[Congressional Record Volume 167, Number 127 (Tuesday, July 20, 2021)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E781]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





   IN RECOGNITION OF THE 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE SOUTHEAST MICHIGAN 
                           COMMUNITY ALLIANCE

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                          HON. DEBBIE DINGELL

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 20, 2021

  Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 25th 
anniversary of the Southeast Michigan Community Alliance, a non-profit 
based in Taylor, Michigan. Their over two decades of service and 
dedication to southeast Michigan's workers, businesses, and to the 
local community is worthy of commendation.
  Since its founding in 1996, The Southeast Michigan Community Alliance 
(SEMCA) has helped countless Michigan residents find jobs each year. 
Through their partnership with local employers, hosting of job fairs 
and talent development programs, SEMCA has given thousands of job 
seekers the skills they need to succeed. Their youth programs and 
career planning tools have helped prepare the next generation for 
successful careers, and their veterans programs have ensured that those 
who served our country can find employment when their service is over 
and return home to Michigan. SEMCA has helped dozens of local 
businesses fill employment vacancies and has stimulated business 
development and encouraged entrepreneurship in our community.
  SEMCA has provided Michigan residents with the skills and training 
they need to succeed in an ever-changing world. Those who come to SEMCA 
for support leave possessing the training and knowledge needed for them 
to get employed and begin their journey towards a lifelong career to 
benefit not only themselves, but their whole family. SEMCA's work has 
had a positive impact on the lives of thousands of Michiganders and has 
contributed to the economic rejuvenation of southeast Michigan, in the 
12th district and beyond.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me today in celebrating 
the 25th anniversary of the Southeast Michigan Community Alliance. We 
are grateful for their impactful work and wish SEMCA continued success 
in the years ahead.

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