[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 163 (Friday, October 14, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1045-E1046]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                  CELEBRATING HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

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                            HON. JASON CROW

                              of colorado

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 14, 2022

  Mr. CROW. Madam Speaker, it is with great respect that I rise today 
to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, and recognize the 
diverse culture, influence, and remarkable contributions Hispanic 
Americans have made to Colorado's Sixth Congressional District. I'm 
proud to represent the most diverse district in Colorado. With people 
from all walks of life and over 120,000 immigrants calling our 
community home, our diversity makes our community a stronger and more 
vibrant place to live.
  Beginning in 1968, and continuing every year since, from September 15 
to October 15, we observe and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month to 
recognize and honor the extensive history of Hispanic Americans across 
the country. The 2022 theme for Hispanic Heritage Month is Unidos: 
Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation. It is only fitting that this year's 
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necessitates the inclusion of all voices and reflects the need for us 
to come together and welcome all people in order to build stronger 
communities and a stronger Nation.
  It goes without saying that the Hispanic community in my district 
plays an integral role in making the Sixth District a better place to 
live. In the face of a devastating pandemic, we saw COVID-19 
disproportionately impact the Hispanic community. Healthcare groups 
like Salud Family Health, Servicios de la Raza, Colorado Access, STRIDE 
Community Health Center, and Aurora Health Alliance were committed to 
educating the Hispanic community about COVID-19--providing vaccine and 
healthcare services to ensure our community has an equitable pandemic 
recovery.
  We owe a debt of gratitude to organizations like Village Exchange 
Center and Mi Casa Resource Center, among many others that foster an 
inclusive environment and work directly with the Hispanic community--
providing resources, healthcare and vaccine access to residents in 
District Six.
  The contributions by Hispanic Americans and community leaders across 
our District and the State of Colorado are tremendous and play a vital 
role in the diversity, development, and success of our Nation. I'm 
proud to celebrate and recognize Hispanic Heritage Month and all the 
Hispanic Americans that make our community a better and more prosperous 
place to live.

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