[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 173 (Friday, October 20, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E1001-E1002]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




            HONORING THE SERVICE OF CONTRA COSTA TELEVISION

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                          HON. MARK DeSAULNIER

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                        Friday, October 20, 2023

  Mr. DeSAULNIER. Mr. Speaker Pro Tempore, I rise today to recognize 
the contributions of Contra Costa Television (CCTV) as we commemorate 
Free Speech Week and Community Media Day.
  Since its inception in 1994, CCTV has sought to provide community 
members with critical information, helping to keep our community 
connected and residents abreast of local issues. CCTV provides coverage 
of local government meetings, public safety information, local sports, 
and other community events with the goal of making local journalism 
accessible to all. CCTV livestreams to their website and social media 
platforms and provides twenty-four hour broadcasting, providing Contra 
Costans with convenient access to breaking news, important community 
updates, and more. CCTV has continually shown its dedication to sharing 
our community's stories and connecting Contra Costa residents.
  CCTV has also partnered with the County Clerk-Recorder-Elections 
Department and local chapters of the League of Women Voters to provide 
voters with up-to-date reporting on candidates and ballot measures. A 
well-informed public is vital to any healthy democracy and I'm proud of 
CCTV's contributions to provide locally-produced voter education 
programming.
  CCTV has received many accolades for its outstanding programing. The 
Veterans' Voices program received the Western Alliance Video Excellence 
award in 2016 and 2018 and the California State Association of Counties 
2015 Merit Award.
  Please join me in honoring Contra Costa Television as we commemorate 
Free Speech Week and Community Media Day.

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