[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 190 (Wednesday, November 15, 2023)]
[House]
[Pages H5881-H5882]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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             RECOGNIZING NATIONAL CAREER DEVELOPMENT MONTH

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize 
November as National Career Development Month.
  Along with my colleague and co-chair of the Bipartisan Career and 
Technical Education Caucus, Congresswoman Suzanne Bonamici, today we 
introduced a resolution recognizing November as National Career 
Development Month.
  National Career Development Month marks an important time for our 
students and workers of all ages to consider and explore future career 
opportunities. It is also a time to recognize the professionals who 
guide learners to become the leaders of tomorrow.
  Throughout the month, schools and businesses will have the chance to 
showcase different career paths that align with various interests and 
skills. These opportunities will better prepare students as they begin 
to enter the workforce.
  National Career Development Month raises awareness of future career 
opportunities and development programs for all individuals.

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  A highly skilled workforce is a business' number one asset and 
provides a competitive edge. This month, I encourage individuals of all 
ages to take advantage of career development and put themselves in the 
driver's seat of their futures.
  Career practitioners and educators are a vital resource for the 
livelihood of our Nation's workforce and economic health and well-being 
of U.S. workers. We look forward to advancing career development for 
all Americans.
  Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join me in support of this 
resolution.

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