[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 39 (Tuesday, March 5, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H809]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                   CELEBRATING WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

  (Mr. MRVAN asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute.)
  Mr. MRVAN. Madam Speaker, as a father of two intelligent, 
independent, compassionate daughters, it is with great respect that I 
rise today to celebrate Women's History Month and its 2024 theme 
``Women Who Advocate for Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.''
  This year, I would like to honor a true leader of northwest Indiana, 
Dr. Vanessa Allen-McCloud, who has served as president and CEO of the 
Urban League of Northwest Indiana for more than a decade.
  In this role, Dr. Allen-McCloud works to promote services to improve 
social, educational, and economic opportunities for African Americans 
and other minority groups throughout northwest Indiana.
  Under her leadership, the Urban League continues to grow and succeed 
and has become an outstanding source of support for many individuals 
and organizations.
  Madam Speaker, as we celebrate Women's History Month, please join me 
in recognizing the dedication and contributions of Dr. Vanessa Allen-
McCloud and all of the extraordinary women who continue to make our 
communities more equal, diverse, and inclusive.

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