[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 72 (Friday, April 26, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E385]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                       RECOGNIZING SANDRA PORTER

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                         HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                         Friday, April 26, 2024

  Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize and honor the 
unique contributions of one of my constituents, Sandra Porter who has 
volunteered at Oasis Pregnancy Care Centers since 2009. Sandra knows 
what it feels like to experience an unplanned pregnancy in difficult 
circumstances. She reflects on her own experience and helps counsel 
expectant women about the support available to them in difficult 
pregnancy situations. Because of her leadership, Oasis Pregnancy Care 
Centers has grown to four locations and is known for excellence of 
care. The organization provides medical verification of pregnancy 
services that includes an ultrasound at no charge to clients. Pregnancy 
and parenting education services offered through Oasis promote self-
sufficiency for expectant and new parents. Clients earn education 
points to spend on the things they need to safely welcome their baby 
into their home. At every visit, clients receive diapers and wipes. The 
organization also provides community resource referrals. Sandra works 
tirelessly to support the organization's development team in raising 
needed funds. She actively assists in two major fundraisers each year. 
She introduces potential donors to the non-profit and speaks in 
churches about its services. No job is too big or small for her.
  It is clear that Ms. Porter has made a profoundly positive impact on 
our community, and I am grateful for her service.

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