[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 99 (Wednesday, June 12, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E615]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




         HONORING THE 75TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE ARC OF NEW JERSEY

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                          HON. MIKIE SHERRILL

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                        Wednesday, June 12, 2024

  Ms. SHERRILL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize the 75th anniversary 
of The Arc of New Jersey, an organization in New Jersey's Eleventh 
Congressional District, and its outstanding commitment to supporting 
children and adults with intellectual and developmental disabilities 
and their families.
  Since its founding in 1949, the Arc of New Jersey has worked 
tirelessly to improve the lives of individuals with intellectual and 
developmental disabilities (IDD), protect their human rights, and 
enhance their and their families' lives. The Arc continues to achieve 
these goals through their advocacy and direct assistance efforts.
  The Arc of New Jersey advocates for individuals with IDD at both the 
state and federal levels. Their thorough evaluation of legislation 
affecting individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities, 
their families, or care providing agencies, has benefited countless 
families in New Jersey and throughout the country. I am grateful for 
their close partnership with the New Jersey delegation as they keep us 
informed of the critical issues for the IDD community on Capitol Hill.
  Beyond legislative advocacy, the Arc of New Jersey provides resources 
and programs that have a huge impact on the lives of individuals with 
IDD and their families to support them in reaching their goals. 
Programs like The Criminal Justice Advocacy Program, a one of a kind 
program in New Jersey to provide individuals with IDDs with 
alternatives to incarceration, and Project HIRE, a program to provide 
post-graduate plans for students in special education programs provide 
invaluable support to our community.
  This year is the 75th anniversary of The Arc of New Jersey, and their 
decades of service to our community are an inspiration. I am grateful 
for all they have done to support New Jersey families and look forward 
to seeing their continued impact.

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