[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 144 (Tuesday, September 17, 2024)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E912]
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               HONORING NATIONAL HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH

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                          HON. FRANK J. MRVAN

                               of indiana

                    in the house of representatives

                      Tuesday, September 17, 2024

  Mr. MRVAN. Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect that I rise to 
celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month and its 2024 theme, Pioneers 
of Change Shaping the Future Together. From September 15, 2024, through 
October 15, 2024, in honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, the people of 
the United States will reflect on the outstanding contributions 
Hispanic Americans have made for the future success of our great 
Nation.
  Hispanic Heritage Month begins each year on September 15 and 
recognizes the anniversaries of the independence of five Latin American 
countries: Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. 
Mexico and Chile observe their independence days on September 16 and 
September 18, respectively. This month, we take the time to commend the 
many inspiring Hispanic leaders that work to create programs and 
opportunities that are crucial for the progress of the Hispanic 
community in Northwest Indiana and beyond.
  I am proud and honored to highlight recent efforts made in the region 
to strengthen educational opportunities for the Hispanic community. In 
2020, Indiana University Northwest in Gary, Indiana, was designated as 
a Hispanic-Serving Institution by the United States Department of 
Education. Purdue University Northwest in Hammond, Indiana, received 
the same designation in 2024. The Hispanic-Serving Institution 
designation provides universities with resources for the implementation 
of programs, facilities, and services to enhance educational 
opportunities for Hispanic Americans. I believe that this remarkable 
program not only empowers the Hispanic community throughout Northwest 
Indiana but is truly vital for the prosperity of our country.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my other distinguished colleagues to join 
me in celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month and in honoring the leaders 
and members of the Hispanic community who have worked to improve the 
quality of life for all Americans for generations to come. Our Nation's 
success is reliant upon the rich heritage and cultural diversity of its 
people.

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