[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 29 (Wednesday, February 12, 2025)]
[House]
[Pages H650-H651]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                        HONORING KENNY McMORRIS

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentleman from 
Nebraska (Mr. Bacon) for 5 minutes.
  Mr. BACON. Madam Speaker, I rise today as we celebrate Black History 
Month and honor the incredible achievements of Kenny McMorris, a 
visionary leader, champion for community well-being, and constituent in 
our Second District of our great State of Nebraska.
  Mr. McMorris is a veteran healthcare executive, innovator, 
influencer, and strategist with an extensive leadership, policy, 
community, and public health background. His wife, Makayla, is the 
founder and owner of Moxie16. They are the proud parents of two 
children, Kenny Jr. and Makenli.
  As the CEO of Charles Drew Health Center, Inc., Kenny oversees the 
health center's business, community, and primary care operations. The 
center has a $24 million operating budget, over 200 employees, 13,000 
patients, and nearly 40,000 outpatient service visits annually.
  Under his leadership, Charles Drew Health Center has expanded its 
service locations from 4 to 16, including primary medical, dental, 
pharmacy, and behavioral health services. It emphasizes the 
disenfranchised and addresses the social drivers of health.
  Over the course of his decade-long career at CDHC, Kenny has 
contributed to transforming healthcare delivery and equity through his 
innovative strategies and disciplined commitment to serving 
disenfranchised communities.
  As a North Omaha native, Kenny attended the University of Nebraska 
Omaha, earning a bachelor's degree in business administration and 
management in 2002. In 2004, he earned an MPA in public management and 
healthcare administration.
  After his education, he brought his expertise to the Omaha community 
as the first executive director of the 100 Black Men of Omaha and 
director of marketing and development for the Urban League of Nebraska.
  Kenny has shown himself to be active in both the professional and 
larger communities. In his advocating career, Kenny is board-certified 
in healthcare management and a fellow of the American College of 
Healthcare Executives and Community Health Centers Executives Fellow. 
He holds memberships with the National Medical Association, the 
National Association of Health Services Executives, the American Public 
Health Association, and Kappa Alpha Psi Fraternity, Inc.
  These demonstrations showcase his engagement in advancing 
professional standards, networking, and mentoring. Furthermore, Kenny 
McMorris also

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serves on the boards of directors of the Omaha Chamber of Commerce, 
Nebraska Methodist College, RADIUS, Health Center Association of 
Nebraska, Heartland Community Health Network, BRIDGE Family Resource 
Connector Network, and the Nebraska Department of Health and Human 
Services Medicaid Advisory Committee.
  It is crystal clear that Kenny is not just a professional of the 
highest caliber but a great community leader who exemplifies public 
service, vision, and unwavering commitment to making a difference in 
our communities.
  Kenny's accomplishments include the University of Nebraska Omaha 
Young Alumni Achievement Award; University of Nebraska Omaha College of 
Public Affairs and Community Service Alumni Award of Excellence; 
National Association of Community Health Centers' Betsey K. Cooke 
Grassroots MVP Award; Urban League of Nebraska African American 
Leadership Award; Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority, Incorporated, Mid-Western 
Region Award for Excellence in Health and Wellness; and University of 
Nebraska Medical Center/Nebraska Medicine Servant Leader Award. He has 
done it all.
  The accolades Kenny received reflect his excellence through investing 
in public health, uplifting community development, and demonstrating to 
inspire innovative change in every role he has played while being a 
great husband and father, which I also admire.
  Through dedication and perseverance in tackling healthcare inequities 
or inequalities, Kenny has encompassed a meaningful vision for 
disenfranchised populations. His role has laid a foundation for 
healthier, more equitable communities.
  Kenny McMorris' contributions in Omaha exemplify nothing short of the 
values of Black History Month, which celebrates resilience, leadership, 
and a commitment to advancing public health and opportunity for all.
  Omaha is a better place because of Kenny McMorris. His impact has 
been positively felt by thousands upon thousands.

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