    [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 36 (Monday, February 24, 2025)]
    [House]
    [Page H751]
    From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]

                              BLACK HISTORY MONTH

      (Mr. MRVAN asked and was given permission to address the House for 1
    minute.)
      Mr. MRVAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to celebrate Black History Month and
    its 2025 theme, African Americans and Labor.
      The economic foundation of northwest Indiana and our Nation is
    reliant upon the advancement of a strong workforce, and I would like to
    recognize two dedicated African-American leaders from Indiana's First
    Congressional District who diligently work to support economic
    opportunities for everyone.
      First, Arvella Greenlaw is a member of the United Steelworkers local
    6787 in Portage and serves as the Women of Steel District 7 Coordinator
    where she consistently organizes community service projects and leads
    volunteer efforts to support individuals throughout our region.
      Secondly, Joree Richards is an IBEW representative and leads efforts
    through the Indiana Plan, which is a pre-apprenticeship program which
    provides students with the skills and knowledge needed to thrive in the
    construction and building trades.
      Mr. Speaker, please join me in celebrating Black History Month and
    recognizing the invaluable contributions of Arvella Greenlaw, Joree
    Richards, and countless others who selflessly fight for our labor
    workforce, safe working conditions, living wages, and economic
    opportunities for everyone.

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