[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 50 (Tuesday, March 18, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E219]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]





   HONORING MAUREEN ``MOLLY'' FERGUSON AS A DISTINGUISHED LEADER IN 
               CENTRAL FLORIDA FOR WOMEN'S HISTORY MONTH

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                            HON. DARREN SOTO

                               of florida

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, March 18, 2025

  Mr. SOTO. Mr. Speaker, Maureen ``Molly'' Ferguson is the director of 
government relations and grant management for Community Health Centers, 
Inc.
  Guided by Community Health Centers (CHC) leadership and the 
mentorship received throughout her career, Molly has developed 20 years 
of healthcare advocacy experience, working with state and federal 
legislators, legislative aides, and key stakeholders to shape policies 
and funding opportunities that support Federally Qualified Health 
Centers (FQHCs). She collaborates with state and national associations 
to strengthen the collective voice of FQHCs and expand healthcare 
access. Since joining CHC in 2018, Molly has focused on building 
partnerships with government agencies, community organizations, and 
healthcare associations. Her experience in public and private funding 
has helped secure critical resources for healthcare services. She 
values strong relationships with grantor agencies, foundations, and 
corporate partners, ensuring sustainable support for FQHCs.
  Molly's dedication to advocacy is evident in her work. Along with CHC 
leadership, she collaborated with Congressman Darren Soto's office to 
host former Health and Human Services Secretary Xavier Becerra at CHC-
Meadow Woods Center and coordinated with federal staff for former 
Centers for Disease Control Director Mandy Cohen's visit to CHC-Pine 
Hills Center. She is an active member of the National Association of 
Community Health Centers, Florida Association of Community Health 
Centers, Central Florida Health and Hunger Task Force, Orange County 
Health Equity Task Force, and serves on the boards of Central Florida 
Area Health Education Centers and the Central Florida Disaster Medical 
Coalition.
  A proud Pennsylvania native, Molly is one of seven children and part 
of a large extended family, including 20 nieces, nephews, and great-
nieces. In 1979, her parents moved to Florida in search of greater 
opportunities. Their work ethic and dedication deeply inspired Molly, 
shaping her lifelong passion for advocacy, service, and expanding 
healthcare access for those in need.

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