[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 50 (Thursday, March 19, 2026)]
[House]
[Page H2607]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           CONGRATULATING STATE COLLEGE COMMUNITY LAND TRUST

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratulate the 
State College Community Land Trust as they mark 30 years of service in 
April.
  Since 1996, the Land Trust has been turning houses into affordable 
homes for families across State College.
  Through a dedicated process of purchasing and renovating properties, 
the Land Trust creates opportunities for individuals and families to 
settle in the community.
  The Land Trust keeps homeownership affordable by owning the land. 
This strategy cuts costs for families by 30 percent.
  The organization has expanded their mission of affordability by 
developing energy efficient homes that help keep utility costs low.
  For 30 years, the Land Trust has established 57 affordable homes and 
helped 85 families. They have played a pivotal role in ensuring State 
College remains a place where families can afford to live and thrive.
  Mr. Speaker, the Land Trust has been pivotal in helping members of 
our community achieve the dream of homeownership, and I thank them for 
their service.
  I congratulate them on 30 years.

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