[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E684]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   RECOGNIZING HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF SUMMIT COUNTY AS OHIO'S 13TH 
                     DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK

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                        HON. EMILIA STRONG SYKES

                                of ohio

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 14, 2026

  Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize Habitat for 
Humanity of Summit County as Ohio's 13th Congressional District's 
Champion of the Week.
  This recognition honors its 40th anniversary of creating affordable 
housing in the community.
  Under the longstanding leadership of CEO Rochelle Sibbio, Habitat for 
Humanity of Summit County has devoted four decades to advocating for 
affordable housing and supporting sustainable development for families 
across the community.
  Driven by a commitment to long-term solutions, Habitat has completed 
nearly 250 new homes and 400 home repairs and community projects.
  Habitat homes are built on 30-year, zero-interest mortgages for each 
partner family and require the families to complete 250 ``sweat 
equity'' hours per adult before moving into their new home.
  Families partner with Habitat to achieve the strength, stability, and 
self-reliance they need to build a better future. This anniversary is a 
testament to the dedicated people in our community.
  Organizations like Habitat for Humanity of Summit County are what 
make our district the ``Birthplace of Champions.''

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