[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 159 (2013), Part 11]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 16300]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING THE 85TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE PLANNED PARENTHOOD OF MINNESOTA, 
                     NORTH DAKOTA, AND SOUTH DAKOTA

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                          HON. BETTY McCOLLUM

                              of minnesota

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, October 28, 2013

  Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to honor Planned Parenthood 
of Minnesota, North Dakota, and South Dakota (PPMNS) on the 85th 
anniversary of its founding.
  In 1928, Minnesota's first clinic was established, providing women 
with access to reproductive care. Since then, additional clinics in 
Minnesota, South Dakota, and North Dakota have opened ensuring women, 
men and their families have access to affordable, comprehensive care. 
Each year, more than 60,000 patients access a broad range of health 
services including preventative screenings, reproductive care, and 
routine exams.
  Over the past 85 years, the caring staff, advocates, and volunteers 
have been invaluable to the success of PPMNS. Their dedication ensures 
that women and their families have access to the health services and 
information they need regardless of race, gender, or economic status.
  Mr. Speaker, please join me to honor the critical work of Planned 
Parenthood of Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota as we celebrate 
their 85th anniversary today.

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