[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 8]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 12092]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




  SUPPORT FOR THE CHALDEAN COMMUNITY FOUNDATION'S FUNDING OPPORTUNITY 
                              ANNOUNCEMENT

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                        HON. KERRY L. BENTIVOLIO

                              of michigan

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, July 15, 2014

  Mr. BENTIVOLIO. Mr. Speaker, I am writing to express my support for 
the Chaldean Community Foundation's Funding Opportunity Announcement 
(FOA). The continued work of this organization will improve our health 
care system and the lives of countless Americans.
  The Chaldean Community Foundation provides invaluable support to 
consumers navigating our health care system and comparing insurance 
plans. Although our burgeoning deficit makes allocating funds one of 
the most difficult parts of my job, my decision to support the 
foundation's grant request was an easy one. Millions of ordinary 
citizens need help avoiding obstacles that could impede their physical 
health and quality of life. Like you, the health and well-being of the 
American people is my top priority. With that solemn responsibility in 
mind, I am proud to reaffirm my support for the Chaldean Community 
Foundation.
  Since my election to Congress, I have tirelessly advocated for fiscal 
responsibility. In addition to assisting consumers, the Chaldean 
Community Fund combats waste, fraud, and abuse in our health care 
system by providing desperately needed oversight. As baby boomers 
retire in ever greater numbers and life expectancy continues to rise, 
the need for organizations like the Chaldean Community Foundation will 
increase exponentially. I urge you to accept their request.

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