[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 163 (2017), Part 7]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page 10250]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




    HONORING NATALY DeHERRERA, RECIPIENT OF THE AMERICAN DREAM AWARD

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                           HON. MIKE THOMPSON

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, July 6, 2017

  Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Ms. 
Nataly Deherrera, whom I have selected to receive the American Dream 
Award for California's 5th Congressional District. This award 
recognizes the achievements of immigrants in my district who have made 
remarkable contributions to our communities in the areas of Arts and 
Culture, Professional Achievement, Entrepreneurship and Innovation, or 
Community Service. Ms. Deherrera is very deserving of this award and 
recognition.
  Ms. Deherrera was born in Angeles City, Philippines and immigrated to 
the United States. She is a successful business owner and a 
compassionate volunteer.
  Ms. Deherrera is driven by integrity. Her personal success and 
contributions to our community are examples of the American Dream at 
work. As owner of TaxAce Group Inc., a five star accounting firm, she 
voluntarily assists hospice groups, firefighters, and teachers with 
their annual tax returns. She also provides free tax classes for small 
business owners and free educational workshops for families. She 
volunteers for the national organization, City Impact, which supports 
urban youth, families and neighborhoods.
  With a Bachelor of Science degree in Business Accounting and 
Computing, Ms. Deherrera has set an exceptional example for her two 
daughters, Natasha and Andrea. Natasha is a graduate of the University 
of California at Davis, and Andrea is currently attending San Francisco 
State University.
  Mr. Speaker, we recognize Ms. Nataly Deherrera for her achievements 
and for enriching our community. It is fitting and proper that we honor 
her here today with the American Dream Award.

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