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CELEBRATING HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH
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HON. JASON CROW
of colorado
in the house of representatives
Friday, October 14, 2022
Mr. CROW. Madam Speaker, it is with great respect that I rise today to celebrate National Hispanic Heritage Month, and recognize the diverse culture, influence, and remarkable contributions Hispanic Americans have made to Colorado's Sixth Congressional District. I'm proud to represent the most diverse district in Colorado. With people from all walks of life and over 120,000 immigrants calling our community home, our diversity makes our community a stronger and more vibrant place to live.
Beginning in 1968, and continuing every year since, from September 15 to October 15, we observe and celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month to recognize and honor the extensive history of Hispanic Americans across the country. The 2022 theme for Hispanic Heritage Month is Unidos: Inclusivity for a Stronger Nation. It is only fitting that this year's theme necessitates the inclusion of all voices and reflects the need for us to come together and welcome all people in order to build stronger communities and a stronger Nation.
It goes without saying that the Hispanic community in my district plays an integral role in making the Sixth District a better place to live. In the face of a devastating pandemic, we saw COVID-19 disproportionately impact the Hispanic community. Healthcare groups like Salud Family Health, Servicios de la Raza, Colorado Access, STRIDE Community Health Center, and Aurora Health Alliance were committed to educating the Hispanic community about COVID-19--providing vaccine and healthcare services to ensure our community has an equitable pandemic recovery.
We owe a debt of gratitude to organizations like Village Exchange Center and Mi Casa Resource Center, among many others that foster an inclusive environment and work directly with the Hispanic community--
providing resources, healthcare and vaccine access to residents in District Six.
The contributions by Hispanic Americans and community leaders across our District and the State of Colorado are tremendous and play a vital role in the diversity, development, and success of our Nation. I'm proud to celebrate and recognize Hispanic Heritage Month and all the Hispanic Americans that make our community a better and more prosperous place to live.
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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 163(1), Congressional Record Vol. 168, No. 163(2)
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