HON. DEAN HELLER

OF NEVADA

IN THE UNITED STATES SENATE

July 11, 2012

Mr. HELLER: Mr. President, I rise today to recognize the Healthy Communities Coalition of Lyon and Storey Counties (HCC) for its dedication to meeting Nevadans' healthcare needs. The HCC serves eight of Nevada’s rural areas by partnering with local agencies to provide health and wellness resources to the Silver State’s most remote communities.  I am proud to honor the HCC's commitment to serving the citizens of my home State.

Local residents created the HCC in 1995 to provide a safe environment for Nevada’s youth by reducing poverty and substance abuse.  Adapting to Nevada’s evolving needs, the HCC expanded its resources to provide rural Nevadans of all ages with health and wellness resources they could otherwise not access.  Promoting healthy communities in Nevada for over a decade, the HCC remains dedicated to addressing local needs to capitalize on local strengths.
 
Nevada has been one of the hardest-hit states in this difficult economic climate.  Far too many Nevadans are out of work and continue facing great difficulties.  I commend and appreciate organizations like the HCC, which offers assistance to struggling Nevadans who depend on their local resources.  The HCC is empowering the communities of rural Nevada as we work to return America’s economy back to a period of greater prosperity.
 
Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the HCC for all it does for the Silver State.  I wish the HCC staff continued success and thank them wholeheartedly for their efforts to encourage a healthy community for all Nevadans.