February 27, 2019 - Issue: Vol. 165, No. 36 — Daily Edition116th Congress (2019 - 2020) - 1st Session

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 RECOGNIZING DELEGATES OF THE NATIONAL CENTER FOR LEARNING DISABILITIES

  (Mr. WESTERMAN asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. WESTERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize a very 
impressive group of individuals visiting the Capitol this week.
  Delegates of the National Center for Learning Disabilities have 
traveled from all over the country to advocate for themselves and their 
peers.
  When it comes to learning, each of us must deal with our own unique 
challenges. These young people face some particularly difficult 
obstacles, including dyslexia and dysgraphia, which interfere with the 
brain's ability to interpret information.
  But they have not let these obstacles prevent them from doing great 
things. They have persevered, working hard, not just for their own 
success but for the future success of others.
  By traveling to Washington to share their stories and discuss 
opportunities for governmental and societal change, these young adults 
have demonstrated deep commitment to the community of those who have 
learning disabilities.
  I admire their dedication and hope to use my role as co-chair of the 
Congressional Dyslexia Caucus to help them in these efforts. May they 
be encouraged to keep up their great work.

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