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Floor SpeechCeremonial2024-09-18

RECOGNIZING THE BILBY FAMILY

James Comer
James Comer
RKY-1 · Representative
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On 2024-09-18, Representative James Comer (R-KY-1) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING THE BILBY FAMILY" in the House.

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RECOGNIZING THE BILBY FAMILY

Congressional Record, Volume 170 Issue 145 (Wednesday, September 18, 2024) [Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 145 (Wednesday, September 18, 2024)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E921-E922] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE BILBY FAMILY ______ HON. JAMES COMER of kentucky in the house of representatives Wednesday, September 18, 2024 Mr. COMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Bilby Family of Franklin County who has received the 2024 Angels in Adoption Award from the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute. Each year, CCAI selects individuals across the country who are committed to improving the lives of children in need of loving homes. The Bilby Family started their journey in 2017 and immediately recognized the need for foster parents in Kentucky. In 2019, 2-year-old James came into the family's life. Since adopting James, the Bilby Family has grown closer, and James has become an integral part of their family. Their story can serve as a blueprint for others who seek to open their homes and hearts to children in need of a forever family. The entire 1st Congressional District of Kentucky should be proud of the Bilby Family. [[Page E922]] Their advocacy is inspiring and will have a lasting impact in Franklin County and beyond. I thank the Bilby family for supporting and advocating for Kentucky families. ____________________
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