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RECOGNIZING HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF SUMMIT COUNTY AS OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK

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On 2026-07-14, Representative Emilia Strong Sykes (D-OH-13) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF SUMMIT COUNTY AS OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK" in the House.

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RECOGNIZING HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF SUMMIT COUNTY AS OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E684] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF SUMMIT COUNTY AS OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK ______ HON. EMILIA STRONG SYKES of ohio in the house of representatives Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize Habitat for Humanity of Summit County as Ohio's 13th Congressional District's Champion of the Week. This recognition honors its 40th anniversary of creating affordable housing in the community. Under the longstanding leadership of CEO Rochelle Sibbio, Habitat for Humanity of Summit County has devoted four decades to advocating for affordable housing and supporting sustainable development for families across the community. Driven by a commitment to long-term solutions, Habitat has completed nearly 250 new homes and 400 home repairs and community projects. Habitat homes are built on 30-year, zero-interest mortgages for each partner family and require the families to complete 250 ``sweat equity'' hours per adult before moving into their new home. Families partner with Habitat to achieve the strength, stability, and self-reliance they need to build a better future. This anniversary is a testament to the dedicated people in our community. Organizations like Habitat for Humanity of Summit County are what make our district the ``Birthplace of Champions.'' ____________________

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RECOGNIZING HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF SUMMIT COUNTY AS OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E684] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF SUMMIT COUNTY AS OHIO'S 13TH DISTRICT CHAMPION OF THE WEEK ______ HON. EMILIA STRONG SYKES of ohio in the house of representatives Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Mrs. SYKES. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize Habitat for Humanity of Summit County as Ohio's 13th Congressional District's Champion of the Week. This recognition honors its 40th anniversary of creating affordable housing in the community. Under the longstanding leadership of CEO Rochelle Sibbio, Habitat for Humanity of Summit County has devoted four decades to advocating for affordable housing and supporting sustainable development for families across the community. Driven by a commitment to long-term solutions, Habitat has completed nearly 250 new homes and 400 home repairs and community projects. Habitat homes are built on 30-year, zero-interest mortgages for each partner family and require the families to complete 250 ``sweat equity'' hours per adult before moving into their new home. Families partner with Habitat to achieve the strength, stability, and self-reliance they need to build a better future. This anniversary is a testament to the dedicated people in our community. Organizations like Habitat for Humanity of Summit County are what make our district the ``Birthplace of Champions.'' ____________________