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RECOGNIZING GIRL SCOUTS OF SAN JACINTO COUNTY, TEXAS AT THE UNITED NATIONS 69TH COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN

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On 2025-03-10, Representative Lizzie Fletcher (D-TX-7) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING GIRL SCOUTS OF SAN JACINTO COUNTY, TEXAS AT THE UNITED NATIONS 69TH COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN" in the House. The speech addressed taxes and also covered the environment.

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RECOGNIZING GIRL SCOUTS OF SAN JACINTO COUNTY, TEXAS AT THE UNITED NATIONS 69TH COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN

Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 44 (Monday, March 10, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 44 (Monday, March 10, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E194] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING GIRL SCOUTS OF SAN JACINTO COUNTY, TEXAS AT THE UNITED NATIONS 69TH COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN ______ HON. LIZZIE FLETCHER of texas in the house of representatives Monday, March 10, 2025 Mrs. FLETCHER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Carolyn Durso, Lana Ngyuen, Jaya Sheth, and Elise Peneguy from Girl Scouts of San Jacinto, for their selection to represent Girl Scouts of the USA at the United Nations' 69th Commission on the Status of Women. Each year, Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) joins more than 5,000 women and girls from around the world at the United Nations headquarters in New York to participate in the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW). Delegates representing GSUSA undergo a rigorous application process and training to prepare them for their participation in the CSW. As delegates, girls have the opportunity to engage with GSUSA's work around global advocacy, learn about global issues, see firsthand how global entities function, and have their voices heard on global issues impacting girls and young women. The CSW is a functional commission of the United Nations, dedicated to shaping global standards on gender equality and the advancement and empowerment of women and girls. Each year, national representatives of Member States gather for a two-week session to evaluate progress on gender equality, identify challenges, set global standards, and formulate concrete policies to promote gender equality and the advancement of women worldwide. As NGO Consultative members, GSUSA and the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts participate to bring the voice of girls and young women to the global stage. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of Texas' Seventh Congressional District, I congratulate these four young women on their selection. I thank them for their leadership and send best wishes for their future endeavors. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING GIRL SCOUTS OF SAN JACINTO COUNTY, TEXAS AT THE UNITED NATIONS 69TH COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN Congressional Record, Volume 171 Issue 44 (Monday, March 10, 2025) [Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 44 (Monday, March 10, 2025)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Page E194] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING GIRL SCOUTS OF SAN JACINTO COUNTY, TEXAS AT THE UNITED NATIONS 69TH COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN ______ HON. LIZZIE FLETCHER of texas in the house of representatives Monday, March 10, 2025 Mrs. FLETCHER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize Carolyn Durso, Lana Ngyuen, Jaya Sheth, and Elise Peneguy from Girl Scouts of San Jacinto, for their selection to represent Girl Scouts of the USA at the United Nations' 69th Commission on the Status of Women. Each year, Girl Scouts of the USA (GSUSA) joins more than 5,000 women and girls from around the world at the United Nations headquarters in New York to participate in the Commission on the Status of Women (CSW). Delegates representing GSUSA undergo a rigorous application process and training to prepare them for their participation in the CSW. As delegates, girls have the opportunity to engage with GSUSA's work around global advocacy, learn about global issues, see firsthand how global entities function, and have their voices heard on global issues impacting girls and young women. The CSW is a functional commission of the United Nations, dedicated to shaping global standards on gender equality and the advancement and empowerment of women and girls. Each year, national representatives of Member States gather for a two-week session to evaluate progress on gender equality, identify challenges, set global standards, and formulate concrete policies to promote gender equality and the advancement of women worldwide. As NGO Consultative members, GSUSA and the World Association of Girl Guides and Girl Scouts participate to bring the voice of girls and young women to the global stage. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of Texas' Seventh Congressional District, I congratulate these four young women on their selection. I thank them for their leadership and send best wishes for their future endeavors. ____________________