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Floor SpeechCeremonial2026-05-12

RECOGNIZING THE INTERNATIONAL HEARING SOCIETY

Elissa Slotkin
Elissa Slotkin
DMI · Senator
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On 2026-05-12, Senator Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING THE INTERNATIONAL HEARING SOCIETY" in the Senate.

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RECOGNIZING THE INTERNATIONAL HEARING SOCIETY

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 80 (Tuesday, May 12, 2026)] [Senate] [Page S2234] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE INTERNATIONAL HEARING SOCIETY Ms. SLOTKIN. Mr. President, today I acknowledge and congratulate the International Hearing Society, IHS, on their 75th anniversary. IHS is headquartered in Farmington Hills, MI, and is responsible for representing the Nation's 10,000 hearing aid specialists. IHS and its members have been serving the millions of Americans with hearing loss since 1951. IHS's work has supported countless patients and providers, in Michigan and across the country, by empowering hearing healthcare professionals with education, specialized training, and professional development. IHS's commitment to the hearing aid community is unmatched and their passionate work is appreciated in Michigan and beyond. Congratulations on 75 years of advocating for education, growth, and innovation in hearing healthcare. ____________________
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