Congressional Record, Extensions of Remarks - August 18, 2020, E772

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This is page E772 of the Congressional Record, Extensions of Remarks, August 18, 2020, with interleaved columns. Ms. Granger congratulates the East Parker County Chamber of Commerce on earning a 5-Star Accreditation from the United States Chamber of Commerce. Mr. Westerman recognizes the Bradley, Arkansas branch of Community State Bank for serving small businesses with loans and assistance during the pandemic. Mr. Thompson of Mississippi honors Dr. Bahati S. Harden, a staff physician at Greenwood Leflore Hospital, and another tribute honors Errick D. Simmons, a Greenville, Mississippi mayor and attorney, citing his annual Christmas toy giveaway.

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E772 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks August 18, 2020
under the protection of the Constitution, Mayor The East Parker County Chamber came Essential workers, like those in Community
and Attorney Errick D. Simmons is the co- from small and humble beginnings. In 1996, it State Bank, exemplify what it means to be a
founder of a personal injury and criminal de- held its first meeting at the function room of an frontline hero. It is a joy to hear of their efforts
fense law firm that has gained notable suc- RV park located near Aledo, Texas. The to secure a brighter future for Arkansas fami-
cesses and a stellar reputation of achieving chamber had only 50 members at the time lies.
results in and outside the courtroom. and held potluck lunch-time meetings. Be- I take this time to thank them for their com-
Simmons, his twin brother, and their law cause the meetings were informal, friendly, mitment to excellent service and to honor
firm cheerfully give to the community. Among and comfortable, they attracted more business them as true heroes in Arkansas’ Fourth Dis-
several other things, the Simmons family owners. trict.
sponsors an annual Christmas Toy Give-a- From day one, the chamber grew at a
way, providing toys to nearly 600 needy chil- steady pace. Now it is 520 plus members- f
dren and families annually. To date, Simmons strong, a dynamic force for promoting com-
family has held their toy giveaway for ten con- merce in the eastern portion of Parker county. HONORING DR. BAHATI S. HARDEN
secutive years serving more than 5,000 chil- It enriches, promotes, and advocates for busi-
dren. Additionally, Mayor Simmons financially ness growth that enhances its members and HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON
contributes to both Jackson State University, our community. As Parker county continues to
OF MISSISSIPPI
Howard University, and faithbased, charitable, grow, I know the chamber will remain true to
civic, and social organizations. He is a mason its purpose and maintain the personal touch IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES
and member of the Greater Springfield Baptist that it has had since the beginning. Tuesday, August 18, 2020
Church in Greenville, Mississippi where Mark I am proud of the work the chamber does
S. Buckner is pastor. He is the son of the late for my constituents in Parker County, and this Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam
J.C. Simmons, Jr. and Alzena Bruce Sim- accreditation validates all they do for our local Speaker, I rise today to honor a remarkable
mons. He and his wife, Dr. Temika M. Sim- economy and our community. individual, Dr. Bahati S. Harden.
mons, have three children, Errick, Eriel, and On behalf of Texas’ 12th Congressional Dis- Bahati S. Harden, MD, MSPH, MS is a na-
Elin. trict, I offer my congratulations to the East tive of Natchez, MS, and she serves as a Staff
Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Parker County Chamber of Commerce on this Physician with the Greenwood Leflore Hospital
me in recognizing Mr. Errick D. Simmons for tremendous achievement. in Greenwood, MS. Dr. Harden has an
his dedication to serving others and giving f unyielding passion for health equity and has
back to his community. spent over 15 years building expertise in com-
HONORING COMMUNITY STATE munity medicine and public health.
f
BANK IN BRADLEY FOR THEIR After graduating from Natchez High School,
RECOGNIZING THE EAST PARKER EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE DURING Dr. Harden pursued and completed a Bachelor
COUNTY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE COVID–19 of Science in biology from Spelman College in
Atlanta, GA. In furthering her passion, Dr.
HON. KAY GRANGER HON. BRUCE WESTERMAN Harden obtained a Master of Science in Public
OF TEXAS OF ARKANSAS Health in Environmental Toxicology from
IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tulane School of Public Health and Tropical
Tuesday, August 18, 2020 Tuesday, August 18, 2020 Medicine prior to completing a distinguished
Ms. GRANGER. Madam Speaker, I rise Mr. WESTERMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise fellowship with the CDC’s Public Health Prac-
today to congratulate the East Parker County today to recognize the dedication and hard tice Program Office’s Laboratory Training
Chamber of Commerce on earning a 5-Star work of the Bradley, Arkansas branch of Com- Branch. With years of applied research experi-
Accreditation from the United States Chamber munity State Bank. During unprecedented ence and a sustained commitment to elimi-
of Commerce. times, these individuals have risen to the chal- nating health disparities, Dr. Harden pursued a
The East Parker County Chamber of Com- lenge of serving the economic needs of Fourth Medical Doctorate at UMMC. After completion,
merce became the smallest ever chamber to District citizens. Dr. Harden accepted a Rural Family Medicine
be honored with 5-star accreditation from the Individuals and businesses across the na- Residency at LSUHSC-Shreveport.
United States Chamber of Commerce. They tion have faced the financial consequences of Since 2013, Dr. Harden continues to serve
received the award for their sound policies, ef- a weakened economy during COVID–19. The patients and communities of the Mississippi
fective organizational procedures, and positive Community State Bank team has worked tire- Delta, in addition she volunteers as a health
impact on the community. lessly throughout this year to ensure the suc- advocate and educator across her home state
The organization, which serves part of cess of Arkansas small businesses with Pay- of Mississippi.
Parker County, including Willow Park, Hudson check Protection Program loans and assist- Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join
Oaks and Aledo, is also one of just four such ance. Without their hard work, many Arkan- me in recognizing Dr. Bahati S. Harden for her
accredited chambers in Texas and one of only sans would be facing a much more difficult fu- dedication to medicine and commitment to
128 across the United States. ture. serving the underserved.

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