Mr. Speaker. I rise today to congratulate the 2014 recipients of the coveted Ellis Island Medal of Honor. Presented annually by the National Ethnic Coalition of OrganizationsNECO. the Ellis Island Medals of Honor pay tribute to our Nations immigrant heritage. as well as individual achievement. The Medals are awarded to U.S. citizens from diverse ethnic backgrounds who exemplify outstanding qualities in both their personal and professional lives. while continuing to preserve the richness of their particular heritage and culture. We honor these outstanding individuals because the important work they do today. creates a better world for all of us tomorrow.
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