Congratulating Kimberly Saltsman

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Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you today to recognize Kimberly Saltsman for her outstanding work in the district.

Ms. Saltsman, who is the executive director of the Mount Nittany Health Children's Advocacy Center of Centre County, was honored as a Pennsylvania Blue Ribbon Champion for Safe Kids by the Pennsylvania Family Support Alliance in Harrisburg at the beginning of April.

This award is given to those who dedicate themselves to protecting children across the Commonwealth. The award is distributed annually during Child Abuse Prevention Month in April.

Ms. Saltsman has worked with the Children's Advocacy Center since 2014, when it was founded. During her time there, she has conducted more than 260 child forensic interviews. Prior to working at the center, she worked for the Behavioral Health Division at CenClear.

The Children's Advocacy Center provides diligent work for the children of Pennsylvania, having completed more than 1,900 medical exams and conducted 2,300 forensic interviews in the last 10 years. During Child Abuse Prevention Month, we must recognize those who are essential to safeguarding our youth.

Ms. Saltsman was one of four recipients of the award this year. I congratulate her on this award and thank her for all she does to protect the children in our community.

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