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Chabot Recognizes Local High School Student on International Women's Day

Washington, March 8, 2018 | Brian Griffith (202-225-2216) | comments
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Washington, D.C. - Congressman Steve Chabot (R-Westwood) today spoke on the House Floor to recognize International Women’s Day. As part of his comments, he highlighted the efforts of local high school student, Elina Govil, to help make educational opportunities accessible to girls across the globe.

You can view Chabot's speech here.

On May 15, 2017, Chabot introduced H.R. 2408, the Protecting Girls Access to Education Act, which ensures that children, specifically young girls, are able to receive an education when displaced by conflicts overseas.

On October 3, 2017, H.R. 2408 passed the House and is currently awaiting consideration in the Senate.

                                   
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