[Congressional Record Volume 145, Number 74 (Thursday, May 20, 1999)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1035]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    CENTRAL NEW JERSEY RECOGNIZES THE 1999 ASIAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE 
             CELEBRATION AND ASIAN-AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

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                           HON. RUSH D. HOLT

                             of new jersey

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 20, 1999

  Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of Asian-American 
Heritage Month and the many diverse accomplishments of Asian-Americans. 
I also recognize the Asian American Heritage Council of New Jersey, an 
organization dedicated to celebrating, integrating, and uniting Asian 
culture in America.
  Asian-Americans have a long history of meaningful contributions to 
the United States.
  On may 22, 1999, the Asian American Heritage Council of New Jersey 
will sponsor a statewide Asian-American Heritage Celebration in Edison, 
NJ. This organization, which incorporates various Asian-American groups 
in New Jersey, was founded by Dr. Stephen Ko in 1992. Each year a 
different ethnic group organizes a celebration in May; this year the 
activities are being planned by Chinese-Americans and will include 
dancing and shows by various organizations.
  The Asian-American Heritage Celebration's keynote address will be 
delivered by my colleague from Oregon, the Honorable David Wu. 
Congressman Wu is the first Chinese-American to be elected to the U.S. 
Congress.
  The contributions of Asian-Americans to the society and culture of 
New Jersey and the United States are a vital part of the American 
fabric. I hope all my colleagues will join me in recognizing the Asian 
American Heritage Council of New Jersey.

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