[Congressional Record Volume 153, Number 25 (Friday, February 9, 2007)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E316-E317]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 COMMISSION TO STUDY THE POTENTIAL CREATION OF THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF 
                    THE AMERICAN LATINO ACT OF 2007

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                               speech of

                           HON. RAHM EMANUEL

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 6, 2007

  Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in support of H.R. 512 the 
Commission to Study

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the Potential Creation of the National Museum of the American Latino 
Act of 2007.
  H.R. 512 would establish a commission to develop a plan of action to 
establish and maintain a National Museum of the American Latino in our 
nation's capital.
  The 23 qualified individuals selected for membership in the 
commission would be charged with producing a national conference to 
bring together experts, stakeholders, policymakers and other interested 
groups to discuss the museum's viability. In addition, the commission 
would create a comprehensive fundraising plan of action to be presented 
to Congress.
  America is home to nearly 40 million Latinos who share in its unique 
culture and heritage, yet no permanent exhibit exists in Washington, DC 
to commemorate the Latino community's unique contributions to the rich 
cultural tapestry of America.
  Washington, DC's wonderful museums reflect the rich mosaic of 
cultural diversity that is America. It is important that the unique 
lessons of history, art and culture of the Latino community are 
included when Washingtonians, Americans, and international travelers 
come to learn about America and Americans.
  Mr. Speaker, I am proud to support H.R. 512 establishing a Commission 
to study the potential creation of the National Museum of the American 
Latino, and I encourage my colleagues to join me in supporting this 
important legislation.

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