[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 35 (Monday, March 2, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E287-E288]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          CONGRATULATING THE PORT HUENEME CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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                          HON. JULIA BROWNLEY

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Monday, March 2, 2015

  Ms. BROWNLEY of California. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to recognize 
and congratulate the Port Hueneme Chamber of Commerce on the occasion 
of its 75th anniversary. Since its inception on September 24, 1956, the 
Port Hueneme Chamber of Commerce has played a vital role in the growth 
and advancement of the City of Port Hueneme's business community.
  The Port Hueneme Chamber of Commerce is a nonprofit California 
corporation, organized for the purpose of advancing the commercial,

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industrial, civic, and general interest of the City of Port Hueneme, 
the Oxnard Harbor District, and surrounding trade areas. One of the 
Chamber's earliest and most important accomplishments includes its 
fundamental role in the incorporation of the City of Port Hueneme in 
1948.
  Among its many services and programs, the Port Hueneme Chamber of 
Commerce answers inquiries regarding city matters, promotes community 
activities and engagement, monitors legislation affecting the business 
community, provides networking opportunities at events and meetings, 
and publishes a Business Directory for the City of Port Hueneme.
  The Port Hueneme Chamber of Commerce continuously fosters working 
relationships and collaborations with many different stakeholders 
within Port Hueneme. Through its strong membership, varied community 
programs and special committees, the Port Hueneme Chamber of Commerce 
pays tribute to the history and diversity of its community.
  I am honored to recognize the Port Hueneme Chamber of Commerce on the 
celebration of its 75th anniversary. I applaud and thank the Port 
Hueneme Chamber of Commerce for the essential role it has had and 
continues to have in the enrichment and successful growth of the City 
of Port Hueneme.

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