[Congressional Record Volume 161, Number 67 (Tuesday, May 5, 2015)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E656-E657]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




           RECOGNIZING ASIAN-PACIFIC AMERICAN HERITAGE MONTH

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                   HON. AUMUA AMATA COLEMAN RADEWAGEN

                           of american samoa

                    in the house of representatives

                          Tuesday, May 5, 2015

  Mrs. RADEWAGEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in observance of Asian-
Pacific American Heritage Month. I extend my warm wishes to all Asian-
Pacific Americans (APA), whose contributions to our society cannot be 
understated. From our unique culture, culinary practices and art, to 
the construction of vital infrastructure and contributions to science 
and technology, APA's have always been at the forefront of American 
innovation.
  In 1977, Congress declared the first week of May as Asian-Pacific 
American Heritage week; and in 1992 passed a resolution that set aside 
the entire month to recognize APA's and the many contributions that 
they have made to American culture, science and industry.

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  As the Senior, APA Republican in Congress, I want to take this 
opportunity to celebrate the beginning of Asian-Pacific American 
Heritage Month. I could not be more proud of the influence and 
contributions of those who came before me. It is their memory and 
sacrifices that drive me while performing my duties as the Member of 
Congress who represents American Samoa and I look forward to continuing 
the important work that they began.
  Mr. Speaker, I ask all Members of the U.S. House of Representatives 
to join me in recognizing the many contributions that APA's have made 
to this great nation and I ask that we carry this spirit throughout the 
entire year.

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