[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 26 (Tuesday, February 14, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E194-E195]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




   CONGRATULATING THE HOTEL CHINESE ASSOCIATION OF USA ON THEIR 10TH 
                            ANNIVERSARY GALA

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                        HON. NYDIA M. VELAZQUEZ

                              of new york

                    in the house of representatives

                       Tuesday, February 14, 2017

  Ms. VELAZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the Hotel 
Chinese Association (HCA) of USA on their 10th Anniversary Gala.
  Over the past decade, the Hotel Chinese Association of USA has been a 
leader in the New York City immigrant community. By providing 
assistance to workers in the Hospitality industry, the HCA has helped 
thousands of hotel workers in their 10 year history.

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  Founded in 2007, the HCA's mission is to promote the understanding of 
the rights and responsibilities of hotel employees, primarily immigrant 
workers, who have language and cultural barriers. HCA coordinates with 
hotel unions and management, as well as recruiting and training 
immigrants, many of whom aim to have a career in the hospitality 
industry in New York City.
  The HCA has become an important anchor in New York's Chinese 
community by offering communication assistance and vocational training 
to Chinese employees. Whether it is providing networking and job 
opportunities, education, or cultural activities, the HCA aims to 
assist and lift up striving employees and give them the tools they need 
for success.
  I thank and congratulate the HCA for their 10 years of continuous 
service to our community and hope they continue to be a fixture in New 
York City.

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