[Congressional Record Volume 163, Number 110 (Tuesday, June 27, 2017)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E908]
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                        IMMIGRANT HERITAGE MONTH

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                         HON. RYAN A. COSTELLO

                            of pennsylvania

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, June 27, 2017

  Mr. COSTELLO of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 
commemorate Immigrant Heritage Month. America is a great nation of 
immigrants, and we should recognize the countless contributions and 
positive impact immigrants have made on our country.
   We should take pride in the fact that most of us have passed down 
the stories of our families traveling from somewhere else in pursuit of 
the American Dream. I'm proud to be the descendant of Irish, Italian, 
and German immigrants who sought a better life in the United States.
   Our country was built on the just belief that all men are created 
equal, and we have a proud history of advancing economic, educational, 
and personal opportunity.
   It is my honor to take this opportunity to celebrate our country's 
traditions during Immigrant Heritage Month.

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