[Congressional Record Volume 164, Number 197 (Thursday, December 13, 2018)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1673]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 IN RECOGNITION OF THE CHINESE AMERICAN COUNCIL OF SACRAMENTO'S ANNUAL 
                       GOLD MOUNTAIN CELEBRATION

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                          HON. DORIS O. MATSUI

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, December 13, 2018

  Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in recognition of The Chinese 
American Council of Sacramento's 31st Annual Gold Mountain Celebration. 
Each year, the Council celebrates the efforts of selfless community 
members in fostering intercultural relationships, increasing awareness 
for the cultural significance of Chinese Americans and all Pacific 
Islander Americans. This is in addition to their invaluable support for 
projects and programs that address the economically challenged members 
of the community that are often forgotten.
  This year's honorees are staples in our community. The Hall of Fame 
recipient is the Chan Family of General Produce. They are a business 
built on three generations of dedication to supplying the highest 
quality produce to the Sacramento community and beyond, in addition to 
providing 80 years of civic engagement.
  Receiving Frank Fat's Founder Award is C.C. Yin, Founder of Asian 
Pacific Islander American Public Affairs. Originally created to empower 
leadership and representation for the Asian Pacific Islander Community, 
this organization has inspired community involvement nationwide through 
fellowship, mentorship and education.
  The recipient of the Community Service Award is My Sister's House. 
The organization provides invaluable services and is a haven for Asian 
Pacific Islander American women who are suffering from domestic 
violence. Since they began in 2000, My Sister's House has provided 
resources and community to those seeking refuge from dangerous 
situations.
  Mr. Speaker, I am honored to pay tribute to this celebration as it 
recognizes pillars in the Sacramento community and to praise them for 
another successful year for the Chinese American Council of Sacramento. 
As unparalleled leaders, these individuals and organizations set an 
incredible example.

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