[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 162 (Tuesday, October 15, 2019)]
[House]
[Page H8115]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




      HONORING THE CENTRAL WASHINGTON HISPANIC CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

  (Mr. NEWHOUSE asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, as National Hispanic 
Heritage Month comes to a close, to celebrate the Central Washington 
Hispanic Chamber of Commerce, which is celebrating 10 years of service 
to central Washington communities.
  The Hispanic Chamber of Commerce was formed to support Yakima 
Valley's growing Latino business community. They work to develop a 
professional network that fosters a thriving business environment, 
encourages job development, and promotes business growth. Their diverse 
membership is a testament to the range of positive contributions 
Hispanic Americans and Latinos have on our central Washington 
communities.
  Last month, the chamber hosted ``Taco Fest,'' a celebration to mark 
the beginning of Hispanic Heritage Month with our friends and neighbors 
throughout the Yakima Valley. They also, annually, hold the Estrella 
Awards, which honor exemplary local Hispanic leaders and professionals.
  I am proud to represent the Central Washington Hispanic Chamber of 
Commerce and its members, whose work strengthens and improves our local 
communities in the Yakima Valley. I urge all of my colleagues to help 
me celebrate their 10-year anniversary, and I thank all who join me in 
celebrating the contributions of Hispanic Americans and Latinos during 
National Hispanic Heritage Month.

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