[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 185 (Tuesday, November 19, 2019)]
[House]
[Page H8965]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          RECOGNIZING ALABAMA'S 200TH ANNIVERSARY OF STATEHOOD

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Chair recognizes the gentlewoman from 
Alabama (Mrs. Roby) for 5 minutes.
  Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to highlight an important time 
in Alabama's history.
  I am proud to lead the efforts joined by my colleagues from Alabama 
in introducing a resolution today, which honors the 200th anniversary 
of Alabama's statehood.
  On December 14, 1819, Alabama was incorporated into the Union as the 
22nd State. December 14, 2019, will mark 200 years since the historical 
day of our State's incorporation. This is a monumental occasion in our 
State's history, and we are looking forward to joining Alabamians in a 
year full of memorable celebration and commemoration of the 
bicentennial.
  It is my greatest honor to represent and serve the people of 
Alabama's Second Congressional District, which includes Montgomery, our 
State's capital city. Alabama is currently experiencing extreme 
economic development and job growth across the State, which makes this 
special time even more exciting for us all.
  I join my colleagues in recognizing this milestone in our State's 
history. I am grateful to have the opportunity to serve the people of 
Alabama as we celebrate the birthday and history of the beloved State 
we all call home.

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