[Congressional Record Volume 165, Number 207 (Monday, December 23, 2019)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1639]
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 CELEBRATING THE FILIPINO LADIES ASSOCIATION OF GUAM (FLAG) FOR THEIR 
      59TH INDUCTION OF EXECUTIVE OFFICERS AND BOARD OF DIRECTORS

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                     HON. MICHAEL F.Q. SAN NICOLAS

                                of guam

                    in the house of representatives

                       Monday, December 23, 2019

  Mr. SAN NICOLAS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the 
Filipino Ladies Association of Guam (FLAG) in celebrating the 59th 
Induction of Executive Officers and Board of Directors. I extend my 
sincerest congratulations to FLAG for an outstanding event in 
celebration and recognition of the triumphs of each Member, past and 
present Elected Officers and Board of Directors.
  The Filipino Ladies Association of Guam was established in the year 
of 1962 and has since been clear in its mission to help our community 
thrive by working together effortlessly, encouraging unity amongst 
Filipino women; enriching the Filipino culture and traditions, and 
strengthening their relationships with the people of Guam.
  The association received a BANAAG Award from the Commission of 
Filipino Overseas organization for their efforts in assisting and 
providing benefactions to overseas Filipino communities. They 
persevered in giving back to our island through their accomplishments 
in education, charities, and scholarships. Their desire to support 
local organizations such as the Guam Memorial Hospital and Governor 
Joseph Flores Memorial Park are examples of achievements to celebrate.
  I express my deepest gratitude to the Filipino Ladies Association of 
Guam's outgoing President, Lorie Castelo, for her leadership throughout 
the year and the newly elected President, Ma. Cristina Bansil, as she 
now upholds the extraordinary reputation of FLAG, as well as each 
member, past, and present for your untiring commitment and the promise 
it holds to our community.
  Again, congratulations to the Filipino Ladies Association of Guam for 
a prosperous year, and I look forward to their continued success.

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