[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 29 (Wednesday, February 12, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E173]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 CELEBRATING THE 40TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE GREATER PHOENIX GAY & LESBIAN 
                          CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

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                           HON. RUBEN GALLEGO

                              of arizona-

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 12, 2020

  Mr. GALLEGO. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the fortieth 
anniversary of the Greater Phoenix Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce 
(GPGLCC). As one of the longest-standing LGBT agencies in our state, 
GPGLCC has promoted an inclusive business environment by empowering and 
supporting LGBT and LGBT-allied businesses in Phoenix.
  The GPGLCC is the oldest non-profit LGBT chamber of commerce in the 
United States and has been recognized as one of the strongest and 
fastest growing in the nation. By expanding opportunities for its over 
2,000 members and supporting Phoenix charitable organizations, the 
chamber has fostered economic justice within the LGBT community and a 
spirit of giving in the city's private sector. In addition to monthly 
professional development and networking events, the GPGLCC encourages 
community engagement through events like ``LGBT Night Out at the 
Ballet'' and their Small Business Saturday Block Party. They have 
cultivated a well-rounded outlook in which businesses are not only 
economically beneficial to their community; they contribute to the 
culture and environment of their area as well.
  As the organization celebrates its fortieth anniversary, I wish to 
congratulate the Greater Phoenix Gay & Lesbian Chamber of Commerce on 
all of its achievements and thank them for their service to our city.

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