[Congressional Record Volume 166, Number 171 (Thursday, October 1, 2020)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E910]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




              CELEBRATING FILIPINO AMERICAN HISTORY MONTH

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                            HON. BEN McADAMS

                                of utah

                    in the house of representatives

                       Thursday, October 1, 2020

  Mr. McADAMS. Madam Speaker, I rise today in celebration of Filipino 
American History Month which commemorates the arrival of the first 
Filipinos, or ``Luzones Indios,'' landing in what is now known as Morro 
Bay, California on October 18, 1587. For over 400 years, Filipino 
Americans have been key participants in the American experiment, 
striving towards equality and justice for all.
  This continues today. As our nation battles the COVID-19 pandemic, 
Filipino American healthcare workers have been essential in our 
response to the virus. Nearly 150,000 healthcare workers across the 
country are second or third-generation Filipino American. I deeply 
appreciate the hard work and sacrifice of these heroes who fight every 
day to protect and heal their fellow Americans.
  Since 1900, Filipino Americans have enriched the fabric of Utah as 
artists, farmers, educators, healthcare workers, and activists. Over 
15,000 Filipino Americans call Utah home and are one of our state's 
fastest growing communities. As we commemorate Filipino American 
History Month, I am so grateful for the contributions that have been 
made to our great state and Nation by Filipino Americans.

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