[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 26 (Wednesday, February 9, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E135]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




  RECOGNIZING THE BAKERSFIELD BLACK AMERICAN HISTORY PARADE COMMITTEE

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                         HON. DAVID G. VALADAO

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                      Wednesday, February 9, 2022

  Mr. VALADAO. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor the Bakersfield 
Black American History Parade Committee on their 17th year organizing 
and facilitating this annual event.
  The Bakersfield Black American History Parade was founded in 2005 by 
Gloria Patterson. The parade boosts local awareness and highlights the 
rich heritage and valuable contributions of African Americans. It 
provides a culturally inspired and community-wide celebration of the 
African American heritage. Local businesses and organizations interact 
with parade attendees and introduce them to resources available 
throughout Kern County and California. The committee also works with 
the Sickle Cell Disease Foundation and Black History 365 to help 
familiarize the community with services and resources.
  In addition, the Bakersfield Black American History Parade Committee 
is committed to supporting educational institutions that raise 
awareness of the valuable contributions of the African American 
community.
  I ask my colleagues in the House of Representatives to join me in 
honoring the Bakersfield Black American History Parade Committee and 
their service to the Bakersfield community.

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