[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 37 (Tuesday, March 1, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E197]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




CELEBRATING THE 44TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE L.A. CHINATOWN FIRECRACKER RUN 
                            COMMITTEE, INC.

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                            HON. JIMMY GOMEZ

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                         Tuesday, March 1, 2022

  Mr. GOMEZ. Madam Speaker, today I rise to honor L.A. Chinatown 
Firecracker Run Committee, Inc. (LACFRC) on 44 years of service to the 
district.
  LACFRC is a non-profit organization composed of a group of volunteers 
who donate their time and energy to organize and stage events and 
programs promoting healthy lifestyles, fitness, and cultural awareness 
to the greater Los Angeles community.
  This organization hosts the annual Los Angeles Chinatown Firecracker 
5/10K Run/Walk which is the largest and longest-running Lunar New Year 
charity run in the United States. Today, because of LACFRC's dedication 
it has expanded its events to include a bike ride, kiddie run and 
paw'er dog walk.
  All proceeds are reinvested into the community, in support of 
elementary schools and nonprofit organizations, providing services and 
programs to those in need. LACFRC has contributed more than $500,000 to 
local elementary schools and non-profit community organizations.
  Although, the pandemic prevented an in-person event this year, LACFRC 
has stood by its mission: ``to promote health and fitness, education, 
cultural awareness and community involvement'' by hosting virtual 
events.
  Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in honoring and 
celebrating L.A. Chinatown Firecracker Run Committee, Inc.

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