[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 49 (Friday, March 18, 2022)]
[House]
[Pages H3831-H3832]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]
RECOGNIZING THE 90TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE HOUSTON LIVESTOCK RODEO
(Ms. GARCIA of Texas asked and was given permission to address the
House for 1 minute and to revise and extend her remarks.)
Ms. GARCIA of Texas. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize the
90th anniversary of a Houston-area community staple, the Houston
Livestock Show and Rodeo.
Anyone who lives in or around Houston knows about the Houston Rodeo,
but outside of their legendary fried Oreos, incredibly tasty brisket,
and impressive livestock shows and rodeo, it is a family-friendly place
where families and communities across the region learn about
agriculture.
The Houston Rodeo has a special place in my heart, Madam Speaker, as
it does to many Texans. Growing up on a farm, I still remember my first
trip to Houston was to attend the Houston Rodeo.
Today, it is the world's largest rodeo with attendance surpassing two
million people. Money raised at the rodeo goes to scholarships. This
year alone, 350 4-year scholarships will be awarded.
The Houston Rodeo is a Houston gem. It is a Texas gem.
Madam Speaker, I congratulate the Houston Rodeo on its 90-year
anniversary, and I look forward to the next 90 years.
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