[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 158 (Thursday, September 29, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1002]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING AARON BLOUNT AND BENJAMIN TREVINO'S PERFORMANCE AT THE NOCHE 
                                DE GALA

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                           HON. MAYRA FLORES

                                of texas

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 29, 2022

  Mrs. FLORES. Madam Speaker, I rise today to honor Aaron Blount and 
Benjamin Trevino as they performed at the Noche de Gala this week.
  Aaron and Benjamin are from the Rio Grande Valley (RGV) and graduated 
from Harlingen South High School and Harlingen High School in 2022, 
respectively. Throughout their time in the RGV, they were both members 
of the Harlingen Performing Arts Conservatory, where their talent was 
refined and displayed for their community. Despite their age, both have 
excelled in their careers. Earlier this year, Benjamin was awarded the 
Palm Award for Best Actor in a Leading Role and Aaron won Best Actress 
in a Leading Role. This week, they had the opportunity to bring their 
talent from the RGV to Washington, D.C. to perform at the 26th annual 
National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts' Noche de Gala.
  The National Hispanic Foundation for the Arts is committed to helping 
elevate young talented Hispanics in the entertainment industry. This 
year, Aaron and Benjamin were selected to be a part of this event. Not 
only was this an incredible accomplishment for themselves, but also for 
their friends and families.
  Madam Speaker, it is my honor to represent these two talented 
individuals, and I congratulate Aaron and Benjamin on their amazing 
accomplishments.

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