[Congressional Record Volume 168, Number 188 (Monday, December 5, 2022)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E1215]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 HONORING D H BROWN'S FOR ITS DECADES OF SERVING ILLINOISANS FROM ALL 
                          CORNERS OF THE STATE

                                 ______
                                 

                           HON. CHERI BUSTOS

                              of illinois

                    in the house of representatives

                        Monday, December 5, 2022

  Mrs. BUSTOS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize D H Brown's in 
Springfield, Illinois, for bringing Illinoisans together for decades.
  An iconic downtown establishment located in former President Abraham 
Lincoln's hometown, D H Brown's caters to patrons from every walk of 
life. It is a staple in Central Illinois, and a gathering place for 
individuals to engage in thoughtful discussion on how to strengthen 
communities throughout the state. While the Illinois General Assembly 
is in session, it is not uncommon to see state legislators from both 
parties frequenting D H Brown's, talking directly with constituents and 
other Illinoisans alike. Owned by Alex Preston, it is a vital fixture 
that helps to embody the culture of Springfield. I'm confident that D H 
Brown's will continue to contribute to this deep political heritage for 
many years to come.
  It is because of Illinois' quintessential establishments like D H 
Brown's that I am especially proud to serve in Congress. Madam Speaker, 
I would like to, again, formally honor D H Brown's in Springfield for 
their decades of service to Illinoisans.

                          ____________________