[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 57 (Wednesday, March 29, 2023)]
[House]
[Page H1541]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




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    100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE BENEVOLENT PROTECTIVE ORDER OF REINDEER

  (Mr. PAYNE asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 100th 
anniversary of the Benevolent Protective Order of Reindeer.
  This organization is one of New Jersey's oldest African-American 
fraternal organizations. It was founded in 1923 in response to the 
prejudice in other animal lodges.
  Early organizations named after animals would not let African 
Americans become members, so the Benevolent Protective Order of 
Reindeer was formed and invited everyone to join.
  Today, the organization's principles of service, unity, and charity 
are represented in its exceptional social work. In addition, it 
provides scholarships for worthy students and engages in community 
activism to fight for social justice.
  The Benevolent Protective Order of Reindeer is an outstanding 
organization in my district, and I am proud to celebrate its 100th 
anniversary on the House floor today.

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