[Congressional Record Volume 169, Number 158 (Thursday, September 28, 2023)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E904]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                 HONORING HISPANIC HERITAGE MONTH 2023

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                            HON. LUCY McBATH

                               of georgia

                    in the house of representatives

                      Thursday, September 28, 2023

  Mrs. McBATH. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize Hispanic Heritage 
Month 2023. Each year from September 15th to October 15th, Americans 
across the country recognize and celebrate the history and culture of 
those individuals whose ancestry can be traced from Spain, Mexico, the 
Caribbean, and Central and South America. This observance was first 
established as Hispanic Heritage Week under President Lyndon Johnson in 
1968 and expanded to a full month by President Ronald Reagan in 1988. 
The month encapsulates celebrations of independence for many Latin 
American countries. September 15th is the anniversary of independence 
for Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua. Mexico 
and Chile also celebrate their independence days on September 16th and 
September 18th.
  This year on October 3rd, Gwinnett County will celebrate a Heritage 
Night Celebration in observance of Hispanic Latino Heritage Month in 
the county. As the representative for Georgia's most diverse and 
fastest-growing congressional district, it is my privilege to uplift 
the Latino community and celebrate their contributions to this 
district, the Nation, and the world.
  In every facet of our daily lives, Latino leaders have made an 
indelible mark on this country and created a more perfect union for us 
all. These contributions take form in creative talents, culinary 
offerings, and civic development and leadership. Our community is well 
represented by artists, business owners, and elected officials whose 
Hispanic heritage enhances the diversity of our community and enriches 
the moral fiber of our nation. I am proud of their countless 
contributions to our country's story, and I would like to take this 
month to honor the crucial role that these Americans play in our 
society and in Georgia's Seventh Congressional District in particular.
  While we continue to celebrate the observation of Hispanic Heritage 
Month, may we celebrate the power and pride of our Latino community in 
Georgia. As a representative of our state, I will continue to champion 
their values of strength, service, and patriotism every day. On behalf 
of myself, the Seventh Congressional District of Georgia, and the 
United States House of Representatives, happy Hispanic Heritage Month.

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