[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 42 (Friday, March 8, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H1050]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 COMMENDING THE AFRICAN AMERICAN CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF CENTRAL FLORIDA

  (Mr. FROST asked and was given permission to address the House for 1 
minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. FROST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commend the African American 
Chamber of Commerce of Central Florida for their unwavering commitment 
to uplifting and celebrating the contributions of Black-owned 
businesses in the central Florida community for over 75 years.
  This weekend, the chamber will host its 20th annual Eagle Awards, a 
culmination of two decades of the chamber's efforts to spotlight 
central Florida's most dynamic businesses and entrepreneurs.
  This award ceremony is a celebration of resilience, innovation, and 
community building, reflecting on the impact these businesses have on 
driving the growth and development of our diverse business landscape.
  Over the last decade, Black-owned businesses have grown exponentially 
in central Florida, yet access to capital remains a limiting factor to 
the success.
  I encourage my colleagues to join me in supporting our local chambers 
of commerce that champion minority-owned businesses and bring forth 
legislation to address the specific challenges faced by Black- and 
minority-owned entrepreneurs to create a future where every 
entrepreneur has the opportunity to thrive.

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