[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 67 (Wednesday, April 17, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H2459]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING SELENA QUINTANILLA

  (Ms. De La CRUZ asked and was given permission to address the House 
for 1 minute.)
  Ms. De La CRUZ. Mr. Speaker, this week I introduced legislation that 
pays tribute to a true cultural icon, Selena Quintanilla. This 
legislation will honor her legacy with commemorative coins produced by 
the U.S. Mint.
  Selena, known affectionately as the queen of Tejano music, was the 
pride of south Texas. She transcended boundaries and transformed the 
music landscape. With her dynamic performances and timeless hits like 
``Como La Flor'' and ``Bidi Bidi Bom Bom,'' she brought Tejano music 
beyond south Texas and garnered adoration from millions worldwide.
  It is fitting that we chose this week to introduce this bill because 
Tuesday would have been Selena's 53rd birthday. Through these 
commemorative coins, we honor her artistic talent and her role as a 
trailblazer for Hispanic artists.
  Let this coin reflect the brilliance of Selena's life.

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