[Congressional Record Volume 170, Number 75 (Wednesday, May 1, 2024)]
[House]
[Page H2782]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




    CELEBRATING SMALL BUSINESSES ACROSS PENNSYLVANIA'S 15TH DISTRICT

  (Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania asked and was given permission to 
address the House for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.)
  Mr. THOMPSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate 
our small businesses across the Pennsylvania 15th Congressional 
District, the Commonwealth, and the country. This week we recognize the 
importance of our small businesses and the role that they play in our 
communities as part of National Small Business Week.
  Small businesses are the cornerstone of communities. They are often 
the first place you go to for local support. From asking for donations 
for fundraisers to sponsoring your youth sports teams, it is the local 
small businesses that answer the call.
  More than half of Americans either work for or own a small business, 
and they create nearly two out of every three jobs in the United States 
every year. Our small businesses play a central role in building a 
strong country, and we are so grateful for their contributions to our 
communities.
  Now small businesses need our support. There are many ways you can 
show your support: by writing a review, telling friends and family 
about your favorite shop, or interacting with the business on social 
media.
  Mr. Speaker, this week I encourage you all to make the effort to shop 
small and shop local at your favorite small businesses.

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