[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 82 (Thursday, May 15, 2025)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E432]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




 RECOGNIZING WILLIAM ``BILL'' LEONARD CHIN, FORMER CATHAY POST NO. 186 
                   COMMANDER AND WORLD WAR II VETERAN

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                            HON. ADAM SMITH

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                         Thursday, May 15, 2025

  Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize William 
``Bill'' Leonard Chin for his many years of dedication to our country, 
both through his military service and active involvement within the 
Seattle Chinese-American and Veterans communities.
  Bill valiantly served during World War II in the U.S. Army with the 
93rd Cavalry Reconnaissance Squadron in the Central European Campaign 
and the Battle of Rhineland, and his dedication to service continued 
long after his active military duty. Upon graduating from Seattle 
University, Bill pursued a career as an accountant at Boeing and then 
as a life and health insurance broker, where he spent over 50 years 
serving numerous clients in the Seattle Chinese community. He displayed 
exemplary work ethic and was widely known for his willingness to help 
others.
  Outside of his career, Bill carried this same unceasing devotion to 
serving those around him. He played an instrumental role in creating 
the Oriental Restaurant Association in 1970, which provided a 
healthcare plan for Chinese restaurant workers. He was also a committed 
member of Cathay Post No. 186, where he served as Commander and 
contributed to fundraising efforts for the Kin On Nursing Home and 
youth scholarships. Additionally, Bill served as the English secretary 
for the Gee How Oak Tin Family Association and the Bing Kung 
Association, and as an officer of the Chinatown Chamber of Commerce. He 
left a resounding impact on all those around him and was a true leader 
of the various communities he was part of.
  Mr. Speaker, I thank Bill Chin for a lifetime of service to the 
United States of America and to his community. I am deeply grateful for 
his important efforts towards protecting our country, advancing 
healthcare access, and fostering connection. His legacy will not be 
forgotten.

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