[Congressional Record Volume 171, Number 126 (Wednesday, July 23, 2025)]
[House]
[Pages H3623-H3624]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




          RECOGNIZING CENTRAL PENNSYLVANIA CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

  (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 recognize 
the Central Pennsylvania Chamber of Commerce as it celebrates its 120th 
anniversary.
  In 1905, the chamber was founded as the Milton Board of Trade. Over 
the last 120 years, the chamber has grown and expanded its reach and 
membership into Columbia, Montour, Northumberland, Snyder, and Union 
Counties, and 120 years later, the mission of

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the chamber remains the same as when it was founded: ``To be the 
partner of choice to enable economic and business development by 
partnering with businesses, schools, communities, and individuals in 
Central Pennsylvania.''
  As a proud member of the chamber, I recognize its vital role in 
driving regional economic growth, fostering job creation, and 
supporting businesses of all sizes as they innovate and invest in 
America's future.
  Mr. Speaker, I thank the board members, staff, membership, and 
partners who have worked together to promote and improve our region. 
They have fostered a commitment to free enterprise that enables our 
local communities to unlock their true economic potential.
  I congratulate the chamber on this milestone occasion.

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