[Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 91 (Friday, May 29, 2026)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Pages E499-E500]
From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [www.gpo.gov]




                      HONORING DR. TAI-HENG CHENG

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                            HON. MARK TAKANO

                             of california

                    in the house of representatives

                          Friday, May 29, 2026

  Mr. TAKANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today during AANHPI Heritage Month to 
honor the contributions of Dr. Tai-Heng Cheng, particularly his work 
with the National Museum of Asian Art. In 2022, a gift from Dr. Cheng 
established the museum's first paid graduate internship program.
  Since its inception, twenty-two energetic students have benefited 
from Dr. Cheng's generosity, working on museum exhibitions, research, 
and public programs. These young people come from diverse backgrounds, 
each bringing a unique perspective not only to the National Museum of 
Asian Art, but also to the cultural institutions they will shape 
throughout their careers. This pipeline of diverse, intelligent, and 
passionate talent in the museum and curatorial field is essential and 
will undoubtedly lead to collections that present a more complete 
history for all to enjoy and learn from. Dr. Cheng's contributions have 
helped ensure that AANHPI history is preserved, curated, and presented 
with humanity and dignity. During this AANHPI Heritage Month, I 
congratulate him, the National Museum of Asian Art, and all the 
students who have benefited from this program.

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