[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 153 (2007), Part 7]
[House]
[Page 10394]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                          SMALL BUSINESS WEEK

  The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a previous order of the House, the 
gentleman from Texas (Mr. Conaway) is recognized for 5 minutes.
  Mr. CONAWAY. Mr. Speaker, Monday, April 23 of this year marked the 
beginning of Small Business Week, honoring small business owners and 
their employees for their dedication and hard work that has helped to 
ensure that this Nation continues to remain a strong leader in the 
global economy.
  This week, we celebrate their countless hours, their commitment to 
their families, communities and our Nation. The 11th district of Texas 
boasts a large number of successful small businesses and, combined, 
they have labored extraordinarily to establish themselves as a backbone 
of our economy. They have provided numerous jobs, endless 
opportunities, and sustained economic growth.
  Mathis Field Cafe in San Angelo, Texas, is one of the small 
businesses that I am proud to represent in Washington. Mathis Field 
Cafe employs 26 people, specializing in serving authentic Chinese 
cuisine. It was founded by two Chinese immigrants in 1988, Sam and Rose 
Ng, who are now United States citizens running this very successful 
small business.
  It is small establishments like this one in the 11th District of 
Texas that I proudly represent and that I want to honor and thank for 
their tireless efforts day in and day out. Steady pro- economic and 
pro-business policies encourage job growth and allow our small 
businesses to thrive. I expect to see cafe and other small businesses 
in District 11 reap the benefits of our strong economy and give back. 
This week we honor all small businesses alike.

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