[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 160 (2014), Part 3]
[House]
[Page 4278]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




                         HAPPY BIRTHDAY, NEVADA

  (Mr. HORSFORD asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. HORSFORD. Madam Speaker, I come to the floor today to commemorate 
my home State of Nevada's upcoming birthday on March 21, which will 
mark 150 years since Nevada was admitted to the Union in 1864. On that 
historic day, President Abraham Lincoln signed legislation allowing the 
Nevada Territory to draft its own constitution and form a State 
government, making us a true ``Battle Born State.''
  Throughout its history, Nevada has embodied the rugged and 
adventurous spirit of the West. People from all walks of life have 
journeyed to our State to seek new opportunities, eventually settling 
down and contributing to Nevada's rich diversity.
  On March 21, Nevada will come together to celebrate our State's 
history and achievements, but we will also be looking toward the 
future. Nevada's best days are yet ahead, and I look forward to seeing 
what comes next.
  Happy birthday, Nevada.

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