[Congressional Record (Bound Edition), Volume 162 (2016), Part 3]
[House]
[Page 3607]
[From the U.S. Government Publishing Office, www.gpo.gov]




     10TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE TRI-CITY REGIONAL CHAMBER OF COMMERCE

  (Mr. NEWHOUSE asked and was given permission to address the House for 
1 minute.)
  Mr. NEWHOUSE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the Tri-City 
Regional Chamber of Commerce on their 10-year anniversary celebration. 
This auspicious occasion marks the date that the Richland and the Tri-
City area Chamber of Commerce merged to form the regional Chamber in 
2006.
  The Tri-Cities is the fourth largest metropolitan area in the State 
of Washington, situated at the confluence of the Columbia, Snake and 
Yakima Rivers. The beautiful Columbia Basin and 300 days of sunshine 
attract opportunities for agriculture, recreation, and business.
  The Tri-City Regional Chamber of Commerce represents nearly 1,200 
diverse businesses, providing access to customers and a network for job 
creators. The Chamber provides visibility for partner companies and 
works to improve the economic climate of our region. The Chamber 
represents local leaders, working to advance the local economy and the 
quality of life in the Tri-Cities.
  With the motto of ``Bolder, Brighter, Better,'' this advocacy group 
has had a tremendously positive impact, attracting jobs to our 
community. It is my distinct pleasure to recognize and congratulate 
them on this milestone.

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