On the recordOctober 16, 2019
Mr. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of H.R. 1253, introduced by Representative Tony Cardenas. This bill names the post office located in Pacoima, California, in honor of Ritchie Valens. Valens was born in Pacoima. It was there where he discovered his passion for music. After his raw talent was noticed by a producer at a performance, his career took off. In his short 17 years of life, Valens recorded classic singles, as we heard, as ``La Bamba,'' ``Donna,'' and ``Come On, Let's Go.'' Tragically, he was killed in a plane crash along with Buddy Holly and J.P. Richardson, a day now referred to as the day music died. In 2001, Valens was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame. Although Valens may no longer be with us, his music will endure for generations. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to support this bill, and I yield back the balance of my time.
