On the recordDecember 17, 2019
Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 60,000 members of the Hmong community in Minnesota who recently celebrated their 41st new year celebration. My home State is home to one of the largest Hmong communities in the Nation. They are great neighbors and coworkers, and they have been an integral part of the fabric of our State and culture since the first Hmong family arrived in 1975. Although I was not able to participate in this year's new year's ceremony, the celebration's theme of ``Embracing the Present, Inspiring Future Generations'' could not be more appropriate. Minnesota's Hmong families and leaders have worked hard to embrace everyone in their surrounding communities and inspire those interested in learning more about their rich heritage and history. I thank all the Hmong in our great State of Minnesota for their many years of friendship with our office and wish everyone a happy and healthy new year. ____________________
