We are seeking recognition through an act of Congress because actions taken by the Commonwealth of Virginia during the 20th Century erased our history by altering key documents as part of a systematic plan to deny our existence.
Rahall emphasizes the need for federal recognition due to historical injustices.
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At this time, it is my pleasure to yield 4 minutes to the gentlelady from Ohio (Ms. Kaptur), a very powerful lady on the Committee on Appropriations, the ranking member on Energy and Water Development.
I am happy to yield 2 minutes to the distinguished gentlewoman from Texas (Ms. Eddie Bernice Johnson).
I yield 1 minute to the gentlewoman from California (Ms. Napolitano) and thank her for her help on the conference committee as well. (Ms. NAPOLITANO asked and was given permission to revise and extend her remarks.)
At this time, I am honored to yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from North Carolina (Mr. Price), a distinguished member of the Military Construction-VA Appropriations Committee.
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