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RECOGNIZING THE HAITIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM

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On 2026-07-14, Representative Frederica S. Wilson (D-FL-24) delivered a floor speech titled "RECOGNIZING THE HAITIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM" in the House.

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RECOGNIZING THE HAITIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM

Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E687-E688] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE HAITIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM ______ HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON of florida in the house of representatives Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, from the 24th district, of the great state of Florida, I rise today to recognize and honor South Florida's Haitian Heritage Museum. I include in the Record the following proclamation: Whereas, the Haitian Heritage Museum is an integral part of our community, embodying and preserving Haiti's rich culture and heritage; Whereas, the Haitian Heritage Museum has given Haitian art a permanent and prominent place in South Florida's art community; Whereas, the Haitian Heritage Museum's scholarship program provides deserving students an opportunity to further their education and perfect their talent as artists; Whereas, the Haitian Heritage Museum will honor community leaders who have made extraordinary contributions to Haitian heritage and culture during its 9th Annual Discover Haiti Gala on Saturday, February 23rd; Whereas, the Haitian Heritage Museum will present the Father Jean Juste Visionary Award, named after the visionary leader who advocated for human rights and social justice on behalf of Haiti's poor; Whereas, Father Jean Juste is widely regarded as the ``Godfather'' of Miami's Little Haiti community; and Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. Wilson, a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida: Recognize the tremendous contributions of the Haitian Heritage Museum to South Florida: [[Page E688]] Affirm the importance of promoting and preserving Haitian art and culture; and Honor the recipients of the Father Jean Juste Visionary Award. ____________________

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RECOGNIZING THE HAITIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM Congressional Record, Volume 172 Issue 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026) [Congressional Record Volume 172, Number 114 (Tuesday, July 14, 2026)] [Extensions of Remarks] [Pages E687-E688] From the Congressional Record Online through the Government Publishing Office [ www.gpo.gov ] RECOGNIZING THE HAITIAN HERITAGE MUSEUM ______ HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON of florida in the house of representatives Tuesday, July 14, 2026 Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, from the 24th district, of the great state of Florida, I rise today to recognize and honor South Florida's Haitian Heritage Museum. I include in the Record the following proclamation: Whereas, the Haitian Heritage Museum is an integral part of our community, embodying and preserving Haiti's rich culture and heritage; Whereas, the Haitian Heritage Museum has given Haitian art a permanent and prominent place in South Florida's art community; Whereas, the Haitian Heritage Museum's scholarship program provides deserving students an opportunity to further their education and perfect their talent as artists; Whereas, the Haitian Heritage Museum will honor community leaders who have made extraordinary contributions to Haitian heritage and culture during its 9th Annual Discover Haiti Gala on Saturday, February 23rd; Whereas, the Haitian Heritage Museum will present the Father Jean Juste Visionary Award, named after the visionary leader who advocated for human rights and social justice on behalf of Haiti's poor; Whereas, Father Jean Juste is widely regarded as the ``Godfather'' of Miami's Little Haiti community; and Now, therefore, be it resolved that I, Frederica S. Wilson, a member of the United States House of Representatives, representing the 24th Congressional District of Florida: Recognize the tremendous contributions of the Haitian Heritage Museum to South Florida: [[Page E688]] Affirm the importance of promoting and preserving Haitian art and culture; and Honor the recipients of the Father Jean Juste Visionary Award. ____________________