Grace Meng

Recognizing the significance of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month as an important time to celebrate the significant contributions of Asian Americans, Native Hawaiians, and Pacific Islanders to the history of the United States.

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To nullify certain rules related to foreign assistance.

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Safe Check-Ins for Immigrants Act

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“Ms. MENG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to commemorate the 12th Anniversary of Women's Entrepreneurship Day, celebrated globally on November 19. In the United States alone, over 14 million of our Nation's 36.2 million small businesses are owned by women, employing around 10.7 million workers and contributing an astounding $2.1 trillion in revenue. These women-led businesses are a cornerstone of our economy, and I extend my deepest commendation to the women behind them. Today, I celebrate the Women's Entrepreneurship Day movement, founded by Wendy Diamond. Twelve years ago, Wendy launched the Women's Entrepreneurship Day Organization (WEDO) with an unyielding commitment to elevate and empower women in entrepreneurship at a time when then vital role in the global economy was still underappreciated. Since its inception, WEDO has led transformation initiatives, including providing microloans to over 10,000 women in need and launching the WEDO Entrepreneurial Arts Education Program for disadvantaged female students. WEDO also launched a groundbreaking AI education program with world-renowned experts, aimed at empowering 1 million disadvantaged women entrepreneurs with cutting-edge skills. WEDO has also partnered with Defy Ventures to drive the Entrepreneurs in Training (EIT) program, achieving an outstanding 84 percent success rate among formerly incarcerated women by providing them with a path to opportunity and reintegration. This year, WEDO welcomed iHeartMedia as a national partner iHeart's influential broadcast and digital network will promote Women's Entrepreneurship Day, highlight local women entrepreneurs across the country, and amplify this movement's impact in communities nationwide. In recognition of this extraordinary milestone, the Women's Entrepreneurship Day Organization Pioneer Awards honor exceptional leaders who have pioneered new frontiers across various fields. I include in the Record this year's honorees: Angelina Jolie, Humanitarian, Artist, and Entrepreneur; Rachel Drori, Founder of Daily Harvest; Howard Morgan, Cofounder of Renaissance Technologies, Chairman of B Capital, and Cofounder of First Round Capital; Chloe Ting, Global Fitness and Wellness Entrepreneur, Gloria Allred, Civil Rights Attorney and Founding Partner of Allred, Maroko & Goldberg, Jesse Draper, Founder of Halogen Ventures, Sheila Lino Marcelo, Cofounder and CEO of Ohai.ai, and Founder of Proof of Learn and Care.com. As we celebrate this profound milestone, let us be resolute in our commitment to providing the essential tools and programs that enable young women not only to survive but to truly flourish in the dynamic world of entrepreneurship. ____________________”

2025-11-19 · Economy

“Ms. MENG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor His All-Holiness Bartholomew, Ecumenical Patriarch of Constantinople, on his visit to Washington, D.C., and his reception of the Templeton Prize in New York City. Patriarch Bartholomew has served since 1991 as the spiritual leader of more than 300 million Orthodox Christians worldwide, including many from the Greek Orthodox community from Queens, New York, whom I am proud to represent. Known as ``first among equals'' among the Primates of the Orthodox Church, he carries forward a tradition that reaches back nearly two thousand years to the Apostle Andrew. Throughout his ministry, he has been a champion of religious freedom, human rights, and interfaith dialogue. He has worked to build bridges between Christians, Jews, and Muslims, and has consistently spoken out for peace. He is also recognized as the ``Green Patriarch'' for his leadership in addressing climate change and environmental destruction, which he has called a sin against God's creation. His efforts have brought together scientists, world leaders, and faith communities to safeguard our planet. The Ecumenical Patriarch is no stranger to this Capitol. In 1997, he received the Congressional Gold Medal under this very dome. As he visits Congress once again, we honor his lifetime of service as a peacemaker and a bridge-builder for our world. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing His All- Holiness Bartholomew, a voice of faith, hope, and reconciliation for our time. ____________________”

2025-09-18 · Climate

“Ms. MENG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the 25th anniversary of the founding of the National Coalition for Asian Pacific American Community Development, or National CAPACD. In 2000, 16 local civil rights leaders came together to form National CAPACD, harnessing the transformative power of a dynamic coalition of Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander (AANHPI) community-based organizations. Today, National CAPACD represents and supports more than 160 community- based organizations working in low-income AANHPI communities. National CAPACD has been a steadfast partner to the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus since its founding. Through convenings, administering subgrants, and supporting small businesses, National CAPACD has been fearless champions in advancing community development and establishing thriving neighborhoods for AANHPI communities. In 2024, National CAPACD served over 300 small businesses and over 4,000 constituents. I applaud the leaders, advocates, and allies from across the country who have made this milestone anniversary of empowerment and community- led change possible. On this important milestone, we celebrate the transformative impact National CAPACD has made and will continue to make within AANHPI communities. ____________________”

2025-06-24 · Civil Rights