Culture

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement celebrating the Fourth of July:
“Happy Fourth of July, and enjoy the holiday weekend with friends and family! Independence Day is the annual celebration of nationhood for the United States, and the ideals of freedom that the entire country holds dear. It is celebrated nationwide traditionally with fireworks, parades and parties.

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata welcomed President Biden’s signing into law on June 13 the Commission to Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture Act (H.R. 3525).
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is highlighting the national Juneteenth holiday, created just last year through the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act.

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is welcoming the addition of the flag of American Samoa to the ring of flags surrounding the National Museum of American History, part of the Smithsonian Institution, along the National Mall in the nation’s capital.

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is highlighting the 245th anniversary of the United States Flag.

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is honoring Memorial Day 2022.
Washington, D.C. — Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following Mother’s Day statement:
“On this Mother’s Day, may God bless all of our mothers! Your efforts and love as mothers make a difference throughout your children’s entire lifetimes, and your children bring you great joy.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata released the following statement in honor of the National Day of Prayer:

Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amata is highlighting the 150th Arbor Day, and its worldwide focus on the ecological and health benefits of trees.
Washington, D.C. – Congresswoman Uifa’atali Amatawelcomed House passage this week of the Commission to Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture Act (H.R. 3525). Amata was an original cosponsor of this bill upon introduction in February by Rep. Grace Meng (D-NY).