Ceremonial Swearing-In
The Commission to Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture
Ceremonial Swearing-In of the Commission to Study the Potential Creation of a National Museum of Asian Pacific American History and Culture
June 12, 2025 | 1:30pm-3:30pm ET
Library of Congress, Thomas Jefferson Building, Members Room
Master of Ceremonies: Richard Lui
National Anthem: Reno Anoa‘i
Welcome Remarks by Congressional Leadership
- U.S. Speaker of the House Mike Johnson (video)
- U.S. House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries
Special Remarks by Secretary Elaine L. Chao
Ceremonial Swearing-In of Commissioners, Led by Secretary Elaine L. Chao and House Democratic Caucus Vice Chair Ted Lieu
Remarks by Members of Congress
Remarks from Commission Chairs, Dr. Jay Xu and Ms. Chiling Tong
Special Remarks by Congresswoman Grace Meng
Reception to Follow