Washington, Feb. 3 -- Rep. Frank J. Mrvan issued the following press release:

Today, Rep. Frank J. Mrvan Today, Congressman Frank J. Mrvan released his statement recognizing Black History Month.

A video of his remarks on the House floor is available here, and the text of the full statement is below.

"Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect and sincere admiration that I rise to celebrate Black History Month and its 2026 theme - A Century of Black History Commemorations. This year marks a century of national commemorations of Black history.

"I would like to take this time to honor Retired Army Sergeant 1st Class Oscar Primm Jr., a 104-year-old veteran from Northwest Indiana whose service is an inspiration to all. Over the course of his he...