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March 26, 2021: Congressional Record publishes “REMEMBERING ROBERT ``BOBBY'' BIANCO.....” in the Extensions of Remarks section

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Raul Ruiz was mentioned in REMEMBERING ROBERT ``BOBBY'' BIANCO..... on page E317 covering the 1st Session of the 117th Congress published on March 26, 2021 in the Congressional Record.

The publication is reproduced in full below:

REMEMBERING ROBERT ``BOBBY'' BIANCO

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HON. RAUL RUIZ

of california

in the house of representatives

Friday, March 26, 2021

Mr. RUIZ. Madam Speaker, I rise today to celebrate the life of my constituent, Robert ``Bobby'' Bianco--a remarkable community member and innovative grower who made history in the Coachella Valley.

Mr. Bianco arrived in our Valley in 1965. He co-owned and operated Anthony Vineyards with his brother and drove economic growth and employed thousands of Valley residents over the past 50 years.

Mr. Bianco was a leader in the grape industry and was nationally known and recognized for his innovation. In fact, he was the first in the nation to commercially grow the red flame seedless grape in 1975, which rapidly grew to become one of the most popular table grapes produced in the world. This historic achievement drew people from near and far to visit our Valley and learn from his techniques.

Mr. Bianco's impact on the community extended beyond his ingenuity in the field. Along with his beloved wife, Harlene, he was involved in local organizations such as the Boys and Girls Club, Big Brother Little Sisters of the Desert, and Desert Arc. Mr. Bianco also was involved in the formation of the Palm Valley School and the expansion of churches in our Valley, such as Our Lady of Perpetual Help, St. Francis Parish, Our Lady of Solidad, Our Lady of Guadalupe, and Sacred Heart.

A friend and colleague of my father's, I knew Mr. Bianco to be a kind and hardworking man who strived to instill positive change in our communities. He was a local leader, nationally renowned grape grower, philanthropist, and lover of golf whose impact on our community will be felt for years to come.

Mr. Bianco is survived by his son, Anthony Bianco, and daughter, Francesca Gist, and his six grandchildren.

Today, we celebrate his life and record his story in our nation's history.

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SOURCE: Congressional Record Vol. 167, No. 57

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