Velazquez on Passing of Peter T. Lau

Washington, DC – Rep. Nydia M. Velázquez (D-NY) released the following statement regarding the passing of Peter T. Lau:

"Peter Lau was an instrumental and beloved part of the community. Known to many as the face of the first pharmacy in Chinatown, Mr. Lau often selflessly took the opportunity to educate his community about signing up for health insurance and the importance of protecting pharmaceutical benefits.

"An exemplary public servant, Mr. Lau has received numerous awards and was the first Chinese-American recipient of the highest award in the pharmacy profession, the Bowl of Hygeia Community Service Award from the Pharmacists Society of the State of New York.

"Mr. Lau was a longtime board member of Chinatown Partnership, which formed in 2006 and brought together small business and community groups focused on rebuilding Chinatown after 9/11.

"My thoughts and prayers are with his wife Lisa, daughters, Allison and Jessica, and all who loved him. His invaluable contributions to the Chinatown community will never be forgotten."

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