S4148 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE June 13, 2012 important markups in its history. As 30. Senator Mike Johanns (R–NE) able. In some cases CBOCs don’t even one senior staffer said about Lory’s 31. Senator (R–NC) have permanent physicians assigned. leadership at this time, ‘‘She really 32. Senator Lamar Alexander (R–TN) The Iraq and Afghan wars have created 33. Senator Bob Corker (R–TN) rescued the committee.’’ 34. Senator (R–AR) a new generation of combat veterans, In the nearly 3 years since, Lory 35. Senator (R–FL) many of whom have new medical needs Yudin has become a beloved and re- 36. Senator Dean Heller (R–NV) including prosthetic medical treat- spected chief clerk, looked up to by ev- 37. Senator Ron Johnson (R–WI) ments, mental health care, and exten- eryone as the quintessential Senate 38. Senator Kelly Ayotte (R–NH) sive physical therapy needs. 39. Senator Ron Portman (R–OH) professional. And, of course, she has I am encouraged by the VA’s renewed been a great friend to members and f commitment to rural health care, and staffers alike. For younger staffers, she ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS the $250 million that VA is allocating has been the perfect mix of mentor and for programs for rural communities. But I would urge the VA to do more, mom, someone they turn to for wisdom VETERANS’ HEALTH CARE and counsel. and expand one program in particular, Lory is very much a member of our ∑ Ms. COLLINS. Mr. President, today I the Access Received Closer to Home, Senate family. This is where she met wish to recognize a landmark moment ARCH, project. ARCH has been tremen- her husband David, as well as so many in health care for our veterans. Today dously popular in all five of the com- of her lifelong friends. And while Lory is the 25th anniversary of the ribbon munities where the pilot program was has always been dedicated to her work cutting ceremony for the Nation’s first established. Given Caribou’s history, it here in the Senate, there is no question Veterans’ Community Based Out- is especially fitting that Caribou CBOC that her family has always come first, patient Clinic, CBOC. On June 13, 1987, was selected as one of the five loca- especially her son Eli. As we know, at the Cary Medical Center in Caribou, tions. Lory is extraordinarily proud of Eli’s ME, Governor John McKernan was Our veterans have sacrificed so much graduation, just weeks ago, from the joined by Senators George Mitchell and for our country. We owe them all that University of Michigan. William Cohen, and then-Congress- we can to ensure they receive the best Today, as Lory begins the next chap- woman OLYMPIA SNOWE to cut the rib- care possible. The seven men who ter of her life, I join with the HELP bon of the new clinic. As the first com- fought for the Caribou CBOC knew Committee’s Ranking Member, Sen- munity based outpatient clinic of its that, and we honor their dedication to their fellow veterans by carrying on ator ENZI, and all the committee’s kind in the United States, the Caribou their work.∑ members and staffers in expressing our clinic served as the proving ground respect and love for Lory, and our grat- upon which the Department of Vet- f itude for a job done with enormous erans Affairs, VA, has built a nation- TRIBUTE TO PAT BRUCE wide health care system that delivers skill and dedication. We wish Lory and ∑ Mr. HELLER. Mr. President, I rise her family the very best in the years to much improved access to care for America’s rural veterans. Today nearly today to congratulate Pat Bruce for come. being presented with the Bureau of 3.5 million veterans, approximately 41 f Land Management’s, BLM, ‘‘Making a percent of those enrolled in the VA Difference’’ National Volunteer Award. HURWITZ NOMINATION health care system, live in rural areas, Mr. Bruce, a volunteer with the BLM many of whom receive care at more Mr. GRASSLEY. Mr. President, yes- Winnemucca District Black Rock Field than 800 community based outpatient terday, all time was yielded back on Office, has been awarded for his out- clinics. the Hurwitz nomination, post-, standing volunteer service and leader- The history of the CBOC in Caribou, and the nominee was then confirmed ship to preserve and maintain the Sil- however, began long before the ribbon by voice vote. I was not aware we were ver State’s wilderness areas. I am cutting, when seven Aroostook County going to vote on the nomination by proud to honor a Nevadan who is dedi- veterans dedicated themselves to the voice. Had I known, I would have re- cated to giving back to our community mission of improving access to critical quested the yeas and nays. The fol- to create a better and brighter tomor- health care services to the veterans liv- lowing Members have informed my row. staff that if there had been a rollcall ing in their communities. To accom- As the field project coordinator for vote, they would have voted ‘nay’ on plish this goal, they established the the Friends of Nevada Wilderness, Mr. final confirmation on the nomination Aroostook County Veterans Medical Bruce has dedicated 6 years to orga- of Andrew Hurwitz to the Ninth Circuit Facility Research and Development, nizing volunteer projects within wil- Court of Appeals: Inc. The initial members were Percy derness areas in the Black Rock 1. Senator (R–IA) Thibeault, Meo Bosse, John Rowe, Ray Desert, which span over 1 million acres 2. Senator Orrin Hatch (R–UT) Guerrette, Wesley Adams, Walter of BLM lands. Hiking in remote areas, 3. Senator Mike Lee (R–UT) Corey, and Leonard Woods, Sr. Mr. Bruce maps routes and boundaries 4. Senator (R–AL) Over a span of 8 years, they com- to create an assessment of current 5. Senator Richard Shelby (R–AL) mitted themselves to convincing the 6. Senator (R–SC) ground conditions. He is also a volun- VA to establish a veterans’ health clin- teer supervisor for nonwilderness 7. Senator Jim DeMint (R–SC) ic in Caribou. They were joined along 8. Senator (R–TX) projects which include the restoration 9. Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison (R–TX) the way by other concerned veterans, and protection of BLM’s Black Rock 10. Senator Tom Coburn (R–OK) community members, the Cary Medical Desert-High Rock Canyon Emigrant 11. Senator James Inhofe (R–OK) Center, and a number of Maine vet- Trails National Conservation Area. 12. Senator Mitch McConnell (R–KY) erans service organizations. Their ini- The Silver State is home to vast 13. Senator (R–KY) tiative paid off 8 years later, and wildlands and wildlife, which are vital 14. Senator (R–WY) today, on the 25th anniversary of their to the character of our State. As a life 15. Senator Mike Enzi (R–WY) historic accomplishment, they deserve 16. Senator David Vitter (R–LA) long Nevadan and an avid outdoors- 17. Senator (R–PA) to be recognized. Our veterans in rural man, I was raised to respect and appre- 18. Senator (R–MO) areas throughout the United States ciate our State’s natural surroundings 19. Senator Johnny Isakson (R–GA) benefit today from the dedication of and abundant wildlife. I first enjoyed 20. Senator Saxby Chambliss (R–GA) this landmark work. CBOCs are a vital these great Nevada treasures with my 21. Senator (R–SD) part of veteran health services today. father and have since passed that same 22. Senator (R–KS) These exemplary seven men battled respect and appreciation along to my 23. Senator (R–KS) to ensure that health care services children. 24. Senator Dan Coats (R–IN) were available to every veteran living 25. Senator (R–MS) I understand the importance of good 26. Senator (R–MS) in rural areas. That battle, despite the stewardship and appreciate Mr. Bruce’s 27. Senator James Risch (R–ID) VA’s best efforts, goes on. dedication to protecting and maintain- 28. Senator (R–ID) Rural areas are still underserved in ing Nevada’s lands. I am proud to rep- 29. Senator (R–ND) the types of medical treatment avail- resent him in the Senate and applaud

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On the individual tection Act; Requiring Horse Industry Orga- reational opportunities we enjoy. level, employees are encouraged to do- nizations To Assess and Enforce Minimum Penalties for Violations’’ ((RIN0579–AD43) Today, I ask my colleagues to join me nate their time to fundraising events (Docket No. APHIS–2011–0030)) received in in recognizing Mr. Bruce for his com- for nonprofit organizations and are the Office of the President of the Senate on mitment to Nevada.∑ often found serving on local boards, June 7, 2012; to the Committee on Agri- f dedicating their leadership skills to in- culture, Nutrition, and Forestry. spire valuable changes. EC–6481. A communication from the Direc- RECOGNIZING OAKHURST DAIRY The third generation of the Bennett tor of the Regulatory Review Group, Office ∑ Ms. SNOWE. Mr. President, in honor family has continued to keep Oakhurst of the Secretary, Department of Agriculture, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of of June being National Dairy Month, I thriving, which now employs nearly 240 rise today to recognize Oakhurst a rule entitled ‘‘Selection and Functions of people. In addition to its headquarters Farm Service Agency State and County Dairy, located in Portland, ME, for in Portland, there are three distribu- Committees’’ (RIN0560–AG90) received in the supplying New England with essential tion facilities located in Maine, New Office of the President of the Senate on June vitamins and nutrients. Through its Hampshire, and Massachusetts, each 6, 2012; to the Committee on Agriculture, Nu- sale of refrigerated milk and dairy operating to guarantee healthy lives in trition, and Forestry. products, Oakhurst is committed to the communities they serve. Oakhurst EC–6482. A communication from the Assist- producing the highest quality goods ant Secretary of Defense (Legislative Af- Dairy—continuously seeking to im- fairs), transmitting legislative proposals and sourced from over 70 local farms prove the dairy industry—has recently accompanying reports relative to the Na- throughout Maine and northern New began fortifying their products with tional Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal England. beneficial additives such as probiotics Year 2013; to the Committee on Armed Serv- National Dairy Month began in 1937 and Omega-3, which improve digestion, ices. in an effort to promote the immense cardiovascular health, and boost im- EC–6483. A communication from the Under Secretary of Defense (Personnel and Readi- benefits derived from milk and to sta- munity. In addition to product innova- bilize the dairy demand during surplus ness), transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- tion, Oakhurst Dairy has made several port entitled ‘‘Special Compensation for production. Calcium, potassium, pro- truly outstanding achievements, in- Members of the Uniformed Services with tein, and vitamins A and D are just a cluding perfect scores from Federal Catastrophic Injuries or Illnesses Requiring few of the indispensable nutrients quality and sanitation inspections, and Assistance in Everyday Living Fiscal Year found in dairy products that help re- State awards such as the 2011 Maine 2012 Report Congress’’; to the Committee on duce the risk for hypertension, Restaurant Association’s Allied Mem- Armed Services. EC–6484. A communication from the Gen- osteoporosis, and certain cancers, ber of the Year and the 2010 Maine Gro- while also helping improve weight eral Counsel, Department of Housing and cers Association’s Vendor of the Year. Urban Development, transmitting, pursuant management, muscle tissue repair, and In addition, Oakhurst Dairy insists to law, a report relative to a vacancy in the healthy skin. Although this national on making green initiatives a top pri- Department in the position of Assistant Sec- campaign only lasts for the month of ority in an effort to minimize their im- retary for Community Planning and Devel- June, the family-owned Oakhurst pact on the environment. Within the opment, received in the Office of the Presi- Dairy is constantly working to in- last decade, the company has largely dent of the Senate on June 6, 2012; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban crease awareness of the necessity of reduced carbon dioxide emissions and these nutrients through community in- Affairs. offset fuel oil usage by transforming EC–6485. A communication from the Assist- tegration and product innovation in nearly the entire shipping fleet into ant Secretary, Legislative Affairs, Depart- northern New England. biodiesel fuel trucks and installing ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to Stanley Bennett purchased the Port- solar panels in several of its facilities. law, a six-month periodic report relative to land dairy farm in 1921, naming the As a means to ensure product safety the national emergency that was originally company after a grove of Oak trees and customer satisfaction, Oakhurst declared in Executive Order 12938 of Novem- ber 14, 1994; to the Committee on Banking, found nearby. He promised to provide became one of the first companies in only the freshest quality products to Housing, and Urban Affairs. the U.S. to offer financial incentives to EC–6486. A communication from the Asso- all of his customers and established the partnering farms for abstaining from ciate General Counsel for Legislation and trend of supporting the local commu- treating their cows with artificial Regulations, Office of Public and Indian nity and the environment, practices growth hormones. Oakhurst continues Housing, Department of Housing and Urban which still hold true today. Oakhurst this practice of avoiding growth hor- Development, transmitting, pursuant to law, Dairy embodies the ideals of the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Revision to the mone additives through their Section 8 Management Assessment Program entrepreneurialism and encourages this trademarked America’s First Farmer’s spirit in others by resourcing products Lease-Up Indicator’’ (RIN2577–AC76) received Pledge. in the Office of the President of the Senate from small local farms to create their Oakhurst Dairy continues to flour- on June 6, 2012; to the Committee on Bank- milks, dairy creams, cheeses, and ish, even in difficult economic times, ing, Housing, and Urban Affairs. juices. These products are then distrib- thanks to its commitment to innova- EC–6487. A communication from the Chief uted to a variety of retailers, including tion and service. Year after year, Counsel, Bureau of Public Debt, Department of the Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to chain grocery stores, and small inde- Oakhurst Dairy has cultivated a win- pendent grocery stores, and to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘U.S. ning strategy through its tradition of Treasury Securities—State and Local Gov- foodservice outlets such as schools and public service, safeguarding the envi- ernment Series’’ ((31 CFR Part 344) (Depart- restaurants. ronment, and keeping New England ment of the Treasury Circular, Public Debt Oakhurst understands the impor- healthy. As a strong advocate for dairy Series No. 3–72)) received in the Office of the tance of providing for its employees farm protection, I am proud to extend President of the Senate on June 6, 2012; to and in the 1940s became one of the first my best wishes to the entire Oakhurst the Committee on Banking, Housing, and businesses in southern Maine to ini- Urban Affairs. Dairy operation for their continued EC–6488. A communication from the Gen- tiate company-paid medical insurance success.∑ and deferred profit-sharing plans. Since eral Counsel of the Federal Housing Finance f Agency, transmitting, pursuant to law, the that time, Oakhurst has been devoted report of a rule entitled ‘‘Prudential Man- to providing for the community at all EXECUTIVE AND OTHER agement and Operations Standards’’ levels. On the corporate level, every COMMUNICATIONS (RIN2590–AA13) received in the Office of the year Oakhurst pledges 10 percent of The following communications were President of the Senate on June 6, 2012; to pretax profits to organizations sup- laid before the Senate, together with the Committee on Banking, Housing, and porting healthy children and a healthy accompanying papers, reports, and doc- Urban Affairs. environment. This company also in- EC–6489. A communication from the Dep- uments, and were referred as indicated: uty Secretary, Division of Investment Man- spires future generations by giving out EC–6480. A communication from the Con- agement, Securities and Exchange Commis- numerous scholarships for academic gressional Review Coordinator, Animal and sion, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- achievements and even promotes the Plant Health Inspection Service, Department port of a rule entitled ‘‘Political Contribu- future of the milk industry by spon- of Agriculture, transmitting, pursuant to tions by Certain Investment Advisers: Ban

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