June 17, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 15251 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS HEALTH CARE IS AN IMPORTANT a physician-enduring the ordeal of the com­ And the cost of it all is threatening to ISSUE mencement speech. That may not be easy for bankrupt the nation. you or for me, for that matter. The last time Th1nk about it: Until 1965 there was no sig­ I spoke before so many doctors was in Al­ nificant national governmental involvement HON. 1HOMAS J. DOWNEY bany in 1988 at a conference of 500 psychia­ in making health care available to all Amer­ OF NEW YORK trists. Th1s is the truth. As my turn to speak icans. Medicare and Medicaid were the first IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES approached, one of the doctors-! think a Re­ great national steps, but they are not enough to meet today's problems. Wednesday, June 17, 1992 publican-leaned over and said, "Governor, would you prefer a podium or a couch?" Today, the United States spends $800 bil­ Mr. DOWNEY. Mr. Speaker, health care is I'll try not to intrude too long on the fes­ lion a year on health care and it will be in­ one of the most important issues facing us tivities that are surP- to follow and that you creased by 50 percent before the end of the today. On Long Island, my constituents are so richly deserve. But I will use this oppor­ decade. $800 billion. That's more than two concerned about the lack of affordable and tunity to focus on an important subject be­ and a half times the entire defense budget. adequate health insurance coverage. In addi­ cause it will be a significant part of your Yet, some 35 million Americans, more than 2 continuing medical education and, of course, million of them in New York State, have no tion, there is a genuine need for us to recog­ you-every one of you-will be vital to its coverage. nize the importance and cost effectiveness on proper resolution. Private insurance for the middle class is preventative care and support. The development of medicine in America, being sliced like Swiss cheese-thin and full The distinguished Governor of my State, the like the nation itself, has made a miraculous of holes. Red tape is strangling the system, Honorable Mario M. Cuomo, recently ad­ journey in just over 200 years. From the Co­ 'making it much more expensive than it need dressed the graduates of the New York Uni­ lonial period, when most sickness was treat­ be. Our population is growing old and more versity Medical School. In his usual eloquent ed in the home by women who relied on pop­ frail, more people in need of long-term care. style, Governor Cuomo presented an insightful ular medical allllanacs; to the eighteenth Exquisite technology grows more exquisite and thought-provoking overview of the health century, when bloodletting and the liberal and more expensive. Costs are exploding. use of emetics abounded; to the turn of the People are frightened everywhere. Suddenly care issue. With your permission Mr. Speaker, century, when American medicine revolved it's a huge national issue. Everyone des­ I would like to include the text of the Gov­ around the doctor, his black bag and h1s of­ perate for answers. ernor's speech in my remarks: fice; to today, when we are blessed with star­ All of this happened just as you arrive on REMARKS BY GoVERNOR MARIO M. CUOMO tling technical capacity with internation­ the scene. Thank you Dr. Farber for that truly gener­ ally-renowned medical schools, with well­ Now to find the solution, we will need ev­ ous introduction. It's a great honor to be in­ paid and respected hospital administrators eryone on this stage and everyone in this au­ vited. It's a great honor to be here today and and physicians, and more Nobel Prize win­ dience contributing to the analysis, the dia­ I thank you. ners in medicine than any other country in logue and formulation of a plan to reform Larry Tisch, Marty Begun, John Rosen­ the world. the entire system. But most certainly, we wald, Dr. Dinowitz, Dr. Eng, all the members In only 200 years, the immense wealth of will need you and the entire great institu­ of the board, trustees, faculty, staff, all dis­ this vast nation and its gift for enterprise, tion of NYU and this state's government and tinguished honorees, ladies and gentlemen. innovation and compassion, have produced the government of all the states. And to you, the honored principals of th1s some of the best intelligence, technology and The challenge we all face as doctors, as occasion, the graduating class of 1992. All of health care anywhere in the world. politicians, as Americans, is immense. But us applaud you. Your intelllgence, your But after 200 years, health care in America so is the opportunity. strength, your persistence, your faith. This faces a confounding and even an agonizing For the first time in nearly 50 years, there day belongs to you and to your mothers. paradox. The vagaries of th.e free enterprise is a strong consensus that we need universal Also all of your friends, all of your relatives, economy and the unevenness and insuffi­ health care reform. There is also a universal all of your significant others. ciency of our political and governmental sys­ understanding that such reform would be And to all who have stood by you through tem have left us, despite all of these accom­ more than lip service, Band-aids, or half­ the trials and tribulations of medical plishments, with daunting health care prob­ baked theories dreamt up by rigid ideologues school-that hard journey described already lems. who have never even seen the inside of a ma­ by Dr. Dinowitz. Through the written and In many ways, we have too few doctors and ternity ward. It must be real reform that practical exams. Through the 36-hour rounds nurses. In many instances, we overuse or preserves the best of the current system, be­ in the emergency rooms and wards at Belle­ abuse our technology. Sometimes we don't cause much of it is very good, and builds on vue. Through the verbal pummeling suffered have enough technology. Sometimes we it to make it better. at the hands of residents-sometimes over­ don't have enough care. It's now clear to most Americans that uni­ bearing residents. Through the cadavers, the A few blocks from NYU lie people suffering versal health care can only be achieved with scatological med school humor and the late­ the ravages of epidemics we thought we had the help of the national government. Believe night moral qualms. conquered: drug resistant tuberculosis, mea­ it or not, that is a giant step forward. For You have exposed yourselves to disease. sles, congenital syphilis ... while inside the the past 25 years, the responsibility for ex­ You have witnessed and assisted in the mir­ neonatal units in the hospices lie the victims panding access and controlling costs has fall­ acle of birth, and you have studied the per­ of our terrible new plagues: babies the size of en primarily, nearly exclusively, to the plexing realities of death. You have sub­ my hand, literally, strapped to respirators, states. Many states, including New York, jected yourselves to the full range of human clinging to life, born addicted to crack; AIDS have excelled in that role. In fact, in many emotions; fear, joy, anger and suffering. And babies .. . born to die. ways, we're far ahead of much of the rest of many of you will continue to for years to People are dying because they come to the the country. We expanded coverage for chil­ come. hospital too late in their diseases for acute dren through our Child Health Plus Pro­ You have proven yourselves worthy of par­ care to save them, or they suffer more than gram: invested massively in pre-natal care, ticipating in one of the world's most re­ they would have had to if we had only done and, even in tough fiscal times, we've in­ spected and most important professions. the simple thing-provided the ounce of pre­ creased funding for primary care. We created Through it all, your family and friends have vention called primary care, provided pre­ the first AIDS Institute. We compensate hos­ supported you, encouraged you and, when natal care, regular check-ups, easy-to-under­ pitals for the otherwise uncompensated care necessary, tolerated you. stand instructions from a physician they that they provide, and we help businesses As a father of a physician, I know the sense could trust. buy coverage for their employees. of joy and relief that many of these people It is shocking and humiliating that the We were able to do all of this, in part, be­ feel today. The joy that you got through it United States, by far the greatest, most pow­ cause we control costs better than most all, and relief that medical school is over for erful nation in world history, ranks 17th in states thanks to two people whose names you-and for them. Now only one hurdle life expectancy and 21st in infant mortality you probably don't hear often. I didn't have stands between you and your full-time life as among industrialized countries. anything to do with it except I was part of

• This " bullet" symbol identifies statements or insertions which are not spoken by a Member of the Senate on the floor. Matter set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor. 15252 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 the g·overnment led by a great Governor, dreds of them. The big reason overall health the same high standards for coverage, for Hugh Carey, who preceded me and who or­ care costs grew slower in New York than any cost control, for cutting red tape and elimi­ dered a lot of this kind of health care. And other state was because we pay on a uniform nating waste and for promoting primary another man, a genius, a doctor and a saint, method of payment. Now we need to do that care. a physician, who gave up his entire life to nationally, making adjustments, of course, The public-private partnership would make public service, who is with us still but not for reg·ional variations because in some the most of what's best in Medicare. Medi­ able to speak, not able to communicate be­ places the cost of living is higher. You have care is a successful government program. cause of one of those terrible, terrible un­ to pay doctors more. In some places, the Take Medicare and expand it. Do it as fol­ known strokes or whatever the medical pro­ costs will be higher because of the environ­ lows: Expand it to cover the poor, which is fession would call it, lying, lost to us, his ment. And New York is such a place and that now Medicaid. Have Medicare absorb that mind, not reachable by us: Dr. David has to be taken into account. The rates must part of the government program. Cover all Axelrod. Remember him because someday be set at a rate to discourage overutilization, the elderly, all the unemployed, all the poor, you'll read about him and the contribution promote primary care, and properly com­ all the self-employed, all the small busi­ he made to this state. pensate the pediatricians, the interns and nesses-all Medicare. Provide catastrophic Thanks to Dr. Axelrod and Governor the so-called "family doctors" in order to en­ coverage for all Americans, say for every­ Carey, our health care system is far ad­ sure that early care is provided. thing over $25,000. vanced when it comes to controlling costs, Third, just as we must reform the financ­ Don't ask people to insure for millions of and that's not always popular. We have ing of the system, we must also reform the dollars in cost. Who can say what would hap­ DRG's. We have uniform rates. The hospitals delivery part of the system. Research holds pen to Dr. David Axelrod lying there for a are struggling. They would prefer "cost the best hopes for curing some of the worst year, maybe for another ten? Only God plus." "Let us spend all the money we want illnesses that haunt us today. Of course we knows and He's not telling us. and then give us the 15 or 17 percent that we must continue research. We must do more Have government take care of the cata­ need as profit." That's easier but it's too ex­ than we 're doing. We must invest more. We strophic. Private insurance would include ev­ pensive. And so we put caps on the costs be­ must enhance the work and we should con­ eryone else who was employed and not elder­ cause we had to. We do it through certifi­ tinue to push all of our frontiers of technical ly, and a wallet-sized health benefit card cates of need that protect against unneces­ knowledge. You can't stop. At the same would be given to all Americans to guaran­ sary duplication of costs or services or facili­ time, however, we must be careful that the tee their access to the system. ties. And in New York we're cutting costs technologies we develop are not misused or Now, another point. Clearly those who through a computerized clearinghouse that employed excessively. want coverage above and beyond this basic will save as much as $200 million a year in Fourth, we need to reform the way insur­ package would be free to purchase additional the hospital sector alone just by simplifying ance works. It's a tedious subject but you insurance. We are always going to be a very electronically the avalanche of complicated need to understand this. Escalating health rich nation no matter how badly the politi­ paperwork that has descended on the system. care costs are encouraging private insurers cians foul it up. We have been so blessed that So we are proud of what we've done. But to avoid insuring people who are sick or are we will always have many rich people, and even if all states did what New York is likely to get sick. They "cherry pick." They that's good. That's a sign of our strength, doing, stress alone would not tame the pick the people who are least likely to cost not a sign of our weakness. And people who health care monster. We must have a na­ them anything-the healthy, the youngest, are sufficiently wealthy might feel that they tional plan. It is inevitable. It's no longer a the strongest. Leave the others out. Stay can afford something better than the public question of choice. We must have it. away from those communities where there package. Fine, let them purchase it. It will I believe such a plan should be built on are a lot of poor people who get poor people's always be available. You can hire any doctor four main pillars. Let me give them to you diseases. That has to change. We must see to you want, create any institution they want. briefly and simply, but I hope not simplis­ it that private insurers manage risk, instead That happens in Canada. It happens all over tically. of seeking to avoid it. the world and it will continue to happen One: Cost control. There must be a national In New York, we're negotiating legislation here. built-in system to control costs, that should that will prohibit private insurers from dis­ As we reform our national health care sys­ apply to all services and all payers. Some of criminating against people because of their tem, we must make a special effort to deal the things we've done in New York-like cer­ age, their sex, their health status or their with the link that has, for too long, been left tificates of need, like uniform rates-should occupation. And we're seeking to require in- out. We must talk about this. Listen closely be universally applied. ·surance companies to price their policies on to the public debate in the Presidential race Two: Coverage. All Americans must be a community-wide basis rather than dividing and everywhere else. Listen to all the health guaranteed a basic package of health care up the population into risk groups. These care plans, all those who have emerged al­ benefits with a heavy emphasis on primary two policies-short time, emerged as a wonderful tradi­ with those of other nations. Fourth, Con­ one understands the miracle of birth better tion for the central New Jersey area, attracting gress and the President could try to evade than those of us who were born to those peo­ its requirements-through basing budgets on ple. Those who were called too uneducated, people from the shore area, and other parts of unrealistic scenarios, putting spending "off­ too uncouth, too undeveloped to contribute our State. It provides a day of fun and excite­ budget", and using mandates or regulations to this nation's power and glory. We, the ment, as well as an opportunity for those who to shift the cost of programs, for example, children and the grandchildren of the immi­ attend to learn about the long, rich, and proud requiring states or private businesses to pay grants who gave life to America, must now tradition of the African-American community. for more health care coverage. Finally, the lead this nation in developing its vast un­ It is no secret that there currently exists a versions considered by the House did not dis­ tapped potential, in continuing to struggle climate of racial tension. in this country, which tinguish between spending for general oper­ to improve, to usher in a new birth of free­ tragically extends into virtually every American ating expenses and spending for capital in­ dom and justice. community. Thus, it is especially important vestments (such as investments in research, A physician and poet put all of this in education, and infrastructure); many econo­ words more eloquent than· any I have. His now that we give our full support to those pro­ mists believe that borrowing for long-term name is familiar to you, I'm sure. William grams and events-such as this weekend's investments to increase economic growth Carlos Williams. He was a family doctor. He festival that present the true face of African­ can make sense and should not be subject to practiced in a small New Jersey community American culture, which is full of love, respect balanced budget requirements. 15254 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 Reasons For Supporting: Yet in the end I prohibited Congress from approving an un­ Capo remained in Cuba, making furniture voted for a balanced budget amendment, for balanced budget unless the President re­ until1966, when he decided to leave following several reasons. quests one by issuing a Presidential Declara­ the imprisonment of one of his sons. First, Congress has tried just about every­ tion of National Urgency, and barred Con­ To escape, Capo designed an elaborate ruse thing to reduce the deficits, and none of it gress from approving a budget with higher worthy of a spy thriller. has worked. The steps have included Gramm­ spending than proposed by the President. He obtained authorization to lift ElDorado Rudman targets and across-the-board cuts; This version, I felt, better balanced the need from the water with the cover story that he program freezes; pay-as-you-go requirements for spending restraint with the need for flexi­ wanted to become a fisherman for the gov­ for new spending; budget summits producing bility to act in an emergency. ernment. packages of spending cuts and tax increases; Conclusion: So I conclude that for all the After salvaging the boat, he and friends re­ and economic packages to grow out of the flaws and risks in the balanced budget paired it, adding a large gas tank to enable deficits. Yet the deficits continue to in­ amendment, our past record and the future the boat to reach Florida. Government in­ crease. Moreover, the projections are that burdens we are placing on our children make spectors failed to discover the tank because they will remain high and may even get a case for the adoption of an amendment. It higher. it was concealed under the helm. is not a panacea for our nation's fiscal ills. Capo did go fishing in the boat, but only Second, I see no evidence that there is any­ Even if one is eventually approved, painful thing else on the horizon that will work to for a month. One day he and two sons sailed decisions to cut specific programs or in­ from Cuba's southern coast to Cozumel, are­ rein in the deficits. It is often said that all crease taxes, or both, will still have to be we need is strong presidential leadership and sort island off Mexico's Yucatan Peninsula. made. A carefully drawn balanced budget There, Capo helped a group of American political wlll in Congress to make the tough amendment is a gamble, but a gamble worth tourists carry their luggage. They tipped choices. Yet no President since Carter has taking. submitted a balanced budget; indeed, Presi­ him $1 in quarters. That was all the money dent Bush's last budget called for a $399 bil­ he had when he and his sons crossed the Mex­ lion deficit. And for its part, Congress TRIBUTE TO MANUEL CAPO ico border into the United States. changes the procedures or waives the rules Capo's first job in Miami was as a $60-a­ when a real squeeze comes. Deficit spending week helper to a delivery truck driver. With­ has become an intractable institutional HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN in two months, a friend lent him $600 to open problem, deeply embedded in our system of OF FLORIDA his first furniture store at 1214 SW Eighth government. A fundamental change is need­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES St. The store's sales barely reached $500 a ed. week, mostly from furniture he and his sons Third, the large deficits are no longer just Wednesday, June 17,1992 made during the night. a matter of fiscal policy but increasingly a Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I am Profits from that operation and a $10,000 factor in our nation's security, and thus are pleased to call my colleagues' attention to the loan from the Small Business Administra­ a legitimate area for constitutional amend­ outstanding success of Manuel Capo a re­ tion launched Capo on the road to success. ment. They drain our national savings and markable example of the American dream. There are now six El Dorado stores and two lead to stagnant productivity growth. They Manuel Capo was born in 1925 in Pinar Del · warehouses in South Florida. make it difficult if not impossible for policy­ "At the beginning, we used sign language makers to respond to new pressing needs or Rio, Cuba. He left school after third grade, and began work in his father's furniture-mak­ to sell to American customers who wandered to make important long-term investments in into our stores," Capo said. "Now we go to the future. ing shop. When Fidel Castro siezed power, the world's biggest furniture trade shows and Fourth, the balanced budget amendment the government seized the furniture shop. the most successful salesmen from the best puts the moral force of the Constitution be­ Manuel Capo continued working as a fur­ furniture 'lines try to learn Spanish to com­ hind fiscal restraint. It is not an ironclad niture-maker in Cuba until one of his sons was municate with us." guarantee and allows for exceptions, but it should force Congress and the President to arrested by the government. He then devel­ Mr. Speaker, I commend Manuel Capo for set priorities and make choices, and will oped a plan to escape to the United States by his hard work and perseverance, and I con­ heighten public scrutiny of budgetary behav­ salvaging a fishing boat and becoming a fish­ gratulate him on his remarkable success. ior. erman. Fifth, balanced budget amendments have Soon after he moved to Miami, Manuel worked reasonably well for the states. Com­ Capo opened a small furniture store, financed parison with the states should not be pressed with a $600 loan from a friend. The store sold MANUEL AND BEATRICE RAPOSA too hard, since only the national government mostly the furniture that Manual and his six has responsibilities for the overall perform­ CELEBRATE 50TH WEDDING AN­ ance of the nation's economy and its secu­ sons, Manolito, Luis, Carlos, Pedro, Jesus, NIVERSARY rity-a major reason why no other industri­ and Roberto, made during the night. With hard work and help from the Small Business Ad­ alized country requires a balanced national HON.RONALDK.MAC~ budget. But generally it appears that, al­ ministration, he was able to build his business though the states can play games to evade up, and he now has six stores and two ware­ OF RHODE ISLAND balanced budget requirements, they cannot houses. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES do so over several years. The provisions The Miami Herald published an article about Wednesday, June 17, 1992 eventually bite and force them to make the this remarkable success story, which I would tough decisions. In addition, the experience like to include in the record: Mr. MACHTLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today of the states is that the balanced budget re­ STORE CHAIN NAMED AFTER ESCAPE BOAT to extend my best wishes to Manuel and Bea­ quirements have not led to endless disputes trice Raposa on the 50th anniversary of their in the courts or to the courts taking over fis­ (By Alfonso Chardy) wedding day. Mr. and Mrs. Raposa were mar­ cal policy. To escape Cuba, Manuel Capo salvaged a Different Versions: Five different versions sunken fishing boat, repaired it and used it ried on June 27, 1942, and will be celebrating of the amendment were considered by the to flee in 1966. The name of the boat was El their anniversary at a surprise party hosted by House, and each had its pluses and minuses. Dorado. their daughter, Theresa. My main concern about the version getting Today, the 67-year-old Capo is a million­ Manuel, a retired machinist, and Beatrice, a the most votes was its "supermajority" pro­ aire, the owner and chairman of the board of retired stitcher, worked together as employees vision-requiring a three-fifths vote of the successful furniture stores in Dade, Broward of Smith Manufacturing in Bristol. Today, total membership of the House and Senate to and Palm Beach counties. The name of the Manuel selflessly volunteers his time as a fire­ approve an unbalanced budget. I felt this re­ store chain is El Dorado. quirement would reduce the flexibility of "I couldn't pass up the opportunity to man, also in Bristol, the town where he has Congress to respond to national emergencies, honor the boat that brought me to freedom," been proud to raise his family. He and Bea­ such as a recession, and would enshrine in said Capo. trice, originally from Fall River, have a daugh­ the Constitution the principle of minority Born in Pinar del Rio-, Cuba, in 1925, Capo ter, Theresa, and a son, Robert, who is de­ rule. Under this proposal, 40% of the Mem­ left school after the third grade. He went to ceased. They are also fortunate enough to bers plus one in either the House or Senate work with his father, who operated a small have two granddaughters, Theresa and furniture-making· shop. could stop the entire government, and that Cheryl. could make legislative gridlock, already a Shortly after taking· power, the Fidel Cas­ problem in Congress, more likely. tro government confiscated Capo's business I wish the Raposa's all the best on their I voted for another version, which did not along with virtually all other private enter­ special day and hope they have many more contain supermajority provisions but instead prises in the country. healthy and happy years together. June 17, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 15255 BILL TO FACILITATE THE EM- their selfless dedication to supporting the Drug lashed out with outrage over the jury's deci­ PLOYMENT OF SEPARATED Abuse Resistance Education [DARE] Program. sion. But many others-people of all races­ The Heartbeat Racing T earn was founded were photographed in the act of looting, MEMBERS OF THE· ARMED hauling merchandise away calmly and cyni­ FORCES BY LAW ENFORCEMENT by Marcia Campbell after her daughter Crystal cally, sometimes light-heartedly. AGENCIES went through the DARE Program in 1990. Society, in other words, has an amoral sub­ They were so pleased with the programs re­ group that exists without principles or integ­ HON. C. THOMAS McMILLEN sults that they organized the racing team rity. Members of the subgroup lie in wait for OF MARYLAND which helps to promote the DARE Program an outbreak of enthusiasm, or outrage, or IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and to raise funds to assist with expenses. frustration and exploit it to justify arson, In coordination with Tennessee's Drug robbery and assault. That's what happened Wednesday, June 17, 1992 Abuse Resistance Education Week, the Heart­ in Los Angeles when understandable anger Mr. McMILLEN of Maryland. Mr. Speaker, I caused some other people to take to the beat Racing Team will be racing the DARE streets. That's what happened in Chicago, as rise today to introduce legislation which will car on June 27 at the Nashville Motor Race­ serve a number of purposes. I was enthusias­ well, during an occasion that should have way. This event will be dedicated to DARE been fun. Criminals rioted. Anarchy broke tic about inclusion in H.R. 5006, the Defense and will commend the community leaders and out. Businesses were destroyed. "Celebra­ Authorization Act, of provisions to encourage participants who have worked to make it such tion" is the wrong word. our military men and women to enter into job a beneficial program. training programs and of provisions in the bill DARE, which works with sixth graders which will encourage separated military per­ across the Nation, also deserves to be com­ EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT ADOPTS sonnel to become teachers. Mr. Speaker, mended for its devotion to our Nation's youth. RESOLUTION ON PERSECUTION along these lines, my proposal will bring our The program emphasizes the importance of OF BAHA'IS AND HUMAN RIGHTS qualified former soldiers to continue their serv­ "just saying no" to drugs and teaches them VIOLATIONS BY IRAN ice to our country in an area which, as recent the skills necessary to avoid the pitfalls of events attest, requires immediate address. drug addiction. It has proven to be an effective HON. TOM LANTOS That area is crime control. tool for preventing the use of drugs in our OF CALIFORNIA The bill I have introduced today will provide communities, and its efforts deserve our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a vehicle by which municipalities can hire for wholehearted support and encouragement. Wednesday, June 17, 1992 2 years, at no cost, some of the best trained Through the efforts of the DARE program law enforcement personnel in the business. and concerned and committed people like Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, on June 11, the My bill would use Department of Defense Marcia Campbell and the Heartbeat Racing European Parliament of the European Com­ funds to pay municipalities to hire, train, and Team, another small skirmish in the war on munity adopted a strong resolution on the per­ employ as law enforcement officers, military drugs .has been waged and won. secution of Baha'is and other human rights police officers and law enforcement specialists Mr. Speaker, I invite you and the rest of our violations in Iran. We here in the U.S. Con­ who are slated for separation within the next colleagues to join me in commending the ef­ gress have long called attention to the vicious 2 years. forts of the Heartbeat Racing Team and the Iranian abuse and suppression of the Baha'i This proposal will provide a tangible career DARE Program in their personal commitment religious group in Iran and called for strong service to many of our Nation's finest soldiers. to fight the spread of drugs in their community. action against Iran for these egregious human This has long been a stated goal and promise rights abuses. I welcome the adoption of this made to recruits. This initiative will be of little excellent resolution by our colleagues in the cost to the Federal Government because a AMERICA'S AMORAL SUBGROUP European Parliament. large percentage of the funds which are to go It is noteworthy, Mr. Speaker, that the reso­ to municipalities have already been appor­ HON. DOUG BEREUfER lution adopted by the European Parliament tioned to pay the soldiers as Department of OF NEBRASKA asks the Commission of the European Com­ Defense personnel. That is to say, the Depart­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES munities "in its commercial negotiations with ment of Defense will not have to pay the sol­ Wednesday, June 17, 1992 Iran, to include in any agreement reached a dier for his/her last 2 years of service. Instead, very strong clause requiring respect for human this money will go to municipalities to pay the Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, I commend rights with an option to suspend any such former soldier as a police officer. to my colleagues the following editorial which agreement in the event of violation." This pro­ Mr. Speaker, this bill targets cities which will appeared in the Omaha World-Herald on June vision has particular significance because the hire the former soldiers permanently and only 16, 1992: Parliament must approve any foreign treaty municipalities designated as high crime or AMERICA'S AMORAL SUBGROUP negotiated by the Commission prior to its sub­ underpoliced would qualify. The bill also pro­ It wasn't a celebration that happened in mission to the Council of Ministers for final ap­ hibits cities from firing police officers in order Chicago after the hometown Bulls won the proval. to hire a former soldier under this program. National Basketball Association champion­ Mr. Speaker, I commend our colleagues in If we want to rebuild our devastated urban ship. Not in any normal sense of the term. the European Parliament for this excellent res­ communities, we've got to provide jobs. Busi­ The rioting that occurred in the Windy City was just another demonstration of the horror olution, for its well-founded and thoughtful nesses won't invest where the risks of theft concern with the violation of the human and and vandalism are high. This bill will empower of urban violence. People poured into the streets, setting fire religious rights of citizens of Iran. It is gratify­ high crime municipalities in their battles to buildings, vandalizing city buses and ing to me-as the chairman of the U.S. con­ against lawlessness with personnel already throwing rocks at police officers and fire gressional delegation which meets twice each endowed with law enforcement skills. Almost fighters. The rioters smashed the windows of year with our counterparts of the European everyone is a winner in this bill: Honest citi­ shops and made off with food, liquor, carpets Parliament-to find our two great legislative zens and businesses in high crime areas, fu­ and furniture. A thousand people were ar­ bodies working together in the defense of rested. ture veterans, and municipalities. There's only human rights and religious toleration. one clear loser: the criminal. Michael Jordan, the superstar who led the Bulls to victory, urged the public to enjoy Mr. Speaker, I insert the text of this resolu­ the championship without tearing up their tion of the European Parliament in the THE HEARTBEAT RACING TEAM city. A police official came closer to explain­ RECORD, and I urge my colleagues in the Con­ ing the violence when he suggested that a gress to read this important document: number of rioters were merely thugs who HON. BOB CLEMENT RESOLUTION OF THE EUROPEAN PARLIAMENT had seized on an excuse to riot. ON THE PERSECUTION OF BAHA'IS AND OTHER OF TENNESSEE That is often the case. In Los Angeles, the HUMAN RIGHTS VIOLATIONS IN IRAN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES excuse was the verdicts in the trial of the po­ (Adopted June 11, 1992) Wednesday, June 17, 1992 lice officers who beat Rodney King, a black man. The European Parliament: Mr. CLEMENT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Certainly some of the rioters who were Recalling its concern for human rights for recognize the Heartbeat Racing Team and intel'Viewed in Los Angeles appeared to have all mankind and for religious toleration, 15256 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 Having regard to the continuing persecu­ "HABA did not go out looking for a woman THE LIMITED EQUITY COOPERA­ tion of the Baha'i community solely on the as window dressing," she said. "I feel I can TIVE HOUSING ACT OF 1992 grounds of their religious beliefs in Iran, make a difference with HABA. I won' t just Drawing attention to the execution of Mr. join a group to gain leverage." Bahman Samandari, a member of the Baha'i HON. TED WEISS LIKES TO GET INVOLVED faith, in Evin Prison in Teheran on 18 March OF NEW YORK and fearing that this may mark a return to Otazo, who was born in Havana and moved IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the brutal persecution of the Baha'is, which with her family to New York in 1960, has a disgraced the first decade of the Islamic Re­ history of involvement with organizations. Wednesday, June 17, 1992 public, In 1979, she was a founding member of the Mr. WEISS. Mr. Speaker, today I am intro­ Noting that the Iranian government has Coalition of Hispanic American Women, a ducing a measure to rectify a misinterpretation publicly and repeatedly maintained that the Miami-based group that aids female Hispanic of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 that has Baha'i community is not being persecuted in business owners. cost low- and middle-income cooperative Iran, yet this brutal act demonstrates that "It was her staunch defense of Hispanic the Baha'is continue to suffer at the hands of women's rights and enterprises and her housing residents millions of dollars. the Iranian authorities, knowledge in the business field that at­ For the past several years, the Internal Rev­ (1) Deplores the arbitrary execution of a tracted us to her." said Roberto Cerver-a­ enue Service has treated cooperative housing member of the Baha'i faith; Rojas, executive director of the 200-member associations under the same rules which it ap­ (2) Condemns religious and ethnic persecu­ builders association. plies to country clubs, golf courses, and other tion, the use of torture, the application of the death penalty, imprisonment without "I would say her qualifications, not her "membership organizations." This despite the charge and secret trials, all of which abuses being a woman, made her attractive to us." fact that the Internal Revenue Code specifi­ are widespread in Iran; he said. "Although we were pleased to have cally addresses housing cooperatives-at con­ (3) Deplores the action of the Iranian au­ a woman." siderable length-in another subsection. thorities which permitted the arbitrary exe­ Otazo is president and managing partner of Cooperatively owned buildings frequently cution of Mr. Samandari to take place in MCO Environmental, an asbestos-removal house retail or commercial space used to pro­ company in Miami that her husband, Julio, contravention of all accepted standards of vide parking, laundry, grocery or other serv­ justice and human rights; founded as a construction company in 1975. (4) Sincerely hopes that this execution The firm went into asbestos removal in 1988, ices to building residents. In many instances, does not signal the resumption of the execu­ because "we kept running into a lot of asbes­ this space exists to meet community de­ tion of Baha'is in Iran for their religious be­ tos problems," Otazo said. mands, to reduce the subsidies necessary to liefs; "You've got to remember that years ago, maintain affordability for moderate and low in­ (5) Calls on the Community to support the asbestos was considered a miracle fiber. It come tenants, or to provide room for busi­ Baha'i struggle for the right to practice was cheap and terrific insulation," she said. nesses that would otherwise have been dis­ their religious beliefs without fear of perse­ "Now, it's been proven a cancer-causing placed by construction of the building. In addi­ cution or execution; agent." (6) Calls on the Iranian Government to en­ tion, cooperatives wishing to participate in sure that such acts will cease immediately With more than 60 employees, MCO felt the middle-income housing programs in the State and that full human rights are granted to pinch during the recession. "We had to rely of New York are required to maintain reserve the Iranian Baha'i community; on public work, and that wasn't good be­ cause you'd go to make a bid, and 17 dif­ funds in interest-bearing accounts. · (7) Asks the Commission, in its commer­ Current IRS enforcement practices require cial negotiations with Iran, to include in any ferent contractors would be there," Otazo agreement reached a very strong clause re­ said. "Everyone was driving down the that rental and interest income from these quiring respect for human rights with an op­ prices." sources be treated separately from tenant tion to suspend any such agreement in the MCO ventured into other markets and even dues. In other words, the costs of providing di­ event of violation; expanded. It began removing lead-based rect member services cannot be used to offset (8) Instructs its President to forward this paints, got involved with random mitigation revenues generated by these secondary, ten­ resolution to the Council, the Foreign Min­ and, Otazo said, will soon expand into re­ ant-related sources, even where they exist pri­ isters meeting in EPC, the Commission, the moval of underground tanks. Governments of the Twelve and of Iran and marily or exclusively for use by co-op resi­ Otazo studied Spanish and literature at dents. the Secretary-General of the United Nations. Adelphi University in New York and at­ tended the State University of New York at This artificial and inappropriate barrier has Stonybrooke, where she received her mas­ been erected under the rubric of section 277 "COOKIE" OTAZO BREAKS NEW ter's degree in 1974. of the Internal Revenue Code, which governs GROUND FOR HISPANIC AMER­ The following year, she moved to Miami "Membership Organizations" that provide ICAN BUILDERS ASSOCIATION and became a substitute teacher for Dade goods and services. Cooperative housing de­ County Public Schools. "I wanted to stay, velopments in New York are organized under HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN but my family moved to Miami, so I went the State's private housing finance law as OF FLORIDA with them," she said. stock corporations-owners are considered IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES A MOVE INTO BUSINESS shareholders, not members. Moreover, where Wednesday, June 17, 1992 Otazo also taught at Archbishop Curley Congress has intended provisions of the Inter­ High School and West Lab, both in Miami. In nal Revenue Code to encompass the furnish­ Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I am 1977, she joined Miami-Dade Community Col­ ing of real property-as distinct from goods pleased to recognize Ms. Cruz "Cookie" lege, where she taught humanities for two and services-it customarily makes such in­ Otazo, who was featured in the Miami Herald, years before accepting a faculty position as a tent clear by express use of the term "facili­ for being elected the first woman on the His­ grant writer at Florida International Univer­ ties." panic American Builders Association board of sity. That experience was invaluable, she H.R. 4210, the Democratic tax initiative directors. The article, "Builders Association said. passed by both Houses of Congress in March Chooses Director," by Charles Rabin, tells "I really had had enough of teaching, and provided specific remedy for erroneous appli­ how she broke new ground in this industry I learned about public funds," she said. "I cation of the Tax Code, by allowing any so­ which traditionally has been dominated by think back every daY. now to FlU, how it called nonpatronage earnings directly attrib­ men: taught and helped me." utable to tenant/shareholder services to be Cruz "Cookie" Otazo broke new ground In 19.81, the mother of 5-year-old twins when she was elected a director of the His­ opened her own business, Children's Develop­ treated on equal footing with income derived panic American Builders Association. ment Center on Flagler Street. She remained directly from tenant/shareholders. For well The org·anization, which serves as an advo­ with the day-care center until joining her .known and wholly separate reasons, that leg­ cacy group for Hispanic contractors in the husband at MCO nine years later. islation was vetoed by President Bush. public sector, has had few women members I am happy to pay tribute to Ms. Otazo and The bill I am introducing today will end the during its four-year existence, and never be­ the Hispanic American Builders Association by costly and unfair misinterpretation of the Tax fore had a woman on its 21-member board of reprinting this article. She has overcome many Code, extending the remedy to cooperative directors. But Otazo is deliberate when she explains obstacles to achieve her goal, and is an inspi­ housing associations on retroactive basis. It is that her appointment is in no way a token ration to those who are still climbing the ladder a simple provision, and one which will make posting. to their dream. life easier for the thousands of people in New June 17, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 15257 York, and around the country, who live in Act shall apply to taxable years beginning poses. Major consumers of natural gas will, housing cooperatives. after the date of the enactment of this Act. in all likelihood, protect themselves to the H.R.- (b) ELECTION To HAVE AMENDMENTS APPLY extent possible by altering their purchasing Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep­ RETROACTIVITY.-Any corporation may elect patterns. In short, demand for Texas natural to have the amendments made by this Act gas will decrease. resentatives of the United States~! America in Congress assembled, apply to any taxable year, whether begin­ The second and perhaps less likely result is ning before, on, or after the date of the en­ that the price of natural gas in Texas will in­ SECTION 1. SECTION 277 NOT TO APPLY TO CO­ OPERATIVE HOUSING CORPORA­ actment of this Act, to which such amend­ crease. This result is less likely because sup-­ TIONS. ments do not otherwise apply if the corpora­ ply sources outside Texas are accessible and Section 277(b) of the Internal Revenue Code tion was a cooperative housing corporation are generally market priced. of 1986 (relating to exceptions) is amended by during such taxable year. During 1990, 44% of all electricity gen­ striking "or" at the end of paragraph (3), by (C) NO INFERENCE.-Nothing in the provi­ erated in the State of Texas by electric utili­ striking the period at the end of paragraph sions of this Act shall be construed as a ties was generated using natural gas as fuel. (4) and inserting a comma and "or", and by change in the treatment of income derived The percentage increases significantly if co­ adding at the end thereof the following new by an cooperative housing corporation or generation sources are included. Artificially paragraph: any corporation operating on a cooperative increased prices for natural gas are not de­ "(5) which for the taxable year is a cooper­ basis under section 1381 of the Internal Reve­ sirable from my viewpoint on the PUC be­ ative housing corporation described in sec­ nue Code of 1986, and the treatment of such cause the price of electricity in Texas would tion 216(b)(l) (determined without regard to income for any year to which the amend­ increase artificially as well. Such an impact section 143(k)(9)(E))." ments made by this Act does not apply shall on Texas natural gas and electricity consum­ SEC. 2. APPLICATION OF RULES RELATING TO be made as if this Act had not been enacted. ers appears unjustifiable to me. The entire TAX TREAMENT OF COOPERATIVES economic environment of Texas would suffer TO COOPERATIVE HOUSING COR­ and suffer unnecessarily. PORATIONS. JUST A LITTLE MORE TRUTH I have no quarrel with prices for natural (a) NONPATRONAGE EARNINGS OF COOPERA­ ABOUT PRORATIONING gas which increase because natural gas mar­ TIVE HOUSING CORPORATIONS MAY NOT BE kets work. Increased demand, for example, OFFSET BY PATRONAGE LOSSES.-Section usually yields increased prices. Therefore, I 1388(j) of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is HON. JAMES H. SCHEUER believe the best way to improve the gas in­ amended by redesignating paragraph (4) as OF NEW YORK dustry and the Texas economy is to promote paragraph (5) and by inserting after para­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a healthy demand for gas. graph (3) the following new paragraph: It may be that the existing statutory "(4) PATRONAGE LOSSES MAY NOT OFFSET Wednesday, June 17, 1992 scheme, developed long before deregulated NONPATRONAGE EARNINGS.-In no event shall Mr. SCHEUER. Mr. Speaker, for several natural gas markets became viable, no any patronage losses of an organization de- ­ days now I have discussed natural gas longer provides an entirely workable struc­ scribed in section 277(b)(5) be used to offset ture for protecting rights within reservoirs earnings which are not patronage earnings." prorationing. I am worried that State without interfering with market functions. (b) PATRONAGE EARNINGS AND LoSSES OF prorationing rules are being used, not to pro­ If that is the case, the PUC would, of course, COOPERATIVE HOUSING CORPORATIONS.-Sec­ tect the integrity of the gas industry, but to re­ consider supporting legislation to remedy tion 1388(j)(5) of such Code (as redesignated strict prices and raise prices. I am not the only the problem and working alongside the Rail­ by subsection (a)) is amended to read as fol­ one who has concerns. Marta Greytok, a road Commission to achieve a more work­ lows: member of the Public Utility Commission of able statutory scheme. "(5) PATRONAGE EARNINGS OR LOSSES DE­ Texas, recently wrote Texas Railroad Com­ Thank you for your attention to my con­ FINED.-For purposes of this subsection- mission Chairwoman Lena Guerrero express­ cerns. If I may be of assistance, I stand ready "(A) IN GENERAL.-The terms 'patronage to respond at your request. earnings' and 'patronage losses' mean earn­ ing her reservations with the Texas ings and losses, respectively, which are de­ prorationing regulations. I have included a Even Texans have concerns about rived from business done with or for patrons copy of her letter which I think my colleagues prorationing. When the House passed the of the organization. will find enlightening: Markey-Scheuer amendment, it did the right "(B) SPECIAL RULES FOR COOPERATIVE HOUS­ thing. ING CORPORATION.-ln the case of a coopera­ DEAR CHAffiWOMAN GUERRERO: I am aware tive housing corporation, the following earn­ that the Railroad Commission of Texas is ings shall be treated as patronage earnings: considering several proposals for amending its current prorationing rules. Prorationing CONGRESSMAN KILDEE SALUTES "(1) Interest on reasonable reserves estab­ REV. MARVIN C. PRYOR lished in connection with the corporation, is a complex area of regulation which can including reserves required by a govern­ and should protect correlative rights while mental agency or lender. at the same time facilitate the functioning HON. DALE E. KILDEE "(ii) Income from laundry and parking fa­ of healthy natural gas. OF MICHIGAN At the Public Utility Commission (PUC) cilities to the extent attributable to use of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the facilities by tenant-stockholders and proposed rules often attract the attention their guests. and comments of many. I feel that these Wednesday, June 17, 1992 "(iii) In the case of a limited equity coop-­ comments improve one's understanding of the issues, but the final choice of an appro­ Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you erative housing corporation, rental income today to pay tribute to a great educator, from other than tenant-stockholders to the priate rule is the Commission's to make. extent attributable to any housing project Likewise, I recognize that the final choice in Marvin C. Pryor. For _the past 30 years, Rev­ operated by the corporation. prorationing regulation is and should be up erend Pryor has devoted himself to developing "(C) DEFINITIONS.-For purposes of sub­ to you and the other Commissioners. How­ the minds of Flint's-youth. On June 20, 1992, paragraph (B)- ever, because the PUC oversees electric rates Marvin Pryor will be honored by his peers for "(i) COOPERATIVE HOUSING CORPORATION.­ and service in Texas, your actions in this his outstanding contributions to the field of The term 'cooperative housing corporation' area could impact decisions that this Com­ education. has the meaning given such term by section mission will face in the future. Therefore, I Principal Pryor is a strong believer in the fa­ 216(b)(1) (without regard to section feel that it is important to voice my con­ 143(k)(9)(E)). cerns now. mous United Negro College Fund axiom, "The " (ii) LIMITED EQUITY COOPERATIVE HOUSING Proration regulations should function only Mind Is A Terrible Thing To Waste". Reverend CORPORATION.- The term 'limited equity co­ to protect correlative rights and prevent Pryor, however, knows that a developed intel­ operative housing corporation' means a co­ waste. Proration regulations should not lect is useless if it is guided by an undevel­ operative housing corporation with respect impermissibly interfere with the functioning oped spirit. For that reason, Rev. Marvin Pryor to which the requirements of clause (i) of of markets for natural gas. If prorationing has nurtured the souls of the people of Flint section 143(k)(9)(D) are met at all times dur­ regulations artificially restrict natural gas and Saginaw for over a decade. For the past ing the taxable year. supply, I believe two negative results may 8 years he has served as the pastor of Wil­ "(iii) TENANT-STOCKHOLDER.-The term occur. The first, and most likely, result is 'tena nt-stockholder' has the m eaning· g·iven that demand for natural g·as will be satisfied liams Memorial Church of God in Christ. in such term by section 216(b)(2)." by sources outside Texas. Thus, Texas pro­ Saginaw. SEC. 3. EFFECTIVE DATE. ducers of natural gas may lose with artificial Marvin C. Pryor began his career in edu­ (a) IN GENERAL.- Except as provided in market constraints, Texas gas assumes a dif­ cation in .1962 as a teacher at McKinley Junior subsection (b), the amendments made by this ferent risk profile as a fuel for planning pur- High School in Flint, MI. Marvin left the edu- 15258 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 cation field in 1964 to take a position as a and enrolled in the police academy. Upon sue­ rightness contrasts sharply with the blatant lies sales representative for the Jackson National cessful completion of her training, Ms. Russell of the Soviet and Vietnamese communities. Life Insurance Co. In he was hired as served in a variety of assignments which in­ 1965, Mr. Speaker, we cannot waste time with re­ a counselor and teacher at Flint Northwestern eluded juvenile division, harbor jail, harbor High School. Because of his outstanding work desk, and youth services officer at the north­ criminations or debate whether to condition with the students, Marvin Pryor was promoted east division. Returning to the academy in Oc­ assistance to Russia on the POW situation. If in 1968, to the position of assistant principal of tober of 1973 for field training, Patty scored President Yeltsin had not taken it upon himself Holmes Junior High School. In 1973, Marvin the first of what was to be a number of firsts to raise this issue, we would never have Pryor was promoted to principal of Holmes throughout her career. On March 15, 1974, known the truth. We must accept President Junior High and in 1976 he was assigned to Police Officer Patricia Ann Russell (nee Berry) Yeltsin's offer to help, and get to the bottom his current position, principal of Northern Sen- graduated as the first field-certified female offi­ of this situation. I commend President Bush ior High School. cer in the department's new unisex program for sending Ambassador Toon to investigate Marvin Pryor is an alumnus of both Michi- assigned to Rampart patrol division. Patty's these reports. The important point that we gan State University, earning a bachelor of next assignment to harbor division marked an­ must convey is, that the highest priority should arts degree in political science and history in other first for her career, as she was chosen be to find these Americans, and bring them 1962, and the University of Michigan, earning the department's first female assistant range a master of arts degree in guidance and coun- master. home. seling in 1968. He has also taken courses to- In 1976, Patty transferred to south traffic di­ ward a doctoral degree in education leader- vision and became the first woman police offi­ ship and administration. He is a member of cer assigned to traffic accident investigation several professional organizations including duties in south bureau. The traffic division SAM BRENNER WORKS FOR the executive board of the Michigan Associa- proved to be Ms. Russell's forte. While in WORLD PEACE tion of Secondary School Principals, Michigan south bureau, Patty received numerous com­ State University Alumni Board for Genesee mendations from her supervisors and the pub­ County, Flint Board of Education Negotiation lie for her dedicated and outstanding work. Not HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN Team, and currently chairs the North Central one to rest upon her laurels, Patty, in 1981, OF FLORIDA Association of Schools Evaluation T earn. enrolled in and completed the department's Reverend Pryor's Christian affiliations in- newly developed drug recognition expert IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES elude the Ordination Board of Southwest [ORE] school becoming the first female officer Wednesday, June 17, 1992 Michigan Jurisdiction No. 3, and Victorious Be- to do so. This program, which has been lievers Ministries, which he founded. He is di- adopted by 21 States, teaches officers to iden­ Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I am rector of Christian Education for the Inter- tify drug-impaired drivers. pleased to commend the poetry and the work national Sunday School of the Church of God In March of 1987, in recognition of her dili­ of Mr. Sam Brenner, president of the World ln Christ, Inc., and district chairman of the In- gent efforts in the traffic arena, Patty was pro­ Federalist Association of Greater Miami. For spirational District. moted to the position of training officer, once many years, Sam Brenner has worked within Marvin Pryor was the first recipient of the again achieving a first. the World Federalist Association, as a rep­ United Teachers of Flint Administrator of the Throughout her 13 years in the traffic divi­ Year Award in 1988. He was named "Father sion, Patty has had many opportunities to resentative of his association and the town of of the Year'' in 1990 by Councilman Woodrow . leave the field. Finally in March 1989, she re­ Surfside, at the United Nations, and through Stanley. Marvin Pryor and his wife Ruth have ceived an offer you couldn't refuse. Patty Ann his poetry and writing, for a more peaceful four children Derrick Vonda Mel and Chris- was selected to be the assistant training coor­ world without the need, or the tools for war. topher. ' ' ' · ' dinator of the department's drug recognition The Bal Bay and Surfside News published Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that 1 rise expert unit. This new assignment required one of Sam Brenner's poems, titled "Many before you today to ask you and my fellow Patty to utilize all of the skills she learned in Muffled Moans," earlier this year, and I would Members of Congress to honor Marvin the academy and in the field. Under Patty's c. like to include it in the RECORD: Pryor. He has spent his life developing the expert guidanc~. t~e ORE kept. pace with the minds and the spirits of youth in our commu- area's ever changmg and growmg drug prob- MANY MUFFLED MOANS nity. His remarkable accomplishments will in- lems. . . , (By Sam Brenner Surfside Poet Laureate) spire educators for years to come. Mr. Speaker, Patnc1a Ann Russells record of service to our community is admirable. As I lay upon the rocks Patty typifies all that is good about the Los That jut out into the sea, A CONGRESSIONAL SALUTE TO PO- Angeles Police Department. In addition, The beauty of our world captivated me. LICE OFFICER PATRICIA ANN through her drive, determination, and enthu­ In awe_, I listened to the waves. RUSSELL siasm, Patty has paved the way for women And whether they come in a roar entering the force today. Or a thud upon the shore HON. GLENN M. ANDERSON My wife, Lee, joins me in extending this Or in sea whispers when the tide is low, congressional salute to Patricia Ann Russell. OF CALIFORNIA I hear within their tones We wish Patty and her family all the best in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The many muffled moans the years to come. Of millions who died Wednesday, June 17, 1992 In war and genocide. Mr. ANDERSON. Mr. Speaker, Saturday, BRING THEM HOME May 30, 1992, marked the retirement of one of Mr. Speaker, the agreement announced by the Los Angeles Police Department's finest of­ President Bush and President Yeltsin of the ficers, Patricia Ann Russell. On Friday, June HON. JAN MEYERS Russian Federation which proposes to elimi­ 26, 1992, the Los Angeles Police Department OF KANSAS nate two-thirds of our nuclear weapons stock­ will honor Patty Ann with a service retirement IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pile brings us closer to the type of world envi­ party. It is with great pride and pleasure that Wednesday, June 17, 1992 sioned by Sam Brenner. I commend Mr. Bren­ I rise today to pay tribute to this remarkable Mrs. MEYERS of Kansas. Mr. Speaker, ner for his efforts to establish a new era of woman who has served our community with President Yeltsin's report that the Soviet Union world peace and international cooperation, a great distinction. took American POW's from Vietnam to the world where the sea can bring us the sounds Patty Ann, a resident of San Pedro, began Gulag has shocked us all. We must imme­ of children's laughter instead of many muffled her career with the department as a clerk typ­ diately pursue this issue to establish all . the moans. ist in the records and identification division on facts concerning the fate of these men. February 14, 1965. By May 22, 1967, Patty We should thank President Yeltsin for end­ was appointed to the position of policewoman ing the concealment of this situation. His forth- June 17, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 15259 PINELLAS-PASCO STATE ATTOR- I wish Jim and April all the best in their retire­ Methodist Church in Annapolis, MD. During NEY JAMES T. RUSSELL RE- ment years ahead. these years, he has used this compassion and TIRES AFTER 30 YEARS OF [From the Tampa Tribune, Apr. 17, 1992) wisdom to help everyone who came to him in EXCELLENCE IN PUBLIC SERV- RUSSEL STAYED TRUE TO PRINCIPLES need. He helped and guided his congregation ICE When James T. Russell steps down as through many crises, both personal and pro­ Pinellas-Pasco state attorney in January, he fessional, and that alone would be more than will leave behind a three-decade legacy of in­ enough for me to feel the need to honor him. HON. C.W. BILL YOUNG tegrity, honesty and innovation in public OF FLORIDA He did more than that, however. He was a service. member of a variety of organizations, almost IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES A former state legislator and one of too numerous for me to name here, each Wednesday, June 17, 1992 Pinellas and Pasco counties' most powerful political figures, Russell announced Tuesday dedicated to improving the lives of people Mr. YOUNG of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it is he would not seek another term as the dis­ throughout Maryland. with mixed emotions that I rise today to honor trict's top prosecutor. Russell is the longest He donated his time to a wide range of Jim Russell, Florida's Pinellas-Pasco County serving state attorney in Florida, having community organizations. He had a true com­ State's attorney as he retires after 23 years in been appointed by former Gov. Claude Kirk mitment to helping people at all levels, espe­ office and 30 years of public service. in March 1969. cially those people less fortunate than himself. But it is not longevity that has made Rus­ On the one hand, I am pleased that after sell's reputation-it has been his pursuit of He was president of the board of directors of many long hours, days, and weeks devoted to excellence. "Incompetence is the highest the Community Action Agency for Anne Arun­ his job as State's attorney, Jimmy will now be form of corruption." Russell likes to tell as­ del County, as well as the commissioner of able to relax with his wife April and enjoy their sistant prosecutors. the housing authority for the city of Annapolis. richly deserved retirement years. On the other His office had a 91.5 percent conviction He was the president of the Maryland State hand, though, it is difficult for me to imagine rate for felonies in 1990, the second-highest Teacher's Association for 5 years, as well as another person serving as our State's attorney in the state. Although a small percentage of a full-time teacher in Anne Arundel County for and having to fill the great void that will be· left cases went to trial-pleas were entered in the majority-it is the prosecutor's respon­ 20 years. by Jimmy's retirement. sibility to determine which cases should be He is a member of the Oyster Harbor Citi­ Mr. Russell and I served together in the brought . to trial and which should be plea zens Association, the Eastport Historic Asso­ Florida State Legislature during the 1960's be­ bargained to save the state money and as­ ciation, and the Anne Arundel County chapter fore Gov. Claude Kirk appointed him State's sure some favorable resolution. of the NAACP. Through these organizations, attorney in 1969. Not only is he one of the Although rough, quick-tempered and au­ he has worked to maintain the cultural integrity longest-serving State's attorneys in Florida thoritarian, the 64-year-old lawyer has often of his community. history, but he is perhaps the most respected looked beyond the judicial system to find As a member of the church, he has been fixes for society's ills. ever. His professionalism, perseverance, and In 19'70, Russell helped create another pro­ actively involved with organizations that moral and ethical strength helped earn him a gram that's become a model in Florida and helped people both within and beyond his own reputation as a tough but fair prosecutor with the rest of the country. Operation PAR, for congregation. He acted as the chaplain for the a conviction rate of 92 percent. Parental Awareness and Responsibility, is a Annapolis Police Department, vice president of In addition to his excellence in the court­ drug-abuse treatment and education pro­ the United Black Clergy of Anne Arundel roorn, Jim Russell is also an innovator in pub­ gram. County, as well as the secretary of the Black lic service. His contributions include a number He also created the pretrial intervention Ministry Alliance of Annapolis. He worked on program, the first of its type in Florida. The of programs designed to enhance Florida's program is designed to give first-time offend­ many other boards and committees as well, criminal justice system. He established a pre­ ers a second chance. If they complete a pro­ giving all that he could to ensure the improve­ trial intervention program-the first in Florida­ gram similar to probation, charges are dis­ ment of society around him. to give first-time offenders a second chance if missed. His vision and commitment to bettering the they complete a probation type program. It And ironically, Russell helped introduce human condition in Maryland shall be sorely was legislation he introduced in the State legislation in 1961 that created his official missed. The example which he set is one that House in 1961 which created the Office of adversary-the state public defender's office. He has taken on public corruption and mis­ we should all do our best to emulate. I wish Public Defender to ensure that Florida resi­ management. He investigated and obtained him the best of .luck in all of this future en­ dents had available to them their constitutional convictions against three county commis­ deavors, and I once again want to offer my right to legal representation. sioners in 1974 and 1975 for accepting money heartfelt thanks on behalf of the people of And he was one of the driving forces behind in exchange for favorable rezoning votes. In Maryland for the gifts he has given us all. the establishment of Operation PAR, a St. Pe­ 1987 he investigated the Tarpon Springs Po­ tersburg drug and substance abuse treatment lice Department and in 1991 he looked into and education program which has received accusations within St. Petersburg City Hall. IN DEFENSE OF PUBLIC national recognition for the quality of its pro­ Called upon by Republican and Democratic TELEVISION AND "IN THE LIFE" governors alike, Russell never allowed poli­ grams. tics to stand in the way of justice. Throughout his career, Mr. Russell has "Your reputation is what other people HON. TED WEISS demonstrated a unique ability to search further think," he said recently. "I'll let history OF NEW YORK than the courtroom of solutions to the prob­ speak to that." IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lems which plague our Nation. Following my History will speak well of James T. Rus­ remarks, I will include for the benefit of my sell. Wednesday, June 17, 1992 colleagues a recent editorial from the Tampa Mr. WEISS. Mr. Speaker, nearly 45 years Tribune entitled "Russell Stayed True to His HONORING REV. RUFUS S. ago the House Committee on Un-American Principles" which reiterates the tremendous ABERNATHY Activities voted to cite 10 distinguished writers respect Jimmy has earned in our community and directors, collectively known as the Holly­ and throughout our State. wood 10 for contempt of Congress. Mr. Speaker, Jim Russell is the type of dedi­ HON. C. 1HOMAS McMILLEN For refusing to answer questions pertaining cated public servant our Nation needs to re­ OF MARYLAND to their political convictions, these so-called store the faith of the American people in our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES subversives of the American entertainment in­ Government and he is the tough, no-nonsense Wednesday, June 17, 1992 dustry suffered great personal and financial prosecutor that we need at all levels of our Mr. McMILLEN of Maryland. Mr. Speaker, I hardship, as would hundreds of other prin­ criminal justice system to send a message to rise today to extend my ·thanks, and those of cipled men and women who refused to co­ criminals that we have a commitment to inves­ people throughout the State of Maryland, to operate with HUAC over the next decade. tigate, prosecute, and incarcerate those who Rev. Rufus Sydney Abernathy for the years of Mr. Speaker, we all remember how that sor­ break our laws. - service he has given to this State. did affair came to an end a full 7 years later The people of Florida owe Jim Russell their For the last 27 years, Reverend Abernathy when Joseph Welch posed the simple ques­ thanks and gratitude for a job well done and led the congregation at the Mount Zion United tion to the then-unflappable Senator Joseph 15260 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 McCarthy, "Have you no sense of decency, CONGRESSIONAL SALUTE TO tor, with extensive experience in public school sir, at last?" EDUCATOR MELINDO A. PERSI districts in rural, suburban, and urban settings. Mr. Speaker, I thought we had learned a He continues his active teaching role as an lesson from that experience. I never thought HON. ROBERT A. ROE adjunct professor at Rutgers University and that gratuitous accusations of un-American ac­ OF NEW JERSEY the County College of Morris. His successful tivity would again come into vogue in this hal­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES experience as county superintendent of lowed building. But I was wrong. Wednesday, June 17, 1992 schools and acting assistant commissioner of With the cold war over, a new attack on the Mr. ROE. Mr. Speaker, it is with the greatest education for division of county and regional entertainment industry is now afoot, which pride and admiration that I rise today to salute services has truly benefited the students of seeks to define once again what is American a truly outstanding individual on his accom­ our State. It is clear that he has continued to and what is un-American. This time, the target plishments as the Passaic County Super­ strive for excellence, serving as an important is not writers and directors, but rather the ma­ intendent of Schools. I am speaking of role model and influence on the youth of New terial by which they ply their trade. And from Melinda A. Persi of Clifton, NJ, who has Jersey and has truly made his community, the sound of what I am hearing, gay men and helped mold the lives of young people in the State, and our Nation a better place to live. greater northern New Jersey area for over a lesbians have become America's new Com­ For these efforts I salute him. quarter century. I am most pleased to know munists. that he will continue to meet the educational To wit, our esteemed colleague, the distin­ needs of our youth in the fall, when he as­ guished minority leader BoB DOLE, took to the sumes the position of superintendent of CAPT. JOHN D. LUKE RETIREMENT floor of the Senate last week to denounce a schools in Elmwood Park, NJ. new program being developed for PBS, a vari­ Superintendent Persi will be honored for a ety show designed to address gay themes ti­ lifetime of achievement with a testimonial din­ HON. RONALD K. MACH11EY tled "In the Life." ner on Tuesday, June 30. I know this event will be a source of great pride for Melinda, his OF RHODE ISLAND This new program will feature emerging and devoted wife, Maureen; their daughter, established dancers, singers, performance art­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Melinda Redling; son, Jon-Paul, as well as ists, actors, stand-up comics, and others in an their many, many friends. Wednesday, June 17, 1992 effort to present a more rounded and positive Mr. Speaker, Melinda A. Persi has spent his view of gay men and lesbians than is typically educational career making enormous contribu­ Mr. MACHTLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today available on television. Producer John tions in each position he has held. He started to recognize Capt. John D. Luke for his 30 Scagliotti avers that "In the Life" will not be out in 1956 as a teacher in the Franklin Town­ years of service in the U.S. Navy. Captain controversial, "unless you happen to think gay ship Schools in Morris County, before moving Luke is set to retire on July 1, 1992, after and lesbian [subject matter] is controversial in on to teach in the Washington Township serving as commander of the Naval Education itself." schools in Mercer County. He then became Training Center, located in Newport, Rl. the chief school adminil:?trator for Washington Obviously, Senator DoLE believes just that. Upon graduation from Bowdoin College, Township Schools from 1963 to 1967. His ca­ In his denunciation of "In the Life" last week, Captain Luke received his commission and Senator DoLE asks rhetorically, "Is this the reer path then took him to Madison, where he was ordered to the minesweeper U.S.S. Illu­ kind of programming taxpayers and public TV was the assistant superintendent of schools sive. He went on to serve on the U.S.S. New­ contributors have in mind? I do not think so." from 1967 to 1978. In 1978, the State recognized this outstand­ man Perry and U.S.S. John R. Perry after Senator DOLE goes further, incorrectly re­ ing talent, assigning Melinda to Morris and graduation from destroyer school. porting that "In the Life'' receives funding out Warren Counties as the county school busi­ In February 1973, Captain Luke moved from of the money authorized by Congress for the ness administrator. He then proceeded to East Public Broadcasting Service, when in fact it · his position as senior adviser to the Vietnam­ Orange, where he was the fiscal monitor in ese Navy to combat systems officer aboard has received none. He charges that there will 1984 and 1985. In 1985, he became the coun­ the U.S.S. Jouett. After serving as executive be 12 shows per month, rather than the cor­ ty superintendent of schools for Passaic Coun­ rect 12 per year. ty. In June 1991 to November 1991, he was officer on the U.S.S. Lynde McCormick, Cap­ the acting assistant commissioner for the divi­ tain Luke was named chairman of the Depart­ Finally, Senator DoLE compares "In the ment of Leadership and Law at the U.S. Naval Life" with other, more traditional PBS fare sion of county and regional services. Academy from 1977 to 1980. such as "Sesame Street," "Mister Rogers' He is active in a variety of civic organiza­ Neighborhood" and "Masterpiece Theater," tions, having served as an executive commit­ He then took command of the U.S.S. implying that supporters of PBS have used tee member of NJASA, president of the Brooke, a guided missile frigate, in 1981. After Kiwanis Club, president of the Mercer County these shows to cover up a more insidious a stay with the Office of the Chief of Naval Principals Association, vice president of the agenda: to bring subversive [read: Gay and Operations as head of the Strike and Anti-Sur­ Parent Teachers Association, chairperson of lesbian] programming "into your living room." face Warfare Branch of the Combat Systems the American Red Cross chapter in southeast Division, Captain Luke took command of the Mr. Speaker, the message of these com­ Morris County, division chairperson for the U.S.S. Richmond Turner with deployments in ments is very clear: Gay men and lesbians are American Red Cross, secretary of the Eastern the Mediterranean, Gulf of Sidra, and in the not Americans. That makes me sad. That Advisory Council of the American Red Cross makes me angry. Must I now fear that the for the east coast; Madison Library Trustee, Persian Gulf. From 1988 to 1990, Captain time is not far off when the Congress con­ trustee and vice chairperson of the Passaic Luke served as chief of staff for the com­ venes a new committee on un-American pro­ County Community College, board member of mander of Carrier Group Two. He reported to clivities, who will call Americans forward to an­ Passaic County TechnicaiNocational High the commander of the Naval Education and swer for their sexual orientation? School, and chairperson of the County Super­ Training Center on 15 June 1990. Mr. Speaker, the only thing un-American intendents Business Services Committee. Captain Luke's military decorations include He has served our country as a member of going on here is the small-minded thinking of the Legion of Merit with one Gold Star, the the New Jersey Air Guard from 1953 to 1962, this program's attackers. That is not the Amer­ Meritorious Service Medal with two Gold and on active duty with the U.S. Air Force in ican way. Public television was created to ad­ Stars, Navy Commendation Medal with two 1961 and 1962. In addition, he is a presenter dress the lives of all Americans. Gold Stars, the Navy Unit Commendation, and for the annual school boards conference ·and the Vietnamese Armed Forces Honor Medal Mr. Speaker, that is the goal of "In the Life." workshops for NJASBO. He is also an author, First Class. It is an enlightened goal that speaks to the having published manuals relative to school many historic struggles to open our culture to district budgets and elections. I commend Capt. John D. Luke for all his all who reside here. It is a goal we all should Mr. Speaker, Melinda A. Persi has proven years of service in the U.S. Navy. I wish him embrace. himself to be a seasoned New Jersey educa- all the best in all of his future endeavors. June 17, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 15261 THREE MIAMI GIRL SCOUTS WIN Rebecca, who attends Miami Sunset High, is an honor and pleasure to share this mo­ THE GOLD AWARD, GIRL said all the kids who participate get to ment with them. We wish Lois and Cecil, their SCOUTS' HIGHEST ACHIEVEMENT stretch their individual talents-writing, children, and grandchildren all the best in the voice, photography-and the church gets to years to come. share its values. She calls it "teaching with HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN entertainment." OF FLORIDA "I'm happy I got the award, but the work · that I do means more to me. That's some­ THE BUDGET DEFICIT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thing I'll continue on as long as I can." Wednesday, June 17, 1992 I am pleased to pay tribute to Amy Leonard, HON. LEE H. HAMILTON Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I am Michelle Williams, Rebecca Whiting, and the OF INDIANA pleased to recognize today Amy Leonard, many others who are active in the Girl Scout IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Michelle Williams, and Rebecca Whiting who Council of Tropical Florida by reprinting this Wednesday, June 17, 1992 were recently featured in the Miami Herald for article from the Miami Herald. The Girl Scouts being presented with the Girl Scouts' highest through their many activities help teach many Mr. HAMIL TON. Mr. Speaker, I would like to achievement-the Gold Award. The article young people the leadership skills which will insert my Washington Report for Wednesday, "Gold moment arrives for 3 Dade Girl Scouts" greatly benefit our community and Nation. June 10, 1992 into the CONGRESSIONAL by Gail Epstein tells how the three Miami Girl RECORD: Scouts won the award by completing a special THE BUDGET DEFICIT project and through their accomplishments in A CONGRESSIONAL SALUTE TO The federal budget deficit for 1992 is esti­ leadership, community service, career plan­ DR. AND MRS. CECIL 0. GARTON mated to be $370 billion-by far the largest in ning, and personal development: our nation's history. The federal government HON. GLENN M. ANDERSON is now spending almost $3 for every $2 it Amy Leonard was cleaning out her closet takes in. The national debt, which represents when she found a box of her favorite child­ OF CALIFORNIA the accumulation of the annual deficits, hood books. Her first instinct was to throw IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stood at S1 trillion in 1980; it now exceeds S4 them away. Then her 12 years of Girl Scout Wednesday, June 17, 1992 trillion. training kicked in. Particularly worrisome is that large defi­ Before long, Amy helped collect 1,000 chil­ Mr. ANDERSON. Mr. Speaker, on Saturday, cits are projected as far as the eye can see. dren's books that she donated to the pediat­ June 20, 1992, the family and friends of Dr. Although nearly $200 billion of the current rics ward at North Shore Medical Center. and Mrs. Cecil 0. Garton will gather together deficit is due to more temporary factors such Her efforts gave sick kids something to read, to celebrate their 55th wedding anniversary. It as the S&L bailout and the recession, the and helped Amy win the Gold Award, the deficit over the next several years is gen­ highest achievement in Girl Scouting. is with great pleasure that I rise today to pay tribute to such an extraordinary couple, who erally expected to remain above $200 billion Amy was one of three scouts presented and is estimated to be at least $400 billion in with Gold Awards at a special ceremony are also my very dear friends. Cecil and I have been friends and neighbors ten years. What's more, these are the opti­ Wednesday night at the Colonnade Hotel in mistic projections. If the economy persist­ Coral Gables. The other two were Michelle all of our lives. Our families built the first ently does poorly, the deficit in the year 2005 Williams, 20, and Rebecca Whiting, 15. Silver houses in Hawthorne, CA. We attended Haw­ could reach a staggering $1 trillion. Awards were presented to 44 Girl Scouts. thorne Elementary School, Inglewood High Congress and the President have not ap­ It felt good to help people in need, said School, and U.C.L.A. together. Cecil went on proved new major domestic programs or seri­ Amy, a North Miami High School senior who ous increases in existing ones in recent turns 18 on Sunday. to U.S.C., graduating from dental school and, until his retirement, was responsible for my years, but neither have we done anything to "Through Girl Scouts, I learned that com­ stop the relentless increase in the cost of en­ munity is important," she said. "This is just million-dollar smile. When Cecil met Lois, the winner of Bowling titlement programs that is really driving the a culmination of all that. budget. "The books increase communication be­ Green University's beauty contest, through tween parent and child, because most kids in mutual friends in 1936, it was love at first HARM CAUSED BY DEFICITS the ward are too young to read,"· she said. sight. Cecil knew a good catch when he saw The deficits cause several problems. First, "They also encourage kids to use their one and he didn't want to let Lois slip away. they hurt U.S. competitiveness and eco­ imagination." nomic growth. The deficits absorb an ever­ Michelle, another Gold winner, was the They were married in St. Victor's Church in larger share of domestic savings that would first disabled woman to win the award in Hollywood one year later on June 26, 1937. otherwise be available to finance private sec­ Dade and Monroe counties. Michelle, who is Their happy and fulfilling union has produced tor investment, and they drive up real inter­ hearing impaired and mentally disabled, de­ three lovely children, Marilyn Joyce, Elizabeth est rates. The economy may begin to pick up signed a display of Girl Scout uniforms and Ann, and John Howard and seven grand­ momentum this year, but it will continue' to memorabilia from throughout the years that children, Lori Ann, Cynthia Lee, William Jo­ be hampered by inadequate credit and high was shown at the North Miami Public Li­ seph, Christa Grace, Dawn Elizabeth, Shan­ interest rates. The blame for these must be brary. non Virginia, and Tamara Michele. put upon the deficit, which is now sucking Michell, who attends Lindsey Hopkins up most of the country's savings and not Technical Education Center, said her project I owe much of my success to this distin­ leaving enough to finance normal economic helped her let other girls know being in the guished dentist and his family. Cecil's father growth. In addition, the deficits undercut Girl Scouts is fun. ;But more than that, it was responsible for setting me up in my first the ability of the federal government to helped her achieve one of the goals that business venture and Cecil served as my as­ make the investments needed to help secure scouting is all about: self-esteem. sistant campaign manager when I ran for Lieu­ our long-term economic future-in edu­ "I learned I can do many things, and I can tenant Governor. In addition to his busy prac­ cation, research, infrastructure, and the be successful," she said, hugging her niece tice, Cecil found time to serve on the like. Second, the large deficits mean that after the awards ceremony. Centenela Valley High School Board of Trust­ the federal government must spend huge The Gold Award winners "represent the sums each year just to pay the interest need­ best" of Girl Scouting, said Deborah Reyes, ees, the Parks and Recreation Commission, ed to service the accumulated national debt. president of the Girl Scout Council of Tropi­ and he was secretary of the Board of Edu­ Annual federal interest costs are now $200 cal Florida. To be chosen, the teenage girls cation. He is a past president of the Rotary billion and growing; in a few years we could must complete a special project and achieve Club. be spending almost as much on interest as outstanding accomplishments in leadership, Lois shares her husband's enthusiasm for we spend on national defense. Third, the community service, career planning and per­ community service. Over the past years, she large deficits worsen income inequality. sonal development. has served as president of the Gamma Phi Wealthy Americans can benefit from the Rebecca, the third Gold award winner, won Beta Sorority Mother's Club, the Inglewood higher interest income, while declining com­ with one of the more unusual projects: a pup­ petitiveness and stagnant wage growth mean pet ministry gToup at her church. Rebecca Rotary Anns, the Inglewood Women's Club, that working- families are often forced to and other high-schoolers who attend St. and the Daniel Freeman .Hospital Auxiliary. work longer and harder just to keep up. John Neumann Catholic Church use hand Mr. Speaker, on this very special occasion, So the deficit does terrible things to the puppets to tell religious and moral tales at my wife, Lee, joins me in congratulating Cecil economy. It reduces the nation's savings, churches and women's shelters. and Lois on their 55th wedding anniversary. It limits investment, and slows the rate of pro- 15262 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 ductivity and economic growth. Everybody costs, cut defense and other discretionary DOD SAYS MONTGOMERY GI BILL favors cutting the deficit but it never hap­ spending, better target entitlement benefits, A GREAT SUCCESS pens. The reason is that the deficit does not and raise taxes on the rich, since they bene­ cause an immediate national crisis like, for fitted disproportionately from the tax breaks example, the Los Angeles riots. And unfortu­ of the 1980s. What is needed is a broad pack­ HON. TIMOTHY J. PENNY nately not much gets done in Washington age of shared sacrifice, and to achieve that OF MINNESOTA unless there is a sense of crisis. we must develop a national consensus IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES NO EASY SOLUTIONS around making the difficult choices required Wednesday, June 17, 1992 for real deficit reduction. Some changes in Politicians are constantly saying that tens Mr. PENNY. Mr. Speaker, the Department or even hundreds of billions of dollars can be congressional budget procedures can help saved in waste, fraud, and abuse. The prob­ better inform Americans about current na­ of Defense [DOD] recently transmitted to Con­ lem is they never find it. This has been a tional spending priorities and can better in­ gress its biennial report on the Montgomery Gl popular refrain for the past twelve years, tegrate long-term economic goals into budg­ bill [MGIB]. As chairman of the Veterans Af­ during which time we have seen the national et decisionmaking, but most of all what is fairs' Subcommittee on Education, Training, debt increase four-fold. Certainly some sav­ needed is for politicians to level with the and Employment, I am particularly pleased ings can be made, and all federal programs American people-telling them that there are no simple, easy solutions. It is time to with this evaluation of a very successful veter­ need to be carefully reviewed for waste. But ans' educational assistance program. what is considered "waste" is often ·a subjec­ govern, not to pander. tive judgement-for example, while farmers Two legislative changes are recommended may think mass transit is wasteful, people in by DOD, and the House has already acted on cities may think farm subsidies are wasteful. THE WONDERFUL DAY CARE AS A both. First, the Department supports continu­ And despite the rhetoric, Congress and the DAILY POINT OF LIGHT ation of the MGIB benefit levels provided by President over the years have basically Congress after the Persian Gulf war, Public agreed on the overall amount of spending. HON. BIU. EMERSON Law 102-25. A provision of H.R. 4342, which Indeed, since 1981 Congress has appropriated OF MISSOURI went through my subcommittee and was ap­ some $17 billion less than Presidents Reagan IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES proved by the House last week, would make and Bush have requested. It is difficult to the increased benefit levels permanent. The make deep cuts in federal spending because Wednesday, June 17, 1992 Department also supports extending the Gl bill the biggest programs-social security, medi­ Mr. EMERSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to to active duty personnel who are separated care, defense-are the most popular; less pop­ congratulate last Friday's Point of Light, the under the provisions of the voluntary separa­ ular programs such as welfare (AFDC) and Wonderful Day Care of West Plains, MO, foreign aid each represent around 1% of total tion incentive [VSI] and the special separation which is located in my southern Missouri dis­ federal spending. benefit [SSB] programs. A provision offered by We also sometimes hear that economic trict. Six years ago, Wonderland's owner/director the chairman of the Veterans Affairs Commit­ growth is the answer-that we can simply tee, SONNY MONTGOMERY, which would pro­ grow our way out of the deficits. Yet we have Janella Madden came up with the idea of tried that for the past twelve years with dis­ once a week matching her students with the vide this opportunity was included in the Na­ astrous results. residents of the Ozark Nursing Center there in tional Defense Authorization Act for fiscal year There is considerable support for proce­ town. The program became an immediate suc­ 1993, H.R. 5006. DOD's executive summary and a summary dural changes such as the line-item veto or cess. The children enjoyed these Friday field balanced budget constitutional amendment. of the report prepared by committee staff fol­ A balanced budget amendment deserves seri­ trips, while the senior citizens came to look forward to their new visitors. As the program low my remarks. ous consideration, but it would largely put ASSISTANT SECRETARY OF DEFENSE, the tough decisions off to another day, since developed, so has the good character, values, Washington,' DC, May 27, 1992. it would likely take several years to be rati­ and interest in serving others by the students Hon. G.V. (SONNY) MONTGOMERY fied by the states and put into effect. A line­ of Wonderland Day·Care. item veto-giving the President power to Chairman, Committee on Veterans Affairs, This program and its voluntarism are exam­ House of Representatives, Washington, DC. veto not just entire appropriations bills but ples that I hope others can begin to emulate. DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: In accordance with individual items buried in those bills-could I believe these weekly visits are beneficial for Section 3036, Title 38, United States Code, at­ yield some savings but could not produce a both the youngsters and the young at heart. tached is the biennial report to Congress on balanced budget. It could not be used on en­ the Montgomery GI Bill Education Benefits titlements or interest on the national debt, This intergenerational setting not only presents · the children with great learning experiences, Program. The report addresses the Mont­ and funding for defense is roughly at the gomery GI Bill as a recruitment incentive level President Bush wants. That leaves ap­ but it provides the senior citizens with the indi­ and the adequacy of its basic benefit levels propriations for domestic programs-every­ vidual attention and companionship that they to fund a program of education. thing from the FBI to child nutrition to deserve. For example, sometimes they all play I hope this report will prove useful in your highway construction. But even if every one games or sing songs, while other visits are Committee's consideration of veterans' edu­ of these programs were completely elimi­ spent talking and getting to know one another .. cational programs. A copy of the report is nated-saving $225 billion-that would still Mr. Speaker, Janella, her staff, and her stu­ also being sent to the Chairman of the Sen­ fall some $150 billion short of balancing the dents should be commended for all of their ef­ ate Committee on Veterans Affairs, and the budget. Chairmen of the House and Senate Commit­ Another proposal is to cap entitlements, forts, on this the day they have been named our country's ?98th Daily Point of Light. We all tees on Armed Services, as well as to the but generally I think caps are not a good Ranking Republicans. idea. They usually omit some major pro­ should respect, recognize, and encourage Sincerely, grams that ought to be included and that more groups like the Wonderland Day Care. CHRISTOPHER JEHN. makes them unfair. By permitting politi­ Through their services in the West Plains cians to cast easy votes against spending in community, these good folks are indeed a fit­ EXECUTIVE SUMMARY general without making the tough choices This report is submitted in compliance about which programs to cut, caps let politi­ ting example of a group of people doing something about making America a better with §3036, Title 38, United States Code. It cians off the hook. The intention of caps is discusses the status, adequacy, effectiveness, good. The problem is that politicians want to place to work and live. Furthermore, I believe the children are being taught an invaluable and needed changes for administration of the cut spending but not specific programs. In Montgomery GI Bill education benefits pro­ the end, however, programs have to be cut. lesson. Through these weekly visits to the A major reason deficits are hard to cut is gTam. The Montgomery GI Bill has proven Ozark Nursing Center, our next generation ac­ effective as a recruitment incentive and has that Americans want more government than tually can experience firsthand how gratifying they are willing to pay for. They do not want had a positive effect on educational attain­ their taxes raised, and they do not want the it is to serve our fellow citizens and how ment of post-service military personnel. The biggest and fastest growing federal pro­ pleasing it can be to do so. Department strongly supports continuation grams, such as Medicare, cut. They want the In closing, on behalf of Missouri's Eighth of the Montgomery GI Bill program. District and the rest of America, it is with deep This report includes the following: benefits without the sacrifice; they want the History of the prog-ram's evolution ancl de­ gain without the pain. pride that I say "thank you" to Janella and ev­ velopment. CONCLUSION eryone associated with the Wonderland Day Current status, including: Enrollment par­ Tackling the deficit will take some hard Care last Friday's acknowledged Daily Point of ticipation, utilization of benefits, and demo­ choices. We will need to rein in health care Light. graphic characteristics of participants. June 17, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 15263 Adequacy of the benefit and need for con­ Educational benefits are beneficial to the tions of New York's Channel 47 were among tinuation. military and help to create a better educated the many popular faces that joined Dr. Rico­ Recommended legislative change. and more informed citizenry. Perez for the parade spectacular. Our review of the program has determined The program provides opportunities to in­ Recently, Dr. Rico-Perez was recognized a need for a minor legislative change. The dividuals who might not otherwise be able to Department supports continuation of the afford higher education. and named honorary grand marshall of the benefit levels approved by Congress after the The MGIB program is a high priority of the 35th Annual New York Puerto Rican Parade. Persian Gulf conflict. The Department also DOD. Dr. Rico-Perez was chosen to represent the recommends that the program be extended E. LEGISLATIVE RECOMMENDATIONS Cuban community, during the parade com­ to those active duty personnel who are sepa­ Extend MGIB benefits to those active duty memorating the Quincentennial. rated under the :Provisions of the Voluntary personnel who separate under the provisions Mr. Speaker, I am delighted to honor Dr. Separation Incentive (VSI) and the Special of the Voluntary Separation Incentive and Rico-Perez and I congratulate him for his dedi­ Separation Benefit (SSB) programs. The Department is currently facing force the Special Separation Benefit programs. cation and commitment to bringing multi-cul­ reductions in a period of fiscal austerity and Require that service members contribute tural communities together to celebrate life. budget decline. Nevertheless, our commit­ $1,200 to qualify for enrollment in the pro­ His hard work and love for others have appro­ gram. ment to attract the highest caliber youth to priately earned him the opportunity to lead his mill tary service, and our strong support for F. OTHER FINDINGS own parade in honor of good health and in the enhanced educational attainment of our Higher proportions of minorities than honor of the wonderful diversity of Hispanic veterans, strengthens our continued support whites have enrolled in the program. culture and tradition. for the Montgomery GI Bill. Enrollment rates among female partici­ pants exceed those of males by 2-3 percent. SUMMARY OF THE 1992 DOD BIENNIAL REPORT Recruits in the higher mental categories EMP FUNDING IN THE FISCAL TO CONGRESS ON THE MONTGOMERY Gl BILL are more likely to enroll in the MGIB pro­ gram than those in the lower categories. YEAR 1993 ENERGY AND WATER A. ENROLLMENT AND USAGE APPROPRIATIONS BILL MGIB has proven to be extremely popular SUMMARY among recruits. MGIB provides a popular incentive for Enrollment rates have steadily increased military service. . HON. STEVE GUNDERSON since the Montgomery GI Bill program Almost 87 percent of new recruits enrolled OF WISCONSIN began. in MGIB during the most recent program IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Of the 1. 7 million recruits who entered the year. services since the program began, over 1.2 The program has helped the services re­ Wednesday, June 17,1992 million have enrolled. cruit high-quality young people and main­ Mr. GUNDERSON. Mr. Speaker, included in The overall program enrollment rate tain a ready force. the energy and water appropriations bill is full stands at 75.8 percent. Changes adopted in the FY 1991 Persian funding for the Environmental Management Usage rates have also risen over the pro­ Gulf supplemental appropriation have im­ Program [EMP] on the Upper Mississippi gram's lifetime. proved the vitality of the program. Forty percent of separated service mem­ River-section 11 03, Public Law 99--662. I bers and fifty percent of those who separated want to express my appreciation for continued during the fifth year of the program have DR. MANUEL RICO-PEREZ: willingness on the part of Chairman BEVILL used a portion of their MGIB benefits. PARADE'S GRAND MARSHALL and Mr. MYERS to take a personal interest in The Department of Defense (DOD) esti­ this model program. mates that usage rates will continue to rise as all participants have several years of ben­ HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN FULL FUNDING FOR EMP efits remaining. OF FLORIDA For the second year in a row, the President requested full funding for EMP of $19.466 mil­ B. RECRUITMENT BENEFITS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lion, met by this bill. As I have explained in MGIB plays an important role in attract­ Wednesday, June 17, 1992 ing high quality recruits. previous years, maintaining full funding for the Educational benefits have proven to be a Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I am program is especially critical now, given the cost effective recruitment tool. pleased to have the opportunity to acknowl­ shortfall in funding for the program in previous MGIB benefits have increased the number edge Dr. Manuel Rico-Perez for his work in years. The following chart illustrates the pro­ of prior-service individuals entering the Se­ the medical profession and of his commitment gram's funding history. lected Reserve. to the people of our community. [In millions of dollars) C. ADEQUACY OF BENEFITS Among his many accomplishments, Dr. As a percentage of total cost of under­ Rico-Perez founded the nationally syndicated Year Authorized Appropriated graduate programs, MGIB has provided sig­ radio program called "Salud de Cuerpo y 1988 ...... 16.72 5.168 nificant benefits to participants. Alma"-Health in Body and Soul. His dedica­ 1989 ...... 18.56 7.5 Using indicators such as ability to meet re­ 1990 ...... 19.95 14.86 tion and work in the medical field have earned 1991 ...... 19.46 17.0 cruitment goals, quality of recruits, and par­ 1992 ...... 19.46 19.46 ticipants' completion of first term of obliga­ him nationwide recognition and the admiration 1993 ...... 19.46 1 19.455 tion, DOD concludes that at the adjusted lev­ and respect of Hispanics everywhere. 1994 ...... 19.46 1995 ...... :.. .. 19.46 els, MGIB benefits are adequate to offset Through his research, Dr. Rico-Perez cre­ 1996 ...... 19.46 educational costs. ated the nutritional program, The Last Diet. He 1997 ...... 19.46 At the 1992 benefit level, MGIB benefits has received international recognition for his Total ...... 191.45 83.443 will offset 54.2 percent of educational costs, natural products for the promotion of good 1 down from 70 percent in 1985-1986. health and the well-being of others. House. The cost of educational benefits is lowered because payments are deferred for several It was Dr. Rico-Perez' concern for others These figures indicate that EMP funding to years; eligibility depends on the completion that prompted him to begin his work and re­ date has fallen short by $30.16 million. of the first term obligation, and eligible vet­ search in the medical field. It is his compas­ THE EMP IS A MODEL PROGRAM erans generally do not use all their benefits. sionate heart that earned him wonderful suc­ The EMP enjoys unprecedented support. From 1985-1990, average annual costs of a cess. This year, the National Research Council said four-year program rose by 29.0 percent, while In May, Dr. Rico-Perez was named the the EMP should serve as a model for Federal­ the portion of educational costs offset by GI grand marshall of the ninth annual "Gran bill benefits declined by 15.7 percent. State partnerships on other rivers, stating: DOD supports the continuation of in­ Parada Cubana de Nueva York"-New York's It is among- the first in the nation to ad­ creased rate provided under Public Law 102- Grand Cuban Parade-where as many as dress conflicting federal mandates for large 25. 200,000 people gathered to celebrate this pa­ interstate rivers and to redress habitat deg­ D. NEED FO R CONTIN UED EDUCATIONAL triotic occasion. Herb Levin, director of Miami's radation caused by alterations within the ASSISTANCE WQBA radio station; Cecilia Bolocco of rivers and their drainag-e basins. As evidenced by the high enrollment rate, T elemundo; Maria Laria, director of the pro­ Similarly. in testimony before Congress in the MGIB serves as a valuable recruiting gram "Cara a Cara"-Face to Face-and 199Q--February 26, 1990, the Army Corps de- tool to the military services. Manuel Garcia Oliva, director of public rela- scribed the EMP as- · 15264 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 A model for future efforts around the na­ A strong case can be made for excluding cane victims faced the real possibility of de­ tion and we (corps) are proud to be a part of the EMP completely from the corps' savings faulting on the loans on their homes that had this unique initiative. and slippage policy. In my discussions with just been demolished by the storm. This would The EMP is recognized as a unique partner­ the corps, it is clear the agency cannot unilat­ have pushed many into bankruptcy. ship that works. The Bureau of Reclamation, erally exempt EMP from the policy. Language Bernice made sure that this didn't happen. the Tennessee Valley Authority, and man­ included in the fiscal year 1992 energy and She worked with Virgin Islanders to rebuild agers from many other river systems are very water appropriations bill specifically prevents their homes and rebuild their lives. enthusiastic about the EMP and its application the corps from utilizing this discretion. Bernice proved how much dedicated people elsewhere. Additionally, Soviet and Chinese In 1991, $1.650 million of a total $17 million such as herself can accomplish for others. At scientists have toured the EMP to learn more was withheld from the EMP for savings and FmHA she not only served, she made sure about the program. slippage. In 1992, $2.893 million of $19.46 her service brought results. The program paved the way for achieving was withheld. That means the EMP received In fact, just recently she announced a re­ harmony between navigation and environ­ just $16.562 million this year-not the $19.46 markable new FmHA program that guarantees mental interests. It has allowed us to progress million Congress worked so hard to find. mortgages that will be a tremendous help to beyond the lawsuits and confrontation of the The long-term monitoring program, which our moderate income, $30,000 to $40,000 a 1970's and 1980's over lock and dam 26. was so chronically underfunded in earlier year bracket families. IMPORTANCE OF THE EMP TO THE UPPER MISSISSIPPI years and is now playing catch-up, lost I will miss Bernice, and the Virgin Islands RIVER REGION $600,000 last year under the policy. Of rough­ people whose lives she touched certainly will Most importantly, the EMP is critical to the ly $6 million for the program this year, miss her. She was a one-of-a-kind person environmental and economic health of the $800,000 was turned back up front. whom I am fortunate and thankful to have Upper Mississippi River region. The river is I will take action in the upcoming water re­ known, to have worked with, and to have had used by millions each year for recreation, sources authorization bill to exempt the mon­ working on behalf of the people of the Virgin swimming, boating, fishing, hunting. The upper itoring portion of EMP from the savings and Islands. river alone has over 200 boat harbors, 445 slippage policy. Savings and slippage should May she rest in peace. recreation sites, and thousands of acres of only appropriately be applied to the remaining wildlife refuge. It empties 530,000 cubic feet of $13.5 million under the construction portion of water into the Gulf of Mexico each second, get RETIREMENT OF MAJ. GEN. LAW­ EMP-not to the total $19.455 million. Without RENCE P. FLYNN, ADJUTANT its source from 31 States, and provides sur­ this clarification, the habitat construction face water to 70 cities-23 percent of entire GENERAL OF THE STATE OF projects under the EMP takes a dramatically NEW YORK U.S. public surface water supplies. disproportionate hit under the corps policy. The EMP incorporates 22 active landfills IMPROVING AND EXPANDING THE EMP HON. MICHAEL R. McNUL1Y and 6 to 10 inactive landfills along the Mis­ Finally, efforts are underway to further refine OF NEW YORK sissippi, and a superfund sight in La Crosse the world-class EMP in order to maintain it as County. a model for the Nation and the world. I am IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As a result of monitoring of habitat projects, both working with the authorizing committee to Wednesday, June 17, 1992 we should be able to better design new habi­ improve the EMP-to include savings and slip­ Mr. McNULTY. Mr. Speaker, the New York tat projects to compensate for navigation im­ page changes and other refinements-and Army and Air National Guard today serve as pacts on the river. Information we've gathered have introduced legislation H.R. 4169 to ex­ an integral part of the total defense policy of will help us design future navigation systems pand the EMP concept to the Nation's other this Nation. which are more compatible with the environ­ interstate rivers. That organization is led by the State adju­ ment, especially as they affect hydropower, These efforts, along with full funding for the tant general, Maj. Gen. Lawrence P. Flynn. upland erosion, and water pollution. second year in a row for the EMP, are creat­ General Flynn has submitted his resignation to Members of the Energy and Water Sub­ ing a world class model river management Gov. Mario M. Cuomo, the commander in committee deserve credit for the foresight that program. chief of our State militia forces, effective June has been associated with the program. We 30, 1992. His resignation marks the end of need now only to maintain the program's au­ more than 40 years of distinguished service in thorized funding level, and to take minimum THE DEATH OF BERNICE R. the military. steps to protect the unique program from de­ MURRAY. General Flynn began his military career as bilitating funding cuts through Army Corps pol­ a private in the U.S. Marine Corps Reserve on icy. HON. RON de LUGO May 1, 1947. Called to active duty as a cor­ LINE-ITEM NEEDED FOR EMP OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS poral for the Korean war in 1950, he was pro­ Despite the good news, further changes IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES moted to sergeant, then commissioned a sec­ need to. be addressed. Those of us who ond lieutenant on May 29, 1951. worked so hard in the early years to get the Wednesday, June 17, 1992 Later, as a colonel-and concurrent with his EMP off the ground, then worked in later Mr. DE LUGO. Mr. Speaker, this morning I Marine Corps Reserve assignments-Col. years to obtain full funding for the program, was deeply saddened to learn of the death of Larry Flynn served in the New York Naval Mili­ have been frustrated by an Army Corps policy Bernice A. Murray, the State Director of the tia as assistant chief of staff for operations that cripples the program. Farmer's Home Administration for Vermont, and logistics, assistant chief of staff for per­ The corps applies-savings and slippage­ New Hampshire, and my district, the Virgin Is­ sonnel and administration, and finally as dep­ expenses to all construction projects. Simply lands, and a longtime key aide to Senator uty chief of staff for plans and programs. put, each year the corps projects the amount JAMES JEFFORDS of Vermont. On October 16, 1973, Colonel Flynn was of appropriated construction funds which will Bernice worked tirelessly and with dedica­ discharged from the U.S. Marine Corps Re­ not be spent because of projects which will all tion and determination to make a real dif­ serve and, on the following day, was ap­ behind schedule. Based on this amount, the ference in the lives of the people of the Virgin pointed to the rank of colonel in the New York corps then assesses all projects with a prorata Islands. Army National Guard [NYANG]. share of the slippage found in the total con­ Bernice was among the first Federal officials The New York Guard and Reserve has di­ struction budget. The percentage of funding to reach the Virgin Islands after Hugo, the ter­ verse missions. Its primary mission is to de­ held from each project is determined to be rible hurricane of 1989 that virtually destroyed fend our national security. However, the Guard savings. the island of St. Croix. When directors from and Reserve also assists and protects our citi­ This policy is unfairly applied to the EMP. other agencies were sending assistants to zens during national emergencies and natural Since a primary focus of the EMP is on long help the Virgin Islands people rebuild their disasters. term environmental monitoring, and since the devastated lives, Bernice traveled perso1,1ally The New York Guard and Reserve also is monitoring program is behind schedule due to to St. Croix to assist the thousands of FmHA very active in humanitarian aid efforts and underfunding in earlier years, the EMP suffers clients left homeless, hopeless, and in danger drug interdiction. General Flynn has done an badly from this pol,cy. of losing far more. She knew that many hurri- outstanding job in carrying out these missions. June 17, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 15265 General Flynn has held several high-ranking clear arsenals of the United States and Russia TRIBUTE TO RAMON PUIG posts within the New York Army National down to the range of 300~3500 each. These Guard, serving as chief of staff and as deputy levels, about a third of that permitted under HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN commanding general. On April 28, 1986, he the START treaty, are an important first step OF FLORIDA was appointed the adjutant general of New in the long-term process of stage-by-stage re­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES York State and promoted to the rank of major ductions in the nuclear arsenals of all coun­ Wednesday, June 17, 1992 general. tries. But we can and should go farther. General Flynn is a military figure of national Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I am Earlier this month, the House passed the stature. He has been in the forefront of efforts pleased to call my colleagues' attention to the to preserve a combat ready Reserve force in Nuclear Weapons Reduction Act, authorized outstanding success of Ramon Puig, a re­ this Nation. by Mr. MAVROULES, myself, Mr. FASCELL, Mr. markable example of the American dream. He is currently the chair of the Army Re­ HAMIL TON, and Mr. EVANS. This legislation, Ramon Puig was born in Cuba in 1920, and serve Forces Policy Committee. This board of which was accepted as an amendment to the went to work as a tailor at a very early age. distinguished reserve officers and command­ Defense authorization bill (HR 5006) set forth From the beginning of his career he began ers is charged with advising the Secretary of a series of policy goals for reducing the nu­ making and selling tropical dress shirts called the Army on key matters relating to the oper­ clear arsenals of all countries. Specifically, it guayaberas. He manufactured them himself ational effectiveness of our National Guard called for the President to seek: and travelled around the country selling them. and Reserve. Immediate elimination of nuclear weapons When Fidel Castro seized power in 1959, In New York, General Flynn's record is from Ukraine, Byelarus, and Kazakhstan; Ramon Puig was forced to give up his busi­ equally impressive. During his tenure as adju­ ness and go to work in the sugarcane fields of Accelerated implementation of START re­ tant general at the New York State Division of the regime. In 1968, he was one of the thou­ ductions; Military and Naval Affairs, the New York Army sands who left Cuba on the freedom flights. and Air National Guard have made remarkable Immediate agreement with f\ussia to bilat­ Starting as a hotel janitor, and working his strides. erally reduce strategic nuclear weapons levels way up, Ramon Puig opened his own tailor Under General Flynn's command, New to between 2,500 and 4,700; shop by 1971. His concentration on quality York's Guard and Reserve achieved a supe­ Subsequent multilateral agreement with and precision in his products has helped his rior record of mobilization for Operations Russia, China, Britain, and France to reduce business grow. He and his employees now Desert Shield an(:f Desert Storm. United States and Russian arsenals down to supply guayaberas, not only to the leaders of General Flynn has done an excellent job within a range of 1000 to 2000, with lower lev­ the Hispanic community in Miami but to an presiding over this diverse and dynamic force. els for the other countries; and international clientele including Presidents and In addition to his role as adjutant general of past Presidents of Latin American countries. New York State, lawrence Flynn also serves Further, safe, stage-by-stage reductions in The Miami Herald published an article about as chairman of the civil defense commission, the nuclear arsenals of all countries, including this remarkable success story, which I would chairman of the veterans' affairs commission, the nuclear threshold states; like to include in the RECORD: and secretariat to the State disaster prepared­ In addition, the legislation also declares that EX-JANITOR'S GUAYABERAS NOW WORN BY ness commission. it is United States policy to: PRESIDENTS General Flynn received a B.A. degree in (By Alfonso Chardy) Continue and extend cooperative discus­ 1955, from lona College. He is a graduate of In Little Havana, Ramon Puig is better the USMC Officer basic course, the USMC sions with the appropriate authorities of the known by his nickname, el Rey de las Amphibious Warfare School, the U.S. Navy At­ former Soviet military on means to maintain Guayaberas, the Guayabera King. tack Cargo Ship Embarkation School, the U.S. and improve secure command and control The 72-year-old tailor is the undisputed No. over nuclear forces; 1 maker and seller of guayaberas, the Latin Air Force Air Ground Operations School, and tropical shirts, in South Florida. His cre­ the U.S. Army Command and General Staff Initiate immediate discussions, in consulta­ ations are worn by celebrities around the College. tion with NATO and other allies, to eliminate world and his business in Little Havana is His decorations include the legion of Merit, tactical nuclear weapons from all countries; worth millions. "I owe everything to hard work and this the Meritorious Service Medal with oak leaf Provide assistance to disable and dismantle clusters in lieu of second and third awards, great country," Puig said. the nuclear weapons of the former Soviet Born in Zaza del Medio, in the Cuban prov­ and the New York State Conspicuous Service Union; and Medal with devices for second and third ince of Las Villas in 1920. Puig learned to be Achieve a worldwide, verifiable agreement a tailor from early on. From the outset in awards. his career, Puig began making and selling I commend General Flynn on his outstand­ to end by 1995 the production of plutonium guayaberas. ing service and selfless commitment to this and highly enriched uranium for weapons pur­ "I traveled ac~oss the island selling them," Nation. I wish all the best to him, his wife, poses, and to place existing stockpiles under he recalled. Eventually he became a regular Betty, his four children, and his seven grand­ bilateral or multilateral controls. supplier to guayaberas to prominent Cubans, including then-President Fulgencio Batista. children. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased that the adminis­ Maj. Gen. lawrence P. Flynn is a soldier After Fidel Castro seized power in 1959, tration is pursuing the first three goals listed Puig gave up his guayabera business and was with a record all New Yorkers-and all Ameri­ above: eliminating nuclear weapons from the forced to work in the countryside cutting cans-can look to with unbounded pride. He non-Russian CIS republics, accelerating the sugar cane for the regime. will certainly be missed. START reductions, and yesterday's agreement In 1968, Puig fled Cuba as one of thousands to reduce the United States and Russian arse­ who left aboard the Freedom Flights. His first job as a refugee was at the Fon­ THE PRESIDENT SHOULD CON­ nals down to within the range recommended tainebleau hotel cleaning bathrooms. TINUE TO PURSUE THE POLICY by the House. I would hope that the adminis­ Through friends, he later got a job in a fac­ GOALS SET FORTH IN THE NU­ tration, having achieved this initial agreement, tory that supplied uniforms to the U.S. CLEAR WEAPONS REDUCTION will bring in the other nuclear states and make Army. ACT a subsequent, further reduction, down to with­ By 1971, Puig had opened his first tailor in the 1000 to 2000 range that we have rec­ shop on Calle Ocho in Little Havana. ommended. Puig has clients in Mexico and Central HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK America and counts the presidents and OF CALIFORNIA These reductions will not only leave the former presidents of Honduras and Costa Rica among them. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES United States and Russia with more stable, survivable arsenals, but will also help achieve He also supplies guayaberas to most of the Wednesday. June 17, 1992 important nuclear nonproliferatio!l goals, such leading· figures in the exile community, in­ cluding· Miami Mayor Xavier Suarez. Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, ·1 wish to com­ as a successful extension of the Non-Prolifera­ Puig now runs his business in Little Ha­ mend President Bush and President Yeltsin tion Treaty in 1995 and a strengthening of the vana at La Casa de las Guayaberas, 5840 SW for their agreement to reduce the strategic nu- International Atomic Energy Agency. Eighth St. at Narcoa Plaza. 15266 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 There, specialist guayabera makers manu­ will be holding its centennial on June 20, There I met Mayor David Dinkins, the facture the shirts using old Singer sewing 1992, at the Holiday Inn in my hometown of Lubavitcher Rebbe, the Hasidic and black machines. Flint, MI. local leaders. Meetings between neighbors "I prefer using the old machines because The officers and members of the Order of provided for no meeting of minds. Hard feel­ they are more precise than modern tech­ ings spread and bitterness sinks in. Like nology," Puig said. "That is the secret." the Elks are known throughout the community stones in the mosaic, the neighbors don't for their charitable work in veterans hospitals. Mr. Speaker, I commend Ramon Puig for move-not geographically, and clearly not The Order of the Elks was a major contributor his hard work and perseverance, and I con­ emotionally. to the restoration of the Statue of Liberty and New Yorkers, more than others, try harder gratulate him on his remarkable success. has been an active supporter of the drug in the bitter competition for success and to awareness program in our community. avoid the humiliation of failure. Even those who are successful, living on top of the ADDRESSING THE FUTURE OF The Order of the Elks played a key role in the creation of Flag Day. Each year Flint world, suffer from a fear of heights. They HONG KONG look into the abyss of sudden downfall and Lodge No. 222 celebrates Flag Day with the are afraid of joining those who have tripped. HON. PHIUP M. CRANE Elks dedication to the flag of the United Only the homeless, to whom New York has States. The Elks have pledged to quicken the developed a sad numbness, seem to pose no OF ILLINOIS spirit of American patriotism. threat. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Each year, the Flint Lodge honors our Na­ In the race for survival and pursuit of hap­ Wednesday, June 17, 1992 tion's mothers in accordance with the grand piness, one never stops. Time, like every­ thing else, is money. A New York phone con­ Mr. CRANE. Mr. Speaker, I have been lodge program. They continue to staff and maintain a retirement home for Elk members. versation is the shortest in the world. It is deeply honored with an invitation to address a merely a transaction of self-interest. "What select group of members of the British Par­ On the first Sunday in December, the lodge can I do for you?" Is synonymous with liament on the subject of the future of Hong hosts a memorial ceremony honoring their "don't waste my time." Kong following the transfer of governing au­ brothers that have passed away. When I innocently responded to an invita­ thority from Great Britain to mainland China in Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I tion, "We must have lunch sometime," the 1997. stand before you today, asking you and my reaction was total bewilderment. Since then, As the sole representative of the U.S. Con­ fellow Members of Congress to honor the I have improved my New York English. In an Michigan Elks Association Flint Lodge No. elevator one says, "Hope you have a nice gress invited to address this group, and as day." The rhetorical wish for a neighbor is, ranking Republican on the Trade Subcommit­ 222. For over 100 years they have stood firm­ "Hope all is well." To everybody you say, tee and chairman of the Washington Friends ly behind their commitment to protect, pro­ "You're looking good." Sound bites make of Hong Kong, I have accepted this invitation. mote, and enhance the human dignity of all people feel good and life more efficient. Lip However, because of my acceptance, I am Americans. service for a better environment. hereby notifying the Speaker that I will not be A DIPLOMAT'S DISPASSION AND COMPASSION present for votes that may occur on the House A VISITOR'S TRIBUTE TO THE In an Irish bar, you can see an elderly lady with a sad expression on her face singing a floor on Thursday, June 18. JOYS OF NEW YORK I look forward to the opportunity to ex­ happy song. The anonymity grants her free­ change concerns and information with my Brit­ dom, the freedom to be miserable, the free­ ish colleagues on a subject that is near and HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN dom to be a star for a moment. OF NEW YORK The other night, after a glamorous recep­ dear to their hearts as well as ours. Hong tion at the Pierre, I rushed to a game at Kong is in many ways the jewel of the Pacific IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Madison Square Garden in my tuxedo. In any rim. It is one of our major trading partners Wednesday, June 17, 1992 other city I would have been "arreste-d" by and, understandably, both Great Britain and Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, today I the eyes of fellow spectators. In this place no the United States have concerns with respect one, seems out of place. Everyone is on his would like to submit an article from the New to how our friendship and trading relationship own, yet together. York Times which was written by a remarkable will be affected following the transfer of gov­ New York is the one place in the world man, Consul General Uri Savir of Israel. The erning authority. where a stranger feels he belongs, yet he re­ mains anonymous. You don't have to share Although businesses and individuals from article is a moving and eloquent account of life in the "City that Never Sleeps"-New York. "your" New York. No one cares, no one is around the"~untry, and from my own home ALONE-AND TOGETHER-IN NEW YORK CITY jealous. You can suffer-few will interfere. A State of Illinois, have expressed concerns togetherness of individually, a symphony of about our future trading relationship with Hong (By Uri Savir) disarmony, somehow turned together by the Kong, I remain hopeful. I believe that contin­ Many New Yorkers speak to me of the de­ pace of the merry-go-round. More than New ued dialogue between Hong Kong's major cline, even the decay, of their city. Yet, four York inspires it energizes to create. For ex­ trading partners and mainland China will en­ years as an accidental tourist have left me ample, the Met, the Met and the Mets. rather unimpressed by their remarks about sure that the Sino-British Joint Declaration will So while Paris gets to your heart, London the sundown of the city that never sleeps. to your mind, and Jerusalem to your soul, be faithfully adhered to and that the character Even a sheltered diplomat is not unaware New York gets into your veins, a lifetime of that great enclave of capitalism, Hong of the economic crisis, the social injustice, that becomes part of you more than you be­ Kong, will remain unchanged. the cruel roots and consequences of crime. come part of it. New York has a life of its Mr. Speaker, I hope that I will be able tore­ To live in New York is to live through the own, its own pulse, which beats just a bit port back to my colleagues in the House of contradictions of life itself, only with great­ faster than that of its inhabitants. Representatives that the leaders and people er force and energy than in any other city in of Great Britain share my hope and that they the world. If you love life, you love New are willing to work with us to ensure that Hong York. / TEODORO MOSCOSO OF PUERTO As a ci~1zen of the tormented Middle East, RICO: 1910-92 Kong's future is bright. who is pr'eparing to return home, I often ad­ mire New York's special blend of colors, reli­ gious, languages. The multitudes of people HON. ANTONIO J. COWRADO CONGRESSMAN KILDEE HONORS force a respect for individuality and privacy. OF PUERTO RICO THE MICHIGAN ELKS ASSOCIATION Everybody is a minority member, yet at IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES home. Co-existence is like New York traffic, HON. DALE E. KILDEE anarchy with unique rules of the game: drive Wednesday, June 17,1992 and let drive. · Mr. COLORADO. Mr. Speaker, I rise in OF MICHIGAN Collectively, the minorities often find IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES great sadness today to inform my colleagues themselves at odds with each other-blacks of the unfortunate passing on Monday of one Wednesday, June 17, 1992 and Jews, for instance. These two peoples have suffered persecution, yet the bridge be­ of the true giants of the Puerto Rico su~ss Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you tween them is shaky. story and a man well known in WashingtOh today to pay tr.ibute to the Michigan Elks Asso­ I have been to fruitful dialogues between diplomatic circles and in Latin America. When ciation Flint Lodge No. 222. The Flint Lodge them and I have been to Crown Heights. T eodoro Moscoso died in San Juan yesterday, · June 17, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 15267 at age 81, it truly marked the end of an era Indeed, Mr. Speaker, we hear much these understand the value that our young people in Puerto Rico. Don T eodoro was the architect days in Washington about legislation to create hold. They have seen the terrors that drugs of the remarkable, New Deal-type Operation enterprise zones in the United States, but I provoke and they have taken a stand for these Bootstrap process of rapid economic develop­ daresay few of my colleagues know-though young people and their futures. Their work in ment that so transformed Puerto Rico from its Housing and Urban Development Secretary our community is priceless, and I am proud to former Poorhouse of the Caribbean status to Jack Kemp does know, and publicly acknowl­ honor them. that of much-envied economic giant in the re­ edges-that this novel proposal has its origins gion. in Puerto Rico's Operation Bootstrap eco­ I was fortunate, Mr. Speaker, to eventually nomic miracle that Teodoro Moscoso so ener­ RECOVERING COSTS IN A follow T eodoro Moscoso as administrator of getically pursued and brought about with such COMPETITIVE POWER MARKET Puerto Rico's Economic Development Admin­ spectacular success. Perhaps, Mr. Speaker, istration, known in Spanish as Fomento, but this is one of Don T eodoro's greatest legacies. HON. BOB STIJMP few people could exceed the accomplishments Persons with the stature and enormous of this great and visionary man. T eodoro OF ARIZONA achievements of T eodoro Moscoso do not IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Moscoso was the dynamic man who, along come on the scene very often, and when they with our legendary Governor the late Luis inevitably depart, the world is diminished as a Wednesday, June 17, 1992 Munoz Marin, transformed a poverty-stricken, result. But the spirit of a T eodoro Moscoso Mr. STUMP. Mr. Speaker, I offer my com­ agrarian island of the 1940's and 1950's into lives on, Mr. Speaker, and all of us in the mendations to Dr. C.M. Perkins, general man­ a vibrant, predominantly industrialized society Family of Man are enhanced as a result of this ager of the Salt River project, for his efforts at that became the model for developing coun­ remarkable man's vision and determination. encouraging international cooperation and un­ tries in the Third World-through the Point He was, indeed, a man for all seasons. derstanding in matters of electric energy, rec­ Four Program-a decade or so later. Some lamation, and water delivery. persons have compared this period in the Last month, Dr. Perkins traveled to Milan, 1940's in Puerto Rico to President Franklin D. COALITION OF ffiSPANIC Italy; and Prague; Czechoslovakia, to meet Roosevelt's First Hundred Days. BUSINESSES AGAINST DRUGS It was T eodoro Moscoso who also built the with European government officials and utility Caribe Hilton Hotel when few people gave the administrators about the competitive forces idea of a new resort hotel in San Juan much HON. ILEANA RQS.LEHTINEN that are reshaping power markets in the of a chance in the 1950's. It was T eodoro OF FLORIDA Southwestern United States and globally. As Moscoso- who was instrumental in attracting IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the largest water supplier in Arizona and the Pablo Casals to Puerto Rico and in the subse­ Wednesday, June 17, 1992 second largest publicly owned utility in the quent founding of the world-class Casals Fes­ United States, the Salt River project has had Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I would tival. It was T eodoro Moscoso whom President a longstanding commitment to hosting inter­ like to acknowledge the members of the Coali­ Kennedy appointed as United States Ambas­ national exchanges on water and . power is­ tion of Hispanic Businesses Against Drugs for sador to Venezuela, the first Puerto Rican so sues. In 1991, for example, Salt River project their work throughout the Miami community. named. It was Teodoro Moscoso whom Presi­ arranged meetings, exchanges, and tours of Their commitment and dedication to drug free dent Kennedy also appointed as the first Coor­ its facilities for more than 698 visitors from 63 neighborhoods is an example to all business dinator of the Alliance for Progress Program in foreign countries. and community leaders. Latin America. Mr. Speaker, much could be said on Salt The list could go on, Mr. Speaker. His ac­ The Coalition of Hispanic Businesses River project's unique heritage, its history as complishments in the private and public sec­ Against Drugs is made up of community lead­ one of the Nation's oldest reclamation projects tors are as considerable as they are varied. ers who have personally taken on the war and its importance to the people of central Ari­ But for those of us privileged to know Don against drugs. Members of Miami's Victoria zona. Of more immediate note, however, are T eodoro well, we knew him as a man for all Hospital and of the Latin Chamber of Com­ the innovative approaches that it has taken to seasons, a cultured, erudite, and compas­ merce [CAMACOL] have joined forces to com­ meet critical needs in one of the fastest grow­ sionate human being equally at home in the bat the evils of drugs in our schools and ing regions in the United States. Puerto Rico he loved so well as in the salons neighborhoods. A valuable perspective is to be gained from and classical music halls of Europe or New They understand the dangers of drug use, remarks that Dr. Perkins made in a May 4 ad­ York. In this age of amateurs who do not al­ they know the damage drugs have done to dress to Milan's Azienda Energetica ways know they are amateurs, T eodoro our children and they'Ve seen the dreams of a Municipale. I am pleased to enter into the Moscoso was the consummate professional, young generation vanish before their eyes. RECORD selected excerpts from his speech: The serious drug problem in our Nation has the pharmacist from Ponce by way of the Uni­ RECOVERING COSTS IN A COMPETITIVE POWER versity of Michigan, the can-do tactician who prompted these community leaders to make a MARKET difference. always saw the glass as half-full, not half­ (Abbreviated text of remarks by C.M. empty. That combination-of the results-ori­ The coalition plans to create a network com­ Perkins, Ph.D) prised of various companies and organiza­ ented pragmatist and the sensitive lover of The Salt River Project's mission is to be classical music-is unusual even in the best of tions, and medical professionals to stop the the low-cost supplier of high-value energy times. abuse of drugs. The members of the partici­ and water services among our competitors. Those of us who .knew T eodoro Moscoso pating organizations assist by providing edu­ Achieving this mission in the face of in­ well also remember him as a voracious reader cation to all people and treatment to those in creased competition, economic uncertainty, of the most arcane and esoteric periodicals need. expanding global markets, developing tech­ and books from home and abroad. Among the The members of the coalition hope to in­ nologies and environmental issues requires crease awareness of the dangers of drug commitment to make difficult and critical issues which interested him with a passion, changes. Mr. Speaker, was that of overpopulation, be­ abuse through seminars and lectures. In addi­ One of the most significant challenges fac­ cause Teodoro Moscoso, the coarchitect of tion, the members of the coalition hope to pro­ ing the Salt River Project is increased com­ Puerto Rico revolution without bullets of the vide hands-on treatment and counseling pro­ petition in the utility business. To prepare, 1940's and 1950's, correctly saw that a small grams to assist those who already have a we are now managing with a greater degree island like Puerto Rico, with one of the highest problem with drugs. of resource risk, seeking more flexibility in population densities in the world, could see Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to have the op­ operations and planning, and are considering most of its efforts go down the drain unless portunity to pay tribute to these fine leaders of new ways to broaden our types of services. population growth was checked. That popu­ our community. The members of the steering As competition increases, quality cus­ committee for the coalition include: Dr. Pedro tomer service continues to be a priority. We lation growth has in fact been slowed in Puer­ consistent ly wor k to better understand what to Rico, Mr. Speaker, but it is still a serious Rodriguez, Ms. Ana Mederos, and Ms. Marivi services our 550,000 residential and commer­ problem, and one which overlays many of the Prado of Victoria Hospital as well as Mr. Luis cial customers want and we realign resources issues, both in Washington and in San Juan, Sabines, Mr. Tony Rivas, and Mr. Hector and personnel to maintain and improve lev­ concerning the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. Gasca of CAMACOL. These individuals truly els of customer satisfaction. 15268 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 On the waterside of operations, we expect The bonds generally carry 15-year maturities about $54 million to help construct a 500 to expand our traditional role of providing and federal taxes and, with a 6.3 interest kilovolt transmission line extending for 260 storage, transportation and delivery of water rate, guarantee that investors in high tax miles from Phoenix to southern Nevada. This at low cost. Partnerships with municipalities brackets will receive the taxable-equivalent line, known as Mead-Phoenix, will link the and other entitles are another way that we yield of nearly 10 percent. northwestern and southwestern regions of address emerging concerns about water qual­ By selling these bonds directly to Arizona the U.S. The project's overall cost is $340 ity. investors, with no underwriters, the investor million. Salt River Project will operate the In addition to water issues, environmental saves on commissions and Salt River Project line once construction is complete. issues remain a paramount concern. To con­ pays no underwriting fees. To establish li­ Like other U.S. utilities, we have trimmed tribute to scientific understanding of envi­ quidity in this market, we stand ready tore­ our workforce to ensure that our product is ronmental matters for both corporate and purchase these bonds on demand. sold at a competitive price. In two separate public purposes, we support a variety of re­ Since internally generated funds will cover workforce reductions over the last three search activities and regularly communicate the vast majority of our capital spending years, we eliminated about 1,100 positions. scientific information and results to cus­ needs for the next six years, we will reduce This amounts to a reduction of about 19 per­ tomers, employees and shareholders. our reliance on the bond market. Neverthe­ cent. We were not the first utility to initiate Because our customers and the public at less, we intend to continue our successful workforce reductions and, judging from the large expect institutions like the Salt River minibond program. Indeed, we plan to sell newspapers, we have not been the last either. Project to assume responsibility for the en­ about $30 million of minibonds for each of These reductions have resulted in shrink­ vironment, we focus our activities to provide the next six fiscal years. ing operation and maintenance expenses. the greatest benefit to customers and share­ The U.S. Congress and State public utility Capital outlays have been cut by about $100 holders. commissions have injected a healthy dose of million per year, while operation and main­ To compete effectively, we seek employees competition into the power generation busi­ tenance costs have been cut by approxi­ with high-caliber multiple skills who possess ness over the last 15 years. Electric utilities mately $57 million per year. Though we are deployment flexibility. Special efforts are are no longer the only companies that build not content to rest on past accomplish­ taken to train and retain employees to meet and operate generating stations. Lowering ments, we are prepared to meet the chal­ shifting demands. Supervisory staff receive customer's electric bills was the reason law­ lenges posed by the new, more competitive additional cross-functional training in dif­ makers and regulators took this first step to environment faced by our industry at large. ferent disciplines to promote flexibility and transform the industry. In conclusion, Salt River Project is com­ help prepare them for advancement. U.S. lawmakers and regulators are taking mitted to a program based on four inter­ Like many other electric utilities in the the next logical step, arguing that consum­ related elements. They are the four "Cs"­ United States, our planned capital outlays ers cannot enjoy the full fruits of competi­ Costs, Competition, Customer Service and for transmission and distribution will far tive power generation unless utilities open Community Responsibility. outweigh expected capital outlays for gen­ their transmission systems for use by their Behind these principles is the simple pre­ eration over the next several years. Our neighboring utilities as well as by non-util­ cept that the economic growth and develop­ most significant task is not in generating ity power producers. In the natural gas pipe­ ment of our region cannot occur unless reli­ the electricity-it is in moving it around the line industry, this process is known as open able supplies of water and power are avail­ State of Arizona and the southwestern Unit­ access. We at Salt River Project believe that able at reasonable cost. ed States. an analogous regulatory framework will To ensure reliability, we rely on surveys Between now and 1998, we plan to spend soon be enacted by federal and state officials and various performance indicators to rate about $779 million on our transmission and as a way to deliver to ratepayers additional our competitive standing, system efficiency, benefits of competition. per unit costs, safety performance and levels distribution system. This amounts to some To reduce costs, meanwhile, we have devel­ 43 percent of our capital budget for that pe­ of employee and customer satisfaction. riod. By contrast, about $320 million over 17 oped several new rate plans to take advan­ Measures of service value, economic value, percent of our capital spending will go to tage of our customers' different power use workplace and community considerations patterns. Among choices, we offer time-of­ guide most decisions affecting our company power generation over the next six years. use rates where the charges vary according With no generating facilities planned or operations and policy making. to our peak and off-peak hours. We also offer Beyond this, we believe our customers and under construction and an adequate reserve real-time rates which vary according to the margin, SRP's capital needs are lower now state have a right to expect good citizenship than they have been for some years. cost to produce power at a particular time. on the part of businesses and major corpora­ Major U.S. bond-rating agencies like Other options include standby rate for cus­ tions. To meet that expectation, we place tomers who can use interruptible power, and Standard & Poor's and Moodys Investor's special emphasis on community responsibil­ Service have given a AA rating to SRP's $3.3 declining and inclining block rates which de­ ity programs aimed at benefiting our billion of outstanding debt. Maintaining this crease or increase as energy usage varies. schools, cultural resources, environment and Another way we work to keep our rates local economic development efforts. rating is important to ensuring retained ac­ low is by taking advantage of the supply and cess to capital at reasonable cost. As other We believe, in sum, that a company cannot demand fundamentals in our region's bulk fulfill its mission if it is unable to deliver public power utilities, Salt River Project is power market. Many utilities-ourselves in­ not a publicly traded company. We do not the goods. We think leadership, whether cor­ cluded-had very strong electric demand porate or personal, means leading by exam­ issue stock. That is why continued access to growth in the 1980s. Annual peak demand the bond markets on reasonable terms is a ple. It is a premise we are committed to car­ growth of six or seven percent was not un­ rying out. By that commitment, we intend­ top priority for us. common. More than 80 percent of our capital spend­ Some utilities, thinking this trend would together with our community-to continue ing budget will be funded with internally­ continue, began building new generating ca­ to make a distinct difference in Arizona's fu­ generated cash over the next six years. We pacity. In many cases, those large and expen­ ture. will have the funds to cover our debt service sive power plants were completed at pre­ obligations more than twice over, and we cisely the time that the local economy plum­ will have an average of nearly $200 million in meted, taking electric demand growth with AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES cash flow. These are indications of our finan­ it. Currently, the southwestern U.S. has too ACT RESULTS IN ENORMOUS FI­ cial well-being, and should help us maintain many megawatts chasing too little demand. NANCIAL BURDEN a AA rating. High costs, restrictive environmental regu­ When we planned our capital budget, we lations and a deteriorating infrastructure listened to Wall Street as well as Main have caused people and businesses to leave HON. DAN BURTON Street. Like many other municipal borrow­ California, thereby reducing power demand OF INDIANA ers, our tax-exempt bonds are issued in de­ in that state. California, once a larger buyer IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nominations of $5,000. That large a face value of bulk power from southwestern utilities, Wednesday, June 17, 1992 poses a difficult dilemma for individual in­ has scaled its purchases back dramatically. vestors. Many are unable to commit to an in­ The fundamentals of the bulk power mar­ Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, vestment in large $5,000 denominations. ke.t present Salt River Project with many want to alert you and my other colleagues to With this in mind, we developed or opportunities to purchase power at less than yet another example of the costly con­ minibond program more than a decade ago to it would cost to build new generating sta­ sequences of excessive congressional and allow individual investors to buy bonds cli­ tions. As a consequence, we do not plan to rectly from Salt River Project in denomina­ build any new base stations for at least a Federal regulation. tions of $500. To date, we have sold more decade. I was recently contacted by Jerry Reighley, than $250 million of these bonds, including a Instead, we are building transmission fa­ president of the Lawrence Parks Board of record $52 million offering earlier this year. cilities and in the near future, will spend Recreation in Lawrence, IN, in my district, re- June 17, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 15269 garding the enormous financial burden placed LAWRENCE PARKS BOARD Picnic tables ...... 500 OF RECREATION, Restroom facility ...... 10,000 upon them in order to comply with the Ameri­ ---- cans with Disabilities Act [ADA]. For the city of Indianapolis, IN, April 8, 1992. Total cost ...... 29,400 Lawrence's eight parks to comply with the Congressman DAN BURTON, minimum requirements of the ADA by it Congress of the United States, House of Rep­ 1993, resentatives, Washington, DC. Charney Park, 4902 Charney Ave- will cost the city $250,000. They obviously do Re: American With Disabilities Act. nue: not have these extra resources currently avail­ HONORABLE DAN BURTON: The Lawrence Picnic site ...... $500 able. As a result, Lawrence will be susceptible Parks and Recreation Department has done Signage ...... 200 to the possibility of lawsuits to determine if Paths ...... 10,000 a preliminary survey of the seven parks in Playground equipment ...... 2,000 they are considered liable for their lack of ad­ our system and the Veteran's Park to come herence with the law. In addition, this quarter Playground surfacing ...... 7,000 on line in 1993. To meet some of the mini­ Accessible deck and ramp ...... 5,000 of a million dollars reflect only one aspect of mum requirements of the American With ---- the cost of compliance with the ADA for the Disabilities Act will cost an estimated Total cost ...... 24,700 taxpayers of Lawrence. The $250,000 does $250,400.00. Under the present Uni-Gov stat­ not include the expenses to be incurred by the ute Lawrence does not receive any of the Explorer Park, 5205 North other sectors of local, county, and State gov­ Marion County Parks money. We can not Richardt Street: raise property taxes to fund this expense ei­ Picnic site ...... $500 ernments, let alone the entire private sector, in ther. complying with the ADA. . Signage ...... 200 We feel the Americans With Disabilities Paths ...... 5,000 No one, especially me, is against including Act is a very necessary act, and will do our Playground equipment ...... 2,000 disabled Americans into all facets of life. We best to comply, but are at a loss as to where Playground surfacing ...... 15,000 should strive to incorporate everyone as much to get funding. ---- as possible, and I am not arguing here against At this time I must ask you to introduce Total cost ...... 22,700 the noble goal. However, the ADA was a poor­ legislation to help fund its implementation. ly drafted attempt to do it. This law is a boon I feel this is necessary to do because of the Soccer Park, 4510 North Richardt to lawyers and a boondoggle to taxpayers and many disabled veterans and handicapped Street: the private sector. The ADA's nebulous man­ citizens in our community. These people Signage ...... 100 should not be treated as second class citi­ Playground equipment ...... 2,000 date for reasonable accommodations places a zens. Playground surfacing ...... 5,000 tremendous open-ended liability on society, We would appreciate your support in this ---- and its undue hardship exemption is a tenu­ matter. Total cost ...... 7,100 ous defense whose legitimacy only thousands Respectfully, of court cases will decide. JERRY W. B. REIGHLEY, Total cost to the Lawrence When the ADA was originally debated and President. Department of Parks and passed, congressional Democrats refused Recreation ...... 250,400 again and again to allow Republican amend­ Projected cost list to meet ADA guidelines ments that would help small businesses and Lawrence Community Park, 5301 local governments pay for the law's require­ North Franklin Road: 1992 INDIRA GHANDI AWARD HON­ ments or that would lessen the scope of the Picnic site ...... 500 ORS DARSHAN SINGH DHALIWAL law. Such amendments were called "killer Signage ...... 600 Path and trails ...... amendments" by the Democrats because they 25,000 HON. GERALD D. KLECZKA Entrance ways ...... 300 exposed the true financial and regulatory costs Playground equipment ...... 5,000 OF WISCONSIN of this Government intrusion. As Federal defi­ Playground surfacing ...... 20,000 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cits have mounted, Congress has continued to Picnic tables ...... 1,500 Wednesday, June 17, 1992 pass expensive legislation but has repeatedly Accessible van ...... 40,000 shifted the costs onto local governments and TDD telephone ...... 500 Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, I come to the the private sector. It's a safe bet that if the Staff training ...... 1,000 floor of the U.S. House of Representatives Federal Government cannot afford these far­ ---- today to recognize the achievements of a man reaching mandates, neither can States, coun­ Total cost ...... 94,400 whose industriousness and generosity are ties, or small businesses. This must stop. worthy of public note. Therefore, those who control this body must Fall Creek Park, 8725 Fall Creek Here in the people's House, we struggle on Parkway: act to correct the dilemmas faced by Law­ a daily basis with the problems and challenges Picnic site ...... 500 rence and others. If the Democrat leadership that face us as a nation and as a so.ciety. It Signage ...... 300 is easy for us to forget that for millions of peo­ continues in their indifference, the ADA's bur­ Path and trails ...... 15,000 dens will force most of America's businesses Playground equipment ...... 2,000 ple in other parts of the world, the United and local government entities to become law Playground surfacing ...... 12,000 States of America is still a land of promise, a breakers or to face serious economic distress Picnic tables ...... 800 land of opportunity, a land of hope. It is easy or to spend their few resources to prove they Dock accessibility ...... 1,000 for us to forget that many people in other parts Restroom facility ...... 10,000 of the world look at the United States and see do not have the resources to comply with the ---- law. Congress must wake up to these realities. a great deal that is right. As the old adage wisely observes, "the road Total cost ...... 41,600 One such man is Darshan Singh Dhaliwal. to hell is paved with good intentions." We Born in India in 1951, Mr. Dhaliwal emigrated Lee Road Park, 6200 Lee Road: must have more than good intentions in writ­ to the United States in 1972. He entered Mar­ Picnic site ...... 500 ing laws. We should help America's disabled, Signage ...... 200 quette University in Milwaukee, WI, to study but the fiscal sanity and rationale that go into Paths ...... 5,000 engineering. He became a citizen in 1982. the everyday decisionmaking process of Playground equipment ...... 2,000 Over a period of 15 years, through hard American families and businesses must be in­ Playground surfacing ...... 12,000 work, self-denial, and perseverance, Mr. troduced into this body's actions as well. If the Picnic tables .... :...... 800 Dhaliwal realized the American dream. Nation is going to be forced to abide by the Restroom facility ...... 10,000 Through his labor, ingenuity, and tenacity, he ADA's stringent requirements, I hope the lead­ ---- built a multi-million-dollar business-Dhaliwal ership will hear the cries of the electorate and Total cost ...... 30,500 Enterprises-which today employs 5,000 peo­ drop its resistance to assisting Lawrence and ple and posts annual profits that exceed $50 the thousands of cities and businesses across Oaklandon Playpark, 11828 East million. 65th Street: the country in similar situations who want to Picnic site ...... · . $500 While one can understandably be impressed comply with the ADA but simply cannot afford Signag·e ...... 400 by the accumulation of such a great deal of to. Paths ...... 1,000 wealth in so short a time, one is far more im­ I insert Mr. Reighley's letter into the RECORD Playground equipment ...... 2,000 pressed by the humility and decency of Mr. at this point: Playground surfacing ...... 15,000 Dhaliwal himself. 15270 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 Albert Schweitzer once said that the fun­ I know I speak for thousands of people in Langford received a degree in commercial damental principle of morality was that good West Baton Rouge Parish and the Eighth art from Florida Atlantic University in Boca consists in maintaining, promoting, and en­ Congressional District of Louisiana in wishing Raton. After graduation, she went to work for WCKT-Channel 7 (now WSVN) in Miami hancing life. By this definition, Darshan him and his family well. as a news graphics designer. She did court­ Dhaliwal is a highly moral man. room sketches. His generosity is expressed in a variety of In 1981 she became a foundi.ng member of ways. For the past 12 years, he has promoted WOMEN'S CHAMBER OF COMMERCE LeJeune Advertising. the sport of soccer among Midwestern youth SELECTS GALE LANGFORD AS "I always hoped that I'd be involved in and sponsored the Dhaliwal Mequon fall soc­ PRESIDENT something artistic," she said. "Now I'm de­ cer tournaments in which 150 to 200 teams lighted." HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN Additional interests include involvement from area schools and clubs participate. with the Miami chapter of the American He has launched a project to build an ultra­ OF FLORIDA Marketing Association and the Greater modern school in his native village of Rakhra, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Miami Chamber of Commerce. India, and donated $1 million for a new heart­ Wednesday, June 17, 1992 GOLF IS HER SPORT lung transplant hospital in Patiala, India. In Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I would She has also caught the golf bug, and likes December 1991 he made a gift of $5.3 million like to congratulate Gale Langford on her elec­ to play at least once a week. Langford's on to the Iowa Western Community College. tion as president of the Women's Chamber of target to break the 100-stoke barrier "very soon," she said. She plays with her husband, In addition he is active in both Indian and Commerce of Dade County. American re.ligious and cultural communities, Jim, who has spent the past three years The Women's Chamber of Commerce is an working for the Professional Golf Associa­ donating his time, talents, and wealth for the action agency which concentrates on women's betterment of humanity, working to unify not tion. business issues and legislative issues. Recent Langford is upbeat about the future, espe­ just persons of Indian heritage, but persons of issues in which they were involved included cially with the economy improving. all heritage. the Americans With Disabilities Act and the "I don't have a crystal ball, but I've been As you can imagine, over the past 2 years, Food and Drug Administration's rules on busy and things are picking up." Darshan Dahliwal has received numerous breast implants. Mr. Speaker, I commend Gale Langford and awards and recognitions. This year, however, Gale Langford, who spent a year as a vice the Women's Chamber of Commerce of Dade he has been chosen by Chitrahar as the recip­ president of the chamber, is the president of County for their outstanding service to the ient of the prestigious 1992 Indira Gandhi Me­ LeJeune Advertising, a full service advertising people of Florida. morial Award-an award given to the individ­ agency which she helped found in 1981. She ual who best exemplifies the qualities the late is also involved in the Miami chapter of the Prime Minister has come to represent: The American Marketing Association and the A TRIBUTE TO FATHER CAMILLO leadership, moral courage, unselfish service, Greater Miami Chamber of Commerce. L. SANTINI, C.S.S. and inspired vision that transcends all barriers The Miami Herald published an article about and strives for the fulfillment of the human po­ this outstanding woman which I ask to be in­ HON. RICHARD E. NEAL tential. cluded in the RECORD: OF MASSACHUSETTS I rise today to honor him and offer him con­ WOMEN'S CHAMBER SELECTS PRESIDENT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gratulations on receiving this award. Thank (By Charles B. Rabin) Wednesday, June 17, 1992 you Darshan for your service to humanity and After a year of waiting in the wings, Gale to our Nation. Langford has been named president of the Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, Women's Chamber of Commerce of Dade today I wish to pay tribute to Father Camillo L. County. Santini, C.S.S., who is truly an outstanding cit­ SALUTE TO SHERIFF BELVIN The chamber, which calls itself a "tri-eth­ izen from the Springfield, MA, community. Fa­ BERGERON nic action agency," picks its president each ther Santini has tirelessly served our commu­ year from a group of three vice presidents, nity as both a priest and a friend. The special one black, one Latin and one Anglo, occasion for this salutation if Father Santini's HON. CLYDE C. HOLLOWAY Langford said. OF LOUISIANA Langford succeeds Heather Molans, last 50th anniversary as an ordained priest of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES year's president. Roman Catholic Church. "The greater thing she can contribute to Father Santini was born in Vittorio Veneto, Wednesday, June 17, 1992 the chamber is her expertise in the advertis­ a small village north of Venice, Italy, in 1913, Mr. HOLLOWAY. Mr. Speaker, it is with the ing industry and her public relations know­ In 1919 he and his family emigrated to the greatest pride that I pay tribute today to a dis­ how," said Olga Aguirre-Fermandex, a cer­ United States for a chance of a new beginning tinguished Louisianian, a man who has served tified public accountant at Mallah Furman & in America. Father Santini and his family lo­ his fellow citizens, his parish, his State and Co. in Miami and a former chamber presi­ cated in the Monson area and he then at­ dent. our Nation with great distinction for some 32 The chamber meets monthly and generally tended Monson High School. Father Santini years. I am pleased today to salute Mr. Belvin has a guest speaker from the Miami business entered the seminary in 1937 in Waltham, MA, Bergeron, sheriff of West Baton Rouge Parish, community. The organization focuses on and was ordained in 1942 by Cardinal Cush­ LA, as the date of his retirement approaches. women•s· business issues and legislative is­ ing in Newton, MA. For 50 years, Father Mr. Speaker, Sheriff Bergeron will retire June sues, Langford said. She cites the Federal Santini has served both God and the people 30 at age 67. His long tenure reflects the es­ Drug Administration's recent ruling on of Springfield as a devoted member of the teem in which the voters of West Baton Rouge breast implants and the new Americans With community. Disabilities Act as examples. Parish hold him. The office which he will leave There are 40 members. "Our members in­ Mr. Speaker, Father Santini is genuinely de­ includes more than 60 employees and 75 aux­ clude a wide range of businesses," Langford serving of our recognition. After spending a iliary law enforcement officers. Sheriff said. "We have CPAs, environmentalists and brief period of his ordained life in Canada, Fa­ Bergeron recently said of his office, "I feel community activists." ther Santini returned to the United States and sure I am going to miss it, but I also feel sure RUNS AN AD AGENCY devoted his time and effort to the people of I am going to get along without it." Mr. Speak­ Langford, 39, is president of LeJeune Ad­ Springfield. Father Santini has spent 43 of his er, the distinguished sheriff of West Baton vertising. The full-service Miami agency 50 years as a man of the cloth in the Spring­ Rouge Parish surely will get along with his of­ opened in 1981 and has four employees. Cli­ field diocese. Father Santini has been a priest fice, but the office will not be the same without ents include Arlington Industries in Miami in the Pittsfield Church as well as the Sacred him. He has served his parish and her people and Mitek Industries in St. Louis. Heart Church in Springfield. Father Santini "We're surviving," Langford said, referring with energy, commitment, skill and ability. I am now presides over the Mount Carmel parish in to the recent recession. "It has been a toug·h proud to pay tribute to his years of service time, but we're sensing light. We've manag·ed Springfield and his contributions to the Spring­ today. Belvin Bergeron's many years in office to carve a little niche with the industrial field community have been immeasurable. are a credit to his political ability, personal market and that has helped us get by the Father Santini, while performing his regular popularity and his ability to. get the job done. past two years." duties at Mount Carmel, is also involved in ac- June 17, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 15271 tivities to promote communal harmony. Father For many years, I have been working with was established in 1984, the Blackstone River Santini is a participating member of the the State and local governments, private indi­ Valley National Heritage Corridor established Springfield chapter of the Knights of Colum­ viduals, and private groups to look for ways­ in 1986, and the Delaware and Lehigh Naviga­ bus. He is also a member of the Holy Name either individually or collectively-to preserve tion Canal National Heritage Corridor estab­ Society. His activities in the Sierra Club help and protect this unique area. In 1988, as lished in 1988, provide excellent models for recruit young men into the priesthood. chairman of the Oversight and Investigations cooperative Federal, State, local, and private Mr. Speaker, it is heartening to know there Subcommittee of the House Committee on In­ partnerships for protecting important historical, are still people who are willing to sacrifice for terior and Insular Affairs, I conducted a field cultural, and natural resources. the benefit of others. Father Santini has de­ hearing to assess the situation in Connecticut, Mr. Speaker, in these times of tight budgets, voted his life to the service, guidance, and as­ the need for additional parks, recreation areas we are no longer able to simply acquire huge sistance of others. The diocese of Springfield and open space in Connecticut, and to look at tracts of land and expect that the resources has chosen to honor Father Santini's achieve­ different options for preservation, whether they will be adequately maintained and interpreted. ments with a mass dedicated to him on Sun­ be private efforts, State efforts, Federal efforts The heritage corridor can provide a cost-effec­ day, June 21, 1992, with a reception to follow. or some combination. tive means of protecting important resources He has given so much to our community that In that hearing, we learned a great deal, not like the Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers by I could not forgo this opportunity to express only about the mood of the people and the working closely with the local communities and extreme gratitude and appreciation for all the area's important resources, but about what providing technical expertise in managing and years of service Father Santini has contributed preservation options might work and their limi­ interpreting historical and cultural resources. to the Springfield community. tations both technically and financially. Per­ Mr. Speaker, when we first came up with haps the most important thing we learned is the idea to establish a national heritage cor­ that there is overwhelming concern across the ridor or some mechanism to preserve the im­ INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION State about the lack of parks, recreation portant natural and historical resources -in the TO ESTABLISH QUINEBAUG AND areas, and open space in Connecticut and region, we went to the local leaders to get SHETUCKET RIVERS VALLEY NA­ about the loss of natural and historic re­ their input, to further discuss what they wanted TIONAL HERITAGE CORRIDOR sources that give Connecticut its unique quali­ done, and what kind of commitment were they ties. Of the 23 witnesses from the environ­ willing to make. The response was quick and HON. SAM GEJDENSON mental community, government, and industry extremely positive. All of the local elected offi­ OF CONNECTICUT that appeared or submitted testimony, without cials we talked to were enthusiastic about get­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES exception, all expressed deep concern about ting involved, and numerous groups ap­ proached me about what they could do to Wednesday, June 17, 1992 the potential loss of important natural, historic, and cultural resources. help. Within months, and independent Herit­ Mr. GEJDENSON. Mr. Speaker, it is with We also discovered that the State of Con­ age Corridor Advisory Committee formed it­ great pride that I rise today to introduce legis­ necticut lags far behind the other northeastern self, and through the leadership of John Bo­ lation to establish the Quinebaug and States in the amount of land set aside for pub­ land, Marge Hoskins, Nini Davis, Bob Miller, Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage lic recreation. The Northeastern States have and others, has been instrumental in spread­ Corridor in Connecticut. I urge my colleagues an average of 294 acres of public recreation ing the word about the corridor and what it to join me in support of this important and long land per 1,000 residents. Connecticut has less would mean. In many cases, after the initial overdue legislation. than 100 acres of public land per 1,000 resi­ excitement wears off and the real work begins, Designating the Quinebaug and Shetucket dents, about one-third the average of the other interest can fade. This group of exceptional Rivers Valley as a heritage corridor will pro­ Northeastern States. In addition, the amount and dedicated individuals was different. At­ vide a management framework to assist the of State-owned forest land in Connecticut has tendance at their monthly meetings, for exam­ State, regional, and local governments and the declined by 50 percent since 1950. ple, grew to the point where they had to break public in preserving and protecting -one of the The State of Connecticut ranks dead last up into subcommittees to work on different most culturally, historically, recreationally and among the 50 States in the amount of Federal projects. Throughout the early days, when environmentally unique, and significant areas lands such as national parks, forests, recre­ they were asked to do some nonglamorous in the United States. ation areas, or wildlife areas within its borders. tasks that are necessary, interest never As development pressures mount and as Until last year, when the Weir Farm in Wilton · waned. When we were ready to draft a bill, the suburbs of the major cities of the North­ and Ridgefield was established as a national the advisory committee presented a draft to east, like New York, Hartford, Providence, and historic site, the State of Connecticut had no me which I used as a model Boston expand, it is increasingly important that national park units. Now with authorization of During the course of our discussions with we protect some of the most significant un­ the Weir Farm, there are 2 acres of land man­ the advisory committee and State and local spoiled and undeveloped areas in the North­ aged by the National Park Service. leaders, we looked at various State, Federal, eastern United States. The Quinebaug and Equally as important as the desire to protect and local preservation options, but found them Shetucket River Valley is such an area. important resources in Connecticut is the level to be unacceptable or deficient. In particular, This region of northeastern Connecticut has of uneasiness about the Federal Government we investigated the Wild and Scenic River remained largely unspoiled. In addition to the coming in and taking control over State re­ Program, but found it to be inadequate and rural landscapes, beautiful rivers, and open sources. More than 20 years ago, Senator too restrictive for our needs. It did not provide space, there are enormous discovered and Abraham Ribicoff proposed to establish a na­ the kind of flexibility we need to protect the re­ undiscovered Indian and colonial archeological tional recreation area at the mouth of the Con­ sources while protecting economic develop­ sites. Excellent water quality makes this area necticut River. And while there was strong ment opportunities near the rivers, due to the prime for swimming, boating, and other rec­ support for protecting the scenic qualities of quarter-mile boundary requirements associ­ reational activities. There are also a significant the river, there was great uneasiness on the ated with it. It would also have restricted water number of historic and architecturally signifi­ part of the local community at the thought of resources activities, such as the flood control cant mill structures that played a vital role in having a Federal park in their midst, and most project on the Yantic River begun by the Soil the industrial development of the United importantly the idea that the Federal Govern­ Conservation Service in 1983. Worst of all, it States and represent an extremely important ment would come in and take over control of would give significant control of eastern Con­ part of the history of this country. The eastern Connecticut. Despite the desire to pro­ necticut's lands and water to the Federal Gov­ Quinebaug and Shetucket River Valley also tect resources, this uneasiness defeated the ernment at the expense of the local commu­ represents one of the most impOrtant areas of project. nity. the American cultural evolution during the pre­ Since that time, Congress and the National Then, in 1989, at my request, the National war colonial period, leading the transformation Park Service have come up with an innova­ Park Service staff toured the Quinebaug and from Puritan to Yankee, the "~reat Awaken­ tive, cost-effective, and cooperative approach Shetucket Rivers region to evaluate the fea­ ing" religious revival and the Nation's early po­ to natural resource protection called the na­ sibility of designating the area as a national litical development up to and during the War tional heritage corridor. The Illinois and Michi­ heritage corridor. The Park Service staff con­ of Independence. gan Canal National Heritage Corridor, which cluded that the region had great potential for 15272 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 recreation and site interpretation due to its largest 18th century cotton mills, the first natural, historic, cultural, archeological, and abundance of outstanding 19th century mills, paper mill in the colonies, the site of the first recreational resources. I urge my colleagues mill villages, and beautiful landscapes, but that cut nail manufacturing facility in North Amer­ to join me in thus supporting this important further study was required to adequately de­ ica, and the birthplaces of Samuel Huntington legislation. termine the area's potential for Federal des­ and William Williams, both signers of the Dec­ ignation. Later that year, the National Park laration of Independence. Service North Atlantic Region began what was You will also find the Prudence Crandall JOSEPHINE TOMANCIK intended to be a 1-year study to determine ap­ House in Canterbury, where in 1833, Pru­ propriate and effective resource management dence Crandall opened the first teacher-train­ HON. HOWARD WOLPE strategy suited to the needs of the region's re­ ing school for black girls. The trouble that she OF MICHIGAN sources and its people. Unfortunately, now 3 faced became world renowned and she was a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years later, that study has not been completed symbol for the abolitionist movement in the Wednesday, June 17, 1992 or released. Even after numerous requests to United States. the Secretary of Interior and the Undersecre­ The Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers Valley Mr. WOLPE. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to tary for Fish, Wildlife and Parks, the Park was the area where Uncas, most well-known honor a person of exceptional achievement Service continues to delay with little prospect from the book "Last of the Mohicans," by and accomplishment. that the study will ever be completed. James Fenimore Cooper, lived and died. Josephine Tomancik will retire from the Mr. Speaker, we tried to proceed with this Uncas Leap or Yantic Falls in Norwich was State of Michigan's department of transpor­ project by the book. We waited 3 years for the the site of the famous battle between the Mo­ tation, on April 30, 1992, after 50 years of 1-year study to be completed, but unfortu­ hegan Indians and the Narragansett Indians of continuous employment. Ms. Tomancik has nately the Park Service continued to play Rhode Island. achieved the longest service record by any games. Every several months they would Furthermore, and of particular interest to employee within the department. Since 1942 promise that the study would be ready soon. me, is the recreational potential of the area. her cheerful countenance and friendly smile After 3 years, we have been more than pa­ There are an almost unlimited number of de­ have greeted thousands of visitors who have tient. It is unfortunate that the Park Service veloped or underdeveloped recreational oppor­ passed by her work station. continues to stall on this project. Time and tunities. In recent years, the State of Connecti­ Josephine Tomancik is a spirited lady who again, we in the Interior Committee consider cut has done a tremendous job in improving set this service goal because she loves her legislation to designate areas as nationally sig­ the water quality of a good part of both the work. Her determination has been an inspira­ nificant, and each time, the administration ob­ Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers, making tion throughout the department. Her col­ jects. This time, we tried to play by their rules, them good for swimming and fishing, canoeing leagues responded to her dedication with sup­ but it is now extremely clear that no report will and boating. In addition, there are numerous port and affection to help her achieve her come. areas that are excellent for hiking as well as landmark record of service. That is why I am rising today. The people of for the development of scenic, natural, and Like so many exceptional employees, Jose­ Connecticut have worked very hard, research­ historic trails. phine T omancik is not without a role model. ing and sup~orting this designation, and it is If this area had just a few of these important She fondly recalls Evagene Szczukowski, her time for us to recognize this area. During the resources, it might be a manageable project mentor and inspirator. Evagene retired from Columbus Day weekend in October 1991, for the State or local governments to handle. the department's Alpena district office in 1975 more than 4,000 people came to Walking However, with so many important sites to with 48 years of consecutive State service. Weekend events throughout the corridor, to manage, mills to restore, recreational areas to Mr. Speaker, I hope my colleagues will join draw attention to the important resources of develop, historic sites, mills and houses to in­ me in congratulating Josephine. She has set a the Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers Valley. terpret, this is a job that far exceeds the ex­ remarkable example of loyalty, dedication, and This far exceeded anyone's expectations, at pertise and resources of the State or local service of which her family, her friends, and nearly every event, coordinators ran out of governments. However, designation of this the department of transportation can be proud. hand-out materials providing further evidence area as a national heritage corridor would be I wish her many more years of happiness. of the strong support for the project. a cooperative and extremely cost-effective Mr. Speaker, some critics may contend that way to do it. The heritage corridor designation the Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers Valley will provide a cooperative framework, where FISK RECEIVES AWARD FOR was not the first industrial area, it is not the Federal, State and local governments, in con­ ARCHITECURAL AND RESTORA­ most important recreation area, and it may not junction with the community, work together to TION PROJECTS contain the oldest archeological resources. protect and preserve the important resources And while it could be hard to contend with that exist in this area. HON. BOB CLEMOO that, what makes the Quinebaug and This legislation has gained widespread sup­ OF TENNESSEE Shetucket Rivers Valley so important is that port, having been unanimously endorsed by IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES no other area has the combination of re­ the Heritage Corridor Advisory Committee. It sources enjoyed by this area. has also been endorsed by the Governor and · Wednesday, June 17, 1992 Several years ago, the President's Commis­ the State of Connecticut, the Northeastern Mr. CLEMENT. Mr. Speaker, I would like to sion on Americans Outdoors reported that Connecticut Council of Governments, the extend my heartfelt congratulations to Fisk families are taking shorter vacations and are Windham Regional Planning Agency, the University, which recently was awarded two depending on close-to-home recreation op­ Southeastern Connecticut Regional Planning major awards in recognition of its restored his­ tions. The Quinebaug and Shetucket region Agency, the Northeast Connecticut Visitors torical campus buildings and its architectural would provide that to a significant population District, the Quinebaug Rivers Association, the preservations. I am equally proud that the of the country. No other area, particularly in Windham Textile and History Museum, the As­ Congress has played a major role in these ef­ the eastern United States, offers the combina­ sociation of Northeastern Connecticut Histori­ forts by providing funds through the National tion of historic mill structures, native American, cal Societies, and other environmental and Park Service for these restorations. and precolonial archeological sites, and unde­ historic preservation groups. The first award was presented by the Vic­ veloped recreational opportunities and histori­ Mr. Speaker, designation of the Quinebaug torian Society of America during its recent na­ cally important resources. This relatively un­ and Shetucket Rivers Valley National Heritage tional convention in Nashville. The Victorian spoiled and historically rich area lies within a Corridor is an extremely important measure. Society, which is headquartered in Philadel­ 2-hour drive of the major metropolitan areas of Through this bill, we will be able to preserve phia, presented Fisk with its National Preser­ New York City, Providence, Hartford, New and protect important resources, maintain vation Citation "In recognition of its restoration Haven, Worcester, Springfield, and Boston. local control and involvement, encourage local of the significant 19th century buildings on its Within the Quinebaug and Shetucket Rivers economic development in an area that has campus." Society members toured the cam­ Valley, you will find the birthplace of Revolu­ been hard hit by defense spending cuts, while pus and were met by Fisk president, Dr. tionary War hero Nathan Hale, the site of the establishing a cooperative framework for re­ Henry Ponder, who thanked the society mem­ first silk mill in America, the site of one of the gional collabora!ion and protecting important bers, saying said that "This recognition will as- June 17, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 15273 sist in gaining national support for the historic RETIREMENT OF JAMES E. extend to him my congratulations and my very restoration of the Fisk University campus." SHEPPERD FROM THE FEDERAL best wishes for a long, healthy, and happy re- Also in May, members of the Tennessee A VIATION ADMINISTRATION tirement. It is certainly well-deserved. Historical Commission visited Fisk and pre­ sented Dr. Ponder with the commission's Cer­ HON. RON de LUGO CHAW SUPPORTS HISPANIC tificate of Merit for having made significant OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS AMERICAN WOMEN contributions to the preservation of the histori­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cal and architectural heritage of Tennessee. Wednesday, June 17, 1992 HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN The commission has helped Fisk as one of Mr. DE LUGO. Mr. Speaker, upon the retire­ OF FLORIDA the agencies which reviews the plans to re­ ment of James E. Shepperd from the Federal IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Aviation Administration, I wish to recognize the store each historic campus buildings. Wednesday, June 17, 1992 achievements of the man who oversaw one of Mr. Speaker, I have had the pleasure of the great airport engineering achievements­ Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I would participating in several events at these re­ the construction of the St. Thomas Airport. like to bring to my colleague's attention the stored buildings. The quality and faithfulness No one in the FAA was more instrumental outstanding work of Miami's Coalition of His­ of the restorations is second to none. More in garnering support for this project and devis­ panic American Women [CHAW]. The coali­ importantly, the restorations have brought to ing solutions to challenges that many believed tion, founded in 1979, is dedicated to the ad­ life a period in Fisk's history which is unique were insurmountable. vancement of women of Hispanic heritage. to Tennessee and the Nation. The St. Thomas Airport, now called the Cyril Each year the Coalition of Hispanic Amer­ E. King Airport, had a runway of less than ican Women sponsors a variety of activities And as a former college president, I have a 4,500 feet. It began at the edge of the ocean that highlight the needs of or promote His­ keen appreciation of the importance of the and ended at the foot of a mountain. There panic women. Under the leadership of Miriam physical plant which houses every institution was almost no overrun giving pilots no room Singer, coalition president, Yvonne Faget­ of higher learning. More than anything, the for error. Its length limited its use to high fuel Soler, president-elect, and a host of other out­ quality of the buildings and the equipment consuming shorter take-off planes, raising the standing women who serve as officers and di­ used by students and faculty shape the aca­ cost of tickets for tourists and residents alike, rectors, the coalition works to propel Hispanic demic environment in which learning, teaching and curtailing our attractiveness as a tourist American women to leadership places in the and research occur. Drafty, leaky buildings are destination. workplace and the community. Through par­ not conducive to the educational mission of a Like other islands isolated by surrounding ticipation in committees and task forces, by university of the high caliber of Fisk, or any sea, St. Thomas is particularly dependent writing and publishing articles and position pa­ pers, and through cooperation with other busi­ university of higher learning for that matter. upon its airport to maintain links with the out­ side world, to serve the community's travel ness and civil organizations, they fight dis­ On the Fisk campus, we are blessed with needs, to provide transportation in emer­ crimination in education, employment, hous­ buildings of enormous historic and cultural im­ gencies, and to maintain a gateway for its pri­ ing, and the judicial system. The coalition portance. Their continued service is valuable mary industry, tourism. sponsors college scholarships for young His­ in its own right. They link our present with a It was clear that a new airport with a longer, panic women with outstanding academic and rich, tumultuous and complex past. I am re­ safer runway was critical. But building it pre­ community service records. minded of an inscription engraved on the sented an extraordinary engineering chal­ Community leaders like Aurora Ares, legal granite exterior of the National Archives in lenge. Providing room for a new, 7,000 foot adviser to CHAW; Alicia Barraque-EIIison, re­ runway required that an entire mountain be re­ Washington. It says 'The past if prologue." No cording secretary; historian, Adriana moved at one end and an ocean drop-off Rodriguez; financial adviser, Aida E. Briele; phrase is perhaps more appropriate for the reaching depths of 90 feet be filled at the and other officers and members of the coali­ Fisk campus, where for 125 years we have other. The only way to site the new runway tion carry on the group's work. Under their celebrated the talents of those who have was right through the existing terminal, so an­ leadership, CHAW supports social services in­ taught, studied, and like Dr. Henry POnder and other hill had to be removed to make room for cluding child care, works for the community on the faculty, staff and students, have had the airport facilities. Since the facility was nestled the Dade County school bond issue, and car­ vision to invest financially, spiritually and phys­ next to the ocean, and the runway literally in ries out many other projects. ically in this institution of higher learning for the sea, it required construction and installa­ At their annual awards banquet, a fundraiser black Americans. tion of special armoring to protect against chaired this year by Corresponding Secretary storms as strong as hurricanes. Angie Flietes, CHAW presented a leadership For all of us, Mr. Speaker, the historic build­ Few believed it could be done. But Jim tribute award to a woman who has empow­ ings on the campus are important symbols of Shepperd did. ered women and built bridges between ethnic, Fisk's past, present and promising future. The administrative challenges were almost cultural, and religious communities. The Their restoration sends an important message as great as the engineering and logistical chal­ Woman of the Year Award is presented to an nationally to members of all races that edu­ lenges of staging this enormous project on an Hispanic woman who has made significant cational excellence is to be rewarded and not island in the Caribbean Sea. Exacerbating contributions to other women as well as the discouraged, an·d that _through educational ex­ delays sometimes brought the entire project to local community. This year's winner was Bar­ cellence, our country ·will retain its position of a virtual standstill. But Jim was always there bara Ibarra, who is a past president of CHAW. world leadership. to get things rolling again. When the newly Mr. Speaker, I commend the Coalition of sworn in Reagan administration sought to kill Hispanic American Women for their outstand­ I congratulate Dr. Ponder, the faculty and the project in 1981, Jim was the voice of rea­ ing work for the community. students on receiving these two awards. I also son, patiently explaining how counter­ want to commend the crafts people who have productive it would be to jettison a project in worked to recreate these buildings and bring which the Federal Government had already in­ TRIBUTE TO THE NEW HORIZONS them back to the glorious past. And I want to vested over $40 million at that time. YOUTH CHOIR commend the National Park Service and the Jim knew how to calm the waters and other agencies involved in supervising these bridge the gaps when the going got rough as HON. SAM JOHNSON restorations. They are all part of a cooperative inevitably things did during this long and com­ OF TEXAS effort that will ensure that the students at Fisk plicated project. He was always the profes­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sional and I deeply respect his abilities and have buildings conducive to learning and that commitment to public service. Wednesday, June 17, 1992 all Americans have buildings of such historic He did an incredible service for the people Mr. JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I significance and beauty to enjoy in the future. of the Virgin Islands and on their behalf I would like to take this opportunity today to thank him and commend him publicly today. I commend a group of Texans who are truly an 15274 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 inspiration for a better tomorrow. All of us look demonstrators imprisoned at that time, 160 of Yu Jianwei, twenties, worker, 14 yrs. forward to new horizons, and what better re­ whom are still in prison. Mr. Tang's coura­ Yan Xuewu, 26, worker, 5 yrs. minder of the future than the children of this geous work has also unearthed details of 142 Yu Zhijian, 27 , teacher, life. Yu Dongyue, editor, 20 yrs. community. prisons, labor camps and re-education centers Lu Decheng, 28, worker, 16 yrs. The New Horizons Youth Choir from my in Hunan. Zhong Donglin, 25, worker, 10 yrs. hometown church, the First United Methodist Mr. Speaker, I have attached to this state­ Zhou Zhirong, 32, teacher, 5 yrs. Church in Plano, TX, have made their way to ment Asia Watch's list of prodemocracy pris­ LONGZI PRISON (PROVINCIAL NO. 6) Washington this week to share a little song oners in Hunan Province. This is not, though, Cai Weixing, 25, worker, 4 yrs. and fellowship. This newly formed choir is a comprehensive list for Hunan Province. I en­ Chen Gang, 25, worker, suspended death under the direction of Dave Collett, a long­ courage my colleagues to write to the Chinese sentence. time, dedicated member of our congregation. Ambassador in Washington and to the Chi­ Chen Guangliang, 48, doctor, 7 yrs. Thirty five high school students have com­ nese Foreign Ministry on behalf of these politi­ Deng XX, 23, businessman, 4 yrs. bined their talents and will perform a balance cal prisoners. Ding Longhua, thirties, worker, 6 yrs. He Zhaohui, 24, worker, 4 yrs. of good, old-fashioned, traditional music, rang­ LIST OF PRODEMOCRACY PRISONERS IN HUNAN ing from American folk hymns to Broadway Hu Nianyou, 28, life. PROVINCE Li Xiaoping, 28, worker, 6 yrs. tunes to songs that were inspired by the great Name, age, profession, and sentence Liao Zhengxiong, 25, businessman, 3 yrs. State of Texas. YUANJIANG PRISON (PROVINCIAL NO. 1) Liu Chunan, 65, retired teacher, 15 yrs. Please join me in welcoming the New Hori­ Ah Fang (nickname), 23, student, 5 yrs. Liu Hui, 21, 5 yrs. zons Youth Choir to this Nation's Capital. After Chen Zhixiang, 34, teacher, 10 yrs. Liu Jian, 26, worker, life. all, these children and others like them are an Fu Zhaoqin, peasant, 4 yrs. Liu Xin, 15, student, 15 yrs. inspiration to all of us and a reminder of the Gao Bingkun, 37, 4 yrs. Liu Zhihua, 21, worker, life. bright future that we are all working together Huang Zhenghua, 54, cadre, 6 yrs. Lu Zijing, 30, business representative, 13 yrs. to preserve. Li Jian, 25, worker, 3 yrs. Li Welhong, 26, worker, suspended death Peng Shi, 21 or 22, worker, life. sentence. Wu Hepeng, worker, suspended death sen- tence. CHINESE GOVERNMENT Li Xiaodong, 25, worker, 13 yrs. Li Xin, 25, worker, 3 yrs. Zhu Zhengying, worker, life. CRACKDOWN IN HUNAN PROVINCE Liao Zhijun, 26, worker, 10 yrs. Liu Jiye, worker, 5 yrs. Liu Chengwu, 24, peasant, 4 yrs. Xiong Xiaohua, 25, technician, 13 yrs. HON. GUS YATRON Liu Jian'an, .40, teacher, 10 yrs. Yang Xiaogang, 35, worker, 3 yrs. Yao Guisheng, 26, worker, 15 yrs. . OF PENNSYLVANIA Lu Zhaixing, 27, worker, 3 yrs. Mao Genhong, 25, student, 3 yrs. Zhang Song, 24, 5 yrs. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tang Changye, 29, worker, 3 yrs. Zhang Feilong, 18, worker, 6 yrs. Wednesday, June 17, 1992 Wang Changhuai, 26, worker, 3 yrs. Zhong Hua, 24, student, 3 yrs. Wu Tongfan, 40, ? . Zhou Wenjie, twenties, worker, 4 yrs. Mr. YATRON. Mr. Speaker, several Mem­ Xia Changchun, 24, worker, 15 yrs. CHANGSHA PRISON bers of Congress recently received a report Yang Xiong, 25, 3 yrs. Chen Bing, student,?. from the human rights organization, Asia Zhang Jie, 25, researcher, 5 yrs. Hou Liang'an, 35, ?. Watch which chronicles the suppression of the Zhang Jingsheng, 37, worker, 13 yrs. Huang Haizhori, 28, ?. 1989 prodemocracy movement in Hunan Prov­ Zhang Xudong, 32, worker, 4 yrs. Liu Fuyuan, 35, businessman, ? . ince. This significant report would not have Zhao Weiguo, 34, student, 4 yrs. Liu Yi, 24, worker, ?. been possible without the Chinese citizens Zhou Min, 26, worker, 6 yrs. Yi Yuxin, 36, cadre, ?. who took, and continue to take, great personal HENGYANG PRISON (PROVINCIAL NO.2) JIANXIN LABOR REFORM CAMP risk in providing information on the human Cheng Cun, 30, reporter, 5 yrs. Teacher Liu (name unknown), 37, teacher, rights situation in that province. One such per­ Guo Yunqiao, 2(}.-35, worker, suspended 7 yrs. son is Mr. Tang Boqiao, who was a student death sentence. HuMin, 20-30, worker, 15 yrs. PINGTANG LABOR REFORM CAMP and chairman of the Hunan Students Autono­ Mao Yuejin, 20-35, worker, 15 yrs. Tao Sen, 38, worker, 4/5 yrs. mous Federation and led several protests in Wang Zhaobo, 2(}.-35, worker, 7 to 15 yrs. Zhang Xiong, 24, worker, 5 yrs. the provincial capital. Mr. Tang was at the top Huang Lixin, 20-35, worker, 7 to 15 yrs. OTHER LABOR REFORM CAMPS of the Government's most wanted list and was Huang Fan, 20-35, worker, 7 to 15 yrs. Dong Qi, 5 yrs. subsequently arrested and spent 18 months in Wan Yuewang, 20-35, worker, 7 to 15 yrs. He Jianming, 4 yrs. jail. He managed to escape to Hong Kong and Pan Qiubao, 20-35, worker, 7 to 15 yrs. Dai Dingxiang, 3 yrs. is now residing in the United States. Yuan Shuzhu, 20-35, worker, 7 to 15 yrs. Liang Chao, 3 yrs. He Aoqiu, 55, assistant professor, 3 yrs. Wang Luxiang, thirties, television pro­ Mr. Tang's collaboration with Asia Watch Huang Yaru, 47, professor, 5 yrs. has produced the most detailed report to date ducer,?. Li Zimin, 40, businessman, 15 yrs. Yang Liu, 20, peasant, 4 yrs. on the suppression in Hunan Province. His in­ Liu Weiguo, 38, worker, 7 yrs. formation was gathered first hand and with the Mel Shi, 40, newspaper editor, 4 yrs. PLACE OF IMPRISONMENT UNKNOWN assistance of a network of Chinese citizens Min Hexun, 29, teacher, 3 yrs. Bu Yunhui, 24, peasant, 3 yrs. who want the world to know the real situation Qin Hubao, cadre, 10 yrs. Hao Mingzhao, student,?. in China. These people took great risks to pro­ Teacher Min (name unknown), 3 yrs. He Jian, thirties,?. vide this information. I hope the President will Teacher X (name unknown), thirties, 12 Jiang Zhiqiang, 37, 13 yrs. yrs. Li Shaojun, student,?. convey to the Chinese Government that the Wang Yusheng, 40, entrepreneur, ?. Li Wangyang, 36, worker, 13 yrs. United States is concerned for their safety and Wu Weiguo, 30, cadre, 5 yrs. Luo Zlren, 25, worker, ?. that they will not be persecuted for their ac­ Xie Yang, 32, communist youth league sec- Wen Quanfu, 38, manager,?. tions. Congress also should closely monitor retary, 3 yrs. Xu Yue, 25, worker, ?. the human rights situation in Hunan and make Yang Shaoyue, 36, city official, 5 yrs. Yang Rong, worker, ?. our concerns known. Zhang Jizhong, 34, reporter, 3 yrs. Wang Hong, worker, ?. Asia Watch's report "Anthems of Defeat: Zhu Fangming, 28, worker, life. Tang· Yixin, worker, ?. Crackdown in Hunan Province 1989-92" sug­ LINGLING PRISON (PROVINCIAL NO. 3) Zeng Chaohui, 22, student, 3 yrs. Chen Yueming, 24, worker, 3 yrs. Zheng Yaping, student, ?. gests that what we know of the 1989 crack­ Zheng Yuhua, 37, teacher, ?. down on democracy and subsequent suppres­ Feng Ming, twenties, 3 yrs. Gong Songlin, twenties, 5 yrs. Zhou Peiqi, 29, technician,?. sion may be only the tip of the iceberg. Pre­ RE-EDUCATION THROUGH LABOR viously, no more than a dozen prodemocracy Jiang Congzheng, twenties, worker, 8 yrs. Liang Jiang·uo, 26, worker, 6 yrs. Boss Wu (nam e unknown), 40, rest aurant activists were known to have been imprisoned Liu Weihong, 27, worker, 4 yrs. owner, 3 yrs. after the crackdown in Hunan Province. This Peng Aiguo, 20 , 6 yrs. Chen Tianlai, 24, 3 yrs. report provides the names and specific cir­ Qin Dong, 30, journalist, 4 yrs. Deng Liming, 29, worker, 3 yrs. cumstances of more than 200 prodemocracy Wang Changhong, 5 yrs. Deng Yuanguo, 32, teacher, 2 yrs. June 17, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 15275 Duan Ping, 32, teacher, 2+3 yrs. our youth which has left a legacy that has fos­ RECOGNIZING THE SPIRIT OF THE Fu Guangrong, 27, 3 yrs. tered qualities in our young people such as RECIPIENTS OF THE SEC­ Hu Junda, 35, lecturer, 3 yrs. RETARY'S COMMUNITY SERVICE Jiang Fengshan, 37, teacher, 3 yrs. teamwork, dedication, fair play and self-con­ Liu Jianwei, 30 worker, 3 yrs. fidence. AWARD Long Xiaohu, 30, cadre, 2 yrs. Whenever a boy or a girl steps to the plate, Ma Heping, 29, 3 yrs. Peng· Liangkun, 25, worker, 3 yrs. with courage and their heart pounding, and HON. STENY H. HOYER Qian (?) Lizhu, 26, peasant, 3 yrs. faces down a fast ball and sends it to the wall. Wu Changgui, 30, worker, 3 yrs. Whenever a child stretches for that fly ball OF MARYLAND We Wei, between ~. worker, 2 to 3 yrs. which they think that they could never possibly IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Deng Jun. 20-30, worker, 2 to 3 yrs. catch-but they do. Whenever a sizzling Xiong Jianjun, 20-30, worker, 2 to 3 yrs. Wednesday, June 17, 1992 Fu Guanghui, 20-30, worker, 2 to 3 yrs. grounder comes their way, and every bone in Xia Kuanqun, 34, cadre, 3 yrs. their body tells them to get out of the way, but Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, it is with pleasure Xiao Shenhe, 32, peasant, 3 yrs. they stand their ground and stop it. The great­ that I recognize the outstanding achievements Zhong Minghui, 30, teacher, 3 yrs. est gift of life has been instilled in their hearts. of RalphS. Freedman, Jennifer A. McCloskey, PSYCHIATRIC INCARCERATION That gift is self-esteem-belief in oneself. and Julia F. Robinson. Each is a recipient of Peng Yuzhang, 70, professor,?. Carl's greatest legacy is that he helped to ex­ the Secretary's Community Service Award for INCARCERATED IN BEIJING tend our reach beyond our grasp through the 1991, an award given to those employees of Wu Yun, 23, student,?. lessons we learned about ourselves in the the Department of Energy who have exempn­ Xiong Gang, 23, student, ?. League. iied the spirit of volunteerism. INCARCERATED IN SHANGHAI The Secretary's Community Service Award Li Dianyuan, 26, student, 3 yrs. Little League shaped our values, our integ­ rity and perceptions of ourselves-how to be is a result of the national service initiative, a humble in victory, stable in defeat, face chal­ program initiated by President Bush to empha­ TRffiUTE TO CARL STOTZ-FOUND­ lenge with courage and hope in the fact that size the need and importance of community ER OF LITTLE LEAGUE BASE­ if we try our hardest we will ultimately be vic­ service involvement. The recipients of this BALL torious. The Little League, which Carl Stotz award are exceptional because they have an­ created, also taught us that in life we will face swered the call to volunteerism. Each person HON. JOSEPH M. McDADE some curve balls and that we will be tagged represents the standard of hard work, dedica­ OF PENNSYLVANIA out but it also taught us the lesson of hope. tion, and undying commitment to their commu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES That even though we may fail there will be an­ . nities. Wednesday, June 17, 1992 other time at bat, another fly ball to catch, an­ The first recipient, Ralph S. Freedman, an other game to win and that it is better to try Mr. McDADE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor analyst with Forrestal Information Technology the memory of Carl Stotz, who made possible and fail than not to have tried at all. But the Operations, is a dedicated serviceman who a field of dreams for millions of young boys big lesson of life which he taught us is that life has provided both his time and his knowledge and girls around the world through the cre­ must be lived to the fullest. That in order to be of computers to the Hands on Science Out­ ation of Little League Baseball. Carl Stotz, af­ part of life we had to step up to the plate of reach Program. As a volunteer instructor, Mr. fectionately known as Uncle Tuck, selflessly life, to be willing to take a risk whether we Freedman has developed material for both the dedicated his life's work to the benefit of chil­ failed or succeeded, and swing. That as Theo­ regional and national science bowl competi­ dren through his love of baseball. The children dore Roosevelt states: tions. Mr. Freedman has also given his time to were always his primary priority and his prin­ Far better is to dare mighty things, to win help the students of Robert Coleman Elemen- - cipal concern. He loved children and always tary School, in Baltimore, MD, create a com­ wanted to talk about Little League with them. glorious triumph, ever though checkered by failure, than to take rank with those poor puter club, which continues to attract students Many of us serving in Congress today grew to the field of computer science. up playing Little League Baseball and gained spirits who neither enjoy much nor suffer much, because they live in the gray twilight from the leadership principles taught by par­ The second recipient, Jennifer A. McClos­ that knows not victory nor defeat. ticipation in the League. For this simple rea­ key, a civil engineer with the Office of Environ­ son, many of us here personally owe a great The future of this great country is predicated mental Restoration, is a concerned individual debt of gratitude to the self-effacing, selfless, upon small town leaders such as Carl Stotz who gives much of her time and support to hard-working man from Williamsport, PA, Carl who are willing to sacrifice their personal time several members within the community. When Stotz. and resources so that our children will be she is not tutoring third graders in reading, Carl Stotz started his field of dreams some more empowered. Carl Stotz and the Little Ms. McCloskey provides ·aid to homeless per­ 53 years ago while playing ball with his two League he created has greatly contributed to sons and families in Washington, DC through nephews in the backyard of his home on Isa­ her involvement with Zest. Ms. McCloskey bella Street in Williamsport. He had injured his facilitating the growth of self-esteem among our young people. To challenge our children's also provides a monthly forum for teens in the ankle on a lilac bush and while resting for a form of rap sessions. These sessions were moment, he recalled his own childhood bodies and minds through the great sport of formulated to encourage the personal develop­ dreams and asked his nephews: "How would baseball was a stroke of brilliance by Carl you like to play on a regular team, with a uni­ Stotz which generations of young people ment of adolescents. form, a new ball for every game and a bat you around the World will greatly benefit from in The last recipient, Julia F. Robinson, a mail could really swing?" With the boys' enthu­ the future. He will be sorely missed by the and file clerk with the Office of Executive Sec­ siasm as his driving force, he set about de­ boys and girls and men and women who retariat, provides a great deal of assistance to signing a youth-sized baseball field and shared his field of dreams and all the bless­ the people of her community through a volun­ sought business sponsors for equipment and ings which he brought to his community of teer position as the general overseer of her uniforms to get the League started. Williamsport, his Nation and the children of the church's missionary board. Among a number The initial response from the business com­ World. I have one last thing to say in memory of duties, she helps to provide food, job coun­ munity was not overwhelming in those depres­ seling, and encouragement to the homeless. sion days. After knocking on the doors of 56 of Carl Stotz; and, I know that you are up local businesses he found one which would there listening in the bleachers Carl-Hey, Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I put up some cash for the League. In my view, batter! Hey, Batter! Swing! recognize the spirit of volunteerism of Ms. this was probably some of the most important Robinson, Ms. McCloskey, and Mr. Freedman. private sector monies ever invested in this They are, and shou-ld be, an inspiration to us great country's history. It was an investment in all. 15276 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 TRIBUTE TO THOMAS V. CASH ium; created a marine life exhibit of mollusks; America will step up its efforts to inaugurate renovated the bird exhibit hall; installed a ma­ bilateral agreements, within both the public HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN chine to simulate the properties of waves; cre­ and private sectors, with the new-and yet OF FLORIDA ated a kelp exhibit; organized the rescue of a very old-nation of Ukraine. 72-foot beached blue whale and ultimately re­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES assembled the skeleton as one of only two in Saturday's festival occurs shortly after the Wednesday, June 17, 1992 the United States; remodeled Gould Indian sixth anniversary of the nuclear disaster at Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I am Hall; installed a shark exhibit; coordinated the Chernobyl. We are still learning, to our great pleased to call my colleagues' attention to the funding and building of the Sea Center on shock and dismay, the true scope of this outstanding service rendered to the State of Stearns Wharf; created the new Collections nightmare that caused so much sickness and Florida and the United States by Special and Research Center; installed a Condor ex­ death among Ukraine's people and devastated Agent Thomas V. Cash. As special agent in hibit; remodeled Botany Hall to include an ex­ so much of her rich land. In the years since charge of the Miami Division of the Drug En­ hibit illustrating the interaction of plants and in­ the disaster, the Soviet central government forcement Administration, Tom Cash showed sects; and forged links with educational and was an impediment in treating the people of exemplary performance and personal initiative environmental institutions in the area for the Ukraine and assisting them in coping with the in slowing the tide of drugs flowing to south promotion of nature conservancy and study. insidious effects of radiation poisoning. The Florida shores. As a result of Dr. Power's leadership, the The Miami division is the largest division of citizens of the central coast of California have collapse of Soviet power offers the hope that the Drug Enforcement Administration in the had the good fortune of furthering their appre­ this situation will improve, but the people of United States, with 11 offices covering Florida ciation of nature's wonders through the re­ Ukraine need our help. and 6 Caribbean nations and territories. As sources at the Santa Barbara Museum of Nat­ As the years pass, the tragedy of what hap­ special agent in charge of that division since ural History. pened at Chernobyl has not lessened. The 7.6 1988, Mr. Cash oversaw financial investiga­ It is my distinct privilege and pleasure to join tons of over 200 different radioactive sub­ with his staff and the members of our commu­ tions associated with drug trafficking which re­ stances released into the atmosphere over sulted in substantial seizures of cash and nity in congratulating and thanking Dr. Dennis Ukraine and neighboring nations are still caus­ property. He focused the Miami division's en­ M. Power for his stewardship of the Santa forcement efforts on quality investigations di­ Barbara Museum of Natural History over these ing sickness and misery. I am especially con­ rected toward narcotics traffickers at the high­ past 20 years, while wishing him continued cerned about the state of the millions of chil­ est levels. success in the future. dren who suffered and continue to suffer from As a result of his exemplary performance, the effects of radiation and who will probably Mr. Cash was awarded the Distinguished suffer most of their lives from the long-term ef­ Rank Award, the highest level of the annual THE 18TH ANNUAL UKRAINIAN fects of radiation. Furthermore, increasing evi­ Presidential Rank Awards, which are pre­ CULTURAL FESTIVAL dence is coming to light about the extensive sented for extended exceptional performance coverup on the part of Soviet leaders, going in government. HON. FRANK PAllONE, JR. right to the top. People were not informed In praising Mr. Cash and the other award OF NEW JERSEY about the dangers surrounding them, and winners, President Bush said, "These out­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES many were denied the treatment they need. standing government executives have helped Wednesday, June 17, 1992 the United States meet unprecedented chal­ I introduced a resolution in this House, co­ lenges and opportunities. Each of them has Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, on Saturday, sponsored by 26 of my colleagues, on April upheld the highest standards of public service. June 20, the Garden State Arts Center in 26, 1991, the fifth anniversary of the On behalf of all Americans, I thank them for Holmdel, NJ, will be the site of the 18th an­ Chernobyl disaster, urging the Soviet Govern­ nual Ukrainian Cultural Festival. their commitment to excellence." ment to take steps to evacuate people still liv­ Mr. Speaker, I commend Tom Cash for his This year's festival is an especially impor­ tant and poignant event, as Ukrainians cele­ ing in affected areas, decontaminate the Kiev life of service to the United States and the Reservoir, cease the planning, construction, State of Florida, and thank him for his exem­ brate their new-found freedom after so many and operation of other nuclear facilities in plary performance. years of domination by Communist and czarist rule. Today's Ukrainians are the descendants Ukraine, and ask for international supervision of a proud and ancient people. The first major of existing facilities. Since the time the resolu­ ON THE OCCASION OF DENNIS M. eastern Slavic culture arose in the area of tion was introduced, the Soviet Government POWER'S 20TH ANNIVERSARY AS Kiev, Ukraine's capital, under the leadership of has, of course, ceased to exist. In an effort to DIRECTOR OF THE SANTA BAR­ Vladimir The Great. In 1985, the occasion of build cooperation between the United States BARA, CA, MUSEUM OF NATURAL the 1,OOOth anniversary of the arrival of Chris­ and Ukraine, I believe our country should pro­ IDSTORY tianity to Ukrainian soil was celebrated with vide technical and medical expertise to assist great fanfare in Ukraine and much of the the people who continue to suffer, while work­ HON. ROBERT J. LAGOMARSINO former Soviet Union. Yet, sadly, this great people for centuries lived under the shadow of ing with all of the newly independent States of OF CALIFORNIA the former U.S.S.R. to make sure that a disas­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES domination from the czarist Russian Empire and, for most of this century, from the Rus­ ter on the order of Chernobyl never happens Wednesday, June 17, 1992 sian-dominated Soviet Empire. Indeed, par­ again. Mr. LAGOMARSINO. Mr. Speaker, I rise ticular!y .during the years of Soviet rule, there Finally, I would like to pay tribute to Oksana today to pay tribute to Dr. Dennis M. Power, was a tendency on the part of Americans and Korduba, of Rutherford, NJ, who has done an who will be celebrating his 20th anniversary as people of other nations not to recognize excellent job of chairing this year's festival. director of the Santa Barbara Museum of Nat­ Ukraine as a unique nation separate from The Ukrainian-American community of New ural History on June 22. Dr. Power began his Russia. Jersey has always been there, leading the current position after serving as assistant cu­ To this day, while we have built new bridges rator of Ornithology at the Royal Ontario Mu­ between Americans and Russians, we have fight for a free Ukraine. Saturday gives all seum in Toronto. Since coming to Santa Bar­ grossly failed to open the doors to Ukraine Ukrainians, and everyone else who supports bara his leadership at the Museum of Natural and her people. On a week in which we wel­ freedom and human rights, a chance to cele­ History has provided our community with a come the visiting Russian President Yeltsin, brate this great victory over tyranny, as well as growing and impressive array of natural arti­ American foreign policy must also recognize an opportunity to commemorate those who facts. that the great Ukraine nation, with its more sacrificed so much to make that victory pos­ Under Dr. Power's directorship the museum than 50 million people, is one of the largest sible. has, for example, acquired the only Chumash nations in Europe and one of the most impor­ canoe in existence; remodeled the planetar- tant emerging nations of today's world. I hope June 17, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 15277 FLEETWOOD SYNAGOGUE HONORS AMBASSADOR MARGARET SALUTE TO SGT. JOE LONIERO RABBI AND MRS. CHAIT, RICH­ EVANGELINE MCDONALD ARD AND PHYLLIS ROSEN HON. ELTON GAUEGLY HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS OF CALIFORNIA HON. NITA M. LOWEY OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, June 17, 1992 OF NEW YORK Wednesday, June 17, 1992 Mr. GALLEGL Y. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to honor Sgt. Joe Loniero, a friend and an out­ recognize and congratulate a great woman, standing policy officer who has recently been Wednesday, June 17, 1992 Her Excellency Margaret Evangeline McDon­ named police officer of the year by his col­ Mrs. LOWEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, it ald, Ambassador Extraordinary and Pleni­ leagues in the Simi Valley Police Department. is a true pleasure to join the good people of potentiary of the Bahamas, on her upcoming I've known Joe since I had the honor of Fleetwood Synagogue in Mount Vernon as retirement. She began her distinguished ca­ serving as Simi Valley's mayor, and I know reer in civil service as a teacher of mathe­ there is no finer or more dedicated officer any­ they honor their spiritual leader, Rabbi Joseph matics and English in the public school system where. Chait, and his wife Toby, for their years of in the Bahamas. Through her diligence she Joe, who has lived in Simi Valley for most dedicated service to the congregation and the progressed through the ranks and was pro­ of his life, graduated from Royal High School community at large. The Fleetwood congrega­ moted to the position of Secretary to Cabinet in 1977, attended Moorpark College and tion is also recognizing Richard and Phyllis and Titular Head of the Bahamas Public Serv­ joined the department as a police aide in Rosen, whose selfless contributions are an in­ ice in 1980. She was appointed Ambassador 1979. He became a police officer in 1980, and spiration to us all. Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Baha­ since then has worked in virtually all units of Rabbi Joseph and Toby Chait have been mas to the United States of America in July the department, including patrol, traffic, narcot­ distinguished members of the Mount Vernon 1986, and since then has assiduously served ics and administration. in that capacity. She also holds the distinction He was promoted to sergeant in September community and have dedicated themselves to of being the only woman to have held this 1991 and assigned to patrol, working as a furthering the ideals and values of Judaism. prestigious position. field supervisor. Additionally, he is the team Rabbi Chait has served as president of both Her Excellency has received numerous leader for the department's SWAT team and is the Mount Vernon Synagogue Council and the awards for her outstanding service. She was responsible for the field training program. Westchester Board of Rabbis. As the Rabbi honored by Queen Elizabeth II by being made What makes this honor so significant, Mr. has served the Fleetwood congregation of a Commander of the Order of the British Em­ Speaker, is that Joe was selected by his Fleetwood, Toby Chait has been an important pire [C.B.E.] in 1980, and later in 1985, she peers. To be honored by one's colleagues is force in shaping the lives of Mount Vernon's was given the title of the Commander of the a deep privilege, and one that you know has children as a teacher at the Hamilton School Royal Victorian Order [C.V.O.]. In addition, in truly been earned. I ask my colleagues to join for over 30 years. Both of these fine individ­ 1986 she was voted Outstanding Woman of me in saluting Joe Loniero for his profes­ uals, through their professional , and personal the Year by the Bahamas Branch of the Busi­ sionalism and dedication to his department ness and Professional Women's Association. and his community. lives, have added immeasurably to the quality I am extremely proud to highlight the ac­ of life of many in our community. complishments of this truly outstanding human Richard and Phyllis Rosen have consistently being. Her Excellency Margaret Evangeline MEDICAL SCHOOL DEAN HONORED found the time to dedicate their talents and McDonald has been a tireless civil servant energies to the people and mission of who deserves accolades from us all. HON. BEN ERDREICH Fleetwood Synagogue as well. Phyllis Rosen OF ALABAMA has been a committed leader of Hadassah IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and currently serves on the Westchester Re­ TRIBUTE TO THE ST. COLUMBA gional Board. Her commitment to the ideals of ROMAN CATHOLIC CHURCH Wednesday, June 17, 1992 community service has inspired her to cochair Mr. ERDREICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec­ the Purim Shalach Manot fundraiser and co­ HON. CHARLES E. SCHUMER ognize one of Alabama's most outstanding citi­ ordinate the food coupon service. OF NEW YORK zens, Dr. James A. Pittman. Since 1973, Dr. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Pittman has been the dean of the Medical Together, Richard and Phyllis Rosen have School at the University of Alabama in Bir­ been instrumental in the development of the Wednesday, June 17, 1992 mingham and is retiring at the end of this Mount Vernon Eruv and Linens for Olin. Cur­ Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. Speaker, I would like to month. rently a member of the board of directors of pay special tribute today to the St. Columba During his tenure, Dr. Pittman helped to Fleetwood Synagogue, Richard Rosen has Roman Catholic Church in Brooklyn, NY, build UAB into one of the most prestigious also served as president of the Jewish Com­ which is celebrating its 25th anniversary this medical centers in the Nation. His leadership munity Council of Mount Vernon, vice presi­ month. has helped to give our area a reputation as a dent of Emanu-el Jewish Center, and as Founded by Msgr. Edward Jolley in 1967, medical leader that reaches to the far corners cochair of the 1992 Convention of the Union St. Columba has made remarkable contribu­ of the world. for Traditional Judaism. In each capacity, tions to the Brooklyn Marine Park community. Dr. Pittman is respected, not only by his col­ It provides numerous activities for varying sec­ leagues and staff at UAB, but by colleagues these two individuals have gone the extra mile tors of the community, including a men's club, worldwide. In 1990, he was given the Flexner to ensure the success of each endeavor. ladies guild, senior citizens club, and youth Award for distinguished service to medical As Rabbi Chait enters retirement, those of council which offers sports leagues for boys education, the highest award given by the As­ us who know him and Toby understand that and girls. In addition, its Parish Center hosts sociation of American Medical Colleges. we can count on both of them to continue their the Marine Park Civic Association meetings Dr. Pittman has helped to build a solid foun­ service and leadership in many ways. Like­ and provides educational crime prevention and dation for this institution that teaches our wise, it is good to know that Richard and Phyl­ drug awareness programs. young men and women how to care for the lis Rosen will continue their prominent roles in It is with pride that I congratulate St. sick. Many of the programs he has imple­ Columba and its present pastor, the Reverend the Fleetwood congregation and elsewhere in mented at UAB will bear fruit for years to Edward Kiernan, on tt:lis special occasion, and come. For that, Alabama is grateful. our community. All four of these individuals thank the Parish for its generous efforts which Mr. Speaker, I am thankful Dr. Pittman should serve as role models to others as we have affected the lives of so many Brooklyn chose to make Alabama his home. Because of strive to build a brighter future. residents. his work we will all enjoy a bright future. 59-{)59 0--97 Vol. 138 (Pt. 11) 18 15278 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 HABITAT FOR HUMANITY-A SOLU­ terrorist nations through the United Nations of the meetings, when scheduled, and TION TO NATION'S HOUSING Development Program. My recent research any cancellations or changes in the PROBLEMS into the use of U.S. taxpayer money by the meetings as they occur. United Nations Development Program re­ As an additional procedure along HON. TIMOTHY J. ROEMER vealed completely unacceptable appropriations with the computerization of this infor­ to tyrannically governed nations. Consider the mation, the Office of the Senate Daily OF INDIANA Digest will prepare this information for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES following: For the 1992-96 cycle, the following coun­ printing in the Extensions of Remarks Wednesday, June 17, 1992 tries will receive funding from the UNDP, and section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD Mr. ROEMER. Mr. Speaker, earlier this ultimately, U.S. taxpayers: on Monday and Wednesday of each week. week I was one of over 600 people who met Millions Meetings scheduled for Thursday, and hammered out a solution to our Nation's China ...... $176.66 North Korea 1 ••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 21.742 June 18, 1992, may be found in the Daily low-income housing problems. We were not in Digest of today's RECORD. a conference room but in the middle of a near­ Iran • ...... 9.55 Cuba• ...... 10.903 MEETINGS SCHEDULED ly completed living room as part of Habitat for Iraq • ...... 7.091 Humanity's Jimmy Carter work project. By Laos ...... 42.156 week's end, a coalition of people from across Jordan ...... 7.091 JUNE19 the country will have provided 10 local families Libya 1 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• .954 9:30a.m. with their lifelong dream-the American Yemen ...... 42.590 Select on Indian Affairs dream-a home of their own. Syria 1 •••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••••• 11.794 To hold hearings on S. 2833, to resolve Habitat for Humanity is a model we as legis­ Vietnam ...... 92.774 the 107th Meridian boundary dispute 1 between the Crow Indian Tribe, the lators and citizens should look to in trying to Countries on the State Department's list of na­ tions supporting terrorism. Northern Cheyenne Indian Tribe and solve our Nation's housing crisis. By utilizing In contrast, Hungary and Czechoslovakia, the United States and various other is­ private sector energies and resources, organi­ sues pertaining to the Crow Indian Res­ zation such as Habitat for Humanity and which are rising democracies, are only slated ervation. Christmas in April have pieced together a to receive $1.6 and $1.8 million over the next SRr-485 framework to address the fact that Federal 5 years, respectively. A similar situation exists 10:00 a.m. housing dollars are dwindling while the num­ on the Korean peninsula. The UNDP plans to Environment and Public Works send only $4.16 million to South Korea over Environmental Protection Subcommittee ber of families in need of housing is growing. To hold hearings to examine the U.S. These organizations are joining hands with pri­ the next 5 years, but almost $22 million to North Korea. In total, nearly 10 percent of Fish and Wildlife Service's administra­ vate corporations, such as Black & Decker tion of the National Wildlife Refuge and General Electric, and associations rep­ UNDP funds are allocated to oppressive gov­ System, and on S. 1862, to improve the resenting realtors and homebuilders, to lay a ernments. administration, management, and com­ foundation so that those who are in need of Traditional development programs, such as patibility process of the National Wild­ housing do not fall between this ever expand­ those sponsored by the UNDP, simply transfer life Refuge System. SD-406 ing gap. wealth from the developed world to the third world governments which prevent economic This week alone, many of the more than JUNE23 700 Habitat for Humanity affiliates throughout empowerment. This only strengthens the 9:30a.m. the world will construct hundreds of homes as power of oppressive elites and ultimately im­ pedes economic development. Commerce, Science, and Transportation part of House Raising Week Worldwide. In Communications Subcommittee fact, the finishing touches will be put on Habi­ It is clear that the UNDP does not consider To hold hearings on proposed legislation tat's 15,000th home this week in my home human rights, freedom of speech, and free­ authorizing funds for programs of the State of Indiana in the city of Evansville. To dom of religion as a prerequisite to obtain National Telecommunications Infor­ accomplish this, people have taken time away funding. To correct this oversight, I will be in­ mation Administration, Department of from their jobs and travelled hundreds of miles troducing legislation which will cut funding to Commerce. the UNDP by 10 percent. These savings will SR-253 to hammer nails and fit beams to build homes Judiciary for people they have never met. be applied toward deficit reduction. The re­ maining 90 percent appropriation cannot be Antitrust, Monopolies and Business Rights I would like to commend the individuals from Subcommittee the Third District of Indiana who traveled this used for projects within the stated countries. To hold hearings to examine the manner week to Washington, DC, to take part in With the defeat of the balanced budget in which insurance policy consumers Jimmy Carter's work project. LeRoy and Ron amendment, Congress must explore new are being informed about their policy Troyer of South Bend; Lloyd and Loretta ways to reduce spending and balance the values. Federal budget. What better way to accom­ SD-226 Troyer of Middlebury; and Arthur and Carolyn Select on Indian Affairs Moser of Mishawaka, joined former President plish this goal than to deny funding to coun­ tries which clearly do not support democratic To hold hearings on S. 2833, to resolve Carter and his wife Rosalyn to "blitz build" 10 the 107th Meridian boundary dispute homes in Southeast Washington. ideals, and do not foster the rights we as between the Crow Indian Tribe, the Mr. Speaker, I applaud these volunteers and Americans hold dear. Furthermore, these na­ Northern Cheyenne Indian Tribe and contributors who have helped Habitat for Hu­ tions are not our allies. I am slck and tired of the United States and various other is­ manity succeed. I was proud to work along­ hardworking Americans serving as providers sues pertaining to the Crow Indian Res­ side our former President and his wife, as well for unappreciative, despotic tyrants and their ervation. minions around the world. SRr-485 as the hundreds of others, who are showing 10:00 a.m. people that the American dream really can be Foreign Relations realized. SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS To hold hearings on the Treaty Between the U.S. and the USSR on the Reduc­ Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, tion and Limitation of Strategic Offen­ LIMIT U.S. CONTRIBUTIONS TO agreed to by the Senate on February 4, sive Arms (The Start Treaty), signed in TERRORIST NATIONS 1977, calls for establishment of a sys­ Moscow on July 31, 1991, and Protocol tem for a computerized schedule of all thereto dated May 23, 1992 (Treaty Doc. HON. GEORGE ALLEN meetings and hearings of Senate com­ 102-20). mittees, subcommittees, joint commit­ SD-419 OF VIRGINIA 2:30p.m. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tees, and committees of conference. Energ·y and Natural Resources This title requires· all such committees Wednesday, June 17, 1992 Public Lands, National Parks and Forests to notify the Office of the Senate Daily Subcommittee Mr. ALLEN. Mr. Speaker, today, I am intro­ Digest-designated by the Rules Com­ To hold hearings on S. 225, to expand the ducing legislation to limit U.S. contributions to mittee-of the time, place, a.nd purpose boundaries of the Fredericksburg and June 17, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 15279 Spotsylvania County Battlefields Me­ nia, to be Ambassador to the Republic 10:00a.m. morial National Military Park, Vir­ of the Marshall Islands. Foreign Relations ginia, S. 1925, to remove a restriction SD-419 To continue hearings on the Treaty Be­ from a parcel of land owned by the city tween the U.S. and the USSR on the of North Charleston, South Carolina, in JUNE 25 Reduction and Limitation of Strategic order to permit a land exchange, S. 9:30a.m. Offensive Arms (The Start Treaty), 2563, to provide for the rehabilitation Select on POW/MIA Affairs signed in Moscow on July 31, 1991, and of historic structures within the Sandy To continue hearings to examine the De­ Protocol thereto dated May 23, 1992 Hook Unit of Gateway National Recre­ partment of Defense's accounting proc­ (Treaty Doc. 102-20), focusing on de­ ation Area in New Jersey, S. 2006, toes­ ess for Americans missing in Southeast fense implications and military views. tablish the Fox River National Herit­ Asia. SD-419 age Corridor in Wisconsin, H.R. 2181, to SH-216 permit the Secretary of the Interior to 10:00a.m. JUNE 30 acquire by exchange lands in the Cuya­ Commerce, Science, and Transportation 10:00a.m. hoga National Recreation Area that Merchant Marine Subcommittee Foreign Relations are owned by Ohio, H.R. 2444, to revise To resume hearings on proposed legisla­ To resume open and to hold closed (S-407, the boundaries of the George Washing­ tion to reform the U.S. maritime in­ dustry in order to spur employment Capitol) hearings on the Treaty Be­ ton Birthplace National Monument, tween the U.S. and the USSR on the and H.R. 3519, to authorize the estab­ and activity in the industry. SR-253 Reduction and Limitation of Strategic lishment of the Steamtown National Offensive Arms (The Start Treaty), Historic Site. Foreign Relations To resume hearings on the Treaty Be­ signed in Moscow on July 31, 1991, and SD-366 Protocol thereto dated May 23, 1992 Foreign Relations tween the U.S. and the USSR on the Reduction and Limitation of Strategic (Treaty Doc. 102-20), focusing on intel­ To hold hearings on the nomination of ligence community views. William Clark, Jr., of the District of Offensive Arms (The Start Treaty), signed in Moscow on July 31, 1991, and 8-116, Capitol Columbia, to be Assistant Secretary of Veterans' Affairs State for East Asian and Pacific Af- Protocol thereto dated May 23, 1992 (Treaty Doc. 102-20). To hold hearings to examine the needs of fairs. SD-419 women veterans who were sexually SD-419 2:00p.m. · abused during service. Energy and Natural Resources SD-G50 JUNE 24 Public Lands, National Parks and Forests 10:30 a.m. 9:30a.m. Subcommittee Commerce, Science, and Transportation Commerce, Science, and Transportation To hold hearings on S. 1879, to authorize To hold hearings on the nomination of Consumer Subcommittee the adjustment of the boundaries of the Ritajean Hartung Butterworth, of To hold hearings on S. 2232, to require South Dakota portion of the Sioux Washington, to be a Member of the manufacturers of new automobiles to Ranger District of Custer National Board of Directors of the Corporation affix a label containing certain Forest, S. 1990, to authorize the trans­ for Public Broadcasting. consumer information on each auto­ fer of certain facilities and lands in the SR-236 mobile manufactured after a specified Wenatchee National Forest, Washing­ year. ton, S. 2392, to establish a right-of-way JULY1 SR-253 corridor for electric power trans­ 9:30a.m. Energy and Natural Resources mission lines in the Sunrise Mountain Commerce, Science, and Transportation in the State of Nevada, S. 2397, to ex­ Business meeting, to consider pending Communications Subcommittee calendar business. pand the boundaries of the Yucca House National Monument in Colorado, To hold hearings on mobile communica­ SD-366 tions. Select on Indian Affairs to authorize the acquisition of certain lands with the boundaries, S. 2606, to SR-253 To hold hearings on proposed legislation 10:00a.m. relating to the National Indian Policy further clarify authorities and duties of the Secretary of Agriculture in issu­ Foreign Relations Center. To continue hearings on the Treaty Be­ SR-485 ing ski area permits on National For­ est System lands, and S. 2749, to grant tween the U.S. and USSR on the Re­ Select on POW/MIA Affairs duction and Limitation of Strategic Of­ To hold hearings to examine the Depart­ a right of use and occupancy of certain tract of land in Yosemite National fensive Arms (The Start Treaty), ment of Defense's accounting process signed in Moscow on July 31, 1991, and for Americans missing in Southeast Park to George R. Lange and Lucille F. Lange. Protocol thereto dated May 23, 1992 Asia. (Treaty Doc. 102-20), focusing on imple- SH-216 SD-366 4:00p.m. mentation of the treaty. · 10:00a.m. SD-419 Appropriations Foreign Relations To hold hearings on the nominations of 2:00p.m. District of Columbia Subcommittee Alison P. Rosenberg, of Virginia, to be Energy and Natural Resources To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ Assistant Administrator for Africa of Public Lands, National Parks and Forests timates for fiscal year 1993 for the gov­ the Agency for International Develop­ Subcommittee ernment of the District of Columbia, ment, Kenneth L. Brown, of California, To hold hearings on H.R. 1096, to author­ focusing on the District of Columbia to be Ambassador to the Republic of ize funds for fiscal years 1992 through school system; and the District of Co­ Ghana, Princeton N. Lyman, of Mary­ 1995 for programs, functions, and ac­ lumbia court system. land, to be Ambassador to the Republic tivities of the Bureau of Land Manage­ SD-138 of South Africa, Joseph Charles Wilson ment, Department of the Interior. Veterans' Affairs IV, of California, to be Ambassador to SD-366 Business meeting, to mark up pending the Gabonese Republic, and to serve calendar business. concurrently as Ambassador to the JULY2 SR-418 Democratic Republic of Sao Tome and Joint Economic 9:30a.m. Principe, and Joseph Monroe Segars, of Select on Indian Affairs Investment, Jobs, and Prices Subcommit­ Pennsylvania, to be Ambassador to the tee To hold oversight hearings on Republic of Cape Verde. fractionated heirships, Indian probate, To resume hearings to examine the fu­ SD-419 ture of the hospital industry, focusing oil and gas royalty management, land on hospital mergers and joint ventures. JUNE 26 consolidation demonstration programs. 2237 Rayburn Building 9:30a.m. SR-485 2:30p.m. Commerce, Science, and Transportation 10:00 a.m. Foreig·n Relations Science, Technolog-y, a ncl Space Sub­ Veterans' Affairs To hold hearing·s on the nominations of committee To hold hearings on S. 2028, to revise Robert L. Barry, of New Hampshire, to To hold hearings to examine new tech­ title 38, United States Code, to improve be Ambassador to the Republic of Indo­ nolog·ies for a sustainable world. and expand health care and health-care nesia, and David C. Fields, of Califor- SR-253 related services furnished to women 15280 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 17, 1992 veterans by the Department of Veter­ AUGUST4 CANCELLATIONS ans Affairs. 9:30a.m. SRr-418 Select on Indian Affairs JUNE 18 To hold hearings on S. 2746, to extend the 9:30a.m. JULY22 purposes of the Overseas Private In­ Commerce, Science, and Transportation 9:30a.m. vestment Corporation to include Amer­ Consumer Subcommittee Rules and Administration ican Indian Tribes and Alaska Natives. To hold hearings on S. 2232, to require To hold hearings on S. 2748, to authorize SRr-485 manufacturers of new automobiles to the Library of Congress to provide cer­ affix a label containing certain tain information products and services. consumer information on each auto­ SR.301 mobile manufactured after a specified year. SR--253