March 9, 1999 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E365 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

THE SATELLITE HOME VIEWERS ing to work with them, and unfortunately some Military construction work is an important ACT haven't. part of Hawaii's economy. Not only will Ha- However, there are some cases that there is waii's local companies benefit from this legis- HON. RICK HILL a unfair burden on the local broadcasters for lation, but all local companies across the na- OF MONTANA them to go to every household to prove if they tion will have a fair chance to compete for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES receive a signal. But we must take action to these projects that are worth millions of dol- correct this very concerning problem. lars. Tuesday, March 9, 1999 I appreciate that the Subcommittee Chair- By joining me in supporting H.R. 474 we Mr. HILL of Montana. Mr. Speaker, I wanted man, Mr. BILLY TAUZIN, has focused his efforts can provide the enforcement needed to make to thank you for allowing me to take a moment to come up with a legislative fix to address sure all bidders play by the same rules. I urge to discuss an issue that is very near and dear this matter. On February 25th, Representative my colleagues to support this legislation. to many Montanans heartsÐtheir satellite TAUZIN introduced the Save our Satellites Act f service. Many Montanans and others in rural (H.R. 851) that seeks to save network tele- America have been contacting us regarding vision signals for consumers who will unfairly CONGRATULATING COMMON the dispute over distant network satellite serv- lose access to satellite-delivered network pro- THREADS AWARD WINNERS ice between local broadcasters and satellite gramming. I am an original cosponsor if this providers. I share the concerns that many legislation and fully support its passage. HON. GEORGE RADANOVICH Montanans may be left without network sig- The Save our Satellites Act preserves the OF CALIFORNIA nals if we do not take appropriate action. status quo for 90 days so that a more reliable IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In a state as large as Montana, there are method of determining who is eligible to re- Tuesday, March 9, 1999 many areas that cannot receive a decent ceive network programming can be imple- broadcast signal of local television stations. mented. This is a good first step toward defus- Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise For many, the only recourse is to invest in sat- ing this emergency situation for rural satellite today in congratulate Muriel Smittcamp, Violet ellite equipment and programing packages in consumers. I look forward to working with Mr. Jensen, Geneva Shannon, Jane Logoluso, order to receive television programing. Re- TAUZIN and other Members of Congress to find and Mildred ``Micki'' Parker, the recipients of cently, the United States District Court for the common sense solutions to this very important the Common Threads Award. This award is Southern District of Florida (Case No. 96± issue. presented to women in agriculture who have 3650±CIV±NESBITT) issued a preliminary in- f made a remarkable contribution to their com- junction that requires the termination of net- munity through volunteer work and philan- work satellite service to over one million sub- H.R. 474—FEDERAL CONSTRUCTION thropy. scribers across the United States that fall with- CONTRACTING Muriel Smittcamp, of Clovis, CA, began her in the ``Grade B'' contour. career in agriculture, together with her hus- The Satellite Broadcasting and Communica- HON. PATSY T. MINK band Earl, in 1945, with the purchase of 200 tions Association stated that the Satellite OF HAWAII acres. She has volunteered her time with Home Viewer Act (SHVA) provides that Ameri- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES many organizations including the Ranchero cans who cannot receive an acceptable signal Guild of Valley Children's Hospital (V.C.H.), over-the-air from their local network affiliate Tuesday, March 9, 1999 the Holiday Guild, and the Fresno State Bull- are classified as ``unserved household'' and Mrs. MINK of Hawaii. Mr. Speaker, recently, dog Foundation, Muriel is also a California are therefore, eligible to receive network serv- I introduced legislation, H.R. 474, to help local State University, Fresno Alumni member, con- ice via satellite. An ``unserved household'' is contractors compete for military construction tributor and worker, and donates her services one that cannot receive a television signal of projects. The purpose of H.R. 474 is to ad- to the Clovis Library, the American Cancer So- ``Grade B'' intensity (as defined by the FCC). dress concerns raised by various unions, con- ciety and 4±H. Grade B is a technical measurement used by tractors, and the State of Hawaii, that local Violet Jensen, of Fresno, CA, became a the FCC to determine predictive signal dis- companies are not getting a fair shot at com- farmer's wife when she married Oliver Jensen tribution for tower placement for the broad- peting for military construction contracts. The in 1948. She has actively particpated in all casters. ability of out-of-state contractors to ignore phases of farm management including tractor Because the SHVA does not provide clear state tax and employment laws have allowed driving, tying vines and harvesting crops. She guidance on which households may lawfully them to avoid costs that local companies have has been a member of the Farm Bureau for receive network signals by satellite, and no to meet and thereby outbid our local compa- 50 years during which she has held several straightforward testing mechanism exists to nies. committee chairs. Violet has been active in ascertain which households are ``served,'' The problem of out of state contractors Raisin Wives, La Tienda Guild for V.C.H. and there is confusion in the marketplace. Unfortu- dodging state tax and employment laws was Twilight Haven. She was very active with the nately, this leaves millions of consumers documented at the Congressional hearing I Raisin Queen Pageant and the Farm Bureau caught in the middle. Local broadcasters in held on August 5, 1995, in Hawaii. H.R. 474 Princess Pageant. Montana have assured me of their willingness incorporates many of the suggestions and pro- Jane Logoluso Bautista, of Madera, CA, to work with Montanans who are determined posals made at this hearing on ways to make joined her father's farming operation in 1992. to be ``served households'' by the FCC, but do the bidding process more equitable for local Prior to that she had a 20 year career in the not actually receive a quality broadcast signal companies. health care industry. She is currently respon- by individually testing service and issuing H.R. 474 requires contractors to obtain a sible for government relations, personnel, waivers to allow them to continue receiving state tax clearance in order to be an eligible labor relations and special projects. Jane is network signals via satellite. And they will be bidder on military construction projects; it re- vice-chair of the California Apple Commission, trying to get a waiver to seek a waiver from quires them to obtain a state tax clearance trustee for U.S. Apple Association and is sec- his or her local television broadcaster, and and certify compliance with state employment retary of the Nisei Farmers' League. She vol- provided certain criteria are met, may ensure laws in order to receive the final project pay- unteers for the American Cancer Society and the continued delivery of network program- ment; allows a military agency to withhold pay- has served on the Kingsview Mental Health ming service via satellite. I have urged many ment in order to meet state tax obligations; Corp. Montanans who do not receive a signal to and it requires a contractor that has won a bid Geneva Shannon, of Visalia, CA, grew up contact their individual broadcast stations for a to obtain a state license in the state in which on a farm in Waukena, Ca. She married Eric waiver. I have heard from many Montanans the work is to be performed, if that state re- Shannon in 1980, and together they continued that some local broadcasters have been will- quires such a license. their farming interests. She was involved in 4±

∑ 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. E366 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 9, 1999 H and Future Farmers of America in school, Delaware River, and served in the Continental Today, I am announcing the introduction of and continues to support these organizations. Army. Thousands served in the War of 1812, a comprehensive Social Security plan that will Geneva served as president of the Tulare protected New Orleans when threatened in preserve the system while staying consistent Kings Chapter of California Women for Agri- 1815, and fought with the Party of Lincoln to with certain key values that have always pro- culture, and also on the State Board. She is achieve emancipation. Almost 400,000 African vided the heart and soul of the nation's most active in the Farm Bureau, and represents ag- Americans fought alongside white infantrymen popular social program: this plan does not riculture in the classroom. in World War I, though they had to do so in raise the retirement age, it does not cut bene- Mildred ``Micki'' Parker, of LeGrand, CA, segregated units and in the face of wide- fits, it does not raise tax rates, and it does not taught at both Chowchilla and Merced High spread misinformation that African Americans shift the risk onto individuals through individual Schools. She was a sponsor of the American lacked the intellectual ability to serve their private accounts funded by FICA taxes. Field Service and advisor to Future Business country. Today, almost 25% of our armed These are not academic considerations. Leaders of America. She and her husband forces are African American. They are the guiding principles of a program Richard farmed almonds for many years. After We seldom hear of the acts of individual that has risen literally millions of human her retirement from teaching, she actively par- courage displayed by our African American beings out of the wrenching grip of povertyÐ ticipated in day-to-day farm operations. Micki vets. Yet, the simple act of signing up to poverty that for so long was too often synony- has been active in the Merced area with the serveÐand facing bigotry, discrimination, and mous with old age or disability. For over half County Area Agency of Aging, Community Ac- segregation head onÐis at least as heroic as a century, they have been part of what defines tion Board, Women's Club and Farm Bureau. the act of serving this country. Even today, Americans as a people. She is also a member of the Merced Chapter though, our history books lack real substance President Clinton has already put forth an of California Women for Agriculture. about the full contributions of soldiers like Ver- excellent framework to strengthen Social Se- Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate the non Baker to our military legacy. Recognizing curity and Medicare and increase private sav- Common Threads Award winners. These their contribution, even if it takes African ings, which keeps the system solvent until women have shown outstanding involvement, American History Month to prompt us, is the 2055. My plan builds on this firm foundation, not only in agriculture, but in strengthening first step we must take. but takes an extra step to completely eliminate their respective communities. I urge my col- Ultimately, the contribution of men like Ver- the projected 2.19% actuarial deficit. Accord- leagues to join me in wishing these honorees non Baker should be remembered not as the ing to the Social Security Actuaries, my plan a bright future and continued success. contribution of an African American, but as the brings the Social Security System into long- f contribution of an American soldier. To quote term actuarial balance for the foreseeable fu- Interior Secretary Harold Ickes, ``Not color, not tureÐat least 75 years. CELEBRATING OUR AMERICAN race, not religion, not pedigree of family, nor Briefly, here's how we do it. My plan imple- HEROES place of birth, not social standing, not size of ments the President's proposal to authorize his bank account, not his trade, nor her pro- the transfer of 62% of the projected budget HON. STEVEN T. KUYKENDALL fession'' makes one an American. ``An Amer- surplus to the Social Security Trust Fund for a period of 15 years. It creates an Independent OF CALIFORNIA ican is one who loves justice and has a deep Social Security Investment Oversight Board IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and abiding respect for the dignity of men and that is authorized to hire private managers to Tuesday, March 9, 1999 women. An American will fight for his freedom and that of his neighbor. An American will invest a higher, though still prudent, portion of Mr. KUYKENDALL. Mr. Speaker, like many forgo ease and property and security in order the Social Security surplus into index funds. of my colleagues, I spent the recent district to preserve for himself and for his children the And it increasesÐand then indexesÐthe cap work period participating in celebratory events rights of free men and women.'' on taxable wages, without removing the cap for African American History Month. I saluted I proudly salute Vernon Baker, as well as altogether. Currently, 93% of wage earners the heroism of Eric Davis on the baseball dia- Eric Davis and John Bryant, for their fight to earn less than the cap, and will be totally un- mond and in his fight against colon cancer, preserve for all the rights of free men and affected. Under current law, less than 85% of John Bryant of Operation HopeÐour first non- women. I salute each, not because he or she all wages is subject to FICA contributions; this profit investment banking organization, and is an African American, but because they are has slipped in recent years from the historic Vernon J. Baker, a Purple Heart, Medal of Americans, fighting for collective ideals and to 90% due to the dramatic rise in disparity of Honor, and Bronze Star recipient for acts of make the world safe for all of us. wages. Raising the cap will restore the historic valor in World War II. f level, while affecting only the richest 7% of the Let me tell you a little about Vernon. Sec- population. ond Lieutenant Baker served in the Army and PERSONAL EXPLANATION These steps will ensure the solvency of So- fought in World War II. On April 5±6, 1945, cial Security for at least 75 years, while ensur- Second Lieutenant Baker destroyed enemy in- HON. LEE TERRY ing the guaranteed benefits Social Security stallations, personnel and equipment during OF NEBRASKA provides to seniors, individuals with disabil- his company's attack against a strongly en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ities, widows, widowers, and children. AndÐI trenched enemy in mountainous terrain. When Tuesday, March 9, 1999 can not say this often enoughÐit does so his company was stopped by the concentrated without raising the retirement age, without cut- fire from several machine-gun emplacements, Mr. TERRY. Mr. Speaker, I was unavoidably ting benefits, without raising tax rates, and he crawled to one position and destroyed it, detained during rollcall vote 31. Had I been without shifting the risk onto the backs of indi- killing three German soldiers. Continuing for- present, I would have voted ``nay.'' viduals. This is meaningful, responsible legis- ward, he attacked an enemy observation post f lation, and I intend to do my best to make and killed its two occupants. With the aid of THE INTRODUCTION OF THE sure my colleagues give it the hearing it de- one of his men, Second Lieutenant Baker at- NADLER SOCIAL SECURITY BILL serves. tacked two more machine-gun nests, killing or f wounding the four enemy soldiers occupying HON. JERROLD NADLER H.R. 475, MILITARY SPOUSES these positions. He then covered the evacu- OF NEW YORK ation of the wounded personnel of his com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pany by occupying an exposed position and HON. PATSY T. MINK drawing enemy fire. On the following night, Tuesday, March 9, 1999 OF HAWAII Second Lieutenant Baker voluntarily led a bat- Mr. NADLER. Mr. Speaker, I am here today IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES talion advance through enemy mine fields and because, as the ongoing national dialogue at- Tuesday, March 9, 1999 heavy fire toward the division objective. tests, the Social Security system is at a cross- Mrs. MINK of Hawaii. Mr. Speaker, recently Like Vernon, African Americans have played roads. The decisions we make this Congress I introduced H.R. 475, extending eligibility to an integral role in defending American ideals will have aftershocks that will be felt well into use the military health care system and com- since this country's origin. Their willingness to the second half of the 21st century. Concern missary stores to un-remarried former spouses serve this country dates back to the Revolu- for our children and our children's children de- of a member of the uniformed services in cer- tionary War and their service as ``privateers'' mand that those decisions be made carefully, tain circumstances. in America's first merchant marine. They seriously, and compassionatelyÐkeeping in Current law provides health and commissary fought in the Battle of Concord, crossed the mind Social Security's historic commitments. benefits to un-remarried former spouses who CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E367 meet the 20/20/20 ruleÐthose who were mar- close cooperation between the girl and an this floor last Thursday. Specifically, I spoke ried to military personnel for at least 20 years, adult Girl Scout Volunteer. about the earnings limits now imposed by the whose spouse served in the military for at As a member of the Cahaba girl Scout Social Security laws. To clarify, there are two least 20 years, and whose marriage and Council, Beverly Pankrat began working to- separate limits, one for individuals under the spouse's military service overlapped for 20 ward the Girl Scout Gold Award on November age of 65, and another for individuals between years. 9, 1997. She completed her project, Introduc- the age of 65 and 69. In 1999, those limits are A problem that frequently arises is that tion to the Internet and Web Page Design, and $9,600 and $15,500, respectively. Individuals many members who retire upon attaining 20 I believe she should receive the public rec- under the age of 65 with annual earnings of years of service were married a year or two ognition due her for this significant service to $20,000 stand to lose $5,200. Individuals be- after entering active duty. The overlap of their her community and her country. tween the ages of 65 and 69 with annual service and marriage is just short of 20 years. f earnings of $20,000 stand to lose $1,500. In Thus regardless of the subsequent length of TRIBUTE TO HERNANDO PINZON— either event, individuals with critical expertise marriage the spouse can never meet the cri- RETIRING AFTER 15 YEARS OF are encouraged not to work, to the detriment teria requiring the 20 year overlap. CONGRESSIONAL SERVICE of all Americans. H.R. 475 would eliminate this current in- f equity by extending to un-remarried former spouse's medical care and commissary bene- HON. GERALD D. KLECZKA JOHNSTON ATOLL fits if the member performed at least 20 years OF WISCONSIN of service which is creditable in determining IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. PATSY T. MINK the member's eligibility for retired pay and the Tuesday, March 9, 1999 OF HAWAII former spouse was married to the member for Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, Today I rise to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a period of at least 17 years during those pay tribute to Hernando Pinzon, of Milwaukee, Tuesday, March 9, 1999 years of service. who will retire March 31, 1999, after 15 years This inequity affects not only individuals in of dedicated service on my District Office Mrs. MINK of Hawaii. Mr. Speaker, recently my district, but spouses in every district across Staff. I introduced H.R. 478, that requires the Na- the Nation. Since the original introduction of Hernando was one of my very first hires tional Labor Relations Board to assert jurisdic- this legislation, I have received letters and when I was elected to Congress in a special tion over Johnston Atoll. phone calls from Massachusetts, Idaho, Cali- election in the spring 1984. He has tirelessly Johnston Atoll is an unincorporated territory fornia, Ohio, Arizona, Florida, Washington, served the residents of Wisconsin's 4th Con- located about 800 miles southwest of Hawaii. Maryland, Kansas, and Utah. gressional District ever since. Currently, the atoll is being used for weapons The Department of Defense has stated that Hernando has a sign on his Milwaukee of- disposal where military and civilian employees by providing a more liberal entitlement to fice door which reads ``I put veterans first. May work with hazardous materials and under po- these individuals, we would ``tax'' the Depart- I help you?'' That statement sums up tentially dangerous conditions to dispose of ment's resources thus increasing the budg- Hernando's dedication to the men and women chemical weapons. etary requirements. Well, I say it is worth it who have served, or who are currently serv- Civilian workers presently on the island can- when I read about a woman from Arizona who ing, in our nation's armed forces. As my con- not seek the protection of safe and fair work- was married to her husband for 36 years, but stituent liaison for veterans and military issues, ing conditions as normally provided to workers because she married him 1 year after his ini- Hernando works daily to ensure that these in- in the United States because the civilian work- tial enlistment, she missed the 20±20±20 rule dividuals receive the benefits and honors they ers on Johnston Atoll are not under the juris- by 11 months. These stories are tragic, and deserve. From handling insurance and retire- diction of the NLRB. we can do something to remedy this unfair- ment matters for military families, to obtaining This is a problem that is going on 9 years. ness. well-deserved military medals for service men In a petition before the NLRB in 1990, 185 I urge my colleagues to support H.R. 475. and women that were overdue many years employees of the civilian contractor were de- f ago, Hernando certainly puts veterans first. nied recognition as a bargaining unit by the As my District Office liaison for Hispanic Board because the Board declined to assert TRIBUTE TO BEVERLY PANKRAT issues, Hernando has attended countless His- jurisdiction over the territory of Johnston Atoll. OF GIRL SCOUT TROOP 563 panic Chamber of Commerce meetings and My legislation recognizes this injustice and events on Milwaukee's south side. He has simply states that the Board cannot decline to HON. SPENCER BACHUS truly been my ``eyes and ears'' at Hispanic assert jurisdiction over a labor dispute which OF ALABAMA events, bringing numerous issues to my atten- occurs on Johnston Atoll. tion and making it known to the community IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Without my legislation, these workers are that I am ready and willing to help. left without any recourse. There is no State or Tuesday, March 9, 1999 But Hernando's first priority is of course his local agency to assist them, and the one entity Mr. BACHUS. Mr. Speaker, today I would family. His wife Maria and his two children established by Congress to protect them has like to salute an outstanding young woman Carla and Hernando are the real joys of his declined to do so. This is a situation that we who has been honored with the Girl Scout life. I know that he is looking forward to can easily remedy. By enacting H.R. 478, we Gold Award by the Cahaba Girl Scout Council spending more time at home. In fact I under- provide the workers on Johnston Atoll the in Birmingham, Alabama. She is Beverly stand that Maria has enough remodeling same protections as the rest of the Nation. I Pankrat of Girl Scout Troop 563. She has projects lined up to keep him busy around the urge my colleagues to rectify this situation and been honored for earning the highest achieve- house for quite some time! support this bill. Best wishes, Hernando, on your well-de- ment award in U.S. Girl Scouting. The Girl f Scout Gold Award symbolizes outstanding ac- served retirement. We will miss your dedica- complishments in the areas of leadership, tion, your patience, and your quiet humor. May POLITICALLY MOTIVATED community service, career planning and per- you and your children enjoy the years to come ARRESTS IN BELARUS sonal development. The award can be earned by bicycling, hiking and fishing as you have by a girl aged fourteen through seventeen, or enjoyed many Milwaukee summertimes in the HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH past. God Bless. in grades ninth through twelfth. OF NEW JERSEY f Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., an organization IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES serving over 2.5 million girls, has awarded SOCIAL SECURITY EARNINGS Tuesday, March 9, 1999 more than twenty thousand Girl Scout Awards LIMIT CLARIFICATION to Senior Girl Scouts since the inception of the Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I program in 1980. To receive the award, a Girl rise today to decry the growing litany of re- Scout must earn four interest project patches, HON. STEVEN T. KUYKENDALL pressive measures undertaken by the Govern- OF CALIFORNIA the Career Exploration Pin, the Senior Girl ment of Belarus against the opposition, espe- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Scout Challenge, as well as design and imple- cially against members of the opposition's ment a Girl Scout Gold Award project. A plan Tuesday, March 9, 1999 Central Electoral Commission (CEC). Earlier for fulfilling these requirements is created by Mr. KUYKENDALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise this year, the legitimate Belarusian par- the Senior Girl Scout and carried out through today to clarify some comments I made on liamentÐthe 13th Supreme Soviet, disbanded E368 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 9, 1999 by president Alexander Lukashenka after the some fascists have appeared in Miensk and port, would be forced to fight against an Amer- illegal constitutional referendum which ex- have beaten somebody up. Do you know who ican navy that would develop and refine the tended his term of office by two years to they have beaten? Other fascists.'' On Feb- ability to conduct nearly continuous offensive 2001Ðset a date for the next presidential ruary 27, several thousand marchers partici- operations. Under Admirals Halsey and elections for May 16 and set up a Central pated in a peaceful anti-fascist demonstration Spruance, the Japanese would commit to bat- Election Commission to conduct these elec- in Miensk. Organizers of the demonstration, tle at one point and then find themselves over- tions. According to the 1994 constitution, Ales Bilyatsky who was sentenced to 10 days extended, or ``whipsawed,'' as American which most of the international community rec- administrative detention and Oleg Volchek forces struck elsewhere. ``Hit 'em where they ognizes as legitimate, Lukashenka's term ex- who was given a stiff fine, were cited for com- ain't.'' pires in July. Lukashenka has rejected calls mitting administrative offenses. Underpinning this effort, and indeed making for a presidential election and is clearly at- In late January, Lukashenka signed a de- much of America's success in the Pacific pos- tempting to neutralize democratic opposition to cree ordering political parties, public organiza- sible, were the essential contributions made his authoritarian rule. The most egregious tions and trade unions to re-register during the by the Navy's mobile Service Squadrons, crackdown in recent weeks was the sentenc- period February 1 and July 1. The re-registra- which provided at-sea battle damage repair in ing of CEC chairman Viktor Hanchar, to 10 tion process includes a variety of onerous stip- order to return vessels to combat duty as days ``administrative detention''. Hanchar suf- ulations which would have the effect of weak- quickly as possible. The Phaon, a battle dam- fered some injuries when he was detained and ening the NGOs and political parties. On Feb- age repair ship within Mobile Service Squaron treated roughly by police. He was not given ruary 17, the Lukashenka-controlled State Ten, and her sister ships, materially contrib- access to his lawyer, Hari Pahanyayla, and his Press Committee threatened six independent uted to fleet support at Tawara, Kwayalein, wife was not permitted to see him. newspapers with closure if they continued to Eniwetok, Saipan and Tinian. In the words of A few days earlier, on February 25, fifteen publish information about the opposition's historian Eric Larrabee, ``[t]he fleet had be- members of the CEC were arrested by police presidential election plans in May, charging come truly free of its landbound bases.'' in a cafe where they were meeting and dis- them with ``calling for the seizure of power in While much glory is rightly given to the cussing reports from local election commis- Belarus.'' On March 2, police searched the of- front-line combatants, it is important that we sions. Special police did not have a warrant fices of one of the six independent news- should also recognize the contributions and and prevented the videotaping of the arrest by papers, ``Pahonya'' in Hrodno, confiscating po- the sacrifice of our combat support personnel Russian television. Five-day detentions or litical cartoons and letters from readers. who made ultimate victory possible. heavy fines were meted out to several CEC Clearly, political tensions are increasing in f members, including Boris Gyunter, Anatoly Belarus, and the divide between the authori- Gurinovich, Sergei Obodovsky, Iosif tarian president and the democratic opposition HONORING THE LATE ALEX A. Naumchik, Algimantas Dzyarginchus, Alexan- is widening. Mr. Lukashenka and his minions HAUGHT, FEBRUARY 17, 1964– der Koktysh, Nikolay Pohabov, Valery should cease and desist their campaign to MARCH 3, 1999—REMEMBERING Sidorenko and Leonid Zakurdayev. Addition- harass journalists, to drain and demoralize in- HIS LIFE, SERVICE, AND FRIEND- ally, warnings have been issued to several dividuals and organizations in the opposition SHIP members of regional opposition elections com- through administrative fines and detentions, mittees, such as Iosif Naumchik in Vitebsk and and to forcefully squelch the right to the free- HON. BOB CLEMENT Sergei Abadowski in Mogilev. According to doms of expression and of assembly. Contin- OF TENNESSEE Radio Liberty, in Zhodzina, Miensk region, ued harassment of the oppositiion will only ag- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES local authorities have begun intimidating peo- gravate the current constitutional crisis in Tuesday, March 9, 1999 ple who joined or elected opposition regional Belarus and most certainly will not serve to election commissions. In Gomel, several oppo- promote reconciliation between the govern- Mr. CLEMENT. Mr. Speaker, we are here sition activists have been summoned and ment and opposition. Mr. Speaker, it is imper- today to remember our friend, Alex Haught, for questioned about their role in the organization ative that the international community continue there is so much to remember. of the May presidential elections scheduled by to speak out on behalf of those whose rights I remember when I hired Alex. I already the opposition. Police had seized leaflets are violated, and that we continue to support knew a lot about him, his reputation preceded about these elections at the office of the the restoration of democracy and rule of law in him: law degree, fund-raiser, a great people Gomel branch of the Belarusian Helsinki Com- Belarus. person, he knew the issues, he was vastly ex- mittee. f perienced with an excellent political network. The repression of the opposition's elections And, based on the things I knew about Alex, committees is part of a longstanding pattern of TRIBUTE TO THE CREW OF THE I hired him. Lukashenka's assault on democratic institu- U.S.S. ‘‘PHAON’’ But those are not the things I remember the tions and his campaign to stifle dissent in most. Belarus. On February 14, 20 students were ar- HON. JAMES M. TALENT I remember how likable he was. He was a rested by police in Miensk for violating street OF MISSOURI great listener. He possessed a gentle sweet- demonstration laws. Among them, Yevgeny IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ness in his character. He genuinely cared Skochko was sentenced to 10 days in jail, Vic- about people and had friends in every walk of tor Antonov to 5 days in jail, and Kazimir Tuesday, March 9, 1999 life. I remember that Alex loved to hunt and Kuchun and Ilya Banel were fined. Other op- Mr. TALENT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to praise fish. When I took him fishing, he caught the position activists in Gomel and Borisov have the officer and crew of the U.S.S. Phaon, and biggest fish. He loved his dogs, Truman and been tried for unsanctioned demonstrations their sister ships within the Mobile Service Scout, he loved his old Bronco, and the out- over the last few months. Two young workers Squadrons. Although often overlooked, their doors. I remember Alex as a country boy in Gomel, for instance, were sentenced to 3 contribution to the War in the Pacific was cen- working in big cities. days administrative detention for holding an tral to U.S. and allied success in that theater. I remember his infectious laugh, his loyalty, unsanctioned march. According to Reuters, A close reading of history will show that his compassionate and easygoing manner and the men were returning from a disco late in America's naval strategy in the Pacific theater, his patience. Alex was very unselfish. He was the evening and waving banners, which they which called for the ability to maintain continu- funny. He was tough. He was sensitive. were bringing home to wash. ous operations at extreme distances from His tastes were simple. Alex loved music Earlier in the month, on February 5, mem- American port facilities, was in a very real and sports. Most of all, Alex loved his family bers of the human rights movement Charter sense made possible through the efforts and and his friends. '97 were attacked and beaten in Miensk by sacrifice of the Navy's logistics repair squad- I trusted, respected and counted on Alex members of the fascist Russian National Unity rons. Haught. I loved Alex. As did people in the party. Andrei Sannikov, the Charter's inter- Japan's wartime plans envisioned an active White House. So did people in White House, national coordinator and former deputy foreign defense across the periphery of its sphere of Tennessee. minister of Belarus was beaten unconscious. control, thus denying the United States the I remember my great faith in Alex HaughtÐ According to the International League for bases from which to launch and support offen- such faith that I placed a large responsibility Human Rights a few days later, President sive operations. Their leadership never pre- for my own political future directly on his Lukashenka trivialized the incident on pared for the likelihood that their own forces, shoulders, because you could place that kind Belarusian television, saying: ``They say that operating at extended distances from home of faith in Alex. He accomplished more in a CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E369 brief life than most people could in several life- defeated the team previously ranked number It is extremely unfair to require work, not times, and he had a lot more to give. one in the entire country. pay any wages for that work, and credit noth- I will miss my friend Alex Haught deeply and Congratulations to Mansfield Superintendent ing toward Social Security, unemployment I will always remember him. Vernon Newsom, Lady Tiger coach Samantha compensation, and other wage-based benefits I will remember the sense of calm assured- Morrow, and most of all to the mighty Mans- programs. ness that Alex imparted every day, over and field Lady Tiger student athletes. Your hard But this is exactly what is currently allowed over. He believed in me and he believed in work and dedication throughout this season under the new welfare reform law. States are each of you, even when we disappointed him. have been an inspiration to everyone in North able to enact workfare programs in which wel- I will remember Alex's comfort dealing in the Texas. You have our gratitude for an inspiring fare recipients are forced to work off their wel- highest circles of power and his discomfort and exciting season. Hopefully this will be the fare benefit, rather than receiving real wages. and power's pretentious trappings. I will re- first of many trips to Austin for the Mansfield member his approach to solving problems and Lady Tigers. My bill corrects this problem by crediting the how he dealt with people. I will remember how f hours worked without direct compensation as Alex built bridges. though minimum wage were paid for the pur- Most important of all, I will always remem- MARY CURTIS ARANHA, MARY- pose of claiming earned income tax credits. ber how Alex, even on the busiest day, LAND’S 1999 MOTHER OF THE If work is a virtue, then all work should be stopped to smell the roses. Politics is a dif- YEAR treated the same. ficult and demanding profession. Most days I urge my colleagues to support my bill, we race from one meeting to the next. You HON. ALBERT RUSSELL WYNN H.R. 932, the Work for Real Wages Act. take one call while two are on hold and can OF MARYLAND work with someone for years without learning IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f anything significant about them as a person. Tuesday, March 9, 1999 But not Alex. He didn't walk up to your CELEBRATING WTOP’S 30 YEARS desk, state his business and leave. Alex sat in Mr. WYNN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to sa- OF SERVICE the chair and talked about life for a while first. lute Maryland's 1999 Mother of the Year Mary He had a rare ability that made you want to Curtis Aranha. She will represent Maryland at tell him your deepest secrets. He would listen the national convention of American Mothers, HON. STENY H. HOYER and he would listen some more. And, there Inc. (AMI) in Honolulu, Hawaii, on April 27, was always a hint of humor even in the dark- 1999, where a national Mother of the Year will OF MARYLAND est hour. Alex loved life. And somehow, being be selectedÐa practice that began in 1935 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES around Alex always made you enjoy life more with Sara Delano Roosevelt. too. A resident of Capitol Heights, MD and my Tuesday, March 9, 1999 constituent, she has been cited by Governor The clock might be ticking on a critical vote Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Parris Glendening for her devotion to her fam- in history, but it was never so important that recognize one of Washington, D.C.'s most de- ily as well as her tireless efforts on behalf of Alex couldn't stop to ask about the latest on pendable and objective sources of news, the education and moral development of other the University of Tennessee Volunteers foot- WTOP Radio, which celebrates its 30th Anni- children and families throughout Maryland. As ball team. A deadline might be imminent, but versary today. not so pressing Alex couldn't share a joke, or Principal of Benjamin Foulois Traditional Acad- a quick burger, or take your phone call. emy, she introduced a program of character WTOP has always been a prime source of Tennessee has lost a true leader. Our Na- education and mother mentoring that has in- information on major news events. Their vet- tion has lost a bright young mind full of ideas spired emulation in many Maryland commu- eran news staff has covered historical events and possibilities. And, I have lost a friend. nities and has received national recognition. such as the Watergate scandal, the Vietnam Alex Haught's legacy is stamped on our po- She now leads Maryland's Office of Character War, the Persian Gulf War and the recent im- litical system and in our individual hearts. Education where she combines both her pro- peachment and Senate trial of President Clin- I miss him deeply. And Alex, I will always, fessional and volunteer efforts on behalf of ton. always remember. children and families. Throughout all of these turbulent times, f AMI, founded in 1933, the official sponsor of WTOP has presented comprehensive, up to Mothers Day, is the sponsor of the Mother-of- the minute coverage of events. In an era when TRIBUTE TO THE MANSFIELD the-Year program where outstanding mothers some news outlets have diminished the LADY TIGERS from all walks of life and ethnic, racial and amount of coverage devoted to political activ- socio-economic backgrounds in America's 50 ity, WTOP remains committed to their format HON. MARTIN FROST states and the District of Columbia are hon- of bringing the latest developments on Capitol OF TEXAS ored as representative of the ``best in the Hill to their listening audience. This, however, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES state''. The organization which has chapters in would not be possible without Dave McCon- local communities throughout America pro- Tuesday, March 9, 1999 nell, WTOP's Congressional correspondent. vides outreach programs that enhance the Dave McConnell has been working with Mr. FROST. Mr. Speaker, I rise again today growth and well-being of families. WTOP since 1965 and has been doing a daily in praise of a remarkable group of student ath- Mr. Speaker, please join me in cheering broadcast called, ``Today on the Hill'' since letes, the Lady Tigers of Mansfield High Mary Curtis Aranha, Maryland's 1999 Mother 1981. With this show, Dave talks directly to School. This past weekend, the Lady Tigers of the Year. members about issues and developments that won Mansfield's first-ever state championship f in any sport by beating Corpus Christi Carroll are unfolding in Congress. I have had the to become Texas state champions in girls bas- INTRODUCTION OF H.R. 932, THE privilege of working with Dave for almost twen- ketball. WORK FOR REAL WAGES ty years. A native of Washington, D.C., he at- Mr. Speaker, I just returned this morning tended the University of Maryland and went on from my district and I can tell you that the girls HON. PATSY T. MINK to cover Prince George's County and Mary- of Mansfield High have spread Tiger-fever land politics when I was the President of the OF HAWAII State Senate. I have always found Dave to be throughout North Texas. Mansfield is a town IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with just one high school and the local school a fair, dedicated and knowledgeable reporter. district is the largest employer, so it is ex- Tuesday, March 9, 1999 He does a great service to the people who de- pected that the Lady Tigers would be the talk Mrs. MINK of Hawaii. Mr. Speaker, I rise pend on WTOP for their news. of Mansfield. today to speak on a bill that I recently intro- WTOP serves a real need of the commu- But communities throughout North Texas duced, H.R. 932Ðthe Work for Real Wages nity, not only providing important political have rallied behind the Lady Tigers, and the Act. H.R. 932 requires that welfare recipients news, but also traffic, weather and sports. I media in Dallas and Fort Worth have been who perform unpaid work as a condition of re- know that all my colleagues join me to com- filled with stories of the Mansfield girls toppling ceiving benefits be credited with wages for the mend WTOP on 30 years of dedicated service opponents from bigger schools. In fact, on purposes of calculating the Earned Income to the community and wish them even greater their route to the state finals, the Lady Tigers Tax Credit [EIC]. success in the next 30 years. E370 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 9, 1999 DISASTER MITIGATION AND COST local news. WTOP has consistently provided ing Trades Council. Ed Patz has devoted his REDUCTION ACT OF 1999 comprehensive, up-to-the-minute news cov- career toward the expansion of labor ideals erage. The frequent weather and traffic reports and fair standards for all working people. SPEECH OF have kept Washington informed and on time. On this special day, I offer my heartfelt con- HON. LEE TERRY In addition to reporting the news, I am proud gratulations to Ed Patz. His large circle of fam- that WTOP has shown a true community com- ily and friends can be proud of the contribu- OF NEBRASKA mitment. The station dependably reports and tions this prominent individual has made. His IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES produces public service announcements and work in the labor movement provided union Thursday, March 4, 1999 school closings. In addition, WTOP has con- workers in Northwest Indiana opportunities sistently helped to raise funds with various they might not have otherwise had. Mr. Patz's The House in Committee of the Whole leadership kept the region's labor force strong House on the State of the Union had under charity organizations. consideration the bill (H.R. 707) to amend the Several national broadcasting figures started and helped keep America working. Those in Robert T. Stafford Disaster Relief and Emer- their careers at WTOP, including Connie the movement will surely miss Mr. Patz's dedi- gency Assistance Act to authorize a program Chung, Warner Wolf, Roger Mudd, and Sam cation and sincerity. I sincerely wish Ed Patz for predisaster mitigation, to streamline the Donaldson. During my service in Congress, I a long, happy, and productive retirement. administration of disaster relief, to control have had the pleasure to work with another f the Federal costs of disaster assistance, and Washington institution, WTOP's long-term for other purposes: TRIBUTE TO ELENA PEISER Capitol Hill Correspondent Dave McConnell. HANRAHAN Mr. TERRY. Mr. Chairman, H.R. 707, ``The WTOP continues to serve more than just Disaster Mitigation and Cost Reduction Act of Washington. I am pleased that WTOP has 1999'' is a good bill for three reasons. First, provided my district in Montgomery County, HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN this legislation will provide funding to a newly Maryland with around-the-clock news cov- OF NEW YORK created pre-disaster mitigation program, which erage for these thirty years. WTOP's current IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is something that has been needed for quite AM and FM broadcast signals reach listeners Tuesday, March 9, 1999 sometime. Second, this legislation will in- from Baltimore to Richmond, and from the Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today crease the authorization for post-mitigation Chesapeake Bay to the Shenandoah Valley. to pay tribute to Elena Peiser Hanrahan on the funding by 33 percent. Third, H.R. 707 places I extend my warmest congratulations to celebration on her 70th birthday on Saturday, the needs of victims ahead of bureaucratic red WTOP radio on this special anniversary. March 13, 1999. tape. f Elena is a woman of many accomplish- When a disaster occurs, non-profit organiza- ments. She has been a leader in her Bayside tions should be given the ability to move as TRIBUTE TO EDWARD PATZ community for many years and she has volun- fast as possible to help restore vital services teered countless hours for many different to those in need. These organizations, what HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY causes. are known as ``lifeline facilities,'' provide criti- OF INDIANA Elena has served her parish of Our Lady of cal services such as: communications power, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Blessed Sacrament as President of the drinking water, water treatment, and emer- Rosary Society. She has also been an active Tuesday, March 9, 1999 gency medical care to communities in need. In member of the National Council of Catholic the wake of a disaster, it is imperative that Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it gives me Women. She served as President of the these facilities receive the aid necessary to re- great pleasure to pay tribute to an outstanding Brooklyn Diocesan branch of the NCCW, and cover without delay, so they can help others citizen of Indiana's First Congressional District, was appointed executive director of the North- that might be suffering. It does not make Mr. Edward Patz. On March 27, 1999, Mr. east region. She currently is the NCCW rep- sense to impose any additional paperwork Patz, along with his friends and family, will cel- resentative to the United Nations. burden on these organizations in the hours or ebrate his retirement from the Pipefitter's Elena was the Director of Volunteers at the days after a disaster has occurred. Local Union 597. This reception will take place New York Eye and Ear Infirmary for 12 years. I am pleased that the legislation includes an at the Villa Cesare in Schererville on March While there, she expanded the network to in- amendment I offered in Committee to allow 27, 1999. clude handicapped volunteers as well as sen- these critical care facilities to be put back into Ed Patz has dedicated a substantial portion ior citizens and teens. service as soon as possible in order to pre- of his life to the betterment of union members Currently, Elena is the community relations vent additional loss of life or property. and the community of Northwest Indiana, as director for her local chapter of the American Mr. Chairman, I am a strong supporter of well as the entire state. Association of Retired Persons. She still main- cutting unnecessary federal spending. How- Mr. Patz's distinguished career in the labor tains her busy schedule at her church where ever, if even one life may be threatened be- movement has made his community and na- she helps to produce the monthly newsletter, cause of delay, it is not worth it. tion a better place in which to work and live. organizes a pre-school group called ``Mommy I commend my colleague and Subcommittee For more than forty years, Mr. Patz has and Me,'' and lectors regularly at Mass. Chairwoman TILLIE FOWLER for her efforts. served as an important figure in Local #597. Elena has accomplished all of this while de- H.R. 707 is a good bill and one that I ask He has held several positions throughout his voting herself to her family of 8 children, 4 every member to support. tenure, but none as important as Business stepchildren, and 10 grandchildren. She is an f Agent, a position from which he retired on energetic and motivated citizen who shows no January 1, 1999. sign of slowing down as she enters her eighth CONGRATULATING WTOP RADIO Mr. Patz began his involvement with Local decade. FOR THIRTY YEARS OF NEWS Union 597 in 1956, through his Pipefitter Ap- Mr. Speaker, I ask all my colleagues in the COVERAGE prenticeship with the Robert Gordon Corpora- House of Representatives to join me in ex- tion. Ed Patz was the top apprentice in the tending my best wishes and congratulations to HON. CONSTANCE A. MORELLA state of Indiana and won the state apprentice- Elena Peiser Hanrahan on the occasion of her 70th birthday, and wishing her many more OF MARYLAND ship contest on November 23, 1960. In the years of active service to her family and to her IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES same year, Mr. Patz graduated from the ap- prenticeship program and attained the rank of community. Tuesday, March 9, 1999 a journeyman. In 1983, Mr. Patz was elected f Mrs. MORELLA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in to the Pipefitter's Local Union 597 executive IN SUPPORT OF H. CON. RES. 22 order to recognize and celebrate a Washing- board, where he served a three-year term. Mr. ton establishment. Today marks the thirtieth Patz was elected to the position of Business anniversary of WTOP radio's commitment to Agent in June of 1986, where he remained HON. PETER DEUTSCH OF FLORIDA an all-news format here in the nation's capital. until his retirement in January 1999. Ed Patz IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Since 1969, WTOP has been Washington's served three consecutive two-year terms as only all-news radio station, and a primary Secretary-Treasurer for the Northwest Indiana Tuesday, March 9, 1999 source of information on major news events. Building Trades Council, and was involved as Mr. DEUTSCH. Mr. Speaker, I was very dis- For thirty years, WTOP has been a leader a committee chairman and/or member of nu- turbed to read on the front page of The Wash- in the reporting of international, national, and merous committees associated with the Build- ington Post on February 11, 1999 the headline CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E371 ``Chinese Missiles Menace Taiwan.'' Through- H.R. 931 takes this important program and After graduating from Jeff Davis High School out my tenure in Congress, I have fought hard goes a step further to improve it. It allows indi- in Houston, he entered the Navy to bravely to ensure the safety of Taiwan, and this report viduals who left their jobs because of sexual fight for his country during World War II, and others are evidence that Congress must harassment or the loss of child care to collect where he served in the Seabees as a special be vigilant in reinforcing its commitment to this unemployment compensation. undersea diver in the Philippine Islands. tiny island state. Sexual harassment is a widespread phe- After the War, he returned to his hometown According to a Pentagon report, Beijing now nomenon. 42% of women and 15% of men of Houston to continue his education at the has 150±200 ballistic missiles aimed at Tai- have encountered some sort of sexual harass- University of Houston. Henry was an outstand- wan and has plans to increase that number to ment in occupational settings. Despite the per- ing athlete on the first University of Houston 650. It is clear that this threat is a challenge vasive nature of this problem, only 1%±7% of football team. His love of the game was so to Taiwan's increased democracy and inde- victims file formal complaints. Oftentimes, sex- great that, upon graduation in 1948, he began pendenceÐas evidenced most recently by its ual harassment results in low productivity and coaching the Aldine School District football successful elections. absenteeism. Although some victims may es- team. His true enjoyment of working with We all remember the last time this hap- cape the problem simply by leaving their jobs, young players and enthusiasm for football pened. In March, 1996, China reacted to Tai- this option is not available for everyone. Un- soon made him a respected figure at the wan's imminent first democratic presidential less one has money saved or another job school. After a 7-year tenure at Aldine, Henry elections by testing missiles in the waters just lined up, it is hard to give up a steady pay moved to Jackson Jr. High and later to our miles off the coast of Taiwan's largest harbor, check. alma mater, Jeff Davis High School. It was during his 14-year career at Jeff Kaohsiung. The United States responded My bill addresses this economic obstacle by Davis High School that I came to know Coach swiftly and effectively, by dispatching aircraft giving victims of sexual harassment the option Gomez. While a young player on his teams, I carriers to the Taiwan Straits to show the Chi- to leave their jobs and to collect unemploy- nese government our strong opposition to its learned the true importance of teamwork and ment compensation if they can show ``facts cooperation that remains with me today. At actions. sufficient to establish a prima facie case'' that Our response in 1996 was based on the Jeff Davis, his influence reached beyond the they were victimized by sexual harassment. football field as he worked as counselor and provisions of the 1979 Taiwan Relations Act, In addition, H.R. 931 helps workers who which stipulated that the United States con- ultimately Vice Principal of the school. He was leave employment because of the loss of child a leader who drew much admiration from his sider ``any effort to determine the future of Tai- care by allowing them to collect unemploy- wan by other than peaceful means . . . of students, players and colleagues. ment compensation. Hoping to expand his involvement with the grave concern to the United States.'' Our re- The need for child care is a daily reality for young people of his community, Mr. Gomez sponse now should be based on this same millions of America's working families. As real transferred to James Deady Middle School principle. wages have stagnated over the last decade, where he began another 14-year career as 1999 marks the 20th anniversary of the Tai- many families have adapted by having two Assistant Principal. He was lovingly known wan Relations ActÐthe cornerstone of U.S. wage earners per family. Also, over this same during his tenure as the ``Sheriff of Deady,'' commitment to Taiwan's safety and security. period, the number of children living in mother- whose firm yet kind demeanor and dedication We must commemorate this anniversary by only families has increased. As a result, more to the enrichment of young minds drew re- sending a clear message to Beijing that their women with children are working. In 1997, spect and love from all who knew him. acts of aggression and intimidation against 65% of women with children under the age of Upon retirement from his long career in edu- Taiwan need to cease. Beijing must under- 6 were working compared to only 39% in cation, Henry Gomez maintained close ties stand that, as we have in the past, we will 1975. Child care is critical for these millions of with the Texas school system, where he was come to the aid of Taiwan in case of a Chi- working families. involved in both the Houston and Pasadena nese threat. If a working parent loses this child care, he Area Retired Teacher's Association. I am proud to be a co-sponsor of H. Con. or she has little choice but to stop working The death of Henry Gomez is a blow to all Res. 22 which concludes that ``the United until new child care can be found. H.R. 931 who loved and respected him. His years of States should help Taiwan defend itself in would help those parents by allowing them to working with students and his devotion to his case of threats or a military attack by the Peo- collect unemployment compensation if they left community touched a countless number of ple's Republic of China against Taiwan.'' This their jobs because of the loss of adequate lives, including my own. Those of us who were resolution repeats the provisions of one I intro- child care for a dependent child under the age fortunate enough to have known him will never duced in 1997, which was passed by the of 12. forget his kind spirit, his leadership in the com- House of Representatives later that year. The loss of child care places a tremendous munity, and his dedication to coaching and Mr. Speaker, let us pass H. Con. Res. 22 strain on working parents. Although H.R. 931 teaching. He has left a legacy that will never now, and let us send a strong message to does not relieve the stress over this loss, it be forgotten. Beijing that we will not stand idly by while our does ease the financial strain placed on par- Mr. Speaker, please join me in paying trib- friends on Taiwan are bullied into submission ents in this situation. ute to the life of Henry Gomez. Those of us by Chinese military might. I am proud to introduce H.R. 931 and I urge fortunate enough to have known him are truly f my fellow Members of Congress to join me in blessed. f INTRODUCTION OF H.R. 931 support of this bill. We must seize the oppor- tunity to help workers trapped in these unfortu- INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION HON. PATSY T. MINK nate situations. ESTABLISHING THE ‘‘MEDICAL OF HAWAII f INNOVATION TAX CREDIT’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING THE LIFE OF HENRY A. Tuesday, March 9, 1999 GOMEZ HON. SAM JOHNSON Mrs. MINK of Hawaii. Mr. Speaker, I rise OF TEXAS today to introduce a bill important to all work- HON. GENE GREEN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, March 9, 1999 ers, H.R. 931. OF TEXAS We no longer live in an era of one-company IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, careers. Workers today change jobs with fre- today, Congressman SANDER LEVIN and I have Tuesday, March 9, 1999 quency. Oftentimes, these job changes are introduced legislation, H.R.Ðthat will establish because of the worker's own choosing, how- Mr. GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I ask all a new ``Medical Innovation Tax Credit.'' Last ever, just as often, they are not. In this era of of my colleagues in Congress to join me in year, we introduced similar legislation with downsizing and mergers, no one is safe from paying tribute to an outstanding individual and strong, bipartisan support. This bill is designed unemployment. Fortunately, Congress estab- my high school football coach, Henry Gomez. to provide incentives for companies to utilize lished the unemployment compensation sys- Coach Gomez passed away on January 13th our Nation's medical schools and teaching tem to provide temporary financial relief to after leading a long and distinguished life of hospitals to conduct important clinical testing workers who have lost their jobs. And it is a service to his community and commitment to research. These institutions have led the world good thing it did. Last year, unemployment the enrichment of young minds. on the development of medical advances, in- compensation was estimated to have helped Henry Gomez devoted his professional and cluding cures for small pox, treatments for dia- 8.6 million workers who lost their jobs. private life to serving his home state of Texas. betes, cancer, and leukemia as well as the E372 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 9, 1999 irradication of polio. It is important that we the Mayor of Fair Lawn, New Jersey. He has tion for Americans, supporting our efforts to make every effort to insure that American just written his 14th book-length work. unlock the Aviation Trust Fund and make teaching hospitals and medical schools remain Sandy went on to earn a Masters degree in much-needed investment in our airports and leaders in the fight against disease. physical therapy, and to find employment as air traffic control system. Medical schools and teaching hospitals are the Associate Director of Physical Therapy at Let it not be under our watch that the na- the training grounds for our nation's health the Manhattan Hospital for Special Therapy. tion's aviation system falls into such disrepair care professionals. They are centers for devel- She then became director for the Amsterdam that Americans are imperiled when they take opment of innovative medical technologies Nursing Home division, and has authored sev- to the skies. I urge my conservative col- and treatments, as well as the backbone for eral works on physical therapy treatments. leagues to support protecting the Aviation innovation in American medicine. They are I met Dan and Bev at David's inauguration Trust Fund by cosponsoring H.R. 111, the able to develop life saving drugs, medical de- as Mayor this past January 1st, and I am glad vices and surgical techniques due to their to know such a devoted couple, who are also ``Truth in Budgeting Act,'' and supporting a unique position to link research, medical train- two remarkable individuals. Budget Resolution that reflects this critical pri- ing and patient care. Unfortunately, medical It is rare today that any couple can spend ority. schools and teaching hospitals face serious fi- a half century in wedded bliss, but they are COALITIONS FOR AMERICA, nancial challenges due to profound changes in two people who have managed it. Dan turns Washington, DC, March 8, 1999. the health care marketplace. As funding Hon. BUD SHUSTER, 80 this October and Bev will be 75 in just a Rayburn House Office Building, shrinks, so does the vital, life saving medical few weeks, but they are both still active in Washington, DC. research they perform. their new home in Boca Raton, Florida, play- The Medical Innovation Tax Credit is a re- ing tennis, golf, and exploring the Internet. DEAR CHAIRMAN SHUSTER: I am writing to sponse to this alarming decline in utilization of congratulate you for introducing AIR–21, a Recently, Dan, who is a World War II vet- bill to ensure adequate funding for the na- the Country's superior medical facilities for eran with 26 missions in the Triangle ``A'' tional air transportation system. Your pro- clinical trials. Under the credit, companies squadron in England, used the Internet to re- posal to require that federal aviation user would be eligible for an incremental 20% tax unite with his Captain and navigator, whom he taxes be used for their intended purposes— credit for expenditures on human clinical trials had not seen in 54 years. Last year, he met particularly development of airports and the performed by: (1) non-profit or public medical up with the remainder of his crew. Some of his air traffic system—is commendable. The schools; (2) teaching hospitals owned by or af- combat photos, including the Bridge of the Re- needs of the aviation system are so massive filiated with an institution of higher learning; (3) magen, were included in the wartime exhibit that all available funds must be spent. The a medical research organization affiliated with shown at the National Archives in Washington. health of our economy depends to a very sig- a medical school or teaching hospital; or (4) He has not stopped giving to his community. nificant extent on a vibrant air transporation system. non-profit research hospitals that are des- In Boca Raton, he has been performing ignated as cancer centers by the National magicÐwhich he has done professionally for I also applaud your inclusion in AIR–21 of Cancer Institute of the National Institutes of nearly 70 yearsÐat hospitals for youngsters a provision to lift the federally imposed re- Health. The credit requires that research be with terminal diseases such as AIDS, and for striction on the local airport funding option performed in the United States, encouraging seniors. Bev is now frequently his assistant at known as the passenger facility charge companies to retain and expand their clinical (PFC). As I stated in my letter of February these events. 8, whenever there is an opportunity for the research projects, rather than relocating such They have three grandchildren (Scott, Elyse, federal government to provide more auton- activities abroad. and Pam), daughter-in-law Kathy, and a host omy to local governments, it should do so. I urge my colleagues to join with me in the of friends and relatives who are joining them Your bill does that. While it would be pref- establishment of the Medical Innovation Tax and their children in celebration of their first 50 erable to remove the PFC cap entirely, eas- Credit. A tax credit that is truly a ``credit for years of marriage. I wish them well and con- ing the federal restriction on local govern- life.'' gratulate them on this wonderful achievement. ment funding prerogatives by doubling the amount of funds that airports can raise f f through this means is a constructive step. I TRIBUTE TO DANIEL GANZ AND CONSERVATIVES SUPPORT urge you to continue to pursue the goal of BEVERLEE KAUFMAN FOR THEIR UNLOCKING AVIATION TRUST eliminating the federal cap on PFC’s, but in 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY the meantime, I support the provision in FUND your bill. I urge your colleagues in the House and Senate to support it as well. HON. STEVE R. ROTHMAN HON. BUD SHUSTER It is also critical to ensure that airports OF NEW JERSEY OF PENNSYLVANIA have the ability to spend the PFC to meet IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the needs that exist at their particular fa- cilities. For some airports, the needs are Tuesday, March 9, 1999 Tuesday, March 9, 1999 greatest on the airside—runways, taxiways, Mr. ROTHMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, unlocking the and aprons. At other airports, gates and re- to pay tribute to Daniel M. Ganz and Beverlee Aviation Trust Fund is a tax fairness issue. lated facilities throughout the terminal are needed to expand capacity or enhance com- Kaufman, who will be celebrating the 50th an- Republicans should unanimously support this petition. At still other airports, groundside niversary of their wedding on March 27, 1999. effort, because it restores honesty to the access is the biggest problem. Given that It is fitting that they are celebrating this anni- budget process. A part of the budget surplus PFCs are collected from the passenger, any versary with their two children (David and comes from aviation user fees that the travel- project that makes the passenger’s trip to or Sandy), their friends, and the rest of their fam- ling public pays on a promise from Congress through the airport more efficient and less ily. to ensure a safe and efficient transportation susceptible to congestion and delays—wheth- For many years, Beverlee and Danny Ganz system. In ten years, under current aviation in- er airside, in the terminal, or groundside— lived in Rockville Centre, Long Island, where vestment patterns, it will be neither safe nor should be allowed. they raised their family and were active in efficient. I know that you are particularly concerned community affairs. Dan, in particular, was very Moreover, investment in assets for America about protecting the interests of passengers. involved with the Recreation Department as a is a Republican concept and sound transpor- Ensuring that airports have the flexibility to volunteer working with both table-tennis and tation infrastructure is the foundation of com- use PFCs to fund projects that ease the bur- court-tennis. merce and our economy. We can credit Theo- dens encountered by the traveling public any where at the airport will certainly be in the They sent their children to the Rockville dore Roosevelt with the vision to build the passengers’ interest. Centre public school system. David then went Panama Canal, and Dwight Eisenhower for off to Georgetown University, in Washington, the Interstate Highway System. Republicans Again, I applaud your commitment to pro- D.C., and Sandy to Northeastern University in have historically been the party of builders and mote the development of the national air transportation system, for the benefit of our Boston, Massachusetts. we should continue to advocate sound federal national and regional economies and the pas- David became a lawyer, practicing in New programs that enrich our nation and our qual- sengers and shippers who use the system. York City and New Jersey, later served as the ity of life. Sincerely, volunteer president of the American Numis- I am submitting for the record a letter from PAUL M. WEYRICH, matic Association, and currently presides as Paul Weyrich, National Chairman of the Coali- National Chairman. CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E373 SUNRAYCE 99 Day Parade, the second largest St. Patrick's velopments. His is clearly the most profes- Day Parade in New York State. sional and reliable source of Capitol Hill news HON. MATT SALMON This parade is not only a festive happening, available to the Washington areaÐeven for us OF ARIZONA it is a chance for all of us in New York City members. I ask the House to join me in recognizing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to celebrate and pay tribute to Irish culture. This year's honorees represent the best of WTOP's valuable contribution to the greater Tuesday, March 9, 1999 what our City's political, educational and reli- Washington area over the last 30 years, and Mr. SALMON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to gious leaders have to offer. in my hope that the station will continue to sponsor the House version of the resolution Grand Marshal Geraldine D. Chapey is a provide us with around-the-clock news for that will permit the organizers of Sunrayce 99 member of the New York State Board of Re- many years to come. to sponsor a public event, with solar-powered gents and is the past President of Community f cars, on the Capitol Grounds on June 20, School Board 27. Fellow Grand Marshal Chief SPEECH OF RON RANKIN 1999, or on such other dates as the speaker Bernard (Buddy) Sullivan is the founder of the of the House of Representatives and the Com- ``New York Sanitation, Emerald Society, Pipe mittee on Rules and Administration of the and Drum Band'' and an active member of the HON. HELEN CHENOWETH Senate may jointly designate, to conduct New York City Department of Sanitation Emer- OF IDAHO opening ceremonies for Sunrayce 99. Senator ald Society. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ALLARD has introduced the Senate version (S. Honorary Grand Marshal Monsignor Martin Tuesday, March 9, 1999 Con. Res. 13). T. Geraghty has served as the pastor of St. Mrs. CHENOWETH. Mr. Speaker, it is clear As the Chairman and co-founder of the Francis de Sales parish since 1988. Fellow through the writings of our Founding Fathers House Renewable Energy Caucus I appre- Honorary Grand Marshal Janet Timlin Fash is that the freedom of religion and a belief in ciate the innovation necessary to identify and the president of the Rockaway Action Commit- God was essential to the prosperity of this utilize alternative forms of energy. As we tee and works as a media teacher for Commu- great nation. move into the 20th Century, one of the critical nity School District 27. The Declaration of Independence framed environmental challenges facing us is the The Parade's seven Deputy Grand Mar- our country's political and legal systems and a need to discover the possibilities of sustain- shals, Harold Rochelle, J.P. Farrell, Frances strong reliance and recognition of God be- able energy development, so that our children, Sheehan, William W. Whelan, Margaret Clarke cause it acknowledged that we ``are endowed and their families will be able to enjoy the Keating, Ann Barbera and Senator A. Waldon, by their Creator with certain unalienable clean air and environment that is so important Jr. have each devoted themselves to making rights . . .''. Furthermore, Article VI of the to the health of our nation. the Rockaways a better place to live by help- Constitution states, ``. . . but no religious test From June 20 to 29, 1999, the world will ing their friends and neighbors regardless of shall ever be required as a Qualification to any watch as up to 40 teams participate in the circumstances. Office or public Trust under the United Sunrayce 99 and demonstrate good-spirited Parade Founder and Chairman James States.'' Additionally, the First Amendment competition and innovation at its best. The Conway Sullivan and Vice Chairman Michael prohibits the federal government from the ``es- teams will race through five states, from the A. Benn have consistently been recognized for tablishment of religion, or prohibiting the free start in Washington, DC, to the finish at Epcot their efforts at bringing together New York's exercise thereof.'' at Walt Disney World Resort near Orlando, FL Irish-American community. Through their dedi- Ron Rankin, a Kootenai County Commis- in the nation's premier solar powered vehicle cated efforts, they have helped to improve my sioner from Ceour d' Alene, Idaho delivered a event. constituents quality of life. powerful speech embodying these principles Sunrayce 99 showcases the imagination, in- Each of today's honorees have long been on November 28, 1998. I urge all my col- genuity and teamwork of graduate and under- known as innovators and beacons of good will leagues to read Mr. Rankin's words to see graduate teams from North America in the de- to all those they come into contact with. In how much we need God's guidance in today's velopment of highly efficient vehicles powered recognition of their many accomplishments on world: solely by a viable, renewable and sustainable behalf of my constituents, I offer my congratu- Our prisons are full. Our jails are full. energy sourceÐthe sun. I am proud to note lations on their being honored by Queens Crime is rampant in our streets. Our chil- that the University of Arizona has registered a County St. Patrick's Day Parade & Cultural dren’s minds are corrupted by the media and team. General Motors, Electronic Data Sys- Committee. their bodies by drugs. The cost of criminal tems along with the U.S. Department of En- f justice is sapping our tax dollars to the ex- ergy are the sponsors of this biennial inter- tent that we are using funds better spent on WTOP RADIO’S 30 YEARS OF NEWS education just to maintain our detention and collegiate competition. correction facilities to protect our families The top three finishing teams will receive from criminals. trophies and cash awards. Scholarship HON. JAMES P. MORAN In spite of these indisputable facts, 26 achievement awards will also be granted for OF VIRGINIA states and numerous counties and cities that technical innovation, engineering excellence, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have passed resolutions supporting ‘‘Read Your Bible Week’’ in an effort to encourage artistic talents, teamwork and good sportsman- Tuesday, March 9, 1999 ship. people to return to the moral absolutes con- Sunrayce 99 not only demonstrates the pos- Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, today tained therein, are now being challenged in marks the 30th anniversary for WTOP Radio court. sibilities of sustainable energy development, The American Civil Liberties Union and but also the importance of public/private part- as an all-news station in Washington. their liberal supporters are determined to nerships. This approach will allow companies Since 1969, WTOP has been a prime protect us—not from criminals but from to work hand in hand with government in suc- source of information on major news events. ‘‘God’’, claiming a separation of church and cessfully tackling the environmental challenges From Watergate to the House impeachment state clause that does not exist in the Con- ahead. I applaud the participants of Sunrayce and Senate trial of President Clinton, WTOP stitution—that glorious standard written by 99Ðsponsors, applicants, universities, and ad- has led the way in providing up-to-the-minute men raised up by God unto that very pur- pose. ministratorsÐfor making innovation a reality. news to area residents. From the turmoil of the late Vietnam era On July 4th, 1776, there was, signed in the f city of Philadelphia, one of America’s his- through the continuing disruption in the Middle toric documents which preceded the divinely THE ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE East, WTOP has presented comprehensive, inspired Constitution—The Declaration of accurate, and timely news coverage. Independence. It marked the birth of this na- HON. ANTHONY D. WEINER Traffic, weather, and sports are part of the tion, which, under God, was destined to be OF NEW YORK news cycle as well, and all are featured in the cradle of freedom. We often forget that in declaring independ- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES WTOP's extensive reporting. Congressional activity is a major source of ence from an earthly power, our forefathers Tuesday, March 9, 1999 made a forthright Declaration of Dependence news on WTOP, and Congressional Cor- upon Almighty God. The closing words of Mr. WEINER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to respondent Dave McConnell is a well-known this great document solemnly declare ‘‘With invite my colleagues to pay tribute to the and well-respected presence who reports daily a firm reliance on the protection of provi- Queens County St. Patrick's Day Parade & on his Today on the Hill broadcasts, often talk- dence, we mutually pledge to each other our Cultural Committee's 24th Annual St. Patrick's ing directly to members about issues and de- lives—our fortunes—and our sacred honor’’. E374 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 9, 1999 The fifty-six courageous men who signed Numerous quotations from the scriptures that have been fought and died for by patri- that document knew this was not just high- can be found within the walls of the Library ots throughout our American history. sounding rhetoric—and that if they suc- of Congress. One reminds each American of In two hundred and twenty-two years, ceeded, the best they could expect would be this responsibility to his Maker. ‘‘What doth Americans have fought many wars from Val- years of struggle in a new nation. If they the Lord require of thee, but to do justly and ley Forge to the far-flung corners of the lost, they would face the hangman’s noose as love mercy, and walk humbly with thy God.’’ earth. From the bloody beaches of Normandy traitors. (Micah 6:8) Another preserves the psalmists to the island by island war in the Pacific, to Of the fifty-six, few were long to survive. acknowledgement that all nature reflects the frozen mountains of the Chosin Res- Five were captured by the British and tor- the order and beauty of the Creator: ‘‘The ervoir, millions of young Americans have tured before they died. Twelve had their Heavens declare the Glory of God, and the given their lives for the freedoms vouchsafed homes sacked, looted, occupied by the enemy firmament showeth His handwork.’’ (psalm by our divinely-inspired Constitution . . . for or burned. 19:1) And still another reference: ‘‘The Light this nation under God. Two lost their sons in the army. One had shineth in darkness, and the darkness In all of these wars fought on the field of sons captured. Fifty-six died in war from its comprehendeth it not.’’ (John 1:5) battle, our enemies were definable. They hardships—or its bullets. I, like millions of others, have stood in the wore uniforms. They fought with bayonets, John Quincy Adams penned these words: Lincoln Memorial and gazed up at the stat- grenades, rifles, cannons, mortars. A far ‘‘Posterity—you will never know how much ute of the great Abraham Lincoln. The sculp- more insidious enemy faces us today and we it has cost my generation to preserve your tor who chiseled the features of Lincoln in must prepare our youth for a more hard- freedom. I hope you will make good use of granite seems to make Lincoln speak his fought battle for survival than we have ever it.’’ own words inscribed into the walls: known! For years we flourished as a Christian na- ‘‘* * * that this nation, under God, shall Girded up in the Armor of Truth and tion. The Supreme Court, in an 1892 decision, Knowledge and in the strength of our fami- declared: ‘‘Our laws and our institutions have a new birth of freedom, and that gov- lies, our youth will not be fighting in trench- must be based upon and embody the teach- ernment of the people, by the people, for the es, foxholes or storming beaches. The enemy ings of the Redeemer of Mankind. It is im- people shall not perish from the earth.’’ At is amongst us and not in uniform. His weap- possible that it should be otherwise; and to the opposite end, on the north wall, his sec- ons are the media, new age philosophies de- this extent, civilization and our institutions are ond inaugural address alludes to ‘‘God’’, ‘‘the signed to deceive and destroy the moral emphatically Christian! ‘‘This in a religious Bible’’, ‘‘Providence’’, ‘‘The Almighty’’ and character of our youth. Perversion, disguised people!’’ ‘‘divine attributes.’’ And then continues: ‘‘As ‘‘This is historically true. From the discov- was said three thousand years ago, and so it as tolerance. ery of this continent to the present hour, still must be said, ‘The judgements of the Their battlefield will be the city halls, the there is a single voice making this affirma- Lord are true and righteous altogether.’ ’’ county courthouses, state legislatures and tion—we find everywhere a clear recognition At the Jefferson Memorial on the south the Congress. They must be prepared and we of the same truth—that this is a Christian na- banks of Washington’s tidal basin, Jefferson must prepare them that they may hold high, tion.’’ This from the Supreme Court: 1892. still speaks: ‘‘God who gave us life, gave us with new resolve, the Title of Liberty in mem- In this century, our great nation began to liberty. Can the liberties of a nation be se- ory of our God, our religion and freedom and crumble morally. cure when we have removed a conviction our peace and our wives and children. In June of 1962 the Supreme Court, which that these liberties are the gift of God? In- In Patrick Henry’s words: ‘‘The enemy is once ruled that America was a Christian Na- deed I tremble for my country when I reflect in the field. Why stand we here idle?’’ tion, declared prayer in public schools to be that God is just, that his justice cannot sleep May God bless us all with continued free- unconstitutional. The Bible and God Him- forever.’’ This is indeed an explicit warning dom. May God bless our youth with the self, were expelled. This in spite of the fact to us. Especially to us in this day that, to strength and resolve to bear the burden our that America’s greatest leaders have shown allow God to be removed from this country, complacency has placed upon them. no doubt about God’s proper place in the will surely destroy it. And may God continue to bless America. American government! A result of our lack of resolve—the once f Every session of the House and Senate be- Great American Dream is turning into a gins with prayer—each house has its own spiritual nightmare. America has rejected God TRIBUTE TO WTOP’S 30TH Chaplain. in dealing with the issues of life. When God ANNIVERSARY The Eighty-third Congress set aside a fades from a nation’s conscience, one can small room in the capital, just off the ro- justify almost anything. For example: tunda, for the private prayer and meditation God says: ‘‘Thou shalt not kill.’’ HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON of members of Congress. The room’s focal Americans have given murder a new name OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA point is a stained glass window showing and now abort one and one half million ba- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES George Washington knelling in prayer. Be- bies a year. Many try to camouflage sin with Tuesday, March 9, 1999 hind him is etched these words from Psalms new age terminology. 16:1 ‘‘Preserve me, O God for in thee do I put God calls it ‘‘Drunkenness.’’ Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I ask the my trust.’’ We call it alcoholism—a social disease. House to join me in recognizing WTOP Radio, Inside the rotunda is a picture of the Pil- God calls it ‘‘Sodomy.’’ our local and regional news station. WTOP is We call it homosexuality—gay rights—an grims about to embark on the sister ship of celebrating its 30th anniversary today, Tues- the Mayflower—the Speedwell. The ship’s re- ‘‘Alternative Lifestyle.’’ vered chaplain, Brewster, who later join the God calls it ‘‘Perversion.’’ day March 9, 1999. I am sure the Members of Mayflower, has open on his lap, the Bible. We call it pornography—‘‘Adult’’ enter- the House and Senate listen to and are in- Very clear are the words, ‘‘The New Testa- tainment. formed by WTOP. The station has been a ment, according to our Lord and Savior, God calls it ‘‘Immorality.’’ prime source of information of news events Jesus Christ.’’ On the sail is the motto of the We call it the ‘‘New’’ morality. and a pioneer in all-news radio. Pilgrims—IN GOD WE TRUST, GOD BE God calls it ‘‘Cheating.’’ Without fail, WTOP usually gets there be- We call it abnormal social development. WITH US.’’ fore we do and before anyone else does. The phrase, ‘‘In God We Trust’’ appears op- With the erosion of moral absolutes Jeffer- posite the President of the Senate, who is son’s warning should make us all shudder as From the mundane news of traffic and weath- the Vice President of the United States. The each succeeding generation drifts further er, to breaking news in the nation and around same phrase, in large words inscribed in mar- from the moral absolutes of the Lord. the world, WTOP is there for Washington, the ble, backdrops the Speaker of the House of As revealed in the scriptures and banned region, and Members of the House and Sen- Representatives. by the courts from our schools, the words of ate. Above the head of the Chief Justice of the a great Christian reformer, Martin Luther, Mr. Speaker, I also must say a special word Supreme Court are the Ten Commandments, become prophetic. ‘‘I am much afraid that of tribute to Dave McConnell, who has been with the Great American eagle protecting schools will prove to be great gates of Hell them. Moses is included among the great unless they diligently labor in explaining the with WTOP for 34 years, even before it was lawgivers in a marble sculpture on the east Holy Scriptures, engraving them in the an all-news station. Dave is one of the best front. The crier who opens each session, hearts of youth. I advise no one to place his reporters in any of the media in Washington. closes with these words; ‘‘God save the child where the scriptures do not reign para- His amazing dexterity and extraordinary range United States and the Honorable Court.’’ mount. Every institution in which men are have made him a one-man class reporter and Engraved on the metal cap on top of the not increasingly occupied with the work of commentator capable of speaking to any and Washington Monument are the words: God must become corrupt.’’ every subject. Members listen to Dave's ‘‘Praise Be To God.’’ Lining the walls of the And on occasions when we pay tribute to stairwell are such biblical phrases as, and acknowledge the sacrifices of those men Today On the Hill broadcasts to find out what ‘‘Search the Scriptures’’, ‘‘Holiness to the raised up by the Lord to establish and sustain is really happening in Congress! Dave McCon- Lord’’, ‘‘Train up a child in the way he our independence, we must re-dedicate our- nell is only one of the best of an extraordinary should go and when he is old he will not de- selves to protecting and preserving those lib- group of first rate radio journalists at WTOP part from it.’’ erties and the righteous, God-fearing ideals who keep the nation's capital truly informed. I CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E375 ask the House to join me in expressing our con for St. Paul Armenian Apostolic Church. years. To achieve this modest number, H.R. gratitude to WTOP for the indispensable serv- The rank of deacon requires much effort and 669 authorizes $270 million for fiscal year ice the station performs as well as our con- discipline; the responsibility is heavy, and the 2000. gratulations for 30 years of a job very well standards are high. Both men have risen to I do not simply support this bill because I done. those standards. myself was a Peace Corps volunteer. I sup- f Deacon Matthew and Deacon Armen were port this bill because the demand, both inter- previously ordained together as sub-deacons nationally and domestically, is real. WALNUT GROVE RETIREMENT in 1991, and have been serving at the Holy In the Caucasus, Central Asia and Africa, COMMUNITY CELEBRATES ITS Altar for the past 15 years. They served on burgeoning new democracies are crying out 10TH ANNIVERSARY the executive committee of the St. Paul Arme- for Peace Corps volunteers. In Central Asia, nian Christian Youth Organization (ACYO) particularly Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan, health HON. JERRY WELLER Chapter, were co-editors of the ACYO Califor- volunteers are especially in need to teach san- OF ILLINOIS nia in 1987, and currently teach the high itary living skills and show mothers how to bet- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES school Sunday school class. ter nourish their children with available re- Deacon Matthew is married to Pamela sources. Programs in Africa chronically need Tuesday, March 9, 1999 Manoogian. He teaches at California State more volunteers, especially in HIV/AIDS pre- Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to University, Fresno in the sociology depart- vention and girls' education. honor the Walnut Grove Retirement Commu- ment, and is campus director of the American The recently created programs in South Afri- nity which is celebrating its 10th anniversary of Numanics Program. He is currently gathering ca and Jordan, having proved themselves suc- outstanding service to the elderly community data on Armenian-Americans in Central Cali- cessful, need more volunteers to expand cur- of Grundy County. fornia for his Ph.D. dissertation through the rent programs to meet country needs. Re- On March 7, 1989, the Walnut Grove University of Southern California. Deacon Mat- cently agreements have been reached with Healthcare Center opened with 97 beds avail- thew enrolled in his father's altar servers class China, Bangladesh and Mozambique to begin able to seniors. Four years later, in 1993, at age nine, later graduated from the St. Peace Corps programs. New volunteers ready Grundy County experienced a need for more Nersess Deacons' Training Program, and has to take on not only the usual Peace Corps ex- beds for the elderly. Walnut Grove applied for been serving at the Holy Altar for 20 years. periences in a country and culture they are and completed the Certificate of Need process Deacon Armen is married to Paula Der unfamiliar with, but also willing to meet the in order to add more beds and better serve Matoian. He is vice president of a construction challenges of being the first Peace Corps vol- Grundy County senior citizens. This process and development company in Fresno, and is unteers in a country are needed. resulted in the increase of licensed beds from project manager of the New Fresno Conven- As we have learned around the world, the 97 to 123. tion Center Exhibit Hall which is currently best way to support a democracy is to help On January 10, 1994, a ground-breaking under construction. In 1996, at the age of 26, development at the local level. The Peace ceremony was held for these 24 private suite he became California's youngest licensed ar- Corps is one of the most effective mecha- sheltered care units. This addition is known as chitect. During his tenure as ACYO Central nisms for doing just that. the Walnut Grove Villa. As these Villas have Council chairman, from 1994±1996, he helped Unfortunately, natural disasters and humani- established a fine reputation, a waiting list of establish the ACYO Mission Fund, the ACYO tarian crises continue at an alarming rate, dev- applicants wanting to reside in them usually Camp Fund, and the Summer Camp ACYO astating countries just beginning to prosper. In exists. Scholarship Program. Deacon Armen has these instances, the international community is In addition to the Healthcare Center and the been serving at the Holy Altar since 1983. quick to provide assistance to save lives, re- Villa, there are duplexes included in the retire- Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate store hope, and, in the long run, buttress de- ment community. These 24 cottages house 30 Deacon Matthew and Deacon Armen on their mocracy. The Peace Corps has developed the elderly residents for independent living. fine accomplishment of spiritual leadership. I Crisis Corps to use language and cultural Walnut Grove's provision of care is sensa- urge my colleagues to join me in wishing knowledge that Peace Corps volunteers pos- tional. The rehabilitation program of Walnut these men and their families a bright future sess to assist in these times of need. Grove is Medicare certified. Furthermore, and continued growth. An increase in Peace Corps volunteers will there are always special events on the holi- f allow Crisis Corps volunteers to be sent for days, along with various outing and rec- hurricane relief missions in Central America reational events. PEACE CORPS ACT and keep open the possibility of sending vol- Mr. Speaker, I find it appropriate that the AUTHORIZATION unteers elsewhere should they be needed. Walnut Grove Retirement Community be given Domestic demand for more Peace Corps praise for its 10 years of existence. May the SPEECH OF volunteers is just as impressive. Last year, service Walnut Grove has provided to the peo- HON. SAM FARR 150,000 Americans requested information ple of the 11th District and the elderly commu- OF CALIFORNIA about joining Peace Corps. This is an increase nity of Grundy County continue as we move of approximately 40% over the last four years. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES into the 21st Century. In the same time frame, Peace Corps has f Wednesday, March 3, 1999 been able to support only a 2% increase in The House in Committee of the Whole the number of volunteers (this with a 13% de- CONGRATULATING MATTHEW House on the State of the Union had under crease in headquarters staffing since 1993, JENDIAN AND ARMEN DEVEJIAN consideration the bill (H.R. 669) to amend the and a 14% drop in support costs per volunteer Peace Corps Act to authorize appropriations from FY93 to FY98). HON. GEORGE RADANOVICH for fiscal years 2000 through 2003 to carry out Americans, young and old, single and mar- that Act, and for other purposes: OF CALIFORNIA ried, would like to serve their country, human- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. FARR of California. Mr. Chairman, as ity and democracy. This is an asset we should an original cosponsor of H.R. 669, the Peace not let go to waste. It is my sincere hope that Tuesday, March 9, 1999 Corps reauthorization bill, I was pleased to H.R. 669 is signed into law, allowing more Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise to vote yes on this legislation that will increase Americans the opportunity to participate in the congratulate Matthew Jendian and Armen the number of Peace Corps volunteers from Peace Corps, the hardest job they will ever Devejian upon their ordination to rank of dea- today's 6,700 to 10,000 over the next four love