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TRIBUTE TO BARB JORGENSEN Czestochowa in Doylestown, Pennsylvania. constituents who has demonstrated for nearly On Sunday, April 17, 2016 prayers will be of- a half-century what it means to serve their HON. DAVID YOUNG fered for the souls of the 96 crash victims and neighbor. Earl Grigsby will be retiring on April OF IOWA honor those who served their country. 1st as Superintendent of Public Works for Loudoun County after 44 years of dedication IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f to the community. COMMEMORATING WORLD HEALTH Monday, April 11, 2016 Mr. Grigsby began his public service 44 DAY Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise years ago as a laborer at the county’s landfill. today to recognize and congratulate Barb Over the years, his hard work and positive Jorgensen of Harlan, Iowa, as one of Iowa’s HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE outlook led him on a path to retiring as Super- 2016 Heroes of the Heartland, sponsored by OF TEXAS intendent of public works. His time with the the American Red Cross of Greater Iowa. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES county has been marked by efficiently leading Each year, the American Red Cross serving Monday, April 11, 2016 his workforce, as well as guiding the county greater Iowa honors individuals for their acts operations in emergency situations. Mr. Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise of great bravery, dedication and service to the Grigsby leaves office not only receiving honors today to recognize and commemorate World community. The winners are nominated by from the Board of Supervisors, but also a Health Day. their peers, highlighting Iowa’s most compas- standing ovation from colleagues and kin World Health Day is celebrated every year sionate and caring individuals. These extraor- alike. on the founding day of the World Health Orga- dinary people commit actions which dem- nization (‘‘WHO’’), which was established in Mr. Speaker, having already been honored onstrate the potential heroism and kindness 1950. by family and coworkers, I ask that my col- which is in all of us. Heroes of the Heartland WHO puts together regional, local, and leagues join me in recognizing Mr. Grigsby’s reflect the values and vision of the American international events to shed light on a specific public work, and implore each of us to imitate Red Cross, leaving a positive impact on cen- world health issue. his dedication to duty. I wish Mr. Grigsby the tral Iowa. Under the leadership of United Nations Sec- best in his future endeavors. On December 28, 2015, Barb went outside retary-General Ban Ki-moon, this year the to shovel snow when she noticed thick black WHO is focusing efforts and attention to com- f smoke pouring from her neighbor’s front win- bat the rise in diabetes and improve the lives dow. She ran to the side of the house with the HONORING THE WEST POINT of those living with this preventable and treat- bedrooms and alerted her neighbor and occu- JEWISH CHAPEL CADET CHOIR able disease. pants to leave the burning home. Because of Diabetes is a chronic disease that occurs Barb’s actions and persistence, the neighbor when the pancreas does not produce enough HON. THEODORE E. DEUTCH and his son were able to escape the home insulin or when the body is unable to utilize OF FLORIDA safely. the insulin produced. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, Barb is an Iowan who has We need to focus on increasing preventa- made central Iowa citizens very proud. She tive healthcare policies in America by pro- Monday, April 11, 2016 has dedicated her life to doing what is right viding the public and healthcare providers with Mr. DEUTCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in and not seeking much attention. But it is with innovative prevention strategies. honor of the West Point Jewish Chapel Cadet great honor that I recognize her today. I ask Diabetes can be controlled by increasing ac- Choir, who will soon perform at the B’nai that my colleagues in the U.S. House of Rep- cess to the following: diagnosis, self-manage- Torah Congregation in Boca Raton, Florida. resentatives join me in honoring Barb for her ment education, and affordable treatment. courage. I thank her for her service and wish From the over half a million Jewish Ameri- In 2008, approximately 347 million people in cans have served in the armed services since her continued success in all her future en- the world had diabetes. deavors. World War II to Simon Levy who was one of The number of cases have grown exponen- the two original West Point Class of 1802, f tially over the years. Jewish Americans have a rich history of serv- 6TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE Eighty percent of approximately 1.5 million ice in our Armed Forces. The West Point Jew- SMOLENSK DISASTER deaths, attributed to this disease, occurred in ish Chapel Cadet Choir honors that history low- and middle-income countries. and ensures that the contributions of Jewish By 2030, the World Health Organization Americans are not overlooked. HON. MICHAEL G. FITZPATRICK projects that diabetes will be the 7th leading OF PENNSYLVANIA The choir consists of members from all four cause of death. classes at the academy and has both men IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES We need to acknowledge this as an epi- and women participants. The choir is an ex- demic and increase awareness towards the Monday, April 11, 2016 tension of the active Jewish body at the Acad- staggering burdens/consequences associated emy; there are between 70 and 80 Jewish ca- Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, it is with with diabetes. dets at West Point. Next year, West Point is sadness that I join in acknowledging the sixth I support this World Health Day’s 2016 goal set to graduate its 1,000th Jewish cadet. anniversary of the Smolensk Disaster, a trag- to scale up prevention, strengthen care, and edy that claimed the lives of Polish President enhance surveillance through the launch of For more than 65 years, the choir has per- Lech Kaczynski, his wife, Maria, and 94 others the first Global report on diabetes. formed at West Point community services and, aboard a government aircraft on April 10, by invitation, to congregations throughout the f 2010. Among the victims were high-ranking United States. Since its inception in 1947, ca- generals and government officials, clergy, anti- HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF dets have had the opportunity to experience communist leaders and the family members of EARL GRIGSBY other facets of Judaism through participation victims enroute to a ceremony for the 1940 in other congregations and events around the Katyn Forest Massacre. Also on the plane was HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK country. Every year they perform at the White one American citizen on an official mission for OF VIRGINIA House during the Holiday festivities, and most recently, performed at the United Nations the City of Chicago. The crash at Smolensk IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES North Military Airfield in western Russia is cen- ceremony commemorating the Holocaust. tral to the event sponsored by the Commemo- Monday, April 11, 2016 I join the B’nai Torah Congregation in wel- ration Committee for the Smolensk Disaster Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I would like coming these twenty five extraordinary men and held at the National Shrine of Our Lady of to use this time to acknowledge one of my and women to the synagogue on April 8th.

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 08:56 Apr 12, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11AP8.001 E11APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E386 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 11, 2016 TRIBUTE TO JOE HOGAN staff as a field representative, overseeing latory and oversight program activities. From issues affecting Los Angeles’ Black commu- 1990 through 1992, Tim managed the Office HON. DAVID YOUNG nity. He faithfully served the community until of Insurance Services responsible for admin- OF IOWA his retirement in 2014. istering the delivery of crop insurance pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Pinkney founded the Black American grams to America’s producers through the Political Association of California (BAPAC) in Standard Reinsurance Agreement. In 1992, he Monday, April 11, 2016 1979. The organization has since become one returned to Kansas City and serves as the Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise of the largest political grassroots organizations Deputy Administrator for Product Management today to recognize and congratulate Joe in the state, with 60 chapters and more than responsible for the administration and man- Hogan of Altoona, Iowa, as one of Iowa’s 40,000 active members. Since its founding, agement of corporate policies, underwriting 2016 Heroes of the Heartland, sponsored by BAPAC has continued its mission of devel- standards and actuarial structures related to the American Red Cross of Greater Iowa. oping, documenting, and identifying the re- the various risk management programs rein- Each year, the American Red Cross serving sources necessary to achieve cultural, eco- sured by FCIC. greater Iowa honors individuals for their acts nomic, and educational goals of underserved Tim has had a long and distinguished ca- of great bravery, dedication and service to the citizens in California. The organization has reer, and his contributions to the Department community. The winners are nominated by also played an effective role in increasing Afri- of Agriculture for four decades cannot be over- their peers, highlighting Iowa’s most compas- can Americans participation in the civic and stated. I want to thank him for his service, and sionate and caring individuals. These extraor- political process. wish him nothing but the best in retirement. dinary people commit actions which dem- Overall, Mr. Pinkney’s commitment to com- onstrate the potential heroism and kindness munity building and advancement is unrivaled f which is in all of us. Heroes of the Heartland and BAPAC’s leadership has helped countless PERSONAL EXPLANATION reflect the values and vision of the American constituents develop their educational and Red Cross, leaving a positive impact on cen- economic goals. His love for his community tral Iowa. and his neighbors will be remembered for HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO Joe Hogan founded the non-profit organiza- years to come, and his achievements in public OF CONNECTICUT tion, Train to Inspire, to improve the quality of service have given many Americans the hope IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES life for individuals with mental and physical and prosperity they deserve. Monday, April 11, 2016 disabilities. He encourages participants to soar Mr. Percy Pinkney is survived by his dutiful Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, I was unavoid- higher than their perceived limits while cre- daughter, Delane Sims, his son in law, Jerry ably detained and so I missed Roll Call vote ating opportunities for them. Train to Inspire Sims, his brother, Salahudin Tulah, and many number 130 regarding ‘‘Counterterrorism hosts free events that feature new experi- grandchildren, and great-grandchildren. He will Screening and Assistance Act of 2016’’ (H.R. ences for participants including a Super Hero forever be remembered as a beloved father, 4314). Had I been present, I would have voted Obstacle Course. Participants are drawn to grandfather, and great-grandfather. ‘‘Yea’’. Joe and his huge heart. While overcoming ad- On a personal note, we remember the sup- diction, Joe has developed a passion for help- port, strategic advice, and friendship Percy f gave and owe him a debt of gratitude for his ing others see what they can accomplish, not LIVENGRIN FOUNDATION 50TH selfless contributions to our success as elect- what they cannot accomplish. ANNIVERSARY Mr. Speaker, Joe is an Iowan who has ed officials. made central Iowa citizens very proud. He has Today, California’s 13th Congressional Dis- dedicated his life to quietly living with honor, trict salutes the life of an exemplary individual HON. MICHAEL G. FITZPATRICK doing what is right and not seeking much at- and devoted community member, Mr. Percy OF PENNSYLVANIA tention. But it is with great honor that I recog- Pinkney. I join all of Mr. Pinkney’s loved ones IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nize him today. I ask that my colleagues in the in celebrating his inspirational life and achieve- Monday, April 11, 2016 U.S. House of Representatives join me in hon- ments, and offer my sincerest condolences. I oring Joe for his courage. I thank him for his am joined in these sentiments today by my Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, congratula- service and wish him continued success in all colleagues, MAXINE WATERS, of California’s tions to the Livengrin Foundation on 50 years his future endeavors. 43rd Congressional District, and KAREN BASS, of providing hope and healing to those struggling with drug and alcohol addictions and for f of California’s 37th Congressional District, who also knew Mr. Pinkney personally and valued addressing the recent wave of opiate and her- HONORING MR. PERCY PINKNEY his service. oin overdoses in the region. The mission- based, non-profit was one of the first Pennsyl- f HON. BARBARA LEE vania centers established for the treatment of OF CALIFORNIA HONORING TIM B. WITT alcoholism and drug addiction and has grown IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to include the original inpatient facility in Bensalem, Bucks County, and now eight out- Monday, April 11, 2016 HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL OF NEW YORK patient locations throughout the Philadelphia Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with my IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES region and Lehigh Valley. Livengrin has pro- colleagues, Congresswoman MAXINE WATERS, vided drug and alcohol addiction services to and Congresswoman KAREN BASS, to honor Monday, April 11, 2016 more than 4,000 patients and their families the extraordinary life of an outstanding public Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and disbursed more than $1.6 million for sub- servant and advocate, Mr. Percy Pinkney. honor a true civil servant, Mr. Tim B. Witt, who sidized and unreimbursed services. Livengrin’s With his passing on Saturday, March 18th, we after forty years with the United States Depart- impact on the community goes beyond its honor his long, extraordinary life of service ment of Agriculture’s Risk Management Agen- treatment services to include innovative solu- and the experiences he shared. cy is retiring this year. tions that served as models for other pro- A native of McComb, Mississippi, Mr. Initially hailing from Nebraska, Tim started grams throughout the country. Additionally, the Pinkney began his adult life as a member of with the Federal Crop Insurance Corporation Livengrin Foundation also offers specialty the United States Army. He later received his (FCIC) in 1976, adjusting losses, conducting treatment tracks for young adults, nurses, Bachelor’s degree at San Francisco State Uni- training and performing quality control work. other health care workers, first responders and versity, and went on to receive a Master’s in From 1980 to 1985, he worked in the Kansas veterans and numbers of support groups and Social Work from Lone Mountain College in City Office with the United States Department seminars. Recently, Livengrin hosted San Francisco. of Agriculture, holding various insurance ad- Naloxone training and distributions to combat Mr. Pinkney was an active part of California ministrative positions including several assign- the wave of opiate and heroin overdoses in politics for over 30 years, serving in pres- ments pertinent to the design, development southeastern Pennsylvania. For a half-century, tigious positions with many influential leaders. and implementation of the Federal crop rein- Livengrin has been a beacon of hope for thou- During Governor Jerry Brown’s first adminis- surance delivery system. In 1985, Tim trans- sands. We sincerely wish the Livengrin Foun- tration, Percy led his community relations deferred to FCIC headquarters in Washington, dation and all those who contribute to the mis- partment for seven years, beginning in 1975. D.C., where he assumed the responsibility for sion continued success with utmost gratitude In 1992, he joined Senator DIANNE FEINSTEIN’s the design and implementation of FCIC regu- for the good work.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 08:56 Apr 12, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11AP8.006 E11APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS April 11, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E387 RECOGNIZING ART PING LEE FOR of great bravery, dedication and service to the healthfulness in minority and other health dis- HIS CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE DIS- community. The winners are nominated by parity communities.’’ TRICT OF COLUMBIA CHINESE their peers, highlighting Iowa’s most compas- Mr. Speaker, the differences in places AMERICAN COMMUNITY sionate and caring individuals. These extraor- where we live, work, and play frequently result dinary people commit actions which dem- in inequalities in opportunities like quality HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON onstrate the potential heroism and kindness childcare and education, access to healthy OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA which is in all of us. Heroes of the Heartland foods, and safe places to be physically active. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES reflect the values and vision of the American ‘‘National Minority Cancer Awareness Week’’ is observed during the third full week Monday, April 11, 2016 Red Cross, leaving a positive impact on central Iowa. in April and directs attention to the fact that Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to On Sunday July 12, 2015, Trey was floating cancer has a disproportionately severe impact ask the House of Representatives to join me down the Raccoon River with his cousin and on minorities and the economically disadvan- in recognizing Art Ping Lee, who has spent his friends. While resting on a sandbar, they taged. career advocating on behalf of the overseas heard a young boy yelling, scared and tangled The rate of premature death (death before Chinese community. in branches and floating debris. The victim age 75 years) from stroke and coronary heart Born in Taishan County, Guangdong Prov- seemed to be struggling to keep his head disease are higher among non-Hispanic ince, Mr. Lee immigrated to the United States above the water and he was not wearing a life blacks than among whites. In 2009, homicide rates were 263 percent in 1936. After the Second Sino-Japanese War jacket. Without hesitation, Trey and his cousin higher among males than females and 665 broke out, only a year after Mr. Lee’s arrival jumped into the river, but the current pulled percent higher among non-Hispanic blacks in his new home in the District of Columbia, them rapidly downstream. After fighting their compared with non-Hispanic whites. Mr. Lee began national fundraising efforts to way back to shore, Trey again found a familiar support the Chinese army to resist the inva- The motor vehicle-related death rate for place along the river where he knew he could men is approximately 2.5 times that for sion of Japan. After World War II, Mr. Lee reach the young boy. After jumping into the worked tirelessly to assist Chinese families af- women. river for a second time, Trey was able to In addition, the motor vehicle-related death fected by the war. Many Chinese families reach the young boy and pull him to safety. were kept from being reunited with their loved rate for American Indians and Alaska Natives I, too, grew up along this stretch of the Rac- is more than twice as high as for other racial ones due to U.S. immigration laws and immi- coon River and know that while still waters run gration quotas. Mr. Lee was one of the found- and ethnic groups. deep, Iowa’s rambling river can turn vicious in Tuberculosis rates declined among all racial ing members of the National Chinese Welfare a moment’s notice. Trey is a hero for all of us and ethnic minority groups and among both Council, in 1957, which campaigned aggres- who swam the river. U.S. and foreign-born persons from 2006 to sively for lifting of immigration quotas. As a re- Mr. Speaker, Trey is an Iowan who has 2010. sult, 40,000 Chinese immigrants were allowed made central Iowa citizens very proud. He has Rates of tuberculosis cases, however, re- to enter the U.S. every year. dedicated his young life to doing what is right mained persistently higher among racial and Mr. Lee has also advocated to enhance and and not seeking such attention. But it is with ethnic minority groups than among whites in strengthen the relationship between the United great honor that I recognize him today. I ask 2010. States and Taiwan. Mr. Lee is a founder of that my colleagues in the U.S. House of Rep- Obesity rates remain higher among racial several organizations, including the Chinese resentatives join me in honoring Trey for his minorities than whites. Youth Club of Washington, D.C., the Wash- courage. I thank him for his service and wish Non-Asian racial/ethnic minorities continue ington, D.C. Lodge of the Chinese American him continued success in all his future en- to experience higher rates of human immuno- Citizens Alliance, and the Lee Federal Credit deavors. deficiency virus (HIV) diagnoses than whites. Union. f Diabetes prevalence is highest among Mr. Lee, who turns 102 this year, continues males, persons aged 65 years and older, non- to contribute to his community, where he COMMEMORATING NATIONAL Hispanic blacks and those of mixed race, His- serves as an Honorary Elder of the Chinese MINORITY HEALTH MONTH panics, persons with less than high school Consolidated Benevolent Association of Wash- education, those who were poor, and those ington, D.C., a Senior Advisor to the Overseas HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE with a disability. Community Affairs Council of the Republic of OF TEXAS During 2010, approximately 40 percent His- China (Taiwan), and an Honorary Elder to The panic adults and 25 percent of non-Hispanic IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Lee Family Association in the United States. black adults were classified as uninsured. He has received the Hua Kuang Medal, Monday, April 11, 2016 In my district, two outstanding organizations, First Class, which is given by Taiwan to Chi- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to African-American Breast Cancer Outreach and nese people who have made special contribu- recognize the importance of April as National Gateway to Care, have dedicated themselves tions in overseas Chinese affairs. Minority Health Month. to advocacy efforts for minority health. Mr. Lee has an impressive record of service As a senior member of the Congressional The African-American Breast Cancer Out- and leadership to overseas Chinese commu- Black Caucus and co-chair of the Congres- reach program received ‘‘models of achieve- nities throughout the United States, particularly sional Caucus for Women’s Issues Task Force ment’’ awards from the Center for Research in the Washington metropolitan area. on Women of Color, I have always believed on Minority Health of the University of Texas Mr. Speaker, I ask the House of Represent- that access to quality health care should be a M.D. Anderson Cancer Center and Gateway atives to join me in recognizing Mr. Lee and universal right of all citizens. to Care was awarded special recognition for his lifetime of service to the Chinese American National Minority Health Month is a time to its work to help uninsured and underinsured community in the District of Columbia and for reflect and renew our shared dedication and residents acquire health care. his continued contributions and care for the responsibility to eradicating racial disparities in Mr. Speaker, National Minority Health Month people he serves. health. serves to remind each and every one of us of f Commemorated every year, National Minor- the importance of addressing the very real racial and ethnic health disparities that still TRIBUTE TO TREY RICE ity Health Month is to heighten public awareness of the importance of minimizing health plague our nation and to recognize and com- HON. DAVID YOUNG disparities and improve the health status of mend those community organizations that do minority populations. yeoman work in eradicating them. OF IOWA National Minority Health Month was estab- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lished 14 years ago when Congress passed PERSONAL EXPLANATION Monday, April 11, 2016 H. Con. Res. 388, a concurrent resolution des- Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise ignating April as the month to ‘‘promote edu- HON. SUZAN K. DelBENE today to recognize and congratulate Trey Rice cational efforts on the health problems cur- OF WASHINGTON of Grimes, Iowa, as one of Iowa’s 2016 He- rently facing minorities and other health dis- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES roes of the Heartland, sponsored by the Amer- parity populations.’’ ican Red Cross of Greater Iowa. H. Con. Res. 388 encouraged ‘‘all health or- Monday, April 11, 2016 Each year, the American Red Cross serving ganizations and Americans to conduct appro- Ms. DELBENE. Mr. Speaker, I was absent greater Iowa honors individuals for their acts priate programs and activities to promote on Monday, March 21, 2016, and Tuesday,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 08:56 Apr 12, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11AP8.011 E11APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E388 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 11, 2016 March 22, 2016. I was therefore unable to the nearly twenty-five years of service that he California, Los Angeles and an Administrative cast my vote on roll call vote numbers 130, has given to our region as well as to the fed- Credential from California State University, 131, 132, 133, 134, and 135. eral government in his work with the Depart- Los Angeles. Had I been present for these votes, I would ment of Housing and Urban Development. A consummate educator, Ms. Diaz-Carrey’s have voted NAY on roll call votes 131 and Mr. Woxland began his service with the De- long career in education began as a teacher 132. partment of Housing and Urban Development at the elementary and junior high school levels Had I been present for these votes, I would in 1991, where he assumed a position as Di- in Northern California, after which she moved have voted YEA on roll call votes 130, 133, rector of the Minneapolis Multifamily Asset to Mexico City to teach. In 1969, Dolores 134, and 135. Management Division and Satellite Office Co- joined the Los Angeles Unified School District f ordinator. In this role, Mr. Woxland was tasked (LAUSD) where she worked for 35 years. In with the ultimate responsibility for physical, LAUSD’s Division of Adult and Career Edu- HONORING LEARNINGSPRING managerial, and financial condition of every cation, she worked in many capacities, includ- SCHOOL HUD property within the region. ing as an ESL (English as a Second Lan- Mr. Woxland has also been instrumental in guage) instructor, teacher advisor, counselor, HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL the development and improvement of housing assistant principal, and principal. From 1973 to OF NEW YORK in Minnesota and in our neighboring state of 1975, Ms. Diaz-Carrey was Executive Pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wisconsin. In this capacity, he has overseen ducer of the first bilingual ESL television se- thousands of housing developments, working ries for adults, ‘‘POCHTLAN″, for which she Monday, April 11, 2016 diligently to provide all families with access to was awarded an Emmy from the Academy of Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, as a father and a one of our most basic yet most needed re- Television Arts and Sciences. From 1987 to former school teacher I can safely say there is sources, a safe space to call home. To that 1998, she was Principal of Garfield Commu- nothing more beautiful, or more fulfilling, than end, Mr. Woxland has had a direct hand in nity Adult School and while there, founded a watching a child learn and grow. Schools that over one thousand affordable housing projects family literacy program for adults and their cultivate that growth, and allow their students in Minnesota, and over eight hundred projects children. In 1998, Dolores became Director of to reach above and beyond their potential are in Wisconsin. This staggering number of de- the Adult Instructional Services Unit where she an incredible asset to any community, and for velopments has had an immeasurable impact was responsible for overseeing the develop- 15 years the LearningSpring School in New upon the health of the region, and in partner- ment and implementation of all the curricula York City has done exactly that. ship has provided permanent housing to over for adults, including ESL, high school diploma, The story of LearningSpring, or LSS as it is fifteen thousand households. basic education, parenting, and nursing pro- commonly known, is as special and unique as Mr. Woxland’s work with the Interagency grams—during this time, she was also Pro- the population it serves. In the fall of 2000, a Stabilization Group has shown the true level of gram Director of the Community Based group of parents were faced with finding ap- his commitment to providing housing for very English Tutoring program. propriate placements for their children with Au- low income residents. Mr. Woxland, through Dolores is a longtime member of the East tism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Disappointed this collaborative organization, has succeeded Los Angeles Rotary Club, where she serves with the options presented to them, these par- in not only preserving but stabilizing affordable as the Rotarian advisor for a youth club, and ents decided to create their own school, one housing in Minneapolis for thousands of low- is the incoming club president. In 2011, she that would address all of their children’s aca- income residents. Some notable developments received the Rotarian Foundation District demic, social, emotional, and therapeutic this partnership has preserved are Ebenezer Service Award. Dolores is a member and past needs. Their school would also be designed to Tower, Cecil Newman Plaza, and Riverside President of the San Rafael Library Associ- incorporate the families of the children as an Plaza, a local landmark that is honored in the ates, a support group for the San Rafael Li- important partner in the education of their National Register of Historic Places. brary in Pasadena, and is a generous sup- child. The parents determined they needed to To his colleagues and staff, he is regarded porter of the arts, including the Los Angeles start a foundation, not just a school, to as the leader of one of the most effective and Music and Art School, and the Youth Orches- achieve all they had set out to achieve, and in efficient HUD offices in the nation. Mr. tra Los Angeles. the fall of 2001, the LearningSpring Founda- Woxland leaves a legacy at HUD of tireless A forty-year resident of Pasadena, Dolores tion opened its first program, the commitment and of service to our most under- enjoys traveling, daily walks with her dog, LearningSpring Elementary School. privileged. For that he deserves our gratitude. Dodger, long-distance cycling, and attending Fifteen years later, LearningSpring has He also leaves a legacy of touching countless Los Angeles Philharmonic concerts and flourished into one of the top schools in the lives and fostering inclusive communities events at the Hollywood Bowl. I ask all Members to join me in honoring an city. The LSS model celebrates the fact that throughout the region. exceptional woman of California’s 28th Con- the children in the program are bright, but in f need of an educational environment that isn’t gressional District, Dolores Diaz-Carrey, for exclusively focused on academic performance. TRIBUTE TO DOLORES DIAZ– her extraordinary service to the community. This holistic approach to education is one of CARREY—28TH CONGRESSIONAL f DISTRICT WOMAN OF THE YEAR the reasons LSS has been a tremendous suc- TRIBUTE TO KELSEY DEVORE cess, helping hundreds of graduates with ASD prepare to live wonderful, happy, and inde- HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF HON. DAVID YOUNG pendent lives. OF CALIFORNIA OF IOWA I have personally seen all of the wonderful IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES work LSS does, and I have always been in- Monday, April 11, 2016 credibly impressed with their approach to edu- Monday, April 11, 2016 cation. This year, LSS is celebrating their 15th Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise Anniversary at their LearningSpring Blossoms honor of Women’s History Month. Each year, today to recognize and congratulate Kelsey celebration, honoring their 2002 Seedling we pay special tribute to the contributions and Devore of Chariton, Iowa, as one of Iowa’s Trustees. I want to congratulate those hon- sacrifices made by our nation’s women. It is 2016 Heroes of the Heartland, sponsored by orees and the entire LearningSpring commu- an honor to pay homage to outstanding the American Red Cross of Greater Iowa. nity on the occasion. women who are making a difference in my Each year, the American Red Cross serving f Congressional District. I would like to recog- greater Iowa honors individuals for their acts nize a remarkable woman, Dolores Diaz- of great bravery, dedication and service to the HONORING MR. PAUL F. WOXLAND Carrey, of Pasadena, California. community. The winners are nominated by Born in Los Angeles, Dolores attended Sa- their peers, highlighting Iowa’s most compas- HON. KEITH ELLISON cred Heart Elementary School and Sacred sionate and caring individuals. These extraor- OF MINNESOTA Heart High School. She received her Bachelor dinary people commit actions which dem- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Arts Degree in Spanish Literature from Holy onstrate the potential heroism and kindness Names University and her Master’s Degree in which is in all of us. Heroes of the Heartland Monday, April 11, 2016 Education from the University of Southern reflect the values and vision of the American Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to California. In addition, Dolores obtained a Red Cross, leaving a positive impact on cen- honor Mr. Paul F. Woxland, and to recognize Counseling Credential from the University of tral Iowa.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 08:56 Apr 12, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K11AP8.001 E11APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS April 11, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E389 On January 16, 2015, 12-year-old Kelsey CELEBRATING CESAR CHAVEZ After his birth in 1938 in Fort Benning, ran outside to find her mother lying with a DAY Georgia, Fred went on to live in London, Eng- gunshot wound. Without hesitation, Kelsey land, where he graduated from Central High called 9–1–1 and was able to give the dis- HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE School in 1955. He matriculated into the patcher accurate time-saving information while OF TEXAS United States Military Academy’s Class of remaining calm and comforting. Kelsey be- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1960 where he received a Bachelor of came the solid rock of her family while assist- Science degree. Fred later earned a Master’s Monday, April 11, 2016 ing through the long hospital stay, the recov- degree in civil engineering from Texas A&M, ery period and difficult days. She is a hero in Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise and graduated from the Armed Forces Staff everyone’s eyes. today to express my deepest appreciation for College. the life, legacy, and actions of the late Cesar Mr. Speaker, Kelsey is an Iowan who has Following his graduation from the United Estrada Chavez. made central Iowa citizens very proud. She States Military Academy, Fred was commis- The changes that Cesar Chavez fought for has dedicated her life to doing what is right sioned as 2nd Lieutenant in the Army and throughout his life have dramatically changed and not seeking much attention. But it is with served around the world in command and staff the way that farm workers are treated in our great honor that I recognize her today. I ask positions in both Artillery and Engineer units. country. that my colleagues in the U.S. House of Rep- Throughout his career, he served as Associate Cesar Chavez was one of the nation’s Executive Director of the Paralyzed Veterans resentatives join me in honoring Kelsey for her greatest civil rights activists and the tireless courage. I thank her for her service and wish of America in Washington, DC and Chief of champion of migrant farm workers fighting for Staff for the National Victory Celebration, her continued success in all her future en- humane working conditions. deavors. where his duties included welcoming home As a young man Cesar Chavez worked in troops from the Gulf War. He also served as the fields where he saw firsthand the dan- f Director on the Board of Governors of the gerous conditions which farm workers were World United Services Organization and forced to endure. In 1952 he became an orga- RECOGNIZING SAMUEL M. YOUNG, Chairman of their Human Resources Com- nizer for the Community Service Organization JR., PH.D. mittee, and he was a member of the Board of (CSO), a Latino civil rights group, and eventu- Advisers of National Handicapped Sports. ally became the national director of the organi- Fred lived much of his life in South Run For- HON. PATRICK MURPHY zation. est community in Springfield, Virginia. On Vet- In 1965, Chavez co-founded the National erans Day, Flag Day, and Memorial Day, Fred OF FLORIDA Farm Workers Association with Dolores enjoyed distributing flags across his entire IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Huerta which evolved into the United Farm community to share his patriotic spirit with his Workers union. neighbors in honor of our country and all Monday, April 11, 2016 The National Farm Workers Association was those who have served it bravely with him. successful in securing fair wages and safe Fred will be remembered dearly across the Mr. MURPHY of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise working conditions for farm workers. today to recognize an outstanding constituent South Run Forest community by all those he The UFW also led a worldwide grape boy- touched on a daily basis. He was well known and renowned neuroscientist, Dr. Samuel M. cott that helped ensure farm workers had a Young, Jr. of Jupiter, Florida. by many of his neighbors for having a witty voice in contract negotiations. sense of humor. One of Fred’s neighbors, Cesar Chavez is also known for his fasts Growing up in Caldwell, New Jersey, Sam Norman Bayne, once told me about a time which he used as a nonviolent method of pro- ‘‘Stump’’ Young’s strength on the High School when he was mowing his lawn and wearing moting his beliefs. football field led him to Princeton University, shorts, Fred came out and shouted, ‘‘If I had In 1972, Chavez fasted in response to Ari- where he discovered a passion for scientific legs like that I would wear pants.’’ Fred always zona’s passage of legislation that prohibited research that would last a lifetime. Sam chose had a way to brighten the day of those around boycotts and strikes by farm workers during to major in molecular biology at Princeton, an him. the harvest season. unlikely choice for the Princeton Tigers’ star Fred’s final assignment in the military was defensive tackle and one who challenged the Cesar Chavez achieved unprecedented gains for farmworkers. as an Executive Assistant to the Administrator assumptions of his professors and fellow stu- of the Veterans Administration. He passed dents. His influence also exceeded to empowering the people to strive for their own rights. away a decorated veteran, having earned four As a postgraduate, Dr. Young studied at Numerous other social movements utilized awards of the Legion of Merit, the Bronze some of the leading laboratories in Germany his tactics in their own work. Star, two awards of the Meritorious Service and the United States before joining the Max On April 23, 1993 Cesar Chavez died, Medal, the Air Medal, and the Army Com- Planck Florida Institute for Neuroscience in Ju- bringing great sadness to the farm workers mendation Medal. He was preceded in death piter in 2010, where he currently serves as community that he spent his life fighting for. by his daughter Kerri. He is survived by his Research Group Leader in Molecular Mecha- With his death also came a great sense of wife Marilyn of 55 years, two sons Mark and nisms of Synaptic Function. At Max Planck, pride for all the progress that Cesar Chavez Matthew, and four grandchildren, Damon, Dr. Young and his team use innovative tech- brought as a direct result of his unwavering Haley, Aidan, and Brianna. I am honored to niques to create models of how synapses commitment to farm workers’ rights. commemorate Fred today for his life of leader- function, and their path-breaking research I urge my colleagues to join me in cele- ship, service, and selfless contributions to our helps shed light on the causes of brain dis- brating Cesar Estrada Chavez’s life and leg- great nation. We are fortunate to have citizens ease. acy. like Fred who are willing to put their life at risk On Sunday, April 3rd, I was honored to America is a better place because of Cesar to serve the United States of America. have Dr. Young deliver the keynote address at Chavez. f a ceremony I hosted to recognize 65 local stu- f TRIBUTE TO MEREDITH dents and recipients of this year’s Congres- IN HONOR OF COLONEL FERDI- WILHARBER sional Award, the United States Congress’ NAND CLARENCE ‘‘FRED’’ award for young Americans who have dem- BIDGOOD onstrated outstanding achievements in four HON. DAVID YOUNG areas: volunteer public service, personal de- OF IOWA velopment, physical fitness, and expedition/ex- HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ploration. OF VIRGINIA Monday, April 11, 2016 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES These young men and women exemplify the Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise best values of hard work, determination, pas- Monday, April 11, 2016 today to recognize and congratulate Meredith sion, and leadership, and I thank Dr. Young Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Wilharber of Urbandale, Iowa as one of Iowa’s for sharing his story with them. I know that by to honor the life of my constituent, Colonel 2016 Heroes of the Heartland, sponsored by following his example and pursuing their own Ferdinand Clarence ‘‘Fred’’ Bidgood, a retired the American Red Cross of Greater Iowa. passions—no matter what—they too will United States Army officer, a patriot, and a Each year, the American Red Cross serving achieve incredible successes in life. true leader. greater Iowa honors individuals for their acts

VerDate Sep 11 2014 08:56 Apr 12, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11AP8.015 E11APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E390 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 11, 2016 of great bravery, dedication and service to the ON THE MURDER OF YONATAN cluding: Outstanding Dean of the Year by the community. The winners are nominated by SUHER National Association of Public Interest Law their peers, highlighting Iowa’s most compas- (now known as Equal Justice Works) in 2000, sionate and caring individuals. These extraor- HON. EARL BLUMENAUER the Inter American Press Association’s Cha- dinary people commit actions which dem- OF OREGON pultepec Grand Prize 2002 for his achieve- onstrate the potential heroism and kindness IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ments in the field of human rights, the Charles which is in all of us. Heroes of the Heartland Norberg International Lawyer of the Year reflect the values and vision of the American Monday, April 11, 2016 Award from the Washington, D.C. chapter of Red Cross, leaving a positive impact on cen- Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, it is with the Inter-American Bar Association, the Life- tral Iowa. deep sadness that I express my condolences time Leadership Award from the Hispanic Na- Meredith knows first-hand about Pulmonary to the family and friends of Yonatan (Yoni) tional Bar Foundation, and the Leadership Arterial Hypertension (PAH) because it took Suher—one of dozens killed or wounded on Award from the Maryland Hispanic Bar Asso- her mother’s life when she was young. At 34, March 19th in a suicide bombing in Istanbul, ciation. Meredith was diagnosed with the same incur- Turkey. This horrific attack highlights the Mr. Speaker, I ask the House of Represent- able disease. Pulmonary Arterial Hypertension struggle we continue to face in ending these atives to join me in recognizing Dean Claudio or PAH is a chronic and deadly combination senseless acts of terrorism. Grossman’s remarkable efforts across his 21- heart and lung disease where the pulmonary Yoni was born in my hometown of Portland, year tenure at WCL. Dean Grossman has artery causes the heart and lungs to become Oregon, as was his father. He shared my love dedicated his life to human rights and inter- strained. It is less often that I meet a hero for the city, as well as for the Portland Trail national law, serving as an exemplary leader. face to face but I have had the honor and Blazers, and visited his family there often. His contributions to the legal profession have privilege of visiting with Meredith and her hus- Though no longer with us, I know Yoni will laid a foundation for generations. band, Randy who founded the Blue Lips Foun- live on in the hearts and minds of those near- est and dearest to him. I wish his loved ones dation with the goal of changing how and f when PAH is diagnosed through awareness all the best during this difficult time. and education, as well as funding research f HONORING SHIRLEY SAUNDERS and the development of diagnostic tools. They CELEBRATING DEAN CLAUDIO are warriors for a just cause. GROSSMAN Mr. Speaker, Meredith is an Iowan who has HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL made central Iowa citizens very proud. She has dedicated her life, doing what is right and HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON OF NEW YORK not seeking much attention. But it is with great OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honor that I recognize her today. I ask that my IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Monday, April 11, 2016 colleagues in the U.S. House of Representa- Monday, April 11, 2016 tives join me in honoring Meredith for her Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to courage. I thank her for her service and wish ask the House of Representatives to join me honor a Bronx leader who has been a friend her continued success in all her future en- in celebrating Dean Claudio Grossman and his and partner to me in the Co-op City commu- deavors. 21-year tenure at American University’s Wash- nity for many years, the incomparable Shirley ington College of Law (WCL). As WCL’s first Saunders. I have been friends with Shirley f Latino dean, and lifelong advocate for human ever since we attended Evander Childs High OBSERVING EQUAL PAY DAY rights, he brought his unparalleled commit- School together, and I have always known her ment to diversity and support for students of to be a tremendous force for good in the HON. THEODORE E. DEUTCH color. neighborhood. Dean Grossman, a native of Chile, spent Shirley was born and raised in the Lincoln OF FLORIDA many years in political exile in Europe after Projects in Harlem. She is a product of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES serving in the administration of democratically- New York City public school system, including Monday, April 11, 2016 elected President Salvador Allende, before fi- my alma maters, Hunter and Lehman Col- nally coming to the United States. leges. For 30 years, Shirley has lived in Co- Mr. DEUTCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to His legal scholarship is focused on inter- op City and been actively involved in the man- observe Equal Pay Day, the day when wom- national human rights and he has served in agement of the largest co-operative housing en’s wages finally catch up to men’s. several roles within the United Nations, most development in the world. She was elected Fifty three years after passage of the Equal notably in the United Nation’s Committee and held a seat as a member and secretary Pay Act of 1963 and Title VII of the Civil Against Torture, and the Inter-American Com- of the Riverbay Board of Directors, which gov- Rights Act, women and minorities continue to mission on Human Rights. Dean Grossman erns Co-op City, and served in those roles for experience inequitable pay differentials. In has also served as the chair of the United Na- more than 12 years. Shirley has also been ac- fact, women who work full time, year round in tions Human Rights Treaty Bodies and board tively involved in other community and civic or- the United States were paid only 79 cents for member of the Robert F. Kennedy Center for ganizations, including the Parents Association every dollar paid to their male counterparts in Justice & Human Rights. for P.S. 153, for which she served as presi- 2014. In Florida, a woman who holds a full- He is one of the few Latino law school dent; the Sister to Sister program; the local time job is paid, on average, $34,768 per year deans in the country, and the first to serve in Boy and Girl Scouts chapters; the local little while a man who holds a full-time job is paid that capacity at WCL. He will be succeeded by league programs; and is a founding mother of $40,971 per year. For minorities, the gap is Camille Nelson, the first black dean at WCL the Jack & Jill of America Bronx chapter. In even larger. and the first woman in that role in the last 60 fact, Shirley was such an integral part of the This equates to a combined 17 billion dol- years. He leaves large shoes to fill. community, I had to make her a part of my lars loss of wages annually for Florida women As dean, he has made great contributions to Congressional Staff. She served as Senior with full-time jobs. These lost wages mean the legal profession through his work expand- Staff Assistant with me for over 20 years, and Floridian families have fewer resources to buy ing WCL’s LL.M. program, semester abroad was extraordinary in that role. goods and services. The wage gap directly programs, and clinical programs that advocate hurts Florida’s families and our economy. for immigrants and the disabled. He has also But for all of her incredible service to the If change continues at the same slow pace presided over WCL’s new Tenley Campus ex- public, it was always family that was Shirley’s as it has during the last 50 years, it will take pansion. true passion. She has been married to her nearly 50 more years—until 2059—for women Previous honors for Dean Grossman’s work husband, Rod, for more than 40 years, and to- and men to finally reach pay parity. on human rights and international law include gether they have three wonderful children and I join the Enterprising and Professional the Rene´ Cassin Award from B’nai B’rith Inter- two beautiful grandchildren. Women of South Florida in observing Equal national in Chile and the Harry LeRoy Jones This year, Shirley is celebrating her 69th Pay Day and calling attention to the continuing Award from the Washington Foreign Law Soci- birthday. On the occasion I want to thank her wage disparity women in our nation and state ety. Since becoming dean of WLC, Dean for years of friendship, and wish her nothing face. Grossman has received a host of honors, in- but the best.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 08:56 Apr 12, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11AP8.018 E11APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS April 11, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E391 TRIBUTE TO CARL BURT forcement of the law and provide adequate HONORING ALECIA A. funding for programs to assist children who DECOUDREAUX HON. DAVID YOUNG may have experienced such abuse. OF IOWA There is no crime greater that an individual HON. BARBARA LEE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES can commit than the crimes of child abuse, in OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Monday, April 11, 2016 all of its forms. The Child Abuse Prevention and Treatment Monday, April 11, 2016 Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise Act (CAPTA) established the first federal child today to recognize and congratulate Carl Burt Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor protection legislation, and was signed into law of Des Moines, Iowa, as one of Iowa’s 2016 the extraordinary career of Mrs. Alecia A. by President Nixon on January 31, 1974. Heroes of the Heartland, sponsored by the DeCoudreaux. Mrs. DeCoudreaux serves as American Red Cross of Greater Iowa. This marked the new precedent for the na- the President of Mills College, my Alma Mater, Each year, the American Red Cross serving tional response to child abuse and neglect. and will be stepping down to conclude a suc- greater Iowa honors individuals for their acts Then in 1983, President Reagan proclaimed cessful tenure in academia. Born in Chicago, Illinois, Mrs. DeCoudreaux the month of April as National Child Abuse of great bravery, dedication and service to the began her academic career as a student of Prevention month. community. The winners are nominated by English and Political Science at Wellesley Col- their peers, highlighting Iowa’s most compas- In 1989, the National Center on Child Abuse lege in 1976. After receiving her Bachelor of sionate and caring individuals. These extraor- and Neglect awarded nine grants to assist in Arts degree, Mrs. DeCoudreaux continued her dinary people commit actions which dem- developing and implementing community- education and received a Doctor of Laws de- onstrate the potential heroism and kindness based prevention strategies, in furtherance of gree from the Indiana University School of which is in all of us. Heroes of the Heartland that cause. Law in 1978. reflect the values and vision of the American In addition, these grants assisted in devel- While at Mills, Mrs. DeCoudreaux furthered Red Cross, leaving a positive impact on cen- oping a coordinated multidisciplinary training inclusion by instituting the first women’s col- tral Iowa. program for professionals and community lege policy for admitting transgender students. In announcing the Award, Red Cross offi- leaders to improve public awareness cam- This policy has become a model for women’s cials explained why Mr. Burt is being recog- paigns, and implement crisis intervention pro- colleges across the nation. She also expanded nized for his heroism. Last spring, he was grams. Mills’ global focus and reach by participating in having an outdoor dinner with a friend and her the U.S. Department of State’s Women in In 1996, under the Clinton Administration’s mother when the friend noticed her mother Public Service Project (WPSP), hosting 25 emphasis on collaboration and integration slouched back in her chair, barely breathing. women delegates from 22 countries in a 10- among child and family serving systems, a Mr. Burt immediately took action and at- day conference focusing on women solving new grants program called the Community- tempted to begin cardio-pulmonary resuscita- the climate crisis. tion (CPR) but her jaw was clenched. He told Based Family Resource and Support Mrs. DeCoudreaux led the campus commu- his friend to call 9-1-1 emergency while he (CBFRS), was created. nity and collaborated with the school’s board continued giving rescue breaths. Mr. Burt These grants reflected the belief that public of trustees to find solutions to tough economic started doing chest compressions and after and private child abuse prevention and treat- circumstances. Many educational programs only two compressions, the mother suddenly ment programs must work together toward have suffered similar downturns, and Mrs. awakened. Emergency services arrived, common goals. DeCoudreaux’s commitment to higher edu- checked her vitals and determined that she In 2005, there was a renewed commitment cation succeeded in sustaining Mills College. had had a seizure but would recover. As part to make child abuse prevention a national pri- In January 2016, Mrs. DeCoudreaux joined of his daily role as a jail service aide for Polk ority. 11 other Northern California colleges and universities in signing the Oakland Promise Col- County, Iowa, Mr. Burt is required to be cer- As a result, the Children’s Bureau focused lege Pathway Partnership, which offers finan- tified in CPR. on making safe children and healthy families a cial aid and mentoring support to Oakland Mr. Speaker, Mr. Burt is an Iowan who has new priority, a theme that was also adopted high school graduates. These graduates made central Iowa citizens very proud. He has by the National Conference on Child Abuse learned the skills necessary to continue a path dedicated his life to quietly doing what is right and Neglect. and not seeking such attention. But it is with in academics and further their careers. Mr. Speaker, children were not forgotten great honor that I recognize him today. I ask Her many accolades portray Mrs. during the great debate over the Patient Pro- that my colleagues in the U.S. House of Rep- DeCoudreaux as a tireless advocate for ac- tection Affordability Care Act, which included resentatives join me in honoring Mr. Burt for cess to education, including the Award for key provisions that created the Maternal, In- his courage. I thank him for his service and Education from the Convention of the Elimi- fant, and Early Childhood Home Visiting Pro- wish him continued success in all his future nation of All Forms of Discrimination Against gram. endeavors. Women; the ABC 7 News Profiles of Excel- lence Award; the Madam C.J. Walker Pioneer f Thus far during my time in Congress, I have continually proposed amendments aimed to Award; and recognition as a Leadership Cali- COMMEMORATING APRIL AS NA- assist families and children across the nation. fornia Trailblazer. She was selected as one of TIONAL CHILD ABUSE PREVEN- My amendment to HR 3700, which was San Francisco Business Times’ Most Influen- TION MONTH passed in this chamber, directed the Secretary tial Women in Business, and she was included of Housing and Urban Development and the in Diverse Issues in Higher Education maga- HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE Secretary of Labor to work together to zine’s 30 Women Making a Difference feature. On behalf of the residents of California’s OF TEXAS produce an annual report on inter-agency 13th Congressional District, Mrs. Alecia A. strategies. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DeCoudreaux, I salute you. I thank you for Monday, April 11, 2016 These strategies would strengthen family your outstanding leadership in higher edu- economic empowerment by linking housing Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to cation and wish you continued success as you with essential supportive services, such as recognize the importance of April as National transition to this exciting new chapter of life. employment counseling and training, financial Child Abuse Prevention Month. f growth, childcare, transportation, meals, youth As Co-Chair of the Congressional Children’s recreational activities and other responsive ON THE PASSING OF LAWRENCE D. Caucus, I have always believed that our chil- services. KOONCE, SR. dren are our nation’s greatest strength and resource. Once again, I thank my colleagues in the National Child Abuse Prevention Month is House for their efforts in protecting the chil- HON. KAREN BASS OF CALIFORNIA remembered as a time to reflect and renew dren of this nation. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES our shared dedication and responsibility to Mr. Speaker, this important month serves to protect every child in our country, no matter remind each and every one of us, that as Monday, April 11, 2016 their social or economic background. Americans we have a solemn responsibility to Ms. BASS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to note As elected officials, we have an obligation to educate, feed, and protect our children at all the passing of a long-time community advo- condemn this violence, work for stronger en- costs. cate, Lawrence D. Koonce, Sr.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 08:56 Apr 12, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11AP8.023 E11APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E392 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 11, 2016 Mr. Koonce was born in Donaldville, Geor- CELEBRATING THE 150TH ANNI- NE. From there he came to Iowa, serving in gia and grew up in Newark, New Jersey. He VERSARY OF ESSROC CEMENT the 132nd Combat Support Squadron at the moved to Los Angeles in early adulthood to Iowa Air National Guard Base in Des Moines. work with Van Vorse Mattress Company and HON. CHARLES W. DENT His first overseas deployment was during Op- later became a successful entrepreneur. OF PENNSYLVANIA eration Provide Comfort, where he was sta- He was devoted to his family and to his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tioned at the Air Base Wing of Incirlik Air community. He married the late Barbara Talley Base, Adana, Turkey. MSgt Hayworth returned and they had three sons. He also had a Monday, April 11, 2016 to the United States where he served in var- daughter. He raised his family in the Vermont Mr. DENT. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to ious roles until his next deployment overseas Knolls neighborhood of South Los Angeles, bring to the House’s attention the 150th Anni- in 2009, supporting the 432nd Maintenance where he quickly took on positions of leader- versary of ESSROC Cement, a company Group and our military efforts from the Joint ship. He served as President of the Vermont deeply rooted in the foundation of Pennsylva- Base Balad in Iraq during Operation Iraqi Knolls—81st Street Block Club many times nia’s Lehigh Valley. Freedom. He later returned to Iowa, com- over the course of nearly five decades. In 1866, David O. Saylor, a resident of Al- pleting his career with the Iowa Air National He worked to build partnerships that would lentown, purchased 30 acres of property in Guard. contribute to improving the area, including with Coplay, PA. He, along with Esias Rehrig and Mr. Speaker, MSgt Hayworth’s unyielding the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD), Adam Woolever, chartered the Coplay Cement commitment to his country is a true testament the city council office, and later with the Com- Company. Saylor, an innovator, developed a to his patriotism. I am honored to represent munity Coalition for Substance Abuse Preven- process that allowed Portland type cement to him in the United States Congress. We will tion and Treatment (CoCo). be made in the United States. Saylor patented never be able to thank him enough for the I came to know him as he took active roles the process, and by 1900, Coplay Cement sacrifices he has made in order to keep our in CoCo programs such as the Greater Re- was providing over 70 percent of the Portland country safe. I ask that all of my colleagues in sources through Organizing and Work Cement used in America. the United States House of Representatives (GROW) Project. Mr. Koonce helped win Coplay Cement provided the material that join me in thanking him for his service, con- changes in grocery store health and safety became the building blocks of the massive in- gratulating him on his retirement and wishing practices, such as selling expired meat and frastructure expansion and city-building that him nothing but continued success and happi- wilted produce in South L.A. stores. He also occurred in post-Civil War America. ness. fought to beautify the area and calm traffic, Paris-based Ciments Francais ultimately ac- f making it nicer and safer to walk in the neigh- quired Coplay Cement in 1976. borhood. The 1990s were a time of great activity for COMMEMORATING THE PASSAGE As a result of his efforts he was selected to the company. It adopted the ESSROC name OF THE HEALTH CARE AND EDU- take part in the Neighborhood Leadership Pro- in 1990. In 1992, Italcementi became CATION RECONCILIATION ACT gram of the prestigious Coro Southern Cali- ESSROC’s parent company. fornia Leadership Center, further enhancing Now, 150 years later, ESSROC has oper- HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE his skills. He was also chosen to sit on the ations across four continents. In North Amer- OF TEXAS LAPD Community Police Advisory Board and ica, the Nazareth-based company has the abil- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was recognized repeatedly by LAPD for his ity to produce over 6.5 million metric tons of Monday, April 11, 2016 work to improve safety and solve problems. cement annually. To this day, Saylor Cement Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to Never afraid to put in hard work, Mr. remains one of their main product lines. recognize the passage of the empowering Koonce would not settle for less than he ESSROC has demonstrated itself as an im- ‘‘Health Care and Education Reconciliation thought his community deserved. He will be pressive business, based not only on its cor- Act.’’ deeply missed, and my heart is with his family porate metrics, but more importantly on its Over the past three decades, the average and friends as they gather to honor his mem- commitment to the greater Lehigh Valley. tuition at a public, four-year college institution ory. ESSROC is a valued manufacturer in our has more than tripled, while the typical family’s f community, a provider of good jobs with good income has become plateaued. wages, and a respected corporate citizen. RECOGNIZING THE GIVE CENTER This great struggle pitting the interests of Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure to offer my the banks and financial institutions against congratulations to the men and women who those of vulnerable students finally came to an HON. JODY B. HICE work at ESSROC both in the Lehigh Valley end on March 30, 2010, when President OF GEORGIA area and across the United States. May they Barack Obama signed this legislation into law. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES enjoy continued prosperity. This law reinvested savings back into edu- Monday, April 11, 2016 f cation by upgrading community colleges facilities, increasing Pell Grants, and making it TRIBUTE TO MSGT JAMES ROBERT Mr. JODY B. HICE of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, easier for responsible students to pay off their HAYWORTH I rise today to recognize the leadership and loans. volunteer efforts of the GIVE Center on its Historically Black Colleges and Universities 20th anniversary. Located in Milledgeville, HON. DAVID YOUNG and Minority Serving Institutions in this nation Georgia, the GIVE Center connects Georgia OF IOWA were resultantly able to receive a needed ben- College & State University students with vol- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES efit. unteer opportunities to help make a difference Monday, April 11, 2016 For new borrowers after 2014, student loans on campus and throughout the local, state, na- are eligible to be forgiven after 20 years to tional, and international communities. In two Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise those making timely payments, down from the short decades through the GIVE Center, stu- today to recognize and congratulate MSgt previous 25 year requirement. dents have completed 650,000 volunteer James Robert Hayworth of Bondurant, Iowa, This law also has helped parents invest in hours, participated in 140,000 service projects, for his retirement on March 29, 2016 after their children’s education by simplifying the and contributed $15,000,000 of service to the nearly 30 years in the United States Air Force federal education loan borrowing process. community. and Iowa Air National Guard, 132nd Wing, Specifically, in my home city of Houston, With the help of 150 student organizations, Des Moines. Texas, this legislation has helped many of the 236 community partners, 245 volunteer pro- MSgt Hayworth entered the United States 9,700 students currently attending the pres- grams, and countless helping hands, the GIVE Air Force in May 1986, receiving his basic tigious HBCU, Texas Southern University, Center has established itself as a pillar of military training at Lackland AFB, San Antonio, alongside the 42,704 students attending the humble service. The servant-leadership and Texas, beginning his extensive, successful ca- University of Houston. community engagement that are displayed by reer within the United States military. His serv- During my time serving our country, I have the faculty, staff, students, and volunteers at ice gave him the opportunity to travel across fought to make higher education accessible to the GIVE Center are inspirational, and I am our great nation and around the world. After all who strive to achieve it. honored to have a place of such excellence completing basic military training, MSgt That is why I am proud to have stood with and achievement in the 10th District of Geor- Hayworth was assigned to the 55th Services 220 of my colleagues in voting ‘‘yea’’ in sup- gia. Squadron at Offutt Air Force Base in Bellevue, port of this legislation.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 08:56 Apr 12, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A11AP8.026 E11APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS April 11, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E393 Mr. Speaker, this Act has spurred a move- Relations Program, The National Americanism HONORING SARAH TURNER ment by President Obama to help every Amer- Award, The National Children and Youth ican achieve the dream of being able to attend Award, and The National Veterans Affairs & HON. ELIOT L. ENGEL college no matter their financial background. Rehabilitation Award. OF NEW YORK f In Janet’s current capacity as New York IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES American Legion Auxiliary President, she PERSONAL EXPLANATION Monday, April 11, 2016 oversees multiple programs aimed at assisting Veterans as well as the communities of New Mr. ENGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. BARBARA LEE York. One of her main priorities as President honor a woman who is tenderly known as OF CALIFORNIA is raising money to support Vietnam Veterans ‘‘Mama Sarah’’ within her community: Mrs. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES impacted by Agent Orange. Sarah Pauline Turner. Sarah turned 100 years Monday, April 11, 2016 Janet is leading a statewide campaign, cov- old on April 2nd, 2016, and I am so grateful ering all 62 counties across New York, and to be able to help celebrate her reaching that Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I was not present for remarkable milestone by honoring her in the roll call votes 130 through 135 due to official has a goal to raise over $75,000.00. All funds raised in support of ‘‘Changing the Legacy of hallowed halls of Congress. travel. Had I been present, I would have voted Sarah is a treasured member of her com- yes on Number 130, no on Number 131, no Agent Orange’’ will support Veterans with documented Agent Orange related medical needs. munity whose love for people became self-evi- on Number 132, yes on Number 133, yes on dent early on in her life when, after completing Number 134, and yes on Number 135. Funds will also support these Veteran’s children with documented Agent Orange related her education, she worked for the Veteran Ad- f medical needs. mission in Washington, D.C. She later moved to New York City and became a friend to ev- H.R. 4891, THE ‘‘TECHNICAL Mr. Speaker, Janet Mahoney has distin- eryone she has met in the Bronx. Sarah’s list CORRECTIONS ACT OF 2016’’ guished herself throughout her remarkable of community service accomplishments is long twenty plus year career in the New York and distinguished. She has received an im- American Legion Auxiliary where she has HON. KEVIN BRADY pressive amount of awards and recognition been an unwavering advocate for our Vet- OF TEXAS from her community, including for some of her erans, their families, and our communities. I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES most important work with RAIN Eastchester ask my colleagues to join me in congratulating Senior Center and Eastchester Housing. Monday, April 11, 2016 her on her countless achievements during a As involved as she is with her community, Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, the pro- remarkable career. Sarah is just as involved with her church. She visions of H.R. 4891, the ‘‘Technical Correc- has offered spiritual guidance to the members tions Act of 2016,’’ introduced on April 11, f of Burke Avenue Baptist Church for over 50 2016 makes tax technical and clerical correc- years, and has also served as part of the Pas- tions. Ways and Means Committee Chairman TRIBUTE TO EAGLE SCOUT tor’s Aide Ministry, Gospel Chorus, Senior BRADY and Ranking Member LEVIN have JEFFREY WALTON Usher Board, and is currently President of asked the nonpartisan Joint Committee on Willing Workers Ministry. Sarah’s unwavering Taxation to make available to the public a dedication to her church community has not technical explanation of the bill (JCX–16–16). HON. DAVID YOUNG gone unnoticed. She gained a lifetime mem- The technical explanation expresses the Com- OF IOWA bership of the Eastern Stars Organization, mittee’s understanding and legislative intent IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES where she serves as Worthy Matron. behind this important legislation. It is available There is no doubt that Sarah is an out- on the Joint Committee’s Web site at Monday, April 11, 2016 standing citizen of the Bronx Borough. She www.jct.gov. Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise has been a pillar of her community, who has f today to recognize and congratulate Jeffrey gracefully bestowed joy and happiness upon HONORING JANET MAHONEY Walton of Boy Scout Troop 104 in Corning, everyone she has met. I want to congratulate Iowa for achieving the rank of Eagle Scout. Sarah on reaching this remarkable milestone, The Eagle Scout rank is the highest ad- and as Congressman for the northeast Bronx, HON. CHRISTOPHER P. GIBSON vancement rank in scouting. Only about five thank her for all she has done in the commu- OF NEW YORK percent of Boy Scouts earn the Eagle Scout nity. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Award. The award is a performance-based Monday, April 11, 2016 achievement with high standards that have f Mr. GIBSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor been well-maintained for more than a century. PERSONAL EXPLANATION Janet Mahoney for her accomplishments in To earn the Eagle Scout rank, a Boy Scout over twenty years of service to The American is obligated to pass specific tests that are or- HON. ED PERLMUTTER ganized by requirements and merit badges, as Legion Auxiliary, Montgomery Unit No. 429 in OF COLORADO well as completing an Eagle Project to benefit Rhinebeck, NY. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Janet is a recently retired dental hygienist, the community. Jeffrey’s Eagle Scout project proud grandmother of eight grandchildren and involved constructing a large sign to be placed Monday, April 11, 2016 also the widow of a Vietnam Veteran. She has in the yard at Country Haven, a residential Mr. PERLMUTTER. Mr. Speaker, on March always been passionate about Veterans, their care facility, making it easier for people to lo- 21 and March 22, 2016 I was not present to families, and their communities. cate the facility. The work ethic Jeffrey has vote on H.R. 4314 (Counterterrorism Screen- Throughout her selfless and tireless service shown in his Eagle Project and every other ing and Assistance Act), H.R. 4742 (Promoting in the American Legion Auxiliary, Janet has project leading up to his Eagle Scout rank Women in Entrepreneurship Act), H.R. 4755 served on multiple committees and in many speaks volumes of his commitment to serving (Inspiring the Next Space Innovators, Re- leadership positions at the local and state lev- a cause greater than himself and assisting his searchers, and Explorers (INSPIRE) Women els. Some of her positions include: three terms community. Act) and H.R. 4336 (Women Airforce Service as Unit President, three terms as County Mr. Speaker, the example set by this young Pilot Arlington Inurnment Restoration Act). I President, and two terms each as District Vice man and his supportive family demonstrates wish to reflect my intentions had I been President and District President. the rewards of hard work, dedication and per- present to vote. Janet has served at the State level since severance. I am honored to represent Jeffrey Had I been present for roll call No. 130, I 2007 as the Education Chairman, Public Rela- and his family in the United States Congress. would have voted ‘‘YEA.’’ tions Chairman, Americanism Chairman, Vice- I ask that all of my colleagues in the United Had I been present for roll call No. 133, I President and President. During her tenure of States House of Representatives join me in would have voted ‘‘YEA.’’ outstanding service at the State level, she was congratulating him on reaching the rank of Had I been present for roll call No. 134, I instrumental in the organization winning na- Eagle Scout and in wishing him nothing but would have voted ‘‘YEA.’’ tional awards for Department of New York continued success in his future education and Had I been present for roll call No. 135, I Press Book, Best Overall Department Public career. would have voted ‘‘YEA.’’

VerDate Sep 11 2014 08:56 Apr 12, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11AP8.030 E11APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E394 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 11, 2016 PATTY DUKE ‘‘QUEEN OF TV MOV- Worker, in which she portrayed Anne Sullivan, ment of their President and CEO, and my dear IES AND TIRELESS ADVOCATE a role that won her third Emmy. friend, Sydney Alderman Perry. FOR THOSE STRUGGLING WITH In the mid-1980s, she became president of Sydney began her career with the Jewish MENTAL ILLNESSES’’ the Screen Actors Guild. Federation and JCC nearly 30 years ago in Her 1987 autobiography, Call Me Anna, was the Department of Jewish Education. Edu- made into a TV movie in 1990 in which she HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE cation was her passion and over the course of portrayed herself and served as co-producer. OF TEXAS her seventeen years in that department she Following in 1992 second book, A Brilliant IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES not only worked to improve the synagogue Madness: Living With Manic Depression Ill- Monday, April 11, 2016 supplementary schools, she also developed ness, was published. Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to With the help of family and friends Patty and implemented a number of innovative edu- pay tribute to Patty Duke, an American icon Duke was able to quiet her personal demons, cation programs for both adults and teens. and advocate for those suffering in silence and become a vocal advocate for those suf- In addition to ‘‘A Taste of Honey,’’ an adult from various forms of mental illness, who fering from mental illnesses, along with dispel- learning lecture series that attracts hundreds passed away on March 29, 2016 at the age of ling social stigmas attached to them. of adults, Sydney spearheaded the Israel Ex- 69. Patty Duke died on March 29, 2016 in perience Savings program, which helps young Patty Duke was born Anna Marie Duke on Coeur D’Alene, Idaho, at the age of 69 from people travel to Israel and initiated Talmud December 14, 1946 in Elmhurst, New York. a sepsis infection from a ruptured intestine. Torah Meyuchad, an individualized Jewish Anna Duke and her siblings grew up in a Mr. Speaker, I ask the House to take a mo- education program for children with special difficult household, raised by an alcoholic fa- ment of silence in remembrance of this strong needs. But perhaps the contribution she is ther and a mother who suffered from what woman who was able to stand against the suf- most proud of is the establishment of the suc- was then called ‘‘manic depression,’’ later focating struggles of depression and became cessful community Hebrew High School, known to be bipolar disorder. a source of inspiration for hundreds of thou- Anna Duke was introduced to acting by her MAKOM, which serves hundreds of teens sands of Americans struggling with mental ill- throughout the New Haven area every year. brother’s managers, John and Ethel Ross, nesses. who changed her name to Patty and eventu- She was tapped as associate executive di- f ally became her guardians. rector to supervise such things as the Holo- Later in Patty Duke’s life, she revealed that STANDARD MERGER AND ACQUISI- caust Education and Prejudice Reduction she was a survivor of sexual assault. TION REVIEWS THROUGH EQUAL Project and went on to become the executive In 1959, Patty Duke’s first big role came RULES ACT OF 2015 director of the federation for six years, before when she was cast as Helen Keller in the taking on the title of CEO of the merged fed- Broadway version of The Miracle Worker, with SPEECH OF eration and the Jewish Community Center of Anne Bancroft portraying her teacher, Anne New Haven. Sullivan. HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN Then in 1962, that play was turned into a OF MARYLAND Under her leadership the federation has ex- feature film, in which she also starred. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES panded its agenda and outreach to enhance For her performance in the film, the 16-year- Wednesday, March 23, 2016 Jewish life and enrich the lives of those most old won a ‘‘Promising Newcomer’’ Golden in need both locally and internationally. Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, today I rise Globe as well as an Academy Award for Best Food4Kids sends local students who depend in opposition to H.R. 2745 or the SMARTER Supporting Actress—making her the youngest on the breakfast and lunch programs home Act. person to win an Oscar at that time. with a backpack of staples for the weekends. Sadly, following her Oscar win, Patty Duke This bill is another delay tactic that stops us The Jewish Coalition for Literacy has more began to privately unravel. from the meaningful work of passing a budget. than two hundred volunteers who read and The abuse she endured along with her fam- Too many bills that have come out of the talk with students. The federation supports the ily’s history of bipolar disorder began to plague Judiciary Committee this year are designed to elderly housing complexes as well as edu- her. erode consumer rights and roll back estab- cational institutions across Greater New All the while, she continued to dazzle the lished judicial precedent. Haven and raises funds for Yale Hillel and the outside world with a successful career. We should be considering and debating University of Connecticut Hillel; the Jewish Patty Duke then starred in her own sitcom meaningful bills to address criminal justice re- Historical Society and the JCC. called The Patty Duke Show, which she art- form and common sense gun safety. Beyond her leadership at the Jewish Fed- fully played two cousin characters simulta- Instead, we are here voting to fix a problem eration and JCC, Sydney is an extraordinary neously. that does not exist and does not need our at- In 1965, she also became a pop music con- tention. advocate for Jewish continuity. She has tender with her top 10 hit ‘‘Don’t Just Stand A Politico article from two days ago was ti- served as a consultant to the community on There’’ and headlined the acclaimed film Billie, tled ‘‘Congress setting a low bar for doing educational endeavors, including the Anne which was the first movie ever sold to a tele- nothing.’’ Frank Project, Shepherd ’92, Jerusalem 3000 vision network. My Democratic colleagues and I have bills and the celebration of Israel’s 50th Anniver- Thus, began Patty Duke’s reign as the and agendas that we would like to bring to the sary. Sydney is an extraordinary scholar, often ‘‘Queen of TV Movies.’’ floor to address real problems facing real called upon nationally to give workshops and Patty Duke continued her big-screen career Americans. has served as scholar-in-residence for several by starring in the cult classic Valley of The This bill is not smart. It is a timewaster and communities. Dolls in 1967 and indie films such as Me, Nat- I hope after spring recess we can come back Sydney has shown an unparalleled dedica- alie in 1969. to a robust agenda and work on behalf of the tion to Jewish education in our community and Patty Duke married assistant director Harry American people. throughout the nation—a commitment that is Falk, remaining in the marriage from 1965 to f reflected in the myriad of awards she has 1969. HONORING SYDNEY ALDERMAN been honored with over the years. She is an After her marriage ended, Patty Duke bore inspiration. a son named Sean Patrick Duke. PERRY ON THE OCCASION OF In 1972, she married actor John Astin, who HER RETIREMENT I am proud to join the many family, friends, played Gomez in the television version of The and colleagues who have gathered this Addams Family. HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO evening in extending my sincere thanks and John Astin adopted her son Sean, and fa- OF CONNECTICUT appreciation to Sydney Alderman Perry for her thered her second son, Mackenzie Astin, born IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES incredible work with the Jewish Federation in 1973. and Jewish Community Center of Greater New Then in 1976, Patty Duke won her second Monday, April 11, 2016 Haven and her outstanding service to our Emmy for the highly successful mini-series Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, today marks community. My very best wishes to her, her Captains and the Kings. the end of an era at the Jewish Federation children, and grandchildren for many more Other popular TV movies followed, including and Jewish Community Center of Greater New years of health and happiness as she enjoys the 1979 small screen version of The Miracle Haven as they gather to celebrate the retire- her retirement.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 08:56 Apr 12, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11AP8.037 E11APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS April 11, 2016 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E395 TRIBUTE TO RYANNE MULLEN ance, we extend our heartiest congratulations sion of Hispanics in the Metropolitan Police on this Golden Jubilee and sincere wishes for Department. She also founded Mujeres HON. DAVID YOUNG continued growth and service in the coming Unidas Latinas en Accion (MULA), which OF IOWA years. helped Hispanic women who were new to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f District of Columbia by bringing them together through community activities. Monday, April 11, 2016 HONORING DANIEL BEN-ZAKEN AND RACHEL BEAN I ask the House to join me in recognizing Mr. YOUNG of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, I rise her 90th birthday and her more than 50 years today to recognize and congratulate Ryanne of activism in the national capital region. Mullen of Villisca, Iowa, for being awarded first HON. THEODORE E. DEUTCH Casilda Luna is a special woman whose serv- place for her outstanding essay honoring our OF FLORIDA ice to our community is greatly appreciated. military veterans by the Veterans of Foreign IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wars, Department of Iowa. Ryanne is a stu- Monday, April 11, 2016 f dent at Enarson Elementary in Villisca, Iowa. The theme for this essay contest was ‘‘What Mr. DEUTCH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN HONOR OF THE RETIREMENT Does A Veteran Mean To Me?’’, and was honor of Daniel Ben-Zaken and Rachel Bean, OF BILL HANEY open to all fifth graders in public, private, and who were awarded in this year’s C-SPAN stu- home schools throughout Iowa. dent documentary contest. Daniel and Rachel Ryanne’s essay reads: are students at Marjory Stoneman Douglas HON. BARBARA COMSTOCK I deeply thought about what a veteran High School in Parkland, Florida. OF VIRGINIA means to me. I have chosen to share emo- Their powerful documentary, ‘‘Target,’’ ex- tional descriptions of what a veteran means plores the issues and arguments surrounding IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to me. The initial meaning of a veteran to gun safety and school shootings. The theme Monday, April 11, 2016 me is how fear is considered, understood, and of this year’s contest was ‘‘Road to the White accepted but they still make the decision to House: What’s the Issue You Most Want Can- Mrs. COMSTOCK. Mr. Speaker, I would like face this fear for the freedom of their fami- didates to Discuss during the 2016 Presi- to take this time to acknowledge one of my lies and all other families they are standing constituents who has demonstrated day-in strong for. dential Campaign?’’ Nearly three thousand The second meaning of a veteran to me is video submissions from almost six thousand day-out what living the American dream really courage. The attitude of never giving up, students across the nation were submitted to means. never backing down, and always remaining this contest, and I am thrilled that Daniel and Bill Haney graduated from the College of faithful. These are characteristics of semper Rachel’s documentary was recognized as ex- New Jersey with a Bachelor of Science in fidelis. ceptional. Education. While teaching elementary school The third meaning I want to express is in Talbot County, Maryland, Bill worked to brotherhood, which is described as equally I am honored that these young filmmakers caring for the life of your fellow soldier. The chose to interview me for their documentary. earn his Master’s Degree in Supervision and fact that no one is left behind especially the In my remarks, I expressed my deep concern Human Relations from George Washington veterans that are KIA, MIA, or POW. I will regarding gun violence in America, especially University. In 1983, Mr. Haney accepted the carry memories of them with me forever. in schools. Our students must be able to study position of Chief Executive Officer of Every Mr. Speaker, I applaud and congratulate and learn in a safe environment absent the Citizen Has Opportunities, Inc. (ECHO), a Ryanne for earning this award. It is because threat of gun violence. With an average of Leesburg, Virginia based non-profit which pro- of Iowans like her that I’m proud to represent nearly one school shooting every week, this vides employment, training, and community in- our great state. I ask that my colleagues in the documentary covers a timely and vital issue tegration to individuals with disabilities. Mr. United States House of Representatives join facing our nation. Haney has decided it is time to retire from his me in congratulating Ryanne for writing this Again, congratulations to Daniel and Rachel. life’s work, thus ending a bright chapter in outstanding essay honoring our veterans. I I wish them the best of luck with their future ECHO’s history. wish her nothing but continued success in all endeavors and academic pursuits. It is with As Mr. Haney’s extraordinary career comes she does. great pleasure that I honor them, and I hope to a close, I would like to take a moment to f they will continue to inspire young South Flo- highlight the work he has done over the years. ridians to become involved in issues they care When Mr. Haney took over as CEO at ECHO, ST. EPHREM CHURCH PARISH 50TH about. the organization was supporting about 75 indi- ANNIVERSARY f viduals with disabilities, with an annual budget of under three hundred thousand dollars, and RECOGNIZING CASILDA LUNA HON. MICHAEL G. FITZPATRICK only two worksites. Under Mr. Haney’s leader- OF PENNSYLVANIA ship, ECHO’s budget has grown to nearly five IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON million dollars, and has expanded services to Monday, April 11, 2016 OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA nearly 170 individuals with disabilities. ECHO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES has approximately 15 work locations, ranging Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, St. Ephrem Monday, April 11, 2016 from Loudoun County Public Schools to Inova Church Parish, founded in June 1966, is cele- Hospitals. brating 50 years of faithful service to the Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Bensalem, Bucks County parish—a Golden ask the House of Representatives to join me In addition to his work at ECHO, Mr. Haney Jubilee. The heart of the parish is the Catholic in recognizing Casilda Luna, who celebrated has extended his skills to the community faith; its mission, meeting the spiritual needs her 90th birthday on Wednesday, April 6, through his work on the Board of Directors for of all parishioners. Dedicated, devout pastors 2016. the Loudoun County Red Cross, as and priests have overseen the mission A native of Sanchez, Dominican Republic, Cubmaster for the Pack 11 Boy Scouts in throughout its history and continue on this Casilda Luna is often referred to as a pioneer Boyce, Virginia, and as a Sunday school path, today. For a half-century, the small par- in the Hispanic community. Casilda Luna teacher at St. John the Baptist Roman Catho- ish has grown to include 3,300 registered fam- moved to Washington, D.C. in 1961, and was lic Church in Front Royal, Virginia. ilies and more than 11,000 members. St. one of the first Hispanic activists in Adams Mr. Haney leaves ECHO after a storied 33 Ephrem’s also provides an excellent education Morgan. Casilda organized weekly social gath- years at the helm with zero debt, positive cash in pre-K through 8th grade to approximately erings that evolved into community discus- flow, and outright ownership of its facility. 450 children, including another 200 in Sunday sions, which addressed social problems in the ECHO will continue serving our community, School. St. Ephrem’s is known to have a community. She then became involved with but without a doubt, will miss Mr. Haney’s strong community outreach program that the Latin American Festival organizing com- leadership and dedication. touches many families in the parish through mittee and the Latino Affairs Office of the Dis- At this moment, Mr. Speaker, I ask that my the Boy and Girl Scouts, Catholic Daughters trict of Columbia. colleagues join me in extending our sincerest of America, Bereavement Support, Family Casilda was the co-founder of the Hispanic thanks to Mr. Haney for all the work he has Counseling and active Teen and Youth sports Festival and the Mayor’s Office of Latino Af- done in our community, and wish him the best programs. For your 50 years of spiritual guid- fairs, where she helped to promote the inclu- in his future endeavors.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 08:56 Apr 12, 2016 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A11AP8.040 E11APPT1 SSpencer on DSK4SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E396 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 11, 2016 THE 48TH ANNIVERSARY OF AS- Martin Luther King, Jr. was born in Atlanta, the United States Supreme Court ruled that SASSINATION OF REV. DR. MAR- Georgia on January 15, 1929. His youth was discrimination, on account of race in the field TIN LUTHER KING, JR. spent in our country’s Deep South, then run of interstate public transportation, was uncon- by Jim Crow laws and the Klu Klux Klan. For stitutional. The dream whisked forward into the HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE young African-Americans, it was an environ- hearts of those aggrieved in Alabama’s Bible OF TEXAS ment even more dangerous than the one they belt and the minds of Selma citizens orga- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES face today. Nonetheless, a young Martin man- nizing and peacefully marching for suffrage on aged to find a dream; one that he pieced to- March 7, 1965—a march that ended with vio- Monday, April 11, 2016 gether from his readings, including the Bible, lence at the hands of law enforcement offi- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, this year, classics, philosophical literature, and just cers, as demonstrators crossed the Edmund the nation observes for the 48th year, the an- about any other book he could get his hands Pettus Bridge. niversary of the assassination of the Rev. Dr. on. Not only did those books allow him to edu- Dr. King used nonviolent tactics to protest Martin Luther King, Jr. Each year on this day, cate himself, they also allowed him to work against Jim Crow laws in the South, orga- Americans remember the life and legacy of a through the destructive and traumatic experi- nizing and leading demonstrations for deseg- man who brought hope and healing to Amer- ences of blatant discrimination, and the dis- regation, labor and voting rights. When the life ica. Fatally shot at the Lorraine Motel in Mem- criminatory abuse inflicted on him, his family, of Dr. Martin Luther King was stolen from us, phis, Tennessee, on Thursday, April 4,1968, and humanity. he was still a very young man, only 39 years at the age of 39, Dr. King was rushed to St. The life of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, old. People remember that Dr. King died in Joseph’s Hospital, where he was pronounced Jr. that we honor today, could have turned out Memphis, but few remember why he was dead at 7:05 p.m. that evening. to be the life of just another African-American there. On that fateful day in 1968 Dr. King He was a prominent leader of the Civil who would have had to learn to be happy with came to Memphis to support a strike by the Rights Movement and Nobel laureate for the limitations of his circumstances—with only city’s sanitation workers. The sanitation work- Peace who was known for his creative use of what he was allowed. He learned however, to ers there had recently formed a chapter of the nonviolence and civil disobedience. Our hearts use his imagination and his dreams to see American Federation of State, County and Mu- continue beating, rejoicing his enduring leg- right through those ‘‘White Only’’ signs—to nicipal Employees to demand better wages acy, and knowing that nothing is impossible see the reality that all men, and women, re- and working conditions for themselves. when we are guided by the better angels of gardless of their place of origin, their gender, The city, however, refused to recognize the our nature. The incident of domestic terrorism or their creed, are created equal. Through his union and when the 1,300 employees walked that took the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.’s studies, Dr. King learned that training his mind off of their jobs, the police broke up the rally life, reminds us of his belief, ‘‘that unarmed and broadening his intellect effectively shield- with mace and police batons. Resultantly, truth and unconditional love will have the final ed him from the demoralizing effects of seg- union leaders summoned Dr. King to Mem- word in reality. This is why right, temporarily regation and discrimination. Dr. King was a phis. Despite the danger he might face, enter- defeated, is stronger than evil triumphant.’’ dreamer. His dreams were a tool, through ing such a volatile situation, it was an invita- Dr. King confronted the risk of death and which he was able to lift his mind beyond the tion he could not refuse—not because he made that recognition part of his philosophy. reality of his segregated society and into a longed for danger, but because the labor He taught that murder could not stop the realm where it was possible that white and movement was deeply intertwined with the struggle for equal rights. His inspiring words black, red, yellow and brown, and all others civil rights movement, for which he gave so filled a great void in our nation, and answered live and work alongside each other and pros- many years of his life. our collective longing to become a country that per. Moments before his murder, Dr. King went truly lived by its noblest principles. Yet, Dr. The Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. how- out onto the balcony of the Lorraine Motel in King knew that it was not enough just to talk ever, was not an idle daydreamer. He shared Memphis and standing near his room, he was the talk; he had to walk the walk for his words his visions through speeches that motivated struck at 6:01 p.m., by a single .30-06 bullet to be credible. others to join the nonviolent effort to lift them- that James Earl Ray fired from a Remington And so we commemorate on this day a man selves from poverty and isolation and create Model 760 Gamemaster, completing the as- of action, who put his life on the line for free- an even better America where equal justice is sassination. The killing sparked outcry and dom and justice every day. We honor the a fact of life. In the Declaration of Independ- riots across the country, in addition to stimu- courage of a man who endured harassment, ence in 1776, Thomas Jefferson wrote, ‘‘We lating political support for passage of the Gun threats and beatings, and even bombings. We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all Control Act of 1968. commemorate the man who went to jail 29 Men are Created Equal.’’ For some, Dr. King’s assassination meant times to achieve freedom for others, and who At that time and for centuries to come, Afri- the end of the strategy of nonviolence. Others knew he would pay the ultimate price for his can-Americans were historically, culturally, so- in the movement reaffirmed the need to carry leadership, but kept on marching, protesting cially and legally excluded from inclusion in on his work—as the nations’ work—continuing and organizing anyway. the institutional execution of that declaration. the tradition of nonviolence. That night in Indi- Dr. King once said that we all have to de- Dr. King’s ‘‘I Have a Dream’’ Speech, deliv- anapolis, shortly after discovering that Dr. King cide whether we, ‘‘will walk in the light of cre- ered nearly 53 years ago, on August 28, 1963, had been murdered, New York Senator Robert ative altruism or the darkness of destructive was a clarion call to each citizen of this great F. Kennedy, campaigning to gain the presi- selfishness. ‘‘Life’s most persistent and nag- nation that still echoes today. His request was dential nomination to represent the Democratic ging question,’’ he said, is ‘‘what are you simply and eloquently conveyed—asking Party, who himself would be murdered in Los doing for others?’’ Strikingly, when Dr. King America to allow its citizens to live out the Angles two months later, addressed an angry, discussed the end of his mortal life during one words written in its Declaration of Independ- heart-broken, shocked, and horrified audience of his last sermons, ‘‘I’ve Been to the Moun- ence and to have a place in this nation’s Bill in a predominantly black neighborhood of the tain Top,’’ on February 4, 1968, in the pulpit of Rights. city. of Ebenezer Baptist Church, even then he lift- Provoking that clarion call, the 1960s were The Chief of Police in Indianapolis advised ed the value of service upward as the hall- a time of great crisis and conflict. The night- Senator Kennedy that he could not provide mark of a full life, remarking: ‘‘I’d like some- mares of Americans were filled with troubling protection and was worried he would be at risk body to mention on that day, Martin Luther images that rose like lava from volcanoes of in talking about the death of the revered lead- King, Jr. tried to give his life serving others. I violence and the terrors that they had to face, er. Robert Kennedy saw something more pow- want you to say on that day, that I did try in both domestically and internationally. The dec- erful though and, channeling Dr. King’s spirit, my life . . . to love and serve humanity.’’ ade bore the Cuban Missile Crisis and the decided to go ahead. Standing on a flatbed We should also remember that the Rev. Dr. Vietnam War; and Americans were left to cra- truck, he spoke acknowledging that many Martin Luther King, Jr. was, above all, a per- dle the assassinations of President John Fitz- would be filled with anger as rumors of riots son who was always willing to speak the truth. gerald Kennedy, Malcolm X, Senator Robert palpated in listeners’ hearts. He said: ‘‘For There is perhaps no better example of Dr. F. Kennedy, and the man we honor here those of you who are black and are tempted King’s moral integrity and consistency than his today. to be filled with hatred and mistrust of the in- criticism of the Vietnam War, waged by the Dr. Martin Luther King’s dream helped us justice of such an act, against all white people, Johnson Administration; an administration that turn the corner on civil rights. Set in motion I would only say that I can also feel in my own was otherwise a friend and champion of civil with Rosa Parks and the Montgomery Bus heart the same kind of feeling. I had a mem- and human rights. Boycott, enduring 381 days, ending only when ber of my family killed . . . killed by a white

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Mr. Speaker, I rise Committee on the Budget To hold hearings to examine budgeting legacy as a dreamer and a man of action today to recognize and congratulate Bruce stands strong. It is a legacy of hope, tempered for outcomes to maximize taxpayer and Ruby Bentley of Macedonia, Iowa on the value. with peace. It is a legacy not quite yet fulfilled. very special occasion of their 50th wedding I hope that Dr. King’s vision of equality under SD–608 anniversary. They were married in 1966. 2 p.m. the law is never lost to us who, in the present, Bruce and Ruby’s lifelong commitment to Committee on Armed Services toil in times of disparities of inequity. For with- each other and their family truly embodies Subcommittee on SeaPower out that vision—without that dream—we can Iowa values. It is because of Iowans like them To hold hearings to examine Marine never continue to improve on our collective that I’m proud to represent our great state. Corps ground modernization in review human condition. Mr. Speaker, I commend this great couple of the Defense Authorization Request For those who have already forgotten, or on their 50th year together and I wish them for fiscal year 2017 and the Future whose vision is already clouded by the fog of many more. I ask that my colleagues in the Years Defense Program. United States House of Representatives join SR–232A complacency, I would like to recite the immor- Special Committee on Aging tal words of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, me in congratulating them on this momentous occasion. Business meeting to consider proceedings Jr.: relating to Mr. J. Michael Pearson’s f ‘‘I have a dream that one day on the red failure to appear. hills of Georgia the sons of former slaves and SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS SH–216 the sons of former shareholders will be able 2:15 p.m. Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, Committee on Foreign Relations to sit down together at the table of brother- agreed to by the Senate of February 4, hood. To hold hearings to examine ending sex- 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- ual abuse in United Nations peace- I have a dream that one day, even the tem for a computerized schedule of all keeping. State of Mississippi, a state sweltering with meetings and hearings of Senate com- SD–419 the heat of injustice, sweltering with the Committee on Indian Affairs heat of oppression will be transformed into mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- an oasis of freedom and justice. tees, and committees of conference. Business meeting to consider the issuance of a subpoena to Environ- I have a dream that my four little children This title requires all such committees to notify the Office of the Senate Daily mental Protection Agency Adminis- will one day live in a nation where they will trator Gina McCarthy, to testify before not be judged by the color of their skin, but Digest—designated by the Rules Com- mittee—of the time, place and purpose the Senate Committee on Indian Af- for the content of their character. fairs, on April 22, 2016, in Phoenix, Ari- I have a dream today. of the meetings, when scheduled and zona; to be immediately followed by a I have a dream that one day down in Ala- any cancellations or changes in the hearing to examine to examine S. 2205, bama with its vicious racists, with its Gov- meetings as they occur. to establish a grant program to assist ernor having his lips dripping with words of As an additional procedure along tribal governments in establishing interposition and nullification—one day with the computerization of this infor- tribal healing to wellness courts, S. right there in Alabama, little black boys and mation, the Office of the Senate Daily 2421, to provide for the conveyance of black girls will be able to join hands with lit- Digest will prepare this information for certain property to the Tanana Tribal tle white boys and white girls as sisters and printing in the Extensions of Remarks Council located in Tanana, Alaska, and brothers. section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD to the Bristol Bay Area Health Cor- I have a dream today. on Monday and Wednesday of each poration located in Dillingham, Alas- ka, S. 2564, to modernize prior legisla- I have a dream that one day every valley week. tion relating to Dine College, S. 2643, shall be exalted, every hill and mountain Meetings scheduled for Tuesday, to improve the implementation of the shall be made low, the rough places will be April 12, 2016 may be found in the Daily settlement agreement reached between made plain and the crooked places will be Digest of today’s RECORD. the Pueblo de Cochiti of New Mexico made straight, and the glory of the Lord and the Corps of Engineers, and S. 2717, shall be revealed, and all flesh shall see it to- MEETINGS SCHEDULED to improve the safety and address the gether.’’ APRIL 13 deferred maintenance needs of Indian Positioning the nation to accept a bold call 9:30 a.m. dams to prevent flooding on Indian res- to action to address the wrongs of slavery, Committee on Environment and Public ervations. ‘‘separate, but equal,’’ boycotts, assassina- Works SD–628 tions, and Black power—he gave a much To hold hearings to examine the role of Joint Congressional Committee on Inau- environmental policies on access to en- gural Ceremonies—2016 longed for voice to the history of uprising that Organizational business meeting to con- drove global civil rights forward. Dr. King’s ergy and economic opportunity. SD–406 sider an original resolution authorizing dream did not stop at racial equality; his ulti- Committee on Homeland Security and expenditures for committee operations mate dream was one of human equality and Governmental Affairs and committee’s rules and procedure dignity. He believed that freedom and justice To hold hearings to examine America’s for the 114th Congress. were the birthrights of every individual in insatiable demand for drugs. S–219 America. His dream became the dream of a SD–342 2:30 p.m. people, documenting their collective chal- 10 a.m. Committee on Appropriations lenges and struggle toward change; a hope to Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Energy and Water Devel- opment achieve a more perfect Union. To hold hearings to examine EB–5 tar- geted employment areas. Business meeting to markup proposed The powerful words of his beloved widow SD–226 legislation making appropriations for Coretta Scott King remind us that, ‘‘Freedom 10:15 a.m. fiscal year 2017 for energy and water is never really won; you earn it and win it in Committee on Appropriations development. every generation.’’ Were he alive today, I be- Subcommittee on Military Construction SD–124 lieve that Dr. King would embolden us to ac- and Veterans Affairs, and Related Committee on Armed Services knowledge that this story and struggle, that Agencies Subcommittee on Strategic Forces Business meeting to markup proposed To hold hearings to examine ballistic started many centuries ago, continues today— legislation making appropriations for missile defense policies and programs with you. His, is an American story, and it is fiscal year 2017 for military construc- in review of the Defense Authorization for us, the living, to continue that fight today tion, Veterans Affairs, and related Request for fiscal year 2017 and the Fu- and forever, following the great spirit that in- agencies. ture Years Defense Program. spired the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. SD–124 SR–222

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SD–366 management of the withdrawn land by SD–366 2:30 p.m. the Secretary of the Interior and the 10 a.m. Committee on Armed Services Secretary of the Air Force to facilitate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and enhanced weapons testing and pilot Capabilities Forestry training, enhance public safety, and To hold closed hearings to examine cy- Business meeting to consider proposed provide for continued public access to bersecurity and United States Cyber legislation authorizing funds for the the withdrawn land, to provide for the Commodity Futures Trading Commis- Command in review of the Defense Au- thorization Request for fiscal year 2017 exchange of certain Federal land and sion. State land. SR–328A and the Future Years Defense Pro- gram. SD–366 Committee on Banking, Housing, and SVC–217 Urban Affairs APRIL 27 Subcommittee on Economic Policy APRIL 20 Subcommittee on Securities, Insurance, 2:15 p.m. and Investment 2 p.m. Committee on Indian Affairs To hold joint hearings to examine cur- Committee on Armed Services To hold an oversight hearing to examine rent trends and changes in the fixed-in- Subcommittee on SeaPower the Government Accountability Office come markets. To hold hearings to examine Navy and report on ‘‘Telecommunications: Addi- SD–538 Marine Corps aviation programs in re- tional Coordination and Performance Committee on Homeland Security and view of the Defense Authorization Re- Measurement Needed for High-Speed quest for fiscal year 2017 and the Fu- Governmental Affairs Internet Access Programs on Tribal ture Years Defense Program. To hold hearings to examine the Federal Lands.’’ SR–232A perspective on the state of our nation’s SD–628 2:30 p.m. biodefense. Committee on Armed Services SD–342 MAY 9 Subcommittee on Personnel Committee on the Judiciary To hold hearings to examine the current 2:30 p.m. Business meeting to consider S. 247, to state of research, diagnosis, and treat- Committee on Armed Services amend section 349 of the Immigration ment for post-traumatic stress disorder Subcommittee on Airland and Nationality Act to deem specified and traumatic brain injury. Closed business meeting to markup those activities in support of terrorism as re- SR–222 provisions which fall under the sub- nunciation of United States nation- committee’s jurisdiction of the pro- ality, S. 2390, to provide adequate pro- APRIL 21 posed National Defense Authorization tections for whistleblowers at the Fed- 2:30 p.m. Act for fiscal year 2017. eral Bureau of Investigation, S. 2613, to Committee on Energy and Natural Re- reauthorize certain programs estab- SR–232A sources lished by the Adam Walsh Child Pro- Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, MAY 10 tection and Safety Act of 2006, S. 2614, and Mining 9:30 a.m. to amend the Violent Crime Control To hold hearings to examine S. 1167, to Committee on Armed Services and Law Enforcement Act of 1994, to modify the boundaries of the Pole reauthorize the Missing Alzheimer’s Creek Wilderness, the Owyhee River Subcommittee on SeaPower Disease Patient Alert Program, and to Wilderness, and the North Fork Closed business meeting to markup those promote initiatives that will reduce Owyhee Wilderness and to authorize provisions which fall under the sub- the risk of injury and death relating to the continued use of motorized vehicles committee’s jurisdiction of the pro- the wandering characteristics of some for livestock monitoring, herding, and posed National Defense Authorization children with autism, and the nomina- grazing in certain wilderness areas in Act for fiscal year 2017. tion of Clare E. Connors, to be United the State of Idaho, S. 1423, to designate SR–232A States District Judge for the District certain Federal lands in California as 11 a.m. of Hawaii. wilderness, S. 1510, to designate and ex- Committee on Armed Services SD–226 pand wilderness areas in Olympic Na- Subcommittee on Personnel 10:30 a.m. tional Forest in the State of Wash- Business meeting to markup those provi- Committee on Appropriations ington, and to designate certain rivers sions which fall under the subcommit- Business meeting to markup proposed in Olympic National Forest and Olym- tee’s jurisdiction of the proposed Na- legislation making appropriations for pic National Park as wild and scenic tional Defense Authorization Act for energy and water development for fis- rivers, S. 1699, to designate certain fiscal year 2017. cal year 2017, proposed legislation mak- land administered by the Bureau of SD–G50 ing appropriations for military con- Land Management and the Forest 2 p.m. struction, Veterans Affairs, and related Service in the State of Oregon as wil- Committee on Armed Services agencies for fiscal year 2017, and 302(b) derness and national recreation areas Subcommittee on Readiness and Manage- subcommittee allocations. and to make additional wild and scenic ment Support SD–106 river designations in the State of Or- 2 p.m. egon, S. 1777, to amend the Wild and Business meeting to markup those provi- Select Committee on Intelligence Scenic Rivers Act to authorize the Sec- sions which fall under the subcommit- To hold closed hearings to examine cer- retary of Agriculture to maintain or tee’s jurisdiction of the proposed Na- tain intelligence matters. replace certain facilities and struc- tional Defense Authorization Act for SH–219 tures for commercial recreation serv- fiscal year 2017. 2:30 p.m. ices at Smith Gulch in Idaho, S. 2018, SD–G50 Committee on Energy and Natural Re- to convey, without consideration, the 3:30 p.m. sources reversionary interests of the United Committee on Armed Services Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, States in and to certain non-Federal Subcommittee on Emerging Threats and and Mining land in Glennallen, Alaska, S. 2223, to Capabilities To hold an oversight hearing to examine transfer administrative jurisdiction Business meeting to markup those provi- the Bureau of Land Management’s pro- over certain Bureau of Land Manage- sions which fall under the subcommit- posed rule, entitled ‘‘Waste Prevention, ment land from the Secretary of the tee’s jurisdiction of the proposed Na- Production Subject to Royalties, and Interior to the Secretary of Veterans tional Defense Authorization Act for Resources Conservation,’’ published in Affairs for inclusion in the Black Hills fiscal year 2017. the Federal Register on February 8, 2016. National Cemetery, S. 2379, to provide SD–G50 SD–366 for the unencumbering of title to non-

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