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Vol. 147 WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2001 No. 52 House of Representatives The House met at 2 p.m. that the Senate has passed a bill and The message also announced that The Reverend Michael J. Cronin, stu- concurrent resolutions of the following pursuant to Public Law 100–696, the dent, the Catholic University of Amer- titles in which the concurrence of the Chair, on behalf of the President pro ica, Washington, D.C., and priest, Dio- House is requested: tempore, appoints the Senator from cese of Winona, Minnesota, offered the S. 700. An act to establish a Federal inter- Ohio (Mr. DEWINE) as a member of the following prayer: agency task force for the purpose of coordi- United States Capitol Preservation Almighty and eternal God, in Your nating actions to prevent the outbreak of bo- Commission. great mercy, You have revealed Your vine spongiform encephalopathy (commonly The message also announced that known as ‘‘mad cow disease’’) and foot-and- glory to all the nations. Let the light mouth disease in the United States. pursuant to Public Law 94–118, the of Your divine wisdom direct the delib- S. Con. Res. 7. Concurrent resolution ex- Chair, on behalf of the President pro erations of Congress and shine forth in pressing the sense of Congress that the tempore, reappoints the Senator from all these proceedings and laws framed United States should establish an inter- Alaska (Mr. MURKOWSKI) to the Japan- for our government. May those who national education policy to further national United States Friendship Commission. serve in this body be enabled by Your security, foreign policy, and economic com- The message also announced that petitiveness, promote mutual understanding pursuant to Public Law 94–118, the powerful protection to discharge their and cooperation among nations, and for duties with honesty and integrity. May other purposes. Chair, on behalf of the President pro they seek to preserve peace, promote S. Con. Res. 23. Concurrent resolution ex- tempore, reappoints the Senator from national happiness, and continue to pressing the sense of Congress with respect West Virginia (Mr. ROCKEFELLER) to bring us the blessings of liberty and to the involvement of the Government of the Japan-United States Friendship equality. May all people in this great Libya in the terrorist bombing of Pan Am Commission. Flight 103, and for other purposes. land be preserved in union and peace f and, after enjoying the blessings of this The message also announced that the Senate has passed with amendments in WELCOME TO REVEREND MICHAEL life, be admitted to those which are which the concurrence of the House is CRONIN eternal. We pray to You, who are Lord requested, a concurrent resolution of and God, forever and ever. Amen. (Mr. GUTKNECHT asked and was the House of the following title: given permission to address the House f H. Con. Res. 83. Concurrent resolution es- for 1 minute and to revise and extend THE JOURNAL tablishing the congressional budget for the his remarks.) United States Government for the fiscal year Mr. GUTKNECHT. Mr. Speaker, we The SPEAKER. The Chair has exam- 2002, revising the congressional budget for ined the Journal of the last day’s pro- the United States Government for fiscal year are delighted to welcome the Reverend ceedings and announces to the House 2001, and setting forth appropriate budgetary Michael Cronin today as our guest his approval thereof. levels for each of the fiscal years 2003 chaplain. Father Cronin was born and Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- through 2011. raised in Rochester, Minnesota, and nal stands approved. The message also announced that the graduated in 1988 from St. John’s Uni- versity in Collegeville. After gradua- f Senate insists upon its amendment to the resolution (H. Con. Res. 83) ‘‘Con- tion, Father Cronin came to Wash- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE current resolution establishing the ington, D.C. to work as a staff assist- The SPEAKER. Will the gentleman congressional budget for the United ant to my predecessor, Congressman from Ohio (Mr. TRAFICANT) come for- States Government for fiscal year 2002, Tim Penny. ward and lead the House in the Pledge revising the congressional budget for In 1990, Father Cronin returned to of Allegiance. the United States Government for fis- Minnesota to begin his studies for the Mr. TRAFICANT led the Pledge of cal year 2001, and setting forth appro- priesthood. Father Cronin was ordained Allegiance as follows: priate budgetary levels for each of fis- in June of 1995 and went on to serve as I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the cal years 2003 through 2011,’’ requests a assistant pastor at his home parish, United States of America, and to the Repub- conference with the House on the dis- the Church of St. Pius X in Rochester. lic for which it stands, one nation under God, agreeing votes of the two Houses there- During this time, he also served as a indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. on, and appoints chaplain and instructor at Lourdes f Mr. DOMENICI, Mr. GRASSLEY, Mr. High School. In 1998, Father Cronin was NICKLES, Mr. GRAMM, Mr. BOND, Mr. assigned to the Cathedral of the Sacred MESSAGE FROM THE SENATE CONRAD, Mr. HOLLINGS, Mr. SARBANES, Heart in Winona, Minnesota, where he A message from the Senate by Mr. and Mrs. MURRAY, to be the conferees also served as chaplain at the Newman Monahan, one of its clerks, announced on the part of the Senate. Center of Winona State University.

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. H1502 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 Last year, Father Cronin began full- COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF next Club Med for those able to pony time studies in the Department of MEMBER OF THE HONORABLE up millions of dollars to the Russian Canon Law at the Catholic University JAMES A. LEACH, MEMBER OF Government. of America here in Washington, D.C. CONGRESS So how is it that the Russians, whose Upon completion, he hopes to return to The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- Station nonperformance cost the U.S. the Diocese of Winona. fore the House the following commu- taxpayers at least 2 years’ delay and Permit me, Mr. Speaker, to thank nication from Rachel Schrepferman, over $5 billion in cost overruns, can Father Cronin for serving as our guest brazenly increase the safety risk of the chaplain today and for his service to staff assistant to the Honorable JAMES A. LEACH, Member of Congress: entire mission? They can because the young people of the First District NASA’s management did not provide of Minnesota. CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES, April 6, 2001. the necessary safeguards earlier in this f Hon. J. DENNIS HASTERT, so-called partnership. NASA’s forced COMMUNICATION FROM THE Speaker, House of Representatives, Washington, acquiescence to Russia regarding Mr. CLERK OF THE HOUSE DC. Tito is just the latest example of the DEAR MR. SPEAKER: This is to formally no- Russians taking NASA’s management The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. tify you, pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules to the cleaners. STEARNS) laid before the House the fol- of the House of Representatives, that I have lowing communication from the Clerk been served with a subpoena for testimony f of the House of Representatives: issued by the District Court for Iowa, John- son County. AMERICA HAS BEEN BETRAYED HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, BY JANET RENO AND FATCATS Washington, DC, April 9, 2001. After consultation with the Office of Gen- AT TOP, AND THERE HAS NOT Hon. J. DENNIS HASTERT, eral Counsel, I have determined that it is The Speaker, U.S. House of Representatives, consistent with the precedents and privileges EVEN BEEN AN INVESTIGATION Washington, DC. of the House to comply with the subpoena. (Mr. TRAFICANT asked and was Sincerely, DEAR MR. SPEAKER: Pursuant to the per- given permission to address the House mission granted to Clause 2(h) of Rule II of RACHEL SCHREPFERMAN, the Rules of the U.S. House of Representa- Staff Assistant. for 1 minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) tives, the Clerk received the following mes- f sage from the Secretary of the Senate on Mr. TRAFICANT. Mr. Speaker, why April 9, 2001 at 9:43 a.m. COMMUNICATION FROM THE HON- does China really need our spy plane? That the Senate PASSED without amend- ORABLE BRAD SHERMAN, MEM- Think about it. John Huang and James ment H. Con. Res. 43. BER OF CONGRESS Riady and the Lippo Group, they al- With best wishes, I am Sincerely, The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- ready bought and sold all the secrets. MARTHA MORRISON, fore the House the following commu- What they did not buy and spy, the Deputy Clerk of the House. nication from the Honorable BRAD former administration gave it to them f SHERMAN, Member of Congress: outright. BRAD SHERMAN, That is right. Let us tell it like it is. APPOINTMENT AS MEMBERS TO 24th District, California, April 18, 2001. I believe America has been betrayed by UNITED STATES-CHINA SECU- Hon. J. DENNIS HASTERT, Janet Reno and fatcats at the top, and RITY REVIEW COMMISSION Speaker, House of Representatives, Washington, there has not even been an investiga- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- DC. tion. Beam me up. If there is one good ant to section 1238(b) of the Floyd D. DEAR MR. SPEAKER: This is to formally no- thing about all this, China is not going Spence National Defense Authorization tify you, pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules of the House of Representatives, that I have to learn anything because most of the Act for fiscal year 2001 (PL 106–398) and been served with a civil subpoena for docu- equipment probably in that spy plane the order of the House of Wednesday, ments issued by the Municipal Court for Los was made in China like everything April 4, 2001, the Speaker on Thursday, Angeles County, California. else. April 5, 2001, appointed the following After consultation with the Office of Gen- I yield back the fact that Congress members on the part of the House to eral Counsel, I have determined that it is should rescind and cancel permanent the United States-China Security Re- consistent with the precedents and privileges trade relations with China until China view Commission: of the House to comply with the subpoena. looks Uncle Sam in the eye and starts Sincerely, Mr. Stephen D. Bryen, Maryland; to get truthful. Ms. June Teufel Dreyer, Florida; and BRAD SHERMAN, Mr. James R. Lilley, Maryland. Member of Congress. f f f FURNITURE MARKET FACTS COMMUNICATION FROM STAFF MILLIONAIRE’S TRIP TO SPACE (Mr. COBLE asked and was given per- MEMBER OF THE HONORABLE STATION IS LATEST EXAMPLE mission to address the House for 1 JAMES A. LEACH, MEMBER OF OF RUSSIANS TAKING NASA’S minute and to revise and extend his re- CONGRESS MANAGEMENT TO CLEANERS marks.) The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- (Mr. SENSENBRENNER asked and Mr. COBLE. Mr. Speaker, High Point, fore the House the following commu- was given permission to address the North Carolina, is known far and wide nication from Jill Rohret, district House for 1 minute and to revise and as the furniture capital of the world. scheduler to the Honorable JAMES A. extend his remarks.) High Point is hosting this week the LEACH, Member of Congress: Mr. SENSENBRENNER. Mr. Speak- largest wholesale home furnishing CONGRESS OF THE UNITED STATES, er, I rise today disappointed by the show in the world, where approxi- April 5, 2001. news that NASA has again acquiesced mately 80,000 industry professionals Hon. DENNIS J. HASTERT, to inappropriate Russian demands to have come from 50 States and 110 coun- Speaker, House of Representatives, Washington, the Space Station program. Russia will tries to buy, sell, and discuss furniture. DC. be sending Dennis Tito, a 60-year-old The market was established in 1921 DEAR MR. SPEAKER: This is to formally no- tify you, pursuant to Rule VIII of the Rules American millionaire, as one of its when 149 American companies orga- of the House of Representatives, that I have contributions to this week’s mission to nized their own show at a location cen- been served with a subpoena for testimony the Space Station. tral to the country’s leading furniture issued by the District Court for Iowa, John- What unique characteristics does Mr. manufacturers, and that is High Point, son County. Tito possess that earned his place on North Carolina. After consultation with the Office of Gen- this mission? Cold hard cash. $20 mil- We extend best wishes to those at eral Counsel, I have determined that it is lion of it from Mr. Tito to the Russians High Point this week for a successful consistent with the precedents and privileges of the House to comply with the subpoena. is all it took for a rocket-powered trip market and extend furthermore a cor- Sincerely, to the Space Station. Unfortunately, dial welcome for all to return to High JILL ROHRET, this partnership based on a core sci- Point in the fall, in October specifi- District Scheduler. entific mission apparently is now the cally, for the fall market. April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1503 AMERICA NEEDS A REAL ENERGY Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to nically in international aid and health ac- POLICY consider joining several dozen of us as tivities supported by the WHO. (7) On January 14, 2001, an earthquake, reg- (Mr. GIBBONS asked and was given cosponsors in our fight to eliminate tu- berculosis. istering between 7.6 and 7.9 on the Richter permission to address the House for 1 scale, struck El Salvador. In response, the minute and to revise and extend his re- f Taiwanese government sent 2 rescue teams, marks.) consisting of 90 individuals specializing in Mr. GIBBONS. Mr. Speaker, I would REMOVAL OF NAME OF MEMBER firefighting, medicine, and civil engineering. like to welcome all my colleagues back AS COSPONSOR OF H.R. 641 The Taiwanese Ministry of Foreign Affairs to Washington, D.C. It is obvious that Mr. OSBORNE. Mr. Speaker, pursu- also donated $200,000 in relief aid to the Sal- spring is here and that summer is just ant to clause 7 of rule XII, I ask unani- vadoran Government. around the corner; and soon no doubt mous consent to have my name re- (8) The World Health Assembly has allowed observers to participate in the activities of air conditioners will be going full force moved as a cosponsor of H.R. 641. the organization, including the Palestine and the energy crisis that has gripped The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Liberation Organization in 1974, the Order of the West will only get worse. STEARNS). Is there objection to the re- Malta, and the Holy See in the early 1950’s. Nevadans are well aware of the en- quest of the gentleman from Nebraska? (9) The United States, in the 1994 Taiwan ergy crisis which has overcome one of There was no objection. Policy Review, declared its intention to sup- our neighbors, California. First there port Taiwan’s participation in appropriate f were rolling blackouts, now massive international organizations. rate hikes, up to 46 percent for some 10 ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER (10) Public Law 106–137 required the Sec- million homes and businesses. PRO TEMPORE retary of State to submit a report to the Congress on efforts by the executive branch As Californians work to solve its en- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- ergy problems, this Congress must ad- to support Taiwan’s participation in inter- ant to clause 8 of rule XX, the Chair national organizations, in particular the dress the energy crisis looming over announces that he will postpone fur- WHO. our entire Nation. For too long the ther proceedings today on each motion (11) In light of all the benefits that Tai- U.S. has operated without a responsible to suspend the rules on which a re- wan’s participation in the WHO can bring to energy policy, and now Americans are corded vote or the yeas and nays are the state of health not only in Taiwan, but beginning to pay the price. We need a also regionally and globally, Taiwan and its ordered, or on which the vote is ob- responsible and reliable energy policy. 23,500,000 people should have appropriate and jected to under clause 6 of rule XX. Let us face it, Mr. Speaker, in the 21st meaningful participation in the WHO. Any record votes on postponed ques- century we expect the lights to go on (b) PLAN.—The Secretary of State shall ini- tions will be taken after debate has and the air conditioning to work with- tiate a United States plan to endorse and ob- concluded on all motions to suspend tain observer status for Taiwan at the an- out fail. We must address the rolling the rules, but not before 6 p.m. today. nual week-long summit of the World Health blackouts, rate hikes, and consumer Assembly in May 2001 in Geneva, Switzer- aggravation; and we must establish a f land, and shall instruct the United States real energy policy that meets the needs CONCERNING PARTICIPATION OF delegation to Geneva to implement that of modern America. TAIWAN IN WORLD HEALTH OR- plan. f GANIZATION (c) REPORT.—Not later than 14 days after the date of the enactment of this Act, the TUBERCULOSIS IS SPREADING Mr. LEACH. Mr. Speaker, I move to Secretary of State shall submit a written re- RAPIDLY THROUGH THE DEVEL- suspend the rules and pass the bill port to the Congress in unclassified form OPING WORLD (H.R. 428) concerning the participation containing the plan required under sub- (Mr. BROWN of Ohio asked and was of Taiwan in the World Health Organi- section (b). given permission to address the House zation, as amended. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- for 1 minute and to revise and extend The Clerk read as follows: ant to the rule, the gentleman from his remarks.) H.R. 428 Iowa (Mr. LEACH) and the gentleman Mr. BROWN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- from Ohio (Mr. BROWN) each will con- the threat of tuberculosis is spreading resentatives of the United States of America in trol 20 minutes. rapidly throughout the developing Congress assembled, The Chair recognizes the gentleman world, and ultimately in this country. SECTION 1. CONCERNING THE PARTICIPATION from Iowa (Mr. LEACH). TB is the greatest infectious killer of OF TAIWAN IN THE WORLD HEALTH Mr. LEACH. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- adults worldwide. More than one-third ORGANIZATION (WHO). self such time as I may consume. of African AIDS victims actually end (a) FINDINGS.—The Congress makes the fol- lowing findings: Mr. Speaker, I rise to support this up, in the end, dying from tuberculosis. legislation which would require the ad- 1,100 people a day are dying from tuber- (1) Good health is a basic right for every citizen of the world and access to the highest ministration to initiate a plan to en- culosis in India. It kills 2 million peo- standards of health information and services dorse and obtain observer status for ple worldwide per year, one person is necessary to help guarantee this right. Taiwan in the World Health Organiza- every 15 seconds. (2) Direct and unobstructed participation tion during the May 2001 World Health We have a very small window of op- in international health cooperation forums Assembly meeting in Geneva. portunity, during which stopping TB and programs is therefore crucial for all Mr. Speaker, I would like to con- would be very cost effective. parts of the world, especially with today’s greater potential for the cross-border spread gratulate the gentleman from Ohio b 1415 of various infectious diseases such as AIDS. (Mr. BROWN) for initiating this resolu- In the developing world, the cost can (3) Taiwan’s population of 23,500,000 people tion. I would like to stress that noth- be as little as $20; $20 can save gen- is larger than that of 3⁄4 of the member states ing in this bill implies a change in this erally a pretty young life. If we wait or already in the World Health Organization country’s one China policy, which has go too slowly, more drug-resistant TB (WHO). been based for over 30 years on three (4) Taiwan’s achievements in the field of communiques and the Taiwan Rela- will emerge. It costs billions to control health are substantial, including one of the with no guarantee of success. Drug-re- highest life expectancy levels in Asia, mater- tions Act; but care should be taken not sistant TB is at least 100 times more nal and infant mortality rates comparable to to arbitrarily exclude the 23 million expensive in developing countries, and those of western countries, the eradication people of Taiwan from appropriate eco- is 100 times more expensive in the of such infectious diseases as cholera, small- nomic and humanitarian venues. United States to cure than nondrug-re- pox, and the plague, and the first to be rid of This legislation recommends a sym- sistant TB. polio and to provide children with free hepa- bolic step underscoring that where sov- Mr. Speaker, I have introduced legis- titis B vaccinations. ereignty is not in question, Taiwan lation to combat TB here and abroad. (5) The United States Centers for Disease ought to be brought into as many Control and its Taiwan counterpart agencies We have an opportunity to save mil- have enjoyed close collaboration on a wide international organizations as possible. lions of lives now and prevent millions range of public health issues. It already is a member of the Asian De- of needless deaths, not just overseas, (6) In recent years Taiwan has expressed a velopment Bank, as well as APEC. In but ultimately in this country. willingness to assist financially and tech- this context, WHO is a constructive H1504 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 and thoughtful avenue for inter- dren and families suffer from the ef- Mr. SNYDER. Mr. Speaker, I support national participation by the govern- fects of inadequate health care, wheth- this resolution, and agree with the in- ment and people of Taiwan. er they live in Washington or Geneva tent of the sponsors in bringing it for- Mr. Speaker, disease and national or Taipei or Beijing. With the high fre- ward today. disasters know no borders. Indeed, ar- quency of international travel and the As a family doctor who has worked in guably the greatest international issue increase in international trade, the medicine in several different nations, in the world today may be disease con- risk of transmitting infectious diseases including Africa and Asia, I know that trol, whether we are discussing the such as malaria and tuberculosis and health problems and disease do not issue of HIV/AIDS, TB or other commu- AIDS within and across national bor- wait for political divisions to be solved nicable diseases. ders is greater than ever. or for political problems to be over- What the WHO issue symbolizes is a Mr. Speaker, 3 years ago Taiwan suf- come. Ten days ago during this recess, people-oriented concern for control of fered an outbreak of enterovirus 71, a I visited Sierra Leone and Guinea. I disease. Taiwan should not be excluded potentially fatal disease that causes se- had worked in Sierra Leone for 6 from such concern, and in fact has vere inflammation of muscles sur- months in 1983 and 1984. For the last 10 stepped forward to provide, in a num- rounding the brain, heart and spinal years, there has been a civil war going ber of instances, assistance and relief cord. Infants and children are particu- on in Sierra Leone which is now going in other parts of the world, such as the larly vulnerable to this highly con- across the border into Guinea. I was recent earthquake circumstance in El tagious virus. Unfortunately, the Tai- helicoptered to the site of the hospital Salvador. wanese doctors treating this virus did I worked at 10 years ago. The hospital Let me say this is a very modest not have access to the medical re- had been burned to the ground several step. It is a symbolic step, and it is a sources because they do not have ob- years ago by the rebels. Some of the step towards achievement of observer server status at WHO. By the time the villagers that were there told me that status in a very appropriate humani- outbreak was under control, 70 Tai- there were a number of people killed by tarian international organization. wanese children had died. the RUF, this rebel force, when they Other groups, such as the PLO and the Mr. Speaker, had Taiwan been per- destroyed the hospital. Knights of Malta, have observer status mitted to draw on WHO expertise, Mr. Speaker, why am I bringing up at the World Health Assembly, and it these children might still be alive. The this issue on this resolution with Tai- would be very appropriate that Taiwan fact that Taiwan remains handicapped wan; because the rebels in Sierra Leone should accede to the same type of sta- in its effort to combat global illness is have been supported by Charles Taylor, tus. a tragedy. The fact that Taiwan re- the leader of Liberia. And Taiwan, un- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of mains handicapped in its efforts to fortunately, contrary to every nation my time. save children is a crime, in some sense, in the world, has been developing clos- Mr. BROWN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I in which we are all implicated. Our er ties over this last decade with yield myself such time as I may con- government’s tacit support for the sta- Charles Taylor in Liberia. The Tai- sume. tus quo, our unwillingness to fight for wanese government has been very clear Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman Taiwan’s participation in the World it is because Charles Taylor has ex- from Iowa (Mr. LEACH) for yielding me Health Organization is not only short- pressed support for Taiwan in their ef- this time and for his leadership and as- sighted, it is unjustifiable. forts to be included in the United Na- Infectious diseases do not respect po- sistance on this issue. tions. On May 20 of last year, Chen Shui- litically driven distinctions or politi- Mr. Speaker, while the United States cally drawn national borders. Infec- bian was sworn in as the President of has been supportive of Taiwan, I hope tious diseases travel. If there is TB in Taiwan. This was a historic event, the that the government of Taiwan will be Taiwan, there will more likely be TB in first major transfer of power from one sensitive to the international commu- the United States. If there is AIDS in political party to a rival political party nity’s efforts to end support for these South Africa, there will be, inevitably in Chinese or Taiwanese history. Ma- rebels in Sierra Leone. From press re- be, AIDS in Western Europe. Global ill- ture democracies like ours take such ports, Taiwanese government officials nesses are just that: Global. No coun- political shifts for granted, but the have been quoted as praising Charles try is immune when one country faces peaceful exchange of power in many re- Taylor for promoting peace and dia- a health crisis. gions of the world is a rare legacy. Tai- This week, the administration de- logue in West Africa. Charles Taylor wan now shares in it. cided to sell four KIDD Class destroy- has not been promoting peace and dia- Taiwan has evolved into a stable, ers to Taiwan, despite threats from logue, he has been promoting violence prosperous nation governed by the rule China. If our commitment to Taiwan is and a brutal civil war; and I encourage of law. Taiwan’s 40-year journey to- strong enough to justify supporting its our friends in Taiwan to be a part of ward democracy is a success story, one military defense, it is certainly strong the international community, just like which we should celebrate, one which enough to justify supporting access to they want to be a part of the WHO and we should acknowledge, and we should global health resources for Taiwan’s end their developing relationship with reward that process. 23.5 million people. Charles Taylor. Mr. Speaker, to that end I introduced Mr. Speaker, Taiwan is a country Mr. BROWN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I H.R. 428 requiring the State Depart- with a strong medical community. yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from ment to initiate a plan to endorse and They have good scientific research, Illinois (Mr. DAVIS) who has fought for obtain observer status for Taiwan in have a good public health community; justice around the world. this year’s World Health Assembly. and with their participation in WHO, Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I Ninety-two colleagues have joined in they will contribute to the WHO as take this opportunity to actually com- cosponsoring this bill. Fostering Tai- WHO information contributes to Tai- mend all of those who are sponsors of wan’s participation in the World wan. this bill. As a matter of fact, the gen- Health Assembly is a modest step, but Mr. Speaker, I appreciate the strong tleman from Ohio (Mr. BROWN) and oth- a meaningful one. Observer status in support that H.R. 428 has received from ers have understood the tremendous the World Health Organization does both sides of the aisle, and I look for- developments that are taking place in not require statehood. As the gen- ward to the bill’s passage today. Taiwan. tleman from Iowa (Mr. LEACH) said, the Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of Mr. Speaker, I recently had the good Knights of Malta, the Palestinian Lib- my time. fortune to be in Taiwan and meet with eral Organization, the Vatican, and Ro- Mr. LEACH. Mr. Speaker, I reserve health officials, and they have devel- tary International all share observer the balance of my time. oped serious movement towards high status at the WHO. Mr. BROWN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I quality health care and health services. Mr. Speaker, passing this bill will be yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from As a matter of fact, there is much that a significant victory for every Tai- Arkansas (Mr. SNYDER), who is a physi- other countries could, in fact, learn wanese citizen, and for every American cian and has practiced medicine around from what they have been able to do; who cares about human rights. Chil- the world. and so I would join with those who urge April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1505 that they be provided opportunity to pation in the World Health Organization. I of State to endorse and to work to obtain ob- enter into the dialogue at the World comment our Distinguished Chairman Mr. server status for Taiwan in the World Health Health Organization in all of its ac- HYDE and our ranking Minority Member, Mr. Organization. tions and interactions so that not only LANTOS and the Subcommittee Chairmen and The 24 million people of Taiwan are building will they benefit, but so that the rest Ranking Minority Members of the International a thriving Democracy. of the world can benefit from what Operations and Human Rights and East Asia It’s the policy of the United States to support they have learned and what they are and the Pacific for crafting and bringing this Taiwan’s participation in International Organi- doing. resolution to the Floor at this time. zations. Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise As Secretary Powell noted in testimony be- To lead the Free World, we must act on our in support of the legislation before us, H.R. fore our Committee, there should be ways for responsibility by standing up for democracy 428, which calls for Taiwan’s participation in Taiwan to enjoy the full benefits of participa- and our democratic allies. the World Health Organization (WHO). To fa- tion in international organizations without Taiwan is an island of freedom, but it is sur- cilitate this important goal, the measure re- being a member. H.R. 428 only calls for the rounded by the constant threat of Communist quires the Secretary of State to undertake ef- Secretary of State to initiate a U.S. plan to en- oppression from Mainland China. forts to endorse and obtain observer status for dorse and obtain observer status at the World Taiwan’s participation in world organizations Taiwan at next month’s summit meeting in Ge- Health Organization (WHO) for Taiwan. deserves recognition. They are one of our neva of the World Health Assembly, and for In recent years Taiwan has expressed a largest trading partners and they are a free the Secretary to submit the plan of action to willingness to assist financially and technically and democratic nation that has recently under- Congress. in international aid and health activities sup- taken a free, peaceful, democratic transition of Mr. Speaker, I congratulate the author of the ported by the WHO, but has not been able to power. legislation, the distinguished gentleman from render such assistance because Taiwan is not If we are going to support international orga- Ohio, Mr. SHERROD BROWN, for his leadership a member of the WHO. nizations, we can’t deny admission to free, on this issue. I further commend the gen- The WHO has allowed observers to partici- democratic societies, with populations and tleman from Illinois, Mr. HYDE, the Chairman pate in the activities of the organization, in- economies that are larger than three quarters of the House International Relations Com- cluding the Palestinian Liberation Organiza- of the other participating nations. That would mittee, and the Committee’s Ranking Demo- tion, the Knights of Malta, and the Vatican. be unfair and it would constitute an abdication crat, the gentleman from California, Mr. LAN- Along with many of my colleagues, I am ex- of American leadership. TOS, for bringing this matter to the floor. I am tremely disappointed that Taiwan is not a full Taiwan is a symbol of freedom and oppor- proud to join my colleagues as a co-sponsor member of the UN and all international organi- tunity for the billion and a half Chinese held of this bipartisan legislation. zations that its democratically led government captive under communist rule. Mr. Speaker, the World Health Organization wishes to join. Although this resolution does Democracy, and the support for human (WHO) is the preeminent international health not absolutely address this concern it is never- rights that goes with it, is spreading through- organization on the planet. In its charter, the theless a first step in addressing the problem out the world—we should reward and encour- WHO sets forth the crucial objective of attain- that confronts Taiwan. age it at every possible opportunity. ing the highest possible level of health for all Accordingly I strongly support H.R. 428. We should stand by our friends. We should people, yet today the 23 million citizens of Tai- Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in stand up for freedom and democracy. We wan are still denied appropriate and meaning- strong support of H.R. 428, a bill concerning should never waver on matters of fundamental ful participation in the international health fo- Taiwan and the World Health Organization principle. And that means we must stand with rums and programs conducted by the WHO. (WHO), and commend Representative BROWN Taiwan. This is simply wrong and inexcusable, Mr. for his work on this issue. H.R. 428 would rec- Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support Speaker, and Congress has spoken out in the ognize that Taiwan and its 21 million people of H.R. 428, which states that Taiwan should past that this should be corrected. deserve an appropriate role in the WHO. have appropriate and meaningful participation Access to the World Health Organization There are three things the bill seeks to pro- in the World Health Organization (WHO). The ensures that the highest standards of health mote. First, H.R. 428 puts the U.S. Congress legislation also requires the State Department information and services are provided, facili- on record, again, as strongly supporting Tai- to initiate a U.S. plan to endorse and obtain tating the eradication of disease and improve- wan’s request to play a more active role in observer status for Taiwan at the annual sum- ment of public health worldwide. The work of international organizations. This support re- mit of the World Health Assembly in May 2001 the WHO is particularly crucial today given the flects the results of the 1994 Taiwan Policy in Geneva. In particular, I would like to com- tremendous volume of international travel, Review conducted by the Clinton Administra- mend Representative SHERROD BROWN for his which has heightened the transmission of tion which declared its intention to support Tai- leadership on this issue. communicable diseases between borders. wan’s participation in international organiza- In the 1994 Taiwan Policy Review Act, the With over 190 participants in the World tions and to make every effort to make sure U.S. declared its intention to support Taiwan’s Health Organization, it is a travesty that Tai- that this important goal is accomplished. participation in international organizations. We wan is not permitted to receive WHO benefits, Second, this legislation will move Taiwan to- should abide by our intentions and support especially when you consider Taiwan’s 23 mil- ward membership in the WHO. Such member- Taiwan’s participation at the WHO. lion citizens outnumber the population of ship could benefit Taiwan tremendously. For The WHO is an organization dedicated to three-fourths of the WHO’s member states. example, in 1998, the WHO was unable to as- preventing the spread of disease and coordi- This lack of access to WHO protections has sist Taiwan with an outbreak of a virus that nating efforts on international health work. In a caused the good people of Taiwan to suffer killed 70 children and infected 1,100 more. time when resources to fight global infectious needlessly, such as in 1998 when a deadly, WHO membership could have prevented diseases are scarce, we should encourage as- yet preventable, virus killed 70 Taiwanese chil- needless deaths and sickness. sistance and coordination from all sources. dren and infected more than 1,100 others. Third, the WHO could benefit enormously The global efforts to save lives should not take Mr. Speaker, there is no good nor valid rea- from Taiwan’s more active participation in the a back seat to China’s global campaign son why Taiwan should be denied observer WHO. Taiwan has made tremendous achieve- against Taiwan. status with the World Health Organization. As ments in the field of health, and the WHO Taiwan should be able to benefit from and a strong democracy and one of the world’s should have full access to Taiwan’s technical contribute to the work of the WHO. As an offi- most robust economies, Taiwan rightfully and financial assistance. cial observer, Taiwan would assist in pre- should participate in the health services and Mr. Speaker, the bill requires the State De- venting the spread of global diseases. Tai- medical protections offered by the WHO. Con- partment to initiate a plan to endorse and ob- wan’s achievements in health are substantial, versely, the WHO stands to benefit signifi- tain observer status for Taiwan at the annual including high life expectancy levels and low cantly from the financial and technological summit of the World Health Assembly, next maternal and infant mortality rates compared contributions that Taiwan has offered many month in Geneva. I believe that this is an ap- to other developed countries. Taiwan could times in the past. propriate step for the United States to take in assist both financially and technically in inter- Mr. Speaker, I strongly urge our colleagues support Taiwan’s participation in international national aid and health activities benefiting to adopt this worthy and important legislation. organizations. people all over the world. Unfortunately, Tai- Mr. GILMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong I urge my colleagues to support the bill. wan has been unable to render such assist- support of the initiative by the gentleman from Mr. DELAY. Mr. Speaker, this bill is a step ance through the WHO because it is not able Ohio, Mr. BROWN, concerning Taiwan’s partici- in the right direction. It requires the Secretary to participate. H1506 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 Taiwan’s WHO entry is clearly being held ‘‘I will not hit another person for any rea- Among the promises in the pledge hostage to the Chinese government. Last son. were to find a peaceful solution to con- year, Beijing successfully blocked Taiwan’s ‘‘I will not threaten another person, even flicts, to not hit another person, to not as a joke. threaten another person, to report all observer status in the World Health Organiza- ‘‘I will report all rumors of violence to the tion. China led nine other nations—including nearest adult and to all adults who will lis- rumors of violence to an adult, to cele- Cuba and Pakistan in striking down Taiwan’s ten to me. brate diversity, and to seek help when motion ‘‘due to international political realities ‘‘I will smile at students I don’t know when feeling lonely or confused. I was proud and China’s objections.’’ It is time for the U.S. I make eye contact. to join the other supporters of ‘‘In- to honor its commitments and support the right ‘‘I will talk to my parents about what crease the Peace Day’’ and be a part of of 21 million Taiwanese people to assist and takes place in school. this incredible event. benefit from WHO participation. ‘‘I will remind myself and others that the Mr. Speaker, I would like to take a Mr. BROWN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I diversity of the United States is one of our main strengths. moment to recognize the outstanding yield back the balance of my time. ‘‘I will be aware that I have choices in life efforts of teacher Bruce Galler at Chal- Mr. LEACH. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- and that I am responsible for my own ac- lenger Middle School, who came up self such time as I may consume. tions. with the original idea for ‘‘Increase the I would just like to conclude by again ‘‘I will be considerate of other people and Peace Day’’ because he believes that congratulating the gentleman from their feelings. something can and should be done. Ohio (Mr. BROWN) for this fine resolu- ‘‘I will not spread rumors. Bruce uses a quote by Edward Everett tion. ‘‘I will not call other people names that Hale on literature to promote the Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance are hurtful to them. ‘‘I will help make the world a better place event, and I believe it illustrates what of my time. one smile at a time. was accomplished on ‘‘Increase the The SPEAKER pro tempore. The ‘‘I will ask for help when I am confused or Peace Day.’’ The quote is as follows: ‘‘I question is on the motion offered by lonely. am only one, but I am one. I cannot do the gentleman from Iowa (Mr. LEACH) ‘‘I will make others aware of these pledges everything, but I can do something. I that the House suspend the rules and in order to spread this message of peace. will not let what I cannot do interfere pass the bill, H.R. 428, as amended. ‘‘I will take the responsibility as a citizen with what I can do.’’ The question was taken. of this great nation to make our country a At the first ‘‘Increase the Peace The SPEAKER pro tempore. In the more peaceful place by doing my own part to Increase the Peace.’’: Now, therefore, be it Day’’ last year, I promised to introduce opinion of the Chair, two-thirds of Resolved, That the House of Representa- a resolution in order to show that as those present have voted in the affirm- tives urges schools across the United States one Member of Congress, I can do ative. to participate in similar ‘‘Increase the Peace something to highlight this important Mr. LEACH. Mr. Speaker, on that I Day’’ events. event, to encourage all Americans to demand the yeas and nays. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. reject anger and hate, and to instead The yeas and nays were ordered. STEARNS). Pursuant to the rule, the promote peace and community. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- gentleman from California (Mr. Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate ant to clause 8 of rule XX and the MCKEON) and the gentlewoman from Bruce and his students for hosting last Chair’s prior announcement, further California (Ms. SOLIS) each will control week’s events. The first event that proceedings on this motion will be 20 minutes. they held last year was at Challenger postponed. The Chair recognizes the gentleman Middle School and included the stu- f from California (Mr. MCKEON). dents from Challenger. This year they GENERAL LEAVE expanded it to include the whole com- GENERAL LEAVE Mr. MCKEON. Mr. Speaker, I ask munity, and students were bused from Mr. LEACH. Mr. Speaker, I ask unan- unanimous consent that all Members many schools around the area. It was imous consent that all Members may may have 5 legislative days within an exciting event. have 5 legislative days within which to which to revise and extend their re- At the end of the event, when the dif- revise and extend their remarks on marks on H. Res. 113. ferent resolutions had been presented, H.R. 428. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there the students all came onto the field The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there objection to the request of the gen- and formed this large peace symbol, objection to the request of the gen- tleman from California? and we had a helicopter from the local tleman from Iowa? There was no objection. Marine base that flew over and took Mr. MCKEON. Mr. Speaker, I yield There was no objection. pictures of the event. It was exciting myself such time as I may consume. f Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ask my and a great thing to be part of. It was wonderful to see what the b 1430 colleagues to support H. Res. 113, which is an important resolution that urges youth did do of a positive nature. We URGING THE HOUSE OF REP- the House of Representatives to sup- hear so often of the negative things RESENTATIVES TO SUPPORT port ‘‘Increase the Peace Day’’ events and we do not hear of the positive EVENTS SUCH AS THE ‘‘IN- throughout the country. events, and there are many great won- CREASE THE PEACE DAY’’ Just last Friday, on April 20, stu- derful, positive events happening around this country. Mr. MCKEON. Mr. Speaker, I move to dents, teachers, parents and commu- suspend the rules and agree to the reso- nity leaders from the Antelope Valley In closing, I urge all of my colleagues lution (H. Res. 113) urging the House of in my congressional district held an to support this resolution and to en- Representatives to support events such ‘‘Increase the Peace Day.’’ This was courage their own local communities as the ‘‘Increase the Peace Day.’’ the second ‘‘Increase the Peace Day’’ to institute a similar program. The Clerk read as follows: and coincides with the anniversary of Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of my time. H. RES. 113 the Columbine High School tragedy. Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, I yield my- Whereas in order to promote non-violence, The program featured the formation of respect and responsibility, the students of a human peace sign, presentations by self such time as I may consume. Challenger Middle School in Lake Los Ange- representatives of the Simon Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank les, California, in conjunction with the Mu- Wiesenthal Center’s Museum of Toler- the gentleman from California (Mr. seum of Tolerance in Los Angeles, hold each ance and the granting of ‘‘Increase the MCKEON). year an ‘‘Increase the Peace Day’’ program Peace’’ awards to youths who have pre- Mr. Speaker, I rise today to talk on April 20; and vented violence at their schools. One of about a subject close to my heart, and Whereas as part of the program, students the highlights of the day was when the that is promoting tolerance and diver- signed the following pledge: ‘‘I will honor the memory of the victims of students signed an ‘‘Increase the sity. I commend the gentleman from school violence by committing myself to Peace’’ pledge, outlining how they California (Mr. MCKEON) for intro- finding a peaceful solution to my own con- could avoid similar acts of violence on ducing House Resolution 113, which flicts with others. their campuses. urges us to recognize events such as April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1507 ‘‘Increase the Peace Day,’’ which pro- Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 b 1700 motes the kind and thoughtful treat- minutes to the gentleman from Illinois AFTER RECESS ment of all people. (Mr. DAVIS). The recess having expired, the House As adults, we have a responsibility to Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I was called to order by the Speaker pro show our children the importance of want to thank the gentlewoman from tempore (Mr. GIBBONS) at 5 p.m. compassion and tolerance. It is up to California for yielding me this time. I us to set an example for all of our also want to commend the gentleman f young people to show them how to con- from California (Mr. MCKEON) for in- APPOINTMENT OF CONFEREES ON sider other people’s feelings and how to troducing this resolution. H. CON. RES. 83, CONCURRENT be respectful of different points of It seems to me that this resolution is RESOLUTION ON THE BUDGET, view. We must take time to listen to an indication that we can, in fact, FISCAL YEAR 2002 our children and teach them to appre- learn behavior. I have always been told ciate those who are different from us. Mr. NUSSLE. Mr. Speaker, I ask that people have a tendency to learn Our children must learn that there is unanimous consent to take from the what they live and live what they strength in diversity. Speaker’s table the concurrent resolu- My home State of California and my learn, and if we begin to focus seriously tion (H. Con. Res. 83) establishing the congressional district are incredibly di- on conflict resolution, on the develop- congressional budget for the United verse, and I am proud to say that, ment of peaceful approaches to finding States Government for fiscal year 2002, where we have many Hispanic Ameri- solutions to problems that people revising the congressional budget for cans, we have Asian Americans, and might have, then I think we can seri- the United States Government for fis- different people from all walks of life. ously reduce violence, and I think we cal year 2001, and setting forth appro- Over 72 different languages are spoken can create for ourselves a saner, better priate budgetary levels for each of fis- and taught within our schools there. I world in which to live. cal years 2003 through 2011, with a Sen- cannot imagine Los Angeles or Cali- So I want to commend the University ate amendment thereto, disagree to the fornia without the incredible mix of of Illinois for its violence prevention Senate amendment, and agree to the people and backgrounds that we have. efforts and programs, the Chicago pub- conference asked by the Senate. The State just would not be the same. lic school system, and also Prevention The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there In addition to embracing our diver- Partnership, a local community orga- objection to the request of the gen- sity, we must also teach our children nization, and a program called Hands tleman from Iowa? how to solve conflicts peacefully. In a Without Guns, where children are There was no objection. country as diverse as ours, there are taught that there are other things that MOTION TO INSTRUCT OFFERED BY MR. SPRATT bound to be differences of opinion. It is they can do with their hands than put Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I offer a important that we teach young people a gun in them. If one always has some- motion to instruct conferees. how to express those differences with- thing else in one’s hands, then, of The Clerk read as follows: out violence. course, there is no room for a gun. Mr. SPRATT moves that the managers on Many schools are already working to So I commend all of those, once the part of the House at the conference on promote the benefits of diversity and the disagreeing votes of the two Houses on again, who would promote this ap- the Senate amendment to the concurrent the importance of peaceful conflict res- proach to curbing violence in our soci- olution. We know this is necessary be- resolution H. Con. Res. 83 be instructed, ety. within the scope of the conference: cause so many children across America Mr. Speaker, I urge strong support (1) to increase the funding for education in dread going to school because of the for the resolution. the House resolution to provide for the max- harsh social pressures that they face imum feasible funding; simply by being themselves. Some stu- Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, I would just (2) to provide that the costs of coverage for dents cannot talk to others for fear of conclude by also providing my support prescription drugs under Medicare not be being chastised by their peers. They and urging other Members to support taken from the surplus of the Federal Hos- feel embarrassed if they do not have this House resolution. pital Insurance Trust Fund; Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance (3) to increase the funding provided for the right clothes on or right colors or Medicare prescription drug coverage to the right shoes. If parents and schools of my time. level set by the Senate amendment; and work together, we can help young peo- Mr. MCKEON. Mr. Speaker, I want to (4) to insist that the on-budget surplus set ple feel good about themselves and thank my colleagues for their com- forth in the resolution for any fiscal year not show compassion for others. ments and for their support on this be less than the surplus of the Federal Hos- A simple smile, a warm greeting, issue. I have no further requests for pital Insurance Trust Fund for that fiscal open communication, these are the time, and I yield back the balance of year. things that help us live together peace- my time. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under fully. We must educate our parents The SPEAKER pro tempore. The rule XXII, the proponent of the motion about the importance of commu- question is on the motion offered by and a member of the other party each nicating one-on-one with their chil- the gentleman from California (Mr. will control 30 minutes. The Chair recognizes the gentleman dren, setting a good example, and pro- MCKEON) that the House suspend the moting tolerance. Programs which help from South Carolina (Mr. SPRATT). rules and agree to the resolution, H. Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I yield parents communicate with their chil- Res. 113. dren will truly be a good step in the myself such time as I may consume to The question was taken; and (two- right direction. explain the motion. In Los Angeles, we have seen the thirds having voted in favor thereof) Mr. Speaker, this motion has four tragedy of violent crimes committed the rules were suspended and the reso- purposes. First of all, it says to the against people simply because of the lution was agreed to. conferees on the budget resolution, go color of their skin. It is my hope that A motion to reconsider was laid on as close as they can to what the Senate conflict resolution and parental in- the table. provided for education. volvement will help prevent this sort of Basically, the House resolution en- tragedy in the future. If we can teach f dorses and puts forth the President’s people when they are still young to em- budget. The President’s budget pro- brace diversity and resolve their dif- RECESS vides an increase in education next ferences peacefully, we will increase year, fiscal year 2002, of 5.8 percent. our Nation’s strength and unity. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- That is an increase, but it pales in Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to ant to clause 12 of rule I, the Chair de- comparison with last year where the also support this resolution and sup- clares the House in recess until ap- increase was 18 percent and the last 5 port events like ‘‘Increase the Peace proximately 5 p.m. years over which the increase in edu- Day.’’ Accordingly (at 2 o’clock and 40 min- cation has averaged 13 percent. Mr. MCKEON. Mr. Speaker, I reserve utes p.m.), the House stood in recess The Senate, given a choice, a choice the balance of my time. until approximately 5 p.m. we did not have here on the House H1508 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 floor, between a higher tax cut and less lion comes from the consolidation of we should do more; but this fits within for education, opted to do more for what is left over with what is in the a balanced budget and a balanced ap- education on four different occasions. surplus, the surplus accumulating and proach towards making sure that our As a consequence, their plus-up for the HI trust fund. Those two numbers kids have the best education possible. education over and above the Presi- add up to $842 billion. Number two says to provide that the cost of coverage for prescription drugs dent’s baseline budget is nearly $300 b 1715 billion. We are simply saying go as far under Medicare not be taken from the as they feasibly can toward the Senate We say that the contingency fund surplus in Medicare. on education. should not include the Medicare trust What we are saying is even though Secondly, with respect to Medicare, funds. In keeping with the resolution we collect taxes to provide for a Medi- and in particular with respect to Medi- that this House passed by an over- care benefit, you cannot use those tax care prescription drugs, the President’s whelming margin, that money should dollars to either modernize Medicare or proposal again was to put $147 billion be confined exclusively to Medicare. provide a prescription drug benefit. I out for the next 10 years to provide for Mr. Speaker, these are the four prin- do not think I understand. a temporary helping-hand benefit and ciples that we raise in our motion to We ask the American people for their eventually to have some kind of ben- the conferees. hard-earned money to pay for a Medi- efit possibly integrated with Medicare. Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of care benefit; and then we say even Over 10 years the amount he provided my time. though there are some obvious reforms, for this purpose was $147 billion, but Mr. NUSSLE. Mr. Speaker, I claim we cannot use the surplus to reform when that proposal came from the the time in opposition and yield myself Medicare or modernize Medicare or House and to the Senate, Members in such time as I may consume. provide a prescription drug benefit, we both bodies said it is totally unreal- Mr. Speaker, first of all, it is good to have to find money elsewhere, which is istic. It will not even get Medicare pre- have the opportunity to discuss some a little bit suspicious because we know scription drugs off the ground. of the budget issues with the gen- our friends on the other side do not The Senate, once again, had a choice. tleman from South Carolina. I would support tax relief, and it is probably a They had an amendment on the Senate have thought over the last couple of juxtaposition of tax relief versus Medi- floor. The Senate plussed-up its alloca- weeks some issues would have resolved care benefits when all of us know that tion for Medicare prescription drugs to themselves, but we find ourselves de- we can provide those benefits from the $300 billion, a minimum amount that is bating some of the same issues that we surplus in Medicare as well as possibly realistic to provide for a decent ben- were debating prior to the Easter re- adding additional funds as necessary. efit. cess. It is good to engage in these dis- It does not all have to come from the We say go to the Senate, be realistic, cussions again. HI Trust Fund. We have made that be faithful to their commitments about Mr. Speaker, I would say that the very clear within our budget. We cer- providing prescription drug coverage gentleman’s motion to instruct con- tainly do believe and we all voted on under Medicare; provide the full ferees to some extent is asking for the that as I believe one of the first resolu- amount that the Senate allocates in its second bite of the apple. What could tions of this year that we were going to budget resolution. not be won on the floor as an alter- lock away that money for Medicare Thirdly, Mr. Speaker, we say with re- native is being requested as a motion and allow it for modernization and for spect to funding that new benefit, this to instruct. I have to reluctantly op- adding the prescription drug benefits. money should not come out of the pose the instruction. Most are non- So number two flies in the face of what Medicare part A trust fund. It is al- controversial. Certainly motions to the House has already done. ready obligated, over-obligated, sched- conferees are nonbinding on the con- On three, it says to increase the uled to run short of funds in the second ferees themselves. It gives an oppor- funding provided for Medicare prescrip- decade of this century. Rather than tunity for Members to make a few tion drug benefit to the amount set by putting another obligation on funds points that they would like to make, the Senate. I am not going to pre- that are already short and over-obli- and I certainly respect that oppor- suppose or prenegotiate this item gated, we think that the funding for tunity; but let us go through the mo- today, but I think that is probably the Medicare prescription drug benefit tion to instruct conferees. something that is at least a reasonable should come from the general fund of First, to increase the funding for edu- request. I think we had that debate on the Treasury and not from the hospital cation in the House resolution to pro- the floor here. While the President’s insurance trust fund of Medicare. vide for maximum feasible funding. I proposal was 153, it probably is going That is what this budget resolution do not think that there is much con- to be scored slightly more than that; provides. Take the money out of the troversy there. If Members of Congress and, therefore, we may have to make general fund to pay for Medicare pre- had the opportunity to hold meetings an adjustment there. So number three scription benefits so that the HI trust such as I did, for example I held a is not that controversial. fund is not made insolvent any sooner. youth summit in Dubuque, Iowa, to Number four says to insist that the Finally, we say as to the HI trust talk about education and met with spe- on-budget surplus set forth in the reso- fund, the hospital insurance trust fund cial educators, people involved in spe- lution for any fiscal year not be less generally, protect it. Go to the lan- cial education, people involved in col- than the surplus of the HI Trust Fund guage that we passed here on the House lege education and higher education, for that fiscal year. I think again this floor, where we said that Medicare early childhood education, reading, goes back to number two. What this is should be treated just the same as the teacher training, administrators, prin- basically saying is that we are presup- Social Security surpluses; that is to cipals, they all tell us anything we can posing that you cannot use the trust say, it will be used only for benefits do to improve education in this coun- fund that we collect the taxes from for provided under those two programs, try is something that we should go Medicare in order to modernize or pro- and in the meantime to buy up out- back to Washington and get working vide a prescription drug benefit for standing debt in which the trust fund on. Certainly one of the areas where we Medicare. surpluses will be invested. can help in education is to increase Mr. Speaker, two and four are really This is not an idle concern. The funding. That is why we made those in- the controversy. One and three, I President’s budget came to us claiming creases, 11 percent; and we will hold to think, are easily supported or at least that it had unprecedented reserve those. We will cheerfully continue to certainly not controversial on both funds or contingency funds. In one support those major increases in fund- sides. place it says it is providing a contin- ing for education. Mr. Speaker, I would oppose the in- gency fund of a $1.2 trillion. Towards Mr. Speaker, certainly people say we struction for those two reasons. We the end, that contingency fund is whit- can do more. I might add in that cho- should be able to, as we have already tled down to $842 billion. When one rus. While we added $1.25 billion in spe- voted almost unanimously in this looks more closely at the $842 billion, cial education in this resolution, I per- House in a bipartisan way, be able to they find that of that amount $526 bil- sonally, as well as professionally, know provide the surplus from Medicare to April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1509 provide a prescription drug benefit as would in fact shorten that trust fund, Mrs. CLAYTON. Mr. Speaker, why well as to modernize Medicare. Those shorten the life span of that trust fund should the Republicans disagree with funds should be available. Since they after all of the work we have gone to to that? We are on record as saying we do are paid for Medicare, they should be extend the life span of that trust fund. not want to raid the Medicare Trust allowed to modernize Medicare and im- Legally and logically it is not correct Fund, and this simply says it cannot be prove Medicare and provide a prescrip- that you can take Medicare Trust Fund raided to pay for the additional moneys tion drug benefit for Medicare. moneys and spend them on anything, needed for prescription drugs. Therefore, I believe it would not be a whether it is prescription drugs or Mr. Speaker, I want to commend the good idea for us to instruct our con- highways or Howitzers or whatever. gentleman from Iowa for putting for- ferees just now appointed to hold that Those moneys are obligated to the ward a very practical and a very con- kind of position as we begin our nego- beneficiaries currently and those in the sistent bill. I must say I wish we had tiations with the Senate. future who will enjoy the benefits of more money for education. I wish we Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of the inpatient hospital trust fund. would go all of the way to where the my time. Mr. Speaker, all we are saying is let Senate is. The second point is to go as Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I yield us use some honest bookkeeping and close as possible to the Senate bill. myself 3 minutes. set those funds aside. If we do not do Mr. Speaker, I commend the gen- Mr. Speaker, just in response, what that, what we are going to end up with tleman from South Carolina (Mr. we are trying to do here is make a deci- in this budget, not just in fiscal year SPRATT) for a very practical motion to sion as to which is better. The Senate 2002, but for many years to come, is a instruct, and I hope all of my col- had a choice. They could do more for budget which is borrow and spend. We leagues vote for the motion to instruct. tax cuts and less for education, or more are going to spend today, and then we Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 for education and less for tax cuts. are going to borrow tomorrow much minutes to the gentleman from New They decided to do substantially more deeper than we would otherwise. Jersey (Mr. HOLT). for education. By the same token, they Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I thank the decided to adequately fund a Medicare minutes to the gentlewoman from gentleman from South Carolina for his prescription drug benefit. North Carolina (Mrs. CLAYTON). work all along, and for bringing up Mr. Speaker, I yield such time as he Mrs. CLAYTON. Mr. Speaker, I these instructions. may consume to the gentleman from thank the gentleman for yielding me Mr. Speaker, the House-passed budg- Texas (Mr. BENTSEN) to talk about dou- this time and also thank the gen- et is really full of irresponsible tax ble counting and overobligation of the tleman for the instruction to the con- cuts and fuzzy math; and it should be Medicare Trust Fund. ferees. adjusted to match closely what has Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. Speaker, I want to understand been reached in compromise in the the gentleman for yielding me this the message. I think I heard the gen- other body. time. tleman from Iowa, the chairman of the As a teacher, I am particularly dis- Mr. Speaker, like my colleagues, and Committee on the Budget, say that one appointed that the budget resolution in particular the chairman of the Com- of these points he had some problem fails to deal adequately with the many mittee on the Budget, I just returned with. I do not know why my colleagues urgent needs for our children in public from my district where I had a number would have any problem with any of education. At a time when more is de- of town meetings with my constitu- the points. manded of our schools through higher ents. We talked about the budget, and First of all, we are trying to make standards, annual assessments, ‘‘in- we talked about the budget not just sure that we have a minimal amount of creased accountability’’ is the phrase being a 1-year budget, but the decisions moneys, and that is the same amount we are using this year, we risk failing we might make this year would have that the Senate put for Medicare. We too many children by not providing implications far beyond the next fiscal are trying to make sure that at least greater resources to turn around low- year, implications far beyond the next that amount of money, which has been performing schools. 10 fiscal years. recognized by both Republicans and Mr. Speaker, the House-passed mark What we are saying with respect to Democrats, on this floor as well as in falls short of providing adequate help the Federal Hospital Insurance Trust the Senate bicamerally, that the 147 for teacher training, recruitment, for Fund, the Medicare Trust Fund, is it is was an insufficient number, and that school construction and modernization, not so simple that we can take that $300 billion is closer. for meeting Federal obligations to as- money today and spend it on some- Mr. Speaker, so first, it is to make sist local schools in providing excellent thing else and not have to make it up sure that we have adequate amounts of education for students with special later. My colleague from Iowa uses the money for prescription drugs. Is that needs. The average age of public do-not-worry, be-happy defense, that what we are trying to achieve? schools in this country is 40 years old. we can add prescription drug benefits Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, if the We have to get the students and their using this money, we can modernize gentlewoman would yield, that is cor- facilities into the 21st century. Medicare and use this money, and it rect. Mr. Speaker, estimates are quite will all work out in the wash. But the Mrs. CLAYTON. Mr. Speaker, I do clear that we will need 2.2 million new fact is that it will not work out in the not know anyone in the House who teachers over the next 10 years to keep wash because the money that you want would disagree with that. The Repub- up with attrition. This is not even to to use, the trust fund money, is already licans say maybe they will do it. get smaller class sizes; this is just to obligated. It is already obligated to pay The second one, there was a resolu- keep up. Hospital Insurance Trust Fund bene- tion at the beginning of the session fits. that said we will not take any moneys b 1730 Mr. Speaker, we all know that the out of the Social Security Trust Fund Too often, I hear stories of teachers demand on that money is not declin- or the Medicare Trust Fund; so we are with history degrees teaching science ing, it is increasing as America ages. It simply saying those dollars should not and math because the schools have is interesting because my colleagues be financed out of the Medicare Trust trouble finding qualified teachers. Hav- some years back, in fact my first year Fund. The Medicare Trust Fund, as the ing spent a year on the National Com- in the House when we went through all gentleman from Texas (Mr. BENTSEN) mission on the Teaching of Mathe- of the debates over the budget and said, has already been pledged. It has matics and Science, the John Glenn whether we were going to cut Medicare been obligated. You cannot obligate it Commission, I have offered a bill to or not, and the Speaker of the House at two and three times. help schools recruit and retain quali- that time said we needed to cut Medi- Mr. Speaker, is that the second fied science and math teachers. care in order to save it because the point? Mr. Speaker, we have to do that. The trust fund was going bankrupt; and yet Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, if the chairman of the Committee on the today the Republican Party has gentlewoman would yield, that is cor- Budget said a few moments ago that brought a budget to the floor that rect. they have provided, at the President’s H1510 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 request, an 11 percent increase in edu- at present running a slight surplus in KENNEDY and Senator JEFFORDS and cation spending. No, it is about half Medicare, but the Medicare Trust Fund with the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. that; it is 5.8 percent. The total in- is accumulating assets which we will BOEHNER), the chairman of the Com- crease in the President’s budget, as in need to draw on later. If we, instead, mittee on Education and the Work- the House-approved budget, would not take those funds and use them for pre- force, and again we talked about the cover even half of the cost of meeting scription drug benefits, as badly as kinds of reforms and the results that our needs in special education, of meet- that is needed, would that not reduce this President genuinely wants. We ing our obligation, our Federal obliga- our ability to meet our basic Medicare said again, Mr. President, if we are tion to assist the local schools with obligations, the prescription benefit going to have testing and we are going special education. aside? to require all of the States to go about Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, if the this, we are going to have to provide join in supporting the motion to in- gentleman will again yield, that is the the resources. We are going to provide struct conferees. very point we are trying to make. The the resources so that, in fact, it can be Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I yield 3 fund as it is is overobligated from bene- done in the right way, not in the wrong minutes to the gentleman from North ficiary expectations, so we are simply way, not in a way that is harmful. Carolina (Mr. PRICE). saying, do not overload another obliga- If we are really going to help these Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. Mr. tion on top of a fund that is already children and we are going to get quali- Speaker, I thank the gentleman for short of meeting its scheduled obliga- fied teachers in front of them on a yielding me this time. I would like to tions. daily basis, we are going to have to im- engage the ranking member of the Mr. MCDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, will prove the quality of these teachers. It Committee on the Budget and perhaps the gentleman yield? is going to take resources. He assured also the gentleman from Washington Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. I yield us that he recognized that and he un- derstood that. (Mr. MCDERMOTT) in a discussion of the to the gentleman from Washington. Now, when I see the budget, I am situation we are facing with respect to Mr. MCDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, hav- ing sat on the Medicare Commission deeply disappointed, because a decision the Medicare Part A Trust Fund. We have had for some years in this for a year and looked at the future of was made here between the times of those meetings and the times of this body, although sometimes the political Medicare, and having realized that be- budget that those resources would be rhetoric would not indicate it, an ginning in 2010, we are going to double the number of people on Medicare as put off into the tax cut. Now we find agreement between the parties that the the baby boomers move into that stage that the amount of the tax cut that Social Security Trust Fund ought to be of their life, we cannot realistically goes to the richest 1 percent of the peo- off limits, that we ought not to be argue against putting money in ad- ple in this country is 13 times the using the Social Security surplus to vance of that big deficit that is com- amount we would spend on education cut taxes or to increase spending or for ing. Even more important, it is taken in this budget, 13 times the amount on any other purpose, other than to re- out of people’s paychecks under the HI, the richest 1 percent, and yet we have duce the debt and ensure the future of the health insurance. If that money is a huge number of children who are not Social Security, to make certain that not used for Medicare, it is breaking getting access to a decent, first-class those benefits will be there when the the trust with the workers who put it education, who are not having the baby boomers retire, when that pro- in. kinds of reforms that the President gram’s cash flow reverses. Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. Mr. wants, that I want, and that many of I would like to ask my colleagues if Speaker, I thank the gentleman. my colleagues in the Congress want, there is any principled reason why we Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I yield 4 will not bring about the results that we should treat the Medicare Trust Fund minutes to the gentleman from Cali- want, that every parent wants for their any differently from the Social Secu- fornia (Mr. GEORGE MILLER). child in the American education sys- rity Trust Fund. If anything, the Medi- (Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California tem. care Trust Fund is facing even more se- asked and was given permission to re- Mr. Speaker, we urgently need these vere problems, even earlier than we vise and extend his remarks.) resources. We urgently need these re- face with Social Security. Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. sources because our schools are edu- Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, will the Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman for cating more children now than at any gentleman yield? yielding me this time. I want to also time in our history. They are edu- Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. I yield thank him for all of his work on our cating more children with English as a to the gentleman from South Carolina. behalf as the ranking member of the second language, children with disabil- Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, the Medi- Committee on the Budget. ities. These are expensive items, and care Trust Fund is currently slated to We all recognize that we have an ur- we owe these children an education, become insolvent in 2028 or 2029. Social gent national need in this country to and we have to make sure that they Security, fortunately, could last until make a greater investment in our edu- have an opportunity to participate in 2038, 2039, for 10 more years. So the cation system so that we can help a it. Medicare Trust Fund is intended, for greater number of our children succeed That is not what this budget does. It the same reason, to sequester these within that system. I had the honor is not an 11 percent increase, as is well funds, to confine them for use for Medi- and the pleasure of meeting with Presi- documented by the minority on the care; and we have reached certainly an dent Bush before he was sworn in to Committee on the Budget and our com- accord on both sides of the aisle, both talk with him and a number of our col- mittee and the Committee on Edu- Houses and the White House as to So- leagues about education reform in this cation and the Workforce. We are talk- cial Security, and I think the same country. We talked about the things ing about a 5 percent increase. We are logic applies to Medicare. It is not an that needed to be done: to make talking about the smallest increase in idle concern. schools more accountable, to make many years, and that is simply not We have a handout, if anyone cares teachers more accountable, to improve adequate to get the results that the to see it, and they will see that under the professional development of teach- President says he wants and to get the House resolution, as early as 2005 ers, to make sure that we could direct them for the children that he has quite by our calculation, that resolution will the resources, as he said, to the poorest properly focused on in his discussion of take us back into the Medicare Trust children in the poorest performing education, the children that are in Fund. The Senate resolution is even schools. But we also said in that meet- most need of these resources so that worse. By our calculation, in 2002 the ing that it was very clear that those they can get the same access to an edu- Senate resolution would lead us into things would not happen unless we had cation that children get in the wealthi- the trust fund to the tune of $11 billion, the resources that were necessary to er schools and in the middle-class that soon, and we will be invading the provide those schools the quality edu- schools. But we cannot do it on this trust fund in Medicare again. cation that we all want. budget. We cannot do it on this budget. Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. Mr. I had an opportunity to meet several This budget suggests that we are Speaker, reclaiming my time, we are other times with him and with Senator going to try to get first-class, world- April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1511 class standards in education attain- Now, the gentleman says that we do for special education. But most of what ment on behalf of America’s children, not really have, if we take this out and we have said about doing that are but we are going to do it on the cheap, we move this over and we minus this promises. This is a chance for us today and that would be a horrible mistake, off the top, it is not really an 11 per- to put that into action and to begin to because that will lock us into another cent increase. One cannot do that. It is move in the direction of more funding 5 years of spending without getting the an 11 percent increase in this budget. for both special education and general results that the taxpayers deserve and One cannot say, if we do not include education. that the children deserve in terms of this, we do not include that; it is all b 1745 their educational opportunity. part of the budget, it is all in here, So I commend the gentleman for the that it is somehow some other percent- We know what works. We know what motion to instruct, to say that we age. we need to do: we need to fix up some should move toward the figures that It is an 11 percent increase. We be- of our crumbling schools. We need to the Senate has talked about and has lieve that is a responsible increase. fix our schools that are overcrowded. suggested in their budget resolution, Are there more ways that we can im- We have a class-reduction program at figures that will, in fact, provide us the prove education in this country? You the Federal level that has paid huge kind of resources that are necessary for bet. Is throwing money at it the only dividends. In my community in Flor- special education, for Title I, for answer? No. That is why we need to ida, in the Tampa Bay area, in Hills- English as a second language, so that move through this budget as quickly as boro County, $8 million has gone into we can hire the 100,000 counselors that possible, give these instructions to the reducing class size in some of our most are necessary, so that we can finish committee, give these resources to the struggling schools. It has given control hiring the 100,000 teachers that have al- committees so that they can begin to of the classroom back to the teacher to lowed us to reduce class sizes. Those reform our education programs in this reach those kids in the back row like are the urgent needs of the American country and begin to make sure that me that needed some special attention education system, but they cannot be no child is left behind. Just simply to to get engaged in learning. met in this budget without going with come in here and say, it is not enough As the teaching shortage begins to the numbers that are suggested in the money without the reforms, it is not grow, we are going to have to pay more motion to instruct. attention to attracting qualified teach- Mr. NUSSLE. Mr. Speaker, I yield enough money without proposals, it is not enough money just because some- ers. myself such time as I may consume to The Senate recognized these things read the motion to instruct to the gen- body says it is not enough money does not mean it is not enough money. when they increased education spend- tleman from California when he is re- ing on a bipartisan basis. There is no ferring to numbers in the motion to in- Mr. Speaker, 11 percent over and above the huge increases we have pro- reason why we should not do the same struct: ‘‘To increase the funding for thing here today. education in the House resolution to vided for education has not necessarily solved the education concerns of Amer- We are about to debate finally the provide for maximum feasible fund- President’s proposal to provide more ing.’’ ica, and just providing a rhetorical re- accountability and more resources to Now, the gentleman from California sponse on the floor as a motion to in- education. Many of us applauded him is a Member of the House who stands struct conferees, saying the maximum behind no one when it comes to his ad- feasible funding, is not a way to do it during the campaign for taking that vocacy of education and education either. position, both on the accountability funding and for our students. He is a We believe this is a responsible budg- and on the spending. friend, he is someone who has always et, it is responsible in the context of Guess what: unless we take the step tried to responsibly put forward re- overall reform of education. It will today of adopting this motion to re- forms and proposals on education. But help us to ensure that no child is left commit conferees, those are hollow to suggest that this motion to instruct behind. words, because this is the spending somehow provides more money than Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of blueprint. This is the way we begin to what the House resolution provided is my time. back up with actions the words of the just simply not the case. Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I yield President, the words of the Congress, Let me review with the gentleman myself such time as I may consume that we all want to do more for edu- from California and others what is in just to respond to the gentleman before cation. So I would urge adoption of the the budget that has been passed that yielding to the gentleman from Flor- motion to instruct conferees with re- we are defending here today. The ida. spect to education as well as the other House-passed budget accommodates Let me make clear that this budget points that have been made today. not only the President’s ‘‘no child left passed by the House provided a 5.8 per- Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. Mr. behind’’ education reform, which links cent increase for fiscal year 2002 in edu- Speaker, will the gentleman yield? dollars to accountability. Simply cation. In over 10 years, the President’s Mr. DAVIS of Florida. I yield to the throwing more money at the programs budget, which was basically endorsed, gentleman from North Carolina. will not make them better. The gen- provides just above the rate of infla- Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. Mr. tleman from California even testified tion. Now, 5.8 percent is an increase, Speaker, I appreciate the gentleman to that fact before me and the Com- but it is less than half the increase of outlining some of the implications for mittee on the Budget. It increases ele- last year and less than half the in- elementary and secondary education mentary and secondary education fund- crease of the last 5 years, and less than on this budget. ing by 10 percent. It triples funding for a third of the increase of last year. Is it not true that President Bush reading programs. It improves by in- Mr. Speaker, I yield 31⁄2 minutes to campaigned on getting the Pell grants, creasing IDEA by $1.25 billion to ensure the gentleman from Florida (Mr. in opening up opportunities for stu- that every child, particularly children DAVIS). dents on higher education, getting with special needs, have access to the Mr. DAVIS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I those Pell grants over $5,000? best possible education. It increases would like to speak in support of the Mr. DAVIS of Florida. Yes, he did. education savings accounts from $500 motion to instruct conferees with re- Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. This to $5,000 and makes them available not spect to the education increase that budget would keep the maximum Pell only for their original intent, but ex- has been proposed. grant well under $4,000. It is simply not pands them to K through 12 education. The Senate has finally started to adequate to do what we need to do to It provides a full tax exemption to stu- take us in the direction we need to go, open the doors to opportunity in higher dents using qualified prepaid tuition an additional $300 billion increase, sup- education. for college, and it provides $60 million ported by Democrats and Republicans, We have been increasing Pell grants to help older children in foster care to begin to put our money where our several hundred dollars a year for sev- transition to adulthood, including pro- mouth is. I applaud the chairman of eral years. This would increase the Pell viding vouchers to cover tuition and the House Committee on the Budget grant, as I understand it; and this has vocational training costs. putting emphasis on increased funding been borne out by CBO, only by $150. H1512 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 That is totally inadequate. It really a motion to recommit conferees that ing about education? It is about re- falls over $1,000 short of what President says, let us provide more money for sources, resources, resources. Bush himself promised. good things. They did not actually If money was the answer to improv- Mr. DAVIS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I write in ‘‘less money for bad things,’’ ing education, then we could go to think the incredibly meager increase but they might as well have. those school districts in the country in the Pell grants cited by the gen- But the fact of the matter is, if we go that were spending the most on edu- tleman from North Carolina (Mr. through what we passed on the floor cation, some of them perhaps here in PRICE) is really a pitiful example of here, what came out of our Committee Washington, DC., some perhaps in New how little we are doing and how much on the Budget, I think we do have a York City, and there we should find the more we can do. very strong budget resolution. That is best schools in the country; and we do I would urge that we adopt this mo- one of the reasons, for anyone listening not, because it is not all about re- tion to recommit conferees today. Let to this debate, that we see so many sources. It is about how we deliver the us begin to put our actions where our numbers being thrown around: $1 bil- education, it is about how we structure words have been. Mr. Speaker, let us lion here, $1 trillion of this, $10 billion the competition, it is about the needs start to live up to what we know are here, 5 percent, 18 percent. Because of the student and whether or not they the Chair’s intentions to do more for when we are not really able to argue are being met at the local level. special education in Congress. Let us about good policy reform and good leg- So much discussion has been held lay the floor for the groundwork that islation, we try to blind people with about resources; but there has been no is going to be done in the House and numbers. discussion about reform tonight, no Congress in the next several years to I make that comment as a former en- discussion about accountability and do more for our schools and to let them gineer who maybe tried once or twice standards and all of the keystones that make their decisions at home, let them to do the same, but I do not think it is are in the President’s reform bill, and reduce class size, fix up the schools, appropriate for the floor of the House. certainly no discussion about the im- hire qualified teachers, and make sure Let me talk a little bit about what is portance of giving those students in we leave no children behind. in the budget resolution that came out the failing schools in this country, so Mr. NUSSLE. Mr. Speaker, I yield of committee. First, overall, we in- many of them in economically de- myself such time as I may consume. crease the size of the government by pressed areas of America, give those Mr. Speaker, I would just again refer about 4 percent, increase discretionary students a chance to get out of those the gentleman to the first paragraph. spending 4 percent. failing schools, give them the economic It is kind of hard for me to disagree I think most Americans looking at power of a grant of school choice, and with the first paragraph. this blueprint would say well, we are It says: ‘‘To increase the funding in let their parents take them to a school going to increase our household budget the House Resolution to provide’’ not that is safe, that is reliable, and that by about the level of inflation. We are so much money for IDEA, not so much can deliver their children with the edu- not going to live beyond our means. money for reading, not so much money cation that they deserve. for Pell grants, as has been argued on There is no reason whatsoever that this Education accountability and edu- the floor here today, but just ‘‘max- Congress or any Congress should force cation choice is something the other imum feasible.’’ Americans to live beyond their means, side does not want to discuss because, We are all for that. My goodness, we should collect more in taxes than we one, it means empowering families to go out and swing a dead cat and we need, or should spend at 6 or 8 or 12 per- make a real decision; and two, because could probably hit everybody who cent increases per year, because every- it means attacking a base, a status quo would be for maximum feasible every- one here knows that is the quickest base that wants no competition in the thing in the budget. That is not what a way to drive us into deficit. public schools, no public school choice budget is all about. A budget is putting A 4 percent increase in government, I whatsoever. numbers in here. certainly understand for a lot of people I think that is outrageous. I think it We put a number in here. I think our in this Chamber that is not enough is outrageous for people, certainly not number is very responsible when government. Increasing spending 4 per- all the opponents of school choice, but looked at in the context of all of the cent is not nearly enough government for many of them in the Senate and numbers that are in the budget. So to for some people here. But I think for some here in the House who send their come in here and say we want to in- most Americans to have the govern- children to the best private schools in struct the conferees, here is a very spe- ment grow by 4 percent or 5 percent the country, to then come and say, cific instruction: get in there and do would be plenty. well, we certainly do not want someone something really good for education. What do we do on the debt? We pay in a public school to have the power of Okay, we will do that. down $2 trillion in debt over the next 10 choice, to take their child out of a fail- Mr. Speaker, I yield such time as he years. Everyone wants to see us retire ing school and give them an education may consume to the gentleman from public debt. We are paying it down at a and a safe setting that they deserve. New Hampshire (Mr. SUNUNU), the vice- record level. We have not heard much But we hear about spending. It is all chairman of the Committee on the discussion about debt repayment in the about spending. Budget. debate tonight, and that is because the That brings us to the other portions Mr. SUNUNU. Mr. Speaker, I am not focus is on more spending. We are not of this motion to instruct, to provide quite sure where to begin. going to be able to pay down $2 trillion the cost of coverage for prescription First and foremost, it is interesting in debt if we just start allowing the drug benefits, not within the hos- to sit in the Chamber today, to sit in budget resolution to spend more and pitalization trust fund; in other words, the Chamber today and hear so much more and more. to pay for Medicare, but do not pay for happiness and joy over something that We heard a discussion about edu- Medicare with Medicare taxes. has been done in the other body. I do cation. We are increasing funding for That does not make sense to me. I do not think I have heard this much ex- education by 11 percent, as the chair- not think it makes sense to most citement about legislation in the other man described, 10 percent for K Americans. I would love to add a pre- body since I have been a Member of through 12, tripling funding for lit- scription drug benefit to Medicare. I Congress, though admittedly, that has eracy. voted for legislation on the floor last been for only two terms. We have committed in the House year to add a prescription drug benefit There has been a lot of discussion budget resolution to a record increase to Medicare. But we have in the in- about education. Education is impor- in special education funds, which is the structions here, if we add a prescrip- tant. The chairman of our committee largest unfunded Federal mandate that tion drug benefit under Medicare, we just talked about the instruction here I know of on the books. do not take it out of the Medicare to provide the maximum feasible But for some on the other side, it is Trust Fund. amount for education. never enough. It is all about resources, Why would anyone want to do that? I I am all for good and I am opposed to resources, resources. How many times think there is one answer that I can evil; and I think it is nice that we have did we hear that word tonight in talk- think of. It is because they do not want April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1513 to cut taxes. It is because they want to those families and those American more in taxes than the Federal Govern- increase the size of government. It is workers more important. That is what ment is spending? because they want to find any excuse I came here to do. Mr. SPRATT. The difference is, the not to have to support tax relief. Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I yield surplus is—— Three years ago, 4 years ago, when I myself 21⁄2 minutes. Mr. SUNUNU. I know what the dif- ference is. What is the normal jus- first came to Congress, they said, we b 1800 cannot cut taxes until we balance the tification for collecting so much more budget. We enacted balanced budget Let me say in response to the gentle- in taxes than we spend in government? legislation in 1997. man’s statement about the bite the Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, it is this: Then they say, well, we cannot sup- government is taking out of our econ- From 1982 to 1992, we increased the na- port cutting taxes because we have not omy. In 1984, 1985, the peak of the tional debt of this country, which we started paying down the debt. And we Reagan years, the government was con- will leave to our children, by more started paying off the Federal debt. suming 23.5 percent of the national pie than $4 trillion. It is time we paid some Then they said, we cannot support known as GDP, gross domestic product. of that off, and the budget we brought any tax cuts until we set aside every Peak of the Reagan years, 23.5 percent to the floor would have done that. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the penny of the Social Security surplus. of GDP being consumed by the govern- gentleman from New York (Mr. We did that. ment. Today, under this budget, the budget MEEKS). Now tonight we are hearing, well, if Mr. MEEKS of New York. Mr. Speak- we set aside the Social Security sur- we have this year, which is the Clinton 1 er, I want to thank the gentleman from plus, let us also set aside the Medicare administration budget, less than 18 ⁄2 percent of our GDP is devoted to gov- South Carolina for his motion to in- Trust Fund surplus. struct because it is clear that the mas- We have actually done that in this ernment spending. That is five full per- centage points, five full percentage sive tax cut package pushed through budget, so now they are trying to find the House earlier this year was fi- ways to force spending even higher, to points less than in the peak of the Reagan years. nanced by cutting much-needed pro- drive us back to a point where, for grams, particularly as it regards to some reason, we are not giving back In addition, let me clarify where we are with respect to education. The education. that tax surplus to Americans. There are devastating cuts in edu- I think that is unfortunate. Some President came here to this House and made his State of the Union. He said cation spending affecting areas where people will look for any opportunity to continued progress relies on at least vote against the tax cut. In the end, the account plussed-up by the most in our budget will be education, 11.4 per- maintaining current levels of funding. that is because there are some for Where the President proposes an in- whom this is not nearly enough gov- cent. Our spirits were lifted. We got the budget and started look- crease in funds to disadvantaged stu- ernment, and only by keeping all of the ing at it, started dissecting it; and we dents and programs, he proposes major revenues that are coming into Wash- saw that he was claiming for his in- cutbacks in educational technology ington in Washington will they have programs and a decrease in funds for crease for next year $2.1 billion that the resources to increase the size and vocational educational programs. the House appropriated last year for scope of government to an untenable This budget does not provide the nec- 2002. When we back that out, because level. essary increases to the Safe and Drug I think that is unfortunate. Taxes he is not providing, it was previously Free Schools and Communities Pro- today are higher than they have been provided, when we back that out, we gram or the 21st Century Community at any point since World War II. Al- saw that the increase was 5.8 percent. Learning Centers, programs which most 21 percent of our economy is con- As I have said, 5.8 percent is an in- have been proven to work and be suc- sumed in taxes. We wake up, we are crease; I will grant one that. But it is cessful. This is a major blow to all paying energy taxes; we go to work, we nothing compared to last year, 18 per- urban and rural communities. These are paying gasoline taxes; we make a cent. It is nothing compared to the last programs are vital to providing a safe phone call, we are paying 3 percent in 5 years, 13 percent. and stimulating academic environment Furthermore, when the Senate had telecommunications taxes that were for students, both while they are in an opportunity, amendment by amend- put in place in 1899 to fund the Span- school and during after-school hours. ment, to add to education, they added ish-American war; of course, we pay in- We need these programs, and we need through four amendments $300 billion. come taxes; we pay Medicare taxes; we them at full funding, which covers real When we say in this motion to instruct pay Social Security taxes. operating costs. conferees provide the maximum fea- There is very little in our life that is Despite campaign promises to in- sible funding for education, we also say not taxed today, and when we are col- crease the average Pell grant to $5,100, within the scope of conference, the text lecting more in taxes than in our his- this budget proposes approximately of the resolution. What does that tory, and after we have paid for all of $3,800, a $100 increase per student. The mean? Get as close to that $300 billion the essential operations of government, President then freezes all other critical increase as you possibly can. We will student aid programs, making it al- expanded discretionary spending 4 per- not dictate it in numerical terms. But most impossible for working families cent, invested in education and na- within the scope of conference, that and students to finance the higher edu- tional defense, added $2.8 billion to the means you can go up to $300 billion cation, to keep us moving on and keep National Institutes of Health, if we plus-up in education, provide the max- us ahead of the curve. have money left over, we ought to give imum feasible funding for education. The elimination of the budget line it back to the American taxpayer by Mr. SUNUNU. Mr. Speaker, will the for school renovation is ill-advised and letting them keep more of what they gentleman yield for a question; and it absolutely devastating to restoring and earn every week. will be a short one. modernizing our schools and bringing We do not say it nearly enough, but Mr. SPRATT. Yes, I yield to the gen- them up to the 21st century standards. the reason we have record tax collec- tleman from New Hampshire. This must be reversed. tions is because Americans are working Mr. SUNUNU. Mr. Speaker, the gen- Mr. Speaker, my constituents need more productively and harder and more tleman from South Carolina indicated each and every dollar of this Nation’s efficiently, earning more. We ought to that the Federal spending is 18.3 per- education budget to provide a safe and send a little bit of that back. cent of GNP today. competent educational experience. The I urge my colleagues to vote against Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, that is President’s budget stops short of pro- this motion to instruct. It is all about correct. viding real educational relief. the size of government. It is all about Mr. SUNUNU. Mr. Speaker, we are Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 trying to keep it here in Washington. collecting almost 21 percent in taxes. minutes to the gentleman from Wash- But I say when we take money out of Mr. SPRATT. That is correct, Mr. ington (Mr. MCDERMOTT). Washington and give it back to fami- Speaker. (Mr. MCDERMOTT asked and was lies, we are making Washington a little Mr. SUNUNU. Mr. Speaker, what is given permission to revise and extend less important and we are making the justification for collecting so much his remarks.) H1514 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 Mr. MCDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, the sider new funding. Part of that reform lieve it is a mistake for us to bind our gentleman from New Hampshire (Mr. requires us to consider that we are not conferees or instruct our conferees by SUNUNU) says he does not know why we paying the bills that have been prom- suggesting to them that now, all of a could possibly have ever seen anything ised under the Individuals with Disabil- sudden, we are going to reverse that 407 good about the other body. The fact is ities Education Act. Part of that is to to 2 vote and say that one cannot use that even a stopped clock is right twice recognize that, as people continue a Medicare now for anything, one cannot a day. The question is: Do you know lifetime of learning, that we have to use it for prescription drugs, one can- when it is? In this instance, their budg- find new ways to pay for higher edu- not use it for modernization. I believe et makes more sense. cation; that we recognize that reading that would be a mistake. I went back to my district for 2 programs in this country need addi- Therefore, I urge Members not to weeks, and I had four community tional assistance. adopt the motion to instruct offered by meetings with an average of 150 people But in part, that is the reason why the distinguished gentleman from in each meeting; 600 people. Seventy- our budget lays out for education those South Carolina (Mr. SPRATT). five percent of them, after you go many different priorities we believe so Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance through the budget and explain what succinctly and with so much of a pri- of my time. the tax cut does to all of it, said we do ority. Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I yield not want the tax cut. We would rather I think it is wrong to assume that be- myself the balance of the time. have you pay down the debt. We would cause we have over the course of our Mr. Speaker, basically this is what rather you protect Social Security and appropriations passed some advanced this motion to instruct does: The Sen- protect Medicare. They understand. appropriations that all of a sudden now ate has added $300 billion to education. Now, my colleagues say, well, you that that should not be included as a We say go as far as you can, conferees, are from Seattle. You are from that priority for this year’s budget or be- as far as feasible in the direction of the liberal district out on the Left Coast. yond. We have increased budgets for Senate’s plus-up for education. The district of the gentleman from education in the past. We will do so in Secondly, the Senate has provided Texas (Mr. TURNER) right on the border the future. This year’s is 11 percent. We $147 billion to the $153 billion provided between Texas and Louisiana was re- are proud of that. If there are ways in the House for a Medicare prescrip- ported in the New York Times as hav- that we can help improve that in the tion drug benefit. That is the minimum ing exactly the same result. future with reform, we will consider amount that will actually provide the The people understand that edu- that. benefit. We say adopt the Senate provi- cation is the future of this country, As far as reform and modernization sion. that also the future is the security that of Medicare, we believe based on the 407 Thirdly, we say as to Medicare, do comes with Medicare and Social Secu- to 2 vote earlier this year that the not double count. Do not take these rity. House of Representatives is clearly on overobligated underfunded trust funds Now, for us to say that we cannot record that not one penny of Social Se- and use them for new obligation. Take support the Senate, they in fact are curity or Medicare ought to be used for the money out of the general fund to much more in tune with the people anything else except Social Security or provide for the Medicare prescription than are the House of Representatives Medicare. Finally we have done that. drug benefit. who rammed this budget through with I do not want to recall history, but If one is for education, if one is for very little discussion about what it ac- the gentleman from South Carolina Medicare prescription drugs, if one is tually does in the long-term. (Mr. SPRATT), my good friend, knows for making Medicare sound and solvent This resolution supports what the that this is a very brief history in- far into the future, one should vote for people support. They are not asking for volved in any side coming forth with a the motion to instruct conferees be- tax relief. They are not begging. When budget that does not touch the trust cause that is what it does. one explains in the meetings who gets funds and the surpluses for Medicare The SPEAKER pro tempore. Without the tax cut and where it goes and what and Social Security. Finally, in a bi- objection, the previous question is or- it means when we do not pay down the partisan way, this year, we were able dered on the motion to instruct. debt and we have to pay an extra $500 to say do not touch it, only use it for There was no objection. billion in interest, they say: Why do its intended purpose. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The not you just keep the money, pay the But this is its intended purpose. If question is on the motion to instruct debt down and save the interest. You one cannot use Medicare Trust Fund offered by the gentleman from South can use that on education. dollars for Medicare, for modernization Carolina (Mr. SPRATT). People, they do not need to be rocket of Medicare, for improving Medicare The question was taken; and the scientists. If one can add and subtract, and providing Medicare recipients Speaker pro tempore announced that one can see what the Senate did. If my more Medicare, what is one going to the noes appeared to have it. colleagues allowed us to have the kind use the money for? I mean, I do not Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I object of amendments over here that they had quite understand that. to the vote on the ground that a in the other body, we would have a This desire to run to the floor and to quorum is not present and make the much different resolution on the floor, say every penny you use from the point of order that a quorum is not because they would have found there is Medicare Trust Fund automatically present. much more support in this body for takes a penny away from its solvency The SPEAKER pro tempore. Evi- education. But they would not allow it. in the future is just not factually cor- dently a quorum is not present. So that is why they have to have this rect. Modernization is intended for and The Sergeant at Arms will notify ab- resolution passed. we will pass modernization that needs sent Members. Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, how to extend the life of Medicare. Pursuant to clause 9 of rule XX, the much time do I have remaining? I just say the following: If one cannot Chair will reduce to 5 minutes the time The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. GIB- use Medicare Trust Fund dollars for for an electronic vote on the motion to BONS). The gentleman from South Medicare, if one cannot use Medicare suspend the rules and pass the bill, Carolina (Mr. SPRATT) has 1 minute re- surpluses for Medicare, what can one H.R. 428, on which the yeas and nays maining and the right to close. The use it for? We believe we have finally were ordered. gentleman from Iowa (Mr. NUSSLE) has arrived at a bipartisan principle on The vote was taken by electronic de- 1 9 ⁄2 minutes. that issue. We believe that is embodied vice, and there were—yeas 200, nays Mr. NUSSLE. Mr. Speaker, I yield in this budget that has already passed 207, not voting 24, as follows: myself 3 minutes to close our portion the House. [Roll No. 85] of the debate. I believe it would be a grave mistake Let me just reiterate that certainly to change that tact now and to instruct YEAS—200 we have tried and we will continue to our conferees, albeit it is not binding, I Ackerman Baca Baldwin Allen Baird Barcia try and reform our education system. realize that, and maybe we should not Andrews Baldacci Barrett Part of that reform requires us to con- make a controversy out of it, but I be- April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1515 Becerra Holt Obey Hyde Nussle Shadegg [Roll No. 86] Bentsen Honda Olver Isakson Osborne Shaw YEAS—407 Berkley Hooley Ortiz Issa Ose Shays Berman Hoyer Owens Jenkins Otter Sherwood Ackerman Dooley Kaptur Berry Inslee Pallone Johnson (CT) Oxley Shimkus Aderholt Doolittle Keller Bishop Israel Pascrell Johnson (IL) Paul Simmons Akin Doyle Kelly Blagojevich Jackson (IL) Pastor Johnson, Sam Pence Simpson Allen Dreier Kennedy (MN) Blumenauer Jackson-Lee Pelosi Jones (NC) Peterson (PA) Skeen Andrews Duncan Kennedy (RI) Bonior (TX) Peterson (MN) Keller Petri Smith (MI) Armey Dunn Kerns Borski Jefferson Phelps Kelly Pickering Smith (NJ) Baca Edwards Kildee Boswell John Pomeroy Kennedy (MN) Pitts Souder Bachus Ehlers Kilpatrick Boucher Johnson, E. B. Price (NC) Kerns Platts Spence Baird Ehrlich Kind (WI) Boyd Jones (OH) Rahall King (NY) Pombo Stearns Baker Emerson King (NY) Brady (PA) Kanjorski Rangel Kingston Portman Stump Baldacci Engel Kingston Brown (OH) Kaptur Reyes Kirk Pryce (OH) Sununu Baldwin English Kirk Capuano Kennedy (RI) Rivers Knollenberg Putnam Sweeney Ballenger Eshoo Kleczka Cardin Kildee Rodriguez Kolbe Quinn Tancredo Barcia Etheridge Knollenberg Carson (IN) Kilpatrick Roemer LaHood Radanovich Tauzin Barr Evans Kolbe Carson (OK) Kind (WI) Ross Largent Ramstad Terry Barrett Everett Kucinich Clay Kleczka Rothman Latham Regula Thomas Bartlett Farr LaFalce Clayton Kucinich Rush LaTourette Rehberg Thornberry Barton Fattah LaHood Clement LaFalce Sabo Leach Reynolds Thune Bass Ferguson Lampson Clyburn Lampson Sanchez Lewis (CA) Riley Tiahrt Becerra Flake Langevin Conyers Langevin Sanders Lewis (KY) Rogers (KY) Tiberi Bentsen Fletcher Lantos Costello Lantos Sandlin LoBiondo Rogers (MI) Toomey Bereuter Foley Largent Coyne Larsen (WA) Sawyer Lucas (OK) Rohrabacher Walden Berkley Ford Larsen (WA) Cramer Larson (CT) Schakowsky Manzullo Ros-Lehtinen Walsh Berry Fossella Larson (CT) Crowley Lee Scott McCrery Roukema Wamp Biggert Frank Latham Cummings Levin Serrano McInnis Royce Watkins Bilirakis Frelinghuysen LaTourette Davis (FL) Lewis (GA) Sherman McKeon Ryan (WI) Watts (OK) Bishop Frost Leach Davis (IL) Lipinski Shows Miller (FL) Ryun (KS) Weldon (FL) Blagojevich Gallegly Lee DeFazio Lofgren Skelton Miller, Gary Saxton Weldon (PA) Blumenauer Ganske Levin DeGette Lowey Slaughter Moran (KS) Scarborough Wicker Blunt Gekas Lewis (CA) Delahunt Lucas (KY) Smith (WA) Nethercutt Schaffer Wilson Boehlert Gephardt Lewis (GA) DeLauro Luther Snyder Ney Schrock Wolf Boehner Gibbons Lewis (KY) Deutsch Maloney (CT) Solis Northup Sensenbrenner Young (AK) Bonilla Gilchrest Lipinski Dicks Maloney (NY) Spratt Norwood Sessions Young (FL) Bonior Gillmor LoBiondo Stenholm Bono Gilman Lofgren Dingell Markey NOT VOTING—24 Doggett Mascara Strickland Borski Gonzalez Lowey Dooley Matheson Stupak Abercrombie Istook Roybal-Allard Boswell Goode Lucas (KY) Doyle Matsui Tanner Brown (FL) Linder Schiff Boucher Goodlatte Lucas (OK) Edwards McCarthy (MO) Tauscher Cantor McHugh Smith (TX) Boyd Gordon Luther Engel McCarthy (NY) Taylor (MS) Capps McKinney Stark Brady (PA) Goss Maloney (CT) Eshoo McCollum Thompson (CA) Davis (CA) Mica Taylor (NC) Brady (TX) Graham Maloney (NY) Etheridge McDermott Thompson (MS) Filner Moakley Vitter Brown (OH) Granger Manzullo Evans McGovern Thurman Holden Myrick Weller Brown (SC) Graves Markey Farr McIntyre Tierney Hunter Payne Whitfield Bryant Green (TX) Mascara Fattah McNulty Towns Burr Green (WI) Matheson Ford Meehan Traficant b 1835 Burton Greenwood Matsui Frank Meek (FL) Turner Mrs. CUBIN, Mrs. JOHNSON of Con- Buyer Grucci McCarthy (MO) Frost Meeks (NY) Udall (CO) Callahan Gutierrez McCarthy (NY) Ganske Menendez Udall (NM) necticut, Messrs. OXLEY, GOSS, Calvert Gutknecht McCollum Gephardt Millender- Upton WATTS of Oklahoma, SKEEN, HOB- Camp Hall (OH) McCrery Gonzalez McDonald Velazquez SON, WALDEN of Oregon, and NEY Cannon Hall (TX) McDermott Gordon Miller, George Visclosky changed their vote from ‘‘yea’’ to Capito Hansen McGovern Green (TX) Mink Waters Capuano Harman McInnis Gutierrez Mollohan Watt (NC) ‘‘nay.’’ Cardin Hart McIntyre Hall (OH) Moore Waxman So the motion was rejected. Carson (IN) Hastings (FL) McKeon Harman Moran (VA) Weiner The result of the vote was announced Carson (OK) Hastings (WA) McNulty Hastings (FL) Morella Wexler as above recorded. Castle Hayes Meehan Hill Murtha Woolsey A motion to reconsider was laid on Chabot Hayworth Meek (FL) Hilliard Nadler Wu Chambliss Hefley Meeks (NY) Hinchey Napolitano Wynn the table. Clay Herger Menendez Hinojosa Neal Stated for: Clayton Hill Millender- Hoeffel Oberstar Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. 85, Clement Hilleary McDonald I was unavoidably detained due to flight can- Clyburn Hilliard Miller (FL) NAYS—207 Coble Hinchey Miller, Gary cellations. Had I been present, I would have Collins Hinojosa Miller, George Aderholt Coble Gallegly voted ‘‘yea’’. Combest Hobson Mink Akin Collins Gekas The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. GIB- Condit Hoeffel Mollohan Armey Combest Gibbons BONS Conyers Hoekstra Moore Bachus Condit Gilchrest ). Without objection, the Chair ap- points the following conferees: Cooksey Holt Moran (KS) Baker Cooksey Gillmor Costello Honda Moran (VA) Ballenger Cox Gilman Messrs. NUSSLE, SUNUNU, and Cox Hooley Morella Barr Crane Goode SPRATT. Coyne Horn Murtha Bartlett Crenshaw Goodlatte There was no objection. Cramer Hostettler Nadler Barton Cubin Goss Crane Houghton Napolitano Bass Culberson Graham f Crenshaw Hoyer Neal Bereuter Cunningham Granger CONCERNING PARTICIPATION OF Crowley Hulshof Nethercutt Biggert Davis, Jo Ann Graves Cubin Hutchinson Ney Bilirakis Davis, Tom Green (WI) TAIWAN IN WORLD HEALTH OR- Culberson Hyde Northup Blunt Deal Greenwood GANIZATION Cummings Inslee Norwood Boehlert DeLay Grucci Cunningham Isakson Nussle Boehner DeMint Gutknecht The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Davis (FL) Israel Oberstar Bonilla Diaz-Balart Hall (TX) pending business is the question of sus- Davis (IL) Issa Obey Bono Doolittle Hansen pending the rules and passing the bill, Davis, Jo Ann Istook Olver Brady (TX) Dreier Hart Davis, Tom Jackson (IL) Ortiz Brown (SC) Duncan Hastings (WA) H.R. 428, as amended. The Clerk read the title of the bill. Deal Jackson-Lee Osborne Bryant Dunn Hayes DeFazio (TX) Ose Burr Ehlers Hayworth The SPEAKER pro tempore. The DeGette Jefferson Otter Burton Ehrlich Hefley question is on the motion offered by Delahunt Jenkins Owens Buyer Emerson Herger the gentleman from Iowa (Mr. LEACH) DeLauro John Oxley Callahan English Hilleary that the House suspend the rules and DeLay Johnson (CT) Pallone Calvert Everett Hobson DeMint Johnson (IL) Pascrell Camp Ferguson Hoekstra pass the bill, H.R. 428, as amended, on Deutsch Johnson, E. B. Pastor Cannon Flake Horn which the yeas and nays are ordered. Diaz-Balart Johnson, Sam Paul Capito Fletcher Hostettler The vote was taken by electronic de- Dicks Jones (NC) Pelosi Castle Foley Houghton vice, and there were—yeas 407, nays 0, Dingell Jones (OH) Pence Chabot Fossella Hulshof Doggett Kanjorski Peterson (MN) Chambliss Frelinghuysen Hutchinson not voting 24, as follows: H1516 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 Peterson (PA) Saxton Terry b 1845 The Gainesville-Hall County chapter Petri Scarborough Thomas of the Junior League was founded by Phelps Schaffer Thompson (CA) REPORT ON RESOLUTION PRO- Ms. Idalu Haugabook Slack and char- Pickering Schakowsky Thompson (MS) VIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF Pitts Schrock Thornberry tered on May 21, 1951. The group began H.J. RES. 41, TAX LIMITATION Platts Scott Thune making a strong impact then, and I am Pombo Sensenbrenner Thurman CONSTITUTIONAL AMENDMENT Pomeroy Serrano Tiahrt proud to report that their work has not Portman Sessions Tiberi Mr. DREIER, from the Committee on only continued but has intensified Price (NC) Shadegg Tierney Rules, submitted a privileged report since that time. In 1951, the 21 charter Pryce (OH) Shaw Toomey (Rept. No. 107–49) on the resolution (H. Putnam Shays Towns members donated some 515 hours of Quinn Sherman Traficant Res. 118) providing for consideration of community service. This year’s mem- Radanovich Sherwood Turner the joint resolution (H. J. Res. 41) pro- bership donated over 8,000 hours, all Rahall Shimkus Udall (CO) posing an amendment to the Constitu- while raising some $80,000 in a single Ramstad Shows Udall (NM) tion of the United States with respect Rangel Simmons Upton year. Regula Simpson Velazquez to tax limitations, which was referred Early projects from the Gainesville- Rehberg Skeen Visclosky to the House Calendar and ordered to Hall County Junior League included Reyes Skelton Walden be printed. services to the Boy Scouts and Girl Reynolds Slaughter Walsh Riley Smith (MI) Wamp f Scouts, a story hour for children at the Rivers Smith (NJ) Waters Hall County Library, and school Rodriguez Smith (WA) Watkins REPORT ON RESOLUTION PRO- lunches for less fortunate children. In Roemer Snyder Watt (NC) VIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF Rogers (KY) Solis Watts (OK) 1952, this strong group of women began Rogers (MI) Souder Waxman H.R. 503, UNBORN VICTIMS OF VI- two permanent projects as well, the Rohrabacher Spence Weiner OLENCE ACT OF 2001 Green Hunter Homes Nursery, and the Ros-Lehtinen Spratt Weldon (FL) Charity Ball. Their list of accomplish- Ross Stearns Weldon (PA) Mr. DREIER, from the Committee on Rothman Stenholm Wexler Rules, submitted a privileged report ments continued through the years, Roukema Strickland Wicker (Rept. No. 107–50) on the resolution (H. and in 1954 the first ‘‘Fall Thrift Sale’’ Royce Stump Wilson Res. 119) providing for consideration of began. Rush Stupak Wolf Ryan (WI) Sununu Woolsey the bill (H.R. 503) to amend title 18, The Junior League of Gainesville- Ryun (KS) Sweeney Wu United States Code, and the Uniform Hall County has a special tradition of Sabo Tancredo Wynn Code of Military Justice to protect un- helping children with speech problems. Sanchez Tanner Young (AK) After spending 4 years transporting Sanders Tauscher Young (FL) born children from assault and murder, Sandlin Tauzin and for other purposes, which was re- children to the Atlanta Speech School, Sawyer Taylor (MS) ferred to the House Calendar and or- the members retained a speech NOT VOTING—24 dered to be printed. correctionist to allow the children of Gainesville and Hall counties to get Abercrombie Hunter Roybal-Allard f Berman Linder Schiff help closer to home. In the early 1970s, Brown (FL) McHugh Smith (TX) REMOVAL OF NAME OF MEMBER the Northeast Georgia Speech and Cantor McKinney Stark AS COSPONSOR OF H.R. 1310 Hearing Center was opened, and I had Capps Mica Taylor (NC) Davis (CA) Moakley Vitter Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Mr. the honor of serving on that first board Filner Myrick Weller Speaker, I ask unanimous consent that of directors. The Junior League also Holden Payne Whitfield my name be removed as a cosponsor of donated money for newborn intensive H.R. 1310. care equipment. 1845 b The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. GIB- In recent years, the Junior League of So (two-thirds having voted in favor BONS). Is there objection to the request Gainesville-Hall County underwrote a thereof) the rules were suspended and of the gentlewoman from New York. $30,000 grant to help open a new child the bill, as amended, was passed. There was no objection. advocacy center and has participated in the massive restoration of the The result of the vote was announced f as above recorded. Gainesville Civic Center. Joining with A motion to reconsider was laid on SPECIAL ORDERS the Association of Junior Leagues International, health concerns emerged the table. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under as major initiatives and projects were Stated for: the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- begun, including the creation of a mo- Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. 86, uary 3, 2001, and under a previous order bile health van and the hosting of a I was unavoidably detained, due to flight can- of the House, the following Members Child Welfare Forum. History shows cellations. Had I been present, I would have will be recognized for 5 minutes each. voted ‘‘yea.’’ that the women of Gainesville-Hall f County Junior League are able to con- f GAINESVILLE-HALL COUNTY JUN- tinue old projects even as they engage IOR LEAGUE CELEBRATES 50TH in new endeavors that help our commu- PERSONAL EXPLANATION ANNIVERSARY OF SERVICE nity. Mr. Speaker, one of the main prob- Mr. MICA. Mr. Speaker, I was unavoidably The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a lems of the Junior League is dem- detained and could not vote on rollcall Nos. 85 previous order of the House, the gen- onstrating the effectiveness of trained and 86. Had I been present, I would have tleman from Georgia (Mr. DEAL) is rec- volunteers, and they are certainly voted ‘‘no’’ on rollcall No. 85 and ‘‘yes’’ on roll- ognized for 5 minutes. doing a great job at it. League mem- call No. 86. Mr. DEAL of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I bers have a strong history as State and rise today to recognize and commend community leaders, and I commend the f the Junior League of Gainesville-Hall Gainesville-Hall County Junior League County, Georgia as that group cele- PERSONAL EXPLANATION for their continuing legacy of service brates its 50th anniversary of service to and achievement. Mr. CANTOR. Mr. Speaker, I was un- our community. The Junior League is f avoidably detained and was not able to an organization of women committed cast my vote on rollcall Nos. 85 and 86. to promoting volunteerism, developing REMEMBERING THE ARMENIAN Had I been present, I would have the potential of women, and improving GENOCIDE voted ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall 85, a motion to the community; and the women of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a instruct conferees with respect to Gainesville and Hall counties have cer- previous order of the House, the gen- House Concurrent Resolution 83, and tainly demonstrated during the past tleman from Michigan (Mr. BONIOR) is ‘‘aye’’ on rollcall No. 86, H.R. 428, Con- half century that hard work and good recognized for 5 minutes. cerning the Participation of Taiwan in spirits can make a powerful difference Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, earlier the World Health Organization. in the community that we live in. today tens of thousands of Armenian April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1517 mourners gathered on the hilltop over I did not know him then, he saw his and discrimination. We are making a personal the city of Yerevan, the capital of Ar- mother’s head cut off,’’ and she goes on commitment to speaking out against injustice menia, to remember the Armenian describing the atrocities that befell her wherever we see it. genocide. and her family. f Here in the United States, in the To most Americans these stories are The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Capitol, we also are remembering. It things that, maybe, you have heard ROGERS of Michigan). Under a previous often seems that the world has not about or read about. But anyone who order of the House, the gentlewoman learned the crucial lessons of the past. grew up in an Armenian American fam- from the District of Columbia (Ms. We have witnessed awful genocides in ily will tell you they knew about these NORTON) is recognized for 5 minutes. nearly every corner of the globe, in- stories their whole life. They may not Ms. NORTON addressed the House. cluding the Holocaust of the Jews in have always known the specifics, but Her remarks will appear hereafter in Europe, and genocides in Cambodia, they always knew about the pain and the Extensions of Remarks.) Rwanda, and Bosnia. hurt and tears. They know there were We must pause today and say, ‘‘Never members of their family who died. Why f again.’’ We must, because the cost of did they die? Because they were Arme- COMMEMORATING ARMENIAN the alternative is too high. nian. GENOCIDE Eighty-six years ago in 1915, 1.5 mil- Mr. Speaker, that is why we com- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a lion Armenians were killed; 300 Arme- memorate the genocide. It is not be- previous order of the House, the gen- nian leaders, writers, thinkers and pro- cause we cannot let go of history, it is tleman from California (Mr. RADANO- fessionals in Constantinople, modern because history will not let go of us. VICH) is recognized for 5 minutes. day Istanbul, were rounded up, de- We know that silence does not bind up ported and killed. 5,000 of the poorest wounds, it only leaves those wounds to GENERAL LEAVE Armenians were butchered in the fester. Because we understand if Tur- Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I streets and in their homes. key is never held accountable for the ask unanimous consent that all Mem- Most Armenians in America are chil- crimes it committed in the past, it bers may have 5 legislative days within dren or grandchildren of those sur- only becomes more certain that those which to revise and extend their re- vivors although there are still many crimes will occur again in the future. marks on the subject of my Special survivors amongst us today. I some- Some in Congress and the White Order. times hear voices that ask, ‘‘You know, House believe that by speaking out on The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there after all of these years, why do we need the genocide, America would be betray- objection to the request of the gen- to keep addressing this?’’ After all, ing the Turkish government. By failing tleman from California? some of the skeptics say, this was to speak out, we are betraying our own There was no objection. something that ended back in 1915 and principles as a free people. We cannot Mr. RADANOVICH. Mr. Speaker, I the 1920s. sit idle. We cannot let Turkey hide am proud to be here this evening to I suppose that someone who thinks of within a fortress of lies. honor my Armenian friends, particu- genocide with that kind of detachment, Mr. Speaker, that is why we will be larly on the eve of the 86th anniversary as if it were just something in a text- introducing our resolution on the Ar- of the Armenian Genocide. book, some distant memory, as some- menian genocide. I would like to share The 20th century was one of historic thing that happened far away and long an old Armenian saying with you. The progress, but also horrible brutality. ago to a people that they never knew, saying is: ‘‘Many a molehill thinks it is Throughout the century, America has that argument might sound reasonable. a mountain. But the mountain? Moun- also been the source of this progress, as But the reason we are here today with tains are too busy being mountains, well as the nation of first resort to my colleagues is because we know bet- doing mountain-type things and think- combat brutality around the world. ter, because we know that 1.5 million ing mountain-type thoughts to worry The first great American diplomatic men, women and children who were about what being a mountain means.’’ and humanitarian initiative of the 20th murdered in the genocide are not some I think of America as sometimes century was in response to the at- abstraction, are not some number in a being a bit like that mountain. We are tempted extermination of the Arme- textbook. To those who survived them, a Nation that is so busy with our econ- nian people. they were beloved family members and omy, our culture and politics, we some- As I did last year on this date, I want dear friends. They were our fathers and times forget what it is like to be really to associate my comments with the mothers and grandparents and uncles an American, what it means to be an comments of the Jerusalem Post which and aunts and confidants and neigh- American. And the way I see it, Amer- said, ‘‘The 1915 wholesale massacre of bors. They were individuals who were ica means standing up for justice. the Armenians by the Ottoman Turks robbed of their dignity, they were America means speaking out against remains a core experience of the Arme- robbed of their humanity; and finally, injustice. nian nation. While there is virtually they were robbed of their lives. zero tolerance for Holocaust denial, While time has made the events more b 1900 there is tacit acceptance of the denial distant, the pain is no less real today That is what I urge all of my col- of the Armenian Genocide, in part be- than it has ever been. How can it be leagues to do, and join me in recog- cause the Turks have managed to otherwise when we hear the stories of nizing the Armenian genocide and sup- structure this debate so that people the survivors. How can it be when we porting the resolution. question whether this really did hap- are haunted by the words of women Recognizing inhumanity is the first step to- pen.’’ like Katharine Magarian. Just listen. ward healing and understanding. The current It is fact that the death of 1.5 million Three years ago she said, ‘‘I saw my fa- tensions between Turkey, Azerbaijan, and Ar- Armenians by execution or starvation ther killed when I was 9 years old. We menia are deeply rooted in his history, and really did happen, and we must not tol- lived in an Armenian enclave in Tur- achieving a just and lasting peace and co- erate this denial. key in the mountains. My father was a operation will only be possible if the past is Mr. Speaker, I say we must affirm businessman. The Turks, they ride in acknowledged. But it will not happen on its history, not bury it. We must learn one day, got all of the men together own. That’s why congressional action on the from history, not reshape it according and brought them to the church. Every Armenian Genocide resolution is so important. to the geostrategic needs of the mo- man came out with hands tied behind I believe that those of us who stand for ment, and we must refuse to be intimi- them. They slaughtered them, like human rights and dignity have a responsibility dated or other states with troubled sheep, with long knives. to remember the victims and the survivors. We pasts will ask that the American ‘‘They all die. Twenty-five people in have a responsibility to speak out and to make record on their dark chapter in history my family die. You cannot walk, they sure that tragedies like this are never allowed be expunged. kill you. You walk, they kill you. They to happen again. As Members of this body, we have an did not care who they killed. My hus- In remembering the Armenian Genocide, we obligation to educate and familiarize band, who was a boy in my village but are making a commitment against genocide Americans on the Armenian Genocide. H1518 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 In fact, we must assure that the geno- this time, the Ottoman empire carried out a menians were subjected to a genocidal cam- cide is remembered so that this human systematic policy of eliminating its Christian paign that defies comprehension and com- tragedy will not be repeated. Armenian population. The Armenian genocide mands all decent people to remember and ac- As we have seen in recent years, knowledge the facts and lessons of an awful was the first of the 20th century, but unfortu- crime in a century of bloody crimes against genocide and ethnic cleansing continue nately, not the last. humanity. If elected President, I would en- to plague nations around the world The atrocious acts of annihilation against sure that our nation properly recognizes the and, as a great nation, we must always the Armenian people were denounced by tragic suffering of the Armenian people.’’— be attentive and willing to stand Paris, London and Washington as war crimes. George W. Bush Jr., June 2, 2000, letter to against such atrocities. We must do the Even the Germans, the Ottoman Empire’s ally the members of the Armenian Assembly. right thing and call upon our human in the First World War, condemned these hei- ‘‘[We join] Armenians around the world [as we remember] the terrible massacres suf- decency to commemorate the Arme- nous acts. Henry Morgenthau, the U.S. Am- nian Genocide. We must take our role fered in 1915–1923 at the hands of the rulers of bassador to Constantinople at the time, vividly the Ottoman Empire. The United States re- as the leader of the Free World seri- documented the massacre of 1.5 million Arme- sponded to this crime against humanity by ously and educate people on the sys- nians. leading diplomatic and private relief ef- tematic and deliberate annihilation of Winston Churchill used the word ‘‘holo- forts.’’—George W. Bush Sr., April 20, 1990, 1.5 million Armenians. We must char- caust’’ to describe the Armenian massacres speech in Orlando, Florida. ‘‘Like the genocide of the Armenians be- acterize this as genocide. when he said: ‘‘in 1915 the Turkish govern- A key element of the record of the fore it, and the genocide of the Cambodians ment began and ruthlessly carried out the infa- which followed it, . . . the lessons of the Hol- American response to this crime mous general massacre and deportation of Ar- against humanity consists of the re- ocaust must never be forgotten.’’—Ronald menians in Asia minor . . . [the Turks were] Reagan, April 22, 1981, proclamation. ports of our ambassador and his con- massacring uncounted thousands of helpless ‘‘It is generally not known in the world sular officials throughout what are Armenians—men, women, and children to- that, in the years preceding 1916, there was a now central and eastern Turkey. This concerted effort made to eliminate all the gether; whole districts blotted out in one ad- record is a priceless tool in the hands Armenian people, probably one of the great- ministrative holocaust—these were beyond of any American concerned with or re- est tragedies that ever befell any group. And human redress.’’ sponsible for our Nation’s ongoing there weren’t any Nuremberg trials.’’— This orchestrated extermination of a people global role to prevent genocide and Jimmy Carter, May 16, 1978, White House is contrary to the values the United States es- ceremony. ethnic cleansing. Therefore, I will to- pouses. We are a nation which strictly ad- ‘‘The association of Mount Ararat and morrow will be introducing a strong bi- heres to the affirmation of human rights every- Noah, the staunch Christians who were mas- partisan resolution to bring together sacred periodically by the Mohammedan where and cannot dispute a horrendous histor- all of the U.S. records on the Armenian Turks, and the Sunday School collections ical fact by ignoring what so many witnessed Genocide and to provide this collection over fifty years for alleviating their mis- to the House Committee on Inter- and survived. eries—all cumulate to impress the name Ar- national Relations, the U.S. Holocaust Recognition and acceptance of any misdeed menian on the front of the American are necessary steps towards its extinction. mind.’’—Herbert Hoover, The Memoirs of Memorial Museum, and the Armenian Herbert Hoover, 1952. Genocide Museum in Yerevan, Arme- Without acceptance there is no remorse, and without remorse, there is no catharsis and par- ‘‘. . . the Armenian massacre was the nia. greatest crime of the war, and the failure to U.S. Archives contain extensive doc- don. act against Turkey is to condone it . . . the umentation of the widespread opposi- Even as recently as the last year of this mil- failure to deal radically with the Turkish tion to Ottoman Turkey’s brutal mas- lennium, the United States, together with horror means that all talk of guaranteeing sacres and deportations. They also con- many European nations, took active part in the future peace of the world is mischievous tain records of the unprecedented ef- putting a stop to the genocidal events in nonsense.’’—Theodore Roosevelt, May 11, Kosovo. It demonstrates that we are willing to 1918, letter to Cleveland Hoadley Dodge. forts of the American people to bring ‘‘When the Turkish authorities gave the relief to the survivors of the 20th cen- risk our lives in order to remain true to our orders for these deportations, they were tury’s first genocide. In introducing long tradition of intolerance to tyranny and in- merely giving the death warrant to a whole this legislation, we challenge those justice. We cannot remain silent and turn our race; they understood this well, and, in their who will deny the genocide, past or face away from similar events that took place conversations with me, they made no par- present. I urge my colleagues to please against the Armenian people. ticular attempt to conceal the fact. . . . I am add their names as an original cospon- Of course, we all want to forget these hor- confident that the whole history of the human race contains no such horrible epi- sor. rific tragedies in our history and bury them in the past. However, it is only through painful sode as this. The great massacres and perse- Finally, I would like to close by ex- cutions of the past seem almost insignificant pressing my sincere hope that we will process of acknowledging and remembering when compared to the sufferings of the Ar- have President Bush’s support on this that we can keep similar dark moments from menian race in 1915.’’—Henry Morgenthau, initiative. During his campaign he happening in the future. Sr., U.S. Ambassador to the Ottoman Empire pledged to properly commemorate the At the end of my statement, I have included Ambassador Morgenthau’s Story, 1919. Armenian Genocide. I have every rea- several quotes from prominent world leaders ‘‘These left-overs from the former Young son to believe that he will honor that and political figures, including several U.S. Turk Party, who should have been made to account for the millions of our Christian pledge and do what is right for both the presidents, who describe and sadly affirm subjects who were ruthlessly driven en Armenian people and for our historical what happened to the 1.5 million Armenians in masse, from their homes and massacred, record. the Ottoman Empire eighty-six years ago. have been restive under the Republican Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to In closing, Mr. Speaker, I would like to ask rule.’’—Mustafa ‘‘Ataturk’’ Kemal, founder join my colleagues in commemorating one of that as we take a moment to reflect upon the of the modern Turkish Republic in 1923 and the most appalling violations of human rights hardships endured by the Armenians, we also revered throughout Turkey, in an interview in all of modern history—the eighty-sixth anni- acknowledge that in the face of adversity the published on August 1, 1926 in The Los Ange- versary of the Armenian genocide. Armenian people have persevered. The sur- les Examiner, talking about former Young I want to commend my colleagues Rep- Turks in his country. vivors of the genocide and their descendants ‘‘Who, after all, speaks today of the annihi- resentative JOE KNOLLENBERG of Michigan and have made great contributions to every coun- lation of the Armenians?’’—Adolf Hitler, Representative FRANK PALLONE of New Jer- try in which they have settled—including the while persuading his associates that a Jew- sey, the co-chairs of the Congressional Cau- United States, where Armenians have made ish holocaust would be tolerated by the west. cus on Armenian Issues, for sponsoring this their mark in business, the professions and ‘‘It was not war. It was most certainly special order. our cultural life. massacre and genocide, something the world Today, I want to acknowledge this dark mo- must remember . . . We will always reject QUOTES REGARDING THE ARMENIAN GENOCIDE any attempt to erase its record, even for ment in history and remember the Armenian FROM VARIOUS WORLD LEADERS AND PROMI- people who tragically lost their lives. We must some political advantage.’’—Yossi Beilin, NENT POLITICAL FIGURES Israeli Deputy Foreign Minister, April 27, always remember tumultuous moments in his- ‘‘The twentieth century was marred by 1994 on the floor of the Knesset in response tory when people suffered because they were wars of unimaginable brutality, mass murder to a TV interview of the Turkish Ambas- different. and genocide. History records that the Arme- sador. The Armenian genocide lasted over an nians were the first people of the last cen- ‘‘Mr. Speaker, with mixed emotions we eight-year period from 1915 to 1923. During tury to have endured these cruelties. The Ar- mark the 50th anniversary of the Turkish April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1519 genocide of the Armenian people. In taking munity and by people of conscience through- are still survivors amongst us. In my district in notice of the shocking events in 1915, we ob- out the world. On this day, the rulers of the Northwest Indiana, a vibrant Armenian-Amer- serve this anniversary with sorrow in recall- Ottoman empire began the systematic and ican community has developed and strong ties ing the massacres of Armenians and with pride in saluting those brave patriots who ruthless extermination of the Armenian minor- to Armenia continue to flourish. My prede- survived to fight on the side of freedom dur- ity in Turkey. By the end of the Terror, more cessor in the House, the late Adam Benjamin, ing World War I.’’—Gerald Ford, addressing than a million Armenian men, women, and was of Armenian heritage, and his distin- the U.S. House of Representatives. children had been massacred and more than guished service in the House serves as an ex- ‘‘Turkey is taking advantage of the war in half a million others had been expelled from ample to the entire Northwest Indiana commu- order to thoroughly liquidate (grundlich the homeland that their forbears had inhabited nity. Over the years, members of the Arme- aufzaumen) its internal foes, i.e., the indige- for three millennia. nian-American community throughout the nous Christians, without being thereby dis- The Armenian Genocide is a historical fact. United States have contributed millions of dol- turbed by foreign intervention.’’—Talat The Republic of Turkey has adamantly re- Pasha, one of the three rulers of wartime in lars and countless hours of their time to var- the Ottoman Empire in a conservation with fused to acknowledge that the Genocide hap- ious Armenian causes. Of particular note are Dr. Mordtmann of the German Embassy in pened on its soil but the evidence is irref- Mrs. Vicki Hovanessian and her husband Dr. June 1915. utable. In 1915, England, France and Russia Raffi Hovanessian, residents of Indiana’s First ‘‘What on earth do you want? The question jointly issued a statement charging the Otto- Congressional District, who have continually is settled. There are no more Armenians.’’— man Empire with ‘‘a crime against humanity.’’ worked to improve the life in Armenia, as well Talat said this after the German Ambassador Professor Raphael Lemkin, a holocaust sur- as in Northwest Indiana. Three other Arme- persistently brought up the Armenian ques- vivor, is the key historical figure in making tion in 1918. nian-American families in my congressional ‘‘In an attempt to carry out its purpose to genocide a crime under international law. He district, Dr. Aram and Seta Semerdjian and resolve the Armenian question by the de- coined the term ‘‘genocide’’ and was the first Sonya Doumanian, and Ara and Rosy struction of the Armenian race, the Turkish to characterize the atrocities of 1915–1923 as Yeretsian, have also contributed greatly to- government has refused to be deterred nei- the ‘‘Armenian Genocide.’’ ward charitable works in the United States and ther by our representations, nor by those of We understand that there is a difference be- Armenia. Their efforts, together with hundreds the American Embassy, nor by the delegate tween the Turkish people and the government of other members of the Armenian-American of the Pope, nor by the threats of the Allied of the Ottoman Turks. In fact, we know that community, have helped to finance several im- Powers, nor in deference to the public opin- during the massacres there were Turks who ion of the West representing one-half of the portant projects in Armenia, including the con- world.’’—Count Wolff-Metternich, German tried to save Armenians at the cost of their struction of new schools, a mammography Ambassador to the Ottoman Empire, July 10, own lives. But our alliance with Turkey should clinic, and a crucial roadway connecting Arme- 1916, cable to the German Chancellor. not deter us from learning the lessons of past nia to Nagorno Karabagh. Mr. DOOLEY of California. Mr. Speaker, as mistakes. In the House, I have tried to assist the ef- a proud member of the Congressional Arme- If we ignore the lessons of the Armenian forts of my Armenian-American constituency nian Caucus and the representative of a thriv- Genocide, we are destined to repeat those by continually supporting foreign aid to Arme- ing community of Armenian-Americans, I join same mistakes. The horrible conflicts in nia. This past year, with my support, Armenia many of my colleagues today to recognize the Sudan, Sierra Leone, and East Timor remind received over $90 million of the $219 million in 86th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. us that we must do more to prevent the sys- U.S. aid earmarked for the Southern This terrible human tragedy must not be for- tematic slaughter of innocent people. We must Caucasus. In addition, on April 6, 2001, I gotten. Like the Holocaust, the Armenian learn from the past and never forget the vic- joined several of my colleagues in signing the Genocide stands as a tragic example of the tims of the Armenian genocide. letter to President Bush urging him to honor human suffering that results from hatred and Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today his pledge to recognize the Armenian Geno- intolerance. in solemn memorial to the estimated 1.5 mil- cide. One and a half million Armenian people lion men, women, and children who lost their lives during the Armenian Genocide. As in the The Armenian people have a long and were massacred by the Ottoman Turkish Em- proud history. In the fourth century, they be- pire between 1915 and 1923. More than past I am pleased to join so many distin- guished House colleagues on both sides of came the first nation to embrace Christianity. 500,000 Armenians were exiled from their an- During World War I, the Ottoman Empire was cestral homeland. A race of people was nearly the aisle in ensuring that the horrors wrought upon the Armenian people are never re- ruled by an organization known as the Young eliminated. Turk Committee, which allied with Germany. It would be an even greater tragedy to for- peated. Amid fighting in the Ottoman Empire’s eastern get the Armenian Genocide. To not recognize On April 24, 1915, over 200 religious, polit- Anatolian provinces, the historic heartland of the horror of such events almost assures their ical, and intellectual leaders of the Armenian the Christian Armenians, Ottoman authorities repetition in the future. community were brutally executed by the ordered the deportation and execution of all Our statements today are intended to pre- Turkish government in Istanbul. Over the Armenians in the region. By the end of 1923, serve the memory of the Armenian loss, and course of the next 8 years, this war of ethnic virtually the entire Armenian population of to remind the world that the Turkish govern- genocide against the Armenian community in Anatolia and western Armenia had either been ment still refuses to acknowledge the Arme- the Ottoman Empire took the lives of over half killed or deported. nian Genocide. The truth of this tragedy can the world’s Armenian population. never and should never be denied. Sadly, there are some people who still deny While it is important to keep the lessons of I would like to commend the Armenian- the very existence of this period which saw history in mind, we must also remain com- American community as it continues to thrive the institutionalized slaughter of the Armenian mitted to protecting Armenia from new and and provide assistance and solidarity to its people and dismantling of Armenian culture. more hostile aggressors. In the last decade, countrymen and women abroad. The Arme- To those who would question these events, I thousands of lives have been lost and more nian-American community is bound together point to the numerous reports contained in the than a million people displaced in the struggle by strong generational and family ties, an en- U.S. National Archives detailing the process between Armenia and Azerbaijan, over during work ethic and a proud sense of ethnic that systematically decimated the Armenian Nagorno-Karabagh. Even now, as we rise to heritage. Today we recall the tragedy of their population of the Ottoman Empire. However, commemorate the accomplishments of the Ar- past, not to place blame, but to answer a fun- old records are too easily forgotten—and dis- menian people and mourn the tragedies they damental question, ‘‘Who remembers the Ar- missed. That is why we come together every have suffered, Azerbaijan, Turkey, and other menians?’’ year at this time: to remember in words what countries continue to engage in a debilitating Our commemoration of the Armenian Geno- some may wish to file away in archives. This blockade of this free nation. cide speaks directly to that, and I answer, we genocide did take place, and these lives were On March 28th of this year, I testified before do. taken. That memory must keep us forever vigi- Foreign Operations Appropriations Sub- Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to lant in our efforts to prevent these atrocities committee on the important issue of bringing pay tribute to the victims of one of history’s from ever happening again. peace to a troubled area of the world. I contin- unacknowledged tragedies—the Armenian I am proud to note that Armenian immi- ued my support for maintaining of level fund- Genocide. Today marks the 86th anniversary grants found, in the United States, a country ing for the Southern Caucasus region of the of this tragedy that lasted from 1915 to 1923. where their culture could take root and thrive. Independent States (IS), and of Armenia in April 24, 1915 is remembered and com- Most Armenians in America are children or particular. I also stressed the critical impor- memorated each year by the Armenian com- grandchildren of the survivors, although there tance of retaining Section 907 of the Freedom H1520 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 Support Act that restricts U.S. aid for Azer- But a prospering Armenia, at peace with its ing in Kosovo, the Armenian genocide stands baijan as a result of their blockade. Unfortu- neighbors, and giving free rein to the natural out as one of the world’s most morally rep- nately, Armenia is now entering its twelfth year abilities of this talented people, would mitigate rehensible acts. Unfortunately, some American of a blockade, and Section 907 is the one pro- the pain and sorrow we feel today. Presidents have chosen not to recognize this tection afforded it by the Congress. The flow Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise atrocity as what it truly was—the attempted of food, fuel, and medicine continues to be today, on the 86th anniversary of the Arme- extermination of an ethnic group. Continuing hindered by the blockade, creating a humani- nian Genocide, to lend my voice to this impor- our good relationship with Turkey has repeat- tarian crisis in Armenia. A repeal of Section tant debate remembering the Armenian Geno- edly been cited as the reason not to use the 907 would only serve to legitimize Azerbaijan’s cide. While Turkey’s brutal campaign against word genocide. Mr. Speaker, there is no word illegitimate acts of aggression. I stand in the Armenian people was initiated almost a other than genocide to describe the systematic strong support of Section 907, which sends a century ago, its impact lives on in the hearts murder of a million and a half people. clear message that the United States Con- of all freedom-loving people. That is why we Earlier this month, I joined 107 of my col- gress stands behind the current peace proc- must continue to speak about it. We must re- leagues in asking President Bush to properly ess and encourages Azerbaijan to work with mind the American people of the potential for recognize the Armenian Genocide by using the Organization for Security and Cooperation such atrocities against ethnic groups, because the word genocide, and I hope that Mr. Bush in Europe’s Minsk Group toward a meaningful history lessons that are not learned are too will become the first American president in 20 and lasting resolution. In the end, I believe often repeated. years to do that. Section 907 will help conclude a conflict that The Armenian Genocide, conceived and On this day, we remember those Armenians threatens to destabilize the entire region and carried out by the Ottoman Empire between who died 86 years ago and send a message places the Armenian nation in distinct peril. 1915 and 1923, resulted in the deportation of to the world that we will never forget what Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank my col- 2 million Armenians from their homeland and happened during that terrible period in history leagues, Representatives JOE KNOLLENBERG the ultimate slaughter of 1.5 million of those and that we reaffirm our resolve to ensure that and FRANK PALLONE, for organizing this spe- people. The continued tensions in the no nation will ever again have the opportunity cial order to commemorate the 86th Anniver- Caucasus region are rooted in this history, to participate in mass genocide. sary of the Armenian genocide. Their efforts and until they are forthrightly acknowledged Mr. GEKAS. Mr. Speaker, today, April 24, will not only help bring needed attention to this among world leaders, the prospects for resolu- 2001, we solemnly mark the 76th anniversary tragic period in world history, but also serve to tion remain dim. of the Armenian Genocide. On this day in remind us of our duty to protect basic human And so, Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recog- 1915, three hundred Armenian leaders, writ- rights and freedoms around the world. nize history, and to demonstrate that history is ers, thinkers and professionals in Constanti- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, as unkind to that abuse either rules of war or nople (present day Istanbul) were rounded up, we do every year, I rise to mark April 24, the basic human dignity. I have fought in a war deported and killed on the orders of the Otto- somber anniversary of one of the great crimes and understand each side feels compelled for man Imperial Government. By 1923, one and of modern history: the beginning of the geno- its own reasons to fight. When that fight ex- a half million Armenians had been killed and cide perpetrated against the Armenians of the tends to civilian populations it is justifiable to roughly two million deported. Ottoman Empire. During and after World War both examine and condemn such occurrences. Our country was one of the first major pow- I, a government-orchestrated campaign to The U.S. has some of the most extensive ers of the day to condemn the acts of the eliminate the Armenians under Ottoman rule documentation of this genocide against the Ar- Ottoman Empire. Other nations lent their led to the slaughter of about one and a half menian people, and there has been no short- voices to the outcry. Nations allied to the Otto- million people. Entire communities were up- age of corroboration by other countries. The man Empire, such as Germany and Austria, rooted, as survivors fled their homes and were Armenian genocide has been recognized by and those who found themselves politically op- forced into exile. the United Nations and nations around the posed to the Empire, like Great Britain, Fortunately for them, the United States of- globe, and the U.S. came to the aid of the sur- France, and Russia, expressed their con- fered a haven. In turn, Armenian refugees vivors. But perhaps we were not vociferous gave this country the best they had to offer. sternation at the clear policy of genocide. enough in holding the perpetrators of this Today, the United States should reassert its Their contributions in many fields of endeavor genocide accountable, and for shining the light condemnation of the ignominious acts of over have energized and enriched American culture of international shame upon them. For it was three quarters of a century ago. The Arme- and politics. Surely Turkey’s loss has been nians Genocide has an infamous place in his- America’s gain, as Armenian refugees in the only a few decades later that we saw another tory as the first mass genocide of the 20th early part of the 20th century and their prog- genocide against humanity: the Holocaust. eny have become an inspiring success story. That is why we must continue to tell the story century. Tragically, it was not the last act of Turkey has lost in another way: its long- of Armenian genocide. It is a painful reminder genocide the world witnessed that century. standing campaign of denial that the atrocities that such vicious campaigns against a people Had the Armenians Genocide been fully inves- perpetrated during 1915–1923 were a geno- have occurred, and that the potential for such tigated and condemned in the years after its cide has not convinced anyone. More and human brutality exists in this world. We must duration, perhaps. citizens of the world would more representative institutions across the remain mindful of the continued repression of have reacted sooner to the mass ethnic world have openly declared their recognition of Armenians today, and challenge those who cleansings that followed. the genocide, and their number will grow. By would persecute these people. If we do not, I am sure that the victims of the Armenian refusing to acknowledge what the rest of the future generations may be destined to relive Genocide would want us to not simply remem- world sees, Turkey has stunted its own devel- such horrors against humanity. ber the historic travesty that befell them, but opment and complicated its ability to come to Mr. THOMAS. Mr. Speaker, today, I join my would want us to learn from these lessons of terms with its own past, present, and future. colleagues in commemoration of the 86th an- xenophobia and inhumanity. We remember As we soberly mark April 24 this year, there niversary of beginning of the Armenian geno- the Armenian genocide, today, and we affirm is at least reason to hope for progress on a cide. On April 24, 1915, under the direction of its historical existence, not to inflame the pas- front important to all Armenians. The OSCE- the Turkish Ottoman Empire, a campaign of sions of our friends in the modern day Repub- brokered negotiations over Nagorno-Karabakh Armenian extermination began. Armenian reli- lic of Turkey, but to remind all Americans of finally seems to be making headway. Though gious, political, and intellectual leaders from the horrible consequences of ethnic violence. the details remain confidential, the recent Istanbul were arrested and exiled—silencing Turks of all backgrounds heroically fought meeting between Armenia’s President the leading representatives of the Armenian against the policy of genocide adopted by ex- Kocharian and Azerbaijan’s President Aliev in community in the Ottoman Empire. From 1915 tremist elements controlling the Ottoman gov- Key West, Florida apparently went well until 1923, 1.5 million Armenians were mur- ernment during World War I. We commemo- enough for the OSCE Minsk Group to prepare dered, with another 500,000 forced into exile rate their heroism and humanity just as firmly a new peace proposal that will be presented in Russia, ending a period of 2,500 years of in our act of remembrance today. to the parties in Geneva in June. Much hard an Armenian presence in their historic home- Mr. Speaker, we must hope and pray that bargaining surely lies ahead. Nevertheless, for land. Today we remember this terrible period genocide never again is visited upon the the first time in years, we can allow ourselves in human history, and commend the Armenian human race. As we grow closer in commerce of bit of optimism about the prospects for people for their ongoing struggle to live peace- and communication, may we also grow wiser peace in a very troubled and important region. fully in their historic homeland. in our understanding of world history. May we Mr. Speaker, nothing can compensate for Like the Jewish and Cambodian holocausts, heed the lessons that are there to be learned. the loss of so many Armenians last century. and more recently, the Serbian ethnic cleans- And may we never forget the worst aspects of April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1521 that history, so that tomorrow’s history may be the Lebanese Chamber of Deputies, and the must do more than shrug our shoulders at all the better. French National Assembly. It is time for Amer- atrocities. We must bear witness, year after Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, ica to venerate Armenians who suffered at the year, and in doing so, commit ourselves to for the third consecutive year, to commemo- hands of the Ottoman Empire. And let me preventing history’s repetition. rate a people who despite murder, hardship, stress that I am not speaking of the govern- Mr. Speaker, my colleagues and I are here and betrayal have persevered. April 24, 2001, ment of modern day Turkey, but rather its today for one simple reason: to remind our na- marks the 86th anniversary of the Armenian predecessor, which many of Turkey’s present tion that eighty-five years ago one-third of the Genocide; unbelievably, an event that many day leaders helped to remove from power. Armenian people, 1.5 million men, women and still fail to recognize. As I have in the past, as a member of the children, were put to death for the crime of Throughout three decades in the late nine- Congressional Armenian Caucus, I will con- their own birth. To deny this reality is to deny teenth and early twentieth centuries, millions tinue to work with my colleagues and with the that genocide can happen again. of Armenians were systematically uprooted Armenian-Americans in my district to promote I want to thank America’s citizens of Arme- from their homeland of three thousands years investment and prosperity in Armenia. And, I nian descent for their unfailing commitment to and deported or massacred. From 1894 sincerely, hope that this year, the U.S. will their people’s history and their unwavering through 1896, three hundred thousand Arme- have the opportunity and courage to speak in struggle to ensure that the memory and his- nians were ruthlessly murdered. Again in support of the millions of Armenians who suf- tory of their peoples’ darkest hour is never 1909, thirty thousand Armenians were mas- fered because of their heritage. lost. Thanks to them, the Armenian Genocide sacred in Cilicia, and their villages were de- Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I am hon- and its lessons will not be forgotten in our time stroyed. ored to take part in an important annual event and in our nation. On April 24, 1915, two hundred Armenian in the House of Representatives, the com- Finally, Mr. Speaker, I would be remiss if I religious, political, and intellectual leaders memoration of the Armenian Genocide. I am didn’t thank and commend my colleagues, were arbitrarily arrested, taken to Turkey and proud that dozens of Members gather each Congressmen JOE KNOLLENBERG and FRANK murdered. This incident marks a dark and sol- year to mark this dark chapter in human his- PALLONE, the co-Chairmen of the Congres- emn period in the history of the Armenian peo- tory. Such devotion to memory is not a trivial sional Caucus on Armenian Issues. Thanks to ple. From 1915 to 1923, the Ottoman Empire matter. We know this to be true because, their leadership, this House will again honor- launched a systematic campaign to extermi- even today, there are those who would vainly ably fulfill America’s commitment to memory nate Armenians. In eight short years, more try to deny the past, in order to influence the and justice. than 1.5 million Armenians suffered through future. Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I join my col- atrocities such as deportation, forced slavery, We, as a moral people, cannot allow such leagues in this commemoration of the anniver- and torture. Most were ultimately murdered. wicked efforts to prosper. Even passive ac- sary of the Armenian Genocide. Each year, I I have had the privilege of joining my col- ceptance of such lies would be tantamount to join Members of Congress from both sides of leagues in a letter to the President asking that participating in a second genocide. As we all the political spectrum to take part in this com- the U.S. officially commemorate the victims of know, surely and irrefutably, the first Armenian memoration. We join together to raise aware- the Armenian Genocide and honor its 1.5 mil- Genocide, occurred between 1915 and 1923, ness of a chapter in history so brutal and vio- lion victims. As a cosponsor and proponent of and resulted in the deliberate death of 1.5 mil- lent that it sadly deserves the horrific title of H. Res. 596 during the 106th Congress, I was lion human souls, killed for the crime of their ‘‘Genocide.’’ deeply disturbed by the decision that pre- own existence. The second Armenian Geno- Each year, as I rise to pay tribute to over vented the House of Representatives from cide, which every year we must struggle 1.5 million Armenians who were killed in this considering this resolution last October. This against, is the ongoing effort by some to deny tragedy, I am amazed at how the news of the resolution recognized the suffering of nearly reality, to deny history, to deny one of human- Armenian Genocide was suppressed at the two million Armenians from 1915 through ity’s darkest hours. time and then shrouded from public view for 1923, as the Ottoman Empire strove to wipe Mr. Speaker, the Armenian Genocide generations. We all remember the question out an entire race of men, women, and chil- marked a critical point in history. We can look posed by Adolf Hitler at the beginning of dren. Those who were not murdered were ef- back now, with the wisdom of hindsight, and World War II—he said ‘‘who remembers the fectively removed from their homes of 2,500 see in the deaths of a million and a half Arme- Armenians?’’ Today, for the sake of justice years in what is now modern day Turkey. nians the first signs of the breathtaking cruelty and human rights, we answer: ‘‘We do.’’ The resolution called upon the President of of the last century. We can see technology The events that took place between 1915 to the United States to do three things: (1) En- and hatred converging toward the creation of 1923, when Armenian men, women and chil- sure that U.S. foreign policy reflects consider- a new phenomenon in human history, the dren were systematically mistreated and killed, ation and sensitivity for human rights, ethnic apotheosis of evil, the creation of genocide, represent one of the darkest chapters of cleansing, and genocide documented in U.S. the organized attempt to annihilate an entire human history. Armenians were tortured, had records relating to the Armenian Genocide people. their property confiscated, and died from mal- and the consequences of the Turkish court’s The Ottoman Empire’s campaign to elimi- nutrition and starvation during long, forced failure to enforce judgments against those re- nate the entire Armenian population existing marches from their homeland in Eastern Tur- sponsible for committing genocide; (2) recog- within its borders was no accident, no mistake key. nize, during his annual commemoration of the made by a bureaucrat. Genocide was official When tragedies of this magnitude take Armenian Genocide on April 24th, that this policy and 1.5 million Armenians died as a re- place, we must ensure that they are not for- was a systematic and deliberate annihilation of sult. They were starved and shot, deported gotten. Let us teach our children that at- 1.5 million people, and reflect upon the United and humiliated. They were old and young, in- tempted systematic annihilation of a people States’ effort to intervene on behalf of Arme- nocent and blameless. They were killed, not must be a fixture of the past. Let us teach our nians during the genocide; and (3) in his an- for what they had one, but for who they were. children to value diversity and promote peace nual commemoration of the Armenian Geno- Mr. Speaker, when we assemble here, in and understanding. Theirs can be a better cide, emphasize that the modern day Republic the House of Representatives, and remember world than the world of the Armenians be- of Turkey did not conduct the Armenian Geno- the Armenian Genocide, we stand as wit- tween 1915 and 1923—but only if they truly cide, which was perpetrated by the Ottoman nesses to humanity’s worst potential and understand the cruelty that humankind can Empire. This was the second time H. Res. 596 promise to do better. To not stand by, impas- wreak upon its own. had been pulled from consideration, despite sive and confused in the face of horror. We There are survivors of the Armenian Geno- pledges by the leadership that the U.S. would commit ourselves to our common humanity cide in my district, and the horror of this ordeal go on record to affirm their support for the Ar- and the precious rights enshrined in the U.S. is forever etched in their collective memories. menian genocide. Constitution. Genocide is incomprehensible, Every year, survivors participate in commemo- We should exhibit the same support as but not unstoppable. ration ceremonies in Boston, Lowell, and other many of our friends in the international com- For genocide to be removed from our world parts of Massachusetts’ Merrimack Valley. The munity who have refused to be bullied into si- and banished forever, we must begin with commemoration offers participants an oppor- lence. The European Parliament and the teaching our children what has happened, and tunity to remind the media and citizens around United Nations have recognized and re- recalling, publicly and clearly, the unprece- the world of the tragedy suffered by the Arme- affirmed the Armenian genocide as historical dented slaughter of the innocent in the 20th nians at the hands of the Turkish empire. fact, as have the Russian and Greek par- century; first in Armenian and then throughout I represent a large and active Armenian liaments, the Canadian House of Commons, Europe. As a just and honorable nation, we community in my Congressional district. They H1522 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 are hard-working and proud of their heritage. disarm it. Indifference elicits no response . . . It is an honor and privilege to represent a With great respect for them and for Armenians Indifference is always the friend of the enemy, large and active Armenian population, many throughout the world, let us renew our commit- for it benefits the agressor—never his victim, who have family members who were per- ment here today that the American people will whose pain is magnified when he or she feels secuted by their Ottoman Turkish rulers. oppose any and all instances of genocide. forgotten. The political prisoner in his cell, the Michigan’s Armenian-American community has Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island. Mr. Speak- hungry children, the homeless refugees—not done much to further our state’s commercial, er, we join here today to honor the memory of to respond to their plight, not to relieve their political, and intellectual growth, just has it as the Armenians who were massacred and the solitude by offering them a spark of hope is to done in communities across the country. And Armenian survivors who fled into exile during exile them from human memory. And in deny- so I also rise today to honor to the triumph of the Ottoman Empire’s genocide from 1915 to ing their humanity we betray our own. the Armenian people, who have endured ad- 1923. On April 24th 1915, the Ottoman Empire Let us all take a moment to reflect on the versity and bettered our country. began what can be called nothing less than a anniversary of the genocide of the Armenian The Armenian people have faced great trials policy of ethnic cleansing. The U.S. Ambas- people. We have a duty to those who have and tests throughout their history. They have sador to the Ottoman Empire, Henry Morgen- died and to those who survived to help pre- proved their resilience in the face of tragedy thau, stated that he was confident the treat- serve this memory forever. We must raise our before, and I have no doubt that they will en- ment he observed of the Armenian people thoughts and our voices on behalf of those dure today’s tragic occurrence, recognize that from 1915 to 1923 was the greatest atrocity who have suffered and died, and pray that a madman’s bullet can never put an end to a the human race had ever seen. ‘‘I am con- such suffering is never again visited on any people’s dreams, and keep moving forward on fident that the whole history of the human race people anywhere on the Earth. the path of peace and freedom. contains no such horrible episode as this,’’ Mr. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. Speaker, let no one, friend or foe, ever Morgenthau stated. recognize and remember the 1.5 million vic- deny that the Armenian genocide occurred. We are very fortunate and blessed to have tims of the Armenian genocide, who were sys- Let us not forget the heinous nature of the so many Armenian people connected to our tematically slaughtered solely because of their crimes committed against the Armenian peo- Nation. In my home state, the Armenian com- race. While there is never a justification for ple. Let us promise to the world, as American munity is great, and so too are the gifts and genocide, in this case there also regrettably citizens and citizens of the world, that we will talents they bring to Rhode Island. Our Nation has never been an apology, and the criminals never again allow such a crime to be per- must continue to take the time to educate and were never brought to justice. Such an uncon- petrated, and will not tolerate the forces of remember the atrocities suffered by over one scionable act, however, can never be forgot- misguided nationalism and hate. and a half million Armenians during the Arme- ten. It is our duty to remember. Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I nian Genocide. Future generations must un- I also rise in tribute to the Armenian people rise to honor the memories of those who per- derstand what the community has been who have fully recovered from this atrocity by ished in the Armenian Genocide. through to truly appreciate and honor all the maintaining their proud transitions and culture, April 24, 1915 is remembered and solemnly talents they share with our Nation. becoming an integral part of America, and commemorated each year by the Armenian Over eighty-six years later after the tragedy nine years ago, forming the Republic of Arme- community. On this date, eighty-six years ago, began, Turkey still denies the Armenian Geno- nia. a group of Armenian political, religious, and in- cide despite overwhelming documentation of The Ottoman Empire’s last, desperate act tellectual leaders were arrested in Constanti- these atrocities. We cannot allow such ethnic was one of profound cruelty, tragic and grue- nople, sent further inland, and killed. In the fol- violence and genocide to simply be covered some beyond description. During World War lowing years, Armenians living under Ottoman up or ignored. Continued Congressional sup- I—a tumultuous, revolutionary time of great rule were deprived of their freedom, property, port to provide assistance to the people resid- societal transformations and uncertain futures and ultimately, their lives. By 1923, over a mil- ing in Nagorno-Karabagh and upholding sec- on the battlefields and at home—desperate lion Armenians had been massacred, and an- tion 907 of the Freedom Support Act sends a Ottoman leaders fell back on the one weapon other half a million more people had been de- strong, powerful message to Turkey that we that could offer hope of personal survival. It is ported. will not allow Armenian communities to be a weapon that is still used today, fed by fear, This genocide, which was preceded by a threatened again. desperation, and hatred. It transforms the av- series of massacres in 1894–1896 and in The Armenian Genocide serves as a re- erage citizen into a zealot, no longer willing to 1909 and was followed by another series of minder to us all that we must do more to pro- listen to reason. This weapon is, of course, massacres in 1920, essentially dispersed Ar- tect peace and human rights for all those nationalism. Wrongly directed, nationalism can menians and removed them from their historic around the world. easily result in ethnic strife and senseless homeland. The persecution of the Armenian Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I join voices with genocide, committed in the name of false be- people left psychological scars among the sur- my colleagues today to recognize the 86th an- liefs preached by immoral, irresponsible, tyran- vivors and their families. No person should niversary of the Armenian Genocide. nical leaders. have to endure the trauma and horrors that Between 1894 and 1923, approximately two Today I rise not to speak of the present, but they did. million Armenians were massacred, per- in memory of the victims of the past, who suf- On May 2, 1995, I had the honor of meeting secuted,and exiled by the Turk government of fered needlessly in the flames of vicious, de- the former Armenian Ambassador to the the Ottoman Empire. Despite all the facts, structive nationalism. On April 24, 1915, the United States, Rouben Robert Shugarian, at a eyewitness accounts, recognition by countries leaders of the Ottoman government tragically Congressional reception commemorating the throughout the world, and the findings of their chose to systematically exterminate an entire 80th anniversary of the Armenian genocide. own post-war courts, the government of Tur- race of people. In this case, as in the case of Ambassador Shugarian introduced me to sev- key still refuses to acknowledge the genocide Nazi Germany, nationalism became a weapon eral survivors of the 1915 genocide. This ex- ever occurred. We cannot allow such blatant of cruelty and evil. Let us never forget the 1.5 perience was a deeply moving and personal disregard and denial to go on. Earlier this million Armenians who died at the whim of reminder of the 1.5 million Armenians who year, France’s National Assembly passed leg- wicked men and their misguided followers. perished during the systematic extermination islation labeling the Armenian Genocide as The story of the Armenian genocide is in by the Ottoman Empire. genocide. We in the United States should do itself appalling. It is against everything our It is important that we not only commemo- no less. government—and indeed all governments who rate the Armenian Genocide, but also honor I well remember a speech made by Elie strive for justice—stands for; it represents the the memory of others who lost their lives dur- Wiesel at the White House in which he de- most wicked side of humanity. What makes ing this time. We must remember this horrific scribed the perils of indifference to suffering: the Armenian story even more unfortunate is and shameful period in world history so that it ‘‘In a way, to be indifferent to that suffering is history has repeated itself in all corners of the will never be repeated again. what makes the human being inhuman. Indif- world, and lessons that should have been Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, today marks the ference, after all, is more dangerous than learned long ago have been ignored. We must 86th anniversary of the beginning of the Arme- anger or hatred. Anger can at times be cre- not forget the Armenian genocide, the Holo- nian genocide. I rise today to commemorate ative. One writes a great poem, a great sym- caust, Cambodia, Rwanda, or Bosnia. It is our this terrible chapter in human history, and to phony . . . because one is angry at the injus- duty that by remembering the millions who help ensure that it will never be forgotten. tice that one witnesses. But indifference is have been victims of genocide, we pledge our- On April 24, 1915, the Turkish government never creative. Even hatred at times may elicit selves to preventing such acts from repeating began to arrest Armenian community and po- a response. You fight it. You denounce it. You themselves. litical leaders. Many were executed without April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1523 ever being charged with crimes. Soon after historical revisionism of the Armenian Geno- tinue to thrive today. I hope that recognition of the government deported most Armenians cide will be a key determinant of our ability to this atrocity will help erase the remnants of an from Turkish Armenia, ordering that they re- stand against similar attempts at Holocaust era in which propaganda and deceit held prec- settle in what is now Syria. Many deportees denial. edence over truth and human dignity. Our na- never reached that destination. I am proud to acknowledge the Armenian tion must never allow oppression and persecu- From 1915 to 1918, more than a million Ar- Americans in my district and across the coun- tion to pass without condemnation. menians died of starvation or disease on long try who have dedicated themselves to pre- Armenians are a strong, resilient people, marches, or were massacred outright by Turk- serving the memory of those who were per- struggling to heal the wounds of the past. ish forces. From 1918 to 1923, Armenians secuted, and to publicizing the United States However, until the Armenian genocide is offi- continued to suffer at the hands of the Turkish records documenting this period. I join them cially acknowledged, these wounds will re- military, which eventually removed all remain- and my colleagues in renewing our commit- main. We should not deny the Armenian peo- ing Armenians from Turkey. ment to stand against governments that per- ple their rightful place in history. To do so The U.S. Ambassador in Constantinople at secute their own people, and to insuring that would dishonor them, and blight our under- the time, Henry Morgenthau, stated ‘‘I am con- no act of genocide will ever again go unno- standing of the past. It is the best interests of fident that the whole history of the human race ticed or unmourned. our nation and the entire global community to contains no such horrible episode as this. The Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise this evening to remember the past and learn from history. great massacres and persecutions of the past join my colleagues in commemorating the Ar- Even as we remember the tragedy and seem almost insignificant when compared to menian Genocide, one of the great tragedies honor the dead, we also honor the living. Out the sufferings of the Armenian race in 1915.’’ of the twentieth century. I also want to thank of the ashes of their history, Armenians all We mark this anniversary of the start of the Representatives Pallone and Knollenberg for across the world have clung to their identity Armenian genocide because this tragedy for calling special orders tonight to remember this and have prospered in new communities. The the Armenian people was a tragedy for all hu- terrible event. State of Rhode Island is fortunate to be home manity. It is our duty to remember, to speak Eighty-six years ago, in the Ottoman Em- to such an organized and active community, out and to teach future generations about the pire, the Armenian Genocide began with the whose members contribute and participate in horrors of genocide and the oppression and arrest and murder of many of the Armenian every aspect of civic life. terrible suffering endured by the Armenian community’s religious, political, and intellectual As an ardent supporter of the Armenian- people. leaders. Their deaths would be followed by the American community throughout my public Sadly, we cannot say that such atrocities massacre of one and a half million men, service career, I am proud to honor the victims are history. We have only to recall the ‘‘killing women, and children, and the displacement of the genocide by paying tribute to their fields’’ of Cambodia, mass killings in Bosnia and deportation of hundreds of thousands memory, showing compassion for those who and Rwanda, and ‘‘ethnic cleansing’’ in more. have suffered from such heinous prejudice, Kosovo to see that the threat of genocide per- Today, we pause to remember and mourn and never forgetting the pain that they have sists. We must renew our commitment never their loss. As we enter a new century, we endured. Let us never forget their tragedy, and to remain indifferent in the face of such as- carry with us, seared into our memories, the ensure that such crimes are never repeated. saults on humanity. bloodshed of the last hundred years. That Mr. GILMAN. Mr. Speaker, I want to thank We also remember this day because it is a century added a new and terrible word to our our two distinguished cochairmen of the Cau- time for us to celebrate the contribution of the vocabularies—genocide, the attempt to wipe cus on Armenian Issues, the gentleman from Armenian community in America—including out not merely a life, but a people and a cul- Michigan (Mr. KNOLLENBERG) and the gen- hundreds of thousands in California—to the ture. The Armenian Genocide stands as the tleman from New Jersey (Mr. PALLONE) for ar- richness of our character and culture. The first chilling example of that crime against hu- ranging this special order today. I also want to strength they have displayed in overcoming manity. extend my concerns to the Armenian-Amer- tragedy to flourish in this country is an exam- History matters. It must be remembered, ican community on this somber occasion. ple for all of us. Their success is moving testi- and it must be acknowledged. If our past is a Armenian-Americans have every reason to mony to the truth that tyranny and evil cannot blank slate, we have no identity, no sense of be proud of their heritage and their accom- extinguish the vitality of the human spirit. place or of self, and nothing from which to plishments in this country as well as their ef- The Armenian struggle continues to this learn. Failure to remember, acknowledge, and forts in preserving their culture their attention day. But now with an independent Armenian learn from the Armenian Genocide would only to the memory of their matryrs. I join Arme- state, the United States has the opportunity to increase the scope of this terrible tragedy. The nians and their friends throughout the world contribute to a true memorial to the past by murders of a million and half people must not who gather this week to honor the memories strengthening Armenia’s democracy. We must be compounded by the erasure of their mem- of the countless men, women, and children do all we can through aid and trade to support ory. That would be one more act of genocide, who perished 86 years ago in the Armenian Armenia’s efforts to construct an open political and that we can never allow. Genocide. and economic system. Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Future generations should not be around to Adolf Hitler, the architect of the Nazi Holo- remember the Armenian victims of the geno- forget such horrible crimes, much less to deny caust, once remarked ‘‘Who remembers the cide brought upon them by the Ottoman Turk- their existence. Moreover, we can not say with Armenians?’’ The answer is, we do. And we ish Empire and to commend my colleagues, any certainty that the atrocities of the Amer- will continue to remember the victims of the the gentleman from New Jersey, Congress- ican Genocide are left to history. We only 1915–23 genocide because, in the words of man FRANK PALLONE, and the gentleman from have to recall the Holocaust, the killing fields the philosopher George Santayana, ‘‘Those Michigan, Congressman JOE KNOLLENBERG, of Cambodia, the massacres in Rwanda, and who cannot remember the past are con- for organizing this special order today so that the ethnic cleansing in Bosnian and East demned to repeat it.’’ Members of the House may take the time to Timor. That is why, in addition to never forget- Mr. WAXMAN. Mr. Speaker, I join my col- remember this solemn occasion. ting the first genocide of the 20th century, we leagues in commemorating the Armenian April 24th marks the beginning of the sys- must make certain that the fate that befell the Genocide. tematic and deliberate campaign of genocide Armenian people will never again be repeated. Today we solemnly remember the April 24, perpetrated by the Ottoman Turkish Empire in Yet there are many governments which fail 1915 onslaught of the Ottoman Government’s 1915. Over the following 8 years, 1.5 million to acknowledge the existence of the Armenian eight-year campaign of terror against its Arme- Armenians were tortured and murdered, and Genocide which is a great disservice to all nian population. We mourn the systematic de- more than half a million were forced from their peoples who have suffered persecution and struction of Armenian communities, the murder homeland into exile. Regrettably, in the years attempted annihilation. It is important therefore of one and a half million men, women, and since, the Turkish Government has refused to that our nation recognizes the Armenian Holo- children, and the forced deportation of over apologize for these atrocious acts, or even ac- caust as an historical fact and history is pre- nearly one million others. knowledge the Armenian Genocide, despite served. This somber anniversary, however, also overwhelming documentation. Accordingly, it is fitting that we pause and bears a stark warning. Eighty-six years ago, By recognizing the victims of the genocide, join in this commemoration, and asking all the world’s willingness to ignore the bloodshed we commemorate both those who perished Americans to join in it. We must understand against Armenians set the stage for its com- and those who were able to begin a new life the lessons of the tragedies of this century placency during Hitler’s attempt to annihilate in communities like my home State of Rhode such as the Armenian Genocide, and most im- the Jews. Today, the world’s resolve against Island, where many Armenian families con- portant to resolve to prevent their repetition. H1524 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. WEINER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the Armenian Genocide. Early in the 20th cen- pay tribute to the victims of one of history’s join my colleagues in commemorating the 86th tury, during World War I and its aftermath, the most terrible tragedies, the Armenian Geno- anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Ottoman Empire attempted the complete liq- cide. On this day I call on my colleagues and on uidation of the Armenian population of Eastern The Armenian community commemorates the President to remember the words of au- Anatolia. this atrocity each year on April 24, the day in thor, Holocaust survivor, and Nobel Peace We must come down to the House floor to- 1915 when 300 Armenian leaders, intellec- Prize winner Elie Wiesel, ‘‘. . . to remain si- night not only to remember this tragic event, tuals, and professionals were rounded up in lent and indifferent is the greatest sin of all but we must also proclaim that the Armenian Constantinople, deported, and killed. From ...’’ Genocide is an historical fact. There are many 1915 through 1923, one and a half million Ar- While few would disagree with these words, who deny that this first genocide of the 20th menians had been massacred, 500,000 more we in the U.S. Government have failed to century actually took place. had been deported, and the survivors were heed the warning contained within. It is time The American Ambassador to the Ottoman systematically deprived of their property, free- for the Government of the United States to do Empire in 1919 was an eyewitness. In his dom, and dignity. what it failed to do 86 years ago and to offi- memoirs, he said, ‘‘When the Turkish authori- In my district, there is a significant popu- cially recognize the slaughter of more than 1.5 ties gave the order for these deportations they lation of Armenian survivors and their families million Armenians by the Ottoman-Turkish Em- were merely giving the death warrant to an that showed heroic courage and will to survive pire from 1915 to 1923 as a deliberate and entire race. They understood this well and in in the face of horrendous obstacles and adver- systematic attempt to destroy the Armenian their conversations with me made no particular sities. These survivors are an important win- people, their culture and their heritage, as attempt to conceal this fact.’’ dow into the past. It is through their unforget- genocide. He went on to describe what he saw at the table tragedy that we are able to share in their It began with the killing of the community Euphrates River. He said, as our eyes and history and strong heritage. leaders and intellectuals 86 years ago today. ears in the Ottoman Empire, ‘‘I have by no Mr. Speaker, in the Armenian conscious- That was followed by the disarming and mur- means told the most terrible details, for a com- ness, the events of 1915 through 1923 are a der of Armenians serving in the Ottoman-Turk- plete narration of the sadistic orgies of which vivid and constant presence. I am pleased my ish army. And this was followed by attacks on they, the Armenian men and women, are vic- colleagues and I have the opportunity to pay Armenian men, women and children, whom tims can never be printed in an American pub- tribute to the Armenian community in order to the Ottoman-Turks drove into the desert lication. Whatever crimes the most perverted ensure the legacy of the genocide is remem- where they were left to either die of dehydra- instincts of the human mind can devise, what- bered. tion or starve. ever refinements of persecution and injustice Mr. KIRK. Mr. Speaker, today, we remem- This deliberate and systematic assault on the most debased imagination can conceive, ber April 24, 1915 as one of the darkest days the Armenian population would continue for 8 became the daily misfortune of the Armenian of the 20th century. It was on this day that 300 years. Then-U.S. Ambassador to the Ottoman- people.’’ Armenian leaders, writers, religious figures Turkish Empire, Henry Morgenthau, Sr., wit- We can never forget that 8 days before he and professionals in Constantinople were nessed these events first hand and reported invaded Poland, Adolf Hitler turned to his inner gathered together, deported, and brutally mur- them back to Washington. Later he would circle and said, ‘‘Who today remembers the dered. In addition, thousands more Armenian write that ‘‘the great massacres and persecu- extermination of the Armenians?’’ The impu- citizens were dragged out of their homes and tions of the past are insignificant when com- nity with which the Turkish Government acted murdered in the streets. Remaining citizens pared to the sufferings of the Armenian race in annihilating the Armenian people were taken from their homes and marched off in 1915.’’ emboldened Adolf Hitler and his inner circle to to concentration camps in the desert, where Despite reports such as this, the United carry out the Holocaust of the Jewish people. many died of starvation and thirst. Following States failed to intervene. As horrible as not It is time for Turkey to acknowledge this the horrific events of April 24, 1915, the Otto- coming to the aid of the Armenian people in genocide, because only in that way can the man Empire systematically deprived Arme- 1915 was, what strikes me today is that the Turkish Government and its people rise above nians of their homes, property, freedom, and United States, 86 years later, still fails to rec- it. The German Government has been quite ultimately, their lives. By 1923, 1.5 million Ar- ognize these events for what they were, geno- forthcoming in acknowledging the Holocaust, menian citizens had been murdered, while half cide. and in doing so it has at least been respected a million had been deported. Last year I joined with 143 of my colleagues by the peoples of the world for its honesty. Today, we must overcome the obstacle of in sponsoring H. Res. 398, which would have Turkey should follow that example rather than denial. To this day, the Turkish Government acknowledged the events in Turkey of 1915 to trying to deny history. continues to deny that the Armenian genocide 1923 as genocide and called on the President It is also time—indeed it is far overdue—for ever took place. It is the responsibility of the to do the same. Yet this resolution was not al- our Congress to recognize the Armenian United States and the international community lowed to come to a vote on the floor. Even Genocide. to overcome this denial and recognize the hor- today, when President Bush issued a state- Mr. Speaker, I again call on my colleagues ror that took place between 1915 and 1923. In ment to commemorate what he called ‘‘one of to recognize the Armenian Genocide and to addition, it is the duty of all nations of the the great tragedies of history,’’ he did not use urge my fellow Americans to remember this world to ensure that such atrocities are never the word genocide. tragic event. repeated. Mr. Speaker, if we fail to acknowledge these f The Armenian people have spent the last 10 events for what they truly were, we are, as years courageously establishing an Inde- Elie Wiesel has said, ‘‘committing the most EARTH DAY pendent Republic of Armenia. These efforts dangerous sin of all.’’ In Turkey, Germany, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a are a testament to the strength and character Yugoslavia and Rwanda, we have either acted previous order of the House, the gen- of the Armenian people. The United States will too slowly or failed to act at all. How many tleman from Illinois (Mr. DAVIS) is rec- continue to work with Armenia to ensure the more genocides are going to occur before we ognized for 5 minutes. establishment of a safe and stable environ- raise our own awareness of these events and Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I ment in the Caucasus region. Recently, Presi- condemn them for what they truly are. take this moment to acknowledge dent Robert Kocharian met with Azerbaijani Mr. Speaker, finally I would like to thank Mr. Earth Day. We have made great strides President Heydar Aliyev and international me- KNOLLENBERG and Mr. PALLONE, the co-chairs in protecting our treasures, protecting diators from France, Russia and the United of the Congressional Caucus on Armenian our natural resources, and in pro- States to discuss peace options on the Issues, for organizing this special order to- tecting our environment. So, Mr. Karabagh conflict. I am confident that Albania night. Recognition and acknowledgment of the Speaker, since the first Earth Day in will work towards a positive outcome in the Armenian Genocide is an important step to- 1970, Americans have found many ways Nagorno Karabagh Peace Talks. ward defeating that indifferent spirit which has to promote the preservation of our en- Today, I join my colleagues in recognizing allowed events such as these to occur again vironment and to focus a great deal of the Armenian Genocide of 1915, and while and again. I am glad that I am joined by so attention on the work that is left to be this is indeed a day of mourning, we must also many of my colleagues who share this view done. take this opportunity to celebrate Armenia’s tonight. Earth Day has always been a day to commitment towards democracy in the face of Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I join with my celebrate the environment and our nat- adversity. colleagues tonight in somber remembrance of ural heritage. It has also served to April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1525 mark the importance of environmental When most people hear the word ARMENIAN ASSEMBLY OF AMERICA protection and responsible living. As ‘‘genocide’’ they immediately think of Washington, DC. the leaders of this great Nation, we Hitler and his persecution of the Jews The Armenian Assembly of America, Com- must collaborate in a bipartisan fash- memoration of the Armenian Genocide during World War II. Many individuals On April 24, we remember and mourn the ion to promote environmental policies are unaware that the first genocide of victims of the Armenian Genocide of 1915. that make sense to this country. We do the 20th century occurred during World Not a single family went untouched; none not want to continue to drink water War I and was perpetrated by the Otto- were spared the pain of that brutal slaugh- that is contaminated and polluted. We man Empire against the Armenian peo- ter. Because its victims and witnesses were do not want to breathe smoke-filled ple. ignored and its lessons unlearned, the Geno- cide set the stage for the Holocaust and the air. We do not want to develop life- Concerned that the Armenian people threatening diseases from water, air, genocides that followed. The 20th century’s would move to establish their own gov- and other environmental hazards. Poor first genocide continues to cast its dark ernment, the Ottoman Empire em- environmental management affects ev- shadow over the 21st century. barked on a reign of terror that re- The Turkish people and the Republic of eryone, and environmental justice sulted in the massacre of over 1.5 mil- Turkey should recognize that it is in their does, in fact, matter. own best interest to come to terms with the We ask, how many children must de- lion Armenians, men, women and chil- dren. This atrocious crime began on role their Ottoman predecessors played in velop lead poisoning before we get seri- the Armenian Genocide and reject denial. No ous about that issue. Do we want the April 15, 1915, when the Ottoman Em- other country in the world should support Nation’s most precious animals to per- pire arrested, exiled, and eventually Turkey’s indefensible position. There is a ish from the Earth? Do we want to live killed hundreds of Armenian religious, growing awareness and understanding of this in neighborhoods that are surrounded political, and intellectual leaders. fact, even within turkey itself. We were en- by nuclear power plants? Do we want Once they had eliminated the Arme- couraged this year by reports from Turkey that public discussion of the topic has in- to breathe a thick layer of smog from nian people’s leadership, they turned creased significantly. contaminated air before we feel that a their attention to the Armenians that It is our hope that the Turkish people, con- clean air policy is important? Will were serving in the Ottoman army. fronted with international recognition and there come a time when we must go to These soldiers were disarmed and spurred by desire to finally join the Euro- the local grocery store and purchase placed in labor camps where they were pean family of nations, will reconcile with bottled air? either starved or executed. The Arme- their past. Such reconciliation will lay the Many of our urban communities are nian people, lacking political leader- groundwork to build a better future. HIRAIR HOVNANIAN, currently in serious unrest due to ship and deprived of young, able-bodied many different environmental prob- Chairman, Board of men who could fight against the Otto- Trustees. lems. Today we must make a new dedi- man onslaught were then deported VAN Z. KRIKORIAN, cation toward bringing a more proper from every region of Turkish Armenia. Chairman, Board of balance to the widening gap between The images of human suffering from Directors. community standards based upon their the Armenian Genocide are graphic and economic status. People in our poorest f as haunting as the pictures of the Holo- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a communities are struggling for envi- caust. ronmental justice, from Louisiana’s previous order of the House, the gen- Why, then, it must be asked, are so ‘‘Cancer Alley’’ to the Native American tleman from California (Mr. FILNER) is many people unaware of the Armenian reservations’ nuclear problems to the recognized for 5 minutes. (Mr. FILNER addressed the House. people along the border in the Genocide? I believe the answer is found maquiladora region, and for the com- in the international community’s re- His remarks will appear hereafter in munities where I live on the south and sponse to this disturbing event or, I the Extensions of Remarks.) west sides of Chicago. should say, lack of response. At the end f of World War I, those responsible for Furthermore, millions of people live REMEMBERING THE ARMENIAN ordering and implementing the Arme- in housing surrounded by physical en- GENOCIDE vironments that are overburdened with nian Genocide were never brought to The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a environmental problems and hazards justice, and the world casually forgot previous order of the House, the gen- untold, waste, toxins, dioxins, inciner- about the suffering and pain of the Ar- tleman from New York (Mr. SWEENEY) ators, petrochemical plants, polluted menian people, and that proved to be a is recognized for 5 minutes. air and unsafe drinking water. These grave mistake. In a speech that is now Mr. SWEENEY. Mr. Speaker, I would factors all combine to pose a real and recorded, a speech made by Adolf Hit- like to commend those who join me to- grave threat to the future of our Na- ler just prior to the invasion of Poland night in educating the world about the tion’s public health. in 1939, he justified his brutal tactics So, as we mark the 31st anniversary with the infamous statement, ‘‘Who re- Armenian Genocide. I think I bring of the first Earth Day, we glory in the members the extermination of the Ar- some special province to this occasion progress that has been made, but must menians?’’ in that I am the grandson of Oscar strive to continue to develop strong en- Chaderjain, a first-generation Arme- Tragically, 6 years later, the Nazis nian American, and the son of Mary vironmental policies that help protect had exterminated 6 million Jews. Never our Earth. Chaderjain. So therefore, this is an has the phrase, ‘‘those who forget the issue that is near and dear to my heart. f past will be destined to repeat it’’ been Mr. Speaker, for those who question COMMEMORATION OF ARMENIAN more applicable. If the international whether the genocide ever occurred in GENOCIDE community had spoken out against the first instance, I must say that I this merciless slaughtering of the Ar- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a have no doubt that it did. My grand- menian people instead of ignoring it, previous order of the House, the gen- father was a first-hand witness to the the horrors of the Holocaust might tleman from Michigan (Mr. KNOLLEN- bloodshed. He often told us of his expe- never have taken place. BERG) is recognized for 5 minutes. rience of holding his uncle’s arms, with Mr. KNOLLENBERG. Mr. Speaker, I Mr. Speaker, as we commemorate the his cousin, as Turkish soldiers exe- come to the floor on this very special 86th anniversary of the Armenian cuted that grammar school teacher. He and important day to join my col- Genocide, I believe it is time to give also told us that the world first took leagues and individuals throughout the this event its rightful place in history. notice of the genocide on April 24, 1915, world in commemorating the 86th anni- This afternoon and this evening, let us when 254 Armenian intellectuals were versary of the Armenian Genocide. We pay homage to those who fell victim to arrested by Turkish authorities in must never forget the tragedy of the the Ottoman oppressors and tell the Istanbul and taken to the distant prov- Armenian Genocide, and this com- story, the story of the forgotten geno- inces of Ayash and Chankiri, where memoration makes an important con- cide. This, for the sake of the Arme- many of them were later massacred. tribution to making sure that we never nian heritage, is certainly a story that Throughout the genocide, Turkish do. must be heard. authorities ordered the evacuation of H1526 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 Armenians out of villages in Turkish However, as a strong, fervent sup- Government on this issue. Earlier this Armenia and Asia Minor. As they were porter of the Republic of Armenia, I am month, Maryland approved an Arme- evacuated, the men were often shot im- alarmed that Turkish Government offi- nian genocide resolution, becoming the mediately. Prisoners were starved, cials still refuse to acknowledge what 27th State to make such a recognition. beaten, and murdered by unmerciful happened, and instead are attempting Congress, Mr. Speaker, should not be guards. to rewrite history. forced by a foreign government to deny This was not the case for everyone, It is vital that we do not let political or ignore the U.S. record and response though. Not everyone was sent to con- agendas get in the way of doing what is to the events that took place in the centration camps. For example, in right. I will continue to call upon the Ottoman Empire from 1915 to 1923. Trebizond, many innocent people were Turkish Government to accept com- Those of us who have been fighting for put on ships and then thrown over- plete accountability for the Armenian this recognition will not give up. We board into the Black Sea. genocide. To heal the wounds of the are committed, and we will not quit The atrocities of the Armenian Geno- past, the Turkish Government must fighting until this Nation finally recog- cide were still being carried out in 1921 first recognize its responsibility for ac- nizes the Armenian genocide as geno- when Kemalists were found abusing tions of past leaders. cide. and starving prisoners to death. In Nothing we can do or say, Mr. Speak- President Bush had a golden oppor- total, as has been pointed out, over 1.5 er, will bring back those who perished; tunity, Mr. Speaker, to recognize the million Armenians were killed. This but we can honor those who lost their genocide today in annual statements does not include the half a million or homes, their freedom, and their lives made by the President. From state- more who were forced to flee their by teaching future generations the les- ments that candidate Bush made, one homes and flee to foreign countries. sons of the atrocities. would have believed as President he would use the word ‘‘genocide’’ today. Mr. Speaker, together with Arme- f nians all over the world and people of But sadly, today, the President chose PAYING TRIBUTE TO THOSE LOST conscience, I would like to honor those not to use the word ‘‘genocide,’’ thus IN THE ARMENIAN GENOCIDE who lost their homes, their freedom minimizing the events from 1915 to 1923 and their lives during this dark period. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. that we commemorate this evening. I know many Armenian-Americans Many survivors of the genocide came ROGERS of Michigan). Under a previous will feel betrayed because of President to the United States seeking a new be- order of the House, the gentleman from Bush’s inaction today. In public state- ginning, my grandfather among them. New Jersey (Mr. PALLONE) is recog- ments and letters to Armenian organi- The experiences of his childhood so nized for 5 minutes. zations and individuals during his Pres- fueled his desire for freedom for his Ar- Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise this evening, as my colleagues and I do idential campaign, Bush said, ‘‘The menian homeland that in the first 20th century was marred by wars of un- world war he returned there where he every year at this time, in a proud but solemn tradition to remember and pay imaginable brutality, mass murders, was awarded two medals of honor for and genocide. History records that the bravery in his fight against fascism. tribute to the victims of one of his- tory’s worst crimes against humanity, Armenians were the first people of the It is important that we do not forget last century to have endured these cru- about these terrible atrocities because, the Armenian genocide of 1929 through 1933. elties.’’ as other speakers have said and as Win- Bush went on to say, ‘‘If elected The genocide began 86 years ago ston Churchill said, ‘‘Those who do not President, I would ensure that our Na- today. Mr. Speaker, I have long sup- learn from the past are destined to re- tion properly recognizes the tragic suf- ported legislation that would put the peat it.’’ fering of the Armenian people.’’ But it U.S. House of Representatives offi- For those in America who think this is unfortunate that the President did cially on the record in recognizing the is only a sad story, and it certainly is not stand by these words today. a sad story, they need to take note Armenian genocide. I am trying not to be partisan here, that Armenia has taken great strides Last fall, the bipartisan Armenian Mr. Speaker. Obviously, I am dis- in achieving its independence over the genocide bill was approved by the Com- appointed with President Bush, as I past 8 years. mittee on International Relations by a was disappointed with President Clin- vote of 24 to 11. On October 19 of last b 1915 ton before him. year, the legislation was finally sched- For anyone who has any doubts Once it was a captive nation strug- uled for a vote on the House floor. I am about the truth of the Armenian geno- gling to preserve its centuries-old cus- confident that if the vote had ever oc- cide, they can just go down the street toms. Today the Republic of Armenia curred, the Armenian genocide legisla- to the National Archives, where vol- is an independent, freedom-loving na- tion would have passed with over- umes of historical records prove what tion and a friend to the United States whelming bipartisan support. really happened. Five years from now, and to the democratic world. In a last-minute effort to ensure the we will have the opportunity to visit a Let us remember today, April 24, legislation never came to the floor for genocide museum here in Washington. 2001, marks the 86th anniversary of one a vote, the Turkish Government sent a The museum, which will be located at of the most gruesome human atrocities threat to President Clinton that Amer- 14th and G streets in the Northwest of the 20th century. Sadly, it was the ican soldiers stationed in the region area of our Nation’s Capital, will be a systematic killing of 1.5 million Arme- would be in jeopardy if a vote ever took permanent reminder of the atrocities nian men, women, and children. place. This threat was enough for of 1915 to 1923. Let us remember that prior to his in- President Clinton to send a letter to Mr. Speaker, I include for the vasion of Poland in 1939 and subsequent the Speaker of this House requesting RECORD the remarks of my friend, Nazi oppression, Adolph Hitler at- that the legislation be pulled from the Ross Vartian, the director of planning tempted to justify his own actions by schedule. for this new museum, who discussed simply stating, ‘‘After all, who remem- Essentially, the Speaker and Presi- this issue. bers the Armenians?’’ As we do not ig- dent Clinton, and therefore the govern- The statement by Mr. Vartian is as nore the occurrence of the Nazi Holo- ment of the United States, both execu- follows: caust, we must not ignore the Arme- tive and legislative, succumbed to the STATEMENT BY ROSS VARTIAN, DIRECTOR OF nian genocide. threats of the Turkish Government. I PLANNING, ARMENIAN NATIONAL INSTITUTE, I believe many people across the believe this was shameful. Italy and KNIGHTS OF VARTAN TIMES SQUARE MAR- world will concede this is a very tender France did not give in to the Turkish TYR’S DAY EVENT, APRIL 22, 2001 and difficult event to discuss. What we Government last year when both these The Armenian National Institute, or ANI, do tonight is not to condemn the Turk- nations approved an Armenian geno- extends its deep appreciation to the Knights of Vartan for once again organizing this ish people. Rather, it is to recognize cide resolution. year’s Martyr’s Day Commemoration. We the actions of the past and past wrongs I am also proud that State and local recognize the leadership of Grand Com- in order to ensure that we do not re- governments here in the United States mander Robert Barsam, this event’s Chair- peat them. are stepping out in front of the Federal man Sam Azadian, Martyr’s Day Committee April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1527 members Hirant Gulian & Leon Nigogosian, But it is also our hope that this place will cide occurred in 1915 when the Ottoman and all the other dedicated volunteers who provide public officials with a greater degree Empire began to force Armenians from made it possible for us to be here today to of moral conviction, courage and vision so their homeland, and it lasted until remember our losses, celebrate our survivors that they summarily reject the incessant 1923. These 8 years saw the deaths of 1.5 and commit to a future without Genocide. threats that emanate from Turkish officials I am here today to talk about the future to sever diplomatic and economic relations million innocent victims and 500,000 ex- Armenian Genocide Museum and memorial. when any government dares to affirm the Ar- iled survivors. When complete, this complex in our nation’s menian Genocide. The public officials with Despite the tremendous magnitude of capital just two blocks from the White House you today have demonstrated by their pres- the genocide, the world stood by as will be the first ever Museum and Memorial ence and other official actions that they re- families were torn asunder and mil- about the Armenian Genocide anywhere in ject Turkey’s denials and threats. the Diaspora. Ladies and gentlemen . . . lions of lives were taken. Therefore, On behalf of the Armenian National Insti- Through this facility, we will remind the today, as we stand in recognition of the tute, I am pleased to outline our vision for world of Hitler’s chilling cynicism on victims of this Armenian genocide, we what will be in the not too distant future a humankind’s predilection to forget. also stand in recognition of the guilt of state of the art museum and memorial com- Through this facility, we will enthusiasti- complicity of all nations that turned plex dedicated to Armenian Genocide re- cally support collaborative work between membrance, research and education, as well away when faced with this great trag- turks and Armenians. We have seen in this edy. as serving as another powerful voice for great country the redemptive value of facing Genocide prevention. history squarely, and we will promote a dia- There is no doubt that calling events Washington is justifiably renown for the logue to secure the same benefits for our two by their rightful name, genocide, is an quality of its museums, and we have set as peoples. important element of this recognition our standard to match the best that our na- Through this facility we will promote of responsibility. tion’s capital has to offer. Therefore, we international condemnation of and action warmly welcome the solidarity and support against any government of people that at- Had we heeded the lessons that of the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum, tempts to do what was done to our people at emerged from the massacre, perhaps we whose superb exhibits and programs have in- the beginning of the last century. could have avoided other great trage- spired and empowered millions. We must succeed in this unprecedented ef- In all candor, we have just begun our work. dies in this century. In quietly letting fort in the name of our martyred millions, in the sorrow of the Armenian people go The acquisition of this marquee property in tribute to those who survived and estab- the heart of Washington, DC has served as lished new Armenian communities through- unresolved, however, we allow their the catalyst to undertake a comprehensive, out the world, and in honor of countless non- tragedy to repeat itself over and over multi-year planning,design and development Armenians who protested this crime against again in Germany in the 1930s and process. We are currently reviewing pro- humanity and who saved tens of thousands 1940s, in Rwanda in the 1990s, and else- posals from competitive teams or architects, from oblivion. where throughout the world. museum designers and property developers Finally ladies and gentlemen, we will suc- to recommend the best space utilization op- ceed not only to remember the past but also Today, as we once again honor the tion for the properties we have acquired. We to enhance the security of the people of Ar- victims of the Armenian genocide, on are aware that only the best professional tal- menian and Karabagh—and to help insure behalf of the Sixth District of Massa- ent will suffice for our purposes. that the world never forgets the cataclysmic chusetts, I also honor the commitment The Armenian National Institute accepts price of indifference and inaction. and perseverance of Armenian-Ameri- the privilege and responsibility of creating a We look forward to this historic challenge physical complex second to none and of cre- cans who have tirelessly struggled to and we welcome all who wish to join us. ating exhibits and programs that will be as ensure that the great sorrow of their Thank you in advance for your generous sup- inspirational and empowering as those in the people becomes known to all people. port. Holocaust Memorial Museum and other lead- As we in Congress continue to con- ing interactive museums around the world. Mr. Speaker, the Armenian genocide ANI is also aware of the special responsi- is a painful subject to discuss for me front issues of international peace and bility of completing the first ever Armenian and others. We must never forget, security, we would do well to remem- Genocide Museum and Memorial outside Ar- though, what happened, and never ber this message: never forget. menia. Fully recognizing that the entire cease speaking out. We must overcome community will wish to engage, ANI will f seek the active participation of our incred- the denials and the indifference, and ibly diverse Armenian Diaspora and ances- keep alive the memory and truth of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a tral homeland. This is, after all, a presen- what happened to the Armenian people previous order of the House, the gen- tation about all Armenians for humankind. in the past, as we work to see in this tleman from California (Mr. BERMAN) is No organization would have the right to tragic history that it never be re- recognized for 5 minutes. present the modern Armenian saga without peated. first seeking out the resources and perspec- (Mr. BERMAN addressed the House. tives of the entire community. f His remarks will appear hereafter in The museum and memorial complex will be The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a the Extensions of Remarks.) a permanent place for generations of visitors previous order of the House, the gen- that will be made possible by all Armenians, tleman from Florida (Mr. BILIRAKIS) is f joined by others of good will who appreciate recognized for 5 minutes. its universal moral implications. (Mr. BILIRAKIS addressed the Our project is timely. Those who would House. His remarks will appear here- HONORING THE MEMORY OF THE deny the Armenian Genocide are now limited ARMENIAN GENOCIDE to Turkish officials and those beyond Turkey after in the Extensions of Remarks.) who invoke political and economic ration- f The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a ales for their support. previous order of the House, the gen- In the academic arena, the uncontestable RECOGNIZING THE ARMENIAN GENOCIDE tleman from New York (Mr. ROYCE) is fact of the Armenian Genocide has been recognized for 5 minutes. overwhelmingly affirmed. Similarly, in sec- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a ondary schools and universities throughout previous order of the House, the gen- Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I would the western world, students of Holocaust and tleman from Massachusetts (Mr. like to begin by thanking the Armenia Genocide studies routinely examine the case caucus for bringing us together to of the Armenian Genocide to learn its spe- TIERNEY) is recognized for 5 minutes. Mr. TIERNEY. Mr. Speaker, I also honor the memory of the greatest trag- cific and universal lessons. edy of Armenian history. This tragedy Nevertheless, the struggle continues be- rise here this evening to speak of one tween remembrance and denial—and remem- of the great horrors of our century, and holds a valuable historical lesson for brance and indifference. that is the Armenian genocide. As a all of us. It is our hope that this center will serve as member of the Congressional Caucus I myself in California growing up got the nexus to broaden awareness of the Arme- on Armenian Issues, I once again join a to know several Armenian families. nian Genocide throughout the academic and One man, one elderly man in one of the educational communities whose focus is large number of colleagues in recog- human rights, the responsibility of majori- nizing the great tragedy of the Arme- families that I knew, he was the sole ties towards minorities, and the horrified nian people. survivor of the Armenian genocide. So consequences for peoples and groups at risk As we all know and has been stated the lessons are not just for those that in the absence of safeguards. here several times tonight, this geno- were directly involved; it is for all of H1528 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 us. It is for all of us to know it is im- porated the story of Armenian geno- governments, and activists around the portant that we as Americans acknowl- cide in the social studies curriculum. world to do more for the people who edge this genocide. That is what we are California is doing the right thing. have the virus and to do more to stop talking about today. As of last September, California law the spread of the disease. Some 56 years ago, my father entered now permits victims of the Armenian Soon after I returned from Botswana, Dachau concentration camp in Ger- genocide and their heirs to use Cali- I sponsored an HIV/AIDS roundtable many with the Seventh Army. He took fornia courts to pursue unpaid insur- discussion in my district that consists photographs there that day of those ance claims. The tentative settlement of public health officials, community surviving that genocide, those starving reached between heirs of Armenian activists, HIV/AIDS case managers, people that the American troops fed genocide victims and New York Life In- community health providers, doctors, and liberated. surance over claims that New York individuals suffering from HIV/AIDS. I He remembers the quote from Adolph Life failed to honor are an estimated sponsored this roundtable because my Hitler when Hitler was cautioned by 2,500 valid insurance claims. That is a district in eastern North Carolina has a the German chiefs of staff about his good start. high incidence of HIV/AIDS. genocidal plans. Of course, as we have The Armenian genocide is not simply Eastern North Carolina, which in- heard tonight, Hitler’s retort was, a problem of the past; it has implica- cludes more than my district, all on ‘‘Who remembers the Armenians?’’ tions for the future. Our actions now the south side of 95 North, the Inter- Well, 86 years ago today, the Otto- will lay the groundwork for addressing state, about 25 counties indeed have 30 man Empire set out on a well-orches- genocide whenever it threatens to percent of the State’s HIV disease. trated campaign to exterminate a race erupt again. That only represents, by the way, only of people. On that day, they began the Many of the survivors of the genocide 20 percent of our population. Clearly campaign by focusing on the Armenian and their descendents now live, as I this is an issue that is affecting us both religious and political and intellectual say, in the United States, many in domestically as well as internation- leaders that they arrested in Con- California. This 85-year-old tragedy is ally. stantinople, and they murdered them. more than an event in history. By rec- Given the loss of lives AIDS has In the years that followed, Arme- ognizing and learning about the crime caused, the destruction of entire com- nians living under Ottoman rule were against humanity, we can begin to munities, the long-term impact of eco- systematically deprived of their prop- honor the courage of its victims and nomic growth, we must step up our ef- erty, their individual rights, and ulti- commemorate the strides made by its fort to fight the devastating disease. mately, of their lives. As we have survivors. With children dying at the age of 15 heard, between 1915 and 1923, the num- and the life expectancy in most of Afri- f ber of deaths was horrific. Some 1.5 ca of 45 years for children born in some million Armenians were murdered and b 1930 countries, something must be done. In- 500,000 were deported from their home- HIV AND AIDS PANDEMIC HAS deed, children being born in these land; and at the end of these 8 years, DEVASTATED MANY COUNTRIES countries cannot expect to live long. the Armenian population of Anatolia IN AFRICA There is very little future. and western Armenia was virtually To ignore the problem is to our own eliminated. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. peril, but to know the impact of AIDS Henry Morgenthau, the U.S. ambas- ROGERS of Michigan). Under a previous and then to ignore it is to our own sador to the Ottoman Empire at the order of the House, the gentlewoman shame. time, characterized this as a death from North Carolina (Mrs. CLAYTON) is I applaud the pharmaceutical compa- warrant to a whole race. Morgenthau recognized for 5 minutes. nies for dropping the lawsuit to pre- recognized that this campaign was eth- Mrs. CLAYTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise vent South Africa from importing nic cleansing. It is unfortunate that before my colleagues to talk about the cheaper anti-AIDS drugs and medi- the Turkish Government to this day HIV and AIDS pandemic. The AIDS cines. Now we must increase efforts to does not recognize this. Willful igno- pandemic has devastated many coun- provide affordable anti-AIDS drugs to rance of the lessons of history all but tries in Africa, leaving few men and all who need them. I challenge the ensures that those mistakes can be women and children untouched. Sub- pharmaceutical industry, countries made again. Sahara Africa has been far more se- worldwide, and the United States gov- In the last Congress, I joined 143 of verely infected by AIDS than any other ernment to engage in a collected effort my colleagues to cosponsor a congres- part of the world. In 16 countries, all in to get the necessary drugs to people in- sional resolution recognizing the Ar- sub-Sahara Africa, more than 1 in 10 fected with HIV/AIDS. menian genocide. The resolution ex- adults is affected by the HIV virus. Mr. Speaker, I include for the pressly differentiated between the According to a joint report issued by RECORD two publications on this issue, Ottoman Empire and the modern day the United Nations Program on HIV one from The New York Times and the Republic of Turkey. We understand and AIDS, one-half or more of all 15 other from The Washington Post, as these are not the same governments. year-olds will eventually die of AIDS in follows: Unfortunately, despite hard-fought some of the worst areas affected such [From the New York Times, Apr. 21, 2001] efforts, the resolution was never able as Zambia, South Africa, and Bot- DESPITE LEGAL VICTORY, SOUTH AFRICA to come to the House floor last Con- swana. Over 34 million HIV/AIDS cases HESITATES ON AIDS DRUGS gress because of concerns, in my mind are in the world, and 24 million or 70 (By Rachel L. Swarns) concerns without merit, with Turkey’s percent are in Africa. JOHANNESBURG, April 20.—With the Cham- reaction. I believed then, as I do now, I recently visited Botswana to see up pagne consumed and the celebration over, that it remains important for the Con- close the destruction this disease has advocates for AIDS patients today turned gress to go on the record. caused. Approximately 35 percent of their attention from the South African gov- Beyond affirming the U.S. record on Botswana’s adult population is affected ernment’s legal victory over the drug indus- by HIV. AIDS has cut the life expect- try and looked to the future. the Armenian genocide, the resolution With sinking hearts, many concluded that encouraged awareness and under- ancy in Botswana from 71 years to 39, the next big barrier to expanding access to standing of what genocide is, and this according to Karen Stanecki of the AIDS drugs might well be the government crime against humanity has been com- United States Census Bureau during an itself. pounded to this day by those who appearance at an international AIDS The drug industry conceded South Africa’s refuse to recognize it. The victims and conference held in South Africa in July right to import cheaper brand-name medi- their families, many of whom live in of 2000. cines, but the governing African National the United States, are owed this rec- The visit that I made strengthened Congress was not aggressively charting the way forward. ognition. That is why we must have my conviction to do my part in bring- Instead, in its online newspaper, the party this resolution pass this floor. ing the awareness to this issue and to was ticking off countless reasons why the In my home State of California, the work with my colleagues in Congress, country should think twice about providing State Board of Education has incor- national governments, State and local lifesaving AIDS cocktails. April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1529 In this, the ruling party was echoing the being assailed here and abroad for his stance, into an uproar late last month when Carol health minister, Dr. Manto Tshabalala- Mr. Mbeki withdrew from the AIDS debate Bellamy, executive director of the U.N. Chil- Msimang, who dashed the hopes of her allies last year. dren’s Fund, declared in a New York Times on Thursday when she made it clear that And in recent months, the government has op-ed article that ‘‘UNICEF is prepared to providing AIDS drugs was not a government taken positive steps, announcing a pilot pro- step forward as the lead United Nations priority, even though the drug industry had gram to distribute anti-retrovirals to preg- agency in the procurement of anti-retroviral just dropped its objections to a law that al- nant women to prevent transmission to new- drugs on behalf of individual countries.’’ lows South Africa to import brand-name born; accepting a drug company donation to That offer, reportedly not cleared with drugs at the lowest prices available. treat opportunistic infections; and devel- U.N. Secretary General Kofi Annan, upset When pressed about her plans for treating oping guidelines for the proper use of anti- WHO Director General Gro Harlem the nation’s 4.7 million people infected with retrovirals in the private sector. Brundtland, who saw it as a premature pol- H.I.V., Dr. Tshabalala-Msimang insisted that But Dr. Thabalala-Msimang emphasized icy proposal, as well as a public challenge to the government was already offering ade- that programs to provide anti-retrovirals for WHO’s primacy on AIDS. U.N. agencies in quate care without costly AIDS drugs. adults were not coming anytime soon. charge of development and population, Mark Heywood, a lawyer who helped orga- ‘‘For the moment, the best advice is to among others, voiced disapproval, even as nize the street protests that applied pressure treat opportunistic infections,’’ she said on they, too, clamored to claim a share of on the drug industry to drop its lawsuit Thursday. She added that such treatment, money that is not yet available. against South Africa, said today that the along with improved diet and counseling, ‘‘They are sort of like sharks when there’s minister’s remarks felt ‘‘like a stab in the would ‘‘allow people with H.I.V. to manage blood in the water,’’ said one close observer back.’’ And her comments and those from their lives and participate adequately.’’ of the U.N. process. ‘‘There is money in the the A.N.C. have revived concerns about the ‘‘We are indeed treating people who are air.’’ government’s commitment to providing the H.I.V. positive,’’ Dr. Thabalala-Mismang Apart from the United Nations, others medicines in a country with more people in- continued, in response to repeated questions have proposed uses for new funding. Early fected with H.I.V. than any other. about when anti-retroviral programs might this month, Harvard economist Jeffrey This morning, Mr. Heywood and other ad- be available. ‘‘It is not correct to say that Sachs proposed establishment of a massive vocates for AIDS patients gathered to con- just because we do not provide anti- global AIDS fund to purchase anti-retroviral sider a new campaign to pressure drug com- retrovirals that we are not treating people.’’ drugs for Africa. AIDS activists criticized panies to lower prices of AIDS drugs in the the proposal, which would involve patent- private sector. But they also decided to focus [From the Washington Post, Apr. 23, 2001] holding pharmaceutical companies, for not favoring generic producers who have offered on the government, and to turn up the heat GLOBAL AIDS STRATEGY MAY PROVE ELU- if necessary, to persuade health officials to even cheaper prices. SIVE; MORE FUNDS AVAILABLE, BUT CON- Two days later, Microsoft founder Bill work harder to bring the AIDS drugs readily SENSUS LACKING Gates called a news conference to warn that available in the West to the poor in South (By Karen DeYoung) the treatment emphasis risked undermining Africa. ‘‘Our work on the court case shows our After a string of victories in the long bat- prevention efforts. Gates’s family foundation has given hundreds of millions of dollars to willingness to enter into partnership, but we tle for lower-priced AIDS drugs in poor coun- the international fight against AIDS—the will not shirk from very difficult engage- tries, health care experts, AIDS activists and major donors are facing what might be an most of any single donor. ments with the government,’’ Mr. Heywood After years of being shamed by inter- said. ‘‘Yesterday was an important and em- even tougher challenge—agreeing on a uni- fied strategy to fight the pandemic. national pressure, the major pharmaceutical powering victory. But we’re measuring suc- companies are now offering the three-drug cess by bringing real medicines to real peo- ‘‘Now is when the hard part starts,’’ said Johnathan Quick, head of the essential medi- anti-retroviral AIDS ‘‘cocktail’’ to some ple.’’ poor countries for less than a tenth of the On Thursday, 39 drug companies agreed to cines division of the Geneva-based World Health Organization. developed world’s $10,000 per patient per year drop a lawsuit intended to block a law that starting price. Patent-busting generic pro- would expand access to cheaper medicines. One debate among health experts and ac- tivists concerns whether to concentrate new ducers have offered even lower prices. Among other things, it would allow the gov- Nongovernmental activists riding high ernment to buy brand-name drugs that advo- resources on sophisticated treatment—even at newly reduced prices—to improve and pro- after humbling the pharmaceutical industry cates say are sold more cheaply in India and on the price issue are calling on African gov- Brazil than in South Africa. long the lives of those in advanced stages of the disease, or on AIDS prevention, less ex- ernments to immediately start positioning But the law, which will take effect in sev- themselves to provide the drugs. They point pensive treatment of AIDS-related diseases eral months, is unlikely to expand access to Brazil, whose government produces its and basic health programs aimed at stopping significantly. The drugs are still expensive own anti-retrovirals and distributes them for the disease’s spread. More than 36 million for South Africa, and the health care system free. here, particularly in rural areas, is still people worldwide, the vast majority of them ‘‘I think the big decisions are not with the largely unprepared to administer such com- in sub-Saharan Africa, are infected with the co-opted northern bureaucrats,’’ said James plicated medicines and to monitor patients. human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), which Love of the Washington-based Consumer Advocates for AIDS patients acknowledge causes AIDS. Project on Technology, a Ralph Nader-affili- those obstacles. Still, many had hoped to Resolving this and other differences has ated group that analyzes drug pricing. Love, hear a sense of urgency from the government taken on new urgency as donors have indi- who along with other activists advocates by- about addressing them. cated willingness to provide substantial new passing the big companies and going straight Other African countries that are poorer funds for a global AIDS campaign. Uneasy into import and production of generic drugs, than South Africa and that have even weak- about a lack of coordination, some donors, called on African governments to ‘‘have the er health systems have already moved ahead led by Britain’s Department for Inter- guts’’ to move forward with new authorizing with pilot programs that provide anti- national Development, this month issued laws. retrovirals at a low cost. The countries in- what some described as an ultimatum to But some have warned that such a strategy clude Ivory Coast, Uganda and Senegal. UNAIDS—the consortium of U.N. agencies is ultimately counterproductive. They point Botswana, a relatively wealthy African and the World Bank that oversees inter- out that Africa has neither the health infra- country, hopes to provide the medicines to national AIDS efforts. structure nor the personnel to support wide- all of its citizens who need them by the end ‘‘They told us they want something put on spread use of the complicated treatment re- of the year. the table,’’ said a senior representative of a gime. There are currently 14 anti-retroviral Many people here hoped South Africa UNAIDS member. ‘‘They challenged us to drugs, patented by a handful of major com- would be next. AIDS activists want the gov- have a common view.’’ panies, used in various combinations to com- ernment to consider financing plans, to start At a meeting in London today, members of pose the three-drug cocktail. New drugs will training nurses and doctors and upgrading UNAIDS are scheduled to present a broad be needed as existing compounds become less local hospitals and to put together a na- proposal for an international AIDS trust effective, and many companies are involved tional treatment plan. fund administered by both contributing and in the search for a vaccine. Other activists are pressuring the govern- recipient countries. Participating in the The companies have argued that generic ment to apply for special permission to im- meeting will be delegates from the United producers do not pay for research and devel- port cheap generic versions of the patented States, Britain and other members of the opment, and unless the world trade system AIDS drugs, which would finally bring the Group of 8; the Scandinavian countries and can guarantee that future patents will be ‘‘cocktails’’ within reach. the Netherlands; and major private donors, protected, research funds will be diminished. But the government is clearly reluctant to including the Gates Foundation. Questions Many Africans say they don’t want to be take the preliminary steps to get those drugs about how to spend the money would be de- pushed. ‘‘We wouldn’t like any further to the dying. cided by a joint governing committee formed delay’’ in caring for South Africa’s more Some suspect this reluctance may come of donors and aid recipients. than 4 million HIV-infected people, Foreign from President Thabo Mbeki, who has pub- Getting various organizations and coun- Minister Nkosazana Dlamini-Zuma said last licly questioned the safety of the drugs and tries in line for a common approach has not week as the major pharmaceutical compa- whether H.I.V. causes the disease. After been easy. The United Nations was thrown nies withdrew from a three-year lawsuit to H1530 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 prevent her government from authorizing with AIDS. While not a cure for AIDS, above that, he was an outstanding per- import and production of generic drugs. ‘‘But certainly the drugs have allowed many son. This is a devastating loss to our regulations have to be done before any laws American citizens and citizens living school, our community and our city. can be implemented. We’ll do what we can, in developing countries to live longer. This is a kid who would have been lead- not because of pressure, but because we think it’s right.’’ These drugs are out of reach to most in ing our country someday.’’ Other African seemed caught between their Africa. Until we find a cure for AIDS, Eden Prairie’s boys’ hockey coach, desire to get to the front of the line for new treatment must be affordable and ac- Lee Smith, also coached John and said, funding and early resentment of the expected cessible. Treatment can prolong life, ‘‘He was also the kind of person that if new onslaught of advice and dictates from indeed give substantially more quality you spent 2 minutes around, you would developed countries. ‘‘A Ugandan colleague of life. In the United States, we now see dedication, love, charisma and en- told me that the biggest epidemic lately is have AIDS-related treatments and that ergy. John was one of the greatest role the epidemic of initiatives,’’ one European models who has ever gone through our aid official said. has added to the mortality. The proposal that was to be outlined today Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to high school.’’ in London leaves open the question of how act on this. At West Point, John was a freshman hockey player and was called up to much should be spent on drugs. UNAIDS has f estimated that a minimum of $3 billion a play with the varsity this past season. year is needed to establish basic HIV preven- TRIBUTE TO WEST POINT CADET From all reports by West Point offi- tion and non-anti-retroviral treatment in JOHN HEINMILLER cials and coaches, John had already sub-Saharan Africa alone. Adding the anti- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a distinguished himself and was headed retroviral drugs, even at bargain-basement previous order of the House, the gen- for great success. prices, would bring that total to about $10 Above all, Mr. Speaker, John billion. tleman from Minnesota (Mr. RAMSTAD) International contributions currently total is recognized for 5 minutes. Heinmiller loved his family very dear- less than $1 billion a year. According to a Mr. RAMSTAD. Mr. Speaker, the ly. His younger brothers and sister General Accounting Office report released people of Eden Prairie, Minnesota are were his best friends. As John’s dad last month, Africa expenditures in the fight in mourning today as they grieve the told me yesterday, ‘‘His mother and I against HIV/AIDS in fiscal 2000 by the U.S. loss of a favorite son, West Point Cadet could not have asked for a better son in Agency for International Development—the John Heinmiller. every way.’’ largest national donor—totaled $114 million. There are no words to adequately Mr. Speaker, my prayer today is that The GAO report noted that amount ‘‘trans- Cadet John Heinmiller’s legacy will in- lated into per capita expenditures for 23 sub- convey our sympathy to Cadet Heinmiller’s family. Our hearts and spire all of us to greater heights. We Saharan African countries’’ ranging from thank God for the way John lived his $0.78 in Zambia to $0.03 in the Democratic prayers go out to John’s father John, Republic of Congo. his mother Julie, and younger brothers life and the wonderful role model he In its budget resolution passed this month, and sister Joe, Jimmy and Sue, on was. We are also grateful to John for the Senate voted to increase total inter- Cadet Heinmiller’s tragic death early his service to country at West Point. May John Heinmiller’s spirit con- national AIDS spending to $1 billion over the Sunday in Garrison, New York. next two years, although President Bush’s tinue to live in each of us and may God John’s loving family and countless budget proposes only a small fraction of that bless his family and friends. amount. friends are in shock over the passing of The European Union, as well as its indi- this remarkable young man who ‘‘left f vidual members, and Japan have said they an indelible mark on friends, coaches ARMENIAN GENOCIDE are prepared to provide major new funds. and teachers,’’ to quote from today’s But nobody believes that $10 billion is a re- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a front page article in the Star Tribune. previous order of the House, the gentle- alistic expectation for the near or middle Mr. Speaker, John’s death is not only term, and choices will have to be made. woman from California (Ms. WOOLSEY) ‘‘The exclusive focus on the issue of patent a great tragedy for his wonderful fam- is recognized for 5 minutes. rights and prices of drugs really has over- ily, but also a great tragedy for Eden Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise ridden the much more fundamental question Prairie High School and the United this evening to once again reflect on of how you actually get these services out States Military Academy. John was the atrocities suffered by the Armenian and how you blunt the epidemic itself,’’ said loved and respected by everyone who people at the hands of the Ottoman one international health official who asked knew him. Of the several hundred serv- Turks 86 years ago. not to be identified. ‘‘If all of these resources ice academy nominations that I have go to treating the terminally ill, then we can Little did anyone know that, on this in fact see this process turn into one that’s made over the past decade, John truly very day, April 24, 1915, that day would really negative for the development of effec- stands out for his remarkable personal forever signify the beginning of a Turk- tive prevention programs. qualities. ish campaign to eliminate the Arme- ‘‘It’s so politically incorrect to say, but we John was not only a star in hockey, nian people from the face of this Earth. may have to sit by and just see these mil- football and the classroom, John was a Over the following 8 years, 1.5 million lions of [already infected] people die,’’ he star in the way he conducted his life. Armenians perished. Hundreds of Ar- said, acknowledging that this was an option As I said, when I nominated John to menian religious, political, and intel- that would be considered unacceptable in the West Point: ‘‘John Heinmiller is des- developed world. ‘‘Very few public health lectual leaders were massacred. More professionals are willing to take on the tined for success at the Military Acad- than 500,000 were exiled from their wrath of AIDS activists by saying that. But emy and beyond because he has it all: homes. Armenian civilization, one of a whole lot of them talk about this in pri- highly intelligent, a great student ath- the oldest civilizations, virtually vate.’’ lete, personally charming, a quick wit ceased to exist. Mr. Speaker, I mentioned the life ex- and, most importantly, integrity and Sadly, little attention is paid to this pectancy of some in Africa of 45. To character that we need in our future tragic episode of 20th century history. continue to watch this disease shorten leaders.’’ But that is why I join my colleagues, the lives of most people, again, is a It is not easy to stand out, Mr. as I have each year since I was elected challenge to us morally; and it is to Speaker, the way John Heinmiller did to Congress, to remember one of the our peril if we do not understand the at a high school renowned for its ath- most tragic events that humankind has implication it has, not only on global letics with more than 3,000 students. ever witnessed. trade, but also in national security. An honors student, John was so highly But, unfortunately, as time wears on, South African government also now respected for his leadership qualities so much of it has faded into memory, has an opportunity and also a chal- that his teammates at Eden Prairie and people begin to forget what oc- lenge. They must respond to the vic- High School voted him senior captain curred during that horrific time. Even tory of the pharmaceutical companies of both his football and hockey teams. worse, as time passes, and people are withdrawing their lawsuit by seeking He also earned his school’s highest ath- distracted from the atrocities, medications for the 4.3 million people. letic honor the Scott Ryski Award. naysayers and revisionists have the op- They cannot stand by and do nothing. As his Eden Prairie High School foot- portunity to change this generation’s In the United States, people have ball coach Mike Grant put it best, understanding of the Armenian geno- been living longer with HIV virus and ‘‘John was a good football player, but cide. April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1531 Just as outrageous is that this geno- Constantinople. This was the beginning back those who perished, but we can cide has gone unpunished, and an inter- of an organized, brutal campaign to honor their memories with everlasting national court has yet to condemn the eliminate the Armenian presence from meaning by teaching the lessons of the massacre of an entire nation. In part, the Ottoman Empire. This campaign Armenian genocide to the next genera- this is because the current leaders in lasted for over 8 years. During this tion. Istanbul will not acknowledge the time, Armenians were systematically As the great philosopher George San- crime committed. uprooted from their homeland of over tayana once said, ‘‘Those who do not That is why it is imperative that the 3,000 years and eliminated through remember the past are condemned to United States House of Representatives massacres or deportation. But Arme- repeat it.’’ Let us learn our lesson and becomes a voice in the campaign to nians are strong people, and their never forget the Armenians. recognize and acknowledge the Arme- dream of freedom did not die. More f nian genocide. That is why we must than 70 years after the genocide, the The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. support the Bonior-Radanovich resolu- new Republic of Armenia was born as ROGERS of Michigan). Under a previous tion. the Soviet Union crumbled. order of the House, the gentleman from Mr. Speaker, despite the unspeakable Today, we pay tribute to the courage Illinois (Mr. KIRK) is recognized for 5 tragedy, Armenians remain a compas- and strength of people who would not minutes. sionate, proud, and dignified people. An know defeat. I was privileged to meet (Mr. KIRK addressed the House. His Armenian civilization lives on and with many of these people this past remarks will appear hereafter in the thrives. In fact, every proud Armenian weekend on Sunday in my district Extensions of Remarks.) that walks the Earth worldwide is the where Sam Azadian along with Arch- f bishop Barsamian and many others product of generations of perseverance, EXCHANGE OF SPECIAL ORDER held a meeting where we remembered courage and hope. Thankfully, this Ar- TIME menian spirit lives on within our own the massacres. One of the survivors, borders, especially in my home State of Sano Halo, was there. Her daughter has Mr. SOUDER. Mr. Speaker, I ask California. written a book about her life entitled unanimous consent to claim the time On behalf of Armenia and on behalf ‘‘Not Even My Name.’’ It tells the of the gentleman from Illinois (Mr. of all of our Armenian friends, neigh- story of Ms. Halo who, at the age of 10, KIRK). The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there bors, and colleagues, I urge the House was uprooted with her family with objection to the request of the gen- of Representatives to recognize our re- thousands of Pontic Greeks and forced by the Turks on a brutal death march. tleman from Indiana? sponsibility to learn from the past and There was no objection. to speak out in order to prevent simi- Ms. Halo saw her entire family die of lar atrocities in the future. starvation and disease in front of her f This could well be the most impor- eyes, or assault and murder by the ARMENIAN GENOCIDE tant lesson each of us takes away from Turks. Through circumstances, she was The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a such an atrocious global experience. able to survive and has come to the previous order of the House, the gen- United States and now lives in my dis- f tleman from Indiana (Mr. SOUDER) is trict. recognized for 5 minutes. The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a Unfortunately, even with the truth- previous order of the House, the gen- Mr. SOUDER. Mr. Speaker, I would ful, thoughtful accounts from people like to take a few minutes to add my tleman from California (Mr. HORN) is who experienced the genocide such as voice and join my colleagues in remem- recognized for 5 minutes. Ms. Halo, there are those who question (Mr. HORN addressed the House. His bering and paying tribute to those Ar- the reality of the Armenian slaughter. menians who lost their lives and na- remarks will appear hereafter in the That is why it is so important that in tional identity during one of the 20th Extensions of Remarks.) this Congress we must finally pass the century’s tragic examples of persecu- f resolution documenting the Armenian tion and intolerance, the Armenian genocide. We must follow the moral ARMENIAN GENOCIDE genocide of 1915–1923. leadership of France and Italy whose Many Armenians in America, par- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a national assemblies unanimously ticularly Indiana, are the children and previous order of the House, the gentle- passed a bill that officially recognizes grandchildren of survivors. In fact, to- woman from New York (Mrs. MALONEY) the genocide of 1.5 million Armenians night I may represent the fewest num- is recognized for 5 minutes. in Turkey during and after World War ber here. I think I have either two or Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Mr. II. And we must follow the leadership six Armenians in my district. But some Speaker, as a proud member of the Ar- of many of our State legislatures. Over 20 years ago my friend, Zohrab Tazian, menian Congressional Caucus here in 27 legislatures have passed proclama- did a presentation to a Rotary Club as Washington, and we have over 90 mem- tions, resolutions, bills recognizing the I watched the historical film in the bers, and as a representative of a very genocide. background of how the Armenians were large and vibrant community of Arme- For the people of Armenia, the fight destroyed and chased, and listened to nian Americans, I rise today to join still continues today, particularly for his personal story of how his family many of my colleagues in the sad com- the Armenians of Nagorno-Karabakh, fled down to Lebanon; and eventually memoration of the Armenian genocide. who are impacted by modern day Tur- he made his way to the United States. Today we remember the tragedy key and Azerbaijan’s aggression toward It touched me, as do other human where more than 1.5 million Armenians Armenia in the continued blockade. I rights tragedies such as this. were murdered at the hands of the am hopeful that the recent talks in We commemorate this tragedy be- Turks and more than 500,000 others Key West between the Armenian and cause it marks the beginning of the were deported. Azerbaijan presidents will move them persecution, ethnic cleansing of the Ar- one step closer toward peace. A peace- menian people by the Ottoman Turks b 1945 ful solution is important to United on April 24, 1915. Armenian political, Unfortunately, there were others in- States interests. intellectual and religious leaders were cluded in this massacre, including As- We have supported Armenia with di- arrested, forcibly moved from their syrians and Pontic Greeks, bringing rect assistance and with confidence- homeland and killed. The brutality the number to well over 3.5 million lost building allocations. I strongly support continued against the Armenian people lives. the efforts of the Armenian community as families were uprooted from their Today, April 24, marks the 86th anni- to dedicate a museum and memorial homes and marched to concentration versary of the beginning of the geno- commemorating the victims of the Ar- camps in the desert where many would cide. It was on this day in 1915 that menian genocide. This year, their eventually starve to death. more than 200 Armenian religious, po- dream became a reality with the pur- In 1919 when recalling the event, the litical and intellectual leaders were chase of a building near the White U.S. Ambassador to the Ottoman Em- gathered together and murdered in House. Nothing we can say will bring pire, Henry Morgenthau, Sr. said, ‘‘I H1532 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 am confident that the whole history of Mr. Speaker, I want to thank all ler’s madness was unleashed on an un- the human race contains no such hor- those Members who have come down believing world.’’ rible episode as this. The great mas- here tonight to recognize and make And last year, Mr. Speaker, Israeli sacres and persecutions of the past sure that regardless of what Turkey Minister of Education Yossi Sarid said seem almost insignificant when com- does and regardless of what this Con- publicly, ‘‘I will do everything in order pared to the sufferings of the Armenian gress does, that the American people that Israeli children learn and know race in 1915.’’ As we heard Hitler say still hear a voice on behalf of the Ar- more about the Armenian Genocide. when he moved into the Holocaust pe- menians in this country and remember Something happened that cannot be de- riod, ‘‘Who remembers the Arme- the Armenian Genocide of 1915 to 1923, fined except as genocide; 1.5 million nians?’’ as well as our thanking all the Arme- people disappeared. It was not neg- By 1923, the religious and ideological nian organizations who have worked so ligence. It was deliberate.’’ persecution by the Ottoman Turks re- hard to keep this issue at the forefront And so scholars and eyewitnesses, sulted in the murder of 1.5 million Ar- of our minds to serve as an example of Nobel laureates and Armenian sur- menian men, women and children and the brutality of man against man. vivors have spoken for 86 long years. the displacement of an additional f And now we have entered the 21st cen- 500,000 Armenians. tury. After a long silence, governments The 20th century has borne witness EXCHANGE OF SPECIAL ORDER are beginning to respond. They are be- to many acts of brutality and savagery TIME ginning to acknowledge formally the by despotic regimes who sought to Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I ask Armenian Genocide. The European deny people human rights and religious unanimous consent to claim the time Parliament, the Parliamentary Assem- freedoms. Examples abound, such as of the gentleman from Indiana (Mr. bly of the Council of Europe and the Stalin against the Russians, Hitler VISCLOSKY). United Nations now recognize and reaf- against the Jews, Mao Tse-tung The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there firm the Armenian Genocide as histor- against the Chinese, Pol Pot against objection to the request of the gen- ical fact. In the last 5 years alone the the Cambodians, and currently Bashir tleman from Massachusetts? parliaments of Belgium, Canada, Cy- against the Sudanese. There was no objection. prus, France, Greece, Italy, Lebanon, Genocide has devastating con- f Russia and Sweden have passed resolu- sequences for society as a whole be- tions officially recognizing the Arme- REMEMBER THE ARMENIAN cause of the problems created by up- nian Genocide. GENOCIDE rooting entire populations. It is bad Last November, Pope John Paul II enough to see the persecutions that we The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a issued a communique condemning the see in Tiananmen Square, where gov- previous order of the House, the gen- Armenian Genocide as a ‘‘prologue to ernments do not acknowledge the tleman from Massachusetts (Mr. horrors’’ that would follow in the 20th shooting of civilians; but when you up- MCGOVERN) is recognized for 5 minutes. century. Earlier this year, French root entire subgroups based on their Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, each President Jacques Chirac signed into background, as has happened in Bosnia, year I am deeply humbled when we law a bill stating that France publicly as Serbia was trying to do, and clearly gather in the United States House of recognizes the Armenian Genocide of on a massive scale in Turkey vis-a-vis Representatives to honor the memory 1915. And authorities in Paris have the Armenians, it is tragic. The sur- of the 1.5 million Armenians who per- voted to erect a memorial to the geno- vivors become the ones who carry the ished and the 500,000 survivors who cide of the Armenian people. memory of the suffering and the real- were forcibly exiled from their ances- Sadly, Mr. Speaker, France has ization that their loved ones are gone. tral homes in Ottoman Turkey during achieved the moral leadership that the They are the ones who no longer have the years 1915 to 1923. Some of those United States Congress and the White a home and may feel ideological and survivors, Mr. Speaker, are part of my House have failed to fulfill. Last year, spiritual abandonment. own community in Worcester, Massa- for the first time, the Congress moved Part of the healing process for any chusetts. I had the opportunity to meet forward on a resolution officially rec- victims of genocide, including Arme- with several of them on Sunday during ognizing the Armenian Genocide, a res- nian survivors and families of sur- a special program in the historic Arme- vivors, involves acknowledgment of the olution I proudly cosponsored. Unfortu- nian Church of Our Savior. atrocity and the admission of wrong- nately, the politics of denial and polit- It is difficult to fathom a greater evil doing by those who perpetrated the ical expediency combined to thwart than the massacre and willful destruc- persecution. It is only through ac- that effort. Bowing to pressure from tion of a people. Those who deny that a knowledgment and forgiveness that it the current Turkish Government, the holocaust took place when there are re- is possible to move beyond the past. measure was kept from coming to the Unfortunately, those responsible for corded accounts of the barbarity are House floor. ordering the systematic removal of the complicit and often perpetuate a cycle So, we begin again this year. In the Armenians were never brought to jus- of violence. This is the injustice much House, I am an original cosponsor of a tice, and the Armenian Genocide has of the world has committed against the new resolution to have the United become a dark moment in history, even Armenian people. States officially recognize the Arme- an unacknowledged moment. Elie Wiesel, Nobel laureate and Holo- nian Genocide. Thirty of our States, in- It is important that we remember caust survivor, has called denial of cluding Massachusetts, have passed this tragic event and show strong lead- genocide a double killing: The denial of resolutions officially recognizing the ership by denouncing the persecution genocide seeks to reshape history in Armenian Genocide. We have a new of people due to their differences in po- order to demonize the victims and re- President, who pledged during his cam- litical and religious ideology. Who can habilitate the perpetrators and is, in paign that he would officially recog- visit the Holocaust Museum and not be effect, the final stage of genocide. nize the Armenian Genocide. I have personally touched? By establishing Nobel laureate and South African joined with over 100 of my colleagues, and continuing a discourse, we are ac- Archbishop Desmond Tutu in the Pref- Republicans and Democrats alike, in knowledging the tragedies of the past ace to the Encyclopedia of Genocide, sending a letter to President Bush ask- and remembering those awful moments which was published in 1999 by the In- ing that he honor his pledge. I believe in history so they will not be repeated. stitute on the Holocaust and Genocide in my heart that we can build on the As my friend the gentleman from Ar- in Jerusalem, writes, ‘‘It is possible progress made last year and perhaps izona (Mr. SHADEGG) says, history may that if the world had been conscious of this year, 2001, will be seen as the year not repeat itself but often it rhymes. the genocide that was committed by when Congress finally debated and ap- Acknowledgment of the Armenian the Ottoman Turks against the Arme- proved this legislation. Genocide by Turkey will help to re- nians, the first genocide of the 20th Mr. Speaker, I am blessed to rep- move this decades-old barrier and century, then perhaps humanity might resent a district that includes a vi- allow greater cooperation and under- have been more alert to the warning brant Armenian American community. standing between these two people. signs that were being given before Hit- They have educated the broader April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1533 Worcester community and indeed all of We must let the truth about these One reads, ‘‘Jeep reductions: Firm Massachusetts about the history and events be known and continue to speak warns up to 2,035 Toledo jobs to be heritage of Armenian Americans, for out against all instances of inhumanity cut.’’ The second headline read, ‘‘Ex- out of one of the greatest tragedies of against one another. To this day it is panded PT Cruiser Output Bypasses the 20th century came this community, still denied by the Turkish Govern- City of Toledo for Mexico.’’ made up of survivors of the genocide ment, just as the Nazis 2 decades later Welcome to post-NAFTA America. and the families and children of sur- denied the Holocaust. Both of these Here we have a company shifting pro- vivors. They have created houses of atrocities could have been prevented or duction from the United States at the worship, community centers, neighbor- at least mitigated if the public had expense of our workers. Make no mis- hood activists and dedicated workers in been aware of them. Sadly, it was only take, these are excellent jobs we are every profession. They are the living after the world learned of the Holo- talking about. These are not minimum- legacy. The Armenian nation survives caust and the depths to which human wage jobs with no benefits. These are in Europe, and the heritage of Armenia beings could sink in their treatment of not low-tech jobs. They are the type of thrives in America. each other that the massacre of the Ar- jobs that any community in America I will work with my colleagues to menian population of Turkey gained would fight for. These are middle-class make sure that the United States will attention as genocide. jobs. That is what Toledo and the State officially recognize the Armenian Responding to this horror, govern- of Ohio did, in fact. They went out and Genocide and that all of our children mental bodies throughout the world fought for the Jeep jobs. The taxpayers will learn this history and understand have passed resolutions and declara- invested hundreds of millions of dollars why it is part of America’s history and tions affirming the Armenian genocide, to keep those jobs in Ohio and in the culture. including Canada, Argentina, Belgium, United States, and now Chrysler is cut- f Lebanon, Vatican City, Uruguay, the ting 2,000 jobs in Toledo at the same European Parliament, the Russian time as it is adding production lines in ARMENIAN GENOCIDE Duma, the Greek Parliament, the Mexico to make the popular PT Cruis- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a Swedish Parliament and the French er. previous order of the House, the gentle- National Senate. Now President Bush wants to expand woman from Maryland (Mrs. MORELLA) Additionally, 27 States, more than NAFTA, he tells us. Is this the promise is recognized for 5 minutes. half, have also passed resolutions con- of NAFTA, 2,000 more families out of Mrs. MORELLA. Madam Speaker, I demning the Armenian genocide. I am work and good jobs in our country? Is rise this evening as a member of the very pleased that on April 9 of this this what the future looks like under a Congressional Caucus on Armenian year my own State of Maryland en- hemispheric NAFTA known as Free Issues, as have many of my colleagues, acted the Maryland Day of Remem- Trade of the Americas, FTAA? Is this to commemorate and affirm the Arme- brance of the Armenian Genocide. I, as what you get with Fast Track? nian Genocide, one of the darkest chap- had some others, had written to mem- President Bush went to Quebec City ters of the 20th century. bers of the Maryland Assembly urging last week to push for NAFTA’s expan- sion to the free trade of the Americas. b 2000 their support of the resolution. I be- lieve this measure will help educate He made some interesting claims about We have heard this repeated, and I others about this crime against hu- what his version of free trade envi- think it is worth repeating because it manity and send an appropriate mes- sions. There was some talk about labor is important that it is indelibly im- sage to the thousands of Maryland resi- rights and environmental standards planted in our minds. April 24, 1915, is dents of Armenian descent who have and democracy. That sounds well and remembered and solemnly commemo- been profoundly and personally af- good, but we need to see concrete ac- rated each year by the Armenian com- fected by the Armenian genocide and tion to back up the rhetoric. munity and people of conscience who have made tremendous contribu- In Quebec City, President Bush said throughout the world. On that day, a tions to our State in the areas of busi- it is clear to me that ours is a hemi- group of Armenian religious, political ness, agriculture, academia, govern- sphere united by freedom. How about and intellectual leaders were arrested ment, and the arts. the freedom of workers to earn a living in Constantinople, taken to the inte- We salute the proud people of Arme- wage and to know that they are pro- rior of Turkey and murdered. In the 8 nian who spent 70 years fighting Sta- tected against workplace injury and years that followed, 1.5 million Arme- linist domination and who have finally, guaranteed the right to organize the nians were murdered and 500,000 were in the past decade, achieved freedom. worth of their labor? How about the deported because of the Ottoman Em- However, these freedoms must never freedom for families to know what is in pire’s decision to attempt to eliminate allow them or us to forget the hard- their food? How about the freedom of a the Armenian people living under their ships suffered by their ancestors. Our mother on the border in Mexico know- rule. universal respect for human rights ing that the water is safe to drink and Through our bipartisan congressional must instill in all of us the continued the air fit to breathe? How about the efforts, we have and we must continue condemnation and acknowledgment of freedom for Members of Congress to to acknowledge and to remember the the Armenian genocide, one of his- have access to all the working docu- killing and the suffering inflicted on tory’s darkest chapters of the 20th cen- ments and drafts of these agreements, the Armenian people during those 8 tury. not only the multinational giants that years at the beginning of the last cen- f helped to negotiate the agreement that tury. Real people died and the results we are likely to consider? were and are still shocking. THE PRESIDENT HAD IT RIGHT In Quebec City, President Bush said, The Armenian genocide is a histor- THE FIRST TIME, THAT OUR ‘‘Our commitment to open trade must ical fact. There is a nonpartisan aca- COMMITMENT TO OPEN TRADE be matched by a strong commitment to demic consensus that between 1915 and MUST BE MATCHED BY A protecting our environment and im- 1923, 1.5 million Armenians perished at STRONG COMMITMENT TO PRO- proving labor standards.’’ But then he the hands of the crumbling Ottoman TECTING OUR ENVIRONMENT did a pirouette and he said, ‘‘We should Empire. I deeply regretted the decision The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mrs. JO not allow labor and environmental made by this body last year not to con- ANN DAVIS of Virginia). Under a pre- codicils to destroy the spirit of free sider House Resolution 596, legislation vious order of the House, the gentle- trade.’’ recognizing the Armenian genocide. If woman from Ohio (Ms. KAPTUR) is rec- He had it right the first time. we in the Congress continue to react ognized for 5 minutes. Those of us on the other side of the with silence regarding these events and Ms. KAPTUR. Madam Speaker, this argument have been saying for years are unwilling to stand up and publicly morning constituents of our Ninth Dis- that these trade agreements should condemn these atrocities, we effec- trict of Ohio woke up to reports of give individuals the same rights as tively give our approval to abuses of more job cuts at our local Jeep plant. multinational corporations. The Presi- power such as the Armenian genocide. The Toledo Blade ran two headlines. dent was wrong when he said labor and H1534 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 environmental provisions would de- sey (Mr. PALLONE) and the gentleman (Mr. SHERMAN addressed the House. stroy free trade. If free trade cannot from Michigan (Mr. KNOLLENBERG), for His remarks will appear hereafter in accommodate labor and environmental putting this Special Order together and the Extensions of Remarks.) concerns, it does not deserve to be for keeping the issue of the Armenian f known as free. genocide at the forefront here in Con- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a If the extension of the right for labor gress. previous order of the House, the gentle- to organize, the right to free speech The tragic occurrence perpetrated woman from Illinois (Ms. SCHAKOWSKY) and the right to a safe and livable envi- against the Armenian people between is recognized for 5 minutes. ronment are things that would destroy 1915 and 1925 by the Ottoman Turkish (Ms. SCHAKOWSKY addressed the a trade regime, maybe we should recon- Empire is of great concern to me and House. Her remarks will appear here- sider our trade priorities. Adding labor members of my constituency. During after in the Extensions of Remarks.) and environmental rights as a side this relatively brief time frame, over f agreement or included with fig-leaf 1.5 million Armenians were massacred The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a compromises is completely unaccept- and more than 5,000 were exiled. Unfor- previous order of the House, the gen- able. We learned our lesson with tunately, the Turkish Government has tleman from California (Mr. DOOLEY) is NAFTA, the hard way. not recognized these brutal atrocities recognized for 5 minutes. President Bush said, and I quote, ‘‘I as acts of genocide. Nor is it willing to (Mr. DOOLEY of California addressed am confident I will have trade pro- come to terms with these horrific the House. His remarks will appear motion authority by the end of the events of the past that many of their hereafter in the Extensions of Re- year because I think most people in the ancestors participated in. marks.) United States Congress understand Prior to the Armenian genocide, f that trade is beneficial to our hemi- these brave people with a history of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a sphere. over 2,500 years in the region were sub- previous order of the House, the gentle- ‘‘It is in our Nation’s best interest to ject to numerous indignities and peri- woman from California (Ms. ESHOO) is have the President have trade pro- odic massacres by the sultans of the recognized for 5 minutes. motion authority,’’ he said. Ottoman Empire. The worst of these (Ms. ESHOO addressed the House. Congress does understand that trade massacres prior to 1915 occurred in 1895 Her remarks will appear hereafter in can be beneficial to our hemisphere. when as many as 300,000 Armenian ci- the Extensions of Remarks.) We also know it can be unbeneficial. vilians were murdered, and those who f We do not need Fast Track to create a survived were left completely des- trading system that is fair to all na- titute. APRIL 24, 1915, ANNIVERSARY OF tions and workers. We need a trading Despite these events, Armenians THE ARMENIAN GENOCIDE system that will lift up workers every- have survived as a people and a culture The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a where and help us maintain our stand- throughout Europe and now through- previous order of the House, the gen- ard of living in America. We need a out the United States. The Turkish tleman from New Jersey (Mr. FER- trade agreement that will lift workers Government needs to come to terms GUSON) is recognized for 5 minutes. up, not leave behind 2,000 more families with the past and work towards im- Mr. FERGUSON. Madam Speaker, I in Toledo while factories in Mexico proving the future. Turkish groups join my colleagues today to remember gear up to meet a demand for a very have suggested that since Turks were a horrific atrocity in history, the Ar- popular vehicle on the backs of an ex- also killed during that time frame it menian genocide. April 24 is recognized ploited workforce that works for slave should not be considered a genocide. as the anniversary date of this geno- wages. Genocide is the systematic, planned cide, when Armenian intellectuals and Madam Speaker, our rallying cry as annihilation of a racial, political, or professionals in Constantinople were we approach the Free Trade Agreement cultural group. It happened to the Jews rounded up and deported or killed. of the Americas debate must be free in Germany, and it did happen to the From 1915 to 1923, a million and a trade among free people and no less. Armenians in the Ottoman Empire. half Armenians were killed and count- f I am well aware of the importance of less others suffered as a result of the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a Turkey as an ally in an unstable region systematic and deliberate campaign of previous order of the House, the gentle- and a frontline NATO state. However, genocide by the rulers of the Ottoman Empire. woman from Texas (Ms. JACKSON-LEE) the Turkish Government must offi- Half a million Armenians who es- is recognized for 5 minutes. cially recognize the atrocities of its caped death were deported to the Mid- (Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas ad- predecessors in the Ottoman Empire. I dle East. Some were fortunate enough dressed the House. Her remarks will believe that by failing to recognize such barbaric acts one becomes to escape to the United States. appear hereafter in the Extensions of Madam Speaker, I am thankful that Remarks.) complicit in them. Milan Kundera, the once-exiled Czech more than a million Armenians man- f novelist, has written, ‘‘The struggle of aged to escape the genocide and estab- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a man against power is the struggle of lish a new life here in the United previous order of the House, the gentle- memory against forgetting.’’ States. In my Seventh District in New woman from Florida (Ms. BROWN) is I believe that we, too, must continue Jersey, I am proud to represent a num- recognized for 5 minutes. to struggle against forgetting. This ber of Armenian-Americans. They have (Ms. BROWN of Florida addressed the Special Order begins that process. This enriched every aspect of New Jersey House. Her remarks will appear here- genocide and its lessons must never be life, from science to commerce to the after in the Extensions of Remarks.) forgotten. arts. f Our statements today are intended to f preserve the memory of the Armenian WE MUST CONTINUE TO STRUG- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a loss and to honor those descendants GLE AGAINST FORGETTING THE previous order of the House, the gen- who have overcome the atrocities that ARMENIAN GENOCIDE tleman from New York (Mr. WEINER) is took their grandparents, their parents, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a recognized for 5 minutes. their children, and their friends. We previous order of the House, the gen- (Mr. WEINER addressed the House. mark this anniversary each year to re- tleman from New York (Mr. CROWLEY) His remarks will appear hereafter in mind our Nation and to teach future is recognized for 5 minutes. the Extensions of Remarks.) generations about the horrors of geno- Mr. CROWLEY. Madam Speaker, I f cide and oppression endured by the Ar- stand in strong support of the Special The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a menian people. Order commemorating the Armenian previous order of the House, the gen- We must commit ourselves to ensur- genocide; and I commend my col- tleman from California (Mr. SHERMAN) ing that America remains a beacon of leagues, the gentleman from New Jer- is recognized for 5 minutes. tolerance and openness and diversity. April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1535 Madam Speaker, I commend the com- of no vehicle zones in major cities. Ad- the worldwide spread of these dan- mitment of Armenian-Americans who ditionally, there were events to protest gerous chemicals, such as dioxins. I continue to strive for world recogni- deforestation in Mexico, children ral- think that is a positive step. tion of one of the greatest atrocities of lying for the protection of endangered On Saturday, April 21, the day before the 20th century. species in Estonia and Russia; and Earth Day, at a meeting on free trade f there were tree plantings in Burmese in Quebec, the President promised to refugee camps in Thailand. link trade with a strong commitment EARTH DAY There was good news on the State to protect our environment, a move- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under level. One in particular that caught my ment that reinforces the work done by the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- attention was in the State of California his trade representative, Ambassador uary 3, 2001, the gentleman from Or- where the Department of Fish and Zoellick, who is working hard to see if egon (Mr. BLUMENAUER) is recognized Game has issued draft regulations to we can reach some bipartisan accord to for 60 minutes as the designee of the protect sea otters and other marine protect environmental values in the minority leader. mammals from deadly gill nets. These area of trade, and I commend them. Mr. BLUMENAUER. Madam Speaker, regulations are going to make a huge The administration has at least as one who came to Congress com- difference in the protection of marine agreed to attend the next round of mitted to having the Federal Govern- mammals. international talks on global climate ment be a better partner in making our In Massachusetts, that State will be- change, even though they continue communities more livable, making our come the first on a State level to limit their opposition to the Kyoto protocol families safe, healthy and economi- carbon dioxide emissions from power and have not expressed a willingness to cally secure, this last weekend in the plants under their own clean air rules. compromise and a willingness to move celebration of Earth Day was a special The new standard, which will go into forward. I hope cooler heads hopefully time. effect in June, will also limit mercury will prevail because it is inappropriate Every April 22, around the world, emissions, acid rain causing sulfur di- for the United States to abrogate lead- there is recognition of the Earth Day oxide, and smog-causing nitrogen ership in the international arena. celebrations. This was an undertaking oxide. It will apply to the State’s dirti- I appreciated the fact that the Presi- that was founded in 1970 by then U.S. est power plants that are contributing dent has decided to allow a ban on Senator Gaylord Nelson, who proposed to global warming. snowmobiles in Yellowstone and Grand a nationwide environmental protest to, There were very significant develop- Tetons National Park to take effect. It quote, shake up the political establish- ments in the Pacific Northwest, includ- was my pleasure recently to meet with ment and force this issue on to the na- ing in British Columbia where the gov- Mike Finley, the outgoing super- tional agenda. ernment of that province, in coordina- intendent of Yellowstone National Well, Senator Nelson succeeded, I tion with environmental groups, log- Park, who has done an outstanding job for the Park Service. This ban was an think, even beyond his expectations, as ging companies and the first nations of important part of Mike’s legacy and he was able to encourage this recogni- Canada announced the plan to prohibit will phase out snowmobiles in these tion internationally. I think it was ap- or defer logging on 3.5 million acres of the Great Bear Rain Forest, an area 4 critical parks in the next 3 years. propriate that he was awarded the The administration has also decided times the size of Rhode Island. Presidential Medal of Freedom for his to uphold a Clinton administration This is one of the largest rain forest role as the founder of Earth Day. rule to dramatically expand reporting conservation efforts in North American This year, as we reviewed the news requirements for the emissions of lead. history and will protect the only home accounts, there was a great deal of en- This is a step in the right direction to of the white Spirit Bear, a rare sub- ergy, excitement and indeed some good deal with a serious toxic metal which species of the black bear. news for the environment around the is linked to learning and behavior prob- Madam Speaker, on occasion I have world. Part of it was the environ- lems. mental activism itself. There were over taken to this floor because I have In the area of wetlands, the adminis- 800 rallies held across the United taken offense with some of the activi- tration announced last week that it States, and internationally there were ties of this administration as it relates will uphold a wetlands development more than 100. In honor of Earth Day, to the environment. Admittedly, I was regulation that requires developers to the Wilderness Society named the more than a little concerned when get an Army Corps of Engineer’s per- White House as an object of their fu- some of our predictions were borne out mit for various activities that would ture concerns about national parks and with the release of President Bush’s modify the wetlands. monuments. recommended budget. He has decided And in the area of home appliances, There was in Washington, D.C. a to recommend major cuts in the EPA the White House will keep Clinton ad- forum on solar energy held to celebrate enforcement budget and to slash by 87 ministration energy conservation rules the advances made in the technology, percent a global tropical forest pro- on washing machines and water heat- economics and prospects for the use of gram which he had endorsed on the ers, measures which will make clothes solar energy. There was a massive campaign trail, I believe pledging $100 washers become 22 percent more effi- Trees Are My Friends campaign that million. cient by 2004, 35 percent more efficient helped to educate urban residents The budget also shows that the Presi- by 2007, and will make a big difference about the value of street trees in the dent has a mixed reaction to what is in terms of saving energy and con- urban forest canopy, helping residents proposed as an energy crisis by recom- serving water. connect with tree care and planning ac- mending that the Department of En- While I was disappointed that the ad- tivities in their community. ergy research on renewables be slashed ministration is weakening the air con- This last weekend, I joined with peo- by nearly 50 percent and that energy ditioning rule by some 50 percent, ple in my community in Portland, Or- efficiency funding be cut by 23 percent. nonetheless it still represents a sub- egon, to celebrate a successful tree- It simply, from where I stand, is a lit- stantial improvement and a move in planting undertaking. They have suc- tle disappointing to say the least; but I the right direction. cessfully planted now 207,000 trees. must confess that there have been a Madam Speaker, I notice that I have During the month of April, citizens in number of announcements and activi- been joined by my colleague, the gen- a variety of cities in the West, includ- ties from this administration in the tleman from New Jersey (Mr. ing Portland, Seattle and Denver, were course of Earth Day, Earth Week ac- PALLONE), a gentleman known for his engaged in races and walks to raise the tivities that do, I think, bear com- zeal and concern for protecting the en- awareness of climate change, to help mendation; and I think we should come vironment and his environmentally stop global climate warming. forward and express appreciation for sensitive State, and I would yield to steps that are, in fact, positive. the gentleman for some comments. b 2015 The President announced that he will Mr. PALLONE. Madam Speaker, I There were rallies in India by cycling sign the international agreement on want to thank my colleague from Or- organizations to push for the creation persistent organic pollutants to halt egon who has always played such a H1536 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 leadership role on environmental issues Much attention has been focused on I just wanted to express to my col- for organizing this special order this ANWR, that we should start drilling in league with regard to those energy evening. It is 2 days after Earth Day, ANWR and possibly other offshore issues that I really am a lot more opti- but this is the first day that we have areas around the United States. mistic about what is going to happen here, even though I keep hearing these been back and can talk about Earth b 2030 Day. negative pronouncements on the envi- I want to express my disappointment Mr. Speaker, I find it particularly ronment from the Bush administra- with the Bush administration and what unfortunate, because we keep seeing tion. has been happening for the last 3 or 4 signals at the same time that Presi- Mr. Speaker, I just wanted to talk months since President Bush took of- dent Bush is saying these things and about a couple of other areas that are fice with regard to environmental doing these things, these negative not energy-related, but fall within the issues. Sunday was the 31st anniver- things, we keep seeing signals that the rubric of my subcommittee. I am the sary of Earth Day, and I took part in consensus, not only the American peo- ranking member on the Subcommittee those first Earth Day celebrations ple, but the Congress I think, is very on Commerce, Environment and Haz- when I was in college at that time in much to the contrary of most of his ardous Materials, and we have jurisdic- public pronouncements. Vermont. tion over Superfund, over Brownfields, I got a little whiff of that again, if I have watched pretty much over the over safe drinking water, and if I could you will, this weekend when my former 30 or 31 years since the first Earth Day, just comment briefly on some of those governor, now the EPA Administrator, we have seen significant progress on issues. It was very disappointing to me Christie Whitman, suggested that the environmental concerns. I know in my to see President Bush’s efforts to tear Bush administration may be backing own district we have done a lot to down the environment and the good off from drilling in ANWR. But as has clean up the ocean along the Jersey legislation and the good initiatives been the case so often with Mrs. Whit- shore. We have seen the Clean Air Act that we have had in the past also trans- man, the White House came back after and the Clean Water Act, Endangered lated into his budget. I mean, if we she made those statements and sort of look at the budget, it is a cutback in Species Act, all of these major pieces scolded her for her comments and said the Department of Energy, it is also a of legislation which have made signifi- that they are going to continue the ef- cutback in the EPA, the Environ- cant progress in cleaning up the envi- fort to try to drill in ANWR and to get mental Protection Agency. In my home ronment. congressional authorization to do so. State, we have more Superfund sites So it is very disappointing to see I think that Whitman was really ba- than any other State in the country, so President Bush in the actions that he sically commenting on the political re- we really care about Superfund and has taken in the last few months basi- ality, that the votes are really not whether the funding is going to be cally, I think, try to reverse that trend there for ANWR in the Senate and there to actually do cleanup. in very negative ways. I am joining the probably not in the House as well. Ba- What President Bush proposed in his gentleman from Oregon tonight in say- sically, I think she was indicating that budget is that for the next fiscal year, ing that not because I am looking to there really is a consensus in the Con- we could clean up only 65 Superfund attack President Bush and just say the gress, I believe in both Houses, not to sites as opposed to the 85 sites on the Republicans are bad and be partisan drill in the Arctic National Wildlife average that we have cleaned up in the about it, that is not my goal. Refuge. last 4 years under the last administra- Madam Speaker, what I want to do is I see so many things like that, when tion. But even more important, he did see this administration change course we think about every one of Bush’s not include the Superfund corporate and basically recognize that the envi- major pronouncements that I have tax in the budget as a method of pay- ronment is a major concern of the been critical of: the Kyoto Treaty, the ing for cleanup. American people and that these prob- CO2 emissions. We have to realize that Now, that may have been okay in the lems are not going to go away and we over the last 6 months or over the last last few years when the Republicans need to take progressive steps to im- year, there has really been a bipartisan cut it out of the budget that President prove the quality of our environment. consensus of most Democrats and some Clinton submitted, because we still But it is disappointing, and I want to pro-environment Republicans, who have money in the trust fund to pay for outline if I could maybe in 5 minutes or have expressed support for the global a significant portion of Superfund so where I see major problems in what climate change talks. We have recog- cleanups. But if we do not reauthorize the President has done in the last few nized that this is an issue that we have the corporate tax this year or even months, but at the same time kind of to deal with. next year, we are simply going to run show a bit of optimism about what I With regard to CO2 emissions, we out of money in 2003. There will not be think we can do to change it so that he have had a number of pieces of legisla- any money from the Superfund Trust does not continue on this course. And I tion introduced in this House on a bi- Fund to pay for cleanups. I do not see want to talk about energy policy first partisan basis that would address the us going ahead and allocating money and then talk about some other envi- CO2 emissions through market trading out of general revenue sources to pay ronmental issues. legislation. I have introduced a bill for it. So that program is also seriously With regard to energy policy, and like that. I think also, if we look threatened. you already mentioned it, this signal around at some of the utilities in var- Mr. Speaker, I know the gentleman about not really caring about global ious parts of the country, including in from Oregon mentioned our problem climate change, scrapping the Kyoto my home State of New Jersey, we have with safe drinking water. Again, I treaty and maybe suggesting that we seen them start to implement new could talk about what this administra- not talk about it much in the future, I technologies that would actually cut tion is doing not only with standards think is a grave concern. down on carbon dioxide emissions. So with regard to arsenic, but also with Also the President’s switch on carbon it is just very unfortunate. the infrastructure. We have heard dioxide, to say that is not one of the Mr. Speaker, I believe that these about the way he just threw out the ar- air emission controls that we are going positive forces, these pro-environ- senic standard and basically was not to put in place. And although we have mental forces here in the Congress, willing to change the status quo down not really received the report, I guess, have not gone away, and maybe they to the 10 parts per billion that was rec- of Vice President CHENEY’s energy task are underground right now; but hope- ommended by President Clinton and force, that is going to come around fully, over the next few months or cer- also by the National Academy of mid-May, we keep hearing that the en- tainly this session of Congress, we will Sciences. Well, again, I guess in part ergy goals of this administration are see them come forward with the sup- because the President and this admin- more production of fossil fuels rather port of the American people and de- istration realize that this is a problem than conservation, and they do not mand that we address global climate that the American people do not like talk about increased technological effi- change, demand that we address CO2 to ingest arsenic, over the last week or ciency or much about the use of renew- emissions, and not allow drilling in the so we have seen the EPA Adminis- ables. ANWR. trator, Mrs. Whitman, come out again April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1537 and say, oh, no, we are going to set up an obligation not only today in remem- edly shown that he does not want them a new rule, we are going to take a year bering Earth Day, but throughout the to live. and study this, but I promise that by next 2 years of this session, to con- I appreciate that this administration the next year, we will impose a rule stantly focus on what this administra- is willing to raise the issue. In the that cuts back at least 60 percent on tion is doing to gut environmental con- budget there are some budget savings the existing standard. cerns. that have been claimed as a result of Well, I can figure out what 60 percent Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, I modifying and reforming the Federal is of 50 parts per billion, but I know it appreciate the gentleman’s observa- flood insurance program. The gen- does not get down to the 10 parts per tions, the hard work that he has done tleman from Nebraska (Mr. BEREUTER) billion that President Clinton pro- in protecting the environment, and the and I have legislation that we have in- posed. So, again, they are playing admonition that we need to be vigilant troduced, the ‘‘Two Floods and You’re games. not just on Earth Day, but this is an Out of the Taxpayer Pocket,’’ which She came out and said that she has ongoing effort. I must confess that I would help provide a mechanism to convened this new panel at the Na- share the gentleman’s observation. My claim the savings that the administra- tional Academy of Sciences and asked assessment is that our commitment is tion is interested in; and I appreciate them to look at the arsenic standards, to protect the environment. I have what the FEMA Director is doing, and but again, I get the impression from deep concerns about some of the ad- I know there will be support in Con- what I read and from what people tell ministration’s policies, as the gen- gress to come forward to try and make me that this panel is somewhat rigged tleman mentioned. I hope, however, that important reform. and that it is not inclined to adopt a that we can on this floor reach com- Mr. Speaker, it was my pleasure ear- more strict standard. mon cause across party lines, geo- lier this week to share a platform with In the same way, I saw Mrs. Whitman graphic and philosophical divides, be- General Robert Flowers, the head of come before our subcommittee a couple cause the American public desires that the Corps of Engineers, who made, I of weeks ago and talk about the tre- we are able to move forward and be thought, an extraordinary, extraor- mendous need for resources, Federal or productive in this fashion. dinary statement. I commend people to otherwise, to address the backlog of in- Mr. Speaker, I came from a very en- perhaps go to the Web site, to the frastructure needs for clean water in vironmentally aware State. I think we Corps of Engineers, look at General various States and various commu- both share that kinship and that con- Flowers’ statement. It was one that I nities around the country. There was a sensus. In our State, in Oregon, much think any Member of the House of Rep- report that she mentioned actually of the environmental leadership tran- resentatives would have been proud to that came out in February that identi- scended party politics. It came from an make. The General committed to envi- fied $102.5 billion in infrastructure era, particularly in the 1970s, where ronmental sustainability, that all needs for safe drinking water. But half the time there was a Republican Corps of Engineers work will be based when we looked at the Bush budget and governor who was working with Demo- on the need for people and nature to when it came out a couple of weeks ago crats in the legislature; and when the coexist in a healthy, supportive, di- while we were back in our districts, it Democrats took control of the State verse and sustainable condition; to rec- actually level-funded the amount of house, the governorship, it continued ognize the interdependence of activi- money that would be available for on. ties, that we will recognize inter- these infrastructure needs. So we have Most of the major pieces of legisla- dependence with nature, we will con- $102.5 billion in needs and authoriza- tion that we are working on actually sider the possibility of second- and tion in Congress for $1 billion, and have bipartisan support, and if we third-order effects on his projects; that Bush’s budget comes in at $823 million. could ever get them to the floor of this the Corps would be responsible for cu- So needless to say, there is a real gap chamber, I think we would find that mulative impacts. The Corps would accept responsi- between what the Bush administration there would be strong votes, including bility for the consequences of planning, has said in the past or during the cam- significant Republican support. design, and construction decisions paign about environmental issues and I think it is important for us to walk upon the continued viability of natural what the EPA Administrator continues that line, to fight back when there are systems and human life. The Corps to say about concerns that she has for items that are at odds with what the would be committed to long-term pub- environmental issues, and what this American public wants. As the gen- lic safety, creating engineered objects administration actually does and its tleman pointed out with the budget, we of long-term value; that it would sup- actions to address those issues. need to acknowledge some of the posi- port a systems approach in all aspects I am also concerned about the fact tive things that are not where that of design and construction. takes place, and Congress must be will- that we have reduced the amount of The Corps will evaluate and optimize funding at the EPA. We are not going ing to step up and lead by example in the life cycle of products and processes to see enforcement of a lot of the good terms of walking the walk. so that as much as possible, we ap- I had a couple of other observations environmental laws that are on the proach the natural state of systems in that were positive in nature that I books. However, again, I do not think which there is no waste; to understand wanted to share, because I thought the public is going to stand for this. and utilize the dynamic nature of the they were very significant. Joe I really believe that ultimately this environment. Their products will con- Albaugh, the new director of the Fed- Congress will heed the public’s wishes tinue to rely to the fullest extent pos- eral Emergency Management Agency, and not go along with a lot of these sible on renewable energy sources and FEMA, maybe created some waves the pronouncements that are coming out of recyclable products, and to seek con- last couple of days when there was high the White House. But I know that we tinuous improvements, seeking con- water around Davenport, Iowa, but I have to continue to identify all of stant improvements by sharing, pro- think he raised an important issue these different negative actions that moting, collaborating and integrating about the responsibility of the Federal are being taken by this administration knowledge. against the environment, and we have Government to help, but not to con- Mr. Speaker, I thought it was an out- to speak out and we have to tell people tinue to step in and subsidize areas standing statement by General Flow- over and over again what they mean, where it appears as though people are ers, and I, for one, am standing willing because a lot of them are not easily ex- not moving out of harm’s way. There to help him achieve that with the plainable and they are happening so are in this country over 8,000 properties Corps of Engineers in terms of policy quickly over the last 3 or 4 months of that have a history of repeated loss and budget and to make sure that Con- this administration that it is even hard claims from floods. Over the last 8 gress is supporting, rather than inter- to keep track of them. years, we have lost over $89 billion of fering. Mr. Speaker, I want to thank the damage as a result of flooding. We have gentleman from Oregon again for his lost over 800 lives. And there are still a b 2045 part and what he is doing to try to number of people who live with Federal I wanted to acknowledge that as, I bring attention to this. I think we have subsidy in places where God has repeat- thought, one of the most important H1538 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 statements that I had heard in the believe that with regard to research on but it is a very short journey, there is course of the week of Earth Day cele- renewable resources, solar power, wind a large formerly-used defense facility brations. power, that the budget the President called Camp Bonneville, 3,800 acres Mr. PALLONE. Madam Speaker, if came in with cuts the amount of re- that has been used for the better part the gentleman will continue to yield, search money in half. of this last century for military pur- he is bringing up, I think, a very im- This morning I was down with the poses. portant issue. In sort of a general group of American Indians that are The community has a plan where sense, when we talk about the environ- concerned about the environment, I they would like to take this area that ment, there are a lot of new tech- think it is called the National Tribal has been off limits, that has not been nologies and new ways of doing things Environmental Council. I spoke with subjected to development. It has a po- that really can make a difference. them. It is amazing to me, they were tential for wildlife, for recreation, that That is one of the reasons I find what talking about how, with wind resources is almost unsurpassed, just a few min- I have been seeing from this adminis- in the Great Plains area, we would ac- utes from the core of a major metro- tration so disappointing, because I tually be able to generate enough politan area, but it is going to require really believe that the environment power through wind on the Great that the Department of Defense step up and industry or business can work to- Plains to produce enough electricity and provide the resources to decon- gether, and that there is no reason why for the whole continental United taminate the area. a pro-environment position cannot be States, the 48 States outside of Alaska We do not know what is on the 3,800 also a pro-jobs creation, or a pro-eco- and Hawaii, if we were to take that ini- acres. There is not money budgeted, al- nomic development position. tiative. though we recently had a reversal of a Certainly, when we talk about new The ability and the will is there if decision by the Department of Defense technologies, that is so true. Last week only this administration would wake to go in and help us with that survey. during the congressional recess we did up. I do not want to keep harping on it, It is critical that we examine areas a bus tour, I guess it was last Wednes- but the gentleman said it when he like this. day, where myself and the gentlemen pointed out that historically these When they first went in, there were from New Jersey, Mr. HOLT and Mr. issues, these environmental concerns, 105-millimeter shells on the ground PASCRELL, went to various parts of the have been bipartisan. that they could find. These are items of State to highlight some of the concerns The great conservationist leader was high explosives, 71⁄2 pounds of blasting we had with what the Bush administra- Teddy Roosevelt. It was Richard Nixon powder, that could do tremendous dam- tion was doing. who signed so many of the environ- age. Now we have an opportunity per- One of the stops was in Linden, New mental laws that we are talked about haps, if the Department of Defense, the Jersey, which is a town that has a tonight in the seventies. Corps of Engineers, and this Congress number of utilities and also refineries. I think what happened, and frankly I steps forward, to be able to make a dif- We were there with Public Service am going to be partisan, now, when we ference for the people in the metropoli- Electric and Gas, which is one of our had the changeover in the Congress tan area of Portland-Vancouver-Wash- major utilities in the State. They were from Democrat to Republican and we ington. But it is an example of what we actually building a new plant that was had Newt Gingrich come in as the can do to balance the environment, going to be gas-fired, natural gas-fired, Speaker, all of a sudden there was this provide jobs, and give back precious re- and that was replacing some older oil- great interest on the part of the Repub- sources in terms of open space and re- burning plants to generate electricity. lican leadership to do the bidding of development possibilities. They estimated that the new plants big business, big oil, big mining compa- But while we were on recess this last would cut down on the amount of car- nies. week, there was finally the long-await- bon dioxide by one-third. That is what we are seeing with ed report from the General Accounting I just could not help it, I am standing President Bush as well. Most of the de- Office that deals with the environ- there and talking to these business cisions that he is making seem to be mental liabilities of just training range leaders, people representing the util- contrary to a lot of the Republicans in cleanup costs. The report was rather ity, who by no means would be per- his own party, but he is catering to the startling. It indicated that while the ceived as Democrats or liberals or any- big oil and the big mining and these Department of Defense thought that thing like that, and they are just ex- other special interests that are very its liability for the cleanup of training plaining why this can be done and how shortsighted about the future and what ranges was about $14 billion, they find easy it is to do, how it saves money and can be done. that other estimates show that liabil- cuts down on carbon dioxide. So again, I know we have to keep up ity could well exceed $100 billion just For the life of me, I do not under- the effort here, but I think there is for training range cleanup. Without stand the theory of this administra- good reason to feel that we can change complete and accurate data, it is im- tion. The gentleman talked about the things, because what is being done by possible to determine whether these energy efficiency of air conditioners, as this administration is not only not in amounts represent a reasonable esti- the gentleman mentioned before. We the best interests of the country, but it mate, or what the implications are. can talk about so many ways. In fact, does not even make sense from an eco- We have not performed a complete the United States really is taking the nomic development point of view or a inventory of the ranges, identifying the leadership in terms of new technologies money point of view, ultimately, I do types and extent of the unexploded ord- that would cut down on air emissions, not think. nance and the associated contamina- and make it so that not only us but Mr. BLUMENAUER. I thank the gen- tion. We have a long list of areas that other countries would not continue to tleman, Madam Speaker. are formerly-used defense sites, train- contribute so much to the problem of I was particularly taken by a com- ing sites, base closures. We do not have global climate change. ment the gentleman made about the the top management focus and leader- These are new technologies that we opportunities to build the environ- ship necessary even to get reliable re- can sell to other parts of the world ment, to create jobs, to build the econ- port estimates at this point, and sadly, that would create jobs here at home be- omy; that these are things that can be there is no specific program for cause they are high-tech. There is ab- done concurrently and actually add unexploded ordnance remediation pol- solutely no reason to perceive that en- value, being able to help make our icy, goals, or program. vironmental initiatives are somehow families safe, healthy, and economi- Now, we have been writing as Mem- going to be too expensive or lose jobs cally secure. bers of Congress, bringing this to the or hurt industry. I think it is just the I had an opportunity this last week attention of the appropriators, to our opposite. It is just another reason why to tour a location where actually what fellow Members of Congress. This is a I am very concerned about what is hap- the gentleman is talking about could situation that affects not just metro- pening with this administration. have a tremendous effect. In the metro- politan Portland, but it is something We talked about the budget. I think politan Portland area, across the river, that touches people all across the the gentleman mentioned renewables. I it is not in my district or in my State country. April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1539 Two weeks ago, the gentlewoman was the first State in the country that here on American soil 26 years after from the District of Columbia (Ms. passed a law that said that we had to the Vietnam war, 56 years after the NORTON) and I led a trip to the Amer- do testing on a regular basis during the conclusion of World War II, 83 years ican University campus and Spring summer months when people can swim after World War I. It involves mines Valley residential development here in at the Jersey shore. We have to test and nerve gases and toxics and explo- the District of Columbia, where they the beaches, and if they do not meet a sive shells. It has claimed at least 65 are still excavating the hillside, remov- certain Federal standard, then the lives that we know of, most of them ing arsenic. There is a child care center beach has to be closed. Rather, we have since World War II. on the campus of American University to test the water, and if it does not that was closed because of intolerably meet a certain standard, the beach has There is a strong likelihood, I am high arsenic levels. to be closed and it has to be posted told, that there are more people who In our Nation’s Capitol, from coast- that one cannot bathe. This was a re- have lost their lives that we just as yet to-coast, border to border, we have sult of the wash-up of all the debris in do not know about, and there are many over 1,000 of these sites that need to be 1988. more who have been maimed and in- addressed that represent a threat to We put this into effect, and I and jured. the public safety and health, and if some Republicans on the other side, What, I guess, shocked me the most done properly, represent an oppor- the gentleman from California (Mr. were two young boys who were killed tunity to have a transformational ef- BILBRAY) was a sponsor with me, we ac- as a result of an explosive shell that fect on communities in terms of the tually moved a bill in the last session they found in a field in a subdivision in economic activities associated with of Congress called the Beaches Act that their hometown of San Diego that was cleanup and then the reuse of these fa- implemented that nationally. It was a formerly used military defense site. cilities. signed by President Clinton I guess in Three boys found the shell. They were Mr. PALLONE. Madam Speaker, if October, before the end of the last ses- playing with it. They detonated it, and the gentleman will yield further, in my sion. two of them were killed. This danger State, of course, we have so many op- That said that now every State would continues every day. If we are not care- portunities like that. The list is end- be mandated to do the same type of ful, at the rate we are going, it could less. testing for water quality, and close last for another 500 or 1,000 years. I mentioned that we have more beaches and post signs and publicly an- Superfund sites than any other State. I nounce if the water quality was not up Now, this toxic waste of military ac- think we have over 6,000 hazardous to snuff. tivities in the United States could po- waste sites that have been identified by We authorized $30 million under that tentially contaminate 20 to 25 million the State of New Jersey outside of legislation that was signed last fall to acres, and some estimates are as high Superfund, most of which would be eli- implement that program. Again, our as 50 million acres. As I pointed out, we gible for a brownfields initiative. Obvi- EPA administrator, Ms. Whitman, was do not have a good inventory. We do ously, the Federal government needs to touting that program early in this ad- not know. But what we do know is, at do more in that respect, as well. ministration, about how it was a great the current rate of spending in a budg- I would like to think of ways, as the program and it was modeled after New et that is not yet adequate, it will take gentleman is pointing out, to do pro- Jersey. Then when I saw the budget a centuries, potentially 1,000 years or gressive things on Superfund, on couple of weeks ago, I saw that the more to return the land to safe and brownfields, on other hazardous waste President’s budget, instead of appro- productive use and to protect children and other types of environmental priating $30 million, it appropriated who may be playing, wildlife. cleanup. That is really what I hope something like $2 million or $3 million, that the gentleman and I and others which would not even allow more than Fire fighters in the forests who were who are concerned about the environ- a handful of States to implement the a couple of summers ago in a forest fire ment would be concentrating on. We do program. in New York State, all of a sudden they not want to spend our time trying to So again, it just seems so unfortu- were out in the forest, and there were prevent good laws from being gutted, nate. I do not want to keep harping and huge explosions because buried shells which is essentially what we have been being so partisan about it, but it just from artillery practice that did not ex- doing for the last couple of months. seems so unfortunate that at a time plode were suddenly being detonated by My district, I think the gentleman when there are a lot of progressive the forest fire. knows, a significant part of it is along things that could be done, proactive Congress needs to report for duty. It the Jersey shore, along the ocean. things that could be done around here, needs to provide the administrative When I was first elected in 1988, I was like what the gentleman just described, and financial tools that are necessary. really elected on an environmental we still have to talk about just trying What I am talking about here is not platform, because that was the year to make sure that things do not get going to affect active ranges and readi- when all of the beaches were closed. worse. ness. My concern is for closed, trans- The tourism industry is number one in I do not want to be pessimistic be- ferred, and transferring ranges where New Jersey. People think of New Jer- cause I am still optimistic, but it is un- the public is already exposed or soon sey as the petrochemical State, but we fortunate to see what we have had to will be. actually earn more dollars in New Jer- contend with in the last few months. sey from tourism than even from the I hope that we can make every Mem- petrochemical industry. I think we b 2100 ber of Congress, every aspect of the De- were losing $5 billion that summer be- Mr. BLUMENAUER. Madam Speaker, partment of Defense, the Corps of Engi- cause the beaches were closed. I appreciate the gentleman’s somber neers understand what is going on in A number of initiatives have been reflections because we need to look at each and every one of our States, be- taken since then in Congress on a bi- this in a balanced and objective fash- cause every State is at risk. partisan basis, as well as in the State ion. I would just conclude my remarks We can make sure that somebody is legislature. When the current EPA ad- this evening on a note of optimism and in charge, that there is enough fund- hoping that we will be able to work in ministrator, Ms. Whitman, was the ing, and that we get the job done so Governor of New Jersey, she presided a bipartisan fashion to do something that no child will be at risk of death, over a lot of these initiatives to clean about having the Federal Government dismemberment or serious illness as a up the ocean. Yet now we see the oppo- step up and lead by example. result of the United States Govern- site happening here on the Federal The United States Government is the ment not cleaning up after itself. level. largest Superfund polluter in the One of the things that happened in United States, the government itself. In the course of our conversation this New Jersey that was used as an exam- The military waste, the toxics and ex- evening, we have talked about some ple nationally, and now faces a budget plosives that we have littering the positive elements and some that were cut, was the Beaches Act. New Jersey landscape constitute a battle right perhaps a little disconcerting, but I H1540 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 think this is an area that we can com- One of them of course is our econ- their pockets, and tax them. That is mit ourselves to working in a bipar- omy. I had plenty of opportunity to where the revenue in here comes. tisan way. I can think of no more posi- discuss with people our economy. When we have reached too deep into tive aspect for claiming the true pur- I also discussed with many of my their pocket, which we have done over pose and spirit of Earth Day than act- constituents our situation with the en- the last few years, do not my col- ing to make sure that the Federal Gov- ergy crisis that we are coming upon. As leagues think they ought to be consid- ernment is doing all it can in this im- many of my colleagues know from ered? That is what this tax cut does. It portant area. their own constituents, we have seen considers that. It says, if one is a tax- Mr. PALLONE. Madam Speaker, if gasoline prices just explode in the last payer, we think there ought to be a lit- the gentleman will yield a little time, couple of weeks. tle something in it for one. Now, one I would say this. The gentleman from Then of course I heard from a number does not get the whole piece of pie. Oregon talked about optimism. I am of people in regards to the death tax. I That would be much too imaginative going to be optimistic in the last thing went out firsthand and again witnessed for someone to think that, when the that I say here this evening. When I the punitive action that the estate tax, government taxes one, one is going to mentioned over the weekend to my the death tax, has worked upon people get a big chunk of the pie as a tax- children who are fairly young, I have a of this country, that has worked upon payer. But the President has said one daughter who is 7 and a son who just people of my district, the devastating deserves a part of the pie. turned 6 and another daughter who is 3, results of people who have already paid Now, what part of the pie is that. and when I mentioned to them that it their tax, who have the unfortunate Over the next 10 years, to put this in was Earth Day on Sunday, of course situation of a death in their family, proportion, over the next 10 years, and they got all excited about it. and here comes Uncle Sam to finish the the estimates vary a little bit, but ap- But it really dawned on me that they devastation as if the family had not proximately there is going to be $33 are all in school in some way, either had enough. trillion coming to the government school or preschool at this point. I So I want to visit about these three from these people out there, the tax- have watched over the last few years issues tonight, about the economy, payers, the citizens of this country who that they just have an incredible sort about energy, and about the death tax. go to work every day, who come up of environmental consciousness, more Let me start off, first of all, talking with a better idea, who put in their so than I do. I do not think it comes on the economy. We have seen a lot of shifts, who pay their taxes fairly and from me. I think it mostly comes from criticism lately about President Bush. pay their taxes on a timely basis. $33 what they learn in school and what I was listening to public radio. I listen trillion will be gathered from those they see on TV. They remind me that to public radio quite a bit. I was driv- people in the next 10 years. one has to recycle this or that. They ing in my district. Now, mind you, my Of that, if we take a look at the talk about the ocean and how it has district is larger geographically than spending that we now have, we take a got to be kept clean. They participated the State of Florida so I do a lot of look at the spending that is forecast, in a couple of cleanups that we have at drive time in my district. I was listen- our guess is we are going to spend this time of year, either along the ing to public radio. It is interesting. about $28 trillion of that. So if we have about $33 trillion, and beach or in some of the wooded areas. One of the commentators on public we are going to spend about $28 tril- So I mean there are many things radio or one of the guests on public lion, that leaves us about $5 trillion in that came out of Earth Day since 1970, radio was talking very critically of surplus. Of that, the President has the last 31 years, but I think maybe the President Bush and how he has soured asked for 1.6, $1.6 trillion. About a most important thing is the education the economy. President Bush has been third of that goes back to the taxpayer. aspect that people, particularly the in office, what, 12, 13 weeks. President younger generation, younger than me, Now is that too much to ask? Bush was handed this bad economy. When I was out there visiting with are very environmentally conscious. Now, this economy could get a lot my constituents over this last recess, I We talk about how younger people worse if we do not do something pretty maybe are not as conscious or politi- do not think my constituents thought quickly. Frankly, I think the responsi- that was too much to ask. In fact, I cally conscious, but I definitely believe bility to do something about this econ- that they are environmentally con- found my constituents saying, how do omy falls to some extent on our shoul- you justify the level of taxation that scious. ders in these Chambers. It falls to also So I just think that any effort to try you have placed upon us, especially an extent on the shoulders of the Presi- to turn back the clock on the environ- when we talk about things like the dent of the United States. I do not mental movement is ultimately marriage penalty, especially when we think this President has shunned that doomed to failure. So that is my opti- talk about things like the death tax. mism, and I know that we are here to responsibility. In fact I think President Are we getting a bang for our dollar make sure it is not doomed to failure, Bush has stood up to the challenge. He back there in Washington, D.C., Mr. and we are going to keep it up. started off by proposing a tax cut. Congressman? That is what those peo- Mr. BLUMENAUER. Indeed. Let me tell my colleagues this tax ple wanted to know. cut that the President has proposed, f Now as we know, the President’s tax let us put it in its proper proportions. policy is a long-term policy. This plan ECONOMY, ENERGY, AND THE The President has proposed over a 10- was designed when he was running for DEATH TAX year period, not a 1-year period, over a President. It has been fine-tuned since The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mrs. JO 10-year period, a $1.6 trillion tax reduc- he has been elected to President. But ANN DAVIS of Virginia). Under the tion. Now in addition to that, what he as we know, we also need, on top of Speaker’s announced policy of January said is that this tax reduction should that, we may need an additional stimu- 3, 2001, the gentleman from Colorado benefit the people who pay taxes. It is lant to put into the economy. (Mr. MCINNIS) is recognized for 60 min- not a welfare program intended to go In order for us to avoid a downward utes as the designee of the majority to people who do not pay taxes. It is a or a spiral so to speak that gets out of leader. tax reduction program intended to be control and takes this economy into a Mr. MCINNIS. Madam Speaker, good more equitable and fair to the taxpayer recession, we need to come up with a evening. Welcome back to Washington. of this country. strategy. That strategy really is multi- As my colleagues know, we have all As all of my colleagues and I know in leveled. had about a 2-week recess. I spent my these Chambers, we do not earn that The first level of that strategy is the recess back in the district going money. We do not go out and create President’s tax reduction, and every- around, as many of my colleagues have capital. We do not come up and figure body in these Chambers ought to be done, to town meetings, talking with out a better idea or a better mouse- giving serious consideration to it. I people on the street and talking with trap. All we do is go out to those peo- would tell my colleagues, especially the different interest groups out in our ple who toil, who come up with a better the liberal side of the Democratic district and taking kind of a general mousetrap, who come up with a better Party that opposed any kind of tax re- overview of several things. idea, all we do is go out, reach into duction, then came out with their April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1541 Presidential candidate, and I think the These programs sound good, edu- of finance, hindsight is always perfect. gentleman proposed a $400 billion tax cation, this, that, motherhood and The fact is, Alan Greenspan is partici- reduction. Then the next level was $600 apple pie. Frankly one of the problems pating, he is addressing this thing I billion. My guess is that before this is we face back here is a lot of these pro- think in a fashion that will help us over, especially in light of the current grams are in fact good. But the reality slow down this slowdown or level off economic situation, that even the lib- of the situation is, we do not usually this slowdown and put us back into a eral Democrats are going to have to have a lot of choices between good and recovery stage. step forward; they are going to have to bad programs back here in Washington. The third step that we have to take step forward and help us institute a tax Our choices are generally between good on this multilayered strategy is that credit or a tax reduction back into this programs and good programs, and it is we have got to control spending. We economy. We have got to get some a tough decision. But we, in fact, have cannot allow the government to con- stimulation. to say no. We cannot fund everything tinue to spend as we spent last year. On top of that, if this economy con- that comes into our office. The 11 percent, 12 percent spending tinues to sour on us, I think there is a As many of my colleagues know on a rate, which by the way is a much high- very justifiable basis for a capital daily basis, we have requests for lots er spending rate than almost every tax- gains reduction; and many, many mil- and lots of money. We have got to take paying family in America got to enjoy lions and millions of people in this a serious look. We have got to tighten last year, cannot continue forward country will benefit almost imme- our belts just like everybody else, just with this government. This is not a diately from a reduction in capital like the working families of America government that should continue to gains taxation, say, from 20 percent have to tighten their belts with this spend and spend and spend and spend. down to about 15 percent. economy beginning to slow down as it Many of the critics of President So the first strategy that we need to has. Bush’s budget and many of the critics invoke to take on this souring econ- So the first strategy, the first layer of President Bush’s tax reduction are omy is some type of tax reduction. of that multilayered strategy that we special interest groups in Washington, Now, some of my constituents actu- must put into place is some type of tax D.C. Do not kid yourself. Everybody ally were swayed by this; they have cut that means something. While we has got special interests. I have special been swayed by the argument that are on that point, do not send out a interests. Water, I worry about water leaves the money in Washington, D.C., $300 billion tax cut to the American in the West. I worry about land issues that all of us sitting in these Chambers taxpayers. That does not do any good in the West. I worry about education will leave our hands off it. As I said in for the economy. You have got to have for my three children. I have a special countless meetings, it is like leaving a a tax reduction that means something. interest in those areas. jar of Girl Scout cookies in the room You have got to have something like a But every special interest is going to with me, and I am hungry, and telling capital gains reduction that means have to help participate in our govern- me not to touch them while you go out something, getting rid of the marriage ment attempt to try and level off this for a couple of days. Of course they are tax, which means something out there, slowdown in our economy. I do not going to get eaten. Any money left in eliminating the death tax which means think it is too much to go out, and Washington, D.C., I guarantee you, do something out there. A tax cut that re- President Bush has not gone out and not let them try to persuade you that duces the liability of the taxpayer, not asked a lot from the government. it will go to additional expenditures the person that does not pay taxes but President Bush has gone out to the like education. of the taxpayer; make it mean some- government and said, Look, you get to b 2115 thing. That is how your first layer of a keep all the money you had last year, This money will be utilized to pro- tax cut will help impact this economy Government. But as your leader, as the vide more pork. This money is being in a positive fashion. President of the United States, I am heavily lobbied for right now, as we The second thing we have got to see telling you we cannot continue on this speak, by special interests in this city. happen, and it is happening as we spending spiral. We cannot go on like Throughout the rest of America where speak, is reduction of the interest rate. that. you are providing these tax dollars for Now, Alan Greenspan and the Fed sur- I am not asking you to go down. I am the city of Washington, D.C., where prised everyone last week with a half a asking you at the government level, your Federal Government is located, I percent reduction in the prime lending let’s just knock it down a little. You can assure you that a lot of those tax rate, in the prime rate that the Feds can go ahead and have everything you dollars are funding, in fact, lobbyists of put out. Why is that a surprise? Why do have this year, governmental agencies, special interest organizations who you think it was handled over a tele- but next year we are going to keep it want to spend those dollars. phone call? Why do you think it was to a 4 percent increase, 4 cents on the Do you think there are a lot of people unexpected? Because the Feds, they dollar. in Washington, D.C. that want to see sense we have got problems ahead and I asked when I was in my district the taxpayer get some of those dollars we need to address it now and we need how many of my constituents were back? Of course they do not. They want to put stimulation into the economy going to have a 4 percent increase in to take those dollars and enhance their now. So those interest rates are going their budget next year from their em- special interests. And they know that to have to come down again. ployer. I did not have very many of in order to convince the American pub- But how much more room do we have them that said they would. I did not lic that those dollars ought to stay in on the interest rates? You can continue have very many of them that expected Washington, D.C., instead of a small to lower the rates, but at some point they would. So I think it is entirely fraction of those dollars going back to the lending institutions in this country reasonable that the President ask that the people that paid them and sent have to have a margin. They cannot the government agencies, they too them here to Washington, D.C., in loan at zero. Who is going to put their tighten their belts and they too live order to do that, they put up very per- money out there to loan it at 2 percent within a reasonable spending increase. suasive marketing efforts. Do not kid where it has got risk? So at some point Let me tell you one of the favorite yourself; they are not going to come the banks, instead of loaning at prime, ploys that is utilized by special inter- out to the taxpayers in Colorado or will have to loan at prime plus 1 or ests in Washington, D.C. I will use the Wyoming or Utah or California or prime plus 11⁄2, et cetera. So the advan- board here as an example. This is an Washington; they are not going to tage of the reduction in rates can only old-time trick used in budgeting and come out to those taxpayers and say, go so much further. But so far I think used by special interest groups. Let us ‘‘Hey, we’ve got a bad program in Greenspan is doing a good job. say, for example, agency X received $10 Washington, D.C. we want you to fund. Now, some will say he should have in last year’s budget and let us say We want to buy drunks a new car or we done it 6 months ago. But I can tell you that agency X this year asked for $20. want to tear down the forest with a 6 months ago, a lot of people were They got $10 last year. This year they bunch of money.’’ That is not what thinking that everything Greenspan are asking for $20. Let us say that the these programs are like. was doing was perfect. So in the world President comes out with his budget H1542 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 and says that agency X should get $15. lars in their pocket as a result of a tax nately we were not the first ones out of They got $10 last year, agency X, they cut and when they know that the inter- the chute this time. We are learning are going to get $15 this year under the est rate that they finance their home, from their trials and tribulations deal- proposed budget, but they wanted $20. that they pay their credit cards, that ing with this hoof and mouth. So I Now, the average American out there they pay for their new car, that that think we are going to be able to ad- calls that a $5 increase. Last year they interest rate is going down. That is dress it. But we need help from you, we got $10; this year they are going to get what restores or holds consumer con- need help from your constituents and $15. Do you know what they do, the fidence. That is the key ingredient out we need help from the consumers of lobbyists and the special interests for there for this economy. America. Do not panic. Understand agency X? They go out and say, wait a Now, let me tell you about a missile what it is. minute, they go out to our constitu- we have got in the air. We really have Now, this leads me into the second ents, they go out to the general public two missiles right now in the air deal- so-called missile we have in the air. and they say, We are getting our budg- ing with the economy. One is the hoof That is our energy crisis. During my et cut. You have got to write your Con- and mouth disease. Many of you have meetings, and even the preceding gressman. You have got to call your heard about the hoof and mouth dis- speakers before I arrived here this Congressman. They are cutting edu- ease. Let me tell my colleagues, let me evening, I heard criticizing the Presi- cation or they are cutting water or distinguish at the very beginning of dent about the energy policy. What they are cutting highways or they are these remarks about the hoof and kind of energy policy did Clinton have? cutting the school lunch program. You mouth disease. That is not the mad He did not have an energy policy. name it. You have got to call them. cow disease. There is a distinct dif- There has not been an energy policy in They are cutting us. ference between the mad cow disease this country for years. President Bush Ask them what they really mean by and the hoof and mouth disease. The has only been in office for, what, 12 or cutting. Has the President in his budg- mad cow disease is a terrible disease. 13 weeks and one of the first mandates et and have we in Congress really cut But the hoof and mouth disease, which this President placed on the American their budget or have we reduced what is the one we are expecting sooner than people was the fact we have to have an they have asked for? I think you will later to appear somewhere in this energy policy. find in most cases the reductions they country, humans do not contact it. b 2130 are talking about are reductions in Now, humans can spread it. Humans what they have asked for, not reduc- can spread it simply through touch. It There are some things we should tions in what they actually received can be on the bottom of their shoes. take a look at. We should have a big last year. In fact, in many of those This disease can actually spread table, and we should place everything cases, you will find they actually got through the air for, I think, 10 or 15 on the table. It does not mean it is an increase over last year. miles. But the hoof and mouth disease going to happen, but it means we ought Again, there are really three strate- is not the deadly mad cow disease. to talk about it. It means energy ought gies that we have to deploy now. So when—I am not saying ‘‘if’’ be- to be in most discussions we have in Again, one of them is to reduce those cause I think it is going to happen, but this country when we talk about the Federal interest rates. That is hap- when there is an outbreak in this coun- economy, when we talk about the pening. try of the hoof and mouth disease, the health of the country. The second one is to put into place citizens of this country and our con- What are our energy needs today? the President’s tax cut proposal. It is stituents should not panic. We have What are our energy shortages today? going to be modified, but we have got our Federal agencies coordinating. We How are we going to mesh the two of to have it close enough to his proposal have Joe over at the FEMA, we have these into the future? What are we that it is going to make a difference in the Department of Agriculture, we going to do about California? our economy. And I think that is going have the CIA, we have the Department President Bush on a number of occa- to happen. of Interior. We are putting a lot of re- sions has talked about California. Now And the third thing that we have to sources into trying to figure out when I will say, I do not have a lot of sym- do is control government spending. it hits, how to attack it, how to elimi- pathy for California. They have not al- That is going to be our challenge on nate it, how to localize it and how to lowed a power plant out there for 15 this House floor. That is the one bur- keep the public relations on it in such years. They have not allowed a natural den that is on the shoulders of each a way that people do not think it is the gas transmission line for 8 years, 10 and every one of us. We have got to mad cow disease that has come into years. Some of the hardest-hitting rad- have enough leadership on both sides. our country. ical environmental organizations in Both sides of the aisle have to come to- Now, if in fact we have that hoof and the country come out of California. gether. mouth disease and if in fact we let a We have not had an inland refinery, Now, I realize that the Democrats, phobia come out of that that creates which these organizations have op- especially the liberal leadership of the some kind of lack of consumer con- posed, built in this country for 25 Democratic Party, the liberal side of fidence or some kind of panic amongst years. I do not know how many years that party, feels that they are an oppo- our consumers in regards to the beef ago a nuclear facility was built. sition government and may not join industry, it could have a very negative, My point is this: while you may not with us; but I can assure you that there dramatic impact on our economy. I feel much sympathy for California, and are a number of conservative Demo- think it is incumbent upon all of us out I do not because they have kind of crats, as well as the Republicans, that there, and our constituents, not to adopted the not-in-my-back-yard the- will come together to try and control panic if that hoof and mouth disease ory, the fact is that we have to put that government spending. We have got ends up in this country, to address it. those emotional angers or lack of sym- to do it, because if we do not, everyone It is kind of like responding to a fire. pathy for a State like California aside. in this Nation suffers as a result of this I used to be a volunteer fireman and I California is a State in the United economy slowing down worse. used to be a police officer. The worst States, and a lot of times what hurts The last thing you want this econ- thing you can do as a police officer or California is going to hurt the rest of omy to do is to slow down to the extent a volunteer fireman, or any fireman, is us. A lot of times what is bad for Cali- that we begin to lose consumer con- to panic when you go to the scene of an fornia is bad for the United States. We fidence. Last month consumer con- accident or you go to the scene of a have to stand side by side with Cali- fidence was up, but the news released fire. We have got to remain calm. fornia. We have to stand side by side today tells us that consumer con- Do not panic if this hoof and mouth with every State in this Union and, as fidence is back down. The consumers disease shows up. One, you should rest a team, determine what our energy pol- have confidence when they have trust assured that at least the government is icy will be. in their government, that government going to do what we can do. What we That is exactly what the President of is going to control spending, when they are learning from what is happening the United States has said. This is the know they are going to have more dol- over in the United Kingdom, fortu- United States. This is a country which April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1543 as a country must come up with some the President says put it on the table. of these environmental organizations, type of energy policy. One does not Let us talk about ANWR. Let us talk Earth First and some of those type of come up with a credible energy policy about drilling off the Florida coast. Let characters, are giving him credit? No. by pretending to address things, and us talk about where we can go and They are out there fund-raising by not addressing them, that are some- what can the Federal Government do screaming wolf, crying wolf. what painful. The fact is we are going to help with this energy crisis. Let us Look, this is going to be a disaster. to have to explore for more resources. talk about lifting sanctions off Iraq Where the disaster is going to come is Conservation is an important issue and sanctions off some of the other if we sit and we do not put anything on and conservation can provide some of countries we have that are oil-pro- the table for discussion and as a result that gap that we have today, some of ducing countries, that might put more we do not end up with an energy pol- it, but not all of it. When we sit down oil on to the market as a result of icy. This country needs it, and I think and we talk frankly with each other, those sanctions being lifted. the President is exercising sound lead- we know that we have to find some ad- The President did not say let us ership in going forward. ditional supplies of energy. adopt it. The President did not issue an I noticed a couple of my colleagues Now I heard a quote, I even wrote it executive order which were the favor- criticized, for example, the Kyoto down, from one of the previous speak- ites of the last administration we have, Treaty. A lot of us now have heard ers. Apparently he has visited some I might remind my liberal colleagues. about the Kyoto Treaty. This is not farm where they have enough wind The President did not say put it in something that is new, by the way. generation; and he said if we could put place. He did not issue an executive What should be pointed out, President this wind generation in place, it would order that said do it. He said let us Bush did not kill the Kyoto Treaty. supply the energy for all of the United consider it, put it on the table, put it The Kyoto Treaty went down on a 99 to States. up for debate. 0 vote. There was not one Democrat Come on. Give me a break. Show me What happens? How interesting. He Senator, there was not one Republican where that is going to happen. If we puts it on the table, the President puts Senator, who voted on Kyoto last year had that capability, you do not think it on the table for debate; and the first or the year before when it came up for we would not have wind generation in thing we do is hear criticism after crit- a vote. Ninety-five to 0 is my under- this country right now in vast quan- icism. Worst environmental President standing, or maybe it was 95 to 0; but tities? we have ever had; it is a damage to the I think it was zero in support of Kyoto. I read an interesting thing, I think in environment. Why? Because it was not balanced. the Wall Street Journal, today about How interesting. These people that Why? Because it was not fair to the wind generation. Some of our environ- are screaming the loudest probably United States. Why? Because it put mental organizations, and I think jus- have their thermometers at 70 degrees such a burden on the United States tifiably, are saying about wind genera- at their house. They probably drive a that the United States would be at a tion, you are killing birds. Unfortu- car. They are probably wearing clothes distinct disadvantage in this world. nately, you are in a migration path and that were produced by machinery. I That is why. a lot of birds are going into your pro- mean, there is lots of energy consump- So the President, in talking about pellers on the wind mills and you can tion in this country by the very people this, all of a sudden they see an oppor- have acres and acres and acres and that are being the most critical of this tunity to hang something on the Presi- acres of wind mills and we are not pro- President who is saying, look, I am not dent as being anti-environment. The ducing much energy. Now that is not to people out there that are crying say that we should not consider wind saying we necessarily have to go with against the President on this environ- mill-generated power. We should. We ANWR. I am not saying we necessarily ment, they better be prepared to come should consider solar-generated power. should go off the coast of Florida. I am The fact is, we have a gap that we saying put it on the table and let us forward and have something to put on have to fill fairly quickly. The first discuss it, because reasonable people the table for our energy policy. I invite way to begin to close that gap is con- can come to reasonable conclusions them to do that, by the way. I think all serve. We all are conserving right now. and reasonable conclusions lead to rea- of us need to come to that table, but The second way is to put an energy sonable solutions. That is what we have something that is going to work. policy in place. Now let me mention to have to do. I noticed that some people criticized you why I am saying we are all con- This energy thing is nothing to laugh the President’s reduction in research in serving right now. I do not know about about. The situation in California, sure some alternative energy methods. Do you, but a year and a half ago at my a lot of us may have chuckled about, you know why? They are not pro- house, and I live high in the Rocky well, California they got what they de- ducing. Research is a nice, magical Mountains so in the winter it is cold, served; but the fact is it hurts Cali- word; but after all of these years, after we need that heat, I can say that a fornia and it hurts the United States. all of the billions of dollars they have year and a half ago, I admit it, I prob- We need to help California because, in put into particular research, if it is not ably had my temperature on 68 degrees, turn, it helps us. giving production, if results are not re- 70 degrees in most of my house; and if Take a look at the amount of agri- ceived out of it, something different I was chilled, I went into my house, culture that comes out of the State of has to be done. That is what the Presi- and I did not think anything about California. I read a statistic the other dent is proposing. moving the gas thermometer up to 80 day, and I think my recall of it is that The easiest thing to do is say, well, I or 85 to warm up for 30 minutes or so. if California were a country it would be am for more research. It is easy for Well, that is not happening today. In like the third economic power in the every one of us to go back to our dis- fact, my wife just called me. She just world if it was a country of its own. We tricts and say, I am for more research. called me about 2 hours ago and she cannot simply disregard California. We I am going to vote for more research said, Guess what our public service cannot discount the problems that for alternative energy. Count on me. I utility bill was for last month? 130 California is having. Nor can we dis- am going to solve the problem. bucks. count the problems of the smallest That is nothing but a stall. Every one A month ago it was 500-and-some dol- State in the Union. of your constituents ought to say to lars. We have changed our policies at The fact is, we are a Union and we you, hey, if you are going to support our house, at my own home. Now when have to come together with an energy this research, what research are you you go in a room in our house, we have policy; and we expect our President to supporting? What kind of results have thermometers that are set at 50 de- put forward some kind of structure so you gotten? What kind of date in the grees, and maybe one is at 68 degrees. we can have that energy policy, and future are we going to have this prod- So I think across America all of us are that is exactly what this President is uct? What is it going to mean to the beginning to conserve. It is an impor- doing. energy gap that we have today? What tant part of it. Do you think the liberal Democrats is it going to mean for the energy gap As the President has said, we need to are giving him credit for that? No, of that we are going to have tomorrow? figure out a new source of energy. Now course they are not. Do you think some You ought to be able to justify, you H1544 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 ought to be required to justify, the re- Now some may think that I am being leagues, or listen to Books on Tape. Is search dollars that you are spending repetitive about this, but there are that the direction that we want to go out there. If you cannot justify it, some people out there that just do not with this death tax. It has certainly stand up. get it. There are some people out there been the direction we have gone since That is how we got to the car, that is that are being swayed by the adver- the death tax has been put into place. how we got to the airplane, that is how tising of the billionaires who, by the Let me say I was at a meeting the we got a person to the Moon, that is way, not all billionaires but a select other day, and a gentleman asked, Why how we developed medicine, through group of billionaires who have taken do you worry so much about the death research. But many people in the his- out ads in the Wall Street Journal and tax. Those kids are taken care of any- tory of this country have had enough said we do not need this. To the person, way. They do not need all of that guts to say, look, the money we are every one of those people that signed money. spending on research today is not giv- on that Wall Street Journal article or That is exactly the point. I am not ing us what we need. Let us try a dif- advertisement that there should be a talking about the billionaires that ferent path. Let us use a different ap- tax on death, every one of those fami- signed the ad in the New York Times, proach. Do not keep throwing good lies has already done their trust plan- I am talking about the family, the money after bad money. ning, their legal planning. They have small contractor who owns a pickup, a I think this President has stood up had their attorneys figure out how backhoe, maybe a shed to do his main- and taken leadership in that regard. they pay the least amount, how to pro- tenance in and if he is killed on the Now the easiest thing to do would be tect them from those taxes upon their job, what about the family’s oppor- for the President to say, well, let us death. tunity the next day to continue that just do like the previous administra- small business. That is who I care tion, no energy policy. Let us just pre- b 2145 about. That is who I am talking about. tend that California can work out of In my opinion, they are acting very And the very point is those people do this on their own and it is not going to hypocritically. After they have pro- need it. Those people do need that busi- be a crisis. Let us just pretend that the vided protection for themselves and the ness to continue on to the next genera- research is going to give us the an- death tax, they turn around to us rep- tion, and in many cases the families swers, because certainly I can stall it resenting the government, they say through the next 8 years of the Presi- are dependent upon that business. you should continue this tax against I have an entire group of letters here, dency. But this President is not that the rest of America. That is pretty in- way. This President is a doer, and he some of which I am going to read this equitable. evening who are impacted, not billion- wants something done about the en- Madam Speaker, I think when you aires, how this has affected a lot of ergy crisis, and many of my colleagues talk about the death or estate tax, the your neighbors, especially in an area on this House floor want something first step you need to take is ask what done about this energy crisis. But we is its history. What is its justification? like my district. In the Colorado moun- better take it serious because it is seri- Should death be a taxable event? Be- tains, our real estate values have con- ous out there. The disease, the energy cause somebody dies, should that be a tinued to spiral at an increasing rate. disease, or whatever you want to call reason for the government to jump in So we have seen a challenge the likes it, the energy shortage or the energy and tax on property, by the way, which we have never seen in the past on our crisis that is in California today could has already been taxed. This property family farms and our family ranches. This death tax is not right. I was at be on your doorsteps tomorrow. that we are talking about in my discus- We need to conserve and we need to sions on the death tax, this is not prop- another meeting and I had a lady who explore. We need to find other sources erty which has escaped taxation, this is was very justified in her thoughts and of energy. We need to look for alter- property which has been taxed already very professional in her approach. She native energy. There has got to be a once but in some cases, two or three said what right do the children have to combination, and you begin that with a times; in some cases, for multigenera- inherit this property. I said they have map. It is just like a road map. We tions. every right, but now I have had second need to take a trip, and we have some So the first question you ask, should thoughts about it. Under our concept of pretty tough terrain to get over. The death be a taxable event. I venture to government, it is not the children’s easiest way for us to take that trip is say that it should not be, no more than right to inherit, it is the parents’ right to have a road map; and if we do not we should have a marriage penalty tax to determine where their property, have a road map, and in this case we do because you get married. This should which they have accumulated by fol- not have a road map, we do not have an be a country that encourages marriage. lowing the laws, by working hard, they energy policy, we need to make a road This should be a country that encour- have accumulated property, it is their map. That is exactly what this Presi- ages one family farm, one generation right of private property which is a dent is proposing. It does not mean we to move it to the next generation, that basic, fundamental part of our Con- are going to go over this mountain or one family business go to the next gen- stitution, a fundamental part of the that mountain, but every mountain eration. That is what this country is government that we enjoy is the right ought to be laid out on our map. Every about. This country, after all, is built of private property. It is without ques- mountain ought to be laid out. Every on capitalism. This country is built on tion, in my opinion, the right of the trail ought to be looked at, to see private property rights. This country is person who owns the property to deter- whether that is the trail that we built on the concept that the govern- mine where property will go after their should take. That is exactly what the ment works for the people, the people death. President is saying we should do. I sup- do not work for the government. I do not think the government, who port the President in regards to those So I do not think that you can justify did not put out the risk, and the gov- efforts. death as a tax. Do you know where the ernment had something to do with THE DEATH TAX SHOULD BE ELIMINATED history of this came about? It was in somebody obtaining property, I admit Mr. MCINNIS. Madam Speaker, I the days when people wanted to move that, we have a government of laws, have talked about the economy. I have this government towards a socialist- you do not have to worry about some- talked about the hoof and mouth dis- type of domineerance, to punish the body stealing, but that is why you pay ease, and we visited a little about en- people that were successful, to go after taxes. So the government has already ergy. Let me visit a little about an- the Carnegies and the Rockefellers gotten its share of taxes off the private other issue that has come up consist- that amassed all of this wealth, and property. I think it is the right of the ently throughout my district, consist- take that money back for redistribu- owner of that property to determine to ently in my travels throughout this tion of wealth. The old theory that you whom and in what amounts that prop- Nation, and I think most of my col- do not allow a person to be paid based erty should pass after that person’s leagues have experienced it as well. I on what they are worth, they are paid death. intend to follow up on my remarks to- on what they need. Let me tell you that the hardships, morrow evening from the House floor It brings to mind the Ayn Rand book, and I have experienced some of those here, but that is this death tax. Atlas Shrugged. Read that book, col- hardships, I have seen them in the April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1545 communities, the hardships that are ‘‘A 55 percent tax is, at best, a huge tax problem, we will start having to put on communities cannot be over- burden on a family business and the make necessary plans to arrange our looked in this argument of whether or loved ones of the deceased. At worst, it affairs so that our family can somehow not a death tax is justified. can be a death blow that ruins what struggle to make it to the next genera- These people will argue, this New could otherwise have been the future of tion. By the way, there is no way we York Times ad and some of these yet another generation. This letter is are going to let you,’’ meaning Wash- multibillionaires that signed this ad, not a plea for help. I just want to let ington, ‘‘and the IRS come and take it who have already protected or mini- you know that although I am not a vic- from us. The government does not de- mized the impact on their wealth, one tim of this tax, I appreciate and ap- serve it. Of course, in order to protect of the points they make is that it only plaud your efforts against it. I firmly our land, it will make it necessary to impacts the upper 2 percent of our soci- believe that Congress and the govern- begin destruction of the land: The de- ety. ment at large needs to recognize that velopment of one of the largest open Let us put aside my arguments, do America’s future is and will always be space areas of our county. Our land is you have a right to tax death. Let us firmly rooted in the success of small quite valuable if it were broken up into put that aside. Let us put aside the in- business. Many of these businesses are subdivisions, and the only way we can equity of that, and let us say that 2 family owned and need the next gen- keep the government’s hands off it, if percent actually pay it. Take a look at eration to continue them into the fu- you do not do something about this what it does to the communities that ture. I spent a few years working for a death tax, is to break up our farm and those 2 percent live in. That money small family-owned business, and not sell it as a subdivision; therefore, hav- leaves those communities. If you have just myself but several workers de- ing the money to once again pay taxes a small community in Iowa, and you pended on the income that they derived to the government on property which have a family who has had a family from working for this small business. I has already been taxed.’’ farm for a couple of generations and fear for those workers when the tax Let me read you the next one. Mr. they have seen a small escalation in man comes knocking. Allen says, ‘‘I am writing to encourage property values, and the husband and ‘‘This tax has claws that rip at many you to keep up the repeal of the death the wife team that have made that people, and many more people than the tax on the front burner.’’ farm a going operation pass away, and immediate family of the deceased. It is Mr. Allen goes on to say, ‘‘As the the government comes in and taxes also a huge impact on the employees of owner of a family business, it is ex- that property and forces the sale of the small businesses. I hope you do the tremely important that upon our farm, what do you think happens to best you can to eliminate or to do death, the business be able to be passed that money of those 2 percent. Do you something about this death tax.’’ on to our son and daughter, both of think that it stays in that small town Now, let me read another one. To- whom work in this business, without in Iowa? Of course it does not. It is morrow evening, by the way, I want to the threat of having to liquidate our sucked out of that town in Iowa to go into much more detail about the business, to sell our business off to pay Washington, D.C. A small percentage of death tax and other impacts that it has inheritance taxes on assets which have it may stay with the State of Iowa. But on a community. already been taxed by the government. by far the largest chunk, 75 percent or This evening as I read these letters, I Of all of the taxes we pay, the death greater, goes to Washington, D.C. begin to feel the hardships that these tax truly represents double or triple Do you think the people in these families have out there. And every one taxation. Chambers or these Federal agencies ‘‘I am aware that several wealthy of you here, you know of an example put those dollars back into that farm- people, i.e. William Gates, Sr., George where the death tax has devastated a ing community in Iowa? Of course they Soros, and other multibillionaires, community or devastated a family. do not. That money is taken out of have come out against a repeal of the You know how unjustified it can be. these communities. For all practical death tax. This is one of the most self- Let me read another letter. ‘‘Roberta purposes, it is taken from the commu- serving demonstrations I have ever and I just finished watching your death nity forever. Those are local dollars seen. They have theirs in trusts. They tax speech. We were both very proud to that go to local charities that provide have theirs in foundations. They have watch you as you stated some real con- savings in our local banks, that allow theirs in offshore accounts. They have cerns and problems that we face with for productivity, for creation of cap- hired a fleet of attorneys to protect this unfair taxation.’’ ital. their interests; and of course they will I want to tell you, Mr. and Mrs. Why should the government come in pay little or no tax because they have Schaffer, it is an unfair taxation. It is after they have taxed these people dur- protected their assets. Whatever their not only an unfair taxation, it is the ing their entire lifetime, come back political motivations are, they cer- most unjustified taxation in our entire and once again upon their death seize tainly do not represent or speak for the system. this money. I do not think that you vast majority of small farmers and ‘‘As you so well know, farming and can justify it. business owners in this country. Again, ranching out here is no slam-dunk. If Let me read you a couple of letters I urge you to push for repeal of the our farm is ultimately faced with this that I think kind of hit home. death tax.’’ ‘‘Dear sir, My name is Chris Ander- death tax, there is absolutely no way son. I am 24 years old, and I currently that we could ever afford and justify b 2200 run a small mail-order business. I am holding on to our family farm. This in This is from Mr. Happy. ‘‘I am watch- not a constituent of yours. I currently turn will prevent us from allowing this ing you as you are talking about the reside in New Jersey.’’ That is inter- farm to go on to future generations. It death tax and the marriage tax. I wish esting because the previous speaker will keep our farm from becoming one there was some way I could help you to was from New Jersey. more development out in the country. get these taxes eliminated.’’ ‘‘However, I have listened with great In other words, keep it as open space, Mr. Happy goes on to say, ‘‘They are interest as you spoke this evening on and most of us have deep appreciation the most discriminatory taxes and so- the topic of the death tax, as you for open space. It will not keep it avail- cialistic taxes that our entire system called it. I in all likelihood will not able to the wildlife, the deer and the could envision. I can’t for the life of me face, will not be impacted by the prob- elk. In fact, for your interest, we saw understand how they got put into place lems you were outlining, at least not in over 600 head of elk on the farm this to start with.’’ the near future. I am not in line to in- morning. It will not keep it available Well, as I mentioned, Mr. Happy, herit a business. However, I am soon to for unencumbered natural gas produc- they got put into place because it was be married, and I look forward to hav- tions. a way to go after the Carnegies and the ing a family and perhaps one day my ‘‘Scott, we are only able to meet the Rockefellers. It was when this country children will want to follow in my foot- daily operating costs of our farm under was moving towards a socialistic gov- steps with my business. I hope and pray the present economic conditions of ag- ernment. They certainly did not go that they will not face the additional riculture. Unless there is a positive ac- into place, Mr. Happy, as a result of grief caused by the death tax. tion taken by Congress on this death the theory of capitalism. H1546 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 ‘‘How could anyone advocate taxing our youth to be able to stay on our corporations, has created not a more somebody twice and three times. I ranches and farms.’’ peaceful, democratic China, but an ag- don’t care if it is a millionaire or a These are not letters that I put to- gressive nuclear-armed bully that now pauper. It is not the government’s gether over at my office. These are let- threatens the world with its hostile money.’’ And in this letter, Mr. Happy ters that have been sent to my office acts and proliferation. Do the Com- has in this, ‘‘It is not the government’s by families in America, not the multi- munist Chinese have to murder Amer- money’’ in capital letters. billionaires that signed that New York ican personnel or attack the United Let me repeat what he said: ‘‘How Times ad who have already protected States or our allies with their missiles could anyone advocate taxing someone their wealth from government tax- before those who blithesomely pontifi- two or three times. I don’t care if it is ation. These are people whose lives will cate about the civilizing benefits of a millionaire or a pauper. It is not the be devastated because the government building the Chinese economy will government’s property. The taxes have continues on its path of considering admit that China for a decade has been been paid,’’ and once again, in full cap- death a taxable event. going in the opposite direction than ital letters, the word ‘‘paid.’’ ‘‘The Well, I have enjoyed my time this predicted by the so-called ‘‘free trad- taxes have been paid. I have been con- evening. We started out by discussing ers.’’ sidering divorcing my wife of 48 years the economy and we have a multistage We have made a monstrous mistake, and just living together, filing single strategy that we must deploy in re- and if we do not face reality and tax returns because of the marriage gards to our economy. We have to con- change our fundamental policies, in- penalty, or just filing separately. Why tinue to have Mr. Greenspan lower the stead of peace, there will be conflict. should a family who have been to- rates. He is going to do that to the ex- Instead of democratic reform, we will gether for 45 years, who have paid tent that he can. We have to put a tax see a further retrenchment of a regime taxes on time every year, be forced cut into place, and we have got to con- that is run by gangsters and thugs, the into the position of losing the property trol government spending. world’s worst human rights abusers. that they have spent their entire life I moved from our economy to our en- Let us go back to basics. The main- accumulating, or be penalized because ergy policy this evening. I said that we land of China is controlled by a rigid, they have a marriage of 48 years? Can need an energy policy. The previous ad- Stalinistic Communist party. The re- you answer that?’’ ministration did not have one; this ad- gime is committing genocide in Tibet. Mr. Happy, I cannot answer it, other ministration in its first few days in of- It is holding as a captive the des- than the fact to tell you that there are fice said, we need an energy policy, and ignated successor of the Dalai Lama, some people here who believe in the re- they are willing to stand up and put ev- who is the spiritual leader of the Ti- distribution of wealth, who believe erything on the table. Now, that does betan people. By the way, this person, somehow in justification of a death tax not mean it is going to be utilized, but the designated new leader, is a little or tax upon somebody’s death. it does mean we can discuss it and we, boy. They are holding hostage a little Let me just wrap this up with one all of us as a team, Democrats and Re- boy in order to terrorize the Tibetan other letter, and then I intend to con- publicans, must come together for an people. The regime is now, at this mo- tinue this later this week, because I energy policy. ment, arresting thousands of members feel so strongly about the fact that the Finally, I have wrapped up with the of the Falun Gong, which is nothing government should not be taxing discussion on the death tax. I intend more threatening than a meditation death. Mr. Frazier writes me: ‘‘I was later this week when I have an oppor- and yoga society. Christians of all de- encouraged by the State of the Union tunity to speak again to go into more nominations are being brutalized un- and the President’s $1.6 trillion in tax detail on the severe impact that this less they register with the state and relief. We have operated a family part- death tax has on American families. It attend controlled churches. Just in the nership since the 1930s,’’ that is what is severe. last few days, there has been a round- Mr. Frazier says, since the 1930s they f up of Catholics who were practicing have operated a family ranch. ‘‘My par- their faith outside of state control. WAKE UP, AMERICA: ENGAGEMENT ents died about 5 years apart in the Now they are in a Chinese prison. 1980s and the estate tax on each of WITH CHINA HAS FAILED There are no opposition parties in their one-fifth interest was three to The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. China. There is no free press in China. four times more than what they paid FERGUSON). Under the Speaker’s an- China is not a free society under any- for the ranch when they purchased it in nounced policy of January 3, 2001, the one’s definition. More importantly, it 1946.’’ In other words, his father and gentleman from California (Mr. ROHR- is not a society that is evolving toward mother, who only owned one-fifth in- ABACHER) is recognized for half of the freedom. terest in this ranch, each paid more remaining time until midnight, ap- President Richard Nixon first estab- taxes on their one-fifth interest than proximately 58 minutes. lished our ties with the Communist they paid when they originally bought Mr. ROHRABACHER. Mr. Speaker, Chinese in 1972 at the height of the the ranch. one month ago, the Communist regime Cold War. That was a brilliant move. ‘‘Eliminating the death tax and the that controls the mainland of China at- At that particular moment, it was a marriage penalty and reducing tax tacked an American surveillance air- brilliant move. It enabled us to play rates across the board will go a long craft while it was in international wa- the power of one dictatorship off the ways in providing jobs. This, in turn, ters. After being knocked out of the power of another dictatorship. We will enable hard-working families in sky, 24 American military personnel, played one against the other at a time our cattle country to pass their herit- the crew of the surveillance craft, were when we had been weakened by the age on to the next generation and to held hostage for nearly 2 weeks. The Vietnam War and at a time when So- continue to provide safe, wholesome Communist Chinese blamed us and viet Russia was on the offensive. beef to consumers around the world.’’ would not return the crew until the During the Reagan years, we dra- Remember, a lot of these people, they United States was humiliated before matically expanded our ties to China, are not so interested in the business, it the world. but do not miss the essential fact that is the heritage of their farms, the her- Wake up, America. What is going on justified that relationship and made it itages of their businesses that they here? Large financial interests in our different than what has been going on want to pass to the next generation. country whose only goal is exploiting these last 10 years. China was at that That is something our country should the cheap, near-slave labor of China time, during the Reagan administra- encourage. Heritage has a lot of value. have been leading our country down tion, evolving toward a freer, more ‘‘I have three sons involved in our oper- the path to catastrophe. How much open society, a growing democratic ation and a grandson starting college more proof do we need that the so- movement was evident, and the United next fall, and it is important that we called engagement theory is a total States, our government and our people, keep agriculture viable, to keep our failure? Our massive investment in fostered this movement. Under Presi- beef industry from becoming inte- China, pushed and promoted by Amer- dent Reagan, we brought tens of thou- grated. We need to make it possible for ican billionaires and multinational sands of students here, and we sent April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1547 teams from our National Endowment our commercial ties with the mainland There will have to be protections for Democracy there. We were working of China. against the transfer of our technology with them to build a more democratic While China was going in the right to our enemies. This is more of a con- society, and it looked like that was direction, permitting that country to cern following new science and tech- what was going to happen. All of this have a large trade advantage and thus nology agreements that were signed by ended, of course, in Tiananmen Square providing a large reserve of hard cur- China and countries like Brazil and over 10 years ago. rency may or may not have made Venezuela recently. Dictatorships are Thousands of Chinese gathered there sense, as long as China was going in always going to try to gain in any in Tiananmen Square in Beijing to de- the right direction and going towards agreement that they have with us, and mand a more open and democratic gov- democracy. Maybe we would like to they are always going to try to manip- ernment. For a moment, it appeared build up a freer China that way. ulate other agreements and the rules of like there had been an historic break- But it made no sense, and it still the game so they can stay in power. through. Then, from out of the dark- makes no sense, for the United States When one applies the rules of free ness came battle-hardened troops and to permit a country that is sinking trade to a controlled society, as we tanks to wipe out the opposition. The even deeper into tyranny and into anti- have been told over and over again, people who ordered that attack are Western hostility to have a huge trade more trade, and let us have free trade still holding the reins of power in surplus as a resource to call upon to with China, that is going to make them China today and, like all other crimi- meet their military needs. more dependent on us and they will be nals who get away with scurrilous In effect, the Communist Chinese freer and more prosperous, more likely deeds, they have become emboldened have been using the tens of billions of to be peaceful people, well, if we apply and arrogant. dollars of trade surplus with the United the rules of free trade to a dictator- My only lament is that had Ronald States each year to build their mili- ship, ultimately what happens is that Reagan been President during that tary power and military might so some it is only free trade in one direction. time of Tiananmen Square, things, I day the Communist Chinese might be On one end we have free people, a think, would have been different; but able to kill millions of our people, or at democratic people who are not con- least to threaten us to do that in order he was not. Since that turn of events trolled by their government, and thus to back us down into defeat without about 12 years ago, things have been are basically unregulated and are mov- ever coming to a fight. ing forward for their own benefit. But progressively worse. The repression is We have essentially been arming and on the other end, the trade will be con- more evident than ever. The bellig- equipping our worst potential enemy trolled and manipulated to ensure that erence and hostility of Beijing is even and financing our own destruction. the current establishment of that more open. Underscoring the insanity How could we let such a crime against of it all, the Communist Chinese have the security of our country happen? country stays in power. Never has that been more evident been using their huge trade surplus Well, it was argued by some very sin- than in America’s dealing with Com- with the United States to upgrade cere people that free trade would bring munist China. In this case, it is so very their military and expand its positive change to China, and that en- blatant. warfighting capabilities. gagement would civilize the Com- Those advocating most-favored-na- Communist China’s arsenal of jets, munist regime. its ballistic missiles, its naval forces Even as evidence stacked upon more tion status, or as it is called now, nor- have all been modernized and rein- evidence indicated that China was not mal trade relations, have always based forced. In the last 2 years, they have liberalizing, that just the opposite was their case on the boon to our country purchased destroyers from the former happening, the barkers for open mar- represented by the sale of American Soviet Union. These destroyers are kets kept singing their song: ‘‘Most-fa- goods to ‘‘the world’s largest market.’’ armed with Sunburn missiles. These vored-nation status, just give us this That is their argument. Here on this were systems that were designed dur- and things will get better.’’ It was non- floor over and over and over again we ing the Cold War by the Russians to de- sense then and it is nonsense today. heard people say, ‘‘We have to have stroy American aircraft carriers. But after all that has happened, one these normal trade relations because Yes, the Communist Chinese are arm- would think that the shame factor we have to sell our products, the prod- ing themselves to sink American air- would silence these eternal optimists. ucts made by the American people, to craft carriers, to kill thousands upon Perhaps I am a bit sensitive because, the world’s largest market.’’ thousands of American sailors. Make first and foremost, let me state un- That is a great pitch. The only prob- no mistake about it, China’s military equivocally that I consider myself a lem is, it is not true. The sale of U.S.- might now threatens America and free trader. Yes, I believe in free trade produced vacuum cleaners, refrig- world peace. If there is a crisis in that between free people. What we should erators, autos, you name the commer- part of the world again, which there strive for is to have more and more cial item, are almost a non-factor in will be, we can predict that some day, open trade with all free and democratic the trade relationship between our unlike the last crisis when American countries, or countries that are head- countries. They are a minuscule aircraft carriers were able to become a ing in the right direction. amount of what is considered the trade peaceful element to bring moderation I am thus positively inclined towards analysis of these two countries. of judgment among the players who President Bush’s efforts to establish a During these many years that we were in conflict, instead, American air- free trade zone among the democratic have given China most-favored-nation craft carriers will find themselves vul- countries in this hemisphere. I will status or normal trade relations, the nerable, and an American President read the fine print, but my inclination power elite there never lowered China’s will have to face the choice of risking is to facilitate trade between democ- tariffs, and in fact increased the tariffs the lives of all of those sailors on those racies. in some areas, and erected barriers to aircraft carriers. When I say, ‘‘I will read the fine prevent the sale of all but a few U.S.- Mr. Speaker, how is it, then, that a print,’’ I will be especially concerned made products. relatively poor country can afford to with a free trade agreement, and I will So while we had low tariffs, and in- enlarge its military in such a way, to be looking to that free trade agreement tentionally brought our tariffs down by the point that it can threaten a super- to make sure that we have protection most-favored-nation, for over a decade, power such as the United States of that our sensitive technologies, which even as China was slipping more into America? can be used for military purposes, will tyranny, they were permitted to have not be transferred from the countries high tariffs and block our goods from b 2215 in our hemisphere, democratic coun- coming in. Even as China’s slide into tyranny tries in our hemisphere, to China or to Beijing would not permit its own peo- and militarism continued in these last any other countries that are potential ple to buy American-made consumer 12 years, the United States government enemies of the United States. This will items. They were not looking for a has permitted a totally indefensible have to be in that free trade agree- trade relationship with the United economic rules of engagement to guide ment. States for their people to be able to H1548 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 buy American products. That is not technology and our capital, which is Liberation Army. That is right, the what they were looking for. That is not what the Chinese want to have in- Communist Chinese army owns these what it was all about. They knew it, vested in their country. companies. These are nothing more but yet our people were told over and Adding insult to injury, our working than military people in civilian cloth- over and over and over and over again, people, some of them, whose jobs are ing. Their profits end up paying for ‘‘Oh, we have to have most-favored-na- being threatened by imports, our work- weapons targeting America, and we are tion status and normal trade relations ing people are being taxed in order to paying them to build the companies in order to sell American products to provide taxpayer-subsidized loans and that make those profits. the world’s largest market.’’ loan guarantees for those corporate Perhaps the most alarming betrayal That is not what was going on. It is leaders wishing to close down their op- of American national security interests not what the reality was. Instead, the erations in the United States and set surfaced about 5 years ago when some Communist Chinese were out to get up on the mainland of China. of America’s biggest aerospace firms American money, lots of it, and Amer- Even if China was a free country, went into China hoping to use Chinese ican money to build factories, and they that would not be a good idea. I do not rockets to launch American satellites. believe we should be doing that even wanted the Americans to build the fac- b 2230 tories with our technology and our for democratic countries. But for us to money in their country. do that to a Communist dictatorship or They were trying to make a fast By the way, many of the factories any kind of dictatorship, to have the buck. It did not cost them a lot more that were built there were not built in American taxpayer subsidize these in- to launch satellites here. order to sell products to the Chinese vestments, taking the risks on the Yes, the Chinese were insisting that people. Those factories were built to shoulders of the American taxpayer in any satellites we put up for them be export products to the United States. order to build the economy of a vicious put up on their rockets. I personally The system that developed with the dictatorship, this is insane. This is an thought that, as long as we made sure acquiescence of our government, and insane policy. This is not free trade be- there was no technology transfer, that this is no secret, what I am talking tween free people. It has nothing to do was an okay policy. As long as we just about tonight is no secret to anyone with free trade. It is subsidized trade launched our American satellite which except to the American people, our with subjugated people. helped them set up a telephone system government acquiesced to this for Companies that were permitted to or something in China, that is fine if years, this policy put the American sell their product to the Chinese in they never got ahold of it, and that people, the American working people, these last 10 years, and there have been would be okay. on the losing end of the trans- a few, companies like Boeing who have I was guaranteed, along with the formational action in the long run and attempted to sell airplanes to China, other Members of this body, there sometimes even in the medium run. have found themselves in a very bad would be incredible safeguards. The The Chinese, because of our low tar- predicament. As part of the deal ena- last administration briefed us on the iffs, flooded our market with their bling them to sell planes now to Com- safeguards. Then as soon as we ap- products, and blocked our goods from munist China, they have had to set up proved of letting these satellite deals entering China, and all the while we manufacturing facilities in China to go through and our satellites be were hearing over and over again, ‘‘We build the parts, or at least some of the launched on Chinese rockets, the ad- must have most-favored-nation status parts for the airplane. ministration trash canned all of the in order to sell American products in Thus, over a period of time, what the safeguards. I do not understand it. I do the world’s largest market.’’ Chinese have managed to do is to have not understand why people did this. They droned on year after year that the United States just build factories But when all was said and done, the most-favored-nation status was so im- and pay for them. Or, as part of an Communist Chinese rocket arsenal was portant to selling our products in the agreement to sell the airplane, we have filled with more reliable and more ca- world’s largest market. I will just re- set up an aerospace industry in China pable rockets, thanks to Loral, Hughes peat that four or five times, because we that will compete with our own aero- and other aerospace firms. Communist must have heard it a thousand times space industry. Chinese rockets, which were a joke 10 on this floor, and every time said, I am I come from California. I come from years ago, when Bill Clinton became sure, in complete sincerity by the peo- a district in which aerospace is a President of the United States, they ple who were expressing it, but were to- mighty important part of our economy. were a joke, one out of 10 failed, ex- tally wrong. A very quick look into the I just want to thank all the people who ploded before they could get into space. statistics could have indicated that. have permitted this policy, this black- Today they are dramatically more By the way, just to let Members mail of American companies, to go on likely to hit their targets, and they know, the people of Taiwan, numbering under the name, under the guise of free even carry multiple warheads. Where 22 million people, buy more from us an- trade. It is going to sell out our own before they had one warhead and nine nually than the 1.2 Chinese on the national interest 10 years down the out of 10 would explode, now about 9 mainland. The Taiwanese, with 22 mil- road when these people will have a out of 10 get to their target, and some lion people, buy more consumer prod- modern aerospace industry building of them are carrying multiple war- ucts from us than do 1.2 billion Chinese weapons and being able to undercut our heads. in the mainland. own people. Gee, thanks. The Cox report detailed this trav- What has happened? What has hap- Making matters worse, many of the esty. We should not forget the Cox re- pened as a result of these nonsensical so-called companies in China that are port. Unfortunately, there has been in- counterproductive policies, anti-Amer- partnering with American industri- nuendo after innuendo as if the Cox re- ican policies to some degree, even alists, and American industrialists, port has in some way been proven though our own government has acqui- when they are going to build in China, wrong. There are no reports that indi- esced in them? It has resulted in a de- are often required to have a Chinese cate that what the gentleman from cline in domestic manufacturing facili- company as their partner as a pre- California (Mr. COX) and his task force ties in the United States. In other requisite to them investing in China, in proved has in some way been discred- words, we have been closing down our short order these so-called partners end ited. In fact, there was a transfer of factories and putting our people out of up taking over the company. So many technology to the Communist Chinese work. of American companies have been that did great damage to our national By the way, that does not mean the there and have been burned. security and put millions of American company is put out of business. Those Guess what, we look at these private lives at risk that did not have to be put factories spring up someplace else. Chinese companies that were partners at risk. There is this flood of Chinese products, with our American firms, we look at Yet, even with all this staring Con- the factory closes down, and guess them, and what do we find out? They gress in the face, we have continued to where it reopens? It reopens, yes, in are not private companies at all. Many give Most Favored Nations status to Communist China, using our modern of them are subsidiaries of the People’s China and even now vote to make them April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1549 part of the World Trade Organization. mate word. People must be free to be Why do you think Communist Chi- Why? One explanation, well just bad involved in enterprise. We must respect nese Boss Jiang Zemin recently visited theory. Expanding trade, of course, the basic tenets of liberty and justice Cuba? He was in Cuba with Fidel Cas- they believe will make things better. that have provided us a country in tro who hates our guts when he re- But expanding trade did not make which people are free to uplift them- leased the hostages, the American things better. Expanding trade with a selves through hard work and through military personnel that he was holding dictatorship, as I have mentioned, just enterprise. hostage. What do you think that was expands the power base and solidifies Today, more often than not, we are all about? He was telling the whole the bad guys in power. talking about how people are trying to world we are standing up to the United Of course the other explanation of find out ways of manipulating govern- States of America, and they are our why all this is going on, why we end up ment on how to make a profit, not how enemy. He was involved with an activ- seeing our national security trashed is to build a better product that will en- ity that was declaring to the world his pure greed on some individuals’ parts. rich everyone’s life and make a profit hostility towards the United States. Our businessmen have been blinded, by doing that, which is the essence of Why, when you have a country like not by the dream of selling U.S.-made the free enterprise system. this who are professing hostility to the products to China as they would have More and more people are not even United States and doing such as this, you believe in the debates here on the looking again to this great country and why are we permitting them to buy up floor of the House, but rather blinded considering this great country for the ports that will effectively give them by the vision of using virtually slave role that it is playing in this world and control of the Panama Canal, which is labor for quick profits on the mainland how important it is and how we should what they did a year and a half ago. of China. never sacrifice the security of this The Panama Canal, the last adminis- With little or no competition, no ne- country. Because if this country falls, tration let the Chinese, the Communist gotiators, no lawyers, no environ- the hope for freedom and justice every- Chinese, through bribery, tremen- mental restrictions, no unions, no pub- where in the world falls. No, instead dously expand its power in Panama lic consent, it sounds like a business- they have put their baskets, not in the and, through bribery, let it get control man’s dream to me. Yes, it is a busi- United States of America, put their of the port facilities at both ends of the nessman’s dream if you just blot out eggs in the basket of globalism. Well, Panama Canal. Why would we let such the picture of a grinding tyranny and globalism will not work without demo- a thing happen? the human rights abuses that are going cratic reform. In many ways, we are repeating his- on and the horrible threat to the China will corrupt the WTO, the tory. In the 1920s, Japanese militarists United States of America that is World Trade Organization, just as it wiped out Japan’s fledgling democratic emerging because of the things that has corrupted the election processes in movement. That it did. In doing so, it are going on and the things that are the United States of America. You can set a course for Japan. Japan then was being done. see it now 20 years from now, maybe 10 a racist power which believed it, too, Because you are a businessman, be- years from now, the panels of the WTO, had a right to dominate Asia. Japanese cause you are engaged in making a you know, made up of countries from militarists also knew that only the profit as we are free to do in the United all over the world, Latin America, Afri- United States of America stood in their States does not exempt you from being ca, Middle East. There are members of way. This is deja vu all over again as a patriot or being loyal to the security those panels making these decisions, Yogi Berra once said. interests of the United States of Amer- they will not have ever been elected by The Communist Chinese, too, are ica. anybody, much less the people of the militarists who seek to dominate Asia. Today’s American overseas business- United States of America, yet we will They think they are racially superior man quite often is a far cry from the be expected to follow their dictates. to everyone. They are unlike their Jap- Yankee clipper captains of days gone Communist China, they will pay those anese predecessors, however, willing to by. In those days, our Yankee clipper people off in a heartbeat. Why not? go slow, and they have been going slow. ships sailed the ocean, cut through They did it to our people. But make no mistake about it, they in- those seas, the Seven Seas. They were Remember the campaign contribu- tend to dominate Asia, all of it. And full going over, and they were full com- tions given to Vice President Gore at even know, their maps claim Siberia, ing back. They waived our flag. Our the Buddhist Temple? Remember the Mongolia and huge chunks of the flag was flying from those clipper money delivered to the Clinton’s by South China Sea. ships, and our flag stood for freedom Johnny Chung? Where did that money The confrontation with our surveil- and justice. Those Yankee clipper cap- come from? We are talking about hun- lance plane must be reviewed in this tains and those business entrepreneurs dreds of thousands of dollars. Where perspective if the damage to the United were proud to be Americans. did it come from? It originated with States and the imprudence and arro- Today, America’s tycoons often see Chinese military officers. These mili- gance on the part of the communist nationalism, read that loyalty to the tary officers were wearing civilian Chinese are to be understood. United States, as an antiquated notion. clothes. They were top officers in that China’s claim on the South China They are players in the global economy part of the People’s Liberation Army Sea includes the Spratley Islands. I now, they feel. Patriotism they believe that produces missiles. That is where have a map of the South China Sea is old think. the money came from, all this while with me tonight. Hainan Island. Our Well, we cannot rely on the decisions our most deadly missile technology airplane was intercepted, knocked out of people like this to determine what was being transferred to Communist of the sky somewhere in here. But the interests of the United States of China. One wonders why the Com- what we are not told about and what America is to be. Yet, the influence of munist Chinese leaders are arrogant the media is not focusing on and no one these billionaires and these tycoons, and think that American leaders are has been talking about is this plane these people who would be willing to cowards and corrupt when we let this was precisely in the waters between invest in a dictatorship or a democ- happen. Hainan Island and the Spratley Islands. racy, they could care less which one, Our country has, in short, had a dis- For those who do not know what the they do not care if there is blood drip- astrously counterproductive policy. We Spratley Islands are, they are just a se- ping off the hand that hands them the have, over the last 10 years, built our ries of reefs that are under water at dollar bills, those individuals influence worst potential enemy from a weak, high tide and at low tide above water. our government. Their influence on introverted power into a powerful eco- They are just a short distance, as you this elected body is monumental, if not nomic military force, a force that is can see, this is here, this is the Phil- insurmountable at times. looking to dominate all of Asia. When ippines; and right about 100 miles off- I believe in capitalism. I am a capi- I say worst potential enemy, that is shore, the Spratley Islands. Yet they talist. I am someone who believes in not just my assessment. That is what are several hundred miles from China. the free enterprise system, make no the Communist Chinese leaders them- Yet the Chinese are trying to claim mistake about it. But free is the ulti- selves believe and are planning for. these islands. That is what this was all H1550 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 about. Not only are these islands, the States and more repressive than ever varied people that live in India. But Spratley Islands, the home of natural before. President Bush’s decision in the they are struggling to make their gas and oil deposits, but they are also wake of this incident at Hainan Island country better and to have a demo- in a strategic location. to sell an arms package to Taiwan in- cratic system and to have rights and have a court system that functions, to b 2245 cluding destroyers, submarines and an antiaircraft upgrade was good. At least have opposition newspapers. They do The Spratly Islands, having them in it shows more moxie than what the not have any of that in China. Yet in- China’s power, having them being rec- last administration did. stead of helping the Indian people, we ognized as part of China, would, of I would have preferred to see the are helping the Communist Chinese course, be a disaster to the Philippines Aegis system be provided to our Tai- people? This is misplaced priorities at whose oil and gas that belongs to, but wanese friends. But at least we have best. also it would give the Communist Chi- gone forward with a respectable arms Finally, in this atmosphere of tur- nese sovereignty rights which would deal that will help Taiwan defend itself moil and confrontation, let us never permit them to bracket the South and thus deter military action in that forget who are our greatest allies, and China Sea. China, Hainan Island, the area. that is the Chinese people themselves. Spratlys would bracket the South But after the Hainan Island incident, Let no mistake in the wording that I China Sea, from this land point to this the very least we should be doing is have used tonight indicate that I hold land point. Thus, we have a situation canceling all U.S. military exchanges the Chinese people accountable or syn- where when China claims, which it with Communist China. I mean, I do onymous with the Chinese Government does, a 200-mile zone, that would leave not know if they are still delivering us or with Beijing or with the Communist China with a stranglehold on the South those berets or not, but that is just ri- Party in China. The people of China are China Sea which is one of the most im- diculous to think that we are getting as freedom-loving and as pro-American portant commercial areas on this plan- our military berets from Communist as any people of the world. et. It would have a stranglehold on China. We should cancel all military The people of China are not separated Japan and Korea. exchanges. from the rest of humanity. They too What do you think our friends in the The American people should be put want freedom and honest government. Persian Gulf, for example, would think on alert that they are in danger if they They want to improve their lives. They about it if they understood that this travel to the mainland of China. And do not want a corrupt dictatorship over was a power play, that what we had we should quit using our tax dollars them. And any struggle for peace and with the surveillance aircraft was a through the Export-Import Bank, the prosperity, any plan for our country to power play? The reason why the Com- IMF and the World Bank to subsidize try to bring peace to the world and to munist Chinese were demanding an big business when they want to build a bring a better life and to support the apology then, they were demanding an factory in China or in any other dicta- cause of freedom must include the peo- apology because supposedly we were in ple of China. their airspace. If we apologized, that torship. Why are we helping Vietnam and We do not want war. We want the was a recognition of their sovereignty China? Why are we helping those dicta- people of China to be free. Then we in bracketing with the Spratly Islands torships when nearby people, the peo- could have free and open trade because on one side and Hainan Island on the it would be a free country and it would ple of the Philippines, whom I just other side, bracketing the South China be free trade between free people in- mentioned, who are on the front line Sea. If we ended up apologizing to the stead of this travesty that we have against this Communist aggression, Communist regime, it would have been today, which is a trade policy that who China is trying to flood drugs into taken as a legal recognition, a small strengthens the dictatorship. one, of their sovereignty and their 200- their country. The Chinese army itself When the young people of China rose mile limit. That is what this was all is involved in the drug trade going into up and gathered together at about. That is why they were playing the Philippines. Tiananmen Square, they used our Stat- The Philippines are struggling to hardball with us. ue of Liberty as a model for their own The American people and our allies have a democracy. They have just had goddess of liberty. That was the statue are not being told that that is what the to remove a president who is being that they held forth. That was their stakes were. This is a long-term effort bribed. Bribed by whom? Bribed by or- dream. They dreamed that her torch, on the part of the Communist Chinese ganized crime figures from the main- the goddess of liberty, would enlighten to dominate the South China Sea and land of China. When those people in the all China and they dreamed of a China expand their power so they could call it Philippines are struggling, why are we democratic, prosperous and free. Our maybe the Communist China Sea rath- not trying to help them? Let us not en- shortsighted policy of subsidized one- er than the South China Sea. It be- courage American businesses to go to way trade crushes that goddess of lib- hooves us to face these facts. That is Vietnam or to Communist China, when erty every bit as much as those Red what it was all about. That is why they you have got people right close by who Army tanks did 12 years ago. wanted an apology and that is why are struggling to have a democratic Let us reexamine our souls. Let us they should not have gotten an apol- government and love the United States reexamine our policies. Let us reach ogy. of America. The people of the Phil- out to the people of China and claim I applaud this administration for ippines are strong and they love their together that we are all people of this wording its letter in a way that was freedom and their liberty, but they feel planet, as our forefathers said, we are not and could not in any way be inter- like they have been abandoned by the the ones, we are the people who have preted as a recognition of the Chinese United States. And when we help fac- been given by God the rights of life, sovereignty over that airspace. An tories to be set up in China rather than liberty and the pursuit of happiness. accommodationist policy toward Com- sending work to the Philippines, and That is not just for Americans. That is munist China, ignoring this type of ag- they do not even have the money to for all the people of the world. And gression, ignoring human rights and buy the weapons to defend themselves when we recognize that and reach out democracy concerns while stressing ex- in the Philippines. That is why it is im- with honesty and not for a quick buck, panded trade, and even through all this portant for us to stand tall, so they not just to make a quick buck and then you have a bunch of people saying, know they can count on us. But they get out, but instead to reach over to ‘‘Oh, isn’t it lucky we have trade rela- can only count on us if we do what is those people and help them build their tions or we would really be in trouble right and have the courage to stand up. country, then we will have a future of with the Communist Chinese.’’ Give me The same with China and India. India peace and prosperity. a break. But ignoring those other ele- is not my favorite country in the It will not happen if we sell out our ments and just stressing trade as part world, but I will tell you this much, own national security interests. It will of a so-called engagement theory has the Indians are struggling to have a not happen if we are only siding with not worked. free and democratic society. They have the ruling elite in China. We want to The regime in China is more power- democratic institutions, and it is a share a world with the people of China. ful, more belligerent to the United struggle because they have so many We are on their side. April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1551 Let me say this. That includes those Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas, for 5 min- ADJOURNMENT soldiers in the People’s Liberation utes, today. Mr. ROHRABACHER. Mr. Speaker, I Army. The people in the People’s Lib- Mr. MCGOVERN, for 5 minutes, today. move that the House do now adjourn. eration Army come from the popu- Ms. BROWN of Florida, for 5 minutes, The motion was agreed to; accord- lation of China. They and those other today. ingly (at 10 o’clock and 57 minutes forces at work in China should rise up Mr. CROWLEY, for 5 minutes, today. p.m.), the House adjourned until to- and join with all the other people in Mr. WEINER, for 5 minutes, today. morrow, Wednesday, April 25, 2001, at the world, especially the American Mr. SHERMAN, for 5 minutes, today. 10 a.m. people, who believe in justice and Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, for 5 minutes, f truth; and we will wipe away those peo- today. ple at the negotiating table today that Mr. DOOLEY of California, for 5 min- BILLS AND A JOINT RESOLUTION represent both sides of this negotia- utes, today. PRESENTED TO THE PRESIDENT tion, and we will sit face-to-face with Ms. ESHOO, for 5 minutes, today. PRIOR TO SINE DIE ADJOURN- all the people in the world who love (The following Members (at the re- MENT justice and freedom and democracy, quest of Mr. RADANOVICH) to revise and Mr. THOMAS, from the Committee just as our forefathers thought was extend their remarks and include ex- on House Administration, reported America’s rightful role, and we will traneous material:) that the committee did on the fol- build a better world that way. Mr. DEAL of Georgia, for 5 minutes, lowing date present to the President, We will not do it through a World today. for his approval, bills and a joint reso- Trade Organization. We will do it by Mr. RADANOVICH, for 5 minutes, lution of the House of the following ti- respecting our own rights and respect- today. tles: ing the rights of every other country Mr. KNOLLENBERG, for 5 minutes, On December 15, 2000: and every other people on this planet. today. H.R. 1653. To complete the orderly with- I hope that tonight the American Mr. SWEENEY, for 5 minutes, today. drawal of the NOAA from the civil adminis- people have heard these words. The Mr. BILIRAKIS, for 5 minutes, today. tration of the Pribilof Islands, Alaska, and course is not unalterable. This is a new Mrs. MORELLA, for 5 minutes, today. to assist in the conservation of coral reefs, administration. And in this new admin- Mr. ROYCE, for 5 minutes, today. and for other purposes. H.R. 2903. To reauthorize the Striped Bass istration, I would hope that we reverse Mr. RAMSTAD, for 5 minutes, today. Conservation Act, and for other purposes. these horrible mistakes that have com- Mr. HORN, for 5 minutes, today. H.R. 4577. Making consolidated appropria- promised our national security and un- Mr. WELDON of Florida, for 5 minutes, tions for the fiscal year ending September 30, dermined the cause of liberty and jus- April 26. 2001, and for other purposes. tice. Mrs. KELLY, for 5 minutes, May 1. H.R. 4656. To authorize the Forest Service I look forward to working with this Mr. KIRK, for 5 minutes, today. to convey certain lands in the lake Tahoe administration to doing what is right Mr. FERGUSON, for 5 minutes, today. Basin to the Wahoe County School District for our country and right for the cause Mr. SOUDER, for 5 minutes, today. for use as an elementary school site. H.R. 4942. H.R. Making appropriations for of peace and freedom. Mr. PAUL, for 5 minutes, on April 25. the government of the District of Columbia f f and other activities chargeable in whole or LEAVE OF ABSENCE in part against the revenues of said District SENATE BILLS REFERRED for the fiscal year ending September 30, 2001, By unanimous consent, leave of ab- Concurrent resolutions of the Senate and for other purposes. sence was granted to: of the following titles were taken from H.R. 5016. To redesignate the facility of the Mr. ABERCROMBIE (at the request of the Speaker’s table and, under the rule, United States Postal service located at 514 Express Center Road in Chicago, Illinois, as Mr. GEPHARDT) for today and until 1:00 referred as follows: p.m. April 25 on account of official the ‘‘J.T. Weeker Service Center’’. S. Con. Res. 7. Concurrent resolution ex- business. H.R. 5210. To designate the facility of the pressing the sense of Congress that the United States Postal Service located 200 Mr. HOLDEN (at the request of Mr. United States should establish an inter- South George Street in York, Pennsylvania, GEPHARDT) for today on account of offi- national education policy to further national as the ‘‘George Atlee Goodling Post Office cial business. security, foreign policy, and economic com- Building’’. Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD (at the request petitiveness, promote mutual understanding H.R. 5461. To amend the Magnuson-Stevens of Mr. GEPHARDT) for today and the and cooperation among nations, and for Fishery Conservation and Management balance of the week on account of ill- other purposes; to the Committee on Inter- eliminate the wasteful and unsortmanlike ness. national Relations; in addition to the Com- practice of shark finning. mittee on Education and the Workforce for a H.R. 5528. To authorize the construction of f period to be subsequently determined by the a Wakpa Sica Reconciliation Place in Fort SPECIAL ORDERS GRANTED Speaker, in each case for consideration of Pierce, South Dakota, and for other pur- such provisions as fall within the jurisdic- poses. By unanimous consent, permission to tion of the committee concerned. H.R. 5630. To authorize appropriations for address the House, following the legis- S. Con. Res. 23. Concurrent resolution ex- fiscal year 2001 for intelligence and intel- lative program and any special orders pressing the sense of Congress with respect ligence-related activities of the United heretofore entered, was granted to: to the involvement of the Government of States Government, the Community Man- (The following Members (at the re- Libya in the terrorist bombing of Pan Am agement Account, and the Central Intel- Flight 103, and for other purposes; to the quest of Mr. CROWLEY) to revise and ex- ligence Agency Retirement and Disability, tend their remarks and include extra- Committee on International Relations. and for other purposes. neous material:) f H.R. 5640. To expand homeownership in the United States, and for other purposes. Mr. BONIOR, for 5 minutes, today. BILLS PRESENTED TO THE H.J. RES. 133. Making further continuing Ms. NORTON, for 5 minutes, today. PRESIDENT appropriations for the fiscal year 2001, and Mr. DAVIS of Illinois, for 5 minutes, for other purposes. Jeff Trandahl, Clerk of the House re- today. f Mr. FILNER, for 5 minutes, today. ports that on April 5, 2001 he presented Mr. PALLONE, for 5 minutes, today. to the President of the United States, BILLS PRESENTED TO THE PRESI- Mr. TIERNEY, for 5 minutes, today. for his approval, the following bills. DENT SUBSEQUENT TO SINE DIE Mr. BERMAN, for 5 minutes, today. H.R. 132. To designate the facility of the ADJOURNMENT Mrs. CLAYTON, for 5 minutes, today. United States Postal Service located at 620 Mr. THOMAS, from the Committee Ms. WOOLSEY, for 5 minutes, today. Jacaranda Street in Lanai City, Hawaii, as on House Administration, reported the ‘‘Goro Hokama Post Office Building.’’ Mrs. MALONEY of New York, for 5 that the committee did on the fol- H.R. 395. To designate the facility of the minutes, today. United States Postal Service located at 2305 lowing date present to the President, Mr. VISCLOSKY, for 5 minutes, today. Minton Road in West Melbourne, Florida, as for his approval, bills and a joint reso- Mr. BECERRA, for 5 minutes, today. the ‘‘Ronald W. Reagan Post Office of West lution of the House of the following ti- Ms. KAPTUR, for 5 minutes, today. Melbourne, Florida.’’ tles: H1552 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001 On December 20, 2001: ting the cumulative report on rescissions ting the Commission’s final rule—Amend- H.R. 207. To amend title 5, United States and deferrals of budget authority as of April ment of Section 73.202(b), Table of Allot- Code, to make permanent the authority 1, 2001, pursuant to 2 U.S.C. 685(e); (H. Doc. ments, FM Broadcast Stations (Avalon, under which comparability allowances may No. 107—58); to the Committee on Appropria- Fountain Valley, Adelanto, Ridgecrest and be paid to Government physician retirement tions and ordered to be printed. Riverside, California) [MM Docket No. 99– purposes. 1533. A communication from the President 329; RM–9701] received April 5, 2001, pursuant H.R. 1795. To amend the Public Health of the United States, transmitting a request to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Service Act to establish the National Insti- to make funds available for the Disaster Re- Energy and Commerce. tute of Biomedical Imaging and Bio- lief program of the Federal Emergency Man- 1544. A letter from the Special Assistant to engineering. agement Agency, pursuant to section the Bureau Chief, Mass Media Bureau, Fed- H.R. 2570. To require the Secretary of the 251(b)(2)(A) of the Balanced Budget and eral Communications Commission, transmit- Interior to undertake a study regarding Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, as ting the Commission’s final rule—Amend- methods to commemorate the national sig- amended; (H. Doc. No. 107—59); to the Com- ment of Section 73.622(b), Table of Allot- nificance of the United States roadways that mittee on Appropriations and ordered to be ments, Digital Television Broadcast Stations comprise the Lincoln Highway, and for other printed. (Hastings, Nebraska) [MM Docket No. 00–241; RM–9968] received April 5, 2001, pursuant to 5 purposes. 1534. A letter from the Chairman, Federal U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on En- H.R. 2816. To establish a grant program to Financial Institutions Examination Council, transmitting an Annual Report for FY 2000; ergy and Commerce. assist State and local law enforcement in de- 1545. A letter from the Special Assistant to to the Committee on Financial Services. terring, investigating, and prosecuting com- the Bureau Chief, Mass Media Bureau, Fed- puter crimes. 1535. A letter from the Deputy Director, National Institute on Disability and Reha- eral Communications Commission, transmit- H.R. 3594. To repeal the modification of the ting the Commission’s final rule—Amend- bilitation Research, Department of Edu- installment method. ment of Section 73.202(b), Table of Allot- cation, transmitting Final Priorities—Rec- H.R. 3756. To establish a standard time ments, FM Broadcast Stations (Huachuca reational Programs, pursuant to 20 U.S.C. zone for Guam and the Commonwealth of the City, Arizona) [MM Docket No. 00–208; RM– 1232(f); to the Committee on Education and Northern Mariana Islands, and for other pur- 9977]; (Rio Rico, Arizona) [MM Docket No. poses. the Workforce. 00–209; RM–9978]; (Pine Level, Alabama) [MM 1536. A letter from the Assistant General H.R. 4020. To authorize the addition of land Docket No. 00–211; RM–9993] received April 5, Counsel for Regulatory Law, Department of to Sequoia National Park, and for other pur- 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the poses. Energy, transmitting the Department’s final Committee on Energy and Commerce. H.R. 4907. To establish the Jamestown rule—Software Quality Assurance—received 1546. A letter from the Special Assistant to 400th Commemoration Commission, and for April 6, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); the Bureau Chief, Mass Media Bureau, Fed- other purposes. to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. eral Communications Commission, transmit- 1537. A letter from the Assistant General ting the Commission’s final rule—Amend- f Counsel for Regulatory Law, Department of ment of Section 73.202(b), Table of Allot- EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, Energy, transmitting the Department’s final ments, FM Broadcast Stations (Hinton, rule—Reporting Unofficial Foreign Travel— ETC. Whiting, and Underwood, Iowa; and Blair, received April 6, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Nebraska) [MM Docket No. 99–94; RM–9532; Under clause 8 of rule XII, executive 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Energy and RM–9834] received April 5, 2001, pursuant to 5 communications were taken from the Commerce. U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on En- Speaker’s table and referred as follows: 1538. A letter from the Assistant General ergy and Commerce. Counsel for Regulatory Law, Department of 1547. A letter from the Chief, Market Dis- 1527. A letter from the Acting Adminis- Energy, transmitting the Department’s final putes Resolution Division, Enforcement Bu- trator, Agricultural Marketing Service, rule— Stabilization, Packaging, and Storage reau, Federal Communications Commission, Fruit and Vegetable Programs, Department of Plutonium-Bearing Materials [DOE-STD– transmitting the Commission’s final rule— of Agriculture, transmitting the Depart- 3013–2000] received April 6, 2001, pursuant to 5 Implementation of the Telecommunications ment’s final rule—Nectarines and Peaches U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on En- Act of 1996 [CC Docket No. 96–238] Amend- Grown in California; Revision of Handling ergy and Commerce. ment of Rules Governing Procedures to be Requirements for Fresh Nectarines and 1539. A letter from the Attorney, NHTSA, Followed When Formal Complaints are Filed Peaches [Docket No. FV01–916–1 IFR] re- Department of Transportation, transmitting Against Common Carriers—received April 5, ceived April 5, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. the Department’s final rule—Light Truck 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Agri- Average Fuel Economy Standard, Model Committee on Energy and Commerce. culture. Year 2003 [Docket No. NHTSA–2001–8977] 1548. A communication from the President 1528. A letter from the Deputy Associate (RIN: 2127–AI35) received April 5, 2001, pursu- of the United States, transmitting progress Administrator, Environmental Protection ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee toward a negotiated settlement of the Cy- Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final on Energy and Commerce. prus question covering the period February 1 rule—Fenpyroximate; Time-Limited Pes- 1540. A letter from the Deputy Associate through March 31, 2001, pursuant to 22 U.S.C. ticide Tolerance [OPP–301109; FRL–6773–2] Administrator, Environmental Protection 2373(c); to the Committee on International (RIN: 2070–AB78) received April 5, 2001, pursu- Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final Relations. ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee rule—National Emission Standards for Haz- 1549. A communication from the President on Agriculture. ardous Air Pollutants: Solvent Extraction of the United States, transmitting a report 1529. A letter from the Deputy Associate for Vegetable Oil Production [FRL–6965–5] on the status of efforts to obtain Iraq’s com- Administrator, Environmental Protection (RIN: 2060–AH22) received April 5, 2001, pursu- pliance with various resolutions adopted by the United Nations Security Council, pursu- Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee ant to 50 U.S.C. 1541; (H. Doc. No. 107—56); to rule—Imidacloprid; Pesticide Tolerance on Energy and Commerce. the Committee on International Relations [OPP–301114; FRL–6777–6] (RIN: 2070–AB78) re- 1541. A letter from the Deputy Associate ceived April 5, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. and ordered to be printed. Administrator, Environmental Protection 1550. A communication from the President 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Agri- Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final of the United States, transmitting a 6-month culture. rule—Standards of Performance for Electric periodic report on the national emergency 1530. A letter from the Deputy Associate Utility Steam Generating Units for Which with respect to significant narcotics traf- Administrator, Environmental Protection Construction is Commenced After September fickers centered in Colombia that was de- Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final 18, 1978; Standards of Performance for Indus- clared in Executive Order 12978 of October 21, rule—Zoxamide 3, 5-dichloro-N- (3-chloro-1- trial—Commercial—Institutional Steam 1995, pursuant to 50 U.S.C. 1622(d); (H. Doc. ethyl-1-methyl-2-oxopropyl) -4- Generating Units [FRL–6965–4] (RIN: 2060– No. 107—57); to the Committee on Inter- methylbenzamide; Pesticide Tolerance AE56) received April 5, 2001, pursuant to 5 national Relations and ordered to be printed. [OPP–301110; FRL–6774–8] (RIN: 2070–AB78) re- U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on En- 1551. A letter from the Lieutenant General, ceived April 6, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. ergy and Commerce. USAF, Director, Defense Security Coopera- 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Agri- 1542. A letter from the Deputy Associate tion Agency, transmitting notification con- culture. Administrator, Environmental Protection cerning the Department of the Air Force’s 1531. A letter from the Chairman and CEO, Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final Proposed Letter(s) of Offer and Acceptance Farm Credit Administration, transmitting rule—Approval and Promulgation of State (LOA) to the Republic of Korea for defense the Administration’s final rule—Federal Ag- Implementation Plans; Transportation Con- articles and services (Transmittal No. 01–06), ricultural Mortgage Corporation; Risk-Based formity: Idaho [ID–00–001; FRL–6957–1] re- pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 2776(b); to the Com- Capital Requirements (RIN: 3052–AB56) re- ceived April 6, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. mittee on International Relations. ceived April 6, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Energy and 1552. A letter from the Lieutenant General, 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Agri- Commerce. USAF, Director, Defense Security Coopera- culture. 1543. A letter from the Special Assistant to tion Agency, transmitting a report of en- 1532. A letter from the the Director, the Of- the Bureau Chief, Mass Media Bureau, Fed- hancement or upgrade of sensitivity of tech- fice of Management and Budget, transmit- eral Communications Commission, transmit- nology or capability (Transmittal No. 0A–01), April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1553 pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 2776(b)(5)(A); to the and Public Charter Schools Temporary Act Nonimmigrants, V and K Classifica- Committee on International Relations. Amendment Act of 2001’’ received April 19, tion—received April 5, 2001, pursuant to 5 1553. A letter from the Lieutenant General, 2001, pursuant to D.C. Code section 1— U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on the USAF, Director, Defense Security Coopera- 233(c)(1); to the Committee on Government Judiciary. tion Agency, transmitting a report of en- Reform. 1577. A letter from the Acting Secretary of hancement or upgrade of sensitivity of tech- 1565. A letter from the Chairman, Council the Army, Department of Defense, transmit- nology or capability (Transmittal No. 0B–01), of the District of Columbia, transmitting a ting a report on the construction of a flood pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 2776(b)(5)(A); to the copy of D.C. ACT 14–37, ‘‘Attendance and damage reduction project for the Upper Des Committee on International Relations. School Safety Temporary Act of 2001’’ re- Plaines River, Illinois; to the Committee on 1554. A letter from the Lieutentant Gen- ceived April 19, 2001, pursuant to D.C. Code Transportation and Infrastructure. eral, USAF, Director, Defense Security Co- section 1—233(c)(1); to the Committee on 1578. A letter from the Acting Secretary of operation Agency, transmitting notification Government Reform. the Army, Department of Defense, transmit- concerning the Department of the Navy’s 1566. A letter from the Chairman, Council ting a report on the recreation and commer- proposed Letter(s) of Offer and Acceptance of the District of Columbia, transmitting a cial navigation project at Ponce de Leon (LOA) to the Republic of Korea for defense copy of D.C. ACT 14–38, ‘‘Real Property Tax Inlet, Volusia County, Florida; to the Com- articles and services (Transmittal No. 01–08), Clarity and Litter Control Administration mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 2776(b); to the Com- Temporary Amendment Act of 2001’’ received ture. mittee on International Relations. April 19, 2001, pursuant to D.C. Code section 1579. A letter from the Program Analyst, 1555. A letter from the Acting Assistant 1—233(c)(1); to the Committee on Govern- FAA, Department of Transportation, trans- Secretary for Legislative Affairs, Depart- ment Reform. mitting the Department’s final rule—Estab- ment of State, transmitting certification of 1567. A letter from the Comptroller Gen- lishment of Prohibited Area P–49 Crawford; a proposed Manufacturing License Agree- eral, General Accounting Office, transmit- TX [Docket No. FAA–2001–9059; Airspace ment with the Republic of Korea [Trans- ting a report on the failure of the Depart- Docket No. 01–AWA–1] (RIN: 2120–AA66) re- mittal No. DTC 132–00], pursuant to 22 U.S.C. ment of Defense to provide access to certain ceived April 5, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 2776(c); to the Committee on International records to the General Accounting Office, 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- Relations. pursuant to 31 U.S.C. 716(b)(1); to the Com- tation and Infrastructure. 1580. A letter from the Program Analyst, 1556. A communication from the President mittee on Government Reform. of the United States, transmitting the sec- 1568. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- FAA, Department of Transportation, trans- mitting the Department’s final rule—Estab- ond report on the Status Of The Ratification ment of Agriculture, transmitting the FY lishment of Class E Airspace: Harrisonburg, Of World Intellectual Property Organization 2000 report pursuant to the Federal Man- VA [Airspace Docket No. 00–AEA–13FR] re- Copyright Treaty and The World Intellectual agers’ Financial Integrity Act, pursuant to ceived April 5, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Property Organization Performances and 31 U.S.C. 3512(c)(3); to the Committee on 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- Phonograms Treaty; to the Committee on Government Reform. tation and Infrastructure. 1569. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- International Relations. 1581. A letter from the Program Analyst, 1557. A letter from the Deputy Assistant ment of Commerce, transmitting the Depart- FAA, Department of Transportation, trans- Secretary for Export Administration, De- ment’s FY 2000 Annual Program Perform- mitting the Department’s final rule—Estab- partment of Commerce, transmitting the De- ance Report and FY 2002 Annual Perform- lishment of Class E Airspace: Waynesboro, partment’s final rule—Entity List: Revisions ance Plan; to the Committee on Government VA [Airspace Docket No. 01–AEA–14FR] re- and Additions [Docket No. 9704–28099–0127–10] Reform. ceived April 5, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 1570. A letter from the Associate General (RIN: 0694–AB60) received April 9, 2001; to the 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- Committee on International Relations. Counsel for General Law, Federal Emergency tation and Infrastructure. 1558. A letter from the Chairman, Council Management Agency, transmitting a report 1582. A letter from the Assistant General of the District of Columbia, transmitting a pursuant to the Federal Vacancies Reform Counsel for Regulatory Law, Department of copy of D.C. ACT 13–580, ‘‘Storm Water Per- Act of 1998; to the Committee on Govern- Energy, transmitting the Department’s final mit Compliance Amendment Act of 2000’’ re- ment Reform. rule—Cooperative Research and Develop- ceived April 19, 2001, pursuant to D.C. Code 1571. A letter from the Chairman, U.S. ment Agreements—received March 22, 2001, section 1—233(c)(1); to the Committee on Merit Systems Protection Board, transmit- pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- Government Reform. ting the Board’s FY 2000 performance report; mittee on Science. 1559. A letter from the Chairman, Council to the Committee on Government Reform. 1583. A letter from the Co-chair, National of the District of Columbia, transmitting a 1572. A letter from the Acting Director, Of- Assessment Synthesis Team and Co-director, copy of D.C. ACT 14–26, ‘‘Motor Vehicle Ex- fice of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- The Ecosystems Center, Marine Biological cessive Idling Exemption Temporary Amend- tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- Laboratory, transmitting a report entitled, ment Act of 2001’’ received April 19, 2001, pur- tion, transmitting the Administration’s final ‘‘Climate Change Impacts On The United suant to D.C. Code section 1—233(c)(1); to the rule—Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic States: The Potential Consequences Of Cli- Committee on Government Reform. Zone Off Alaska; Pollock in the West mate Variability And Change’’; to the Com- 1560. A letter from the Chairman, Council Yakutat District of the Gulf of Alaska mittee on Science. of the District of Columbia, transmitting a [Docket No. 010112013–1013–01; I.D. 032101H] 1584. A letter from the Acting Associate copy of D.C. ACT 14–27, ‘‘Eastern Avenue received April 5, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Administrator for Procurement, National Tour Bus Parking Prohibition Temporary 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Resources. Aeronautics and Space Administration, Amendment Act of 2001’’ received April 19, 1573. A letter from the Acting Assistant transmitting the Administration’s final 2001, pursuant to D.C. Code section 1— Administrator for Fisheries, National Oce- rule—Emergency Medical Services and 233(c)(1); to the Committee on Government anic and Atmospheric Administration, trans- Evacuation— received April 5, 2001, pursuant Reform. mitting the Administration’s final rule— to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on 1561. A letter from the Chairman, Council Steller Sea Lion Research Initiative (SSLRI) Science. of the District of Columbia, transmitting a [Docket No. 00–1220361; I.D. 022801A] (RIN: 1585. A letter from the Acting Associate copy of D.C. ACT 14–28, ‘‘Medicaid Provider 0648–ZB03) received April 13, 2001, pursuant to Administrator for Procurement, National Fraud Prevention Temporary Amendment 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Aeronautics and Space Administration, Act of 2001’’ received April 19, 2001, pursuant Resources. transmitting the Administration’s final to D.C. Code section 1—233(c)(1); to the Com- 1574. A letter from the the Chief Justice, rule—Safety and Health (Short Form)—re- mittee on Government Reform. the Supreme Court of the United States, ceived April 5, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 1562. A letter from the Chairman, Council transmitting amendments to the Federal 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Science. of the District of Columbia, transmitting a Rules of Bankruptcy Procedure that have 1586. A letter from the Chief, Regulatory copy of D.C. ACT 14–29, ‘‘Homestead and Sen- been adopted by the Court, pursuant to 28 Policy Officer, Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, ior Citizen Real Property Tax Temporary U.S.C. 2075; (H. Doc. No. 107—60); to the Com- and Firearms, Department of the Treasury, Act of 2001’’ received April 19, 2001, pursuant mittee on the Judiciary and ordered to be transmitting the Department’s final rule— to D.C. Code section 1—233(c)(1); to the Com- printed. Puerto Rican Tobacco Products and Ciga- mittee on Government Reform. 1575. A letter from the the Chief Justice, rette Papers and Tubes Shipped From Puerto 1563. A letter from the Chairman, Council the Supreme Court of the United States, Rico to the United States [T.D. ATF–444] of the District of Columbia, transmitting a transmitting amendments to the Federal (RIN: 1512–AC24) received April 5, 2001, pursu- copy of D.C. ACT 14–35, ‘‘Closing of a Public Rules of Civil Procedure that have been ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee Alley in Square 873, S.O. 99–68 Act of 2001’’ adopted by the Court, pursuant to 28 U.S.C. on Ways and Means. received April 19, 2001, pursuant to D.C. Code 2072; (H. Doc. No. 107—61); to the Committee 1587. A letter from the Chief, Regulations section 1—233(c)(1); to the Committee on on the Judiciary and ordered to be printed. Unit, Internal Revenue Service, transmitting Government Reform. 1576. A letter from the Acting Assistant the Service’s final rule—Announcement and 1564. A letter from the Chairman, Council Secretary for Legislative Affairs, Depart- Report Concerning Pre-Filing Agreements— of the District of Columbia, transmitting a ment of State, transmitting the Depart- received April 5, 2001, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. copy of D.C. ACT 14–36, ‘‘Uniform Per Stu- ment’s final rule—Visas: Nonimmigrant 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Ways and dent Funding Formula For Public Schools Classes; Legal Immigration Family Equity Means. H1554 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001

1588. A letter from the Chief, Regulations Committee of the Whole House on the State MALONEY of Connecticut, Mr. BUYER, Unit, Internal Revenue Service, transmitting of the Union. Mr. CUNNINGHAM, Mr. MCCRERY, Mr. the Service’s final rule—Publication of Infla- Mr. HANSEN: Committee on Resources. BISHOP, Mr. LAMPSON, Mr. VITTER, tion Adjustment Factor, Nonconventional H.R. 309. A bill to provide for the determina- Mr. BASS, Mr. ACKERMAN, Mr. BLUNT, Source Fuel Credit, and Reference Price for tion of withholding tax rates under the Mr. MCHUGH, Mr. RYAN of Wisconsin, Calendar Year 2000—received April 5, 2001, Guam income tax (rept. 107–48). Referred to Mr. QUINN, Mr. BACA, Mr. GONZALEZ, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- the Committee of the Whole House on the Mr. BAKER, Mr. WALSH, Mr. GREEN of mittee on Ways and Means. State of the Union. Texas, Mr. WEXLER, Mr. OXLEY, Mr. 1589. A letter from the Chief, Regulations Mr. SESSIONS: Committee on Rules. H. RADANOVICH, Mr. DIAZ-BALART, Mr. Unit, Internal Revenue Service, transmitting Res. 118. A resolution providing for consider- COOKSEY, Mr. CLEMENT, Mr. LARSEN the Service’s final rule—Determination of ation of the joint resolution (H.J.Res. 41) of Washington, Mr. SCHROCK, Mr. Issue Price in the Case of Certain Debt In- proposing an amendment to the Constitution PETRI, Mr. WATKINS, Ms. ROS- struments Issued for Property [Rev. Rul. of the United States with respect to tax limi- LEHTINEN, Mr. HILLIARD, Mr. OTTER, 2001–22] received April 19, 2001, pursuant to 5 tations. (Rept. 107–49). Referred to the House Mr. SHADEGG, Mr. BRYANt, Mr. U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Calendar. PLATTS, Mr. PUTNAM, Mr. CUMMINGS, Ways and Means. Mrs. MYRICK: Committee on Rules. H. Mr. RODRIGUEZ, Mr. CONDIT, Mr. BURR 1590. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- Res. 119. A resolution providing for consider- of North Carolina, and Mr. WYNN): ment of State, transmitting a report assess- ation of the bill (H.R. 503) to amend title 18, H.R. 1542. A bill to deregulate the Internet ing the voting practices of the governments United States code, and the Uniform code of and high speed data services, and for other of UN member states in the General Assem- Military Justice to protect unborn children purposes; to the Committee on Energy and bly and Security Council for 2000, and evalu- from assault and murder, and for other pur- Commerce. ating the actions and responsiveness of those poses (Rept. 107–50). Referred to the House By Mr. SESSIONS (for himself and Ms. governments to United States policy on Calendar. JACKSON-LEE of Texas): issues of special importance to the United H.R. 1543. A bill to amend the Fair Credit DISCHARGE OF COMMITTEE Reporting Act to exempt certain commu- States, pursuant to Public Law 101—167, sec- Pursuant to clause 2 of rule XII, The tion 527(a) (103 Stat. 1222); Public Law 101— nications from the definition of consumer re- 246, section 406(a) (104 Stat. 66); jointly to the Committee on Armed Services dis- port, and for other purposes; to the Com- Committees on International Relations and charged from further consideration of mittee on Financial Services. Appropriations. H.R. 503. Referred to the Committee of By Mr. BRADY of Texas: the Whole House on the State of the H.R. 1544. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- f enue Code of 1986 to exempt State and local Union and ordered to be printed. REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON political committees from duplicative notifi- PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS f cation and reporting requirements made ap- plicable to political organizations by Public Under clause 2 of rule XIII, reports of TIME LIMITATION OF REFERRED Law 106–230; to the Committee on Ways and committees were delivered to the Clerk BILL Means. By Mr. ANDREWS (for himself and Mr. for printing and reference to the proper Pursuant to clause 2 of rule XII the calendar, as follows: GRAHAM): following action was taken by the H.R. 1545. A bill to amend the Fair Labor [Pursuant to the order of the House on April 3, Speaker: Standards Act of 1938 to clarify the exemp- 2001 the following reports were filed on April tion from the minimum wage and overtime [The following action occurred on April 20, 2001] 20, 2001] compensation requirements of that Act for H.R. 503. Referral to the Committee on Mr. SENSENBRENNER: Committee on the certain computer professionals; to the Com- Armed Services extended for a period ending Judiciary. H.R. 503. A bill to amend title 18, mittee on Education and the Workforce. not later than April 24, 2001. United States Code, and the Uniform Code of By Mr. ANDREWS: H.R. 1546. A bill to allow States to spend Military Justice to protect unborn children f certain funds to establish and maintain peer from assault and murder, and for other pur- mediation programs; to the Committee on poses (Rept. 107–42 Pt. 1). Ordered to be print- PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS Education and the Workforce. ed. Under clause 2 of rule XII, public By Mr. ANDREWS: Mr. SENSENBRENNER: Committee on the bills and resolutions were introduced H.R. 1547. A bill to establish a grant pro- Judiciary. H.J. Res. 41. A resolution pro- and severally referred, as follows: gram in the Department of Defense to assist posing an amendment to the Constitution of ´ States and local governments in improving the United States with respect to tax limita- By Ms. VELAZQUEZ (for herself, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. GUTIERREZ, and Ms. their ability to prevent and respond to do- tions; with an amendment (Rept. 107–43). Re- mestic terrorism; to the Committee on ferred to the House Calendar, and ordered to MCKINNEY): H.R. 1540. A bill to amend the Public Armed Services, and in addition to the Com- be printed. mittees on the Judiciary, and Energy and Mr. SENSENBRENNER: Committee on the Health Service Act to prohibit discrimina- tion regarding exposure to hazardous sub- Commerce, for a period to be subsequently Judiciary. H.R. 392. A bill for the relief of determined by the Speaker, in each case for Nancy B. Wilson (Rept. 107–44). Referred to stances, and for other purposes; to the Com- mittee on Energy and Commerce. consideration of such provisions as fall with- the Private Calendar and ordered to be print- in the jurisdiction of the committee con- By Mr. EVANS (for himself, Mr. REYES, ed. cerned. Mr. SENSENBRENNER: Committee on the and Ms. BROWN of Florida): H.R. 1541. A bill to amend title 38, United By Mr. ANDREWS: Judiciary. H.R. 1209. A bill to amend the Im- H.R. 1548 A bill to phase out the inciner- States Code, to provide the Secretary of Vet- migration and Nationality Act to determine ation of solid waste, and for other purposes; erans Affairs authority to furnish certain whether an alien is a child, for purposes of to the Committee on Energy and Commerce, classification as an immediate relative, benefits for certain diseases occurring in and in addition to the Committee on Trans- based on the age of the alien on the date the children of Vietnam-era veterans upon a de- portation and Infrastructure, for a period to classification petition with respect to the termination that such diseases have a posi- be subsequently determined by the Speaker, alien is filed, and for other purposes (Rept. tive association with parental exposure to a in each case for consideration of such provi- 107–45). Referred to the Committee of the herbicide agent; to the Committee on Vet- sions as fall within the jurisdiction of the Whole House on the State of the Union, and erans’ Affairs. committee concerned. ordered to be printed. By Mr. TAUZIN (for himself, Mr. DIN- By Mr. ANDREWS: Mr. SENSENBRENNER: Committee on the GELL, Mr. GOODLATTE, Mr. BOUCHER, H.R. 1549. A bill to establish a demonstra- Judiciary. H.R. 863. A bill to provide grants Mr. ENGLISH, Mr. FROST, Mr. SMITH of tion program to provide comprehensive to ensure increased accountability for juve- Washington, Mr. LUCAS of Kentucky, health assessments for students; to the Com- nile offenders; with an amendment (Rept. Mr. WHITFIELD, Mr. MURTHA, Mr. mittee on Education and the Workforce, and 107–46). Referred to the Committee of the COLLINS, Mr. BLAGOJEVICH, Mr. in addition to the Committee on Energy and Whole House on the State of the Union, and FOSSELLA, Mr. DICKS, Mr. GILLMOR, Commerce, for a period to be subsequently ordered to be printed. Mr. BARTON of Texas, Mr. KIND, Mr. determined by the Speaker, in each case for GREENWOOD, Mr. MEEKS of New York, consideration of such provisions as fall with- [Submitted April 24, 2001] Mr. CAMP, Mr. BALDACCI, Mr. RA- in the jurisdiction of the committee con- Mr. HANSEN: Committee on Resources. HALL, Mr. HOLDEN, Mrs. MCCARTHY of cerned. H.R. 146. A bill to authorize the Secretary of New York, Mr. BRADY of Pennsyl- By Mr. BARTLETT of Maryland: the Interior to study the suitability and fea- vania, Mr. SIMPSON, Mr. BOYD, Mrs. H.R. 1550. A bill to change the deadline for sibility of designating the Great Falls His- NORTHUP, Mr. ENGEL, Mr. SANDLIN, income tax returns for calendar year tax- toric District in Paterson, New Jersey, as a Mr. EVERETT, Mr. BOEHNER, Mr. REY- payers from the 15th of April to the first unit of the National Park System, and for NOLDS, Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania, Monday in November; to the Committee on other purposes (Rept. 107–47). Referred to the Mr. SESSIONS, Mr. BONIOR, Mr. Ways and Means. April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1555

By Mr. BENTSEN: riod that begins with the first Saturday in CHEY, Mr. MOAKLEY, Mr. EVANS, Mr. H.R. 1551. A bill to amend the National November, to prohibit States from pre- BOUCHER, Mr. SANDERS, Mr. CLAY, Flood Insurance Act of 1968 to reduce losses venting citizens who are registered to vote Ms. CARSON of Indiana, Mr. KUCINICH, caused by repetitive flooding, and for other from voting in Federal elections and from Mr. RUSH, Mr. STARK, Mr. BALDACCI, purposes; to the Committee on Financial carrying out certain law enforcement activi- Mr. SANDLIN, Mrs. THURMAN, Mr. LA- Services. ties which have the effect of intimidating in- FALCE, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. STUPAK, By Mr. COX (for himself, Mr. GOOD- dividuals from voting, and for other pur- Mr. KILDEE, Mr. LATOURETTE, Mr. LATTE, and Mr. TOM DAVIS of Vir- poses; to the Committee on House Adminis- GEORGE MILLER of California, Mr. ginia): tration, and in addition to the Committee on HILLIARD, and Mr. MORAN of Vir- H.R. 1552. A bill to extend the moratorium the Judiciary, for a period to be subse- ginia): enacted by the Internet Tax Freedom Act quently determined by the Speaker, in each H.R. 1568. A bill to amend title XVIII of the through 2006, and for other purposes; to the case for consideration of such provisions as Social Security Act to remove the restric- Committee on the Judiciary. fall within the jurisdiction of the committee tion on coverage of periodic health examina- By Mr. DREIER (for himself, Ms. concerned. tions under the Medicare Program; to the LOFGREN, Mr. FLAKE, and Mr. By Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas: Committee on Energy and Commerce, and in HONDA): H.R. 1560. A bill to increase the numerical addition to the Committee on Ways and H.R. 1553. A bill to repeal export controls limitation on the number of asylees whose Means, for a period to be subsequently deter- on high performance computers; to the Com- status may be adjusted to that of an alien mined by the Speaker, in each case for con- mittee on International Relations, and in ad- lawfully admitted for permanent residence; sideration of such provisions as fall within dition to the Committee on Armed Services, to the Committee on the Judiciary. the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. for a period to be subsequently determined By Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas (for By Mr. OWENS: by the Speaker, in each case for consider- herself and Mr. SERRANO): H.R. 1569. A bill to establish a commission ation of such provisions as fall within the ju- H.R. 1561. A bill to amend the Immigration to study the establishment of a national edu- risdiction of the committee concerned. and Nationality Act with respect to the cation museum and archive for the United By Mr. FILNER: record of admission for permanent residence States; to the Committee on Education and H.R. 1554. A bill to provide for a one-year in the case of certain aliens; to the Com- the Workforce. procurement moratorium for the Marine mittee on the Judiciary. By Mr. OWENS: Corps V–22 Osprey tilt-rotor aircraft pro- By Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas: H.R. 1570. A bill to amend the Elementary gram in order to provide a needed time out H.R. 1562. A bill a bill to replace the Immi- and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to pro- and to allow for a safety and performance re- gration and Naturalization Service with the vide up-to-date school library media re- liability evaluation of that aircraft; to the Office of the Associate Attorney General for sources and well-trained, professionally cer- Committee on Armed Services. Immigration Affairs, the Bureau of Immigra- tified school library media specialists for el- By Mr. FOLEY (for himself, Mr. TAN- tion Services, and the Bureau of Immigra- ementary schools and secondary schools, and NER, and Mr. MCCRERY): tion Enforcement, and for other purposes; to for other purposes; to the Committee on H.R. 1555. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- the Committee on the Judiciary, and in addi- Education and the Workforce. enue Code of 1986 to increase the deduction tion to the Committee on Government Re- By Mr. OWENS: H.R. 1571. A bill to provide for permanent for meal and entertainment expenses of form, for a period to be subsequently deter- resident status for any alien orphan phys- small businesses; to the Committee on Ways mined by the Speaker, in each case for con- ically present in the United States who is and Means. sideration of such provisions as fall within less than 12 years of age and to provide for By Mr. FOLEY (for himself and Mr. the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. deferred enforced departure status for any NEAL of Massachusetts): By Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas (for alien physically present in the United States H.R. 1556. A bill to amend title XVIII of the herself and Mr. SERRANO): Social Security Act to increase the amount H.R. 1563. A bill to assist aliens who were who is the natural and legal parent of a child of payment for inpatient hospital services transplanted to the United States as chil- born in the United States who is less than 18 years of age; to the Committee on the Judi- under the Medicare Program, and to freeze dren in continuing their education and oth- ciary. the reduction in payments to hospitals for erwise integrating into American society; to By Mr. OWENS: indirect costs of medical education; to the the Committee on the Judiciary. Committee on Ways and Means, and in addi- H.R. 1572. A bill to amend the Immigration By Mr. KUCINICH (for himself, Mrs. and Nationality Act to provide for legal per- tion to the Committee on Energy and Com- JONES of Ohio, Mr. LATOURETTE, Mr. manent resident status for certain undocu- merce, for a period to be subsequently deter- FROST, Mr. BROWN of Ohio, Mr. SAW- mented or nonimmigrant aliens; to the Com- mined by the Speaker, in each case for con- YER, and Mr. HINCHEY): mittee on the Judiciary. sideration of such provisions as fall within H.R. 1564. A bill to fund capital projects of By Mr. OWENS: the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. State and local governments, and for other H.R. 1573. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- By Mr. GRAHAM: purposes; to the Committee on Transpor- enue Code of 1986 to provide more revenue for H.R. 1557. A bill to amend the Elementary tation and Infrastructure, and in addition to the Social Security system by imposing a and Secondary Education Act of 1965 to per- the Committees on Financial Services, and tax on certain unearned income and to pro- mit local educational agencies to use funds the Budget, for a period to be subsequently vide tax relief for more than 80,000,000 indi- made available under the innovative edu- determined by the Speaker, in each case for viduals and families who pay more in Social cation program to support certain commu- consideration of such provisions as fall with- Security taxes than income taxes by reduc- nity service programs; to the Committee on in the jurisdiction of the committee con- ing the rate of the old age, survivors, and Education and the Workforce. cerned. disability insurance Social Security payroll By Mr. HILLIARD (for himself, Mr. By Mr. LAHOOD: tax; to the Committee on Ways and Means. FILNER, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. CLY- H.R. 1565. A bill to award a congressional By Mr. OWENS: BURN, Mrs. JONES of Ohio, Mr. FRANK, gold medal to Brian Lamb; to the Committee H.R. 1574. A bill to provide for prices of Ms. CARSON of Indiana, Mr. CLAY, Mr. on Financial Services. pharmaceutical products that are fair to the KUCINICH, Mr. JEFFERSON, Mrs. MEEK By Mr. LEACH: producer and the consumer, and for other of Florida, Mr. RANGEL, Mr. WYNN, H.R. 1566. A bill to urge the President to purposes; to the Committee on Energy and Mr. DAVIS of Illinois, Ms. JACKSON- initiate consultations with the Governments Commerce, and in addition to the Committee LEE of Texas, Ms. LEE, Ms. MCKIN- of Singapore, Australia, and New Zealand to on the Judiciary, for a period to be subse- NEY, Mr. NADLER, and Mrs. determine the feasibility and desirability of quently determined by the Speaker, in each CHRISTENSEN): negotiations to create a free trade area be- case for consideration of such provisions as H.R. 1558. A bill to prohibit States from de- tween the United States and those countries; fall within the jurisdiction of the committee nying any individual the right to register to to the Committee on Ways and Means. concerned. vote for an election for Federal office, or the By Ms. LEE (for herself and Ms. WA- By Mr. SENSENBRENNER: right to vote in an election for Federal of- TERS): H.R. 1575. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- fice, on the grounds that the individual has H.R. 1567. A bill to encourage the provision enue Code of 1986 to suspend all motor fuel been convicted of a Federal crime, and for of multilateral debt cancellation for coun- taxes for six months, and to permanently re- other purposes; to the Committee on the Ju- tries eligible to be considered for assistance peal the 4.3-cent per gallon increases in diciary. under the Heavily Indebted Poor Countries motor fuel taxes enacted in 1993; to the Com- By Mr. HILLIARD (for himself, Mr. (HIPC) Initiative or heavily affected by HIV/ mittee on Ways and Means. THOMPSON of Mississippi, Mrs. JONES AIDS, and for other purposes; to the Com- By Mr. UDALL of Colorado: of Ohio, Mr. FILNER, Mr. RANGEL, Mr. mittee on Financial Services. H.R. 1576. A bill to designate the James WYNN, Mr. DAVIS of Illinois, Ms. By Mr. MCDERMOTT (for himself, Mrs. Peak Wilderness and Protection Area in the JACKSON-LEE of Texas, Ms. LEE, Ms. MINK of Hawaii, Mr. KLECZKA, Mr. Arapaho and Roosevelt National Forests in MCKINNEY, Mrs. CHRISTENSEN, and GILCHREST, Mr. FROST, Mr. BROWN of the State of Colorado, and for other pur- Mr. JACKSON of Illinois): Ohio, Mr. FRANK, Mr. MATSUI, Mr. poses; to the Committee on Resources. H.R. 1559. A bill to require that general BRADY of Pennsylvania, Mr. WEXLER, By Mr. HOEKSTRA (for himself, Mr. Federal elections be held over the 48-hour pe- Ms. RIVERS, Mr. BONIOR, Mr. HIN- FRANK, Mr. COLLINS, Mrs. MALONEY H1556 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001

of New York, Mr. SENSENBRENNER, 24. The SPEAKER presented a memorial of CLAYTON, Mr. TIERNEY, Mr. ABERCROMBIE, Mr. COBLE, Mr. HILLEARY, Ms. BALD- the Senate of the Commonwealth of Pennsyl- Mr. GRUCCI, Mr. GILMAN, Ms. MCCOLLUM, Ms. WIN, Mr. JENKINS, Mr. KLECZKA, Mr. vania, relative to Resolution 8 memori- ROS-LEHTINEN, Mr. REHBERG, Mrs. TOM DAVIS of Virginia, Mr. RAHALL, alizing the United States Congress to enact NAPOLITANO, and Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois. Ms. HART, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. BLUNT, H.R. 1041 that amends section 1917(b)(1)(c) of H.R. 13: Mr. MCHUGH and Mr. SWEENEY. Mr. GORDON, Mr. BURR of North Caro- the Social Security Act by deleting the date H.R. 17: Mr. WAXMAN, Mr. LAHOOD, Mr. lina, Mr. SMITH of Washington, Mr. of May 14, 1993, for states to have long term BLAGOJEVICH, Mr. PETRI, and Mr. FORD. LAHOOD, Mr. NEY, Mr. HILLIARD, Mr. care partnership plans approved, affording H.R. 25: Mrs. ROUKEMA. LOBIONDO, Mr. JONES of North Caro- states throughout the nation the ability to H.R. 28: Mr. RAHALL and Mr. WEINER. lina, Mr. ENGLISH, Mr. DOYLE, Mr. give their citizens the same rights to partici- H.R. 31: Mr. WHITFIELD, Mr. GIBBONS, Mr. MCHUGH, Mr. EHLERS, Ms. CARSON of pate in these types of programs; to the Com- TAYLOR of North Carolina, Mr. CONDIT, Mr. Indiana, Mr. SESSIONS, Mr. CAMP, Mr. mittee on Energy and Commerce. TAYLOR of Mississippi, Mr. WATKINS, and Mr. KUCINICH, Mr. ROYCE, Mr. SOUDER, 25. Also, a memorial of the General Assem- BILIRAKIS. and Mr. TANNER): bly of the State of North Dakota, relative to H.R. 36: Mr. BLUMENAUER and Mr. EHLERS. H.R. 1577. A bill to amend title 18, United Resolution No. 4028 memorializing the H.R. 37: Mr. CANNON and Mr. BOEHLERT. States Code, to require Federal Prison Indus- United States Congress to call a convention H.R. 39: Mr. TIAHRT Mr. VITTER, and Mr. tries to compete for its contracts minimizing pursuant to Article V of the United States SHIMKUS. its unfair competition with non-inmate Constitution; to the Committee on the Judi- H.R. 41: Mr. CARDIN, Ms. WOOLSEY, and Ms. workers and the firms that employ them and ciary. ROYBAL-ALLARD. increasing the likelihood that Federal agen- 26. Also, a memorial of the House of Rep- H.R. 46: Mr. SANDERS. cies get the best value for taxpayers dollars, resentatives of the State of Indiana, relative H.R. 65: Mr. BROWN of Ohio. H.R. 68: Mr. GOODE, Mr. STENHOLM, Ms. to require that Federal Prison Industries to Resolution 22 memorializing the United LEE, and Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. fully and timely perform its Government States Congress to rename the Federal H.R. 80: Mr. COX. contracts by empowering Federal con- Building in New Albany, Indiana, in honor of H.R. 82: Mr. LATOURETTE. tracting officers with the contract adminis- former Congressman Lee Hamilton; to the H.R. 115: Mr. MEEKS of New York. tration tools generally available to assure Committee on Transportation and Infra- H.R. 117: Mr. KILDEE, Mr. WU, and Mr. full and timely performance of other Govern- structure. KUCINICH. ment contracts, to enhance the opportuni- 27. Also, a memorial of the House of Rep- H.R. 144: Ms. RIVERS. ties for effective public participation in deci- resentatives of the State of Ohio, relative to H.R. 162: Mr. LUTHER, Mr. BROWN of Ohio, sions to expand the activities of Federal Resolution 8 memorializing the United Mr. CARDIN, Ms. ESHOO, Mr. LANGEVIN, Mr. Prison Industries, to provide to Federal States Congress to take all actions that are BISHOP, Mr. CARSON of Oklahoma, Mr. agencies temporary preferential contract necessary to stop the dumping of foreign HOEFFEL, Mr. CRAMER, Mr. INSLEE, Mr. award authority to ease the transition of steel in the United States, including the TOWNS, Mrs. TAUSCHER, Ms. HOOLEY of Or- Federal Prison Industries to obtaining in- amendment of existing foreign trade laws or egon, Mr. BORSKI, Mr. ACKERMAN, Ms. JACK- mate work opportunities through other than the enactment of new foreign trade law to SON-LEE of Texas, Mr. GREENWOOD, Mr. its mandatory source status, to provide addi- address the crisis in the steel industry; to LATOURETTE, Mr. PASCRELL, Mr. COSTELLO, tional work opportunities for Federal in- the Committee on Ways and Means. and Mr. BLAGOJEVICH. mates by authorizing Federal Prison Indus- 28. Also, a memorial of the House of Rep- H.R. 168: Mr. CRENSHAW and Mrs. JO ANN tries to provide inmate workers to nonprofit resentatives of the State of Michigan, rel- DAVIS of Virginia. entities with protections against commercial ative to Resolution 40 memorializing the H.R. 175: Mr. HEFLEY, Mr. RADANOVICH, Mr. activities, and for other purposes; to the United States Congress to repeal the federal SOUDER, Mr. BLUNT, and Mr. CULBERSON. Committee on the Judiciary. excise tax on telephone and other commu- H.R. 179: Mr. GIBBONS, Mr. RYAN of Wis- By Mr. STEARNS: nications services; to the Committee on consin, Ms. ESHOO, Mr. GORDON, and Mr. H. Con. Res. 105. Concurrent resolution ex- Ways and Means. PRICE of North Carolina. pressing the sense of the Congress that the 29. Also, a memorial of the Legislature of H.R. 187: Mr. BEREUTER. Congress should have the power to prohibit the State of Wyoming, relative to a Resolu- H.R. 214: Mr. HONDA. desecration of the flag of the United States; tion memorializing the United States Con- H.R. 218: Mr. KING, Mr. BURR of North to the Committee on the Judiciary. gress to immediately secure the construction Carolina, Mr. HOSTETTLER, Mr. HALL of By Mr. GRUCCI (for himself and Mr. of critically needed new electric generation Texas, Mr. PICKERING, Mr. GORDON, Mr. ENGLISH): facilities, oil, and gas pipeline and trans- CLEMENT, Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York, Mr. H. Res. 120. Resolution urging cemeteries mission facilities using Wyoming Power BONILLA, Mr. SHERMAN, Mr. PETERSON of to maintain the flags placed on the grave River Basin super compliant coal, Wyoming Pennsylvania, Mr. STRICKLAND, Mr. MALONEY sites of American veterans on Memorial Day gas and other available Wyoming natural re- of Connecticut, and Mr. COX. through at least May 31; to the Committee sources; jointly to the Committees on En- H.R. 250: Mr. SNYDER, Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN, on Veterans’ Affairs. ergy and Commerce and Transportation and Mr. NADLER, Mr. MATHESON, Mr. OSBORNE, By Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California Infrastructure. Mr. MARKEY, Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island, (for himself, Mr. ABERCROMBIE, Mr. Mr. SABO, Mrs. CAPITO, Mr. LEWIS of Georgia, BONIOR, Mr. COYNE, Mr. EVANS, Mr. f Mr. PETERSON of Pennsylvania, Mr. LA- FILNER, Ms. KAPTUR, Mr. KILDEE, Ms. PRIVATE BILLS AND FALCE, Mr. JOHN, Mr. DUNCAN, Mr. RYAN of MCKINNEY, Mr. NADLER, Mr. PAYNE, RESOLUTIONS Wisconsin, and Mr. CAPUANO. Ms. PELOSI, Ms. SANCHEZ, Mr. SHOWS, H.R. 259: Mr. BARTLETT of Maryland. Mr. SMITH of New Jersey, Ms. SOLIS, Under clause 3 of rule XII, private H.R. 261: Mr. LEWIS of California and Mr. and Mr. STARK): bills and resolutions of the following COX. H. Res. 121. Resolution expressing the sin- titles were introduced and severally re- H.R. 267: Mr. HOBSON, Mr. LUCAS of Okla- cerest condolences of the House of Rep- ferred, as follows: homa, Mr. YOUNG of Alaska, Mr. LEWIS of resentatives to the families of the 42 people, Kentucky, Mr. DAVIS of Florida, and Mr. including 37 children, killed in the March 6, By Mr. GONZALEZ: H.R. 1578. A bill for the relief of Abecnego HILLIARD. 2001, explosion of the Fanglin elementary Monje Ortiz, Dolores Ortiz, and Eneyda H.R. 280: Mr. BARTLETT of Maryland and school in the Jianxi province of the People’s Monje Ortiz; to the Committee on the Judici- Mr. LINDER. Republic of China, and for other purposes; to H.R. 281: Mr. HILLEARY. the Committee on International Relations, ary. H.R. 293: Mr. LARSEN of Washington, Mr. and in addition to the Committee on Ways By Mr. GUTIERREZ: H.R. 1579. A bill for the relief of Juan Gon- MCDERMOTT, Ms. SANCHEZ, Mr. UDALL of New and Means, for a period to be subsequently zalez and Mayra Valenzuela; to the Com- Mexico, Mr. BONIOR, and Ms. SLAUGHTER. determined by the Speaker, in each case for mittee on the Judiciary. H.R. 294: Mr. REHBERG. consideration of such provisions as fall with- H.R. 296: Mr. PAYNE. f in the jurisdiction of the committee con- H.R. 298: Mr. SOUDER, Mr. FRANK, Ms. cerned. ADDITIONAL SPONSORS HART, and Mr. COSTELLO. By Mr. PALLONE: H.R. 303: Mr. BURTON of Indiana, Mr. INS- H. Res. 122. Resolution expressing the sense Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors LEE, Mr. GOSS, Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky, Mr. of the House of Representatives that India were added to public bills and resolu- LARGENT, Mrs. JOHNSON of Connecticut, Mr. should be a permanent member of the United tions as follows: REYNOLDS, Mr. GARY G. MILLER of Cali- Nations Security Council; to the Committee H.R. 7: Mr. PITTS, Mr. KOLBE, Mrs. fornia, Mr. PRICE of North Carolina, Mr. on International Relations. NORTHUP, Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin, Mr. BACH- HINOJOSA, Mrs. DAVIS of California, Mr. f US, Mr. TIAHRT, Mr. BARR of Georgia, Mr. LANGEVIN, Mr. HONDA, Mrs. LOWEY, Mr. MEMORIALS BROWN of South Carolina, Mr. SMITH of New ISRAEL, and Mr. DOOLEY of California. Jersey, and Mr. CRENSHAW. H.R. 318: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mrs. MORELLA, Under clause 3 of rule XII, memorials H.R. 10: Mr. HOSTETTLER, Mr. SHIMKUS, Mr. Mr. GILCHREST, Mr. FERGUSON, and Ms. were presented and referred as follows: PETERSON of Minnesota, Mr. HANSEN, Mrs. LOFGREN. April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1557

H.R. 336: Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA and Mr. H.R. 663: Mr. GONZALEZ, Mr. HOLDEN, and H.R. 937: Mr. STUMP. UDALL of Colorado. Ms. MCKINNEY. H.R. 948: Mr. RODRIGUEZ, Mr. BALDACCI, Mr. H.R. 348: Mr. DEUTSCH. H.R. 665: Mr. BISHOP, Mrs. CLAYTON, Mrs. FRANK, Mr. LANTOS, Mr. RAHALL, Ms. ESHOO, H.R. 429: Ms. WATERS. DAVIS of California, Ms. HARMAN, Mr. Mr. LAFALCE, Mr. MCNULTY, Mr. LOBIONDO, H.R. 436: Mr. PLATTS, Mr. BENTSEN, Mr. ISRAEL, Mr. LEVIN, Ms. LOFGREN, and Mr. Mr. HOLDEN, Mr. CLAY, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, and HOEFFEL, and Mr. CAPUANO. STUPAK. Ms. RIVERS. H.R. 458: Mr. MILLER of Florida, Mr. H.R. 682: Mr. SABO. H.R. 951: Mr. JONES of North Carolina, Mr. ENGLISH, and Mr. SESSIONS. H.R. 687: Mr. ENGLISH, Mr. WAXMAN, and HOLDEN, Mr. TOOMEY, Mr. LARGENT, Mr. H.R. 476: Mr. TIAHRT and Mr. BLUNT. Mr. HONDA. BENTSEN, Mr. PRICE of North Carolina, Mrs. H.R. 478: Mr. BOYD. H.R. 730: Mr. BOUCHER and Ms. MILLENDER- THURMAN, Ms. DEGETTE, Mr. SANDERS, Mrs. H.R. 500: Ms. MCKINNEY, Mr. ENGEL, and MCDONALD. MORELLA, Mr. BISHOP, Ms. MCCOLLUM, and Mr. CAPUANO. H.R. 737: Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD, Mr. Mr. FRANK. H.R. 503: Mr. WOLF, Mr. WICKER, Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois, Mr. HONDA, Mr. PRICE of H.R. 952: Ms. MCCARTHY of Missouri, Ms. GRAVES, Mr. PICKERING, Mr. RYAN of Wis- North Carolina, Mr. BERRY, and Mr. HOLDEN. SLAUGHTER, Mr. BLUNT, Mr. HOBSON, Mr. consin, and Mr. KINGSTON. H.R. 746: Mr. KERNS and Mr. TIAHRT. JONES of North Carolina, Mrs. CAPPS, Ms. H.R. 510: Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA and Mr. H.R. 747: Mr. COX. KAPTUR, Ms. RIVERS, Mr. GEPHARDT, and Mr. BERRY. H.R. 752: Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. NEAL of Massachusetts. H.R. 512: Ms. HOOLEY of Oregon, Mr. H.R. 755: Mr. SABO, Ms. DEGETTE, Mr. H.R. 954: Mr. STRICKLAND, Mr. SANDERS, BONIOR, and Mr. BOEHLERT. BECERRA, Mr. BOUCHER, and Ms. EDDIE BER- Mrs. CAPPS, Mr. BOEHLERT, Mrs. THURMAN, H.R. 513: Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA, Mr. BOEH- NICE JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. BLUMENAUER, Mr. BALDACCI, Mr. WU, Mr. LERT, Ms. NORTON, and Mr. LAFALCE. H.R. 760: Mr. HOLDEN and Mr. SHAYS. DICKS, Ms. MCKINNEY, Mr. PAYNE, and Mrs. H.R. 516: Mr. MURTHA. H.R. 762: Mr. BACA. DAVIS of California. H.R. 525: Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. H.R. 770: Ms. SANCHEZ, Ms. KAPTUR, Mrs. H.R. 962: Mr. RUSH. H.R. 526: Mr. SNYDER, Ms. MCCOLLUM, Mr. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia, Mr. VISCLOSKY, H.R. 967: Mr. RANGEL, Mr. WEXLER, Mrs. ROSS, Mr. DAVIS of Illinois, Mr. MALONEY of Mr. GUTIERREZ, and Mrs. MCCARTHY of New ROUKEMA, Mr. BONIOR, Ms. ESHOO, Mr. FARR Connecticut, and Ms. DELAURO. York. of California, Mr. LANGEVIN, Mr. GOODE, Mr. H.R. 527: Mr. HERGER, Mr. HOSTETTLER, and H.R. 778: Mr. BLUMENAUER, Mr. CALVERT, KING, Mrs. MINK of Hawaii, Mr. GALLEGLY, Mr. SIMPSON. Mr. UDALL of Colorado, Ms. DEGETTE, Ms. and Ms. MCCOLLUM. H.R. 542: Mr. SESSIONS. HARMAN, Ms. SLAUGHTER, and Ms. MCCOL- H.R. 968: Mr. BONIOR, Mr. KILDEE, Mr. H.R. 548: Mr. WATTS of Oklahoma, Mr. LUM. FALEOMAVAEGA, Mr. PAUL, Mr. WICKER, Mr. DOYLE, Mrs. WILSON, Mr. GRAHAM, Mr. JONES H.R. 782: Ms. HART, Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. FARR COSTELLO, Mr. SCHROCK, and Mr. SANDLIN. of North Carolina, Mr. BOYD, Mr. CARSON of of California, Mr. STARK, and Mr. BOUCHER. H.R. 969: Mr. LAHOOD, Mr. NEY, Mr. Oklahoma, Mr. MILLER of Florida, Mr. MOL- H.R. 783: Ms. MCKINNEY. CHAMBLISS, and Mr. BUYER. H.R. 786: Mr. GONZALEZ and Ms. PELOSI. LOHAN, Mr. WICKER, Mr. HOLT, Mr. INSLEE, H.R. 1001: Mr. SANDLIN. H.R. 792: Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island, Ms. Mr. STEARNS, Mr. HUTCHINSON, Mr. FRANK, H.R. 1004: Mr. CLYBURN. RIVERS, Mr. MCDERMOTT, and Mr. STARK. Mr. PAUL, Mr. CUNNINGHAM, Ms. HOOLEY of H.R. 1016: Mr. BARTLETT of Maryland. H.R. 805: Mr. TIAHRT and Mr. HILL. Oregon, Mr. YOUNG of Alaska, Mr. SPRATT, H.R. 1018: Mr. TIBERI. H.R. 817: Mr. DOOLITTLE, Mr. JENKINS, Mr. Mr. BAIRD, Mr. COYNE, Mr. FILNER, Mr. H.R. 1020: Mr. MORAN of Kansas, Mr. NAD- GARY G. MILLER of California, and Mr. TANCREDO, Mr. HAYES, Mr. DUNCAN, Mr. WAL- LER, Mr. LARSEN of Washington, Mr. HASTINGS of Washington. DEN of Oregon, Mr. ISAKSON, Mr. BONILLA, MCHUGH, Mr. HOLDEN, Mr. FILNER, Mr. H.R. 822: Ms. ESHOO, Mr. LANGEVIN, and Mr. Mr. DEFAZIO, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Mr. SMITH of PLATTS, Mr. ROSS, Mr. SANDERS, Mr. BASS, KENNEDY of Rhode Island. New Jersey, Mr. JEFFERSON, Ms. MCCARTHY Mr. DEFAZIO, Ms. HART, Mr. BALDACCI, Mr. H.R. 826: Mr. HAYWORTH, Mr. GOODE, Mr. of Missouri, Mr. CRENSHAW, Mr. BACA, Mrs. VISCLOSKY, Mr. GANSKE, Mr. WATKINS, Mr. SOUDER, Mr. RYUN of Kansas, and Mr. SMITH TIAHRT, Mr. PETRI, Mr. BOEHLERT, Mr. EMERSON, Mr. ROSS, Ms. PELOSI, Mr. LANTOS, of Michigan. Mr. GORDON, Mr. BLUNT, Mr. SANDERS, and HAYES, Mr. ENGLISH, Mr. HILL, Mr. HERGER, H.R. 827: Mr. HILLEARY, Mr. GONZALEZ, and Ms. KAPTUR, Mr. LIPINSKI, and Mr. GEKAS. Mrs. THURMAN. Mr. SOUDER. H.R. 549: Mr. HOUGHTON, Mr. NEY, and Mr. H.R. 1029: Mr. HOEKSTRA, Mr. SCHAFFER, H.R. 831: Mr. BALDACCI, Mr. HORN, Mr. Mr. PITTS, Mr. CANTOR, Mr. TIAHRT, and Mr. GEKAS. MCHUGH, Mr. MCGOVERN, Mr. RAHALL, Mr. H.R. 566: Mr. LANGEVIN. SOUDER. DAVIS of Florida, Mr. COYNE, Mr. RAMSTAD, H.R. 1051: Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California H.R. 572: Mr. MANZULLO, Mr. MCINTYRE, Mr. HOBSON, Mr. HILLIARD, Mr. SANDLIN, Mr. and Mr. CONYERS. and Mr. RUSH. GANSKE, Mr. GORDON, Mr. BACA, Mr. ABER- H.R. 1052: Mr. KANJORSKI and Mr. RUSH. H.R. 582: Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD, Mr. CROMBIE, Mr. GONZALEZ, Mr. WEXLER, Ms. H.R. 1053: Mrs. MALONEY of New York, Mr. HOLDEN, and Mrs. THURMAN. HART, Mr. HALL of Ohio, Ms. SLAUGHTER, Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California, and Mr. RUSH. H.R. 586: Mr. OSBORNE, Mrs. CLAYTON, and HOLDEN, Mr. EHRLICH, Mr. MOAKLEY, Mr. H.R. 1054: Mrs. MALONEY of New York, Mr. Mr. UDALL of Colorado. PRICE of North Carolina, Mr. MORAN of Kan- GEORGE MILLER of California, and Mr. RUSH. H.R. 595: Ms. MCKINNEY, Mr. MCINTYRE, sas, and Mrs. NAPOLITANO. H.R. 1055: Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California Mr. KING, Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. WEXLER, Mrs. H.R. 840: Mrs. MORELLA, Mr. RAMSTAD, and and Mr. RUSH. THURMAN, Mr. LANGEVIN, and Mr. EVANS. Mrs. THURMAN. H.R. 1056: Mrs. MALONEY of New York, Mr. H.R. 599: Ms. KAPTUR, Ms. WOOLSEY, Mrs. H.R. 844: Mr. KING, Mr. FRANK, Mr. MCNUL- GEORGE MILLER of California, and Mr. RUSH. DAVIS of California, Ms. BALDWIN, Mr. TY, Mr. ENGLISH, Ms. VELA´ ZQUEZ, Mr. BOEH- H.R. 1057: Mrs. MALONEY of New York, Mr. LANGEVIN, Mr. BONIOR, Mrs. MORELLA, Mr. LERT, and Mr. WEINER. GEORGE MILLER of California, and Mr. RUSH. PASCRELL, and Mr. ROTHMAN. H.R. 862: Ms. LOFGREN. H.R. 1058: Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California H.R. 602: Ms. HART, Mr. MCINTYRE, and Mr. H.R. 868: Mr. NUSSLE, Mr. PENCE, Mrs. and Mr. RUSH. ROTHMAN. EMERSON, Mr. TRAFICANT, Mr. PHELPS, Mr. H.R. 1059: Mr. GEORGE MILLER of Cali- H.R. 604: Mr. BLAGOJEVICH, Mr. DAVIS of Il- BARTLETT of Maryland, Ms. DELAURO, Mr. fornia. linois, Mr. KILDEE, Mr. LANTOS, and Mrs. FERGUSON, Mr. FARR of California, Mr. H.R. 1060: Mr. GONZALEZ, Mr. GEORGE MIL- MCKINNEY. WAMP, Mr. HOLDEN, Mr. STUMP, Mr. LANTOS, LER of California, and Mr. RUSH. H.R. 606: Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island, Mr. Mr. LATOURETTE, and Mr. PUTNAM. H.R. 1061: Mrs. MALONEY of New York, Mr. BECERRA, Mr. DINGELL, Mr. KILDEE, Ms. H.R. 869: Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin, Mrs. GEORGE MILLER of California, and Mr. RUSH. PELOSI, Mr. MCNULTY, Mr. OWENS, Mr. MORELLA, and Ms. HART. H.R. 1072: Mr. BLAGOJEVICH and Ms. MCKIN- MCGOVERN, Mr. ABERCROMBIE, Mr. UDALL of H.R. 876: Mr. GONZALEZ, Mr. DICKS, Ms. NEY. New Mexico, Mr. BERRY, Mr. NEAL of Massa- BERKLEY, Mr. STENHOLM, and Mr. INSLEE. H.R. 1076: Mr. PAYNE, Ms. WATERS, Ms. RIV- chusetts, Mr. COSTELLO, and Mr. HUTCH- H.R. 877: Mr. RYUN of Kansas and Mr. ERS, Mr. RODRIGUEZ, Mr. MURTHA, Mr. ED- INSON. TIAHRT. WARDS, Mr. HINCHEY, Mr. STRICKLAND, Ms. H.R. 608: Mr. STRICKLAND. H.R. 885: Mr. RUSH. MCCARTHY of Missouri, Ms. MILLENDER- H.R. 612: Mr. JONES of North Carolina, Mr. H.R. 906: Mr. GILCHREST, Mr. GRUCCI, Mr. MCDONALD, Ms. HOOLEY of Oregon, Mr. KUCINICH, Mr. LARSON of Connecticut, Mr. HOEFFEL, and Mr. BLUMENAUER. TRAFICANT, and Mr. ACKERMAN. NEY, Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. H.R. 912: Mr. PORTMAN, Mr. KLECZKA, Mrs. H.R. 1082: Mr. SANDLIN, Mr. GREEN of Wis- NEAL of Massachusetts, and Ms. JACKSON- DAVIS of California, Mr. RUSH, and Mrs. consin, Mr. TERRY, Mr. PUTNAM, Mr. LEE of Texas. THURMAN. PASCRELL, Mr. HAYES, and Mr. LATHAN. H.R. 619: Ms. LOFGREN. H.R. 917: Mr. SABO. H.R. 1083: Mr. WU. H.R. 623: Mrs. TAUSCHER. H.R. 921: Mrs. THURMAN. H.R. 1084: Ms. KAPTUR. H.R. 631: Ms. SLAUGHTER. H.R. 931: Mr. ARMEY, Mr. BLUNT, Mr. H.R. 1086: Mr. BONIOR. H.R. 639: Mr. FOLEY, Ms. CARSON of Indi- MCGOVERN, Mr. SHAYS, Mr. ROHRABACHER, H.R. 1097: Mr. MCKEON, Mr. TIERNEY, Mr. ana, Mrs. THURMAN, MS. SLAUGHTER, Mr. Mr. BROWN of Ohio, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. BERMAN, Mr. COYNE, Ms. MCKINNEY, and Mr. LANTOS, and Mr. DIAZ-BALART. DOYLE, and Mr. SOUDER. LANTOS. H.R. 661: Mr. GANSKE, Mr. POMEROY, and H.R. 933: Mr. BONIOR, Mr. DAVIS of Illinois, H.R. 1112: Mr. STARK, Mr. WAXMAN, and Mr. Mr. PORTMAN. and Mr. PALLONE. RUSH. H1558 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE April 24, 2001

H.R. 1116: Ms. LOFGREN. H.R. 1271: Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania. California, Ms. SLAUGHTER, Mr. STARK, and H.R. 1121: Mrs. EMERSON, Mr. OBERSTAR, H.R. 1275: Mrs. THURMAN, Mr. KIRK, Mr. Mr. MCNULTY. Mr. LATOURETTE, Mr. HINCHEY, Ms. STRICKLAND, Ms. MCKINNEY, Mr. SMITH of H.R. 1438: Mrs. THURMAN. DELAURO, Mr. SANDERS, Mrs. LOWEY, Mr. Washington, Mr. FILNER, and Mr. SMITH of H.R. 1450: Mr. CRENSHAW, Ms. BROWN of BALDACCI, Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California, New Jersey. Florida, and Mr. DEUTSCH. Ms. KAPTUR, and Ms. MCKINNEY. H.R. 1276: Ms. KAPTUR and Mr. GEORGE H.R. 1452: Ms. LEE, Mr. STARK, Mr. ABER- H.R. 1136: Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. MILLER of California. CROMBIE, and Mr. GUTIERREZ. H.R. 1137: Mr. HEFLEY, Ms. HART, Mr. H.R. 1280: Ms. HART, Ms. NORTON, Mr. H.R. 1462: Mr. SCHAFFER. SERRANO, and Mr. MORAN of Virginia. BACA, Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts, and Mr. H.R. 1464: Ms. BALDWIN, Mr. FORD, Mr. H.R. 1138: Mr. SCHAFFER, Mr. DAVIS of Illi- FRANK. FARR of California, Mr. NADLER, Mr. nois, Mr. YOUNG of Alaska, Mr. PICKERING, H.R. 1291: Ms. HART, Mr. RAHALL, Mr. BLUMENAUER, Mrs. THURMAN, and Mr. and Mr. SESSIONS. BACA, Mr. BONIOR, Ms. NORTON, Mr. PAYNE, RODRIGUEZ. H.R. 1140: Mr. COMBEST, Mr. BARTON of Mr. PASTOR, Mr. GOODE, and Ms. ROYBAL-AL- H.R. 1467: Mr. OTTER, Mr. SHOWS, and Mr. Texas, Mr. KENNEDY of Minnesota, Mr. LARD. GOODE. GALLEGLY, Mr. REHBERG, Mrs. BONO, Mr. H.R. 1296: Mr. HULSHOF, Mr. GONZALEZ, H.R. 1468: Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. MANZULLO, Mr. BURTON of Indiana, Mr. ROG- Mrs. EMERSON, Mr. BARTON of Texas, Mr. H.R. 1470: Mr. SABO, Mr. SAWYER, and Mr. ERS of Michigan, Mr. PORTMAN, Mr. JENKINS, Mr. PETRI, Mr. SMITH of Texas, and LANTOS. RAMSTAD, Mr. PICKERING, Mr. SCHROCK, Mr. Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. H.R. 1471: Mrs. THURMAN. PUTNAM, Mr. COBLE, Mr. STUMP, Mr. TIBERI, H.R. 1305: Mr. BARR of Georgia, Mr. BAR- H.R. 1488: Ms. ESHOO. Ms. GRANGER, Mr. HANSEN, Mr. MCINNIS, Mr. RETT, Mr. BURR of North Carolina, Mr. CLAY, H.R. 1490: Mr. PRICE of North Carolina, Mr. WEXLER, Mr. TANNER, Mr. GORDON, Mr. ACK- Mrs. CLAYTON, Mr. COBLE, Mr. COLLINS, Mr. GALLEGLY, and Mr. HUTCHINSON. ERMAN, Mr. BOYD, Mr. DAVIS of Illinois, Mrs. GEPHARDT, Mr. GILLMOR, Mr. HULSHOF, Mr. H.R. 1496: Mr. WOLF. CAPPS, Ms. MCCARTHY of Missouri, Ms. NUSSLE, Mr. OBERSTAR, Mr. ROGERS of Michi- H.R. 1497: Mr. SHERMAN and Mr. SHOWS. PELOSI, MR. CRAMER, Ms. RIVERS, Mr. gan, Mr. TIBERI, and Mr. VITTER. H.R. 1498: Mr. JEFFERSON. SCHIFF, Mr. WAXMAN, Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. H.R. 1306: Mr. STARK, Mr. WAXMAN, and Mr. H.R. 1501: Mr. BEREUTER. LEVIN, Mr. HONDA, Mr. SMITH of Washington, DOYLE. H.R. 1507: Mrs. THURMAN, Mr. GOODE, and Mr. HALL of Ohio, Ms. LOFGREN, and Mr. H.R. 1307: Mr. BONIOR, Mr. KILDEE, Mr. Mr. EVERETT. SERRANO. BALDACCI, Mr. MCGOVERN, and Ms. LEE. H.R. 1143: Ms. WOOLSEY, Mr. FARR of Cali- H.R. 1313: Ms. MCKINNEY. H.R. 1522: Mr. GREEN of Texas, Mr. fornia, Mr. DAVIS of Florida, Mr. RUSH, Mr. H.R. 1324: Mr. ROSS, Mr. CARSON of Okla- KUCINICH, Mr. MCDERMOTT, Mrs. THURMAN, BACA, Mr. QUINN, Mrs. TAUSCHER, Mr. FRANK, homa, Mrs. MINK of Hawaii, Mr. ACEVEDO- Mr. RUSH, Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California, Mr. STARK, Mr. TOWNS, Mr. LANTOS, and Mr. VILA´ , AND MR. BONILLA. Ms. LEE, Mr. PRICE of North Carolina, Mr. MCNULTY. H.R. 1328: Mr. HALL of Ohio, Mr. OBERSTAR, BOUCHER, Mr. LANTOS, and Mr. FILNER. H.R. 1147: Mr. GREENWOOD and Ms. MCKIN- Mr. GANSKE, Mr. NEY, Mr. GILLMOR, Mr. H.J. Res. 13: Ms. RIVERS. NEY. LATOURETTE, Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD, H.J. Res. 20: Mr. UNDERWOOD. H.R. 1155: Mr. BECERRA, Mr. KIND, Ms. and Mr. BACA. H.J. Res. 36: Mr. SCHAFFER, Mr. COMBEST, MCCARTHY of Missouri, Mr. JACKSON of Illi- H.R. 1330: Mr. BORSKI, Mrs. MINK of Hawaii, Mr. BLUNT, Mr. COSTELLO, Mr. PICKERING, nois, Mr. ROTHMAN, Mr. MASCARA, Mr. BOS- Mr. SANDLIN, Mr. GUTIERREZ, Mr. FILNER, Mr. MANZULLO, Mr. LARGENT, Mrs. ROUKEMA, WELL, and Mr. LATOURETTE. Mr. LEVIN, Mr. STARK, Mr. BONIOR, Mr. Mr. BARTLETT of Maryland, and Mr. H.R. 1160: Mr. SABO. STEARNS, Mr. HONDA, Mr. PRICE of North BALDACCI. H.R. 1165: Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Carolina, and Mr. BROWN of Ohio. H. Con. Res. 25: Mr. WELLER, Mr. STARK, Texas. H.R. 1335: Ms. DELAURO and Mrs. MINK of and Mr. ROTHMAN. H.R. 1170: Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Mr. FARR of Hawaii. H. Con. Res. 37: Mr. BEREUTER. California, Mr. ROSS, Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA, H.R. 1340: Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. H. Con. Res. 42: Mr. TIERNEY, Mrs. Mr. ENGEL, Mrs. CAPPS, Mr. GEORGE MILLER H.R. 1351: Mr. OWENS. MALONEY of New York, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. of California, Mr. BROWN of Ohio, and Ms. H.R. 1354: Mr. WYNN, Mr. MCDERMOTT, Mr. DICKS, Mr. MALONEY of Connecticut, and Mr. ESHOO. LATOURETTE, Ms. MCKINNEY, Mr. ABER- PASTOR. H.R. 1177: Ms. ESHOO and Mrs. MORELLA. CROMBIE, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. RUSH, Mrs. H. Con. Res. 45: Mrs. WILSON, Ms. JACKSON- H.R. 1182: Mr. TOOMEY. MORELLA, Mr. OBERSTAR, Mr. BROWN of Ohio, LEE of Texas, Mr. BONIOR, and Mr. HOLT. H.R. 1184: Mr. GUTIERREZ, Mr. RANGEL, Mr. Mr. BALDACCI, and Mr. TOWNS. H. Con. Res. 58: Mr. CROWLEY, Mr. BONIOR, CLEMENT, Mr. LANGEVIN, Mr. HOYER, and Mr. H.R. 1358: Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas, Mr. and Mr. BLAGOJEVICH. BONIOR. CROWLEY, Mr. HOLT, Mr. WEXLER, and Mr. H. Con. Res. 67: Mr. ROHRABACHER, Mr. H.R. 1187: Mr. BLAGOJEVICH, Mr. GILMAN, PALLONE. BARTLETT of Maryland, and Mr. KING. Mr. PASCRELL, Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. WEXLER, Mr. H.R. 1360: Mr. TIERNEY, Mr. BARRETT, Mr. H. Con. Res. 68: Mr. WYNN, Mr. WAMP, Mr. CROWLEY, and Mr. BORSKI. MCGOVERN, Mr. PALLONE, Mr. SHOWS, Mr. BONIOR, and Mr. FRANK. H.R. 1192: Ms. MCCOLLUM, Ms. MCKINNEY, FALEOMAVAEGA, Ms. BROWN of Florida, Mr. H. Con. Res. 72: Mr. KUCINICH, Mr. SOUDER, Mr. KUCINICH, Ms. BROWN of Florida, Mr. KIND, Mr. OLVER, Mr. RAHALL, Mr. CAPUANO, and Mr. RUSH. SHOWS, Mr. DOYLE, Mrs. MALONEY of New Mrs. MINK of Hawaii, Mr. HASTINGS of Flor- H. Con. Res. 89: Mr. AKIN, Mr. GRAVES, Mrs. York, Mr. OBERSTAR, Mr. SIMMONS, Mr. GUT- ida, and Mr. BALDACCI. EMERSON, Mr. HULSHOF, Mr. BLUMENAUER, KNECHT, Mr. ANDREWS, Mr. MATSUI, Mr. CAR- H.R. 1366: Mrs. NAPOLITANO, Ms. LEE, Mr. Mr. OTTER, Ms. DUNN, and Mr. DEFAZIO. SON of Oklahoma, Mr. JOHNSON of Illinois, OSE, Mr. THOMAS, Mr. RADANOVICH, Ms. H. Con. Res. 95: Mr. BOEHNER, Mr. PETRI, Ms. RIVERS, Mr. BLAGOJEVICH, Mr. CARDIN, WOOLSEY, Mr. DOOLITTLE, Mr. HORN, Mr. Mr. HOEKSTRA, Mr. ROEMER, Mr. BURR of Mr. OLVER, Mr. MARKEY, Mr. FORD, and Mr. HERGER, Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California, North Carolina, Mr. FLETCHER, Mr. KELLER, DEFAZIO. Mr. ROHRABACHER, Mr. SHERMAN, Mr. CAL- Mr. DEMINT, Mr. MCKEON, Mr. SCHAFFER, Mr. H.R. 1194: Ms. CARSON of Indiana, Mr. VERT, and Mr. STARK. SMITH of New Jersey, Mr. CASTLE, and Mr. PORTMAN, and Mr. TIERNEY. H.R. 1367: Mr. LEWIS of California, Mr. ISAKSON. H.R. 1227: Mr. BARR of Georgia. PALLONE, and Mr. BOUCHER. H. Con. Res. 97: Mr. BONIOR, Mr. BACA, and H.R. 1234: Mr. HASTINGS of Florida, Mr. H.R. 1371: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Ms. Mr. SHERMAN. MEEKS of New York, and Ms. MILLENDER- MILLENDER-MCDONALD, Mr. KUCINICH, Mr. H. Con. Res. 98: Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. GON- MCDONALD. SANDERS, Mr. WEXLER, Mrs. TAUSCHER, Mr. ZALEZ, Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD, Mr. H.R. 1238: Mr. COYNE, Mrs. MORELLA, and WAXMAN, and Mr. LANTOS. MCGOVERN, Mrs. MORELLA, Mr. HONDA, Ms. Mr. JEFFERSON. H.R. 1375: Mr. SOUDER, Mr. RANGEL, and BROWN of Florida, and Mr. SCHIFF. H.R. 1242: Mr. TOWNS, Mr. MEEKS of New Mr. MCINTYRE. York, Mrs. MALONEY of New York, Mrs. H.R. 1377: Mr. BARTLETT of Maryland, Mr. H. Con. Res. 104: Mrs. CLAYTON, Ms. MORELLA, Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia, Mr. HUTCHINSON, Mr. CRENSHAW, and Mrs. WIL- SCHAKOWSKY, Mr. KILDEE, Mr. NADLER, Mr. MCNULTY, Mr. TERRY, Ms. SON. FALEOMAVAEGA, Mrs. LOWEY, Mr. MCKEON, VELA´ ZQUEZ, Mr. CAPUANO, and Ms. JACKSON- H.R. 1388: Mr. LUCAS of Oklahoma, Mrs. and Mr. LEVIN. LEE of Texas. CLAYTON, Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi, Mr. H. Res. 13: Ms. SLAUGHTER and Ms. ROS- H.R. 1252: Mr. SAXTON, Mr. HOLT, Ms. ROY- BERRY, Mr. BALDACCI, Mr. SHIMKUS, Mr. LEHTINEN. BAL-ALLARD, Mr. FRANK, Mr. OWENS, Mr. SKELTON, and Mr. HILLIARD. H. Res. 14: Mr. LANGEVIN. JACKSON of Illinois, Ms. BROWN of Florida, H.R. 1400: Mr. UDALL of Colorado, Mr. HILL- H. Res. 75: Mr. MANZULLO. Mr. HILLIARD, Mr. RAHALL, Ms. HARMAN, Mr. IARD, Mr. SABO, Mr. GONZALEZ, Mr. H. Res. 87: Mr. COYNE, Ms. SCHAKOWSKY, PASCRELL, Mr. STARK, Mr. FROST, Ms. BALD- LANGEVIN, Mr. ROSS, Mr. ACKERMAN, and Mr. Mr. LANGEVIN, and Mr. DEFAZIO. WIN, Mr. FARR of California, Mr. DAVIS of Il- RODRIGUEZ. H. Res. 97: Mr. LEVIN and Mr. LANTOS. linois, Mr. GUTIERREZ, Ms. SOLIS, Mr. VIS- H.R. 1416: Mr. CROWLEY. H. Res. 112: Mr. SHIMKUS and Mr. SAM CLOSKY, Mrs. CLAYTON, Mrs. MALONEY of New H.R. 1431: Mr. CARSON of Oklahoma, Mr. JOHNSON of Texas. York, and Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. KUCINICH, and Ms. DEGETTE. H. Res. 117: Mr. BROWN of Ohio, Mr. MAT- H.R. 1255: Ms. KAPTUR, Ms. PELOSI, Mr. H.R. 1436: Mr. WHITFIELD, Mr. BROWN of SUI, Mr. SCHIFF, Mr. CONYERS, Mr. RUSH, and Mr. ENGEL. Ohio, Mr. BONIOR, Mr. GEORGE MILLER of BLUMENAUER, and Mr. PASCRELL. April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H1559 DELETION OF SPONSORS FROM the normal course of the pregnancy resulting 2332b, 2340A, and 2441 of title 18, United PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS in prenatal injury (including termination of States Code. the pregnancy), shall, in addition to any pen- (2) Section 408(e) of the Controlled Sub- Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors alty imposed for the violation, be punished stances Act of 1970 (21 U.S.C. 848). were deleted from public bills and reso- as provided in subsection (b). (3) Section 202 of the Atomic Energy Act of lutions as follows: 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2283). (b) The punishment for a violation of sub- (4) Sections 918, 919(a), 919(b)(2), 920(a), 922, H. R. 641: Mr. OSBORNE. section (a) is— H. R. 1310: Mrs. MALONEY of New York. 924, 926, and 928 of title 10, United States (1) if the relevant provision of law set forth Code (articles 118, 119(a), 119(b)(2), 120(a), 122, f in subsection (c) is set forth in paragraph (1), 124, 126, and 128). AMENDMENTS (2), or (3) of that subsection, a fine under title 18, United States Code, or imprison- H.J. Res. 41 Under clause 8 of rule XVIII, pro- ment for not more than 20 years, or both, but OFFERED BY: MS. JACKSON-LEE posed amendments were submitted as if the interruption terminates the preg- AMENDMENT NO. 1: Page 3, line 22, strike follows: nancy, a fine under title 18, United States the close quotation mark and the period that H.R. 503 Code, or imprisonment for any term of years follows. or for life, or both; and OFFERED BY: MS. LOFGREN Page 3, after line 22, insert the following: (2) if the relevant provision of law is set (Amendment in the Nature of a Substitute) ‘‘SECTION 3. Any bill, resolution, or other forth in subsection (c)(4), the punishment legislative measure reducing benefits pay- AMENDMENT NO. 1: Strike all after the en- shall be such punishment (other than the able from the Federal Old Age and Survivors acting clause and insert the following: death penalty) as the court martial may di- Insurance Trust Fund, the Federal Disability SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. rect. Trust Fund, the Medicare Hospital Insurance This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Motherhood (c) The provisions of law referred to in sub- Trust Fund, the Medicare Supplemental Protection Act of 2001’’. section (a) are the following: Medical Insurance Trust Fund, or any suc- SEC. 2. CRIMES AGAINST A WOMAN—TERMI- (1) Sections 36, 37, 43, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, cessor fund shall require for final adoption in NATING HER PREGNANCY. 229, 242, 245, 247, 248, 351, 831, 844(d), (f), (h)(1), each House the concurrence of two thirds of (a) Whoever engages in any violent or and (i), 924(j), 930, 1111, 1112, 1114, 1116, 1118, the Members of that House voting and assaultive conduct against a pregnant 1119, 1120, 1121, 1153(a), 1201(a), 1203(a), 1365(a), present.’’. woman resulting in the conviction of the 1501, 1503, 1505, 1512, 1513, 1751, 1864, 1951, person so engaging for a violation of any of 1952(a)(1)(B), (a)(2)(B), and (a)(3)(B), 1958, Page 2, lines 15 and 16, insert ‘‘, other than the provisions of law set forth in subsection 1959, 1992, 2113, 2114, 2116, 2118, 2119, 2191, 2231, section 3,’’ after ‘‘this article’’ each place it (c), and thereby causes an interruption to 2241(a), 2245, 2261, 2261A, 2280, 2281, 2332, 2332a, appears. E PL UR UM IB N U U S Congressional Record United States th of America PROCEEDINGS AND DEBATES OF THE 107 CONGRESS, FIRST SESSION

Vol. 147 WASHINGTON, TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2001 No. 52 Senate The Senate met at 9:30 a.m. and was The legislative clerk read the fol- consent that the Senate now be in a pe- called to order by the Honorable LIN- lowing letter: riod for morning business until 12:30 COLN CHAFEE, a Senator from the State U.S. SENATE, p.m., with the first half of the time of Rhode Island. PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE, designated for the majority leader, or Washington, DC, April 24, 2001. his designee, and the second half of the PRAYER To the Senate: time controlled by the minority leader, Under the provisions of rule I, paragraph 3, The Chaplain, Dr. Lloyd John or his designee. of the Standing Rules of the Senate, I hereby Mr. REID. Mr. President, again re- Ogilvie, offered the following prayer: appoint the Honorable LINCOLN CHAFEE, a God of all nations, Father of every Senator from the State of Rhode Island, to serving the right to object, at an ap- tribe, color and tongue of humankind, perform the duties of the Chair. propriate time, I will withdraw my ob- You have created us to live at peace STROM THURMOND, jection, but I again state to those as- with one another in Your family. You President pro tempore. sembled that it is absolutely wrong have revealed to us Your desire that all Mr. CHAFEE thereupon assumed the that we are going to spend all day Your children should be free to worship chair as Acting President pro tempore. today in morning business when we You. Here in America, freedom of reli- f have waiting legislation that affects gion is a basic fabric of our life. Sadly, people in the State of Nevada. We could RECOGNITION OF THE ACTING clean up lightly polluted areas starting this freedom is not enjoyed in so many MAJORITY LEADER places in our world. We are grieved by this year if we simply move forward on the shocking accounts of religious per- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- this legislation. I repeat, we have 500,000 sites in secution. Prejudice expressed in hos- pore. The acting majority leader. America today that are awaiting ac- tility and then in hatred and violence f tion of this Congress. The President of exists throughout the world. As we UNANIMOUS-CONSENT REQUEST— the United States said he supports think of the pain and suffering in- S. 1 brownfields legislation. Let us test him flicted on Christians because of their Mr. JEFFORDS. Mr. President, I ask to find out if he does. I think it is abso- faith, we also are reminded of all forms unanimous consent that the Senate lutely wrong that we are going to of intolerance over religion in the begin consideration of Calendar No. 23, spend all day in morning business. world today. We remember the suf- S. 1, the education bill. Further, under the proposal my fering of the Jews in this century. For- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- friend from Vermont has propounded, give any prejudice in our own hearts pore. Is there objection? the first 90 minutes will be under the and purge from us any vestige of impe- Mr. REID. Mr. President, reserving control of the Senator from Vermont rious judgmentalism of people whose the right to object. I was here yester- or somebody on his side. My friend expression of faith in You differs from day and again today. I am the ranking from North Dakota is here and wishes our own. We pray for tolerance in the member of the Committee on Environ- to speak this morning. Will the Sen- human family. And may it begin in ment and Public Works. We have re- ator allow the Senator from North Da- each of us. Amen. ported legislation out of the sub- kota to speak for 20 minutes? I do not f committee—by the way, the Presiding see anyone here. Officer is the Chair of that sub- Mr. JEFFORDS. I have no objection PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE committee—we reported out of that so long as it is coming out of your The Honorable LINCOLN CHAFEE led subcommittee more than a month ago time. the Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: brownfields legislation. This is legisla- Mr. REID. Yes, of course. I ask unan- I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the tion that affects 500,000 sites. imous consent, Mr. President, that I be United States of America, and to the Repub- I object, and I will at the appropriate allowed to speak for 5 minutes and that lic for which it stands, one nation under God, time this morning talk more about the Senator from North Dakota be al- indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. what I think is so wrong about our in- lowed to speak for 20 minutes and that f action in the Senate today. the time be taken out of the 90 minutes The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- designated by the unanimous-consent APPOINTMENT OF ACTING pore. Objection is heard. request of the Senator from Vermont. PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE f The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The pore. Is there objection? Without objec- clerk will please read a communication MORNING BUSINESS tion, it is so ordered. to the Senate from the President pro Mr. JEFFORDS. Mr. President, in Mr. JEFFORDS. Mr. President, I fur- tempore (Mr. THURMOND). light of the objection, I ask unanimous ther ask unanimous consent that at

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VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3798 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 2:15 p.m. the Senate resume morning I believe President Bush is a good leaders are not going to hold trade business until 5:15 p.m., with Senators person, and I believe he means well and talks without attention being paid to speaking for up to 10 minutes each and wants to do the right thing. He stated the issues concerns of the people and the time be equally divided in the during the campaign that he supports the problems related to global trade. It usual form. brownfields legislation. is not that global trade ought to be The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- His environmental record has been stopped. It is that global trade has pore. Without objection, it is so or- abysmal this first 100 days. Why marched relentlessly forward without dered. doesn’t he lend his prestigious efforts the rules of trade keeping pace. There f to this legislation that he says he sup- is a relentless accelerated march to- SCHEDULE ports? ward globalization. However our world I cannot understand why we do not leaders have not develop acceptable Mr. JEFFORDS. Mr. President, for move forward with this legislation. rules, so people demonstrate in the the information of all Senators, nego- This legislation is important. It is im- streets. tiations are continuing on the edu- portant to the State of Nevada. It is I want to make two points this morn- cation bill. It was hoped that negotia- important to every State in the Union. ing: One, trade is very positive for our tions could be completed this morning As we all know, this issue has wide country when it occurs in cir- with the understanding there would be support from groups including environ- cumstances where it is fair. It makes amendments offered to the legislation. mentalists, the Mayors’ Association, sense for us to do that which we do best However, the time between 2:15 p.m. businesses, the real estate community. and trade with others who in their and 5:15 p.m. is expected to be used for This bill is a meeting of minds from all comparative advantage are doing what the initial discussion of the education sectors of American society and from they do best. That makes sense on the legislation. both sides of the aisle. world stage. Our country has been a I yield the floor. S. 350 is a model of how an evenly di- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- leader in world trade, a leader in ex- vided committee can work together. I pore. The Senator from Nevada. panded trade, and it does make sense urge the Republican leadership in the to expand our trade opportunities as f Senate to show this Senate can recog- long as doing so represents the values BROWNFIELDS nize good legislation when it sees it that this country considers important Mr. REID. Mr. President, this and prove to Americans a 50/50 Senate in the development of our economy and brownfields legislation is important. It can be productive and we can enact in the development of our inter- provides three important steps to di- good laws. national relationships. rectly spur cleanup and reuse of these I urge my friend, the junior Senator It is also the case that while all say abandoned and contaminated sites. from Mississippi, the majority leader, that expanded trade is good for this No. 1, it provides critically needed to allow us to debate this bill and move country, it is also the case that we money to assess and clean up aban- forward on it. We will do it with a ought not allow the international cor- doned and underutilized sites which short agreement. We agreed to 2 hours. porations in this world to pole vault will create jobs and increase tax reve- This bill will pass overwhelmingly. over all the issues that relate to labor, nues and preserve great parks and open Work done by the Presiding Officer and the environment and of production space. It is estimated this legislation the Senator from California has been simply by saying: We are going to will bring tax revenues to local govern- exemplary, and the work the full com- produce in Sri Lanka, Indonesia, Ban- ments of up to $2.4 billion. mittee did is excellent. I urge my col- gladesh, or China, and we will ship No. 2, it encourages cleanup and rede- leagues to work toward moving this back into the United States. So what if velopment by providing legal protec- forward. Hard work has been done. The they hire 12-year-olds and pay them 12 tions for innocent parties, such as con- cooperation of the Republicans and cents an hour, working them 12 hours a tiguous property owners, prospective Democrats on the committee was no- day. So what. They would like us to purchasers, and innocent landowners. ticeable. It is a shame at this time we think that is fair trade. Under the present state of the law, don’t move forward with this legisla- It is not fair trade. That is why peo- these places are left abandoned because tion. ple are marching in the streets. It is people are afraid if they purchase these The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- not fair trade when corporations are properties or lease them, they will be pore. The Senator from North Dakota. able to become international citizens subject to Superfund liability. This f and decide to circle the globe in their legislation negates all that. airplanes and evaluate where they can No. 3, it further provides for funding THE TRADE DEFICIT produce the cheapest, where they can and enhancement of State cleanup pro- Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, last employ kids, where they can dump pol- grams and a balance between providing week we were all witnesses to head- lution in the water and the air, where ‘‘certainty’’ for developers and others lines in the newspapers about a meet- they can have factories without the but still ensuring protection of public ing held in Quebec City, Canada. The barriers and problems of making them health. newspaper headlines talked about tear safe and produce there, create a cheap We reported this bill out of com- gas, chain link fences, police lines, product and send it to a department mittee by a vote of 15–3. A couple of demonstrators, 30,000 people marching store in Pittsburgh or Los Angeles, or Senators had some problems. We down streets. It also discussed anar- Butte, MT. worked literally day and night on a chists. The question is, Is it fair trade when staff level to resolve those problems. What is this all about, 30,000 people that happens? This country has fought For example, the Senator from Ohio demonstrating in the streets of a major for a century over these issues. All of had some suggestions. I told him at the city in our hemisphere? It is about those fights were agonizing. Many oc- committee that we would work with international trade. The same sort of curred in this Chamber. The fight him, and we have. We have satisfied thing happened in Seattle a year and a about whether we ought to be able to Senator VOINOVICH’s problems with this half ago. The future WTO ministerial employ children, so we have child labor legislation. meeting will be held not in a major laws saying we don’t want you to send We need to do this. The reason I am city but in a place called Qatar. Why? 12-year-olds into coal mines. We don’t so frustrated is that yesterday we did Because no city wanted to host it, as I want 12- and 14-year-olds put on a fac- nothing, and today we are going to understand it. They will have to even tory floor to work 12 hours a day. We stand around and be in morning busi- bring in cruise ships for hotel rooms. have child labor laws. ness. There is no reason we cannot do They feel if the ministers of trade from The question of safe workplace, de- this. We have agreed on this side to 2 around the world can hold a meeting in manding that those who employ people hours of debate evenly divided. I do not an isolated place, no one will show up employ them in safe workplaces that know why in the world we cannot move to protest their closed door meeting. are not going to pose risks to the life forward with this legislation. It is ex- Last week’s demonstrations in Que- and safety of workers. We have fought, tremely important. bec City underscored again that world and made laws to protect our people.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3799 The issue of fair compensation, we country’s interests in the U.S.-Canada 500 meters from the other trees in the have fought for a long while in this agreement. I could talk about some of orchard. Does it sound goofy to you? It country about that issue. We have col- those issues, but I don’t have time does to me. How do they get by with it? lective bargaining and the ability of today. They get by with it because we nego- employees to form and join unions. We China, the China trade deficit, the tiate incompetent agreements, incom- have minimum wages. We fought about trade deficit we now have with China is petent bilateral agreements with these that and continue to fight about that an $83 billion merchandise trade def- countries. from time to time in this country, but icit, and growing rapidly; the European China? Well, China has a huge and we have settled part of it. Now, some Union, $55 billion trade deficit, and growing trade surplus with us—or we a say that doesn’t matter; we can go growing; Japan, $81 billion trade def- deficit with them. They ship us their elsewhere. We can produce elsewhere, icit, and growing. And we have had a trousers and their shirts and their where people can’t join a labor union, trade deficit with Japan of $50 billion a shoes and their trinkets—they flood they are illegal. We can produce where year plus now for a long time. our country with their goods. But try we can hire a 12-year-old child and pay Mexico, by the way, prior to the U.S.- to get American wheat into China 16 cents an hour, and we can make a Canada and Mexico trade agreement, these days. Ask what China is buying pair of shoes that has an hour and a something called NAFTA, North Amer- from the United States. See whether quarter direct labor, with 20 cents ican Free Trade Agreement, we had a our trade agreement with China is fair. labor costs in a pair of shoes, and ship surplus trade balance with Mexico. We Let me just give one example. We that to New York City for a depart- had a surplus. It is now nearly a $25 bil- just sent negotiators to negotiate with ment store shelf because we are saying lion deficit. Talk about colossal incom- China. When they finished—I will just to the American consumer, this is bet- petence. The trade agreements we have talk about automobiles for a moment. ter for you because it is cheaper for negotiated in recent years have under- China has 1.1 billion people. When our you. cut this country’s interests in fair negotiators finished, just a year and a So people demonstrate in the streets trade. In every set of circumstance, our half ago, negotiating a bilateral agree- because they say that is not fair trade. country bows to trade agreements that ment with China, here is what they That is not what we mean by expand- undercut our workers and our pro- said: China, it is all right for you, after ing the opportunities of trade. ducers all in the name of free trade. a rather lengthy phase-in, to impose a We have had some experience in this Quebec City hosted a big meeting 25-percent tariff on any automobiles country recently with our trade issues last week. The President went to Que- the United States sends into China. and that is not a pleasant experience. bec City and talked about the desire And, by the way, for our part, we will This chart shows what has happened to for expanded trade agreements. He said impose a 2.5-percent tariff on any auto- this country’s trade deficit. There has Congress must give him what is called mobiles China would send to the been a great deal of good news on the trade promotion authority. That is just United States. issue of deficits in this country. The new language for fast track. What the We sent negotiators to sit down with fiscal policy and the budget deficits President is saying is: I want fast- the Chinese to negotiate a bilateral have diminished year after year, and track trade authority. agreement and said what we will agree we now have surpluses. Look what has To the extent I have the capability of to, with a country with 1.3 billion peo- happened to the trade deficits of this involving myself in this, I will say to ple that is going to need a lot of auto- country. the President: You are not going to get mobiles in the future, we will agree In 1993, we had merchandise trade fast-track trade authority. We you can impose a 10-times higher tariff deficits of $132 billion. It is now $449 wouldn’t give it to President Clinton, on automobiles that we would send to billion and growing. This trade deficit and we won’t give it to you. Your first China versus the automobiles they is mushrooming. If there are people job is not to create new trade agree- might send to the United States. who think it doesn’t matter, think ments when every agreement in recent I would like to find the people who again. This is like the runup of dot com years has undercut this country’s in- agreed to that on behalf of this country companies in the stock market. Every- terests and resulted in larger and larg- and ask them how do they justify their body thought NASDAQ would continue er trade deficits. Your first job is to fix public service by such incompetence. It to increase forever. These values are the problems that have been created in makes no sense to me that we engage perfectly understandable. We had peo- the last decade and a half. Fix these with other countries on trade and are ple on Wall Street who made a lot of problems, then come to us. Then we not hard-nosed and strong negotiators, money that were justifying and ex- can talk about trade promotion au- saying we are all for trade so let’s have plaining why the values made sense. thority. reciprocal trade policies: We must say They didn’t make sense. This doesn’t Do you want to hear some problems? you treat us like we treat you, we treat make sense. This ballooning, mush- We have a huge, growing trade deficit you like you treat us. Let’s treat each rooming trade deficit will cause serious with Japan. Do you know what the tar- other fairly. problems to this country unless it is iff is on a T-bone steak we send to But that is not the way our trade ne- addressed. This country must repay Tokyo, American beef sent to Japan? gotiators see it. Every single time they these trade deficits. With a budget def- There is nearly a 40-percent tariff on get involved in a negotiation, our farm- icit, you can make the case that it is a every single pound of American beef er, ranchers, and small businesses lose. deficit, you owe it to yourself. You sent to Japan—40 percent. That would I talked about having our trade nego- cannot do that with trade deficits. This be declared a huge problem if the tiators wear jerseys as they do in the is a deficit we owe to others. United States imposed a 40-percent tar- Olympics. At least they could look Inevitably, they are repaid with a iff, but we will allow our allies to do down and see the initials on the jerseys lower standard of living in this coun- that, our trading partners. Why? Be- and see for whom they are working. try. That is an action in economics cause we are poor negotiators and we What is happening with trade with that no one disputes. This is a very se- do not have backbone and we do not China, Canada, EU, Japan, and Mexico? rious growing, abiding problem. have the nerve and we do not have the There is now a merchandise trade def- With whom are our trade deficits? will to stand up for this country’s eco- icit of over $450 billion a year, a deficit Our trade deficits are with Canada. We nomic interests. So T-bones to Tokyo every single day of goods going into passed a U.S.-Canada trade agreement. are just a small example, just one our country that exceeds goods going We had a reasonably small trade deficit small example. out, and this $450 billion in accumu- with Canada. We quickly doubled it, How about going from T-bones to ap- lated merchandise deficits is part of very quickly doubled our trade deficit ples? Try sending apples to Japan. Do our account that has to be settled at with Canada. What an incompetent you know what Japan will tell apple some point, and it will weaken this trade agreement. We ought to haul growers in this country? They say the country’s economic strength when we those negotiators to the well of the apples that are shipped in Japan must do it. Senate to explain to us what they did be shipped from trees in the United The question for this administra- in public and in secret to undercut this States that are separated by at least tion—and I have asked exactly the

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3800 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 same question with the previous ad- this country and the carpets are made ily farmers going broke in my State be- ministrations—is: Are you going to by kids, 10- and 12-year-old kids, some cause we have an avalanche of unfairly stand up for this country’s economic of whom have had gunpowder put on traded durum wheat coming into this interests? President Bush went to Can- their fingertips to have them burned country. We produce 80 percent of that ada. He said at the outset that we have off so they have permanent scarring, so in the State of North Dakota. Durum to recognize the issues of labor and the 10- and 12-year-old kids can make car- wheat is used to produce semolina flour environment in trade agreements. pets and run needles through the car- which makes pasta, so most everyone Then later in the week he said: Trade pets, and when they stick the top of has eaten semolina which comes from agreements must be commercial—com- their fingers, it doesn’t hurt them be- the fields of North Dakota in the form mercial interests, and, by the way, cause they have already been scarred of our pasta. But durum growers were what I want is trade promotion author- by burning. severely undercut. Their interests were ity—which, as I said, is a new term for That is part of the testimony before severely undercut by our former trade fast track. Congress about child labor. It is hap- ambassador who not only made a bad For those who do not know what pening in this world. Is it fair trade for agreement but then made a private fast-track authority is, it means our those carpets to come into our country side deal that he didn’t disclose to Con- negotiators shall go negotiate an and be on our store shelves? Would gress, and he pulled it right out from agreement with another country, bring anybody be proud to buy from coun- under our producers. That is not fair. it back as a treaty to this Senate, and tries where the circumstances of pro- Neither is it fair that we will nego- the provisions under fast track would duction are represented by that kind of tiate with a country such as Canada be we can debate it but cannot amend behavior? The answer is no. that has a monopoly state trading en- it; no Senator has the right to offer What I want to say today is very sim- terprise and that sells their wheat on any amendments at any time under ple. The example in Quebec City last what is called the Canadian Wheat any circumstances. week is an example that is going to Board, which would be illegal in this It is fundamentally undemocratic. continue. I do not support the anar- country. They say: We will have a Had we had the opportunity to offer chists and others who show up for trade arrangement under which we will amendments to NAFTA, we would not those events to cause trouble, but I un- sell in the U.S. market at practically be in this situation with Mexico and derstand why protesters come to those secret prices and refuse to disclose it to Canada, just as a example, with respect events, peaceful protesters—and most anyone. It is fundamentally unfair to our current trade agreement with of the 30,000 people who showed up were trade. our neighbors. peaceful. I believe we should expand We sent people to Canada to say we The big study on Mexico and Canada trade. I believe expanded trade is im- want to evaluate the prices at which was by Hufbauer and Schott study, portant for this country. But I also be- you sell to determine whether you are which everybody used. The Chamber of lieve this country ought to be a world dumping in the American marketplace. Commerce and all our colleagues used leader, promoting and standing up for They thumb their noses, saying: We it. They said if we do this trade agree- the values for which we fought for over don’t intend to show you one piece of ment, we will have 350,000 new jobs in a century to protect. Those are the val- paper about what we are doing in this country. And they said here are ues of dealing thoughtfully with the United States. the imports and exports between the rules of production dealing with the To allow that to happen is unfair. It United States and Mexico that we ex- hiring of children, with safe work- is unfair to farmers, it is unfair to pro- pect after this agreement. places, dealing with the environment ducers, and it is unfair to workers. On It turns out they said the principal and controlling the emission of pollut- a broader level, it is unfair to corpora- imports from Mexico would be imports ants. tions that are doing business in this of largely unskilled labor. What are the If this is, indeed, a global economy country and producing for our market- three largest imports from Mexico? and if it matters little where people are place. The three largest imports are auto- producing, then you have to have some I hope it is not lost on this adminis- mobiles, automobiles parts, and elec- assurance, if they are going to close a tration—I have said the same thing to tronics, all of which come from skilled plant in Toledo or Fargo and move to previous administrations—that they labor, all of which mean the Hufbauer Guangzhou, they are not going to be should not hold trade agreements or and Schott study missed its mark. We able to do that because in Guangzhou trade negotiations, or trade con- didn’t gain jobs, we lost jobs with that they can hire kids and pollute the ferences for that matter, in cities trade agreement and turned a surplus water and air and not have a safe work- around the world without, in my judg- into a fairly large trade deficit. place and produce a cheaper product ment, opening the discussion for a lot Who is going to be called to account and represent to the people of the of people who want to raise questions for that? Nobody. Because that is ex- world: We have done it all for you. about what the fair rules are for inter- actly what the international compa- That is not doing anybody a favor. national trade. Globalization will con- nies wanted. They do not get up in the That is a retreat from the standards tinue, and should. But it must be at- morning and say the Pledge of Alle- for which we fought for a century in tended by rules of fair trade, and peo- giance. They are international entre- this country. ple ought to understand that and know preneurs, and they are interested in People will demonstrate in the that. producing anywhere in the world where streets on trade issues because they Second, finally, when we negotiate they can find the fewest impediments want the rules to keep pace with the trade agreements, we ought not to be to production and the cheapest place to relentless march of globalization. I afraid to stand up for this country’s produce. They don’t want to have to want globalization to continue, but I economic interests. It is about time to worry about the child labor laws, pollu- want it done under rules that are fair. be a bit hard nosed, and have a back- tion and the standards that countries Coming from a small State in the bone that serves to stand up for this impose in preventing companies from northern part of this country, North country’s interests. dumping into the air and water. They Dakota, that borders a friendly nation, Mr. President, I yield the floor. don’t want to have to worry about Canada, I know full well what happens I suggest the absence of a quorum. worker safety. They don’t want to have when we are sold out and undercut by The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- to worry about fair compensation. our trade negotiators. It happened to pore. The clerk will call the roll. They had those fights and lost them in us with the trade negotiations with The legislative clerk proceeded to this country, and now they want to go Canada. We sent a trade ambassador to call the roll. elsewhere and say: We want to be able Canada. They negotiated a trade agree- Mr. THOMAS. Mr. President, I ask to ignore that. ment, and they essentially said to fam- unanimous consent that the order for The people in the streets are saying: ily farmers: Your interests are unim- the quorum call be rescinded. Wait a second, there needs to be some portant to us, so we will sell those in- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- basic set of standards. What does it terests out in order to get concessions pore. Without objection, it is so or- mean when someone ships carpets to for other industries. And we have fam- dered.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3801 EDUCATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES as possible as to how they do that. On I don’t think in the beginning that ACT the other hand, with the kind of move- the proposal will have the voucher as- Mr. THOMAS. Mr. President, we are, ment we have among children as they pect of it, even though that is very of course, poised this week to take on get out of school and go to other controversial. But we can have the one of the most important issues we places, we need to ensure that as they charter idea, and we can have the no- will face during this year. That is the are trained in Colorado, they are pre- tion that people can choose. issue of education. pared to work in California; that their There is nothing more important in As we talk about issues over the educational background will give them education than the teacher. Give them country and as we take polls, edu- the ability to do that. a better opportunity for training. Al- cation is the first issue the American Testing gives educators the informa- ternative certification may be helpful people are interested in, and very un- tion they need to know what works, to to continuing learning opportunities. derstandably so. Certainly there is see what is working in classroom and Teacher empowerment will be one of nothing more important to us than to improve skills and improve teaching the programs. education. I think nothing is more im- effectively. That is part of what we will We will have enrichment initiatives portant than the future of our country be doing. Federal dollars should not where there can be different programs with respect to the training of our chil- follow failure. We need to ensure that designed for the 21st century learning dren who obviously will be the leaders the programs that are funded by Fed- centers, where you can have special of the country. I am looking forward to eral dollars are programs that are use- kinds of schools and special kinds of that. I think certainly there are many ful and programs that are producing re- programs happening for kids. There is things that can be done and that Con- sults. I think we need to make sure we also the gifted and talented program, gress can do. support the programs that are effective the advanced placement program, and Clearly, in my view, the principal re- and that are research-based programs. help for neglected, delinquent, and at- sponsibility for public education lies Schools need to be held accountable, of risk students. There are all kinds of with the States, with the communities, course. School boards need to do a lot programs that are necessary. and the decisions that are made with of that. Parents need to do a great deal Obviously, safe and drug-free schools respect to the schools ought to be made of that. is something we want. We used to primarily based on the needs of those We need flexibility, of course, As I think about the problem of talking out schools as defined by the local leader- mentioned, school districts are quite loud or chewing gum in schools, and so ship. different. They need to know that on, as problems in school. Now prob- The role of the Federal Government school districts are different. It is real- lems are much more serious than that. then is one that is always debated in ly not appropriate to send dollars, say- There are drug problems, shooting the Senate, and properly so. It is one ing they have to be used to reduce the problems, and other kinds of safety on which there are different views as to size of the class when in fact the size of problems. So we are going to address what the role of the Federal Govern- the class is not the issue; computers that issue. ment is and should be. The amount of are the issue or the building is the There is a title on educational oppor- financial contribution made to the ele- issue or teacher training is the issue. tunity initiatives where we can help mentary and secondary schools is ap- We need to do that. children with the establishment of proximately 6 percent to 7 percent of Parents need to be empowered, of charter schools. More of that will be the total cost. It is relatively small, course, to be able to determine the done. It is pretty much a local initia- but it is very important. Often it is ori- quality of education the children are tive. ented specifically to special edu- receiving so they can make some deci- We can help students across the dig- cation—to a particular need, and so on. sions. I think there has to be clear ac- ital divide so they are computer lit- That is good. We will, hopefully, have a countability. In many cases, I think erate in the eighth grade and ready to bill before us that will provide for some the idea that you can have some choice do the things that now need to be done commonsense education and a reform among public schools is the way par- to be successful in the private sector. plan that will help all children attain ents can have some accountability as There is bilingual education and edu- their potential so they can be success- well. In my hometown of Casper, WY, cational enhancement. I think there ful. we have a number of charter schools— needs to be some focus on students who In increasing the accountability for schools that are different from public speak limited English so that they student performance, money is obvi- schools—so that children have a chance have a better chance to succeed when ously the key factor. Money alone, to go to different places and do dif- they go out into the world. Obviously, however, is not enough. Money just ferent things. the students will want to maintain doesn’t do it unless there is some other We will be talking about the Edu- their own choice of language, and that accountability there so we can measure cational Opportunities Act. We will try is great. But if they are going to be performance. We need to support the to respond to the declining student per- successful in this country, they have to programs that work and take a look at formance we all hear about in our pub- be competent in English. I think that those that do not work. Obviously, lic schools. We need to change what is is something that can be done. there are some of each. going on if our purpose is to have high- There is also impact aid. Of course, I think we need to reduce the bu- er performance. The Educational Op- we have schools that are different, reaucracy so that officials in Wash- portunities Act is designed to support schools that are in communities that ington are not deciding what we ought learning efforts in all 50 States and are largely Federal. For example, they to do in Sundance, WY, or Philadel- helping local leaders determine what do not have the same kind of tax struc- phia. The people in other parts of the those programs need to have. ture and opportunities that others do. country ought to have the opportunity. Also, we will be talking about how to We have schools on Indian reservations We need to empower parents to be help disadvantaged children meet the and schools for Native Alaskans, and so able to make decisions with respect to high standards and providing schools on, that need special care. In Wyoming, their own children’s future. Part of and teachers with greater decision- we have reservations that need special what we will be talking about in con- making authority to make the changes attention. We can provide that special sideration of the bill will be to hold that will result in better performance attention. schools accountable with annual read- and schools more responsive to the So these are the issues that will be ing and math assessments and annual needs. For any school that fails to help involved in the educational bill that is testing that gives parents the informa- its students over a period of time and upcoming. There is great concern over tion they need to be able to determine make adequate progress, perhaps there the amount of money that will be put whether or not their children are learn- can be an opportunity either for that in education. The Republican bill has ing. school to be restructured or, indeed, in more money in the budget than the Testing is somewhat controversial, many instances for the parents to have President has asked. There will still be particularly national testing. I hope we an opportunity to send their kids to arguments made about needing more can give the States as much flexibility other public schools. money.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3802 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 Of course, one of the issues is that The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. from now; I know where we are going when there is a ‘‘surplus,’’ there is ENZI). Without objection, it is so or- to be. never enough spending to suit some dered. Take a look at the same economists people. Others think there ought to be Mr. DURBIN. I ask unanimous con- President Bush is relying on. What did a limitation on the role of the Federal sent to be recognized in morning busi- they guess 5 years ago for today? They Government. I happen to agree with ness. told us America would find its econ- that in terms of its involvement in ele- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without omy in such a shape and the Federal mentary and secondary education. objection, it is so ordered. budget in such a shape that we would So I think we will have a spirited de- f have a $320 billion deficit this year. It bate. It is interesting, though. Every- turns out that our surplus is about $260 AMERICA’S PRIORITIES one in the debate, I believe, would billion. So they missed it by $580 bil- agree that we have a real responsibility Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, as the lion 5 years ago when they tried to and are determined to help strengthen Members of the Senate are returning guess where we would be. So I think the educational system in this country. this week from our Easter recess, many you might understand why this Mem- The question will be, how do we do it? of us spent time in our home States ber of the Senate and many of the peo- How do we best do it? What are the talking with our families and leaders, ple I represent are skeptical when the areas in which we can have the most trying to catch the pulse of America. I President says the best thing for Amer- impact? was back in Illinois and had the oppor- ica is to guess we are going to be so I have to confess, frankly—and I tunity to travel across my State and well off in 5 years or 10 years that we know there is testing, and so on—I am have a number of meetings which had a can create tax cuts now. pretty proud of the system that we profound impact on me in terms of our Many of us believe we are on the have and the young people with whom debate in the Senate. I think these re- right track in terms of the general I have occasion to deal. Frankly, my cess periods are valuable because, as drift of our economy, though we are in wife is a special ed teacher, so I have a close as we think we are to people, a slow period; We do think if we make little insight into that. As I tour there is absolutely no substitute for the right decisions now we can get around our State, I am pretty darn sitting down with them and having back to see the growth of income in proud of the young people in my State. some conversations about the issues we families, the increased value of our re- I think they do a great job. Quite are debating. tirement plans, more jobs, more hous- frankly, many of them are better pre- One of the issues we have spent a lot ing. But we have to make the right de- pared for life when they get out of of time debating in Washington is the cisions now. school than I was or perhaps some of us whole question of the tax cut. I think If there is going to be a tax cut, and were that are a little older. most of us believe a tax cut is a good I think there should be, it should be a So are we where we should be? No, of thing to do. This may be a good time to sensible one, one that we can justify, course not. Are there areas that are do it. There is a lot of uncertainty in not only today, but which might look particularly in need? I think so. And America now about our economy. I met good a few years from now. If we are we are in one of those areas right now. a lot of people during the course of my going to have a tax cut, for goodness’ The results in the District of Columbia time back home who have seen their sake, everybody in this country should are not up to the normal performance 401(k) plans and IRAs and mutual fund profit from it. Everybody should ben- levels. There are many of those areas. savings take quite a battering over the efit. All taxpayers should benefit. So we need to work on that. But we last 5 or 6 months. It has happened to Under President Bush’s proposal, the also have lots of dedicated teachers virtually all of us who were not quite $1.6 trillion tax cut, 43 percent of the who do a great job and lots of school smart enough to get out of the market benefits go to people making over districts that do a great job. at the right moment. $300,000 a year. These are people who So I am anxious for us to move on I still have a very positive feeling have a monthly income of $25,000 or this matter of education. I think we about where we are going, and I do be- more. They are the big winners in the will be on it today. Certainly we will be lieve we can get this economy back on President’s plan. on it for some days. Indeed, we should track. But I, frankly, do not believe we I am sorry, but I do not believe those be. As we deal with this question —or are going to do it with the proposal we are the people on whom we should be any question, for that matter, but this have heard from the White House for a focusing. Yes, they are entitled to a one maybe even more than others—we $1.6 trillion tax cut. This is a sugges- tax cut, as every American family need to set some goals for ourselves as tion by the President that we will have should be, but they should not receive to where we want to be in 10 years, such prosperity and such surpluses a disproportionate share of any sur- where we want to be in 15 years, what over the next 10 years that we can plus. we want our children to be able to do, make dramatic tax cuts now and be Let me give you two illustrations. A what opportunities we want to be able able to pay for them 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, or 10 man came up to me Saturday night in to provide for them, so that as we deal years from now. Chicago and he said: You know, Sen- with today’s issues, and the issues that It takes a lot of insight and foresight ator, you just don’t represent me in are in this bill and are before us—each to look ahead and suggest where Amer- Washington, DC. one is a rather small step—that those ica’s economy is going to go. One of the I said: What do you mean? steps are directed for the attainment of people most respected in Washington is He said: I think you ought to vote for a goal with which we can all agree. Alan Greenspan, Chairman of the Fed- President Bush’s tax cut because it It seems to me that is very impor- eral Reserve. It was only 6 or 7 months would help people like me. I am one of tant to having a successful discussion ago that Chairman Greenspan sug- those leaders in the economy who of an issue of this kind. gested raising interest rates to slow makes a difference, and you, in fact, We need to have defined what our down a hot economy. Since then, the have criticized the President for the values are, what our goals are, where economy has slowed down dramati- tax cut that would help me. we are headed, and what it is we want cally, and Chairman Greenspan has I said: Tell me a little bit about your to have as a result of the efforts we been racing week after week to lower circumstance. have made. interest rates to try to get things mov- He says: I pay taxes. I paid a lot of Mr. President, I suggest the absence ing again. taxes last year. I paid $900,000 in Fed- of a quorum. So even the best minds at the Fed- eral taxes last year. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- eral Reserve and the Chairman 6 How many people do you run into pore. The clerk will call the roll. months ago, 8 months ago, were guess- who paid $900,000 in Federal taxes? I The assistant legislative clerk pro- ing wrong about where America’s econ- didn’t know the man. But just a rough ceeded to call the roll. omy would be today. I think it leads to calculation—you don’t have to be H&R Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I ask a healthy skepticism by many people Block to figure this out—suggests that unanimous consent the order for the when President Bush says: I know what man’s income last year was $3 million quorum call be dispensed with. America is going to look like 5 years or $4 million, maybe more. He paid

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3803 $900,000 in taxes and he was critical Security and Medicare. Sometimes it is went beyond the eighth grade, yet I that I didn’t support the Bush tax cut a substantial part of what they earn. was able to go through high school, that would have given him over $46,000 To say that these people are not tax- college, and law school and stand in of tax breaks last year. payers I don’t think is fair. They are this Chamber today. I brought the re- I said to him: I understand that you working people who pay their payroll port card home every 6 weeks. It was a have been an important part of this taxes and see it taken out of their pay- big event in our house. My parents may economy. Of course you should be con- check. I think they are entitled to be not have had a great formal education, sidered when it comes to tax cuts. But in this conversation about tax cuts to but they knew what education was all you have done pretty well, haven’t get America moving again. about. I think families across America you? When it comes to the tax cut pro- know that education is really the lad- He says: I have, but my portfolio has posals, I sincerely hope that when the der we all climb for success in Amer- taken quite a hit over the last 6 conference committee meets, it is ica. months. going to move closer to what the Sen- Senator HARKIN said in his amend- I said: Numerically, virtually all of ate suggested and bring the President’s ment, cut back on President Bush’s tax us can tell that story. tax cut down to a level we can justify, cut and put the money in education. But it is hard to imagine that this is that doesn’t rely on inflated projec- Where would we put it? the man we should be focusing on when tions about where our surplus might I had a meeting in Naperville, IL. we talk about getting America’s econ- be, and try to make sure we invest in Naperville is the fourth largest city in omy and people moving again. our priorities for this country. And my State. It is a great community. The I had another conversation a few when it comes to the tax cut itself, mayor took me around. We went to a days before that stay in a little hotel let’s try to make that fair for all fami- local high school, Naperville Central. in Chicago late one night when I went lies—not 43 percent of it for people They are very proud of the fact that to do some laundry down the hall at making over $300,000 a year but for that they just took an international test in about 9 o’clock. There was a house- housekeeper in that hotel in Chicago math and science and came up first. It keeping lady who was kind of laughing doing her level best for her family and is a good school system. But it is a at the Senator who was out doing his who just needs a helping hand now, and school system facing a lot of pressure laundry. But I said we kind of lead or- for families who, frankly, have low-in- right now because of cutbacks in funds dinary lives when we are not in the come jobs but are going to work every and property tax caps. They are doing spotlight. day. They may not pay income taxes, their best to keep good teachers and to We started talking. This lady is a but they see those payroll taxes come make sure they still have the best stu- single mother who raises a few children out of every paycheck. Include them in dents. That is one of the better off and works as a housekeeper in this any tax assistance you provide. school districts in my State. In my old hotel. I said: How are you doing? She One of the most significant votes home, East St. Louis, and parts of Chi- said: I thought I was doing pretty well, during the course of the debate on the cago they are really struggling with Senator. She said: I was keeping up budget came as a result of the amend- limited funds. with my bills and everything, but this ment of the Senator from Iowa, Mr. Senator HARKIN said we needed to in- winter the heating bills have really hit HARKIN. He offered an amendment that vest more Federal dollars in education me hard. I paid the same amount as I said President Bush’s $1.6 trillion tax in the areas they have focused on with did last year for my heating bills, and cut should be reduced so that we can these investments. The local level I I am $1,000 behind. Now I have to pay put more money into two things: First, think is what most people understand. $1,000 more. I have to pay for the heat- national debt reduction; and, second, First, the key to success in education ing bills, and now I am working with education. I think Senator HARKIN was is good teaching. I can recall some ex- the gas company to figure out how to right. I am glad his amendment passed cellent teachers in my life who made a do that. She said: I really try to pay on a bipartisan basis. difference for me. I can recall some something on those. I have really tried. The national debt is our national who weren’t so great where I had to I am $1,000 behind. mortgage. The national debt is about kind of weather the storm, get through I was thinking to myself, as I was $5.7 trillion. It has never been larger in and hope for a better teacher in an- flying back to Washington, about those our history. We collect $1 billion a day other course and another year. two people I met. Frankly, both of in Federal taxes to pay interest on the Senator HARKIN is talking about in- them are good, God-fearing American old national debt. It doesn’t hire a vesting money in teacher training so citizens. But I have a great deal of con- teacher. It doesn’t build a road. It that we have the very best teachers in cern about that lady who is a house- doesn’t protect America. It services the the classroom. We have a lot of teach- keeper and is working at night trying old debt. ers who are going to retire very soon. to keep her family together, paying her When Senator HARKIN suggested that We want to make sure they are re- bills, and who ran into an unexpected we put more money in debt reduction, placed by young, idealistic, and ener- expense of $1,000 because of her heating I think he was right. If there is going getic teachers who can really motivate bills. Sadly, the Bush tax cut provides to be a surplus this year, let’s start re- our students to learn. There is no sub- no tax benefit for them. If anything, it tiring the national mortgage. The best stitute for that. If the Federal Govern- is about $220 a year. For the man who gift I can leave my kids or grandson is ment can assist in teacher training, re- makes $3 million or $4 million a year, to have less of a debt burden for my cruitment, and retention of good teach- the Bush tax cut is worth $46,000 more. generation. I think that makes sense. ers, I think that is money well spent. For the lady who is trying to figure out I am glad Senator HARKIN prevailed. The second thing we are talking how to pay for the $1,000 heating bill, it The White House did not approve of his about is class size. I have had teachers is $200. That doesn’t strike me as fair. amendment. They opposed it. But a bi- come up to me in the Chicago area and If there is going to be a tax cut in partisan majority on the Senate floor say the Federal initiative to reduce the this country, it should be a tax cut supported it. number of students in the classroom is that really benefits all the taxpayers The second part of Senator HARKIN’s the best thing that ever happened to and gives everyone a chance to have amendment also goes to the key issue them. some spending money and have their of education. Senator HARKIN proposed Imagine yourself as a parent trying taxes reduced. $250 billion in new spending by the Fed- to raise your kids at home. I can recall Another concern of mine is that the eral Government for education over the when my wife and I had our first child. Bush tax cut doesn’t provide any tax next 10 years. I think Senator HARKIN We doted on that little girl. We spent relief for people who do not pay income is right on the money. all that time. And then came along a tax but pay payroll taxes. Twenty-one As I talk to people across my State son. Then came another daughter. million Americans go to work every of Illinois, they say education is very Pretty soon it looked like a mob scene day, and because their income is low, important. For many of us, without in our house. We tried to keep it under they don’t pay income tax but they pay education, we wouldn’t be where we are control with three kids. Imagine your the payroll taxes. They pay for Social today. Neither my mother nor father classroom every day with about 30

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3804 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 kids. It is a tough thing to make sure ment or two, as well, because if we are prices now are talking about increases you focus on every child’s desk and going to make investments in America, in gasoline prices at the pump. I don’t what they are doing and trying to give we certainly ought to make invest- know if it is happening across America, a little help to those needing a little ments in environmental protection. but it is certainly happening, again, for extra help. Teachers say, if you can re- Some of the things that have hap- the second year in a row, in Illinois, duce that class size to 20 or so, it pened in the first 90 or 100 days in the where we are seeing this runup in gaso- makes a profound difference in their ef- Bush administration have been very line prices at the pump. fectiveness as teachers. troubling, such as this whole debate Yesterday, two of the major oil com- In Federal investment in education, over arsenic in drinking water. I hap- panies reported record profits. It is no we want to make sure we put that pen to believe we ought to take a seri- surprise; the families and businesses I money where it is needed so that we ous look at what we breathe and what represent are paying more at the pump, can have smaller classroom sizes. we drink and what we eat to make cer- and that must translate into profits for I also think we ought to take a look tain that it is safe. some. The question is, When the Presi- at the schoolday. The schoolday that All of us are concerned about public dent’s task force on energy policy ends at 2:30 or 3 in the afternoon isn’t health statistics that show an increase comes in with a report in a few weeks, realistic anymore. Usually kids don’t in cancer, in pulmonary disease, fac- will they take into consideration the have people to whom to go home. They tors that lead us to question why is consumers, the people who are paying have a period of 3 or 4 hours where they this happening now in an America that the bills—the higher electricity bills, could stick around school and be in- is so modern, in an America with so the higher heating bills, the higher volved in activities. That is good. But many health resources. I think, in gasoline bills? It is not appropriate or for too many of them it is just dead many instances, it gets down to the ba- fair, as far as I am concerned, for them time—time to watch television and sics—the water we drink, the air we to just look at it from the corporate hang out at the mall or on the street breathe, the food we eat. viewpoint. corner. That is not the best time to be When the administration came in ini- I know the President and many of his unsupervised. That is when juvenile tially and said they were not going to people in the White House have been crime goes up. I think afterschool pro- stick with the Clinton proposal of re- closely aligned with the oil industry in grams make sense, so kids have super- ducing the arsenic content in water, Texas. I understand that. That is part vision. there was a cry across America because of their background. But I think their We have Gallery 37 in the Chicago families said: Why are we doing that? responsibility now goes far beyond the public school system in which Mayor Wouldn’t we want to make water safer? industry. It is time for them to be sen- Daley and his wife have been involved. We know that arsenic is a carcinogen. sitive to the families and consumers They are about to expand that to pro- It causes cancer: lung cancer, bladder who are paying the bills. vide more opportunities for kids after cancer, skin cancer. A lady came to see me yesterday in school. I find that all around my State For years now, we know that Europe Chicago and talked about the increase that has happened. That ought to be a has had a safer arsenic standard. We in gasoline prices. She has a small national program, so that we have know the National Academy of business, a messenger service. She said: afterschool programs for kids who may Sciences tells us we should move to the Senator, here we go again. It hit us need extra help with their studies or safer standard. Why would the Bush last year and it is coming back this may need an opportunity to learn how White House reverse that position? But year. I have to lay off people. I can’t af- to play a musical instrument, to get they did. ford this. involved in an art class, or perhaps just Last week you may have heard Chris- I had some people who came to me to play basketball. It may be some- tine Todd Whitman at the Environ- from a steel company in Chicago, Finkl thing that will enrich them or enable mental Protection Agency say they Steel. They have had an increase in them to learn a little bit more about were going to reconsider this decision. natural gas prices, which means an in- computers. This debate goes back and forth. But I All of these afterschool activities are crease in the cost of their product. tell you, when it gets down to some- good, but we really need to focus on it They find it difficult to pass along this to make the schoolday reflect the re- thing as basic as the safety of the cost to their consumers as they are ality of American families. water we drink, we expect the White struggling to keep everybody working The same thing is true with the House to be listening to families across in their plant. school year. Three months off in the America and not to special interest These energy prices, as they are summer so the kids can go work on the groups that are pushing for relaxed en- going up, have a direct impact on em- farm—there are not a lot of kids work- vironmental standards. ployment. We have to try to find an en- ing on the farm, even in Illinois. The Whether we are talking about carbon ergy policy that accomplishes several question is whether or not there should dioxide in the air—which is part of things. First, it gives America a reli- be a summer school opportunity for en- global warming—whether we are talk- able source of energy; second, it makes richment for children. ing about lead or whether we are talk- certain consumers are not disadvan- You find that kids, if they have test- ing about arsenic in drinking water, taged in the process; and, third, it re- ed well at the end of the school year, the Environmental Protection Agency spects our environment. and they are gone for 3 months, when is supposed to be just that: an agency I certainly hope the Bush administra- they come back they lose lots of what to protect the environment, not a re- tion comes in with a proposal on this they learned. So when we invest money volving door so that special interests and that they will, in fact, take all in summer programs to enrich kids, and corporate interests can come three factors into consideration, and and give them new opportunities, and through and change regulations to not just the profitability of the energy they continue to learn, it is a good in- their liking. industry. vestment in continuing education. I am glad they are going to recon- So we have an important debate I think taking money from the $1.6 sider their position on arsenic in drink- ahead of us in Washington on a number trillion Bush tax cut, which goes pri- ing water. But I certainly hope that is of issues related to education, environ- marily to wealthy people, and putting not an isolated situation where they ment, energy policy, and certainly it into education so kids have a chance found religion. I hope that it reflects a health care. I left health care for last in the 21st century in America makes a new idea in the Bush White House because it is something that I think we lot of sense. That is why I was happy to about true environmental protection. have forgotten, and we should not. The support the proposal from Senator We can take a look at some of the en- people I represent have not forgotten HARKIN, the bipartisan amendment ergy concerns across America, and it. which passed, to cut it back and make they are directly linked to the environ- I went up to Palatine, IL, to the clin- sure we have more money invested in mental questions. The people who have ic run by the Cook County Bureau of education. talked to me for the last several Health Services and Northwest Com- We celebrated Earth Day last Sun- months in Illinois about increased munity Health Care. I was there with day, too. I think that is worth a com- heating bills and the high natural gas the mayor, Rita Mullins. After we went

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3805 into this clinic, Dr. Rodriguez came up a personal attendant, our parents and think about their public responsibility to me and the first words out of his grandparents in nursing homes. They to the legacy we are leaving our chil- mouth were: Welcome, Senator. We are primarily attended to and watched dren. This Earth should be cleaner. It need universal health care. by those making the minimum wage, should be safer. There should not be That was the first thing he said to and these people who are keeping an questions about the water we drink, me. He had a waiting room full of peo- eye on the folks we love the most gen- the arsenic levels in it, the air we ple with small children who were unin- erally don’t have any benefits; they breathe, and whether or not we are sured, people who were charity cases certainly do not have any health insur- doing our share in America to deal for that clinic. ance in most instances. with global warming. We need to have Each day in America more people The plan I propose, caregivers insur- the courage and the leadership in the lose health insurance. At a time of ance, would make all of these licensed White House to be sensitive to environ- prosperity, when those of us in Con- workers in daycare facilities, personal mental issues that will affect genera- gress are supposed to be sensitive to attendants to the disabled, and those tions to come. the real problems of families, we are working in nursing homes eligible for The assessment of the first 100 days totally ignoring the obvious. More and Medicaid coverage in their States. The will be made by many, but the most more people are uninsured. Fewer and State of Rhode Island is doing this. I important assessment will be made by fewer families have peace of mind when think every State should do this—so that family back in Illinois, or what- it comes to health insurance. More and that it is part of that job. ever State they may be from, who will more employers are cutting back on The turnover in these businesses is 50 ask this basic question: Does this ad- health insurance coverage for their em- percent or more each year. If we are ministration, does this White House, ployees, and they are making it dif- going to keep good daycare workers, if and does this Congress really care ficult for those employees to protect we are going to keep good working peo- about me and my family? Are they their families. ple at nursing homes, we ought to give making decisions for special interest I know a fellow who had a small busi- them the peace of mind of having groups or for those who have all of the ness with only about 10 employees. One health insurance. That is something we power in Washington or are they re- of the children of one of his employees should do in this Congress. I hope the membering the real America, the fami- had a serious health problem. As a re- caregivers across America to whom we lies in each community who make this sult of that health problem, the em- say we are willing to entrust our chil- the great nation it is? ployee incurred very expensive medical dren and our parents can come to- Mr. President, I yield the floor and bills. The health insurance company gether and prevail in this Congress for suggest the absence of a quorum. came back the next year and said: We this health insurance protection. So as The PRESIDING OFFICER. The are increasing your premiums by over we get into this debate, the serious clerk will call the roll. 50 percent because of the one child in part of it in the appropriations bills, The legislative clerk proceeded to the one family. Because of that, the we have an important agenda ahead of call the roll. business was forced to drop health in- us. Mr. WELLSTONE. Mr. President, I surance coverage and to merely give The President will have completed ask unanimous consent that the order their employees the amount of money his first 100 days as of next Monday. At for the quorum call be rescinded. they had traditionally spent for health that time, people will make an assess- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without insurance policies in the past. At least ment. I think the President deserves objection, it is so ordered. they did something, but it was of little good marks in some areas even though f or no help to the one man and his fam- I sit on the other side of the aisle from EDUCATION ily who had been hit by all these med- his party. I certainly acknowledge that ical bills. he has shown a sensitivity to many Mr. WELLSTONE. Mr. President, That is the reality of the America in issues to which the American people maybe I should have taken the time to which we live. There are virtually no are sensitive as well. look at some notes. Instead, I will proposals before Congress to deal with But I think the basic question is speak extemporaneously about the edu- this problem. We cannot overlook it be- whether this White House is really fo- cation bill. cause the people who get severely ill in cused on the average family, the work- I will take a few moments to talk this country end up showing up, at ing family, the people who are good about an issue that is near and dear to some point, at the hospital when they citizens in their neighborhoods and in me, given my own background as a are facing an acute illness. They do get their parishes and churches and syna- teacher and my great passion about treatment, at the expense of the sys- gogues and temples, people who are children and education. I will talk tem, at the expense of everyone else paying their taxes, obeying the law, about the Elementary and Secondary who pays for health insurance pre- doing their best to raise their kids, Education Act. miums across this country. whether this administration keeps Before we went on break, I objected There are several things I think we them in mind when it talks about a tax to a motion to proceed to this bill. The can do. First, I believe we should pro- cut plan that should be benefiting main reason I objected was I did not vide tax benefits, deductions, and cred- these families as much as the know what was in the bill. As a legis- its for small businesses that offer wealthy—sadly, the Bush tax cut really lator, as a Senator from Minnesota, health insurance. Give them a helping is focused on helping the wealthiest who gives, if you will, a special priority hand in the Tax Code. If the President among us and not these families who to children and education, I wanted to can find $1.6 trillion for a tax cut, pri- make up the core values of America— know what is in the bill. marily for the wealthiest people in this and whether the President’s plan on The second question, of course, has country, for goodness’ sake, can’t we education really thinks about families to do with appropriations. But, first find a tax break for small businesses so across America in the cities and rural things first. I wanted to know what is they can provide health insurance for towns in Illinois and the suburbs in this bill, and there are some ques- their employees? I think that is good around Chicago, families who want tions I want to raise right now in an- for the family who owns the business their kids to have the very best edu- ticipation of what will probably be a as well as those who work there. cation, whether the President is really very rigorous and vigorous debate Secondly, I have introduced legisla- prepared not only to give a speech about education before the Senate. tion called caregivers insurance. This about education but to provide a budg- This is as it should be. is what I am trying to achieve. We en- et which funds education at levels so The title of this bill is called BEST. trust the people we love the most in that education quality is maintained President Bush is arguing we can do our lives to those who are paid a min- and improved for this country. our best for children and for education imum wage. Finally, of course, when it comes to by the Federal Government requiring Who am I talking about? Our chil- the environment, that the people at that every school throughout the dren and grandchildren in daycare, our the Environmental Protection Agency United States of America having an- disabled friends and relatives who need and the Department of the Interior will nual testing starting at age 8 with

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3806 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 third graders, going through age 13. ment, if, in fact, this bill comes to the Finally, there are some fairly serious This will be in addition to the testing floor, which will say that no state will policy questions left outstanding. One that now takes place. be required to implement the new test- of those policy questions has to do with The first point I want to make today ing under this bill until we fully fund what is called the Straight A’s Pro- about this legislation is that we have the federal share of the IDEA program, gram. The question is whether or not to be very clear in the language that which is a program for kids with spe- we are now beginning to go to block there is no abuse of testing and that at cial needs. How can we not fully fund granting to, seven States. This, theo- the local and State level, school offi- this program? Right now, we are fund- retically could affect a large number of cials and those who administer this ing IDEA at one-third of what we owe. children in America. It would mean we test will be able to rely on multiple We need to pay for everything that we would all of a sudden move away from measures. We want to be very careful owe. How can we not fund that? How safe and drug-free schools, move away that this testing is consistent with Na- can we not fully fund the title I pro- from afterschool programs, move away tional professional standards of test- gram? How can we not fund teacher re- from certain programs that we have ing. That is very important. Quite cruitment, smaller class size, investing passed as a national community. We often there is confusion between ac- in crumbling buildings, before we start want to have separate funding for these countability, which we are all for, and saying we will have tests every year? programs, we want to make these pro- a single standardized test. They are not What the President has done, what grams a priority, for every child, no one in the same thing. the administration has done, and what matter where he or she lives. To move The second point is if, in fact, we are too many Democrats seem to be ac- away from that Federal commitment going to have this mandate on all of cepting is the idea that tests are the without some fairly strong language the States to do this testing, there has reform. The tests are the way we assess that makes sure all of the children are to be money committed to administer reform. I do not believe we will be going to benefit; that makes sure this these tests. This should not become an doing our best for children in America is not abused in any way, shape, or ‘‘unfunded mandate.’’ States and if the only thing we will do is force form; that makes sure this is not used school districts will be interested in tests on every State and school district for extras as opposed to what can help that. children do their very best; I think we Most important of all, if we are going in the country without at the same have to be vigilant on this question. to have a massive requirement which time giving the schools and teachers I think this could shape up as a his- puts all of the emphasis on testing, we and children the resources to do well. If we want to make the argument toric agreement if it is real. But if it is also should make a massive commit- that to invest money and not have any not real, and the President is not will- ment by way of resources to make sure tests is to not have any accountability, ing to back his rhetoric with resources, all of the schools, teachers, and chil- fine; let’s have accountability, if the and instead he puts most of these re- dren have the same opportunity to do sources into tax cuts for, basically, well on these tests. testing is done the right way. My argu- Right now, we do not have that. ment is if all we do is have the tests wealthy people at the top, and does not What we have from the President is a and we have hardly any new additional make this investment in education for tin cup budget for education. I have investment in education and in chil- children, Democrats should speak up said it over and over and over again in dren, what we have done is have ac- for kids. We should speak up for edu- the Senate, and in articles, one cannot countability but it is a waste of time. cation. We should speak up for our realize the goal of leaving no child be- Quite frankly, until we get serious— school boards and our school districts hind on a tin cup budget. At the mo- the President is not; not in the budg- and our States. ment, we have very little by way of in- et—it does not matter the words we As far as my State of Minnesota is crease in expenditures for education utter. It is not the photo ops. It is not concerned, I have been in enough meet- under the Elementary and Secondary visiting children in schools. Where it ings with enough schools and enough Education Act. That, to me, is uncon- matters is whether or not we are will- teachers. We are going through a very scionable. If we are going to now basi- ing to make the investment. difficult battle at the State level, as cally say to every State, every school Senator HARKIN and I had an amend- well, on the education budget. More district, every school, every child, take ment that called for $225 billion more than anything, what all of the good these tests and this is going to be how by way of investment in education over teachers tell me is give them the re- we will measure how you are doing, we the next 10 years. That must be kept in sources to work. And, by the way, in will set up a lot of schools, teachers, the Budget Conference Committee. addition, what the really good teachers and children for failure unless we give That amendment is all about invest- say is they do not want to be forced them the resources to make sure the ment in children. Unless we do that, into some sort of straitjacket edu- children can do well. unless we make that kind of a commit- cation, where everybody is teaching to I will be very interested to see when ment, we are not doing our best for low quality tests and to the lowest we move to this bill, whether or not children. common denominator. This is the edu- there is a new, bold commitment to the My hope is that Democrats will make cational deadening. If we are going to title I program for kids who come from it very clear to our colleagues on the use tests, they must be high quality. disadvantaged backgrounds. Now it is other side that anything and every- We have got to get it right, do it the funded at a 33-percent level. I will be thing that helps children and edu- right way. interested to see whether or not there cation, we are for. Any way we can Maybe every Senator has been in a is a commitment to afterschool pro- work together, we should do so. But we school. I have tried to be in a school grams, whether or not there is a com- are not going to throw our support be- every 2 weeks for the last 101⁄2 years. If mitment to additional help for kids in hind an education program which calls you get to the school level, you get reading, and whether or not there is a itself BEST—which does not come any- down in the trenches, you realize a lot commitment for rebuilding our crum- where close to how we can do our best of what purports to be reform, may, in bling schools. I will want to see wheth- for children—all for the sake of $2 tril- fact, not be so good for kids in schools. er or not we have a commitment to lion in Robin-Hood-in-reverse tax cuts, It may, in fact, be counterproductive. smaller class size and whether or not with over 40 percent of the benefits It certainly will be, unless we get the we have a commitment to recruiting going to millionaires. investment in resources. good teachers. If we don’t do that and This President so far has not shown For my own part, I objected before we don’t live up to what is our respon- the commitment to make the invest- spring recess to move forward with the sibility, we have put the cart before ment in children and education. I hope bill, and I will continue to object until the horse. We are going to hold the the Democrats will stand up for chil- I see what is in the bill, and then we schools, children, and teachers ac- dren and stand up for education. We will see whether we go forward in the countable where we should be held ac- will make it crystal clear that if we are debate. I hope, unless the President countable. going to have this mandate of all these comes forward with a real investment Where is the investment, I ask. I tests, the resources are going to come of resources, that Democrats and some probably will offer a trigger amend- with it. That is the second point. Republicans will directly challenge

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3807 this piece of legislation. I don’t want to tion that we need to sacrifice the envi- in energy conservation programs. have a piece of legislation that has this ronment in the name of the economy. These cuts come at a time when our great acronym ‘‘BEST’’ with all of the Unfortunately, the attack on our en- Nation is once again confronted with symbolic politics that purport to do so vironment continued in the President’s the need to reduce our dependence on well for children and, in fact, do not. budget, which would slash funding for foreign oil and to develop a comprehen- We shouldn’t play symbolic politics EPA and natural resource programs by sive energy policy. An energy policy with children’s lives. We ought to be 15 percent over 10 years. This would that addresses this challenge should able to do well for kids and get the re- significantly weaken our commitment have renewables and energy conserva- sources to the school districts, the re- to environmental protection in many tion as centerpieces. Instead, this sources to the States, the resources to ways. budget puts them on the chopping the schools, the resources to the teach- Consider, for example, the Presi- block. ers, and the resources to the kids. At dent’s request for funding for water in- The President’s budget also threat- the minimum, we ought to do that. frastructure funding. The President is ens our Nation’s land and wildlife re- That would be my commitment in reducing the funding for the Clean sources. It would weaken the protec- this debate that is to come. Water State Revolving Fund and tions of the Endangered Species Act, I yield the floor and suggest the ab- wastewater loan program by $450 mil- underfund land conservation initia- sence of a quorum. lion in this budget year. Yet more than tives, and generally weaken the De- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The 40 percent of our Nation’s waters are partment of Interior’s efforts to pro- clerk will call the roll. not safe for fishing and swimming. In tect and preserve our Nation’s great The legislative clerk proceeded to my own State of New Jersey, 85 per- natural heritage, including our na- call the roll. cent of the water does not meet the tional parks. This will undermine nu- Mr. CORZINE. Mr. President, I ask quality standards of the Clean Water merous efforts by our States to fight unanimous consent the order for the Act. I cannot and will not support a the effects of sprawl and over-develop- quorum call be dispensed with. budget that will take us to even lower ment, including the one spearheaded in The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without standards of protection. my own State of New Jersey by our objection, it is so ordered. I also am concerned about the admin- then-Governor, Christie Todd Whit- f istration’s proposal to cut funding for man. She implemented a 100,000-acre clean air programs at the EPA. More THE ENVIRONMENT open space initiative as Governor. I am than 100 million Americans today concerned because in New Jersey the Mr. CORZINE. Mr. President, I rise breathe air that does not meet the Sierra Club estimates that we are los- today to speak about our environment, standards of the Clean Air Act. Yet ing 10,000 acres of our dwindling open and the right of all American families President Bush’s budget cuts EPA’s space a year. In New Jersey, these are to clean air, clean water, and a clean clean air programs by 6 percent next real issues for us. We are the most future for generations to come. year, from $590 million to $564 million. densely populated State in the Nation. Maintaining a clean and safe environ- This could have a serious impact, espe- The budget goes beyond cuts in some ment should not be a partisan issue. cially for those more vulnerable to cases; for example, it eliminates the All of us live on the same planet. We dirty air: the young, the old, and the popular Wetlands Reserve Program. all breathe the same air. We all drink infirm. Just this week we saw new sci- This is a voluntary program that cre- the same water. When it comes to our entific evidence of the carcinogenic im- ates incentives for farmers to manage global environment, we are one com- pact of breathing soot in our air. I their lands as wetlands. Finally, the munity. know it will have an impact in my budget proposes to drill the pristine In fact, when Americans voted last State where the air quality in 9 of our Arctic Refuge in Alaska at the expense November, they voted for two Presi- cities and countries is among the worst of rare species and fragile ecosystems. dential candidates who both professed in the Nation. We need to move against Let me say that I would always pre- a strong commitment to our global en- this. fer to give the President the benefit of vironment. Former Vice President While the cuts to programs like clean the doubt. His actions, and the things Gore obviously made environmental air and clean water may tend to get he has to do, are difficult for everyone. protection a top priority. But Presi- the most attention—and maybe they But it is simply wrong to give big cor- dent Bush also made several promises should—I am especially concerned porate interests such overwhelming in- to improve environmental conditions. about the cuts in the President’s budg- fluence in the development of environ- Unfortunately, as we celebrate Earth et for EPA’s enforcement operations— mental policies. The mining industry Day, Americans around the country the so-called compassionate compli- may do a lot of good, but it should not are growing increasingly concerned ance. We can have lots of strong laws control policies over public lands. The that these environmental promises on the books to protect our environ- oil and gas industries play important have not been kept. Instead, we have ment, but if they’re not enforced, roles, but their short-term interests seen a series of actions that threaten they’re worth little more than the should not undermine the broader pub- to have significant and adverse effects paper they’re written on. We in New lic interest in protecting our precious on the quality of our air and water, and Jersey have seen the consequences of natural resources. We need a more bal- on the natural resources that our chil- underfunding enforcement. For exam- anced approach then we have been get- dren and grandchildren will inherit. ple, our State reduced funding for our ting thus far in our discussion of the First, President Bush reneged on a water pollution control enforcement environment. campaign promise to regulate carbon program by 26 percent. I repeat, 85 per- It is a great disappointment to me dioxide emissions. Then he caused an cent of our waterways do not meet the and many of my constituents given embarrassment abroad by announcing clean water standards. That is a major how important the environment is to the United States’ withdrawal from an reason why we continue to have such each of them and their families. I have international initiative to address significant water quality problems in certainly heard that as I have traveled global warming. He went on to block our State. We are not enforcing the across New Jersey in the weeks leading new protections against arsenic in our rules that we have on the books. I hope up to Earth Day. drinking water, even though scientists we will not repeat this kind of mistake I hope we in the Congress will do have clearly found that Americans face at the national level. what we can to help restore a balance unacceptably high cancer risks from The President’s budget also to our Nation’s environmental policy. I arsenic in drinking water under exist- underfunds initiatives to conserve en- assure the people of New Jersey that I ing standards. ergy and to develop clean energy tech- will continue to do all I can to resist These actions are out of step, in my nologies. Overall, the budget cuts for efforts that would lead to dirtier water belief, with the American people. Cer- the Department of Energy are $700 mil- and dirtier air and erode our national tainly they are out of step with the lion next year. This includes a $103 mil- heritage. The stakes are vital to our people of New Jersey. Americans un- lion cut in renewable energy research country and to my State. The Amer- derstand and reject the outdated no- and development, and a $20 million cut ican people deserve better.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3808 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 I suggest the absence of a quorum. study after study the conclusion that cut it for years in sequence. In some of The PRESIDING OFFICER. The our school systems aren’t working that our urban areas, 80 or 90 percent of the clerk will call the roll. well in many parts of our country; that schools simply are not teaching the The legislative clerk proceeded to we are well behind other nations which children in those school systems at a call the roll. we are competitors with in the inter- level that the local school district or Mr. GREGG. Mr. President, I ask national community in the industri- the local school board or State school unanimous consent that the order for alized world. We rank close to last in board defines as educational pro- the quorum call be rescinded. math and science. It is especially true ficiency. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without of kids who come to the table of edu- A parent who has to send their child objection, it is so ordered. cation who have a natural disadvan- to that school says to themselves: f tage of coming from a low-income What am I to do? My child started in this school in the first grade and the EDUCATION background. Those kids are even fur- ther behind than kids who do not have school was failing. Now my child is in Mr. GREGG. Mr. President, I want to that disadvantage coming to the edu- the fifth or sixth or seventh grade and take a brief moment to speak about cational table. In fact, as I commented the school is still failing. My child has one element of the education issue in this Chamber before, the average passed through a system which simply which as we move towards the debate child in the fourth grade coming from wasn’t teaching them what they were on the education bill will be discussed a low-income background reads at two supposed to be taught, and everyone knew that child wasn’t learning what at considerable length in this Chamber. grade levels from his or her peers. I want to lay out a predicate for this The same is true nationally. It is they needed to learn. What can the parent do under our discussion. That involves the issue of throughout the system. It is not just present rules? The parent can do vir- what I call portability, or choice. Some fourth grade. We have seen the dropout tually nothing to try to help their have tried to place on it the nomen- rate. We see the lack of capacity to be clature of vouchers, which really isn’t child unless they happen to come from competitive academically on the low- a reasonably high-income family. Then accurate. But the issue is giving par- income side, and especially the minor- ents options in the educational system they can take the child out of school, ity side in our urban areas is a stag- or even a moderate-income family if to assist them in ensuring that their gering problem. It hasn’t improved children get an education which is of they have a Catholic school system even though we have spent hundreds of somewhere or a religious school system benefit to them and allows them to be billions of dollars in this country try- competitive in our society. somewhere that has a low cost and ing to improve the system. What can have their child go to that school. But I think we all understand that the we do to change that? core element of success in our society for most low-income families in our We are bringing out an educational urban communities, their options are is quality education. We especially un- bill on the floor with amendments to derstand that in New Jersey where we nonexistent. If you are the single address a number of areas, and it has mother with two or three kids, or even don’t have a natural resource to mine some very unique and creative initia- or agricultural products. We don’t have one child, and your child is trapped in tives. The President made it his No. 1 that school system, you are saying to some unique physical characteristic priority. He brought forward the de- yourself: How is my child ever going to that gives us the ability to create in- bate and I think moved the debate dra- have the knowledge they need in order come as a result of that characteristic. matically down the road or signifi- to be successful? How am I going to get The essence of what gives our State its cantly down the road towards trying to my child to a point where they can competitive advantage is the fact that get a different approach to this issue, read and do math, where they can step we have a lot of people who are well- recognizing that we have not been suc- out of that school and get a good job, educated, intelligent, and are able to cessful with the way things have been and where they aren’t going to be as- compete successfully in a very highly working for the last 20 or 30 years. He signed to a situation where they can- technical society. has suggested that we give schools not compete in our society because That is a definition that can be ap- more flexibility, but in exchange for they haven’t been taught? That single plied to our country as we see a global flexibility for parents, teachers and mother’s options are nonexistent market develop in all sorts of commod- principals in the school system require today. ities. It becomes very clear that the more accountability, and that we hold Some of us on our side of the aisle, theories of Adam Smith apply in our that accountability to be applied not and a few on the other side of the aisle, society and in our world today. There only to the norm but to every indi- have suggested giving parents some op- are certain products and certain capa- vidual group within the norm, what- tions. Let’s say to a parent whose child bilities which one society is better at ever their ethnic, race, or income back- is locked in the school that has failed than other societies. Fortunately, our ground. It is basically a testing pro- year in and year out—we are not talk- society is best at those activities which gram that requires kids maintain that ing about all parents. We are just talk- produce the most wealth and the most level of proficiency in their grade level. ing about parents in low-income fami- prosperity. A large percentage of those But what happens when you see a lies, and single moms trying to make a products and capabilities involve tech- school system which continues to fail living. They have a job. They are send- nology. They involve intellectual ca- year in and year out? You may say: ing their kids to school. Their kids are pacity, and they require a strong edu- Who defines failure? The Federal Gov- in a school that doesn’t work. Let’s say cation system to succeed. ernment? No. Failure is defined by the to those parents that we have some Regrettably, what we have seen in local school district or the State school other options. After 3 years in that our society today is an educational board deciding what a child should school system that has failed, the par- system that has not kept up with the know in the third, fourth, fifth, and ent will have an option to use the spe- needs of our Nation. In fact, tens of sixth grades. It is not the Federal Gov- cial money which the Federal Govern- thousands—literally hundreds of thou- ernment setting the standard. It is the ment sends to that school system to sands—of kids in our educational sys- local school boards. benefit low-income children, which ob- tem simply aren’t being educated at a But we know literally thousands of viously isn’t doing any benefit. level which makes them competitive in schools in this country year in and You, the parent, will have the ability this high-technology world. It makes year out meet the standards when it to take a proportion of that money and them capable of being successful, comes to teachers teaching kids in have it follow your child to another which means when they leave school those school districts and those school school, either a public school or a pri- they have the capacity to compete buildings—standards which are set up vate school, where your child will have with their peers in English and math not by the Federal Government but are a chance to succeed. Your child will and basic science. set up by the local school districts or have a chance to participate in the We have seen this regrettably for by the States. American dream rather than to be years and years. The situation hasn’t Literally thousands of schools are locked out of it because they are in a improved a whole lot. In fact, we see in not cutting it this year. They have not school that does not work.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3809 This concept has been demonized. community. But let me point out it is Why shouldn’t we say to Milwaukee: This concept has been vilified. This working today with State and local We are not going to do that any longer, concept has been aggressively at- dollars. It is working in the city of Mil- Milwaukee. You have made a decision tacked, primarily by the liberal edu- waukee and in the State of Arizona. as to how you think you can educate cational establishment in this country, They allow the State tax dollars and your children. We are going to let the essentially the leadership of the labor the local tax dollars to follow the child Federal dollars follow the local and unions. Why is that? This concept of to the educational venue, the edu- State dollars. Specifically, in Mil- giving parents whose kids are stuck in cational place they wish to go. It waukee, if you decide to do it, we are failing schools—low-income parents, works very well. going to allow you to use these dollars most of them single parents, most of Listen to the mayor of Milwaukee, with portability, so the parents can them women—an option to do some- who happens to be a very active Demo- have options; the same with Arizona. thing to try to bring their kids out of crat, and he proselytizes on this issue That is what we are proposing. It is that destitute situation, why has it about how good it has been for the kids really not radical at all. It is not a been so attacked by the major labor in the inner city, to give them a chance Federal initiative demanding we have a union movement in this country which to be more successful, a chance to live national program on ‘‘vouchers,’’ a controls the teachers’ unions? Pri- the American dream. Remember, we word that has been made a pejorative marily because it is the first step to are not proposing—and this is critical term. It is a program that suggests what is known as competition. to understand—a unilateral Federal that local communities and States may Competition is an evil term when it program that comes into the State, decide that parents, who have their comes to the liberal educational estab- comes into the community, and says: kids in failing schools, where those lishment in this country. I am not real- You must allow the parent to have schools have failed year in and year ly sure why it is an evil term. If you go portability, to have those dollars fol- out, can do something for their chil- out to buy a car, you decide on buying low the child. dren that will create some competition that car because there is competition. What we are saying is this: We are in the educational market, something Competition has produced the one car going to put on the cafeteria line of which is fundamental to the American that does a better job of what you are Federal programs an idea. You, the society in producing quality. It is a interested in than what somebody else local school district, you, the State, if program that suggests that those has built. You buy a Ford over a Chev- you decide to, through your elected of- school districts which have made those rolet or a Chrysler over a Chevrolet or ficials—and it is key to underline that; decisions locally or statewide, through maybe a Chevrolet over a Chrysler be- through your elected officials—can their elected leaders, will have the op- cause you decide they build a better take off that cafeteria line the idea of tion, with our Federal dollars, to do product that meets your needs more portability, having the dollars follow the same. appropriately. the child. So it is going to be a pro- That idea has retained huge resist- Competition has been the essence of gram which is totally controlled by ance; the resistance isn’t rational. The what has produced quality in the area publicly elected officials. It will be resistance is political. It is driven by a of products in our country. They will only at the discretion of publicly elect- desire basically not to allow competi- say, this is not a Chevrolet; it is edu- ed officials who control the public edu- tion, not to allow creativity in our cation. No, it is not a Chevrolet. This cational system. local school districts, but to drive the isn’t cars. This is service. In the area of So if the public education system in process of education from Washington, service you do exactly the same thing. Milwaukee wants to use the Wisconsin so that an elite few can decide for If you have a doctor who you think is dollars and the Milwaukee dollars, and many how education is pursued nation- not taking care of you or your family then wants to also use the Federal dol- ally. correctly, you go to another doctor. If lars, they can do that. But if the public We are going to discuss this at great- you have a dentist who is not taking er length as we move down the road on care of you correctly—maybe he drilled education system in Chicago does not want to use Federal dollars or local the education bill. But I thought it into your tooth and did not give you would be appropriate at this time to at any novocaine which caused you a lit- dollars or State dollars in order to give parents the option, then it will not least lay down the foundation for the tle pain—you go to another dentist. predicate of the debate because it is For service providers, the same is happen. This is not a unilateral exercise. This grossly misrepresented in the press, true right across the board in our coun- not because the press does not under- try. The only place where service isn’t is an exercise which is related to the local community making the decision, stand the issue but because the pre- provided in a competitive way in our senters to the press maybe want to society with any significance, outside through its locally elected officials, who control local education. So it is misrepresent. I believe it is appropriate of pure Government is in public edu- to maybe begin to make clear for the cation. As a result, regrettably, when a not some huge scheme that is going to be settled on the community from record what is being proposed. child is locked in a failing school, the Mr. President, I yield the floor and parent has no options. That is not fair. above. Why shouldn’t we say to the city of suggest the absence of a quorum. It is not fair to that child. It is espe- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The cially not fair to the low-income par- Milwaukee: All right, you have a pro- gram that you think is working very clerk will call the roll. ent in America. It is not fair to the The assistant legislative clerk pro- urban poor in America that their chil- well. You are taking your State tax dollars, you are taking your local prop- ceeded to call the roll. dren are the only children who are sub- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The erty tax dollars, and you have set up a jected to this lack of ability to have a Chair, in his capacity as the Senator program where those dollars follow the chance at the American dream because from Wyoming, asks unanimous con- child. But, unfortunately, you, Mil- we have a society which demands that sent the calling of the quorum call be waukee, today, under our law today, they attend a school that fails year in rescinded. and year out. cannot take Federal dollars and follow Without objection, it is so ordered. the child. Your Federal dollars have to So we have suggested, let’s give these f parents and these kids a chance. Let’s go to the public school system. They take a small percentage of the funds have to go to the public schools, and it RECESS and allow the parent to use those funds is not in relation to how many low-in- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under to bootstrap that child into some other come kids there are in the schools—and the previous order, the Senate will now educational venue where they think there can be some low-income kids who stand in recess until the hour of 2:15. they can do a better job, where the par- do not get any dollars for education— Thereupon, the Senate, at 12:30 p.m. ent thinks they can do a better job. It but, rather, it is in relationship to recessed until 2:15 p.m. and reassem- can be a public school or it can be a some arbitrary formula settled back in bled when called to order by the Pre- private school. 1976 that simply happens to be a for- siding Officer [Mr. INHOFE]. This is an idea that has caused great mula based on political expediency The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- disruption obviously in the educational today. ator from Kansas.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3810 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 TARGETING CHILDREN the progress. But the report also found, every Senator of both parties, ensuring Mr. BROWNBACK. Mr. President, I as I stated, that the recording industry that America’s children get a world- want to draw the attention of this body has made no effort to implement any class education is a top priority. to a report that was released just today reforms—either those mentioned in the We also know one of the best meas- by the Federal Trade Commission. It is report or the reforms that they, the re- ures of what a child learns is time on a followup study to one that was done cording industry themselves, told Con- task; that is, children learn what they last year on the issue of the marketing gress they would do. This is even more spend their time focusing on. That is of violent, adult-rated entertainment disappointing. significant because typically the Amer- material to children. It was a Before we had the hearing last fall on ican child spends more time each year groundbreaking Federal Trade Com- the marketing of violent material to watching television and movies, play- mission study last year that found that children, the recording industry ing video games, listening to music, much of our adult material, adult- stepped up and said: We are going to than he or she does in school. It makes rated entertainment material—movies, change. Here is a three-point, five- no sense to assume that what a child video games, music—was adult rated point, seven-point plan we are putting sees, hears, and does in school will by the companies themselves, enter- forward; we will implement these as an mold, shape, and enlighten his or her tainment companies, the conglom- industry to change our marketing young mind but that what he sees, erates, and then target-marketed back practices. hears, and plays in terms of entertain- to children, for example, in the Joe They volunteered. Now what they ment will have no impact whatsoever. Many of the most popular songs, Camel advertisement. It was said this have done is they have said: We are not games, and movies actively glorify vio- was an adult-rated product, cigarettes, even going to do what we volunteered lence and glamorize brutality. There but using an image to target-market to Congress we would do—change our are video games which cast players as that then back to children. It turns out marketing practices. drug kingpins, with the game revolving the entertainment community—enter- I want to read just a few statements tainment companies and movies and from this report because it is deeply around selling drugs and killing com- music and video games—was doing the disturbing: petitors. There are movies which glam- orize murder, casting teen idols as exact same thing. The Commission’s review indicates that That report was released last fall, the entertainment industry had made some dashing killers. And there are numer- and it was very discouraging and dis- progress in limiting advertising in certain ous songs which celebrate violence appointing that they would do this, teen media and providing rating information against women—all of which are mar- particularly at a time when we have so in advertising. The industry must make a keted to children. greater effort, however, if it is to meet the much difficulty with violence in our so- If being perceived is doing, we clearly suggestions for improvement included in the have problems on our hands. ciety, violence among kids in our Commission’s Report as well as its own There is new evidence to suggest that schools, killings among our teenagers. promises for reform. exposing children to violent entertain- There was a followup study released Specifically, the report found, ‘‘ads ment not only affects their emotional just today to that September FTC for R-rated movies still appeared on and behavioral development—their sen- study. What came forward is that the the television programs most popular sitivity to other’s pain, their ability to movie industry is doing somewhat bet- with teens . . .’’—even though they are empathize, and their perceptions of the ter about not target-marketing the supposed to be a restricted audience for world around them—but also their cog- adult-rated material to children, the the movie—‘‘and the ratings reasons in nitive development. A professor in my video game industry is doing better ads were either small, fleeting or in- alma mater of Kansas State has done than the movie industry in not target- conspicuously placed.’’ ground-breaking research on the im- marketing their adult-rated fare to That was the good part of the study. pact that exposure to violent enter- children, and the music industry that The report reserved its harshest criti- tainment has on children’s brain activ- is putting forward these hyperviolent, cism for the music industry and stated: ity. Dr. John Murray’s studies have suicide, violence-towards-women lyrics The Commission found that the music re- found that in terms of brain activity, has actually done nothing to change its cording industry, unlike the motion picture kids who are exposed to violent enter- marketing practice and continues to and electronic game industries, has not visi- tainment have a similar experience to directly target-market adult-rated ma- bly responded to the Commission’s report, those who are exposed to real-life trau- terial. This is material the music com- nor has it implemented the reforms its trade ma, and their brain responds in much association announced just before the Com- panies themselves deem to be inappro- the same fashion. priate for children. They put an adult mission issued its report. The Commission’s review showed that advertising for explicit- This research, while still in its rudi- sticker, parental advisory, on this ma- mentary stages, has potentially pro- terial, and they turn around and con- content labeled music recordings routinely appeared on popular teen television pro- found implications for education. I tinue, with millions of dollars in mar- gramming. All five major recording compa- would therefore like to announce my keting campaigns, to target children. nies placed advertising for explicit content intention to introduce an amendment They are saying: Yes, we got the music on TV programs and magazines with to ESEA which calls for increased re- study last fall. We saw that. Yes, we substantial under-17 audiences. Further- search into the impact that exposing were target-marketing adult-rated, pa- more, ads for explicit-content labeled music children to violent entertainment—vio- rental-advisory-stickered material to usually did not indicate that the recording lent music, and violent video games— was stickered with a parental advisory label. children last fall. Do you know what. has on their cognitive development and We are going to keep doing it. And So not only did they market to kids, educational achievement. I hope and they have continued to do that, as they didn’t warn the parents in the ad- trust that the Senate will adopt this shown in this study that was just re- vertising that this was parental labeled amendment. leased today. material. In the advertising, they said In conclusion, I urge my colleagues I asked that industry to come for- they were not even going to point that to look at this interim study by the ward and change its marketing prac- out to the parents. FCC and what has happened. tices: If you believe this material is in- If you refer back to the original FTC I also urge the recording industry to appropriate, to the point it needs a pa- report released last September, you step up and actually do what they said rental advisory label on it, don’t spend will find 100 percent of the violent they would do, which is not to market millions of dollars to try to bypass par- music they studied was target-mar- adult-rated material and parental advi- ents and get the kids to buy them. keted to kids—100 percent. Evidently sory material directly to children. It is What the FTC study found is deeply the recording industry saw no reason harming our kids. It is the wrong thing disappointing. There have been some to change. to do. I ask them sincerely to review efforts made at progress, mostly, as I Soon the Senate will turn its atten- what they are doing in their marketing noted, in the video game industry, and tion to consider the Elementary and campaigns and stop this practice. It is more modest attempts in the movie in- Secondary Education Act, ESEA, and harmful. dustry. For those efforts I offer both how to provide the best education for I am hopeful when we have the fol- praise and encouragement to step up all of America’s children. I think for lowup study and the anniversary report

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3811 to the FCC study this fall that the re- So the Elementary and Secondary have a fever, taking their temperature cording industry will actually step for- Education Act historically over the three times an hour is not going to ward and do what is right. years has been an effort by the Federal make them feel better; medicine will. I yield the floor. I suggest the ab- Government to assist and participate Testing every year in and year out is sence of a quorum. in the improvement of the quality of inclined, in my view, to turn our The PRESIDING OFFICER. The public education in the United States. schools into nothing more than test clerk will call the roll. For every dollar of education that is prep centers across America. The assistant legislative clerk pro- spent by our public sectors—State, Who is going to pay for that un- ceeded to call the roll. local governments, and the Federal funded mandate if we jam that down Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. Government—out of every dollar that the throats of communities across the President, I ask unanimous consent is spent, the Federal Government country? I am very concerned with this that the order for the quorum call be spends about 6 to 8 cents. And 93, 94 mandatory testing idea as the only rescinded. cents of the dollar spent on elementary way to judge how students are per- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without and secondary education comes from forming. objection, it is so ordered. local property taxes in most States. I Many look to our schools as the Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. do not know what Oklahoma does, but source of the kids’ problems when, in President, I ask unanimous consent to I know in Connecticut it is mostly a fact, in my view, the problems begin yield myself up to 15 minutes as in local property tax. The State also con- before the kids ever get to school. The morning business. problems too often are occurring at The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without tributes, but primarily it is local prop- home. We do not want to look in the objection, it is so ordered. erty taxes. So the Federal Govern- mirror and see what is happening in (The remarks of Mr. SMITH of New ment’s participation financially is our own homes long before this child Hampshire pertaining to the introduc- rather small when you think of it. Out enters kindergarten or the first grade. tion of S. 759 are located in today’s of a dollar spent, we contribute about 6 We now blame child care centers. We RECORD under ‘‘Statements on Intro- or 7 cents. blame the kindergarten teacher, the duced Bills and Joint Resolutions.’’) I am not going to debate this point The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- right now, or discuss this point, but I first, second, third, fourth, or fifth ator from Connecticut. happen to believe in the 21st century grade teacher because Johnny cannot Mr. DODD. Mr. President, I would the Federal Government ought to be a read or Johnny is not performing well. like to address the Chamber. May I better partner financially. I would like As I said, too often the problems ask, what is the business before the to see us become someday a one-third occur long before a child reaches Senate? partner—the States one-third, the local school age or enters a child care cen- The PRESIDING OFFICER. We are in government one-third, and the Na- ter. We need to be a bit more realistic a period of morning business for 3 tional Government one-third. What a about what we can expect by testing hours, equally divided. wonderful relief it would be—and I saw kids all the time, at some significant Mr. DODD. Is there a limitation on the Presiding Officer nod affirmatively cost, as a mandate. the amount of time? when I spoke of property taxes in Okla- Accountability standards have been The PRESIDING OFFICER. There is homa, as is the case in Connecticut— improved. I am willing to support some a 10-minute limitation. what a great relief it would be, putting of those. These are the same account- f aside education issues, if we could say ability standards that have been devel- to people in Oklahoma and Con- oped, frankly, over the last few years. ELEMENTARY AND SECONDARY necticut: We are going to reduce your JEFF BINGAMAN, my colleague from EDUCATION local property taxes by a third—that is New Mexico, has been the principal au- Mr. DODD. Mr. President, I want to where most of it goes, to education— thor of legislation to improve account- spend a couple of minutes, if I can, because your Federal Government is ability standards that will get us closer talking about the possibility of us de- going to step up and be a far greater to a better way of getting schools to bating and passing a comprehensive participant in recognizing the national live up to the obligations they bear for bill on elementary and secondary edu- benefits we all accumulate if the qual- their students and families who send cation. My hope is, of course, that in ity of public education in this country their children to these schools. the coming days this body will do what improves. So that is what brings us to Today’s children are part of the first it should have done 2 years ago; that is, this particular point. generation that is being raised in a to pass legislation, as we are required There has been a lot of discussion truly global world. Nothing we do this to do only once every 5 or 6 years, on about whether or not we have some year or in the coming years is more im- elementary and secondary education. agreements between the White House portant than how we go about pro- This morning across America 55 mil- and the Senate on an Elementary and viding for our children’s education. If lion children went to school. Fifty mil- Secondary Education Act. There has we succeed in this endeavor, our coun- lion went to school in a public school; been some progress. But we are light- try’s future will be very bright. If we 5 million went to school in a private or years away from an agreement—light- do not succeed, it is going to be bleak. parochial school. We, as President years away from an agreement. With that in mind, I believe we have Bush has said, bear a principal respon- I do not say that with any glee. I had much work to do as we prepare to take sibility to the education of all our chil- hoped after 2 or 3 weeks of discussions up the Elementary and Secondary Edu- dren, but a particular responsibility to we would be a lot closer. But reports I cation Act. If this debate turns out to children in our public schools, and even have read in the newspaper and heard be a feeding frenzy with literally doz- further, from a Federal standpoint, a in the press and heard from the White ens and dozens of amendments being particular obligation to the most dis- House, heard from some quarters here, proposed every 5 minutes, with Mem- advantaged children across America. that we are on the brink of some agree- bers having little knowledge of what That has been our historic participa- ment, is very far from the truth. I they may do, we do not know what we tion, to try to assist our communities, think it is a sad commentary, but it are going to produce. our States, and most particularly fami- happens to be a fact. Let me tell you Since we only deal with this once lies in this country who suffer from why. every 5 or 6 years, we ought to take various depravations, to see to it that First of all, we are asking schools to some time and pull this together and their children have an equal oppor- do some very dramatic things—testing, come forward with a bill that truly rec- tunity to success. We have no obliga- for one. ognizes and reflects bipartisanship, tion, in my view, to guarantee anybody I am not terribly enthusiastic about that includes the ideas of people who success in America. But we do bear re- testing as the only means of judging spend a lot of time thinking about how sponsibility to try to provide an equal performance. Testing is really not a re- to improve the quality of education in opportunity to achieving success. That form; it is a measurement of how well our country, rather than one that is a is all really any of us can try to accom- one does. That is all. As an educator in jump ball that could end up doing a lot plish in our public responsibilities. my State recently said: When children more damage despite the press releases

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3812 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 and pats on the back we give ourselves trillion tax cut over that same 10-year testing may be fine. We will work that on how we judge whether or not we period. out. But I have asked the administra- have lived up to our obligations. Think about this. The President said: tion: How about school construction The first issue we have to talk about This is my top priority. He has only funds? That is something I really care candidly is the funding of these pro- been in office about 100 days: This is about and I think a lot of parents do, grams. If, as the President says, edu- my top priority. All during the cam- too. cation is his top national priority—and paign: This is my top priority; $4.2 bil- Mr. President, 50 percent of our stu- I applaud him for that; this is what I lion a year versus $1.6 trillion. The dents this morning went to school in a call the hub of the wheel: education. If numbers speak louder than the rhet- building built prior to 1950. Think of we get education right, then we in- oric—much louder. that: 50 percent of our elementary and crease dramatically the likelihood that By the way, under the President’s tax secondary kids walked into a building every other issue will be dealt with in- proposal, approximately $680 billion that was built prior to 1950. telligently, and we can build public will go to people who earn more than How about some resources for new support and come up with good an- $300,000 a year. Those are not my num- school construction, wired to compete swers. bers; those are the President’s num- in a global economy, to have access to If, in a democratic society, our edu- bers: $681 billion will be going to people the great libraries and institutions all cation system begins to crumble and who earn $300,000 or more a year. That over the world? A kid who walks into a fall apart, then our democratic institu- is where the tax cuts go. It appears the falling-apart building is going to get a tions, in my view, begin to fall apart as President considers tax cuts for people falling-apart education. That is not well. Thomas Jefferson, 200 years ago, making over $300,000 a year to be seven any great leap of logic; that is a fact. said that any nation that ever expects times more important than increased How about some resources for new to be ignorant and free expects what funding for education in America. school construction? How about the never was and never possibly can be. If I do not agree with those priorities. I White House saying: We will go along that was true at the outset of the 19th do not think the President does, or at with you on that? I say: You want me century, then it is even more pro- least he says he does not. And I know to support some of your ideas that I foundly true as we begin the 21st cen- the American public does not either. In think are questionable at best. How tury. fact, 3 weeks ago, this party on a bipar- about supporting my ideas and those of Our children will not just be com- tisan basis showed it does not agree us who advocate funds for school con- peting with each other—a child in with those priorities either. That is struction. Smaller class sizes: This should not Oklahoma competing with a child in why we supported the amendment of take more than 5 minutes of debate. If Connecticut or a child in Louisiana Senator HARKIN from Iowa to decrease a teacher is in a classroom and has competing with a child in New Hamp- the tax cut by $450 million and devote more than 20 kids they are not teach- shire—it will be a child in Oklahoma that amount equally to education and ing; all they are doing is managing debt reduction. That is why we sup- and a child in Connecticut competing chaos in most instances. The teacher ported the amendment of Senator with a child in Beijing, Moscow, South cannot teach; the kids cannot learn. BREAUX and Senator JEFFORDS to re- Africa, Paris, Berlin, and Australia. That is not a leap of logic; that is a That is the world in which they will duce the tax cut to provide funding for fact. Every parent knows it; every have to be able to compete. special education. teacher knows it. We do not need to do I suspect Connecticut is not different What we do this year with elemen- any studies; what we need is some re- from Oklahoma, Minnesota, or Lou- tary and secondary education will be sources to help poor communities isiana. When I go home every week and how we begin the 21st century, giving across the country and others to come this generation the tools it must have meet with the mayors or first-select up with some resources so they can re- to succeed as a generation and to also people—forget about meeting with the duce class size and attract good people perpetuate the vision and dream that superintendents of schools and the to the teaching profession. each generation has embraced over our PTAs—I say: Tell me what you think We talk about the administration more-than-200-year history. are the top priorities. I am going back that says we want to test teachers Funding is important. I happen to be- to Washington on Monday; what can I every year or every 2 years. I wonder, if lieve if elementary and secondary edu- do to help? I said we are going to test all lawyers cation is the top priority, then it ought The answer is: Special education. every 2 years or test all doctors every to be reflected in the funding. We know You guys promised 40 percent of the 2 years—how about testing every Sen- we need approximately $14 billion to cost of this. You mandated it basically. ator for 2 years? What other profession meet the 6 or 7 cents out of every dol- You said: We will come up with 40 per- do we mandate at the Federal level we lar the U.S. Government contributes to cent of the money for it. That was 25 are going to require testing every year? elementary and secondary education. years ago, and we have done about, at If the administration tries to write What resources will we devote to best, 11 percent. That money is not that into the bill, I will not vote for it title I, the most important title of the even included in the President’s budg- under any circumstance. That is puni- Elementary and Secondary Education et, although we force it down the tive. It doesn’t accomplish anything. It Act, the primary mechanism through throat of the administration. only creates great divisions within this which the Federal Government pro- Special education is critically impor- country. It isolated the teaching pro- vides resources to help low-income tant. Contrary to what some in the ad- fession. schools improve student achievement, ministration say: we as a nation can- There are ways of determining resources to pay for more teachers, not afford the increased funding for whether or not teachers are doing a new computers, curricula, and other re- education, the Democrats are saying good job. A lot of the States are doing forms? we can afford it if we really believe it a good job in making those evalua- According to a study published this is a top priority. tions. Test the new ones coming in and year: We are not talking about eliminating decide whether or not they can teach Whenever an inner city or poor rural the tax cut. We are saying make a at all and use some of the creative school is found to be achieving outstanding more modest tax cut and use some of methods developed to determine results with its students by improving inno- those resources for making education whether or not teachers are up to the vative strategies, these innovations are al- the top priority that most people think job. This rush to test everybody, every most invariably funded by title I. it ought to be. I believe it is a priority year, is not a model of form. The President’s budget provides for to help children and communities by We have asked for $14 billion, an in- an additional $42 billion for all edu- fully funding special education. I be- crease of the elementary and secondary cation programs over 10 years. That is lieve it should be a priority to provide education authorization. I don’t think approximately $4.2 billion a year out of children with afterschool programs to that is too much. I don’t think it is too a huge economy, and I will speak to enrich their lives. much to demand in the context of a that in a minute. At the same time, I have been willing to go along with $1.6 trillion tax cut. I know many col- the President’s budget includes a $1.6 the accountability standards. Some leagues on both sides of the aisle agree

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3813 with me. That is why I will offer an drain and the President claiming a bi- With my compliments to the Busi- amendment with Senator COLLINS of partisan achievement because a few ness Roundtable, this is the ad they Maine to authorize full funding for Democrats go along with something ran. It said under the picture of the title I grants to schools over the next that isn’t adequately funded, doesn’t bright-eyed optimistic and hopeful 10 years. Congress must go on record in provide for the true reforms that are children: making that, not a tax cut for the needed, and we end up doing some real Our Nation’s classrooms are America’s wealthy, a top national priority. That damage to kids, and then build a con- true futures market, where a commitment is why this education bill must include sensus that our public schools have today will yield individual and national pros- class size reduction funds. No one ques- failed for this country and you have to perity tomorrow. tions that smaller class sizes and bet- walk away from it. That is my fear of Let me repeat that: ter teachers result in better student what will happen down the road and we Our Nation’s classrooms are America’s achievement. That is why this edu- will look back to these days and rue true futures market, where a commitment cation bill must include school con- the fact we didn’t try to come together today— struction funds. with a truly compromised bill that re- Not next year, not 5 years from now, According to the GAO, the problem flected the attitudes of all people in but a commitment today— of inadequate, unsafe school facilities this Chamber and particularly the val- will yield individual and national pros- is a $112 million problem. The average ues and aspirations of the people we perity tomorrow. school student goes to a school built represent. I hope my colleagues can see the around the 1950s. There are issues far I yield the floor. faces of these children. What jumped from being resolved. They are not The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- out at me from the picture is the hope- being discussed in these negotiations. ator from Louisiana. fulness in these children’s eyes. They Come out to the floor, offer your Ms. LANDRIEU. I rise to add my look like children in every classroom amendment, and see what happens. voice to my distinguished colleague in Louisiana, with smiles on their You accept all of our provisions and we from Connecticut and to thank him for faces, with hands in the air, anxious to will have a jump ball over yours. his outstanding leadership. Senator answer questions presented by their What happened to bipartisanship? DODD and my staff have been enthu- teachers, with hope and optimism for How many times did I hear we would siastically involved in this particular the future. work things out? It is 50/50 here, almost debate. As a member of the committee, The debate we will have in this 50/50 in the House. I heard the Presi- he has been a tremendous voice for Chamber and with our colleagues in dent say over and over again: I want to education reform. I acknowledge the the House will determine whether work in a bipartisan fashion. Biparti- work Senator DODD has done with these children walk away with supplies sanship means you take my ideas and many of our colleagues on this issue or whether they walk away with heads we will see what happens to yours? and to say how much I agree with all of hung, shoulders stooped down, opportu- That may be enough for some people; it the points he has raised. I will join nities taken from them because we is not enough for me. with him in as many hours as it takes have made the wrong decisions on this This bill will not be voted on again through this week and the next week floor. for 5 or 6 years. For many, this may be to try to bring some of these points That is what this debate is about. the last time we get to express how home to our constituents and to the This budget is not just about numbers. public education at the elementary and country at large. It is not just about hard, cold facts. It secondary schools across the country I thank the Senator again for con- is not just about statistics. It is about ought to be dealt with. tinuing to keep Senators focused on hearts, minds, souls, and opportunities We took 2 weeks on campaign finance not only the increases in investments for our children and for our families reform. We took 2 weeks last year to that we need in education but the tar- and for this country. I am afraid if we name the Ronald Reagan National Air- gets of those investments to reach the don’t come to terms and make the best port. We can take a few weeks to try to children who need the most help, decisions we can, and good decisions get this right. The American people ex- whether in Connecticut, Louisiana, this week, these children and millions pect nothing less. I remember the days, Oklahoma, or other States, for whom and millions like them, and their par- not that many years ago, when an ele- we are fighting. I thank the Senator ents, are going to be sorely dis- mentary and secondary education bill for that. appointed. passed this Chamber by votes of 92–6, Mr. DODD. I thank my colleague, and Let me try to explain. One of the 96–4. Today we ought to try to achieve I admire her work. She has been at major debates we are preparing for is the same results and to truly work to these issues for a long number of years what kind of investment in education include these provisions which are nec- both in her home in Louisiana before should we be making. The President essary. she arrived in the Senate and as a has recommended what might seem to Democrats support real increases in Member of this body. be a lot of money. When we talk about proven programs. Yet the President, Ms. LANDRIEU. Let me follow up by billions and hundreds of millions of who says education is his top priority, making a few points. The President is dollars, those are large figures and peo- would provide inadequate increases, right about one thing. That is, simply ple’s eyes tend to glaze over because $4.2 billion each year over the next 10 throwing more money at the problems that sounds like a lot of money. We are years, in a budget where he advocates a facing our educational system in Amer- debating an underlying bill, a reau- $1.6 trillion tax cut. ica will do little to create the type of thorization of elementary and sec- We can do better than that. I know reform necessary to move America for- ondary education, that is going to fun- our colleagues agree with that conclu- ward in the new global economy. damentally change the way the Federal sion. That is why this education bill However, conversely what is true, Government helps local and State gov- must include construction funds, in- passing new mandates and new ac- ernment. clude class size reforms. countability and new standards and We are saying, instead of just sending We have to speak with a clear voice new goals for our students and our you money and crossing our fingers and build consensus. We are not there teachers and our communities, without and hoping for results, we are now yet. In my view, we ought to be. But we that important and strategic and sig- going to tie the resources in a real and are a long way from achieving the kind nificant new investment in education, meaningful way. When we give you of consensus that those who have been is a hollow and an empty promise. these moneys, we are going to expect out there suggest we are on the brink I call attention to a wonderful ad real performance, real excellence, and of; we are not. We may have to take that caught my attention a couple of there are going to be real consequences some time before this is resolved. weeks ago. It was put out by the Busi- for failure. Schools may have to be re- I intend to be heard on these mat- ness Leader Council. We do a lot of constructed, reorganized; principals ters. I don’t want to see a bill come up talking in this Chamber about budgets, and teachers may need to be removed which will turn into a mess out here taxes, futures trading, commodities and we may need to have a new leader- that allows these ideas to go down the trading, and economic issues. ship team come in. Students are to be

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3814 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 tested not once every few years but Federal level, people across the board— school diploma is necessary. What that every year. Teachers are going to be and I think this was across regions and translates to is really an 11th grade or held to higher standards because we be- economic income levels—suggest our 12th grade proficiency in math. Many lieve in excellence. We do not want to current investment level is not suffi- of these jobs are related to calcula- leave any child behind, and we want to cient to meet the challenges. tions, to making analytical decisions make sure that, whether you are in a Let me also share with you, from the based on plans and graphs, as you can poor rural area or a poor urban area or same poll, a question: Which is more imagine. in a wealthy urban area or wealthy important to you, holding down the Right now in our Nation, according rural area, that you have a chance, as size of government, providing needed to the latest data, only 30 percent of a child, to get an excellent education. services, or both? our eighth graders are functioning at We are also going to give local offi- Mr. President, 31 percent said ‘‘hold- the proficient level in math. Here is an cials more flexibility. We are not going ing down the size of government,’’ 62 industry in my State that could em- to micromanage from Washington any percent, ‘‘providing needed services.’’ ploy thousands of individuals, that longer. We are not going to specifically Does that mean the American public puts out applications daily for a vari- mandate that you have to cross every t supports sort of a runaway govern- ety of different jobs. The minimum re- and dot every i. We are going to be less ment? Obviously not. But do they sup- quirement is a high school education. focused on compliance and more fo- port a government that has efficient Part of that is functioning just at the cused on performance. programs and effective programs and proficient level—not outstanding, not I agree with the President that all of also makes investments in areas that the top 1 percent in the Nation, just at those things are important and that we matter to them—education being one the proficiency level for math. should change the way Washington of them? Absolutely. I have to stand here as a Senator and funds our elementary and secondary Let me show you the second chart look these industry people in the eye education system. But doing that and that shows what their priorities are. and tell them that we can only create yet not providing the money at a high This is what the American people said a school system that can, at best, give level for our schools to be able to do in the same poll. If given the chance, them 30 percent of the eighth graders that is an empty, hollow promise to how would you spend your money and who can fill out the application. This is our children and an unfunded mandate what are some of your most important not going to work. It is not going to of gigantic proportions to our local concerns? Education is at the top of work for Louisiana. It is not going to governments and to our States. the chart, 47 percent. The next closest work for Connecticut. It is not going to It would not be right. It is not what is 34 percent, Social Security and Medi- work for New York. It is simply not the American people want. It is not care, making sure the resources are going to work. And a budget that does what we should do. That is what this there to provide for Social Security not fund more science teachers, more debate is about. Yes, we want reform, and strengthen it, and provide, hope- math teachers, makes a real invest- but we must have the significant, his- fully, for reforms in the Medicare sys- ment to give those kids an oppor- toric, huge investments necessary to tem, and an expansion for prescription tunity, is not going to help them, their make those reforms work. drugs. Health care is important also, at families, or Avondale. Let me say to those who might say 29 percent. I know the last administration asked money doesn’t matter—yes, it does. I want to focus on this area—edu- me—it was a hard vote and I did it—to Testing costs money. Improving teach- cation. The President, when he was vote for 50,000 H–1B visas to bring in er quality costs money. Fixing leaky running for President, said it over and people from outside this Nation to fill roofs costs money. Buying textbooks over again: Let’s not leave any child jobs because we were not able to find and computers and training teachers behind. I agree with him. Many, many people in America to take these jobs. I and students costs money. You cannot people in this Chamber, both on the cast that vote, but I will tell you I just wish it. We can be more efficient. Republican and Democratic side, do. thought about that vote, because when We can spend our money more wisely. But that is just a slogan unless it is I cast that vote it allowed high-tech in- But in this year, in 2001, as we begin backed up with real dollars that actu- dustries and some industries such as this new century, it has to be a com- ally move children forward, that give Louisiana’s shipbuilders to be able to bination of new reforms and new in- them hope, that fulfill a promise for hire people from other nations. vestments. life to help them develop their skills I go home and drive through neigh- Let me share some interesting poll and their abilities. borhoods, walk through communities, numbers that came out because people Again the Business Roundtable said: sit and talk to young people who have might say: Senator, you feel this way, Our Nation’s classrooms are America’s been left out because we have not pro- but does anybody else feel this way? true futures market—where a commitment vided them the kind of education they Senator DODD feels this way, but does today will yield individual and national pros- need. They have to step aside and anyone else? perity tomorrow. watch someone from another country This is a Washington Post poll issued Let me share, for the record, a spe- walk past their door, fill out the appli- today. The question was very basic. It cific example from one of Louisiana’s cation, and take the job that they says, Is the Federal Government spend- industries, Avondale Industries. It is could have had if we had had a school ing too much, about right, or too little one of the largest employers in Lou- system that could have given them the for education? Mr. President, 60 per- isiana, an industry that I certainly try education necessary for the job. cent of the public says we are spending to help and support, that is building That is a tough thing for a Senator too little; 60 percent of Americans are some of the finest ships for our com- to have to do because I do not rep- saying we are spending too little at the mercial shippers as well as our na- resent any other country; I represent Federal level for education. Only about tional defense. It does a magnificent the United States, and I represent Lou- 24 percent say ‘‘about right’’ and 8 per- job, let me add. They are now part of isiana. I represent cities and commu- cent say ‘‘too much.’’ So 60 percent of the Northrop Grumman Corporation, nities where there are thousands of Americans. which is one of the five remaining fa- people who cannot pass 11th grade When we talk about at the State cilities left in this whole country capa- math because we will not put the re- level, Is your State government spend- ble of building large combat vessels. sources and the money where they need ing enough on education? Mr. Presi- My staff called them and asked them to be to give them the chance. Are they dent, 61 percent say the State govern- if they could send us some applications willing? Yes. But we have not done ments are spending too little on edu- for jobs that they might periodically what we need to do. cation. At the local level you can see put out to try to hire some of the indi- So my message to the President and that number drops fairly significantly viduals necessary for this work. These to my colleagues is, let’s do it while we because we are paying a greater por- positions range from electrical engi- can. Perhaps when we were running tion at the local level. neer to data entry clerk. But the one terrible deficits and running up large, This chart indicates to me that at requirement that comes through in all large bills, you could say: Look, we the State level, but particularly at the of these applications is that a high would love to do it but we simply can’t

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3815 afford it. We are running huge deficits. State’s future rests in large measure to, frankly, underscore the things that We can’t keep spending money we don’t on how our schools can function so are working. We don’t want to leave have. Money doesn’t grow on trees. We that every child in every part of our any child behind. That is President can’t tax people any more. So I am all State can get the quality education Bush’s comment. for that and when we have to cut back, that in some small way perhaps will When we get the chance to have an let’s do it. make up for what they do not always education bill brought here with our But now that we have a historic and get in their homes. friends, Senator KENNEDY, Senator significant surplus, now I am listening I don’t know what kind of miracle JEFFORDS, and others, we want to to people say: We have the surplus; we schools can achieve. I know schools make sure it is not just an empty have the money; it is sitting there in can’t do it without the parents. I know promise. I think she has fleshed this the bank, but we don’t want to spend it there is a limit to what schools can out. I thank her very much. on these children. We don’t want to contribute to a child if they are not In California, we test every year. It is spend it on them. They are not our fu- getting that support at home. But I am not a big deal. We have that reform in ture. We want to give a huge tax cut, tired of making excuses and hearing place. But if you test them and find and we don’t want to make any invest- excuses such as this kid can’t learn be- they are failing and you don’t have ments in education. cause this child only has one parent or anything in place to help them after I am not talking about the same kind this child can’t learn because this child school or during school to give them of investments for the same mediocre is poor or this child can’t learn because the smaller class sizes, to give them a results. We can’t keep doing it 3 per- this child is a special education stu- facility that feels good, looks good, and cent a year or 4 percent a year or 5 per- dent. is safe for them, they are not going to cent a year, which is what the Presi- I am here to tell you that every child improve. dent is recommending, and think we can learn, but it takes a good system When this education bill comes up, I are going to get a 50-percent increase and good investments from the Federal predict that the Senate will take that in results. It doesn’t work that way. Government, the State government, Bush bill and change it dramatically in We have to make an extraordinary and the local government working in terms of the resources we put behind commitment now and put our money partnership with parents. the rhetoric. There are two R’s. Usu- where our mouth is to reach the chil- I am about fed up with the excuses ally they say there are three R’s. But dren that we need to reach through our because I want to support trade and there is rhetoric here, then there is re- schools. Yes, reform our schools with globalization, and I want our busi- quirement. Those are the two R’s. The strong accountability standards nesses to have the workers they need. I rhetoric is fine. Let’s get the require- matched with a true investment and have to fight for children to have the ments in there so that we can meet the targeted to the kids who need it the opportunity. I urge our President to needs of our children. There is a third most. please work with us. Work with the R—results. That is what we want to do. We do a great job sometimes in Democrats. We don’t want to waste How much time do I have? Is there a Washington inventing new programs, money. We want to make a significant limit on time? and everything sounds great. And investment in education, coupled with The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under every year we invent about five, six, or accountability, new standards and ex- the previous order, there are 10 min- seven more programs. We need to get citing possibilities for our Nation. I utes per speaker, and the Democrats back to the basics and fund through el- most certainly want to work with him. have 40 minutes remaining. ementary and secondary education a I believe we can make a real difference Mrs. BOXER. I would like to know significant amount, if not tripling the in Louisiana and Texas and many when I have 1 minute remaining of my amount of money, for title I—flexible places throughout our Nation. 10 minutes. grants that go to places in Louisiana, In conclusion, I refer to the vision of The PRESIDING OFFICER. The New York, Connecticut, Alabama, New Lyndon Baines Johnson when we cre- Chair will notify the Senator. Mexico, or where the communities ated the Elementary and Secondary Mrs. BOXER. I thank the Chair. can’t raise the tax dollars because they Education Act—a vision that would f are relatively poor or have a limited make the dream of a quality education THE PRESIDENT’S BUDGET capacity. a reality for all children regardless of The Federal Government can hon- their race, their socioeconomic status, Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I have estly stand up and say, whether you or their gender. This is what America been amazed at the first 100 days of the are little girls in Oregon or you were is about. It is about opportunities. Bush administration in relation to the born into a poor, rural area or a poor In many ways, while education be- environment issue. When I say the en- urban area, it doesn’t matter because gins at home, it is most certainly en- vironment, I don’t just throw that we have a system at the Federal level hanced at the school level. We are word out. I am talking about air, I am that ensures, because of the way we shortchanging ourselves, short- talking about water, I am talking fund education, that the school you go changing our children, and short- about drinking water, I am talking to will help you pass and exceed that changing our future to do anything about parks, and I am talking about proficiency in math so that you can get less. cleaning up Superfund sites and a job and we don’t have to import I will end saying, again, I am going brownfield sites. The fact is, we have a someone from another country to take to be down here every day until we situation on our hands that is going to the job while you collect welfare or complete this debate, urging my col- be very dangerous for our people. while you have to live on food stamps leagues to push hard for a significant Why do I say that? I say that for a or while you tell your children they investment and targeting that invest- couple of reasons. First of all, we see cannot ever live in a home of their own ment to the schools and communities rollbacks on very important issues. We because you can’t bring home a pay- that need the most help, and also help- have all heard about the President check enough for you to be able to live ing all of our districts to achieve suc- backing off the pledge he made in the in a home of your own. cess in educational excellence. campaign to deal with CO2 emissions I am not going to say that as a Sen- I yield any remaining time. which cause major problems in air ator because the money is in the bank. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- quality. We know he has backed off The question is, Are we going to write ator from California is recognized. that. the check for the kids who need it or to Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, before We saw him evaluate a number of our schools, or are we going to squan- my colleague from Louisiana leaves rules that were put in place under the der the surplus and not make the in- the floor, I thank her so much for say- Clinton administration. The one that I vestments that we need? ing what the issue before us really is. cannot get over—there are a number; I I will come to the floor every single We all agree that we need to make chil- don’t have time to get into them—is day this week and next week, as long dren our No. 1 priority. We all agree the one dealing with arsenic. We know as it takes, because I know as a Sen- that there are things in our schools a few things about arsenic. It is unsafe ator from Louisiana, particularly, my that need to be improved, and we need at any level. We know for a fact that at

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3816 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 the current level of arsenic that is al- pened to people in a small town in Cali- They agreed to a huge settlement, one lowed in our drinking water, if you fornia when that particular water sys- of the biggest in history. Because of drink out of that water supply, 1 out of tem had an excess of chromium 6, the Environmental Protection Agency, 100 people will get cancer—not may get which is, by the way, very dangerous. the people got help. Chevron is going to cancer, not might get cancer, but will It is very lethal. By the way, there is help build and operate a health clinic get cancer. We know this to be the no Federal standard for chromium 6 in to take care of those people who expe- case. water. I have a bill that would place rience health problems. Yet this administration, in violation into law a Federal standard, but we EPA has the legal authority needed of the law, in my opinion—that will be hear silence from the Bush administra- to ensure that serious violations are tested in the courts—reversed the Clin- tion on that. Instead of looking at the stopped and that polluters are held ac- ton administration rule on arsenic to new threats, they are taking the old countable—which can help deter a com- reduce the parts per billion that would threats and making them more threat- pany from disregarding environmental be allowable, where the Clinton admin- ening, such as with arsenic, by rolling protections in the future. EPA’s legal istration had gone from 50 parts per back the laws. authority and resources are most often billion to 10 and he put us back at 50 When the American people know needed in cases like this one, where the parts per billion. about this, I think they are going to be issues are very serious and the com- Let me list some of the countries very upset. You should not have to be pany has substantial resources. It was that have a standard of 50 parts per bil- able to afford bottled water in this not until the Federal Government filed lion. I will give you an idea of the country to be safe. You should not have suit against Chevron that the company countries that allow 50 parts per billion to worry that your child is going to get agreed to comply with the law. of arsenic: Bahrain, Bangladesh, Bo- cancer as a result of drinking from the In another example, the United livia, China, Egypt, India, and Indo- water tap. States, including EPA, Department of nesia. That is an example. Oh, they say, it costs money to clean Interior, and Department of Commerce, Let me list some of the countries it up. As my kids would say when they as well as several California state that have the 10 parts per billion: Euro- were young: Dah. Yes, this is so. It agencies, reached settlement worth an pean Union, Japan, and Jordan. costs money to clean up an environ- estimated $1 billion with Aventis to I have to say that we owe our people mental problem. Do we have it? Yes, clean-up the Iron Mountain Mine lo- safe drinking water. If we owe them we do. Why not cap the tax refund peo- cated near Redding, CA, in October of nothing else, we can argue a lot of ple earning over $1 million will get? 2000. things, but the Federal Government Every year they earn $1 million. Cap needs to make sure that our people are their tax refund. Take the money and The State of California requested safe. clean up the water. Get the arsenic help from the Federal Government in What we have is a rollback on a num- out. Help the local people. this enormously complex case explain- ber of fronts. I am just talking about Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- ing that they had ‘‘exhausted all prac- the arsenic one today. There are oth- sent for 4 additional minutes. ticable enforcement action against the ers. I will save them for another day. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without potential defendants.’’ But in addition to this, in order to pay objection, it is so ordered. Prior to the settlement, this mine for his tax cut to the wealthiest people Mrs. BOXER. But, no, let’s look at discharged an average of one ton of who do not need it, those over $300,000 these priorities. The President wants toxic metals per day into the Upper and $400,000 a year, those over $1 mil- to bring an education bill to the floor. Sacramento River, a critical salmon lion, $2 million, or $1 billion a year, in My colleague from Massachusetts is spawning habitat and a central part of order to pay for that tax cut, some of our real leader in the Senate, and he is California’s water system. As recently those people are going to get back a going to talk about it. There are some as 5 years ago, the site dumped the million dollars a year. This President good ideas that have been carved out equivalent of 150 tanker cars full of has cut back environmental enforce- between the parties. There is not toxic metals into the Sacramento ment. enough money behind it. It is a false River during winter storms. At one Let’s take a look at the key cuts promise. point, workers had left a shovel at the that he has put in his budget. The En- A kid takes a test and fails the test. site in a green liquid flowing from the vironmental Protection Agency, a $500 What are you going to do for the kid? mine and it was half eaten away over million cut; the Interior Department, a You can test him every 6 months. Why night. $400 million cut. The clean energy and not test him every 2 months? What I have a photograph of a disposal nuclear contamination cleanup—you good is it if there is no one available to area on the site that gives you a feel have DICK CHENEY out there saying we help that child learn? So when the for just one part of the damage at this need more nuclear power. He has not President says, ‘‘Leave no child be- very large and complex site. even figured out a way to clean up the hind,’’ where is the beef? This site dumped approximately one nuclear waste we have. They have cut When you look at the environmental quarter of the total copper and zinc $700 million, and they want more nu- budget—and you have to remember the discharged into our nation’s water clear power, which is dangerous. There President stood in front of some beau- from industrial and municipal sources is a conservation program in the Agri- tiful lakes and streams and rivers and throughout the United States. culture Department. They cut that $300 said he was an environmentalist—how million. So we see a total of $1.9 billion can we have prosperity when our envi- This case is another good example of in cuts to pay for a tax cut that favors ronment is dirty? Yet we look at the the kind of cases a strong EPA enforce- the top 1 percent, leaving out 99 per- budget, which includes the priorities of ment program is needed for—sites that cent of the people. this President, and you see nothing but are large, that can overwhelm State What does that really mean? What destruction. programs, even in a State with a well does it mean when you cut environ- I have seen it happen in California in developed and active environmental mental enforcement? Let me get into El Segundo. We had a refinery that was program like California, and sites with that. It is very serious. What happens releasing air pollution that aggravated very large corporate interests involved. is, we are going to see fewer inspectors very badly those suffering from asth- When you take a close look at EPA’s out in the field and fewer technical ex- ma. People were very sick. There was a past enforcement efforts you see who ports on the ground. We are going to lawsuit that was brought. EPA sup- benefits from cuts in enforcement. Se- see that the Federal Government will ported it. Why? They had enforcement rious polluters can take big hits to no longer be able to be a watchdog for capability. their pocketbooks when they are some of the most serious threats to Chevron’s own records show that it caught. A cut in enforcement is worth public health and the environment. simply did not use the pollution con- a great deal to these violators, but en- I want to give examples because peo- trol technology that was required. forcement cuts come at the expense of ple have seen the movie ‘‘Erin There was not any new innovative public health and safety as well as the Brockovich.’’ We all saw what hap- technology. It was already approved. environment.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3817 The President’s proposed budget cuts campaign promise 2 years ago because for the President of the United States, the heart out of agricultural conserva- Steve Forbes was in a debate with but also that it is a high priority for tion programs, like the Wetland Re- George Bush and said: I am for this $1.4 every family in this country, and cer- serve Program which is eliminated— trillion tax cut. Times have changed. tainly among the highest priorities for cut from $162 million in fiscal year 2001 The economy has turned around since those of us on this side of the aisle. to $0 in fiscal year 2002. This program George Bush has become President. We We welcome the fact that we have a was first authorized in 1990, during the have problems. People are not opti- President who has placed education at first Bush administration, to provide mistic about the future of this country. the top of his agenda. Eight years ago long term protection for wetlands. What does that mean? It means that when the Democrats lost control of the The President has collected an in- a sensible person—this is my view— Senate, one of the first actions the Re- credible assortment of cuts in environ- would sit back and say: I want to do publicans took was to rescind some of mental protection—all sources for the this, and it is on my agenda, but maybe the funding of elementary and sec- tax cut that fails to take into account I can’t do it all at once. Maybe I will ondary education. We also fought the priorities of the American people, cut it in half. Maybe I am going to in- against attempts by our Republican like conservation and environmental vest in the people, invest in children, friends to abolish the Department of protection. Before deciding on what the so that we have an afterschool program Education. But that was then and this ‘‘right size’’ of the tax cut should be, for every child, so that we have safe is now. We welcome the opportunity to the President should consider the im- drinking water for every child, so that find common ground so we can move pacts of these cuts. California provides we know people are not going to get ahead and make a difference for the some valuable examples of the con- sick from air pollution. children in this country and for the servation benefits we will lose if the We talk about our kids. Every one of families across the Nation. President’s budget cuts are imple- us cares about kids. That is one of the As we start off our debate on this mented. reasons we are Senators. Do you know issue, we have to understand the im- The Wetland Reserve Program in the leading cause of admissions in hos- portance of preparing a child to learn, California has helped restore a portion pitals for children is asthma? They even prior to the time they enroll in el- of the 4.5 million acres of wetlands lost miss school. So you have to connect ementary school. This is an area of to agricultural conversion and develop- the dots. If you take out massive sums very considerable interest on both ment in our State. In addition to pro- of money that you are going to trans- sides of the aisle. viding habitat for migratory birds, fer to the top 1 percent of income earn- Our colleague from Connecticut, Sen- other wetlands restoration benefits in- ers, forgetting 99 percent—everyone ator DODD, has been a leader on these clude improvement of water quality, else—really, you have given 43 percent children’s issues. Senator JEFFORDS flood control, sediment abatement and of the tax cut to the people in the high- has made this a special area of concern. recharge of groundwater. California is est income, and then you say you do And Senator STEVENS has been very in- the primary path of the ‘‘Pacific not have any money to enforce the volved in early intervention for chil- Flyway’’—approximately 20 percent of Clean Air Act or the Clean Water Act. dren. It is enormously important to all waterfowl pass through California’s You roll back the laws on arsenic. You continue to ensure a national commit- Central Valley. At the present time, take away the money to clean up nu- ment to have the nation’s children the federal Wetland’s Reserve Program, clear contamination, while you are ready to learn, as we did and as the zeroed out in the President’s budget, is calling for more nuclear plants. You Governors did in Charlottesville some the largest wetland protection program bring out an education bill that is so years ago. in California. short of money that it is an empty I am hopeful we will be able to do More than 60,000 acres to date have promise and an unfunded mandate for that in a bipartisan way in Congress been protected in this program in Cali- our States. It is an unfunded mandate with solid legislation. We still have a fornia. There are more than 100 appli- because we are forcing them to test, ways to go, but we have made progress. cants on a waiting list to protect and and yet we do not have enough to help We also have to understand the very restore their agricultural lands. One of those children. serious and significant gap that still the strongest parts of the program are Connect the dots. If you build a budg- exists with regard to preparing chil- the partnerships with not-for-profit or- et around an unrealistic, dangerous tax dren for grades K through 12th. ganizations like California Waterfowl cut, it is going to take us back to defi- We are still falling behind. We fund and the Nature Conservancy, as well as cits. You are not going to be able to Early Start programs at approximately the private landowners themselves. pay down the debt. You are not going 10 percent for the earliest types of I have a photograph of one of the suc- to be able to do the basics for our chil- intervention. And for programs from cessful restorations accomplished by a dren. You are not going to be able to birth to 3 years of age, we are down to conservation easement under the Wet- clean up the environment. And you either 2 or 3 percent. This is an area of land Reserve Program. The site is in have a problem. It is no wonder this enormous importance. We are trying to Colusa County, CA and was enrolled in economy is a little at sea, because this help many children across the nation the Conservation Reserve Program in budget does not add up and it does not with this program. Hopefully, it will 1992. It is approximately 195 acres of make sense. make a difference. seasonal wetlands that provides both Mr. President. I yield the floor. winter and brood habitat for migrating The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Unfortunately there are going to be and nesting waterfowl, shorebirds, mi- ator from Massachusetts. many children who will still fall through the cracks unless we come gratory songbirds, and other wildlife. f This easement is part of a 1,000-acre back to revisit public policy and re- complex of wetlands and upland nest- THE ELEMENTARY AND sources for early intervention pro- ing habitat adjacent to the Sacramento SECONDARY EDUCATION ACT grams. River and lies in the middle of the larg- Mr. KENNEDY. Mr. President, I It is all part of a mosaic. We must est migratory waterfowl corridor in would like to spend a few moments this give our full attention to these efforts North America. It is owned by the Au- afternoon to bring our colleagues up to which are extremely important in pre- dubon Society and acts as a sanctuary date on where we are on the Elemen- paring children for elementary school. for wildlife. tary and Secondary Education legisla- I was disappointed that the adminis- Given the value and community sup- tion. Over these past 2 weeks we have tration zeroed out a very modest down- port for agriculture conservation pro- had an ongoing exchange of ideas and payment in the Early Child Develop- grams, I simply cannot see how the views with the administration and our ment Program that had bipartisan sup- President can justify eliminating these colleagues. We have been trying to con- port in the 106th Congress from Sen- kinds of programs to increase his tax tinue to find common ground and to ator STEVENS, Senator JEFFORDS, Sen- cut. make important progress. ator DODD, Senator KERRY, many oth- Mr. President, let me sum up. We We are very much aware that this is ers on the Health Education Labor and have a tax cut that was pledged as a an issue that is not only a high priority Pensions Committee, and myself.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3818 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 We have reached some very impor- formation about how well their schools increase of $669 million, which is only a tant agreements on the reauthoriza- are doing. 3.5 percent increase. tion of the Elementary and Secondary We are working to ensure that the Even with their willingness to go Education Act, however, differences Class Size Reduction Program is con- higher, it does not come close to the over funding remain. We are in the tinued so children can get the indi- increases in 2001. This recognizes that process of negotiating language for the vidual attention they need to succeed. we are only reaching one-third of all of legislation, and I expect that the ear- We are working to continue the the children who are disadvantaged or liest we could have this legislation is School Renovation Program so commu- eligible under the Title I program. late Wednesday or Thursday. nities can ensure children are learning Look at the appropriations for the Money is not the answer to every- in safe, modern school buildings. Department of Education. In 2001 there thing, but it is a pretty good indication We hope we can address all these was an 18.2 percent increase, $6.5 bil- of the Nation’s priorities. issues and come to a bipartisan con- lion. The Bush budget for all the edu- Under the President’s bill, there is a sensus on them. cation, is increased by 5.9 percent or reduction in resources of $69 billion for We must also know that reforms $2.5 billion. the Nation. However, we will only see minus resources equals failure. You The Department of Education over an extremely modest, somewhat less cannot say education is your top pri- the period of the last 5 years shows a than $3 billion, increase in the funding ority and not put enough resources in 12.8-percent increase in resources. How- for programs which are targeted on the the budget to do the job. ever the proposed budget starts with a neediest children in this country. It is We are disappointed in the Presi- 5.9-percent increase in the Department that kind of disparity which is of con- dent’s budget. According to OMB, of Education. siderable trouble to many of us. President Bush’s budget contains only This is a time with record surpluses, We agree that every child should be a $669 million increase next year for el- when we are going to give back $69 bil- tested each year in grades three ementary and secondary education pro- lion in tax reductions. There is a great through eight—not as a punishment, grams. That is an increase of one-fifth deal of talk about investing in edu- but so parents and educators know of one percent of what we are spending cation, but we are still not putting in where every child stands and what on our public schools today at the na- the resources. This chart is the State of Texas edu- more needs to be done to help them im- tional, State, and local levels; we are cation equation. It shows that from prove and achieve their full potential. spending $350 billion a year. 1994 to 2002, school funding went from We agree to create tough standards Testing and accountability are im- $16.9 billion to $27.5 billion, a 57-per- for schools and hold them accountable portant, but they are only the meas- cent increase under Governor Bush. In- for improving student achievement. ures of reform, they are not reform terestingly, we see an alarming in- We agree that where schools fail, themselves. crease in student achievement, from 56- bold steps are necessary to turn them Investment without accountability is percent of the students performing at a around, including requiring alternative a waste of money, but accountability proficient level on the State test in without investment is a waste of time. governance arrangements. 1994 to 80-percent of students per- We agree parents deserve more public We need the resources to make sure forming at a proficient level in 2000— school options to ensure their children that slick, easy, and quick tests that showing you cannot educate on the have mostly multiple choice questions get a quality education. cheap. We agree that literacy programs and which cost $3 or $4 will not be de- The next chart shows the difference should be expanded so every child veloped. We want to make sure we have between the proposal the Democrats learns to read well in the early years. a quality teacher teaching a quality support and the Bush budget. We know We share these priorities with Presi- curriculum to a quality test. That there are 10,000 failing schools that dent Bush and believe these reforms takes investment. need to be turned around. The best es- will make a difference in our commu- It is not just the money, it is the re- timate is that it costs $180,000 to turn nities. sources to do the job: well-qualified around a school. There are 57 different, We are still working on how to in- teachers, thoughtful tests, good cur- accepted, scientifically evaluated ways crease the flexibility while maintain- riculum, the examination of the tests in which schools can be restructured ing targeting and accountability. It is and reporting back in a timely way. and organized that have been found to important that any additional flexi- At the current time, we are meeting have been successful. Taking 10,000 bility is tied to strong accountability, only about 20 to 22 percent of the sup- schools and $180,000—that is, $1.8 bil- and strong targeting to the neediest plementary services that are necessary lion—to turn around the schools that communities. We want to ensure that for children. If we are not going to we know are in need. With the other States and school districts do not ig- have a significant increase in re- proposal, effectively, we are leaving nore the children who need our help sources, we are not going to be able to 7,556 schools behind. the most. provide the good quality supple- We know what needs to be done. We We are also working hard to increase mentary services for those children know we have failing schools, and we accountability and support for teach- who need them. have ways of turning them around. We ers. States and districts should be held We know with a very modest in- know we have unqualified teachers, accountable for putting qualified crease—about $1 billion—we could pro- and we know what needs to be done to teachers in every classroom, particu- vide 1.6 million children with quality make them qualified. We know we have larly in the neediest schools. They supplemental after-school academic op- an inadequate curriculum, and we should also have to provide profes- portunities. Even if you take what was know what needs to be done to sional development and mentoring sup- paid last year and adding about $850 strengthen curriculum. We understand port for teachers so that teachers can million this year, we are still only what will benefit the children and the make these new tough reforms work. reaching about a third of all latchkey teachers and we know how to strength- We are also working to ensure that children, ages 8 to 13, who go home en their needs with supplementary after-school programs are expanded so alone in the afternoon. services. that more children have the oppor- Resources are important because If we don’t have the supplementary tunity to catch up with their school- they are translated into substantive services, trained teachers, effective work if they have fallen behind. issues that make a difference in ad- tests, modern and safe schools, and We are working to ensure parent in- vancing the quality of education for smaller class sizes, then we are failing volvement and that parent involve- children. ourselves. We fail ourselves when we ment is a cornerstone for all the new This chart compares the investments fail to provide the resources to ensure reforms. in ESEA programs for fiscal year 2001 the nation’s children with a sound edu- We are working to ensure schools and to the Administration’s 2002 proposal. cation. districts and States are held account- In 2001, funding for ESEA programs in- Finally, I hope during this debate we able to the public through mandatory creased by $3.6 billion or a 24.2 percent. have some discussion about the issue of report cards that include important in- This Administration has requested an IDEA. Full funding for IDEA will help

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3819 immeasurably in allowing special to implement them. These reforms are cational fraud on our children, our needs children to get additional re- producing results. teachers, and our country. sources. We often only focus on the negative The Bush plan orders more testing I hope we can move ahead with ESEA side of the ledger about how much we while providing only half the funds and get the commitment of essential still have to do. I give some credit to needed to design and implement these resources to meet these important the children and the young people, our tests. What would this mean to the needs. In doing the job, we need to give students, and their parents, and espe- State of New York, for example? It children across the nation the best op- cially their teachers, because we have would mean that of the $16 million that portunities which we all understand seen progress. Reading and math scores is estimated to have to be spent to they deserve. for fourth graders in our highest pov- comply with these new Federal require- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. erty school districts have improved by ments, our State would only get $8 mil- BROWNBACK). The Senator from Min- nearly a grade level from 1994 to today. lion. So we would have to find 8 million nesota. SAT scores are on the rise. More stu- more dollars, take it out of something Mr. WELLSTONE. I ask unanimous dents than ever are attending college. else—from hard-pressed school dis- consent that Senator CLINTON speak We cannot rest there. We know there tricts, from teacher pay, from what- next for 15 minutes and I be allowed to is still far more to be done. We have ever other important objective we are speak after for 10 minutes, and the Re- too many children, particularly in our already trying to meet. We should not publicans then be allowed to have the underserved urban and rural districts, be passing on an unfunded mandate to time they need to respond. who are not reading at grade level. We our States. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without have too many children being taught If it is a national priority, if it is a objection, it is so ordered. by uncertified teachers, in overcrowded priority for this administration to The Senator from New York is recog- classrooms, in crumbling school build- order these tests, then the Federal nized. ings. We cannot stand by idly while Government ought to pay for these Mrs. CLINTON. Mr. President, I these conditions persist. The issue is, tests and make sure that, as the Sen- thank my distinguished colleague from what is the best way to address them? ator from Massachusetts pointed out, Minnesota. I associate myself with the How better can we equip parents, they are good tests; they are quality remarks of the education Senator from teachers, communities, and our stu- tests; they are not just make-work Massachusetts who so eloquently laid dents to meet the tests of the 21st cen- kinds of tests. out our dilemma, the dilemma that tury? Passing tough new accountability will be occupying the Senate as we I applaud President Bush for calling standards without the resources to move forward on this very important for greater accountability. I agree with help our schools and students is similar debate. him on the importance of that. I was to handing out thermometers in the People always talk about important among the very first in our Nation, in midst of an epidemic. The thermom- debates, but it is fair to say as we de- Arkansas in the early 1980s, to call for eters certainly can tell us that there bate, we will set educational policy for the testing of students and the testing are a lot of sick people, but they do ab- our Nation for the next 7 years. There of teachers because I believed then we solutely nothing to help people get bet- is hardly a subject we can think of that had to know what we didn’t know in ter. Unfortunately, the administra- will have more direct impact on our order to make progress. We couldn’t tion’s proposal has plenty of thermom- families, on our communities, on our just pretend that everything was fine eters but precious little medicine to economy, and especially on our chil- and engage in social promotion and not help our schools improve. The adminis- dren. We are setting the stage for de- face up to the fact that we had children tration has not even yet committed to termining how much we as a nation graduating from high school who providing the Federal funds necessary will do to make good on the promise of couldn’t read a job application. We had to marry accountability with student a quality education for all children, teachers who had been themselves achievement. and particularly for our country’s passed through the education system We already know that despite the neediest children. who were unprepared to teach the sub- rhetoric, this is not an increase of I first became involved in education stance of what it was they were as- more than 11 percent; it is only 5.9 per- reform back in 1983 with the issuance signed to teach. cent because the administration tried of the report called ‘‘A Nation at Accountability is key, to me. I have to count money that had been appro- Risk,’’ which was issued under Presi- been a strong supporter of that. In fact, priated last year. We are glad to have dent Reagan’s watch. Many took that I welcome the Republicans and I wel- that money, but let’s have honest ac- call to action very much to heart that come the Bush administration which counting about how much more money we were a nation at risk. We began has gone forward with accountability is going in. A 5.9-percent increase bare- looking for ways to improve education, measures that are like the measures ly keeps up with inflation and popu- to provide more resources to provide Democrats have proposed for several lation increases. more accountability measures. We years. Many on the other side of the What also does it mean on the school have made progress over those last aisle resisted such approaches for many level? Let’s focus and ask ourselves: If years. years. In fact, they wanted to abolish we pass this accountability measure, When the Elementary and Secondary the Department of Education. So I ap- and everybody goes home, pats them- Education Act was last reauthorized in plaud my colleagues on the Republican selves on the back, there is a big press 1994, we sent a strong signal that al- side for the progress they have made in conference, and a big signing cere- though education was absolutely a moving toward a common recognition mony, what have we really done to matter of local concern, it had to be a that this is a national priority that help the districts such as the ones I national priority; that we all had to must be beyond politics and partisan- worry about in the State of New York? recognize we were failing our children ship. In New York City, for example, we by not providing adequate educational The accountability that is in the bill are facing a severe teacher shortage. resources and by not expecting them to that is proposed would ask that we test The city will need to hire approxi- do the very best they could do. We put our children every year from third to mately 40,000—that is right, 40,000— a high priority on academic standards, eighth grade. That is designed to en- teachers over the next 4 years. In addi- and we worked to help teachers and ad- sure that they are meeting high stand- tion, the district is under a court order ministrators, parents, and commu- ards. But here is where the rubber real- to place those certified teachers it nities improve education. ly hits the road. If all we do is order hires in the lowest performing schools. The results of this strong Federal re- more tests, if we do not combine those That makes sense because right now sponse to local and State educational tests with the resources that are need- we have uncertified teachers, ill demands has been heartening. Mr. ed to help the children who have been equipped to teach, teaching the chil- President, 49 States plus the District of left behind, then we will have, at best, dren who need the best teachers. So the Columbia and Puerto Rico have devel- a hollow victory and I believe, worse idea, which is a good idea, is let’s put oped State standards and are working than that, we will have committed edu- the certified teachers in the schools

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We now wealthy whose children already attend ready overcrowded; those are the have teachers in New York who are fed- schools that have all the computers, all schools that are crumbling; those are erally funded who are helping to lower the bells and whistles, all the extra the schools that hardly have a book in class size. We have already seen posi- help they could possibly have. the library; those are the schools with- tive results from the school achieve- Let’s, instead, take a moment and out the computers connected by the ca- ment scores. step back. I hear a lot about the great- bles they need to be able to be func- We also know that construction fund- est generation. My parents were part of tional, let alone to be accessible to the ing to help schools repair their build- the greatest generation, the World War Internet. ings and modernize them and even con- II generation. I think they probably We cannot in good conscience de- struct the buildings they need is very have to take a second seat to the great- mand that school districts hire cer- necessary. These two important pro- est generation being the Founders of tified teachers without providing the grams, class size reduction and school our Country. But there is no argument resources to help these hard-pressed construction, are eliminated for all that those who survived the Depres- districts recruit and retain these purposes in the Bush administration sion, won World War II, and set the teachers. And we have to do more to proposal. I say this is a mistake, and I stage for winning the cold war, were make these schools attractive to cer- ask the administration, with all re- among the greatest if they were not tified teachers. spect, to please reconsider this deci- the greatest generation our country Answer me, why you would go into a sion. has ever seen. very difficult school to teach children The administration says that reduc- We have been living off the invest- who are under lots of stress at home ing class size with Federal dollars and ments and sacrifices of our parents and and in their neighborhoods if the helping to construct and repair schools our grandparents for more than 50 school is not well equipped to give you are not Federal responsibilities. I know years. My father, who is a rock-ribbed the resources you need to try to do a they are not totally Federal respon- Republican, voted for higher school good job with those children? sibilities, but I do not think in today’s taxes because he knew the education of I will be working with colleagues on world they are also solely local respon- his children depended upon good both sides of the aisle to introduce a sibilities. The districts that need the schools. We invested in the Interstate bipartisan teacher recruitment amend- help the most are not the districts like Highway System. We set a goal to send ment. We all know if we do not place the one I live in where, with very high a man to the Moon. We had big dreams, the recruitment of our teachers at the property taxes from affluent people, and we worked to fulfill those dreams. top of our national agenda we will have the children have everything they Today, at the beginning of this new school districts that are barely able to could possibly dream of. But in so century, it is up to us to make the de- open their doors in the next couple of many districts, suburban taxpayers cisions, the hard decisions to invest in years. We will be asking people lit- cannot pay another penny to fix their our children’s education. And shame on erally to come off the streets and start schools and do what is necessary to us if we do not make the right deci- teaching because we will not have the have up-to-date labs. In many rural sions. We can pass a bill that is filled teachers we need. I meet people all the districts they do not have the tax base with testing and sounds good but 10 time who want to be teachers, but they to do that, and in many urban districts years from now we will still have chil- will not, they cannot, and they should they don’t have the dollars because dren in overcrowded classrooms and not work under the conditions under they don’t get their fair allocation crumbling buildings who are being de- which many of our teachers are asked from the State, and they cannot tax prived of certified, qualified teachers, to function. themselves to be able to meet the and we will wonder what went wrong. I am also concerned about the pro- needs of children for whom English is Let’s instead be sensible about the posal the President includes called not their first language, who come to best practices that we know work. We Straight A’s. This is a demonstration school with undiagnosed mental ill- have research. We have practical expe- project that would give 7 States and 25 nesses, who live in a system of depriva- rience. We know what needs to be done. school districts the chance to block tion and violence and who cannot per- The issue is, do we have the political grant Federal dollars. People are often form at the same level as the children will to make those decisions? talking about how important it is to in my district. I support working hand in hand with give authority back to the States, and Let’s have a shared responsibility. the administration in a bipartisan way, I agree with that in most instances. That was the whole idea behind the with the parents and teachers and com- But we know from years of education Class Size Reduction Initiative and munity leaders of our country, to make research that block granting funds— School Construction Initiative. If edu- education a real national priority. But which means taking the Federal dol- cation is to be a national priority, let’s I cannot—I could not—support a bill lars and sending them to the State cap- invest in what we know works—and we that is a hollow, empty promise. itol—means that those dollars do not know reducing class size and providing Let’s do both. Let’s increase account- get to the students and the schools good facilities actually works—to ability so we get better results by mak- that need them the most in the amount make for better education. ing sure we have the resources to hold that they should. They get siphoned off I hope we will continue in the spirit our children and our teachers account- in the bureaucracy of the State capitol. that we began in the education com- able. If we do that, then we will be set- They get sent to other places that do mittee as we marked up this bill, in the ting the stage to leave no child behind. not need them but, for political pur- negotiations that are currently ongo- If we do any less, then I think we have poses, have the influence to get them. ing with the administration. But I am missed a historic opportunity. We should be targeting those hard- very concerned that this particular Mr. WELLSTONE. Mr. President, earned Federal dollars to those school proposal falls way short of what we could I ask the Senator one or two districts and those students who are so need to be doing. It falls short for a quick questions? far behind. very simple reason. The administration The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Right now in New York we know, be- would rather invest in a large, fiscally ator from Minnesota. cause of a court decision, that the chil- irresponsible tax cut than in the edu- Mr. WELLSTONE. I have been very dren in New York City do not get their cation of our children and particularly moved by what she said. On the ques- fair share of education funding. So we those who are most needy in rural and tion of accountability and then the should do everything possible to get urban districts. whole issue of unfunded mandates, one

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argument I heard the Senator make every 2 weeks. For the last 101⁄2 years I could not agree more with the sec- was we have to provide the funding for there has been concern about the test- ond point the Senator made. Those of the actual tests to make sure these are ing, especially standardized tests; peo- us who have been parents read to our high quality, which means we should ple have to kind of teach within a children. We take them to museums. not confuse accountability, testing, straightjacket. But what about the We get them a library card. We mon- and standardized tests as being one and issue? I ask the Senator from New itor their television. We worry about the same thing; is that correct? York because this is also, I think, part any kind of childcare arrangements. Mrs. CLINTON. Yes, it is. of her passion and part of her work. I We know those early years make a dif- Mr. WELLSTONE. The second point I hear a lot about two other things: The ference. Why don’t we make a commit- want to make and I want to be sure we IDEA program, which isn’t within ment based on the resources we now are clear about is that it would also be ESEA, but it seems to me that we have have about the brain to do more to pro- an unfunded mandate, even if you pro- to be very clear with some kind of trig- vide quality preschool opportunities vided the funding for the administra- ger amount so that testing doesn’t both at home and outside the home so tion of the testing, without the invest- take its place unless we fully fund that more children can come to school ment in our children and our schools to IDEA, because that is really a threat ready to learn? That might be the very make sure each and every child had the and a strain that a lot of districts feel. best investment we could make in same chance to achieve and do well in The other one is prekindergarten. terms of long-term academic success. these tests. Then I tried to remember With all due respect, I want to get Mr. WELLSTONE. I thank the Sen- what you described it as. You said it the Senator’s opinion. If we start test- ator from New York. was hollow, and you said it would be an ing kids at age 8, I might argue at age In the time I have remaining, I would educational fraud. That is fairly strong 12 or 13, ‘‘Schools, what have you like to make the point that I think language. I will put the Senator on the done?’’ But at age 8, I would argue that this is truly a matter of values and spot, but could I ask her why she feels much more of what will explain how truly a matter of priorities. Either we so strongly about this point? that child is doing is what happened to are going to be talking about close to Mrs. CLINTON. Certainly. My feel- the child before kindergarten. Where is $2 trillion in tax cuts—most of it Robin ings go back many years. As the Sen- the administration, if the administra- Hood in reverse. Again, if somebody tion is going to talk about leaving no ator knows, children have been my pas- wants to prove me wrong, about 40 per- child behind? Where is the community sion for more than 30 years. I have cent of the benefits go to the top 1 per- in early childhood development to worked on improving and reforming cent of the population. education for nearly 20 years. I know make sure that these children are kin- Any day of the year, I would stake how difficult it is, today, to try to help dergarten ready? Shouldn’t that all fit my reputation back in Minnesota on many of our children achieve edu- within what is defined as reform? being able to say, as opposed to those Mrs. CLINTON. I think my colleague cational competence. Robin-Hood-in-reverse tax cuts, that I is absolutely right, because if we are The reason for that is that we are not am going to be a Senator from Min- looking at the comprehensive reform, living in the same world in which the nesota who is going to insist that if we we cannot leave out the funding of Senator and I grew up. It is harder to are going to say a piece of education IDEA. We can’t leave out doing some- teach our children. Our children come legislation is the best, we had better to school with more problems and more thing to help parents understand their make it the best for our children. That stress. They are exposed to many more obligations to be a child’s first teacher means there is a commitment to mak- things than we ever faced. and provide quality preschool. We have to understand that if we I hear so much about the IDEA pro- ing sure kids are kindergarten ready. don’t really provide the resources to gram, otherwise known as the special That means we live up to our commit- reach the children as they are today, education program. I hear it mostly in ment to fully funding the program for not as we wish they would be, not as we suburban districts, interestingly children with special needs, which is thought they were back when I was sit- enough, because suburban districts getting to the 40-percent level and not ting there with my hands folded and have activist parents and they know the 14-percent level. That means we listening to every word, but as they are the law. The law is that we have to pro- ought to be moving toward fully fund- today with all the other pressures that vide an education for every child. And ing the title I program for kids who are on families and children, then we I support that law. It was the first come from disadvantaged backgrounds. are not going to have the results and project I ever did for the Children’s De- That means we ought to be funding the kind of achievement to which the fense Fund. I went door to door in com- afterschool programs and we ought to Senator from Minnesota is referring. munities back in—I hate to say—1973 be talking about teacher recruitment. But there is no reason we have to to find out where the children were be- We ought to be talking about how we make this choice. It is not an either/or cause they weren’t in school. We found can provide the supportive services. choice. We have the resources to assist a lot of children with disabilities who I say to Senators, Democrats and Re- our local districts so they do not have were being kept out of school. publicans alike, that you will rue the to reach any deeper. Many of the dis- I am a 100-percent supporter of day you voted for a piece of legislation tricts from my State can’t afford to mainstreaming our children and giving that mandated that every school and raise their property taxes any more. every child a chance. But we are bank- every school district in your State I was on Long Island last night talk- rupting a lot of our suburban school every single year had to have tests, ing to a group of about 1,000 people. I districts. We are saying you have to starting as young as age 8 and going to explained to them, if we have this large provide special treatment and edu- age 13, and you did not at the same Federal income tax cut, and then we cation for children who need it and de- time vote to provide the resources so have these unfunded mandates for edu- serve it. If that means you have to shut that those teachers and those schools cation, where is the rubber going to hit down the band program or only have and those school districts and, most the road? It is going to hit the road in one physics session or do away with important of all, the children had the the local property tax levies. art, that is the tough choice to make. tools so they could succeed and do well. I would rather be, I am sure, part of The Federal Government said in the I will tell you something. I hope my an administration that gets to take 1970s that you have to provide this edu- colleagues on the Democratic side will credit for cutting income taxes than cation. Furthermore, it is not only, as draw the line on this question. It seems the poor souls down at the local level our colleague TOM HARKIN likes to say, to me that before we proceed to this having to vote to raise property taxes a Federal mandate, but it is a constitu- kind of legislation, before we talk in order to meet the mandates they tional mandate to provide this quality about a piece of legislation as being re- have put on them. I think we should education. The Federal Government is form, we should say we want to make not be raising false hopes. We should be going to tell districts they have to pro- sure there is a commitment of re- looking at how we help every child be vide special education. Where is the sources. Before we have this mandate successful. full funding so suburban districts and on all of our States and all of our Mr. WELLSTONE. When I go back to all other districts can try to keep up schools, we ought to make sure we Minnesota, I try to be in the schools with their expenses? have provided the funding. If we can’t

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3822 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 do that, then this becomes very hollow. says education is his No. 1 priority, and cated, our country’s economy to grow If we can’t do that, then this piece of it is a tin cup budget. How are you and provide expanded opportunities for legislation I believe does nothing but going to realize the goal of leaving no people. set up the schools and the kids and the child behind on a tin cup budget? At In this debate, we are going to talk a teachers for failure. the moment, I agree with Senator lot about what is wrong with edu- My colleague was saying get it down CLINTON. I think it is an educational cation. That, I guess, is the nature of to the school level. I sometimes think fraud bill. Without the resources to things in this country. We talk about what we have been doing has a sense of back the rhetoric, it becomes nothing what is wrong and how we will fix it. unreality to it. If you go down in the more than symbolic politics with chil- We almost never catch our breath to trenches, and especially it you go to dren’s lives. talk about what is right. In fact, when the schools, a lot of the inner-city I will oppose it with all of my might you listen to people talk about what is neighborhoods and rural areas, you until we get resources to invest in our wrong with education in America, you have kids on free or reduced lunch pro- children—all of our children. wonder how on Earth this country be- grams. You have homes where some- I yield the floor and suggest the ab- came what it has become. times they have to move two or three sence of a quorum. Anyone who has done any traveling times a year. You have schools that are The PRESIDING OFFICER. The throughout the world understands crumbling, schools that don’t have the clerk will call the roll. there is not any other country like resources, schools that don’t have the The bill clerk proceeded to call the this. Go to Europe, Asia, South Amer- laboratory facilities, and schools that roll. ica, Africa—just travel and ask your- don’t have the textbooks. Now what Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I ask self: Have I visited a country with the you are saying is you are going to have unanimous consent that the order for same conditions that exist in the tests and state with precision the obvi- the quorum call be rescinded. United States? Is there a country quite ous: Guess what. Children who come to The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without as free as this, as open as this, with an school hungry, children who come from objection, it is so ordered. economy as strong as this, where every families who don’t have adequate hous- Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I ask young child goes into a school system ing or are even homeless, children who unanimous consent to speak for 15 min- which allows him or her to become are not kindergarten ready, children utes in morning business. whatever his or her God-given talent who do not receive all of the good stim- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without allows? That is what our school system ulation and all of the nurturing that objection, it is so ordered. provides our children. Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, we will they need to have before kindergarten, This is not true in many other coun- be turning to the Elementary and Sec- those children who come to schools tries in the world. By the eighth grade, ondary Education Act reauthorization without the facilities, without the best often other countries have moved kids bill soon. I want to speak a bit about teachers, without the salaries for the into different tracks where only se- the subject of education. teachers, we are going to find out lected children have an opportunity for This will be an interesting debate through tests that those children and higher education. A lot of countries do and one that is very important for our those schools aren’t doing as well as a that. lot of other schools which have all the country. All of us come to the Senate from different backgrounds with dif- Our country has said for a long while resources in the world with which to that we believe in universal education. work. ferent interests. I happen to come from a small town of about 300 people in the All children in this country, no matter That is what the test does. Abso- their background, ought to have the lutely nothing—not without the re- southwestern corner of North Dakota, down by the Montana and South Da- opportunity to be whatever their God- sources. given talents allow them to be. I can say this from the floor of the kota border. I graduated in a high Senate. It sounds a little jarring. But school class of nine. Yet when hearing this debate, one in a lot of ways I think the best way That little high school in Regent, wonders what has allowed this country you can move to vouchers is to design ND, where I went to school, held its to be as successful as it has been? This a system where you guarantee over the last prom this year because the high is the country, after all, that has split next 4 or 5 years that many schools are school is not going to be continuing the atom and spliced genes. We have not going to succeed because you don’t any longer. In order to have a prom in invented radar and the silicon chip. We give them the resources. Then you can a school that small, they have to gath- have invented plastics. We learned to state with precision the obvious; that er a fair number of classes. That is the fly, and then we built airplanes. We is, the children who come from low- only way to have a prom in a school flew those airplanes, and then we built and moderate-income backgrounds that size. rockets. We took those rockets to the with the least amount of help to do I was saddened to read that, because Moon and walked on its surface. We well are continuing to do poorly. The of the challenges facing rural areas of cured smallpox and polio. We discov- schools are continuing to do poorly be- North Dakota, schools are seeing fewer ered how to create a telephone and cause they do not have the resources. and fewer students coming into the then used it, invented radios, tele- Then you use that as a reason for an school system. In my State, we had 16 vision, computers. all-out broadside attack on public edu- counties that had fewer than 25 births One almost wonders how on Earth cation. in a year, and in almost all of those this happened in a country like this Some of the harshest critics of these counties they have at least two school with an education system that some teachers in these schools couldn’t last systems. Divide up those births 5 or 6 say has totally failed us. an hour in the classrooms they con- years from now and see how many chil- The reason all of this has happened is demn. I have never met a teacher and dren are going to enter first grade and the education system has not failed I have never met a parent who has said see what the challenges are for those this country at all. There are some sig- to me what we need is more and more schools. They are very significant. nificant challenges and some signifi- tests, tests, tests. Despite having gone to a small cant problems in certain areas of our I have had a lot of people in Min- school, I always felt I got a very good education system, but by and large this nesota talk to me about the IDEA pro- education. It was not a fancy school. It education system has been the most gram, the title I program, afterschool was a school with a library no larger productive in the world for a long pe- programs, how we can make sure kids than a coat closet, but we had teachers riod of time. are kindergarten ready, and how we who cared, and it was a school that If one wants to evaluate where the can make sure we have the best teach- provided an awfully good education. world-class universities are, by far 80 ers and get the resources to the teach- Even though all of us have different percent of them are in the United ers and have the support for the teach- backgrounds, we also share common States of America. We house the world- ers and the kids. goals. All of us want the same thing for class universities in this country. We have a budget from the President our country. We want our country to Let me talk a bit about the status of of the United States of America who do well, our children to be well edu- this country’s educational system.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3823 Some say we have an educational re- well. When they are absent, we have classrooms in mobile trailers, the tem- cession. The President, during his cam- great difficulties. porary classrooms with 32 and 34 kids. paign, said that, among others. I know from firsthand experience It doesn’t work well. We know that. We Yet reading achievement is up in this that there are some schools with sig- know a teacher who is teaching 15 to 18 country. The National Assessment for nificant challenges. I visited an inner- children has much more time to spend Educational Progress, called NAEP, city school that had significant chal- individually with those children and says that during the last decade, read- lenges. I knew that at the front door. I does a much better job. We have a re- ing achievement has significantly im- walked through metal detectors, saw sponsibility to try to help and do some- proved in all grades tested. security guards, watched teachers try thing about that as well. Are there some challenges in some to deal with a series of problems in the At the Federal level, we only do schools in this country with respect to class. Those problems were identical to niche financing for education. Our reading skills? You bet your life there the problems of the neighborhood sur- schools are financed, by and large, by are, and we need to address them. rounding that school: poverty, dysfunc- State and local governments and espe- But on the average, reading skills are tional families, a whole series of issues cially by local school boards. No one is up. Mathematics and science achieve- that those children then brought to suggesting we change that. ment is up. NAEP scores in mathe- that school. But we ought not brag in this coun- matics have improved during the past Some weeks after I visited that try, as some are wont to do, that we decade, and in science NAEP reports school, I read in the paper there was a don’t have any national objectives for scores have increased significantly for shooting at that school. That was a few our school system. It is not a source of older children in the last decade. years ago. Some kid bumped another pride, in my judgment, to brag that we Students were better prepared for kid at a water fountain, and the other do not have or want national standards college throughout the 1990s. Scores on kid took out a pistol and shot him, de- or objectives for our children to meet both the SAT and ACT climbed stead- spite the fact they had obviously gone upon their graduation. We ought to as- ily. Mathematics SAT scores are at an through a metal detector as they pire to meet certain objectives. Of all-time high. The average SAT math walked into that school. course we ought to have national ob- score increased from 509 in 1992 to 514 If schools are not safe places of learn- jectives we aspire to reach. in 2000. Verbal SAT scores improved ing, they are not going to be good In order to do that, some feel strong- over the same period from 500 to 505. places of learning, so we must deal ly we ought to improve our school Some say if you compare the SAT with that issue. buildings. This Congress can provide scores in the United States to the same We need good teachers, students will- funding to help local school districts scores in other countries, the United ing to learn, parents involved in edu- meet their construction and repair States ranks well down the list or that cation, and a safe environment in needs. We ought to reduce classroom our scores have decreased over time. which students can learn. size and provide funding to do that. We But those people are not comparing ap- In addition to that, in this debate, we ought to do it in this legislation, the ples and apples. Only the best students are going to have to understand that Elementary and Secondary Education in other countries are taking the ACT we have a responsibility as a country Act reauthorization. and SAT, while in our country a major- to send children through classroom President Bush is correct when he ity take them. Thirty years ago, only doors into classrooms of which we can talks about the need for testing. Many the top 25 percent of U.S. students be proud. Children cannot learn in have stood for years on the floor of the would take the SAT tests. Now, per- classrooms that are not modern. Senate saying we need to have some haps the top 60 or 70 percent of the uni- I have toured schools, especially In- testing. People also need to know what verse of students take the same tests. dian schools attended by children for our schools are producing, how our Would you perhaps get a lower score on whom the Federal Government has a schools are doing. I will offer an average by taking 70 percent of the trust responsibility to educate. This is amendment dealing with the issue of universe instead of taking the top 25 not an option. Yet these Indian schools school report cards. Many States have percent? Yes. where desks are 1 inch apart, classes them. But there are no standards for But compare the top 25 percent now are so crowded you just cringe when school report cards and no parent can to the top 25 percent 30 years ago? you see them pack these kids into understand how their school is doing. What do you find? Higher test scores. those classrooms. These are schools They know how their child is doing be- You need to compare like comparisons where you cannot hook up a computer cause they get a report card every 6 to if you are going to make judgments. because the facilities are so old they do 9 weeks. But how is their school doing? Our students are taking tougher not have the capability of supporting a Is this school doing a good job of edu- courses. Between 1992 and 1997, the computer; schools where you would not cating that child? How does this school number of high school students taking want to send your child to school be- relate or compare to another school? advanced placement courses in all sub- cause it is in such disrepair. How does our State compare to another jects increased by two-thirds, from Is that a good safe place in which to State? What are we getting as tax- 338,000 to 581,000. learn? The answer clearly is no and we payers for the investment we are mak- It is hard to make the case we are in need to do better. We need to deal with ing in these schools? We have a right to an educational recession. the issue of school construction. We know that. We have a right to get re- I have two children in school. They built schools all over this country just port cards on our schools. All parents study hard. They do their homework. after the Second World War. The GIs have that right. All taxpayers have They do not necessarily enjoy doing came home, they married, had chil- that right. I intend to offer an amend- that every night, but they do their dren, and we built schools all over this ment on that during the consideration homework. They are in a good school country. Many of those schools are now of the Elementary and Secondary Edu- with great teachers. The fact is that is 50 and 60 years old and in desperate dis- cation Act. true in much of this country. repair. There is so much to say about edu- There is a very simple formula to de- None is in greater disrepair than the cation. Let me mention two stories termine whether education is going to schools on Indian reservations. I talk that illustrate the value of education. work, and it is true in every neighbor- about that a lot because we have so I toured a refugee camp one day in an hood in every school in this country. much to do in those areas. We have a area near the border between Guate- To make education work, we need sev- responsibility to deal with these crum- mala and Honduras. It was some while eral things: One, a student who is in- bling schools around the country. If we ago when Honduras was having a lot of terested in learning; two, a teacher will have a first-class education, it terrorism and difficulties. At this ref- who knows how to teach; and, three, a ought to be in a first-rate classroom. ugee camp, the United Nations High parent who is going to be involved in Second, we also know from experi- Commissioner for Refugees was run- that student’s education. ence and from research that children ning a refugee camp and had people liv- When those three elements are learn best in classrooms of 15 to 18 stu- ing in tents. As I was going around the present, education works and works dents. I have had children of mine in camp, viewing the conditions, there

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3824 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 was a fellow, probably in his mid-six- I will take the floor later in the de- Without the resources that are so im- ties, who could not speak English but bate and offer a couple of amendments portant for success, and a commitment he knew I was a visitor to the camp. He I have described. I yield the floor. from this White House to have the re- beckoned to me and wanted me to The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. sources available, we will have failed come with him. I asked the guide from SMITH of Oregon). The Senator from America’s children if we move this bill the United Nations what the fellow Washington. forward. wanted and the guide said: I think he Mrs. MURRAY. I ask unanimous con- We know what works in public edu- wants you to go into the tent area. So sent to speak as in morning business cation. Any one of us who has been to we did. He reached under his cot for for 10 minutes. a school recently knows what makes a some of his belongings, which is all he The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without difference. A teacher makes all the dif- had. He had a cot and a couple of be- objection, it is so ordered. ference. A good teacher and a good Mrs. MURRAY. I commend my col- longings stored under a cot in the ref- principal makes an incredible dif- league from North Dakota for his elo- ugee camp. He reached under the cot ference. A parent who is involved quent statement on education. I come and pulled out a book. It was an edu- makes an incredible difference. Unfor- to the floor today to join a number of cation reading primer book in Spanish. tunately, that doesn’t happen in every Democratic Senators who have been It was the Spanish version of the ‘‘See school. A lot of classrooms don’t have here this afternoon to speak about the Dick Run’’ book we would have had in qualified teachers. That is a concern. It issue of education which is going to first grade. He was, for the first time in doesn’t happen just because we man- come before the Senate this coming his life, in his mid-sixties, being taught date it. It happens because we provide week. I share their passion and their to read. He wanted to show me, a vis- the resources to recruit good teachers, concern as we look at reauthorizing itor, that he could begin to read. He to help school districts hire them, and the Elementary and Secondary Edu- pulled out the book and began to read to make sure that every child is in a cation Act. in halting Spanish, ‘‘See Dick Run.’’ classroom with a qualified teacher. He had a huge smile on his face after It is critical we understand we all he finished the first two lines, looked share the same goals. President Bush We know the facility that a child up at me with only two or three teeth, stated very rightly that no child learns in makes a difference. I have someone who was living in great dif- should be left behind. Everyone in this been in classrooms, as I believe several ficulty, in a refugee camp, with per- body wants to make sure that no child of my colleagues have, where children haps not enough to eat, never having is left behind. The Elementary and Sec- are wearing coats, where there are had an opportunity for education, and ondary Education Act is our oppor- buckets catching raindrops, where he was so enormously proud of being tunity to do that because, as we all there is no electrical outlet for the able to learn. know, education is the key to a child’s children to even plug in a computer Education, even at the later stage of future. If they know how to read, they much less have a computer, where his life, was so important to him that will make it in this world. If they can there isn’t even a restroom facility in he wanted to show a visitor he was do math, they will be able to move on. the building; they have to go outside learning to read. Think of that. If they can converse, they will be able across the way to get to one. The second story is one I have told to get a job and be successful. That is How do you expect a child to learn in my colleagues about before, but I will our goal for every single child. that kind of environment? It does not tell it again because it also describes The Elementary and Secondary Edu- happen. Unless we put investments how important education is. It is the cation Act that is being worked on now into bringing our buildings up to code story of a woman who was a janitor at has a number of compromises in it. It and providing a partnership at the Fed- a tribal college, cleaning the bath- is not everything everybody wants, but eral level for those districts and rooms and the hallways of a tribal col- the one concern that I want to express schools that need it the most, we can- lege. Her husband had left her. She had adamantly to this body before we bring not expect children to learn. We cannot four children and was over 40, with no this bill to the floor is the lack of require that children only pass or move means of support except this job as a available resources. It is so easy to say on if they have the best teacher and janitor. She wanted to go to the college we set standards, we set goals that we the best classroom and the best facil- somehow so she could earn a degree demand our children and their schools ity. If we do, we will have failed num- and find a better job. The day I showed reach. But if we don’t provide the dol- bers of children in this country, and up to give a graduation speech at the lars for them to be able to reach those that is really the wrong policy. tribal college, this woman was a grad- goals, we are simply putting out a I will have much to say about many uate of the college. She had pulled her- mandate, an unfunded mandate, to dis- of these issues as we move through the self up by the proverbial bootstraps tricts which means the kids will fail. Elementary and Secondary Education and gotten an education and was no There is no doubt that if you want a Act in the coming days or weeks. But I longer the janitor of the school. She child to learn to read, you have to pro- just want our colleagues to know that was wearing a cap and a gown and a vide the resources for a teacher who is the worst thing we can do is pass an El- huge smile because, despite it all, and capable. You need to make sure the ementary and Secondary Education through it all, with all the adversity in class size is small enough, that the Act without adequate funding for the her life, she had become a college grad- child has enough personal time with requirements we are making, because uate. You could read ‘‘pride’’ all over the teacher, an expert, to be able to several years from now we will have her face. It is something she had done learn to read. every school district, every school ad- for her own future that no one will ever It is not magic. It takes a qualified ministrator, every school board mem- take away from her. She invested in teacher. We want to make sure all of ber, every parent, and every teacher at herself against all the odds. our kids pass the annual tests. Just our door saying you passed an un- Education means so much to people giving tests as required in the bill does funded mandate down to us. Instead of at every stage: When they are retired, not assure the students will do better. recruiting good teachers and building when they are 40, when they are 20, I fear it means without the backing of our classrooms and working hard to when they are 10. We are talking about the resources behind it, so the children teach our kids, we are failing them be- the reauthorization of the Elementary can learn what is required of them to cause the only thing we are doing is and Secondary Education Act. There is pass the test, the children will fail and providing testing. not much that is more important for drop out of school. And, yes, 5 years I yield the floor. this country than to improve this law from now we may have a higher per- for America’s kids. There is a lot on centage of kids doing better on tests The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- which we can agree, some we will dis- but nobody will be testing the kids who ator from Alaska. agree on in the coming days, but I hope didn’t make it, who dropped out, who Mr. STEVENS. Mr. President, I ask at the end we can look at this bill and failed, who are not in the school sys- consent to speak in morning business. say we did something very important tem anymore. Those are the kids we The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without for this country’s future. cannot leave behind. objection, it is so ordered.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3825 NATIONAL DEFENSE from argument, choosing rather to negotiate ground, because the nature of war is counter- among themselves so as to prepare painstak- miraculous. And yet, when the revolution in Mr. STEVENS. Mr. President, this ingly crafted instruments of surrender. military affairs is still mainly academic, we morning as I read the Wall Street Jour- A leader of defense reform, whose life mis- have cut recklessly into the staple forces. nal, I came across Mark Helprin’s arti- sion is to defend the United States, writes to God save the American soldier from those cle called ‘‘The Fire Next Time.’’ The me: ‘‘Please do not quote me under any cir- who believe that his life can be protected and thesis of Mr. Helprin is this: cumstances by name.... Bush has no his mission accomplished on the cheap. For The consensus that doing much to protect chance of winning the argument that more what they perceive as extravagance is al- America is preferable to doing too little has money must be spent on defense. Very few ways less costly in lives and treasure than been destroyed. If the President does not re- Americans feel that more money needs to be the long drawn-out wars it deters altogether build it, we will suffer the consequences. spent on defense and they are right. The or shortens with quick victories. In the name amount of money being spent is already of their misplaced frugality we have trans- I commend this article to the Senate. more than sufficient.’’ formed our richly competitive process of ac- I do not think it is totally the Presi- More than sufficient to fight China? It is quiring weapons into the single-supplier dent’s responsibility. It certainly falls hard to think of anything less appealing model of the command economies that we on many of us to help the President than war with China, but if we don’t want defeated in the Cold War, largely with the and the Secretary of Defense and those that we must be able to deter China, and to superior weapons that the idea of free and in the National Security Agency and deter China we must have the ability to fight competitive markets allowed us to produce. China. More than sufficient to deal with si- the Vice President, all of them working Though initially more expensive, pro- multaneous invasions of Kuwait, South ducing half a dozen different combat aircraft on what should be our defense policy, Korea, and Taiwan? More than sufficient to and seeing which are best is better than de- to find ways to rehabilitate our na- stop even one incoming ballistic missile? Not creeing that one will do the job and praying tional defense. Very clearly, we do not yet, not now, and, until we spend the money, that it may. Among other things, strike air- have the defense we need for the fu- not ever. craft have many different roles, and relying ture. For someone of the all-too-common opin- upon just one would be the same sort of At one point in this article, Mr. ion that a strong defense is the cause of war, economy as having Clark Gable play both a favorite trick is to advance a wholesale re- Helprin says this: Rhett Butler and Scarlett O’Hara. vision of strategy, so that he may accom- Having relinquished or abandoned many God save the American soldier from those plish his depredations while looking like a foreign bases, the United States requires its who believe that his life can be protected and reformer. This pattern is followed instinc- warships to go quickly from place to place so his mission accomplished on the cheap. For tively by the French when they are in alli- as to compensate for their inadequate num- what they perceive as an extravagance is al- ance and by the left when it is trapped with- ber, and has built them light using a lot of ways less costly in lives and treasure than in the democratic order. But to do so one aluminum, which, because it can burn in air the long drawn-out wars it deters altogether need be neither French nor on the left. at 3,000 degrees Celsius, is used in incendiary or shortens with quick victories. Neville Chamberlain, who was neither, bombs and blast furnaces. (Join the navy and I do hope all of us will think about starved the army and navy on the theory see the world. You won’t need to bring a how we can restore our national pres- that the revolution in military affairs of his toaster.) tige in terms of being the superpower time made the only defense feasible that of And aluminum or not, there are too few a ‘‘Fortress Britain’’ protected by the Royal ships. During the EP–3 incident various pin- of the world and having the power to Air Force—and then failed in building up the defend that position. heads furthered the impression of an Amer- air force. Bill Clinton, who is not French, ican naval cordon off the Chinese coast. I ask unanimous consent this article and who came into office calling for the dis- Though in 1944 the navy kept 17 major car- be printed in the RECORD. continuance of heavy echelons in favor of riers in the central Pacific alone, not long There being no objection, the article power projection, simultaneously pressed for ago its assets were so attenuated by the de- was ordered to be printed in the a severe reduction in aircraft carriers, the struction of a few Yugos disguised as tanks RECORD, as follows: sine qua non of power projection. Later, he that for three months there was not in the and his strategical toadies embraced the rev- [From the Wall Street Journal, Apr. 24, 2001] vast western Pacific even a single American olution in military affairs not for its virtues aircraft carrier. THE FIRE NEXT TIME but because even the Clinton-ravished mili- What remains of the order of battle is crip- (By Mark Helprin) tary ‘‘may be unaffordable,’’ and ‘‘advanced pled by a lack of the unglamorous, costly From Alexandria in July of 1941, Randolph technology offers much greater military effi- supports that are the first to go when there Churchill reported to his father as the Brit- ciency.’’ isn’t enough money. Consider the floating ish waited for Rommel to attack upon This potential efficiency is largely unfa- dry dock. By putting ships back into action Egypt. In the midst of a peril that famously miliar to the general public. For example, with minimal transit time, floating dry concentrated mind and spirit, he wrote, current miniaturized weapons may seem ele- docks are force preservers and multipliers. In ‘‘You can see generals wandering around phantine after advances in extreme ultra- 1972, the United States had 94. Now it has 14. GHQ looking for bits of string.’’ violet lithography equip guidance and con- Though history is bitter and clear, this kind Apparently these generals were not, like trol systems with circuitry not .25 microns of mistake persists. their prime minister, devoted to Napoleon’s but .007 microns wide, a 35-fold reduction Had the allies of World War II been pre- maxim, ‘‘Frappez la masse, et le reste vient that will make possible the robotization of pared with a sufficient number of so pedes- par surcroit,’’ which, vis-a-vis strategic or arms, from terminally guided and target- trian a thing as landing craft, the war might other problems, bids one to concentrate upon identifying bullets to autonomous tank kill- have been cheated of a year and a half and the essence, with assurance that all else will ers that fly hundreds of miles, burrow into many millions of lives. In 1940, the French follow in train, even bits of string. the ground, and sleep like locusts until they army disposed of 530 artillery pieces, 830 are awakened by the seismic signature of antitank guns, and 235 (almost half) of its CONSENSUS DESTROYED enemy armor. Those with more than a superficial view of best tanks, because in 1940 the French did Lead-magnesium-niobate transducers in not think much of the Wehrmacht—until American national security, who would de- broadband sonars are likely to make the seas fend and preserve it from the fire next time, May. perfectly transparent, eliminating for the How shall the United States avoid similar have by necessity divided their forces in ad- first time the presumed invulnerability of misjudgments? Who shall stand against the vocacy of its various elements, but they have submarine-launched ballistic missiles, the common wisdom when it is wrong about de- neglected its essence. For the cardinal issue anchor of strategic nuclear stability. terrence, wrong about the causes of war, of national security is not China, is not Rus- The steady perfection of missile guidance wrong about the state of the world, wrong sia, is not weapons of mass destruction, or has long made nearly everything the left about the ambitions of ascendant nations, missile defense, the revolution in military says about nuclear disarmament disingen- wrong about history, and wrong about affairs, terrorism, training, or readiness. It uous or uninformed, and the advent of meta- human nature? is, rather, that the general consensus in re- stable explosives creates the prospect of a gard to defense since Pearl Harbor—that single B–1 bomber carrying the non-nuclear THE PRUDENT COURSE doing too much is more prudent than doing weapons load of 450 B–17s, the equivalent of In the defense of the United States, doing too little—has been destroyed. The last time 26,800 100-pound bombs. Someday, we will too much is more prudent than doing too lit- we devoted a lesser proportion of our re- have these things, or, if we abstain, our po- tle. Though many in Congress argue this and sources to defense, we were well protected by tential enemies will have them and we will argue it well, Congress will not follow one of the oceans, in the midst of a depression, and not. its own. Though the president’s appointees without major international responsibilities, To field them will be more expensive than also argue it well, the public will wait only and even then it was a dereliction of duty. fielding less miraculous weapons, which can- upon the president himself. Only he can sway The destruction is so influential that tra- not simply be abandoned lest an enemy ex- a timid Congress, clear the way for his ap- ditional supporters of high defense spending, ploit the transition, and which will remain pointees, and move the country toward the bent to the will of their detractors, shrink as indispensable as the rifleman holding his restoration of its military power.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3826 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 The president himself must make the argu- I know some may have differing SENATE BUDGET RESOLUTION ment, or all else is in vain. If he is unwilling views because other issues or concerns Mr. VOINOVICH. Mr. President, just to risk his political capital and his presi- consume their constituents; and I re- prior to the Easter recess, the Senate dency to undo the damage of the past eight spect those views. However, in Florida years, then in the fire next time his name completed action on the fiscal year 2002 will be linked with that of his predecessor, the environment and tourism are of budget resolution. I voted in favor of and there it will stay forever. paramount importance. The beaches, final passage of the budget resolution, the abundant fisheries, and the pristine Mr. STEVENS. Mr. President, I sug- recognizing that it does not reflect ev- waters make Florida what it is today; gest the absence of a quorum. erything that I wanted. However, I am and the people of Florida want it to The PRESIDING OFFICER. The thankful the Senate-passed resolution stay that way. Just as drilling in the clerk will call the roll. does contain a fair amount of what Arctic National Wildlife Refuge would The legislative clerk proceeded to President Bush had originally proposed not solve the administration’s claimed call the roll. in his budget plan. energy crisis, drilling in Lease Sale 181 Nevertheless, it is my hope that Mr. NELSON of Florida. Mr. Presi- will not either. Increased conservation when the Senate does go to conference dent, I ask unanimous consent the and increased fuel efficiency in our with the House—which has passed a order for the quorum call be dispensed cars would do more to meet our coun- more stringent budget resolution—the with. try’s energy needs than drilling in end result will yield a budget resolu- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Lease Sale 181. For these reasons, I tion more in-tune with the President’s objection, it is so ordered. must adamantly object to and vigor- more responsible package. Mr. NELSON of Florida. Mr. Presi- ously oppose the sale of Lease Sale 181; As it was originally put forward, I dent, I ask consent I be given 10 min- and I hope the rest of this body listens felt the Bush budget plan provided utes to address the Senate. to the pleas of Floridians. much of the fiscal responsibility I have The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without long sought from Washington prior to, All of the oil and gas that would objection, it is so ordered. and since, becoming a Member of the come out of this proposed lease sale Senate. Specifically, it restrains the f would only give about 2 months worth growth of spending, reduces the debt as of energy for the country. That is sim- OFF-SHORE DRILLING fast as is prudent, and allows for mean- Mr. NELSON of Florida. Mr. Presi- ply not a viable tradeoff for the dam- ingful tax cuts. This is what I like to dent, I rise today to express my strong age it would do to our economy and our refer to as a ‘‘three-legged stool’’ ap- opposition to oil and gas exploration environment. We are not willing to proach. For this package to work, how- off the coast of Florida. Specifically, make that tradeoff in Florida. As a ever, we have to insist on a balanced the issue at hand is the sale of Lease matter of fact, as you talk about drill- approach, because fiscal responsibility, Sale 181. I am certainly not alone. ing in the Arctic National Wildlife Ref- like a three-legged stool, cannot stand There are 16 million Floridians who uge, isn’t it interesting. If you put it if one leg is significantly longer or into the context of all the barrels of oil join in this opposition. Senator BOB shorter than the others. that are projected to be pumped from GRAHAM as well, Florida State elected Unfortunately, if we characterized officials, certainly the legislature of that wildlife refuge, that energy con- the Senate budget resolution as a Florida and most of the Florida con- sumption could be replaced if we but three-legged stool, it would be rather gressional delegation opposes any drill- increased all new vehicles in their en- wobbly right now since under the Sen- ing in Lease Sale 181. ergy efficiency by 3 miles per gallon. ate budget resolution, discretionary Lease Sale 181 may not be included in That puts the crisis in context. spending increases at 8 percent, and the current moratorium on lease sales Conservation is considerably impor- that is double the amount the Presi- off the coast of Florida, but in the tant. The use of research and develop- dent suggested. hearts of all Floridians it is part of the ment to produce more energy-efficient People often forget the President’s moratorium. Moreover, there has never appliances, more energy-efficient auto- proposal increased spending by a mod- been a production drilling rig actually mobiles—there is no reason why this est 4 percent at a time when inflation producing off the coast of Florida be- country that has the technological is approximately 2.8 percent, meaning cause Floridians unequivocally oppose prowess cannot produce a car that is it contains a real increase of 1.2 per- offshore drilling because of the threat economical and that will get 80 miles cent. In contrast, the Senate budget it presents to the State’s greatest nat- per gallon. We have that within our resolution, in real terms, results in a ural and economic resource: our coast- grasp. Think what that would do to our spending increase of 5.2 percent. That al environment. energy consumption. is a 333-percent higher rate of growth Florida’s coastal waters provide an As a matter of fact, when you look at than what the President proposes. irreplaceable link in the life cycle of the uses of energy by this Nation, the These increases may sound like small many species, both marine and terres- transportation sector is the sector that numbers in the grand scheme of things, trial. Florida’s beaches, fisheries, and consumes most of that energy. Just or in the Senate, but do not be fooled. It adds up to tens and hundreds of bil- wildlife draw millions of tourists each think what future energy-efficient lions of dollars in more spending over year from around the globe, supporting automobiles could do for us. time. our State’s largest industry, tourism. But that is a subject of larger propor- If we continue to spend money at this Florida’s commercial fishing industry tions. Today, I rise on behalf of a State rate, we will have less resources to ad- relies on these estuaries as nurseries that has ecologically pristine beaches dress important national needs, such as for the most commercially harvested and the need to be kept just that way. reforming Social Security, reforming fish. Nearly 90 percent of the reef fish This proposed lease sale for oil and gas Medicare, or providing a prescription resources of the Gulf of Mexico are drilling clearly jeopardizes the future drug benefit. caught on the West Florida Shelf and economy and ecology of Florida. Indeed, according to calculations by contribute directly to Florida’s econ- Thank you, Mr. President. I yield the the Concord Coalition, the Senate omy. floor. I suggest the absence of a budget resolution includes new and ex- Oil spills would be devastating to quorum. panded entitlement spending that is Florida’s beaches, coastal waters, reefs, The PRESIDING OFFICER. The going to cost $600 billion over 10 years, and fisheries. The chronic pollution clerk will call the roll. and discretionary spending that may and discharges from drilling would det- The legislative clerk proceeded to total $240 billion over 10 years. rimentally effect the shallow, clean Coupled with the resulting increased call the roll. water marine communities found on interest cost of $550 billion, this pack- the Florida outer continental shelf. Mr. VOINOVICH. Mr. President, I ask age of amendments to the budget reso- For these reasons, I cannot sit back unanimous consent that the order for lution could reduce the on-budget sur- and watch as my State, one of our na- the quorum call be rescinded. plus by $1.4 trillion over 10 years. tion’s environmental jewels, is de- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without I say to my colleagues, enough is graded. objection, it is so ordered. enough. We have to stop this rampant

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3827 spending and, instead, prioritize what know we have $39 billion of water re- responsible and that the conferees we ought to be doing with the tax- sources development projects that the pare-down the spending; and second, payers’ money. We need to sit down Army Corps of Engineers needs to fund, that the Finance Committee begins and make some hard choices about and yet we only provide $1.3 billion work immediately on developing an $85 where to allocate taxpayers’ money, each year for such projects. Let’s get billion tax cut which I call a ‘‘balloon- where we want to increase spending, serious. We will never deal with that payment’’ approach, using the fiscal where we want to make cuts or maybe backlog at this rate. year 2001 on-budget surplus. where we want to flat-fund. Addressing such unmet needs does I suggest this money go toward an For example, with regard to the Na- not sound important until there is a immediate fiscal stimulus in the form tional Institutes of Health, the Presi- flood situation such as the folks along of a cut in marginal rates; a cut that dent has included a generous increase the Mississippi River are enduring people will see in their paychecks di- in the amount of money that the NIH right at this very moment. rectly through a change in their with- will receive in its budget, boosting NIH In addition, we have serious unmet holding. spending $2.8 billion. That is a 13.8 per- needs in our Nation’s wastewater treat- We need to get the money in the peo- cent increase. The Senate, not wanting ment and sewer infrastructure. The ple’s hands right now. If we are serious to be outdone, added an additional $700 costs are going up astronomically in about getting this reduction in mar- million in NIH funding. Therefore, the State of Ohio to comply with man- ginal rates done soon, I honestly think under the Senate’s plan, NIH funding dates from the U.S. EPA for sewer and we could get legislation considered and will be increased 17.2 percent over last water treatment. We have a responsi- passed in the Senate and the House and year. In other words, the Senate wants bility to participate in helping to al- on the President’s desk by Memorial to boost the rate of spending increase leviate those costs. Day and the American people could see some 25 percent faster than the Presi- My point is this: We should allocate the benefits this summer. Let’s get it dent. our financial resources on a very delib- done. Do I think we should spend money on erate and prioritized basis and make I think we are all agreed that some- important health research? Absolutely. the hard choices instead of the reckless thing needs to be done to restore peo- But how much is enough? last-minute spending that has often ple’s faith in the economy and bolster The true cost is not just the dollar characterized the Senate over the last consumer optimism. It is at the lowest figure, it is what you give up, or what 3 years. level in my State since 1992. In my you could have purchased with that I cannot believe what the Senate has view, the balloon payment is probably money. Economists call the concept done the last couple of years. I cannot one of the best ways to show the doubt- ‘‘opportunity cost.’’ When the Senate believe it. If I as a Governor or as a ing Thomases that the money is there thinks about spending money on one mayor or as a member of a board of and that we are doing something in thing, we need to recognize that we are county commissioners spent money the Congress to address the issue. Further, giving up the ability to use the money way we did during the last couple of I believe we need to enact a long-term for other worthy purposes. years, they would have run me out of marginal rate tax reduction as pro- If we follow through with the Sen- office very quickly. posed by the President, which econo- ate’s budget resolution, that means we I would remind my colleagues that mists say will have a tremendous im- will have fewer funds to conduct nec- just last year alone, we increased non- pact on stimulating our economy. essary Medicare reform, undertake defense discretionary authority by an Given our economic situation, we in education efforts aimed at preventive astounding 14.3 percent. Think about Congress need to follow a balanced health care, provide greater access to it. This is unsustainable. In my view, three-legged stool approach. If we can rural health care, or fully fund the so- we need to stiffen our backbones and control the growth of spending, reduce cial services block grant. bring an end to this spending habit. the debt and achieve quick passage of a Think about the social services block Families need to carefully budget their balloon payment and implement both a grant for a moment. Congress promised resources. So do cities and States, and long-term and short-term marginal tax a funding stream of $2.8 billion for this so, too, should the Federal Govern- cut, it will give a gigantic boost to con- program, but funding has actually ment. sumer confidence and help us return to eroded $1 billion over the past 6 years. It is one of the reasons I wanted to economic normalcy. We can quibble I hear a lot about that from our county get two points of order agreed to in the about how to distribute the balloon commissioners in the State of Ohio. budget resolution to prevent further payment. Let’s just work it out. The What most people do not realize is game playing with tax dollars. One main thing is, get it done and connect the fact that funds from the social point of order I offered would have to it a true marginal rate tax reduc- services block grant go towards pro- helped stop abuses of emergency spend- tion. viding health care services for chil- ing, and another would have prevented However, there is one thing that I dren, prenatal to age 3. ‘‘directed scoring,’’ a process used to fear could torpedo any recovery and There are tough choices and dilem- circumvent the budget process. that is our inability to address our Na- mas: Do you give more to NIH to fight I am glad 51 Senators joined me and tion’s energy crisis. While we have al- disease, or do you give more money to my cosponsors, Senators GREGG and ready seen unprecedented home heat- the social services block grant, a pro- FEINGOLD, in supporting this measure. ing bills this past winter, I am con- gram that gives children the nutrition It is my hope the next time we will get cerned the worst is yet to come. In- and health services they need so they the 60 votes we need for adoption. deed, we are already seeing gasoline do not develop the diseases that the I also wanted to offer an amendment prices move toward the $2-per-gallon NIH is trying to fight? that would have extended and range, and it is far from the peak sum- Another thing we need to remember strengthened the current caps on dis- mer driving season. What’s more, the in figuring opportunity costs is the cretionary spending. Unfortunately, cost of energy is skyrocketing and sup- fact that we have a number of unmet that amendment would never have plies are scarce or unreliable. We can Federal needs—needs that are a Fed- passed muster due to the excessive expect California’s problems to inten- eral responsibility, and which we spending in the amendments of the sify and likely be duplicated in other should address as part of our full and budget resolution. We blew that out be- areas across the Nation. balanced approach to the Federal budg- fore I even had a chance to bring it up. It is not as if we didn’t see this com- et. While the Senate’s version of the ing. The storm clouds have been brew- Do we spend Federal dollars on budget resolution did not do enough, in ing for many years. Still, there has school construction, which is a State my opinion, to keep spending in check, been no action on the part of Congress and local responsibility, or do we pre- the silver lining is the fact that it pro- to consider a comprehensive energy vent flood and storm damage from rav- vides for two tax cuts. I am hopeful, policy along the lines of what Senator aging people’s lives? As former chair- therefore, that we can, first, get this MURKOWSKI has proposed in his bill, S. man of the Transportation and Infra- budget resolution to conference and 388. I fear if we don’t get moving, we structure Subcommittee, I personally that it emerges looking more fiscally will not get that done, either.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3828 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 We need to act on these issues quick- time, Meldrim Thomson certainly Thomson’s profound sense of patriot- ly. The American people are watching would have been a Founder too. Had he ism that a President of the United to see if we intend to bring this Nation lived during the American Revolution, States would take such an unprece- out of our economic downturn and he would have stood shoulder-to-shoul- dented action to shield those who re- back on the road to economic pros- der fighting for the cause alongside fused their country’s call from the perity, or if we are going to continue to George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, rightful legal consequences of their fiddle around while the country burns. Sam Adams, and General John Stark. acts. I hear that from the folks back in Ohio: Meldrim Thomson, Jr., took the oath I have so many personal, inspiring ‘‘You are fiddling around in the Senate, of office as the 91st Governor of New memories of Mel Thomson. In our pri- and you are not getting anything done. Hampshire on January 3, 1973, and vate moments, of which we shared Don’t you understand how bad it is on served until January 4, 1979. He is the many up at the farm in Orford, he the street?’’ only Republican to have served as Gov- would affectionately call me ‘‘son’’. I They want us to make the hard ernor of New Hampshire for three con- thought of him like a father, both per- choices about spending. They want us secutive two-year terms. sonally as well as politically. to work together to develop solutions Meldrim Thomson’s road to the gov- He always inspired me with his words to our energy crisis, to pay down our ernorship began in 1954, when he moved of wisdom. He often said ‘‘put principle debt, and provide quick and measurable his publishing business and his family above politics.’’ He heeded his own tax relief. They want us to put aside from New York to a new home in words. Like Lincoln, Churchill and so the partisan bickering and the games- Orford, NH. Although he was not a na- many great men, he was unfairly criti- manship and act in the best interests tive son, Meldrim Thomson’s strongly cized, but rose above it all to do what of the Nation. After all, that is what independent nature and his bedrock was right. He was a dedicated conserv- they think they elected us to do. conservative principles were right for ative, who was as solid as the granite We need to act in the spirit of the old New Hampshire. In spirit, then, he in our mountains. Rogers and Hammerstein song from quickly became a son of New Hamp- Mel Thomson’s impact on the state, Carousel—many remember that— shire. patriotism, and commitment to his ‘‘You’ll Never Walk Alone,’’ so that the Plunging into New Hampshire poli- values and his family will not be for- American people know that ‘‘at the end tics, Meldrim Thomson waged an un- gotten. I will miss him terribly, as will those many New Hampshire citizens of the storm there is a golden sky and successful campaign for the U.S. House whose lives he touched. Rest in peace, the sweet silver song of the lark.’’ of Representatives in 1964. That same Now, more than ever before, we have year, though, he won election to New my friend. You have earned it. It has to restore people’s faith and their con- Hampshire’s Constitutional Conven- been an honor to represent you in the U.S. Senate. fidence in the economic future of our tion. Nation. It is in our hands. With characteristic grit and deter- f f mination, Meldrim Thomson did not COMMENDING NAVY LT. SHANE let his defeats in the 1968 and 1970 New OSBORN AND HIS CREW MEM- GOVERNOR MELDRIM THOMSON Hampshire Republican gubernatorial BERS FOLLOWING THEIR DE- Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. primaries discourage him from con- TAINMENT ON HAINAN ISLAND, President, I rise today to pay tribute tinuing to seek our State’s highest of- CHINA to my dear personal friend and polit- fice. His commitment paid rich divi- Mr. DASCHLE. Mr. President, I come ical mentor, former New Hampshire dends in 1972, when he won election as to the floor to commend in the strong- governor Meldrim Thomson, who Governor. He ran and won again in 1974 est possible terms the members of the passed away last Thursday. Mel, who and 1976. In waging his victorious cam- United States Navy crew who were de- was 89, was one of the greatest gov- paigns, Meldrim Thomson proved him- tained on Hainan Island in China for 11 ernors in the history of the State of self to be a true populist. Running on long days earlier this month. I think I New Hampshire. the slogan ‘‘ax the tax,’’ Governor speak for our entire nation when I say Mel Thomson left a lasting legacy. Thomson took his campaigns to the how much we admire their dedication His legacy of country, state, family, people of New Hampshire in their liv- and the extraordinary level of profes- and God will not soon be forgotten by ing rooms and meeting halls. sionalism they exhibited throughout As Governor, Meldrim Thomson did those of us whose lives he touched so their ordeal. deeply. He was not only a gentleman not shrink from difficult decisions. As Under the command of Lt. Shane but a gentle man, a loving husband to the spiritual descendant of the Found- Osborn, this crew of 24 servicemen and Gale, father of six, grandfather, and ing Fathers, he had the courage to take women left Kadena Airbase in Oki- great-grandfather. He was one of my grave political risks on behalf of his nawa, Japan, on the evening of March closest and most treasured friends. In unfailingly conservative principles. 31 for what was to have been a routine politics, loyalty and friendship mean Meldrim Thomson fought tirelessly for mission over the South China Sea. everything. low taxes and strict fiscal discipline. As we all now know, what happened In 1993, Governor Thomson wrote a As a result, during his time as Gov- after they left Okinawa, and for the book, ‘‘100 Famous Founders,’’ for ernor, the economy of New Hampshire next 11 days, was not routine. It was he- which I was honored to have written enjoyed a prosperity that was unknown roic. The entire world witnessed the the introduction. Among the first of in the rest of New England. Attracted strength, discipline and courage of our the Founding Fathers to step forward by the state’s low taxes, significant Navy crew. and put his life, property, and honor on new businesses moved their operations Every man and woman on that plane the line for his country by signing the to New Hampshire. Wages and salaries is a hero. Declaration was Josiah Bartlett of New increased Old manufacturing centers I am especially impressed with the Hampshire. Dr. Bartlett later served as such as Manchester and Nashua dem- skill and character of a remarkable the Governor of New Hampshire. It is onstrated new signs of life. young man who first dreamed of flying fitting that this magnificent book of Beyond his great economic successes, as a 3-year-old watching a small Cessna profiles of our Nation’s one hundred Meldrim Thomson did not hesitate to on a South Dakota farm. foremost Founders was written by one use his platform as Governor to speak We are fortunate that Lt. Shane of Josiah Bartlett’s most distinguished out on vital national and international Osborn pursued his dream to fly. And and patriotic successors as Governor, issues. He did not hesitate to criticize we are doubly fortunate that he put Meldrim Thomson. the foreign and domestic misadven- that dream to work in service of his Meldrim Thomson had the same trust tures of the Administration of Jimmy country. in God, love of family, steadfast dedi- Carter. In fact, Governor Thomson or- Lt. Osborn says, modestly, that he cation to his country and state, and dered New Hampshire State flags flown was just what he’d been trained to do sense of honor that characterized the at half-staff to protest President when he landed his damaged aircraft Founders about whom he wrote. In- Carter’s pardon of Vietnam era draft safely. Others see it differently. A Pen- deed, had he lived in Josiah Bartlett’s resisters. It deeply offended Governor tagon spokesman described the landing

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3829 as a ‘‘spectacular feat of airmanship.’’ funding to the Small Business Admin- NON-CREDIT PROGRAMS Experienced EP–3 pilots termed it as- istration’s finance and management as- $4 million for the National Veterans Busi- tounding. Indeed, it was. sistance programs that help start and ness Development Corporation Think about what had just happened: strengthen small businesses in our $10 million for Microloan Technical Assist- The collision with a smaller, faster country. Second, let me correct the ance, total of $30 million Chinese F–8 had dropped Lt. Osborn’s Record to reflect all the cosponsors: $30 million for the Small Business Develop- ment Centers, total of $105 million EP–3 between 5,000 and 8,000 feet and Senators BOND, BINGAMAN, $30 million for New Markets Venture Cap- turned it almost completely upside- WELLSTONE, LANDRIEU, DASCHLE, ital Technical Assistance down; two of the plane’s four propellers LEAHY, JOHNSON, SCHUMER, COLLINS, $15 million for the Program for Investment had been clipped in the collision, ren- LEVIN, SNOWE, HARKIN, CONRAD, and in Microenterprise dering useless the wing flaps used to DOMENICI. $7 million for BusinessLINC slow the plane during landing. My apologies to Senators CONRAD, $1.7 million for Women’s Business Centers, The collision had also sheared off the DOMENICI, and HARKIN who were not bringing total to $13.7 million $250,000 for Women’s Business Council, plane’s nose cone. listed in the RECORD when the amend- And most of the plane’s instruments bringing total to $1 million ment passed. Again, thank you to all Total request for non-credit programs = $98 were so badly damaged that they were my colleagues for agreeing to this million useless. amendment and showing their support Total request for credit and non-credit pro- Even so, Lt. Osborn managed to sta- for our small businesses. grams = $264 million bilize the plane, and he and his crew I ask unanimous consent that a copy THE NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF GOV- were able to guide it to the nearest air- of the amendment and the summary ERNMENT GUARANTEED LENDERS, port, 70 miles northwest, on China’s along with all the letters of support be INC., Stillwater, OK, April 5, 2001. Hainan Island. printed in the RECORD. Remarkably, during that 70-mile Hon. JOHN F. KERRY, There being no objection, the mate- U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. flight, Lt. Osborn and his crew had the rial was ordered to be printed in the DEAR SENATOR KERRY: I am writing on be- presence of mind to follow inter- RECORD, as follows: half of NAGGL’s nearly 700 members in sup- national procedure and issue a series of AMENDMENT NO. 183 port of your amendment, number 183, to the distress signals. In fact, they issued as (Purpose: To revise the budget for fiscal year Budget Resolution that would revise the pro- many as 25 signals on two separate 2002 so that the small business programs at posed budget for the Small Business Admin- standard frequencies. the Small Business Administration are istration in fiscal year 2002. Specifically, Lt. Osborn’s crew and commanders adequately funded and can continue to pro- your amendment would restore $264 million say his courage and quick thinking vide loans and business assistance to the to the SBA’s budget in fiscal year 2002 of which $118 million is earmarked for the agen- saved 24 lives. country’s 24 million small businesses, and to restore and reasonably increase funding cy’s 7(a) guaranteed loan program. We After landing in Hainan, with their strongly believe it is in the best interest of plane surrounded by armed Chinese to specific programs at the Small Business Administration because the current budget small business that your amendment be personnel, Lt. Osborn and his crew fol- request reduces funding for the Agency by adopted. lowed U.S. Navy procedure. They de- a minimum of 26 percent at a time when The present budget proposes no fiscal year stroyed sensitive documents and tech- the economy is volatile and the Federal 2002 appropriations for the 7(a) loan program nology, greatly limiting what could Reserve Board reports that 45 percent of and instead proposes to make the program have been a significant intelligence banks have reduced lending to small busi- self-funding through the imposition of in- loss. nesses by making it harder to obtain loans creased fees. The previous SBA Adminis- and more expensive to borrow) trator testified before the House Small Busi- For the next 11 days, Lt. Osborn’s ness Committee last year that the 7(a) pro- On page 21, line 15, increase the amount by leadership, courage, dignity, and his re- gram was already being run at a ‘‘profit’’ to $264,000,000. markable sense of humor, helped keep the government. This statement was con- On page 21, line 16, increase the amount by the spirits of his crew high. firmed in a September 2000 Congressional $154,000,000. Budget Office report entitled ‘‘Credit Sub- We are fortunate to be protected and On page 43, line 15, decrease the amount by sidy Reestimates, 1993–1999.’’ Unfortunately, represented by the entire crew of that $264,000,000. the budget as currently proposed would, in Navy EP–3: Richard Bensing; Steven On page 43, line 16, decrease the amount by our view, have the effect of imposing addi- Blocher; Bradford Borland; David $154,000,000. tional taxes by increasing program fees. This On page 48, line 8, increase the amount by Cecka; John Comerford; Shawn result would be ironic given the Administra- $264,000,000. Coursen; Jeremy Crandall; Josef tion’s push for tax cuts. On page 48, line 9, increase the amount by Edmunds; Brandon Funk; Scott A recent survey of NAGGL’s membership, $154,000,000. Guidry; Jason Hanser; Patrick Honeck; who currently make approximately 80 per- cent of SBA 7(a) guaranteed loans, shows Regina Kauffman; Nicholas Mellos; Purpose: To amend the budget for fiscal that if the budget were adopted as proposed, Ramon Mercado; Richard Payne; year 2002 so that the small business pro- most lenders would significantly curtail Mitchell Pray; Kenneth Richter; grams at the Small Business Administration their 7(a) lending activities. Therefore, small Marcia Sonon; Curtis Towne; Jeffrey are adequately funded and can continue to businesses would find it more difficult and provide loans and business assistance to the Vignery; Wendy Westbrook, and Rod- expensive to obtain crucial long-term financ- country’s 24 million small businesses. It is ney Young. ing. The proposed budget would increase the necessary to restore and reasonably increase As a South Dakotan, I must say I am lender’s cost of making a loan by 75 percent funding to specific programs at the SBA be- especially proud of Lt. Shane Osborn, and would increase the direct cost to the cause the current budget request reduces borrower by 12 percent. Any fee increase is who followed his dream from Mitchell, funding for the Agency by a minimum of 26 unacceptable when the program is already SD, to the Norfolk, Nebraska Civil Air percent at time when the economy is volatile profitable for the government. Patrol, and now, into the pages of and the Federal Reserve Board reports that The small business consequences of a slow- Naval history. He is a true hero, and we 45 percent of banks have reduced lending to down in 7(a) guaranteed lending are mani- small businesses by making it harder to ob- are proud of him. fold. Currently, according to statistics avail- tain loans and more expensive to borrow. f able from the Federal Deposit Insurance Cor- All funds are added to Function 376, which poration and the SBA, approximately 30 per- SMALL BUSINESS AMENDMENT TO funds the SBA for FY 2002. cent of all long-term loans, those with a ma- THE 2002 BUDGET RESOLUTION CREDIT PROGRAMS turity of 3 years or more, carry an SBA 7(a) Mr. KERRY. Mr. President, I submit $118 million for 7(a) loans, funding an $11 guarantee. This is because lenders generally a statement for the RECORD regarding a billion program are unwilling to make long-term loans with small business amendment I offered to $26.2 million for SBIC participating securi- a short-term deposit base. Therefore, reduc- the fiscal year 2002 budget resolution ties, will support a $2 billion program ing the availability of 7(a) capital to small $750,000 million for direct microloans, fund- businesses will have a significant effect on with my colleague, Senator BOND, on ing a $30 million program them and on the economy. April 6, 2001. $21 million for new markets venture cap- The average maturity for an SBA 7(a) First, let me extend sincere thanks ital debentures, funding $150 million program guaranteed loan is 14 years. The average con- to my colleagues for supporting this Total request for credit programs = $166 ventional small business loan carries an av- amendment which restored critical million erage maturity of one year or less. For those

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conventional loans with original maturities INDEPENDENT COMMUNITY the 7(a) Guaranteed Loan Program. Both rec- over one year, the average maturity is just BANKERS OF AMERICA, ommendations we applaud. three years. The majority of SBA 7(a) bor- Washington, DC, April 5, 2001. We also understand that your amendment rowers are new business startups or early To: Members of the U.S. Senate. would restore funding for the New Markets stage companies. The longer maturities pro- From: Independent Community Bankers of and PRIME programs. This association has vided by the SBA 7(a) loan program give America. taken no formal position regarding funding small businesses valuable payment relief, as Re: ICBA support the Kerry-Bond amendment for these well intended programs. the longer maturity loans carry substan- to preserve small business loan programs Thank you for soliciting our views. We ap- tially lower monthly payments. and to prevent new fees. preciate your leadership regarding these two On behalf of the 5,300 members of the outstanding SBA programs. For example, if a small business borrower ICBA, we support the Kerry-Bond amend- Sincerely, had to take a 5 year conventional loan in- ment to the FY 2002 budget and urge all Sen- DONALD T. WILSON, stead of a 10 year SBA 7(a) loan, the result ators to join in support of this important bi- Director of Government Relations. would be a 35%–40% increase in monthly pay- partisan amendment. The amendment to be ments. The lower debt payments are critical offered by Senators John Kerry (D-Mass) and WESST CORP, to startup and early stage companies. Small Christopher Bond (R-Missouri) would prevent Albuquerque, NM, April 5, 2001. business loans, where they can be found, new hidden taxes in the form of additional Hon. JOHN F. KERRY, would have vastly increased monthly pay- fees imposed on small business lenders and U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. ments. This at a time when the economy ap- borrowers. The proposed FY 2002 Budget DEAR SENATOR KERRY: On behalf of the As- pears to be struggling and when bank regu- pending in the Senate would levy significant sociation of Women’s Business Centers, I am lators have spurred banks to tighten credit new fees on the SBA 7(a) loan program. writing to voice our full support for the criteria, the current budget only proposes to These increased fees would jeopardize needed amendment you have introduced (#183) worsen the situation for small business bor- lending and credit to small business at the which would provide adequate funding for rowers. worst possible time as our economy has the Small Business Administration’s pro- slowed dramatically and small business lend- grams targeted to lending and business as- Your amendment would help mitigate this ing has become more difficult. Therefore, the sistance. problem. It would provide small businesses Kerry-Bond amendment would restore the As you know, the SBA programs serve the far better access to long-term financing on appropriation for the 7(a) small business loan credit and business development needs of reasonable terms and conditions at a time program and prevent onerous new fees from women, minorities, and low-income entre- when their access to such capital is critical. being levied on borrowers and lenders. preneurs all across the United States and We urge your colleagues to support your ini- This amendment shares bipartisan support. Puerto Rico. It is absolutely critical that tiative and adopt your amendment. The Chairmen and Ranking Members of the these programs, particularly the Women’s Respectfully, Senate Small Business Committees oppose Business Centers Program, the Microloan ANTHONY R. WILKINSON. new taxes on small businesses in the form of Program, PRIME, and the National Women’s higher loan fees. Specifically, Small Busi- Business Council, receive the funding you U.S. HISPANIC CHAMBER ness Committee Chairman Chris Bond and have recommended in your amendment so OF COMMERCE, Ranking Member John Kerry have asked for that existing and emerging entrepreneurs Washington, DC, April 5, 2001. the $118 million appropriation to support the throughout the country continue to have op- Hon. JOHN F. KERRY, 7(a) loan program to be restored in the FY portunities to realize the American dream of Ranking Member, Senate Small Business Com- 2002 Budget. The ICBA applauds the bipar- business ownership. mittee, Russell Senate Office Building, tisan efforts of Senators Kerry and Bond in As an advocate for tens of thousands of Washington, DC. offering their amendment. women business owners across the country, We urge every Senators’ support for the the AWBC applauds your vision and leader- DEAR SENATOR KERRY: We write in support Kerry-Bond amendment so that small busi- ship in helping to ensure that these critical of the Kerry/Bond Amendment to restore nesses have continued access to needed cred- SBA programs continue to serve the entre- $264 million of the proposed cuts to the it and that the 7(a) loan program is not dev- preneurial and credit needs of the American Small Business Administration’s (SBA) astated by taxing new fees. people. budget. We further support the amendment’s We look forward to working with you in proposal to have these funds come out of the ASSOCIATION OF SMALL BUSINESS the months ahead to ensure the passage of contingency fund and not the tax cut or the DEVELOPMENT CENTERS, this amendment. Medicare/Social Security trust fund. Your Burke, VA. Thank you very much for your ongoing amendment would ensure that the small Hon. JOHN F. KERRY, support. business programs at the SBA are ade- Ranking Minority Member, Senate Small Busi- Sincerely, quately funded and continue to provide loan ness Committee, Russell Senate Office Build- AGNES NOONAN, and business assistance to Hispanic-owned ing, Washington, DC. Chair, AWBC Policy Committee, Executive small businesses in this country. DEAR SENATOR: We wish to commend you Director. for prosing an amendment to the Budget The United States Hispanic Chamber of Resolution calling for the restoration of THE ASSOCIATION OF WOMEN’S Commerce (USHCC) represents the interest funding for the Small Business Development BUSINESS CENTER, of approximately 1.5 million Hispanic-owned Center (SBDC) and 7(a) Guaranteed Loan Boston, MA, April 5, 2001. businesses in the United States and Puerto Programs. During this period of economic Hon. JOHN F. KERRY, Rico. With a network of over 200 local His- downturn, it is even more important that U.S. Senate, panic chambers of commerce across the funding for these two critically important Washington, DC. country, the USHCC stands as the pre- programs not be compromised as hundreds of DEAR SENATOR KERRY: As the President of eminent business organization that promotes thousands of small businesses will need man- the Association of Women’s Business Centers the economic growth and development of agement and technical assistance and long (AWBC), I am writing on behalf of the 80+ Hispanic entrepreneurs. term debt financing more than ever. Women’s Business Centers who have been The SBA programs that are currently in As for the SBDC Program specifically, we funded by the Small Business Administra- jeopardy of losing funds have been extremely are proud to report that the most recent im- tion’s Office of Women’s Business Ownership. instrumental in helping our Hispanic entre- pact survey of the program found that in one We write to support your amendment #183 to preneurs start and maintain successful busi- year SBDC’s helped small businesses create increase funding for the SBA programs and, nesses in the United States. Without these 92,000 new jobs, generate $630 million in new in particular, to fund the Women’s Business programs, the Hispanic business community tax revenues, increased by 67,000 the number Center Program at $13.7 million. will suffer huge setbacks to the strides we of entrepreneurs counseled above previous The President’s budget only provides level funding of $12 million for the WBC program, have been able to achieve over the years. It levels, and provided training to more than which is inadequate at this time as women is therefore necessary to restore and increase 84,000 small business owners than were are continuing to start two-thirds of all new funding to these programs so that the His- trained during the last reporting period. In all, over 750,000 small business and businesses. Clearly, we need an increase in panic business community will continue to preventure clients received SBDC assistance funding at this time to continue to ensure experience economic growth and success in in the last fiscal year. And that was during that we are keeping pace with this fast this country. good economic times. growth and providing services to as many We support your efforts and urge other Your seeking funding of $105,000,000 for the women business owners as possible. members of the Senate to support the Kerry/ SBDC Program is bipartisan as Senator Kit Thank you very much for your continued Bond amendment in restoring these nec- Bond, Chairman of the Senate Small Busi- support and advocacy on our behalf. essary funds to the SBA. ness Committee in his Views and Estimates Sincerely, Respectfully submitted, letter to the Senate Budget Committee ANDREA C. SILBERT, MARITZA RIVERA, called for the same funding level. Likewise President, AWBC, and CEO Center for Women Vice President for Government Relations. Senator Bond opposed any funding cut for & Enterprise.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3831 HOUSTON, TX, I intend to continue to follow polit- will join me in honoring and remem- April 5, 2001. ical and military developments not bering the victims of the Armenian Senator JOHN KERRY, just in Taiwan and the PRC but Genocide. Washington, DC. throughout the region. I urge Beijing Mr. FEINGOLD. Mr. President, today DEAR SENATOR KERRY: Since I work with marks the 86th anniversary of the be- small business owners every day to help and Taipei to continue dialogue as the them obtain the financing they require to means of resolving their differences. ginning of one the great human trage- start a new business, acquire a business or f dies of history, the Armenian genocide. expand an existing business, I wanted you to Between 1915–1923 as many as 1.5 mil- know that I strongly support you and your ARMENIAN GENOCIDE lion Armenians were systematically efforts regarding Amendment 183. Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, I want to murdered by the Ottoman Empire and Thank you for your continued good work. speak today in order to commemorate hundreds of thousands more were Sincerely, the Armenian Genocide. As you know, forced to flee their homeland. These CHAIRMAN ROSALES. today marks the 86th anniversary of Armenians were victims of a policy in- f this tragic occurrence. It is important tended to isolate, exile and even extin- guish the Armenian population. TAIWAN ARMS SALE that we take time to remember and honor the victims, and pay respect to Although nearly a century has passed Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, the the survivors that are still with us. since this tragedy occurred, we must Administration recently informed Con- April 24th marks the inception of not wipe it from our consciousness and gress of its arms sales package to Tai- brutal genocidal campaign to eliminate let it become the forgotten past. Rath- wan. Having long followed political de- Armenians from the Turkish Ottoman er, we must continually learn from velopments both in Taiwan and the Empire. From the period of 1915–1923, mistakes of the past so that they are People’s Republic of China, PRC, and approximately one and a half million not repeated again and again in the fu- having visited both sides of the Strait, Armenians perished under the rule of ture. Recent history in Bosnia, Rwanda I wanted to make a few brief com- the Turkish Ottoman Empire. During and Kosovo tells us that systematic ments. this horrific period, the Armenian peo- brutality, that the attempt to wipe out First, weapon systems and military ple fell victim to deportation, conscrip- an entire population because of its eth- hardware aside, the political message tion, torture, starvation and murder. nicity, is still possible. The atrocities transmitted to Taipei through the The Armenian genocide was the re- that took place in these countries re- sales is that America’s commitment to sult of a consciously orchestrated gov- mind us that we still have much to Taiwan remains steadfast and strong. ernment plan. The German Chancellor learn. The international community has This is an appropriate message deliv- to the Ottoman Empire, Count Wolff- made some progress, standing up for ered in a timely manner by the new Metternich, stated at the time that, justice, holding those responsible for Administration and with the encour- ‘‘In its attempt to carry out its purpose genocide and other serious violations agement and support of Congress. to resolve the Armenian question by of international humanitarian law ac- Second, the package generally re- the destruction of the Armenian race, countable for their crimes. By estab- flects a balanced approach to Taiwan’s the Turkish government has refused to lishing war crimes tribunals, like the defensive needs, particularly on and be deterred neither by our representa- International Criminal Tribunal for under the sea. While the Arleigh tions, nor by those of the American the Former Yugoslavia, ICTY, and the Burke-class destroyers equipped with Embassy, nor by the delegate of the the Aegis radar system are not part of International Criminal Tribunal for Pope . . .’’ Rwanda, ICTR, we have begun to send this year’s sale, and would not be oper- In a century filled with loss and the clear message that such atrocious ational until 2010, the Administration bloodshed, the Armenian Genocide crimes will not go unpunished. I am has left open the option to pursue marked the first effort of the century pleased that the former Yugoslav lead- Aegis-equipped destroyers at a future to systematically eliminate an entire er Slobodan Milosevic, who has been date. Aegis is still on the table. Amer- people. Unfortunately, the world did wanted on international war crimes ica has bolstered Taiwan’s defensive not learn from this massacre, and the charges for his role in the campaign of capabilities through Kidd-class de- past 86 years have been stained by re- violence and hate in the Balkans, has stroyers, P–3 aircraft, submarines, and minders that there are those who will finally been arrested. I hope that his other weapons, and has deferred deci- stop at no means to spread their agen- arrest marks the beginning of full jus- sions on other sales, such as tanks and das of hate and intolerance. tice being served with regard to him helicopters, pending a review of Tai- Nobel Laureate writer Elie Wiesel and others responsible for the unspeak- wan’s ground forces needs. has said that the denial of genocide able crimes committed in the Former Finally, the PRC must understand constitutes a ‘‘double killing’’ for it Yugoslavia. that its continued buildup of short- seeks to rewrite history by absolving Each day we continue to read about range ballistic missiles opposite Tai- the perpetrators of violence while ig- and witness ethnic violence and viola- wan and aggressive modernization of noring the suffering of the victims. We tions of human rights in countries its military for offensive purposes will must acknowledge the horrors per- across the globe. Sadly, in many places all but guarantee the future sale of petrated against the Armenian people this is simply the norm. Clearly there Aegis-equipped destroyers, or other to preserve the memory of the victims is a great deal of work that still needs technologically advanced weapons sys- and to remind the world that we can- to be done to prevent human tragedy. tem. If the Mainland is serious in want- not and will not forget these crimes So today as we commemorate the Ar- ing a peaceful resolution of differences against humanity. However, it is not menian genocide, let us honor the men, with Taiwan, senior military and civil- enough to simply remember those who women and children whose lives were ian leaders must accept America’s obli- have perished. We must speak out lost between 1915–1923, as well as the gations under the Taiwan Relations against such tragedies, and dedicate other countless victims of violence Act to provide ‘‘defense articles and de- ourselves to ensuring that evils such as throughout history, and recommit our- fense services in such quantity as may the Armenian Genocide are not revis- selves to efforts that foster acceptance be necessary to enable Taiwan to main- ited on our planet. This is the highest of others, respect for human rights, tain a sufficient self-defense capa- tribute we can pay to the victims of democratic principles, and peaceful re- bility.’’ any genocide. lations between people and nations at Simply put, every Chinese offensive The Armenian people have preserved all levels. military action will have a Taiwan- their culture, faith and identity for Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, U.S. defensive reaction. Beijing can over a thousand years. In the last cen- today marks the 86th anniversary of make clear its intentions by imme- tury alone, the Armenian people with- the beginning of the Armenian Geno- diately renouncing the option to use stood the horrors of two World Wars cide. I rise today to acknowledge and force against Taiwan, and by reducing and several decades of Soviet domi- commemorate this terrible crime and its military deployments across the nance in order to establish modern Ar- to help ensure that it will never happen Strait. menia. I hope all my Senate colleagues again.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3832 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 On April 24, 1915, the Ottoman Em- Tragically, the Armenian genocide sion in the future, ensuring that the pire launched a brutal and unconscion- was the first in a series of genocides in deaths of all victims of hatred and prej- able policy of mass murder. Over an the 20th Century. Adolf Hitler, in pre- udice are not in vain. eight year period, 1.5 million Arme- paring his genocide plans for the Jews, Therefore, on the 86th anniversary of nians were killed, and another 500,000 predicted that no one would remember the terrible tragedy of the Armenian were driven from their homes, their the atrocities he was about to unleash. genocide we remember the past and re- property and land confiscated. After all, he asked, ‘‘Who remembers dedicate ourselves to supporting Arme- We who enjoy the blessings of free- the Armenians?’’ nia as it looks to the future. dom and liberty must commemorate And that is why we come together Mr. KENNEDY. Mr. President, April this event to ensure that it does not every year at this time to remember. 24 marks the 86th anniversary of the happen again. Far too often during this The genocide of the Armenians did beginning of one of the most tragic century we have remained silent as take place, and we do remember. That events in history, the Armenian Geno- men, women, and children have been memory must be kept alive, to keep us cide. In 1915, the Ottoman Turkish singled out, rounded up, and killed be- vigilant in our efforts to prevent such Government embarked on a brutal pol- cause of their race, ethnicity, or reli- atrocities from ever happening again. icy of ethnic extermination. Over the gion. By acknowledging the Armenian Mr. REED. Mr. President, I rise to next eight years, 1.5 million Armenians Genocide we state loud and clear: join with Armenians throughout the were killed, and more than half a mil- Never again. United States, in Armenia, and around lion were forced from their homeland Never again will we let brutal viola- the world in commemorating the 86th into exile. tions of human rights go without con- anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. In the years since then, the Arme- demnation. Never again will we turn This week, members and friends of nian diaspora has thrived in the United our backs on the oppressed and give the Armenian community will gather States and in many other countries, comfort to the oppressors. Never again together to remember April 24, 1915. On bringing extraordinary vitality and will we fail to stand up for justice and that day, nationalist forces of the achievement to communities across human dignity. Never again will we Ottoman Empire started an eight year America and throughout the world. allow genocide to be perpetrated on campaign of massacre and deportation The Armenian Assembly of America, this Earth. that would impact the lives of every the Armenian National Committee of Even as we remember the tragedy Armenian in Asia Minor. America, and other distinguished and honor the dead, we also honor the Armenian men, women, and children groups deserve great credit for their living. I am proud that my home State of all ages fell victim to murder, rape, impressive work in maintaining the of California is home to a vibrant Ar- torture, and starvation. By 1923, an es- proud history and heritage of the Ar- menian American community, a half a timated 1.5 million Armenians had menian people, and guaranteeing that million strong. They have enriched the been systematically murdered and an- the Armenian Genocide will never be culture of our state and have partici- other 500,000 had their property stolen forgotten. One of the enduring achievements of pated in every aspect of civic life. They and were driven from their homeland. the survivors of the Genocide and their are a shining example of a people who With World War I occupying center descendants has been to keep its tragic overcame the horrors of the past to stage at the time, the Armenian peo- memory alive, in spite of continuing create a better future. ple’s situation went unaided. Let us never forget the victims of the Unfortunately, the residents of Ar- efforts by those who refuse to acknowl- Armenian Genocide. Let us ensure that menia still suffer today. Armenian ef- edge the atrocities that took place. In Massachusetts, the Armenian Genocide they did not die in vain. Let us come forts at democracy and economic de- is part of that curriculum in every pub- together to remember the crimes of the velopment have been hindered by re- lic school. Legislation was introduced past and to pledge to one another that gional conflict, natural disasters and last year in the U.S. House of Rep- they will not happen again in the fu- internal strife. Yet, despite these set- resentatives to support recognition of ture. Let us look ahead with Armenia backs, the Armenian people have main- the Armenian Genocide, and the and the Armenian American commu- tained a persevering spirit that has French government approved a law to nity to a brighter tomorrow. kept hope alive. In the past few recognize the Armenian Genocide in Mr. JOHNSON. Mr. President, I rise months, optimism has grown as inter- January. today to commemorate the 86th anni- nationally mediated peace talks be- It is time for all governments, polit- versary of the Armenian genocide. tween Armenian President Kocharian ical leaders and peoples everywhere to From 1915 to 1923, 1.5 million Arme- and Azerbaijani President Aliyev have recognize the Armenian Genocide. nians were executed in the first geno- made progress. These annual commemorations are an Commemoration of the Armenian cide of the 20th Century. effective way to pay tribute to the Sadly, there are some people who genocide is important not to keep alive courage and suffering and triumph of still deny the very existence of this pe- the memory of those Armenians who the Armenian people, and to ensure riod which saw the institutionalized died, but to remind the world of its that such atrocities will never happen slaughter of the Armenian people and duty. As Archbishop Desmond Tutu again to any people on earth. the dismantling of Armenian culture. noted in 1999, ‘‘It is sadly true what a To those who would question these cynic has said, that we learn from the f events, I refer them to numerous docu- history that we do not learn from his- LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT ACT ments kept by the United States Na- tory. And yet it is possible that if the OF 2001 tional Archives, which detail these hor- world had been conscious of the geno- Mr. SMITH of Oregon. Mr. President, rifying events. The entire Armenian cide that was committed by the Otto- I rise today to speak about hate crimes population in the Ottoman Empire was man Turks against the Armenians, the legislation I introduced with Senator forcibly removed from their historic first genocide of the twentieth century, KENNEDY last month. The Local Law homeland in present-day eastern Tur- then perhaps humanity might have Enforcement Act of 2001 would add new key. A million and a half people were been more alert to the warning signs categories to current hate crimes legis- massacred and another 500,000 were ex- that were given before Hitler’s madness lation sending a signal that violence of iled. As the United States Ambassador was unleashed on an unbelieving any kind is unacceptable in our soci- to the Ottoman State at the time, world.’’ It is my hope that the world ety. Henry Morgenthau, said, ‘‘I am con- has begun to pay attention to history I would like to detail a heinous crime fident that the whole history of the because, unlike in 1915, the inter- that occurred in my own home State of human race contains no such horrible national community heeded the warn- Oregon in 1995. A twenty-seven year old episode as this. The great massacres ing signs in Kosovo and did not sit Stockton, California man murdered a and persecutions of the past seem al- back and watch, but reacted quickly Medford, OR couple, Roxanne Ellis, 53 most insignificant when compared to and decisively. We must always bear and Michelle Abdill, 42. The women, the sufferings of the Armenian race in witness to the terrors of yesterday so who ran a property management busi- 1915.’’ that we can respond to acts of oppres- ness, disappeared December 4, 1995

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3833 after showing the man an apartment with a small group of courageous Sen- avoid a future debate on reform, the for rent. He shot them both in the ators across the aisle, have put aside fact that the hard money limits had head, and the bodies were left bound their own short-term political interests not been increased since 1974 is what and gagged in a truck bed. The Stock- and voted time and again in favor of created both the pressure and the op- ton man later confessed, saying he tar- comprehensive, commonsense, and portunity for this reform. geted the women because they were badly-needed campaign finance reform. Again, I urge my colleagues in the lesbians, and he figured they wouldn’t I predict that this debate will find its House to consider these limits and have families that would miss them. place in history as one of the greatest avoid the temptation to increase them I believe that government’s first duty Senate debates in the last decade, both ever higher; otherwise, there may come is to defend its citizens, to defend them in terms of its content and its impact a time when the price for reform be- against the harms that come out of on our system of democracy. comes too great for this Senator. hate. The Local Law Enforcement En- I have been privileged and honored to I am hopeful that the House will act hancement Act of 2001 is now a symbol serve as floor manager of this measure, expeditiously on this measure. While I that can become substance. I believe along with the Senator from Kentucky. do not suggest that House members that by passing this legislation, we can As my colleague from Kentucky has al- forego their responsibility and right to change hearts and minds as well. luded, the stakes in this debate were thoroughly debate and amend this leg- f considerable for many interested par- islation, I encourage them to do so in a ties. manner that will allow this bill to FINAL PASSAGE OF S. 27 And although members disagreed reach the President’s desk before the Mr. DODD. Mr. President, on Mon- over the need for this measure, and end of this year. day, April 2, the Senate took long amendments to it, Senators were not I also thank the numerous staff who awaited action to approve legislation disagreeable in their debate. I thank have assisted in facilitating consider- to address what the American people my colleagues for their patience and ation of this measure, not the least of believe is the single most egregious cooperation throughout this debate. which are our Democratic floor staff, abuse of our campaign finance sys- I also compliment my good friend, including Marty Paone, Lula Davis, tem—that is the unlimited flow of soft the Majority Leader, for his willing- and Gary Myrick, along with the out- money permeating our elections sys- ness to allow the Senate to have a free- standing Democratic cloakroom staff. tem. If the McCain-Feingold legislation flowing debate. This issue is of para- I also extend my special appreciation did nothing else but close the soft mount importance to the continued to Andrea LaRue of Senator DASCHLE’s money loophole, it would still be re- health of this democracy, and his will- staff. She, along with Mark Childress form. ingness to provide for free and open de- and Mark Patterson, were invaluable But my colleagues have accom- bate on the McCain-Feingold measure in offering much needed expertise and plished much more in this legislation. I has produced, in this Senator’s mind, guidance on this legislation. congratulate Senators MCCAIN and an even better bill than was originally Of equal assistance were the staffs of FEINGOLD for their vision in recog- brought to the Senate floor. Senators FEINGOLD and MCCAIN, includ- nizing the powerfully negative influ- I am hopeful there will be an oppor- ing Bob Schiff, Ann Choiniere and ence of the money chase on our polit- tunity to make further improvements Mark Buse, as well as Laurie ical system and their dogged persist- in this measure in the House. Although Rubenstein of Senator LIEBERMAN’s ence and patience in striving to craft a I am supporting the McCain-Feingold staff and Linda Gustitus of Senator consensus on reform legislation that legislation, there are two provisions, in LEVIN’s staff. seeks to address the worst aspects of particular, that cause me concern. I also wish to acknowledge the con- the current system. First is the so-called millionaire’s tributions of Senator MCCONNELL’s But the Senate would not have provision which purports to level the staff, including Hunter Davis of his passed this bill were it not for the playing field for candidates who face personal staff, and Tam Somerville and equally determined leadership of TOM wealthy challengers. While that may Andrew Siff of the Rules Committee DASCHLE and the Democratic caucus. be a laudable goal, the amendment ig- staff. No member has been more consistent nores the fact that many incumbents Finally, I thank Shawn Maher of my in support of reform than our leader, who face wealthy challengers are sit- personal office staff, and Veronica Gil- and no member has worked harder be- ting on healthy campaign treasuries, lespie, my Elections counsel on the hind the scenes to hold the Democratic sometimes amounting to several mil- Rules Committee staff, as well as caucus together in support of this lion dollars. In those instances, this Kennie Gill, the Democratic staff di- measure. amendment serves as an incumbent rector and chief counsel of the Rules At the same time, I must also ac- protection provision. Committee. knowledge the powerful influence of As I stated before passage of the Dur- One final point, Mr. President. The my colleague, the chairman of the bin-Domenici-DeWine amendment to great justice, Learned Hand, once Rules Committee, for his unstinting fix this inequity, I am not satisfied spoke of liberty as the great equalizer devotion to the principles of free that the Durbin amendment went far among men. In his words, ‘‘the spirit of speech and his unyielding belief that enough to recognize the considerable liberty is the . . . lesson . . . (mankind) most, if not all, proposed campaign fi- war chests that some incumbents have. has never learned, but has never quite nance reforms are not only unwise, but I urge my colleagues in the House to forgotten; that there may be a king- unconstitutional. carefully consider this provision with dom where the least shall be heard and While a majority of this body clearly an eye to improving it. considered side by side with the great- do not share Senator MCCONNELL’s Secondly, although I reluctantly sup- est.’’ views, I appreciate his willingness to ported the Thompson-Feingold amend- That, my colleagues, should be the allow the debate to continue ment to increase the individual hard ultimate test of whether any matter unhindered, unlike debates in the past, money contribution limits, I did so considered by this body is worthy of by repeated cloture votes. only in the context of achieving broad- support. The McCain-Feingold legisla- This debate has exemplified the Sen- er reform. Quite simply, the increase in tion passes that test. ate at its best. The free flow of debate, the hard money limits was the price to f the unrestricted offering of well rea- be paid to gain sufficient support from soned amendments, and the oppor- our Republican colleagues for banning THE ARKANSAS PLAN tunity for all members to be heard are soft money and reining in so-called Mrs. LINCOLN. Mr. President, today the hallmarks of this, the world’s sham issue ads. I am announcing my vision for the de- greatest deliberative body. Of particular concern to me is the in- sign of the tax cut and I am sending a Finally, I must express my great re- dexing of these increases which only message to my Chairman and to the spect to my colleagues in the Demo- ensures the continuing upward spiral of President that I am willing to work cratic caucus, under the very able lead- money into our political system. While with them on a tax cut as long as it ership of Senator DASCHLE, who, along I understand the desire of some to recognizes that Arkansas taxpayers

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3834 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 also work hard and have earned a share filing out more forms if we do not act. Ten years ago, April 23, 1991, the Fed- of the surplus in the form of a tax cut. At a minimum, the AMT exemptions eral debt stood at $3,433,997,000,000, The President’s tax rate cuts are should be raised and indexed, and fam- Three trillion, four hundred thirty- skewed to the rich and the average Ar- ily credits should be protected from the three billion, nine hundred ninety- kansan won’t see a real cut, if at all, AMT’s bite. seven million. until 2006. Forty-nine percent of Ar- With our private savings rate at a Fifteen years ago, April 23, 1986, the kansans have adjusted gross incomes negative for the first time in our his- Federal debt stood at $1,959,815,000,000, under $20,000 and the average house- tory we should encourage more private One trillion, nine hundred fifty-nine hold income in Arkansas is $29,019. savings by increasing the IRA and billion, eight hundred fifteen million. About 85 percent of Arkansas families 401(k) contribution limits as part of an Twenty-five years ago, April 23, 1976, don’t make enough to qualify as one of overall retirement security and expan- the Federal debt stood at the ‘‘model families’’ that President sion act. Increasing private savings is $600,771,000,000, Six hundred billion, Bush has been talking about in his an important way to keep capital re- seven hundred seventy-one million, speeches. In other words, only about 15 serve up and interest rates low. The fis- which reflects a debt increase of more percent of Arkansans would get a $1,600 cally conservative thing to do is in- than $5 trillion, $5,073,198,614,244.57, tax cut. The other 85 percent of Arkan- clude the pension bill in this year’s tax Five trillion, seventy-three billion, one sans deserve a real tax cut too. relief. hundred ninety-eight million, six hun- I believe in creating a new ten per- I support eliminating the so-called dred fourteen thousand, two hundred cent bracket like the President, but marriage penalties in the tax code, but forty-four dollars and fifty-seven cents under my plan it be fully implemented we should do it in a way that is fair to during the past 25 years. widows and singles. Taxpayers should this year. That will bring thousands of f dollars to Arkansas families imme- not be punished for getting married, diately and over the next 5 years will but nor should they be punished when TRIBUTE TO SENATOR ALAN mean significantly more to the Arkan- their spouse dies or if they choose not CRANSTON sas economy than will the Bush plan. to get married. Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I ask I also want to expand the 15 percent Lastly, the estate tax should be re- unanimous consent that the following bracket by $10,000. This will mean that pealed within the next three years. tributes by current and former mem- 85 percent of Arkansas taxpayers and While the revenue estimates of repeal- bers of the Senate and House of Rep- small businesses never make it out of ing the estate tax have been high, I be- resentatives at the memorial service the 15 percent bracket and will never lieve there are many ways we can en- for the late Senator Alan Cranston be sure that death is no longer a taxable pay more than about an 11 percent ef- printed in the RECORD. fective Federal tax rate. Expanding the event without breaking the treasury. There being no objection, the mate- 15 percent bracket would mean that a In the short run, we may have to pro- rial was ordered to be printed in the vide for a mark-to-market fee to pro- couple earning $55,000 would get $980 RECORD, as follows: more than they would under the Bush vide for a stepped-up basis for inherited property or a higher capital gains rate MEMORIAL TRIBUTE TO SEN. ALAN CRANSTON plan, regardless of whether they have BY SENATOR MAX CLELAND children or not. The only way for aver- for inherited property, but no tax would be paid unless the asset was sold. On February 6, over 200 admirers gathered age citizens to get a significant tax cut in Hart SOB 902 to pay tribute to our dear under the Bush plan is to have chil- In short, the U.S. tax code should not friend Alan Cranston, who left us on the last dren. Single people and people who are be an obstacle to family farmers and day of the year 2000. Joining with me as no longer raising their children deserve small business people who want to pass sponsors of this event were the Senators a tax cut too, and I propose to give on their legacy. from West Virginia (Mr. Rockefeller), Cali- At the end of the day, Vice-President fornia (Mrs. Feinstein and Mrs. Boxer), and them one. CHENEY would get about a $1 million Massachusetts (Mr. Kennedy), and the I do believe in doubling the child tax tax cut under my plan, instead of the former Senator from Wyoming (Mr. Simp- credit as the President proposes. How- $2.4 million he would get under the son). Ten members and former members ever, I believe it should be partially re- Bush plan. However, average Arkan- spoke, and a short film about Senator Cran- fundable for working taxpayers as their sans would see thousands more and ston’s recent activities was shown. At the Earned Income Tax Credit is phased end of the program, Alan’s son, Kim, spoke. those dollars will be spent and saved in out. Approximately 140,000 Arkansas It was a memorable afternoon for all in at- Arkansas where they belong. A family families, or 37 percent of Arkansas tendance. of four with a $30,000 income would get families with children, will not benefit The Program Cover pictured Alan and his a $1,600 per year tax cut which is ap- beautiful, now seven-year old, granddaughter from the President’s plan because their proximately $484 more per year than Evan. On the second page appeared the fol- incomes are too low to owe federal in- they would get under President Bush’s lowing words of the Chinese poet and philos- come taxes. By making the child tax plan. My plan would put more money opher Lao-Tzu, which Alan carried with him credit partially refundable, low-income in Arkansas and the South, and would every day: working parents would get the benefits cost $400 billion less than the Presi- A leader is best of the child tax credit just like I do. At dent’s $1.6 billion plan. That cost sav- When people barely know the same time, I believe it is unfair to ings is important, because ultimately, That he exists, phase out the value of exemptions and Less good when I will not support any tax cut plan that They obey and acclaim him, credits for high income individuals. would endanger the long-term solvency What’s good for the goose is good for Worse when of Social Security and Medicare and in- They fear and despise him. the gander. If we are going to give a hibit our ability to retire the national $1,000 per-child tax credit to working Fail to honor people debt. And they fail to honor you. families, then we should give that cred- f But of a good leader, it to all working families, rich and When his work is done, poor. THE VERY BAD DEBT BOXSCORE His aim fulfilled, We also must fix the Alternative Mr. HELMS. Mr. President, at the They will all say, Minimum Tax, AMT. I have asked the close of business yesterday, Monday, ‘‘We did this ourselves.’’—Lao-Tzu President in person, I have asked him April 23, 2001, the Federal debt stood at The program participants and sponsors in writing, ‘‘How will your Administra- $5,673,969,614,244.57, Five trillion, six were shown on the third page as follows: tion address the AMT?’’ Many of you hundred seventy-three billion, nine Musical Prelude: United States Army may not know that the AMT, which is hundred sixty-nine million, six hundred Strings. designed to prevent affluent taxpayers fourteen thousand, two hundred forty- Introductions and Closing: Judge Jonathan from sheltering their tax liability in Steinberg. four dollars and fifty-seven cents. Speakers: Senator Max Cleland, Senator credits and deductions, will soon have Five years ago, April 23, 1996, the Alan Simpson, Senator Edward Kennedy, an unintended consequence for 37 mil- Federal debt stood at $5,106,372,000,000, Senator Diane Feinstein, Senator Barbara lion Americans. These middle income Five trillion, one hundred six billion, Boxer, Representative G.V. (Sonny) Mont- workers will be paying higher rates and three hundred seventy-two million. gomery, Representative John A. Anderson,

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3835 Representative George Miller, Senator John crat was elected more than once to the U.S. of forces and shrewd compromiser who al- Kerrey, Senator Maria Cantwell, and Kim Senate, Alan Cranston won four Senate ways lived to fight another day. The sum of Cranston. terms in the Capitol, serving a total of 24 thousands of ‘‘small’’, quiet, often little-no- Family in attendance: Kim Cranston, years. It is a California record unmatched ticed and uncelebrated legislative actions Colette Penne Cranston, Evan Cranston, and except for the legendary Hiram Johnson, a over near a quarter-century adds up to Eleanor (R.E.) Cranston Cameron. Republican who held his Senate seat from steady progress in nearly every area of Event Sponsors: Senators Cleland, Simp- 1917 to 1945. American life. son, Rockefeller, Kennedy, Feinstein, and In addition, Cranston was elected to seven As for one man’s place in such a record, Boxer. consecutive terms as the Senate Democratic former Vice President Walter Mondale called The back page of the program set forth Whip, the number two party position in the Senator Cranston: ‘‘The most decent and Senator Cranston’s Committee assignments Senate. That, too, is an all-time Senate gifted member of the United States Senate.’’ and the acknowledgments for the Tribute, as record for longevity in a leadership post. Even with so diverse a legislative record, follows: Alan Cranston is credited with rebuilding certain points of emphasis and priority Senator Cranston’s 24 years of service in the Democratic Party in California through emerge. Although never an ideologue, Sen- the United States Senate exceeded that of grass- roots activism and organization. In ator Cranston was passionate in pursuit of any California Democratic Senator and was the mid–1950s, he organized the then- power- world peace, for extending opportunities for the second longest tenure of any California ful California Democratic Council, a vast those left out of the mainstream, and for Senator. He was elected Democratic Whip network of party volunteers that in 1958 protecting the natural environment. Asked seven times, and his service of 14 years in helped sweep Republicans from most state- by a reporter what he ‘‘goes to the mat for,’’ that position is unequaled. His Committee wide offices. Edmund G. ‘‘Pat’’ Brown was Cranston replied: ‘‘Peace, arms control, service was: elected governor, Democrats seized the Cali- human rights, civil rights, civil liberties. If 1969–93: Committee on Banking, Housing, fornia Legislature, and Cranston began two there’s an issue between some very powerful and Urban Affairs. terms as State Controller of California. people and some people without much power, 1971–73 and 1975–79: Chairman, Sub- Senator Cranston sought the Democratic my sympathies start with those who have committee on Production and Stabilization. Party nomination for President in 1984. His less power.’’ 1973–75: Chairman, Subcommittee on Small campaign, though ultimately unsuccessful, During the eight years that remained to Businesses. raised to new heights public support for him after he left the Senate, Alan Cranston 1979–85: Chairman or Ranking Minority international arms control and a superpower worked tirelessly on issues of war and peace, Member, Subcommittee on Financial Insti- freeze on nuclear weapons. speaking out for human rights, and for pre- tutions. In terms of political style, Senator Cran- serving the environment of the planet for 1985–87: Ranking Minority Member, Sub- ston drew upon an earlier Earl Warren tradi- present and future generations. In 1996, he committee on Securities. tion of bipartisanship, and was well served became chairman of the Global Security In- 1987–93: Chairman, Subcommittee on Hous- by a diversified base of political support. stitute, a San Francisco-based research orga- ing and Urban Affairs. Representing the California mega-state in nization which he founded together with 1969–81: Committee on Labor and Public the Senate, Cranston skillfully balanced a former Soviet President and Nobel Peace Welfare (Human Resources). wide array of insistent and sometimes con- Prize winner Mikhail S. Gorbachev to pro- 1969–71: Chairman, Subcommittee on Vet- flicting state interests. He steered a delicate mote world peace and the abolition of nu- erans’ Affairs. course between the state’s giant agribusiness clear weapons. 1971–73: Chairman, Subcommittee on Rail- interests and those of consumers, family EARLY HISTORY road Retirement. farmers and farm workers; he weighed the 1971–81: Chairman, Subcommittee on Child claims of home builders and growing commu- Few people in modern history have entered and Human Development. nities with the need to preserve open space the U.S. Senate as freshmen better prepared 1981–93: Committee on Foreign Relations. and wildlife habitats; and he nurtured and than Alan Cranston to combine lifelong con- 1981–85: Ranking Minority Member, Sub- led the California epicenter of the national cerns over foreign and domestic policy with committee on Arms Control, Oceans, Inter- arms control and peace movements, while ef- an understanding of the inner procedural, po- national Operations, and Environment. fectively representing the home of the na- litical and human workings of the institu- 1985–93: Chairman or Ranking Minority tion’s defense and aerospace industry. tion. It was a preparation which made it pos- Member, Subcommittee on East Asian and The record of Congressional measures from sible to gain and hold on to Senate power as Pacific Affairs. 1969 to 1993 adds up to a catalogue of lit- Democratic Whip for 14 of his 24 years in 1977–92: Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, erally tens of thousands of legislative ac- Congress. Chairman or Ranking Minority Member. tions on which there is a Cranston imprint. In 1936, as a 22–year-old foreign cor- In addition, Senator Cranston served on These include the large events of the past respondent he joined the International News the Committees on the Budget (1975–79) and quarter century—Vietnam, the Cold War, Service (later part of United Press Inter- on Nutrition and Human Needs (1975–77), and civil rights, the rise of environmentalism, national), immediately after graduating on the Select Committee on Intelligence conflict in the Middle East, Watergate, the from Stanford University. He was sent on as- (1987–93). energy crisis, and equal rights for women. signments to Germany, Italy, Ethiopia and Event Planning and Arrangements: Bill The Cranston mark is on thousands of bills England in years leading up to the outbreak Brew, Fran Butler, Kelly Cordes, Chad Grif- and amendments he personally authored af- of World War II. He personally watched and fin, Bill Johnstone, Susanne Martinez, Dan fecting virtually every aspect of national listened as Adolph Hitler whipped his audi- Perry, Ed Scott, Jon Steinberg, Lorraine life. Without this legislative record, America ences into mass frenzy. He saw Mussolini Tong, Elinor Tucker. would be a different and poorer place in the strut before tens of thousands in Rome. He As I said at the Tribute, I would not be in quality of life and environment for a major- covered London in the fateful years ‘‘while this body were it not for Alan Cranston. My ity of our people. Rivers would be more pol- England slept,’’ and he watched as the world colleague, the Senator from Washington (Ms. luted, the air less clean, food less safe. Fewer seemed helpless to act against the dark Cantwell), expressed that same sentiment in opportunities would be open to all citizens, march of fascism. her remarks. Alan Cranston will always be fewer advances made in medicine and Three years later, following his return to an inspiration for us. He will live in our science; there would be less safe conditions the United States, Cranston learned that an memories and the memories of all those who in workplaces. English-language version of Hitler’s ‘‘Mein served with him and were touched by the Despite facile and careless cynicism about Kampf’’ was being distributed in the U.S. He causes he championed and in the hearts and the work of government, the achievements of was alarmed to discover that, for propaganda minds of those he so ably represented in his the nation’s Legislative Branch from the purposes, parts of the text had been purpose- beloved State of California. Following are mid–1960s to the early 1990s have made a dis- fully omitted. These were passages which the transcript of the Tribute, and the docu- tinct and meaningful difference in the lives would have made clear the nature and full ment, ‘‘Legislative Legacy, Alan Cranston in of millions of Americans. Alan Cranston’s extent of Hitler’s threat to the world. To the U.S. Senate, 1969–1993,’’ that was distrib- particular contributions to progressive legis- warn Americans against Hitler, he wrote a uted at the Tribute. lation is notable. The difference a single U.S. complete and accurate version of the book, Senator can make is demonstrated by a with explanatory notes making the Dic- A LEGISLATIVE LEGACY—ALAN CRANSTON IN study of all votes cast in the Senate over two tator’s real intentions clear. It was published THE U.S. SENATE, 1969–1993 decades in which the outcome was decided by in tabloid form and sold a half-million copies AN OVERVIEW less than five votes and often by a single before a copyright infringement suit brought As an eight-year-old boy, Alan Cranston vote. Between 1969 to 1989 there were over by agents of the Third Reich put a stop to its lost his first election to be bench monitor in 2,500 such votes in which Alan Cranston’s in- further distribution. his Los Altos grammar school. As an adult, fluence often was critical to the outcome. Senator Cranston’s strong commitment to he became the state’s most electable Demo- The figures do not include thousands of human rights and peace, and his alertness to crat and one of the most durable and suc- legislative decisions reached by less narrow the dangers of totalitarian one-man rule, cessful California politicians of the 20th Cen- margins. Nor do they reflect the additional were clearly shaped by witnessing first hand tury. During decades of political and social influence of Senator Cranston as a behind- the rise of fascism in Europe and the deadly turbulence, when no other California Demo- the-scene strategist, nose-counter, marshaler chain of events leading to the Second World

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3836 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 War and its Cold War aftermath. His first on system, arms control issue and foreign in immigration laws and access to legal serv- work in Washington, serving in 1940 and 1941 treaty from 1969 to 1993. A recognized leader ices. as a representative of the Common Cause for on the Foreign Relations Committee, Alan Aware from his days as a journalist of the American Unity, entailed lobbying Congress Cranston was a highly respected voice on be- importance of protecting news sources, Sen- for fairness in legislation affecting foreign half of arms control, nuclear non-prolifera- ator Cranston fought the Nixon Administra- born Americans. This activity gave him an tion, peaceful settlement of international tion to preserve an unfettered and free press opportunity to learn at close range the inner conflict, human rights around the world, in America. He successfully blocked legisla- workings of the Senate. sensible and compassionate approaches to tion in 1975 that would have created an Offi- With the outbreak of war, Cranston served immigration and refugee issues, foreign cial Secrets Act threatening First Amend- as Chief of the Foreign Language Division of trade and long range solutions to problems ment freedoms. the Office of War Information in the Execu- of famine, disease and oppression in the Health care tive Offices of the President. When offered a Third World. Both on the Senate and Human Resources draft deferment in 1944, he declined it and In addition to U.S.-Soviet relations, those Subcommittee on Health and Scientific Re- enlisted in the Army as a private, where he specific areas of foreign policy in which Sen- search, and as Chairman of the Senate Vet- was first assigned to an infantry unit train- ator Cranston made a significant impact in- erans Affairs Committee, Senator Cranston ing in the U.S. Because of his experience as clude the passage of the Panama Canal Trea- worked to secure for all individuals access to a foreign correspondent and journalist, he ty, efforts to bar military aid to the Nica- health services necessary for the prevention became editor of Army Talk. His rank was raguan contras, aid to Israel and efforts to- and treatment of disease and injury and for sergeant by VJ Day. ward peace in the Middle East, helping to the promotion of physical and mental well- While still in the Army, he began research- bring a halt to U.S. involvement in a civil being. ing and writing a book in hopes of influ- war in Angola, and opposition to apartheid He authored the law, and extensions and encing international decision-making in the in South Africa. refinements of it, that provided for the de- post-war world. It was an account of how, in Environmental legislation velopment nationwide of comprehensive the aftermath of the first World War, a hand- Among the legacy of Alan Cranston’s years medical services (EMS) systems and for the ful of willful men in the U.S. Senate, opposed in the Senate is a wealth of parks, wilderness training of emergency medical personnel. He to President Wilson and the 14–point peace areas, wildlife refuges, wild rivers, scenic steered the original Emergency Medical Sys- plan, managed to prevent U.S. participation areas and coastline protection measures. tems Act through Congress, then persuaded a in the League of Nations, ultimately under- With just two bills in which Alan Cranston reluctant President Nixon to sign it into mining the peace and setting the stage for a and Rep. Phillip Burton of San Francisco law. A few years later, the Cranston measure second World War. teamed—the Omnibus Parks Act of 1978 and was quite possibly responsible for saving an- In 1945, ‘‘The Killing of the Peace’’ by Alan the Alaska Lands Act of 1980—as much acre- other President’s life. It was at a special Cranston was published. The New York age was placed under federal protection as trauma care unit at George Washington Uni- Times rated it one of the 10 best books of the all the parks lands created earlier in the 20th versity Medical Center in Washington, D.C., year. The book served to warn against the Century combined. Senator Cranston was the established in part by the EMS law, where folly of repeating the same isolationist mis- Senate sponsor of legislation creating the President Reagan’s life was saved following takes that followed World War I. The Cran- Golden Gate National Recreation Area, the an assassination attempt in 1981. ston book also presented a meticulous de- Santa Monica Mountains National Recre- Senator Cranston also wrote laws that scription of the byzantine inner workings of ation Area, the Channel Islands National have made a broad range of family planning the U.S. Senate during the debate over rati- Park, a 48,000 acre addition to the Redwoods services available to individuals who cannot fication of the League of Nations treaty. At National Park, and the inclusion of Mineral otherwise afford or gain ready access to age 31, the future Senator revealed a full ap- King into Sequoia National Park. He spon- them. He authored legislation that improved preciation of the critical role played by indi- sored 12 different wilderness bills which be- services to families of sudden infant death vidual egos, personalities and interpersonal came law between 1969 and 1982. He helped syndrome (SIDS) and encouraged expanded relationships in the legislative process, and close Death Valley National Monument to research efforts. Legislation to support com- showed how awareness to such human fac- open pit mining and was an architect of the munity efforts to control venereal diseases tors could be critical in determining the out- Endangered Species Act and the Marine and tuberculosis were shaped by Senator come of a vote. Mammal Protection Act. Cranston. He authored several provisions of The immediate post-war years in Wash- He worked diligently throughout his Sen- law substantially increasing funding for ington and publication of The Killing of the ate years for the California Desert Protec- AIDS research, education, and public health Peace marked the real beginning of Cran- tion Act, that called for setting aside mil- activities. ston’s determination to become a member of lions of acres of desert lands as wilderness He wrote the law that expanded and co- the Senate. He wanted to enter that institu- and park preserves, and creating better gov- ordinated federal research in arthritis, and tion where he could promote world peace and ernment conservation efforts for a vast por- he helped create the National Institute on causes of social justice. tion of the California desert ecosystem. His Aging. Totally separate from his role as a From 1949 to 1952 he served as national efforts ultimately came to fruition when federal legislator, he helped establish the president of the United World Federalists, Senator Dianne Feinstein, during the first private, non-profit Alliance for Aging Re- dedicated to promoting peace through world Clinton term, was able to enact into law the search to spur research scientists to find an- law. He was a principal founder of the Cali- Cranston crusade for desert preservation. swers for the chronic disabling conditions of fornia Democratic Council, established to in- Even this long list does not tell the com- aging, including Alzheimer’s Disease. fluence the direction of the Democratic plete story of Senator Cranston’s environ- His commitment to healthy aging was also Party in the state, and was elected as the mental record, which includes clear air and personal. A lifelong physical fitness buff and first CDC President in 1953 and served until clean water legislation, control of toxic accomplished runner, he set a world record 1958. wastes, liability for oil spills, restoration of for his age group in 1969, running the 100– He was elected California state controller fish and wildlife resources, and support for yard dash in 12.6 seconds. He broke his own in 1958, which placed him among the top new technologies for cleaner fuels. No other record three years later running in the Uni- ranks of the party’s statewide elected offi- period in American history has seen so much versity of Pennsylvania Relays at age 59. cials. He was reelected in 1962 and served been accomplished for environmental protec- Rights for persons with disabilities until 1966. tion as the last three decades of the 20th When Alan Cranston came to the Senate, SENATE ACHIEVEMENTS Century, and Senator Cranston was an essen- disabled persons had virtually no legal pro- Foreign affairs tial but largely unheralded architect of these tection against unjust discrimination and Elected to the Senate in l968, during the policies. there had been little progress toward remov- height of fighting in Vietnam, Senator Cran- Civil rights/Civil liberties ing physical barriers that excluded them ston quickly allied with so-called ‘‘doves’’ In his first term as a Senator, Alan Cran- from public buildings and facilities. He was which were a distinct minority in Congress ston wrote the amendment that extended to acutely aware of these injustices due to crip- at that time. Together with Senator Edward federal workers the civil rights protections pling disabilities suffered by members of his Brooke of Massachusetts, Alan Cranston co- earlier mandated to private employers. He immediate family. He often characterized authored the first measure to pass the Sen- also played a key strategic role in ending a people with disabilities as ‘‘the one civil ate cutting off funds to continue the war in filibuster which threatened the extension of rights constituency any of us can be thrust Southeast Asia. The Brooke-Cranston the Voting Rights Act. He authored the first into without a moment’s warning.’’ He led Amendment paved the way to the U.S. Con- Senate bill to redress grievances of Japa- efforts to enact legislation in 1973 for the gress ultimately asserting its prerogatives nese-Americans interned in relocation camps first time outlawing discrimination in feder- over military spending and provided for the during the Second World War. Cranston co- ally-funded programs and requiring that fed- orderly termination of U.S. military involve- authored landmark legislation protecting erally-funded buildings be made accessible to ment in Vietnam. the civil rights of institutionalized persons. disabled individuals, and promoting the em- Senator Cranston played key roles in shap- He was the first U.S. Senator to employ an ployment and advancement of persons with ing the SALT and START arms pacts, and in openly-gay person on his staff, and he fought disabilities by the federal government and framing debate on virtually every new weap- official discrimination against homosexuals federal contractors. The sloping sidewalk

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00040 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3837 curbs for wheelchairs on nearly every street for passage of three veterans bills: Veterans Over more than two decades, he provided in the nation stem from Alan Cranston’s Re-employment Rights, Veterans Health- diligent oversight and direction for all fed- early advocacy for disabled people. Care Services, and the Veterans Health Care eral volunteer programs, including the Peace Children and families Act. Corps, VISTA, the ACTION Agency, Foster Senator Cranston authored a rich body of Women Grandparents, and the Retired Senior Volun- legislative reforms that humanized and vast- Another constant throughout the Cranston teer Program. ly improved adoption assistance, foster care, Senate career has been his efforts aimed at POST-SENATE CAREER child custody and child care. He was a leader eradicating sex discrimination and providing From 1993 until his death just hours before in sponsoring child abuse and neglect preven- equal opportunities for women. the first day of 2001, Alan Cranston pursued tion laws and in investigating the abuse of He worked hard, both in the U.S. Congress the opportunity afforded by the end of the children in institutions. and in the California legislature, for passage Cold War to abolish nuclear weapons. He He was responsible for extending the origi- and ratification of the Equal Rights Amend- worked on the issue as Chairman of the nal authorization of the Head Start pre- ment. He authored provisions of the Equal Gorbachev Foundation, and then as Presi- school education program. He authored suc- Employment Opportunity Act precluding dent of the Global Security Institute in San cessful bills extending Medicaid coverage for discrimination in hiring and retaining Francisco, which he helped establish. An im- prenatal health care for low-income preg- women employees and those who are preg- portant accomplishment of the Institute was nant women. He co-wrote the landmark L975 nant. On the Banking Committee he pio- to put together, with a coalition of groups law designed to provide educational opportu- neered laws prohibiting discrimination called Project Abolition, the Responsible Se- nities for handicapped children, and he was a against women in obtaining credit and bene- curity Appeal, which calls for action leading strong supporter and developer of children’s fitting from insurance policies. to the elimination of all nuclear weapons. At He consistently championed women’s ac- nutrition and feeding programs throughout Cranston’s urging, this document was signed cess to health care and reproductive health his time in the Senate. by such notable people as Paul Nitze, Gen- services. He was the Senate author of the Many private organizations honored Cran- eral Charles Horner, and former President Freedom of Choice Act to codify into federal ston for his work, including the North Amer- Jimmy Carter. Project Abolition, founded by law the Roe v. Wade court decision. ican Conference on Adoptable Children, Cranston, promises to be the foundation for which named him ‘‘Child Advocate of the ADDENDA a wider nuclear abolition campaign in the Year’’ in 1979, the California Adoption Advo- Any summary of the Cranston record years ahead. cacy Network, the Child Welfare League of would be incomplete without also noting the During the decade of the 1990s, he traveled America, the Day Care and Child Develop- following: to the Indian Subcontinent, in Central Asia ment Council of America, the California Senator Cranston helped lead the opposi- and elsewhere, working with national leaders Child Development Administrators Associa- tion in the U.S. Senate to G. Harrold to accommodate peaceful change in the tion, and the JACKIE organization, which Carswell and Clement Haynsworth, both world, especially the development of plural- cited ‘‘his leadership in obtaining national nominated by President Richard Nixon to istic, free societies in the former Soviet adoption and foster care reform.’’ the Supreme Court. Both nominations were Union. In the very last years of his life, he Veterans defeated. was more often at home, in the sprawling When Robert Bork was nominated to the Spanish Colonial style residence in Los Altos Though opposed to the Vietnam War, he Court, it was a vote count taken by Demo- Hills, where he was surrounded by three gen- was deeply compassionate toward those who cratic Whip Alan Cranston that first showed erations of his family. He assembled a mag- fought America’s most unpopular war. Able the nomination could be overturn. Senator nificent library encompassing a wide range to separate the war from the warriors, he Cranston skillfully used this information to of California, American and International was an early champion for the Vietnam vet- persuade swing vote Senators to reject the history and politics, in thousands of books, erans, especially for improving health care Bork nomination. in VA hospitals and clinics. During the Carter Presidency, when Cran- artworks, memorabilia and photographs. To In his first year in the Senate, Alan Cran- ston had the patronage power to recommend this library would come many friends, polit- ston was assigned chairmanship of a Labor federal judicial appointments, he instead es- ical allies old and new, former staff and an Committee subcommittee dealing with vet- tablished a bipartisan committee with the occasional journalist intent on an interview. erans. He used that post to draw national at- California Bar Association to assist in Former Senator Cranston made this assess- tention to inadequate and shocking condi- screening candidates based on merit. Under ment of his priorities in one interview, just tions in VA hospitals, which were over- this system four women, four African-Ameri- months before his death: whelmed by the returning wounded from the cans, two Latinos and one Asian were ap- ‘‘I am an abolitionist on two fronts. I be- Vietnam war. When a full Committee on Vet- pointed to the U.S. District Court in Cali- lieve we have to abolish nuclear weapons be- erans Affairs was established in the Senate, fornia. In addition, one African-American, fore they abolish us, and I think we have to he chaired its subcommittee on health and one woman, and one Latino were appointed eliminate the incredibly important and sig- hospitals and later chaired the full com- as U.S. Attorneys. nificant role of money in politics before mittee for a total of nine years. He long championed federal support for we’re going to have our democracy working Among a few highlights of this record: im- mass transit, including the Surface Transit as it should work. If we blow ourselves up in provements in compensation for service-con- Act, which for the first time opened up the a nuclear war, no other issue, no matter how nected disabled veterans, education and Federal Highway Act to allow mass transit important it may seem to be, is going to training programs tailored to Vietnam-era to compete for federal funds on an equal matter. And until we get money out of poli- veterans, requirements for federal contrac- basis with highways. tics, money is going to affect every issue tors to give preference in hiring for Vietnam- As Housing Subcommittee Chairman on that comes along, often adversely to the in- era and disabled veterans, and a long list of the Banking Committee, he lead efforts to terest of the public. So let’s abolish both.’’ initiatives to improve health care in the VA pass the Urban Mass Transit Act of 1987, the Years earlier, while preparing to retire medical system. McKinney Homeless Assistance Act, and the from the United States Senate, he expressed Alan Cranston wrote the law that created Housing and Community Development Act of gratitude for the opportunities to make a a national network of VA counseling facili- 1987 and then succeeded in gaining enact- difference on behalf of California and people ties known as ‘‘Vet Centers’’ to aid returning ment of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Af- throughout the world: Vietnam veterans in coping with readjust- fordable Housing Act in October 1990, a land- ‘‘It has been a privilege I have cherished ment to civilian society, and helping to iden- mark law that set a new course for federal and for which I can never adequately thank tify and treat the condition known as post- housing assistance, stressing production of the people of California. It is my hope that traumatic stress syndrome. affordable housing units, improved FHA in- many of the accomplishments achieved over He was among the first to draw attention surance, elderly and handicapped housing ex- these past 24 years in the areas of world to the health problems believed associated pansion, special housing for people with peace, the environment, and in the effort to with exposure to Agent Orange and he gave AIDS, and reform of public housing. Passage secure a better quality of life for millions of the VA specific authority to provide Viet- of the Housing and Community Development Americans will survive and serve as the basis nam veterans with medical care for those Act of 1992 culminated Senator Cranston’s 24 of continued progress by others in behalf of conditions. He also helped bring to light years of major legislative achievements future generations.’’ health problems of veterans who were ex- steadily aimed at making housing more posed to nuclear radiation as part of U.S. available and fostering community economic FEBRUARY 6, 2001, 2:00 PM, MEMORIAL TRIBUTE government atomic testing in the 1940s and growth. TO ALAN CRANSTON, U.S. SENATOR 1969— 50s, and he fought to allow compensation for He helped strengthen the Resources Con- 1993, HART SENATE OFFICE BUILDING, ROOM subsequent medical effects of the exposure. servation and Recovery Act, the basic law 902, WASHINGTON, D.C. For more than a decade he fought to allow which allows the federal government to regu- Judge JONATHAN STEINBERG. On behalf of veterans legal rights to appeal VA decisions late hazardous waste material to insure that the sponsors, Senators Cleland, Simpson, on claims for benefits and ultimately suc- it is safely managed. Rockefeller, Kennedy, Feinstein, and Boxer, ceeded in establishing the United States He headed efforts in the Senate to break welcome to this Memorial Tribute to Sen- Court of Veterans Appeals. His very last day the filibuster mounted against Labor Law ator Alan Cranston. At the outset, I want to in the Senate, Alan Cranston was responsible Reform. express our appreciation to the U.S. Army

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3838 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 Strings for their Prelude musical offerings truly overjoyed at Max’s election to the Sen- One of the things I’m proudest of that we today. Also, thanks to C-Span for covering ate in 1996. I want to express my gratitude to were able to do, is put together something this event. This turnout today is itself a Max personally and to his staff, Bill called the Vet Center Program. Alan Cran- wonderful testimonial to the work of this Johnstone, Farrar Johnston, and Andy ston, since 1971, had been introducing in the man of the Senate, Alan Cranston, and we VanLandingham, for all of their help with Senate something called psychological read- are absolutely delighted that his family has the arrangements for this event. justment counseling for Vietnam veterans journeyed here from California to share in And now our first speaker, Senator Max and their families. It would usually pass the this Tribute—his son, Kim, and daughter-in- Cleland of Georgia. (Applause.) Senate, die in the House, and had no Presi- law Colette, and their child and Alan’s Senator MAX CLELAND. Thank you all very dential support; but I was able to talk to granddaughter, Evan, who graces the pro- much and thank you Jon Steinberg for being President Carter, we were able to put the ad- gram cover with Alan, and we are so happy uncharacteristically brief. (Laughter.) ministration behind this legislation. It that Alan’s wonderful, 91-year-old sister, I see so many of my colleagues here. Real- passed, and we were able to sign it into law, R.E., who wrote a biography about Alan, is ly my first real exposure to the United and I put together one of the very first Vet with us as well. States Senate came about because Alan Centers in 1980 in Van Nuys, California. Now, During his 24 years as a Senator, Alan Cranston cared. He was an unusual indi- there are some 200 scattered around the vidual. I visited the Dirksen Building here Cranston did much to better the lives of the country. Some three-and-a-half million vet- for the first time in December of 1969. I was people of his state and the people of this erans and their families have received coun- still basically a patient in the VA hospital country and all countries. You will hear seling through this program, and Alan Cran- system when I was asked to appear before much about those efforts and achievements ston was basically responsible. today. In my role, I am a proxy for the scores something called the Senate Subcommittee Let me just say that, in 1973, he helped to of staff who worked for Alan Cranston over on Veterans’ Affairs about how the VA was pass legislation that helped the disabled in his Senate career. I began in March 1969, al- handling returning Vietnam war veterans. this country, that required that federally- most at the beginning, and stayed 21 and a That meeting was chaired by a tall, lean funded buildings be made accessible, that freshman California senator named Alan half years. I’ve always thought that one promoted the hiring and advancement of Cranston. I really didn’t know him then, but could tell a great deal about the kind of per- people with disabilities by the Federal gov- it became the start of a three-decade friend- son someone was by how those who worked ernment. He established something called ship. most closely with him felt about him. I the Architectural and Transportation Bar- think it speaks volumes about Alan Cran- In 1974, I ran unsuccessfully for Lieutenant Governor in Georgia, and, other than my riers Compliance Board, which has the re- ston—and Alan is the way he asked his staff sponsibility for setting standards for accessi- always to refer to him—that so many worked own priority for my own race, my second pri- ority in the whole world in terms of politics bility and for assisting and forcing compli- with him for so long. In fact, five worked for ance with accessibility laws. I was named to him for his full 24 years; two others worked was to make sure Alan Cranston got re- elected in 1974. Actually, Alan was very kind that Board by President Carter in 1979. more than 20 years; five others for 15 years Throughout the remainder of the 70s, Alan to me, and brought me out to California, and or more, and three or four for 10 or more I got a chance to campaign for him and kind worked to revamp federally-assisted state years. I doubt that any Senator has sur- of clear out some of the cobwebs that I had voc-rehab programs, sponsoring laws that passed that record for staff loyalty and staff in my own mind about politics and about gave priority to the most seriously disabled. satisfaction. In 1980, he sponsored legislation to make Alan was wonderful to work for and with. life. We campaigned together and I found him just as inspiring and invigorating in some improvements in that program at the He was not a saint, of course, but he was a VA, and in 1990 he was a leading cosponsor of gentlemen, through and through. He gave re- that campaign as when I had met him in ’69. It’s amazing how life works. Little did I the Americans with Disabilities Act, which spect to get respect. To me he was a mentor, know that, as someone from Georgia, some- has been a pioneer piece of legislation, as we a teacher, an inspiration, and a friend. I one from California would be critical in my all know. loved him. I will always remember him. And continued service in public life. I did lose my I just want you to know that I wouldn’t be when I do, I will think back to our last meet- race for lieutenant governor in 1974 and, in the United States Senate, I wouldn’t have ing—at dinner on November 13. He was therefore, was unemployed. Christmas Eve, ever been head of the Veterans’ Administra- strong and vibrant and full of passionate 1974, I called my friend Jonathan Steinberg, tion, without the mild-mannered distin- commitment to the cause of the elimination and said ‘‘I just wanted to wish you the guished gentleman from the great state of of nuclear weapons. I remember our hugging happiest of holidays’’ and said ‘‘by the way, California. I mourn his passing, and we will goodbye. It was a great hug, but I wish I had if you’re looking for anybody who wants to miss him. God bless you. (Applause.) held on a littler longer. work, I’m available.’’ He said, ‘‘are you seri- Judge JONATHAN STEINBERG. Thank you A few announcements before we get to our ous?’’ And I said ‘‘I am deadly serious.’’ Well, very much, Max. Speaking of the ADA, I see speakers: First of all, I want to remind each it was Alan Cranston that made it possible Senator Harkin here. We welcome you. of you to please sign one of the guest books for me to get a $12,500-a-year job on the staff Alan referred to our next speaker as his in the lobby before you leave. I hope you’ve of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs Committee in best friend on the Republican side. They each gotten a program. If not, you can pick the spring of 1975. That was more money served together as their respective party one up on the way out. And also on the way than I’d ever made in my whole entire life. leaders on the Veterans’ Affairs Committee out, there is a paper on Senator Cranston’s I was there a couple of years and, in the and as Assistant Floor Leaders, or Whips, as legislative legacy in the Senate. summer of 1976, when a young man from they were also called. Another tall, lanky, Before I introduce our first speaker, I want Georgia named Jimmy Carter seemed like he hairline-challenged Alan, former Senator to note the presence here—now or expected— was destined to win the Democratic primary, Alan K. Simpson of Wyoming. in addition to those who will speak, of many Alan Cranston talked to me and said ‘‘I Senator ALAN K. SIMPSON. Jonathan and distinguished members of the Senate and think you ought to be the new head of the former colleagues and friends and family, House: Senator Rockefeller, who is one of Veterans’ Administration.’’ That scared me Kim, Colette, Evan, and Eleanor, and Cabi- our sponsors; Senator Lugar, Senator Leahy, to death. I said, ‘‘well, if you really think I net members, including one Norm Mineta, Senator Dodd, Senator Bingaman, Senator can do it, let’s go for it.’’ He talked to Sen- who I met at the age of 12 in the war reloca- Sarbanes, Senator Dorgan, former Senator ator Nunn and talked to Senator Talmadge. tion center at Hart Mountain. He was behind DeConcini, and Representatives Waxman, By the August convention of the American wire, I wasn’t, and I should have been and he Filner, Roybal, Capps, and Harmon. Also Legion, a convention in Seattle, Senator shouldn’t have. (Laughter.) But, anyway, it’s with us is former Senator Harris Wofford, Cranston pulled Jimmy Carter aside and said a long, wonderful friendship, with a guy I who spoke so eloquently at the Grace Cathe- ‘‘I have two requests.’’ I don’t know what the love, and I’m so damn proud of you, pal, even dral in San Francisco on January 16, and other one was, but he said ‘‘the second one is when you did that when you were in Boy Mark Schneider, former Director of the to make Max Cleland head of the VA.’’ And Scouts, I’ll never forget. (Laughter.) Peace Corps, which Harris Wofford was in- Jimmy Carter replied, ‘‘I love Max Cleland.’’ Well, it’s a great honor and privilege to strumental in starting, in which Senator So President Carter wound up in January honor my old friend. To be asked is very, Dodd served as a volunteer in Central Amer- 1977 as President of the United States, and very moving to me, and I want to share just ica, and in which Alan Cranston believed so Alan Cranston wound up as Chairman of the a few memories and thoughts about a very deeply. We are also honored to have the pres- Veterans’ Affairs Committee, and I only had special friend. I came to the Senate in ’79. Al ence of three Cabinet members, all from two friends in Washington; one was Presi- was Chairman of the Veterans’ Affairs Com- California—Secretary of Transportation Nor- dent, and the other was Chairman of the Vet- mittee, and that’s when I first met Max. I man Mineta, Secretary of Agriculture Ann erans’ Affairs Committee. (Laughter.) So I said, ‘‘Max, you have a wonderful job there, Veneman, and Secretary of Veterans Affairs was nominated in March of 1977, as the Secretary of Veterans Affairs; veterans never Tony Principi. youngest head of the Veterans’ Administra- pick on each other—ha, ha, ha.’’ Well, any- Our first speaker has timed it impeccably. tion, and, thanks to Alan Cranston, I was way, it was an interesting time, Max, wasn’t (Laughter.) Our first speaker is, fittingly, confirmed in record time, and took over that it? Well, enough of that. Butch is here and he the lead sponsor of today’s tribute. Simply agency, with really the support of Jon Stein- would correct anything that I said. But it put, Alan Cranston loved Max Cleland—as do berg and Alan. They were my constant fell to my pleasant luck to soon become the I. They first met in 1969, and I’m sure Sen- guides, and sometimes spurs, and encouraged ranking member in 1980, the Reagan Admin- ator Cleland will talk about that. Alan was me all the way. istration. Well, I knew who Al was, I knew of

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00042 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3839 his journalistic prowess, of his warning to very special, and it can be that way again. I ranged your schedule to come down here his countrymen about Adolf Hitler, and the urge it upon you all. Anyway, he ran for from New York and we know you have to two versions of ‘‘Mein Kampf’’, one for do- President, he gave it his all, as he did in leave to go back there. mestic consumption and one for the naı¨ve every phase of his life, but the brass ring We’re going to show a very short film now, and the unwary, and Alan was sending out eluded, eluded his grip, and he came back to it’s only two or three minutes, but we the alert. I knew of his athletic achieve- his Senate home, his pride intact. The only thought we ought to have Alan with us. ments and his stamina, and I very soon time I really, really flustered him, I was Film learned of his powerful loyalty to America’s flush with power. Now a member of the ma- NARRATOR. Moscow, Winter, 1998. veterans. jority, the fever of the majority burned in VOICE. Alan, you don’t wear a coat in the He was so cordial to me, and his staff, so my bosom like a hot Gospel. I ambled over to Russian winter? very helpful to this new, pea-green freshman. his offices, his spacious offices, great view, ALAN CRANSTON. I don’t believe in them. And what a staff it was: Jon Steinberg, Ed two fireplaces, couches, cozy chairs, comfort, VOICE. He doesn’t believe in them. It’s like Scott, Bill Brew, Babette Polzer. Well, I oh, and I said ‘‘Al, yes I think this will do John Kennedy, it’s ... sought their counsel, and plumbed their ex- very nicely [(laughter)] for my new Whip of- NARRATOR. That was Alan in retirement. pertise. Al would occasionally check up on fice.’’ And the blood drained from his face. For most people, a time to slow down. But at me, ‘‘how are you? Can we be of more help?’’ And I said: ‘‘No, no, just kidding, Al. You 84, as he approached the Russian Duma, Alan I said, ‘‘I need a lot more help.’’ But then I represent millions, I represent thousands. Cranston was a man on a lifelong mission. built my own staff. And, oh, to all of you But when the wind shifts around here, and ALAN CRANSTON. I got into all this way who will be deprived of staff one day. Staff you Dems have the horses, don’t let ‘em back shortly after Hiroshima and Nagasaki. I met Albert Einstein. He told me, as he told deprivation is a serious issue (laughter); it is come around my office with a tape measure others, that the whole human race could be the most shocking of the transitions (laugh- and some greedy looking guy with a clip- wiped out by nuclear weapons. I’ve been ter), and my wife, a beautiful woman of 46 board.’’ And he said, ‘‘it’s a deal.’’ And we working on it ever since. years, she said ‘‘Alan, your staff is gone, you had a handshake. Then the time came, and have no staff, they are not here, and I am not NARRATOR. And forty years later, after no one ever darkened my door, no trillions had been spent on weapons of mass one of your staff.’’ (Laughter.) But, there unworthies with tape measures ever came to was Biblical precedent for this, you look it destruction, Alan emerged with a collection see me. of allies that astonished even him. up in the Good Book, it says, ‘‘Jacob died So, we legislated together, we argued, we leaning on his staff’’. (Laughter.) Now, so ALAN CRANSTON. One very dramatic mo- collaborated, we joshed and laughed with ment, when Lee Butler, who had command of along came Ken Bergquist and one Tony each other, we took pleasure in confusing Principi, in those early years. Tony seems to all of our nuclear weapons, gave his first people. Same first name, same hairstyle; public address at the State of the World have moved along nicely in life, a wonderful ‘‘hairing impaired’’ is what we called it in human being with rare gifts, who has been Forum, in San Francisco, revealing the con- political correctness. Same gaunt, emaciated cerns he had developed about the whole de- bestowed again on the veterans and the peo- frame. Same gait, same grin. And, people ple of this country. He will be serving very terrence policy and the ongoing dangers would come up to me and say, ‘‘I just think from reliance on nuclear weapons. And, as he wisely and very well as Secretary of Vet- the world of you and you ran for President, erans Affairs, and I’m damn proud of you, spoke, presiding right next to him was Mi- and your views on the environment and nu- khail Gorbachev, the leader of the country too, pal. clear freeze thrill me to death.’’ (Laughter.) Tom Harvey then came on. But Tony and that we would have destroyed. At the very And I’d say, ‘‘No, no; I’m Al Simpson,’’ and end of this remarkable speech, Gorbachev Jon Steinberg became a very dynamic duo, they’d say ‘‘Not you!’’ (Laughter.) And Al they worked with Tom Harvey in those early and Butler stood up and embraced each said he got that in reverse about, you know, other. That was a very dramatic moment. years. And, as I say then, in ’80, I became in twice a month, too, so we would compare the majority, and the first call I received Two weeks ago, General Butler and I made that, and our constituents were often not in public a statement by 48 past and present after the election was from Al Cranston. Of alignment, you might imagine. But the best heads of state and some 75 other national course, who else? In that cheery voice, he one, though, and then I’m going to stop: Che- leaders from 48 nations, advocating specific said ‘‘congratulations, Mr. Chairman.’’ Well, ney, Gulf War, Secretary of Defense, he steps towards abolition. Despite these and I thought, the power, I felt the surge . . . called and he said, ‘‘we’re going over to a other favorable developments, there is sig- (laughter) . . . and I thought how like him to game in Baltimore; bring Ann’’, and we went nificant doubt, skepticism, cynicism, and do that. Well, we cranked out some good leg- over to the game, and 53,000 Oriole fans, outright opposition to much of this. So, islation together. With Sonny here, another ‘‘Hey Cheney, we love ya! Great stuff!’’ You plainly, there is much to do, and we have a dear friend on the other side of the aisle, and know, I said ‘‘Boy, this is getting bad in lot of hard thinking to do about what is in John Paul Hammerschmidt, then Bob here.’’ We left in the seventh inning and order. But let me say in closing that I do not Stump, those were men of my faith, my po- went back down through the bowels, where believe that we need to wait, and I do not be- litical faith. And Sonny used to sit next to all the guys, the beer drinkers and the cigar lieve that we can afford to wait, until the me and say: ‘‘Don’t do it pal. I know what smokers, were, and they went ‘‘Hey, Cheney, end of the next century, to fulfill the obliga- you’re going to do. Just shut up, won’t you?’’ baby, you’re all right—we love ya!’’ And I tion of our generation to all generations that (Laughter.) I know we’re not going to let turned to him and I said, ‘‘You know, they preceded us and all generations that hope- that get away now, Sonny. never treated you like this in Casper.’’ And fully will follow us, to deal with the threat Anyway, the changing of the guard went a guy from the audience said ‘‘Hey, I know to all life that exists and is implicit in nu- well. The only hitch was that all of the vet- the big guy, too; that’s Al Cranston!’’ clear weapons. Thank you. erans organizations had selected National (Laughter.) So, I can assure you he loved JUDGE JONATHAN STEINBERG. That film Commanders and Officers from California. that story (laughter), when I told him that. that was pulled together from a larger docu- Well, you know how that goes. And now their Well, he handled life well. Stuck to his mentary by George Crile, a former CBS pro- guy was gone, and the cowboy from Wyo- guns, worked through pain, met life full in ducer, who has developed documentaries on ming was in the saddle. Well that was very the face, as if in a track meet, headed for the nuclear arms for ‘‘60 Minutes’’ and CNN. We much fun to watch, I loved it. It was painful tape, and he loved that thrill. Many would are indebted to him and the Global Security for Jonathan, but I loved it. And we were have buckled; not Al. The pain of loss of the Institute, of which Alan Cranston was Presi- able to, when I took over, we were able to Presidency, the pain of loss of family mem- dent, for making that film available to us. get Steinberg’s statutory language down to bers, the pain of loss of Norma to Parkin- And now we will go a little bit out of order, one paragraph in one page. We never let him son’s Disease that withered her, that with- and hear from one of this event’s sponsors, go two pages with one paragraph. And he had ered their union. The pain of cancer, the pain the Senior Senator from California, whose a tendency to do that. of accusation and assault by the media, the work with Alan Cranston goes back many, Then, in 1984, I was honored to become the pain from his peers at that time; we talked many years and who, among many other Assistant Majority Leader, and who was the about that, oh yes we did, of that sense of achievements, carried on successfully with Assistant Minority Leader? Al Cranston. We being singled out, very painful. some very important environmental initia- worked closely together. We enjoyed each And he left the Senate and went on to vital tives that Senator Cranston began. other, we trusted each other. We gave good other things, and meaningful things in his Senator Dianne Feinstein of California. support and counsel to Bob Dole and George life, undaunted, head high, smile on his face, (Applause.) Mitchell, and we thought it was a silly idea, fire in the belly, finishing the course laid Senator DIANNE FEINSTEIN. Thank you but that we oughta make things work. And out. And we knew on one unknown day he very much. Thank you. It’s really a great even when Al was running for President, would be taken from us. And we shall miss honor and a privilege to be here. I just want imagine me, being the ranking member of a him. But not mourn him. For he was a man to recognize two members of the California committee with Kennedy and Hart and Cran- of vigor and joy and vision. And my life is House delegation that came in. First is Lois ston, all three of them running for President. much richer for having shared a significant Capps, from the Santa Barbara area, and I went to them and I said ‘‘you cannot use piece of it with Alan Cranston. A race well Jane Harmon, from the southern Los Ange- these chores of mine for your great cycle, run, my old friend. God rest his soul. (Ap- les area. And I’m not sure whether Paul and I won’t ever use the committee to em- plause.) Wellstone and Jeff Bingaman were intro- barrass you’’ That’s the kind of friendship I Judge JONATHAN STEINBERG. Senator Simp- duced earlier, but I want everybody to know had with Ted, with Al, with Gary, it was son, we greatly appreciate your having rear- that they’re here, too.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00043 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3840 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 Alan Simpson is a hard act to follow, seven-year granddaughter Evan, who is here felt about injustice to anyone anywhere. And there’s no question about that. I look at life today. And I think, for my granddaughter, his leadership in the battle against apartheid this way: That we’re here but for an instant for Barbara’s grandson, and for all of us, who in South Africa was indispensable. in an eternity. No one really knows when really look at this land and want to do what Throughout his brilliant career, the causes that instant is over, and the only thing that we can to protect it. of civil rights and human rights were central really matters is what we do with that in- This was a very special Californian. And to Alan’s being and his mission—and Amer- stant. Because, when it’s over, there’s noth- life wasn’t always easy for Alan, either. But ica and the world are better off today be- ing we can take with us other than the leg- I think his ability to keep his eye on the cause Alan Cranston passed this way. acy, leave behind. Alan Cranston first came goal, to establish what he established, A key part of all his achievements was his into my life in 1962, and that’s when I first whether it was from the translation of Mein unique ability to translate his ideals into met his sister, R.E., and it was in his cam- Kampf, to his work against nuclear devasta- practical legislation. Few if any Senators paign for State Controller; believe it or not, tion, to his environmental record, Alan have been as skilled as Alan in the art of it was the first campaign for which I ever Cranston truly lived that instant in eternity, constructive legislative compromise that volunteered, and so I’ve always kind of taken and he has truly left us a good legacy. Thank fairly leads to progress for the nation. a special interest in a lot of his achieve- you very much. (Applause.) He was a vigorous supporter of the Peace ments. From that point on, I found this Judge JONATHAN STEINBERG. I’m sure there Corps, a strong overseer of its performance, former long distance runner really to be a are others that I failed to mention. I thank and a brilliant advocate for all the Peace tireless workhorse for all Californians, and, Senator Feinstein. I know that Senator Reid Corps Volunteers. He was a champion for as a matter of fact, for all Americans. This is also here, and again I apologize if I missed health coverage for returning Volunteers, was a man who really loved the intricacies of anyone. and one of the first to understand that good the legislative process. He was the consum- No Senator has worked on more causes health coverage had to include mental mate vote counter. He possessed the uncanny closer to Alan Cranston’s heart and soul health services as well. ability to assess competing camps, to quick- than has Senator Edward M. Kennedy. I am In many ways, his first love was the Peace ly find where votes would fall and determine particularly grateful to him, because it was Corps, and I know that President Kennedy whether the best course of action was to through his chief counsel, Jim Flug, who is would have been very proud of him. Even be- fight or compromise. Unfortunately, neither also here today, that I was introduced to and fore he came to the Senate, he had his first my friend Barbara Boxer nor I really had an came to work for Alan in 1969. Senator Cran- contact with the Corps, as a consultant to opportunity to work with him in his nearly ston and Senator Kennedy served together Sargent Shriver. As Alan often said, he be- quarter of a century here in the Senate, but for 12 years on the Labor and Human Re- came involved because he was so inspired by I think these traits are legendary, I think sources Committee, which Senator Kennedy my brother’s vision of a world where Ameri- they’re known by all. chaired from 1987 to 1995 and again for 17 cans of all ages could work side-by-side with Alan Cranston yielded a whole array of days this year. peoples throughout the world to put an end wonderful accomplishments, but I want to Our next speaker, Senator Ted Kennedy of to poverty. just concentrate today on a few things in the Massachusetts. (Applause.) Because of Alan, the Peace Corps today is environment. And, in the true sprit of the Senator EDWARD M. KENNEDY. Thank you, thriving as never before—free of the partisan legendary Californian conservationist John Jonathan. To Kim, and Colette, and Evan, tensions that divide us on other issues— Muir, Alan Cranston became a very pas- and R.E.—let me begin by saying that I loved spreading international understanding of sionate architect of measures to preserve our Alan Cranston too. I will never forget the 24 Alan’s and America’s best ideals—educating God-given natural treasures. Alan Cranston years of friendship and leadership and new generations of young Americans about was the original author of something called achievement with which he graced the Sen- our common heritage as travelers on space- the Desert Protection Act. Shortly after I ate and the nation. And so it’s a special ship earth—teaching us about the beauty, won in 1993, and knew I was coming to Wash- privilege and honor for me to be part of this the richness, and the diversity of other peo- ington, the phone rang, and Alan said, tribute today. Alan is profoundly missed by ples, other languages, other cultures and ‘‘Would you be willing to take over the effort his family and friends, his colleagues in the about the enduring importance of the great- to pass a Desert Protection Act?’’ And I said, Congress, and by all those around the world est pursuit of all—the pursuit of peace. ‘‘Of course.’’ And we came back and we re- who pursue the great goals of hope and Near the end of John Bunyan’s ‘‘Pilgrim’s vised the language, rewrote the bill some- progress and peace. Progress,’’ there is a passage that tells of the what, changed some of the concepts, and I must say—I grew up thinking Cranston death of Valiant: moved it ahead. But, the basic originator of was a city in Rhode Island. But Alan taught ‘‘Then, he said, I am going to my Father’s. this, let there be no doubt, was Alan Cran- each of us that Cranston stands for some- And though with great difficulty I am got ston. The bill was filibustered, but we were thing else as well—the very best in public hither, yet now I do not regret me of all the lucky in the Senate, we got it through, and service. trouble I have been at to arrive where I am. it became a reality in 1994. And the legisla- Alan loved to lead behind the scenes—for My sword I give to him that shall succeed me tion created the largest park and wilderness 14 of those 24 Senate years with us, he was in my pilgrimage, and my courage and skill designation in our nation. Over six million our Democratic whip, and he wrote the book to him that can get it. My marks and scars acres, two new National Parks, Death Valley about the job. In those great years, we used I carry with me, to be a witness for me, that and Joshua Tree, and one National Preserve, to tease Alan about the position, because so I have fought his battle who now will be my the East Mojave. And so because of that, we few people outside Congress knew what it in- rewarder. have actually protected, well I said six, but volved. Since Alan was from California, a lot ‘‘When the day that he must go hence was it’s actually closer to seven million acres of of people thought the Minority Whip was the come, many accompanied him to the river- pristine California desert wilderness for all name of a Leather Bar in Malibu. (Laughter.) side, into which as he went, he said, ‘Death, time. Thank you, Alan Cranston. But seriously, Alan was a giant of his day where is thy sting?’ and as he went down He was also the lead sponsor of legislation on many issues, and his concern for social deeper, he said, ‘Grave, where is thy vic- which established the Golden Gate and the justice made him a leader on them all. We tory?’ So he passed over, and all the trum- Santa Monica National Recreation Area, the served together for many years on the Labor pets sounded for him on the other side.’’ Channel Islands National Park, a 48,000 acre Committee and especially the Health Sub- We loved you, Alan. We miss you. And we addition to the Redwoods National Park, and committee, and his insights were indispen- always will. (Applause.) the inclusion of Mineral King into the Se- sable. I always felt that if we’d had another Judge JONATHAN STEINBERG. Thank you, quoia National Park. He also sponsored Alan Cranston or two in those years, we’d Senator. twelve different wilderness bills that became have actually passed our Health Security Our next speaker was elected to the Senate law between 1969 and 1982. He helped close Act, and made health care the basic right for seat that Alan occupied when he retired in Death Valley National Monument to open- all that it ought to be, instead of just an ex- 1993. She and Senator Cranston collaborated pit mining. He helped craft the Endangered pensive privilege for the few. on many matters while she served in the Species Act, the Marine Mammal Protection Perhaps the greatest legacy that Alan left House of Representatives, and she authored Act, and with just two bills, on which he us was his able and tireless work for democ- with Senator Feinstein a lovely resolution of teamed with the late and wondrous Phillip racy and world peace. Every village in the tribute to Senator Cranston that was adopt- Burton of San Francisco, the Omnibus Parks world is closer to that goal today because of ed by the Senate on January 22. On behalf of Act of 1978, and the Alaska Lands Act of 1980, Alan. No one in the Senate fought harder or Alan’s family and his extended family and as much acreage was placed under federal more effectively for our nuclear weapons all his friends, we express our gratitude for protection as all the park lands created ear- freeze in the 1980’s, or for nuclear arms con- this most gracious action. lier in the twentieth century combined. trol. His hope for a nuclear-free future still Senator Barbara Boxer of California. (Ap- So, I can truthfully say, without his serv- represents the highest aspiration of mil- plause.) ice, America would have been a different, lions—even billions—throughout the world. Senator BARBARA BOXER. Thank you. To and certainly a poorer place, in terms of our I also recall Alan’s pioneering efforts to Alan’s family, beautiful family, and to my environment and the quality of life for many press for Senate action to end the war in dear colleagues who are here, it certainly of our citizens. Alan Cranston leaves a leg- Vietnam, and his equally able leadership for has been my honor for the past eight years acy of preservation that will be remembered civil rights at home and human rights to serve in the seat that was held by Alan and enjoyed and certainly by his beautiful around the world. We know how deeply he Cranston for 24 years.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00044 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3841 Alan was a deeply caring human being and If you look around today in the Senate, marks of this Memorial Tribute to Senator he cared even for those whose distant cries there are 13 women Senators from both par- Alan Cranston. were not always heard in Washington. ties. That’s just in this building. Next door— Alan and I became friends because he was From civil rights to arms control, from and we have a couple here—there are 61 Chairman of the Senate Veterans’ Affairs cleaning up the environment to improving women in the House. We are doing better Committee and I was Chairman of the House the lives of our nation’s veterans—Alan’s now, but as my friend Barbara Mikulski Veterans’ Affairs Committee, and we both work knew no geographic boundaries. But, often says, it takes the ‘‘Sir Galahads,’’ to enjoyed working for veterans and their fami- sometimes Alan’s legacy on women’s rights get us there, and Alan was definitely a Sir lies. Alan was a veteran of World War II and gets overlooked and that is what I’m going Galahad. had really a good feel for veterans issues. to speak about today. I’m just going to tell you one quick per- You know, at first, I was a little uncom- From his earliest days in the Senate, Alan sonal story, and then I’ll end. Alan decided fortable working with the great Senator made improving the lives of women a pri- to retire, I ran for the seat and won the seat, from California. I am kinda the hand-shak- ority. In 1969, he supported the Equal Rights and about a year later, he made an appoint- ing, pat-on-the-back congressman whereas Amendment. Remember the ERA. It failed. ment to come to see me. Now, I know this, Alan was in great physical shape, and he But, in 1972 he became a proud cosponsor the family must know this, but unlike the would look down on me and say ‘‘I am sure again of the ERA, and it passed. But he Whip’s office, which someone else must have we can work together’’ and we did. didn’t stop there—he wrote letters and he decorated, Alan’s personal office here in the He had a couple of veterans functions out got on the phone to California legislators Hart building was not the most beautiful in California and asked me to come out. considering the measure, urging their sup- place, because this was not important to Going from one veterans meeting to an- port, and his work paid off and California Alan. It was dark; it was dark leather and other in different towns in California, we ratified it that same year. Unfortunately, dark walls and the blinds were drawn, and stopped at this restaurant, and he said they not all the states followed suit. But Alan did that was it. Alan just saw it as a place to made the best vegetable soup in California. not stop his advocacy. He continued over the work—files all over the floor. So when I got People recognized him when he walked in, next decade to push for the Amendment’s into the office, I said: ‘‘Let’s brighten it up. but Alan wanted the soup and didn’t work ratification and when time ran out, he co- Let’s bring California.’’ And I ordered all of the crowd, so to speak. sponsored another ERA in 1983 and another these green plants, and we opened up all the I said to Steinberg, ‘‘explain to me’’, and one in 1985, even before he knew he was going shades and we painted the walls peach and he did, in California you had millions of peo- to have a granddaughter. Alan would not we got peach and green fabrics, and I mean, ple and you just don’t work the crowds. give up. it was different. So I thought, you know, (Laughter.) So, I found out about that. He worked to eliminate gender discrimina- Alan was coming to see me about arms con- Alan did many good things for veterans, tion in the workplace. He was the principal trol, but I was excited that he was going to and I will mention a few. author of the Equal Employment Oppor- see what had happened to his office. And he He was the architect of the Veterans Read- tunity Act Amendments of 1972, which ex- came in and he sat down, and he sat there justment Counseling Act that Max Cleland tended protections against gender discrimi- and his first thing is, ‘‘You’ve got to be more mentioned. There are 206 centers to help nation to federal employees in the work- aggressive on arms control.’’ Now that’s the Vietnam veterans to readjust and Alan did place. And he was the very first member of first time anyone ever told me to be more pass this legislation in 1979. Congress to introduce legislation aimed at aggressive on anything. (Laughter.) But he He had a strong interest in veterans health eliminating wage discrimination in the fed- started to lecture me and, you know, time care and he passed legislation that gave eral workplace. went on, it was an hour, he still hadn’t said thousands of veterans more access to health Alan understood the challenges faced by a thing about the room. So, finally, I got up care. He pushed for more outpatient clinics, working mothers. He worked to provide child my courage, and I said, ‘‘So Alan, what do and more veterans use outpatient clinic fa- care for this nation’s working families, in- you think of the office?’’ And he looked cilities now and the VA, I’m happy to say, troducing some of the first ever legislation around, and he looked around, and he said, has been able to cut back on the number of to provide care both before and after school. ‘‘You moved my desk.’’ (Laughter.) That was hospital beds in our 172 hospitals, because of He knew that many kids were without adult it. Alan Cranston and our outpatient clinics. supervision, and I was so proud when under Alan said about his role as Senator, and I He was part of our team that established the Clinton Administration, we saw after- quote him, when he retired: ‘‘It has been a the U.S. Court of Appeals for Veterans school funding increase from $1 million in privilege I have cherished and for which I Claims and worked very hard for the upgrade 1997 to $845 million in 2001. Alan, you laid the can never adequately thank the people of of the VA to a Cabinet department. ground work for that. California.’’ Let me take this moment on be- Some member of Congress, and what a mis- He also worked tirelessly to protect a half of the people of California to say to Alan take he made, introduced legislation to tax women’s right to choose, authoring the Free- Cranston thank you and your work lives on. veterans disability compensation. Senator dom of Choice Act to codify Roe v. Wade. I (Applause.) Cranston went berserk, he killed this tax proudly carry that bill now. He pushed for Judge JONATHAN STEINBERG. Thank you legislation before it even saw the light of increased access to family planning services very much, Senator Boxer, and thank you day, and he was right. for low-income women and teenagers, and for being with us so long. I couldn’t help but Alan was very helpful in establishing edu- fought to provide medical care to low-in- note when you talked about women and forg- cational benefits for veterans who completed come pregnant women, who otherwise would ing the way for women, that the U.S. Army their military obligation, and, he saw to it have been left without it and would not have Strings that played at the beginning of our that the educational benefits go to the had healthy babies. ceremony today was composed of four actives as well as the National Guard and And he didn’t stop there. He sought to women from the U.S. Army. And no men. Reserve. level the financial playing field for women, I want also to acknowledge the presence As big as California is and the many gov- pushing for laws prohibiting discrimination here of Senator Daniel Akaka, of the Demo- ernment programs that the state has, I be- against women trying to obtain credit. And cratic Leader, Senator Tom Daschle, and of lieve he really enjoyed working for veterans we forget today when we open our mailboxes Senator Hollings of South Carolina. We ap- and their families more than other issues in and we keep getting all these applications preciate their presence with us very much. government. for credit cards, there was a time when a Known to all veterans’ advocates as ‘‘Mr. He was a friend of the veteran and veterans woman could not get any credit. We thank Chairman’’, our next speaker was the coun- organizations knew they could count on you, Alan, although we have to restrain our- terpart in the House to Senator Cranston Alan, and he came through for them. selves now and then. We appreciate the work and Senator Simpson as the Chairman of the We all miss him and know even in Heaven you did. Committee on Veterans’ Affairs in the other Alan has an exercise program going. (Laugh- Alan was responsible for the first appoint- body, as it is affectionately called. He and ter and applause.) ment of a woman to the federal court bench Alan had to resolve many sticky and tricky Judge JONATHAN STEINBERG. Thank you in California. I’ve personally, and I know issues over the 14 years that he led the House very much, Mr. Chairman. Dianne, we’ve recommended many women; Committee, and they were always able to do I want to note Senator Jeffords who has five of those that I recommended to Presi- so with congeniality and mutual respect. just joined us. We appreciate your being dent Clinton were nominated and confirmed. He has been a great friend to me person- here. Alan laid that ground work too. ally, as has been his Committee staff. I now Next, we will hear from a former colleague An advocate for equal education for young introduce Former Representative Sonny of Alan’s who knew him long before he be- women, he fought hard for Title IX of the Montgomery of Mississippi, ‘‘Mr. Chairman’’. came a United States Senator or held any Education Amendments of 1972, and you (Applause.) public office. He very graciously called last know what that is, equal opportunity for our Representative G.V. (SONNY) MONTGOMERY. Thursday to offer to say a few words in trib- children, for our girls in athletics. Thanks very much, Jon. ute to Alan. I now introduce former Rep- And the list goes on and I will stop there To the family of Senator Cranston, my col- resentative and Independent Presidential with it, because it could go on and on. But I leagues on this panel, cabinet members, candidate, John B. Anderson of Illinois. (Ap- stand before you today, as a Senator who is other distinguished guests, ladies and gentle- plause.) carrying on the progressive work of Alan men. Representative JOHN B. ANDERSON. Thank Cranston. His belief that women are equal I’d like to thank you, Judge Steinberg and you very much, Judge Steinberg, and my dis- has borne fruit. others for letting me participate in the re- tinguished former colleagues in both the

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3842 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 House and the Senate, distinguished mem- maintaining peace with justice, that we so many of us who later sought to run for po- bers of the cabinet, and Alan’s family. I would recognize the goal that he sought, of litical life in the State of California. count it an honor indeed to be included in world peace through world law. I think it’s rather fitting that we remem- the group that is privileged this afternoon to It’s been mentioned, I think, already, that ber Alan at this time. Because we can re- say just a few words about the career of this he served as President of the Global Security member when a conservative administration very remarkable man. You have already Institute, a non-profit organization dedi- came to this town twenty years ago and heard a great deal about his commitment to cated to disarmament and world peace. He sought to launch an attack on programs for the cause of civil rights, women’s rights, saw security not simply as an issue confined the poor, on women and the ill, on foster conservation, the environment, veterans’ af- within the narrow boundaries of nationalism care and adoption, on child health, on handi- fairs. I will not attempt to repeat the com- but as an issue that required the forging of capped education, and so many other pro- ments or the praise that could continue to be new bonds of global cooperation. grams that were targeted for elimination. heaped upon him for the efforts that he ex- And one of the last and most vivid memo- Alan and his colleagues not only led that erted in all of those fields. But, as a member ries that I personally have of Alan Cranston fight, but participated in it, stood their of the ‘‘other body’’ for 12 of the 24 years was less than three years ago, when the ground, and fought against those efforts, and that Alan Cranston served in the Senate, I Hague Appeal for Peace drew thousands of today, when we see a new administration ar- was well aware of the distinguished record peace activists from around the world to the riving in town, we’re no longer talking about that he had compiled in that body. And I Hague, to celebrate, to commemorate the the elimination of these programs, we’re would simply again state what has already one-hundredth anniversary of the first Hague talking about making them work better. We been remarked that earlier than most he saw peace conference. Alan was there as one of recognize the beneficiaries of these pro- the folly of our entanglement in Southeast the leading spokespersons from the United grams, and the benefits to our society. We Asia, and I remember his very clear and States. And again, one of the memorable ex- now see that, in fact, because of the fight clairvoyant voice calling for an end to the periences of that international meeting was that was made a long time ago, we now have struggle there. He called for more than that, to attend one of its sessions and to hear him a legacy of understanding the role and the for an end to the arms race. describe how he was even then busy working importance that government plays in so And it’s really to that vision that he had in on a book, a book on sovereignty, a book many American’s lives, and the necessity of this particular realm of international affairs that would seek to explain that, in this new it. We’ve heard it with respect to veterans, that I wanted to direct my very brief re- millennium, the old Westphalian theory of we’ve heard it with respect to the environ- marks this afternoon. Because, as a very state sovereignty was simply not sufficient ment, to women, and to so many others in young man he was gifted with a passion for unto the needs of our present age, and we American society. achieving peace in our time that was shaped had to reconceptualize that term in a way Many of us would think that if you look at as someone said about a former President, I that would allow the formation of demo- the last quarter of the 20th century in Amer- forget who it was, he had a vision that en- cratic global institutions that would carry ican politics, you would think of extreme abled him to peer around a corner of history, out the goals of disarmament and build a ideological behavior, you’d think of political to see what lay beyond. In short, he was, in- world in which peace could be achieved chaos, and you would suggest that not a lot deed, a globalist long before globalization through reliance on the rule of law. got done. But, as already had been men- had become a term used in common par- Those are the memories that I will cer- tioned here, if you look at the legacy and the lance. tainly carry with me, as inspiration for the workload and the work product of Alan And it was just two years after the found- remainder of my life, and I thank you, Alan Cranston, you would recognize that, in fact, ing of the United World Federalists in Ashe- Cranston, for the things that you did, both in it was a golden age of legislation for people ville, North Carolina, that young Alan Cran- the Senate, and then in those very important like Alan Cranston. He was able to put his ston at the age of 35 became the President of years when you carried forth your ideas and signature and his work into so many efforts that organization and served until 1951. One lived for your ideals as a strong member of that became the law of the land. I recall two of his mentors was the late, distinguished American civil society. (Applause.) of those, working with him as a colleague in Grenville Clark, who, along with Lewis B. Judge JONATHAN STEINBERG. I think that the House. One was in the 70s; in the late 70s, Sonn, wrote that very magisterial work on gave us all an important glimpse of the for- after five years of working together, of hold- world peace through world law. And that in- mation of Alan Cranston’s philosophy and ing hearings, site visits, talking with fami- deed was the vision that Alan Cranston had. thinking and I know that there are a number lies and children, we put together legislation He had a vision of a democratic world federa- of people from those early days in the United to deal with the problems of foster care, to tion that would emerge from what was then, World Federalists who are here today, in- children who were trapped in a system from when he was president of the United World cluding Neil Potter and Ted Waller, who which they could not escape, families who Federalists, still a very nascent United Na- worked with Alan so many years ago at the could not get their children back from that tions. He maintained that interest and founding of that organization. system, and the impact that it had on these served on the Board of Advisors of the World Our next speaker has served for 26 years in children. That law was later signed by Presi- Federalists Association until his recent the House of Representatives. He worked dent Carter, and it was Alan’s tenacity that death. very closely with Alan on many initiatives allowed us to get it through. Upon his retirement from the Senate in of significance to their California constitu- The other one of course, that’s been men- 1994, and this is the point, I think, that I ents and particularly to the children of their tioned here, is the California Desert. Alan wanted the opportunity to emphasize here state and the children of the entire country. started pioneering that effort so many years this afternoon, he did not regard his career We are very grateful that he has taken time ago, so many years before we actually con- as ended. I read the account of the marvelous to be with us throughout this entire cere- sidered it on the floor of the House or the memorial service conducted in San Fran- mony this afternoon. Senate. Where he walked over those areas, cisco just three weeks ago, in Grace Cathe- Representative George Miller of California. he hiked over them, he spent time with the dral, where his son was quoted as saying that (Applause.) constituents who were interested in them, he had said that ‘‘when the end comes, I Representative GEORGE MILLER. Well with the organizations that were trying to want to be able somehow to still struggle thank you, and to all of you, to family and preserve them. Kim has spent much time in across the finish line with my head up.’’ And friends, and colleagues. I am very, very that area. And, after Alan left the Senate, I he added to that that when the end came, he pleased to be able to participate in this me- managed the bill on the floor of the House. was still sprinting; he was not merely strug- morial to an extraordinary life, to clearly The opponents were numerous; we used to gling, he was sprinting in pursuit of the one of the leading California statesmen of have to have security and armed guards to goals that he sought. And he became a lead- the 20th century. go into the hearings on the California Desert ing and a very strong voice in civil society in My familiarity with Alan Cranston goes Bill. They held the controversial ones in the area that, at the end of his life, I am con- back long before my politics, when as a Beverly Hills, so that people would have vinced, lay closest to his heart. It was the in- young boy, I sat in the living room of our trouble getting there, it was a grand ploy. terest in disarmament, an end to the threat home and listened to Alan Cranston and my And it worked. But, in any case, the opposi- of nuclear war and the achievement of world father and many other California politicians tion in the House was incredible. We spent peace through world law. And he believed plot campaigns and create and organize the many, many, many, many days debating this that that could be achieved only through the California Democratic Council, which legislation, on again, off again, part of the application and the use of the same fed- changed the politics of California, changed day, into the night. They filed numerous eralist principles that had inspired the the Democratic Party in California, amendments, all of which had unlimited de- Framers of our Constitution to write a Con- launched their careers, and later the careers bate time. They had a coterie of people who stitution that would bring about peace and of so many other progressive politicians in would speak on every amendment for the domestic tranquillity among the then 13 the State of California. It was a profound or- maximum time allowed, so that they could independent sovereignties who had found ganization, in terms of its influence in Cali- delay this bill and not see it enacted. I called that under the Articles of Confederation fornia. In the post-war, in the conservative Alan and I said, ‘‘Alan, we’ve got to accept their bonds of unity had become frayed. And years, it was an organization, that led by some amendments to speed this along. The it was Alan’s belief, building on that histor- Alan, would speak out on nuclear arms con- members of the House are starting to call me ical fact, that only with a restructured and trol, on civil rights, on the rights of labor— Moses, they’ve said they’ve been in the an empowered United Nations, one capable of these issues that became the cornerstone for desert for so long on this legislation.’’ I said,

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3843 ‘‘Some of these amendments, what can we sprinted through the United States Senate, first to fight for the recognition of post-Viet- accept to narrow this down’’, and he said, always with a yellow pad in his hand and a nam stress syndrome, a leader in insisting, ‘‘None’’. And I said, ‘‘Alan, this is the House, felt-tip pen, covered with ink, with more together with Sonny Montgomery, on the ex- it will never stop’’, and he said, ‘‘None’’. He things on that pad to do in one day than tension of coverage under the VA, under the said ‘‘We can’t accept them’’. I talked to him most of us would venture to accomplish in a GI Bill. And when the Agent Orange issue about a couple of amendments to move the week or a month, and he got them done. And came to the fore, Alan insisted on getting boundaries, he said, ‘‘No, I’ve been there; I’ve always with this incredible, mischievous answers from a government that was unre- been there and if you go to the bottom of twinkle in his eye. He had fun advocating sponsive. He made sure that veterans and that canyon, you’re going to find a little and challenging the system. their families got the care that they needed. spring down there—most people don’t know One of the most enduring images of Alan Under his leadership, together with his part- it exists. You can’t put that outside the would be at the Iowa caucuses in 1984 at the ner in the House, they increased GI Bill ben- park, that’s going to have to be in.’’ Well, Holiday Inn in Keokuk, Iowa, where he was efits for Vietnam veterans—and I tell you it’s turned out he was right. Dianne managed seen sprinting barefooted down 40-meter that that was a time when veterans too often the bill on the Senate floor, and Bill Clinton hallways, then he’d walk back, and he’d re- had to fight for what was their simple due, signed it into law, and now it’s one of our peat the exercise for about 40 minutes. And whether it was a memorial here in Wash- leading attractions in the nation and cer- I think that understanding that, we can un- ington, or simply to have the government tainly in the State of California. Those who derstand why it was no coincidence that recognize that it was a war, and not simply opposed it are now seeking authorizations Alan’s favorite hotel was the Chicago O’Hare a conflict. Alan’s leadership made all the dif- and appropriations for visitors centers and Hilton, where they had 250-meter hallways. ference. It’s a sad truth in our history that various support systems for the park. (Laughter.) a weary nation indeed seemed eager to turn (Laughter.) The Chambers of Commerce now Three weeks ago in California, we had a its back on the entire war by also turning its think that this is a cash register and they’d tender goodbye to our friend, this sprinter, back on so many veterans. It should forever like to have it expanded, they’d like to have at a memorial service—calling to mind the be a source of pride to the Cranston family the boundaries expanded, they’d like to have many ways in which he enriched our lives that Alan was chief among those who in- the protections upgraded, so that more visi- and this country. sisted that America honor that service and There in the Grace Cathedral, we heard tors would come and bless their economy. It keep faith with sons who left pieces of them- Colette Cranston say that in death Alan was Alan Cranston’s foresight that brought selves and years of their lives on the battle- Cranston ‘‘has become my Jiminy Cricket— that about. field in Vietnam. that little voice in [her] conscience that You know, the political mentor to so many This was a man who fought with extraor- says, ‘Colette, think before you leap.’’’ It of us, Phil Burton, used to say to us that dinary passion for everything. And he fought would not be an exaggeration to say that when you came to the House or you came to at the most difficult of times. Not just for that warning was a characteristic of Alan— the Senate, that it was a privilege and it was veterans, but as we’ve heard from others think before you leap, and, most of all, he an honor, and you had to pay the rent, you today, he fought against all that war rep- wanted us to think, he wanted us to look, had to pay the rent all the time to stay resents—remembering that war, and the kill- and, by God, he wanted us to leap. He im- there. And I think that Alan fully under- ing that follows it, is the ultimate failure of plored us to put a public face on policy. He stood that while this clearly was the world’s diplomacy. wanted us to think not in terms of statistics most exclusive club, he still had to pay the Alan Cranston was above all else a man of and numbers and programs, but in terms of rent, and he did over and over and over peace. And he was a man of peace not as a people; and the people he spoke of most again, on behalf of so many Americans, on matter of public policy, but as a matter of often, as all of my colleagues who served behalf of our environment, on behalf of world personal passion. Remember: This was a man with him will remember, were senior citi- peace, on behalf of human rights. He paid the who, in 1934, found himself in the same room zens, children, those without decent housing, rent constantly to earn his right to stay here as Adolf Hitler. Five years later, he wrote a immigrants, those in need of a helping hand and to work and to work and to work on be- critical English translation of Adolf Hitler’s regardless of race or religion. He was a moral half of all of us. And I think we should thank ‘‘Mein Kampf’’ in an effort to reveal the Ger- voice, a voice of conscience, someone who him, for all of the fights that he made, and man leader’s true plans. And he wore Hitler’s understood that even as he remained vigilant all of the ground that he stood, on behalf of ensuing lawsuit as a badge of honor, proud in defending the needs and wishes of his America, and all of its people. Thank you that he had stood up to try and warn the home state of California, he was also a global very much, Alan. (Applause.) English-speaking world about the evils of citizen and he knew and felt the responsibil- Judge JONATHAN STEINBERG. Thank you, Nazism. ities of this institution, towards the rest of Representative Miller. Throughout the rest of his service he used Next, we will hear from a Senator who the world. public office to force Americans to listen to served on two Committees with Alan—Bank- Through four terms as a United States other prescient warnings—about nuclear ing and Foreign Relations—where they Senator, he also remained a man of enor- war, about the arms race, about hopes for shared many common interests. Senator mous humility—on his answering machine peace that he refused to give up even as oth- Kerry was a highly decorated veteran of he was simply ‘‘Alan’’—as he was to so many ers chose to beat the drums of war. Vietnam and a co-founder of the Vietnam who worked with him and knew him. And Senator Cranston came to his famous com- Veterans of America, an organization which this personal sense of place and of restraint mitment, as we learned from the film, after was to play an important role in the enact- made it easy to underestimate the contribu- meeting with Albert Einstein in 1946. And he ment of much legislation that he and Sen- tions that he made to the Senate, and to our left that meeting convinced that he had ator Cranston championed, particularly the country. Certainly he never paused long found his mission and he would indeed spend Veterans’ Judicial Review Act that created enough to personally remind us of the im- the balance of his life arguing that convic- the Court on which I am honored to serve pact of his service, of the history that he was tion before the world. along with another former Member of Con- a part of and the lives that he touched. gress who is also with us today, Chief Judge I first met Alan in 1971 when I had returned As a member of the Senate leadership and Ken Kramer. from Vietnam and many of our veterans a senior voice on the Democratic side of the Senator Kerry succeeded to the Demo- were part of an effort to end what we Foreign Relations Committee, he worked cratic leadership of the Banking Commit- thought was a failed policy in that country. tirelessly to reduce the nuclear threat. Obvi- tee’s Housing Subcommittee, which Senator In Alan Cranston we found one of the few ously, there were many of those efforts, but Cranston had chaired from 1987 to 1993. Also, Senators willing not just to join in public op- one of the most unpublicized was his effort I know that Senator Kerry shares the pas- position to the war in Vietnam, but to be- through the 1970s and 80’s, when he convened sion that Senator Cranston lived and come a voice of healing for veterans of the a unique group known as the ‘‘SALT Study breathed for ending the threat of nuclear an- war—a statesman whose leadership enabled Group’’. A senators-only gathering monthly nihilation. others, over time, to separate their feelings in his office, off the record, face-to-face to Senator John Kerry of Massachusetts. (Ap- about the war from their feelings for the vet- define the confines of the debate. He knew plause.) erans of the war. At a time when too many the impact that quiet diplomacy could have Senator JOHN KERRY. Thank you, Jona- wanted literally to disown this country’s on the issues, but on this issue above all that than. Kim, Colette, Evan, and R.E., it’s a own veterans, Alan Cranston offered them a he cared about the most. very special privilege to join with all of you warm embrace. He was eager to do some- He loved the Peace Corps, and he fought today in remembering the remarkable life thing all too rare in Washington: To listen— for it. He fought to attach human rights con- and achievements of our friend, Alan Cran- and he listened to veterans who had much to ditions on aid to El Salvador. He was a lead- ston. say, much of it ignored for too long. He hon- ing national advocate for the mutual As we’ve heard today, and as we all know, ored their pride and their pain with his sen- verifiable freeze. He was always an idealist Alan was a sprinter, a record-holding sprint- sitivity and his understanding. whose increase in political power, gratefully, er, who, in his sixties, was only two seconds That’s when I first came to see the great was always met by progress for the issues slower than he was in his twenties when he energy and the commitment that he brought that he cared about so deeply. It was not just set the records. And I think it’s safe to say to issues affecting veterans, especially those the work of a career, but the work of a life- that those who knew him well would agree of the Vietnam era. He was deeply involved time—and after he left the Senate, we all that he really sprinted through life; he on veterans’ health care issues, among the know the remarkable commitment that he

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3844 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 continued with Mikhail Gorbachev and ulti- time for him to run outside. But, when Alan, his granddaughter Evan and all the children mately in his founding of the Global Secu- challenged with the fact that maybe some of of our planet. rity Institute. the other hotel guests found it shocking to Kim. (Applause.) He did that because he sensed that the end find somebody so tall and long running down KIM CRANSTON. Thank you, all. Those of of the Cold War, with all of the opportunity the halls at 7:30 in the morning, the Senator you who were familiar with the legal pads that it afforded, which he understood, still replied, ‘‘well maybe I should start at 6:30 in- that Alan carried around and the black pens left us a world that was more dangerous, and stead.’’ (Laughter.) will be happy to know that Evan is over here he was haunted by the threat of nuclear ter- But Alan never complained about that busy making a ‘‘to do’’ list. (Laughter.) I’m rorism. We missed his voice in the debate on task. And for me, in Washington state, there not sure what it all includes. the test ban treaty, and we miss him even were lots of World Federalists, a lot of people Jonathan, thank you very much for help- more today. part of the nuclear freeze movement, a lot of ing to organize this, and everybody else who When he left the Senate, Alan reflected on people very appreciative of his efforts on the was involved in this, the Senate sponsors, his service and he said of his own legacy, environment. But Alan was also a very self- and each of the other speakers; I deeply ap- simply: ‘‘Most of all, I have dedicated myself deprecating person when it came to making preciate your kind and touching words about to the cause of peace.’’ a moment light. And I’ll never forget the Alan and his work here. It’s good to see all That dedication was real, it was lasting, time in Vancouver, Washington, where hun- of you, so many old friends. It’s sad under and the legacy of peace for a good and peace- dreds of people had showed up at eight-thirty the circumstances that we come together, ful man who gave living embodiment to on a Sunday morning, I think it was the but it’s wonderful to see you all again. I Culbertson’s simple, stubborn faith that Fourth of July, to hear his message about know how much Alan cherished your friend- ‘‘God and the politicians willing, the United the nuclear freeze. And when he mistakenly ship and collaboration over the years. States can declare peace upon the world, and called the host of the event, whose name was I was really truly blessed, I feel, to have, win it.’’ That belief was Alan Cranston—and ‘‘June’’, ‘‘Jane’’, and he heard a gasp from through the genetic lottery, ended up as it’s a belief still worth fighting for. (Ap- the audience, he quickly looked down at his Alan’s son, and had the opportunity to get to plause.) program and saw that he had mistakenly know him as my father, as my dearest and Judge JONATHAN STEINBERG. Our con- called her the wrong name, and all of a sud- oldest friend, and as a wonderful collabo- cluding speaker from this body is also one of den started pounding on his chest, saying, rator, mentor, teacher, and leader. And I its newest members. She traveled to Cali- ‘‘Me Tarzan! You Jane!’’ (Laughter.) Which know his loss as a leader is a loss we all fornia three weeks ago, as did Senator Kerry, put everybody at ease, and Alan went on to share. as he told us, to attend the ceremony at- give his very important remarks to a com- I’ve been reflecting over the last month on tended by over a thousand persons at the munity that I don’t think has seen since the many of the things that I’ve learned from Grace Cathedral in San Francisco. For rea- likes of Alan Cranston. Alan and our work together, living with him, sons that I know she will share with us, she And yet, when you run a Presidential cam- and a few things stand out that I wanted to will be—along with Max Cleland—a living paign, you also are a spokesperson for your share today. One thing that stood out for me was the remarkable style of leadership he legacy of Alan Cranston in the United States issues. But I never saw Alan take advantage had. Inside the program is the poem that he Senate. of that situation, where he was trying to Senator Maria Cantwell of Washington. make more than the situation called for. In carried, the Lao-Tzu quote, for most of his (Applause.) fact, he was very reserved in his comments. life, that really informed the style of leader- Senator MARIA CANTWELL. Thank you. To I remember being with him on August 31, in ship that he practiced. It concludes with: Kim and Colette and Evan and R.E., thank 1983, when the Korean Airline flight 007 was But of a good leader, you for allowing me to share this occasion to shot down. We happened to be in Anchorage, When his work is done, remember Alan and to have been there a few Alaska, at that time, and many of you prob- His aim fulfilled, weeks ago and to see so many of the friends ably know the various controversies that They will all say, and faces that Alan touched. arose out of that; 269 people were killed. And ‘‘We did this ourselves.’’ People today have talked about Alan’s leg- I remember waking up that morning to a And so today, we’re here, recognizing what islative career—the many pieces of legisla- press event where probably 200 different peo- we accomplished together with Alan. And so tion that will live with us for a long time. ple were there, including the national press, it’s an opportunity not only to mourn his But I’d like to share with you today maybe all wanting Alan to make a statement right loss, but to celebrate what we accomplished a different Alan Cranston that I knew as I away; because he was a Presidential can- together, and I think, beyond that, to recom- worked on his Presidential campaign in 1983 didate, because his remarks would be all over mit, and commit to the ongoing causes that and 1984. Some people might think running the news. And yet Alan had the self dis- we engaged in with him. for President is a glorious task, but it is a cipline not just to say something imme- Another lesson that has stood out in the very difficult one that I think Alan knew diately that morning, but to say, in a last month for me was something that I real- would help aid the cause and message that calming way, ‘‘let’s find out the facts, first.’’ ly remember when I first began hearing it he wanted to fight for. In fact, I’m not from And when I think about that as a human from him. I was told the central purpose of Washington state originally; it was Alan being, particularly in my new post and job, life was to make the world a better place, or, Cranston that dropped me off there in 1983. in which the world moves so fast and in as one of Alan’s heros, Martin Luther King, In fact, the first time I ever visited, I was a which people go about promoting their idea Jr., once said, ‘‘life’s most persistent and ur- part of his presidential campaign staff, in and concepts, the very human side of Alan gent question is ‘what are you doing to serve which he left me at SEA–TAC Airport in Se- Cranston remains with me, and I hope it does others?’’’ And it was certainly in that spirit attle and went on about his business to cam- with each of you. that Alan conducted his life and committed paign. But people who knew Alan knew that I talked to him in October of this year, in most of his public life. he jumped into that race to deliver a mes- which I was out campaigning in Bellingham, And, finally, one other thing that stands sage for the right reason. I was fortunate Washington, one of the last places I had to out very strongly for me, both in terms of enough to have read R.E.’s book about Alan, campaign with him, and I said to him, ‘‘Sen- the work that he did here in Washington, and and knew all the things that Alan had fought ator, you dropped me off here almost seven- to the work that he continued to do after he through in his life, some of the things that teen years ago, and you never picked me left Washington, was his recognition of the have been mentioned today. About being up.’’ And Alan reminded me that is was time extraordinary moment in history in which sued by Adolf Hitler for translating in next to work together. So I guess I say to Kim, we all live. In that regard, I just note that a to no time a version of ‘‘Mein Kampf’’. Being and Colette, and R.E., and to those of you friend commented after Alan had left the a pre-World War II journalist and being who are going to carry on the Cranston leg- Senate, that they had seen him, and they smart enough to understand what was going acy, that he left in each one of us a piece of said, ‘‘Kim, you know, he doesn’t seem to be to be advocated and running back to the that flame that he carried for so long. You slowing down, he seems to be speeding up.’’ United States and having that published. saw it on the film. It started when Albert And I think that was true, because he said to And all of the other wonderful things that Einstein said to him, ‘‘nuclear arms could me that he’d felt since he left the Senate Alan did in helping women, and on the envi- wipe out a whole race of people.’’ I think that he could really focus in on the things ronment; one thing I haven’t heard men- Alan started saying that from that moment that he was most concerned about, to devote tioned today is his work with Native Ameri- on, and reminded people about it until his 100% of his energy to those causes that were cans, which is something that I recognize. last days. And so I hope that each and every of greatest concern to him. And I think the But what was amazing about Alan from a one of you, as I will, carries part of that cornerstone of that was an understanding personal perspective, and you definitely get torch and flame that Alan had of self-dis- that we have entered a new age during our to know someone from a personal perspec- cipline, knowing that he was not the mes- lifetime, when we’re facing global challenges tive when you travel with him on a presi- sage, but the messenger, in helping this that can be addressed only at the global dential campaign, is that Alan was very self fight. Thank you. (Applause.) level, and that we need to come up with ef- disciplined. John Kerry talked about his run- Judge JONATHAN STEINBERG. And now we’ll fective new approaches for dealing with ning, and that was something that was very hear from Alan Cranston’s son Kim, who I those challenges. important to Alan on a daily basis. And, yes, know is committed to seeing that Alan’s life- After he left the Senate, the cause did con- I can attest to the fact that he did sprint in long commitment to securing world peace is tinue, most recently in the form of the Glob- the hotel corridors when you didn’t schedule carried on as his most important bequest to al Security Institute, which is continuing,

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00048 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3845 and it has a great board, and a wonderful di- ington, D.C. to compete in the national first prosecution under the federal rector, Jonathan Granoff, our CEO, who is finals of the ‘‘We the People’’, The Cit- ‘‘Three Strikes’’ law, and the first here today. And I would really urge those of izen and the Constitution program. I prosecution under the Lautenberg you who are here today who shared in those am proud to report that the class from amendment that prohibited convicted causes with Alan to look forward to opportu- nities to collaborate with us, because the Cheyenne Central High School from domestic violence offenders from own- work goes on, and Alan was just the mes- Cheyenne represented the State of Wy- ing a gun. senger. oming in this national event. The fine But Steve wasn’t content merely to In closing, I’d just like to say something I students in this class include: Joe do a stellar job on the day to day du- know Alan closed most of his speeches with, Bergene; Skye Bougsty-Marshall; Cory ties of United States Attorney. He be- which was, ‘‘I thank you for all you are Bulkley; Michelle Cassidy; Ryan Day; came a member of the Attorney Gen- doing, and urge you onward.’’ Thank you. Sara De Groot; Chris Heald; Nat Lint- erals Advisory Committee, serving on (Applause.) er; Steve Lucero; Geoff Luke; Caroline the working Group on Interior Enforce- Judge JONATHAN STEINBERG. Thank you, Kim. I know your father would be proud of Morris; Ben Silver; and Annaliese ment Immigration Law and on Sub- your personal actions to pick up the torch Wiederspahn. I would also like to rec- committees handling violence against and deeply moved by your words. ognize their teacher, Don Morris, who women, organized crime, victim crime, I want to close with some expressions of deserves much of the credit for the juvenile justice and Native American thanks to many people. Again, I want to class’ success. issues. In addition, he served as chair note how grateful all of us are to the spon- These young scholars worked dili- of the Midwest High Intensity Drug soring Senators and to all who spoke so elo- gently to reach the national finals and Trafficking Area and has held forums quently and movingly about the man who through their experience gained a deep across Northern Iowa to educate citi- will live forever in my heart as ‘‘Alan,’’ as the most important influence on the lives of knowledge and understanding of the zens and help reduce methamphet- so many of us in this room today. fundamental principles of our constitu- amine use. The presence here throughout this entire tional democracy. When I think of all the work Steve ceremony of three Cabinet officials in this I am pleased to have had the oppor- Rapp has done for our state and our new Administration should remind us all of tunity to support the ‘‘We the People’’ country, I’m reminded of the words of Alan’s abiding belief that it was possible to program through my work on the President John F. Kennedy who once form an alliance with every Senator on one Health, Education, Labor, and Pen- noted, ‘‘Law is the strongest link be- issue or another, and of his commitment to sions Committee and the reauthoriza- tween man and freedom.’’ Steve Rapp do just that. Common ground and common tion of the Elementary and Secondary has worked tirelessly to keep the peo- sense was much more important to him than party affiliation or political philosophy. We Education Act. I am particularly proud ple of Northern Iowa and America free, thank the three Secretaries who joined us to note that the Better Education for free from crime and violence, and free today and helped remind us of how impor- Students and Teachers Act will allow to raise their families and live their tant those sentiments are for the welfare of schools, which choose to do so, to use lives in safe, secure communities. our country. federal funds to incorporate the We the Steve has been honored by groups There are an enormous number of people People program into their study of ranging from the Afro-American Com- who volunteered their time and did just in- civics and American government. munity Broadcasting to the NAACP to credible work to make this tribute as suc- I once again want to congratulate the Black Hawk County Legal Secre- cessful and meaningful as we hope that it taries Association. And it is my pleas- has been. If I leave anyone out, I apologize— Don Morris and these students from as I do, and as I did before, if I left out any Cheyenne Central High School.∑ ure to add myself to that list and offer former officeholder, who I should have recog- f my deepest gratitude for his long and nized earlier. So, I offer special thanks, on distinguished record of service.∑ TRIBUTE TO STEPHEN J. RAPP behalf of the family and myself, alphabeti- f cally, to Zack Allen, Bill Brew, Fran Butler, ∑ Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, I’d like Monique Ceruti, Kelly Cordes, Chad Griffin, to take a few minutes to honor Ste- RECOGNITION OF THE 125TH Bill Johnstone, Susanne Martinez, Katie phen J. Rapp, United States Attorney BIRTHDAY OF ST. MARY PARISH O’Neill, Dan Perry, Valerie Rheinstein, Alex- for the Northern District of Iowa. OF NEW BALTIMORE, MICHIGAN andra Sardegna, Ed Scott, Martha Stanley, Steve Rapp has been a trailblazer in ∑ Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, I ask that Loraine Tong, Joel Wood, and one most spe- cial person, Elinor Tucker, without whose my home state of Iowa since he began the Senate join me today in congratu- highly efficient logistical support we would his career in public service in his early lating the St. Mary Parish of New Bal- never have made it to this point. I thank twenties. Back in 1972, he won a seat in timore, MI on their upcoming one hun- Senator Rockefeller for allowing her to put our House of Representatives, and at dred and twenty-fifth anniversary. in so much time and effort and to do so in the tender age of twenty-five, he came Since 1876, the St. Mary’s has been such an effective way. Finally, an even more within a hair’s breadth of winning the serving the spiritual needs of it’s con- personal thanks to my wife, Shellie, for help- Third District Congressional seat. He gregation as well as the community at ing to keep me on an relatively even keel did eventually join us on Capitol Hill a large. over the past month as this event was pulled The history of St. Mary Parish is too together. few years later when he served as Staff And, finally, thanks to all of you who Director and Counsel of the U.S. Sen- long and rich for me to recount here in joined us in tribute today to Senator Alan ate Judiciary Subcommittee on Juve- full, but it is important to point out McGregor Cranston, a great American who nile Delinquency. that New Baltimore has been home to lived his life by the philosophy of a Chinese After his stint in Washington, Steve a Catholic community since 1805, when poet Lao-Tzu, whose words on leadership, returned to Iowa and served another ‘‘horseback priests’’ from Canada and printed in today’s program, Alan carried four years in our House of Representa- Detroit would come to minister in pri- with him every day. tives where he distinguished himself as vate homes. It was in 1876, as America That concludes this Tribute. Please re- was celebrating its centennial, that Fa- member to sign the guest book, and thanks a leader on anti-crime legislation. again for coming. And we’ll go out to the Steve was instrumental in passing our ther Aloysius Lambert was appointed theme song from Alan’s Presidential cam- state’s rape shield law and our strong the first resident pastor and the St. paign, ‘‘Chariots of Fire’’. (Applause.) anti-drunk driving regulation. And he Mary Parish was born. Father Lambert f wrote the law that forbids release worked to establish a church and chap- pending appeal of criminals who are el, a grade school and a rectory. Other ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS guilty of forcible felonies. important events in the history of the In 1993, Steve was appointed as a Parish include the mortgage being paid United States Attorney for the North- off and burned in 1938, the addition of a CONGRATULATING WE THE PEO- ern District of Iowa, and under his war memorial shrine in 1949, and the PLE PARTICIPANTS FROM WYO- stewardship, the Northern District be- completion of a new gymnasium in MING came a national torchbearer in crimi- 1951. This gymnasium would serve as a ∑ Mr. ENZI. Mr. President, on April 21– nal prosecutions. Steve filed America’s temporary church when the 83 year old 23, 2001 more than 1,200 students from first prosecution under Title II of the building burned to the ground in 1958. across the United States met in Wash- Brady Law. He also filed the nation’s In 1963, the cornerstone was laid in

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3846 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 what was now to be known as St. Mary tion will serve them well for years to to offer my deepest gratitude for his Queen of Creation. come. Congratulations to these out- considerable contributions.∑ The 1960’s also saw the creation of a standing students from my home f new mission for St. Mary Parish. A State.∑ HONORING BILL BRADLEY chapter of St. Vincent de Paul was f opened to serve the needs of the poor in ∑ Mr. KERRY. Mr. President, today we New Baltimore and seventh-grader TRIBUTE TO DENNIS H. BLOME celebrate the long career of dedicated Mary Jane Plague began a music min- ∑ Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, I would public service rendered by Mr. Bill istry. This legacy of community stew- like to take a few moments today to Bradley of Ware, MA. His deep love of ardship grew with the addition of Sis- honor Dennis H. Blome for his out- policy and politics has inspired me and ter Loretta Demick to the St. Mary standing work as United States Mar- many others, and I am fortunate to Parish in 1974. Sister Demick began shal for the Northern District of Iowa. have Bill’s friendship and counsel in what was known as Sister Loretta’s Before he even set foot in the U.S. my life. Closet, which helped feed the poor, el- Marshal’s office, Dennis Blome had al- This weekend, Bill’s friends and col- derly and infirmed of the Parish. Also ready distinguished himself with over leagues will gather to look back on 25 years of service to two United States in 1974, the former convent was turned two decades of dedicated law enforce- Senators, a Congressman, the US De- into a home for women who are devel- ment service. During these years, he partment of Agriculture and the people opmentally disabled. People with spe- took on just about every position in of Massachusetts. Bill retires from a cial needs are still being served in this the field of law enforcement, and he distinguished career of government building, and it is known as the Hori- performed them all with diligence, pas- service, most recently having held the zons Residential Centers. In the last sion and honor. post of Regional Director for the De- decade, the St. Mary Parish has ex- Dennis started out as a Deputy in the partment of Agriculture’s Rural Devel- panded outreach programs to help the Linn County Sheriff’s Office in 1971. He then took on the positions of Jail Offi- opment Program and today I join his homeless and those with HIV/AIDS. extended political family in this cele- Over the years, St. Mary Parish has cer, dispatcher and patrolman before bration. grown from a few families to thousands becoming First Deputy for Sheriff Wal- ter H. Grant. And he later served as The same interest and passion that of parishioners and along the way has Bill brought to his USDA service can Jail Administrator, Sergeant, Lieuten- dedicated itself to bettering the lives be found in earlier chapters of his life. ant and head of Detectives for the of everyone in its community. The As a freshman in high school, he pur- community of New Baltimore and all of Sheriff’s Office. In 1984, Dennis was elected as Sheriff, sued an early interest in politics by Macomb County have benefitted from working as a congressional page in and he took the lead in helping build a many good deeds and continuing works Washington D.C. in 1962, and his spon- new jail and provide critically needed of generosity that the St. Mary Parish sor was a son of Dorchester who went training for jail personnel throughout has undertaken. I trust that my Senate on to become the great Speaker of the Iowa. He was also an enthusiastic colleagues will join me in wishing St. U.S. House of Representatives, John W. member of the legislative Committee Mary Parish a happy one hundred and McCormack. Bill was a page through of the Iowa State Sheriffs’ and Depu- twenty-fifth anniversary, and hoping the next two years, and capped his ties’ Association and of the National that the next century and a quarter are early Washington experience by wit- Sheriffs’ Association. as fruitful as the last.∑ nessing Lyndon Johnson’s inaugura- Dennis’ passion for learning and tak- f tion in 1965. After graduating from the ing on new challenges led him to con- University of California and serving a RECOGNIZING THE STUDENTS tinue his education at the FBI Na- brief stint with the U.S. Forest Service FROM CENTURY SENIOR HIGH tional Academy, the National Institute SCHOOL in Alaska, Bill got his first job on Cap- of Corrections and Mount Mercy Col- itol Hill as a Legislative Aide for Con- ∑ Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, today I lege where he got his BA degree in gressman Dale Milford of Texas during had the privilege to meet with twelve Criminal Justice and Psychology. He the Carter Administration. Soon he accomplished students from Century also took advantage of special training moved closer to his Massachusetts up Senior High School in Bismarck, ND, seminars through the National Sher- north to run a mobile office for my who are in town to compete in the na- iffs’ Conference and the International predecessor in this chamber, the late tional finals of the ‘‘We the Peo- Chiefs of Police. Paul Tsongas. From 1979 to 1983, Bill ple. . .’’ competition. This competition Dennis’ extensive job experience and traveled in this capacity through the focuses on the Constitution and the solid education served him well when same towns he would later serve Bill of Rights, and these students have he was appointed as United States Mar- through the USDA. Once established in worked hard to reach the national shal for the Northern District of Iowa Western Massachusetts with Senator finals. back in 1994. He focused his boundless Tsongas, Bill dug deeper into the issues These students are Adrienne energy on a number of projects, most closest to the heart of those commu- Buckman, Nicole Elkin, Jessica Fritz, notably, that of strengthening security nities, and soon his knowledge and un- Nathan Grenz, Gwen Hobert, Chris in our courthouses. Today, thanks to derstanding of the region and its needs Holzer, Reed Hushka, Whitney Dennis, our courthouses in Cedar Rap- was exemplary. Even greater was his KreingKrairt, Rudie Martinson, Paul ids and Sioux City have interior and passion to serve them. Nehring, Grant Neuharth, and Russel exterior camera systems as well as re- Bill coordinated these cities and Pearson. They are ably led by their cording systems and multiple moni- towns in my first Senate campaign in teacher, Jeff Aas, who also deserves toring systems. 1984 and later became the Director of credit for the success of the class. But even more important than what Constituent Services for my whole I am proud of this class and their Dennis accomplished is how he accom- state-wide operation. Throughout the dedication to this project. The Con- plished it. Dennis never considered any nine years he spent on my staff, he stitution is not just a historical docu- job to be ‘‘beneath’’ him. He was al- held positions that ranged from Direc- ment; it is the basis for our entire sys- ways willing to pitch in whether it tor of Western Massachusetts to Direc- tem of government. The brilliance of meant being present in court, trans- tor of Local Relations. In each posi- the Constitution lies in its flexibility porting prisoners or doing anything tion, Bill demonstrated the same te- which has allowed it to stand the test else necessary to keep the agency in nacity and dedication to improving of time. The Bill of Rights is a funda- good running order. His humility and people’s lives he carries to this day. mental part of our national culture and commitment to his work made him a It came as no surprise to those who has been the basis of freedom prin- popular leader. worked with and knew Bill that Presi- ciples that have been adopted in other Dennis Blome embodies all of the dent Clinton would recognize and em- countries around the world. highest ideals of public service. He’s brace these same qualities as he as- The knowledge that these students served our state with honor and loyalty sumed office in 1993. The President ap- have gained by studying the Constitu- for thirty years, and it is my pleasure pointed Bill to the position of Regional

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00050 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3847 Director for the Department of Agri- The mission of the Lighthouse is ad- law enforcement, and reaching out to culture’s Rural Development Program, ministered by three subsidiaries: help others follow after her. Her tire- and the success of his tenure is well Lighthouse Emergency Services, less work to stamp out crime and to known to everyone in the three-state Lighthouse PATH and Lighthouse bring women to the table in law en- region he served. He oversaw more Community Development. Independent forcement have made a lasting impact than 65 employees in six offices of one another, these subsidiaries on our state. throughout three states. The program’s would be an important agent for social Back in 1972, Phylliss became the successes throughout this time are nu- welfare and justice. Together, these first woman ever to receive a law en- merous; he worked with other agencies three branches are a comprehensive forcement degree from Des Moines and officials to obtain new fire trucks service provider that is able to assist Area Community College. She was then for the Palmer Fire Department, and individuals and communities as they hired as the first female patrol officer worked with Congressman NEAL and strive for betterment. in the Des Moines Department, and she the Ware Selectmen to help move the Lighthouse Emergency Services pro- remained the only female patrol officer police station to its current location. vides a full range of services including until 1977. She later became a Sergeant During his eight years of directing this food, housing, medical treatment and with the Special Crime Unit and with agency, Bill coordinated the distribu- clothing assistance to those who re- the Communication Section where she tion of over $870 million dollars in quire immediate assistance. The PATH helped with minority recruitment and rural housing programs that helped program combines a full-time resi- acted as a role model for other women rural towns foster and maintain eco- dency program with intensive case in law enforcement. nomic development. Concurrent with management that provides residents Phylliss then made the courageous this service, Bill was a Member of the with the assistance needed to form decision to continue and expand her Electoral College for the Common- clear and concrete goals for self-im- education, and she focused her energy wealth of Massachusetts, and I con- provement. As residents complete their on obtaining a Bachelor of General gratulated him along with his friends education or enter job training pro- Studies degree in 1984, an MA in Com- and colleagues as he cast his vote for grams, the Lighthouse PATH provides munications Studies in 1986, and a PhD the re-election of Bill Clinton and Al an array of services such as child care, in Communication Research in 1988, all Gore. from the University of Iowa. Throughout all of these national and legal assistance and domestic abuse In December of 1990, she became the State-wide efforts, Bill Bradley has counseling. The Lighthouse Commu- Support Services Manager of the Iowa maintained an iron-clad commitment nity Development program has worked, State University Department of Public to community and his neighbors. He primarily in Pontiac’s Unity Park Safety. As in all her previous positions, has served as Director of the Ware Co- neighborhood, to ensure that safe and she took the job to a new level, cre- operative Bank, and mobilized State affordable housing is available for low ating new crime prevention, security and Federal money through the Ware and moderate income families. Home and assault awareness programs. Community Development Authority. ownership can ensure the economic In 1994, Phylliss’ outstanding record His love of politics is surpassed only by well-being and stability of families and led to her appointment as a United music and his devotion to his wife, neighborhoods, and this program States Marshal, the first woman ever Linda, and I congratulate both of them makes home ownership a reality by to hold this position in the state of as they begin this new chapter in their providing home ownership classes, re- Iowa, and for seven years, she served lives. I have been very fortunate to habilitating abandoned houses and with distinction. She was instrumental have some of the best people I have building new homes. ever known be involved in my cam- The Lighthouse’s success at admin- in leading building renovations paigns and on my staff. Bill Bradley is istering these myriad programs has not projects in Des Moines and Davenport a credit to his community and the gone unnoticed. In 1990, the volunteers and in helping to finish up the Court State of Massachusetts. He has per- of the Lighthouse were recognized by Annex Building. She also led the initia- formed 25 years of public service with a then President Bush as the 376th Point tives to bring Iowa Communication professionalism and dedication that is of Light for their dedication and serv- Network access to the district. increasingly rare, and it is with great ice to their community. Lighthouse And she was a one-woman army when pride, respect and affection that I cele- PATH was a recipient of the Richard F. it came to getting funding for critical brate his contributions to the lives of Huegli Award for Program Excellence. projects in the district and to stretch- people throughout Massachusetts and In addition, Crain’s Business Detroit ing every dollar to its limits. In a few the United States of America.∑ made the Lighthouse first Runner-up years, she was able to automate the en- tire district with limited funding. And f for best managed non-profit of 1994. In 1997, the Lighthouse deservedly won during a time when the district was RECOGNITION OF THE LIGHT- this award. being hit hard by increases in prisoner HOUSE OF OAKLAND COUNTY, None of the Lighthouse’s many populations and decreases in bed space, INC. AND THE DEDICATION OF awards or important programs would she obtained a State of Iowa contract THE ROBERT H. & MARY G. be possible without the dedication and and greatly reduced the crisis need for FLINT CAMPUS OF CARING sacrifice of the many staff and volun- federal prison beds. ∑ Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, today I teers who have freely given of their In addition, throughout her career, want to congratulate and honor the time, talents and resources to make Phylliss has never been content to use Lighthouse of Oakland County, Inc., an this program the vital community her energy only in the workplace. She independent agency, that has served as asset it is today. I have mentioned only has contributed to organizations rang- a beacon of hope and opportunity for a small portion of the dynamic history ing from the Young Women’s Resource countless individuals. Residents in my of the Lighthouse of Oakland County, Center, the International and Iowa As- home state of Michigan will be gath- Inc. and the many ways in which this sociations of Women Police, Children ering this Thursday April 26, 2001 to organization has assisted its commu- and Families of Iowa and many more. celebrate the grand opening of the Rob- nity. I know my colleagues will join me She even managed to find the time to ert H. & Mary G. Flint Campus of Car- in honoring the Lighthouse of Oakland co-found the Iowa Association of ing. County, Inc. for its service to the peo- Women Police. The Lighthouse is a remarkable in- ple of Oakland County and the State of She has been honored by groups rang- stitution that began as an ecumenical Michigan.∑ ing from the Greater Des Moines ministry to assist seniors and low-in- f YWCA to the Des Moines Metro Wom- come families, but has grown to be- en’s Network to the International As- come a dynamic independent agency TRIBUTE TO PHYLLISS HENRY sociation of Women police and more. dedicated to providing vital services ∑ Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, Phylliss And it is my pleasure to add myself to that enable people to make the transi- Henry has been a pioneer in my home that list and offer my deepest gratitude tion from joblessness and despair to State of Iowa, shattering glass ceilings, for her long and distinguished record of independence and empowerment. blazing a bold new trail for women in service to our State.∑

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00051 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3848 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 EXECUTIVE AND OTHER tional security; to the Committee on Armed portunity and Diversity Program’’ (N 311.1) COMMUNICATIONS Services. received on April 18, 2001; to the Committee EC–1428. A communication from the Dep- on Energy and Natural Resources. The following communications were uty Under Secretary of Defense, transmit- EC–1440. A communication from the Assist- laid before the Senate, together with ting, pursuant to law, a report relating to ant General Counsel for Regulatory Law, Of- accompanying papers, reports, and doc- the notification of total obligations exceed- fice of Environment, Safety and Health, De- uments, which were referred as indi- ing $5.0 million in fiscal year 2001; to the partment of Energy, transmitting, pursuant cated: Committee on Armed Services. to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Explo- EC–1429. A communication from the Acting sive Detection Program’’ (N 473.7) received E–1417. A communication from the Direc- Assistant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, on April 18, 2001; to the Committee on En- tor of the Office of Management and Budget, Department of State, transmitting, pursuant ergy and Natural Resources. Executive Office of the President, transmit- to law, a report relative to overseas surplus EC–1441. A communication from the Assist- ting, pursuant to law, a cumulative report property; to the Committee on Foreign Rela- ant General Counsel for Regulatory Law, Of- on rescissions and deferrals dated April 19, tions. fice of Environment, Safety and Health, De- 2000; transmitted jointly, pursuant to the EC–1430. A communication from the Acting partment of Energy, transmitting, pursuant order of January 30, 1975, as modified by the Assistant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Non- order of April 11, 1986; to the Committees on Department of State, transmitting, pursuant discrimination on the Basis of Sex in Edu- Appropriations; the Budget; and Foreign Re- to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘VISAS: cation Programs or Activities Receiving lations. Documentation of Immigrants and Non- Federal Financial Assistance’’ (RIN 1901– EC–1418. A communication from the Dep- immigrants—Visa Classification Symbols’’ AA87) received on April 18, 2001; to the Com- uty Assistant Secretary of the Bureau of In- (22 CFR Parts 41 and 42) received on April 19, mittee on Energy and Natural Resources. dian Affairs, Department of the Interior, 2001; to the Committee on Foreign Relations. EC–1442. A communication from the Assist- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of EC–1431. A communication from the Acting ant General Counsel for Regulatory Law, Of- a rule entitled ‘‘25 CFR 183, Use and Distribu- Assistant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, fice of Environment, Safety and Health, De- tion of the San Carlos Apache Tribe Develop- transmitting, pursuant to law, a report rel- partment of Energy, transmitting, pursuant ment Trust Fund and San Carlos Apache ative to the progress made in an investiga- to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Sta- Tribe Lease Fund’’ (RIN 1076–AE10) received tion in Kenya; to the Committee on Foreign bilization, Packing, and Storage of Pluto- on April 23, 2001; to the Committee on Indian Relations. nium-Bearing Materials’’ (STD–3013–2000) re- Affairs. EC–1432. A communication from the Acting ceived on April 18, 2001; to the Committee on EC–1419. A communication from the Chair- Assistant Secretary of Legislative Affairs, Energy and Natural Resources. man and Chief Executive Officer of the Farm Department of State, transmitting, pursuant EC–1443. A communication from the Acting Credit Administration, transmitting, pursu- to law, the annual SEED report for Fiscal Director of the Office of Surface Mining, De- ant to law, a report relative to the proposed Year 2000; to the Committee on Foreign Re- partment of the Interior, transmitting, pur- suant to law, the report of a rule entitled fiscal year 2002 budget; to the Committee on lations. Governmental Affairs. EC–1433. A communication from the Sec- ‘‘Utah Regulatory Program’’ (UT–038–FOR) EC–1420. A communication from the Presi- retary of Energy, transmitting, pursuant to received on April 19, 2001; to the Committee dent and Chairman of the Export-Import law, the Annual Report concerning the Stra- on Energy and Natural Resources. EC–1444. A communication from the Acting Bank of the United States, transmitting, tegic Petroleum Reserve; to the Committee Associate Administrator for Procurement, pursuant to law, a report relative to a trans- on Energy and Natural Resources. National Aeronautics and Space Administra- action involving U.S. exports to the Turkey; EC–1434. A communication from the Assist- tion, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- to the Committee on Banking, Housing, and ant General Counsel for Regulatory Law, Of- port of an interim rule to change the NASA Urban Affairs. fice of Environment, Safety and Health, De- Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement EC–1421. A communication from the Presi- partment of Energy, transmitting, pursuant (48 CFR Parts 1812, 1823, 1852) received on dent of the United States, transmitting, pur- to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Guide of April 6, 2001; to the Committee on Com- suant to law, a report on the national emer- Good Practices for Occupational Radio- gency with respect to Colombia; to the Com- merce, Science, and Transportation. logical Protection in Uranium Facilities’’ EC–1445. A communication from the Acting mittee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Af- (STD–1136–2000) received on April 18, 2001; to Associate Administrator for Procurement, fairs. the Committee on Energy and Natural Re- National Aeronautics and Space Administra- EC–1422. A communication from the Chief sources. tion, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- of the Regulations Branch, U.S. Customs EC–1435. A communication from the Assist- port of a rule ‘‘Emergency Medical Services Service, Department of the Treasury, trans- ant General Counsel for Regulatory Law, Of- and Evacuations’’ (48 CFR Parts 1842 and mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule fice of Environment, Safety and Health, De- 1852) received on April 6, 2001; to the Com- entitled ‘‘Amendment to Wool Duty Refund partment of Energy, transmitting, pursuant mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- Program’’ (RIN 1515–AC85) received on April to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Soft- tation. 19, 2001; to the Committee on Finance. ware Quality Assurance’’ (N 203.1) received EC–1446. A communication from the Attor- EC–1423. A communication from the Chief on April 18, 2001; to the Committee on En- ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- of the Regulations Unit, Internal Revenue ergy and Natural Resources. tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Service, Department of the Treasury, trans- EC–1436. A communication from the Assist- port of a nomination for the position of Dep- mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule ant General Counsel for Regulatory Law, Of- uty Secretary, Department of Transpor- entitled ‘‘Applicable Federal Rates—May fice of Environment, Safety and Health, De- tation; to the Committee on Commerce, 2001’’ (Rev. Rul. 2001–22) received on April 19, partment of Energy, transmitting, pursuant Science, and Transportation. 2001; to the Committee on Finance. to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Depart- EC–1447. A communication from the Attor- EC–1424. A communication from the Chief ment of Energy Facilities Technology ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- of the Regulations Unit, Internal Revenue Partnering Programs’’ (O 482.1) received on tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Service, Department of the Treasury, trans- April 18, 2001; to the Committee on Energy port of a vacancy in the position of Adminis- mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule and Natural Resources. trator, Maritime Administration, Depart- entitled ‘‘Section 29(c)(1)(C) Solid Fuel Pro- EC–1437. A communication from the Assist- ment of Transportation; to the Committee duced From Coal’’ (Rev. Pro. 2001–30) re- ant General Counsel for Regulatory Law, Of- on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. ceived on April 23, 2001; to the Committee on fice of Environment, Safety and Health, De- EC–1448. A communication from the Attor- Finance. partment of Energy, transmitting, pursuant ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- EC–1425. A communication from the Chief to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Report- tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- of the Regulations Unit, Internal Revenue ing Unofficial Travel’’ (N 470.2) received on port of the discontinuation of service in act- Service, Department of the Treasury, trans- April 18, 2001; to the Committee on Energy ing role for the position of Administrator, mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule and Natural Resources. Maritime Administration, Department of entitled ‘‘Appeals Settlement Guidelines: EC–1438. A communication from the Assist- Transportation; to the Committee on Com- Excise Tax on Virtual Private Networks’’ ant General Counsel for Regulatory Law, Of- merce, Science, and Transportation. (UIL: 4251.03–01) received on April 23, 2001; to fice of Environment, Safety and Health, De- EC–1449. A communication from the Attor- the Committee on Finance. partment of Energy, transmitting, pursuant ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- EC–1426. A communication from the Chief to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Secu- tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- of the Regulations Unit, Internal Revenue rity Conditions’’ (N 473.6) received on April port of the designation of acting officer as Service, Department of the Treasury, trans- 18, 2001; to the Committee on Energy and Administrator of the Research and Special mitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule Natural Resources. Programs Administration, Department of entitled ‘‘Rev. Proc. 2001–17’’ received on EC–1439. A communication from the Assist- Transportation; to the Committee on Com- April 23, 2001; to the Committee on Finance. ant General Counsel for Regulatory Law, Of- merce, Science, and Transportation. EC–1427. A communication from the Dep- fice of Environment, Safety and Health, De- EC–1450. A communication from the Attor- uty Under Secretary of Defense, Technology partment of Energy, transmitting, pursuant ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- Security Policy, transmitting, pursuant to to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Exten- tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- law, the delay of a report concerning na- sion of DOE O 311.1A, Equal Employment Op- port of a discontinuation of service in acting

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3849 role as Administrator of the Research and EC–1462. A communication from the Attor- Transportation; to the Committee on Com- Special Programs Administration, Depart- ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- merce, Science, and Transportation. ment of Transportation; to the Committee tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- EC–1474. A communication from the Attor- on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. port of the return of a nomination for Assist- ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- EC–1451. A communication from the Attor- ant Secretary for Aviation and International tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- Affairs, Department of Transportation; to port of a nomination for the position of As- tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- the Committee on Commerce, Science, and sistant Secretary for Governmental Affairs, port of a vacancy in the position as Adminis- Transportation. Department of Transportation; to the Com- trator of the Research and Special Programs EC–1463. A communication from the Attor- mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- Administration, Department of Transpor- ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- tation. tation; to the Committee on Commerce, tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- EC–1475. A communication from the Gen- Science, and Transportation. port of the return of a nomination for Dep- eral Counsel for the Federal Emergency EC–1452. A communication from the Attor- uty Administrator of the Federal Aviation Management Agency, transmitting, pursuant ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- Administration, Department of Transpor- to law, the report of a designation of Acting tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- tation; to the Committee on Commerce, Officer for the position of Administrator, port of the discontinuation of service in act- Science, and Transportation. United States Fire Administration, Federal ing role as Administrator of the Federal EC–1464. A communication from the Attor- Emergency Management Agency; to the Railroad Administration, Department of ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation; to the Committee on Com- tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Transportation. merce, Science, and Transportation. port of a vacancy in the position of Assistant EC–1476. A communication from the Pro- EC–1453. A communication from the Attor- Secretary for Aviation and International Af- gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- fairs, Department of Transportation; to the ministration, Department of Transportation, tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Committee on Commerce, Science, and transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of port of the designation of acting officer as Transportation. a rule entitled ‘‘Establishment of Class E Administrator of the Federal Railroad Ad- EC–1465. A communication from the Attor- Airspace; Waynesboro, VA’’ ((RIN2120– ministration, Department of Transportation; ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- AA66)(2001–0065)) received on April 5, 2001; to to the Committee on Commerce, Science, tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- the Committee on Commerce, Science, and and Transportation. port of the discontinuation of service in act- Transportation. EC–1454. A communication from the Attor- ing role as Deputy Administrator of the Fed- EC–1477. A communication from the Acting ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- eral Aviation Administration, Department of Director of the Office of Sustainable Fish- tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Transportation; to the Committee on Com- eries, National Marine Fisheries Service, De- port of a vacancy in the position as Adminis- merce, Science, and Transportation. partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- trator of the Federal Railroad Administra- EC–1466. A communication from the Attor- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled tion, Department of Transportation; to the ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- ‘‘Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Zone Committee on Commerce, Science, and tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Off Alaska—Pollock Closure in the West Transportation. EC–1455. A communication from the Attor- port of a designation of acting officer as Dep- Yakutat District, Gulf of Alaska’’ received ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- uty Administrator of the Federal Aviation on April 6, 2001; to the Committee on Com- tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Administration, Department of Transpor- merce, Science, and Transportation. EC–1478. A communication from the Acting port of a vacancy in the position of Adminis- tation; to the Committee on Commerce, trator of the National Highway Traffic Ad- Science, and Transportation. Director of the Office of Sustainable Fish- ministration, Department of Transportation; EC–1467. A communication from the Attor- eries, National Marine Fisheries Service, to the Committee on Commerce, Science, ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- transmitting , pursuant to law, the report of and Transportation. tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- a rule entitled ‘‘Fisheries Off West Coast and EC–1456. A communication from the Attor- port of a vacancy in the position of Sec- Western Pacific States; West Coast Salmon ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- retary of the Department of Transportation; Fisheries; Inseason Adjustments from Cape tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- to the Committee on Commerce, Science, Falcon to Humbug Mountain, OR’’ received port of the return of a nomination for Ad- and Transportation. on April 6, 2001; to the Committee on Com- ministrator of the National Highway Traffic EC–1468. A communication from the Attor- merce, Science, and Transportation. Safety Administration, Department of ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- EC–1479. A communication from the Acting Transportation; to the Committee on Com- tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Director of the Office of Sustainable Fish- merce, Science, and Transportation. port of a vacancy and the designation of act- eries, National Marine Fisheries Service, De- EC–1457. A communication from the Attor- ing officer in the position as Chief Financial partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- Officer of the National Aeronautic Space Ad- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- ministration; to the Committee on Com- ‘‘Fisheries of the Exclusive Zone Off Alas- port of the designation of acting officer for merce, Science, and Transportation. ka—Closure of B Season Pollock Within the the position of Associate Deputy Secretary, EC–1469. A communication from the Attor- Shelikof Strait Conservation Area, Gulf of Department of Transportation; to the Com- ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- Alaska’’ received on April 18, 2001; to the mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Committee on Commerce, Science, and tation. port of a vacancy in the position of Deputy Transportation. EC–1458. A communication from the Attor- Secretary of the Department of Transpor- EC–1480. A communication from the Attor- ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- tation; to the Committee on Commerce, ney of the National Highway Traffic Safety tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Science, and Transportation. Administration, Department of Transpor- port of a vacancy in the position of Associate EC–1470. A communication from the Attor- tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Deputy Secretary, Department of Transpor- ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- port of a rule entitled ‘‘Light Truck Average tation; to the Committee on Commerce, tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Fuel Economy Standards, Model Year 2003’’ Science, and Transportation. port of the confirmation of the nomination (RIN2127–AI35) received on April 5, 2001; to EC–1459. A communication from the Attor- for Secretary of the Department of Transpor- the Committee on Commerce, Science, and ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- tation; to the Committee on Commerce, Transportation. tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Science, and Transportation. EC–1481. A communication from the Gen- port of the discontinuation of service in act- EC–1471. A communication from the Attor- eral Counsel of the Federal Emergency Man- ing role as Assistant Secretary for Aviation ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- agement Agency, transmitting, pursuant to and International Affairs, Department of tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Assistance Transportation; to the Committee on Com- port of a nomination for the position of Sec- to Firefighters Grant Program’’ (RIN3067– merce, Science, and Transportation. retary of the Department of Transportation; AD12) received on April 6, 2001; to the Com- EC–1460. A communication from the Attor- to the Committee on Commerce, Science, mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- and Transportation. tation. tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- EC–1472. A communication from the Attor- EC–1482. A communication from the Ad- port of a vacancy in the position of Assistant ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- ministrator of the Federal Aviation Admin- Secretary for Transportation Policy, Depart- tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- istration, Department of Transportation, ment of Transportation; to the Committee port of a discontinuation of service in acting transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. role for Secretary of the Department of the Capital Investment Plan for Fiscal Years EC–1461. A communication from the Attor- Transportation; to the Committee on Com- 2002 through 2006; to the Committee on Com- ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- merce, Science, and Transportation. merce, Science, and Transportation. tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- EC–1473. A communication from the Attor- EC–1483. A communication from the Chief port of a vacancy in the position of Assistant ney/Advisor of the Department of Transpor- of the Enforcement Bureau, Federal Commu- Secretary for Governmental Affairs, Depart- tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- nications Commission, transmitting, pursu- ment of Transportation; to the Committee port of the designation of acting officer for ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘In- on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. the position of Secretary, Department of dustry Guidance on the Commission’s Case

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3850 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 Law Interpreting 18 U.S.C. Section 1464 and Alaska, Southeast of Narrow Cape, Kodiak EC–1502. A communication from the Pro- Enforcement Policies Regarding Broadcast Island, AK’’ ((RIN2115–AA97)(2001–0009)) re- gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- Indecency’’ (FCC 01–90) received on April 16, ceived on April 16, 2001; to the Committee on ministration, Department of Transportation, 2001; to the Committee on Commerce, Commerce, Science, and Transportation. transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of Science, and Transportation. EC–1493. A communication from the Chief a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: EC–1484. A communication from the Chief of the Office of Regulations and Administra- The New Piper Aircraft, Inc. Models PA 31, of the General and International Law Divi- tive Law, United States Coast Guard, De- –300, –325, –350, –31P, –31T, –31T1, –31T2, –31T3, sion, Maritime Administration, Department partment of Transportation, transmitting, and –31P–350 Airplanes’’ ((RIN2120– of Transportation, transmitting, pursuant to pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled AA64)(2001–0170)) received on April 16, 2001; to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Audit Ap- ‘‘Safety/Security Zone Regulations; Fire- the Committee on Commerce, Science, and peals; Policy and Procedure’’ (RIN2133–AB42) works Display, East River, New York, NY’’ Transportation. received on April 16, 2001; to the Committee ((RIN2115–AA97)(2001–0008)) received on April EC–1503. A communication from the Pro- on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. 16, 2001; to the Committee on Commerce, gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- EC–1485. A communication from the Chief Science, and Transportation. ministration, Department of Transportation, of the Office of Regulations and Administra- EC–1494. A communication from the Pro- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of tive Law, United States Coast Guard, De- gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: partment of Transportation, transmitting, ministration, Department of Transportation, GE Company CF6 80A3 Series Turbofan En- pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of gines’’ ((RIN2120–AA64)(2001–0169)) received ‘‘Safety/Security Zone Regulations; Fore a rule entitled ‘‘Amendment to Class E Air- on April 16, 2001; to the Committee on Com- River Bridge Repairs—Weymouth, Massachu- space; Phillipsburg, KS’’ ((RIN2120– merce, Science, and Transportation. EC–1504. A communication from the Pro- setts’’ ((RIN2115–AA97)(2001–0007)) received AA66)(2001–0071)) received on April 16, 2001; to gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- on April 16, 2001; to the Committee on Com- the Committee on Commerce, Science, and ministration, Department of Transportation, merce, Science, and Transportation. Transportation. transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of EC–1486. A communication from the Chief EC–1495. A communication from the Pro- a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: of the Office of Regulations and Administra- gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- Cessna Aircraft Company Model 172RG Air- tive Law, United States Coast Guard, De- ministration, Department of Transportation, planes’’ ((RIN2120–AA64)(2001–0168)) received partment of Transportation, transmitting, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of on April 16, 2001; to the Committee on Com- pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled a rule entitled ‘‘Amendment to Class E Air- space; Omaha, NE; Correction’’ ((RIN2120– merce, Science, and Transportation. ‘‘Safety/Security Zone Regulations: Mission EC–1505. A communication from the Pro- Bay, San Diego, CA’’ ((RIN2115–AA97)(2001– AA66)(2001–0069)) received on April 16, 2001; to the Committee on Commerce, Science, and gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- 0006)) received on April 16, 2001; to the Com- ministration, Department of Transportation, mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- Transportation. EC–1496. A communication from the Pro- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of tation. a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: EC–1487. A communication from the Chief gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- ministration, Department of Transportation, Cessna Aircraft Company Models 172R and of the Office of Regulations and Administra- 172S Airplanes’’ ((RIN2120–AA64)(2001–0172)) tive Law, United States Coast Guard, De- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Revocation of Class D Air- received on April 16, 2001; to the Committee partment of Transportation, transmitting, space; Fort Worth Carswell AFB, TX’’ on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled ((RIN2120–AA66)(2001–0070)) received on April EC–1506. A communication from the Pro- ‘‘Regatta Regulations; Approaches to Annap- 16, 2001; to the Committee on Commerce, gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- olis Harbor, Spa Creek, and Severn River, ministration, Department of Transportation, Science, and Transportation. Annapolis, Maryland’’ ((RIN2115–AE46)(2001– EC–1497. A communication from the Pro- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of 0006)) received on April 16, 2001; to the Com- gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- ministration, Department of Transportation, Empresa Brasileira de Aeronautica, SA, tation. transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of Model EMB–120 Series Airplanes’’ ((RIN2120– EC–1488. A communication from the Chief a rule entitled ‘‘Amendment of Class D Air- AA64)(2001–0171)) received on April 16, 2001; to of the Office of Regulations and Administra- space; Valdosta Moody AFB, GA’’ ((RIN2120– the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. tive Law, United States Coast Guard, De- AA66)(2001–0068)) received on April 16, 2001; to EC–1507. A communication from the Pro- partment of Transportation, transmitting, the Committee on Commerce, Science, and pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- Transportation. ministration, Department of Transportation, ‘‘Regatta Regulations; Western Branch, Eliz- EC–1498. A communication from the Pro- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of abeth River, Portsmouth Va’’ ((RIN2115– gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: AE46)(2001–0005)) received on April 16, 2001; to ministration, Department of Transportation, Dowty Aerospace Propellers Model R381/6– the Committee on Commerce, Science, and transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of 123–F/5 Propellers, Correction’’ ((RIN2120– Transportation. a rule entitled ‘‘Establishment of Class E AA64)(2001–0174)) received on April 16, 2001; to EC–1489. A communication from the Chief Airspace; Rome, NY’’ ((RIN2120–AA66)(2001– of the Office of Regulations and Administra- the Committee on Commerce, Science, and 0067)) received on April 16 , 2001; to the Com- Transportation. tive Law, United States Coast Guard, De- mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- partment of Transportation, transmitting, EC–1508. A communication from the Pro- tation. gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled EC–1499. A communication from the Pro- ‘‘Drawbridge Regulations: Crescent Beach ministration, Department of Transportation, gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of Bridge (SR 206), Crescent Beach, FL’’ ministration, Department of Transportation, a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: ((RIN2115–AE47)(2001–0027)) received on April transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of SAAB Model SF340A and 340B Series Air- 16, 2001; to the Committee on Commerce, a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: planes’’ ((RIN2120–AA64)(2001–0173)) received Science, and Transportation. Airbus Model A 300 B4–601, –603, –620, –605R, on April 16, 2001; to the Committee on Com- EC–1490. A communication from the Chief –622R, and –605R Airplanes’’ ((RIN2120– merce, Science, and Transportation. of the Office of Regulations and Administra- AA64)(2001–0178)) received on April 16, 2001; to EC–1509. A communication from the Pro- tive Law, United States Coast Guard, De- the Committee on Commerce, Science, and gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- partment of Transportation, transmitting, Transportation. ministration, Department of Transportation, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled EC–1500. A communication from the Pro- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of ‘‘Drawbridge Regulations: Hackensack gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: River, NJ’’ ((RIN2115–AE47)(2001–0026)) re- ministration, Department of Transportation, Boeing Model 737–600, –700, –700C, and –800 Se- ceived on April 16, 2001; to the Committee on transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of ries Airplanes’’ ((RIN2120–AA64)(2001–0176)) Commerce, Science, and Transportation. a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: received on April 16, 2001; to the Committee EC–1491. A communication from the Chief Airbus Model A330–301, –321, –322, –341, and on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. of the Office of Regulations and Administra- –342 Series Airplanes’’ ((RIN2120–AA64)(2001– EC–1510. A communication from the Pro- tive Law, United States Coast Guard, De- 0177)) received on April 16, 2001; to the Com- gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- partment of Transportation, transmitting, mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- ministration, Department of Transportation, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled tation. transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of ‘‘Drawbridge Regulations: Shaw Cove, CT’’ EC–1501. A communication from the Pro- a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: ((RIN2115–AE47)(2001–0025)) received on April gram Analyst for the Federal Aviation Ad- Boeing Model 767 Series Airplanes Powered 16, 2001; to the Committee on Commerce, ministration, Department of Transportation, by GE Engines’’ ((RIN2120–AA64)(2001–0175)) Science, and Transportation. transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of received on April 16, 2001; to the Committee EC–1492. A communication from the Chief a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. of the Office of Regulations and Administra- SOCATA Groupe AEROSPATIALE Model EC–1511. A communication from the Dep- tive Law, United States Coast Guard, De- TBM 700 Airplanes’’ ((RIN2120–AA64)(2001– uty Chief of the Accounting Policy Division, partment of Transportation, transmitting, 0167)) received on April 16, 2001; to the Com- Common Carrier Bureau, Federal Commu- pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- nications Commission, transmitting, pursu- ‘‘Safety/Security Zone Regulations; Gulf of tation. ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘In

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00054 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3851 the Matter of Federal-State Joint Board on ministration, Department of Transportation, proach Procedures; Miscellaneous Amend- Universal Services; Children’s Internet Pro- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of ments (24)’’ ((RIN2120–AA65)(2001–0024)) re- tection Act’’ (FCC 01–120) received on April a rule entitled ‘‘Establish Class E Airspace; ceived on April 23, 2001; to the Committee on 16, 2001; to the Committee on Commerce, Salisbury, MD’’ ((RIN2120–AA66)(2001–0073)) Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Science, and Transportation. received on April 23, 2001; to the Committee EC–1530. A communication from the Pro- EC–1512. A communication from the Spe- on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- cial Assistant to the Bureau Chief, Mass EC–1521. A communication from the Pro- ministration, Department of Transportation, Media Bureau, Federal Communications gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of Commission, transmitting, pursuant to law, ministration, Department of Transportation, a rule entitled ‘‘Standard Instrument Ap- the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Amendment of transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of proach Procedures; Miscellaneous Amend- Section 730202(b), Table of Allotments, FM a rule entitled ‘‘Establish Class E Airspace; ments (41)’’ ((RIN2120–AA65)(2001–0022)) re- Broadcast Stations (Huachuca City, Arizona; Seneca Falls, NY’’ ((RIN2120–AA66)(2001– ceived on April 23, 2001; to the Committee on Puerto Rico, Arizona; Pine Level Alabama)’’ 0074)) received on April 23, 2001; to the Com- Commerce, Science, and Transportation. (Doc. No. 00–208, 00–209, 00–211) received on mittee on Commerce, Science, and Transpor- EC–1531. A communication from the Pro- April 18, 2001; to the Committee on Com- tation. gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- merce, Science, and Transportation. EC–1522. A communication from the Pro- ministration, Department of Transportation, EC–1513. A communication from the Spe- gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of cial Assistant to the Chief, Mass Media Bu- ministration, Department of Transportation, a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: reau, Federal Communications Commission, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of Boeing Model 737–600, 700, and 800 Series Air- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Standard Instrument Ap- planes’’ ((RIN2120–AA64)(2001–0184)) received a rule entitled ‘‘Amendment of Section proach Procedures; Miscellaneous Amend- on April 23, 2001; to the Committee on Com- 73.202(b), Table of Allotments, FM Broadcast ments (63)’’ ((RIN2120–AA65)(2001–0026)) re- merce, Science, and Transportation. Stations (Hinton, Whiting, and Underwood, ceived on April 23, 2001; to the Committee on EC–1532. A communication from the Pro- Iowa; and Blair Nebraska)’’ (Doc. No. 99–94) Commerce, Science, and Transportation. gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- received on April 18, 2001; to the Committee EC–1523. A communication from the Pro- ministration, Department of Transportation, on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of EC–1514. A communication from the Acting ministration, Department of Transportation, Assistant Administrator for Fisheries, De- a rule entitled ‘‘Standard Instrument Ap- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of proach Procedures; Miscellaneous Amend- partment of Commerce, transmitting, pursu- a rule entitled ‘‘IFR Altitudes; Miscella- ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ments (86)’’ ((RIN2120–AA65)(2001–0021)) re- neous Amendments (22)’’ ((RIN2120– ceived on April 23, 2001; to the Committee on ‘‘Funding Availability for Research Projects AA63)(2001–0003)) received on April 23, 2001; to of the Causes for the Decline of Steller Sea Commerce, Science, and Transportation. the Committee on Commerce, Science, and EC–1533. A communication from the Pro- Lions in Waters Off Alaska’’ received on Transportation. April 18, 2001; to the Committee on Com- gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- EC–1524. A communication from the Pro- ministration, Department of Transportation, merce, Science, and Transportation. gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- EC–1515. A communication from the Dep- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of ministration, Department of Transportation, uty Assistant Administrator for Fisheries, a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of National Marine Fisheries Service, Depart- Airbus Model A330–301, 321, 322 Series Air- a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: ment of Commerce, transmitting, pursuant planes and Model A340 Series Airplanes’’ Airbus Model A330–301; –321, –341, and –342 to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Final ((RIN2120–AA64)(2001–0183)) received on April Airplanes; and Model A340–211, –212, –213, Rule Implementing Changes in the Mackerel 23, 2001; to the Committee on Commerce, –311, –312, and –313 Series Airplanes’’ Catch Specifications for the Gulf Migratory Science, and Transportation. ((RIN2120–AA64)(2001–0181)) received on April Group of King Mackerel Under the Fishery 23, 2001; to the Committee on Commerce, f Management Plan for Coastal Migratory Pe- Science, and Transportation. lagic Resources in the Gulf of Mexico and REPORTS OF COMMITTEES EC–1525. A communication from the Pro- South Atlantic Region’’ (RIN0648–AN85) re- gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- The following reports of committees ceived on April 18, 2001; to the Committee on ministration, Department of Transportation, Commerce, Science, and Transportation. were submitted: EC–1516. A communication from the Chief transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of By Mr. GRASSLEY, from the Committee of the Market Disputes Resolution Division, a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: on Finance, without amendment: Enforcement Bureau, Federal Communica- McDonnell Douglas Model DC 9, 33, 42, 55, S. 763: An original bill to amend the Inter- tions Commission, transmitting, pursuant to and 61 Series Airplanes’’ ((RIN2120– nal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax-free ex- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Amend- AA64)(2001–0182)) received on April 23, 2001; to penditures from education individual retire- ment of Rules Governing Procedures to be the Committee on Commerce, Science, and ment accounts for elementary and secondary Followed When Formal Complaints are Filed Transportation. school expenses, to increase the maximum EC–1526. A communication from the Pro- Against Common Carriers’’ (Doc. 96–238) re- annual amount of contributions to such ac- gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- ceived on April 18, 2001; to the Committee on counts, and for other purposes (Rept. No. 107– ministration, Department of Transportation, Commerce, Science, and Transportation. 12). EC–1517. A communication from the Spe- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of cial Assistant to the Bureau Chief, Mass a rule entitled ‘‘Establishment of Class D f Media Bureau, Federal Communications Airspace; Shreveport Downtown Airport, INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND Shreveport, LA’’ ((RIN2120–AA66)(2001–0072)) Commission, transmitting, pursuant to law, JOINT RESOLUTIONS the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Amendment of received on April 23, 2001; to the Committee Section 73.622(b), Table of Allotments, DTV on Commerce, Science, and Transportation. The following bills and joint resolu- Broadcast Stations (Hastings, NE) received EC–1527. A communication from the Pro- tions were introduced, read the first on April 18, 2001; to the Committee on Com- gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- and second times by unanimous con- ministration, Department of Transportation, merce, Science, and Transportation. sent, and referred as indicated: EC–1518. A communication from the Spe- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of cial Assistant to the Bureau Chief, Mass a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: By Mr. HUTCHINSON (for himself, Media Bureau, Federal Communications Di- McDonnell Douglas Model DC 10 and MD 11 Mrs. LINCOLN, Mr. BREAUX, and Mr. vision, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Series Airplanes, and KC 10A Airplanes’’ DEWINE): port of a rule entitled ‘‘Amendment of Sec- ((RIN2120–AA64)(2001–0179)) received on April S. 758. A bill to amend the Food Security tion 73.202(b), Table of Allotments, FM 23, 2001; to the Committee on Commerce, Act of 1985 to authorize the annual enroll- Broadcast Stations (Avalon, Fountain Val- Science, and Transportation. ment of land in the wetlands reserve pro- ley, Adelanto, Ridgecrest and Riverside, EC–1528. A communication from the Pro- gram, to extend the wetlands reserve pro- California)’’ (Doc. No. 99–329) received on gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- gram through 2005, and for other purposes; to April 18, 2001; to the Committee on Com- ministration, Department of Transportation, the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, merce, Science, and Transportation. transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of and Forestry. EC–1519. A communication from the Pro- a rule entitled ‘‘Airworthiness Directives: By Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire: gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- Eurocopter France Model AS 350B, BA, B1, S. 759. A bill to amend title 4 of the United ministration, Department of Transportation, B2, and D; and AS 355E, F, F1, F2, and N Heli- States Code to prohibit a State from impos- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of copters’’ ((RIN2120–AA64)(2001–0180)) received ing a discriminatory tax on income earned a rule entitled ‘‘Standard Instrument Ap- on April 23, 2001; to the Committee on Com- within such State by nonresidents of such proach Procedures; Miscellaneous Amend- merce, Science, and Transportation. State; to the Committee on Finance. ments’’ ((RIN2120–AA65)(2001–0025)) received EC–1529. A communication from the Pro- By Mr. HATCH (for himself, Mr. on April 23, 2001; to the Committee on Com- gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- ROCKEFELLER, Mr. JEFFORDS, Mr. merce, Science, and Transportation. ministration, Department of Transportation, KERRY, Ms. COLLINS, Mr. LIEBERMAN, EC–1520. A communication from the Pro- transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of Mr. CHAFEE, Mr. CRAPO, and Mr. gram Analyst of the Federal Aviation Ad- a rule entitled ‘‘Standard Instrument Ap- SMITH of Oregon):

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00055 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3852 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 S. 760. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- means of slowing the buildup of greenhouse limit and increase the income limita- enue Code of 1986 to encourage and accel- gases in the atmosphere, and to reward and tion on the student loan interest de- erate the nationwide production, retail sale, encourage voluntary, pro-active environ- duction. and consumer use of new motor vehicles that mental efforts on the issue of global climate are powered by fuel cell technology, hybrid change; to the Committee on Agriculture, S. 170 technology, battery electric technology, al- Nutrition, and Forestry. At the request of Mr. REID, the ternative fuels, or other advanced motor ve- By Mr. LEVIN (for himself and Mr. names of the Senator from Montana hicle technologies, and for other purposes; to JEFFORDS): (Mr. BAUCUS), the Senator from Colo- the Committee on Finance. S. 770. A bill to amend part A of title IV of rado (Mr. ALLARD), and the Senator By Mr. BAUCUS (for himself, Mr. the Social Security Act to allow up to 24 from North Carolina (Mr. HELMS) were DASCHLE, Mr. BINGAMAN, Mr. JOHN- months of vocational educational training to added as cosponsors of S. 170, a bill to SON, and Mr. INOUYE): be counted as a work activity under the tem- S. 761. A bill to provide loans for the im- porary assistance to needy families program; amend title 10, United States Code, to provement of telecommunications services to the Committee on Finance. permit retired members of the Armed on Indian reservations; to the Committee on By Mr. WARNER (for himself and Mr. Forces who have a service-connected Indian Affairs. ALLEN): disability to receive both military re- By Mr. CONRAD (for himself, Ms. S. J. Res. 13. A joint resolution conferring tired pay by reason of their years of SNOWE, Mr. REID, Mr. DEWINE, Mr. honorary citizenship of the United States on military service and disability com- ROCKEFELLER, and Mr. JOHNSON): Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du Motier, also pensation from the Department of Vet- S. 762. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- known as the Marquis de Lafayette; to the enue Code of 1986 to allow a credit against Committee on the Judiciary. erans Affairs for their disability. income tax for information technology S. 177 f training expenses and for other purposes; to At the request of Mr. AKAKA, the the Committee on Finance. SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND name of the Senator from Missouri By Mr. GRASSLEY: SENATE RESOLUTIONS S. 763. An original bill to amend the Inter- (Mrs. CARNAHAN) was added as a co- nal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow tax-free ex- The following concurrent resolutions sponsor of S. 177, a bill to amend the penditures from education individual retire- and Senate resolutions were read, and provisions of title 39, United States ment accounts for elementary and secondary referred (or acted upon), as indicated: Code, relating to the manner in which school expenses, to increase the maximum By Mr. SPECTER (for himself, Mrs. pay policies and schedules and fringe annual amount of contributions to such ac- BOXER, Mr. CRAPO, Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. benefit programs for postmasters are counts, and for other purposes; from the JEFFORDS, Mr. AKAKA, Mr. GREGG, established. Committee on Finance; placed on the cal- Mr. DODD, Ms. SNOWE, Mr. BIDEN, Mr. S. 219 endar. INHOFE, Mr. REID, Mr. TORRICELLI, By Mrs. FEINSTEIN (for herself, Mr. Mr. FEINGOLD, Mr. KERRY, Mr. At the request of Mr. DODD, the name SMITH of Oregon, Mr. BINGAMAN, Mrs. GRAHAM, Mr. BINGAMAN, Ms. MIKUL- of the Senator from Michigan (Mr. MURRAY, Ms. CANTWELL, and Mr. SKI, Ms. LANDRIEU, Ms. STABENOW, LEVIN) was added as a cosponsor of S. LIEBERMAN): Mr. DASCHLE, Mr. LEVIN, Mr. BAUCUS, 219, a bill to suspend for two years the S. 764. A bill to direct the Federal Energy Mrs. CLINTON, Mr. SCHUMER, Mrs. certification procedures under section Regulatory Commission to impose just and FEINSTEIN, Mr. SARBANES, Mr. JOHN- reasonable load-differentiated demand rates 490(b) of the Foreign Assistance Act of SON, Mr. CORZINE, Mr. LIEBERMAN, 1961 in order to foster greater multilat- or cost-of-service based rates on sales by Mr. WELLSTONE, Mr. KENNEDY, and eral cooperation in international coun- public utilities of electric energy at whole- Mr. BAYH): sale in the western energy market, and for S. Res. 72. A resolution designating the ternarcotics programs, and for other other purposes; to the Committee on Energy month of April as ‘‘National Sexual Assault purposes. and Natural Resources. Awareness Month’’; to the Committee on the S. 311 By Mr. BROWNBACK (for himself, Mr. Judiciary. REID, Mr. LUGAR, and Mr. DEWINE): At the request of Mr. DODD, the By Mr. GREGG (for himself and Mr. names of the Senator from Michigan S. 765. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- LIEBERMAN): enue Code of 1986 to provide a carbon seques- S. Con. Res. 33. A concurrent resolution (Ms. STABENOW) and the Senator from tration investment tax credit, and for other supporting a National Charter Schools Week; Maryland (Ms. MIKULSKI) were added purposes; to the Committee on Finance. to the Committee on the Judiciary. as cosponsors of S. 311, a bill to amend By Mr. HUTCHINSON: the Elementary and Secondary Edu- S. 766. A bill to impose notification and re- f porting requirements in connection with cation Act of 1965 to provide for part- ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS— nerships in character education. grants of waivers of the limitation on cer- MONDAY, APRIL 23, 2001 tain procurements of the Department of De- S. 326 fense that is known as the Berry amend- S. 21 At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the ment, and for other purposes; to the Com- At the request of Mr. DASCHLE, the name of the Senator from South Da- mittee on Armed Services. name of the Senator from Indiana (Mr. kota (Mr. DASCHLE) was added as a co- By Mr. REED (for himself, Mr. BAYH) was added as a cosponsor of S. sponsor of S. 326, a bill to amend title CORZINE, Mr. KENNEDY, Mrs. CLINTON, 21, a bill to establish an off-budget Mr. DURBIN, Mrs. FEINSTEIN, Mr. XVIII of the Social Security Act to LEVIN, Mr. TORRICELLI, Mr. KERRY, lockbox to strengthen Social Security eliminate the 15 percent reduction in Mr. CHAFEE, Mrs. BOXER, Mr. SCHU- and Medicare. payment rates under the prospective MER, Ms. MIKULSKI, Mr. WELLSTONE, S. 133 payment system for home health serv- Mr. GRAHAM, Mr. INOUYE, Mr. CAR- At the request of Mr. BAUCUS, the ices and to permanently increase pay- PER, Mr. WYDEN, Mr. SARBANES, Mr. names of the Senator from Vermont ments for such services that are fur- AKAKA, and Mr. HOLLINGS): S. 767. A bill to extend the Brady back- (Mr. JEFFORDS), the Senator from nished in rural areas. ground checks to gun shows, and for other Michigan (Mr. LEVIN), the Senator S. 388 purposes; to the Committee on the Judici- from Washington (Mrs. MURRAY), and At the request of Mr. MURKOWSKI, ary. the Senator from Georgia (Mr. the name of the Senator from Colorado By Mr. WARNER: CLELAND) were added as cosponsors of (Mr. ALLARD) was added as a cosponsor S. 768. A bill to amend section 8339(p) of S. 133, a bill to amend the Internal of S. 388, a bill to protect the energy title 5, United States Code, to clarify the Revenue Code of 1986 to make perma- method for computing certain annuities and security of the United States and under the Civil Service Retirement System nent the exclusion for employer-pro- decrease America’s dependency on for- which are based (in whole or in part) on part- vided educational assistance programs, eign oil sources to 50 percent by the time service, and for other purposes; to the and for other purposes. year 2011 by enhancing the use of re- Committee on Governmental Affairs. S. 152 newable energy resources conserving By Mr. BROWNBACK (for himself, Mr. At the request of Mr. GRASSLEY, the energy resources, improving energy ef- REID, Mr. LUGAR, and Mr. DEWINE): name of the Senator from New Hamp- ficiencies, and increasing domestic en- S. 769. A bill to establish a carbon seques- tration program and an implementing panel shire (Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire) ergy supplies; improve environmental within the Department of Commerce to en- was added as a cosponsor of S. 152, a quality by reducing emissions of air hance international conservation, to pro- bill to amend the Internal Revenue pollutants and greenhouse gases; miti- mote the role of carbon sequestration as a Code of 1986 to eliminate the 60-month gate the effect of increases in energy

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00056 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3853 prices on the American consumer, in- from Rhode Island (Mr. CHAFEE), and Corps and recruitment and retention cluding the poor and the elderly; and the Senator from Minnesota (Mr. strategies to address the nursing short- for other purposes. WELLSTONE) were added as cosponsors age, and for other purposes. S. 389 of S. 497, a bill to express the sense of S. 742 At the request of Mr. MURKOWSKI, Congress that the Department of De- At the request of Mr. GRASSLEY, the the name of the Senator from Colorado fense should field currently available name of the Senator from Ohio (Mr. (Mr. ALLARD) was added as a cosponsor weapons, other technologies, tactics VOINOVICH) was added as a cosponsor of of S. 389, a bill to protect the energy and operational concepts that provide S. 742, a bill to provide for pension re- and security of the United States and suitable alternatives to anti-personnel form, and for other purposes. decrease America’s dependency on for- mines and mixed anti-tank mine sys- eign oil sources to 50 percent by the tems and that the United States should S. RES. 66 year 2011 by enhancing the use of re- end its use of such mines and join the At the request of Mr. THOMAS, the newable energy resources conserving Convention on the Prohibition of Anti- names of the Senator from Florida (Mr. energy resources, improving energy ef- Personnel Mines as soon as possible, to GRAHAM), the Senator from Virginia ficiencies, and increasing domestic en- expand support for mine action pro- (Mr. ALLEN), and the Senator from Ne- ergy supplies; improve environmental grams including mine victim assist- braska (Mr. NELSON) were added as co- quality by reducing emissions of air ance, and for other purposes. sponsors of S. Res. 66, a resolution ex- pollutants and greenhouse gases; miti- S. 590 pressing the sense of the Senate re- gate the effect of increases in energy At the request of Mr. JEFFORDS, the garding the release of twenty-four prices on the American consumer, in- names of the Senator from Nebraska United States military personnel cur- cluding the poor and the elderly; and (Mr. HAGEL) and the Senator from New rently being detained by the People’s for other purposes. Jersey (Mr. TORRICELLI) were added as Republic of China. S. 392 cosponsors of S. 590, a bill to amend the S. CON. RES. 14 At the request of Mr. SARBANES, the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to allow At the request of Mr. CAMPBELL, the a refundable tax credit for health in- name of the Senator from Missouri names of the Senator from North Caro- (Mr. BOND) was added as a cosponsor of surance costs, and for other purposes. lina (Mr. HELMS) and the Senator from S. 392, a bill to grant a Federal Charter S. 655 Nebraska (Mr. HAGEL) were added as to Korean War Veterans Association, At the request of Mr. MCCAIN, the cosponsors of S. Con. Res. 14, a concur- Incorporated, and for other purposes. name of the Senator from Montana rent resolution recognizing the social S. 440 (Mr. BAUCUS) was added as a cosponsor problem of child abuse and neglect, and At the request of Mr. CAMPBELL, the of S. 655, a bill to amend the Internal supporting efforts to enhance public name of the Senator from Arkansas Revenue Code of 1986 to exempt from awareness of it. (Mr. HUTCHINSON) was added as a co- income taxation income derived from sponsor of S. 440, a bill to establish a natural resources-related activity by a S. CON. RES. 24 matching grant program to help State member of an Indian tribe directly or At the request of Mr. LIEBERMAN, the and local jurisdictions purchase bullet- through a qualified Indian entity. names of the Senator from Connecticut resistant equipment for use by law en- S. 656 (Mr. DODD) and the Senator from Wyo- forcement departments. At the request of Mr. REED, the name ming (Mr. ENZI) were added as cospon- S. 441 of the Senator from Nevada (Mr. REID) sors of S. Con. Res. 24, a concurrent At the request of Mr. CAMPBELL, the was added as a cosponsor of S. 656, a resolution expressing support for a Na- name of the Senator from Arkansas bill to provide for the adjustment of tional Reflex Sympathetic Dystrophy (Mr. HUTCHINSON) was added as a co- status of certain nationals of Liberia (RSD) Awareness Month. sponsor of S. 441, a bill to provide Cap- to that of lawful permanent residence. S. CON. RES. 28 itol-flown flags to the families of law S. 660 At the request of Ms. SNOWE, the enforcement officers and firefighters At the request of Mr. MCCAIN, the names of the Senator from Massachu- killed in the line of duty. name of the Senator from Montana setts (Mr. KENNEDY) and the Senator S. 452 (Mr. BAUCUS) was added as a cosponsor from Maryland (Mr. SARBANES) were At the request of Mr. MURKOWSKI, of S. 660, a bill to amend the Internal added as cosponsors of S. Con. Res. 28, the names of the Senator from Ala- Revenue Code of 1986 to provide for the a concurrent resolution calling for a bama (Mr. SESSIONS), the Senator from issuance of tax-exempt bonds by Indian United States effort to end restrictions Idaho (Mr. CRAPO), and the Senator tribal governments, and for other pur- on the freedoms and human rights of from Michigan (Ms. STABENOW) were poses. the enclaved people in the occupied added as cosponsors of S. 452, a bill to S. 707 area of Cyprus. amend title XVIII of the Social Secu- At the request of Mr. CRAPO, the rity Act to ensure that the Secretary name of the Senator from Idaho (Mr. ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS— of Health and Human Services provides CRAIG) was added as a cosponsor of S. TUESDAY, APRIL 24, 2001 appropriate guidance to physicians, 707, a bill to provide grants for special providers of services, and ambulance environmental assistance for the regu- S. 39 providers that are attempting to prop- lation of communities and habitat At the request of Mr. STEVENS, the erly submit claims under the medicare (‘‘SEARCH grants’’) to small commu- name of the Senator from Iowa (Mr. program to ensure that the Secretary nities. GRASSLEY) was added as a cosponsor of does not target inadvertent billing er- S. 718 S. 39, a bill to provide a national medal rors. At the request of Mr. MCCAIN, the for public safety officers who act with S. 461 names of the Senator from North Caro- extraordinary valor above and beyond At the request of Mr. FRIST, the lina (Mr. EDWARDS) and the Senator the call of duty, and for other purposes. ITZGERALD name of the Senator from Montana from Illinois (Mr. F ) were S. 41 (Mr. BAUCUS) was added as a cosponsor added as cosponsors of S. 718, a bill to of S. 461, a bill to support educational direct the National Institute of Stand- At the request of Mr. HATCH, the partnerships, focusing on mathematics, ards and Technology to establish a pro- name of the Senator from California science, and technology, between insti- gram to support research and training (Mrs. BOXER) was added as a cosponsor tutions of higher education and ele- in methods of detecting the use of per- of S. 41, a bill to amend the Internal mentary schools and secondary formance-enhancing drugs by athletes, Revenue Code of 1986 to permanently schools, and for other purposes. and for other purposes. extend the research credit and to in- crease the rates of the alternative in- S. 497 S. 721 cremental credit. At the request of Mr. LEAHY, the At the request of Mr. HUTCHINSON, names of the Senator from Wisconsin the name of the Senator from Indiana S. 88 (Mr. KOHL), the Senator from South (Mr. LUGAR) was added as a cosponsor At the request of Mr. ROCKEFELLER, Dakota (Mr. DASCHLE), the Senator of S. 721, a bill to amend the Public the names of the Senator from Wash- from Nevada (Mr. REID), the Senator Health Service Act to establish a Nurse ington (Ms. CANTWELL) and the Senator

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00057 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3854 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 from Minnesota (Mr. DAYTON) were kota (Mr. JOHNSON) and the Senator allow a 50 percent credit against in- added as cosponsors of S. 88, a bill to from Connecticut (Mr. DODD) were come tax for payment of such pre- amend the Internal Revenue Code of added as cosponsors of S. 345, a bill to miums and of premiums for certain 1986 to provide an incentive to ensure amend the Animal Welfare Act to COBRA continuation coverage, and for that all Americans gain timely and eq- strike the limitation that permits other purposes. uitable access to the Internet over cur- interstate movement of live birds, for S. 640 rent and future generations of the purpose of fighting, to States in At the request of Mr. THOMPSON, the broadband capability. which animal fighting is lawful. name of the Senator from Arizona (Mr. S. 161 S. 350 KYL) was added as a cosponsor of S. 640, At the request of Mr. WELLSTONE, the At the request of Mr. CHAFEE, the a bill to amend the Internal Revenue names of the Senator from Massachu- names of the Senator from Kentucky Code of 1986 to include wireless tele- setts (Mr. KERRY), the Senator from (Mr. MCCONNELL) and the Senator from communications equipment in the defi- New York (Mr. SCHUMER), and the Sen- California (Mrs. FEINSTEIN) were added nition of qualified technological equip- ator from Maryland (Mr. SARBANES) as cosponsors of S. 350, a bill to amend ment for purposes of determining the were added as cosponsors of S. 161, a the Comprehensive Environmental Re- depreciation treatment of such equip- bill to establish the Violence Against sponse, Compensation, and Liability ment. Women Office within the Department Act of 1980 to promote the cleanup and S. 661 of Justice. reuse of brownfields, to provide finan- At the request of Mr. THOMPSON, the S. 170 cial assistance for brownfields revital- names of the Senator from Louisiana At the request of Mr. REID, the name ization, to enhance State response pro- (Ms. LANDRIEU) and the Senator from of the Senator from Nevada (Mr. EN- grams, and for other purposes. Arizona (Mr. KYL) were added as co- SIGN) was added as a cosponsor of S. S. 403 sponsors of S. 661, a bill to amend the 170, a bill to amend title 10, United Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal States Code, to permit retired mem- At the request of Mr. COCHRAN, the names of the Senator from Montana the 4.3-cent motor fuel exercise taxes bers of the Armed Forces who have a on railroads and inland waterway service-connected disability to receive (Mr. BAUCUS) and the Senator from Ne- vada (Mr. REID) were added as cospon- transportation which remain in the both military retired pay by reason of general fund of the Treasury. their years of military service and dis- sors of S. 403, a bill to improve the Na- S. 673 ability compensation from the Depart- tional Writing Project. At the request of Mr. HAGEL, the ment of Veterans Affairs for their dis- S. 413 name of the Senator from Wisconsin ability. At the request of Mr. COCHRAN, the (Mr. FEINGOLD) was added as a cospon- S. 177 name of the Senator from Montana sor of S. 673, a bill to establish within At the request of Mr. AKAKA, the (Mr. BAUCUS) was added as a cosponsor the executive branch of the Govern- name of the Senator from Pennsyl- of S. 413, a bill to amend part F of title ment an interagency committee to re- vania (Mr. SPECTER) was added as a co- X of the Elementary and Secondary view and coordinate United States non- sponsor of S. 177, a bill to amend the Education Act of 1965 to improve and proliferation efforts in the independent provisions of title 39, United States refocus civic education, and for other states of the former Soviet Union. Code, relating to the manner in which purposes. S. 676 pay policies and schedules and fringe S. 512 benefit programs for postmasters are At the request of Mr. HATCH, the At the request of Mr. DORGAN, the name of the Senator from Arizona (Mr. established. name of the Senator from South Da- KYL) was added as a cosponsor of S. 676, S. 206 kota (Mr. DASCHLE) was added as a co- a bill to amend the Internal Revenue At the request of Mr. SHELBY, the sponsor of S. 512, a bill to foster inno- Code of 1986 to extend permanently the name of the Senator from Kentucky vation and technological advancement (Mr. BUNNING) was added as a cosponsor subpart F exemption for active financ- in the development of the Internet and ing income. of S. 206, a bill to repeal the Public electronic commerce, and to assist the S. 677 Utility Holding Company Act of 1935, States in simplifying their sales and At the request of Mr. HATCH, the to enact the Public Utility Holding use taxes. Company Act of 2001, and for other pur- name of the Senator from South Da- S. 567 poses. kota (Mr. JOHNSON) was added as a co- At the request of Mr. SESSIONS, the S. 281 sponsor of S. 677, a bill to amend the name of the Senator from Georgia (Mr. At the request of Mr. HAGEL, the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to repeal CLELAND) was added as a cosponsor of name of the Senator from Alaska (Mr. the required use of certain principal re- S. 567, a bill to amend the Internal MURKOWSKI) was added as a cosponsor payments on mortgage subsidy bond fi- Revenue Code of 1986 to provide capital of S. 281, a bill to authorize the design nancing to redeem bonds, to modify the gain treatment under section 631(b) of and construction of a temporary edu- purchase price limitation under mort- such Code for outright sales of timber cation center at the Vietnam Veterans gage subsidy bond rules based on me- by landowners. Memorial. dian family income, and for other pur- S. 570 S. 305 poses. At the request of Mr. SMITH of New At the request of Mr. BIDEN, the S. 686 Hampshire, the name of the Senator names of the Senator from South Da- At the request of Mrs. LINCOLN, the from Georgia (Mr. CLELAND) was added kota (Mr. DASCHLE) and the Senator name of the Senator from Nebraska as a cosponsor of S. 305, a bill to amend from New York (Mr. SCHUMER) were (Mr. HAGEL) was added as a cosponsor title 10, United States Code, to remove added as cosponsors of S. 570, a bill to of S. 686, a bill to amend the Internal the reduction in the amount of Sur- establish a permanent Violence Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a cred- vivor Benefit Plan annuities at age 62. Against Women Office at the Depart- it against tax for energy efficient ap- S. 311 ment of Justice. pliances. At the request of Mr. DODD, the S. 623 S. 694 names of the Senator from Missouri At the request of Mr. ROCKEFELLER, At the request of Mr. LEAHY, the (Mrs. CARNAHAN) and the Senator from the name of the Senator from New name of the Senator from South Da- New Jersey (Mr. CORZINE) were added York (Mrs. CLINTON) was added as a co- kota (Mr. DASCHLE) was added as a co- as cosponsors of S. 311, a bill to amend sponsor of S. 623, a bill to amend title sponsor of S. 694, a bill to amend the the Elementary and Secondary Edu- XVIII of the Social Security Act and Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to pro- cation Act of 1965 to provide for part- the Employee Retirement Income Se- vide that a deduction equal to fair mar- nerships in character education. curity Act of 1974 to improve access to ket value shall be allowed for chari- S. 345 health insurance and Medicare benefits table contributions of literary, musi- At the request of Mr. ALLARD, the for individuals ages 55 to 65, to amend cal, artistic, or scholarly compositions names of the Senator from South Da- the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to created by the donor.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00058 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3855 S. 697 (16 U.S.C. 3837(b)) is amended by striking The result of these British taxes were At the request of Mr. BAUCUS, the paragraph (1) and inserting the following: that Americans openly rebelled in names of the Senator from West Vir- ‘‘(1) ANNUAL ENROLLMENT AUTHORITY.—For order to fight those unjust taxes. each of calendar years 2001 through 2005, the ginia (Mr. BYRD) and the Senator from I am not comparing the current situ- Secretary may enroll in the wetlands reserve Iowa (Mr. HARKIN) were added as co- program not more than 250,000 acres.’’. ation to the American revolution, but I sponsors of S. 697, a bill to modernize (b) EXTENSION OF PROGRAM.— am proposing legislation consistent the financing of the railroad retire- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Section 1237(c) of the with the theme of the American Revo- ment system and to provide enhanced Food Security Act of 1985 (16 U.S.C. 3837(c)) lution—No taxation without represen- benefits to employees and bene- is amended by striking ‘‘2002’’ and inserting tation. ficiaries. ‘‘2005’’. When a citizen from New Hampshire At the request of Mr. HATCH, the ‘‘(2) FUNDING.—Section 1241(a) of the Food goes to work in Massachusetts or names of the Senator from South Da- Security Act of 1985 (16 U.S.C. 3841(a)) is Maine or Vermont and pays their in- amended by striking ‘‘2002’’ and inserting kota (Mr. JOHNSON), the Senator from ‘‘2005’’. come tax, it is not reciprocated. We Ohio (Mr. DEWINE), and the Senator (c) COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS.—Section don’t have an income tax. We don’t tax from North Carolina (Mr. HELMS) were 1237F of the Food Security Act of 1985 (16 them. They don’t live in that State, added as cosponsors of S. 697, supra. U.S.C. 3837f) is amended— and, therefore, I don’t believe they At the request of Mr. HATCH, the (1) by redesignating subsection (b) as sub- should pay that tax. names of the Senator from South Da- section (c); and My bill will grant Federal protection kota (Mr. JOHNSON), the Senator from (2) by inserting after subsection (a) the fol- for nonresident taxpayers and prohibit lowing: E INE Ohio (Mr. D W ), and the Senator ‘‘(b) COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS.—Notwith- this taxation without representation. from North Carolina (Mr. HELMS) were standing chapter 63 of title 31, United States I hope my colleagues will look care- added as cosponsors of S. 697, supra. Code, for purposes of carrying out this sub- fully at this regardless of the tax situa- S. CON. RES. 11 chapter, the Secretary may enter into a co- tion in their own States. The State of At the request of Mrs. FEINSTEIN, the operative agreement with a State, a political Oklahoma, or the State of New Hamp- names of the Senator from Louisiana subdivision of a State, or any organization shire, or any other State has a perfect or person, for the acquisition of goods or right to tax its citizens in whatever (Ms. LANDRIEU), the Senator from services (including personal services) if the Michigan (Ms. STABENOW), and the Sen- Secretary determines that— way the citizens allow their elected ator from North Carolina (Mr. ED- ‘‘(1) the purposes of the agreement serve representatives. But the question is, WARDS) were added as cosponsors of S. wetland conservation; Should the citizens of Wyoming or Con. Res. 11, a concurrent resolution ‘‘(2) all parties to the agreement con- some other State tell another State expressing the sense of Congress to tribute resources to the accomplishment of what taxes they should pay on their fully use the powers of the Federal the purposes; and citizens? Government to enhance the science ‘‘(3) the agreement furthers the purposes of The problem exists today where this subchapter.’’. base required to more fully develop the workers from one State are being taxed field of health promotion and disease By Mr. SMITH of New Hamp- by others, and these taxpayers have no prevention, and to explore how strate- shire: vote. They have no say and no recourse gies can be developed to integrate life- S. 759. A bill to amend title 4 of the United into how their income tax money is style improvement programs into na- States Code to prohibit a State from impos- spent. Approximately 90,000 from New tional policy, our health care system, ing a discriminatory tax on income earned Hampshire go to Massachusetts and schools, workplaces, families and com- within such State by nonresident of such work. The taxes are collected from munities. State; to the Committee on Finance. them for Massachusetts income taxes. S. CON. RES. 28 f They have no recourse. They have to At the request of Ms. SNOWE, the THE NONRESIDENT INCOME TAX pay those taxes. name of the Senator from New Jersey FREEDOM ACT OF 2001 As a matter of fact, New Hampshire residents pay over $200 million in in- (Mr. TORRICELLI) was added as a co- Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. come taxes to Maine, Massachusetts, sponsor of S. Con. Res. 28, a concurrent President, I rise today to introduce a and Vermont, all of which have income resolution calling for a United States bill called ‘‘The Nonresident Income taxes. New Hampshire doesn’t. In 1999, effort to end restrictions on the free- Tax Freedom Act of 2001.’’ doms and human rights of the enclaved My legislation would prohibit a state Vermont imposed an income tax on people in the occupied area of Cyprus. from imposing income taxes on income 10,840 New Hampshire residents and raised $10.2 million in revenue off the f earned within such state by non- residents of such state. backs of New Hampshire workers who STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED had nothing to say about it, nor could BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS Simply put, my bill bans state in- come taxes levied on nonresident work- they do anything about it. By Mr. HUTCHINSON (for him- ers. In 1998, Massachusetts levied an in- self, Mrs. LINCOLN, Mr. BREAUX, I am sure that every American has come tax on 89,336 New Hampshire resi- and Mr. DEWINE): studied the Boston Tea Party. dents and raised $184 million, again, off S. 758. A bill to amend the Food Security In 1776, the 13 American colonies re- the residents of New Hampshire. Act of 1985 to authorize the annual enroll- fused to pay unjust taxes and declared And finally, in Maine, in 1998, 8,219 ment of land in the wetlands reserve pro- their independence from Britain. New Hampshire residents were taxed gram, to extend the wetlands reserve pro- The resulting American revolution and $9.3 million was raised in revenue. gram through 2005, and for other purposes; to This is taxation without representa- the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, was a revolution of ideas and together and Forestry. the 13 colonies created a government tion. I am not trying to start another Mr. HUTCHINSON. Mr. President, I which derived its just authority from Revolutionary War here, but it is not ask unanimous consent that the legis- the consent of the governed. fair. I believe that whether you have an lation that I am introducing today In 1764, Britain imposed the Sugar income tax or not in your State, the with Senators LINCOLN, BREAUX, and Act on the American colonies, that tax issue is really should you be able to DEWINE be printed in the RECORD. was followed by the Stamp Act and the levy an income tax against another cit- There being no objection, the bill was Townshend Revenue Act. izen who lives in another State. ordered to be printed in the RECORD, as The Stamp Act was essentially a In New Hampshire, we have always follows: paper tax of less than one cent, but had a keen interest in taxes, as a mat- S. 758 this tax inspired the formation of the ter of fact, a keen interest in less taxes. One of the greatest Governors in Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Sons of Liberty, who burned the resentatives of the United States of America in stamps in protest of the tax. the history of our State, Gov. Meldrim Congress assembled, A tea tax was imposed on the Amer- Thomson, passed away last Thursday SECTION 1. WETLANDS RESERVE PROGRAM. ican colonies of less than one cent, but at the age of 89. Mel Thomson was a (a) ANNUAL ENROLLMENT AUTHORITY.—Sec- this tax motivated Bostonians to pro- hero to many of us in the antitax tion 1237(b) of the Food Security Act of 1985 test the tax in the Boston Tea Party. movement. His campaign theme, when

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00059 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3856 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 he ran for Governor three times, was The taxers in New Hampshire’s By Mr. CONRAD (for himself, Ms. ‘‘ax the tax.’’ And that he did. He neighboring States are very clever. SNOW, Mr. REID, Mr. DEWINE, fought taxes and cut taxes time and They impose the income tax on New Mr. ROCKFELLER, and Mr. JOHN- time again in our State. He helped our Hampshire residents without any fear SON): State to assume that true ‘‘live free or whatsoever of any political retaliation. S. 762. A bill to amend the Internal die’’ tradition that is so popular and so It is really cowardice. The officials Revenue Code of 1986 to allow a credit well known. there tax citizens from my State of against income tax for information It is a strength that New Hampshire New Hampshire who go into Massachu- technology training expenses and for politicians have not allowed a State in- setts to work, and they cannot vote. other purposes; to the Committee on come tax to be levied on the hard- They cannot vote. They do not have Finance. working residents of that State. People any say about it. What can they do Mr. CONRAD. Mr. President, during still do not understand it. They come about it? It is not fair. We ought to the final months of the 106th Congress, to me and say: How can you do this change it. I say that with respect to the Senate and House completed action without an income tax? How do you get my colleagues no matter what the tax on the American Competitiveness in along? We do it through frugality and status of your own State is. Tax all you responsibility and taking care of the the 21st Century Act which will re- want in your State, but do not tax peo- spond to the shortage of skilled IT hard-earned dollars of our taxpayers. ple from another State. And I think As recently as last week, my friends workers and help ensure our nation’s that is fair. in the New Hampshire State House de- continued growth and leadership in the feated a sales tax proposal. I congratu- Today’s average taxpayer faces a information technology field. Congress late them for it. The Republican-led combined Federal, State, and local bur- increased the cap on the number of H1B legislature knocked down a 2.5-percent den of nearly 50 percent of their in- visas available for foreign workers with sales tax which would have helped come. I think that is a little too much. high-tech skills to fill the job vacan- Maine, Massachusetts, and Vermont to It is time for a change. This is one cies in information technology in the discourage their State citizens from small way to help New Hampshire citi- US. coming across the border to shop be- zens, as I know so many are trying to As important as action by Congress cause we would have begun to get our help all of our citizens with tax cuts at to permit companies to hire foreign- States equalized in their taxes. the national level. born skilled IT workers is, this legisla- We have this great tradition in New So I ask my colleagues to support tion by itself will not address our long- Hampshire of less taxes, less spending, George W. Bush’s tax cut and my tax term IT worker needs. Throughout the and fiscal responsibility. That is why I fairness initiative to give certainly recent debate on the IT worker short- was pleased and proud just today—and New Hampshire citizens and all Ameri- age, I have urged that we focus our ef- I know the Presiding Officer’s rating is cans a little boost for their pocket- forts on IT training and partnerships high up in this rating; and I will check books, so they can spend some money between the business and education the rating—I was pleased today to be the way they would like to spend it, to communities. Many excellent partner- told the National Taxpayers Union have it in their pockets. That $200 mil- ships between the IT community, state ranked me No. 7 in the Senate for fiscal lion in the pockets of taxpayers in New and local government, high schools, responsibility on cutting spending, cut- Hampshire can be used for a lot of and colleges and universities that pro- ting taxes, and cutting regulations. It things they would like to use it for, in- vide individuals of all ages with edu- is an award of which I am very proud. cluding college education, health care, cation and training opportunities in in- But it is not so much me; it is tradi- putting money away for a rainy day, or formation technology are already un- tion in New Hampshire. whatever. derway. If you advocate those sales taxes, if I close by saying, my bill amends Partnerships include ExplorNet, a you advocate those income taxes, if chapter 4 of title 4 of the U.S. Code to non-profit organization working with you advocate more taxes, you won’t be add a provision that says, ‘‘a State or local community and school officials to reelected. There are a lot of people who political subdivision thereof may not train educators and students to rebuild said, let’s have a sales or income tax, impose a tax on income earned within computers; e-learning opportunities for and they have been defeated and have such State or political subdivision by IT training through more than 100 not been heard from since, and many of non-residents of such State.’’ In other community colleges nationwide, in- them had to leave town. words, if they are not your citizens, cluding Bismarck State College; Cisco I think it is rather unfortunate Gov- then you cannot tax them with an in- Systems Training Academies in many ernor Thomson passed away at the come tax. It explicitly allows a State, school districts; AOL/Time Warner very time President Bush—a man who however—and this is a very important Foundation’s ‘‘Time to Read’’ literacy Governor Thompson admired, and point—if two States want to enter into program; Green Thumb and Microsoft President Bush admired Governor a voluntary compact or agreement to Thompson as well; it was reciprocal— working with seniors to improve their tax one another—if the two States IT skills; Great Plains Software’s, but at the very time President Bush is agree—they can do that. There is an proposing a $1.6 trillion tax cut for the Fargo, ND, partnership with Valley exception for that if the two States City State University; and Texas In- American people, the man who led the agree. ‘‘ax the tax’’ fight in New Hampshire struments sponsored training for edu- This is consistent with the theme of has passed away. So President Bush cators to improve technology skills in has picked up the torch from Governor ‘‘no taxation without representation’’ the classroom. These are excellent ex- Thomson, and New Hampshire is proud because residents who become angry at amples of the IT and education commu- of that. politicians who vote for income tax nities working together to meet the I am proud of President Bush’s budg- compacts can vote the offending politi- growing demand for information tech- et proposal to provide the typical fam- cian out of office. That is why it is nology skills. ily of four paying income taxes $1,600 good. Although these partnerships are in tax relief. I look forward to pressing hard on helping to train individuals to fill John Marshall said: ‘‘The power to this and getting the attention of my many IT job vacancies, these edu- tax is the power to destroy.’’ Taxes colleagues. It is my hope I can be a cational opportunities cannot keep have to be used responsibly. As I said part of the President’s push to restore pace with the demand for workers with today, when I was asked about the Na- reason and good sense to the Federal advanced technical skills—a demand tional Taxpayers Union rating, it does tax law. that continues for the long term de- not mean we do not spend money. We I ask my colleagues to support me on spite our current economic slowdown do spend money. We have a responsi- the Nonresident Income Tax Freedom and recent layoffs in the IT sector. bility to spend money for our military, Act of 2001 to help thousands of New Furthermore, continuing to rely on for those in need, or whatever. But we Hampshire citizens who are treated un- foreign workers who obtain H1B visas have to spend it responsibly. I think fairly by taxation without representa- is not the answer to our shortage of that is the key issue. tion. skilled IT professionals.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00060 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3857 A report of 685 companies released by ployees or involves an individual with SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. the Information Technology Associa- a disability. This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Technology tion of America ITAA, on April 2, 2001, Additionally, this legislation would Education and Training Act of 2001’’. confirms this continuing demand for amend current law regarding the Hope SEC. 2. CREDIT FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY skilled IT workers. The ITAA assess- Scholarship and Lifetime Learning TRAINING PROGRAM EXPENSES. Credits to permit individuals enrolled (a) IN GENERAL.—Subpart B of part IV of ment of the current IT job market, al- subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal though reporting a significant decline in non-degree IT training programs and Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by adding in the demand for IT workers because not attending a Title IV institution to at the end the following: of the economic slowdown, confirms be eligible to apply for the Hope Schol- ‘‘SEC. 30B. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRAIN- there are thousands of positions that arship or Lifetime Learning Credit. ING PROGRAM EXPENSES. employers are not able to fill because Under current law, individuals are not ‘‘(a) GENERAL RULE.—In the case of a tax- firms are unable to find workers with eligible to take advantage of the Hope payer engaged in a trade or business during the necessary technical skills. The Scholarship or the Lifetime Learning the taxable year, there shall be allowed as a study estimates there are currently Credits unless the programs are offered credit against the tax imposed by this chap- 425,000 vacancies in the IT field for through a Title IV higher education or ter for such taxable year an amount equal to 100 percent of information technology train- skilled technical positions. Harris Mil- proprietary institution. In order to qualify for the Hope ing program expenses of the taxpayer and ler, president, of ITAA, remarked, any employee of the taxpayer paid or in- ‘‘. . . hiring has by no means halted for Scholarship or Lifetime Learning Cred- curred by the taxpayer during such taxable IT workers, rather, demand still far ex- it, the IT training program must lead year. ceeds supply in this market. Miller to certification in an IT skill similar ‘‘(b) LIMITATION.— continues to encourage individuals to to programs offered by Cisco, Micro- ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The amount of informa- pursue advanced technical education soft, Novell, and CompTIA. Under the tion technology training program expenses programs. He remarked, ‘‘this is actu- proposed changes in the Technology with respect to any individual which may be Education and Training Act, the cer- taken into account under subsection (a) for ally the time to prepare yourself.’’ the taxable year shall not exceed $1,500. Mr. President, in response to this tification offered by the commercial information technology training pro- ‘‘(2) INCREASE IN CREDIT AMOUNT FOR PAR- continuing long-term demand for TICIPATION IN CERTAIN PROGRAMS AND FOR skilled IT workers, I am introducing vider must be approved by the Sec- CERTAIN INDIVIDUALS.—The dollar amount in legislation, the Technology Education retary of Treasury in consultation with paragraph (1) shall be increased (but not and Training Act of 2001, TETA, to pro- an Information Technology Training above $2,000) by the amount of information vide a tax credit for businesses offering Certification Board. technology training program expenses paid IT training and to enable individuals The shortage of skilled information or incurred by the taxpayer— enrolled in certified IT training to take technology workers will continue to be ‘‘(A) with respect to a program operated— a major concern for all sectors of our ‘‘(i) in an empowerment zone or enterprise advantage of the Hope Scholarship and community designated under part I of sub- Lifetime Learning Credits. This legis- economy despite the current economic slowdown and the recent layoffs in the chapter U or a renewal community des- lation is similar to a bill that I intro- ignated under part I of subchapter X, duced in the 106th Congress, and I am IT sector. Our continued growth and ‘‘(ii) in a school district in which at least particularly pleased that Senator leadership in formation technology 50 percent of the students attending schools will depend on a sufficient number of SNOWE is joining me again in this bi- in such district are eligible for free or re- partisan effort as the principal cospon- highly trained workers. Additionally, duced-cost lunches under the school lunch sor. Also joining me as cosponsors are as economies around the world rebound program established under the National and countries, particularly in Asia, de- School Lunch Act, Senators REID, DEWINE, ROCKEFELLER, velop their own high-tech corridors, it ‘‘(iii) in an area designated as a disaster and JOHNSON, colleagues who have area by the Secretary of Agriculture or by taken leadership roles in focusing at- will be difficult to continue to recruit high-tech workers from these countries the President under the Disaster Relief and tention on the importance of informa- Emergency Assistance Act in the taxable to meet the needs of our own economy. tion technology for our economy and year or the 4 preceding taxable years, Rather than continue our dependency encouraging IT education and partner- ‘‘(iv) in a rural enterprise community des- on the H1B program, I believe that en- ignated under section 766 of the Agriculture, ships. couraging partnerships between the IT I am honored that this legislation is Rural Development, Food and Drug Adminis- and education communities and au- also endorsed by a broad coalition of tration, and Related Agencies Appropria- thorizing additional incentives for tions Act, 1999, IT, business and educational organiza- businesses and individuals to take ad- ‘‘(v) in an area designated by the Secretary tions, including Computing Technology vantage of IT skills training offers a of Agriculture as a Rural Economic Area Industry Association, CompTIA, the more reasonable approach to meeting Partnership Zone, Technology Workforce Coalition, the our long-term high-tech worker needs. ‘‘(vi) in an area over which an Indian tribal government (as defined in section 7701(a)(40)) American Society for Training and De- The Technology Education and Train- velopment, the Information Tech- has jurisdiction, or ing Act authorizes important initia- ‘‘(vii) by an employer who has 200 or fewer nology Association of America, the In- tives to respond to this critical short- formation Technology Training Asso- employees for each business day in each of 20 age. I welcome additional cosponsors of or more calendar weeks in the current or ciation, the Career College Associa- this legislation and urge my colleagues preceding calendar year, or tion, the National Association of Com- on the Senate Finance Committee to ‘‘(B) in the case of an individual with a dis- puter Consultant Businesses, Cisco support the proposed changes in TETA ability. Systems, Novell, Compaq Computer during consideration of tax legislation ‘‘(c) INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRAINING Corporation, Gateway and Microsoft. in the 107th Congress. PROGRAM EXPENSES.—For purposes of this Under our legislation, businesses I ask unanimous consent that the section— would receive a credit against taxes ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘information text of this legislation along with technology training program expenses’ equal to 100 percent of the first $1,500 of statements of endorsement for the information technology training ex- means expenses paid or incurred by reason of Technology Education and Training the participation of the taxpayer (or any em- penses for non-degree IT skills certifi- Act from the Technology Workforce ployee of the taxpayer) in any information cation on behalf of a current or pro- Coalition, the Information Technology technology training program if such ex- spective employee. The credit would Association of America, and the Amer- penses lead to an industry-accepted informa- increase to $2,000 if the training pro- ican Society for Training and Develop- tion technology certification for the partici- pant. Such term shall only include includes gram is offered in an empowerment ment be printed in the RECORD. zone, an enterprise community, an area There being no objection, the mate- expenses paid for in connection with course work and certification testing which is es- declared a disaster zone, a school dis- rial was ordered to be printed in the trict with 50 percent or more of stu- sential to assessing skill acquisition. RECORD, as follows: ‘‘(2) INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRAINING dents participating in the school lunch S. 762 PROGRAM.—The term ‘information tech- program, a tribal community, a rural Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- nology training program’ means a program enterprise community, involves a resentatives of the United States of America in for an industry-accepted information tech- small business with 200 or fewer em- Congress assembled, nology certification—

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00061 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3858 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 ‘‘(A) by any information technology trade cations, for approval by the Secretary of the and companies operating in empowerment association or corporation, and Treasury, that qualify the provider of the zones and other qualified areas ‘‘(B) which— certification as a certified commercial infor- ‘‘Nearly half of all IT jobs that will be cre- ‘‘(i) is provided for the employees of such mation technology training provider under ated in 2001 will remain vacant,’’ Mydland association or corporation, or section 30B(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue added. ‘‘IT drives our economy. TETA gives ‘‘(ii) involves— Code of 1986, as added by section (2)(a). individuals and companies the necessary ‘‘(I) employers, and (f) SUBMISSION OF LIST.—Not later than Oc- educational tools to meet America’s rapidly ‘‘(II) State training programs, school dis- tober 1, 2001, and each year thereafter, the evolving IT needs. The Senate should be con- tricts, university systems, higher education Board shall submit the list required under gratulated for its foresight in addressing a institutions (as defined in section 101(b) of subsection (e) to the Secretary of the Treas- significant challenge to U.S. prosperity and the Higher Education Act of 1965), or cer- ury. growth.’’ tified commercial information technology (g) BOARD PERSONNEL MATTERS.— training providers. (1) COMPENSATION OF MEMBERS.—Each SUMMARY OF THE TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION AND ‘‘(3) CERTIFIED COMMERCIAL INFORMATION member of the Board shall serve without TRAINING ACT (TETA) OF 2001 TECHNOLOGY TRAINING PROVIDER.— compensation. Introduced by Senators Kent Conrad (D–ND), ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘certified com- (2) TRAVEL EXPENSES.—Each member of the Olympia Snowe (R–ME), Mike DeWine (R– mercial information technology training Board shall be allowed travel expenses, in- OH), Harry Reid (D–NV), and Representa- provider’ means a private sector organiza- cluding per diem in lieu of subsistence, at tives Jerry Weller (R–IL) and Jim Moran tion providing an information technology rates authorized for employees of agencies (D–VA) under subchapter I of chapter 57 of title 5, training program which leads to an approved Provides a tax credit for 100% of the first United States Code, while away from their information technology industry certifi- $1,500 of information technology training ex- homes or regular places of business in the cation for the participants. penses paid for by an employer. performance of services for the Board. ‘‘(B) APPROVED INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION.— Amends the HOPE and Lifetime Learning (h) TERMINATION OF THE BOARD.—Section For purposes of paragraph (1), an informa- tax credits to make it easier for individuals tion technology industry certification shall 14(b) of the Federal Advisory Committee Act (5 U.S.C. App.) shall not apply to the Board. to use these tax credits for information tech- be considered approved if such certification nology training expenses. is approved by the Secretary, in consultation SEC. 4. HOPE SCHOLARSHIP AND LIFETIME The training program must result in cer- LEARNING CREDITS INCLUDE TECH- with the Information Technology Training tification. Certification Advisory Board. NOLOGY TRAINING CENTERS. (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 25A(f)(2) of the The allowed credit would be $2,000 for ‘‘(d) DENIAL OF DOUBLE BENEFIT.—No de- small businesses and all companies or indi- duction or credit under any other provision Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (relating to el- igible educational institution) is amended to viduals in enterprise zones, empowerment of this chapter shall be allowed with respect zones, and other qualified areas. to information technology training program read as follows: WHY THIS TAX CREDIT IS NECESSARY expenses taken into account for the credit ‘‘(2) ELIGIBLE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION.— under this section. The term ‘eligible educational institution’ According to a 1999 Comp TIA Workforce ‘‘(e) CERTAIN RULES MADE APPLICABLE.—For means— Study, as a result of unfilled IT positions, purposes of this section, rules similar to the ‘‘(A) an institution— the U.S. economy lost $105.5 billion in spend- rules of section 45A(e)(2) and subsections (c), ‘‘(i) which is described in section 101(b) of ing that would have gone to salaries and (d), and (e) of section 52 shall apply. the Higher Education Act of 1965, and training, this reduced household income by ‘‘(f) APPLICATION WITH OTHER CREDITS.— ‘‘(ii) which is eligible to participate in a $37.2 billion. The credit allowed by subsection (a) for any program under title IV of such Act, or An estimated 268,740 (10%) of IT service taxable year shall not exceed the excess (if ‘‘(B) a certified commercial information and support positions went unfilled in 1999, any) of— technology training provider (as defined in resulting in $4.5 billion per year in lost work- ‘‘(1) the regular tax for the taxable year re- section 30B(c)(3)).’’. er productivity. duced by the sum of the credits allowable (b) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—The second ITAA study released April 2, 2001, predicts under the subpart A and the previous sec- sentence of section 221(e)(2) of the Internal a shortage of 425,000 of the 900,000 new IT tions of this subpart, over Revenue Code of 1986 is amended by striking workers needed in 2001. ‘‘(2) the tentative minimum tax for the ‘‘section 25A(f)(2)’’ and inserting ‘‘section A PUBLIC-PRIVATE PARTNERSHIP 25A(f)(2)(A)’’. taxable year.’’. Allows the private sector to determine (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments (b) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of who, what, where and how to train workers. sections for subpart B of part IV of sub- made by this section shall apply to taxable years beginning after December 31, 2001. Helps individuals seek the training they chapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal Rev- need to enter or re-enter the IT workforce. enue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at Fills the IT worker pipeline with thou- TECHNOLOGY WORKFORCE COALITION, the end the following: Arlington, VA. sands of new and retrained skilled IT work- ‘‘Sec. 30B. Information technology training For Immediate Release ers. program expenses.’’. Helps cities all across America fill thou- SENATE INTRODUCES TAX CREDIT TO EASE IT sands of available IT jobs. (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments WORKER SHORTAGE made by this section shall apply to amounts WASHINGTON, APRIL 24, 2001.—Help may THE INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY paid or incurred in taxable years beginning soon be available for companies suffering ASSOCIATION OF AMERICA after December 31, 2001. from a shortage of skilled IT workers. On For Immediate Release, April 24, 2001. SEC. 3. INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY TRAINING Tuesday, the United States Senate intro- ITAA PRAISES IT TRAINING TAX CREDIT BILL CERTIFICATION ADVISORY BOARD. duced the ‘‘Technology Education and Train- (a) ESTABLISHMENT.—There is established ing Act (TETA) of 2001,’’ which gives individ- ARLINGTON, VA.—The Information Tech- an Information Technology Training Certifi- uals and employers tax credits of up to $2,000 nology Association of America (ITAA) today cation Advisory Board (in this section re- for IT training expenses. Sponsored by Sen- hailed the Technology Education and Train- ferred to as the ‘‘Board’’). ators Kent Conrad (D–ND), Olympia Snowe ing Act of 2001 introduced by Senators Kent (b) MEMBERSHIP.—The Board shall be com- (R–ME), Mike DeWine (R–OH), and Harry Conrad, Olympia Snowe, Mike DeWine and posed of not more than 15 members ap- Reid (D–NV), TETA works to help individ- Harry Reid as a vital step toward a perma- pointed by the Secretary of the Treasury uals get needed IT training, thus easing nent fix of the current high-tech workers from among individuals— America’s IT worker shortage. shortage in the U.S. (1) associated with information technology ‘‘Headlines may scream out high-tech lay- The bill would allow employers a $1500 certification and training associations and offs, but the plain fact is that IT jobs are credit against income tax for expenses in- businesses; and going empty because there are not enough curred by high technology job training pro- (2) who are not officers or employees of the skilled people to fill them,’’ noted Grant grams for employees, and a $2000 credit for Federal Government. Mydland, Director of the Technology Work- small businesses or all companies in enter- (c) MEETINGS.—The Board shall meet not force Coalition. Mydland applauded the bill’s prise zones or empowerment zones. ITAA be- less often than annually. introduction and urged Congress’ quick con- lieves the bill would encourage companies to (d) CHAIRPERSON.— sideration and passage of TETA. go the extra mile in training U.S. workers (1) IN GENERAL.—Subject to paragraph (2), Essentially, TETA: for high tech jobs. the Board shall elect a Chairperson from Provides a tax credit of up to $1,500 for IT ‘‘Tax credits for business to train and re- among its members. training expenses paid by employers train workers mean more high-paying, high- (2) CHAIRPERSON.—The chairperson shall be Amends the HOPE and Lifetime Learning tech jobs for American workers,’’ said ITAA an individual who is a member of an infor- tax credits so individuals can better access President Harris N. Miller. ‘‘The current mation technology industry trade associa- IT training courses at all of the available in- high vacancy rate for IT jobs represents tion. stitutions and training centers thousands of missed opportunities for Amer- (e) DUTIES.—The Board shall develop a list Allows tax credits of up to $2,000 for small ican workers, and the impact of failing to ad- of information technology industry certifi- businesses, as well as for people residing in dress this shortage can be felt as we see more

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00062 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3859 jobs shipped overseas. This bill is sound pub- S. 764. A bill to direct the Federal But because it takes 2–3 years to site lic policy.’’ Energy Regulatory Commission to im- new power generation, not enough en- ITAA is the industry leader in combating pose just and reasonable load-differen- ergy can be brought online in time to the high-tech worker shortage. In its latest study of the demand for IT workers, When tiated demand rates or cost-of-service help the situation this summer. Can You Start?, ITAA found that the number based rates on sales by public utilities Price controls, if done right, could of needed IT positions in the U.S. had de- of electric energy at wholesale in the actually bring more power into the clined to 900,000 for 2001, with an expected western energy market, and for other market. vacancy rate of 425,000. While substantially purposes; to the Committee on Energy Indeed, the temporary cost-based lower than in 2000, the study shows that de- and Natural Resources. rates and/or the regional price cap that mand for approximately skilled high tech Mrs. FEINSTEIN. Mr. President, by Senator SMITH and I are proposing will workers persists. now we know that there will not be eliminate that incentive. Thus, genera- The Information Technology Association tors would have no reason to withhold of America (ITAA) provides global public enough electricity supply to meet de- policy, business networking, and national mand in California this summer and power to the market. leadership to promote the continued rapid that there will be significant rolling With that said, let me talk briefly growth of the IT industry. ITAA consists of blackouts. about what this bill would do: The bill over 500 direct corporate members through- As the peak summer demand for requires FERC to set either a tem- out the U.S., and a global network of 41 power in the State kicks in over the porary price cap or cost of service countries’ IT associations. The Association next few months, the crisis is only based rates (with a reasonable rate of plays the leading role in issues of IT indus- going to deepen, and we may see elec- return). And make no mistake this bill try concern including information security, is temporary; it is intended to get us taxes and finance policy, digital intellectual tricity prices in California and the Northwest reach unprecedented levels. through two summers. In order to qual- property protection, telecommunications ify, a state must allow its utilities to competition, workforce and education, im- And without intervention by the Fed- migration, online privacy and consumer pro- eral Government, the price gouging recover costs from ratepayers and a tection, government IT procurement, human that has occurred over the past 6 state must pass electricity rates onto resources and e-commerce policy. ITAA months will almost certainly continue. ratepayers. Though a state regulatory members range from the smallest IT start- In fact, it looks like California will authority would still determine the ups to industry leaders in the Internet, soft- spend 10 times more for power in 2001 manner in which wholesale rates are ware, IT services, ASP, digital content, sys- than it spent in 1999, an increase from passed onto consumers. In addition, the tems integration, telecommunications, and bill directs FERC to end the temporary enterprise solution fields. $7 billion to $70 billion. And I predict that if left unchecked, suspension of the natural gas transpor- tation rate cap. Even today the price of THE AMERICAN SOCIETY FOR these price spikes will spread to other TRAINING AND DEVELOPMENT, states as well. natural gas in Southern California is Alexandria, VA. But despite the severity and scope of about 3 times the cost in neighboring For Immediate Release this crisis, the Federal Energy Regu- San Juan, New Mexico, $13 Decatherm ASTD ENDORSES THE TECHNOLOGY EDUCATION latory Commission, FERC, has failed vs. $4.50 Decatherm. The bill directs AND TRAINING ACT (TETA) OF 2001 to take necessary steps to address the FERC to require that anyone selling ALEXANDRIA, VA, APRIL 24.—The American problem. natural gas in a bundled transaction Society for Training & Development (ASTD) Since last August, I have called upon into California to disclose the com- today congratulated Senator Kent Conrad FERC to impose a temporary wholesale modity and transportation components (D–ND) and other leading members of the of the price. When a company pur- U.S. Senate and House of Representatives for price cap or cost of service-based rates on energy prices in the Western mar- chases both the transportation and introducing the Technology Education & commodity components of natural gas, Training Act (TETA) of 2001. ket. The legislation would provide a tax credit But FERC, an agency whose sole mis- there is no reporting requirement as to for 100% of the first $1,500 of IT training ex- sion is to regulate the energy market, the price of each transaction. The bill penses paid for by an employer. It also has refused to act. Today, we introduce also requires that all future orders to amends the HOPE and Lifetime Learning tax this legislation to force FERC to do its sell natural gas or electricity to an af- credits to make it easier for individuals to job. fected state must include a reasonable use these tax credits for IT training ex- Some have argued that a bill to con- assurance of payment. penses. I am deeply disappointed that FERC ‘‘Given the shortage of skilled IT workers, trol energy prices would remove incen- the Technology Education & Training Act of tives for companies to build additional will not do its job and protect con- 2001 will go a long way toward filling the gap energy generation, exacerbating the sumers and businesses in the West. and providing access to additional training situation. It is my hope that FERC will recon- opportunities offered by higher education in- While I agree that we desperately sider its opposition to price caps or stitutions and training providers,’’ said Tina need new supply, I believe that a price cost-based rates. Price caps or cost- Sung, President & CEO of ASTD. ‘‘Training cap would provide temporary price sta- based rates may be the only way to is the key to preparing and maintaining a bility and reliability until the market prevent the further transfer of wealth strong workforce.’’ from the Western region to energy sup- ASTA’s data shows that organizations that returns to normal. make the investment in training are more fi- And quite frankly, I think that with pliers. nancially successful. In a study of 575 U.S.- prices for power 10 times more than By Mr. BROWNBACK (for him- based publicly traded firms during 1996, 1997, they were in 1999, there is more than self, Mr. REID, Mr. LUGAR, and and 1998, ASTD found that companies that enough incentive for suppliers to sell invested $680 more in training per employee Mr. DEWINE): into the Western market. S. 765. A bill to amend the Internal than the average company in the study im- With cost of service based rates, en- proved their Total Shareholder Return (TSR) Revenue Code of 1986 to provide a car- ergy suppliers would generate signifi- the next year by six percentage points. bon sequestration investment tax cred- cant profits and be guaranteed a rea- Founded in 1944, ASTD is the world’s pre- it, and for other purposes; to the Com- miere professional association in the field of sonable rate of return. mittee on Finance. workplace learning and performance. With wholesale price caps, companies Mr. BROWNBACK. Mr. President, I ASTD’s membership includes more than would be able to decide for themselves ask unanimous consent that the text of 70,000 professionals in organizations from whether it is profitable to produce at a every level of the field of workplace learning the bill be printed in the RECORD. given price. There being no objection, the bill was and performance in more than 100 countries. In fact, the energy crisis we are now Its leadership and members work in more ordered to be printed in the RECORD, as experiencing is marked much more by than 15,000 multinational corporations, small follows: the withholding of energy supply from and medium sized businesses, government S. 765 the market than an unwillingness to agencies, colleges, and universities. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- build additional generation. resentatives of the United States of America in By Mrs. FEINSTEIN (for herself, In fact, California expects to have Congress assembled, Mr. SMITH of Oregon, Mr. 20,000 additional megawatts on line by SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. BINGAMAN, Mrs. MURRAY, Ms. 2004, enough power for 20 million addi- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Carbon Se- CANTWELL, and Mr. LIEBERMAN): tional people. questration Investment Tax Credit Act’’.

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SEC. 2. CARBON SEQUESTRATION INVESTMENT ‘‘(A) IN GENERAL.—The credit recapture priate to carry out this section, including TAX CREDIT. amount is an amount equal to the recapture regulations— (a) IN GENERAL.—Subpart D of part IV of percentage of all carbon sequestration in- ‘‘(1) which limit the credit for investments subchapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal vestment credits previously allowable to an which are directly or indirectly subsidized by Revenue Code of 1986 (relating to business-re- eligible taxpayer with respect to any invest- other Federal benefits, lated credits) is amended by adding at the ment in such project that is attributable to ‘‘(2) which prevent the abuse of the provi- end the following new section: such taxpayer. sions of this section through the use of re- ‘‘SEC. 45E. CARBON SEQUESTRATION INVEST- ‘‘(B) RECAPTURE PERCENTAGE.—The recap- lated parties, and MENT CREDIT. ture percentage shall be 100 percent if the re- ‘‘(3) which impose appropriate reporting re- ‘‘(a) ALLOWANCE OF CREDIT.— capture event occurs during the first 10 years quirements.’’. N GENERAL ‘‘(1) I .—For purposes of section of the project, 662⁄3 percent if the recapture (b) CREDIT MADE PART OF GENERAL BUSI- 38, in the case of an eligible taxpayer’s in- event occurs during the second 10 years of NESS CREDIT.— vestment in a carbon sequestration project the project, 331⁄3 percent if the recapture (1) IN GENERAL.—Subsection (b) of section approved by the implementing panel under event occurs during the third 10 years of the 38 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 is section 2 of the International Carbon Con- project, and 0 percent if the recapture event amended by striking ‘‘plus’’ at the end of servation Act, the carbon sequestration in- occurs at any time after the 30th year of the paragraph (12), by striking the period at the vestment credit determined under this sec- project. end of paragraph (13) and inserting ‘‘, plus’’, tion for the taxable year is an amount equal ‘‘(3) RECAPTURE EVENT.—For purposes of and by adding at the end the following new to— paragraph (1), there is a recapture event with paragraph: ‘‘(A) $2.50, multiplied by respect to a carbon sequestration project if— ‘‘(14) the carbon sequestration investment ‘‘(B) the number of tons of carbon the im- ‘‘(A) the eligible taxpayer violates a term credit determined under section 45E(a).’’. plementing panel determines was seques- or condition of the approval of the project by (2) LIMITATION ON CARRYBACK.—Subsection trated in such project during the calendar the implementing panel at any time, (d) of section 39 of such Code is amended by year ending with or within such taxable ‘‘(B) the eligible taxpayer adopts a practice adding at the end the following new para- year, multiplied by which the implementing panel has specified graph: ‘‘(C) the percentage of the total investment in its approval of the project as a practice ‘‘(10) NO CARRYBACK OF CARBON SEQUESTRA- in such project which is represented by the which would tend to defeat the purposes of TION INVESTMENT CREDIT BEFORE JANUARY 1, investment in such project which is attrib- the carbon sequestration program, or 2002.—No portion of the unused business cred- utable, directly or indirectly, to the eligible ‘‘(C) the eligible taxpayer disposes of any it for any taxable year which is attributable taxpayer, as determined by the imple- ownership interest arising out of its invest- to the credit under section 45E may be car- menting panel. ment that the implementing panel has deter- ried back to a taxable year ending before ‘‘(2) AGGREGATE DOLLAR LIMITATION.—The mined is attributable to the project, unless January 1, 2002.’’. credit determined under paragraph (1) for the implementing panel determines that (c) DEDUCTION FOR UNUSED CREDIT.—Sub- any taxable year, when added to any credit such disposition will not have any adverse section (c) of section 196 of the Internal Rev- allowed to the eligible taxpayer with respect effect on the carbon sequestration project. enue Code of 1986 is amended by striking to the such project in any preceding taxable If an event which otherwise would be a re- ‘‘and’’ at the end of paragraph (7), by strik- year, shall not exceed 50 percent of the in- capture event is outside the control of the el- ing the period at the end of paragraph (8) and vestment attributable to the eligible tax- igible taxpayer, as determined by the imple- inserting ‘‘, and’’, and by adding at the end payer with respect to such project through menting panel, such event shall not be treat- the following new paragraph: such taxable year. ed as a recapture event with respect to such ‘‘(9) the carbon sequestration investment ‘‘(b) ANNUAL LIMITATION ON AGGREGATE taxpayer. credit determined under section 45E(a).’’. CREDIT ALLOWABLE.— ‘‘(4) SPECIAL RULES.— (d) CLERICAL AMENDMENT.—The table of ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The amount of the car- ‘‘(A) TAX BENEFIT RULE.—The tax for the sections for subpart D of part IV of sub- bon sequestration investment credit deter- taxable year shall be increased under para- chapter A of chapter 1 of the Internal Rev- mined under subsection (a) for any taxable graph (1) only with respect to credits allowed enue Code of 1986 is amended by adding at year, when added to all such credits allowed by reason of this section which were used to the end the following new item: to all eligible taxpayers with respect to the reduce tax liability. In the case of credits ‘‘Sec. 45E. Carbon sequestration investment such project for such taxable year shall not not so used to reduce tax liability, the credit.’’. exceed the credit dollar amount allocated to carryforwards and carrybacks under section (e) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments such project under this subsection by the im- 39 shall be appropriately adjusted. made by this section shall apply to invest- plementing panel for the calendar year end- ‘‘(B) NO CREDITS AGAINST TAX.—Any in- ments made after December 31, 2001. ing with or within such taxable year. crease in tax under this subsection shall not ‘‘(2) TIME FOR MAKING ALLOCATION.—An al- be treated as a tax imposed by this chapter By Mr. HUTCHINSON: location shall be taken into account under for purposes of determining the amount of S. 766. A bill to impose notification paragraph (1) only if it is made not later any credit under this chapter or for purposes than the close of the calendar year in which and reporting requirements in connec- of section 55. tion with grants of waivers of the limi- the carbon sequestration project proposal ‘‘(g) DISALLOWANCE OF DOUBLE BENEFIT.— with respect to such project is approved by ‘‘(1) BASIS REDUCTION.—The basis of any in- tation on certain procurements of the the implementing panel under section 2 of vestment in a carbon sequestration project Department of Defense that is known the International Carbon Conservation Act. shall be reduced by the amount of any credit as the Berry amendment, and for other ‘‘(3) AGGREGATE CREDIT DOLLAR AMOUNT.— determined under this section with respect purposes; to the Committee on Armed The aggregate credit dollar amount which to such investment. Services the implementing panel may allocate for any ‘‘(2) CHARITABLE DEDUCTION DISALLOWED.— Mr. HUTCHINSON. Mr. President, I calendar year is equal to $200,000,000. No deduction shall be allowed to an eligible ask unanimous consent that the bill I ‘‘(e) ELIGIBLE TAXPAYER; IMPLEMENTING taxpayer under section 170 with respect to am introducing today be printed in the PANEL.—For purposes of this section— any contribution which the implementing ‘‘(1) ELIGIBLE TAXPAYER.—A taxpayer is eli- RECORD. panel certifies pursuant to section 2 of the There being no objection, the bill was gible for the credit under this section with International Carbon Conservation Act to respect to a carbon sequestration project if the Secretary constitutes an investment in a ordered to be printed in the RECORD, as such taxpayer has not elected the applica- carbon sequestration project that is attrib- follows: tion of sections 3 and 4 of the International utable to such taxpayer. S. 766 Carbon Conservation Act with respect to ‘‘(h) CERTIFICATION TO SECRETARY.—The Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- such project. implementing panel shall certify to the Sec- resentatives of the United States of America in ‘‘(2) IMPLEMENTING PANEL.—The term ‘im- retary before January 31 of each year with Congress assembled, plementing panel’ means the implementing respect to each eligible taxpayer which has SECTION 1. NOTIFICATION AND REPORTING RE- panel established under section 2 of such made an investment in a carbon sequestra- QUIREMENTS REGARDING WAIVER Act. tion project— OF THE BERRY AMENDMENT LIMITA- ‘‘(f) RECAPTURE OF CREDIT IN CERTAIN ‘‘(1) the amount of the carbon sequestra- TION. CASES.— tion investment credit allowable to such tax- (a) ANNUAL REPORT.—(1) After the end of ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—If, at any time during payer for the preceding calendar year, each fiscal year, the Secretary of Defense the 30-year period of a carbon sequestration ‘‘(2) whether a recapture event occurred shall submit to Congress a report on the project, there is a recapture event with re- with respect to such taxpayer during the pre- waivers of the limitation on use of funds set spect to such project, then the tax imposed ceding calendar year, and forth in section 9005 of Public Law 102–396 by this chapter for the taxable year in which ‘‘(3) the credit recapture amount, if any, (popularly known as the ‘‘Berry amend- such event occurs shall be increased by the with respect to such taxpayer for the pre- ment’’) that were granted under any provi- credit recapture amount. ceding calendar year. sion of law during that fiscal year for pro- ‘‘(2) CREDIT RECAPTURE AMOUNT.—For pur- ‘‘(i) REGULATIONS.—The Secretary shall curements made by the Defense Logistics poses of paragraph (1)— prescribe such regulations as may be appro- Agency for the military departments.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00064 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3861 (2) The report for a fiscal year shall include umbine High School with weapons pur- Some will say that this legislation is the following: chased from a private seller at a gun an attempt to end gun shows, but the (A) The number of waivers. show, the United States Senate passed experience of states that have closed (B) For each waiver— the Lautenberg amendment to close the gun show loophole proves other- (i) the reasons for the waiver; (ii) the date of the notification of the mili- the gun show loophole. The legislation wise. California, for example, requires tary department concerned under subsection I am introducing today is identical to not only background checks at gun (b); and that Senate-passed amendment. shows but a 10-day waiting period for (iii) a description of the items procured Under federal law, Federal Firearms all gun sales, yet gun shows continue pursuant to the waiver, together with the Licensees are required to maintain to thrive there. No, we’re not trying to amount of the procurement. careful records of their sales, and under end gun shows. What we are trying to (C) The number of instances in which the the Brady Act, to check a purchaser’s end is the free pass we’re giving to con- Secretary of Defense waived the notification background with the National Instant victed felons when they can walk into requirement under subsection (b). (b) NOTIFICATION.—(1) Not later than 14 Criminal Background Check System a gun show, find a private dealer, buy days before granting a waiver of the limita- before transferring any firearm. How- whatever weapons they want and walk tion referred to in subsection (a)(1) for a pro- ever, a person does not need a federal out without a Brady background curement to be made by the Defense Logis- firearms license, and the Brady Act check. tics Agency for a military department, the does not apply, if the person is not ‘‘en- In overwhelming numbers, the Amer- Secretary of Defense shall transmit to the gaged in the business’’ of selling fire- ican people believe that background Secretary of the military department a noti- arms pursuant to federal law. These checks should be required for all gun fication of the determination to waive the limitation. nonlicensees make up one quarter or show sales. The people of Colorado and (2) The Secretary of Defense may waive the more of the sellers of firearms at thou- Oregon confirmed this last fall when applicability of the notification requirement sands of gun shows in America each they approved ballot initiatives to under paragraph (1) in any case in which the year. Consequently, felons and other close the gun show loophole. I urge my Secretary determines that a delay of the pro- prohibited persons who want to avoid colleagues to support the Gun Show curement to satisfy the requirement is not Brady Act checks and records of their Background Check Act of 2001 so that consistent with a need to expedite the pro- curement in the national security interests purchases buy firearms at gun shows. we can finally close this loophole in of the United States. My legislation incorporates rec- every state and make sure that con- (c) SYSTEM FOR DATA COLLECTION.—The ommendations made by the Depart- victed felons, domestic abusers, and Secretary of Defense shall establish a system ment of Justice and the Department of other prohibited persons do not use gun for— the Treasury in their 1999 report on shows to purchase firearms without a (1) monitoring the granting of waivers of gun shows. The legislation would take Brady background check. the limitation referred to in subsection several steps to make gun show trans- (a)(1); and actions safer for all Americans: By Mr. WARNER: (2) recording the waivers and the reasons Definition of gun shows: Gun shows S. 768. A bill to amend section 8339(p) for the waivers. (d) DEFINITION.—In this section, the term are defined to include any event at of title 5, United States Code, to clarify ‘‘waiver’’, with respect to the limitation re- which 50 or more firearms are offered the method for computing certain an- ferred to in subsection (a)(1), means a deter- or exhibited for sale. This definition in- nuities under the Civil Service Retire- mination authorized under section 9005 of cludes not only those events where ment System which are based (in whole Public Law 102–396 that a particular procure- firearms are the main commodity sold, or in part) on part-time service, and for ment is covered by an exception provided in but also other events where a signifi- other purposes, to the Committee on that section. cant number of guns are sold, such as Governmental Affairs. By Mr. REED (for himself, Mr. flea markets or swap meets. Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, I am CORZINE, Mr. KENNEDY, Mrs. Gun show promoters: Gun show pro- pleased to join my colleague in the CLINTON, Mr. DURBIN, Mrs. moters would be required to register House of Representatives, Congressman FEINSTEIN, Mr. LEVIN, Mr. with the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, JIM MORAN, in introducing legislation TORRICELLI, Mr. KERRY, Mr. and Firearms, maintain a list of ven- to correct an error in the retirement CHAFEE, Mrs. BOXER, Mr. SCHU- dors at all gun shows, and ensure that benefits calculation for certain part- MER, Ms. MIKULSKI, Mr. all vendors acknowledge receipt of in- time federal employees. WELLSTONE, Mr. GRAHAM, Mr. formation about their legal obliga- In 1986, Congress passed legislation to INOUYE, Mr. CARPER, Mr. tions. reform the retirement system for the Background checks for all trans- WYDEN, Mr. SARBANES, Mr. federal workforce, establishing the actions: The bill requires that all fire- AKAKA, and Mr. HOLLINGS): Federal Employees Retirement System S. 767. A bill to extend the Brady arms sales at gun shows go through a to replace the Civil Service Retirement background checks to gun shows, and Federal Firearms Licensee. If a non- System. for other purposes; to the Committee licensed person is selling a weapon, Provisions in this legislation also re- on the Judiciary. they would use an FFL at the gun show vised the formula used to determine re- Mr. REED. Mr. President, I rise to in- to complete the transaction. The FFL tirement benefits for employees with troduce the Gun Show Background would be responsible for conducting a full time and part time service in the Check Act of 2001. Along with twenty Brady check on the purchaser and federal government. Congress did not of my colleagues, I am offering this maintaining records of the trans- intend this change to impact the exist- legislation to renew the process of actions. ing workers who remained under the bringing some sense to our nation’s Improved firearm tracing: FFLs Civil Service Retirement System. gun laws by closing a loophole that has would be required to submit informa- Implementation of the provision, allowed criminals to buy firearms at tion necessary to trace all firearms however, was misinterpreted by the Of- gun shows for far too long. transferred at gun shows to the ATF’s fice of Personnel Management. Af- The Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco and National Tracing Center, including the fected employees are losing hundreds, Firearms reported to Congress last manufacturer/importer, model, and se- and in some cases thousands, of dollars year that gun shows are a major gun rial number of the firearms. However, every year of the retirement benefits trafficking channel responsible for no personal information about either they earned. more than 26,000 illegal firearms sales the seller or the purchaser would be Many employees only became aware during an 18-month period. The FBI given to the government. Instead, as as they were about to retire that they and ATF tell us again and again that under current law, FFLs would main- would not receive all of the benefits convicted felons, domestic abusers, and tain this information in their files. The they were expecting. The impacted fed- other prohibited purchasers are taking NTC would request this information eral workers had full-time service be- advantage of the gun show loophole to from an FFL only in the event that a fore 1986, and changed to part-time acquire firearms. firearm subsequently becomes the sub- service for the end of their civil service Two years ago, after Eric Harris and ject of a law enforcement trace re- career. Often these employees cut back Dylan Klebold killed 13 people at Col- quest. their hours to care for their families,

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00065 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3862 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 or even delayed retirement and worked chapter 84 of that title, to the extent of any (3) the Secretary of State, part-time to help an office during a portion of such annuity which is computed (4) the Secretary of Energy, transition period. under subchapter III of such chapter 83) (5) the Chief of the Forest Service, and The revised retirement formula cal- based on the service of such individual shall (6) representatives of nongovernmental or- be recomputed to take into account the ganizations who have an expertise and expe- culates benefits for a federal part-time amendment made by this Act, if application rience in carbon sequestration practices, ap- worker based on a full-time equivalent therefor is made within 18 months after the pointed by the Secretary of Agriculture. basis which is scaled accordingly. Ben- date of enactment of this Act. The Chief of the Forest Service shall act as efits are based on a worker’s high-three (2) AMOUNTS TO WHICH APPLICABLE.—Any chairperson of the implementing panel. average salary during his or her career. change in an annuity resulting from a re- (c) CARBON SEQUESTRATION PROJECT.—For This could occur during an employee’s computation under paragraph (1) shall be ef- purposes of this section— part-time service. fective with respect to amounts accruing for (1) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘‘carbon seques- Civil service employees with pre-1986 months beginning after the date on which tration project’’ means a project— full-time work and some part-time application for such recomputation is made. (A) which is located outside the United (c) NOTICE REQUIREMENT.— work after 1986 do not receive the prop- States, (1) IN GENERAL.—The Office of Personnel (B) the duration of which is not less than er credit for their full-time work, how- Management shall take such action as may 30 years, ever, because full-time and part-time be necessary and appropriate to inform indi- (C) which is designed to increase the se- work are broken into two parts. The viduals entitled to have any annuity recom- questration of carbon, and full-time equivalent pay for the high- puted under subsection (b) of their entitle- (D) which is accepted by the implementing three years should apply to an employ- ment to such recomputation. panel under the carbon sequestration pro- ees entire career. Instead, for the af- (2) ASSISTANCE.—The Office shall, on re- gram. quest, assist any individual referred to in (2) ACCEPTANCE OF PROJECT PROPOSALS.— fected employees, their pre-1986 full- paragraph (1) in obtaining from any depart- time benefits are based on actual sal- (A) IN GENERAL.—Under the carbon seques- ment, agency, or other instrumentality of tration program, the implementing panel ary. This two-step approach under- the United States such information in the shall accept a proposal for a carbon seques- values the worker’s full-time service. possession of such instrumentality as may be tration project from a project sponsor only The bill I am introducing today will necessary— if— correct this error by allowing an em- (A) to verify the entitlement of such indi- (i) the proposal includes a needs assess- ployee’s full-time equivalent salary for vidual to have an annuity recomputed under ment described in subparagraph (B), their high-three years apply to their subsection (b); or (ii) the proposal identifies the benefits of entire careers, including pre-1986 serv- (B) to carry out any such recomputation. carbon sequestration practices of the spon- (3) INFORMATION.—Any department, agen- sored project under criteria developed to ice. cy, or other instrumentality of the United I encourage my colleagues to support evaluate such benefits under subsection (d) States which possesses any information with and under guidelines instituted to quantify this legislation and these federal em- respect to part-time service performed by an such benefits under subsection (e) and in- ployees for their dedicated service by individual shall, at the request of the Office, cludes an agreement by the sponsor to carry ensuring they receive the retirement furnish such information to the Office. out such practices as described in subpara- benefits they have earned. graph (C), and I ask consent that the text of the bill By Mr. BROWNBACK (for him- (iii) the proposal includes an agreement to be printed in the RECORD. self, Mr. REID, Mr. LUGAR, and provide verification of compliance with an There being no objection, the bill was Mr. DEWINE): approved project as described in subpara- graph (D) under standards established under ordered to be printed in the RECORD, as S. 769. A bill to establish a carbon se- subsection (f). follows: questration program and an imple- (B) NEEDS ASSESSMENT.—A needs assess- S. 768 menting panel within the Department of Commerce to enhance international ment described in this subparagraph is an as- Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- sessment of the need for the carbon seques- resentatives of the United States of America in conservation, to promote the role of tration project described in a proposal and Congress assembled, carbon sequestration as a means of the ability of the project sponsor to carry SECTION 1. COMPUTATION OF CERTAIN ANNU- slowing the buildup of greenhouse out the carbon sequestration practices re- ITIES BASED ON PART-TIME SERV- gases in the atmosphere, and to reward lated to such project. The assessment shall ICE. and encourage voluntary, pro-active be developed by the project sponsor, in co- Section 8339(p) of title 5, United States environmental efforts on the issue of operation with the Agency for International Code, is amended by adding at the end the global climate change; to the Com- Development, nongovernmental organiza- following: mittee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and tions, and independent third-party verifiers. ‘‘(3) In the administration of paragraph (C) CARBON SEQUESTRATION PRACTICES.— (1)— Forestry. Under a carbon sequestration project pro- ‘‘(A) subparagraph (A) of such paragraph Mr. BROWNBACK. Mr. President, I posal, the project sponsor shall agree to con- shall apply with respect to any service per- ask unanimous consent that the text of tract with other entities, including organiza- formed on a part-time basis before, on, or the bill be printed in the RECORD. tions based in the country in which the spon- after April 7, 1986; There being no objection, the bill was sored carbon sequestration project is lo- ‘‘(B) subparagraph (B) of such paragraph ordered to be printed in the RECORD, as cated, to carry out carbon sequestration shall apply with respect to all service per- follows: practices proposed by the project sponsor formed on or after April 7, 1986 (whether on which (as determined by the implementing S. 769 a part-time basis or otherwise); and panel)— ‘‘(C) any service performed on a part-time Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- (i) provide for additional carbon sequestra- basis before April 7, 1986, shall be credited as resentatives of the United States of America in tion beyond that which would be provided in service performed on a full-time basis.’’. Congress assembled, the absence of such project, and SEC. 2. APPLICABILITY. SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. (ii) contribute to a positive reduction of (a) IN GENERAL.—Except as provided in This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Inter- greenhouse gases in the atmosphere through subsection (b), the amendment made by this national Carbon Conservation Act’’. carbon sequestration over at least a 30-year Act shall apply only with respect to an annu- SEC. 2. CARBON SEQUESTRATION PROGRAM. period. ity entitlement that is based on a separation (a) CARBON SEQUESTRATION PROGRAM.— (D) VERIFICATION OF COMPLIANCE WITH AP- occurring on or after the date of enactment Within 180 days after the date of the enact- PROVED CARBON SEQUESTRATION PROJECT.— of this Act. ment of this Act, the implementing panel Under a carbon sequestration project pro- (b) RECOMPUTATION OF CERTAIN ANNU- shall establish a carbon sequestration pro- posal, the project sponsor shall agree to pro- ITIES.— gram to permit project sponsors to make vide the implementing panel with (1) IN GENERAL.—In the case of any indi- carbon sequestration project proposals to the verification through a third party that such vidual who— implementing panel. project is sequestering carbon in accordance (A) before April 7, 1986, performed any serv- (b) IMPLEMENTING PANEL.—There is estab- with the proposal approved by the imple- ice creditable under subchapter III of chap- lished within the National Institute of menting panel, including an annual audit of ter 83 of title 5, United States Code, and Standards and Technology of the Depart- the project, an actual verification of the (B) was separated from the service on or ment of Commerce an implementing panel practices at the project site every 5 years, after April 7, 1986, and before the date of en- consisting of— and such random inspections as are nec- actment of this Act, (1) the Director of the National Institute of essary. any annuity under subchapter III of chapter Standards and Technology, (d) CRITERIA FOR EVALUATING BENEFITS OF 83 of title 5, United States Code (or under (2) the Secretary of Agriculture, CARBON SEQUESTRATION PRACTICES.—

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00066 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3863 (1) IN GENERAL.—Under the carbon seques- itor carbon sequestration improvements ity, the second year of post-secondary tration program the Chief of the Forest made as a result of the program established education study is not. Service, in consultation with other members under this section and the implementing The limitation on post-secondary of the implementing panel, shall develop cri- panel shall use such forms to report to the education training raises a number of teria for prioritizing, determining the ac- Administrator on— concerns, not the least of which is ceptability of, and evaluating, the benefits of (1) carbon sequestration improvements the carbon sequestration practices proposed made as a result of the program, whether individuals may be forced into in projects for the purpose of determining (2) carbon sequestration practices of low-paying, short-term employment the acceptability of project proposals. project sponsors enrolled in the program, that will lead them back onto public (2) CONTENT.—The criteria shall ensure and assistance because they are unable to that carbon sequestration investment credits (3) compliance with the terms of the imple- support themselves or their families. under section 45E of the Internal Revenue menting panel’s approval of projects. According to recent studies, this is ex- Code of 1986 are not allocated to projects the (h) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.— actly what has happened in far too primary purpose of which is to grow timber There is authorized to be appropriated such for commercial harvest or to projects which sums as are necessary to carry out the pro- many cases. According to a March 13, replace native ecological systems with com- gram established under subsection (a). 2001 report of the Congressional Re- mercial timber plantations. Projects should SEC. 3. EXPORT-IMPORT BANK FINANCING. search Service, which is based on re- be prioritized according to— An owner or operator of property that is search published in the 2000 Edition of (A) native forest preservation, especially located outside of the United States and that the House Committee on Ways and with respect to land which would otherwise is used in a carbon sequestration project ap- Means Green Book, although the ma- cease to be native forest land, proved by the implementing panel under sec- jority of recipients who have left the (B) reforestation of former forest land tion 2 may enter into a contract for an ex- welfare rolls left because they became where such land has not been forested for at tension of credit from the Export-Import least 10 years, Bank of the United States of up to 75 percent employed, most remained poor. The re- (C) biodiversity enhancement, of the cost of carrying out the carbon seques- search also revealed that the average (D) the prevention of greenhouse gas emis- tration practices specified in the carbon se- hourly wage for these former welfare sions through the preservation of carbon questration project proposal to the extent recipients ranged from $5.50 to $8.80 per storing plants and trees, that the Export-Import Bank determines hour. (E) soil erosion management, that the cost sharing is appropriate, in the Study after study indicates that (F) soil fertility restoration, and public interest, and otherwise meets the re- short-term training programs raise the (G) the duration of the project, including quirements of the Export-Import Bank Act income of workers only marginally, any project under which other entities are of 1945. engaged to extend the duration of the project while completion of at least a two-year SEC. 4. EQUITY INVESTMENT INSURANCE. associate degree has the potential of beyond the minimum carbon sequestration An owner or operator of property that is project term. located outside of the United States and that breaking the cycle of poverty for wel- (e) GUIDELINES FOR QUANTIFYING BENE- is used in a carbon sequestration project ap- fare recipients. According to the U.S. FITS.— proved by the implementing panel under sec- Census Bureau, the median earnings of (1) IN GENERAL.—Under the carbon seques- tion 2 may enter into a contract for invest- adults with an associate degree are 30 tration program, the Chief of the Forest ment insurance issued by the Overseas Pri- percent higher than adults who have Service, in consultation with other members vate Investment Corporation pursuant to of the implementing panel, shall institute not achieved such a degree. section 234 of the Foreign Assistance Act of A majority of the members of the guidelines for the development of methodolo- 1961 (22 U.S.C. 2194) if the Corporation deter- gies for quantifying the amount of carbon se- Senate has previously cast their vote mines that issuance of the insurance is con- in favor of making 24 months of post- questered by particular projects for the pur- sistent with the provisions of such section poses of determining the acceptability of 234. secondary education a permissible project proposals. These guidelines should work activity under TANF The Levin- set standards for project sponsors with re- By Mr. LEVIN (for himself and Jeffords amendment to the 1997 Rec- gard to— Mr. JEFFORDS): onciliation bill, permitting up to 24 (A) methodologies for measuring the car- S. 770. A bill to amend part A of title months of post-secondary education, bon sequestered, (B) measures to assure the duration of IV of the Social security Act to allow received 55 votes—falling five votes projects sponsored, up to 24 months of vocational edu- short of the required procedural vote of (C) criteria that verifies that the carbon cational training to be counted as a 60. The amendment had the support of sequestered is additional to the sequestra- work activity under the temporary as- the National Governors Association, tion which would have occurred without the sistance to needy families program; to NGA, and NGA’s support continues sponsored project, the Committee on Finance. with the legislation Senator JEFFORDS (D) reasonable criteria to evaluate the ex- Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, I am and I are introducing today. I would tent to which the project displaces activity pleased to be joined by Senator JEF- also like to make note of Senator that causes deforestation in another loca- FORDS, Chairman of the Health, Edu- tion, and WELLSTONE’s efforts on this issue. He (E) the extent to which the project pro- cation, Labor, and Pensions Committee subsequently proposed several modi- motes sustainable development in a project in introducing legislation that seeks to fications to TANF, including raising area, particularly with regard to protecting add an important measure of flexibility the 12 month limit to 24 months, in an the traditional land tenure of indigenous to a provision of the Temporary Assist- amendment to the 1998 Higher Edu- people. ance for Needy Families program, cation reauthorization bill. The amend- (2) BASIS.—In developing the guidelines, TANF, under the Personal Responsi- ment passed the Senate but was de- the Chief of the Forest Service shall— bility and Work Opportunity Reconcili- leted during conference negotiations. (A) consult with land grant universities ation Act of 1996. The legislation we It is my hope that the Senate will and entities which specialize in carbon stor- age verification and measurement, and are introducing increases from 12 to 24 again act favorably and expeditiously (B) use information reported to the Sec- months the limit on the amount of vo- on this legislation and that the House retary of Energy from projects carried out cational education training that a will support this much-needed State under the voluntary reporting program of state can count towards meeting its flexibility. We must do what is nec- the Energy Information Administration work participation rate. essary to achieve TANF’s intended goal under section 1605 of the Energy Policy Act Under the pre-1996 Aid to Families of getting families permanently off of of 1992 (42 U.S.C. 13385). with Dependent Children program, re- welfare and onto self-sufficiency. (f) VERIFICATION STANDARDS.—Under the carbon sequestration program, the Director cipients could participate in post-sec- In closing, I would like to present to of the National Institute of Standards and ondary vocational training or commu- my colleagues some examples of the Technology, in consultation with other nity college programs for up to 24 earnings that can be made upon com- members of the implementing panel and the months. While I support the new law’s pletion of two years of training in a National Science Foundation, shall establish emphasis on moving welfare recipients structured vocational or community verification standards for purposes of sub- more quickly into jobs, I am troubled college program. The following are jobs section (c)(2)(D). by the law’s restriction on post-sec- that an individual could prepare for in (g) PROGRAM REPORTING.—The Adminis- trator of the Energy Information Adminis- ondary education training, limiting it a two-year community college pro- tration, in consultation with the Secretary to 12 months. One year of vocational gram, including the average starting of Agriculture, shall develop forms to mon- education is an approved work activ- salary for each nationwide.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00067 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0655 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3864 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 Average Starting Salary Nationwide French government, our representa- pied by Nazi Germany during World War II; Dental Hygiene ...... $31,750 tives Franklin and Jefferson found him and Physical Therapy Assistant ...... 28,782 invaluable. Moreover, his impartial Whereas the Marquis de Lafayette gave aid Computer Programing ...... 28,000 friendship was extended to the first to the United States in time need and is for- Occupational Therapy Assistant 27,624 ever a symbol of freedom: Now, therefore, be eight U.S. presidents. it Respiratory Therapy ...... 26,877 Despite his commitment to our Coun- Computer Assisted Design ...... 26,890 Resolved by the Senate and House of Rep- Drafting and Design ...... 24,800 try, America did not recognize his resentatives of the United States of America in Electronic Technology ...... 24,255 United States’ citizenship in his time Congress assembled, That Paul Yves Roch Gil- Culinary Arts ...... 22,500 of need. While crossing the French bor- bert du Motier, also known as the Marquis de Early Childhood Development As- der into the Netherlands to escape ar- Lafayette, is proclaimed to be an honorary sistant ...... 18,000 rest from the Revolutionary French citizen of the United States of America. Again, I urge my colleagues to act Government, the Austrians captured f with haste. The modification embodied and arrested General Lafayette. De- SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS in this legislation can give the states spite his claim that he was an Amer- the flexibility they need to help im- ican citizen being illegally detained, prove the economic status of families the Austrians disagreed. General La- SENATE RESOLUTION 72—DESIG- across America. fayette appealed to American min- NATING THE MONTH OF APRIL isters for help, but his calls for inter- AS ‘‘NATIONAL SEXUAL AS- By Mr. WARNER (for himself and vention were not answered. Lafayette SAULT AWARENESS MONTH’’ Mr. ALLEN): clearly felt that he was an America cit- S.J. Res. 13. A joint resolution con- izen, and technically he may have been Mr. SPECTER (for himself, Mrs. ferring honorary citizenship of the under the blanket naturalization BOXER, Mr. CRAPO, Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. United States on Paul Yves Roch Gil- granted all citizens of each state when JEFFORDS, Mr. AKAKA, Mr. GREGG, Mr. bert du Motier, also known as the Mar- the Constitution was ratified. The U.S. DODD, Ms. SNOWE, Mr. BIDEN, Mr. quis de Lafayette; to the Committee on government, however, failed to ac- INHOFE, Mr. REID, Mr. TORRICELLI, Mr. the Judiciary. knowledge his claim, and he spent the FEINGOLD, Mr. KERRY, Mr. GRAHAM, Mr. Mr. WARNER. Mr. President, I rise next five years in prison. BINGAMAN, Ms. MIKULSKI, Ms. today to introduce a bill that will Although General Lafayette was LANDRIEU, Ms. STABENOW, Mr. make General Lafayette an honorary made an honorary citizen by Virginia DASCHLE, Mr. LEVIN, Mr. BAUCUS, Mrs. United States Citizen. This honor has and Maryland before the United States CLINTON, Mr. SCHUMER, Mrs. FEINSTEIN, been bestowed on four other individ- Constitution was ratified, the United Mr. SARBANES, Mr. JOHNSON, Mr. uals including Winston Churchill and States failed to recognize his citizen- CORZINE, Mr. LIEBERMAN, Mr. Mother Teresa. ship while he was imprisoned. I feel WELLSTONE, Mr. KENNEDY, and Mr. Marie Joseph Paul Yves Roch Gilbert that we must set the record straight BAYH) submitted the following resolu- du Motier, Marquis de La Fayette and honor General Lafayette for his tion; which was referred to the Com- (1757–1834) was born in France and was commitment to the United States by mittee on the Judiciary. a wealthy French youth blessed with making him an honorary United States S. RES. 72 every advantage offered by Europe’s ar- citizen. I ask unanimous consent that Whereas non-stranger and stranger rape istocracy. Although he was wealthy the text of the bill be printed in the and sexual assault affects women, children, and among France’s aristocracy, he RECORD. and men of all racial, cultural, and economic risked his wealth and status to aid the There being no objection, the joint backgrounds; resolution was ordered to be printed in Whereas women, children, and men suffer Americans in their revolution against multiple types of sexual violence; Great Britain. the RECORD, as follows: Whereas the Department of Justice reports At the age of 19, determined to dedi- S. J. RES. 13 that a sexual assault occurs every 90 sec- cate himself to the cause of our liberty, Whereas the United States has conferred onds; he bought a ship and sailed to the honorary citizenship on four other occasions Whereas it is estimated by the Bureau of American colonies to volunteer his in more than 200 years of its independence, Justice Statistics that over 70 percent of services. In early summer of 1777, soon and honorary citizenship is and should re- rapes are never reported to the police; after his arrival, Congress voted him main an extraordinary honor not lightly Whereas in addition to the immediate the rank and commission of Major Gen- conferred nor frequently granted; physical and emotional costs, sexual assault Whereas Paul Yves Roch Gilbert du may also have associated consequences of eral. Just two months later, Lafayette Motier, also known as the Marquis de Lafay- post-traumatic stress disorder, substance was wounded at the battle of Brandy- ette or General Lafayette, voluntarily put abuse, major depression, homelessness, eat- wine, forever endearing himself to the forth his own money and risked his life for ing disorders, and suicide; American soldiers. the freedom of Americans; Whereas it is important to recognize the Throughout the American Revolu- Whereas the Marquis de Lafayette, by an compassion and dedication of the individuals tion, Lafayette acted as a liaison be- Act of Congress, was voted to the rank of who provide services to survivors and work tween France and the American colo- Major General; to increase the public understanding of this nies. He urged influential policy mak- Whereas, during the Revolutionary War, significant problem; General Lafayette was wounded at the Bat- Whereas State coalitions and local rape ers to have France make the decisive tle of Brandywine, demonstrating bravery crisis centers across the Nation are com- military, naval and financial commit- that forever endeared him to the American mitted to increasing public awareness of sex- ment to the colonists. His tireless ef- soldiers; ual violence and its prevalence and to elimi- forts, both as a liaison and a general, Whereas the Marquis de Lafayette secured nating it through education; aided America in her time of need. the help of France to aid the United States’ Whereas important partnerships have been As a general, his military tactics colonists against Great Britain; formed among criminal and juvenile justice lured British General Cornwallis and Whereas the Marquis de Lafayette was con- agencies, allied professionals, and victim his army to Yorktown, Virginia. The ferred the honor of honorary citizenship by services; the Commonwealth of Virginia and the State Whereas the Centers for Disease Control American Army, led by General Wash- of Maryland; and Prevention have identified sexual as- ington, along with French forces led by Whereas the Marquis de Lafayette was the sault as a significant, costly, and prevent- Rochambeau, came south and trapped first foreign dignitary to address Congress, able health issue; and Cornwallis and his troops at Yorktown. which honor was accorded him upon his re- Whereas the United States Government As a result, the British were forced to turn to the United States in 1824; has expressed a commitment to eliminating surrender. Whereas, upon his death, both the House of sexual violence in society with various legis- Lafayette’s services to America ex- Representatives and the Senate draped their lative actions and appropriations, including tended beyond the battlefront. He chambers in black as a demonstration of re- the Violence Against Women Act, Grants to spect and gratitude for his contribution to Combat Violence Against Women on Cam- worked diligently as an advisor, help- the independence of the United States; pus, and through projects of the Centers for ing win concessions from Britain dur- Whereas an American flag has flown over Disease Control and Prevention: Now, there- ing the Treaty negotiations. At his grave in France since his death and has fore, be it Versailles, when negotiating with the not been removed, even while France occu- Resolved, That the Senate—

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00068 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S3865 (1) designates the month of April 2001, as tration, Congress, State governors and legis- Assistant Secretary of Defense for ‘‘National Sexual Assault Awareness latures, educators, and parents across the force management policy; and Ms. Vic- Month’’; Nation; and toria Clarke to be Assistant Secretary (2) encourages individual and collective ef- Whereas charter schools are centers of re- forts that reflect the vision of a Nation of Defense for Public Affairs. form and serve as models of how to educate The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without where no sexual assault victim goes un- children as effectively as possible: Now, served or ever feels there is no path to jus- therefore, be it objection, it is so ordered. tice and where citizens work toward elimi- Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- COMMITTEE ON BANKING, HOUSING, AND URBAN nating all forms of sexual violence; and resentatives concurring), That Congress— AFFAIRS (3) requests that the President of the (1) acknowledges and commends the char- Mr. BROWNBACK. Mr. President, I United States issue a proclamation calling ter school movement for its contribution to ask unanimous consent that the Com- on the people of the United States and inter- improving student achievement and our Na- mittee on Banking, Housing, and ested groups to observe ‘‘National Sexual As- tion’s public school system; Urban Affairs be authorized to meet sault Awareness Month’’ with appropriate (2) designates the period beginning on during the session of the Senate on ceremonies, activities, and programs to re- April 30, 2001, and ending on May 4, 2001, as flect the commitment to eliminating sexual ‘‘National Charter Schools Week’’; and Tuesday, April 24, 2001, to conduct a violence from society and to acknowledge (3) requests that the President issue a hearing on the nomination of Mr. the work of organizations and individuals proclamation calling on the people of the Grant D. Aldonas, of Virginia, to be against sexual violence. United States to observe the week by con- Under Secretary of Commerce for f ducting appropriate programs, ceremonies, International Trade; Mr. Kenneth I. and activities to demonstrate support for Juster, of the District of Columbia, to SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLU- charter schools in communities throughout TION 33—SUPPORTING A NA- be Under Secretary of Commerce for the Nation. Export Administration; Ms. Maria TIONAL CHARTER SCHOOLS f WEEK Cino, of Virginia, to be Assistant Sec- NOTICE OF HEARING retary of Commerce and Director Gen- Mr. GREGG (for himself and Mr. eral of the United States and Foreign LIEBERMAN) submitted the following COMMITTEE ON ENERGY AND NATURAL RESOURCES Commercial Service; and Mr. Robert concurrent resolution; which was re- Glenn Hubbard, of New York, to be a Mr. MURKOWSKI. Mr. President, I ferred to the Committee on the Judici- member of the Council of Economic ary: would like to announce for the infor- Advisors. mation of the Senate and the public S. CON. RES. 33 The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without that a hearing has been scheduled be- Whereas charter schools are public schools objection, it is so ordered. authorized by a designated public body and fore the Committee on Energy and Nat- COMMITTEE ON BANKING, HOUSING, AND URBAN operating on the principles of account- ural Resources. AFFAIRS ability, parent flexibility, choice, and auton- The hearing will take place on Thurs- Mr. BROWNBACK. Mr. President, I omy; day, April 26, 2001 at 9:30 a.m. in room Whereas in exchange for the flexibility and ask unanimous consent that the Com- SD–366 of the Dirksen Senate Office mittee on Banking, Housing, and autonomy given to charter schools, they are Building in Washington, D.C. held accountable by their sponsors for im- Urban Affairs be authorized to meet proving student achievement and for their fi- The purpose of this hearing is to con- during the session of the Senate on nancial and other operations; sider national energy policy with re- Tuesday, April 24, 2001, to conduct a Whereas 36 States, the District of Colum- spect to fuel specifications and infra- mark-up of S. 206, ‘‘The Public Utility bia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico structure constraints and their im- Holding Company Act.’’ have passed laws authorizing charter pacts on energy supply and price. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without schools; Because of the limited time available objection, it is so ordered. Whereas 35 States, the District of Colum- for the hearing, witnesses may testify COMMITTEE ON FINANCE bia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico by invitation only. However, those will have received more than $500,000,000 in Mr. BROWNBACK. Mr. President, I grants from the Federal Government by the wishing to submit written testimony ask unanimous consent that the Com- end of the current fiscal year for planning, for the hearing record should send two mittee on Finance be authorized to startup, and implementation of charter copies of their testimony to the Com- meet during the session of the Senate schools since their authorization in 1994 mittee on Energy and Natural re- on Wednesday. April 24, 2001 to hear under part C of title X of the Elementary sources, United States Senate, SH–212 testimony on the Tax Code Com- and Secondary Education Act of 1965 (20 Hart Senate Office Building, Wash- U.S.C. 8061 et seq.); plexity, New Hope for Fresh Solutions. ington, D.C. 20510–6150. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Whereas 34 States, the District of Colum- For further information, please call bia, and the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico objection, it is so ordered. Trici Heninger or Bryan Hannegan at are serving approximately 550,000 students in COMMITTEE ON SMALL BUSINESS more than 2,150 charter schools during the (202) 224–4971. Mr. BROWNBACK. Mr. President, I 2000 to 2001 school year; f ask unanimous consent that the Com- Whereas charter schools can be vehicles mittee on Small Business be authorized both for improving student achievement for AUTHORITY FOR COMMITTEES TO students who attend them and for stimu- MEET to meet during the session of the Sen- lating change and improvement in all public ate for a hearing entitled ‘‘Protecting COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES Small Business Rights: SBREFA on Its schools and benefiting all public school stu- Mr. BROWNBACK. Mr. President, I dents; 5th Anniversary’’ on Tuesday, April 24, Whereas charter schools in many States ask unanimous consent that the Com- 2001, beginning at 9:30 a.m. in room serve significant numbers of low income, mi- mittee on Armed Services be author- 428A of the Russell Senate Office Build- nority, and disabled students; ized to meet during the session of the ing. Whereas the Charter Schools Expansion Senate on Tuesday, April 24, 2001, at The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Act of 1998 (Public Law 105–278) amended the 2:20 p.m., in executive session to con- objection, it is so ordered. Federal grant program for charter schools sider certain pending nominations. authorized by part C of title X of the Ele- SUBCOMMITTEE ON CONSUMER AFFAIRS, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without FOREIGN COMMITTEE AND TOURISM mentary and Secondary Education Act of objection, it is so ordered. 1965 (20 U.S.C. 8061 et seq.) to strengthen ac- Mr. BROWNBACK. Mr. President, I countability provisions at the Federal, COMMITTEE ON ARMED SERVICES ask unanimous consent that the Sub- State, and local levels to ensure that charter Mr. BROWNBACK. Mr. President, I committee on Consumer Affairs, For- public schools are of high quality and are ask unanimous consent that the Com- eign Committee and Tourism of the truly accountable to the public; mittee on Armed Services be author- Committee on Commerce, Science, and Whereas 7 of 10 charter schools report hav- ized to meet during the session of the Transportation be authorized to meet ing a waiting list; Senate on Tuesday, April 24, 2001, at Whereas students in charter schools na- on Tuesday, April 24, 2001, at 10 a.m. on tionwide have similar demographic charac- 3:30 p.m., in open session to consider Booster Seats and the Forgotten Child: teristics as students in all public schools; the nominations of Dr. Dov S. Zakheim Closing a Safety Gap. Whereas charter schools have enjoyed to be Under Secretary of Defense, The presiding officer. Without objec- broad bipartisan support from the Adminis- comptroller; Mr. Charles S. Abell to be tion, it is so ordered.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 11:16 Apr 26, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00069 Fmt 0624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\CRI\S24AP1.REC pfrm10 PsN: S24AP1 S3866 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE April 24, 2001 SUBCOMMITTEE ON SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND REPRINTING OF ‘‘WOMEN IN proceedings be approved to date, the SPACE CONGRESS, 1917–1990’’ morning hour be deemed expired, the Mr. BROWNBACK. Mr. President, I Mr. VOINOVICH. I ask unanimous time for the two leaders be reserved for ask unanimous consent that the Sub- consent the Rules Committee be dis- their use later in the day, and the Sen- committee on Science, Technology, charged from further consideration of ate begin a period of morning business and Space of the Committee on Com- H. Con. Res. 66, and the Senate then until 11 a.m. with Senators speaking merce, Science, and Transportation be proceed to its immediate consider- for up to 10 minutes each, with the fol- authorized to meet on Tuesday, April ation. lowing exceptions: Senator DURBIN or 24, 2001, at 2:30 p.m. on NASA’s Aero- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without his designee from 9:30 to 10:15 a.m.; and nautics Program. objection, it is so ordered. The clerk Senator THOMAS or his designee from The presiding officer. Without objec- will report the resolution by title. 10:15 to 11 a.m. tion, it is so ordered. The assistant legislative clerk read f SUBCOMMITTEE ON PERSONNEL as follows: Mr. BROWNBACK. Mr. President, I A concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 66) PROGRAM ask unanimous consent that Sub- authorizing the printing of a revised and up- Mr. VOINOVICH. For the informa- committee on Personnel of the Com- dated version of the House document enti- tion of all Senators, it is hoped that tled ‘‘Women in Congress, 1917–1990.’’ mittee on Armed Services be author- the Senate can begin consideration of ized to meet during the session of the There being no objection, the Senate S. 1, the education bill, during tomor- Senate on Tuesday, April 24, 2001, at proceeded to consider the House con- row’s session. An agreement on the bill 9:30 a.m., in open session to receive tes- current resolution. is being negotiated, and we are hoping timony on the recruiting initiatives of Mr. VOINOVICH. I ask unanimous to begin consideration shortly after an the Department of Defense and the consent that the resolution be agreed agreement is reached. All Senators are Military Services and to receive an up- to and the motion to reconsider be laid encouraged to come to the floor tomor- date on the status of recruiting and re- upon the table. row to participate in that debate. tention goals. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Votes are therefore possible during to- The presiding officer. Without objec- objection, it is so ordered. morrow’s session. tion, it is so ordered. The concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 66) was agreed to. f f f ADJOURNMENT UNTIL 9:30 A.M. ORDERS FOR WEDNESDAY, APRIL TOMORROW PRIVILEGE OF THE FLOOR 25, 2001 Mr. VOINOVICH. If there is no fur- Mr. WELLSTONE. Mr. President, I Mr. VOINOVICH. Mr. President, I ask ther business to come before the Sen- ask unanimous consent that Nicky unanimous consent that when the Sen- ate, I now ask unanimous consent that Yuen and Jay Barth, both fellows in ate completes its business today, it ad- the Senate stand in adjournment under my office, be granted privileges of the journ until the hour of 9:30 a.m. on the previous order. floor.– Wednesday, April 25. I further ask con- There being no objection, the Senate, The presiding officer. Without objec- sent that on Wednesday, immediately at 6:05 p.m., adjourned until Wednes- tion, it is so ordered. following the prayer, the Journal of day, April 25, 2001, at 9:30 a.m.

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HONORING DR. DAVID K. WINTER Mr. Speaker, for his lifetime of service to cians, enables blind people to see once again. education and commitment to community in- They also participate with other Northern Vir- HON. LOIS CAPPS volvement, I recognize and salute Dr. David K. ginia Lions in an Eye Glass Recycling Pro- OF CALIFORNIA Winter and thank him for all his efforts on be- gram, providing glasses to numerous needy IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES half of the entire Central Coast community. I people overseas. Tuesday, April 24, 2001 am confident that David will remain a promi- I certainly hope that the Fairfax Host Lions nent figure in the community as he begins to Club can continue serving the Fairfax area in Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to enter a new phase in his life. We all owe him so many worthwhile ways, and would like to pay tribute to Dr. David K. Winter, President of a tremendous debt of gratitude, and I wish him add my congratulations to the club for the fine Westmont College in Santa Barbara, who will the best of luck in all of his future endeavors. work they have done over the years. I call soon retire. Though his impending departure is f upon all of my colleagues to congratulate a great loss, I would like to congratulate David them on their fine achievements. and thank him for 25 years of service and RECOGNIZING THE WEEK OF f dedication to Westmont College and its sur- APRIL 15–21 AS LIONS CLUB WEEK rounding community. TRIBUTE TO JEWISH FAMILY David has a 25-year history of service to SERVICE OF LOS ANGELES, SAN- higher education. The list of organizations HON. TOM DAVIS FORD WEINER AND ZEV within American higher education that have OF VIRGINIA YAROSLAVSKY benefited is a prestigious one. As president of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Westmont, he has served on the boards of the Tuesday, April 24, 2001 HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN National Association of Independent Colleges OF CALIFORNIA and Universities, the Council of Independent Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, Colleges, and the Council for Higher Edu- the Fairfax, Virginia Host Lions Club, is ob- HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN serving its 50th anniversary this month. The cation Accreditation, where he directed the OF CALIFORNIA Fairfax chapter boasts a long list of distin- board for three years. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES guished members, including former Congress- During his presidency, David has also pro- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 vided leadership in connecting Westmont Col- man William L. Scott, now a State Senator. lege to the local community. He is very active The Mayor of the City of Fairfax has issued a Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, we are honored in local organizations, serving as the director proclamation proclaiming the week April 15 to pay tribute to Jewish Family Service of Los of the Montecito Association, the Montecito through 21 as Lions Club Week in the City. I Angeles and the ‘‘FAMMY 2001’’ honorees, Rotary Club, the Channel City Club, the Santa ask unanimous consent that this proclamation Sanford Weiner and Los Angeles County Su- Barbara Chamber of Commerce, and St. Vin- be printed in the RECORD. pervisor Zev Yaroslavsky. Sandy Weiner and cent’s school. He has also chaired the board PROCLAMATION Zev Yaroslavsky will be given the ‘‘FAMMY of the Salvation Army Hospitality House, the Whereas, on April 21, 2001 the Fairfax Host 2001’’ Award at this year’s JFS Dinner Gala Santa Barbara Industry Education Council, Lions Club will celebrate fifty years of com- on June 24, 2001. and the Santa Barbara County United Way munity service to citizens and organizations JFS is one of Los Angeles’ largest and old- Campaign, and served as vice chair of the of Fairfax, Virginia; and est social service agencies. It is an organiza- Cottage Hospital board of directors. Whereas, the Fairfax Host Lions Club have tion dedicated to preserving and strengthening His honors are too long to list, but David given unselfishly of their time and skills to the lives of individuals and families. The staff has been named in a survey of higher edu- answer requests affecting the welfare of our helps rehabilitate the homeless and provides cation officials and scholars who study the col- community; and care for senior citizens, individuals with dis- Whereas, these Lions have helped mankind abilities and people with AIDS. They also lege presidency, as one of the 100 most effec- in Fairfax through assisting the needy with tive college leaders in the United States. In food baskets at Thanksgiving, Christmas, counsel troubled families, help recent immi- addition, David has received the Santa Bar- and Easter; furnishing eyeglasses, hearing grants navigate complicated INS procedures, bara News-Press 1998 Lifetime Achievement aids and exams; providing support to Little and offer counseling and advocacy to battered Award, and in 1999 he was selected by the League, Scouting, Drug Awareness and other women and their children. JFS is an extremely John Templeton Foundation as one of the 50 youth programs; supporting the Lions Eye important organization that makes a real dif- college presidents who have exercised leader- Clinic at Fairfax Hospital; providing support ference in the lives of many people. ship in character development. Most recently, to the Eye Glass Recycling Program; pro- We are very pleased that JFS has chosen viding support to selected International Pro- to honor the past president and former chair of David was honored with the ‘‘Distinguished grams to include Leader Dogs for the sight Community Service Award’’ by the Anti-Defa- impaired and Hearing Dogs for the hearing the JFS Immigration and Resettlement, Save- mation League and Santa Barbara B’nai B’rith impaired; and supporting Diabetes and A-Family and Fiscal committees, Sandy Lodge. Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis Disease (Lou Weiner, with the ‘‘FAMMY 2001’’ Award. His Clearly, David is a man of distinction. But Gehrig’s Disease) Awareness Programs in extraordinary record of community service and his faithful dedication to education is perhaps this area. his unyielding and successful work to expand his most important contribution. He aimed for Now, therefore, I, John Mason, Mayor of JFS have earned him this award. His work excellence in all things, and the college has the City of Fairfax, Virginia, do hereby pro- within the Jewish community is legendary. He reached beyond its grasp to accomplish his vi- claim the week of April 15–21, 2001 as Lions has been an active member and support of Club Week in the City of Fairfax and encour- sion. His plan was anchored in the premise age all residents of the City to join in paying many organizations including the Jewish Fed- that learning should be a lifelong pursuit. Ac- honor to and supporting the Lions for their eration, the American Jewish Congress, Amer- cordingly, David has led the college under the many activities benefitting humanity in our icans for Peace Now and the Progressive theory that, in order to best serve its students, City. Jewish Alliance. We have known Sandy for a college should arm its students with the Signed, more than 40 years, since we were students, skills, knowledge, and enthusiasm to continue JOHN MASON, and are proud to call him a friend. His self- learning long after they leave. Mayor. lessness, dedication, and accomplishments On a personal note, David has been a good Mr. Speaker, throughout our Country the are inspirational. friend and someone with whom it has been a Lions attempt to improve their communities in Like Sandy Weiner, Supervisor Zev fine pleasure to work closely with over my numerous ways although special emphasis is Yaroslavsky is also both an old friend and a years both as a Member of Congress and placed upon sight conservation. We in Virginia worthy recipient of a ‘‘FAMMY 2001’’ Award. resident of the community. I look forward to are proud of the Old Dominion Eye Bank, Zev helped the JFS gain recognition as the continuing our friendship in the years ahead. which, with the assistance of dedicated physi- agency with expertise in helping older people,

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It was this gram that now serves over 2000 households years, Charles; sons Stephen of Sonoma, sense of community which helped to attract in the Los Angeles area. Zev’s energy and California, David and Chris of San Jose, Cali- notable figures such as Dr. Rockefeller, father passion are legendary. He is well respected fornia, and Jeff of Silver Spring, Maryland; her of the famed John D. Rockefeller, to move to by the citizens of Los Angeles for his remark- brother, John Randolf of Burlington, Iowa; and the area. The City grew quickly as more peo- able leadership and his responsiveness to the six grandchildren. ple moved into the bustling city. By 1940, needs of his constituents. We are proud to f 16,000 people were living in the City of have him represent us on the Los Angeles Parma. County Board of Supervisors and we are privi- IN RECOGNITION OF LET’S During World War II, the City of Parma sent leged to call him a friend. CELEBRATE, INC. its sons and daughters off to defend our na- Mr. Speaker, it is our distinct pleasure to tion. When they came home, the City of ask our colleagues to join with us in saluting HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ Parma witnessed rapid expansions as many Jewish Family Service of Los Angeles, San- OF NEW JERSEY young people chose to build houses and start ford Weiner, and Los Angeles County Super- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their families in this attractive city. This period visor, Zev Yaroslavsky, for their commitment Tuesday, April 24, 2001 of growth attracted a diverse group of people to improving the lives of many in our commu- to live together. In Parma, people of all races, nity. Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today beliefs and religions live together in a respect- to recognize Let’s Celebrate, Inc., and to com- f ful and honorable environment. By 1970, over mend its mission, ‘helping people move from 100,000 people were living in this wonderful A TRIBUTE TO CAROLINE PAGE hunger to wholeness.’ Let’s Celebrate, Let’s city. Swing, the organization’s annual fundraiser, Today, the City of Parma stands as a testa- HON. SAM FARR will be held on April 19, 2001. The event will ment to good will and peace. My fellow col- OF CALIFORNIA provide an opportunity for Let’s Celebrate to leagues, please stand with me in honoring the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES express gratitude to its supporters, while also City of Parma on its 175th birthday. Tuesday, April 24, 2001 paying tribute to community leaders. f Let’s Celebrate, Inc., provides the type of Mr. FARR of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise assistance that allows struggling community HONORING GENERAL JAMES C to honor the life of a woman who helped members to get through the hard times. Let’s HALL change the face of the Monterey Peninsula in Celebrate has developed a variety of pro- California. Caroline Page died last month at grams to meet the needs of the poor. These HON. THOMAS G. TANCREDO the age of 72, but the legacy she created will programs offer food assistance, career and OF COLORADO carry her memory for a long time to come. money management counseling, and job train- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Caroline was the daughter of a consul and ing: the wife of a member of the military, so she Tuesday, April 24, 2001 The Emergency Food Network consists of was used to traveling and moving. When she Mr. TANCREDO. Mr. Speaker, I come be- 14 food pantries and 7 soup kitchens; fore the House today to honor the remarkable moved to Monterey in 1958, however, she The Housingplus Program provides budget/ achievements of Brigadier General James C knew she had found a place where she could money management counseling and career Hall. He was born on April 14, 1926, in a time work wonders, and lived there until she died. counseling; She joined the Monterey Peninsula chapter The Senior Service Program provides when the day after his birthday, Tax Day, was of the League of Women Voters, and re- home-delivered meals to seniors and the dis- just another day of the month. This weekend, mained active in it until her death. Indeed, Mr. abled; and General Hall was the guest of honor at the Speaker, she chaired several committees and The Jobpower Culinary Arts Training School home of Governor Bill Owens celebrating his projects, and even served as the chapter’s is a twenty-week training program that targets 75th birthday and 30th anniversary with his president from 1978 to 1980. She was the homeless, at-risk youth, and low-income indi- gracious wife, Georgann. Many of us have read adventure novels, or driving force behind the establishment of the viduals to help them develop into well-rounded vicariously experienced adventure in the mov- League’s housing committee, and helped com- people who can gain stable housing and per- ies or on television, but General Hall is a real plete their two-year study on affordable hous- manent employment in the food service/hospi- life hero. He enlisted in the Army Air Corps in ing on the Peninsula. tality industry. Her political interests did not end there. Every community across America depends 1943 during World War II and served as a B– Caroline was active on many political cam- on the generosity, compassion, and hard work 17 Gunner at only 17 years of age. He lost paigns, beginning with George McGovern’s of dedicated men and women who spend their one brother at the ‘‘Battle of the Bulge’’ and presidential campaign. She was also active on lives helping others. The impact these individ- another brother lost a leg. He served on the campaigns for former Monterey County uals have on their communities is not only Tinian Island in the Marianas where the Enola Supervisor Karin Strasser Kauffman, Leon Pa- beneficial to those who receive assistance, but Gay was launched to bomb Hiroshima ulti- netta’s first run for this body, and my father, is also beneficial to every citizen of this great mately leading to the end of the war. Yet, his Fred Farr’s California State Assembly cam- country. service to his country did not end there. paigns. Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in For a time he attempted to exercise his ad- Caroline Page was also a tireless advocate recognizing Let’s Celebrate’s important con- venturous acumen on a gold mine in Mexico and worker for education. She did everything tributions to America. and after, loosing a plane and risking his life from volunteering in classrooms to serving on protecting the claim, walked away in search of local school boards and community college f other ventures. He worked in Hollywood as a boards. Perhaps her greatest inflence in edu- IN HONOR OF THE CITY OF consultant for the military movie classic cation came when she was elected to the PARMA’S 175TH ANNIVERSARY ‘‘Twelve O’clock High.’’ Around that same Monterey Peninsula College (MPC) Board of time, General Hall was awarded a direct com- Trustees in 1987, and subsequently re-elected HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH mission in the USAF in 1948 and distin- for two more terms. In this role she helped OF OHIO guished himself as an expert in jumping out of form the MPC Foundation, the essential fund- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES perfectly good airplanes. He was the key de- raising arm of the college. With donations from veloper of the parachuting program at the her and her husband and the rest of the com- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 USAF Academy and has participated in over munity, the Foundation helped build a lan- Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 1,200 jumps. guage lab and complete renovation projects congratulate the City of Parma, Ohio, on its There is an Internet web site in his honor throughout the campus, among other things. 175th birthday. For almost two hundred years, where Kevin Coyne, the publisher of the Ejec- Caroline was an inspiring woman who was this city has served as a model of social con- tion site writes: ‘‘In late 1965, Jim Hall a pro- universally adored. She was honored by many sciousness and diversity. fessional parachute safety instructor and Major

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.003 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E591 in the Air Force Reserve volunteered to act as lating JD on his retirement and applauding him National Security Committee. This Committee the human guinea pig for the 0-0 seat pack- for a career of achievement and accomplish- not only lends support to foreign relations, it age.’’ He is still the only human being ever to ments. also endorses ROTC, blood donations, crime participate in such a test. His comment after f prevention, and junior law cadets. being launched by a rocket 400 feet into the Barbara Stevenson, a member of Auxiliary air into a small lake, ‘‘I’ve been kicked in the RECOGNIZING THE 150TH ANNIVER- Unit 364 and Legislative Chairman of the Unit, ass harder than that.’’ Jim Hall is the epitome SARY OF THE MASSACHUSETTS received the National Award for Outstanding of the ‘‘right stuff.’’ MUTUAL LIFE INSURANCE COM- Unit Legislative Program, Southern Division. Jim was a close friend of Steve Ritchie, the PANY Members of the Legislative Division make ap- Air Force’s first aerial Ace of Viet Nam and is pearances at Congressional hearings and at- an active proponent of continued use of Buck- HON. RICHARD E. NEAL tend meetings with Congressmen and wom- ley field, General Hall was added, in 1985, to OF MASSACHUSETTS en’s groups to explain their interests. the Colorado Aviation Hall of Fame. He has IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Marcia Wheatley, also a member of Auxil- been active in Colorado politics helping to cre- iary Unit 364 and Junior Activities Chairman, Tuesday, April 24, 2001 ate the Colorado Leadership Program. He Department of Virginia, received the National worked to elect Jack Swigert to the 6th Con- Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, Award for Outstanding Department Junior Ac- gressional district in 1982 and ultimately on Tuesday, May 15, 2001, the Massachu- tivities Program, Southern Division. Marcia worked with the Colorado State Legislature to setts Life Insurance Company will celebrate its recognizes that helping our youth is key to the place the very popular statue of Swigert, right 150th anniversary—a milestone achieved by success of the Unit and the community. here in our nation’s Capitol. only twenty other Fortune 500 companies. Finally, Auxiliary Unit 364 was recognized General Jim Hall is the Arapahoe County The Massachusetts Mutual Life Insurance with the Dr. Kate Barrett trophy for the most District II Captain to the county Grand Old Company was founded by George Rice in outstanding Unit in the Department of Virginia. Party, he is the namesake of the Aurora Re- Springfield, Massachusetts, in 1851. Today, This prestigious award is well deserved and publican Forum’s ‘‘General Jim Hall Award.’’ the MassMutual Financial Group continues to proves that this Unit gives a great deal back He is the Military Advisor to Gov. Owens and have its headquarters in Springfield, and has to its community. Mr. Speaker, in closing, I wish the very best the Governor’s Community Relations Advisor grown into a global diversified financial serv- to the above individuals and the entire Amer- for the Asian Community and I am honored to ices organization with more than $213 billion ican Legion Post 364 and Auxiliary Post 364. include him on my District Military Academy in total assets under management. All of the above recognized people have cer- Selection Board and District Military Veterans’ The family of companies include Massachu- tainly earned this recognition, and I call upon Committee. setts Mutual Life Insurance Company, plus its It is my honor, and pleasure to recognize subsidiaries Oppenheimer Funds, David L. all of my colleagues to join me in applauding this outstanding constituent and distinguished Babson, Cornerstone Real Estate Advisers, their remarkable achievements. Northern Vir- American Service Man, here in the Nation’s MML Investors Services, MassMutual Inter- ginia is better off because of their efforts. Capitol. national, MassMutual Asia, The MassMutual f f Trust Company, Antares Capital Corporation, A TRIBUTE TO WINI HURLBERT Persumma Financial, MML Bay State Life In- HONORING JD BUTLER surance Company and C.M. Life Insurance HON. SAM FARR Company. OF CALIFORNIA The Mass Mutual Financial Group serves HON. LOIS CAPPS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF CALIFORNIA more than 8 million clients and offers a broad Tuesday, April 24, 2001 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES portfolio of financial products and services with offices located across the United States, and Mr. FARR of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise Tuesday, April 24, 2001 international operations in Hong Kong, Argen- today to honor the life of a pillar of the com- Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, nearly half a tina, Bermuda, Chile, and Luxembourg. munity, Mrs. Jean Winifred Hurlbert. Wini century ago, after bravely serving his nation in Celebrating a 150th anniversary is an ex- Hurlbert was an active member of many the United States Navy, JD Butler became a traordinary accomplishment so I ask my fellow groups, organizations and movements in Pa- carpenter and joined the Carpenters Union. Members of Congress to join me in recog- cific Grove and the Monterey Peninsula com- Today, I rise to announce to my colleagues nizing the MassMutual Financial Group’s anni- munity in my district. Mrs. Hurlbert passed that JD has announced his retirement from the versary and congratulating them for a suc- away recently, surrounded by friends and fam- Carpenters Union, and to commend him for cessful 150 years and anticipating another 150 ily, at the age of 94. his outstanding services to his fellow car- years of continued success. Mrs. Hurlbert and her husband, Elgin ‘‘Oxy’’ penters and to our nation. f Hurlbert, a retired Navy captain, were lively I have known JD for several years in his ca- members of the town of Pacific Grove for al- pacity as Executive Secretary Treasurer of the HONORING MEMBERS OF THE most their entire lives. Wini began her life on Gold Coast District Council. In this capacity, AMERICAN LEGION POST 364 AND the peninsula when she was 17, working at a JD was a passionate and effective spokes- AUXILIARY POST 364 summer retreat center, and quickly became a man, not only for the members of his union, fixture to those who knew her. She moved to but for working families across California and HON. TOM DAVIS the area full time in the 1920’s, and began a our country. Since coming to Congress, I have OF VIRGINIA teaching career at Pacific Grove Grammar been guided by JD’s wisdom and experience IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES School, and it was there that she met her fu- on a range of issues, from pension reform, to ture husband. She was a dedicated teacher Tuesday, April 24, 2001 school construction, to workplace safety, to and educator who was instrumental in starting preserving the protections of Davis-Bacon. On Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I the preschool program in Pacific Grove, as these and other issues, JD is a tireless advo- would like to take this opportunity to honor two well as being active in both the Girl Scouts cate for the rights of American workers. outstanding groups in Northern Virgina, the and Boy Scouts. JD’s success as a carpenter and labor lead- American Legion Post 364 and Auxiliary Post Along with her devotion to teaching, Wini er is impressive. But more significant to me is 364. Recently, four of their most outstanding was an inspiring conservationist. She was an the man’s character. JD is a warm and com- members were recognized, as well as the en- active member of the Monterey Peninsula Au- passionate man, a loving husband, father, and tire Auxiliary Unit. dubon Society, the Sierra Club, the Pacific grandfather, and someone who has given so Jerry Howard, a member of Post 364, re- Grove Museum of Natural History Association, much of himself to better his community. ceived the National Award for Children and and was also a member of The Nature Con- Mr. Speaker, on May 5, people from across Youth Chairman of the Year for Region 2. servancy, American Birding Association, Hawk Central and Southern California, Nevada, and Tirelessly devoted to youth education initia- Mountain Society, the California Native Plant Arizona will gather in Palm Springs to pay trib- tives, Jerry is most often recognized for aiding Society, and the Wilderness Society. Her com- ute to JD’s decades of service to the Car- children of veterans, even providing financial munity interests did not end there, as she was penters Union. This is certain to be an extraor- assistance to those who are in need. also active in the Friends of the Pacific Grove dinary affair honoring an extraordinary man. I Marie Rhyne, also a member of Post 364, Library, the Order of the Eastern Star, the Bat- know my colleagues will join me in congratu- was recently appointed as a member of the tle of the Coral Sea Association, the Monterey

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.007 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 E592 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 24, 2001 Peninsula Community Concert Association Hispanic Council Member Elected in Hudson Saint Elias Church has always stayed true and the Monterey Peninsula Choral Society. County, New Jersey. The Hispanic Pioneers to its Melkite roots. Always stressing fellow- Mrs. Hurlbert was a warm and gracious per- Civic Association, Inc., will host the celebration ship and service, Saint Elias has assumed im- son who touched so many lives throughout the on Friday, April 20, 2001. portant roles in its neighborhood. Most re- 20th Century. Her presence will not soon be The Hispanic Pioneers Civic Association, cently, Saint Elias created its first Mens Club, forgotten, and she is missed by everyone who Inc., (HPCA) was formed to promote and which has shown a deep dedication to the knew her, especially her son, Jerry Hurlbert of honor Hispanic leaders and non-Hispanics promotion of spiritual and material projects. Weaverville, California; her daughter, Jean who have made significant contributions to the They have organized countless benefits, and Jorgensen of Jackson, Wyoming; eight grand- progress of the Hispanic community during the have raised funds for scholarships, provided children; ten great-grandchildren; and one past twenty years. Whether in the field of edu- relief to the poor and sponsored religious ac- great-great-grandson. cation, politics, or community development, tivities. The Men’s Club has become a fixture f HPCA acknowledges those who have made a in the neighborhood, bring people together to real difference. help one another. TRIBUTE TO SYBIL AND MANNON And during the past twenty years, in New KAPLAN My fellow colleagues, please join me in hon- Jersey and elsewhere, many Hispanics have oring Saint Elias Melkite Catholic Church as HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN won elective office. However, the number of they celebrate their one hundredth birthday. Hispanics in elective office does not propor- f OF CALIFORNIA tionally reflect the number of Hispanics in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES America. Nevertheless, we are making great THE HEART OF COLUMBINE DAY Tuesday, April 24, 2001 progress, and Hispanic representation will Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to soon reflect our community’s growth and our HON. THOMAS G. TANCREDO pay tribute to my fellow Adat Ari El years of hard work. OF COLORADO congregant’s Sybil and Mannon Kaplan. On In my home district, Hispanics have IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Sunday evening, June 3, 2001, Adat Ari El— achieved great success in many fields, and Tuesday, April 24, 2001 the first Conservative synagogue in the San politics is certainly no exception. I am an ex- ample of that success; and I could not have Mr. TANCREDO. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise Fernando Valley—will celebrate the Kaplan’s to give honor to efforts by Governor Bill longstanding dedication and service to our done it without the support of the Hispanic community. There have been other success Owens and the Jefferson County Board of temple and community. Education in declaring April 20th ‘‘The Heart of The Kaplans have been members of Adat stories that demonstrate how far we have Columbine Day,’’ in support of the Heart of Ari El for more than 35 years and their con- come as a community. The following individ- uals deserve credit for helping to lay the foun- Columbine organization. tributions are legion. They have selflessly in- Last week, the Littleton community and ev- volved themselves in a variety of causes. Sybil dation for Hispanic political and civic involve- ment in America, which they accomplished eryone across our state of Colorado came to- is a devoted former L.A. Unified School Dis- gether to quietly mark the second anniversary trict teacher and community activist. She has through hard work and dedication: Benjamin Lopez; Nydia Da´vila-Co´lon; Efrain Rosario; of the shootings at Columbine High School. served on both the Temple and Sisterhood In January, in remembrance of this terrible George O. Aviles; Jaime Vazquez; Mariano Board of Directors and is a founding member tragedy, the Heart of Columbine organization Vega, Jr.; Fernando Colon, Jr.; Jose O. and past President of the Associates of the was created by Gerda Weissman Klein and Jewish Home for the Aging. She also helped Arango; and Edwin Duroy. The 20th Year Celebration presents a won- students and staff members of Columbine to establish the San Fernando Valley Region of encourage community involvement. The orga- the Jewish National Fund and served as derful opportunity for the Hispanic community nization is actively recruiting other schools President and Chairman of the Board. to reflect on the important contributions that across the country to follow their lead and, al- Manny, while acting as the managing part- Hispanics have made to American society. ner for the last 24 years of the accounting firm Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in ready, schools in Illinois and Arizona have of Miller, Kaplan, Arase & Co. LLP, has also honoring the 20th Year Celebration of the First started their own programs. This year, Columbine chose to focus its ef- found time to devote himself to community Hispanic Council Member Elected In Hudson forts on hunger prevention, has worked in service. He currently serves as the Chairman County. soup kitckens, sponsored a child in the Phil- of the Adat Ari El Endowment Fund and he f ippines and collected more than 7,200 cans of has previously served in many other capac- IN HONOR OF SAINT ELIAS ities within Adat Ari El, including the Presi- food. Heart of Columbine also hosted a com- MELKITE CATHOLIC CHURCH dency. He is also the current Chairman of the munity day in the school’s parking lot to in- San Fernando Valley Region of the Jewish volve the community in their project. I hope that my colleagues will join me in National Fund and President of the Valley Col- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH honoring this extremely outstanding organiza- lege Patron Association. He has held many OF OHIO other positions and has served on the Board IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion, which has done such a tremendous job of Directors of such important organizations as Tuesday, April 24, 2001 of turning tragedy into triumph. f the United Jewish Fund and the University of Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Judaism. Manny also was the President of honor Saint Elias Melkite Catholic Church. RECOGNIZING THE OUTSTANDING Camp Ramah. This year, Saint Elias celebrates its centennial CAREER OF ROGER E. FARRELL, I am honored to know the Kaplans person- anniversary. TEACHER, THOMAS W. BURGESS ally. I have great respect and admiration for For the past one hundred years, Saint Elias SCHOOL, HAMPDEN, MASSACHU- their accomplishments, their integrity, and their has served as an important part of the North- SETTS civic spirit. It is with great pleasure that I ask east Ohio community. A place where people my colleagues to join me in saluting Sybil and of all faiths can come together to pray for HON. RICHARD E. NEAL Mannon Kaplan for everything they’ve done peace in the Middle East, Saint Elias has ef- and continue to do. OF MASSACHUSETTS fectively ministered to a diverse neighborhood. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f In 1997, the Catholic Church formally pre- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 IN HONOR OF THE 20TH YEAR sented Saint Elias with the award for the Pro- CELEBRATION OF THE FIRST motion of Catholic Unity and Inter-Religious Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, I HISPANIC COUNCIL MEMBER Dialogue. The award recognized Saint Elias’s would like to hereby recognize the outstanding ELECTED IN HUDSON COUNTY years of dedication to ecumenicalism. career of one of Hampden, Massachusetts’ The good nature of Saint Elias has not been finest educators, Roger E. Farrell. Mr. Farrell limited to the neighborhood which houses the has taught social studies at the Thomas W. HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ parish. Starting last year, the parish has spon- Burgess in Hampden for thirty-four years. Dur- OF NEW JERSEY sored children in Lebanon by helping to pro- ing that span he has instilled in Hampden’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vide needed medical supplies and clothing. young people an appreciation of our govern- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 The goodwill and love of the people of Saint ment and of the many facets of our world. Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Elias has been demonstrated by these acts of Also, he has done exceptional work in orga- to honor the 20th Year Celebration of the First sharing and concern. nizing award programs, student videos, and

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.011 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E593 educational trips to New York and to our na- HONORING ELIZABETH HARTWELL Checking Act of 2001.’’ This bill will repeal the tion’s capital. Mr. Farrell and his classes have EARTH DAY prohibition against banks paying interest on always been welcome visitors to my office. checking accounts. Even more important than this Mr. Speaker, HON. TOM DAVIS When this bill was considered in the Sub- is the fact that Mr. Farrell has significantly OF VIRGINIA committee on Financial Institutions, I ex- contributed to the molding of fine character of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pressed my concern that this legislation could be interpreted in a way that would effectively those he has taught over the years. The up- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 standing character displayed by his students eliminate the financial benefits and checking Mr. DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I would on their yearly visits to Washington serves as services that large depositors now receive like to take this opportunity to honor a friend testament of this. from banks in lieu of interest. These services of Northern Virginia, Mrs. Elizabeth Hartwell, are now provided in accordance with substan- Mr. Speaker, the Thomas W. Burgess who dedicated her life to protecting the envi- School, the entire Hampden community, and tial interpretive guidance that has been issued ronment. I want to recognize her life and all of by the Federal Reserve under Regulation Q. myself are extremely grateful of the dedicated her contributions to the Eleventh District of Vir- Current law states that the provision or the re- service that Mr. Farrell has provided his stu- ginia. ceipt of such services and benefits does not dents. I congratulate him on his retirement and Mrs. Hartwell began her quest to protect the constitute interest. wish he and his wife Barbara the best of luck environment in 1966, when she learned of I am pleased that Chairman OXLEY agreed in all their endeavors. plans to rezone part of Northern Virginia, to modify the bill by including a new section Mason Neck, a wildlife habitat. She made and accompanying report language. These f modest films of the wildlife that thrived there provisions clarify that the current provision of and showed it to civic organizations around HONORING WILLIAM L. GRAY services by banks in accordance with Regula- the region. She even gave tours by boat along tion Q will be continued. This legislation will Mason Neck’s waterways. She formed a com- not alter the legal definition of interest for real HON. LOIS CAPPS mittee and, with the backing of local officials, estate closing escrow transactions and pro- OF CALIFORNIA saved 5,000 acres of Mason Neck for use as vides that current Regulation Q Federal regu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES park land. latory interpretations regarding the definition of She served on many boards to help care for interest on deposits will continue to stand. Tuesday, April 24, 2001 the environment. She was a member and vice Title companies and agents currently re- Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to chairman of the Northern Virginia Regional ceive bank services that defray the overall pay special tribute to a good friend, close ad- Park Authority. Mrs. Hartwell also served as cost of maintaining real estate settlement es- visor, and leader of the Santa Barbara com- secretary and vice president of the Conserva- crows. These services subsidize settlement munity, Mr. William L. Gray. After twenty-eight tion Council of Virginia and chairman of the service operations, ultimately lowering the cost years of service, Bill recently retired from Pa- Citizen’s Council for a Clean Potomac. Some of closing and settlement services to the pub- cific Bell. of her time was spent with the Audubon Natu- lic. As a highly developed financial system, Bill started his career at Pacific Bell in 1972 ralist Society. Federal banking law and regulations have Mrs. Hartwell was the organizer of ‘‘Friends as a customer service representative. His consistently operated to facilitate the smooth of Mason Neck.’’ Due to her efforts, the 2,277- commitment to serving the customers of his and efficient flow of real estate transactions acre Mason Neck National Wildlife Refuge company and the members of his community and promoted American homeownership. was formed, making it the first area estab- I am grateful that the Committee included a has been Bill’s trademark ever since. lished for the protection of bald eagles. Also clear statement of congressional intent with re- I have come to know Bill professionally over created were the 1,804-acre Mason Neck spect to this issue in relationship to the pro- the past several years in his capacity as Di- State Park and the 1,003-acre Pohick Re- posed changes in the bill and I fully support rector of Pacific Bell’s External Affairs for Ven- gional Park. H.R. 974. tura and Santa Barbara Counties. Of course, During his term, former Governor Linwood f Bill was an effective advocate for the positions Holton appointed her to the Virginia Board of of his company on legislation pending in Con- Agriculture. Later she was appointed to the HONORING THE EIGHTH GRADE gress. But more important, Bill was a tireless board of Fairfax County Wetlands for seven CLASS OF GATES–CHILI MIDDLE proponent of the limitless potential that com- years. Former Governors Charles Robb and SCHOOL munications technology has to benefit our so- Gerald Baliles both appointed Mrs. Hartwell to ciety. I learned a tremendous amount from Bill the Northern Virginia Potomac River Basin HON. THOMAS M. REYNOLDS about the range of technology choices con- Committee. OF NEW YORK sumers can and should expect in the years Her efforts to protect the environment were IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ahead. His counsel was particularly helpful to rewarded with dozens of honors and awards. Tuesday, April 24, 2001 me in my role as a member of the Committee In 1976, Mrs. Hartwell was named the Virginia Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on Commerce. Wildlife Federation Conservationist of the to welcome the eighth grade class of Gates- Mr. Speaker, there are few institutions in Year. In 1990, she won the Fairfax County Chili Middle School, who arrived in Wash- Santa Barbara County that have not benefited Park Authority’s Elly Doyle Park Service ington today. Award. from Bill Gray’s substantial and generous These outstanding students have come to Mr. Speaker, in closing, I wish the very best community activism. He served on the Board our nation’s Capitol not only to experience to Mason Neck State Park as they honor Mrs. of Directors of the Goleta Valley and Santa first-hand our government and history, but to Elizabeth Hartwell on April 21, 2001 in Fairfax, Barbara Region Chambers of Commerce, the show their respect and gratitude to America’s Virginia. She dedicated her life to nature and Kiwanis club, the Santa Barbara Chamber Or- World War II veterans. While here, they will be helping the environment and I call upon all of chestra, Santa Barbara Partners in Education, presenting a donation to the American Legion my colleagues to join me in celebrating her re- Santa Barbara Family YMCA, the Red Cross, to help build the World War II Memorial. markable life. Because of her efforts, Northern and the United Way. He has also contributed More than two generations removed from Virginia today is an even better place to live, significantly to business and civic groups in the Second World War, these young men and work, and raise a family. Santa Maria, Lompoc, Carpinteria, and women dedicated their time and their energy Solvang. f to raise $1,000 for the memorial fund. Through Although Bill may have retired from his job, SMALL BUSINESS INTEREST a mass production project, the Team 8C I know that he and his wife Cindy will not re- CHECKING ACT OF 2001 Coolaids (as they called themselves), pro- tire from their commitment to improving the duced CD racks that were sold in school and quality of life in our community. I will miss SPEECH OF throughout the community, with the help of the working directly with Bill on issues involving HON. JUDY BIGGERT Parent-Teachers Organization. Pacific Bell, but I know that I will continue to Mr. Speaker, I am extremely proud of these OF ILLINOIS witness the wonderful contributions he makes students for their hard work, and for their com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to Santa Barbara County. I hope all of my col- mitment to ensuring that the sacrifices en- leagues will join me in congratulating Bill Gray Tuesday, April 3, 2001 dured, and the triumph ensured by our na- on his lifetime of accomplishments and Mrs. BIGGERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sup- tion’s World War II veterans will forever be re- achievement. port of H.R. 974, ‘‘the Small Business Interest membered. I ask that this entire Congress join

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.016 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 E594 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 24, 2001 me in saluting the hard work, service and de- Code (articles 118, 119(a), 119(b)(2), 120(a), 122, is beginning to suffer the consequences. voting of the eighth grade class at Gates-Chili 124, 126, and 128). Some have argued that money from fuel taxes Middle School. f is more useful in Washington than in Ameri- f cans’ pockets, helping motorists afford the TRIBUTE TO CAPE HENLOPEN high price of gasoline. In reality, the economic SUMMARY OF LOFGREN-CONYERS HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS PAR- damage caused by high fuel prices far out- AMENDMENT IN THE NATURE OF TICIPATING IN THE WE THE PEO- weighs any impact on federal spending that a A SUBSTITUTE TO H.R. 503 PLE NATIONAL FINALS six-month moratorium could cause. Congress should act now to mitigate the economic dam- HON. ZOE LOFGREN HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE age caused by steep energy costs. The current high gasoline prices across the OF CALIFORNIA OF DELAWARE country are a continuation of the energy prob- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lems that began during the Clinton administra- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 Tuesday, April 24, 2001 tion. In recent years, domestic energy produc- tion has fallen to its lowest level since before Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Speaker, the Lofgren- Mr. CASTLE. Mr. Speaker, on April 21–23, World War II. The failure to increase domestic Conyers Amendment, the ‘‘Motherhood Pro- 2001 more than 1200 students from across production has made the U.S. increasingly vul- tection Act of 2001,’’ is an overall substitute to the United States will be in Washington, D.C. nerable to the whims of OPEC nations, who the committee bill, the ‘‘Unborn Victims of Vio- to compete in the national finals of the We the recently slashed their oil production in order to lence Act of 2001,’’ H.R. 503, and creates a People . . . The Citizen and the Constitution increase their profitability. Compounding the crime for any violent or assaultive conduct program. I am proud to announce that the problem is the increase in the gasoline tax against a pregnant woman that interrupts or class from Cape Henlopen High School from that was enacted in 1993. That year, when terminates her pregnancy and makes any Lewes will represent the state of Delaware in fuel prices were low, Democrats in Congress, interruption punishable by a fine and imprison- this national event. These young scholars President Clinton, and a tie-breaking vote by ment up to twenty years but, if the pregnancy have worked diligently to reach the national Vice President Gore combined to increase is terminated, punishable by a fine and impris- finals and through their experience have federal fuel taxes. The FUEL Act would re- onment up to life. gained a deep knowledge and understanding verse that increase and represents a sound AMENDMENT TO H.R. 503, AS REPORTED of the fundamental principles and values of first step in the development of a comprehen- OFFERED BY MS. LOFGREN OF CALIFORNIA our constitutional democracy. sive, long-term policy to lower energy costs. Strike all after the enacting clause and in- I would like to recognize the participating Besides addressing long-term concerns, my sert the following: students from Cape Henlopen High School: legislation provides immediate assistance to SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. Matt Beebe, Caroline Boving, Kristin the problem of high fuel costs. By halting the This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Motherhood Cannatelli, Cassandra Class, Khara Conlon, collection of federal fuel taxes for six months, Protection Act of 2001’’. Lauren Cooper, Laura Dillon, Megan Kee, Hil- consumers will see an immediate dip of nearly SEC. 2. CRIMES AGAINST A WOMAN—TERMI- lary Lord, Alieda Lynch, Chrissy Mulligan, An- 20 cents in the cost of gasoline at the pump. NATING HER PREGNANCY. drew Olenderski, Neeru Peri, Joe Pritchett, This six month moratorium will help to keep (a) Whoever engages in any violent or Heather Sweard, Sarah Sprague, Megan Ster- prices down over the summer months which assaultive conduct against a pregnant ling, Charli Tabler, and Erin Williams. often see steep fuel cost increases. I urge my woman resulting in the conviction of the I would also like to recognize their teacher, colleagues to support this legislation to fight person so engaging for a violation of any of Jerry Peden, who deserves much of the credit rising energy prices. the provisions of law set forth in subsection (c), and thereby causes an interruption to for the success of the class. f the normal course of the pregnancy resulting The class from Cape Henlopen High School in prenatal injury (including termination of is currently conducting research and preparing TRIBUTE TO LT. COLONEL HUGH the pregnancy), shall, in addition to any pen- for the upcoming national competition in PENTLAND DUNN alty imposed for the violation, be punished Washington, D.C. I wish them, and Mr. Peden, as provided in subsection (b). the very best of luck; they are all fine rep- HON. LYNN C. WOOLSEY (b) The punishment for a violation of sub- resentatives of the First State. OF CALIFORNIA section (a) is— IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES (1) if the relevant provision of law set forth f in subsection (c) is set forth in paragraph (1), Tuesday, April 24, 2001 THE FREEDOM FROM UNFAIR (2), or (3) of that subsection, a fine under Ms. WOOLSEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to title 18, United States Code, or imprison- ENERGY LEVY ACT (FUEL) ment for not more than 20 years, or both, but honor Lt. Colonel Hugh Pentland Dunn’s 100th if the interruption terminates the preg- HON. F. JAMES SENSENBRENNER, JR. Birthday. Mr. Dunn was born in New York City nancy, a fine under title 18, United States on April 24, 1901. He is a veteran of three Code, or imprisonment for any term of years OF WISCONSIN wars: World War I, World War II, and the Ko- or for life, or both; and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rean War. (2) if the relevant provision of law is set Tuesday, April 24, 2001 Hugh Dunn lives in Santa Rosa, CA, with forth in subsection (c)(4), the punishment his wife Patricia. He has a humor and bright- shall be such punishment (other than the Mr. SENSENBRENNER. Mr. Speaker, today ness that shines with every story he tells. Peo- death penalty) as the court martial may di- I am re-introducing legislation, the Freedom ple who visit Hugh Dunn find him refreshing rect. from Unfair Energy Levy Act or ‘‘FUEL Act,’’ to and entering to be around. We are all en- (c) The provisions of law referred to in sub- alleviate the impact of current high fuel prices. riched by his first-hand memories of the early section (a) are the following: My legislation would place a six-month mora- (1) Sections 36, 37, 43, 111, 112, 113, 114, 115, 1900’s. torium on federal motor fuel excise taxes, in- 229, 242, 245, 247, 248, 351, 831, 844(d), (f), (h)(1), At age 17, he lied about his age to join the and (i), 924(j), 930, 1111, 1112, 1114, 1116, 1118, cluding the 18.3 cent per gallon tax con- Canadian Army’s Expeditionary Force and en- 1119, 1120, 1121, 1153(a), 1201(a), 1203(a), 1365(a), sumers pay for gasoline and the 24.3 cent per tered World War I. After the war, he attended 1501, 1503, 1505, 1512, 1513, 1751, 1864, 1951, gallon tax on diesel fuel, and eliminate perma- college at Columbia University in New York 1952(a)(1)(B), (a)(2)(B), and (a)(3)(B), 1958, nently the 4.3 cent per gallon tax increase ap- City and joined the ROTC as an officer. Even- 1959, 1992, 2113, 2114, 2116, 2118, 2119, 2191, 2231, proved in 1993. tually he transferred to City College because 2241(a), 2245, 2261, 2261A, 2280, 2281, 2332, 2332a, Last year, when I first introduced the FUEL of protests at Columbia against the ROTC. Mr. 2332b, 2340A, and 2441 of title 18, United Act, I warned of the threat that high energy Dunn served in World War II in the Korean States Code. prices posed to our economy. As was illus- (2) Section 408(e) of the Controlled Sub- conflict, ending his career in Germany in the stances Act of 1970 (21 U.S.C. 848). trated clearly in the 1970s and early 1990s, Army of Occupation. (3) Section 202 of the Atomic Energy Act of fuel price hikes can cause widespread dam- Mr. Speaker, I am honored to represent 1954 (42 U.S.C. 2283). age to economic well being. Unfortunately, such a dedicated and knowledgeable veteran. (4) Sections 918, 919(a), 919(b)(2), 920(a), 922, high energy costs have continued to plague Please join me in celebrating his 100th birth- 924, 926, and 928 of title 10, United States the U.S. since that warning and our economy day.

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.020 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E595 SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT CELEBRATION OF THE 40TH ANNI- murder and deportations against Kosovar Al- CENTERS VERSARY OF THE AIR FORCE banians. Six of the Serbs interviewed by SERGEANTS ASSOCIATION American RadioWorks took part in the Cuska HON. ASA HUTCHINSON attack, including one man who admitted to executing a dozen unarmed Albanian men. OF ARKANSAS HON. JAMES P. MORAN OF VIRGINIA The Alfred I. duPont-Columbia awards have IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES spotlighted the nation’s best in broadcast jour- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, April 24, 2001 nalism since 1942. Past Gold Baton winners Tuesday, April 24, 2001 Mr. HUTCHINSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise have included Bill Moyers and Public Affairs today to recognize the great contributions Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise Television in 2000 for ‘‘Facing the Truth’’ on which Small Business Development Centers today to recognize the enlisted men and PBS, and 1999 winner NOVA, produced at (SBDCs) make to our communities. SBDCs women of the United States Air Force, to WGBH-TV, Boston, for five programs (‘‘Ever- have provided counseling and training pro- whom ‘‘Service Before Self’’ is more than a est: The Death Zone,’’ ‘‘The Brain Eater,’’ ‘‘Su- grams to small businesses and potential entre- slogan, it is an ingrained value that has be- personic Spies,’’ ‘‘China’s Mysterious Mum- preneurs for over 20 years. SBDCs have a come the standard by which they live. As I mies,’’ and ‘‘Coma’’) and for consistently out- large return on investment as they create jobs, have worked with the Air Force Sergeants As- standing science reporting. Batons are in- increase business revenue and generated tax sociation, I have recognized that same value scribed with the late Edward R. Murrow’s fa- revenue. in their enduring contributions and dedicated mous observation on television: ‘‘This instru- ment can teach, it can illuminate; yes, it can In my home State of Arkansas, an economic efforts to representing their members. Over even inspire. But it can do so only to the ex- impact study conducted in 2000 revealed that the past forty years, the Air Force Sergeants tent that humans are determined to use it to more than $44 million in increased sales and Association has become known as ‘‘the voice those ends. Otherwise it is merely wires and more than $3.5 million in tax revenues were of the Air Force enlisted corps’’ by tenaciously representing those whom they serve. The Air lights in a box.’’ generated as a result of services provided by In presenting the 2001 Gold Baton to Amer- the Arkansas Small Business Development Force Sergeants Association plays a key role in keeping Members of Congress informed of ican RadioWorks Producers, Stephen Smith Center (ASBDC). Last year, clients served by and Michael Montgomery, Columbia Univer- the ASBDC created 541 new jobs! Those are the issues affecting Air Force enlisted mem- bers and their families, whether those mem- sity’s President George Rupp said, ‘‘It is a staggering numbers which show that this is a measure of the times we live through that program which deserves full funding. bers are active duty, Air Force component or retiree personnel. These issues range from each year, at least one of these winning pro- Small businesses account for 87 percent of grams is about man’s inhumanity to man. The all businesses in Arkansas. There are over pay and benefits, to education, to housing, to military health care. Not only does AFSA keep duPont jury applauds this radio documentary 45,000 businesses with 20 employees or for telling us about ghastly events in a now fewer. These numbers demonstrate the great the Members of Congress informed, it keeps its members up-to-date regarding where Con- forgotten part of the world.’’ Jurors, who re- need for the support services provided by the viewed over 600 submissions to choose just SBDCs. Businesses turn to the SBDCs for gress stands on the critical quality of life issues that so drastically impact upon their one Gold Baton recipient, commented, ‘‘This counseling, training, assistance with loan ap- program reaffirms the effectiveness of radio in plications, and more. Simply put, SBDCs are welfare. The efforts of the enlisted men and women presenting complicated issues in a compelling vital to the health of the small business com- contribute immeasurably to the success of our way.’’ munity. United States Air Force. AFSA’s dedicated ef- ‘‘Massacre at Cuska’’ had already received Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to sup- forts to those men and women have made this well-deserved national recognition when, in port funding of Small Business Development association a great success. The Air Force December 2000, it was named as a finalist for Centers at the highest level possible. In addi- Sergeants Association’s 40th Anniversary will the 2000 International Consortium of Inves- tion, I would like to insert an excerpt from an occur on May 3rd. tigative Journalists (ICIJ) Award for Out- article ‘‘Successful Business Strategies’’ writ- I am proud to recognize their efforts and standing International Investigative Reporting ten by USA Today columnist Rhonda Abrams contributions to the Air Force enlisted corps and as a finalist in the category Enterprise as she speaks to the merits of this program. and to the defense of our great nation. I con- Journalism: In Collaboration for the Online SUCCESSFUL BUSINESS STRATEGIES gratulate them on reaching this important mile- Journalism Awards (OJAs) presented by the (By Rhonda M. Abrams) stone. Online News Association and Columbia Uni- One of the best, least-known services the f versity. That said, an award of the stature of government helps fund—and I emphasize the the Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University Gold word ‘‘help,’’ since the federal government MINNESOTA PUBLIC RADIO’S Baton bestowed upon such a small, public only provides matching funds—is a national AMERICAN RADIOWORKS WINS radio broadcasting entity like American network of Small Business Development TOP NATIONAL JOURNALISM RadioWorks is unprecedented. Centers (SBDCs). There are over 1,000 SBDCs, AWARD ‘‘Massacre at Cuska’’ originally aired in this located primarily at community colleges or country in February 2000 on public radio sta- in Main Street storefronts across the coun- tions nationwide, and later that year, a Serbian try. HON. BILL LUTHER They’ve provided one-on-one counseling OF MINNESOTA language version was broadcast in Yugoslavia and training programs—free or at very low IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on the independent B92 radio network. Ac- cording to co-producer, Michael Montgomery, cost—to small businesses and start-up entre- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 preneurs for over 20 years. If you haven’t ‘‘Serbs had never heard a program so detailed heard of them, it’s because they don’t spend Mr. LUTHER. Mr. Speaker, Minnesota Pub- and so blunt about the ethnic killings in money advertising. They just do their job. lic Radio’s American RadioWorks has won the Kosovo. As part of Serbia’s new commitment SBDCs serve over 600,000 small businesses a 2001 Alfred I. duPont-Columbia University to democracy, it’s important that Serbs have year in face-to-face counseling sessions, and Gold Baton Award for its hour-long documen- access to independent accounts of the Kosovo another 750,000 businesses turn to them for tary entitled ‘‘Massacre at Cuska: Anatomy of information, resources, and call-in assist- violence. We hope the program will foster a ance. They provide business plan guidance, a War Crime.’’ The award is considered to be public discussion in Serbia about war, ac- computer training, and help small companies the nation’s most prestigious in broadcast jour- countability and reconciliation.’’ regroup rather than fold up when an industry nalism. American RadioWorks is public radio’s larg- is phased out in a region. ‘‘Massacre at Cuska’’ investigated the est documentary production unit. It represents The result is a remarkable track record. events surrounding the May 14, 1999 attack a collaboration that involves Minnesota Public SBDC clients generated 67,800 new jobs in by Serbian death squads on an ethnic Alba- Radio, National Public Radio and public radio 1998. Small businesses helped by SBDCs have nian village called Cuska (pronounced stations across the country. Through investiga- a higher survival rate than other small com- CHOOSH-kuh) that, within a matter of hours, tive journalism, American RadioWorks is panies. And while the entire SBDC network received a paltry $83 million in 2000, SBDC left forty-one unarmed civilians dead. The pro- based in Minnesota, but its work, like mine, clients generated additional tax revenues of gram presented, for the first time, detailed tes- touches more than just Minnesotans. Mr. over $468 million. This is one federal program timony from Serbian police, army and militia Speaker, I congratulate American RadioWorks that actually makes money for the govern- members alleging that Slobodan Milosevic’s on their notable achievement as the 2001 re- ment! senior generals masterminded a campaign of cipient of the Alfred I. duPont-Columbia Gold

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.028 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 E596 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 24, 2001 Baton Award for overall excellence in broad- Don’t ask me where she read that—prob- In 1985, Beverly Abbott took the helm at the cast journalism. ably the same places you have. It’s just that San Mateo County Mental Health Services kids don’t let it slide by, don’t let it fall Agency. Under her stewardship, the Mental f away under considerations of image, size, Health Division has been transformed from a ENVIRONMENTAL ISSUES power and, oh yes, by the way, it isn’t very fuel-efficient. traditional, clinic-based mental health facility to So she sees SUVs on the road and she asks, a dynamic organization with a broad array of HON. EDWARD J. MARKEY ‘‘Are those people selfish, or do they just not residential and rehabilitation options. Today OF MASSACHUSETTS know better?’’ She used to ask the same the Agency offers a wide selection of contact IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thing about people she saw littering. services, designed to involve families and cli- I hear on the radio that 75 percent of Tuesday, April 24, 2001 ents in the administration and evaluation of Americans are worried about global warm- the service delivery system. Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, Oliver Wendell ing, but the United States won’t agree to a In 1994, the San Mateo Mental Health Divi- Holmes once said ‘‘Pretty much all the honest treaty to try to control it. Our president sion led the State of California by imple- truth telling in the world is done by children.’’ says it would be too hazardous for our econ- menting the first fully integrated mental health I believe we here in Congress could certainly omy. Every day, everyone evaluates, decides service system for persons funded by Medi- learn something about energy, the environ- what priority to assign things and then Cal (MEDICAID). ment, and the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge makes up his or her mind. But for older peo- Beverly Abbott has taken a leadership role from a young girl named Sophie Brown of An- ple, the Earth wasn’t and isn’t a thing to in a number of prestigious organizations, in- chorage, Alaska, the subject of the following worry about. It’s just ‘‘there,’’ like adding cluding the American College of Mental Health thoughtful and thought-provoking ‘‘Letter to the zero to both sides of an equation. Other Administration where she served as President- Editor’’ from her mother, published in the An- things—costs, duration, employment statis- Elect and President from 1995 to 1999. chorage Daily News on April 5, 2001: tics, capitalization, demographics—those are all factors to be considered. The Earth? It She has worked tirelessly to provide uncom- CHILDREN PUT EARTH BEFORE PARENTS’ SUVS just keeps rotating around the sun. You’ve promising assistance to all residents of San (By Barbara Brown) seen one tree, you’ve seen them all. Or, you Mateo County. Beverly Abbott’s life of leader- I pulled the car into the driveway, walked see no trees, there’s nothing there. ship is instructive to us all. Her dedication to toward the door of the house, and Sophie Find me a kid who doesn’t know about re- the ideals of democracy and community serv- cycling. Find me a kid who doesn’t know threw open the storm door and shouted, ice stand tall. It is fitting that she is being hon- ‘‘How do you feel about drilling in the Arctic why he or she recycles, why it’s important. National Wildlife Refuge?’’ OK, maybe they are just little do-gooders, ored upon the occasion of her retirement from ‘‘Hold on,’’ I said, ‘‘let me pull the car into but they’re little do-gooders entirely dif- the San Mateo County Mental Health Services the garage.’’ ferent from the way little kids used to be. Agency, and I ask my colleagues, Mr. Speak- ‘‘But this is important,’’ she insisted. ‘‘Yes While my mom told people to turn their er, to join me in honoring this great and good or no?’’ lights off for the war effort, these kids turn woman whom I am proud to call my friend. Just another pleasant ‘‘welcome home’’ in lights off ‘‘for the Earth.’’ We are a better county, a better country and the Wiepking-Brown household. Once, many years ago, a summer room- a better people because of her. One evening, Tim was talking about some- mate said to me, ‘‘If the U.S. uses most of thing over the dinner table, and I must have the Earth’s resources, then if conditions are f become distracted because next thing I going to improve for the rest of the world, NATIONAL DEPRESSIVE AND knew, he was discussing scientists and canni- we would have to end up using less, right?’’ balism in Papua New Guinea. I thought so. MANIC-DEPRESSIVE ASSOCIATION ‘‘Cannibalism?’’ I said, really confused. ‘‘Well,’’ he decided, ‘‘I don’t want to use ‘‘What are you talking about?’’ less of anything. So I guess the rest of the HON. PATRICK J. KENNEDY Sophie piped up: ‘‘It’s the slow, deadly world can’t improve.’’ spread of mad cow disease.’’ I am eager to see the world these children OF RHODE ISLAND By this point, I was really feeling discon- make. Oh, I know that some may grow up to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nected. ‘‘What slow, deadly spread of mad think that recycling aluminum cans is a Tuesday, April 24, 2001 cow disease?’’ I asked. And Sophie pointed to pain in the neck or that they want as big a Newsweek magazine. ‘‘The Slow, Deadly gas guzzler as the next guy. All those Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island. Mr. Speak- Spread of Mad Cow Disease’’ was right there, ‘‘other’’ factors may outweigh their desire er, I submit the attached testimony that was on the cover. for wilderness, for conservation, for clean air given by Lydia Lewis of the National Depres- ‘‘You read the article?’’ Tim asked, incred- and water. sive and Manic Depressive Association to the ulous. But right now—bet on it—children are put- ‘‘Yes,’’ Sophie said. ‘‘We’re discussing mad House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, ting the Earth first. Even if that changes— Health, and Human Services and Education cow disease in school.’’ even if they put the Earth second or third or Tim loves this about Sophie. He loves dis- fourth—we can be sure they’ll never forget for the RECORD. cussing current events. In school, he’d had a about putting the Earth in the equation. NATIONAL DEPRESSIVE AND MANIC- lot of trouble with reading until they intro- How will they feel if we don’t leave them DEPRESSIVE ASSOCIATION, CHICAGO duced newspapers in his classroom. He went much Earth to worry about? (Statement on Fiscal Year 2002 Budget, Na- from nonreader to the boy everyone wanted Barbara Brown lives and writes in Anchor- tional Institutes of Health and National on the current-events team. age. But back to ANWR. In Sophie’s class, all Institute of Mental Health—Submitted to the kids were opposed to drilling except one f the House Appropriations Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and boy who thought the money might help edu- TRIBUTE TO BEVERLY K. ABBOTT cation in the affected communities. I won- Education, March 21, 2001) dered if they’d seen pictures of cute little Good afternoon. Chairman Regula, Rank- caribou. I asked, ‘‘Was it because of the car- HON. ANNA G. ESHOO ing Member Obey, and distinguished mem- ibou?’’ OF CALIFORNIA bers of the Subcommittee, thank you for the ‘‘Some,’’ Sophie said, ‘‘but we know about opportunity to testify today. My name is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the differences of opinion between the groups Lydia Lewis, and I am the Executive Direc- of people there; we know about how much oil Tuesday, April 24, 2001 tor of the National Depressive and Manic-De- pressive Association (National DMDA). We they might find there. Mostly, it’s because of Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the Earth, the wilderness.’’ are pleased to have this opportunity to tes- One friend of mine said her daughter’s honor a distinguished Californian, Beverly K. tify on fiscal year 2002 funding for mental class is ready to die on its swords to defend Abbott, on the occasion of her retirement from health research supported by the National the refuge. Ask the children, and they want the San Mateo County Mental Health Services Institutes of Health (NIH) and the National to keep it safe from drilling. Is it because Agency. Institute of Mental Health (NIMH). they’re so young, so naive, so limited in un- In January 1968 Beverly Abbott entered into National DMDA has been gratified to see derstanding? Is it because they’re not paying public service as a social worker. A dedicated the overall NIH budget increase over the the bills? Talk to them—they’re well-versed champion of the mentally ill, she devoted past three years, including last year’s nearly $2.5 billion increase, and we urge the contin- in the facts. It’s just the way they assign pri- twelve years to Marin County’s Division of orities: Kids put the Earth into the equation. ued full funding of these research priorities Tim went looking for a car recently and Community Health, eight of which were spent in order to maintain an active, progressive was considering a sport utility. In horror, as Director. Beverly Abbott revolutionized the research agenda. We fully support President Sophie shouted, ‘‘No, not an SUV! They are Department during her tenure, increasing the Bush’s 2002 budget request of a $2.8 billion in- terribly wasteful of the Earth’s resources!’’ budget from $5,000,000 to $12,000,000. crease above the 2001 funding level for NIH,

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.028 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E597 to a total of $23.1 billion, and we applaud the science research is also critically important Nearly 2.5 percent of children and 8.3 percent President’s stated initiative to double NIH’s to understand the mechanisms in the brain of adolescents suffer from clinical depres- 1998 $13.6 billion funding level by 2003. that lead to these illnesses. When we begin sion. There has, however, been virtually no With nearly 400 patient-run support groups to understand these, we will be able to de- research to date on bipolar disorders in chil- in every major metropolitan area, National velop more effective and rational ways to dren, despite evidence that families wait an DMDA is the nation’s largest patient-di- treat, and hopefully cure, mental illness. average of 10 years before receiving the prop- rected, illness-specific organization. We are Increased public awareness and under- er diagnosis after seeking help. We know committed to advocating for research toward standing of mood disorders will contribute that up to 90 percent of bipolar disorders the elimination of mood disorders; educating significantly to improved diagnosis and start before age 20, meaning more high patients, professionals and the public about treatment rates for these illnesses. Progress school dropouts, more illegal drug and alco- the nature of depression and manic-depres- is slowly being made, and we encourage the hol use, higher teen pregnancy rates, more sion as treatable medical diseases; fostering Subcommittee to continue to fully fund pro- teen violence and more adolescent suicides. self-help; eliminating discrimination and grams that address the stigma and isolation The costs of waiting for proper treatment do stigma; and improving access to care. We associated with mental illness. We must, as not just affect the individual sufferer, but so- have a distinguished Scientific Advisory NIMH Director Dr. Steven Hyman has said, ciety as a whole. Board of nearly 65 leading researchers and sound the alarm that we are in the midst of We fully support NIMH plans to further ex- clinicians in the field of mood disorders a public health crisis—that our glaring pand clinical trials of treatments for mental which reviews all of our materials for med- misperceptions about and undertreatment of illnesses, including the exploration of de- ical and scientific accuracy and provides mental illness, especially for children and pression in young children. We urge a signifi- critical and timely advice on important re- minority populations, represents nothing cant increase in funding for research of mood search opportunities and treatment break- less than a national health emergency. disorders in children and adolescents with special emphasis on the efficacy and safety throughs. While I am here today to testify PROGRESS IN RESEARCH AND DIAGNOSIS on behalf of National DMDA, I know person- of current treatments, the epidemiology of Mood disorders and other mental illnesses ally what it is like to battle depression every these illnesses and improved diagnostic kill people every day. Depression is the lead- day, to fight the urge to end my life. I myself tools. ing cause of suicide in the United States. We are pleased that NIMH played a lead suffer from the disease. It’s a dreadful way to One in every five bipolar sufferers takes his role in the Surgeon General’s report on live. or her own life, and the Centers for Disease youth violence. With further research into COMBATING THE STIGMA OF MENTAL ILLNESS Control report that suicide is the third-lead- the relationship between mental disorders The facts are staggering. More than 20 mil- ing cause of death among 15 to 24 year old and violence, we are hopeful that tragedies lion American adults—10% of the U.S. popu- Americans. For every two homicides com- like the recent school shootings in California lation—suffer from unipolar or major depres- mitted in the United States, there are three and across the country can be prevented in sion every year. An additional 2.3 million suicides. the future. Many of the perpetrators of these people suffer from bipolar disorder, also We know that science destigmatizes, and shootings exhibited symptoms of mental ill- known as manic-depression. According to a as more people come to understand that ness, and further research into the connec- study done in 2000 by the World Health Orga- mood disorders are treatable medical ill- tion between behavior problems and anxiety nization, the World Bank, and the Harvard nesses, we can make significant reductions disorders, depression, and suicidal ideation is School of Public Health, unipolar major de- in both their human and economic costs. The critical. National DMDA is also pleased with pression is the leading cause of disability in Surgeon General released a groundbreaking the coordination between NIMH and other the world today. It also found that mental report on mental illness, an important first federal agencies, such as the Centers for Dis- health has long been misunderstood. In fact, step in this process. The study concluded ease Control and the departments of edu- mental illness accounts for more than 15% of that these diseases are real, treatable, and cation and justice, and continued informa- the burden of disease in established market affect the most vital organ in the body—the tion sharing about the relationship between economies such as the United States. This is brain. Research supported by NIMH has lead mental illnesses and violence. more than the disease burden caused by all to new and more effective medications for BIPOLAR (MANIC-DEPRESSION) DISORDER cancers combined. both depression and manic depression. We The World Health Organization has identi- Women are more than twice as likely as have a much better understanding of these fied bipolar disorder as the seventh-ranked men to experience depression, and one out of illnesses, and are learning more about their cause of disability in the world today. Nearly every four American women will experience impact on cardiovascular disease and stroke. one in 100 Americans suffers from manic-de- a major depressive episode in her lifetime. The Surgeon General’s 1999 report was the pression, yet research in this area has been Ten to fifteen percent of women develop first ever, from that office, on mental illness. continually under funded. postpartum depression the first year after While this is a shameful statistic—by com- That is slowly changing. NIMH’s current birth—the most underdiagnosed obstetrical parison, there have been 23 Surgeon Gen- Systemic Treatment Enhancement Program complication in America. Among the many eral’s reports on tobacco since 1964—Na- for Bipolar Disorder (STEP-BD) is a land- consequences of this illness is the depressed tional DMDA is nevertheless encouraged by mark study of 5,000 people with bipolar dis- new mother’s inability to bond with and nur- this development, and we hope to take ad- order, the largest psychiatric trial ever held. ture her child. Experts say these babies are vantage of this turning tide. Finally, there is While this is a critically important study, it at increased risk of depression throughout hope that these disorders will start to be also underscores the unfortunate cir- life. seen by Americans for what they are—real cumstance that mental illnesses remain woe- Coping with these devastating illnesses is a diseases. But we urgently need to increase fully under funded. The STEP-BD trial has a tragic, exhausting and difficult way to live. funding for NIMH and other research institu- budget of just $20 million. A brief check of, Despite these facts, stigmatizing mental ill- tions to ensure that any forward momentum for example, the National Cancer Institute ness is a common occurrence in the United is not lost. programs will reveal that this is an unjustly States. Labeling people with mental illness CLINICAL RESEARCH small allocation for researching this perva- has been a part of the national consciousness sive and fatal disease. In fact, in FY 1999, National DMDA plays an important role in for far too long, and continues to send the NIMH spent only $46 million on bipolar re- several large NIMH-sponsored clinical trials. message that devaluing mental illness is ac- search. Congress must continue to increase Our consumer representatives are members ceptable. An estimated 50 million Americans its investment in this important area of of oversight committees for trials studying experience a mental disorder in any given mental health research. the effectiveness of treatments for bipolar year, and only one-fourth of them actually THE IMPACT OF DEPRESSION ON OTHER disorder, the study of treatment of adoles- receive mental health and other services. ILLNESSES cents with depression, and the study of Two out of three people with mood disorders treatment of individuals with depression who National DMDA is pleased to be partici- do not get proper treatment because their do not benefit from standard initial treat- pating next week in an important NIMH symptoms are not recognized, and ments. National DMDA participates in the forum on improving health outcomes for misdiagnosed or, due to the stigma associ- oversight of these trials to ensure that the major diseases such as cancer, diabetes, ated with mental illness, are blamed on per- first priority of all clinical trials is the safe- heart disease, stroke, AIDS, and Parkinson’s sonal weakness. Far too often, the fear of ty of the patient. One of our primary objec- through the effective treatment of co-occur- being judged or abandoned wins out over the tives is to limit the number of people ex- ring depression. The forum will highlight sci- need to seek medical attention, and the per- entific advances linking depression and posed to placebo and limit the duration of son remains untreated. other illnesses, and the role that treating de- their exposure without compromising sci- Equally devastating is the stigma associ- pression plays in improving the course of the entific validity. ated with the research of mood disorders and co-occurring disease. Participants will also other mental illnesses. Research in behav- MOOD DISORDERS IN CHILDREN AND focus on ideas for shaping the Institute’s re- ioral science is as critical as that under- ADOLESCENTS search agenda, and further educational and taken for any other illness. Our under- The issue of mood disorders in children and communication plans for improving health standing of the brain is extremely limited adolescents is of particular concern to Na- care. National DMDA applauds NIMH for its and will remain so for decades unless much tional DMDA, and we support the aggressive efforts to include the public in its agenda greater financial support is provided. Neuro- research being done by NIMH in this area. setting.

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.033 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 E598 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 24, 2001 Important new research has shown that Isthmus as much a part of our city’s life and dents on the quiz bowl team worked incredibly treatment of co-occurring depression often character as our renowned farmers’ market or hard to win this competition. Students who improves health outcomes for patients with the statue atop our State Capitol’s dome. qualified for the team already had a wide a wide variety of diseases. Researchers are tracing various aspects of depression, that Isthmus has been described as a hybrid range of general knowledge, but still had to may affect illnesses as varied as neurological that, like the community it serves, defies easy prepare for the competition. They divided up diseases such as Parkinson’s disease, dis- labeling or simple description. It provides a topics in various academic disciplines and eases of the cardiovascular system, and dis- weekly accounting of our lives with astute each student became an expert in one or eases involving suppression of the immune analyses, groundbreaking investigative report- more fields. They studied for a minimum of an system, such as cancer and AIDS. It appears ing, and commentary of all stripes on who we extra hour every day, as well as practicing that depression is an important risk factor are and who we want to be. team-work, test-taking strategies and speed. for heart disease. In a recent study, it was Isthmus’ influence has spread beyond the found that heart patients who had depression Mrs. Tanner says this approach is the best were four times as likely to die in the next pages of the paper. The Isthmus Annual Man- strategy to take when preparing students for a six months as those who were not depressed. ual has become our guidebook to all that is competition in which they have no idea which There are also studies linking depression and good and helpful in our community; while the questions will be asked of them. They simply obesity and diabetes, as well as findings yearly Isthmus Jazz Festival has become a need to be quick minded, calm under pressure showing common genetic patterns in diabe- treasured weekend of good music and great and knowledgeable about many subjects. She tes and depression. moments. said the six students on this year’s team were OTHER RESEARCH NEEDS On this 25th anniversary of Isthmus’ found- all of these things and even worked hard More research is needed on the medica- ing, I applaud its talented and industrious staff, enough on their regular school work to make tions for mental illness. There has not been faithful advertisers, and devoted readers who the Honor Roll. We are very proud of them. a drug developed specifically for bipolar dis- have nurtured and supported this indispen- order since the discovery of lithium more sable chronicle of our lives the past 25 years Now let me tell you a little bit more about than 50 years ago. In addition, it is not fully these wonderful kids. understood how psychiatric drugs work in and we look forward to the next 25! the brain. A person often must choose be- f Sam Hart, who also won the spelling bee at tween lessening suicidal thoughts or getting Alachua Elementary School this year, focused life threatening rashes, seizures, or lithium TRIBUTE TO ALACHUA ELEMEN- on spelling. He also concentrated on sports poisoning. So many of us have to choose a TARY SCHOOL’S 2001 QUIZ BOWL and children’s literature. Sam is a quiet, intel- life without libido or a life of fatigue, exacer- TEAM ligent student who Mrs. Tanner described as bated by insomnia. Although these medica- ‘‘highly respected and popular with both teach- tions are effective for many people, no one should have to make choices like these. HON. KAREN L. THURMAN ers and peers.’’ Every day technology and science bring us OF FLORIDA Ryan McCoy is the second member of his further in understanding the brain, and these IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES family to participate in the quiz bowl. His older kinds of successes build upon each other. Tuesday, April 24, 2001 National DMDA is therefore particularly brother Evan McCoy was also on the school’s pleased to see the NIMH’s renewed commit- Mrs. THURMAN. Mr. Speaker, I wish to pay quiz bowl team. Ryan concentrated on sports ment to research of more viable treatment tribute to six remarkable elementary school for the competition as well as measurements options for depression and bipolar disorder students, Sam Hart, Ryan McCoy, Ashley Nel- and Roman numerals. and we hope that the Congress will continue son, Paloma Paredes, Megan Raulerson, and Ashley Nelson, a straight-A student who to fund important studies in this area. Great Justin Sturm; their equally remarkable teacher, strides are being made, but it is critical that took sixth grade math this year, specialized in even more research is done on how different Shirley Tanner, and their school for triumphing math and measurement. On test day, Ashley medicines affect both the body and the mind. in the 2001 National Thinking Cap Quiz Bowl. was the team member chosen to enter the CONCLUSION Located in Alachua, a tiny city of approxi- team’s answers using the computer keyboard We urge the National Institutes of Health mately five thousand people, Alachua Elemen- or mouse pointer. Ashley performed this and the National Institute of Mental Health tary School serves less than 600 students. stressful task ‘‘flawlessly’’ according to Mrs. to continue to expand and enhance behav- Principal Jim Brandenburg described the one- Tanner. She input the team answers quickly ioral science, neuroscience and genetics re- hundred and six- year-old school as a ‘‘com- and accurately. She also demonstrated her search of mental illnesses. We commend the munity school’’ and credited community in- fine grasp of math concepts and computation Subcommittee’s past support of NIH and volvement for the school’s quality, explaining by correctly answering all the math questions NIMH, and look forward to continuing to that: ‘‘Alachua is a very stable community. work with you in the next year to ensure re- without even using a pencil or paper. Many of our students’ parents and grand- newed commitment to full funding of mental Paloma Paredes, another straight-A student, health research. We are confident that to- parents also attended Alachua Elementary School. We don’t have a lot of money but the learned time zones and geometry for the com- gether, our efforts will mean real treatment petition. Mrs. Tanner described Paloma as an options, an end to the stigma associated parental involvement and community support with mental illness, lives saved and a far help make up for that.’’ incredibly conscientious and hard-working stu- more productive America. Thank you again Alachua Elementary School is often referred dent. Paloma studies every chance she gets. for the opportunity to testify on issues crit- to as ‘‘the little school that could.’’ It has been Megan Raulerson, also a straight-A student, ical to the health and well being of all Amer- honored as a Blue Ribbon School and recently was the team’s language arts expert. In addi- icans. received for student achievement from the tion to her schoolwork and Quiz Bowl partici- f Alachua County School Board. Furthermore, pation, Megan routinely appears on the CELEBRATING THE 25TH this is the second consecutive year that school’s closed circuit live video news broad- ANNIVERSARY OF ISTHMUS Alachua Elementary School has come in first casts. Both Megan and fellow Quiz Bowl in the state in the National Thinking Cap Quiz teammate, Justin Sturm, frequently fill in when HON. TAMMY BALDWIN Bowl. a scheduled anchorperson fails to show up. Shirley Tanner has coached both of Alachua This means they don’t even have the oppor- OF WISCONSIN Elementary School’s champion National Think- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tunity to read the script until a few minutes be- ing Cap Quiz Bowl teams. She also makes fore broadcast time. A tough job, but they do Tuesday, April 24, 2001 time to teach enrichment classes and instructs it wonderfully. Ms. BALDWIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to students and teachers about technology re- Mrs. Tanner says that Justin Sturm ‘‘wants celebrate the 25th anniversary of the founding sources. She is certainly a beloved and de- to know everything about everything.’’ She of a unique institution in Madison, Wisconsin, voted teacher who prefers to keep the focus says Justin excels in science and is an avid our weekly newspaper, Isthmus. Conceived as on her students’ accomplishments rather than reader and an enthusiastic learner. an alternative source of news and information, her own. nurtured by the hard work and big dreams of Mrs. Tanner initiated the school’s involve- I would also like to recognize last year’s its founders, Vince O’Hern and Fred ment in the challenging competition several quiz bowl winners: Keely Duff, Tyler Mikell, Milverstedt, Isthmus’ growth and success over years ago. The test consists of 100 computer- Elizabeth Keller, Katey Sands and Sara 25 years have mirrored Madison’s. generated multiple-choice questions covering Wooding for their achievements. Mr. Speaker, Those of us who live in, and work in, and a wide range of school subjects, current please join me in honoring all of these excep- love Madison consider our weekly copy of events and trivia. Each of the fifth-grade stu- tional students.

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.036 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E599 IN HONOR OF THE SNOHOMISH FORCED CHILD LABOR IN CHINA join in love and unity as we celebrate our faith COUNTY PROSECUTOR’S OFFICE in God and the religious freedom that our HON. GEORGE MILLER country protects. We put our differences aside OF CALIFORNIA and come together as children of God of pray HON. JAY INSLEE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for peace and reconciliation. No other event during my years as a mem- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 OF WASHINGTON ber of Congress has been such a blessing as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Mr. the National Prayer Breakfast. The thoughts Speaker, I rise today to offer my sincerest and prayers shared at this year’s breakfast Tuesday, April 24, 2001 condolences to the families of the 42 individ- were beneficial to those who attended, and I uals—including 37 young school children— believe they will be so many more. I am there- Mr. INSLEE. Mr. Speaker, as Members of who died in a horrible explosion in China on fore including the program and transcript to be Congress, we spend countless hours in this March 6 of this year. This tragedy resulted printed in the RECORD. The program and tran- chamber discussing issues related to juvenile from a situation of forced child labor in which script follow: crime, and we all agree that we must do more the deceased third- and fourth-graders were 1999 NATIONAL PRAYER BREAKFAST, than merely punish juvenile criminals—we required to spend long hours during the school THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 1999, HILTON must develop programs in our communities to day making firecrackers. Along with 16 co- WASHINGTON AND TOWERS HOTEL, keep our youth from becoming criminals in the sponsors, today I am introducing a bipartisan WASHINGTON, D.C., first place. I rise today to pay special tribute to resolution that expresses condolences to the Chairman: Representative Steve Largent some wonderful individuals from the Snoho- families of the deceased and expresses sup- Representative LARGENT. My name is mish County Prosecutor’s office that are help- port for international trade agreements that will Steve Largent, and I want to welcome you to the National Prayer Breakfast. I am a mem- ing our young people to become healthy, pro- enforce the International Labor Organization’s core labor standards, which include prohibition ber of the House of Representatives from the ductive, law-abiding citizens. These volun- of child labor and forced labor. state of Oklahoma, and I am this year’s teers, in collaboration with local school- For years, the parents of children in the chairman and will be acting as the Master of teachers, conduct the Courtrooms to Class- Ceremonies for at the prayer breakfast this Fanglin elementary school, which is in a small year. rooms program. village 40 miles southwest of Shanghai, had It is my pleasure at this time to introduce This innovative program, funded through a complained that their children were being Mr. Jim Kimsey, who will begin with our federal grant, provides young students an op- forced by school officials to manufacture large pre-breakfast prayer. Mr. KIMSEY. Basil was a fourth-century portunity to learn nonviolent problem solving firecrackers at school. Every day, the young children were required to spend hours mount- saint from Asia Minor. He said, ‘‘We pray in techniques and avoid self-destructive behav- the morning to give us the first stirrings our iors. Initiated by Prosecuting Attorney James ing fuses and detonators into the firecrackers mind to God. Before anything else, let the Krider and adapted by Lynn Mattson-Eul, the that were then sold by local officials. To en- thought of God gladden you.’’ Would you sure that their monetary intake remained high, Courtrooms to Classrooms’s curriculum allows begin this day with me in prayer? the officials set a sliding production quota that Dear God, may the efforts of all those students to: bound with positive role models, started at 1,000 firecrackers per day for the gathered here today reach far and wide—our appreciate how laws influence their daily lives, youngest children and reached 10,000 fire- thoughts, our work, our lives. Make them learn about our justice system, and explore crackers per day for the fifth-graders. blessings for your kingdom. Let them go be- new career options from local prosecuting at- It was only a matter of time before this dis- yond today. Our lives today have con- torneys. The Courtrooms to Classroom pro- sequences unseen. Each life has a purpose. turbing example of forced and dangerous child Please, God, grant us the wisdom to recog- gram assists students in understanding the in- labor would end in tragedy. On a Tuesday nize that purpose. dividual responsibilities one has as a member afternoon, the firecrackers exploded in the ele- Today is new and unlike any other day, for of society, and developing analytical skills mentary school and took the lives of the 37 God makes each day different. To live each when making routine and serious decisions. young children. day wisely, we need wisdom—wisdom in our Chinese Prime Minister Zhu immediately de- hearts and in our thoughts. We need wisdom One of the highlights of the program is the in the choices we make. Psalm 90 implores mock trial of the storybook character nied the use of forced child labor, and Com- munist Party officials invented a story about a us, ‘‘Lord, teach us to number our days ‘‘Goldilocks.’’ It is obvious that the important aright, that we may gain wisdom in our ‘‘mad man’’ who entered the school and set lessons these young people take away from heart.’’ off the explosion as part of his suicide attempt. the Courtrooms to Classrooms program will Each day, like today, we pray to God to However, thanks to the courageous and per- help us to do the things that matter, not to stay with them the rest of their lives. sistent reporting of both Chinese and inter- waste the time we have. We know the mo- I encourage my fellow colleagues to join me national journalists, Prime Minister Zhu was ments we have are precious. We pray that in thanking the following individuals for taking eventually forced to acknowledge the true God helps us count them dear and teach us to number our days aright; that he fills this the time to improve this country by partici- events of March 6. The forced labor and child labor in China day and every day with kindness so that we pating in the lives of our children. may be glad and rejoice all the days of our violates several conventions of the Inter- Those individuals are: Kathy Jo Kristof, life. national Labor Organization (ILO), but unfortu- Numbering our days aright is crucial for Scott Lord, Becky Quirk, Walt Sowa, Charlie nately the ILO has no enforcement powers. I our own happiness, but it is even more im- Blackman, Julie Twito, Jim Townsend, Paul ask my colleagues to join me in supporting a portant for the rest of the world. Each day Stern, Mara Rozzano, bipartisan House Resolution that expresses we are presented with opportunities to make a difference; small differences, like a hello to Aaron Shields, Jason Cummings, Tom Cur- our condolences to the families of the de- ceased and urges strong international action a lonely neighbor, to extra change dropped in tis, Chris Dickinson, Colleen St. Clair, Dave a homeless person’s cup. And we can make Kurtz, Randy Yates, Dave Thiele, Patricia to enforce the ILO core labor standards. big differences feeding the hungry, teaching Lyon, Seth Fine, Steven Bladek, Michael Held, f children to read, bridging understanding and John Swanson, Serena Hart, Kerri Oseguera, THE 47TH ANNUAL NATIONAL peace between nations. Every difference you make matters, just as every day matters. Sandra Walters, Marie Turk, Ted Mueser, PRAYER BREAKFAST Edmund Burke wisely noted long ago, ‘‘The Mark Roe, Craig Matheson, Lisa Paul, Remy only thing necessary for the triumph of evil Leonard, Barbara Finnie, Matt Hunter, John HON. STEVE LARGENT is for good men to do nothing.’’ Stansell, Kathy Patterson, Craig Bray, Cindy OF OKLAHOMA We are especially blessed today. We have a unique opportunity in our frantic lives to Larsen, Erica Temple, Hal Hupp, Ed Stemier, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES begin with prayer and listen to the wisdom George Appel, Karen Jorgensen-Peters, Lisa Tuesday, April 24, 2001 of the incredible group assembled here today. Hanna, Linda Scoccia, Tim Geraghty, Sherry Mr. LARGENT. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of I would like to leave you with one thought. King, Karen Moore, Dave Wold, Diane the House and Senate Prayer Groups, it was Yesterday is history, and tomorrow is a mys- Kremenich, Susan Lewis, Debbie Cicardini, tery. But today is a gift. Thank you. an honor to chair the 47th Annual National (Opening Song by the United States Army Karen Kahmann, Diana Kinnebrew, Patricia Prayer Breakfast held on February 4th, 1999. Chorus.) Bear, Tricia Bryant, Anna Clark, Chery Park, This annual breakfast is an opportunity for Representative LARGENT. Thank you to the Amy Matthiesen, and Cheri Wantola. leaders and guests from around the world to United States Army Chorus. We appreciate

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.040 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 E600 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 24, 2001 that. That is inspiring, and a good way to need to say who she is, right? (Laughter.) No, friends, we have prayed with his majesty in start the breakfast. she is one of America’s most listened-to times of triumph and times of trial. And as At this time I would like to call to the po- radio talk show hosts. She is the co-author he undergoes treatment this week for the dium General Dennis Reimer, who is the of the current bestseller, ‘‘The Ten Com- trial of a lifetime, we join all our prayers to Chief of Staff of the Army, for our opening mandments: The Significance of God’s Law uplift his spirit and strengthen his family, prayer. in Everyday Life.’’ She is also a licensed his loved ones and his medical care team in General REIMER. Let us pray. marriage, family and children’s counselor a special way. Almighty and eternal God, creator of all and is frequently referred to as America’s Also, many of you may be here this morn- things, we ask Your presence with us at this mommy. (Applause.) ing asking, ‘‘What is the prayer breakfast gathering this morning as we raise our Next to Dr. Schlessinger is Senator Kay and why am I here?’’ I want to tell you just minds and hearts to You. May the words we Bailey Hutchison, an outstanding senator a little bit about the prayer breakfast and share be an echo of Your voice. We are grate- from the state of Texas, who will share with its genesis. It is not very complicated, actu- ful for our nation’s long and abiding legacy you later about the Senate and House break- ally. There was a small group that began of freedom. We thank You for Your gifts, fast groups. Senator, thank you. (Applause.) meeting in the Senate back in the early which become richer as we share them, and Next is Annie Glenn, wife of Senator John 1950s. They were joined later by a small more secure as we guard them for one an- Glenn. Annie is a great friend and a great ex- group that began in the House. At some time other. ample for us all. (Applause.) And then we they decided, wouldn’t it be a good idea if Gracious Lord, we praise You for the spirit have Senator Glenn, who is one of our na- the House group and the Senate group met of liberty You have established through our tional heroes, whose return to space last together to pray for the President of the nation’s founders. Lord, we remember this year had me considering out of retirement, United States. And that is how the prayer morning the words of Peter Marshall, who briefly. (Applause.) breakfast began 47 years ago. You are going gave thanks for the rich heritage of this Next is our Vice President, Al Gore. Every to hear a little bit more about the Senate good land, for the evidences of Thy favor in year Congress hosts a National Student and House groups from Senator Hutchison the past and for the hand that hath made Leadership Forum on Faith and Values, and and what we are doing in both chambers as and preserved this nation. We thank You for this year the Vice President and his wife the men and women who, by blood and sweat, we speak. Tipper were kind enough to open up their The members concluded that whether our by toil and tears, forged on the anvil of their home to about 200 student leaders from country is experiencing peace or war, bounty own sacrifice all that we hold dear. May we across the country and actually spent a lot or struggle, there is a tremendous need for never lightly esteem what they obtained at a of time with them individually, talking with people of faith to lift the President up in great price. Grateful for rights and privi- them. Mr. Vice President, please tell Tipper prayer. This is not now, nor has it ever been, leges, may we be conscious of duties and ob- we said thank you very much. (Applause.) a political event. When we come to the pray- ligations. May his words continue to be Next are President Clinton and the First er breakfast, we take our political hats off timeless. Lord, we ask that You will strengthen us Lady. (Applause.) I want to tell you an inter- and come together to talk and pray about to stand firmly against cruel and heartless esting story that I think also is a bit of a the principles of Jesus. One individual who embodies these prin- discrimination or prejudice of any kind. In glimpse behind the scenes of President Clin- ciples and who generally graces our presence Your holy presence we ask that the things ton. After the prayer breakfast two years here at the prayer breakfast is Dr. Billy which make for peace may not be hidden ago, I sent him a note thanking him for his Graham. Unfortunately, because of his from our eyes. Help us to catch Your vision remarks, which were wonderful, as they will health considerations, Dr. Graham is unable of a greater destiny and the call of holy re- be this morning. He actually was in the proc- to attend this year. However, by way of a let- sponsibility. May the moral fibers of duty, ess of writing me a note and said, ‘‘No, I ter, he sends his greetings. I would like to honor and country be seen in all we do. thought I would just call.’’ Lord our God, in profound gratitude we ask So he called our home, and my daughter share a portion of his letter with you, be- Your blessing on the United States of Amer- Casie, who at that time was about 15 years cause I believe it captures the spirit of the ica. Bless now this food to our use and us to old, answered the phone and said, ‘‘The occasion. Dr. Graham writes, ‘‘After so many years, Your service. In Your holy name we pray. President of the United States is calling for the most difficult thing for me to do is to in- Amen. Congressman Steve Largent.’’ My daughter Representative LARGENT. Thank you, Gen- put the phone on hold and came and got me form you that I will not be able to come to eral Reimer, a great Oklahoman. and she said, ‘‘Dad, somebody said that the the prayer breakfast as I had planned. I hope Please enjoy your meal. We will continue President is on the line. Would you please you will give my greetings and the promise with the program in about 15 minutes. get him off the line because I’ve got Brad of prayer for this important gathering this Thank you. Pitt holding on the other line.’’ (Applause.) morning. Our country is in need of a unity (Breakfast) Next to the First Lady is my first lady, that only God can bring. We must as a people Representative LARGENT. In addition to Terry Largent. (Applause.) repent of our sins and turn to God in faith. the President and First Lady, and the Vice Next we have our speaker this morning, He alone can heal our divisions, forgive our President, this morning we have a number of Max Lucado and his wife Denalyn. I will tell sins and bring the spiritual renewal the na- special guests. We have members of the Sen- you more about Max just a little bit later. tion needs if we are to survive. I deeply re- ate and the House, and members of the Presi- (Applause.) gret that I cannot be with you today, but I dent’s Cabinet. We have members of the Next to the Lucados is Senator Joseph will be in prayer that God will give the Joint Chiefs, prime ministers, heads of cor- Lieberman, a great senator and a man who is greatest spirit of spiritual renewal that we porations, student leaders and numerous known for his integrity and for his love of have ever had. Please assure the President other dignitaries. We have people from all 50 God. (Applause.) and Mrs. Clinton, Vice President and Mrs. states and over 150 countries represented Next is one of my good friends and col- Gore, and the other leaders gathered at the here this morning. (Applause.) leagues in the House of Representatives, breakfast, that they are in my constant In addition, we have with us several heads Harold Ford, Jr. He is the first African- prayers. God bless you all. Billy Graham.’’ of state which I would like to recognize at American in history to succeed his father in (Applause.) this time. We have His Excellency Ljubco the U.S. House of Representatives. (Ap- Mr. President, I would just add that our Georgievski, Prime Minister of the Former plause.) prayer is that while you are here with us, Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia. (Applause.) And next to Congressman Ford are General you will have a sense of peace and rest and Also joining us is His Excellency Mathieu Dennis Reimer, who I introduced earlier, one will understand that as you leave here that Kerekou, President of the Republic of Benin. of our great military leaders, and his wife, there are people all over the world that are (Applause.) His Excellency Jamil Mahuad, Mrs. Mary Jo Reimer. (Applause.) praying for you. President of Ecuador. (Applause.) And His As we gather this morning, this is the Na- Now, Senator Kay Bailey Hutchison will Excellency Pandeli Majko, Prime Minister of tional Prayer Breakfast, and there are many share with you about the House and Senate the Republic of Albania. (Applause.) I get around the world who need our prayers here prayer groups. extra credit for all of that. (Laughter.) this morning. I want to take a moment to Senator HUTCHISON. Thank you, Congress- At this time, I would like to introduce the mention just a few of the people that are in man Largent. And thank you for all the head table. Beginning on my left and your dire need of our prayers this morning, in- work you have done to make this a wonder- right is Mr. Jim Kimsey. He is the founder of cluding King Hussein, Billy Graham, Pope ful event. (Applause.) Mr. President and Mrs. America On Line and is a gentleman who has John Paul II, and the victims of the recent Clinton, Mr. Vice President, we are so hon- a deep love for the District of Columbia. earthquake in Colombia. In fact, it is my un- ored to have all of our guests today. With Mr. Kimsey is Ms. Holidae Hayes. We derstanding that King Hussein is undergoing It is gratifying to see such a large and dis- are glad to have you here. (Applause.) therapy for cancer treatment as we are tinguished crowd for this great Washington Next to them is Mr. Michael W. Smith. He speaking and is watching the prayer break- tradition. We come for our own reasons, is a Grammy-winning recording artist who fast this morning. some more inspired than others. For some, it will perform for us later, and his wife Debbie. Many in the Senate and the House break- is the prayer. Perhaps for some it is the (Applause.) fast group have had the opportunity over the breakfast. (Scattered laughter.) But as I look Next we have Dr. Laura Schlessinger, also years to become friends in this fellowship around this morning, in this city, I am re- known as Dr. Laura. (Applause.) I don’t even with his majesty, King Hussein of Jordan. As minded about the small-town Texas preacher

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.045 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E601 who phoned the local newspaper editor on known, in order to teach you that man does member that. ‘‘A time to be born and die, Monday to thank him for making a mistake not live by bread alone, but that man may plant, pluck up that which is planted, a time in the paper. And the editor said, ‘‘Well, why live on anything that the Lord decrees. The to kill, heal, break down, build up, weep, are you thanking me for the mistake?’’ And clothes upon you did not wear out, nor did laugh, mourn, dance, cast away stones, gath- the preacher said, ‘‘Well, the topic I sent you your feet swell these 40 years. er stones, embrace, time to refrain, time to was, ‘What Jesus Saw in the Publicans and ‘‘Bear in mind that Lord your God dis- get, time to lose, time to keep, cast away, Plutocrats.’ What you printed was, ‘What ciplines you just as a man disciplines his rend and sow, silence, speak, love and hate, Jesus Saw in Republicans and Democrats.’ son. Therefore, keep the commandments of time of war, time of peace.’’ The curiosity brought me the greatest crowd the Lord your God. Walk in his ways and re- That about covers the whole gamut of the of the year.’’ (Laughter.) vere him. For the Lord your God is bringing human existence. There is not much we Obviously, we do not come here today as you into a good land, a land with streams could add to that. That has always been one Republicans or Democrats, or even as Ameri- and springs and fountains issuing from plain that I thought leads us to believe that there cans. We come as God’s human creation, and hill, a land of wheat and barley, of vines, is a time for everything intended for us, that seeking guidance in our daily lives. I am figs and pomegranates, a land of olive trees God wants us to live a full life. There is a pleased to report for the United States Sen- and honey, a land where you may eat food time for everything. There is a time to live ate and the House of Representatives this without scarcity, where you will lack noth- and a time to do—for all of these things. morning. Each of us has a regular weekly ing, a land whose rocks are iron and from There is another passage I also like. This meeting at breakfast, and our regulars rare- whose hills you can mine copper. came to me and has been a favorite, because ly miss it. It is the priority time on our ‘‘When you have eaten your fill, give when I was training way back in World War schedules. It is a time for fellowship and re- thanks to the Lord your God for the good II days, which does show my age, I guess, my flection, two commodities that are often in land which he has given you. Take care, lest mother sent a passage to me that I have al- short supply in the course of our daily lives. you forget the Lord your God and fail to ways thought was very apropos, not only for It is also a time to renew old acquaint- keep his commandments, his rules and his that time and what I was looking forward to ances. One of the regulars who grace the laws, which I enjoin upon you today. When then, but also no matter what happens to us Senate meeting is former Senate Majority you have eaten your fill and have built fine any time in life. And that is out of Psalm Leader Mike Mansfield. Every Wednesday houses to live in and your herds and flocks 139. morning he comes in and orders bacon and have multiplied and your silver and gold ‘‘Whither shall I go from thy spirit, or eggs and biscuits, and all of my younger col- have increased and everything you own has whither shall I flee from they presence? If I leagues are eating granola and fruit. (Laugh- prospered, beware lest your hearts grow ascend up into heaven, thou art there. If I ter.) We tell him we love to see a guy that haughty and you forget the Lord your God, make my bed in hell, behold, thou are still eats like a guy. (Laugher.) We figure who freed you from the land of Egypt, the there.’’ And this part in particular: ‘‘If I take that the breakfast and the prayer is working house of bondage, who led you through the the wings of the morning and dwell in the ut- for him, because he is 96 years old. (Ap- great and terrible wilderness with its ser- termost parts of the sea, even there shall thy plause.) pents and scorpions, a parched land with no hand lead me and they right hand shall hold We are blessed with occasional drop-ins. water on it, who brought forth water for you me.’’ To me, that dwelling in the uttermost Both the Vice President and the President from the flinty rock, who fed you in the wil- parts of the sea also means going into space, have dropped in on our prayer breakfasts, derness with manna, which your fathers had I can tell you that. Those two passages to- and we enjoy it very much. but mostly it is never known, in order to test you by hard- gether I have always thought were about my just us, our members and our former mem- ship, only to benefit you in the end. favorite parts of the Scripture. bers, who are always welcome. We spend our ‘‘You say to yourselves, ‘My own power Now to our New Testament reading, which sessions discussing different things. Some- and the might of my own had have won this I understand is also the favorite of some of times it is the events of the day and what wealth for me.’ Remember that it is the Lord the other people here this morning. Romans bearing they may have on our spiritual your God who gives you the power to get 8: ‘‘Who shall separate us from the love of growth and renewal. At other times, we hear wealth in fulfillment of the covenant that he Christ? Shall tribulation or distress or perse- the testimony of a colleague or we help him made on oath with your fathers, as is still cution or famine or nakedness or peril or or her respond to a personal crisis. There is the case. If you do forget the Lord your God sword? As it is written, ‘For thy sake, we are only one informal rule: we never discuss Sen- and follow other gods to serve them or bow killed all day long. We are counted as sheep ate or House business. down to them. I warn you this day that you for the slaughter.’ Nay, in all these things, The Senate and the House are institutions, shall certainly perish. Like the nations that we are more than conquerors through him that, by their very nature and genius, are di- the Lord will cause to perish before you, so that loved us. For I am persuaded that nei- verse. They represent varied sections and in- shall you perish, because you did not heed ther death nor life nor angels nor principal- terests that define the great nation that is the Lord your God.’’ ities nor powers nor things present nor ours. They come together to find common Shalom. (Applause.) things to come nor height nor depth nor any ground. But in our prayer breakfast, we start Representative LARGENT. Thank you, Dr. other creature shall be able to separate us on common ground and we grow together Laura. Now Michael W. Smith. from the love of God which is in Christ Jesus from there. We start from the acceptance (Michael W. Smith sings ‘‘Salvation Be- our Lord.’’ that each of us is flawed, that we all need longs to God.’’) The second passage is out of Phillippians: guidance, and that none of us alone has the Representative LARGENT. Thank you, Mi- ‘‘Rejoice in the Lord always. And again I answers. We grow from the relationship that chael. say, rejoice. Let you moderation be known bonds us. We gain the strength to fulfill our As you are aware, Senator Glenn made his- unto all men. The Lord is at hand. Be careful collective duty to develop and nurture one tory recently by returning to space 36 years for nothing, but in everything, by prayer and nation under God, indivisible, with liberty after he became the first American to orbit supplication, with thanksgiving, let your re- and justice for all. That is what all of us the earth. During Senator Glenn’s space quests be made known unto God. And the hope that this annual meeting does, to in- flight last year, he kept in contact with the peace of God, which passeth all under- spire us to do better in the next year for our President via E-mail. At one point, the standing, shall keep your hearts and minds respective nations. President E-mailed Senator Glenn to let him through Christ Jesus. Finally, brethren, Thank you. Thank you, Steve. (Applause.) know he had spoken to an 83-year-old woman whatsoever things are true, whatsoever Representative LARGENT. Thank you, Sen- from Queens and asked her what she thought things are honest, whatsoever things are ator. And now, for a reading from the Holy of the mission. She replied that it seemed pure, whatsoever things are lovely, whatso- Scriptures, Dr. Laura Schlessinger. like a perfectly fine thing for a young man ever things are of good report, if there be Dr. SCHLESSINGER. First, I would just like like Senator Glenn to do. (Laughter.) So any virtue, if there be any praise, think on to say I cannot tell you how touched and please welcome the young Senator Glenn to these things. Those things which ye have honored I am to be here doing this. You have the podium (Applause.) both learned and received and heard and seen no idea what it means to me. This is Deuter- Senator GLENN. Thank you. (Continued ap- in me, do. And the God of peace shall be with onomy 8. plause.) Thank you all very much. Thank you.’’ ‘‘You shall faithfully observe all the in- you all very, very much. Steve, I thank you Thank you. (Applause.) struction that I enjoin upon you today, that for that introduction very much also. Representative LARGENT. Thank you, Sen- you may thrive and increase and be able to Let me add a couple of Old Testament ator Glenn. Please welcome to the podium, possess the land that the Lord promised on thoughts to what Dr. Laura just read for you ladies and gentleman, the Vice President of oath to your fathers. Remember the long a moment ago. These readings have been fa- the United States, Albert Gore, Jr. (Ap- way that the Lord your God has made you vorites of mine for a long time, and I wanted plause.) travel in the wilderness these past 40 years, to add those before I get over into a couple Vice President GORE. Thank you, Steve. that he might test you by hardship to learn of quotes from the New Testament. Thank you very much. Thank you, Congress- what is in your hearts, whether you would I am sure you all are very familiar with man Largent; Mr. President, Mrs. Clinton; keep his commandments or not. that part in Ecclesiastes that start out, ‘‘To Mr. Speaker; distinguished guests. ‘‘He subjected you to the hardship of hun- everything there is a season, and a time for To all of those who have worked so hard to ger and then gave you manna to eat, which every purpose under heaven.’’ I won’t take make this breakfast what it is, including a neither you not your fathers had ever time to read all of it exactly, but you re- lot of men and women in the Overflow Room,

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Al- I found this out in college when I found a ing us at this annual gathering, which reaf- though I have read many of his books, the girl whom I really liked and I took her home firms America as a pilgrim people and a na- one that truly touched me the most has been to meet my mom, but my mom didn’t like tion of faith. one of his children’s books called ‘‘You are her, so I took her back. (Laughter.) I found Every one of us, I believe, has a task ap- Special.’’ I have given this book to several another girl I really liked, and so I took her pointed for us by the Lord. We are reminded, friends and have read it aloud on various oc- home to meet my mom, but mom didn’t like ‘‘Whatsoever thy hand findeth to do, do it casions, especially when I speak with young her either. So I took her back. I found an- with thy might.’’ A teacher should teach people. When I was asked to choose a speaker other girl, took her home. Mom didn’t like with all his heart, a parent should care for this morning, I immediately thought of Max, her. I went through a dormitory full of her child as if all heaven were watching, a because I am convinced that someone who girls—(laughter)—until finally I found one machinist should take the utmost pride in a writes the way he writes knows a great deal that I knew my mom would like because she job well done, because all of us are asked by about the unconditional love of God. So, looked just like my mom. She walked like God to devote our daily work to others and Max, please come and share with us what is my mom. She talked like my mom. So I took to his glory. All of us have a chance to be on your heart this morning. (Applause.) her home, and my dad could not stand her. made great, not by our achievements meas- Mr. LUCADO. Mr. President and Mrs. Clin- (Laughter.) ured in the world’s eyes, but through our ton, Mr. Vice President. I cannot thank you People are tough to deal with. But tucked commitment to a path of righteousness and enough for this wonderful privilege that you away in the pages of the Bible is the story of to one another. have given me and my wife, Denalyn, to be Jesus guiding a contentious group through a I also believe our nation has a task ap- with you this morning. Thank you, Congress- crisis. If you will turn your attention to the pointed for it by the Lord. As the Gospel man Largent, for those kind words. inside of your program that you received, says, ‘‘Let your light so shine before men I never quite know how people respond to you will read the words written by a dear that they may see your good works and glo- those of us who write. Not long ago I was friend of Jesus, the apostle John. And he rify your Father, which is in heaven.’’ speaking at a conference and a man came up tells us this story: Though our founders separated Church and to me afterwards and said, ‘‘I’ve never had ‘‘Jesus knew that the Father had put all things under his power and that he had come State, they never forgot that this eternal dinner with an author before.’’ And I said, from God and was returning to God. So he spiritual light illuminated the principles of ‘‘Well, you buy, I’ll eat.’’ (Laughter.) So off got up from the meal, he took off his outer democracy, and especially the idea of the we went and had a delightful chat. Some clothing, he wrapped a towel around his preciousness and equality of every human days later I received a note from him in waist. After that he poured water into a being. The truth that underlies the Constitu- which he said, ‘‘I thoroughly enjoyed our basin and began to wash his disciples’ feet, tion is that every human being, no matter visit, but you were not as intelligent as I drying them with the towel that was how rich or how poor, how powerful or how thought you would be.’’ (Laughter.) You wrapped around him. He came to Simon rail, is made in God’s holy image and must can’t please everyone. Peter, who said to him, ‘Lord, are you going be treated accordingly. I will do my best to keep my remarks brief. to wash my feet?’ And Jesus replied, ‘You do We have seen, especially in this century, Not long ago I was speaking and a man got not realize what I am doing, but later you how dangerous and destructive the world be- up in the middle of my presentation and will understand.’ ‘No,’ said Peter. ‘You shall comes when individuals, nations, and leaders began walking out. I stopped everything and never wash my feet.’ And Jesus answered, forget this eternal truth. Without it, the I said, ‘‘Sir, can you tell me where you’re ‘Unless I wash you, you have no part with door to evil is wrenched open, wreaking un- going?’’ He said, ‘‘I’s going to get a haircut.’’ me.’ ‘Then, Lord,’ Simon Peter replied, ‘not told misery on the human race; demagoguery I said, ‘‘Why didn’t you get one before you just my feet, but my hands and my head as came in?’’ He said, ‘‘I didn’t need one before and cruelty, racial hatred and totali- well.’’’ tarianism may enter unchecked. I came in.’’ (Laughter.) It is the final night of Jesus’ life, the night I have asked several people associated with When we understand our real nature and before his death, and Jesus and his disciples the breakfast why the invitation came my responsibility as true sons and daughters of have gathered for what will be their final the living God, it does not mean we retreat way. The answer that really made the most meal together. You would think his followers from the world, even though all of us know sense was the briefest one, and that is, ‘‘We would be sensitive to the demands of the how hard the world can be on our ideals. thought you might share a few words about hour, but they are not. They are divided. An- Rather, God asks us to move forward into Jesus,’’ a request I am privileged to attempt other follower by the name of Luke in his human institutions and, instead of con- to fulfill. gospel writes these words: ‘‘The disciples The final paragraph on the invitation that forming ourselves to them, change them for began to argue about which of them was the we received defines the National Prayer the better, doing our best to listen to the important.’’ Can you imagine? The leader is small, still voice that should guide us. Breakfast as ‘‘a fellowship in the spirit of about to be killed and the followers are pos- A little farther in that part of Romans, in Jesus.’’ How remarkable that such an event turing for power. This is a contentious a different translation, is a passage that has even exists. It speaks so highly of you, our group. always meant a lot to me: ‘‘Do not be con- leaders, that you would convene such a gath- Not only are they contentious; they are formed to this world, but be transformed by ering and clear times out of your very busy cowardly. Before the night is over, the sol- the renewing of your mind, so that you may schedule to attend such a gathering, not diers will come and the followers will scat- discern what is the will of God, what is good under any religious or political auspices, but ter, and those who sit with him at the table and acceptable and perfect. Let love be gen- in the spirit of Jesus. Thank you that during will abandon him in the garden. Can you uine. Hate what is evil. Hold fast to what is these dramatic hours you have made prayer imagine a more stressful evening—death good. Live in harmony with one another. Do a priority. threats on one side and contentious and not be haughty, but associate with the lowly. This breakfast speaks highly of you, our quarrelsome followers on the other? I sup- Do not claim to be wiser than you are. Do guests. You weave a tapestry this morning of pose some of you can. That may sound like not repay anyone evil for evil, but take 160 different nations, traditions and cultures, a typical day at the office. But we know that thought for what is noble in the sight of all.’’ representing a variety of backgrounds but the response of Jesus was not at all typical. An old folk tale says there are two ways to united by a common desire to do what is But I wonder what our response would be. warm yourself when it is very cold. One is by right for your people. And you are welcome Perhaps we would preach a sermon on team putting on a luxurious coat; the other is by here. Each and every one of you are wel- work, maybe point a few fingers or pound a lighting a fire. The difference is that the fur come. few tables. That is probably what we would coat warms only yourself, while the fire The breakfast is a testimony to you, our do. But what does Jesus do? How does he lights anyone who comes near. leaders, to you, our guests, but most of all, guide a divided team through a crisis? He We have a comparable choice every day. wouldn’t you agree?, the breakfast is a testi- stands and he removes his coat and he wraps Indeed, we are at a moment of great spiritual mony to Jesus of Nazareth. Regardless of our a servant’s towel around his waist. He takes opportunity to choose right. The end of the perception and understanding and opinion of up the wash basin and he kneels before one millennium is drawing near, so let us carry him, how remarkable that 2,000 years after of his disciples. Unlacing a sandal, he gently no spiritual debts into a new time, but re- his birth, we are gathered to consider this lifts the disciple’s foot and places it in the commit to a future where we elevate man- life, a man of humble origins, a brother to wash basin, covers it with water and begins kind’s faith and fill the world with justice. the poor, a friend of sinners and the great to clean it. One by one, Jesus works his way (Applause.) reconciler of people. down the row, one grimy foot after another. Representative LARGENT. Thank you, Mr. It is the last attribute of Jesus I thought He washes the feet of his followers. Vice President. we could consider for just a few moments, By the way, I looked for the verse in the I was joking with the Vice President ear- his ability to reconcile the divided, his abil- Bible that says Jesus washed all of the disci- lier that the prayer breakfast is on Thurs- ity to deal with contentious people. After ples’ feet except the feet of Judas, but I

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And whoever taught us that the line between good and from us. And we think the only answer is to was at the bottom of that pecking order was evil does not run down geographical or polit- promote religious freedom at home and the one given the towel and the one given ical boundaries but runs through each of our around the world. the basin. But in this case, the one with the hearts. Please expand that part of us which I want to thank all of you who helped us to towel and the one with the basin is the one is good and diminish that part of us which is pass the Religious Freedom Act of 1998. I whom many of us esteem as the creator and evil. Let your great blessings be upon our would like say a special word of appreciation king of the universe. What a thought. Hands President and his family, our Vice President to Dr. Robert Seiple, the former head of which shaped the stars, rubbing dirt; fingers and his family, and all of these leaders and World Vision, who is here with us today. He which formed mountains, massaging toes. dignitaries gathered. But we look to you as is not America’s Ambassador at Large for And the one before whom all nations will one the ultimate creator, director and author of International Religious Freedom. Later this day bow, kneeling before his friends, before the universe. Lead us to someone today month, I will appoint three members to the his divided and disloyal band of friends. whose mistakes we might touch with kind- United States Commission on International It is important to note that Jesus is not ness. By your power we pray. Amen. (Ap- Religious Freedom. The Congress has al- applauding their behavior. He is not applaud- plause.) ready nominated its’ members. We know that is a part of it. But, respect- ing their actions. He simply chooses to love Representative LARGENT. Thank you, Max. them and respect them, in spite of their ac- At this time I want to make one other brief fully, I would suggest it is not enough. As we tions. he literally and symbolically cups the introduction, and that is the new Speaker of pray for peace, as well listen to what Max grimiest part of their lives in his hands and the House of Representatives, my friend said, we say, well, of course it is God’s will. But the truth is, throughout history, people cleanses it with forgiveness. Isn’t this what from Illinois, Denny Hastert. this gesture means? To wash someone’s feet I want to say it is my privilege and high have prayed to God to aid them in war. Peo- is to touch the mistakes of their lives and honor to at this time introduce the Presi- ple have claimed repeatedly that it was cleanse them with kindness. Sometimes dent of the United States, Mr. William Jef- God’s will that they prevail in conflict. Christians have done it at least since the there is no other option. Sometimes every- ferson Clinton. (Applause.) time of the crusades. Jews have done it since thing that can be said has been said. Some- President Clinton. Thank you very much. the times of the Old Testament. Muslims times the most earnest defense is inad- Steve, distinguished head table guests, to have done it from the time of the Essenes equate. There are some conflicts, whether in the leaders from around the world who are down to the present day. No faith is blame- nations or in homes, which can only be re- here, the members of Congress, Mr. Speaker less in saying that they have taken up arms solved with a towel and a basin of water. and others, ladies and gentlemen. ‘‘But Max,’’ you might be saying, ‘‘I’m not I feel exactly the way I did the first time against other faiths, other races, because it the one to wash feet. I’ve done nothing I ever gave a speech as a public official, to was God’s will that they do so. Nearly every- body would agree that from time to time, wrong.’’ Perhaps you have done nothing the Pine Bluff Rotary Club Officers Installa- that happens over the long course of history. wrong. But neither did Jesus. You see, the tion Banquet in January of 1977. The dinner I do believe that, even though Adolf Hitler genius of Jesus’ example is that the burden started at 6:30. There were 500 people there. preached a perverted form of Christianity, of bridge-building falls on the strong one, All but three were introduced; they went God did not want him to prevail. But I also not on the weak one. It is the one in the home mad. (Laughter.) We had been there know that when we take up arms or words right who takes the initiative. since 6:30. I was introduced at a quarter to And you know what happens? When the 10. The guy that introduced me was so nerv- against one another, we must be very careful one in the right volunteers to wash the feet ous he did not know what to do, and, so help in invoking the name of our Lord. Abraham Lincoln once said that in the of the one in the wrong, both parties end up me, the first words out of his mouth were, great Civil War neither side wanted war and on their knees. For don’t we always think we ‘‘You know, we could stop here and have had both sides prayed to the same God; but one a very nice evening.’’ (Laughter.) He did not are right? We kneel to wash feet only to look side would make war rather than stay in the mean it the way it sounded, but I do mean it. up and see our adversary, who is kneeling to union, and the other side would accept war We could stop here and have had a very won- wash ours. What better posture from which rather than let it be rent asunder, so the war to resolve our differences? derful breakfast. You were magnificent, came. In other words, our great president un- By the way, this story offers a clear pic- Max. Thank you very much (Applause.) derstood that the Almighty has his own de- ture of what it means to be a follower of I did want to assure you that one of the signs and all we can do is pray to know God’s Jesus. We have allowed the definition to get things that has been said here today repeat- will. so confusing. Some think it has something edly is absolutely true. Senator Hutchison What does that have to do with us? Martin to do with attending a certain church or em- was talking about how when we come here, Luther King once said we had to be careful bracing a particular political view. Really it we set party aside, and there is absolutely no taking vengeance in the name of God, be- is much simpler. A follower of Jesus is one politics in this. I can tell you that is abso- cause the old law of ‘‘an eye for an eye leaves who has placed his or her life where the dis- lutely so. I have had a terrific relationship everybody blind.’’ ciples placed their feet—in the hands of with Steve Largent, and he has yet to vote And so today, in the spirit in which we Jesus. And just as he cleansed their feet with with me the first time. (Laughter.) So I have been truly ministered to today, I ask water, so he cleanses our mistakes with for- know there is no politics in this prayer you to pray for peace in the Middle East, in giveness. breakfast. (Laughs.) Bosnia and Kosovo; in Northern Ireland, That is why followers of Jesus must be the We come here every year. Hillary and I where there are new difficulties. I ask you to very first to wash the feet of others. Jesus were staying up kind of late last night talk- pray that the young leaders of Ethiopia and goes on to say, ‘‘If I, your Lord and master, ing about what we should say today and who Eritrea will find a way to avoid war. I ask have washed your feet, you should wash one would be here. I would like to ask you to you to pray for a resolution of the conflicts another’s feet. I did this as an example so think about what Max Lucado said in terms between India and Pakistan. I ask you to that you should do as I have done for you.’’ of the world we live in, for it is easier to talk pray for the success of the peace process in I wonder what would happen if we accepted about than to do, this idea of making peace Colombia, for the agreement made by the this challenge, if we followed Jesus’s exam- with those who are different from us. leaders of Ecuador and Peru, for the ongoing ple. What if we all determined to resolve We have certain signs of hope, of course. struggles to make the peace process work in conflict by the washing of feet? If we did, last Good Friday in Northern Ireland, the Guatemala. here is what might occur. We would listen, Irish Protestants and the Irish Catholics set I ask you to pray for peace. I ask you to really listen, when people speak. We would aside literally centuries of distrust and chose pray for the peacemakers; for the Prime be kind to those who curse us and quick to peace for their children. Minister of Albania; for the Prime Minister forgive those who ask our forgiveness. We Last October, at the Wye Plantation in of Macedonia; who are here. Their region is would be more concerned about being fair Maryland, Chairman Arafat, Abu Mazin and deeply troubled. I ask you to pray for Chair- than being noticed. We would not lower our the Palestinian delegation, and Prime Min- man Arafat and the Palestinians; for the God-given standards, nor would we soften ister Netanyahu and the Israeli delegation government of Israel; for Mrs. Leah Rabin our hearts. We would keep our minds open, went through literally sleepless nights to try and her children, who are here, for the awful our hearts tender and our thoughts humble. to save the peace process in the Middle East price they have paid in the loss of Prime And we would search for and find the good- and put it back on track. Minister Rabin for the cause of peace. I ask ness that God has placed within each person, Throughout this year, we have worked you to pray for King Hussein, a wonderful and love it. with our allies to deepen the peace in Bosnia, human being, the champion of peace who, I Would our problems be solved overnight? and we are delighted to have the leader of promise you today, is fighting for his life No. Jesus’s were not. Judas still sold out and the Republika Srpska here today. We are mostly so he can continue to fight for peace. the disciples still ran away. But in time—in working today to avoid a new catastrophe in Finally, I ask you to pray for all of us, in- fact, in short time—they all came back and Kosovo, with some hopeful signs. cluding yourself; to pray that our purpose

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truly will reflect God’s will; to pray that we Representative FORD. Thank you, Steve. faith not in human hands but in the hands of can all be purged of the temptation to pre- We pray, God, that you will help us to un- God, who is full of abundant mercy.’’ tend that our willfulness is somehow equal derstand what the book of Ephesians means So, Lord, we pray that you will not only to God’s will; to remember that all the great when it says, ‘‘We wrestle not against flesh restore his soul and lead him in the paths of peacemakers in the world in the end have to and blood but against principalities and pow- righteousness for your name’s sake, but help let go and walk away, like Christ, not from ers.’’ We pray that we may heed the ancient us join with him to heal the breach, begin apparent but from genuine grievances. If summons, pray as if everything depended on the reconciliation and restore our national Nelson Mandela can walk away from 28 years God and act as if everything depended on soul so that we may go forward together to of oppression in a little prison cell, we can you. Whether we worship in the shadow of make this great country even greater and walk away from whatever is bothering us. If the cross, under the Star of David or the better. Leah Rabin and her family can continue crescent of Islam, it is in this spirit that we And I pray, Lord, too, for all the leaders their struggle for peace after the Prime Min- gather and in this spirit that we pray. We from around the world who are here. And in ister’s assassination, then we can continue pray that God be above us to protect, be- the spirit the president himself invoked, I to believe in our better selves. neath us to uphold, before us to guide and want to reach out particularly to Chairman I remember on September the 19th, 1993, around us to comfort. We offer these prayers Arafat and Abu Mazin and Leah Rabin and when the leaders of Israel and the Pales- in the name of one God of all humanity. Let her children, and to do so in the spirit of tinian Authority gather in Washington to all of God’s children say amen. (Applause.) unity that fills this room, but also in the sign the peace accord, the great question Representative LARGENT. Thank you, Har- recollection and remembrance of the truth, arose about whether, in front of a billion old. One of the real mysteries of the power of that Abraham, with whom you entered the people on international television, for the Jesus is that, Mr. President, as you said, I covenant that gave birth to at least three of very first time, Chairman Arafat and Prime may not have voted with you in the four the great religions that are here today, that Minister Rabin would shake hands. years that I have been in Congress, but I Abraham loved his son Ishmael as he did his Now this may seem like a little thing to want you to know that I care for you and son Isaac. And we pray that you will bring you. But Yitzhak Rabin and I were sitting in love you. That is part of the mystery of that truth to Chairman Arafat and the lead- my office talking, and he said: ‘‘You know, Jesus and the celebration that we have here ers of Israel and you will guide them in the Mr. President, I have been fighting this man this morning as we come to pray for our paths of peace so that their children and for 30 years. I have buried a lot of people. leaders and for our world. grandchildren may truly one day not just This is difficult.’’ And I started to make an At this time I would like to ask Senator live in peace but sit together, as Dr. King argument, and before I could say anything, Lieberman to come forward and lead us in evoked in all of us, at the table of brother- he said, ‘‘But you do not make peace with our benediction. (Applause.) hood and sisterhood. your friends.’’ And so the handshake oc- Senator LIEBERMAN. Thank you. Let us So, Lord, as we leave this place, we pray curred that was seen around the world. pray. that you will take us by the hand and lead us A little while afterward, after some time I pray, Lord, that you will open my lips, home, but let us not leave here the spirit of passed, they came back to Washington. And that I may declare your praise. We love you, unity and purpose that has filled this room. they were going to sign these agreements Lord, because we come before you with a per- Let us resolve, each of us in our own way, to about what the details were of handing over fect faith that you will hear our prayer. And work to honor your name, to bring us closer Gaza and parts of the West Bank. On this we have that faith not because of our con- each day to the realization of the prophet’s second signing, the two of them had to sign fidence in our righteousness but because of vision, ‘‘when the valleys will be exalted and three copies of these huge maps, books of our trust in your mercy. the hills and mountains made low, when the maps. There were 27 maps. There were lit- Lord, thank you for waking us up this rough spots will be made straight and the erally thousands of markings on these maps, morning, restoring our souls to our bodies, glory of the Lord will fill the earth, and all on each page: ‘‘What would happen at every bringing us to this place, enabling us to have flesh will see it and experience it.’’ On that little cross road? Who would be in charge? this extraordinary experience. We have come day, Lord, your name will truly be one and Who would do this, who would do that, who along many paths to this place, but the des- your children will be one. would do the other thing?’’ Right before the tination we seek is a unified one, Lord, and Amen. (Applause.) ceremony there was a hitch, and some juris- it is you. You are the source of our lives, of Representative LARGENT. Thank you, Sen- dictional issue was not resolved. Everybody our principles, of our purpose. We thank you ator Lieberman. was going around in a tizzy. I opened the for all that you have done for us. And as the Ladies and gentlemen, this concludes the door to the little back room, where the Vice President said so beautifully and compel- 47th National Prayer Breakfast. Thank you all for being with us here this President and I have lunch once a week. I lingly and truthfully, for reasons that only morning. Let’s leave today and live out the said to these two people, who shook hands impress us withour imperfection, so often principles Jesus taught about loving one an- for the first time not so long ago: ‘‘Why our attempts to reach you have divided us. other, loving our God with all our heart, soul don’t you guys go in this room and work this But today, the spirit in this room is yours; and mind. Thank you, and have a good morn- out? This is not a big deal.’’ Thirty minutes in the Hebrew, Shekinah, the spirit of God, is ing. later, they came out. No one else was in here and it brings us together in a character- istically American way, in a way that the there. They worked it out; they signed the f copies three times, 27 pieces each, each page founders of this country understood, and they were signing. And it was over. they expressed in the very first paragraph by A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING You do not make peace with your friends, which they declared their independence that MARTINS FERRY CHAMBER OF but friendship can come, with time and trust they held certain truths to be self-evident COMMERCE 100TH ANNIVERSARY and humility, when we do not pretend that and that the first of these was that the our willfulness is an expression of God’s will. rights they were granting us came from you; I do not know how to put this into words. they were not the work of philosophers or HON. ROBERT W. NEY A friend of mine last week sent me a little lawyers or politicians, but were the endow- OF OHIO story out of Mother Teresa’s life. she was ment we received from you, our creator. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES asked, ‘‘When you pray, what do you say to Lord, we thank you for the leaders who are Tuesday, April 24, 2001 God?’’ And she said, ‘‘I don’t say anything; I here, the speakers who are here who have listen.’’ And then she was asked, ‘‘Well, when shared their faith with us. We ask your pray- Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, I commend the fol- you listen, what does God say to you?’’ And ers, especially on the leaders of our country, lowing article to my colleagues with great she said, ‘‘He doesn’t say anything either; he the President and Vice President and their pride and satisfaction: listens.’’ (Soft laughter.) devoted and gifted wives. We pray particu- Whereas, The Martins Ferry Chamber of In another way, Saint Paul said the same larly today for the President of the United Commerce is this year celebrating their 100th thing. ‘‘We do not know how to pray as we States. We thank you for the gifts you have Anniversary as they have been committed to given him of intellect, of judgment, of com- ought, but the Spirit himself intercedes for servicing their community since its inception in us, with sighs too deep for words.’’ passion, of communication, that have en- So I ask you to reflect on all we have seen abled him to be such a successful leader of 1901; and, and heard and felt today. I ask you to pray our country and have raised up so many peo- Whereas, with a deep and abiding concern for peace, for the peacemakers, and for peace ple in this country to a better life and have for the well being of all members of the com- within each of our hearts—in silence. brought him to a point where people around munity, have given generously of their time, (Moment of silence.) Amen. the world depend on him, put their hopes in talents and energy to make Martins Ferry a (Applause.) him. better place to live; and, Representative LARGENT. Thank you, Mr. And Lord, may I say a special prayer at I invite my colleagues to join with me and President, for your remarks. You have asked this time of difficulty for our President, that us to pray for the leaders of the world and you hear his prayers, that you help him in the citizens of Ohio in celebration and com- for leadership in the world. And at this time, the work he is doing with his family and his memoration of Martins Ferry Chamber of I would like to ask my friend, Representa- clergy, that you accept his atonement in the Commerce’s one hundred years of dedication tive Harold Ford, to come forward to pray spirit in which David spoke to the prophet to the people and businesses of their commu- for world leaders. and said, ‘‘I am distressed. Let me put my nity.

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.059 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E605 IN HONOR OF RITA C. SEVERIS, I invite my colleagues to join with me and included in the report to accompany H.R. 974, AUTHOR OF TRAVELLING ART- the citizens of Ohio in celebration and com- the Small Business Interest Checking Act of ISTS IN CYPRUS 1700–1960 memoration of the Cambridge Salvation 2001 (H. Rept. 107–38) was inadvertently Army’s generous gift of one hundred years of service to the people of this city. omitted when the report was filed. The para- HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY graph beginning on page 19 and ending on f OF NEW YORK page 20 of that report, explaining section 7 of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING DR. DEANE AND SUSAN the legislation, should read as follows: PENN This section provides that nothing in the Tuesday, April 24, 2001 bill is to be construed as creating any pre- Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, sumption or implication that, in the case of I rise today to pay tribute to Ms. Rita C. HON. STEVEN R. ROTHMAN an escrow account maintained at a deposi- Severis, a distinguished art historian whose OF NEW JERSEY tory institution in connection with a real es- tate transaction, the absorption of expenses IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES recently published book, Travelling Artists in incidental to a normal banking function, or Cyprus 1700–1960, offers a pioneer study of Tuesday, April 24, 2001 the forbearance of any fee in connection with the island of Cyprus through the visions of Mr. ROTHMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the same, or the receipt of any benefits more than 120 artists over three centuries. thereof by the holder or the beneficiary of pay tribute to a couple who have been great Ms. Severis will be honored on the evening that escrow account, may be treated as the friends to the Jewish community of Bergen of April 24, 2001, by Cyprus’s Consulate Gen- payment or receipt of interest for purposes County, New Jersey, as well as personal eral to the United States, Mr. Vasilis Philippou, of Public Law 93–100, the Federal Reserve friends of mine for many years. Mr. Speaker, Act, the Home Owner’s Loan Act, or the Fed- at a book signing presentation at the Con- I rise to honor Dr. Deane and Susan Penn of eral Deposit Insurance Act. The Committee sulate General’s office in my district in New Alpine, New Jersey, this year’s winners of the intends that this provision clarify that the York. current treatment of such transactions A student of philosophy and journalism at Anti-Defamation League’s Torch of Liberty Award. under Federal law and regulation, particu- University College, London and the London larly the regulations of the Board of Gov- School of Journalism, Ms. Severis received Those who are fortunate enough to know ernors of the Federal Reserve DD and Q, is her doctorate in the History of Art from Bristol Susan and Deane know the depth of their unaffected by this legislation. Current law University. dedication to the community and helping oth- does not treat the provision of the services Ms. Severis is an accomplished author and ers. I would like to discuss some of their many and benefits described by this section as the payment or receipt of interest to or by the journalist whose previous books include Along contributions to the community. Susan Penn brings a combination of holder or beneficiary of an escrow account, the Most Beautiful Path of the World, Edmund and that presumption will remain the law Duthoit and Cyprus, and the co-edited In the warmth, intelligence, and drive to every project she undertakes; and their are many. She is a upon the enactment of this bill. Footsteps of Women Peregrinations in Cyprus. This language clarifies the intent of the Ms. Severis has contributed articles to various Vice President of the UJA Federation of Ber- gen County & North Hudson, and holds a Committee with respect to this provision, and periodicals on Cypriot culture and is now corrects the omission in the printed report. working on a publication exploring an Amer- number of other positions within the Federa- f ican missionary’s diary in Cyprus (1834–39). tion. Susan is also deeply committed to the Ms. Severis carefully selected 350 composi- JCC on the Palisades, and is a member of its REGARDING HUMAN RIGHTS IN tions, from pencil and ink to pastel, litho- Board of Trustees, She has also held leader- CUBA graphs, and watercolors and oil on paper, can- ship positions in secular and Jewish edu- vas, board, and wood, for Travelling Artists in cational institutes as well as community groups, too numerous to mention. HON. JOE SCARBOROUGH Cyprus 1700–1960. The collection elegantly OF FLORIDA presents the beauty and majesty of Cyprus, Dr. Deane Penn is a highly respected physi- cian who has served as the President of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with its diverse historic periods, august monu- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 ments, and magnificent natural landscapes. medical staff at Holy Name Hospital in Tea- Through this publication, Rita Severis has neck, New Jersey. Yet his thriving medical ca- Mr. SCARBOROUGH. Mr. Speaker, I join provided a work of great significance in the reer has never stopped him from devoting his my colleagues in condemning the repressive field of art history, while contributing to the cul- considerable talents to working in our commu- and totalitarian actions of the government of tural fabric of Cyprus. nity. He is a Trustee of the Jewish Home in Cuba against the Cuban people. I fully support Mr. Speaker, I salute Ms. Rita C. Severis for Rockleigh, New Jersey and is a member of H. Res. 91 and join with the sense of the her admirable contribution to art history and to the Physician’s Cabinet of the UJA Federation. House of Representatives that the President the people of Cyprus through her publication, The Penns are also both avid tennis players should work toward a policy of directly assist- Travelling Artists in Cyprus 1700–1960. and competitors. And they are sharing their ing the Cuban people, strengthening the love of that sport, and the Jewish people, by f forces of change, and improving human rights co-chairing the National Masters Tennis Team within Cuba. A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING for the 16th World Maccabiah Games in Israel. Since Fidel Castro led the Cuban Revolution THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF People who give so much of themselves as in 1959, the Cuban government has severely THE SALVATION ARMY CAM- Dr. Deane and Susan Penn do not do so for repressed its citizens. Cuba barely survives as BRIDGE, OHIO the recognition. However, they certainly de- one of the last hard-line Communist states serve to receive it. anywhere in the world, and unfortunately con- HON. ROBERT W. NEY Mr. Speaker, I am proud to congratulate Dr. tinues its abysmal human rights record to this OF OHIO Deane and Susan Penn as well as their chil- day. Following the Soviet Union’s collapse and dren Jonathan and Stacey on the occasion of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the decline of its role as Soviet satellite, Cuba this well deserved tribute from the Anti-Defa- experienced severe economic deterioration Tuesday, April 24, 2001 mation League, and wish them health and from 1989 to 1993. Despite limited reforms im- Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, I commend the fol- happiness in the years to come. plemented in 1994, economic and social con- lowing article to my colleagues with great f ditions there have not significantly improved. pride and satisfaction: We must press for more. SMALL BUSINESS INTEREST Whereas, The Cambridge Salvation Army The Castro regime violates all the Cuban is celebrating their 100th year of dedicated CHECKING ACT OF 2001 people’s fundamental civil and political rights, service to the grateful people of Ohio; and, denying its citizens the freedoms we Ameri- Whereas, they have humbly and faithfully SPEECH OF cans hold most sacred. In Cuba, there is no provided invaluable services to those less HON. MICHAEL G. OXLEY such thing as freedom of assembly, freedom fortunate, embodying the true spirit of Wil- OF OHIO of press, freedom of speech, or freedom of re- liam Booth, the founder of the Salvation ligion. In law and in practice, the Castro re- Army; and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gime suppresses all opposition and dissent, Whereas, their success has been made pos- Tuesday, April 3, 2001 sible only through the generosity of spirit and controls and monitors religions institu- that prods one to give generously to their Mr. OXLEY. Mr. Speaker, it has come to my tions. In addition, Cuba’s government regularly neighbor; and, attention that some language intended to be denies workers’ rights and routinely prevents

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.068 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 E606 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 24, 2001 international human rights monitors from ac- cational conditions in the City of New York.’’ PERSONAL EXPLANATION cessing the country. Mary Harriman’s idea—that a group of women The United States’ objective for Cuba is to could be a powerful force for change—has HON. PATRICK J. KENNEDY bring democracy and respect for human rights resonated throughout this century. What OF RHODE ISLAND to our island neighbor. We must continue a began with 80 young women traveling to Man- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES policy that keeps maximum pressure on the hattan’s Lower East Side to volunteer at a set- Cuban government until reforms are enacted, Tuesday, April 24, 2001 tlement house, has blossomed into a growing but we must not forget the Cuban people who Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island. Mr. Speak- are unconscionably forced to live without the movement of trained volunteers improving er, on April 4, 2001, I was in the First District most basic freedoms. Nobody deserves to live their communities through direct service, pub- of Rhode Island and consequently I missed six and die at the hands of communism. Fortu- lic education, advocacy, fundraising and sheer votes. nately, through our persistence and steadfast hard work. Had I been here I would of voted: ‘‘Yea’’ on knowledge that the United States is morally Individual Junior Leagues contribute mightily rollcall No. 79; ‘‘Yea’’ on rollcall No. 80; ‘‘Yea’’ on rollcall No. 81; ‘‘Yea’’ on rollcall No. 82; right, Mr. Speaker, I assure you ultimately to their local communities. Aspects of our so- ‘‘Yea’’ on rollcall No. 83; ‘‘No’’ on rollcall No. freedom will prevail. cial, cultural and political fabric that we take 84. f for granted—free school lunches, children’s f A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING theatre and museums, domestic violence leg- DAVID M. BLAGG islation, volunteer bureaus, quality TV pro- TEMPLE UNIVERSITY DENTAL gramming for children—are among the innova- CLASS OF 1951 CELEBRATES 50TH HON. ROBERT W. NEY tions led by the Junior League. ANNIVERSARY OF OHIO Today, Leagues work with babies with HIV, HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES abused children and the homeless and serve OF PENNSYLVANIA Tuesday, April 24, 2001 as mentors to young women and girls. They IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES initiate and staff childcare centers, fund breast Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, I commend the fol- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 lowing article to my colleagues: cancer research and protect the environment. Whereas, David Blagg is the recipient of the In short, the Junior League can be credited Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today distinct honor of promotion in the United with implementing change and improving con- to pay tribute to the Class of 1951 of the Den- States Army; and, ditions in almost every sector. In recognition of tal School of Temple University, which will Whereas, David Blagg’s dedication to the decades of these sustained contributions, in hold a reunion and celebration on may 5 and 6 in Philadelphia at Sugarloaf, the university’s United States Armed services is recognized in 1989, the Association of Junior Leagues Inter- his advancement from Sergeant to Staff Ser- conference center. national (AJLI) was presented with the pres- When this class, which I am proud to say in- geant; and tigious U.S. President’s Volunteer Action Whereas, David Blagg’s distinguished ca- cludes my cousin, Dr. Ray Chase, enrolled in Award. reer began three years ago as Private First 1947, a unique group of young men entered Class of Fort Bragg, N.C. and now holds a po- In 1901, membership in the Junior League into the annals of history. Ninety-seven per- sition at the White House Communications gave women a rare opportunity to take a lead- cent of these students served their country in Agency in Washington, DC; and, ership role in the wider world. Today, even various branches of the armed services during Whereas, on Thursday, April 5, 2001, the with increased professional opportunities for World War II, and all members of the class in Honorable David L. Hobson of the great state women, the Junior League continues to offer their combined years in the practice of den- tistry served in caring for the health of their re- of Ohio will promote Sergeant Blagg to the women a unique and powerful way to make a rank of Staff Sergeant; and spective communities throughout the United difference, take risks and become community States. Whereas, the citizens of the United States leaders. In spite of the fact that two-thirds of and the citizens of Ohio, with a real sense of During their time at Temple, a distinct feel- the members are working women, they still pleasure, join me in congratulating Staff Ser- ing of camaraderie was felt among the whole commit their valuable time to serving their geant David Blagg on this proud day of rec- class. The students came to one another’s as- ognition. communities through the Junior League. sistance not only in the seriousness of their studies, but also in the lighter pursuits. For f It is no great surprise that 46 percent of Junior League members are ‘‘Roper two years, the class assembled its talent for IN HONOR OF THE 100TH ANNIVER- Influentials’’—political and social trendsetters an annual vaudeville performance complete SARY JUNIOR LEAGUE MOVE- with dancers, singers, instrumentalists and who influence their friends and acquaintances MENT stand-up comedians. That was entirely new to on an impressive array of topics such as com- the dental school and was a resounding suc- puters, investment ideas, health issues, poli- cess. HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY tics, cars and children. OF NEW YORK That class spirit has continued over the fifty years since, and get-togethers, newsletters IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES With nearly a century of service to its credit, the Junior League is an icon in the fabric of and numerous phone calls have kept these Tuesday, April 24, 2001 community life in the United States, Canada, men close and have developed among them Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, Mexico and Great Britain. The women leaders some of their dearest friends. I would now like I rise today to pay tribute to the Junior League of the Junior League are a powerful force, of- to read into the record the names of these dis- tinguished men: on the occasion of its 100th Anniversary. This fering professional experience and vital sup- Robert H. Alber, John R. Albert, John C. year, nearly 200,000 Junior League women port to the volunteer sector. I am proud of my are celebrating 100 years of volunteer commu- Andrews, Irving Archinow, Robert J. Arner, own membership in the Junior League and nity service. With a century of action for family Alberto E. Ayes, John A. Babett, Matthew F. literacy, senior citizen care, battered women’s can personally attest to the dedication of the Barnett, Claude M. Basler, Jr., Bernard M. Blaum, Joseph M. Blessing, Jr., Howard L. shelters, affordable day care, AIDS education, women who give their time and expertise to the Junior League. Britton, Jr., Elmer H. Brown, Jr., Ralph pregnancy prevention and multicultural aware- Buterbaugh, Jr., Charles E. Carey, Edward J. ness to their credit, the members of Junior The Junior Leagues’ Centennial celebration Carolan, Robert J. Clauser, Cecil F. Clement, Leagues in 295 communities in four countries will last all year long, with a special inter- Jr., Simon G. Coben, Joseph Cohen, Walter have much to celebrate. national celebration in New York City at the M. Culbert; Raymond F. Chase, Eugene S. Czarnecki, The Junior League reached its centennial League’s 2001 Annual Conference, Wednes- milestone this year with a phenomenal legacy Anthony T. D’Agostino, John A. day, April 25 through Sunday, April 29, 2001. D’Alessandro, Thomas L. Davis, Hugh V. of achievement in local communities. In 1901, Mr. Speaker, I am delighted to congratulate Day, Melvin Denholtz, Stanley B. Dietz, Jo- Barnard College student Mary Harriman estab- seph E. Donnelly, Louis L. Dublin, John H. lished the Junior League ‘‘to foster among its the New York Junior League on its 100th An- Eck, Arthur R. Erlacher, Stephen R. Falken, members the interest in undertakings for the niversary and I wish them many more years of Theodore Feldman, Edward F. Flood, David betterment of the social, economic and edu- successful service to their communities. E. Fox, Irvin R. Friedman, Richard B. Funk,

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.068 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E607 Leonard F. Giordano, William L. Glickman, its on estates subject to taxation. A very small same taxpayers whose incomes have barely Fred Goldman, Spurgeon T. Gotwalt, John number of family businesses and farms (just registered a gain in the midst of a decade-long D.G. Grant; Barton H. Greenberg, Shelly M. Greene, 4% of estate tax revenues come from small economic expansion. Again, they—40% of all 1 Lewis G. Gunn, William C. Haberstroh, Jo- businesses, and just ⁄4 of 1% come from fam- American families, those at the bottom—get seph F. Hacker, Jr., Robert W. Hemperly, ily farms) currently face onerous tax burdens nothing. Dallas C. Hess, Garth N. Huckins, Theodore as a result of the estate tax. While their num- A CLUMSY ATTEMPT TO LIMIT REVENUE LOSSES F. Jarvis, Irving Kanefsky, Chester L. bers are small, these ‘‘middle class’’ family The Republicans faced a funding dilemma Karwanski, William Kasler, Eugene E. Katz, businesses and farms deserve relief from the in crafting this legislation—they have already Frank J. Keating, Martin H. Kiefer, David estate tax. promised too much tax relief to wealthy Ameri- Klebanoff, Milton Klempart, William J. And in fact, we have already made consid- Klink, Bertnard Kreshtool, Aaron Kuby, cans in other tax bills and have run out of Theodore Kurta, Frank H. Laedlein, Albert erable progress in this effort: under current room in their own budget to pay for estate tax V. LaRocca, Leroy P. Leahy, Charles J. law, only the wealthiest 1% of estates will face repeal. As a result, they have resorted to a Lentz, Joel G. Lippe, Marshall K. Ludwig, any tax whatsoever by 2005. Under the scheme that hides the true costs of repeal, John H. McCutcheon, Walter E. Magann; Democratic alternative to today’s bill, just 0.5% while also attempting to recover some of the Herman D. Marggraff, C. Robert Martin, of all decedents would be subject to the tax. revenue losses through new capital gains Paul D. Mattern, Perry M. Matz, Jack B. This 0.5% of estates would be composed ex- taxes. Metzger, Harry Mildvan, Frederick J. clusively of the very, very wealthy. Monaghan, Sylvan Morein, Robert D. Moyer, The drafters of this bill have back loaded its Charles A. Nagle, Jr., John H. Nelson, Sam- ESTATE TAX REPEAL IS UNFAIR costs so that the true cost of repeal falls out- uel S. Novich, Edward J. O’Donnell, Sidney When fully implemented, the Republican side the 10-year budgetary window. They ac- B. Parmet, Samuel J. Paul, Daniel E. Pfeil, plan to repeal the estate tax would provide complish this by phasing in repeal at a snail’s Richard Pitel, Erwin P. Plotnick, Irwin J. $662 billion of tax relief to the wealthiest 1% pace through 2011, and then quickly imple- Plotnick, Arthur J. Ravage, Edward F. of Americans. By any measure, that’s a lot of menting complete repeal in the following year. Reichert, Richard E. Reut, George money. But to put it in some perspective, con- As a result, the cost of this bill through 2011 Richterman, Charles W. Riley, Carmen sider how this tax cut compares to some of is $193 billion; yet, if it were implemented im- Riviello, Vincent J. Roach, Homer G. Robin- son, Richard A. Ross, John A. Rusch, Baxter the Administration’s spending priorities. The mediately, the cost would skyrocket to $662 B. Sapp, Jr.; President has made education funding his to billion. Due to backloading, the same family Bernard Sarnow, Harry L. Schiff, Burton budget priority, yet provides only $41 billion in businesses and farms that would benefit al- Schwartz, Samuel J. Schwartz, Lambert new funding over the next decade for edu- most immediately from the Democratic plan to Seltzer, George M. Shopp, Daniel H. Shuck, cation programs—and even that amount is in- raise estate exclusion limits would continue to Joseph P. Skellchock, H. Norris Smith, flated (unspecified targeted cuts in some edu- pay substantial estate taxes for the next ten Thomas J. Smith, Joseph A. Solecki, Jr., cation programs will reduce this gross figure). years under the Republican plan. Stephen S. Soltis, Gilbert A. Stegelske, But even cost backloading was not enough Frank D. Summers, Gerald O. Sveen, Earl R. At the same time, the President has called for Thomas, Jr., David N. Thompson, James A. a new prescription drug benefit for seniors, but to limit the 10-year revenue losses from the Turner, Edward A. Walinchus, John W. Wea- has allocated just $110 billion over ten years Republican bill. In order to find more cost sav- ver, William C.V. Wells, Jr., Fritz D. Yealy, for it, far below any reasonable estimate of the ings, the bill’s drafters decided to shift the cap- Donald W. Zahnke, John E. Zerbe, and Louis program’s true cost. In both cases, the Presi- ital gains treatment of taxable estates from a Zislis. dent has devoted far more lip service than dol- ‘‘stepped up’’ basis to a ‘‘carryover’’ basis. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to call to the at- lars to pressing national needs. Importantly, Under current law, heirs are subject to capital tention of the House of Representatives the both priorities could be fully funded with the gains taxes on estate assets sold based on 50th anniversary of the Class of 1951 of the revenues lost to estate tax repeal. the value of these assets when they were Dental School of Temple University, and I It is rarely popular to promote the virtues of transferred from the decedent (‘‘stepped up’’ wish them all the best. any tax. Nonetheless, that is just what some basis). Under this bill, heirs would be subject f of the nation’s wealthiest individuals effectively to capital gains taxes based on the value of did recently in publicly opposing estate tax re- these assets when they were purchased by DEATH TAX ELIMINATION ACT OF the decedent (‘‘carryover’’ basis). The fatal 2001 peal. The likes of Bill Gates, Warren Buffet, and George Soros worry about the effects of flaw of this change lies in its complexity. In 1976, Congress passed legislation shifting SPEECH OF repeal, arguing that the repeal will discourage and virtually eliminate substantial amounts of from a stepped up basis to a carryover basis HON. JOHN J. LaFALCE charitable giving, an will exacerbate the con- on estate assets, but the plan was abandoned OF NEW YORK centration of our nation’s wealth in the hands before it could take effect. Congress repealed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of just a few families. the 1976 tax change in 1980 after realizing Wednesday, April 4, 2001 Concern about the concentration of wealth that the change was unworkable and would impose an unacceptably large administrative Mr. LAFALCE. Mr. Speaker, I strongly op- is particularly appropriate in recent years. pose today’s bill, which is a clumsy attempt to Over the past decade, after-tax income for the burden on estate planners, heirs, and the implement a bad idea. Complete repeal of the wealthiest 1% of Americans grew by a stun- Treasury Department. There is a way out of this mess for the Re- estate tax—a tax that by 2005 will affect only ning 40%, while after-tax income gains for the publicans. They should adopt the Democratic the wealthiest 1% of all decedents in the bottom 90% averaged just 5%. In the face of alternative, which immediately raises the ex- United States—is a bad idea. It marks a major this growing income disparity, we are about to clusion for estates to $2 million ($4 million per step away from tax fairness, and greatly un- further advantage the wealthiest 1% with a couple). By 2010, these exclusions would rise dermines our ability to address pressing fed- $660 billion estate tax bonus. Today’s bill is by eral needs. The clumsiness comes in the Re- far the most unfair and regressive element of to $2.5 million ($5 million per couple). Such publicans’ attempt to hide the true costs of es- the aggregate Republican tax package. but it changes would appropriately target the estate tate tax repeal, as well as their efforts to limit is important to note that 40% of American tax to very wealthy estates and would do so these costs through a complicated capital families—those earning less than $27,000— almost immediately, not ten years from now. gains tax scheme. will receive virtually no benefit at all from any Raising exclusion limits would retain the core As a result, not only do those who believe of the Republican tax cuts, whether rate re- progressivity of our tax code while limiting rev- in tax fairness and fiscal responsibility have ductions, so-called marriage penalty relief, or enue losses. good reason to strongly oppose this bill, but expansion of the child tax credit. f even those who believe in estate tax repeal These families are excluded from the Re- SALUTING MT. WHITNEY HIGH have grounds to reject this plan. We can make publican plan, not because the don’t pay any SCHOOL STUDENTS the estate tax more fair by immediately raising taxes; in fact, all of them pay substantial fed- the exclusion limits on estates. But to repeal eral taxes through the payroll tax, and for the tax altogether would be tremendously un- many, these taxes are onerous. These tax- HON. WILLIAM M. THOMAS OF CALIFORNIA fair to the 99% of Americans who will shoulder paying families are excluded from the Repub- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the costs. lican’s tax relief simply because the Repub- A BETTER WAY TO REFORM THE ESTATE TAX licans chose to aware the lion’s share of tax Tuesday, April 24, 2001 As a small business advocate, I have long relief to the very wealth. Yet, the 40% of fami- Mr. THOMAS. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to supported proposals to raise the exclusion lim- lies excluded from the Republican plan are the have this opportunity to honor three students,

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.072 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 E608 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 24, 2001 Zach Vanderham, Jessica Parks, and Darren Beatrice Mejia, 12, said the facts and grim Franklin, Wisconsin, to provide comprehensive Mann, who are seniors at Mt. Whitney High photos on the effects of chewing tobacco services to cancer patients throughout south- School in Visalia, California in my district. made an impression on her. eastern Wisconsin. The facility has been de- ‘‘I didn’t know that the tobacco could do so These three young people have developed an much damage,’’ she said. signed with input from cancer survivors and anti-smoking program aimed at their peers The project was the brainchild of Mt. Whit- will provide a healing environment to attend to that I hope will serve as a model for other ney DECA adviser Stephen Rogers, who the unique medical and spiritual needs of can- schools throughout the country. They have worked with the Tulare County Health and cer patients and their families. created a CD ROM titled ‘‘Teens Kick Ash’’ Human Services Agency to get the money for A large part of what makes St. Francis Hos- that explains the dangers of smoking in a the project. pital such a special place is its strong commit- manner to which other young people can re- ‘‘We got a $5,000 grant to buy the equip- ment to building a healthier community. From late and understand. ment for the project,’’ Rogers said. He made its free health care screenings for seniors to As part of a competition organized by a na- arrangements with a production company in its Angel of Hope Clinic located in a homeless Los Angeles to show his students how to use tional student marketing organization, Zach, the equipment and create their own story. shelter on Milwaukee’s south side, the staff of Jessica, and Darren developed this CD in Then he let them go. St. Francis consistently serves with great care order to dissuade their fellow students from ‘‘They really did it all themselves,’’ he and compassion. taking up this destructive, dangerous habit. said. The grant enabled them to buy the On behalf of all the people whose lives have Their project has proven so effective that the equipment and produce 350 copies of the disc been touched by the Felician Sisters and the CD’s have been distributed to dozens of other that will be used in schools throughout the physicians, nurses and support staff at St. schools in the Visalia Unified School District, district. Francis Hospital, thank you for 45 years of which have incorporated the project into their The grant came from the state’s Tobacco outstanding care to the community, and God’s Use Prevention Education fund which is to curriculum. Mr. Speaker, all Americans now be used strictly for educating kids about the blessings for many more years of exceptional know the dangers that smoking presents, and dangers of tobacco. Lucinda Mejdell-Awbrey, service to the people of Wisconsin. realize that we must do more to prevent our coordinator of student support services for f young people from starting this destructive health and human services, said the tobacco IN RECOGNITION OF JUAN NEKAI habit. I am very pleased that these three stu- education money was used last year to put BABAUTA AND HIS WORK WITH dents from Tulare County, California have had on health fairs in the middle schools in the THE CLOSE UP FOUNDATION the good sense and initiative to educate their district. peers on smoking’s dangers and to do their ‘‘The money comes from the tax on to- bacco sales, and the amounts have been drop- HON. ROBERT A. UNDERWOOD part to keep the next generation of Tulare ping each year because tobacco sales are OF GUAM County citizens from starting to smoke. going down,’’ Mejdell-Awbrey said. Most of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I have an article from the Visalia Times the money is used to purchase educational Delta newspaper that I ask unanimous con- materials for health teachers of fourth- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 sent be included in the RECORD in its entirety. through eighth grades. Mr. UNDERWOOD. Mr. Speaker, I take this Jessica Parks, a junior, helped Vanderham STUDENTS DESCRIBE SMOKING DANGERS lead the presentation to the class, guided the opportunity today to recognize my friend Juan LA JOYA SHOWS PROJECT CREATED BY THREE students through the worksheets and an- Nekai Babauta, the Resident Representative MT. WHITNEY DECA STUDENTS swered questions. Darren Mann, senior, oper- to the United States from the Commonwealth (By Melinda Morales) ated the computer and navigated the course of the Northern Mariana Islands (CNMI), for Twenty three seventh-grade students sat for Parks and Vanderham. He also did much his efforts on behalf of the Close Up Founda- in the dark in Dave Rodgers’ health class at of the hands-on computer work for the tion. I particularly commend Mr. Babauta for La Joya Middle School Tuesday, waiting not project. his continued commitment to the issue of civic for the lights to come on but for the show to The three students, who began working on begin. education for young people and especially for the project in November, will now complete his diligent work with the Close Up Founda- They would be the first group of students the written requirements for the presen- to view a CD–ROM production called ‘‘Anti tation and submit it for the competition in tion, the nation’s largest nonprofit, nonpartisan Tobacco Education 2000, Teens Kick Ash,’’ March. citizenship education organization. created by three Mt. Whitney High School Mr. Speaker, as many of my colleagues students. f know, the CNMI became a territory of the The students, members of DECA—an asso- United States and an American common- ciation of marketing students—had taken on CONGRATULATIONS TO ST. the job of creating the CD–ROM as part of a FRANCIS HOSPITAL ON 45 YEARS wealth in 1976. Since then the citizens of the marketing project for the annual DECA com- OF SERVING OUR COMMUNITY CNMI, with whom my constituency, the people petition in Jan Jose next month. They want- of Guam, share indigenous identity and ed to see how other students would react to HON. GERALD D. KLECZKA Chamorro heritage, have elected a Resident what they saw. Representative to serve them in the Nation’s OF WISCONSIN ‘‘We felt smoking was a big problem in our capital. To date the CNMI is the only Amer- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES community and we wanted to produce a CD ican jurisdiction that has not been afforded about it,’’ said Zach Vanderham, a senior Tuesday, April 24, 2001 and DECA member. ‘‘They seemed to really representation in Congress, thus I often feel enjoy it.’’ Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, on Saturday, compelled to offer remarks here in the House What captivated the students were the April 28, 2001 the Milwaukee community will for Guam’s Pacific neighbors. video vignettes, produced by drama students gather to celebrate the 45th Anniversary of St. As you know, Mr. Speaker, many of the is- at Mt. Whitney, interspersed throughout the Francis Hospital. lands of Oceania face daunting challenges in disc. One that got a reaction from the class The blessed Felician Sisters opened the the area of economic stability and growth. showed students coughing and choking as Their relatively limited size, small population they smoked for the first time and asked doors to this beautiful new facility in 1956, and why anyone would want to continue smoking with the leadership of its first administrator, and extended distance from major markets, after that kind of reaction. Sister Mary Liliose, started to minister quality makes building a strong and sustainable econ- The CD–ROM presentation is the first of and compassionate health care to those in omy among the most difficult tasks facing con- its kind, produced by students in the Visalia need. temporary government. With the competing Unified School District. Rodgers, a health In the years that have followed, St. Francis needs of various sectors of society, the gov- education specialist, said getting informa- Hospital has grown and matured, combining a ernment is forced to make tough choices. tion to students in the middle schools is a Roads must be maintained and airports must priority for him. patient-centered, healing ministry with the lat- ‘‘Any opportunity I get to have someone est in advanced technology. Today, the facility be modernized, hospitals must be improved come in from the outside and talk to my stu- offers an array of services, specializing in and schools must be expanded and repaired, dents about drugs and the dangers they areas such as laser/laparoscopic surgery, or- health care must be available to all and social present, I jump on it,’’ he said. When they thopedics, sports medicine and women’s safety nets must be in place for the neediest get to high school, sometimes it’s too late.’’ health services. In addition, this 260 bed, gen- citizens. Pressing demands on an island’s re- He said the combined video and audio pres- eral acute care hospital is internationally rec- sources must be balanced with an eye to- entation in CD form, organized format and worksheet for the lesson are easy to use. ognized for its outstanding cardiac care pro- wards meeting the needs of the day, while not ‘‘We try to incorporate technology as grams. ignoring future needs. Public servants like much as possible,’’ Rodgers said. ‘‘And kids Now a St. Francis Hospital Center for Can- Juan Nekai Babauta make invaluable contribu- like visuals.’’ cer Care is currently being constructed in tions to the extremely difficult balancing act

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.075 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E609 between available resources and societal lands program. His efforts over the years dem- Stevens wrote that the government has a le- needs. onstrate his commitment to the welfare of the gitimate interest in preserving the flag, similar All of the islands of the Pacific are also con- young people of the Pacific, and his conviction to the government’s interest in protecting the fronting numerous problems when it comes to that educating young people about democ- Lincoln Memorial from acts of vandalism. their youth. In CNMI, as is also the case in racy, the importance of community service, Some say our flag is just a piece of cloth. Guam, the government must find ways to and the rights and responsibilities of citizen- Well, that’s like saying America is just a piece combat apathy and cynicism among their ship is indispensable for the future of the of land, that Florida’s just another state. No, young people. There is a constant concern CNMI and other Pacific Islands. there’s something special about it. It’s our flag. with ensuring that young people will enter f It represents us—you, me, our families, our adulthood committed to being active, contrib- friends, our heritage and our future. It rep- uting citizens of their communities. For public HONORING MRS. GERRY GEIFMAN, resents our memories and our dreams. servants like Juan Nekai Babauta, there is a RECIPIENT OF THE STATE OF To desecrate the American flag is to dese- recognition that preparing the next generation ISRAEL BONDS’ JERUSALEM crate the memory of the thousands of Ameri- of leaders is a priority for the future welfare of MEDAL cans who have sacrificed their lives to keep the islands. Throughout his years of service, that banner flying, intact. It is to desecrate ev- Mr. Babauta has been a champion for edu- HON. LANE EVANS erything this country stands for. cation and a strong advocate for young peo- OF ILLINOIS Yes, Congress must be extremely careful ple. As the Resident Representative for CNMI, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES when dealing with proposals that would he has aggressively and successfully lobbied amend the Constitution, particularly the First Tuesday, April 24, 2001 this Congress to provide $3 million in federal Amendment. American citizens must have the funds for an endowment at the Northern Mari- Mr. EVANS. Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege opportunity to voice discontent, however, that anas College. He also achieved success in his to congratulate one of my constituents, Mrs. freedom of expression is not absolute. attempt to open admission to our U.S. service Gerry Geifman, who will be honored tonight by Supreme Court Justice John Paul Stevens academies to CNMI students. These and other the State of Israel Bonds at the Quad City claims that the act of flag-burning has nothing pursuits demonstrate Mr. Babauta’s effective- Israel Independence Dinner. to do with disagreeable ideas, but rather in- ness and his work on behalf of his constitu- At the dinner, Mrs. Geifman will receive the volves conduct that diminishes the value of an ency. Jerusalem Medal. The award is given to those important national asset. The act of flag-burn- Throughout his career, Mr. Babauta has rec- who have a distinguished history of efforts on ing is meant to provoke and arouse, not to ognized that preparing the next generation of behalf of Israel, the Jewish people and the reason. Flag-burning is simply an act of cul- leaders must include preparation through a community. tural and patriotic destruction. focus on civic education. His commitment to Considering her deep involvement in issues My Sense of Congress resolution reaffirms this end is evidenced through his unwavering involving the Quad Cities and the local Jewish that Congress should have the power, but support of the Close Up Foundation’s program community, it is easy to see why she is being doesn’t have the power until the constitutional in the Pacific Islands. so honored. Her charitable works are numer- amendment is ratified by the states. Mr. Speaker, as you and my other col- ous including: serving as past president of Ha- f leagues in the House know well, the Close Up dassah, the Tri-City Jewish Center Sisterhood, ON THE DELEGATION OF U.S. Foundation operates one of the most success- and B’nai B’rith. She also serves on the CATHOLIC BISHOPS TO SUDAN ful and innovative civic education programs in boards of the Jewish Federation, Tri-City Jew- MARCH 24–APRIL 6 the country. Most of us have had the privilege ish center, and the Rock Island YWCA. She of meeting students who are in Washington for has also dedicated much of her time to the an intensive course of study about the federal Davenport Museum of Art, Friends of Art, the HON. FRANK R. WOLF government. Annually, I personally meet with Geifman Endowment Sponsorship of OF VIRGINIA students and teachers from Guam who are Augustana College, Audubon School, Wash- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES participants in Close Up’s civic education pro- ington Junior High School, Rock Island High Tuesday, April 24, 2001 gram that is specially designed for Pacific Is- school PTA among others. Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I want to share lands students and educators. As an educator It is unfortunate that Mrs. Geifman’s late with you the findings of the U.S. Catholic by profession, I have been personally im- husband is not alive to see her receive this Bishop’s Conference who recently led a dele- pressed with Close Up’s Island-based activi- important honor. The charitable and volunteer gation to the country of Sudan. ties, including their development of island-spe- work they performed together over the years Since 1983, the government of Sudan has cific curricular materials, teacher training semi- was an inspiration to our community. Her con- been waging a brutal war against factions in nars and programs related to teaching young tinued efforts have served as a true example the south who are fighting for self determina- people about the merits of community service. of the value of leadership and the spirit of vol- tion and religious freedom. More people have Mr. Babauta, when back home in Rota and unteer work. died in Sudan than in Kosovo, Bosnia, Rwan- Saipan has encouraged students and teachers Again, I commend her for her work and this da and Somalia combined. Most of the dead to participate in the program. He has used his well-deserved recognition of years of service are civilians—women and children—who died position and contacts to assist educators and to our local Jewish community and the Quad from starvation and disease. Over 2 million schools to raise funds that would allow stu- Cities. people have died. The Committee on Con- dents to participate in the Close Up program, f science of the United States Holocaust Memo- including taking advantage of local media out- SENSE OF CONGRESS RESOLUTION rial Museum has issued a genocide warning lets to promote the program. Mr. Babauta for Sudan. even assists students and teachers with the Because of the large-scale death and de- process for obtaining passports and other trav- HON. CLIFF STEARNS struction, the findings arising from the U.S. el documents that will allow them to travel to OF FLORIDA Catholic Bishops’ delegation is noteworthy and Washington for the Close Up program. All of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES timely. these activities speak to his deep belief in the Tuesday, April 24, 2001 The dire situation in Sudan calls for a high importance of civic education to CNMI stu- profile, high level special envoy to bring peace dents, including the need for them to explore Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and to stop the atrocities. It is my fervent hope the historic ties between the United States and introduce a Sense of Congress resolution that that the Bush administration will appoint such the Pacific Islands. Equally important, Mr. the Constitution of the United States allows for an envoy without delay. Babauta’s support for the Close Up program a prohibition against acts of desecration of the flag of the United States. DELEGATION OF U.S. CATHOLIC BISHOPS signals his conviction that for the CNMI and TO SUDAN—MARCH 24–APRIL 6 other Pacific Islands to secure a future of en- I do so because I believe that nothing could OBJECTIVES gaged citizenry committed to democratic gov- be more important to most Americans than to The objectives of the trip were three-fold: ernment, it is important that they be educated preserve and honor our Nation’s flag. to show solidarity with the Catholic Church in how democracy is reliant upon the involve- In the past, those who have been pros- in Sudan; to conduct a fact-finding mission ment and input of the people. ecuted for flag burning have not been pros- to the North and South; and to increase ef- In closing, Mr. Speaker, I wish to thank Mr. ecuted for what they said, but for the method forts toward advocacy in the U.S. to help Babauta for his work with Close Up Pacific Is- they chose to express themselves. Justice promote a just and lasting peace.

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BACKGROUND INFORMATION 6. The government in Khartoum must be 5. The U.S. government and the inter- The delegation was comprised of three called to accountability for its promotion, national community should exert pressure bishops: Bishop John Ricard, Bishop of Pen- directly or indirectly, of the intolerable upon corporations and governments involved sacola-Tallahassee, president and chairman practice of slavery and other gross violations in the exploration, extraction, production of the board of Catholic Relief Services, and of human rights, and the abduction of South- and sale of Sudanese oil to take steps to en- member of the Committee on International ern children living in and around Khartoum sure that their activities do not contribute Policy; Bishop Nicolas DiMarzio, Bishop of and their forced induction into Koranic to the escalation of the war, the deepening of Camden, New Jersey and chairman of the schools. The SPLM/A must also cease the human suffering, the continued displacement Committee on Refugees and Migration; practice of the abduction and conscription of of peoples from their homelands and ways of Bishop Edward Braxton, Bishop of Lake minors and other practices that violate life, and urge the oil industy to take an ac- Charles, Louisiana and member of the Com- human rights. tive role in helping to promote a just and mittee on International Policy; Staff from 7. Divisions among the various ethnic lasting peace. Catholic Relief services and the United groups in the South, coupled with the lack of 6. The United States and the international commnunity should increase humanitarian States Catholic Conference committees on political support by the leadership of the relief, specifically to internally displaced Migration and Refugees and International SPLM/A for various initiatives seeking to persons, press for greater access to humani- Policy. reconcile and unite people, compromise the tarian relief in contested areas, based on the The delegation went to: Khartoum, and its peace process, further destabilize a fragile Beneficiaries Protocol signed by the two outlying areas; Rumbeck; Narus; Nimule; social infrastructure and undermine ad- main parties to the conflict, and increase de- Yambio; and Kauda in the Nuba Mountains. vances in development in the region. velopment assistance to the South for edu- During the visit, the delegation met with: 8. Internally displaced persons living in the cation, health and capacity building of civil Northern and Southern leaders of the Catho- North and the South live in desperate condi- institutions. lic church and the New Sudan Council of tions with little hope for immediate im- provement; Sudanese refugees in neighboring 7. The U.S. government and the inter- Churches; Government ministers in Khar- national community must press the Govern- toum including the first vice-president, and countries languish in refugee camps, with few prospects for their future. Fatigue on the ment in Khartoum to bring the practice of the former Minister of State, the State Min- slavery to an immediate end and secure the ister for Foreign Affairs, and the State Min- part of the international community is due to the protracted nature of the conflict and release and return of all slaves to their fami- ister of Engineering, and the Minister of Re- lies and communities. The international the inability to improve prospects for a bet- ligious Affairs; SPLM/A officials, including community also must use its influence to ter life for the displaced, We are encouraged governors, military commanders and other press all parties to the conflict to end the ab- by the special attention that dedicated senior officials. The delegation met with duction of minors and their induction into groups in the U.S. and elsewhere have been other civil society groups in both North and Koranic schools in the North, or into mili- able to bring to the humanitarian crisis in South. tary service in both the North and South and Sudan, and the increased attention being The Bishops raised issues of: peace; reli- provide for their immediate and safe return given by the U.S. Congress and Media. gious freedom; human rights; plight of dis- to their families and communities. placed persons and refugees; slavery and ab- 9. Increasing threats of famine in western duction; bombing and terrorization of civil- Sudan, northern Bahr el Ghazal and else- f ian populations. where, further complicated by the political It is important for this delegation to state manipulation of humanitarian access by the HONORING JOY KURLAND that we are not specialists of Sudanese cul- Government in Khartoum and the expropria- ture, politics, and other aspects of social life. tion of large amounts of humanitarian as- HON. STEVEN R. ROTHMAN We speak from the perspective of a Church sistance by the SPLA, exacerbate human OF NEW JERSEY deeply concerned with the plight of all Suda- suffering and contribute to the loss of inno- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nese, those living in the North, South, the cent lives. contested areas, and those forced to flee 10. There is urgent need for investment in Tuesday, April 24, 2001 their country and seek asylum in neigh- development in southern Sudan, particularly Mr. ROTHMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to boring states or elsewhere. for education and technical training, and for pay tribute to a woman who has dedicated her the formation of individuals and commu- MAJOR FINDINGS life to fostering understanding and mutual re- nities in the basic principles of responsible 1. Conflict and persecution in Sudan are a governance and civil administration. spect among various racial, ethnic, and reli- direct result of a systematic campaign of gious groups in an effort to promote our com- Islamization and Arabization by those who POLICY RECOMMENDATIONS mon humanity. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor my hold political and economic power in Khar- 1. The war in Sudan must be brought to an good friend, Joy Kurland of Parsippany, New immediate and just end. The full and active toum. Jersey, this year’s winner of the Anti-Defama- 2. Religious persecution, the systematic engagement of the U.S. government could denial of basic religious freedom, and a pro- provide the necessary impetus to all parties tion League’s Distinguished Community Serv- gram of Islamization continue to charac- to the conflict to negotiate an immediate ice Award. terize the approach of the Government in and verifiable cessation of hostilities, mon- As the Director of the Jewish Community Khartoum towards those who do not profess itored by the United Nations or another Relations Council of the UJA Federation of a particular version of Islam. international body. It is particularly crucial Bergen County and North Hudson since 1990, 3. Cultural persecution, the systematic un- that there be an immediate end to the bomb- Joy has played a vital role in strengthening Ju- dermining of the dignity of non-Arab Suda- ing of civilian targets and a halt to the ex- daism throughout New Jersey. Much of her nese citizens, and the relegation of people to pulsion of civilian populations from their work has been to foster understanding and re- a status of inferiority and subservience con- homelands. spect among the many racial, ethnic and reli- tinue to shape social institutions and funda- 2. We support the Sudanese Bishops and mental attitudes of people living in northern others in calling for the U.S. to play a cen- gious groups that form the tapestry of our Sudan, for which government is responsible. tral role in leading a new, multilateral effort community. 4. The bombing of civilian targets, the sys- involving the member states of IGAD, those I was privileged to work with Joy both as a tematic use of Antonov bombers to terrorize of the IGAD Partner’s Forum, and the inter- member of the Jewish Community Relations populations in contested areas, and other national community to push all parties to Council as well as the Interfaith Brotherhood tactics employed to drive people from oil- the conflict to a negotiated peace, based on Sisterhood Committee. It was truly a pleasure rich regions are part of the military strategy the Declaration of Principles to which the to work with someone who is as dedicated as of the government in Khartoum. two main parties are signatories. Joy, and I was always impressed by her hard For example: There was a bombing April 16 3. We support the call for the President of of Kauda that narrowly missed hitting the the United States should name a high-level work, common sense, dedication, and profes- plane carrying Bishop Macram Max, Bishop special envoy to Sudan with a clear mandate sionalism. of Diocese of El-Obeid. and direct access to the President and the Joy is also a forward-thinking person who And then only yesterday, April 23, Antonov Secretary of State. never loses sight of the future: our young peo- bombers inflicted serious damage on a 4. As we give attention to the terrible situ- ple. She is always working with young people Catholic school in Narus. ation in the South, the U.S. government and and encouraging them to increase their partici- 5. Oil exploration, development and sales the international community must also ad- pation in the Jewish community. She has su- contribute to an expansion of the war, deep- dress serious human rights violations in the pervised the campus youth programs for Jew- en the plight of the peoples of southern North, particularly: Religious persecution ish Student Services of MetroWest at Sudan and other contested areas, harden the and denial of religious freedom; cultural per- resolve of the government in Khartoum to secution; economic exclusion; denial of the Montclair State University, Drew University seek a military solution to the conflict, and right of free expression, free association and and Fairleigh Dickinson University. further widen the gap between the govern- other fundamental rights; the plight of more People who give so much of themselves, as ment and those contesting its practices and than 2 million internally displaced in the Joy Kurland, do not do so for the recognition. legitimacy, North. However, she certainly deserves to receive it.

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.083 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E611 Mr. Speaker, I am proud to congratulate Joy International Labor Organization Standards has more than thirty years of broadcasting ex- Kurland as well as her husband Leon and her providing individuals abroad basic worker perience under his belt. In 1988, he envi- daughter Meredith, who is a social worker, on rights. sioned a public radio business program that the occasion of this well deserved tribute from Mr. Speaker, I submit to the record the story sounded smart, literate and witty; one that the Anti-Defamation League, and wish them of these women and their associates because could appeal to an audience of non business health and happiness in the years to come. I am their voice, the voice that can be heard types. Today, Marketplace is heard on more f by the American public, and by the U.S. gov- than 300 public radio stations across the ernment. United States with a national audience of INTERNATIONAL WORKERS It is because of the conditions that exist at nearly 4 million weekly listeners. RIGHTS the Chowdhury Knitwear factory in Ban- The executive producer of Marketplace is gladesh that I will continue to fight for labor J.J. Yore, who has been a reporter, editor and HON. MARCY KAPTUR rights both home and abroad. broadcast producer for nearly twenty years. As OF OHIO f executive producer, he is the one responsible IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MINNESOTA PUBLIC RADIO’S MAR- for setting the program’s overall editorial direc- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 KETPLACE WINS PEABODY tion and tone, which the Peabody Awards Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I submit to the AWARD Committee described as, ‘‘sophisticated, cre- record a story of two young women whose ative and accessible.’’ voices we in hear. Last Thursday, ‘‘Ms. A’’ and HON. BETTY McCOLLUM David Brancaccio has been the show’s sen- ‘‘Ms. B’’ traveled from Bangladesh to our na- OF MINNESOTA ior host since 1993. He is a former foreign tion’s Capital to tell their story. The two IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES correspondent and broadcast reporter with a women are the survivors of the horrendous Tuesday, April 24, 2001 knack for telling a good story. His style has fire that occurred in the Chowdhury Knitwear been described as lively and engaging. Before factory in Bangladesh on November 25, 2000. Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today taking his current position with Marketplace, Sadly, their story echoes the events of the in recognition of, and to honor Minnesota Pub- he served as the show’s London bureau chief 1911 fire that occurred at the Triangle Shirt- lic Radio’s highly regarded business and finan- for three years. His international reporting ex- TM waist Factory in New York City where 146 cial news program Marketplace , for their re- perience and considerable travel overseas add young garment workers were killed. ceipt of a prestigious Peabody Award for to Marketplace’s global perspective on busi- The women traveled to the United States to 2000. The George Foster Peabody Awards ness-related news. tell their compelling story of the dangerous were established in 1940 to recognize distin- working conditions under which they are guished achievement and meritorious service Praise for Marketplace abounds. Early in its forced to work. Fifty-one of their co-workers by radio and television networks, stations, pro- history, it was named ‘‘best business program’’ were killed in the fire that blazed through the ducing organizations, cable television organi- in the U.S. by the prestigious Columbia Jour- factory. Many of the workers were electro- zations and individuals. Marketplace will be nalism Review. More recently, Marketplace re- cuted, suffocated, or trampled to death, due to honored during a May 21st awards ceremony ceived the 1997 Loeb Award in the radio cat- the doors of the factory being locked that in New York to celebrate the 60th anniversary egory, the 1997 Clarion Award for ‘‘Regular evening by the owners to keep union orga- of the George Foster Peabody Awards. News’’ and in January 1998, the highly cov- nizers out. Through timid voices they ex- Marketplace is public radio’s only national eted duPont-Columbia Award for ‘‘Excellence plained that they are forced to work long program about business, the global economy in Overall Show.’’ In 2000, Marketplace’s hours, and had not received a raise in two and finance. It was the first, and is still the Japan Bureau won the Overseas Press Club’s years. They spoke of their fear for their jobs only, daily national business show originating Best Business Reporting in Broadcast Media when they returned home because of their trip from the West Coast. Its location in Los Ange- Award. According to Washingtonian Magazine, to the United States. However, they stated les has provided Marketplace easier access to Marketplace is in the top four most-listened-to that they traveled to the United States to tell the Pacific Rim and has encouraged the staff programs by business leaders. The Station their story in hope of making a difference for to develop their own voice, one not over- Resource Group reported that, according to in- the workers in the Chowdhury factory in Ban- whelmed by the traditionally Eastern-domi- dustry leaders, Marketplace is one of five gladesh and workers around the world. nated media. With eight domestic bureaus ‘‘must-have’’ programs for public radio sta- In Bangladesh nearly 80% of garment work- (Boston, Ann Arbor/Detroit, Cleveland, New tions. ers do not earn the legal monthly minimum York, Philadelphia, Portland, San Francisco Marketplace’s most recent honor, the Pea- wage of $17. The average workday is 12Ð14 and Washington, DC) and two international body Award, is one of the most competitive in hours, many times for as little as 5 cents an bureaus (London and Tokyo), Marketplace is a the fields of broadcasting and cable. For the hour. The workers are denied the right to or- truly global program using business and eco- year 2000, Marketplace was one of only 34 ganize and are subjected to deplorable work- nomics as its twin lenses to better view and award winners chosen from nearly 1,100 en- ing conditions. ‘‘Ms. A’’and ‘‘Ms. B’’ sew for understand the world. It distinguishes itself tries. The Peabody Award differs from other first-world clients at the Chowdhury Knitwear from general news programming by taking a broadcast and cable awards because it is Factory. The factory produces towels and bed- broader view of business and exploring busi- given solely on the basis of merit, rather than ding products that are shipped to the Euro- ness and finance issues on a deeper more within designated categories. Judging is done pean Union. However, the owner of the factory human, more engaging level. by a fifteen-person national advisory board owns and operates another factory across the The program premiered in January 1989 whose members include TV critics, broadcast from Long Beach, California. Over the years, street that makes products that are shipped to and cable industry executives, scholars, and it has been described as well informed, hip, ir- the United States. experts in culture and fine arts. Dr. Louise Unfortunately, there are many factory work- reverent, and the business show for the rest of Benjamin, Interim Director of the Peabody ers who can tell stories such as ‘‘Ms. A’’ and us. Last year, Minnesota Public Radio, which Awards, said, ‘‘The Peabody Board chose ‘‘Ms. B’s’’. There are factories like the is based in my home district of Saint Paul, Marketplace because the program offers lis- Chowdhury Knitwear factory in Bangladesh all Minnesota, acquired Marketplace from the teners a refreshing, perceptive account of the over the world. In the past decade hundreds University of Southern California. This added day’s international economic news. It also of workers have been killed in factory fires one more strong program to Minnesota Public gives its audience insight into how the global throughout Asia, in Thailand, and in China. Radio’s already impressive resume of cele- economy affects their communities and their We have a responsibility to impel companies brated shows including A Prairie Home Com- lives.’’ in countries such as Bangladesh to provide panion and Saint Paul Sunday. Marketplace’s their workers with safe conditions and the right future looks as bright as its past with Min- I congratulate Marketplace on their notable to organize, and collectively bargain. America nesota Public Radio building a state-of-the-art achievement as a 2000 recipient of the should not allow the import of goods from na- digital production center in downtown Los An- George Foster Peabody Award. The Peabody tions that allow the exploitation of their own geles that will serve as the program’s newest and Minnesota Public Radio’s Marketplace be- workers. home. long together as they both represent the quali- As a member of the International Workers Marketplace was created by Jim Russell, an ties we, here in the U.S. House of Represent- Right Caucus, I strongly urge the United award-winning journalist and a former execu- atives, applaud: excellence, distinguished States Congress, and all nations to ratify the tive producer of All Things Considered, who achievement, and service.

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.087 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 E612 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 24, 2001 HONORING DR. MICHAEL B. paign by the reserve forces of the United leadership, devotion to duty, and sacrifice of HARRIS States military; and the unit to represent the the men and women of the unit; and, the valu- United States Air Force Reserve would be the able support of their families. As a nation, we HON. STEVEN R. ROTHMAN 706th Fighter Squadron, along with supporting give thanks to the members of the 926th OF NEW JERSEY personnel, of the 926th Fighter Wing from Fighter Wing, New Orleans, Louisiana, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES New Orleans, Louisiana. their families, as we salute and honor them, Approximately 500 members of the 926th during this 10-year anniversary of Operation Tuesday, April 24, 2001 Fighter Wing were recalled to active duty and Desert Storm, for their service to our country Mr. ROTHMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to placed on military orders on Dec. 29, 1990. in the cause of freedom. pay tribute to a man who has distinguished (Personnel of the 926th Security Forces f himself not just for his contributions to the Squadron had already served a tour of duty in medical field, but for his charity and selfless Saudi Arabia in the fall of 1990 during the HOLOCAUST DAYS OF devotion to others. Mr. Speaker, I rise to build-up phase of Operation Desert Shield.) REMEMBRANCE 2001 honor Dr. Michael B. Harris of Englewood, On the evening of Jan. 1, 1991, the University New Jersey, this year’s winner of the Anti-Def- of Tennessee was participating in the Sugar HON. LOUISE M. SLAUGHTER amation League’s Maimonides Award. Bowl at the Superdome in New Orleans as 18 OF NEW YORK Maimonides was one of the great Jewish combat-loaded AÐ10s took off from the Naval IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES scholars. In addition to being the first person Air Station at Belle Chasse, Louisiana, and Tuesday, April 24, 2001 to write a systematic code of all Jewish law, turned eastward toward Saudi Arabia. By Jan. the Mishneh Torah, he was also an expert on 6, the 18 AÐ10s and the approximately 500 Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, this past medicine, and one of his most notable sayings maintenance and support personnel would ar- week we observed the Holocaust Days of Re- is, ‘‘The well-being to the soul can be obtained rive at King Fahd International Airport to sup- membrance and our nation’s annual com- only after that of the body has been secured.’’ port the military operation. This was the first memoration in the Capitol Rotunda of the vic- The list of Dr. Harris’ accomplishments is U.S. Air Force Reserve fighter unit to be acti- tims of the Holocaust. This year marks the long and distinguished. He currently serves as vated by a presidential recall and then sent to 60th anniversary of the beginning of the geno- Director of the Tomorrow’s Childrens’ Institute, serve in a combat military operation. cide of the European Jews. Chief of Pediatric Hematology/Oncology at the The members of the 926th Fighter Wing This year’s theme, ‘‘Remembering the Past Hackensack University Medical Center, and were in country less than two weeks when, for the Sake of the Future,’’ is part of a vow Professor of Pediatrics at the University of early in the morning, on Jan. 17, the first com- that we have taken never to forget the Holo- Medicine and Dentistry of New Jersey Medical bat sorties were launched to strike military tar- caust, lest history repeat itself. This message School, as well as having authored or co-au- gets in Iraq and Kuwait. The war had begun. must resonate through the years. Our children thored more than 50 articles and 50 abstracts The early intent was to take down the enemy’s and our children’s children must learn of the in the field of pediatric hematology/oncology. communication ability, followed closely by re- Holocaust to ensure that it will never happen While that sounds like it would be enough moving their artillery assets, and demoralizing again. work for two people, he still finds time to do- the ‘‘elite’’ Republican Guard. The air cam- We must also not forget that Holocaust sur- nate his expertise and give of himself to the paign that ensued was a complete success, vivors continue to wait for the reparations they community. He is the Chair of the Medical Ad- resulting in a swift four-day ground war and a deserve for the physical pain and mental suf- visory Board of the Israeli Children’s Cancer victory by allied forces. On Feb. 28, 1991, the fering they endured so many years ago. Time Foundation and was recently asked to serve war was over. is running out for Germany to provide a meas- as Chair of the Medical Advisory Committee of Amid the joy of victory work continued, and ure of justice to the survivors of the Holocaust, Gilda’s Club of Northern New Jersey. And he preparations began for the demobilization of most of whom are now in their 70’s or 80’s. has been a member of the Board of Directors deployed American forces, including the return I have stood with Holocaust survivors in the of Congregation Ahavath Torah in Englewood of the members of the 926th Fighter Wing who Capitol Rotunda filled with the saddest and for many years. distinguished themselves in combat and most tragic of memories from their lives, lives People who give so much of themselves as served with honor alongside their active-duty like that of my constituent, Mr. Alec Mutz. Two Dr. Michael Harris do not do so for the rec- counterparts. On May 17th, the last of the 18 years ago, I was privileged to light a memorial ognition. However, he certainly deserves to re- AÐ10s and 500 people originally deployed to candle with Mr. Mutz, who survived three ceive it. the region, returned safely to Naval Air Sta- ghettos and five concentration camps. Mr. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to congratulate Dr. tion, New Orleans, Louisiana. Mission Accom- Mutz is just one of an estimated 50,000 Jew- Michael Harris, as well as his wife Frieda, and plished! All personnel and all aircraft deployed ish survivors in North America who were Nazi- his children Miera, Aimee, Jonathan and returned safely to home station. era slave laborers. Aaron on the occasion of this well deserved Since that time, members and aircraft of the During the last Congress, I introduced H.R. tribute from the Anti-Defamation League, and 926th Fighter Wing have continued to answer 271, the Justice for Holocaust Survivors Act, a wish them health and happiness in the years the call to duty whenever and wherever need- bill to allow survivors like Mr. Mutz to pursue to come. ed. In 1995, approximately 300 members de- just reparations from Germany for the un- f ployed to Aviano Air Base, Italy, in support of speakable suffering they endured during the Operation Deny Flight. Members have also Holocaust. H.R. 271, which garnered the sup- OPERATION DESERT STORM AND deployed in support of humanitarian missions port of 96 bipartisan co-sponsors, would have THE 926TH FIGHTER WING in the Americas. Again, in 1998 members of enabled Holocaust survivors who have been the unit deployed to Saudi Arabia and Kuwait denied reparations by the German government HON. RICHARD H. BAKER in support of Operation Southern Watch to to sue the German government in United OF LOUISIANA support and help enforce the no-fly zone over States federal courts to claim restitution. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Iraq instituted after Operation Desert Storm. In On March 30, 2000, I was informed by the September and October 1999, AÐ10s and per- Administration that the German government Tuesday, April 24, 2001 sonnel from the wing returned to Kuwait to had agreed to double its compensation pack- Mr. BAKER. Mr. Speaker, in early August participate in Aerospace Expeditionary Force age to the victims of slave labor camps from 1990, Iraqi military forces illegally invaded Ku- (AEF) 1. 5 billion to 10 billion Deutsche marks (DM), or wait, a neighboring sovereign state. Imme- This tradition of service and sacrifice con- the equivalent of 5 billion U.S. dollars. I was diately, American military forces began deploy- tinues into the 21st century as in mid-January, also informed that H.R. 271 served as a cata- ing to the area to deter the Iraqis from further 2001, members of the 926th Fighter Wing lyst in the talks between the U.S. and Ger- aggression. During Operation Desert Shield, began deploying to Southwest Asia for the many to reach a compensation agreement. the build-up phase for the later operation, wing’s second rotation on the AEF. Their mis- On July 17, 2000, the United States and Desert Storm, troops and supplies were put sion this time being combat search and rescue Germany signed an agreement to establish a into motion and decisions were made about for Operation Northern Watch. German Foundation, ‘‘Remembrance, Respon- who, when, where, and how for the possible The successes of the 926th Fighter Wing sibility, and the Future,’’ to be the exclusive coming conflict should diplomatic efforts prove during combat operations in Operation Desert forum for the resolution of all Holocaust-era unfruitful. During this buildup period, it was de- Storm, and throughout all of the on-going mis- personal injury, property loss, and damage cided there would be participation in this cam- sions since then, are due to the outstanding claims against German banks, insurers, and

VerDate 112000 05:36 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.091 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E613 companies. In return, the U.S. government warded the members of the Safety Patrol with or more in a single college season. While promised that the Department of Justice would a three-day trip to Washington, DC. This year, Stiles dazzled competitors with her scoring, it urge the courts to reject all existing and future I am pleased to meet with the members of the was team defense that played stunned com- lawsuits against German companies by slave Safety Patrol when they come to the Capitol, petitors into submission. laborers and other victims of the Nazi-era. and I would like to read their names into the The Lady Bears fans understand the char- This process is called ‘‘legal peace.’’ CONGRESSIONAL RECORD to honor their out- acter of the team. Every young woman on the However, nine months after the agreement, standing dedication: squad has a tenacious work ethic and they not one Deutsche mark has been paid to the Andres Acosta, Gabrielle Avitable, Weis are tireless, never-give-up competitors. They victims and last month, a federal judge in New Baher, Megan Bandelt, Joe Baranello, An- played as a team of talented women who York refused to dismiss a batch of lawsuits, thony Butler, Raymond Carrasco, Lauren shared the glory of their successes with their questioning whether the money would be Casteneda, Kristin Costa, Christopher fans as they represented a regional school in there to pay the claims. That is why in the Desmond, Daniel Distasi, Zachary Gilbert, the Midwest competing and winning against coming weeks I plan to introduce legislation to Mary Hanna, Ben Hunkin, Thomas better know teams trom larger schools. increase oversight of the Foundation, interpret Khristopher, Georgios Kotzias, Brian Lauer, The Southwest Missouri State University the U.S.-German Agreement more clearly, and Brooke Lonegan, Matthew Luciano, Wade Lady Bears are special not just because of expand communication between the Adminis- Morris, Richard Nowatnick, Devin Pantillano, where they are from but because of how far tration and Congress about the status of the Monica Patel, Anthony Perpepaj, Sara Puleio, they have come in winning their way into the Foundation. Brian Pumo, Raquel Rivera, Brian Roche, elite of their sport. The members of the Lady Mr. Speaker, as we act to remember the Caitlyn Rumbaugh, Christine Smith, Audrey Bears of Southwest Missouri State University Holocaust with the commemoration of the Snell, Michelle Sontag, Jeanette Symmonds, are models for other young women to follow Days of Remembrance, let us also act to give Alexander Zetelski, and Sarah Zupani. and inspire them in their drive for academic these courageous survivors a beacon of hope Mr. Speaker, I congratulate the Bogota success off the court as well as sports suc- for the Just resolution of the wrongs that they School Safety Patrol Program on ajob well cess on it. Over and over these young women have suffered. I urge my colleagues to take done, and I wish them luck in all their future said how proud they were to have played and notice of the current failure of the U.S.-Ger- endeavors. represented SMSU on the court. We will miss man Agreement and join me in calling for a f them, but remember their accomplishments resolution to the problems with the claims that are written in the history books of the process before it is too late to grant justice to TRIBUTE TO SOUTHWEST MIS- great women’s basketball teams in America. our aging Holocaust survivors. SOURI STATE UNIVERSITY LADY I know my Missouri colleagues will join me BEARS EXECUTIVE OFFICE OF THE in applauding the great work of Coach Cheryl PRESIDENT Burnett with the 2001 team, as well as ex- OFFICE OF MANAGEMENT AND BUDGET HON. ROY BLUNT pressing their belief that all of the senior mem- Washington, DC, April 24, 2001. OF MISSOURI bers have bright futures ahead of them with STATEMENT OF ADMINISTRATION POLICY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the commitment to excellence they dem- H.R. 503—UNBORN VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE ACT OF Tuesday, April 24, 2001 onstrated during the 2001 season and that 2001 their underclass teammates will carry their leg- The Administration supports protection Mr. BLUNT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay honor acy into the future. for unborn children and therefore supports to the Women’s Basketball program at South- House passage of H.R. 503. The legislation west Missouri State University. The Lady f would make it a separate Federal offense to Bears played their way into the NCAA Final cause death or bodily injury to a child, who Four in St. Louis before losing to Purdue Uni- IN RECOGNITION OF BETTY is in utero, in the course of committing any versity. GALLER one of 68 Federal offenses. The bill also For the second time in 9 years, the Lady would make substantially identical amend- ments to the Uniform Code of Military Jus- Bears of Southwest Missouri found them- HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN tice. The Administration would strongly op- selves in this select rankina of great women’s OF NEW YORK pose any amendment to H.R. 503, such as a teams in 2001 and though they did not play in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES so-called ‘‘One-Victim’’ Substitute, which the final game, they brought great pride and Tuesday, April 24, 2001 would define the bill’s crimes as having only excitement to the residents of the Seventh one victim—the pregnant woman. District of Missouri and beyond. Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today f Southwest Missouri State University wom- to pay tribute to Betty Galler as she is hon- en’s basketball ranks nationally among the top ored by the Free Sons of Israel at it’s Founda- HONORING THE BOGOTA SCHOOL teams in fan attendance. Their legions of dedi- tion Fund’s 75th Anniversary Celebration, for SAFETY PATROL PROGRAM cated followers were charged with excitement her 72 years of dedicated service to the orga- over the team’s success. The late season run nization. HON. STEVEN R. ROTHMAN of the Lady Bears packed Hammons Student In the past 72 years Betty has unselfishly OF NEW JERSEY Center every game and sent fans searching led the Foundation Fund in numerous humani- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for tickets as they won their way through the tarian efforts. The long and impressive list in- NCAA tournament in Piscataway, New Jersey cludes donations to Camp Vacamas—(a camp Tuesday, April 24, 2001 and Spokan, Washington for the right to play for underprivileged children)—ambulances for Mr. ROTHMAN Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in the Final Four in nearby St. Louis, Missouri- American Red Mogen David in Israel, pur- pay tribute to the School Safety Patrol Pro- just three hours from Springfield. Wherever chasing prothesis for those wounded in the gram which has been in existence in the Bor- the team played, a bus or an airplane filled Six Day War, and parties at the Kingsbridge ough of Bogota, New Jersey since 1936. with its loyal fans followed. Veterans Hospital and at Francis Delafield Through this program, which operates in The 2001 season for the nationally ranked Hospital. That is only a few of the wonderful conjunction with the Bogota Police Depart- Lady Bears was filled with milestones. Coach causes to which Betty has dedicated her time ment, a group of students from each of Bogo- Cheryl Burnett won her three hundredth vic- and energy. ta’s three elementary schools is chosen for the tory in 14 seasons. The 29-6 record is the It is obvious what a remarkable human Safety Patrol based on academic achievement second best in the Lady Bear’s history behind being Betty is. The Free Sons of Israel, the and leadership abilities. The members of the the 1992 31-3 mark that also saw the Lady nation’s oldest Jewish fraternal order, and the Safety Patrol are assigned a post each day for Bears in the Final Four. Free Sons Foundation Fund is extremely fortu- the purpose of assisting the other students in Five seniors anchored the squad: All-Amer- nate to have a person like Betty Galler work- safely crossing the street near the school as ican Jackie Stiles, Tara Mitchem, Carly Deer, ing for them. Now at the age of 93, she shows well as being stationed around the school and Melody Campbell and Tiny McMorris. Stiles no signs of ending her long and unbelievable the playground to assure the safety and wel- was the nation’s leader scorer with more than career. fare of their fellow students. 30 points a contest and finished the season as Mr. Speaker, I ask all my colleagues in the Serving as a member of the Safety Patrol is the NCAA’s most prolific woman’s scorer ever House of Representatives to join me now in both an honor and a responsibility. And for the with 3,393 points in her four year career. She extending our thanks and appreciation to Betty last 50 years, the Borough of Bogota has re- was also the first woman to score 1,000 points Galler, the Guest of Honor at the Free Sons

VerDate 112000 05:30 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.093 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 E614 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 24, 2001 Foundation Fund’s 75th Anniversary Celebra- which we are very proud in our community. the high alpine environment along Colorado’s tion, for her 72 years of tireless community Congratulations to Charlene Harvey, the entire Continental Divide. service. GGNPA Board, the many philanthropic partici- The 13,294-foot James Peak is the pre- f pants and to Greg Moore and an excellent dominant feature in a 26,000 acre roadless staff for their lasting contribution to our envi- area within the Arapaho-Roosevelt National IN CELEBRATION OF CRISSY ronment. Forest just north and east of Berthoud Pass. FIELD, SAN FRANCISCO The Presidio and all of our Golden Gate Na- The James Peak roadless area straddles the tional Parks are a source of great pride to us Continental Divide within 4 counties (Gilpin, HON. NANCY PELOSI and we are pleased that they welcome mil- Clear Creek, Grand and Boulder). It is the OF CALIFORNIA lions of visitors each year for recreation and largest unprotected roadless area on the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES renewal. Congratulations to all who have been Northern Front Range. The area offers out- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 involved in this spectacular project. It is a tes- standing recreational opportunities for hiking, tament to the great enthusiasm the public skiing, fishing, and backpacking. Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, for decades, holds for our national parks. It is a testament I have been interested in wilderness protec- Crissy Field stood as an idle monument to its to the spirit of our San Francisco community tion for the James Peak area since my elec- former life as a World War I landing strip. The and the able leaders who brought this vision tion to Congress in 1998. In 1999, 1 intro- cracked runway and gray rubble lined San to life for us all. duced a bill (H.R. 2177) in the 106th Congress Francisco’s shoreline and window to the Bay. f that would have designated about 22,000 of Part of a national park within the Presidio’s the James Peak roadless area as wilderness, boundaries, it begged for renewal. COMMEMORATING THE ARMENIAN including about 8,000 acres in Grand County. After years of effort and an unprecedented GENOCIDE This proposal was designed to renew discus- philanthropic success on behalf of the Park’s sions for the appropriate management of Crissy Field restoration, we are now on the HON. STEPHEN HORN these lands that qualify for wilderness consid- verge of celebrating a modern-day Crissy OF CALIFORNIA eration. Field that also incorporates its history. While IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The bill I am introducing today—the James evidence of the landing strip is no longer visi- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 Peak Wilderness, James Peak Protection Area ble, a rich historic marsh land has been and Wilderness Study Area Act—is the prod- Mr. HORN. Mr. Speaker, once again I join brought back to a state that existed long be- uct of nearly two years of subsequent discus- my colleagues in remembering those who suf- fore aviation. sions with county officials, interested groups, fered the tragic events of the Armenian Geno- In two weeks, on May 6, the public will be and the general public. cide. Each year, we join the world in com- welcomed to a great celebration of the Crissy The previous bill had broad support. How- memoration of the Armenian genocide be- Field restoration project. Almost magically, ever, after its introduction, the County Com- cause the tragedy of lost lives through ethnic acres of rubble have been transformed into a missioners of Grand County—which includes cleansing must not be forgotten. magnificent public gateway along the Pre- the western side of the James Peak area—ex- The Armenian genocide marked the begin- sidio’s border. A tidal marsh now exists, sur- pressed some concerns with the proposed wil- ning of a barbaric practice in the 20th century rounded by native plants and a public prome- derness designation for the lands in that coun- with more than a million and a half Armenians nade that stretches for over a mile along the ty. They indicated that in their view any such killed and forcibly deported. As the target of beachfront. legislation needed to make accommodation for persecution by the Ottoman Turks, Armenians This event, marking the completion of the any ‘‘dispersed recreation’’ opportunities in the were systematically uprooted from their home- restoration and the public opening, was born area and needed to address private land and eliminated. To this day, the Turkish as a concept a few years ago under the part- inholdings. The Commissioners also indicated government continues to deny that millions of nership of the Golden Gate National Recre- that the Rollins Pass road should be excluded Armenians were killed simply because of their ation Area (GGNRA) and the Golden Gate Na- from wilderness. ethnicity. tional Parks Association (GGNPA). In a re- I agreed to work with Grand County on As an educator, I believe it is critical to em- markably short period of time, and in a re- these and a number of other issues. We held phasize the role education must play in our markable show of support, this concept has several discussions, including a public meeting international community. We must ensure that come to life. in Grand County. After that, the Grand County we do not continue to see actions of racial in- Under the leadership of the first GGNPA Commissioners indicated that they could not tolerance or religious persecution, which has Chair, Toby Rosenblatt, and now under the ‘‘entirely support [H.R. 2177] as presented,’’ led to so many cases of ethnic cleansing. The continuing excellent leadership of Chair and outlined a ‘‘James Peak Protection Area’’ tragedies of the past two decades including Charlene Harvey, the dream of Crissy Field alternative. Cambodia, Rwanda and Kosovo attest to this will be realized. This unique public-private The Commissioners’ ‘‘protection area’’ alter- fact. We must, therefore, continue to commit partnership has made it possible to turn a con- native did not spell out all details, but its es- to first teaching our children tolerance. taminated, abandoned airfield into a conserva- sence was that instead of designation of wil- If we refuse to acknowledge, understand, tion prize for our national park system. derness there should be designation of a ‘‘pro- and vigorously oppose racial and religious in- This would not have been possible without tection area’’ that would include the lands in tolerance, wherever it arises, we are doomed the vision of these individuals, the many con- Grand County proposed for wilderness in my tributors who followed this dream and the sig- to repeat the same tragedies again and again. Mr. Speaker, I thank you for this opportunity previous bill and also an additional 10,000 nificant efforts of Greg Moore, Executive Di- to commemorate the Armenian Genocide. I acres of national forest land. The Commis- rector of the GGNPA, and Brian O’Neill, Su- also want to thank the many Armenian-Amer- sioners’ proposals also would have allowed for perintendent of the GGNRA. Both Brian and ican organizations throughout the nation, and a section of high tundra above Rollins Pass Greg were honored this week by the National in particular in California, for their tremendous along the divide to be open to motorized and Park Foundation for their energy, innovation work on behalf of the Armenian-American mechanized recreation (snowmobiles and and enthusiasm in bringing this project to fru- community. mountain bikes). ition. Greg Moore accepted the National Park I gave serious attention to this alternative Foundation award for ‘‘Restoration of Crissy f and also carefully considered the views of a Field’’ as the recipient of the 2001 National INTRODUCTION OF THE JAMES variety of interested individuals and groups Park Partnership Award in the environmental PEAK WILDERNESS, JAMES who had concerns about it. Based on that, on conservation category. PEAK PROTECTION AREA AND February 12, 2001, I released a more detailed As the GGNPA Executive Director, Greg WILDERNESS STUDY AREA ACT legislative proposal for public review and com- spearheaded the philanthropic drive for Crissy ment. Field which raised $34 million to fund this HON. MARK UDALL This proposal was based on the Commis- spectacular restoration of San Francisco’s Bay OF COLORADO sioners’ ‘‘protection area’’ alternative. It would shoreline. The gift of $18 million from the Eve- have designated as wilderness 14,000 acres IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lyn and Walter Haas, Jr., Fund and the Robert of the James Peak roadless area in Boulder, and Colleen Haas Fund is the largest ever Tuesday, April 24, 2001 Clear Creek and Gilpin Counties. It also would made to America’s national parks. This is a Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, today have designated 18,000 acres in Grand Coun- phenomenal accomplishment and one of I am introducing a bill to protect a key part of ty as a ‘‘James Peak Protection Area,’’ and

VerDate 112000 05:30 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.097 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E615 would have added 2,000 acres (that were en- istence of a ‘‘protection area’’/wilderness area lands in Grand County. Further, the Commis- compassed by the Commissioners’ ‘‘protection would not lead to managerial restrictions on sioners indicated they would not oppose hav- area’’ alternative) to the Indian Peaks Wilder- the lands outside the proposed boundaries. ing the Forest Service again review the lands ness Area (these acres were recommended (8) Telecommunication Opportunities on south of Rollins Pass for possible wilderness for wilderness by the Forest Service). Mount Eva—The Commissioners also indi- designation. They indicated that they were The proposal included language to spell out cated an interest in keeping the top of Mt. Eva aware that the Forest Service had reviewed in more detail the management regime of the open for telecommunication facilities as this this area in the past and could have rec- ‘‘protection area.’’ These provisions (including area was used in the past for such activity. ommended it for wilderness, but did not do so. a ban on hardrock mining, a ban on camp- However, the State Land Board permitted the The Commissioners also indicated that if the grounds, and a ban on timber cutting) were previous facilities on Mt. Eva as the intention Forest Service were to review the area again, largely based the management rules for the was to site these facilities on the State Land they would respect that process. Bowen Gulch ‘‘backcountry recreation’’ area Board section. But the facilities were mistak- Accordingly, the bill I am introducing today and the existing ‘‘special interest area’’ Forest enly located on Forest Service land. Neverthe- provides for such a renewed study of these Service management under the 1997 Forest less, these facilities were removed when the lands. It designates the James Peak roadless Plan. Inclusion of the latter provision was at company went bankrupt. In addition, there are lands in Grand County south of Rollins Pass the request of the Grand County Commis- no access roads or services to this area. as a ‘‘wilderness study area’’ and directs the sioners. Given all of these difficulties, it was suggested Forest Service to re-look at this area for suit- Following the release of this proposal, I met that other locations for these options may be ability as wilderness. This provision will pre- with the Grand County Commissioners to dis- more appropriate. serve the status quo on approximately 8,000 cuss this proposal and for the option of wilder- (9) Rogers Pass Trail—Members of the pub- acres south of Rollins Pass by keeping this ness for some lands in the Grand County part lic also expressed interest in keeping this trail area in its current roadless and pristine state. of the James Peak roadless area. This was a open and available for mountain bike rec- The bill would require the Forest Service to re- productive meeting. We discussed a number reational use. It is unclear whether this trail is port its recommendations for these 8,000 of issues, most of which have been addressed in fact open to such use. Nevertheless, the acres within three years. It will then be up to in the bill that I am introducing today. In sum- Grand County Commissioners indicated that Congress to decide regarding the future man- mary, those issues included: they would like to pursue the option of allow- agement of these lands. (1) Prohibiting Motorized and Mechanized ing such use of this trail. This part of the bill also addresses the Recreation Atop Rollins Pass—Although this (10) Prohibition of Land Exchanges—The Roger Pass trail issue—an issue of impor- area was identified as a possible location for Commissioners expressed an interest in hav- tance to the Grand County Commissioners motorized and mechanized recreation in the ing the bill prohibit any further land exchanges and users of this trail. While I believe that this previous proposal, all agreed (including the in the area to prevent further development trail should be included in wilderness (it is snowmobile and mountain bike users) that this from encroaching into Forest Service areas. within the proposed wilderness study area), area should not be available for such use. I reworked my proposal to incorporate these the bill directs that the Forest Service evaluate (2) Reopening the Rollins Pass Road—The issues. It was my hope that in accommodating whether and to what extent this trail should be Commissioners and the users of the Rollins these concerns in the bill, that the Grand managed for mechanized recreational use. Pass road (also known as the Corona Pass County Commissioners would reconsider I believe that the bill I am introducing today road) indicated an interest in reopening this some wilderness protection for the lands in the keeps faith with my commitment to work with road for two-wheel drive traffic. Presently, this James Peak roadless area south of Rollins local County Commissioners and others. It ad- road is blocked due to the closure of the Nee- Pass. However, the three Grand County Com- dresses a majority of the issues that were dle Eye tunnel and degrading railroad trestles. missioners were divided on this question (one raised. These lands are indeed special. They con- As a result, a number of motorized rec- Commissioner did suggest extending the wil- tain a number of high alpine lakes and tundra reational users have been creating roads and derness boundary westwards over the Divide ecosystems. This area also represents one of trails to bypass these blockages. The users of and down to timberline in Grand County). the last remaining unprotected stretches of the Rollins Pass road indicated that if this road Nevertheless, the Grand County Commis- Continental Divide that comprises the Northern could be reopened, then they would be willing sioners did express support for the wilderness addition to the Indian Peaks Wilderness Area, Front Range Mountain Backdrop. to work with the Forest Service to close these With the population growth occurring along support for the ‘‘protection area’’ to be man- bypasses. The Grand County Commissioners the Front Range of Colorado, I am concerned aged according to the 1997 Forest Plan and agreed with this suggestion. that if we do not protect these special lands for the adjustments that I had made based on (3) The Berthoud Pass Ski Area—The Com- for future generations, we could loose a critical their input. Regrettably, however, they ex- missioners expressed an interest in drawing resource for future generations. That is why I pressed opposition to any wilderness designa- any proposed boundaries near Berthoud Pass am introducing this bill and why I will work tion now for lands south of Rollins Pass or to accommodate the existing Berthoud Pass hard for its enactment into law. Ski Area’s permitted boundary. Everyone Rogers Pass. For the benefit of our colleagues, I am at- agreed that this should be done. The Commissioners also indicated a con- taching a fact sheet that summarizes the main (4) Private Inholdings—The Commissioners cern that such a designation might have some provisions of the bill. expressed an interest in ensuring that the effect on water rights. I think it is clear that rights of private inholders be preserved. there are no grounds for such concerns. Care- JAMES PEAK WILDERNESS, JAMES PEAK PRO- TECTION AREA AND WILDERNESS STUDY ful review has convinced me that there are no (5) Forest Service Management—The Com- AREA ACT missioners requested that the proposal include water rights except those for national forest Summary—The bill would designate the specific language indicating that the ‘‘protec- purposes and no diversion facilities in the por- James Peak Wilderness Area, add to the ex- tion area’’ would be managed according to the tion of the James Peak roadless area south of isting Indian Peaks Wilderness Area, des- 1997 Forest Plan. In addition, the Commis- Rollins Pass. In addition, if any such rights do ignate a James Peak Protection Area and a sioners and recreational users requested that exist, they would not be extinguished by wil- James Peak wilderness study area, all within this management be flexible enough to allow derness designation. Furthermore, as any wil- the Arapaho Roosevelt National Forest in the Forest Service to relocate trails, roads or derness designation for this area would be Colorado. Background: In 1999, Congressman Mark areas in order to address future management governed by the 1993 Colorado Wilderness Udall introduced the James Peak Wilderness issues. Act, the courts would be barred from consid- Act (H.R. 2177) which would have designated (6) Wilderness Addition to Indian Peaks— ering any assertion that the designation in- about 22,000 acres of land in the Arapaho- The Commissioners expressed support for in- volved a federal reserved water right. Further, Roosevelt National Forest as wilderness cluding the approximately 2,000-acre wilder- this area is essentially a headwaters area. Wil- north of Berthoud Pass and south of the In- ness addition to Indian Peaks—an area that derness protection would thus ensure that dian Peaks Wilderness Area. Since then, was ‘‘recommended for wilderness’’ in the water would continue to flow out of this area— there have been further discussions with 1997 Forest Plan. unimpeded—for downstream users and bene- county governments, the Forest Service, and the public. On January 31, 2000, the Grand (7) Buffer Zone—The Commissioners indi- fits. County Commissioners proposed the alter- cated an interest in considering the inclusion The Grand County Commissioners did indi- native of designating lands in that county as of language that would prohibit the establish- cate that they understood and found accept- a ‘‘protection area’’ instead of wilderness. On ment of a restrictive ‘‘buffer zone’’ around the able the Forest Service’s process for periodic February 12, 2001, Congressman Udall re- area. This provision would ensure that the ex- review of the way it manages national forest leased a proposal that was similar to the

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.101 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 E616 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 24, 2001 Grand County ‘‘protection area’’ proposal. to work with the respective counties if the scientists went back into the laboratories, chal- This bill is a refined version of that proposal Rollins Pass road is reopened to two-wheel lenged by Dr. Starzl’s own quest to answer resulting from discussions with the Grand drive traffic. some of medicine’s most challenging ques- County Commissioners and other interested What the bill does not do: Designate any parties. portion of the James Peak Roadless Area in tions. The Lands: The 13,294-foot James Peak is Grand County as wilderness: The bill would On April 27, Dr. Starzl’s former students and the predominant feature in a 26,000-acre not create wilderness in the James Peak colleagues will pay tribute to him as he enters roadless area within the Arapaho-Roosevelt roadless area in Grand County. Instead, it emeritus status at the University of Pittsburgh. National Forest just north and east of Ber- would designate a James Peak Protection It will be a celebration much to Dr. Starzl’s lik- thoud Pass. The James Peak roadless area Area, subject to use and management re- ing—an academic gathering in order to share straddles the Continental Divide within 4 strictions, as proposed by the County Com- important scientific information. counties (Gilpin, Clear Creek, Grand and missioners and within that would designate Dr. Starzl is a true pioneer who has trans- Boulder). It is the largest unprotected a wilderness study area. roadless area on the Northern Front Range. Restrict Off-Road Vehicle Use Throughout formed the world of medicine. Since that day The area offers outstanding recreational op- the Area: The bill would prohibit motorized in 1963 when he performed the world’s first portunities for hiking, skiing, fishing, and and mountain bike recreation use in the wil- liver transplant at the University of Colorado, backpacking, including the popular South derness and wilderness study areas, but he has been at the forefront of the heroic and Boulder Creek trail and along the Conti- would allow this use, consistent with the life-saving advancements that are continually nental Divide National Scenic Trail. It also Forest Service’s management directives, in being made in the medical community. His includes the historic Rollins Pass road which the Protection Area. Furthermore, the bill work will have a lasting influence on the field provides access for mechanized and motor- would require the Forest Service to identify of organ transplantation, and the world of ized recreation in the area. appropriate roads, trails and areas for such James Peak is one of the highest rated use within three years. Such identifications medicine as a whole. Dr. Starzl continues to areas for biological diversity on the entire can be revised by appropriate Forest Service inspire a new generation of medical pioneers, Arapaho National Forest, including unique processes. and serves as an example of what determina- habitat for wildlife, miles of riparian cor- Affect Water Rights: The bill would not af- tion and passion and for one’s work can ridors, stands of old growth forests, and fect any existing water rights. In addition, achieve. So we honor you today, Dr. Starzl, threatened and endangered species. The area all lands designated by the bill are head- for your life’s work. We thank you for your includes a dozen spectacularly situated al- waters areas. pine lakes, including Forest Lakes, Arapaho passion, which has touched so many lives, Affect the Berthoud Pass Ski Area: The and surely will touch many, many more. Lakes, and Heart Lake. Many sensitive spe- bill would exclude this Ski Area’s existing cies such as wolverine, lynx, and pine marten permitted boundary. f only thrive in wilderness settings. Adding Affect Search and Rescue Activities: The HONORING O.D. MCKEE James Peak to the chain of protected lands bill would not affect the activities related to from Berthoud Pass to the Wyoming bound- the health and safety of persons within the ary will promote movement of these species area. Such necessary activities will be al- HON. ZACH WAMP and improve their chances for survival. lowed, including the need to use mechanized OF TENNESSEE What the bill does: James Peak Wilder- equipment to perform search and rescue ac- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ness: The bill would designate over 14,000 tivities. acres of the James Peak area in Clear Creek, Tuesday, April 24, 2001 Gilpin and Boulder Counties as the James f Peak Wilderness Area; Indian Peaks Wilder- Mr. WAMP. Mr. Speaker, Many folks would ness Area Addition: The bill would add about HONORING DR. THOMAS E. STARZL have turned a little faint at the thought of try- 2,000 acres in Grand County to the existing ing to start a business during the depths of the Indian Peaks Wilderness area (these acres HON. MELISSA A. HART Great Depression in the 1930s. were recommended for wilderness in the For- OF PENNSYLVANIA But not O.D. McKee. est Service’s 1997 revised plan); James Peak IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ‘‘O.D.,’’ as he was known to his many Protection Area: The bill would designate friends and admirers, believed that he could about 18,000 acres in Grand County as the Tuesday, April 24, 2001 James Peak Protection Area and provide the be successful in the baking business. And he following: Forest Service to manage the area Ms. HART. Mr. Speaker, Dr. Thomas E. and his wife, Ruth, were not afraid to work consistent with the management directions Starzl arrived in Pittsburgh some 20 years hard. for this area under the 1997 Forest Plan for ago, and began his legendary work at the Uni- Together they built a small bakery into a the Arapaho-Roosevelt National Forest; No versity of Pittsburgh. It wasn’t long after that giant business with 5,000 employees and transfer of federal lands by exchange or oth- the city became a world renowned Mecca for plants in three states. I am proud that O.D. erwise; Forest Service required to designate organ transplantation. Since his arrival, more and Ruth McKee, who died in 1995 and 1989, appropriate roads, trails and areas for mo- than 11,300 organ transplants have been per- were citizens of the 3 rd District of Tennessee. torized and mechanized recreation. James Peak Wilderness Study Area: The formed at the University—an accomplishment And I am very thankful that their company, bill would designate about 8,000 acres in the unmatched by any other program in the world. McKee Foods Corporation, headquartered in part of the Protection Area generally south These transplants represent the thousands of Collegedale, TN, near Chattanooga, continues of the Rollins Pass Road as a wilderness lives that Dr. Starzl touched, and the true to be an important and vibrant corporate cit- study area. For these lands, the bill would magnitude of his contribution to medicine. Like izen of the 3 rd District. direct the Forest Service to do the fol- Dr. Starzl himself, many of these patients are It is entirely fitting that the company has lowing—study this area and report in three heroes—who even in their death taught invalu- dedicated the O.D. McKee Conference Room years as to the suitability of these lands for able lessons that have advanced the field of at the company’s plant in Collegedale. inclusion in the National Wilderness System; meanwhile, manage the study area to pre- organ transplantation for the betterment of all The McKees and their family typify the val- serve its wilderness characteristics; and mankind. Today, we think nothing of replacing ues of people who are successful as business evaluate whether and, if so, to what extent organs that have failed. But if it weren’t for the leaders—and human beings—in America. mechanized recreation (mountain bikes and trailblazing efforts of Dr. Starzl, which have They had dreams, drive and determination as snowmobiles) should be allowed in the wil- spanned more than four decades ago, we they built McKee Foods and its ‘‘Little Debbie’’ derness study area, especially along the Rog- would not be standing here in celebration of Snack cakes and other products into inter- ers Pass trail. life—indeed thousands and thousands of lives. nationally recognized symbols of quality. Fall River Trailhead: The bill would estab- lish a new trailhead and Forest Service fa- This year marks the 20th anniversary of Dr. In the early years, the company operated cilities in the Fall River basin east of the Starzl’s first liver transplant in Pittsburgh, a out of a plant on Main Street in Chattanooga. proposed wilderness area—to be done in col- milestone that spawned two decades of major But later, the McKees sold out and moved to laboration with Clear Creek County and the advances by Dr. Starzl and University of Pitts- Charlotte, N.C., and began another operation nearby communities of St. Mary’s Glacier burgh faculty. Their work sparked clinical and there. ‘‘O.D.’’ personally designed that plant, and Alice Township research activity of immense importance to the which contained many innovations that put it General provisions: The bill also would: en- medical community. Countless numbers of well ahead of its time. In the 1950s, the courage but not require the Forest Service to acquire two non-federal inholdings within surgeons and researchers have come to Pitts- McKees repurchased the Chattanooga busi- the wilderness study area; prohibit the cre- burgh from around the world to learn from the ness from Ruth’s brother. In 1960, they intro- ation of a restrictive buffer zone around the work of Dr. Starzl. Surgeons returned to their duced the ‘‘Little Debbie’’ brand. wilderness area, the Protection Area or wil- home institutions with newly forged skills to Their operations were—and are—a model derness study area; direct the Forest Service offer patients life-saving services. Research for what a good company should be. O.D. and

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.104 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E617 Ruth were true partners in the business. He good friend, Dr. Joseph J. Jacobs, Chairman I will look forward to your response to this supplied the vision and sales skills that helped of the Board, Jacobs Engineering Group, sincere request on behalf of a wonderful man to build the company. She contributed down- Inc., in Pasadena, California, who is a great who has given much to the citizens of the humanitarian who has contributed an abun- United States throughout a lifetime of hard to-earth, practical business sense, managing dance to society during his lifetime. work and achievement. many aspects of the bakery’s operations, par- I am writing to highly recommend a Presi- With warm regard, I am ticularly in the early years. At a time when this dential Citizens Medal for Dr. Jacobs which, Sincerely, kind of arrangement was not very common in in your discretion, you can award at any NICK J. RAHALL II, American business, they drew equal salaries. time during this year should you decide to Member of Congress. do so (in accordance with Executive Order Today, their company continues to be based f on trust and mutual respect among all employ- No. 11494 issued by then President Nixon). The Presidential Citizens Medal is awarded ees. It is a major part of the economy in A TRIBUTE TO THE AFRICAN in recognition of citizens of the United AMERICAN MUSEUM IN PHILA- Southeast Tennessee. In addition to the facil- States who have performed exemplary deeds ity in Collegedale, it has plants in Apison, of service for their country or their fellow DELPHIA Tenn.; Gentry, Ark., and Stuarts Draft, Va., citizens and is issued at your sole discretion. and markets its products in all 50 states, Can- Dr. Joseph J. Jacobs is the founder and HON. ROBERT A. BRADY ada, Puerto Rico and U.S. military bases chair of the Jacobs Engineering Group of OF PENNSYLVANIA international renown with numerous world- worldwide. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES wide divisions, is more than 50 years old. He Truly, it is fitting that we pause to honor built his company from a one-man chemical Tuesday, April 24, 2001 O.D. McKee and the wonderful legacy he and process consultancy to its present status as Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I his wife, Ruth, built. the leading engineering-construction com- rise to honor the African American Museum in f pany in the United States if not the world. For many years Dr. Jacobs served as Philadelphia (AAMP) upon its selection by the TRIBUTE TO DR. JOSEPH J. JA- Chairman of the Board of Trustees of the Smithsonian Institution as a new Smithsonian COBS: ENTREPRENEUR, HUMANI- Polytechnic University of New York (1974– Affiliate. Thus, AAMP becomes the only mu- TARIAN, AND NOMINEE TO RE- 1984 and 1992 to 1994). The University has seum in Philadelphia, the fourth in Pennsyl- CEIVE THE PRESIDENTIAL CITI- named the Administration building for Dr. vania and one of 67 cultural institutions across Jacobs and a chair in the Chemical Engineer- ZENS MEDAL the nation with such a designation. ing Department has been established in his The Smithsonian affiliate outreach program and Mrs. Jacob’s names. On April 29, 2001 Dr. brings the institution closer to all Americans by Jacobs will be honored for his contributions HON. NICK J. RAHALL II creating exhibition opportunities throughout the OF WEST VIRGINIA to the St. Nicholas Home, a non-sectarian, non-profit nongovernmental support resi- nation by the sharing of its collections and re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dence for the elderly in Brooklyn, New York. sources. And, the affiliation provides AAMP Tuesday, April 24, 2001 His contributions to the education system with opportunities to display objects from its and humanitarian efforts in the area of his collections in the Smithsonian’s Arts and In- Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to birth, marks Dr. Jacobs as a remarkable dustries building on the national Mall in Wash- pay tribute to Dr. Joseph J. Jacobs, an re- leader who gives back to society in recogni- ington, DC. nowned entrepreneur who created the Joseph tion of the support he received over the Founded in 1976, in celebration of the U.S. J. Jacobs Engineering Group many years ago. years in making Jacobs Engineering Group Bicentennial, the AAMP is dedicated to col- Dr. Jacobs is a chemical engineer by profes- one of the finest in the United States The recipient of many awards in the Chem- lecting, preserving and interpreting material sion, who has over the years become an out- and intellectual culture of African Americans. standing humanitarian, an economist, an edu- ical Engineering world, Dr. Jacobs has estab- lished the Jacobs Family Foundation, which AAMP attracts a multi-cultural, multi- cator, a philanthropist, and an author who targets its philanthropy on the issues of generational audience. Located in the First wrote a book in 1995 entitled: The Compas- community based economic development, Congressional District, the Museum has a col- sionate Conservative which became the by- youth and families at risk, Arab-American lection of more than 500,000 objects, images word of President George W. Bush’s Adminis- cultural awareness and access to educational and documents. tration. Above all, this proud Lebanese-Amer- and training opportunities for under rep- AAMP will open its inaugural exhibition ican became a great good friend of mine. resented groups. In addition to grant sup- port, the Foundation provides technical as- marking the affiliation, Affirmations: Objects I have recently written to President George and Movements, September 20, 2001. The ex- W. Bush asking him to award Joseph Jacobs sistance to non-profits in the areas of stra- tegic planning, leadership development and hibition will contain objects from the the Presidential Citizens Medal, an award that fund raising. Smithsonian’s national museums of American recognizes citizens who have performed ex- Dr. Jacobs is the author of numerous arti- History, American Art and the Anacostia Mu- emplary deeds of service for their country or cles on Chemical Engineering and econom- seum and Center for African American History their fellow citizens and one that is awarded at ics, and was a contributing author to the En- and Culture. the sole discretion of the President. cyclopedia of Chemical Technology. Having The incorporation of the AAMP into the Affil- made substantial contributions to the study Mr. Speaker I ask unanimous consent that iate program is an important milestone in the my letter to President George W. Bush recom- of a number of serious social issues, one re- sulted in a highly praised PBS program aired history of this vital institution and it also coin- mending that he award the Presidential Citi- in 1986 on ‘‘The Problems of Aging Parents of cides with the Museum’s celebration of its zens Medal to Dr. Joseph Jacobs, be printed Adult Children.’’ 25th anniversary. hereafter in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. On In 1991, Dr. Jacobs completed his autobiog- f reading this letter, a tribute to Joseph J. Ja- raphy ‘‘The Anatomy of an Entrepreneur: cobs, my colleagues will be reminded of the Family, Culture and Ethics’’ from which we TRIBUTE TO JAMES RAMOS, SR. numerous citizens in the United States who learn that he traces his high standards of are sons and daughters of immigrants, who morality and ethics back to the ethnic back- HON. JOE BACA have worked hard to create businesses that in ground of his family and the Lebanese Amer- ican community in Brooklyn, NY where he OF CALIFORNIA turn create jobs and good fortune for them- was born and raised. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES selves and others. Dr. Jacob’s second book reflecting these Tuesday, April 24, 2001 Dr. Joseph Jacobs, son of immigrants from values was entitled, ‘‘The Compassionate Lebanon, has used his fortune to establish the Conservative’’ published by Huntington Mr. BACA. Mr. Speaker, I want to take this Jacobs Family Foundation in order to perpet- House in 1995, and a second edition was pub- opportunity to extend my personal regards and ually give back to the citizens of the United lished in December 1999; a book whose title congratulations to James Ramos, Senior, on States through education, through humani- you have made the by-word of your Adminis- the occasion of his 60th birthday. tration. May this special day be filled with joy and tarian services for underrepresented groups, It is my profound hope that you will award and through love for his fellow human beings. happiness and may the future bring James the Presidential Citizens Medal to Dr. Jo- good health, abundant wealth and the time to APRIL 17, 2001. seph Jacobs in the coming year, an award Hon. GEORGE W. BUSH, that is made solely at your discretion. From enjoy both. President, The White House, the foregoing, and from the attached biog- James is the youngest of eight children, Washington, DC. raphy on Dr. Jacobs, I believe that you will born and raised in the East Highlands commu- DEAR MR. PRESIDENT: For many years it agree that he is an exemplary man who de- nity, and started to work in support of his fam- has been my distinct privilege to have as a serves your recognition. ily as a young man of fourteen in a citrus

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.109 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 E618 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 24, 2001 packinghouse. He went on to serve his coun- is a feat in any media market, but Bill and Rhoda has lived a long and fullfilling life. try in the Army and returned to work for the Shel offer so much more than a radio show. She married her childhood sweetheart, Harry San Bernardino Unified School District for over They perform a service to our community each Stahl, on March 1, 1931. Together they had 26 years. He has always modeled a strong morning, by getting our day off to a positive three children, Renee, Joel, and Larry. After work ethic for his family, and those who love start and reminding us that humor is the rule the birth of their second child, the family him, speak of his lifelong dedication of service rather than the exception. moved to Long Island City, NY. to others. I would like to honor Mr. Bill Williams for his While in Long Island City she aided her hus- James should be proud of his marriage of lifetime of service and dedication to the citi- band by serving as the First Lady of Con- 35 years to the beautiful Rena, and of the four zens of Crowley. I join with the Crowley com- gregation Adath Israel while he was the wonderful children he has raised to be up- munity in commending him for his selfless and congegation’s President. standing and contributing citizens and proud tireless efforts to better and promote our Rhoda was a devoted wife and mother dur- parents, in their own right. home. Though he was bom in Illinois, and ing her 58 years of marriage to Harry. In 1978, ‘‘Jaime’’, my friend, may the rain always fall spent a considerable portion of his life in the she retired to Florida and then in 1989 she gently on your house and may your face al- Northeast, Bill has become such a vital part of moved to San Diego, to live the rest of her ways greet the rising sun. our community over the past 44 years, that it long life near her daughter Renee. James’ family offers the following on the oc- is difficult to imagine there is any other place Rhoda is now the proud grandmother of casion of his birthday: he would desire to call home. nine and great-grandmother of six. She is for- Touching our lives with his gentle strength Off the air, Bill is a leader in the Town of tunate enough to spend her 90th birthday with and guiding us through the years, everyone Crowley. He serves on the Crowley City Coun- friends and family from New York, Maryland, cherishes ‘‘Jaime’’ for the contributions he has cil and has worked diligently to make the Inter- Virginia, and San Francisco. made. Growing up, we remember our father national Rice Festival one of the most recog- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the for fishing with bologna, jerky and Velveta nized cultural celebrations in Louisiana. He is House of Representatives to join me in ex- Cheese, for playing ‘‘Billy Boy’’ on his guitar commonly known as ‘‘Mr. Rice Festival,’’ and tending my best wishes and congratulations to while we danced and sang along, and how he was recently honored by the Louisiana Rhoda Stahl on the occasion of her 90th birth- much dedication he has committed toward Rural Tourism Commission for his success in day and in wishing her many more happy and leading our family. growing the annual event. Bill has made the healthy years with her loving family. Raised in the East Highlands Community, Rice Festival an annual celebration of our f he was the youngest of eight. Over the years area’s rich agricultural industry, culture, cui- EARTH DAY he has accomplished so much. sine and history. Today, the International Rice His strong work ethic can be used as an ex- Festival is the oldest and largest agricultural ample to us all. Starting at the mere age of festival in Louisiana, due in large part to Bill’s HON. NANCY PELOSI 14, he worked in a packinghouse. Dad has efforts. OF CALIFORNIA served in the United States Army. And he has I want to offer him a heartfelt thanks for his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES worked for 26 years for the San Bernardino constant efforts to build upon Crowley’s tradi- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 School District. All of his hard work and dedi- tion of excellence. Bill, I honor you, I honor Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, on Earth Day, cation to serving others has been shown by your devotion to the betterment of our commu- we celebrate an important milestone of the living his dream of working with state and local nity, and most importantly I thank you for your modern environmental movement in 1970, and dignitaries. He has been manied to Rena for lifetime of dedication to our wonderful home- we celebrate three decades of progress in 35 years. Together they have four children: town. protecting the environment. Thanks to the per- Ken, Alaina, James and Tom Tom, while Bar- f sistence and hard work of environmental bara is loved as well. Instilling the importance PERSONAL EXPLANATION champions from all walks of life, Americans of higher education he encouraged his chil- enjoy cleaner air and cleaner water than in dren to pursue college. He is also a grand- 1970. father of 14 and has a great-grandchild on the HON. XAVIER BECERRA Yet we still have far to go to achieve a sus- way. OF CALIFORNIA tainable approach to living on the Earth. We Dad, we love you. Don’t ever think for one IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES need leaders who have the vision to see that day that the things you do go unnoticed be- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 the fate of human beings and the environment cause not only does God see them, we do Mr. BECERRA. Mr. Speaker, on April 3 and are inextricably intertwined. We need leaders too.—Love, Your Kids. 4, I was unable to cast my votes on roll call who appreciate that with new ideas, new prac- f votes: No. 76 on motion to suspend the rules tices, and new technologies, we can enjoy prosperity and economic growth without sacri- A TRIBUTE TO MR. BILL and pass H.R. 768; No. 77 on motion to sus- ficing the environment. WILLIAMS pend the rules and agree to H. Res. 91; No. 78 on motion to suspend the rules and agree Instead, in his first 100 days in leadership, to H. Res. 56 as amended; No. 79 on motion President Bush has acted swiftly to roll back HON. CHRISTOPHER JOHN to suspend the rules and agree to H. Con. a series of initiatives to protect the environ- OF LOUISIANA Res. 66; No. 80 on agreeing to the resolution ment and human health: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES H. Res. 111; No 81 on motion to suspend the Arsenic. Revoked new regulations to reduce Tuesday, April 24, 2001 rules and pass H.R. 642 as amended; No. 82 the level of arsenic, a known carcinogen, in on agreeing to the substitute amendment to drinking water. Mr. JOHN. Mr. Speaker, each morning in Hard-rock mining. Dumped new regulations my hometown of Crowley, in the heart of H.R. 8 offered by Mr. RANGEL; No. 83 on mo- tion to recommit H.R. 8 with instructions; and that would make it tougher for mining compa- South Louisiana’s Cajun Country, residents nies to walk away from pollution caused by turn on the radio to a familiar sound. Between No. 84 on passage of H.R. 8. Had I been present for the votes, I would have voted mining. the classic melodies of the 1930s and 40s, lis- Global warning. Broke his campaign prom- teners are treated to their daily dose of local ‘‘yea’’ on roll call votes 76, 78, 79, 80, 81, 82, 83, and ‘‘nay’’ on roll call votes 77 and 84. ise to reduce emissions of carbon dioxide, the news, talk and happenings in and around the primary cause of global warming. Crowley area. In many households, this start f Kyoto protocol. Announced that the United to each new day is a family tradition. Young A TRIBUTE TO RHODA STAHL States—which has already signed the Kyoto and old alike tune in to AM 1450 in the early protocol to reduce greenhouse gas emis- hours of each morning to hear the voices of HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN sions—will withdraw from any further negotia- Bill Williams and Shel Kanter supply the local OF NEW YORK tions and will not seek ratification of the cli- news, school lunch menus, and the ever-pop- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mate change treaty. ular mystery quiz. Far from ordinary and al- National forests. Postponed rules to protect ways full of surprises, Bill and Shell truly are Tuesday, April 24, 2001 58 million acres in our national forests by pro- the ‘‘voices’’ of Crowley. Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today hibiting new roads, and is widely expected to Bill and his partner Shel have made the Bill to pay tribute to Rhoda Stahl on the celebra- try to overturn the new rules completely. Williams/Shel Kanter radio program a morning tion of her 90th birthday on Thursday, April 26, National monuments. Encouraged proposals staple. Forty-four years of continuous air time 2001. to change boundaries and loosen protections

VerDate 112000 05:30 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.114 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E619 against mining and logging operations in the This Administration is still living in the 20th ‘‘are much keener on managed trade than on new monuments. century when it comes to environmental free trade and more interested in income re- Energy efficiency. Scaled back regulations issues. It’s time to move into the 21st century. distribution and regulation than in the rooting to make air conditioners and heat pumps more Working together, we can make each Earth out of trade restrictions.’’ efficient—at a time when electricity is in short Day a celebration of progress, not a day of The professor’s comments are not unlike supply and prices are shooting up in California protest. those of the late economist Murray N. and around the country. Electricity generation f Rothbard, devotee of the methodologically-su- is a major contributor to air and water pollu- perior Austrian school, who, with respect to tion. TRIBUTE HONORING OFFICER DON NAFTA, had the following to say: In the new millennium, we must realize that WYBLE the environment is central to our lives. Be- [G]enuine free trade doesn’t require a trea- ty (or its deformed cousin, a ‘trade agree- cause of global warming, it is predicted that HON. SCOTT McINNIS ment’; NAFTA is called an agreement so it the oceans cold rise by as much as three feet OF COLORADO can avoid the constitutional requirement of in the period between 1990 and 2100. In San IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES approval by two-thirds of the Senate). If the Francisco, where the ocean is already prac- establishment truly wants free trade, all it tically lapping at our feet, it is daunting to think Tuesday, April 24, 2001 has to do is to repeal our numerous tariffs, about the damage the rising waters are likely Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to import quotas, anti-dumping laws, and other to cause to our peninsula. take this opportunity to honor Salida patrol- American-imposed restrictions of free trade. This Administration seeks 19th century solu- No foreign policy or foreign maneuvering in man, Don Wyble. On March 20, Don was necessary. tions to 21st century problems. The Adminis- named ‘‘Police Officer of the Year’’ for the tration’s policies on energy and global warm- 11th Judicial District for his outstanding work In truth, the bipartisan establishment’s fan- ing are a prime example. Faced with energy as a police officer during the past year. Don fare of ‘‘free trade’’ (and the impending re- shortages and high energy prices, the Admin- is the second Salida Police Officer to be rec- quest for fast track authority) fosters the oppo- istration advocates increased drilling for oil ognized as the ‘‘Officer of the Year.’’ site of genuine freedom of exchange. Where- and gas. Yesterday, the White House re- According to Salida Police Chief, Darwin as genuine free traders examine free markets affirmed its commitment to drilling in the Arctic Hibbs, Don was nominated for his work both from the perspective of the consumer (each National Wildlife Refuge, one of our priceless on and off duty. Don serves as the chairman individual), the mercantilist examines trade natural treasures. In the face of world-wide of the Chaffee County Adult Protection Team, from the perspective of the power elite; in concern about global warming, the Administra- which discusses the needs of elderly citizens other words, from the perspective of the big tion has renounced the climate change treaty. and then attempts to provide services. He also business in concert with big government. Gen- The Administration is responding to pres- serves as the police department’s liaison with uine free traders consider exports a means of sure from many companies in the electricity, Triad, a group dedicated to protecting the pub- paying for imports, in the same way that coal, oil, and gas industries to continue with lic from large scale scams. ‘‘I think Don rep- goods in general are produced in order to be business as usual. But instead of clinging to resents our department well. He has a tremen- sold to consumers. But the mercantilists want the energy policies of the past, the United dous work ethic and has always done a tre- to privilege the government business elite at States should lead the world in developing en- mendous job,’’ said Hibbs in a recent article the expense of all consumers, be they domes- ergy efficiency and renewable energy tech- from the Mountain Mail. tic or foreign. nologies. Don began his work with the police depart- Mr. Speaker, again I commend Mr. I salute business leaders who recognize the ment as a reserve in 1980. In 1988 he was Lemieux’s column and encourage the recogni- value of environmental protection. In fact, a upgraded to full-time code enforcement, and tion ‘‘that free trade is but the individual’s lib- number of major corporations have recognized erty to exchange across political borders.’’ the threat of global warming and are acting to then in the spring of 1990, Don was promoted to patrolman. ‘‘I have to be proud of the op- reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. But [From the Wall Street Journal, Apr. 24, 2001] sometimes the corporate sector needs a push portunity to represent Salida. This award is for all of the department, not just me. It takes all FREE TRADE DOESN’T REQUIRE TREATIES to adopted new technologies and new ways of (By Pierre Lemieux) thinking. We need political leaders who under- of us to get the job done.’’ Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I MONTREAL.—Three-quarters of a century stand this dynamic. before the Summit of the Americas convened No discussion of the environment is com- ask that we take this opportunity to thank Don for his service to the community of Salida, in Quebec City last weekend, John Maynard plete without focussing on environmental jus- Keynes marveled at globalization. ‘‘[T]he in- tice. Colorado. I know that Don will continue to pro- habitant of London could order by telephone, Environmental health will be a major human tect and serve his community for years to sipping his morning tea in bed, the various rights issue in the 21st century. Everyone has come. products of the whole earth. . . .’’ Keynes the right to live in an environment free of Don, your community, state and nation are wrote. ‘‘[H]e could at the same time and by deadly pollutants and toxic waste, and every proud of you! the same means adventure his wealth in the child has a right to be born free of exposure f natural resources and new enterprise of any quarter of the world. . . . [H]e could secure to toxic chemicals. But today, millions of FREE TRADE forthwith, if he wished, cheap and com- Americans are exposed to dangerous contami- fortable means of transit to any country or nants in our food, water, air, and even our climate without passport or other for- mother’s milk. Minority and low-income com- HON. RON PAUL mality.’’ munities are particularly vulnerable to environ- OF TEXAS The decades preceding World War I were a mental health hazards, since the factories and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES period of globalization that was at least as extensive as today’s. To the extent that the waste dumps that emit pollutants are often lo- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 cated near poor or minority communities that proposed Free Trade Area of the Americas have less political power. Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, I commend to the (FTAA) moves this continent to ward freer Last Thursday, President Bush announced attention of members an editorial appearing in trade, it would help recover the lost promise today’s Wall Street Journal which is headlined of the pre-1914 world. But the Quebec summit the United States would sign the treaty on sent conflicting messages, none of them rev- Persistent Organic Pollutants (POPs) that was ‘‘Free Trade Doesn’t Require Treaties’’. The olutionary. negotiated by the Clinton Administration. I am column is authored by Pierre Lemieux, a pro- The leaders of the 34 participating states delighted that the US will sign the POPs trea- fessor of economics at the University of Que- showed that they are much keener on man- ty, which will ban or phase out 12 pollutants bec. aged trade than on free trade, and more in- that are extremely hazardous to the health of Professor Lemieux seems to grasp quite terested in income redistribution and regula- humans and animals. But I note that the treaty well what few in Congress have come to un- tion than in the rooting out of trade restric- is supported by the chemical industry—so this derstand—that is, ‘‘The primary rationale for tions. ‘‘The creation of a free trade area is excellent decision did not require political free trade is not that exporters should gain not an end in itself,’’ said Canadian Prime Minister Jean Chre´tien. courage or vision. Furthermore, we should en- larger markets, but that consumers should With excruciating political correctness, he sure that new chemicals are safe to human have more choice—even if the former is a added: ‘‘We have focused on a global action health and the ecosystem before they become consequence of the latter.’’ Mr. Lemieux went plan of co-operation to reduce poverty, pro- pervasive in our air, water, food, and our bod- on to point out that the leaders of the 34 par- tect the environment, promote the adoption ies. ticipating states in the recent Quebec summit of labor standards and encourage corporate

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.118 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 E620 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 24, 2001 responsibility.’’ The participants’ ‘‘Plan of HONORING THE LATE DR. researching galaxies and quasars from the Action’’ contained measures that range from CHARLES TEISSIER FREY new Kitt Peak National Observatory. tobacco regulation and gun control to the Dr. Gilbert’s dream has always been to monitoring of financial transactions. teach, and that finally came true in 1980, What of the ‘‘no passport’’ world cele- HON. SCOTT McINNIS brated by Keynes? In Quebec, as at other OF COLORADO when a small liberal arts college in Colorado international trade meetings, state rep- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hired him and a group of distinguished col- resentatives behaved as agents of their coun- leagues to build their physics program, which try’s exporters. You give us this ‘‘conces- Tuesday, April 24, 2001 today is cutting edge. Dr. Gilbert has an un- sion,’’ they intone, and we will allow your Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great usual but highly successful style in his class- exporters to enter our markets in return. sadness that I ask this body to pause for a es. He has been known to show up as Isaac Yet this misrepresents grossly the nature of moment and pay respects to one of the great Newton, Galileo, or Albert Einstein. trade and a free economy. citizens of the Western Slope of Colorado. On Dr. Gilbert has continued to teach and do The primary rationale for free trade is not research while battling prostate cancer for the that exporters should gain larger markets, March 27, Dr. Charles Teissier Frey passed but that consumers should have more away. He was 83 years old. His passing is a last 10 years. ‘‘I’m told I have about three choice—even if the former is a consequence great loss to the community of Cedaredge, more years. I’ve been told that every other of the latter. By presenting themselves as Colorado. Dr. Frey is survived by his four year since 1992.’’ Despite all he has accom- members of an exporters’ club, trade nego- sons, Larry, Robert, William, Stephen, his five plished, his greatest gift is being a dad to his tiators lay themselves open to attack by grandchildren, wife Ada Lewis, and his sister, three kids, Beth, James, and Thomas. ‘‘It may those who claim that free trade only works Evelyn. be true. I don’t laugh at it. I don’t take it for to the benefit of corporations. Dr. Frey has been a member of the commu- granted. But I do know the roses have never Economists have known for centuries that nity since 1947. Before moving to Colorado, smelled sweeter.’’ free trade can be promoted without free- trade agreements. A country’s inhabitants Dr. Frey attended Tulane University and Lou- Mr. Speaker, Dr. Gilbert has done a lot for would obtain many of the advantages of free isiana State University Medical School where science, space exploration and his students. trade if only their own government would he learned to be a doctor. In 1942, he joined And despite having cancer, he is still giving it stop imposing restrictions on imports. Be- the U.S. Army as a physician. Dr. Frey was a his all in the classroom and with his family. I hind the veil of financial transactions, prod- member of the American Board of Family applaud, Gordon and all that he has accom- ucts are ultimately exchanged against prod- Practice and the American Academy of Family plished in his lifetime, and I want to thank him ucts, so that the more imports that come Physicians. He has been given numerous hon- and wish him all the best in the future. into a country, the more will foreign demand ors, awards and distinctions as well as the Na- grow for its exports. Or else, foreign export- f ers will have to invest in the country, there- tional Rural Health Practitioner of the Year for 1987. TRIBUTE TO COLORADO STATE by creating a trade deficit; nothing wrong SENATOR JIM DYER with that either. While in Cedaredge, Dr. Frey served on the In other words, if you want free trade, just Town Council for eight years. He also served trade. Much of the pre-World War I free trade as a volunteer with Project HOPE, were he HON. SCOTT McINNIS was, indeed, due to Britain’s unilateral free- worked on a Navajo Reservation in Belize, OF COLORADO trade policies. British Honduras and Taiwan. He was also a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Trade agreements are only helpful to the member of the Cedaredge Community Tuesday, April 24, 2001 extent that they help tame domestic pro- Church. ducers’ interests, support the primacy of In the late 60’s, Dr. Frey gathered a group Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker. I would like to consumers, and lock-in the gains from trade. take this opportunity to thank Colorado State Such treaties should not aim at reducing of acquaintances and friends to arrange fund- competition by pursuing other goals, of the ing for a nursing home which would be dedi- Senator Jim Dyer of Durango for his years of sort embraced by the heads of state at Que- cated to maximum service and minimum profit. service to the State of Colorado and to wish bec. That would amount to no more than For 15 years the Horizons Nursing Home paid him good luck in his new position. Senator managed trade, the pursuit of which, para- no dividends and no fees to the Board of Di- Dyer has accepted a nomination by Colorado doxically, might be said to unite both the rectors, while serving seniors admirably. Governor Bill Owens to join the Colorado Pub- leaders present and the mobs demonstrating Mr. Speaker, the community of Cedaredge lic Utilities Commission. Although the State against them. and Dr. Frey’s family will miss him greatly. He Senate will miss Jim greatly, I know that Jim’s William Watson, a Canadian economist, leadership and service to the State of Colo- has noted in the Financial Post that the has done so much for the community, that’s demonstrators who don’t trust governments why I would to take a moment and honor Dr. rado will continue with the PUC. to negotiate free trade come, contradic- Charles Teissier Frey. He is a great American Senator Dyer has been a member of the torily, from political constituencies gen- and distinguished Coloradoan who will be State Legislature for 15 years serving in the erally known for their blind faith in govern- greatly missed. House for 12 years and the Senate for 3 ment. As for the small group of anarchists, f years. He was first elected to the House in they apparently do not realize that closed 1986, and then in 1998 he was elected to the borders, and the prohibition of capitalist TRIBUTE HONORING DOCTOR state Senate. He served as the chair of Agri- acts between consenting adults, actually in- GORDON GILBERT culture and Natural Resources Committee, as crease state power. well as on the Veterans and Military Relations On one stretch of Saturday’s march, dem- onstrators wore large bar codes taped to HON. SCOTT McINNIS Committee and the Transportaiton Committee. their mouths, as if free trade meant turning OF COLORADO ‘‘I think we’ve all been served well by Jim. Re- them into speechless numbers. How droll! IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gardless of the fact we’re of different political These demonstrators were certainly, and parties, he’s a good friend of mine. . . . Jim perhaps proudly, carrying in their wallets Tuesday, April 24, 2001 has always taken a strong stance for us lo- government-imposed Social Security num- Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to cally. Jim has never lost the viewpoint that bers, drivers’ licenses and Medicare cards, take a moment and pay special tribute to a small government is important to the process,’’ which, surely, have made them numbered very special person. Doctor Gordon Gilbert, a said County Commissioner Fred Klatt. state cattle. Another fabulous irony: Amer- ican would-be demonstrators complained professor of physics at Mesa State College for Senator Dyer has also had a distinguished about being denied entry into Canada, while over 20 years who has seen and done a lot career in the military. Senator Dyer served in their entire message is predicated on tighter in his lifetime. It is with this life of service that the U.S. Navy from 1959Ð1964 and the U.S. borders. I would now like to recognize. Marines from 1964Ð1979 with three tours of Once we realize that free trade is but the After receiving his masters degree from the duty in Vietnam. During his years in the mili- individual’s liberty to exchange across polit- Massachusetts Institute of Technology, Dr. Gil- tary, Senator Dyer was recognized with the ical borders, it is easy to see that forbidding bert went on to work for the Apollo Space Soldiers Medal, three Bronze Stars, the Air it requires punishment or threats of punish- Project at NASA. He was part of the team in- Medal, the Gallantry Cross with Palm (Repub- ment. You have to fine or jail the importer who doesn’t abide by trade restrictions. In volved with the lunar landing. When that pro- lic of Vietnam), and the Order of Military Merit FTAA debates as in other trade issues, a gram finished, he went back to MIT to earn his (Republic of Korea). source of much confusion is the failure to re- doctorate. When he finished school, the Uni- In his spare time, Senator Dyer is involved alize that free trade is a consequence of indi- versity of Arizona offered him a faculty posi- as a member of the VFW, the American Le- vidual sovereignty. tion, where he spent 10 years observing and gion, the National Rifle Association, and the

VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A24AP8.121 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E621 Durango Historical Society. ‘‘I feel he has HONORING OMI, WINNER OF THE M. Stevenson, a Gunnison resident and state been a very fine Senator and represented our MALCOLM BALDRIGE AWARD senator for the district, introduced a bill in the area very well. He has always been respon- Colorado General Assembly. sive to our needs and responsive when he HON. SCOTT McINNIS The cornerstone for the Normal School could do things for us at the state level,’’ said OF COLORADO building was laid in October of 1910 with the Mayor Jim Shepard. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES first classes beginning in September of 1911. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this oppor- A total of 13 students attended classes taught tunity to congratulate Senator Jim Dyer on his Tuesday, April 24, 2001 by ten professors. In 1923 the college’s name new position and wish his good luck in the fu- Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to was changed to Western State College and it ture. He will be missed in the state legislature. take this opportunity to congratulate, Oper- became a liberal arts college. Over the years Mr. Speaker, Senator Dyer is a person of ations Management International, Inc., one of Western has earned a reputation as a College high integrity and honor. I consider it a privi- the 2000 Malcolm Baldrige National Quality whose faculty care deeply about teaching and lege to have known and worked with him. Award winners. President Clinton presented working closely with the students. Jim has served the State of Colorado well in the Malcolm Baldrige award to OMI. The Western State College has developed the state Senate and I know he will continue award, first presented in 1988, recognizes US strong academic programs in many areas and that record of leadership in his new capacity companies for business performance excel- have attracted faculty with degrees from all with the Colorado Public Utilities Commission. lence and competitive improvement. It is the over the world. Western’s biology program has f highest-level quality award given in the U.S. received a ‘‘Program of Excellence’’ award The Baldrige Award evaluates organizations from the Colorado Commission on Higher TRIBUTE TO SENATOR GINETTE on seven performance excellence criteria: Education. In 1975, Western’s Water Work- (GIGI) DENNIS leadership, strategic planning, customer and shop began, and continues to attract partici- market focus, information and analysis and pants from around this region to work on one HON. SCOTT McINNIS human resource focus. This award recognizes of west’s most pressing issues. OF COLORADO organizations that play a major role in ener- Western has recently opened a state of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gizing our nation’s economy and quality of life. art $9 million science building, making it one Tuesday, April 24, 2001 OMI uses these criteria as a cornerstone for of the most sophisticated science facilities in its ‘‘Obsessed With Quality’’ process. OMI is the state. Its athletic department has placed in Mr. MCINNIS Mr. Speaker, I would like to an employee-owned global leader in the man- the top 10 nationally over the past few years take this opportunity to thank Colorado State agement of water, wastewater and utility sys- in the Sears Cup for outstanding Division II Senator Gigi Dennis for her years of service to tems. schools. the State of Colorado and to wish her good This is the first time that a water treatment Mr. Speaker, for 100 years, Western State luck in her new position. Senator Gigi has company has won the Baldrige Award. OMI College has continued to excel in its edu- served in the Colorado State Senate since operates and maintains more than 160 public cational mission. I would like Congress to 1995, but is resigning at the end of the month and private sector wastewater and water treat- praise the institution for its outstanding accom- to accepted an appointment from President ment facilities in 29 states and eight countries. plishments and wish it continued success and George W. Bush to become the Colorado Di- Their primary services are processing raw another 100 years of excellence. rector of the Department of Agriculture’s Office wastewater to produce clean, environmentally f of Rural Development. ‘‘I’m proud of her,’’ said safe effluent and processing raw groundwater her husband Dean Dennis. ‘‘I’m proud of her and surface water to produce clean, safe TRIBUTE HONORING THE WINERY accomplishments.’’ I know that Gigi’s friends drinking water. and neighbors in south-central Colorado, her ‘‘OMI began its quality journey in 1990 when HON. SCOTT McINNIS colleagues in the Colorado legislature, and we initiated our ‘Obsessed with Quality’ proc- OF COLORADO elected officials all across Colorado—including ess. Winning the Baldrige Award dem- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES me—share Dean’s sentiments. We are all onstrates how our quality process continues to Tuesday, April 24, 2001 proud of Gigi! positively affect the millions of lives our people Senator Dennis has held numerous posi- touch . . . My thanks to all OMI associates for Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to tions of real significance during her seven a job well done,’’ said OMI President Don S. recognize two of Grand Junction’s leading res- years in office, including Vice Chair of the Evans. taurateurs and an outstanding dining estab- Transportation Committee, a Member of the Mr. Speaker, OMI is helping our economy lishment. After 28 years, Winery owner Frank Legislative Council and Chairman of the Ma- grow and is setting an example for other busi- Bering is retiring from the business, turning jority Caucus. Senator Dennis also served as nesses to follow. I want to thank them and over the reins to Chris Blackburn who recently the Rio Grande County Republican Secretary. congratulate them for their continued success. purchased this long-time staple of Main Street Additionally, she served as a member of the f eateries. I would now like to pay tribute to State Accountability Commission on Edu- both of these outstanding individuals and a cation, and the Vice Chairman of the Edu- HONORING THE 100TH ANNIVER- wonderful restaurant known throughout west- cation Committee (NCSL). SARY OF WESTERN STATE COL- ern Colorado—The Winery. Senator Dennis summed up her feelings like LEGE Frank founded The Winery 28 years ago this: ‘‘This resignation is not like walking away after he moved to the Western Slope from from my constituents, but creating a bigger cir- HON. SCOTT McINNIS Chicago. Frank decided Grand Junction need- cle of people I can impact through this office. OF COLORADO ed a good restaurant after he ordered a glass In the end, it doesn’t make any difference who IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of red wine, which was served chilled instead gets the credit or who wins the fight. . .but of room temperature. With the help of Grand whether Colorado citizens are better off for Tuesday, April 24, 2001 Junction residents, Frank opened The Winery. what we do. I’m extremely honored that Presi- Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to ‘‘I’m bittersweet about it, but I’m going on to a dent Bush has selected me for this position. take this opportunity to wish Western State new life,’’ Frank said in a recent Grand Junc- This is another terrific opportunity to continue College in Gunnison, Colorado a happy 100th tion Daily Sentinel story about leaving the to help the State of Colorado, particularly the birthday. Since 1901 Western State College business. rural areas that I’ve represented over the has been a model of excellence. It is that Frank’s restaurant did very well, thanks both years.’’ record of achievement that I would now like to to great food and the oil and uranium boom of Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this oppor- honor. the late 70’s and early 80’s. It was then that tunity to congratulate Senator Gigi Dennis on On April 16, 2001, then Governor James B. Frank decided to open up G.B. Gladstone’s, her new position and wish her good luck in the Orman signed a bill creating the Colorado and managed to keep it going through the future. She will be missed in the state legisla- State Normal School at Gunnison. This bill economic bust of the 80’s. My good friend ture. was a victory for the citizens of Gunnison, who Chris Blackburn, who recently bought Glad- Gigi has served the State of Colorado well would claim the first college west of the divide. stone’s as well, views Frank as a pioneer who in the state Senate and I know she will con- This was the culmination of years of work on saw potential where no one else did. Accord- tinue that record of leadership in her new ca- the part of Gunnison area citizens. Early ef- ing to John Moss, another restaurant owner pacity with the Department of Agriculture. forts for a college came in 1885 when Archie and personal friend of mine, Frank did more

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VerDate 112000 05:12 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K24AP8.008 pfrm04 PsN: E24PT1 Tuesday, April 24, 2001 Daily Digest Senate posed budget estimates for fiscal year 2002 for the Chamber Action Central Utah Project (CUP) Completion Act and the Routine Proceedings, pages S3797–S3866 Bureau of Reclamation of the Department of the In- Measures Introduced: Thirteen bills and three reso- terior, after receiving testimony from J. William lutions were introduced, as follows: S. 758–770, S.J. McDonald, Regional Director, Pacific Northwest Re- Res. 13, S. Res. 72, and S. Con. Res. 33. gion, Bureau of Reclamation, and J. Ronald John- Pages S3851–52 ston, Program Director, CUP Completion Act Of- fice, both of the Department of the Interior. Measures Reported: S. 763, to amend the Internal Revenue Code of APPROPRIATIONS—INTERIOR 1986 to allow tax-free expenditures from education Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Interior individual retirement accounts for elementary and concluded hearings on proposed budget estimates for secondary school expenses, to increase the maximum fiscal year 2002 for the Department of the Interior, annual amount of contributions to such accounts. (S. after receiving testimony from Gale A. Norton, Sec- Rept. No. 107–12) Page S3851 retary of the Interior, who was accompanied by sev- Measures Passed: eral of her associates. Printing Authority: Committee on Rules and APPROPRIATIONS—ARMY CORPS OF Administration was discharged from further consid- ENGINEERS eration of H. Con. Res. 66, authorizing the printing of a revised and updated version of the House docu- Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Energy ment entitled ‘‘Women in Congress, 1917–1990’’, and Water Development concluded hearings on pro- and the resolution was then agreed to. Page S3866 posed budget estimates for fiscal year 2002 for the Army Corps of Engineers, after receiving testimony Executive Communications: Pages S3848–51 from Claudia L. Tornblom, Acting Deputy Assistant Statements on Introduced Bills: Pages S3855–64 Secretary of the Army for Management and Budget/ Additional Cosponsors: Pages S3852–55 Office of the Assistant Secretary of the Army for Civil Works; and Lt. Gen. Robert B. Flowers, USA, Additional Statements: Pages S3845–47 Commander/Chief of Engineers, Maj. Gen. Hans A. Notices of Hearings: Page S3865 Van Winkle, USA, Deputy Commanding General Authority for Committees: Pages S3865–66 for Civil Works, and Rob Vining, Chief, Programs Management Division, Directorate of Civil Works, Privileges of the Floor: Page S3866 all of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. Adjournment: Senate met at 9:30 a.m., and ad- journed at 6:05 p.m., until 9:30 a.m., on Wednes- BUSINESS MEETING day, April 25, 2001. (For Senate’s program, see the Committee on Armed Services: Committee met in closed remarks of the Acting Majority Leader in today’s session to consider certain pending nominations. Record on page S3866.) NOMINATIONS Committee Meetings Committee on Armed Services: Committee concluded hearings on the nominations of Dov S. Zakheim, of (Committees not listed did not meet) Maryland, to be Under Secretary (Comptroller), Charles S. Abell, of Virginia, to be Assistant Sec- APPROPRIATIONS—BUREAU OF retary for Force Management Policy, and Victoria RECLAMATION Clarke, of Maryland, to be Assistant Secretary for Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Energy Public Affairs, all of the Department of Defense. Mr. and Water Development concluded hearings on pro- Zakheim was introduced by Senator Reed, Mr. Abell D340

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Weinstein, Acting Di- and to receive an update on the status of recruiting rector, Office of Safety Recommendations and Ac- and retention goals, after receiving testimony from complishments, National Transportation Safety Lt. Gen. Timothy J. Maude, USA, Deputy Chief of Board; Flaura Koplin Winston, University of Penn- Staff for Personnel; Vice Adm. Norbert R. Ryan, Jr., sylvania School of Medicine, Philadelphia, on behalf USN, Chief of Naval Personnel; Maj. Gen. Terrance of the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia; Kyran P. P. Murray, USMC, Acting Deputy Chief of Staff for Quinlan, University of Chicago Department of Pedi- Manpower and Reserve Affairs; Lt. Gen. Donald L. atrics, Chicago, Illinois; Judith Lee Stone, Advocates Peterson, USAF, Deputy Chief of Staff for Personnel; for Highway and Auto Safety, and Heather Paul, na- Maj. Gen. Dennis D. Cavin, USA, Commander, tional Safe Kids Campaign, both of Washington, United States Army Recruiting Command; Rear D.C.; Adrian K. Lund, Insurance Institute for High- Adm. George E. Voelker, USN, Commander, United way Safety, Arlington, Virginia; James Vondale, States Navy Recruiting Command; Maj. Gen. Gary Ford Motor Company, Dearborn, Michigan; Tom L. Parks, USMC, Commander, United States Marine Baloga, Britax Child Safety, Inc., Charlotte, North Corps Recruiting Command; Brig. Gen. Paul Carolina; and Autumn Alexander Skeen, Walla Hankins, USAF, Commandant, Air Force Officer Ac- Walla, Washington. cession and Training Schools, Maxwell AFB; and SFC Lindsey Streeter, USA, YNI (SW/AW) Sherry NASA AERONAUTICAL RESEARCH Strothers, USN, GSgt. Alexander Rodriguez, USMC, Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Sub- and Senior Airman Eric Ramos Rodriguez, all En- committee on Science, Technology, and Space held listed Recruiters. hearings to examine the National Aeronautics and BUSINESS MEETING Space Administration’s aeronautics research program Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: funding requirements, receiving testimony from Sen- ator Warner; Representative Goode; Daniel S. Committee ordered favorably reported S. 206, to re- Goldin, Administrator, and Jeremiah F. Creedon, peal the Public Utility Holding Company Act of Director, Langley Research Center, both of the Na- 1935, to enact the Public Utility Holding Company tional Aeronautics and Space Administration; Ed- Act of 2001, with amendments. ward M. Bolen, General Aviation Manufacturers As- NOMINATIONS sociation, Washington, D.C.; Dennis Deel, Lockheed Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: Martin Space Systems Company, New Orleans, Lou- Committee concluded hearings on the nominations isiana; Roy V. Harris, Jr., NASA Aeronautics Sup- of Grant D. Aldonas, of Virginia, to be Under Sec- port Team, Hampton, Virginia; and David O. Swain, retary for International Trade, Kenneth I. Juster, of Boeing Company, Seattle, Washington. the District of Columbia, to be Under Secretary for Hearings recessed subject to call. Export Administration, Maria Cino, of Virginia, to MEDICARE REFORM AND PRESCRIPTION be Assistant Secretary and Director General of the DRUGS United States and Foreign Commercial Service, all of the Department of Commerce, and Robert Glenn Committee on Finance: Committee continued hearings Hubbard, of New York, to be a Member of the to examine prescription drug options currently avail- Council of Economic Advisers, after the nominees able to Medicare beneficiaries and necessary reforms testified and answered questions in their own behalf. to expand prescription drug coverage, receiving testi- Ms. Cino was introduced by Senators Santorum and mony from Steven M. Coppock, Hewitt Associates, Schumer, and Mr. Hubbard was introduced by Sen- Rowayton, Connecticut; Karen M. Ignagni, Amer- ator Schumer. ican Association of Health Plans, Deborah J. Chollet, Mathematica Policy Research, Inc., and Raymond C. CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY Scheppach, National Governors Association, all of Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Sub- Washington, D.C.; and Stephen Crystal, Rutgers committee on Consumer Affairs, Foreign Commerce, University Institute for Health, Health Care Policy, and Tourism concluded hearings to examine what and Aging Research, New Brunswick, New Jersey. measure may be needed to improve child passenger Hearings recessed subject to call.

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SMALL BUSINESS RIGHTS Protection Agency; Margaret F. Hayes, Assistant Committee on Small Business: Committee held hearings General Counsel for Fisheries, National Oceanic and to examine the Small Business Regulatory Enforce- Atmospheric Administration, Department of Com- ment Fairness Act and the protection of small busi- merce; Todd McCracken, National Small Business ness rights, receiving testimony from Victor United, Washington, D.C.; Tim Kalinowski, Foam Rezendes, Managing Director, Strategic Issues Team, Supplies, Inc., Earth City, Missouri; Paul J. Corey, General Accounting Office; Shawne Carter Paul J. Corey Painting and Decorating, Dedham, McGibbon, Acting Director, Interagency Affairs, Of- Massachusetts, on behalf of the Painting and Deco- fice of Advocacy, U.S. Small Business Administra- rating Contractors of America; and Hubert Potter, tion; Thomas J. Gibson, Associate Administrator for Hobucken, North Carolina. Policy, Economics and Innovation, Environmental Hearings recessed subject to call. h House of Representatives New Jersey, as a unit of the National Park System Chamber Action (H. Rept. 107–47); Bills Introduced: 38 public bills, H.R. 1540–1577; H.R. 309, to provide for the determination of 2 private bills, H.R. 1578–1579; and 4 resolutions, withholding tax rates under the Guam income tax H. Con. Res 105 and H. Res. 120–122, were intro- (H. Rept. 107–48); duced. Pages H1554–56 H. Res. 118, providing for consideration of H.J. Reports Filed: Reports were filed as follows: Res. 41, proposing an amendment to the Constitu- Filed on April 20, H.R. 503, to amend title 18, tion of the United States with respect to tax limita- United States Code, and the Uniform Code of Mili- tions (H. Rept. 107–49); and tary Justice to protect unborn children from assault H. Res. 119, providing for consideration of H.R. and murder, amended (H. Rept. 107–42, Pt. 1); 503, to amend title 18, United States Code, and the Filed on April 20, H.J. Res. 41, proposing an Uniform Code of Military Justice to protect unborn amendment to the Constitution of the United States children from assault and murder (H. Rept. with respect to tax limitations, amended (H. Rept. 107–50). Page H1554 107–43); Guest Chaplain: The prayer was offered by the Filed on April 20, H.R. 1209, to amend the Im- Guest Chaplain, Rev. Michael Cronin of Winona, migration and Nationality Act to determine whether Minnesota. Page H1501 an alien is a child, for purposes of classification as an immediate relative, based on the age of the alien United States—China Security Review Commis- on the date the classification petition with respect to sion: The Chair announced the Speaker’s appoint- the alien is filed, amended (H. Rept. 107–45); ment of Mr. Stephen D. Bryen of Maryland, Ms. Filed on April 20, H.R. 863, to provide grants to June Teufel Dreyer of Florida, and Mr. James R. ensure increased accountability for juvenile offenders, Lilley of Maryland to the United States—China Se- amended (H. Rept. 107–46); curity Review Commission. Page H1502 Filed on April 20, H.R. 392, for the relief of Suspensions: The House agreed to suspend the rules Nancy B. Wilson, amended (H. Rept. 107–44); and pass the following measures: Filed on April 20, H.R. 1209, to amend the Im- Taiwan Participation in the World Health Or- migration and Nationality Act to determine whether ganization: H.R. 428, amended, concerning the par- an alien is a child, for purposes of classification as ticipation of Taiwan in the World Health Organiza- an immediate relative, based on the age of the alien tion (passed by a yea-and-nay vote of 407 yeas with on the date the classification petition with respect to none voting ‘‘nay’’, Roll No. 86); and the alien is filed (H. Rept. 107–45); Pages H1503–06, H1515–16 Filed on April 20, H.R. 863, to provide grants to ensure increased accountability for juvenile offenders, Increase the Peace Day: H. Res. 113, urging the amended (H. Rept. 107–46); House of Representatives to support events such as H.R. 146, to authorize the Secretary of the Inte- the ‘‘Increase the Peace Day.’’ Pages H1506–07 rior to study the suitability and feasibility of desig- Budget Resolution for Fiscal Year 2002: The nating the Great Falls Historic District in Paterson, House disagreed with the Senate amendment to H.

VerDate 11-MAY-2000 04:42 Apr 25, 2001 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D24AP1.REC pfrm04 PsN: D24AP1 April 24, 2001 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST D343 Con. Res. 83, establishing the congressional budget Affairs held a hearing on ‘‘Paperwork Inflation—Past for the United States Government for fiscal year Failures and Future Plans.’’ Testimony was heard 2002, revising the congressional budget for the from Charles O. Rossotti, Commissioner, IRS, De- United States Government for fiscal year 2001, and partment of the Treasury; J. Christopher Mihm, Di- setting forth appropriate budgetary levels for each of rector, Governmentwide Management Issues, GAO; fiscal years 2003 through 2011 and agreed to a con- Austin Smythe, Executive Associate Director, OMB; ference. Pages H1507–15 and public witnesses. Subsequently appointed as conferees: Chairman OVERSIGHT Nussle and Representatives Nussle and Spratt. Page H1515 Committee on the Judiciary: Subcommittee on the Con- By a yea-and-nay vote of 200 yeas to 207 nays, stitution held an oversight hearing on ‘‘State and Roll No. 85, rejected the Spratt motion to instruct Local Implementation of Existing Charitable Choice conferees to (1) increase the funding for education in Programs.’’ Testimony was heard from public wit- the House resolution to provide for the maximum nesses. feasible funding; (2) provide that the costs of cov- UNBORN VICTIMS OF VIOLENCE ACT erage for prescription drugs under Medicare not be Committee on Rules: Granted, by voice vote, a modi- taken from the surplus of the Federal Hospital Insur- fied closed rule providing two hours of debate on ance Trust Fund; (3) increase the funding provided H.R. 503, Unborn Victims of Violence Act of 2001. for Medicare prescription drug coverage to the level The rule provides that the amendment printed in set by the Senate amendment; and (4) insist that the the Rules Committee report shall be considered as on-budget surplus set forth in the resolution for any adopted. The rule makes in order the amendment fiscal year not be less than the surplus of the Federal printed in the Congressional Record and numbered Hospital Insurance Trust Fund for that fiscal year. 1, if offered by Representative Lofgren of California Pages H1507–15 or her designee, which shall be considered as read Recess: The House recessed at 2:40 p.m. and recon- and shall be separately debatable for one hour equal- vened at 5:07 p.m. Page H1507 ly divided and controlled by the proponent and an Senate Messages: Message received from the Senate opponent. Finally, the rule provides one motion to appears on page H1501. recommit with or without instructions. Testimony Quorum Calls Votes: Two yea-and-nay votes devel- was heard from Chairman Sensenbrenner. oped during the proceedings of the House today and TAX LIMITATIONS—CONSTITUTIONAL appear on pages H1514–15 and H1515–16. There AMENDMENT were no quorum calls. Committee on Rules: Granted, by voice vote, a modi- Adjournment: The House met at 12:30 p.m. and fied closed rule providing two hours of debate on adjourned at 10:57 p.m. H.J. Res. 41, proposing an amendment to the Con- stitution of the United States with respect to tax Committee Meetings limitations. The rule provides for an amendment in the nature of a substitute printed in the Congres- LABOR, HHS AND EDUCATION sional Record if offered by the Minority Leader or APPROPRIATIONS his designee, which shall be considered as read and Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Labor, shall be separately debatable for one hour equally di- Health and Human Services and Education, held a vided and controlled by the proponent and an oppo- hearing on Howard University, Gallaudet University, nent. Finally, the rule provides one motion to re- National Technical Institute for the Deaf and Amer- commit with or without instructions. Testimony was ican Printing House for the Blind. Testimony was heard from Chairman Sensenbrenner. heard from H. Patrick Swygert, President, Howard OVERSIGHT—COMBATING TERRORISM University; I. King Jordan, President, Gallaudet University; Robert R. Davila, Vice President, Na- Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure: Sub- tional Technical Institute for the Deaf; and Tuck committee on Economic Development, Public Build- Tinsley, President, American Printing House for the ings and Emergency Management and the Sub- Blind. committee on National Security, Veteran’s Affairs and International Relations of the Committee on PAPERWORK INFLATION—PAST FAILURES Government Reform held a joint oversight hearing AND FUTURE PLANS on Combating Terrorism: Options to Improve the Committee on Government Reform: Subcommittee on Federal Response, focusing on the following bills: Energy Policy, Natural Resources and Regulatory H.R. 525, Preparedness Against Domestic Terrorism

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Government and Public Administration, Congres- Subcommittee on Consumer Affairs, Foreign Com- sional Research Service, Library of Congress; Gen. merce, and Tourism, to hold hearings to examine west Charles G. Boyd, USAF (Ret.), Executive Director, coast gas prices in comparison to other parts of the coun- U.S. Commission on National Security for the 21st try, 2:30 p.m., SR–253. Century; and public witnesses. Committee on Finance: to hold hearings to examine PATIENT PROTECTIONS IN MANAGED Medicare and social security benefits relative to prisoners, CARE fugitives, the deceased and other ineligibles, 10 a.m., SD–215. Committee on Ways and Means: Subcommittee on Committee on Foreign Relations: to hold hearings on the Health held a hearing on Patient Protections in nomination of Andrew S. Natsios, of Massachusetts, to be Managed Care. Testimony was heard from public Administrator of the United States Agency for Inter- witnesses. national Development, 10:30 a.m., SD–419. f Full Committee, to hold hearings on the nomination of Lincoln P. Bloomfield, Jr., of Virginia, to be Assistant COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR WEDNESDAY, Secretary of State (Political-Military Affairs); the nomina- APRIL 25, 2001 tion of Paula J. Dobriansky, of Virginia, to be Under Sec- retary of State (Global Affairs); and the nomination of (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) Richard Nathan Haass, of Maryland, for the rank of Am- Senate bassador during his tenure of Service as Director, Policy Planning Staff, Department of State, 2 p.m., SD–419. Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry: to hold Committee on the Judiciary: to hold hearings to examine hearings on agricultural trade issues, 9:30 a.m., certain issues surrounding the use of polygraphs, 10 a.m., SR–328A. SD–226. Committee on Appropriations: Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services, and Education, to hold hear- House ings on proposed budget estimates for fiscal year 2002 for the Department of Health and Human Services, 9 a.m., Committee on Agriculture, to continue hearings on Fed- SD–124. eral Farm Commodity Programs, 10 a.m., 1300 Long- Subcommittee on VA, HUD, and Independent Agen- worth. cies, to hold hearings on proposed budget estimates for Subcommittee on Conservation, Credit, Rural Develop- fiscal year 2002 for the Corporation for National and ment, hearing to review energy supply and demand issues Community Service and the Neighborhood Reinvestment affecting the agricultural sector of the U.S. economy, 2 Corporation, 10 a.m., SD–138. p.m., 1300 Longworth. Subcommittee on Defense, to hold hearings on chem- Committee on Appropriations, Subcommittee on Agri- ical demilitarization, 10 a.m., SD–192. culture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administra- Subcommittee on Agriculture, Rural Development, and tion and Related Agencies, on Budget Overview and For- Related Agencies, to hold hearings on proposed budget eign Agricultural Service (International Programs), 9:30 estimates for fiscal year 2002 for the Department of Agri- a.m., 2362–A Rayburn. culture, 1:30 p.m., SD–138. Subcommittee on Commerce, Justice, State and Judici- Committee on Armed Services: Subcommittee on Strategic, ary, on Members of Congress, 10 a.m., H–309 Capitol. to hold hearings on proposed legislation authorizing Subcommittee on Defense, executive, on NSA, 9:30 funds for fiscal year 2002 for the Department of Defense a.m., H–405 Capitol. and the Future Years Defense Program, focusing on the Subcommittee on Energy and Water Development, on National Nuclear Security Administration, 2:30 p.m., U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, 10 a.m., 2362–B Capitol. SR–232A. Subcommittee on Interior, on the Secretary of the Inte- Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: Sub- rior, 10 a.m., B–308 Rayburn. committee on Housing and Transportation, to hold hear- Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human Services ings to examine the Department of Housing and Urban and Education, on the Secretary of Education, 10 a.m., Development’s program, budget, and management prior- 2358 Rayburn. ities for fiscal year 2002, 10 a.m., SD–538. Subcommittee on Transportation, on the Secretary of Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: to Transportation, 10 a.m., 2358 Rayburn. hold hearings on the nomination of Brenda L. Becker, of Subcommittee on Treasury, Postal Service and General Virginia, to be an Assistant Secretary of Commerce for Government, on U.S. Customs Service, 10 a.m., and on

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Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms, 2 p.m., part of the Bull Run Watershed Management Unit, Or- H–143 Capitol. egon; H.R. 434, to direct the Secretary of Agriculture to Subcommittee on VA, HUD and Independent Agen- enter into a cooperative agreement to provide for reten- cies, on the Department of Veterans Affairs, 9:30 a.m., tion, maintenance, and operation, at private expense, of 2359 Rayburn. the 18 concrete dams and weirs located within the Committee on Energy and Commerce, hearing H.R. 1542, boundaries of the Emigrant Wilderness in the Stanlislaus Internet Freedom and Broadband Deployment Act of National Forest, California; and H.R. 451, to make cer- 2001, 10 a.m., 2123 Rayburn. tain adjustments to the boundaries of the Mount Nebo Committee on Financial Services, Subcommittee on Inter- Wilderness Area, 3 p.m., 1334 Longworth. national Monetary Policy and Trade, hearing on U.S. Pol- Committee on Science, hearing on Proposed R&D Budget icy towards the African Development Bank and the Afri- for 2002, 10 a.m., 2318 Rayburn. can Development Fund, 1:30 p.m., 2128 Rayburn. Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, Sub- Committee on Government Reform, hearing on ‘‘Autism— committee on Aviation, oversight hearing on FAA’s Ca- Why the Increased Rates?—A One Year Update,’’ 11 pacity Benchmarks, 2 p.m., 2167 Rayburn. a.m., 2154 Rayburn. Subcommittee on Railroads, oversight hearing on Rail- Committee on House Administration, hearing on Election road Infrastructure Policy, 10 a.m., 2167 Rayburn. Reform, 10 a.m., 1310 Longworth. Committee on Ways and Means, to mark up H.R. 10, Committee on International Relations, Subcommittee on Comprehensive Retirement Security and Pension Reform East Asia and the Pacific, hearing on After Hainan: Next Act of 2001, 10 a.m., 1100 Longworth. Steps for US–China Relations, 10 a.m., 2172 Rayburn. Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, executive, brief- Subcommittee on Europe, hearing on The U.S.-Euro- ing on Hot Spots, 2 p.m., H–405 Capitol. pean Relationship: Opportunities and Challenges, 1:45 p.m., 2172 Rayburn. Joint Meetings Committee on Resources, Subcommittee on Energy and Conference: meeting of conferees on H. Con. Res. 83, es- Mineral Resources, oversight hearing on ‘‘BLM and Forest tablishing the congressional budget for the United States Service Oil and Gas Permitting,’’ 2 p.m., 1324 Long- Government for fiscal year 2002, revising the congres- worth. sional budget for the United States Government for fiscal Subcommittee on Forests and Forest Health, hearing year 2001, and setting forth appropriate budgetary levels on the following bills: H.R. 427, to provide further pro- for each of fiscal years 2003 through 2011, 2:30 p.m., tections for the watershed of the Little Sandy River as S–301, Capitol.

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 9:30 a.m., Wednesday, April 25 10 a.m., Wednesday, April 25

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Wednesday: After the recognition of two Program for Wednesday: Consideration of H.J. Res. 41, Senators for speeches and the transaction of any morning Tax Limitation Constitutional Amendment (modified business (not to extend beyond 11 a.m.), Senate may closed rule, two hours of debate). begin consideration of S. 1, to extend programs and ac- tivities under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act of 1965.

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Inslee, Jay, Wash., E599 Ney, Robert W., Ohio, E604, E605, E606 John, Christopher, La., E618 Oxley, Michael G., Ohio, E605 Ackerman, Gary L., N.Y., E613, E618 Kanjorski, Paul E., Pa., E606 Paul, Ron, Tex., E619 Baca, Joe, Calif., E617 Kaptur, Marcy, Ohio, E611 Pelosi, Nancy, Calif., E614, E618 Baker, Richard H., La., E612 Kennedy, Patrick J., R.I., E596, E606 Rahall, Nick J., II, W.Va., E617 Baldwin, Tammy, Wisc., E598 Kleczka, Gerald D., Wisc., E608 Reynolds, Thomas M., N.Y., E593 Becerra, Xavier, Calif., E618 Kucinich, Dennis J., Ohio, E590, E592 Rothman, Steven R., N.J., E605, E610, E612, E613 Berman, Howard L., Calif., E589, E592 LaFalce, John J., N.Y., E607 Scarborough, Joe, Fla., E605 Biggert, Judy, Ill., E593 Largent, Steve, Okla., E599 Sensenbrenner, F. James, Jr., Wisc., E594 Blunt, Roy, Mo., E613 Lofgren, Zoe, Calif., E594 Slaughter, Louise McIntosh, N.Y., E612 Brady, Robert A., Pa., E617 Luther, Bill, Minn., E595 Stearns, Cliff, Fla., E609 Capps, Lois, Calif., E589, E591, E593 McCollum, Betty, Minn., E611 Tancredo, Thomas G., Colo., E590, E592 Castle, Michael N., Del., E594 McInnis, Scott, Colo., E619, E620, E620, E620, E621, Thomas, William M., Calif., E607 Davis, Tom, Va., E589, E591, E593 E621, E621, E621 Thurman, Karen L., Fla., E598 Eshoo, Anna G., Calif., E596 Maloney, Carolyn B., N.Y., E605, E606 Udall, Mark, Colo., E614 Evans, Lane, Ill., E609 Markey, Edward J., Mass., E596 Underwood, Robert A., Guam, E608 Farr, Sam, Calif., E590, E591 Menendez, Robert, N.J., E590, E592 Wamp, Zach, Tenn., E616 Hart, Melissa A., Pa., E616 Miller, George, Calif., E599 Waxman, Henry A., Calif., E589 Horn, Stephen, Calif., E614 Moran, James P., Va., E595 Wolf, Frank R., Va., E609 Hutchinson, Asa, Ark., E595 Neal, Richard E., Mass., E591, E592 Woolsey, Lynn C., Calif., E594

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