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CELEBRATING DENTON PUBLIC nize the Denton Public Library for 75 years of Humanitarian of the Year Award. I ask my col- LIBRARY’S 75 YEARS OF SERVICE service and this significant milestone in its his- leagues to join me in recognition of this honor. tory. I am privileged to represent the City of HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS Denton in the U.S. House of Representatives. f OF TEXAS f IN RECOGNITION OF THE RETIRE- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING THE WORLD AFFAIRS MENT OF JERRELLE FRANCOIS Wednesday, June 6, 2012 COUNCIL OF ST. LOUIS AND THE Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to DONALD DANFORTH PLANT honor the Denton Public Library, an esteemed SCIENCE CENTER AS THE 2012 HON. ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS local institution, in celebrating 75 years of RECIPIENT OF THE COUNCIL’S OF MARYLAND service to the whole Denton community. The INTERNATIONAL HUMANITARIAN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES three-branch library system currently provides OF THE YEAR AWARD Wednesday, June 6, 2012 a full online catalog and a web-based automa- tion system that houses more than 240,000 HON. W. TODD AKIN Mr. CUMMINGS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ac- items. It has also assisted the community by OF MISSOURI knowledge to a long-time servant of the com- providing over 1,400,000 quality resources of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES munity, Mrs. Jerrelle Francois, an accom- educational, informational, and cultural value. plished educator and public servant who will Wednesday, June 6, 2012 To achieve this service, took a great deal of leave her post as Vice Chair of the Baltimore commitment. Mr. AKIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- City Board of School Commissioners on June In 1914, the City Federation of Women’s ognize the World Affairs Council of St. Louis, 30, 2012. Clubs gave a report stating the clear need for and to honor the Donald Danforth Plant Jerrelle has served the students of Balti- a free public library for the City of Denton. Phi- Science Center as the 2012 recipient of the more for more than three decades. Beginning lanthropist Andrew Carnegie would contribute Council’s International Humanitarian of the her service as a teacher at Cherry Hill Junior a building if the city contributed a location and Year Award. High School, and continuing on to become a maintenance for the building. When the City The World Affairs Council of St. Louis is Department Head, Assistant Principal, Prin- Council could not guarantee their support, dedicated to educating, inspiring, and engag- cipal and Assistant Superintendent, Ms. Fran- Carnegie withdrew his offer. ing citizens and businesses in international af- cois has brought care, mentoring and edu- In the Depression Era, the federal govern- fairs and the critical global issues of our times. cation to thousands of the city’s children. A ment established the Works Progress Admin- It is the oldest such organization in St. Louis. graduate of Morgan State University, Jerrelle istration. One of its services was the sponsor- Each year, the World Affairs Council of St. has dedicated her professional life to serving ship of school libraries. This program allowed Louis welcomes more than 300 visitors to the the children of Baltimore and to revitalizing the Denton County Schools Superintendent to greater metropolitan area, including leading education in the state of Maryland. employ Mattie Pyrene Wilson as the library su- ambassadors and other foreign dignitaries, as Due to her exemplary career, Jerrelle was pervisor and establish a program of inter- well as students from around the world. The nominated for the 2011 Richard R. Green school loans. In order to expedite the loans, a Council’s mission is to promote understanding, Award by her colleagues. When nominating bookmobile service was inaugurated. Wilson engagement, relationships, and leadership in her, they wrote of her service, ‘‘Ms. Francois’ opened a small 3,000 volume library on the world affairs, and it connects the citizens of 30-year career as an educator and adminis- third floor of the courthouse and the bulk of the St. Louis region with the world. trator at every level of Baltimore City Public the material was acquired through a $10 state The Council’s International Humanitarian of Schools exemplifies the highest standards of teacher allowance and books donated by the the Year Award, its highest honor, recognizes public service and dedication to the students Parent Teacher Association of Denton. In the Donald Danforth Plant Science Center this and families of Baltimore.’’ They went on to 1935, the Junior Shakespeare Club com- year for its mission to improve the human con- say, ‘‘Ms. Francois has devoted her life to a menced a movement to combine the Denton dition through crop research which centers on passionate commitment to the children of Bal- County School Library with a public library. feeding the hungry, improving human health timore and the relentless pursuit of constant The club encouraged the county school board and preserving the environment. This award improvement in student achievement. As part and the city and county commissions to join specifically recognizes the Center’s Institute of this dedication, she is firmly committed to together to support a library that would be free for International Crop Improvement, which achieving equity in education for all students.’’ to all citizens of Denton County. The club also aims to bring improved crops to small farmers conducted a book drive and collected more in places such as Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria, Jerrelle’s career may speak for itself but than 4000 books to initially stock the proposed and Burkina Faso. These crops yield more per what cannot be stated on a resume is her in- library; the city commission donated $600 for acre, are richer in essential nutrients, and re- spirational leadership and her value to the the purchase of new books and the county sistant to disease, insects and drought, and countless lives of students, parents, teachers agreed to furnish shelves, equipment and utili- they can bring tremendous benefit to small and administrations alike that she has ties. Finally, Denton’s first public library farmers. touched. opened on June 6, 1937. Over the years, the The Donald Danforth Plant Science Center Mr. Speaker, the words of her colleagues library has expanded to meet the needs of a serves as a seed of hope in the St. Louis re- speak volumes about the person that she is, growing population. There are now three loca- gion—applying research to better address but one of the most profound statements I can tions and over 75,000 square feet of space malnutrition, preserve our environment, and make about this great American is that Jerrelle dedicated to readers and researchers. explore novel, sustainable energy solutions. exemplifies the dedication to providing edu- The Denton Public Library has positively in- The World Affairs Council honors Danforth cation, especially to underserved populations, fluenced the community of Denton, serving Center’s leadership as an essential part of fos- that we as a nation strive for. She is the per- young and old alike with a foundation of tering this valuable, humanitarian-based re- sonification of what we seek to have our edu- knowledge. With the support of the citizens of search which can impact the lives of farmers cation system be-dedicated, driven and pro- Denton, the library will continue to flourish and and citizens in nations throughout the world. viding for those who truly need it. provide resources to broaden intellectual and On June 7, 2012, the Donald Danforth Plant Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me creative horizons. It is my pleasure to recog- Science Center will receive the International in recognizing this great career.

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VerDate Mar 15 2010 07:19 Jun 07, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K06JN8.001 E06JNPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E988 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 6, 2012 IN SPECIAL RECOGNITION OF DR. Institute Foreign Language Center is regarded trends and allows them to take a leadership MARSHA S. BORDNER FOR HER as one of the finest schools for foreign lan- role in addressing the ever-changing needs of SERVICE AS PRESIDENT OF guage instruction in the nation. our community. Hospice of the Western Re- TERRA STATE COMMUNITY COL- It is important that we as a nation recognize serve has received numerous awards from LEGE our service men and women for their dedica- community, professional and non-profit organi- tion to the United States of America, particu- zations. HON. ROBERT E. LATTA larly those as accomplished as Colonel Wil- In 2010, Hospice of the Western Reserve OF OHIO liam T. Bare. provided care to 6,779 patients and families IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, on behalf of a grateful nation, across Northern Ohio, including care to 1,757 I join my colleagues today in saying thank you patients and families at its world-class 42-bed Wednesday, June 6, 2012 to Colonel Bare for his extraordinary dedica- in-patient facility, David Simpson Hospice Mr. LATTA. Mr. Speaker, it is my great tion to duty and service to his country through- House overlooking Lake Erie. Hospice of the pleasure to pay special tribute to an out- out his distinguished career in the United Western Reserve is the longest-serving hos- standing public servant in Ohio’s Fifth Con- States Air Force. I wish him, his wife Joselyn, pice and the largest non-profit hospice in the gressional District. Dr. Marsha S. Bordner is his three daughters Lindsay, Jade, and State of Ohio. retiring from Terra State Community College, J’adore (aka Jazzy), and his parents Bill and Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me located in Fremont, Ohio, after spending over Elinor, much continued happiness as they in congratulating Hospice of the Western Re- Thirty-Five years in the education field. start a new chapter in their lives. serve at its 34th Annual Meeting as it cele- Dr. Marsha S. Bordner became the Presi- f brates its long-standing service to the people dent of Terra State Community College in of Northern Ohio and looks forward to many 2003, following her time as the Vice President IN RECOGNITION OF HOSPICE OF more years of quality care to its patients and for Academic and Student Affairs at Clark WESTERN RESERVE their families. State Community College in Springfield, Ohio. During her tenure as President at Terra State HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH f Community College, the school has seen OF OHIO ENERGY AND WATER DEVELOP- record high enrollment levels, the redevelop- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MENT AND RELATED AGENCIES ment of the educational facilities to include Wednesday, June 6, 2012 state of the art equipment, and a new strategic APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2013 plan to lead the college into the future. Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ac- A resident of Catawba Island, Dr. Marsha S. knowledge the 34th Annual Meeting of Hos- SPEECH OF Bordner has strived to expand the education pice of the Western Reserve on May 24, HON. MIKE QUIGLEY 2012. of the area’s residents not only through the OF ILLINOIS Since 1978, Hospice of the Western Re- collegiate setting, but by working with local IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES public school systems to allow high school serve, a community-based, mission-driven not- students to earn college credit through Terra for-profit organization, has provided comfort Thursday, May 31, 2012 State Community College. Dr. Marsha Bordner care and emotional support to patients and The House in Committee of the Whole has also reinstated Terra State Community their families at the end-of-life. Its mission is House on the state of the Union had under College’s partnership with local communities ‘‘to provide palliative end-of-life care, caregiver consideration the bill (H.R. 5325) making ap- through the offering of music performances of support and bereavement services throughout propriations for energy and water develop- Terra State Community College faculty and Northern Ohio.’’ ment and related agencies for the fiscal year Hospice of the Western Reserve is com- ending September 30, 2013, and for other pur- students at area venues. poses: Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me mitted to providing ideal patient care, regard- in congratulating Dr. Marsha S. Bordner for less of age, race, color, national origin, dis- Mr. QUIGLEY. Mr. Chair, since late 2009, her role in promoting and expanding the edu- ability or sexual orientation. It celebrates the the Army Corps of Engineers has been work- cational opportunities for the residents of individual worth of each life, and strives to re- ing on a study of the Great Lakes and Mis- Ohio’s Fifth Congressional District. Our com- lieve suffering, enhance comfort, promote sissippi Interbasin— munities have undoubtedly benefited from her quality of life, foster choice in end-of-life care, ‘‘To evaluate options and technologies to years of dedicated service. We wish Dr. Mar- and support effective grieving. prevent the spread of aquatic nuisance spe- sha S. Bordner all of the best upon her retire- Hospice of the Western Reserve affirms the cies between the Great Lakes and Mississippi ment as the President of Terra State Commu- dignity of life, and advocates for patient and River.’’ nity College. family comfort and quality during life’s final Recently, the Corps indicated this study may not be completed until March 2016. f phase. The board, staff and volunteers believe that hospice patients have the right to con- When it comes to aquatic invasive species, IN HONOR OF COLONEL WILLIAM tinue life to the fullest extent possible accord- 7 years is 7 years too long. T. BARE ing to their circumstances. They foster oppor- Senator SHERROD BROWN of Ohio intro- tunities for continued growth and fulfillment. duced and passed an amendment to the Sen- HON. SAM FARR Hospice of the Western Reserve’s special- ate Energy and Water Appropriations Bill, en- OF CALIFORNIA ized services (including AIDS, pediatric, peri- suring that the Corps finishes their study no IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES natal, and chronic disease-specific teams) pro- later than July 1, 2014. vide care and support to patients, families and Further, the amendment ensures that the Wednesday, June 6, 2012 caregivers wherever they call home, whether it Corps fully examines the feasibility of all op- Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to be in their home, at an assisted living facility, tions, including permanent hydrological sepa- honor and pay tribute to Colonel William T. in a hospital, nursing facility or group home, in ration. Bare on the occasion of his retirement from a county jail or at a homeless shelter. I can’t help but stand here today and ex- the United States Air Force on August 1, Hospice of the Western Reserve is not part press my sincere disappointment for the 2012. of a chain or franchise and is not owned by missed opportunities in the legislative vehicle Colonel Bare has given 27 stellar years to anyone but the community. Its services are before us. service to the United States Air Force. He has not administered by hospitals, insurance com- The Energy and Water Appropriations bill had a wide array of experience in intelligence, panies or health systems. Through exemplary that we consider on the House floor this week foreign language training, program manage- partnerships with the Northern Ohio’s premier is not only missing this vital amendment, but ment, policy development, and has linguistic healthcare systems, Hospice of the Western its priorities are way out of whack. capabilities in several foreign languages. Of Reserve incorporates state-of-the-art care and The bill increases funding for the Nation’s particular note, he recently served as the As- best practices for its patients and their fami- nuclear weapons stockpile, as well as for fos- sistant Commandant of the Defense Language lies. sil fuels programs and nuclear energy re- Institute Foreign Language Center (DLIFLC) Hospice of the Western Reserve’s involve- search and development. and the Commander, 517th Training Group, ment with multiple community agencies, advi- Meanwhile, funding would be reduced for a Presidio of Monterey, California, located in my sory councils and academic institutions keeps wide range of very important activities includ- congressional district. The Defense Language its staff and volunteers abreast of emerging ing: Army Corps of Engineers projects, Energy

VerDate Mar 15 2010 07:19 Jun 07, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K06JN8.004 E06JNPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS June 6, 2012 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E989 Department science programs, advanced en- PERSONAL EXPLANATION in the military, he began studying at the Uni- ergy research, defense and non-defense envi- versity of Westminster. Minister Aboud and his ronmental cleanup activities, nuclear non-pro- HON. GRACE F. NAPOLITANO wife of 26 years, Sarah-Lilianna, have two liferation programs, and most renewable en- OF CALIFORNIA children, Faddy and Joanne. Fady Abboud had a successful career in in- ergy programs (including solar, wind, water IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and geothermal programs). dustry, working in the packaging, plastic engi- Wednesday, June 6, 2012 But, to the point at hand—the Great Lakes neering, general machines and metal proc- and the terrifying prospect that we might con- Mrs. NAPOLITANO. Mr. Speaker, on Tues- essing, and food businesses. In 1982, he was tinue standing still on this issue of invasive day, June 5th, 2012, I was absent during roll- named Chairman of General Packaging Indus- species prevention. call vote No. 315 due to a family medical tries. In 2002, he was elected as President of First and foremost, I must recognize the issue. Had I been present, I would have voted the Board of the Association of Lebanese In- hard work and bipartisan effort from the Sen- ‘‘no’’ on the McClintock of California Amend- dustrialists. Minister Abboud is also a member of the American Lebanese Chamber of Com- ators, including Senator DURBIN, and am ment No. 3. hopeful that this provision is preserved f merce and the International Chamber of Com- throughout the appropriations process. merce. TRIBUTE TO MAJOR GENERAL Abboud was appointed as the Minister of After all, this amendment does not tell any- BRIAN L. TARBET Tourism in November 2009. Since his appoint- body what to do. ment, Minister Abboud has turned the office’s It simply recognizes the urgency of the HON. JASON CHAFFETZ focus to sustainable tourism in order to pro- Asian carp threat to the Great Lakes and com- OF UTAH mote the different regions of Lebanon. pels the Corps to quicken its study of solutions IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me in the face of a potential catastrophe that no in welcoming H.E. Minister Fady Abboud to Wednesday, June 6, 2012 one wants. the City of Cleveland. The Great Lakes make up 20 percent of our Mr. CHAFFETZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor f fresh water and are home to a fishing and the service and dedication of Major General D-DAY REMEMBRANCE boating industry worth 7 billion dollars annu- Brian L. Tarbet, the Adjutant General of the ally. Utah National Guard. He has served his coun- The Lakes are a priceless treasure for the try as a member of the Utah National Guard HON. CHRISTOPHER P. GIBSON millions of people who live in the region. for over 30 years. As the Adjutant General for OF NEW YORK the Utah National Guard, General Tarbet has IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES We must do all we can to encourage a been responsible for over 7,000 soldiers and Wednesday, June 6, 2012 speedy creation of an action plan to block airmen for the past 12 years. Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes. General Tarbet began his military career as Mr. GIBSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to In 1998 the late Senator Paul Simon pre- a Second Lieutenant in the United States commemorate the Second Annual Recognition dicted wars would be fought over water. Army Reserve in 1973. After being a member and Remembrance ceremony being held in Let us not pretend this is near as drastic as of the ROTC program and earning his bach- Delmar, NY by the D-Day Remembrance As- war. elor of arts degree in political science from sociation. It is truly a commendable event to But, at the same time, let us not neglect or Utah State University, General Tarbet served honor those who sacrificed so much in order fail to acknowledge that the importance of to- on active duty from 1973 to 1975. General to return freedom and democracy to Europe in day’s actions will weigh heavily on the suc- Tarbet then joined the Utah Army National one of the most courageous and awe-inspiring cesses of tomorrow. I urge the Committees to Guard as a First Lieutenant and received his military operations ever conceived. The D-Day Remembrance Association hosts preserve and protect Senator BROWN’s juris doctorate from the University of Utah in amendment and hope that the final Energy 1978. During the 2002 Winter Olympic this event to remember and honor the events and Water package looks far better for our Games, General Tarbet commanded over of those several days and particularly the land, air and water than it does today. 4,500 troops providing security in Salt Lake servicemembers who stormed the beaches, City, just months after the September 11 ter- airdropped behind enemy lines, and supported the invasion from sea. As a result of the ef- f rorist attacks heightened security concerns surrounding high profile events. He has led forts of this remarkable collection of volun- DYLAN BEKEMEIER OF REPUBLIC the Utah National Guard through many de- teers, and many others like it across the na- HIGH SCHOOL WINNING THE MIS- ployments of soldiers and airmen supporting tion, these annual gatherings create new SOURI CLASS 3 STATE INDI- operations around the globe. treasured memories for all veterans, their chil- VIDUAL GOLD CHAMPIONSHIP I invite my colleagues to join me in cele- dren, grandchildren and others who recognize brating the accomplishments of this incredible and appreciate the significant contributions man who placed service to his country above and sacrifices that the ‘‘Greatest Generation’’ HON. BILLY LONG that of his own ambitions. Major General Brian made in name of freedom. OF MISSOURI L. Tarbet is a great example of the men and The Battle of Normandy was fought during World War II in the summer of 1944, between IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES women who have served or who are currently serving our country in the various branches of the Allied nations and German forces occu- Wednesday, June 6, 2012 the Armed Forces. I am grateful to every pying Western Europe. Almost 70 years later, member of the military for the great sacrifice the Normandy Invasion, or D-Day, remains the Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to con- largest seaborne invasion in history, involving gratulate Dylan Bekemeier from Republic High that they make every day. f nearly three million troops crossing the English School for winning the Missouri Class 3 State Channel from Great Britain to Normandy in oc- Individual Golf Championship. IN RECOGNITION OF H.E. cupied France. Dylan should be commended for all of his MINISTER FADY ABBOUD On June 6, 1944, 160,000 Allied troops hard work throughout the regular season and landed along a 50-mile stretch of heavily-for- bringing home the individual state title to his HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH tified French coastline to fight Nazi Germany. school, family and community. At the State OF OHIO General Dwight D. Eisenhower called the op- Golf Championships in Springfield, Dylan won IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES eration a crusade in which ‘‘we will accept the individual state title with an impressive nothing less than full victory.’’ By the end of second round showing of 68, 4 under par. His Wednesday, June 6, 2012 the first day, the Allies had gained a foothold total score was 140. Completing his sopho- Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in Normandy. The cost of D-Day was high— more year means Dylan will be a force to be recognize H.E. Minister Fady Abboud, Minister more than 2,500 were killed and 8,500 wound- reckoned with in Missouri high school golf in of Tourism for the Republic of Lebanon and to ed—but more than 100,000 Soldiers began the coming years. welcome him to the City of Cleveland. the march across Europe to defeat Hitler. I am I urge my colleagues to join me in congratu- Born on March 21, 1955, Minister Abboud in awe of what they accomplished during this lating Dylan Bekemeier, the Missouri Class 3 graduated from the International School of period that can only be described as Hell on State Golf Champion. Choueifat. In 1976, following a year of service Earth.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 07:19 Jun 07, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06JN8.001 E06JNPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E990 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 6, 2012 Our men and women who served in combat During my time in Congress I have sup- tional ministry. Ozark Christian College grad- and support roles did not ask for that war; yet, ported many different areas of LGBT legisla- uates total more than 14,000 and are serving they answered the nation’s call with honor and tion. I am an original co-sponsor of multiple in 48 states and 40 counties. conviction. They put aside the instinct for self- bills including: the Employment Non-Discrimi- Volunteerism is an important characteristic preservation and risked their lives for all hu- nation Act to prohibit discrimination in the work for the school. Ozark Christian College has manity in order to preserve freedom and de- place; the Equal Access to COBRA Act which been serving the Joplin area for 68 years and feat evil. They personified the words, ‘‘Great- guarantees the continuation of health cov- was heavily involved in helping after Joplin est Generation.’’ Those men had survived the erage to any qualified beneficiary under an was struck by an EF–5 tornado on May 22, Great Depression, fought and won World War employer’s health insurance; and the Reunit- 2011. With open arms, the entire campus was II, returned to America and simply tried to put ing Families Act which supports the core value used in a variety of ways from a Red Cross it all behind them—rebuilding lives, families, of keeping all families together regardless of Command Center, to housing for 3,000 volun- and our country. sexual orientation or gender identity together. teers, and to a meeting place for three church- We are strengthened by their courage and I voted to repeal the Don’t Ask Don’t Tell es. awestruck by their valor. God Bless our vet- policy, and signed the amicus brief declaring The school’s motto of ‘‘Training Men and erans and those who gave their lives so that the Defense of Marriage Act unconstitutional, Women for Christian Service’’ has played an we may live free. Let us continue to stand for and I am proud the Obama Administration will important role in the school’s 70 year history the ideals for which they fought, live a life wor- no longer defend section 3 of DOMA. These and will continue to as students answer the thy of their sacrifice, and work tirelessly to pre- actions make our country stronger not weaker; call to vocational ministry. serve our cherished way of life. they bring our national policies closer to our I want to congratulate Ozark Christian Col- f national ideals; and they affirm that in America it is the content of our character that counts, lege as they celebrate 70 years. RECOGNIZING JUNE AS LGBT not immutable characteristics of birth. PRIDE MONTH Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues and f American citizens to join me in celebrating the IN RECOGNITION OF MR. SEAN HON. LAURA RICHARDSON accomplishments of the LGBT community NELSON OF CALIFORNIA across the United States. However, there is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES still so much more work to be done. Every cit- Wednesday, June 6, 2012 izen of this country deserves the same oppor- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH tunities regardless of sexual orientation or OF OHIO Ms. RICHARDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise gender identity. Recent events have made today to recognize June as National LGBT momentous gains towards that goal, but let us IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Pride Month. Our greatest strength is its prom- not forget we still have a long fight ahead of Wednesday, June 6, 2012 ise of equality for every citizen, and we have us. made significant progress in ensuring that Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- f promise is kept regardless of sexual orienta- nize the good work and achievements of Sean tion or gender identity. PERSONAL EXPLANATION Nelson, who is leaving the U.S. Department of As a proud member of the Congressional Veterans Affairs Medical Center (VAMC) in LGBT Equality Caucus, I am committed to ex- HON. KEITH ELLISON Cleveland. Sean is leaving the VA after nearly tending full rights to all Americans, repealing OF MINNESOTA a decade of service to the Veterans of North- discriminatory laws, and eliminating hateful vi- east Ohio. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES olence. Sean Nelson is a 2001 graduate of Bradley This past year has brought many changes Wednesday, June 6, 2012 University in Peoria, Illinois, with a degree in in law and policy, and there have been notice- Mr. ELLISON. Mr. Speaker, on May 31, Biology and a 2003 graduate of the University able changes in public discourse as well. Last 2012, I missed rollcall votes Nos. 297–305 of Memphis with a Master of Health Adminis- year, the military repealed its discriminatory due to a family obligation. Had I been present tration. Mr. Nelson began his career at the VA ‘‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’’ policy, and a federal I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall votes Boston Healthcare System in 2003 as an Ad- circuit court ruled last week that the Defense Nos. 297, 300, 302, 304, and 305. I would ministrative Fellow. He transferred to the of Marriage Act is unconstitutional. President have voted ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall votes Nos. 298, Cleveland VAMC in 2004. Obama’s historic endorsement of same-sex 299, 301, and 303. He held numerous line and staff positions of marriage has also moved this country into a Mr. Speaker, on June 1, 2012, I missed roll- increasing responsibility in Cleveland, includ- new era of progressive thinking and equal call votes Nos. 306–314 due to a family obli- ing Chief of Quality and Information Manage- rights for all. gation. Had I been present I would have voted ment starting in 2005 and Chief of External Af- The 37th District of California has seen in- ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall votes Nos. 308, 312, 313, fairs and Facility Planning beginning in 2007. credible movement toward equality and ac- and 314. I would have voted ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall He later served as Assistant Director and Act- ceptance. I am proud to represent the signifi- votes Nos. 306, 307, 309, 310, and 311. ing Associate Medical Center Director before cant population of gay, lesbian and f his appointment as the Deputy Medical Center transgender constituents in my district. This is OZARK CHRISTIAN COLLEGE’S Director of the Cleveland VAMC in January a community that has become integral to the 2011. Long Beach area and continues to give back 70TH ANNIVERSARY to the city in many ways. Sean is a graduate of the 2011 Executive Long Beach Lesbian & Gay Pride, Inc. is HON. BILLY LONG Career Field Program and graduate of the one of the larger philanthropic organizations in 2008 Cleveland Bridge Builders flagship pro- OF MISSOURI gram. He is an active member of the Amer- the city, and they developed the Long Beach IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Lesbian and Gay Pride Parade in 1984. They ican College of Healthcare Executives. have also granted nearly one million dollars to Wednesday, June 6, 2012 During his tenure, Sean has been part of local non-profit organizations, and organized a Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in cele- the leadership team at the Cleveland VAMC toy drive for disabled and disadvantaged chil- bration of Ozark Christian College’s 70th Anni- that has overseen tremendous expansion with dren in conjunction with catholic charities. versary. the opening of the Parma outpatient facility The Long Beach Lesbian and Gay Pride Pa- Ozark Bible College started out in and the growth of the Wade Park facility as it rade continues to be the main project for the Bentonville, Arkansas, on June 12, 1942 and was consolidated with the now-defunct organization. When it first began its organizers two years later relocated to Joplin, Missouri. Brecksville hospital. My staff and I have come faced death threats and fierce opposition. The name Ozark Christian College was adopt- to depend on Sean’s eagerness to serve our Today, the parade is the nation’s third-largest ed in 1985 when Ozark Bible College merged nation’s veterans and his ability to solve prob- pride parade and attracts over 75,000 partici- with Midwest Christian College of Oklahoma lems. pants annually. It is heralded as one of the City, Oklahoma. Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me district’s most popular attractions, and its orga- Ozark Christian College offers degree pro- in wishing Sean Nelson much success as he nizers have helped to foster greater under- grams that help lay the foundation for their takes his tremendous skills and dedication to standing and respect in the community. graduates who are called to careers in voca- service to the next steps in his career.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 07:19 Jun 07, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A06JN8.005 E06JNPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS June 6, 2012 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E991 RECOGNIZING BEVERLY F. LYELL and was the first woman in the state to be a RECOGNIZING HERITAGE MIDDLE radio station general manager. SCHOOL STUDENT ESSAYS HON. TIM WALBERG While the music on KTXR may have OF MICHIGAN changed over the decades from classical to HON. JOHN J. DUNCAN, JR. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES easy listening to light hits to today’s Greatest OF TENNESSEE Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Hits, there have always been several con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Mr. WALBERG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to stants. Jane Meyer decided early on to add recognize Beverly F. Lyell upon her recent re- ‘‘special programs with special appeal.’’ Know- Mr. DUNCAN of Tennessee. Mr. Speaker, tirement as the Executive Director of Goodwill ing the volatility and importance of weather in eighth grade students from Heritage Middle Industries of Southeastern Michigan. the Ozarks, she hired her own resident mete- School in Maryville, Tennessee, recently vis- Compassion, commitment, and courage are orologist rather than be dependent on the Na- ited Washington, DC. three words which accurately describe Bev- tional Weather Service. Then, 35 years ago Our office gave the students and chap- erly. Over the past several decades, Beverly Wayne Glenn, ‘‘The Old Record Collector,’’ erones a tour of the Capitol, and I received a has been actively serving communities became part of KTXR special programming very nice thank you letter from trip coordinator throughout Michigan. In 1975, she began and has not missed an air shift in all that time. Patricia Russell and principal Steve Moser. working for Goodwill Industries of South- Along with the thank you note, I was also Possibly the most unique programming deci- eastern Michigan as an assistant supervisor in sent the enclosed four essays from some of sion the Meyers made was to put sports on a the Ceramics Department. During her tenure the students on the trip. I was so impressed at Goodwill, she worked in a number of dif- music station. While most in the radio broad- with these essays that I wanted them to be in- ferent capacities before becoming Executive cast industry would tell you a music/sports for- cluded in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. Director. As Executive Director, she has mat would never work, KTXR has proved I hope my Colleagues and other readers of helped Goodwill attain various certifications, them wrong. It started with the Kansas City the RECORD will take a few minutes to read coordinate capital campaigns, and develop Royals in the 1970s, and a few years later the impressions of these 8th grade students successful programs aimed at assisting the KTXR became the exclusive radio home of the about our Nation’s Capital. physically and mentally impaired and at risk St. Louis Cardinals in the Ozarks and remains MY AMERICAN APPRECIATION members of our community. so today. Drury University and Evangel Uni- (By Anna Stout) In addition to her work with Goodwill Indus- versity were two of the local colleges sports ‘‘In a mountain of despair, there is a stone tries, Beverly has also served as a board programs aired on KTXR in the 70s. In the of hope,’’ said Martin Luther King Jr. I read member of many other organizations. She has 80s the station picked up the Missouri State this quote from the Martin Luther King Jr. received a number of awards over the years University Bears and KTXR remains the flag- memorial. This was one of the most signifi- cant moments on the whole Washington D.C. that reflect the respect our community has for ship station of the Bears Radio Network. After trip for me. The trip to D.C. changed my her work and her character. In addition to rais- carrying the Bears for several years it was whole of life. I use to take every little thing ing their own children, she and her husband, Jane Meyer’s decision to broadcast the Lady for granted, like eating and the things I Steve, have served as foster parents and Bear basketball games that helped propel owned. Going to the Holocaust Museum, the have raised service puppies for the disabled. them to a nation-high attendance record and Lincoln memorial, and the Martin Luther She is also an active member of her church. King Jr. memorial all increased my appre- in turn she received an invitation to address ciation for my American heritage. Beverly has truly left a mark on the community the NCAA national meeting about marketing and improved the quality of life for many. Her The Holocaust Museum was probably the women’s sports. saddest, most moving thing I’ve ever experi- character, integrity, and ever-optimistic per- Though Jane Meyer passed away in 2001 enced. When you read about what happened sonality have changed lives forever. in books or on the internet you don’t really Beverly should be commended for her serv- her influence is still felt not only in the halls of understand what happened. You kind of just ice to the community and I offer her my best KTXR but throughout the Ozarks. She and think ‘‘yeah that’s awful, hope it doesn’t wishes for the future. Ken Meyer have always served on numerous ever happen again’’ but when you see with f boards and foundations giving of their time your own eyes the actual happenings of what and finances to support the community that Holocaust, it changes you forever. When I RECOGNIZING 50 YEARS OF KTXR walked into the room, and saw hundreds of has always been supportive of Meyer Commu- 101.3 FM ‘‘THE GENTLE GIANT’’ pairs of shoes, I went into shock. I just stood nications. there and looked at how many there were. It HON. BILLY LONG Over the past 50 years Meyer Communica- took me a few minutes before I started to tions has grown from the humble beginnings look at the individual shoes, the baby shoes, OF MISSOURI the shoes that were my size, and the shoes of one station to, at any one time, owning sev- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that were bigger than my own foot. I was in eral radio and television stations, an outdoor such shock it took me at least 5 minutes to Wednesday, June 6, 2012 signage company, and an advertising agency. move, and 10 to stop staring at them all. Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, it was June 13, But, it has always been KTXR ‘‘The Gentle That change how I look at everything. How 1962, when KTXR 101.3 FM ‘‘The Gentle Giant’’ that is the heartbeat of the company. I get mad over having ‘‘nothing to wear’’ and they wore rags. Now everything I do, a part Giant’’ began informing and entertaining the Ken Meyer has stated unequivocally ‘‘in my Ozarks audience with great music and special of the Holocaust is in my thoughts. opinion Jane Meyer made KTXR the class sta- I really liked the Lincoln memorial be- programming. tion of Springfield. Any way you look at it Jane cause Lincoln really fought to keep our Na- Under the guidance of local owners Ken was the Gentle Giant.’’ tion together and without that, things today and Jane Meyer, what started in the 60s as a would be way different. Most of us probably 6,000 watt station by 1970 became a 100,000 would even be here. I use to think that Lin- watt ‘‘Class C’’ FM operation. In 2001, when f coln started the war to free all the slaves, a bad ice storm brought the KTXR tower when really he started the war to keep our PERSONAL EXPLANATION down, the Meyers received FCC permission to united states together. Personally I think he build the only ‘‘Class C-0’’ tower in the state was one of the most successful, helpful presi- dents ever. And Im glad that there is a me- of Missouri. Soaring 1488 feet above ground, HON. GRACE F. NAPOLITANO morial built in his honor. To remind the gen- it is Missouri’s tallest radio tower with the erations to come, about all he did. state’s largest coverage, heard throughout mid OF CALIFORNIA Last but not least, the Martin Luther King Jr. memorial. I really enjoyed going to this and southern Missouri, northern Arkansas, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES parts of Oklahoma, and Kansas. memorial, because I have a lot of respect for KTXR is a rarity in Springfield. It is one of Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Martin Luther King. I think what he did for the only locally owned and operated FMs in our nation was an amazing, and very brave thing. He stood up and fought for what he be- the market. When it signed on the air, KTXR Mrs. NAPOLITANO. Mr. Speaker, on Tues- day, June 5, 2012, I was absent during rollcall lieved in, but he did it peacefully. That sets became not only the second FM station in the an amazing example for the people of our city but also the second in the state to broad- vote No. 318 due to a family medical issue. time. To not have to use guns and war to cast in stereo. Jane Meyer was the first Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ solve things is a great accomplishment. ‘‘In woman in Springfield to sell radio advertising on the Matheson of Utah Amendment. a mountain of despair, there is a stone of

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The National Archives, The Vietnam Me- piece of hope, and you will overcome the These soldiers, nurses, and others who gave morial, and The Holocaust Museum were the problem. their lives so that we in the United States three places that we went to that touched Some of the reasons my appreciation for and those in other countries could be free are me the most. These places have affected our my American heritage has increased is be- true heroes. nation’s history in many different ways and cause of the Holocaust Museum, the Lincoln Another thing that made me prize my they represent what Americans are and what Memorial, and the Martin Luther King Jr. American heritage was the National Ar- we stand for. I really enjoyed this trio and memorial. I am deeply grateful for being chives. There, we saw many documents in- would like to go back one day in the near fu- able to go on this trip. I am so thankful for cluding the Declaration of Independence and ture. everyone that has done something for our the Constitution. It made me feel honored to f country, not just the things listed above. have the opportunity to see the documents Without these people and these events, we that shaped our past, which led to my IN RECOGNITION OF THE DEDICA- would not be here, and we would not be present, and will lead to our future. In my TION OF THE CROATIAN CUL- America. Thank you everyone. opinion, these are some of the most impor- TURAL GARDEN WASHINGTON D.C. ESSAY tant documents in the world. They led to (By Chloe Atchley) changes in not only our country, but others HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH as well. ‘We the People of the United States . . .’ OF OHIO Lastly, the flag that inspired our national Thomas Jefferson wrote. I believe that as a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES citizen of the United States, we should have anthem was the most amazing thing I saw in pride in our country. On my trip to Wash- Washington. I couldn’t believe that such a Wednesday, June 6, 2012 ington D.C., I grew a new appreciation and massive flag could even be made! It’s colos- Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in curiosity for my great Nation. Three places sal size was accomplished by a woman and several teenage girls. They made a flag—by recognition of the dedication of the Croatian I was able to visit that helped my respect Cultural Garden, taking place on June 3, grow were the Arlington National Cemetery, hand—that survived battle and sparked a poem that is now one of the most recogniz- 2012. the Vietnam Veteran’s Memorial, and the The 254 acre piece of land that constitutes Jefferson Memorial. able tunes in history. Even then, Americans The first place that helped me appreciate were making great things, both physical Rockefeller Park was donated to the City of my Nation more was the Arlington National items and ideas. Cleveland by John D. Rockefeller in 1896. The Cemetery. In my opinion, what shocked me The Vietnam Veterans’ Memorial, Na- Cleveland Croatian Cultural Garden is a two the most was just how many graves there tional Archives, and the Star-Spangled Ban- acre piece of land within Rockefeller Park. The were. They lined the fields and area for ner are only three of the things I saw in Cleveland Cultural Gardens were founded in miles. Every single one of those people Washington, DC, that made me proud of my 1926 to create a memorial area for the diverse served my country. Some of them died and American heritage. I think that everyone ethnic groups that shape the region, and to sacrificed themselves for it. This cemetery should have the opportunity to see the things from the past that shaped their fu- serve as a space for reflection on peace, co- did a wonderful job honoring those people, operation and understanding. The Cultural those heroes. ture. I will never forget my 8th grade field The second place that helped me appre- trip, and will cherish all of the things that Gardens are currently a collection of 26 gar- ciate my Nation more was the Vietnam’s make our country great. dens which include African-American, Amer- Veteran Memorial. When I saw it, it was WASHINGTON D.C. ican Indian, British, Chinese, Czech, Estonian, dark, and I couldn’t see how long it was. (By Madison Jacobs) and Slovenian gardens, among others. Walking along beside it, I was surprised to Washington D.C. is located between Vir- The mission of the Croatian Cultural Garden find that it kept on going on with me. There ginia and Maryland in the District of Colum- is to dedicate a garden that celebrates the rich are 58,272 names on the wall today. It gave bia. I believe that it is important to know cultural achievements and contributions of the me pride to be American knowing that every about your countries history in order to be Croatian people and to endow an educational last one of those people did their best to pro- able to do the basic things adults do. This legacy for future generations. Groundbreaking tect us and help others. experience was breathtaking and intriguing. on the Garden took place on April 30, 2011 The last place that helped me appreciate I have learned several things while on this my country more was the Jefferson Memo- with the support of the Garden’s benefactor, trip but the three places that taught me a Ed Lozick. rial. Out of everything I saw and visited, this lot was The National Archives, the Vietnam was definitely one of my favorites. It was The dedication of Phase I of the Croatian Memorial, and the Holocaust Museum. Cultural Garden will begin with a Holy Mass at quiet, peaceful, and reflective, just like how My first place visited that I really enjoyed I think Thomas Jefferson would have liked and learned a lot from was the National Ar- St. Paul Croatian Church. Phase I includes the it. The sun was setting, and reflected on the chives. This acquaintance was both enticing installation of ‘‘The Immigrant Mother’’ statue walls of the little dome beautifully. It illu- and captivating. Seeing the Declaration of which represents Croatian mothers who emi- minated the excerpts from the Declaration Independence, The Constitution, and the Bill grated to the U.S. The bronze statue was of Independence that were engraved every- of Rights I felt astonished and proud to live sculpted by Clevelander and Croatian-Amer- where. It was a reminder of how we origi- in this country. It is incredible to see that in ican, Joseph Turkaly. The granite base of the nally fought for our freedom, and of how my 200 years these documents are still around statue is inscribed with three Croatian sym- home began. and we go by them today. I especially en- These are some of the places that increased bols; the Croatian Homland Shield (Grb), the joyed looking at all of the documents writ- my appreciation for my American heritage. original Croatian alphabet (Glagolijica) and the ten so long ago. This trip was one of the best experiences I The second place visited that I enjoyed and pleter design. The Gardens will also have a have ever had. I hope everyone can stop to learned from was the Vietnam Memorial. It heart shaped flower garden representing the remember the sacrifices made and the strug- gave me great pride in my country but also ‘‘Licitar Heart’’ as well as three benches gles conquered through our history, and hold at the same time it made me feel sad that all carved from stone from the island of Brac. their head higher in remembrance that they of these wonderful men; fathers, sons, hus- Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me are an American. bands, and brothers lost their lives. This war in recognition of the dedication of the Croatian WASHINGTON, DC ESSAY lasted for 16 years. During these years 58,000 Cultural Garden. (By Callie Effler) people died fighting so that we could all be f Very few places make one more proud to be free and giving their life for ours. The Viet- an American than Washington, DC. I saw nam Memorial was very humbling to me. My ENERGY AND WATER DEVELOP- very many things in our nation’s capitol lasting impression is that I will always re- MENT AND RELATED AGENCIES that I will remember for the rest of my life, spect and honor those who fight and die for APPROPRIATIONS ACT, 2013 but several stuck out that made me feel even our country. more blessed than I already do to live in My third place I visited that I learned from SPEECH OF America. Three things and places in par- was the Holocaust Museum. The Holocaust ticular that made me especially appreciate was a mass killing of Jews and other civil- HON. SUZANNE BONAMICI my American heritage were the Vietnam ians. The factors that contributed to this OF OREGON Veterans’ Memorial, the National Archives, were anti-Semitism and the rise of the Nazis. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES My most vivid thing that I will always re- and the flag that inspired the Star Spangled Tuesday, June 5, 2012 Banner. member is the room with all of the Jewish All of the monuments were breathtakingly people’s shoes. Also the smell of the shoes The House in Committee of the Whole beautiful, but the Vietnam Veterans’ Memo- from the leather was horrible. This will al- House on the state of the Union had under

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Mr. Chair, I am proud to person that Committee Members and staff years of service to the House of Representa- support the Hirono-Chu-Matsui-Lee-Carnahan have gone to when we simply needed to get tives and our Nation. We wish him a wonderful Amendment to the Energy and Water appro- something done, because no one else has a retirement and want him to know we all appre- priations bill. The amendment would maintain better understanding of how the House of ciate his service and friendship. our commitment to the successful Advanced Representatives functions on a daily basis. f Research Projects Agency-Energy, or ARPA– It has been said that every committee has E as it is more commonly known. a Jimmy Miller, but Transportation has THE PERSONAL EXPLANATION In March of this year, Energy Secretary Chu Jimmy Miller. came before the Science, Space, and Tech- Jimmy has been much more than a long- HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY nology Committee to discuss the Administra- serving staffer; he has been a trusted friend to OF NEW YORK tion’s budget request, which included an addi- me, to other Members of Congress, and to his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tional $75 million for ARPA–E. I had the op- countless Hill colleagues for more than 30 Wednesday, June 6, 2012 portunity to speak with him about the impor- years. While his family is undoubtedly happy Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, on June 5, tance of ARPA–E and the effectiveness of the they’ll be seeing more of him in the coming program as we seek to bring new technologies 2012, I missed rollcall votes numbered 315, days, we on Capitol Hill will feel his consider- 316, 317, and 318. Had I been present, I to market that change the way we generate, able absence. store, and use energy. would have voted ‘‘no,’’ on rollcall No. 315, the Jimmy’s service to our country began when McClintock Amendment which would reduce I take a particular interest in ARPA–E be- he joined the United States Air Force in 1959, cause in Oregon we have seen its benefits the Nuclear Energy account by $514,391,000, where he rose to the rank of Command Ser- and apply the savings to the spending reduc- first hand. As a result of the program, a com- geant Major, the highest rank possible for an pany by the name of ReVolt Technology actu- tion account; ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall No. 316, the enlisted airman. Hirono Amendment which would reduce the ally relocated to our community and brought During his 28 years of distinguished service Fossil Energy Research and Development ac- its amazing research—and jobs as well. In my in the Air Force, Jimmy served under three count by $133,400,000, and increase funds for discussion with Secretary Chu, he highlighted Chairmen of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, General the Advanced Research Project Agency ac- the effectiveness of ARPA–E in leveraging pri- Earle Wheeler, General George Brown, and count by the same amount; ‘‘no’’ on rollcall vate-sector investments stating that a $40 mil- General David C. Jones. No. 317, the McClintock Amendment which lion federal investment has been leveraged to In 1980, Command Sergeant Major Miller would zero out the Fossil Energy Research private-sector investments of more than $200 became the Air Force legislative liaison to the and Development account (a cut of $554 mil- million. House of Representatives. lion) and apply the savings to the spending re- Keeping this in mind, I was dismayed to see In 1987, he retired from the Air Force and duction account; and ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall No. 318, that the underlying bill under consideration not was subsequently appointed by Chairman Bob the Matheson Amendment which would in- only rejects the request for additional ARPA– Roe to join the staff of the House Committee crease the Non-Defense environmental clean- E investment, but seeks to cut $75 million in on Science, Space and Technology. Jimmy up account by $9,600,000, and reduce the Na- FY2013. then came with Chairman Roe to the Com- tional Nuclear Security Weapons account by As a member of the Budget Committee, I mittee on Public Works and Transportation in the same amount. understand the need to get our fiscal house in 1991. order. But we have a responsibility to do so in Jimmy has shepherded numerous delega- f a strategic manner to ensure that we do not tions of U.S. officials to meetings with their for- CONGRATULATING MRS. HELEN R. undermine our future security and competitive- eign counterparts all over the world. He has HENDERSON ON HER 100TH ness. It is precisely this recognition that makes crossed the globe more times than most peo- BIRTHDAY the Hirono-Chu-Matsui-Lee-Carnahan Amend- ple, having been to more than 170 countries, ment so important. and he has established many friendships HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS This amendment addresses the lopsided pri- along the way. OF FLORIDA orities in the underlying bill in a reasonable Jimmy embodied a bipartisan spirit over the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and balanced way. It seeks to meet the Ad- years, serving under six chairmen, Repub- ministration’s request for the fossil fuels re- licans and Democrats alike. In fact, Jimmy in- Wednesday, June 6, 2012 search and development, and uses the dif- sisted that he equally serve all the Members Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I ference to support ARPA–E. This would pro- of the Committee, regardless of which party rise today to honor Mrs. Helen R. Henderson vide roughly $333 million for ARPA–E, a mod- led the House. from Pahokee, Florida on the occasion of her est increase over FY2012. Jimmy accorded all of us on the Hill with the 100th birthday, which is June 8, 2012. Born in This is amendment takes a fair approach, same respect over the years, whether we’ve Kentucky, Mrs. Henderson was raised on her balancing today’s energy research needs with wielded a gavel or a paintbrush, and we all family’s farm. From her earliest days, she the promise of tomorrow’s technologies, and admire his humble professionalism and dedi- learned the value of a healthy diet, eating the the jobs and economic benefits that go along cation. food her family raised. Her life has been char- with them. Jimmy was born on August 22, 1940 to acterized by hard work, dedication, compas- I commend my colleagues for their work on Alyce and Robert Miller in Paulding, Ohio and sion, and inner strength. this amendment. was one of nine children. His parents instilled Helen and her late husband, Brooks Hen- f in them the values of family, God, and country derson, devoted their lives to education in the and helped shape their children’s personal Glades area, with Brooks serving as the prin- RETIREMENT OF JIMMY MILLER lives and their public citizenship. cipal of Pahokee High School, and Helen Even with all of his successes, including working as a special needs elementary edu- HON. JOHN L. MICA meeting many of the world’s leaders, Jimmy’s cation teacher in Belle Glade and Canal Point. OF FLORIDA most important achievement has been his own Helen began her love for learning at a young IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES family. He has been a caring, loving, and age when she traveled six miles by horse and proud father to his children, Kim, Bob, Chris, buggy to attend her one-room schoolhouse in Wednesday, June 6, 2012 and Shawn. I know Jimmy is looking forward Kentucky. Sadly, the Henderson’s only child, Mr. MICA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize to spending more time with his four children, Ann, passed away several years ago, but their the service of one of this body’s most able, nine grandchildren, one great grandson, and love of education was passed down to their dedicated and respected employees, James his wife Peg. grandson, Kevin Henderson, an instructor at R. ‘‘Jimmy’’ Miller. I will personally miss Jimmy. I consider him Palm Beach State College in Belle Glade. After 53 years of combined service here on a close friend and I know that the House of An accomplished musician, Helen has Capitol Hill and a distinguished career in the Representatives will miss him. On behalf of played piano at her church, First United Meth- United States Air Force, Jimmy is retiring from this body, which he has served so well, I want odist of Pahokee, for over 60 years. A lifelong

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Garrison, U.S. she enjoys spending time with friends, partici- the next morning the Joplin and Springfield Army; Zoella Hickmon, U.S. Army; James E. pating in church activities, and working in her staff converged on the church with everything Monroe, U.S. Army; Walter S. Saunders, U.S. yard. Helen says the secret to her longevity is needed to do business. For weeks Oxford Army; Joseph W. Sharpe, U.S. Army; Frank K. hard work and eating right. staff worked out of plastic tubs that held office Walsh, U.S. Army; Earl C. Williams, U.S. Mr. Speaker, Mrs. Helen Henderson is a and medical supplies and they used cell Army; Glenn A. Wrede, U.S. Army; Arthur J. fine citizen, and I am proud that she continues phones and laptops using a computer system Blumberg, U.S. Army Air Forces; John Bogen, to make a positive impact on the Glades com- that their IT Department was able to establish U.S. Army Air Forces; Merrit S. Kelsay, U.S. munity. I am delighted to join her family, on the spot. Oxford was back to business as Army Air Forces; Daniel F. McAllaster, U.S. friends and many admirers in wishing her a usual. The Zimmer Radio Group helped Ox- Army Air Forces; Robert J. Miller, U.S. Army very happy 100th birthday and continued good ford get word to their staff and patients that Air Forces; Arthur Perkins, U.S. Army Air health and happiness for years to come. they were working out of Destiny Church. Forces; Gene Woodward, U.S. Army Air f With the help of the entire company, within Forces; Jerry Benson, U.S. Coast Guard; three days of the storm all 650 employees and Charles L. Burgess, U.S. Marine Corps; Golda IN RECOGNITION OF ELIAS BOU patients were accounted for. Some had been F. Fabian, U.S. Marine Corps; William Gordon, SAAB in the path of the storm and lost their homes. U.S. Marine Corps; Charles R. Holmes, U.S. Many suffered injuries. Marine Corps; Keith C. Tucker, U.S. Marine HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH Immediately after the tornado employees Corps; Dwain E. Whitney, U.S. Marine Corps; OF OHIO who were suffering themselves continued to Levi D. Chamberlin, U.S. Merchant Marine; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES see their patients without fail. In those first John Alford, U.S. Navy; Robert Barber, U.S. days after the storm many Oxford staff stayed Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Navy; Eldon Bartlett, U.S. Navy; Sylvine Elie with the patients they were with during the Bourque, U.S. Navy; John E. Curran, U.S. Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to storm, without going to their own homes, until Navy; Bruce L. Dickman, U.S. Navy; Richard recognize the Honorable Elias Bou Saab, the they knew the patients were safe and had M. Finch, U.S. Navy; Louis Fortino, U.S. Navy; Mayor of Dhour Shweir and Ain Al Sindyaneh, family to watch over them. In an effort to en- Ted S. Georgioff, U.S. Navy; Dale D. Halm, and welcome him to the City of Cleveland. sure that the community’s clinical needs were U.S. Navy; Merrily Kurtz Hewett, U.S. Navy; Born and raised in Dhour Shweir, Mayor being met, Oxford set up makeshift first aid Jack Hilbourne, U.S. Navy; Leslie H. Horn, Bou Saab earned his Bachelor of Business stations throughout the neighborhoods that U.S. Navy; Robert J. Huesby, U.S. Navy; Administration in Marketing from The Amer- were in the path of the tornado. Volunteer Charles H. Kies, U.S. Navy; Robert L. Lee, ican College in London and his Master of Arts nurses from the entire company took their va- U.S. Navy; Leo Moore, U.S. Navy; Thomas in International Relations from Boston Univer- cation time to staff the tents from 8–5, seven Mummy, U.S. Navy; Walker D. Nicholson, sity. In 1992, he established and served as days a week for a number of weeks, where U.S. Navy; Raymond Quimby, U.S. Navy; the first president of the Lebanese Graduates 1,400 tetanus shots were given and first aid Richard G. Ray, U.S. Navy; George Reiner, of Britain. was administered. U.S. Navy; Louis Stone, U.S. Navy; Robert B. Dedicated to higher education and improv- Oxford eventually left Destiny Church and Stuart, U.S. Navy; Helmer C. Wallan, U.S. ing relations between the United States and set up a temporary office in Carthage as plans Navy; Aurthur L. Welch, U.S. Navy. the Arab world, in 1995 Bou Saab moved to were being made to return to Joplin. The resil- These 54 heroes join more than 81,000 vet- Dubai and founded the American University in ience of Oxford and its employees is amazing erans from across the country who, since Dubai. Today he serves as the executive vice and I am honored to help Oxford celebrate the 2005, have journeyed from their home states president of the university overseeing the im- reopening of their new facility in Joplin. to Washington, D.C. to reflect at the memo- plementation of policies and long-term plan- f rials built in honor of our Nation’s veterans. ning. PERSONAL EXPLANATION Mr. Speaker, each of us is humbled by the In 2010, Bou Saab was elected as the courage of these brave Americans who put Mayor of his hometown of Dhour Shweir and HON. MIKE McINTYRE themselves in harm’s way for our country and Ain Al Sindyaneh. He is also an active mem- way of life. As a nation, we can never fully ber of the Clinton Global Initiative, co-founder OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES repay the debt of gratitude owed to them for of the Emirates Lebanese Friendship Associa- their honor, commitment, and sacrifice in de- tion and former Member of the Board of Direc- Wednesday, June 6, 2012 fense of the freedoms we have today. tors of the Young Arab Leaders. Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, I was unable My colleagues, please join me in thanking Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me to be present for votes on June 5, 2012. Had these veterans and the volunteers of Honor welcoming Mr. Elias Bou Saab to the City of I been present, I would have voted in the fol- Flight of Eastern Oregon and Portland, Or- Cleveland. lowing ways: ‘‘no’’ on rollcall vote No. 315, egon for their exemplary dedication and serv- f ‘‘no’’ on rollcall vote No. 316, ‘‘no’’ on rollcall ice to this great country. I especially want to RECOGNIZING OXFORD vote No. 317, and ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall vote No. recognize U.S. Army veteran Dick Tobiason HEALTHCARE OF JOPLIN 318. and the Bend Heroes Foundation, whose tire- f less work will result in over 100 World War II veterans from Oregon visiting the memorials HON. BILLY LONG TRIBUTE TO HONOR FLIGHT OF and U.S. Capitol. OF MISSOURI EASTERN OREGON AND HONOR IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FLIGHT OF PORTLAND, OREGON f Wednesday, June 6, 2012 HON. GREG WALDEN PERSONAL EXPLANATION Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in cele- OF OREGON bration of the reopening of Oxford HealthCare IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in Joplin, Missouri. HON. GRACE F. NAPOLITANO Oxford HealthCare is a home care provider Wednesday, June 6, 2012 OF CALIFORNIA that serves more than 50 counties in south- Mr. WALDEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES west and central Missouri. In 1975, Oxford nize the 54 World War II veterans from Or- Wednesday, June 6, 2012 HealthCare began operations in Joplin and egon who will be visiting their memorial this Springfield, Missouri. On May 22, 2011, a tor- Friday in Washington, D.C. through Honor Mrs. NAPOLITANO. Mr. Speaker, on Tues- nado struck the Joplin community and de- Flight of Eastern Oregon and Honor Flight of day, June 5, 2012, I was absent during rollcall stroyed Oxford’s office. It was very important Portland, Oregon. On behalf of a grateful vote No. 316 due to a family medical issue. to Oxford HealthCare that they get to a new State and country, we welcome these heroes Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘aye’’ normal as quickly as possible because their to our Nation’s Capital. on the Hirono of Hawaii Amendment.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 07:19 Jun 07, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A06JN8.019 E06JNPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS June 6, 2012 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E995 JEWISH B2B NETWORKING: A VAL- success of JBN, but I want to specifically rec- HEROES OF COMPASSION UED RESOURCE FOR SMALL ognize the vision and work of Shalom Klein, BUSINESSES AND OUR COMMU- its founder. As a small businessman, Shalom HON. MARCY KAPTUR NITY felt the need to connect with others. As an or- OF OHIO ganizer, he did something about it. He invited IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 20 people to an informal ‘‘networking’’ lunch at HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY Wednesday, June 6, 2012 OF ILLINOIS the Slice of Life kosher restaurant in Skokie— IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and 70 people came. Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I wish to con- gratulate the heroes and heroines of compas- Out of Shalom’s initiative, Jewish B2B Net- Wednesday, June 6, 2012 sion in our community for their exceptional de- working was born. Open to all, the non-profit Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise votion to serving the needs of others. In so organization has taken off—serving a role that today to congratulate the Jewish B2B Net- doing, the ethic they set creates a better way had been missing in the community. What I so working (JBN) and its founder, Shalom Klein, of life for people across our region and en- admire about Shalom Klein—beyond his en- for their outstanding work in promoting and riches the human condition. The Charter for thusiasm and skill—is his refusal to rest on his nurturing small businesses in the metro Chi- Compassion was created by Karen Armstrong, laurels, despite the many successes he has cago area. Next week, on June 14, JBN will author of many interfaith books in 2008. Her hold its second ‘‘Business Event’’ at the already achieved. As he has said, he will not wish was that the faith leaders of the world Lincolnwood Town Center in my district, just be satisfied if JBN reaches a plateau—as high would acknowledge their core common value one of the many ways that it is helping small as it may be—he wants it to keep growing and of compassion in a simple document and the businesses, workers and our economy. growing, empowering more and more small response to her idea for Heroes of Compas- I attended last year’s inaugural Business business men and women. His spirit is infec- sion was phenomenal. Greater Toledo has Event, along with representatives from over tious, his ability to inspire people to action is many individuals and organizations that qualify 2,700 small businesses, elected officials and enormous, and I know he and JBN will con- as Heroes of Compassion. But many of these job seekers. It was extraordinary—a vibrant, tinue to excel in their efforts. individuals and institutions are unsung heroes exciting and incredibly useful opportunity for JBN knows that local communities cannot and heroines. Their stories of compassion are small businesses to network, learn from each prosper without small businesses, and they untold, while news of violence and conflict other, make contacts, set up meetings to help are committed to providing the climate that will make headlines. The First Heroes of Compas- build their companies, and share their experi- help them succeed. I want to thank JBN for all sion of Toledo were honored at the 11th An- ences and concerns with Members of Con- that it has done already and wish it well as it, nual MultiFaith Banquet on March 11, 2012 at gress. It was so successful that plans began like the small businesses it assists, seeks to the Franciscan Center at Lourdes University, right there on the spot to hold another Event expand its activities in the future. and later at a community gathering at the Uni- in 2012. tarian Universalist Church on Glendale Ave. Small business men and women are essen- f The First Heroes of Compassion included: tial to our economic well-being. In Illinois, they Sr. Mary Angelita Abair: Decades of work in represent 98 percent of all employers. They IN HONOR OF MR. WILLIAM central Toledo with the poor, marginalized, im- also represent the spirit of innovation and en- ARTHUR FIELDS, SR. prisoned, and disabled; trepreneurship that has made our country so Cherry Street Mission: Emergency shelter, strong. It is imperative that we foster small food and other assistance; business creation and expansion—and that is HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH Dr. Lawrence V. Conway, The Diller Foun- the mission of JBN. dation: Provides medical equipment and sup- OF OHIO It is never easy to start a small business, plies to many deserving countries and the but it is especially challenging today as we IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Medical Hall of Fame; work to recover from the impacts of the Great Judge Charles J. Doneghy: Inner city youth Recession. JBN was formed in 2010, through Wednesday, June 6, 2012 mentor and support for prostate cancer aware- the vision of Shalom Klein, to help provide the Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in ness; support and tools needed to help small busi- remembrance of Mr. William Arthur Fields, Sr., Fr. Martin Donnelly: Founding chair of Erase nesses thrive. who lived his life centered around family, com- the Hate Toledo and Central City Ministries Through its monthly networking events, JBN munity, and hard work. and many other organizations; provides critical and practical information to Hannah’s Socks: Founded by four year old help small business owners learn about avail- Mr. Fields was born on May 21, 1915 in Co- Hannah Turner and has since supplied able lending resources. Business to business lumbus, Ohio. He was married to Estelle, for 200,000+ pairs of socks to the homeless last networking through monthly forums provide 68 years and had four children, William, Jr., year; the opportunity to share ‘‘best practices’’ and Ronald, Janice and Charles. He was an avid Jewish Family Service Food Bank: Food, pick up tips that can help small businesses reader, who enjoyed hunting, fishing and golf supplies and moral support to the needy in the succeed. JBN is creating a vibrant network— and shared his love of nature with his family general community; not just among Chicagoland small businesses on many fishing trips to Lake Erie. He was a Ken Leslie & Pat Lewandowski, 1Matters— but between small businesses and policy- life-long member of Mt. Zion Missionary Bap- Tent City: Working to change the perception of makers at the local, State and national levels. tist Church. the homeless; This year, for example, they brought small Mr. Fields started a family-owned and oper- Lifeline Toledo: Support for inner city home- business owners to Washington, D.C. so that ated construction and masonry company, less, including mobile medical support; they could share their experiences and rec- Fields Brothers Masonry. A skilled block and The Ronald McDonald House Charities: ommendations with the Obama Administration masonry contractor, he used his skills to im- Provides a free home away from home for and Members of Congress and also learn prove his community whenever he was called families accessing specialized medical care for about opportunities and assistance. upon. Following his first retirement, Mr. Fields their children; JBN has touched over 6,000 active busi- became a dispatcher for the City of Columbus, Martha Pituch, RN, Cherry St. Mission Clin- ness networking partners and has over 17,000 Maintenance Department. In addition, he was ic: Founded and developed a nursing clinic to subscribed networkers receiving weekly com- a volunteer firefighter for Clinton Township. provide primary health care for homeless per- munications and utilizing its interactive sons; I offer my condolences to his children, Jan- website. Devorah (Friedrich) Shulamit, Interfaith Through its Business Event and through on- ice Bosley and Charles (JoAnn) Fields; daugh- Blood Drive: Founder of the first interfaith line job listings, JBN has helped more than ters-in-law, Earlene Fields and Shirley Haw- blood drive in the nation, now in its 25th year; 200 job seekers obtain employment. Over kins; brothers, Charles and Carl (Jean) Fields; Sr. Grace Ellen & Sr. Jeremias, Sisters of 5,000 businesses and job seekers are ex- sister-in-law, Bettye Randle; 15 grandchildren, St. Francis of Sylvania Gardens: Developed a pected at next week’s event in Lincolnwood, to 34 great-grandchildren and 13 great-great- nationally recognized four-season polyhouse exchange business information, ideas, and re- grandchildren. to provide food for the needy year round; sources. Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me Mike Szuberla, Toledo GROWs: Provides There are many wonderful small business in celebrating the long and prolific life of Mr. support for 150 community gardens and re- men and women who have contributed to the William Arthur Fields, Sr. entry and proactive programs for at-risk youth;

VerDate Mar 15 2010 07:19 Jun 07, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A06JN8.024 E06JNPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 6, 2012 St. Paul’s Community Center: Daily hot great leader. I encourage all of you who are was not blessed with an overabundance of pa- meals, emergency shelter, and other services fathers to understand the powerful impact tience. Chuck loved to tell the story about a for the homeless; you can have in your children’s lives. Don’t man who accosted him on a plane one day, pushing, shoving, jostling for a seat. Chuck St. Vincent de Paul Conference: Tangible, miss it. My father loved his family. He and Patty just celebrated 48 years. Patty has said to him, ‘‘Fella, do you know who you’re confidential, no-questions-asked assistance to been there as a partner in ministry; has kept messing with? I’m an ex-marine, an ex-con, those in need; my dad humble and well fed. My dad loved and if I weren’t a Christian you’d be on the Toledo Area Ministries, Feed Your Neighbor his three children, his grandchildren, and he floor of this plane!’’ Then he presented the Ministry: 12 food pantries, serve over 80,000 almost lived to see his first great-grandchild, Gospel to him. clients per year; who will be born next month. Chuck was not perfect, but he was for- Toledo Mountain Mentors: One-on-one men- But perhaps for me the greatest mark of given. He never got over the wonder and sur- my dad’s character has been his relationship prise of having encountered Jesus Christ as a toring and outdoor experiences for at-risk real person, a living reality; the one person teens. with my son, Max. Max is 21 with a diagnosis of autism. And when we would come, which in human history who passed through the f was frequently, my dad would clear his gossamer veil of death and came back to tell us what was on the other side and how we A MOVING TRIBUTE schedule and do nothing else but be present for Max and do everything Max loved, be- should prepare for that journey by living cause Max needed his grandfather. And as it every day in the light of eternity. Chuck’s HON. FRANK R. WOLF turns out, his grandfather needed Max. autobiography, Born Again, tells the story of OF VIRGINIA My father has stood by his convictions a man born in Boston on the wrong side of even when no one else was looking. My fa- the tracks. He clawed his way up the ever- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ther has been a defender of the weak. We will spiraling ladder of success until he reached Wednesday, June 6, 2012 miss his zest for life. He was always the first the pinnacle of power as Special Counsel to to laugh and the last one to stop laughing. the President of the United States. Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I submit remarks But when his career was shattered in the delivered at the recent memorial service, at Every meal he ate was the best one he’d ever had, or so he would tell us. He was our advi- wake of Watergate, he found himself in the Washington National Cathedral, for the late sor, mentor, friend, shoulder and encourager. position of another henchman, Thomas a´ Chuck Colson. I think of that encouragement today. Becket, who had done the bidding of King Emily Colson, Chuck’s daughter, gave a Today is a celebration of my father’s life. Henry II in the twelfth century. In a play compelling personal eulogy which gave us a But today is also about us, you and me. What about his life, Becket stands on stage, glimpse into Chuck as a father and grand- will we do in the shadow of such an extraor- stripped of the insignia of his high office, and father—his undying love and devotion to his dinary role model. There is work to be done. exclaims, ‘‘Oh, God, there must be more, I encourage you to continue the work God there must be something more!’’ family were beautiful to behold. Chuck Colson had such a moment in the The Reverend Dr. Timothy George delivered has begun through my father’s life. Do the right thing. Seek the truth. Defend the summer of 1973. Sitting alone late one night the homily—a stirring charge to those Chuck weak. Live courageous lives. My father left a in the driveway of his friend Tom Phillips, left behind to ‘‘be not afraid.’’ wonderful legacy and he left many writings filled with guilt and despair, he burst into I commend these eloquent, heartfelt tributes for us to follow, to learn from. He left some- tears ‘‘crying so hard,’’ he later said, ‘‘it was which honor a man whose prophetic voice will thing for us this morning, for this moment like tying to swim underwater.’’ That night be sorely missed. today. ‘‘I want my funeral services to be joy- he prayed his first real prayer, ‘‘God, I don’t know how to find you. But I’m going to try. EMILY COLSON MEMORIAL SERVICE ful. I don’t want people to be sad because I Somehow I want to give myself to you.’’ TRANSCRIPT believe with every ounce of conviction in my body that death is but a homecoming and Take me, take me, take me, he repeated over Good morning. My name is Emily Colson, that we will be in the presence of God. It is and over. and I am very blessed to be Chuck Colson’s the culmination of life. It’s a celebration.’’ And God did take Chuck Colson from that daughter. Today we celebrate a life well moment of surrender to a federal prison in BE NOT AFRAID! lived. I am thankful to be old enough to have Alabama, to the experience of baptism as a known my father before he became a Chris- A HOMILY DELIVERED BY THE REVEREND DR. new believer in Christ, to the founding of tian and to see the change, the trans- TIMOTHY GEORGE AT THE MEMORIAL SERVICE Prison Fellowship, a wonderful ministry to formation in my father when Christ ruled in FOR CHARLES W. COLSON AT WASHINGTON NA- prisoners and their families now chartered in his heart. My father still had the same intel- TIONAL CATHEDRAL ON MAY 16, 2012 113 countries around the world. And God lect and drive and passion for life, but a soft- Invocation: In the name of the Father, and took Chuck to the side of Mary Kay Beard, ness came over him. I think about my dad’s of the Son, and of the Holy Spirit. Amen. a former inmate and bank robber who could office in his home in Florida, the desk highly In the ancient book of Joshua we read: boast of being on the FBI’s Ten Most Wanted polished where he worked tirelessly, and I ‘‘Now after the death of Moses, the servant list. At our fundraisers, Chuck used to say think about the over-stuffed green chair in of the Lord, it came to pass that the Lord that no one could ask for money like Mary the corner where every morning he would spake unto Joshua the son of Nun saying, Kay! Together with Chuck she founded a kneel and pray. I think of the 3x5 cards my ‘Moses my servant is dead: now therefore ministry called Angel Tree that has served dad carried in his pocket underneath his arise, go over this Jordan, thou, and all this some six million children of prisoners over jacket. There were 15 or 20 of them there, an people, unto the land which I do give to the last three decades. Chuck never forgot ever growing to do list. But in that list he them, even to the children of Israel. . . . As that he served a Savior who had been cru- also had names, people that he prayed for I was with Moses, so I will be with thee: I cified as a prisoner, one who knew what it every day. My dad became, as Scripture says, will not fail thee, nor forsake thee. Be strong was like to be stripped, sentenced, beaten, a new creation, and he loved his family dif- and of a good courage. Be thou strong and and mocked. He never forgot Jesus’ words: ‘‘I ferently. very courageous. Have not I commanded was in prison and you visited me.’’ My father in his work changed people all thee? Be strong and of a good courage; be not Chuck’s conversion was not only emo- over the world and he also changed his fam- afraid, neither be thou dismayed: for the tional, it was also intellectual and moral as ily. That drive became a source of an affec- Lord thy God is with thee whithersoever well. ‘‘I could not sidestep,’’ he said, ‘‘the tionate joke in our family. We love to get to- thou goest.’’ (Joshua 1:1–9, selected verses) central question God had placed squarely be- gether for family reunions and vacations and Charles Wendell Colson was once the fore me. Was I to accept without reservation all of our family would be so excited to relax youngest captain in the United States Ma- Jesus Christ as Lord of my life? It was like for a week together. And we would find our- rines and, at his request, he was laid to rest a gate before me. There was no way to walk selves in one scheduled fun activity to the several days ago at Quantico National Ceme- around it. I would step through or I would re- next scheduled fun activity. And then my fa- tery. He loved his country fiercely and main outside. A ‘maybe’ or ‘I need more ther would announce, he would declare, let’s served it well. But we are here today, in this time’ was kidding myself. The phrase ‘accept all take five minutes and relax. I was teasing the nation’s church, to celebrate the life of Jesus Christ’ had sounded at first both pious him about it one day, and he looked at me one who ended his days as a soldier in an- and mystical, the language of the zealot, just with a hint of a smile, and he said other army, the militia Christi, a battalion maybe black magic stuff. But the question ‘‘Emily, six minutes would be wasteful.’’ without bullets, soldiers of Christ, arrayed in was: did I believe what Jesus said? If I did, But even with that drive when I would call truth, wielding weapons of faith, prayer, and then I accepted. Not mystical or weird at all, my dad or when he would call me, which was love. To describe this change in the life of and with no in-between ground left. Either I daily (sometimes it was more than once a Chuck Colson requires us to use freighted would believe or I would not—and believe it day), you would think my dad had nothing words such as conversion, redemption, trans- all or none of it.’’ else to do in his life. He was fully present. I formation. Of course, there have been and still are the thought he only did that for me. But I now Not that Chuck ever completely outgrew critics. When Born Again was released, know he has done it for everyone in our fam- the Marines. There was an intensity and Chuck’s hometown newspaper, The Boston ily. He put God first, family second above all drivenness about him that could be formi- Globe, wrote: ‘‘If Colson can repent, there else. That’s the mark of a great father and a dable. He did not suffer fools gladly and he just has to be hope for everyone!’’ To which

VerDate Mar 15 2010 07:19 Jun 07, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A06JN8.025 E06JNPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS June 6, 2012 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E997 Chuck would be the first to say, Yes! that’s time: the sanctity of life for every single per- cells. But that night, through the witness of exactly the point. Hope for everyone, any- son including the elderly, the weak, and the Chuck Colson, they had received some good one. The invitation has gone out with your pre-born, each of whom is made in the image news: in Jesus Christ there are no untouch- name on it. It says RSVP. There is no limit of God (imago Dei) and is worthy of our re- ables. All of us bear that message whenever to this love of God. His grace and forgiveness spect and protection; the historic institution we walk the thin edge of costly discipleship. reach to the least, the last, and the lost, of marriage, not for the sake of tradition- John Calvin was right when he warned which, at the end of the day, is all of us, each alism but for the flourishing of families and against extravagant speculation in the mys- of us sooner or later, in one way or other. the nurture of children, an institution Car- tery of death. There is much we do not know. Of all the tributes that have been written dinal Timothy Dolan has called the corner- And this is a good occasion for each of us to about Chuck in recent days, the one that stone of society; and religious freedom, not think about our own deaths, for death waits touched me most deeply was by Mr. Lanny only for Christians, but for all persons every- for each of us around the next corner, or the Davis, who served as Special Counsel to where, and for religious institutions as well next. John Donne spoke of the democracy of President Clinton, the same title Chuck as for individuals, for synagogues, mosques, the dead. Mortality is egalitarian. It comes Colson had in his work at the White House temples and churches and the work they do equally to each of us, and when it comes, it with President Nixon. Mr. Davis described on behalf of the common good in education makes us all equal. Today we mourn with his meeting with Chuck several years ago at and benevolence. Chuck believed in these Chuck’s beloved Patty, the Colson family, a dinner before the National Prayer Break- things and he stood for them with courage, and countless citizens across our land and fast. They greeted one another, and Chuck charity and civility. around the world who have lost a great said to Mr. Davis, ‘‘I’ve wanted for a very For those who thought that this was just friend, champion, leader, and world Christian long time to say something to you: I am the old political Colson in a new disguise, he statesman. But we do not grieve as those sorry, may God forgive me.’’ ‘‘I looked at reminded them that while citizens in a rep- who have no hope, for as St. Paul has re- him, stunned,’’ Mr. Davis wrote. Chuck con- resentative democracy such as ours have a minded us, to live is Christ and to die is tinued, ‘‘You know, I’m the guy who put you special responsibility, the fundamental issue gain. on the enemies list—that was wrong, please is not political but spiritual. What Chuck ad- It has been said that this life is a chasm of forgive me.’’ Mr. Davis said, ‘‘I looked into vocated was a chastened form of civic virtue light suspended between two eternities of his eyes and I felt a strange and deep peace. based on the fact that Christians hold a dual darkness. But the Gospel Chuck Colson be- It was eerie. I also saw a profound goodness citizenship, one in this world, and the other, lieved and proclaimed tells a different story: and spirituality. My eyes teared up. ‘Of as St. Paul said, in heaven. With St. Augus- this life is the real shadowland, and often a course I forgive you, Mr. Colson.’ Mr. Davis tine, Chuck wanted us to avoid two mistakes vale of tears, suspended between two eter- then asked for Chuck’s forgiveness, as years that Christians have often made and that nities of light. We come into this world, each before he himself had spoken with hatred still tempt us today. of us, from the hands of the invisible God about Chuck. Immediately, Chuck hugged One is the lure of utopianism, the mistake who dwells in light inaccessible. And, we him. ‘‘I learned an important lesson that of thinking that we can produce a human so- leave this world, trusting in Jesus Christ, to night,’’ Lanny Davis said. ‘‘I vowed that I ciety that will solve our problems and bring go into what the African American preacher would never use the word ‘hate’ about people about the Kingdom of God on earth. This was calls the land of ‘‘no more,’’ no more sorrow, in politics with whom I disagreed.’’ the basic error of both liberalism and Marx- no more crying, no more pain or death, no Over the years, Chuck came to see the ism in the nineteenth century. But the other more crime or violence, no more prison and close connection between the despair he wit- error is equally disastrous: cynicism. This no more night, for we go into that land be- nessed within the prisons and the ‘‘culture of happens when we become so jaded by the evil yond the shadows where we shall have no death’’ in society on the outside. He knew around us that we are tempted to give up on need of candles, nor light of the sun, for the that genuine reform had to embrace the fam- this world altogether, to retreat into our Lord God will give light to all those gathered ily, the community, and the church as well own self-contained circle of contentment, around his throne and that of the Lamb. as the state. He came to see that the work he which can be either a pious holy huddle or a And in the meantime? How now shall we had done, and continued to do, in the prisons secular skeptics club. How are we to avoid live? would ultimately fail unless it was under- such reactions? One of Chuck’s last books was titled The girded by a robust Christian worldview, an Perhaps Francis of Assisi can help us here. Good Life. And it closes with these words: understanding of what it is we believe and One day after his conversion to Christ when ‘‘The good life? A life worth living? Indeed. how it applies to our lives. he was riding back to Assisi, he saw a leper But the good life is possible only if we live in This perspective was reinforced by the on the road. He reached out to embrace the expectation that life will end as richly as we three great intellectual heroes to whom leper and actually gave him a kiss. It was lived it, if we laugh off the maggots and af- Chuck turned again and again. William Wil- the kiss of peace. In that moment when he firm that these bones shall live in the res- berforce, the young member of Parliament embraced this filthy diseased outcast, urrection. Live each day as if it were the who devoted his life to the abolition of the Francis said that he was overcome by a dual best of days and the last of days. And when slave trade. And Abraham Kuyper, the Re- sensation. On the one hand, he was nau- the last of days comes, live it as the best of formed theologian and prime minister of the seated. He wanted to throw up. On the other days.’’ Netherlands whom Chuck quoted, I believe, hand, he was permeated with a sense of And who will take the place of Chuck more than anyone else. Kuyper said: ‘‘There sweetness (suavitas) and well-being, and both Colson? Earlier this year I visited the grave is not one square inch in the whole domain sensations were in that one embrace. of the great evangelist D.L. Moody who died of our human existence over which Christ, Chuck Colson knew that both reactions in 1899 in Northfield, Massachusetts. At that who is Sovereign over all, does not cry: were critical to our faith. If all we experi- time, everyone was saying, who can fill the ‘Mine, that belongs to me!’ ’’ And there was ence is nausea, we will become cynics. We shoes of the great D.L. Moody? There seemed Dietrich Bonhoeffer, a champion of faith and will give up on the world and turn away from no one on the horizon who commanded the conscience in one of the darkest moments of it in despair. But if all we have is sweetness, respect and loyalty that Moody had. It’s human history. Bonhoeffer, who preached a then our faith will amount to little more quite depressing to read the religious press gospel of costly grace and who, in 1937, wrote that sentimental fluff, what Schopenhauer of those days. But unbeknownst to anyone ‘‘When Christ calls a man, he bids him come called an ‘‘unscrupulous optimism that leads on earth at the time, a little baby named and die.’’ us nowhere but to vanity.’’ Genuine faith John was about to be born to Sir Arnold Chuck Colson was a Baptist but he had a and true ministry take place on the thin Stott and his wife Lily. About the same passion for Christian unity that reached far edge between nausea and sweetness. time, another little boy named Billy entered beyond his own denomination. In the early Chuck Colson often experienced that thin the Graham family in Charlotte. A few years nineteen-nineties, Chuck and his close edge. Once while visiting Trivandrum, India, later, Pastor and Sister King in Atlanta cele- friend, the late Father Richard John he was taken to a camp with more than a brated the birth of baby Martin. And in 1931, Neuhaus, brought together a group known as thousand inmates, most of them ‘‘untouch- in a hardscrabble section of Boston, a baby Evangelicals and Catholics Together—not a ables.’’ Caged in squalid holes, with no toi- named Charlie Colson arrived. mere coalition but a fellowship of earnest lets or running water, they were totally de- Today the servant of God named Chuck Evangelicals and faithful Catholics who rec- humanized, treated as outcasts. Speaking Colson is dead and the Lord is saying to us ognized that beyond all the differences that through a Hindi translator, Chuck shared his as he said to Joshua and the children of continued to separate us, we shared a funda- own testimony of grace and forgiveness. Israel long ago: as I was with Chuck, so I will mental unity as brothers and sisters in After the closing prayer, acting against the be with you. Be not afraid! I will not fail Christ, a vision for reconciliation that con- advice he had been given, he jumped down you, nor forsake you. Be strong and of a good tinues still. from the platform and ran to touch the men courage. Be not afraid! Be not dismayed. For This same impulse was behind the 2009 before him. Later, he wrote about this event: the Lord your God is with you wherever you Manhattan Declaration, which began as a ‘‘Suddenly, like a flight of birds, men rose to go. statement and has now become a movement their feet and circled around me. I shook Let us pray: Oh, God, whose days are with- of more than half a million Protestant, every hand I could. Most of the men just out end and whose mercies cannot be num- Catholic, and Orthodox believers all com- reached and touched; they were desperate to bered: Make us, we beseech thee, deeply sen- mitted to the three most pressing, and in- ‘touch,’ to know that the love God offers is sible of the shortness and uncertainty of life. creasingly contested moral issues of our real.’’ Later, they went back to their grim Remind us of the wonderful promise of our

VerDate Mar 15 2010 07:19 Jun 07, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A06JN8.027 E06JNPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E998 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 6, 2012 Lord Jesus Christ who said: ‘‘Come unto me, year in Cleveland. Please join me in acknowl- sional District of Missouri. I wanted to take this all ye that labor and are heavy laden and I edging the importance of this movement and opportunity to honor his service to a grateful will give you rest. We praise thee that the support they provide to continuing the Nation. through his atoning death on the cross, and his glorious resurrection, Jesus has opened peace education conducted on a daily basis at wide the gates of eternal life to all who be- the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum. f lieve. f Today we give thanks for thy servant PERSONAL EXPLANATION Charles Wendell Colson, for his steadfastness PERSONAL EXPLANATION in faith, obedience to thy Word, and love for HON. GRACE F. NAPOLITANO thy Church, for his gracious smile, loving HON. BRAD SHERMAN touch, and contagious confidence in Jesus OF CALIFORNIA OF CALIFORNIA Christ his only comfort in life and death, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ours as well. We say farewell in the sure and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES certain hope of the resurrection, until we Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Wednesday, June 6, 2012 meet again in that blessed land of ‘‘no Mrs. NAPOLITANO. Mr. Speaker, on Tues- more’’, through Jesus Christ our Lord, who Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I was un- liveth and reigneth with thee and the Holy avoidably absent yesterday. Had I been day, June 5th, 2012, I was absent during roll- Ghost now and forevermore. Amen. present, I would have voted ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall call vote No. 317 due to a family medical issue. Had I been present, I would have voted f No. 315, ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 316, ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall No. 317, ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 318. ‘‘no’’ on the McClintock of California Amend- IN RECOGNITION OF THE U.S. HOL- ment No. 5. f OCAUST MEMORIAL MUSEUM SECOND ANNUAL LUNCHEON IN OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL f CLEVELAND DEBT IN REMEMBRANCE OF FATHER HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH HON. MIKE COFFMAN JOHN J. CREGAN OF OHIO OF COLORADO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Wednesday, June 6, 2012 OF OHIO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased Mr. COFFMAN of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, to acknowledge the gathering of supporters of on January 20, 2009, the day President Wednesday, June 6, 2012 the United States Holocaust Memorial Mu- Obama took office, the national debt was Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in seum in Cleveland for the second annual $10,626,877,048,913.08. remembrance of Father John J. Cregan, who Cleveland Luncheon on Monday May 21, Today, it is $15,733,409,283,200.18. We’ve ministered to parishes throughout our commu- 2012. The luncheon featured remarks by Mu- added $5,106,532,234,287.10 to our debt in nity, including Blessed Sacrament, St. Jo- seum Director Sara Bloomfield, a Cleveland just over 3 years. This is debt our Nation, our seph’s Church, St. Thomas More and Our native, and former U.S. Attorney General Mi- economy, and our children could have avoided Lady of Angels. Father Cregan also served as chael Mukasey. Judge Mukasey discussed the with a balanced budget amendment. the Chaplain for the Cleveland Police and importance of the Museum’s training for f Fire, Greater Cleveland Police and Fire, Holy judges, ‘‘Law, Justice, and the Holocaust: How Name Society, Cleveland Office of the FBI, the Courts Failed Germany.’’ RECOGNIZING LIEUTENANT MARC the Greater Cleveland Police Emerald Society, The idea of a U.S. Holocaust Memorial Mu- ROGERS’ SERVICE Retired Irish Police Society and the Anchor seum began in 1978. On November 1, 1978, Club. Collectively, he held these roles for President Jimmy Carter established the HON. BILLY LONG more than forty years. ‘‘President’s Commission on the Holocaust,’’ OF MISSOURI Father Cregan had a long and distinguished chaired by author and Holocaust survivor Elie IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wiesel. The commission was charged with, history in Cleveland. Born on June 2, 1935, among other things, reporting back on how an Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Father Cregan went to St. Vincent de Paul appropriate museum could be created in Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- grade school and later graduated from Saint Washington to commemorate the Holocaust ognize and honor LTG Marc E. Rogers for his Ignatius High School. After attending St. which would be funded through contributions service to our country. Meinrad Minor Seminary, Borromeo Seminary, by the American people. The U.S. Holocaust Our country has been blessed to have citi- and St. Mary Seminary, Father Cregan was Memorial Museum was completed in 1993 on zens like Lt. Gen. Rogers who have selflessly ordained at Saint John Cathedral by Auxiliary 1.9 acres of land adjacent to the National Mall volunteered to defend our Nation and free- Bishop Floyd Begin on May 20, 1961. in Washington donated by the federal govern- dom. They are the reason why we are the Father Cregan was especially active with ment with the $200 million in construction strongest Nation on Earth, and the reason we safety organizations such as police officers costs paid completely by private donations. stand today with freedoms unparalleled across and firemen. He was an invaluable source of To quote Director Bloomfield, the ‘‘Museum the globe. Lt. Gen. Rogers joined the Air support, kindness and guidance for the presents the Holocaust in a way that chal- Force in 1974 and served as an electronic women and men who bravely serve in the line lenges people to confront human nature—the combat pilot, Aggressor pilot, instructor pilot, of duty. His service led to him being honored entire spectrum, from extraordinary evil that evaluation pilot, operations officer and com- with numerous awards, including becoming led to the mass murder of Jews to the extraor- mander. During his time in the Air Force he the 12th inductee of the Cleveland Police Mu- dinary goodness of people who risked their commanded at the squadron level, group, seum Hall of Fame. lives, risked the lives of their families to save wing and numbered air force levels. Lt. Gen. Father Cregan’s joy and strong faith were another human being, and every kind of shade Rogers led combat operations in Iraq and apparent after listening to any of his sermons. of human behavior in between. And, for me, it Bosnia. He has served in a variety of positions His kind spirit and good nature has brought says to people, now that you know this about at command headquarters including the Joint countless people to his church. His dedication, ourselves as a species, what must you do with Staff, U.S. Joint Forces Command, Head- generosity, and love to his members was like this? You must do something with this. You quarters U.S. Air Force, Tactical Air Com- no other. He truly cared for all people. We, as must be responsible for our species.’’ mand, U.S. Air Forces in Europe, Air Edu- a community, were blessed to have Father Mr. Speaker, Director Bloomfield’s perspec- cation and Training Command, and Air Force Cregan. tive sums up the practical necessity of peace Material Command. I offer my condolences to his sisters, Sister education, which I fully support and have ad- Our republic and the freedoms that flow M. Theresine, Rita Joyce, and Florence vocated on this floor and in the corridors of from it remain the envy of the world because Schwind and his 15 nieces and nephews. Congress. I am pleased that there is a na- of service and sacrifices of men and women Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me tional grassroots movement to support the like Lt. Gen. Rogers. I am proud of Lt. Gen. in honoring the life of Father John J. Cregan U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum and that Rogers’ service to our Nation and am honored who served his community selflessly with love the movement has convened for a second to call him my neighbor in the 7th Congres- and talent.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 07:19 Jun 07, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A06JN8.028 E06JNPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS June 6, 2012 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E999 RECOGNIZING DR. MATTHEW D.C., government organization and on energy To say that Evelyn believed in giving back HOLDEN, ACADEMICIAN policy, and as a witness before the House Ju- and paying forward would be an understate- diciary Committee on historical and constitu- ment—she devoted her entire life to helping HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON tional standards on Presidential impeachment. the most vulnerable members of our society. He has also been a witness on state legisla- The daughter of Polish immigrants, Evelyn OF MISSISSIPPI tive hearings on energy. worked hard to achieve the American Dream, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES He has also been a member of the Dele- graduating first from Brooklyn College and Wednesday, June 6, 2012 gate Assembly of the National Urban League, then going on to receive a Masters degree from Columbia University. Evelyn used her Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- the Education and Youth Incentives Com- education and training to help others by be- er, I rise today to honor and acknowledge Dr. mittee of the National Urban League, the coming a certified psychiatric social worker in Matthew Holden, Academician. Boards of Directors of the Madison, Wisconsin New York State. Holden was born in Mound Bayou, Mis- and Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania Urban Leagues, During World War II and its aftermath, she sissippi and subsequently grew up in Chicago. in local NAACP chapters, and is an active lay- helped veterans and their families cope with He is married to the former Dorothy Amanda person in the Episcopal Church. the psychiatric issues of war and also assisted Howard and they are the parents of Paul He has also been a strong advocate for im- children with respiratory ailments. During her Christopher Hendricks and John Matthew proving the analytical basis of African Amer- four-decade long career as a social worker, Alexander Holden. Holden is an alumnus of ican politics, and has spent recent years ad- she was a stalwart advocate for patients, as- Northwestern University (M.A., Ph.D., Political vancing the concept of a think tank on politics, sisting thousands of them at Jamaica, Long Is- Science, Anthropology minor), of Roosevelt economics, and government, especially in the land Jewish and North Shore hospitals. She University (B. A., Political Science, History Lower Mississippi Valley. One of his major was also the director of Long Term Care minor), and of Wendell Phillips High School current interests, as well, is historic preserva- Ombudservice, Nassau County, safeguarding (Chicago). tion, especially in Mound Bayou where the vi- the rights of nursing-home residents and help- He taught at Wayne State University in De- cissitudes of the contemporary economy are severe and adverse effects. ing families deal with the difficult transition of troit, the University of Pittsburgh, the Univer- placing loved ones into elder-care facilities. sity of Wisconsin—Madison, and the Univer- He is a former President of the American Political Science Association, a former Presi- Always the ardent activist, Evelyn was in- sity of Virginia, where he was the Henry L. volved with many social agencies and organi- and Grace M. Doherty Professor of Politics. dent of the Policy Studies Organization, a Fel- low of the American Academy of Arts and zations dedicated to assisting low income and He has also been the Newman Visiting Pro- vulnerable individuals, including: the Nassau fessor of American Civilization, Cornell Univer- Sciences, and a Senior Fellow of the National Academy of Public Administration. He holds Action Coalition, helping the aged and dis- sity, and has been a visiting professor at Jack- abled and blind on Social Security Income; the son State University. In his writings and expe- the LLD. (Hon.) from Tuskegee University, the L.H.D. (Hon.) from Roosevelt University, and Kimmel Housing Development Foundation, ad- rience, Holden has emphasized the connec- vocating for affordable housing; and the Social tion of political science concepts to the actual the L.H.D. (Hon.) from Virginia Theological Seminary. Holden has recently become a Action Committee of Temple Emanuel of world that they seek to explain, and of learn- Great Neck, serving as its chairperson. Evelyn ing from the actual world to refine concepts. member of the Board of the Abraham Lincoln Association. also received numerous honors for her good Professor Holden has written extensively in works during her long and varied career, in- many fields of the discipline of political Jackson State University has also created a Matthew Holden, Jr. Symposium Lecture in cluding: the American Jewish Congress science. This work has included energy poli- Woman of the Year award, the Nassau Coun- tics and environmental policy, regulatory policy recognition of his work and of his and Mrs. Dorothy Holden’s donation of the 4,000 vol- ty Social Worker of the Year award, and Nas- and practice, urban and metropolitan politics, sau County Senior Citizen of the Year award. public policy and administration, executive pol- ume library that is now called The Mrs. Doro- thy Howard Holden and Dr. Matthew Holden, Evelyn met the love of her life, Jack itics, law and politics, and race and ethnic poli- Weinstein, while she was attending Brooklyn tics. Jr. Reading Room. Holden’s academic, per- sonal, and official papers have mainly been College. They married in 1946 after Jack’s Among his works are Continuity & Disrup- service in the U.S. Navy and had three sons, tion: Essays in Public Administration, a study donated to the University of Virginia Archives. When those papers are processed they will Seth, Michael, and Howard. Jack went on to of race and politics entitled The Divisible Re- become a federal district judge, then chief public, an edited volume on Varieties of Polit- provide one of most extensive collections in any university of materials on regulatory policy judge, in the Eastern District of New York. But ical Conservatism, and contributions to a joint before Jack could become one of the most volume on Resources and Decisions. and procedure as seen from a commissioner’s standpoint. distinguished jurists in the country, Evelyn He is also the author of a new volume, now Holden served in the United States Army, worked nights as a social worker and helped in the last stage of writing, entitled The Prac- care for their young son so that Jack could at- tice of Power, a study of public administration with sixteen months in Korea in the 7th Infan- try Division Artillery. tend Columbia University law school. and political power, for the University of Okla- Evelyn was known for a lifetime of selfless Matthew Holden, Jr. is the Wepner Distin- homa Press. This volume is based on the devotion to her family, friends, coworkers, pa- guished Professor in Political Science, Univer- Rothbaum Lecture in Representative Govern- tients and clients. Her human touch and em- sity of Illinois—Springfield, a position he has ment delivered in 2001 and rewritten over the pathy for those in need led to the bettering of held since August 2009. He is the convener of past decade. In 1973, he published a two vol- thousands of lives, not just through her own the Wepner Symposium on the Lincoln Legacy ume perspective on race relations and civil work, but also through her efforts of teaching and Contemporary Scholarship. rights entitled The Politics of the Black ‘‘Na- people how to help people. She trained and tion’’ and The White Man’s Burden. A com- f supervised hundreds of social workers and bined trade edition was also published under volunteer ‘‘ombudspeople’’ along the way so the title The Divisible Republic. HONORING AND CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF EVELYN WEINSTEIN that they could continue to ‘‘pay forward’’ what He has also been engaged in many activi- Evelyn had ‘‘given back’’ to her community. ties outside the academy. He held full time ap- Evelyn was deeply committed to the concept pointive public office as Commissioner of the HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN of citizen representatives overseeing and en- Public Service Commission of Wisconsin and OF NEW YORK gaging in government programs in their com- as Commissioner of the Federal Energy Regu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES munities. latory Commission. He has been a member of Mr. Speaker, Evelyn’s energy and compas- Wednesday, June 6, 2012 the Electricity Advisory Board (U.S. Depart- sion for helping the disadvantaged never ment of Energy), Task Force on Electric Sys- Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today wavered, never flagged. She is already sorely tem Reliability (U.S. Department of Energy), to celebrate the life of Evelyn Weinstein, be- missed, but her gift of helping others, as well President’s Air Quality Advisory Board, and of loved mother, grandmother, and wife, tireless as inspiring all of us to help those less fortu- the Board of Directors of Atlantic Energy, Inc. advocate for the underprivileged, and friend to nate than us, will always endure. I ask all of Among his public affairs activities have been all who knew her. Regrettably, Evelyn passed our colleagues to rise and join me in honoring assignments in congressional testimony on away earlier this week. Evelyn Weinstein.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 07:19 Jun 07, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A06JN8.033 E06JNPT1 smartinez on DSK6TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1000 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 6, 2012 HONORING LEROY KELLER On this day they will visit the World War II, Vet.—Bluefield, W. Va.; Franklin Sargent— Korean and Vietnam Veterans memorials. I Age 77—Korean War Vet.—Bluefield, W. Va.; asked them while they are at the Korean War Conrad (Connie) Jenkins—Age 79—Korean HON. MICHAEL H. MICHAUD War Vet.—Lashmeet, W. Va.; Joel W. OF MAINE Memorial, to read the words chiseled in the Birchfield—Age 64—Vietnam Vet.—Lester, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES granite wall there, ‘‘Freedom is not free.’’ W. Va.; Raymond A. Desplaines—Age 60— Truer words were never uttered. Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Vietnam Vet.—Bluefield, W. Va.; Alphonso And, for their service, we, as a Nation, can Hancock—Age 74—Vietnam Vet.—Bluefield, Mr. MICHAUD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to never repay them, but I have to say, we darn W. Va. honor Mr. Leroy Keller of Scarborough, Maine, well better never quit trying to honor them in Ivan R. Freeland—Age 64—Vietnam Vet.— who is celebrating his 50th consecutive year our thoughts and prayers and deeds. Fairmont, W. Va.; David A. Simmons—Age 62—Vietnam Vet.—Bluefield, W. Va.; Randall as a volunteer with the American Legion, De- The Honor Flight is a measure of what the R. Lawhorn—Age 62—Vietnam Vet.; Robert partment of Maine Dirigo Boys State Program. service of Veterans has meant to those who B. Ashby—Age 73—Vietnam Vet.—Princeton, Leroy has been an integral part of the freely contribute to keep these missions of W. Va.; Johnnie Williams—Age 66—Vietnam Maine American Legion Boys State Program lasting memories for you going. We salute all Vet.—Bluefield, W. Va.; Justin S. Bays—Age for the last half century. Boys State programs those who contribute and help organize them. 65—Vietnam Vet.—Bluefield, W. Va.; James currently operate in 48 States around the And it’s up to those of us in the public sec- L. Scott—Age 70—Vietnam Vet.—Rock, W. country, and serve over 19,000 high school tor to stand firm in our Nation’s commitment to Va.; Donald F. Sternoff, Jr.—Vietnam Vet.— students ever year. Enrolled students are Veterans’ long term health care and other Bluefield, W. Va.; Ernest R. Rose—Vietnam Vet.—Age 63—Raysal, W. Va.; Jackie L. given the opportunity to learn about the oper- benefits. Etter—Vietnam Vet.—Age 75—Bluefield, W. ation of State and local governments by run- From towns born of mining, to our state Va. ning a model state. Boys State helps instill a born of war, to a nation under God, each of Richard N. Wirt—Vietnam Vet.—Age 74— sense of civic engagement in our youth, while West Virginia’s Veterans symbolizes the depth Princeton, W. Va.; Gary S. Bowling—Viet- also providing them with an experience that is of human giving and the height of divine com- nam Vet.—Age 63—Bluefield, W. Va.; Richard both fun and educational. The Department of passion. One word best describes what our Sturgell—Vietnam Vet.—Age 63—Thorpe, W. Va.; Stephen O. Beckett—Vietnam Vet—Age Maine Dirigo Boys State was founded in 1947, Veterans did: sacrifice. 59—Hiwassee, Va.; Laura King and Marie and through the hard work of people like What they, and those who served with Blackwell—Bluefield, W. Va. representing Leroy, the program has made a significant im- them, sacrificed is reflected in the white and their father and husband, David Blackwell, pact in the lives of thousands of Maine high black granite of our war memorials. They Vietnam Veteran who passed away 4 months school students. serve as timeless reminders to all who pass ago; Dreama Denver—Princeton, W. Va.— Few people can claim to embody the spirit their way that we must always remember and President, The Denver Foundation, V–Pres. of community engagement as completely as honor those who stood in harm’s way so that Always Free H. F. representing her deceased Mr. Keller. Leroy retired from a distinguished father Korean War Vet., Glen E. Peery; freedom’s light could continue to shine. Charles Thomas Richardson—Princeton, W. career as an educator in the Mount View and Every time a Veteran steps foot on the Va.—President, Always Free Honor Flight Deer-Isle Stonington School districts. He has grounds of one of the war memorials, they representing his deceased father WW II Vet., also refereed and coached youth sports for 40 honor all who did not live to see it. And their Clifford Richardson; Pamela Coulbourne— years in the Eastern Maine Conference. visit adds a living testament to the memorial’s Princeton, W. Va.—Exec. Assistant, The After five decades, Leroy’s commitment to significance, when each returns home and Denver Foundation, Coord. Always Free H.F. Maine’s youth through the Boys State Pro- tells family and friends about the experience. representing her deceased father WW II gram is second only to his 51-year marriage to These West Virginia Veterans defended our Vet.—Francis L. Fluharty; Steve Coleman— Bluefield, W. Va.—Official Photographer, his wife Mary. He has been the senior coun- Nation under the banner of red, white and The Denver Foundation & Always Free H. F. selor coordinator for most of his 50 years at blue; and on behalf of a grateful Nation, I pre- representing his deceased father WW II Vet., the organization, overseeing countless volun- sented each of them our country’s colors, Old James M. Coleman; Burk Allen Adkins— teers and students, including myself. I am Glory, to take home with them. Washington, D.C.—Board Member of Always humbled to be one of the many lives touched I am so proud of all Veterans and will con- Free H.F., Public Relations for The Denver by Leroy’s warmth and dedication. tinue to fight and to work with my colleagues Foundation, representing his deceased father On June 16, Dirigo Boys State will be hon- in the House to address their needs. As a Na- WW II/Korea Vet., Stanley Adkins. oring Leroy for his service at Thomas College tion, we have a duty and responsibility to sup- f in Waterville, ME. I can think of no one else port and acknowledge the great sacrifice that IN HONOR OF ST. MARTIN OF more deserving of this recognition. our veterans so willingly made for all of us. TOURS SCHOOL Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratu- So much of the Nation’s greatness rests on lating Mr. Keller on achieving this milestone, the shoulders of these protectors of America— HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH and thanking him for all that he does on behalf like the members of West Virginia Honor OF OHIO of Maine’s youth. Flight—whose commitment and duty to God, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f country, and family keeps strong the founda- tion of our republic. Wednesday, June 6, 2012 WEST VIRGINIA ALWAYS FREE May God always bless our Nation with men Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in HONOR FLIGHT and women such as these: honor of St. Martin of Tours School, a distin- Andrew Semonco—Age 88—WW II Vet.— guished primary Catholic school located in HON. NICK J. RAHALL II Bluefield, W. Va.; Harold Lee Dobbins, Sr.— Maple Heights, Ohio that is closing after 49 OF WEST VIRGINIA Age 85—WW II Vet.—Beckley, W. Va.; Robert years of serving the community. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Arthur Day—Age 85—WW II Vet.—Beaver, W. St. Martin of Tours was founded in 1963 Va.; Frank Martin Johnston—Age 90—WW II under the leadership of Pastor John J. Gerrity. Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Vet.—Bluefield, Va.; Howard B. Candler—Age The school originally had just three grades. Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 86—WW II Vet.—Bluefield W. Va.; Joseph One grade was added each year until each honor a group of distinguished West Virginia Laenen—Age 84—WW II Vet.—Montcalm, W. grade, from kindergarten through eighth, was Va.; Cecil Pennington—Age 83—WW II Vet.— Veterans—the State’s first Honor Flight—who Princeton, W. Va.; Buford S. Helmandollar— represented. The first principal was Sister came to Washington today to visit war memo- Age 86—WW II Vet.—Princeton, W. Va.; Wil- Mary Electa Coleman, a member of the Humil- rials and our Nation’s Capitol. It was my privi- liam D. Foley—Age 87—WW II Vet.—Crab Or- ity of Mary Sisters. lege to meet with them so that I could person- chard, W. Va.; Ralph L. Kiblinger—Age 82— Students at St. Martin of Tours participate in ally thank them for their outstanding service. I WW II Vet—Beaver, W. Va. many activities that are educationally, spir- am humbled and honored at any opportunity Victor T. Birchfield—Age 89—WW II Vet.— itually, and socially enriching. The 6th, 7th, to meet such remarkable American patriots Lester, W. Va.—joined Army in 1940’s in and 8th graders maintain pen-pal relationships and to pay tribute to those who have done so Hotchkiss, W. Va.—Sgt., served in the Euro- with residents of a local senior care facility. pean Theater in combat units, infantryman; much for us. Bruce Blevins—Age 86—WW II Vet.—Prince- The Liturgy Team collaborates with the West I welcomed them to their Nation’s Capitol, ton, W. Va.; Eugene Lusk—Age 87—WW II Side Catholic Center. Twice a month students and I do mean their Capitol, because without Vet.—Herndon, W. Va.; Leonard (Whitey) in grades 4–8 travel to the Center to volunteer them and their service to our Nation, this old Beckett—Age 87—WW II Vet.—Princeton, W. their service. Since 1989, students have par- capitol just might not be here. Va.; James A Harvey—Age 78—Korean War ticipated in the DARE program, a program that

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These in- eran’s Day, and for special prayer services to the adversity of his struggles. vestments need to be incentivized and sup- commemorate loved ones who have passed Logan graduated from Mifflinburg High ported by targeted public-private partnerships, away. School and completed one semester at Sus- policy reforms, and regulation changes. In 1997, the school won the National Blue quehanna University, until he was unable to One of the main engines for economic Ribbon of Excellence Award from the United continue due to his battle with cystic fibrosis. growth is a higher rate of employment, which States Department of Education. Despite the Along with his parents, Shawn and Kelly both reduces the burden on the economy and outstanding education students at St. Martin of Roush, and his grandmother, Betty gives consumers the purchasing power to sus- Tours have received for almost fifty years, this Hollenbach, Logan has served as a longtime tain a middle-class standard of living through year will be the school’s last. member of PACFI, emceeing their annual din- supporting industries. And ‘‘greening the econ- Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me ner for the past ten years. omy’’ creates good-paying jobs. in honoring St. Martin of Tours, a school that Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor my con- The theme of this year’s celebration is has provided education of the highest quality stituent, Logan Roush, and ask my colleagues ‘‘Green Economy: Does it Include You?’’ for decades. It will certainly be missed by the to join in praising his commitment to country On behalf of the 7,000,000 residents of the community it served. and community. 37th Congressional District of California whom f f I represent, I am proud to answer this ques- PERSONAL EXPLANATION CONGRATULATIONS TO MOUNT tion in the affirmative. The people, businesses, WASHINGTON CRUISES ON THEIR and institutions of the 37th Congressional Dis- 140TH ANNIVERSARY trict of California have taken groundbreaking HON. EMANUEL CLEAVER steps to strengthen and advance America’s OF MISSOURI HON. FRANK C. GUINTA green economy. For example, the Port of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Long Beach’s Clean Trucks Program has re- OF NEW HAMPSHIRE duced air pollution from harbor trucks by 90 Wednesday, June 6, 2012 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES percent. The City of Long Beach has imple- Mr. CLEAVER. Mr. Speaker, due to a com- Wednesday, June 6, 2012 mented several initiatives aimed at ‘greening’ mitment in my district, I had to miss votes on Mr. GUINTA. Mr. Speaker, it is with great its economy, including the Green Business H.R. 5325. Had I been present, I would have pleasure that I congratulate Mount Washington Recognition Program, the Environmental Pur- voted ‘‘no’’ on rollcall vote 315, ‘‘aye’’ on roll- Cruises on reaching your 140th anniversary. chasing Policy, and the foundation of the call vote 316, ‘‘no’’ on rollcall vote 317, ‘‘yes’’ New Hampshire is proud to be home to Green Job Center. on rollcall vote 318. some of the most beautiful sights in the North- As a member of the Sustainable Energy and f east. The White Mountains and Lakes Region Environment Caucus and the Committee on PERSONAL EXPLANATION have attracted tourists from all over the world, Transportation and Infrastructure, I have and the beauty and grandeur of Lake worked to advance environmentally sustain- Winnipesaukee has been shared with thou- able policies that will position our country to HON. DIANE BLACK sands of visitors thanks to the M/S Mount compete and win in the global economy of the OF TENNESSEE Washington. 21st century. In the 111th Congress, I intro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The MIS Mount Washington is truly one of duced the Diesel Emissions Reduction Act, Wednesday, June 6, 2012 New Hampshire’s greatest treasures and con- DERA, of 2010, which extended a national tinues to be one of the State’s leading tourist Mrs. BLACK. Mr. Speaker, during Floor con- and State-level grant, rebate and loan pro- attractions in the Lakes Region and for Weirs sideration of H.R. 5325 on June 1, 2012, I gram that created jobs and improved the Na- Beach. The daily in season tours give visitors mistakenly recorded my vote on roll No. 311 tion’s air quality. This legislation also provides the chance to view firsthand the beauty and as ‘‘no’’ on the question on agreeing to the economic incentives to decrease emissions majesty of Lake Winnipesaukee. With the abil- and protect the environment, which will result amendment offered by Mr. MCCLINTOCK of ity to hold 1250 passengers, the ‘‘Mount’’ has California. in significant health benefits for communities also been a popular venue for parties, wed- I intended to vote ‘‘yes’’, on the McClintock across the country. DERA was signed into law dings and various celebrations. Today Mount amendment, which sought to reduce the De- by the President on January 4, 2011. Washington Cruises is owned and operated by partment of Energy, Energy Programs, Energy I am also proud to have voted to pass such local individuals ensuring that this fine vessel Efficiency and Renewable Energy Account by other important ‘green’ legislation as the and her operations maintain in New Hamp- $1,450,960,000 and apply the savings to the American Clean Energy and Security Act, the shire and are run by New Hampshire’s great spending reduction account. Again, I would Home Star Jobs Act, and Renewable Energy citizens. like to reiterate my strong support for the Credits and Other Business and Individual I congratulate the owners, officers and crew McClintock amendment and wish to clearly Credits Act. of the Mount Washington Cruises for their state for the record that I support the amend- Mr. Speaker, since its inception in 1972 continued success and their dedication to ment to H.R. 5325 and did not intend to vote World Environment Day has grown to become maintain the great legacy of the M/S Mount against it. one of the main vehicles to focus attention Washington here in the Granite State. I wish f and encourage action by the international you all the best for continued success in the community in support of the environment. HONORING LOGAN ROUSH future. World Environment Day is a day for people f from all walks of life to come together to en- HON. TOM MARINO WORLD ENVIRONMENT DAY sure a cleaner, greener and brighter outlook OF PENNSYLVANIA for themselves and future generations. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Everyone counts in this initiative and every- HON. LAURA RICHARDSON one can help make a difference. Whether by OF CALIFORNIA Wednesday, June 6, 2012 organizing a neighborhood clean-up, stop IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. MARINO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in using plastic bags and get your community to honor of my constituent, Logan Roush, of New Wednesday, June 6, 2012 do the same, planting a tree, walking to work, Berlin, Pennsylvania. Ms. RICHARDSON. Mr. Speaker, today is starting a recycling drive, everyone can con- Logan, a 22-year-old, lifelong resident of World Environment Day. Established by the tribute to making our communities safer, Pennsylvania’s 10th Congressional District, United Nations and now in its 40th year, World healthier, and cleaner. will have the distinct honor of delivering the Environment Day draws the attention of the So on World Environment Day, I commend keynote address at this year’s dinner for international community to the urgent and con- all those individuals and organizations across Pennsylvania Cystic Fibrosis, Inc. tinuing need to address environmental issues. the Nation and around the world for the con- As an amateur historian, Civil War buff, and A ‘‘green’’ economy is one whose growth in tributions they are making and urge all Ameri- diehard Notre Dame football fan, Logan income and employment is driven by public cans to join them in the worthwhile effort.

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Having been blessed by God and escaping the full im- people who seized the opportunities this great Wednesday, June 6, 2012 pact of the storm, Grace Church stood and country has to offer and who used those op- Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in continually provided shelter, food, and encour- portunities to not only better their own lives honor of Tom and Beverly Jelepis, the former agement to those in need. but make a difference in the lives of those Mayor of Bay Village, Ohio and his wife. Grace Church has an illustrious history of around them. As we all know, citizens of the Tom Jelepis was the Mayor of Bay Village 65 years of service in Joplin, and has provided United States can trace their ancestry to many from 1994 to 2000. In August of 2010, Tom spiritual guidance for thousands of people nations. The richness and diversity of Amer- was diagnosed with non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma. spanning nearly seven decades. Grace ican life makes us unique among the Nations After ten months of treatment, Tom is now Church has been blessed to serve Joplin and of the world and is in many ways the key to cancer-free. However, the experience left his the surrounding communities. why America is the most innovative country in wife, Beverly, overwhelmed with the respon- f the world. The Ellis Island Medals of Honor sibilities of maintaining a home, a family, and not only celebrate select individuals but also also their real estate business. Friends and HONORING LANCE CORPORAL the pluralism and democracy that enabled our Bay Village residents were eager to help the JEFFREY KNIGHT ancestors to celebrate their cultural identities former mayor and his family by providing them while still embracing the American way of life. with food, lawn care services, and other day- HON. JEB HENSARLING Even in the midst of difficult financial times, to-day needs for which they no longer had OF TEXAS this award serves to remind us all that with time. The couple realized how difficult a can- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hard work and perseverance anyone can achieve the American dream. In addition, by cer diagnosis must be for people without such Wednesday, June 6, 2012 support, and was deeply thankful for the gen- honoring these remarkable Americans, we erosity of their friends and neighbors during Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, I am hum- honor all who share their origins and we ac- their difficult time. bled today to recognize Lance Corporal Jef- knowledge the contributions they and other Tom and Beverly have decided to establish frey Knight for his service to our country. groups have made to America. I commend an organization called Friends From the Start Lance Corporal Knight was a combat engineer NECO and its Board of Directors headed by that will provide the same basic services for for the United States Marine Corps, who was my good friend, Nasser J. Kazeminy, for hon- other cancer patients. The organization’s severely injured while serving in Afghanistan oring these truly outstanding individuals for website will include links to businesses that in June of 2011, resulting in the loss of both their tireless efforts to foster dialogue and are willing to offer their services for free or a legs and one hand. Currently undergoing build bridges between different ethnic groups, reduced cost to people with cancer. Friends treatment at Brooke Army Medical Center, as well as promote unity and a sense of com- From the Start will be run by volunteers and Lance Corporal Knight takes great pride in the mon purpose in our Nation. will also have volunteers present to personally fact that no other soldier was hurt under his Mr. Speaker, I ask all of my colleagues to assist the patients. watch. join me in recognizing the good works of Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me Thanks to the selfless sacrifice of Lance NECO, and in congratulating all of the 2012 in honoring Tom and Beverly Jelepis, a couple Corporal Knight and others like him, my chil- recipients of the Ellis Island Medals of Honor. familiar with the hardships of cancer who are dren will sleep in a safer and freer America to- I also ask unanimous consent that the names dedicated to maintaining the quality of life for night. As a father, as a congressman, and as of this year’s recipients be placed into the their neighbors should they battle this terrible an American, I am honored to offer this small CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. disease. token of gratitude to Lance Corporal Knight for 2012 ELLIS ISLAND MEDAL OF HONOR f his brave service to our nation. As Ronald RECIPIENTS Reagan once said, ‘‘We will always remember, A. Marshall Acuff, Jr., Michael W. Allen, GRACE APOSTOLIC CHURCH’S 65 we will always be proud, we will always be PhD, Nancy Arabian, Carol M. Baldwin, Mi- YEARS OF SERVICE ready, so we may always be free.’’ chael D. Bennett, Neil Berg, Peter Bheddah, On behalf of the constituents of the Fifth Ravishankar Bhooplapur, Herman Chanen, District of Texas, I extend prayers and best Sam Chang, Johnson Chen, Sanjiv Chopra, HON. BILLY LONG MD, MACP, William A. Cooper, Bita OF MISSOURI wishes to LCpl Knight for a speedy recovery. Daryabari and Helene Irma der Stepanian. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Leena Doshi, MD, NYS Lieutenant Gov- Wednesday, June 6, 2012 ernor Robert Duffy, Angelo Dundee, Robert A TRIBUTE TO THE 2012 ELLIS IS- F. Dunn, Annie Falk, Leonard A. Ferrari, Mr. LONG. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in cele- LAND MEDAL OF HONOR RECIPI- PhD, Jason C. Fu, Bob Gaudio, Fletcher bration of Grace Apostolic Church’s 65 years ENTS Doud Gill, Nishan Goudsouzian, MD, Richard of service in the community of Joplin, Mis- H. Grace, Dr. Peter Gruss, VADM Robert S. souri. Harward, USN, David A. Hirsch and Chung- HON. DAN BURTON Wha Hong. Grace Apostolic Church was founded in OF INDIANA Surendra Jain, MD, James J. Jimmerson, 1947, by the late Irving Baxter Sr. It was origi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Esq., Robert Trent Jones, Jr., Dr. Henry nally located at 16th and Pearl Street. In 1948, Wednesday, June 6, 2012 (Hyun Suk) Kang, Kevork Karajerjian, AIA, an Army chapel was picked from Fort Crowder Declan Kelly, Howard Kessler, Michele and moved to the location on 15th and Pearl, Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise Kessler, Dalida Keuroghlian, Dongsuk Kim, where the church remained until 1967. In today to congratulate the 2012 recipients of Paul Klaassen, Gerda Weissmann Klein, 1957, Reverend William J Garrett assumed the coveted Ellis Island Medal of Honor. Pre- Emrah Kovacoglu, Thomas C. Lee, MD and sented annually by the National Ethnic Coali- Harry Leibowitz, PhD. the pastorship. Sugar Ray Leonard, Hoi Ken Leung, Wil- In 1966, land was acquired at 2601 Con- tion (NECO), the Ellis Island Medal of Honor liam Li, MD, Emily E. Lin, AIA, Super- necticut, where the new facility was built. The pays tribute to our Nation’s immigrant herit- intendent David Luchsinger, Felix Luu, new building at 26th and Connecticut was age, as well as individual achievement. The David E. Luzzi, PhD, MBA, David S. Mack, dedicated in 1967 and Elder William Garrett medals are awarded to U.S. citizens from var- Spiro J. Macris, DDS, Kai D. Mai, DDS, Ray served as Pastor for 52 years. In 2009, Dr. ious ethnic backgrounds who exemplify out- Mancini, Steven G. Mandis, John A. Gary W. Garrett assumed pastoral duties. standing qualities in both their personal and Mattiacci, DPM, Leonard Mazur and James A major remodeling project was started by professional lives, while continuing to preserve H. McGuire. Hon. Gregory W. Meeks, Papken Megerian, Pastor Garrett and has transformed this prop- the richness of their particular heritage. We Lt Col Ed Monroe, USAF (Ret), Dr. Gordon erty. honor these outstanding individuals because H. Mueller, Colonel Mark Mykleby, USMC Grace Apostolic Church has impacted the they create a better world for all of us in the (Ret.), Ryan Nabors, MSIR, Ohannes Joplin area for 65 years and is a purpose-driv- future by the work they do today. Since the Nercessian, MD, Helen Ngan Shim Ng, Gen- en church. The vision of Grace Church is to Medal’s founding in 1986, more than 2,000 eral Raymond T. Odierno, USA, BGen Joseph

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Lehtinen, Ghassan M. Saab, Peter Kaivon he served as a Quick Reaction Force platoon For roll No. 310, an amendment by Con- Saleh, DrPH, Theresa Patnode Santmann, leader in support of Operation Sea Signal, re- gressman CHAFFETZ of Utah, Page 20, Line Wido L. Schaefer, Dr. Tamer Seckin, Dr. sponsible for the security and safety of over 15—Reduces Advanced Manufacturing by $74 Hasu P. Shah, Peter Stephen Shelley, MME, 2,000 Haitian and Cuban migrants and U.S. million, to FY 2011 spending levels, and trans- Brooke Shields, Joan Ellyn Silber, PhD, Dr. personnel on the base. fers this amount to the Spending Reduction Rajendra Singh, Ronald E. Spears and Joyce Upon leaving active duty, Captain McKee Account. I would have voted ‘‘aye’’. Philibosian Stein. For roll No. 311, an amendment by Con- John P. Thomas, MD, FACS, Dr. Ronan enrolled at Texas Wesleyan School of Law, at- tending classes at night while working full- gressman MCCLINTOCK of California, Amend- Tynan, Frankie Valli, Mohammad Reza ment No. 6—Reduces Energy Efficiency and Vaziri, Helen verDuin Palit, DHL, CAPT Joe time. In 2008, he was elected to serve as the Renewable Energy by $1.45 billion and puts Vojvodich, USCG, Paul E. Wakim, DO, Jose Henderson County District Attorney, taking of- the savings in the Spending Reduction Ac- M. Wiley, MD, FACC, FACP, FSCAI, Maj. fice on January 1, 2009. Gen. James L. Williams, USMC (Ret.), Dr. count. I would have voted ‘‘no’’. A year after assuming office, Captain For roll No. 312, an amendment by Con- Carolyn Y. Woo and Tommy C. Xie. McKee mobilized with the Army National f gresswoman KAPTUR of Ohio, Page 20, Line Guard’s 3rd Battalion, 256th Light Infantry 15—Transfers $10 million from the Depart- SUPPORT FOR FIRE AND SAFER Regiment for a deployment to Iraq on January ment of Energy Administrative accounts to En- GRANTS 4, 2010. During his deployment to Iraq, Cap- ergy Efficiency and Renewable Energy. I tain McKee served as the infantry operations would have voted ‘‘no’’. officer for the battalion and planned over For roll No. 313, an amendment by Con- HON. STENY H. HOYER 1,200 combat missions throughout Iraq, par- OF MARYLAND gressman TONKO of New York, Page 20, Line ticipating in many of them. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 15—Transfers $180 million from National Nu- While in Iraq, Captain McKee was awarded clear Security Administration—Weapons Ac- Wednesday, June 6, 2012 the Bronze Star for his actions and perform- tivities to Energy Efficiency and Renewable Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in ance in a combat zone. He was also awarded Energy for Weatherization assistance and support of the amendment offered by Mr. RUN- the Louisiana War Cross by the Adjutant Gen- state energy programs. I would have voted YAN and Mr. KISSELL and others, which seeks eral of the State of Louisiana. ‘‘no’’. to ensure that our Nation’s fire stations are Captain McKee currently serves as the com- For roll No. 314, an amendment by Con- adequately staffed and that firefighters have mander of Company A, 3rd Battalion, 156th gresswoman HAHN of California, Page 20, the tools they need to protect our communities Infantry Regiment, Louisiana National Guard Line 15—Adds $50 million to Energy Effi- safely and effectively. Specifically, this amend- out of Fort Polk, Louisiana. He and his wife, ciency and Renewable Energy offset by a ment will restore the successful FIRE and Ashley, have three children, Stuart, Ryan, and $100 million reduction in Fossil Energy Re- SAFER grant programs to last year’s funding Ranger. search and Development. I would have voted level of $337.5 million each. As the Member of Congress for the Fifth ‘‘no’’. Independent observers have found that District of Texas in the United States House of It is an honor to serve the people of the FIRE and SAFER work: an independent study Representatives, it is my honor to recognize 17th Congressional District of Illinois. from the U.S. Fire Administration found that Captain McKee for his service to our nation in f uniform and to the citizens of Henderson grants like these are making our fire depart- HONORING THE CONTRIBUTIONS County as the District Attorney. ments more prepared and better equipped to OF JEWISH AMERICANS protect our communities. Cutting FIRE and f SAFER makes it more difficult for our commu- PERSONAL EXPLANATION HON. FREDERICA S. WILSON nities to recruit, train, and retain skilled fire- OF FLORIDA fighters. And, it makes it far more difficult for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES our departments to equip themselves with the HON. ROBERT T. SCHILLING up-to-date tools critical to protecting property OF ILLINOIS Wednesday, June 6, 2012 and saving lives. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ms. WILSON of Florida. Mr. Speaker, today I want to make clear that I am not pleased Wednesday, June 6, 2012 it is my honor to rise and recognize the con- with the offset being used to restore this fund- tributions of Jewish-Americans to our nation. I ing. However, I recognize that my colleagues Mr. SCHILLING. Mr. Speaker, on Friday commend President Barack Obama for desig- were left with very few options, given the cuts June 1, 2012, I attended a family funeral and nating May 2012 as Jewish Heritage Month. was unable to cast my votes for Roll Numbers made to the overall bill. I am hopeful that this Also, I thank Congresswoman DEBBIE 306 through 313. These were amendments to will be addressed in conference with the Sen- WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, my fellow Floridian, for ate. H.R. 5325, the fiscal year 2013 Energy and leading the congressional effort to commemo- I urge my colleagues to support this amend- Water Development and Related Agencies Ap- rate Jewish Heritage Month. ment, fund FIRE and SAFER at the Fiscal propriations Act. My relationship with the Jewish community Year 2012 level, and protect these vital invest- Had I been present, my votes would have dates back to my childhood years. It was a ments in public safety. been as follows: very different time then. While segregation and For roll No. 306, an amendment by Con- f oppression were the norm, members of the gressman SCALISE of Louisiana Page 3, Line Jewish community treated me and my family HONORING CAPTAIN SCOTT MCKEE 16—Transfers $10 million from Department of with love and compassion. Decades later, Energy Salaries & Expenses to Corps of Engi- these guiding principles remain the same. HON. JEB HENSARLING neers construction account. I would have Today, as many of my colleagues honor Jew- OF TEXAS voted ‘‘aye’’. ish-Americans who have made significant con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES For roll No. 307, an amendment by Con- tributions to our nation, I will recognize Steven gressman KING of Iowa Page 3, Line 16— Sonenreich, a leader in the healthcare industry Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Strikes $1 million from Fish and Wildlife and and South Florida community. Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, I am hum- adds $571,000 to Operations and Mainte- Mr. Sonenreich has been a leader in my bled today to recognize Captain R. Scott nance. I would have voted ‘‘aye’’. community for over 30 years. In addition to McKee for his service to our country. In 1987, For roll No. 308, an amendment by Con- leading Mount Sinai Hospital, he is an advi- he enlisted in the Army as an airborne para- gressman MORAN of Virginia, Page 12, Line sory board member for the University of Miami trooper at the age of 17 and was soon accept- 16—Strikes Sec. 110. Sec. 110 prevents the School of Business’s Health Administration ed into Georgia Military College, where he Corps of Engineers from updating guidance Department and the 5,000 Role Models of Ex- was commissioned as a second lieutenant in concerning federal jurisdiction under the Clean cellence Project. Furthermore, he serves on 1991. Water Act. I would have voted ‘‘no’’. numerous other boards and committees.

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During my mother’s Lieutenant Colonel Roach for his service and 10 a.m. last moments, Mr. Sonenreich ensured that I acts of bravery that allow us the freedoms we Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs To hold hearings to examine risk man- had access to her, so that I could remain by enjoy today. agement, focusing on JPMorgan Chase her side. His commitment to serving others f and Co. and leadership are two factors accounting for SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS SD–G50 his remarkable career. Environment and Public Works After earning his Masters Degree in Busi- Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, To hold hearings to examine the nomina- ness Administration at the University of Miami, agreed to by the Senate on February 4, tions of Allison M. Macfarlane, of Mr. Sonenreich began his health care career 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- Maryland, and Kristine L. Svinicki, of at Mount Sinai in 1976. During his initial 20– tem for a computerized schedule of all Virginia, both to be a Member of the year tenure at Mount Sinai, he worked his way meetings and hearings of Senate com- Nuclear Regulatory Commission. through the ranks, starting in the finance divi- mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- SD–406 sion. He was Mount Sinai’s first Director of tees, and committees of conference. Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions Marketing and Business Development and This title requires all such committees Business meeting to consider any pend- ing nominations. later was named Vice President of Administra- to notify the Office of the Senate Daily SD–430 tion. In 1990, he became Executive Vice Digest—designated by the Rules Com- mittee—of the time, place, and purpose Veterans’ Affairs President and Chief Operating Officer, respon- To hold hearings to examine economic sible for all the operational management of the of the meetings, when scheduled, and opportunity and transition legislation. Medical Center. any cancellations or changes in the SR–418 In 1996, Mr. Sonenreich left Mount Sinai for meetings as they occur. 10:30 a.m. the opportunity to become Chief Executive Of- As an additional procedure along Appropriations ficer of Cedars Medical Center in Miami. with the computerization of this infor- Department of Defense Subcommittee Under his direction, Cedars won several mation, the Office of the Senate Daily To hold hearings to examine proposed awards for customer service and overall per- Digest will prepare this information for budget estimates for fiscal year 2013 for formance including Florida Medical Business printing in the Extensions of Remarks the Department of the Defense. Journal’s Annual Healthcare Award for the section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD SD–192 Best Run Hospital and Best Hospital Adminis- on Monday and Wednesday of each 2 p.m. Aging trator, Mercury Award for overall performance week. Meetings scheduled for Thursday, To hold hearings to examine empowering and the Systema Group’s Consumer Opinion patients and honoring individual’s June 7, 2012 may be found in the Daily Award in 2000. choices, focusing on lessons in improv- The Mount Sinai Medical Center Board of Digest of today’s RECORD. ing care for individuals with advanced Trustees recruited Mr. Sonenreich back to the illness. hospital in October 2001. Under his leader- MEETINGS SCHEDULED SD–562 ship, the hospital has won numerous awards, JUNE 12 2:45 p.m. Foreign Relations including the Solucient 100 Top Hospitals, 10 a.m. designation as a UnitedHealth Premium Car- Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions To hold hearings to examine the nomina- diac Specialty Center; the Clinical Trials Par- To hold hearings to examine equality at tions of Richard L. Morningstar, of ticipation Award presented by the American work, focusing on the ‘‘Employment Massachusetts, to be Ambassador to Society of Clinical Oncology, Excellence in Fa- Non-Discrimination Act’’. the Republic of Azerbaijan, Timothy SD–106 M. Broas, of Maryland, to be Ambas- cility Expansion (Mount Sinai’s cardiac cath- sador to the Kingdom of the Nether- eterization lab) from South Florida Business Judiciary To hold an oversight hearing to examine lands, and Jay Nicholas Anania, of Journal, Excellence In Health Services (Mount the Department of Justice. Maryland, to be Ambassador to the Re- Sinai’s Community Clinical Oncology Program) SD–226 public of Suriname, all of the Depart- from South Florida Business Journal and Kids 2:30 p.m. ment of State. Crown Award—Best Place to Give Birth in Armed Services SD–419 Miami-Dade County and South Florida. Emerging Threats and Capabilities Sub- Mr. Steven Sonenreich remains one of our committee JUNE 14 nation’s most outstanding community leaders To hold hearings to examine prolifera- 9:30 a.m. and providers of healthcare. I thank him today tion prevention programs at the De- Energy and Natural Resources for his service to South Florida and our nation. partment of Energy and at the Depart- To hold hearings to examine competi- ment of Defense in review of the De- f tiveness and collaboration between the fense Authorization Request for fiscal United States and China on clean en- year 2013 and the Future Years Defense HONORING LIEUTENANT COLONEL ergy. Program; with the possibility of a SD–366 ROBERT ROACH (RETIRED) closed session in SVC–217 following the 10 a.m. open session. Homeland Security and Governmental Af- SR–232A HON. JEB HENSARLING fairs OF TEXAS Appropriations Departments of Labor, Health and Human Federal Financial Management, Govern- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Services, and Education, and Related ment Information, Federal Services, Wednesday, June 6, 2012 Agencies Subcommittee and International Security Sub- Business meeting to markup proposed committee Mr. HENSARLING. Mr. Speaker, I am hum- budget estimates for fiscal year 2013 for To hold hearings to examine saving tax- bled today to recognize Lieutenant Colonel Labor, Health and Human Services, payer dollars by curbing waste and Robert Roach for his service to our country. and Education, and Related Agencies. fraud in Medicaid. Lieutenant Colonel Roach joined the United SD–124 SD–342 States Army Air Forces as an Aviation Cadet Intelligence 2:15 p.m. in November of 1942, was called to active To hold closed hearings to examine cer- Indian Affairs duty in January of 1945, and beginning at age tain intelligence matters. To hold an oversight hearing to examine new taxes on tribal self-determination. 21, piloted his B–17 through 35 missions into SH–219 3:30 p.m. SD–628 Germany during World War II. Appropriations 2:30 p.m. During one of these missions, his plane was Financial Service and General Government Intelligence hit by ground fire. Fearful that they would not Subcommittee To hold closed hearings to examine cer- make it, he ordered his crew to bail out. Business meeting to markup proposed tain intelligence matters. Thankfully, he survived and continued to budget estimates for fiscal year 2013 for SH–219

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