E58 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 21, 2021 mainstays of a proud and historic community. years. I have no doubt that they will continue showed livestock at the Boone County Fair. However, the Chamber’s extensive catalog of this important work over the next century and After graduation, she took classes at events engages with all sorts of communities. beyond. Kishwaukee College. Alexis was a member of Its organization and sponsorship of events like f Hillcrest Covenant Church in DeKalb. the annual Halloween parade, a weekly Alexis enjoyed spending time with her family Foodie Friday that promotes local restaurants, IN RECOGNITION OF KAREN and friends. She loved meeting new people. and the SantaCaliGon Days Festival bring joy MCCARTHY’S 37 YEARS OF SERV- She married Matthew on May 23, 2015. They and warm memories to those fortunate ICE spent their married life in Clare where she enough to call Independence home. And as thrived in maintaining a loving home for her the current public health crisis continues to HON. PETER husband and sons. Her favorite thing in life pose unprecedented challenges and difficult OF was being a stay at home mom to her two decisions to small businesses, the Independ- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES boys. ence Chamber of Commerce has risen to Alexis is survived by her husband, Matthew; Thursday, January 21, 2021 meet the moment. It has reimagined how to sons, Fredrick and Franklin; parents, Lori help local businesses and continues to serve Mr. MEIJER. Madam Speaker, I rise today Jackson and Derrick Lander, Toby and Darla as a vital resource for those navigating the to recognize the career and service of long- Hauck; parents-in-law, Jeff and Lauri Paulsen; narrow waters between a struggling economy time Michigan resident, Mrs. Karen McCarthy. brother, Dylan (Jasmine) Hauck; brothers-in- and a lethal virus. Additionally, the Chamber’s After 37 years, Mrs. McCarthy begins a law, Tim (Cassie) Paulsen and Chris (Katie) concerted effort to spread awareness about well-deserved retirement after decades of pub- Paulsen; nieces, Makayla Hauck, Olivia, Nola, various COVID–19 relief funds has been the lic service to our local communities, and she and Brielle Paulsen; grandparents, Ann Carrel, difference, for many family-owned businesses, will certainly be missed by the countless West Roger and Marilyn Jackson, Fred and Barb between surviving a difficult year and being Michiganders that she has helped and worked Hauck, Leanna Kacmarek, Betty Paulsen, forced to close. In short, the Chamber’s work alongside over these many years. Mrs. Carol and Terry Dyer, and David and Eena has ensured that President Truman’s home- McCarthy worked in community affairs for Lundberg; and 16 aunts and uncles. Alexis is town continues to grow and prosper. Consumers Energy and she most recently preceded in death by her grandfathers, Mort However, the Chamber’s work extends far served as Community Affairs Manager in Kent Carrel and Adolph Paulsen. beyond Independence city limits. Its annual County, based in Grand Rapids. In that role, My deepest condolences to the Paulsen and lobbying day in Jefferson City and Wash- she was responsible for local government and Hauck families. This is indeed a tragic time, ington, D.C. helps promote the policies nec- community relations, charitable giving, and but also a time of reflection and hope. I am essary for robust business growth and eco- economic development throughout Kent Coun- often reminded, ‘‘the pain you feel today is the nomic development not only in the great state ty. strength you feel tomorrow. For every chal- of Missouri, but across the entire country. And It is difficult to overstate Mrs. McCarthy’s lenge encountered, there is opportunity for as this year has placed a renewed and long- connection to our community. Along with her growth and healing.’’ May the Lord give you overdue emphasis on community-owned work at Consumers Energy, she has served that strength during this time. broadband service, affordable quality housing, on numerous local committees and spent her f and neighborhood inclusivity, the Chamber personal time volunteering with organizations has been an effective advocate for many of dedicated to combatting poverty and empow- HONORING THE LIFE OF RONALD the issues that inspired me to run for City ering women and girls. Her compassionate FRANCIS DWYER Council, for Mayor, and then for Congress. spirit, service to the public, and strong work Through their advocacy, the Chamber has ini- ethic have made her an essential piece of HON. DARIN LaHOOD tiated and supported several infrastructure de- West Michigan society. OF ILLINOIS velopment and neighborhood revitalization Mrs. McCarthy’s passion for serving others IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES projects that have benefitted a broad coalition and dedication to her community have left a Thursday, January 21, 2021 of communities. It recognizes that policies that lasting impact, and we hope that her example are good for hardworking individuals in all will inspire younger generations to feel a simi- Mr. LAHOOD. Madam Speaker, I would like kinds of communities are also good for busi- lar call to public service. We wish her a joyful to honor and remember the life of Ronald nesses, and I look forward to our continued and peaceful retirement with her family and Francis Dwyer, who passed away on Decem- partnership as we support Missouri families. friends, and we remain grateful for her con- ber 24, 2020, at the age of 77 after an eight- But as I mentioned, it is not just the Cham- tributions that have improved the lives of so year battle with cancer. ber’s policies, but also its presence, that have many of her fellow West Michiganders. Born in Edwards, Illinois in 1943, Ron dis- tangible positive effects on the district I rep- Madam Speaker, I urge all members of this played natural gravitation towards community resent. body to join me in commending Mrs. McCarthy and teaching. Ron worked in education for 46 With every educational seminar, a small for her service and her long career helping the years as a teacher/counselor, coach, and prin- business owner gains an opportunity to inno- people of the great state of Michigan. cipal for Spalding High School, Limestone vate and incorporate new ways to grow their f High School, East Peoria High School, Notre business. With every networking event, the Dame High School, Armstrong Oakview Grade Chamber connects leaders who can collabo- HONORING THE LIFE OF ALEXIS School in East Peoria, Paul Bolin Grade rate and form symbiotic partnerships that ben- PAULSEN School in East Peoria and Central Junior High efit all of us. With every ribbon cutting and School in East Peoria. After he retired from 23 grand opening ceremony, the Chamber offers HON. DANNY K. DAVIS years in public schools and 23 years in private a business the vital publicity and web of sup- OF ILLINOIS schools, Ron began serving for three years as port needed to grow and succeed. Running a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a bailiff for the Peoria County Court House. business is hard. But for one hundred years, Ron spent 21 years as a sports official in bas- Thursday, January 21, 2021 the Independence Chamber has made it easi- ketball, baseball, and football. Ron is a mem- er for the aspirational among us to capitalize Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois. Madam ber of the Peoria Sports Officials Hall of on the same entrepreneurial spirit that made Speaker, I rise today to honor the life of Alexis Fame. the American economy the envy of the world. Grace (Hauck) Paulsen, the daughter of Toby Ron was a man of deep faith and a member Madam Speaker, I ask that you join me in Hauck, President of the Air Traffic Controllers of St. Mary’s Catholic Church in Kickapoo, Illi- congratulating the current and former staff Local ZAU and an Illinois resident. nois, where he belonged to Bishop Rosati members who have organized the daily activi- Alexis Grace (Hauck) Paulsen was born Council of the Knights of Columbus. Ron’s de- ties of the Independence Chamber of Com- September 14, 1992, at Scott AFB, Illinois and vout service awarded him the PRO Ecclesia merce, as well as all the past and present died Monday, January 18, 2021, in Clare, Illi- ET Pontific Medallion from the Diocese of Pe- members of the Chamber’s Board of Directors, nois, at the age of 28. oria in 2000, the Peoria Notre Dame Founda- who have served as dutiful stewards of this Alexis graduated from Hiawatha High tion award in 2004, and the Alumni of the thriving organization. The Independence School in 2011 in Kirkland, IL. Throughout Year Award in 2017. The religious values and Chamber of Commerce has brought together high school Alexis participated in volleyball, foundation of faith instilled through Ron’s entrepreneurs and served as a stalwart of basketball, softball and FFA. She was a mem- teachings will continue to strengthen our com- growth and resiliency for the past one hundred ber of the County Progressors 4–H Club and munity for years to come.

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He leaves his wife, Margaret Taylor; his pact on those who had the pleasure of know- daughter, Michelle Gonella; his son, Michael Thursday, January 21, 2021 ing and learning from him. Gonella (Chelsea) and grandsons, Nick and Ms. ESHOO. Madam Speaker, I rise today Alex; and his son, Stephen. f to honor the life and work of a distinguished Madam Speaker, I ask the entire House of American and a brother-friend, Adolph Floyd Representatives to join me in expressing our INTRODUCTION OF THE NATIONAL Gonella, Ph.D., who was born on November 1, condolences to Margaret Taylor and the entire COMMISSION ON THE INSURREC- 1933 in San Mateo County, California, and Gonella family. Floyd Gonella lived a purpose- TIONIST ATTACK UPON THE passed away on January 4, 2021, at the age ful life, transforming the lives of countless stu- CAPITOL ACT of 87. Floyd Gonella was the son of Amedeo dents who he had great faith in. He made our and Margherita Gonella who were immigrants community a better place to live in and learn, HON. from Italy. His father was a farmer who raised and he strengthened our country with his cabbage and artichokes. Floyd’s family lived OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA countless contributions. humbly and he learned from them the value of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f hard work and service to others. He experi- Thursday, January 21, 2021 enced anti-Italian discrimination during World IN RECOGNITION OF JEAN OVERMAN Ms. NORTON. Madam Speaker, today, I War II when they were declared enemy aliens rise to introduce the National Commission on and placed under curfew as residents of a the Insurrectionist Attack Upon the United coastal county. This contributed to his empa- HON. OF MICHIGAN States Capitol Act, which would create a na- thy and passion for helping the disadvantaged IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tional commission to provide a complete ac- among us. Dr. Gonella earned his degree in education count surrounding the attack on the United Thursday, January 21, 2021 and several teaching certificates from San States Capitol on January 6, 2021, including Francisco State where he was a star football Ms. TLAIB. Madam Speaker, I rise today to preparedness and response. The commission player, and he earned a doctorate in edu- acknowledge the exemplary leadership and would also present recommendations on how cation at the University of California, Berkeley. faith-based work of Pastor Jean Overman, to protect our country from future attacks. My His distinguished career included service as who has been recognized as the 2021 Pastor bill is modeled on the bipartisan legislation an adjunct professor at Santa Clara University, of the Year for the National Christians in Ac- that created a national commission to inves- and as Superintendent of the Jefferson Union tion. tigate the terrorist attacks of September 11, Pastor Jean Overman has dedicated her en- High School District. He went on to be elected 2001. tire life’s work to serving the people in her to three 4-year terms as the San Mateo Coun- What happened on January 6, 2021, is no community in and around Inkster and Western ty Superintendent of Schools and was consid- less grave, no less revealing than what hap- Wayne County in Michigan’s 13th Congres- ered ‘Mr. Education’ by everyone. sional District. Her drive to serve for the good pened to our country in 2001. In 2001, we re- Dr. Gonella retired as County Super- of our communities has had a profound impact alized that we were woefully unprepared for a intendent of Schools in 2003 and stepped up on the lives of many. In addition to her pas- foreign terrorist attack. The bipartisan national to become Superintendent of East Palo Alto’s toral duties and spiritual work, she serves as commission created by Congress conducted bankrupt Ravenswood City School District. Executive Director of Operation Refuge, a an unbiased investigation and helped us im- Working with city, school and community lead- local charitable organization that runs a num- prove our defenses against international ers he revitalized the district and brought it to ber of programs to assist our most under- threats. fiscal and educational health. He then went on served populations. Its Mother’s Pantry pro- Now we are faced with another threat, but to the dysfunctional Vallejo City Unified School gram affords families emergency food assist- this one does not come from outside, it comes District where he and Superintendent Rick ance in a grocery store-style setting. And, its from within. The people who ransacked and Damelio were successful in rescuing the dis- Camp Inspire, a summer STEM camp, is a defaced the U.S. Capitol, the people who trict. In addition to assisting poorly performing catalyst to instill confidence in young women threatened elected officials trying to fulfill their school districts, Dr. Gonella and his wife, Mar- and inspire them to explore science and tech- constitutional duty were not foreigners; they garet, created the Daly City Youth Health Cen- nology studies. were Americans. In order to tackle this new in- ter which has been providing services to low- In short, Pastor Jean Overman is an advo- ternal threat to our democracy, we must un- income teens for thirty years. cate for social justice, uplifting issues around derstand it, and we cannot understand it with- Dr. Gonella earned many awards, including poverty, education, racial justice and more. out investigating how this attack on the U.S. Coach of the Year in 1962 and the Fred Her work reflects her love of community and Capitol occurred. Kiesel Distinguished Service Award. He her passion for creating a better future for our The commission created by my bill would served on the California Advisory Council on families. Her commitment to help those in draw upon all available evidence and prior in- School Restructuring and was named Out- need is unwavering and truly reflective of what vestigations to generate a full and complete standing Alumnus by the San Francisco State it means to live like Christ. accounting of the circumstances of the attack Education Department. For three decades he Pastor Jean Overman is a true public serv- and the country’s preparedness for and imme- served as Team Chair of the Western Asso- ant, and we are truly grateful for her advocacy diate response to the attack. This commission ciation of Schools and Colleges, frequently and her work every day serving the district. must be above the fray of politics to give us traveling to various Asian countries to accredit Please join me in recognition of her out- clear answers on what happened on January schools. He also led the Daly City Chamber of standing achievement. 6th. The American people deserve unbiased Commerce in an extensive membership drive. answers. Dr. Gonella gave generously of his time and f What happened is deeply personal for me considerable talents to the San Mateo County INTRODUCTION OF THE ROAD and for many who live or grew up in the Dis- Child Care Partnership Council, the Criminal USER CHARGE ADVANCEMENT trict of Columbia, where the U.S. Capitol is lo- Justice Council, the San Mateo County AIDS ACT OF 2021 cated. We all recognize the U.S. Capitol as a Program Community Advisory Committee, the sacred symbol of democracy, but domestic Junior Statesmen Foundation, the First 5 HON. terrorists came into my hometown and Commission, and the American Heart Associa- OF OREGON wreaked mayhem on our federal governing in- tion. In 2003, the County Office of Education IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stitutions. The commission would provide de- honored him by naming its offices the Floyd finitive answers to help Congress determine Gonella Education Center. Thursday, January 21, 2021 policies to ward off such attacks in the future. Floyd Gonella was a decades-long friend Mr. BLUMENAUER. Madam Speaker, today I urge my colleagues to support this impor- and trusted advisor to me and beloved by my I introduced the Road User Charge Advance- tant bill. entire family. His compassion and care for ment Act of 2021. This legislation passed the

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