May 9, 2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E617 Mr. Jollivette lived an extraordinary life that I end with the inimitable words of Pedro RECOGNIZING LISA BUCHHOLZ cannot be categorized. His legacy will forever Martinez, ‘‘Whether you loved David or hated FOR WINNING THE GOLDEN be a part of his hometown and his dedication him, he gave you everything to love or hate. APPLE AWARD to community embodies the spirit of public He was a force of nature. He was a big broth- service. We cannot match the sacrifices made er to a lot of Latin players . . . Nobody—none HON. PETER J. ROSKAM by Mr. Jollivette, but surely we can try to of the other players from the Dominican, in- OF ILLINOIS match his sense of service. We cannot match cluding me—does more for society than IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his courage, but we can strive to match his David. He’s a better man than he is a Wednesday, May 9, 2018 devotion. Mr. Jollivette’s survivors include his daugh- player.’’ As the first Dominican American elect- Mr. ROSKAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ter Lynn Jollivette Johns; two sisters Regina ed to the U.S. Congress, it is my distinct congratulate Mrs. Lisa Buchholz, a first grade Jollivette Frazier and Cleo L. Jollivette, and pleasure to celebrate —‘‘Big teacher at Abraham Lincoln Elementary two grandchildren. Papi’’—for all his success. School in Glen Ellyn, Illinois, for being award- Mr. Speaker, I celebrate the life and legacy ed with the prestigious 2018 Golden Apple of Mr. Cyrus ‘‘Russ’’ Jollivette. f Award for Excellence in Teaching & Leader- f ship. IN RECOGNITION OF RASHEDA This honor is bestowed on those teachers in RECOGNIZING DAVID ‘‘BIG PAPI’’ ALI’S TIRELESS ADVOCACY FOR recognition of their contributions to building a ORTIZ PARKINSON’S DISEASE stronger, better-educated society. Every year since 1986, Golden Apple has chosen 10 out- HON. ADRIANO ESPAILLAT standing teachers to receive the award. Award OF NEW YORK HON. DEBBIE DINGELL recipients are nominated by their fellow edu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cators, students, parents and community lead- OF MICHIGAN Wednesday, May 9, 2018 ers. The 2018 award recipients were selected Mr. ESPAILLAT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES over 650 nominations, highlighting Mrs. Buchholz’s worthiness. recognize David ‘‘Big Papi’’ Ortiz who to this Wednesday, May 9, 2018 day stands as among the most feared hitters Over the course of 27 years in the class- in . His success as a Mrs. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to room, Mrs. Buchholz has encouraged thou- sands of students to strive for the highest of player began with his journey from his home— honor Rasheda Ali as she is recognized by standards and to expect more of themselves our home—the Dominican Republic. It was the American Human Rights Council (AHRC). Pedro Martinez, his fellow Dominican team- and each other every day. It is no coincidence Her efforts have been paramount in bringing that as a result of her leadership many of her mate on the , who said of recognition and hope to those suffering from David Ortiz, that ‘‘A guy from a shack in the students adopt an ‘‘I can’’ attitude in school various neuro-cognitive disorders. Dominican lifted up the hearts of an entire and life. According to a former-Golden Apple city.’’ Founded in 2014, the AHRC brings together recipient who reviewed Mrs. Buchholz’s nomi- No For all the fame and glory that ‘‘Big community leaders and civil rights activists to nation, ‘‘It’s like you can tell the magic and the Papi’’ epitomized as No. 34, in Boston, his ca- promote and defend human rights definded in chemistry the minute you walk into her class- reer began as No. 27 with the Minnesota the United States’ Constitution and by the room.’’ Mr. Speaker and distinguished colleagues, Twins. His ascension to the Major Leagues United Nations’ Declaration of Human Rights. please join me to recognize Mrs. Lisa with the Minnesota Twins was one measure of Initially focused on protecting and preserving professional success, it was not permanent. Buchholz for her outstanding leadership in the rights of prisoners, the AHRC has ex- teaching and congratulate her on being award- Returning to the Dominican Republic and then panded its advocacy efforts to address press- the encouragement from his fellow country- ed with a 2018 Golden Apple Award for Excel- ing humanitarian issues in the United States men that followed lent perspective that what- lence in Teaching & Leadership. and abroad. The AHRC has been able to draw ever happens—however challenging on its f attention to human rights issues through its face—presents opportunity. That new oppor- INTRODUCTION OF THE NON-FED- tunity for unmatched success and a storied work with local and state partners, including Rasheda Ali. ERAL RESERVOIR OPERATIONS career in baseball began with the Boston Red IMPROVEMENT ACT Sox in 2003. As the daughter of Muhammad Ali, Ms. In the Dominican Republic, baseball is be- Rasheda Ali has witnessed the devastating toll HON. JIM COSTA loved. When anyone Dominican succeeds, we of Parkinson’s Disease firsthand. After watch- OF CALIFORNIA all succeed. And yes, we celebrate those suc- ing her father suffer for more than 30 years IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cesses. What we celebrate is that in each from the disease, she was inspired to speak Wednesday, May 9, 2018 generation, there becomes more permanent a publicly about his struggles and help shine a sense that no matter where you are born or light on Parkinson’s Disease. Her book ‘‘I’ll Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, as we in the San whether you lived in a shack, you can suc- Hold Your Hand So You Won’t Fall—A Child’s Joaquin Valley know, ‘‘food grows where ceed. It means that anyone born in Santo Do- water flows.’’ mingo, Manoguayabo, Nizao, Laguna Verde, Guide to Parkinson’s Disease’’ has been read by families all across the world. Ms. Ali travels We also know the ravages of drought and San Pedro de Macoris, Hato Mayor, Altamira, are the first communities in California to expe- across the globe raising awareness for neuro- Villa Gonza´lez, Monte Cristi, or Samana´ can rience drought’s harmful effects. look to David Ortiz and know that they too can cognitive disorders and meeting with families For over 30 years, I have worked to emulate his resilience and fortitude and who shared her family’s experience. Her work strengthen water supply reliability for the San achieve his degree of success and beyond. has elevated her to a public platform and she Joaquin Valley and throughout California. In recognizing David Ortiz, I would be re- has appeared on many news networks includ- While I was in the California Legislature, I miss to not share his professional accolades. ing NBC, CNN, MSNBC and FOX. Through authored the legislation to create the Kern While some came at the expense of MY New her speaking events and travel, Ms. Ali has County Water Bank, led 2 water bonds and York Yankees, no one can deny his domi- raised awareness and funds for Parkinson’s helped to pass 2 others, providing more than nance: 7x Edgar Martinez Outstanding DH of Disease, and we are grateful for her work. It $2 billion dollars to improve California’s water The Year; 7x Silver Slugger; is my hope that she will continue to advocate system and provide for safe, reliable drinking 10x American League All-Star; 2011 Roberto for medical research and lead the way into a water. Clemente Award Winner; 2x American League world without Parkinson’s Disease. In Congress, I have secured approval of the Award Winner. And then there is Madera Irrigation District Water Bank, the San the Post-Season: 2004 American League Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Luis Intertie, and the North Valley Regional Champion Series Most Valuable Player; 3x in honoring Rasheda Ali for her life’s work as Recycled Water Project, bringing hundreds of Major League Baseball Cham- a Parkinson’s Disease advocate. Her actions thousands of acre-feet of more secure water pion; and 2013 World Series Most Valuable inspire us to put others before ourselves and to the San Joaquin Valley. Player. And it all began after graduating from speak up to advance the causes that we be- I also worked on a bipartisan basis to pass Estudia Espaillat High School. lieve in. the Water Infrastructure Improvements for the

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