March 13, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 6195 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS AN HISTORIC MOMENT IN UNITED serious problem. The recent wave of des­ vaded our Nation to a level that already bor­ STATES-ALBANIAN RELATIONS perate refugees fleeing to Italy highlights the ders on the absurd. terrible conditions in Albania. It is my hope THE MENACE OF QUOTA-THINK HON. WM.S.BROOMFIELD that our Government will be able to provide (By John Leo) OF MICHIGAN some form of humanitarian assistance to the A curious story from a friend who follows IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Albanian people during these challenging New York City politics closely: Three munic­ ipal employees, all white males, recently de­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 days. The imminent arrival of United States dip­ cided not to attend an important committee Mr. BROOMFIELD. Mr. Speaker, I am lomats in Albania will both support and en­ meeting because their attendance would pleased to report to you that the President has skew the racial balance in the room. This is courage the process of reform in a country the quota mentality, the dominant mind-set agreed to reestablish diplomatic relations with that was once the most closed and paranoid Albania on March 15, 1991. I salute the ad­ these days on racial and sexual matters. Bet­ country on this planet. Several U.S. groups ter to skip work than to present an eth­ ministration for this prudent decision and be­ will also be there to observe the elections. Al­ nically flawed group profile. lieve that a U.S. Embassy in Tirana will help bania is facing a true crisis, and more United A group of militant female artists, seized to promote the democratization of that country. States engagement-not less-is what is by this mentality, is accusing the Metropoli­ It is time for America to become actively in­ needed to help that country find its way along tan Museum of Art of being sexist because 95 volved in helping Albania build a democratic percent of the paintings in the museum are the road to democracy and play a constructive by males, whereas 85 percent of the nude Mure. role in the new Europe. America's relationships with Albania have statues are female. Alas, there is no male-fe­ I again commend President Bush and Sec­ male balance in the history of art, but muse­ been long and sometimes troubled. Americans retary of State Baker for their decision to re­ ums nowadays should presumably fashion of Albanian origin returned to the Balkans in store full links between the United States and one for past eras anyway, a sort of retro­ 1912 to assist in establishing the first Albanian Albania. We all wish the Albanian Government active affirmative action. The best way out Government, and President Wilson aggres­ and people well as they turn their backs on would obviously be for the Met to discover sively defended Albania's territorial integrity in communism and face the challenges of several hundred ancient male nude statues, international councils. In June 1939, however, crafting a democracy. all superbly wrought by hitherto unknown diplomatic ties between Washington and female artists. Tirana were broken. A United States observer By law, all textbooks used in California public schools must apply this sort of retro­ mission that was sent to Albania in 1945 was THE MENACE OF QUOTA-THINK quota in history, art and science: Contribu­ withdrawn the following year. tions of males and females must be presented Although many other nations have diplo­ in equal numbers. For reasons beyond the matic relations with Albania, the United States HON. PHILIP M. CRANE control of California, perhaps 95 percent of Government is one of the few nations in the OF ILLINOIS achieving artists and scientists have been world that still has no official diplomatic pres­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES male. Most of us regret this exclusion of fe­ ence in Tirana. After a hiatus of nearly five males. California just erases it and tells its decades in United States-Albanian diplomatic Wednesday, March 13, 1991 children a high-minded historical whopper. ties, now is the time to resume a normal diplo­ Mr. CRANE. Mr. Speaker, Abraham Lincoln GULF INEQUITIES matic relationship and show by word and deed once said, "You cannot help men permanently The best current example of the quota that this country cares about Albania. by doing for them what they could and should mentality in action is the flap over the num­ I understand that the Albanian Foreign Min­ ber of black soldiers in the Persian Gulf war. do for themselves". Few would argue with this Blacks account for 12 percent of the Amer­ ister, Muhamet Kapllani, will arrive in Wash­ statement and yet, each year the Congress of ican population and over 24 percent of Amer­ ington this week to formalize the official rees­ the United States considers a panoply of legis­ icans troops. If you are a quota hard-liner, tablishment of diplomatic ties with a signing lation that does just that. To date, this year's all you must do to demonstrate unfairness is ceremony. In addition, the Department of big winner is the erroneously titled Civil Rights point out that 24 is a distinctly higher num­ State will receive leaders of the main Albanian Act of 1991. ber than 12. But why is it unfair? This is a opposition party, the Democratic Party. Not significantly different from last year's bill volunteer Army, and the training and bene­ Many countries in Cental Europe have set that failed upon its return to Congress in an fits the Army offers (along with the risk of getting shot) will obviously appeal more sail in the rising tide of democracy. It is time override attempt, this bill would take gigantic strongly to those on the way up economi­ for Albania to join the family <;>f nations that steps to encourage equality based on race, cally and those striving to escape mean are pursuing democratic political systems. sex, and national origin. Under this legislation streets at home. Some of those arguing now President Ramiz Alia has clearly committed an employer, in order to guard against the po­ that blacks are being exploited in the gulf his country to a democratic future. He is seri­ tential costs associated with litigation, might action are precisely the people who argued ously attempting reform. The Albanian Presi­ choose to hire someone because that person for years that the armed forces should open dent recently freed political prisoners from re­ fits into a particular category rather than fill a up more to minorities and become instru­ education camps and agreed to hold Albania's position on the basis of abilities and achieve­ ments for social equality. Now that this has first multiparty elections since 1944. The Alba­ ment. In other words, if this bill were to be­ been done, the objectors have flip-flopped. And if the Army announced tomorrow that it nian opposition party, the Democratic Party of come law, individuals would better serve po­ would accept a 12 percent quota of blacks, Albania, will participate in the elections sched­ tential employers by submitting a resume that and no more, wouldn't the objectors flip once uled for March 31, with runoffs scheduled for simply states name, sex, and race. again and complain about racial exclusion? April 14. The opposition party has urged our Ludicrous? I think not. In fact, as our Nation Quota-thinking has become reflexive, even Government to support the reform process. continues to be lured further and further into a outside the normal parameters of the affirm­ Today, Albania is experiencing the political society of quotas, we will be witness to many ative-action debate. Operation PUSH's cam­ and economic problems that a country faces inequities. I commend to my colleagues, and paign against Nike boils down to the argu­ when it makes historic changes in its political ment that since blacks buy so many sneak­ the American public alike, an article written by ers they should proportionately share, as a system. Some groups in Albania are advocat­ John Leo in the February 25, 1991 issue of group, in Nike profits. The same argument ing immediate changes in that society. Others U.S. News & World Report. This article dem­ has surfaced in Hollywood: Since blacks buy are opposing reforms. The failure of Albanian onstrates, through just a few examples, the one third of theater tickets, they deserve one officials to respect human rights has been a degree to which the quota attitude has per- third of important industry jobs and control

• This "bullet" symbol identifies statements or insenions which are not spoken by a Member of the Senate on the floor. Matter set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor. 6196 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS March 13, 1991 of one third of all movies. (How would this This is another accomplishment achieved by versity Law School. While in New York City quota principle apply to the basketball in­ Virgil Umthun in a career that represents a Jim also did intensive study at Yankee Sta­ dustry, which has predominately white tick­ commitment to hard work, discipline, integrity, dium and learned a great deat about choreog­ et buyers and predominately black job­ and family values. Umthun Trucking was raphy. Upon leaving St. John's, Jim worked in holders?) Quota-thinking seems to be invading the founded by Virgil's father, and Virgil with his the Erie County district attorney's office. From criminal-justice system as well. The statis­ brother joined in the family business in the that vantage point, Jim became, at age 27, the tical argument that a disproportionate num­ 1940's. Today Umthun Trucking Co. has a youngest Democratic Party zone chairman in ber of blacks suffer the death penalty is a fleet of over 290 tractor-trailers and employs the State of New York. valid one. Many courts have been guilty of a over 460 people, with several third generation After securing his political base at home, double standard. But the argument has an Umthuns working in the family enterprise. Jim branched into State and national politics. unstated corollary: that if arrest and convic­ Virgil and his wife of 35 years, Rachel, re­ He came to Washington, DC, in 1968 at the tion rates for blacks are unusually high, that side in Eagle Grove and have raised six chil­ invitation of our former colleague from New too must be the result of prejudice. This has slipped into casual conversation among some dren. Virgil is active in community organiza­ York, the late John Rooney. Jim was given a analysts as "the criminalizing" of young tions such as the Knights of Columbus, the job in the House Finance Office. In 1974, Jim black males, as if the higher crime rate is Chamber of Commerce, the Rotary Club, the served as a senior adviser in Hugh Carey's something society imposes and not an obvi­ Jaycees, and the Boy Scouts. successful election to the governorship of New ous result of something criminals do. The I ask that my colleagues join me in con­ York. In 1975, Jim was elected doorkeeper of same hidden quota can be unearthed behind gratulating Virgil Umthun on being elected to the House, a position to which he has been many of the plans to prosecute parents for lead the Interstate Truckload Carriers Con­ re-elected eight times by the Members of this the behavior of their children. They are con­ ference. This is yet another accomplishment of body. Now Members of the House, Senators, troversial and perhaps unwise plans, but are usually opposed by the American Civil Lib­ a man who is a monument to family and en­ Governors and lobbyists seek Jim's counsel erties Union on the ground that poor people trepreneurial spirit and deiermination. Virgil and advice, and Jim handles everyone's prob­ are likely to be disproportionately pros­ Umthun is a tribute to Eagle Grove, to the lems with great efficiency and little fanfare. ecuted. That apparently means that for trucking industry, and to this Nation. Mr. Speaker, the word is that Jim Molloy every poor mother of a violent gang member has been training for the four days of festivi­ you arrest you must in fairness pick up a ties in South Buffalo surrounding St. Patrick's rich gang mother. SOUTH BUFF ALO HONORS A Day. Apparently Jim is working hard to In politics, candidates more frankly prom­ RENAISSANCE MAN strengthen the muscles in his elbow and wrist. ise job quotas by sex and race. Dianne Fein­ stein, in her campaign for governor of Cali­ Every indication is that Jim will be in fine fornia, promised to hire women and minori­ HON. THOMASJ.MANTON shape by the time he arrives at Buffalo's Me­ ties in direct proportion to their population OF NEW YORK morial Auditorium. I know all of our colleagues in the state. That is approximately what her IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES join me in congratulating Jim for this well-de­ successful opponent, Pete Wilson, promised Wednesday, March 13, 1991 served honor. When each of us is celebrating when he was mayor of San Diego, and what St. Patrick's Day this weekend I believe we · New York Mayor David Dinkins is promising Mr. MANTON. Mr. Speaker, Friday night ap­ should raise a glass in a toast to Jim Molloy. now. This sounds benign-in a perfect world proximately 2,000 people will attend the First A better friend and public servant would be each job category should have diverse work­ Ward South Buffalo Democratic Club's annual hard to find. ers-but in effect it sets up a system of group St. Patrick's Day celebration. The festivities entitlement at the expense of merit. A frac­ will be held at Buffalo's Memorial Auditorium. tion of Indian blood has become very valu­ able under quota plans. That may be one of This year's guest of honor is our distinguished THE WAR'S EFFECT ON ARAB­ the reasons the number of Americans listing doorkeeper, James T. Molloy, the pride of Buf­ AMERICANS themselves as Native Americans has tripled falo and a fine Irishman as well. since 1960. Quotas also mean firing people if Mr. Speaker, the First Ward South Buffalo HON. CARD~ COWNS their group numbers get too high. By strict Democratic Club has made its St. Patrick's quota-thinking, that should happen to OF ILLINOIS Day celebration one of the premier political IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES blacksnow in Compton, Calif., which is turn­ events in western New York. Each year the ing from a mostly black to a black and Wednesday, March 13, 1991 Latino city. Latinos hold fewer than 10 per­ honoree is given a plaque and an emerald cent of the city jobs and account for 30 per­ green jacket. Previous honorees include Buf­ Mrs. COLLINS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, one cent of the population. Must black job­ falo Mayor James D. Griffin; Gerald Crotty, of the many casualties of the war in the Per­ holders clear out, simply because the town's secretary to Gov. Mario Cuomo, and Bill sian Gulf has been the attitude of some Amer­ ethnic mix is changing, or is that something Polian, general manager of the Buffalo Bills icans toward Americans of Arab ancestry. It is that voting and the give and take of politics Football Team. Jim Molloy obviously will be truly an injustice and a crime to discriminate can take care of better than quotas? joining an elite group on Friday when he dons on the lines of any prejudice. But discrimina­ Enough. Quota-thinking is a social men­ his green jacket before his many friends, ad­ tion on the basis of one's looks is among the ace. Let's be done with it before it poisons mirers, and supporters. most offensive. our politics. Mr. Speaker, Jim Molloy was born and These are tough times for Arab-Americans. raised in South Buffalo, which has a large Although they have a solid allegiance to the TRIBUTE TO VIRGIL UMTHUN Irish-American community. His father, Matthew United States, many of them do have close Molloy, was a distinguished member of the family relations in the Middle East's Arab HON. FRED GRANDY Buffalo Fire Department and the International countries, Naturally, they have concern for OF IOWA Longshoreman's Association. He also gave their loved ones there just as for their loved ones here. We must be understanding of their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jim his earliest and most important lessons in the art of politics. His mother, Catherine Hay­ predicament and not assign any greater im­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 den, still lives in the community and is active portance to their concern than that. Mr. GRANDY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in South Buffalo politics to this very day. Yet, it seems that whenever the United honor and pay tribute to Virgil Umthun, presi­ Mr. Speaker, Jim Molloy rose quickly States is involved in a war, it is easy for many dent of Umthun Trucking Co. of Eagle Grove, through the ranks in the Buffalo political com­ Americans to point a finger at an imagined IA. Today he has been elected president of munity. Jim was a member of the ILA, and enemy within our own borders. For example, the Interstate Truckload Carriers Conference, worked on the Buffalo waterfront. Jim also during World War I, there was hysteria fash­ which represents the truckload, common, and worked aboard the Buffalo Fire Department's ioned into the denunication of German-Ameri­ contract motor carriers of the United States fireboat. Today that vessel bears Jim's name cans as "krauts," and in World War II the ani­ and is affiliated with the American Trucking and is a local landmark. The money Jim mosity against Japanese-Americans became Association. It is an extremely important and earned as a fireman permitted him to attend so pronounced that they were rounded up and dynamic organization and has been in exist­ Canisius College. After receiving his under­ interned for the duration of the war, a national ence for more than half a century. graduate degree, Jim attended St. John's Uni- wound from which we still have not recovered. March 13, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 6197 Now, some Americans are treating those the globe, took their place on the frontlines. has been lost. Major carriers have continued with Arabic facial features or names as the The American people responded with a show to pursue a policy of eliminating branch line enemy, as though our neighbors have sud­ of love and support that has not been seen service, to refocus their resources on major denly become secret agents for Saddam Hus­ since World War Two. · lines. Opportunities must be allowed entre­ sein. Such associations are rooted in igno­ These American men and women took the preneurs to purchase these soon-to-be aban­ rance and bigotry and they should not be tol­ opportunity to display the professionalism, skill doned branch lines so service might con­ erated in any segment of our society. It is no and determination that sets them above any tinue-and in many cases improve-for small different than decades ago when, in hard other troops on Earth. These soldiers, all vol­ towns and elevators. times, many Americans vented their frustra­ unteers dedicated to their mission, spear­ The small, independently operated lines, tions and venom toward African-Americans, as headed the most devastating and effective commonly known as "short lines," have though decrying and mistreating blacks would military campaign in history. The American proved successful throughout rural America. mitigate their own squalor. That discrimination people have understandably been filled with a Economists predict that they are the only via­ is no more acceptable against Arab-Americans deep sense of pride. ble option in maintaining rail service in some today than it was against African-Americans No amount of preparation, training, skill or regions of the country. But, short lines cannot then. technology can completely remove the under­ be created unless major carriers are willing to Mr. Speaker, I strongly hope that, before the lying fact that in war, soldiers will die. Oper­ negotiate rail line sales prior to abandonment. ugly head of racism rises up in response to ation Desert Storm approached the unattain­ These negotiations have rarely been allowed the gulf war, our Government and citizens will able, but it was not close enough. However, it by major carriers. do everything possible to ensure against that is a blessing that American troops sacrifice This bill requires railroads to make a good occurrence. Rationality and principles must their lives to protect freedom and deter ag­ faith effort to sell lines being considered for prevail. gression, while oftentimes those they fight die abandonment. It also requires the release of under the boot of oppression. documentation on the historical operation, While all the American troops who helped maintenance, and profitability of these lines. IN RECOGNITION OF S. SGT. TONY defeat Saddam Hussein have earned our These disclosure provisions are essential in APPLEGATE pride and respect, the few who made the ulti­ helping to open discussions between large rail mate sacrifice in this noble effort have earned companies and prospective short line opera­ HON. BOB McEWEN our undying love and thanks. Staff Sergeant tors. OF OHIO Tony Applegate has taken a place among the Also, when a formal abandonment request IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES most honored legion of men in American his­ is presented to the Interstate Commerce Com­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 tory, those who have given their lives in the mission, the bill requires the ICC to consider defense of freedom. the historical and economic significance of a Mr. McEWEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. Speaker, I join with my colleagues in ex­ line during its evaluation. And, it gives a right recognize a brave young man from Ports­ pressing our gratitude for the service of Tony of first refusal to purchase the lease of a grain mouth, OH, who made the greatest sacrifice Applegate, and in passing along condolences elevator to the operator if the elevator is to be that any American can make for his country. to his family . . sold by the railroad. Tony Applegate, an army staff sergeant, was If historical trends continue, rail service killed on February 27 when his M1A1 tank throughout rural America will continue to be was hit during a tank battle in Southern Iraq. THE IMPROVED RURAL AND lost at alarming rates. If enacted, this legisla­ I join the people of Scioto County, along with SHORT LINE RAILROAD SERVICE tion will assist in changing this devastating the State of Ohio, in mourning this loss. ACT trend. As the scriptures tell us, "Greater love hath I urge my colleagues to consider cosponsor­ no man than this, that a man lay down his life HON. PAT ROBERTS ing my legislation to preserve rail service to for his friends." Tony Applegate, a young man OF KANSAS rural America. of 28, a husband and father, made this ex­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pression of love for each of us. Mr. Speaker, the incredible success of the Wednesday, March 13, 1991 WAR'S TRAGEDY COMES HOME coalition effort against Saddam Hussein needs Mr. ROBERTS. Mr. Speaker, today I am in­ no further acclaim. The brutality of the Iraqi troducing the Improved Rural and Short Line HON. BARNEY FRANK occupation of Kuwait, and the threat to the civ­ Railroad Service Act, legislation to prevent the OF MASSACHUSE'ITS ilized world posed by Saddam Hussein, has further loss of rural railroad lines. This bill is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES erased any doubt that this violent dictator had similar to legislation being introduced by Sen­ to be stopped. Each and every one of us ator NANCY KASSEBAUM. Wednesday, March 13, 1991 should be thankful that by standing up to this Over the last decade, rural America has Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, tyrant now, the loss of life among the coalition faced the abandonment of nearly 30,000 miles like almost all Americans, I was extremely forces was minimized to an incredibly small of rail line. In Kansas alone, more than 3,000 grateful when the war in the gulf ended both number. miles of line have been lost, and now an addi­ more quickly and more successfully than Nevertheless, to the loved ones left behind tional 800 miles are being considered for many of us had feared. But no war is without by those who were lost, Operation Desert abandonment. cost, and it is essential that as we celebrate Storm was incomprehensibly costly. Henry Air Rail lines are essential to rural America. It the victory, we also pay to tribute to those who plegate and Dolly Bellemy will forever know connects our small towns and farmers to dis­ suffered to bring it about. the cost of Operation Desert Stor~their son tant markets. Railroads continue to provide an One of those who gave his life for his coun­ did not come home. Lisa Applegate, 4-year important communication and industrial link try in this effort was Sgt. Russell G. Smith, Jr., old son Tony, Jr., and 17-month old son Trent, between rural and urban regions. -when rail who was a native of Fall River, MA. To Mr. sacrificed a husband and father for our free­ service is lost in rural communities, the grain Smith's mother, Louise Breton, to his wife, and dom. They are heroic in this sacrifice, just as elevator and small businesses soon close, their daughters, I express my very deep sym­ is Tony. and, in many cases, an entire town is lost. pathy. Only in light of such a loss, does the true I am not introducing this legislation to pre­ Fall River Herald News editorialized on this nature of the service and sacrifices of our vent railroad companies from eliminating lines subject in a way that expresses the feelings of troops come to light. Each and every service­ consistently showing financial losses. How­ the people of Fall River and indeed of all man and woman participating in Operation ever, this bill in intended to improve the envi­ Americans and I ask that this tribute to Ser­ Desert Storm understood the possible cost. ronment for individuals or parties interested in geant Smith be printed here. The civilized world was united in opposition to purchasing lines before they are abandoned. [From the Fall River Hearld News, Feb. 1991) Hitlerian threat posed by Saddam Hussein, Many rail lines being considered for aban­ WAR'S TRAGEDY COMES HOME and American troops, who have traditionally donment are profitable. However, the interest Midnight, the hour of peace, arrived with been the standard-bearer of freedom around in wanting to continue to service these lines quiet dignity. The echo of war drums should 6198 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS March 13, 1991 have been all that was left of the Persian ported in 1989, of arson, bombing and overall effort to become more independent of Gulf conflict. cemetary desecration. the United States, this legislation will help But in counterpoint, the church bells of According to the 1990 audit, in the category Puerto Rico achieve that goal. Fall River tolled a death knell. We have thanks in our hearts for victory of harassment, threats and assault, another I urge my colleagues to cosponsor this leg­ but, in the deep recesses of our souls we hear record total was reported in 1990. There were islation. the mournful military dirge called taps. 758 such incidents in which Jewish individuals Just before the safety of a cease fire ar­ and their institutions were menaced by mail or rived, the war stole from us one of its finest phone threats, verbal abuse and even physical IN RECOGNITION OF S. SGT. gladiators. assault. Incidents in this category have JONATHAN KAMM While the sun shucked off the inky blanket jumped by over 29 percent. of night, the peace we prayed for during Among the other disturbing trends to be dis­ HON. BOB McEWEN many dawns became a reality. cussed in the report are the growing numbers OF OHIO Yet, for all of us in Greater Fall River, our yellow ribbon is rimmed in black. of anti-Semitic incidents occurring on U.S. col­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Martyrdom came yesterday to Main lege campuses, and a resurgence of anti-Se­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 Street. mitic incidents seemingly motivated by the And though it is poised for a party, a city events in the Middle East and the Persian Gulf Mr. McEWEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to paused to weep. crisis. recognize a brave young man from Mason, Army Sgt. 1st Class Russell G. Smith, Jr., On a more positive note, skinhead-related OH, who made the greatest sacrifice that any 44, became the first city native to pay the anti-Semitic incidents are down significantly, American can make for his country. Jonathan supreme sacrifice in the Persian Gulf War. although still of concern. According to the re­ Kamm, an Army staff sergeant, was killed He died when a bomb exploded while his when the helicopter he was flying in, which combat engineer unit was attempting to de­ port, effective law enforcement action at the Federal, State and local levels against violent was transporting supplies to the front lines, fuse it. was shot down by Iraqi forces. I join the entire Sgt. Smith's mother, Louise Breton, heard neo-Nazi skinhead activity has sent a firm and a knock on the door of her Borden West clear message to such gangs that their crimi­ town of Mason, along with the State of Ohio, apartment yesterde.y. When she saw two nal behavior will not be tolerated. in mourning this loss. army officers standing there she knew her The Audit reveals that increased efforts by As the scriptures tell us, "Greater love hath son was dead. law enforcement authorities to apprehend the no man than this, that a man lay down his life Sgt. Smith was married to Patricia (New­ perpetrators and strict enforcement of antibias for his friends." Jonathan Kamm, a young man ton) Smith of Fort Bragg, N.C., and they crimes statutes are among the most effective of 25, a husband and father, made this ex­ have seven daughters. pression of love for each of us. The Herald News celebrates the valor and means of countering bias crimes. The report the life of Sgt. Smith. It joins the family in welcomes the passage in 1990 of the Hate Mr. Speaker, the incredible success of the mourning his death. Crimes Statistic Act. coalition effort against Saddam Hussein needs And, while we rejoice in the cease fire, Sgt. I commend the Anti-Defamation League for no further acclaim. The brutality of the Iraqi Smith's death serves as a reminder of the the outstanding job they did in their Audit of occupation of Kuwait, and the threat to the civ­ steep price of any war. Anti-Semitic Incidents report and for their dedi­ ilized world posed by Saddam Hussein, has We share in the victory, but we bear the cated commitment of fighting. anti-Semitism erased any doubt that this violent dictator had burden of its cost. to be stopped. Each and every one of us As the poet John Donne said, "Any man's and promoting human rights. I wish to thank Arthur Titelbaum, Rabbi Irving Lehrman, Leon­ should be thankful that by standing up to this death diminishes me, because I am involved tyrant now, the loss of life among the coalition in Mankind. And therefore never send to ard Abess, Leonard Abess, Jr., Jerome know for whom the bell tolls; It tolls for Homer, Donald Bierman, Hon. Bennett forces was minimized to an incredibly small thee." Brummer, Arthur England, and Paul Lehrer for number. their tremendous dedication to the Florida Re­ Nevertheless, to the loved ones left behind gional Board of the Anti-Defamation League. by those who were lost, Operation Desert THE ANTI-DEFAMATION LEAGUE'S Storm was incomprehensibly costly. Dan and 1990 AUDIT OF ANTI-SEMITIC IN­ Annette Kamm will forever know the cost of CIDENTS LEGISLATION TO PHASE OUT THE Operation Desert Storm-their son did not SECTION 936 "POSSESSIONS TAX come home. Donna Kamm, and her 10-year­ HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN CREDIT'' PROGRAM old son Jeremy, sacrificed a husband and fa­ OF FLORIDA ther for our freedom. They are heroic in this IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. RICHARD T. SCHUIZE sacrifice, just as is Jonathan. Only in light of such a loss, does the true Wednesday, March 13, 1991 OF PENNSYLVANIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nature of the service and sacrifices of our Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, the Anti­ troops come to light. Each and every service­ Defamation League has been compiling data Wednesday, March 13, 1991 man and woman participating in Operation on anti-Jewish vandalism and harrassment Mr. SCHULZE. Mr. Speaker, today I am in­ Desert Storm understood the possible cost. since 1979 in their annual Audit of Anti-Se­ troducing legislation to phase out the section The civilized world was united in opposition to mitic Incidents. According to the report, during 936 Possessions Tax Credit Program. Hitlerian threat posed by Saddam Hussein, 1990 there were 1,685 anti-Semitic incidents As we know, this section of the Internal and American troops, who have traditionally reported to the Anti-Defamation League from Revenue Code was devised to promote job been the standard-bearer of freedom around 40 States and the District of Columbia. The creation and economic development in Puerto the globe, took their place on the front lines. overall total represents an 18-percent increase Rico. In the 1986 Tax Reform Act, Congress The American people responded with a show over the 1,432 such incidents reported during modified this provision to expand the benefits of love and support that has not been seen 1989. It is the highest total ever reported in to other qualified Caribbean Basin Initiative since World War II. the 12-year history of the audit and it marks beneficiary nations to promote vital These American men and women took the the fourth straight year of increasing levels of infrastructural development projects in the opportunity to display the professionalism, skill anti-Semitic acts nationwide. poorer countries of the Caribbean Basin. and determination that sets them above any According to the 1990 audit, of the 1,685 in­ Unfortunately, Puerto Rico's Government other troops on earth. These soldiers, all vol­ cidents, 927 acts of vandalism, second highest Development Bank still seems reluctant to live unteers dedicated to their mission, spear­ ever in this category, were directed at Jewish up to its commitment to finance projects not headed the most devastating and effective institutions, Jewish-owned property and other located on Puerto Rican soil. The poorer military campaign in history. The American public locations. The vandalism total for 1990 countries of the Caribbean region need loans, people have understandably been filled with a is 10-percent higher than the 845 reported in and need them badly. deep sense of pride. 1989. Additionally, to the extent that Puerto Rico's No amount of preparation, training, skill or Included in this category are 38 serious recent decision to abolish English as one of technology can completely remove the under­ crimes, the same as the record-high total re- the island's two official languages is part of its lying fact that in war, soldiers will die. Oper- March 13, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 6199 ation Desert Storm approached the unattain­ instructional materials. The legislation confines the general standard for research and experi­ able, but it was not close enough. However, it eligibility for deductibility under section 174 mental expenditures for section 174 purposes. is a blessing that American troops sacrifice only to costs that meet the general standard Costs, whether or not charged to editorial their lives to protect freedom and deter ag­ for research and experimental costs under costs in a publisher's accounting, for activities gression, while oftentimes those they fight die section 17 4 and are incurred in connection such as copy editing, proofreading, and plate under the boot of oppression. with qualified instructional materials. preparation, in preparing materials for publica­ While all the American troops who helped Qualified instructional materials are mate­ tion that do not qualify as research and experi­ defeat Saddam Hussein have earned our rials designed for use in teaching a particular mental costs will be required to be capitalized. pride and respect, the proud few who made subject in systematic classroom instruction at Royalty advances to authors are not research the elementary and secondary levels, includ­ the ultimate sacrifice in this noble effort have and experimental costs. ing secondary-level vocational education, and earned our undying love and thanks. Staff Sgt. Taxpayers may, without the consent of the Jonathan Kamm has taken a place among the whose principal purpose is such use. Exam­ Secretary, adopt the expense method pro­ most honored legion of men in American his­ ples include textbooks, teachers' manuals, vided by section 174 with respect to their re­ tory, those who have given their lives in the workbooks, test and scoring materials, soft­ search and experimental expenditures for defense of freedom. ware, and other ancillary materials and in­ Mr. Speaker, I join with my colleagues in ex­ structional aids. Qualified instructional mate­ qualified instructional materials that are paid or pressing our gratitude for the service of Jona­ rials would, under the legislation, not be ex­ incurred in their first taxable year ending after than Kamm, and in passing along condo­ cluded from section 174 eligibility as literary, enactment of the legislation; an election taking lences to his family. historical, or similar projects. effect in subsequent years would require the Expenditures for qualified instructional mate­ consent of the Secretary. Taxpayers making rials considered research and experimentation the election would adjust their opening inven­ LEGISLATION TO STRENGTHEN expenditures include costs incurred for first, tory in the year of change to take account of OUR EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM conducting research and experimentation on any costs for research and experimental ex­ learning and teaching; second, applying re­ penditures with respect to qualified instruc­ HON. TIIOMASJ.DOWNEY search, experimentation, and knowledge to the tional materials that were previously capital­ OF NEW YORK development of such materials; third, prepar­ ized as part of the taxpayer's inventory, that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing specifications for the materials; fourth, pre­ is, research and experimental costs incurred paring preliminary versions of such materials; with respect to inventory and work in progress Wednesday, March 13, 1991 fifth, reviewing and testing of the preliminary in prior years and capitalized under section Mr. DOWNEY. Mr. Speaker, today I am in­ versions; and sixth, making modifications, to troducing legislation that will strengthen our assure that the materials meet basic design 263A rules. Such changes in inventory value educational system and international competi­ specification, including design specifications would be treated in all cases as made at the tiveness by encouraging investment in innova­ established by educational authorities. initiative of the taxpayer and with the consent tive and creative classroom materials for Materials are published for the principal pur­ of the Secretary. The period for taking account schoolchildren. pose of use in systematic instructional activi­ of the adjustments under section 481 would The research and experimental provisions of ties only if sales of the materials are predomi­ be 4 years. section 174 were enacted to encourage in­ nantly-more than 80 percent-for such use. vestment in research and development, allow­ The fact that a significant part, but less than ing taxpayers to currently expense the costs four-fifths, of the sales of a publication are for CONGRESS GOES TO HEXAGON incurred in developing and testing new proce­ use in systematic instructional activities in ele­ dures. The publishers of classroom instruc­ mentary or secondary classrooms is insuffi­ tional materials engage in research and exper­ cient to qualify the publication. So-called trade HON. PAT ROBERTS imental activities in the development and test­ books, that is, those sold predominantly ing of such materials. These research and ex­ through general bookstores, are not included OF KANSAS perimental expenditures should be deductible in this category, even if their sales are pre­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES under the research and experimental expendi­ dominantly for use in systematic instructional ture provisions of the Internal Revenue Code. activities, unless they are designed principally Wednesday, March 13, 1991 However, based on a footnote in the con­ for use in a systematic course of elementary Mr. ROBERTS. Mr. Speaker, this Wednes­ ference report of the Tax Reform Act of 1986, or secondary instruction, as evidenced, for ex­ day on March 13, the Congress will be going as interpreted by the Treasury Department, ample, by the inclusion of textbooks apparatus to Hexagon. Naturally given what we do the publishers of classroom instructional mate­ such as summaries and test questions. around here and what we do not do, there are rials must capitalize their research and devel­ Not included in the definition of qualified in­ a lot of places people may suggest where we opment costs under section 263A. These pub­ structional materials are materials designed for should go, but Hexagon is a place all of my lishers must therefore wait several years be­ use at college or postgraduate levels, profes­ fore deducting their R&D expenses as part of sional reference materials, or general ref­ colleagues will enjoy and perform a good deed the cost of selling new classroom materials. erence works unless they are specifically de­ as well. This rule does not reflect congressional intent. signed for, and principally used in, elementary Hexagon, Inc., was founded 36 years ago, More importantly, this discriminatory tax pol­ or secondary school classroom instruction. and for the past 35 years has produced an all­ icy will lead to a reduction in the resources Similarly works of physical or social science, original comedy musical and satirical revue, committed to the creation of challenging, high­ literature, popular fiction, and compilations or and the proceeds do go to an area charity. quality, instructional materials needed in the collections thereof, as well as how to publica­ This year the proceeds will go to Martha's Nation's classrooms. In fact, many publishers tions on fields such as automobile mechanics, Table which serves meals to the homeless. have already been forced to cut back in this crafts, cooking, fitness, hobbies, do-it-yourself So, my colleagues, I dare say actors all, or area. The legislation I am introducing will cor­ activities, sports, and home repair, are not at least to some degree, mark March 13 on rect this misinterpretation. Publishers of in­ considered qualified instructional materials. your calendar and you can see the likes of structional materials such as textbooks, teach­ Therefore, development costs for such works Congressmen BILL HEFNER and PAT ROBERTS, ers' manuals, and similar materials will be al­ will not qualify under the legislation except in BEN "of TV fame" JONES, JIM MORAN, CONNIE lowed to expense the costs of developing and the unusual instance in which they qualify "song and dance" MORELLA, AND SENATORS testing materials that are designed for instruc­ under the specific standards for materials de­ LARRY CRAIG and CONRAD BURNS. tional use in elementary and secondary school signed for and principally used in, systematic Despite my remarks, this is indeed a most classrooms. instructional activities at the elementary or worthwhile and enjoyable event. Hexagon has The legislation would confirm that section secondary level. raised over $1.6 dollars for area charities. 174 treatment extends to research and experi­ Under the bill, section 174 will apply only to Congress goes to Hexagon March 13. Mark it mentation costs incurred by a taxpayer in the costs, such as those listed above, with respect down. course of his business of publishing qualified to qualified instructional materials, which meet 6200 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS March 13, 1991 REPRESENTATIVE SILVIO CONTE'S Allan Bromley, Science Advisor to President misunderstood, or even shunned. Consider LEGACY: A NEW DECADE FOR Bush and National Coordinator for the Decade the uneasy reactions of passers-by to men­ BRAIN RESEARCH of the Brain, in his article, "Coordinating the tally ill homeless people on the streets . . . or the reluctance of communities to have Federal Decade of the Brain Effort." This will halfway houses in their midst. HON. CARL D. PURSEil be followed by a feature article from Nobel But by showing us why and how people be­ OF MIClilGAN prize winner, James D. Watson, Director of come 111, and finding ways to bring symp­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the National Center for Human Genome Re­ toms under control so that they can live as Wednesday, March 13, 1991 search at the National Institutes of Health. well and productively as possible, you're These reports, I am sure, will be important to helping all of use to understand, rather than Mr. PURSELL. Mr. Speaker, President Bush all of the Members and we can look forward fear ... to accept and appreciate, rather issued a Proclamation shortly after enactment to many more informative issues. than avoid. of Representative Silvio Conte's resolution People with mental 111ness, and their fami­ I congratulate, for their thoughtful tributes to lies are especially vulnerable to stigma. Par­ (Public Law 101-58) declaring the "Decade of Silvio Conte, both NAMI families and their the Brain" would begin January 1, 1990. My ents often get the blame when children be­ Board, which includes as one of their Direc­ come mentally ill ... and adults who de­ good friend with whom I served on the Labor­ tors, my very able constituent, Carol Rees of velop mental disorders are sometimes HHS-Education Appropriations Subcommittee, Ann Arbor. She was past president of the AMI thought to have flawed characters, or moral was very proud of the fact that his legislation of Washtenaw County and the AMI of Michi­ fiber, or will. became the first congressional resolution to gan, and now one of the key leaders of NAMI, By revealing the problems of brain struc­ endorse a specific area of research since the which, in beginning their second decade this ture and function that play such an enor­ National Geophysical Year. mous role in mental illness, you're helping year, is growing at a rapid rate. NAMI now has to free patients and their loved ones from a Now, after 1 year, we can see this special 1,046 affiliates nationally, over 130,000 mem­ designation provides opportunities for all of us really wrongful burden of guilt and shame. bers, and will continue to be a leader in the ef­ It doesn't take a whole lot of thought to to consider our roles in this decade in promot­ fort to eliminate serious mental illness from figure out how critical brain research is to ing brain research to eliminate a total eco­ our society by the year 2000. our futures. We just can't afford to let our nomic burden on this Nation of $305 billion At this point, I am pleased to include a por­ children fall prey to developmental disabil­ annually. In that regard, it was gratifying to tion of volume 1, issue 2 of "The Decade of ities that impair their ability to learn-any note that the National Alliance for the Mentally the Brain": more than we can afford to let our young adults succumb to depression or schizophre­ ill [NAMI] last year initiated the publication of THE DECADE OF THE BRAIN "The Decade of the Brain" in response to nia, or our older Americans lose the fullness BARBARA BUSH PUTS PRIORITY ON "DECADE OF Representative CoNTE'S call for action. of their later years to Alzheimer's disease. THE BRAIN" AT SYMPOSIUM We can't afford to let our work force and our In addition, Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to Thank you very much Dr. Thier for that fam111es be weakened and undermined by announce that NAMl's board of directors has warm welcome. Now, before you start to drug and alcohol abuse. We can't afford to just taken official action to create the annual think that I've gotten carried away by a few let AIDS claim people in the prime of Silvio 0. Conte Public Service Award to recog­ commencement addresses and honorary de­ life . . . or those whose lives have just nize the Federal official who most faithfully grees, let me hasten to assure you: I did not begun. The price is human suffering and loss, lives up to Silvio Conte's legacy in seeking to come here to talk about the brain. and it's simply too great. improve the lives of persons afflicted with seri­ I came to tell you how glad and proud I am ous mental illness. The first Conte award will that George has signed the Proclamation designating the 199o's as "The Decade of the A BOY'S PATRIOTISM RECOGNIZED be presented at NAMl's special reception for Brain" . . . and to tell you how much we all Members of Congress, in the Rayburn both applaud and support what this can Building foyer (6-8 p.m.), on Monday, April 15. mean for the greater health and well-being of HON. DON SUNDQUIST Moreover, as Silvio Conte envisioned, the all Americans. So many of you worked long OF TENNESSEE "Decade of the Brain" will serve as an impor­ and hard to make that Proclamation pos­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tant monitor of our progress during the next 10 sible-like our very good friend, Representa­ years in the multidiciplinary efforts of sci­ tive Silvio Conte-and we salute you all. Wednesday, March 13, 1991 entists, government leaders, families and con­ This morning at breakfast, I was talking Mr. SUNDQUIST. Mr. Speaker, sometimes to my houseguests and was saying how I our children see the essence of things more sumers in achieving an understanding of the needed to say something funny at the Brain brain functioning in relation to behavior, devel­ Symposium-that you all would expect me clearly than do adults. They have a way of ex­ pressing their concerns and getting right to the opment, and health. The editorial policy of t~but the truth is, it's a very serious sub­ NAMl's new research quarterly, which is clear­ ject and a very important one. Actually, if point. ly stated in the "Decade of the Brain" resolu­ I'd thought a little more about being here One young man in Tennessee has captured tion, will report on new fields of investigation today, I might not have had the nerve. the essence of why we fought Saddam Hus­ and inform the Nation as to "the exciting re­ It really is quite awesome to be looking sein. Eleven-year-old Eric Brown of Fentress search advances on the brain and of the avail­ out into the faces of some of the world's fin­ County, TN, whose father is a Vietnam vet­ est brain scientists . . . and a few influential eran and a Farm Bureau insurance agent, ability of effective treatment of disorders and policy-makers . . . and to know that you disabilities that affect the brain." hold the key to understanding and conquer­ wrote about how important it is to support This publication, after just two issues, al­ ing some of the most devastating and costly those who fight for our freedom. The Farm Bu­ ready has scheduled exciting articles from the disorders that afflict Americans-of all ages. reau thought enough of young Eric's composi­ Nation's top scientists and government offi­ I believe it's safe to say that everyone of tion to reprint it in their magazine. cials. I was pleased to note that our leader us has a friend or a relative who suffers from I think his piece deserves a wider audience, [Mr. MICHEL], called attention to the monitoring a disease of the brain. And you and your col­ and I insert it in Its entirety in the CONGRES­ process when he inserted volume 1, issue 1 leagues have already made such a tremen­ SIONAL RECORD: dous difference in the lives of mi111ons who into the CoNGRESSIONAL RECORD on Septem­ suffer in so many ways-from depression . . . FREEDOM ISN'T FREE ber 13, 1990 (E2819). Now, in connection with from neurological disorders like (By Eric Brown) my remarks today, concerning the legacy of Parkingson's disease ... from drug and al­ Many people fought and died for our free­ our late, distinguished colleague from Massa­ cohol abuse. The strides you've made with dom. Some people should respect our free­ chusetts, Mr. Conte, I am pleased to insert the other devastating 111nesses--like AIDS, Alz­ dom but they don't. The phrase "Freedom current issue. Incidentally, in the lead article, heimer's disease, autism-offer real hope Isn't Free" means there are people who have concerning her remarks presented at the Dec­ that some of us may live to see the last of to fight for the freedom that is ours. What ade of the Brain Symposium, the First Lady, them and the pain they cause. does the title mean to you? To me it means But your progress is doing something else that the soldiers in Saudi Arabia are leaving Barbara Bush, specifically acknowledge Silvio vitally important: It's helping to demystify their friends and family to win freedom for CoAte for his efforts concerning this area of illnesses that have long been stigmatized for the small country of Kuwait. research. much to long. People with schizophrenia ... The flag stands for freedom and when you Also, Mr. Speaker, I am happy to report that epilepsy . . . mental retardation . . . even salute the flag you salute the people who the next issue will feature an overview by Dr. learning disabilities, are so often ignored, or died for our freedom. America has been March 13, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 6201 through many wars such as Vietnam, Korea, (3) Tax Notes Editorial Staff member Rob RECOGNIZE THE WOMAN VETERAN World War I and World Warn. Bennett's articles: "Chipping Away at Reve­ When you think of freedom do you think of nue Estimating Secrecy," (10/15190); and, HON. NEWf GINGRICH religion, speech, education. That is what I "Pick A Number, Any Number," (1114191). OF GEORGIA think of. We learned something in Social (4) Paul H. Jackson's article in the News­ Studies-the word dictator. When I think of letter of the Society of Actuaries that ad­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dictator I think of Saddam Hussein. We are dresses the subject of Pensions and Tax Ex­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 fighting for exactly the same thing we did penditures (3188). when we fought Hitler. Some people take ad­ Mr. GINGRICH. Mr. Speaker, I would like to vantage of our freedom by hurting other peo­ The clear conclusions of each of these arti­ share with my colleagues an important mes­ ple. cles, together with Preside,nt Bush's implicit sage from one of Georgia's veteran command­ America is one of the greatest countries. "vote of no confidence" in the existing system, ers. Commander Don Lippe reminds us of the Why? Because we have something special-a must be taken seriously. They indicate that vital role that women have played in armed seven letter word known as freedom. We each Member of Congress must recognize combat throughout the 20th century. I agree have so many symbols of Freedom. We have that revenue estimates presented to us and that these women veterans deserve recogni­ a democracy by the people, a bill of rights, tion which is commensurate with the essential and a flag. My dad, Boyd Brown, is a veteran. upon which we must base our votes, are He fought for freedom in Vietnam. I think often, as so aptly described, subjective, mis­ duties they have performed. I would like to that we should support the soldiers in as leading, incomplete, and incorrect-leading us share Commander Lippe's message in its en­ tirety: many ways as possible. We are indeed a very to enact misguided tax increases or reject lucky country. SPEECH BY COMMANDER DON LIPPE much-needed tax cuts! Revenue scoring deficiencies are merely A situation long overdue is about to be­ come a reality. Resolution 301 was approved THE TAX EXPENDITURE symptoms of the problem, and not the cause. by an overwhelming majority of the dele­ PROPOSAL ACT OF 1991 The cause of the problem is the underlying gates to the 90th National Convention of the manner in which all these revenue estimates Veterans of Foreign Wars. An appropriate HON. RICHARD T. SCHUIZE are made whether by the CBO or OMB. The memorial will be erected in Washington, DC existing methodology as practiced by the rel­ to recognize women who served in Vietnam. OF PENNSYLVANIA When one thinks of wars, the names of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES evant staffs has generally evolved over the Generals Eisenhower, McArthur, and Patton Wednesday, March 13, 1991 years since adoption of the Budget Act of come immediately to mind. Or maybe Con­ 197 4. A particularly illogical and damaging ele­ gressional Medal of Honor winners, such as Mr. SCHULZE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ment of this act relates to the tax expenditures Audie Murphy. But what about the women? introduce legislation addressing a subject of portion wherein congressional staffs are ex­ Among the personnel serving in Vietnam, vital importance to this House and to our Na­ pected to estimate alleged revenue losses 7,484 were women, 6,250 of whom were nurses. tion; namely, how effectively does our Govern­ Eight of these nurses died there. During the arising from alleged economic incentives ment perform its duty to properly measure the war in Vietnam, 135,000 women served in the deemed to reduce or eliminate taxation. economic impact of tax legislation that this armed forces. House considers and adopts? In this regard, I commend to each Member During World War II, there were 350,000 of this House a recently completed study by women in uniform. Five hundred sixty-five It is glaringly obvious that very serious WACs [Woman's Army Corps] in the Pacific measurement deficiencies exist in the perform­ Dr. Norman Ture entitled "Tax Expenditures: A Critical Analysis." Dr. Ture is a highly re­ won combat decorations. More than 200 ance of this important duty when on one hand Army nurses died in combat situations. Sev­ the administration offers capital gains legisla­ garded economist with extensive experience enteen are buried in U.S. cemeteries over­ tion that it claims will produce revenue gains relating to tax expenditures. His expertise is seas. Sixteen hundred Army nurses won com­ of $12.5 billion and on the other hand the well known and respected by many Members bat and non-combat decorations, including Congress claims the same bill will produce of this House and the administration. Mr. Distinguished Service Medals, Silver Stars, revenue losses of $11.4 billion. How can the Speaker, at a later date I plan to ask that Dr. Bronze Stars and Purple Hearts. Six Army OMB and CBO differ by $25 billion on an Ture's analysis be placed in the RECORD. nurses were killed at Anzio when the Ger­ mans bombed the beachhead hospital tents. issue where historical evidence clearly exists? It is crystal clear that our Nation's economic Four Army nurses among the survivors won Such dramatically opposed tax revenue esti­ well being and its economic freedom is most Silver Stars for bravery. One hundred three mates must not be ignored. It is a symptom of seriously compromised by our continued ad­ Army nurses and 11 Navy nurses were cap­ severe revenue estimating deficiencies as cur­ herence to a defunct methodology of tax reve­ tured when Bataan and Corregidor fell. They rently practiced in the budget/taxation formula­ nue estimation. Remedial steps must be initi­ remained prisoners of the Japanese for 37 months. tion process. President Bush, and many oth­ ated immediately. Our Nation's economic well ers, have lamented this so-called scoring of Many of our veterans are alive today be­ being and growth may well depend upon such cause of the care given them by women vet­ revenue estimates. The President has taken action. erans. It is about time women are given the the unprecedented action of requesting Fed­ Mr. Speaker, I am therefore today introduc­ recognition due them. As a four-time com­ eral Reserve Chairman Alan Greenspan to ing legislation to remove the tax expenditures mander of Post 4508 of the Veterans of For­ head up a commission to resolve this alleged provisions from the Budget Act of 1974. This eign Wars, I welcome any eligible woman scorekeeping difference. veteran into our organization. wle would like is a needed first step toward thoughtful dialog It is also relevant to point out that there are to have women participating in our commu­ legislators and knowledgeable commentators and remedial action. It is urged that appro­ nity activities and our parades and festivi­ who have expressed their strong view that the priate hearings be held as quickly as possible ties. Our Veterans' Day ceremonies have a in order that public and governmental authori­ part for a woman veteran. We have not had existing methodology for tax revenue esti­ a woman to fill that role in most of our past mation is too shrouded in secrecy and/or ties may be requested to testify including, of course, Chairman Greenspan. ceremonies. That is a shame. We need women grossly deficient that a thorough, critical re­ veterans in our organizational family, just view of the concepts and methodology of tax Our Nation is currently handcuffed by a fun­ as women are a major part of all families. revenue estimations is imperative. damental tax revenue estimation disaster-an Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to exam­ economic malfeasance that impacts every tax­ ine this problem by reading any or all of sev­ payer/voter and every business in our Nation JOIN THE CONGRESSIONAL CALL eral important articles on the subject. They in­ both, directly and indirectly. I urge my col­ TO CONSCIENCE VIGIL clude: leagues to cosponsor the Tax Expenditure Re­ (1) Senator William V. Roth's viewpoint ar­ peal Act of 1991 and support a call for action HON.LAWRENCEJ.SMI1H ticle in Tax Notes-"What's Missing in the in correcting the revenue estimation process. OF FLORIDA Budget Debate? Accurate Information," (10/ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 29/90). Wednesday, March 13, 1991 (2) Senator Bob Kasten's article in Tax Foundation's publication: "Let's Bring Mr. SMITH of Florida. Mr. Speaker, for 15 Glasnost to Revenue Estimates," (2/90). years, the Congressional Call to Conscience

49-059 0-95 Vol. 137 (Pt. 5) 10 6202 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS March 13, 1991 Vigil for Soviet Jews has provided Members of Iraq, including two furnaces, that could aid Al Fontana, and other labor leaders, like Congress an opportunity to voice their concern Iraqi attempts to build a nuclear bomb. At many of you in this room; Charlie for individuals struggling to emigrate from the the request of the Pentagon, U.S. Customs Marciante, and his father before him have Soviet Union. As a co-chairman of the Call to detained a similar furnace build by Consarc made the American labor movement the Corp., before it could be shipped to Iraq. The most successful and innovative in the world. Conscience Vigil for the 102d Congress, I in­ British firm has denied that its furnaces More than any other group, organized vite Members to join me in continuing this im­ would be used for Iraq's weapons program, labor has been responsible for giving Ameri­ portant effort. and the British Government was not legally cans the highest standard of living in the Last year, a record number of Soviet Jews able to restrict the export. In 1987, Consarc world. received official permission to leave the Soviet Engineering sold to the Soviet Union sen­ Al, you have established a distinguished Union. Yet, despite these high emigration sitive missile technology used to make car­ record of service to the working men and numbers, numerous individuals and families bon-carbon, a material which can improve women of Union County. You can be proud of continued to be denied the freedom to emi­ the accuracy of nuclear-armed ballistic mis­ what you have accomplished over the last siles. In September 1990, the U.S. parent half century and you deserve to be congratu­ grate for a variety of unfounded reasons. Now, company filed a S65 million suit against Iraq lated on a great career that has helped so with the political and economic future of the for fraudulently misrepresenting its real in­ many workers and their families to share in Soviet Union in question, the emigration win­ tentions regarding the furnaces. the American dream. dow for Jews and other ethnic minorities may Warmest wishes to you and your beautiful soon close. wife, Jerry, for the best of everything in the In these uncertain times, it is extremely im­ TRIBUTE TO AL FONTANA years ahead. portant that Members of Congress continue their strong advocacy and promotion of human HON.MATTHEWJ.RINALDO rights. I hope that by placing weekly state­ OF NEW JERSEY AMERICA MUST PROTECT ITS WA­ ments in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD describ­ TERS FROM THE THREAT OF IM­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PROPERLY TRAINED AND CER­ ing individual refusenik cases, the struggle of Wednesday, March 13, 1991 these courageous people will not be ignored. TIFIED MARINERS I look forward to working with my fellow co­ Mr. RINALDO. Mr. Speaker, last Friday chairmen of the Call to Conscience Vigil, the evening, Mr. Al Fontana, of Clark, NJ, was HON. NITA M. WWEY gentleman from Minnesota [Mr. SIKORSKI] and honored by the Union County, NJ, AFL-CIO. OF NEW YORK the gentleman from New Jersey [Mr. SMITH], I had the privilege of being a guest speaker at IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the testimonial dinner. I would like to share and with many of my other colleagues on this Wednesday, March 13, 1991 important project. Through our combined ef­ with my colleagues my tribute to this outstand­ forts, we can help keep the cause of refuse­ ing labor leader. Mrs. LOWEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, I niks high on the political agenda. SPEECH BY HON. MATTHEW J. RINALDO rise today to reintroduce a resolution express­ I want to congratulate Al Fontana for his ing the support of the House for the Inter­ leadership of the Union County AFL-CIO and national Convention on Standards of Training, PROLIFERATION PROFITEERS: for his exceptional contributions to the labor Certification, and Watchkeeping for Seafarers, PART 2 movement and to working people of this the STCW, and calling upon the Senate to ex­ county and State. peditiously give its advice and consent to ratifi­ Anyone who can negotiate contracts, serve cation of that Convention. HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK as a shop steward, keep on top of state and OF CALIFORNIA federal labor legislation, get reelected as a Mr. Speaker, I first introduce this resolution IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES business agent, and do all the other things last October in order to call attention to the Wednesday, March 13, 1991 that Al Fontana has accomplished is an ex­ need for the United States to resume its lead­ ceptional person. ership role in promoting tough international Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, today I am plac­ Just look at what he's done: training and certification standards for person­ ing into the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD the sec­ He's served as regional director of the Dis­ nel aboard merchant vessels, particularly oil ond of 12 case studies on foreign firms which tillery Workers International; Vice Presi­ tankers. In light of our increasing reliance on sold nuclear weapons technology to Saddam dent of the State AFL-CIO; Chairman of imported oil shipped here aboard foreign­ Hussein. COPE; President of the Union County AFL­ CIO; United Way Board; Catholic Community flagged vessels, the United States cannot af­ For too long Western governments have ford to take it on faith that other nations ade­ looked the other way, while their companies Services: New Jersey Panel of Arbitrators; business agent for his local union, and quately train and certify their oil tanker person­ sold nuclear weapons technology to whom­ former special assistant to the New Jersey nel. With thousands of foreign-flagged oil tank­ ever was willing to pay. We may have stopped Commissioner of Labor. ers entering our waters every year, it is vital Iraq for the time being but Baghdad could re­ Al also was vice president of the United that the United States participate in efforts to sume its efforts and other countries, such as Way and active with the Union Country maintain minimum qualifications for mariners Iran, Libya, and Syria, could follow with pro­ Legal Aid Society, the Heart Fund, March of responsible for assuring safe passage of these grams of their own. Dimes, Cancer Fund and a half dozen other charities. He's been active with veterans. vessels. Last month, I introduced the Nuclear Non­ Why should the United States ratify the Proliferation Enforcement Act (H.R. 830), to While we're properly cheering for our ter­ rific servicemen and women who did such a STCW? help halt the spread of nuclear weapons. The great job in the Persian Gulf, let's not forget Full participation in the treaty would place legislation is closely modeled on the missile what veterans like Al Fontana did for our the United States in a stronger position in at­ technology sanctions passed in the Defense country in World War II. tempting to require foreign vessels entering bill last fall and is currently co-sponsored by Al earned five battle stars and a Bronze our territorial waters to adhere to tough mini­ 18 Members of Congress. Star-a real record of courage and heroism. mum personnel standards. We must act now to stop these "proliferation It's a great tribute to his wonderful wife, Jerry, and their two sons, Glenn and Eugene, United States participation in the Convention profiteers" now before every small terrorist re­ would help ensure the entry of American ves­ gime in the world has the ultimate weapon. that the Fontana family has encouraged Al all these years. They have a husband and a sels into countries participating in the treaty. TwELVE FOREIGN FIRMS REPORTEDLY EN- father they can truly be proud of-a person Some countries, including Spain and Hong GAGED IN NUCLEAR WEAPONS-RELATED who has participated in a myriad of activi­ Kong, have threatened to refuse entry to TRADE WITH IRA.Q ties but has always found enough time for American ships on the grounds that the United FIRM 2: CONSARC ENGINEERING LTD. (UNITED his wife and family. KINGDOM) States is not a party to the STCW. Despite his political contacts and friend­ By ratifying the treaty, the United States will Consarc Engineering Ltd. is the Scottish ship with virtually every VIP in New Jersey, subsidiary of the New Jersey-based United Al's remained accessible and down to earth. improve its standing to require other countries States firm Consarc Corp. The United States He's been my friend for years, and I'm proud to report on their adherence to the STCW. stated on August 28, 1990 that the United to be associated with someone with a heart The International Maritime Organization Kingdom was prepared to allow Consarc En­ who really believes in helping his fellow [IMO] is expected to begin proceedings for gineering to export smelting equipment to workers. renegotiating the STCW, which could have March 13, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 6203 profound ramifications for America's merchant Mr. Speaker, the fire service does so much or the farmer as well as it should. Important shipping industry and the marine environment. for this Nation and asks so little. I urge my col­ reforms were included in the 1990 farm bill Experience with other treaties indicates that leagues to join us in honoring these real that should improve the actuarial soundness of the United States negotiating position can be American Heroes. the program and enable it to better meet the significantly weakened when it has signed but needs of farmers. A viable crop insurance pro­ not ratified the treaty under consideration. gram has disproportionately large value to Existing Coast Guard regulations governing BIRTHDAY TRIBUTE TO REV. J. Great Plains States such as Nebraska due to vessel crew qualifications already meet or ex­ WENDELL MAPSON, SR.-THE the greater extremes in climate and the great­ ceed the STCW. The United States only WORK HE'S DONE SPEAKS FOR er likelihood of localized droughts as com­ stands to gain from participating in efforts to HIM pared to the eastern Corn Belt and Southeast­ ensure international adherence to these stand­ HON. DONALD M. PAYNE ern States. ards. The March 13, 1991, editorial from the OF NEW JERSEY The recently-passed Oil Pollution Act con­ Omaha World Herald indicates that the new tains many important measures, including re­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Secretary of Agriculture, Ed Madigan, is a quirements for double hulls and improved ves­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 strong believer in the FCIP. This Member sel communications equipment, to diminish the Mr. PAYNE of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, it would like to commend the Secretary for his chances of an oil disaster. But the world's fin­ is indeed a pleasure to wish a man who has support of the program and express support est equipment cannot prevent inadequately contributed so unrelentlessly and unselfishly to for the Secretary's efforts to further improve trained or certified personnel from making mis­ God, his community, and his fellow man, a the FCIP to make it better serve the needs of takes that lead to environmental tragedies. happy birthday. I had that opportunity this past farmers and taxpayers. This Member submits With America more dependent on foreign oil weekend. For many, birthdays come and go-­ the following editorial for the RECORD. than ever, it is time for the Senate to act on years passing by-not allowing these individ­ FULL MENU FOR FARMERS IS BEST this treaty so that the United States can more uals to stand back and take inventory of the Edward Madigan, the new secretary of ag­ effectively guard its waters from the risk of contributions they have made to the world riculture, is apparently a believer in federal poorly trained mariners guiding foreign-flagged community. Not so with my esteemed constitu­ crop insurance. He said he will emphasize vessels. that form of protection during his time in of­ ent, Rev. J. Wendell Mapson, who can stand fice. Right on, Mr. Secretary. Ratifying the STCW would strengthen the back, with pride, year after year, and take in­ excellent work of the Congress on comprehen­ Madigan, who spent 16 years on the House ventory of the service and work rendered in Agriculture Committee, was credited by sive oil spill legislation and send a clear signal pursuit of making "thy kingdom come * * * President Bush with playing a leading role in to the world that America is serious about pro­ on earth as it is in heaven." the writing of the last two major farm bills. tecting its coastal environment. I urge my col­ J. Wendell Mapson was born in Bullock "Back where he grew up, agriculture is the leagues to join as cosponsors of my resolu­ County, AL. Being converted and baptized at economy," Bush said at Madigan's swearing­ tion, which wil help us achieve these ex­ the early age of 8 years, Reverend Mapson in ceremony Tuesday. tremely important goals. The new secretary has said that a wide was called to the ministry and was licensed at range of types of crop insurance, from the age 14. Since 1933, he has served as pastor most basic coverage to insurance so exten­ INTRODUCTION OF NATIONAL for several congregations around the country. sive that it "paid even if all you had to claim FIREFIGHTERS DAY He is presently serving as pastor of the Mt. was hurt feelings," should be available to Calvary Baptist Church in Newark, NJ, where farmers. He said that in his district, insur­ HON. CURT WELDON he has been the pastor for 43 years. ance company employees were trying to sell The objective of kingdom building here on only the most expensive policies. OF PENNSYLVANIA When the provided farmers with informa­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Earth has been accomplished by Reverend tion on inexpensive basic protection for corn Mapson and the Mt. Calvary Baptist Church and soybeans, participation doubled, from 40 Wednesday, March 13, 1991 through their day care center, apartment com­ percent to 80 percent of the farmers eligible Mr. WELDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to plex, and various community-oriented projects. for coverage, Madigan said. We hope that introduce an important measure to honor It is also apparent by counting the numerous Madigan has a chance to make his case for a America's domestic defenders, the American awards and citations bestowed upon him that crop insurance program. firefighter. The bill will set aside October 8, Reverend Mapson is, and has been, using the Such a program allows farmers to assess their risks and protect themselves to what­ 1991, as National Firefighters Day. correct road map of life to plot his course. ever extent they wish. One farm manager Three million men and women work in more Mr. Speaker, many of us try to live up to the buys extensive coverage; another willing to than 32,000 fire departments across the nation theme of the spiritual, "Let the Work I've Done take his chances would not. to safeguard the American public from the rav­ Speak for Me." If my colleagues had an op­ Disaster relief is a different question. The ages of fire. Frequently they do it for no other portunity to meet Reverend Mapson person­ knowledge that Congress might come reason than public service, as fully 85 percent ally, I am sure they would agree with my say­ through with relief after an early freeze, or of them are volunteers. ing, "Reverend Mapson, your work indeed a late blizzard, or a hailstorm just before harvest, can cause some people to take These men and women place their lives on speaks loudly for you, because it is through the line every day to improve public safety, chances. Disaster aid can easily become a po­ letting your light shine that others have been litically motivated give-away program in the and that does not always mean putting out saved." hands of Congressmen approaching an elec­ fires. These men and women are also the first Mr. Speaker, I am sure my colleagues tion year. responders to natural disasters, airplane would have wanted to join me as I wished Madigan has the right idea. Give farm crashes, and medical emergencies. Rev. J. Wendell Mapson a happy birthday. managers a wide choice of crop insurance Unfortunately, firefighting is an extremely programs, from the most fundamental cov­ risky profession. Each year, more than 120 of erage to the broadest possible protection. these brave men and women fall in the line of FEDERAL CROP INSURANCE Let each individual decide what is best for duty. Earlier this month, a major blaze in REFORM his or her operation. It is a reasonable sys­ Philadelphia claimed the lives of three such tem that encourages individual initiative. brave individuals. While there remain unan­ HON. DOUG BEREUTER swered questions about the cause of this trag­ OF NEBRASKA THE 1986 TAX REFORM ACT edy, there can be no doubt that every fire­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fighter deserves the acclaim and respect of HON. MICHAEL A. ANDREWS Congress. Wednesday, March 13, 1991 OF TEXAS October 8 will mark the 120th anniversary of Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, this Member IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Great Chicago Fire of 1871. It is appro­ has been an ardent supporter of a strong, via­ priate to take time on that day to recognize ble, and actuarially sound Federal Crop Insur­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 the irreplaceable services performed by fire­ ance Program [FCIP]. Over the past several Mr. ANDREWS of Texas. Mr. Speaker, Mr. fighters. years, the FCIP has not served the taxpayer THOMAS of California and I are introducing leg- 6204 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS March 13, 1991 islation today that would correct the taxation of those owned by the Resolution Trust Corpora­ were met, both of which establish that the rental real estate under the passive loss rules. tion. This is because properties owned by shareholders of the corporation are in the real We are joined by a majority of our colleagues lenders, particularly those owned by the RTC, estate business. on the House Committee on Ways and Means typically require significant costs to make them This bill will no doubt be judged to have a and over 200 of our colleagues in the House. competitively attractive. Since the rules pro­ revenue cost associated with it. While I am Our bill would apply the passive loss rules hibit a tax deduction for expenses in excess of quite prepared to work with the real estate in­ to people in the real estate business the same rents, the rules act as a purchasing disincen­ dustry to seek a commensurate revenue off­ as they are applied to people engaged in tive. set, I do feel that some offset should be count­ other lines of business. This legislation is by To summarize, these tax rules have created ed from the beneficial effects that this legisla­ no means the panacea for all of the troubles an incentive to unload real estate and at the tion would have on the costs of the Nation's currently confronting the Nation's real estate same time have increased the difficulty in find­ financial institution problems-it would encour­ markets. It does represent, however, long ing others willing to hold it. As a result, the na­ age property owners to hold onto and workout overdue tax fairness that would help to place tionwide deterioration of real estate markets troubled properties rather than deed them local real estate markets on a more fun­ and values has been exacerbated, the pres­ back to the lender; it would help to stabilize damentally sound footing. The legislation also sure on our Nation's financial institutions has property values and market across the coun­ would have an important stabilizing influence been magnified and the exposure of liability try; and it would remove the disincentive on the real estate loan portfolios held by for the Nation's taxpayers has been increased. against purchasing properties held by financial banks and other real estate lenders. We need to correct these problems. But in institutions. Mr. Speaker, as we are all well aware, the seeking a sensible solution let me make clear I am also delighted to note that this legisla­ 1986 Tax Reform Act waged a well-intended what our legislation is not intended to do. tion has the united support of the many real attack on real estate tax shelters. Ridding the First, this legislation is not a return to pre- estate industry organizations as well as the tax system of unproductive tax shelters was a 1986 investment incentives for real estate. Our U.S. Chamber of Commerce. Additionally, as laudable goa~ne that I supported and con­ proposal does not reinstate any of the direct noted in comments on the bill submitted by tinue to support. However, it is now time to ac­ real estate tax incentives that existed prior to the American Bar Association, this legislation knowledge that we overreached to the overall the 1986 Tax Reform Act. The bill does not is consistent with the original thrust of the pas­ detriment of the Nation's real estate markets propose returning to accelerated depreciation, sive loss rules. That is, to restrict the availabil­ and the economy. Now is the time to correct or altering the at-risk rules or loosening the ity of tax losses from activities unrelated to the our mistake. construction capitalization rules or weakening taxpayer's primary business. The ABA com­ Few quarrel with the view that real estate is the individual minimum tax rules. ments also state that the bill would not result a major sector of the U.S. economy, and that Further, our legislation is designed to apply in a reinstatement of real estate tax shelters. the level and growth of activity in real estate only to those people it defines to be in the real I urge you to join me in support of this im­ exert significant influences on production and estate business. No benefit is provided to doc­ portant legislation and to work for its enact­ income throughout the economy. Yet, the cur­ tors or lawyers seeking to invest in real estate ment. Following is the text of our legislation: rent passive loss rules create a tax liability for purpose of sheltering their income. that does not represent the true economics of Finally, and perhaps most importantly, our H.R. 1414 a diversified real estate business. In short, in­ legislation is not designed to encourage new Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep­ come from the management, leasing, develop­ real estate development in the country nor do resentatives of the United States of America in ment, brokerage and construction of real prop­ I believe that it would result, in and of itself, Congress assembled, That subsection (c) of erty is classified as active income. At the in new development. What primarily drove de­ section 469 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 (relating to passive activity losses and same time, any loss from rental real estate velopment in the 1980's were excess credit credits limited) is amended by adding at the ownership is automatically deemed to be pas­ and generous tax incentives. Our bill would end the following new paragraphs: sive. Because a passive loss may not be de­ have little or no material impact on either of "(7) TAXPAYERS ENGAGED IN THE REAL PROP­ ducted against active income, people in the these. ERTY BUSINESS.-In the case of a taxpayer en­ real estate business are taxed on the gross in­ Here is how our bill would work. gaged in the real property business, the de­ come of their overall real estate business op­ First, an individual would be required to termination of what constitutes an activity erations, not on their net income. meet a threshold test to establish he or she to and whether an activity is a passive activity This is unlike the tax treatment accorded shall be made by treating the taxpayer's be "engaged in the real property business." rental real property operations, undertak­ any other type of American business operation Then, and only then, would he or she be al­ ings and activities in the same manner as where losses are considered to be passive lowed to prove that they materially participate nonrental trade or business operations, un­ only if they are derived from an activity in in their rental real estate activities. The mate­ dertakings, and activities. which the taxpayer does not materially partici­ rial participation test would be the same test "(8) INDIVIDUALS ENGAGED IN THE REAL pate. that is now set forth in Treasury Department PROPERTY BUSINESS.-For purposes of para­ These rules are clearly arbitrary and unfair regulations for individuals in other lines of graph (7), an individual is engaged in the real for people engaged in the real estate busi­ business. property business if- ness. More importantly, they are also heavy An individual would be treated as "engaged "(A) such individual spends at least 50 per­ cent of such individual's working time in contributors to the mess we are now facing in in the real property business" if he or she real property operations; and the overall economy. spent at least 50 percent of his or her working "(B) such individual spends more than 500 For example, these rules discourage people time in real property operations and spent hours during the taxable year in real prop­ from incurring the legitimate costs of holding more than 500 hours during the taxable year erty operations. troubled properties. Why continue to fund the in real property operations. This would involve "(9) REAL PROPERTY OPERATIONS.-For pur­ cash-flow shortfall on a troubled property if it two straightforward definitions. The first is that poses of paragraph (8), the term 'real prop­ is not recognized as a deductible cost of doing "real property operations" would mean real erty operations' means any real property de­ business? I am convinced that these rules are property development, redevelopment, con­ velopment, redevelopment, construction, re­ construction, acquisition, conversion, rental, making property workouts much more difficult struction, conversion, rental, management, operation, management, leasing, brokerage, to achieve. This has led to more property leasing, and similar operations. The second is appraisal, and finance operations. being owned by leJlders than otherwise would that "working time" would mean any time "(10) WORKING TIME.-For purposes of para­ be the case. Property renovations and up­ spent providing services as an employee, sole graph (8), the term •working time' means grades also are discouraged by the current proprietor, S corporation shareholder, partner any time spent as an employee, sole propri­ rules helping to contribute to the falling values in a partnership or beneficiary of a trust or es­ etor, S corporation shareholder, partner in a we are witnessing nationwide. tate. partnership, or beneficiary of a trust or es­ In addition to probably increasing the num­ One other change to the current passive tate. "(11) CLOSELY HELD C CORPORATIONS EN­ ber of properties that are deeded back to lend­ loss rules would apply in the case of a closely GAGED IN THE REAL PROPERTY BUSINESS.-For ers, the current passive loss rules also tend to held C corporation. Such corporations would purposes of paragraph (7), a closely held C discourage people from purchasing properties be considered "engaged in the real property corporation is engaged in the real property already held by financial institutions, including business" if one of two alternative criteria business if- March 13, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 6205 "(A) 1 or more shareholders owning stock Little League Baseball. He also founded the The Breast Diagnostic Clinic is designed to representing more than 50 percent (by value) Little League challenger division for disabled circumvent these problems and provide quick of the outstanding stock of such corporation and unfortunate children, and he enforced a access to early detection and treatment, espe­ materially participate in the aggregate real drug and alcohol awareness program. In addi­ cially for the economically underprivileged. It is property activities of such corporation; or "(B) such corporation meets the require­ tion to helping the youth from my district, Dr. widely acknowledged that reduced waiting ments of section 465(c)(7)(C) (without regard Hale served as a presidential appointee to the times and effective education and early detec­ to clause (iv)) with respect to the aggregate Reagan administration's White House Corr tion are essential for promoting women's real property activities of such corporation." ference for a Drug Free America. Besides re­ health. (b)(l) Paragraph (2) of section 469(c) of such ceiving this honor, Dr. Hale is listed in "Amer­ The Breast Diagnostic Clinic will ultimately Code is amended to read as follows: ican Men of Science," "Who's Who in the benefit more than Miami area women. The "(2) PASSIVE ACTIVITY INCLUDES CERTAIN East" and "Who's Who in American Edu­ program is designed to expand from breast RENTAL ACTIVITIES.-Except for rental activi­ cancer education, prevention and diagnostic to ties treated in the same manner as nonrental cation." trade or business activities pursuant to para­ Dr. Cipolla has been practicing medicine in a general woman's health center emphasizing graph (7), each rental activity is a passive Williamsport for 40 years. He will receive the health maintenance and early detection for activity without regard to whether or not award for "his contributions to the community other diseases. The project itself is developed the taxpayer materially participates in the and his humanitarian efforts in the medical to be an exportable model to benefit other rental activity." profession." Currently he is a member of the communities and may prove to be an impor­ (2) Paragraph (4) of such section 469(c) is American Board of Surgery and the American tant contributor to the advancement of wom­ amended to read as follows: College of Surgeons. Dr. Cipolla was presi­ en's health. "(4) MATERIAL PARTICIPATION NOT REQUIRED dent of several institutions: he served two The Breast Diagnostic Clinic is presently in FOR PARAGRAPH (3).-Paragraph (3) shall be applied without regard to whether or not the terms at the Northcentral Pennsylvania Chap­ the formative stage and is a beneficiary of the taxpayer materially participates in the ac­ ter of the American Cancer Society, was presi­ leadership provided by the Breast Diagnostic tivity." dent of the staff of Divine Providence Hospital, Steering Committee. The steering committee (c) The amendments made by this section and was president of the Lycoming County is an enabler for the Jackson Memorial Hos­ shall apply to taxable years beginning after Medical Society. Among the awards he has pital staff in implementing the breast cancer December 31, 1991. received, Dr. Cipolla was presented the Out­ diagnosis and treatment program. The com­ standing Citizen Award by the Shrine Club mittee plays an important role in assuring fi­ and Knights of Columbus, and was named nancial support for the program. Stanley Tate RECIPIENTS OF THE 1991 December's Care Physician of the Month at and Tanya Dawkins provide expert guidance BROTHERHOOD CITATION AWARDS Williamsport Hospital. for the committee as co-chairs. The Jackson Mr. Speaker, it is obvious that these gentle­ Memorial Hospital staff has contributed the HON. GEORGE W. GEKAS men have displayed extraordinary assistance leadership of Marlene Rifkin and Alex Stolfi to OF PENNSYLVANIA to the community through their selfless efforts, the clinic's organizational task force. I com­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES volunteerism, and constant dedication to the mend all of these dedicated and professional Wednesday, March 13, 1991 people they serve. They touch the heart, and individuals for their personal commitment to the soul of every person they meet-young see the Breast Diagnostic Cancer Clinic Mr. GEKAS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ac­ and old alike-and they inspire these people through to completion. knowledge the National Conference of Chris­ to reach for their goals no matter how arduous tians and Jews [NCCJ], and to congratulate the journey may be. Both Dr. Hale and Dr. this year's recipients of the Brotherhood Cita­ Cippola are well-deserving of these fine THANKS FOR A JOB WELL DONE tion Awards. awards which represent brotherhood, coopera­ The NCCJ is a national organization dedi­ tion, friendship and justice. I encourage both HON. E de la GARZA cated to promoting goodwill and friendship Dr. Hale and Dr. Cipolla to continue their fine OF TEXAS among all men. The Lycoming County chapter efforts, and to inspire others to follow their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fosters this benevolence several ways. First lead. and most importantly is the recognition of per­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 sons who, through their "community service, Mr. DE LA GARZA. Mr. Speaker, back in volunteerism, business practices and philarr JACKSON'S BREAST DIAGNOSTIC 1966 in my first term it was my privilege to thropy," prove themselves to be upstanding CANCER CLINIC come before this body to speak about a new citizens of the community. self-help program being launched-Project The NCCJ also sponsors and funds, via HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN SER. At that time we knew what our hopes for contributions, the Lycoming County Camp OF FLORIDA that program were, but little did we know the Cadet Program. This program, with the help of resounding success this program would prove IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Pennsylvania State Police and the to be. Lycoming County Law Enforcement Associa­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 That is why 25 years later I stand here be­ tion, offers children aged 12 to 14 to experi­ Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, breast fore you to commend SER on its accomplish­ ence the outdoors and gain a love and appre­ cancer is a disease that kills nearly 50,000 ments. SER programs are providing literacy ciation for the environment. women a year and affects one out of 10 in and job skills training to countless commu­ Finally, the NCCJ sponsors the "Dreams their lifespan. Despite the ghastly death toll nities and individuals across the Nation. In Corne True" program which grants a last wish this disease claims, facilities and programs turn, these participants have become more to children diagnosed with terminal illnesses. dealing with this cancer are often unable to productive and contributing members of soci­ This year, the NCCJ chose Dr. Creighton J. carry the demand for treatment. The Jackson ety. And, I should point out SER has done all Hale, president and chief executive officer of Memorial Hospital has resolved to combat this this while consistently being rated as a cost Little League Baseball since 1983, and Dr. problem head on with the formation of the effective national program by the Department Charles F. Cipolla, a Williamsport Pennsylva­ Breast Diagnostic Cancer Clinic. This promis­ of Labor. nia surgeon, as the 1991 recipients of the ing project will focus on cancer prevention, SER's motto is "Cultivating America's Great­ Brotherhood Citation Awards. These awards early detection and access to diagnosis, areas est Resource: People." It is exactly that atti­ are "presented to two outstanding citizens of of increasing concern to the Dade county area tude which I feel is the reason for the success our county in recognition of their many years and the Nation at large. of this program. From day one they have al­ of community service and their commitment to In the words of Marlene Rifkin, vice-presi­ ways believed where there is a will there is a furthering the cause of brotherhood in our dent for quality assurance at Jackson Memo­ way. With that in mind I do not think there has county." rial Hospital, ever been any doubt that SER was destined Dr. Hale, a pioneer in the development of There are three diseases that a woman has not only to realize, but to exceed its goals. safety equipment for youth sports, is recog­ to fear: delay, ignorance and confusion. The Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this oppor­ nized as playing a vital role in the growth of common thread of them is indigence. tunity to submit once again the statement I 6206 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS March 13, 1991 made before this House on June 15, 1966 in tional groups, local organizations, and the skills by holding one or more specific youth support of Project SER. I am proud to have persons served by the projects. leadership positions in his patrol and/or troop. been here at its inception as well as to be a California and Texas will each have four This young man has distinguished himself in jobs-for-progress centers under SER with one part of its silver anniversary. I wholeheartedly center planned for each of the other three accordance with these criteria. believe the next quarter century will prove States. The centers will be located in Phoe­ Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues equally as enriching. I would like to congratu­ nix, Ariz.; in Los Angeles, Santa Anna, San to join me in saluting Eagle Scout Joseph H. late its leaders for their dedication and their ef­ Diego, and the bay area of California; in Den­ Fontaine. In turn, we must duly recognize the forts which have contributed greatly to the ver, Colo.; at Albuquerque, N. Mex., and in Boy Scouts of America for establishing the success that's been achieved. To the Board of Corpus Christi, El Paso, Houston, and San Eagle Scout Award and the strenuous criteria Directors and everyone affiliated with SER­ Antonio, Tex. its aspirants must meet. This program has The timetable calls for program and staff Jobs for Progress National, Inc., I want to say development during the first 4 months and through its 80 years honed and enhanced the thanks for a job well done. May your future be submission of State proposals in the fifth leadership skills and commitment to public as bright as your past: month of the program. service of many outstanding Americans, two [From the Congressional Record, June 15, I hope that this is but a beginning of the dozen of whom now serve in the House. 1966] spirit of cooperation which is needed be­ It is my sincere belief that Joe Fontaine will tween the Spanish-speaking people of the continue his public service and in so doing will NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPANISH-AMERICANS Southwest and their Federal Government. further distinguish himself and consequently Mr. DE LA GARZA. Mr. Speaker. Recently I Great things can come from working to­ gether in a spirit of harmony, not asking fa­ better his community. I am proud that this spoke on the floor of this House concerning young man undertook his Scout activity in my the problems of the Spanish speaking people vors, or special treatment, but assuming of the Southwest, and one of the rec­ their responsibilities as citizens, and the congressional district, and I join friends, col­ ommendations which I made was that a Government assuring them of their rights leagues, and family who salute him. unique approach to job training and place­ and privileges earned by the assumption of ment be undertaken through a program of those responsibilities. self-help called SER-service, employment, I want to thank and congratulate Sec­ IN CELEBRATION OF THE 54TH AN­ and redevelopment. retary Wirtz and Sargent Shriver for their NIVERSARY OF PUERTO RICAN I am happy to inform you today that the aid and understanding. LEADERSHIP Secretary of Labor, W. Willard Wirtz, and I want, also, to show my appreciation to Sargent Shriver, Director of the Office of President Lyndon B. Johnson, who has al­ Economic Opportunity, jointly announced ways been our friend, for his continued inter­ HON. JOSEI E. SERRANO the funding of this program. est in our problems and assure him of our OF NEW YORK The 1-year demonstration grant will be ad­ support and cooperation in making our coun­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES try great and prosperous by showing our re­ ministered by Jobs for Progress, Inc., a non­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 profit organization jointly sponsored by the sponsibility, and if we have problems, expos­ League of United Latin American Citizens­ ing them in a mature and sensible manner, Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to LULAC-and the American GI Forum of the worthy of the dignity of our ancestry, for we celebrate the 54th anniversary of the first United States. cannot and must not, in an attempt for rec­ Puerto Rican elected to public office in the Project SER will explore new approaches ognition, disobey the laws of this country or continental United States. to employment, increased earning power and trample over the rights of others. It is only by patience and understanding that we can Mr. Oscar Garcia Rivera, Esq., was elected improved living standards for those in the assemblyman in the State of New York by the Southwest who face unique problems largely help ourselves, and indeed help others, wait­ because of cultural differences. The grant ing for the day when truly every American 14th District, at that time Harlem, on March 7, will establish a single centralized regional can sincerely say, "I am an American and 1937. service, which will in turn provide technical every other American sees and considers me Born in Mayaguez, PR, November 6, 1900, assistance for jobs-for-progress centers in as such, and I in turn see him in the same Oscar Garcia Rivera was raised on a coffee the five States, each programing training, light." plantation. As a young man, Garcia Rivera placement, and relocation services. Thank you. demonstrated talent and leadership. He was SER will provide prevocational guidance, president of his high school senior class in remedial education, and relocation services 1925, and excelled in his studies. After grad­ for the Spanish-speaking community while JOSEPH H. FONTAINE ATTAINS assisting States, industry, and the Federal RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT uation from high school, Garcia came to the Government in recruitment. A regional mainland and began working part time in a skills bank created from the network of jobs­ HON. JOHN REED factory in Brooklyn, while he continued to take for-progress centers will maintain an inven­ OF RHODE ISLAND courses to reach his goal of becoming a law­ tory of professional, technical, skilled, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES yer. He applied for a job at the U.S. Postal semi-skilled persons for employment Service, obtained high recommendations, and throughout the five-State region. Wednesday, March 13, 1991 was assigned to the post office in City Hall. Relatively little specialized service, bilin­ Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to sa­ He quickly became very involved in union is­ gual, and culturally oriented, has been avail­ able for the Spanish-Americans, but these lute a distinguished young man from Rhode sues, and later encouraged the establishment centers will draw into manpower; develop­ Island who has attained the rank of Eagle of the Association of Puerto Rican and His­ ment, and training programs, community ac­ Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. He is Jo­ panic Employees within the U.S. Postal Serv­ tion programs, on-the-job training projects seph H. Fontaine of troop 117 in Warwick, RI, ice. and prevocational courses, large numbers of and he is honored this week for his note­ Garcia Rivera attended law school at St. persons not now reached through more con­ worthy achievement. John's University, and he graduated in 1930. ventional approaches. Not every young American who joins the Dedicated and committed to the struggles of The job progress centers will put heavy Boy Scouts earns the prestigious Eagle Scout pioneer Puerto Ricans and Hispanics in East emphasis on communications and recruit­ ment. The Government agencies expect Award. In fact, only 2.5 percent of all Boy Harlem, where poverty and discrimination sharply increased utilization by Spanish­ Scouts do. To earn the award, a Boy Scout were rampant, Garcia Rivera announced pub­ Americans of U.S. Employment Service and must fulfill requirements in the areas of leader­ licly in 1937 that he would seek a seat in the other facilities through their close coopera­ ship, service, and outdoor skills. He must earn New York State Assembly. tion with SER. 21 merit badges, 11 of which are required In March of the same year, he made history The nonprofit Jobs for Progress, Inc., will from areas such as citizenship in the commu­ by becoming the first Puerto Rican elected to be governed by a board composed of rep­ nity, citizenship in the Nation, citizenship in the public office in the continental United States. resentatives of LULAC, the GI forum and the world, safety, environmental science, and first He won re-election the following year and con­ Community Services Organization. The re­ gional board will be enlarged by the partici­ aid. tinued in this post until 1940. pation of other local service-oriented groups. As he progresses through the Boy Scout During the short time that he served in the The State boards, whose programs will be re­ ranks, a Scout must demonstrate participation Assembly, Oscar Garcia Rivera initiated legis­ viewed by the regional directors before fund­ in increasingly more responsible service lation that offered valuable and lasting con­ ing, will include representatives of both na- projects. He must also demonstrate leadership tributions to his Puerto Rican community, the March 13, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 6207 labor movement, and to the working class. He Mr. Speaker, at a time when patriotism has jamin Davis was silenced at West Point. "Si­ introduced a bill guaranteeing safeguards reached its finest hour, this message is a liv­ lencing" at the Point means that except for against unemployment; this revolutionary ing yellow ribbon. It captures for us a graphic conversations necessitated by academics or piece of legislation was enacted into law in picture of one man's triumph over injustice military training, no one talks to you. It is a hard punishment for anyone and is re­ February of 1939. Garcia Rivera defended and embellishes the history of America served at the Academy for those whose be­ minimum wage laws, fought for regulated through the labors of Gen. Benjamin 0. Davis, havior has been reprehensible in the eyes of hours of labor, worked to establish tariff agree­ Jr. I am honored, as the chairman of the Con­ the Corps, but who have not gone far enough ments, and most importantly, he was commit­ gressional Black Caucus braintrust on veter­ to have been dismissed. And what was Ben­ ted to protecting the rights of manual laborers ans affairs, to share this wonderful tribute with jamin Davis's transgression? He was black. and encouraged workers to organize them­ you and the people of our Nation. Nevertheless, he endured that treatment selves into active unions. He also supported REMARKS BY GEORGE L. KNOX III and graduated near the top of his class of 1936. Such a class ranking means that the the campaign which established a law which Honor is a powerful word: "On my honor" newly minted Second Lieutenant can choose punished lynching throughout the United ... "My word of honor" ... "To love, honor his branch of service. General Davis chose States. and cherish." The "H" word is used when im­ the Air Corps because it was his dream to The legislative career of Oscar Garcia Ri­ portant, soul touching concepts are the sub­ fly-but the Air Corps did not choose him. vera ended barely 3 years after it began. He ject. Why teach a black man to fly, if he could be Some of the honor phrases are burned into taught so difficult a task, when there was no returned to Puerto Rico, and died in 1969 in your mind, phrases like "Duty, Honor, Coun­ the same town where he was born, Maya­ unit to which he could subsequently be as­ try." The motto of our military academy at signed. He was, instead, shuffled from one guez. West Point, even if it was branded on his duty station to another, all of which were The anniversal)'. of Oscar Garcia Rivera's back, could not more clearly have defined less than those for which he was qualified by election as the first Puerto Rican who attained any man better than it does Benjamin 0. training and temperament. a public office marks a proud moment in our Davis, Jr., Lt. General United States Air However, in the end Benjamin Davis's history. Despite his brief career as assembly­ Force, Retired. dream defereed was not a dream denied. As We are here tonight to honor General the winds of World War II began to blow, it man, Oscar Garcia Rivera became a great Davis for a lifetime of achievement-and it leader in his community, creating a role model became clear that a lot of things were going has been a life full of achievement. In talking to change in our country. Those breezes hit for young people, and establishing hope for about that life, I'd like to begin in the mid­ the War Department when President Roo­ his people that they could achieve their dle and end at the beginning, sevelt instructed it to form a squadron of dreams in the United States. His actions trans­ Starting with his time as a student at the black pilots. In an institution whose oper­ formed the Puerto Rican community, and im­ Air War College, Benjamin Davis's military ational attitudes towards blacks were fixed proved working conditions in the State of New career was typical-if any general officer's by official army studies concluding that we career can be so described. York. were too deficient in character, intelligence, Tours in Korea during the conflict there and martial spirit even to be foot soldiers Mr. Speaker, I am proud to share this tribute and later, Japan, the Philippines-twice­ with you, which marks the beginning of Puerto among whites, you can imagine how skep­ Taiwan, and Germany. tically was viewed an instruction that one of Rican leadership in New York and the con­ Service at the Pentagon and a last mili­ the most technically demanding of military tinental United States. tary assignment as Deputy Commander of specialists was to be opened to us! the U.S. Strike command based in Florida. The Army had no choice but to comply. After hanging up his uniform in 1970, Gen­ General Davis was chosen not only to be in A STERLING TRIBUTE TO RETIRED eral Davis went on to become Director of the first class of flying cadets but eventually LT. GEN. BENJAMIN 0. DAVIS, Public Safety in Cleveland and eventually to command the 99th Pursuit Squadron. JR. BY GEORGE L. KNOX III the Assistant Secretary of Transportation The training situation was difficult. Their for Safety and Consumer Affairs. After his base was near Tuskegee Institute, Alabama second retirement, General Davis made a sig­ then, as now, an oasis. But the desert was HON. CHARLF.S 8. RANGEL nificant contribution to the American econ­ arid. Local attitudes were hostile and the OF NEW YORK omy. As a primary advocate for the 55 mile base, officered by whites, was tense. Once IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES per hour speed limit on our highways, he again Benjamin Davis prevailed and he, with may be credited with the development of the four others, were the first blacks to win Wednesday, March 13, 1991 radar detector industry-I myself own two. their wings as Army Air Corps pilots. Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, there are mo­ General Davis is the son of an Army Offi­ When sufficient additional pilots has been cer who became the first African-American ments in our lives when the human spirit rises trained, along with ground personnel to sup­ to win a General's star. Benjamin Davis, Jr., port them, the 99th was sent to North Africa. to its highest potential to . capture the full an army brat, grew up on and around army breadth of our capacity to feel and express Its first missions were shaky, to be expected garrisons. So, it is not surprising that he de­ in a unit with no combat veterans. But, it emotion. Such a moment occurred on March cided to enter the family business and go to performed well. And, despite a cretinous 7, 1991, here in the Nation's Capital. On that West Point. That's a simple phrase of toss back channel attempt to declare that the evening, the son of one of this Nation's un­ off-"he decided to go to West Point"-but "Tuskegee Experiment" has failed, the ac­ sung war heroes stepped before a microphone not an easy task for any person to accom­ complishments of General Davis and his men to enshrine for us the poignantly moving life plish, given the rigors of the appointment meant that more and more black pilots and application process. For a black man in would be trained, formed into a larger and story and Herculean struggles against racism the 1930's it would seem almost impossible. waged by the highly decorated retired Air self-sustaining fighting unit, and sent back And, the "establishment" did its best to into battle. Force Lt. Gen. Benjamin 0. Davis, Jr. The make it impossible for him. Through his per­ As commander of the 332nd Fighter Group, attendees at the National Association of Black­ severance, he won admission and reported in General Davis led his men to a fighting Owned Broadcasters annual dinner heard the summer of 1932. record to be envied. While I cannot take all George Knox Ill reference the love and es­ I have been to West Point many times. Its night to celebrate all that they did, one unit teem shared by all who served with and for imposing buildings on a Hudson River bluff, accomplishment deserves notice. General Davis. But few knew as they wit­ the plain where the Corps of Cadets passes in One of their often assigned missions was to review, the cadet mess, the Superintendent's nessed this extraordinary testimonial that this escort allied bombers who were trying to do offices, the lounges and conference rooms to the German war machine what we re­ young man's father, George Knox II, had per­ looking like nothing so much as a fortress .. cently did to Saddam Hussein. The escort's ished in an accident while flying a mission for . all hung with flags and banners celebrating mission was to protect those bombers from the U.S. Air Force. His father had served glory won with the blood of generations of attack by the Luftwaffe's best fighters. In all proudly under General Davis' command of the men, and now women, who have passed its of those escort missions, the 332nd lost not now heralded Tuskegee airmen who have way. It is a place where lifelong habits of dis­ one . . . not one . . . bomber to enemy air­ written a chapfer of their own in the history of cipline are instilled and where the kind of craft. However much that achievement military excellence. George Knox Ill's words bonding necessary to develop a cadre of army means to you now, it meant a pile to those officers takes place. are a memorial to the rich tradition of service bomber crews. One would expect it to be a hard place. As far as I am concerned, the men under by African-Americans to this Nation's Armed And, it is. A spirit of mutual support among General Davis's command, and largely due to Forces and a very special window on an era the cadets helps them both to survive and his command, covered themselves with which we hope has passed. get the most out of the experience. But, Ben- glory. 6208 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS March 13, 1991 After the war, the entire black Air Force retary Cheney's efforts. For the benefit of our I say subjective because the 1988 and, moved to Lockbourne Air Base in Columbus, nation's fiscal health, military reductions are a thus, the 1991 selection criteria are full of am­ Ohio. There the unit stayed until President necessity. And with force reductions, base clo­ biguities. Truman's Executive Order desegregated the military and the Tuskegee Airmen went sures must follow. For example, criterion No. 4 mentions "Cost their separate ways. However, to the extent possible, base clo­ and manpower implications" But, without a The roll of those airmen and their support sure decisions must be made on objective clearer definition of this criteria, the 1991 groups rings with names you all know. Cole­ military considerations, not subjective guess­ Commission will be forced to draw its own man Young, Lee Archer-America's only work, as occurred with the 1988 Base Re­ conclusions about "costs." As the GAO analy­ black "ace"-Percy Sutton, the units' intel­ alignment and Closure Commission. That ligence officer ... it is a long and impressive sis of the 1988 Commission revealed, there is list. One of the names on that list is George Commission operated from a highly dubious no simple method for determining costs asso­ L. Knox. set of assumptions, and then veiled its work in ciated with closing military bases. Different My father was in the third class of grad­ secrecy. The results-predictably-were ques­ commissions-or commissioners-could easily uates. Through the Lockbourne days, my dad tionable. reach different conclusions when using cri­ served under Benjamin Davis's command for For example, the Commission rec- terion No. 4 to assess the closure or realign­ many years. ommended that the Information Systems Com­ ment of a particular base. May I say directly to you, General Davis, mand based at Ft. Huachuca, AZ, be re­ that there is no man for whom my father had I mention this particular criterion as an ex­ greater respect. It was a respect bordering on aligned to Ft. Devens, MA. The Commission ample. None of the other eight criteria provide awe. Hell, it was awe! In his frequent believed that the costs of such a move could for more objectivity. reminiscences about you over the years, I be recouped within 6 years-thus meeting one My real hope is that Secretary Cheney him­ could see the value of good and caring lead­ of the criteria established for the 1988 Com­ self will expand on these selection criteria ership to men who, every day, put first their mission. However, a General Accounting Of­ when he makes his initial selection for closing lives and then their self-respect on the line. fice--GAO-analysis later revealed that the You were so formidable a personage that and realigning domestic bases on April 15, even I remember you from Lockbourne and I costs associated with the realignment would prior to Commission review. was only five years old then. You have not be recouped for at least 40 years, and One suggestion for accomplishing this meant a lot to my life because like another possibly 200. would be to apply measurable weighted stand­ Although the 6-year cost recovery require­ of my generation here tonight, Pierre Sut­ ards for each criterion. I know from the final ton, we learned from our fathers who learned ment has been deleted, the 1991 base closure publication of the base closure selection cri­ from you. selection criteria closely resemble the same teria on February 15, that the Department of How much true pleasure, how truly great criteria used by the 1988 Commission. The an honor it is for me now to be asked to Defense does not believe that weighted meas­ 1991 criteria are as follows: present this award to you. I do it for me, but ures can be developed. I am somewhat skep­ First, the current and future mission require­ I also do it for my father and in so closing tical that DOD cannot apply some form of one of my life's loops, I also honor my parent ments and the impact on operational readi­ to whom you meant so much. ness of the Department of Defense's total standard measure in order to evaluate the net General Davis, sir! The National Associa­ force. worth of a military base. tion of Black Owned Broadcasters is proud to Second, the availability and condition of I would further suggest that Secretary Che­ present you with its award for Lifetime land, facilities and associated airspace at both ney look beyond missions currently assigned Achievement. the existing and potential receiving locations. to various installations, and instead look at the Third, the ability to accommodate contin­ assets at the installations themselves. For in­ SECRETARY CHENEY SHOULD CON­ gency, mobilization, and future total force re­ stance, a particular installation which serves SIDER OTHER FACTORS BEFORE quirements at both the existing and potential as host for a mission that is being phased-out CLOSING DOMESTIC MILITARY receiving locations. might be particularly suitable to receive other BASES Fourth, the cost and manpower implications. missions. The overall economic advantages Fifth, the extent and timing of potential costs and disadvantages of closing an installation HON. JIM KOLBE and savings, including the number of years, must be considered, not simply the economic OF ARIZONA beginning with the date of completion of the impact of closing an installation where a par­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES closure or realignment, for the savings to ex­ ticular mission will be phased-out. Wednesday, March 13, 1991 ceed the costs. Finally, I hope Secretary Cheney will take Sixth, the economic impact on communities. other factors into consideration that are not Mr. KOLBE. Mr. Speaker, March 15 marks Seventh, the ability of both the existing and mentioned in the criteria. These factors in­ the deadline for Congressional disapproval of potential receiving communities' infrastructure clude external factors that argue for or against the Department of Defense selection criteria to support forces, missions and personnel. a particular base, such as weather and cli­ for closing and realigning of domestic military Eighth, the environmental impact. mate,. access to training ranges and unre­ installations. Despite the similarity between the 1988 and I have frankly been surprised by the lack of stricted flying space, and the potential for ac­ Congressional comment on this issue. Let me 1991 criteria, there are key differences be­ commodating multiple missions. These factors remind my colleagues that a new list of do­ tween the two processes. The most dramatic impact on mobility and training, which in turn mestic bases chosen for closure will be re­ difference is that the 1988 Commission was were essential elements in the defeat of Sad­ leased by Secretary Cheney on April 15, and charged with closing bases during static force dam Hussein. the selection criteria will play a key role in de­ structure requests. In 1991, the justification for Let me reemphasize my support for Sec­ termining which domestic military installations closing bases revolves around the fact that retary Cheney and my confidence in his ability will be closed. I speak as one member who there will be sharp decreases in force struc­ to select the appropriate military installations has some concerns about the published cri­ ture. But, the 1991 base closure criteria do not for closure based on our Nation's changing teria. make this differentiation. defense posture. However, I wanted to raise I do not envy the task Secretary Cheney In 1988, the previous Commission was these concerns with the selection criteria be­ faces in the next few months. Coming off a charged with actually selecting bases for clo­ cause I am well aware of how these same cri­ great victory in the Persian Gulf over Saddam sure from the very beginning. However, this teria proved to be inadequate during the 1988 Hussein, he still has the difficult task of de­ year, Secretary Cheney will develop the initial base closure and realignment process. fending both a substantial reduction in military selections and the new Commission will make I look forward to working with Secretary expenditures and a new list of bases targeted recommendations based on that list. But the Cheney through the current base closure proc­ for closure. In effect, those soldiers and citi­ problem remains the same. Because the 1988 ess. I hope he will consider these additional zens who can take credit for our Gulf victory and 1991 criteria are nearly the same, the factors before releasing the next list of domes­ may end up being displaced from their jobs. new Commission will have to apply the same tic installations slated for closure. I might also add that, despite the pain asso­ kind of subjective decision-making as did the ciated with force reductions, I support Sec- 1988 Commission. March 13, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 6209 TRIBUTE TO MANUEL DAVILA to try to make sense of it, just so we can The Supreme Court has affirmed this position continue, maybe even learn something about in the face of taxpayer challenges to State life from death. taxes. The IRS position, however, is that HON. CRAIG TIIOMAS Watch over us. Manuel. Help the raindrops OF WYOMING fall just so. States are taxing foreign source income. U.S. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES multinationals are caught in the middle. They are subject to State tax but are required to al­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 CHALLENGE FACING U.S. locate a portion of the tax on the theory that Mr. THOMAS of Wyoming. Mr. Speaker, BUSINESS the State tax is on foreign source income. This today, all of Wyoming grieves the death of a inconsistent treatment is unjustified and must brave Wyoming son who gave his life for his HON. WIWAM M. TIIOMAS be resolved. country. U.S. Army Spec. 4 Manuel Michael OF CALIFORNIA The problems caused by the IRS position Davila was killed in battle February 27, the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES are particularly acute for taxpayers with busi­ last day of the war in the Persian Gulf. Wednesday, March 13, 1991 ness operations in States using a factor for­ Today, March 13, he is laid to rest in his mula method of taxation. Corporations operat­ hometown of Gillette. Today, Manuel is home Mr. THOMAS of California. Mr. Speaker, the ing in these States have higher after-tax costs to watch over those who loved him and the ability of American businesses to compete than their competitors operating in other country he so faithfully served. with their foreign counterparts is one of the States. The I RS position actually discriminates Manuel was a proud soldier, a patriot, a great challenges facing U.S. businesses. among States based on their method of tax­ man of great honor. His family says Manuel There is no shortage of speeches and hear­ ation. loved life. His family treasured his. ings in Congress about international competi­ Mr. Speaker, earlier this week, I was dis­ Those who have never lost a child or a tiveness. There is a shortage of action. As appointed to learn that the IRS had finalized brother can never understand the Davila fami­ Congress debates what should be done, we the regulations on this issue with little mean­ ly's sorrow-words fall short of comfort. But must consider reforming IRS rules and regula­ ingful change. The IRS chose to ignore the know that the people of the State of Wyoming tions which impose additional costs on U.S. major comments of State tax administrators, extend their deepest gratitude to you who businesses competing in the world market­ multinational corporations, concerned Mem­ have close and wonderful memories of a fine place. Congress may never agree on a com­ bers of Congress and many other groups. young man. And may Manuel's strength, pride, prehensive program to help the United States The legislation I am reintroducing today and courage be carried on through each of us. abroad, but we may be able to remedy regula­ solves the problems created by the I RS posi­ The editor of the Gillette News Record, Ron tions adding to problems here. tion by providing that all deductions for State Franscell, wrote a touching tribute to Manuel, Last session, I introduced legislation on the and local corporate income and franchise capturing the essence of what Manual means issue of the allocation of State corporate taxes taxes are allocated to U.S. source income for to Gillette, WY, indeed all of us. I would like between U.S. and foreign source income. A foreign tax credit purposes. The legislation it submitted to the RECORD in its entirety. significant number of business groups, tax­ will, in effect, give a full deduction for State [From the Gillette News Record, Mar. 5, 1991) payers and associations have spoken out in corporate income taxes, relieve the inequity of support of this legislation, including the Na­ subjecting taxpayers to inconsistent taxing re­ RUNNING BETWEEN THE RAINDROPS tional Governors' Association, the Multistate (By Ron Franscell) gimes, and improve the competitiveness of Tax Commission, and the Federation of Tax U.S. multinationals. War defies logic. It is a random, messy hor­ Administrators. ror. We can no more avoid being touched by it than we could run between raindrops. Today, I am reintroducing this legislation Ah, but we were running between rain­ which provides that U.S. corporations can allo­ THE ROCKY MOUNTAIN ARSENAL drops, weren't we? The community had cate deductions for State and local income pulled together. We took comfort in the low franchise taxes to U.S. source income. HON. PATRICIA SCHROEDER odds of a soldier from a small town on the Currently, the IRS requires U.S. multination­ OF COLORADO Great Plains dying in the desert. We found als to allocate a portion of their deduction for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES coverage and sympathy in our hearts. Every State taxes to foreign source income. IRS reg­ day, the news from the Gulf was good. Cas­ ulations on this matter were first issued in Wednesday, March 13, 1991 ualties were miraculously low and victory Then, a revenue ruling interpreting was swift. Then it was over, and we relaxed 1977. 1979 Mrs. SCHROEDER. Mr. Speaker, today I our guard. those regulations held that a franchise tax submit legislation that turns the corner on a Hadn't it all added up for us? They kept measured by income should not be allocated complex military environmental restoration telling us that no news was good news, and to a foreign source income, because it is the project in Colorado: the Rocky Mountain Arse­ when the war ended, we were, still in one cost of the "privilege of doing business" in the nal. piece. As a community, we counted our State. However, in 1987, this ruling was re­ The Rocky Mountain Arsenal National blessings ... we escaped unscathed ... our versed, retroactively, for U.S. corporations Urban Wildlife Refuge Act would transfer title soldiers would come home and we'd have a and, prospectively, for foreign corporations. In of 27 square miles of land just northeast of parade and be happy. We wouldn't have to feel guilty about a local soldier who didn't December 1988, the IRS proposed new regu­ Denver, CO, from the U.S. Army to the U.S. make it... lations, retroactive to 1977, requiring even Department of the Interior. The Secretary of So our guard was down when we heard more extensive allocations of State tax to for­ the Interior would be charged to administer about Manuel Davila, who was killed in the eign source income. Thes.e proposed regula­ land, water, and wildlife there in accordance waning hours of the war. Wait, wasn't it all tions have been severely criticized by many with applicable wildlife refuge management finished? Hadn't we all survived? taxpayers and States. laws. It would be up to the Interior Department Trying to step between raindrops, we The IRS position adversely impacts the to determine compatible recreation opportuni­ tripped an emotional booby trap. In a way, competitiveness of U.S. multinationals in world ties, ways to provide interpretive displays of we all fall victim to it. I never knew Manuel, but he was from my town, he was one of us, markets. U.S. corporations competing with for­ the land and the wildlife, and methods to pro­ and he had dreams. In that way, I knew him eign corporations have an additional cost of vide access to the scientific knowledge gained very well. You know him, too. doing business because they are, in effect, from environmental restoration work taking For many of us, the dead bring memories unable to fully deduct their State income place there. alive. We have no choice but to keep those taxes. Their foreign competitors operating in The Army will still be left with the overall re­ memories alive. 'Feople who didn't know the United States, however, are generally able sponsibility of the massive cleanup required Manual will probably erect some monument to obtain a full deduction for State taxes. on the land. Much of RMA is uncontaminated. to him, and that's very good. Those who The IRS position also inequitably subjects But cleanup of the sites that do have struc­ knew him will carry silent monuments in their hearts, maybe to "the boy who always U.S. multinationals to inconsistent taxing re­ tural, soil, or ground water contamination will smiled." gimes. States, which are constitutionally pro­ still be under the ongoing Rl/FS process. Li­ But whether you knew him or not, please hibited from taxing income that is not attritr ability both during and after the cleanup will remember him. War may be random and utable to in-State activities, believe they are remain with the U.S. Army. And the highest sometimes senseless, but it's the living's job taxing income attributable to in-State activities. priority during the cleanup ahead will still be to 6210 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS March 13, 1991 protect the human health and the environment owned life insurance, it seems to me that DISCRIMINATORY PASSIVE LOSS of residents around the arsenal. these policies have taken advantage of normal RULES TO TODAY'S REAL ES­ Nothing in the bill should give anyone rea­ rules governing COLI in order to create unduly TATE OWNERS son to wonder if it will direct ongoing tax-advantaged products. endangerment assessments or make any de­ The first problem results from the ability of HON. WIWAM M. TIIOMAS cisions on how clean the arsenal should be. a company to charge 1 percentage point more OF CALIFORNIA Two years ago I submitted an amendment that on policy loans than they credit on borrowed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to some tied the issue of open space preser­ amounts of cash value, thereby allowing loan Wednesday, March 13, 1991 vation to a diminished degree of cleanup. My rates greatly in excess of the current cost of intent then was to lead a cheer for the concept money on the open market. Since the spread Mr. THOMAS of California. Mr. Speaker, I of open space and to send a message to key is 1 percent regardless of the interest rate, it am pleased today to join in reintroducing legis­ lation to resolve the serious problems inflicted players in cleanup negotiations of my increas­ does not matter to the insurance company nor upon real estate owners and the economy by ing impatience at the lack of progress. to the policyholder at what level the interest today's discriminatory passive loss rules. This language makes no effort to tie to­ rates are set. However, the taxpayers because Since 1986, I have been concerned about gether anything. It is a reflection from every of the inflated interest deduction, are financing the passive loss rules. I was fearful that the comer of the State that the natural, cultural, the cost of the policyholder's insurance protec­ type of tax discrimination caused by the rules and historic wealth on an inactive chemical tion which is normally nondeductible. To cor­ was more than an attack on tax shelters. I munitions and pesticide production site should rect this problem, this legislation sets a limit was also concerned that the arbitrary treat­ be preserved for all to enjoy. on deductible policy loan interest so that only ment accorded real estate professionals by The bill reminds us what past value we interest that reflects the competitive cost of gave to the land. What used to be virgin prai­ the rules would have negative effects on prop­ money on the open market may be deducted. erty values, lenders, and the overall economy. rie became homesteaders' farms, then a This is accomplished by establishing a stand­ chemical weapon plant, then a commercial Unfortunately, many of my fears have come ard already used by the insurance industry, to pass. A serious downturn in housing and pesticide plant, then a public health hazard, and eliminating the ability to make a distinction then a monumental cleanup site. Now we for­ real estate markets began shortly after the en­ between borrowed and unborrowed funds. actment of the 1986 Tax Reform Act. Property mally implement an exciting future land value. This, in effect, limits the deductible interest to Rocky Mountain Arsenal, because so much values were adversely affected by that act, an amount that is about the same as the mar­ creating problems for lending institutions that buffer land was required for its dangerous mis­ ket cost of money. sion, became home to an astonishingly di­ might otherwise be in relatively good financial The second problem is related to the first. It condition. verse and healthy ecosystem of indigenous is the use of this inflated internally generated wildlife. Deer, bald eagle, hawk, coyote, badg­ I have worked closely with the real estate money to meet the requirements of the four industry since 1986 to develop meaningful leg­ er, rabbit, fish, waterfowl all thrive within a out of seven rule, which should be met from major metropolitan area. It is a rare treat for islation to correct the worst aspects of the policyholder money rather than tax-deferred rules. I am pleased to note that my original the thousands who have already toured the money generated within the policy. To address arsenal. legislation back in 1987 to establish a "mate­ this problem, the legislation limits the amount rial participant" category for real estate profes­ It is now time to protect this natural asset of the four premiums that can be paid with any and to formally remember how, despite our­ sionals has served as the basis for the legisla­ kind of policy-generated funds. tion we are introducing today. Today's bill rep­ selves, it came to be. After all, we would not Third, to address the problem of janitor in­ have an abundant wildlife habitat were it not resents a consensus approach to the prob­ surance, employees who are going to be in­ lems created by the passive loss rules, one for the protection chemical weapon production sured must, under this legislation, be notified gave it. that is supported by all of the real estate in­ by their employers of this fact, and given the dustry groups. We have been telling ourselves for years opportunity to refuse. Also, if the business is about what an environmental eyesore the There is no doubt that the passive loss rules going to be the beneficiary of the life insur­ need to be revised. The rules discriminate Rocky Mountain Arsenal is. Now on the verge ance policy but purchases the insurance pur­ of monumental environmental restoration against someone who happens to make their suant to a funded or unfunded plan of em­ work, we can begin to focus on the Rocky living in the real estate business. Their in­ ployee compensation or benefits, then the em­ Mountain Arsenal Urban Wildlife Refuge as a tended effect, that of reducing tax shelter is ployee who is insured must also participate at way to showcase the wildlife and explain why one that many support. However, the way the the appropriate time in the employee benefit it is here. That's turning a big corner. current rules are written, taxpayers in the real plan that the life insurance is helping to make estate business may not offset losses and possible. While some argue that this type of credits from rental estate against any income, CORPORATE-OWNED LIFE insurance is not actually sold, this provision including their real estate income such as INSURANCE will make sure that when a business uses life management or development fees. This is a insurance to legitimately provide for its em­ tax on the gross income of those in real estate HON. BARBARA 8. KENNELLY ployees, then each and every employee that is business. All other businesses are taxed on OF CONNECTICUT covered by a life insurance policy must be eli­ the net income from all their operations. gible to receive those benefits when, usually IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The rules leave two taxpayers working the at retirement, the time arrives. However, this same hours, making the same kinds of deci­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 participation requirement is not intended to sions and carrying on the same types of busi­ Mrs. KENNELLY. Mr. Speaker, today I am apply to insurance arrangements which are ness activities with vastly different tax treat­ introducing a bill to curtail certain practices in not being used to fund any plan of employee ment because one happens to be involved in the development of corporate-owned life insur­ compensation or benefits, such as key-man the rental real estate business. This arbitrary ance which may be deemed to be excessive policies or buy-sell arrangements. tax treatment warrants our immediate atten­ in terms of traditional COLI products. This legislation is identical to that introduced tion. The first newly developed product makes by Senator PRYOR (S. 632) on March 12. As Our legislation would allow taxpayers en­ use of artificially high interest rates and low the Senator indicated in his remarks, I too be­ gaged in the real property business to prove cash payments to create a heavily tax advan­ lieve the practices addressed in this legislation that they are material participants in their rent­ taged product designed to deal with postretire­ are such that the effective date should remain al real estate activities. These taxpayers would ment medical benefits. The second product is date of introduction rather than date of com­ use the same material participant test cur­ so-called janitor insurance, where a company mittee action as is often the case. rently used by all other taxpayers. Only those allegedly insures all or most of its employees, The effective date of my bill is for contracts in the real estate business would qualify for including the janitor, in order to generate tax­ purchased on or after today, March 13, 1991. the standards the bill creates. free funds with which to pay retirement income I hope very much that the practices identi­ This is an important reform proposal and to the company's senior officers. While I firmly fied in this legislation will be eliminated this one that is strongly supported by Members of believe in the appropriateness of corporate- year. the House of Representatives. In light of the March 13, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 6211 importance of making the tax system neutral missiles through the streets in support of the which I am introducing today, will strengthen with respect to different types of investment, I Iraqi dictator. To permit the PLO to play an in­ the protection afforded to products produced hope we can move the bill forward this year. tegral role in this peace process is akin to let­ through biotechnology and stimulate develop­ ting Zsa Zsa Gabor act as a marriage coun­ ment of new drugs through this innovative selor. Put simply, the PLO cannot be trusted. process. I am pleased to be joined by the gen­ MAINTAIN UNITED STATES SUP­ I, like all others in this House, look forward tleman from California, Mr. Moorhead, and 19 PORT OF ISRAEL DURING THE to a peace in the Middle East that is long last­ of our colleagues in offering this measure. QUEST FOR PEACE ing and prosperous. However, no peace can The legislation is a response to the impedi­ be attained at the expense of Israel. No peace ments American inventors face in obtaining HON. RAYMOND J. McGRATII can be awarded at a cost to a people who, for adequate patent protection for products and OF NEW YORK over 6 weeks, donned gas masks night after processes produced using biotechnology. Bio­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES night. • technology is an immensely important indus­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 Mr. Speaker, forging peace in the Middle try, invented in the United States. In the dec­ East is an enormous task. I believe the United ades ahead, it will improve the lives and Mr. McGRATH. Mr. Speaker, lost in the eu­ States is equal to this task. However, it is health of virtually every American family. It will phoria of the end of the Persian Gulf war are paramount that Israel, no matter what pro­ put people to work. It will save people's lives. the deep questions that remain in the quest posal is put on the table, is recognized and al­ In this decade, it will make a major contribu­ for peace in the Middle East. There is no lowed to maintain her borders and right of self tion to America's positive balance of trade. doubt the travels of Secretary James Baker determination. are to be commended. The Secretary, as di­ The promise of biotechnology has been rected by President Bush, has moved swiftly noted by President Bush who has said that through the troubled region, offering solutions A MILESTONE FOR THE CHEMICAL breakthroughs in the field "* * * offer unprec­ to problems that are hundreds of years old. INDUSTRY INSTITUTE OF TOXI­ edented opportunities for improving the Na­ For this effort, the Secretary is to be ap­ COLOGY tion's productivity, health, and well-being." plauded. However, I cannot help but believe Similarly, the National Academy of Engineer­ that Israel may emerge the loser of the Iraq in­ HON. DAVID E. PRICE ing last year acknowledged that the develop­ ment of biotechnology products is one of the vasion of Kuwait. OF NORTH CAROLINA 1O leading engineering accomplishments of There is no question that linking the Pal­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the past 25 years. estinian question to the defeat of Iraq has ma­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 terialized. I am deeply distrubed that the term Biotechnology allows us to replicate bene­ "land for peace" keeps appearing during Sec­ Mr. PRICE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec­ ficial substances that naturally occur in minute retary Baker's trip. To resort to this diplomacy ognize the Chemical Industry Institute of Toxi­ quantities and produce them in sufficiently will result in a serious setback in our relations cology [CllT], a nonprofit toxicology research large amounts to make them available to treat with Israel and will cast us as an international institute based in North Carolina's Research serious and life threatening disease. Despite hypocrite. If land for peace is the operative of Triangle Park. these impressive achievements-and the ex­ the region, then it would be consistent with In this era of heightened environmental con­ plosive growth in the industry-deficiencies in that policy to simply allow Iraq's march into cern, it is critical to develop the scientific tools our patent law grant unfair advantages to for­ Kuwait. Peace could have no doubt been we need to evaluate potential health risks of eign competitors and threaten the long term maintained if Iraq was not confronted in its chemicals, pharmaceuticals, and consumer viability of the industry. quest for land. To allow Iraq to take Kuwait in products. CllT is devoted to that cause, and is The Biotechnology Patent Protection Act the name of peace is no doubt a scam. How­ working hard to protect public health and puts American companies on an even footing ever, we are now asking Israel to relinquish safety. with their Japanese and European competitors land to a people who cheered the bombard­ The institute is developing the scientific by providing patent protection for the produc­ ments of Tel Aviv. basis for understanding potential human tion process, so long as the starting material During the early days of the Persian Gulf health risks posed by exposure to chemicals, is novel. If we continue to deny such process war, we debated in this chamber a resolution pharmaceuticals, and consumer products. By patent protection, we will dampen American that stated that every country has a right to integrating molecular, cellular, animal and invention and initiative, jeopardizing future defend itself and Israel is no exception. While human toxicity data, CllT researchers are de­ drug development and the economic and med­ Israel had shown great restraint, I supported veloping more reliable methods for assessing ical benefits that come with it. her right to retaliate. There is no question that and predicting exposure-related health effects. The United States had only just begun to having absorbed a first strike, Israel was in a CllT's $16 million budget is funded entirely tap the potential of biotechnology, which pro­ position not only to shield her borders, but to by industry, and is supported by 50 compa­ duces billions of dollars in annual sales for our counter Saddam's missile assaults in a way nies. The Clorox Co. recently became the 50th Nation's economy. Currently, American com­ she sees fit. member of Cl IT, joining an impressive list of panies are spending up to $2 billion in bio­ Israel, however, did not launch any retalia­ companies working to make their products technology research and development each tory strike. Instead, Israel stayed on the side­ safer and more effective. year. The industry employs tens of thousands lines; not out of choice, but to maintain the In its 15 years, CllT has emerged as a lead­ of highly trained scientists and engineers. Arab alliance that President Bush so er in the development fo the basic science of More than 30 States are involved in the active masterful! tailored. There is no doubt that with­ human toxic risk assessment. New methods promotion of biotechnology efforts. out the restraint of Israel, the political nature of developed by CllT have been adopted by One of the biggest impediments to the the alliance would have been in jeopardy. Had many laboratories across the country and the achievement of the full potential of the industry the alliance broken, I think it is safe to say that world. This is truly science in the public inter­ is inadequate intellectual property protection. we would still be in a fight to eradicate Sad­ est, and I want to commend CllT for playing Our legislation remedies the largest such dam Hussein. such a vital role in our Nation's public health. problem. Mr. Speaker, Israel is once again under fire. The U.S. Patent Office has taken the posi­ She is facing a region resentful of her sov­ THE BIOTECHNOLOGY PATENT tion that it is barred from issuing appropriate ereignty and freedoms. Since her existence . PROTECTION ACT patent protection for biotechnology processes nearly 50 years ago, Israel has been the only because of an aberrant court case, the rule of example of democracy in a region torn by hate HON. RICK BOUCHER which the Patent Office agrees should be re­ and terrorism. The Palestinian Liberation Or­ versed through legislation. This situation is es­ OF VIRGINIA ganization, who has never exhibited legitimate pecially unfair because the denial of such pat­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES leadership, is now thrust to the forefront as a ent protection in the United States is contra­ player for peace. This is the same PLO that Wednesday, March 13, 1991 dicted by the extention of such patent protec­ so warmly embraced Saddam Hussein, the Mr. BOUCHER. Mr. Speaker, the Bio­ tion by our trading partners in Japan and same PLO that playfully carried mock SCUD technology Patent Protection Act of 1991, Europe. 6212 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS March 13, 1991 The current problem arises-in the relatively of accomplishment and friendship amidst south Texas she will remain a source of pride, common situation-where the starting material sometimes stormy waters. My respect and ad­ a woman who truly symbolizes the spirit of used in an invention is novel, but the steps miration for Representative Spaniola can only America. used in the process, and often the final prod­ be expressed by emulating his committed and To all whose paths she crossed she will be uct itself, are not. In modem biotechnology, an courageous service. Indeed, our society needs missed. I am most proud to say that she inventor often may develop a novel starting more public servants like Representative called me her friend. To have known her is material, such as a host cell, DNA sequence Spaniola. something I consider quite an honor. She en­ or vector, and use a process previously used Mr. Speaker, it is an honor and a privilege riched my life, and she enriched south Texas. in another context to create a nonpatentable to pay tribute to this highly respected and dis­ She was a great and a grand woman. final product. In these cases, Europe and tinguished gentleman. I ask that my col­ Japan would grant process patents. The U.S. leagues join me in congratulating Representa­ Patent Office frequently grants no effective tive Francis R. (Bus) Spaniola on the occasion DEBT REDUCTION FOR POLAND patent protection, leaving U.S. biotechnology of his retirement. at a competitive disadvantage. HON. WIWAM O. LIPINSKI The Patent Office denies many patent appli­ OF ILLINOIS cations in reliance on a court case that has TRIBUTE TO DR. CLEO DAWSON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SMITH been widely criticized. Last Congress, when Wednesday, March 13, 1991 the Committee on the Judiciary conducted a hearing on a similar measure, the Patent HON. E de la GARZA Mr. LIPINSKI. Mr. Speaker, last week the Commissioner strongly urged Congress to OF TEXAS Members of this House voted overwhelmingly change the result of that case. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to give an additional $640 million in foreign as­ sistance to the State of Israel. I was among Our legislation has the strong support of the Wednesday, March 13, 1991 administration, the business community-in­ those who realized the importance of using cluding the pharmaceutical and biotechnology Mr. DE LA GARZA. Mr. Speaker, I respect­ the immense resources of the United States to industries-and the university community. This fully request a few moments to say that south support our friends. It's simple to understand support sterns from a recognition that stronger Texas recently lost one of its last remaining that those countries who protect the vital inter­ patent laws stimulate research and develop­ pioneers. I would like to take a moment to re­ ests of America should always receive our ment. member this incomparable individual. I'm talk­ willing assistance when they find themselves Tt:e Biotechnology Patent Protection Act of ing about the late Dr. Cleo Dawson Smith, in peril, whether militarily or economically. In 1991 will promote industrial innovation and en­ who a few weeks ago passed away. All of us the case of Poland, 45 years of Communist hance fair trade. are sadder for her loss, but there is no ques­ mismanagement has President Lech Walesa tion that the legacy she leaves behind is a rich facing an economic disaster. The United one. States is once again being asked to offer its CONGRESSMAN KILDEE PAYS Dr. Dawson, as she was commonly referred assistance to a country that protects our vital TRIBUTE TO REPRESENTATIVE to, came to south Texas as a small child by interests, and I would just like to reiterate my BUS SPANIOLA covered wagon. With her family she helped to continued support for the Polish Government build a town beside the railroad where a trail and its people. HON. DALE KIIDEE from the Rio Grande crossed the track-a The economic problems faced by Poland OF MICHIGAN town newly named Mission. This was back in are not really surprising. Only 2 years ago an IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the very early 1900's and long before Mission inefficient, centrally controlled economy was in was incorporated into a city. place. Since then, the Polish people have had Wednesday, March 13, 1991 Cleo Dawson grew up to be an example of to patiently wait for recovery while bearing the Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to how invigoratingly one can live life and how full effects of their economy's arduous trans­ pay tribute to the long and distinguished ca­ limitless are its possibilities. In all of her en­ formation. Price controls have virtually dis­ reer of Francis R. (Bus) Spaniola who has deavors she shined brightly. appeared, and the rate of inflation continues to served as State representative for Michigan's First and foremost, I would call her an edu­ rise, yet wages continue to fall. Thus, it is im­ 87th State House District for the past 16 cator. In fact, because of her years of work in perative that every available financial resource years. Representative Spaniola has recently this field her name, particularly in south Texas, be invested into the domestic economy and retired from public life, leaving behind a legacy became synonymous with education. This not used to service a foreign debt. Poland has of service which will long be remembered in eventually resulted in the street crossing in appealed for the foregiveness of as much as Shiawassee and Livingston Counties. Rep­ front of Mission High School being named in 80 percent of its outstanding foreign debt, and resentative Spaniola will be honored at a roast her honor. some Western governments, which hold about to be held on March 21, 1991 at the Knights She was also an author, well read and two-thirds of the debt, have said they are con­ of Columbus Hall in Owosso, Ml. widely published. One of her most successful sidering a "generous reduction" but have not Although I know Representative Spaniola endeavors, "She Came To The Valley," a trib­ yet named a figure. It seems fairly obvious will continue to serve humanity in whatever ute to her pioneer family's contribution to the that by forgiving a substantial portion of the activities he pursues in retirement, I also know growth of the lower Rio Grande Valley, be­ $46 billion owed by Poland, Western nations that his colleagues and his constituents will came a movie. The true story dealt with the can help her to advance down an economic miss his strong moral presence in the State­ formation of the city of Mission, the border road to recovery. house. I had the good fortune to have served raids by Mexican bandits, the arrival of the On February 24, the Government of Poland in the Statehouse with Representative United States soldiers, and her mother's life in announced they had reached an agreement Spaniola. As an observer of his consistent and what was truly a frontier town. with the International Monetary Fund on a $2 continual courage to stand and speak out for These are only but two of the hats worn so billion financial support package. This could what is right, regardless of the potential criti­ well by Dr. Dawson. Also included among her open the way for increased levels of Western cisms, I have become a better person as well vocations were psychologist, philosopher, lec­ aid and a quick reduction of the foreign debt. as a better legislator. His steadfast commit­ turer, dramatist, and oral historian. I should The IMF aid package includes economic re­ ment and dedication to the welfare of the peo­ mention she won the Woman of Distinction structuring credits, compensation for high oil ple of Michigan have made a major difference award and in so doing joined the exclusive prices that Poland has paid over the past few in the lives of many people, particularly in an ranks of such other well-known recipients as months and contingency payments to be area held most dear in my heart-education. Pearl Buck and Shirley Temple Black. Many of made if oil prices rise significantly. The accord Literally millions of students have benefitted you may well remember her from various tele­ replaces last year's agreement, which was de­ from his commitment to the improvement of vision appearances on such programs as signed to help the Solidarity government begin our State's system of education. Merv Griffin and The Tonight Show. its program of economic reform. President Mr. Speaker, I look back on the career of There is no question that Dr. Cleo Dawson Lech Walesa and his democratically elected Representative Spaniola with fond memories was a woman of many accomplishments. To Government should be commended and sup- March 13, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 6213 ported to the fullest possible extent as they with the difficulty of siting new landfills and an burdensome limitation. In abolishing the earn­ continue the formidable task before them. The expected 20-percent increase in waste gen­ ings test, however, these measures would Polish reform program must ot be allowed to eration by the year 2000, forces the consider­ necessarily lower the size of the Social Secu­ fail, especially in view of economic and politi­ ation of alternatives to solid waste disposal. rity trust fund. To repeal the earnings limit cal instability spreading from the Soviet Union. Health and environmental threats from might jeopardize the fiscal soundness of So­ Some members of the Paris Club have sug­ waste incineration, the second greatest meth­ cial Security. gested a reduction of only 30 percent of the od of waste disposal, also contribute to the The bill I am introducing today, however, ac­ overall debt; this is unacceptable. Forgiveness need to further rely on recycling. America complishes the valuable dual purpose of elimi­ of 80 percent or higher would show the Polish must adopt a new ethic of waste disposal, es­ nating this barrier to older workers while also Government and its people that the wealthier, pousing reuse, reduction, and recycling of strengthening the financial integrity of the indusrialized nations are aware of Poland's waste as the fundamental priorities. economic situation. My colleagues and I have Our job is not finished. For this reason, I am overall Social Security System. The bill would certainly shown our concern. We have already proud to continue, with my California col­ immediately abolish the outside earnings limi­ authorized a total writeoff of the $3.5 billion league, Congresswoman WATERS, what has tation, thus enabling individuals to remain pro­ which Poland owed the United States. Now is become a tradition in Congress by introducing fessionally productive for as long as possible. indeed the time for other nations to follow our a joint resolution to designate June 1991 as The distinguishing difference of this measure, example. I would remind all that the United the Augustus F. Hawkins National Recycling however, is that all additional taxes collected States has committed a 1O percent investment Month. on new income earned would go exclusively in the new European Bank for Reconstruction This resolution will serve as a tribute to the toward supplementing the Social Security trust and Development. This commendable venture distinguished efforts of Gus Hawkins to solve fund. will help former Eastern-bloc nations develop the Nation's solid waste crisis. I encourage all The origin of the earnings limit lies, as does market economies and the future United my colleagues to join me in sponsoring this Social Security itself, in the Great Depression. States contribution is completely dependent key to the future of our waste management. Jobs were scarce, so seniors were encour­ upon a sizable Polish debt reduction package. aged to leave the work force to make way for In the future, United States contributions to the INTRODUCTION OF THE EQUAL OP­ younger workers. Today, unemployment is rel­ International Monetary Fund will also be ex­ atively low-6.1 percent. The shortage is no amined in light of the final Polish debt forgive­ PORTUNITIES FOR ALL WORK­ ERS ACT longer in jobs, but in skilled workers, with dis­ ness. ciplined work habits, able to fill them. Social Mr. Speaker, just as my colleagues and I re­ alized the need to support our Israeli friends in HON. TOM CAMPBEil Security has outgrown its earnings test. their hour of need, so too do we understand OF CALIFORNIA This bill would also have the salutary effect the enormous obstacles facing the people of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of actually increasing the savings rate among Poland and offer our assistance. At this mo­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 what, under its own provisions, would be a ment Poland and Poland alone is attempting newly empowered segment of American work­ Mr. CAMPBELL of California. Mr. Speaker, ers. The contributions from these workers to the boldest economic change in a newly I rise today on a matter of both fiscal respon­ democratic Eastern Europe, still over­ the Social Security trust fund, it has been esti­ sibility and simple fairness. I rise to introduce mated, will actually exceed their new pay­ shadowed by an increasingly militaristic Soviet the Equal Opportunities for All Workers Act­ Union. ments from it-for a net increase in the Amer­ a measure that would immediately repeal the President Bush must continue to press the Social Security earnings test, not simply for ican savings rate. In this age of unwieldy members of the Paris Club for their help in our Nation's older workers but for more than budget deficits and increasing economic com­ ending Poland's debt crisis. Only then can any other Federal program established in the petition internationally, we must do all we can President Walesa and his Government commit last half century, Social Security represents to encourage individuals who wish and are every available resource toward increasing do­ values and objectives that are particularly able to earn and spend money to do precisely mestic investment and spurring forward American. Since its inception in the 1930's, that. The current arrangement penalizes not growth. Poland's program of reform is by far the Social Security System has constituted a only active, productive seniors, but in fact ev­ the most radical and courageous in any of the unique compact between the Government and eryone who benefits from a healthy, growing post-Communist countries. In addition to being the working men and women of this country. economy. in the best interest of the Polish people, a suc­ It has functioned, in effect, as a kind of Gov­ We can expect in the next 20 years to cessful transition to a market economy will un­ ernment promissory note--guaranteeing to­ deniably contribute to the West and continue confront the most serious challenge--both so­ day's workers future security and dignity in ex­ to further America's vital interests. cially and fiscally-to ever face the Social Se­ change for their present sacrifices. For over curity System. It is during this time that the so­ 50 years, Social Security has served us well called "baby boom" generation will reach re­ AUGUSTUS F. HAWKINS NATIONAL in this capacity. tirement age in full, rightful expectation of re­ RECYCLING MONTH Despite its successes, however, the system ceiving their complete benefits. We must en­ contains one provision that contradicts its own sure that the fund is viable for them, and that principles-a contradiction that compels me to HON. DAVID DREIER their economic contributions are encouraged. act today. The outside earnings limitation im­ OF CALIFORNIA We live in a society in which the work force IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES poses a tax on Social Security receipts if a senior citizen continues to work. Specifically, is growing older. This represents not a dis­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 this limitation requires Social Security to de­ advantage, but a tremendous opportunity if we Mr. DREIER of California. Mr. Speaker, for duct $1 of benefits for every $3 earned above are wise enough to grasp it. We will increas­ the last 3 years I have had the distinct honor the ceiling of a senior's allowable annual in­ ingly rely on the skills and energy of older of working with my friend and former col­ come: Effectively a 33-percent tax. Under cur­ workers. The sooner we not only recognize league from Los Angeles, Gus Hawkins, to rent law, beneficiaries under age 65 can earn this fact, but accommodate ourselves to it, the promote and encourage recycling across the up to $6,480 a year and those aged 65 sooner we can realize our full economic capa­ United States by designating 1 month each through 69 can earn up to $8,880 before this bilities. year as "National Recycling Month." tax is imposed. My measure seeks to give those whom the During this time, the Nation's recycling ef­ The earnings limit prevents thousands of system most immediately benefits as full an forts have started to come alive. The percent­ older Americans from continuing to exercise opportunity as possible to keep it strong and age of solid waste recycled in the Nation has one of their most fundamental rights: The right functioning. Rarely has what is most fiscally risen to 13 percent, and new community recy­ to work; and it denies to our economy the pro­ prudent so closely corresponded to what is cling programs have sprung up across the Na­ ductive participation of skilled, experienced undeniably morally right. Our action today en­ tion. workers. sures that the promise America made over 50 Still, we must do more. Imminent closures of Over the last 20 years we have witnessed years ago to its workers is kept. 50 percent of the Nation's landfills, combined several congressional efforts to repeal this 6214 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS March 13, 1991 U.S. WORKERS, NOT JUST U.S. proven to be the best in the world. It's time to NATIONAL OPERATOR FIRMS, SHOULD REBUILD KUWAIT redirect that talent toward building peace in APPRECIATION WEEK the Middle East and toward rebuilding the na­ HON. GEORGE E. BROWN, JR. tions damaged by this war. The soldiers are OF CALIFORNIA coming home and it's time to send in the new HON. MARY ROSE OAKAR IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES troops: the American workers. OF OHIO Wednesday, March 13, 1991 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. BROWN. Mr. Speaker, amidst the well­ deserved and joyous welcome home celebra­ INVITATION TO EXIilBITION OF Wednesday, March 13, 1991 THE PLAINS ART MUSEUM OF tions going on at military bases throughout the Ms. OAKAR. Mr. Speaker, for more than country, a little-noticed but telling phenomenon MOORHEAD, MINNESOTA AND FARGO, ND 100 years, the American people have relied is taking place in the Nation's capital. The on telephone operators to assist them in using phones are ringing off the walls at the Depart­ Alexander Graham Bell's magnificent inven­ ment of Commerce, at the U.S. Chamber of HON. COWN C. PETERSON tion. Commerce, and in congressional offices. At the Commerce Department the volume of calls OF MINNESOTA The voice with a smile has been present 24 was so great that they had to install an an­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hours a day, 7 days a week to aid the public, whether to answer a question or to provide es­ swering machine. Wednesday, March 13, 1991 The callers are unemployed Americans who sential help in an emergency. Each day, in are hoping to find work in American firms Mr. PETERSON of Minnesota. Mr. Speaker, large and small communities throughout our hired to rebuild war-torn Kuwait. These skilled I would like to invite you to join me in viewing Nation, telephone operators make the dif­ craftworkers are among the hardest hit by our "On the Border, Native American Weaving ference between life and death, safety and recession, and are precisely the type of work­ Traditions of the Great Lakes and Prairie." danger, or loneliness and communication for er who will be needed for reconstruction work The exhibition will be in the Cannon House countless number of citizens. in Kuwait. Office Building from March 18 through 29, Unfortunately, telephone operators are usu­ Unfortunately, unemployed American work­ 1991 , and is provided through the Plains Art ally taken for granted until we are on the line ers who hope to find jobs in Kuwait are finding Museum in Moorhead, MN and Fargo, ND. My in an emergency and desperately must reach the door of opportunity slammed in their faces. colleague, the gentleman from North Dakota someone and the operator is the only one who Most are having their calls transferred to [Mr. DORGAN], and I are proud to represent the can help us-and help us they do. Indeed, al­ districts where this fine museum is located, agencies all over Washington. The lucky ones most every telephone operator has a story to and we wish to share with you the beauty, his­ at least get an answer: American companies tell about assisting a family in a crisis. are not hiring at this time. tory, and tradition that this native American art displays. In honor of these unsung heroes and hero­ Under typical business conditions, American ines, the Communications Workers of America firms operating internationally bring in some is celebrating National Operator Appreciation engineers and managers but rely mainly on Week from April 1-7, 1991. As part of that ARROW TRUCKING CO. WINS THE low-wage foreign construction and event, I urge local and long-distance tele­ craftworkers in order to compete for contracts. 1990 ANNUAL FLEET SAFETY phone companies to provide the American Despite Kuwait's already proven commitment CONTEST to choose American companies for rebuilding people with easy access to a human tele­ contracts, the economic reality is that few phone operator to ensure quality service, American workers will directly benefit from HON. JAMFS M. INHOFE whatever the type of call placed. those contracts. OF OKLAHOMA Mr. Speaker, I am especially concerned about the future role that operators will have I am sure that U.S. firms would be willing to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hire more American construction and in our national telecommunications system. craftworkers if contracting Nations requested it Wednesday, March 13, 1991 For more than a year, the Bell companies and offered sufficient compensation in the Mr. INHOFE. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to have been replacing real operators with ro­ contracts. This, I believe, Kuwait should do. call to the attention of my colleagues that bots. AT&T is now rolling out its robot force. Before the gulf conflict comes to a close, Arrow Trucking Co., a truckload motor carrier The robots cause significant job losses and our Nation will have spent billions of dollars of Tulsa, OK, has won today the prestigious may be part of an effort to eliminate operators' and put 500,000 American lives on the line in grand prize trophy in the 1990 Annual Fleet jobs. Indeed, in the 1950's there were 450,000 order to liberate Kuwait. Meanwhile, our reces­ Safety Contest of the Interstate Truckload Car­ telephone operators but now there are less sion deepens, unemployment rises, and hun­ riers Conference. The conference represents than 100,000. dreds of thousands of families-not only of the truckload, irregular route, common, and Along a related line, America is becoming a regular military personnel, but also of reserv­ contract motor carriers of the United States disposable society with its paper plates and ists-must sacrifice in order to support the war and is affiliated with the American Trucking TV dinners. But in recent years our Nation effort. Clearly, American workers have earned, Associations. seems bent on a more disturbing trend. Work­ and deserve, job opportunities in Kuwait. Mr. Jim Pielsticker, president of Arrow ers are becoming an expendable commodity, Mr. Speaker, Congress should commit itself Trucking Co. and his safety department staff, similar to the inanimate objects we discard to doing all it can to ensure that United States were presented this award at the conference's without a second thought. workers are not shut out of jobs in Kuwait. annual meeting in Phoenix, AZ. The Fleet Mr. Speaker, years ago, I had the pleasure Last week I introduced l~islation, House Res­ Safety Contest is a competition between the of working as a telephone operator and mem­ olution 106, to encourage Kuwait to structure 700 carrier members of the conference to de­ ber of the Communication Workers of Amer­ and award construction contracts in a way termine which company has the best safety which would encourage the maximum feasible record and safety program in the preceding ica; today I deplore the dehumanization of the use not only of American companies, but also year. Arrow Trucking Co. drivers log over 43 telephone system resulting from the replace­ of American workers and products in the re­ million miles annually, and to be judged the ment of human operators with robotic ma­ construction of Kuwait. I am extremely happy best from among its peers in the important chines. This misguided decision poses a to see amendments being offered today to the field of highway safety is a great tribute to the threat to efficient, universal service as guaran­ Desert Storm authorization bill that would like­ management and drivers of Arrow Trucking teed by the 1934 Communications Act. I urge wise encourage the Government of Kuwait to Co. For years, the company has been an ac­ the telephone industry to continue to provide · hire American workers in reconstruction ef­ tive participant in Tulsa and Oklahoma in pro­ the public with easy access to a human tele­ forts. moting highway safety. It is fitting that Arrow phone operator to ensure the American people In the Persian Gulf, American knowhow and Trucking Co. has been nationally recognized the quality telephone service they deserve. talent were unquestionably displayed and for its exemplary achievements. March 13, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 6215 TRIBUTE TO DAVID GUILFORD Among his many honors, Gerry Calabrese has press my admiration, gratitude, and respect for been named Man of the Year by both UNICO a gentleman who has devoted many years to HON. GEORGE Miu.ER and B'nai B'rith. He is a life member of PBA the medical needs of California's 27th Con­ OF CALIFORNIA Local 96, New Jersey State Association of gressional District. After more than a decade IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Chiefs of Police, Cliffside Park Little League, as president and chief executive officer of the Wednesday, March 13, 1991 Polish American Democratic Club, a member Santa Monica Hospital Medical Center, Leon­ of the Cliffside Park Men's Club, VFW Post ard LaBella, Jr. is turning his full attention to Mr. MILLER of California. Mr. Speaker, I 8842, American Legion Post 126, Bergen his duties as executive vice president of know all Members of the House join me in County Democratic Mayors Association, Cliff­ UniHealth America of Burbank, CA. A farewell congratulating an outstanding young man from side Park UNICO, Elks-B.P.O.E. Lodge No. dinner attended by many community leaders Contra Costa County, CA, who is a recipient 1502, AmVets, and the Epiphany Holy Name and health care professionals was held in his of the Gold Congressional Award. Society. honor at Verdi-Ristorante Di Musica in Santa David M. Guilford has proven himself to be Mr. Speaker, I am proud to join in paying Monica on March 7, 1991. a most distinguished citizen through his out­ tribute to Gerry Calabrese as a colleague and Among Len's many accomplishments is the standing achievements in public service and a friend, as he continues to provide invaluable instrumental role he has played in improving personal development. At 18 years of age, he service to his community and truly makes a public access to quality health care in Santa is one of the youngest to receive the award, difference in society. I extend my best wishes Monica and throughout the west side. Through and one of only six citizens this year to earn to him on this most special occasion. his involvement with the Venice Family Clinic all three congressional awards-the bronze, and the Les Kelly Center, which is a clinic for silver, and gold. low-income families, Len has labored to pro­ In addition to performing honor schoolwork, THE CHINESE DISSIDENT vide health care services for all people regard­ David plays the trumpet for the school band ADOPTION PROGRAM less of their ability to pay. His ongoing com­ and participates on the school archery and mitment to the people of our community is fur­ volleyball teams. An avid boy scout, David HON. JOHN JOSEPH MOAKLEY spent a week camping at Mary Point Scout ther evidenced by his participation in the Medi­ OF MASSACHUSE'ITS cal, CHAMPUS, and county overflow con­ Preservation in Minnesota and participated in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES project C.O.P.E. He has also volunteered in tracts. Wednesday, March 13, 1991 several congressional offices where he per­ As a consequence of his leadership in our formed Social Security, housing, and immigra­ Mr. MOAKLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to an­ community, Len has been frequently recog­ tion casework, benefiting numerous members nounce that I am adopting Chinese dissident nized by local and national groups. Among the of the community. Xu Wenli, as a matter of personal concern more notable honors bestowed upon Len are Mr. Speaker, my colleagues in the House of through the Chinese Dissident Adoption Pro­ the Humanitarian Award for the National Con­ Representatives join with me in acknowledging gram created by our colleagues Congressman ference of Christians and Jews and having the the dedication to public service David Guilford TED WEISS and Congressman JOHN MILLER. UniHealth Award of Excellence in Quality has demonstrated. I would like to congratulate Mr. Speaker, in 1982 Xu Wenli received a named after him. A nationally recognized lead­ him on receiving this esteemed honor and 15-year sentence for democratic agitation. He er in the move toward enhancing cost effective wish him the best in future endeavors. has not been heard from since September of quality patient care services, Len has played a last year, has only seen his wife once in 9 vital role in the development of the Service years, and has not seen his disabled daughter Management Program which has been recog­ TRIBUTE TO GERALD CALABRESE since his trial. Like the two leaders of the stu­ nized in two national bestsellers: "At Ameri­ dent protest at Tienanmien who recently re­ ca's Service" and "Service America." HON. ROBERT G. TORRICEW ceived 13-year sentences, the only thing that Mr. Speaker, Len LaBella is the type of car­ OF NEW JERSEY stood between him and jail was a defense ing and committed person which our Nation IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with precious little preparation and a jury needs to improve our ailing health care sys­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 handpicked by his accusers, the Government tem. His accomplishments both in Santa Monica and throughout California are most de­ Mr. TORRICELLI. Mr. Speaker, it is with of China. Even in the gallery, only those cho­ sen by the Government were allowed to view serving of our recognition. I strongly urge my great respect and admiration that I address colleagues in the U.S. House of Representa­ my colleagues in the House today, for I rise to the trial. Asia Watch keeps a list of over 600 pris­ tives to join me in honoring Leonard LaBella, extend my heartiest congratulations and Jr. for the many years he has selflessly de­ warmest best wishes to Mayor Gerald oners of conscience, whom like Xu Wenli, the Government of China wishes us to forget. But voted to making quality health care a reality Calabrese on the occasion of his recognition for all people. for many outstanding accomplishments and through the adoption program we can focus service to his community. our attention, name names, ask for facts, and send our 435 voices overseas to speak in I have known Gerry Calabrese for many SIXTH ANNIVERSARY OF TERRY favor of people who cannot speak on their years. He has been a leader in Cliffside Park, ANDERSON'S KIDNAPPING NJ since he led Cliffside Park High School to own behalf. I urge my colleagues to call the a State basketball championship. After serving office of JOHN MILLER and TED WEISS to obtain HON. LOUISE M. SLAUGHIER in the U.S. Navy during World War II, he at­ some information on the adoption program. Mr. Speaker, no nation can exist without a OF NEW YORK tended St. John's University where he was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES choosen for All-American honors. He went on conscience. China's conscience sits in its jails to a professional basketball career with the in purposed disregard. We cannot speak as Wednesday, March 13, 1991 Syracuse Nationals. the conscience of China, but, Mr. Speaker, we Ms. SLAUGHTER of New York. Mr. Speak­ He was elected to the Cliffside Park Bor­ might speak in its favor and continue to re­ er, the church bells will ring throughout Bata­ ough Council in 1955, and became mayor in mind China of its offenses against its own. via, NY at 1 o'clock this Saturday afternoon. 1959. Since his reelection in 1965, he has They mark a most solemn occasion: the anni­ served Cliffside Park continuously as its chief A TRIBUTE TO LEONARD versary of Terry Anderson's kidnapping in Bei­ executive. He served on the Bergen County LABELLA, JR. rut 6 long years ago. Through these 6 years, Board of Freeholders in 1975, 1978, and the people of Terry's hometown Batavia, like 1982, and was freeholder director in 1984. HON. MEL LEVINE his sister Peggy Say, have kept the light of From 1960 until January 1991, Gerry was em­ hope burning bright. As Terry begins his sev­ OF CALIFORNIA ployed by the board of public utilities, retiring IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES enth year chained to a wall, this hope for free­ as director of water and sewage for the State dom is strengthened by Secretary Baker's of New Jersey. Wednesday, March 13, 1991 mission to the Middle East. Mr. Baker has Gerry and his wife Marion are the parents of Mr. LEVINE of California. Mr. Speaker, it is been directed by President Bush to press the three children, and the grandparents of three. with distinct pleasure that I rise today to ex- Syrians for help in freeing the Western hos- 6216 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS March 13, 1991 tages in Lebanon. I join Peggy Say and the Now John-Mario Sevilla's life has come full "Fortunately," he said, "a lot of people, families of the five other American hostages in circle at the young age of 27. The Pilobolus including my dance teachers, discouraged me waiting anxiously for news of the Secretary's Dance Theatre has traveled to Hawaii and will and told me to stay in school." Which is why the University of Hawaii's efforts. perform on his home island of Maui this Fri­ graduating class of 1986 included an English As the United States and her allies begin day, March 15, 1991. There, the success of major from Paupukalo, Maui, who wanted to the task of building a lasting peace in the Per­ his adult life will finally be shared with his fam­ dance. · sian Gulf region, we must recognize that there ily and the many friends of his youth. A short time later, he headed for New can be no real peace as long as the hostages I commend John-Mario Sevilla, and extend York, looking for a professional company to remain captive. An unconditional respect for to him and his family the warmest aloha of the join. That company turned out to be basic human rights must be the cornerstone of U.S. House of Representatives, for nurturing Pilobolus-a group he'd only heard of, never any serious, meaningful, and lasting peace in such a valuable gift and for sharing that gift seen, before his audition. Pilobolus' fame has been earned through the Middle East. We must not walk away from not only with the people of Hawaii but also regular New York appearances, including a the peace talks until the blindfolds are re­ with the world. couple of successful seasons in Broadway moved, the chains are undone and the six An article from the Honolulu Advertiser fol­ theaters, a rare feat for a dance troupe, and American hostages are allowed to return lows: extensive touring schedules throughout the home. world. [From the Honolulu Advertiser, Mar. 11, 1991] They've been featured on PBS, on both HE'S GoING HOME AGAIN "Dance in America" and "Great Perform­ RECOGNITION OF JOHN-MARIO ances." SEVILLA (By Joseph Hurley) Sevilla showed up at a Pilobolus audition, When the Pilobolus Dance Theatre appears without having done anything much in the on Maui Friday, it will be the first time that way of preparation. HON. PATSY T. MINK the family of company member John-Mario He found himself standing before 10 men OF HAWAII Sevilla will ever have seen him work profes­ and women. "For one part of the audition," IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sionally. he says, "they gave you 30 seconds, and said, The performance-the final one in a series 'Move.' And then they gave you a minute­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 that includes an Oahu appearance tonight-­ and-a-half and said, 'Move some more' "-all Mrs. MINK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in rec­ will bring out a sizable clan. "There are this with no musical accompaniment. ognition of the artistic achievement of a very Sevillas and Arcillas, my mother's family, As he moved, the dancer recalled the words special young man from the second district of all over Maui," said the 27-year-old dancer in of one of his instructors: "The body never Hawaii. John-Mario Sevilla, from the Island of a New York interview before Pilobolus' cur­ lies." rent tour, "more or less all related to me, "I'm sure they could really see who we Maui, has distinguished himself in a rare fash­ and they'll all be there that night." were as dancers through these improvisa­ ion as a member of the nationally renowned If any of those siblings and cousins and tions, rather than giving you combinations Pilobolus Dance Theatre of New York. aunts and uncles have seen him dance in the of steps and seeing how well you could copy John-Mario, the son of A.B. and Frances past, it was as a youngster participating in them. They wanted to see what kind of ideas Sevilla, was born in Paukukalo, Maui, raised in Filipino folk dance concerts, a passion of we had in our heads." Wailuku, attended Wailuku Elementary and Sevilla's until he arrived at Baldwin High The Hawaiian tour marks Sevilla's second lao Intermediate School, and graduated from School, where folk dancing wasn't the "in" anniversary with the company. Baldwin High School. From an early age he thing. Mixed with the joy of performing at home, Sevilla is as intensely a product· of Maui as there's an element of sadness in the mix for had the desire to express himself through the Kula onion, having been born in him. One of the people who influenced him dance. But for a young boy in the middle of Paupukalo, raised in Wailuku, and gone first most intensely won't be in the audienc~the the Pacific, the dream of one day dancing on to Wailuku Elementary and then Iao Inter­ late UH English professor Jack Unterecker. Broadway must have seemed far beyond his mediate and Baldwin. His father, A.B. What the Manoa professor told the dancing most ambitious leap. Sevilla, now retired and well into his 70s, English major has resounded through John­ But John-Mario has realized that dream. As owned and ran the Sevilla Store, well known Mario Sevilla's mind in good times and bad a member of the Pilobolus Dance Theatre, he to Maui residents. times alike. has become a true inspiration for the young Graduation from Baldwin was followed by "He made me understand that there's a year at Northwestern University in Evans­ nothing wrong with dedicating your life to people of the islands who aspire to bring their ton, Ill., after which Sevilla returned to Ha­ making something beautiful." talents to audiences across the country. waii for a stay he thought would last only John-Mario's passion for dance began with one semester, while his father was the folk dances of the Philippines. He contin­ recuperating from surgery. EAGLE SCOUT AWARD TO JAMES ued to improve his art until the ninth grade, At this point, his fondness for Filipino folk R. ONYSKO but then put dance aside to allow time for the dance flared up again, and changed the direc­ friendships and challenges of high school. tion of his life. "My sister told me they need­ After briefly attending Northwestern Univer­ ed a guy for a company called Pamana Danc­ HON. JOHN F. REED ers," he said, "and so I went to one re­ sity, Mr. Sevilla returned to the islands and at­ hearsal, and that was all it took." OF RHODE ISLAND tended the University of Hawaii at Manoa. Everything came so easily and so naturally IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES There his desire to dance flared once again. to me" he remembers, "everything I'd loved Wednesday, March 13, 1991 · He joined the Pamana Dancers and was soon about dancing since I was an 11-year-old, practicing the folk dances of his childhood. that I decided not to go back to Northwest­ Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to sa­ He chose, however, not to major in dance ern, but to go to UH, where I could do some lute a distinguished young man from Rhode or theatre, though both had very strong pro­ folk dancing." Island who has attained the rank of Eagle grams at the university. He instead pursued Which is how John-Mario Sevilla became a Scout in the Boy Scouts of America. He is high-achieving English major at the univer­ James Robert Onysko of Troop 31, Crompton, his studies in the University of Hawaii English sity, by all outward signs conforming to his Department. There, he credits much of his family's hopes that he'd become a profes­ in West Warwick, RI, and he was honored last education to the inspiration of the late Jack sional man, yet at the same time satisfying week for his noteworthy achievement. Unterecker, a distinguished professor of poetry his urge to dance. Not every young American who joins the and literature. But so serious was he about dance, that at Boy Scouts earns the prestigious Eagle Scout Following graduation, John-Mario took the one point he nearly dropped out of the uni­ Award. In fact, only 2.5 percent of all Boy extraordinary gamble of heading to New York, versity in order to go to the Mainland to Scouts do. To earn the award, a Boy Scout the Nation's center of dance. He auditioned for study dance fulltime. must fulfill requirements in the areas of leader­ "I felt the years going by. I knew I was be­ ship, service, and outdoor skills. He must earn and was accepted by the Pilobolus Dance hind in training and in technique, and if I Theatre, which had enjoyed successful sea­ really wanted to be a dancer. I knew I'd have 21 merit badges, 11 of which are required sons on Broadway as well as being featured to catch up. So I thought of quitting school from areas such as citizenship in the commu­ on PBS presentations of "Dance in America" and devoting myself entirely to dancing," he. nity, citizenship in the Nation, citizenship in the and "Great Performances." recalls. world, safety, environmental science, and first · March 13, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 6217 aid. Stephen also has the distinction to have Mr. Speaker, not only do I pay tribute to Dolphins football coach Don Shula. Mrs. Shula been the Boy Scout of the Year in 1989. these young men who have served so honor­ passed away recently. As he progresses through the Boy Scout ably in Operation Desert Storm, but I also Mrs. Shula was a teacher who for years bat­ ranks, a scout must demonstrate participation wish to pay tribute to their mother, Minnie tled the scourge of breast cancer. A true fight­ in increasingly more responsible service Pearl Jurnett. She is a shining example of the er, she lived a happy and fulfilling life, bringing projects. He must also demonstrate leadership family support that our troops have received up five children, two of whom are also coach­ skills by holding one or more specific youth during their time away from home. All of us es in the National Football League. leadership positions in his patrol and/or troop. know the sacrifices that our men and women Not only did Mrs. Shula help support her This young man has distinguished himself in in the combat zone make, but we must also husband and the Miami Dolphins organization, accordance with these criteria. remember the families of those troops back but she also fought for organizations and For his Eagle Scout project, Jim Onysko led home who, too, must make great sacrifices to ideals that are important to all of us. College fellow scouts in painting and renovating the the cause. scholarships, funding for medical research, Centreville United Methodist Church in West The entire Desert Storm undertaking has ending drug abuse-these are but a few of the Warwick, RI. proved to be a shining moment in the history projects that Dorothy Shula associated herself Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues of this country. We can all be proud of not with. She believed in her family, the commu­ to join me in saluting Eagle Scout James Rob­ only the individual efforts made, but of the col­ nity and the good that she could do for others. ert Onysko. In turn, we must duly recognize lective effort by all the citizens of this country Dorothy Shula had a monumental influence the Boy Scouts of America for establishing the who have supported our troops during this on so many people. She will be sorely missed Eagle Scout Award and the strenuous criteria time of national emergency. It is a proud day by all of those who had the pleasure of know­ its aspirants must meet. This program has for America, for Minnie Pearl Jurnett, and for ing her. through rts 80 years honed and enhanced the her sons, Tommy, William, Terry, Kenneth, leadership skills and commitment to public and Keith. I thank them, and honor them, for service of many outstanding Americans, two their contribution to continued freedom for all TRIBUTE TO THE LATE WARREN dozen of whom now serve in the House. people in the world. H. SPENCER It is my sincere belief that Jim Onysko will continue his public service and in so doing will HON. JOSEPH M. McDADE in the future distinguish himself and con­ INTRODUCTION OF NATIONAL OF PENNSYLVANIA sequently better his community. I am proud SPORTS PRODUCTS MONTH IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that this young man undertook his scout activ­ Wednesday, March 13, 1991 ity in my congressional district, and I join HON. TOM LEWIS Mr. MCDADE. Mr. Speaker, I am deeply friends, colleagues, and family who salute him. OF FLORIDA saddened to bring to the attention of my col­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES leagues the death of Warren H. Spencer, a TRIBUTE TO MINNIE PEARL Wednesday, March 13, 1991 man who has contributed greatly and self­ JURNETT AND HER FIVE SONS Mr. LEWIS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, we are lessly to his Nation, the Commonwealth of all aware of the positive physical and mental Pennsylvania, and the people of Tioga and HON. JOHN S. TANNER aspects of a healthy lifestyle. For more and Potter Counties, whom he so effectively OF TENNESSEE more Americans, this means participation in served for over two decades in the State IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES an athletic activity. house of representatives. As the sports craze of the last few years Those of us who knew Warren Spencer Wednesday, March 13, 1991 has continued, one industry has grown re­ consider ourselves fortunate. He was a fantas­ Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to sponsibly with the trend-the manufacturers tic individual both in and out of the political pay tribute to a family in my congressional dis­ and distributors of athletic clothing, footwear, arena. I know of no finer man, no better citi­ trict who has given an extra measure to the and equipment. zen, or no more effective legislator than War­ Operation Desert Storm effort. The mother, Virtually every State in the country boasts ren Spencer. He was a devoted family man, a Minnie Pearl Jurnett, has sent five sons to the an economic presence created by sports prod­ dedicated public servant, a respected member Persian Gulf. ucts. Their impact is demonstrated every year of the legal profession, and a valued commu­ The young men are: Tommy, a 35-year-old at the annual trade show in Atlanta which nity leader. He leaves behind a loving family, police officer from Nashville, TN, who is in the drew over 80,000 visitors this February. countless friends and admirers, and a lifetime Army Reserve; William, a 33-year-old staff In addition, money from their trade show are of achievement. sergeant who was sent to the Persian Gulf in channeled into several worthwhile programs to Warren was born and raised in Wellsboro, September with his cavalry group from Fort combat drug abuse and encourage participa­ PA. He served as a paratrooper in World War Bliss, OK; Terry, a 32-year-old staff sergeant tion in sports and recreational activities. II, and suffered war wounds, which cost him who was deployed with an artillery battalion In recognition of the sporting goods manu­ an eye and severely injured his hips and a from Fort Stewart, GA, shortly after Iraq in­ facturers and distributors' impact on our Na­ hand. That experience, which nearly cost him vaded Kuwait; Kenneth, a 24-year-old Navy tion's economy, health, and youth, I have in­ his life, made him treat each day as a special gunner who left in November; and Keith, who troduced National Sports Products Month. In gift. is 19 years old and who joined the Army about my view, it is important for Congress to recog­ After military service and graduation from 11/2 years ago. He was transferred from South nize the efforts of this important industry. Dickinson School of Law, Warren Spencer re­ Korea early in January with his artillery unit. Mr. Speaker, I encourage my colleagues to turned to Wellsboro to practice law, eventually Currently, William and Terry are near the join as a cosponsor of National Sports Prod­ forming the firm of Spencer, Gleason & Hebe. Euphrates River in Iraq, helping supply the ucts Month, and urge the House to pass this He served in the Pennsylvania State Legisla­ massive army that cut off and killed the infa­ legislation. ture from 1962 to his retirement in 1984. mous Republican Guard. Kenneth is a gunner His talent and energy led to many legislative on the battleship U.S.S. Missouri. Keith and landmarks in Pennsylvania, and he gave his Tommy are somewhere on the frontline. A TRIBUTE TO DOROTHY SHULA constituents the best representation they could At the Jurnett home in Maury City, TN, one have. He specialized in criminal and judicial wall of the den is covered with photographs of HON. LAWRENCE J. SMITH reform as chairman of the judiciary committee, these sons in their uniforms. These 5 young OF FLORIDA and he worked tirelessly as a champion of the men belong to a family of 13 children who IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES northern tier and all of rural Pennsylvania. have always been close to their mother. It was Warren made enormous contributions to his tough for them to leave their mother when Wednesday, March 13, 1991 community. He was a member of St. Paul's duty called but they willingly went to the Per­ Mr. SMITH of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I would Episcopal Church, the American Legion, Dis­ sian Gulf to serve their country. Only the call like to take this opportunity to pay tribute to abled American Veterans, v&rious Masonic of duty could get them to leave her. Dorothy Shula, the wife of legendary Miami groups, and numerous community organiza- 6218 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS March 13, 1991 tions. He was president of the Wellsboro Elec­ cans Act, focusing on services to low­ Commerce, Science, and Transportation tric Co. from 1985-89 and its chairman of the income minority elders. Business meeting, to consider pending board from 1985 to 1990. He was also a di­ SD-192 calendar business. rector of Citizens & Northern Bank. SR-253 MARCH18 No mere listing of his accomplishments can Judiciary never capture the type of man Warren Spen­ 10:30 a.m. To hold hearings on the nomination of cer was. He was always eager to help, always Appropriations Kenneth L. Ryskamp, of Florida, to be Military Construction Subcommittee United States Circuit Judge for the ready to go the extra mile for those who need­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ Eleventh Circuit. ed his help. Ii was a true pleasure to have timates for fiscal year 1992 for military SD-226 known him, and it certainly saddens me a construction programs, focusing on 1:00 p.m. great deal that he is no longer with us. guard reserves and military services. Governmental Affairs My thoughts are with his wife, Julia, and SD-138 Government Information and Regulation daughter, Susan. They can take comfort in 2:00 p.m. Subcommittee . knowing that their husband and father touched Energy and Natural Resources To hold joint hearings with the House so many lives in a positive way. He will not be To hold hearings on S. 341, the National Committee on Post Office and Civil forgotten. Energy Security Act of 1991, focusing Service's Subcommittee on Census and on section 5101 relating to the applica­ Population to review the progress of bility of new source review to existing the post-enumeration survey and SENATE COMMITI'EE MEETINGS steam electric generating units­ whether additional statistical methods WEPCo. should be initiated to improve the cen- Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, SD-366 agreed to by the Senate on February 4, Foreign Relations SUS. 1977, calls for establishment of a sys­ To hold hearings on the nominations of 311 Cannon Building 2:00 p.m. tem for a computerized schedule of all Charles R. Baquet ill, of Maryland, to be Ambassador to the Republic of Appropriations meetings and hearings of Senate com­ Interior Subcommittee mittees, subcommittees, joint commit­ Djibouti, Michael T.F. Pistor, of Ari­ zona, to be Ambassador to the Republic To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ tees, and committees of conference. of Malawi, Katherine Shirley, of Illi­ timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Na­ This title requires all such committees nois, to be Ambassador to the Republic tional Park Service, Department of the to notify the Office of the Senate Daily of Senegal, Jennifer C. Ward, of the Interior. Digest-designated by the Rules Com­ District of Columbia, to be Ambassador S-128, Capitol mittee-of the time, place, and purpose to the Republic of Niger, Melissa Appropriations of the meetings, when scheduled, and Foelsch Wells, of Connecticut, to be Treasury, Postal Service, General Govern­ any cancellations or changes in the Ambassador to the Republic of Zaire, ment Subcommittee meetings as they occur. and Edward Johnson, of Michigan, to To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ As an additional procedure along be a Member of the Board of Directors timates for fiscal year 1991 for the Gen­ with the computerization of this infor­ of the African Development Founda­ eral Services Administration, and the mation, the Office of the Senate Daily tion. United States Postal Service. Digest will prepare this information for SD-419 SD-116 Armed Services printing in the Extensions of Remarks MARCH19 section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD To resume hearings on proposed legisla­ 9:00 a.m. tion authorizing funds for fiscal years on Monday and Wednesday of each Appropriations 1992 and 1993 for the Department of De­ week. Defense Subcommittee fense, and to review the fiscal years Meetings scheduled for Thursday, To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ 1992-1997 future year defense plan. March 14, 1991, may be found in the timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ SR-222 Daily Digest of today's RECORD. partment of Defense, focusing on issues Energy and Natural Resources relating to SSN-21, the submarine "Sea MEETINGS SCHEDULED Energy Research and Development Sub­ Wolf". committee SD-138 MARCH 15 To hold hearings on S. 341, the National 9:30a.m. Energy Security Act of 1991, focusing 9:30 a.m. Appropriations Labor, Health and Human Services, Edu­ on subtitle A of Title V relating to coal Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs and coal research. Housing and Urban Affairs Subcommittee cation Subcommittee To hold hearings on proposed legislation To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ SD-366 authorizing funds for mass transit. timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ Energy and Natural Resources SD-538 partment of Education, focusing on the Energy Regulation and Conservation Sub­ lO:OOa.m. Office of the Secretary of Education committee Appropriations and Special Institutions. To hold hearings on S. 341, the National Agriculture and Related Agencies Sub­ SD-192 Energy Security Act of 1991, focusing committee Environment and Public Works on Title ill provisions relating to To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ Nuclear Regulation Subcommittee building energy efficiency standards timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ To hold hearings on the financial and and ratings. partment of Agriculture, focusing on programmatic management of the Nu­ SD-430 the Animal and Plant Health Inspec­ clear Regulatory Commission. 2:30p.m. tion Service, the Food Safety and In­ SD-406 Appropriations spection Service, and the Agricultural 10:00 a.m. Foreign Operations Subcommittee Marketing Service. Appropriations To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ SD-138 Commerce, Justice, State, and Judiciary timates for fiscal year 1992 for foreign Labor and Human Resources Subcommittee assistance, focusing on aid to Africa. Disability Policy Subcommittee To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ SD-138 To hold hearings on proposed legislation timates for fiscal year 1992 for the authorizing funds for the Individuals Small Business Administration, and MARCH20 with Disabilities Education Act, focus­ the Economic Development Adminis­ ing on part H, relating to early inter­ tration and the Minority Business De­ 9:00 a.m. vention services for infants and tod­ velopment Agency of the Department Armed Services dlers. of Commerce. To continue hearings on proposed legisla­ SD-430 S-146, Capitol tion authorizing funds for fiscal years Labor and Human Resources Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs 1992 and 1993 for the Department of De­ Aging Subcommittee To hold hearings to examine problems fense, and to review the fiscal years To hold hearings on proposed legislation facing black males in America. 1992-1997 future year defense plan. authorizing funds for the Older Ameri- SD-538 SR-222 March 13, 1991 . EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 6219 9:30 a.m. tion, and student counseling and as­ 2:30 p.m. Appropriations sistance network. Energy and Natural Resources VA, HUD, and Independent Agencies Sub­ SD-342 Public Lands, National Parks and Forests committee Rules and Administration Subcommittee To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ To hold hearings on S. 250, to establish To hold hearings on S. 292, to expand the timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Fed­ national voter registration procedures boundaries of the Saguaro National eral Deposit Insurance Corporation, for Federal elections. Monument, Arizona, S. 363, to author­ the Resolution Trust Corporation, Of­ SR-301 ize the addition of 15 acres to Morris­ fice of Inspecter General, and the Na­ Veterans' Affairs town National Historical Park, New tional Credit Union Administration. To hold joint hearings with the House Jersey, S. 545, to authorize the addi­ SD-116 Committee on Veterans' Affairs on the tional use of land in Merced County, Energy and Natural Resources proposed Soldiers' and Sailors' Civil California, and S. 549, to designate the To hold hearings on S. 341, the National Relief Act. Lower Merced River in California as a 334 Cannon Building component of the National Wild and Energy Security Act of 1991, focusing Scenic Rivers System. on Title XI relating to Corporate Aver­ Select on Indian Affairs age Fuel Economy (CAFE). To hold joint hearings with the House In­ SD-366 terior Committee on S. 291, to settle SD-366 MARCH22 Governmental Affairs certain water rights claims of the San To hold hearings on FTS 2000. Carlos Apache Tribe. 10:00 a.m. SD-342 SR--485 Appropriations 10:00 a.m. Agriculture and Related Agencies Sub­ Rules and Administration committee Business meeting, to mark up proposed Appropriations Labor, Health and Human Services, Edu­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ legislation relating to Congressional timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ election campaign finance reform. cation Subcommittee To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ partment of Agriculture, focusing on SR-301 the Food and Nutrition Service, and Small Business timates for fiscal year 1992 for AC­ TION, the Federal Mediation and Con­ the Human Nutrition Information To hold hearings on the Small Business Service. Administration's small business com­ ciliation Service, the National Medi­ ation Board, the Railroad Retirement SD-138 panies program, focusing on the status Finance of new and proposed regulations and Board, the Federal Mine Safety and International Trade Subcommittee the overall posture of the program. Health Review Commission, the Na­ To hold hearings on the renewal of the SR-428A tional Labor Relations Board, and the U.S.-Japan Semiconductor Trade lO:OOa.m. Occupational Safety and Health Re­ Agreement. Appropriations view Commission. SD-215 Transportation Subcommittee SD-192 To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ Appropriations APRIL9 timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Treasury, Postal Service, General Govern­ ment Subcommittee 10:00 a.m. Urban Mass Transportation Adminis­ Appropriations tration and the Washington Metropoli­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ timates for fiscal year 1992 for the In­ Commerce, Justice, State, and Judiciary tan Area Transit Authority. ternal Revenue Service, and Financial Subcommittee SD-138 Crimes Enforcement Network, Depart­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Na­ ment of the Treasury. tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Ad­ To resume hearings on financial mod­ SD-116 ernization of the banking industry, fo­ ministration and the National Insti­ Finance tute of Standards and Technology of cusing on interstate banking. To hear and consider the nomination of SD-538 the Department of Commerce. Renato Beghe, of New York, to be a S-146, Capitol 2:00 p.m. Judge of the United States Tax Court. Energy and Natural Resources 1:00 p.m. Appropriations To resume hearings on S. 341, the Na­ SD-215 tional Energy Security Act of 1991, fo­ Transportation Subcommittee 10:30 a.m. To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ cusing on Title XI provisions relating Commerce, Science, and Transportation to transportation issues, and on the timates for fiscal year 1992 for certain Consumer Subcommittee transportation programs. Administration's proposal contained in To hold hearings on S. 591, to increase SD-138 the National Energy Strategy relating automobile safety by requiring airbags 2:30 p.m. to alternative-fuel fleets. for certain newly manufactured vehi­ Appropriations SD-366 cles. Foreign Operations Subcommittee SR-253 To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ MARCH21 2:00 p.m. timates for fiscal year 1992 for foreign 9:00 a.m. Appropriations assistance, focusing on aid to Latin Appropriations Labor, Health and Human Services, Edu­ America. Defense Subcommittee cation Subcommittee SD-192 To hold closed hearings on proposed To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ budget estimates for fiscal year 1992 for timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Phy­ APRIL 10 the Department of Defense, focusing on sician Payment Review Commission, 9:30 a.m. the national foreign intelligence pro- the Corporation for Public Broadcast­ Commerce, Science, and Transportation gram. ing, the National Commission on Li­ Consumer Subcommittee S-407, Capitol braries, the U.S. Institute of Peace, the To hold hearings on proposed legislation 9:30 a.m. National Commission on AIDS, the authorizing funds for the National Energy and Natural Resources Prospective Payment Assessment Com­ Highway Traffic Safety Administra­ To hold hearings to review the status of mission, the National Commission to tion. implementation of the Department of Prevent Infant Mortality, and the Sol­ SR-253 Energy's civilian nuclear waste pro­ diers' and Airmen's Home. Environment and Public Works gram mandated by the Nuclear Waste SD-192 Superfund, Ocean and Water Protection Policy Act of 1982 and its 1987 revisions. Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee SD-366 Energy Regulation and Conservation Sub­ To hold hearings to examine lender li­ Governmental Affairs committee ability as related to Superfund. Government Information and Regulation To hold hearings on S. 341, the National SD-406 Subcommittee Energy Security Act of 1991, focusing Rules and Administration To hold hearings on improving access to on subtitle A of Title IV relating to the To resume hearings on S. 250, to e5tab­ student financial aid, focusing on relat­ export of renewable energy and energy lish national voter registration proce­ ed provisions of S. 501, to establish a efficiency technology. dures for Federal elections. data collection, information dissemina- SD-430 SR-301 6220 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS March 13, 1991 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. Appropriations Appropriations Appropriations Transportation Subcommittee Agriculture and Related Agencies Sub­ Commerce, Justice, State, and Judiciary To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ committee Subcommittee timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Fed­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ eral Highway Administration, Depart­ timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Of­ ment of Transportation. partment of Agriculture, focusing on fice of the U.S. Trade Representative, SD-138 the Farmers Home Administration, the and the International Trade Adminis­ Federal Crop Insurance Corporation, tration of the Department of Com- APRIL 19 and the Rural Electrification Adminis­ merce. 10:00 a.m. tration. S-146, Capitol Appropriations SD-138 2:30 p.m. Agriculture and Related Agencies Sub­ Appropriations Appropriations committee Treasury, Postal Service, General Govern­ Foreign Operations Subcommittee To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ ment Subcommittee To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ timates for fiscal year 1991 for foreign partment of Agriculture, focusing on timates for fiscal year 1992 for the assistance, focusing on aid to Eastern the Commodity Futures Trading Com­ White House residence, and the Office Europe. mission, the Food and Drug Adminis­ of Personnel Management. SD-138 tration, the Farm Credit Administra­ SD-116 tion, and the Farm Credit System As­ 1:30 p.m. APRIL 17 sistance Board. Appropriations 9:00 a.m. SD-138 VA, HUD, and Independent Agencies Sub­ Veterans' Affairs committee To hold joint hearings with the House APRIL 23 To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ 9:30 a.m. timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Committee on Veterans' Affairs to re­ view the legislative recommendations Appropriations Inter-agency Council on the Homeless, VA, HUD, and Independent Agencies Sub­ and the Department of Housing and, of the AMVETS, the American Ex-Pris­ oners of War, the Jewish War Veterans, committee Urban Development. To hold hearings to examine the science SD-124 and the Veterans of World War I. education programs of various Federal 345 Cannon Building agencies. APRIL 11 9:30 a.m. SD-138 Appropriations 10:00 a.m. Appropriations Appropriations Labor, Health and Human Services, Edu­ Labor, Health and Human Services, Edu­ Transportation Subcommittee cation Subcommittee cation Subcommittee To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Re­ timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ search and Special Programs Adminis­ partments of Labor, Health and Human partments of Labor, Health and Human tration of the Department of Transpor­ Services, Education, and related agen­ Services, Education, and related agen- tation, and the National Transpor­ cies. cies. tation Safety Board. SD-192 SD-1902 SD-138 10:00 a.m. 10:00 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Appropriations Appropriations Energy and Natural Resources Treasury, Postal Service, General Govern­ Commerce, Justice, State, and Judiciary To hold hearings on S. 343, to provide for ment Subcommittee Subcommittee continued United States leadership in To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ high performance computing. timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Of­ timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Fed­ SD-366 fice of Management and Budget, and eral Bureau of Investigation and the the Executive Office of the President. Drug Enforcement Administration of APRIL 12 SD-116 the Department of Justice. S-146, Capitol 9:30 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Appropriations 2:30p.m. Select on Indian Affairs Appropriations To hold hearings on S. 168, to provide ad­ VA, HUD, and Independent Agencies Sub­ committee Foreign Operations Subcommittee ditional financial compensation to the To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ Three Affiliated Tribes (Mandan, To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ timates for fiscal year 1992 for the timates for fiscal year 1991 for foreign Hidatsa, and Arikara Tribes that reside assistance, focusing on security in the on the Fort Berthold Indian Reserva­ United States Court of Veterans Af­ fairs, and the Department of Veterans' post-cold war era. tion) and the Standing Rock Sioux SD-138 Tribe for the taking of reservation Affairs. SD-138 lands for the sites of the Garrison Dam APRIL 24 and Reservoir and the Oahe Dam and APRIL 18 9:30 a.m. Reservoir. Appropriations SRr485 9:30a.m. VA, HUD, and Independent Agencies Sub­ Appropriations committee APRIL 16 Labor, Health and Human Services, Edu­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ 9:30a.m. cation Subcommittee timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Of­ Appropriations To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ fice of Science and Technology Policy, Labor, Health and Human Services, Edu­ timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ and the National Science Foundation. cation Subcommittee partments of Labor, Health and Human SD-124 To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ Services, Education, and related agen­ Appropriations timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ cies. Labor, Health and Human Services, Edu­ partments of Labor, Health and Human SD-192 cation Subcommittee Services, Education, and related agen­ 10:00 a.m. To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ cies. Appropriations timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ SD-192 Commerce, Justice, State, and Judiciary partments of Labor, Health and Human Energy and Natural Resources Subcommittee Services, Education, and related agen­ Energy Research and Development Sub­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ cies. committee timates for fiscal year 1992 for the SD-192 To hold hearings on the Department of United States Information Agency and 2:30 p.m. Energy's superconducting super the Board for International Broadcast­ Select on Indian Affairs collider program. ing. To hold oversight hearings on new school SD-366 S-146, Capitol construction, repair, and improvement March 13, 1991 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 6221 on Bureau of Indian Affairs' school fa­ MAYS and Urban Development, and independ­ cilities. 9:30 a.m. ent agencies. SR-485 Appropriations SD-138 VA, HUD, and Independent Agencies Sub­ APRIL 25 committee MAY21 9:30a.m. To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ 2:30 p.m. Appropriations timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Na­ Appropriations Labor, Health and Human Services, Edu­ tional Space Council, and the National Foreign Operations Subcommittee cation Subcommittee Aeronautics and Space Administration. To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ SD-138 timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ timates for fiscal year 1991 for foreign assistance, focusing on international partments of Labor, Health and Human MAY9 Services, Education, and related agen- AIDS crisis. cies. 10:00 a.m. SD-138 SD-192 Appropriations 3:45 p.m. 10:00 a.m. Transportation Subcommittee Appropriations Appropriations To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ Foreign Operations Subcommittee Transportation Subcommittee timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Fed­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ eral Aviation Administration, Depart­ timates for fiscal year 1991 for foreign timates for fiscal year 1992 for the U.S. ment of Transportation. assistance, focusing on the Peace Corps Coast Guard, Department of Transpor­ SD-138 expansion and change. tation. SD-138 SD-138 MAY14 Appropriations 2:30 p.m. MAY23 Treasury, Postal Service, General Govern­ Appropriations ment Subcommittee Foreign Operations Subcommittee 10:00 a.m. To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ Appropriations timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Of­ timates for fiscal year 1991 for foreign Transportation Subcommittee fice of National Drug Control Policy. assistance, focusing on U.S. trade. To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ SD-116 SD-138 timates for fiscal year 1992 for certain transportation programs. APRIL 26 MAY15 SD-138 10:00 a.m. 1:30 p.m. Appropriations Appropriations JUNE4 Agriculture and Related Agencies Sub­ VA, HUD, and Independent Agencies Sub­ 2:30 p.m. committee committee Appropriations To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ Foreign Operations Subcommittee timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ timates for fiscal year 1992 for the To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ partment of Agriculture. Commission on National Service, and timates for fiscal year 1991 for foreign SD-138 the Points of Light Foundation. assistance. MAY7 SD-138 SD-138 1:00 p.m. MAY16 Appropriations CANCELLATIONS Transportation Subcommittee 10:00 a.m. To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ Appropriations timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Na­ Transportation Subcommittee MARCH20 tional Highway Traffic Safety Admin­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ timates for fiscal year 1992 for the Gen­ 9:30 a.m. istration and the Office of Inspector Appropriations General, Department of Transpor­ eral Accounting Office. SD-138 Labor, Health and Human Services, Edu­ tation. cation Subcommittee SD-138 MAY17 To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ 2:30 p.m. timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ Appropriations 9:30 a.m. Foreign Operations Subcommittee Appropriations partment of Education, focusing on the To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ VA, HUD, and Independent Agencies Sub­ Offices of the Assistant Secretaries of timates for fiscal year 1992 for foreign committee Education, and the Office of Inspector assistance, focusing on AID manage­ To hold hearings on proposed budget es­ General. ment issues and reform efforts. timates for fiscal year 1992 for the De­ SD-192 SD-192 partments of Veterans Affairs, Housing