May 15, 2020 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E455 that General Flynn had lied intentionally during Susan provided an invaluable service to dinary public health crisis. We are grateful for the investigation, the disgraced Special Coun- South Seattle over the last 12 years as the the work UCI has done to research, prevent, sel Mueller and his team disregarded this and Executive Director of the Rainer Chamber of and treat the virus as well as educate the pub- moved ahead with the dubious charges, Commerce. She always saw the potential in lic on best-practices during this time. ratcheting up the pressure by even threatening the region and worked tirelessly to celebrate I ask that all Members join me in honoring to charge General Flynn’s son, aided and diversity and bring economic prosperity. Al- the important work and leadership of the Uni- abetted by the shamefully biased U.S. District though not originally from Washington, Susan versity of California, Irvine. Judge Sullivan. became a heartbeat of her community. f What emerges from the evidence at hand is There are few who have had a stronger a shameful and chilling account of attempted dedication to South Seattle. Susan focused on IN RECOGNITION OF THE 130TH entrapment by the federal government against improving education, economic development, ANNIVERSARY OF PELL CITY an innocent man with a long history of serving and public safety. During her time as Execu- his country. I commend Sydney Powell for her tive Director she produced festivals and pa- HON. MIKE ROGERS fortitude and determination against these rades for the community, helped create the OF seemingly insurmountable odds. America is Southeast Seattle Map and Guide, and hosted IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES grateful for leaders like General Michael Flynn extraordinary guests at the Chamber lunch- Friday, May 15, 2020 eons. Her enthusiasm and kind spirit allowed and for strong advocates of the law like Attor- Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Madam Speaker, her to connect and make friends with nearly ney Sydney Powell. I ask for the House’s attention to recognize anyone. It is sad that many Democrats and their bra- the 130th Anniversary of Pell City, Alabama. zen mainstream media allies have become af- Susan’s genuine passion for giving back did In the late 1890s, in a small community flicted with Trump Derangement Syndrome not go unnoticed—and still does not. Even tucked midway between Birmingham and At- leading to any nefarious illegality to establish though Susan is no longer with the Chamber lanta, three railroad lines connected. The story the ends justify the means of the destruction of Commerce, she is still working on projects of Pell City began when a young insurance of the Trump Presidency. in the neighborhood and looking for ways to salesman en route to Talladega missed his f contribute to her community. train, and, thus, was forced to spend a night The entire community will miss Susan’s at Pell City’s Cornett Hotel. That young man’s HONORING SARAH ETTA WORK presence in this role, but she has created a name was Sumter Cogswell. legacy and we will continue to see the benefits Upon reviewing the community’s location to HON. JOHN JOYCE of what she accomplished for many years to water, cotton fields, coal mines and railroads, OF PENNSYLVANIA come. Mr. Cogswell decided to invest in the growth IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Madam Speaker, it is with great respect and of the community. It took him two tries and admiration I honor Susan Davis on her out- Friday, May 15, 2020 upon his second try, he moved his family and standing career as Executive Director of the household belongings to the community rais- Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speak- Rainer Chamber of Commerce and the lasting ing the number of people calling this area er, I rise today to recognize Sarah Etta Work impression she made on her community. home to just over 40 people. as she celebrates her 100th birthday on f A textile mill was built and jobs were plenti- Wednesday, May 27. ful. In 1901, Pell City became the location of A dedicated member of her community, Mrs. HONORING THE UNIVERSITY OF the second courthouse in St. Clair County, an Work graduated from Connellsville High CALIFORNIA, IRVINE FOR ITS act that would take an amendment to the Ala- School in 1938 before attending the Carnegie EXEMPLARY LEADERSHIP AND bama State Constitution to complete. Institute of Technology. She managed the COMMITMENT TO COVID–19 RE- In the 1960s, Logan Martin Lake and Inter- kitchen at Springfield Elementary School in SPONSE state 20 added to the town’s appeal, and the Newville, Pennsylvania for 27 years. population increased dramatically. Mrs. Work and her husband, Glenn, estab- HON. HARLEY ROUDA In the 130 years since that fateful day when lished the Mill Run Campground, now the Yogi OF CALIFORNIA Mr. Cogswell missed his train, and with the di- Bear Campground in Mill Run, Pennsylvania. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rection and investment of visionary leaders, Today, she continues to maintain a consistent Friday, May 15, 2020 Pell City has continued to grow and flourish in presence at the campground. one of the fastest growing counties of Ala- Mr. ROUDA. Madam Speaker, I, along with For decades, Mrs. Work has been an out- bama. Representative , rise today to standing community member. She is a mem- Madam Speaker, please join me in recog- recognize the University of California, Irvine ber of the Indian Creek Baptist Church, where nizing the 130th Anniversary of Pell City, Ala- for its exemplary response to the ongoing she taught Sunday School for over 40 years. bama. Additionally, she served as a 4-H leader for 25 COVID–19 pandemic. UCI has always been f years. Mrs. Work has two children, six grand- committed to providing quality medical treat- children, and 14 great-grandchildren. Before ment and research to the Orange County THANKING DAVID MANGAN FOR Glenn’s passing in 2007, Mr. and Mrs. Work community and improving public health nation- EXEMPLARY SERVICE were married for 67 years. wide. In this time of crisis, UCI’s commitment It’s my honor to congratulate Sarah Etta to public health is nothing short of admirable. HON. UCI has been a leader in COVID–19 re- Work on a century of life well-lived. I wish her OF ARKANSAS sponse since this threat was first recognized. a very happy 100th birthday and every contin- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ued happiness. Researchers and medical professionals per- Friday, May 15, 2020 f form extensive research, conduct clinical trials on drugs to treat the virus, test large volumes Mr. WESTERMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise RECOGNIZING SUSAN DAVIS’ OUT- of people for the virus, and collaborate with re- today to honor David Mangan of Hot Springs, STANDING CAREER AT THE searchers and healthcare professionals across Arkansas for his front-line efforts to combat RAINER CHAMBER OF COM- the nation. Widespread testing is critical to the COVID–19 epidemic in our home state. MERCE tracking the spread of the coronavirus. UCI Due to his actions, medical professionals will has made this a priority by testing first re- now be able to research the effects of con- HON. sponders and screening physicians, staff valescent plasma on those recovering from OF WASHINGTON members, and other health care providers the novel virus. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES daily. Researchers at UCI also create and In April 2020, Mangan became the first per- produce protective shields to meet the needs son to donate blood plasma after the U.S. Friday, May 15, 2020 of healthcare providers on the front lines and Food and Drug Administration approved clin- Mr. SMITH of Washington. Madam Speaker, contribute sample-preserving fluid for COVID– ical trials and use of plasma extracted from I rise to honor and thank Susan Davis for over 19 test kits. those who have survived the virus to treat 12 years of dedicated service to her commu- In light of this crisis, we look to institutions those who are currently battling COVID–19. nity as Executive Director of the Rainer Cham- like UCI to provide us with the research and After contracting the virus on his way home ber of Commerce. treatment tools to get us through this extraor- to Arkansas from a ski trip, Mangan and his

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DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ that his plasma could be the life-saving dif- unfortunately be compounded in October of OF ference for someone else facing this virus. this year, when the United Nations arms em- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES During a visit to the Arkansas Blood Institute, bargo on Iran expires pursuant to UN Security Mangan donated over 600 millimeters of yel- Council Resolution 2231. Friday, May 15, 2020 low plasma to be donated to the cause. Not only does its expiration allow Iran to buy Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Madam David Mangan is truly an example of her- potentially game-changing military hardware Speaker, it is with a heavy heart that I rise to oism in a time of great need. He exemplifies and technology, it also weakens and effec- honor the life of my dear friend and con- the strength of a survivor and the heart of a tively eliminates the legal architecture that has stituent, Renee Kapchuk Grutman. true servant. I take this time to wish him and For decades, Ms. Grutman served as a underpinned international efforts to restrict his family well in the coming days and thank fierce advocate for Broward County’s children. Iran’s ability to transfer weapons to their prox- them for their commitment to seeing our com- Renee found her life-long home in our public ies. I’m grateful that Secretary Pompeo and munities thrive and return to good health. schools and was an educational and PTA su- President Trump have made coordination of perstar at her core. She faithfully and volun- f security with Israel a top priority in light of this tarily served in numerous PTA council board growing threat. SECRETARY POMPEO IN ISRAEL positions and worked vigorously in pursuit of Secretary Pompeo’s visit to Israel this week the optimum educational experience for every HON. JOE WILSON is yet another indication of the Trump Adminis- Broward County public school student. OF SOUTH CAROLINA tration’s strong support for our valued ally, The word ‘‘no’’ was not in Renee’s vocabu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Israel. It is a strong sign that this Administra- lary. She helped plan, fund, and organize Friday, May 15, 2020 tion will not forsake our allies and will always every council event including trainings, meet- stand with the people of Israel to face any ings, awards banquets, conventions, student Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam challenge side-by-side. programs, and holidays to name a few. Speaker, congratulations to Secretary of State She was affectionately known as The Part- Mike Pompeo for traveling to Israel this week, f nership Queen, using her can-do spirit and in- his first international trip in nearly two months fectious optimism to secure partnerships, fund- amid the ongoing Wuhan Virus pandemic. The HONORING THE SERVICE OF ing, and assistance for school activities—ac- trip coincided with the two-year anniversary of TYLER KENT, GOVERNMENT AC- tivities that would not been possible if not for President Trump fulfilling his campaign and COUNTABILITY OFFICE Renee’s passion, determination, and support. implementing U.S. law by relocating the U.S. DETAILEE TO THE COMMITTEE She was a champion in every sense of the Embassy to Jerusalem, Israel’s eternal unified ON HOMELAND SECURITY word. capital. I was grateful to lead the House Dele- Renee was a dear friend who embodied the gation with Senator Lindsey Graham, Vice best of what it means to give back to your President Mike Pence, lvanka Trump, and HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON community. She was a selfless, compas- Jared Kushner for the opening of the new em- OF MISSISSIPPI sionate, and a tireless advocate for others and bassy with Ambassador David Friedman as will be profoundly missed but never forgotten. President Trump fulfilled ‘‘Promises Made, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES My heart is with her children, grandchildren, Promises Kept.’’ Secretary Pompeo’s trip also and all her extended family. coincided with the 72nd anniversary of the Friday, May 15, 2020 f Israel’s Declaration of Independence on May Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam 14, 1948. The timing of the visit, especially PERSONAL EXPLANATION given today’s circumstances, sends a clear Speaker, as the Chairman of the Committee message to our valued allies and friends in on Homeland Security, I rise to honor Mr. Tyler Kent upon the conclusion of his service HON. MARK DeSAULNIER Israel: the United States will unequivocally OF CALIFORNIA stand by your side. to the Committee as a Detailee from the Gov- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Secretary Pompeo’s visit also comes as ernment Accountability Office. Prime Minister and his Since joining the Committee one year ago, Friday, May 15, 2020 political rival Knesset Speaker Benny Gantz Mr. Kent has made valuable contributions to Mr. DESAULNIER. Madam Speaker, al- are in midst of forming a unity government our work by sharing his considerable expertise though I continue to work on behalf of the after over a year of political stalemate that has on government operations and transportation people, businesses, and communities of paralyzed the Israeli government. This new and maritime security issues. He has served Contra Costa during this difficult time, I regret unity government will be especially significant as a reliable resource to our staff and signifi- that I was unable to vote on Friday, May 15, as it will take the first steps to realize Presi- cantly advanced our legislative and oversight 2020 due to my ongoing recovery from non- dent Trump’s bold and unprecedented ‘‘Peace efforts. In particular, during his tenure on the COVID pneumonia. to Prosperity’’ Middle East peace plan coordi- Committee, Mr. Kent was deeply involved in f nated by Jared Kushner. our oversight of the implementation of the TSA President Trump’s plan, unveiled in January Modernization Act. Additionally, he helped TRIBUTE TO COACH ROBERT 2020, offers a fresh opportunity to restart final identify solutions for supporting the Transpor- EDWIN ‘‘ED’’ NOVAK, SR. status negotiations between Israel and the tation Security Administration workforce which Palestinians. This new plan includes many in- were integral to the House passage of the HON. C.A. centives for both sides, including an Israeli Rights for Transportation Security Officers Act OF MARYLAND settlement freeze for four years, land swaps of 2020 earlier this year. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for both sides, and $50 billion in new invest- Throughout his time on the Committee, Mr. ment in the Palestinian territories. Friday, May 15, 2020 While Israel has indicated a willingness to Kent has displayed a high degree of profes- Mr. RUPPERSBERGER. Madam Speaker, I restart the negotiations, the Palestinian side sionalism and personal commitment to pro- rise before you today to honor the life and leg- has unfortunately categorically rebuffed Presi- viding Members of Congress and staff valu- acy of Coach Robert Edwin ‘‘Ed’’ Novak, Sr., dent Trump’s plan, in line with their rejectionist able insight and information. Mr. Kent has for his exceptional service to our country and track-record. I am grateful for the Trump Ad- demonstrated commendable dedication, en- his contributions to the education of youth in ministration’s efforts to restart negotiations for thusiasm, and good humor, which has helped Baltimore. Middle East peace, and I beseech both sides all of us enormously. A native Baltimorean, Coach Novak grad- to take this opportunity for a new, hopeful fu- We thank Mr. Kent for his service to the uated from Baltimore City College in 1944. Im- ture seriously. Committee and our country and wish him the mediately after, at the age of 17, he enlisted Undoubtedly another high priority item on very best as he returns to the Government Ac- in the U.S. Navy, where he was assigned to Secretary Pompeo’s agenda in Israel is the countability Office. the Pacific Theater during World War II as an

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