E728 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 10, 2003 Let the record show that I am enormously of Case Western University, as he is recog- blood supply services, Bonfils also operates proud that a soldier from my District has nized by the American Heart Association for the Colorado Marrow Donor Program and Lab- played such a heroic and vital role in what will his unwavering dedication and exceptional oratories at Bonfils. This vital public service is ultimately be the liberation of the people of achievement within the Cleveland medical possible only with the help of innumerable do- Iraq from the brutal regime of Saddam Hus- community—most notably, for his significant nors and local organizations, the community sein. The world will be a much safer place be- role in launching the Cleveland Clinic Lerner support Bonfils relies on to continue its long cause of the efforts of Col. Perkins and other College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve record of success. fine men and women who risk their own lives University. Mr. Speaker, it is a great privilege to recog- on our behalf. In 1982, Dr. Hundert earned his medical de- nize the Bonfils Blood Center and its employ- f gree from Harvard Medical School. From 1984 ees for their dedication to health care in Colo- through 1997, Dr. Hundert served on the fac- rado. Hospitals and patients all over Colorado HONORING PRIVATE BRANDON ulty of Harvard Medical School. He held posi- rely on Bonfils for a safe and adequate blood ULYSSES SLOAN tions in the departments of psychiatry and supply, a service Bonfils has effectively deliv- medical ethics, and also served as Associate ered for six decades. It is my distinct pleasure HON. STEPHANIE TUBBS JONES Dean of student affairs. Dr. Hundert’s to honor that record of success today. OF OHIO groundbreaking research in the area of med- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ical education helped define professionalism RENEWABLE ENERGY IN AMERICA Wednesday, April 9, 2003 and ethics in medicine on a national level. Moreover, for six consecutive years Harvard Mrs. JONES of Ohio. I rise to honor an Medical School graduates voted Dr. Hundert HON. JON C. PORTER American hero, Brandon Ulysses Sloan, who as the ‘‘Faculty Member Who Did the Most for OF NEVADA lost his life during the conflict with Iraq. Private His Class.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Brandon Ulysses Sloan was a native of Cleve- In 1997, Dr. Hundert relocated to the Uni- land and a member of the 507th Maintenance Wednesday, April 9, 2003 versity of Rochester as professor of psychiatry Company of the United States Army. He was and medical humanities, and served as Asso- Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to born on October 7, 1983, in Cleveland, Ohio ciate Dean, then Dean of the University. Dr. address the importance of renewable energy to the union of Tandy U. and Kimberly T. Hundert has served as President of Case in America. America’s energy consumption is Sloan. Western Reserve University for the past year. at an all time high and rising. In order to ad- Brandon Sloan exhibited a unique blend of During this time, Dr. Hundert’s leadership, ex- dress the imbalance between consumption personality and strength. A loving child, Bran- pertise and exceptional interpersonal abilities and domestic production, one part of the solu- don always played and enjoyed spending time has created a new sense of partnership, pos- tion is to continue the advances in research with other children. Brandon later became a sibility and energy within the Cleveland med- and development of renewable energy re- big brother to his sister Brittany, with whom he ical community, which is clearly reflected sources. shared a close friendship. through the partnership between the world-re- In my home state of Nevada, the sun shines Brandon began his education in the East more than 300 days out of the year. We are Cleveland School District, and remained in the nown Cleveland Clinic and the newly created Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Case West- also blessed with an abundant amount of district until the family moved to Euclid, Ohio. other renewable energy sources such as geo- While in the East Cleveland Schools, he de- ern Reserve University. Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me thermal, wind and biomass. Nevada is a per- veloped a love for basketball and continued in in honor and recognition of Edward H. fect laboratory for renewable energy research. various athletic pursuits. Hundert, M.D., President of Case Western We also can boast that we have one of the During the formative years, the family en- top research centers in the country for renew- joyed many happy times together. Brandon in University, whose vision, vast experience and outstanding leadership have elevated the sta- able energy. Since the 1970’s, The Desert Re- particular enjoyed playing basketball and de- search Institute or DRI has been actively re- veloped a knack for making good friends. tus of medical research, education and ethics within the Cleveland community and beyond— searching ways to put renewable resources to In 1996, the family moved to Oakwood Vil- better use, especially for commercial use. In lage, Ohio in the Bedford School District. reinforcing the image of Cleveland as the core of medical innovation, advancement and dis- the past, DRI has conducted solar energy re- There, Brandon became a Bedford ‘‘Bearcat’’, search by developing a facility where it was participating in high school football as a defen- covery for individuals within our community, across the nation, and around the world. completely cooled and heated by solar energy. sive lineman. At the present time, DRI scientists and engi- Brandon confessed a hope in Christ during f neers are developing a solar and wind pow- his high school years and was baptized at The HONORING THE BONFILS BLOOD ered system that produces hydrogen for a fuel Historic Greater Friendship Baptist Church. CENTER cell with excess renewable energy so that Later he decided to pursue a military career. continuous power can be provided for off-grid He joined the United States Army to serve his sites. These fuel cells also potentially would country. After having served one year, Bran- HON. SCOTT McINNIS power hydrogen fuel cell cars. This technology don gave his life for his country. OF COLORADO Precious memories are cherished by his fa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is a cornerstone in President Bush’s national energy plan. ther, Rev. Tandy U. Sloan; mother, Kimberly Wednesday, April 9, 2003 T. Sloan; sister, Brittney; two grandmothers, Because the research being conducted in Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Dr. R. Pippen (James) and Luberta Sloan. He Nevada, it will not only have an impact in my take this opportunity to recognize an organiza- also had a host of uncles, aunts and cousins. home state, but will also impact all Americans tion that has been dedicated to providing life- His friends are numerous but to name a few: in the long term from having a more secure saving care to the citizens of Colorado for Stephon, Romel, Cleo and Eddie (U.S. Marine and environmentally sustainable mix of energy sixty years. Bonfils Blood Center operates Corps), all who mourn his loss. sources. several community donor centers statewide, On behalf of the people of the 11th Con- f including one in Pueblo, Colorado. I would like gressional District and the United States Con- to take this opportunity to thank the employ- POSTAL CIVIL SERVICE RETIRE- gress. I extend my heartfelt sympathy. ees and donors of Bonfils Blood Center before MENT SYSTEM FUNDING RE- f this body of Congress and this nation. FORM ACT OF 2003 IN HONOR OF EDWARD H. Since 1943, Bonfils has been an integral HUNDERT, M.D. part of the health care system in Colorado, SPEECH OF and now serves more than ninety health care HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH facilities across the state. When the centers OF NEW YORK OF OHIO first opened, Bonfils annually collected 1,600 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES units of blood; today the center collects nearly 200,000 units each year. Pueblo’s Bonfils Tuesday, April 8, 2003 Wednesday, April 9, 2003 Center opened in 1990 and consistently sup- Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in plies about ten percent of the blood collected of S. 380, the Postal Civil Service Retirement honor of Edward H. Hundert, M.D., President each year in Colorado. In addition to their System Funding Reform Act of 2003. I’d like

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