E222 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks March 10, 2021 ineffective. The delayed adoption of these via- years at MCC have had an immense impact cational services. In the fall of 2019, Ms. ble alternatives means that every year several on students and faculty alike, advising and Robin, as Kayleigh calls her, began providing million animals are needlessly held in captivity supporting them in their educational and voca- in-home educational services to Kayleigh. One and oftentimes senselessly harmed by experi- tional pursuits. year later, Kayleigh met the criteria to be ments in the process. Maria was born in the Azores and moved placed on the transplant list. Ms. Robin talked To rectify this situation, I am introducing the with her family to the United States in 1967, to the Kulages about the donation process Humane Research and Testing Act of 2021 eventually settling in Lowell among a vibrant, and ultimately decided to get tested to see if alongside my esteemed colleague and good proud Portuguese community. After graduating she would be a match for Kayleigh. As fate friend Congressman . This from Lowell High School in 1974, she went to would have it, the two were a match, and on legislation establishes the National Center for Regis College and became the first in her February 3, 2021, Robin and Kayleigh had Alternatives to Animals in Research and Test- family to graduate from college four years successful surgeries to complete the trans- ing within the NIH. First, the National Center later. plant. will provide assistance, funding, and training to Public service has always guided Maria’s Robin Mach began working with pre-kinder- educate scientists in alternatives to the use of career. She worked as a teacher, interpreter, garten students in 1999 and has long been animals in research. The National Center will and mentor serving on countless non-profit known for going above the norm for her stu- also facilitate collaborations that provide sci- boards and dedicated her life to advocating dents. Dr. Stephanie Bechard stated, ‘‘Ms. entists lacking resources with access to fiercely for families, children, and immigrants Robin has always had a very strong sense of human-relevant methods. Second, the Na- in our community. community and supporting our students out- tional Center will be tasked with tallying the For twelve years at the International Insti- side of school. She always thinks of others in number of animals used in federally funded re- tute, Maria helped families navigate govern- need and sees how all things affect our stu- search. Scientists receiving federal funding ment agencies on their path to becoming citi- dents and families. Her heart for our students, and government agencies that use animals in zens and creating a new life in the Greater families, and community is monumental.’’ research will be required to submit regular re- Lowell region. She carried that passion for ad- Monumental is an excellent way to describe ports to the National Center that state the vocacy to her next role as Constituent Serv- the selflessness Robin Mach has displayed. number of animals used in their research ices Director in former Representative Marty She risked her life for her student and in doing projects, disaggregated by species, and they Meehan’s District Office. There, she continued so changed lives of that little girl and her fam- will also be required to outline a plan for re- her mission to provide the highest quality serv- ily forever. She is a true hero among us, and ducing the number of animals they use. ices to our community and exemplified the no- we are lucky to have her educating our stu- Madam Speaker, I urge the House to swiftly bility of service—picking up the phone and lis- dents and our community. pass this legislation. The establishment of a tening to someone in crisis and delivering as- f new center dedicated to encouraging human- sistance; not giving up on someone in need of relevant alternatives to animal testing is need- a hand; and advocating for resources and PERSONAL EXPLANATION ed, so that the NIH can meet its goal of reduc- laws that fix our broken, inequitable systems. ing the number of animals unnecessarily Over the years, Maria has served as a role HON. harmed in research every year. model and mentor to so many, myself in- OF CALIFORNIA f cluded. She is what we all should aspire to be IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as public servants—a shining and tangible ex- Wednesday, March 10, 2021 IN RECOGNITION OF KIERSTEN ample of how government, education, and ENGLEBERT community are supposed to work. Mr. CALVERT. Madam Speaker, unfortu- Even in retirement, Maria will continue to nately I was prevented from voting on the mo- HON. JOHN JOYCE champion those who don’t have a voice, her tion to recommit on March 9, 2021. Had I OF PENNSYLVANIA rich Portuguese heritage, and immigrants in been present, I would have voted yes on the motion to recommit H.R. 842. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES search of a better life here in our community. Through her many years of service, Maria f Wednesday, March 10, 2021 has made the City of Lowell a better place to GEORGE FLOYD JUSTICE IN Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speak- call home. Thanks to her efforts, the City’s fu- POLICING ACT OF 2021 er, I rise today to honor Kiersten Englebert of ture is bright, and I join Lowell residents and Biglerville for her dedication to helping home- so many throughout our region in thanking her SPEECH OF less veterans. for her dedication to this incredible community. Kiersten, who holds the title of International f HON. United Miss Pennsylvania PreTeen, worked OF WISCONSIN HONORING ROBIN MACH alongside fellow friends to provide vital items IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for her neighbors in need. She collected hy- Wednesday, March 3, 2021 giene products, socks, hats, gloves and other HON. items, filling 70 backpacks to support the work OF MISSOURI Ms. MOORE of Wisconsin. Madam Speak- of local nonprofit For the Love of a Veteran. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES er, I rise today in support of H.R. 1280— Kiersten is an outstanding young woman George Floyd Justice in Policing Act of 2021. Wednesday, March 10, 2021 who already has demonstrated great dedica- This legislation has been a long time coming tion to the people of Adams County. It is my Mr. LUETKEMEYER. Madam Speaker, most and for many it has arrive too little too late. pleasure to recognize Kiersten for this selfless of us had that special teacher growing up who Our nation is a work in progress, and we will work to serve our veterans in need, and I wish went the extra mile and left a lasting impres- continue to fight for equality under the law in her continued success in this mission. sion on us. All these years later a few still every and all aspects. f come to mind right away. Recently a Missouri This essential legislation has critical provi- teacher, Robin Mach who teaches preschool sion including supporting the need for more HONORING THE LEADERSHIP AND in the Meramec Valley R–III School District, deescalation training for police officers, some- LEGACY OF MARIA CUNHA gave a whole new meaning to ‘‘going the extra thing that I have long fought for and which has mile’’ and became a real-life hero when she proven time and time again to work. The bill HON. donated a kidney to one of her students. will also block the transfer of weapons of war OF MASSACHUSETTS Kayleigh Kulage was born premature at 26 to police departments , end the no-knock war- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES weeks weighing only 15 ounces. From her rants that led to the murder of Breonna Taylor, very first day on earth Kayleigh had to fight for ban choke holds that killed Eric Garner and Wednesday, March 10, 2021 her survival and persevere in the face of the George Floyd, and finally end qualified immu- Mrs. TRAHAN. Madam Speaker, I rise today longest of odds, including living the first five nity which has shielded police officers from re- to honor the leadership and legacy of a men- years of her life with failing kidneys. In the ceiving justice for killing or injuring members tor and a friend, Maria Cunha, who will retire summer of 2019, a Doris Hoffman Early of the community. as Associate Dean and Director of the Out of Learning Center teacher met Kayleigh Kulage As a member of the Congressional Black School Youth Development Program at Mid- at a dentist office in Pacific, Missouri and en- Caucus but more importantly as a black moth- dlesex Community College. Her most recent couraged the Kulage family to apply for edu- er, grandmother, and now great-grandmother,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 11:31 Mar 11, 2021 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A10MR8.004 E10MRPT1 rfrederick on DSKBCBPHB2PROD with REMARKS March 10, 2021 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E223 I am so proud to be an original sponsor of the 2008. His family enjoyed the summers to- HONORING SUE WILSON AND THE legislation. gether fishing, swimming, and playing cards HELPING HAND AS IOWANS OF Our communities are demanding action, while camping or staying in a rented cabin in THE WEEK calling for strong and effective action that will Northern Wisconsin. An avid sportsman and help not only prevent future tragedies between sports fan, Warren love to golf, bowl, fish, and HON. CYNTHIA AXNE police and the communities they patrol, but swim. Mr. Pierner has been a longtime Chi- OF IOWA also help increase trust and build safer com- cago Cubs fan but makes up for it by being an IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES munities. ardent Green Bay Packers fan, UW Green Wednesday, March 10, 2021 This is a commonsense bill that deserves Bay Phoenix fan, and Wisconsin Badger fan. bipartisan support. This is the first step to Beloved husband, father, and soldier, War- Mrs. AXNE. Madam Speaker, I rise today to making our union more perfect, and I urge all ren is a tribute to the ‘‘Greatest Generation’’ honor Sue Wilson and The Helping Hand of my colleagues to support it. and a grateful nation and state thank him for Warren County in Indianola, Iowa for their aid to the underserved people of their community. f his service. Madam Speaker, I urge all members of this Sue and The Helping Hand are the pinnacles IN RECOGNITION OF THRIVENT body to join me in applauding Warren Pierner of what it means to be an Iowan, and I wish COMMUNITY-ADVENT PARTNERS for his service in WWII and wishing him a to recognize them as my Iowan of the Week happy and healthy 100th birthday. for their remarkable dedication to the better- HON. JOHN JOYCE ment of their state. The Helping Hand is a volunteer organiza- OF PENNSYLVANIA f tion whose mission is to distribute food, cloth- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SUPPORT OUR MILITARY WORKING ing, and household items to residents in their Wednesday, March 10, 2021 DOGS ACT community for no cost. While they have been Mr. JOYCE of Pennsylvania. Madam Speak- serving the people of Warren County for years er, I rise today to honor Thrivent Community- HON. via their walk-in food pantry, they have begun Advent Partners team for their service to the OF CALIFORNIA outreach to expand their services to address Adams County community. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES underlying issues resulting in food insecurity such as substance misuse and mental health As an act of kindness for their neighbors, Wednesday, March 10, 2021 this group assembles and delivers care pack- services. ages to patients who are undergoing cancer Mr. GARAMENDI. Madam Speaker, today I The Helping Hand is expanding its network treatments in the Gettysburg Cancer Center reintroduce the ‘‘Support Our Military Working to multiple resources and services that its and the Wellspan Adams Cancer Center. This Dogs Act’’ in commemoration of National K9 community members can utilize. Not only is it tradition was established five years ago and Veterans Day later this week. The United a support system for people who need food has continued to be a service project shared States K9 Corps was established on March and clothing, it is also a resource for those by many community members. During the 13, 1942. who look to better their mental health as well, COVID–19 pandemic, the Thriven Community- Military working dogs serve with our troops not just their physical. Advent Partners team has taken extra care to on the front lines and provide recuperating Sue serves on Governor Reynolds’ Advisory safely assemble packages that include items services for our veterans and their former han- Council for Brain Injuries and has started to such as masks, blankets, lotion, hand sani- dlers. Caring for these dogs in the field and administer a voluntary brain injury screening tizer, tissues, lip balm and other items. De- once they return home is our responsibility. tool to the community members that utilize spite challenges, they have persevered to con- The ‘‘Support Our Military Working Dogs Act’’ The Helping Hand. While people are waiting in tinue this mission. would ensure that our nation’s military working the food pantry line, they are invited to partici- Thrivent Community-Advent Partners’ com- dogs receive the best possible care and direct pate in the screening and are then asked a mitment to community service is invaluable to the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) to series of questions. This new programming is the Adams County community. It is an honor work with veterans’ service organizations and in the early stages, but Sue and The Helping to thank these Pennsylvanians for their com- other nonprofits to support their long-term vet- Hand are hoping that they will soon be able to mitment and highlight this invaluable work, erinary care, once adopted by their former provide data of the percentage of people who and I wish them every continued success. handler’s into loving homes. have suffered from a brain injury and have limited resources to assist them in their better- f Specifically, the ‘‘Support Our Military Work- ing Dogs Act’’ would authorize DOD to provide ment. So far, The Helping Hand has screened IN RECOGNITION OF WARREN charitable support for retired or injured military approximately 100 people in their food pantry PIERNER’S 100TH BIRTHDAY working dogs after their adoption, by coordi- line. nating third-party donations to cover the cost Sue and The Helping Hand’s desire to bet- HON. MIKE GALLAGHER of long-term veterinary care. The bill would ter the lives of those in Warren County is in- spiring. Whether it be facing food insecurity di- OF WISCONSIN also ensure that the U.S. government covers rectly or distributing over one thousand boxes IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES all transportation costs associated with trans- ferring retired military animals, including of food and supplies, they are setting the Wednesday, March 10, 2021 horses, to their new adopted homes, building standards high on what it means to serve and Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, I rise upon the success of the Military Working Dog be served within a community. Sue and The today to honor World War II veteran Warren Retirement Act of 2015. Helping Hand are constantly and consistently Pierner as he celebrates his 100th birthday on Lastly, the bill for this Congress includes a striving to better themselves and the people March 13, 2021. new provision clarifying that DOD’s Joint Trau- they serve, and they do this through complete Warren grew up in Green Bay and attended ma Education and Training Directorate may devotion, an unwavering work ethic, and huge Green Bay East High School. In 1942, he also conduct research on the treatment and hearts. I am proud to recognize Sue Wilson joined the United States Coast Guard, where avoidance of injuries for military working dogs. and The Helping Hand of Warren County as he served in the Atlantic on a patrol frigate Former Congressman Ralph Abraham (R–LA) my Iowan of the week. called the Grand Rapids, and in the Pacific on sponsored this provision as an amendment to f an attack transport called the Aquarius. Mr. the House-passed ‘‘National Defense Author- CELEBRATING THE 110TH BIRTH- Pierner ran the boilers on these ships for ization Act for Fiscal Year 2021,’’ but it was ul- DAY OF EL DORADO NATIVE, nearly four years and attained the rank of timately removed during conference negotia- MRS. WILLIE BELL COGGINS Water Tender 1st Class. Warren continued his tions with the Senate. I am pleased to include service to his country and community as a let- this much-needed clarification in my bill. HON. BRUCE WESTERMAN ter carrier for the U.S. Postal Service, where As chairman of the House Armed Services OF he worked for 36 years before his retirement Subcommittee on Readiness, which has juris- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in 1984. diction over military working dogs, I urge all After his military service, Warren began to members of the House to join me in cospon- Wednesday, March 10, 2021 build a family. He married Myra Larsen in soring this important legislation. Congress Mr. WESTERMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise 1948 and together they had 7 children during must support our K9 veterans during and after today to celebrate the 110th birthday of El Do- their 60 years of marriage until her passing in their service. rado, Arkansas, native, Mrs. Willie Bell

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