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TRIBUTE TO THE LEGISLATIVE 1995 by Mayor Frank Jordan, and served as 13-year professional career playing with the COUNSEL CEO under three subsequent mayors. Under Phoenix Suns and Dallas Mavericks. his wise leadership, John Martin has added An active member of the National Basketball HON. PAUL D. RYAN immensely to the economic vitality of our re- Retired Players Association, Mr. Williams OF WISCONSIN gion, completing the $3.5 billion International loved the game of basketball and always tried Terminal, raising the wages of service and se- to give back. Described as a kid from a small IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES curity workers at SFO, and reducing the Air- town in Louisiana who never changed, the Friday, December 18, 2015 port’s greenhouse gas emissions by 34 per- Cavaliers team remembers the basketball star Mr. RYAN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, I rise cent from 1990 levels. He worked to extend as a ‘‘talented, unselfish, and versatile player today to thank our legislative counsel for all BART to SFO, built new parking garages and and person that earned the respect of every- their help over the past few weeks, starting the Air Train people mover. During his tenure one around him.’’ The Suns described Mr. Wil- with Sandra Strokoff and Ed Grossman. the airport added 25 new international carriers liams as a ‘‘humble and gracious man, willing I also want to thank all the senior and as- and currently serves nearly 50 million pas- to share his time and fun-loving nature with sistant counsels for their hard work: Tom Cas- sengers a year. He opened the first LEED anyone.’’ sidy, Ryan Greenlaw, and Justin Gross on ap- Gold airport terminal in the world, and has Mr. Williams may have lost his fight to can- propriations; Henry Christrup, Wade Ballou, maintained SFO’s leadership in safety and se- cer but his spirit will remain a part of the Sor- and Scott Probst on taxes; Paul Callen, Mar- curity practices. He created a culture of health rento community. Stories like his will show shall Barksdale, and Veena Srinivasa on and wellness among employees and provided generations of Americans the impact of gen- housing and financial services; Hallet unique guest services, making SFO the top uine personality and hard work. Brazelton, Megan Chasnoff, and Susan concession revenue producer per passenger Mr. Speaker, I celebrate the life and legacy Fleishman on the 9/11 VCF and immigration; in the U.S. of Mr. Williams, a beloved father and example Jessica Shapiro, Warren Burke, Ed Grossman, Mr. Speaker, I ask the entire House of Rep- to aspiring athletes everywhere. Jesse Cross, and Michelle Vanek on the WTC resentatives to join me in honoring John L. f health program; Bob Weinhagen on budget; Martin for his extraordinary leadership of San MILITARY CONSTRUCTION AND Lucy Goss on social security; Hank Savage on Francisco International Airport, for the superb VETERANS AFFAIRS AND RE- oceans and coastal security; and Tony contributions he has made and the challenges LATED AGENCIES APPROPRIA- Sciascia and Hadley Ross on intelligence. he met over two decades. Today’s SFO is a TIONS ACT, 2016 Then there are the drafters who worked masterpiece of vision for the 21st century and nights and weekends to produce all the other I think John Martin is a national treasure. SPEECH OF major legislation: Curt Haensel, Rosemary f Gallagher, Tom Dillon, Karen Anderson, Tim HON. THOMAS MacARTHUR HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY Brown, Sally Walker, Brady Young, and Chris OF NEW JERSEY OF JOHN ‘‘HOT ROD’’ WILLIAMS Osborne on the highway bill; Sherry Chriss, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Greg Kostka, Hadley Ross, Tony Sciascia, Thursday, December 17, 2015 and Mark Synnes on the defense bill; Susan HON. CEDRIC L. RICHMOND Fleishman, Anna Shpak, and Brendan Galla- OF LOUISIANA Mr. MACARTHUR. Mr. Speaker, I was dis- gher on the education bill; and Sandy Strokoff, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES appointed to see there was no language in the Omnibus to delay the implementation of the Mark Synnes, and Mat Eckstein on trade and Friday, December 18, 2015 customs bills. Department of Labor’s fiduciary proposal and Finally I want to thank all the office’s sup- Mr. RICHMOND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today allow the bipartisan proposal in the House to port staff: Nancy McNeillie, Debby Birch, Kelly to honor the life of John ‘‘Hot Rod’’ Williams, codify a workable fiduciary that would truly Meryweather, Elonda Rich, Tomas Contreras, a prolific professional basketball player and protect savers. Miekl Joyner, Ashley Anderson, Joe Birch, Louisiana native. Mr. Williams passed away The Department of Labor’s (DOL) proposed Angelina Patton, Craig Sterkx, Tom on December 11, 2015, at the age of 53. fiduciary standard is a well-intentioned but Meryweather, and Matthew Loggie. Mr. Williams was born on August 9, 1962 in poorly conceived proposal. I’ve expressed f Sorrento, Louisiana. His family gave him the concern with a number of issues in the pro- nickname Hot Rod for the engine-like sounds posal in the past but I’d like to focus on the TRIBUTE IN HONOR OF JOHN L. he made when he moved about as a baby. As Department of Labor’s legal authority over MARTIN a rising athlete, he played basketball at St. IRAs in my comments today. Amant High School before signing with Tulane Congress explicitly designated employer- HON. ANNA G. ESHOO University. sponsored plans to the fiduciary standard OF CALIFORNIA While playing at Tulane, Mr. Williams was a under ERISA. Congress also explicitly des- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES three-time All-Metro Conference selection, ignated IRAs to be governed by the Internal averaging 16 points and seven rebounds. As Revenue Code’s prohibited transaction rules. Friday, December 18, 2015 a junior in 1984, Mr. Williams was the Metro DOL is simply not legally permitted to exert Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Conference Player of the Year. Mr. Williams jurisdiction over IRA rollovers and to apply a honor the extraordinary leadership of John remains fourth in Tulane’s career scoring with fiduciary standard to IRAs without Congres- Martin and wish him every blessing in retire- 1,841 points and second in 20-point games sional approval. Congress has amended ment as he steps down in 2016 from a distin- with 36. ERISA and the tax code multiple times and guished career. In 1986, Mr. Williams joined the Cleveland has chosen repeatedly not to make this John Martin has served as the leader of our Cavaliers where he was named to the All- change. It is not legally permissible for an nation’s seventh busiest airport, San Francisco Rookie team for the 1986–87 season. He unelected bureaucrat from DOL to make that International (SFO) for two decades. It has would spend his first nine NBA seasons with decision for the Congress, and the people been my pleasure and good fortune to have the Cavaliers, averaging 11 points and 6.8 re- we’ve been elected to represent back home. worked cooperatively with him throughout his bounds for his career. Mr. Williams was a cen- There are already a number of federal career at SFO and I consider it a privilege to tral figure for the 1988–89 Cavaliers team, agencies that do have the authority to regulate know him and call him my friend. which went 57–25 during the regular season, financial transactions over individual IRAs, John Martin served for 15 years as Deputy where Michael Jordan’s famous last-second namely the SEC and FINRA. SEC and FINRA Airport Director for Business and Finance at jump shot in Game 5 eliminated them in the have a demonstrated record of education and SFO and was appointed Airport Director in first-round series. Mr. Williams concluded his enforcement to minimize any conflicts and

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:27 Dec 19, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18DE8.001 E18DEPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1824 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 18, 2015 punish advisors who violate those standards. board felt were most deserving of my congres- Founder of the Latin Chamber of Commerce When advisors act against their clients’ inter- sional nomination. and Victoria Napoles-Earl, Senior Executive ests, they should and will be punished. It is I have benefitted greatly from Colonel Vice President of the Latin Chamber of Com- unreasonable to place a prohibitive regime Candelori’s expertise, discernment, dedication, merce for over thirty years of service to the across an entire industry of professionals and desire that our armed services receive Hispanic business community and Nevada’s working in their client’s best interest, rather only the best, bravest and brightest officer ap- Hispanic youth. For decades, the Latin Cham- than punish those who violate it. plicants. And so, too, has the United States ber of Commerce has helped hundreds of Ne- Former head of the Employee Benefits Se- military. vadans and their families achieve the Amer- curity Administration (‘‘EBSA’’) Brad Campbell, Having served for 32 years in the United ican Dream thanks to Otto and Victoria’s lead- the Department agency promulgating this reg- States Marine Corps and the reserves—a ten- ership and mentorship. Otto and Victoria have ulation, testified at a recent hearing, ‘‘This is a ure that overlapped with his time on our Serv- spearheaded incredible programs that promote significant departure from the Department’s ice Academy Board—Colonel Candelori relied leadership, entrepreneurship and education. traditional view of its authority regarding the on his knowledge and judgement, as well as They have also encouraged Latino youth to application of the prohibited transaction rules years of military training, to help identify young pursue college and developed a strong schol- applicants best suited to become America’s to IRAs, in that it is attempting to leverage this arship program that continues to help our stu- next generation of military leaders. With honor, authority to establish a fiduciary standard of dents complete their studies. I join all Nevad- integrity, courage and dedication, Colonel care the statute does not provide. ans in saying thank you for your hard work Candelori easily embodies the Marine Corps ‘‘Testimony identifying a large number of and dedication towards helping small busi- motto ‘‘Semper Fi’’—proving to be ‘‘always significant technical problems with the Pro- faithful’’ to the United States of America, his nesses grow and assisting our students with posal, are a direct result of the Department’s fellow Marines, and all members of our armed achieving their higher education goals. Mr. unfamiliarity with the IRA marketplace and forces. Speaker, I commend Otto and Victoria on their with the role of other regulators in governing If you knew Colonel Candelori personally, outstanding service to Nevada and wish them financial advice provided to IRAs. The Depart- you would know that his dedication to his the best of luck on their future endeavors. I ment is trying to force a square peg into a community and his commitment to public serv- hope the Latin Chamber of Commerce will round hole by asserting that the ERISA fidu- ice is evident beyond his military career. For continue to benefit our communities for many ciary standards can and should apply to IRAs many years Colonel Candelori was a member years to come. in addition to the existing regulatory regimes of the Hamilton Township Planning Board and f already in place.’’ the Hamilton Township Development Review CONGRATULATING UNIVERSITY OF I am a strong supporter of a best interest Advisory Board. His positive impact in many ALABAMA RUNNING BACK DER- standard to protect our constituents when they local and state volunteer and/or civic organiza- RICK HENRY FOR WINNING THE receive advice on IRAs, but this proposal is tions resulted in his designation as a Point of 2015 HEISMAN TROPHY based on doubtful legal authority and is un- Light by President George H. W. Bush. Colo- workable in practice. It will lead to our nation’s nel Candelori was also named a recipient of most vulnerable savers receiving no financial the U.S. Secretary of Energy’s Community HON. ANDER CRENSHAW advice at all, at a time when they need it Service Award and the Enrico Fermi Federa- OF FLORIDA most. tion Achievement Award. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Again, I appreciate the DOL’s intentions in Colonel Candelori’s leadership is recognized Friday, December 18, 2015 promulgating these regulations but I believe internationally as he was knighted with the title they are out of their area of expertise and it of Cavaliere in the Order of Solidarity by the Mr. CRENSHAW. Mr. Speaker, I rise today is reflected in the quality of the proposal. I government of Italy. He served as president of to congratulate University of Alabama Running hope the DOL plans to work with Congress as the Societa Cavalieri d’Italia and is a past Back Derrick Henry for winning the 2015 we progress on our bipartisan best interest trustee of the Italian-American National Hall of Heisman Trophy and to honor his hard work standard that will be codified into law, rather Fame and a past president of the Enrico on and off the football field. than continue to attempt to overstretch the au- Fermi Federation. Derrick Henry was born and raised in Yulee, thority given to them by the Congress. Con- Mr. Speaker, to say that Colonel Angelo Florida, located in the Fourth Congressional gress will continue to protect our constituents’ Candelori is a patriot and a gentleman would District of Florida. This small Nassau County best interests and assert our authority over the be an understatement. He is a community town of about 11,500 people is named after issue. leader who has advanced the common good, Senator David Levy Yulee, the first Jewish and a remarkable, dedicated husband and fa- f Member in the United States Senate. Accept- ther. Colonel Candelori and his wife, Elaine, ing the award in our country’s most populous ANGELO CANDELORI: A LIFETIME have been married for over 55 years. The city—New York—Derrick Henry suddenly be- OF OUTSTANDING PUBLIC SERV- Candelori’s first started dating when Elaine came Yulee’s most notable person. ICE was in 8th grade and the Colonel was a fresh- Back home in Yulee, however, it was just man. Fast-forward to today and now they are another day in the life of Derrick Henry. He HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH the proud parents of four—David, Eric, Aliza has always been extraordinary. Born to teen- OF NEW JERSEY and Matthew; the grandparents of eleven; and age parents, Derrick Henry, Sr., and Stacy the great-grandparents of two. What an endur- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Veal, Derrick was raised in a large family ing legacy of love and devotion and goodness. headed by his grandmother Gladys Henry, Friday, December 18, 2015 This year, as he steps down from his more who gave him his nickname Shocka. Derrick’s Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I than three decades of assisting in the vetting family instilled in him a strong work ethic and take this opportunity to express my profound and selection of military academy nominees, I inspired him to run for his dream of playing gratitude and deep appreciation for the leader- ask my colleagues in the House of Represent- football and one day winning the Heisman ship and commitment of one of New Jersey’s atives to join me in honoring Colonel Angelo Trophy. most dedicated public servants, Colonel An- Candelori for his dedicated service to the citi- Today, at 6 foot 3, 242 pounds, Derrick is gelo Candelori. zens of New Jersey and to our country. a force to be reckoned with on the gridiron. He For over 30 years, Colonel Candelori has f has handled his new-found fame with humble- volunteered countless hours and offered ex- HONORING OTTO MERIDA AND VIC- ness and humility and with the same strong ceptional guidance and insights as a member TORIA NAPOLES-EARL ON MANY faith in God that was taught to him by his of the Fourth Congressional District’s Service YEARS LEADING THE LATIN grandmother and his family. At Yulee High Academy Nominations Board—a task he has CHAMBER OF COMMERCE School, they have a program that pairs special taken most seriously and accomplished with needs students with classmates. It is called great success. Year after year, Colonel Hornet Buddies, and Jake Martin, who was Candelori has ‘‘sweat the details,’’ tenaciously HON. CRESENT HARDY born with Down syndrome, was Derrick’s OF NEVADA poring over the applications of prospective buddy. Derrick taught Jake how to play foot- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Service Academy nominees. With great scru- ball and in the final game of the Hornets’ sea- tiny and wisdom he has interviewed every Friday, December 18, 2015 son, Jake lined up at running back. He made young man and woman, recommending only Mr. HARDY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to two carries—both for negative yardage—but those whom he and his two colleagues on the honor Otto Merida, President, CEO and he was in the game. Derrick’s football career

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Equally disturbing are downs on 48 carries. In his final high-school Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the reports of violence against Muslim Ameri- game, on November 16, 2012, Derrick Henry recognize Julia Marie Donovan on the occa- cans and their places of worship. Hate speech rushed for an incredible 52 yard touchdown sion of her ninetieth birthday this month. has always characterized darker periods of run. With this touchdown run, Derrick Henry Mrs. Donovan, or June, as she is referred to our history and these episodes will be similarly broke the legendary Ken Hall’s career rushing by her many friends, was born on December judged. high school record for most career rushing 30, 1925, the oldest child of the O’Brien family Just recently, on the 150th anniversary of of North Cambridge. The daughter of Irish im- the U.S. Constitution’s 13th Amendment abol- yards, a title Hall had held for 59 years. migrants, June recounts that as children she, ishing slavery, President Obama gave a Coached by Bobby Ramsay at Yulee High her two younger siblings, Cornelius and Rita, poignant speech in which he described the School, Derrick finished his high school career and her parents were a very close knit family. long struggle that ended slavery, and the bat- with 12,124 rushing yards. He was awarded After losing her father at the age of thirteen, tle for civil rights and basic freedoms that fol- the Florida Times Union Offensive and Super at the height of the Great Depression, June lowed. 24 Player of the Year, Florida’s Mr. Football, became even more involved with helping her The victories won by previous generations and Parade Magazine’s All-American Player of mother. However, her mother insisted that she of enlightened Americans have had far-reach- the Year. still finish her studies and just as the United ing effects. However, discrimination remains States was entering the Second World War, prevalent and has manifested itself in an at- None of these awards and accolades were June graduated from St. Mary’s in Cambridge. tack on religious freedom. shocking to Coach Ramsay, Derrick’s middle Upon her graduation, June entered the During his speech, President Obama re- school coach and longtime mentor J.T. Med- workforce. She began working in Boston for marked, ‘‘We betray the efforts of the past if ley, or the entire Yulee community. They have the New Haven Railroad. As so many other we fail to push back against bigotry in all its always known Derrick as a quiet, polite, hard- young women were doing at the time, she forms.’’ And he’s right—we have an obligation working young man both in the classroom and took over the desk of a young man who had to our nation, itself a protest against oppres- on the field. It does not come as a surprise to gone to war. She remained there for the dura- sion, to speak up for the freedoms and safety his teachers that Derrick will complete his de- tion of the war, knowing all the while that she of our friends and neighbors. President Obama also said, ‘‘Our freedom is gree at Alabama and graduate this spring. Fin- would be expected to leave upon the return of the American servicemen. After three years, bound up with the freedom of others—regard- ishing what he starts is what Derrick Henry the soldier whose desk she had occupied fi- less of what they look like or where they come does. nally did return. Upon their meeting, he imme- from or what their last name is or what faith Leading up to winning the Heisman Trophy, diately asked if he could call her. His name they practice.’’ In the United States, this notion Derrick Henry gained ground on the competi- was William Donovan, and they were married is fundamental and an important part of what tion in each game Alabama played this past for over sixty years. distinguishes us from many other countries. year. Along the way Derrick won the 2015 Bill and June raised their sons Francis, Wil- The Muslim Educational Trust Community SEC Offensive Player of the Year Award, and liam, James, Dennis, and Kevin in Hingham, Center will continue to open its doors to all of his 1,986 yards rushing broke Herschel Walk- Massachusetts, and their happy home was al- its neighbors, enlightening minds and building bridges of friendship among Muslim and non- er’s 1982 single-season SEC rushing record ways open to the many friends who dropped by constantly. After moving to Cape Cod, they Muslim Oregonians. I am pleased to extend by four yards. He also won the Maxwell Award still had visitors often—including their ten my congratulations and pledge support against as college’s most valuable player and the grandchildren and many nieces and nephews bigotry in all its forms. Doak Walker Award as the top running back. who have continued to enjoy their many beach f At Alabama, Derrick holds the school’s days at Nana and Poppy’s. It is surrounded by MILITARY CONSTRUCTION AND record for most consecutive games with a this large, loving family that June will celebrate VETERANS AFFAIRS AND RE- her birthday at the end of this month. touchdown and tied former Heisman Trophy LATED AGENCIES APPROPRIA- Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor Julia recipient University of Florida’s Quarterback TIONS ACT, 2016 Tim Tebow’s SEC mark of 14 straight games Marie Donovan on this joyous occasion. I ask that my colleagues join me in wishing her with a touchdown score in the November 2015 SPEECH OF many more years of happiness. game against Mississippi State. Tim Tebow is HON. TERRI A. SEWELL also from Florida’s Fourth Congressional Dis- f OF ALABAMA trict. OPENING OF THE MUSLIM EDU- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CATION TRUST CENTER, TIGARD, A role model not only to football fans every- Thursday, December 17, 2015 where but especially to his supportive commu- OREGON Ms. SEWELL of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, nity in Yulee, Florida, Derrick Henry is a re- today I rise in support of the Omnibus Appro- spected leader on the football field and in life. HON. SUZANNE BONAMICI priations bill. After a thoughtful and thorough He has always put team before self and his OF OREGON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES review, I have decided to vote in favor of the generous spirit and infectious smile make Der- Omnibus Appropriations bill. I have reserva- rick Henry a local hero. I send my heartfelt Friday, December 18, 2015 tions about several provisions in the bill, but congratulations and best wishes to Derrick Ms. BONAMICI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in ultimately I believe that the good contained in and his family and friends. recognition of the grand opening of the Muslim this bill outweighs the bad. My vote was cast Mr. Speaker, I ask you and Members of Educational Trust Community Center in my in favor of keeping the government operating Congress to join me in congratulating Derrick district. and to continue to make critical investments Henry on winning college football’s most cov- I recently had the honor of attending the agency programs that benefit all Americans. I ceremony and thanking Wajdi Said and the also firmly believe that we cannot afford an- eted and prestigious award, the Heisman Tro- Muslim Educational Trust Center’s Board of other shutdown and this bill provides the Fed- phy. In addition, I must note to all college and Directors for their leadership and hard work to eral Government with funding through Sep- high school football players, if you want the establish this important Community Center. tember 30, 2016. best chance of winning the Heisman Trophy Now more than ever, our country needs or- The omnibus provides much needed in- . . . move to the Fourth Congressional District ganizations like the Muslim Educational Trust, creases for a broad range of education pro- of Florida . . . home of two Heisman Trophy whose work for the betterment of society— grams including Head Start, Title I grants, aid winners in the last ten years. through education, cooperation, tolerance, and to HBCUs, the TRIO and GEAR UP programs,

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Furthermore, Historically Black Colleges and economy even though it was thriving and Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join Universities (HBCUs), and other minority serv- growing at twice the rate of the rest of the me in congratulating Stan on his remarkable ing institutions are set to receive an additional economy. PSC organized the various busi- tenure as president and CEO of PSC. We $40 million in funding. HBCUs have created nesses and service providers so that they wish him well in the next chapter of his life and fostered a generation of African-American could become more effective in supporting the and thank him for his tireless efforts on behalf professionals, and still play a vital role in edu- growth of the businesses while delivering bet- of the federal government and the professional cating our youth. My district is home to some ter and more cost-effective services to the fed- services industry. of the most prominent HBCUs in the Country, eral government. f and as a Vice Chair of the Bipartisan Con- In January, 2001, Stan assumed the presi- gressional HBCU Caucus, securing adequate dency of PSC. His knowledge and expertise in HONORING FORT OSAGE HIGH funding for these institutions is critically impor- public policy, public affairs, and acquisition re- SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM tant to me. form have been instrumental in shaping PSC I am also pleased that this bill provides into an essential partner with the federal gov- HON. SAM GRAVES funding through the Department of the Interior ernment. Following the merger of PSC and the OF MISSOURI that will be used to preserve historic civil sites. Contract Services Association of America, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The struggle for civil and voting rights is an in- PSC became a single, unified voice rep- Friday, December 18, 2015 tegral part of American history. Our district is resenting the range and diversity of the gov- known as the civil rights district, and we have ernment services sector. PSC currently has Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I the potential to benefit from this competitive nearly 400 member companies that provide proudly pause to recognize the Fort Osage grant process. I fought to secure two amend- federal agencies with services in a multitude High School football team. This is a group of ments that made this funding possible in order of areas including information technology, en- very special young men who have exemplified to preserve important civil rights sites for fu- gineering, logistics, facilities management, op- the finest qualities of teamwork, devotion and ture generations. erations and maintenance, consulting, inter- sportsmanship by taking an active part in the The bill includes many increases in pro- national development, scientific, social, envi- classroom and on the field. These Indians re- grams that are critical to improving access to ronmental services, and others. Together, the lentlessly pursued their goal and were re- quality health care and innovative medical re- trade association’s members employ hundreds warded with their first state football title in search. I am particularly pleased to see a of thousands of Americans in all 50 states. school history. much needed increase in funding for the Na- Before joining PSC, Stan served as the dep- The Fort Osage Indians defeated tional Institutes of Health (NIH) and the Na- uty undersecretary of Defense, and concur- Chaminade 63–28 in the Missouri Class 5 tional Science Foundation (NSF). These in- rently as the director of Secretary of Defense Championship. Senior Skylar Thompson man- vestments in research are essential to pro- William Cohen’s Defense Reform Initiative. In aged to score an astounding seven times. viding long-term stability for our research com- recognition of his expertise and leadership, he This capped an outstanding season for munities in Birmingham and across the state. was awarded the Secretary of Defense Med- Thompson, who was awarded the Thomas A. The package recognizes that HIV and Hepa- als for Outstanding and Distinguished Public Simone Award as the best high school football titis should be a priority by reinvesting in the Service. In addition, Stan was confirmed by player in the Kansas City area. The work and Health Resources and Services Administration the United States Senate in 2007 to serve a effort these young men have persevered (HRSA) and the Centers for Disease Control 5 year term on the board of directors of the through over the years has not only earned and Prevention (CDC). As the mental health Corporation for National and Community Serv- them numerous honors on and off the field, crisis becomes more urgent, the deal’s in- ice, the federal agency that oversees national but also the respect of their families, class- creased funding for the Substance Abuse and service programs including Americorps and mates, and community. Mental Health Services Agency (SAMHSA) is VISTA. Stan is a principal of the Partnership Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in a welcome sign of progress for the mental for Public Service, and a member of the Exec- commending the Fort Osage High School foot- health community. utive Advisory Board of the National Contract ball team for their accomplishments on the There is an urgent need to address racial Management Association, where he is also a field and for their efforts put forth in achieving health disparities in Alabama’s 7th Congres- fellow. the highest distinction of Missouri Class Five sional District, and I am pleased this bill rec- A nationally recognized expert, Stan writes state champions. ognizes that need. By funding Racial and Eth- regular columns for Washington Technology f nic Approaches to Community Health magazine and the Washington Business Jour- MILITARY CONSTRUCTION AND (REACH), Congress has made an investment nal. In addition, he has been a contributing au- VETERANS AFFAIRS AND RE- to help eliminate health disparities across a thor for books published by Harvard Law LATED AGENCIES APPROPRIA- range of diseases, including heart disease, di- School, the University of Pennsylvania, Cam- TIONS ACT, 2016 abetes, and obesity. bridge University, and the IMB Center for the Business of Government. Stan was also a pro- This is not a perfect bill, but I am proud that SPEECH OF both sides of the aisle were able to work out ducer of the critically acclaimed PBS series a compromise that benefits our nation, and ‘‘Great Confrontations at the Oxford Union.’’ HON. LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD helps us continue to grow. Stan has received numerous awards and OF CALIFORNIA f accolades in recognition of his talents and ac- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES complishments. These honors include the Thursday, December 17, 2015 RECOGNIZING STAN SOLOWAY ON 2013 Herbert Roback Award, being named the HIS TENURE AS PRESIDENT/CEO 2013 Industry Executive of the Year by Gov- Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Mr. Speaker, I rise OF THE PROFESSIONAL SERV- ernment Computer News and 1105 Media. In in opposition to this tax bill, which is unpaid for ICES COUNCIL addition, the Washington Business Journal and adds more than $600 billion to the deficit, named Stan to its Power 100 as one of the primarily to benefit corporations at the ex- HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY most influential business leaders in Wash- pense of working families. In the future, to ad- OF VIRGINIA ington in 2012 and 2013, and he was named dress the revenue loss in this bill will require IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES one of the most influential leaders in U.S. de- reduced funding for education, health care, fense by Defense News and Gannett Media. and job training programs essential to improv- Friday, December 18, 2015 He is also a two time winner of the Federal ing the lives of hardworking Americans. This is Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- 100 award. completely unacceptable. ognize my friend, Mr. Stan Soloway, as he Northern Virginia is a vibrant region where While there are some positive elements in prepares to step down from his 15 year tenure so many are genuinely experts in technology, this bill, including making the Child Tax Credit as president and CEO of the Professional government services, and public policy. and the Earned Income Tax Credit permanent, Services Council (PSC.) Among this group of esteemed professionals, the bill does not allow the Child Tax Credit to

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:27 Dec 19, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K18DE8.009 E18DEPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 18, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1827 keep pace with inflation, which means the tax ment schedules to ensure the provided fund- than the request, and $1.5 million more than credit will be worth less and less as the years ing is sufficient to pay all claims. FY2015. go by. In addition, Title IV creates a fund, modeled 1.3% pay raise for military personnel as pro- Mr. Speaker, the tax provisions in this bill along the lines of the ‘‘Victim of the Terror posed in the budget request and included in don’t do enough to help families make ends Fund’’ I proposed in H. Res. 528, to com- the FY2016 National Defense Authorization meet, and will force us to underfund programs pensate U.S. victims of terrorism who either Act. that Americans need to educate their children, hold a final judgment issued against a state $26.7 million for the Defense Suicide Pre- keep their families healthy, and provide for sponsor of terrorism under the terrorism ex- vention Office, the same as the House bill, their families’ future and well-being. I will vote ception to the Foreign Sovereign Immunities $20 million more than requested. against this bill because it is a bad deal for Act, or were taken hostage (or are a spouse $25 million for STARBASE, a STEM edu- American families. or child of someone who was taken hostage) cation program for fifth graders, the same as f from the U.S. Embassy in Tehran, Iran in the House bill, $25 million more than the re- 1979. quest, and the same as FY2015. MILITARY CONSTRUCTION AND This program is funded with an initial alloca- ENERGY AND WATER DEVELOPMENT, AND RELATED VETERANS AFFAIRS AND RE- tion of $1.025 billion and will be augmented in AGENCIES LATED AGENCIES APPROPRIA- future years through criminal and civil pen- $2.1 billion for Energy Efficiency & Renew- TIONS ACT, 2016 alties levied against state sponsors of ter- able Energy, which is $404 million more than rorism and their co-conspirators. the 2015 enacted level. SPEECH OF Mr. Speaker, the Omnibus provides in- $6.0 billion for the Army Corps of Engineers, HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE creases in funding for several programs that I which is $350 million more than the 2015 en- OF TEXAS have strongly supported and fought for acted level. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES throughout my tenure in Congress. $1.3 billion for water resources projects Let me list just a few of the more important within the Department of Interior, which is Thursday, December 17, 2015 ones. $135 million more than the 2015 enacted Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to AGRICULTURE AND RELATED AGENCIES level. speak on the underlying bill, H.R. 2029, the $6.350 billion for Special Supplemental Nu- $206 million for activities to modernize the ‘‘Omnibus Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year trition Program for Women, Infants, and Chil- electricity grid, which is $19 million more than 2014.’’ dren (WIC), an amount sufficient to meet ex- the House bill and $59 million than the I want to thank Chairman ROGERS and pected need in Fiscal Year 2016. FY2015 enacted level. Ranking Member LOWEY for their constructive COMMERCE, JUSTICE, SCIENCE, AND RELATED AGENCIES $6.2 billion for environmental cleanup activi- work in fashioning this bipartisan and bi- $19.3 billion for NASA, which is $1.27 billion ties, which is $309 million more than the cameral legislation to fund the government for more than the 2015 enacted level. House bill and $337 million more than the the remainder of Fiscal Year 2016. $347 million for Byrne-JAG grants, which is FY2015 enacted level. The bill before us is not perfect—far from $14.7 million above the 2015 enacted level The Omnibus eliminates the majority of rid- it—but it is a modest and positive step toward and $2 million more than the House bill. ers proposed in the House bill, including those preventing Republicans from shutting down $212 million for the Community Oriented related to Waters of the United States, guns the government again and manufacturing cri- Policing Services (COPS) Program. Within this on Corps lands, Clean Water Act agriculture ses that only harm our economy, destroy jobs, funding, $187 million is for the hiring of law exemptions and ceiling fan standards. and weaken our middle class. enforcement, which is $7 million above the FY FINANCIAL SERVICES AND GENERAL GOVERNMENT As with any compromise there are some 2015 level and $187 million above the House $871 million for the Small Business Admin- things in the agreement that I support and bill which eliminated this funding. istration (SBA), which is $16.6 million less some things that I do not. $480 million for Violence Against Women than the 2015 enacted level (as a result of re- The bill provides a total of $1.067 trillion for Prevention and Prosecution Programs, which duced loan subsidy costs) and $18.5 million the operation of the federal government, a is $50 more than the 2015 enacted level. higher than the House-passed level. substantial and necessary increase of $80 bil- $270.2 million for Juvenile Justice, which is $729.8 million for the District of Columbia, lion in sequestration relief. $18.7 million more than the FY 2015 level and which is $50.3 million more than the 2015 en- The bill contains all 12 regular appropria- $83.7 million above the House bill. acted level and $51.8 million more than the tions bills for fiscal year 2016, with no area of $385 million for the Legal Services Corpora- House-passed level. the government functioning under a Con- tion, which is $10 million more than FY 2015 $6.8 billion for the Judiciary, which is $80 tinuing Resolution, thus allowing every pro- level and $85 million above the House bill. million more than the 2015 enacted level. gram to be considered on its own merits and $7.46 billion for the National Science Foun- The Omnibus eliminates the majority of rid- prioritized, rather than be subject to arbitrary dation (NSF), which is $119.3 million more ers proposed in the House including those across the board cuts. than FY 2015 and $69.3 million above the prohibiting funds: to subsidize abortion serv- Mr. Speaker, let me say at the outset that House bill. ices in connection with a multi-state plan of- I am very pleased that Section 208 of the Om- $2.57 billion overall for total State and Local fered under the Affordable Care Act ex- nibus (Division N) incorporates the Jackson Law Enforcement Activities, which is $246.2 changes negotiated by OPM; to implement the Lee Amendment to Cybersecurity Act of 2015, million above the FY 2015 level and $405.7 Affordable Care Act (ACA) individual mandate which creates a voluntary cybersecurity infor- million more than the House bill; and and prohibiting HHS transfers to IRS for ACA mation sharing process that will encourage $1.37 billion for the Census Bureau, which implementation; implement the net neutrality public and private sector entities to share is $378.3 million more than the House bill, in- order until the current court cases are re- cyber threat information, without legal barriers cluding funding to help ensure an efficient solved; and to travel to Cuba for educational and the threat of unfounded litigation—while 2020 Census utilizing innovative and cost-ef- exchanges not involving academic study pur- protecting private information. fective enumeration practices. suant to a degree program. The Jackson Lee Amendment incorporated The bill rejects House proposals to prohibit HOMELAND SECURITY in the Cybersecurity Act and included in the the Department of Justice from using funds to $13.03 billion for U.S. Customs and Border Omnibus also includes provisions to improve challenge state immigration laws or awarding Protection, which is $451 million more than federal network and information system secu- grants to ‘‘sanctuary’’ cities; or to defend the the FY2015 enacted level and $59 million less rity, provide assessments on the federal cy- Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) than the House level. bersecurity workforce, and provide reporting policy in the pending court case. $4.93 billion for the Transportation Security and strategies on cybersecurity industry-re- DEFENSE Administration, which is $225.8 million less lated and criminal-related matters. $288.3 million for sexual assault prevention than the 2013 enacted level. I also strongly support the James Zadroga and response programs, $5 million more than $7.44 billion for the Transportation Security 9/11 Victim Compensation Fund Reauthoriza- the House bill and $25 million more than the Administration, which is $211.3 million more tion contained in Title IV of Division O, which request. than the FY2015 enacted level and $207.5 reauthorizes the 9/11 Victims Compensation $125 million for Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) million more than the House level. Fund for an additional five years, provides an and Psychological Health research. $923.8 million for Cybersecurity and Com- additional $4.6 billion to fully fund the VCF; $282 million for cancer research, roughly munications, an increase of $27.5 million and makes technical adjustments to VCF pay- the same as the House bill, $407 million more above the 2013 enacted level.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:32 Dec 19, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18DE8.002 E18DEPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1828 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 18, 2015 $4.62 billion for the Federal Emergency gram, which is $86 million more than the 2015 Construction and Maintenance, an amount Management Agency, $268.9 million above enacted level. that is $102 million less than the 2015 enacted the 2015 enacted level. $835 million for Seniors’ Nutrition programs, level. Our diplomats who risk their lives serv- $2.54 billion for State and Local Grants, an which is $20 million more than the 2015 en- ing in dangerous outposts around the world increase of $10 million above the 2015 en- acted level and $14 million more than the deserve all the resources required to keep acted level and $308.6 million more than the House bill. them safe. request. $2.36 billion for Child Care & Development $2.78 billion for Development Assistance $1.93 billion for the U.S. Secret Service, Block Grants, which is $36 million more than (DA), which is $274 million more than the FY which is $267.8 million more than the FY2015 the 2015 enacted level. 2015 level but $218 million. enacted level. $244.7 million for Historically Black Col- $4.32 billion for Economic Support Fund $10.92 billion for the U.S. Coast Guard, leges, $63.3 million for Historically Black Grad- (ESF), which is $428 million less than the FY which is $880 million more i than the FY2015 uate Institutions, and $9.9 million for Predomi- 2015 level. enacted level and $805.9 million more than nantly Black Institutions, a total of more than $1.28 billion for USAID Operating Expenses the House level. $319 million, which represents an increase of (OE), which is $66.6 million more than the FY $100 million for Pre-Disaster Mitigation, about $23 million over the 2015 enacted level. 2015 level. which is $75 million more than the FY2015 en- $56,758,601 for the National Institute on Mi- $5.9 billion in total funding for humanitarian acted level and the House level. nority Health and Health Disparities (NIMHD) assistance accounts, which is $899 million $190 million for Flood Mapping, which is Research Centers in Minority Institutions equal more than the FY 2015 level. $90 million more than the FY2015 enacted to the enacted 2015 level. And the FY 2016 Committee mark and level and the House level. $22.5 billion for Pell Grants, the same as $1.66 billion more than the $50 million in new funding to help state and the 2015 enacted level but $370 million more $410 million for Peace Corps, which is local communities counter violent extremism than the House bill, and which, when com- $30.5 million more than the 2015 Committee and to help state and local law enforcement bined with mandatory funding, will enable the mark and the FY 2015 level and equal to the prepare for and respond to complex, coordi- maximum grant to increase to an estimated Administration’s request. nated terrorist attacks. $5,915, an increase of $140 in the 2016–2017 $8.5 billion for Global Health (GHP), which $100 million in new funding for DHS to ad- school year. is $49.5 million more than the FY 2016 Com- dress cybersecurity vulnerabilities of DHS IT $3.4 billion for the Low-Income Home En- mittee mark and FY 2015 level and $322 mil- systems. ergy Assistance Program (LIHEAP), which is lion more than the Administration’s request. Controversial House riders related to abor- the same as the 2015 enacted level and $25 $575 million for bilateral family planning, tion services and immigration enforcement are million more than the House bill. which is equal to the 2015 enacted level. not included in the bill. $11.9 billion for Special Education state The final agreement does not include a pol- Among the contentious riders not included grants (IDEA), which is $415 million more than icy rider codifying the ‘‘Global Gag Rule,’’ were provisions: the 2015 enacted level and $87 million less which prohibits non-governmental organiza- 1. related to the expanded Deferred Action than the House bill. tions (NGOs) receiving federal funds from pro- for Childhood Arrivals program and the De- $1.6 billion for worker protection agencies at viding women information about certain health ferred Action for Parents of Americans pro- the Department of Labor, which is $3 million services. gram; more than the 2015 enacted level and $39 TRANSPORTATION, AND HOUSING AND URBAN 2. to eliminate ICE’s discretion to release million more than the House bill. DEVELOPMENT, AND RELATED AGENCIES certain categories of detainees from custody, $445 million as an advance appropriation for $16.3 billion for Federal Aviation Administra- except for removal; the Corporation for Public Broadcasting (CPB), tion (FAA), which is $563 million more than 3. intended to prohibit Americans from which is the same as the 2015 enacted level the 2015 enacted level. bringing back merchandise from Cuba; and and the House bill. An increase of $40 million $500 million for National Infrastructure In- 4. prohibiting the award of terrorism pre- is provided for Television Interconnection in vestments (TIGER), which is equal to the paredness grants to states or political subdivi- 2016, which is $40 million more than the 2015 enacted level and $400 million more sions of states that do not permit law enforce- House bill. than the House bill. ment officers to assist or cooperate with the $948 million for Unaccompanied Minor Chil- $2.2 billion for Capital Investment Grants, enforcement of federal immigration law. dren, which is the same as the 2015 enacted which is $57 million more than the 2015 en- INTERIOR, ENVIRONMENT, AND RELATED AGENCIES level and $130 million more than the House acted level and $256 million more than the $4.203 billion for Wildland fires, which rep- bill. House bill. resent the 10-year average of costs. $1.1 billion for the Corporation for National $50 million for Railroad Safety Grants, $25 $4.8 billion for the Indian Health Service, and Community Service (CNCS), which is $40 million for rail infrastructure improvements and which is $165 million more than the 2015 en- million more than the 2015 enacted level and $25 million for positive train control grants. acted level. $407 million more than the House bill. $17.7 billion for Section 8 Tenant Based $450 million is provided for the Land and The Omnibus abandons the futile but waste- Rental Assistance renewals, which is $195 Water Conservation Fund, an increase of ful effort by House Republicans to repeal the million more than the 2015 enacted level. $144 million above the 2015 enacted level. Affordable Care Act. $60 million for HUD-Veterans Affairs Sup- $2.851 billion for the National Park Service, VETERANS AFFAIRS portive Housing (HUD–VASH), which is $15 which is $237 million more than the 2015 en- $71.414 billion in discretionary funding for million below the 2015 enacted level but $60 acted level. Veterans Affairs, which is $6.4 billion more million more than the House bill, and $60 mil- $147.9 million each for the National Endow- than the 2015 enacted level. lion more than the President’s budget request. ment for the Arts and the National Endowment $630.7 million for prosthetic research, which $10.4 billion for Section 8 Project Based for the Humanities, which is $1.9 million more is $41.8 million above the 2015 enacted level. Rental Assistance renewals, which is $885 than the 2015 enacted level and $1.9 million An additional $2.369 billion for the Medical million more than the 2015 enacted level, and more than the House bill. Services account and $105 million for Medical is sufficient to meet expected need based on $2.796 billion for the Bureau of Indian Af- Facilities for fiscal year 2016. updated estimates. fairs, which is $195 million more than the 2015 Of the additional funds included for fiscal $4.5 billion for Public Housing Operating enacted level and $30 million more than the year 2016, $1.5 billion is dedicated for the Fund, which is $60 million more than the 2015 House bill. treatment of Hepatitis C within the VA system, enacted level and $60 million more than the $2.455 billion for the U.S. Forest Service an additional $50 million is included for the House bill. (non-fire), which is $35 million more than the Caregiver Program, and an additional $15 mil- $1.9 billion for Public Housing Capital Fund, 2015 enacted level and $99 million more than lion is included for mobile Vet Centers. which is $25 million more than the 2015 en- the House bill. The Omnibus provides new tools and re- acted level and $219 million more than the LABOR, HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, EDUCATION, AND sources to address the backlog of veterans’ House bill, and $50 million below the Presi- RELATED AGENCIES disability claims by increasing personnel, en- dent’s budget request. $9.26 billion for Head Start, which is $570 hancing training and quality oversight, and $3 billion for Community Development Block million more than the 2015 enacted level, and strengthening accountability. Grants (CDBG), which is equal to the 2015 $14 million more than the House bill. STATE, FOREIGN OPERATIONS, AND RELATED AGENCIES enacted level. $2.7 billion for job training through WIA I would have preferred that the bill provide $110 million for Healthy Homes and Lead Training and Employment Formula Grant pro- more than $2.22 billion for Embassy Security, Hazard Control, which is the same as the

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:27 Dec 19, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18DE8.004 E18DEPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 18, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1829 2015 enacted level and $35 million more than RECOGNIZING THE EL PASO COUN- On Roll Call 702, I would have voted no. (H. the House bill. TY VETERANS ASSISTANCE OF- Res. 566) FICE $300 million for flooding disasters that oc- On Roll Call 703, I would have voted yea. curred in calendar year 2015. (H.R. 2029, amendment 3b) HON. BETO O’ROURKE On Roll Call 704, I would have voted yea. Finally, Mr. Speaker, I am very pleased that OF TEXAS (On approving the Journal) Title III of Division O of the Omnibus keeps IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES faith with the first responders who risked their Friday, December 18, 2015 f lives and sacrificed their health in aid of the fellow human beings who were trapped or per- Mr. O’ROURKE. Mr. Speaker, I am honored PERSONAL EXPLANATION to rise today in recognition of the El Paso ished in the World Trade Center on Sep- County Veterans Assistance Office for their ef- tember 11, 2001. forts in supporting veterans and their depend- HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING Specifically, Title III of Division O includes ents and survivors in my district of El Paso, OF MASSACHUSETTS the James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Com- Texas. The Veterans Assistance Office works IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pensation Reauthorization Act which reauthor- with veterans and their families to overcome Friday, December 18, 2015 izes the World Trade Center Health Program obstacles that may be preventing them from through 2090, establishing annual caps for getting the benefits they need and have Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, on December funding for the first 10 years, then increasing earned. 16, 2015, I missed two recorded votes due to The El Paso County Veterans Assistance the caps to account for inflation in future years a previously scheduled meeting. I would like to Office is certified through the Texas Veterans and allowing the funding to carry over if nec- reflect how I would have voted if I were Commission and provides information to our essary. present: Veterans regarding their eligibility for state and On Roll Call Number 700, I would have Mr. Speaker, as I stated, this bill is not per- federal benefits. The office assists the veteran voted YEA in support of H.R. 4239, the Track- fect, but on balance it is a significant improve- and their family through every step of the pa- ing Foreign Fighters in Terrorist Safe Havens ment over the spending bills considered in the perwork process—from researching eligibility Act. requirements to verifying that the claims are House last year. On Roll Call Number 699, I would have filed correctly. The knowledgeable staff led by voted YEA in support of H.R. 3750, the First Mr. Michael Flores works diligently to stay in- f Responders Passport Act of 2015. formed on the latest legislation and newest These two pieces of legislation will strength- SPANKY’S RIVER STREET KICKS policy in order to best advise veterans and en our national security and deservedly recog- OFF 40TH YEAR IN BUSINESS their families. The Veterans Assistance Office is involved nize first responders who aid a foreign country with many local veteran service organizations following a natural disaster. HON. EARL L. ‘‘BUDDY’’ CARTER and is a recognized voice in our area, regu- larly seen advocating for veterans and raising f OF GEORGIA awareness for veteran issues at different TRIBUTE TO ALVIN BERNARD IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES meetings and events in El Paso. STEWART The El Paso County Veterans Assistance Friday, December 18, 2015 Office is deserving of recognition for their con- tinuous support of our veterans. The office Mr. CARTER of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, it is HON. ROBERT A. BRADY takes the time to explain and walk veterans OF PENNSYLVANIA an honor to join my friend, Ansley Williams, in through the process from start to finish, ensur- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES celebrating the 40th year of business at ing that they are not forgotten. I am proud of Spanky’s River Street in Savannah, Georgia. the work that the El Paso County Veterans Friday, December 18, 2015 Assistance Office does to help veterans. Spanky’s River Street, home of the original Mr. BRADY of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, I chicken finger, began 40 years ago with a f rise to mourn the loss of my dear friend, Al dream hatched by brothers Dusty and Alben PERSONAL EXPLANATION Stewart. Al was a giant of a man with a heart Yarbrough and Ansley Williams, all natives of of pure gold. He was the person everyone in Thomaston, Georgia. They opened the original HON. THEODORE E. DEUTCH his community came to when they needed a Spanky’s restaurant in December 1976 with OF FLORIDA helping hand. He never turned anyone away the idea of selling half-pound burgers and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in their hour of need. He was a friend to ev- pizza. eryone and a true pillar of our community. Friday, December 18, 2015 Culinary history was made when Alben in- Al Stewart was deeply committed to the Mr. DEUTCH. Mr. Speaker, I was absent safety and security of his fellow citizens. He sisted on having a chicken sandwich on the from votes from Tuesday, December 15, 2015 bravely served his country in our Army during menu. The only problem was the bird was big- through Thursday, December 17, 2015, be- the Korean Conflict. He also served in the ger than the bun. To get it to fit, the edges cause I was sitting shiva with my family in ac- Philadelphia Police Department for 25 years, had to be trimmed off. Alben took the trim- cordance with Jewish law following the death including 5 years in the Gang Control Division. mings, tossed them in a special seasoned of my mother Jean Deutch on Friday, Decem- His commitment to our citizens did not end breading, and fried it up to a golden delicious ber 11, 2015. Had I been present I would when he left the Police Department. He treat. Right then and there, the original chick- have voted as follows: moved to the Board of Revision of Taxes en finger was born. On Roll Call 694, I would have voted yea. where he was dedicated to ensuring that our (H. Res. 536) Spanky’s River Street kicked off its 40th seniors and citizens of modest means were On Roll Call 695, I would have voted yea. not unfairly taxed. year in business with a celebration on Decem- (H.R. 2820) ber 16th to acknowledge and honor employ- On Roll Call 696, I would have voted yea. Mr. Speaker, Al Stewart honorably served ees and patrons, past and present. With a (H.R. 4246) the people of Northwest Philadelphia as a staff as friendly as the happy hour and a his- On Roll Call 697, I would have voted yea. community leader and as their City Council- tory wider than the Savannah River, Spanky’s (S. 1090) man. But, his greatest service was as a hus- has been a favorite dining spot for locals and On Roll Call 698, I would have voted yea. band and a father. He deeply loved his late wife Ojetta and was devoted to his children visitors alike. (H.R. 2297) On Roll Call 699, I would have voted yea. Alinda, Shellyn, and Dwayne. Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure today to rec- (H.R. 3750) Al leaves a great legacy behind as he goes ognize Ansley and the Spanky’s family for all On Roll Call 700, I would have voted yea. on to his reward. Those of us who knew him their hard work and dedication to Savannah’s (H.R. 4239) are better off for that privilege. So, I ask all of restaurant community. Congratulations on your On Roll Call 701, I would have voted no. (H. my colleagues in the House to join me in hon- 40th year of business. Res. 566, On ordering the previous question) oring him today.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:27 Dec 19, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18DE8.005 E18DEPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1830 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 18, 2015 RECOGNIZING NOVANT HEALTH a former drug den and 100 year old structure Kirwan served for 12 years as the chancellor FOR ITS COMMITMENT TO that has been restored and transformed into of the University System of Maryland, and I NORTHERN VIRGINIA the community’s nerve center. know that his principled character and edu- Ms. Adams and Walnut Way pushed for the cational capability will be sorely missed. HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY revitalization of North Avenue and the Lindsay It has been my pleasure to work with him over the years in his capacity as chancellor of OF VIRGINIA Heights Community. The blight is now gone, the University System, but long before becom- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES replaced by restored and newly built houses, rain and vegetable gardens and fruit orchards, ing chancellor, Dr. Kirwan first taught mathe- Friday, December 18, 2015 youth trained in urban agriculture, a bee aviary matics over at the University’s College Park Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to harvest and sell honey, a tree nursery to campus. After turns as department chair and to recognize Novant Health for their commit- expand the canopy, and work with police to provost at College Park, as president he had ment to the health and well-being of Northern improve safety. They run an award winning a direct hand in designing the framework for Virginia residents. business called Blue Skies that employs youth the University System of Maryland itself. Novant Health is an integrated network of and others from the community for their land- Dr. Kirwan’s expertise on higher education hospitals, outpatient centers, and physician scaping operation. helped the University System grow to be one practices spanning four states and servicing Sharon has capped off her remarkable of the largest and most respected educational more than 4 million patients annually including urban renewal effort with the completion of institutions in the country. Students and edu- many in Northern Virginia. The Metropolitan The Innovations and Wellness Commons. The cators have thrived under his leadership and area houses two of Novant Health’s fourteen Commons will serve nearly 8000 residents liv- the surrounding Maryland community has ben- health care centers: Novant Health Prince Wil- ing in and surrounding the Lindsay Heights efited from having such a capable and quali- liam Medical Center located in Manassas and neighborhood. Funds for this venture include fied university in its midst. Novant Health Haymarket Medical Center. significant dollars from federal, state and local In fact, Dr. Kirwan’s expertise is recognized Other regional facilities include Novant Health governments, the Zilber Family Foundation, by so many that, in the fall of 2013, he was Cancer Center, two surgery centers, Novant and many others. Nearly 30 jobs were created asked to serve as co-chair of the Senate’s Wound Care & Hyperbaric Medicine, and for low income workers by this project. The Task Force on Federal Regulation of Higher Novant Health Breast Center. Commons include Outpost Natural Foods Education. The resulting report provided clear In 2013, Novant Health provided more than Coop that operates four large organic grocery suggestions aimed at helping colleges and $21 million in charity care and services in stores in the Milwaukee area, the Juice Kitch- universities to prioritize improving the quality Northern Virginia. Novant Health is one of the en, a business operated by experienced entre- of education and readying their students for top 25 integrated health systems in the United preneurs specializing in vegetarian meals all the demands of the 21st century. I want to thank Dr. Kirwan for his committed States and was named a top 50 ‘‘Best Places sited in a setting that allows for holistic ap- and passionate service to the University Sys- for Diverse & Women Managers to Work’’ by proaches to healthy living such as healing cir- tem—his legacy will live on in the accom- Diversity MBA Magazine. cles, fitness classes and meditation. This eco- Showcasing its commitment to active com- nomically distressed area is no longer a food plished faculty and students whom he served munity engagement, Novant Health reaches desert but a haven providing an environment so well. Thank you Brit, and we wish you the beyond the walls of its many health facilities. for healthy living and jobs. best in your retirement. Novant Health actively seeks out community This is Sharon Adams’ second retirement, f health outreach efforts as part of the patient- she left the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee A DAY IN HONOR OF BENJAMIN oriented delivery model. in 2008 as Director of Service Learning to EARL KING One time-tested initiative is as the Hylton head Walnut Way. She helped create other Presents Season Sponsor since the inaugural neighborhood organizations, including the HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL 2010–2011 season, as well as the namesake Lindsay Heights Neighborhood Health Alliance OF NEW YORK of the Novant Health Rehearsal Room. In ad- to reduce health disparities and the Lindsay IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dition to philanthropic support, Novant Health Heights Neighborhood Quality of Life Plan, Friday, December 18, 2015 regularly hosts community and physicians part of the Zilber Neighborhood Initiative, a events at the Hylton Center as a continued $50 million program to revive low-income Mil- Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to supporter of the center and Northern Virginia. waukee neighborhoods in 10 years. celebrate the life, legacy, and work of Ben- Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join Sharon Adams is also the Wisconsin 2010 jamin Earl King; who was a Singer, Record me in recognizing Novant Health as the 5th Social Innovation Prize Award Winner, an Producer and Composer of some of America’s Hylton Center for Performing Arts Anniversary award given to an individual over age 50 who greatest soul music and hit songs such as Gala honoree for its commitment to improving addresses critical social problems. The prize ‘‘Stand By Me’’ & ‘‘Spanish Harlem.’’ He is a the health of Northern Virginia, one person at includes $5,000, as well as, another $5000 to legendary and well known musician. He has a time. be designated by the winner to an organiza- had many accomplishments throughout his en- f tion. tire life. Mr. King was also extremely active in Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize Ms. his charitable foundation, the Stand By Me IN TRIBUTE TO SHARON ADAMS Sharon Adams who leaves a legacy of advo- Foundation, which helps to provide education cacy and compassion. She is a true trailblazer to deserving youths. On Thursday, December HON. GWEN MOORE who has labored to attract investment and 10th, 2015, at Harlem’s historic Interchurch OF WISCONSIN lead the Lindsay Heights Neighborhood to Center at The Riverside Church; The Office of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES prosperity and good health. The citizens of the Congressman CHARLES B. RANGEL, Voza Riv- ers/New Heritage Theatre Group, The Inter- Friday, December 18, 2015 Fourth Congressional District, the State of Wisconsin and the nation have benefited tre- church Center & Harlem Music Fest In Part- Ms. MOORE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mendously from her dedicated service. I am nership With Community Works presents recognize Sharon Adams, a mentor, commu- honored for these reasons to pay tribute to ‘‘Celebrating the Music of Ben E. King,’’ to nity leader, and administrator. She is the Ms. Sharon Adams. memorialize Ben E. King’s contributions to the Founder and Director of Programs for Walnut f Harlem community and beyond. Way Conservation Corp and after 15 years of The celebration featured musical guest per- service transitions from her position on De- THE RETIREMENT OF DR. formances by Rhythm & Blues Legends Chuck cember 21, 2015. WILLIAM ‘‘BRIT’’ KIRWAN Jackson, Maxine Brown, Beverly Crosby, Wild Sharon Adams moved back to Milwaukee in Women featuring (Maxine Brown, Beverly 1997 from New York and found the once-vi- HON. DONNA F. EDWARDS Crosby & Sherryl Marshall) and Soul Vocalist brant Lindsay Heights neighborhood where OF MARYLAND Joe Coleman. The evening culminated in a she grew up lined with boarded-up houses, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES very special musical performance by Al Orlo, trash-filled lots, gangs, prostitution and drugs. who served as Ben E. King’s Lead Guitarist Friday, December 18, 2015 This spurred her and her neighbors to orga- for 25 years and his Musical Director from nize Walnut Way, a grassroots association Ms. EDWARDS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 1996–2015. whose motto is to ‘‘Reclaim, Restore, and Re- honor and to congratulate Dr. William ‘‘Brit’’ From the groundbreaking orchestrated pro- purpose’’. The organization’s headquarters is Kirwan on his well-deserved retirement. Dr. ductions of the Drifters to his own solo hits,

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The resulting diversity of plan structures, phisticated and accessible to pop audiences. 1975 and also reached the pop Top Five. coupled with the complexity of the legal and King’s approach influenced countless smooth While he was unable to duplicate that single’s regulatory framework that applies to church soul singers in his wake, and his records were success, King recorded several more albums plans, has led to the need for this legislation. key forerunners of the Motown sound. for Atlantic up through 1981, and also collabo- The bill would correct several technical issues On September 28, 1938, King was born rated with the Average White Band in 1977 on that are critical to the functioning and oper- under the given name of Benjamin Earl Nel- the album Benny & Us. After leaving Atlantic ation of church plans and the retirement bene- son in Henderson, North Carolina, where he a second time, King toured in a version of the fits they provide. sang with his church choir before the family Drifters beginning in 1982. While the corrections contained in PATH Act moved to Harlem in 1947. In junior high, he In 1986, ‘‘Stand by Me’’ was prominently would be of tremendous help to church plans, began performing with a street corner doo featured in the Rob Reiner film of the same I want to make clear that the bill does not af- wop group called the Four B’s, which won name; re-released as a single, it climbed into fect the definition of ‘‘church plan’’ under the second place in an Apollo Theater talent con- the Top Ten all over again. In its wake, King Internal Revenue Code or Employee Retire- test. While attending high school, he was of- returned to solo recording, issuing albums ment Income Security Act of 1974, ERISA. In fered a chance to join the Moonglows, but was every few years. He also guested on record- particular, no inference is intended by this leg- simply too young and inexperienced to stick. ings by Heaven 17 and Mark Knopfler, among islation regarding the statutory requirements a He subsequently worked at his father’s res- others. King’s 1999 album Shades of Blue (on pension plan must meet to be considered or taurant as a singing waiter, which led to an in- Half Note Records) found him branching out treated as a ‘‘church plan’’ under IRC section vitation to become the baritone singer in a doo into jazz territory, performing with a big band 414(e) of the Internal Revenue Code and sec- wop outfit called the Five Crowns in 1958. The Five Crowns performed several gigs at and guests like Milt Jackson and David ‘‘Fat- tion 3(33) of ERISA, and the bill has no bear- the Apollo Theater along with the Drifters, head’’ Newman. ing on the interpretation of those sections. whose career had begun to flounder in the On March 27, 2012, the Songwriters Hall of Rather, the Church Plan Clarification Act is years since original lead singer Clyde Fame announced that ‘‘Stand By Me’’ would simply about fixing the rules that govern how McPhatter departed. Drifters manager George receive its 2012 Towering Song Award and church plans operate and serve their partici- Treadwell, dissatisfied with the group mem- that King would be honored with the 2012 pants. bers’ unreliability and lack of success, fired Towering Performance Award for his recording f them all in the summer of 1958 and hired the of the song. King toured the United Kingdom in 2013 and played concerts in the United OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL Five Crowns to assume the name of the Drift- DEBT ers. States as late as 2014, despite reported The new Drifters toured for about a year, health problems. Ben E. King died on April 30, playing to hostile audiences who knew they 2015, after a brief illness. King has been cov- HON. MIKE COFFMAN were a completely different group. In early ered by acts from several genres and artist in- OF COLORADO 1959, they went into the studio with producers cluding Shirley Bassey, Tom Jones in 1970 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Sylvester. ‘‘Till I Can’t Get It Anymore’’ Jerry Leiber and Mike Stoller to cut their first Friday, December 18, 2015 records. A song Nelson (still performing under was revisited by peer Ray Charles in 1970 his given name) co-wrote called ‘‘There Goes and ‘‘Spanish Harlem’’ was sung by Aretha Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January My Baby’’ became his first lead vocal, and the Franklin in 1971. ‘‘Stand by Me’’ was covered 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- lush backing arrangement made highly unor- by Otis Redding, John Lennon and Mickey fice, the national debt was thodox (in fact, virtually unheard of) use of a Gilley. King also inspired several rock bands: $10,626,877,048,913.08. string section. ‘‘There Goes My Baby’’ became Siouxsie and the Banshees recorded ‘‘Super- Today, it is $18,788,138,221,346.49. We’ve a massive hit, laying the groundwork for vir- natural Thing’’ in 1981 and Led Zeppelin did a added $8,161,261,172,243.41 to our debt in 6 tually every smooth/uptown soul production cover version of ‘‘Groovin’’, more known under years. This is over $8 trillion in debt our na- that followed. Over the next two years, Nelson the title of ‘‘We’re Gonna Groove.’’ tion, our economy, and our children could sang lead on several other Drifters classics, Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my distin- have avoided with a balanced budget amend- including ‘‘Dance with Me,’’ ‘‘This Magic Mo- guished colleagues join me in recognizing ment. ment,’’ ‘‘Save the Last Dance for Me,’’ and ‘‘I Benjamin E. King, and honoring his truly pio- f neer work, dedication, and great accomplish- Count the Tears.’’ RECOGNIZING GARY BRACKETT ON In 1960, Nelson approached Treadwell ments; worthy of our Nation’s highest artistic THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIRE- about a salary increase and a fairer share of and charitable esteem. He is an example of MENT the group’s royalties. Treadwell rebuffed him someone who used his raw talent to become and Nelson quit the group, at this point as- a legendary figure, and set the groundwork for suming the more memorable stage name Ben many others that followed. HON. ADAM SMITH E. King in preparation for a solo career. Re- f OF WASHINGTON maining on Atlantic, King scored his first solo IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MILITARY CONSTRUCTION AND hit with the stylish, Latin-tinged ballad ‘‘Span- Friday, December 18, 2015 ish Harlem,’’ a Jerry Leiber/Phil Spector com- VETERANS AFFAIRS AND RE- position that hit the Top Ten in early 1961. LATED AGENCIES APPROPRIA- Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I The follow-up, ‘‘Stand by Me,’’ a heartfelt ode TIONS ACT, 2016 rise to honor and congratulate Gary Brackett, to friendship and devotion co-written by King, longtime Business and Political Manager for SPEECH OF became his signature song and an enduring the Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Com- R&B classic; it was also his biggest hit, top- HON. RICHARD E. NEAL merce, on his retirement after nearly four dec- ping the R&B charts and reaching the pop Top OF MASSACHUSETTS ades of service to the Tacoma-Pierce County Five. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES community. King scored a few more chart singles The Puget Sound region is home to a large through 1963, including velvety smooth pop- Thursday, December 17, 2015 number of military personnel, retirees, and soul productions like ‘‘Amor,’’ ‘‘Don’t Play That Mr. NEAL. Mr. Speaker, the Church Plan their families. Over the course of Gary’s 36 Song (You Lied),’’ and the Italian tune ‘‘I (Who Clarification Act addresses several unintended years at the Chamber, his top priority has Have Nothing).’’ In the post-British Invasion consequences resulting from the application of been to advocate for this community in Pierce years, King had a rough go of it on the pop general tax and pension regulations to the County and beyond. When Joint Base Lewis- charts but continued to score R&B hits. 1967’s unique structures of church pension plans. McChord (JBLM)—and other military installa- Southern-fried ‘‘What Is Soul?’’ was one of his Churches and synagogues established some tions—faced drastic cuts to its workforce in re- last singles for Atco before departing the label of the first pension plans in the country, sev- cent years due to federal budget cuts in de- in 1969. eral dating back to the 18th century, and they fense spending, Gary led local efforts to retain

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His diligence and successful was a member of Rotary in the Mid-Cities for see any benefit from this policy. coalition-building helped to minimize the nega- nearly a decade, as well as the City of Fort The Omnibus also contains a rider to delay tive impacts that a reduction in military per- Worth’s Wholesale Water and Wastewater action at the IRS to clarify rules surrounding sonnel would have entailed, including a pro- Customers’ Committee for 28 years. Other or- political activities by nonprofits. It delays ef- jected $1 billion loss in economic activity in ganizations he participated in over the years forts at the SEC to require corporate disclo- the region that could have resulted. include the American Water Works Associa- sure of political spending, a critical step to ad- Throughout his career at the Chamber, Gary tion, American Society of Civil Engineers, and dress the dark money that is influencing our made it a priority to not only interact with local the American Public Works Association. He elections. and state leaders, but to have a presence in also received a Distinguished Service Award The bill continues the prohibition on gun vio- Washington, D.C. as well. He was instru- from the Texas Municipal Utilities Association lence research—known as the Dickey Amend- mental in helping to secure federal funding for in 2009. ment—that our nation’s public health experts the construction of much-needed elementary Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure to recognize strongly oppose. We should be acting with ur- schools at JBLM, local water and sewage the exhaustive efforts Ron has contributed to gency to confront this plague of violence in projects, and other transportation infrastructure the City of Hurst. I ask all of my distinguished our nation, and that includes research into improvements on base. In recognition of his colleagues to join me in recognizing Ron preventing injuries and death. Even former leadership, Gary was asked by Governor Ins- Haynes and his many years of service. Congressman Jay Dickey, who authored the lee to serve on the Washington Military Alli- f amendment, now opposes it, writing in the ance (WMA) where he worked to ensure the Washington Post that ‘‘The same evidence- continued liveliness of Washington’s military MILITARY CONSTRUCTION AND based approach that is saving millions of lives and defense sector community. VETERANS AFFAIRS AND RE- from motor-vehicle crashes, as well as from Gary’s success at building coalitions in- LATED AGENCIES APPROPRIA- smoking, cancer and HIV/AIDS, can help re- cludes his significant role in the development TIONS ACT, 2016 duce the toll of deaths and injuries from gun of an ongoing positive relationship between violence.’’ SPEECH OF JBLM and its surrounding communities. I am troubled by provisions of a cybersecu- Through his work to create the Chamber’s HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN rity authorization that were packaged into this Military Affairs Forum, base commanders and OF MARYLAND bill and believe they deserve a fuller hearing personnel have the opportunity to interact with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES than the few days we have had to review this local business and political leaders on a Thursday, December 17, 2015 measure. While cyber attacks are a clear monthly basis. The Forum has served as an threat that must be confronted, we must be open platform to discuss controversial issues Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in vigilant to ensure the protection of civil lib- including joint land use and clear zone fund- support of the Omnibus Appropriations bill. erties. ing. Due to its success over the years, the While this is far from a perfect bill, I believe it While I support the short-term extension of Military Affairs Forum has served as a model represents the best way forward to keep the the Land and Water Conservation Fund, I am for similar military communities across the government open and advance many impor- disappointed that a permanent extension was country. tant priorities that help Maryland get ahead. I blocked. LWCF funds are a critical tool for Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I thank Ranking Members MIKULSKI and LOWEY local conservation and the program should not congratulate Gary Brackett on his retirement and the Democratic negotiators for their work be allowed to lapse, as it did in October for and accomplishments. His leadership has to protect critical priorities. the first time in 51 years. been critical to fostering a thriving economy I was pleased to help lead efforts to lift se- I remain concerned that we are under- and maintaining the quality of life of Pierce quester caps, which has allowed us to make funding important investments in the middle County businesses and military personnel and needed investment to support jobs and the class and those working to join the middle their families in Washington State. economy. The Purple Line, WMATA, and ef- class, particularly in light of the enormous, un- f forts to ensure a clean Chesapeake Bay are paid-for tax package that was just passed by all supported. The National Institutes of Health this House. If we can afford tax giveaways to CONGRATULATING RON HAYNES will see its most significant funding boost in special interests, we can afford a stronger in- ON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE many years. Education programs like Head vestment in middle class families and those CITY OF HURST, TEXAS Start, Title I, and special education get added seeking to join the middle class. More must be resources, and the maximum Pell grant will be done to bring families out of poverty, rebuild HON. KENNY MARCHANT increased. And I am pleased that funding for our infrastructure, and provide opportunity to OF TEXAS full consolidation of the FBI headquarters was all. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES included in the bill—Team Maryland will keep Ultimately, no bill of this size is perfect, and fighting for it to be relocated to Prince Friday, December 18, 2015 all sides have made concessions to move our George’s County. country forward. I will continue to fight for the Mr. MARCHANT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Important tax provisions were included in investments we need to make our nation to congratulate Ron Haynes on his well- the Omnibus. I strongly support extension of safer, stronger, and more prosperous for all. earned retirement from the City of Hurst, the renewable energy tax incentives that will f Texas. create jobs and aid our transition to a clean Ron Haynes is a hardworking, respected energy economy. I am also pleased with the RECOGNIZING DEAN WILLIAM employee of Hurst, and has been since he delay in the so-called Cadillac tax, which REEDER OF GEORGE MASON UNI- began in March of 1985. He has displayed would otherwise erode health benefits for VERSITY FOR HIS COMMITMENT strong leadership and instilled positive change workers. The Omnibus also reauthorizes the TO THE ARTS AND EDUCATION throughout his tenure. His quick ascension James Zadroga 9/11 Health and Compensa- demonstrates his dedication, efficiency, and tion Act, finally fulfilling our promise to first re- HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY success as a worker for the people of Hurst. sponders. OF VIRGINIA Ron began as an engineer in 1985, became Democrats were also able to reject count- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Director of Public Works just two years later, less corrosive policy riders, including those and has held that post since. that would defund Planned Parenthood, block Friday, December 18, 2015 Born a Texan, Ron graduated from the Uni- refugees from Syria, pollute our air and water, Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today versity of Texas at Arlington in 1970 and mar- and erode worker protections. to recognize Dean William (Bill) Reeder of ried his wife, Dixie, in 1971. He then attended However, some damaging riders remain. I George Mason University on his career in North Texas State University where he would strongly oppose lifting the oil export ban, a education, management, philanthropic admin- graduate with a Master in Public Administra- Christmas gift to Big Oil. If we are to reduce istration, and most notably, the arts. tion in 1982 while working for Dallas Water global carbon emissions, as world leaders Over the span of his 40-year career, Dean Utilities. They went on to have three beautiful pledged to do just last weekend, we must re- Reeder has raised over $250 million in private children, Brian, Keri and Amy. duce our dependence on fossil fuels and keep funds for the arts and education. Reeder is the

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founding and current Dean of the College of MILITARY CONSTRUCTION AND SAM JOHNSON—the Wrongful Convictions Tax Visual and Performing Arts where he oversees VETERANS AFFAIRS AND RE- Relief Act, which ensures that compensation eight academic divisions: The School of LATED AGENCIES APPROPRIA- awards received by those who were wrongfully Music, School of Art, School of Dance, School TIONS ACT, 2016 accused are not subjected to federal taxes on of Theater, Arts Management Master’s Pro- their awards. I first introduced the bill with Mr. gram, Film and Video Studies Program, Com- SPEECH OF JOHNSON in 2007 following the exoneration of puter Game Design Program and the Potomac HON. JOHN B. LARSON James Tillman in Connecticut. I was proud to Arts Academy. OF CONNECTICUT co-author this bill with Mr. JOHNSON, a true Dean Reeder manages two regional art cen- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES American hero, which rights a tremendous wrong in the tax code. Individuals who have ters: the Center for the Arts in Fairfax as well Thursday, December 17, 2015 as the Hylton Performing Arts Center. He also been wrongfully accused have already suf- serves as the Co-Director of George Mason’s Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, I fered enough, so the notion that they would be rise today in support of the PATH Act. While Confucius Institute, a partnership between taxed on the awards they receive as a result this is not a perfect bill, I join with the Presi- Mason and the Beijing Language and Cultural of their wrongful imprisonment is unconscion- dent in supporting this legislation as it rep- University. able. Once again, I thank the negotiators for resents clear progress for the American peo- including this common-sense bill in this pack- In the midst of his demanding schedule, ple. This legislation will permanently continue age. Reeder finds the time to teach an Arts Man- critical tax breaks to aid children and working On the whole, this bill will provide tremen- agement course, hold the distinguished honor families. It will permanently extend key provi- dous benefits for children, working families, of the Eminent Scholar’s Heritage Chairman in sions like the R&D tax credit and Section 179 and economic growth in our country. I support Arts and Cultural Criticism, and serve on two expensing that will help our small businesses this bill and look forward to its passage. boards: United Way of the National Capital and manufacturers grow jobs and strengthen f Region and CEO Forum of Prince William. the economy. This bipartisan bill moves us for- Reeder spent eight years as the leading op- ward as a nation both in terms of the benefits LONG BEACH LOSES LEGEND, eratic tenor engaged by the Zurich, Switzer- it provides and the signal it sends that it is MARILYN GREEN land Opera Company. From 1993 to 1997, possible for Congress to break the gridlock Reeder was President of the Saint Louis Con- that has unfortunately engulfed Washington for HON. ALAN S. LOWENTHAL servatory of Music, followed by six years as too long. OF CALIFORNIA the Education Director of the Levine School of I am particularly proud that the permanent IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Music located in Washington, D.C. extension of the R&D tax credit that I spon- Friday, December 18, 2015 Prior to joining George Mason, Reeder sored along with Chairman KEVIN BRADY was Mr. LOWENTHAL. Mr. Speaker, it is with served as Vice President and General Man- included in this legislation. The R&D tax credit considerable sadness and a profound sense ager of the Washington Performing Arts Soci- is a driver of innovation and economic growth, of loss that I report that the Long Beach com- ety and two years with the Sallie Mae Cor- and making it permanent will provide the cer- munity lost a dear friend and a dedicated pub- poration as the Founding Director of the Sallie tainty American companies need to make the lic servant on the passing of Marilyn Green on Mae Trust for Education. long-term investments in our nation and in our October 29, 2015. Marilyn—with long-time pro- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me workers for technologies that will keep our fessional partner Dick Cantrell—founded the in commending Dean Bill Reeder as a promi- global economic edge. The R&D credit, along law firm of Cantrell Green—now Cantrell nent figure in Greater Prince William and tire- with a permanent extension of the Section 179 Green Pekich Cruz & McCort—in 1971. less champion of arts education. expensing credit, will give businesses in Con- Marilyn was also the heart and soul of the necticut and across the country the stability progressive movement in Long Beach. She f they need in the tax code to move our econ- was a advocate, mentor, and friend to several omy forward. generations of progressive leaders in Long HONORING BLUE SPRINGS SOUTH For children and working families, this legis- Beach. I count myself lucky to have had her HIGH SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM lation also offers a permanent extension of friendship and counsel over the years. critical tax credits. The permanent extension of A native of Newark, New Jersey, Marilyn HON. SAM GRAVES the Recovery Act enhancements of the EITC eventually made her way to Stanford Law and CTC credits as well as the AOTC will en- OF MISSOURI School. While attending as one of only two fe- sure millions of working families across the male students in her class, she met and mar- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES country will continue to receive well-deserved ried journalist Terence Green. Friday, December 18, 2015 tax breaks. Without this extension, by 2018, Determined to finish what she started, she Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I over 50 million individuals would have lost part sat for the California Bar exam in 1951 and or all of their credits. In Connecticut, 141,000 proudly pause to recognize the Blue Springs was admitted to practice law in January, 1952, children in 42,000 families would lose access South High School football team. This is a just one month before her first son, Alan, was to part or all of their EITC or CTC credits. group of very special young men who have born. She used to recall how odd it felt walk- These provisions are absolutely critical and exemplified the finest qualities of teamwork, ing to take her oath while almost 9 months without them, I would not have been able to devotion and sportsmanship by taking an ac- pregnant. support this agreement. I wholeheartedly Terry’s job brought them to Playa del Rey tive part in the classroom and on the field. agree with my colleagues who have argued and, eventually, to the Long Beach area that These Jaguars relentlessly pursued their goal that the CTC should be indexed for inflation would become their home for well over 50 and were rewarded with their third state foot- and while it is unfortunate that indexing is not years. ball title, as well as having a perfect 14–0 sea- included in this agreement, I will continue to Like many women of her generation, Marilyn son. fight for its inclusion on bills moving forward. found herself unwelcome in many law firms The Blue Springs South Jaguars defeated In addition, this bill includes other important due to her gender and was limited to family the defending champions, Christian Brothers provisions, including a permanent extension of law practice. Knowing it was a matter of time College, 37–28 in the Missouri Class Six state a deduction for teachers who purchase sup- before she found the right job, she settled into championship. Senior Adam Cofield managed plies for their classrooms as well as critical family law. She used to joke that, as a young to score an astounding four times. The work charitable provisions such as a credit for the lawyer, she had no idea how to create a safe and effort these young men have persevered donation of food inventory and a provision that exit strategy while interviewing a less-than-sa- through over the years has not only earned allows for tax-free distributions from IRAs for vory character. During one such interview, she them numerous honors on and off the field, charitable purposes. It also incorporates other decided ‘‘the case was much too complicated’’ but also the respect of their families, class- bills that will help with economic development, and referred the person to the FBI. She later mates, and community. like the New Markets Tax credit, the low in- told us ‘‘From then on, I decided to keep the Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in come housing tax credit, and legislation ensur- FBI’s number in my top drawer, but think I cer- commending the undefeated Blue Springs ing tax relief for another year for homeowners tainly wore out my welcome.’’ South High School football team for their ac- who have had part of their mortgage debt for- Marilyn joined the prestigious Levy & Van complishments on the field and for their efforts given. Bourg firm as an applicant’s attorney in Work- put forth in achieving the highest distinction of Finally, I want to thank the negotiators for ers’ Compensation in the late 1960s early Missouri Class Six state champions. including a bill that I co-authored with Rep. 1970s.

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OF TEXAS line safety, and grow our transit infrastructure Marilyn and Richard would go on to build IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as a whole. This is a significant accomplish- ment, and shows that it is possible for this Cantrell and Green into one of the most well- Thursday, December 17, 2015 known and respected workers’ compensation Congress to work together in a bipartisan Mr. GENE GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, firms in Southern California. Their practice manner. I rise in opposition to the H–2B riders included also included social security, labor law, and I urge my colleagues to join me in sup- in the FY2016 Appropriations Omnibus. These personal injury claims. porting this legislation and continuing to invest provisions, which were included without de- in American infrastructure. Not only did Marilyn Green talk the talk, she bate or advanced warning, would more than f walked the walk. When asked why she would triple the number of H–2B foreign worker visas settle in a practice not as lucrative as other available for the coming year, negatively im- MILITARY CONSTRUCTION AND areas of practice, Marilyn said ‘‘If I wanted to pacting working families in districts like my VETERANS AFFAIRS AND RE- make money, I would never have chosen a own in Houston and Harris County, Texas. LATED AGENCIES APPROPRIA- workers’ compensation practice. However, I The H–2B Program was created by Con- TIONS ACT, 2016 love and believe in what I do and that is why gress to provide temporary, nonagricultural SPEECH OF I became a lawyer.’’ workers for American companies when there Over the years, Marilyn was honored by were no qualified American workers available HON. LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD many organizations, including being named as to fill a position. The Program, unfortunately, is OF CALIFORNIA Long Beach Bar Association Lawyer of the not working as intended. Instead, it is being IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Year. used by some employers to hire cheaper, for- Thursday, December 17, 2015 She was a true professional in her work, a eign workers, leaving too many highly-skilled Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Mr. Speaker, as the good friend to many, and a powerful force for American workers out of a job. ranking member of the Appropriations Sub- good in our community who will be sorely Mr. Speaker, this is simply wrong and a ter- committee on Homeland Security, I can attest missed. rible holiday surprise for the thousands of that Division F of the bill before us today, working families in our country who will be left which provides funds for the Department of out of a job next year by the expansion of the f Homeland Security, is the result of careful H–2B Program. These anti-worker provisions consideration, intense scrutiny, and bipartisan RECOGNIZING THE TREZEVANT in this legislation will degrade wages and con- collaboration. I want to thank Chairman CAR- HIGH SCHOOL MIGHTY PURPLE ditions for workers in hazardous industries and TER for his leadership and his partnership in BEARS ON WINNING THE TSSAA gut standards that ensure that U.S. workers BLUECROSS BOWL DIVISION 1 crafting our portion of the bill. can fairly compete for jobs. The bill provides significant resources for CLASS 2A FOOTBALL STATE I call on my colleagues to join me to protect CHAMPIONSHIP critical priorities, including funding: to recapi- American workers from unfair foreign worker talize the Coast Guard air and marine fleets; competition and eliminate the expansion of the to fully fund FEMA’s disaster relief activities, HON. STEVE COHEN H–2B Program. including wildfire management assistance f OF TENNESSEE grants, and to significantly enhance support for flood mapping and pre-disaster mitigation; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES THE FAST ACT (H.R. 22) to maintain funding for FEMA terrorism pre- Friday, December 18, 2015 HON. BETTY McCOLLUM paredness grants, including $50 million in new Mr. COHEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF MINNESOTA funding to help communities counter violent recognize the Mighty Purple Bears of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES extremism and prepare for complex, coordi- nated terrorist attacks; to allow the Secret Trezevant High School and Coach Teli White Friday, December 18, 2015 and his coaching staff on winning the TSSAA Service to continue implementing the rec- Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, after years BlueCross Bowl Division 1 Class 2A Football ommendations of the Protective Mission of unnecessary delays and short term patch- State Championship game against Marion Panel; and to enhance cybersecurity across es, I am pleased that Congress has finally County High School on Saturday, December the federal government, along with significant passed a long term surface transportation bill 5, 2015 in Cookeville, TN. additional funds to help protect DHS’s own that addresses the needs of our nation’s crum- cyber systems. The Mighty Purple Bears were led by Jr. bling infrastructure. I am pleased that the bill does not include standout Running Back and Strong Safety The FAST Act (H.R. 22) provides $281 bil- the harmful immigration policy riders that were Cordarrian Richardson, who carried the ball 41 lion for highway, transit, and highway safety adopted during committee consideration of the times for 342 yards scoring 3 touchdowns and programs. This is $26.8 billion above fiscal House bill. throwing for 1 touchdown. Cordarrian’s play year 2015 levels and $12.8 billion above what I am also pleased that the omnibus incor- set a new state record by surpassing Omar would have been allocated in the earlier porates a number of amendments and prior- Williams of St. George’s 322 yards record set House-passed version of the bill. For Minneso- ities I fought for during the Appropriations in 2011. tans, this means a 5% increase in federal Committee markups. These include my Under Coach White’s leadership, Trezevant highway funding and an 8% increase for tran- amendment with Congresswoman LEE which advanced to the championship game by de- sit support. creates and funds a comprehensive, non-par- feating Oakhaven High School (Memphis, TN) H.R. 22 establishes two new initiatives that tisan child poverty study, and my amendment 54–0, Douglass High School (Memphis, TN) will provide dedicated federal funding specifi- to defund the licensing or relicensing of Class 54–0, Manassas High School (Memphis, TN) cally targeted at reducing freight bottlenecks B animal dealers who sell ‘‘random source’’ 22–0, Trinity Christian Academy (Jackson, TN) around the country. This legislation promotes dogs and cats for use in research. It is also 52–14, and Marion County High School (Jas- safety by boosting funding for railway-highway important to note that my colleagues and I per, TN) 40–35. The Mighty Purple Bears fin- grade crossings, motor carrier safety grants, were successful in preserving funding for the ished their season 12–3. and includes $200 million to help commuter Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality This is Trezevant’s first state title. I am ex- railroads implement Positive Train Control. (AHRQ) and the Corporation for National and tremely proud of their academic and athletic The FAST Act also reauthorizes the Ex-Im Community Service (CNCS). success. I know the mighty Purple Bears will Bank, which aids small to medium-sized busi- This funding bill is not entirely what I had keep riding the waves of success and rep- nesses in attracting new customers and pro- hoped for. Many of my colleagues feel the resent their community and the city of Mem- vide critical resources necessary to export same way, and I share many of their con- phis with pride. Go Purple Bears. goods and services around the globe. cerns.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:27 Dec 19, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18DE8.020 E18DEPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 18, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1835 I was extremely disappointed that provisions nologies could be quickly brought into use. Ac- CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF SER- to help our U.S. Citizen Puerto Rican brothers cording to their report, conducted under the GEANT KEVIN GALE STAUFFER and sisters manage the fiscal crisis in Puerto auspices of the National Academies, ‘‘Re- Rico were not included in the bill. The resi- search performed but not exploited, and tech- HON. TRENT KELLY dents of Puerto Rico are suffering, and we nologies invented but not manufactured and OF MISSISSIPPI have a responsibility to provide them with the deployed, do not help the nation protect itself.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As part of the Homeland Security Act of tools they need to rebuild their economy. Friday, December 18, 2015 I was also disappointed that on the heels of 2002, Congress enacted liability protections a historic climate change agreement, the bill that the Department of Homeland Security Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, I includes a giveaway to Big Oil by ending the could extend to providers of effective anti-ter- rise today to honor the memory of Sergeant 40-year prohibition on the exportation of crude rorism technologies. The SAFETY Act has re- Kevin Gale Stauffer of Tupelo, Mississippi who oil. This prohibition was set in place to help sulted in the deployment of tens of thousands joined his Heavenly Father on December 23, our country achieve energy independence and of anti-terrorism technologies to protect inno- 2013. to protect national security and economic in- cent Americans that would not have been de- Sergeant Stauffer made the ultimate sac- terests. Lifting this ban will only hinder our ployed absent the Act’s lawsuit protections. rifice when he gave his life while keeping the goals and harm American refinery jobs, all for The SAFETY Act was initially opposed by citizens of the city of Tupelo safe during a the trial lawyers and their allies. But it soon the sake of a handout to Big Oil. tragic encounter following a reported bank rob- came to enjoy broad bipartisan support. So However, without this omnibus bill, my bery. The lives of others were saved because much so that in January, 2007, just after the home state of California and communities of Sergeant Stauffer’s actions. Democrats took control the House, a bill di- across the country would be faced with the Known to his family and friends as Gale, as recting the Secretary of Homeland Security to uncertain funding level of a continuing resolu- a young man he earned the honor of being streamline the SAFETY Act and anti-terrorism tion, or, in the worst case, the effects of a gov- awarded the Eagle Scout badge. After grad- technology procurement processes passed by uating high school, he went on to attend ernment shutdown. a vote of 427 to zero. During the debate on We cannot risk another government shut- Itawamba Community College where he was a that legislation, the Democratic Chairman of member of the Indians football team. With a down or another year of flat funding for the the House Homeland Security Committee, critical programs our communities need. On passion for learning, he continued his edu- BENNIE THOMPSON, said during debate on the cation at the University of Mississippi where balance, I believe this bill should move for- bill: ‘‘Today I rise to support a bill that reaf- ward. For that reason, I ask for an aye vote. he earned a degree in criminal justice. firms our commitment to ensuring that safe A true patriot, Gale felt called to serve his f and effective antiterrorism technologies are country. He enlisted in the Louisiana Army Na- MILITARY CONSTRUCTION AND being deployed . . . In order to generate revo- tional Guard, 1088th Engineer Battalion and VETERANS AFFAIRS AND RE- lutionary breakthroughs in antiterrorism tech- bravely served his tour of duty in Iraq as a LATED AGENCIES APPROPRIA- nologies, the Department must actively pro- Sergeant in 2004 and 2005. TIONS ACT, 2016 mote awareness of SAFETY Act protections Prior to his tour of duty in Iraq, Sergeant not only among private sector, but across gov- Stauffer worked for the Lee County Sheriff’s SPEECH OF ernment procurement agencies . . . We must Department. Upon his return from deployment, HON. BOB GOODLATTE enable the private sector to deliver the revolu- he joined the ranks of the Tupelo Police De- tionary, breakthrough technologies that will partment. He was a true public servant and OF VIRGINIA help win the Nation’s fight against terrorism.’’ loved his job as a police officer. He was a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In 2005, Congress enacted the Public Read- thorough investigator who always showed sin- Thursday, December 17, 2015 iness and Emergency Preparedness Act, the cere compassion for every victim. ‘‘PREP Act.’’ Under the PREP Act, covered Outside of work, Gale was known for his Mr. GOODLATTE. Mr. Speaker, the cyber- entities are protected from lawsuits when they security measures in the legislation before us love of the outdoors, his Cajun cooking, and engage in federally approved efforts to create his passion for LSU football. He was also a today results from a bill passed unanimously vaccines and other means of stopping the by the House Homeland Security Committee member of First United Methodist Church in spread of pandemics and other biological Tupelo. and the House Select Committee on Intel- threats, including biological attacks by terror- ligence, who both worked closely with the Ju- Above all, those who knew Sergeant ists. Again, the PREP Act was initially op- Stauffer knew him as an adoring and devoted diciary Committee to craft the liability provi- posed by the trial lawyers and their allies. But sions included in the House-passed bill, and in husband to his wife Beth and a kind loving fa- after it became law, President Obama, along ther to his two children, Dixie and Skip. the bill before us today. I rise to discuss its li- with his predecessor, applied the PREP Act’s ability provisions in particular. He is survived by his wife, Beth; daughter, protections many times, including to cover Dixie Breckenridge Stauffer; and son, Kevin It is increasingly clear that government at all those making and administering influenza vac- levels must rely on the private sector to help Gale (Skip) Stauffer, III of Tupelo. He is also cines. Just last December, President Obama’s survived by his father, Kevin Gale Stauffer, Sr. counter more and varied threats to its citizens Secretary of Health and Human Services ap- by those who would do them harm. Those and stepmother, Kay Stauffer of Baton Rouge, plied the PREP Act’s lawsuit protections to LA; mother, Deborah Brangenberg and step- threats can come in the form of terrorist mass those manufacturing and distributing vaccines shootings, suicide bombers, and cyber-attacks father, Carl J. Brangenberg of Tupelo; sister, to help prevent the spread of the Ebola virus. Caroline Turney (Brandon) of Tupelo; two that steal people’s personal identification, In a press release announcing the application money, and credit. At the same time, abusive stepbrothers, Scott Cooper of Baton Rouge, of the liability protections to those companies, LA and Chris Brangenberg of Breaux Bridge, lawsuits have made the private sector less the Secretary of Health and Human Services and less willing to take action to reduce public LA; stepsister, Carla Brangenberg of Mem- stated, and I quote, ‘‘The PREP Act was de- phis, TN; grandmother, Dr. Dorothy Twiss risks because of the fear of frivolous lawsuits. signed to facilitate the development of medical To date, Congress has enacted two federal Sinopoli of Gulf Breeze, FL; grandparents, Dr. countermeasures to respond to urgent public Roy and Mrs. Lorene McAlilly of Tupelo. statutes, the SAFETY Act and the PREP Act, health needs, including the development of to provide private entities that are on the front My thoughts and prayers continue to be with critical vaccines like those to prevent the Sergeant Stauffer’s family and friends. lines in the war with terrorists with protection spread of Ebola . . . My strong hope . . . is from debilitating litigation that would otherwise that other nations will also enact appropriate li- f deter them from acting at all. The legislation ability protection . . .’’ Indeed, one of the vac- SUPPORTING DEBT RELIEF FOR before us today is a logical extension of those cines the President protected from excessive PUERTO RICO vital efforts. liability under the PREP Act was able to quick- Soon after the terrorist attacks of September ly advance through its testing phases such HON. TERRI A. SEWELL 11, 2001, the federal government appealed di- that, by this August, it was declared ‘‘highly ef- OF ALABAMA rectly to the private sector for help in com- fective.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bating terrorism. Shortly thereafter, a team of Today, I am proud to continue the bipartisan the nation’s leading scientists called for a tradition of protecting the private sector from Friday, December 18, 2015 comprehensive rethinking of our anti-terrorism lawsuits when it’s necessary to help the fed- Ms. SEWELL of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, infrastructure, underscoring the need to en- eral government do its job in protecting our today I rise to stand with our fellow Ameri- courage private activity so existing tech- nation’s citizens from attack. cans, the 3.5 million American citizens of

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Friday, December 18, 2015 Award recipients and in thanking these busi- On behalf of all Puerto Ricans, including the Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- nesses and individuals for their many contribu- more than 12,000 who reside in my home ognize the Dulles Regional Chamber of Com- tions to our region’s economic success and state of Alabama, I remain disappointed that a merce for its ongoing dedication to local busi- quality of life. These contributions are among deal to enable the territory to restructure its nesses and our community and to congratu- the many reasons why Fairfax County is one debt and keep its schools, hospitals, and late the 2015 ‘‘Stars Over Dulles’’ Award re- of the best places in the country in which to roads open and functioning past January 1 cipients. live, work, and raise a family. I commend them was not included in the Omnibus. The sov- This year, at the 20th Annual Stars Over on their awards and wish them great success ereignty of the Puerto Rican people is our re- Dulles Awards Luncheon, the Chamber will in all future endeavors. sponsibility. honor those extraordinary businesses, non- f I represent parts of Jefferson County, Ala- profit organizations and citizens who have bama, a political subdivision which became dedicated their talents and activities to en- REFLECTING ON THE NEED FOR the biggest U.S. municipal bankruptcy in 2011. hancing our economy and our community. THE WORLD’S RECOMMITMENT While we all can agree bankruptcy isn’t a As the former Chairman of the Fairfax TO RECOVERING THE CHIBOK cure-all and it definitely has its limits, it is often County Board of Supervisors, and now as a GIRLS necessary to begin the process of dealing with Member of Congress representing this com- an unimaginable debt load. Puerto Rico munity, I have been proud to partner with the HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE should have the same power to avail them- Chamber on promoting the region’s pro-busi- OF TEXAS selves of the federal remedies and negotiate ness climate and celebrating the service that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES directly with their bond holders as every U.S. so many individuals and businesses provide to Friday, December 18, 2015 state has. our community. Puerto Rico is the third-largest issuer of mu- I am pleased to submit the following recipi- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I ask nicipal bonds in the U.S. and now has a debt ents of the 2015 Stars Over Dulles Awards: unanimous consent to address the House for totaling $72 billion, amounting to $20,000 for Public Service Star: Presented to Delegate one minute and to revise and extend my re- every man, woman, and child on the island. Thomas Rust (86th District) for more than 30 marks. As over 50 percent of Puerto Rico’s citizens years of public service, including as Chairman Today is the last day that the House will be live in poverty, default will potentially lead to a of the House of Delegates Transportation in session this year and it is imperative that humanitarian crisis. Committee and as Mayor of Herndon. we pause for a moment before we depart to At no cost to us, we can allow the U.S. terri- Veterans Star: Presented to Col. Paul Pat- our various homes to reflect on the fact that tory to restructure its debt and declare bank- ton, USAF (Retired) of CACI, whose life of 612 days have passed since the Chibok girls ruptcy, ultimately keeping the basic functions service has extended far beyond his time in were kidnapped from their dormitories in the of government open and avoiding real social the Air Force and serves as an example for middle of night. and economic harm to the American citizens others to follow. To keep these girls on our minds, all of us living on the island. Community Stars: Presented to Doug and here in Congress have worn red every But we can’t stop there. We all must remain Annie Downer and Laura and George Price for Wednesday to signal the urgency of rescuing, committed to assisting Puerto Rico in a long- their organization of the beverage shifts during recovering and reintegrating these young term solution to the economic and social chal- the World Police and Fire Games, during women back into the arms of their parents. lenges the island has been facing for far too which they found the personnel for 391 volun- I have met with the Nigerian President and long. teer shifts. was part of a delegation to Nigeria to engage The island territory of Puerto Rico has al- Innovation Stars: Presented to Bruce Blechl, local leaders, activists, businesses and fami- ready suffered a decade of economic stagna- Jerome Williams, Bill Knight, and Barry Biggar lies of the kidnapped girls on strategies for re- tion, high unemployment, and cuts in every for their presentation to Fairfax County of the covering and reintegrating the Chibok girls and program from higher education to health care. idea to host the 2015 World Police and Fire many others who have been kidnapped. The government of Puerto Rico has closed Games. These girls are not throwaways and the 160 schools in the past two years and is STEM Star: Presented to The Childrens world cannot and should not forget them. spending $2,000 less per student than the av- Science Center for their opening of a new lab- We must continue to press on in our con- erage spent in the states. It has laid off 21 oratory in Fair Oaks this summer. The lab is certed efforts to assure these daughters of the percent of its employees since 2008 with fur- a major addition to our region’s ability to en- world that we still care, that we are committed ther cuts projected in 2016. The Puerto Rican courage a new generation of STEM learners. to bringing them back home and will work to people can ill-afford more cuts. We in Con- Housing Star: Presented posthumously to reintegrate them back into our community with gress must do our part. Bill Lauer, founder of Tetra Partners, for his open arms. We should prevent further crisis by giving tireless work to end homelessness in Fairfax As founder and Co-Chair of the Caucus on our U.S. territory of Puerto Rico the ability to County. Bill was a driver of Fairfax County’s Nigeria and Co-Chair of the Congressional restructure its debt and deal with the root efforts to preserve affordable housing and the Children’s Caucus, the rescue, return and re- causes of the crisis just as all U.S. states Initiative to End Homelessness, built homes integration of the kidnapped Chibok girls con- have the ability to do. himself, and was about to become president tinue to be my top priority. I want to commend the leadership of LUIS of Cornerstones before his untimely death. I believe that with our commitment, just as GUTIE´RREZ, NYDIA VELA´ZQUEZ, Leader PELOSI, Deal of the Year: Presented to The Town of the Aboke girls were recovered after being JOSE´ SERRANO, and PEDRO PIERLUISI for their Herndon for its managing of the sale of the kidnapped in Northern Uganda by the Lord’s tireless commitment to the people of Puerto Ashwell property, which will allow the town to Resistance Army, the Chibok girls will be res- Rico and all Hispanic Americans. It is because consolidate its plans to redevelop the down- cued, returned home and reintegrated back of their efforts that Republican leadership has town area. into the human family. agreed to take action by March 31st. We all Technology Star: Presented to Peter Jobse This is why I have introduced H. Res. 528, need to follow their lead in standing up for the of the Center for Innovative Technology, who legislation that enjoyed bipartisan support of American people who live, work, and raise is retiring this year after leading the Center for my colleagues including Representatives CHU their families in our territories. almost 40 years. of California, LEE of California, DOLD of Illinois, Today I stand with the Puerto Rican people Global Business Star: Presented to Trade HAHN of California, KELLY of Illinois, FUDGE of in urging this body to work together on a bi- Center Management Associates, home to the Ohio, WATSON-COLEMAN of New Jersey, SE- partisan, commonsense restructuring bill that International Trade Center, for providing a dy- WELL of Alabama, BROWN of Florida, THOMP- provides economic hope to the people of namic forum for trade promotion in the heart SON of Mississippi and my good friend Ms. Puerto Rico. of the nation’s capital. WILSON of Florida.

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in Montgomery County and the Greater Hous- ton Area, Dan has used his talents to serve The Chibok girls have the fundamental Friday, December 18, 2015 others. human right to freedom of movement, to edu- Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Dan, who earned a bachelor’s degree in cation and to the full realization of their human to acknowledge Beacon Health System in my mechanical engineering and a master’s de- potential. district for their collaboration with gree in business administration from The Uni- Last week, in our celebrations of the United CarePayment. versity of Texas in Austin, spent the first six Beacon Health System continues to look for years of his career as an accountant and con- Nations Human Rights Day, the global com- new, innovative ways to care for their patients. sultant. munity rededicated itself to the key Inter- They have partnered with CarePayment to He entered private industry in 1979 and co- national Covenants on Human Rights: the provide a financing service that allows patients founded a cardiovascular medical device com- International Covenant on Economic, Social to spread out the payment of medical bills. pany in 1984. and Cultural Rights and the International Cov- Oftentimes, patients face sticker shock Dan’s professional endeavors took a back enant on Civil and Political Rights, Covenants when they discover what their out-of-pocket seat to his increasing community involvement that serve as the bedrock of the International medical expenses will ultimately cost. which began with his service on the board of Bill of Rights: protecting the rights of all Some plans with high-deductibles force pa- directors for the Houston division of the Amer- human beings. tients to pay $6,000 for an individual plan, or ican Heart Association in the 1980s. $12,000 for a family plan before their health Dan then served as co-chair for both the Indeed, we must continue to always fight for insurance kicks in to cover medical bills. Conroe ISD Strategic Planning Task Force the freedoms of the least among us whether In order to provide more financial relief to and two Conroe ISD Facilities Planning Com- those for whom we fight are out of sight such patients in my district, Beacon Health and mittees for the 1994 and 1998 bond referen- as the kidnapped teenage girls from a board- CarePayment are now providing a patient- dums. ing school in Chibok or educated medical doc- friendly, financing program. Following his service on the board of direc- tors fleeing violent extremism in Syria. Everyone is eligible, regardless of income or tors of the Arthritis Foundation and the sale of employment status, and participating in this The bottom line is that our obligations in the his company in 1999, Dan held several execu- program has no impact on the patient’s credit tive and consulting positions in addition to human family must revolve around and be score. grounded in our conviction and commitment to serving as chairman of The Woodlands United The constituents I serve are concerned with Methodist Church Building Committee. the rights to freedom of movement, freedom of rising medical costs. In 2003, Dan was named Chief Financial speech, freedom of worship, freedom from In fact, many of them face difficult decisions Officer of Conroe ISD. During his time with the want, and the freedom from fear or terrorism, when it comes to prioritizing their healthcare. school district, Dan contributed to three suc- among others. I am grateful for partnerships like the one cessful bond referendums as well as the ac- We must remain steadfast in guaranteeing between Beacon Health and CarePayment for quisition of numerous financial accolades for providing patient driven solutions to Hoosiers. these fundamental freedoms and protect the the district including the Platinum Leadership I will keep working on bipartisan reforms to Circle Awards for financial transparency and human rights of all to achieve peace and pros- move in this direction. perity in our world. five-star FAST ratings for high academic f standards and efficient spending in public edu- When they were kidnapped, the Chibok girls PHYSICIAN OF THE YEAR cation issued by the Texas Comptroller of were 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16 and 17 year olds Public Accounts. who are now turning 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17 Dan is a current member and past president and 18—living out the formative years of their HON. PETE OLSON of the Rotary Club of The Woodlands as well OF TEXAS lives in captivity in the claws of thugs. as Paul Harris Fellow. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Our silence is a waste of time and this is Dan Cox’s dedication to his community and Friday, December 18, 2015 why we must keep speaking, keep tweeting, service to others stand as an example and in- keep seeking to recover our daughters. Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to spiration to all. While he will be missed at congratulate Dr. Ed Uthman for being named Conroe ISD, I can’t imagine Dan will ever stop This cannot be the fate or the end of the OakBend Medical Center’s 2015 Physician of looking for a way to serve. story of their lives. the Year. f Dr. Uthman has a long and distinguished We must not and cannot forget Blessing HONORING NAAKH VYSOKY Abana, Deborah Abari, Rebecca Mallum, career with OakBend Medical Center, serving Naomi Luka, Esther Markus, Zara Ishaku, as its Laboratory Medical Director since 1990. Ruth Joshua, Grace Paul, Rebecca Luka and During his 25 years with the hospital, he’s HON. MICHAEL E. CAPUANO OF MASSACHUSETTS the others. helped countless patients and continues to lead his colleagues with distinction. Dr. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Chibok girls, daughters of the world, this Uthman was also named to OakBend Medical Friday, December 18, 2015 holiday season, you remain in our thoughts Center’s board of directors. Thank you for tak- and prayers. ing such great care of our community. Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take a moment to recognize one of the most Notwithstanding your captivity, let me as- On behalf of the Twenty-Second Congres- sional District of Texas, congratulations again distinguished constituents in my district, Naakh sure you that your spirits, souls and bodies Vysoky, who will turn ninety-five on January 3, are sacred to us, no matter what attacks the to Dr. Ed Uthman for being named OakBend Medical Center’s 2015 Physician of the Year. 2016. Quite simply Mr. Vysoky is a man who enemies of peace may have perpetrated upon overcame some of life’s greatest obstacles to f you. become a champion within the field of medi- Like your sister from Pakistan, Malala, who IN HONOR OF DAN COX’S SERVICE cine and a respected leader amongst the Rus- was shot in the head for seeking her edu- TO OUR COMMUNITY sian Jewish Community. cation and who continues to fight for your re- Naakh Vysoky was born in 1921, in covery, your best days are ahead because we HON. KEVIN BRADY Kishinev, Moldavia, when it was still a part of Romania. In 1940, during an invasion by the know that when you girls thrive our world OF TEXAS U.S.S.R., the Soviets considered his family thrives. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ‘‘rich’’ and took almost everything they owned. This is why we are counting on you to keep Friday, December 18, 2015 Hardship and tragedy again struck Naakh’s holding on and be assured that help is on the Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, citizens family in 1941 when Nazi Germany invaded way. in Montgomery County are blessed with Romania. Naakh witnessed the death of his

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He was imme- egation, members of the Massachusetts State established in 1975 by Missionhurst Father Ar- diately sent to a Siberian concentration camp. Legislature, former Boston mayor Thomas thur Verstraete. With the help of Father After several years in this camp—and having Menino, and the current mayor of Boston, the Wynants, Mount Tabor has continued to grow witnessed countless deaths of his friends al- Honorable Marty Walsh; and the Boston City with an ever-increasing number of members, most on a daily basis—he was given an option Council, have all risen to acknowledge Naakh retreatants, and activities. to stay there or join the Soviet Army to fight for his service to the Commonwealth and the Sadly, Father Wynants is gravely ill. Family the Nazis. He chose to fight and was wounded Russian Jewish Community. members have travelled to the United States shortly after. While in the hospital during his With all this in mind, I want to acknowledge from Belgium to be with him during this time. recovery, Naakh was recruited and trained to and sincerely thank Naakh Vysoky for his Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join become a medical professional. He spent the many contributions and wish him a very happy me in a prayer for Father Wynants and his rest of the war working at that hospital and birthday and pray that he has many more to family, and in celebration of his life of dedica- helping countless wounded soldiers and civil- come. tion to his Church, his faith, his family, and our ians. f community. After the war, Naakh embarked upon an ex- f tensive search for his father and found him in IN HONOR OF FATHER PAUL 1948 in the City of Chernowetz. Although the WYNANTS HONORING KEARNEY HIGH SCHOOL city had been part of Romania, it was then FOOTBALL TEAM part of the western Ukraine inside the Soviet HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY Union. When the U.S.S.R. closed their bor- OF VIRGINIA HON. SAM GRAVES ders, Naakh’s hopes of emigrating were IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF MISSOURI dashed. However, he was able to find a good IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, December 18, 2015 hospital job and a place to live in Storoshinetz, Friday, December 18, 2015 one of Chernowetz’s suburbs. While there, Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ex- Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I Naakh was recognized as a talented medical press my respect and admiration for Father proudly pause to recognize the Kearney High professional who championed efforts to pro- Paul Wynants. Father Wynants has been a School football team. This is a group of very vide the best quality of care for countless peo- true spiritual leader, providing guidance and special young men who have exemplified the ple. In 1952, he married his wife Klara, who comfort to thousands since first being or- finest qualities of teamwork, devotion and was a school teacher. Two years later, his dained 64 years ago. sportsmanship by taking an active part in the daughter Faina was born. His wife Klara be- Father Paul G. Wynants was born on Au- classroom and on the field. These Bulldogs re- came one of the most respected teachers in gust 2, 1925, in Heverlee, Belgium. He en- lentlessly pursued their goal and were re- the region due to her strong advocacy for edu- tered the Missionhurst Congregation of the Im- warded with their fourth state football title in cation and her devotion to her students. maculate Heart of Mary in 1944 and was or- During his time in Storoshinetz, Naakh be- dained on July 29, 1951. He departed for his school history. The Kearney Bulldogs defeated Webb City came increasingly alarmed and appalled at the mission assignments in the United States in 17–14 in the Missouri Class Four Champion- rampant anti-Semitism that existed under the 1953. ship. Junior Ethan Luft managed to recover a oppressive Soviet regime. In 1972, due to the Father Wynants served as assistant pastor last second fumble on the goal line to secure international movement against Soviet anti- at Christ the King Church in Norfolk from the victory. The work and effort these young Semitism, the possibility of immigration be- 1954–55; professor at Maryhill Seminary in men have persevered through over the years came real. However, that same year, Faina Pinesville, LA., from 1955–58; assistant pastor has not only earned them numerous honors was accepted into medical school in at St. Dominic Parish in Columbus, Ohio, from on and off the field, but also the respect of Chernowetz. Naakh decided to stay so Faina 1958–59; and assistant pastor at St. Patrick their families, classmates, and community. could attain her medical degree. Once that Church in Detroit, Mich., from 1959–62. In Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in was achieved, Naakh and his family applied 1964, Father Wynants was appointed spiritual commending the Kearney High School football for permission to leave the Soviet Union within director and rector for the Missionhurst Semi- team for their accomplishments on the field a month of Faina’s graduation and wedding, nary in Washington, DC. and for their efforts put forth in achieving the and, in October of 1979, left the Soviet Union In 1975, he was assigned as director of vo- highest distinction of Missouri Class Four state for New York in the United States. cations for the U.S. Province. Residing at champions. Upon their arrival in New York, Naakh’s Missionhurst in Arlington, he also served as grandson Gregory was born. Naakh and Klara rector there until 1981. Under his guidance, f dedicated their lives to taking care of Gregory Missionhurst evolved into the Missionhurst RECOGNIZING THE ACHIEVEMENTS and making sure Faina had every opportunity Mission Center, where he served as coordi- OF LINDA STONE to study and become a physician in America. nator until 1982. It was a very special day for the family when Father Wynants served as the Catholic HON. ADAM SMITH Faina passed her qualifying exam for a foreign chaplain at Fairfax Hospital from 1982–2005, OF WASHINGTON medical graduate degree in September 1980, and priest at St. Ambrose Church in Annan- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES less than a year after their arrival. With great dale, VA. During those years, Father Wynants pride, Naakh and Klara watched their daugh- was always available to provide for the spir- Friday, December 18, 2015 ter, now Faina Shtern, become the first Rus- itual needs of the ill and their families. Regard- Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I sian-born physician to be appointed by the less of the time of day, or the treacherous rise to honor and congratulate Linda Stone— Massachusetts General Hospital, Harvard weather, he would unfailingly travel to the hos- a longtime anti-hunger advocate in Seattle— Medical School in 1984, and then recognized pital and provide comfort and support to those on her retirement. as a leader in the field of Radiology, when she in grief. For the last 30 years, Linda has been a became Chief of the Diagnostic Imaging Re- On September 12, 1991, Father Wynants prominent leader in the fight to end hunger. search Branch of the National Cancer Institute proudly served as Chaplain for a day in the She is known throughout the region for her in 1990. United States Senate. Senator Max Baucus tenure as the Food Policy Director for the Chil- A year later, in 1985, Naakh and Klara fol- sponsored him for this honor, and he was in- dren’s Alliance, a public-policy organization lowed Faina to Boston, where they had helped troduced by Senator Robert Byrd. Father that advocates for the needs of children. Her countless members of the Russian Jewish Wynants never forgot this honor. Sometime history also includes service as the Director of Community (RJC) in Brighton and Allston and later, a staff member in Senator Baucus’ office the Governor’s Task Force on Hunger and as championed their causes. Several years later, became seriously ill and was recuperating at the founder of the Washington Food Policy Naakh was elected a leader of the RJC grass Fairfax Hospital when Father Wynants walked Action Center. roots movement. He has been serving in that into her room announcing that the DCCC had Linda served as the driving force behind a capacity ever since and has received wide sent him to check in on her. This brightened strategic plan to end childhood hunger in

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His marine transportation and vessel activities. states that collaborate on anti-hunger initia- service in the House of Representatives has The Coast Guard is also directed to review ex- tives. She led the coalition’s efforts to secure proven invaluable to both the Department of isting regulations to improve navigation safety. over $6 billion in funding for the national Sup- Defense and Congress. Adrian utilized this ex- The goal of the report is to identify the impact plemental Nutrition Assistance Program perience and knowledge to assist Members, to the current and future navigational activities (SNAP). She also helped to create a system staff, and notably, the Subcommittee on the and how to avoid unsafe operating require- that assisted local farmers at community farm- Middle East and North Africa—which I cur- ments on vessels, and revise existing regula- ers markets to sell affordable fresh fruits and rently chair—where I had the privilege and tions to improve navigational safety in Nan- vegetables in areas that previously lacked af- honor to interact with him on numerous occa- tucket Sound. fordable access. sions. f Linda has been recognized for her extraor- During Major Foster’s distinguished service dinary efforts numerous times, including being to this Nation, he has earned awards and SUPPORT FUNDING FOR THE named National Child Advocate of the Year in decorations including: the Bronze Star Medal, INTERNATIONAL ATOMIC EN- 1997 by Voices for America’s Children. She is Meritorious Service Medal, Army Achievement ERGY AGENCY acknowledged by her colleagues as having Medal, Army Reserve Component Achieve- been an unwavering and powerful champion ment Medal, National Defense Service Medal, HON. BILL FOSTER Iraq Campaign Medal, Global War on Ter- for families that experience food insecurity. OF ILLINOIS rorism Service Medal, Noncommissioned Offi- Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor that I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES congratulate Linda Stone on her retirement cer Professional Development Ribbon, Army and recognize her tremendous impact in the Service Ribbon, Overseas Service Ribbon, Air Friday, December 18, 2015 fight to end hunger, the work she has done in Assault Badge, Combat Action Badge, and the Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, on December 7, Washington State and beyond. Army Staff Identification Badge. In addition to 2015, I, along with 60 of my colleagues, sent his civilian education, Adrian is a graduate of f a letter to the House Appropriations Com- the Military Police Officer Basic and Advanced mittee urging robust funding for the accounts TRIBUTE TO MAJOR ADRIAN Courses, and the Command and General Staff that support the International Atomic Energy FOSTER College. Agency (IAEA), an international organization Mr. Speaker, it has been a pleasure to work tasked with verifying that states comply with HON. ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN closely with Major Foster over the last few their commitments under the Non-Proliferation years of his decorated career. He is truly a OF FLORIDA Treaty and other non-proliferation agreements. testament to the seven core values of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Whether or not Members of Congress sup- Army: Loyalty, Duty, Respect, Selfless Serv- ported the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Ac- Friday, December 18, 2015 ice, Honor, Integrity, and Personal Courage. tion, we have a foremost responsibility to the On behalf of a grateful Nation, it is my honor Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, today I continued security of the United States and to recognize the selfless service and sacrifice recognize Major Adrian Foster of the United our allies. Funding the organization that is of Major Adrian Foster, his wife Tamara, and States Army for his extraordinary dedication to tasked with monitoring and verifying Iran’s nu- their daughters, Brenna Simone and Sienna duty and service to our Nation. Major Foster clear activities is essential to that security. As Marie. I wish them the very best as they con- will soon transition from his current assign- such, I submit the following letter from the tinue to dedicate their lives in the service of ment as an Army Congressional Liaison in the Center for Arms Control and Non-Proliferation. our Nation as they move on to the next chap- House of Representatives to the 759th Military DECEMBER 17, 2015. Police Battalion at Fort Carson, Colorado. ter of their lives together. We will miss them. Withholding Funding from the IAEA is Ill- f Adrian enlisted in the United States Army in Advised and Dangerous. 1997 and received his commission through Ar- COAST GUARD AUTHORIZATION DEAR MEMBERS OF CONGRESS: As individ- izona State University ROTC in 2003. ACT OF 2015 Throughout his Army career, Adrian has uals who have dedicated our professional lives to national security and nuclear non- served in numerous tactical, leadership, and SPEECH OF proliferation, we strongly urge that the staff assignments as a Military Police Officer. HON. DUNCAN HUNTER International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) Adrian served as a Platoon Leader in the receive full funding to monitor Iran’s com- OF CALIFORNIA 978th Military Police Company, commanded pliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES both the 16th and 72nd Military Police Detach- of Action. ments, and served as the Provost Marshal Thursday, December 10, 2015 The United States, its international nego- Operations Officer at Fort Bliss, Texas, where Mr. HUNTER. Mr. Speaker, Section 310(b) tiating partners, and Iran continue to move he was responsible for daily law enforcement, of H.R. 4188, the Coast Guard Authorization towards full implementation of the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, which will re- military working dog operations, inter-agency Act of 2015, requires the Coast Guard to pre- strict and monitor Iran’s nuclear activity in collaboration and installation security. Adrian’s pare a Port Access Route Study for Nantucket exchange for relief from economic sanctions other previous assignments include Battalion Sound. The study would include the area sub- related to its nuclear program. The nuclear Police Transition Team Chief, Battalion Assist- ject to a lease for the Cape Wind Project. That watchdog organization, the IAEA, is respon- ant Operations Officer, and Battalion Oper- lease is the subject of pending litigation that sible for verifying that Iran is in compliance ations Officer. In support of contingency oper- challenges, among other claims, the Coast with the agreement through an unprece- ations, Adrian has deployed twice to Iraq for a Guard’s terms and conditions under section dented system of intrusive inspections and cumulative total of 24 months. 414 of the Coast Guard and Maritime Trans- safeguards. IAEA monitoring is essential for deterring In 2012, Adrian was selected for the highly portation Act of 2006 for failing to protect navi- and detecting illicit nuclear behavior by competitive Army Congressional Fellowship gational safety. It is important that we do not Iran; without adequate funding, the inter- Program. As part of this program, Adrian was interfere in this litigation, and section 310(b) national community cannot responsibly first assigned as an Army Congressional Fel- does not make any presuppositions about the verify that Iran’s nuclear program remains low in the office of former Chairman of the validity of the Coast Guard’s actions under peaceful and in-line with its commitments. House Permanent Select Committee on Intel- section 414. In addition, section 310(b) does According to Director General Yukiya ligence, Chairman MIKE ROGERS (R–MI). As if not make any presuppositions about the valid- Amano, the IAEA requires an additional that task wasn’t daunting enough, Adrian also ity of the lease for that Project. It is for the $10.6 million per year to undertake this task. This additional funding will pay for new in- earned a Masters in Legislative Affairs from court to decide whether the Coast Guard prop- spectors, the installation and maintenance the George Washington University that year. erly set the terms and conditions for that of safeguard and verification technology, and Adrian was then assigned to serve in the project in accordance with section 414, and other monitoring activities that exceed the House Army Congressional Liaison office for the Department of the Interior imposed proper surveillance normally conducted by the the remainder of his Fellowship Program. conditions on the lease. IAEA.

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LEVIN reviews during performances in Washington, DC, Indianapolis and Chicago. Release of these documents would violate OF MICHIGAN Mrs. Cohen is passionate about ensuring the confidentiality of the IAEA, which has IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES been universally regarded as necessary to en- Emmett Till’s story is never forgotten; which sure the cooperation of countries with in- Thursday, December 17, 2015 she does daringly throughout the play. It has spection and verification agreements. Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, House Democrats been presented to dignitaries, students, Su- Though the resolution is not legally binding, did not include the excise tax when we ap- preme Court justices, and now, the NYPD and it sets a dangerous precedent for future leg- proved the House version of ACA—it was its recent classes of recruits. Her commitment islation. added later by the Senate. I expressed con- and understanding of how vital Emmett Till’s It is difficult to understand why Members cern about the impact of this provision from story is to our nation was heralded by the Till family last spring when they honored Mrs. of Congress would block verification of day one, and have worked to raise awareness Cohen with the ‘‘Women of Courage’’ award Iran’s nuclear activities. Such a self-defeat- of the problem. I am pleased with the provi- ing move would only increase the potential established to honor the memory of Emmett’s sion in the budget calling for a two-year delay for Iran to hide violations of the agreement mother, Mamie Till Mobley. Additionally, in and voted for the Omnibus bill with this provi- by reducing the likelihood of detection. 2014 Mrs. Cohen led the way to have a tree sion. We strongly urge Congress to ensure that planted in memory of Emmett Till, at the When it comes to reigning in health care the IAEA receives full funding to effectively United States Capitol. monitor Iran’s implementation of and com- cost growth, Democrats don’t take a back seat To understand why she produced the play, pliance with the Joint Comprehensive Plan to anybody. Indeed, that is one of the main one needs to learn where she came from. of Action. Doing so will make the United aims of the healthcare law—one that has al- Janet Langhart Cohen grew up in segregated States, its allies, and the world safer. ready had significant success. housing in Indianapolis, where the Indiana Ku Sincerely, But this excise tax will shift costs to employ- Klux Klan rose to prominence in the early Hans Blix, Director General Emeritus, ers, who, in turn, will shift more costs to em- IAEA; Maj. General Roger R. Blunt, 1920s. Janet went on to attend Crispus ployees, who will not make up for these costs Attucks High School and later moved to New USA (Ret.); Amb. Kenneth C. Brill with increased wages. (ret), Former ambassador to the IAEA, York City, where she began her career in tele- Founding Director of the U.S. National We need to use this two year delay to ad- vision. Her television career included stints at Counterproliferation Center; Matthew dress this excise tax completely. In our contin- NBC, America Alive with Bruce Jenner, AM Bunn, Professor, Managing the Atom ued efforts to control health costs, we must New York on ABC, WPIX–TV Channel 11, 9 Project, Belfer Center, Harvard Univer- not harm consumers in the process and must Broadcast Plaza on WOR–TV and Entertain- sity; Brig. Gen. Stephen A. Cheney, continue to support working families. ment Tonight. Mrs. Cohen has had the privi- USMC (Ret.); Charles D. Ferguson, f lege of interviewing such luminaries as Presi- Ph.D., President, Federation of Amer- ican Scientists, Former Naval Nuclear A DAY IN HONOR OF JANET dent Jimmy Carter, Margaret Thatcher, Rosa Officer; Trevor Findlay, Associate, LANGHART COHEN Parks, Mel Gibson, Arnold Schwarzenegger, Managing the Atom Project, Belfer Denzel Washington, Dan Rather, Oprah Center, Harvard University; Brig. Gen. Winfrey, Whoopi Goldberg, Barbara Walters Evelyn ‘‘Pat’’ Foote, USA (Ret.); Lt. HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL and Larry King, as well as David Duke former Gen. Robert Gard, USA (Ret.), Chair- OF NEW YORK head of the Ku Klux Klan. man Emeritus, Center for Arms Con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Janet married William S. Cohen, who at the trol & Non-Proliferation; Richard L. Friday, December 18, 2015 time served as Secretary of Defense, under Garwin, Contributor to design and test President William Jefferson Clinton, and be- of nuclear weapons, IBM Fellow Emer- Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in came known as ‘‘First Lady of the Pentagon’’ itus; Amb. Thomas Graham Jr. (ret.), honor of Emmy nominated journalist, author Chairman, Lightbridge Corp.; Lt. Gen. due to her active and visible public role at the and playwright Janet Langhart Cohen’s one- Defense Department. Mrs. Cohen spurred Arlen D. Jameson. USAF (Ret.); Brig. act play, ‘‘Anne & Emmett.’’ On October 23, Gen. John H. Johns, USA (Ret.), Ph.D., several initiatives aimed at morale and well- Professor Emeritus, National Defense 2015, at the MIST Harlem Cultural Center, I being of military and civilian employees at the University. joined with the New Heritage Theatre Group, Pentagon; which included the Military Family David Kay, Former IAEA Chief Weapons the Greater Harlem Chamber of Commerce Forum, the Pentagon Pops concert series, the Inspector in Iraq (after first Gulf War); and MIST Harlem to welcome playwright Janet Secretary of Defense Annual Holiday Tour, Lt. Gen. Claudia J. Kennedy, USA Langhart Cohen to the Village of Harlem, and her own series of interviews on Pentagon (Ret.); Daryl G. Kimball, Executive Di- where she presented the one-act play ‘‘Anne rector, Arms Control Association; Maj. TV, Special Assignment. She was given a vol- & Emmett,’’ directed by Thomas W. Jones II. unteer position as ‘‘First Lady of the USO’’ Gen. Frederick H. Lawson, USA (Ret.); The play, ‘‘Anne and Emmett,’’ focuses on an Edward P. Levine, Ph.D., Retired sen- and helped recruit celebrities and civilians to ior professional staff member, Senate imaginary conversation between Anne Frank work with the United Service Organizations. Foreign Relations Committee; Jeffrey and Emmett Till, who were victims of religious Her many awards and honors include Hadas- Lewis, Director of the East Asia Non- intolerance and racial hatred. That evening, sah Woman of the Year and The Zachary and proliferation Program, Center for Non- ‘‘Anne and Emmett’’ was filmed by The New Elizabeth Award for Distinguished Civilian Hu- proliferation Studies; Martin Mallin, Heritage Group under the supervision of cele- manitarian Service for her work on behalf of Executive Director, Managing the brated director/producer and former Chair of members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their Atom Project, Belfer Center, Harvard Columbia University’s Graduate Film Program, families. In President Bill Clinton’s last State of University; Laura Rockwood, Execu- Professor Jamal Joseph. tive Director, Vienna Center for Disar- the Union Address, he praised Mrs. Cohen for mament and Non-Proliferation, Former The presentation of ‘‘Anne and Emmett’’ her enormous contribution to the welfare and Section Head, IAEA; Joan Rohlfing, was made possible by RARIA (Race and Rec- morale of our men and women in uniform and President and COO, Nuclear Threat Ini- onciliation in America), a not for profit organi- their families. tiative; Andrew K. Semmel, Former zation co-founded by Janet Langhart Cohen, Mr. Speaker, I joined with the New Heritage Deputy Assistant Secretary of State New York City Police Commissioner William J. Theatre Group, the Greater Harlem Chamber for Nuclear Nonproliferation and Pol- Bratton and the New York City Police Acad- of Commerce, MIST Harlem and the Village of icy; Lt. Gen. James M. Thompson, USA emy. First premiered in 2009 at the United Harlem to dedicate Friday, October 23, 2015 (Ret.), Vice Chair, Boise, ID Committee States Holocaust Museum, ‘‘Anne & Emmett,’’ in honor of Janet Langhart Cohen for her life- on Foreign Relations; Jim Walsh, Ph.D., Security Studies Program, MIT; was conceived by Janet Langhart Cohen. The long commitment to ending racial and religious Honorable Andy Weber, Former Assist- plays two main characters were Emmett Till, a intolerance and hatred in our Nation. I ask you ant Secretary of Defense for Nuclear, 14-year-old boy whose brutal murder in Mis- and my colleagues to join me in recognition of Chemical and Biological Defense Pro- sissippi sixty years ago which sparked the this great unheralded American, Janet grams. modern civil rights movement; and the young Langhart Cohen.

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Shockingly, women with higher levels of healthcare. education experience the largest earning Clinics are shutting down at alarming rates Friday, December 18, 2015 gaps, as do minority women regardless of throughout the country as a result of dev- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, we face educational attainment. astating restrictions and barriers imposed a real problem in America as it relates to the The percentage of women in poverty has in- throughout Texas. rights of women and how this will one day im- creased over the past decade, from 12.1% to A Texas statute known as HB2 (House Bill pact our young girls. 14.5%, with a higher rate of poverty than men. 2), was enacted several years ago claiming to We live in a great country founded on prin- As such, women are exposed to higher rates promote women’s health, when in fact it only ciples of liberty, justice and equality. of homelessness and violence without ade- set in motion dangerous restrictions on wom- Throughout history, we have grown and de- quate protections in place in shelters and en’s access to reproductive health care. veloped into a nation where women hold some housing support options. In addition to constant attacks on funding for of the most prestigious and powerful positions Women in detention facilities throughout the reproductive health care clinics, abortion pro- in our country and throughout the world, as country are also experiencing increasingly viders in Texas were forced to undergo impos- scientists, astronauts, businesswomen, edu- high rates of over-incarceration, sexual vio- sible million dollar renovations and upgrades. cators, government officials, Supreme Court lence, shackling while pregnant, solitary con- Denying hundreds of thousands of women justices, and hopefully one day soon, the finement, lack of alternative custodial sen- health care services in Texas, nearly half of all President of our United States. tencing for women with dependent children, reproductive health care clinics were forced to However, as a global champion and advo- and inadequate access to health care and re- shut down, and now only 10 remain in the cate of international human rights and the rule entry programs. second largest state in the country. of law, the United States still has a long ways Migrant women traveling to the U.S., many Another moment will occur when the Su- to go guaranteeing equal access to legal victims of trafficking and violence, including preme Court decides Whole Woman’s Health rights and protections for all women in Amer- sexual violence, are kept in detention centers v. Cole, which will decide the fate of the re- ica. with children for prolonged periods of time. maining clinics in Texas and throughout the The United Nations Working Group on Dis- Notably, the criminalization of women in nation. crimination against Women in the Law and prostitution places them in unjust, vulnerable No woman in America should be denied the Practice (U.N. Working Group) recently issued and stigmatized situations that are contrary to dignity of being able to make choices about a sobering statement and assessment, with a international human rights law. her body and healthcare. full report to follow in June 2016, delineating The U.N. has also pointed out that women, Access to safe, legal and unhindered an infringement on the rights of women in particularly black and LGBTQ women, in the healthcare must be realized by all women. America. U.S. experience deplorable police brutality and A woman’s right to choose to have an abor- Upon visiting several states throughout the increased incidents of homicide by police. tion is a constitutionally protected fundamental country, including my home state of Texas, Even though women own over 1⁄3 of firms in right. the U.N. Working Group concluded that the U.S., primarily in small and medium sized More than 40 years ago in the landmark de- women in the United States inexplicably lag businesses, these businesses face greater cision in Roe v. Wade, 410 U.S. 113, (1973), behind international human rights standards. barriers in obtaining low cost capital from the U.S. Supreme Court ruled 7–2 that the Pointing to data and research on public and sources such as the Small Business Adminis- right to privacy under the Due Process Clause political representation, economic and social tration—which awards less than 5% of federal of the 14th Amendment extends to a woman’s rights, and health and safety protections, ex- contracts to women-owned business. decision to have an abortion. perts in the U.N. Working Group boldly ac- Lastly, one of the most alarming deficiencies More recently, in Planned Parenthood v. knowledged that there is a myth that women for women in America is the lack of access to Casey, 505 U.S. 833 (1992), the Supreme in the United States already enjoy all of the basic health care and the imposition of dev- Court upheld Roe v. Wade and further ex- expected standards of rights and protections astating barriers to reproductive health and plained that states could not enact medically because they live in America. rights. unnecessary regulations meant to create sub- A woman’s fundamental reproductive right is Too many women are suffering dire and stantial obstacles for women seeking abortion tied to their economic independence, em- deadly consequences. services. powerment and wellbeing of her family. Between 1990 and 2013, the maternal mor- Yet, fairness and access to exercise con- The reality is, women in the United States tality rate for women in the U.S. has increased stitutionally protected fundamental rights is are experiencing continued discrimination and by 136%. trampled on and denied to millions of women. daunting disparities that curtail their ability to Black women are nearly 4 times more likely We cannot ignore the unfairness of imbal- fully participate as equal members of society. to die in childbirth, and states with high pov- anced protection and access to fundamentally The primary areas and statistics noted, in- erty rates have a 77% higher maternal mor- protected rights for women in America when it clude the following: tality rate. is easier to purchase and lawfully possess a Women have risen to some of the highest Our global experts and allies acknowledge firearm—even for a person on the terrorist levels of legislative and executive representa- that even though women’s reproductive rights watchlist—than it is for a woman to exercise tion over the years, yet with only 4 of 15 cabi- in America are constitutionally protected, ac- her constitutional right to terminate a preg- net members, 19.4% of Congressional Mem- cess to reproductive health services are se- nancy. bers and an average of 24.9% of state legisla- verely abridged by states’ imposition of Mr. Speaker, this is neither fair nor right and tures, the U.S. ranks at only 72 in the global sweeping barriers and restrictions. it should not be rewarded. market of women represented in public and For instance, in many states, women must As our nation continues to push back political positions. undergo unjustified and invasive medical pro- against horrific acts of violence at the hands of While the number of women justices has cedures; endure groundless waiting periods; dangerous and irresponsible gun owners and significantly increased, women litigants’ ac- be subjected to harassment, violence or other gun dealers, and our nation’s number one pro- cess to justice is severely limited. threatening conditions that remain constant vider of women’s healthcare continues to ex- Although women vote in higher percentages throughout all reproductive health care clinics; perience violent and deadly attacks on its per- than men, women’s access to voting is under and forced to forgo treatment or engage in sonnel and facilities, it is time we find common attack in states like Alabama where increased lengthy and costly travel due to closure of clin- ground. voter ID requirements pose unprecedented ics faced with burdensome licensing condi- A woman’s right to choose to have an abor- barriers. tions. tion and an individual’s right to possess a fire- Women constitute nearly half of the US These restrictions disproportionately dis- arm are both constitutionally protected funda- labor force, at a participation rate of 57%. Yet, criminate against poor women. mental rights. equal economic opportunity is severely lacking The United States can and should do better. I will be working with my colleagues to find given deficient or nonexistent mandatory It is unacceptable that women in America ways to address the unfair and unjust disparity standards for workplace accommodations for are facing a reproductive health care crisis so by reviewing and responding to unwarranted

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These awards include the supports industrial hemp research programs, est in requiring a woman to wait several days, NAOIP 1995 Award of Excellence for Eco- and increased funding for brain research. undergo a physical examination, receive coun- nomic Development, 2003 ‘‘Best of Reston’’ There are also many positive provisions for seling and education about alternative options designation, the 2004 Fairfax County Federa- the environment in these bills. I am delighted before making the decision to terminate a tion of Citizen Associations Citizen of the that the Land and Water Conservation Fund pregnancy, then it has an equally compelling Year, the 2006 Times Community Newspapers has been reauthorized and funded at a signifi- interest in requiring a person seeking to obtain Reston Citizen of the Year, the 2009 inaugural cant increase of $144 million. This program is a firearm to demonstrate the mental, physical, Robert E. Simon Community Service Award, one of the most important tools we have to and emotional fitness to possess an instru- the 2011 Jinx Hazel Arts Citizen of the Year, protect land and habitat, construct parks and ment that is used to kill more than 30,000 and in 2013 he was the Grand Marshal of the purchase other outdoor spaces that are cher- Americans annually. Reston Holiday Parade. ished in communities. I hope that one day soon in America it will Northern Virginia is a vibrant region where Both bills take important steps to help us not be harder for a woman to exercise her countless people donate their time, energy, transition away from fossil fuels and allow us fundamental right to choose than it is for a and financial support for the betterment of our to meaningfully contribute in the global fight person on the terrorist watchlist to lawfully pur- neighbors and our community as a whole. against climate change. In particular, the long- chase and possess firearms. In this region where so many do so much, term extension of tax credits for wind and At a minimum, I urge the Congress to re- Mr. Ritchey stands out and is an example of solar energy development will significantly ex- dedicate itself to the critically important but un- what one person can do. He has created a pand the development of clean renewable en- finished task of ensuring equality of oppor- legacy that will live on for future generations to ergy across the country at a critical time in our tunity and protection of law for women. enjoy and has truly been a force in Reston struggle to reduce carbon emissions. With this f and Northern Virginia being considered among support, the solar industry estimates that by 2020, it will deploy more than 20 GW of solar CONGRATULATING JOE RITCHEY the best places in the country in which to live, work, play, and raise a family. electricity annually. AND PROSPECTIVE, INC. The provisions supporting wind energy will Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join free that industry from a repeated boom-and- me in congratulating Joe Ritchey and Pro- HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY bust cycle caused by inaction in Congress, spective, Inc. on being honored as a BCA 10 OF VIRGINIA and will strengthen the build out of low-cost, recipient, and in thanking him for his unwaver- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES emission-free renewable energy from coast to ing and tireless efforts on behalf of our com- Friday, December 18, 2015 coast. munity. The elimination of many of the damaging Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to con- f environmental riders that were proposed dur- gratulate Joe Ritchey and his company, Pro- ing the appropriations process was a major spective, Inc. on being named one of the 2015 SUPPORT FOR OMNIBUS AND TAX victory, measures that would have defunded BCA 10: Best Businesses Partnering with the EXTENDERS LEGISLATION the Clean Power Plan, or reduced protections Arts in America honorees. Presented every for endangered species among many others. year by Americans for the Arts’ Business HON. EARL BLUMENAUER There are certainly provisions in both of Committee for the Arts (BCA), the BCA 10 OF OREGON these bills that I do not support. It is troubling awards honor U.S. companies for their excep- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that we are drifting away from discipline in tional commitment to the arts. Friday, December 18, 2015 terms of dealing with the deficit. There were Joe Ritchey and his firm actively support a many missed opportunities to reduce wasteful Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, I voted for vibrant local arts scene in Reston and spending and redirect those resources to both the omnibus and tax extender bills that throughout Fairfax County. Mr. Ritchey helped where it is more needed. We will continue to came before the House this week. They rep- form the Initiative for Public Art—Reston spend billions of dollars every year on a nu- resented hard work and compromises by (IPAR), where he still serves as President and clear arsenal we can’t afford and will not use. Chair. IPAR consists of a group of civic lead- many on both sides of the aisle and across Through tax breaks and direct subsidies, we ers who represent Reston’s key community or- the advocacy community. I commend so many will also continue to directly support wildly ganizations and seek to inspire and expand of my colleagues for reminding us of what we profitable industries that do not need this sup- the community’s commitment to public art. In can accomplish when we work together on be- port—such as agribusiness and the petroleum 2008, IPAR launched a process that led to the half of the American people. industry. adoption of the Public Art Master Plan for These bills don’t just do the bare minimum The bills also fail to address the need for Reston which strives to incorporate art into to keep the government open and continue new and different revenues, such as a carbon public spaces. Anyone strolling through the the policy status quo as we have done many tax and a gas tax increase to rebuild crum- many parks and public squares in Reston can times in recent years. Instead, they actually in- bling infrastructure, to protect our environment readily see the impact of the Master Plan. vest in important programs, many that I have and to properly invest in social safety net pro- Mr. Ritchey’s contributions and influence ex- supported for years and that are priorities for grams over the long run. tend far beyond Reston and have benefited Oregonians. Both bills include provisions that on their our larger Fairfax County community. A pas- I am pleased to see the extenders legisla- own, I would not support. I remain sionate lover of the arts, he has served on the tion support research and development, and unpersuaded that we need to lift the crude oil boards of the Arts Council of Fairfax County provide important tools—such as an extension export ban. I have voted against such legisla- (Board Chairman in 2013 and 2014), Chil- of the New Markets program—to invest in our tion in the past since it will not help us transi- dren’s Museum of Northern Virginia, Wolf Trap communities. The tax package increases the tion to a cleaner energy future. The inclusion Foundation for the Performing Arts Associates, benefit for transit riders to the same level as of the Cybersecurity Information and Sharing and the Greater Reston Arts Center. the parking tax benefit, providing much-need- Act is troubling because it fails to strike the A successful businessman, Mr. Ritchey also ed tax fairness, strengthening options for com- right balance between privacy and security, or shares his knowledge and expertise with nu- muters, and eliminating an incentive to drive to between the responsibility of the private sector merous other organizations. He serves or has work. This provision will ease congestion and and the government. The omnibus also con- served on the boards or in other leadership road wear and make our transportation system tinues an irresponsible policy rider that inter- roles of the Reston Hospital Center of HCA more sustainable. feres with the District of Columbia’s ability to Virginia Health System (Board Chairman in The omnibus also contains robust funding manage the sale of marijuana to ensure safety 2011 and 2012), the Dulles Regional Chamber for public broadcasting, animal welfare en- and appropriate regulations. Finally, the ex- of Commerce, the Northern Virginia Transpor- forcement, and health and scientific research. tenders legislation imposes new rules and re- tation Alliance, the Dulles Corridor Rail Asso- It includes the highest-ever levels of funding sponsibilities on the overburdened staff at the ciation, the Greater Reston Chamber of Com- for the implementation of the Water for the Internal Revenue Service. We currently have merce, and he is an active supporter of Res- Poor and Water for the World Acts, for which the most efficient tax collection system in the ton Interfaith, Nature House, and the George I have fought for years. I am pleased that the world among developed nations, but we have Mason University Center for Regional Anal- bill contains many provisions that I helped been systematically destroying its ability to ysis. champion, including language to ensure the serve taxpayers by doing its job.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:27 Dec 19, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18DE8.040 E18DEPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 18, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1843 I also am disappointed that the omnibus did offering many new merit badges that focus on CELEBRATING THE 250TH ANNI- not include a number of key spending prior- cutting-edge technologies and industries that VERSARY OF THE HOMESTEAD ities that should command support from every- did not exist years ago. And while much has RESORT one. The bill does not include an important changed, the core values of the Scouting pro- change to wildfire spending. We should treat gram have remained constant since Troop 114 HON. BOB GOODLATTE wildfires like other major disasters and elimi- was founded in 1916. OF VIRGINIA nate the practice of ‘‘fire borrowing,’’ which I am pleased to congratulate Shrewsbury IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES drains agency non-fire budgets to pay for fire- Boy Scout Troop 114 as they celebrate their Friday, December 18, 2015 fighting. The bill also fails to reauthorize the centennial and a proud history of helping all of Historic Preservation Fund, the main source of Mr. GOODLATTE. Mr. Speaker, the Home- our boys reach their full potential. Here’s to federal support for preservation projects that stead Resort is a piece of American history another great hundred years. celebrate the heritage and history of commu- nestled in the Allegheny Mountains of Vir- nities across America. Finally, the omnibus ginia—surrounded by the natural beauty of the continues a decades long ban on federal re- f landscape, permeated by healing mineral search on the causes and factors behind gun waters, and displaying the quintessential HONORING THE RETIREMENT OF Southern charm for which it has become so violence. Everyone should allow researchers MR. CHARLIE HALL well known. For 250 years, The Homestead to study and share information about gun vio- Resort has served as a respite for weary trav- lence in order to promote evidence-based poli- elers. From presidents and celebrities to fami- cies to reduce horrific incidents. lies and visitors from around the globe, The Despite these shortcomings, however, I sup- HON. JACKIE WALORSKI Homestead has been a place where genera- port the overall package. On the whole, it’s OF INDIANA tions have come to rest, relax, and rejuve- balanced and includes meaningful provisions IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nate—all while enjoying the hospitality of our that will support priorities important to Orego- region. nians and across the country. I’m hopeful this Friday, December 18, 2015 Located in Virginia’s Sixth Congressional is an indication that going forward, Congress Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today District in the village of Hot Springs, the his- can work across the aisle and compromise, so tory of The Homestead begins more than a to recognize the honorable service of Charlie that we can do our jobs for the American peo- decade before the founding of our nation. A Hall as he retires as CEO of AM General after ple. young George Washington visited the area, five years of remarkable leadership of this f and later granted the land on which The world-renowned company, the manufacturer of Homestead was built to Captain Thomas HONORING SHREWSBURY BOY the Humvee. Few exemplify the American SCOUT TROOP 114 Bullitt. In 1766, The Homestead saw its start spirit more than Mr. Hall and his contributions as an 18-room lodge. In 1818, former Presi- are truly deserving of this body’s recognition. dent Thomas Jefferson spent three weeks HON. JAMES P. McGOVERN For more than 35 years, Hall has worked in soaking in the mineral pools. To date, 23 U.S. OF MASSACHUSETTS domestic and international business. He presidents have visited the resort, including IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES began his career as a summer intern at former President George W. Bush in 2015. Friday, December 18, 2015 Chrysler Defense where he returned full time Under the ownership of the Ingalls family for roughly 100 years until 1993, The Homestead Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today upon completing his business degree from Western Michigan University. saw many additions and improvements to to honor Shrewsbury Boy Scout Troop 114. shape the property as we know it today. Now January 2016 will mark the 100th anniver- A driven and natural born leader, Hall then known as The Omni Homestead Resort, over sary of Shrewsbury Boy Scout Troop 114. The became an employee of General Dynamics in the past 200-plus years it has grown to en- troop, which has been chartered by the First 1984, where he worked at nearly every level compass 2,300 acres with 483 guest rooms, Congregational Church of Shrewsbury since of the organization including plant manager, numerous dining outlets, and more than 30 1916, is one of the oldest troops in Mohegan vice president, and president of General Dy- recreational activities. Today, this iconic resort Council as well as one of the oldest troops namics Land Systems. While serving in the continues to play a critical role in the economy within the Boy Scouts of America. Combat Systems Group at General Dynamics, of Bath County as a leading employer. Annu- For the last hundred years, Shrewsbury Boy Hall oversaw nearly 20,000 employees. ally, the resort employs upwards of 1,000 Scout Troop 114 has been a vibrant part of workers, and is a significant source of tourism our community and helped to teach our young Hall joined AM General as CEO in January 2011, and set out to fortify the HMMWV for surrounding communities and attractions. boys the skills that prepare them to lead and The success of The Homestead is a testa- the values that strengthen our families in brand, grow international sales, and diversify the commercial vehicle business. Hall will re- ment to its hardworking and dedicated em- Shrewsbury and the surrounding communities. ployees, like Woody Pettus, the long-time tire from the company accomplishing these Troop 114, which is comprised of 70 Scouts maıˆtre d’ in the main dining room. Woody is goals and much more. He restructured the who range in age from 10 to 17, is led by an institution at The Homestead and is one of business from top to bottom, launched critical Scoutmaster Rick Spurr as well as 28 reg- five generations of his family who have istered adult leaders. All of them work to build partnerships with the National Guard and Re- worked there over the years. For many character and train the Scouts in the respon- serves, secured unprecedented foreign military guests, the staff at The Homestead has be- sibilities of participating citizenship and devel- sales, and diversified the company’s commer- come an extended family. oping personal fitness. cial portfolio, just to name a few of his most If you have not been to The Homestead, Troop 114 helps our boys stay active and notable achievements. you are truly missing out on a little slice of physically fit with 10 campouts per year and a Best known for his collaborative, delibera- heaven. From the columns flanking the main week of summer camp. Since 1916, Troop tive, no-nonsense leadership style, Hall has entrance and the welcoming expanse of the 114 has spent over 2,500 nights camping never lost track of his top priority: delivering Great Hall to the beautifully designed gardens throughout New England and members of the best light tactical vehicles on the planet for and miles of trails, a visit to The Homestead Troop 114 have represented Shrewsbury our men and women in uniform. Under his is certainly a unique experience. Over the proudly at every National Boy Scout Jamboree leadership, AM General has truly been trans- years, this resort has become a special place that has ever been held. formed and stands poised for a very bright fu- for my family and many others. The people of Through the years, 124 members of Troop ture. Bath County are proud to call this landmark 114 have attained the rank of Eagle Scout. their own, and it is an honor to represent them For the last decade, crews of Scouts have at- I want to take this opportunity to once again and America’s First Resort in the U.S. House tended national High Adventure camps across thank Charlie Hall for having such an extraor- of Representatives. the country, including Philmont Scout Ranch in dinary impact on this company and for serving Throughout 2016, The Homestead will New Mexico, Seabase in Florida and the Ba- as a role model for the next generation of honor the past, present and future of Amer- hamas, and Maine High Adventure in northern leaders in our community. On behalf of myself ica’s First Resort. I congratulate The Home- Maine. and my fellow Hoosiers, I thank him for his stead on this 250th anniversary, and wish Over the past 100 years Scouting, Troop commitment to service and exceptional leader- them many more milestone anniversaries to 114 has kept up with the changing world by ship. come.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:27 Dec 19, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18DE8.041 E18DEPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1844 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 18, 2015 IN MEMORY OF KISHIN ‘‘KAY’’ has in place an educational safety program for gional transit system, Sound Transit, on her BHAVNANI-RAMA its residents and firefighters alike. Lt. VanDyk retirement. Joni has been an extraordinary has shown what it means to go above and be- and transformative civic leader; forever chang- HON. KEVIN BRADY yond the call of duty and truly has improved ing the public transportation system in the Puget Sound region. OF TEXAS the safety of the Katy community. Keep up the Joni’s public service has been a lifelong en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hard work and thank you for all that you do. On behalf of the Twenty-Second District of deavor and began when she was just a teen- Friday, December 18, 2015 Texas, congratulations again to Lt. Simon ager, when she served as Assistant Treasurer Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, even VanDyk for winning this year’s Firefighter of at the City of Bremerton’s City Treasurer of- with the joys of the holidays all around us, this the Year Award. fice. Upon graduation from Washington State University, Joni would continue her career in week has been a sad one for The Woodlands. f A ‘bigger than life’ bright light has left us after 1987 as the City Manager of Mill Creek. Later, a long illness. A TRUE AMERICAN HERO PASSES she brought her leadership abilities to Snoho- I was honored to be one of Kishin ‘‘Kay’’ mish County as the Deputy County Executive Bhavnani’s first friends when he moved to The HON. ALAN S. LOWENTHAL until 2000, when she was recruited to join Sound Transit as its Chief Operating Officer Woodlands in 1987. Kay made any day bright- OF CALIFORNIA er. (COO). IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As COO, Joni was tasked with saving a When he passed away on December 16, Friday, December 18, 2015 $1.9 billion light rail project that was years be- 2015 after a lengthy illness, I lost a dear hind schedule and a billion dollars over budg- friend, but Veena (Shalani), Nick and Amit lost Mr. LOWENTHAL. Mr. Speaker, I am deeply saddened by the passing of Tibor (Ted) Rubin. et. Just months after arriving, Joni was unex- so much more. pectedly appointed to the role of CEO, where Kay was kindness in human form. He never Our community and our nation have lost a true hero. she discovered the true extent of Sound Tran- met a stranger. Friends were family and any- sit’s difficulties with several projects behind one who needed an open shoulder found one Ted was born in Hungary in 1929. He sur- vived 14 months in a Nazi concentration camp schedule, over budget, and in danger of losing in his presence. federal and public support. during WWII, before his liberation, and even- Having Kay’s support from my days at the With the agency’s future very much in Chamber to today was a blessing I can never tual migration to America. doubt, Joni spearheaded Sound Transit’s re- repay. There were many nights that midnight Inspired by the American soldiers who res- markable turnaround in the early 2000s. She had long passed, but Kay and I kept talking, cued him, he enlisted in the U.S. Army, even- immersed herself in the subject material, gain- laughing, and simply enjoying what friendship tually being deployed as a member of the 1st ing a realistic perspective from agency staff is all about. Cavalry Division during the Korean War. Dur- and realigning expectations for the then-trou- Kay will be remembered for his bottomless ing his service, he faced anti-Semitic discrimi- bled light rail line. Her skillful navigation of the hospitality. When you left his presence, you nation from his sergeant who sent Ted on the relationship with the Sound Transit board, were on top of the world, because you knew most dangerous assignments in South Korea’s which includes local elected officials from you mattered. Pusan Perimeter, where he fought valiantly in throughout the region, won her the trust of Whether it was a great meal or engaging several notable engagements. Democrats and Republicans alike. To those conversation, Papa Rama, as he was known He was eventually captured by the North who had worked with Joni in the past, the to his many ‘‘honorary kids’’, was the con- Koreans on one of these missions. During his transformation of Sound Transit came as no fidant’s confidant. His advice, comfort, laugh- captivity he continued to inspire others, pro- surprise: her career is filled with stories of suc- ter, and sometimes even a well-deserved kick viding moral support and improvised medical cessful turnarounds. in the pants to the many young friends of his techniques to care for his fellow soldiers. Thanks to Joni’s careful stewardship, the sons were golden and will be sorely missed. For his gallantry in close contact with the Puget Sound region’s transit system is today I will always remember his deep love of all enemy and his unyielding courage and brav- on stable footing with Sound Transit rolling out things Elvis Presley. He was born in Hong ery while a prisoner of war Ted was awarded new light rail and bus service. The initial por- Kong in 1938 to Sita Bai Bhavnani (nee the Congressional Medal of Honor in 2005. tion of an extensive light rail system—the first Advani) and Ramchand Bhavnani, but he em- Last August, I was proud to join Ted at a of its kind in the region—was up and running braced America with everything he had. ceremony in Garden Grove to celebrate the by 2009; in 2016, a new light rail extension to He not only spent his life making everyone first United States Postal Service stamp hon- the University of Washington is set to open around him feel good, he made them look oring the extraordinary courage of the 145 months ahead of schedule and $150 million good. His tailoring talents were second to Army, Navy, Air Force, and Marine service under budget. Moving forward, Sound Transit none. members who received the Medal of Honor for is expected to expand its light rail throughout Our prayers are with his soul mate of 45 action during the Korean War. the region, providing new transportation oppor- years, Veena, their children, beloved I was also proud to see the City of Garden tunities for citizens and transforming the eco- grandsons, Zachary and Julian, nieces, neph- Grove name a library after Ted earlier this nomic vitality of the region in the process. ews and extended family who miss Papa year: the Garden Grove Tibor Rubin Library. Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor that I rec- Rama greatly. Talking about his decision to immigrate, Ted ognize Joni Earl on her retirement from Sound I am grateful for his friendship and I grieve once said that America is, ‘‘. . . the best Transit and for her lifetime of service to the along with the entire Rama family. country in the world and I am part of it now. Puget Sound region. It is without a doubt that her leadership and commitment to a better fu- f I do not have to worry about the Gestapo knocking on my door tonight. I have shalom— ture of public transit will continue to impact the FIREFIGHTER OF THE YEAR peace—people die for it.’’ region for generations to come. A long-time resident of Garden Grove, Ted f HON. PETE OLSON was an inspiration to our community in so CELEBRATING THE 50TH ANNIVER- OF TEXAS many ways. We should all honor his persever- SARY OF THE RUCKER PRO LEG- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ance, dedication, and determination to make ENDS & HOLCOMBE RUCKER the world a better place. Friday, December 18, 2015 PARK f Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate Katy Firefighter Lt. Simon HONORING JONI EARL HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL OF NEW YORK VanDyk for receiving this year’s Fire Chief IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Gary Tilton Firefighter of the Year Award. HON. ADAM SMITH Friday, December 18, 2015 Lt. VanDyk’s efforts to create and build a OF WASHINGTON program to inform the citizens of Katy about IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to fire and life safety practices has been a long celebrate the 50th anniversary of Holcombe time passion. VanDyk took it upon himself to Friday, December 18, 2015 Rucker Park; and the legacy, and work of The create a program that would expand outreach Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I Rucker Pro Legends of Basketball fame, a dy- and safety education in the community. Ral- rise to honor Joni Earl, longtime Chief Execu- namic organization and an excellent commu- lying other battalion chiefs, the Katy area now tive Officer (CEO) of the Seattle area’s re- nity service provider. On Friday, August 14th

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:27 Dec 19, 2015 Jkt 059060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18DE8.045 E18DEPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 18, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1845 through Sunday, August 16th, 2015, at the na- Fred’s main objectives were to continue Northern Virginia is fortunate to have one of tionally and internationally known Holcombe Holcombe Rucker’s work, teachings and leg- the most vibrant Korean American commu- Rucker Park located in the Village of Harlem, acy and to inspire youth throughout the great- nities in the United States; approximately New York City; The Greater Harlem Chamber er Harlem community and beyond, which 32,000 Korean Americans live in the 11th Dis- of Commerce, HARLEM WEEK, The National showcased professional basketball players trict. Nearly one-half of our foreign-born popu- Association of Each One Teach One, The from leagues around country to highlight the lation emigrated from Asia, primarily from Harlem Professionals and The New York sport of basketball talent in the same vein as Korea. Knicks had gathered to celebrate The Rucker its creator James Naismith. Those leagues in- The mission of KCPP is to educate the Pro Legends of Basketball’s successes, years cluded the former American Basketball Asso- community on issues of great importance and of influence, as well as their current and old ciation (ABA), Continental Basketball Associa- to encourage participation in the democratic talents. tion (CBA) and the NBA. The games also fea- process. This is particularly critical for our The three-day themed celebration was set tured future talented High School ballers and newer citizens. KCPP addresses this by NCAA College Division players. A basketball to highlight all the great work of athletes and hosting various forums and presentations to landmark, Rucker Park became the site of nu- their years of influence. The Rucker Park 50 provide the tools and knowledge that will allow merous battles between such NBA stars as kicked-off on Friday, August 14th with ‘‘A full participation in our American society. Great Day For the Rucker’’ Cocktail Party re- Wilt Chamberlain, Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Dr. ception at The Harlem Hospital Center’s Mural ‘‘J’’ Julius Erving, and Walt Frazier, and such In Congress, just as I did during my tenure Pavilion featuring a historic group photo shoot playground Legends as Herman ‘‘Helicopter’’ on the Fairfax County Board of Supervisors, I that was taken on the Mural Pavilion Great Knowings, Earl Manigualt, Joe ‘‘The De- have sought out new opportunities to collabo- Steps with the Rucker Pro Legends of Basket- stroyer’’ Hammond, ‘‘Pee Wee’’ Kirkland and rate with the Korean-American community. As ball and Each One Teach One Alumnus who Pablo Robertson of The Harlem Globetrotters. co-chair of the Congressional Korea Caucus, played the game. On Saturday, August 15th, Furthermore, this renowned basketball venue we have worked together to ensure that the the theme featured ‘‘50 Years of Influence’’— has been written in such books as City Game: U.S.-Korean alliance remains strong. The Rucker Legends Honored National Bas- Basketball from the Garden to the Playground Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join ketball Association (NBA) Legends at in Harlem. Foul—The Connie Hawkins Story, me in congratulating the Korean Coalition for Holcombe Rucker Park, located at 155th and Asphalt Gods: An Oral History of The Political Participation on its success and com- Street & 8th Avenue to 156th Street & Harlem Rucker Tournament. mending my friend, Michael Kwon, for his River Drive. The National Basketball Retired Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my distin- leadership as President of this organization. Players Association (NBRPA), NBA Cares and guished colleagues join me in recognizing the the Police Athletic League (PAL) conducted 50th anniversary of Holcombe Rucker Park f basketball clinics for over 100 children with the and The Rucker Pro Legends of Basketball Rucker Pro Legends; which featured Each fame. The Rucker Pro Legends have posi- HONORING STANBERRY HIGH One Teach One Tournament Playoff Games tively impacted basketball players and children SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM throughout the day with celebrity guests and of all ages. Their dedication to their art form; entertainers connected to Rucker Park over to showcase and celebrate the talents of their the years in attendance. current, past and future peers and colleagues; HON. SAM GRAVES On Harlem Day—Sunday, August 16th, the and to the children is truly admirable. This OF MISSOURI three day celebration embodied all that The theme features ‘‘50 Years of Teaching’’—Each IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES One Teach One & New York Knicks Clinic Rucker Pro Legends stand for; for this we Day at Holcombe Rucker Park. The New York should continue to honor the legacy of Friday, December 18, 2015 Knicks and the National Association of Each Holcombe Rucker and the Rucker Park Leg- ends of Basketball. Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I One Teach One conducted clinics throughout proudly pause to recognize the Stanberry High f the day. One of the clinics included the Each School football team. This is a group of very One Teach One Basketball Tournament COMMENDING THE KOREAN COALI- special young men who have exemplified the Championship Games sponsored in part by TION FOR POLITICAL PARTICIPA- finest qualities of teamwork, devotion and State Farm Insurance Company. During this TION FOR ITS SERVICE TO THE sportsmanship by taking an active part in the event the ‘‘50 Greatest Rucker Pro Legends of COMMUNITY classroom and on the field. These Bulldogs re- All-time’’ were announced. Some of the leg- lentlessly pursued their goal and were re- ends that attended the 3-day celebrations HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY warded with the Missouri 8-man high school were Kareem Abdul-Jabbar, Julius ‘‘Dr. J’’ OF VIRGINIA football championship. Erving, Nate ‘‘Tiny’’ Archibald, Tom ‘‘Satch’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Sanders, Nevil Shed, Nancy Lieberman, World The Stanberry Bulldogs defeated North An- B. Free, Richard ‘‘Pee Wee’’ Kirkland, Joe Friday, December 18, 2015 drew 46–42 in the Missouri 8-man champion- ‘‘The Destroyer’’ Hammond, Dave Cowans, Mr. CONNOLLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to com- ship. The work and effort these young men Bob Love, Emmette Bryant, Connie Hawkins, mend the Korean Coalition for Political Partici- have persevered through over the years has Ed Pinckey, Mark Jackson, Chris Mullins and pation (KCPP) for their contributions to our not only earned them numerous honors on many other legends of basketball and surprise community. and off the field, but also the respect of their guests. The 11th District of Virginia is blessed by its families, classmates, and community. The Rucker Professional Tournament is a diversity. Approximately 1 in 4 residents is for- Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in Harlem Summer Professional Basketball Tour- eign-born and nearly 40 percent are minori- commending the Stanberry High School foot- nament that was founded by College and NBA ties. More than 100 languages are spoken in ball team for their accomplishments on the Legends Bob McCullough, Sr. and Fred our schools, and we are home to more minor- field and for their efforts put forth in achieving Crawford, Sr. in 1965 to honor the passing of ity-owned technology firms than anywhere the highest distinction of Missouri 8-man foot- their mentor Holcombe Rucker. Bob’s and else in the nation. ball state champions.

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