October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1867 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

HONORING MATTHEW M. LEWICKI THE DISABLED FEDERAL Mr. Speaker, I believe that everyone in this EMPLOYEES PROTECTION ACT body wants to protect employment opportuni- ties for the severely disabled. I urge my col- HON. DALE E. KILDEE HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN leagues to support and cosponsor the Dis- abled Federal Employees Protection Act. OF MICHIGAN OF MARYLAND ECORD IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I am submitting for the R an article IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that was published by The Washington Post Thursday, October 7, 2004 on October 14, 2003 that describes the situa- Thursday, October 7, 2004 Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, I am proud tion involving the scullery workers at the Na- Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you today to introduce the Disabled Federal Em- tional Naval Medical Center. today on behalf of the members of the Michi- ployees Protection Act. [From the Washington Post, Oct. 4, 2004] The Disabled Federal Employees Protection gan Department of the Polish Legion of Amer- IN BETHESDA, HIRING POLICY, ‘‘COMPETITIVE Act (DFEPA) simply states that in cases SOURCING’’ CLASH ican Veterans, USA to pay tribute to Matthew where federal jobs are contracted out, a Fed- NAVAL MEDICAL CENTER CONSIDERS REPLACING M. Lewicki, World War II veteran, for his serv- eral employee should not lose his or her job DISABLED WORKERS ice in the United States Army’s 45th Infantry if that employee is an individual with a signifi- (By Christopher Lee) 179th Infantry Division from May 1, 1943 to cant physical or developmental disability and President Bush’s efforts to make govern- November 5, 1945. On Saturday, October 16, had been hired under a program designed for ment run more like a business collided this 2004 the Polish Legion along with family and individuals with such disabilities. month with the reality that, in many ways, friends will gather to present Mr. Lewicki with The DFEPA was drafted to respond to a government is not a business. medals he earned during his military career. particular situation that occurred at the Na- For the past 2 years, the Navy, as part of the Bush administration’s initiative, has On May 1, 1943 Mr. Lewicki entered into tional Naval Medical Center in Bethesda, been studying whether a private contractor the U.S. Army during World War II. He was Maryland. Last fall I visited the Hospital, which should take over the custodial and food serv- assigned to the 45th Infantry 179th Infantry Di- has developed an innovative and successful ices provided by 21 Federal employees at the vision as a Private Infantry Auto Rifleman. He program hiring developmentally disabled indi- National Naval Medical Center in Bethesda. viduals from our local community to work in its It is just one small example of Bush’s was wounded at Anzio Beach, Italy. Dunlop kitchen and cafeteria. Many of these individ- ‘‘competitive sourcing’’ initiative, which re- Acting Adjutant General sent notification to Mr. uals have worked there for more than 20 quires hundreds of thousands of civil serv- Lewicki’s family on April 11, 1944 stating that ants across the government to prove they years. They are hard-working, reliable, and can do their work better and more cheaply he had been captured by the Germans and beloved by the naval officers and staff. I was was a Prisoner of War. He had been missing than a private contractor, or risk seeing the shocked to learn that the Administration had work outsourced. in action since February 18th. The Germans selected these positions to be subject to com- But in one important way the 21 workers sent him to a warehouse in Italy for three petitive sourcing. In other words, these hard- in the hospital scullery are different: All are weeks, after which he was transferred to a working disabled employees, who had been mentally retarded, beneficiaries of Federal prison camp in Germany where he was as- hired under a federal program designed spe- policies that promote the employment of signed to work on a farm. His Prisoner of War people with disabilities. cifically to hire the severely disabled, would be To their supporters, the administration’s number was Stalag 7–B, #11689. Mr. Lewicki forced to compete for their own jobs against requirement that they compete for their jobs spent a total of 14 months in captivity. Cor- people who were not disabled, leaving them misses the point that government employ- poral Lewicki was honorably discharged on on the verge of losing their jobs. I wrote the ment has always been about more than the November 5, 1945. Mr. Lewicki, after his dis- President about this injustice and am pleased bottom line. Through various policies and charge from the service, returned to his em- that as a result of our timely intervention, laws, Federal agencies for decades have gone out of their way to hire members of certain ployment at General Motors Buick Motor Divi- plans to compete these jobs have been with- drawn and these individuals have been able to populations, from veterans to disabled peo- sion. He retired in 1980 after 44 years of em- ple to welfare mothers and students. ployment. keep their jobs and the sense of dignity that ‘‘There are different goals of the Federal comes with them. Matthew M. Lewicki was born on June 13, government, and one of those goals is to get But it is unconscionable that other severely different people into real jobs,’’ said Rep. 1915 in Troy, New York. The Lewickis relo- disabled Federal workers might have to suffer Chris Van Hollen (D–Md.), who met last cated to Flint, Michigan in 1917 when Matthew through the same thing. The DFEPA will pro- month with the scullery workers at the hos- was 2 years old. Mr. Lewicki met his lovely tect Federal employees with severe disabilities pital, which is in his district. ‘‘And this [pol- wife, Albina Piotrowski, in 1940 and they were from losing their Federal jobs as a result of icy] will undercut that goal.’’ married on May 3, 1941. To this blessed union Bush has strongly defended ‘‘competitive contracting out. The bill does allow for jobs to sourcing,’’ calling it one of his most impor- were born two sons, Matthew and David. Mrs. continue to be contracted out to organizations tant management initiatives. He says forc- Lewicki passed away on March 6, 1992 at the like NISH (formerly known as the National In- ing government workers to compete with age of 70. Matthew Lewicki is a lifelong char- stitute for the Severely Handicapped) and the private contractors for their jobs promotes ter member of Dom Polski and the Sea National Industries for the Blind covered under government efficiency and saves taxpayer League. In his spare time Mr. Lewicki enjoys the Javits-Wagner-O’Day Act (JWOD). JWOD dollars—even if the jobs stay in-house. An bowling and fishing. established specific programs to hire the se- Oct. 3 report by the Office of Management verely disabled; it is not the intention of the and Budget said Federal agencies have iden- Mr. Speaker, as a Member of Congress, I tified 434,820 jobs that are ripe for such com- DFEPA to interfere with JWOD. petition, of which 103,412 are being evaluated consider it my duty and my privilege to protect The DFEPA is supported by many organiza- and defend human dignity and the quality of for possible contracting out. tions, including ANCOR (The American Net- ‘‘We are confident that the savings and life for our citizens. I am extremely grateful to work of Community Options and Resources), service benefits expected from this effort have a person like Matthew M. Lewicki who The Public Policy Collaboration of United Cer- will soon follow,’’ Clay Johnson III, OMB’s shares these beliefs, and has made it his life’s ebral Palsy and the Arc of the United States. deputy director for management, said that work to see this task achieved. I honor Mr. The DFEPA also has the support of the Pro- day. Lewicki for his commendable service to our fessional Services Council, one of the principal That provides scant comfort to employees Nation and its mission of spreading peace. I such as Devorah Shapiro, 30, who has worked organizations representing government con- at the hospital scullery for 10 years and wor- ask my colleagues in the 108th Congress to tractors, because they agree that supporting ries what will happen if she loses her job. please join me in congratulating Mr. Lewicki, employment opportunities for the disabled is ‘‘I like working here,’’ Shapiro said the and wishing him the best in future endeavors. important. other day while taking a break from the first

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VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.074 E11PT1 E1868 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 half of her 8-hour shift. ‘‘I work on the belt. than half the time, according to the OMB. you can’t have a member of Congress or a I help push carts upstairs sometimes. I wash Even in the cases where the private sector member of the press visit every site where plates, pick silverware—I do everything.’’ has won, the employees often have gone to you’ve got . . . contracting out going on Shapiro landed the job after interning at work for the contractor. But the scullery with model programs.’’ the hospital while a student at Rock Terrace employees are at a decided disadvantage. f School, a public campus in Rockville that ‘‘If you are special needs, you have a great serves 112 special-needs children in grades 6 need for greater supervision,’’ Slaughter PERSONAL EXPLANATION through 12. ‘‘I live in a group home and I said. ‘‘And we all know that supervision have to pay the rent there,’’ said Shapiro, costs money.’’ her dark curls tucked neatly under a Jerry Leener, whose son Mike, 27, has HON. GERALD D. KLECZKA hairnet. ‘‘And I have to work, or else they’ll worked at the hospital for 8 years, said that OF WISCONSIN ask me to leave. I don’t want to leave my even a White House focused on the bottom IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES line should realize there is little to be gained friends. I don’t want to leave my house. It’s Thursday, October 7, 2004 too nice.’’ by contracting out the work. Displaced em- The work isn’t easy. The employees, clad ployees would turn to government entitle- Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, on the evening in blue uniforms and white plastic aprons, ment programs, including Federal disability of Tuesday, October 5 and on Wednesday, remove trash and utensils from used trays as payments, Medicaid and food stamps. October 6, I was not present for business on ‘‘If our kids lose their jobs, the Federal they navigate across a water-slicked red tile the floor of the House due to personal busi- floor. Many wear earplugs to block out the government is still going to have to com- drone of the industrial dishwasher that pensate them,’’ Leener said. ‘‘Either way, ness and was thereby absent for votes on roll- cleans the dishes and trays that pass through it’s going to be coming out of Federal funds. call Nos. 494 through 501. Had I been it on a conveyer belt before the workers re- So we haven’t had a cost saving as it relates present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on rollcall trieve and stack them in neat piles. Shifts to these kids. What’s more, we’ve displaced No. 494; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 495; ‘‘yea’’ on begin at 5:30 a.m. and finish as late as 7 p.m. them from their passion. They love working rollcall No. 496; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 497; James Eastridge, 38, another former Rock here. They love being a part of this.’’ ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 498; ‘‘no’’ on rollcall No. Terrace student, has worked in the kitchen Military officials have been sympathetic 499; ‘‘no’’ on rollcall No. 500; and ‘‘yea’’ on for 22 years. That is long enough for him to but unmoved. Slaughter said that early on in earn several promotions and enough money the process she asked about getting a waiver rollcall No. 501. to buy a house in Hagerstown, where he lives for the workers, but none was forthcoming. f with his parents. Over the last year, parents of some workers ‘‘I started out when I was 16 years old and have written to Navy officials and members RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE just kept on working; the years just flew of Congress seeking help, but with no con- OF THE ARTS IN COMMUNITY by,’’ he said. ‘‘I hope we get to keep the jobs. crete results. DEVELOPMENT When I was in school, I was pretty wild. They As recently as 2 weeks ago, Navy officials got me in the job . . . and I’ve been doing said they were still studying the situation. good ever since I’ve been here.’’ Parents of the workers grew nervous as a De- HON. BRAD MILLER Randy Severt, a teacher at Rock Terrace, cember deadline loomed for the hospital to OF NORTH CAROLINA said more than 300 students have interned or submit its bid to keep the scullery jobs in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES worked at the hospital since the school house. They were told that a decision on Thursday, October 7, 2004 formed a partnership with the institution in whether a contractor would take over could 1979. The Navy got reliable, long-serving em- come as soon as March. Mr. MILLER of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, ployees for hard-to-fill positions. The stu- Then on Oct. 2, 10 days after Van Hollen’s throughout the country there has been a re- dents, who earn between $9.42 and $12.80 an visit to the scullery and after inquiries by birth of the arts, and the importance of the arts hour, were given an opportunity to work, the Washington Post, Navy officials passed to economic development and revitalization in learn about money management and become the word internally that they had been di- our communities deserves to be recognized. more self-sufficient. rected to temporarily stop working on the Providing such opportunities is a long- job competition. ‘‘The study has not been Cultural facilities and events enhance property standing goal of the Federal government. cancelled, but postponed until further no- values, tax resources and overall profitability The Rehabilitation Act of 1973 banned dis- tice,’’ an internal e-mail said. for our cities and towns. In doing so, the arts crimination against disabled people in Fed- Parents said they were given a vague ex- have become a direct contributor to reviving eral hiring and required agencies to develop planation that the job competition had gone many of our urban and rural areas. From affirmative action plans to hire more people on longer than current law permits. A provi- major metropolitan areas to small towns, the with disabilities. sion in the recently passed 2004 Defense Ap- arts have proven to be sound economic in- propriations bill blocks new funding for sin- Most of the scullery workers joined the vestments. I value the contributions made by hospital under a Federal hiring authority gle-function job competitions that have ex- that allows agencies to take on people with ceeded 24 months, and multifunction com- the arts and believe that Congress has a re- mental retardation as provisional employ- petitions that have exceeded 30 months. sponsibility to support the arts and all cultural ees, then convert them to permanent status Navy officials at the hospital did not respond activities. after 2 years of satisfactory service. The gov- to two requests for more information about Nationally, the arts have had a profound ef- ernment employed 1,734 mentally retarded the decision. fect on community development but more spe- workers in 2000, about one-tenth of 1 percent ‘‘I have a suspicion that they were starting cifically, have assisted in the economic growth of the 1.8 million-strong Federal civilian to feel political pressure and decided to put in my home state of North Carolina. I am it on hold, and that maybe this thing would workforce, according to the Office of Per- pleased to present an article by Mr. Lawrence sonnel Management. (Overall, more than blow over,’’ said Leener, who added that he 120,000 disabled people worked for the gov- remains uncertain about whether his son’s J. Wheeler, Director of the North Carolina Mu- ernment that year, more than 7 percent of job is safe. ‘‘We took it as a big victory, be- seum of Art, that brings attention to the devel- the Federal workforce.) lieve me, but it’s a temporary one.’’ opment and economic effect that the arts have If the hospital scullery work goes to a pri- Trent Duffy, an OMB spokesman, said had in North Carolina. In his editorial entitled vate contractor, it will mean a big adjust- agencies may cancel job competitions that ‘‘For Development, Draw on N.C.’s Arts,’’ ment for a group of workers who, due to cir- jeopardize protected workers, such as vet- which appeared in the News & Observer ear- erans or disabled people. ‘‘It is permissible cumstances and disability, do not cope well lier this year, Mr. Wheeler provides insight into with change, Severt said. for agencies to make that determination and ‘‘They have problems finding jobs on their cancel a competition because these protected the positive influence that the arts have had own. They don’t advocate well for them- populations, these certain people, could po- upon communities in North Carolina. Mr. selves and they don’t have a lot of skills,’’ tentially lose their livelihoods,’’ Duffy said. Wheeler rightfully calls on the arts to be used Severt said. ‘‘Some of them can speak well. ‘‘They absolutely have that discretion under as full partners in future economic planning, Some of them have very good social skills. the law.’’ Van Hollen, who wrote a letter to and I believe that Congress and state govern- But they are retarded, and they need help Bush urging him to halt the study, said he ments should heed this advice. viewed the Navy’s decision as little more every step of the way. They just don’t [Editorial-Opinion—the News & Observer, than political expediency. He still believes adapt.’’ April 27, 2004] Hospital officials say the quality of the competitive sourcing is ‘‘a one-size-fits-all work isn’t at issue. ‘‘They’re very loyal em- contracting-out policy that does not take FOR DEVELOPMENT, DRAW ON N.C.’S ARTS ployees,’’ said Cmdr. Martie Slaughter, the into account other important goals of the Twenty years ago, the idea of using art as hospital’s nutrition manager. ‘‘I’ve only been federal government,’’ he said. a tool for community development would here for 2 years and they are like my fam- ‘‘I still think it’s an example of their pol- have been dismissed as a meddlesome intru- ily.’’ icy run amok,’’ Van Hollen said. ‘‘There’s no sion by self-interested arts advocates. But as In similar competitions across the govern- doubt what happened here. You want to ap- more and more jobs are being outsourced and ment, the in-house bid has triumphed more plaud the Navy for reversing its decision, but downtown areas are becoming ghost towns,

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.077 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1869 economic developers are viewing vibrant North Carolina has a rich history of pro- baseball and softball, as well as improving the urban centers as critical to attracting work- viding cultural opportunities to its people. safety of law enforcement and military per- ers, placing the arts at the center of the de- The first state-supported symphony orches- sonnel. Dr. Hale was born in 1924 in Hardy, bate on community development. tra, the first state-funded art collection and Art has become a focal point for commu- the first cabinet-level Department of Cul- Nebraska. He grew up in Nebraska and grad- nity leaders, economic development special- tural Resources were all created here, along uated from Hardy Public Schools in 1942. He ists and the citizens themselves. They look with an extraordinary network of 93 commu- then continued on to attend the University of to the arts for inspiration, aesthetics and de- nity-based arts councils throughout the Nebraska at Lincoln for one year, and then sign, leadership and creativity, which can re- State. These are superb sources to identify Doane College in the V–12 officers training shape our communities and make them vital, leaders who can be invaluable in shaping the program for the United States Navy. livable and relevant in the face of the eco- conversations and agendas for economic de- Following active duty during World War II, nomic changes of our time. velopment in our communities. Richard Florida, author of the highly tout- Our State’s struggle with economic change he earned his bachelor’s degree from Colgate ed community development treatise, ‘‘The will require a rearranging of investment pri- University at Hamilton, New York in 1948, his Rise of the Creative Class,’’ says that if the orities and significant private and public master’s from Springfield College in 1949, and goal is to attract a creative class of entre- support. Only when the arts are used as full his doctorate from New York University in preneurs and workers, then cities must pro- partners in planning will North Carolina see 1951. vide, in addition to a tolerant social environ- sustainable economies, lively communities Dr. Creighton J. Hale, as an exercise physi- ment, diverse social and cultural enhance- and an enriched quality of life for everyone. ments, like great parks, art, music and live- ologist, first conducted a scientific study of ly community main streets. Art and design f professional baseball players while an asso- vitality are emphasized as a key factor that CONGRESSMAN JACK FIELDS POST ciate professor at Springfield College from has enabled economic progress. OFFICE 1951–1955. Dr. Hale developed an electronic For decades, coalitions of arts organiza- testing device to measure the reaction times tions have undertaken economic impact studies to demonstrate their collective fi- SPEECH OF of major league baseball players. Along with nancial contribution to local, regional, and this research, Dr. Hale found that children had state economies, receiving scant attention HON. LANE EVANS less time to react to a pitch than major league from policymakers and political leaders. A OF ILLINOIS players. With the conclusion of his findings, recent study conducted by Americans for the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Little League pitching mound was moved Arts found the arts industry generates $134 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 back from 44 feet to 46 feet, thus resulting in billion in economic activity every year. A fewer batters being injured. new report by Arts North Carolina shows Mr. EVANS. Mr. Speaker, today I would like One of the next inventions that Dr. Hale that the state’s arts industry produces near- to voice my support for H.R. 4232, the Con- worked on was the double-earflap batter’s hel- ly $1 billion in financial impact. gressman Jack Fields Post Office Redesigna- Clearly it is time to take a closer look at met, now made of a variety of lightweight plas- tion Act. This legislation would rename the the measurable financial value of the arts. tics. The original helmet was made of fiber- United States Postal Service facility at 4025 The use of architecture in recent art mu- glass and could not withstand the impact of a Feather Lakes Way in Kingwood, Texas as seum design illustrates the impact of the pitched ball. In addition, the design did not arts on tourism and community image. the ‘‘Congressman Jack Fields Post Office.’’ protect the temple area. Little League made Frank Gehry’s Guggenheim Museum of Art I have nothing but respect and admiration use of the new helmets mandatory in 1961. in Bilbao, Spain, Santiago Calatrava’s soar- for my former colleague, Congressman Jack Dr. Hale was also an integral part of devel- ing structure for the Milwaukee Museum of Fields. Jack represented the 8th Congres- Art, and the newly celebrated Fort Worth oping the aluminum bat and the one-piece sional District of Texas in the House of Rep- Museum of Modern Art by Tadao Ando have catcher’s mask attached to a helmet. resentatives from 1981 to 1997. He served on brought not only extraordinary inter- Outside of sports, Dr. Hale assisted in the national attention, but also tourist dollars the House Committee on Commerce, and be- to these cities. came the Chairman of the Subcommittee on development of the infantry pack in 1954 for Here in North Carolina, we are developing Telecommunications and Finance in 1995. As use by the United States Army. In 1976, he cultural landmarks as well, such as Wilming- Subcommittee Chairman, Jack led the effort in became chairman of a group of scientist with ton’s new Cameron Art Museum, designed by the National Research Council of the National the renowned architect Charles Gwathmey. the House to enact the first comprehensive re- form of the Communications Act of 1934, Academy of Sciences. During this time, his re- The success of this project has considerably search aided the development of a lightweight boosted the cultural and civic energy of the which became the Telecommunications Act of city. 1996. This bill was signed into law by Presi- bullet-resistant vest used by the military and The Research Triangle region has invested dent Clinton in February of that year. law enforcement personnel. In addition, Dr. more than $250 million in its arts and muse- As the Ranking Minority Member on the Hale co-designed a one-piece helmet made of ums infrastructure in recent years, with Committee on Merchant Marine and Fisheries, Kevlar that offered more protection than the plans to invest nearly $150 million more in Army’s previous steel helmet. All United cultural facilities in Durham, Chapel Hill a position he held from 1981 to 1995, Jack was actively involved in the legislation related States military personnel now use this type of and Raleigh. The N.C. Museum of Art in Ra- helmet. leigh has commissioned New York-based ar- to oil spill liability that passed after the ground- chitect Thomas Phifer to create plans for its ing of the Exxon Valdez in Alaska. He was Dr. Hale also made invaluable contributions expansion. also an advocate on issues as diverse as as president for Little League Baseball from Several other communities, including safety in the cruise ship industry, endangered 1973–1994. As well as serving as president, Charlotte, Asheville and the Piedmont Triad, species and wetlands, fisheries and wildlife he served as Chief Executive Officer of the are planning major investments in cultural refuges, promotion of American ports, ship- Board from 1983–1996. Under his leadership, facilities and the arts programs to attract the number of leagues enrolled increased from jobs, visitors and dollars. Cities, large and building, and the Coast Guard. small, are recognizing that cultural invest- I am proud to support this salute to my 10,006 to 21,711 and the number of partici- ments make economic sense. friend, former Representative Jack Fields. This pants increased from 370,000 to 3,123,205. At As the arts take center stage in economic is truly a fitting tribute to a remarkable man, the turn of the 21st century, Little League growth, metropolitan regions have the op- and I congratulate him on this honor. Baseball and Softball had become the world’s portunity to put their cultural strengths to f largest youth sports program, serving boys work. Many regions are investing in industry and girls ages 5 to 18. clusters—concentrations of businesses that COMMEMORATING THE CONTRIBU- are linked to each other through their sup- Dr. Creighton J. Hale has made many valu- pliers and producers. There are abundant ex- TIONS OF DR. CREIGHTON J. able contributions to Little League Baseball amples of real success stories when the cul- HALE and Softball in the way of innovations and tural resources of a region become full part- moral support. He understood the mission set ners in shaping economic development strat- HON. TOM OSBORNE by founder Carl E. Stotz that Little League egies. Asheville is developing a prosperous OF NEBRASKA was about the development of good citizens industry cluster around its regional crafts rather than good athletes through ‘‘coaches heritage. Handmade in America leads a coa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES teaching kids respect and discipline and lition of regional organizations that promote Thursday, October 7, 2004 the making and sale of crafts, as well as sportsmanship and the desire to excel.’’ I com- tourism to artisans’ studios, related muse- Mr. OSBORNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mend Dr. Hale for all that he has done to im- ums, historic inns and sites and the region’s honor Dr. Creighton J. Hale who made many prove the lives of young people, servicemen magnificent natural resources. important contributions to sports safety in and women, and law enforcement personnel.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.082 E11PT1 E1870 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 IN TRIBUTE TO CHARLES R. Scouts, the Kiwanis Club, the Chamber of RECOGNIZING THE ACCOMPLISH- ADAMS, JR. Commerce, the United Way, and the Meth- MENTS OF MR. LOWELL E. odist Church. For 50 years, he has lived out ENSLEN HON. JIM MARSHALL the finest aspects of a true professional. I am OF GEORGIA proud to claim Charles R. Adams, Jr., as a HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES constituent and friend, and I hope that every- OF INDIANA one will join me in wishing him many more Thursday, October 7, 2004 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES happy and productive years to come. Mr. MARSHALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Thursday, October 7, 2004 to pay tribute to a man who for half a century f Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, it is with has served the people of my State and District great honor and pleasure that I stand before in the noble calling of the law. On October 11, ON THE RETIREMENT OF CAPTAIN you today to recognize the many accomplish- 2004, my good friend Charles R. Adams, Jr. ROBERT C. WILKENS ments of Mr. Lowell E. Enslen. I can truly say will mark his golden anniversary as an active that Lowell is a dedicated, distinguished and member of the Georgia Bar. HON. SUSAN A. DAVIS committed citizen. I have known him since Charlie Adams was born in Fitzgerald, GA, 1973, and besides the practice of law he has OF CALIFORNIA in 1932, the descendent of several prominent been one of the most caring people involved families in Middle Georgia. In 1946, Charlie, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in his community. Lowell has practiced law in 13 at the time, served as a page in the Eighty- Thursday, October 7, 2004 Hammond and has served the community for Seventh Congress. over 50 years, including dedicated service to Mrs. DAVIS of California. Mr. Speaker, it is Valedictorian of the Fitzgerald High School many charitable and civic organizations. His with great pleasure that I rise today to recog- Class of ’49, Charlie continued his distin- career as a lawyer has allowed him the oppor- nize and honor the service and career of Cap- guished academic and leadership record at tunity to touch the lives of numerous people. tain Robert C. Wilkens as he retires after 32 the University of Georgia, achieving member- For many years Lowell has helped with the in- years of distinguished service in support of our ship in the Phi Beta Kappa honorary fraternity, duction of new citizens in cooperation with the Nation. Throughout his career, Captain in the Alpha Tau Omega fraternity and served Federal District Court of Hammond, Indiana on Wilkens has epitomized the Navy’s core val- as President of UGA’s Interfraternity Council. the Fourth of July. Mayor Thomas McDermott ues of honor, courage, and commitment, and While at UGA, Charlie met and married the showed his appreciation and gratitude for the has displayed exceptional leadership and lovely Margaret Leah Twitty of Camilla, Ga. lifetime of service of Colonel Lowell E. Enslen dedication to his country and commands. She and Charlie had two children, Charles R. by proclaiming July 4, 2004 as Colonel Lowell Captain Wilkens earned his Bachelor of Adams III and Mary Elisabeth Adams (Mrs. E. Enslen Day. Howard) Johnson. Charles lost Leah to cancer Science degree in Pharmacy from the Medical Lowell E. Enslen was born in Gary, Indiana in 1983. His son is following in his father’s University of South Carolina in 1974. He then in 1927. He attended Hobart public schools footsteps; it was my privilege to teach Charles embarked on a remarkable journey in the and Valparaiso University. Lowell was admit- Adams III at Mercer Law School. Navy’s Medical Service Corps, beginning as a ted to the American Bar Association in 1952. Mr. Speaker, Charlie Adams was admitted staff pharmacist at the Naval Hospital, He was National President of Sigma Delta to the UGA School of Law in 1953 and suc- Charleston, South Carolina. Kappa from 1963–1964, Town Attorney of cessfully took the bar exam in the summer of Captain Wilkens’ next tour of duty was right Dyer, Indiana from 1957–1960, 1962, and 1954. He was formally admitted as a member here in the U. S. Capitol, where he served as 1964–1972 and of Cedar Lake, Indiana, from of the Georgia bar on Oct. 11, 1954, in the the Director of Pharmacy in the Office of the 1976–1980. Lowell has accomplished many vi- Superior Court of Ben Hill County, Georgia, Attending Physician to Congress from 1981 to sionary goals throughout his career. Before Hon. O. Wendell Horne, Jr., presiding. In 1985. He then entered advanced training as a and during his service to the Hammond Com- 1955, Charlie was awarded the LL.B. degree Pharmacy resident at the Navy’s Flagship hos- munity, Lowell served America honorably as a from Georgia Law School. He was commis- pital, the National Naval Medical Center, Be- soldier and an officer in the United States Ma- sioned as a first lieutenant in the U.S. Army thesda, Maryland, in 1986. rine Corps, rising to the rank of Colonel. He is and served as an attorney in the Judge Advo- Captain Wilkens continued with his stellar a member of Enslen, Enslen & Matthews Law cate General’s Office, including a brief tour of career as the Pharmacy Clinical Coordinator Firm, which was established in 1960. Enslen, duty in the Pentagon. After his military service, and Director of Inpatient Services at the Naval Enslen, & Matthews Law Firm provides gen- Charlie served for two years as a staff attor- Hospital, Portmouth, Virginia. Upon completion eral civil, criminal and appellate practice in all ney to the Hon. Jule W. Felton, Sr., Chief of that assignment in 1990, he became a Doc- State and Federal courts, family/domestic rela- Judge of the Georgia Court of Appeals. He tor of Pharmacy Candidate at the Medical Col- tions, probate and estate planning, insurance, entered private practice with the Atlanta firm of lege of Virginia in Richmond. real estate and labor relations law. Crenshaw, Hansell, Ware, Brandon & Dorsey. Captain Wilkens then served as the Chair- Not only has Lowell Enslen had many ac- In 1962, Charlie heeded the call to return to man of the Pharmacy Department at Naval complishments throughout his career as a law- his roots in middle Georgia and relocated his Medical Center, San Diego, California from yer, he has also actively contributed to his family to Fort Valley. When his district’s Con- 1992–1999. By special request, he next community through participation in various gressional seat came open in 1964, Charlie served as the Specialty Leader and Consult- programs designed at improving opportunities made a laudable bid to win the Democratic ant to the Navy Surgeon General for Phar- for the people of Northwest Indiana. Lowell primary. He has been a life long member of macy Policy at the Bureau of Medicine and was President of Members Hammond from the Democratic Party and has served as a Surgery in Washington, DC. Upon completion 1965–1966 and is currently affiliated with Lake member and officer of the Peach County of that exceptional tour in 2001, Captain County, Indiana State, and American Bar As- Democratic Executive Committee since 1966. Wilkens returned to San Diego, and served sociations, the American Judicature Society, Mr. Speaker, in this day when so many view once again as Chairman of the Pharmacy De- the Indiana Trial Lawyers Association, the As- the legal profession with cynical suspicion, partment at the Naval Medical Center. He was sociation of Trial Lawyers of America, and the Charlie Adams manifests the most noble home. Fellow Indiana Bar Foundation. Along with his ideals of his, and my, profession. He has al- Captain Wilkens completes his distinguished many other accomplishments, Lowell has re- ways been available for public service. For and honorable career leaving a lasting impres- ceived numerous certificates and awards. many years, he took more than his share of sion of inspired leadership, mastery of science Lowell has demonstrated his faithfulness by indigent criminal defense and other pro bono in pharmacy and policy, and allencompassing his extraordinary service to Enslen, Enslen, & publico cases. He represented the City of Fort support for the Navy’s medical readiness pro- Matthews and his community through his hard Valley for 29 years, the Fort Valley Utility grams and quality of life. work and self-sacrifice. Although Lowell has Commission for 35 years, as well as Peach I am pleased to recognize and thank Bob served on numerous committees and has County, the Peach County Board of Edu- Wilkens for his long and dedicated service to dedicated his time to Enslen, Enslen, & Mat- cation, and many other local government enti- this country and join with his friends and col- thews, he has never neglected to provide sup- ties. In the 1970’s, he was also attorney on a leagues in wishing him ‘‘Fair Winds and Fol- port and love to his family. statewide basis for the Georgia Electric Cities lowing Seas’’ as he and his wife, Linda, leave Mr. Speaker, Lowell E. Enslen has given his Association. Charlie has been active in his the Navy after 32 years of remarkable con- time and efforts selflessly to the people of community in other ways, including the Boy tributions and service. Northwest Indiana throughout his years of

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.087 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1871 service. I am proud to commend him for his Appropriations Act for Fiscal Year 2005, which of the measure before us and grateful for the lifetime of service and dedication. continues to open the door of educational op- work of Chairman FRELINGHUYSEN in ensuring f portunity for the students in our nation’s cap- the full appropriation. I strongly urge my col- ital. This measure fully funds the DC School leagues to join me in support of students and HONORING THE FAIRFAX COUNTY Choice Incentive Act which is fundamentally families and the entire educational system in NEIGHBORHOOD WATCH PROGRAM about providing new options and new hope for the District of Columbia. students and families trapped in a school sys- f HON. TOM DAVIS tem that is struggling to survive. OF VIRGINIA Since the DC School Choice Incentive Pro- PRAISING A. JAY CRISTOL’S BOOK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gram was enacted in January 2004, the De- ‘‘THE LIBERTY INCIDENT’’ Thursday, October 7, 2004 partment of Education conducted a grant com- petition for the administration of the program Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS and has awarded the Washington Scholarship OF FLORIDA rise today to honor the Neighborhood Watch Fund (WSF) the opportunity to run the Program of Fairfax County, Virginia. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In the 25 years since its inception, the Fair- groundbreaking new endeavor. Thursday, October 7, 2004 fax County Neighborhood Watch Program has And WSF is off to a strong start. More than 2,680 students applied for scholarships for the Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I achieved great success, with over 900 com- rise today to congratulate Judge A. Jay Cristol munity programs established since its incep- 2004–2005 school year, and over 1,840 of those students met the eligibility requirements of the Southern District of Florida on the com- tion. As former Chairman of the Fairfax Coun- pletion of his invaluable research on the USS ty Board of Supervisors, I can personally at- and completed their applications. In the middle of June, a lottery was held and scholarships Liberty incident. Judge Cristol’s doctoral dis- test to the program’s accomplishment. sertation details the tragedy that befell the The Fairfax County Neighborhood Watch were awarded to 1,360 students. Of the eligi- U.S. Navy ship USS Liberty in 1967 when boasts countless volunteers who have self- ble public school students, only 194 public Israeli aircraft fired upon the ship, killing 34 lessly committed themselves to informing local school students did not receive scholarships sailors and wounding 171 others. police of suspicious activities. While it is finan- because of the limitation on available space in grades 6–12. Judge Cristol’s dogmatic search persuaded cially and logistically impossible to place a po- the National Security Agency to release classi- lice officer on every street corner, the neigh- Currently there are 53 District of Columbia private, religious and independent schools par- fied transcripts proving that Israel’s attack on borhood watch has provided Fairfax County the USS Liberty was an accident. Judge with an effective alternative. Neighborhood ticipating in the program in the 2004–2005 school year. I am pleased that many of the Cristol’s research shows the Israeli forces at- watch volunteers have become the eyes and tacked the American USS Liberty ship be- ears of local police, deterring crime and saving scholarship students have chosen to attend schools in the Center City Consortium—a cause they believed it was an Egyptian ship taxpayers millions of dollars. firing upon their coastline. Those who take the time to cast a watchful group of 13 inner city DC Catholic elementary Through his diligent work and dedication, eye on their surroundings ensure a safer, schools within the Archdiocese of Washington Judge A. Jay Cristol has assisted in strength- friendlier place to live. Through committed located in the most financially challenged ening the relationship between the United neighborhood watches, these participants neighborhoods in the District. These schools States and Israel and resolving unanswered have proven that community involvement can work to ensure that Catholic education con- questions about this unfortunate tragedy. I ap- make a difference. tinues to be available to all city families, and plaud his efforts, and commend him for this Fairfax County Neighborhood Watch partici- have enthusiastically begun to educate over important work. pants have bridged culture and language gaps 500 scholarship students. Mr. Speaker, I encourage my colleagues to in the name of collective security. By recog- The WSF is continuing its efforts aggres- join me in applauding Florida’s Judge A. Jay nizing shared community values, Fairfax sively to make sure families are aware of the Cristol on this important achievement. County Neighborhood Watch has facilitated scholarships available for the coming school improved understanding and relations between year. With more time to prepare for this fall, f the program expects more schools to partici- individuals from a variety of backgrounds. One HOUSE CALLS of the greatest assets of neighborhood watch pate in 2005–2006, more seats to be avail- is its ability to bring neighbors together. able, and more parents to apply. One of the most active branches of the Fair- The strength of this program is that it will HON. CHARLES H. TAYLOR fax County Neighborhood Watch is the Cam- not only benefit individual students and their OF NORTH CAROLINA elot Neighborhood Watch Program, which is families, but the entire education system in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the oldest continuously active neighborhood District of Columbia. Everyone agrees that the Thursday, October 7, 2004 watch in the United States. This highly accom- public school system will remain the primary source of education for a majority of these stu- Mr. TAYLOR of North Carolina. Mr. Speak- plished program serves as an impressive er, today I rise to recognize the poetic talents model for other organizations across the coun- dents. We cannot, and will not, support a pro- posal that would harm these schools. of one of my constituents—Mrs. Bertie Battle ty and nation. Wilde of Canton, North Carolina. Mrs. Wilde Mr. Speaker, in closing, I would like to thank My colleague from New Jersey, Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN, has provided tremendous has lived 96 years with deep and tremendous the Fairfax County Neighborhood Watch Pro- faith. Her belief certainly is evident in her art gram for 25 years of dedicated service to its leadership in ensuring that the bill before us continues to provide new money and new op- and I am pleased to share one of her poems, community. Programs like neighborhood watch titled House Calls, with my colleagues. are vital in our efforts to combat crime. I call tions that offers the neediest students opportu- HOUSE CALLS upon my colleagues to join me in applauding nities they never had before, and more impor- tantly, provides both increased competition Jesus makes house calls 24 hours each day the Fairfax County Neighborhood Watch’s past All you have to do is bow your head and accomplishments and in wishing the program and an infusion of funding that will help revi- talize an entire system and help it to better pray. continued success in the many years to come. Remember, we are not promised tomorrow, serve each and every student. only today. f The bill continues to appropriate substantial CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4850, new funding—and let’s be clear, this is still He’s standing at your heart’s door knocking, Will you let Him in? DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA APPRO- new money; we’re not draining a single dollar He will dissolve your troubles, PRIATIONS ACT, 2005 from the public school system in the District. And take away your sins. The funding is the full appropriation for the DC If you have problems, give Jesus a call. SPEECH OF school improvement program—giving $13 mil- The number is H-E-A-V-E-N. HON. JOHN A. BOEHNER lion for public school improvements, $13 mil- He’ll show you what to do, OF OHIO lion for charter schools and $14 million for op- Because He loves you. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES portunity scholarships to promote academic He’ll talk to you anytime, achievement and school choice. Because He’s always on the line, Wednesday, October 6, 2004 This measure allows us the opportunity to And it won’t cost you a dime. Mr. BOEHNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong make a difference in the lives of students and He don’t want your money, support of H.R. 4850, the District of Columbia families in the District of Columbia. I’m proud But His love to you He will impart.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.090 E11PT1 E1872 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 He cares for you my child. LETTER REGARDING CONFERENCE to such receipts, and (c) a ratable portion of All He wants is your heart. REPORT TO H.R. 4520 deductions, expenses, and losses not directly Please give your heart to Jesus without allocable to such receipts or another class of delay. income. You will be glad you did, HON. WILLIAM M. THOMAS The provision is effective for taxable years On that final judgment day. OF CALIFORNIA beginning after 2004. Your name will be written in the Lamb’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IRS and Treasury comments Book of Life. Thursday, October 7, 2004 Administration, Compliance and No more heartaches, no more dark nights. Controversy Mr. THOMAS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Our heavenly Father will be your shining The new deduction for domestic production insert in the RECORD, the following letter con- light. activities will require the promulgation of Yes, Jesus makes house calls, night and day. cerning the Conference Report to H.R. 4520, extensive, detailed new guidance, particu- All you have to do is bow your head and the ‘‘American Jobs Creation Act of 2004.’’ larly in the form of regulations. We antici- pray. DEPARTMENT OF THE TREASURY, pate that guidance will be required to ad- INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE, dress: Washington, DC, October 7, 2004. 1. Which activities constitute production f Mr. GEORGE K. YIN, activities; Chief of Staff, Joint Committee on Taxation, TAIWAN’S NATIONAL DAY 2. The statutory exceptions to the defini- Washington, DC. tion of production activity; DEAR MR. YIN: Enclosed are the combined 3. The allocation of revenues between pro- HON. STEVEN R. ROTHMAN comments of the Internal Revenue Service duction and non-production activities; and the Treasury Department on the new de- 4. The allocation of deductions between OF NEW JERSEY duction relating to income attributable to production and non-production activities; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES domestic production activities contained in 5. The application of the provision when re- the Conference Committee Report on the lated and unrelated taxpayers perform parts Thursday, October 7, 2004 ‘‘American Jobs Creation Act’’, that you of the production activity; and identified for complexity analysis in your 6. Numerous other issues. Mr. ROTHMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in letter of October 6, 2004. We expect that such guidance will be dif- support of Taiwan’s National Day, which will Our comments are based on the description ficult to craft. By distinguishing ‘‘produc- be celebrated on October 10, 2004. People in of the provision provided in your letter, and tion’’ from other activities, the provision the United States and around the world have the statutory language and description of places considerable tension on defining always marveled at the modern miracle that is this provision in the Chairman’s Mark for terms and designing anti-abuse rules. Taiwan and the enormous political and eco- the Conference Committee on H.R. 4520, Many businesses, particularly small busi- nomic successes that it has achieved. As we dated October 4, 2004, as posted on the House nesses, will find it difficult to understand Ways and Means Committee web site. Due to approach Taiwan’s National Day, it only and comply with these complex new rules, the short turnaround time, our comments which will affect not only the computation seems appropriate that we congratulate our are provisional and subject to change upon a of a taxpayer’s regular tax liability but also Taiwanese friends on their many successes. more complete and in-depth analysis of the its alternative minimum tax liability. It will In just 50 years, Taiwan has transformed provision. be difficult, if not impossible, for the IRS to from a poor authoritarian dictatorship into a vi- Overall, the conference report provides new craft simplified provisions tailored to small brant modern democracy. Last March, Mr. tools that will assist the IRS in admin- businesses or other taxpayers. istering the tax laws. However, thus far in Taxpayers will be required to devote sub- Chen Shui-bian was re-elected the eleventh the appropriations process, I would note that president of the Republic of China. This was stantial additional resources to meeting Congress has not taken favorable action with their tax responsibilities, including not only the third democratically-held election for the regard to the request for incremental en- employees and outside tax advisers, but also people of Taiwan. A firm believer in the free forcement resources for the IRS in the Presi- recordkeeping and systems modification re- enterprise system and the importance of dent’s FY 05 budget request. As noted in the sources. The resulting costs will reduce sig- democratic governance, President Chen’s attached analysis, IRS will face additional nificantly the benefits of the proposal. Some leadership has enabled his people to enjoy challenges and resource requirements in ad- small businesses may find that the addi- one of the highest standards of living in Asia, ministering the proposed domestic produc- tional costs outweigh the benefits, particu- tion activities credit. larly during the initial phase-in period. with only 1 percent of its population remaining Sincerely, below the poverty line in 2000. Taiwan has It will be necessary to devote significant MARK W. EVERSON, audit resources to administering the new de- also continued to make steady progress at ex- Commissioner. duction. This will be due not only to the nov- panding democracy in this republic: it currently Enclosure. elty of the rule but also to the benefits that has more than 95 political parties and a Con- COMPLEXITY ANALYSIS OF PROVISION FROM are provided to ‘‘production activities’’ over stitution that guarantees its citizens full polit- H.R. 4520, AMERICAN JOBS CREATION ACT OF other aspects of a taxpayer’s business. Tax- ical rights, including the freedom of speech 2004 payers naturally will classify everything and the freedom of assembly. DEDUCTION RELATING TO INCOME ATTRIBUTABLE possible as production activities. Audits, Taiwan is a strong ally of the United States. TO DOMESTIC PRODUCTION ACTIVITIES particularly those involving integrated busi- Provision nesses, will have to focus on classification It has unequivocally supported the U.S.-led and the allocation of income and costs. Sig- The provision provides a deduction from war against global terrorism and the U.S. war nificant additional IRS resources will be taxable income (or, in the case of an indi- in Iraq. And we, in turn, have given Taiwan needed to administer the provision to avoid vidual, adjusted gross income) that is equal our pledge that Taiwanese way of life should diverting resources from other compliance to a portion of the taxpayer’s qualified pro- issues (such as tax shelters). not be threatened by any outside forces. This duction activities income. For taxable years Finally, for all of the reasons discussed strong mutual relationship is manifested in beginning after 2009, the deduction is equal above, we anticipate a significant increase in many ways. Taiwan is our eighth largest trad- to nine percent of the lesser of (i) the quali- controversies between taxpayers and the ing partner. The Taiwanese people continue to fied production activities income of the tax- IRS. This will increase the number of IRS payer for the taxable year, or (ii) taxable in- demand a variety of U.S. exports and consist- appeals cases and litigated tax cases. ently choose the United States as their num- come (determined without regard to this sec- Tax Forms and Publications ber one travel destination. In fact, every year tion) for the taxable year. For taxable years thousands of Taiwanese people come to my beginning in 2005 and 2006, the deduction is The computation of the deduction relating three percent of income and, for taxable to income attributable to domestic produc- own state, New Jersey, for vacations as well years beginning in 2007, 2008 and 2009, the de- tion activities would be figured on a new as for business purposes. I am confident that duction is six percent of income. However, form for 2005 of at least 10 lines. The instruc- the strong relationship between the United the deduction for a taxable year is limited to tions for the new form would likely be at States and Taiwan will continue to grow 50 percent of the W–2 wages paid by the tax- least 3 pages. stronger in the years ahead. payer during the calendar year that ends in Two additional lines would have to be On the occasion of Taiwan’s forthcoming such taxable year. added to each 2005 form or schedule on which For purposes of determining the deduction, the deduction from the new form could be National Day, I wish to recognize Taiwan’s qualified production activities income is claimed. The deduction would be claimed on many economic and political achievements equal to domestic production gross receipts, the following forms and schedules, among and express my congratulations to President reduced by the sum of (a) cost of goods sold others. Chen Shui-bian and to the Taiwanese Ambas- allocable to such receipts, (b) other deduc- 1. Schedule C (Form 1040) (sole propri- sador to the U.S., Mr. David Lee. tions, expenses, or losses, directly allocable etors);

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.095 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1873 2. Schedule F (Form 1040) (farm busi- SIMMONS AMENDMENT TO H.R. women in uniform who wage the daily war on nesses); 4548 terror. His family and community, the Amer- 3. Form 1041 (estates and trusts); ican Military, and the United States of America 4. Form 1065 (partnerships); HON. MARK STEVEN KIRK should be proud of his service. 5. Form 1065–B (electing large partner- OF ILLINOIS His actions are consistent with the finest tra- ships); ditions of military service and reflect great IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 6. Form 1120 (corporations); credit on the Commonwealth of Virginia and 7. Form 1120–A (short tax return for cor- Thursday, October 7, 2004 the United States of America. Staff Sergeant porations); Mr. KIRK. Mr. Speaker, on June 23, 2004 Christopher B. Wilson, I again thank you for 8. Form 1120S (S corporations); and during the debate of the Simmons amendment your selfless service and welcome you home. 9. Other Form 1120 series returns. to H.R. 4548, the Intelligence Authorization f 2005 Forms 4626, 6251, and Schedule I of Act for fiscal year 2005, I was misquoted in Form 1041 would have to be revised to add a HONORING THE CONTRIBUTION OF the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. My statement new line to reflect the difference between the COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTERS regular tax deduction and alternative min- should have read: imum tax deduction. Mr. Chairman, I rise in support of the Sim- ´ The instructions for all affected forms and mons amendment. Unlike some other amend- HON. RAUL M. GRIJALVA schedules listed above would have to be re- ments in this bill that are offered for par- OF ARIZONA vised to reflect the new deduction. tisan advantage, this amendment is offered IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES by a former CIA officer with detailed knowl- The tax forms and publications for 2007 and edge of how the U.S. intelligence community Thursday, October 7, 2004 2010 would have to be updated to reflect the works. To my knowledge, there are only increasing percentage of qualified production Mr. GRIJALVA. Mr. Speaker, community three current Members of Congress who activities income taken into account begin- health centers (CHCs) are at the forefront of worked with the CIA: our chairman, the gen- ning in those years. the noble endeavor to provide quality health tleman from Florida (Mr. Goss), the author care to our nation’s most underserved commu- Programming changes would be required to of this amendment; the gentleman from Con- reflect the new 10 line form, the two addi- necticut (Mr. Simmons); and me, who was nities. Nearly 900 CHCs throughout the coun- tional lines on the above forms and sched- detailed to the CIA from navy intelligence. try treat more than 12 million patients who are ules, and the changing percentages. Cur- This amendment seeks to change our intel- typically low-income, uninsured, and dis- rently, the IRS tax computation programs ligence culture to become more effective in proportionately affected by chronic diseases are updated annually to incorporate man- the age of the Internet. Today, every two-bit such as diabetes. Ninety percent of patients dated inflation adjustments. Any program- terror organization in the world has a Web ming changes necessitated by the provision live at or below 200% of the federal poverty site broadcasting information on its activi- level, and nearly half (5 million) lack health in- would be included during that process. ties. Internet news, political parties, and for- The following 2005 publications, among eign government sites all offer new material surance. CHC patients are predominantly others, would have to be revised to cover the to our intelligence community. women, who require gynecologic and obstetric new deduction, adding 3 to 6 pages to each. For years in the cold war, our enemies col- care, as well as pediatric care for their chil- 1. Publication 225 (farmers); lected open-source data on us, but we were dren. CHC patients are also ethnically and lin- 2. Publication 334 (small business tax forced to collect secret data on them. That is guistically diverse—with nearly one-third guide); now changing. There is a wealth of open- whose native tongue is not English. 3. Publication 541 (corporations); source data on our adversaries. Every ana- Not only are many CHCs the sole source of 4. Publication 542 (partnerships); and lyst in the community should be encouraged health care in the underserved communities to use as much current and accurate open- 5. Publication 535 (business expenses). where they operate, but they are also the sole source data as possible; and I applaud the Training materials and the Internal Rev- gentleman, who knows the CIA so well, for providers of other crucial services such as enue Manual would have to be revised to re- offering this amendment to keep our culture dental care, mental health counseling, sub- flect the new deduction. up to date with the current technology. stance abuse treatment, and assistance to do- f mestic violence victims. In my state, Arizona, f CHCs service about 350,000 people in 85 THANK YOU, STAFF SERGEANT neighborhoods—from densely populated urban MERRICK LITTLE LEAGUE CHRISTOPHER B. WILSON centers to far-flung rural towns and tribal com- BASEBALL munities deep in desert locales, miles away HON. ERIC CANTOR from the nearest community. Last year, nearly HON. PETER T. KING OF VIRGINIA 1.5 million visits were made to Arizona’s OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CHCs. Clearly, health centers save our health care IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, October 7, 2004 system an untold amount of money by treating Thursday, October 7, 2004 Mr. CANTOR. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of a patients who, due to lack of access and fi- grateful nation and the citizens of the Seventh nances, would otherwise end up in the emer- Mr. KING of New York. Mr. Speaker, I rise District of the Commonwealth of Virginia, I gency room needing intensive and expensive today to congratulate the Merrick Little League would like to personally thank Staff Sergeant treatment. Yet, CHCs struggle to generate Baseball Team as our New York State Cham- Christopher B. Wilson for his honorable serv- adequate revenues to maintain their oper- pions. These athletes should be very proud of ice to the Armed Forces of the United States ations. They do not pocket any of the savings this enormous accomplishment. I know I share of America. they bring to the system, which are instead in the pride of their parents, coaches and resi- I celebrate his return from service abroad, transferred by hospitals and private physi- dents of Merrick. and this country will forever be grateful for his cians. And while the latter can absorb losses In fact, I would like to recognize and honor leadership, unwavering dedication to the mis- from treating uninsured patients due to their the following players who will certainly be sion, and the bravery he demonstrated each high percentage of privately insured patients, ranked the best in the New York State Little day in the face of danger. Staff Sergeant Wil- CHCs receive the majority of their reimburse- League: Louis Eiler, John Eyerman, Chad son, a proud member of the Virginia National ment from Medicaid, which accounts for 36% Fuschillo, Zachary Goldstein, Frankie Leavey, Guard’s 229th Military Police Company, re- of all their revenues. Federal grants make up Jordan Leopold, Alex Ras, Robert Rosen, turned home to his family and friends in April the second largest source of funding, at 22%. Brandon Serota, Noah Shulman, and Thomas of 2004. He served two tours of duty defend- By contrast, only six percent of CHC revenues Viverto. ing our homeland and liberating the people of come from reimbursements of private insurers. In addition, I want to extend special recogni- Iraq. He defended our nation’s capital during This year, the House allotted $1.84 billion to tion to the Merrick Little League Coaches Rob- Operation Noble Eagle. Again he answered the federal CHC direct grant program in the ert Ras and Michael Serota, as well as Man- our nation’s call-to-arms, spending 14 months FY 2005 Labor, HHS and Education appro- ager Jason Shulman. in the Middle East during Operation Iraqi Free- priations bill. Although this is a welcome in- On behalf of myself and the United States dom. crease from the federal government’s funding House of Representatives I congratulate the We will never forget his service as he has of $1.57 billion for FY 2004, I am disappointed Merrick Little League Baseball Team on this set an enduring example for all Americans. that the Health Community Access Program wonderful achievement. His service is a perfect model for all men and was eliminated. Without Medicaid, however,

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.100 E11PT1 E1874 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 CHCs would collapse. Many are already suf- mittee waived the requirement stipulating SPECIAL OLYMPICS SPORT AND fering from inadequate or irregular Medicaid that an athlete be retired for at least five EMPOWERMENT ACT OF 2004 funding, as states slash their budget expendi- years because, they reasoned, Kelley would tures and seek cost-saving Medicaid waivers never retire from running. SPEECH OF that, for instance, allow them to cap the num- Runner’s World magazine named Kelley its HON. TOM LATHAM ber of enrollees. To empower CHCs to func- ‘‘Runner of the Century’’ for his contribu- OF IOWA tion at their full potential, we must ensure that tions to the sport. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Medicaid program is secure and well-fund- ‘‘Johnny was an icon for all of running, not ed. The federal government has a moral obli- only the Boston Marathon,’’ said Guy L. Wednesday, October 6, 2004 gation to support the life-saving work of com- Morse III of Centerville, executive director Mr. LATHAM. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in munity health centers. of the Boston Athletic Association, the strong support of this legislation honoring Spe- f race’s organizer. ‘‘He preached his gospel of cial Olympics. I thank my good friend the Ma- health and fitness and was an inspiration to jority Whip for introducing this legislation. For ON THE PASSING OF RUNNING everyone. ‘Young at Heart’; wasn’t just his over thirty years Special Olympics has played LEGEND, JOHNNY KELLY favorite song or the title of his book. It was the way he lived.’’ an important role in the lives of some very special individuals with intellectual disabilities. HON. WILLIAM D. DELAHUNT Born Sept. 6, 1907, John Adelbert Kelley Special Olympics offer a platform of personal OF MASSACHUSETTS was the oldest of five boys and five girls improvement while also fostering a spirit of ca- growing up in Medford. He ran track first at IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES maraderie in competition. Medford High School, and later at Arlington Thursday, October 7, 2004 High School after the family moved to the Competition and sports teach us very impor- nearby town. tant lessons about dedication, determination, Mr. DELAHUNT. Mr. Speaker, there are few responsibility, pride and team work or self-suf- athletes whose names evoke instant recogni- Kelley ran his first Boston in 1928 and, ficiency, as the case may be. I believe that ironically, dropped out. He failed to finish tion and respect with their sport. Johnny Kelly many of my colleagues in this body learned again in 1932, but he finally got the hang of was such a man. Dubbed the ‘‘Runner of the formative lessons through athletic competition, Century,’’ he was a three time Olympic ath- the marathon. He won his first Boston in 1935 and won again in 1945. and I believe that—as the Special Olympics lete, he ran the Boston Marathon 58 times philosophy also articulates—lessons learned in (winning it twice) and was a frequent partici- He also finished second seven times and sport and competition shape productive citi- pant in the Cape Cod Marathon and Falmouth one of Boston’s famous landmarks, ‘‘Heart- zens. break Hill,’’ was named for Kelley. In 1936 Road Race. A 1999 inductee in the Running In recognizing Special Olympics, I believe Hall of Fame, Kelly carried the Olympic torch Kelley, thinking that race leader Ellison ‘‘Tarzan’’ Brown had exhausted himself by that we must also recognize the Shriver family and served as a goodwill ambassador for the for their role in envisioning the games and al- sport he so loved. He ran with greats like the last of a series of hills in Newton around 20 miles, patted Brown on the back while lowing them to become what they are today. Jesse Owens and Stylianos Kyriakides. According to the Special Olympics Web site, Johnny Kelly was one of the Common- taking the lead. Incensed by this gesture, Brown soon regained the lead and went on to the Games have grown from the original 35 wealth’s favorite sons—and in his time, a liv- win. Kelley, heartbroken, faded to fifth. participants at Camp Shriver in Rockville, ing legend. Kelley finished 18th in the marathon at the Maryland into a 1.4 million athlete, multi-na- His passing at the age of 97, means that for tional movement. generations of Bay Staters a familiar figure will 1936 Berlin Olympics. He made the Olympic team again in 1940, but the games were can- The bill we are considering today is entitled not be at this year’s Boston Marathon serving the Special Olympics Sport and Empowerment as Grand Marshal. But his inspiring story will celed because of World War II. In the 1948 London Olympics, he finished 21st at age 40. Act. The title is fitting because of the bill’s four live on. On the course, at the base of the third In 1942, Kelley’s wife of three years, Mary, purposes: providing support to Special Olym- hill in Newton, a statue depicts a 27-year-old pics to increase athlete participation and pub- Kelley winning in 1935 and clasping hands died of cancer and he was soon drafted into the U.S. Army. Private John Kelley came up lic awareness, dispelling negative stereotypes with an older Kelley finishing in 1991 at 83. A about people with intellectual disabilities, build- fitting tribute to a man that reminded us all from Alabama’s Fort McClellan for the 1943 Boston Marathon, where his time of 2:30:00, ing athlete and family involvement through that the spirit of competition isn’t just for the his fastest ever at Boston, left him second sport, and promoting the gifts of people with young, but the young at heart. again. intellectual disabilities. I commend to my colleagues the following Another second place followed in 1944. But As a long time supporter of Special Olym- Cape Cod Times commentary on the passing pics, I am honored to be a cosponsor of this of this truly great American. in 1945, a decade after his first win in Boston, Kelley won again at 37 in 2:30:40. legislation. I am also pleased that Ames, Iowa [From the Cape Code Times] In 1993, the statue ‘‘Young at Heart’’ was will be a direct beneficiary of this bill. The in- TWO-TIME BOSTON MARATHON CHAMP JOHNNY dedicated in honor of Kelley at the base of augural Special Olympics U.S. National KELLEY DEAD AT 97 Heartbreak Hill. The statue depicts a 27- Games will be held in my district in Ames, (By Bill Higgins) year-old Kelley winning in 1935 and clasping Iowa. This tremendous event will take place Johnny Kelley, one of the most celebrated hands with an older Kelley finishing in 1991 from July 3–9, 2006 and is expected to bring and decorated distance runners ever, and a at 83. 4,000 athletes from all fifty states, over 1,000 name synonymous with the rich history of ‘‘I’ve had all kinds of citations and awards, coaches, and 9,000 family members and the Boston Marathon, died Wednesday night. friends to the Ames area. Volunteers are ex- He was 97. but this is just unbelievable,’’ Kelley said at Kelley won Boston twice and was woven the dedication. pected to number nearly 10,000. into the fabric of the event by running the ‘‘I’ve had a love affair with the marathon I believe that this forward looking bill is very race 61 times, finishing the 26.2 miles from all my life,’’ said Kelley, ‘‘and now, I guess, worthy of our support and I would ask my col- Hopkinton to Boston 58 times. this means I’ll always be a part of it.’’ leagues to join me in honoring Special Olym- Kelley last ran Boston in 1992 at the age of pics. 84 and then presided over the race as its Each Memorial Day weekend, races are grand marshal. His impact on the marathon held in Kelley’s honor in Hyannis, with pro- f was such that there is a statue of him on the ceeds benefiting Cape Cod Hospital, his fa- course with two Kelleys depicted, one young, vorite charity. THETA TAU PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING FRATERNITY one old, running hand-in-hand across the fin- Bill Rodgers, a four-time Boston Marathon ish line. champion, always called Kelley one of the Kelley died only hours after leaving his greatest athletes of the 20th century. HON. CLIFF STEARNS home in East Dennis and moving to the OF FLORIDA Windsor Skilled Nursing and Rehabilitation ‘‘When you think about it, who has done as Center in South Yarmouth. much as John?’’ Rodgers said. ‘‘Some people IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Kelley was a member of three Halls of say Jesse Owens or Jim Thorpe were the Thursday, October 7, 2004 Fame and a member of three U.S. Olympic greatest ever, but for me, it’s Johnny Kelley. teams. He was inducted into the USA Track Everyone makes lists for the best this, the Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, the Theta Tau and Field Hall of Fame in 1980, the first greatest that. Johnny’s on mine. He’s my Professional Engineering Fraternity was found- marathoner so honored. The selection com- hero.’’ ed at the University of Minnesota in 1904 and

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.105 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1875 is the largest, as well as the oldest, profes- COMMEMORATING THE BICENTEN- Throughout his career Mr. Power has con- sional engineering fraternity. Theta Tau’s pur- NIAL ANNIVERSARY OF THE sistently prided himself in his representation of pose is to develop and maintain a high stand- CITY OF FAIRFAX, VIRGINIA the ‘underdog’ who has suffered catastrophic ard of professional interest among its mem- personal injury or loss. He has taken on and bers, and to unite them in a strong fraternal HON. TOM DAVIS won such important cases as representing the fellowship. Over the past one hundred years, OF VIRGINIA family of the victims of an accident caused by Theta Tau has initiated 30,000 members into IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES an unqualified truck driver. a lifetime of brotherhood and 83 have been in- Thursday, October 7, 2004 Mr. Power’s prestige within the law commu- nity was acknowledged in 1999 when he was ducted into the Theta Tau Alumni Hall of Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I named one of the best plaintiff’s lawyers in the Fame for contributions to the Fraternity, and rise today to commemorate the bicentennial United States, and one of the top four in Illi- their profession. anniversary of the City of Fairfax, Virginia. nois. Mr. Power was later invited to join the I am honored to be one of the brothers of Two centuries ago, the Town of Providence, Inner Circle of Advocates, an organization that Theta Tau Professional Engineering Fraternity. a small community built around the Fairfax limits its membership to the top hundred plain- This year we are celebrating our Fraternity’s County Courthouse, was chartered by an act tiff’s trial lawyers in the United States. of the General Assembly. This steadily grow- Centennial Anniversary. I would like to con- Mr. Power’s past recognition serves as testi- ing center of business and government was gratulate all my brothers of the Theta Tau fra- mony to his significance within both the Chi- renamed Fairfax in 1874. During the Civil War, ternity, and the fraternity itself for being truly, cago and national law communities. In 2001, Providence was home to Company D, 17th he was honored both as, ‘‘Board Member of the Nation’s oldest, and still foremost Frater- Virginia Infantry, the ‘‘Fairfax Rifles’’ who nity for Engineers. the Year,’’ by the Little City Foundation and as fought in a skirmish on the courthouse lawn, ‘‘Protector of the Working Man,’’ by the Illinois and witnessed Confederate President Jeffer- f State Crime Commission. He was appointed son Davis meeting with his generals at the by Senator Joseph Biden as a legal adviser to Willcoxon Tavern. the U.S. Senate Judiciary Committee, and was WTO PROCEEDINGS REGARDING In 1892, the Town of Fairfax was incor- AIRBUS SUBSIDIES later appointed by the Illinois Supreme Court porated. At the beginning of World War II, the to its Rules Committee in 1995, serving as Town of Fairfax had a volunteer fire depart- Chair Person from 1996 to 2001. HON. DAVID DREIER ment, central water and sewer systems, a A native Chicagoan, Mr. Power’s importance town library and a high school. In 1961, Fair- to Chicago extends beyond the legal commu- OF CALIFORNIA fax was incorporated as an independent city. nity. He has been recognized as Citizen of the Since its humble beginnings as the Town of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Year by the City Club of Chicago, awarded the Providence, the City of Fairfax has blossomed. ‘‘Medal of Excellence’’ by the Loyola Univer- Thursday, October 7, 2004 It is now a vibrant city that has played an im- sity of Chicago Law School, and awarded with portant role in Virginia’s history. the ‘‘Medal of Merit’’ by the Illinois State Bar The City of Fairfax is the home of world- Mr. DREIER. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Association. commend Ambassador Zoellick and President class educational facilities, thriving busi- Mr. Speaker, I would like to join with the Bush for their decisive steps to bring about an nesses, and is a diverse and prosperous com- people of Chicago in commending Joseph A. end to the European Union’s longstanding munity. It is one of the economic and intellec- Power, Jr. on his continual strive for excel- practice of directly subsidizing their only large tual epicenters of the Commonwealth of Vir- lence within the field of law and congratulate civil aircraft company. By artificially propping ginia. him on this well deserved recognition. In 2005, the City of Fairfax will host a year- up Airbus for decades, the EU has distorted long celebration with special events to honor f the international market and undercut the this bicentennial anniversary. NATIONAL ALL SCHEDULES PRE- competitiveness of U.S. businesses and work- This milestone appropriately coincides with SCRIPTION ELECTRONIC RE- ers. Today’s announcement that the U.S. will the Old Town Fairfax redevelopment project, PORTING ACT OF 2004 begin World Trade Organization (WTO) dis- which began this past July. The improvements pute settlement proceedings in this matter made during this project will transform Fairfax SPEECH OF demonstrates this Administration’s commit- into a city for the 21st century and beyond. ment to creating a competitive worldwide mar- Mr. Speaker, in closing, I would like to com- HON. EDWARD J. MARKEY ket for globally engaged companies. mend and congratulate the citizens of the City OF MASSACHUSETTS of Fairfax on the occasion of their bicentennial IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Since 1992, the large commercial aircraft in- anniversary. I call upon my colleagues to join Tuesday, October 5, 2004 dustry has been governed by the U.S.-EU me in celebrating the history of this great city, Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to express Agreement on Large Civil Aircraft. This agree- and in wishing for its continued prosperity. ment was intended to cap and gradually re- my strong concerns about the lack of ade- f duce direct government subsidies in the indus- quate patient privacy protections in H.R. 3015, try, particularly by restricting the amount of HONORING JOSEPH A. POWER, JR. the National All Schedules Prescription Elec- launch aid. However, subsidization of Airbus tronic Reporting Act of 2004. H.R. 3015 is intended to support states’ ef- by EU member countries continues to in- HON. RAHM EMANUEL forts to prevent the abuse of certain controlled crease. To date, not one Airbus model has OF ILLINOIS substances through the provision of federal IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES been developed without significant govern- grants to the states for the purpose of estab- ment aid. The $15 billion in launch aid alone Thursday, October 7, 2004 lishing and implementing controlled substance has in effect taken $35 billion off Airbus’s bal- Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I would like to monitoring programs. States would use the ance sheet. extend my warmest congratulations to Joseph grants to develop and maintain an electronic The start of WTO proceedings in this case A. Power, Jr. of Chicago on being honored by database containing information about the follows a months-long effort by Ambassador The Illinois Bar Foundation with their 2004 type of medication prescribed, quantity dis- Zoellick to bring the EU to the negotiating Distinguished Award for Excellence. pensed, number of refills, and similar product table. The Bush Administration has made it The Illinois Bar Foundation was established information. The database also would collect clear that only an agreement that leads to an over fifty years ago with the mission ‘‘to serve personal information about each patient re- end of all subsidies will be acceptable, and I the people of Illinois by contributing to pro- ceiving prescriptions of the covered controlled fully support the President in this objective. grams dedicated to the improvement of the substances, such as the patient’s name, ad- administration of justice and to sustain and dress and telephone number. Restoring full, free and fair competition to further enhance the ideals of the legal profes- The abuse of controlled substances such as the international civil aircraft industry will ben- sion.’’ A founding partner in the law firm of oxycontin and amphetamines is a serious efit consumers, businesses, workers and in- Power Rogers & Smith, Mr. Power is a highly problem that plagues many Americans. In re- vestors on both sides of the Atlantic. I look for- committed and respected trial attorney, who sponse to the seriousness of the problem of ward to continuing to work with Ambassador embodies this mission, and is a worthy recipi- prescription drug abuse, more than 20 states, Zoellick in advancing our open trade agenda. ent of this award. including Massachusetts, have taken steps to

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.110 E11PT1 E1876 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 prevent such abuse through the establishment Now that H.R. 3015 has been approved by pendence, a day more commonly referred to of reporting requirements on pharmacists and the House, I urge the Senate to strengthen the as Double 10 Day as it falls on October 10. the creation of drug monitoring databases privacy provisions in the legislation so that the Double 10 Day is a joyous and important day similar to those contemplated by H.R. 3015. In important goal of preventing prescription drug for the Taiwanese people, and I am proud to Massachusetts, for example, pharmacies are abuse can be advanced without sacrificing the join the people of Taiwan and President Chen required to report the prescriptions they fill for privacy of law-abiding patients. Shui-bian in commemorating the Chinese peo- substances in Schedules I and II to the state’s [From the New York Times, Oct. 1, 2004] ple’s struggle for independence. department of Public Health. CONFIDENTIALITY FOR FOSTER CHILDREN IS Double 10 Day offers those of us in Con- The problem is that H.R. 3015 does not pro- BROKEN gress an opportunity to recognize Taiwan’s vide the safeguards that are required to shield (By Terry Aguayo) friendship and unwavering alliance with the patients—the vast majority of whom will be MIAMI, Sept. 30.—Confidential records of United States. This strong alliance is predi- law-abiding citizens receiving medications as nearly 4,000 abused and foster children in cated in part on shared values. In fact, Taiwan part of a legitimate plan of care—from unau- Central Florida were available to the public has nurtured a stable democracy and vibrant thorized disclosure of their personal medical on the Internet for at least four months be- economy that encourages the entrepreneurial information. Instead, the legislation provides cause of a security breach in a child welfare computer system, the Department of Chil- spirit. the states broad leeway to establish data- dren and Families said on Thursday. Through its trading relationships, Taiwan bases of patients’ private medical records with The records included the children’s names, has become an economic engine in East Asia little guidance on the privacy protections that photographs, Social Security numbers, case and reliable trading partner for the United must be in place in order to qualify for the histories and locations of the foster homes States. Taiwan is our nation’s 8th largest trad- grants. they were in, and were accessible on the Web ing partner, underscoring the economic ties so For example, H.R. 3015 does not require site of Kids Central, a private children’s critical to our two nations. In 2003 alone, two- states to limit access to the database informa- agency under contract with the Department of Children and Families, the state’s child way trade between the United States and Tai- tion to a finite and identifiable number of indi- welfare agency. wan totaled $49 billion, and for the past 25 viduals. Instead, the bill permits disclosure of In April or May, Kids Central began using years the living standards have steadily risen individually-identifiable patient information in a computer system designed to let private for the people of Taiwan. the database to a wide range of professionals caseworkers review state child welfare Taiwan’s strong relationship with the United in addition to practitioners and law enforce- records through the Internet, said to Janice States will continue to flourish and grow in the ment personnel, including any local, state or Johnson, chief executive of Kids Central in years ahead. In the meantime, I wish to wel- Ocala. Although a user name and a password federal ‘‘narcotics control, licensure, discipli- come Taiwan ambassador Dr. David Lee to nary or program authority’’ who can make spe- were needed to reach the records, some pass- words and user names became available on- Washington. Dr. Lee has recently replaced cific certifications as to the need for access to line in unrestricted files created when case- former ambassador C.J. Chen, who was an the information. Any ‘‘agent of another state’’ workers sought technical help with the sys- excellent statesman and will be missed by his with a monitoring program approved by the bill tem. friends here in Washington, DC. I am con- also could gain access to patient records in ‘‘Confidentiality is critical,’’ said Don fident that Dr. Lee will represent Taiwan well the database, provided that the purpose of the Thomas, district administrator for the De- and I look forward to working with him and his partment of Children and Families in Cen- access is for ‘‘implementing the state’s con- very able staff. trolled substance monitoring program.’’ Such tral Florida. ‘‘If these kids are in the child welfare system to begin with, they have a far Again, Mr. Speaker, I extend my congratula- easy access puts the privacy of potentially from ideal life, and if their personal informa- tions and best wishes to the people of Taiwan hundreds of thousands of law-abiding citizens tion is available to those who don’t have to on the occasion of their National Day this Oc- at risk of unauthorized disclosure. know, it violates their privacy.’’ tober 10. Additional privacy protections that are miss- Department administrators ordered the f ing from H.R. 3015 include: a requirement that Web site shut down on Wednesday after a re- states receiving grants under the terms of the porter for The Miami Herald, which first re- MARGARET A. PERRY bill periodically purge the database of informa- ported the problem, informed them of the tion about any particular prescription after a flaw. It was back up Thursday morning after the security issues were resolved, Mr. Thom- HON. DALE E. KILDEE limited amount of time; unambiguous language as said. OF MICHIGAN stipulating that the bill does not override es- Mr. Thomas said he knew of no one, other IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tablished standards of medical ethics relating than the reporter, who gained access to the to privacy; establishment of specific penalties records because of the flaw. Thursday, October 7, 2004 for unauthorized access and redisclosure; and ‘‘A child’s case record is a child’s life. It Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you a provision making clear that the term ‘‘min- should be treated as sacred,’’ said Richard today to recognize an outstanding community Wexler, executive director of the National leader, Margaret A. Perry of Mt. Morris, Michi- imum necessary’’ as it relates to the limitation Coalition for Child Protection Reform and a of information to the ‘‘minimum necessary’’ strong critic of the department. ‘‘Given the gan. Margaret Perry will be retiring from her needed to comply with a request for patient kind of information, I think there is a clear post as Mt. Morris Charter Township Trustee data be interpreted as defined under the danger, particularly since the locations of after 16 years of commendable service and Amended Privacy Rule. these children were made available to any- dedication. The township along with family and While I strongly support efforts to prevent one.’’ friends will honor Ms. Perry during a ‘‘Sweet the abuse of controlled substances, H.R. 3015 The Department of Children and Families 16 Retirement’’ celebration on October 23, does not contain sufficient guidance to the has been afflicted by numerous problems 2004 at the Ramada Inn and Conference Cen- that surfaced after it lost track of a 4-year- states on the level of privacy protections that old foster child, Rilya Wilson, and did not ter in Flint, Michigan. they must provide in the creation and mainte- notice she was missing until 15 months later, Margaret Perry was born in Athens, Geor- nance of the databases authorized under the in April 2002. She remains unaccounted for. gia. She has been a resident of Genesee legislation. The potential for the invasion of Jerry Regier, the department’s secretary, re- County for 50 years and a Mt. Morris Town- patient privacy resulting from such databases signed in August as a result of accusations ship resident for 40 years. Margaret has been is not merely theoretical. The New York Times that he and two top aides took favors from a champion for the community. She began her reported on October 1, 2004 that confidential contractors. career in politics in 1988 when she became records of nearly 4,000 abused and foster chil- f the 1st African American elected to a township dren in Central Florida were available to the CONGRATULATING TAIWAN ON position in Genesee County. She has held the public on the Internet for at least four months THEIR NATIONAL DAY OCTOBER post of Mt. Morris Township Trustee from because of a security breach in a child welfare 10TH 1988 to the present. She is a member of the computer system. The records included the Planning Commission, and Michigan Township children’s names, photographs, Social Security Association. She is a member of the Heart of numbers, case histories and locations of the HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA Senior Citizens Services Board. Margaret has OF CALIFORNIA foster homes they were in, and were acces- been the forerunner in organizing voter reg- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sible on a Web site of a private children’s istration and get-out-the-vote drives in Gen- agency under contract with the Department of Thursday, October 7, 2004 esee County. She is an active member of the Children and Families. I am including a copy Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to A. Philip Randolph Institute (APRI). She of this article for inclusion in the Record. celebrate the anniversary of Taiwan’s inde- served as the Michigan Chapter APRI Vice-

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.114 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1877 President from 1987–2003, Greater Flint dent of the company at the age of 28. Soon Naval Officer, Lieutenant Commander Scott Chapter APRI Director of Operations 1986– after, he and two fellow employees bought the Zellem. The people of Indiana County and this 2002, and Greater Flint Chapter APRI Finan- company. country lost a dedicated and faithful sailor cial Secretary 1986–2002. As a loyal member This success would crown many people’s when a naval training mission turned tragic on of the Democratic Party, Margaret has held business careers, but not John’s. He was just August 10th. Scott was laid to rest at Arlington many leadership positions. She was 1st Vice getting started. First, he continued to build and Cemetery on September 7, 2004 with full mili- Chairperson of the Genesee County Demo- expand Smith’s, Inc. to weather future market tary honors and after living a life of distin- cratic Party from 1986–1992, and elected a trends. He then labored to help build a num- guished service to this great nation. delegate to the Democratic National Conven- ber of other substantial firms including Engi- Founded upon the ideals of liberty and de- tion in 1988. She has also served as the field neered Systems, Inc., Higgins Electric, Inc., mocracy, America is a country unlike any organizer for the Democratic Coordinated Aladan, Inc., USA Yeast, Inc., South Alabama other. As Americans, we cherish freedom and Campaign in 1990 and holds a Michigan Brick Company; Southeastern Commercial Fi- strive for progress with every opportunity. Our Democratic Party Certificate on Campaign Or- nancial, LLC, and Twitchell, Inc. He also men and women of the United States Military ganizing. She also held the positions of 7th serves on the board of directors of Regional are dedicated to this cause and are respected Congressional District Democratic Black Cau- Financial Corporation. and honored for their service. cus Fundraising Chairperson and Correspond- John’s ability to lead is not limited to the Our troops stand resolved to protect our ence Secretary from 1984–1990. business area as he was called to serve as a families and our children from danger and at- Margaret has dedicated her life to making past member and Chairman of the Alabama tack. To these American military heroes, it is Mt. Morris Township and Genesee County a Ethics Commission in addition to his many understood that we must do everything pos- better place to live, work and visit. She is re- Southeast Alabama volunteer efforts. sible to win the war against terrorism and tired from her position with Hurley Medical I congratulate John in his induction and wish keep Americans safe at home. Center as a Laboratory Technical Aide with 25 him the very best as he continues to create Scott Zellem was one of the men to which years of notable service. Aside from being an jobs, serve our community, and inspire future we owe our safety and freedom. His life is one outstanding leader, Margaret is also devoted business leaders. that will be remembered with great admiration to her children and grandchildren, and she f and respect. Tonight, October 8, 2004, Scott’s credits the love and support of her family for high school graduating class of 1987 will join her success. HONORING GLORIA VOUTOS, with family, friends, and the community of Indi- Mr. Speaker, as a Member of Congress, I TEXAS 2005 ELEMENTARY ana County to pay tribute and thank Scott ask my colleagues in the 108th Congress to TEACHER OF THE YEAR Zellem for his service. Scott answered the call please join me in paying tribute to an out- to duty, and for his service, we are a grateful standing community activist, Margaret A. HON. PETE SESSIONS nation. His sacrifice, and the sacrifice of thou- Perry, for her past and current service and OF TEXAS sands who have fallen before him, will not be contributions to Genesee County and Mt. Mor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES forgotten. ris Township. I wish her the best in future en- Thursday, October 7, 2004 f deavors. TRIBUTE TO BOB WOLFE f Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I join my fel- low Lone Star State colleagues in congratu- TRIBUTE TO JOHN H. WATSON, IN- lating Gloria Voutos of the Richardson Inde- HON. IKE SKELTON DUCTEE TO ALABAMA BUSINESS pendent School District’s (RISD) Spring Valley OF MISSOURI HALL OF FAME Elementary School. I am proud to represent IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Spring Valley Elementary School in the 32nd Thursday, October 7, 2004 HON. TERRY EVERETT Congressional District of Texas. OF ALABAMA Gloria Voutos was just recently named the Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, it has come to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Texas Elementary Teacher of the Year for my attention that a long and exceptionally dis- 2005 by the Texas Education Agency. This tinguished career has come to an end. Mr. Thursday, October 7, 2004 award is a high distinction for Gloria, as more Bob Wolfe, of Sedalia, Missouri, has retired Mr. EVERETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to shine than 228,000 teachers in Texas are eligible to from his position as president of the Sedalia the spotlight on an exemplary Alabamian and be chosen for this honor. office of Septagon Construction Company. resident of the Second Congressional District, Gloria is a proud veteran of the U.S. Air Mr. Wolfe was born on August 12, 1943, in Mr. John H. Watson of Dothan, who is being Force, and after serving her country in uni- Cleveland, Ohio. After graduating from inducted into the Alabama Business Hall of form, she decided to further serve her local Charles F. Brush High School, he attended Fame October 7th. community by becoming a teacher. She com- Iowa State University on a full football scholar- John Watson is well known in the Wiregrass pleted her teacher preparation program at ship. He graduated in 1965 with a degree in of Southeast Alabama where his name is syn- Southern Methodist University that I am also Business Administration. onymous with hard work and business suc- proud to represent. She has pursued a career In 1975, Mr. Wolfe began working at a com- cess. His life reads like a classic American of being a bilingual instructional specialist, and pany called Temple Callison, and in 1977, Mr. success story. He started early his tradition of constantly wins high praise from her col- Wolfe and his business associate, Tom Davis, entrepreneurship by delivering ice and per- leagues and students. bought Temple Callison. At the time, the Tem- forming carpentry while still in grade school in This is the second consecutive year that the ple Callison Company generated 3 million dol- the 1950’s. RISD has produced a teacher that has been lars in revenue. In 1982, Mr. Davis and Mr. John was the first person in his family to at- named a finalist for this year, and I am very Wolfe turned the Callison Company into the tend college. He turned down a scholarship at delighted that this year Richardson was able Septagon Construction Company. The com- the University of Alabama in order to avail to be the home for the winner. I wish Gloria pany currently has 5 locations in two states himself of the superior engineering program at all the best for her continued teaching excel- and generates over 100 million dollars. Mr. rival Auburn University. He graduated in 1960 lence with the children of the Richardson ISD. Wolfe believes in strong principles and values with a degree in engineering, putting it to work f that have helped his business continue to be almost immediately for Uncle Sam as a mem- successful for so many years. He believed ber of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. He LAMENTING THE LOSS OF LIEU- that the company had to be a part of the com- proudly served as a second lieutenant in 1961 TENANT COMMANDER SCOTT munity, and the company needed to be a fam- and 1962 during the Berlin Crisis. ZELLEM ily of customers and employees for the com- John returned to Dothan and civilian life with pany to survive and flourish. Mr. Wolfe was his wife, Gail, to set up their home. John HON. BILL SHUSTER president of the entire Septagon Construction quickly made a name for himself as self-start- OF PENNSYLVANIA Company until 1998, at which time he became er by joining the staff of Smith’s Incorporated IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES president of the company’s Sedalia Office. of Dothan—the largest mechanical contracting In addition to his accomplished business ca- firm in the area. As an engineer, John did Thursday, October 7, 2004 reer, Mr. Wolfe has been very involved in his what he always did by putting 200 percent into Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to community. He has served as a board mem- his work. Within four years, he became presi- lament the loss of a great American hero and ber, campaign chairman and president of the

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.118 E11PT1 E1878 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 Sedalia Pettis County United Way. Also, he genocide and finalize a comprehensive peace main the Cradle of Naval Aviation. There is no was a board member, officer and founder of agreement with the South. other place in the world like the panhandle of the Ditzfeld Foundation for recovering alco- Only then will the innocent civilians, who Florida and the residents there recognize that holics. He has been a member and chairman have suffered for so long, be able to begin re- there is no better place to rebuild their lives. of the Central Missouri State University Col- building their lives. Mr. Speaker, I offer my sincere thanks to all lege of Business and Economics Advisory This bill immediately imposes sanctions on those, near and far, who have given comfort Board and has served as a member of the the Government of Sudan. I think this is sound and have helped the residents of Florida’s Iowa State University College of Business Ad- policy. We are dealing with a government that panhandle rebuild their lives. visory Board. He is a member of St. Paul’s Lu- is committing genocide against its own people, f theran Church, and he has been president of therefore we need to use every possible tool CONGRATULATIONS TO TEXAS IN- the congregation for three terms. to apply pressure so that it will stop. Mr. Speaker, I know the Members of the H.R. 5061 also outlines multilateral actions STRUMENTS WORKING MOTHER House will join me in paying tribute to Mr. Bob to press U.N. countries to apply additional MAGAZINE’S TOP PLACES TO Wolfe for his outstanding career and dedica- pressure on Sudan, and most importantly pro- WORK tion to his community and in wishing him all vides much-needed humanitarian aid to Darfur the best as he enters the next stage of his life and humanitarian and development aid to al- HON. SAM JOHNSON with his wife Claudia and his children, Erika leviate suffering in the South. OF TEXAS and Aaron. We are beyond the point of merely warning IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f the Government of Sudan with punitive meas- Thursday, October 7, 2004 ures. We must now take action. Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, COMPREHENSIVE PEACE IN SUDAN The world is watching and rogue regimes in congratulations are in order for Texas Instru- ACT other nations who have the ability to do this to ments. For the Ninth Year in a Row—Working their own people are watching how we re- SPEECH OF Mother magazine has named Texas Instru- spond. Our response to genocide must be ments a best place to work. firm. HON. FRANK R. WOLF It’s an honor to represent the numerous em- The world will look back on Darfur in 10 OF VIRGINIA ployees at Texas Instruments who helped years and know that the United States stood IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES make this achievement possible. firm and the United States stood with the peo- Wednesday, October 6, 2004 Some would consider Texas Instruments a ple of Darfur. trailblazer in the workplace when it comes to Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong I call on every member of Congress to vote family issues. That’s because they are. support of H.R. 5061 and urge all members to in favor of this important legislation. We must In the early 1990’s, a small team of employ- vote for this important legislation. send a strong message to the Government of ees concerned about work and family issues I would like to thank Representative TOM Sudan that the United States will not sit by created the Texas Instruments Work/Life Strat- TANCREDO for introducing this important legis- while they commit genocide. egy; an endeavor that has helped shape the lation. I would also like to thank Chairman f company’s culture through changing times HYDE and Congressman LANTOS and their with outstanding results. staffs for moving this legislation swiftly through HONORING ALL THOSE SERVING TI champions talented and ambitious committee. NORTHWEST FLORIDA IN THE women throughout the organization. TI has a This legislation could not be more timely. AFTERMATH OF HURRICANE number of very active Women’s Initiatives that Stories and pictures of horrific abuse and suf- IVAN offer a range of speakers and programs to fering in the Darfur region of Sudan are now help women achieve their full potential in their on our nightly news. Newspapers are running HON. JEFF MILLER careers at TI. Since 1989 representation of daily stories. I visited Sudan in July and wit- OF FLORIDA women in management job grades has in- nessed with my own eyes the horrific condi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES creased over 450 percent. tions. Thursday, October 7, 2004 New mothers receive eight weeks of paid The world has now awakened to this night- maternity leave at TI, and they have a built-in mare and we must do everything in our power Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the organizations, businesses, support network when they return to the job. to try to stop it. TI employees can find help and advice with We must not forget that the conflict in Darfur and people who helped the residents of North- work and personal issues through the has been occurring for the last year and a half west Florida get back on their feet during Hur- LifeWorks resource and referral service. And a but that there also has been an ongoing war ricane Ivan’s aftermath. Corporate Concierge service can help with ev- for the last 20 years between the Government The panhandle of Florida was dealt a dif- erything from party planning, to locating hard- of Sudan and the mostly Christian South. ficult hand, as Ivan left no life untouched. Un- doubtedly once again, Northwest Floridians to-find gifts. Millions of lives have been lost. Millions TI employees receive discounts at child care have proven their strength during times of more are shattered and scarred forever. centers and have access to back-up care and Sudan has suffered from war crimes and devastating destruction and loss. care for sick children. Returning to our homes to assess the dam- unspeakable human rights abuses. One coun- TI offers a flexible work environment allow- age, we were reassured that we were not try, one group of people, should not have to ing employees the opportunity to effectively alone and help was on the way. Gulf Power, endure so much suffering. manage their work/life challenges. Sudan is not alone. Africa has seen enor- Escambia River Electric Cooperative, local Is it any wonder that Texas Instruments is mous suffering this past decade from the radio stations and newspapers, the Red recognized globally as a great place to work— butchery that took place in Sierra Leone to the Cross, FEMA, Army Corps of Engineers, and by employees and third parties alike? Con- genocide in Rwanda. We must learn from the the Small Business Administration assisted al- gratulations, and I salute all the people at TI past, learn from the mistakes of our own inac- most everyone in the community in a variety who helped make this accomplishment a re- tion, and mobilize to try to save lives. of ways; from supplying ice, water, and food, ality. Some 50,000 people are already dead in to emotional support, the spread of information Darfur and more than a million more are at and monetary funds in the effort to help re- f risk. The world must act now. build. Thanks to these folks, I’m happy to re- A BILL TO PROVIDE FOR A TAX The United States took a bold move under port that the lights are coming back on, CREDIT TO AN INDIVIDUAL PUR- the leadership of Secretary of State Powell by bridges are mended, roofs are tarped, busi- CHASING A GUN SAFE calling what is occurring in Sudan what it is— nesses are reopening, and naval aviators are a genocide. Unfortunately the international training. HON. AMO HOUGHTON community has been slow to respond. As for the Panhandle’s future, it’s not the OF NEW YORK H.R. 5061 is based on the fact that geno- character of Northwest Floridians to give up IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cide is now occurring in Darfur and that the hope. Our communities will continue to unite Government of Sudan is complicit in this together, and rebuild our homes and busi- Thursday, October 7, 2004 genocide. Significant pressure must be placed nesses better and stronger. Our military infra- Mr. HOUGHTON. Mr. Speaker, today I am on the Government of Sudan to both end the structure will rebuild and Pensacola will re- introducing a bill to provide for an income tax

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.122 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1879 credit relating to the purchase of a gun safe. STATEMENT BY WASHINGTON METROPOLITAN Mr. Adgate is a veteran of the Coast Guard Experts agree that firearms should be stored AREA ELECTED LOCAL LEADERS TO BE FOR- as well as a member of the Rotary Club, Old unloaded and locked up, with ammunition WARDED TO PRESIDENT BUSH AND WASH- Erie Lodge No. 3F and Howland Community INGTON AREA MEMBERS OF CONGRESS stored separately. This bill, if enacted, would Church where he serves as trustee. He also help protect our children and others due to ac- We are concerned for the effects of the volunteers for Mobile Meals, plays tennis United States’ involvement in Iraq on the cidents, suicides, and other acts, all connected Washington, D.C. metropolitan area. So far, every week, swims and square dances. with unguarded guns. Congress has appropriated more than $160 Mr. Adgate was honored by the Prime Time The non-refundable credit would amount to billion for the Iraq conflict. These enormous Awards Program, a year-long initiative to rec- 25 percent of the total costs of purchasing, appropriations are causing the Federal def- ognize the tremendous accomplishments of shipping, and installing a gun safe in a tax- icit to reach dangerous levels. They also will working seniors. The program’s goal is to payer’s residence. The maximum credit would cause reductions in important Federal pro- break down the barriers to hiring, training and grams that address transportation, infra- retaining older workers. Nominations for Out- be limited to 25 percent of the total costs up structure, and pressing social needs within to $1,000, or a total credit of $250. standing Older Worker are received from the United States. This is happening at a across the country and a panel of volunteers Over 22 million children in the U.S. live in time when serious budget problems are being homes with at least one firearm. A study by experienced by every state in the union, in- in each state selects the most distinguished the prestigious Rand Corporation found that cluding those in the Washington D.C. area. honoree. Mr. Speaker, once again I wish to extend fewer than 50 percent of American families Local governments already are feeling the effects of Federal and state deficits and cuts my congratulations to Mr. Adgate. I believe with firearms stored their firearms safely—un- to non-defense programs. Local officials are that he is an inspiration for all of us and it is loaded, locked and away from the ammunition. being put in the difficult position of having with great pride that I honor him for being Storing firearms unloaded in a well con- to either cut needed services to residents or named Ohio’s Outstanding Older Worker. structed gun safe with a keyed combination or pass the expenses for such services to local electronic lock is the most secure method for taxpayers. Moreover, many analysts believe f preventing unauthorized access by children, that the United States’ foreign policy ac- ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMIN- adolescents and criminals to firearms in a tions are strengthening and emboldening ter- ISTRATION REAUTHORIZATION rorist groups, which puts the United States home. and all of its people—particularly those in ACT OF 2004 The FBI estimates there are more than the National Capital area—at increased risk. SPEECH OF 341,000 incidents of firearm theft from private We want to do our part to fight terrorism, citizens annually. Nearly one-third of these but the U.S. must embrace a thoughtful and HON. JOHN D. DINGELL firearms will be used in the commission of an- realistic approach which can garner inter- OF MICHIGAN other crime. Increasing the use of gun safes national support. We honor and respect the sacrifices, the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with keyed, combination or electronic locks professionalism, and the courage of our mili- Wednesday, October 6, 2004 would decrease the number of firearms stolen tary personnel serving in the Persian Gulf, Mr. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, the Economic from homes and used by criminals to intimi- and are especially mindful of those from the date, harm and kill their victims. metropolitan Washington area who have Development Administration (EDA) provides critical support to distressed communities. As- There is nothing mandatory about this legis- been put into conditions of extreme hardship sistance for the productive reuse of aban- lation. The decision to purchase a gun safe re- in that area. We hope and pray that they may return safely home. doned industrial facilities and the redevelop- mains a personal decision as does a person’s For all of these reasons, we ask that you ment of brownfields is encouraged by the EDA decision to take advantage of the tax credit. move immediately to promote a viable reso- Reauthorization Act and I agree with this wor- The legislation is designed to encourage a vol- lution to the Iraq conflict. We further re- thy goal. untary act and does not in any way intrude quest that you forbid and refrain from fund- To the limited extent EDA is involved in into the American home. I ask your support for ing further unilateral and preemptive mili- tary activity, including military strikes on funding assessment or cleanup of brownfields this legislation, which would help protect fami- sites, the intent of the EDA bill is that grant lies, especially the children, from untimely any nation that is not directly threatening the United States. funds shall only be provided consistent with deaths due to unguarded guns. Your attention to this important matter is the ‘‘Polluter Pays’’ principle. When federal greatly appreciated. funds are provided for assessment or cleanup, f f it is important to ensure that the costs not be shifted from the polluter to the taxpayer. This RECOGNIZING THE EFFORTS OF MR. JAMES ADGATE HONORED AS principle applies broadly whether the projects NORTHERN VIRGINIA RESIDENTS OHIO’S OUTSTANDING OLDER are addressed under CERCLA, in the Leaking TO BRING PEACE AND SECURITY WORKER TO OUR NATION Underground Storage Tank program under the Solid Waste Disposal Act, or under other envi- HON. TIM RYAN ronmental laws. For example, in a statement HON. JAMES P. MORAN OF OHIO to the Senate Committee on Environment and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF VIRGINIA Public Works on April 28, 2004, David Samp- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, October 7, 2004 son, Assistant Secretary of Commerce, told the Committee that ‘‘EDA is not seeking to in Thursday, October 7, 2004 Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to congratulate James R. ‘‘Dick’’ Adgate of any way relieve a responsible party from liabil- Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I rise Warren, Ohio for receiving Ohio’s Outstanding ity under CERCLA nor to provide funds to a today to recognize the efforts of a group of Older Worker Award. party to undertake clean-ups required under local elected officials and constituents from my Mr. Adgate was born in 1921. He started CERCLA, since to do so would undercut the Congressional district to weigh in on our Na- working in the 1930’s during the Depression at ‘Polluter Pays’ principle on which CERCLA tion’s budgetary priorities. These individuals his father’s greenhouse where he grew cut was founded.’’ are all involved in local government and com- flowers and sold them to retail florists in the I intend to follow up on the progress of the munity organizations. They are appealing to city. He liked the business but wanted to be EDA brownfields program, and to see that tax- President Bush to ensure a viable response to on the retail side, so his father built a small payer funds do not bail out responsible par- the Iraq conflict and that the Nation’s domestic shop, Elm Road Florist, in front of the green- ties. On October 5, 2004, I sent a letter to priorities are not shortchanged in the process. house. From these beginnings, Mr. Adgate’s EDA with the Ranking Member of the Sub- They come together to oppose the nation’s business grew until he owned and operated, committee on Environment and Hazardous use of unilateral and preemptive military activ- with the help of his wife Betty, a chain of Materials, Representative SOLIS, requesting ity and seek to promote a more peaceable for- stores throughout the area. He retired in the detailed information on the brownfields clean- eign policy. I am also submitting a letter that early 1990’s. Soon after he retired, increased up program. A successful brownfields program was sent to President Bush and all Wash- competition and changes in the client base assists in the redevelopment of abandoned ington area Members of Congress showing made it difficult for the floral shop to compete. sites with limited contamination. This goal their concern on this important issue. Mr. Mr. Adgate came out of retirement and took must be achieved without sacrificing environ- Speaker, I ask you to join me in supporting over the business again, working to make it mental protection and without shifting the bur- their commitment to our country and concern more efficient. He continues to look for new den of the cleanup to taxpayers when the pol- for the pressing social needs in communities. ways to stay competitive. luters can be held accountable.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.127 E11PT1 E1880 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 START MAKING A READER TODAY students. He is well-liked, admired and re- 1993 First Place Nursery/Landscape, First (SMART) READING PROGRAM spected by the students, parents and faculty Place Tool Identification, First Place of Chatham Central High School and through- in Creed out the county’s schools because he has tre- 1994 First Place Floriculture HON. PETER A. DeFAZIO 1995 First Place Floriculture OF OREGON mendous knowledge about his field of teach- ing. He began winning first place awards for 1996 First Place Floriculture, First Place IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Horticulture and Floriculture in 1975 and is still Nursery/Landscape, First Place For- Thursday, October 7, 2004 winning. I will submit his list of awards so that estry 1997 First Place Floriculture, First Place Congress can see his many, many awards! Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Speaker, as Congress Nursery/Landscape, First Place Extem- In addition, Mr. Smith has been recognized looks for innovative solutions to educate our poraneous Public Speaking, First Place Nation’s children—our next generation of lead- county-wide by Chatham County public Tool Identification, Seventh Place For- ers—I’d like to call attention to a nonprofit schools as their Teacher of the Year for the estry and North Carolina State FFA reading program called SMART: Start Making school years, 1980–1981, 1981–1982 and Officer A Reader Today. SMART is making a measur- 1986–1987. He has been named Chatham 1998 First Place Floriculture able difference for Oregon children who are County Central High School Teacher of the 1999 First Place Nursery falling behind. It has tremendous potential as Year for the school years 1980–1981, 1981– 2000 First Place Tool Identification a model for the Nation. 1982, 1986–1987 and 1993–1994. In 1995 he 2001 First Place Floriculture SMART’s mission is to hook children on was one of only 6 teachers to be recognized 2002 First Place Floriculture and First Place as a National Regional Teacher of the Year. reading at an early age. By connecting chil- Nursery/Landscape His principal at Bear Creek Central High dren with community volunteers for weekly 2003 First Place Floriculture School had this high praise for him, ‘‘Mr. 2004 First Place Floriculture and First Place one-on-one reading sessions—and giving Smith is one of the educators that will come Nursery/Landscape each student free books to take home and along once in a lifetime. He is a mentor, and NATIONAL FFA TITLES: keep—SMART cultivates a supportive environ- an innovator. He is humble, yet driven to suc- ment where reading skills build quickly and ceed. His students will fondly remember the 1974 Tenth Place Horticulture confidence grows just as fast. impact that he made for several years after 1977 Fifth Place Horticulture Perhaps most importantly, SMART delivers they leave Chatham Central High School. 1978 First Place Horticulture proven results. Independent research shows They will realize that they weren’t simply 1979 Ninth Place Floriculture and Nursery/ Landscape that children who participate in SMART de- taught the subjects of horticulture and flori- velop key reading skills faster than their peers, 1980 Third Place Nursery/Landscape culture; they were trained for the real world 1981 Second Place Floriculture and maintain these gains after leaving the pro- application of both.’’ gram. In fact, fifth graders who have been in 1982 Third Place Floriculture and Third Mr. Speaker, North Carolina is truly blessed Place Nursery/Landscape SMART are 60 percent more likely than their to have the abilities and talents of a teacher 1983 Ninth Place Floriculture and Fifth peers to reach the state benchmark in read- like Julian Smith teaching and shaping its Place Nursery/Landscape ing. young minds. I am pleased that Chatham 1984 First Place Floriculture and Second SMART began 12 years ago in eight County recognizes the talents of this wonder- Place Nursery/Landscape schools and has since grown to serve more ful teacher, and I am pleased to be able to 1985 First Place Floriculture—students also than 11,000 children annually in 31 of Or- recognize him in the U.S. House of Rep- placed First, Second and Third individ- egon’s 36 counties. About 9,000 adults each resentatives. ually—and First Place Nursery/Land- year volunteer with SMART in more than 260 JULIAN SMITH RESUME´ scape public elementary schools. HONORS 1986 First Place Floriculture and Second SMART’s unique track record of mobilizing 1997 North Carolina State Outstanding Place Nursery/Landscape whole communities to invest in their local Alumni from Agriculture Education 1987 Second Place Prepared Public Speaking schools has been pivotal to the program’s on- 1995 National Regional Agriculture Teacher 1988 Second Place Nursery/Landscape going success. By engaging so many people of the Year (Six in the U.S.) 1989 Second Place Floriculture and First to make community literacy a priority, SMART 1980–1981; 1981–1982; 1986–1987 Chatham Coun- Place Nursery/Landscape is helping to create an educated workforce for ty Teacher of the Year 1990 Fifth Place Floriculture and Third Place 1980–1981; 1981–1982; 1986–1987; 1993–1994 Chat- Nursery/Landscape the next generation. It is helping Oregon build ham Central High School Teacher of 1992 First Place Floriculture a solid economic future. the Year Tarheel of the Week—Raleigh 1993 First Place Nursery/Landscape Please join me in making SMART and other News & Observer—January, 2000 1994 Fifth Place Floriculture proven early reading programs a funding pri- NORTH CAROLINA STATE FFA TITLES 1995 First Place Floriculture ority this year. 1965 First Place Tool Identification 1996 First Place Floriculture and Second f 1966 First Place Tool Identification Place Nursery/Landscape and Eighth 1970 North Carolina State FFA Officer Place Forestry IN CELEBRATION OF THE OUT- 1971 First Place Parliamentary Procedure 1997 Second Place Floriculture and First STANDING TEACHING CAREER 1974 First Place Horticulture Place Nursery/Landscape (students also OF JULIAN SMITH 1977 First Place Horticulture placed First, Second and Third individ- 1978 First Place Horticulture ually) 1979 First Place Floriculture & Nursery/ 1998 First Place Floriculture (high indi- HON. BOB ETHERIDGE Landscape Landscape vidual) OF NORTH CAROLINA 1980 First Place Nursery/Landscape 1999 First Place Nursery/Landscape IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1981 First Place Floriculture 1982 First Place Floriculture and First Place 2001 Second Place Floriculture Thursday, October 7, 2004 Nursery/Landscape 2002 Fourth Place Floriculture and First Mr. ETHERIDGE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today 1983 First Place Floriculture and First Place Place Nursery/Landscape (top two indi- to praise a great North Carolinian and teacher Nursery/Landscape viduals) in the Chatham County public schools, Mr. Ju- 1984 First Place Floriculture and First Place 2003 Second Place Floriculture Team Nursery/Landscape 2004 Yet to be determined lian Smith. 1985 First Place Floriculture and First Place Mr. Smith received a B.S. degree in Agri- Nursery/Landscape culture Education from the University of North 1986 First Place Floriculture and First Place Carolina in 1965. In July of 1965 he began Nursery/Landscape teaching in the Chatham County Schools 1987 First Place in Prepared Public Speaking where he remains to this day. He augmented 1988 First Place Nursery/Landscape his education with a Masters degree in Agri- 1989 First Place Floriculture and First Place culture Education from North Carolina State Nursery/Landscape 1990 First Place Floriculture and First Place University in 1971. This is truly a man who Nursery/Landscape gathers knowledge in order to impart more to 1991 Second Place Floriculture and Second his students. Place Nursery/Landscape Mr. Smith has taught and continues to teach 1992 First Place Floriculture and First Place horticulture and floriculture to Chatham county Tool Identification

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.132 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1881 THE ‘‘UNITED STATES BOXING CONGRATULATIONS TO MACOMB to-work and re-training programs, and to COMMISSION ACT’’ COMMUNITY COLLEGE ON ITS spend time with the students there. I ask my 50TH ANNIVERSARY colleagues to join me in thanking all those who have helped build this remarkable institu- HON. CLIFF STEARNS HON. SANDER M. LEVIN tion, and to extend our best wishes for their important endeavors in the future. OF FLORIDA OF MICHIGAN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, October 7, 2004 SERVICEMEMBERS AND VETERANS Thursday, October 7, 2004 Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to congratu- LEGAL PROTECTIONS ACT OF 2004 late an excellent educational institution in Mr. STEARNS. Mr. Speaker, today I am in- SPEECH OF troducing legislation to help protect profes- Michigan, Macomb Community College, as it sional boxers throughout our country. I am in- celebrates its 50th anniversary. ‘‘Community’’ HON. SUSAN A. DAVIS troducing the ‘‘United States Boxing Commis- is central to the vision of Macomb Community OF CALIFORNIA sion Act’’ to create a Federal entity respon- College (MCC), and over its fifty years of serv- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sible for coordinating, implementing, and en- ice I am confident it has touched nearly every Wednesday, October 6, 2004 home in Macomb County in one way or an- forcing uniform standards for the sport of box- Mrs. DAVIS of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise ing. Currently, the states and tribal organiza- other. MCC was founded as part of a K–14 system today to thank my colleagues for acting to pro- tions regulate professional boxing. Although tect the benefits of a vulnerable class of Amer- they have taken great effort to require min- and was known as ‘‘South Macomb Commu- nity.’’ Approximately 84 students attended ica’s brave veterans. imum standards for the sport, uniform enforce- Over 100,000 of America’s military veterans ment has been a problem. classes, $2.00 per credit hour, in seventeen basic course areas at night in space borrowed or their dependents are not able to manage Congress has enacted legislation to address at Lincoln High School. Today its reach ex- their own finances because of physical or the sport of boxing twice in the past decade. tends to six campus sites and outreach cen- mental disabilities. In these cases, the Depart- In 1996, we enacted the Professional Boxing ters and it enjoys an annual enrollment of ment of Veterans’ Affairs (VA) appoints a fam- Safety Act. In 2000, we again addressed box- 44,000 students with 1100 courses offered in ily member, a guardian, or another person to ing reform and passed the Muhammad Ali Act. the day, night, and online. act as a ‘‘fiduciary’’ to protect and manage The idea of a Federal Boxing Commission Every decade has seen expansion and dis- their monetary payments and VA benefits. was raised in previous Congresses and it was tinction at MCC. In the 1960s their service Caring for a dependent veteran involves deemed unnecessary at that time. However, area was expanded to include the entire coun- using the payments the VA sends each month after carefully reviewing the effectiveness of ty, and its two main campuses, South and to pay utility bills, buy food, and to meet the the laws we passed, I am convinced it is now Central, became realities so it could serve other needs on behalf of the veteran. It is a time for a Federal Commission for profes- both, urban and rural areas. tremendous responsibility. sional boxing. Despite our previous efforts, en- Enrollment continued to climb in the 1970s Last year, during an oversight hearing into forcement of the law remains an issue and the and, at one point in the 1980s, MCC was the the VA’s fiduciary program, I learned that sport continues to face problems that cannot third largest college in the state behind the some of these veterans are not always cared be addressed by the states. In fact, at a hear- University of Michigan and Michigan State for by the appointed fiduciary. In fact, the Inspector General has found ing I held in my subcommittee, a current state University. They also added a world-class fa- cases in which a fiduciary has withheld pay- boxing commissioner testified that the states cility, the Macomb Center for Performing Arts, ments completely for several years—defraud- need the Federal government to be directly in- which now holds nearly 700 events annually, ing the veteran out of several thousand dol- volved. enjoyed by some 260,000 individuals. It was lars. also in the 1980s that a third campus site was I do not think lightly of creating a new Fed- In my District Office in San Diego, my staff added to house police and fire academies, eral commission. I would typically be reluctant has tried to assist veterans who lost out on workforce development and training, and con- to introduce such a bill because I believe their payments only to learn that under current tinuing education programs. strongly in states’ rights, and most of them do law, the VA does not have the authority to re- In the 1990s, the College partnered with an excellent job in regulating boxing. However, place the benefits when misuse has occurred. the history and nature of the sport provide nine universities and upper division public and Because it was our veterans suffering from overwhelming evidence that it only takes one private colleges to launch the University Cen- the lack of oversight, I introduced the Veterans state to lower its standards—usually in the ter where approximately 2500 students could Fiduciary Act of 2004 or H.R. 4023 to provide name of money—and undermine the integrity pursue bachelors and masters degrees closer veterans with protections similar to those re- of the sport. More importantly, the safety of a to home. Also in this decade, its fourth cam- cently enacted to protect Social Security bene- boxer is supposed to be paramount and pro- pus, the Emergency Services Training Center ficiaries. Surely our Nation’s veterans also de- tected by the state authority. When a state was constructed as a state-of-the-art training serve the same protections as Social Security lowers its standards or fails to follow the law, facility for police, fire, first responder, emer- beneficiaries. it jeopardizes every boxer’s safety. gency medical and municipal services. H.R. 4032 gives veterans new avenues to In 2002, MCC partnered with the State of recoup their losses if they fall victim to fraud. This legislation is intended to implement Michigan on the site of the former Army Tank changes that are within the Energy and Com- In addition, the VA will conduct more thorough Plant, after the property was transferred from background checks and will have new author- merce Committee’s jurisdiction and is there- military to public use, to build its most recent fore narrower than what is required to fully ad- ity to take action against fiduciaries who are addition, ‘‘The Michigan Technical Education not fulfilling their obligations. dress the issues boxers face. It creates the Center’’ (M–TEC) to house the College’s com- United States Boxing Commission which will I am pleased provisions of H.R. 4032 have prehensive Workforce Development Institute. been included in the servicemembers Legal have the power and authority to set minimum Mr. Speaker, one might say that fifty years standards for the states to follow. It will not re- Protection Act of 2004 or H.R. 4568. I urge my ago South Community College planted seeds colleagues to support this legislation today. place the state regulation, but will work with in borrowed space. Today, those seeds have the states to develop appropriate minimum sprouted throughout the entire County. The f standards and to ensure their rules and stand- residents of Macomb County have indeed MARRIAGE PROTECTION ards are enforced. been fortunate to have such a progressive in- AMENDMENT As I indicated, I support additional reforms stitution committed to the educational needs of that are necessary to fully address the prob- everyone in the area. The College has been SPEECH OF lems of the sport and protect boxers. While it forward-thinking in their approach to the needs HON. TOM DeLAY is my preference to do more, because those of the County and they have been committed OF TEXAS reforms are not within the Committee’s juris- to the vision of a ‘‘better future for those grow- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES diction, I am committed to work with my ing up in the community as well as the com- House colleagues and the Senate to address munity itself.’’ Thursday, September 30, 2004 those concerns and ensure they become Fed- It has been my pleasure to work closely with Mr. DELAY. Mr. Speaker, I know some eral law as well. MCC in so many important areas, like school- wanted to pick a fight here today, trying to get

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.136 E11PT1 E1882 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 us to talk about homosexuality and all those raised by gay people. There are wonderful have forced on us this question of the future kinds of things. We did not talk about them children being raised by single moms. But of marriage, and this amendment is our only because that is not what this is about. What these arrangements are not the ideal. The hope of preserving it. this is about is marriage and the definition of ideal remains marriage between one man and We are starting the effort today. Yes, it may marriage. Marriage is the most enduring insti- one woman. not pass today. I wish it would, but it may not tution in human history—the unique, spiritual To those who say that whatever trouble that pass today. But this is only the beginning, be- bond between one man and one woman. Mar- ideal is in is due in large part to cause this nation will protect marriage. This riage is a man and woman that can create heterosexuals, I wholeheartedly agree. The nation knows the consequences of destroying children. It is the architecture of family and the last four decades, on the whole, have not the definition of marriage as one man and one most successful arrangement ever conceived been good for marriage in America. Take no- woman. If we lose today, we will come back. for the protection and raising of children. fault divorce. Divorce is a pressure against We will take it from here, and we will be back. A man provides something that a woman marriage. No-fault divorce undermines mar- And we will be back. And we will be back. We cannot provide, just as a woman provides riage. will never give up. We will protect marriage in something that a man cannot provide. Women But I would submit that the rise of no-fault this country. can be great mothers, but they cannot be fa- divorce, welfare policies that reward abandon- f thers. Men can be great fathers, but they can- ment, the breakdown of the family, and every not be mothers. The reason that one man and other challenge to marriage are not reasons to THE ‘‘FAIR ACCESS TO CLINICAL one woman are necessary to rear children is abandon that ideal, but reasons to hold up TRIALS (FACT) ACT’’ so that the children can receive the benefits that ideal higher than ever. that a man can give them and that a woman For as much as we may suggest that mar- HON. EDWARD J. MARKEY can give them. Boys and girls need men and riage needs us, in fact we need it! OF MASSACHUSETTS women, moms and dads bringing into their Society needs children to be raised by their IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES biological, married parents. homes every day the complementary and Thursday, October 7, 2004 unique characteristics of their genders. This isn’t radical or even conservative: it’s Marriage is the basic unit of society, the common sense, affirmed by a vast majority of Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to very DNA of civilization, and if that civilization our countrymen, who support the protection of introduce the Fair Access to Clinical Trials is to endure, marriage must be protected. So- marriage because they know from their own (FACT) Act. This bill is designed to ensure cieties transmit their values through marriages experiences that without this enduring and that the public has complete and accurate in- and the families they create. A man and a beautiful institution, they themselves would be formation about the drugs and devices they woman come together in marriage to create lost. use. children and rear them and hand down their That is why the cultivation of the ideal family Recent revelations in the press and in the values to them. Families come together to cre- of mother, father, and children—an ideal es- oversight hearings conducted by the Energy ate communities. And these communities tablished by nature, sustained by human ex- and Commerce Committee’s Oversight and In- come together to create our nation. The pres- perience, and supported by decades of social vestigations Subcommittee have raised seri- ervation of our values as a nation starts with science—remains a compelling government ous concerns that some companies in the one man and one woman having children. and societal interest. pharmaceutical and medical device industries If you destroy marriage and people do not Despite the challenges of recent decades, have failed to properly disclosed important in- get married, several things happen. marriage remains absolutely fundamental to formation from the public about the safety of First of all, you destroy the responsibility our society—too fundamental to allow a few certain drugs or medical devices. For exam- that comes with creating children. If you de- judges to impose a radical redefinition of it ple, there is now evidence that several pedi- stroy marriage, men are let off the hook. Men over the will of the American people. atric anti-depressant trials that produced im- can have the sex without consequences, with- But that is exactly what is happening. portant new adverse information about the out commitment, without the responsibility of So when the Massachusetts Supreme Court safety of certain drugs were not released to raising the children. That has happened in our redefines marriage out of thin air, we get a lit- the public. The public is now demanding to society and societies in Europe and other tle concerned, because we have seen it be- know why these trials never saw the light of places. On the other hand, if a man has a fore. day. Although much attention has focused on commitment to a woman, the mother of his And we have seen what happens when we disclosure problems involving the effects of child, then he realizes the responsibility of try- don’t stand up to activist judges. We did not certain anti-depressants on young people, the ing to raise that child. So when you ask the stand up on the question of abortion, and problem of selective disclosure and publication question, what is the harm in destroying mar- there have been 45 million children killed, un- is not limited to a specific type of drug or sce- riage, the answer is the harm done to children. born children killed, because we did not stand nario—the same concerns exist whether we Children born out of wedlock are more likely to up to activist judges using the courts to legis- are talking about drugs to treat depression, suffer from a variety of social ills, from de- late. heart disease or arthritis, or even a medical pendence on drugs to dropping out of school. Every leader of the groups that are oppos- device that would be implanted into the human The recent history of our inner cities shows ing this legislation to protect marriage has an- body. what can happen when fathers don’t marry the nounced to the world that they are going to I am sure that some clinical trials do not be- mothers of their children. We have seen fa- take this to the U.S. Supreme Court. They are come part of the medical literature for innocent thers just having many children by many already doing it. There are 11 court cases reasons. But we cannot ignore the possibility mothers, and leaving these children to moth- right now. Nebraska has been overturned, that some studies were and continue to be in- ers and grandmothers and aunts to raise. And Washington state, Massachusetts. There is a tentionally buried by companies who are wor- then we see the deterioration of their lives be- huge, huge effort in every state in this union, ried about the impact of a negative trial on cause they are raising themselves because even though 44 states in this union have laws their bottom line. Regardless of the motivation, their mothers and aunts and grandmothers protecting the definition of marriage. however, the fact remains that we don’t know have to work in order to raise them to pay for The opponents of this amendment to protect what trials are currently being conducted, so it the family. These kids, who are often essen- marriage are after those state constitutions, is impossible to determine whether the compa- tially raising themselves, grow up without the and when they get at those, or using the full nies and researchers are actually telling us the values that would be handed down to them if faith and credit clause, they can go to the fed- whole truth about their drugs and devices or they lived in a stable family of father, mother, eral courts, and then it begins. Then the De- whether they are painting a distorted picture of and children. fense of Marriage Act comes down. Then the their products by picking and choosing which Gang violence can be traced to the pres- United States Supreme Court, who has al- trials they want to reveal. sures that have been put upon marriage and ready signaled that they are going to, through This creates two huge problems. the family. Kids need a mother and father and Lawrence v. Texas, redefine marriage in this The first is that in order for doctors to make stable family life, and when they lack these, country, will amend the Constitution and rede- good medical decisions and provide their pa- they look for their identity elsewhere. Gangs fine marriage. tients with the best possible care, they need to can become the substitute for families. We have been left no recourse. Judicial ac- have access to complete and sound scientific Of course there are great parents raising tivism does not understand the word ‘‘re- data. great children in arrangements outside of mar- straint,’’ nor does it respect the consensus The second is that when people enroll in riage. There are wonderful children being opinion of the American people. The courts clinical trials they give up a certain control of

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.140 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1883 their own personal medical decisions, willingly HONORING DEAN PHYLLIS demically structured, intellectually demanding, taking experimental drugs and subjecting O’CALLAGHAN AND GEORGE- and personally enriching carrying into the 21st themselves to potential harm in the belief that TOWN UNIVERSITY’S LIBERAL century the Georgetown-Jesuit tradition of their participation in the studies will add to the STUDIES educating the whole person. advancement of medical knowledge and po- Dr. O’Callaghan received her Ph.D. in His- tentially unlock the secrets of disease. But if a HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN tory from Saint Louis University and then was researcher or a company that sponsors a trial OF MARYLAND a Professor, and then Department Chair, at does not publicize the results, the knowledge IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Saint Mary’s Notre Dame, where she also was gained from putting those participants at risk awarded the Outstanding Faculty Award. She Thursday, October 7, 2004 remains forever buried in some researcher’s is active in the Association of Graduate Liberal computer. That information will not be avail- Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, it is with Studies Programs and a Member of its Board able to doctors, or to other medical research- great pleasure that I commend the Liberal of Directors. Dr. O’Callaghan helped the pro- ers, who could use it. Studies Degree Program at Georgetown Uni- gram to receive an $85,000 Grant from NEH; In order to ensure that clinicians have all the versity, which is celebrating its 30th anniver- and a $1,200,000 Grant for the James Madi- information they need in order to make sound sary. For three decades, this unique and won- son Foundation. The author of several articles medical decisions, uphold the ethical responsi- derful program has served the Washington DC and editor of two books; A Clashing of Sym- bility to patients and protect public health, I am area by offering bachelors and masters de- bols: Method and Meaning in Liberal Studies proud to join with the gentleman from Cali- grees in interdisciplinary liberal arts. and Values in Conflict: An Interdisciplinary Ap- fornia, Mr. WAXMAN, to introduce the Fair Ac- And I am further pleased to commend the proach, she also served at one time as a chief cess to Clinical Trials (The FACT Act) a bill to person who has headed and guided this legislative assistant and speechwriter in Con- create a mandatory, public, federal registry of unique program for the past 25 years, Asso- gress. all clinical trials. ciate Dean Phyllis O’Callaghan, a constituent I congratulate Dean Phyllis O’Callaghan and The FACT act will require researchers to from Chevy Chase, Maryland. As the cochair the Liberal Studies Program and wish them register their clinical trials in a federal registry of the 30th Anniversary Celebration, Chester success in the years ahead. before starting them and report the results of Gillis, Chairman of the Theology Department f those trials at the conclusion. The federal and Core Faculty Advisor for Religious Studies COMPREHENSIVE PEACE IN SUDAN database will include both federal-funded and in the Liberal Studies Program, stated at the ACT privately-funded clinical trials so that clinicians, ceremony, the ‘‘heart and soul of this enter- patients and researchers will be able to know prise—someone who embodies Liberal Stud- SPEECH OF the universe of clinical trials on a particular ies at Georgetown and commands national HON. JAMES A. LEACH drug and have access to the results of those recognition and respect’’ is Associate Dean OF IOWA trials. Our bill also establishes strong enforce- Phyllis O’Callaghan. In recognition for her IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment mechanisms, including monetary pen- work with this program and for all her accom- alties of up to $10,000 per day for manufactur- plishments, Dr. O’Callaghan was awarded the Wednesday, October 6, 2004 ers who refuse to comply. ‘‘President’s Medal,’’ which is the highest Mr. LEACH. Mr. Speaker, since February The registry established under the bill is in- award that Georgetown University can 2003, over 50,000 deaths have occurred dur- tended to meet all of the minimum criteria for present. ing the conflict in Darfur. The execution of ci- a trial registry set out by the International The Liberal Studies Program at Georgetown vilians, mass rapes, and the raiding and burn- Committee of Medical Journal Editors, and will is truly unique, outstanding and very special. ing of villages which characterize this conflict satisfy the American Medical Association’s call The program was designed to offer most have resulted in massive displacement to for the results of all clinical trials to be publicly courses in the evenings and on Saturdays, in areas that cannot provide vital sustenance. Of available to doctors and patients. Our legisla- order to best accommodate the schedules of the 1.65 million people that have been dis- tion has been endorsed by the New England those who wish to participate in academia placed, over 200,000 have fled to neighboring Journal of Medicine and the Elizabeth Glaser while still pursuing professional careers. The Chad with projections that more lives may now Pediatric AIDS Foundation. majority of students in the Liberal Studies pro- be jeopardized by hunger, disease and inad- The FACT act will ensure that patients have gram are ‘‘working students,’’ and the program equate shelter than by bullets and clubs. the tools they need to make informed deci- reflects the intellectual curiosity, breadth of in- The President, Secretary of State and Con- sions, maintain the integrity of the medical terest, and professional experience of these gress, all have formally declared that the trag- community, and protect the health of their pa- students whose lives and occupations most edy underway in Darfur is genocide. Such tients and our families. graduate programs do not address. deeds can’t be considered in the abstract or I look forward to working with everyone con- The students come from all walks of life. simply ignored; nor can the legal responsibil- cerned about this important issue so that we Some are recent college graduates who wish ities of the U.S. be ducked. Under the Geno- end up with a system that preserves a robust to continue their education by working for a cide Convention of 1951, to which the U.S. is system of research and ensures robust sys- Master’s degree. Others work for the govern- a party, we have a legal as well as a moral tem of disclosure. ment—on the Hill or in the Executive branch. obligation to act. In contemplating actions, we would be wise f Some are foreign born and are currently work- ing at various embassies or international orga- to review our failed policies in the 1990s in PERSONAL EXPLANATION nizations. This diversity enhances class dis- East Africa. In Somalia, the initial decision to cussions and enriches the entire program. The use U.S. armed forces to intervene for human- HON. GEORGE R. NETHERCUTT, JR. professors represent the best Georgetown has itarian purposes began as a justifiable, per- OF WASHINGTON to offer. Many teach full-time, but a number haps even noble, exercise of American power. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES also have non-academic careers, which en- But the chaos associated with an on-going able them to bring fresh experiences into the civil war frustrated our ability to provide sus- Thursday, October 7, 2004 classrooms. tainable support, causing us to choose sides Mr. NETHERCUTT. Mr. Speaker, I was un- Fourteen curricular fields provide concentra- in a conflict for which we had inadequate intel- avoidably detained due to a prior obligation tions in broad areas of special interest. In- ligence and no clear tactical plan. The trauma and missed the following votes. Had I been stead of focusing on academic disciplines, the of becoming engaged in a civil war not of our present I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall courses are designed to reflect the questions choosing or clear understanding led to a deci- vote No. 487; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall vote No. 488; and interests these adult students carry in sion to disengage and a subsequent reluc- ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall vote No. 489; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall their lives and their occupations. The courses tance to re-engage in East Africa when a vote No. 490; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall vote No. 491; and instructors enable the students to read neighboring country, Rwanda, became gripped ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall vote No. 492; ‘‘no’’ on rollcall and reflect on great issues that have con- several years later by genocidal forces. Lack vote No. 493; ‘‘no’’ on rollcall vote No. 494; cerned, thrilled and disturbed major thinkers of strategic clarity embarrased Washington in ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall vote No. 495; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall and movements in the past and in the present. the first instance. Lack of confidence ham- vote No. 496; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall vote No. 497; At the core of these courses are the values strung decision-makers in the second. Con- ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall vote No. 498; ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall humans cherish, debate and that are replete sequently, the world witnessed avoidable trag- vote No. 499; ‘‘no’’ on rollcall vote No. 500; in the liberal arts. The Liberal Studies Program edies: the massacres of hundreds of thou- and ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall vote No. 501. graduate and undergraduate degrees are aca- sands of innocents.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.143 E11PT1 E1884 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 The challenge today in Sudan is to accept government. Pressure must also be applied on have reason to know the situation best, a an obligation to act on the diplomatic and hu- the rebels to stop ambushing humanitarian aid grade like this is shameful and unacceptable. manitarian front without becoming militarily en- convoys. Several key airports have been identified as gaged. The killing and displacement must be A strong international approach to Darfur having particular needs for expeditious im- stopped, but little could be more counter-pro- has the prospect of stabilizing a dire situation ductive than a perceived U.S. military interven- and serving as a reminder to all governments provements. These include the four airports tion against a third Muslim nation at this time. that sovereignty is not a shield behind which administered by the Port Authority of New In this year’s presidential race there is a genocidalists can hide. Combating genocide is York and New Jersey (Islip, JFK, LaGuardia, profound debate about whether a U.N. man- a world responsibility. With humanitarian aid, Newark); Chicago O’Hare; BWI; the airports in date is necessary before America can act mili- support for the AU, a double-pronged negoti- Allentown, Harrisburg, and Pittsburgh, Penn- tarily. Both major party candidates have prop- ating strategy and a carrot-and-stick approach, sylvania; and Birmingham International Airport erly noted that the U.S. reserves the right to the prospect that Sudan can move toward in Alabama. act alone. While each gives different emphasis greater peace and security for its citizens is In recent months, it has been my privilege to the wisdom of receiving international sanc- promising. But a timely commitment of the tion, each also recognizes the preferability, al- international community is key. It has yet to be to consult with several private-sector experts though not necessity, of obtaining international established. on airport perimeter security. Dr. Walter support. What hasn’t been discussed is the This resolution is modest but important step Estulin, Philip Allen, and David Brownstein of question of whether the U.S. reserves the right in the right direction. I urge its passage. the New York-based high-technology com- not to engage militarily even if there is a U.N. f pany, L–3 Communications, have taken time mandate to act. The answer is clearly yes. We to explain to me how off-the-shelf technology THE UNITED STATES SHOULD IM- reserve the right not to use force, just as we can be used to protect our airports from in- reserve the right to defend ourselves. PROVE AIRPORT PERIMETER SE- CURITY truders and infiltrators who can undermine the Sudan is a case in point. The U.S. is at- integrity of our air transportation system. Sci- tempting to nudge the Security Council in a entists and engineers from L–3 Communica- more attentive way, but our emphasis is prop- HON. GREGORY W. MEEKS tions have examined the problems faced by erly on pressing for African Union rather than OF NEW YORK airports (and, by extension, seaports and in- U.S. force deployment, with the understanding IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES land harbors) and have developed technology that we may have to give material and logistic Thursday, October 7, 2004 that can go a long way toward meeting the se- support to African soldiers. Such an approach curity needs of transportation infrastructure. was well envisioned by the founders of the Mr. MEEKS of New York. Mr. Speaker, U.N. Indeed, with the principal exception of since the tragic events of September 11, One issue of particular concern is the pro- the Korean war, the Big Five of the Security 2001, anxieties about airport security have in- liferation of MANPADS—‘‘Man-Portable Air Council have traditionally provided the funding creased. Most visible improvements and modi- Defense Systems’’—or, in a nutshell, shoul- for peacekeeping forces, while the troops fications—such as passenger screening—have der-launched anti-aircraft missiles. In a GAO themselves have generally been drawn from already been done. Less visible improve- report published in May 2004, we learn that smaller or non-aligned countries, such as Can- ments, particularly in terms of protecting air- ‘‘MANPADS pose a threat to commercial air- ada, Nigeria and India. port perimeters against unauthorized entry, craft for several reasons. First, MANPADS are In this context, an operation to bring peace are lagging. widely available.... The U.S. government to Darfur should involve many countries and, A recent Government Accountability Office estimates that a few thousand MANPADS are as the Special Representative to the Secretary (GAO) report found that airport perimeter se- outside government controls.... Second, General for Sudan Jan Pronk said, be ‘‘broad, curity has not appreciably improved in the past the characteristics of MANPADS—their big, and quick.’’ U.S. focus should be on: three years, despite persistent expressions of lethality, portability, ease of use and conceal- 1. Humanitarian assistance. Some aid is al- concern by Congress. The funds provided for ment, and relatively low cost (from less than ready en route, purchased with money di- these purposes have not been delivered to air- $1,000 to $100,000 each)—make them attrac- verted from Iraq. More is required. The need ports where they are needed. tive to terrorists for acquisition and use against is dire and urgent. People of Darfur lack ade- This report’s title tells the whole story: commercial aircraft. Third, MANPADS have quate shelter, potable water and health care ‘‘Aviation Security: Further Steps Needed to been successfully used to attack and bring facilities. They do not expect to see a usable Strengthen the Security of Commercial Airport down aircraft.’’ So far, luckily, none of these harvest until January 2006. Perimeters and Access Controls.’’ In it, the weapons have been used successfully within GAO notes that ‘‘through funding of a limited 2. Regional Organizations. To carry out its the United States. Still, in the ‘‘report card’’ number security enhancements, TSA [the mission, the African Union needs a broad from the Airline Pilots Association, defense Transportation Security Agency] has helped to mandate for at least 3,500 armed and un- against anti-aircraft missiles was given a armed troops and authority to use force if nec- improve perimeter and access control security grade of ‘‘F.’’ This is certainly a cause for con- essary. As it is, the AU, currently has a limited at some airports. However, at the time of our cern. mandate for a 305-person armed force serving review, TSA had not yet developed a plan to to protect 100 or so unarmed monitors of the prioritize expenditures to ensure that funds There are two actions we can take to ad- April 8th cease fire between the Sudan Libera- provided have the greatest impact in improv- dress these matters. First, Congress should tion Army, the Justice and Equity Movement ing the security of the commercial airport sys- direct the Secretary of Transportation to better and government forces. tem.’’ prioritize grants made under his authority 3. Negotiations. These must be pursued on The safety and security of our airports and under the Federal Airport Security Capital two fronts. One, to settle the 21-year-old con- air passengers are contingent on the priorities Fund. flict between the North (the government) and established by the TSA and other government the South of Sudan; the other, to bring peace agencies. Second, we should pass legislation now to Darfur. The two situations are interrelated Congress recognizes this, and in response under consideration, introduced by Senators and neither can be credibly brought to a close to the terrorist attacks on our country, it estab- JAY ROCKEFELLER (D–West Virginia), JOHN without the other. An agreement between the lished the Federal Airport Security Capital MCCAIN (R–Arizona), and ERNEST HOLLINGS North and the South hopefully can provide a Fund to finance improvements at U.S. airports. (D–South Carolina), called the ‘‘Aviation Secu- framework for a settlement between the rebels This fund provides $250,000,000 a year to be rity Advancement Act’’ (S. 2393). If passed, and the Sudanese government in Darfur, but parcelled out according to a legally-mandated this bill would authorize $100,000,000 for the progress on the first front should not be a con- formula by the Secretary of Transportation, in Department of Homeland Security ‘‘for airport dition to seek progress on the second. consultation with the Under Secretary for Bor- perimeter security technology, fencing, secu- 4. Leverage. The U.S. and the U.N. are pre- ders and Transportation at the Department of rity contracts, vehicle tagging, and other pe- paring a list of sanctions to induce the Suda- Homeland Security. Despite this fund’s exist- nese government to comply. In the bill before ence, much remains to be done. rimeter security related operations, facilities, us, H.R. 5061, the President is empowered to In a ‘‘report card’’ published by the Airline and equipment.’’ This sum should be doubled. freeze Sundanese assets, restrict travel and Pilots Association, airport perimeter security in Surely $200,000,000 is a small price to pay to impose other sanctions. It is a mistake, how- the United States was given an overall grade assure the safety and security of the millions ever, to put the heat solely on the Sudanese of ‘‘D.’’ Based on the judgment of those who of Americans who travel by air each year.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.147 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1885 EMBRACE DRUG REIMPORTATION supplier of the flu vaccine, the French com- for adults who illegally provide those juveniles pany, Aventis Pasteur. with firearms. That’s how we must keep our HON. NICK J. RAHALL II Yes, there are criticisms about the safety of schools and communities safe. OF WEST VIRGINIA imported drugs. One might be able to look to Mr. Speaker, tougher gun laws should not IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES this most recent flu vaccine scare and say that infringe on the rights of law-abiding citizens, this is a perfect example of why we don’t im- and Congress has both the authority and the Thursday, October 7, 2004 port drugs. The safety of the supply could be responsibility to ensure that they do not. So, Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, today I ask a compromised. the question before us today is not whether very serious question. Why is it, the Cheney- I would say that this is a perfect example of Congress can repeal the District of Columbia’s Bush bunch allow us to import foreign made why we should import from countries like Can- handgun and self-defense bans, it is whether flu vaccines, but won’t allow Americans to ada or the United Kingdom. They have safe- Congress should do so. The U.S. Constitution, shop for American made cheaper drugs guards in place, just as we do, that protect the the constitutions of 44 States, Federal law, the across our borders? integrity of the prescription drug supply. laws of all 50 States, the vast majority of We all know the importance of getting our On August 12th, the acting FDA commis- Georgians and of Americans recognize the flu vaccines every year. The Washington Post sioner Lester Crawford expressed his concern right for law abiding citizens to use firearms reports that last year’s flu season was the that al-Qaida may attack the supply of drugs for protection, and for other legal purposes. worst flu season we’ve had in 4 years, and the coming into this country. Only the District of Columbia prohibits a per- flu killed 142 people. As all Americans are I will tell you that I am JUST AS CON- son from having a firearm assembled and aware, there is another flu vaccine crisis in our CERNED about the 28 percent of older adults loaded at home, for the purpose of self-de- country. with diabetes who, as reported in the February fense. I believe that that’s wrong. We should America’s supply of the flu vaccine has 2004 issue of Diabetes Care, are going with- pass this bill and allow D.C. residents to pro- practically been cut in half, because the out food or other essentials to pay for their in- tect themselves from crime. world’s second-leading supplier, The Chiron sulin. f Corp. based in Britain, was shut down be- Why, in the richest nation on Earth, with this cause of contamination reported in its batches so-called comprehensive new Medicare pro- UNIVERSAL NATIONAL SERVICE of the vaccine. gram, are people going without food to afford ACT OF 2003 48 million vaccines were due to be shipped their drugs? SPEECH OF before this shutdown. I repeat, 48 million Why is the Administration so opposed to a doses of this vaccine were to be imported into program that would help so many? HON. RUSH D. HOLT this country, to help combat a life-threatening So, Mr. Speaker, I urge not only the duly OF NEW JERSEY illness. elected Representatives of the citizens in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, I speak to address a glaring these United States, but also the President to Tuesday, October 5, 2004 policy inconsistency on the part of the Che- do what is in the best interests of these citi- ney-Bush administration. zens. Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to talk Why is it, that a long-standing health policy, I urge both Congress and the President to about a very important subject for the young that is wildly effective and successful, be per- embrace prescription drug re-importation and people of my district and America, the draft. mitted with respect to one killer, but denied to reject the influence of the pharmaceutical This week, the Congress considered H.R. 163, every other disease? companies. Universal National Service Act of 2003, which 142 people died from the flu last year, and f would require every U.S. citizen, and every it causes outrage and action. 250,000 people other person residing in the United States, be- die from heart attacks before they even get to DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA tween the ages of 18 and 26 to perform a two- the hospital each year, and it’s accepted as PERSONAL PROTECTION ACT year period of national service, unless exempt- just another statistic. ed. SPEECH OF How many of these 250,000 could have Let me make clear, I do not support rein- been saved, if only they’d had medicine to HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. statement of an active military draft system. lower their cholesterol? OF GEORGIA Also it is very unlikely there will be a draft in How many of these 250,000 could have IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the foreseeable future. been saved, if only they’d been able to afford The legal authority for drafting men into the Wednesday, September 29, 2004 their medicine? U.S. armed forces expired in 1973. However, According to a recent press release from Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, all the U.S. Selective Service System has been the University of Michigan Health System, Americans know that gun control continues to registering 18–25 year-olds on a stand-by nearly half of patients who have a prescription be a serious subject of debate, right here in basis. These young men could be called for for any of the cholesterol-fighting drugs called the District of Columbia, in the State of Geor- service should an active draft ever be rein- statins fail to fill their prescription every time— gia, which I represent, and across this nation. stated. Currently, women are not required to or stop filling it altogether! The University goes It’s an issue of personal safety and of constitu- register with the U.S. Selective Service. on to say that the higher the prescription cost, tional rights embedded in the fabric of our Na- Young people, as well as their parents, the lower the number of prescriptions filled. tion. across my district have heard about a draft Let’s ignore, for a moment, that Europe has I agree with those who want to restrict crimi- bill, and these constituents are asking ques- been importing drugs safely and effectively for nal access to guns. However, this must be tions about the draft bill and want to find out over 20 years. done without compromising the constitutional its status. Congressman RANGEL and U.S. Let us also ignore that countries like Can- rights of our law-abiding citizens. Senator FRITZ HOLLINGS from South Carolina ada, the United Kingdom, Germany, and I strongly support the right of law-abiding introduced this legislation to reinstate an ac- France also have higher life expectancies and adults to purchase and own firearms for the tive draft and extend service requirements to lower child mortality rates than the United protection of their homes and families, col- women. I cannot speak for them about their States does. lecting, target shooting, and hunting. That’s motives behind this legislation, but they cer- But let us not ignore a new FDA proposal. why I have and will continue to oppose any tainly do make a fundamental point: if we go A proposal that would require customs agents proposal that threatens this basic Second to war, all Americans should share in the cost to return all drugs sent from foreign addresses Amendment right. and sacrifice of that war. The authors point out back to their senders. I realize the concerns of some Americans that without a universal draft, this burden falls William Hubbard, a senior associate com- who, in the wake of school shootings and disproportionately on the shoulders of the missioner at the FDA, told Congress on June other heinous illegal acts, call for stricter gun poor, the disadvantaged, and minorities, as 7th, ‘‘We need to make a blanket assessment control measures. I understand those con- was the case during the Vietnam War. that these drugs are not safe for American cerns. That’s why I fully support measures that Mr. Speaker, H.R. 163 raises important consumers and they should be turned back.’’ call for tougher sentences for the illegal use of questions about the current composition of Unless, of course, it’s the flu vaccine. firearms, to get offenders off the streets and U.S. armed forces. For example, Representa- And then it’s OK if they come from the out of our communities. I support stiff sen- tive RANGEL argues that among 535 Members United Kingdom, as in the case of the Chiron tences of juveniles who use firearms illegally, of Congress, only four have sons or daughters Corp. Or if it comes from the world’s largest and I support increasing the maximum penalty who presently serve in the military.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.152 E11PT1 E1886 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 Yet we have not had a national debate on During this week, there will be a more visi- state government; Ph.D.’s in the sciences and the draft and we certainly did not have that ble push in the communities to get the infor- liberal arts; college professors; school teach- debate this week. H.R. 163 was not marked mation out about mental illness. There will be ers, successful entrepreneurs, attorneys; and up or voted on by any committee here in the booths set up and mental health fairs across many more who had distinguished them- House. This bill was added to the suspension our country as a way to reach out to more selves. The banquet speaker, Roberta Wright, calendar of the House reserved for non- people. I commend the efforts of organizations symbolized their success. She finished Jeffer- controversial items. And yet it is quite con- and individuals who not only during this week son and went on to become a Phi Beta Kappa troversial. but throughout the year work to help others graduate of Fisk University and the University Mr. Speaker, the war in Iraq—combined identify and treat their mental illness. of Michigan School of Law. She made a stir- with other worldwide deployments in Afghani- Unfortunately, their hard work is somewhat ring speech, challenging everyone to do more stan, Korea, and over 140 other countries— stifled when there is not equal health care for for the common good. has put an enormous strain on our active duty mental illness or every person needing psy- With the onset of integration in the early and reserve soldiers. We have seen under- chiatric care does not have access to a psy- 1970s, Jefferson High School came to an end. paid, ill-equipped, and overextended American chiatrist of their choice. With one in four adults But the three-day reunion made clear that Jef- troops fighting in Iraq. More than two-thirds of suffering from a mental illness or substance ferson lives on in the lives it made better. New Jersey’s National Guard will be activated use disorder in any year, it is likely that every Hundreds of the alumni attending attested to this year. There are hard questions that need family will feel this impact. Yet, most health better, more productive lives because of what to be answered about how we can continue plans discriminate by providing less care for they learned at Jefferson under teachers who this war, at this pace. We do need to review mental illness, and by requiring patients and cared, encouraged, and challenged. our commitments overseas and asses our their families to pay more out-of-pocket costs. ability to meet them. This bill shows that a Na- Mr. Speaker, Congress needs to correct this f tional debate on these issues is greatly need- disparity. Our constituents should not be pe- ed. This week, we did not have that debate. nalized because they have a mental illness IN RECOGNITION OF ADMIRAL The House leaders simply tried to make a po- compared to a physical illness. We should en- THOMAS H. MOORER litical point, but I hope that this has sown the sure that the mental health system provide a seeds of the discussion. The nation’s military more individualized and holistic approach to HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. leaders are nearly unanimous in saying that care without shame or inequity in coverage. OF MICHIGAN the military can meet its needs better without Mental illness is like most physical illnesses; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a draft. None of us here in the House today the patient is in need of treatment, support Thursday, October 7, 2004 would be eligible under a potential draft. We and rehabilitation. are too old. And I would like to see this debate f Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, on February 5 with the input of the young people who are af- of this year, a legendary American naval hero fected by it. I feel strongly that we should all JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL passed away in Bethesda, Maryland. Admiral go back to our districts and continue this dis- REUNION, YORK, SOUTH CAROLINA Thomas H. Moorer epitomized the finest quali- cussion—but with those who it will be affected ties of dedication and national service. His dis- by it. HON. JOHN M. SPRATT, JR. tinguished naval career spanned 41 years, in- I do not believe that an active military draft OF SOUTH CAROLINA cluding service as a naval aviator, as one of system is currently necessary or advisable. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the first pilots off the ground during the attack More important, the generals and admirals do Thursday, October 7, 2004 on Pearl Harbor, as a decorated hero of nu- not believe that a draft is necessary or advis- merous combat missions in the Southwest Pa- able. I have co-sponsored legislation intro- Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, on the weekend cific and the Battle of Midway, as Commander duced by Representative ELLEN TAUSCHER to before Labor Day, some four hundred alumni in Chief of the Pacific Fleet, as commander of meet military manpower needs by temporarily of Jefferson High School gathered for their NATO’s U.S. Atlantic Command and the U.S. increasing by 8 percent the end-strength num- first reunion since Jefferson closed more than Atlantic Fleet, becoming the only officer in the bers of our all-volunteer armed forces during thirty years ago. Navy’s history to command both our Atlantic the next five years and increasing enlistees’ Jefferson got its start in a frame school and Pacific Fleets, as Chief of Naval Oper- pay and benefits accordingly (H.R. 3696). This house built for African-American students next ations, as Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of alternative approach would increase the volun- to Wesley United Methodist Church on West Staff, and as a tireless advocate for American teer numbers of active duty-soldiers gradually Jefferson Street in York, South Carolina. From veterans. Admiral Moorer was instrumental in over the next five years, thus enabling mem- there, Jefferson graduated to a Rosenwald establishing the United States Navy Memorial bers of the National Guard and Reserve to ro- school and became the African-American pub- on Pennsylvania Avenue. In numerous ap- tate out or transition voluntarily into active duty lic school in a racially segregated system Al- pearances before Congressional Committees, slots with better benefits and equipment. though the system was called ‘‘separate but Admiral Moorer provided valuable testimony Mr. Speaker, I have heard from many moms equal,’’ Jefferson never had facilities or teach- on a variety of national security concerns. and dads, and I have heard from many stu- ing materials equal to its counterparts, the Capping this extraordinary career, Admiral dents from all across my district who are dis- white schools that I attended. Used books Moorer made his final appearance on Capitol turbed by the idea of renewing the draft and were passed on from white students, dated Hill on October 22, 2003, as Chairman of the I agree with them. We do not need to return and worn. The school district built a new high to the draft system. Independent Commission of Inquiry into the school for white students in 1950, but left 1967 attack on the USS Liberty. It is a privi- f black students to make the best of their old lege for me to introduce the Findings of the MENTAL ILLNESS AWARENESS one. The students, teachers, and administra- Independent Commission of Inquiry Into the WEEK tors at Jefferson did just that. They made the Israeli Attack on the USS Liberty into the CON- most of their circumstances. The students who GRESSIONAL RECORD. came back for this Reunion did not dwell on HON. DANNY K. DAVIS FINDINGS OF THE INDEPENDENT COMMISSION OF what they lacked at Jefferson High School. OF ILLINOIS INQUIRY INTO THE ISRAELI ATTACK ON THE They saluted teachers who took a personal in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES USS ‘‘LIBERTY,’’ THE RECALL OF MILITARY terest, believed in them, and encouraged them RESCUE SUPPORT AIRCRAFT WHILE THE SHIP Thursday, October 7, 2004 to excel. They recalled their formidable teams WAS UNDER ATTACK, AND THE SUBSEQUENT Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, October in football and basketball and the musical tal- COVER-UPBYTHEUNITED STATES GOVERN- 3–9 is Mental Illness Awareness Week. During ent they produced. They recognized the val- MENT any one-year period, up to 50 million Ameri- ues instilled in them for a lifetime. We, the undersigned, having undertaken an cans—more than 22 percent—suffer from a When the alumni sat down for a banquet independent investigation of Israel’s attack clearly diagnosable mental disorder involving a the last night of their reunion, the pride they on the USS Liberty, including eyewitness tes- timony from surviving crewmembers, a re- degree of incapacity that interferes with em- felt at being ‘‘Jeffersonians’’ was easily felt view of naval and other official records, an ployment, attendance at school or daily life. and well-founded. Among the four hundred at- examination of official statements by the Like so many disorders, mental illness does tending the dinner, there were graduates who Israeli and American governments, a study not discriminate and affects every age, ethnic, had risen to the highest levels of the Civil of the conclusions of all previous official in- and socioeconomic group. Service and become department heads in quiries, and a consideration of important

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.156 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1887 new evidence and recent statements from in- Merlin Staring, USN (Ret.), former Judge gathered a vast amount of evidence, includ- dividuals having direct knowledge of the at- Advocate General of the Navy; and Captain ing hours of heartbreaking testimony from tack or the cover up, hereby find the fol- Ward Boston, USN, (Ret.), the chief counsel the young survivors. lowing: to the Navy’s 1967 Court of Inquiry of the The evidence was clear. Both Admiral Kidd 1. That on June 8, 1967, after eight hours of Liberty attack; and I believed with certainty that this at- aerial surveillance, Israel launched a two- 11. That the truth about Israel’s attack tack, which killed 34 American sailors and hour air and naval attack against the USS and subsequent White House cover-up con- injured 172 others, was a deliberate effort to Liberty, the world’s most sophisticated intel- tinues to be officially concealed from the sink an American ship and murder its entire ligence ship, inflicting 34 dead and 172 American people to the present day and is a crew. I am certain that the Israeli pilots wounded American servicemen (a casualty national disgrace; that undertook the attack, as well as their rate of seventy percent, in a crew of 294); 12. That a danger to our national security superiors who had ordered the attack, were 2. That the Israeli air attack lasted ap- exists whenever our elected officials are will- aware that the ship was American. proximately 25 minutes, during which time ing to subordinate American interests to I saw the flag, which had visibly identified unmarked Israeli aircraft dropped napalm those of any foreign nation, and specifically the ship as American, riddled with bullet canisters on the Liberty’s bridge, and fired are unwilling to challenge Israel’s interests holes, and heard testimony that made it 30mm cannons and rockets into our ship, when they conflict with American interests; clear that the Israelis intended there be no causing 821 holes, more than 100 of which this policy, evidenced by the failure to de- survivors. Not only did the Israelis attack were rocket-size; survivors estimate 30 or fend the USS Liberty and the subsequent offi- the ship with napalm, gunfire, and missiles, more sorties were flown over the ship by a cial cover-up of the Israeli attack, endangers Israeli torpedo boats machine-gunned three minimum of 12 attacking Israeli planes the safety of Americans and the security of lifeboats that had been launched in an at- which were jamming all five American emer- the United States. tempt by the crew to save the most seriously gency radio channels; Whereupon, we, the undersigned, in order wounded—a war crime. 3. That the torpedo boat attack involved to fulfill our duty to the brave crew of the I am outraged at the efforts of the apolo- not only the firing of torpedoes, but the ma- USS Liberty and to all Americans who are gists for Israel in this country to claim that chine-gunning of the Liberty’s firefighters asked to serve in our Armed Forces, hereby this attack was a case of ‘‘mistaken iden- and stretcher-bearers as they struggled to call upon the Department of the Navy, the tity.’’ In particular, the recent publication of save their ship and crew; the Israeli torpedo Congress of the United States and the Amer- Jay Cristol’s book, The Liberty Incident, boats later returned to machine-gun at close ican people to immediately take the fol- twists the facts and misrepresents the views range three of the Liberty’s life rafts that lowing actions: of those of us who investigated the attack. It had been lowered into the water by survivors First, That a new Court of Inquiry be con- is Cristol’s insidious attempt to whitewash to rescue the most seriously wounded; vened by the Department of the Navy, oper- the facts that has pushed me to speak out. 4. That there is compelling evidence that ating with Congressional oversight, to take I know from personal conversations I had Israel’s attack was a deliberate attempt to public testimony from surviving crew- with Admiral Kidd that President Lyndon destroy an American ship and kill her entire members; and to thoroughly investigate the Johnson and Secretary of Defense Robert crew; evidence of such intent is supported by circumstances of the attack on the USS Lib- McNamara ordered him to conclude that the statements from Secretary of State Dean erty, with full cooperation from the National attack was a case of ‘‘mistaken identity’’ de- Rusk, Undersecretary of State George Ball, Security Agency, the Central Intelligence spite overwhelming evidence to the contrary. former CIA director Richard Helms, former Agency and the military intelligence serv- Contrary to the misinformation presented by NSA directors Lieutenant General William ices, and to determine Israel’s possible mo- Cristol and others, it is important for the Odom, USA (Ret.), Admiral Bobby Ray tive in launching said attack on a U.S. naval American people to know that it is clear Inman, USN (Ret.), and Marshal Carter; vessel; that Israel is responsible for deliberately at- former NSA deputy directors Oliver Kirby Second, That every appropriate committee tacking an American ship and murdering and Major General John Morrison, USAF of the Congress of the United States inves- American sailors, whose bereaved shipmates (Ret.); and former Ambassador Dwight Por- tigate the actions of the White House and have lived with this egregious conclusion for ter, U.S. Ambassador to Lebanon in 1967; Defense Department that prevented the res- many years. 5. That in attacking the USS Liberty, Israel cue of the USS Liberty, thereafter threatened COMMONLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT THE USS committed acts of murder against American her surviving officers and men if they ex- ‘‘LIBERTY’’ servicemen and an act of war against the posed the truth, and covered up the true cir- 1. What happened to the USS Liberty? The United States; cumstances of the attack from the American USS Liberty was a virtually unarmed Amer- 6. That fearing conflict with Israel, the people; and ican Navy ship that was attacked by Israeli White House deliberately prevented the U.S. Third, That the eighth day of June of every planes and torpedo boats on June 8, 1967. Navy from coming to the defense of the Lib- year be proclaimed to be hereafter known as 2. What were the American casualties? 34 erty by recalling Sixth Fleet military rescue USS Liberty Remembrance Day, in order to American sailors were killed and 172 injured support while the ship was under attack; evi- commemorate the Liberty’s heroic crew; and that day, a casualty rate of 70%. This is the dence of the recall of rescue aircraft is sup- to educate the American people of the dan- highest casualty rate ever inflicted upon a ported by statements of Captain Joe Tully, ger to our national security inherent in any U.S. naval vessel that remained afloat after Commanding Officer of the aircraft carrier passionate attachment of our elected offi- an attack. USS Saratoga, and Rear Admiral Lawrence cials for any foreign nation. Geis, the Sixth Fleet carrier division com- 3. What was Israel’s explanation for the at- AFFIDAVIT OF CAPTAIN WARD BOSTON, USN, JAG mander, at the time of the attack; never be- tack? Israel claimed the attack was ‘‘a case (RET.), SENIOR COUNSEL TO THE U.S. NAVY fore in American naval history has a rescue of mistaken identity’’; that they didn’t know COURT OF INQUIRY mission been cancelled when an American it was an American ship. ship was under attack; For more than 30 years, I have remained si- 4. Why would we question that explanation 7. That although the Liberty was saved lent on the topic of the USS Liberty. I am a more than 30 years later? The ship’s sur- from almost certain destruction through the military man and when orders come in from vivors were afraid to speak out in the early heroic efforts of the ship’s Captain, William the Secretary of Defense and President of years because of threats of ‘‘court martial, L. McGonagle (MOH), and his brave crew, the United States, I follow them. prison or worse’’ if they did not remain si- surviving crewmembers were later threat- However, recent attempts to rewrite his- lent. However, as time passed, they have ened with ‘‘court-martial, imprisonment or tory compel me to share the truth. stepped forward to say the attack was delib- worse’’ if they exposed the truth; and were In June of 1967, while serving as a Captain erate. abandoned by their own government; in the Judge Advocates General Department Recently, high government and military 8. That due to the influence of Israel’s pow- of the Navy, I was assigned as senior legal officials have suggested that not only was erful supporters in the United States, the counsel for the Navy’s Court of Inquiry into the attack deliberate, but that the US gov- White House deliberately covered up the the brutal attack on the USS Liberty, which ernment covered up the incident. Today, an facts of this attack from the American peo- had occurred on June 8th. The late Admiral Independent Commission of Inquiry has ple; Isaac C. Kidd, president of the Court, and I found that Israel committed ‘‘an act of war’’ 9. That due to continuing pressure by the were given only one week to gather evidence against the United States (see Findings of pro-Israel lobby in the United States, this for the Navy’s official investigation into the Independent Commission). attack remains the only serious naval inci- attack. Admiral John S. McCain, Jr., then In addition, the Navy’s chief attorney to dent that has never been thoroughly inves- Commander-in-chief, Naval Forces Europe the original 1967 military Court of Inquiry tigated by Congress; to this day, no sur- (CINCUSNAVEUR), at his headquarters in has issued a statement that orders to cover viving crewmember has been permitted to of- London, had charged Admiral Kidd (in a let- up the incident were issued by President ficially and publicly testify about the at- ter dated June 10, 1967) to ‘‘inquire into all Lyndon Johnson and Secretary of Defense tack; the pertinent facts and circumstances lead- Robert McNamara [see Statement of Captain 10. That there has been an official cover-up ing to and connected with the armed attack: Ward Boston, USN, JAG (Ret.)]. without precedent in American naval his- damage resulting therefrom; and deaths of 5. Did Israel have reason to believe the tory; the existence of such a cover-up is now and injuries to Naval personnel.’’ Despite the USS Liberty was an Egyptian ship? Israel supported by statements of Rear Admiral short amount of time we were given, we says its pilots and torpedo boat commanders

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.161 E11PT1 E1888 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 confused the USS Liberty with the El Quseir, fighters were launched from the aircraft car- guished naval career of Admiral Thomas H. an Egyptian ship allegedly firing upon its riers America and Saratoga while the Liberty Moorer spanned 41 years. Following his forces in the Sinai. But there was no Egyp- was under attack. However, they were quick- Graduation from the Naval Academy in 1933, tian naval bombardment that day; nor did ly recalled by the White House. This is the he became a Navy pilot, a war hero, and a the El Quseir (an unarmed 1920s-era horse only instance in American naval history ship’s captain. On December 7, 1941, as a carrier out of service in Alexandria) bear any where a rescue mission was cancelled when naval aviator, Lieutenant Moorer was one of resemblance to the Liberty. an American ship was under attack. the first pilots off the ground following the 6. Isn’t it difficult to identify a ship if 13. Why would Israel have deliberately at- attack on Pearl Harbor. A hero of the Battle you’re in an airplane? In 1967, the USS Lib- tacked an American ship? Israel’s motive for of Midway, his numerous decorations for erty was the most sophisticated intelligence launching the attack has never been deter- valor during WWII include the Silver Star ship in the world, with dozens of large anten- mined with certainty. This is why an impar- and Purple Heart. In 1957, Moorer was pro- nas, including a large moon-bounce ‘‘sat- tial investigation is critical. One hypothesis moted to the rank of Admiral. In 1965, he ellite-dish’’ mounted on a tall structure near is that Israel intended to sink the ship (with broke new ground, becoming the only Amer- the stern. It may have been one of the most no survivors) and blame Egypt because this ican admiral to have ever commanded both easily identifiable ships of any navy in the might have brought the United States into our Atlantic and Pacific Fleets. He later world. With a displacement of 10,000 tons, it the 1967 war. Another hypothesis is that the served as Chief of Naval Operations, and was four times the size of the antique Egyp- Liberty was gathering intelligence about ac- Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff. The F– tian transport it is claimed to have resem- tivities that Israel did not want revealed. 14 Tomcat, the Navy’s main fighter for many bled. Freshly painted, the Liberty carried Examples might include the massacre of years, was named for Admiral Moorer. Since large white identification numbers on its Egyptian prisoners of war that was then oc- his retirement in 1974, Admiral Moorer has bow. Egyptian hull numbers are painted curring in the Sinai, as well as Israel’s im- served on the boards of many American cor- black. pending invasion of Syria. porations, and is a tireless advocate for 7. Doesn’t Israel say that the Liberty flew 14. Has the incident been investigated in American veterans. Working with Admiral no flag? According to American survivors, a the past? Some people say that there have Arleigh Burke (CNO), Admiral Moorer was 5-by-8 feet American flag was hoisted early been ‘‘thirteen official investigations’’ all instrumental in establishing the United that morning and was flying all day until it concluding the attack was a case of mis- States Navy Memorial on Pennsylvania Ave- was shot away by attacking aircraft. Within taken identity. Several were conducted by nue in Washington, D.C. He is currently several minutes, it was replaced by the giant Israel. Upon examination, however, every Chairman of the Liberty Alliance, an organi- 7-by-13 feet holiday ensign, which flew for one is based upon the conclusions of the zation dedicated to obtaining an honest in- the duration of the attack. original 1967 U.S. Navy Court of Inquiry, vestigation of Israel’s attack on the USS Lib- 8. Could Israel have thought the ship was which accepted the Israeli version, but which erty and the official cover-up that followed. in a war zone, acting suspiciously? According has been exposed and discredited by its chief General of Marines Raymond G. Davis (MOH), former Assistant Commandant of the to surviving crewmembers, Israeli reconnais- attorney as a cover-up. sance aircraft closely studied the Liberty 15. Did the surviving crewmembers testify Marine Corps—General Davis, one of Amer- ica’s most decorated heroes, passed away on over an eight-hour period prior to the at- in the other investigations? In not one of September 3, 2003. As a combat veteran of tack, one flying within two hundred feet of these ‘‘investigations’’ were any of the Lib- three wars and a dedicated member of the the ship. At all times the Liberty was a clear- erty’s surviving crewmembers permitted to Marine Corps for 34 years, General Davis re- ly marked American ship in international publicly testify. ceived the Congressional Medal of Honor— waters, proceeding at a speed of only 5 knots. 16. Why would the White House prevent the the nation’s highest award for valor—as well 9. What was the weather like the day of the rescue of an American ship? This is, perhaps, as the Navy Cross, two Distinguished Service attack? Weather reports confirm that it was the most disturbing question arising out of Medals, two Silver Stars, two Legion of a clear day with unlimited visibility. The Israel’s attack. It is why there needs to be a Merit awards, the Bronze Star, and the Pur- Israeli reconnaissance planes could have thorough investigation of the actions taken ple Heart. General Davis was renowned for seen the Liberty’s crew sunbathing on the by the White House and the Secretary of De- his exploits in the Pacific during WWII, as a upper decks just before the attack. The flag fense. Why did they order the recall of the battalion and regimental commander during was flying in a 12-knot breeze for most of the planes that had been sent to rescue the Lib- the Korean War, and as Commanding Gen- afternoon. erty? Why did they order that the survivors 10. Doesn’t Israel say they ended the at- eral of the 3rd Marine Division in Viet Nam. be silenced and the true facts be withheld tack the minute they saw someone hoist an Attaining four-star rank in 1971, Davis from the American people? American flag? The Israeli attack by com- 17. What kind of investigation are you call- served as Assistant Commandant of the bined air and naval forces spanned two ing for? We are calling for a new Court of In- Corps before retiring in 1972. A strong pro- hours—as long as the attack on Pearl Har- quiry by the Department of the Navy, with ponent of veterans’ issues, General Davis bor. The air attack alone lasted approxi- congressional oversight, to take public testi- served as chairman of the advisory board to mately 25 minutes: consisting of more than mony from surviving crewmembers and oth- the Korean War Veterans Memorial in Wash- 30 sorties by approximately 12 separate erwise thoroughly examine the cir- ington, D.C., dedicated in 1995. Prior to his planes using napalm, cannon, and rockets cumstances of the attack. death, General Davis served as Vice Chair- which left 821 holes in the ship. Following 18. Why are you calling for a naval—and man of the Liberty Alliance and was a prin- the air attack, three Israeli motor torpedo not a congressional—investigation? We be- cipal member of the Commission of Inquiry ′ ′ boats torpedoed the ship, causing a 40 x 40 lieve this would remove the inquiry from the into the cover-up of the attack on the USS wide hole in her hull, and machine-gunning political pressures traditionally exerted by Liberty. Rear Admiral Merlin Staring, former firefighters and stretcher-bearers attempting special interest groups upon individual con- Judge Advocate General of the Navy—Merlin to save their ship and crew. More than 3,000 gressional offices. Fundraising and election Staring’s distinguished naval career, which machine-gun bullet holes were later counted pressures have prevented an honest inves- spanned nearly 25 years, began as an ensign on the Liberty’s hull. After the attack was tigation from being conducted for the past 36 in December 1941. Among his numerous deco- thought to have ended, three life rafts were years. rations, Admiral Staring was awarded the lowered into the water to rescue the most se- 19. Why is this significant for the Amer- Navy Distinguished Service Medal. In June riously wounded. The Israeli torpedo boats ican people 36 years later? We have a duty to of 1967, Staring served as Staff Legal Officer returned and machine-gunned these life rafts the crew of the USS Liberty, while the sur- to Admiral John S. McCain, Jr., the Com- at close range. This was followed by the ap- vivors are still alive to testify, and while the mander-in-chief, U.S. Naval Forces Europe proach of two large Israeli Army assault hel- perpetrators can be brought to justice. Fur- (CINCUSNAVEUR) in London, which encom- icopters filled with armed commandos car- thermore, any policies that paralyze our passed the Mediterranean, and was assigned rying what appeared to be explosive satchels elected leadership to the extent they become to review the record of the Navy Court of In- (they departed after hovering over the ship unable or unwilling to protect Americans quiry’s investigation into the Israeli attack for several minutes, making no attempt to and American interests, endangers not only on the USS Liberty. Admiral Staring later communicate). the safety of all Americans but also the na- 11. Did the Liberty send out a distress sig- served as the Navy’s legal advisor to Secre- tional security of the United States. nal when it was under attack? Throughout taries of the Navy Paul R. Ignatius and John 20. Doesn’t America have a special rela- the air attack, the Liberty’s radio operators H. Chafee. Attaining the rank of Rear Admi- tionship with Israel? No nation or people found it difficult to transmit a distress sig- ral in 1972, he was appointed Judge Advocate should be above the law; nor should Amer- nal because the attacking Israeli aircraft General of the Navy—the Navy’s chief attor- ican interests be subordinated to the inter- jammed all five of the Liberty’s American, ney—a position he held through 1975. Cur- ests of any foreign nation. Those Israelis re- not Egyptian, emergency radio channels. rently, Admiral Staring is Treasurer and a sponsible for ordering the attack and the re- However, a call for help did reach the U.S. director of the Liberty Alliance. sulting murder of American sailors must be Navy command in the Mediterranean. Ambassador James Akins, former U.S. Am- held accountable for their actions. 12. What was the American response time? bassador to Saudi Arabia—James Akins Although American carrier-based air support THE INDEPENDENT COMMISSION OF INQUIRY served his country for 25 years as a distin- was only 40 minutes away, help did not reach Admiral Thomas H. Moorer, former Chair- guished member of the diplomatic corps. the USS Liberty for seventeen hours. Navy man, Joint Chiefs of Staff—The distin- From 1963–1965, he served as an attache at

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.165 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1889 the U.S. Embassy in Baghdad, and later as tinued—and steady—progress toward building First, the vote was held, and with numer- the U.S. Ambassador to Saudi Arabia during a democracy. In particular, I note the recent ous international observers. Some of these, the Nixon administration. An internation- parliamentary elections held in Kazakhstan on especially as covered in the major press, had ally respected expert on the Middle East and complaints about both voting mechanics and energy issues, Ambassador Akins has been September 19. While the elections show that the social backdrop against which the vote an active and outspoken proponent for a just Kazakhstan has work to do in order to more took place—especially including reports of resolution of the Arab-Israeli conflict. He is fully meet international standards for demo- ‘‘intimidation’’ of some voters on Election a respected and highly sought speaker and cratic elections, they were a significant im- Day, and the lack of a paper trail from vot- analyst on the Middle East peace process as provement over past elections. ing machines used by about 20 percent of the well as Arab politics in general. Author Earlier this year, I was visited by members voters. Jeans-Jacques Servan Schreiber called Am- of the Kazakhstan Embassy. Among other in- In fact, to an extent, that’s the point. bassador Akins ‘‘the westerner who knows formation I learned that Kazakhstan gained its Kazakhstan has now held a competitive elec- the most about the Middle East and has the independence in 1991. It held its first tion, with a largest number of international closest relationship of trust with its lead- observers per capita compared to (say) re- ers.’’ Ambassador Akins is a director of the multiparty election in 1994. In 1999, the repub- cent votes in Venezuela, Indonesia or the Liberty Alliance. lic conducted parliamentary elections that Philippines. Critics can point out flaws, doc- f were widely criticized by the international com- ument the ruling party’s heavy-handedness, munity. Since that time, Kazakhstan passed a and urge future improvements. PAYING TRIBUTE TO MANCEL much-improved law on elections, held twelve The most balanced report to emerge, by PAGE televised debates, conducted effective voter the Organization for Security and Coopera- education, permitted more than 1,000 election tion in Europe, generated Western headlines observers to monitor the elections, and reg- saying the election ‘‘failed the democracy HON. SCOTT McINNIS test’’ (The New York Times) and even was OF COLORADO istered 12 parties—including an opposition ‘‘fraudulent’’ (The Washington Times). But IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES party that had been refused registration in the report itself noted positive areas of Friday, October 8, 2004 prior elections. These are all positive steps ‘‘progress’’ as against previous Kazakh elec- forward for Kazakhstan—steps that were un- tions—the relevant unit of comparison. Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thinkable in past elections. I thanked them for Professor Frederick Starr of Johns Hop- pay tribute to Mancel Page, a dedicated their visit—and assured them that as Chair- kins, who was in Kazakhstan as an observer, watchmaker from Grand Junction, Colorado. man of the Energy and Air Quality Sub- judged the voting to be fundamentally im- Mancel is retiring at the age of 81 after 40 committee, I looked forward to working out proved over recent Kazakh standards. ‘‘Over- years in the jewelry business, and I want to all . . . the election was ‘‘a step forward, not mutual energy thrusts helpful to both take this opportunity to recognize his many withstanding the imperfections,’’ he said in a Kazakhstan and the United States. years of service to his community before this statement issued in Astana on Monday. Un- Mr. Speaker, I would like to highlight to my body of Congress and this Nation. fortunately, such views were not widely Mancel came by the jewelry business natu- colleagues an essay published by United quoted in the international press. rally. His mother’s uncle was a jeweler in Ger- Press International on September 25, 2004, Second, and more important, if the results and written by Gregory Fossedal, entitled hold up, at least one opposition party will be many, and Mancel began taking apart and re- seated in the Kazakh Parliament. This is an pairing clocks when he was ten years old. His ‘‘Outside View: Big progress in Kazakhstan.’’ The essay provides a balanced assessment of important signpost in democratic develop- store, Page Parsons Jewelers, located on the ment—as the evolution of Mexico, the Phil- main street of downtown Grand Junction, was the recent Kazakh election. ippines, Pakistan, Turkey, and other coun- founded in 1895 and is one of the oldest busi- Unlike many of his colleagues, Mr. Fossedal tries shows. Looking back at countries that nesses in the city. Mancel, grew up repairing examines the elections within the context of have completed a successful democratic clocks and loving sports. He played basketball Kazakhstan’s young history. He looks at how transition, opposition seating is normally a for his school in Missouri and during the time far Kazakhstan has come since its independ- key inflection point. ence and how it compares with its neighbors. This doesn’t mean that Kazakhstan will be he served in the military during World War II. a full democracy shortly, or even in five or 10 Athletics are something outside of work that Moreover, the essay makes a compelling case that, considering Kazakhstan’s geographic and years; the government could always crack he still makes time to enjoy. down and reverse direction. It is, however, While in the military Mancel worked at a demographic position, its steady progress is forward motion. local jewelry store and then went on to college important to U.S. security. In social terms, Kazakhstan also parallels to study gemology before becoming a certified Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to read some of the developments seen in Mexico or gemologist. Mancel and his wife Anna moved this essay and I would like to have the text of the Philippines in the 1980s. Income is surg- to Grand Junction in 1950 and bought the jew- this essay placed into the CONGRESSIONAL ing, the economy has grown at an 8 percent elry store in 1964. Through the decades RECORD following my statement. to 12 percent pace each of the last five years. This, in turn, is generating a middle class Mancel has enjoyed great success. Mancel is [From United Press International, Sept. 25, 2004] with greater access to information, and in- also active in Grand Junction community orga- sistence on freedom of expression. nizations such as the Downtown Development OUTSIDE VIEW: BIG PROGRESS IN KAZAKHAN Kazakhstan doesn’t enjoy much of a do- Authority, and the downtown merchant’s asso- (By Gregory Fossedal) mestic free press, for example. But foreign ciation that have been instrumental in revital- WASHINGTON, DC, Sept. 24 (UPI).—Kazakhs- newspapers and magazines are available in izing the downtown area to be more customer tan held national elections on Sunday, most cities. Mobile telephone usage has friendly. prompting comments from a number of out- more than tripled over five years. In 1997, Mr. Speaker, Mancel Page has dedicated side observers, and all the local opposition, there were as paltry 15,000 Internet users. 40 years to the jewelry business and his ef- that the vote was a step backwards for de- This rose to more than 70,000 in 2000, more mocracy. Was it that—or was it just not as than 150,000 last year, and probably exceeds forts in the Grand Junction community are much progress as democracy-lovers around 200,000 today. highly commendable. I am honored to recog- the world, including me, might hope for? That’s still small for an emerging middle- nize his many years of service before this To answer that question, we need to decide income country with 16 million people. But body of Congress and this Nation. Thank you what Kazakhstan’s admittedly sloppy de- of course, every such user has family, for all your hard work Mancel, and I wish you, mocracy today is being compared to: the friends, and business associates. In emerging your wife Anna, and your daughter Peggy all Kazakhstan of several years ago, other coun- democracies, as in Poland in the 1980s, infor- the best in your future endeavors. tries in the region 10 years ago, or Russia, mation can spread quickly. As well, China, Iraq or Florida? Kazakhstan now has a number of inde- f By most of these standards, the country pendent service providers less amenable to DEMOCRATIC PROGRESS IN seems to have made mild but steady im- direct government control. KAZAKHSTAN provement. Progress, that is to say, motion The government has tried to block access towards a goal. Furthermore, considering to critical news sources at home and abroad. Kazakhstan’s geographic and demographic Such efforts, however, are generally doomed HON. RALPH M. HALL position, it’s a steady improvement that’s to failure unless one goes all the way and im- OF TEXAS important to U.S. security and democracy in poses direct, government-controlled net ac- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES general. cess only—something the government has Friday, October 8, 2004 Measuring a democracy’s progress at the stepped back from doing. low end of development is a tricky matter, Sergei Duvanov of the Institute for War Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to com- but Kazakhstan’s recent vote appears to and Peace Reporting outlined how Kazakhs mend the Republic of Kazakhstan on its con- have at least two positive signposts. were able to get around many of the blocks

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.168 E11PT1 E1890 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 in an interesting 2001 report. As well, Presi- Kazakhstan is an important potential ally TRIBUTE TO STEPHEN K. GOYA ON dent Nazarbaev, stung by international criti- to the United States, Russia, and its neigh- THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIRE- cism of his efforts to regulate speech, has re- bors in the ‘‘war on terror.’’ It’s also a poten- MENT AFTER 31 YEARS OF scinded a number of the 1998–2000 decrees. tial bulwark for the faintly democratic tide This is not to say that immutable eco- SERVICE WITH THE CALIFORNIA among countries with large (about 45 per- DEPARTMENT OF CORRECTIONS nomic or social forces will bring about a full cent) Muslim populations. There is a pros- Kazakh democracy no matter what the au- pect of a ring of democracies on the borders thorities do. Countries like China, for exam- of China and Iran, the better to raise the HON. KEN CALVERT ple, have much wider Internet access and a heat on those undemocratic states. And OF CALIFORNIA larger middle class—but still no elections, large Muslim-population states—Turkey, In- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and no substantial opposition parties. In Kazakhstan, however, the Internet and donesia, the Philippines, Mongolia, and po- Friday, October 8, 2004 tentially Iraq and Afghanistan—serve as ex- other information sources act in combina- Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tion with independent parties, muddy elec- amples and proof that Islam need not be anti-democratic. recognize and honor Stephen K. Goya for his tions—but elections nevertheless—and what 31 years of dedicated service with the Cali- should be a parliamentary opposition. And Thus Kazakhstan is moving in a demo- the government has moved gradually (tortu- fornia Department of Corrections, Parole and cratic direction—too slowly, but not going Community Services. Mr. Goya is an example ously gradually; perhaps) towards more free- the wrong way. The right response for dom; not less, since the country achieved friends of democracy is to offer encourage- of the hard work and a commitment to excel- independence in 1991. ment. If matters reverse, it’s time for some lence shown by California’s Corrections Offi- The election itself raised several problems. mild sticks. Working slowly by contrast, cers. He will be honored by the Department of For example, a Monday item in The New should bring soft applause and some small Corrections on October 29, 2004 in the city of York Times, ‘‘Intimidation Alleged in Vote carrots. Brea, California. in Kazakhstan,’’ starts with a quote harshly Stephen K. Goya began his career as a Pa- condemning the elections from Dos Kushyn, who is described as ‘‘the director of the Net- f role Agent I with the Department of Correc- work of Independent Monitors,’’ which tions, Parole and Community Services Division placed 2,000 observers around the country. HONORING CHIEF RICHARD on October 10, 1977. Prior to that, he worked This caught the attention of at least one STEINEL, JR. as a Probation Officer for the Orange County seasoned Kazakh observer who sent me a Probation Department. He was promoted to number of pre-election clips referring to ap- Parole Agent II/Supervisor in January 1983. proximately 1,000 accredited election observ- HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ He then further advanced his career with the ers in the country—total, from all outside Department of Corrections as a Parole Agent groups. How could one fellow, running an or- OF NEW JERSEY ganization never mentioned before, have III Unit Supervisor in October 1985 and in 2,000 observers? IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1987, he was promoted to Parole Adminis- It turns out that Dos Kushyn is an opposi- trator I. In December 1992, Mr. Goya was tion figure and whatever 2,000 ‘‘observers’’ he Friday, October 8, 2004 once again promoted to Parole Administrator II fielded, few were accredited. This doesn’t Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Level. In that classification, Mr. Goya func- mean their opinions should be dismissed. But tioned as the Operations Manager for the Pa- to honor Chief Richard Steinel, Jr., for more neither should his complaints be taken at role Division in Sacramento as well as the face value, still less as coming from a wholly than 30 years of outstanding public service on Deputy Regional Administrator in Region IV disinterested group. the police force. He is being honored today, Headquarters. Mr. Goya’s current classification Most Western press quoted only Kazakh of- October 8, 2004, at a retirement party in ficials defending the election or putting it in is that of Regional Parole Administrator over context. In other words, they presented criti- Union City, New Jersey. Region IV. Mr. Goya was promoted to Re- cism from independent sources, and praise Chief Steinel began his career in 1974 as a gional Parole Administrator CEA III Level on only from the government, whose motives patrolman in the Union City Police Department January 20, 1998. Region IV is comprised of are likely to be questioned by any skeptical where he worked with the Safe and Clean five different counties (Orange, San Diego, Im- reader. What they didn’t do was refer to the perial, San Bernardino, Riverside), 51 field numerous independent observers, some cited Neighborhood Program. He later spent time above, who said that on balance, the election working for the Port Authority of New York and units, 21 office locations and over 742 parole didn’t meet Western standards—but was an New Jersey before returning to Union City and staff. improvement. advancing through the ranks of Sergeant, We rely upon our Corrections, Parole and The government also used voting ma- Lieutenant, and, in 1992, Captain of Police. Community Services Officers to keep our com- chines, which are, indeed, a problem—espe- After years of quality service as a Captain, he munity safe and monitor those who are mak- cially given that the computers Kazakhstan ing their way back into society. Stephen K. deployed, like some of those coming into use was promoted to Deputy Chief of Police, a po- sition he held for the rest of his time on the Goya has worked tirelessly for over three dec- in a number of U.S. states, left no ‘‘paper ades to lead these Officers in their mission. trail.’’ This is not a best practice. One can force. His efforts have improved life in Southern Cali- sympathize, however, with the government’s Earning the respect and admiration of his decision to go with expensive, high-tech sys- fornia. Stephen K. Goya has earned my many tems from the West, thinking this would buy colleagues for his reputation for fairness, Chief thanks and I wish him great success in all his some credibility. Steinel was especially successful in matters future endeavors. The United States—which in contrast to concerning domestic violence enforcement f Kazakhstan is allowing a total of 20 (that’s and education. In addition to his police serv- right, 20) independent observers for its 2004 ice, he was a guest lecturer at universities and SALUTING THE SAN FERNANDO vote—should be a little reticent about rais- was a member of the State Attorney General’s VALLEY SUN ing this complaint. Still less should U.S. policy aim at pun- Criminal Justice Training Staff. An accom- ishing the country with economic aid re- plished law enforcement officer, Chief Steinel HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN straints and sanctions, as some in Congress was the first person from Union City to attend OF CALIFORNIA have proposed. the FBI National Academy in 40 years. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Unlike other countries in what one ob- Friday, October 8, 2004 server has called ‘‘the scud belt,’’ Continuing a long-standing family tradition of Kazakhstan doesn’t need piles of aid (Tur- police work, Chief Steinel joined his great- Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ask my key, Afghanistan, Iraq) to hold votes or stay grandfather, grandfather, father (Captain Rich- colleagues to join me in saluting the San Fer- on the democratic path. It hasn’t built or ard J. Steinel, Sr.), and uncle in their proud nando Valley (SFV) Sun, an important local tried to build nuclear weapons (Pakistan, service to the community. newspaper in my congressional district. India, China). It seems, knock on wood, to be On October 25, 2004, the Sun will celebrate moving the right way—as opposed to Iran, Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in its 100th anniversary. The Press—precursor to Saudi Arabia, and others. honoring Chief Richard Steinel, Jr., for his the Sun—was the San Fernando Valley’s first This is said not to criticize the other coun- years of dedicated public service. His strong tries mentioned, but to point out that the newspaper and is the oldest continually pub- Kazakhs are building democracy quietly and leadership and commitment to improving law lished newspaper in the Valley. Throughout its by tugging their own bootstraps, and with- enforcement and safety has benefited the lives history, the publishers have been committed to out evident imperial ambitions or terrorist- of the police force and the citizens of New Jer- serving the local needs of its readers and ad- nationalist resentments. sey. vertisers.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.172 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1891 Since 1904, the Sun changed names sev- volunteer service through the Salvation Army. Jamestown, Virginia, and 55 years before the eral times and altered its size and publishing Ms. DeMichael was the recipient of the first- Pilgrims landed on Plymouth Rock in Massa- schedule, but it has always been located in ever Salvation Army and Dallas Cowboys Na- chusetts. the City of San Fernando, the birthplace of the tional Youth Service Award presented on Sep- As a child, I remember learning of Ponce de Valley. Also, it has always remained dedicated tember 21, 2004 at a ceremony in Wash- Leon’s fascinating voyage and Florida explo- to informed, thoughtful and fair coverage of ington, D.C. Additionally, for her benevolent rations. To this day, this remarkable moment the issues most relevant to the lives of the services, Ms. DeMichael received a $10,000 in history inspires children across our great residents of the northeast SFV. As the popu- scholarship for her college education donated Nation. Our young people continue to learn of lation of the San Fernando Valley grew—and by Dallas Cowboys Owner and General Man- Ponce de Leon’s epic voyages and his quest more of its readers were Spanish-speaking, ager, Jerry Jones. The service provided by for the ever-elusive Fountain of Youth. the newspaper began to publish a Spanish Ms. DeMichael over the past 6 years that she Spanish heritage is still reflected in local ar- language insert, named El Sol. has been volunteering has been immeas- chitecture and historic resources and attrac- During the last century, the Sun has been urable. tions in the center of the old part of the city. an integral part of the history of the San Fer- I would like to share one example of Ms. For instance, the Castillo de San Marcos Na- nando Valley. In 1911, it actively advocated DeMichael’s hard work and dedication. In tional Monument, constructed between 1672 for San Fernando city-hood. Irrespective of the 2001 Ms. DeMichael created a computer data- and 1695, represents the oldest remaining Eu- various owners, the Sun has continued the base called ‘‘The Clearing House’’. The Clear- ropean fortification in the continental United high journalism standards and moral philos- ing House helps to keep track of assistance States. It is prominently located on the ophy set forth by the original owner, Herbert given to needy families in Licking County, Matanzas River directly across the road from W. Brooks. Since 2001, the new owners— Ohio during the holidays so that social service the Spanish Quarter of St. Augustine. Severyn and Martha Diaz Aszkenazy—have agencies may distribute their aid proportion- Mr. Speaker, I appreciate the consideration maintained these exemplary standards. They ately. Ms. DeMichael continues to serve the given to this legislation and this important part wisely brought in Diana Martinez (formally with Licking County Salvation Army while attending of the United States history. All Americans KFWB and LA Media) to direct the editorial nearby Otterbein College, and still dedicates should enjoy the celebration of this historical content. The staff won the ‘‘Best Investigative extra hours during the holiday season. moment. News’’ Award from New California Media in Once again, I would like to congratulate Ms. 2003 and recognition of its news service to the DeMichael for her service through the Salva- f tion Army. Hard work, dedication, and commit- community from the University of Southern PAYING TRIBUTE TO REBECCA FRANK California in 2004. ment like that exhibited by Ms. DeMichael Mr. Speaker and distinguished colleagues, continues to give me faith that our country’s please join me today in paying tribute to ev- future is in good hands. HON. SCOTT McINNIS eryone associated with the San Fernando Sun f OF COLORADO on this important anniversary. We wish own- ers, management and staff of the newspaper INTRODUCTION OF THE PONCE DE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 100 more years of success. LEON DISCOVERY OF FLORIDA Friday, October 8, 2004 QUINCENTENNIAL COMMISSION f ACT Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great RECOGNIZING TAIWAN’S NATIONAL pride that I rise today to pay tribute to Re- DAY HON. ANDER CRENSHAW becca Frank from Grand Junction, Colorado. Rebecca has dedicated her career to rep- OF FLORIDA resenting and informing the people of her IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. HILDA L. SOLIS county and the State of Colorado in her ca- OF CALIFORNIA Friday, October 8, 2004 pacity with the Grand Junction Sentinel and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. CRENSHAW. Mr. Speaker, I rise today the Colorado Division of Wildlife. I would like Friday, October 8, 2004 to introduce legislation to establish a commis- to join my colleagues here today in recog- Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to sion to plan the quincentenary commemora- nizing her tremendous service and achieve- honor 23 million Taiwanese on their 93rd Na- tion of the discovery and colonization of Flor- ments before this body of Congress and this tional ‘‘Double-Tenth’’ Day, which will take ida. Nation. place on October 10, 2004. In 2013, our Nation will celebrate the 500th Rebecca Frank served as the News Editor On October 10, 1911, the Republican Revo- anniversary of Juan Ponce de Leon’s landing for the Grand Junction Sentinel where she has lution broke out and brought the end of Chi- on the east coast of Florida. As important an always performed her job with excellence and na’s Qing dynasty. Ninety-three years later event as this is to America’s history and herit- integrity, keeping the people of Grand Junction Taiwan continues to prosper. It is the 15th age, I believe it is appropriate we commemo- well informed of community, state, and world largest economy in the world and has the 4th rate this occasion. Such an event will serve to events. In 1985, she decided to expand her in- largest information hardware and semicon- inform, educate, and remind the people of terests and left the paper to join the Colorado ductor industries in the world. Florida, this Nation, and even the world of the Division of Wildlife Commission in 1985. Cur- This year Taiwan proudly rebounded from importance and significance of Ponce de rently she represents the Northwest District an election-eve shooting incident that resulted Leon’s discovery and exploration. Colorado where she served as Chairwoman in in a post-election dispute ongoing for several Accordingly, the bill I introduce today estab- 1987 and 1988. In addition to her duties, at months. But, as the strong democracy it is, lishes a commission composed of twelve the Division of Wildlife Commission, Rebecca Taiwan resolved the situation in a peaceful members to plan, coordinate, and conduct the has given several hours of her time to Grand manner and domestic stability remains. commemoration of the historic discovery of Junction’s business community. She has Today I congratulate Taiwan and commend Florida. served as a member of the Mesa County Eco- the Taiwanese for their commitment and dedi- Mr. Speaker, Florida’s proud history begins nomic Development Council, the Grand Junc- cation to the universal principles of human with an explorer sailing through the Bahamas tion Planning Commission and both the Grand freedom and dignity. in 1513. As if touched by the hand of God, Junction and Mesa County Riverfront Commis- f three ships commanded by Ponce de Leon sions. She also served on the board the were swept westward by winds and currents Grand Junction United Way and currently vol- HONORING MISTY DEMICHAEL through the New Providence Channel and into unteers with Catholic Charities. the Florida Current. Historians believe Ponce Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to recognize HON. PATRICK J. TIBERI de Leon landed at what is the present location Rebecca Frank for her exceptional service to OF OHIO of the city of St. Augustine. the people of Grand Junction and Colorado. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ponce de Leon’s landing is significant to na- She has dedicated her life to bettering her tional and world history because it began what community, and it is with great pleasure that Friday, October 8, 2004 would become the establishment of the oldest I recognize her today before this body of Con- Mr. TIBERI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to permanent European settlement on the North gress and this Nation. Thanks for your service, honor Misty DeMichael of Newark, Ohio and American continent. St. Augustine was found- Rebecca, and I wish you all the best in your commemorate her assistance and outstanding ed 42 years before the English colony at future endeavors.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.176 E11PT1 E1892 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 RECOGNIZING SHERMAN INDEPENDENT lice special. Three years later, he was sworn Californians can make that dream a reality. SCHOOL DISTRICT’S READING RECOV- in as an official police officer. As an officer, he His passion and service for homeownership ERY PROGRAM worked in a variety of areas, including traffic, has improved Riverside and all of Southern crime prevention, community policing, and pa- California. Wes Keusder has earned my many HON. RALPH M. HALL trol. His tireless work and solid leadership thanks and I wish him great success in all his OF TEXAS skills earned him the rank of Lieutenant, also future endeavors. serving for a short time as the unit’s com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f mander and as a supervisor. He became one Friday, October 8, 2004 of the first Hispanic police sergeants in Union PENSION FAIRNESS ACT OF 2004 Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I am honored today City and was the first Puerto Rican Lieutenant to recognize Sherman Independent School on the force. HON. GEORGE MILLER District’s Reading Recovery program Known for his attendance of community OF CALIFORNIA In 2001, President George W. Bush signed events, Lieutenant Reinhardt made great ef- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a landmark law, the No Child Left Behind Act, forts to reach out to the citizens of Union City, Friday, October 8, 2004 which stresses academic achievement for all particularly the Hispanic community. His pas- students and includes more accountability for sion and hard work have been acknowledged Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Mr. student results. The Sherman Independent by numerous groups, including the American Speaker, today I have introduced the Pension School District’s Reading Recovery program Federation of Police, the American Law En- Fairness Act to bring some equity to bear be- meets and exceeds the standards and guide- forcement Officers Association, the Hispanic tween corporate executives and rank-and-file lines of that law. Reading Recovery is a highly Law Enforcement Officers Association of Hud- workers when those executives seek to dump effective, short-term intervention involving one- son County, the Union City Police Department, underfunded workers’ pension plans onto the on-one tutoring for low-achieving first graders. and the American Police Hall of Fame. Federal Government or cut older workers’ Students receive a half-hour lesson each Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in pensions through an unfair cash balance plan school day for 12 to 20 weeks with a specially honoring Lieutenant Charles Reinhardt for al- conversion. trained Reading Recovery teacher. As soon as most three decades of selfless service to Far too often, we hear of cases where ex- students demonstrate that they can read with- Union City and its residents. The passion and ecutives demand concessions from their work- in the average range of their classmates, their commitment he demonstrated throughout his ers when the business struggles and, at the lessons are discontinued. career and for his community made him an same time, sweeten their own pension and Sherman’s Reading Recovery program is a important member of the police force. deferred compensation deals. It’s past time that executives understand that the pension big success. At the Reading Recovery site lo- f cated at Crutchfield Elementary School, stu- promises made to their workers are sacred. dents who completed the program passed the TRIBUTE TO WES KEUSDER ON It’s past time that executives understand that TAKS (Texas Assessment of Knowledge and THE OCCASION OF HIS RETIRE- a breach of those promises carries con- Skills) test by a rate of 92 percent last year. MENT AS PRESIDENT OF THE sequences. Employees cannot be asked to The gains made by these students are truly BUILDING INDUSTRY ASSOCIA- absorb the full brunt of bankruptcy by having impressive—they had higher text reading TION OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA their pension plans terminated and dropped on gains than their peers, had low levels of place- the Federal Government. Executives should ment in special education classes, and had HON. KEN CALVERT share in that pain. When companies terminate their under- high levels of advancement to the next grade OF CALIFORNIA funded pension plans, the federally estab- level. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lished Pension Benefit Guaranty Corporation Reading Recovery is precisely the kind of Friday, October 8, 2004 program our schools need to advance the (PBGC) takes over those liabilities. Today, the goals of the No Child Left Behind law. Re- Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to PBGC suffers from a $10 billion deficit. Al- search issued by the U.S. Department of Edu- pay tribute to Wes Keusder, who has been a ready in bankruptcy, United Airlines, which re- cation finds that students tutored according to dedicated, strong and effective voice for the cently defied the law and stopped making le- the Reading Recovery model read more pro- principles and ideals of California’s building gally-required contributions to its pension ficiently than 75 percent of their untutored community during his years as a member and plans, would add $6.4 billion to the PBGC’s peers. This program is a valuable part of a leader of the Building Industry Association of obligations if the company terminates its comprehensive literacy plan and supplements Southern California (BIA/SC). Riverside Coun- plans. United’s workers and retirees would good classroom teaching. ty and all of southern California has been for- lose $1.9 billion in earned pension benefits. On behalf of the students, teachers, and ad- tunate to have dynamic and dedicated com- US Airways has asked a bankruptcy court for ministrators of the Sherman Independent munity leaders who willingly and unselfishly permission to skip a $110 million contribution School District’s Reading Recovery program, I give their time and talent and make their com- to its pension plans, due last month. Plan ter- want to take this opportunity in the House of munities a better place to live and work. Wes minations at these companies would pose se- Representatives to commend their successful is one of these individuals. On November 5, rious threats not just to the retirement security efforts to leave no child behind. 2004, Wes will be honored by BIA at their of their employees but to the retirement secu- 38th Annual Awards and Installation Dinner. rity of other airlines’ employees and to the on- f Wes Keusder is a third generation home going solvency of the PBGC. When executives HONORING LIEUTENANT CHARLES builder in California and has worked for over are faced with the choice between terminating REINHARDT twenty years to make homeownership a reality or saving company pension plans they also for thousands of California’s families. Wes fol- should have a stake in that choice. HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ lowed in the footsteps of his father, Walter In recent years, we have seen companies OF NEW JERSEY Keusder Jr., and grandfather, Walter Keusder, break their pension promises by converting IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES by serving as President of BIA/SC as well as their traditional pension plans into cash bal- participating in the California Building Industry ance plans. Many of these conversions do Friday, October 8, 2004 Association and the National Association of wonders for a company’s books—to the great Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Home Builders. Wes has demonstrated exem- delight of executives and directors—but end to honor Lieutenant Charles Reinhardt for his plary leadership and service to the building in- up cutting older workers’ pension benefits. years of dedicated service and unwavering dustry by serving as the President of the BIA Many of these conversions have given work- commitment to the police force and the people Riverside County Chapter in 2001 and 2002. ers no choice between the cash balance and of Union City. He is being honored today, Oc- Additionally, Wes served as a Director of the traditional pension plans. Just last year, a tober 8, 2004, at a retirement party in Union Building Industry Legal Defense Fund, whose court found that the cash balance conversion City, New Jersey. mission is to defend the rights of home and at IBM, which all employees were forced to From an early age, Lieutenant Reinhardt property owners. take, would result in a 47 percent reduction in took an interest in military and police work. At Homeownership is an American dream, and older workers’ pensions. The Government Ac- the age of 18, he became one of the youngest housing is a community asset which strength- countability Office found similar losses of up to officers in the history of the Union City Police ens the fabric of neighborhoods. Wes has 50 percent of older workers’ promised pen- Department when he joined the force as a po- worked tirelessly to ensure that thousands of sions.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.181 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1893 Under the Pension Fairness Act, if a com- merce to promote and support Palestinian to serving his county and the people of Colo- pany terminates an underfunded workers’ pen- economic development. rado as City Manager for Delta. I am honored sion plan or converts a workers’ pension plan Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring Dr. to bring his hard work and commitment to the into a cash balance plan that cuts older work- James Zogby for numerous accomplishments attention of this body of Congress and this na- ers’ benefits or takes away their choice to stay and advocacy efforts for peace. tion today. Thank you for all your service Rich, in their original plan, the company’s executives f and I wish you all the best in your future en- and directors may not enhance their own de- deavors. CELEBRATING THE GROUND- ferred compensation deals for the next 5 BREAKING OF THE GREAT f years. If any new deals for executives or di- LAKES NATIONAL CEMETERY rectors are cut the year prior to an under- RECOGNIZING OLYMPIAD PAUL funded plan termination or a conversion that FOERSTER hurts older workers, payments to executives or HON. MIKE ROGERS directors under those new deals are also sus- OF MICHIGAN HON. RALPH M. HALL pended for 5 years. It’s very simple: If the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF TEXAS business or the pension plan is in such dire Friday, October 8, 2004 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES straits that a termination or conversion is nec- Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I Friday, October 8, 2004 essary, then executives and directors should rise today to recognize the groundbreaking of Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, today I am honored not be showering themselves with new and the Great Lakes National Cemetery in Holly, to recognize Paul Foerster, resident of improved benefits. Michigan. The Great Lakes National Cemetery Rockwall, Texas and recipient of a gold medal This bill is about fairness and common will serve as Michigan’s second national cem- in the Games of the XXVIIIth Olympiad in Ath- sense. It places the retirement security of etery and serve the needs of the nearly ens, Greece. workers and executives on more equal footing. 460,000 veterans living within 75 miles of And it sends a rightly discouraging message On August 21, 2004, Paul Foerster, and his Oakland County, Michigan. teammate, Kevin Burnham, won the men’s to those executives who would seek to cut In 1987, the Detroit region was one of ten team gold medal for the United States in the and run from their pension promises, leaving areas identified by the Veterans Administration 2004 Olympic Regatta for sailing in the 470 the federal government to pick up the tab. as having a large veteran population not Class. f served by either a national or state veterans Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the entire 4th Dis- cemetery within a reasonable distance. The IN HONOR OF DR. JAMES ZOGBY trict of Texas, I would like to take this oppor- new 544 acre Great Lakes National Cemetery tunity to commend and congratulate Paul for will meet the needs of Michigan’s finest men his outstanding performance and representa- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH and women for the next fifty years. OF OHIO Mr. Speaker, every American that wears the tion of the United States in the Games of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES uniform deserves a final resting place that XXVIIIth Olympiad. Friday, October 8, 2004 honors and remembers their service to Amer- f Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in ica. However, the families of these veterans HONORING INSPECTOR CLAUDIO honor of Dr. James Zogby, husband of Eileen should not be required to travel great dis- GONZA´ LEZ Patricia McMahon, father of five children, and tances to pay their respect to their loved ones. founder and president of the Arab American I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ Institute (AAI). Under his leadership and vi- the service the Great Lakes National Ceme- tery will bring to the Veterans and their fami- OF NEW JERSEY sion, the Arab American Institute has advo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cated for the Arab community in a number of lies in Southeast Michigan. areas impacting public policy. Where the Arab f Friday, October 8, 2004 American Institute has been instrumental in PAYING TRIBUTE TO RICH Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today empowering Arab Americans through edu- ENGLEHART to honor Inspector Claudio Gonza´lez for his cation, voter registration, and mobilization, remarkable work with the Union City police James Zogby has led the way. HON. SCOTT McINNIS force throughout his 27-year career. He is Dr. Zogby earned his doctorate from Temple being honored today, October 8, 2004, at a re- OF COLORADO University’s Department of Religion after re- tirement party in Union City, New Jersey. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ceiving his Bachelor of Arts from Le Moyne After emigrating from Cuba in 1962 and at- College. In 1976, Dr. Zogby was chosen as a Friday, October 8, 2004 tending school in Jersey City, Inspector Humanities Post-Doctorate Fellow at Princeton Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Gonza´lez began his career as a patrolman for University and, on various occasions, has take this opportunity to pay tribute to Rich the Union City Police Department. Since that been awarded grants for research and writing Englehart and thank him for his exceptional time, he has held an extensive array of posi- by the National Endowment for the Human- contributions to his community and the State tions within the police force, including working ities, the National Defense Education Act, and of Colorado as Delta City Manager. He will al- as a member of the Office of Professional the Mellon Foundation. Dr. Zogby was a co- ways be remembered as a dedicated public Standards and becoming the first Hispanic founder and chairman of the Palestine Human servant and leader of his community. As Rich Lieutenant of Police, Captain of Police, Com- Rights Campaign in the late 1970’s, and he celebrates his retirement, let it be known that mander of the Investigations Division, and In- later co-founded and served as the Executive he leaves behind a terrific legacy of commit- spector of Police, which made him the high- Director of the American-Arab Anti-Discrimina- ment to the people of Delta and the State of est-ranking Hispanic officer in the State of tion Committee. In 1982, he co-founded Save Colorado. New Jersey. Inspector Gonza´lez was known Lebanon, Inc., a non-profit, relief organization For nearly twenty years Rich has played an for being a fair, savvy, street-smart officer who funding Lebanese social welfare projects and important role in municipal government. As accelerated in all of his assigned divisions, re- health care for Palestinian and Lebanese vic- City Manager, Rich is responsible for imple- lying on his impressive martial arts training as tims of war. menting the policy and procedure that the City well as quick thinking to handle difficult situa- Following the 1993 signing of the Israeli-Pal- Council makes. He also advises the City tions. estinian peace accord in Washington, Dr. Council on all matters relating to the planning, When he was not working to secure the Zogby led Builders for Peace, a private sector development and operating status of the city safety of Union City, Inspector Gonza´lez de- committee promoting U.S. business invest- departments. His good nature and guidance veloped and taught anti-drug programs at local ment in the West Bank and Gaza. Along with have done much to help grow the city, and schools. He received a proclamation from the former U.S. Congressman Mel Levine, his col- foster good working relationships between New Jersey State Legislature for his efforts, league and co-president of Builders for Peace, civic, business, and municipal leaders. An avid which preceded the establishment of D.A.R.E. Dr. Zogby led a U.S. delegation to the 1994 outdoorsman, Rich participates in a variety of programs. Additionally, he has taught classes signing of the Israeli-Palestinian agreement in sports, including playing baseball for the Mesa to narcotic agents and members of the Detec- Cairo. After 1994, Dr. Zogby continued to work State Mavericks. tives’ Bureau. with U.S. agencies including AID, OPIC, Mr. Speaker, it is clear that Rich Englehart Today, I ask my colleagues to join me in USTDA, and Departments of State and Com- has ceaselessly dedicated his time and efforts honoring Inspector Claudio Gonza´lez for his

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.185 E11PT1 E1894 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 leadership and extensive work with the Union ECONOMISTS ENDORSE INCREAS- that modest increases in the minimum wage City Police Department. His courage, contribu- ING THE MINIMUM WAGE TO $7.00 have had very little or no effect on employ- tions to the force, and strong commitment are ment.’’ While controversy about the precise employment effects of the minimum wage an inspiration to the community. HON. GEORGE MILLER continues, research has shown that most of OF CALIFORNIA the beneficiaries are adults, most are female, f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and the vast majority are members of low-in- TRIBUTE TO GENERAL ATOMICS come working families. Friday, October 8, 2004 As economists who are concerned about Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Mr. the problems facing low-wage workers, we HON. KEN CALVERT Speaker, increasing the minimum wage is a believe the Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2004’s OF CALIFORNIA vital issue for working families across the proposed phased-in increase in the federal minimum wage to $7.00 falls well within the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES country. The minimum wage has not been in- range of options where the benefits to the Friday, October 8, 2004 creased in 7 years. The value of the last min- labor market, workers, and the overall econ- imum wage increase has been fully eroded. Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to omy would be positive. Today, the minimum wage is worth less than Twelve states and the District of Columbia recognize and honor General Atomics, an or- it has been in 46 out of the previous 48 years. have set their minimum wages above the fed- ganization that has been a catalyst for improv- As a percentage of the hourly wage of non- eral level. Additional states, including Flor- ing science and technology education for thou- supervisory employees, the minimum wage is ida, Nevada, and New York, are considering sands of students year after year. General similar measures. As with a federal increase, at its lowest level in 55 years. This decline is Atomics, located in San Diego, California, modest increases in state minimum wages in causing serious hardships for low-income fam- began in 1955 for the purpose of harnessing the range of $1.00 to $2.00 can significantly ilies. the power of nuclear technologies to benefit improve the lives of low-income workers and To address this problem, I introduced H.R. mankind. General Atomics’ basic research into their families, without the adverse effects 4256, the ‘‘Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2004,’’ that critics have claimed. fission and fusion has matured into many which increases the minimum in three steps technologies, making them one of the world’s f from its current level of $5.15 to $7.00. Ninety- leading resources for high-technology systems four of my colleagues have joined me in spon- IN HONOR OF HISPANIC HERITAGE development ranging from the nuclear fuel soring this legislation. On Wednesday, more MONTH cycle to remotely operated surveillance air- than 562 prominent economists—including 4 craft, airborne sensors, and advanced electric, Nobel Prize winners in economics and 7 past HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH electronic, wireless, and laser technologies. presidents of the American Economic Associa- OF OHIO While General Atomics has been pushing tion—are joining us in endorsing an increase IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the boundaries of technology for almost 50 in the Federal minimum wage to $7.00. Friday, October 8, 2004 years, they have also heavily supported edu- In their endorsement, these economists say, cational programs in their own community and ‘‘We believe that a modest increase in the Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor beyond. As part of their commitment to edu- minimum wage would improve the well-being of Hispanic Heritage Month—a celebration of cation, General Atomics provided technical of low-wage workers and would not have the Americans of Hispanic heritage and their sig- and administrative guidance to the newly- adverse effects that critics have claimed.’’ nificant, collective and individual contributions formed Science and Technology Education They go on to state: to our community and to our nation. Partnership (STEP), which was created in my As economists who are concerned about Hosting one of the events this year is the congressional district five years ago to inspire the problems facing low-wage workers, we Cleveland Public Library. The Cleveland Pub- students to pursue an education in science believe the Fair Minimum Wage Act of 2004’s lic Library and regional branches continue and technology fields. Beyond their five years proposed phased-in increase in the federal their commitment to promoting our diverse of participation in STEP, General Atomics has minimum wage to $7.00 falls well within the community, richly infused with Hispanic culture played an active role in bringing science and range of options where the benefits to the and language. As part of the Library’s 2004 technology directly to Riverside County stu- labor market, workers, and the overall econ- Strategic Plan, new and permanent resources dents and those from surrounding areas omy would be positive. of Spanish Language collections are now un- through their participation in each of the pre- Below is a copy of the economists’ state- derway, along with the implementation of a vious annual STEP Conferences that have ment. A complete list of the cosigners can be Spanish language Web site. been held in Riverside, California. They sup- found on the Economic Policy Institute’s WEB Hispanic Heritage Month is reflective of the port the STEP Teacher Program by presenting site at: http://www.epinet.org/content.cfm/ 500-year history of Hispanic culture and con- tutorial workshops each year for elementary minwagestmt2004. tributions to America. Hispanic Americans and middle school math and science teachers. IT’S TIME FOR A RAISE—HUNDREDS OF ECONO- have contributed immeasurably to all areas of In addition, they have become an integral and MISTS SUPPORT A MINIMUM WAGE INCREASE our culture—from medicine, law, and busi- featured part of the STEP Student Program, The minimum wage has been an important ness, to education, music and the fine arts. which is attended by over 4,000 students plus part of our nation’s economy for 65 years. It Hispanic Americans in our community and in more than 400 teachers and parents each is based on the principle of valuing work by communities across the country are life-saving year. Their exhibit booth in the ‘‘Discovery establishing an hourly wage floor beneath doctors and nurses, veterans, inspiring profes- Zone’’ provides students with a hands-on in- which employers cannot pay their workers. In so doing, the minimum wage helps to sors, dedicated teachers, committed elected troduction to plasma, electricity, thermal en- equalize the imbalance in bargaining power officials, fair-minded judges, and hardworking ergy, and more. Technical personnel from that low-wage workers face in the labor mar- factory employees. Americans of Hispanic her- General Atomics are on hand to explain to the ket. The minimum wage is also an important itage bring energy, innovation, and a real students how the technologies work and how tool in fighting poverty. sense of social justice to America, while re- they are used in government and commercial The value of the 1997 increase in the fed- taining the cultural traditions of their homeland applications. In the ‘‘Oh! Zone,’’ students par- eral minimum wage has been fully eroded. for all citizens to enjoy. ticipate in an interactive Science Show with The real value of today’s federal minimum Mr. Speaker, please join me in honor and Rick Lee and Alex Nagy, two General Atomics wage is less than it has been in 46 out of the celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, and last 48 years. Moreover, the ratio of the min- scientists. The Science Show involves live imum wage to the average hourly wage of join me in expressing my gratitude for the out- demonstrations, often using student volun- non-supervisory workers is 33%, its lowest standing contributions made by Hispanic teers, of different technologies and scientific level in 55 years. This decline is causing Americans. Their journey to America, fraught principles in order to show students that hardship for low-wage workers and their with significant obstacles and strife, paved the science can be interesting, useful, and fun. families. way for a better life for their children and fu- General Atomics is a valued member of the We believe that a modest increase in the ture generations, and signifies what it means technical community and a true partner in edu- minimum wage would improve the well- to be an American. Within our diversity we find being of low-wage workers and would not cation. Their generous efforts have helped have the adverse effects that critics have strength. Within our traditions we find unity. make science and technology interesting and claimed. In particular, we share the view the And because of their journey, and the journey accessible to thousands of students within the Council of Economic Advisers expressed in of people from all points of the world, we are Inland Empire, throughout Southern California, the 1999 Economic Report of the President stronger as a community, more unified as a and beyond. that ‘‘the weight of the evidence suggests Nation, and better as people.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.190 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1895 RECOGNIZING TRW AUTOMOTIVE many years, his dedication to his community leagues pay tribute to Magee Rieter, its Presi- IN FOWLERVILLE, MI, FOR and journalistic integrity has made the Grand dent and Chief Executive Officer Mike EARNING INDUSTRY WEEK’S TEN Junction Sentinel a thriving and influential Katerman and to all the employees for winning BEST PLANTS AWARD news source. It is with great pleasure that I this international recognition. recognize him today before this body of Con- Not only is this the 12th straight award for HON. MIKE ROGERS gress and this Nation. Thanks for your service, Magee Rieter and its employees, they now OF MICHIGAN Gary, and I wish you all the best in your future have the distinction of being the only company IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES endeavors. in all of North America to earn the honor for so many consecutive years. Each year, fewer Friday, October 8, 2004 f than 100 companies out of 30,000 win this Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I RECOGNIZING PRESIDENT CHEN distinction. Additionally, only one other com- rise today to recognize the outstanding work OF TAIWAN pany in the world can match this incredible ethic of some of Michigan’s finest workers at record of quality. the TRW Automotive plant in Fowlerville, HON. RALPH M. HALL As Mr. Katerman puts it, Magee Rieter man- Michigan. On September 15, 2004, TRW OF TEXAS ufactures the highest quality fabricated floor Automotive announced that its Kelsey-Hayes IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES carpet and acoustical systems. General Mo- Company automotive braking facility in Friday, October 8, 2004 tors is their largest customer. Fowlerville, Michigan, earned a place on In- Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege and honor to dustry Week’s prestigious list of ‘‘10 Best Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, in honor of Tai- represent a company that has been inter- Plants’’ in North America for 2004. wan’s National Day on October 10, 2004, I nationally recognized for its commitment to Industry Week awards its 10 Best Plants wish to salute President Chen Shui-bian and quality, service, technology and value. It is award to facilities that have made credible the Taiwanese people for their many eco- equally rewarding to represent employees who changes in the way they run their operations, nomic and political accomplishments. are acclaimed for their hard work and inge- aligning production processes with customer Even though Taiwan is a small island nation nuity. needs and harnessing people’s desire to make with few natural resources, it has prospered. With one of the world’s largest foreign ex- things better. The Fowlerville TRW is well de- f serving of this distinction, the plant boasts a change reserves, Taiwan’s 23 million people 100% on-time delivery performance to 15 as- enjoy one of the highest standards of living in HONORING PATRICA G. CLOTH- sembly locations, less than five days’ on-hand the world. President Chen believes that every IER’S DEDICATION TO THE FED- inventory levels, and a defect rate of just three citizen of Taiwan ought to enjoy the right to ERAL BUREAU OF INVESTIGA- parts per million, down from 64 ppm in 2000. work, the right to freedom of thought, con- TION Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me science and religion, the right to an education, in recognizing the workers at TRW Automotive the right to medical care, the right to partici- HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF for their strong commitment to quality manu- pate in elections, and the right to social secu- OF CALIFORNIA facturing. American automotive workers are rity in the event of unemployment, illness and the best trained, most highly skilled workers in disability. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the world. Industry Week’s profile of these fine In his May 20 inaugural address to his peo- Friday, October 8, 2004 manufacturers is a testament to their aptitude ple, President Chen expressed his hope that Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and steadfast commitment to quality. Taiwan-China ties could be strengthened and congratulate Patricia Clothier for more than f urged cooperation in building a dynamic ‘‘peace and stability framework’’ for cross-strait twenty three years of dedicated service to the PAYING TRIBUTE TO GARY interaction. I hope that talks will resume to- Federal Bureau of Investigation. HARMON ward that end. Patricia Clothier was sworn into the FBI on Even though Taiwan and the United States April 6, 1981. Since then, she has worked HON. SCOTT McINNIS do not have formal diplomatic ties, our two from the Phoenix, Charleston, South Carolina, and Los Angeles Divisions throughout her ca- OF COLORADO peoples are very close. In terms of trading re- reer with the Bureau in addition to traveling to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lations with us, Taiwan is our eighth largest trading partner, thus providing many jobs for several countries to conduct field work. Begin- Friday, October 8, 2004 our manufacturers. In addition, more than ning as an agent working against organized Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 30,000 Taiwan students study at U.S. colleges crime, Clothier worked on anti-narcotic and pay tribute to Gary Harmon from Grand Junc- and universities. The United States is the anti-corruption cases, including specific cases tion, Colorado. Gary is a journalist with the number one destination for most of Taiwan against the Mexican Mafia and Hell’s Angels. Grand Junction Daily Sentinel, and has served travelers. The U.S. and Taiwan share many Becoming the first female bomb technician the paper, city and state with distinction. I values in common, such as attachment to only seven years after she became an agent, know Gary well, and he is a man of the ut- freedom, democracy, and human rights. Clothier was deployed to many sites to work most integrity. I would like to join my col- As Taiwan celebrates National Day, I ask on high-profile cases, including the terrorist leagues here today in recognizing his dedica- my colleagues to join me in recognizing Tai- bombings at the U.S. Embassies in Tanzania tion and leadership before this body of Con- wan’s many accomplishments and offering our and Kenya and the Oklahoma City Federal gress and this Nation. support to President Chen as he provides Building bombing. Gary attended Casper College and Cali- leadership, vision, and direction for Taiwan. Clothier traveled to Montana to collect infor- fornia State University in Long Beach where f mation from the cabin for the case against he studied journalism. He went on to work at Ted Kaczynski, known as the Unabomber. Ms. three different newspapers before moving to CONGRATULATING MAGEE RIETER Clothier retired earlier this fall as a supervisor Grand Junction in 1987 to join the staff at the ON WINNING GENERAL MOTORS in charge of the Counter Terrorism Squad and Grand Junction Daily Sentinel. Gary is a hard- AWARD FOR 12TH CONSECUTIVE the Joint Terrorism Task Force. Her fellow working journalist who won nationally pres- YEAR agents looked to her as a supervisor who tigious John Hancock Award for Business and brought an ultimate sense of loyalty to the FBI Financial Reporting in 1989 for an eight part HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI in addition to someone who always stood series on workers’ compensation. He has also OF PENNSYLVANIA strong for her beliefs while also being there to won several news writing and column-writing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES coach newer agents. Clothier remained a field awards from several Colorado and California agent even as a veteran to the Bureau, which press associations and the Colorado Associ- Friday, October 8, 2004 only bolstered her credibility among the law ated Press Editors and Reporters. Gary is the Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today enforcement community and colleagues. father of two sons, whom he is actively in- to recognize Magee Rieter Automotive Sys- I ask all members of Congress to join me volved in teaching to play basketball. tems of Bloomsburg, Pennsylvania for winning today in congratulating Patricia Clothier for her Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to recognize the ‘‘Supplier of the Year’’ award for quality exemplary professional and public service ca- Gary Harmon for his exceptional service to the and service for the 12th consecutive year from reer, and for her immense dedication to the people of Grand Junction and Colorado. For General Motors Corporation. I ask that my col- community and the nation.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.195 E11PT1 E1896 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 HONORING BELVA DAVIS them. On behalf of the Ninth Congressional RECOGNIZING THE 65TH ANNIVER- District, I salute and congratulate her not only SARY OF THE HISPANIC DIVI- HON. BARBARA LEE for her courage as a journalist, but also for the SION OF THE LIBRARY OF CON- OF CALIFORNIA invaluable contribution she has made to the GRESS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Bay Area, the State of California, our entire ´ Friday, October 8, 2004 country, and the world. HON. JOSE E. SERRANO OF NEW YORK Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the legendary career and historic achieve- ments of distinguished journalist Belva Davis. HONORING JENNIE CHIN HANSEN Friday, October 8, 2004 On October 12, 2004, Belva will be honored Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, October 12, by the International Women’s Media Founda- 2004, marks the 65th anniversary of the His- tion in Washington, D.C., where she will re- HON. NANCY PELOSI panic Division of the Library of Congress. ceive the Lifetime Achievement Award at the Since 1939, the Hispanic Division has been OF CALIFORNIA Foundation’s 2004 Courage in Journalism systematically collecting and acquiring Luso- Awards. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hispanic materials. Today, with more than 11 Belva began her career in journalism as a million items, it has one of the most extensive Friday, October 8, 2004 freelance writer for Jet Magazine in the 1950s. collections in the world on the history and cul- She soon began working as a reporter for var- Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, it gives me great ture of Latin America, Iberia, and the Carib- ious African-American owned newspapers pride to salute Jennie Chin Hansen for her vi- bean. such as the Bay Area Independent and the sion, leadership, and extraordinary service to Specialists in the Hispanic Reading Room San Francisco Sun-Reporter, where she San Francisco’s seniors as she prepares to help patrons from all over the United States, worked as the women’s editor. After moving step down as Executive Director of On Lok and indeed the world, find books and other on to broadcasting jobs at Bay Area radio sta- Senior Health Services. She has had a mag- materials from the Library’s collections. The tions such as KSAN and KDIA, her major ca- nificent career and will continue to make in- website (www.loc.gov/rr/hispanic/) for the His- reer breakthrough took place in 1966, when valuable contributions to our City and our na- panic Reading Room is tri-lingual, in English, she was hired as a news anchor for KPIX in tion. Spanish, and Portuguese. This website is a San Francisco. This was an historic achieve- wonderful resource for young students seeking Jennie joined On Lok Senior Health Serv- ment not only because she was the first fe- to learn more about Hispanic culture, providing ices as a research assistant in 1980. At that male African-American television reporter on everything from manuscripts to films. the West Coast, but also because in that ca- time, On Lok was a modest initiative in San The Hispanic Division also compiles a num- pacity, she hosted and helped to create All Francisco’s Chinatown that offered a day ber of widely used books and reference tools. Together Now, one of the country’s first health program to 100 homebound seniors. The pioneering work, Hispanic Americans in primetime public affairs programs to focus on Under her leadership, On Lok was trans- Congress, 1822–1995, chronicles the distin- ethnic communities. She later moved on to formed into a national model for an alternative guished personal histories of Hispanic mem- work in public television for KQED, where she to nursing homes for the growing population of bers of Congress through the years. I am stayed from 1977 until 1981, during which frail and elderly Americans. On Lok has dem- proud to have contributed to the book’s com- time she hosted A Closer Look and Evening onstrated how vital it is for the elderly to con- pilation and publishing as the Chairman of the Edition. Belva then took a job with KRON, tinue living independently in their homes, near Congressional Hispanic Caucus during the where she worked as an anchor and urban af- their friends and families, and in their commu- 103rd Congress. fairs specialist until becoming a KRON special nities for as long as possible. The Hispanic Division has also taken a projects reporter in 1999. Jennie transformed On Lok into a non-profit huge step towards cataloguing academic lit- Throughout the three decades Belva has family of organizations. On Lok now provides erature dealing with Latin American issues spent covering politics and community affairs a spectrum of services including comprehen- through the annual, annotated bibliography en- in the Bay Area, she has received numerous sive medical care, prescription drug assist- titled the Handbook of Latin American Studies, awards for her outstanding contributions to the ance, bilingual case management, home- published by the University of Texas Press. All field of journalism. In addition to winning six cooked meals, and opportunities to socialize. volumes of this publication are available online regional Emmy Awards, she has received two On Lok provides transportation to seven at Hispanic Reading Room website, and they honorary doctoral degrees, as well the North- neighborhood centers in San Francisco. In its receive more than 100,000 hits per month. In ern California Chapter of the National Acad- 25 years, 20,000 seniors have benefited from addition, the Division has been recording our emy of Television Arts and Sciences’ highest their programs. Three million meals have been great works of Hispanic literature for the Ar- lifetime achievement award, the Governor’s prepared and served. A quarter million classes chive of Hispanic Literature on Tape. More Award, in 1996. Belva has also received life- on subjects including aerobics, dance, paint- than 670 Latin American and Hispanic authors time achievement awards from the National ing, and citizenship as well as group outings have been recorded so far, including Luis Association of Black Journalists and the have met the physical and social needs of the Rafael Sa´nchez, Rosario Ferre´, Rene´ Peralta Community College District, as well as elderly. Marque´s, Ana Castillo, and Rudolfo Anaya. the Golden Gadfly Award from the Media Alli- Jennie Chin Hansen led the effort to de- Numerous other projects also chronicle the ance. In addition, her documentary, ‘‘Yankee velop a national initiative called PACE, Pro- history of Hispanics in America. A project initi- Come Back,’’ won a prestigious National Tele- gram for All-inclusive Care for the Elderly, for ated by Dr. James Billington, the Librarian of vision Award, and she is currently one of only which On Lok served as the prototype. In Congress, illustrates the presence of Spain in 500 journalists to be profiled in the national 1997, President Bill Clinton signed legislation North America from the 1500s to 1821. This NEWSEUM. Furthermore, Belva is widely rec- making Medicare and Medicaid money avail- project, ‘‘The United States, Spain and the ognized not only as a labor activist and sup- able for PACE Programs. They are now oper- American Frontier: Historias Paralelas’’ is de- porter of African-American culture and history, ating in 30 states nationwide. signed specifically for school children, college but has also played a pivotal role as a jour- age students and scholars to help them better nalist in communicating information regarding A visionary and a fierce advocate, Jennie navigate the Hispanic Division’s rare books, Cuba’s culture, politics, and relationship with has greatly influenced how our nation has manuscripts and maps. the United States to the American public. come to regard care for the elderly. She has Mr. Speaker, the Hispanic Division of the Li- On this very special occasion, I would like to shown us the richness of caring for our sen- brary of Congress is a wonderful resource that commend Belva’s exceptional achievements iors. answers Hispanic-Americans’ questions about not only in the field of journalism, but also for We wish her well as she continues her work their personal histories and helps them find in- her tireless work as an advocate for social jus- educating nurses at San Francisco State Uni- formation about current issues facing His- tice and public awareness regarding issues versity, Canada College, and the UCSF Cen- panic-Americans today. For students and aca- that, before her time, had long been ignored ter for the Health Professions. The nursing demics, the Hispanic Division provides valu- by most media outlets. Throughout her career, field with its acute shortages is blessed to now able insight into the creativity and values of Belva has repeatedly demonstrated her un- have her focus, her talent, and her wisdom. Hispanics in Latin America, Iberia, and the wavering commitment to the people of the Bay Her magic will accompany her wherever she Caribbean. The Hispanic Division serves as a Area and the issues that are most important to goes. bridge from the past to the present, helping

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.200 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1897 Hispanic-Americans to understand where they PAYING TRIBUTE TO MR. JIM ple and has customers in all 50 states as well came from, and where they can expect to go RABY as 40 countries around the world. in the years to come. Of all Jim’s achievements, he is most proud of his family—wife Ellen, son David, daughter- I ask that my colleagues join me in cele- HON. ROBERT B. ADERHOLT in-law Sheila, and beautiful granddaughter brating the good work that the Hispanic Divi- OF ALABAMA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ashley. He is also proud of the many friends sion has done over the past 65 years, and in and admirers that he has come to know over Friday, October 8, 2004 wishing them continued success in the years the years. to come. Mr. ADERHOLT. Mr. Speaker, today I would Mr. Speaker, it is a great privilege to honor like to honor Jim D. Raby who is celebrating Jim D. Raby for his many accomplishments f his 70th birthday. Jim is a man who embodies and his enduring impact on his country, com- the American principles of hard work, dedica- munity and family. Jim has been and con- RECOGNITION OF GEORGE A. tion to one’s family, and service to one’s coun- tinues to be an inspiring role model for all of HUSSEY, JR. try and I am honored to stand before this body us, and I wish him the best of wishes on the of Congress and this Nation to recognize this occasion of his 70th birthday. wonderful man and his many accomplish- f HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. ments. Jim was born on August 10, 1934 in the PAYING TRIBUTE TO BOB OF NEW JERSEY town of Jeff, Alabama. He grew up as a SILBERNAGEL IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sharecropper in north Alabama, growing pri- marily cotton. He graduated from Monrovia Friday, October 8, 2004 HON. SCOTT McINNIS High School in 1952 and briefly attended An- OF COLORADO Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to drew Jackson Business School in Nashville, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES commend an exemplary individual who has Tennessee. In 1954, Jim joined the U.S. Navy and served his country honorably as a Seabee Friday, October 8, 2004 made a tremendous impact on his community and as a Communications Technician. Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and continues to work tirelessly towards var- Following his discharge from the service, pay tribute to Bob Silbernagel from Grand ious worthy causes. George A. Hussey, Jr., a Jim began work in Huntsville, Alabama for the Junction, Colorado. Bob is the Editorial Page native of Long Branch, New Jersey, began his Army Ballistics Missile Agency (ABMA) as an Editor for the Grand Junction Daily Sentinel, career at Monmouth Medical Center and was electronic technician. There he had the distinc- and has served the paper, city and state with eventually hired by the City of Long Branch. tion of working with the former German Rocket distinction. I know Bob well, and he is a man While employed at the Department of Public Team, including Dr. Werner Von Braun, during of the utmost integrity. I would like to join my Works, George worked as the Anti-Litter Offi- the infancy of the U.S. Space Program. In colleagues here today in recognizing his dedi- cer, and grant coordinator for the Clean Com- 1960, ABMA was transformed into the Na- cation and commitment to his community and munities Program. His efforts and commitment tional Aeronautics and Space Administration the field of journalism before this body of Con- earned him special recognition by the Depart- (NASA) and Jim joined the new agency as a gress and this Nation. ment of Environmental Protection for having Charter Member. He worked on almost every Bob studied journalism at the University of the best program in the state of New Jersey. phase of the Pegasus, Mercury, Gemini, Apol- Wisconsin, and went on to work for a number lo, and Skylab programs. of weekly newspapers before moving on to the Shortly after this distinction, Mr. Hussey’s re- Jim’s contributions included development of Glenwood Post Independent. In 1980, he sponsibilities were expanded to include Munic- specifications and standards for electronic joined the staff at the Grand Junction Daily ipal Recycling Coordinator. manufacturing, specifically soldering and crimp Sentinel. Bob has been closely involved in In addition to his work towards cleaner com- terminations as well as cable and harnesses. writing and publication of the Colorado River- munities, Mr. Hussey routinely serves as a He installed many of these cables and har- front Commission’s People, Parks and Trails: volunteer, lending his time putting up holiday nesses in the original Mercury capsule. Jim A guide and history for the Colorado Riverfront lighting and coordinating beach clean-ups. For then established schools for each of these Trail in Mesa County. several years now, Mr. Hussey has been subjects and performed lead activities in the Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to recognize fabrication of electronics for the Saturn and working in the Fire Prevention and Code En- Bob Silbernagel for his exceptional service to Apollo programs. Jim moved to various con- the people of Grand Junction and Colorado. forcement Department for the City of Long tractor facilities (as a NASA employee) For many years, his dedication to his commu- Branch, and at the age of 39, he became a throughout the United States to provide NASA nity and journalistic integrity has made the volunteer firefighter, receiving the Raul Award guidance on manufacturing methods and tech- Grand Junction Sentinel a thriving and influen- for being Rookie of the Year. In 2003, he was niques as well as providing Quality Assurance tial news source. It is with great pleasure that the proud recipient of the Firefighter of the functions. He had the last word on flight readi- I recognize him today before this body of Con- Year Award from the VFW Post 2140 in Long ness of electronic and electrical installations gress and this Nation. Thanks for your service, Branch. and in troubleshooting these systems when Bob, and I wish you all the best in your future Joining the Long Branch Elks Lodge, No. problems arose. The Moon landing during the endeavors. 742, at the suggestion of co-worker and friend summer of 1969 was the climax of this great f era in Jim’s life. Jack Filter, who happened to be the Past Ex- Jim left NASA in 1975 to work for the U.S. RECOGNIZING RALPH MAYRELL alted Ruler for the chapter, Mr. Hussey carried Navy at China Lake, California. While at China on a family tradition, by becoming a 3rd gen- Lake, Jim developed the Soldering Standard- HON. RALPH M. HALL eration Elk—following in the footsteps of his ization Program which standardized require- OF TEXAS father and grandfather. As an officer in the ments DoD-wide and the Solder Training and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Elks, Inner Guard, Mr. Hussey became active Certification Program. He also started the in the Handicapped Children’s Committee— Electronic Manufacturing and Production Facil- Friday, October 8, 2004 just as his father had been. In this capacity, ity (EMPF). Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, today I am honored he successfully raised money for Camp In 1984, Jim left the Navy to start Soldering to recognize Ralph Mayrell for his achieve- Moore, a camp for handicapped children. Technology International, a family business in ment at the 2003 Veterans Day Program in which he is still active. Soldering Technology Wills Point, TX. Ralph’s speech, Diversity in Over the years, Mr. Hussey has selflessly International (STI) helps customers build more America, won the essay contest sponsored by volunteered his time and talent to the commu- reliable electronic hardware. Under Jim’s guid- local veterans at Wills Point High School. nity and the city of Long Branch. I congratu- ance, the company has twice been selected to Ralph Mayrell, a senior at Wills Point High late him on assuming the highest office in the INC Magazine’s INC 500 list of fastest growing School, is an active member of both his lodge, Exalted Ruler for the fraternal year private companies. STI was also selected as school and his community. He is a frequent 2003–2004. I have full confidence that he will Huntsville/Madison County’s Small Business of participant in academic events, such as the excel in this capacity, and contribute signifi- the Year in the business services category for University Interscholastic League, in which he cantly to all the wonderful efforts of the Lodge. the year 2000. STI currently employs 45 peo- often serves as both coach and competitor in

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A bronze plaque marks the site. ety, an organization that stresses academic is believed that this was the start of the annual Pope John Paul II has given St. Mary’s Par- achievement and local community involve- Church picnic, which has since become a pop- ish a special Apostolic Blessing on the occa- ment, and extracurricular programs such as ular and beloved tradition. sion of its 100th Anniversary. The Library of Science Geek Week, an academic summer The parish sought to purchase land for their Congress has also recognized the occasion camp for local youth. fundraiser. The coal company sold parish- with a congratulatory letter. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this oppor- ioners a piece of land for $1 because it want- Mr. Speaker, I ask that my distinguished tunity to commend and congratulate Ralph for ed to keep the cheap labor pool content. The colleagues in the House of Representatives his achievement at the 2003 Veterans Day men of the parish leveled the land, cleared join me in paying tribute to St. Mary’s Parish Program and for his continued academic and boulders, and dug a well. The park was in Mocanaqua. I am honored to represent a community involvement. named Sobieski Park and was formally dedi- parish with such long-standing roots in North- f cated in 1933. eastern Pennsylvania. Several years ago, the Library of Congress CONGRATULATING ST. MARY’S, asked Members of Congress to submit nomi- f OUR LADY OF PERPETUAL HELP nations for the Local Legacies Project of the CHURCH IN MOCANAQUA ON ITS American Folklife Center. The Library asked TRIBUTE TO ZONTA INTER- 100TH ANNIVERSARY for documentation of at least one significant NATIONAL, PASADENA CHAPTER cultural event or tradition that is important to HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI each district or state, and I was more than OF PENNSYLVANIA happy to nominate St. Mary’s Annual Home- HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES coming Picnic. St. Mary’s annual picnic is a OF CALIFORNIA celebration of ethnic heritage and diversity in Friday, October 8, 2004 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Northeastern Pennsylvania. Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Father Stanislaus Siedlicki of Glen Lyon Friday, October 8, 2004 to call the attention of my esteemed col- succeeded Monsignor Zychowicz, who was Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to leagues in the House of Representatives to St. made pastor of Sacred Hearts of Jesus and honor Zonta Club of Pasadena and the Mary’s, Our Lady of Perpetual Help Church in Mary Church in Scranton. Construction of a women who have shaped the club into the in- Mocanaqua, Pennsylvania. new church building began in 1904. The fluential force that it is today in the greater The church building itself is a landmark in church was located near Mocanaqua’s current Pasadena area. Northeastern Pennsylvania with a gleaming underpass and near the railroad. Zonta International was established in 1919 gold and white steeple, partially encircled by In a tragic accident several years later, the in New York. Members were among the first 85-year-old pine trees. Travelers see the gold church burned to the ground when a spark generation of college-educated women, the cross and towering pine trees as they cross from a passing locomotive ignited the wooden first generation of North American women to the Susquehanna River on Route 11. But structure on fire. However, the parishioners vote, and a part of the growing legion of more importantly, St. Mary’s Parish has a rich were not deterred. They again raised money women entering the workforce. Currently, history. for a new church, which was dedicated in there are more than 33,000 members of Zonta St. Mary’s, also known as Our Lady of Per- 1914 at its present site, safely out of reach Clubs in 67 countries. Their efforts are di- petual Help, has roots that date back to the from the railroad. rected at increasing women’s access to edu- late 19th Century when 10 Polish and three The Rev. Andrew Smeltz took over minis- cation and healthcare, preventing violence Slovak mining families petitioned the local coal tering to St. Mary’s, which was still a Mission against women, and expanding economic self- company for a place to worship. Church, in 1908. In 1910, the members of the sufficiency, as well as international service The coal company gave them an old, aban- Mission felt that they deserved a full-time pas- projects dedicated to world peace. doned schoolhouse, which became the public tor. Bishop Michael Hoban appointed the Founded in 1929, Zonta Club of Pasadena place of worship in Mocanaqua. parish’s first resident pastor, the Rev. Felix envisioned a strong network that would help I would like to recognize the contributions of Nowak, on Dec. 10, 1910. the 10 founders of St. Mary’s Parish: John During this time, coal miners were fighting women reach their rightful place in the profes- Bizup, Joseph Bolinski, Joseph Fraj, Charles for better wages. Many of them had left their sional world. Addressing the needs of women Kadtke, Frank Kadtke, John Kadtke, John wives and children in Europe while they came and children in our community, Zonta Club of Kollar, John Kowalski, John Strzelczak and to America to earn the sufficient money to Pasadena contributes volunteer time and fi- Joseph Wywiorski. bring their families to Mocanaqua. nancial support to Women at Work, Wellness I would also like to call the attention of my The miners threatened the West End Coal Community-Foothills, Huntington Memorial colleagues to a parishioner named Mrs. Mary Company that they would quit and return to Hospital, Young & Healthy, Union Station Kowalski Stapinski, the only immediate de- Europe if their wages were not raised. Not Foundation, Day One, the Pasadena Unified scendant of one of the Parish’s founders. Mrs. only were their wages raised, but they also School District, and numerous other organiza- Stapinski is 97 years old now and the oldest successfully negotiated for the coal company tions. living member of the Parish. to arrange passage for their families to come In recognition of their seventy-fifth anniver- Father J. Signorski celebrated the first Mass to America. sary, Zonta Club of Pasadena will honor 20 in the improvised chapel in 1885. Father The provision of land for a cemetery was women who have contributed significantly to Signorski traveled from Sacred Hearts of also provided in the negotiations. The first pa- the work of Zonta. These outstanding women Jesus and Mary in Scranton to perform the rishioner to be laid to rest in the cemetery was are civic, educational, political and business Mass. Basil Petrow, who lost his life at the age of 30 leaders in the community, who have also pro- In 1887, Bishop William O’Hara ordered the while working in the coal mines. vided strong leadership within the Zonta orga- parish to become a mission church of St. At this time I would like to pay tribute to 10 nization. The honorees are: Andrea Beal, Su- Stanislaus Parish in Nanticoke. Father heroic servicemen from St. Mary’s Parish who zanne Burger, Beth Calleton, Priscilla Gamb, Beneventus Gramlewicz ministered to the spir- lost their lives during World War II and the Ko- Shirley Gold, Lucy Guernsey, Ann Hight, Sue itual needs of the people of Mocanaqua, trav- rean War: Michael Giunta, Edward Miele, Regenia Moses, Katie Nack, Marilynn eling from St. Stanislaus in Nanticoke each Kadlubowski, Joseph Kalinowski, Edward Penny, Betty-Jean Prosser, Anne Pursel, Pat month. Matak, Chester Okoneski, John Orzechowski, Reynolds-Christianson, Lacreta Scott, Patricia In 1890, the Church was made a mission of Vincent Yamilkoski, Michael Yaszczemski, Vick, Mildred Wardlow, Marge Wyatt, Harriet St. Adalbert’s in Glen Lyon, and its pastor, John Zak, Stanley Zakrzewski. Zimney, and Carol Zoeller. Monsignor Andrew Zychowicz, traveled to By 1954—the year of the church’s Golden It is my distinct honor to ask all Members of Mocanaqua once each month to celebrate Jubilee—the St. Mary’s Parish had grown to Congress to join me today in congratulating Mass at St. Mary’s. As the years went on, include more than 400 families. Zonta Club of Pasadena’s seventy-five years Monsignor Zychowicz and his parishioners In 1976, to show their patriotism during our of service and support to women and children saw the need for a larger place of worship be- nation’s bicentennial, the parishioners re- in the 29th Congressional District.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.207 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1899 HONORING CHARLES EDWARD HONORING LINDA WHITE-EPPS by continuing her work. I am proud to join her JOHNSON, SR. FOR HER LIFETIME OF OUT- mother, Phyllis White; her children, Dawn and STANDING SERVICE George; her grandchildren, Dominique and HON. BARBARA LEE Donvan; family, friends, and colleagues in OF CALIFORNIA HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO honoring Linda White-Epps for her outstanding IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF CONNECTICUT service and invaluable contributions to our Friday, October 8, 2004 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES community. Linda’s legacy will continue to in- spire and support those most in need. Friday, October 8, 2004 Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor f the life and achievements of an extraordinary Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, it is with a man, Charles ‘‘Chuck’’ Johnson of Oakland, heavy heart and great admiration that I rise HONORING JOHN BURTON California. Chuck was a prominent figure in today to pay tribute to an exceptional woman the communications industry for over 40 whose endless energy and dedication touched HON. NANCY PELOSI years, and worked tirelessly in that capacity the lives of all who knew her and many who OF CALIFORNIA not only to promote equality and social justice, did not. It has been one year since Linda IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES but to keep print and broadcast media afford- White-Epps was taken from her family, friends, Friday, October 8, 2004 able and accessible to all. Chuck passed and community after a long and courageous away on July 27, 2004 after succumbing to battle with breast cancer. A tireless advocate Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, with great re- cancer, and is survived by his son, Charles and inspiring soul, Linda’s message of spect, admiration, and affection, I am honored Johnson, Jr. strength and support continues through the or- to salute John Burton for 40 years of fighting Chuck was born in Tulsa, Oklahoma on Oc- ganization she founded, Sister’s Journey. for human rights and social justice for the tober 21, 1938. After growing up in Missouri, After losing an aunt as well as another sig- American people. John has been my mentor, he began his career in radio in 1956. He later nificant person in her life to cancer and being my ally, and my dear friend for many years joined the Air Force, and following his service diagnosed with breast cancer herself, Linda and throughout my time in Congress. Although time, returned to working full time in the enter- made it her life’s purpose to ensure that no term limits have now led John to continue his tainment industry, where he would become the woman be ‘‘alone’’ in the battle with breast fight in new arenas, his leadership as Presi- first African American to reach several techno- cancer. Linda always held a strong belief in dent pro tempore of the California State Sen- logical and professional milestones. In 1959, the importance of sharing her story with oth- ate will long be recognized as a powerful force Chuck created the first Black teen dance ers—to hide it was to allow the disease to win. in the fight against poverty and in the fight for show, and in the early 1960s, became the first She began Sister’s Journey, a support group fairness for all. African American not only to host a #1 nightly for women of color surviving breast cancer. The Burton name has occupied a revered Top 40 radio show, but also to buy and sell She went on to create an annual calendar with place in California politics for decades, and FM radio stations. In 1966, he began pro- each month highlighting the story of a sur- John has served with great integrity in the ducing the nationally syndicated SoulTime vivor. The calender serves a tangible and visi- Congress and in the California State Legisla- USA, and would move on to establish the first ble source of encouragement—sending a ture. The vast landscape of John Burton’s Black movie distribution company to promote message of hope to other woman striving for leadership includes legislative successes to major Black movies. In 1978, he would be- survivorship. protect our workers, to provide health care to come the first African American to operate a I had many opportunities to work with Linda all, to ensure equal rights for minorities, to 24-hour commercial lease access television over the years and I was always in awe of her preserve our environment, and to improve station, the Soulbeat Television Network, air- constant energy and unwavering commitment education. That landscape has been shaped ing music videos and community programming to her cause. She strongly believed in the by his intellect, his conviction, his humor, his in Oakland. Soulbeat is presently celebrating need for awareness, education, and outreach sensitivity, and his ability to capture hearts, 22 years of continuous programming, and has to those diagnosed with breast cancer and even those of his opponents. not only added live interactive talk shows to its their loved ones. Linda brought the battle to One of John’s first acts upon returning to programming lineup, but in 1998 became the the community and to Washington. The Amer- the state legislature was to introduce a bill out- first network ever to broadcast full-time live ican Cancer Society was just one of the many lawing poverty. This was typical Burton style— streaming television to the world over the organizations for which Linda volunteered her deep caring mixed with a brash reminder of internet. time. In fact, she served as a lobbyist for the our Nation’s core value to care for those in In addition to the pioneering role Chuck organization in Washington, highlighting the greatest need. John displayed this funda- played in the communications industry, he was concerns of Connecticut and making sure leg- mental commitment to justice recently when an active member of the civil rights movement islators knew just how vital increased funding he spoke at a Building and Construction throughout his life. He not only served as the for research and education are—not only to Trades Convention and stated, ‘‘It is up to you president of the local NAACP Chapter in those fighting breast cancer, but for those who and me and others like us to make sure that Southern California in the 1960s, but as the had survived as well. Linda was also respon- when people are asking for a job, that job has West Coast Chapter President of the National sible for organizing the first Relay for Life decent wages, decent working conditions, and Association of Television and Radio Announc- event in Hamden, Connecticut—now an an- decent benefits and that workers get their fair ers, was a leader in the movement to hire the nual event that serves as one of the largest share of the wealth of this Nation. It’s the just first Black radio announcers in Los Angeles. fundraisers for the American Cancer Society. thing to do, it’s due you, and we’re going to Furthermore, his founding of Soulbeat in Oak- Linda’s accomplishments and advocacy did help you fight to get what is your due.’’ land was historic not only because he was the not go unrecognized. Throughout her life she Sadly, John’s political career has been first African American to establish such a sta- was honored with a myriad of awards and ac- marked by tragedy—the loss of his brother, tion, but because Soulbeat was and continues knowledgments. Perhaps the most prestigious Congressman Philip Burton, at the early age to be a vehicle for the advancement of free of these many accolades was when Linda was of 56 and the assassination of one of his dear- speech and social equality. recognized with the ‘‘Points of Light Award’’ in est friends, San Francisco Mayor George On August 2, 2004, Chuck’s friends and 2002. Bestowed by the President of the United Moscone at age 49. On the murder of Mayor family gathered to honor his extraordinary life States, this special honor celebrates the suc- Moscone, John wrote: ‘‘Those senseless and the impact that his work had on the lives cess of volunteers and highlights the impact events brought me face to face with grief, of those around him. Chuck was a truly unique that individuals have on their communities. For making me realize that friends are precious individual not only because of the record of Linda, this was a most fitting tribute. Her ef- and life is all too short. We should remember historic achievements that marked his career, forts have left an indelible mark on our com- to take time from our own activities to spend but because of his commitment to using his munity and one cannot say enough about the more time with those we care about, rather voice to improve the lives of the people in his difference she has made in the lives of others. than so totally immerse ourselves in our jobs community and beyond. His legacy will con- This year marks the 6th Anniversary of the and businesses that we are always too busy tinue far into the future, and his memory will ‘‘Pink Tea’’, an annual ‘‘Celebration of Survi- to relate to people.’’ be treasured by all who knew him. The Ninth vorship,’’ where the Sister’s Journey Calendar John’s life has also been marked by great Congressional District salutes Chuck Johnson has traditionally been unveiled. This year’s fulfillment—not only in his illustrious political for the contributions he made to Oakland, the event will indeed be special as members re- career, but also in his family life. John’s East Bay, and our entire country. member Linda’s efforts and honor her memory daughter, Kimiko Burton Cruz, is the light of

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.212 E11PT1 E1900 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 his life. They have traveled a wonderful jour- RECOGNITION OF DR. HERBERT Fellowship, Community Service, and Edu- ney together, and John is now the proud POCH cation. grandfather of Juanito and Mikala. Kimi, her Truman dedicated so much of his life to husband Emilio, and their children are guiding HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. spreading the Gospel through his commitment forces for John, and will be a major part of OF NEW JERSEY to the Alabama State Gospel Singing Conven- John’s future. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion and the Bethany Baptist Church. He was an active member of the Alabama State Gos- When you meet John Burton, you know you Friday, October 8, 2004 have met one of a kind. When you know John pel Singing Convention for over 40 years, Burton, you have a friend. And, when you Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I would like to serving in various positions including President have John Burton as a friend, you know you take a moment today and laud the accom- in 1972 and 1989 and subsequently serving have one of life’s great treasures in hand. plishments of Dr. Herbert Poch and congratu- on the Board of Trustees from 1992 until his late him for being honored by the Dr. Stanley John may have left the State Senate, but he death this year. Also, the congregation of his Nichols Pediatric Auxiliary at Monmouth Med- will continue to be a fierce leader in our State, church benefited tremendously from his serv- ical Center. Having served as the Associate and in our Nation, on behalf of those who ice as deacon for 45 years, a Sunday school Program Director of the Pediatric Residency need him most. teacher for 38 years, and as Choir Director for Program at Monmouth Medical Center for 8 17 years. As if this is not impressive enough, Thank you, John, for your tireless efforts on years, Dr. Poch has exhibited true dedication he also served as the President of the Ala- behalf of so many in our country. May the towards his work as well as improving the bama School of Gospel Music from it’s incep- wind be always at your back. lives of his young patients. tion in 1986 until his death. A native of Elizabeth, NJ, Dr. Poch received Mr. Glassco demonstrated outstanding lead- f his medical degree from Columbia University ership to the Boaz community as well. He held TRIBUTE TO URBAN HEALTH and upon completing his residency, he re- various offices in the Boaz Chamber of Com- PLAN, INC. ON THE 30TH ANNI- turned to Elizabeth and maintained a success- merce including President for 4 years and VERSARY ful private practice for 36 years. While chairing Secretary for 18 years. The Chamber further the Department of Pediatrics at Elizabeth Gen- recognized his contributions to society when it eral, he led the department to merge with selected Truman as their ‘‘Man of the Year’’ in HON. JOSE´ E. SERRANO Newark Beth Israel Hospital’s Pediatric De- 1987 and ‘‘Educator of the Year’’ in 1985. He partment to develop a joint residency program was a long-time member of the Boaz Civitan OF NEW YORK in pediatrics, which led to notable improve- Club, serving as President and holding various IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ments of pediatric care in the area. other offices. The Civitan Club recognized Tru- Friday, October 8, 2004 Prior to joining Monmouth Medical Center man’s achievements by voting him ‘‘Man of as a full time faculty member in 1992, Dr. the Year’’ in 1974. Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Poch served as an assistant clinical professor After earning three masters degrees, Tru- acknowledge one of the largest employers in of Pediatrics at Columbia. Having always been man served 38 years in public education, 22 my district, Urban Health Plan, Inc., as they a devoted teacher, Dr. Poch continues to years as a principal and 8 years as Assistant celebrate their 30th anniversary. UHP has teach on a part-time basis at Monmouth Med- Superintendent of Education. Snead College worked for three decades now to make health ical, even after his retirement in 1999. In addi- named him ‘‘Alumnus of the Year’’ in 2004, an care more accessible to residents of the South tion, he retains his academic position of clin- honor which was accepted posthumously by Bronx. ical associate professor of Pediatrics at Drexel his wife, Dr. Bobbie Glassco. Although he Urban Health Plan began as the vision of University College of Medicine, in Philadel- never had children of his own, he was lovingly Dr. Richard Izquierdo, who, as a private practi- phia. called ‘‘Papa Truman’’ by hundreds of young tioner in the South Bronx, saw the lack of pri- His love for teaching comes second only to people. mary health services that the community pro- his love for family, including his wife of 52 The town of Boaz, Alabama benefited tre- vided to its residents. He decided to form a years, Leila, and their 3 children, Bruce, Andi mendously from Truman’s kindness and self- community health center, and in 1968, the and Lesley. This gifted and devoted family less service to his fellow citizens. I had the San Juan Health Center was born. man, doctor and teacher is also the recipient privilege of first meeting Truman Glassco and Urban Health Plan was created out of the of three Dean’s Special Awards for Excellence his wife Bobbie as a young boy at Antioch San Juan Health Center to offer expanded in Clinical Teaching, as well as the recipient of Baptist Church in Marion County Alabama at services and increase outreach into the local the Drexel University College of Medicine a convention singing. Many people can tell community. It has done just that, by providing Oksana Korzenlowski, M.D. patient award for you that he was a ‘‘real Christian man who affordable, reliable care to residents of the setting an outstanding standard of skill and made a real Christian difference in an indif- South Bronx. UHP offers significant primary commitment in the clinical care of patients. ferent world.’’ I could not agree more. My and specialty care, in addition to numerous Once again, I congratulate Dr. Poch on all thoughts and prayers continue to go out to his outreach and education programs. Because that he has accomplished, and all that he has wife Bobbie, along with his family and friends. many area residents do not speak English as contributed to his community and the field of Yes, Gospel Music lost a dear friend when it a first language, most of the staff is bi-lingual. medicine. He is truly deserving of the honor lost Truman Glassco. Today, Urban Health Plan, Inc. has expanded that has been bestowed upon him. f f to include three health centers, six local PAYING TRIBUTE TO KATHY school locations, homeless shelters, and adult IN MEMORY OF MR. TRUMAN GRISWOLD MCKEAN treatment programs under the leadership of GLASSCO President and CEO Paloma Hernandez. HON. SCOTT McINNIS Mr. Speaker, in an area where hospital HON. ROBERT B. ADERHOLT OF COLORADO services and preventative medicine are sorely OF ALABAMA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES needed, Urban Health Plan, Inc. fills an impor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tant need for residents of my district. They Friday, October 8, 2004 have helped thousands of Bronx residents ad- Friday, October 8, 2004 Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a sad dress their health care needs without mort- Mr. ADERHOLT. Mr. Speaker, it is with a heart that I rise to mourn the loss of Kathy gaging their futures. I am glad to count organi- heavy heart that we mourn the death of Mr. Griswold McKean, the co-founder of Liberty zations such as Urban Health Plan, Inc. as al- Truman Glassco, who recently passed away Day, from my district. Kathy was recently killed lies in the effort to improve the neighborhoods at the age of 73. I am honored to stand before in a car accident on her way to deliver a Lib- and communities of the Bronx, and I salute this body of Congress and this Nation to rec- erty Day mailing. She and her husband Andy Urban Health Plan, Inc. for their dedication to ognize this wonderful man. dedicated the past 10 years of their lives to the residents of the South Bronx. Truman, a lifelong resident of Boaz, AL, in bring the Constitution and the Bill of Rights I hope my colleagues will join me in con- Marshall County, was born in 1931. Known by into the hands and minds of students across gratulating Urban Health Plan, Inc. on their all as a wise, humble, loving, generous and the country, and I want to recognize their con- 30th anniversary, and on wishing them contin- prayerful man, his significant contributions to tributions before this body of Congress and ued success in the years to come. society fell primarily in three areas: Christian this Nation today.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.214 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1901 Liberty Day started with Kathy and Andy in CONGRATULATING FRANK pus was in 1957. During that first year, the the Denver Lions Club almost a decade ago. MATTEI, HONORED BY THE Temple City High School Associated Student It is a national organization honoring James ITALIAN AMERICAN ASSOCIA- Body established the green and gold colors Madison that prints millions of America’s TION OF LUZERNE COUNTY AS and the ‘‘Ram’’ as the school mascot. founding documents with the help of Denver’s 2004 PERSON OF THE YEAR The Temple City Unified School District is located in the West San Gabriel Valley. The Herschfield Press and distributes them free of HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI population of the district’s service area is ap- charge all across America. Kathy and Andy proximately 35,000. The service area includes worked without pay, donating thousands of OF PENNSYLVANIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES within its boundaries most of the incorporated hours and resources to the project in the city of Temple City, as well as small portions hopes that Americans will understand the Friday, October 8, 2004 of San Gabriel, Arcadia, and unincorporated basic freedoms we enjoy today. The Lions Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today areas of Los Angeles County. Currently, the International, Rotary, Kiwanis, and Optimist to pay tribute to Frank Mattei as he is named district maintains one comprehensive high clubs have all embraced the project, enabling Person of the Year by the Italian American As- school, TCHS, one alternative high school, their work to have worldwide distribution. sociation of Luzerne County. It is an honor to Community Learning Center, one intermediate join the members of this organization in paying school, Oak Avenue, four elementary schools, Mr. Speaker, Kathy Griswold McKean was a tribute to his numerous achievements as he is Cloverly, Emperor, La Rosa, and Longden, dedicated patriot that selflessly served her honored at a dinner this Sunday. and one adult school, Temple City Adult community and country, and I am honored to A member of the Italian American Associa- School. pay tribute to such a diligent community serv- tion for 10 years, Frank is also active in Ro- A list of outstanding superintendents have ant and preservationist of American history. tary Club. As a member of the Rotary Club, served TCUSD. The first, Howard Beckner, re- Her contributions to our country will not be for- Frank spent a great deal of time with the Ro- tired in 1961. He was succeeded by Dr. Jack gotten. My thoughts and prayers go out to her tary Exchange Students Program. Many stu- Rand and then Allen Rice. Superintendents family during this time of bereavement. dents from many nations were greeted with Wesley Bosson and Clint Taylor followed. In the hospitality and warmth of the Mattei home. 1999, Joan Hillard became the District’s sixth f Frank was born in Pergola, Italy, in 1932. Superintendent. It is clear that TCUSD has a He is the son of the late Marino and Celeste history rich with spirit and values of progress, REMEMBERING AND RECOGNIZING Mattei. He has been married to Anna dedication, unity, and pride. MRS. BONNIE L. GENTRY Biscontini for 46 years. Frank and Anna have I ask all Members of Congress to join me two children, Maria and Frank Jr., and three today in congratulating the Temple City Uni- grandchildren. Maria lives with her daughter, fied School District for 50 years of outstanding HON. RALPH M. HALL Violeta, in Plains. Frank Jr. and his wife Susan educational service to the community, and for live in Malvern, PA, with their daughters its immense commitment to the success of its OF TEXAS Daniella and Julianna. students. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Frank came to America in 1947. He settled f in the Hilldale section of Plains and graduated Friday, October 8, 2004 from Plains Memorial High School in 1952. IN RECOGNITION OF HISPANIC Frank served his country for 2 years in the HERITAGE MONTH Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, today I am honored U.S. Army, and 18 of the 24 months were to pay tribute to Bonnie L. Gentry, a dedicated served in the United States forces in Austria, HON. BARBARA LEE educator and sister of Buck Crowley, my long- USFA. After that, he spent many years in the OF CALIFORNIA time friend and assistant in the district. Bonnie retail shoe business as the owner of Penn-Lee IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES passed away on February 2, 2002, and in Footwear for 22 years. Friday, October 8, 2004 March of this year, the Mesquite Independent Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege and honor to School District recognized her by naming its represent a man who has served his country Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in recognition 30th elementary campus in her honor. and who has been a leader in his community. of Hispanic Heritage Month. I ask that my colleagues pay tribute to Frank In 2004, the influence of Latinos in the Born in Fate, TX, to R.L. and Mattie Mattei as he receives this well deserved United States is evident now more than ever. Crowell, Bonnie received her teaching certifi- honor. This community has continued to be a strong cate at the age of 14. For the next 54 years, thread in the fabric of our nation. Influential f she served as both teacher and principal for Latinos can be found contributing in many the Rockwall and Mesquite Independent IN RECOGNITION OF THE TEMPLE fields; they are doctors and lawyers, teachers School Districts. In 1959, she became Mes- CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL DIS- and professors, police officers and fire fight- quite’s first female principal when she was ap- TRICT’S 50TH ANNIVERSARY ers, scientists and engineers, mayors and of CELEBRATION pointed to the position at Ben F. Tisinger Ele- course, Members of Congress. As we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, I mentary. She held the position until her retire- want to highlight their service to our Congress. ment in 1974. HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF OF CALIFORNIA The first Latino members of this chamber were In addition to her teaching career, Bonnie IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES non-voting delegates, one from the Territory of also served in such organizations as the Florida, Joseph Marion Hernandez in 1822, Friday, October 8, 2004 Texas Retired Teachers Association, the and the other Jose Manuel Gallegos from the Order of the Eastern Star, the Daughters of Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Territory of New Mexico in 1853. The first vot- the American Revolution, and Delta Kappa congratulate the Temple City Unified School ing member was Romualdo Pacheco, from the Gamma. District for 50 years of outstanding service to great state of California, elected in 1877. the community. Since then, many Latino Members of Con- She is survived by her brothers Herman The Temple City Unified School District was gress, in both chambers, have served our na- Crowell, R.S. ‘‘Bob’’ Crowell, and M.L. ‘‘Buck’’ established as a unified school district on July tion. These members hail from a diverse Crowell; sisters Christine Davison and Leona 1, 1954. At the time, the district had grades group of states and territories, including Ari- Strain; and numerous nieces and nephews. kindergarten through 11th. Elementary classes zona, Louisiana, Texas, Illinois, New York, Bonnie will long be remembered as a de- were held at Cloverly, Emperor, and Longden. Guam and Puerto Rico, to name a few. They Oak Avenue School, formerly part of Pasa- have made significant contributions, like Sen- voted and caring educator who touched the dena Unified School District, was a junior high ator Dennis Sanchez, from the state of New lives of many. On behalf of her family, friends, school, and in 1954 it became Temple City Mexico, who was the first to push for any kind students, and the Mesquite Independent High School. At the time, a total of 789 stu- of Civil Rights legislation in Congress. Most School District, I would like to take this oppor- dents were enrolled in grades 8 through 11. notable is the formation of the Congressional tunity in the House of Representatives to pay The first 12th grade class of 138 students Hispanic Caucus in 1976, founded by five my last respects to Mrs. Bonnie L. Gentry. graduated from the Oak Avenue campus in Members of Congress, Reps. Edward Roybal 1956. The first graduation from the new cam- (D–CA), Henry Gonzalez (D–TX), Herman

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Another leader is A Professor of Art at both Marygrove Col- of 23 Hispanic Members of Congress, 7 of Father Marco Figueroa, Pastor of St. Eliza- lege and the University of Detroit in Detroit, them women. beth’s Church, which puts on health education MI, as well, Joe DeLauro spent the majority of In my district, the 9th Congressional District seminars, operates clinics and assists in the his career as an educator at the University of of California, the contributions of Latino orga- establishment of new organizations that are Windsor. He came to the University in 1960 nizations is stronger than ever. For example, vital to the community. where he began Windsor’s Fine Arts Depart- the Unity Council, under the remarkable lead- As a Representative from California, I can- ment. Through his efforts as head of the De- ership of Arabella Martinez, has spearheaded not fail to mention the over 12 million Latinos partment, he gained for the institution its right the construction of the Fruitvale Transit Vil- that make California the state with most to grant a bachelor of fine arts degree—the lage, which is a model for mass transit, afford- Latinos in the nation. As many experts speak first degree-granting privilege of its kind to be able housing, and smart growth. The Unity of the Latino population boom that this country granted to an Ontario university. For this ac- Council also has programs for first-time home will see in the future, California has been pros- complishment, he was credited with the found- ownership, English classes, and subsidiaries pering from its growth in the Latino community ing of Windsor’s School of Visual Arts. In his that employ a couple of hundred people in the for many years now. While Latinos grow in 25-year-career with the University of Ontario, Fruitvale community. As Ms. Martinez retires population in the United States, they continue he helped to shepherd hundreds of students this year, she hands over the reins of the to be left behind when it comes to education, through the demanding maze of discipline, Unity Council to Gilda Gonzales, a former health care, jobs, and immigration. We must taste, and scholarship and on to their own ca- member of the Oakland School Board, who make sure that we do not leave our new fel- reers. Mentor, friend, and educator—there is has served as an aide to two Oakland mayors low Americans behind. We must ensure that no better example of what a teacher should and to this Member, when I served in the Cali- as the Latino population in America grows, we be. fornia state legislature. expand their access to a good education, To be bestowed with the title Founding Di- Another example is Anew America, an orga- proper health care, and equal access to the rector Emeritus is a reflection of the respect, nization founded five years ago and led by workforce. gratitude, and appreciation Joe DeLauro Syliva Rosales-Fike who has turned personal Mr. Speaker, in closing, I would like my col- earned throughout his career at the University tragedy into triumph in the Bay Area. After leagues to remember the contributions of of Windsor. His extraordinary artistic and aca- having fled El Salvador after her husband was Latinos to this nation during Hispanic Heritage demic career has left an indelible mark on the tortured and murdered, she helped to found Month and throughout the year, especially as University and his spirit will forever live on Anew America. The non-profit organization they consider legislation that affect this great, through the School of Visual Arts—a legacy takes ‘‘new Americans,’’ newly-arrived immi- diverse community which continues to make that will touch and inspire thousands for gen- grants from Asia, Africa, and Latin America America the best it can be. erations to come. I am proud to stand today and helps them establish their small busi- f and join his wife, Dorothy; children, Kathleen, nesses. The organization teaches the new Gregory, and Bob; family, friends, and col- Americans about asset management, finance, HONORING JOSEPH NICOLA leagues to extend my sincere congratulations and community involvement. DELAURO, FOUNDING DIRECTOR to Joseph Nicola DeLauro on this very special And lastly La Clinica de la Raza, led by EMERITUS OF THE SCHOOL OF occasion. VISUAL ARTS OF THE UNIVER- CEO Jane Garcia has programs focusing on f prenatal care, family planning, parenting skills, SITY OF WINDSOR and youth programs. They have school clinics INTRODUCTION OF COORDINATED in almost every Oakland school with satellite HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH NET- clinics across the Bay Area. They provide free OF CONNECTICUT WORK and low-cost health care to thousands of peo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ple in the Bay Area. They are celebrating their Friday, October 8, 2004 HON. NANCY PELOSI recent move to their beautiful 40,000 square OF CALIFORNIA foot structure located in the Fruitvale Transit Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Village, which gives them ability to provide pleasure that I rise today to extend my sincere Friday, October 8, 2004 comprehensive primary care to all their pa- congratulations to my uncle, Joseph Nicola tients. DeLauro. He was recently honored by the Uni- Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, environmental Individuals in my district are the motivating versity of Windsor in Ontario, Canada, as they contaminants have been linked to birth de- force behind organizations such as these and named him Founding Director Emeritus of the fects, developmental delays, and many chron- promote civic engagement among Latinos in School of Visual Arts—the first such title the ic diseases including asthma, various forms of the 9th Congressional District. People like University has bestowed. cancer, and neurological disorders like Parkin- Tulio Serrano, who came to this country under Born in New Haven, CT, Joe DeLauro at- son’s, Alzheimer’s, and Multiple Sclerosis. asylum, after his family was killed in civil war tended Yale University where he received his Research shows that women and children in El Salvador, and had to leave his homeland Bachelors Degree and later gained his Mas- are at especially high risk for health problems after several death threats. Through the Cen- ters at the University of Iowa. He is a sculptor related to environmental factors. Each year, 4 tral American Refugee Committee, a humani- perhaps best known for his work depicting ar- percent of all births—more than 150,000 ba- tarian effort, he organizes people to vote, and chetypal figures from the far past and the bies—are born with significant birth defects. links people from Oakland Area to people in El Bible. Much of his work, including crucifixions, The number of children with asthma has dou- Salvador in order to promote education and pietas, virgins, baptismal fonts, stone reliefs, bled in the past 15 years to about 5 million. health. There are also women like Tina Flores, and stained glass windows have been com- And more than 8,000 children are diagnosed who heads the Southwest Voter Registration missioned by churches, convents, schools, with cancer every year. project in Oakland. She is helping engage our and other largely religious institutions. How- We do not understand the long-term health community in this nation’s democratic process. ever, you can also find many pieces through- effects of the vast majority of the approxi- Others, like Ignacio De La Fuente, President out the public spaces in his home of Canton, mately 80,000 chemicals have been released of Oakland City Council, serve in elected of- MI, and in private collections throughout the into the environment over the past 50 years fice. A candidate for mayor of Oakland in world. and the more than 7 billion pounds of chemi- 2006, Council President De La Fuente has Internationally recognized for his talent, he cals that are released each year by industrial been instrumental in lowering gang violence, has been honored by organizations in the facilities in the United States. While many restoring economic development in Fruitvale, United States, England and Italy. Exhibitions chemicals do not cause damage, we need to and in securing funding for job resource cen- of his work have been displayed in New York, know which ones do. ters for day workers. Italy, and Canada. But perhaps his most im- In my hometown of San Francisco, breast Latino members of the clergy are also help- portant contribution has been through his work cancer rates are more than 12 percent higher ing in our community, including Father Antonio as a teacher. I have often spoke of the need than they were 15 years ago. These rates are Valdivia, Pastor of St. Luis Bertrand Parish in of talented, creative educators ready to help significantly higher than the rest of the nation, Oakland. He is also a strong leader of Oak- young people learn and grow. This is espe- and public health officials are searching for

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.222 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1903 answers. We must understand what could be PERSONAL EXPLANATION better relationship with minority communities causing such a dramatic rise, especially when both domestically and abroad. three out of four women who are diagnosed HON. BOB FILNER TO WIN THE WAR ON TERROR with breast cancer have no family history of OF CALIFORNIA A DISCUSSION WITH THE HONORABLE JIM TURN- ER AND MEMBERS OF THE ARAB AND MUSLIM cancer or other known risk factors. For these IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES women, environmental factors may be the link DIPLOMATIC COMMUNITIES—MODERATED BY to their cancer. Friday, October 8, 2004 TIM ROEMER Improved infrastructure that enables local, Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. About the Event state, and Federal public health agencies to 510, I was in my congressional district on offi- This event is part of a series of discussions monitor disease rates and environmental haz- cial business. Had I been present, I would being organized by the Center for National ards is needed. However, there is no system have voted ‘‘aye.’’ Policy to help reframe the debate on the War in place that explores the relationship between on Terrorism. CNP seeks to deepen both the f public’s and elected officials’ understanding disease and potentially associated environ- IN RECOGNITION OF DORA BELLE of the complex issues involved in the growth mental factors. and spread of radical Islam, and to increase Today, I am joined by Representatives THOMAS STONE awareness of initiatives that promise to ad- STEPHANIE TUBBS JONES and LOUISE SLAUGH- vance moderation and constructive reform. TER, and Senators HILLARY RODHAM CLINTON, HON. MIKE ROGERS To accomplish these goals, CNP organizes small group discussions that bring together HARRY REID, and LINCOLN CHAFEE, in intro- OF ALABAMA ducing the Coordinated Environmental Health prominent policy experts, elected officials, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and public opinion specialists to explore new Network Act to respond to this urgent need by Friday, October 8, 2004 strategies to address both immediate and creating the infrastructure necessary to collect, long-term threats. CNP drafts summaries of analyze, and report data on the rate of dis- Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I these conversations and makes them avail- ease and the presence of relevant environ- rise today to recognize Dora Belle Thomas able to lawmakers on Capitol Hill and pol- mental factors and exposures. Stone of Lee County, Alabama, in anticipation icymakers in the Executive Branch, as well The Network would also coordinate national, of her 100th birthday on November 8, 2004. as academics, journalists, and the public at state, and local efforts to bolster our public Born in Chilton County, Alabama, on No- large. health system’s capacity to investigate and re- vember 8, 1904, Mrs. Stone is the daughter of About CNP spond aggressively to environmental expo- the late George W. and Phairby Adeline The Center for National Policy (CNP) is a sures that threaten health. In addition, the Co- Headly Thomas. In 1918, Mrs. Stone moved non-profit, non-partisan public policy orga- ordinated Environmental Health Network will to Phenix City, Alabama, where she married nization located in Washington, DC. Founded alert health officials when there is a sudden in- William Henry Stone on October 21, 1921. in 1981, the Center’s mission is to engage na- tional leaders with new policy options and crease in any disease or condition, including She is the mother of four children: William Earl innovative programs designed to advance those associated with a biological or chemical Stone, Thomas Milton Stone, George Lamar progressive ideas in the interest of all Amer- attack. Stone, and Barbara Anne Stone Ennis. She icans. Over the past 3 years, my colleagues and I has eight grandchildren and ten great grand- The goal of the Center is to promote the have worked to secure more than $73 million children. transfer of ideas and information from ex- for pilot programs to begin developing the ca- Mrs. Stone is a retired music teacher who perts to public officials, and therefore better pacity for a Coordinated Environmental Health taught Sunday school for more than 60 years, serve American citizens and the public inter- est. Network, with an additional $28 million pend- and is a member of Smiths Station Baptist Working with a small core staff, CNP ing in the Fiscal Year 2005 Labor-Health and Church. She says she cherishes most her brings together policymakers and experts Human Services-Education Appropriations bill. family, her church, and God’s Word, and stud- from a range of organizations, including These pilot projects are giving the Centers for ies her Bible every day. other think tanks, business, labor and aca- Disease Control and Prevention and the Envi- It’s not often we have the opportunity to rec- demia, to encourage new thinking, promote ronmental Protection Agency the information ognize the life and accomplishments of a cit- public awareness and catalyze action. they need to put in place a comprehensive, izen like Mrs. Stone, and I appreciate the The Center uses public opinion research, as well as substantive and political analysis, to coordinated network. House’s attention on this important occasion. frame options and make recommendations. Once fully operational, the network will co- f The Center’s programs include active media ordinate national, state, and local efforts to in- outreach and extensive use of the web as well form communities, public health officials, re- COMMENDING THE CENTER FOR as more traditional methods of dissemina- searchers, and policymakers of potential envi- NATIONAL POLICY FOR FACILI- tion. ronmental health risks, and to integrate this in- TATING A DIALOGUE BETWEEN In October 2003, Timothy J. Roemer was formation with other parts of the public health MEMBERS OF THE ARAB AND named President of CNP. Formerly a seven- system. MUSLIM DIPLOMATIC COMMU- term member of Congress from Indiana, he This is really an issue of environmental jus- NITIES most recently has served as a member of the bipartisan 9/11 Commission. His predecessors tice. Minority and low-income communities are as president include Madeleine K. Albright, particularly vulnerable to environmental health HON. HAROLD E. FORD, JR. prior to her service as U.S. ambassador to hazards. The factories and dumping sites that OF TENNESSEE the United Nations; the late Kirk O’Donnell, emit pollutants are often located near commu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES who was chief counsel to the Speaker of the nities with little political and economic power, U.S. House of Representatives Thomas P. Friday, October 8, 2004 and therefore less ability to protest. The result ‘Tip’ O’Neill, and Maureen S. Steinbruner, is an elevated risk of exposure to harmful sub- Mr. FORD. Mr. Speaker, I would like to rec- currently serving as CNP Vice President and stances. ognize the Center for National Policy (CNP) Senior Policy Advisor. Numerous public health and environmental for facilitating a dialogue between members of Introduction organizations understand the need for an im- the Arab and Muslim diplomatic communities It has been clear for some time that win- proved response to these threats, and the Co- and legislators on the Hill. ning the war on terror is not only a military On September 8th of this year, the Center and security challenge. With numerous al ordinated Environmental Health Network Act is Qaeda leaders captured or killed, the threat supported by the Trust for America’s Health, for National Policy hosted a discussion be- is now more diffuse but just as deadly. In- American Public Health Association, Citizens tween the Honorable JIM TURNER and mem- creasingly the question is, are we taking for a Cleaner Environment, March of Dimes, bers of the Arab and Muslim diplomatic com- more terrorists out of the picture than are American Lung Association, U.S. Public Inter- munities as a way of re-framing the debate on being created every day in the streets and est Research Group, The Breast Cancer the War on Terrorism. I applaud the CNP for madrassas all over the Arab and Muslim Fund, Physicians for Social Responsibility, and their continued efforts to properly inform both worlds? many others. the American public and their elected officials The United States needs a strategy for winning the war that both deals with today’s We must respond to these health threats in on the complex issues facing policymakers. terrorists but also, most importantly, works a comprehensive and coordinated manner. To I would like to commend Representative to deter and suppress the growth and power take action to prevent disease we must under- TURNER and my former colleague Tim Roemer of tomorrow’s. U.S. Representative Jim stand its cause. I look forward to working with for their participation in this invaluable discus- Turner, Ranking Member of the Select Com- my colleagues to enact this vital legislation. sion and for their active interest in fostering a mittee on Homeland Security, put forward a

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.225 E11PT1 E1904 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 series of initiatives to accomplish this, in his specifically—who actively support terrorism gram would not necessarily be right else- report, ‘‘Winning the War on Terror.’’ At the is in actuality very small—perhaps only a where. Regionally-generated initiatives, per- invitation of the Center for National Policy, few thousand. But as recent polling shows, haps assisted by foreign aid, may meet with he joined three ambassadors to the U.S. from the numbers who are angry at the United more success than unilateral efforts created Muslim nations, and representatives from States is much greater. The false assumption thousands of miles away. two other Middle Eastern embassies and the on the part of Americans that these two Several participants stressed that the U.S. European Commission, for a discussion of his groups are one and the same needs to change must avoid the appearance of imposing its initiatives and related issues. if the U.S. image abroad is to change. The 9– own reforms on other countries. They point- After an introduction by Congressman 11 report, for example, made it very clear ed out that media audiences in the Middle Turner framing the questions, CNP Presi- that the problem of terrorism is not about East closely watch the American political dent Tim Roemer moderated a discussion. faith, yet this issue has not been reflected in process. The recent Democratic and Republic The session was off the record, except for the the current debate in the U.S. about the National Conventions received far more comments cited here. Commission report. It is important to distin- airtime from television stations in the Mid- Supporting voices of moderation in the Middle guish between those who support terrorism dle East than in the United States. The point East and those who are angry at America because was made that extremists are watching, and Representative Turner stressed the fact the solutions to dealing with both problems they will certainly exploit the perception that in fighting the war on terrorism the are very different. that ‘‘the Americans are telling us what to United States needs to look beyond tar- As one participant observed, it is the peo- do’’ to oppose reform initiatives. geting active terrorists and securing the ple in the middle—in the Middle East as well It was noted that the particularly sensitive homeland, to supporting voices of modera- as in the United States—who need to have issue of educational reform in Saudi Arabia, tion in the Middle East as well as those ad- their minds changed about the nature of the for example, was unable to find support in vocating positive change. His report address- war on terrorism. The war on terror is not the Kingdom once the U.S. Congress vocifer- es the question of how to prevent the rise of only America’s problem. If the U.S. wants to ously supported it. ‘‘Secular’’ education in future terrorists though a number of impor- find support for partnership with the Arab particular was characterized as a ‘non-start- tant initiatives. and Muslim world, it will have to begin by er’: the very word ‘‘secular’’ can be a form of These include: showing the benefits of such a partnership to insult in the Kingdom. Similarly, the word Building bridges to the Arab and Muslim the people in the middle-center on both sides ‘‘democracy,’’ per se, has some negative con- world, which must involve not only diplo- of the relationship. notations in the Middle East—though this is macy programs but also fully engaging in More forceful policy initiatives and efforts not the case for many of its specific at- the Israeli-Palestinian conflict; on the part of the U.S. will make an imme- tributes, such as transparency, civic partici- Improving education for Arab children; diate impression. Participants agreed that a pation, free elections, and so on. One dip- Stimulating economic development; commitment by the United States to seri- lomat said, ‘‘This is a conflict within Islam. Stabilizing operations in Afghanistan and ously engage with the Israeli-Arab conflict is We must support reason and try to assure Iraq; and absolutely necessary. An ambassador said that this wins—not terrorism.’’ Promoting political reform in the Middle ‘‘America has become an excuse for our that the shift of public opinion against the East and moving toward greater democracy. problems,’’ as one participant noted. But U.S. in Turkey is attributable to two factors: Representative Turner pointed out, how- this is a cultural reality that the U.S. must What is happening in Iraq; and what is not ever, that if these types of initiatives are to understand if it wants its reform efforts to happening in the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. be successful, it will require a tremendous be effective. political effort both at home and abroad. He Another Ambassador said, ‘‘You have to seri- ously address the problem in Israeli-Pales- The European perspective noted that ten of the 9–11 Commission’s 41 It was noted that European nations have recommendations are geared toward pre- tinian conflict—not necessarily solve it.’’ In addition, actions to support economic been engaged with the Middle East for al- venting the rise of future terrorists—but most 50 years. More recently, the European these have received little public attention. development in the Middle East, such as pro- viding economic assistance and scholarships, Union has been working with the United Meanwhile, polling indicates that the U.S. States specifically on the problem of extre- image abroad—not only in the Middle East, supporting WTO accession, and other steps to enhance job opportunities could show tan- mism in the Arab and Muslim world, both but across the globe—has declined dramati- through direct E.U.-U.S. dialogue and on the cally in the past two. years. It is essential gible benefits and demonstrate an American commitment to a broader, positive Middle G8 track. The European Union endorses the that Americans understand why this is so, general argument that solutions must come and what needs to be done to change it. East agenda. This should be the core of the argument to convince the U.S. Congress and from within the region, but with attention The war on terror, Turner affirmed, is not to regional differences. It is the EU point of a war on Islam. But the United States needs American people that such proposals are part of the solution and that military action view that there can be no ‘‘one size fits all’’ to find ways to communicate its intentions solution. It was suggested that Representa- much more effectively. Finally, the United is not the only tool to use against the ter- rorist threat. tive Turner’s proposals largely fit into the States must engage in a partnership with its European interpretation, with its emphasis Homegrown reform allies in the Middle East and in Europe if on building bridges, fostering educational any of the ideas he and others have put on Participants echoed Representative Turn- improvements and cultural exchange, but the table are to be effective. er’s argument that it is essential that the the point was made that regional coopera- A Battle of ideas U.S. support moderate forces in the Arab tion is also necessary. Where the U.S. is still Participants generally agreed with the world, to ensure that they prevail over ex- focused only on bilateral trade agreements spirit of Representative Turner’s remarks, tremists. As another participant pointed out, in the Middle East, for example, the E.U. is and that fighting the war on terror must in- some of the extremists’ arguments on impor- trying to negotiate regional trade agree- volve a battle to win the minds of those in tant issues such as women’s rights are very ments. The E.U. also sees accession to the the Arab and Muslim worlds. In the short- weak, and they have no agenda of their own. World Trade Organization by nations in the term, we must confront the immediate, day- Tim Roemer noted the recent op-ed by Presi- Middle East as important, and as in itself a to-day threats from those who participate in dent Musharraf of Pakistan calling for ‘‘en- way to promote reform. acts of terrorism, rooting out known ter- lightened moderation’’ makes exactly this On the whole, the European Union view is rorist groups and their leadership, and pre- case. that it has been listened to by its U.S. coun- venting wherever possible the emergence of Responding to Turner’s ideas for pro- terparts, but there is still some frustration new groups of activists. This is primarily a moting political, economic, and educational that long-time European efforts and invest- security issue, which involves the U.S. en- reform in the Middle East, participants ments of human and financial capital in the gaging with security and intelligence serv- agreed that any of these proposals would be Middle East have not been recognized. ices internationally. As one participant ob- beneficial. But they urged that the U.S. not Although fresh ideas are appreciated, it is served, it is important to understand that try to lump together the whole region but important to the E.U. that no initiatives are ‘‘threats don’t stop at anyone’s borders.’’ recognize that different approaches are need- introduced into the region that will either But the United States must also have the ed for different countries. Participants em- distract from or complicate those programs patience to confront what participants see as phasized the importance of homegrown re- already in place. Instead, new initiatives a significant generational challenge within form. ‘‘It’s very hard to address the problem need to be streamlined and coordinated with the Islamic world. Fully eliminating the ter- [of terrorism] by lumping together the entire existing projects. The Israeli-Arab peace rorist threat is a task that will take perhaps region and imposing reforms on them.’’ It process, for example, was described as at the ten or twenty years. If the United States is was also noted, for example, that a U.S.-Jor- heart of these efforts. to be effective over the long-term, it must danian partnership to increase exports from Speaking from a European perspective, it have some patience, and focus on accurately Jordan to the U.S. has been highly success- was observed that the U.S. should recognize defining terrorism—and identifying exactly ful, doubling household income in poorer that it has the power to put issues on the who the enemy is—in the minds of both areas of the country and creating over 22,000 table—but a fine balance needs to be main- Americans and Middle Easterners. job opportunities mostly in poverty areas, 85 tained between acting with haste and acting Participants pointed out that the number percent of which have been for women. It too slowly. ‘‘Like a bowl of soup,’’ one par- of people in the Middle East—and Muslims was pointed out, however, that such a pro- ticipant observed, ‘‘if you eat it too fast, it

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.232 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1905 burns you; if you let it go cold, it’s taste- PAYING TRIBUTE TO JON ASPER Hormel Food Company for 43 years, until he less.’’ retired in 1977. How and where to begin? HON. SCOTT McINNIS Bob was one of the first presidents of Camp OF COLORADO Some participants noted the need for the Fannin, a veteran’s association, that was origi- U.S. to be sensitive to the fact that coun- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nally the site for training soldiers in World War tries have their own timetables for reform. Friday, October 8, 2004 II. Bob was a loving man who had a ‘‘heart of Americans too often look for quick-fix solu- gold.’’ He devoted his life to helping veterans tions to problems, and think only in short- Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, to place your life term, two-year cycles, whereas reformers in in danger for the sake of others is an honor- of Camp Fannin and was commonly the ‘‘go- the Middle East are willing to work for able and noble task, and that is exactly what to’’ man when something needed to be re- generational change. Yet it was also noted firefighters do regularly. Chief Jon Asper of the solved. His tireless spirit and heart-felt devo- that external prodding can sometimes be im- Greater Eagle Fire Protection District is a local tion were an inspiration to members of Camp portant and even vital for bringing much legend and hero whose main goal in life is to Fannin and the community of Tyler. needed reform. Turkey, for example, has had serve his community to the best of his abili- to accelerate the process of reform in order ties. Jon’s efforts are certainly commendable Bob is survived by his wife of 60 years, Lois to meet European Union requirements. One and I would like to take this opportunity to Gimble Hobkirk. Bob suffered a stroke 19 participant remarked, ‘‘Cultural and reli- thank him for the important role that he has months prior to his death, and Lois never left gious sensitivities should not be an excuse his bedside during the duration of his illness. for not doing what needs to be done.’’ played in protecting and serving the people of Colorado. Their marriage was blessed with two daugh- But where exactly should the longer-term ‘‘Jon Jon’’, as he is affectionately known, ters and a son. Jody Henning, Judy and her battle against extremism begin? Partici- has volunteered his time to the Eagle Volun- pants presented differing views. Education husband Olan Gotcher, and Robert ‘‘Bob’’ Jr. was acknowledged to be clearly a key factor teer Fire Department for nearly 20 years. He and his wife Pam survive their father. Bob is in winning the battle of ideas, and school has held various positions with the depart- also survived by his granddaughter Tracy ment, including Public Relations Officer, Fire systems may therefore be the most sensible Henning, four sisters-in-law, and numerous point to start any initiative that aims to Prevention Officer, Second Lieutenant Training prevent the rise of future terrorists. One dip- Officer, and Operations Captain, before be- nieces and nephews. lomat said, ‘‘You must support the voices of coming chief of the department. He has also Mr. Speaker, as we adjourn today, on behalf moderation and reason . . . they must pre- spent a career in business as the owner of of friends, fans, Camp Fannin, and the com- vail. When you introduce the sensitive issue Winterhawk Establishment, and as a friendly munity of Tyler, I would like to take this oppor- of education reform, it must be seen as a na- bartender and bar manager for a number of tional homegrown plan and not U.S.-in- tunity in the House of Representatives to pay spired.’’ But this is a long-term effort which local establishments. our last respects and honor the life of this will have results only over the longer term. Going above and beyond his duty as a fire- great Texan and veteran’s advocate—Bob fighter is par for the course when it comes to The need for judicial reform was also cited as Hobkirk. important to promoting confidence in the Jon. He is constantly trying to make himself a rule of law. better firefighter and stronger leader of his f Most participants advised putting eco- crew, taking numerous Continuing Education nomic reform slightly ahead of political re- classes towards a degree in Fire Science CONGRATULATING CALVARY form in the Middle East. The point was made Technology. He has also been an instrumental UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ON that political reform can be achieved in part figure in the Eagle County Firefighter Acad- THE OCCASION OF ITS 100TH AN- by motivating people to use the political op- emy and in providing a Drivers Education NIVERSARY tions that they already have. Creating job Class. Jon and his crew’s hard work and train- opportunities, however, and providing people ing have paid off numerous times in battling with immediate and tangible benefits, can forest fires, especially during the Ute Creek foster participation by providing hope that HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI reform is a better way to move forward than Fire in the Summer of 2002. In 2002, the De- revenge. As one Senior Middle East diplomat partment received the Daily Point of Light OF PENNSYLVANIA Award, from the Points of Light Foundation put it, ‘‘Economic reform must come first IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES because we need to give people hope that this which honors individuals and volunteer groups way is the better way.’’ that have made a commitment to connect Friday, October 8, 2004 Separately, several participants said that Americans through service to help meet crit- it is essential for the U.S. to achieve ical needs in their communities. Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today progress in key policy areas, such as stabi- Mr. Speaker, Jon Asper acts with great to pay tribute to Calvary United Methodist lizing Iraq and seriously engaging in the commitment and leadership in all that he does Church in Berwick as its parishioners cele- Israeli-Arab conflict, to improve its image for his community as Chief of the Greater brate the joyful occasion of its 100th anniver- abroad and communicate its message effec- Eagle Fire Protection District. Jon never forgot sary. tively. that safety and protection came first and fore- Calvary United Methodist arose because Summary most for the people he served. It is my pleas- ure to recognize Jon before this body of Con- Christians living in the west end of Berwick The participants in the discussion fun- gress and this Nation. I would like to extend had a need for a place to worship. The in- damentally agreed that there is a need for crease in population left the need for a second more effective long-term strategies to coun- my appreciation to him for everything that he teract the challenge of extremist ideologies has done and wish him the best in his future Church. Calvary United Methodist, located on in the Arab and Muslim worlds. Some cau- endeavors. the corner of Orange and Warren Streets in tion was expressed about new U.S. initia- f Berwick, became a parish on October 6, 1904. tives, especially if unilateral. Congressman Turner’s multilateral and tailored approach HONORING ROBERT ‘‘BOB’’ Parishioners have chosen the motto for the was applauded as a place to begin dialogue HOBKIRK 100th anniversary fittingly from the Bible: ‘‘One over these issues. One Middle East Ambas- generation shall praise thy works to another, sador summarized the situation in the fol- HON. RALPH M. HALL and shall declare thy mighty acts,’’ Psalms, lowing way: ‘‘We all realize we have a prob- 145:4. lem. We all realize we want to solve it. We OF TEXAS are on the same side.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Rev. Fred Fields is the pastor of Calvary Several participants called for additional Friday, October 8, 2004 United, and I ask my distinguished colleagues discussions such as this one, to address these Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I am honored today to join me in congratulating Reverend Fields and other initiatives, as well as some key ex- to pay tribute to an outstanding citizen of today. The parishioners of this church should isting problems. It was agreed that such dis- be proud of their long-standing tradition of cussions are vitally needed to broaden under- Tyler, TX, the late Bob Hobkirk, who passed standing, improve communication and facili- away on July 29, 2004, at the age of 88. faith. tate concrete programs of cooperation Bob Hobkirk served in the U.S. Army for 41⁄2 among the U.S., the EU, and various Middle years during World War II as a drill sergeant Eastern countries. and weapons instructor. He was employed by

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.235 E11PT1 E1906 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 IN RECOGNITION OF CHIEF LARRY fornia for 85 years of ministry and invaluable HONORING KATHI MCDONNELL- LEWIS WHO RETIRES AFTER 35 service to the community. Since its founding, BISSELL YEARS OF DEDICATED AND DIS- Allen Temple has been a pillar of strength and TINGUISHED SERVICE AS A LAW leadership, and its tireless efforts have had a ENFORCEMENT OFFICER dramatic impact not only on the lives of its HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO members, but on the entire Oakland and East OF CONNECTICUT HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF Bay community. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF CALIFORNIA Allen Temple Baptist Church began as 85th IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Avenue Baptist Church in 1919. The church Friday, October 8, 2004 Friday, October 8, 2004 was organized by the Reverend J.L. Allen, Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and was one of the first primarily African- Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, earlier this honor Chief Larry Lewis of the Alhambra Po- American congregations in East Oakland. Dur- year, the Town of Milford, CT lost one of its lice Department. Chief Lewis is a 35-year vet- ing the first several years following its estab- strongest advocates for seniors in Kathi eran of California Law Enforcement having lishment, 85th Avenue Baptist Church strug- McDonnell-Bissell when she lost her battle served in five municipal police agencies. Chief gled to survive. However, the congregation with kidney disease brought on by diabetes. Lewis began his distinguished career as a po- gradually became stronger, and after moving This month, residents and city leaders gath- lice cadet in West Covina, CA. to its current location on 85th Avenue, was re- ered to honor Kathi’s memory by dedicating As the police chief for Alhambra, Larry named in 1927 in honor of its founder. In the the newest addition to the Milford Senior Cen- Lewis has been an exemplary leader in work- years that followed, Allen Temple not only ex- ter in her honor. I am proud to stand today to ing with his department to strengthen its appli- panded its membership, but also began estab- join them in paying tribute to Kathi whose tire- cation of the community policing philosophy as lishing the first of the many community service less efforts made such a difference in the lives well as the department’s commitment to eth- programs for which it is now known. of so many. ical and professional behavior. He has insti- Allen Temple’s current Pastor, a great and Senior centers play a vital role in our com- tuted effective review procedures of police use magnificent servant of God, Dr. J. Alfred munities and this is especially true of the Bald- of force and vehicle pursuits and introduced win Senior Center. All too often, what are sup- less lethal weapons and in-vehicle camera Smith, Sr., was installed as the church’s lead- er in 1969, and brought with him the sense of posed to be one’s ‘‘golden years’’ are filled systems into department operations. In 2003, with struggles. Health concerns, increasing as a result of Chief Lewis’ efforts, the depart- energy and direction that would serve not only to rejuvenate the church’s existing programs, health care costs, the loss of independence— ment replaced its aging information technology these are just some of the challenges our sen- but to initiate several new ones. The Pastoral system resulting in a new records manage- iors face. Perhaps even more devastating is Staff was organized, which not only increased ment and computer aided dispatch system, the sense of loneliness that can come as one the scope and effectiveness of the church’s mobile data computers in police vehicles, and moves through their later years. Providing in- operations, but which today has grown to in- mapping system as well as improved crime valuable programs and services, senior cen- clude over a dozen ministries. In the decades analysis abilities. ters make a real difference in the lives of that followed, Allen Temple’s presence within An active member of the community, Larry some of our most vulnerable citizens. That is Lewis has served on several professional the community would become even stronger why they are so important to our seniors and boards as well as community service associa- as it continued to establish initiatives such as our communities. Kathi recognized this need tions such as Rotary International and the the Allen Temple Baptist Church Federal and, under her leadership, what began as a YMCA. He has taught and lectured on topics Credit Union, the senior and disabled housing small office in the basement the Mary Taylor of police use of force, sexual harassment pre- facilities at Allen Temple Arms I-III, the Radio United Methodist Church has grown into one vention, supervision, executive leadership and Ministry, and the Allen Temple Hispanic Min- of the most respected seniors centers in the community policing. In addition, Chief Lewis istry. In addition, the church went onto estab- State, boasting over 4,000 active members. served as the 2002 president of the Los Ange- lish the Allen Temple Community Outreach les County Police Chiefs Association, rep- Center, the Allen Temple Family Life Center, Kathi served as the Senior Center’s Execu- resenting 46 municipal law enforcement agen- the Leadership Institute, and Allen Temple tive Director for over 30 years—even her de- cies in the county. Manor, a 24-unit building of affordable housing clining health could not dissuade her from Chief Lewis received a bachelor of arts de- for persons who are disabled due to HIV/ continuing efforts to improve the quality of life gree in political science and masters in public AIDS. for Milford’s seniors. I had the remarkable op- administration from California State University, portunity to work with Kathi on a variety of In recent years, Allen Temple’s involvement Fullerton as well as a masters of science de- projects over the years and was constantly in has become increasingly vital in the support gree in management from Cal Poly University, awe of her endless energy, compassion, and and guidance of individuals recently released Pomona. He is a graduate of the POST Com- drive. She was one of the most dedicated indi- from prison, and those who are HIV positive or mand College, returning as a presenter during viduals I have ever had the privilege of know- living with AIDS. The Dr. J. Alfred Smith, Sr. class orientations. ing, dedicating not only her career, but much Known for his charisma and sense of Training Academy provides job training to doz- of her own time to creating a Senior Center humor, Chief Lewis is a popular master of ens of parolees each year. The Allen Temple which was a resource for area seniors as well ceremonies for various community and charity AIDS Ministry works to provide spiritual sup- as a source of pride for the community. While events. port and essential medical and social services it will be the last of such examples, the com- Chief Lewis celebrates 32 years of marriage to those living with HIV and AIDS, and works pletion of the new ten thousand squarefoot, to his wife, Irene in 2004. They enjoy family with the Alameda County AIDS Interface to two-story addition to the Senior Center is a re- outings with their son, Steve, and daughter-in- make these services more widely available. flection of Kathi’s dedication and commitment law, Penny. On October 17, 2004, Allen Temple Baptist to providing for the ever-changing needs of I ask all Members of Congress to join me Church will celebrate its 85-year anniversary her community’s seniors. today in congratulating Alhambra Police Chief in Oakland, California. I would like to honor For her outstanding an unparalleled service, Larry Lewis on an impressive and long span- this occasion by commending the church for I am proud to stand today to join her husband, ning career in law enforcement. the vital role it has played not only as a great Robert; her children, Suzanne, Amy, and f religious institution, but for the indispensable Betsy; family, friends, colleagues, and commu- HONORING ALLEN TEMPLE social and human services and support it pro- nity leaders in paying tribute to Kathi McDon- BAPTIST CHURCH vides to the people of Oakland. By setting the nell-Bissell. Her lifetime of generosity has standard of service and commitment for insti- touched the lives of thousands and left an in- HON. BARBARA LEE tutions of faith and community improvement delible mark on the Milford community. Kathi throughout its 85 years of ministry, Allen Tem- was an extraordinary woman whom I consider OF CALIFORNIA ple has contributed immeasurably to the Oak- myself fortunate to have called my friend. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES land community, our country, and the world. Though she will be missed by many, I believe Friday, October 8, 2004 On behalf of the Ninth Congressional District, her legacy will continue to inspire all of those Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor I salute and congratulate Allen Temple Baptist who knew her—serving as an example to us Allen Temple Baptist Church of Oakland, Cali- church on the occasion of its 85th anniversary. all of what a community advocate should be.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00040 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.240 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1907 PERSONAL EXPLANATION The Spina Bifida Association of America 796, to the floor today. I also want to thank (SBAA), an organization that has helped peo- the cosponsors for their interest in this bipar- HON. BOB FILNER ple with Spina Bifida and their families for over tisan bill. OF CALIFORNIA 30 years, work tirelessly to prevent and re- H. Res. 796 recognizes and supports efforts IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES duce suffering from this devastating birth de- to promote greater civic awareness among the fect. There are approximately 60 chapters people of the United States. The resolution Friday, October 8, 2004 serving over 125 communities nationwide and recognizes those organizations and groups Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. I would like to acknowledge and thank SBAA that actively promote voter registration and 511, I was in my congressional district on offi- and the Spina Bifida Association of Tennessee participation, as well as those communities cial business. Had I been present, I would for all that they have done for the families in and schools that have instituted civic aware- have voted ‘‘aye.’’ my state affected by this birth defect. I would ness programs. f especially like to thank Scott Price of Nash- The resolution also encourages local com- munities and elected officials at all levels of IN RECOGNITION OF MONCRE ville, a Spina Bifida Association Foundation government to promote greater civic aware- TELEPHONE COOPERATIVE Board member for his great work. In closing, I would like to thank the Spina ness among the electorate and greater partici- Bifida Association of America for allowing me pation in the upcoming elections. HON. MIKE ROGERS to be a part of their roast and wish them the The Constitution of the United States estab- OF ALABAMA best of luck in their endeavors throughout the lishes a representative form of government, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES year. I urge my colleagues here in the House and throughout our Nation’s history, many Friday, October 8, 2004 to support the important efforts of the SBAA groups of people have fought, protested, ral- Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, I and to remember those affected by Spina lied, and died for the right to vote. The 15th, rise today in recognition of the 50th anniver- Bifida, particularly during this month. 19th, 24th, and 26th amendments to the Con- sary of the MonCre Telephone Cooperative in f stitution represent some of those hard-won Ramer, Al. voting privileges. PAYING TRIBUTE TO DORA The percentage of Americans registered to MonCre began operations in 1954 to bring VALDEZ phone service to the unserved rural areas of vote unfortunately has declined in the last 10 Montgomery, Crenshaw and eventually years. There is no better time to make citizens Bulloch and Pike counties, and was the vision HON. SCOTT McINNIS more aware of the importance of exercising of the late founder and Montgomery Advertiser OF COLORADO their right—and their responsibility—to vote. columnist Mildred Smith of Ramer. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Voting is fundamental to our representative Today, MonCre employs 24 highly trained Friday, October 8, 2004 form of government—and as Members of Con- technicians and staff, and serves approxi- gress we must support and promote civic Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mately 3,500 households. Services offered 50 awareness and participation. pay tribute to Dora Valdez, a dedicated em- years later are far different from those of 1954 Our democracy is a government of all the ployee of Delta County, CO who was recently and now include a wide range of telephone, people, by all the people, and for all the peo- honored for 25 years of impeccable service internet and DSL services. ple. All those eligible to vote have an equal It’s not often we have the opportunity to rec- with the County. Dora is a responsible em- voice in determining the future of our great ognize the achievements and contributions of ployee who engenders the trust of everyone Nation. H. Res. 796 promotes greater aware- a community institution like MonCre, and I ap- she encounters, and it is an honor to recog- ness of one of the greatest privileges we have preciate the House’s attention to the matter at nize her many years of service to her commu- as American citizens—the right to vote—and I this important occasion. nity before this body of Congress and this Na- urge my colleagues on both sides of the aisle tion. f to join in supporting this timely measure. Dora was born and raised in Delta and has f RECOGNIZING OCTOBER AS NA- been an active member of her community her TIONAL SPINA BIFIDA AWARE- entire life. She has worked with four county HONORING J.D. ROGERS NESS MONTH clerks and managed all areas within that do- main including motor vehicles, recording, elec- HON. DALE E. KILDEE HON. HAROLD E. FORD, JR. tion, cashier, and birth and marriage license OF MICHIGAN OF TENNESSEE departments. Dora is bilingual and aides many IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES members of the Spanish community by trans- lating for other offices. Dora enjoys her work, Friday, October 8, 2004 Friday, October 8, 2004 and has helped to many citizens in times of Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you Mr. FORD. Mr. Speaker, I would like to take need. today to pay tribute to Mr. J.D. Rogers, III, this opportunity to pay tribute to the more than Mr. Speaker, Dora Valdez has spent 25 who on September 18, 2004 was honored dur- 70,000 Americans and their many family mem- years serving her local government in Delta ing the UAW Local 599 Walter Reuther award bers who are currently affected by Spina County. Her dedication to her community is ceremony in Flint, Michigan for his contribu- Bifida. October is National Spina Bifida Aware- highly commendable and I am honored to rec- tions as the longest-serving production com- ness Month and I hope our colleagues will join ognize her many years of service before this mitteeman in the history of the Local. this effort to raise awareness about this dis- body of Congress and this Nation. Thank you J.D. Rogers began his leadership career ease and recognize those Americans, includ- for all your hard work, Dora, and I wish you, within UAW Local 599 in 1976 when he was ing many of my constituents. and your family all the best in your future en- elected as Alternative Committeeman. One Spina Bifida is the Nation’s most common, deavors. month after assuming his post he was elected permanently disabling birth defect occurring f to fulfill the position of the recently resigned when a neural tube defect prevents the central Committeeman. His superior leadership skills nervous system from closing properly during RECOGNIZING AND SUPPORTING and support of the union membership granted the early stages of pregnancy. Each year EFFORTS TO PROMOTE GREATER him several unopposed elections to this post. more than 4,000 pregnancies are affected, CIVIC AWARENESS AMONG PEO- J.D. is committed to fulfilling Walter and of these, 1,500 babies are born with the PLE OF THE UNITED STATES Reuther’s mission of helping people, and en- disease. suring human dignity and social justice for all. I was honored to be a part of the 16th An- SPEECH OF His hard work and dedication to the duties of nual Roast for Spina Bifida on September HON. RALPH M. HALL his elected position is commendable. His 26th. During that dinner, Senator LINDSEY OF TEXAS deeds are self evident in the faith the mem- GRAHAM, Redskins owner Dan Snyder, and I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bers of 599 have bestowed upon him in allow- roasted former CNN Anchor Bernard Shaw. I ing him to be re-elected. His service to the am pleased to report that even under fire, a Wednesday, October 6, 2004 UAW extends many years and is highly re- now retired Shaw was as cool, calm, and col- Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, I want to thank the garded. lected as he had been during his time on majority leader, Mr. DELAY, and Chairman BOB Mr. Speaker, many people have greatly CNN. He was truly a fantastic sport. NEY for bringing this timely resolution, H. Res. benefited from the leadership and service of

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.243 E11PT1 E1908 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 Mr. J.D. Rogers. His commitment to the UAW SALUTING EDWARD KUSSMAN require the EPA to establish a national primary membership is unwavering. I ask my col- standard for drinking water for perchlorate— leagues in the 108th Congress to please join HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN otherwise known as rocket fuel. me in congratulating him on obtaining his OF CALIFORNIA Perchlorate is a component of rocket fuel— mark in history and in wishing him the very IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES used heavily by the military and its defense best in future endeavors. contractors. Perchlorate contamination in Cali- Friday, October 8, 2004 f fornia is primarily the result of releases from Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 12 military and defense contractor sites. It dis- COMMENDING THE NATIONAL OCE- ask my colleagues to join me in saluting Mr. rupts the functioning of the thyroid, resulting in ANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMIN- Edward Kussman, a civil rights activist and a behavior changes and delayed development in ISTRATION good friend, who is being honored on October children and thyroid tumors in adults. It re- 15, 2004, by the Fair Housing Council of the moves valuable water supplies from service. HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS San Fernando Valley. Mr. Kussman, who Today, communities across the country are OF FLORIDA moved to Pacoima in 1956, is a remarkable finding perchlorate in their drinking water, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES man with many accomplishments and I have groundwater, irrigation water, and soil. In mid Friday, October 8, 2004 been greatly honored to work with him over 1997, the Metropolitan Water District of South- the last 20 years on many important commu- ern California discovered perchlorate in the Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I nity issues. lower Colorado River. It was traced to a Kerr stand before you as a citizen of a state that For more than seven decades, Ed has McGee plant in Henderson Nevada. Releases has been devastated by four major hurricanes unwaveringly fought to end racial and other to Lake Mead and the Lower Colorado River in the past several weeks. For the first time in forms of discrimination and to improve oppor- have impacted the drinking water supply of 15 a century, four hurricanes, Charley, Ivan, tunities in education, housing and employ- to 20 million people in Arizona, southern Cali- Frances and Jeanne, hit Florida, within one ment. He is a founding member of the Fair fornia, southern Nevada, Tribal nations and month. My district, in particular has been Housing Council of the San Fernando Valley Mexico. Today more than 120 wells in Los An- forced to deal with the most horrendous ef- and has been an active member for the past geles County have been found to be contami- fects of these vicious natural disasters. As the 45 years. He has also served seven consecu- nated with varying levels of perchlorate. devastation from these Hurricanes struck my tive terms as President of the San Fernando In the district I represent the water providers state, district, and constituents, the service Valley Chapter of the NAACP, was President are struggling to handle the plumes of per- and resolve of the National Oceanic and At- of the Pacoima Chamber of Commerce, chlorate, the legacy of Aerojet. The City of mospheric Administration (NOAA) proved to served for 25 years as a board member of the Baldwin Park hosts the nation’s first per- be outstanding. On behalf of all my constitu- San Fernando Valley Neighborhood Legal chlorate treatment facility—a necessity in ents, I would like to commend the dedicated Services, was the Past President of Northeast order to maintain the reliability and availability service of the National Oceanic and Atmos- Valley Health Corporation, and is currently the of safe drinking water. My community faces pheric Administration and its employees. Commissioner of the Los Angeles County costs over the next 15 years of at least $200 The citizens of Florida would not have been Commission on Aging. His civic involvement is million as the result of perchlorate contamina- able to withstand the disastrous effects of as impressive as it is extensive. tion. Yet there exists no enforceable public these hurricanes if it were not for the fortitude Ed began his fight against racial inequality health standard to ensure our drinking water is and service of the National Oceanic and At- in a time when African Americans were ex- safe. mospheric Administration (NOAA). They’ve cluded from accessing many forms of employ- This bill requires the EPA to establish a na- never hesitated to fly into the eye of a hurri- ment and denied entry into public places. His tional primary drinking water standard. Without cane to gather information about possible fight for equal rights was instrumental in the this, there is no requirement for water to have landfall, and NOAA was one of the primary state of California’s passing the historic safe levels of perchlorate and water providers agencies that my office dealt with in seeking Rumford Act prohibiting discrimination in hous- will continue to struggle with guaranteeing information and expert advice to combat the ing. His influence is far reaching and con- long term reliability of safe water sources. In- dangerous situation my constituents were tinues to play an essential role in the lives of action poses an unreasonable risk to both our placed in because of these storms. When peo- community members. He is an influential valuable water supply and our health. ple needed to be warned of these storms, member of my Senior Advisory Council and f NOAA was there to respond. NOAH and its has been a trusted counselor to me on many employees are a tremendous service to my of- important issues. HONORING STEVE AND NANCY fice and constituents. Born in New Orleans, Ed attended Straight BUTCHER In this time of crisis, NOAA’s National Hurri- University, Louisiana Frank Wigins Trade cane Center provided 496 live television inter- Tech, and UCLA. He has taken an active part HON. PATRICK J. TIBERI views and 567 telephone briefings to the in his community and has earned many OF OHIO media. The information contained in these awards including Man of the Year Award from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES briefings was relayed to millions of Floridians, Beta Pi Sigma Zeta Chapter, the NAACP Friday, October 8, 2004 allowing for the safe evacuation of more than Freedom Award and Los Angeles’s Urban 4 million Florida residents during Hurricane League Award. Mr. TIBERI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Frances alone. All together, more than 1,000 Edward Kussman is married and has four congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Steve and Nancy hurricane watches, warnings, and advisories daughters. Butcher who have been honored by the Na- were issued during Hurricanes Charley, Ivan, Mr. Speaker and distinguished colleagues, I tional Restaurant Association as 2004 Res- Frances and Jeanne. NOAA provided updated ask you to join me in saluting Edward taurant Neighbor Award Finalists. Mr. and Mrs. satellite images of all four Hurricanes every Kussman for his impressive career, dedication Butcher own the Nutcracker Family Restaurant five minutes over the days leading to their to the people of California and his many years in Pataskala, Ohio. landfall. of making a difference. Mr. and Mrs. Butcher led the community of Pataskala in commemorating Flag Day in For more than 30 years, NOAA, has been f working for America every day. Their knowl- 2004 and honoring U.S. troops abroad. They edge, data gathering, and service have saved SAFE DRINKING WATER FOR organized local businesses and citizens to the lives of so many. From providing timely HEALTH COMMUNITIES ACT OF sponsor flags and display them all over the and precise weather, water and climate fore- 2004 town of Pataskala and it’s main streets. They casts to monitoring the environment and mak- hosted a community dinner, two sold-out golf ing our nation more competitive through safe HON. HILDA L. SOLIS scrambles and a lunch for more than 120 par- navigation and examining changes in the OF CALIFORNIA ticipants to raise money for their organization, oceans, NOAA is on the front lines in the serv- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Flags Over Pataskala. The money they raised ice of our great country. went to the Licking County Family YMCA and Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize the Friday, October 8, 2004 the Pataskala Parks and Recreation Depart- service of such a valued Federal institution Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to in- ment. Their efforts reinvigorated the patriotic such as the National Oceanic and Atmos- troduce the Safe Drinking Water for Healthy holiday by selling 168 new flags and dis- pheric Administration. Communities Act of 2004. This legislation will playing 500 smaller flags throughout town.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00042 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.248 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1909 The Butchers have a long history of service than a small cigar. Small cigars make up a Texas, recipient of the 2004 American Opto- to their country: Mrs. Butcher served in the Air small percentage of sales in the overall mar- metric Association’s Optometrist of the Year National Guard for 14 years, and Mr. Butcher ket, and about 2 percent of all excise taxes on award. spent 26 years in the U.S. Air Force. When cigars are collected from small cigars. Yet After serving his country in the United asked why they use their restaurant to lead under the American Jobs Creation Act, small States Army and Texas Army National Guard, patriot efforts, Mr. Butcher said, ‘‘Its like any- cigar manufacturers will pay about 35 percent Dr. Coble graduated from the University of thing else, it’s just something you naturally of the new assessments, unless the Secretary Houston College of Optometry and began his know is right. There are a lot of organizations of Agriculture—when writing the rules—recog- distinguished career as an optometrist. He out there that need help.’’ nizes this distinction between small and large currently practices optometry in Greenville Again, I commend Mr. and Mrs. Butcher for cigars. Otherwise, small cigar manufacturers where he also serves as clinical staff at Pres- their efforts in Pataskala and congratulate will be assessed at a level that is far out of byterian Hospital and as a liaison to the Medi- them on being finalists for the Restaurant proportion with both their current excise tax care Carrier Advisory Committee. He is also Neighbor Award. burden and their overall market share. active in the North East Texas Optometric So- f Mr. Speaker, this is supposed to be a jobs ciety, the Texoma Optometry Society, and the bill, but ironically, I believe it will eliminate to- Student Texas Optometric Society. CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4520; bacco jobs in my state. For the Florida cigar Dr. Coble frequently dedicates his time and AMERICAN JOBS CREATION ACT industry, this provision is a job killer. I would skill to a number of civic and volunteer organi- OF 2004 hope this issue could be revisited in the future zations. He is active in the Greenville Cham- and a correction be made to reverse this un- ber of Commerce, the Greenville Rotary Club, SPEECH OF fair tax increase. and the United Way of Hunt County. Addition- HON. ANDER CRENSHAW I look forward to working with the Secretary ally, Dr. Coble is involved in mentoring local youth, performing vision screenings for the OF FLORIDA of Agriculture to fix this issue and ensure the Dallas Headstart program, coaching YMCA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tax is assessed on those manufacturers actu- baseball and basketball teams, and serving as Thursday, October 7, 2004 ally utilizing program tobacco. Since there is no per unit assessment level for cigars set in Boy Scout Leader. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the 4th District of Mr. CRENSHAW. Mr. Speaker, I rise today the bill, I trust the Secretary Will recognize the Texas, I would like to congratulate and com- to express my strong opposition to an unfair inherent differences in small and large cigars mend Dr. Coble for his recognition by the tax increase contained in the conference re- and set the assessment based on the market American Optometric Association and his con- port of H.R. 4520, the American Jobs Creation share of the product. Act of 2004. tinued involvement in the community. f Overall I believe this bill is well crafted and f contains a great number of provisions that will PAYING TRIBUTE TO CAROLYN HONORING MO FELLING significantly benefit individuals, businesses CLEMENS and other job creators in this Nation. I com- mend the Ways and Means Committee and HON. DALE E. KILDEE HON. SCOTT McINNIS OF MICHIGAN Chairman Bill Thomas for their hard work and OF COLORADO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES determination on this complex and vital piece IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of legislation. Friday, October 8, 2004 I must, however, express my strong opposi- Friday, October 8, 2004 Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you tion to an unfair tax increase for Florida’s cigar Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to today to pay tribute to Mr. Mo Felling for at- manufacturers. A provision added in the final pay tribute to Carolyn Clemens, a dedicated taining the honor of being the longest serving hours of the conference will force cigar mak- employee of Delta County, Colorado who was skilled trades committeeman in the history of ers to pay for a tobacco buyout that has noth- recently honored for 25 years of impeccable UAW Local 599 in Flint, Michigan. On Sep- ing to do with the kind of tobacco used in ci- service with the County. Carolyn is a respon- tember 18, 2004, the UAW Local 599 mem- gars. This new provision—which was not in- sible employee who engenders the trust of ev- bers will honor Mr. Felling during their annual cluded in either the House or Senate-passed eryone she encounters, and I have the pleas- Walter Reuther award ceremony. versions of the American Jobs Creation Act— ure of recognizing her many years of service Mo Felling began his leadership career with- amounts to a $282 million tax increase and to her community before this body of Con- in UAW Local 599 in 1977 when he was elect- Florida companies will pay more than 75 per- gress and this Nation. ed to the post of Alternative Committeeman. In cent of this new tax. Carolyn came to Delta with experience as a 1980 he was elected to the post of committee- Mr. Speaker, well over 95 percent of the to- legal secretary and a background in account- man, a position he has held successfully to bacco grown in this country is produced under ing. She began her work with the county as an this date. His impeccable service and love for a federal price support program. Cigar manu- executive legal secretary to County Attorney his fellow members is commendable. He is facturers do not use the type of tobacco pro- and the County Commissioners where she ob- committed to upholding the mission set forth duced under this program. According to indus- tained permits for all the counties gravel pits. by Mr. Walter Reuther; which is to help peo- try reports, 99.9 percent of all quota tobacco Carolyn is currently an Administrative Assist- ple, and ensuring human dignity and social produced in the United States in 2002 was ant working directly with the County Adminis- justice for all who are employed within the used by someone other than a cigar manufac- trator. manufacturing automobile industry. I salute turer. Yet under the American Jobs Creation Mr. Speaker, Carolyn Clemens has spent 25 Mr. Felling for his great attention to detail and Act, cigar makers are being forced to finance years serving her local government in Delta on a job well done. the phase-out of this government support pro- County. Her dedication to her community is Mr. Speaker, many people have greatly gram. Assessing cigar makers for the tobacco highly commendable and I am honored to rec- benefited from the leadership and service of buyout fails any test of fairness. We should ognize her many years of service before this Mr. Mo Felling. I ask my colleagues in the not increase taxes on an industry by imposing body of Congress and Nation. Thank you for 108th Congress to please join me in congratu- so-called ‘‘assessments’’ unless the new tax all your hard work Carolyn, and I wish you, lating him on obtaining his mark in history and has something to do with the purpose of the and your family all the best in your future en- in wishing him the very best in future endeav- new program. deavors. ors. f To make matters worse, the cigar tax as- f sessments appear to be imposed unfairly with- CONGRATULATING TAIWAN ON ITS RECOGNIZING DR. JOHN COBLE, OD in the cigar industry. The Internal Revenue NATIONAL DAY Code distinguishes between ‘‘small’’ cigars and ‘‘large’’ cigars. Unlike cigarettes, cigars HON. RALPH M. HALL come in a wide variety of shapes, sizes, and HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS OF TEXAS OF FLORIDA weights. The tax code recognizes these dis- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tinctions. A 10 cent cigar is not taxed the same as a $15 premium cigar. Under the tax Friday, October 8, 2004 Friday, October 8, 2004 code, a premium ‘‘large’’ cigar might pay an Mr. HALL. Mr. Speaker, today I am honored Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, Oc- excise tax amount that is 25 times greater to recognize Dr. John Coble of Greenville, tober 10 marks the National Day of Taiwan,

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00043 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.252 E11PT1 E1910 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 and I rise today in support and to congratulate with the Arizona Attorney General’s Office, riage, which lasted 54 years, was truly a story this beacon of democracy and freedom. where he progressed through the office ranks of love and admiration. Jack and his wife also Taiwan has much to celebrate this National from trial attorney to Chief Counsel and Senior were the proud parents of two sons, Andrew Day. It is a vibrant democracy where individual Prosecutor, Criminal Division, during his 26 and Kevin. freedom is given the appreciation it certainly years of service. Through the administrations After returning from World War II, Jack at- deserves. It is undeniable that Taiwan has of numerous Attorneys General, who differed tended college, receiving his undergraduate moved rapidly toward full democracy. Elec- in their management styles and who were degree from the University of Missouri, Colum- tions for important posts in the government often from different political parties, Mike’s tal- bia, and his law degree from Cumberland Uni- are held regularly, political parties have ents for administration and skills as a litigator versity. In 1951, Jack was admitted to the Mis- reached an established level of maturity, and were consistently recognized and highly val- souri Bar. He first began practicing law with people actively participate in the democratic ued. his father in Harrisonville in 1951 at the law process. Taiwanese citizens have a greater He is held in high esteem by his colleagues, firm that is now Anderson and Milholland P.C. control over affairs of state than ever before. opponents, and judges for his trial skills, integ- and continued to work there until his retire- There are so many throughout the inter- rity, professionalism, and most of all, his ment in 2003. Also, Jack was elected to four national community who sincerely appreciate sound judgment. Often he served as lead trial terms as Cass County Prosecuting Attorney, the political aspirations of Taiwan. Taiwan counsel in some of the most difficult and chal- serving in this position from 1954 to 1962. In stands like an obelisk of democracy and hope lenging cases facing the Attorney General’s 1976, he began serving as my campaign in the South China Sea. Unfortunately, so Office. A man of courage and conviction, Mike treasurer. many throughout the world have never fully always adhered to the principles of fairness, Jack also made significant contributions to benefited from all that Taiwan has to offer. For justice, and the rule of law. the community. He served over 25 years on example, many of the medical advancements Mike has always taken great pride in men- the Board of Directors of Allen Bank and Trust made by Taiwanese doctors and scientists toring new attorneys, inculcating them with a and over 25 years as Municipal Judge for the have not been shared with the world because deep appreciation and respect for the duties City of Harrisonville. Jack also was a member Taiwan lacks WHO membership. Taiwan en- and responsibilities of serving as a member of of Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Church in joys one of the highest life expectancy rates in the legal profession, especially those engaging Harrisonville. Asia, has relatively low infant and maternal in public service who often bear being held to Mr. Speaker, Jack was a valuable leader in mortality rates, and has eradicated major in- a higher standard. He often opined that being his church and community who was respected fectious diseases such as cholera, smallpox, an attorney was a privilege. Mike exemplified by everyone who knew him. He was a dear and polio. Additionally, Taiwan’s government the highest and most honorable attributes ex- friend of mine who had a deep faith. He will was the first in the world to provide children pected of an attorney, and those who came be missed by all. I know the members of the with free hepatitis B vaccinations. The suc- under his tutelage were fortunate indeed. House will join me in extending heartfelt con- cesses of Taiwan’s medical experts must no Despite dealing with the frailties of individ- dolences to his family. longer remain locked in a chamber of politics, uals who entered the criminal justice system, f and access to these ideas must be extended Mike has maintained an optimistic perspective to all countries. about the human spirit and our society. He HONORING MARY MONINGER-ELIA The international community must recognize has always remained positive about the world FOR HER OUTSTANDING SERVICE that each country in the world will benefit we live in and about the future of our Nation. multi-fold from Taiwan’s inclusion in the WHO, In his personal life, his love and devotion to HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO even if it is just as an observer. Until then, in- his family—wife Joanie, daughter Catherine, OF CONNECTICUT dividuals in need of medical assistance and son John—are the cornerstones of his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES life’s journey. Despite some recent challenges throughout the world will not fully benefit from Friday, October 8, 2004 the wonderful advancements Taiwan has to his health, which have caused an early re- made in the field of medicine. tirement, Mike maintains his sense of humor Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great Mr. Speaker, health has no borders, and and optimistic outlook. pleasure that I rise today to join the West certainly neither does disease. Providing Tai- Every now and again, a special individual Haven Federation of Teachers and School wan with observer status in the WHO is long intersects with our own life in a profound way, Nurses in honoring a very special member of overdue. Taiwan is one of the most dramatic and through his daily example creates a posi- our community—Mary Moninger-Elia. Teacher, success stories of Asia. I join the people of tive beam for us to follow. Michael C. Cudahy advocate, mentor, and friend, Mary has exem- Taiwan as they celebrate their National Day, is one of these special individuals, and it is for plified all that a community leader should be and may America’s support for the people of these reasons I want to honor my friend and and through her efforts has made a difference Taiwan be everlasting. former colleague today. in the lives of many. Our teachers are a vital resource for all of f f our communities. By giving our children the IN MEMORY OF ANDREW J. HONORING MICHAEL C. CUDAHY, tools and skills they will need—the foundation ‘‘JACK’’ ANDERSON IN RECOGNITION OF HIS DEDI- on which our young people will build their fu- CATED SERVICE TO THE CITI- ture success—the contributions teachers make ZENS OF ARIZONA AND THIS HON. IKE SKELTON to our children’s lives is invaluable. I have GREAT NATION OF MISSOURI often spoke of our nation’s need for talented, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES creative educators ready to help our children HON. JOHN B. SHADEGG Friday, October 8, 2004 learn and grow. Mary was just that kind of OF ARIZONA Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, it is with deep teacher. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sadness that I inform the House of the death Mary began her career at West Haven High of Mr. Andrew J. ‘‘Jack’’ Anderson of School where she spent 25 years teaching Friday, October 8, 2004 Harrisonville, Missouri. Home Economics. During her tenure, one of Mr. SHADEGG. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased Jack was born in Harrisonville, Missouri on her most interesting additions to the cur- to speak on behalf of a fellow Arizonan and September 27, 1924, son of William Monroe riculum was the creation of a very successful former colleague, Michael C. Cudahy, in rec- and Prudilee (Mathews) Anderson. He grad- preschool program. The program paired 3 and ognition of his dedicated service to the citizens uated from Harrisonville High School in 1942 4 year old children with the high school stu- of the State of Arizona and this great Nation. and went on to answer his call to duty. Jack dents and served as a tool to teach students Mike grew up in Southern California and Ari- served his country by enlisting in the Navy in how to interact with toddlers. With many stu- zona in a family that had deep roots in the October 1942. He received a commission as dents having aspirations of becoming teachers cattle and meat packing industry. an officer and earned his wings as a Navy and parents, this innovative approach was a After graduating from Middlebury College in Fighter Pilot. After serving in World War II, first step in preparing for what one can expect Vermont and receiving his law degree from Jack came home and continued his service in from such young children. After 25 years with the University of Arizona College of Law, he the Navy reserves until 1959, when he was high school students, Mary decided to move to served as a law clerk to two justices on the discharged with the rank of Lieutenant. a different age group. She moved to Bailey Arizona Supreme Court. Mike spent the major- On March 27, 1945, Jack was united in Middle School where she taught both Study ity of his professional career as an attorney marriage to Dorothea Ann Gaston. Their mar- Skills and Social Science until her retirement

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00044 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.257 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1911 just 2 years ago. Throughout her career, Mary PAYING TRIBUTE TO WEST ELK only new high school constructed within Gen- touched the lives of thousands of students, MOUNTAIN RESCUE esee County in over 30 years. This is indeed helping them to realize their potential and an accomplishment worth commending. make their dreams a reality. HON. SCOTT McINNIS The new high school boasts state of the art In addition to her daily professional contribu- OF COLORADO technology, computer and science labs, a tions, Mary has long been a staunch advocate IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES media center, auditorium, gymnasium, and an outdoor athletic facility. The labs will allow the for teachers and education. She has worked Friday, October 8, 2004 with legislators at every level of government to school to fully support their new program enti- ensure that their concerns and needs were Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tled ‘‘Project Lead the Way’’. This program in- heard. She was elected to serve on the Con- pay tribute to the West Elk Mountain Rescue troduces students to the demanding field of necticut AFL-CIO Executive Board and the team, a dedicated group of people from my Engineering and Digital Electronics. As stated Greater New Haven Labor Council. But per- home district who risk their lives so that others by their principal, Julie Clontz, Lake Fenton haps where she had the greatest impact was might live. This 22 member rescue team is High School is trying to in every way possible through her 24 year tenure as the President of composed of dedicated men and women that to adjust their curriculum to meet the needs of the West Haven Federation of Teachers and volunteer using their own resources to equip the students and help prepare them for life School Nurses—the longest consecutive term themselves with the knowledge to find and after high school. The completion of this beau- of any president of any American Federation rescue people in need. I want to take this op- tiful new facility and the implementation of of Teachers Local in Connecticut. Her dili- portunity to recognize their many years of these exciting educational programs is without gence, commitment and dedication earned her service to their community before this body of a doubt a step in the right direction. Super- a distinguished reputation throughout Con- Congress and this Nation. intendent Ralph Coaster has provided excel- necticut. In fact just prior to her stepping down The WEMR was created in 1996 and works lent leadership in this endeavor. in June of this year, Mary was honored by the under the authority of the Gunnison County Mr. Speaker, as a Member of Congress, I Connecticut branch of the American Federa- Sheriff’s office. The team consists of mainly consider it both my duty and privilege to work tion of Teachers with the prestigious Unionist men and women, but also includes a five-year to improve the quality of our public school sys- of the Year Award—the highest such honor old golden retriever/labrador mix rescue dog tem. I am glad that communities such as Lake bestowed by the organization. who aides local and national law enforcement Fenton share this sentiment. They continue to agencies. The human members of the team work diligently to ensure students have the We have certainly been fortunate to have an come from Crawford, Hotchkiss, Paonia, tools necessary to compete and succeed. I individual like Mary working so hard, not only Cedaredge, and Eckert to cover a search area ask my colleagues of the 108th Congress to on behalf of our students, but for our teachers encompassing both Delta and Gunnison coun- please join me in congratulating this fine com- and our education system as well. For her ties. Team members are certified and trained munity and its school district and in wishing many contributions and outstanding service, I in CPR/First Aid, emergency medical techni- them the very best in future endeavors. am proud to stand today to join the West cians, avalanche rescue, water rescue, tech- f Haven Federation of Teachers and School nical rock climbing skills, and general rescue. Nurses, family, friends, and colleagues in ex- The group acquires many of its members from INTRODUCING THE RELIEF FOR tending my sincere thanks and appreciation to people who were once in need of the team’s LIFE-SAVING BLOOD DONORS Mary Moninger-Elia for her lifetime of good services. ACT 2004 work. Hers is a legacy that will continue to live Mr. Speaker, West Elk Mountain Rescue is on through the many lives she has touched. a dedicated group of people who avail them- HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS selves to the community everyday of the year OF FLORIDA f to provide search and rescue expertise to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES those in dire need. These brave men and Friday, October 8, 2004 MARRIAGE PROTECTION women risk danger to their own lives and take AMENDMENT time away from their families to serve others. Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I Their dedication to their community is highly rise today to introduce the Relief for Life-Sav- SPEECH OF commendable and I am honored to recognize ing Blood Donors Act, a bill to provide a tax their service before this body of Congress and deduction for the selfless act of donating HON. MARILYN N. MUSGRAVE this Nation. blood. Each year, more than 4.5 million Americans f OF COLORADO need a life-saving blood transfusion, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES LAKE FENTON COMMUNITY about 25 percent of all Americans will need a SCHOOLS blood transfusion at least once in their life. Thursday, September 30, 2004 This means that almost every American will Mrs. MUSGRAVE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today HON. DALE E. KILDEE come to know, through their own experience to thank Dr. D. James Kennedy and his sup- OF MICHIGAN or through those of a friend or family member, porters for their support of the Marriage Pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the importance that the small act of blood do- tection Amendment. nation can make. Indeed, a single blood dona- Friday, October 8, 2004 tion can help as many as three people. Dr. Kennedy is a well-known Christian tele- Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you While 60 percent of Americans are eligible vision and radio broadcaster whose programs today to bring to your attention an event that to give blood, only about 5 percent of that reach some three million people, weekly. Dr. took place in my district. On Saturday, August population, or about 8.8 million Americans, ac- Kennedy is President of Coral Ridge Min- 21, 2004, the Lake Fenton Community School tually do. According to the American Associa- istries, a Christian broadcasting organization, District gathered to mark the official ribbon tion of Blood Banks, the average donor is a founder and president of Evangelism Explo- cutting and formal dedication of their newly college-educated white male between the sion, a Christian lay-evangelism training pro- constructed Lake Fenton High School. The ages of 30 and 50, who is married and has an gram used in every nation, and Senior Min- celebration concluded on Sunday, August 22, above average income. Nevertheless, blood ister of Coral Ridge Presbyterian Church in 2004 with a non-denominational service and donations are increasingly coming from Fort Lauderdale, Dr. Kennedy is a respected community open house. women and minority groups, engendering and articulate advocate of the return to Chris- Lake Fenton High School was first dedi- greater participation at the community level by tian moral standards in public life. cated on May 19, 1961. With increasing enroll- members who seek to develop a more solid Dr. Kennedy’s Center for Reclaiming Amer- ment and changing educational needs, the sense of neighborhood unity. ica has collected the names of more than Lake Fenton Board of Education and the Lake America’s blood supply is critical to our Na- 430,000 petition signers who believe marriage Fenton Schools Support Services/Facilities tion’s seniors. While those aged 69 years and is the union of a man and a woman, and they Committee implemented plans to build a new older account for just 10 percent of the popu- are opposed to efforts to redefine it. These high school. Their hard work and dedication lation, they require 50 percent of blood trans- 430,000 citizens from across the nation have resulted in three elective bond activities, and fusions. This statistic will only increase with petitioned Congress to pass the Marriage Pro- the final product is the first newly built facility the aging of the Baby Boomer population, and tection Amendment. within the Lake Fenton School District, and the the need for blood will be even greater.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.260 E11PT1 E1912 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 While there is no current, nationwide short- the Year in 1963. Her half model is displayed HONORING THE SAINT NICHOLAS age of blood, regional and local shortages do in the club today. RUSSIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH AS occur. It is not hard to imagine that a major THEY CELEBRATE THEIR 75TH As a young man and rising star in the sail- national trauma, such as a terrorist attack, dis- ANNIVERSARY ing world, Dennis Conner sailed extensively ease, or natural disaster, could strain the blood supply even further. Since blood cannot on Cotton Blossom II. When he had the good fortune of acquiring Cotton Blossom II, Mr. HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO be manufactured, the system is reliant on peo- OF CONNECTICUT Conner assembled a team of the finest crafts- ple to donate their blood. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, donating blood is a small but men and shipbuilders to restore her with me- entirely selfless act that does nothing but help ticulous care to her original condition. Friday, October 8, 2004 those who need it most. Congress should sup- Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my col- Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great port this endeavor, and encourage people to pleasure that I rise today to join the Reverend leagues in the People’s House join me in com- give blood as often as they can. George Lardas, members of the congregation, This legislation provides a $50 tax deduction mending Dennis Conner and his talented team and the Stratford, CT, community in extending for individuals who donate blood, with a max- of skilled craftsmen for preserving U.S. mari- my sincere congratulations to the St. Nicholas imum deduction of $150 a year. This max- time history with the restoration of the leg- Russian Orthodox Church as they celebrate its imum reflects the advice of blood bank centers endary wooden yacht Cotton Blossom II. 75th anniversary. This is a remarkable mile- and institutions that encourage people to give stone for this community treasure and I am blood three times a year. This relief is a small f proud to help them celebrate this momentous reward for people who do give, and an en- occasion. couragement for those who might need that RECOGNIZING SENATOR HAROLD The St. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church extra little push to attend a blood drive. L. CASKEY was founded in 1929 by Russian emigres who I urge my colleagues to support this legisla- came to Stratford to work for Igor Sikorsky. tion, and call on the House to bring it expedi- The legendary Igor Sikorsky, the father of the tiously to the floor. HON. IKE SKELTON modern helicopter, was a founding member of f OF MISSOURI the church as well as one of its staunchest supporters throughout his life. With nearly all HONORING DENNIS CONNER, A IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the members employees of Sikorsky’s com- WORLD-RENOWED SAILOR, ON pany, a Russian community quickly grew Friday, October 8, 2004 HIS RESTORATION OF THE LEG- around the church. Soon, what began as a ENDARY YACHT ‘‘COTTON BLOS- Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, a long and dis- neighborhood church in a Lake Street home SOM II’’ tinguished career in public service is coming moved to its present location and today wel- to an end in the Show-Me State. Missouri comes congregants from several surrounding communities as well. The striking golden cu- HON. JOHN B. SHADEGG State Senator Harold L. Caskey will retire at OF ARIZONA polas of the church, a unique characteristic of the end of the year. He has served the people IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the building, along with the warm and wel- of the 31st District since 1976. Friday, October 8, 2004 coming arms of the congregation have made He was born in Bates County. After grad- St. Nicholas a lasting landmark in Stratford. Mr. SHADEGG. Mr. Speaker, it is with pro- uating from Central Missouri State University Our churches play a vital role in our com- found pleasure that I rise to commend to the with honors in 1960 with a B.A. in Psychology munities—providing people with a place to Nation Dennis Conner, of America’s Cup and Sociology, he attended University of Mis- turn to for comfort when they are most in fame, an outstanding American yachtsman, souri-Columbia where he received a Juris need. By strengthening our bonds of faith, St. competitor and sailing icon, in admiration and Nicholas gives its members a place to find Doctorate in 1963. He also was a member of appreciation of his magnificent restoration of their spiritual center and to solidify and sup- the historic wooden yacht Cotton Blossom II. the Order of the Coif. port their values. The members of St. Nich- Mr. Conner’s expertise and dedication to pre- From 1968 to 1972, Mr. Caskey served as olas’ have also given much to the town of serving yachting history are to be com- the prosecuting attorney for Bates County. Stratford. Throughout the years, as their mem- mended. His extraordinary efforts are a testa- Then he was the Butler city prosecutor from bership grew so did their commitment to the ment to his uncompromising devotion to excel- 1973 to 1974. After serving in this position, he enrichment of our community. lence and authenticity. was an assistant professor in Business Law It is with great pride and my heart-felt con- Thanks to Dennis Conner’s vision and gen- and Criminal Law at Northeast Missouri State gratulations that I rise today to join with the erosity, Cotton Blossom II is an elegantly re- congregation and the Stratford community in University, now Truman State University, from stored masterpiece that honors our country’s celebrating the 75th anniversary of the St. rich yachting heritage and the classic art of 1975 to 1976. Nicholas Russian Orthodox Church—a true wooden boat building. Mr. Caskey was first elected to the Missouri community treasure. Cotton Blossom II was designed in 1924 by Senate in 1976. During his accomplished ten- f Johan Anker, the leading ‘‘Q’’ Boat designer of ure in the Missouri Senate, he served in many MARRIAGE PROTECTION the time. She was built for Lawrence Percival positions. He was the Senate Assistant Major- of Boston at the Jensen Shipyard near Oslo, AMENDMENT ity Floor Leader, Senate Majority Caucus Norway. Leonore, as she was first named, was delivered to Marblehead in October 1925. Chair, Senate Majority Floor Leader, and Mi- SPEECH OF She was later sold to Walter Wheeler and nority Caucus Chair. HON. MARILYN N. MUSGRAVE christened Cotton Blossom II. Wheeler cam- Mr. Caskey awards and honors include the OF COLORADO paigned her with great success out of Stam- 2002 Access Award from the American Foun- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ford, CT. Among her many racing victories dation for the Blind, the 1997 National Legis- Thursday, September 30, 2004 were the Vineyard Race and the Astor Cup for lator of the Year from the National Industries Mrs. MUSGRAVE. Mr. Speaker, I rise again the New York Yacht Club. She was named the of the Blind Workshop, the 1999 University of NYYC Boat of the Year in 1939, and her half today to submit into the RECORD additional Missouri School of Law Alumnus of the Year model is displayed in the Club’s Model Room. material regarding the debate about whether Twenty-three years later, this well-designed and the National Freedom Righter from the marriage is in decline in the Netherlands. yacht continued to win major races under the National Rifle Association. Additionally, the Some members suggest that the Stanley Kurtz stewardship of owners Ed and Gloria Turner Missouri Deputy Sheriffs’ Association named material is not relevant or is not accurate. I of the San Diego Yacht Club. Cotton Blossom an award for him—the Harold Caskey Free- submit into the RECORD the following article II successfully spanned the dramatic changes dom Award. written by Mr. Kurtz that addresses his critics that had taken place in the sport since the Mr. Speaker, I know the Members of this on this point. 1920s as she became a familiar sight winning House will join me in thanking Mr. Caskey for DUTCH DEBATE all the major races at the club, including the his life of public service. There’s a new development in the story of Lipton Trophy, and was named SDYC Boat of Europe’s marriage meltdown. Recently, a

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.264 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1913 group of five scholars in the Netherlands numbers omit legally unrecorded breakups That’s because super-high out-of-wedlock issued a letter addressed to ‘‘parliaments of among the ever-increasing number of cohab- birthrates signal a radical shift in the way the world debating the issue of same-sex iting parents. Total family dissolution rates parents think about marriage. In the early marriage.’’ The Netherlands was the first in Scandinavia are actually up. I’ve made stages of Scandinavian-style cohabitation, country to adopt full-fledged same-sex mar- these points before, but Badgett and others parents think of first, and even second born riage, and this letter is the first serious indi- just keep citing the misleading numbers. children as tests of a relationship that might cation of Dutch concern about the con- European demographers know perfectly someday eventuate in marriage. But as pa- sequences of that decision. So it’s worth well that marriage in Scandinavia is in deep rental cohabitation grows in popularity par- quoting the letter at some length. After cit- trouble. British demographer David Coleman ents have two or more children without get- ing a raft of statistics documenting the de- and senior Dutch demographer Joop Garssen ting married at all. So out-of-wedlock birth- cline of Dutch marriage, here is some of have written that ‘‘marriage is becoming a rates rise more slowly as they move beyond what these scholars had to say: . . .there is minority status’’ in Scandinavia. In Den- the 40- and 50-percent marks because they as yet no definitive scientific evidence to mark, a slight majority of all children are are pushing through the final and toughest suggest the long campaign for the legaliza- still born within marriage. Yet citing the 60 pockets of cultural support for marriage. tion of same-sex marriage contributed to percent out-of-wedlock birthrate for first- That’s why the slow but steady increase in these harmful trends. However, there are born children, Danish demographers Wehner, Norway’s already high out-of-wedlock birth- good reasons to believe the decline in Dutch Kambskard, and Abrahamson argue that rates is so frightening. It shows that even marriage may be connected to the successful marriage has ceased to be the normative set- the resistant and conservative south is be- public campaign for the opening of marriage ting for Danish family life. ginning to accept parental cohabitation, to same-sex couples in the Netherlands. ALL ABOUT THE FAMILY while the liberal north is beginning to aban- After all, supporters of same-sex marriage Badgett uses several tricks to dodge the don the idea of marriage altogether. Okay, says Badgett, let’s provisionally argued forcefully in favor of the (legal and problem of out-of-wedlock birthrates in ex- grant Kurtz’s distinction between high and social) separation of marriage from par- cess of 50 percent. Most cohabiting parents low-out-wedlock birthrate countries. Even enting. In parliament, advocates and oppo- eventually marry, Badgett emphasizes. Be- nents alike agreed that same-sex marriage given that, says Badgett, out-of-wedlock cause of that, if you look at the number of births have been ‘‘soaring’’ in some tradi- would pave the way to greater acceptance of Norwegian children who are actually living alternative forms of cohabitation. tionally low out-of-wedlock birthrate na- with their own married parents, it is 61 per- tions (Ireland, Luxembourg, Hungary, Lith- In our judgment, it is difficult to imagine cent. Well, that is certainly more than half, that a lengthy, highly visible, and ulti- uania, and several other eastern European but a number that low hardly means that countries). And none of them but the Nether- mately successful campaign to persuade Norwegian marriage is strong. And as I Dutch citizens that marriage is not con- lands has gay marriage. So how could gay showed in ‘‘Unhealthy Half-Truths,’’ in Nor- marriage be the cause of higher out of wed- nected to parenthood and that marriage and way’s progay-marriage north, the numbers of cohabitation are equally valid ‘lifestyle lock birthrates in the Netherlands when Norwegian children actually living with comparable countries that don’t have gay choices’ has not had serious social con- their own married parents is now almost cer- sequences . . . marriage have similar rises? tainly at or below 50 percent. Gay marriage is not the only cause of ris- There are undoubtedly other factors that Of course, the fact that ‘‘most’’ cohabiting ing out-of-wedlock birthrates. I never said it have contributed to the decline of the insti- parents in Scandinavia eventually marry was and it doesn’t take a demographer to re- tution of marriage in our country. Further slides over the core point. A great many pa- alize that lots of factors contribute to scientific research is needed to establish the rental cohabiters break up before they ever husbandless women having babies. In fact relative importance of all these factors. At decide to marry—and they do so at rates two the out-of-wedlock birthrates that are rising the same time, we wish to note that enough to three times higher than married parents. so rapidly in the countries Badgett cites are evidence of marital decline already exists to So many cohabiting parents break up before rising for a distinct and clear reason. These raise serious concerns about the wisdom of they ever decide to marry that demographer nations are economically and culturally the efforts to deconstruct marriage in its Mai Heide Ottosen has said, ‘‘to be a child of modernizing. For good or ill, they are in- traditional form.’’ young [Danish] parents nowadays has be- creasingly adopting postmodern sexual You can read an interview with two of the come a risky affair.’’ mores, yet provide only limited access to letter’s signers here, and a front-page news Badgett cites a study showing that Amer- contraception and/or abortion. That jux- story about the letter in the Dutch paper, ican children spend even less time in total taposition of divergent and even contradic- Reformatorisch Dagblad, here. with their own married parents than Nor- tory family and sexual systems creates prob- UNDENIABLE DECLINE wegians. But that study’s Norwegian data lems. In Ireland, for example, sexual mores During last week’s Federal Marriage comes from the 1980s. Since then, America’s are loosening. Yet the Irish still tightly re- Amendment debate, many senators referred family disruptions have leveled off while strict contraception and abortion. That com- to the Dutch scholars’ statement, and to Norway’s have worsened. In any case, stag- bination has pushed out-of-wedlock birth- marital decline in Scandinavia and the Neth- ing a family-stability contest between Amer- rates way up. Something similar is happening in Lith- erlands. Of course, you probably haven’t ica and Scandinavia misses the point. Amer- uania, and in other eastern European coun- heard about that, because, for the most part, ican families are unstable because of our tries. In a recent study of contraceptive the American press has refused to report the high divorce rates and sky-high rates of availability in Europe, Erik Klijzing found story. underclass single parenting. The fact that that contraceptives were far less available in Even so, gay-marriage advocates are wor- our family system has weakened is precisely Lithuania and Bulgaria than in other Euro- ried. M. V. Lee Badgett, research director for the problem. America’s already significant pean countries. Some eastern European na- the Institute for Gay and Lesbian Strategic family vulnerabilities would be pushed be- tions have as little access to contraception Studies, has issued a new critique of my yond the breaking point if Scandinavian- as third-world countries. Curiously, of all work on Scandinavia and the Netherlands. In style parental cohabitation spread here. the countries Klijzing studied, only in Lith- ‘‘Unhealthy Half-Truths,’’ I refuted Today, more than ten percent of American uania do educated people have even less ac- Badgett’s first attack. Now she’s back. children are born to cohabiting parents. And cess to contraceptives than uneducated peo- Badgett’s critique of my work is long on sta- studies show that cohabiting parents in ple. That fits the model of a culturally mod- tistical tricks and short on engagement with America break up at a much higher rate ernizing population with loosening sexual my actual argument. than they already do in Scandinavia. So a mores, but poor access to contraception. The The bottom line is that neither Badgett spike in Scandinavian-style parental cohabi- result is soaring out of wedlock birthrates. nor anyone else has been able to get around tation in America would deal a major new (Some will use this to argue for more contra- the fact that marriage in both Scandinavia blow to our already vulnerable family sys- ception. Others will argue for abstinence and the Netherlands is in deep decline. In tem. education and a renewal of tradition. My Scandinavia, that decline began before same- Badgett ignores my points about the dif- point here is simply that, either way, sex registered partnerships were established, ferences between Norway’s socially liberal changes in sexual practices and attitudes but has continued apace ever since. In the north and it’s more conservative and reli- have consequences.) Netherlands, marital decline accelerated gious south. The parts of Norway where Badgett does list a country that doesn’t dramatically, in tandem with the growing same-sex unions are most accepted have by have limited contraception: Luxembourg. campaign for gay marriage. far the highest out-of-wedlock birthrates. But while Luxembourg’s out-of-wedlock The strategies for evading these hard That helps make my causal point. It also birthrate is rising, it’s moving up only about truths don’t work. Gay-marriage advocates helps explain why Norway’s out-of-wedlock half as fast as rates in Ireland, Lithuania, regularly cite steady or improving rates of birthrate is rising more slowly now—some- and the Netherlands. marriage and divorce in Scandinavian coun- thing Badgett makes much of. Rising Nor- Hungary is the only country that Badgett tries to prove that all is well. I’ve shown re- wegian out-of-wedlock births have hit a wall lists besides the Netherlands that has widely peatedly that these numbers are misleading. of resistance in the recalcitrant, religious available birth control but a rapidly rising Scandinavian marriage numbers are inflated south. rate of out-of-wedlock births. This does seem by remarriages among the large number of In any case, at very high levels, the out-of- to be related to greater cultural individ- divorced, for example. Scandinavian divorce wedlock birthrate has to rise more slowly. ualism. But another factor is the economic

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.268 E11PT1 E1914 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 stress that has hit eastern Europe as a whole CHARLOTTE SPARROW CHIAVETTA once they get there, the means and motivation since the collapse of Communism. Under MAKES HER MARK ON THE WORLD to excel. Communism, governments allotted good Again, Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to recog- apartments to married couples. In the post- HON. BOB ETHERIDGE nize the Coca-Cola Company as the recipient Communist era that incentive to marriage of the USHCC Corporation of the Year Award has disappeared. Large apartments are now OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and bring to light their outstanding efforts with- too expensive for many couples to afford in in the Hispanic community. stressed economic times. What used to be an Friday, October 8, 2004 incentive to marriage has turned into a dis- f Mr. ETHERIDGE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today incentive. Yet nothing of this sort is hap- CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4520, pening in Holland. to congratulate John Bryan and Rebekah Sparrow Chiavetta on the birth of their first AMERICAN JOBS CREATION ACT THE EVIDENCE IS CLEAR child, Charlotte Sparrow Chiavetta. Charlotte OF 2004 was born on Thursday, October 7, 2004, and So the real question raised by Badgett’s SPEECH OF comparison is why Holland should be vir- weighed 6 pounds and 13 ounces. Faye joins tually the only traditionally low out-of-wed- me in wishing John and Rebekah great happi- HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK lock birthrate country in which couples have ness during this very special time in their lives. OF CALIFORNIA easy access to birth control where out-of- As a father, I know the joy, pride, and ex- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES wedlock birthrates are now ‘‘soaring’’? I’m citement that parents experience upon the en- Thursday, October 7, 2004 grateful to Badgett for (inadvertently) draw- trance of their child into the world. Rep- ing this additional factor to my attention. resenting hope, goodness, and innocence, a Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in stri- Rather than weakening my point, it greatly newborn allows those around her to see the dent opposition to the conference report on strengthens it. It is clearer than ever that world through her eyes... as a new, fresh H.R. 4520, the so-called ‘‘Jobs Creation Act.’’ something very unusual is happening in the place with unending possibilities for the future. This bill does nothing to create jobs at home, Netherlands. Demographically, we have a Through a child, one is able to recognize and and actually provides incentives for corpora- kind of Dutch exceptionalism—and the key appreciate the full potential of the human race. tions to move jobs offshore. The conference difference is that the Dutch added gay mar- I know the Chiavettas look forward to the report is a $140 billion solution to a $57 billion riage to their precarious balance between so- changes and challenges that their new daugh- problem, and how the Republicans intend to cially liberal attitudes and traditional fam- ter will bring to their lives while taking pleasure pay for this solution is both a sham and a dis- ily practices. Gay marriage—not restricted in the many rewards they are sure to receive grace. contraception or the collapse of Com- Repealing the extraterritorial income, ETI, munism—upset that balance, with the result as they watch her grow. I welcome young Charlotte into the world regime is absolutely necessary to avoid retal- that the out-of-wedlock birthrate began to iatory duties imposed by the European Union. zoom. and wish John and Rebekah all the best as they raise her. This tax scheme was found to be illegal by the The decline of marriage in the Netherlands f World Trade Organization because it unfairly in tandem with the growing success of the advantaged U.S. corporations in the inter- Dutch movement for gay marriage is the COCA-COLA RECOGNITION national arena. Given that judgment, my pre- clearest example of gay marriage’s impact ferred approach was to simply repeal the tax on marital decline. Badgett does her best to and save $57 billion for America’s taxpayers. evade the problem by claiming that the in- HON. HENRY BONILLA crease in non-marital births began before OF TEXAS That’s what should have happened. But, Dutch registered partnerships took effect in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES even if one felt that the corporations shouldn’t be penalized for the WTO ruling, keeping early 1998. That is a weak argument, since an Friday, October 8, 2004 increase of two-percentage points in the out- them whole after the ETI repeal would cost of-wedlock birthrate for seven consecutive Mr. BONILLA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to $57 billion. Unfortunately my colleagues have years is rare. It was anything but inevitable commend the classic beverage producer, decided to go much further. They are replac- that a two-percent increase in non-marital Coca-Cola Company. Coca-Cola has been in- ing that illegal regime with $140 billion in un- births in 1997 would be followed by six con- volved in its community and our Nation since necessary corporate tax cuts and extraneous secutive increases at the same level. In any the founding of the company. Through involve- provisions that have no business in this bill. case, the final vote to establish registered ment in programs such as ‘‘Reading is Funda- This bill isn’t only loaded with expensive, partnerships took place in 1997. mental’’ and the U Promise Program, they unnecessary tax breaks, it then goes so far as But the deeper point is that the meaning of have continually served the public. This history to induce U.S. companies to move even more traditional marriage was transformed every of public service was recently recognized jobs overseas through its bizarre tax incentive bit as much by the decade-long national when the Coca-Cola Company was awarded structure. During this jobless economic recov- movement for gay marriage in Holland as by the United States Hispanic Chamber of Com- ery, we cannot afford to give corporations eventual legal success. That’s why the im- merce, USHCC, Corporation of the Year even more incentive to ship jobs offshore. But, pact of gay marriage on declining Dutch Award at the 25’’ Annual National Convention I guess this is consistent with the Bush admin- marriage rates and rising out-of-wedlock and Business Expo in Austin, TX. istration and Republican belief that birthrates begins well before the actual legal As the company’s promise states, ‘‘The outsourcing jobs is good for America. I dis- changes were instituted. The recent state- Coca-Cola Company exists to benefit and re- agree. ment by five Dutch scholars takes exactly fresh everyone it touches.’’ Such a recognition This bill also gives U.S. companies a tax that position. of the Coca-Cola Company by USHCC only break on the profits they have previously Badgett has no trouble accepting the idea reinforces the commitment Coca-Cola has made by shipping jobs offshore. In fact, cor- that gay marriage might be an effect of an made to make their promise come true. porations are temporarily allowed to repatriate increasing cultural separation between mar- The Coca-Cola Company strives to reach foreign profits at a rate of 5.25 percent. Why riage and parenthood. But how could gay out to the Hispanic community through a vari- would we ever give companies a tax holiday marriage be a product of this cultural trend ety of programs. These programs primarily so they can line the pockets of executives and without also locking in and reinforcing that focus on education, which Coca-Cola believes investors? That doesn’t create jobs, it just same cultural stance? I’ve offered abundant cultural evidence that the message conveyed is a ‘‘powerful force in improving the quality of breeds more corporate greed. by gay marriage does in fact reinforce ac- life and creating opportunity for people and The Republicans will claim that this bill is ceptance of parental cohabitation. their families around the world.’’ Of close to 30 fiscally responsible because it is paid for. In programs, three—the Art of Harmony, the reality the $80 billion in closed loopholes and The Dutch scholars are right. Many factors Coca-Cola First Generation Scholarship Pro- other revenue raisers are just a pipe dream. are in play in European marital decline, and more research is needed to separate out the gram, and the Coca-Cola Valued Youth Pro- Two of the biggest revenue raisers in the bill relative importance of the various factors. gram—stand out in exemplifying the com- make it much harder for individuals to take the But continued marital decline in Scan- pany’s determination and willingness to ‘‘ben- charitable deduction for donating property to dinavia and the Netherlands has already pro- efit and refresh.’’ Through programs such as non-profit organizations. I thought this was a vided us with enough evidence to call the these, Coca-Cola has encouraged students corporate tax bill. I guess the Republicans wisdom of same-sex marriage into serious who may not have a family history of going to think it is OK to raise taxes on charitable indi- doubt. college, or the financial stability to succeed viduals so that billion-dollar corporations can

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00048 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.272 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1915 have a little more money for their multimillion sive semi-final victory. They demonstrated In addition to the tanker trucks, ITE unveiled dollar executive salaries. great sportsmanship before a national audi- its new monster pickup, the CXT, last month The most egregious portion of this legisla- ence, representing competitive values that at its factory in Garland. The CXT is the tion is a $10.1 billion buyout for the tobacco make Kentucky proud. world’s largest production pickup, weighing a industry, most of which would line the pockets The hours of extra practice under the lead- whopping 14,500 pounds and being able to of large tobacco manufacturers like Phillip ership of Coach Vic Evans, brought this im- tow 20 tons. The CXT definitely brings new Morris. The tobacco buyout is nothing more pressive distinction to the State of Kentucky meaning to the phrase ‘‘everything is bigger in than an election year bribe to enlist southern and city of Owensboro. I want my colleagues Texas.’’ Democrats’ votes on a bill they would other- in the House of Representatives to know of Many would say that International Truck and wise be unlikely to support. Instead of using the pride that I have in representing these ath- Engine is raising the bar among vehicle manu- this opportunity to include the Senate provi- letes and their families. facturers. That’s because they are. sion to allow the FDA to regulate tobacco, Re- I would like to commend the Owensboro publicans have decided to give a huge windfall Southern for their magnificent season—an ef- ITE provides a great service to the people to the tobacco industry, while doing nothing to fort that epitomized team work, sportsmanship, of this country and to the people of Iraq. Con- reduce tobacco production and improve public and persistence. I ask my colleagues in the gratulations again, and thank you, to Inter- health. That is just plain wrong. U.S. House of Representatives to join me in national Truck and Engine and the people of Finally, the Republicans have once again congratulating these young athletes for their Garland, TX. thwarted the democratic process by bringing a achievement and wish them continued suc- partisan 650 page bill with 617 pages of ex- cess in seasons to come. f planation up for a vote only hours after it was f TAIWAN NATIONAL DAY released. Are the Republicans afraid of what we might find if they actually gave us time to ON THE OCCASION OF TAIWAN’S read and study the bill? I guess they just don’t NATIONAL DAY HON. MELVIN L. WATT want to give us the time to make the public aware of the special interest giveaways loaded HON. G.K. BUTTERFIELD OF NORTH CAROLINA in their bill—covering everything from tackle OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES boxes to sonar device industries. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, October 8, 2004 This so-called American Jobs Creation Act Friday, October 8, 2004 does not create jobs. Instead, it creates new Mr. WATT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- incentives for U.S. corporations to send jobs Mr. BUTTERFIELD. Mr. Speaker, the Re- ognize and congratulate Taiwan on its forth- overseas. The conference report is a $140 bil- public of China (Taiwan) will be celebrating its coming National Day, October 10, 2004. lion solution to a $57 billion problem. Regard- National Day this October 10. I join my col- less of what my Republican colleagues say leagues in wishing our friends in the Republic In recent years, Taiwan has impressed the today, it will never be fully paid for. The extra- of China (Taiwan) a very happy National Day. world with its economic and political accom- neous provisions in this bill are mere gifts to Taiwan is an ally of the United States and plishments. It is the world’s 17th largest econ- big corporate donors and bribes to buy maintains strong relations with the United omy, with the world’s 15th largest trade vol- enough Democratic votes to pass the bill. This States. ume. Clearly, in this time of global economic bill a disgrace to the American people and our I hope that our friendship with Taiwan will interdependence, Taiwan has much to offer tax code. Republicans should be hanging their continue to grow in the months and years the world. heads in shame—but Republicans have no ahead. I also hope that Taiwan will be able to I commend President Chen Shui-bain of shame, as this bill clearly shows. I strongly return to a number of important international Taiwan on his efforts to seek greater recogni- urge all my colleagues to vote against the organizations such as the United Nations and tion for his country in the world. President conference report for H.R. 4520. the World Health Organization in the very near Chen has also committed Taiwan’s resources f future. Taiwan is too important a country to be to combating global terrorism and Taiwan is a ignored by the international community. valued partner of the United States in this ef- PERSONAL EXPLANATION I also wish to take this opportunity to wel- fort. come Taiwan’s new ambassador, Dr. David Lee, to Washington. He will do an excellent Congratulations to the people of Taiwan on HON. PATRICK J. KENNEDY their National Day. OF RHODE ISLAND job representing his government and his peo- ple. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f f Friday, October 8, 2004 TRIBUTE TO HENRY JACKSON Mr. KENNEDY of Rhode Island. Mr. Speak- CONGRATULATIONS TO INTER- er, on the evening of October 4, I was delayed NATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE: and missed rollcall votes 487, 488, 489. I re- PROVIDING TRUCKS TO HELP SE- HON. DUNCAN HUNTER spectfully request the opportunity to record my CURE A FREE IRAQ position on rollcall votes 487, 488, 489. It was OF CALIFORNIA my intention to vote: ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall 487; HON. SAM JOHNSON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall 488; and ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall OF TEXAS 489. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, October 8, 2004 f Friday, October 8, 2004 Mr. HUNTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HONORING OWENSBORO SOUTHERN Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, honor Henry Jackson, my friend and fellow LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL congratulations are in order for International paratrooper in the 173rd Airborne Brigade, Truck and Engine of Garland, TX. Our forces who passed away last month due to cancer at HON. RON LEWIS in Iraq will soon be using 270 of International the young age of 66. Henry was the consum- mate soldier and retired from the United OF KENTUCKY Truck and Engine’s tanker trucks. States Army after achieving the rank of E–7. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES It is an honor and a privilege to represent the numerous employees at International Even after retirement, he continued to serve Friday, October 8, 2004 Truck and Engine who helped build these his country, working as a civilian security offi- Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I rise trucks that will soon be helping our troops. cer on the Naval base near his home in New today to recognize the Owensboro Southern In Iraq, these trucks will be outfitted to Orleans. Little League Baseball Team for their remark- transport water across the country, providing a He was immensely proud of his family and able season and recent participation in the Lit- valuable resource for not only our troops on had five sons who followed his footsteps by tle League Championship Tournament in Wil- the ground, but for the Iraqi people. With the serving in the military. Henry died with dignity liamsport, PA. Owensboro Southern came addition of these 270 trucks to our forces, in the Veterans Hospital on July 6, 2004. He within one strike from advancing to the Little Iraq’s infrastructure will be stronger and more leaves behind a beautiful family as well as his League World Series, finishing with an impres- efficient. legacy that will help keep our country strong.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.275 E11PT1 E1916 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 TRIBUTE TO SIDNEY TOOL AND given responsibility for several key strategic Taiwan is one of our largest trading partners DIE ON ITS 50TH ANNIVERSARY and doctrinal documents. He helped write the and is a valued ally and friend. I wish the Tai- initial national military strategy on counter-pro- wanese people well as they celebrate their HON. MICHAEL G. OXLEY liferation in 1994, and wrote the capstone joint National Day, and I am hopeful that the U.S.- OF OHIO doctrine for services and combatant com- Taiwanese relationship will continue to de- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES manders on troop welfare issues and casualty velop well into the future. Taiwan is truly a reporting in 1997. success story for democracy in Asia and Friday, October 8, 2004 Colonel Dapson was not to be kept long out around the world. Mr. OXLEY. Mr. Speaker, I stand before you of the cockpit. Once again, in 1998, his rep- today to commend Sidney Tool and Die on its utation resulted in his selection for one of the f 50th anniversary. Under the ownership of most competitive billets in the Marine Corps, RECOGNIZING THE ACCOMPLISH- Sargeant and Bensman families, Sidney Tool command of an operational squadron. Colonel MENTS OF MR. LORON HODGE and Die has been a distinguished corporate Dapson commanded HMM–268, a CH–46 citizen in the Sidney community since 1954. It squadron based at Camp Pendleton, Cali- has demonstrated its commitment to its cus- fornia. His record was again one of meticulous HON. CALVIN M. DOOLEY tomers by developing state-of-the-art tooling attention to detail, combined with compas- OF CALIFORNIA and assembly equipment and speciality ma- sionate concern for the Marines who served IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES chines for rubber and plastic product manufac- under him; exactly the right mix for the inher- Friday, October 8, 2004 turers. It takes exceptional leadership to main- ently dangerous business of flying military air- tain a business that prides itself on high qual- craft. Mr. DOOLEY of California. Mr. Speaker, I ity products, hardworking employees and su- For the last three years, Colonel Dapson rise today to recognize the accomplishments perior customer service. has been instrumental in enhancing commu- of Mr. Loron Hodge, the Executive Director of Sidney Tool and Die has also given so nication and understanding between the Ma- the Kern County Farm Bureau. Mr. Hodge will much back to the community whose name it rine Corps and the Congress. As the Marine be retiring this fall after 25 years of advocating bears. Its owner, employees, retirees, and Corps Liaison to the House and Senate on behalf of the agricultural community in Kern their families can be rightfully proud of this an- Armed Services Committees, he has worked County. niversary. Ohio is rightfully proud of its indus- tirelessly alongside the Professional Staff of Loron Hodge was born in Arkansas in 1939, trial base, and businesses like Sidney Tool both Committees to ensure they had the best where he lived until his father accepted a job and Die help to keep this tradition strong. possible information on which to base re- as a foreman on a ranch in Tulare County, California. It was here that Mr. Hodge first f source allocation and legislative recommenda- tions. From coordinating visits to the Hill by learned about farming by working on a family HONORING COLONEL MATTHEW Marine Corps subject matter experts, to trav- farm with his brother. After working in the DAPSON, USMC eling the globe with Members and Staff, Colo- Central Valley’s agricultural economy, Mr. nel Dapson always put in whatever extra effort Hodge worked in sales in Porterville, California HON. CURT WELDON was necessary to make things go smoothly, until 1970. In 1970, Mr. Hodge moved from Porterville to accept a job as the Assistant OF PENNSYLVANIA and to gain access to crucial pieces of infor- Manager at the Bakersfield Chamber of Com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mation. merce. Shortly thereafter, Mr. Hodge was pro- Friday, October 8, 2004 Twenty-six years is a long time to serve, and to put others first. Colonel Dapson is to moted to Manager of the Chamber of Com- Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania, Mr. Speaker, be commended for the legacy he has left be- merce. I rise today to honor a man who has served hind, and all those whose lives he has en- In 1979, Mr. Hodge became the Executive his country proudly for over 26 years. Colonel riched along the way. I hope all Members, es- Director of the Kern County Farm Bureau. Matthew Dapson, United States Marine Corps, pecially those who serve on the Armed Serv- Since that time, his hard work and dedication is a native of Pittsfield, Massachusetts, and a ices Committees, will join me in saying, have made him a valuable advocate for farm- 1978 graduate of Rider University in ‘‘Thanks, Matt,’’ and in wishing this fine Amer- ers and ranchers in Kern County, California. In Lawrenceville, New Jersey. ican fighting man much success in the future. his 25 years as Executive Director, Mr. Hodge After graduating from Rider with a Bach- made many contributions that improved the f elor’s degree in finance, Colonel Dapson Farm Bureau’s operations and expanded its chose to serve his country as one of the few COMMEMORATING THE REPUBLIC activities. Mr. Hodge played a vital role in the and the proud, a United States Marine. He en- OF CHINA ON TAIWAN ON ITS acquisition of the former Chamber of Com- rolled in Officer Candidate School at Quantico, NATIONAL DAY merce building, which is now the current home Virginia, and was commissioned a 2nd Lieu- of the Kern County Farm Bureau. In addition tenant on the 203rd birthday of the Marine HON. JOHN LINDER to helping to improve the infrastructure of the Corps, November 10th, 1978. OF GEORGIA Farm Bureau, Mr. Hodge helped to expand Upon completion of the Basic School at IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Farm Bureau’s agricultural education pro- Quantico, Colonel Dapson was ordered to grams, including Farm Day in the City and the Pensacola, Florida for pilot training. He ex- Friday, October 8, 2004 Teacher’s Ag Seminar, which educates stu- celled at Pensacola, reached his goal of be- Mr. LINDER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to dents and teachers throughout Kern County coming a Naval Aviator, and was given the pay tribute to the people of the Republic of and America about the importance of the agri- opportunity to fly the CH–46 helicopter. Colo- China on Taiwan on the occasion of its forth- culture industry. As a result of his hard work, nel Dapson’s reputation as a pilot, and as a coming National Day. This day commemorates the Farm Bureau’s membership reached an Marine were such that he was subsequently the Wuchang Uprising on October 10, 1911, all-time high in 2001. invited to serve as an aviation instructor. which led to the downfall of the Qing dynasty In addition to his role on the Kern County Throughout his career, he emphasized the and the establishment of the Republic of Farm Bureau, Mr. Hodge is a manager of the importance of attention to detail in all endeav- China on January 1, 1912. The day is cele- Water Association of Kern County and mem- ors. It is no small feat that Colonel Dapson brated in Taiwan with parades, festivities, and ber of the Kern Taxpayers Association, the flew for over 18 years without a mishap, fireworks displays throughout the island. San Joaquin Valley Unified Air Pollution Con- amassing over 3,000 hours of flight time. This Over the past 93 years, Taiwan has increas- trol District and the Committee of Industries. In is even more impressive when one considers ingly become more democratic. Its 2004 presi- the past, Mr. Hodge has served on the boards the age of the CH–46 aircraft. This is a testi- dential election is a testament to this fact. of the Kern Historical Society, Project Clean mony to Colonel Dapson and to those many More than 80 percent of eligible Taiwan voters Air and is former secretary of the Coalition to fine Marines who put in the long hours to en- turned out to participate in a free and fair se- Protect Private Property Rights. sure his helicopter brought him and his crew lection of the next Taiwanese President. This Mr. Speaker, I ask that you and my distin- home safely. commitment to democracy is consistent with guished colleagues join me in thanking Mr. Having established himself as one who the deeply-held values of the American peo- Loron Hodge for his dedicated service to the demonstrated extraordinary diligence, Colonel ple. San Joaquin Valley and wishing him well upon Dapson was assigned to the Joint Staff at the The alliance between the people of Taiwan his retirement from the Kern County Farm Bu- Pentagon for three years. While there, he was and the United States is of great importance. reau.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00050 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.283 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1917 CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4520, identification documents, those who wish to Perchlorate groundwater contamination, AMERICAN JOBS CREATION ACT harm us can use false identities to evade de- combined with drought or other conditions, OF 2004 tection or use false identities to enter secure highlights the need for these water conserva- spaces, such as airplanes or nuclear facilities. tion projects. SPEECH OF H.R. 10 would regulate which forms of identi- The combination of perchlorate and drought HON. MARY BONO fication can be accepted as proof of identity by caused my hometown, Rialto, California, to Federal officials—a reform I have long fought declare 2 water emergencies in one year. OF CALIFORNIA for—so that non-secure foreign IDs cannot be With 15 wells in 3 towns in my district being IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES utilized by terrorists or violent criminals wish- shut down because of perchlorate, serving Thursday, October 7, 2004 ing to evade the law or enter secure spaces clean water has become difficult. Mrs. BONO. Mr. Speaker, I appreciate this undetected. Importantly, it would also set CALFED also provides the means to re- opportunity to reiterate my position regarding standards for states to ensure state driver’s li- spond to rapid population growth. charitable donations of automobiles. I believe censes and state identification cards are se- With a growing population, there is a grow- that the language of the conference report will cure. ing need for more water delivery and storage. have serious ramifications, burdening chari- I take particular pride of authorship in the California has a population of 36 million, table organizations and precluding taxpayers provisions that would set immigrant identifica- and expects to increase to 50 million in the from donating their used automobiles to said tion standards, expand pre-inspection efforts year 2020. organizations. The Conference Committee at foreign airports, reform the designation We know we cannot rely solely only on the chose to adopt the Senate proposal, which re- process for foreign terrorist organizations, in- Colorado River anymore for water use—we quires donors to wait until the vehicle is sold crease penalties for identification fraud and for have no choice. and then deduct only the amount of the sale. false claims of citizenship, and support cre- We know we cannot wait until California This is burdensome not only to the donor but ation of a unified system for transliteration of reaches a water crisis to pass CALFED legis- also to the charity. names into the roman alphabet. I am pleased lation. Prior to enactment of this legislation, those that these initiatives have become part of this H.R. 2828 is a must for California. who donate their cars can deduct amounts landmark legislation. I urge my colleagues to support CALFED based on fair market value. An appraisal is Each of the Title III, ‘‘Border Security and and allow California the clean and reliable needed only for cars valued above $5,000. I Terrorist Travel,’’ provisions are essential to water sources it needs. believe that this is the most judicious manner the national security and should be retained in of treating vehicle donations and it is my con- their current form. Therefore, I urge a ‘‘no’’ f tention that by altering this provision, Con- vote on the Menendez substitute amendment. CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4520, gress will be placing unreasonable new bur- f AMERICAN JOBS CREATION ACT dens on taxpayers, discouraging charitable do- WATER SUPPLY, RELIABILITY, OF 2004 nations, and hindering charitable organizations AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPROVE- from providing much-needed benefits to their MENT ACT SPEECH OF recipients. HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO f SPEECH OF OF ILLINOIS 9/11 RECOMMENDATIONS HON. JOE BACA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF CALIFORNIA IMPLEMENTATION ACT Thursday, October 7, 2004 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEECH OF Wednesday, October 6, 2004 Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in opposition to H.R. 4520, the American Jobs HON. ELTON GALLEGLY Mr. BACA. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong sup- Creation Act. OF CALIFORNIA port of H.R. 2828, the Water Supply Reliability I believe that this bill does some good IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Environmental Improvement Act, also things. It repeals the Extraterritorial Income Thursday, October 7, 2004 known as CALFED. (ETI) program that was causing significant I am a proud co-sponsor of this legislation. sanctions to be placed on a wide range of The House in Committee of the Whole After 10 years of hard work and endless ne- U.S. products and was hurting our world-wide House on the State of the Union had under gotiations, we present the final CALFED prod- consideration the bill (H.R. 10) to provide for trade efforts. uct to Congress. In addition, I strongly support the ethanol reform of the intelligence community, ter- The California delegation has proven our rorism prevention and prosecution, border provisions that were included in the bill. This commitment to the people of California that security, and international cooperation and bill extends the ethanol tax credit, which is vi- they are ensured a reliable water supply. coordination, and for other purposes: tally important to our Illinois farmers, through I want to congratulate Senator FEINSTEIN Mr. GALLEGLY. Mr. Chairman, I move to 2010. It creates a $1/gallon tax credit for and Chairman POMBO for completing a top pri- agribiodiesel and a 50c¢ tax-credit for bio- strike the last word. I rise in opposition to the ority for California. Their hard work is much diesel through 2006, and it ensures that the amendment proposed by the gentleman from appreciated. credits for ethanol do not impact the Highway New Jersey. I would also like to thank Chairman KEN Trust Fund. The substitute offered by the gentleman CALVERT and Ranking Member GRACE However, I cannot support this bill because from New Jersey lacks or waters down many NAPOLITANO of the Water & Power Sub- of the important provisions recommended by committee for their hard work on CALFED as I believe it will provide more incentives to the 9/11 Commission and included in H.R. 10 well. multi-national companies to ship jobs over- in its current form. CALFED is the link needed to ensure the seas, rather than keep them here, where Border security is essential to national secu- quantity and quality of water in California. American workers need them most. This bill rity. The 9/11 Commission recognized this And it is crucial to the future of my home includes 24 provisions that encourage ship- truth. H.R. 10, in its current form, does justice state of California. ping jobs overseas and provides $36 billion in to the 9/11 recommendations by proposing Without out clean water, or enough water, additional tax benefits for offshore operations reasonable, meaningful immigration reforms to there can be no development of jobs or hous- of U.S. corporations. shore up border and travel security. These ing. I also am concerned that this bill did not in- provisions would speed up implementation of And without clean water, my children and clude language that would make tobacco our entry and exit tracking system and in- grandchildren, or any child, cannot enjoy nor- products subject to FDA regulations, a con- crease the number of border patrol officers. mal, healthy lives. cept that had strong bipartisan support, while Another provision would help ‘‘push out the I sincerely believe CALFED will become a including some special interest tax-breaks that border’’ by expanding the program for pre- blueprint for water plans in other areas of the are not germane to this bill. screening passengers before they can embark country. Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join to the United States to additional countries. CALFED increases the amount of water me in voting no on this legislation in order to The 9/11 Commission also stressed the im- conservation, recycling and desalination send it back to the Conference Committee to portance of secure identity. The 9/11 Commis- projects. This will help ease the burden that address the critical problem of outsourcing sion makes clear that without the regulation of perchlorate has placed on our water supplies. American jobs.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00051 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.288 E11PT1 E1918 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 CONGRATULATING THE PEOPLE Trade Organization (WTO) to authorize tariffs CRS SPECIALIST PAUL S. OF TAIWAN ON THEIR NATIONAL against American goods. Rather than using RUNDQUIST HONORED BY THE DAY this bill to bring the United States back into POLISH PARLIAMENT compliance with the WTO, it’s become a HON. JIM McDERMOTT Christmas tree for pet projects all over the HON. JOHN B. LARSON OF WASHINGTON country. Included in this legislation are hand- OF CONNECTICUT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES outs for tobacco growers, tackle box manufac- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, October 8, 2004 turers, bow and arrow manufacturers, import- Friday, October 8, 2004 ers of ceiling fans, and even NASCAR race Mr. LARSON of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, I Mr. MCDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, Taiwan will tracks. be celebrating its National Day on October 10, want to call the attention of my colleagues to 2004. On this happy occasion, I join my con- What’s worse is that this legislation does the invaluable service and support we receive stituents in wishing Taiwan the best in its en- nothing to protect jobs here at home. Instead, every day from the knowledge, experience, deavors. it encourages them to be out-sourced. Despite and hard work of the Congressional Research This past September I had the opportunity the fact that we’ve lost 1.7 million jobs since Service—CRS. This dedicated team of policy to meet with Taiwan President Chen Shui-bian this Administration took office, the Conference analysts, administrators, and support staff pro- in Seattle. He was returning to Taiwan from a Report includes 24 separate provisions that vides us with information services and policy trip to Central America. I was impressed by actually encourage shipping more of our jobs analysis that is accurate, timely, and impec- his sincerity in seeking an early dialogue with overseas at a cost of $42 billion. The Senate- cably balanced and nonpartisan. China and maintaining peace and stability in passed version of this bill included a provision The Congress, and this people’s House, are the Taiwan Strait. Mr. Speaker, peace in the that would have closed offshore tax shelters not the only beneficiaries of CRS’s expertise. Taiwan Strait is vital to the political develop- established for the sole purpose of avoiding At times over the years, we have authorized ment and economic prosperity in the Asia-Pa- U.S. taxes. This Conference Report re-opens CRS to provide temporary support for the par- cific region as a whole. them, leaving the American taxpayer to foot liaments of several nations as they worked to join the ranks of the world’s democracies. In In past years, Taiwan and the United States the bill. have been friends and allies. In times of tur- the 1960s and 70s, Congress authorized ex- moil, both have come to each other’s aid. I ap- I urge my colleagues on both sides of the change programs between CRS and the Japa- preciate Taiwan’s efforts and actions to protect aisle to oppose this legislation. It is not the nese and German national legislatures that U.S. citizens in Taiwan after 9/11 and Tai- right prescription for what ails us. helped them establish professional parliamen- wan’s cooperation with U.S. intelligence agen- tary research departments that are the envy of cies in combating global terrorist activities. I f their neighbors. More recently, in the early am also aware of Taiwan’s support for the re- 1990s, as the dawn of freedom broke over the construction of Iraq and Afghanistan. Taiwan CONGRATULATING TOBY GASS nations of Eastern Europe, the Speaker’s Task is our friend and deserves our support. Force on Parliamentary Reform in Eastern Eu- The future of Taiwan-U.S. relations is bright- rope provided invaluable expertise and per- er than ever. With the appointment of Dr. HON. C. L. ‘‘BUTCH’’ OTTER spective to the newly emerging free par- David Lee as Taiwan’s chief representative in OF IDAHO liaments of these nations. the United States, I look forward to working Mr. Speaker, the seed was sown, and today closely with Dr. Lee on issues of mutual im- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES we see the inspiring results, as Poland, the portance. Friday, October 8, 2004 Czech Republic, Hungary, Slovenia, and other Congratulations to Taiwan President Chen countries have joined the family of democratic Shui-bian and the people of Taiwan on their Mr. OTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ac- nations. CRS provided vital assistance in this National Day. knowledge the academic achievement and effort, and today, I am pleased to note that f great promise of graduate student Toby Gass, one of our own, CRS Specialist Paul S. who is studying Forest Resources at the Uni- Rundquist, has been honored by the Republic CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4520, versity of Idaho. of Poland for his work with the Sejm THE AMERICAN JOBS CREATION (‘‘SAYM’’), the Polish Parliament: he has been ACT OF 2004 Toby is being honored by the U.S. Environ- awarded the Knight’s Cross of the Order of mental Protection Agency as recipient of a Merit of the Republic of Poland. SPEECH OF prestigious Science To Achieve Results, or Mr. Speaker, when I was first appointed to HON. ANNA G. ESHOO STAR fellowship, through the EPA’s Greater the position of Ranking Minority Member of Research Opportunities program. OF CALIFORNIA the House Administration Committee by IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES She is only the second Idaho student ever Democratic Leader Pelosi, I called CRS for in- formation about internal House operations and Thursday, October 7, 2004 to win such an award, and the first since 1999. Only 22 graduate students nationwide organization. Dr. Rundquist was the first per- Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great are receiving STAR–GRO fellowships for son to respond, and he demonstrated why disappointment that I rise in opposition to this 2004, and I am extremely proud that one of CRS is held in such high regard—he was Conference Report. I opposed the House them is from Idaho’s 1st District. prompt, thorough, and professional. Later, version of this bill in June and hoped that what when I needed information on congressional would come out of the Conference Committee The EPA’s STAR graduate fellowship pro- continuity, Dr. Rundquist was again there with would be an improvement. Instead, what we gram is the only federal program exclusively the needed research and information. I’m cer- see before us is much worse. for students pursuing advanced degrees in en- tainly glad Dr. Rundquist has remained a Con- I wish I could support this legislation be- vironmental sciences. It is highly competitive, gressional asset all these years, and I hope cause it does contain some worthwhile re- with only 7 percent of applicants being award- he stays on for many years to come. forms that will benefit the economy and elimi- ed fellowships. Dr. Rundquist is a son of Illinois; born in nate harmful tariffs. Some of the provisions in- Toby and the other STAR fellowship recipi- Chicago, he holds a Bachelor’s degr from Loy- cluded in this legislation would greatly benefit ents clearly are the best and brightest of ola University, and an M.A. and Ph.D. from businesses within my district. I strongly sup- America’s future environmental scientists. the University of Chicago. Appointed to the port the inclusion of incentives for corporations These brilliant men and women will lead the staff of CRS in 1974, he is a nationally re- to repatriate their overseas profits which would way to unimaginable advances in more effi- nowned expert on legislative procedure, the stimulate the investment of hundreds of mil- structure, organization, and functions of the ciently managing our natural resources and lions of dollars in our domestic economy and, United States Congress, and congressional protecting human health and safety. in fact, worked hard to get this provision in the history. One of several CRS analysts assigned bill. I cannot support a $140 billion grab-bag of Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratu- to assist the Speaker’s Task Force from 1990 special interest handouts to solve a $4 billion lating Toby Gass and all the STAR–GRO fel- to 1994, Dr. Rundquist has continued to pro- problem. lowship winners for their achievement, and vide invaluable assistance to the members We had a simple job to do: to repeal the thank them for their groundbreaking work, and staff of the Polish Parliament, while main- current export subsidy that led the World from which we all will benefit. taining the full schedule of his duties at CRS.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.292 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1919 He gave generously of his knowledge and per- yet supportive atmosphere for children in works every day to prevent and reduce suf- spective, providing information and analysis to Noogieland, all designed to channel strength, fering from this devastating birth defect. the Sejm as it developed the institutions, poli- hope and solidarity to all participants. The SBAA was founded in 1973 to address cies, and procedures so necessary to a vital, The current membership of the Club is the needs of the individuals and families af- democratic national legislature. During several 3,615, and the Club has now passed the mile- fected by this disease and is currently the only missions to Poland, he advised on the estab- stone of 100,000 member visits. An organiza- national organization solely dedicated to advo- lishment of parliamentary rules and proce- tion with a resolute mission, a compassionate cating on behalf of the Spina Bifida commu- dures, committee structure and function, and heart, and an intrinsic sense of humor, Gilda’s nity. As part of its service through almost 60 support services to members, committees, and Club is a valued asset to the New York com- chapters in more than 125 communities party organizations. munity. Testimonials, such as that of one across the country, the SBAA puts expecting In 1996, Dr. Rundquist was appointed a Ful- member who said that ‘‘this club has shined parents in touch with families who have a child bright Professor of Politics at Warsaw Univer- light and hope into some of the darkest cor- with Spina Bifida. These families answer ques- sity, and also served as a visiting professor at ners of my life,’’ coupled with the growing tions and concerns and help guide expecting the Jagiellonian University in Cracow. During membership numbers are a clear indication of parents. The SBAA then works to provide life- the following two years, he lectured widely and the Club’s magnificent achievements. I am de- long support and assistance for affected chil- continued to provide support and analysis for lighted to wish Gilda’s Club a joyous and dren and their families. the Polish Parliament and its members, pro- memorable 10th anniversary celebration, and Together the SBAA and the West Michigan viding informal assistance to the Sejm as it to convey my sincere wishes for a thriving and Spina Bifida Association, the Spina Bifida As- drafted a new constitution, and even advice on prosperous second decade. sociation of Southeastern Michigan, the Spina the official translation of the new constitution f Bifida Association of Upper Michigan, and the into English. Southwest Michigan Spina Bifida & Hydro- His service to the United States Congress CONGRATULATING DR. LINDA cephalus Association work tirelessly to help has continued uninterrupted throughout this BUCK families meet the challenges and enjoy the re- period. His recent projects and publications wards of raising their child. I would like to ac- have included authoritative studies on guaran- HON. JIM McDERMOTT knowledge and thank SBAA and these local teeing the continuity of Congress, especially OF WASHINGTON Spina Bifida organizations in Michigan for all the House of Representatives, in the event of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that they have done for the families affected terrorist attacks, and ground-breaking analysis by this birth defect, especially those living in Friday, October 8, 2004 of the Senate power sharing agreement of my state. 2001–2002. MR. MCDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, we marvel Spina Bifida is a neural tube defect that oc- Accompanied by his wife, Ellen, and CRS at the wonders the Hubble Space Telescope curs when the central nervous system does colleagues and friends of many years, Dr. has brought us. We gaze in amazement at the not properly close during the early stages of Rundquist was awarded the Order of Merit at images beamed back from a rover on Mars. pregnancy. Over 1,500 babies are born with a ceremony held at the Polish Embassy on As astonishing and inspiring as these discov- Spina Bifida each year. There are three dif- September 29. 1 extend my sincere congratu- eries are, sometimes you don’t have to go ferent forms of Spina Bifida with the most se- lations to this dedicated servant of Congress very far for a major discovery. vere being Myelomeningocele Spina Bifida, and the American people for his many distin- In fact, sometimes the wonder is as close which causes nerve damage and severe dis- guished accomplishments. as the nose on your face. We learned that abilities. This severe form of Spina Bifida is di- f earlier this week with the announcement that agnosed in 96 percent of children born with Dr. Linda Buck from the Fred Hutchinson Can- this condition. Between 70 to 90 percent of the IN HONOR OF GILDA’S CLUB OF cer Research Center had won a Nobel Prize children born with Spina Bifida are at risk of NEW YORK CITY in Medicine. Dr. Buck and Dr. Richard Axel of mental retardation when spinal fluid collects Columbia University will share a Nobel for around the brain. HON. JERROLD NADLER their pioneering research on the sense of The exact cause of Spina Bifida is not OF NEW YORK smell. known, but researchers have concluded that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The more we learn about the human body, women of childbearing age who take daily folic the more amazing we know the human body acid supplements reduce their chances of hav- Friday, October 8, 2004 is. ing a Spina Bifida pregnancy by up to 75 per- Mr. NADLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to On behalf of the people in the 7th Congres- cent. Progress has been made in educating pay tribute to Gilda’s Club of New York City, sional District, I want to congratulate Dr. Buck. women on the importance of consuming folic on the occasion of its 10th anniversary. In This is the third time that the Fred Hutch- acid supplements and maintaining diets rich in 1995, Gilda’s Club opened its doors in honor inson Cancer Research Center has been folic acid. Recent data from the Centers for of the late Gilda Radner. While most well- home to a Nobel laureate. That is an extraor- Disease Control shows an increase in con- known for her work as a comedienne, dinary achievement in and of itself. sumption of vitamins with folic acid by 8 per- Radner’s legacy carries on in the Club be- This is a proud moment for Seattle, Fred cent over 2003. Since the Food and Drug Ad- cause of her wish that people living with can- Hutch and our distinguished research scientist. ministration decision to fortify enriched grains cer, as she did so bravely, would find a com- Thank you Dr. Buck for an individual with folic acid, CDC has documented a 26 munity with which to talk and seek comfort achievement that we can all share. percent decline in these birth defects. while fighting the disease. A festive gala, f Although this is good news, we will still have ‘‘Celebrating Gilda,’’ will be held on November babies born with Spina Bifida who need inten- 4th to mark the success and progress of OCTOBER IS NATIONAL SPINA sive care and families that need guidance and Gilda’s Club over the past ten years. BIFIDA AWARENESS MONTH support in caring for and raising these chil- Gilda’s Club, a non-profit organization with dren. The result of this neural tube defect is both of its branches located in my Congres- HON. BART STUPAK that most babies suffer from a host of phys- sional district, was founded upon the premise OF MICHIGAN ical, psychological, and educational chal- that ‘‘when cancer happens, it happens to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lenges, including paralysis, developmental entire family,’’ a message so eloquently con- delay, numerous surgeries, and living with a veyed by Radner herself. Gilda’s Club is pre- Friday, October 8, 2004 shunt in their skulls in an attempt to ease their mised on the belief that while doctors can Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to condition. Today, approximately 90 percent of treat the physical effects of cancer, the emo- recognize that October is National Spina Bifida all babies diagnosed with Spina Bifida live into tional effects of the disease must also be Awareness Month and to pay tribute to the adulthood, approximately 80 percent have nor- treated. The Club provides a comprehensive more than 70,000 Americans—and their family mal IQs, and approximately 75 percent partici- emotional and social support community for members—who are currently affected by pate in sports and other recreational activities. anyone whose life has been touched by can- Spina Bifida—the nation’s most common, per- With proper medical care, people who suffer cer in any way, free of charge. Its Basic III manently disabling birth defect. The Spina from Spina Bifida can lead full and productive Plus membership provides programs ranging Bifida Association of America (SBAA), an or- lives. However, they must learn how to move from Support and Networking Groups, to edu- ganization that has helped people with Spina around using braces, crutches or wheelchairs, cation in Lectures and Workshops, to a playful Bifida and their families for over 30 years, and how to function independently. They also

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.296 E11PT1 E1920 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 must be careful to avoid a host of secondary the road toward recovery. Diageo’s generators shown as a beacon in the darkness to the mil- health problems ranging from depression and were first put to task by providing power to op- lions of oppressed Chinese citizens across the learning disabilities to skin problems and latex erate Hardee County’s only solid waste facility, Taiwan Straits. Taiwan is a model for the allergies. a facility critical to public health in crisis situa- mainland on many fronts, from its growing de- After decades of poor prognosis and short tions. Two additional generators were used to mocracy to its robust economy. life expectancy, breakthroughs in research power a local campground being used as a I am proud to say that the United States has combined with improvements in health care temporary shelter for displaced families. always been an uncompromising partner with and treatment children with Spina Bifida are In my district, Diageo helped us after Hurri- Taiwan, making sure that our ally has the now living long enough to become adults with cane Frances by supplying one of these gen- means to defend its democracy in the event of this condition. However, with this extended life erators to power the Port St. Lucie pumping attack from mainland China. While peace in expectancy people with Spina Bifida now face station, sending safe drinking water to the the Taiwan Straits has been fragile at times, new challenges in the fields of education, job homes and shelters of over 88,000 residents the people of Taiwan continue to stand tall training, independent living, health care for of Port St. Lucie and the surrounding area. and firmly committed to their freedom. secondary conditions, aging concerns, and Water usage was restored to my constituents I salute their courage and strength and other related issues. much faster than in hurricanes of the past be- know that the American people join with them I am proud to cochair the Congressional cause of the Diageo Spirit of America efforts. in celebrating this important anniversary of lib- Spina Bifida Caucus with my colleague Rep- The others were used at the will of the Fort erty and democracy in East Asia. resentative CHRISTOPHER SMITH. The Congres- Pierce Emergency Operations Center wher- f sional Spina Bifida Caucus brings increased ever the need was greatest attention to this condition and advances initia- This assistance effort is part of Diageo’s on- HONORING ROBERT J. MANN tives that will improve the quality of life for going humanitarian efforts. In the hours and those individuals and their families living with days after 9/11 Diageo and its employees pro- HON. KAREN McCARTHY Spina Bifida. So far we have 43 members, vided numerous relief activities and assist- OF MISSOURI and I encourage my colleagues to join the ance. In December 2001, Diageo brought the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Caucus. first corporate humanitarian airlift to war-torn I again wish to thank the SBAA and its Afghanistan by delivering more than 100,000 Friday, October 8, 2004 chapters for all of their hard work to prevent pounds of food and emergency supplies to Ms. MCCARTHY of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I and reduce suffering from this birth defect and 800 orphans in Kabul. In June of 2003, the rise today to honor our ‘‘Homegrown Hero,’’ for their commitment to improve the lives of company chartered a DC–8 plane and brought Robert J. Mann. As the founder and executive those 70,000 individuals living with Spina a cargo of food, medicine and school supplies director of Bridging the Gap Inc., Bob is being Bifida throughout our nation. The Spina Bifida to Baghdad, becoming the first American com- honored by the organization on October 15, community and our nation owe a tremendous pany to embark upon a humanitarian mission 2004, for his leadership and vision which debt to the SBAA for its work over the past into Iraq. In November, Diageo provided more transformed greater Kansas City into a col- three decades. Much more work still needs to than 12,000 turkeys to the Connecticut Food laborative and interconnected community of be done, and I am confident this fine organiza- Bank so that 72,000 disadvantaged families environmental awareness, advocacy and ref- tion and its chapters will lead the effort for could celebrate a traditional Thanksgiving din- ormation. decades to come. I wish the Spina Bifida As- ner. And this past June, the Diageo Spirit of Thirteen years ago, Bob created Bridging sociation of America the best of luck in its en- the Americas Airlift brought in and distributed the Gap, an environmental movement of vol- deavors and urge all of my colleagues and all emergency supplies to flood victims in Haiti unteers who created and maintain our first 15 Americans to support its important efforts. and the Dominican Republic. Diageo’s Spirit of local community recycling centers. It has since f America Humanitarian Aid Missions are facili- grown into a regional, multifaceted environ- tated by the Bridge Foundation, a nonprofit mental movement involving businesses, gov- RECOGNIZING THE DIAGEO SPIRIT humanitarian aid and development organiza- ernments, schools and thousands of volun- OF AMERICA HUMANITARIAN tion which provides humanitarian aid world- teers. Under Bob’s leadership all segments of RAPID RESPONSE EFFORTS ON wide. Diageo is the world’s largest total bev- the greater Kansas City community have be- BEHALF OF FLORIDIANS IN THE erage alcohol company. come interconnected and established partner- WAKE OF BOTH HURRICANE Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me ships working together to make a difference CHARLEY IN AUGUST AND HUR- in thanking Diageo North America and its Spir- and improve Kansas City’s quality of life, eco- RICANE FRANCES IN EARLY SEP- it of America Fund for its rapid response to the nomic efficiency and environmental sustain- TEMBER crisis created by these hurricanes. Their on- ability. During a decade of creating change for going generosity and understanding of this cri- a healthier community, Bridging the Gap suc- HON. MARK FOLEY sis and these others throughout the world rep- ceeded in educating the public through envi- OF FLORIDA resent the finest and most compassionate ronmental publications and speakers bureaus, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES qualities in America. hosting special green events for environmental Friday, October 8, 2004 f awareness and advocacy, and ballot initiatives that brought curbside recycling to Kansas City. Mr. FOLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- HONORING THE NATIONAL DAY OF I have been an ardent supporter of Earth ognize and pay tribute to the Diageo Spirit of THE REPUBLIC OF CHINA ON Day since the first one in 1970, when I America Fund and its efforts during the recent TAIWAN devastating hurricanes that hit Florida in Au- showed my support by bicycling to my job as gust and September. As we Floridians have a schoolteacher and discussing with my stu- dealt with the aftermath of these storms, it be- HON. TERRY EVERETT dents the responsibility each individual has to OF ALABAMA came apparent that the most precious com- our global environment. Since 1997 my Earth IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES modity needed to jumpstart the road to recov- Day celebration has come to include Bridging ery was electricity. Without this precious com- Friday, October 8, 2004 the Gap’s Earth Day Walk, an eagerly antici- modity, our relief workers were left literally in Mr. EVERETT. Mr. Speaker, on October 10, pated annual celebration and fundraiser for the dark to sort out what steps needed to be the people of the Republic of China on Taiwan more than 1,000 Kansas Citians. More than made to restore order, security, and normalcy celebrate their national day. I join with my col- 5,000 area residents attend the Party for the to our devastated state. leagues here in the House in congratulating Planet at the Kansas City Zoo, another Earth Recognizing this need and even before ei- them on this solemn and happy occasion. Day event sponsored by Bridging the Gap. ther Hurricane Charley or Frances made land- The United States and Taiwan have a long Bridging the Gap Inc. has grown dynami- fall, Diageo was poised to help our cause by history of friendship and a tradition of democ- cally and now includes: RecycleFirst, Kansas bringing four giant portable generators to the racy which bind our two nations. Despite the City’s curbside recycling education program; areas most likely in each storm’s path. These lack of formal diplomatic relations between Keep Kansas City beautiful, a beautification generators were made available to relief work- Taiwan and America, our economic, political, project involving more than 7,700 volunteers ers in St. Lucie County and throughout each and military ties are strong and continue to for 165 metro wide cleanups; Kansas City storm’s most devastated areas. grow. Wildlands, a natural and wild places restora- Diageo’s generosity and unique foresight For decades, the freedom and individual tion and conservation project; Environmental helped us literally jumpstart our move down rights afforded to Taiwan’s citizens have Excellence Business Network, an education

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00054 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.300 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1921 and mentoring program for businesses; Waste Twenty years later, on January 17, 2001 the It’s a proven, commonsense principle: Stop Reduction and Recycling Consultation, an ad- Treasury Department issued a set of pro- punishing those who build in America. Lower visory, assessment and action program for posed regulations under section 263(g), that the tax burden on those who manufacture and would expand the scope of 263(g) beyond so- governments, businesses, educational and called cash and carry transactions, and produce here in America, with a higher tax cultural institutions; Regional By-Product Syn- states in its effective date section that the rate if you build it overseas. ergy Initiative, a project to help business and new rules apply to ‘‘. . . interest and car- Create jobs in America’s small businesses government reduce waste and increase pro- rying charges properly allocable to personal by letting them keep more of what they earn— ductivity; Shadowcliff Retreat Center, environ- property that are paid, incurred, or accrued making it easier to buy that new computer, mental education and retreat center in Grand after the date these regulations are adopted that new printer, that new machinery so they as final . . . for a straddle established on or Lake, Colorado; and Environmental Excellence after January 17, 2001.’’ can compete with anyone, anywhere. Awards, an annual event to honor individuals, Despite the clear legislative intent, the And for all those small industries—whether businesses and schools. IRS has attempted to apply the proposed they are American companies making bows Bob’s efforts have been recognized locally regulations expanding the coverage of 263(g) and arrows, tackle boxes, small aircraft, or and nationally for Building the Gap’s leader- to transactions undertaken prior to January U.S. films—let’s get rid of the job killers where ship. Awards include: National Recycling Coa- 17, 2001, and a number of field agents have in- our Tax Code treats them worse than their dicated to taxpayers that absent clear guid- overseas competitors. lition’s Award for Environmental and Commu- ance to the contrary, they will continue to nity Leadership, Kansas City Consensus apply this expansive interpretation of sec- Some critics may ridicule these provisions, Achiever Award, Missouri Governor tion 263(g) on a retroactive basis. but it’s no laughing matter to the American Carnahan’s Pollution Prevention Award, EPA When the tax writing committees decide to workers in these small industries. Pollution Prevention Award, American Forest change the law in a way that might affect This bill also restores sales tax fairness to & Paper Association’s Best Paper Recycling ongoing transactions our normal practice is the Tax Code, easing the sales tax burden on to put the public on notice through an an- American families and giving a direct eco- Award, Mid-America Regional Council Re- nouncement. Once we have so acted, it is gional Leadership Award, Waste Reduction considered fair to make the change effective nomic boost to Main Street. and Recycling Award for non-profits, Missouri on the date of the announcement because In States like mine, it means delivering $1 Environmental Education Association Environ- taxpayers have been given fair warning. billion of tax relief to Texas families each year, mental Education Service Award, and Keep I would like to know if you agree with my and creating enough new jobs to fill nearly America Beautiful First Place National Litter conclusion that the IRS should follow rules every seat in the Toyota Basketball Arena with Prevention Award. that are equally fair. If a change in the law a new Texas worker. which was not made as a result of a legisla- Best of all, every taxpayer in America will Bob’s leadership and vision of collaboration, tive mandate is announced in regulations, do his perseverance in environmental problem you agree that the change should be prospec- have the option of choosing to deduct either solving, and his service and commitment to a tive? their state and local income taxes or sales healthy earth have inspired thousands of indi- Thank you for considering this matter and taxes, whichever is highest. viduals to make a difference. Mr. Speaker, I look forward to your response. Thanks to the leadership of Chairman BILL please join me in honoring Robert J. Mann, a Sincerely, THOMAS, the key support of Majority Leader bridge builder who has indeed made our com- PHIL ENGLISH. TOM DELAY and hard work by my colleague SAM JOHNSON of Texas, we have re-opened munity, our region and our planet a better HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, place through his tireless efforts to honor our COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND MEANS, the door to sales tax fairness that has been Earth and all who share its wonders. Washington, DC, October 8, 2004. locked shut for 18 years. f Hon. PHIL ENGLISH, Every legislator from a sales tax State House of Representatives, Longworth House Of- should support this bill because this oppor- CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4520, fice Building, Washington, DC. tunity may not occur again for another two AMERICAN JOBS CREATION ACT DEAR MR. ENGLISH: I am writing in re- decades, if at all. OF 2004 sponse to your letter regarding Sec. 263(g) of In conclusion, let’s get the job-killers out of the Internal Revenue Code and the Internal Revenue Service’s (IRS) application of re- our Tax Code, and create jobs right here in SPEECH OF lated regulations. America. HON. PHIL ENGLISH Without in any way questioning whether f IRS interpretation in this case was appro- OF PENNSYLVANIA priate, I agree with your conclusion that the RECOGNIZING FRANK D. JACKSON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES expansion of the scope of 263(g) should have OF EUGENE, OREGON Thursday, October 7, 2004 been prospective. I believe the Secretary of Treasury should do whatever is necessary to Mr. ENGLISH. Mr. Speaker, I submit the fol- make sure that the regulations that have HON. PETER A. DeFAZIO lowing exchange of letters between myself been brought to my attention by your letter OF OREGON and Chairman THOMAS for submission into the are implemented in that manner. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RECORD related to debate on H.R. 4520, The Sincerely, Friday, October 8, 2004 American Jobs Creation Act of 2004, which WILLIAM M. THOMAS, Chairman. took place October 7, 2004. Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to f recognize and to thank Frank D. Jackson of HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES, Eugene, OR, for his tireless efforts to improve Washington, DC, October 7, 2004. CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4520, the lives of working men and women and their Hon. WILLIAM M. THOMAS, AMERICAN JOBS CREATION ACT families. Chairman, Committee on Ways and Means, OF 2004 Longworth House Office Building, Wash- Frank Jackson is a man of conviction, dedi- ington, DC. SPEECH OF cated to serving his community by strength- DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: I am writing to raise ening labor rights. His unwavering vision for a concern regarding regulations issued sev- HON. KEVIN BRADY working America has put him on the front lines eral years ago by the Internal Revenue Serv- OF TEXAS in the fight for decent pay and benefits, safe ice (IRS) in which they apply an expansive IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES new interpretation of the law retroactively. and healthy workplaces, and dignity and re- Congress enacted section 263(g) of the In- Thursday, October 7, 2004 spect for the rank and file. ternal Revenue Code as part of the Economic Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, let’s be Until he retired in 1992, Jackson worked two Recovery Tax Act of 1981 (‘‘ERTA’’) to dis- honest: Republicans don’t ship American jobs jobs for decades—firefighter and union activ- courage the use of certain ‘‘straddle’’ type overseas. Neither do Democrats. Why would ist. He has been a steadfast advocate for tax shelters known as ‘‘cash and carry’’ they? workers since joining his first union at the age transactions. In the Report accompanying But our own U.S. Tax Code does, and that’s of 15 and was recently inducted into the Labor ERTA, the Senate Finance Committee noted Hall of fame for his many years of leadership that ‘‘[t]he committee intends to discourage the responsibility of both parties in Congress. these transactions, sometime called ‘cash It’s time we stop pointing fingers and start in the labor movement. He served as presi- and carry’ shelters, in its legislation.’’ The working together to save American jobs. dent and secretary-treasurer of his union, Eu- Committee also described the nature of the That’s what the American Jobs Creation Act gene Firefighters Association Local 851, Inter- ‘‘cash and carry’’ transactions Congress was does. It removes the job-killers in our Tax national Association of Fire Fighters; president trying to discourage, in detail. Code. and executive secretary-treasurer of the Lane

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00055 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.305 E11PT1 E1922 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 County Labor Council; senior vice president of study showed positive trends, but with much greatest threat to the fundamentalists that the Oregon State Fire Fighters Council; and room to grow. The study found that a nutrition would do harm to America is exactly what will Executive Board member of the Oregon AFL– course was required in forty percent of the take place tomorrow in Afghanistan: Democ- CIO. medical and osteopathic programs, an elective racy. And for that, Mr. Speaker, I commend In solidarity and strength, I am proud to sa- course in 13 percent, and 24 percent of the the Afghan people. lute Frank Jackson for his wholehearted com- schools integrated the subject in other f mitment to organized labor and working peo- courses. Approximately 23 percent lacked nu- ple in Oregon. trition of any type. Schools that required nutri- IN RECOGNITION OF THE DESIGNA- TION OF OCTOBER 12–20, 2004, AS f tion showed a mean number of 2.5 credit hours, and it was rare for medical programs to NATIONAL AWARENESS WEEK INTRODUCTION OF THE ENHANC- require more than one nutrition course or for FOR THE F.O.P. CAMPAIGN ING NUTRITION IN MEDICAL the course to exceed three credit hours. EDUCATION ACT OF 2004 Mr. Speaker, a similar survey conducted in HON. VITO FOSSELLA 1997–1998 showed that 26 percent of medical OF NEW YORK HON. TOM UDALL school programs required nutrition courses. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF NEW MEXICO The slight increase in programs requiring nutri- Friday, October 8, 2004 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion courses is certainly a positive trend, but Mr. FOSSELLA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Friday, October 8, 2004 considering the alarming rates of obesity, dia- betes, and other negative health affects asso- recognition of the Fibrodysplasia Ossificans Mr. UDALL of New Mexico. Mr. Speaker, ciated with poor nutrition, we must do more. Progressiva (F.O.P.) Awareness Campaign the importance of nutrition in attaining and The Enhancing Nutrition in Medical Edu- and the declaration of October 12–20, 2004 as maintaining a healthy lifestyle is well known. cation Act provides no new mandates to med- National Awareness Week. Currently 220 Today, as countless reports and articles call ical schools, but simply allows them the oppor- Americans have been diagnosed with this rare attention to the obesity epidemic in our coun- tunity to access additional funds to enhance and incurable disease. F.O.P. is a musculo- try, it is more important than ever that we and increase nutrition education in their cur- skeletal disorder that leads to the growth and focus on preventive health measures including riculum. I would like to thank the people at the formation of additional bones, ultimately form- good nutrition habits. Nutrition plays a signifi- American Dietetic Association and the Asso- ing a ‘‘second skeleton’’ in the human body. cant role in the onset and progression of six ciation of American Medical Colleges, as well Due to the diligent and dedicated efforts of the of the ten leading causes of death. Nutrition as the many others who have helped me in friends and family of those diagnosed with intervention also decreases morbidity, mor- developing this legislation. I urge my col- F.O.P., there is a growing campaign to raise tality, human suffering, and medical costs. leagues to support this bill. awareness about the disease and muster sup- That is why in 1990 Congress mandated f port for F.O.P. research. In addition, President that our Nation’s medical schools integrate nu- Bush has declared the years 2002 through trition education into their curricula. Today, TOMORROW’S PRESIDENTIAL 2011 as the National Bone and Joint Decade; however—14 years later—many physicians ELECTION IN AFGHANISTAN the kick-off for which is the National Aware- and medical students are still requesting more ness week set to begin October 12. I ask my training and education in nutrition. I believe HON. ROBERT W. NEY colleagues to join me in celebrating the ob- now is the time to take action to provide addi- OF OHIO servance of Bone and Joint Decade National tional resources for medical schools through- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Awareness Week and to encourage our fellow out the country to address the known desire citizens to support awareness and research of Friday, October 8, 2004 and demonstrated need for increased training musculoskeletal disorders. and education in nutrition. Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to con- f To that end, I rise today to introduce the En- gratulate the people, and the transitional gov- hancing Nutrition in Medical Education Act of ernment, of the Islamic State of Afghanistan INTRODUCTION OF ‘‘PREVENTING 2004. This legislation authorizes a grant pro- on tomorrow’s historic Presidential election. SEXUAL ASSAULTS IN THE MILI- gram for which all U.S. allopathic medical The Afghan people have come a long way in TARY ACT OF 2004’’ schools would be eligible to apply, to assist the past few years and deserve the recogni- them in developing, implementing, and inte- tion and support of the U.S. Congress. HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY grating innovative nutrition components into Mr. Speaker, as you know, the people of Af- OF NEW YORK their existing medical education curriculum. To ghanistan are at a historic turning point. Lead- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES name a few of the requirements, the grants ing to tomorrow’s election, great progress has Friday, October 8, 2004 will focus on preventive health measures such been made in their electoral process: of an es- as education on the causes, treatment, and timated 10 million eligible voters, more than 9 Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, today, I intro- prevention of obesity; prevention and treat- million have registered, and more than 40 per- duce legislation, the ‘‘Preventing Sexual As- ment of common nutritional deficiencies; and cent of them are women. saults in the Military Act of 2004,’’ along with office education and counseling to ensure ap- I congratulate the Afghan people on this Representatives ELLEN TAUSCHER, DIANE WAT- propriate diet for mostly healthy people. The high registration percentage, and I applaud the SON, and ED TOWNS, which would appropriate grants awarded will be in the amount of diversity of the electorate and the 18 Presi- such funds as are necessary for fiscal years $50,000 for any fiscal year, or a total of dential candidates. Their participation symbol- 2005 through 2007 to eliminate the backlog in $100,000 for the 2-year duration of the grant. izes a true commitment to pluralism, democ- processing DNA evidence, to ensure that test- Also, schools awarded grants will be re- racy, and to an open electoral process. ing takes place in a timely manner, to provide quired to submit a report to the Secretary of Mr. Speaker, the people of Afghanistan are an adequate supply of forensic evidence col- HHS describing the nutrition curricula they de- still facing very real threats, however. There lection kits at all domestic and overseas U.S. veloped, along with results achieved through are still news reports of voter intimidation and military installations, military academies, and its implementation. The Secretary will in turn violence against voters and poll-workers. theaters of operation, and to ensure that at be responsible for disseminating a report to all There are even reports of Taliban loyalists ad- least one military medical personnel member, medical schools nationwide comprised of nutri- vertising rewards for anyone who kills a poll- who is trained as a Sexual Assault Nurse Ex- tion curriculum descriptions developed by the worker. aminer (SANE) or Sexual Assault Forensic Ex- grantees. The reporting requirement will en- I would like to commend President Hamid aminer (SAFE), is on duty at all times in the sure that medical schools who either chose Karzai for his leadership in opposition to these health care facility at a military academy, do- not to apply for the grants or who were not militants. Under President Karzai, the Afghan mestic military base, overseas military base, awarded grants still receive information and people continue to stand tall, bringing their and theaters of operation, except where a models on nutrition curricula they can incor- country to its moment of democracy. They memorandum of understanding is issued be- porate into their own. have remained steadfast and, in spite of the tween the military installation and a local civil- In 2003 a survey was conducted of all ac- risks, have continued to register to vote in ian hospital. credited medical and osteopathic colleges in droves. Rapes and sexual assaults are far too com- the U.S. to determine the present state of nu- While Afghanistan has a long way yet to go, mon in both civilian life and in the military. As trition training in medical school curricula. This its people have come a long way already. The the April 2004 report issued by the Pentagon

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00056 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.309 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1923 states, among other findings, current DoD poli- the Foreign Sales Corporation and end to outsourcing starts with helping our cies and standards do not focus on sexual as- Extraterritorial Income Exclusion (FSC/ETI),— manufacturers here at home become more sault and ‘‘the military services’’ policies lack thereby ending European sanctions on Amer- productive, more innovative. If we want to integration for effective prevention and re- ican businesses, is nothing but the latest boost sales, investment in modernization and sponse.’’ handout in a string of unnecessary tax cuts for employment is the way to do it. This con- This legislation will help bring justice to the multinational corporations by this Republican ference report is not the answer. victims and survivors of sexual assault by en- Majority. f suring that DNA evidence is used to identify With 2.5 million manufacturing jobs lost in perpetrators and bring them to justice. Addi- the last 3 years, including nearly 40,000 in my CONGRATULATING TAIWAN ON ITS tionally, it will provide servicemembers who State of Connecticut alone, many outsourced 93RD NATIONAL DAY are raped with the necessary medical care. to other countries like China and Singapore, As our soldiers are fighting for those who we all understand that steps must be taken to HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN have long been denied basic rights, we should revive what is the very backbone of America’s OF CALIFORNIA do everything possible to ensure that we are economy. We have seen more than half a mil- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES protecting their rights, too. lion jobs shipped overseas over the last three Friday, October 8, 2004 f years and that could grow to 6 million by 2015. Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I would like to RECOGNIZING THE I do not believe government is in the busi- take this opportunity to congratulate the Re- ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF TAIWAN ness of creating jobs; but government has an public of China on Taiwan on its 93rd National obligation to foster an environment in which Day and to welcome its new Representative to SPEECH OF jobs can be created. With this legislation, we the United States, David Tawei Lee, with HON. DEBORAH PRYCE could be providing this country’s manufactur- whom I met just a few weeks ago. OF OHIO ers with the opportunity to be able to stay Both Dr. Lee and his wife, Chih Lin, know IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES here. We could invest in our technology and the United States well. Dr. Lee received both invest in our workers. And, we could promote his Master’s and Ph.D. degrees from the Uni- Friday, October 8, 2004 more economic development in the United versity of Virginia while Mrs. Lee received her Ms. PRYCE of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, Taiwan States. Instead, this Administration and its Re- MBA from the University of Maryland. Dr. Lee will celebrate its National Day on October 10, publican Leadership follow a business model also served as a Research Associate at Har- 2004, and I wish to salute their many accom- that assists companies in sending the jobs off- vard University while he was heading up the plishments. shore, allows companies not to pay their fair Taipei Economic and Cultural Office in Boston Even though Taiwan is a small island with share of their taxes, and then rewards these for three years. Both of the Lee’s children few natural resources, there is no question companies with Federal contracts. They sim- were born in Washington, D.C. Dr. Lee’s ap- that it has prospered. With one of the world’s ply do not get it. pointment to become Taiwan’s representative largest foreign exchange reserves, Taiwan’s Even more, by clinging to the idea that we to the United States follows a distinguished 23 million people enjoy one of the highest should be rewarding companies who send career with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs standards of living in the world. Taiwan Presi- jobs overseas, this majority has delayed action (MOFA) and the Government Information Of- dent Chen Shui-bian has made clear his belief on this issue for more than a year. As a result, fice (GIO). From 1998 to 2001, he served as that every citizen ought to enjoy the right to manufacturers have been paying 11 percent Taiwan’s spokesman. In 2002, Representative work, the right to freedom of thought, con- tariffs on more than 1,600 American-made Lee won the most distinguished diplomat science and religion, the right to an education, products. award given by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs. the right to participate in elections, and the But now that the fix is in, this represents a The people of Taiwan and the U.S. share right to social security in the event of unem- huge missed opportunity. Rather than helping important values and have maintained a ployment, illness and disability. Also President our struggling manufacturing base, this Re- strong and dependable friendship over many Chen has promoted efforts to protect the publican conference agreement would give years. Taiwan has transformed itself from a rights of women, children, the elderly and the U.S. multinational corporations more incentive oneparty dictatorship to a vibrant multi-party indigenous people, laborers and soldiers. It is to ship jobs overseas—more than $42 billion democracy, enhanced and preserved human evident that President Chen is committed to in additional tax benefits for offshore oper- rights and civil liberties, and vigorously guard- improving the lives of his people. ations of U.S. corporations. ed the right to a free press. Its market-based Although Taiwan and the United States do In addition to rewarding corporations for ex- economy is now the 126th largest in the world. not have formal diplomatic ties, our people are porting U.S. jobs, the conference report is just Last year it was the 8th largest trading partner closely connected. Taiwan is our eighth larg- a grab bag of special interest provisions that of the United States and was the ninth largest est trading partner, thus providing many jobs will benefit few and clutter an already bewil- export market for U.S. goods. for our manufacturers. In addition, more than dering tax code. It includes billions for a range On its 93rd National Day, let us celebrate 30,000 Taiwan students study at U.S. colleges of new narrow special-interest tax breaks, Taiwan’s many accomplishments and extend a and universities, and the United States is the such as tax breaks for several varieties of warm welcome to Dr. and Mrs. Lee. number one destination for most of Taiwan bows and arrows, NASCAR racetracks, elec- f travelers. The U.S. and Taiwan share many tronic fish finders, bait containers, foreign values in common such as a commitment to gamblers who win at U.S. horse and dog CONGRATULATIONS TO THE X freedom, democracy and human rights. tracks, nuclear steam generators, and import- PRIZE WINNERS I am pleased to congratulate our friends in ers of Chinese ceiling fans. Taiwan on this special day, and hope for their Mr. Speaker, what manufacturers need from HON. RICK LARSEN continued success and progress in the future. this body is not more incentives to send jobs OF WASHINGTON f abroad; they need bold vision, recognizing that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES our Federal Tax Code could work for them, CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4520, not against them, by favoring those companies Friday, October 8, 2004 AMERICAN JOBS CREATION ACT who keep their jobs here. That is exactly what Mr. LARSEN of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I OF 2004 Democrats have been pushing for more than rise today to extend my congratulations to a year—to revitalize our manufacturing base Paul Allen, Scaled Composites founder Burt SPEECH OF by cutting taxes for U.S. companies in order to Rutan, and SpaceShipOne pilots Mike Melvill HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO keep good-paying manufacturing jobs here at and Brian Binnie for winning the Ansari X OF CONNECTICUT home and end the tariffs on U.S. products. Prize. SpaceShipOne’s two successful flights IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES American companies should not have to resort into space indicate a bright future for space to transferring jobs to countries where workers travel and exploration. Just over 100 years Thursday, October 7, 2004 make less and have fewer benefits to stay after the Wright brothers’ flight at Kitty Hawk, Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong competitive. North Carolina, Paul Allen has proven that we opposition to the conference report on H.R. Americans understand outsourcing. It is continue to dream and dare to tackle ever- 4520, the corporate tax bill. This bill, which re- eroding our workforce; it has threatened every more daunting challenges each day. The suc- peals a portion of the U.S. tax code known as middle-class family in this country. Putting an cess of SpaceShipOne is truly a great victory

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00057 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.314 E11PT1 E1924 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 for Scaled Composites and for innovators many, James underwent several surgeries to (Naval Reactors), for the last eight years. Dur- around the world, as well as an indication of remove shrapnel and repair wounds. James’s ing his distinguished career, he played a piv- great things to come. wife, Angela, was flown to Germany to be with otal role in ensuring that nuclear-powered war- It is my pleasure to specifically congratulate him during these difficult times. James was ships continued to meet our global commit- Paul Allen for his crucial role in this endeavor. flown to Bethesda military hospital in Maryland ments in defense of our Nation’s security. SpaceShipOne’s success would not have in late March. Congressman Markey visited During his career, Admiral Bowman served been possible without his vision and con- James in April at which time he received the as the Commanding Officer of the nuclear- fidence. Communities in my district have long Purple Heart. James eventually returned to powered attack submarine, USS City of Cor- benefited from Mr. Allen’s investments in busi- Massachusetts and continued to receive care pus Christi, which completed a seven-month nesses and charities. Now the whole world will at the West Roxbury Veterans Hospital in Bos- circumnavigation of the globe and two special have the opportunity to benefit from his efforts ton. He has lost over 50 pounds since his in- classified missions during his command tour. to make Scaled Composites a success and to jury and requires a colostomy bag at all times. Other highlights include tours as the com- never hold back from pushing Americans’ in- He has undergone 14 surgeries thus far, but manding officer of the USS Holland, as the Di- novation to the next level. remains paralyzed from the waist down. rector of Political-Military Affairs on the Joint Private space travel has been nothing more The Boston Red Sox honored James on Staff, and as the Chief of Naval Personnel. than a dream since the advent of space flight. June 25, 2004 as he threw out the first pitch Nuclear-powered warships have safely The success of Spaceship One has prompted before a Red Sox-Phillies game at Fenway steamed over 130 million miles, and operated new fields of business and recreation. It is this Park. for more than 5,600 reactor years without a kind of innovation that will bring the next gen- James’s pay was immediately cut when he reactor accident. The last 24 million miles and eration of jobs and strengthen our economy. was transported out of the combat zone in 900 reactor-years have been achieved under This breakthrough will provide the economic Iraq. While serving the U.S. Marine Corps in Admiral Bowman’s superb leadership. He cur- stimulus to financially and scientifically moti- Iraq, James received his base pay as well as rently oversees 105 operational nuclear reac- vate individuals around the globe to look to- Combat Zone Tax Exclusion (CZTE), Immi- tors. ward the sky. It will inspire us to surpass cur- nent Danger Pay (IDP), Hardship Duty pay Admiral Bowman was a guiding force in the rent scientific limitations and travel to places (HDP), Per Diem and Flight Pay. He also lost design and construction of the VIRGINIA our grandparents could only imagine. his Family Separation Allowance (FSA) once Class submarine—our Navy’s only major com- Innovation is the key to our future. Mr. Allen he returned to the United States for medical batant available to the Fleet that was designed and the talented team at Scaled Composites care. The tax exclusion and pays amounted to with the post-Cold War security environment in have shown us that any goal is achievable more than $1,000 per month. James is now mind. These revolutionary submarines have when coupled with ambition and the drive to still a member of the Marine Corps and has significantly improved capabilities over their succeed. I congratulate all involved and look not yet been discharged. He is not entitled to predecessors in acoustics, littoral warfare, forward to seeing Paul Allen, Burt Rutan and Veterans benefits until he is officially dis- communications, sensors, and life-cycle costs. others reach new heights and overcome new charged. James was being paid about $2,500 Admiral Bowman also drove many aspects challenges. a month while serving in Iraq, but now is only of the design of the Nation’s next-generation receiving $1,300 a month. f aircraft carrier class—the first new design in He has relied on family and friends to help over 30 years. Owing much to his leadership, INTRODUCTION OF THE CROSBY- him pay for a handicapped accessible apart- the CVN–21 propulsion plant will triple the PULLER COMBAT WOUNDS COM- ment as well as daily expenses, because his electrical power available for transformational PENSATION ACT current military pay of $1,300 a month does technology, reduce reactor compartment man- not cover all of his expenses. James has also ning by nearly 50 percent, and increase ship HON. EDWARD J. MARKEY been helped by the Shutt Detachment, an as- operational availability by nearly 25 percent. sociation of former Marines, which held a OF MASSACHUSETTS As the Director, Naval Nuclear Propulsion fundraiser for him on August 19 at the Rack IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Program, Admiral Bowman’s commitment to in Boston. Without the help of family, friends, Friday, October 8, 2004 environmental stewardship and public health and former Marines, James and his young and safety helped foster the highest degree of Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, today I am wife would not be able to afford an apartment public trust. The Naval Nuclear Propulsion joined by 14 of my colleagues in introducing in the Greater Boston Area and cover ex- Program continued the superb performance, the ‘‘Crosby-Puller Combat Wounds Com- penses. safety, and environmental record of nuclear- James eagerly wants to work to help other pensation Act,’’ a bill to remedy the lapse in powered warships that has existed for more members of our nation’s armed services that support that a wounded soldier experiences than 50 years. Our nuclear-powered warships are in a similar situation. He and his family from the moment he/she is evacuated from benefit from acceptance in foreign ports world- have worked with my office to address in this the combat zone for medical treatment. Al- wide as a direct result of that record. though some of that support can eventually be legislation the problems that they have experi- Mr. Speaker, I know the members of this restored if a soldier is discharged and applies enced, first hand, in coping with wounds in- house will join me in commending Admiral under certain VA programs, this bill deals with curred in James’s service to his country. I Bowman for a career of faithful service to his the immediate burden placed on soldiers like urge my colleagues to join us in ensuring that Nation. His leadership of the Naval Nuclear James Crosby, a Marine who was seriously members of the Armed Forces that are Propulsion Program, a highly effective, re- wounded while fighting for his country in Iraq. wounded while serving in a combat zone will sponsive, world-class organization, has con- The bill has been named after James Crosby continue to receive certain special pays, tax tributed significantly to our Nation’s ability to and, at his request, Lt. General Lewis exclusions and allowances associated with confront 21st century security challenges. I ‘‘Chesty’’ Puller, USMC, the most decorated such service until the member recovers from wish him ‘‘Fair Winds and Following Seas’’ as Marine in the history of the Corps. the wound or injury. he completes his honorable and distinguished Lance Corporal James Crosby of Winthrop, f service in the U.S. Navy. Massachusetts enlisted in the United States TRIBUTE TO ADMIRAL FRANK f Marine Corps when he was 17 years old. He ‘‘SKIP’’ BOWMAN is married to Angela and was living in Cali- IN RECOGNITION OF THE fornia before his service and his injury. GLOUCESTER CITY OPEN ACCESS On March 18, 2004, James was wounded HON. IKE SKELTON LEARNING CENTER, AND ITS OF MISSOURI by enemy fire while riding on the back of a PARTICIPANTS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES U.S. military vehicle in Iraq. A rocket fired at the vehicle killed the driver and injured two Friday, October 8, 2004 HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS Marines including James. A piece of shrapnel Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF NEW JERSEY pierced James’ side and penetrated his intes- recognize and honor Admiral Skip Bowman, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tines and spine. U.S. Navy, as he prepares to retire upon com- Friday, October 8, 2004 James was taken immediately to a hospital pletion of more than 38 years of faithful serv- in Kuwait. He had his first operation there, ice to our Nation. Mr. ANDREWS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to was stabilized and finally flown to a U.S. mili- Admiral Bowman has held the position of honor the Gloucester City Open Access tary hospital in Landstuhl, Germany. In Ger- Director, Naval Nuclear Propulsion Program Learning (GOAL) Center at the Mary Ethel

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00058 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.319 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1925 Costello School in Gloucester City, New Jer- Dana Arroliga, Christopher Bittner, Samantha What our servicemen and women are ac- sey, as well as its staff and participants. With Bruccoliere, Chelsea Clair, Denise Duterich, complishing is extraordinary—by any measure funding from the 21st Century Community Randy Forte, Michael Gorman, Danielle and compared to any mission in modern his- Learning Center program at the Department of Groves, Jimmy Baehr, Devin Jaskulski, Brian tory. Sadly, their courage can be measured by Education, the Camden County United Way, Donaghy, Deanne Cobb, Steven Karpinski, the casualties—Ryan, Jesse Thiry of Casco, and the Bureau of Child Nutrition at the New Hyeji Lee, Jennifer Liebrand, Melissa Warren Hansen of Clintonville, Stephen Martin Jersey Department of Agriculture, the GOAL Miloshevsky, Ryan Moore, Robert Mortimer, of Rhinelander, Nichole Frye of Lena and oth- Center provides valuable services and oppor- Markita Nelson, Carlos Nieves, Jessy Perez, ers. tunities to children and families in my district. Scott Scomolia, Corey Scott, Gabrielle But on this day, let’s also measure their Housed at the Mary Ethel Costello School Spagnolia, Marissa Wood, Destiney Wood- courage by how they’ve changed Iraq. Just a and also open to students from the St. Mary’s ward, Alicia Yourison, Steven Kumpf, Andrew year and a half after chasing Saddam from Elementary School, the heart of the GOAL Morgan, Andira Morgan, Joseph Cipriani, Jor- power, Iraq is on the path to full sovereignty Center’s programming takes place in the after dan Brady, Donna Weatherly, Jessica Meller, and moving toward free elections. When our school hours. Children in grades four through Regina Corvino, Jessica Finch, Racheal Finch, soldiers first reached Iraq, they found chaos six participate in organized recreation and ex- and Raquel Cannon. and they found evil. As USAID has reported, ercise followed by nutritious snacks which are Similarly, the following staff deserve rec- Iraq has 270 mass graves holding perhaps provided in cooperation with the Bureau of ognition for the time and energy they have put 400,000 bodies—people tortured for their be- Child Nutrition. The students then receive into making the Center a success: Super- liefs, and killed for their ethnicity. homework assistance, and take part in other intendent Mary Stansky, Business Adminis- Ryan and others fought, and rebuilt, and types of tutoring and enrichment activities. The trator James Devereaux, Mary Ethel Costello protected, and liberated—and the results have Center also hosts special events, such as field School Principal Nancy Thomas and Assistant been historic. They’ve helped rebuild 240 hos- trips to museums, plays, and libraries, movie Principal William Marble, Director of Cur- pitals, 1,200 clinics, 2,300 schools. They’ve showings, and game tournaments, as a re- riculum Sue McComb, GOAL Center Coordi- distributed 1.5 million student school kits and ward for the hard work the students do during nator Catherine George, Public Information Of- 9 million textbooks. They’ve immunized over 5 the week. ficer Lynda Lathrop, Teaching Staff Members million Iraqi children. They’ve established 16 In addition, the GOAL Center’s positive Lisa Amrosino, Patricia Duer, Gina Shank, governing councils, over 90 district councils community programming extends beyond the Carl Kohler, William Kohler, Darcy Fox-Fuchs, and nearly 200 community councils. elementary school students. Computer classes Marge Dantonio, Marilyn Holmes, Dolores In short, Ryan was doing a good thing—no, and arts enrichment courses, taught by per- Militti, Cindy Kumpel, Janeen Thomas, Kath- he was doing a great thing. And the ceremony sonnel from Camden County College, are of- leen Davi, Kate Narducci, Guy Groff, Christie honoring Ryan this weekend in Wisconsin is fered for families and their children. Camden Murray, Lorri Stasium, Christine Wilson, Betty just one small sign that all of us recognize it. County College staff also teach free college Averell, Craig Reinhart, Ellen Richards, Renee Ryan used to say that he wanted to be a courses to both parents and high school jun- Robson, Ellen Conway, Mary Ann Woodrubb, teacher—he wanted to teach others and iors and seniors in the evenings, and parents and Don Dantonio, and Board of Education shape lives. Well, he did. His life, his work, his can participate in parenting workshops offered Members Judith A. Alberti, Robert H. Bennett, sacrifice have taught us all so very much. We in cooperation with the Camden County United Sr., Sandra Lynch-Cowgill, Joanne Gurick, will never, ever forget him. We are in awe of Way. These sessions are designed to give in- Patrick Healey, Edward Hubbs, Lousia his service and all that he accomplished in his formation about helping children deal with Llewllyn, Bruce Marks, Danny O’Brien, Jr., and tragically short life. change, such as starting school, divorce, mov- William Lunemann. Ryan, you are our hero—a real hero. ing, and other potentially stressful events. The GOAL Center is truly a complete pro- f Those who choose to participate in the gram in that it assists students in the crucial GOAL Center’s programming have dem- areas of health, nutrition, and academic NATIONAL ALL SCHEDULES PRE- onstrated a clear dedication to improving both achievement. It also helps to foster a desire SCRIPTION ELECTRONIC RE- themselves and their community, and I believe for life-long learning, and serves as a valuable PORTING ACT OF 2003 they deserve recognition. The following stu- resource for families and adults seeking devel- dents have shown a notable commitment to opment opportunities. I congratulate all the SPEECH OF the goals of the program: Briana Angier, current staff and students on the hard work HON. RAHM EMANUEL they put into the program, and wish them and Christopher DiDomenico, Jacob Franchetti, OF ILLINOIS the Center continued success in the future. Brianne Goffney, Thomas Hellings, Katie Mor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gan, William Tozer, Jessica Valcarcel, Ashlee f Cruz, Joseph Hamaker, Tamasa Nobles, Kyle Tuesday, October 5, 2004 HONORING RYAN JERABEK Pollandar, Drew Pollitt, Erika Raiken, Matthew Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong Sacilowski, Chelsea Amwake, Alexandria support of H.R. 3015, the National All Sched- DiDomenico, Lori Mangini, Amanda Martin, HON. MARK GREEN ules Prescription Electronic Reporting Act of A’niah Nobles, Jamie Phillips, Kevin Brown, OF WISCONSIN 2003. As a cosponsor of H.R. 3015, I recog- Zachary Carey, Richard Mercedes, Sydni IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nize that this bill represents an important step Durity, Kathleen O’Brien, Laura Casasbuena, Friday, October 8, 2004 in curbing the abuse of prescription drugs. Tracey Causey, Charles Clair, Edward Cole- Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, According to the NIH’s National Institute on man, Kimberly Dieterich, Kevin Dickson, Ash- every now and then, I hear someone say that Drug Abuse (NIDA), an estimated 9 million ley Egbert, Stevie Gallagher, Nicole Groves, America lacks heroes—those great men and people aged 12 and older used prescription Chelsea Gunning, Kyle Harkins, Damein Hart, women amongst us who we can use to inspire drugs for non-medical reasons in 1999. Sadly Devon Huaca, William Jacobs, Ronnie Joshi, and teach our young people. In my view, the the NIDA predicts that number to be on the Daniel Karpinski, Lauren Klipp, Paige Kopras, problem is that too many people look to the rise. This problem is compounded by the fact Samantha Mease, Jessica Medina, Kwanna playing fields or the big screen for their he- that many doctors have a hard time discussing Mosley, Janee Powers, Thomas Raymond, roes. But all of us here today know better— this matter with their patients. In a survey by Jennifer Reyes, Alexis Sabatini, Samantha because we are here to remember and honor the National Center on Addiction and Sub- Schultz, Kayla Skotnicki, Xavair Stang, one of our real heroes; an American who we stance Abuse at Columbia University, 46 per- Brianna Bangle, Tina Davis, Ariana Dragone, are rightly very proud of, and whom we miss cent of physicians reported they find it difficult Joseph Foley, Kyle Gaff, Alex Gallo, CJ very much, Ryan Jerabek. to talk with their patients about abusing pre- Genarie, Thomas Gorman, Brielle Gorski- Now, we all know that our work in Iraq is far scription drugs. Schultz, William Gross, Edward Gunning, from over. There are many challenges ahead The National All Schedules Prescription Mathew Hender, Brittany Higginbotham, and, sadly, there will likely be some more dark Electronic Reporting Act of 2003 provides Courtney Iacovone, Chelse’ Kiefrieder, days ahead as well. But we also know there grants to establish state-run programs for pre- Zachary Cooper, Harley Marks, Sarah Knipp, will be brighter days ahead too, more and scription monitoring that will be administered Jack Markiewicz, Angelica Medina, Michelle more of them, as freedom’s sunlight chases and coordinated at the Federal level. This will Moler, Thomas Moore Jr., Kevin Mottas, Alex- away the shadows of tyranny. That’s what allow physicians to monitor whether their pa- is Naumann, Elizabeth Salvitti, Ryan Schafer, Ryan helped to do—bring sunlight to the shad- tients have been abusing addictive drugs or Carla Smith, Devin Vautier, Angelica Wunsch, ows. acquiring addictive drugs for others, even if a

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00059 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.323 E11PT1 E1926 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 patient has received prescriptions in other gentleman from Washington for bringing this I understand that this is a departure from states. Additionally, this bill has the potential legislation to the floor, and I urge my col- the typical form of disclosure, however I be- to significantly cut down on prescription drug leagues to support it. lieve the current environment under which abuse and to help physicians prescribe addict- f Corporate America operates needs to change. ive medications to patients who really need We must improve investor confidence, and ad- EXCESSIVE EXECUTIVE them without fear that the patient will abuse vance disclosure of excessive corporate com- COMPENSATION the drug. pensation will move us in that direction. Since my home state of Illinois instituted the f Illinois Triplicate Prescription Control Program HON. TERRY EVERETT in 1961, the program has been successful in OF ALABAMA REASSESSING FOOD LAWS combating prescription drug abuse back IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES home. Now it is time to build on that success Friday, October 8, 2004 HON. ED WHITFIELD by creating a federal network so that state Mr. EVERETT. Mr. Speaker, on the two- OF KENTUCKY programs can be coordinated nationally. year anniversary of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, it IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, this is an opportunity for this is worth noting that this country has seen an Friday, October 8, 2004 Congress to recognize that the abuse of pre- increase in consumer and investor confidence, Mr. WHITFIELD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today scription drugs is a serious problem in this and a significant market recovery. Corporate to discuss an important issue facing the next country. The National All Schedules Prescrip- scandals and plunging stock prices forced Congress. Since enactment of the Nutrition tion Electronic Reporting Act of 2003 is a large Congress to pass the most sweeping regula- Labeling and Education Act of 1990, obesity part of the solution. tion of corporate activity since the 1930s, rates in America have soared, including f when the SEC was created. Many positive developments have resulted among children. PANCREATIC ISLET CELL from the passage of Sarbanes-Oxley, however According to a recent briefing provided by TRANSPLANTATION ACT OF 2004 more can be done. I fear that we have not the Institute of Food Technologists, ‘‘the most recent data from NHANES (National Health SPEECH OF seen the last of the corporate abuse exhibited by the Enrons and Worldcoms of the world, and Nutrition Examination Survey) in 2002, 65 HON. RAHM EMANUEL especially with regard to the raiding of pension percent of Americans were overweight or obese, 30 percent were obese and 4.9 per- OF ILLINOIS funds. cent were extremely obese. Over 400,000 in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I am concerned about a growing number of dividuals die each year due to poor diet and Tuesday, October 5, 2004 corporate executives in America who are less than fully accountable to their shareholders or physical inactivity. For the first time in 100 Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong employees. Some continue to demand and re- years, children face shorter life spans then support of H.R. 3858, the Pancreatic Islet Cell ceive outrageous salaries and perks while their parents, as the obesity rate for children Transplantation Act. As a cosponsor of H.R. their companies flounder. In some cases, has doubled since 1980. The total estimated 3858, I recognize that this bill will aid the med- these executives face civil and criminal inves- direct and indirect costs of obesity in the U.S. ical community as it learns more about the po- tigations for fraud and corruption. exceed $117 billion annually. Less than 1/3 of tential of islet cell transplantation. More impor- The current environment under which Cor- adults engage in the recommended amounts tantly, it will help increase the supply of porate America pays its executives allows for of physical activity. In fact, more than 25 per- pancreata that can be used for islet transplan- minimal, if any, input by the shareholders. Of- cent of Americans report no leisure time activ- tation, while also better coordinating the efforts tentimes their will is often suppressed, as was ity at all.’’ of those involved in the process. Innovations the case with Alcoa Inc. in 2003 when the While evidence suggests that the increase in this field can help people suffering from board of directors rejected a proposal ap- in obesity rates is due primarily to a decline in Type I diabetes to live without daily injections proved by the majority of shareholders that physical activity rather than an increase in ca- of insulin. urged the board of directors to seek share- loric consumption, the problem will not be According to the American Diabetes Asso- holder approval for future severance agree- solved by increased physical activity alone. ciation, there are 18.2 million diabetics in ments with senior executives. Boards of direc- For the sake of public health, many Americans America, a figure that accounts for 6.3 percent tors continue to reward their executives with must modify both their diets and physical ac- of our population. The Pancreatic Islet Cell outrageous retirement packages regardless of tivity practices. Transplantation Act is a strong step forward the company’s performance. Not only is the We in Congress should examine whether on the path to significantly improving the qual- discrepancy between pay and performance a our current food labeling laws are providing for ity of life for these Americans. problem, but the fact that the disclosure to the nutrition information, including claims re- Individuals with Type I diabetes are depend- shareholders comes months after the pay- garding the health effects and nutritional com- ent on insulin injections because their own im- ments is also troubling. position of foods, that consumers need. A re- mune systems destroy the islet beta cells that One of the most disturbing facts of these alistic appraisal of our food labeling law pro- create insulin. Islet transplantation involves misguided or criminal actions by corporate vides a mixed review: taking islet cells from a donor pancreas and leaders is that their employees see their hard- The law effectively prohibits false or mis- implanting them into a recipient where the earned profit sharing plans disappear. Yet, leading nutrition information. Uniform food beta cells from the islets begin to make and these corporate ‘rock stars’ ride off with their labeling laws facilitate consumer education release insulin. The goal is to eventually be guaranteed benefits package intact, while the and the efficient flow of commerce. The Nutrition Labeling and Education Act able to infuse enough islets so that diabetics workers and shareholders take it on the chin. (NLEA) and its implementing regulations can control their glucose levels without need- Their investments and savings, tied to cor- took a prescriptive approach that empha- ing painful insulin injections. porate growth and built up over the years, sized fat, which effectively de-emphasized By ensuring the certification or recertification have vanished. Plans of retirement are halted, the very important consideration of total of islet transplantations and research under either permanently or indefinitely; and many calories in a food. Though well intentioned, the Public Health Service Act, this bill will aid workers find themselves forced to work in their this approach may have exacerbated dietary in further developing this medical break- golden years. problems. through. This bill will break down barriers that Today, I have introduced legislation to re- The highly prescriptive approach of the now stand in the way of this treatment. Also, quire an advance disclosure to a company’s NLEA, combined with the Food and Drug Ad- by mandating an annual assessment on pan- shareholders upon the creation or increase in ministration’s (FDA) cumbersome approval creatic islet cell transplantation, we can guar- special retirement plans for executives. This process, have resulted in the agency often antee that this procedure and the Americans could bring desperately needed transparency standing in the way of providing truthful, non- who need it are not forgotten. to the boardroom. Under current law, benefits misleading information to consumers. FDA has Mr. Speaker, when a moment is at hand payable under these plans are not considered lost every major First Amendment case re- where we can improve the health of the citi- reportable compensation, which is why this garding implementation of the NLEA. In the zens of our great country, it is incumbent upon disclosure is necessary. This would allow landmark decision, Pearson v. Shalala, 164 us to do so. The Pancreatic Islet Cell Trans- shareholders to be proactive in determining F.3d 650 (D.C. Cir. 1999), reh’g, en banc, de- plantation Act of 2004 presents us with pre- whether or not their CEO deserves the mil- nied, 172 F.3d 72 (D.C. Cir. 1999), the D.C. cisely one of those moments. I commend the lions he or she is getting paid. Circuit Court of Appeals even characterized

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00060 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.326 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1927 the government’s defense of its stifling, mori- IN MEMORY OF THOMAS vided Congress with 41 recommendations to bund regulatory approach as ‘‘almost frivo- LAUBACHER, SR. help keep our Nation secure and our people lous.’’ Our law and regulatory systems cannot safe in the face of rising dangers and threats continue to block or excessively delay delivery HON. ELTON GALLEGLY throughout the world. of truthful, non-misleading information to OF CALIFORNIA These recommendations were targeted at American consumers. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES eliminating terrorist organizations, at pre- venting the continued growth of fundamentalist To its great credit, the FDA has recently Friday, October 8, 2004 started to issue enforcement discretion letters. Islamic terrorism, and at protecting against that indicate the agency would not take en- Mr. GALLEGLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay and preparing for future attacks. forcement action against particular qualified tribute to the memory of Thomas Laubacher, In my judgment, the 9/11 Commission report health claims that it has determined are truth- community leader and elected official from my should have made our job easy. But instead, ful and non-misleading, even though those, district who passed away September 26 at the we find ourselves faced with a bill that dan- claims have not been approved pursuant to age of 91. gerously ignores some of the Commission’s the excruciatingly slow NLEA process. While I Tom Laubacher was a native son of Ventura most important recommendations, and adds have reservations about this approach, it is County, California, having been born to a pio- hundreds of pages of extraneous and con- clearly a reasoned attempt to be less obstruc- neering Oxnard family on August 29, 1913. troversial provisions that may do little or noth- tive of truthful, non-misleading food label During his life, Tom Laubacher was a farmer ing to better secure our nation. statements. For its part, this FDA initiative is on his family’s 150–acre farm, located be- Let me be clear. I do support the bill’s provi- likely to improve public health. However, it ap- tween Doris Avenue and Teal Club Road; an sions that identify the target terrorist sanc- pears that Congress could do more. oilman for Union Oil Company; and a B–26 tuaries; that focus U.S. efforts on some of the pilot instructor for the U.S. Army Air Corps. Some of these observations are not new. In most critical parts of the world in the war on In 1954 he took over Laubacher Insurance terrorism, such as Pakistan and Saudi Arabia; 1997, Congress enacted the Food and Drug Agency and Real Estate, which his father had Administration Modernization Act (FDAMA), and that reform the homeland security grant founded in 1903. It remains in the family process to ensure that higher threat cities re- which provided for streamlined procedures for today. Tom Laubacher’s son, Thomas allowing certain products and claims to get to ceive more funds. Laubacher, Jr., now runs the business. I’d like to emphasize that last point. market. Simply put, FDA can say ‘‘no’’ with In 1964, Tom Laubacher ran for the Board As I travel through my District and New relative ease and speed, but has extensive of Supervisors for the same reason I ran for York State, what I hear most from police offi- clearance procedures with correspondingly the Simi Valley City Council 15 years later: a cers and firefighters is that we need to change long time requirements to say ‘‘yes’’ to any pe- belief that the business community needed the funding formula to ensure that areas fac- tition. So, FDAMA provided for notifications for better representation in government. He ing the highest threats—like New York—will indirect food additives, as well as for health served three terms on the Board of Super- get the increased funding need to face those claims and nutrient content claims based upon visors and I had the privilege of serving with threats head-on. We don’t have another 3 authoritative statements of certain scientific him on the Regional Sanitation Board about years to get this done—it needs to get done bodies or the National Academy of Sciences. 25 years ago. now. As long as a State like Wyoming gets Under that system, if FDA does not object to Integrity is the word most associated with seven times the amount of funding that New a notification within a specified period, the his public service, his business dealings and York receives, changing the funding formula FDAMA requirements are deemed satisfied his community work. must be this Congress’s priority. and the product or claim approved. Thanks to A devout Catholic—his Uncle John was the I believe this bill makes important changes addition of these provisions, FDA has more first assistant pastor at Santa Clara Parish— to the funding formula and I am proud to have expeditiously approved health claims that have Tom was a member of Oxnard Council 750 of helped to craft a number of these provisions provided consumers helpful information re- the Knights of Columbus and served as the and to serve on the committee that guided the garding the relationships between potassium grand knight and district deputy. In 2002, he bill through the legislative process. and the risk of high blood pressure and stoke, received the cardinal’s award in recognition of But, unfortunately, I have serious objections and between whole grain foods and the risk of a lifetime of service to his church and commu- to many other provisions included in this bill heart disease and certain cancers, as well as nity. that do not have anything to do with intel- nutrient content claims identifying foods that Tom Laubacher also maintained a long rela- ligence reform and other 9/11 Commission are significant sources of choline and of DHA, tionship with the Sisters of Mercy and St. recommendations. EPA, and ALA, specific omega–3 fatty acids. John’s Regional Medical Center. He became In my judgment, there are more effective Broader use of this concept must be consid- the first lay member of its board of directors and efficient ways of protecting our national ered if we are to continue to allow FDA to and later the board’s first lay president. security without infringing on the rights or civil block a product or claim before it gets to mar- Tom Laubacher is survived by his wife of 60 liberties of our Nation’s citizens and immi- ket, but expect advances in science to reach years, Helen, four children and 17 grand- grants. market without delay that is unacceptably children. While the 9/11 Commission report made costly in terms of public health and capital in- Mr. Speaker, I know my colleagues join me several recommendations regarding border se- vestment. in sending our condolences to Helen ‘‘Holly’’ curity and immigration policy, it did not call for Finally, FDA pre-market responsibilities re- Laubacher, their children and grandchildren, the undermining of the due process rights of garding foods are extensive and include a and pause in remembering a man for whom many immigrants by significantly expending number of matters that are not critical to public integrity was a way of life. Godspeed, Tom. expedited deportation laws; raising the bar health protection, such as temporary permits f substantially for a grant of asylum; or author- for test marketing of a food in contemplation of izing the government to deport foreign nation- amending its regulatory standard of identity. 9/11 RECOMMENDATIONS IMPLEMENTATION ACT als to countries that lack a functioning govern- Often, FDA has explained that they are not ment—or worse—condone and permit torture. handling such matters with a responsible pace SPEECH OF And, while the 9/11 Commission report rec- because they are low priorities. As a matter of ommended that we improve FBI counterintel- public health protection, such prioritization HON. NITA M. LOWEY ligence capabilities, it did not recommend that makes sense. However, it is time for us to re- OF NEW YORK Congress allow the government to secretly in- view provisions of law and regulation that re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vestigate an individual suspected of terrorism quire agency pre-market approvals regarding Thursday, October 7, 2004 without having to prove that person is con- low priority matters. If pre-market regulatory nected to a foreign power. scrutiny needs to be maintained regarding The House in Committee of the Whole House on the State of the Union had under And finally, while the 9/11 Commission Re- such matters, consideration should be given to consideration the bill (H.R. 10) to provide for port called for federal standards for identifica- substituting notification procedures for the dys- reform of the intelligence community, ter- tion documents, including drivers’ licenses, it functional processes in place at this time. rorism prevention and prosecution, border did not recommend that immigrants should be Mr. Speaker, I share these observations so security, and international cooperation and denied a driver’s license. that my colleagues may consider them prior to coordination, and for other purposes: While I do believe that the Federal Govern- initiating work of the next Congress and in Mrs. LOWEY. Mr. Chairman, 3 months ago, ment should have a role in helping States to hopes of stimulating debate on the subject. the bipartisan September 11 Commission pro- coordinate efforts to strengthen the security of

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00061 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.330 E11PT1 E1928 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 drivers’ licenses, this bill would unnecessarily and Public Relations at the National Center for for a monitoring program following a disaster take away the power of States to set eligibility Disability Services. Among his duties was the when the President determines a monitoring and documentation criteria for drivers’ li- planning of foundation fund-raisers, including program is needed. This monitoring program censes. the Center’s Annual Celebrity Sports Night would be set up to screen the health of af- My colleagues, the focus on immigrants and Dinner. Don was also responsible for securing fected individuals. By creating a coordinated the expansion of federal powers of surveil- corporate and foundation grants for the edu- monitoring program we can provide valuable lance since September 11 has diverted atten- cation of young children with severe disabil- information to affected individuals and we can tion from other critical security lapses that ities. assure our first responders that we will con- should be addressed in this bill, such as un- For over 25 years, Don has served as Di- tinue to care about the health affects after the funded State and local homeland security rector of the Nassau County Office for the disaster. I urge my colleagues to support this needs, lack of adequate security at our na- Physically Challenged where he has always legislation. tion’s airport, intelligence gathering failures, exhibited consummate diligence and tireless f and the substantial evidence of incompetence effort. In this capacity, he has worked to enact and lack of coordination at the Department of State and Federal legislation to enhance the TRIBUTE TO THE MEN OF 2ND Homeland Security. lives of both disabled children and adults. The BATTALION 7TH MARINES However, at the end of the day, I believe pinnacle of Don’s career was in 1990 when that Congress has an obligation to act as ex- his efforts led to the passage of the Americans HON. DAVE CAMP peditiously as possible to make this country, with Disabilities Act. Today, he continues to OF MICHIGAN and indeed the world, a safer place. I don’t support civil rights policies for the inclusion of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES believe that this should be done on the backs disabled persons in the workplace, commerce, Friday, October 8, 2004 of immigrants and law-abiding American citi- transportation, education, and health care. zens, and I’m going to work to make sure that During October, which is Disability Employ- Mr. CAMP. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay doesn’t happen. ment Awareness Month, the Department of special tribute to men of the 2nd Battalion 7th But I don’t want a single New Yorker, or Health and Human Services seeks to recog- Marines (2/7) that have recently returned from American, to lose sleep at night because Con- nize the efforts of those who have made a their tour of duty in Iraq. Specifically, I would gress failed to accomplish what we all agree contribution to the disabled in both the public like to honor Corporal Justin Perez, Lance is our highest priority—protecting America. We and private sectors. Although Don has re- Corporal Andrew Kingscott, Lance Corporal are 3 years after the attacks of September 11 ceived numerous distinctions in the past, this Justin Sebring, and Lance Corporal Ben and 3 months after the Commission issued its award distinguishes the national impact that Gunderson, of my district, for their outstanding recommendations. We simply cannot wait any he has had over the past three decades. service in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. longer to move forward on these critical re- Mr. Dreyer’s tireless commitment to his job These proud Marines exemplify the honor forms. has made a difference in the lives of many. and tradition that the Marine Corps stands for. So, my vote today is only a vote to protect Once again, I would like to offer my congratu- These men have offered their lives for an idea the changed funding formula that prioritizes lations to him on this well-deserved national greater than any one of us as individuals—the high-risk areas like New York, my home state, recognition and wish him the best of luck in right of all God’s children to live in freedom. and to move this measure to conference with his future endeavors. Through their courage, the flame of freedom the Senate, which has passed a bill that more f has been lit; through their bravery its warmth closely embodies the 9/11 Commission rec- and light continue to shine on America; and ommendations. And I can assure you that if DISASTER AREA HEALTH AND EN- through their courage its rays of hope and op- the conference report that comes before our VIRONMENTAL MONITORING ACT portunity now reach a nation of people. Their House is not significantly improved from what actions laid the groundwork for a safe and we have today, I will vote against it. HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY democratic Iraq, which will ultimately make the But for today, we must move this process OF NEW YORK United States and the world a safer place. forward to ultimately try to enact legislation IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Their character is measured not only by that will truly and comprehensively improve their efforts in the field; it is measured by the Friday, October 8, 2004 our national intelligence structure. hope they brought to the oppressed, the free- f Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, today I am dom they brought to the terrorized, and the introducing the Disaster Area Health and Envi- IN RECOGNITION OF DON DREYER, bravery and fortitude with which they com- ronmental Monitoring Act with my colleagues RECIPIENT OF SECRETARY OF pleted their mission. I am honored today to Representatives TIM BISHOP, SHAYS, SERRANO, HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES recognize Corporal Justin Perez, Lance Cor- MCINTYRE, MCDERMOTT, and SCHAKOWSKY. DEPARTMENT AWARD poral Andrew Kingscott, Lance Corporal Justin During a disaster our first responders hero- Sebring, and Lance Corporal Ben Gunderson ically rush to the disaster area with little regard for their exemplary service on behalf of their HON. CAROLYN McCARTHY for their personal safety in hopes of saving country, and thank them for their work. OF NEW YORK others. We owe it to them to at least monitor f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their health when it has been put at risk. Un- Friday, October 8, 2004 fortunately, no such program exists. There is COMMENDING DR. ROBERT STUART Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. Mr. Speak- no better example of this than what has hap- er, I rise today on behalf of the people of the pened in the aftermath of 9/11. 4th Congressional District to recognize Don Today, more than 3 years after 9/11, there HON. HENRY E. BROWN, JR. Dreyer of Rockville Centre, NY. are literally thousands of individuals who are OF SOUTH CAROLINA I am extremely honored to congratulate Mr. still sick as a direct result of their work in and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Dreyer upon being named by Health and around Ground Zero. Included in the sick are Friday, October 8, 2004 Human Services Secretary Tommy Thompson police officers, firefighters, volunteers, resi- as one of the eight people nationwide to re- dents, and area workers. Despite a clear Mr. BROWN of South Carolina. Mr. Speak- ceive the prestigious Secretary Recognition need, there is still no one in the Federal Gov- er. I am pleased to have the opportunity to Award. Receipt of such an honor is testament ernment in charge of caring for these individ- talk about a positive, life-affirming journey to Don’s impressive record of over thirty years uals, there are no coordination among pro- which represents the best and the brightest of of work on behalf of disabled persons. grams established to screen these illnesses my district. It is with tremendous pride that I Born with brittle bone disease, Don Dreyer and there is no Federal program that provides rise today to commend Dr. Robert Stuart from was homebound until the age of 15. He has anyone with any treatment. This is why we are Charleston, SC, for being one of the 20 cy- never let the fact that he is in a wheelchair be introducing the Disaster Area Health and Envi- clists to participate in the Bristol-Myers Squibb a handicap. Instead, he has spent much of his ronmental Monitoring Act. This is the com- Tour of HopeTM. life seeing to it that the twenty percent of our panion to S. 1279, which was introduced by The Tour of Hope is a grueling eight-day nation’s population who are disabled do not Senators VOINOVICH and CLINTON in the Sen- bike journey across America that is designed see themselves as handicapped either. ate and passed by unanimous consent. to help raise awareness about the need for in- Don began his crusade for the disabled in The Disaster Area Health and Environ- creased participation in cancer clinical trials. 1971 when he served as Director of Media mental Monitoring Act would create a standard The cross-country tour is the brainchild of

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00062 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.335 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1929 Bristol-Myers Squibb and Lance Armstrong, grams, activities, standards, or regulations Assembly Member Firebaugh was first elect- six-time Tour de France winner and cancer administered by the Secretary through the ed to the California State Assembly to rep- survivor, who credits his survival to the many National Highway Traffic Safety Adminis- resent the 50th Assembly District in November tration, but does not include those provi- people before him who participated in the clin- sions within the jurisdiction of the Com- 1998. He easily won re-election and was ical trials that ultimately led to the develop- mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- sworn into office on December 2, 2002, to ment of the treatment that saved his life. ture. serve his third term. As Robert begins the Tour of Hope on Octo- Accordingly I will waive the Committee’s As Assembly Majority Floor Leader, ber 1 in Los Angeles, he will be one of 20 cy- consideration of this legislation. By agreeing Firebaugh has been responsible for all matters clists chosen from nearly 1,200 riders who to waive its consideration of the bill, how- that are relevant to the order of business on were eager to dedicate themselves to being a ever, the Energy and Commerce Committee the Assembly floor. Furthermore, he has does not waive its jurisdiction over H.R. 5163. part of the effort to cure cancer. The Tour of In addition, the Energy and Commerce Com- served as one of the chief negotiators for As- Hope Team members are cancer survivors, mittee reserves its right to seek conferees on sembly Democrats. caregivers, physicians, nurses, and research- any provisions of the bill that are within its In 2002, Assembly Member Firebaugh was ers. Each of them has a very personal experi- jurisdiction during any House-Senate con- elected Chair of the California Latino Legisla- ence with cancer that makes their efforts all ference that may be convened on this legisla- tive Caucus and thus was responsible for de- the more poignant. Supporting and awaiting tion. I ask for your commitment to support veloping the annual Caucus’ Agenda for Cali- Robert and the rest of the riders at stops any request by the Energy and Commerce fornia’s Working Families. He has focused on Committee for conferees on H.R. 5163 or across America’s great landscape will be can- similar legislation. providing resources to schools, increasing ac- cer survivors, family members, friends, med- I request that you include this letter and cess to health care and affordable housing, ical practitioners, researchers, and govern- your response in the Congressional Record and championing immigrant rights. ment officials, all of whom share the riders’ during consideration of the legislation on His legislative tenure has been highlighted passion and commitment to finding a cure for the House floor. Thank you for your atten- with far-reaching accomplishments in numer- cancer. tion to these matters. ous policy areas. Assembly Member To achieve his goal of riding across America Sincerely, Firebaugh’s effort to ensure that California Robert will have to undertake a rigorous train- JOE BARTON, Chairman. high school students have the opportunity to ing schedule, battle inclement weather, and pursue a college education, regardless of their endure physical and mental fatigue, so that COMMITTEE ON TRANSPORTATION immigration status, illustrates his strong com- the tour’s message—the need to support can- AND INFRASTRUCTURE, mitment to the people he represents. cer research—can be delivered to commu- Washington, DC, October 6, 2004. As Chairman of the Select Committee on nities across our great country. Hon. JOE BARTON, California-Mexico Affairs, Assembly Member A selfless act, such as this, truly deserves Chairman, Committee on Energy and Commerce, Firebaugh has done extensive work in estab- to be publicly acknowledged, and I look for- Rayburn Building, Washington, DC. lishing a strong working relationship between DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: Thank you for your ward to tracking Robert’s progress. It is my letter of October 6, 2004 regarding H.R. 5163, California and Mexico. Through his committee hope that in these fiscally challenging times the Norman Y. Mineta Research and Special work, he has launched creative initiatives to my colleagues and I will continue to make Programs Reorganization Act, and for your establish a Sister-State partnership with funding for cancer research a priority for the willingness to waive consideration of provi- Jalisco, a key state in Mexico. He has also led nation. sions in the bill that fall within your Com- efforts to reform money transmission services I offer my heartfelt thanks and appreciation mittee’s jurisdiction under House Rules. and disclosures to protect consumers in Cali- to Robert for his generosity of spirit, time, and I agree that your waiving consideration of fornia. these provisions of H.R. 5163 does not waive fortitude. It is precisely this type of commit- your Committee’s jurisdiction over the bill. Throughout his career, Assembly Member ment that will allow us to conquer cancer once I also acknowledge your right to seek con- Firebaugh has continuously demonstrated his and for all. ferees on any provisions that are under your dedication to his profession, community and f Committee’s jurisdiction during any House- family. An avid art enthusiast, Assembly Mem- Senate conference on H.R. 5163 or similar ber Firebaugh continues to seek out resources NORMAN Y. MINETA RESEARCH legislation, and will support your request for and facilities to further enable the creativity of AND SPECIAL PROGRAMS IM- conferees on such provisions. the community to flourish. As a family man, he PROVEMENT ACT As you request, your letter and this re- sponse will be included in the Congressional enjoys spending quality time with his son SPEECH OF Record. Nicolas and attending his daughter Ariana’s Thank you for your cooperation in moving soccer games. HON. DON YOUNG this legislation to the House Floor. From one public servant to another, I praise OF ALASKA Sincerely, Assembly Member Marco Antonio Firebaugh IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DON YOUNG, for his service and dedication to the commu- Chairman. Wednesday, October 6, 2004 nity. f f Mr. YOUNG of Alaska. Mr. Speaker, I sub- mit the following two letters for the RECORD. RECOGNIZING MARCO ANTONIO HONORING THE SERVICE OF NA- The Hon. DON YOUNG, FIREBAUGH TIVE AMERICAN INDIANS IN THE Chairman, Committee on Transportation and UNITED STATES ARMED FORCES Infrastructure, House of Representatives, HON. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ Rayburn House Office Building, Wash- OF CALIFORNIA SPEECH OF ington, DC IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DEAR CHAIRMAN YOUNG: I am writing with HON. MIKE McINTYRE Friday, October 8, 2004 regard to H.R. 5163, the Norman Y. Mineta OF NORTH CAROLINA Research and Special Programs Reorganiza- ´ Ms. LINDA T. SANCHEZ of California. Mr. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion Act, which was ordered reported by the Speaker, on December 6, 2004, Marco Anto- Committee on Transportation and Infra- Tuesday, October 5, 2004 structure on September 29, 2004. As you nio Firebaugh, the Assembly Majority Floor Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in sup- know, the Energy and Commerce Committee Leader for the State of California, will term-out received a named additional referral upon in- of the Assembly after six distinguished years port of House Concurrent Resolution 306, of troduction. of public service. which I am a cosponsor, which passed the I understand that you will include an Assembly Member Firebaugh was born on U.S. House of Representatives on October 5, amendment when the bill goes to the floor. October 13, 1966, in Baja California, Mexico. 2004. This important legislation honors the The intent of new section 4(b) is to clarify He made California his permanent residence service of Native American Indians in the U.S. that nothing in H.R. 5163 alters the jurisdic- in 1970. Armed Forces. tion of the Committee on Energy and Com- In 1990, Assembly Member Firebaugh I have the privilege of representing the larg- merce over the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Specifi- earned his Bachelor’s of Arts Degree in Polit- est tribe of Native Americans east of the Mis- cally, section (b)(1) and (2) states that noth- ical Science from the University of California, sissippi River—the Lumbee Tribe. Approxi- ing in this Act shall grant any authority to Berkeley. He subsequently earned his Juris mately 52,000 strong, about 40,000 members the Research and Innovative Technology Ad- Doctorate from the University of California, of this tribe live in my home county—Robeson ministration over research and other pro- Los Angeles, School of Law in 1997. County, North Carolina.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:13 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00063 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.339 E11PT1 E1930 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 Many Lumbee Indians have served our Na- Hyperbaric Medicine, and the Alisa Ann Ruch land in recent years. This legislation would tion with distinction, such as Rear Admiral Mi- Foundation. In addition, he serves as Director provide additional incentives and tools to fur- chael Holmes, who hails from my hometown of the Grossman Burn Center, Director of the ther promote this development. It would allow of Lumberton and who is the first Native Grossman Burn Unit, and Director of Re- owners of real property to avoid capital gains American to become an admiral in the U.S. search-Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy. upon the sale of that property, provided they Navy. I visited with Admiral Holmes in Europe His past involvement with the California then invest those proceeds into a qualifying last year, as I did with Army Specialist Jona- Health Care Commission and a Judicial Nomi- renewable fuels facility. than Brooks of Pembroke, who also is from nation Evaluation Commission to the State Bar This bill will provide several benefits Robeson County. These gentlemen are just Association demonstrates Dr. Grossman’s throughout rural America and across the coun- two of the many Lumbees serving our country. commitment to civic duty. In 1994, he was try. It will help farmers and ranchers diversify Lumbee veterans also serve on my Seventh named Honorary Fire Chief for the City of Los their operations through investment in value- Congressional District Advisory Committee on Angeles, and was inducted into the California added agriculture. It will extend to all land- Military and Veterans Affairs. Department of Firefighters’ Hall of Fame. owners an additional option when they seek to In addition to the Lumbee Tribe, I also rep- Mr. Speaker, Dr. Grossman is a compas- sell their real property. Often, in my part of the resent two other tribes—the Coharie Tribe, sionate and sympathetic man, which is evident country, older individuals are forced to sell which has a tribal membership of more than through his work with San Fernando Valley their property as they retire from farming and 2,400, and the Waccamaw-Siouan Tribe, firefighters. His expert care of burn-injured fire- ranching. They then must invest their pro- which consists of a membership of approxi- fighters is indispensable. He is actively in- ceeds from this sale in order to provide them- mately 2,000. Members of each of these tribes volved in developing training programs for the selves a retirement income. This bill will en- have served honorably in the military. For ex- care of burn injuries. Please join me in recog- able them to avoid capital gains taxes and ample, the Coharie Tribal Chief, Mr. Gene nizing Dr. Richard Grossman, a distinguished provide them with an equity stake in a bur- Faircloth, is a Vietnam combat veteran and physician who has made it possible for many geoning industry. served in the U.S. Marine Corps for 6 years. burn victims to triumph over their injuries. His It also will provide a new revenue stream for And, approximately 100 members of the dedication and expertise provide comfort and the ethanol and other renewable fuel facilities Waccamaw-Siouan Tribe have served honor- life to many. that are in discussion and development stages today. This will, in turn, reduce our depend- ably in conflicts since World War II. Unfortu- f nately, on October 2, 2004, the Waccamaw- ence on foreign sources of oil, promote in- Siouan Tribe lost one of its esteemed mem- RENEWABLE ENERGY FINANCING creased use of clean-burning renewable ener- bers, Mr. Ernest Sylvester ‘‘E.S.’’ Jacobs, who INCENTIVE ACT gies, and provide new economic growth op- valiantly served in the U.S. Armed Forces dur- portunities throughout rural America. I urge my ing World War II. HON. STEPHANIE HERSETH colleagues to support this legislation and yield I am proud of the contributions that all Na- OF SOUTH DAKOTA back the balance of my time. tive Americans, including those that make up IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f the Lumbee, Coharie and Waccamaw-Siouan Friday, October 8, 2004 HONORING ROBERT PARKER Tribes, have made to our great country, and I applaud them for their rich tradition of Ms. HERSETH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. MIKE THOMPSON strength, wisdom, commitment and service. I introduce a bill that will provide important in- OF CALIFORNIA commend them and all those in uniform who centives for farmers and landowners across IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have volunteered to defend the rights and the country to invest in the construction of re- freedoms that we all hold dear. May God newable fuels facilities. Friday, October 8, 2004 bless each of them and their families as they This bill, called the Renewable Energy Fi- Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, continue to serve valiantly our country. nancing Incentive (REFI) Act is a carefully I rise to pay tribute to one of the most prolific crafted piece of legislation that would give f and respected wine writers in the history of landowners in South Dakota and across the our Nation, if not the entire world. It is only fit- IN RECOGNITION OF DR. RICHARD country additional tax planning tools when ting that we recognize the distinguished career GROSSMAN they chose to dispose of real property. At the of Robert M. Parker, Jr. on this, the 25th anni- same time, it would encourage investment in versary of the first publication of his semi- HON. BRAD SHERMAN renewable fuel production facilities. annual journal, the Wine Advocate. OF CALIFORNIA Throughout the United States, the ethanol On October 22 and 23, 2004, the world-re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES industry is growing at an impressive rate. In nowned Culinary Institute of America (C.I.A.) fact, over the past several decades, it has Friday, October 8, 2004 will host a gala weekend of events to honor been one of the most dramatic success stories the long career of Mr. Parker. I can think of no Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in manufacturing in this country. better place than the C.I.A. to have such an pay tribute to Dr. Richard Grossman for his In 1980, there were only 175 million gallons event, given all that Mr. Parker has done to devoted efforts to improving the lives of burn of ethanol produced in the United States. In further the enjoyment of fine wine and good victims in the San Fernando Valley and the 2004, we will produce more than 3.1 billion food. Nation. gallons of ethanol in 74 different processing Robert Parker was born in Baltimore, Mary- Dr. Grossman is an ally to firefighters, chil- facilities. In addition, dozens of new plants are land in 1947. The first 30 years of his life were dren, and those who have sustained burn inju- either under construction or in meaningful filled with college, law school and a 10-year ries. He brings hope, comfort, and life into sit- planning stages across the country. According career in corporate America. In August of uations where they might otherwise seem non- to industry sources, 30 percent of all gasoline 1978, the Wine Advocate was born with less existent. sold in the United States this year will be than 600 subscribers. Today, the Wine Advo- Dr. Grossman is board certified in both gen- blended with ethanol. That is an impressive cate has over 40,000 subscribers in all 50 eral surgery and plastic surgery. He holds record of growth. states and 37 countries around the world. membership in numerous societies, including Even more significant, much of this growth Mr. Speaker, over the course of 25 years of the American Burn Association, the American is driven by the agricultural producers who ac- writing his newsletter, Mr. Parker has become Society for Aesthetic Plastic Surgery, the tually grow the primary feedstock. In dozens of known as one of the world’s foremost experts American Society of Plastic and Reconstruc- instances, corn farmers and other agricultural on wine. Mr. Parker pioneered an innovative tive Surgery, the California Medical Associa- producers have banded together to form co- approach to wine criticism. Rather than limiting tion, the San Fernando Valley Surgical Soci- operatives and other ventures that produce his ratings to a letter scale or a scale of 1–10, ety, and the International Society for Burn Vic- ethanol. This has the double benefit of in- Mr. Parker rates wine on a scale of 50–100. tims. He has been president of the Los Ange- creasing the compensation they receive for This scale has become a widely accepted les Society of Plastic Surgeons. He has been the corn they grow and also providing them method of reviewing wines. also associated with a number of other organi- with income from the ethanol and the byprod- However, Mr. Parker’s rating scale only ac- zations including the Foundation for Burn Re- ucts these facilities produce. counts for a small portion of his wine reviews. search, the Los Angeles Society of Plastic This cooperative formula is one of the few Mr. Parker compiles extensive tasting notes Surgeons, the National Coalition of Burn Cen- tools that have driven real economic develop- highlighting each aspect of the wines he re- ter Hospitals, the American College of ment in rural counties throughout the heart- views. He is known for pinpointing the color,

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00064 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.343 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1931 tastes and aroma of a wine and eloquently The finalists for the 2004 Discovery Channel kills is proof enough that more research is cru- translating these attributes into prose. Young Scientist Challenge are: Kasey cial to eliminate these terrible diseases. In addition to publishing the Wine Advocate, Borchardt of Vernon, Texas; Pinaki Bose of A cure for all children fighting cancer is with- Mr. Parker has written 11 books on wine. His Fort Worth, Texas; Rebecca Chan of in our grasp. By further developing the Federal first book, Bordeaux, was published in 1985 Encinitas, California; Sara Clark of Pipe partnership with CureSearch and increasing and was met with critical acclaim worldwide. Creek, Texas; Shireen Dhir of Kathleen, Geor- funding for research, we can eliminate these Mr. Parker has been a powerful advocate of gia; Nicholas Ekladyous of Imlay City, Michi- diseases within our lifetime. By uniting to fight the international wine industry. In a 1998 arti- gan; Julia Fanning of San Antonio, Texas; childhood cancers, soon there will be a day cle, Los Angeles Times media critic David Austin Fullmer of Glendale, California; Sherri when every child with cancer can be guaran- Shaw called Parker, ‘‘the most powerful critic Gerten of Columbus Grove, Ohio; Joy Hines teed a cure. of any kind, any where.’’ Mr. Parker’s reviews of Fort Wayne, Indiana; Daniel Jakubisin of f have steadily guided wine consumers for Fairview Park, Ohio; Christine Johns of Cape many years. Coral, Florida; Sravya Keremane of Gaines- HONORING JANET REDDING ON Mr. Speaker, at this time I think it is appro- ville, Florida; Kevin Lane of Flora Vista, New HER RETIREMENT FROM SAN priate that we honor and congratulate Robert Mexico; Amanda Lu of Plano, Texas; Philip JOSE STATE UNIVERSITY Parker on his 25 years of publishing the Wine Mansour of San Ramon, California; David Advocate and we thank Mr. Parker for his Marash-Whitman of Saratogo, California; HON. ZOE LOFGREN service as a tireless champion of the wine in- Shannon McClintock of San Diego, California; OF CALIFORNIA dustry. Elijah Mena of Gales Ferry, Connecticut; Mary IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Anne Messer of Hattiesburg, Mississippi; Friday, October 8, 2004 DISCOVERY CHANNEL YOUNG Maryam Mohammed of Niceville, Florida; Ana Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Speaker, Congressman SCIENTIST CHALLENGE Pedrajo of Coral Gables, Florida; Jordan Pen- nell of Jacksonville, Illinois; Molly Pettit of HONDA and I would like to congratulate Janet HON. SHERWOOD BOEHLERT Portland, Oregon; Jonathan Reasoner of Tuc- C. Redding, Vice President for University Ad- son, Arizona; Chana Rich of Fairfield, Con- vancement of San Jose1 State University OF NEW YORK (SJSU) as she retires after 19 years of dedi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES necticut; Anastasia Roda of Lancaster, Penn- sylvania; Michael Rutenberg-Schoenberg of cated and honorable service. Friday, October 8, 2004 Portland, Oregon; Celine Saucier of Midland, Redding was the Special Assistant to the Mr. BOEHLERT. Mr. Speaker, as Chairman Michigan; Anton Schraut of Pittsburgh, Penn- President for Governmental and External Re- of the House Committee on Science, I am an sylvania; David Sharples of East Windsor, lations for San Jose State University, Silicon avid supporter of programs that encourage the New Jersey; Dustin Shea of Jacksonville, Illi- Valley’s Metropolitan University. SJSU is the youth of America to push the limits of innova- nois; Daniella Sinay of Trumbull, Connecticut; oldest public institution on the West Coast tion and originality in science. One such pro- Janet Song of Audubon, Pennsylvania; Eric (founded in 1857) and one of the largest insti- gram is the Discovery Channel Young Sci- Strege of La Quinta, California; Adam Tazi of tutions in the 23-campus California State Uni- entist Challenge. Orlando, Florida; Blake Thompson of Gaines- versity System. With more than 3,000 employ- Created in 1999, Discovery Communica- ville, Florida; David Westrich of Cape ees, SJSU is the fourth largest public em- tions, Inc., designed the Discovery Channel Girardeau, Missouri; Kyle Yawn of Bonaire, ployer in Silicon Valley, with an annual oper- Young Scientist Challenge as part of the solu- Georgia; and Blake Zwerling of Portland, Or- ating budget of over $350 million. tion to America’s chronic underachievement in egon. A former schoolteacher at both public and science and math. The annual national contest At a time when science and technology private schools, Redding has been at SJSU responds to evidence that academic perform- plays such an enormous role in our lives, I be- for 19 years, where she oversees External, ance and interest in science among American lieve it is imperative that we continue to sup- Governmental and Community Relations. students declines dramatically as students be- port and nurture the next generation of young Under her leadership as Vice President for come older. This is particularly evident during scientists. I would like to congratulate these University Advancement contributions to the the middle school years. students for their dedication and hard work in university have totaled more than $100 million For these reasons, the Discovery Channel the name of science and wish them all good in the last decade. During her tenure, Redding Young Scientist Challenge identifies and hon- luck during the 2004 Discovery Channel created the Division of University Advance- ors America’s top middle school student who Young Scientist Challenge. ment by expanding the Alumni Association, demonstrates the best skills in leadership, the Office of Communications and Public Af- f teamwork, and scientific problem solving. fairs, and the Office of Development. She also More than 7,500 middle school students have TRIBUTE TO CURESEARCH created the President’s Advisory Council, entered the challenge since its inception in whose members serve as advocates and advi- order to compete for the title of ‘‘America’s HON. JIM SAXTON sors to the President of the university on Top Young Scientist of the Year.’’ Since 1999, OF NEW JERSEY issues affecting the university. In addition scholarship awards for the students have to- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Janet was involved with helping to secure both taled more than $450,000 and challenge win- public and private funds for the new Martin Lu- ners have participated in science-related trips Friday, October 8, 2004 ther King, Jr. joint library serving both the Uni- to far-off places, including the Roslin Institute Mr. SAXTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to com- versity and the City of San Jose. She helped in Midlothian, Scotland, and the El Yunque mend CureSearch for the admirable work it raise $10M from private sources and $90M rain forest in Puerto Rico. does to fight against childhood cancers, the from the California State Legislature. Over the On September 20, 2004, Discovery Commu- number one disease killer of children in the past two years she worked to secure Federal nications, Inc., announced the 40 middle United States today. funding for the CSU Coastal Initiative at Moss school students who have advanced to the CureSearch, a coalition between the Na- Landing and for Nanotechnology Research in finals of the Discovery Channel Young Sci- tional Childhood Cancer Foundation and Chil- the College of Engineering here at SJSU. entist Challenge. Selected from more than dren’s Oncology Group; which is comprised of A 1993 graduate of Leadership San Jose, 1,700 entrants, the finalists represent an elite over 5000 children’s oncologist around the Redding served on the San Jose Convention group of young Americans who demonstrated country, is on the frontlines of our nation’s war and Visitors Bureau Board for six years, in- exceptional creativity and communications against childhood cancer. Their efforts are cluding a term on the executive committee as skills in original science research projects. The making a considerable impact upon the lives treasurer. In 1997, San Jose Mayor Susan 40 finalists will come to Washington, D.C., Oc- of children who have been diagnosed. Hammer honored Janet as one of the Out- tober 23–27, where they will take part in the CureSearch’s work has enabled more than 77 standing Women of Silicon Valley. She is a Discovery Channel Young Scientist Challenge percent of those diagnosed to survive these member of the National Society of Fund Rais- finalist competition at University of Maryland’s diseases. This is dramatic impact considering ing Executives, Silicon Valley Chapter, the Cole Field House. They will compete in team- that forty years ago childhood cancer was al- Council for Advancement and Support of Edu- based, interactive challenges celebrating 100 most always fatal. cation, and the Silicon Valley Planned Giving years of Albert Einstein’s physics discoveries. Certainly, this is an improvement, but we Council. The winners will be announced at the awards are still not doing enough to prevent children Throughout the years, we have always been ceremony on October 27, 2004. from dying of cancer. The fact that cancer still impressed by her energy and dedication to the

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:13 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00065 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.346 E11PT1 E1932 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 many causes she has worked so hard for. She the conflict in Darfur and in addressing the en- safely to the Earth. The total amount of the leaves big shoes to fill and we will miss work- suing humanitarian crisis. cash prize for this demonstration is not to ex- ing with her for the betterment of San Jose I do not support H.R. 5061, Comprehensive ceed $100,000,000. State University. Good luck Janet. Peace in Sudan Act, however, because I be- Like the pioneers before them, I’m encour- f lieve it limits the President’s options in dealing aged that individuals like Burt Rutan, Mike with Sudan at a time when he should have Melvill and Brian Binnie, as well as others, will NATURAL HISTORY MUSEUM OF flexibility. I expect continued resolve from the open new frontiers that will continue to benefit LOS ANGELES COUNTY administration and believe that we should pre- American’s leadership role in space. The En- serve whatever flexibility is needed to move dowment legislation is a small step in the right HON. DIANE E. WATSON toward effective solutions in Sudan. direction. OF CALIFORNIA f f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPACE AND AERONAUTICS PRIZE TAIWAN’S NATIONAL DAY Friday, October 8, 2004 ACT Ms. WATSON. Mr Speaker, a very impor- HON. GIL GUTKNECHT tant initiative is being launched in my district HON. DANA ROHRABACHER OF MINNESOTA by the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES County. Many of us think of a museum as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES merely a place to visit to see educational ex- Friday, October 8, 2004 Friday, October 8, 2004 hibits. That is not always the case. Many of Mr. GUTKNECHT. Mr. Speaker, I extend my our Nation’s museums are leading the way in Mr. ROHRABACHER. Mr. Speaker, as best wishes and congratulations to Taiwan critical scientific research. chairman of the Subcommittee on Space and Ambassador David Lee, President Chen Shui- The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles Aeronautics, I can think of no better way to bian, and the 23 million people of the Republic County is one such museum. It is the steward end my tenure than to finally witness the of China on the occasion of their National of one of the world’s largest collections of ma- dream of commercial human space flight be- Day, October 10th. rine life, representing hundreds of years of coming a reality. Burt Rutan’s tremendous ac- The United States is Taiwan’s largest trad- ocean biodiversity. The Museum aims to orga- complishment this week not only proved that ing partner. In 2000, total U.S.-Taiwan trade nize its valuable, world class marine collection space is no longer the sole domain of govern- was approximately $65 billion, with a Taiwan and merge that with new research opportuni- ment, but it is a testament to the innovative surplus of approximately $16 billion. Taiwan’s ties to gather and distribute information critical and creative potential of space entrepreneurs. chief exports to the United States include to biodiversity studies and conservation ef- On my watch, I’ve been privileged to peer into clothing and footwear, toys, and various elec- forts. With this, the Museum is establishing the the future of dynamic citizen astronauts rou- tronic products. In recent years, Taiwanese West Coast Center for Marine Biodiversity as tinely flying to and from the heavens. I ap- government officials have attempted to accom- a hub for oceanic preservation and research. plaud the hard work and dedication of Burt modate increased U.S. pressure on trade The West Coast Center for Marine Biodiver- Rutan and the good people behind the Ansari issues by meeting many U.S. demands for sity will be an extraordinary public-private part- X-Prize. They are shining examples of the greater market access for U.S. goods and nership that will benefit the world’s oceans American can-do spirit at its best. services, and responded to U.S. complaints by and the future sustainability of its valuable re- Commercial space transportation is advanc- taking stronger measures to protect U.S. copy- sources. Most importantly, the Center will take ing on-orbit services that have so enriched our rights and other intellectual property rights. a significant step to fulfilling the goals of the daily lives. The private sector should be en- The Republic of China on Taiwan is a gen- Federal Government to save the world’s couraged to continue this successful trend. I uine democracy and its people enjoy one of oceans and the ecosystems they support. am convinced a new generation of space en- the highest standards of living in the world. As There has been significant news lately re- trepreneurs is ready to make their mark in one of our largest trading partners and friends garding the status of the world’s oceans with contributing to low Earth orbit development, as in the Far East, it is my opinion that the Re- the release of the Ocean’s Commission Re- well as returning to the Moon. public of China on Taiwan deserves much port earlier this year. I know the researchers In the past, prizes have played an important greater international recognition. I will continue and data at the West Coast Center for Bio- role by promoting progress in the development to press for more favorable U.S. treatment of diversity can be a tremendous asset to the ef- of aviation. Charles Lindbergh won the Taiwan and for Taiwan’s inclusion in some ca- forts at the National Oceanic and Atmos- $10,000 private Orteig Prize for becoming the pacity in international organizations like the pherics Administration (NOAA) and other Fed- first man to fly solo across the Atlantic, and World Health Organization. Taiwan’s participa- eral departments and agencies doing similar the U.S. government offered prizes in the tion in the World Health Organization is vital to work. I strongly encourage the development of 1920s and 1930s to meet its aviation needs. the interests of the people of Taiwan, and will a partnership with these Federal entities and The X-Prize has served as a means to stimu- open Taiwan’s access to the latest information the West Coast Center for Marine Biodiversity late private manned space activities. I believe on epidemics and diseases. I have joined the at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles we can do more in making the President’s vi- House Taiwan Caucus to express my support County. sion for space exploration a reality by award- of this important ally. f ing cash prizes to encourage greater participa- I hope that we will continue to strengthen tion of the private sector in the national space U.S.-Taiwan relations and raise the level of LEONARD C. BURCH POST OFFICE program. Today, I am introducing legislation strategic cooperation between the United BUILDING that will establish a National Endowment for States and Taiwan in accordance with the Tai- Space and Aeronautics for the national good. wan Relations Act. SPEECH OF The Endowment is intended to provide an f HON. JEFF FLAKE exciting new incentive to private sector space INTRODUCTION OF THE UTAH REC- OF ARIZONA entrepreneurs. Cash prizes in recognition of REATIONAL LANDS EXCHANGE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES outstanding achievements in the scientific re- search and technology development are envi- ACT OF 2004 Wednesday, October 6, 2004 sioned as critical to the Endowment’s pro- Mr. FLAKE. Mr. Speaker, I join my col- gram. The program also is directed to receive HON. JIM MATHESON leagues in condemning the ongoing civil war donations and private gifts for the benefit of OF UTAH in Southern Sudan and the genocide in the the Nation’s aeronautics and space endeav- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Darfur region of the same country. ors. I was with my colleagues of the House of The Endowment is specifically directed to Friday, October 8, 2004 Representatives on July 22, 2004, when we award a prize for the demonstration of a reus- Mr. MATHESON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today unanimously voted in favor of H. Con. Res. able space flight vehicle to carry at least one in recognition of legislation that my colleague 467, a resolution declaring that the atrocities person to a minimum altitude of 400 kilo- CHRIS CANNON and I are introducing in the in Darfur, Sudan, are genocide. That same meters from the United States, or its terri- House today. I am pleased that so many resolution commends the Administration’s tories. The spacecraft is to complete at least stakeholders have come together to create leadership in seeking a peaceful resolution to three complete orbits of the Earth and return this legislation, which will preserve thousands

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00066 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.350 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1933 of acres of land along the Colorado River cor- Code (the ‘‘Code’’) which relates to employ- state delegations that would enact specific ridor and help to fund Utah’s schools. ment taxes. Specifically, any income of an in- policies designed to restore the civic mission Since statehood, Utahns has been blessed dividual who is not a resident of the taxing of our schools. with millions of acres of lands that are held in State from any plan, program, or arrangement I would like to recognize Diane N. Palmer, trust to generate funding for our schools. described in section 3121(v)(2)(C) is exempt the facilitator, and the whole Massachusetts These lands are scattered throughout the from that State’s income tax, provided the in- delegation for their leadership in working to state in a checkerboard pattern, making it hard come received from such plan is part of a se- design a strategy to improve civic education in for Utah and the federal agencies with adja- ries of substantially equal periodic payments our State. These Massachusetts activities in- cent property to manage our public lands. The made—no less frequently than annually—over clude: Holding a statewide conference on civic legislation we are introducing today would the life expectancy of the recipient, or for a education for new teachers; creating a com- consolidate some of these lands, with the period of not less than 10 years. mission to plan better civic education; and goals of improving the state’s ability to maxi- I think the intent of the law is clear, but I am conducting a survey to determine what civic mize the funding it earns for schools, pre- aware that a question could arise regarding education programs are already used in high serving land along the Colorado River corridor state taxation of nonqualified retirement bene- schools. for recreational use, and easing the Depart- fits paid by a partnership to its retired non- I look forward to seeing the accomplish- ment of Interior’s ability to manage federal resident partners. Specifically, the concern is ments of the Massachusetts civic education land in Utah. that the reference to section 3121(v)(2)(C) of delegation and their participation at the Sec- The land exchange that is being proposed the Code could be construed to limit the ex- ond Annual Congressional Conference on today has the potential to be a win-win solu- emption to payments made only to retired em- Civic Education on December 4–6 of this year. tion for the State of Utah and the United ployees—i.e. those individuals subjected to f States. This legislation seeks to create an FICA tax—since that provision is written in the FEDERAL CHARTER FOR THE equal value exchange where both American context of employment taxation. Under this AMERICAN INDIAN VETERANS taxpayers and the school children of Utah get view, nonqualified retirement benefits paid by ASSOCIATION a fair deal. Important to achieving this goal, a partnership to its retired nonresident part- the legislation establishes a valuation process ners would not be exempt from nonresident that is transparent for the public to view. state income taxation because there is no HON. STEPHANIE HERSETH OF SOUTH DAKOTA This legislation represents a truly collabo- specific reference to self-employed individuals IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rative process with all of the stakeholders rep- in the Public Law 104–95, section resented. It is supported by local government, 3121(v)(2)(C) of the Code, or subsequently Friday, October 8, 2004 the State of Utah, the recreation community, issued Treasury Regulations for that section. Mr. HERSETH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and the environmental community and has The bill makes it clear that section introduce legislation that would recognize and been worked on closely with the Department 3121(v)(2)(C) was meant to define non- grant a Federal charter for the National Amer- of Interior. The State has been working over qualified deferred compensation income, irre- ican Indian Veterans Association. the past year to address the concerns of all of spective of whether the recipient was subject Native Americans have long answered the the stakeholders and will continue to work until to FICA tax, by specifically including self-em- call to serve in our Nation’s military and to the legislation is perfected. ployed plans or arrangements. The rationale make the sacrifices necessary to protect this The introduction of this legislation marks for applying the statute’s exemption for em- country. In fact, in World War II, more than Congressman CANNON’s and my commitment ployee retirement income applies equally to one-third of all able-bodied Indian men be- to working with the local stakeholders, appro- retirement income of an independent con- tween the ages of 18 and 50 served in our na- priate congressional committees, and the De- tractor or partner. Given the fact that the bill tion’s military. Even today, Native Americans partment of Interior to craft a legislative prod- is intended to clarify what has been the intent have the highest rate of military service of any uct with a broad range of support. I urge the of the bill all along, it applies as of the effec- ethnic group in the country. Native American Secretary of Interior and her staff to dedicate tive date of Public Law 104–95, i.e., to soldiers serve willingly and honorably and they the resources and time necessary to move amounts received after December 31, 1995. should have a veterans’ organization befitting this process forward in the coming months. f that service. f Last week, the National American Indian THE CONGRESSIONAL Veterans Association, held its first annual INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION CONFERENCE ON CIVIC EDUCATION meeting in Phoenix, AZ. Native American vet- CLARIFYING THE LAW PROHIB- erans from around the country attended this ITING STATES FROM IMPOSING HON. EDWARD J. MARKEY convention and voted unanimously to approve A TAX ON THE RETIREMENT IN- OF MASSACHUSETTS the charter for this new organization. I believe COME OF NON-RESIDENTS OF IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES this organization is long overdue and I enthu- THAT STATE siastically introduce this legislation today. Friday, October 8, 2004 Over the years, Congress has chartered HON. CHRIS CANNON Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, the Honorable many veterans’ organizations that represent OF UTAH Judge Learned Hand once said: specific groups: the American War Mothers, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES . . . Liberty lies in the hearts of men and the Blinded Veterans Association, Catholic women; when it dies there, no constitution, War Veterans, Italian American War Veterans Friday, October 8, 2004 no law, no court can save it; no constitution, of the USA, Jewish War Veterans of the USA, Mr. CANNON. Mr. Speaker, I am today in- no law, no court can even do much to help it. the National Association for Black Veterans, troducing legislation to clarify Public Law 104– While it lies there, it needs no constitution, and the Polish Legion of American Veterans, 95, adopted by the Congress in 1995, prohib- no law, no court to save it. just to name a few. Providing a federal charter iting States from taxing the retirement income These famous words emphasize the fact for the American Indian Veterans Association of nonresidents. That law was enacted in re- that civic participation is vital to the mainte- is the right thing to do and it will provide many sponse to actions of some States which were nance of a healthy democracy. A national ef- advantages for its thousands of potential aggressively seeking to tax nonresidents on fort is currently underway to promote the civic members. retirement income from past employment in engagement of our citizens by focusing on the It will connect its members with a network of that state. The Congress felt that State tax- youth of our nation. By creating effective civic fellow veterans that will enable them to share ation of nonresidents’ retirement income was education programs in our elementary and information as well provide each other with as unfair and imposed an unreasonable burden secondary schools, we can educate kids at an personal and emotional support. This group on nonresident retirees. early age and encourage them to become ac- will serve as a resource and a clearinghouse The law defines ‘‘retirement income’’ as any tive in local politics. for Native American veterans to discover what income from specified types of qualified pen- In September of last year, the First Annual benefits to which they may be entitled, and as- sion plans or from a nonqualified deferred Congressional Conference on Civic Education sist them in taking full advantage of the many compensation plan that meets certain payment was launched to begin a national conversation veterans’ programs that may be geared to requirements. Nonqualified deferred com- about how to encourage civic participation. meet their needs. pensation plans are defined by reference to One of the positive outcomes of the congres- I believe that the National American Indian section 3121(v)(2)(C) of the Internal Revenue sional conference was the establishment of Veterans Association would be an important

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00067 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.355 E11PT1 E1934 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 and positive resource for its members, and I Sgt. Uvanni meant so much to the close-knit countants. He and his wife, Judi, live in Chevy encourage my colleagues to support this ben- community of Rome, NY. He was a fine son Chase, Maryland and have four children and eficial and important organization. and soldier, as well as a standout football eight grandchildren. He plans to remain in the f player at Rome Free Academy. Sgt. Uvanni Washington area and to serve as Chairman of earned special honors in 1995 as a senior, the Libraries Development Advisory Board of CONGRATULATING MACOMB being named as a conference second team Penn State. COMMUNITY COLLEGE all-star defensive end. An outgoing and patriotic young man, Sgt. f HON. CANDICE S. MILLER Uvanni personified the qualities and dedication TRIBUTE TO HAYES WENDELL OF MICHIGAN that make our United States military the great- JONES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES est armed forces in the world. Sgt. Uvanni Friday, October 8, 2004 completed a tour with the U.S. Marines, and joined the local National Guard earlier this HON. JOE KNOLLENBERG Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, it is OF MICHIGAN my great pleasure to congratulate Macomb year. Army Guard CSM Frank Wicks said, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Community College in Macomb County, Michi- ‘‘While I am sure he will always be a Marine gan on 50 years of educating some of Michi- at heart . . . In January he joined the local Friday, October 8, 2004 gan’s finest citizens. As a former student of National Guard and was deployed with the 2nd Battalion 108th Infantry, New York Army Mr. KNOLLENBERG. Mr. Speaker, I would Macomb, I have experienced first hand, the like to congratulate a constituent of mine, caliber of people associated with the college. National Guard. I am sure he was an out- standing Marine, I can attest to the fact that Hayes Wendell Jones. This year marks the It has been wonderful to watch Macomb 40th anniversary of his gold medal victory in Community College expand its programs and he was an outstanding member of the 2–108th and will be missed.’’ As Sgt. Uvanni is laid to the 1964 Summer Olympics. Since then, Mr. campuses over the years. With only 84 stu- Jones has succeeded in business and been a dents enrolled in its first year, Macomb has his final rest, we salute him, and all those killed in the line of duty, for their selfless serv- dedicated servant to our community. grown tremendously since its opening in 1954. Hayes Jones went to Pontiac, MI, schools Not only does the school offer precollege pro- ice and ultimate sacrifice. I ask my colleagues in the House, and all and became a student athlete at Eastern grams for high school students, it also pro- Michigan University. To help pay his way vides more than 40 bachelor’s degree comple- Americans, to extend our prayers and sym- pathy to his parents Kevin and Janet Uvanni, through college, he mopped floors and tion and graduate degree programs. washed dishes. As an athlete, he was consid- Perhaps what is most impressive, however, as well as the rest of his family and friends, and the entire Rome community. ered too short for hurdles, but through hard about Macomb Community College, is its in- work and determination, Hayes became a credible partnership with the community. The Together we honor this fallen American hero. worldclass track sprinter and hurdler. In 1960 Public Service Institute at Macomb strives not at the Rome Summer Olympic Games, he fin- f only to educate its citizens, but to equip them ished third to win the bronze medal. Four to serve the community with their respective RETIREMENT OF ALLEN J. years later, in 1964 at the Tokyo Summer skills. Classes I completed, such as marketing WELTMANN Olympic Games, Hayes won the gold medal in and speech, have certainly aided me during the 110-meter hurdles. my years in public office. There is no question that Hayes Jones is a I have formerly returned to Macomb to take HON. MICHAEL G. OXLEY OF OHIO track and field legend. He is a member of the additional classes, and had the same wonder- Helms Athletic Hall of Fame in Los Angeles; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ful experiences. Though the school has grown, the Michigan Hall of Fame; the Eastern Michi- the quality and excellence remain the same. I Friday, October 8, 2004 gan Athletic Hall of Fame; the National Track know that in the coming years, Macomb Com- Mr. OXLEY. Mr. Speaker, we reach the and Field Hall of Fame; and the Pontiac Cen- munity College will continue to enrich the lives close of the 108th Congress, I rise to note the tral High School Hall of Fame. of its students as well as members of the retirement of Allen J. Weltmann after 39 years Hayes has also been successful in busi- community. of service to PricewaterhouseCoopers. Allen is ness, using his athletic experience to learn Congratulations to Macomb Community Col- a Certified Public Accountant and joined the about different cultures and backgrounds. He lege on 50 of years of excellence in education legacy firm of Coopers & Lybrand in 1965 understands that good business is really about and service to Macomb County. May you be after graduating from Penn State. Price building and maintaining good relationships. persistent in your commitment to higher learn- Waterhouse and Coopers & Lybrand merged He is currently a Senior Business Develop- ing and social improvement. in 1998. ment Representative for Oakland County, f Allen began his career as an auditor in Syr- Michigan. As an Oakland County resident, I HONORING A FALLEN HERO acuse before moving on to Philadelphia and can say we are lucky to have him serving the New York. He started the firm’s first govern- county. HON. SHERWOOD BOEHLERT ment affairs unit in 1978 and has been one of Hayes should also be recognized for his the accounting profession’s principal spokes- selfless acts to the community. He has OF NEW YORK persons in the public policy arena for 20 parlayed his athletic and business success IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years. In that role I have worked with him on into community service. He serves as chair of Friday, October 8, 2004 several landmark pieces of securities legisla- the volunteer committee of the Arts League of Mr. BOEHLERT. Mr. Speaker, colleagues, tion, including the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of Michigan and is on the board of directors for and friends, my congressional district experi- 2002, the Securities Litigation Uniform Stand- Dominican High School and Academy in De- enced a great deal of pain and sadness as the ards Act of 1998 and the Private Securities troit. He is former board chair of the Pontiac City of Rome lost one of its finest residents— Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Allen has al- Chamber of Commerce and former economic a young soldier, Sgt. Michael Uvanni. He paid ways been held in esteem by members of development committee chair for the Oakland the ultimate price to ensure our liberty. He Congress and his colleagues in the private County Business Roundtable and the Pontiac gave his life so that the people of Iraq could sector for his grasp of technical detail and pro- Area Urban League. In addition, he has live without repression and fear—and he gave fessional demeanor. served on the board of trustees for North Oak- his life so that Americans could feel safe to In addition to his work on accounting policy, land Medical Center and the Clinton Valley live their lives under a blanket of freedom. Allen served as the Working Chair of the Boy Scouts. That freedom comes with a high price and we Transatlantic Business Dialogue, a collabora- Hayes has even donated his gold medal to are eternally grateful for his dedication and tion of US and EU businesses working to re- the city of Pontiac, MI, to inspire youngsters to commitment to the ideals that we hold dear. duce trade barriers between countries. He achieve their dreams. He has given them the Sgt. Uvanni died October 1 in Samarra, also advises the Department of Commerce on opportunity by organizing a track and field pro- Iraq, as he was conducting combat operations accounting issues through his seat on the In- gram, ‘‘The Junior Olympics,’’ for students in and was shot by a sniper. Uvanni was as- dustry Services Advisory Council. Pontiac middle schools. Just as importantly, signed to the Army National Guard’s 2nd Bat- Allen belongs to the Pennsylvania Institute he has worked to ensure their education by talion, 108th Infantry Regiment, Morrisonville, of Certified Public Accountants and the Great- serving as a school board member for the NY. er Washington Society of Certified Public Ac- Pontiac School District.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00068 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.358 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1935 Mr. Speaker, on this fortieth anniversary of The Center for Civic Education plans annual consensus solutions. It is clear, however, that Hayes winning an Olympic gold medal, I com- congressional conferences to focus attention introduction of specific legislation focuses and mend and thank him for his service and dedi- on the importance of civic preparation and en- advances the discussion. It is also clear that cation to our community. gagement in the United States. The first con- the problems with the patent system have be- f ference was sponsored by the Alliance for come exacerbated, rather than dissipating. Representative Democracy and hosted by the With or without consensus, Congress must act TRIBUTE TO WEST BRANCH Joint Leadership of the United States Con- soon to address these problems. HOSPITAL gress here in Washington in September 2003. Thus, we introduce this bill at the end of this The 2003 conference led to the formation of Congress with the intent of framing the debate HON. BART STUPAK state delegations that are currently working on going into the 109th Congress, and with every OF MICHIGAN policies that will restore the civic mission of intention of passing legislation in the next two IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES our schools, consistent with each state’s years. Friday, October 8, 2004 unique education structure. I’d like to com- The bill contains a number of initiatives to improve patent quality and ensure patents are Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in mend the California delegation and its positive forces in the marketplace. recognition of a hospital in my district that has facilitator, Roy Erickson, for their leadership in the current efforts to design an action plan for Section 2 creates a post-grant opposition recently passed a remarkable milestone. On procedure. In certain limited circumstances, October 25, the board of trustees and mem- our state. California is creating coalitions of stakeholders in public education who will build opposition allows parties to challenge a grant- bers of the staff at the West Branch Regional ed patent through a expeditious and less cost- Medical Center, formerly known as the Tolfree support for, develop and implement high qual- ity civic education programs. Through these ly alternative to litigation. Memorial Hospital in West Branch, MI, will cel- Sections 3 and 4 permit patent examiners, ebrate their 75th anniversary. For the past 75 programs, we will ensure that our youth have the necessary civic knowledge, skills and atti- within a limited time frame, to consider certain years, the West Branch Regional Medical materials submitted by third parties regarding Center has provided service and care to pa- tudes to be engaged citizens. I want to ex- press my strong support for the Center for a pending patent application. Allowing such tients in West Branch area. third party submissions will increase the likeli- The original Tolfree Memorial Hospital was Civic Education’s efforts to increase demo- hood that examiners are cognizant of the most built in West Branch in 1929, through the gen- cratic participation, and for the work of the up- relevant prior art, and therefore constitute a erosity and vision of local farmer, lumberman coming conference. front-end solution for strengthening patent and banker John Tolfree. Over the years, as f quality. the community grew and the hospital became THE PATENT QUALITY Section 5 addresses the inequitable incen- more regional in scope, several additions were ASSISTANCE ACT OF 2004 tives that exist between patent holders who in- constructed. discriminately issue licensing letters, and the In 1991, it was determined by the Tolfree parties who receive these letters. Patent hold- Memorial Hospital’s Board of Trustees that the HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN ers frequently assert that another party is region had outgrown the facility. After careful OF CALIFORNIA using a patented invention, and for a fee, offer financial planning which included fundraising, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to grant a license for such use. Current law ground was broken for what is now known as Friday, October 8, 2004 provides no disincentive to indiscriminate and the West Branch Regional Medical Center in Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, today I join unfounded issuance of such licensing letters. 1996. The center was dedicated in 1999 and Representative BOUCHER in introducing the Conversely, parties receiving such licensing has been successfully serving Ogemaw Coun- Patent Quality Assistance Act of 2004, PQA letters have a strong incentive to pay up even ty and the surrounding counties ever since. Act. Introduction of this legislation comes al- if they believe they are not engaged in in- Patients no longer have to travel to Saginaw, most exactly one year after release of a Fed- fringement. Once in receipt of such a letter, MI, which is over an hour away. eral Trade Commission report entitled ‘‘To the recipient faces no good options. If he ig- West Branch Regional Medical Center is the Promote Innovation: The Proper Balance of nores the letter, the recipient may be liable for result of many dedicated people who from the Competition and Patent Law and Policy,’’ and treble damages as a willful infringer. The re- beginning had the foresight and the dedication several months after release of ‘‘A Patent Sys- cipient can avoid being found a willful infringer to see this hospital grow with the community tem for the 21st’’ Century’’ by the National Re- if he obtains an opinion from a patent attorney and become a regional medical facility. search Council. These reports both made a that the recipient is not committing infringe- In the tradition of the past administration, number of recommendations for increasing ment, but such letters frequently cost up to the current board of trustees for the West patent quality and ensuring that patent protec- $50,000. A recipient cannot, however, file for Branch Regional Medical Center have also tion promotes, rather than inhibits, economic a declaratory judgement of non-infringement recognized they could offer more services to growth and scientific progress. Consistent with unless the licensing letter creates a ‘‘Case or the community. Along with celebrating their 75 the goals and recommendations of those re- Controversy,’’ and of course these letters are years of service, on October 25, the West ports, the PQA Act contains a number of pro- typically drafted to avoid meeting this thresh- Branch Regional Medical Center will also visions designed to improve patent quality, old. unveil its plan for the next 3 to 5 years which deter abusive practices by unscrupulous pat- Section 5 addresses this inequitable situa- includes the construction of an Ambulatory ent holders, and provide meaningful, low-cost tion. It ensures that recipients of licensing let- Care Center. alternatives to litigation for challenging the pat- ters will not be exposed to liability for willful in- Mr. Speaker, I ask the U.S. House of Rep- ent validity. fringement unless the letter gives rise to a resentatives to join me in congratulating the I am a strong believer that the prospect of ‘‘Case or Controversy’’, and thus, allows the West Branch Regional Medical Center and its patent protection promotes innovation. How- recipient to seek a declaratory judgement. staff on their first 75 years of service and ever, I also believe that the patent system is Section 6 is designed to address the delete- wishing them well in their next 75 years. strongest, and incentives for innovation great- rious effect on innovation created by patent f est, when patents protect only truly deserving ‘‘trolls.’’ We have learned of innumerable situ- RECOGNIZING CENTER FOR CIVIL inventions. When functioning properly, the pat- ations in which patent holders, who made no EDUCATION ent system should encourage and enable in- effort to commercialize their inventions, waited ventors to push the boundaries of knowledge in the shadows until another party had in- HON. HENRY A. WAXMAN and possibility. If the patent system allows vested substantial resources in a business or OF CALIFORNIA questionable patents to issue and does not product that may infringe on the unutilized in- vention. The patent troll then steps out of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES provide adequate safeguards against patent abuses, the system may stifle innovation and shadows and demands that the alleged in- Friday, October 8, 2004 interfere with competitive market forces. fringer pay a significant licensing fee to avoid Mr. WAXMAN. Mr. Speaker, today I’d like to This bill represents our latest thoughts in an an infringement suit. The alleged infringer recognize the important work of the Center for ongoing discussion about legislative solutions often feels compelled to pay almost any price Civic Education and the upcoming Second An- to patent quality concerns. We have consid- named by the patent troll because, under cur- nual Congressional Conference on Civic Edu- ered the multitude of comments received on rent law, a permanent injunction issues auto- cation, which will be held this December in patent bills in years past, and acknowledge matically upon a finding of infringement. Washington, DC. the problems to be difficult and, as yet, without Issuance of a permanent injunction would, in

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00069 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.362 E11PT1 E1936 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 turn, force the alleged infringer to lose the act during the 109th Congress to assure the in Iraq as a ‘‘disaster’’ that has deteriorated substantial investment made in the infringing highest level of patent quality. ‘‘into a raging barbaric guerilla war’’ that will haunt the United States for decades. business or product. f While we may question their motives, we do ‘‘Despite President Bush’s rosy assess- ments, Iraq remains a disaster,’’ Wall Street not question the right of a patent troll to sue HONORING DR. GARY LOUIS ROSE M.D. ON THE OCCASION OF HIS Journal reporter Farnaz Fassihi wrote in a for patent infringement, obtain damages, and group e-mail to friends that inadvertently seek a permanent injunction. However, the 15TH YEAR OF PRACTICE IN became widely posted on the Web. issuance of a permanent injunction should not LEWISVILLE, TX Yesterday, the e-mail was mentioned be automatic upon a finding of infringement. prominently on the journalism blog by Jim Rather, when deciding whether to issue a per- HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS Romenesko on the Poynter.org site. Steiger said Fassihi’s missive included ‘‘a manent injunction, courts should weigh all the OF TEXAS equities, including the ‘‘unclean hands’’ of the few expressions of purely personal opinion IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES about the situation there.’’ patent trolls, the failure to commercialize the Friday, October 8, 2004 But the Wall Street Journal editor said the patented invention, the social utility of the in- musings in no way distorted his reporter’s fringing activity, and the loss of invested re- Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ability to deliver fair coverage from Bagh- sources by the infringer. After weighing the honor the commitment of a very caring physi- dad. equities, the court may still decide to issue a cian in my community, Dr. Gary L. Rose. In her e-mail, Fassihi laments, ‘‘Being a permanent injunction, but at least the court will Dr. Rose came to our community 15 years foreign correspondent in Baghdad these days have ensured that the injunction serves the ago and quickly established himself as one of is like being under virtual house arrest.’’ Fears of abductions have sharply curtailed public interest. Section 6 accomplishes this the preeminent physicians in the area. Dr. Rose is an obstetrician. He has delivered reporters ability to cover events or move goal. about. Section 7 provides a much needed fix for thousands of babies in our area and provided ‘‘My most pressing concern every day is the inter partes re-examination procedure, consistently excellent professional medical not to write a kick-ass story but to stay which provides third parties a limited oppor- care to his patients. alive and make sure our Iraqi employees tunity to request that the PTO Director re-ex- Mr. Speaker, almost anywhere I go in my stay alive. In Baghdad I am a security per- amine an issued patent. The limitations on the district, I encounter families whose lives have sonnel first, a reporter second.’’ inter partes re-examination process so restrict been touched by Dr. Rose. They speak of him She also said the ‘‘Iraqi government doesn’t control most Iraqi cities.’’ She said its utility that it has been employed only a almost reverently about the high quality of care he has rendered throughout the time that there are car bombs, assassinations, handful of times. Section 7 increases the utility kidnappings and beheadings. ‘‘The situation, of this re-examination process by relaxing its he has practiced in our community. With pa- basically, means a raging barbaric guerilla estoppel provisions. Further, it expands the tience and understanding he solves complex war.’’ scope of the re-examination procedure to in- medical diagnostic dilemmas while serving the Steiger said: ‘‘Ms. Fassihi’s private opin- clude redress for all patent applications re- Lewisville community. He is also a technically ions have in no way distorted her coverage, gardless of when filed. gifted surgeon, and he has brought many a which has been a model of intelligent and Finally, Section 8 is similar to a provision in patient through a serious crisis in the oper- courageous reporting, and scrupulous accu- a bill we introduced during the 106th Con- ating room and back on the road to good racy and fairness.’’ health. gress. Section 8 addresses our concern that FROM BAGHDAD—A WALL STREET JOURNAL Mr. Speaker we are truly fortunate in my patents have been issued for the mere com- REPORTER’S E-MAIL TO FRIENDS community to have the type of dedicated med- puter implementation of previously known in- (By Farnaz Fassihi) ventions. The idea of implementing a method ical professional that Dr. Rose personifies, and I wish him every success during the continu- Being a foreign correspondent in Baghdad for doing business online should not, in and of these days is like being under virtual house itself, be sufficient to secure patent protection ance of his career in medicine. arrest. Forget about the reasons that lured for that method of doing business. Section 8 f me to this job: a chance to see the world, ex- creates a presumption of obviousness if the plore the exotic, meet new people in far away SITUATION IN IRAQ only ‘‘novelty’’ is in the fact that the method lands, discover their ways and tell stories utilizes computer technology. that could make a difference. My colleague from Virginia, Mr. BOUCHER, Little by little, day-by-day, being based in and his staff deserve the greatest measure of HON. ZOE LOFGREN Iraq has defied all those reasons. I am house bound. I leave when I have a very good rea- OF CALIFORNIA recognition for their hard work in developing son to and a scheduled interview. I avoid this legislation. In addition, the chairman of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES going to people’s homes and never walk in Subcommittee on Courts, the Internet and In- Friday, October 8, 2004 the streets. I can’t go grocery shopping any tellectual Property, Mr. SMITH, deserves credit more, can’t eat in restaurants, can’t strike a for bringing these issues to the forefront with Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Speaker, the President conversation with strangers, can’t look for the numerous hearings on patent quality. Also and Vice President insist that things are im- stories, can’t drive in any thing but a full ar- deserving of thanks are the many constitu- proving in Iraq and that all America must do mored car, can’t go to scenes of breaking tional scholars, policy advocates, private par- is ‘‘stay the course.’’ news stories, can’t be stuck in traffic, can’t Their evaluation of our situation in that trou- speak English outside, can’t take a road trip, ties, and government agencies that contrib- can’t say I’m an American, can’t linger at uted their time, thoughts, and drafting talents bled land has been challenged by many. And, of course, we all know that one cannot find a checkpoints, can’t be curious about what to this effort. I am pleased that, finally, a con- people are saying, doing, feeling. And can’t sensus has emerged among the various col- diagnosis until one admits that there is a seri- and can’t. There has been one too many close laborators in support of the basic ‘‘post grant ous problem. calls, including a car bomb so near our house opposition’’ approach embodied in the legisla- One of the most gripping accounts of the that it blew out all the windows. So now my tion. This bill is the latest iteration of a process situation in Iraq I have read recently was pre- most pressing concern every day is not to we started over 3 years ago. pared by Wall Street Journal reporter Farnaz write a kick-ass story but to stay alive and Though we developed this bill in a highly Fassihi. Regrettably, it appears that this re- make sure our Iraqi employees stay alive. In Baghdad I am a security personnel first, a re- collaborative and deliberative manner, I do not porter may be facing ramifications for speak- ing the truth. The New York Post has de- porter second. maintain that it is a ‘‘perfect’’ solution. Thus, I It’s hard to pinpoint when the ‘turning will remain open to suggestions for amending fended her editorially. point’ exactly began. Was it April when the the language to improve its efficacy or rectify It is important for Americans to deal with the Fallujah fell out of the grasp of the Ameri- any unintended consequences. truth. I recommend reading this reporter’s ac- cans? Was it when Moqtada and Jish Mahdi As I have previously said: ‘‘The bottom line count as well as her defense by the New York declared war on the U.S. military? Was it in this: there should be no question that the Post. when Sadr City, home to ten percent of U.S. patent system produces high quality pat- [From the New York Post, Sept. 30, 2004] Iraq’s population, became a nightly battle- field for the Americans? Or was it when the WSJ EDITOR BACKS IRAQ SCREED ents. Since questions have been raised about insurgency began spreading from isolated whether this is the case, the responsibility of (By Keith J. Kelly) pockets in the Sunni triangle to include Congress is to take a close look at the func- Wall Street Journal Editor Paul Steiger most of Iraq? Despite President Bush’s rosy tioning of the patent system.’’ Patent quality is has come to the defense of his beleaguered assessments, Iraq remains a disaster. If key to continued innovation. Thus, we must Baghdad correspondent, who blasted the war under Saddam it was a ‘potential’ threat,

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00070 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.366 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1937 under the Americans it has been transformed infiltrating their ranks. The problem is so are no structures in place to respond to the to ‘imminent and active threat,’ a foreign serious that the U.S. military has allocated needs of the populations, especially in areas policy failure bound to haunt the United $6 million to buy out 30,000 cops they just like Gonaives, St. George and Grand Cayman, States for decades to come. trained to get rid of them quietly. Iraqis like to call this mess ‘‘the situa- As for reconstruction: firstly it’s so unsafe where Jeanne and Ivan hit hardest. tion.’’ When asked ‘‘how are thing?’’ they for foreigners to operate that almost all The unusual and extraordinary hurricane ac- reply: ‘‘the situation is very bad.’’ projects have come to a halt. After two tivity in the Caribbean during the 2004 season What they mean by situation is this: the years, of the $18 billion Congress appro- has prevented many Caribbean nationals in Iraqi government doesn’t control most Iraqi priated for Iraq reconstruction only about $1 the United States from returning to their home cities, there are several car bombs going off billion or so has been spent and a chuck has countries, and for these countries to receive each day around the country killing and in- now been reallocated for improving security, their repatriation. juring scores of innocent people, the coun- a sign of just how bad things are going here. Responding to these dire needs, I have in- try’s roads are becoming impassable and lit- Oil dreams? Insurgents disrupt oil flow troduced the ‘‘Emergency Relief for Caribbean tered by hundreds of landmines and explosive routinely as a result of sabotage and oil devices aimed to kill American soldiers, prices have hit record high of $49 a barrel. Nationals Act,’’ which designates Haiti, Gre- there are assassinations, kidnappings and be- Who did this war exactly benefit? Was it nada and the Cayman Islands under section headings. The situation, basically, means a worth it? Are we safer because Saddam is 24 of the Immigration and Nationality Act in raging barbaric guerilla war. In four days, holed up and Al Qaeda is running around in order to make nationals of those countries eli- 110 people died and over 300 got injured in Iraq? gible for Temporary Protected Status (TPS). Baghdad alone. The numbers are so shocking Iraqis say that thanks to America they got Mr. Speaker, if there was ever a time for the that the ministry of health—which was at- freedom in exchange for insecurity. Guess federal government to grant Temporary Pro- tempting an exercise of public transparency what? They say they’d take security over by releasing the numbers—has now stopped tected Status it is now. freedom any day, even if it means having a TPS has been granted in the past to nation- disclosing them. dictator ruler. Insurgents now attack Americans 87 times I heard an educated Iraqi say today that if als of Sudan, Liberia, Guinea-Bissau, Somalia, a day. Saddam Hussein were allowed to run for Burundi, Bosnia-Herzegovina, El Salvador and A friend drove thru the Shiite slum of Sadr elections he would get the majority of the Guatemala due to political unrest in those City yesterday. He said young men were vote. This is truly sad. countries. openly placing improvised explosive devices Then I went to see an Iraqi scholar this Also, TPS was granted to Hondurans and into the ground. They melt a shallow hole week to talk to him about elections here. He Nicaraguans after Hurricane Mitch in 1998 and into the asphalt, dig the explosive, cover it has been trying to educate the public on the with dirt and put an old tire or plastic can to Salvadorans after an earthquake in 2001, importance of voting. He said, ‘‘President and to Montserratians in 1995 after a volcano over it to signal to the locals this is booby- Bush wanted to turn Iraq into a democracy trapped. He said on the main roads of Sadr that would be an example for the Middle eruption. Sadly, Tropical Storm Jeanne and City, there were a dozen landmines per every East. Forget about democracy, forget about Hurricane Ivan caused similar devastation and ten yards. His car snaked and swirled to being a model for the region, we have to sal- suffering in Haiti, Grenada and the Cayman Is- avoid driving over them. Behind the walls vage Iraq before all is lost.’’ lands, and in the same way merit TPS. sits an angry Iraqi ready to detonate them One could argue that Iraq is already lost The startling facts of the natural disaster in as soon as an American convoy gets near. beyond salvation. For those of us on the the Caribbean are the following: This is in Shiite land, the population that ground it’s hard to imagine what if any thing was supposed to love America for liberating Tropical Storm Jeanne came ashore on the could salvage it from its violent downward Island of Hispaniola, lashing first the Domini- Iraq. spiral. The genie of terrorism, chaos and For journalists the significant turning can Republic and then Haiti on September 16. mayhem has been unleashed onto this coun- point came with the wave of abductions and try as a result of American mistakes and it When Jeanne hit, Haiti was already struggling kidnappings. Only two weeks ago we felt safe can’t be put back into a bottle. to deal with political instability and the after- around Baghdad because foreigners were The Iraqi government is talking about hav- math of serious floods in May. Nevertheless, being abducted on the roads and highways ing elections in three months while half of Tropical Storm Jeanne hit Haiti with dev- between towns. Then came a frantic phone the country remains a ‘no go zone’—out of call from a journalist female friend at 11 astating force. More than 1,500 people are the hands of the government and the Ameri- p.m. telling me two Italian women had been now known to have died and more than 1,000 cans and out of reach of journalists. In the abducted from their homes in broad day- are missing. Also, more than 300,000 people other half, the disenchanted population is light. Then the two Americans, who got be- have been left homeless. too terrified to show up at polling stations. headed this week and the Brit, were ab- The situation is so calamitous that Haiti’s The Sunnis have already said they’d boycott ducted from their homes in a residential elections, leaving the stage open for polar- Prime Minister Grerard Latortue said after vis- neighborhood. They were supplying the en- ized government of Kurds and Shiites that iting the stricken northern city of Gonoies, ‘‘We tire block with round the clock electricity will not be deemed as legitimate and will have a problem with bodies: there is a risk of from their generator to win friends. The ab- most certainly lead to civil war. epidemic. If you can picture this: there is no ductors grabbed one of them at 6 a.m. when I asked a 28-year-old engineer if he and his he came out to switch on the generator; his electricity, the morgues are not working, there family would participate in the Iraqi elec- beheaded body was thrown back near the is water everywhere.’’ tions since it was the first time Iraqis could neighborhoods. Only weeks earlier, Hurricane Ivan, the The insurgency, we are told, is rampant to some degree elect a leadership. His re- strongest storm to hit the Caribbean in a dec- sponse summed it all: ‘‘Go and vote and risk with no signs of calming down. If any thing, ade, pounded Grenada. Hurricane Ivan killed it is growing stronger, organized and more being blown into pieces or followed by the in- surgents and murdered for cooperating with 39 people in Grenada and left 40,000 of its sophisticated every day. The various ele- 90,000 people living in 183 houses, schools ments within it—Baathists, criminals, na- the Americans? For what? To practice de- tionalists and Al Qaeda—are cooperating and mocracy? Are you joking?’’ and churches that have been converted into coordinating. f shelters. Grenada’s capital, St. George, was I went to an emergency meeting for foreign hit by 125 mph winds—flattening homes and correspondents with the military and em- INTRODUCING THE EMERGENCY disrupting power. The storm destroyed the bassy to discuss the kidnappings. We were RELIEF FOR CARIBBEAN NA- city’s emergency operations center, the main somberly told our fate would largely depend TIONALS ACT prison, many schools, and damaged the main on where we were in the kidnapping chain hospital. once it was determined we were missing. Now an environmental health hazard has Here is how it goes: criminal gangs grab you HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS and sell you up to Baathists in Fallujah, who OF FLORIDA arisen in Grenada. The runoff, which contains will in turn sell you to Al Qaeda. In turn, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pathogens from several sources, including human waste, is contaminating rivers where cash and weapons flow the other way from Al Friday, October 8, 2004 Qaeda to the Baathists to the criminals. My people are washing and bathing. friend Georges, the French journalist Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, epic Thereafter, Hurricane Ivan blasted the Cay- snatched on the road to Najaf, has been miss- floods, death, and starvation. Unfortunately for man Islands with 150 mph winds that ripped ing for a month with no word on release or the people of Haiti, Grenada and the Cayman roofs off houses, uprooted trees and caused whether he is still alive. America’s last hope for a quick exit? The Islands these are not Biblical times of which I flooding across the British territory. 15 to 20 Iraqi police and National Guard units we are speak, but the here and now. percent of homes on the eastern part of the spending billions of dollars to train. The cops Mr. Speaker, Tropical Storm Jeanne and Cayman Islands were completely destroyed, are being murdered by the dozens every Hurricane Ivan have particularly devastated and another 50 percent suffered significant day—over 700 to date—and the insurgents are Haiti, Grenada and the Cayman Islands. There damage.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00071 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.371 E11PT1 E1938 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 The extraordinary and temporary conditions TOPICAL AGENDA SSS through the appropriations process. SSS caused by nature, and resulting in floods, DoD Participants: Hon. Charles S. Abell, undergoes structure and program reductions epidemics and other environmental disasters Principal Deputy Undersecretary of Defense to make ends meet. Readiness suffers. for Personnel and Readiness; Mr. William I. 2000 and 2001—DoD and SSS plan and im- in Haiti, Grenada, and Cayman Islands war- plement joint mailing project to increase rant granting their nationals Temporary Pro- Carr, Acting Deputy Undersecretary of De- fense for Military Personnel Policy; Colonel peacetime relevancy of SSS and improve tected Status. Giving TPS to people from David Kopanski, Deputy Director, Accession timeliness and address accuracy of DoD re- Haiti, Grenada and the Cayman Islands is Policy. cruiting direct mail campaigns. consistent with the national interest of the SSS Participants: Mr. Lewis C. Brodsky. J. 2002 and 2003—Administration says use United States, and denotes the values and Acting Director of Selective Service; Mr. of draft not an option for war on terrorism or Richard S. Ftahavan, Director of Public & potential war with Iraq. Rep. Rangel and morals that have made this nation strong. Sen. Hollings introduce bills (H.R. 163 and S. Congressional Affairs. Therefore, I urge you to cosponsor the 69) call for reinstituting a draft for military ‘‘Emergency Relief for Caribbean Nationals 1. Review 30-year time-line—SSS major policy and national service. SECDEF adamant and Act.’’ issues vocal against using the draft for any imme- f A. Draft ends in 1973; Agency placed in diate or likely contingency. Most recently, ‘‘Deep Standby’’ from 1976 to 1980. Ninety- Reps. Paul, DeFazio and Frank introduce TOPICAL AGENDA eight ‘‘record-keepers’’ remain to SSS, part- H.R. 487, calling for repeal of the Military time Reserve Officers kept on board, but no Selective Service Act and an end to the SSS HON. NEIL ABERCROMBIE registration, no Board Members. within six months of the bill becoming law. B. 1980—Cold War continues. President Synopsis: With known shortages of military OF HAWAII Carter decides to revitalize SSS after Sovi- personnel with certain critical skills, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ets invade Afghanistan and MOBEXs indi- with the need for the nation to be capable of Friday, October 8, 2004 cate need. No draft, but resumes registration responding to domestic emergencies as a program for men. Wants to include women Mr. ABERCROMBIE. Mr. Speaker, great in- part of Homeland Security planning, changes but Congress says no. 10,000 Board Members should be made in the Selective Service Sys- terest has been generated by the publication appointed and trained. DoD sets prepared- tem’s registration program and primary mis- of a document from the 11th of February 2003 ness goal for SSS: ‘‘Be ready to provide first sion. entitled ‘‘Topical Agenda’’. It involves the De- draftees to MEPS at M+13 and 100,000 by Situation: Currently, and in accordance partment of Defense Personnel and Readi- M+30.’’ with the Military Selective Service Act ness Undersecretary and the Selective Serv- C. 1988—Congress reacts to military med- (MSSA) [50 U.S.C., App. 451 et seq.), the Se- ice System and its Acting Director. ical shortages (‘‘war stoppers’’). Language lective Service System (SSS) collects and This document appears on the web site of inserted in the Defense Authorization Act maintains personal information from all ‘‘Rock the Vote’’. The interest is intense be- telling SSS to develop a ‘‘structure’’ which U.S. male citizens and resident aliens. Under would allow the registration and induction this process, each man is required to cause of the content of the agenda. It involves of health care personnel in an emergency. ‘‘present himself for and submit to registra- a review of selective service major policy DoD identifies more than 60 health care spe- tion’’ upon reaching age 18. The methods by issues since 1973; a synopsis of Department cialities to include in the SSS Health Care, which a man can register with Selective of Defense Policy regarding the draft and a Personnel Delivery System (HCPDS). Plan- Service include the Internet, mail-back post- detailed proposal for the renewal of the draft ning calls for first HCPDS draftees by M+42. card, checking a box on other government and conditions attendant to it. HCPDS becomes a paper and computer exer- forms, and through the driver’s license appli- The participation of the Department of De- cise lasting many years. cations process in many states. The collected fense in the discussion associated with the D. 1989–1991—End of Cold War, Desert data is retained in an active computer file Storm, no draft, and SSS remains in standby until the man reaches age 26 and is no longer agenda has been confirmed by the Secretary status with flat-lined annual budgets. draft eligible. It consists of the man’s name, of Defense. The DOD contention is that the E. 1893 and 1994—Detractors in the Con- address, Social Security number, and date of meeting on the agenda was for purposes of gress challenge need for continuing to fund birth. Currently, 91 percent of all men, ages discussion only and that it took place off Pen- SSS and peacetime registration. Section 18 through 25, are registered, enabling the tagon premises. Obviously, the location of the 647(b), FY 1993 DOD Authorization Act re- SSS to conduct a timely, fair, and equitable discussion and the origination of the agenda quires SECDEF, in concert with SSS, to re- draft in the event the Congress and the for discussion purposes is immaterial to the port on continuation of peacetime registra- President decide to reinstate conscription tion. This was accomplished, registration is during a crisis. issue at hand. The point is the Department of retained, and an interagency task force re- However, the Secretary of Defense and De- Defense from the Secretary on down has vig- view was formed, led by the NSC. Conclusion partment of Defense manpower officials have orously denied that any such discussions have is announced by President Clinton: preserve stated recently that a draft will not be nec- ever taken place let alone been contemplated. SSS and peacetime registration in current essary for any foreseeable crisis. They as- This document shows that a detailed proposal standby status for three reasons. sume that sufficient fighting capability ex- for a new draft involving men and for the first 1. A hedge against underestimating the ists in today’s ‘‘all-volunteer’’ active and re- time women has been under consideration number of soldiers, needed to fight a future serve Armed Forces for likely contingencies, war; making a conventional draft of untrained and discussion by the Department of Defense. 2. A symbol of national resolve to potential manpower somewhat obsolete. Yet, Defense It also clearly indicates that consideration has adversaries; and, manpower officials concede there are critical been given to drafting not only for military 3. A link between the all-volunteer Armed shortages of military personnel with certain needs but for purposes associated with the Forces and society-at-large. skills, such as medical personnel, linguists, Department of Homeland Security. In addition Clinton also instructs SSS to increase computer network engineers, etc. The costs it proposes that the draft age be extended operational efficiency. Instructs DoD to up- of attracting and retaining such personnel date MOB requirements for SSS, re-examine from 18 to 34. It includes a proposition that a for military service could be prohibitive, timelines, and review arguments for and leading some officials to conclude that while ‘‘self-declaration’’ of skill sets be required of all against continuing to exclude women from a conventional draft may never be needed, a potential draftees to be periodically updated registration. draft of men and women possessing these until the age of 35. F. 1994—Defense issues new ‘‘post-Cold critical skills may be warranted in a future It is not enough for the Department of De- War’’ guidance to SSS: ‘‘provide first un- crisis, if too few volunteer. fense to say it rejects the proposal and its trained draftee to MEPS at M+193; first Proposal: In line with today’s needs, the findings. Saying ‘‘no’’ doesn’t make it so. Deni- Health Care draftee at M+222,’’ DoD reaf- SSS’ structure, programs and activities als that any such consideration has even been firms that it is not necessary to register or should be re-engineered toward maintaining draft women (for a conventional draft of un- a national inventory of American men and given let alone presently extent ring hollow in trained manpower) because they are prohib- (for the first time) women, ages 18 through the wake of the implications of this agenda ited by policy from serving in ground combat 34, with an added focus on identifying indi- and the Department of Defense’s participation assignments. SSS recognizes women may viduals with critical skills. in discussing it. have to be included in a health care draft. An interagency task force should examine Given the broad and deep concern of the G. 1998—DoD Health Affairs says health the feasibility of this proposal which would public about the draft and the possibility of its care personnel would be needed earlier than require amendments to the MSSA, expansion being reinstituted it is imperative that the pub- M+222 in a future conflict. Guidance changed of the current registration program, and in- lic be enabled to see, understand and analyze to M+90. Today, HCPDS can be implemented, clusion of women. In addition to the basic but ability to meet M+90 time frame is identifying information collected in the cur- what the Department of Defense has had doubtful. Program not fully tested and com- rent program, the expanded and revised pro- under consideration. The public, of course, pliance aspects still not complete. gram would require all registrants to indi- can draw its own conclusions. The ‘‘Agenda’’ H. 1995 through 2000—Anti-SSS Members of cate whether they have been trained in, pos- report follows. Congress almost successful in eliminating sess, and professionally practice, one or more

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00072 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.375 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1939 skills critical to national security or com- 1. SSS status quo; however, redefine the Subcommittee on Highways, Transit and Pipe- munity health and safety. This could take DoD mission guidance and time lines to lines. Together, we have had to navigate the form of an initial ‘‘self-declaration’’ as a make the SSS more relevant to DoD’s needs through the often frustrating, confusing and part of the registration process. Men and and the SECDEF’s policy. The current guid- twisting course of the transportation bill reau- women would enter on the SSS registration ance of providing untrained inductees at form a multi-digit number representing their M+193 runs counter to the SECDEF’s views thorization effort this year and last. BILL has specific critical skill (e.g., similar to mili- and is out-of-sync with possible wartime sce- always been a steady partner and a strong tary occupationa1 specialty or Armed Forces narios. defender of the program. He certainly hasn’t Specialty Code with Skill Identifier), taken 2. Return the SSS to ‘‘Deep Standby’’ sta- been reluctant to voice his strong support for from a lengthy list of skills to be compiled tus. If a draft of any kind is highly unlikely increased investment in transportation. He is a and published by the Departments of Defense and undesirable, eliminate peacetime reg- great fighter, and we have been lucky to have and Homeland Security. Individuals pro- istration and dismiss the 10,000 trained vol- him on our side during this particular fight. I ficient in more than one critical skill would unteer Board Members. However, should a have valued his advice and counsel these list the practiced skill in which they have draft be needed, it would take more than a the greatest degree of experience and com- year to get the system capable of conducting past two years as together we have worked to petency. They would also be required to up- a fair and equitable draft from Deep Standby produce a transportation program that moves date reported information as necessary until status. our country forward. they reach age 35. This unique data base 3. Restructure the SSS and shift its peace- Beyond our work together on the Sub- would provide the military (and national, time focus to accommodate DoD’s most like- committee, we have worked together on other state, and municipal government agencies) ly requirements in a crisis. Plan for con- issues, such as the expansion of O’Hare and with immediately available links to vital ducting a more likely draft of individuals many years fighting the whistle ban to protect human resources . . . in effect, a single, most with special and critical skills. our towns that had developed around the rail- a. Minimum requirement: SSS mission accurate and complete, national inventory of road tracks crisscrossing through our districts. young Americans with special skills. guidance and time lines must be redefined While the data base’s ‘‘worst-case’’ use promptly by DoD to allow more relevant pre- Apart from the Committee activities, BILL might be to draft such personnel into mili- mobilization planning and funding for the has been a tireless advocate for his constitu- tary or homeland security assignments dur- possibility of a critical skills draft at M+90 ents. He was born on the southwest side of ing a national mobilization, its very prac- of sooner. Peacetime registration of men 18 Chicago, and he truly knows and understands tical peacetime use could be to support re- through 25 would continue, but consideration his district. Prior to coming to Washington, cruiting and direct marketing campaigns would also be given to identifying men with BILL was a Chicago City alderman and he still aimed at encouraging skilled personnel to certain critical skills among these year-of- is a Ward committeeman—a good education volunteer for community or military service birth groupings. A post-mobilization plan opportunities, and to consider applying for would also be devised and computer pro- for any member of this House! hard-to-fill public sector jobs. Local govern- gramming accomplished for a full-blown So I want to acknowledge BILL’s courage, ment agencies could also tap this data base critical skills draft. The HCPDS program is his strength in standing by his convictions, and to locate nearby specialists for help with do- completed, brought to the forefront of SSS his love for the city of Chicago. He has had a mestic crises and emergency situations. readiness planning, and tested through exer- real impact, and his successes can be seen With the changes described above, SSS cises. Without a reaffirmation of relevance all over the city—whether riding the ‘‘el’’ or programs would be modified to serve the con- and adjustment of mission, the SSS will be landing on a plane at Midway. temporary needs of several customers: De- an easy target for reduction or elimination I wish him and his wife, Rose Marie, all the partment of Defense; Department of Home- by detractors in the Congress and the Ad- land Security (FEMA. U.S. Border Patrol, best on his retirement. He has been a valu- ministration. able member of the House, and we will miss U.S. Customs, INS). Corporation for National b. Expanded pre-mobilization requirement: Service, Public Health Service, and other SSS peacetime registration expanded to in- him. federal and state agencies seeking personnel clude women and men, 18 through 34 years f with critical skills for national security or old, and collects information on critical community service assignments. The SSS skills within these year-of-birth groupings. TRIBUTE TO MR. BILL LIPINSKI would thus play a more vital, relevant, and Requires change of law and additional fund- immediate role in shoring up America’s ing (see Issue Paper dated 11 Feb 2003). HON. PHILIP M. CRANE strength and readiness in peace and war. B. If more examination of the issue and op- OF ILLINOIS II. Are today’s SSS capabilities in sync with tions is needed, consider forming an inter- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES DoD needs? agency task force to provide the Administra- A. Is there a need to preserve the capa- tion with a policy recommendation. Possible Friday, October 8, 2004 bility of conducting a draft of untrained players: DoD, SSS, DHS, NSC, OMB, Cor- Mr. CRANE. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to manpower? If so, is the time frame still poration for National Service, PHS, others. join my colleagues in a tribute to my good M+193? C. After suitable analysis, obtain a White friend, BILL LIPINSKI, who has made countless B. How likely is it that DoD will need SSS House Statement of Administration Policy contributions to the State of Illinois and to the to conduct a Health Care draft? (SAP) announcing plans for the future of the C. Now severe are any other critical skills SSS (course of action l, 2, or 3, above). country during his years serving in the House. shortages in the military? D. If the SSS is to expand its pre-mobiliza- George Washington is quoted as saying, D. Are the Clinton-era’s abstract reasons tion activities to include registration of ‘‘How far you go in life depends on your being for preserving the SSS and peacetime reg- women and collection of critical skills iden- tender with the young, compassionate with the istration still valid? tifiers, it will be necessary to market the aged, sympathetic with the striving, and toler- E. Would DoD still fight any and all Con- concept for approval by the Armed Services gressional initiatives to cut or eliminate the ant of the weak and the strong. Because Committees and Appropriations Committee SSS? someday in life you will have been all of draft implementing legislation for congres- these.’’ I believe BILL LIPINSKI modeled his III. Consider restructuring the SSS to address sional consideration. The changes will be im- contemporary national security needs plemented after the amended law is signed Congressional career around this quote. A. Focus might be on relieving critical and funding is identified. BILL’s efforts in transforming our country’s skills shortages transportation infrastructure, especially that in f B. Include potential service to DHS and the State of Illinois, has made every Ameri- other government agencies that must at- TRIBUTE TO MR. LIPINSKI can’s life a little easier by more efficient travel. tract/recruit skilled personnel. Throughout the years, BILL and I have worked C. Explore the feasibility of developing a single-point data base of virtually all young HON. THOMAS E. PETRI together on several transportation projects, Americans, 18 through 34 years old, imme- OF WISCONSIN from Metra expansion to road projects. In diately identifiable by critical skills pos- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES working with him on each of these projects, he sessed and practiced. Data base could be used showed great leadership, but most of all he for a draft in war and for recruiting in peace- Friday, October 8, 2004 showed great friendship. It is for this that I ad- time. Mr. PETRI. Mr. Speaker, I want to join in mire BILL the most. He could look past the 1. Would require modification of SSS mis- this tribute to the many years of public service sion and changes to authorizing law. harsh realities of partisan politics and work 2. Cost considerations. and the more than 20 years of service here in with me to help residents within my district. I IV. Next steps—Statement of Administration the House of our colleague BILL LIPINSKI. will be eternally grateful not only for BILL’s Policy needed I have had the privilege of serving with BILL support of the projects he and I worked on but A. DoD decides what services it needs and on the Transportation and Infrastructure Com- also for his friendship. wants from SSS: Three options for consider- mittee for many years. During this Congress, Another thing I will always remember BILL ation: he has served as the ranking Democrat on the for is his independence. While BILL is a loyal

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00073 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.380 E11PT1 E1940 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 Democrat—one that I haven’t yet been able to pressure to drill for oil in one of the last pris- same thing over and over again until the hos- convert—he was never afraid to break from tine ecosystems remaining in not only America tage-taker comes screaming out of the house the ranks to cast his vote as he saw fit. I will but on the planet. Large SUVs are extremely saying ‘‘Stop It! I Can’t Take It Anymore!’’ So, always miss his camaraderie, and his love for polluting, particularly in regards to greenhouse for the sake of good policy, I am resorting this cathedral of democracy. gases. Due in part to the oil wasted by large once again to the same bad poetry. BILL, in the years to come, I hope I will still SUVs, the Administration would like to open ‘‘A TAXPAYER’S LAMENT,’’ OR ‘‘WHY AM I the ecologically pristine Arctic National Wildlife get to see you on the flights to and from Chi- PAYING FOR OTHER PEOPLE’S HUMVEES?’’ Refuge to drilling in order to extract a total of cago and I wish you all the best in your retire- I don’t mind paying taxes, for energy and ment. 6 months worth of oil—oil that would be such f pumped right into the tanks of Hummers and As long as I don’t have to pay very much, other SUV gas guzzlers. And as long as I don’t end up subsidizing CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4520, Instead of working to pay down the nation’s trucks AMERICAN JOBS CREATION ACT debt, the Republican Hummer tax loophole is Called ‘‘Humvee Ones’’ and ‘‘Humvee 2s’’ for OF 2004 digging our children’s financial hole even 25,000 bucks! deeper. For every 100,000 taxpayers that They don’t fit in a parking space; they guzzle SPEECH OF drive through the Hummer loophole, the gas like a hog, And they leave our children gasping for air HON. EDWARD J. MARKEY Treasury is denied almost $900 million. turned in to smog. Instead of helping the poor, the tax loophole I’m not for banning Humvees—some people OF MASSACHUSETTS is once again aiding the wealthy. Because think they’re cool. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hummers and other large SUVs use an inordi- But subsidizing this luxury treats taxpayers Thursday, October 7, 2004 nate amount of fuel, they increase the demand like a fool. for gasoline, which in turn causes the price of With our soldiers now in Baghdad fighting Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, this week the gasoline to rise. The price of gasoline in Mas- for the oil price of oil rose to more than $53 a barrel, a Wasting gasoline this way just makes my sachusetts currently is $1.93 a gallon. The record that will translate into higher home blood boil. price of oil is almost $53 a barrel. These price heating oil prices this winter and higher gaso- Voting for this subsidy is impossible to de- increases make a disproportionately higher im- line prices at the pump. fend. pact on the bank accounts of the nation’s All we want to know out here is when will Last night, the Republican-controlled House poorest households. In addition, because the this end? of Representatives responded to this news by SUV tax poolhole is designed for type-S cor- passing a tax bill that renews an expiring tax porations, the beneficiaries include lawyers, loophole for small businesses to buy huge, f doctors, and real estate agents. gas-guzzling SUVs, like the Hummer. Clearly, something needs to be done to help HONORING GENE HOOPER’S 50 Our tax code should offer incentives for wean the United States off of oil and free our- YEARS IN BANKING people to conserve energy. Unfortunately, the selves from the chains of OPEC. A step in the SUV tax loophole does just the opposite. The right direction would be for the United States Republican Hummer tax loophole entices to promote the use of high fuel economy hy- HON. BART GORDON Americans to buy the biggest, heaviest, and brid vehicles. least fuel efficient vehicles on the market. This problem could be solved easily if we OF TENNESSEE Under this loophole, a small business that pur- only had the willpower to do so. By changing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES chases a large SUV, such as a Hummer or one sentence in the tax code, we could pre- Cadillac Escalade, can deduct up to $25,000 serve the tax deduction to small businesses Friday, October 8, 2004 of the vehicle’s cost. In contrast, citizens who owners, such as farmers, who were intended Mr. GORDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to purchase a fuel efficient hybrid vehicle this to benefit, and eliminate the benefit to those honor my friend Gene Hooper’s service to the year will be entitled to just $2,000; starting in who abuse it. In the current version, some banking community of Middle Tennessee. 2006, the hybrid vehicle tax deduction will long overdue language was added to distin- Gene and his wife, Vera, are residents of shrink even further until it disappears entirely guish between large SUVs and industrial vehi- Cookeville, Tennessee. by 2009. cles. That change somewhat improved the sit- In 2003, nearly 1,000,000 large SUVs were uation, dropping the deductible amount for Fresh out of high school, Gene began work- sold in the US, outnumbering the number of large SUVs from a ridiculous $100,000 to a ing at Third National Bank in 1954. There, he hybrid vehicles sold by a ratio of 23 to 1. sublime $25,000; however, the fact that formed a partnership with Homer Tidwell, and The best-selling hybrid vehicle, the Toyota $25,000 deductions for large SUVs are being the two young men teamed up to win the Prius, achieves an estimated 55 miles per gal- extended until 2008 while the already minus- American Institute of Banking’s National De- lon. In contrast, the Hummer H2, Ford Excur- cule deductions for hybrid vehicles are dis- bate Contest. sion, and Land Rover Range Rover all appearing is ludicrous. Gene continued working for Third National achieve less than 15 miles per gallon. By not extending the SUV tax loophole and Bank for more than 20 years. In 1976, he The Toyota Prius emits 3.5 tons of green- not eliminating the deductions for hybrid vehi- joined the Bank of Putnam County. At the house gas emissions annually; the annual cles, we can help to increase our nation’s se- time, the bank was preparing to open its sec- greenhouse gas emissions for the Hummer curity, protect our environment, reduce the na- ond office in Cookeville. Under Gene’s leader- H2, Ford Excursion, and Land Rover Range tional debt, and ease the financial burdens of ship, the Bank of Putnam County has grown Rover each emit more than 4 times the the poor. It is time for the majority in the Con- into a two-bank holding company with 12 of- amount of greenhouse gases than the Prius. gress to steer our nation in the right direction fices in four counties. Instead of working towards independence by saying no to the special interests who are from Middle East oil, the Republicans have working to keep this loophole open. The Gene has been a leader in banking, as well voted to extend tax loopholes that will only House vote last night to approve the Repub- as a leader in the community. He has served help make us even more dependent. So far, lican tax bill represents a failure of vision. We as an officer in the American Institute of Bank- we have had 1,066 American soldiers die in a can only hope now that the Senate will block ing, and he has served on the government re- misdirected, misguided attempt to stabilize the this legislation to extend the Republican Hum- lations committees for both the Tennessee government holding the world’s second largest mer loophole from 2006 until 2008. Bankers Association and the American Bank- oil supply. The war in Iraq has made our Last year when we tried to get rid of this ers Association. He also is an active member country more vulnerable to the extremists of loophole during the energy conference, I re- of the Cookeville Chamber of Commerce and the Middle East. sorted to bad poetry as a way of prying my Cookeville Noon Rotary. Instead of making our air cleaner and pro- colleagues free of this obscene subsidy. It Gene has accomplished much in his 50 tecting our environment, the Republican Hum- didn’t work. But I am told by people in the years of service. I thank him for his good ad- mer tax loophole is making our air dirtier, mak- business of psychological operations that you vice over the years, and I congratulate him on ing our planet warmer, and contributing to the can sometimes free a hostage by playing the his long and distinguished career.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:13 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00074 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.384 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1941 TRIBUTE TO MADGE J. been honored by local police, firefighters and GEAR UP dovetails well with the high stand- OVERHOUSE the AFL–CIO Labor Council. This past Janu- ards set by No Child Left Behind and gives ary 2003, she was presented the California schools the resources needed to meet NCLB HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA Democratic Party’s lifetime achievement standards. This outstanding program helps at- OF CALIFORNIA award. risk students succeed in school and prepares IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Madge Overhouse, known for years as the them to attend college, an option many of godmother of the Democratic Party in Santa them had previously considered out of reach. Friday, October 8, 2004 Clara County, hobnobbed with top local, state GEAR UP helps students from low-income Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in and national Democrats for more than 30 backgrounds realize that they too can succeed memory of Madge Jennings Overhouse to rec- years. She was a Democratic National Com- in college and shows them the path to a better ognize her lifelong achievements and indis- mittee member and attended all but one of the future. putable legacy of selfless volunteerism and party’s conventions, since Jimmy Carter’s As Congress considers reauthorization of dedication to public service. Madge Jennings presidency. the Higher Education Act, I hope my col- Overhouse was born on July 29, 1924 in The Madge began volunteering for political leagues will recognize the value of the GEAR Dalles, Oregon, and soon moved to San Jose. causes when politics was uncharted territory UP program and continue to provide re- She attended San Jose State University, grad- for women. As a result, she helped future gen- sources that will help students like Yuliya uating cum laude in history, where she met erations of women see more possibilities avail- reach their potential. her husband, a member of both the football able to them in politics. Also known as an Or- f and track teams. Madge married Howard acle of the Democratic Party, Madge lent her Overhouse in 1949, and they had one son, expertise to the careers of many public offi- HONORING MIM KELBER Richard, and three lovely grandchildren, Ash- cials both male and female. Speaking from ley Ann, Katie and Will Overhouse. personal experience, Madge’s gentleness in HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY Madge was a descendant of several gen- behavior, in advice and admonition will be my OF NEW YORK erations of San Jose natives who served their compass. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES city and passed that community service ethic It was on Wednesday, September 29, 2004 Friday, October 8, 2004 on to her. The city’s first and third fire chiefs, that Madge Overhouse died of apparent heart George and Richard Brown, were ancestors, failure after battling breast cancer for two Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay and her father, Ralph James, was a San Jose years. She was 80. The original diagnosis of tribute to Mim Kelber, one of the bright, shin- fire captain. Her late husband, Howard cancer was she had a month to live. ing lights of the women’s movement. Mim Overhouse, also was a city firefighter. Madge Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mourn the loss passed away this summer, leaving a legacy of herself worked for thirty years as a librarian at of a friend, a role model and a constant inspi- extraordinary activism and passion for social San Jose State University and San Jose City ration. Madge Overhouse’s heroic service to justice. Best known as Bella Abzug’s best College. our community and guidance to individuals in- friend, soul mate and speechwriter, Mim was Her career as a librarian spanned almost 40 spired many to go beyond their expectations also a much-admired activist and leader in her years and two institutions, beginning at San and, as a result, contribute to the betterment own right. Jose State, then moved to San Jose Commu- of our beautiful and diverse community in I had the privilege of speaking at her memo- nity College. Typical of Madge, she assumed Santa Clara County. Madge was a true hero, rial service on August 17, 2004 where I said, a leadership role in her profession, serving on in every word and action. ‘‘This weekend the world lost one of the great the Santa Clara County Library Commission f feminists—Mim Kelber. from 1976 to 1982, as well as serving on the A labor journalist, freelance writer and activ- California Library Agency for Systems and HONORING YULIYA KOSTROMITINA ist, Mim devoted her life to improving the Services from 1979 to 1984, representing world she lived in. Together with her great Santa Clara County as an alternate for Super- HON. DARLENE HOOLEY friend, Bella Abzug, Mim encouraged women visor Rod Diridon. Madge also served on the OF OREGON to use their political power to ensure their Steering Committee for the Master Plan of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rights. California Libraries. There is not an American woman alive Madge’s multitude of contributions to the Friday, October 8, 2004 today who does not have more rights, com- community throughout her lifetime is legend, Ms. HOOLEY of Oregon. Mr. Speaker, I rise mand more respect or enjoy more opportunity and the list of civic organizations that Madge today to honor Yuliya Kostromitina, a student as a result of their work together. Mim and has helped is extensive. We would like to take from McKay High School in Salem, Oregon. Bella broke through barriers, shattered glass a moment to reflect on a few pivotal moments Yuliya, the daughter of immigrants from Rus- ceilings and woke people up. here. sia, was selected as a delegate to the Na- Mim was a consummate organizer, a terrific Madge was one of the first women to serve tional Council for Community and Education writer and a true idealist. As co-founder of the on the Executive Board of the Santa Clara Partnerships 2004 Youth Leadership Con- National Women’s Political Caucus, the County chapter of the Boy Scouts of America. ference in Washington, DC. As a result of the Women USA Fund, the Women’s Foreign Pol- The Santa Clara County Fair Association ben- leadership demonstrated by Ms. Kostromitina, icy Council and WEDO, Mim worked to bring efited from Madge’s input as a Board member she was chosen as one of just four students other women together to work to achieve com- from 1987 to 1995. Madge also served on the nationwide, and one of forty internationally, to mon goals. boards of the Iota Delta Chapter of the Chi attend the 7th International Partnership Net- As an author, Mim helped draft a roadmap Omega sorority and the Campbell Historical work Conference in London, England. for women to follow in fighting for our rights. Preservation Board. Madge was a long-time Yuliya’s achievement is proof that the GEAR She wrote part of Bella’s unyielding call to member of the San Jose Metropolitan Cham- UP program, or Gaining Early Awareness and arms, including the Contract with the Women ber of Commerce. In addition, Madge lent her Preparedness for Undergraduate Programs, in of the USA. Mim used her pen to help people talents to the Multi-Modal Transportation Task which she participates at McKay High, can change the way they looked at the world and Force, which led to the completion of Highway help build great students. GEAR UP provides how they lived their lives. 85, which is now a major transportation artery five-year grants to states and partnerships to Whenever I wanted to organize women to in the Bay Area. She was honored in 1994 as provide services at high-poverty middle and pass the ERA, to fund UNFPA or to bring a County Woman of Achievement for her vol- high schools. GEAR UP programs serve an women together for any cause, I would call unteerism. At the time, she was the political entire group of students beginning in middle Mim. She was a source of inspiration for me. director for the county Democratic Information school and continuing through high school. A veteran of many of the old battles, she al- Center, which she co-founded in 1969. In Within each school GEAR UP funds are used ways had good advice about how to fight new 1986, she was named County Democrat of the to provide meaningful academic enrichment struggles. Year. She was a Democratic nominee for the activities that result in systemic school im- It is incumbent upon all women to keep her 22nd Assembly District in 1974, served as provement and increased student achievement spirit alive and to further the irresistible mo- chairwoman of the Northern California wom- that will prepare students to go to college. mentum that Mim helped foster. May we long en’s division of the Democratic Party and was GEAR UP funds are also used to provide col- remember her contributions. selected to vote as an elector in the 1992 lege scholarships to low-income students. To honor her memory, I want to insert into Electoral College. Over the years, she has With its emphasis on school improvement, the RECORD some of the other loving tributes

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:13 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00075 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.389 E11PT1 E1942 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 made by family, friends and colleagues that Bella Abzug’s daughter, Liz Abzug: ‘‘First, I days before we could move paragraphs, re-ar- day: want to send my deepest condolences to range words, and correct errors with the mere Her daughter, Karli Kelber: ‘‘I am so proud Mim’s family and her friends. press of a button. But Mim had a computer to be Mim Kelber’s daughter. She was a great Mim knew my mother, Bella Abzug, for 60 operating in her head when Bill Gates was still speech writer and she also gave many years. They were classmates at Walton High a baby. She would pause from time to time, speeches—some in this very room. She was School in the Bronx. They worked together at but for what only seemed like a second—then very modest. She would have been amazed Women’s Strike for Peace in the sixties—pro would come another clatter of the keys and by the number of people here today. She bono, of course—and when my mother ran for another flood of words. could have written for Presidents though un- Congress, Mim was tirelessly there for her, The office had its own particular assembly fortunately none of the presidents in recent from the first campaign to the last. line. Speeches and statements flowed from history would have been worthy enough to In 1971, when my mother was elected to Mim’s electric typewriter to my desk for adap- read her words. her first term in Congress, she named Mim as tation into press releases—while an office My mother spent her life working to make her executive policy assistant and speech writ- worker faxed a copy on to Bella in Wash- the world a better place. She had so many er. Mim chose to work out of New York in- ington—page by laborious page. Yes, those great ideas, especially for organizing women. stead of Washington because she didn’t want were also the days of the dinosaur fax—com- She would often lament, ‘‘If only the men to be separated from Harry and her children. plete with chemical smells. could stay home and the women could run In 1980, Mim and my mother co-founded Somehow we got it done. And inevitably, al- things.’’ the Women USA Fund and in 1990, they co- most routinely, by the time Bella rose to She hated religion, blaming it for so many founded Women’s Environment and Develop- speak-on the floor of the House, on the cam- wars. She often told me to remember that ment Organization, WEDO. Along the way, paign trail around the state, and later around there were more good people than bad people they co-authored many, many publications. the world—the magic of the words were fil- in this world. She believed in the golden rule. Just to name a few—Bella Abzug’s Guide to tered through the singular personality and pas- She also warned us that happiness was not a Political Power for American Women; Women sion of her lifelong soul-mate. And the result constant state of mind—although she wanted and Government, New Ways to Political made history. her daughters to be happy all the time. Power and Gender Gap which they dedicated I wasn’t there to observe the development The consummate reporter, she was always ‘‘To our daughters and to young women ev- of the dynamic synergy that bound these two asking questions. She taught me the five ‘‘w’’ erywhere, the future leaders of our Nation.’’ great women together. By the time I joined the questions at an early age and her sharp edit- In other words, Bella Abzug couldn’t have assembly line, it was well-oiled, honed by ing skills helped me through high school and gotten along without Mim Kelber. I remember years of practice, give and take, debate, a lit- college—if only she could have edited this these lively discussions they had together, tle fighting, and lots of passion—the fire and speech! these great debates that were often loud—at ice, yin and yang, of a partnership that in- She educated me to care about others. To least on my mother’s part—and I think each spired, challenged, and ultimately changed the help make a difference. The lessons started inspired the other. nation. I simply had the privilege, for a few quite early. She was pregnant with me when My mother often told me that she thought precious years, to observe it, promote it, mar- she was called to the House Un-American Ac- Mim was brilliant. From everything we’ve vel at it, celebrate it. And see some of its tivities hearings in Washington where she took heard here today, I think it’s obvious why.’’ more hilarious manifestations, too. Once, during the Senate campaign, Mim the 5th Amendment. She then named me after Harold Holzer: ‘‘I first met Mim Kelber on a had prepared a 20-page speech for Bella to a very famous Karl. Monday morning in March of 1975—at Bella deliver in Buffalo. But Mim had also written a Women’s Strike for Peace and PTA politics Abzug’s Congressional offices at 252 Seventh 20-page speech to deliver a few nights later in were a constant in my childhood. She took my Avenue. It was more than 29 years ago . . . New York. Bella liked both of them—she didn’t sister and me to countless peace demonstra- a lifetime, really. But it seems to me, and know which to use—and then hours before we tions. And then there was Bella Abzug’s probably to many of you, like yesterday. A were ready to leave, she demanded that Mim yesterday when, unlike today, hope really did strong influence on our lives. I was incredibly write an entirely new speech, based on the seem to be on the way. proud of the powerful speeches my mother best of both. Mim’s reply was simple: ‘‘Forget I can still see the configuration of our office wrote for her and mesmerized by the way it Bella.’’ They exchanged words. Bella with vivid clarity: Bella and Dora Friedman in Bella spoke. There was always hope in the air screamed. Mim shouted back—in her own side-by-side offices, usually arguing. Sylvia despite so many setbacks—and the victories way. Then she simply turned and left. Bella’s Epstein and her constituent services operation were exhilarating. response: ‘‘I’ll do it myself.’’ Then she added: to the south, although she was always avail- Those were exciting times for my mother yet ‘‘The quiet ones always get you in the end!’’ she told me that her happiest days were rais- able to come around the corner, for arguing. We were late: she grabbed up the two ing my sister and me in our Clark Street apart- And to Bella’s North—in a bullpen setting with speeches and took them with her. We flew to ment across from the Brooklyn Heights prome- steel and frosted glass walls that only rose western New York—Bella, Maggi Peyton, and nade. She had a deep love and admiration for five feet off the floor, sat Mim. An island of me—she was holding the two speeches, still my father. She was in awe of his constant en- isolation and serenity. Tranquility and con- trying to figure out what to include and what ergy and determination and would often ex- centration in the eye of a hurricane. And right to cut when we took an elevator up to the top claim, ‘‘Your father is really a remarkable outside Mim’s enclave was what passed for floor of a Buffalo hotel. But when the doors man!’’ That he is. And she adored her five the press office . . . namely, me. Arguing. opened, a huge gust of wind blew into the cab grandchildren. But not with Mim. In fact, for 2 years I don’t and all the papers went flying into the air and The peaceful world she envisioned has not think I ever saw Mim’s face for more than a settled slowly to the floor. Bella said to us: yet come to pass. After witnessing terrorism few minutes every day. That’s because her ‘‘Pick those papers up and give them to me.’’ from her living room window, in despair she back was always to me. What I saw was her We handed her 40 pages, which she simply told me, ‘‘We worked so hard—we always blonde hair, her head rigidly facing her desk shuffled together in no particular order. That thought that things would get better.’’ She la- against the wall, as if her gaze could not be night Bella Abzug gave two Mim Kelber beled herself ‘‘a realist’’ yet her whole life was torn away from the paper before her, no mat- speeches in one—and you know what? It guided by an optimistic activism. Although her ter how loud the distraction. Her concentration sounded fine. Happily, Bella ran out of gas last days were a painful struggle for her, her was awesome. I’ve never seen anything like it about two-thirds of the way through, or she intellect and political astuteness would often before or since. What I heard from her direc- might have spent the entire campaign there. shine through. She was constantly composing tion was the constant clatter of her electric Bella is gone now. 252 Seventh Avenue is letters to the editors in her head. typewriter—remember that familiar sound in a luxury co-op—a far cry from the place where Katherine Hepburn, my mother’s favorite ac- the days before computers? Rhythmically, rap- Dora couldn’t leave animal crackers in her tress, who was a true feminist, said, ‘‘I have idly, relentlessly, from 9 in the morning until 6 desk overnight without the mice eating them. no fear of death. Must be wonderful, like a big at night, when she would calmly board the But Bella’s memory burns bright. And Mim’s sleep. But let’s face it: it’s how you live that Lexington Avenue subway for Brooklyn words live on-in every thought inspiring the really counts.’’ Heights to claim a bit of peace until the next hope for a saner world—the world of peace My mother leaves behind a legacy of social morning. and equality to which she gave such articulate activism and love. She had a real vision of the Even more remarkably, not only did those vision. way things could be and she taught us never words flow quickly—but also flawlessly. It’s The quiet ones will get you in the end. And to give up—and mom, we never will.’’ hard to imagine—these, after all, were the Mim’s quiet—her quiet dignity, tirelessness,

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00076 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.392 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1943 eloquence—got us right in the heart—in the RECOGNIZING THE YOUNG MEN’S enced the atrocities of the Japanese occupa- beginning, for the duration, in the end, and al- LEAGUE OF GUAM FOR THEIR tion of Guam during World War II; and ways. EFFORTS TO BRING RESOLUTION Whereas, the majority of the members of TO GUAM WAR CLAIMS the League have testified before the Guam One day, Mim walked out of the office-after War Claims Review Commission during their an upheaval of a fight with Bella, accompanied visit to Guam to secure testimonies from the by slamming doors and angry words—the full HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO Cbamorro people who experienced the atroc- deal—about something quickly forgotten. But OF GUAM ities of the Japanese occupation; and ever the professional, before she left Mim took IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Whereas, the Board of Directors and the Council of Elders of the League were elected her latest speech and practically threw it on Friday, October 8, 2004 Bella’s desk. at large by the general membership; and Bella erupted. She pounded her fist on the Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Whereas, the Board of Directors and the Council of Elders are representatives of the table, took off her hat and slammed it down, to commend the efforts of the Young Men’s League of Guam (YMLG) in building commu- General membership with the fiduciary re- and only then picked up the pages and started sponsibility of overseeing the general wel- reading. She turned one page, then the other, nity support for the recommendations of the fare and well being of the members: Now, grew silent, then looked up and smiled and Guam War Claims Review Commission and therefore be it said: ‘‘There’s no one like Mimi.’’ As usual, working to bring resolution to a painful era in Resolved, That the Young Men’s League of Bella was right.’’ Guam’s history. Guam totally supports the recommendations Mim was a source of strength and inspira- As Guam’s oldest fraternal organization, the of the Guam War Claims Review Commission Young Men’s League of Guam, in conjunction that would bring closure to the long awaited tion to thousands of women who heard her recognition for the undue suffering of the words or followed her career. Mr. Speaker, I with the Mayor’s Council of Guam, has taken a lead role in building community consensus Chamorro people through Japanese atroc- ask my colleagues to join me in celebrating ities during World War II because of their the life of Mim Kelber, a brilliant strategist, elo- on the issue of Guam War Claims following dedication and loyalty to America; and be it quent writer, and faithful friend. the presentation of the Guam War Claims Re- further view Commission report to Congress on June Resolved, That the Young Men’s League of f 9, 2004. YMLG and the Mayor’s Council col- Guam requests the Guam Legislature and lected 1,800 signatures in a petition to the the Governor of Guam to jointly support the TRIBUTE TO ART GINSBURG President, Congress, and local leaders re- recommendations of the Guam War Claims questing Congressional action to bring closure Review Commission. HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN to the horrific experiences endured by the f OF CALIFORNIA people of Guam, demonstrating broad support NATIONAL WILDERNESS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES within our community for resolving the issue of PROCLAMATION MONTH Guam War Claims. YMLG advocates quick ac- Friday, October 8, 2004 tion on the recommendations of the Review Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Commission’s report to bring closure for the HON. ANTHONY D. WEINER ask my colleagues to join me in saluting my remaining survivors of the occupation. OF NEW YORK good friend, Mr. Art Ginsburg. On November YMLG President and Chairman Dr. Jose T. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 6, 2004, the Los Angeles Valley College will Nededog and other YMLG leaders have Friday, October 8, 2004 honor him at its annual President’s Gala. Art championed the cause of bringing recognition Mr. WEINER. Mr. Speaker, it has been 40 is a successful businessman and respected and justice to those who experienced the oc- years since Congress passed the 1964 Na- community leader who selflessly devotes cupation. Dr. Nededog, who lost his older tional Wilderness Act, which has allowed parts much of his time and resources to community, brother in the Fena cave massacre during the of public land to be protected by law for future governmental, civic and charitable organiza- occupation, is like many Chamorros, who after generations. tions. enduring enemy occupation went on to proud It might surprise some to know that this As the Vice President of the Los Angeles careers of service in the U.S. military. groundbreaking act of legislation was derived City Planning Review Board, he works hard to Guam is the only United States jurisdiction in part from the work of a New York City resi- enhance the commercial areas of Studio City. invaded and occupied by enemy forces since dent, David McClure, who chaired the Com- He is a founding member of the Studio City the war of 1812. Over 8,000 Chamorros suf- mittee on Forest Preservation at the state con- Improvement Association and helped create fered personal injury, including rape, beatings, stitutional convention in Albany in 1894. its ‘‘Sidewalk Walk of Fame.’’ Also, Art has forced labor, forced march and internment, McClure helped draft an article, which en- been an active member of the Studio City and approximately 1,000 were killed at the sured that certain state land would remain Chamber of Commerce for 47 years and he hands of the Japanese Imperial Army. YMLG ‘‘forever wild.’’ Those words, adopted by the serves as a member of the Studio City Resi- is concerned that many of those who survived convention and later approved by the voters, dents Association. the brutal 32 month occupation are passing have never been altered and remain in effect A wonderful place to eat and one of the San away before the issue of War Claims is fully for the 3-million acre New York State forest Fernando Valley’s famous landmarks is ‘‘Art’s resolved. preserve in the Adirondack and Catskill parks. I commend Dr. Nededog, the Young Men’s Delicatessen and Restaurant’’ in Studio City. It This visionary accomplishment was the inspi- League of Guam, and the Mayor’s Council of is a family run business that has been a favor- ration for those who drafted the 1964 Wilder- Guam for being a voice for the survivors of the ite of many of my constituents since its open- ness Act. occupation of Guam and for actively engaging ing in 1957. I know first-hand that, ‘‘every Mr. Speaker, I would like to insert into the sandwich is a work of Art.’’ in the effort to bring closure to the issue of RECORD a New York City Proclamation hon- Guam war claims. I welcome their support and In addition to his business accomplish- oring the 40th Anniversary of the Wilderness encouragement and look forward to moving ments, Art is a strong supporter of Los Ange- Act and designating September 2004, in New this issue through the U.S. Congress. les Valley College which he attended in 1956 York City, as National Wilderness Act Month. and 1957. He is a member of the Board of Di- Mr. Speaker, I would also like to submit for PROCLAMATION rectors college foundation, the Patrons Asso- the RECORD a copy of the Young Men’s ciation, and serves on the business liaison, League of Guam Resolution No. 01–04 ‘‘Rel- Whereas: While we thrive in a concrete ative to Expressing Strong Support to the Rec- jungle, New Yorkers are not blind to the ne- executive council and scholarship committees. cessity of forest preservation. In fact, our He has established a number of scholarships ommendations of the Guam War Claims Re- urban sensibility allows us a special appre- that have greatly benefitted many students. Art view Commission for the Chamorro People.’’ ciation for green spaces and wilderness. frequently sponsors campus activities by pro- RESOLUTION NO. 01–04 Whereas: It has been forty years since Con- viding food from his Deli. Whereas, the Young Men’s League of Guam gress passed the 1964 National Wilderness Art and his lovely wife, Sandy, have three is the oldest Chamorro fraternal organiza- Act, which has allowed a small percentage of children and three grandchildren. Two more tion on Guam, established in 1917; and the nation’s public lands to be protected by law for future generations. It might surprise grandchildren are expected soon. Whereas, members of the League are re- plete with great leaders of Guam who deter- some to know that this groundbreaking act Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in saluting mined the destiny of Guam and its people; of legislation was derived in part from the my good friend Art Ginsburg and congratu- and work of a New York City resident, David lating him on the honor being bestowed on Whereas, the majority of the members of McClure, who chaired the Committee on For- him by Los Angeles Valley College. the League and their families have experi- est Preservation at the State Constitutional

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The tests 14, Section 1 of the State Constitution have safe haven for Jews the world over who all too results were issued despite instrument read- never been altered, and remain in effect for often cannot find peace elsewhere. ings indicating that the results might be erro- the three million-acre New York State For- Mr. Speaker, the bombings in Egypt also il- neous. It was also disclosed that the testing est Preserve in the Adirondack and Catskill lustrate another important point—that the se- equipment itself might be at issue. Parks. This visionary accomplishment was curity fence being built around Israel works. In May and July of this year, the House the inspiration for those who drafted the 1964 Although no group has yet been definitively Government Reform Subcommittee on Crimi- Wilderness Act. tied to this attack, it is clear the attack in Whereas: Eleanor Roosevelt said, ‘‘perhaps nal Justice, Drug Policy, and Human Re- nature is our best assurance of immor- Egypt was chosen because it would be too dif- sources held hearings to investigate the lab tality.’’ As we celebrate the fortieth anniver- ficult to perpetrate inside of Israel. The secu- deficiencies that led to the release of hun- sary of this important act, New Yorkers are rity fence is a sad reality for those living on ei- dreds of invalid HIV/AIDS and Hepatitis C test called upon to follow in the footsteps of Mr. ther side, but a necessary reality in order to results by MGH. I requested the hearings as McClure and become environmental stew- save lives. As our strategic military partner, the Subcommittee’s Ranking Minority Member, ards. ally, trusted friend of 56 years, and only de- and, with the cooperation and support of the f mocracy in the Middle East, Israel needs the distinguished chairman—the gentleman from continued support of the United States as it PERSONAL EXPLANATION Indiana, Representative Mark Souder—the works to secure her people from Palestinian Subcommittee conducted the hearings on a and other terrorists who seek Israel’s destruc- strictly bipartisan basis. HON. DENISE L. MAJETTE tion. During the hearings, the Subcommittee re- OF GEORGIA Mr. Speaker, it has been said that the ceived testimony from: Teresa Williams and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bombers may have hoped to bring an end to Kristin Turner, two former laboratory employ- Friday, October 8, 2004 talks between Egypt and Israel that focused ees who complained to superiors and state on halting arms smuggling from Egypt to Pal- health officials about serious, longstanding de- Ms. MAJETTE. Mr. Speaker, I was unable estinian terrorists in Gaza, and addressing to be in attendance for a number of rollcall ficiencies in the lab, including failure to imple- other issues of shared concern to both na- ment quality controls on a diagnostic device votes. Had I been present I would have cast tions. We must not let that happen. Egyptians my votes as follows: ‘‘Yes’’ on rollcall 487, used to read tests for HIV and hepatitis; offi- died in Taba just as Israelis did, Egyptians cials from the Food and Drug Administration ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 488, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 489, that lived and worked in peace with Israelis ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 490, ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 491, ‘‘no’’ and the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid each and every day. I encourage Egypt and Services (CMS) responsible for implementing on rollcall 492, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 493, ‘‘no’’ on Israel to continue to work together and I ap- rollcall 494, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 495, ‘‘yes’’ on roll- federal regulations governing medical diag- plaud President Mubarak and his government nostic devices and for regulating laboratory call 496, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 497, ‘‘no’’ on rollcall for coordinating with Israeli rescue workers 498, ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 499, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 502, operations, respectively; the former chief exec- and response teams to allow them access to utive of Adaltis US, Inc., manufacturer of the ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 503, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 504, the site of the attack in Egypt. ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 505, ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 506, device used to run the invalid tests; the Col- Mr. Speaker, my heart goes out to all those lege of American Pathologists, the private ac- ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 507, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 508, whose loved ones were killed or wounded in ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 509, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 510, crediting organization responsible for certifying these vicious attacks and I vow to continue my the laboratory’s compliance with federal and ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 511, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 512, work to fight terror to prevent such horrifying ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 513, ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 514, ‘‘no’’ state regulations on behalf of CMS and the attacks in the future. state; and the Maryland Department of Health on rollcall 515, ‘‘no’’ on rollcall 516, ‘‘yes’’ on f rollcall 517, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 518, ‘‘no’’ on roll- and Mental Hygiene. call 519, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 520, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall INTRODUCTION OF THE CLINICAL In fact, it was Ms. Turner’s complaint in De- 521, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 522, and ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall LABORATORY COMPLIANCE IM- cember 2003 that triggered investigations by 523. PROVEMENT ACT OF 2004 the state, CMS, the Joint Commission for Ac- creditation of Healthcare Organizations f (JCAHO), and CAP, between January and THE TERROR ATTACKS IN EGYPT HON. ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS March. The investigations confirmed Ms. Turn- OF MARYLAND er’s allegations that, during a 14–month period HON. STEVEN R. ROTHMAN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES between June 2002 and August 2003, Mary- Friday, October 8, 2004 land General Hospital issued more than 450 OF NEW JERSEY questionable HIV and hepatitis test results to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. CUMMINGS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to introduce the Clinical Laboratory Compli- hospital patients. During this time period, the Friday, October 8, 2004 ance Improvement Act of 2004, legislation to hospital laboratory was inspected and accred- Mr. ROTHMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to improve the accuracy and reliability in medical ited for two years by CAP, receiving CAP’s express my profound shock and sorrow con- testing and to provide protections for employ- Accredited with Distinction certificate (standard cerning the bombings that occurred yesterday, ees who report laboratory problems to their for CAP-accredited labs). Despite an earlier October 7, 2004, in Taba, Egypt, where at superiors or regulatory entities. anonymous complaint by Ms. Williams and least 29 people died and 160 were injured. Medical laboratory testing is a fundamental several colleagues, the state also was unable The fact that the attacks coincided with the pillar of our nation’s health care system. Vir- to identify the problems, and serious defi- joyous Jewish festival of Sukkot is particularly tually every American undergoes testing in the ciencies in two key departments of the lab horrifying. Two years ago we witnessed similar course of receiving medical care and relies on went undetected by CAP and the state until acts of violence when terrorists struck the the accuracy of laboratory tests to receive ap- January. Park Hotel in Netanya, killing dozens of propriate medical care and treatment. I should also point out that the ongoing Israelis celebrating the traditional Passover Incorrect test results, in the worst case, can faulty testing and related problems at the meal and again in Mombasa, Kenya where contribute to misdiagnosis that leads to inap- MGH lab were brought to the attention of the terrorists unsuccessfully attempted to take propriate care and possible adverse health public only after former lab technician Kristin down an Israeli passenger jet but were suc- consequences for the patient. In the best Turner filed a lawsuit. cessful in killing twelve people at an Israeli- case, incorrect or invalid results can lead to This spring, inspectors from the state, CMS, owned hotel. undue stress and inconvenience. Inaccurate and JCAHO concluded that laboratory staff Yesterday’s bombings, which occurred at a testing for communicable diseases poses an had falsified federally instrument quality con- popular hotel and camping ground in Egypt, especially serious threat to the public health. trol results and reported patient results even are especially jarring for two reasons. First, On March 11, 2004, the Baltimore Sun re- though quality control checks failed. Learning the attacks show the indiscriminate nature of ported that Maryland General Hospital (MGH), of the problems by way of news reports, CAP these terrorists who killed innocent Muslims, located in my district had issued invalid HIV conducted a complaint inspection in April,

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found similar deficiencies, and suspended ac- Chairman SOUDER and I have asked the I invite my colleagues to cosponsor this im- creditation of the lab’s chemistry and point-of- Government Accountability Office (GAO) to portant legislation. care departments for 30 days. examine a number of issues related to the en- Finally, I want to thank my Subcommittee To its credit, Maryland General Hospital forcement of federal standards for labs and I counsel, Tony Haywood, as well as Jolanda conducted its own internal review and vigor- expect that investigation to tell us more about Williams, Trudy Perkins and Kimberly Ross of ously undertook efforts both to retest the af- the prevalence of such problems. my staff for their tireless work on this issue. fected patients and to revamp the lab’s leader- For now, it is unclear how many other lab- f ship and operations. oratories may be experiencing such problems Fortunately, retesting verified the accuracy and, certainly, one would hope the number is PERSONAL EXPLANATION of the overwhelming majority of the HIV and few. But the record gives us little assurance Hepatitis C tests. In addition, Maryland Gen- that what happened at Maryland General HON. ROBERT T. MATSUI eral has made enormous strides in improving could not occur elsewhere and I believe the OF CALIFORNIA its lab operations so that patients receive test Maryland General case reveals weaknesses in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES results that are accurate and reliable. the current system for ensuring compliance Friday, October 8, 2004 Nevertheless, Mr. Speaker, this is a situa- with federal clinical laboratory standards. tion that caused great distress to the commu- The bill I am introducing today aims to cor- Mr. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I was absent on nity that Maryland General serves, and I rect the weaknesses that are apparent. Friday, October 8, 2004, and missed the roll- should note that I live in that community and The Clinical Laboratory Compliance Im- call votes ordered, due to illness. have received care at Maryland General Hos- provement Act of 2004 seeks to improve com- f pital. This is a situation that could have put pliance with laboratory standards by (a) facili- PERSONAL EXPLANATION many lives in jeopardy and one that simply tating the disclosure and detection of defi- should never have occurred given the regu- ciencies by employees and (b) increasing co- latory safeguards that exist to ensure quality operation and accountability among entities in- HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER testing. volved in the accreditation and monitoring of OF NEW YORK Mr. Speaker, Congress recognized the im- federally regulated medical labs. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES portance of ensuring that all Americans re- Specifically, the bill would amend Section Friday, October 8, 2004 ceive accurate diagnostic test results when it 1846 of the Social Security statute to: enacted federal standards for medical labora- (1) Establish whistleblower protections for Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I was un- tories under the Clinical Laboratories Improve- employees of clinical laboratories and pro- able to be present for rollcall votes 494–497, ments Amendments Act of 1998, now known viders; 502, 505, 507–508, 510–512, 517, 518, 520– as ‘‘CLIA.’’ Under CLIA, the Centers for Medi- (2) Require the Centers for Medicare and 524, and 526–527. Had I been present, I care and Medicaid Services (CMS) were Medicaid Services, state health agencies, and would have voted ‘‘aye’’ on rollcall votes 495, charged with developing and implementing private laboratory accrediting organizations 496, 497, 502, 505, 507–508, 510, 511, 512, regulations to ensure that all labs conform to such as CAP to share information about re- 517, 518, 520, 521, 522, and 527. I would strict federal standards. ports of deficiencies and investigative activity have voted ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall votes 494, 523, Pursuant to CLIA regulations and agree- undertaken pursuant to such reports; 524 and 526. Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous ments between CMS and the states, clinical (3) Require that standard accreditation sur- consent that my statement appear in the per- laboratories that choose to be accredited by veys be conducted without prior notice to the manent RECORD. CAP or one of the five other private accred- provider or clinical laboratory facility to be sur- f iting organizations are ‘‘deemed’’ to be in com- veyed; and pliance with federal and state regulatory re- CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4520, (4) Require the Secretary of Health and quirements and can bill for services provided AMERICAN JOBS CREATION ACT Human Services to submit an annual report to to Medicare beneficiaries. OF 2004 Mr. Speaker, there is no doubting the fact Congress describing how CMS, private ac- crediting organizations, and state health agen- that CLIA has made medical testing more ac- SPEECH OF curate and more reliable and, surely, the over- cies responded to reports of deficiencies dur- whelming majority of labs do their best to con- ing the preceding year. HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY form to these high standards. Unfortunately, The whistleblower provisions would facilitate OF ILLINOIS the Maryland General case clearly dem- reporting of deficiencies by: Requiring that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES participating providers and clinical laboratories onstrates that not all laboratories will play fair Thursday, October 7, 2004 and that the current system does not guar- post a conspicuous notice advising employees Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise antee that serious instances of noncompliance how and to whom to report deficiencies; pro- today in opposition to H.R. 4520, the so-called will be detected or corrected. hibiting retaliation by providers and clinical lab- Testimony before the Subcommittee indi- oratories against employees who report defi- American Jobs Creation Act, because it is just cated that, in the Maryland General Hospital ciencies to CMS, accrediting organizations, or another example of the Republicans’ seriously case: laboratory supervisors failed to imple- state health agencies; and establishing a fed- misplaced priorities. Instead of closing cor- ment quality control measures and deliberately eral cause of action for employees who are re- porate tax loopholes to fund housing, edu- masked lab deficiencies from inspectors from taliated against for reporting deficiencies. cation, and veterans’ programs, the Repub- CAP and the state; employees who com- With regard to unannounced inspections, licans decided to give 276 new tax breaks in plained were subject to retaliation and intimi- the bill sets forth a civil monetary penalty of up industries from oil and gas corporations to dation; state and CAP inspection teams were to $2,000 for persons who provide notice to a tackle boxes and ceiling fans makers. Instead unable to identify or verify serious ongoing de- lab or provider about the timing of a survey. of encouraging companies to create jobs in ficiencies during accreditation and complaint Mr. Speaker, it is sad but true that we can- the U.S., the Republicans chose to reward surveys; and enforcement entities failed to not afford to take it for granted that all labora- companies that export jobs overseas. Instead share information about reports of defi- tories will approach compliance with laboratory of helping six million working families make ciencies, investigative actions taken, and their standards in a good faith manner, or even that ends meet, the Republicans decided to strip investigative findings. deficiencies will be discovered when conscien- the overtime protections in the Senate bill and Since our hearings concluded, another tious lab employees want to disclose them. erode the 40-hour work week. Instead of regu- CAP-accredited laboratory in my state, Ref- The Clinical Laboratory Compliance Im- lating tobacco, a drug that kills 400,000 people erence Pathology Services of Maryland, had provement Act of 2004 would reduce the likeli- every year, the Republicans gave tobacco its CAP accreditation and state license re- hood that serious laboratory deficiencies will companies a bail out. It seems the Repub- voked because of longstanding deficiencies escape the notice of entities charged with en- licans are interested in helping big businesses related to testing for sexually transmitted dis- suring compliance with the standards that we avoid paying their fair share of taxes and sub- eases and cervical cancer. This case and in Congress have established to ensure a high sidizing the tobacco industry, even if it is at other information brought to the Subcommit- standard of healthcare for all Americans. the expense of American workers and fami- tee’s attention suggest that at least some of I urge my colleagues to join me in dem- lies. the problems that occurred at Maryland Gen- onstrating their support for strengthening our The Republicans rammed through those eral are not unique to the Maryland General national system for ensuring accuracy and ac- corporate taxes cuts, although corporate taxes case. countability in medical laboratory testing. are at their lowest level since the 1930s. The

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00079 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.403 E11PT1 E1946 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 Government Accountability Office recently re- 9/11 RECOMMENDATIONS FREEDOM FOR FIDEL SUA´ REZ vealed that over 60-percent of large corpora- IMPLEMENTATION ACT CRUZ tions do not pay any taxes. In fact, a recent study of 275 of the Fortune 500 companies re- SPEECH OF HON. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART vealed that those companies alone have OF FLORIDA avoided paying over $175.2 billion in owed HON. LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES taxes. OF CALIFORNIA Friday, October 8, 2004 The Republicans claim the tax cuts for cor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART of Florida. Mr. porations in H.R. 4520 will not add to the larg- Speaker, I rise today to speak about Fidel est deficit our country has ever faced. How- Thursday, October 7, 2004 Sua´rez, a political prisoner in totalitarian Cuba. ´ ever, a study by the Center for Budget and Mr. Suarez Cruz is a farmer and pro-democ- The House in Committee of the Whole racy activist in totalitarian Cuba. He is a mem- Policy Priorities reveals that once all their House on the State of the Union had under ber of the Party for Human Rights in Cuba. consideration the bill (H.R. 10) to provide for cost-hiding gimmicks are stripped away, this Mr. Sua´rez Cruz also heads the private library bill will put us at least $80 billion more in debt reform of the intelligence community, ter- rorism prevention, and prosecution, border ‘‘San Pablo.’’ Because of his admirable beliefs than we are today. The increase in debt will security, and international cooperation and in freedom, democracy, and human rights, Mr. mean more cuts to vital programs, such as coordination, and for other purposes: Sua´rez Cruz has been the target of the night- children’s health care and homeland security. mare called the Castro regime. Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Mr. Chairman, in This new round of tax cuts is a continuation of According to Amnesty International, in 2000 November 2002, Congress authorized the cre- the failed Bush economic policies that turned Mr. Sua´rez Cruz was sentenced to 6 months ation of a bipartisan 9–11 Commission to pre- of restricted freedom for ‘‘disobedience’’ for a federal surplus into deficit. We do not need pare a report on the status of our intelligence more of the same, we need a new direction. fishing in a restricted area: however, this sen- prior to the terrorist attacks on September 11, tenced was changed to imprisonment in the We have lost a net total of over one million 2001, the effectiveness of our response to totalitarian gulag because he was arrested for jobs since President Bush took office. With the those attacks, and to make recommendations carrying out peaceful political activities. passage of H.R. 4520, we are at risk of losing to strengthen identified weaknesses. I applaud On March 18, 2003, as part of the dictator’s even more American jobs. H.R. 4520 adds the work of the commission and support their condemnable crackdown on peaceful pro-de- recommendations to strengthen our country even more incentives for corporations to ship mocracy activists, Mr. Sua´rez Cruz was ar- against attacks at home and abroad. jobs overseas. But, not only are Republicans rested because of his belief in freedom and intent on aggravating our already dismal jobs It is critical to our national security that Con- human rights. In a sham trial, he was ‘‘sen- picture, they are also acting to severely under- gress act quickly and thoughtfully to imple- tenced’’ to 20 years in the inhuman, totali- ment the 9–11 Commission’s recommenda- tarian gulag. mine the quality of jobs that do stay in our tions. I was hopeful, therefore, that the Repub- Mr. Sua´rez Cruz is currently languishing in country. lican leadership would put the interest of the an infernal cell in the totalitarian gulag. These The few new jobs that have been created in country ahead of political considerations and depraved conditions are truly appalling. The the past few months pay an average of $9,000 bring to the floor a bipartisan bill that would State Department describes the conditions in less than the jobs they are replacing and protect our country from terrorist attacks. Un- the gulag as, ‘‘harsh and life threatening.’’ The many lack affordable health benefits. Yet, the fortunately, the bill before us, H.R. 10, as cur- State Department also reports that police and Republican conferees rejected a Senate provi- rently written, fails to meet this standard, and prison officials beat, neglect, isolate, and deny sion in H.R. 4520 that would have restored six I must reluctantly oppose it. medical treatment to detainees and prisoners, including those convicted of political crimes. It million workers’ right to overtime that the Ad- H.R. 10 is full of extraneous provisions that have nothing to do with the 9–11 Commission is a crime of the highest order that people who ministration took away earlier this year. The work for freedom are imprisoned in these Republicans have total disregard for the fact recommendations. The Republican leadership has added highly divisive immigration-related nightmarish conditions. that costs for basic necessities, like health ´ provisions which have been criticized by the Mr. Speaker, Mr. Suarez Cruz is suffering in care and energy, have skyrocketed and that chairman and vice chairman of the 9–11 Com- a grotesque gulag because he believes in families must make do with much less income. mission, the families of the 9–11 victims, and freedom. My Colleagues, we cannot allow What H.R. 4520 did include was a $10 bil- even the White House. For example, the bill peaceful pro-democracy activists to languish in the depraved prisons of tyrants. We must de- lion bail out for the Big Tobacco—that is equal seeks to deport people without due process, mand immediate freedom for Fidel Sua´rez to the tobacco industry’s advertising budgets punish those seeking asylum, return victims of torture to cruel governments, and prevent Cruz and every prisoner of conscience in to- for one year. In another win for the tobacco in- talitarian Cuba. dustry, the Republicans refused to include the hardworking individuals from obtaining basic f Senate to allow the Federal Drug Administra- forms of identification. tion to regulate tobacco products. According to The serious problems with H.R. 10 could 9/11 RECOMMENDATIONS recent statistics, more than 400,000 people have easily been avoided had the Republican IMPLEMENTATION ACT die each year from tobacco-related diseases leadership written this bill in a bipartisan man- ner. Instead, they removed provisions that SPEECH OF and, if action is not taken, more than five mil- were passed in committee on a bipartisan lion children living today will ultimately die as HON. C.A. DUTCH RUPPERSBERGER basis. At a time that our country is at war and a result. We cannot afford this loss of life or OF MARYLAND we are threatened on a daily basis by poten- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the $89 billion in annual public and private tial terrorist attacks, it is unconscionable that Thursday, October 7, 2004 health care costs attributable to tobacco. The the Republican leadership has turned the bi- passage of H.R. 4520 shows that not only do partisan recommendations of the 9–11 Com- The House in Committee of the Whole the Republicans have complete disregard for mission into a politically divisive piece of legis- House on the State of the Union had under lation. consideration the bill (H.R. 10) to provide for our fiscal health, but our children’s physical reform of the intelligence community, ter- health as well. The Senate has proceeded in a bipartisan rorism prevention and prosecution, border H.R. 4520 is a shameful bill that will make manner and passed, by an overwhelming vote security and international cooperation and coordination, and for other purposes: millions of Americans pay through cuts to vital of 96 to 2, an intelligence reform bill that fol- programs, like health care for children and lows the framework recommended by the bi- Mr. RUPPERSBERGER. Mr. Chairman, this partisan 9–11 Commission. It is my sincere is a historic moment for our Nation as we take heating assistance for seniors, cuts to U.S. hope that the serious problems with H.R. 10 a giant step forward in national security by re- jobs, and cuts to workers’ protections in order will be resolved when the final product forming our intelligence community to make to subsidize big business and special inter- emerges. Americans are trusting that Con- our citizens and our communities safer. These ests. gress will push partisan politics aside and reforms include the establishment of a Na- unite in support of legislation that will truly tional Intelligence Director and the implemen- make this country safer. tation of new information sharing strategies to

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00080 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.409 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1947 break down old barriers between agencies. a ‘‘backlog,’’ if by that term you mean to imply these issues held by either the House Com- While no legislation is perfect and I believe the that veterans are waiting unnecessarily for an mittee on Veterans Affairs which I chair and Collins/Lieberman version of Intelligence Re- answer from VA. The truth is that at any given the House Armed Service Committee during form legislation passed in the Senate this time, the VA is actively processing more than the past year. Had they done so, their readers week is a better solution, I stand in support of 250,000 claims while receiving more than could have learned about the problems which H.R. 10 and vote for this bill today. These re- 70,000 new and reopened claims each month. have faced separating service members in the forms move us towards a safer and stronger It’s normal for the VA to have a working inven- past and what is being done today to prevent America. tory of at least 250,000 claims. those problems from occurring in the future. In the course of the House debate of H.R. In fact, Mr. Speaker, at the request of this Both the Armed Forces and VA are working 10, many concerns have been raised about President, Congress provided additional fund- more closely together than in any previous immigration and I would like to speak about ing to increase the number of VA claims proc- conflict to ensure that the benefits which serv- this particular component of the bill. I remain essors by more than 1,300 since he took of- ice members earned by their faithful service convinced that illegal immigration is a serious fice. When we authorized these new employ- are delivered in a timely and compassionate issue that needs to be addressed by the Con- ees, we effectively overstaffed the VA so that manner. Members who attended those hear- gress. People who circumvent our Nation’s experienced employees would be available to ings learned that while mistakes have oc- laws and enter this country illegally should not train these new employees without an adverse curred, no one is more dedicated to ensuring be here. I believe this is central to our national effect on the timeliness of claims processing. that these deserving veterans than the current and economic security for hard working Ameri- These new employees are now fully trained VA Secretary Anthony Principi and his able cans and others who come to this country le- and productive, and there should be no reduc- staff. The VA, the Congress and the President gally. tion in services to veterans. are all working together to make sure that our But I also believe it is important that we re- With respect to meeting veterans’ benefits newest generation of combat veterans are member the purpose of this bill and what needs, the Washington Post article cited re- taken care of. They deserve nothing less. brought us to this historic point in time. The cently one of my colleagues failed to mention f purpose of this bill is to reform our Intelligence any of the documented improvements in VA Community; to lay the foundation we need to claims processing. In the past four years, the PERSONAL EXPLANATION protect Americans today. The 9/11 Commis- VA has reduced the average time to decide sion specifically addressed Intelligence Re- disability claims from a high of 233 days to HON. DARRELL E. ISSA form. With five Republicans and five Demo- 160 days, reduced the percentage of pending OF CALIFORNIA crats, the Commission spent 20 months on an claims for over six months from 48% in 2002 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES exhaustive examination of millions of pages of to 21% now, reduced rating-related claims Friday, October 8, 2004 documents, countless interviews and hearings, from 432,000 in 2002 to 323,000 currently and and hundreds of hours of debate—and pro- is on track to meet the VA goal of 250,000. Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, if I had been duced a bipartisan, unanimous list of 41 rec- Most importantly, VA has increased the present for the vote on the conference report ommendations. This report provided the Con- number of claims decisions from an average for H.R. 4200, ‘‘The National Defense Author- gress with a real, workable and effective blue- of 40,000 per month in 2001 to nearly 70,000 ization Act for FY 2005,’’ and conference re- print that became the foundation of the Col- in 2004. These are significant accomplish- port for H.R. 4567, ‘‘The Department of Home- lins/Lieberman bill that passed the Senate 96– ments by the Bush Administration on behalf of land Security Appropriations Act for FY 2005,’’ 2 on October 6, 2004. veterans, and all of us should be proud to I would have voted ‘‘yea’’ on both. So while I applaud some of the measures in have supported the increased funding which f H.R. 10 and have ultimately chosen to vote for the Administration requested to make this pos- H.R. 1047, MISCELLANEOUS TRADE this bill because it provides many measures to sible. AND TECHNICAL CORRECTIONS protect all Americans and our communities, I Mr. Speaker, the Washington Post article ACT remain concerned about some of the extra- lead readers to believe that there was some neous provisions it includes like immigration. delay in providing benefits to a soldier on ac- There are enormous differences between ille- tive duty, and that the VA is unresponsive to HON. PHILIP M. CRANE gal aliens and legal immigrants. There are America’s veterans. In fact, I am advised that OF ILLINOIS enormous differences between immigration VA has already evaluated this particular sol- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dier’s disabilities and will begin awarding ben- and terrorism. All of these issues are incred- Friday, October 8, 2004 ibly important to the fabric of our Nation and efits on the first the day he is discharged from deserve to be considered in full and sepa- the Army. As all of my colleagues should Mr. CRANE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong rately. know, VA cannot provide veterans benefits to support of H.R. 1047, the Miscellaneous Trade and Technical Corrections Act of 2004. This f a soldier until he or she is discharged from ac- tive duty. important, bipartisan legislation is long over- CORRECTING THE WASHINGTON The Departments of Veterans Affairs and due, and I am pleased we have the oppor- POST RECORD ON THE VA Defense are working hard to ensure that mili- tunity to consider the conference report this tary members have a ‘‘seamless transition’’ evening. HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH from active duty; this means prompt decisions H.R. 1047 is a compendium of trade provi- OF NEW JERSEY on claims for disability benefits and quality sions drawn largely from legislation introduced IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES health care when needed. Even before by individual Members. The bill contains provi- servicemembers are discharged, VA provides sions involving the temporary suspension of Friday, October 8, 2004 transition services at 136 military bases so duties on narrowly defined products, miscella- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, I that servicemembers can ask questions and neous trade items, and technical corrections to rise today to set the record straight on what is be briefed about their VA benefits and how to the Trade and Development Act of 2000. happening to recently-separated veterans who file for those benefits as they approach dis- There are a number of provisions in this bill seek benefits and services from the Depart- charge. The VA has even assigned its own that are noteworthy, including several that I ment of Veterans Affairs. There has been sig- professional staff to Walter Reed Army Med- have long championed. For instance, I am nificant progress made in the last 3 years; ical Center, the National Naval Medical Center pleased that the legislation follows in the tradi- some of that progress was reported correctly at Bethesda and the Landstuhl Army Medical tion of both the 2000 and 2002 Trade Acts, by in a Washington Times article this past Sun- Center in Germany to ensure our wounded including a reduction of the tariff for certain day, but the headline in a piece from the American heroes will be aware of their VA types of wool used in the production of men’s Washington Post that appeared on the same health care and benefits long before they are suits. day and was quoted by one of my colleagues discharged. This reduction in tariffs is important not only on Monday made it seem that VA is totally un- Mr. Speaker it is often said that you as a matter of trade policy, but also to prepared to provide disability, compensation, shouldn’t argue with an entity that buys ink by suitmakers across the country, who not too rehabilitation and other benefit to America’s the barrel, but the Washington Post has its long ago saw their industry decimated by high veterans. facts wrong in this case. This is not that sur- tariffs. Reducing these tariffs has stabilized the It is inaccurate to describe the current in- prising since the Post has not reported on any domestic industry, and nowhere is this more ventory of 323,000 claims for VA benefits as of the hearings—and we’ve had many—on apparent than at Hart Marx, the only publicly-

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00081 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.413 E11PT1 E1948 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 traded company manufacturing suits in Amer- ington-imposed interim government of sands of weapons remain in the possession of ica today. Prime Minister Gerard Latortue, and at right-wing vigilantes as well as some in the I had the opportunity to tour the wonderful times they have received open encourage- hands of pro-Aristide supporters. The situa- tion is made even more volatile today by the Hart Marx facility in Des Plaines, IL, this past ment from Latortue’s ‘‘cabinet members,’’ most notably Interior Minister (and former former military leadership’s aspirations to August, and saw firsthand how important that general) Herard Abraham and the island’s restore both the army and the same reign of tariff reduction is for the nearly 600 employees notorious justice minister Bernard Gousse, terror it applied during the decades-long at Hart Marx, many of whom are my constitu- both of whom have suggested that former Duvalier and post-Duvalier military dicta- ents. soldiers—some of the most prominent among torships, as well as under the brutal 1991–1994 I am therefore most pleased that this legis- whom have already been convicted in military junta led by the brute General lation will further reduce the tariff on worsted absentia for human rights violations com- Roaul Cedras. wool. History shows us that this will not only mitted during the military government of THE HAITIAN MILITARY: RISING FROM THE save jobs, but even add to jobs, in Illinois and 1991–1994—could simply be integrated into ASHES? the police force. throughout the country. Among the most alarming signs of mili- AN ARMY REBORN tary resurgence within the last sixty days I urge my colleagues to support this impor- was the acquittal on August 17, in a show tant legislation. In the face of these developments, FADH leaders are gathering strength in a bid to re- trial, of former army captain and para- f take political power and restore the repres- military leader Louis-Jodel Chamblain, pre- viously convicted in absentia for the 1993 HAITI SMOLDERING ON THE EDGE sion for which the army could always be counted to provide throughout most of Hai- murder of prominent Aristide supporter OF CHAOS ti’s turbulent twentieth-century history, the Antoine Izmery. This outrageous verdict, U.N. stabilization force and the inter- achieved under the aegis of Latortue’s dis- national community alike have remained al- reputable justice minister, Bernard Gousse, HON. MAXINE WATERS was reached after a ludicrously brief over- OF CALIFORNIA most deafeningly silent. At the present time, the U.N. presence in Haiti is more myth than night trial in which the prosecution called IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fact, while a handful of renegades with a only one witness who proved to be entirely Friday, October 8, 2004 military background, in conjunction with irrelevant to the case. This earned for the in- terim government opprobrious remarks on Ms. WATERS. Mr. Speaker, on February 29 the tiny opposition business and professional Group of 184, have the clearest access to the the editorial pages of the New York Times of this year, President Jean-Bertrand Aristide, Latortue regime and its ability to obtru- and the Washington Post, as well as wide- the first democratically elected President of sively impact on the daily lives of the popu- spread denunciations from human rights or- Haiti, was overthrown in a coup d’etat. This lation. Within Haiti, international troops ganizations, and even from the State Depart- coup d’etat was led by heavily armed thugs drawn principally from the former rogue ment, which bears much of the blame for the and killers, many of whom are former mem- armed forces of Brazil, Argentina and Chile, current dysfunctional rule of the island. However, the subsequent rash of self-serving bers of the Haitian Armed Forces which were which were better known for the repression of their own citizens during previous eras of individual power plays on the part of the ex- disbanded in 1995 and are notorious for their soldiers, and the government’s utter unwill- history of human rights violations. These thugs military rule than for their nation-building skills, are seemingly paralyzed by inaction. ingness to confront or even denounce such and killers have refused to disarm and now These U.N. forces have made only the challenges to state authority, has received control several Haitian towns and cities, where paltriest of efforts to preserve order in the virtually no attention outside of Haiti. This they terrorize the local population. They are face of paramilitary power-grabs by ex- development has to be rightfully considered demanding the reestablishment of the Haitian FADH and police figures like Louis-Jodel part of the same dangerous phenomenon Armed Forces, and they even had the gall to Chamblain and Guy Philippe. They have which includes the growing power of former military figures like Chamblain, as well as claim that the Haitian Government owes them proven better at stalking pro-Aristide Lavalas party’s political forces than well- sly ideologues like the grinning Justice Min- more than 10 years of back pay. ister Gousse, who was clearly complicit in The following research paper, entitled ‘‘Haiti: armed renegade former soldiers. In Washington, a State Department pre- orchestrating Chamblain’s acquittal. Smoldering on the Edge of Chaos,’’ is an in- occupied by Iraq and North Korea appears to For example, only six days after the con- sightful analysis of the crisis in Haiti brought have all but overlooked the island’s exist- clusion of the Chamblain trial, the Haitian about by these thugs and killers. The paper ence; and in New York, a craven lack of po- Times reported on August 18 that the in- was written by Jessica Leight, a research fel- litical will is in evidence, accompanied by terim government had appointed Winter the kind of Machiavellian plotting by the Etienne—a leader of the bloody armed upris- low at the Washington-based Council on Hem- ing in Gonaives that preceded Aristide’s ispheric Affairs, a nonpartisan, nonprofit re- U.S. and French U.N. Security Council dele- gations that was witnessed when that body exile, who is also the coordinator of the Na- search organization. I hope my colleagues find tional Reconstruction Front, a party headed Ms. Leight’s analysis informative. refused to provide an international police force to defend Arisitide earlier this year. by former army officers, including rebel HAITI: SMOLDERING ON THE EDGE OF CHAOS Nor is U.N. Secretary General Kofi Annan leader Guy Philippe. The last named became Six months after the abrupt and violence- any more sensitive to the plight of the Hai- the director of the National Port Authority laced departure of constitutionally-elected tian populace than he was just before in Gonaives, the very city he earlier had President Jean-Bertrand Aristide, and over Aristide’s downfall, when he provided cover helped sack. At the Ministry of Interior, three months after the deployment of U.N. for the U.S. insistence that the former presi- former ranking military figure Minister peacekeeping units which were hailed as an dent deserved to be forced into exile because Herard Abraham continues to add former instrument for order and stability for this he was a failed leader. high-ranking military cronies to his staff; long-troubled Caribbean island, Haiti re- There has yet to be any kind of clear ac- among the recent arrivals is former colonel mains poised on the edge of chaos. Just as knowledgment of the magnitude of the Williams Regala, a particularly sinister aide nature in the form of a tropical storm that threat that Haiti’s already battered demo- to former dictator General Henri Namphy has managed to kill as many as 3,000 Hai- cratic institutions face from the military re- and undoubtedly a main plotter of the mas- tians, thousands more have died over the surgence on the island, much less the strat- sacre of voters during Haiti’s aborted No- past decade, victims of right-wing military egy which will be used to disarm these ille- vember 29, 1987 election. Regala joins an- and paramilitary forces. Today, ruled by a gal militias as well as clearly establish the other former colleague, Colonel Henri-Rob- bumptious, ineffectual and illegitimate cabal authority of a trained, professional police ert Marc-Charles, a member of the Cedras- whose only validity is supplied by U.S. fiat, force, and bring to justice the same former led military junta that overthrew democrat- Haiti now faces the imminent de facto recon- soldiers accused of human rights abuses who ically-elected President Aristide 1991, who stitution of its brutal Haitian Armed Forces are now making outrageous demands for currently is the target of a (as yet un-en- (FADH), dissolved by Aristide in 1995. Across compensation. Quite to the contrary, as the forced) judicial order requiring his imprison- the island, bands of former soldiers are seiz- exoneration of mass murderer Louis ment prior to trial for alleged involvement ing police stations and establishing them- Chamblain by Justice Minister Gousse and in a peasant massacre in Piatre in March selves as the de facto local power, at times the island’s tainted courts graphically exem- 1990. displacing the remnants of the national po- plifies, Haiti is still a very sick country. EROSION OF AUTHORITY OF THE MOST PATHETIC lice and placing large swaths of the country Thus as the clock continues to tick on a GOVERNMENT IN THE CARIBBEAN under what is effectively outlaw rebel juris- peacekeeping mission originally authorized Given these pro-military signals on the diction. Meanwhile these soldiers demand for only six months, it seems increasingly part of the Latortue government, which con- the restitution of unpaid wages over the past likely that the United Nations will exit Haiti sistently has demonstrated its sympathy for ten years for such services as torturing and much as the United States and Canada pre- former military leaders at the same time it murdering civilian victims. cipitously did in 1996: leaving behind a pro- officially rejects the idea of reconstituting These soldiers of ill-fortune have met lit- foundly unstable political situation domi- the armed forces on the grounds that such a tle, if any, resistance from the rump Wash- nated by heavily armed factions, as thou- momentous step should be taken only by the

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00082 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.417 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1949 next elected government, it is hardly sur- tary.’’ Ravix, once implicated in a brutal disavowed itself of any responsibility in prising that bands of former soldiers are 2002 massacre committed by former FADH dealing with the ex-soldiers. Spokesman making ever more far-fetched bids for power personnel in Belladere, is now the most visi- Toussaint Kongo-Doudou declared, ‘‘We have in municipalities across Haiti. On August 17, ble and rambunctious spokesman for the ex- no comment on the subject because it is a five officers of the national police’s riot soldiers’ movement, which is on the brink of government problem. It is not a problem of squad (CIMO) returned to their Port-au- maintaining de facto control over large the MINUSTAH. This is a Haitian affair.’’ As Prince headquarters asserting that a group swaths of Haiti. astounding as this statement appears, given wearing the garb of the disbanded military ESCALATING VIOLENCE, INEFFECTIVE RESPONSE that among the principal points of had attacked them and seized their weapons The government’s show of resolve in Saint- MINUSTAH’s mandate are the disarmament and uniforms. Subsequently, Radio Kiskeya Marc on September 7 hardly deterred the ex- of armed factions—of which the ex-soldiers reported that other CIMO officers have ac- soldiers in their attempts to establish them- are currently the most powerful—the estab- cused the government-appointed director of selves as a rival security force. Also, on Sep- lishment of a climate of security in advance the National Police Administration and tember 7 in Port-au-Prince, two ex-soldiers, of national elections on the island is a must. former military figure, Destorel Germain, of reportedly from Petit-Goave, were shot and The acknowledgement of a stalemate when it organizing the attack along with a number killed by riot police near the Prime Min- comes to security issues is an all too accu- of demobilized soldiers seeking reinstate- ister’s office in Musseau after firing at a po- rate description of the current limitations of ment, an accusation that raises the specter lice station. According to Police Commis- the undersized U.N. force now in Haiti. To of collaboration between some of the more sioner Fritz Gerald Appolon, the two were date, only 2,755 of an authorized 6,700 U.N. predatory elements of the police force and riding in a seized police car that had been troops have arrived in Haiti, making deploy- bands of ex-soldiers, in the latter’s fight for reconfigured as an army vehicle, and were fa- ments in the north and east of the country legal status. tally wounded after one of them shot at an impossible, and only a few hundred of the Former military elements already have officer who had called upon him to lay down 3,000 civilian police officers authorized have begun to establish their control over a series his weapon. Ravix denounced the incident as been trained and deployed. Thus the U.N. is of small urban areas, particularly in the des- an ‘‘assassination’’ and called for retaliation unable to maintain a security presence in perately poor Central Plateau region. On across the country. The following day, in re- many of the more remote regions of the September 1, a large force of 150 former sol- sponse, a group of ex-soldiers attacked the countryside, and has yet to launch the disar- diers took control of Petit-Goave, southwest police station in Hinche and hundreds of mament program that is a fundamental pre- of the capital, and seized ten police officers former FADH and its supporters from other requisite for the reestablishment of some as hostages the following day in neighboring anti-Aristide factions paraded in Cap-Haitien measure of political stability. Grand-Gove. This was in retaliation for the demanding ten years of back-pay. These arrest of four soldiers by police officials. The Moreover, the U.N. force’s Brazilian com- former soldiers already had begun arrogating two sides subsequently agreed to an ex- manders have openly warned that they do police functions to themselves inside of Cap- change of prisoners. Also on September 2, not have enough troops to stop renewed con- more than fifty heavily armed ex-soldiers Haitien, including going out on surveillance flict. Likewise, Argentine Defense Minister demonstrated in Gonaives, calling for the re- patrols. In Petit-Goave, rebels took four po- Jos Pampuro highlighted the particularly constitution of the army and the restoration lice officers hostage and seized their weap- troubling prospect that renewed skirmishes of their back pay. Once there, they were met ons, though they were released later that could have taken place on September 18, the with open arms by the fiercely anti-Aristide day. anniversary of the dissolution of the army In the face of this wave of new challenges, rebel group, the Gonaives Resistance Front— by Aristide. While additional troops from Sri the government and U.N. peacekeepers alike itself largely constituted by former sol- Lanka, Nepal, Spain and Morocco, among appear virtually helpless. Prime Minister diers—which expressed its support for the others, are expected to bring the total immediate formation of a legally reorga- Latortue and his self-caricaturing govern- MINUSTAH force to 5,000 members by the nized and retrained army. ment have made bold declarations that end of October, for the moment, the U.N. Even more alarming was the response of peacekeepers will ‘‘imminently’’ retake con- peacekeepers have been rendered completely the official government authorities to the trol of all government buildings, but the incapable of fulfilling their most basic func- Gonaives march. Rather than denouncing prospect of any such action occurring any tion: preserving order and a measure of gov- this clear threat to public order on the part time soon appears to be nothing more than a ernmental authority. mixture of bluff and fantasy. The govern- of a ‘‘gang of thugs’’ (as they earlier had THE SOUND OF SILENCE: WASHINGTON, NEW been characterized by Secretary of State ment has set up a committee to negotiate with the soldiers and offered as an initial YORK TURN THEIR EYES AWAY FROM PORT-AU- Colin Powell), departmental delegate Elie PRINCE Cantave declared that the former soldiers concession, the integration into the police had no aim other than to help the people of force of up to 1,000 former soldiers of a body Perhaps the most alarming aspect of the that city as he prepared to negotiate with that once numbered over 6,000 in strength. rapidly deteriorating security situation in them over their taking over as their head- However, Ravix refused to meet with the Haiti is the extraordinary indifference, aside quarters a state school located within the commission, declaring in Petit-Goave, ‘‘The from some storm-related humanitarian aid city. Further south in Jacmel and on the government doesn’t need to reconstitute us. in response to the natural catastrophe that same day, yet another contingent of former We are here. We have always been here. The just hit Haiti, that has been exhibited by the soldiers arrived to reinforce with arms and only thing the government has to do is pay international community in the face of this ammunition a group of their colleagues oc- us the 10 years, seven months they owe us creeping coup being executed by the former cupying the office of Radio Ti Moun. And in and let us do our jobs.’’ On September 12, the FADH. The Security Council issued only an perhaps the most symbolically important in- government did succeed in obtaining the anemic statement on September 10 in which cident, former soldiers occupied the police commitment of a group of representatives of it stressed ‘‘the urgency of disbanding and station in Belladere on the Dominican border former military personnel (of which Ravix disarming all illegal armed groups,’’ but of- on September 5 and immediately repainted was not a member) to a vaguely worded dec- fered not even the whisper of a commitment the facility in yellow, the traditional color laration asserting that ‘‘The matter of the to ensure that this task is in fact achieved. of FADH barracks. Simultaneously, the band military will be dealt with through dialogue; The Organization of American States has re- of ex-soldiers in control of Petit-Goave was the authority of the Government must be re- mained silent, as has the State Department, swelled by new arrivals, and coast guard in- spected; [and] the voluntary and peaceful and much of the Caribbean Community, stallations in Les Cayes remained under the evacuation of public buildings actually which over the past six months had taken control of ex-soldiers. under the control of demobilized soldiers the most courageous stands on unfolding The first evidence of a response on the part must be done . . . within the framework of events in Haiti. CARICOM is now riven by of the government and the U.N. peace- an agreement between the two parties.’’ internal divisions over whether to readmit keeping force came on September 7, when Whether this vague rhetoric will produce the Latortue government into CARICOM. Haitian police, backed by Argentine troops, any concessions in practice on the part of Also strangely absent is the recently ap- regained control of Saint-Marc a day after the ex-soldiers remains to be seen, but subse- pointed U.N. Special Representative to Haiti, former soldiers took control of the city sixty quent demonstrations in their support in St.- Chilean diplomat Juan Gabriel Valde´s. His miles north of Port-au-Prince. In response, Marc and Petit-Goave, on September 13 and selection was widely hailed at the time as rebel leader Sergeant Remissanthe Ravix de- a march of ex-soldiers wearing military uni- evidence of a new Latin American commit- clared on behalf of the ex-soldiers, ‘‘We’ll forms in the capital on September 15 sent a ment to inter-hemispheric cooperation, but fight to the last man. We’d rather die in clear signal that the militant remnants of he has since all but disappeared from car- combat instead of dying on our knees. They the FADH are far from ready to yield their rying out his admittedly difficult mission. [government authorities] came to power arms to civil authority. While his capacity for action may be con- thanks to our weapons they now declare ille- STABILIZATION MISSION IS TOO WEAK TO strained, Valde´s should at the very least be gal. If they think they can deny us our STABILIZE actively attempting to convey to the Secu- rights, they will know the same fate as At the same time that the government has rity Council, the Bush administration and Aristide. The fact that we left Saint-Marc shown itself utterly incapable of (or uninter- the leaders of other hemispheric bodies the does not mean we gave up. We’ll teach a les- ested in) controlling the rebel bands, the gravity of the unfolding military takeover in son to those who want to destroy the mili- U.N. Stabilization Mission (MINUSTAH) has Haiti. Unfortunately, up to now, Haiti’s

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00083 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.422 E11PT1 E1950 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 plight has been overshadowed by the per- that there have been participants of our EDC larly football. Tom played on the West Chester sistent bloodshed in Darfur, Iraq, and Af- program that have taken positions that they University football team that went to the Tan- ghanistan, or has been patronizingly dis- are bona fide Virgin Islands residents when gerine Bowl twice, and he was the head coach missed as yet another round of violence in a perennially unstable country. Additionally, they did not in fact spend a significant amount at General Wayne Middle School and at Mal- the natural disaster that occurred to the is- of time in the territory. We also acknowledge vern Prep football teams. land landed a devastating blow to its ability that there have been situations where individ- Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join to function. uals have received EDC tax exemptions even me in honoring Tom Fillippo. As an out- Haiti has reached a point of crisis, and de- though they continued to live and work in the standing businessman, community leader, phi- cisive intervention is required if any shred United States. We agree that the rules gov- of, or hope for, Haitian democracy is to be lanthropist, and beloved family man, he is one erning this situation need to be clarified and of Chester County’s and Pennsylvania’s exem- preserved. However shorthanded and over- made certain. And to that end, we look for- burdened its staff may be, the task of con- plary citizens and is most deserving of this vincing the international community of the ward to working with the Treasury Department House’s recognition and kudos. necessity of such intervention falls first to in crafting reasonable regulations which ac- the U.N. Stabilization Mission and to Valde´s. complishes these goals while preserving the f Hopefully, in the coming months they will essential elements of our program which was decisively demonstrate their commitment to designed to promote fiscal autonomy for the HONORING CHARLES G. (CHIP) ensuring that Haiti is not being abandoned Virgin Islands. ROACH by the international community yet again, We encourage the Treasury Department to or that leading U.N. authorities, including develop reasonable rules, post haste, that will Valde´s, will at least have the dignity of re- signing from their assignment in protest of ensure the integrity and effectiveness of the HON. JIM GERLACH the cruel hoax now being unleashed on the Virgin Islands EDC program and promote both OF PENNSYLVANIA island and its population. tax compliance and economic growth. Without IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f such rules, the impact of the conference report language on legitimate businesses in the Vir- Friday, October 8, 2004 CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4520, gin Islands or on local government revenues AMERICAN JOBS CREATION ACT could be enormous, creating the financial Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF 2004 equivalent of a massive hurricane leveling the honor Charles G. (Chip) Roach who was re- islands. cently awarded the Pennsylvania Association HON. DONNA M. CHRISTENSEN f of Realtors Distinguished Service Award. OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS Chip Roach is most deserving of this award HONORING TOM FILLIPPO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in that he has worked for over 25 years with Thursday, October 7, 2004 the Pennsylvania Association of Realtors; has HON. JIM GERLACH held leadership positions on local, state, and Ms. CHRISTENSEN. Mr. Speaker, the OF PENNSYLVANIA national associations; and has proven himself American Jobs Creation Act of 2004 is mis- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to be a local leader whose performance of named as it relates to my congressional dis- Friday, October 8, 2004 service and involvement in political and com- trict, the U.S Virgin Islands, because of munity activities has been extraordinary. This changes it makes to our Economic Develop- Mr. GERLACH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to legacy of service has been in Chip’s family for ment Program. These changes could ‘‘likely honor my constituent, Tom Fillippo, the Presi- five generations. Today, he has two children in cripple our Economic Development Commis- dent and CEO of Devault Foods in Chester the business with him and a son who works sion (EDC) program, robbing it of many of the County, Pennsylvania. This month, Tom will as a developer in Colorado Springs, Colorado. incentives it uses to lure mainland businesses be honored at the Chester County Council of to the islands, if companies decide to pull their the Boy Scouts of America’s 3rd Annual Dis- Chip Roach is a broker for Prudential Fox & investments, jobs and money out of the terri- tinguished Citizen Awards Dinner. Roach Realtors and for the Trident Group, a tory.’’ Tom grew up in Malvern, Pennsylvania and multi-service homeownership company in the The conference report contains a new provi- has remained in the area his whole life. He is Philadelphia area. Trident Group is the fifth sion, not previously considered by either the committed to the community and county he largest provider of home services in the na- House or Senate, which poses a serious risk grew up in and he currently serves as the tion, with more than 3,200 sales associates in to our EDC program. The Government of the Chair of the Council of Trustees at West 60 sales offices spanning three states. Virgin Islands strongly opposes this provision Chester University. Tom is also the Chair of Currently, Chip is a director of the National as currently drafted. This provision, which was the Chester County Chamber of Business and Association of Realtors and the Pennsylvania added in a closed door meeting with House Industry and of the Foundation at Paoli Hos- Association of Realtors. Not only does Chip and Senate tax writers over this past weekend pital. In the past, Tom served as the Chair of help oversee preeminent realty associations, and unveiled in the draft conference report the Chester County Industrial Development but he also is a director at the Philadelphia late last Monday night, would require V.I. tax- Authority. Today, he still sits on the Board of Committee to End Homelessness and is a payers to be physically present in the Virgin the Chester County Industrial Development former director of the Employee Relocation Islands at least 183 days in any tax year in Authority and is affiliated with the organiza- Council. order to be deemed a ‘‘bona fide V.I. resident’’ tions that work within their authority. Tom is Chip has served as the Chairman of the under the U.S. Internal Revenue Code. The also been a member of the Board of Directors Board of Trustees of Rosemont College, the new provision eliminates the alternative 3-year of the American Meat Institute and involved in Main Line Chamber, and of Genesis, a reloca- 122-day test included in the original Senate other industry organizations. tion network of over 25,000 sales associates Tom has served as Devault Foods’ Presi- bill. in the United States. Today, Chip is also the The new provision also restricts the type of dent and CEO since 1972 when he took over President of Fox & Roach Charities. Under income that can qualify for EDC benefits to the family business from his father. Devault Chip’s leadership, the Fox & Roach Charities V.I. source income. It would eliminate the pos- Foods began as a family-owned, one room have donated over one million dollars to dif- sibility that some of an EDC beneficiary’s U.S. butcher shop in 1949. The small business ferent organizations that are involved with pro- source income that is ‘‘effectively connected’’ grew tremendously in the following years and, viding housing for families in need. with a V.I. trade or business could qualify for in 1963, Devault Foods began to supply Burg- tax reduction under the EDC program. The er King with ground meat. This move gave an Outside of work and his community con- 1986 Tax Reform Act specifically permitted the explosive boost to the business. In 1972, tributions, Chip enjoys spending time with his Virgin Islands to reduce tax liability on income when Tom took over for his father, he wanted wife, three children, and five grandchildren. ‘‘effectively connected’’ with a conduct of a V.I. to expand the company’s customer base. He Chip has been described as an upbeat person trade or business even when such income is made a business deal with Wendy’s fast-food with a positive attitude that inspires those he sourced outside of the Virgin Islands in certain restaurant and became the fast-food chain’s works with. His wife describes him as always circumstances. Neither the House nor the new meat supplier. Today, Devault Foods is ‘‘on the go,’’ and everyone always knows he Senate bill contained any provision on source one of Chester County’s largest privately held is coming by his happy whistle and big smile. of income rules. businesses. Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join Mr. Speaker, we recognize and accept that Outside of business, Tom has always been me today in honoring Chip Roach for his ex- the genesis of this new provision is the fact active and has participated in sports, particu- emplary community service and the excellent

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00084 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.427 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1951 work he has done in the Pennsylvania Asso- lives of some 50 Rhodes Jews. He was their Ted, and with the guidance of their mother, ciation of Realtors. The Pennsylvania Associa- only line of defense against the final solution. Chairwoman Florence Fang, AsianWeek tion of Realtors Distinguished Service and Na- The remainder of Rhodes Jews all were de- reaches a broad cross-section of Americans, tional Award Chip received is a most pres- ported to Auschwitz, where 90% of them per- from recent arrivals in the immigrant commu- tigious honor and one that appropriately ac- ished. nity to leaders of national stature in business, knowledges Chip’s outstanding contributions The story doesn’t end there. Shortly after politics, academia and culture. Its mission is to to his profession and community. the release of the Turkish Jews and their fami- tell the story of Asian Pacific American life, to f lies, the Germans—perhaps having discovered provide a forum in matters of importance to its that Consul-General Ulkumen had tricked readership, and to involve Asian Pacific Ameri- HOLOCAUST MUSEUM TO HONOR them regarding Turkish law—took their re- cans meaningfully in the nation’s political proc- TURKISH DIPLOMAT FOR SAVING venge. They bombed the Turkish Consulate ess. JEWISH LIVES on Rhodes. Consul-General Ulkumen escaped To this end, the paper recently scored an harm, but his pregnant wife did not. She was important exclusive among the Asian Amer- HON. TOM LANTOS seriously wounded—mortally, it turned out a ican press: an interview with presidential nomi- OF CALIFORNIA few weeks later. But, before she died, she nee JOHN KERRY, who discussed a range of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES managed to give birth. Ulkumen himself died subjects with editor-in-chief Samson Wong, from a proposed federal program combating Friday, October 8, 2004 last year at the age of 89, but the product of that pregnancy, a son—now a 60-year-old hate crimes to the new vistas that have Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, on October man—will accept the Holocaust Museum’s opened for his niece, a toddler adopted in 26th, the Holocaust Memorial Museum will award on his late father’s behalf. China. honor former Turkish diplomat Selahattin Ulkumen went on to hold many distin- But perhaps more important than any single Ulkumen. Few honors anywhere have been guished positions in the Turkish foreign serv- story, AsianWeek aspires with every edition to more deserved. ice before retiring in the 1970s. Yad Vashem deliver consistent, high-quality information on In 1944, Mr. Selahattin was a young dip- paid tribute to his courage in 1990 by naming all manner of subjects of interest to its target lomat who stared down German military au- him one of the ‘‘Righteous Among the Na- readership. For these efforts, it has won sev- thorities on the occupied island of Rhodes, tions’’ and planting a tree in his honor. He was eral awards—both for overall coverage and in- convincing them to rescind the deportation or- the first Muslim ever to receive this honor. In dividual citations from New California Media, a ders of 50 Jews and their families and saving 2001, his own nation bestowed its highest national association of more than 700 ethnic them from certain death. He paid a painful award on Ulkumen—the Supreme Service media organizations. price for his courage. Medal—for his Holocaust-era heroism on be- The paper also provides place where dis- Today Rhodes is part of Greece, but it was half of Jews. parate views on those subjects can be freely part of the Ottoman Empire from 1522 to 1912 In both Judaism and Islam, it is said that expressed. Dedicated to promoting discussion and under Italian control from 1912 through saving one life is like saving the world. Thanks among people whose backgrounds include the most of World War II. There were 1,700 Jews to Mr. Ulkumen, several family trees flourish many ethnic groups of South Asia, Southeast on the island when Germany took over today that otherwise would have been elimi- Asia and the Pacific, AsianWeek describes Rhodes in 1943, after the death of Mussolini nated forever. He put his life—and that of his itself as ‘‘The Voice of Asian America.’’ hastened the disintegration of Italian rule. family—at risk rather than compromise his be- Mr. Speaker, may the Asian Pacific Amer- On July 19, 1944, the Gestapo ordered all lief in equality and his commitment to the ican community, and U.S. society as a whole, Jews on Rhodes to report for ‘‘temporary sanctity of human life. Unfortunately for Eu- continue to benefit from the availability of this transportation to a small island nearby.’’ Ev- rope’s Jews, bravery of his sort was all-too- eloquent and extraordinary voice. erybody knew what that meant. They were to rare. I commend the Holocaust Museum for f be transported—and not temporarily—to venerating the memory of Selahattin Ulkumen PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION Auschwitz. and his deeds and for bestowing this honor on OF H.R. 10, 9/11 RECOMMENDA- When the Jews were rounded up, Consul- this profoundly honorable man. TIONS IMPLEMENTATION ACT General Ulkumen went immediately to the de- f tention center and demanded the release of SPEECH OF the Jews who were Turkish citizens, as well CELEBRATING 25 YEARS OF THE as their spouses and families. The German NEWSPAPER ASIANWEEK HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE commander refused at first, but Ulkumen per- OF TEXAS sisted, claiming that deportation of Turkish citi- HON. TOM LANTOS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, October 7, 2004 zens would violate German-Turkish treaties OF CALIFORNIA and boldly asserting that neutral and neigh- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, boring Turkey would raise the matter to the it pleases me that the Committee on Rules Friday, October 8, 2004 level of an ‘‘international incident’’ if Turkish had the prudence to make the amendment of- citizens were deported. In the eyes of Turkish Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, a distinguished, fered by the gentleman from New Jersey, Mr. law, he said, all citizens are equal. nationally-distributed newspaper based in San MENENDEZ, in order. This important amend- The German commander finally relented, Francisco is celebrating its 25th anniversary. ment has been endorsed by the 9/11 Commis- but insisted that only Jews with citizenship pa- Today I would like to ask my colleagues to sion and embodies the provisions found in the pers—a total of 13—would be released, not join me in saluting a quarter-century of Collins/Lieberman proposal, S. 2845 and the their spouses and families. Ulkumen, however, achievement by this important information re- McCain/Lieberman proposal, S. 2774. would not give ground. According to Turkish source, AsianWeek. Nevertheless, I am disappointed that we law, he said indignantly, the spouses and fam- Founded in 1979 by John T.C. Fang, who only have 3 hours and 40 minutes of general ilies of Turkish citizens ARE Turkish citizens. came to the United States from China in the debate to divide between eight of the many He was lying through his teeth. There was no early 1950s, AsianWeek now boasts a con- committees of jurisdiction with respect to this such Turkish law. But the German commander firmed readership of 175,000 people in its print legislation. In our work on H.R. 10, we have fell for it, and, after a few days, agreed to re- form and countless others on-line. It is the a duty to take into account the families that lease the spouses and families. In at least one only English language, national newsweekly will be affected. We in this august body have instance, the husband of a Jewish Turkish cit- chronicling the Asian Pacific American experi- a duty to take into account that these fami- izen actually was taken off a train already ence in all its variety. AsianWeek also offers lies—in fact, all American families, will be wait- bound from the Greek port of Piraeus to an opportunity for Americans as a whole to ing and watching to see if this body will act re- Auschwitz after Ulkumen won his point. learn about issues of particular importance to sponsibly, appropriately, and adequately. Ulkumen also managed to win the release of one of the country’s fastest-growing commu- The base bill includes over 50 extraneous some 25–30 Jews who were former Turkish nities, including civil rights, immigration, em- provisions that were not recommended by the citizens but had allowed their citizenship to ployment, and international affairs. 9/11 Commission. Within these extraneous lapse. John Fang launched the paper to help his provisions are legislative ‘‘poison pills’’ that will In all, according to the website of Israel’s fellow new Americans better themselves, and ultimately frustrate our overall purpose—to Yad Vashem Memorial Museum, Ulkumen his legacy has passed to his family: Now pub- make America safe. These poison pills in- managed to win the freedom and save the lished by his son James and edited his son clude:

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00085 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K08OC8.002 E11PT1 E1952 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 Giving the President ‘‘fast track’’ authority to even more challenging during a time of mili- HONORING MARY MILLS reorganize the intelligence agencies, under- tary conflict. The chairman and ranking mem- mining the reforms recommended by the 9/11 ber have succeeded admirably in this endeav- HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN Commission; or, and the product before us today is a fine OF TENNESSEE Giving the President authority to bypass example of careful craftsmanship and bipar- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Senate confirmation of the Director of the CIA tisan cooperation. We are proud of our men Saturday, October 9, 2004 and other key intelligence and defense offi- and women in uniform, and we must ensure cials, weakening congressional oversight; that they are given the resources necessary to Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, I want to Giving Federal law enforcement officials succeed in their mission. take time today to recognize someone who new authority to deport foreign nationals, re- has been a true public servant in Williamson voke visas, and deny asylum without judicial H.R. 4200 recognizes the importance of our County, Tennessee. Few communities are for- review; service men and women in the field and tunate enough to have someone like Mary Creation of new national databases of driv- around the world and demonstrates the appre- Mills. But we in Tennessee have been blessed ers licenses, birth certificates, and criminal his- ciation of Congress through the provision of a by her hard work and dedication for years tories, raising civil liberties and privacy con- 3.5% pay increase for military personnel in FY now. cerns; and 2005 and a permanent increase in the family- Williamson County Commissioner Mary Mills Expansion of the authority of the Justice De- separation allowance and imminent-danger has consistently and without fanfare worked to partment by relaxing grand jury secrecy re- pay. I am particularly pleased that the meas- improve her community. As a former educator quirements and increasing its ability to con- ure extends TRICARE benefits to nonactive and an active member of the African Meth- duct secret surveillance. duty reservists. Our Reserve component has odist Episcopal Church, Commissioner Mills I serve on the House Select Committee on served the Nation professionally and valiantly has been a leader in everything she does. Homeland Security, and it troubles me that even though they and their families have often This week she’s being recognized by the while that body received a referral for markup, had to make sacrifices. Providing enhanced United Community Resource Foundation with the leadership has chose not to schedule such access to TRICARE will provide greater sta- a Lifetime Achievement Award, and I join the a hearing. The very committee that would pre- bility to reservist families and will ensure that people of Williamson County in thanking Mary sumably hold the most jurisdiction over this we do not lose qualified servicemembers be- for her dedication. matter deferred its opportunity to make this cause of insufficient access to health care. f legislation better. That does not sit well with my colleagues on this side of the aisle and it The conference report also addresses sev- IN SUPPORT OF BORDER does not sit well with the families of the vic- eral major problems that my colleagues on the BINATIONAL HEALTH WEEK tims of 9/11—it does not sit well with the committee and I have been working to solve. American people. Our committee and our colleagues on both HON. SILVESTRE REYES Furthermore, while the September 11 Com- sides of the aisle in the House have fought for OF TEXAS mission has set forth its bipartisan suggestion an end to a current flaw in our survivor bene- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for rebuilding and improvement, we cannot fits system that penalizes military spouses. For Saturday, October 9, 2004 even move legislation that authorizes home- too long, military spouses have witnessed their land security spending through a markup by survivor benefits drop by more than one-third Mr. REYES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in the main committee of jurisdiction. These once reaching the age of 62. Comparable ci- strong support of an important event that I am issues are indicative of a body that has its pri- vilian plans provide survivors a lifetime annuity proud to say will soon take place in my con- orities misplaced. of 50–55 percent of retired pay and protect gressional district of El Paso, Texas—Border Mr. Speaker, in recognition and tribute to against a drop in annuity at age 62. As a co- Binational Health Week. Through the efforts of the families of the 9/11 victims, there should sponsor of the Military Survivor Benefits Im- federal, state, and local stakeholders and never be a price limitation placed on effec- provement Act, I have supported efforts to re- community members in the United States and tively securing the homeland. Nor should solid peal this unfair burden and am pleased that Mexico, Border Binational Health Week will legislation be ignored or thwarted in carrying this legislation would phase out from October raise awareness and strengthen our commit- ment to overcoming border health challenges. out the will of the American people. For this 2005 to March 2008 the current offset under The border is a very dynamic region and a reason, I fully support the goals set forth in the the Survivor Benefit Plan, and increase the gateway for diseases such as gastrointestinal Shays-Maloney proposal that was not made in annuities paid to survivors of military retirees order by this committee. I also fully support illnesses, a tuberculosis, and HIV/AIDS, and a who are 62 years or older. Additionally, the disproportionate number of border residents the Menendez amendment that has been en- agreement expedites last year’s concurrent re- dorsed by the 9/11 Commission and embodies suffer from chronic illnesses like cancer, heart ceipt improvements by authorizing full concur- the provisions found in the Collins/Lieberman disease, and diabetes. It is impossible to stop rent receipt for disabled military retirees rated proposal, S. 2845 and the McCain/Lieberman the spread of diseases at the border, so we 100% disabled. proposal, S. 2774. must work together, bi-nationally, to address f I am, however, disappointed, that the con- health concerns and combat illness. In short, ference report scaled back the provisions that Mexico and the United States must be part- CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4200, I offered with Congressman JIM COOPER dur- ners in achieving our common goal of solving RONALD W. REAGAN NATIONAL ing committee consideration that would ensure health problems along the U.S.-Mexico border. DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT greater equity and efficiency of the Depart- As part of that critical effort, I am pleased to FOR FISCAL YEAR 2005 ment of Defense’s contracting process. The announce that Border Binational Health Week will be held from October 11–17, 2004, and is SPEECH OF agreement appears to close loopholes that have allowed the Department of Defense to being sponsored by the U.S.-Mexico Border HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN avoid Congressionally mandated competition Health Commission. The Commission, along OF RHODE ISLAND requirements and provides limited appeal with many partners on both sides of the bor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rights for government employees to challenge der, has worked diligently in developing the agenda for this extremely important event. Friday, October 8, 2004 contract decisions. Yet it falls short in other areas intended to guarantee taxpayer savings The theme for Border Binational Health Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, as a member Week is ‘‘Families in Action for Health.’’ Some and improved efficiency in DoD contracting of the House Armed Services Committee, I am of the many topics to be highlighted are im- procedures. I look forward to working with the pleased to speak in support of the conference proving access to health care, reducing health committee to implement H.R. 4200’s provi- report before us. Chairman HUNTER and Rank- disparities, and increasing immunization rates. sions and to address other shortcomings in ing Member SKELTON deserve great credit for The week will also include community mobili- this area. negotiating a bill that will provide our military— zation efforts, informational presentations, pol- and the men and women who serve in it—the Overall, this legislation is a well-balanced icy forums, models of excellence programs, resources they need to keep America strong approach to the needs of our Nation’s military, and health careers and professional ex- in the 21st century. It is always a daunting and I commend the chairman, ranking mem- changes—all illustrating the steps to a task to craft legislation that balances the ber, and my colleagues on the committee for healthier border and advancing the goals of needs of our services, and such an effort is a fine work product. the Healthy Border 2010 initiative.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00086 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.430 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1953 I ask my colleagues to join me in com- and armored vehicles. These facts are as- cerely hope in the future that such significant mending the efforts of the U.S.-Mexico Border tounding and yet truly saddening, yet another legislation as this will involve the debate and Health Commission and all those involved with indication that this Administration sent our full consideration of all necessary and relevant Border Binational Health Week, and in wishing young men and women to fight in Iraq and provisions from both sides of the aisle. The them a productive and successful week of never gave them the proper plan or the proper men and women of our Armed Forces and in- events. support. deed the American people as a whole deserve f This conference report also provides long as much. It is our duty in Congress to serve overdue retirement benefits for our service the interests of the people, it is the duty of the PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION men and women that Democrats have been Armed Forces to protect and serve our na- OF H.R. 10, 9/11 RECOMMENDA- demanding for years. Because of Democratic tional interests; one can only hope we can TIONS IMPLEMENTATION ACT pressure, Republicans finally included bipar- serve our mission as well as the members of tisan provisions to end the Widow’s Tax, and the Armed Forces have served theirs. SPEECH OF Democrats were successful in adding provi- f HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE sions that would immediately end the disabled OF TEXAS veterans tax for the most severely disabled TRIBUTE TO NANCY SALISBURY, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES veterans. This conference report also ensures RSCJ that every member of the Guard and National Thursday, October 7, 2004 Reserve called up to serve in Iraq or Afghani- HON. ANNA G. ESHOO Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, stan can purchase TRICARE coverage for OF CALIFORNIA I rise today to support the National Defense their families after they return home. Members IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Authorization Act which provides almost $450 would be eligible for one year of coverage for Saturday, October 9, 2004 billion to support out troops. I want to start by every 90 days of service after they have been thanking and congratulating the Ranking Mem- called up. TRICARE, the military health pro- Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with ber of the Armed Services Committee, Mr. gram is an essential need for every member a heavy heart to honor Sister Nancy Salisbury SKELTON who worked so hard for so long to of the Armed Forces, especially those with RSCJ, a distinguished and nationally re- make this legislation beneficial to our men and families. It seems so intolerable to me that we spected and beloved educator who passed women of the Armed Forces. While I will vote would allow even one member of our Armed away on September 27, 2004 at Oakwood in for this legislation it is truly unfortunate that a Forces to go without proper health coverage. Atherton, California. more bipartisan approach was not taken in This conference report also includes a 3.5 Born May 15, 1930 in New York City, Sister order to include numerous important Demo- percent across-the-board pay raise for mem- Salisbury was the daughter of the late Philip cratic provisions which would have further bers of the Armed Forces. It permanently in- Turner Salisbury and Ethel Walsh Salisbury. benefited our fighting men and women. I am creases the rate for imminent danger pay from She was educated at Convent of the Sacred also saddened that this Defense Authorization $150 to $225 per month and increases the Heart in Overbrook, Pennsylvania, and earned comes at a time of such great need for our family separation allowance from $100 to $250 her bachelor’s degree from Manhattanville Armed Forces because they have been per month. It also ensures that construction of College of the Sacred Heart in Purchase, New pushed into a war that could have been avoid- new family housing for almost 50,000 military York in 1952. She received a master’s degree ed and has been so poorly managed from the families will proceed without delay. Again, it in History from Manhattanville in 1962 and a start. It is truly unfortunate that the brave men sickens me to think that we left these brave second master’s degree in Mathematics from and women of our Armed Forces are fighting and proud military families out in the dark for the University of Detroit in 1968. around the world while the Department of De- even the shortest possible period. This con- Sister Salisbury entered the Religious Order fense is in the current state it is in. The Ad- ference report finally ensures that these fami- of the Sacred Heart in 1952 and devoted her ministration must be accountable for the ac- lies will receive some justice for the sacrifice life to the Society as a teacher, administrator, tions of the Armed Forces; the unfortunate they make everyday to keep our Nation pro- headmistress and mentor. The stature of her events taking place in Iraq have caused our tected. accomplishments are reflected in the following: nation irreparable harm. I only pray that the I must also add that it is truly unfortunate Headmistress, Convent of the Sacred provisions in this legislation that will help pro- that this Defense Authorization continues this Heart, New York City, 1980–2000 tect our fighting men and women in Iraq are Administration’s policy of having misplaced pri- Chair, New York State Association of Inde- not the only step we take to alleviate their bur- orities. Instead of directing more money for pendent Schools Accreditation Commission den. proper planning in Iraq, or for greater protec- Vice Chair, Board of Trustees, New York State Association of Independent Schools I am heartened by the fact that Democrats tion equipment for our troops, or maybe for Headmistress, Convent of the Sacred have worked so hard to put pieces of our greater pay raises for our troops; this Adminis- Heart, Greenwich, 1970–1980 ideas into this legislation. As I stated earlier, tration has decided to budget $10.2 billion for Head of Middle and Upper Schools, Convent too many vital Democratic proposals that missile defense next year—twice the request of the Sacred Heart, Greenwich and New would have given our Armed Forces the for any other weapons system. Missile de- York City equipment and support they need to success- fense systems are not new; in fact they have Teacher, Administrator, Sacred Heart fully complete their dangerous missions, were been discussed for decades. The truth is that Schools: Greenwich, Grosse Pointe, Kenwood, New York denied based simply on partisanship. How- missile defense systems have proven to be Chair, Guild of Headmasters of Inde- ever, the few Democratic principles that were overly complex, unreliable, and often been lit- pendent Schools, New York City put into this legislation will greatly help our sol- tle more than pipe dreams. Why in good con- Chair, Fairchester Association of Head- diers past and present and their families. science, in this time of budget constraints and masters Because of Democrats insistence this con- increased need, would we allocate even more Chair, Board of Trustees, Carrolton School ference report provides additional funds for money for failed programs? There are more of the Sacred Heart force protection measures, including additional responsible ways to budget this money. Vice Chair, Board of Trustees, Early Steps body armor, countermeasures for improvised Member, Network of Sacred Heart Schools Money from the Defense Authorization should Commission on Goals (NCOG) explosive devices, and armored Humvees. It go to our men and women in the Armed Member, Boards of Trustees: Network of also includes a Democratic proposal that Forces who actually defend our nation instead Sacred Heart Schools: Greenwich, Doane would reimburse families who purchased body of into programs that just waste needed funds. Stuart; Youth Services Opportunities Pro- armor or other protective equipment for a Also, once again Democrats have been able gram, Independent School Admissions Asso- loved one serving overseas. Sadly, before to restore some sanity to this issue. Because ciation of Greater New York, Connecticut today many families had to take the safety of of their efforts the Pentagon’s Office of Testing Association of Independent Schools, loved ones serving overseas into their own and Evaluation regains an oversight role and Manhattanville College Alumni Association hands. Those kinds of practices make it seem Member, Committees of the New York Prov- there will be some controls over this dubious ince of the Society of the Sacred Heart as if we are running a civilian militia as op- program. OT&E is tasked with devising a real- Upon her retirement as headmistress of the posed to the greatest Army in the history of istic test regimen for the Ballistic Missile De- Convent of the Sacred Heart School in New mankind. According to a report commissioned fense system. York, Sister Salisbury spent time in Chicago by DOD, as much as 25 percent of U.S. com- While I will support this legislation because where she continued her mentorship of bat deaths might have been prevented if there of the support and protection it provides to our young women entering the congregation. It had been sufficient supplies of body armor men and women in the Armed Forces, I sin- was in recent years that she came to the

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00087 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.434 E11PT1 E1954 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 Oakwood Community, and earlier this year was the time he spent together with his chil- could take care of his mother. His brother Pat became its Director. Of Oakwood she said ‘‘I dren and their friends. A gracious host, he remembers how ‘‘if the family needed him for continue to discover each day the deep roots loved to surround himself with friends, fam- anything, he’d be there.’’ Michael was never of the love of God, the Society and the Com- ily, wonderful meals prepared by Angela, and munity. I believe it is these bonds which fine wine, most often a robust cabernet made one to miss the weekly family dinners on Fri- make Oakwood a home of joy, under- by his late father-in-law, Angelo Pellegrini. day or the family get-togethers at church on standing, reconciliation and celebration. I Loud, boisterous and laughter filled eve- Sunday. see my responsibility to find new ways of nings, roast pork, roast potatoes, hot peppers On behalf of the entire Tampa Bay commu- keeping this spirit alive and visible as we and greens from the garden were the norm in nity, I would like to extend my thanks to Mi- celebrate the end of our journey together in the Owens home, with Tom at the head of chael for his dedication to serving others and love.’’ the table, wine glass in hand, belaboring the offer my deepest sympathies to his many Sister Salisbury was a holy woman, de- occasional anecdote or joke. To hear him tell loved ones. voted to her RSCJ community and their mis- a story was an experience in and of itself. In sion, and deeply committed to living her life Tom’s case, punch line were an irrelevant de- f loving and serving the Sacred Heart of Jesus. tail, as the delivery, often scrambled and 9/11 RECOMMENDATIONS Her wisdom was recognized by anyone who confused were what made his diatribes so un- met her. Her wisdom was more than being forgettable. He also loved travel, particu- IMPLEMENTATION ACT smart . . . it came not from a busy head but larly to Italy, working out, playing the from a deeper well . . . her peaceful heart. piano, cigars, spending time with his chil- SPEECH OF Her leadership skills lifted people to new dren and grandchildren, bullmastiffs, trees, heights and she emulated Jesus by gath- and golf. He is survived by his loving wife, HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE ering, teaching, and loving the children and Angela, two children Tom (Dena) and Sarah OF TEXAS she contributed mightily to the future well (Scott Lindblad), five grandchildren, Olivia, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES being of our nation, preparing generations of Evan, Reese, Cameron, Lauren and surrogate Friday, October 8, 2004 young women for leadership roles. I ask my granddaughter Gabriella Pellegrini. He is colleagues to join me in honoring this good also survived by a brother, Dr. E. Reese The House in Committee of the Whole and great woman, paying tribute to her, the Owens (Betsy), of Pittsburgh, PA. We will House on the State of the Union had under life she lived and the lives she shaped. How miss your thoughtful generosity, your wit, consideration the bill (H.R. 10) to provide for blessed I am to have known her and bene- love of family and friends, and your frank reform of the intelligence community, ter- fited from her love, counsel and wisdom. and honest emotional support. For now we rorism prevention and prosecution, border security, and international cooperation and f say to the man clad in the trademark blue blazer, see you again someday, somewhere, co-ordination, and for other purposes: CELEBRATION OF THOMAS JAMES as we lift a glass in fond farewell to our be- Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Chair- OWENS loved patriarch: Salute! e Addio, man, I rise in support of the amendment of- caroTommaso. Sarai sempre nel nostro cuore e nei nostri pensieri. There will be a celebra- fered by the Gentleman from Indiana des- HON. NORMAN D. DICKS tion of Tom’s life at 4 p.m., Friday, October ignated as #29. This amendment directs the OF WASHINGTON 1st at the Seattle Golf Club. Secretary of Homeland Security to ‘‘ensure IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f that all appropriate personnel engaged in se- curity screening of individuals have access to Saturday, October 9, 2004 IN REMEMBRANCE OF MICHAEL law enforcement and intelligence information Mr. DICKS. Mr. Speaker, Tom Owens was ANDREW MITCHELL maintained by DHS.’’ It also calls for the sub- my friend; he came to Washington, DC, al- mission of an overview of all the agencies, most weekly until he retired in 1996. Tom al- HON. JIM DAVIS databases, and other capabilities that exist ways wanted to play tennis and go to the best OF FLORIDA within the Department involved in intelligence restaurants for dinner. Tom was a very effec- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES relating to terrorism, drug trafficking, illegal im- tive lobbyist. He worked both sides of the aisle migration, screening, investigations, and in- very skillfully. Saturday, October 9, 2004 spection of goods or individuals entering the His friends and family were all shocked Mr. DAVIS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise in United States. Furthermore, this amendment when he suddenly died on September 16th. remembrance of Michael Andrew Mitchell, a would require the submission of a report to I wanted to include in the RECORD a recent loving family man who nobly served his com- Congress within 180 days on actions taken article about Tom and his family. Tom Owens munity as a Tampa Police Officer. and plans in place to improve access and the was a tremendous human being who will be A natural athlete, at Tampa Bay Technical flow of information. missed by all who knew him. High School Michael excelled in football, track Proposals that seek to ensure that DHS is THOMAS JAMES OWENS and basketball and earned a football scholar- functioning efficiently, effectively, and in ac- Thomas James Owens—Born June 2, 1928, ship to Miles College. After graduating from cordance with the U.S. Constitution with re- in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. Tom died sud- the police academy, Michael went on to serve spect to individual rights and liberties should denly and unexpectedly in his north Capitol in the Tampa Police Department, for 25 years. be supported fully because the function of Hill home early in the morning, September During his career, Michael earned the praise DHS is a bi-partisan issue. Protecting the 16th. He was preceded in death by his par- of his colleagues and superiors. He was twice American people is a bi-partisan issue. ents, Helen Reese and Edward Addison awarded the Tampa Police Department Com- Similar to this amendment, I would have of- Owens, and brother J. David Owens. A grad- uate of Amherst College and Michigan Law mendation Award, as well as earning a Spe- fered a proposal that would make the ‘‘Next School, he moved to Seattle in 1955 where he cial Award of Recognition from the Depart- Generation Airline Passenger Prescreening’’ began a law practice and eventually met and ment of Justice. But more important than any provision (Section 2173) more effective while married his wife of 44 years, Angela award, Michael earned the trust of his fellow taking active measures to protect individual (Pellegrini). A lobbyist, he worked on both officers. As Jose Feliciano, Michael’s former rights and liberties. the state and federal levels, retiring from a partner said, ‘‘I never worried when I was with The existing language in Subsection (i) of successful practice in 1996. A masterful com- Mike. I always knew he had my back.’’ Section 2173(a)(C) assigns the task of testing municator and intermediary, he was liked Michael’s dedication to serving his commu- the next generation passenger prescreening and respected by Democrats and Republicans alike. Impeccably dressed, with his unmis- nity extended beyond his role as a police offi- system against automatic selectee and no-fly takable trench coat, he was a fixture in po- cer. A lifetime member of First Baptist Church lists and records in the consolidated and inte- litical circles in both Olympia & Washington of College Hill, Michael was active in nearly grated terrorist watchlist maintained by the D.C. Tom was also an accomplished racquets every aspect of the church. He was a member Federal Government to the ‘‘Assistant Sec- man. After a successful tennis and squash ca- of the Youth Choir, Youth Usher Board, Young retary or designee.’’ This is a very loose as- reer in the Ivy League, he went on to become Adult Choir, Tape Ministry, Breakfast Ministry, signment of a very important task. Moreover, one of the more dominant amateur players Security Ministry and Deacon Board Ministry. the duties of the Assistant Secretary would in the area, winning numerous titles in the And Michael always had time for young peo- hardly allow for the time and effort that is nec- Pacific Northwest and British Columbia, in- cluding the Pacific Coast Championship in ple. His patient, calm and caring demeanor essary to perform the functions of this provi- 1964, ranking him among the best amateur drew people of all ages. sion to address the needs of the American players in the country. His true passions, However, Michael may best be remembered public. first and foremost, were his loving family for his devotion to his family. In June, he gave The Jackson Lee Amendment would have and dear friends. A particular joy in his life up his career at the Police Department so he assigned this task rather to the ‘‘Civil Liberties

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00088 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.439 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1955 Protection Officer’’ or designee thereof—in ference report on H.R. 4837—Military Con- 9/11 RECOMMENDATIONS consultation with the Assistant Secretary. struction/Emergency Supplemental Appropria- IMPLEMENTATION ACT Therefore, this amendment would have added tions; ‘‘yes’’ on the conference report on H.R. teeth to the existing provision in the area of 4567—Homeland Security Appropriations; and SPEECH OF personnel assignment. ‘‘no’’ on the Adjournment Resolution, because HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE The Civil Liberties Protection Officer is the the 108th Congress should complete its work OF TEXAS most appropriate personnel to perform this before it adjourns. The Republican-led Con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES function. gress has failed to address the needs of mid- Therefore, it is very important that we not dle class families. Republicans have failed to Friday, October 8, 2004 only make this legislation efficient and thor- create jobs, end outsourcing, improve national The House in Committee of the Whole ough but that we craft it to protect civil rights security, lower health care costs, improve edu- House on the State of the Union had under and civil liberties. Mr. Chairman, I ask that my cation, or protect our environment. consideration the bill (H.R. 10) to provide for colleagues support the amendment by the reform of the intelligence community, ter- rorism prevention and prosecution, border Gentleman. f security, and international cooperation and f IN MEMORY OF BISHOP MOSES coordination, and for other purposes: PERSONAL EXPLANATION TAYLOR, MINISTER TO AND Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Chair- FRIEND OF THE PEOPLE OF man, I rise to address the Amendment offered HON. DANNY K. DAVIS LONG ISLAND CITY AND by Mr. KIRK of Illinois which would require that the President submit a report to the congres- OF ILLINOIS ASTORIA, NY sional intelligence committees detailing how IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) Saturday, October 9, 2004 HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY can be integrated into the intelligence commu- OF NEW YORK Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I was un- nity. I believe it is important that we recognize able to cast votes on Thursday, September IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the vital role the DEA has played in our War 30, 2004, due to a death in the family. If I was Saturday, October 9, 2004 on Terror and we should study how effective present for rollcall votes, it would be the fol- it would be to officially include the DEA in our Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ac- lowing: intelligence apparatus. knowledge the life and achievements of No. 480 on motion to recommit with instruc- Many of the terrorist groups including Al Bishop Moses Taylor, one of New York City’s tions—Surface Transportation Extension Act of Qaeda that are targeting our Nation derive foremost spiritual leaders. I am saddened to 2004, Part V—1 ‘‘yea.’’ much of their income from the sale of drugs report to the members of this chamber that No. 481 on Passage, Surface Transpor- which finances their terror network. It is clear Bishop Taylor passed away on October l, tation Extension Act of 2004, Part V—H.R. that narcoterrorism is becoming a larger threat 2004. He is survived by his loving family, his 5183—‘‘yea.’’ to our security and the DEA is playing a sig- No. 482 on motion to suspend the rules and many friends and the congregations of the nificant role in reducing this threat. Just last pass H.R. 5149—the Welfare Reform Exten- three ministries he founded in Long Island City December the USS Decatur intercepted a boat sion Act, Part VIII—‘‘yea.’’ and Astoria, Queens. in the Gulf near the Strait of Hormuz that was No. 483 on motion to suspend the rules and Bishop Taylor was a fixture of his commu- found to be carrying almost two tons of hash- pass, as amended H.R. 4231, the Department nity for more than 60 years. Bishop Taylor’s ish valued at up to $10 million. The boat was of Veterans Affairs Nurse Recruitment and Re- ministry began in a small house on 12th Street found to have direct connection to the Al tention Act of 2004—‘‘yea.’’ in Long Island City, where he preached to a Qaeda terror network. While this large ship- No. 484 on passage of H.J. Res.106. Pro- group of twelve followers; in the next few ment was intercepted we can safely assume posing an amendment to the Constitution of years, this ministry moved to a larger, perma- there are many others that are out there that the United States relating to marriage—‘‘nay.’’ nent home across the street and became pose a threat to our national security. No. 485 on motion to suspend the rules and known as the Long Island City Gospel Taber- In Afghanistan, we replaced the brutal agree on H. Con. Res 501, Honoring the life nacle. It was during this time that Bishop Tay- Taliban regime that was harboring Al Qaeda and work of Duke Ellington, recognizing the lor began many of the community service ini- terrorists, but today Afghanistan faces many 30th anniversary of the Duke Ellington School tiatives for which his ministries would become threats from those same terrorist networks. of the Arts, and supporting the annual Duke widely known in the Queens community. In- President Karzai himself has said that the cul- Ellington Jazz Festival . . . deed, the two founding principles of the tivation of drugs namely the poppy crop is one No. 486 on motion to suspend the rules and Bishop’s ministries are ‘‘to teach and preach of the biggest threats that Afghanistan faces. agree on H. Res. 792, Honoring the United the Word of God with simplicity and under- The U.S. State Department has indicated that Negro College Fund on the occasion of the standing’’ and ‘‘to undergird, strengthen and poppy cultivation in Afghanistan is expected to Fund’s 60th anniversary and the Fund’s un- increase (the) community through programs, jump by 40 percent this year. In fact, Afghani- flagging dedication to enhancing top quality targeted activities for men, women, singles stan is one of 22 nations listed by President college opportunities to millions of students and families, combined with educational instru- Bush in his annual report to Congress on ... ments that will address the whole need of ‘‘major’’ drug-producers. Our own Pentagon is man.’’ f reporting that the drugs trade is corrupting Af- Building on the success of the Gospel Tab- ghan government institutions and that without PERSONAL EXPLANATION ernacle, Bishop Taylor went on to found the vigorous eradication, security will not improve Astoria Outreach Ministries and the Center for quickly. The U.N. released figures earlier this HON. DENISE L. MAJETTE Hope International in Long Island City, which year saying three-quarters of the world’s OF GEORGIA is now led by his son, Pastor Mitchell G. Tay- opium poppy was now grown in Afghanistan. lor. I am certain that Bishop Taylor was ex- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES These figures are staggering and indicate the tremely proud to see his son follow in his foot- battle we face to eliminate these drugs so that Saturday, October 9, 2004 steps and dedicate his life to enriching the they can not benefit our terrorist adversaries. Ms. MAJETTE. Mr. Speaker, I was unable lives of people in the Queens community. The DEA has played a critical role in chal- to be in attendance for a number of rollcall The three ministries founded by Bishop Tay- lenging Al Qaeda and other terror networks votes taken on October 8, 2004. Had I been lor have become invaluable parts of New York that engage in narcoterrorism. The DEA cur- present I would have cast my votes as follows: City’s spiritual life. They are true reflections of rently has an international presence with 77 ‘‘No’’ on rollcall No. 524; ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall the vibrant and generous Queens community offices in 55 countries that gather drug en- No. 525; and ‘‘no’’ on rollcall No. 526. that Moses Taylor so faithfully served. forcement intelligence, take part in host-coun- I was unable to be present for votes taken Mr. Speaker, I request that my colleagues try drug-related law enforcement operations, on October 9, 2004, however, I would have join me in honoring the late Bishop Moses and train host-country law enforcement per- voted: Taylor, whose dedication to community service sonnel. An indication of DEA’s effectiveness in ‘‘Yes’’ on final passage of conference report lives on thanks to the generosity of his many foreign operations can be found in the intel- on H.R. 4200—Defense Authorization Act for followers. With his passing, the community ligence information the DEA gathered to re- FY 2005; ‘‘yes’’ on final passage of the con- has lost one of its true heroes. veal that Osama bin Laden himself had been

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00089 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.443 E11PT1 E1956 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 involved in the financing and facilitation of her- ter, more productive lives because of what against Mr. Al-Alusi. I encourage him to swiftly oin-trafficking activities, which were then shut they learned at Jefferson under teachers who complete his examination and to provide guid- down by our military operations in Afghani- cared, encouraged, and challenged. ance toward a U.S. policy that forever elimi- stan. Today, the DEA continues to push for- f nates this type of bigotry from Iraqi law. ward in identifying narcoterrorism threats that I hope President Bush, Secretary of State are vital to maintaining our national security. I PERSONAL EXPLANATION Powell and Members of Congress will step for- look forward to seeing a report from the Presi- ward and without reservation, condemn this dent that will indicate the efficacy of officially HON. SOLOMON P. ORTIZ continuation of an anti-Semitic policy that is a including the DEA in our intelligence system. OF TEXAS hateful and dangerous residue of Saddam Clearly, the DEA plays an important informa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hussein’s failed regime. tion gathering and enforcement role in our Saturday, October 9, 2004 f War on Terror, this report will simply clarify their position in our national intelligence sys- Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, because of busi- 9/11 RECOMMENDATIONS tem. ness in my district (27th Congressional District IMPLEMENTATION ACT of Texas) I was absent for rollcall vote Nos. f 509–530. If I had been present for these SPEECH OF JEFFERSON HIGH SCHOOL votes, I would have voted as indicated below: HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE REUNION—YORK, SC 509—‘‘Yes’’; 510—‘‘Yes’’; 511—‘‘Yes’’; 512— OF TEXAS ‘‘Yes’’; 513—‘‘Yes’’; 514—‘‘Yes’’; 515—‘‘Yes’’; HON. JOHN M. SPRATT, JR. 516—‘‘No’’; 517—‘‘Yes’’; 518—‘‘Yes’’; 519— IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF SOUTH CAROLINA ‘‘No’’; 520—‘‘Yes’’; 521—‘‘Yes’’; 522—‘‘Yes’’; Friday, October 8, 2004 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 523—‘‘No’’; 524—‘‘No’’; 525—‘‘Yes’’; 526— The House in Committee of the Whole ‘‘No’’; 527—‘‘No’’; 529—‘‘Yes’’; 530—‘‘Yes.’’ Saturday, October 9, 2004 House on the State of the Union had under f consideration the bill (H.R. 10) to provide for Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, on the weekend reform of the intelligence community, ter- before Labor Day, some 400 alumni of Jeffer- IS ISRAEL STILL AN ENEMY OF rorism prevention and prosecution, border son High School gathered for their first re- THE STATE IN THE NEW IRAQ? security; and international cooperation and union since Jefferson closed more than 30 coordination, and for other purposes: years ago. HON. SHELLEY BERKLEY Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Chair- Jefferson got its start in a frame school OF NEVADA man, I rise in support of the amendment as of- house built for African-American students next IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fered by my Texas colleague Mr. Bonilla of the 23rd Congressional District to increase the to Wesley United Methodist Church on West Saturday, October 9, 2004 Jefferson Street in York, South Carolina. From number of beds available for immigration de- there, Jefferson graduated to a Rosenwald Ms. BERKLEY Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tention and removal operations in the Depart- school and became the African-American pub- express my deep concern, and frankly my dis- ment of Homeland Security. As the Ranking lic school in a racially segregated system. Al- belief, at the arrest of Mithal Al Alusi, an Iraqi Member of the House Immigration Sub- though the system was called ‘‘separate but citizen who was charged recently for visiting committee, I recognize the urgent need for this equal,’’ Jefferson never had facilities or teach- an enemy state. proposal. ing materials equal to its counterparts, the The world took little notice of what one The growth of the Immigration and Enforce- white schools that I attended. Used books might expect to be major news in the United ment Agency’s (ICE) and Border Patrol were passed on from white students, dated States and around the world. Unfortunately, Servicess (BPS) enforcement efforts, along and worn. The school district built a new high this story has been nearly invisible. with the Illegal Immigration Reform and Immi- school for white students in 1950, but left What makes this case so disturbing is the grant Responsibility Act of 1996, which re- black students to make the best of their old fact that the nation he dared visit, the nation quires INS to detain aliens subject to manda- one. The students, teachers and administra- labeled an enemy state by the new post-Sad- tory detention, have increased the Depart- tors at Jefferson did just that. They made the dam government in Iraq is none other than ment’s need for detention bed space in recent most of their circumstances. The students who America’s strongest ally in the Middle East— years. came back for this reunion did not dwell on the State of Israel. The average daily bed space usage has what they lacked at Jefferson High School. As unbelievable as it seems, under a 35- more than doubled from 8,279 average daily They saluted teachers who took a personal in- year-old law written by Saddam’s Baath Party, detention beds in FY 1996 to 18,518 in FY terest, believed in them, and encouraged them Israel remains an enemy of the Iraqi State. 2000. Every year the Department of Homeland to excel. They recalled their formidable teams And any Iraqi who dares visit our ally Israel, Security arrests over 1.6 million aliens. in football and basketball and the musical tal- can expect the same criminal punishment now Immigration and Customs Enforcement has ent they produced. They recognized the val- being sought against Mr. Al-Alusi. 19,444 beds a night. But an average 22,500 ues instilled in them for a lifetime. A New York Times article published on Oc- detainees are in custody on any given day. When the alumni sat down for a banquet tober 6, 2004, described the situation this way: The lack of space has led to a $1.3 billion the last night of their reunion, the pride they In recent days, Iraq’s special criminal shortfall that must be made up in other areas felt at being ‘‘Jeffersonians’’ was easily felt court established by the American occupa- of the budget for Immigration and Customs and well-founded. Among the 400 attending tion authority issued a warrant for Mr. Al- Enforcement and detention. Alusi’s arrest based on the 1969 law. Accord- the dinner, there were graduates who had ing to the Oct. 4 issue of the Iraqi newspaper One of my concerns is the rise of the harm- risen to the highest levels of the Civil Service Al Sabah, a court official said, ‘‘AI-Alusi ful effects of the ‘‘capture and release’’ pro- and become department heads in state gov- committed a crime by visiting the enemy, gram. Brought on by a shortage of detention ernment; Ph.D.’s in the sciences and liberal the Zionist state,’’ and the official vowed ‘‘to space, the program allows immigration officials arts; college professors; school teachers; suc- protect the Islamic and Arab identity of to routinely release tens of thousands of illegal cessful entrepreneurs; attorneys; and many Iraq.’’ immigrants from countries other than Mexico more who had distinguished themselves. The Is this the new Iraq that we have sacrificed after extracting a promise from each to show banquet speaker, Roberta Wright, symbolized more than a thousand American lives to pro- up at a future detention hearing. their success. She finished Jefferson and went tect? A country that allows Israel to be labeled DHS officials acknowledge that more than on to become a Phi Beta Kappa graduate of as a Zionist threat, and whose courts, which 70 percent of those released disappear from Fisk University and the University of Michigan were established under our Coalition rule, are law enforcement’s radar, resulting in a fugitive School of Law. She made a stirring speech, now being used as a tool to inflame anti-Israeli population of 400,000 nationwide. Mexican mi- challenging everyone to do more for the com- sentiment. grants who are detained are deported and are mon good. It is a disgrace that as we shed American usually bused to a port of entry where they With the onset of integration in the early blood, and the blood of our allies to bring de- cross the bridge to Mexico. 1970s, Jefferson High School came to an end. mocracy to the people of Iraq, those who have Some 15,000 of these people (non-Mexican But the 3-day Reunion made clear that Jeffer- persecuted Mithal Al-Alusi remain in authority. migrants) are in communities in Texas in the son lives on in the lives it made better. Hun- Secretary Powell is reported as saying that last eight months. Nearly half of non-Mexicans dreds of the alumni attending attested to bet- he is looking into the outrage committed arrested since October 2003 were released on

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00090 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.448 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1957 the U.S. side of the border, according to De- and prosecutors with tools that have proven SPECIALTY CROPS partment of Homeland Security statistics re- their worth in other areas of criminal law and COMPETITIVENESS ACT OF 2004 leased last week to the Chronicle. So far this would be just as useful with commercial alien fiscal year, which began Oct. l, 2003, Home- smuggling operations. The result would be SPEECH OF land Security officials released from Border fewer deaths from alien smuggling operations. HON. CALVIN M. DOOLEY Patrol custody 21,979 of the 49,705 illegal im- Therefore, this amendment will address a OF CALIFORNIA migrants from countries other than Mexico, very clear need, and I support the amendment IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES known to the Border Patrol as OTMs. offered by the gentleman from Texas. As a member of the House Select Com- Wednesday, October 6, 2004 mittee on Homeland Security’s Subcommittee f Mr. DOOLEY of California. Mr. Speaker, I on Infrastructure and Border Security and rise in support of H.R. 3242, the Specialty Ranking Member of the House Judiciary Sub- PERSONAL EXPLANATION Crops Competitiveness Act of 2004, albeit with committee on Immigration and Border Control reservations about the scaled down version of I joined Mr. BONILLA and another of my Texas the substitute bill that comes before us today. colleagues, Mr. SOLOMON ORTIZ for a series of HON. MIKE McINTYRE When I joined Representative DOUG OSE briefings and field visits at the Brownsville bor- OF NORTH CAROLINA last year in introducing H.R. 3242, it was a der areas. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES natural reflection of my longstanding interest in When Border Patrol (BP) officers catch un- a prosperous and competitive specialty crops documented immigrants, they take them to a Saturday, October 9, 2004 sector. facility to be processed. If they are Mexican, Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, on October 5, U.S. farm policy has long overlooked the im- they usually are placed on a bus and returned 2004, I was unavoidably absent for rollcall portance of specialty crops, despite the fact to Mexico. If they are not Mexican, BP classi- votes 494, 495, and 496. Had I been present that these non-subsidized crops account for fies them as ‘‘OTM’’ (other than Mexican). I would have voted, ‘‘no’’ on rollcall vote no. the majority of crop production in this country. Under a new detention policy popularly known 494, H.R. 163; ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall vote no. 495, Instead, U.S. farm policy has tended to focus as ‘‘catch and release,’’ thousands of OTMs H.R. 2929, and ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall vote no. 496, on so-called ‘‘program’’ crops, such as cotton, are released on their own recognizance pend- H.R. 5011. rice, sugar, peanuts, wheat, corn, oilseeds, ing a deportation hearing scheduled to be held feed grains, and others, which account for less months after they are released. Apparently, a f than half of domestic production. large percentage of the OTMs abscond in- H.R. 3242 was introduced not to bring fruits, stead of appearing for removal proceedings. EGYPTIAN SINAI BOMBINGS vegetables, tree nuts, and other horticultural I share many of the concerns that my col- products into the category of ‘‘program com- leagues SOLOMON P. ORTIZ and HENRY modities’’ but instead to focus federal attention BONILLA have expressed about border secu- HON. JOSEPH CROWLEY and resources on the problems facing this rity. The catch and release policy appears to OF NEW YORK segment of U.S. agriculture. The bill as intro- be the result of a lack of funding for detention IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES duced included various regulatory reforms as facilities. The security concern about the catch well as a modest level of federal dollars to in- and release policy is that it includes individ- Saturday, October 9, 2004 vest in non-market-distorting ways in the com- uals from nations the U.S. defines as state Mr. CROWLEY. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in petitiveness of the U.S. specialty crop sector. sponsors of potential terrorism. Before com- deep disgust to speak about the ghastly at- As the lead Democrat sponsor of H.R. 3242, menting on the catch and release policy, I tacks on three Egyptian Sinai resorts. however, I am very disappointed that the want to emphasize that immigration does not It should be obvious to all of us that these version of the bill that moved out of the House equate with terrorism. All but a few of the im- attacks were perpetrated because we are en- Agriculture Committee and is before us today migrants who enter our country unlawfully are tering the final days of the Jewish holiday of is significantly scaled down from the original hardworking people who are coming to the Sukkot. bill. In particular, the federal funding provided United States because they want better lives by this substitute bill has gone from a manda- for themselves and their families. The terrorists who committed these heinous tory spending level of $508 million per year for I favor the approach that Canada takes to attacks had one goal—that goal was to kill as five years, to a discretionary authorization of border security, namely, they emphasize iden- many innocent Israelis as possible. only $54 million per year that is further subject tifying the people who might be dangerous. The three terrorist attacks murdered at least to annual appropriations. We must improve intelligence operations so 29 people and injured scores of others but un- This is a far cry from the level of federal that our border patrol officers will be able to fortunately I fear the number of dead will rise commitment to the specialty crop sector that is separate out the potential terrorists. This in- as rescue teams search through the rubble. warranted. volves a two step process. We must first iden- The international community to the fullest Specialty crops have an annual farm-gate tify the potential terrorists, and then that infor- extent must condemn these attacks. value of $52 billion and receive no federal mation must be made available to the border It is time for the anti-Israeli elements within subsidies. Program crops, on the other hand, patrol officers. the United Nations to stop their one-sided res- have a farm-gate value of only $48 billion. Yet My colleagues SOLOMON P. ORTIZ and olutions and recognize that terrorism is a con- the program commodities received federal HENRY BONILLA have said that we need to in- tinuing threat to Israel and to the world. subsidies in the amount of $12–13 billion, the crease the number of immigration judges. The nations who continually work to pass equivalent of 27 percent of their farm-gate They believe that an increase in the number of these anti-Israeli resolutions within the United value. immigration judges will dramatically reduce the Nations General Assembly—must stop their This bill does not change the fact that pro- need for detention facilities. I agree that we rhetoric and instead do something to stop ducers of specialty crops receive no federal need more immigration judges. I also think these attacks. subsidy payments, and instead rely solely on that we need more Board Members for the the market for their income. No new federal Board of Immigration Appeals. Attorney Gen- These nations can no longer be content by price supports, direct payments, marketing eral Ashcroft removed 5 experienced Board sitting on the sidelines and criticizing the ac- loans, or counter-cyclical payments are cre- members a few years ago in a misguided ef- tions of the Israeli government to protect their ated in this bill. fort to increase the productivity of the Board. citizens. A serious federal commitment to this sector, My alien smuggling bill, the CASE Act, or Instead, it is time for these nations to help however, requires a serious level of federal H.R. 2630, will address one of the major im- the Palestinian people who seek a nation that dollars. pediments to gaining control over our borders. is not lead by corrupt leaders who support ter- The bulk of federal expenditures under H.R. The CASE Act would establish a three-point rorism. 3242 would go to a block grant program that program to facilitate the investigation and If these nations really want to see the suc- would distribute federal dollars to interested prosecution, or disruption, of reckless com- cess of the Palestinian people they will not states for research, marketing, promotion, and mercial alien smuggling operations that fea- only condemn these attacks, but they will fi- other competitiveness-enhancing programs for tures incentives, penalty enhancements, and nally begin to work toward ending terrorism their specialty crop industries. These funds are an outreach program. This three-point pro- and the attacks we see in the Middle East and designed to increase consumer awareness gram would provide government investigators around the world. and demand for specialty crop products and

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Vernon fostered jazz in the Bay Area both domestic and foreign markets. go beyond those available in our criminal jus- during the heyday of the Fillmore District and Unfortunately, the bill as amended dras- tice system, I believe that this amendment North Beach jazz scenes of the 1940’s and tically reduced the federal commitment to this goes too far. 50’s. block grant proposal, from $470 million in Specifically, this amendment denies pre-trial Vernon was as dedicated to fighting racism mandatory spending down to $44.5 million in release of terrorist suspects upon a certifi- as he was to his music. He singlehandedly in- discretionary spending. cation from the Attorney General. Denial of tegrated the San Francisco Musicians Union. During the Agriculture Committee’s markup pre-trial release would impede the ability of As chairman of the board of the black musi- of this bill, I attempted to restore merely half the wrongly accused from clearing their name. cians local, he fought for integration of the of the mandatory funds provided under the They would be hampered in their ability to se- City’s jazz clubs, luring most of the white mu- original bill for the block grant program. In lect and meet with counsel, to search for wit- sicians into his local, because they wanted to order to keep the legislation revenue-neutral nesses who could vouch for them, and collect play jazz in the swing clubs. As an accom- from a budgetary standpoint, I offered two their own personal documents and other ef- panist for Ella Fitzgerald, he fought the seg- separate alternative offsets—one based on a fects as evidence which could absolve them. regationist policies of the casinos of Las small, pro rata reduction in direct fixed pay- These concerns are not theoretical. We Vegas. ments to program commodity producers, and need only look to Oregon attorney Brandon A close friend of many San Francisco may- the other based on a bipartisan payment limi- Mayfield who was arrested in May as a sus- ors, he served for years on the San Francisco tations proposal pending in the Senate (S. pect for the horrific terrorist attacks in Madrid Arts Commission and the Human Rights Com- 667). last spring. Mayfield, a former U.S. Army lieu- mission. He was active in the City’s arts com- My amendment to finance the cost of a tenant, was detained for three weeks because munity and hosted two popular radio programs mandatory $220 million per year block grant authorities believed that his fingerprints were and a television show. His good friend, col- program for specialty crops would have re- found on evidence recovered in Madrid. Shod- umnist Herb Caen, whom he first showed duced the annual federal subsidies received dy practices were used to transmit Mayfield’s around town when Caen was a young news- by program crops by merely 1.7 percent. As a fingerprints by U.S. officials to Madrid. The paperman, often mentioned Vernon as a man percent of program crop gross income, this poor quality of those transmitted prints should ‘‘whose smile lights up the town, even on represents a 0.36 percent reduction. Yet even have precluded any positive identification. foggy days.’’ this minuscule reduction encountered strong However, the compulsion to catch the per- Vernon was inducted into the San Francisco resistance by those farm and commodity orga- petrators lead investigators to jump to the con- State University Alumni Hall of Fame in 1997. nizations benefiting from these federal sub- clusion that Mayfield, a Muslim, must have In 2001, when his health was declining, the sidies today. been involved. Only after good quality finger- San Francisco Jazz Festival put together a The inequitable distribution of federal ex- print data was transmitted to Madrid was Mr. 31⁄2 hour tribute called ‘‘The Legacy of Vernon penditures between program commodities and Mayfield cleared. Alley’’ that drew more than a thousand musi- non-subsidized specialty crops must be We need to pass responsible legislation that cians and friends. Later that year, an alley in changed. The United States can no longer af- will be effective in detaining those who seek to a redevelopment project was named ‘‘Vernon ford to short-change the majority of its crop harm this Nation. This amendment includes Alley.’’ producers who rely on market forces—not fed- some provisions that overreach this responsi- We will never forget our most beloved eral program payments—to drive their income. bility. jazzman. With a twinkle in his eyes, an infec- The fact that the current farm bill, enacted in f tious smile, a booming laugh, and his bass 2002, does not expire until 2007 is no excuse ‘‘Baby’’ in hand, he captivated us all. I hope it IN MEMORY OF VERNON ALLEY for not reallocating a small portion of federal is a comfort to his brother, Eddie, his longtime expenditures by less than 2 percent. companion, Loma Ruyter, and his nieces and Some of my colleagues seek to support the HON. NANCY PELOSI nephews that so many friends and fans share specialty crop sector without simultaneously OF CALIFORNIA their grief and are praying for them at this sad disturbing the enormous benefits enjoyed by IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES time. the program commodities. However, federal Saturday, October 9, 2004 f dollars are scarce resources and a more equi- APPLAUDING LOUISVILLE’S table distribution of these limited resources is Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, It is with great JEWISH HOSPITAL long overdue. I hope my colleagues will even- personal sadness and San Francisco’s deep tually agree. sorrow, that I rise to pay tribute to Vernon In the meantime, I urge adoption of this leg- Alley, the most distinguished and beloved jazz HON. ANNE M. NORTHUP islation today and hope that it will lay an effec- musician in San Francisco’s history, who OF KENTUCKY tive foundation for a stronger federal invest- passed away on October 3rd. Vernon honored IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his beloved City by choosing to pass up play- ment in our specialty crop sector in future Saturday, October 9, 2004 years. ing in the big jazz cities of New York and Chi- cago to devote his life to enchanting and in- Mrs. NORTHUP. Mr Speaker I rise today to f spiring generations of San Franciscans. He recognize the incredible accomplishments of 9/11 RECOMMENDATIONS elevated our City with his music and his dedi- one my district’s premier hospitals in the field IMPLEMENTATION ACT cation to racial justice. of medical technology advancements. Jewish A lifelong San Franciscan, Vernon went to Hospital HealthCare Services is a regional SPEECH OF high school with Joe DiMaggio, where he be- network of more than 50 health care facilities came an all-star fullback. His interest in jazz providing services for Kentucky and Southern HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE began as a boy when his parents took him to Indiana residents. It has recently opened the OF TEXAS see jazz pioneer Jelly Roll Morton. He started doors of a ‘‘next generation’’ medical center, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his own group in the 30’s in the Fillmore. In Jewish Hospital Medical Center East, offering Friday, October 8, 2004 1940 he went to New York and joined the Lio- the region’s most advanced outpatient diag- The House in Committee of the Whole nel Hampton Band. Two years later, he be- nostic procedures and treatment options in the House on the State of the Union had under came a member of the Count Basie Orches- areas of outpatient surgery, endoscopy, gen- consideration the bill (H.R. 10) to provide for tra. der-specific medicine, diagnostic medical im- reform of the intelligence community, ter- Vernon Alley knew and played with the aging, cardiopulmonary services, rehab serv- rorism prevention and prosecution, border greatest jazz musicians and performers of his ices and occupational health. security and international cooperation and generation—Duke Ellington, Dizzy Gillespie, Earlier this year, Health and Human Serv- coordination, and for other purposes: Charlie Parker, Erroll Garner, Nat King Cole, ices Secretary Tommy Thompson announced Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Chair- Charles Mingus, Ella Fitzgerald, and Billie Hol- a legislative plan to electronically link health man, the protection of the Nation against ter- iday. records nationwide, part of President Bush’s rorist attacks is foremost on all of our minds. He returned to his beloved San Francisco in call for an electronic health record for every We all agree that we need to identify, detain, 1942. The music scene exploded in the 40’s American in the next 10 years. The aim is to and prosecute those who intend to inflict terror when African Americans moved to San Fran- make patient information available to several

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I would also like to thank Congressman amendment. other indicators, as well as to facilitate re- NEUGEBAUER for working with me on this im- In August and September we saw the ben- search. portant legislation. efit of State and local government collabora- The benefit of linking medical records na- I would like to thank Representatives MARIO tion in the wake of the devastation caused by tionwide is clear: even when you are out of DIAZ-BALART, MELISSA HART, and WALTER the four hurricanes that caused so much dev- town and unable to reach your doctor or hos- JONES for working with me over the past three astation in Florida, Alabama, Georgia, and pital, the staff at any ER or medical facility will Congresses. I would like to thank Minority other southeastern states. This amendment have your medical history available at their fin- Counsel JIM TURNER of the House Science will help to strengthen those collaborations gertips. That can save valuable—possibly life- Committee and Brian Pallasch of the Amer- and help to extend the benefit to all States. saving time. It is the healthcare of the future, ican Society of Civil Engineers for working on f but it’s already happening in Louisville at Jew- this issue tirelessly over the course of the past 9/11 RECOMMENDATIONS ish Hospital. 5 years. IMPLEMENTATION ACT The electronic health records system in Almost 6 years ago, my hometown of Wich- place at Jewish Hospital Medical Center East ita, Kansas, was hit by a F4 tornado which SPEECH OF is now referred to as a ‘‘show-site’’ for medical plowed through the suburb of Haysville, killing technology. Accessing medical records, in the 6, injuring 150, and causing over $140 million HON. MARK UDALL OF COLORADO past, would take anywhere from 30 minutes to in damage. The devastation of this attack mo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES an hour. Now the process is instantaneous. tivated me to try to do something. And according to an HHS report, only 13 per- I put together a bill, my goal—to mitigate Friday, October 8, 2004 cent of hospitals and between 14 and 28 per- loss of life and property due to wind and re- The House in Committee of the Whole cent of physician practices have such comput- lated hazards. House on the State of the Union had under erized patient records. The Louisville facility is, I reviewed comments from the American consideration the bill (H.R. 10) to provide for indeed, ahead of the curve. Society of Civil Engineers, the National Asso- reform of the intelligence community, ter- rorism prevention and prosecution, border I applaud the efforts and advancements in ciation of Home Builders, the insurance indus- medicine pursued by Louisville’s Jewish Hos- security, and international cooperation and try, meteorologists, emergency managers, coordination, and for other purposes: pital and offer them up as a model of health academia, industry, and the manufactured care excellence for the nation. Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Chairman, after housing associations to fine-tune the legisla- the horrific attacks of September 11, Ameri- f tion. cans understand the significance and serious- NATIONAL EARTHQUAKE HAZARDS On May 4, 2003, almost 4 years to the day ness of the 9/11 Commission’s recommenda- REDUCTION PROGRAM REAU- after the deadly 1999 Kansas and Oklahoma tions. Developed in a bipartisan manner after THORIZATION ACT OF 2004 tornadoes, tornadoes touched down in metro long study and debate, the recommendations Kansas City and the surrounding suburbs, as (if implemented) would radically reorganize the SPEECH OF well as in many of my congressional col- intelligence community and unify government leagues’ districts, destroying property, killing efforts to prevent future terrorist attacks. Of HON. DENNIS MOORE and injuring our constituents. OF KANSAS course, once the depth of the failure of our in- These tornadoes did not check with Con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES telligence agencies became clear after 9–11, gress to see if they were hitting Republican or many of us recognized the need for such re- Friday, October 8, 2004 Democratic districts; they are truly an equal form. The question Congress asked the 9–11 Mr. MOORE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support opportunity destroyer. This is not a Republican Commission to answer was—how? of H.R. 2608. Title I of the bill is the National or a Democratic issue; it is a human issue, We got an answer in the form of the 9–11 Earthquake Hazards Reduction Program Re- and it is a human tragedy. These windstorms Commission report. The Commission put forth authorization Act and Title II is the National destroy lives; I have seen it in my own district forty-one in depth recommendations to serve Windstorm Impact Reduction Act. Both of and know many of my colleagues have seen as a proposed blueprint for intelligence reform. these sections passed by the House sepa- it in theirs. While I believe Congress should not nec- rately earlier this year. f essarily rubber-stamp the Commission’s work, I want to acknowledge the leadership of Re- I also believe that we should honor the bipar- search Subcommittee Chairman SMITH and my 9/11 RECOMMENDATIONS tisan spirit of the Commission by working in a colleague from Washington, Mr. BAIRD, in in- IMPLEMENTATION ACT similarly bipartisan way to reach agreement on troducing and championing the National Earth- the best way to implement the recommenda- SPEECH OF quake Hazards Reduction Program. tions. The National Earthquake Hazards Reduc- HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE That is what has been so deeply dis- tion Program—often called NEHRP—was es- OF TEXAS appointing about the process in the House. While the Senate—through an open and delib- tablished 25 years ago to address the serious IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES seismic hazards in the United States. The pro- erative process—reached agreement on a gram has the primary goal of determining how Friday, October 8, 2004 substantive bill that reflects the views of both to lower the risk to people and to the built en- The House in Committee of the Whole parties, the Commission, and the families of vironment. House on the State of the Union had under 9–11 victims, the House has played shameful Most observers of NEHRP believe it has consideration the bill (H.R. 10) to provide for politics with intelligence reform. made many valuable contributions toward ad- reform of the intelligence community, ter- The Republican bill (H.R. 10) only fully im- vancing understanding of earthquake proc- rorism prevention and prosecution, border plements eleven of the 41 recommendations esses and in developing detailed information security, and international cooperation and of the 9–11 Commission, while it ignores coordination, and for other purposes: about the geographic distribution of earth- some of the most important Commission rec- quake risk. Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Chair- ommendations. For instance, it fails to give the Equally important, the program has helped man, I rise today to support this amendment National Intelligence Director sufficient author- to improve engineering design and practice for that will help to facilitate emergency prepared- ity over the budgets and personnel of intel- structures and lifelines suitable for earthquake ness between the Federal Government and ligence agencies. It fails to include a strong prone regions. the States. This amendment instructs the Di- National Counterterrorism Center. It fails to H.R. 2608 focuses on strengthening NEHRP rector of the Federal Emergency Management strengthen the Nunn-Lugar programs and by reinvigorating program leadership and by Agency to develop emergency preparedness other nonproliferation programs to secure nu- increasing program emphasis on transitioning compacts for acts of terrorism, disasters, and clear materials around the world. It fails to cre- the results of research to practice. emergencies throughout the Nation. Specifi- ate an integrated border screening system to When I first introduced Title II of H.R. 2608 cally, this will require the identification and cat- improve security at our borders. It fails to im- 5 years ago, I modeled it after the NEHRP aloging of emergency response capabilities prove communications for first responders. It program because of its success over the past from Federal-State collaborations and from the fails to create a government-wide Civil Lib- 30 plus years. Federal Government. It also shares examples erties Oversight Board to review the use of in- I would like to thank Chairman BOEHLERT for of best practices between responders at the telligence powers and address civil liberties following through on his promise to mark up State, local, and Federal levels. No obligations concerns. The list goes on.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00093 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.461 E11PT1 E1960 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 Meanwhile, the bill includes dozens of extra- reform and improve our security and intel- sources. The fight against hunger must target neous provisions that the Commission did not ligence structure. rural populations in developing countries. recommend and that are opposed by the The Houston area, of which I represent part The World Food Summit and the first Millen- Commission, families of 9–11 victims, human of, meets every single criteria for critical infra- nium Development Goal, MDG, aim to reduce rights and civil liberties groups, and some by structure terrorist targets—14 of 14—we are a the number of hungry by 2015. the White House itself. The provisions include perfect storm of terrorist targets. Texas shares Increasing a population’s productivity lends new authority allowing the President to com- about half of its borders with International in- itself to community development and access pletely undo the intelligence reforms passed terests—Mexico and The Gulf of Mexico— to resources. These resources can be used to by Congress, expedited removal of undocu- leaving us even more vulnerable and facing facilitate agricultural and educational pro- mented immigrants without judicial review, rev- some unique security needs. grams, which from people can learn and teach ocation of visas, exceptions to the UN Con- Houston and surrounding areas are ripe for themselves to grow. As a result, healthy vention Against Torture, and allowing the U.S. trade, are magnets for the petrochemical in- women are more likely to pass on these posi- government to spy on individuals without prov- dustry, have been thriving agriculture regions tive aspects to their children. ing they are connected to a foreign govern- and remain the center of activities for the en- In 1943, President Franklin D. Roosevelt ment or terrorist group, among others. ergy, banking and many other industries. We took the initiative to address concerns about These extraneous provisions aren’t just ob- have ports and airports large and small, world hunger. He assembled 44 governments jectionable because of their content—they are NASA, many tourist attractions, and an envi- in Hot Springs, VA, to establish a permanent objectionable because at a time when we ronment that invites businesses large and organization for food and agriculture. Two most need to think of country before politics, small. All these things make our area wonder- years later that assembly became the FAO— the Food and Agriculture Organization of the to find ways to come together to make our ful to live in but at the same time make it a United Nations. country safer, not ways to further divide us, higher potential target for terrorism and disas- Since its establishment in 1945, FAO has ters. Greater risk area because of our size, the Republican leadership is more interested committed itself to raising levels of nutrition, population, not only in urban core but also in in scoring political points than in passing re- improving agricultural productivity, for the bet- outlying areas geographically and population sponsible legislation. terment of people residing in rural areas. Each density. Even so, I am voting for H.R. 10 today be- year on October 16, FAO’s commemorates its H.R. 10 is about protecting our interests at cause I believe that we need intelligence re- founding with World Food Day (WFD). The home and abroad and protecting our way of form. This bill does not go far enough to pro- theme for 2004, ‘‘Biodiversity for Food Secu- tect the American people, but it is better than life. It would be irresponsible to not act. I’d like rity,’’ addresses biodiversity’s role in ensuring no reform at all. The good news is that the to take a few minutes to talk about a few pro- that people have sustainable access to Senate—by a 96–2 vote—produced a bipar- visions in this bill which I think are particularly enough high-quality food to lead active and tisan bill that should help strengthen the Sen- important: healthy lives, www.fao.org/wfd. ate’s hand (and the voice of reason) in the Taking serious action to strengthen our bor- More than 150 countries observe World conference committee. With the President ders—doubling border patrol agents—trippling Food Day. Numerous activities take place on supporting the Senate bill and every Repub- immigration agents. this day to promote awareness within the lican in the Senate voting for it, it seems to me To seriously restructure our intelligence United States. Examples of these are the that House Republicans’ misguided criticisms community and truly making the way we do World Prize Award Ceremony and Symposium of the bill in conference won’t carry much business more intelligent. in Des Moines; hundreds of WFD teleconfer- weight. Sending more targeted First Responder ence sites at colleges across America and at I am optimistic that the conference report grants to where the real threats are and sup- U.S. Embassies around the world; ‘‘Res- will more closely reflect the Senate bill. As 9/ porting the folks on the ground who are our taurants against Hunger’’ in New York, Wash- 11 Commissioners Thomas Kean and Lee own front line. Our colleges and community ington, DC, San Francisco, Los Angeles, Chi- Hamilton wrote in the Washington Post last colleges and first responders throughout the cago and Boston; 2204 CROP walks spon- month, ‘‘We should not wait until another [in- state and their ability to quickly respond to sored by Church World Service in some 2,000 telligence] failure takes place, until another local needs make our area an excellent model communities. Jacques Diouf, Director General commission has a task as somber as ours. for delivery of training. of FAO will keynote observances at the United We welcome refinements to our recommenda- Treating terrorists like terrorists and not giv- Nations in New York on October 18 and at tions through the legislative process. But the ing them free U.S. vacation visas and asylum. Howard University’s Law School on Tuesday, time has come to act.’’ Cracking down on terrorists—whether acting October 19. H.R. 10 is not the legislative refinement alone or state sponsored or some guerrilla re- While conflict and harsh climate—the more Commissioners Kean and Hamilton had in gime—knocking the wind from their sails and publicized conditions—often create hunger mind, nor is it mine. But it is a start. As the taking our country—our way of life—back. emergencies; chronic malnutrition claims the legislative process continues, I will do all I can We stand for freedom and democracy and majority of the lives lost in the battle against to help move the bill in the right direction. I terrorism targets these values—the things this hunger. The world possesses the capabilities hope my colleagues across the aisle will do nation hold most dearly. We need to act now to alleviate hunger. Lacking are stabilized gov- the same. At a time when our security is at to protect our families and our way of life. ernments in developing areas and proper dis- risk, Congress must set politics aside and f tribution of desperately needed materials, where it be food, medication, or equipment. pass intelligence reform legislation that will SUPPORT OF WORLD FOOD DAY truly make America safer. The U.S. Alliance Against Hunger is working f on the following: making hunger an election HON. BARBARA LEE issue, helping develop the International Alli- 9/11 RECOMMENDATIONS OF CALIFORNIA ance Against Hunger and encouraging busi- IMPLEMENTATION ACT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ness, religious and nongovernmental organiza- tions to build the public will to overcome hun- Saturday, October 9, 2004 SPEECH OF ger. HON. KEVIN BRADY Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on be- The International Alliance Against Hunger, half of myself and Mr. PAYNE to recognize IAAH, assists in building national alliances OF TEXAS World Food Day on October 16. around the globe. These alliances composed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES It is imperative to reflect on one of the of governments, international organizations, Friday, October 8, 2004 greatest problems facing humanity today, hun- civil society organizations and the private sec- The House in Committee of the Whole ger. Statistics show that close to a billion peo- tor work to raise public awareness about the House on the State of the Union had under ple around the globe suffer from the effects of 2015 hunger goal. Eighty-four countries have consideration the bill (H.R. 10) to provide for hunger and malnutrition. Sixteen thousand expressed interested in being part of this glob- reform of the intelligence community, ter- children die daily of hunger-related illnesses. al effort. rorism prevention and prosecution, border The United Nations Hunger Task Force esti- Individual governments must do more to in- security, and international cooperation and mates that, globally, 50 percent of hungry peo- dicate change of these staggering numbers. coordination, and for other purposes: ple are in farm households; 22 percent are the Bread for the World estimates, that Congress’ Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Chairman, I rise rural landless; 20 percent are urban; and 8 bipartisan agreement increased poverty-fo- in strong support of this measure which would percent are directly dependent on natural re- cused development assistance by nearly 30

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00094 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.465 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1961 percent in 2003. The Millennium Challenge fense for International Security Affairs, has ventional warrants or wire taps. The unfortu- Account, MCA, has provided new hope to se- talked about the need to supplement our mili- nate inclusion of these and other extraneous lected countries. Sadly, appropriations for the tary might with ‘‘soft power’’—efforts to win the provisions threatens civil rights and civil lib- MCA have been cut in half in 2004 by the world’s hearts and minds with our values and erties and endangers the future of intelligence president’s request, and neither the President culture. Successfully exercising this type of reform. I look forward to addressing some of nor Congress is currently keeping the prom- power requires that we pursue many fronts, in- these issues during the amendment process ises they have made. These funds must be re- cluding international diplomacy, democracy- and urge conferees to reject any provisions sorted in order to make progress against building, cultural exchanges, economic devel- which would threaten the bipartisan, bicameral worldwide hunger. opment, educational initiatives and commu- response that the 9/11 Commission’s report In closing Mr. Speaker, we stand in full sup- nication about our values and ideals. requires. port of World Food Day and the efforts of the To win the ideological battle being waged in I am pleased that we will have the oppor- international community to end hunger the world today, we have to offer an alter- tunity to vote on a substitute offered by the throughout the world. native to the hopelessness and despair that gentleman from New Jersey, Mr. MENENDEZ, f the likes of Osama bin Laden and al-Qaida and I urge all of my colleagues to support its prey upon. There are millions of young people passage. The Menendez substitute is based 9/11 RECOMMENDATIONS in the Islamic world who are hungry for hope on the bipartisan McCain-Lieberman-Collins IMPLEMENTATION ACT and opportunity, and it is in our interest to legislation, which has the support of the 9/11 show them that hope lies in freedom, liberty Commission, the White House and families of SPEECH OF and democracy—not in extremism and hate. the 9/11 victims. This amendment addresses HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN In doing this, we take a major step towards all 41 of the Commission’s recommendations, OF RHODE ISLAND ensuring that we win the long-term war on ter- and does so without adding controversial and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ror. divisive provisions that jeopardize the broad- As the 9/11 Commission so eloquently put based support the recommendations have gar- Friday, October 8, 2004 it: ‘‘We need to defend our ideals abroad vig- nered. The House in Committee of the Whole orously. If the United States does not act ag- I am deeply disappointed that the House House on the State of the Union had under gressively to define itself in the Islamic world, leadership has denied the minority a voice in consideration the bill (H.R. 10) to provide for the extremists will gladly do the job for us.’’ drafting this bill, and I urge my colleagues to reform of the intelligence community, ter- While H.R. 10 does not implement all of the support the Menendez substitute to correct rorism prevention and prosecution, border Commission’s recommendations in this regard, these problems. However, should it fail, I am security, and international cooperation and I am pleased that our nation is finally taking coordination, and for other purposes: confident that we will be able to improve this an important step toward bolstering its stature legislation in negotiations with the Senate and Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in in the world. I am hopeful that the Conference the White House so that we may provide the support of this measure, not because I en- Committee will adopt stronger provisions from type of reform that the American people de- dorse all of its provisions, but because I be- the Senate bill regarding our efforts in Afghan- serve. lieve that Congress must act swiftly to reform istan, public diplomacy initiatives, educational f our intelligence community and to protect our and cultural exchange programs, and eco- homeland. nomic development initiatives. THE DEBT WE OWE OUR WOUNDED As a member of the House Armed Services With regard to domestic security, the meas- Committee, I believe H.R. 10 does not go far ure before us today takes some major steps HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF enough to establish a National Intelligence Di- forward. As recommended by the Commis- OF CALIFORNIA rector with real authority. I agree that we must sion, the bill calls for the creation of a stronger IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES provide the Department of Defense and our biometric entry-exit screening system, global Saturday, October 9, 2004 men and women in uniform with the military standards for security systems, a transpor- intelligence needed to be successful, an as- tation security strategy for all sectors, and im- Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, in his 1917 sertion that 9/11 Commission Vice Chairman proved prescreening of airline passengers. poem, Disabled, the British poet Wilfred Lee Hamilton accepted even though it was not H.R. 10 also moves closer to a threat-based Owen, whose haunting verse brought the hor- specifically addressed in the report. At the formula for distribution of first responder ror of the First World War to millions through- same time, if we do not grant the NID true au- grants, an important change in the way we out the English-speaking world, described the thority over our intelligence assets, we run the fund state and local preparedness efforts. Un- loneliness and emptiness of a soldier who had risk of adding another layer of bureaucracy fortunately, the bill falls short of several critical lost his leg in war. that complicates, not simplifies, the challenges goals, among which are protecting privacy in Alone, in a wheelchair by a window, the sol- facing our system. information-sharing, ensuring spectrum and dier remembers all that he has lost and how Furthermore, I am disappointed that H.R. 10 equipment for public safety interoperable com- the cheers that accompanied his departure for is largely silent in addressing the threat of nu- munications, enhancing private sector pre- the front were not so loud upon his return— clear weapons proliferation. There is no great- paredness, and improving the way we track how er danger to our homeland than the possibility terrorist travel and financing. only a solemn man who brought him fruits of a nuclear weapon being smuggled into our Most disappointingly, H.R. 10 undertakes a Thanked him; and then enquired about his country by terrorists. Russia and many former number of controversial immigration modifica- soul. Soviet republics retain nuclear material that is tions not recommended by the 9/11 Commis- Today thousands of young Americans face not appropriately safeguarded, and the United sion and not found in the Senate legislation, many of the same challenges of the young States must lead an international effort to which passed earlier this week by a resound- amputee in Owen’s poem. Thanks to vastly track down, lock up and destroy those poten- ing vote of 96–2. The inclusion of these divi- improved battlefield medicine and body armor, tially deadly weapons. Unfortunately, an sive sections will likely slow down the upcom- fewer of our troops in Iraq and Afghanistan die amendment offered in committee by the gen- ing conference and delay implementation of from their wounds than in any of America’s tlewoman from California, Mrs. TAUSCHER, and the many beneficial parts of this legislation. previous wars. But this improved survival rate the gentleman from South Carolina, Mr. One worrisome provision of H.R. 10 strips does not come without a price: Thousands of SPRATT, was blocked from consideration. from the courts their traditional judicial over- young Americans are returning home para- On a more positive note, this legislation ap- sight in many immigration cases and may re- lyzed or without limbs. More than 7,000 Ameri- propriately recognizes the need to enhance quire automatic deportation of noncitizens, cans have been wounded in Iraq according to our human intelligence capabilities and cre- even if they will face torture in the country to the Defense Department and many hundreds ates a national counterterrorism center to co- which they are sent. Not only is this provision more have been wounded in Afghanistan. ordinate interagency intelligence efforts. a violation of the International Convention Last month, when I visited our troops in I am also heartened that H.R. 10 heeds the Against Torture, it is morally unacceptable and Iraq, I spent some time at a military field hos- Commission’s call to enhance America’s risks further damaging America’s image in the pital near Baghdad. It was a deeply moving image in the world and prevent the rise and world. experience to confront the costs of war. Two recruitment of future terrorists. Dr. Joseph In addition, the bill expands the use of se- weeks ago, I shared with this House a discus- Nye, the former dean of the Kennedy School cret intelligence court orders, which can be sion I had had with two young Marines whose of Government and Assistant Secretary of De- issued under a far lower standard than con- armored Humvee had been blown up by a

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00095 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.469 E11PT1 E1962 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 roadside bomb. Nearby there was another sol- 5057, which will expand the Army’s innovative Congress. She was a policy consultant/writer dier whose spine had been severed by shrap- Disabled Soldier Support System to all of the for President Carter’s National Advisory Com- nel. He was unconscious when I was there, military services. The bill was introduced by mittee for Women (1978–79) and co-authored but his doctor told me that he will be a quad- my colleagues, Mr. RUPPERSBERGER, Mr. the official report of the committee’s Houston riplegic for the rest of his life. HOYER, and Mr. JONES, and enjoys support on conference. She also co-authored Gender We have asked so much from the young both sides of the aisle. The DS3 program has Gap: Bella Abzug’s Guide to Political Power people we send into battle and they have the helped more than 200 severely wounded sol- for American Women (1984); Women and right to expect that if they are wounded that diers to adjust to their new lives, but there are Government: New Ways to Political Power we as a nation and as a people will be there thousands more who need help. (1994), and Women’s Foreign Policy Directory for them. That is the covenant that we have We must also rely on the generosity of the (1988). In 1990 she co-founded Women’s En- made with them. American people to help wounded soldiers. vironment and Development Organization with The vast majority of our most severely Local communities, service clubs, religious Bella, and remained involved with WEDO until wounded will receive cutting-edge medical congregations, schools and individuals can her death. Mim leaves her beloved husband, care; many will convalesce right here in the pitch in to help new veterans. Medical profes- Harry, two daughters, Karli and Laura, and Washington area at Walter Reed or the Be- sionals, social workers, and therapists can vol- five grandchildren. thesda Naval Hospital. During my visits to unteer to help until we can get the VA medical Many people spoke movingly at a memorial Walter Reed I have been impressed by the system into shape. Contractors can donate service held for Mim on August 17, 2004, and work of the doctors, nurses and therapists their services to remodel homes for soldiers I have already included some of their tributes who are doing a marvelous job for the troops who are paralyzed or have lost a limb. Auto- in the RECORD. To honor Mim’s memory, I am pleased to offer some additional statements there, many of who stay for months as they mobile dealers can donate vehicles that are given that day: recover from their wounds and begin a new modified for the needs of their new owners. Robin Morgan: ‘‘I wrote down a few life—often with prosthetic limbs. Students can volunteer their time to run er- thoughts, because I could almost hear Mim Many of the troops who are treated at Wal- rands, do laundry or just visit with these he- ter Reed or Bethesda are discharged from the saying, ‘‘Don’t wing it,’’ and adding, ‘‘Quote roes, many of whom are only a few years me every chance you get.’’ military shortly after leaving the hospital. As older than they are. When Harry kindly asked me to say a few they continue their recovery most of these Mr. Speaker, no American who has served words today, the first thing I thought of was former soldiers will still require medical treat- this Nation in the armed services and been Mim’s lifelong love affair with words. Others ment, physical therapy, and counseling. Some grievously wounded should ever be left to have noted—as history will—the many details will need care for the rest of their lives. stare out a window and dream of a life that of her early, continued, consistently principled For many veterans, especially the severely could have been. We are a stronger, prouder life, starting with political engagement even as wounded, navigating the labyrinthine bureauc- and more grateful nation than that. a young girl and intensifying across the dec- racy of the Department of Veterans Affairs is f ades: the social-justice and labor and civil a frustrating challenge in itself. Yet, even as IN HONOR OF MIM KELBER rights and peace and feminist and environ- the VA is taking on thousands of newly dis- mental organizations she founded, cofounded, abled veterans, the largest such group since and participated in with never-lessening com- Vietnam, three VA hospitals are slated for clo- HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY mitment—and always more than slightly ahead sure, while another eight will be partially OF NEW YORK of the curve. closed. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Of course, just as it was difficult to speak of The backlog of disability claims is growing Saturday, October 9, 2004 Bella Abzug without speaking of Mim, so the and now exceeds 330,000, while the backlog reverse is true. They met in the 1930s: young of veterans claims pending before the Board Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay girls in high school. As Mim herself wrote: of Veterans Appeals has nearly doubled in the tribute to Mim Kelber once again. When Mim ‘‘Bella was class president and already a fear- last four years. Even though it now takes the passed away this summer, we lost a woman less leader, and I was shy and hung out in the VA about 160 days to process a claim—more whose clear vision and verbal acumen helped library. She was an active young religious Zi- than 5 months, the Administration wants to cut change the world. A brilliant writer, Mim used onist—I was an atheist marching in radical 500 claims processors in FY 2005. her facility with words to inspire supporters of May Day parades.’’ Later, they were both in I see no reason why, at a time when we the feminist, labor and environmental move- the first class to enter tuition-free Hunter Col- should be adding to the VA’s 162 medical fa- ments, among others. lege’s new Park Ave. building where—Mim’s cilities, we are shutting them down. In a sur- Mim became friends with Bella Abzug when words again: ‘‘Bella majored in political vey released in March of last year by the they were still in high school, and they at- science and was president of the Student American Legion, patients wait an average of tended Hunter College together. At Hunter, Council—I was a journalism major, news edi- seven months to see a primary care physician Mim became editor of the Hunter Bulletin tor of the Hunter Bulletin—and still shy.’’ Over at VA facilities and more than half reported while Bella was elected president of the stu- their lifetimes, Mimi and Bella loomed as gi- that they had an appointment postponed by dent body. From 1943 to 1955, Mim was na- ants in virtually every progressive movement the VA, with an average wait of an additional tional news editor and Washington Bureau of the time and—with all due respect to their 21⁄2 months. Chief of Federated Press, a national syn- beloved husbands (Harry; and the late Mar- When they finally receive care at VA facili- dicated labor news service. She covered the tin)— they were like a 20th-century version of ties, some of our veterans receive sub- founding meeting of the United Nations in San a ‘‘Boston marriage’’: joined in political cre- standard care. In April of this year, an ABC Francisco, and the labor movement, as well as ativity and dedication, their relationship illumi- News aired investigation of two VA facilities in Congress and the White House. She was an nated by laughter, trust, incredibly hard work, the Cleveland area, found dirty bathrooms, editor/writer for Science and Medicine from dauntingly long hours, the familiarity and abil- halls filled with dirty linens, unclean examina- 1958 to 1970, leaving that position after Bella ity to finish each others’ sentences, HUGE tion rooms, and memos discussing broken was elected to Congress (1971–78). fights, and makings-up. In sum, a lasting polit- sterilization machines. Former patients spoke Mim served as Bella’s executive assistant ical and personal dynamic duo, an historic— of insensitive staff who often ignored patient and chief speechwriter, co-edited Bella’s Con- and certainly odd—couple. It’s no exaggera- needs; one woman spoke of patients begging gressional newsletter and was her policy ad- tion to say that they were the Elizabeth Cady for food and water. viser on women, foreign policy, urban affairs Stanton and Susan B. Anthony of our time. As bad as conditions were before, they are and civil liberties. Family life was always of Personally, I never fully realized, just how likely to be worse now as the influx of wound- paramount importance to Mim, and she in- challenging it had been for Mimi to write ed from Iraq grows. In August alone, more sisted on working out of Bella’s New York of- speeches or statements for Bella—for years— than 1,100 U.S. troops were wounded. fice, so she could remain in her Brooklyn until I tried it for the first time myself. I just The treatment of those wounded in battle is apartment with her husband, Harry Kelber, a about killed myself, draft after draft, revision a good measure of a nation, and Congress, labor journalist and educator, and their two after revision. Finally, Bella approved the text. and the president must take corrective action daughters. ‘‘It’s OK,’’ she shrugged, ‘‘but it sure ain’t now. I realize that fixing a problem of the mag- In 1974, Mim chaired the Media Committee Mimi.’’ nitude of that facing our veterans cannot hap- of the National Women’s Political Caucus and Nor were speeches all Mim penned, with pen overnight, but we can begin now. The directed a national media campaign, Win With and for Bella—but also on her own. Books. Ar- House should do is to pass immediately H.R. Women, a major effort to elect more women to ticles. Manifestos. Reports. Position papers.

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My Abzug’s partner during and after the congres- lenge from the world’s women to government only regret is that the world’s sufferings and sional years, she was for most of us the per- officials, the UN, and the World Bank to shape her resolve to alleviate them left too little time son to consult with on the most difficult ques- the official Rio platform and subsequent global for her to write all the novels that shy girl in tions of political strategy on war and peace, policy documents. To lobby for this com- the library had dreamed of writing. women and policy. prehensive agenda, WEDO established the Because her passion was not confined to One depended on Mim, who never asked Women’s Caucus, bringing together women politics, Mim was one of two or three Amer- anything for herself. Wise, discerning, in- from North and South, East and West, in a ican political activists I have ever known to formed, Mim was above all a great writer and systematic and participatory mechanism for read serious literature—even poetry, even editor. She turned the most difficult issues into bringing women’s experiences and voices into contemporary poetry—for pure pleasure. We the clearest arguments, the most vivid para- UN processes. The results were extraor- sometimes snuck away for a quiet coffee at graphs. dinary—a whole chapter devoted to gender various conferences, and could be seen whis- She did not (so far as I know) finish her equality and, for the first time, formal recogni- pering secretly, almost guiltily, in corners. book, Women and War, but Harry, her de- tion of women’s central role in achieving sus- Were we discussing conference takeovers, voted husband, beloved ally and champion, tainable development. purges, devious amendments? No. We were also our guide, gave us the gift of her publica- By the time I joined WEDO in the fall of talking about Milton and Donne and Seamus tions, The Bella Abzug Reader, and also her 1999, more than a year after Bella’s death, the Heaney; about Kafka, Mann, the Brontes, novel, A Pride of Women. burden and responsibility for ensuring the on- Mary Shelley, Aphra Behn, Hawthorne, Wolfe, We will miss her every day, and have for- going work of the organization had fallen to a Twain, Faulkner—and especially and always, ever the legacy of her bold vision, her stead- very committed core of the Board of Directors Mim’s greatest favorite, Jane Austen. That fast commitment to goodness, justice, environ- and the staff—all of whom were guided on a taste for understatement was reflected in mental sanity, and complete respect and love day to day basis by Mim. But Mim was al- Mim’s own sharp wit—which was sometimes for the people she loved, all the people of ready experiencing severe hearing loss and so dry it could pucker. She could get de- earth. other physical ailments. And the world, too, pressed, yes, and be bitter, too—at the state June Zeitlin: ‘‘I had the good fortune to work had changed—despite her great and steadfast of the world, at stupidity, cruelty, cupidity, vio- with Mim over a period of almost 30 years— faith in the United Nations, she kept saying— lence, hypocrisy, and at, as she growled once, first, as a young lawyer working in Bella’s ’’We have so many words on paper—we don’t ‘‘A bit too much so-called pragmatic com- Congressional office in Washington. We would need any more words—we need actions!’’ But promise.’’ But her anger and even, at times, always send our statements up to New York she herself was unable to join in the ‘‘actions’’ despair was rooted in a brilliant grasp of his- for Mim to look at—I didn’t know her well then which left her deeply frustrated and sometimes tory, and a too-rare capacity for irony. This but I knew the work better be up to her high discouraged. surfaced again during the one of the last con- standards! Yet Mim was a giant—we have all drawn in- versations I had with her, when she was in the Inside the Carter Administration, I watched spiration from her lifetime commitment to ac- hospital. We were talking by phone about the Bella and Mim and others transform the Na- tivism and her prodigious work. We have lost framers of the Constitution, and I made a tional Commission on the Observance of Inter- several of our giants in recent years—Bella, passing reference to the familiar quote of Abi- national Women’s Year into a radical force for Patsy Mink, earlier this year Millie Jeffries, and gail Adams to her husband John, to ‘‘remem- change. We still cherish its publications, which now Mim. As she wrote in her novel, ‘‘God- ber the ladies.’’ Then, out of nowhere—or, Mim not only wrote but infused with such far dess help me!’’ But these were women and rather, out of pain, fragility, and that fading ranging ideas, we could go back to them Mim was a woman ‘‘who would never give up memory we’re all prone to—Mim sighed, today. and never give in.’’ We at WEDO will continue ‘‘Yeah, but,’’ then suddenly snapped back with Their active involvement in international their work and their fight—and make it our John Adams’ far-too-little known response to women’s year activities and the nascent global fight—and we are committed to never give up Abigail’s plea: ‘‘Depend upon it we know bet- women’s movement led Bella and Mim to and never give in until we have achieved a ter than to repeal our masculine systems.’’ focus more of their attention on both US for- peaceful and healthy planet with human rights In a culture cheapened by relentless com- eign policy and global policy in general. See- for all.’’ mercial cheer and prone to instant, superficial ing that it was mostly men who were making Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me fixes and fake spiritual grace, her acerbic intel- foreign policy and the policies that even at that in celebrating the life of Mim Kelber, a remark- lect was bracing in its integrity. Even when time weren’t working so well (at least if you able woman whose words will continue to in- discouraged, though, she never stopped push- were female or happened to be poor), they spire future generations. ing boundaries throughout her rich, full, con- formed the Women’s Foreign Policy Council to f sistently principled life. Perhaps because she show the news media and foreign policy com- had already been a fierce, uncompromising munity that there were many women with ex- ARMY 1ST LIEUTENANT TYLER atheist when so young, she knew early on that pertise to draw on as well. BROWN there was no need to hope for any better Mim and Bella saw the 1990s and particu- heaven—and no need to fear any worse larly the Earth Summit at Rio as an oppor- HON. PHIL GINGREY hells—than what life itself offers. So she delib- tunity to bring women—with their unique and OF GEORGIA erately faced into it and lived it utterly, in all diverse experiences, perspectives and voices IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to the critical issues of war and peace, envi- its bleakness and all its glory. About this Mim Saturday, October 9, 2004 was never shy. ronmental degradation, social and economic She leaves a trail of light behind her, for us justice and of course women’s rights. To- Mr. GINGREY. Mr. Speaker, I rise this to read by and see our way by, in her political gether, they founded a new organization—the evening to pay homage to the life of a fallen legacy, and in her cherished, well crafted Women’s Environment and Development Or- American hero, U.S. Army 1st Lieutenant Tyler words. ganization—WEDO and We Do! Hall Brown of Atlanta, Georgia. Lieutenant Our deep gratitude to Harry, their daughters, This is not an organization about the envi- Brown was killed by sniper fire on September and the rest of her family, for having shared ronment in the traditional sense. To Bella and 14, 2004 in Ar Ramadi, Iraq, a town 70 miles Mim Kelber with us—and with history.’’ Mim, it was the planet! And their goal was a west of Baghdad. Tyler was leading his unit Blanche Wissen Cook: ‘‘Modest and too peaceful and healthy planet and human rights on a reconnaissance patrol in the Iraqi town often anonymous, Mim Kelber had the best for all. Joining with amazing women leaders when he and his unit were ambushed by in- ideas, wrote the best speeches, the most from around the world—Wangari Mathai, surgents. He was a heroic leader to his men searching essays, the most valuable political Peggy Antrobus, Vandana Shiva, Chief Bisi even until his passing as he, though mortally analyses. Ogunleye, Thais Coral and many others, they wounded by the sniper’s shot, was able to Mentor and guide, I learned something im- brought 1500 women from 83 countries to give a warning to his men, preventing any oth- portant from Mim every time we spoke on the Miami in 1991 for the World Women’s Con- ers from being injured.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00097 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.476 E11PT1 E1964 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 His fellow officer, Captain Daniel M. Gade and the medals that had been earned by the operates a respected successful business, has considered Lieutenant Brown one of the finest ultimate sacrifice were placed into the hands educated its children and grandchildren, and officers he’d known, saying that he was an in- of his father. Steve, as the video pictures reflect, is a per- sonal friend of Senators, Congressmen and spirational leader, both on and off the field of The heavy rain that fell down that day was other government leaders—the American battle who during numerous enemy contacts, fitting to the somber mood created by this dream coming true. was calm, leading his men with bravery and loss. Tyler Brown was a young man, a son, a Second, the story illustrates the unique aplomb. He loved his men, and they loved him brother, a friend, an officer, a leader who left glory of this wonderful country which takes, in return. this world with so much potential and so much in the words on the Statue of Liberty, ‘‘the That is how Tyler lived life, a born leader, a ahead of him. tired, the poor, the wretched refuse of a born officer that had a passion for people and His brother Brent said that Tyler ‘‘died for teeming shore’’ and offers them the golden a passion for life. His leadership qualities were the country he loved, doing what he wanted to opportunity to enjoy freedom and to use identified early. While President of his high their talents and energy to be whatever they do. He lived well and died a hero. He lived life can be. school senior class at Woodward Academy, to the fullest, he truly did. He became a role Hillel said: ‘‘Do not separate yourself from his classmates considered him a politician in model to me.’’ the community. Be involved and be a part of the making; patriotic, red, white and blue to Mr. Speaker, Tyler Brown in his life and in the community.’’ Steve is the paradigm of the core; and figured he could even become his death has become a role model to me, a Hillel’s concept. President of the United Stated some day. role model for all of us. I salute his service to Steve is in numerous Jewish organizations, After high school, Tyler proudly followed in our nation, the love he showed to his family not just as a member, but as an active, in- the footsteps of his father, Carey and his older and all those with whom he came into contact. volved leader. I will tick off a few: brother, Brent to Georgia Tech, which is my First, naturally, I will mention AIPAC— We know that he is in a better place now and Steve is on the National Executive com- alma mater. At Georgia Tech, Tyler served as pray this knowledge will provide some meas- mittee and the Houston Advisory Council. President of the Student Government Associa- ure of comfort for his family in the days ahead. He also has served or currently serves on tion for the 1999–2000 academic year, a posi- Mr. and Mrs. Brown along with the entire the board of directors of these organizations: tion that his father had also held while in Brown family are to be commended and hon- The Republican Jewish Coalition; school. His hard work, dedication, and com- ored for their sacrifice and my thoughts and The Jewish Institute for National Security mitment to inclusion inspired fellow students to prayers remain with them as they endure this Affairs (JINSA); become more involved on campus and to get difficult time. The Institute of Hebraic Christian Studies; the most out of their college days. Tyler grad- State of Israel Bonds (Steve has been f President of the Prime Ministers Club); uated in 2001 with dual Bachelor of Science Ben-Gurion University of the Negev; degrees in management and in history, society TRIBUTE TO STEVEN J. Congregation Beth Yeshurun; and technology. Commissioned from the FINKELMAN. Holocaust Museum of Houston (Steve has ROTC program at Georgia Tech, he earned served on the Board of Directors or Advisory paratrooper’s wings and completed the rig- HON. JOHN ABNEY CULBERSON Board since the inception of that organiza- tion); orous Army Ranger training course before OF TEXAS joining the Army’s 1st Battalion, 9th Infantry Anti-Defamation League; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Regiment, 2nd Infantry, based at Camp Hovey Jewish Federation of Greater Houston; Saturday, October 9, 2004 Camp Young Judaea; in Tongduchon City, Korea. University of Texas at Austin Hillel. Tyler was among 3,600 troops of the Army’s Mr. CULBERSON. Mr. Speaker, on May 2, I could go on, but that gives you the idea. 2nd Infantry Division deployed to Iraq in early 2004, Steven J. Finkelman received the Steve has won awards from the Jewish September from South Korea. He had only Southwest Achievement Award from the Federation of Houston, Hillel, State of Israel been in Iraq 2 weeks when he was killed. American Israel Public Affairs Committee, and Bonds, and Yad Vashem, the Holocaust Mu- Tyler had been approved for service in the I am proud to memorialize here in the CON- seum in Israel. He spent a year studying and working in Army’s famous 3rd Infantry Regiment, known GRESSIONAL RECORD the accolades Steven re- Israel. He’s been to Israel 16 times. as the Old Guard, one of the oldest and most ceived as he accepted this prestigious award. respected Infantry Regiments in the United A tribute to Steve would not be complete Steven is a devoted father and husband, and without also paying tribute to Sandra—his States Army. The Old Guard has the respon- he is equally devoted to his community and wonderful partner of almost 17 years. Steve sibilities of guarding the Tomb of the Un- his country. He has devoted countless hours and Sandra share not only community prop- knowns at Arlington National Cemetery, serv- of his life to preserve, protect and defend the erty but also a heart-felt appreciation of the ing as the Army’s ceremonial unit and, as an United States of America, and he under- American dream, a profound dedication to active and well-trained Infantry Regiment, the stands, as I do, that America’s strongest ally the security of Israel, and a deep commit- 3rd Infantry is also responsible for the protec- in our war against terrorism is the State of ment to Jewish values. In the latter connec- tion, their three children all attended Jewish tion of Washington, DC. Israel. Instead of accepting this prestigious assign- day schools and all attended Young Judaea Here again tonight I want to record my im- summer camp. ment he chose to go to Iraq with his men. mense pride in Steven’s achievements and my For all these reasons, AIPAC is proud and That decision exemplified his life, putting the gratitude to him for all that he has done to im- honored to present its Southwest Achieve- good of others in front of his own interests. prove the lives of our neighbors in Houston, ment Award for 2004 to Steve Finkelman. On September 28, Tyler finally was joined and for his tireless work to promote the prin- with the Old Guard as they escorted him to his ciples of individual freedom grounded in faith STEVEN J. FINKELMAN—RESPONSE FOR AIPAC final place of rest with full military honors in and self reliance that have America the great- SW REGION DISTINGUISHED LEADERSHIP AWARD Arlington National Cemetery. He was post- est and most prosperous nation in the history humously awarded a Purple Heart, a Bronze of the world. Thank you, Melvin. Receiving this award from you makes it even sweeter! Star, and the Combat Infantryman Badge for Congratulations Steven, on receiving his heroic service. Friends! I am filled with humility and AIPAC’s Southwest Region Distinguished gratitude for being chosen as a recipient for I had the privilege of being present at his in- Leadership Award for 2004. No one deserves terment and to pay respect to a young man this award. I have so much respect for this high honor more than you do. I am AIPAC and for it’s vital mission to support who in only 26 years had made a difference pleased to memorialize here in the CONGRES- the U.S.-Israel relationship. Being recog- and touched more lives than many do in their SIONAL RECORD my own congratulations, your nized by AIPAC, therefore, means so much to entire life. As the bugler began to play taps speech as you received the award, and the el- me. and the honor guard fired a rifle volley salute, oquent words of our good friend Melvin Dow When I heard Joy’s beautiful rendition of the national anthems earlier this evening, I I couldn’t help but look around at some of as he introduced you. those lives who stood beside me and see the didn’t hear two separate songs, rather two AIPAC PRESENTATION TO STEVE FINKELMAN heaviness in their hearts and the sadness in verses of the same song. their eyes, but I could tell we were saying The video mentioned that Steve is the In my mind, love for the United States and child of a Holocaust survivor. That fact love for the State of Israel don’t compete goodbye to a truly special individual. sends two messages about this presentation with one another; they compliment each My heart went out to the Brown family, a to Steve. other. proud American family giving so much to their First, it is a tribute to Steve’s family that Memory can be fickle and in the whirlwind country, as the flag that draped Tyler’s coffin one generation arrives in this country with of current events and competing interests, it was folded and presented to his mother, Sally, nothing, and a generation later the family is easy to forget the fundamentals. No one

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00098 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.481 E11PT1 October 11, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1965 does a better job keeping us focused than IN CELEBRATION OF THE HAMP- have utilized VA healthcare services, 12 per- AIPAC. TON HIGH SCHOOL CRABBERS cent presented symptoms related to psycho- Tonight, I am inspired . . . 700TH VICTORY IN FOOTBALL logical trauma. It is estimated that more than Inspired by the incredible dedication of 25 percent of troops returning from Iraq are people whom I have met through my involve- HON. ROBERT C. SCOTT being examined for mental health concerns. ment in politics . . . grassroots activists, OF VIRGINIA These are startling statistics and dramatically elected officials, candidates—all of you have IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES demonstrate the need for more mental health my deepest admiration. services. Saturday, October 9, 2004 Inspired by our Christian Zionist friends We must concern ourselves that many sol- Mr. SCOTT of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, along who mean so much to me and who have diers find it difficult to obtain treatment or fail with my colleagues, Representative JOANN opened their hearts to Israel and to the Jew- to seek help because of the stigma attached ish people. DAVIS and Representative ED SCHROCK, I rise with great pride to call attention to a group of to mental illness due to a lack of sensitivity. Inspired by the words we heard earlier this young students who have distinguished them- Just look at our jails and our homeless popu- evening from Sen. John Cornyn and the lation. Our communities and our social service members of our local Congressional Delega- selves, their school, their community, and the Commonwealth of Virginia. system are affected, yet we refuse to admit a tion, who prioritized their schedules to be problem exists. here tonight. And by all the other elected of- The Hampton High School Crabbers football ficials who have joined us here tonight as team won their 700th game last night. By I am also deeply troubled and concerned, well. doing so, the Crabbers became one of only 11 as are many women Members of Congress, Inspired by our wonderful Houston Jewish high school football programs in the Nation to with our returning women soldiers who may Community and the professionals and lay reach 700 victories. This is a remarkable feat have been exposed to the traumatic experi- leaders with whom I have the privilege of and I believe they deserve formal recognition ence of sexual assault. For example, a horren- working. Each organization plays an impor- for their accomplishment. dous 8 percent of female Gulf War Veterans tant role in the totality we call Klal Yisrael. Hampton High School began playing football experienced an attempted or completed sex- Inspired by a strong spiritual attachment in 1899, so the legacy of this milestone ex- ual assault during deployment. The PTSD to Judaism. My faith and the values that de- tends to the hundreds of players who have from sexual assault is just as harmful as com- rive from our rich heritage are the worn the Crabber uniform and to coaches bat related PTSD. This must cease imme- underpinnings for my political activism. such as Mike Smith, Dick Esleeck, James diately. ‘‘Suey’’ Eason, and Johnny Palmer. Coach I want to thank Relda for sharing this In the past three decades, the Veterans’ Ad- Smith has been head coach for more than half honor with me. And to the entire AIPAC ministration has taken great strides toward staff who worked so hard on this event. of the Crabbers’ 700 wins, and has been a part of more than 400 victories. better mental care services for men and As a Holocaust survivor, my father’s leg- women, and there is now a better under- My colleagues JOANN DAVIS, ED SCHROCK, acy to me is the sacred duty to remember and I would like to extend our enthusiastic standing of PTSD because of research con- those who did not survive. My mother, of ducted through the VA health system. More blessed memory, was an example of unending congratulations to the Hampton High School players and their families, Coach Smith and remains to be done. Twenty-five years ago, endurance and inner strength, and my moth- the VA offered no PTSD services, no Vet Cen- er-in-law’s zest for life is very special to me. the rest of his coaching staff, Hampton High alumni, and the entire Hampton High commu- ters, no homeless services. Today these serv- Sandra and I have been blessed with three nity for their remarkable accomplishment. ices exist though limited. However, many vet- wonderful children—Jordan, Seth and erans will not benefit from these services be- Marissa. They have learned to cope with the f cause of a lack of access. There are just not evenings that both Mom and Dad are out at THE INCREASED MENTAL HEALTH enough Vet Centers, and the need for serv- meetings. However, Friday nights are spent NEEDS OF OUR RETURNING SOL- ices will only continue to grow as a result of together at Beth Yeshurun and Shabbat Din- DIERS AND VETERANS U.S. involvement throughout the world. ner afterwards. I hope my children will look around this Additional funding for the VA health system room and see how many of you have taken HON. GRACE F. NAPOLITANO must be appropriated to improve access to the time to support the important mission of OF CALIFORNIA care. The President’s proposal of funding in- AIPAC. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES crease of only 2 percent for the VA health sys- tem does not even cover increases in cost of Things can get pretty crazy in our home Saturday, October 9, 2004 living and is insufficient even to maintain the between all the meetings and events Sandra Mrs. NAPOLITANO. Mr. Speaker, October 3 and I are involved with. Yet, Sandra still inadequate current level services. The de- through October 9 is Mental Illness Awareness mand on PTSD services has not kept up with makes sure that there are three meals a day Week. During this week, it is critical that Mem- on the table, and that each kid gets to wher- the increase need of services. The wars in ever they need to go. She is an awesome bers of Congress and the American public rec- Iraq and Afghanistan have greatly increased mother, wife and partner. I am so fortunate ognize the increased mental health needs of the need for these vital services. Some vet- to have a wife who is not only supportive, our returning soldiers and veterans. erans who need weekly or biweekly follow-up but who makes me proud for all that she As co-Chair of the Congressional Mental appointments for therapy are forced to wait does. Sandra, I love you. Health Caucus, I rise today to express my weeks, and in many cases even months. This At one time or another, all my other fam- strong support for expansion of the mental is unconscionable. The VA does not have health benefits offered to our veterans and the ily members who are here to support me this enough mental health professionals due in men and women currently serving in our evening end up pitching in to help in one part to lack of funding, and the President’s low armed services. Those who have witnessed way or another. Thank you all. funding proposal will exacerbate this problem. the atrocities of war must have professional I close with a hope that each of us this Our returning soldiers and veterans deserve assistance to deal with the traumatic memo- evening has been inspired to increase our better from their government. They have ries that they are going to live with for the rest level of pro-Israel activism at least one earned what was promised them. notch—it begins with education on the of their lives. These traumatic memories can issues. There is no better place for that than lead to post-traumatic stress disorder, or The Bush administration has repeatedly em- AIPAC . . . get involved with candidates, PTSD, a dangerous biological condition affect- phasized that the war in Iraq is not another elected officials, and the political party of ing a soldier’s body, mind, and certainly fam- Vietnam. However, by not providing veterans your choice . . . or better yet, with the polit- ily. Unfortunately, soldiers returning home the necessary mental health resources, we ical party of my choice. Not to worry, Mark, often do not receive the comprehensive care can assure the same high rates of suicide that that’s as partisan as it gets tonight. they need. Some even sign their rights-to- existed among Vietnam veterans. As we con- The great sage Hillel asked—‘‘If I am not service away. clude our recognition of mental illness aware- for myself who will be? If I am only for my- Many of the soldiers who served in recent ness this week, we will continue our fight to self, what am I? If not now, when?’’ The an- wars in the Middle East have a desperate ensure that our veterans and service per- swer to the question ‘‘when’’ is ‘‘now!’’ Let’s need for mental health services. Here are sonnel will be able to receive the mental go do it! some alarming statistics. Out of 15,000 vet- health services they deserve. Their sacrifice Thank you. erans returning from the Middle East who for our beloved country paid for them.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:50 Oct 13, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00099 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A09OC8.485 E11PT1 E1966 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 11, 2004 CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 4200, production of up-armored Humvees plus $100 On balance this legislation will enhance our RONALD W. REAGAN NATIONAL million for add-on armor kits for Humvees al- Nation’s security. DEFENSE AUTHORIZATION ACT ready in use. FOR FISCAL YEAR 2005 Third, it is no secret that current troop f strength is inadequate and our troops in Iraq SPEECH OF and elsewhere are stretched too thin. To re- FEDERAL EMPLOYEES DENTAL HON. RUSH D. HOLT dress this military manpower shortage, this bill AND VISION BENEFITS ENHANCE- increases active Army end strength from the MENT ACT OF 2004 OF NEW JERSEY present level of 482,400 to 502,400 in 2005 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and authorizes further increases to 512,400 by SPEECH OF Friday, October 8, 2004 2009. Similarly, it increases the Marine Corps Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to speak in from its current level of 175,000 to 178,000 in HON. DANNY K. DAVIS 2005 and to 184,000 by 2009. support of adoption of this conference report OF ILLINOIS which authorizes $447.2 billion for the U.S. Fourth, in their recent presidential debate, Defense Department (DOD) and the national both President Bush and U.S. Senator JOHN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES KERRY spoke about the importance of stepping security programs of the U.S. Department of Friday, October 8, 2004 Energy (DOE). up nonproliferation efforts to curb the spread As is always the case, there are many pro- of weapons of mass destruction (WMD) and to Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, visual visions in the final version of this massive bill lessen the danger of terrorists acquiring these health and oral health are integral to our gen- every year which I enthusiastically support and horrible weapons. While I’d have preferred a eral health. Eye and oral diseases are pro- others that I do not. On balance, this con- higher level of funding, this bill provides gressive and become more complex over ference report has more merits than short- $409.2 million for the Cooperative Threat Re- time. Our ability to eat, see, read, learn, and comings. duction Initiative that will help dismantle, se- communicate all depend on good visual and First, I am pleased that it provides more cure, and eliminate WMD and WMD facilities oral health. generous pay and benefits for the men and in the former Soviet Union. Periodic eye and dental examinations are On the negative side, this legislation pro- women who currently serve in our armed an important part of routine preventive health vides $10 billion for a bogus missile defense forces and for those who have done so in the care. Many visual and oral conditions present program. In defiance of physics, this Congress past. no obvious symptoms. Therefore, individuals continues to shovel ever increasing sums of It authorizes a 3.5 percent across-the-board are often unaware that problems exist. pay raise for our troops. This is the sixth con- taxpayer funds to deploy a missile defense There are safe and effective measures to secutive year that Congress will have provided system that has not been tested adequately prevent the most common eye and dental dis- a pay raise for our men and women in uniform nor demonstrated to work. eases. That is why early diagnosis and treat- greater than the level of private sector pay There is continued authority and funding in this legislation for further research on new tac- ment are important for maintaining good visual raises. This will help to further reduce the gap tical nuclear weapons. Specifically, it provides and oral health and why a vision and dental between average military and private sector an additional $27.9 million for the Robust Nu- benefit should be made available to federal pay. Similarly, it makes permanent the in- clear Earth Penetrator—the so-called nuclear employees and annuitants. creased rates for imminent danger pay from bunker buster, plus an additional $9 million for $150 to $225 per month, and the family sepa- We know that in 1987 the Office of Per- advanced concept initiatives. While these ration allowance from $100 to $250 per sonnel Management (OPM) stopped plans in sums may not seem all that significant in a month, while also eliminating out-of-pocket the Federal Health Benefits program from add- $447.2 billion bill, they continue our nation housing expenses. ing new vision and dental packages. OPM did down a dangerous and destabilizing path. By For members of the National Guard and Re- so for various reasons. However, that decision continuing to fund this type of research; the serves, it extends several special pay provi- was made over 15 years ago, and it is time to U.S. is opening Pandora’s box and encour- sions and bonuses through December 31, take a fresh look at how we can meet the vis- aging other nations to develop and deploy 2005, including bonuses for enlistment, reen- ual and oral health needs of federal employ- supposedly more usable nuclear weapons. ees. listment, and prior service. Reservists and Finally, I am disappointed that a provision In the long run, preventive care, through family members will also receive enhanced authored by U.S. Senators BOXER and COL- TRICARE benefits. LINS was dropped from this conference report periodic examinations and doctor visits, will For our Nation’s military retirees and their that would have afforded stronger protection help keep down long term vision and dental survivors, this legislation goes further in pro- for women serving in our armed forces who costs due to early detection. tecting their financial security. It will eliminate are victims of rape. More specifically, it would Therefore, I am extremely pleased to be an the Social Security offset under the Survivor have permitted women victimized by rape to original cosponsor of H.R. 5295, which permits Benefit Plan (SBP) by increasing in stages the receive medical abortions without having to OPM to contract with qualified companies to annuities paid to survivors of military retirees pay for the procedures themselves. offer dental and vision benefits to federal em- who are 62 years of age or older from 35 per- Recent statistics from DOD reveal that as ployees and retirees under the Federal Em- cent of retired pay. many as 6 percent of active-duty service ployee Health Benefits Program. Last year’s version of this legislation, made women report having been sexually assaulted. I am also pleased that this bill includes a significant and overdue strides in redressing There have been 112 reports of sexual mis- provision that requires OPM to study the feasi- the disparity by which disabled military retirees conduct over the past 18 months in Iraq, Ku- bility of providing hearing benefits to federal have their pension benefits reduced, dollar for wait, and Afghanistan. employees and retirees. Currently, over 28 dollar, by the amount of disability benefits they U.S. Army officials recently issued a policy million Americans suffer hearing loss, half of receive from the U.S. Department of Veterans statement to Army medical professionals clari- whom are under the age of 50. Hearing loss Affairs (VA). It authorized full concurrent re- fying their position on care for victims of sex- is not just a problem affecting adults. Thirty- ceipt to be phased in over 10 years. This bill ual assault. In it, they instructed that ‘‘the three children are born everyday with some makes further progress by removing disabled Army has existing medical and legal policies form of hearing loss. With early detection and retirees, who are rated as 100 percent dis- and programs to assist leaders. Use these re- treatment, these children can be taught in reg- abled, from the 10-year phase-in period. sources to provide victims with immediate ular classes, saving a school system as much These deserving military retirees will be au- medical care, follow-up counseling, and seam- as $500,000 during a 12-year education. thorized for full concurrent receipt effective less victim assistance.’’ However, by banning next January. abortion funding for rape victims in the mili- I included similar language in H.R. 3751, Second, we now know that our troops were tary, this provision will severely impede the which passed the House in June. Like vision poorly served by Pentagon war planners in ability of rape victims to receive the appro- and dental benefits, most insurance plans do advance of the invasion of Iraq. Many of them priate medical care and assistance they need. not provide hearing benefits, such as cov- were sent into harm’s way without adequate This ban further injures the women who are erage for hearing aids. I believe the Federal supplies of body armor, armed Humvees, and bravely defending our country, and keeps vic- Government should consider taking a lead in other essential equipment. This bill will help tims who have already suffered an unspeak- this area. correct these inexcusable miscalculations by able assault from exercising their constitu- I urge my colleagues in the House to sup- providing a $572 million increase to speed the tionally-protected right to choose. port this legislation.

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First, many workers Friday, October 8, 2004 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES contracted grave diseases, often after a long Friday, October 8, 2004 latency period, as a result of exposure to dan- The House in Committee of the Whole gerous nuclear and toxic materials. Second, House on the State of the Union had under Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, the bill before us the workers and their families were hurt for too consideration the bill (H.R. 10) to provide for contains several extremely important provi- reform of the Intelligence community, ter- many years by a policy of denial with respect sions. They are designed to provide essential rorism prevention and prosecution, border to our national responsibility to them. It is im- medical care and compensation for the brave security, and international cooperation and perative we reverse this policy of denial for Americans who worked from the 1950s coordination, and for other purposes: through the 1970s to build this Nation’s atomic once and for all. This bill accomplishes just Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Chairman, I voted weapons, often at serious risk to their own that. It provides a guaranteed Federal benefit against the Carter amendment and the Green health and well-being. In far too many cases, for the critical health care and compensation amendment to H.R. 10, the 9/11 Rec- these atomic energy workers were deliberately these workers and their families both require ommendations Implementation Act. I certainly misled about the serious health risks their oc- and deserve. In closing, I would like to thank understand why my colleagues introduced cupational exposure to radiation, heavy met- my distinguished colleague from Missouri, the these amendments. Their intention was to als, and other toxic and dangerous substances ranking minority member of the Armed Serv- make us safer. would entail. Although Congress enacted the ices Committee, as well as minority and ma- However, the amendments are not drafted Energy Employee Occupation Illness Com- jority staff, for their hard work and persistence well enough and their operation relies on par- pensation Program Act, EEOICPA, in 2000 to in making certain these deserving workers and ticularly vague underlying statutory definitions provide such workers with essential medical families will finally get justice. and agency decisions. In addition, the purpose care for specified types of cancer and com- of each amendment can be achieved under pensation for their inability to work due to ill- f present law in virtually every case. ness, a scarce few actually received it. More- In particular, these amendments rely upon over, a number of workers died without the PERSONAL EXPLANATION the definition of terrorist act and terrorist orga- government ever making good on its promises nization. One would have to have over- to recognize their critical contributions to na- whelming faith, perhaps even blind faith, in tional defense work. In such cases, the sur- HON. ROBERT MENENDEZ current and future administrations to believe viving spouses and dependent children of OF NEW JERSEY that these amendments will be immune from these workers remain justly entitled to com- misuse. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pensation. I have seen the State Department place or Mr. Speaker, in the early 1950s there were Saturday, October 9, 2004 remove organizations on the terrorist list, influ- two atomic weapons employers in my district, enced, at least in substantial part, by diplo- the 11th Congressional District of New York. Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I was absent matic, political, and even trade considerations. One such plant, the American Machine and from votes in the House late in the afternoon The Carter amendment essentially attempts Foundry, AMF, designed and produced indus- on Thursday, September 30, due to an un- to create a felony murder rule for terrorist of- trial equipment for the Atomic Energy Com- avoidable commitment, and for the first two fenses. If a defendant is part of a conspiracy mission. By carrying out metal machining work votes on Monday, October 4, due to mechan- to commit a felony, and someone dies in com- for the Atomic Energy Commission—with ura- ical problems on the plane from Newark Inter- mission of that felony, the harshest penalties nium, thorium and zirconium—employees at national Airport. Had I been present, I would are applied, even if the conspiracy did not en- this plant were exposed on a daily basis to have voted the following way: On rollcall vote vision anybody dying. I support felony murder large volumes of radioactive and hazardous 484, H.J. Res. 106, an amendment to the rules, particularly those applied to violent ter- metals. A second plant in my district, the Constitution of the United States relating to rorist conspiracies. Unfortunately, this amend- Wolff-Alport Chemical Corporation, procured marriage, ‘‘no’’; on rollcall vote 485, H. Con. ment, in the hands of unwise or politically mo- thorium sludge for stockpiling by the Atomic Res. 501, honoring the life and work of Duke tivated prosecutors, could be used to seek the Energy Commission. Wolff-Alport Chemical Ellington, ‘‘aye’’; on rollcall vote 486, H. Res. death penalty for those involved in a Sierra workers were likewise exposed to thousands 792, honoring the United Negro College Fund Club protest at federal facilities, if there was of pounds of dangerous radioactive sub- on the occasion of the Fund’s 60th anniver- some tragic and perhaps unforeseeable ac- stances. sary, ‘‘aye’’; on rollcall vote 487, S. Con. Res. tion. Mr. Speaker, the provisions in this bill will 76, recognizing that November 2, 2004, shall I am confident that the Judiciary Committee settle long-standing health care and com- be dedicated to ‘‘A Tribute to Survivors’’ at the will work on these matters in the weeks and pensation claims by providing guaranteed United States Holocaust Memorial Museum, months ahead and design legislation to bring Federal benefits for eligible employees whose ‘‘aye’’; and on rollcall vote 488, S. 1814, the us the safety-enhancing objectives of the fore- work in Department of Energy nuclear facilities Mingo Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center going amendments, without raising the same caused serious illness, impairment and/or dis- legislation, ‘‘aye.’’ concerns.

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