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FOREIGN CAMPAIGN edly was a vehicle through which donations athlete. In the classroom, John has attained a CONTRIBUTIONS: AN UGLY TALE could flow from China to the DNC. 3.88 grade point average, placing him among Liu's aerospace company benefited from the tops of his class. John and his family can U.S. policies in 1996 that allowed American certainly be proud of his academic achieve­ HON. DOUG BEREUTER civilian communication satellites to be OF NEBRASKA launched by Chinese rockets-despite Chi­ ments. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES na's sale of missiles to Iran and nuclear In addition to his excellent scholastic record, John has proven himself to be a talented stu­ Thursday, May 21, 1998 equipment to Pakistan that year and its pe­ rennial threats against Taiwan. The Chinese dent-athlete. He was the Captain of the Var­ Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, this Member military also benefited in that it buys mis­ sity Football and Varsity Basketball Teams, is greatly disturbed by recent revelations that siles from companies like China Aerospace and earned varsity letters in Track and Field. substantial sums of Chinese money found its and relies on the health of the industry. John has been very active in the National way into the coffers of the Democratic Na­ Chung's attorney and officials of the Clin­ Honor Society, Concert Band, Student Coun­ tional Committee. It is clear that campaign op­ ton administration and the DNC deny that cil, Mock Trial, and Drama Club. John was Chung-related donations had any effect on erative Johnny Chung collected hundreds of also a delegate to Buckeye Boys' State, and U.S. policy toward China. But even if there thousands of dollars from individuals and or­ was no policy quid pro quo, federal law bans participates in the Big Brother program. ganizations with direct links to the top eche­ campaign contributions from foreign Mr. Speaker, each year, I have the oppor­ lons of the People's Liberation Army. sources. tunity to nominate young men and women Such activity confirms our worst fears, and DNC and White House spokesmen say that from my district to America's military acad­ is a threat to this nation's collective soul. This there was no way to know the origins of emies. I am pleased that John has accepted Member urges his colleagues to rise above Chung's donations and that suspicious dona­ his appointment, and will be joining the West politics and address this problem in the seri­ tions were returned. Yes, they were re­ Point Class of 2002. He is a gifted student ous manner that the situation demands. turned-after exposure in the press and in­ and a fine young man. I would urge my col­ tense public pressure. leagues to stand and join me in paying special Mr. Speaker, this Member would insert into And what of the documented concerns of the record an editorial from the Omaha World­ White House staffers that Chung was a " hus­ tribute to John Sacksteder, and in wishing him Herald of May 16, 1998, entitled "Johnny tler" bringing disreputable characters into well at West Point and in the future. Chung's Shocking Tale Puts Focus Back on the inner circle of the presidency? Why was Donations." This entire body should reflect on he allowed into the White House 49 times? CONGRATULATIONS TO MT. CAR­ the sober lesson expressed in this editorial. Why were he and his guests allowed to at­ tend exclusive fund raisers? MEL HIGH SCHOOL, NATIONAL [Omaha World-Herald] Disclosures of the activities of Chung OCEAN SCIENCES BOWL FINAL­ JOHNNY CHUNG'S SHOCKING TALE PUTS FOCUS make the efforts of House Democrats to ·shut ISTS BACK ON DONATIONS down the House portion of the investigation The get-it-any-way-you-can ethic of Demo­ even more alarming. If the House investiga­ HON. RANDY "DUKE" CUNNINGHAM cratic National Committee fund raising for tion collapses, as it appears about to, the the Clinton-Gore re-election campaign has public is left with the Justice Department to OF CALIFORNIA come into more focus. Johnny Chung has re­ investigate the matter. The Justice Depart­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES portedly told federal investigators that he ment is headed by Attorney General Janet Thursday, May 21,1998 channeled money from the government of Reno, whose refusal to recommend an inde­ Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise communist China to the DNC. pendent counsel to investigate these matters This should be a shock to America. It has become a national disgrace. today to pay tribute to students and teachers would be if the Clintonites had not appar­ of Mt. Carmel High School, in San Diego, Cali­ ently been successful in convincing the peo­ fornia, who recently came to Washington as national finalists in the first annual National ple that they should be interested more in A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO JOHN P. the Dow Jones Average and federally sub­ Ocean Sciences Bowl. sidized day care than in old stories about SACKSTEDER ON HIS APPOINT­ The National Ocean Sciences Bowl is an unproven scandals. MENT TO ATTEND THE UNITED academic competition among teams of high Chung pleaded guilty in March to cam­ STATES MILITARY ACADEMY AT school students designed to increase their paign-related bank and tax fraud and is co­ WEST POINT, NEW YORK awareness and understanding of the oceans operating with investigators. Most of the $100,000 he provided the DNC in the summer and ocean sciences. It provides an opportunity of 1996 came from the Chinese military, HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR for U.S. oceanographic research laboratories, Chung said. OF OHIO like the Scripps institution of Oceanography in His contact was Liu Chao-ying. She was a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES San Diego, to develop strong connections with lieutenant colonel and a vice president in Thursday, May 21, 1998 their local primary and secondary schools. charge of international trading for China And it creates a unique national education Aerospace International Holdings Ltd. Liu's Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to event in honor of the International Year of the father was China's top military commander pay special tribute to a truly outstanding young ocean, which is this year, 1998. and a Communist Party leader. American man from Ohio's Fifth Congressional District, companies were prohibited from doing busi­ I am particularly proud of the team from my ness with China Aerospace in 1991 and 1993 John P. Sacksteder. John recently accepted congressional district, at Mr. Carmel High because the company had illegally sold mis­ his offer of appointment to attend the United School. This past spring, they won well-con­ siles to Pakistan. States Military Academy at West Point, New tested Southern California Regional Ocean The Justice Department reportedly has York. Sciences Bowl. The regional competition drew documents to verify the relationship de­ John, who is from Fostoria, Ohio, will soon the cooperation of the Birch Aquarium, the scribed by Chung, who arranged for Liu to be be graduating from St. Wendelyn High School, San Diego County Office of Education, the photographed with President Clinton when and beginning one of the most educational, re­ San Diego Science Alliance, the San Diego she was in the United States. Chung was able warding, and challenging experiences of his to get Liu and another Chinese national into Science Educators Association and the an exclusive Clinton fund-raiser in July 1996 life: his four-year commitment at West Point. Scripps Institution of Oceanography, all of after sending the DNC a check for $45,000. While attending St. Wendelyn High School which I want to recognize for their support. That same month, Chung set up a California in Fostoria, John distinguished himself as an Let the permanent RECORD of the Congress corporation for Liu and himself. This alleg- outstanding student and a very fine student- of the United States show that the teachers

e This " bullet" symbol identifies statements or insertions which are not spoken by a Member of the Senate on the floor. Maner set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor. 10676 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 and students of Mt. Carmel High School have would like to thank his parents, teammates dure. It is these qualities that will be com­ distinguished themselves in the field of ocean­ and coach, Mr. Dorr. memorated with the renaming of the U.S. ographic studies as national finalists in the Na­ Courthouse in Cleveland, Ohio as the Howard tional Ocean Sciences Bowl. In tribute to their Metzenbaum U.S. Courthouse. hard work, I insert into the RECORD a sum­ PERSONAL EXPLANATION Howard Metzenbaum's long career of public mary of the Mt. Carmel team provided by the service began with his election to the Ohio Consortium for Oceanographic Research and HON. BOB LMNGSTON House of Representatives in 1943. After serv­ Education, whose President, Adm. James D. OF LOUISIANA ing two terms in the House and two terms in the State Senate, he sat on the Judicial Coun­ Watkins, USN (Ret.), has provided · extraor­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dinary leadership in this and many other fields. cil of Ohio and the Ohio Bureau of Code Revi­ Thursday, May 21,1998 sion. In 1976, Howard Metzenbaum was elect­ MOUNT CARMEL HIGH SCHOOL, SAN DIEGO, Mr. LIVINGSTON. Mr. Speaker, yesterday, I ed to the U.S. Senate. Ohio voters would later CALIFORNIA-SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA RE- return Senator Metzenbaum to Washington for GIONAL OCEAN SCIENCES BOWL was unavoidably detained for rollcall vote 156 through 161. Had I been present, I would have two more terms. Team Coach: Harold W. Dorr teaches Intro­ During his nineteen year career, Senator duction to Oceanography and Zoology. He voted "no" on rollcall Nos. 156, 157, 158 and also teaches college courses at Palomar Col­ 159. I also would have voted "yea" on rollcall Metzenbaum would establish himself as an lege in San Marcos. Mr. Dorr has a BS in bio­ Nos. 160 and 161. outspoken leader for the principles and causes logical sciences from San Diego State Uni­ in which he strongly believed. The Washington versity and a MS in marine science from the Post called him "an uncompromising, indefati­ University of San Diego. Prior to teaching HONORING THE VOLUNTEERS OF gable and often irascible champion of liberal he enjoyed 5 years working as a biological THE CITY OF SAN BERNARDINO, causes." Initially gaining notoriety for his skill­ technician (fisheries) for the National Ma­ CA ful use of the filibuster in blocking legislation, rine Fisheries Service and 5 additional years Senator Metzenbaum became in later years working various diving activities including teaching SCUBA, working as a diver at an HON. GEORGE E. BROWN, JR. an important coalition-builder and legislator. oceanarium, and collecting marine biological OF CALIFORNIA He authored or co-authored countless amend­ ments and bills, including the Plant Closing data on various research projects. Mr. Dorr IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES shares his life with his lovely and patient Notification Act, the Nutrition and Food Label­ wife and never gets his fill of sharing the Thursday, May 21,1998 ing Act, the Brady Bill, the Alzheimer's Act, ocean, mountains and deserts with his three Mr. BROWN of California. Mr. Speaker, I and the Civil Rights Act of 1991. Senator ROB­ children. rise today to honor the volunteers of the City ERT BYRD of West Virginia once said of the Team Members: Senior Julie Fero enjoys Senator, "I have often felt that if we did not swimming on both the school swim team and of San Bernardino Retired and Senior Volun­ PQ Aquatics. She is also involved in dance at teer Program (RSVP), who are . celebrating have a Howard Metzenbaum in the Senate we school. She hopes to attend Humbolt State more than twenty-three years of service to ought to make one." University and pursue a degree in marine bi­ San Bernardino. This celebration also coin­ My fellow colleagues, I can think of no more ology, and eventually a graduate degree in cides with "Older Americans Month." The fitting a symbol of Howard Metzenbaum's leg­ oceanography. Senior Shawn Nesbitt enjoys RSVP is a grant program funded through the acy than his serving as namesake to the U.S. motorcycle riding, fishing and diving. His fa­ Corporation for National and Community Serv­ Courthouse. May the Senator's high standard vorite school subjects are oceanography, and ice and the City of San Bernardino. RSVP pro­ of justice, fairness, and dignity for all men and a course called work experience. His extra­ vides my congressional district with volunteers women serve as an unyielding challenge to all curricular activities include participating in those who enter the Howard M. Metzenbaum the Oceanography Club activities and play­ over the age of fifty-five who are diverse in ex­ ing hockey for his school. Shawn is also an perience, interest, economic and educational U.S. Courthouse. Aquarist intern at the Birch Aquarium at backgrounds. Scripps. He would like to thank you for tak­ In our community, RSVP volunteers work IN HONOR OF ANTHONY ing the time to read his biography and say assisting the frail and elderly, mentoring youth, hello to all his family in the audience. Sen­ GRAZIOSO'S FOUR DECADES OF assisting the homeless, and caring for devel­ PUBLIC SERVICE ior Nathan Niemi moved from Minnesota to opmentally disabled children and adults, as San Diego when he was seven and promptly fell in love with the beach. Physics is his fa­ well as tutoring children and renovating homes. The program matches problems to be HON. ROBERT MENENDFZ vorite subject. He aspires to drive his par­ OF NEW JERSEY ents bankrupt. He works as a waiter which solved with people willing to help, and has a allots him money to spend but no time to national membership participation of 450,000. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES spend it. Body boarding and ice hockey are Programs such as RSVP provide an oppor­ Thursday, May 21, 1998 his first loves. Nathan's career goal is to do tunity for people to give of their time and en­ Mr. MENENDEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today something that makes him happy. Senior ergy in a way that benefits the community by to pay tribute to a distinguished gentleman, Shadi Ghandchi is the youngest child in his providing services to those in most need. I am Mr. Anthony Grazioso, who with more than family. About 31h years ago he moved to the US with his mother and sisters in search of proud to have an RSVP program in San twenty-five years of dedicated public service is a good education. Not speaking English Bernardino and, once again, I thank the volun­ retiring. He will be honored at Don Pepe's made the first year difficult but the second teers for all of the time and hard work they Restaurant in Newark, New Jersey on May 21, year was better. Since sophomore year he commit to making our city a better place. 1998. has been an avid member of the Key Club, Mr. Grazioso has served as the Director of Math Club, California Scholarship Federa­ Public Affairs for the New Jersey Transit Cor­ tion (CSF), and the Ecology Club. In his Jun­ IN HONOR OF HOWARD poration for nearly 16 years, with the Trans­ ior year he became the President of the METZENBAUM port of New Jersey for 10 years, and as a International Ski Club, and the Secretary of Community Relations Representative for The the Computer Club. Shadi's Senior year saw him awarded membership to the National HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH Port Authority of New York/New Jersey for six Honor Society. He currently is the secretary OF OHIO years. In 1964 he accepted a temporary posi­ of the Math Club. His favorite subject is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion as Special Assistant to former Congress­ science, especially biology, chemistry and man Robert A. Roe, then Commissioner of the physics. He hopes to become a Biological En­ Thursday, May 21,1998 New Jersey Department of Conservation and gineer. Senior Keith Gretlein has marched in Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Economic Development. Mr. Grazioso also the award winning Mt. Carmel Band for four Howard Metzenbaum, former Senator from the served as Deputy Director and Public Rela­ years and is currently in the nationally re­ State of Ohio. Serving nineteen years in the nowned Wind Ensemble. He has held a steady tions Assistant for the Jersey City Department job for four years in the field of child devel­ United States Senate, he represented his of Public Works. opment. His future education will be carried constitutents with passion and guile, dem­ Mr. Grazioso graduated from Saint Peter's out through many prestigious schools and onstrating both a fierce dedication to justice College in 1956 where he majored in Econom­ will probably focus on oceanography. Keith and a keen understanding of legislative proce- ics and minored in English Journalism. He has May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10677 pursued studies in public relations, commu­ urge my colleagues to join me in paying trib­ TRIBUTE TO ST. MARK'S WOMEN' S nications, urban affairs, community relations, ute to Abigail Chudzinski, and in wishing her . VARSITY ICE HOCKEY TEAM public administration, political science, deci­ well in her future endeavors. sion making, management effectiveness/orga­ HON. JAMFS P. McGOVERN nization, and finance/budget at the New OF MASSACHUSETTS School, New York University, the American IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Management Association, and the Public Re­ VMI MAKES THE RIGHT MOVES lations Society of America. Thursday, May 21,1998 Community involvement has been a con­ HON. DOUG BEREUTER Mr. McGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, it is my sistent theme in Mr. Grazioso's life. Since honor to report to the House on a remarkable OF NEBRASKA 1956, he has been involved in volunteer work achievement-namely, the 1997-98 cham­ serving on the boards of civic, community, cul­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pionship season of the St. Mark's Women's tural, and church organizations in Hudson Thursday, May 21, 1998 Varsity Ice Hockey Team. The St. Mark's County. His accomplishments in the commu­ Lions are based in Southborough, Massachu­ nity and at work have been praised but he has Mr. BEREUTER. Mr. Speaker, this Member setts. also made time for his family. highly commends this May 19, 1998, Omaha Each of these players are talented young It is an honor to have such an outstanding World-Herald editorial on the Virginia Military student-athletes who trained hard, practiced and dedicated individual in my home state of Institute to his colleagues. The Virginia Military hard and played hard throughout their amaz­ New Jersey. I am certain my colleagues will Institute is to be complimented for the suc­ ing year. I know their families and friends are join me in recognition of this well deserved cessful integration of female cadets into an in­ as proud of the Lions as I am. On behalf of honor. stitution that had been a traditional male bas­ the citizens of Central Massachusetts, I con­ tion until the rending of a 1996 U.S. Supreme gratulate the St. Mark's Lions for a job very Court ruling. The Virginia Military Institute has well done. A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO ABIGAIL been successful because of its sincere effort The team members are: C. CHUDZINSKI ON HER APPOINT­ to promote co-educational programs that MENT TO ATTEND THE U.S. would foster the positive acceptance and in­ ST. MARK'S GIRLS HOCKEY TEAM 1997-87 NAVAL ACADEMY clusion of women into the institution, and for these reasons are again to be commended. No. Name Hometown HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR VMI MAKES THE RIGHT MOVES 3 . 1998 Hilary Zwerdling Shrewsbury , MA OF OHIO Virginia Military Institute, like The Cita­ 4 ...... 2000 Gretchen Anderson ...... We llesley, MA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 5 ...... 1998 Emily Harris ...... Greenwich, CT del, had a long and proud tradition of edu­ 6 ...... 2000 Kri sten Larsen Dover, MA Thursday, May 21, 1998 cating men and providing military training 10 2001 Amy McNaught . Gorham , ME· and discipline. Both Virginia state colleges II ...... 1998 Marcia lngraha m .. . . Georgetown , MA Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to 12 ...... 1999 Catherine Larsen Dover, MA fought against federal rules requiring them 13 2000 Emily A_morello ... Worcester, MA pay special tribute to an outstanding young to admit women if they wanted to continue 15 .. 1999 Sarah Fairchild Pawtucket, Rl lady from Ohio's Fifth Congressional District, getting public funding. 16 . 1998 Hailey Sullivan ...... Carlisle, MA 18 2000 Kristina lois ...... Grafton, MA Abigail C. Chudzinski. Abby has recently ac­ Both schools fought the order in court. The 20 .. 1998 Melissa Yokell Atkinson , NH cepted her appointment to attend the United U.S. Supreme Court decided against VMI in 21 1998 Maura Crowell .. . Mansfield, MA 29 1999 Melissa Glaser Rockford , IL States Naval Academy in Annapolis, Mary­ 1996, as it had against The Citadel in 1995. The ruling was not popular. VMI alumni con­ land. Coaches: Wendy Cofran , Dana Pullman . sidered buying the college and making it Captains: Maura Crowell '98, Hilary Zwerdling '09. Abby, who is from Fremont, Ohio, will be into a private institution rather than go co­ Manager: Heather Bates '00. graduating from St. Joseph Central Catholic ed. High School, and will be preparing for one of A recent article in the St. Mark's School But when the ruling was issued and offi­ newspaper brings to life their championship the most challenging, rewarding, and edu­ cials studied the situation, they decided to cational opportunities of her life: her four-year take the honorable path. They not only ad­ season and the wonderful team of young commitment to the United States Naval Acad­ mitted women to the institute; they accom­ women who enjoyed this terrific experience: emy. modated them. [From the St. Marker, May 13, 1998] During her high school career at St. Joseph The women who went to the college last GmLS' ICE HOCKEY WINS THE NEW ENGLANDS! Central Catholic, Abby has distinguished her­ fall were held to the same physical and men­ (By Assistant Editor Allison Loretnzen '99) self as an exceptional student and a gifted tal standards as male students. They were yelled at, given push-ups and forced marches, On Sunday March 8, another amazing student-athlete. She is currently carrying a shorn of their hair and sent through obstacle group of St. Mark's women hockey players 4.35 grade point average, which places her courses, all the while carrying a full college captured the title New England Champions. second in a class of eight-six students. She is course load. Just four months after the Varsity Field a member of the National Honor Society, and No quarter given. That is as it should be. Hockey team beat Cushing for the Class B is listed in the Who's Who Among American Standards are standards. NEPSAC title, the Varsity Ice Hockey team has the pleasure of crushing Middlesex in a High School Students. Abby and her family But VMI was not grudging in its accept­ 3-0 victory to earn the Division 2 Champion­ can certainly be proud of her outstanding ance of co-education. It actively recruited ship. scholastic efforts. qualified women, winding up with 30 in a At the beginning of the season, the team, Abby has also proven herself as a truly tal­ class with 430 men. It held seminars on with a new coaching staff, was focused on re­ ented and gifted student-athlete. She was the avoiding sexual harassment-required semi­ gaining respect from the other ISL teams nars for cadets, faculty and staff. Captain of the Varsity Track and Field Team, and hadn't thought ahead too much to the It hired a female assistant commandant possibility of such a successful post-season. and has won numerous league, district, and and a female admissions officer. It asked the regional awards in the sport. In addition, Abby In past years, the St. Mark's team, with nation's military academies, which went co­ players such as Wendy Hall, Laurie has been active in the Key Club, Student ed 22 years ago, for advice. It brought in fe­ Belliveau, and Erin Magee, was feared by Council, and is the President of the St. Joseph male upperclassmen from military programs their league opponents, as they were league High School Band. And, last summer, she par­ in Vermont and Texas to act as big sisters champions in '92, '93 (co-champs), and '94 (co­ ticipated in the United States Air Force Acad­ for female freshmen. champs). Maura Crowell made the team in emy Summer Scientific Seminar. Seven of the women who enrolled in Sep­ the '94-'95 season as a third former and Mr. Speaker, each year, I have the oppor­ tember quit before finishing. But none cited played with some of the women who devel­ tunity to nominate young men and women for sexual harassment or unfairness as a reason oped this tradition of excellence. Experi­ for leaving. Considering that 74 male fresh­ appointment to the nation's military acad­ encing the thrill of playing for such an awe­ men left, too, the difference was not strik­ some team, Crowell looked forward to her emies. I am pleased that Abby has accepted ing. next three years as a varsity player; but with her appointment, and will be joining the incom­ VMI deserves credit, not only for doing the the arrival of two new coaches in her fourth ing Naval Academy Class of 2002. I am sure right thing, but also for doing it the right form year, she, along with new-comers she will do very well. Mr. Speaker, I would way. Hilary Zwerdling, Marcia Ingraham, Melissa 10678 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 Yokell and Emily Harris, suffered through CONGRATULATIONS TO P RESIDENT competition and investment in the delivery of two disappointing seasons. After two seasons L EE ON THE RE P UBLIC OF CHINA video services to the home. Under the Tele­ well under .500, another change was called communications Act, rates for cable services for in the coaching staff. Under the direction of head coach Wendy HON. CORRINE BROWN beyond the basic tier are to be deregulated Cofran and her assistant, Dana Pullman, this OF FLORIDA three years after enactment. The Act also re­ year's team trained harder than in the past IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES moved the statutory ban on telephone compa­ two years and collected many more wins for nies offering video services within their re­ their efforts. Capturing their Holiday Tour­ Thursday, May 21,1998 gions. nam ent gave them confidence and hope for Ms. BROWN of Florida. Mr. Speaker, much While competition to incumbent cable opera­ more victories later in the season. These vic­ tors may not be growing as quickly as antici­ tories did com e, including a nail-biting, has been written and said about the economic overtime 3- 2 win over St. Paul's down in New growth and political advances made by the pated, it is significant nonetheless. The re­ York City. As th e regular season was draw­ Republic of China during the last few years. gional telephone company Ameritech is build­ ing to a close St. Mark's rolled by P orts­ Taiwan's achievements are respected through­ ing cable systems throughout the Midwest to mouth Abbey, Brooks, and BB&N. After han­ out the world. Much of the credit is due to Tai­ compete alongside existing cable operators. dling Groton 6-2, the team clinched a place wan's political leadership. Upwards of ten percent of households in the in the New England Tournament . Taiwan is led by Cornell-educated Dr. Lee market have Direct Broadcast Satellite service, With an undefeated record in their divi­ sion, the team, seeded first, was matched up Teng-hui , who was elected Taiwan's ninth and wireless cable service is expanding as against fo urth seed Greenwich Country Day president and inaugurated on May 20, 1996. well. Technological improvements in the area and had a week of practice to prepare for the His running mate was Dr. Lien Chan. Other of satellite broadcasting alone promise more semifinal game on March 7 at Cushing Acad­ government leaders include Foreign Minister choices for video consumers. emy. As St. Markers put away their squash Jason Hu and Representative Stephen Chen. Equally as important, the cable industry has racquets, basketballs, and ice skates and While Vice President Lien Chan has worked to been investing to provide competition in new dusted off their lacrosse sticks, baseball maintain stability and respect for the law at areas, such as Internet access, local teleph­ gloves, and tennis racquets, the Wom en's ony, and Personal Communications Services. Varsity Ice Hockey Team, led by two year home, Minister Hu wisely exerts Taiwan's co-captains Maura Crowell and Hilary presence abroad, having recently visited Africa Cable firms also are leaders in the use of fiber Zwerdling, laced up their skates for a final and a number of southeast Asian countries optic and digital compression technology, and week, perfecting power plays and strength­ seeking new friends for his country. In the have been upgrading their systems to provide ening slap shots. After leading the school in meantime, Representative Stephen Chen has customers with a greater range of program­ a unique cheer, they departed for the west­ assiduously briefed us on the Hill of all the re­ ming choices. ern Mass mecca of ice hockey, Cushing Acad­ cent happenings in Taiwan. Representative Having made the case for competition and emy. Greenwich, no match for the women of Chen is a tireless diplomat. against price controls, I must add that I am not St. Mark's, skat ed off the Cushing rink 2--{) losers, leaving t he Lions to face Middlesex Together, Taiwan's leaders have continued satisfied with the current state of competition on Sunday for the New England Champion­ to bring their people economic progress and in video services. I believe that it is entirely ship. an improved political climate. The Republic of appropriate for Congress to reexamine pro­ St. Mark's came to the gam e having played China is a young dynamic nation and a model gram access rules, copyright laws, and other Middlesex once during the regular season, for the developing world. On the occasion of potential barriers to free and open competition. beating the Zebra's 2-1, and they knew t hat President Lee's second anniversary in office, I As Vice-Chairman of the Subcommittee on it would be an exciting gam e. From the face off, St. Mark's controlled the puck and frus­ wish to extend my congratulations to President Telecommunications, Trade and Consumer trated Middlesex with their solid defense, Lee and his people. Protection , I am committed to see full-blown held together by their spectacular goalie Me­ competition and choice in video programming. lissa Glaser, who simply would not let the Mr. Speaker, I again commend the following puck into her net. Every attempt made by COMPETITION IN THE VIDEO executive summary of the Hudson Institute the Zebras was foiled by Glaser and her de­ SERVICES INDUSTRY study to the attention of all Members. fe nse, which consist ed of only three play­ ers-Zwerdling, Ingraham, and Kirsten E XECUTIVE SUMMARY Larsen-who had to play double shifts for HON. MICHAEL G. OXLEY In late 1997 and early 1998, concerns have the entire game. At t he other end of the OF OHIO been raised among regulators, members of rink. St. Mark's offense kept up a relentless IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Congress, and consumer groups regarding attack on the Middlesex's goalie. In the first Thursday, May 21, 1998 cable television rates. This study analyzes period, the Lions scored twice: first on a tip­ the rationale for new efforts by the F CC to in by Gretchen Anderson from a Crowell slap Mr. OXLEY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to limit rates or impose other regulations on shot, and again on a break away by Amy bring a study on competition in video services the cable television industry in response to McNaught. St. Mark 's sk ated off t he ice by the Hudson Institute to the attention of my such concerns. It examines the historical after the period up 2-0, knowing that if t hey colleagues. record of cable regulation, takes a new look continued t heir offensive pressure and held Price inflation in cable television service is at the state of competition for multichannel video programming, reviews the important back Middlesex they could win the game and causing some policy makers to suggest re­ the New England Championship. Another capital investment in new digital services by Anderson goal assisted by Crowell, during a newing rate regulation-that is, re-re-regu- · the industry, and assesses the possible im­ Middlesex power play, along with many sen­ lating cable prices. While it is the case that pact of new price controls on competition in sational saves by Glaser and her dependable there have been notable price increases by the wider telecommunications market, in­ defense, gave the Lions a 3-0 lead at the end some cable systems, to recommend extending cluding Internet access, telephony, and video of the second period. As Middlesex skated price controls is to ignore the real ities of the programming. onto the ice before the third period, they marketplace and the lessons of the past. The study finds that, despite current mar­ were preparing for another fifteen minu tes of It is important to note that these cost in­ ket share of around 85.6 percent (falling· to around 75 percent by 2002); dynamic services offensive frustration. As the clock rolled creases are authorized under the 1992 Cable down to 11.6 seconds and Glaser caught a fly­ offered by Direct Broadcast Satellite (DBS), ing Middlesex slap shot, the St. Mark's team Act, which I opposed. Indeed, it is my view broadcast television , and other multichannel seemed to spectators to win the New Eng­ that passage of the Cable Act did little to keep video delivery systems provide substantial land's as easily as Glaser snatched that puck down prices, that it resulted in reduced capital and growing competition for cable tele­ into her glove. investment and a stagnation of services of­ vision. More than 65 percent of households Winning the Division 2 New England Prep fered by the industry, and that the regulations can receive six or more broadcast channels School Ice Hockey Championship culminates themselves proved to be a costly and ineffi­ with a suitable antenna. For many house­ a season that brought back the respect St. cient expense. holds, DBS offers greater levels of service at Mark's women's ice hockey held in the early The rate regulation imposed by the Cable prices comparable to or lower than, cable's. nineties. With eight experienced players and DBS appears to provide a good substitute for two aggressive coaches returning for the '98- Act increased the cost of capital to cable sys­ cable even after accounting for up-front '99 season, expect the team to reunite next tems and prevented many from upgrading equipment costs. Competing cable systems year as a might force in th e ISL and all of their systems. One of the major goals of the (overbuilds and Satellite Master Antenna New England. 1996 Telecommunications Act was to promote (TV) have become cost-effective and are May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10679 growing rapidly, especially in the Midwest Mr. Speaker, each year, I am privileged to day in San Antonio. And Thornton believes and Northeast. nominate several outstanding young men and that Mr. Hernandez saved his life. The study also finds that past cable regula­ women from my district to the nation's military But, Mr. Speaker, this is also a story of grat­ tion, especially rate controls, provided little academy. Thad Christofer is certainly a fine itude and having the good grace to express it. or no benefit to consumers, and in fact harmed consumers by inducing lower quality student and a fine young man. I am sure he Many folks would have simply sent Mr. Her­ of service. On the other hand, periods of less will do very well at the Naval Academy and in nandez a note of thanks. But for Thunder regulation, such as the years between 1984 all of his future endeavors. Mr. Speaker, I Thornton, that would never have been and 1990, stimulated production of greater would urge my colleagues to stand and join enough. He arranged a two-part gift. The first quality and wider choice of programming for me in paying tribute to Thad D. Christofer, and was a one-week vacation to Thornton's Cres­ consumers, produced steady increases in de­ in wishing him well at the United States Naval cent H Guest Ranch in Jackson Hole. And the mand for cable, and produced net consumer Academy. second was a brand new White Cadillac welfare gains of $3 billion to $6.5 billion per DeVille, which Thornton presented to Her­ year. nandez in a video-taped family "thank you Finally, the evidence shows that the cable REMARKS ON JOHN C. "THUNDER" industry is in the midst of investing up to $28 card" that was played at a luncheon in San billion to improve its infrastructure, includ­ THORNTON Antonio. Thunder Thornton's action shows that ing over $1 billion per year to convert to it is important to celebrate those "Guardian interactive digital services. The entry of HON. ZACH WAMP Angels" our society needs so badly. It also cable firms into new businesses such as te­ OF TENNESSEE goes a long way toward telling us the kind of lephony, Internet, and digital video is im­ man John Thornton is. proving consumer choice and reducing prices IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, the 3rd District of Tennessee for these services, especially to residential Thursday, May 21, 1998 customers; spurring a competitive response is fortunate to count him among its citizens. from the telephone industry to upgrade its Mr. WAMP. Mr. Speaker, I rise to bring to data transmission capabilities; and giving a the House's attention a wonderful and heart­ boost to the introduction of digital tele­ warming story about a distinguished citizen of TRIBUTE TO LT. COL. DARRYL B. vision and to competition in the Internet the 3rd District of Tennessee. It is a story of KREITMAN business. An imposition of rate controls service above and beyond the call of duty, similar to those of 1993 and 1994 would under­ courage and of a man who knows how to say HON. CHARLES W. STENHOLM mine the financial basis for the cable indus­ thanks with grace and style. That man is John OF TEXAS try to enter these new businesses in the near C. "Thunder" Thornton, who has built a highly term, and hence weaken competition in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES successful business career in Chattanooga wider telecommunications market place. and who owns the Crescent H. Guest Ranch Thursday, May 21, 1998 in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. Describing what Mr. STENHOLM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO THAD D. happened, Thornton says, "If you don't believe to pay tribute to Lieutenant Colonel Darryl B. CHRISTOFER ON HIS APPOINT­ in Guardian Angels, I've got a story for you." Kreitman as he retires with 20 years of distin­ MENT TO ATTEND THE U.S. It begins on Friday, March 27, a day that guished service in the U.S. Air Force. NAVAL ACADEMY started out as a happy family outing to San Lieutenant Colonel Kreitman is retiring from Antonio, Texas to see the final four basketball his position as Deputy Chief of the Air Force's tournament but that nearly ended in sudden, Legislative Weapons Systems Liaison Divi­ HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR tragic death. As "Thunder" Thornton tells it, he sion. In this capacity he is responsible for liai­ OF OHIO and his daughter, Dori, 17, and son Johnny, son between the Air Force and Congress on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 14, were met at the San Antonio Airport by annual authorizations of $30 billion for all Air Thursday , May 21,1998 Cesar Hernandez, who was to drive them in Force weapons systems, munitions and re­ Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to his cab for a tour of the city. They'd planned lated technologies. His expertise in this arena pay special tribute to a truly outstanding young to visit Trinity University there and to see all and his knowledge of Air Force policy and di­ man from Ohio's Fifth Congressional District, the sights in that beautiful old city. rection is unparalleled. Thad D. Christofer. Thad has recently accept­ Without warning, Thornton began to feel a In 1978, after receiving his commission as a ed his offer of appointment to attend the numbness in his arm and shortness of breath Second Lieutenant from OTS, he entered Un­ United States Naval Academy in Annapolis, followed by pain and a feverish feeling "Thun­ dergraduate Navigator Training at Mather Air Maryland. der" Thornton realized that he might be having Force Base, CA. He then flew as a B-52 navi­ Thad, who is from Republic, Ohio, will soon a heart attack. He asked Hernandez to get gator and instructor navigator at Griffiss Air be completing his high school years, and will him to the hospital as quickly as possible. Force Base, New York. be preparing to begin what figures to be one Then he passed out. He awoke to find himself Following a one year Pentagon assignment, of the most challenging and educational op­ in the car at the curbside outside the hospital. Darryl began a remarkable tour of duty in the portunities of his life: his four-year commitment Hernandez got him into a wheel chair and into B-1 at Dyess Air Force Base, Texas. From at the Naval Academy. the hospital where he received first-class treat­ 1986 through 1994, he showed exemplary During his high school years, Thad has ment from Cardiologist Dr. Rusty Felton. Even performance through a range of duties begin­ proven himself to be an exceptional student. as the treatment began he could hear Her­ ning as a B-1 Instructor Offensive Systems In the classroom, Thad's achievements are nandez comforting his son and daughter. Officer and culminating as Commander of the certainly something of which he and his family Some cab drivers-and many people­ 7th Transportation Squadron. His profes­ can be proud. Currently, he is carrying a per­ would have thought they had done enough by sionalism was highlighted when he served as fect 4.0 grade point average. In addition, Thad doing only what their job called for in this situ­ Chief of Transportation while deployed to has extended his scholastic efforts by attend­ ation. They'd just call an ambulance and head Saudi Arabia. It was during his 8 year tour at ing classes at Tiffin University and Heidelberg off to make more fares. But Hernandez went Dyess that his wife Judy gave birth to their College. far above what duty required him to do. He beautiful little Texas girl-Robbin. In addition, Thad is a National Merit Scholar rushed Thunder Thornton to the hospital. Then Darryl's expertise was recognized when he Semifinalist, and is listed in the Who's Who he stayed with Thornton's children while they returned to the Pentagon in 1994; he was se­ Among American High School Students. Thad faced fear and danger, far from home and with lected to manage the B-1 program for the Air has been active in the VFW Voice of Democ­ neither of their parents in a position to help Force's Acquisition community. He then went racy Competition, and has served as Presi­ them. He displayed one of the best traits we on to become the B-1 Branch Chief and the dent of the Seneca County Chapter of the Dis­ like to think we share as Americans, a natural Bomber Division Chief. tributive Education Clubs of America (DECA). instinct to help others who were in harm's Mr. Speaker, I join with my colleagues who And, for the first time in fifty-three years, Thad way-even at some personal cost. Unfortu­ have directly benefited from the outstanding represented Seneca County as a member of nately, we do not see as much of this behav­ support Lieutenant Colonel Kreitman has pro­ the state DECA Board, serving as its Parlia­ ior as we would like in America today. But it vided the Congress and the executive branch, mentarian. was definitely there when it counted that Fri- in both his capacities in legislative liaison and 10680 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 as a premier aviator in the Air Force, in con­ Carpenter. Sheriff Carpenter protected the For over a decade, Mr. Snyder has been gratulating him for a job extremely well done people of Ventura County, California, for al­ taking the eighth graders, who he teaches all and in wishing his family the very best in the most 30 years, serving the community as a subjects to, on a trip to the Nation's Capital. future. Colonel Kreitman is a professional defender of the law and an educator of safety. Mr. Snyder has helped the students experi­ among professionals and has brought great I am proud to say Larry has been my friend ence this once in a lifetime trip through many credit upon himself and the United States Air for many, many years. hours of hard work and fundraising efforts. Force. As a committed and highly ethical officer of Mr. Snyder was raised in Columbus, Indi­ the law, Larry quickly climbed the ladder of ana. From there he went to teacher training rank and responsibility within the department. school at Concordia Lutheran College in River TEEN PREGNANCY PREVENTION Joining the Ventura County Sheriff's Depart­ Forest, Illinois where he majored in Elemen­ MONTH ment in 1969 he has served in many capac­ tary Education. Right out of college he was ities, from public speaking, to personnel and called to teach at St. John's Lutheran School. HON. JANE HARMAN training, to narcotics, to managing court serv­ Over the years, he has taught 786 students OF CALIFORNIA ices and custody. In 197 4, Larry was pro­ and has served with sixty-two other teachers. IN THE HOUSE OF REP RESENTATIVES moted to senior deputy sheriff and later that As the eighth grade teacher for the majority of same year, promoted again, making him a his dedicated service to St. Johns he has in­ Thursday, May 21, 1998 sergeant. In 1984, Larry was appointed under­ fluenced many young lives. Mr. Snyder who Ms. HARMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to sheriff and managed the operations of the en­ lives in Red Bud, Illinois with his wife Eunice, address a subject of utmost importance: teen tire department as second in command. will retire at the end of this school year. pregnancy prevention. Larry's long law enforcement culminated in I ask my colleagues to join me in congratu­ Mr. Speaker, today the United States retains 1993 when he became sheriff. lating Mr. Ronald Snyder on his retirement the unfortunate distinction of having the high­ Those who have worked with, and for, Larry after many devoted years of service to the est rate of teen pregnancy among industri­ have described him as a loyal person with the children of St. Johns and the entire commu­ alized western nations. Over the past decade finest ethical standards. His interpersonal and nity. we have made some progress in bringing organizational skills made him a good man­ down the number of pregnancies among ager, but Larry's stellar professional attributes teens. But too many kids are still having kids, were not his only strong points-they simply INTRODUCTION OF THE ASSISTING and suffering social and economic repercus­ served as a vehicle for his creative and ambi­ ACQUISITION OF RUS SIAN MATE­ sions throughout their lives because of it. We tious ideas which he implemented for the good RIAL ACT can and must do better. of his community. We must do better because unintended teen Larry developed the Sheriff department's HON. TED STRICKLAND pregnancies mean more difficult lives, and "hostage negotiation team" and was an active OF OHIO fewer opportunities, for teen parents and their proponent of opening the Todd Road Jail, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES children. We know that teen mothers are less which boasts an innovative inmate manage­ Thursday, May 21, 1998 likely to graduate from high school , and more ment philosophy. He led the fight to continue likely to depend on welfare. And their children the use of military surplus helicopters, saving Mr. STRICKLAND. Mr. Speaker, today, I am start life at a distinct disadvantage-on aver­ millions of local tax dollars annually, and im­ introducing legislation, the Assisting Acquisi­ age smaller at birth, they are more likely to be plemented a platoon response plan for tactical tion of Russian Material (AARM) Act, along hospitalized, more likely to perform poorly in emergencies. In addition, he opened "store­ with my colleague Eo WHITFIELD of Kentucky, school, and more likely to suffer abuse and front" operations to deliver sheriff's services which would provide the Department of En­ neglect. into the neighborhoods. These are merely a ergy with "standby" authority to purchase Rus­ And the cycle is likely to be repeated. Over few of Sheriff Carpenter's achievements which sian uranium under the U.S.-Russian-HEU 20 percent of children of teen mothers will in have made real differences in the lives of Ven­ Agreement signed in 1993. The Russian Fed­ turn have children at a young age. Mr. Speak­ tura County's citizens. eration and the United States entered into this er, our society suffers when our children start You cannot put a price on safety, or thank agreement to ensure that highly enriched ura­ life with such odds against them. someone enough for putting their life on the nium (HEU) from dismantled nuclear war­ · We must also do better because an ounce line to protect others. We can never really heads would be used for peaceful purposes of prevention is indeed worth a pound of repay. the heroism and bravery which protects only. In January 1994, President Clinton an­ cure-prevention works. Studies show that the us each day, which often goes unnoticed. But nounced that the U.S. and Russia signed a federal government spends more than $39 bil­ we can say thank you: Thank you Sheriff Larry contract to purchase $12 billion of highly en­ lion in assistance to families begun by teen Carpenter for your years of service protecting riched uranium over a 20-year period. The parents and only $131 million to prevent teen our families and for making our community a U.S. purchase of 500 metric tons of this mate­ pregnancy. When we work with our kids to safer and better place to live. I ask my col­ rial is clearly a crucial national security initia­ prepare them to avoid pregnancy, through leagues to join me in wishing my friend Larry tive. This foreign policy measure provides an good parental communication and involvement a long and happy retirement. important incentive to the Russian Federation in their lives, education, and family planning to continue dismantling its nuclear weapons programs, the numbers are clear: unintended and ultimately helps to safeguard the U.S. and births decline. TRIBUTE TO RONALD SNYDER the rest of the world from the threat of a nu­ What a better way, Mr. Speaker, to reduce clear incident. abortion in this country than to prevent unin­ HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO I strongly support this foreign policy objec­ tended pregnancies? I hope today we can all OF ILLINOIS tive which serves our national security inter­ renew our efforts to support and fund teen IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ests and those interests of the entire world. pregnancy prevention programs. However, under this U.S.-Russian Agreement, Thursday, May 21, 1998 the United States Enrichment Corporation Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to (USEC) will serve as the Executive Agent re­ SALUTE TO LARRY CARPENTER recognize a great teacher, Mr. Ronald Snyder, sponsible for acquiring the downblended Rus­ on his retirement from St. John's Lutheran sian uranium which it will then sell as commer­ HON. ELTON GALLEGLY School in Red Bud, Illinois. cial nuclear reactor fuel. The status of USEC OF CALIFORNIA Over the last 43 years, Mr. Snyder has as the Executive Agent under this agreement IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES shared his many talents with the community. troubles me because, at this time, the govern­ Mr. Snyder joined the St. John's staff in 1955 ment is privatizing the industry responsible for Thursday, May 21, 1998 and has taught both the seventh and eighth implementing the U.S.- Russian HEU Agree­ Mr. GALLEGLY. Mr. Speaker, I would like to grade classes. In his early years he also ment. A private USEC acting as the Executive pay tribute to an outstanding public servant on served the school as Principal , Choir Director Agent will face conflicting obligations to maxi­ his retirement, Ventura County Sheriff Larry and Youth Director. mize profits and to fulfill its requirements May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10681 under both the U.S.-Russian Agreement and NORTHERN IRELAND PEACE CONGRATULATIONS ON THE 32ND the statutory purposes guiding the privatization TREATY ANNIVERSARY OF GUYANA' S process of the corporation. INDEPENDENCE Under the laws governing privatization of USEC, Congress specifically outlined eight HON. JOHN P. MURTHA HON. DONALD M. PAYNE OF NEW JERSEY statutory criteria, including a requirement that OF PENNSYLVANIA privatization lead to "continued operation" of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the gaseous diffusion plants in Portsmouth, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, May 21, 1998 Ohio and Paducah, Kentucky. However, if Thursday, May 21, 1998 Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I would like to ask USEC is forced to purchase significant quan­ my colleagues here in the U.S. House of Rep­ tities of Russian uranium under the HEU Mr. MURTHA. Mr. Speaker, I would like to resentatives to join me in congratulating the Agreement, the corporation may be forced to share with my Colleagues the following ex­ New Jersey Arya Samaj Mandir, Inc. as they reduce work at the plants or to close one en­ cerpts from an interview with the new Presi­ celebrate a very special occasion-the 32nd tirely. Clearly, the role of USEC as the Execu­ dent of Ireland, Mary McAleese. In her poign­ Anniversary of the Independence of the Re­ tive Agent under the Agreement could lead the ant description of President Clinton's visit to public of Guyana. In honor of this event, a newly privatized corporation to choose be­ Northern Ireland in 1995 and his consummate commemorative flag-raising ceremony will take tween the national security purpose of import­ diplomacy in that extremely delicate political place on Tuesday, May 26, 1998 in the Coun­ ing higher priced Russian material and its own environment, she notes how grateful the peo­ cil Chambers at Jersey City Hall. desire to maximize profits. Furthermore, the In 1621 the Dutch started to colonize Guy­ ple of Ireland are to the President for his com­ public objective of purchasing specific quan­ ana and in 1640 the first slaves arrived from tities of Russian uranium directly conflicts with mitment and effort toward bringing about a Africa. In 1763 about 100 years before the and adversely affects the statutory criteria call­ peace treaty in Northern Ireland. I felt it should American Emancipation, the slaves in Guyana ing for continued operation of the gaseous dif­ be brought to your attention. The interview, revolted in the ill fated effort known as the fusion plants. with reporter Niall O'Dowd, appeared in the Berbice Slave Rebellion. In 1781 the British In order to help resolve these potential con­ May/June 1998 edition of Irish America Maga­ captured the colony but were ousted within the flicts and ensure that U.S. foreign and domes­ zine. year. From 1782 until the return of the British in 1812 the colony was administered by tic policy objectives are met, the AARM Act Irish America: You met President Clinton French and Dutch Administrations. states that the Department of Energy will have during his visit to Northern Ireland in 1995. In 1835 laborers were brought in from Por­ the authority to purchase, hold and resell the What were your impressions of him then and tugal and 1838 marked the beginning of in­ downblended HEU imported from Russia now? under the U.S.-Russian Agreement. This legis­ dentured servitude with the arrival of laborers On the day that he came to Northern Ire­ lation helps to preserve the livelihoods of from India. The Chinese came in 1853. In land, I don't think there is any doubt that those in the communities surrounding the gas­ 1953 elections were held for the first time the Unionists, for instance, were very skep­ eous diffusion plants while ensuring that the under the system of universal adult suffrage. tical. And you know as well as I do the mine­ The People's Progressive (PPP) won this U.S. continues to purchase Russian uranium field that is Northern Ireland. If you use the to reduce the threat posed to the world by dis­ election but was removed after 133 days from word Derry instead of Londonderry, or Lon­ office by the British. mantled nuclear warheads. The bill represents donderry instead of Derry, everyone is exer­ a common-sense solution, ensuring that the The PPP was reelected in 1957 and again cised. The opportunities to make a mess are in 1961 . During these two terms under the government maintains responsibility over our total. For a president to come, and speak off national security interests and that the private system of internal self rule, the colony of the the cuff as he did was amazing. He spoke then British Guiana experienced significant so­ sector can function without being saddled with flawlessly. He did not put one single foot unnecessary burdens. cial and economic growth in spite of political wrong. He didn't get one inflection wrong, he disturbances especially in the early 60's. In didn't get one name wrong. I was absolutely 1964, an unpopular government was brought mesmerized by his sheer intellect-the man to power through external influences. It re­ is incredibly clever. TRIBUTE TO PRESIDENT LEE mained in power until 1992 through constant I don't know a politician on this planet rigging of national elections. In 1966, Guyana who has the intellect, the depth, the char­ became an independent nation and in 1970 it HON. JOE SCARBOROUGH ismatic skills of this man. He is extraor­ obtained republican status. dinary. On October 5th, 1992 the first free and fair OF FLORIDA What he did that day was a miracle, be­ elections were held since 1964. This election IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cause there was a lot of Unionist skepticism supervised by a team of international observ­ about him, a lot of determination that no ers led by former U.S. President Carter Thursday, May 21, 1998 matter how good this party got, they weren't brought the PPP-Civic government under the going to enjoy it. And yet they did. Over the Presidency of Dr. Cheddi Jagan to office. Over Mr. SCARBOROUGH. Mr. Speaker, Taiwan , twenty-four hour period, he effectively se­ 50 percent of Guyana's population consist of known as the Republic of China, marked its duced them. He won them over. East Indians, whose ancestors came to Guy­ president's second anniversary in office on He and his wife worked a miracle that day. ana from India. Therefore, Mr. Speaker, I May 20, 1998. President Lee Teng-hui, a Tai­ I just want people to know how very grateful would also like to applaud the New Jersey wan-born statesman, should be commended we are for this president who is so com­ Arya Samaj Mandir, Inc. for their support of for his leadership and vision for his country. mitted. He has been a large part of the scaf­ Hindu culture and serving the educational, cul­ President Lee's leadership lies in his ability folding that is holding up this kind of precar­ tural, and religious needs of the Hindu immi­ to rally his 21 million compatriots into believing ious edifice of peace.* * * grant population that lives in New Jersey. that the course Taiwan has chosen to take, We are very grateful to the ongoing Amer­ economic and political, is right for them. Presi­ ican commitment to Ireland in all its as­ dent Lee has convinced them that their future IRS REGULATIONS HARM pects because we are on the way to achieving ELECTRIC COMPETITION lies in free trade and private enterprise as well phenomenal success. As a small island off as in full democracy. With the help of his com­ the west of Europe, it is desperately impor­ patriots, President Lee will lead the Republic tant to us that we have friendships that open HON. PHIL ENGLISH of China to ever greater economic prosperity a window onto an entirely different world to OF PENNSYLVANIA at home and international recognition abroad. ours. It helps us to blossom and grow. I want IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES On the occasion of President Lee's second to be able to celebrate, and thank people for Thursday, May 21,1998 anniversary in office·. I wish President Lee that and develop a sense of the global Irish Mr. ENGLISH of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, godspeed and good fortune. family. rise today to express my concern with new 10682 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 IRS regulations that undermine competition in SALUTE T O BLUE RIBBON situations, and his ability to convey wisdom the evolving electricity market. The regula­ SCHOOLS without being imposing' has served him and tions, which became effective in February of students well over the years. this year, greatly expand the role of govern­ HON. RON PACKARD Louie is a wonderful asset to San Jose ment-owned utilities as provider in the elec­ OF CALIFORNIA State and our entire community, and I am proud to extend to him my most heartfelt good tricity marketplace. These regulations harm IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES wishes in honor of his retirement. competition and reduce federal , state and Thursday, May 21, 1998 local tax revenues. Mr. PACKARD. Mr. Speaker, this week the In response to these new regulations, I am Department of Education announced the se­ ANDRE NICHOLSON, DISTRICT OF introducing legislation today to help remedy lection of 16 secondary schools to be pre­ COLUMBIA WINNER, 1997- 98 VFW this situation. I am joined in this effort by my sented the prestigious Blue Ribbon Schools VOICE OF DEMOCRACY SCHOLAR­ colleagues, Rep. WILLIAM JEFFERSON and Rep . Award. I am thrilled that two of these schools, SHIP COMP ETITION PHIL CRANE, both distinguished Members of Dana Hills High School and Santa Margarita the House Ways and Means Committee. Catholic High School, are in my district, and I HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON would like to take this opportunity to applaud OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA This legislation would stipulate that govern­ both of these schools for this achievement. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment-owned utilities that choose to sell be­ Blue Ribbon Schools are judged on the yond their service territory will be denied the basis of being especially effective in meeting Thursday, May 21, 1998 use of tax-exempt debt and their general in­ local, state, and national goals. These schools Ms. NORTON Mr. Speaker, the Veterans of come tax exemption to support their electricity display the qualities of excellence that are Foreign Wars of the United States and its La­ sales. In an era of evolving competition, there necessary to prepare our children for the chal­ dies Auxiliary sponsor the Voice of Democracy is no place for such government subsidies lenges of the next century. audio-essay scholarship competition. The pro­ which not only harm the federal treasury but Dana Hills and Santa Margarita have both gram is now in its 51st year and required high reached a level of excellence and fully de­ school student entrants to write and record a displace state and local tax revenues as well. serve the recognition they are receiving with three to five minute essay and an announced Ta deal with the dilemma that has arisen the Blue Ribbon Award. Teachers, parents, patriotic theme. "My Voice in our Democracy" with respect to this issue, I want to clarify what volunteers and of course the students them­ was this year's theme, and more than 100,000 my legislation will do as well as what it will not selves must be congratulated for their efforts. students participated in the program nation­ do. First, the legislation deals only with gov­ Through exceptional academics, athletics, and wide. ernment-owned utilities that are selling excess after-school programs, Dana Hills and Santa Mr. Speaker, I am extremely proud to report electric generation outside of their service Margarita have set themselves apart from to this body that Andre R. Nicholson, a senior area. To put that in context, there are approxi­ other schools. at Ballou Senior High School has been named Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to stand here mately 2,200 utilities in this nation that are a National winner in the 1998 Voice of De­ today to recognize these excellent academic mocracy Program and recipient of the $1 ,000 owned by state or local governments. My bill institutions and I extend my congratulations to Department of Nevada and its ladies Auxiliary will impact less than 30 of these government­ Dana Hills High School and Santa Margarita Scholarship Award. Andre is the son of Robin owned utilities, those with excess generation Catholic School. and Jane Nicholson and he plans a career in capacity who chose to sell to persons other marketing. Andre participated in the program than their historic customers. as a project of his government class. I am T RIBUTE TO DR. L OUIE BAROZZI My legislation will help level the playing field pleased to acknowledge his teacher Paul Charles and his principal Kenneth Jones, between government-owned electric utilities HON. ZOE LOFGREN and all other electricity suppliers in the new Ph.D. OF CALIFORNIA Mr. Speaker, I submit for the reflection of competitive marketplace. The legislation, how­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Members Andre Nicholson's award win­ ever, will not affect the vast majority of gov­ ning essay. ernment-owned utilities. As I mentioned ear­ Thursday, May 21, 1998 lier, less than 30 large, aggressive utilities that Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Speaker, I am honored M Y VOICE IN OUR D EMOCRACY want to sell electric generation outside of their to make a special tribute to Dr. Louie Barozzi 1997-98 VFW VOICE OF DEMOCRACY SCHOLARSHIP COMPETITION service territory will be affected. in honor of his retirement as the Director of International Programs and Student Services (By District of Columbia Winner; Andre My bill will not affect federally-owned utilities at San Jose State University. Nicholson) such as the Bonneville Power Administration He has brought a wealth of knowledge, sen­ Good afternoon Honorable Judges and nor rural electric cooperatives. Most impor­ sitivity, charm, and service to the university members of the Veterans of Foreign Wars tantly, it will not affect the vast majority of (VFW). and community in the 30 years he served at As a young man in high school, it is an bonds issued by local municipalities which San Jose State-the only place he has ever honor and pleasure for me to participate in serve legitimate governmental purposes (such worked, in fact. the VFW Voice of Democracy Scholarship as police, fire, hospitals and other services) Louie started at the university in 1968 as an Program. I hope that not only my voice in which benefit persons who reside in the serv­ Advisor at Large. On his way to becoming Di­ our Dem ocracy will be heard but other voices young and old, as we enter the twen­ ice territory. rector of International Programs and Student Services he served as Counselor in Coun­ ty-first century. If a government-owned utility wants to com­ seling Services and Chair of the Academic In Abraham Lincoln's Gettysburg address pete in the open electricity marketplace, then he states "that this government of the peo­ Senate. ple, by the people and for the people sh all they must give up their use of tax-exempt There are not enough adjectives to describe not perish from the earth." bonds and give up their income tax exemp­ Louie Barozzi. Some of the most apt include The basic premise of democracy cries out tions on sales outside of their historic service kind, thoughtful , insightful, caring, sensitive, that each individual's worth and dignity territory. Mr. Speaker, let me note that my bill hard-working, conscientious, flexible, eternally must be recognized and respected by all of will in no way affect the ability of a munici­ optismistic, generous, wise, humorous, witty, society at all times; regardless of race, reli­ gion, or station in life. pality to annex new service territory and en­ sympathetic, and friendly. Louie is always willing to lend a helping Dr. King once said he had a dream, and gage in growth consistent with state rules and hand and make time for those in need. He has that dream was that one day this nation would live out the true meaning of its creed, regulations. And finally, let me state that my been a mentor to many, serving as a surro­ bill will in no way affect existing tax-exempt we hold these truths to be self evident that gate father to students and a wonderful father all men are created equal. bonds or current bond holders. to his own children. His wonderful sense of The concept s of democracy go on to insist humor has helped carry others through difficult all men should be equal before th e law and May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10683 by way of opportunity; that the majority Some of them were more important than oth­ Most of the stars and stunt performers who should rule restrained by minority rights. It ers in assisting our understanding of the world worked in westerns in this era lived in the San also states that we must compromise to find and our place in it. For me, Dan Goldrich was Fernando or the Santa Clarita Valley. Montie a satisfactory solution and that the freedom one of the very few who stood head and of one individual should not infringe upon was no exception, living on 20 acres in the others. shoulders above the rest. He helped me de­ town of Northridge (and serving as honorary This has been an experiment in govern­ velop my ability to think critically and defy con­ Mayor), which is in my district. As a child who ment, and like all experiments it's been a ventional wisdom when necessary. He is grew up in the San Fernando Valley, one of trial and error process, good times and bad credentialed as a Professor of Political my highlights was seeing Montie, who regu­ times, sunshine and rain. Science but he taught me much more. Often larly made appearances at Southern California However, if we the people of the United as I take to the Floor of the House of Rep­ schools. I recall to this day seeing him when States are to form a more perfect union; we must be willing go grow along spiritual lines. resentatives to debate issues of human rights, I was a student at Plainview Avenue Elemen­ On the back of one of our most prize posses­ labor rights, international trade, the environ­ tary School. It is estimated that Montie per­ sion (the dollar bill) is the statement " In ment or U.S. foreign policy, Dan's lessons formed before 8,000,000 kids, often accom­ God We Trust". If we would try more dili­ echo in my mind. Dan's teaching didn't end panied by his horse Rex. gently to seek and do God's will, we as with my graduation from graduate school. He Montie was also a fixture at the annual human beings would exhibit more God-like has continued to counsel and assist me during Tournament of Roses Parade. It is estimated characteristics such as honesty, consider­ my political career. He has also constantly that he appeared at the parade more often ation, tolerance, forgiveness, faith, patience challenged me and many other former stu­ than anyone else. He also rode in the 1949 In­ and concerns for others. By doing this I think the democratic proc­ dents by the example he sets as a tireless ac­ augural Parade and "roped" President Eisen­ ess would run smoother and we would form a tivist and humanitarian. Congratulations on hower in the 1953 parade. In addition, he was more perfect union. your formal retirement to emeritus status! I a part of some of the finest movies of this era: Will my voice be heard in our Democracy? fully expect that freedom from the demands of Cheyenne Autumn, The Man Who Shot Lib­ Yes, I believe that my voice, as well as other full time teaching will give Dan even more time erty Valence, A Star Is Born, and The Will young adults will be heard. In order to have and energy to inspire a whole new generation Rogers Story. The latter of these also featured a unified democracy to improve our country, of activists who understand the struggle for Montie's daughter Linda. it is vital that the voices of the young and the old go together in order to make this a sustainability, democracy and equity! After living in Northridge for thirty years, better world. Montie moved to Agua Dulce, adjacent to the Too many individuals, such as George Vasquez Rocks which were featured as a Washington, Thomas Jefferson and J ames TRIBUTE TO MONTIE MONTANA backdrop in numerous westerns. He continued Madison, put in countless hours of work in to be an active part of the community and I order for us to have a good constitution in a HON. HOWARD P. "BUCK" McKEON often saw him in and around the Santa Clarita democratic society. We must continue and Valley. He also was enshrined in the Rodeo push hard. I know we can make it work. OF CALIFORNIA I'd like to thank you very much for giving IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hall of Fame in Oklahoma and the Walk of Western Stars in Newhall, California, ultimate me the opportunity to participate in the Thursday, May 21, 1998 VFW Scholarship Program and may God recognitions for one of the greatest cowboys. Bless you. Mr. McKEON. Mr. Speaker, today I wish to Although Montie would later move again, I al­ pay homage to a gentleman whose storied ca­ ways considered him a part of our community, reer in the entertainment field lasted more and was deeply saddened when I learned last SPACE DAY than 60 years. Anyone familiar with westerns night that he had passed away. and the people who made westerns a corner­ I fell blessed to have known Montie and will HON. GEORGE E. BROWN, JR. stone of motion pictures would recognize the miss him. Thank you, Montie, for many cher­ OF CALIFORNIA name Montie Montana. Quite simply, Montie ished memories. God Bless You. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was the best "trick roper" in the business. For me, he was also a friend and someone who Thursday, May 21,1998 people in my district honored and admired. THANK YOU, MRS. WRIGHT Mr. BROWN of California. Mr. Speaker, I Montie was born Owen Harlan Mickel on would like to briefly note that today, May 21st, June 21, 1910, to Edgar Owen Mickel and HON. JAMFS A. BARCIA is "Space Day". It is a day intended to cele­ Mary Edna Harlan Mickel. He spent much of OF MICHIGAN brate humanity's accomplishments in space. It his childhood around Wolf Point, Montana, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is also a day for using space exploration as a which seemed to always have a special place teaching aid for imparting the importance of in Montie's heart. Montie saw his first rodeo in Thursday, May 21,1998 science and mathematics education. Wolf Point at the age of 6, his first exposure Mr. BARCIA Mr. Speaker, no one doubts First established in 1997, Space Day draws to the talents that would eventually make him the importance of teachers in our lives. Ubly on the efforts of some 34 organizations and famous. Community Schools has been blessed with an individuals in both the private and public sec­ By the mid-1920's Montie was eagerly outstanding teacher, Bonnetta Wright, for the tors. It features activities in schools and com­ honing his rope skills, even surviving a serious past thirty seven years. She is being honored munities both across America and around the injury that he sustained while training a horse. with a retirement event, and the best honor I world, as well as events on the Worldwide Montie's family spend much of the late 1920's can think of for her is the memory of one of Web. and early 1930's touring and performing at ro­ her students. Lori Shemka, a remarkable As someone who has long believed in the deos throughout the west. At the age of 21, young lady who is today an attorney near De­ importance of our space program and the ben­ Montie had become a regular at Hoot Gib­ troit, and has served here as the Congres­ efits that it can deliver to all of our citizens, I son's ranch in Saugus, California, and his rop­ sional Page assigned to former Speaker of the want to offer my best wishes for a successful ing skills were encouraged by the legendary House Tom Foley, provided me with the fol­ Space Day '98. star Tom Mix. lowing description of her kindergarten teacher, A few years later Montie married Louise Ar­ Bonnetta Wright: CONGRATULATIONS TO cher and starred in his first movie, Circle of " Before preschool, young five's, and Bar­ PROFESSOR DAN GOLDRICH Death, doing his own stunts. He remained a ney, there was Mrs. Wright. The lady with fixture in movies, television, and shows during the perpetual smile and heartfelt chuckle HON. PETER A. DeFAZIO the next three decades, and was at his peak had her kindergartners practicing their let­ during Hollywood's Golden Age in the 1940's ters and numbers with fat red pencils. It was OF OREGON not long before her lessons plans and sooth­ and 1950's. Western pictures were at their ze­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing voice had captivated the students and ef­ nith as well, and Montie knew everyone who fectively dried their tears from the traumas Thursday, May 21, 1998 today represent a "Who's Who" of classic of the dreaded First Day. They colored with Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Speaker, we all had westerns: John Wayne, Gene Autry, Tom Mix, wide, chunky Crayolas that came in the many teachers during our years of education. Roy Rogers, and John Ford to name a few. eight-pack box. The entire school knew when 10684 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 Mrs. Wright's class was walking down the minder of the true, lasting loss when violent She had question, even doubts? I was hall because the youngsters would have their crime touches our lives. thoughtful and then glad. rips puckered in silence and would march in If God let Becky have questions, then ques­ single file with their hands on their hips. [From the Kingwood Observer, Apr. 29, 1998] tions weren't so bad. Some later concluded that this was not a ONE MOTHER'S GOOD-BYE Then I wasn't so bad. military exercise but an example of walking We both went to Thursday morning Bible (By Cynthia Calvert) study, led by Senior Minister Louis Zbinden. with purpose. Not many children know Last Friday evening, the state of Texas ex­ where they were going, but Mrs. Wright's al­ I studied, and hard, especially considering I ecuted another murderer. had an 11-month-old to mother. I researched ways did. Lesley Lee Gosch, 42, was put to death at " Mrs. Wright taught her students to "use those three typed pages of questions each 6:38p.m. week. I studied. I learned. inside voices" since the classroom was not a At that exact moment, I was watching, One Wednesday, two desperate men bought barnyard. Hand washing came before snack with my two children the pink, yellow, gold­ flowers and rang Becky's doorbell. They con­ time. She subtly chastised the few who dared en sunset on the Intercoastal Canal near my nived their way in. They put a gun to her to cut in line with the reminder. " Only billy family's beach home on the Bolivar Penin­ head and made her call her husband for goats butt into a line ... are you a billy sula. money. Something went wrong-many later goat?" The student would mumble a re­ Lesley Lee Gosch had twice asked for speculated she saw Gosch's deformed little morseful "no" and Mrs. Wright would chuck­ clemency, that is being spared, set free-for finger and could identify him. She begged for le and say, " Well, I would hope not!" Her les­ his crimes. He had two, at least. He com­ her life. They shot her six times, in the head. sons instilled the importance of detail: one mitted the murder of a young San Antonio The time between her call for money and the finger space between words, two finger housewife while trying to gather money to police bursting in her front door was less spaces between sentences. Practicality was avoid a trial for making and selling illegal than an hour. her hallmark. gun silencers. An angel was taken that day. "As Mrs. Wright was dedicated to her pro­ Most of us in Kingwood don't need too The next day was Thursday, the weekly fession, her students knew that they were many gun silencers. Perhaps only really Bible study. Devastation and grief swallowed expected to participate in the day's lessons, really bad people need to muffle the noise of the sanctuary where several hundred women regardless of how they tried to hide their a gunshot. sat in stunned numbness. The normally eyes. Parents also knew that Mrs. Wright ex­ Gosch was an Eagle Scout. Yes, all those unflappable Louis could not choke back his pected them to be involved. To this day, few meetings and badges and camping trips and tears. are in short supply of safety pins because oaths-well, they just dissolved into an evil Gosch went on to live for nearly 13 more Mrs. Wright was always pinning notes into nothingness. years. Becky's daughter's grew up--I had a the students' shirts. Gosch was name in Thursday's and Fri­ second child. He asked for and received stays "Each day, Mrs. Wright would select a day's headlines, albeit second pagers, for a of his execution. His last request was based class leader who would start the class with day or two. Now he is dead, along with Karla on the Texas Open Meetings Act. Incredibly the pledge of allegiance, savor in the thrill of Faye Tucker and three others so far this callous and disrespectful and contemptuous. leaving class to take the attendance slip to year (37 in 1997). Just like his behavior 13 years earlier in that the office, and would lead the class march to Gosch is notable to me because I knew his San Antonio home. recess, gym and music. Being the leader cer­ Prison just doesn't change them. victim-Rebecca Jo Patton. Becky was only The true crime is the delay in this punish­ tainly fed hungry egos but the duty also re­ 42 (ironically the age of Gosch when executed minded the student that with responsibility ment and we are the ones responsible for it. and nearly my age as I write this) when We sit at home and do not call or even write came accountability. For that one day, the Gosch shot her six times in the head and left eyes of the class were on that student. The our legislators to demand swift punishments. her in the hallway of her San Antonio home It is those intervals between the crime and consequences of abusing Mrs. Wright's trust for her daughters to find. Those girls were 15 was unthinkable! The inherent g·uilt of dis­ the punishment that is wrong. Time to and 11. I am 41 and my children are 13 and 9. think, time to beg, time to live. Years and appointing Mrs. Wright was far greater than Just stop for a moment and imagine the des­ any possible discipline. years of hard, hard moments for the families. olation and grief you would feel if someone The mother of any child will tell you that "During her career, Mrs. Wright has com­ was senselessly taken from you like Becky manded a classroom of order and mutual re­ punishment must quickly follow mis­ was from her family. Gosch and a friend de­ behavior or the lesson is lost. Criminals spect. In return, she has been endeared by livered flowers as a ruse to Becky and then, parents and a community who were assured today have no quick consequences. Gosch at gunpoint, forced her to call her bank­ had 13 years! that their children were instilled with the president husband and demand a huge ran­ The only ones to really serve life sentences best fundamentals any program could offer som. The pair were then going to use the are the families. and she is genuinely loved and admired by cash to fly to Belize, spending the rest of Louis would often say that the most com­ the students to whom she has dedicated her their days in the sun-drenched Caribbean. mon words in heaven must surely be "Oh". career. Mrs. Wright never led them wrong." A nice life if you can get it. Because that is what is said when finally Mr. Speaker, what a wonderful tribute to a Instead, Gosch got 13 years in Huntsville, we have perfect understanding. "Oh!," we 'll wonderful lady. I urge you and all of our col­ two media-frenzied pleas for mercy and then say. Good-bye Becky. While I'm still uncom­ leagues to join me in saying-Thank you, Mrs. death. His buddy got 45 years and is schedule fortable, I know you aren't. Wright. to be released in June. My friend got mur­ dered. Her husband, for a while, got sus­ picious looks and doubts. Her daughters got IN MEMORY OF REBECCA JO pain and tears, and graduations and boy­ AMBROSINO HONORED friends, and weddings with no mother. Tex­ PATTON ans got the bill. But our victims you see, get very little by HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI HON. KEVIN BRADY law. In Texas, victims do not have the right OF PENNSYLVANIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF TEXAS to attend the trial of the accused. You can­ not go, without the judge's permission, to Thursday, May 21, 1998 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the trial of the person who murders your Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Thursday, May 21,1998 mother. to congratulate Mr. Carmen Ambrosino on his Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rarely I was a young mom who joined First Pres­ byterian Church of San Antonio in 1984. I 25 outstanding years as Director of Wyoming submit remarks to be entered into the CoN­ signed up for everything that had childcare. Valley Drug and Alcohol Services. GRESSIONAL RECORD, but I commend to the I joined, one Sunday September morning, the A certified Addictions Counselor and Cer­ nation the following editorial published April " Uncomfortables" class. The class for those tified Preventions Specialist in Pennsylvania, 29, 1998 in the Kingwood, Texas Observer. who have deep, unanswered questions about Mr. Ambrosino founded the first Pennsylvania The writer is Cynthia Calvert, who is managing Christianity and religion but who still be­ chapter of the National Association of Alco­ editor of the newspaper, a community leader, lieve. To my great surprise, she was there. holism and Drug Abuse Counselors and sat a dedicated mother of two and, I am proud to Becky Patton-the very life of the 2,000- on that organization's national board for two say, a friend. member downtown church. The one who was in every circle, on every youth list, who years. He has developed college and graduate Given the current tone of debate over cap­ taught the little kids at Bible School, who courses on dependency for area universities. ital punishment-in which too often the killer is performed countless, anonymous unselfish Carmen Ambrosino is nationally recognized glorified while the victim and their loved ones acts, who sustained the church. in the field of drug and alcohol patient coun­ are forgotten-this editorial is a poignant re- She was uncomfortable? seling and prevention education services. May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10685 From being recognized in 1979 as an Out­ Our commitment to student learning has study abroad; Woodrow Wilson scholarships standing Young Pennsylvanian to being recog­ resulted in recognition at the state and na­ and mentor teacher projects. Teachers are nized recently by the Four Chaplains of Phila­ tional levels. Torrey Pines High School is a currently involved with the Teacher-Led twice-honored Nationally Distinguished Professional Development Project, Cali­ delphia, Mr. Ambrosino's work has been ac­ School (1987 and 1993), three-time California fornia School Leadership Academy (CSLA), claimed throughout his career. He has au­ Distinguished School (1986, 1993 and 1996) and the National Science Foundation, California thored six nationally-released publications for chosen by Redbook Magazine as the " Best Literature and Mathematics Projects and young people and served as a consultant on High School in California" in ~993 and recog­ other professional growth activities and pro­ a drug education film . In 1996, he was nomi­ nized for " Overall Excellence" in 1995. 97% of fe ssional associations. Intradepartmental re­ nated by the Governor of Pennsylvania for the our graduates attend college and our test view and team planning are supplemented by Prevention Professional of the Year Award. In scores are consistently among the highest in workshops, classes, lectures, support groups, 1997, he was a delegate to the Presidential the state. In 1996 our students had the high­ sabbatical leaves, summer institutes, est SAT scores in San Diego County. Torrey inservices and staff development programs. Summit on volunteerism in Philadelphia. Pines athletic teams, likewise, have a tradi­ TPHS parents play a vital role in the Mr. Speaker, these are but a few accom­ tion of achievement, winning 66 CIF Cham­ TPHS community. Each fall, five parents are plishments in Carmen Ambrosino's long ca­ pionships, with 44 since 1990. elected to the School Site Council, which reer. Carmen Ambrosino saw the problem of To maximize in-depth student learning and meets monthly with the principal and over­ drug and alcohol abuse in Northeastern Penn­ facilitate project-oriented instruction, we sees the School Improvement Plan. Parents sylvania and undertook the challenge. He has use a rotating two-hour block schedule. Sev­ also serve as TPHS representatives to the served his community with dedication and eral noteworthy programs help us address District Site Council, District Budget Com­ commitment. He and his organization have the needs of our diverse population. The mittee, Site and District GATE committees, touched the lives of countless thousands of Peer-Tutoring Center and Math Assistance District Curriculum Review Committee, Leg­ Program log over 1,000 hours of tutoring islative Analysis Network and the Bilingual school children through education and preven­ each year. The Center offers tutoring after Advisory Committee. School-to-home com­ tion. He is the uncontested leader in his field school and evenings in all subject areas. The munication is accomplished through a in Northeastern Pennsylvania. . Advancement Via Individual Determination monthly newsletter and numerous parent I am extremely pleased to have had the op­ Program (AVID) fosters the academic suc­ meetings held at the school. Back-to-School portunity to bring just a few of his many ac­ cess of under-represented minorities. Project Night, sponsored by the Parent Association, complishments to the attention of my col­ Astral provides Latino language minority is held annually in October and fills the leagues. I send my sincere best wishes as the students with the opportunity to attain aca­ school to capacity. giving parents the oppor­ community gathers on May 29 to pay tribute to demic excellence and high self-esteem tunity to visit all classrooms. An estimated the outstanding career of this fine community through English and Spanish language lit­ 600 parents attend annual College Nights and erature instruction and theatrical produc­ eight Parent Information Forums are spon­ leader. tions. Student Assistance Services (SAS) is a sored each year by the SAS team and reach comprehensive program that offers a variety approximately 100 parents. Four to six dis­ IN TRIBUTE TO TORREY PINES of activities fo cusing on preparing students trict information evenings are held annually to be "ready to learn" and providing the nec­ for parents of bilingual students, attended by HIGH SCHOOL: A NATIONAL essary services and networks to meet this an average of 175 persons and 3 to 4 meetings BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL goal, including student support groups, the per year are held for parents of students in Human Relations Council, parent education Special Education. HON. RANDY "DUKE" CUNNINGHAM forums, Peer Assistance Listeners (PALS), The Torrey Pines High School Foundation OF CALIFORNIA Choices and Challenges, staff inservices and was founded in 1993 to raise funds through IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES community referrals. The program trains donations and special events for the benefit students to offer unconditional positive re­ of all students. Foundation funds support Thursday, May 21,1998 gard for their peers and provide emotional programs and improvements which are not Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Mr. Speaker, I am support for those who are referred to the pro­ adequately funded by district allocations. pleased to announce that Torrey Pines High gram. These programs and improvements provide School, located in my 51st Congressional Dis­ Our commitment to excellence in the for growth, broadened experiences and a classroom is complemented by the breadth well-rounded education for every student. trict, part of the San Dieguito Union School and dept of our program of extracurricular The Torrey Pines Foundation raises approxi­ District, is named a National Blue Ribbon activities. Approximately 45% of our stu­ mately $500,000 each year to supplement dis­ School. dents participate on 21 athletic teams. Stu­ trict and st ate school funding. The following My congratulations go to Principal Marie dent government strives to involve all stu­ campus organizations are included in the Grey, and Superintendent William Berrier, and dents, with approximately 200 students con­ Foundation: Academic Team Boosters, Art to the many parents, students, teachers and tending for 37 positions in annual student Club Boosters, Athletic Boosters, Dance community leaders that make Torrey Pines elections. Student-initiated activities range Team Parents, Friends of the Library, Grad High School the national leader that it is. from lunchtime concerts by student musi­ Night, Parent Association, Student Assist­ So that every American may learn about cians to homecoming float-building. Clubs ance Services, Technology Boosters and The­ like Earth Impact, the International Club, ater Boosters. The 25 member Parent Board, what has made Torrey Pines High School Aztlan, Youth Outreach , VICA, Horticulture with representation from all geographic such a success, I am honored to insert into Club, the Investors Club and Students areas, meets monthly at the school and is in­ the permanent RECORD of the Congress of the Against Drunk Driving insure that the TPHS volved in significant support of the school United States the attached essay describing activity smorgasbord offers something nutri­ program. Each year the Parent Association its work and its history. In addition, I encour­ tional and appealing for every appetite. Ex­ provides more than $10,000 in teacher mini­ age Members and citizens to visit Torrey tracurricular activities include the Science grants to support classroom activities. More Pines High School on the Internet, at http:// Olympiad, lunch-time activities, Academic than 200 parents volunteer on our campus www.sduhsd.k12.ca.us/sites/tp/welcome.html. League and student publications. Our stu­ serving regular weekly assignments or help­ dent newspaper is distributed free to all stu­ ing with special projects. A committee of 30 TORREY PINES HIGH SCHOOL dents. The Falconer (newspaper), Free Flight parents oversees the annual Grad Night cele­ Torrey Pines High School is one of three (yearbook), First Flight (the TPHS literary bration, with $30,000 raised annually. Friends high schools in the San Dieguito Union High magazine) and Free Flight Video have all re­ of the TPHS Library has an average annual School District. The 2,230 students in grades ceived numerous state and national awards membership of 150 and draws upon local tal­ nine through twelve represent the commu­ for excellence. ent to provide such innovative programs as nities of Del Mar, Solana Beach, Rancho The 155-member TPHS staff includes 65 "Authors Evenings" to the community. The Santa Fe, Fairbanks Ranch and Carmel Val­ percent of teachers with more than 10 years Technology Boosters, formed in 1994, is a ley, all in Northern San Diego County. The of teaching experience and 60 percent with group of twenty parents and community campus is a modern facility constructed in Master's degree. The staff is a cohesive com­ members who are actively participating in 1974. Phase II construction, completed in munity built on a commitment to high edu­ our site technology committee, collabo­ 1986, added 23 classrooms, a theater, audito­ cational standards, creative problem solving, rating closely with staff to set and imple­ rium, stadium and a state-of-the-art library/ support services for all students and a shared ment school-wide technology goals. Dollars media center. The campus is used seven days concern for the individual. Professional de­ for Scholars, a national organization, awards a week, day and night, by adult education velopment activities have included course approximately $40,000 in scholarships annu­ classes, ROP, athletic teams and community work at Oxford, Stanford, U.C. Berkeley, ally to approximately fifty graduating sen­ groups. Princeton and other universities; travel! iors. 10686 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 Community partnerships have enriched our ations Officer, 202d Military Intelligence Bat­ PROJECT FOR PRIDE IN LIVING school community. Participation in commu­ talion (HUMINT), Commander, 641st Military nity organizations such as San Dieguito for Intelligence Company (HUMINT), Operations Drug-Free Youth and Prevention Connection Officer, Executive Officer, and interim Battalion HON. MARTIN OLAV SABO has provided us with resources for the war Commander, 18th Military Intelligence Bat­ against substance abuse. "Explorations" is a OF MINNESOTA career awareness program which brings pro­ talion (HUMINT), Brigade S3 Operations, 66th fessionals and business leaders from our Military Intelligence Brigade, Deputy Chief of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES community to speak to students about their Staff for Intelligence, Army Special Operations careers. Teachers participate in the Teacher Forces, Europe, Executive Officer, 201 st Mili­ Thursday, May 21, 1998 Job Shadow Program through a partnership tary Intelligence Battalion (Tactical, I Corps), Mr. SABO. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in rec­ with Mira Costa College and California State Battalion Commander, 14th Military Intel­ ognition of Project for Pride in Living (PPL), a University, San Marcos. Through our ligence Battalion (Tactical Exploitation), and School-to-Career Program,· we have estab­ nonprofit development organization in my lished an Internship Program which places Systems/Force Integrator, Deputy Chief of home district that has been recently recog­ approximately 200 students each year into Staff for Operations, Headquarters, Depart­ nized by the Fannie Mae Foundation for its ment of the Army. semester-long internships in community very successful, multi-faceted approach in the businesses. Col. Moak's military training included, in ad­ Torrey Pines High School refuses to rest dition to the Infantry Officers Advanced fight against poverty. on its past accomplishments and is charac­ Course, Airborne School, Ranger School, Air Project for Pride in Living was originally es­ terized by a spirit of continual school im­ Assault School, Jungle Warfare School, Rap­ tablished in Minneapolis in 1972 to buy and provement. To this end, the Strategic Plan­ pel Master, German Airborne School, Nuclear, rehabilitate rundown, inner-city houses. It has ning Leadership Team is in the process of de­ Biological, and Chemical Course, Counter In­ veloping a site strategic plan which will in­ grown considerably over the years to address volve our entire learning community in the telligence Special Agent Course, HUMINT poverty issues on a variety of fronts. PPL now development of a shared vision for the school training, Terrorism Counteraction Course, provides affordable rental and ownership and a set of specific action plans which are Command and General Staff Course, and the housing opportunities, job training through di­ aligned to the District Strategic Plan. National War College. rect employment, employment education and Col. Moak's civilian education, in addition to placement, youth development, neighborhood a Bachelors of Arts in Government, included a security, and support services. IN MEMORY OF COLONEL DAVID Masters of Arts in Human Resource manage­ MICHAEL MOAK ment from Pepperdine University and a Mas­ PPL has been a strong and effective agent ters of Science in National Security Strategy for economic stabilization and community HON. RICHARD H. BAKER from the National Defense University. Col. building in neighborhoods throughout_the Twin OF LOUISIANA Moak did extensive study in the Cities, but especially in the Phillips neighbor­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES counterterrorist field and published one book hood. It has built or renovated more than 900 commercially entitled, "Surviving Hostage Situ­ single-family and multifamily units. PPL's Self­ Thursday, May 21,1998 ations". He also developed an individual self Sufficiency Program and employment and Mr. BAKER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay study manual for the Army entitled, "Terrorism training initiatives have helped several thou­ tribute to a great Louisianian and a great Counteraction". sand people. In 1996 alone, 509 families par­ American, who died on March 28th, 1998: Col. Moak was responsible for the oversight ticipated in the Self-Sufficiency Program, by Colonel David Michael Moak, United States and enhancement of Department of Defense obtaining help to find jobs, to stabilize their fi­ Army. He will be missed, not only by his wife intelligence programs and capabilities to sup­ nances and housing situations, and to make of 21 years, Julia, his son Aaron and his port combating terrorism and force protection positive changes in behavior, attitudes, and daughter Shelane but by all who worked with for the Secretary of Defense. He oversaw and school performance. him as he defended our freedom and by a assured effective intelligence support to force greatful nation. protection operations for U.S. forces deployed On May 19, 1998, the Fannie Mae Founda­ It is fitting that we remember the sacrifice in Bosnia. He coordinated efforts with DoD tion presented a Maxwell Sustained Excel­ and dedication of Colonel Moak as we near agencies, Unified Commands, and the Serv­ lence Award to Project for Pride in Living. This Memorial Day, the day Americans pay tribute ices. He also worked closely with FBI , CIA, award is given to community-based nonprofit to all the brave men and women who died in and other federal agencies to assure appro­ organizations demonstrating the best exam­ the service of America. priate intergency coordination, Col. Moak rou­ ples of sustained creation and management of Colonel Moak was a true American hero tinely developed and provided information to communities and neighborhoods. PPL was who put country first. Congress on intelligence support to combating one of ten award winners this year, selected Colonel Michael Moak, U.S.A., 47, who was terrorism and other transnational threats. He from a pool of 160 applicants from across the born and raised in Baton Rouge, Louisiana monitored DoD agencies and commands' United States. All ten awardees have a history died on March 29, 1998 at the Walter Reed combating terrorism and force protection of building and sustaining communities, with Army Hospital. Col. Moak was assigned to the budgets to assure sufficient funding was avail­ housing being the lead component of their ef­ Office of the Assistant Secretary of Defense able to meet emerging requirements. forts. for Command, Control, Communications, and Col. Moak's awards include the Army Meri­ Intelligence where he was responsible for en­ torious Service Medal (6th award), the Army As a Maxwell Sustained Excellence Award hancing the Department of Defense's intel­ Commendation Medal, Army Achievement winner, PPL will receive a three-year grant of ligence capabilities to support combating ter­ Medal, Army Service Medal, Army Overseas $150,000 to further organizational develop­ rorism and force protection. In 1973, he re­ Medal, National Defense Medal, Expert Infan­ ment, and a three-year, $250,000 Community ceived a Bachelor of Arts degree in Govern­ tryman Badge, Airborne Badge, Air Assault and Neighborhood Development Fund (CNDF) ment from Southeastern Louisiana University Badge, Ranger Tab, and German Airborne loan. PPL will invest the grant in activities to where he was also commissioned as a 2nd Badge. He received the 1997 Department of increase its capacity to develop and manage Lieutenant, Infantry, in the Regular Army. Defense award for the Most Innovative Initia­ housing, including upgrading technology, es­ Upon commissioning, Col. Moak attended tive in Combating Terrorism due to his relent­ tablishing an internal pre-development fund , and completed the U.S. Army Infantry Officer less efforts identifying and resolving systemic and enhancing staff development and training. Basic Course at Fort Benning, Georgia. After issues impacting on the Department's intel­ The CNDF loan will provide construction fi­ graduation, he was assigned to the 101 st Air­ ligence capabilities. nancing for the production of 24 single-family Our nation is fortunate to have been rep­ borne Division, where he served as a Rifle homes. Platoon Leader, Scout Platoon Leader, Rifle resented by a man of character like Col. Company Executive Officer, Battalion S3 Air, Moak. He served his hometown as he did his I salute Project for Pride in Living for receiv­ and Rifle Commander. Col. Moak's subse­ country and will long be remembered for what ing Fannie Mae's distinguished Sustained Ex­ quent assignments include Commander, Army he gave both. The people of Baton Rouge and cellence Award. It is a remarkable honor for a ROTC Detachment, Louisiana College, Oper- Louisiana could have asked for nothing more. truly deserving organization. May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10687 PERSONAL EXPLANATION The next space shuttle will make it easier than began to meet in a little shanty on L Street be­ ever before to carry people and payloads into tween 16th and 17th Streets. They met under HON. DEBBIE STABENOW space. We may soon unlock the mysteries of the direction of McCleary Perkins, a white OF MICHIGAN life on Mars and Europa, and water on the Union soldier. They learned to read and write IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Moon. and held regular prayer and fellowship meet­ As the nations of the world begin to build ings. On September 23, 1863, the Shiloh Bap­ Thursday , M ay 21, 1998 the. International Space Station, they are driv­ tist Church of Washington, DC was formally Ms. STABENOW. Mr. Speaker, on Roll Call en by the legacy of the Mercury, Apollo, and recognized by a Recognition Council and on vote #165, had I been present I would have Shuttle missions, and look confidently to the September 27, 1863, the Reverend William J. voted no. stars to see our destiny. Walker was ordained as pastor. Mr. Speaker, on Roll Call vote #166, had I Under Reverend Walker's leadership, been present I would have voted no. Shiloh's membership grew to over 800, two Mr. Speaker, on Roll Call vote #167, had I A TRIBUTE TO EMILY MATHEM buildings on L Street, NW were purchased been present I would have voted yes. and the members constructed a two-story Mr. Speaker, on Roll Call vote #168, had I HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON brick building, also on L Street, that was com­ been present I would have voted yes. OF MISSISSIPPI pleted in 1883. Reverend William J. Walker Mr. Speaker, on Roll Call vote #169, had I IN THE HOU SE OF REPRESENTATIVE S died on August. been present I would have voted yes. Thursday, M ay 21, 1998 In 1891 , following some controversy and a Mr. Speaker, on Roll Call vote #170, had I split in membership which led to the formation Mr. THOMPSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today been present I would have voted no. of the Walker Memorial Baptist Church, Shiloh to honor Ms. Emily Mathern, a 13-year-old at Mr. Speaker, on Roll Call vote #171 , had I called its second pastor, the Reverend J. An­ the Vicksburg Junior High School in Vicks­ been present I would have voted yes. derson Taylor. Under his administration the burg, Mississippi. Mr. Speaker, on Roll Call vote #172, had I church was enlarged, a new organ was in­ Emily recently received a Prudential Spirit been present I would have voted yes. stalled, the choir was vested, the music min­ Mr. Speaker, on Roll Call vote #173, had I Community Award in recognition of her out­ istry expanded and missions at home and been present I would have voted yes. standing community service. Emily worked for abroad were established. In 1906, Reverend Mr. Speaker, on Roll Call vote #174, had I more than a year with city administration offi­ Taylor gave up the pastorate. About 200 been present I would have voted yes. cials, local community leaders, and class­ members left Shiloh, formed the Trinity Baptist mates to restore an abandoned and neglected Church and called Reverend Taylor as pastor. neighborhood park which had become a hang­ Reverend J. Anderson Taylor died on October SPACE DAY CELEBRATION out for drug dealers. While the work is not yet 6, 1916. completed , she has pledged to continue her Reverend J. Milton Waldron was called in HON. CONSTANCE A. MORELLA efforts until the day children can play safely in 1906 and set out to develop an instructional OF MARYLAND the park. church that would care for the needs of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Emily Mathern is a shining example of lead­ total person. By 1924, Shiloh had outgrown its ership, goodwill, and courage. I wish her luck Thursday , M ay 21, 1998 two-story edifice and a new home was found and hope that many more young people in Mrs. MORELLA. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in at the corner of 9th and P Streets, NW. There Mississippi and this nation are inspired by her recognition of Space Day, a global celebration were a series fires during which Reverend work. ot' of the extraordinary .achievements, benefits, Waldron's health began to fail and he re­ and opportunities presented by the exploration signed. Reverend Milton J. Waldron died No­ and use of space. It was this week twenty­ HISTORIC SHILOH BAPTIST vember 20, 1913. seven years ago that President Kennedy CHURCH REBULIDS Shiloh searched for a leader who could help issued his challenge to land a man on the reduce its debt and provide leadership through Moon. HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON the Great Depression. In September 1930, Recently, HBO ran a twelve part series, Reverend Earl L. Harrison became the fourth OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA "From the Earth to the Moon." This is the pastor and served for forty-one years. During IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES story of humankind's commitment and dedica­ his forty-one years as pastor, the debt was re­ tion to meet that challenge and its triumphant Thursday, May 21, 1998 tired , properties were acquired, the circle sys­ success. The words "one small step for man, Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tem was established, young ministers were one giant leap for mankind," first spoken by tribute to the Shiloh Baptist Church following a mentored and the music ministry continued to Neil Armstrong from the Sea of Tranquility in week of special services commemorating the develop. Reverend Earl L. Harrison died on July 1969, will be remembered for generations completion of a new sanctuary. November 14, 1971. by people everywhere as the nations of the Mr. Speaker, the Shiloh Baptist Church of In 1972, Shiloh called its fifth pastor, the world begin to work together for peace in Washington, DC had its humble beginnings in Reverend Henry C. Gregory Ill a fourth gen­ space. Fredericksburg, Va. In 1854, the white con­ eration preacher. Reverend .Gregory had Our space technology evolved from rockets gregation of the Baptist Church decided to re­ served as the assistant pastor under Rev­ of destruction in World War II to vehicles car­ locate. The white membership offered the erend Harrison between 1961 and 1963. Dur­ rying satellites into space. With these sat­ building to its black members for $500.00. The ing his administration, Reverend Gregory in­ ellites, we can now speak to someone on the offer was accepted and the black members re­ creased the sacred components of the wor­ other side of the world as clearly as we can named the church Shiloh. By 1861 , Shiloh had ship service and instituted a plan to develop . our neighbor. Meteorologists can predict the 750 members, most of whom were slaves and the leadership within the church. He is best re­ weather with precision. the balance of the membership was free membered for building the Family Life Center. We began with Alan Shepherd, the first blacks. In that same year, with the onset of The Center provides Christian development, American to leave the protective atmosphere the Civil War, Union troops entered Fred­ spiritual education and recreation opportunities of the Earth, and John Glenn orbiting the ericksburg and occupied Shiloh using it as a for church families and the community-at­ Earth in his Friendship 7 spacecraft. We hospital. This disrupted church life and the large. Reverend Henry C. Gregory died on watched with baited breath as Neil Armstrong growth of this branch of Zion. In 1862, the Po­ April 29, 1990 after 17 years as pastor. and Buzz Aldrin piloted the Eagle Lunar Mod­ tomac branch of the Union Army offered safe In July 1991 Shiloh called the Reverend ule to the surface of the Moon. Now the passage to any blacks, free or slave to Wash­ Wallace Charles Smith, its sixth pastor in 128 Space Shuttle carries astronauts and cosmo­ ington, DC . In June of that year, hundreds years. During the annual Henry Booker Organ nauts to the Space Station Mir where they took advantage of the offer and traveled to the Recital in November 1991 , the church erupted conduct experiments that lead to advances in Capital City. Approximately 400 members from in smoke and flames. Everyone was evacu­ biomedicine and physics. Shiloh Church were among the group. ated safely, however, the building suffered ex­ The next generation will soon see further Soon after arriving in Washington, several tensive damage and could not be used. Serv­ trips to the other planets in our solar system. members of the group from Fredericksburg ices were held in the gymnasium of the Henry 10688 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 C. Gregory, Ill Family Life Center. Under Rev­ SPACE DAY: A GLOBAL CELE BRA­ ronmental Protection Agency's implementation erend Smith's leadership Shiloh was rebuilt on TION AND E XTENSION OF THE of the Food Quality Protection Act may sharply the corner of 9th and P Streets, NW. R&D TAX CREDIT reduce the number of pest control products Mr. Speaker, Shiloh Baptist Church is a used to eradicate cockroaches and other in­ beaco.n of light and hope in the Shaw Commu­ HON. DEBBIE STABENOW door pests. nity and on March 15, 1998 marched into its OF MICHIGAN Principally, I am concerned that the loss of newly built church from which its tradition of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cockroach control products will exacerbate the spiritual, civic and social activism continues. Thursday, May 21, 1998 already growing problem of asthma and aller­ gies in inner cities, particularly among chil­ Mr. Speaker, I ask this body to join me in Ms. STABENOW. Mr. Speaker, today we dren. Sadly, no city has been harder hit by the celebrating the rich history and perseverance celebrate Space Day, which is a day for peo­ asthma epidemic than New York. In fact, at of the historic Shiloh Baptist Church of Wash­ ple of all nations and ages to look back with least 10 percent of New York city school chil­ ington, DC. pride on our extraordinary achievements in dren suffer from asthma. However, the in­ space exploration; and a day to look forward creasing asthma rate is not just a New York with hope and anticipation to the benefits and problem , but a national one . According to the opportunities that lay ahead. It is a day to in­ U.S. Centers for Disease Control, the number P ERSONAL EXPLANATION spire future generations of scientists, engi­ of asthmatics has doubled over the last 20 neers, computer programmers and astronauts years and more than one third of all to fulfill the vision of our early space pioneers. asthmatics are children, making it the most HON. THOMAS W. EWING Space Day is supported by international common chronic disorder among that sub-pop­ leaders within the education, space, commu­ OF ILLINOIS ulation. nications, corporate and scientific communities IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The National Institutes of Health cites cock­ as well as a network of enthusiastic Space roaches as an important cause of asthma in Thursday, May 21, 1998 Day partners. Together they have designed a allergic children. According to a landmark package of interactive and multi-disciplinary study published in the New England Journal of Mr. EWING. Mr. Speaker, I have just re­ activities for teachers to use with their stu­ Medicine last spring, cockroach allergens are turned from Geneva, Switzerland, where I was dents; and they have launched an official web largely to blame for increased asthma rates leading the delegation from the Agriculture site that provides resources for teachers, par­ among urban children, and children who are Committee representing the Congress at the ents, students and other space enthusiasts. I allergic to cockroaches are three times as like­ World Trade Organization's Ministerial Con­ encourage all of my colleagues and our con­ ly to be hospitalized as other asthmatics. ference. Unfortunately, my attendance re­ stituents to visit www.spaceday.com and to Some of the children participating in the study quired my absence during a number of votes celebrate Space Day by registering as an offi­ were from the Bronx and East Harlem. on May 19 and 20th. cial "Friend of Space Day." Thankfully, there are steps we can take to In my district alone, Mr. Speaker, over 2,000 Had I been present, I would have voted: No address the skyrocketing asthma rate and to children and their parents have expressed on rollcall 156; No on rollcall 157; No on roll­ lessen the impact of allergies. One way is their interest in math, science, engineering call 158; No on rollcall 159; Yes on roll call more effective control of cockroaches. An edi­ and space exploration by attending events that 160, Yes on rollcall 161 ; Yes on rollcall 162; torial accompanying the study recommends I have sponsored called "Great Space Adven­ Yes on rollcall 163; Yes on rollcall 164; Yes the "regular use of insecticides" as one of the tures." I applaud their curiosity and their sense on rollcall 165; Yes on rollcall166; Yes on roll­ more effective means of controlling cock­ of adventure; and I am very happy to join with call 167; Yes on rollcall 168; Yes on rollcall roaches. Since cockroaches regularly become them in celebrating Space Day today. resistant to pesticides, a wide array of pest 169; Yes on rollcall 170; No on rollcall 171; Mr. Speaker, on this day, I also want to control products is needed to effectively con­ Yes on rollcall 172; and Yes on rollcall 173. urge my colleagues to enact legislation that trol infestations. will extend the research and development tax Although heartened by Vice-President credit because it is set to expire in only a few GORE's recent directive that E.P.A. ensure weeks. The R&D tax credit enjoys strong, bi­ THE HARMON/LOWEY AMENDMENT regulatory actions mandated by F.Q.P.A. are partisan support and it is supported by all of TO THE DEFENSE AUTHORIZA­ based on sound science and reasonable tran­ America's leading science and technology in­ TION BILL sition rules for agriculture, I urge E.P.A. not to dustries, including aerospace, automotive, bio­ forget the pest control needs of urban popu­ technology, and telecommunications. The lations. R&D tax credit is specifically designed to en­ HON. JENNIFER DUNN I am concerned that F.Q.P .A. implementa­ courage our companies to invest in thousands tion may impact the availability of several pes­ OF WASHINGTON of high-paying, high skilled jobs that support ticides critical for cockroach extermination. U.S. based research and development. Avail­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, May is Allergy Awareness ability of these jobs has the dual benefit of Month. We should seize upon this window of Thursday, May 21, 1998 fueling our nation's scientific and technological opportunity to give this important issue the at­ leadership and enticing our youth to pursue tention it deserves. I hope my colleagues rep­ Ms. DUNN. Mr. Speaker, yesterday, this careers in math, science, engineering and resenting other urban areas will join me in urg­ chamber voted on an amendment, offered by education. Reps. JANE HARMAN and NITA LOWEY, to the Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to sup­ ing E.P.A. to keep inner-city residents, espe­ cially children, in mind when implementing Defense Authorization bill which would have port Space Day by permanently extending the F.Q.P.A. repealed a provision of law that prohibits R&D tax credit. women from using their personal funds to ob­ tain abortions in U.S. military hospitals over­ seas. IN R ECOGNITION OF NATIONAL FINANCIAL SERVICES COMPETITION ACT OF 1997 Mr. Speaker, I have a long-standing record ALLERGY MONTH: FUTURE IM­ of supporting such amendments to overturn P ACT S OF THE F OOD QUALIT Y the present prohibition on privately-funded PROTECTION ACT HON. SUE W. KELLY abortions on U.S. bases in foreign countries. I OF NEW YORK believe that U.S. servicewomen abroad should HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES be given the same options as women who live OF NEW YORK Thursday, May 21, 1998 in the United States. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mrs. KELLY. Mr. Speaker, with regard to my As such, I would like the record to reflect Thursday, M ay 21, 1998 earlier colloquy with the Chairman on func- that I had intended to vote "yes" on the Har­ Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tional regulation which appears on page man/Lowey amendment. express growing concern that the U.S. Envi- H3140 of the May 13, 1998 edition of the May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10689 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD I would briefly like to resentative and Organizer. He came to the York's Department of Environmental Con­ quote from the report language from both the United Food and Commercial Workers Union, servation. The property was acquired by the House Banking Committee and House Com­ Local 1288 in 1973 as a Business Represent­ State in 1986 as part of a much larger pur­ merce Committee that further illustrates the in­ ative. One year later, he was promoted to Ad­ chase of a 10,000-acre tract intended to pro­ tent of functional regulation of H.R. 10: ministrative Assistant to the President. In vide habitat for a population of wintering bald "An important aspect of this new frame­ 1976, Don was elected Secretary-Treasurer of eagles. New York State legislation authorizing work is that it would incorporate functional the local union and became president and Federal development of the property as a vis­ regulation with the Federal Reserve serving chief executive officer of the union in 1978. itor center by means of a long-term lease was as an umbrella regulator to oversee the new His leadership has long been appreciated passed in 1993. A legislative support data financial holding company structure. Securi­ by organized labor. Under his guidance, Local package was prepared in 1994 for Federal ties affiliates would be required to comply 1288 has become the official representative of legislation authorizing development of the site, with all applicable Federal Securities law ... The Act would also provide that insur­ more than 9,500 United Food and Commercial to appropriate funds for development and to ance affiliates be subject to applicable State Workers in the counties of Merced, Madera, increase the Upper Delaware's operational insurance regulation and supervision." Fresno, Mariposa, Kings and Tulare. In addi­ base to provide for year-round operation. "Title I ... expressly limits the authority tion to his duties at the Local Union, he is The site for the Mongaup Visitor Center of the Board of Governors of the Federal Re­ President of the Valley Clerks Joint Council of contains abundant natural and cultural re­ serve System (Federal Reserve Board) over the UFCW, Vice President of the California sources and this proposal will identify and de­ the affiliates of financial services holding Federal of Labor, AFL-CIO; President of the velop strategies to protect the Mongaup area's companies. These limitations are designed to Fresno-Madera-Tulare-Kings Counties Central natural resources, including: wintering bald ea­ facilitate functional regulation of the opera­ tive components of a financial services hold­ Labor Council, AFL-CIO; Vice President of the gles; upland forest; hemlock and laurel gorges ing company. Specifically, the preeminent Southwestern States Council of United Food and steep slopes; riverine and flood plain for­ authority of the Securities and Exchange and Commercial Workers; Special Represent­ est, and a mile of river front with natural sand Commission (SEC or Commission) and the ative of the United Food and Commercial beaches. The possible presence of prehistoric State insurance regulators over securities Workers International Union; Trustee of the elements will also be evaluated. firms and the business of insurance, respec­ Northern Fund; Chairman of the Northern Cali­ The visitor center will benefit the community tively, is preserved." fornia United Food and Commercial Workers in many respects. It will serve as an edu­ "Section 113. Authority of state insurance reg­ Caucus and Vice President of Fresno Area cational asset, a local museum, a class room, ulator and Securit-ies and Exchange Commis­ and meeting place. Bordered by the Delaware sion. This section limits the Federal Reserve Coalition of Organized Labor. Board's ability to require that an insurance Don Hunsucker's leadership extends River, the Mongaup River and New York State company or registered broker or dealer pro­ throughout Central California, touching the highway route 97 in the town of Deerpark in vide funds to an affiliated bank if the State charitable spirit of all who live here. He is a Orange County, NY-it is the only center of its insurance authority or the SEC determines member of the Countryside Free Will Baptist kind within an hour's drive from New York in writing that such action would have a ma­ Church in Visalia; he has served as Executive City. Both the proposed visitor center, terially adverse effect on the financial condi­ Board Member of the United Way, the Easter Mongaup site and the Upper Delaware Valley tion of the insurance company or the broker Seal Society, Fresno City Civil Service Board, have enormous unrealized potential to provide dealer. The Committee determined that this provision was necessary to make clear that Bid Compliance Committee of the City of Fres­ both the local and visiting public with an ex­ the source of strength doctrine does not ex­ no, Blue Ribbon Task Force on Council of ceptional experience. tend to securities and insurance affiliates of Ethics and Operations, and a member of the I am also introducing a bill that will extend banks. The section allows the Federal Re­ California State University of Fresno Boosters the Upper Delaware Citizens Advisory Council serve Board to require the bank holding com­ Club. for another 10 years. The Upper Delaware pany to divest the bank within 180 days of re­ Don and his wife of 30 years, Linda Mae CAC provides an excellent forum for citizens ceiving such notice from the State insurance (Balakian), live in Fresno. They have two chil­ of the Upper Delaware to have an opportunity authority or the SEC. dren, Michelle Lou Ann, 25, and Jerry Gregory to impact and interact with the National Park "Title III pertains to the regulation of in­ surance activities, particularly those of na­ Don, 21. Don has been a strong advocate for Service and Department of the Interior. tional banks, and sets forth appropriate working men and women over the years. He Accordingly, I urge my colleagues to help standards for judicial review of regulatory is a man of integrity who gives unselfishly to pass these two measures which will benefit insurance disputes ... Subtitle A specifi­ those around him. He has set an example for the State of New York on economic, environ­ cally provides for the functional regulation others to follow. I consider it an honor to call mental and educational levels. of insurance. The Committee's purpose in him my friend and ask my colleagues in the the first part of Subtitle A is to reaffirm the House of Representatives to join me in hon­ McCarran-Ferguson Act and require State li­ oring Don Hunsucker. TRIBUTE TO MAJ. GEN. MAX censing for insurance activities." BARATZ ON THE OCCASION OF I would like to thank the Chairman and his HIS RETIREMENT staff for their assistance and agreement with INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION this language as for the intent of functional HON. STEPHEN E. BUYER regulation in H.R. 10. HON. BENJAMIN A. GILMAN OF INDIANA OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING GREGORY DON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, May 21, 1998 HUNSUCKER Thursday, May 21,1998 Mr. BUYER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to Mr. GILMAN. Mr. Speaker, today, I would pay tribute to a distinguished and dedicated HON. GARY A. CONDIT like to introduce two bills-one to authorize military officer who has served this nation with OF CALIFORNIA the Mongaup Visitor's Center, and the other to great honor and distinction. Major General IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES extend the Upper Delaware Citizen's Advisory Max Baratz, the Chief, Army Reserve, will re­ Counsel. tire on May 24, 1998 after more than four dec­ Thursday, May 21,1998 Mr. Speaker, as you may know, in 1978, ades of dedicated and exemplary service in Mr. CONDIT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to along with out good friend and colleague JOE the United States Army and the Army Re­ recognize my longtime friend , Mr. Gregory McDADE, I introduced Federal legislation es­ serve. Today, I'm proud to take a few minutes Don Hunsucker, who is being presented with tablishing the Upper Delaware Scenic and to highlight the extraordinary career of Major the coveted Labor Leader of the Year by the Recreational River as a component of the Na­ General Baratz. Merced-Mariposa Central Labor Council. Don tional Wild and Scenic Rivers System. His career began in 1956 as an infantry offi­ is being awarded this prestigious honor on The property proposed as the location of the cer. After serving as a platoon leader in the Saturday, June 13, 1998. Upper Delaware Scenic and Recreational Riv­ 1st Infantry Division, he carried his love of In 1971, Don was hired by the Retail Clerks er's primary visitor facility-the Mongaup Vis­ country and commitment to duty to the United International Association as a Special Rep- itor Center-is owned by the State of New States Army Reserve. As a drilling reservist, 10690 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 he became an engineer officer and served in It should come as no surprise that Major with Canada, southeast Florida seaports, and a variety of staff and leadership positions to General Baratz was as dedicated and profes­ major metropolitan locations. It will target include the command of a company in an En­ sional in this assignment as he was in all his areas where significant drug smuggling, drug gineer Training Group and service as an Engi­ others. He oversaw a dramatic, and at times, transportation and distribution networks, and neering Battalion Commander. painful reorganization of the Army Reserve money laundering operations exist. In November 1976, as a full colonel, Major that was accomplished, first and foremost, I am proud to help rebuild our nation's de­ General Baratz was selected to be the 416th with the needs of the Army and the nation in fense against drug smugglers that prey upon Engineer Command's Chief of Staff. Mr. the forefront of his mind. While its size was our children. In H.R. 3809, we have the ability Speaker, I need not remind you or my distin­ being reduced by over one-third, its utility was to give Customs the tools it needs to meet this guished colleagues that only a handful of increasing dramatically. Under his direction, national goal. We must work to stop illicit drug Army Reservists ever attain or surpass this Army Reserve units were the first into and the use by strengthening the ability of the Cus­ prestigious rank, and even fewer achieve the last out of Haiti. Also, over 70 percent of the toms Service to stop the flow of heroin, co­ rank of major general. But Major General Army's reserve component mobilization in sup­ caine and other drugs into our country. Stop­ Baratz was no ordinary Army Reservist, and port of Operation Restore Democracy came ping drugs from entering the country and pre­ he is no ordinary citizen-soldier. from the Army Reserve. Furthermore, Major venting drugs from getting into the hands our In 1979 Major General Baratz was selected General Baratz' efforts were accentuated dur­ children must be a high priority of this Con­ as a Brigadier General in the Army Reserve. ing the successful! deployment of over 15,000 gress as well as the Customs Service. In November 1983, after 11 years of service Army Reservists to Bosnia, a figure rep­ H.R. 3809 would also correct significant in the 416th Engineer Command, the Army se­ resenting 74 percent of the Army's reserve problems with the overtime and night time pay lected him as commander. President Reagan component mobilization. In fact, more Army of Customs Officers and would devote any was well aware of the asset he had in Max Reservists have been mobilized in support of savings to additional drug enforcement. The Baratz, and nominated him for his second peace keeping efforts in Bosnia than were mo­ Committee on Ways and Means Sub­ star-a nomination, I might add, that the other bilized during the Vietnam conflict. Under committee on Trade, which I am privileged to body prudently and expeditiously confirmed. Major General Baratz, the United States Army Chair, held hearings on March 11, 1997, May During his tenure of more than three years as Reserve is better trained and more relevant to 15, 1997, and again most recently on April 30, the commander of the 416th, he also found the nation than, perhaps, at any time in its dis­ 1998. These hearings, at which the General the time to serve on the Army Reserve Forces tinguished history. Accounting Office, Department of the Treas­ Policy Committee, first as an alternate mem­ Mr. Speaker, I believe that we all should say ury's Office of the Inspector General, as well ber in the 5th Army Area, and then as the a prayer of thanks for Max Baratz and his de­ as the National Treasury Employees Union principal member from the 4th Army Area. In sire to serve his country for over four decades testified, shed light upon some disturbing prac­ the closing days of his command, he was se­ and under nine different presidents. The tices resulting from previous Congressional lected to be co-chairman of the Army Reserve United States Army is an institution thar prides legislation and arbitral rulings. They found that Forces Policy Committee, a position he held itself on leadership by example. The example in certain circumstances Customs pays its offi­ until December 1990. Max Baratz has set ensures that we will al­ cers overtime, which is two times their regular In 1991, during Operation Desert Shield, ways have dedicated men and women ready rate of pay, when those officers are not even Major General Baratz was called to active duty to take up the cause of our great nation wher­ working. In some instances, Customs officers .to serve as the Deputy Commanding General ever and whenever required. Mr. Speaker, it is are also paid night pay for hours worked at for Reserve Affairs for the same United States an honor for me to present the distinguished noon or one in the afternoon. Forces Command. He personally oversaw the credentials of Major General Max Baratz be­ H.R. 3809 would not only resolve these mobilization of almost 85,000 Army Reservists fore the Congress today. However, something problems but would use any overtime and in support of Operations Desert Shield and tells me that we, as a nation, have not heard night pay savings to pay for additional over­ Desert Storm. Major General Baratz was per­ the last from him. This tireless patriot may be sonally responsible for one-third of the entire time for those officers already working to inter­ retiring, but rather than a "farewell," he leaves dict cocaine, heroin and other drugs illegally Defense Department's reserve component mo­ saying, "until we meet again." bilization to support the Gulf War, and was a entering the United States. This bill would also major factor in the success of our national ef­ give Customs more flexibility in the operation forts in the region. I am thoroughly convinced DRUG FREE BORDERS ACT OF 1998 of the fiscal year cap on overtime pay and at that, without Major General Baratz personally the same time allow Customs officers the op­ in charge, our efforts would have been far SPEECH OF portunity to earn even more overtime. more difficult and problematic. Those soldiers HON. PHIUP M. CRANE H.R. 3809 seeks to ensure that the Cus­ toms Service is not prevented from performing were the lifeline for the ground forces, and the OF ILLINOIS its legitimate drug interdiction efforts or that successful completion of their mission is a tes­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tament to the great abilities of this military the integrity of the Customs Service is dimin­ leader. Tuesday, May 19, 1998 ished. Customs must have every tool in its ar­ Shortly after the Gulf War, Major General Mr. CRANE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong senal to ensure the integrity of its Customs of­ Baratz was again called to active duty to be support of H.R. 3809, the Drug Free Borders ficers. Specifically, granting the Secretary of Deputy Commanding General of the United Act of 1998. the Treasury the authority to rotate up to 5 States Army Reserve Command. In this ca­ I am pleased that the House is taking up percent of Customs officers to new permanent pacity, he was personally responsible for the this important legislation which was reported duty locations each year starting in fiscal year training and readiness of almost all Army Re­ by the Committee on Ways and Means on 2000, will help guarantee the integrity of Cus­ serve units in the continental United States. In Thursday, May 14, by a bipartisan vote 29-0. toms officers and is similar to the authority 1994 he was selected to be the Chief, Army I believe that H.R. 3809 will lead to a stronger Customs currently has for its special agents. Reserve. and a more effective Customs Service better This provision would become effective after Mr. Speaker, I believe that most people do able to interdict illegal narcotics while still fa­ the conclusion of the current contract between not know the full scope and awesome respon­ cilitating passengers and cargo through major Customs and its union to ensure that it does sibilities that come with this position. As the land and sea ports. not abrogate the terms of that contract, as Chief, he oversees Army Reserve policy de­ H.R. 3809 would increase the authorization some have argued it would. velopment and interaction with the Department for the U.S. Customs Service drug enforce­ H.R. 3809 also addresses another serious of the Army and Department of Defense staffs. ment efforts by an additional $232 million over weakness in the ability of Customs to interdict He is also the Commanding General of the the President's request for fiscal year 1999. illegal narcotics. That weakness is Customs' United States Army Reserve Command, as Within two years, H.R. 3809 would add 1,745 current inability to implement certain measures well as the Deputy Commanding General for additional Customs inspectors, canine enforce­ while labor negotiations drag on, as they have Reserve Affairs for the United States Forces ment officers, special agents, intelligence ana­ for nearly four years in one case. The bill Command. In short, he is the focal · point for lysts, and internal affairs agents to our South­ would allow the Commissioner of Customs to virtually all Army reserve component issues. ern border with Mexico, our Northern border immediately implement any proposed changes May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10691 without waiting 90 days for the parties to bar­ until it was .level with the eyes of the boy, pets. But the brown tree snake threat is dif­ gain. This would mean that Customs could re­ who turned and ran. ferent. spond in time to the dangerous changing tac­ Throughout much of the United States, such a snake sighting would attract little at­ " Never in history has a snake done as tics of drug smugglers. Contrary to statements tention. But in Hawaii-except for the harm­ much ecological damage as this snake," says made by the bill's opponents, this bill would less, earthwormlike Brahminy blind snake, Mike Pitzler, a biologist with the U.S. De­ not interfere with the union's bargaining rights which was introduced to the state from partment of Agriculture in Guam. Pitzler or with other rights of the union, such as re­ Asia- there are no terrestrial snakes. So any leads a team of federal, state, military and dress before the Federal Service Impasse sighting suggests frightening possibilities. private in~ividuals struggling to keep snakes panel. This bill gives Customs the flexibility to Given the Aloha State's subtropical climate from leaving Guam aboard outgoing flights get to the battlefield on time and win the war and lack of predators, some of the world's and ships. The team maintains 1,400 snake most venomous snakes could easily become on drugs. traps in airports and other targeted sites I urge my colleagues to support H.R. 3809 established there. Kraus is particularly concerned about the around the island. It also relies on 14 Jack and stop drugs from destroying the lives of our threat of an infestation by Boiga irregularis, Russell terriers, which work in shifts around children and grand children. the brown tree snake. The cause of a dev­ the clock, sniffing aircraft and cargo for astating ecological catastrophe on the island snakes before departure. of Guam, it is considered one of the most BROWN TREE SNAKES THREATEN frightening alien species threatening Hawaii Pitzler's staff captures 3,000 to 5,000 snakes HAWAII today. per year, but he acknowledges his program's Biologists believe the first brown tree limitations. " Our canine teams are not 100 HON. NEIL ABERCROMBIE snakes arrived in Guam after World War II percent effective all the time," he says. as stowaways on cargo ships from one of " There are also cargo items that are difficult OF HAWAII their homelands: northern Australia, Indo­ to inspect." IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nesia, New Guinea or the Solomon Islands. On the Hawaiian island of Oahu, mean­ Thursday, May 21,1998 Free of the natural controls of their native habitat and finding abundant prey for every while, five beagles put their noses to work Mr. ABERCROMBIE. Mr. Speaker, I would stage of their lives, the snakes multiplied at sniffing out snakes on arriving commercial like to bring an article in the June/July 1998 an astonishing rate. Some areas of Guam are and military flights from Guam. For most National Wildlife Federation magazine to the now infested with as many as 12,000 brown flights, one of the dogs and an inspector are attention of Congress. tree snakes per square mile and bird life of waiting at the gate to examine the aircraft. The article, entitled "A State Without any kind is rare on the Pacific island. The pair then hurries to a nearby warehouse Snakes Keeps a Wary Eye Out for an Alien An extraordinary climber, the snake de­ to inspect cargo from the flight. But because vours eggs, hatchlings and adult birds. It has Invader," describes the threat that Hawaii decimated 9 of Guam's 12 native forest birds, of a shortage of funds for the program, not faces from the brown tree snake. As explained pushing 3 species into extinction. Another all military flights are inspected and that by the article's author, the brown tree snake imperiled creature, the Marianas fruit bat, is worries state authorities. has already devastated the ecology of Guam, also close to extinction because of snake pre­ "Is there an acceptable risk? The answer and it is one of the most frightening alien spe­ dation. for Hawaii is no," says Mike Wilson, chair­ cies threatening Hawaii today. If it manages to " The brown tree snake is capable of adapt­ ing to many tropical areas," says Thomas person of Hawaii's Department of Land and become established in Hawaii, the snake Natural Resources. "Every brown tree snake could decimate Hawaii's entire bird population, Fritts, a biologist with the U.S. Geological Survey who has been studying the species that we don't stop now will turn into tens of as it has already done on Guam. It is also since 1984. Sightings of the reptiles have thousands of snakes over the next 10 or 20 known to attack babies, eat pets, and cause been reported in Okinawa, Wake Island, the years." The species has a clutch size of 4 to frequent electricity outages by climbing power Marshall Islands, Tinian, Rota, Diego Gar­ 12 young and females may produce more lines. cia, Texas and Spain. Biologists believe that than one clutch per year. Numerous programs in both the public and most or all of these snakes originated on private sectors have been organized to con­ Guam. Newly hatched snakes immediately begin tain and control the brown tree snake popu­ Known for its bulging eyes and large head, to forage for food. On Guam, small skinks lation. They deserve our support. Hawaii has an adult brown tree snake averages four to are readily available prey for the young unique and endangered plant and animal spe­ seven feet in length. It is a voracious noc­ snakes. An introduced alien initially turnal hunter that kills by constricting its thought to be harmless, one skink species is cies, many of which would be threatened if the prey with a mild venom injected with its snake succeeded in establishing itself in the largely responsible for the population explo­ back teeth. On Guam, it has snatched chick­ sion of brown tree snakes on the island by al­ Hawaiian Islands. It is possible, but unlikely, ens and pets from yards and has even at­ that this event may have already occurred. tacked babies asleep in cribs. Guam's public lowing greater numbers of the snakes to sur­ Because there are no natural predators, one health records indicate that 74 toddlers were vive into adulthood. "The relationship be­ pregnant snake could establish this species on treated for snake bites between 1989 and 1995. tween skinks and the brown tree snake's population is an example of what happens the islands. To date, the reptile has not caused any As we move toward consideration of appro­ human fatalities. But it has caused other when you introduce nonnative plants and problems for people. According to authori­ animals to a place," says Kraus. "You can priations in the weeks ahead, I look forward to ties at Guam's electric companies, the get a synergistic effect, things that you sufficient funds being approved by the House climbing snakes frequently short out power never expected." for brown tree snake research and eradication. lines, causing an average of one electric out­ [From National Wildlife, June/July 1998] age every three days. If one of the reptiles should slither off into Because the brown tree snake is light sen­ Hawaii's landscape, Kraus usually oversees (By Anne Rillero) sitive, it coils into concealed hiding places efforts to find the reptile. " In some habitats A STATE WITHOUT SNAKES KEEPS A WARY EYE by day. When it selects an airplane wheel in Hawaii," he notes, " you could be standing OUT FOR AN ALIEN INVADER well or outgoing cargo as its hiding place, right next to a snake and not know it." To Fred Kraus lifts a piece of corrugated the reptile can hitchhike to new habitats. search for the snake that chased off the boy metal, inspecting the ground beneath it. Since 1981, seven brown tree snakes have "You have to think like a snake," he says, been found in Hawaii. All were captured or in the suburban Honolulu ravine, Kraus while considering places where a reptile dead upon discovery, but some other re­ brought in eight volunteers. The reptile was might hide. In the middle of a Honolulu sub­ ported snake sightings have not been re­ never found, though he concluded that it was urb, this wooded ravine offers unlimited pos­ solved and authorities worry whether they not a brown tree snake because it was sight­ sibilities: waist-high grass, tangled brush, can effectively stop the reptile from slith­ ed during daylight. rodent burrows, illegally dumped trash, even ering in the state. While Kraus continues his exhaustive clumps of houseplants growing wild. As home to 41 percent of all endangered searches, other experts are pursuing new As the alien species coordinator for Ha­ birds in the nation, Hawaii has a lot to lose. waii's Department of Land and Natural Re­ The state imposes fines as high as $25,000 for methods to eradicate the reptile. But so far sources, Kraus is investigating a report of a importing or owning snakes of any type-a no such method has been found. "We con­ snake seen by a boy playing in these woods. penalty that has not stopped people from tinue looking for solutions," says Thomas The brown-colored snake climbed a tree smuggling in pythons and other snakes for Fritts. "We're not ready to give up. " ~------~~-

10692 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 SUPPORT A BILL TO PROTECT One of the most important provisions in while revenue from ongoing operations would KIDS AGAINST TOBACCO USE H.R. 10 is the "commercial basket" provision. be counted. WHILE PRESERVING THE ADULT This provision will permit financial holding Take for example the following situation. In RIGHT TO CHOOSE companies to derive a modest amount of their December of 1997 a financial holding com­ aggregate annual gross revenue from com­ pany sells a subsidiary for $25 million. The HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. mercial activities. It is important because it will subsidiary, which is engaged in nonfinancial activities, produced $1 million in aggregate OF GEORGIA permit securities firms and insurance compa­ nies which want to acquire banks to retain gross annual revenues for the financial holding IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES some of their commercial investment activities. company in 1997. The sale revenue of $25 Thursday, M ay 21 , 1998 In addition, the commercial basket will grant million will not be counted towards the com­ Mr. BISHOP. Mr. Speaker, I have intro­ U.S. financial services companies some of the mercial basket revenue test, while the $1 mil­ duced the Tobacco Use by Minors Deterrence same investment flexibility which their foreign lion in revenues from ongoing operations Act, which, if enacted, would actually address rivals currently enjoy. I was the sponsor of the would be counted . The reason for excluding and stop access by children to tobacco. 15% commercial basket amendment which sale revenue is that it would have the effect of It is a model law tying health funds for was adopted by the Banking Committee on overstating a financial holding company's in­ States to their efforts to keep tobacco away June 17, 1997 by a 35-19 vote. While the volvement in nonfinancial activities on an on­ from our kids. Commerce Committee chose to cut back on going basis, which is the focus of the commer­ It outlaws the sale to or possession by kids the commercial basket provision, they none­ cial basket revenue limit. The $1 million in rev­ of tobacco products. theless approved a bill which included a com­ enues from the routine, ongoing operations of It requires parental notification of violations mercial basket for financial holding companies. the subsidiary would be included, however. by kids. Mr. Chairman, under the version of H.R. 10 Accordingly, to the extent a financial holding It provides civil fines and loss of driver's li­ we are considering today, financial holding company realizes revenues from a non-routine cense for kids who are caught. companies would be permitted to make invest­ sale, exchange or other disposition of assets, It requires a license to sell tobacco products ments in commercial entities and derive a or stock, or other interest in companies which similar to those for sale of alcohol. modest amount of their annual gross revenue engage in nonfinancial activities, the sales rev­ It provides loss of license to sell by retail from commercial activities. I would like to enues will be disregarded for purposes of de­ outlets for repeated infractions. stress that only the holding company, and not termining compliance with the commercial It requires training of employees, posting of its subsidiary banks or savings associations, basket revenue test. notices, and lock-out devices for vending ma­ would be permitted to make commercial in­ chines. vestments. There are two commercial baskets In short, it provides for a shared responsi­ BESTEA PROJECTS IN THE 24TH in the bill-a general 5% basket for new finan­ DISTRICT OF CALIFORNIA bility by kids, families, law enforcement, and cial holding companies which don't have any retailers to protect the health, safety, and wel­ commercial activities and a 15% "grandfather" fare of our kids against tobacco use while pro­ basket for those entities with commercial ac­ HON. BRAD SHERMAN tecting the right of informed adults to make a tivities which become financial holding compa­ OF CALIFORNIA choice. nies. I, along with Mr. VENTO , BAKER, LAFALCE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to con­ and McCOLLUM, will be offering an amend­ Thursday, May 21, 1998 sider supporting this bill before even thinking ment later today which would provide parity for Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to about enacting a huge regressive tax on our all market participants. Our amendment would discuss for the record the projects located in constituents. permit all market participants to have a com­ my district which I anticipate will be included My bill protects our kids against tobacco, mercial basket of 10% of annual gross reve­ in the impending Conference Report on H.R. but at the same time it keeps a legal business nues. A financial holding company could apply 2400, the Building Efficient Surface Transpor­ viable, which is crucial to my Congressional to the Federal Reserve Board for authority to tation and Equity Act, or BESTEA as we com­ District, and allows adults to make their own receive up to an additional 5% revenue from monly refer to it in the House. The House­ choice. commercial activities in excess of the 10% passed bill contains several worthy projects cap. Mr. LEACH will be offering an amendment which I requested the Transportation and In­ FINANCIAL SERVICES which will eliminate the commercial basket frastructure Committee include in the legisla­ COMPETITION ACT OF 1997 and provide a 10 year sunset for the grand­ tion and which will benefit the residents of the fathered commercial activities. 24th Congressional District of California. I urge SPEECH OF Regardless of the outcome on the amend­ the Conferees to include as many of these ments on the commercial basket, I would like projects as possible in the Conference Report, HON. MARGE ROUKEMA to clarify two aspects of how the commercial to even increase the spending for some of OF NEW JERSEY basket is supposed to be calculated. The com­ them , and to make certain changes in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRES ENTATIVES mercial basket test focuses on the "activity" project descriptions which I have furnished to Wednesday , May 13, 1998 as opposed to the "entity". The reason for this members of the Conference Committee. I approach is that companies can engage in thank Chairmen SHUSTER and PETRI , Mr. The House in Committee of the Whole both financial and commercial activities. House on the State of the Union had under 0BERSTAR and Mr. RAHALL for their important consideration the bill (H.R. 10) to enhance Therefore, a financial holding company shall work on this legislation so critical to our na­ competit ion in the financial services indus­ only count the revenue it receives from non­ tion's infrastructure needs. try by pr oviding a prudent ial fram ework fo r financial activities-regardless of whether the I put these explanations in the CONGRES­ th e affiliation of banks, securities firms, and commercial activity is engaged in directly by SIONAL RECORD today so that all members of other financial service providers, and fo r the holding company or indirectly through a Congress are aware of these details before other purposes: subsidiary or is the pro rata commercial activ­ they vote on the Conference Report on H.R. Mrs. ROUKEMA. Mr. Chairman, I rise today ity share of revenue received by the holding 2400. I am confident that these explanations to express my strong support for H.R. 10, the company from an investment. The result will will be satisfactory to the Congress and that Financial Services Act of 1998. This bill will be that only those revenues related to non­ no Member will seek to delay, amend, recom­ modernize our Depression era banking and financial activities that are held pursuant to the mit or defeat the Conference Report because securities laws to permit U.S. companies to commercial basket provisions will be counted they disagree with the intended expenditures provide new products and services to their towards the commercial basket revenue limit. described below. customers. The bill will permit banks, securi­ The other aspect I would like to clarify is the I will identify these projects with the num­ ties firms and insurance companies to freely treatment of revenue received from the sale, bers as they appear in the House-passed affiliate, something which is not permitted exchange or disposition of a nonfinancial in­ version of H.R. 2400, as the Conference Re­ today due to the Glass-Steagall Act, the Bank vestment or activity. Non-routine revenues­ port is not yet available. Holding Company Act and other provisions of such as one time gains-are not to be in­ In general, for high priority projects which federal and state law. cluded in the commercial basket revenue test, the House Committee agreed to primarily at May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10693 my request-Numbers 29, 38, 100, 110, 254, priation Bill, then $200,000 of the funds pro­ I was fortunate to take a class with Pro­ 279, 338, 366, 374, 471' 528, 593, 697, 706 vided in Project 366 are available for the phys­ fessor Johnson on the History of Economics. in Section 127 and Numbers 67 and 145 in ical construction of the Backbone Trail on It was an outstanding course, and I learned Section 333 the following rules apply: If the such right-of-way. In any event, after all nec­ much. We all know the adage that those who project is located within an unincorporated essary funding is secured for the completion do not learn from the past are doomed to re­ area of Los Angeles County or Ventura Coun­ of the Backbone Trail, the remaining funds peat it. I assure you, in Professor Johnson's ty, then the relevant county transportation provided for Project 366 are to be used for the class, I learned. agency should be considered the lead agency, creation of other recreational trails in the Since being elected to Congress, I have put unless otherwise identified below. If the project Santa Monica Mountains National Recreation the lessons I learned in Arthur's classroom to is located within an incorporated city of these Area selected by the NPS. Such trails could good use. I am pleased to report that the Fed­ counties, then the city agency which deals include the Upper Mulholland Trail, the Fering eral budget is now balanced, and in fact, we with transportation should be considered the Trail, the Nicholas Flats-Charmlee Connector are anticipating a sizable surplus this year. I lead agency. Many of these projects are delib­ Trail , and the Stone Ridge Trail. give Arthur Johnson a great deal of credit for erately described in the statute in a manner It is my hope that in addition to Project 366, that accomplishment? which gives the lead agency considerable dis­ additional funds for recreational trails in the Arthur has served Maine and the nation in cretion. Santa Monica Mountains will be included in so many ways. He was a legendary professor; Project 29 provides funds to the City of the Conference Report, perhaps in a separate was an outstanding President of the Univer­ Thousand Oaks for those of the following uses section detailing priority projects primarily au­ sity, and had the foresight to found the Maine considered of highest priority by the City: gen­ thored by Senators. The cost of completing Council on Economic Education and numer­ eral street improvements, repairs and resur­ the important and worthy Recreational Trail ous other organizations that are contributing to facing; construction of sound walls along projects (including right-of-way acquisitions) the vibrant future of our state and nation. SR23 in accordance with the priorities of the mentioned in the preceding paragraph ex­ Arthur Johnson is a man of integrity, intel­ City's sound wall prioritization list; or contribu­ ceeds $20 million. Accordingly, any and all lect, and respect. I am proud to count him tions by the City to be used along with other funds provided from FY98 appropriations, and among my friends, and to offer my thanks to available State or Federal funds to widen from the funds provided in H.R. 2400 for him for his many contributions both to my life, SR23, but only if funds otherwise available for Project 366, and any funds provided in other and to the lives of all Mainers. that purpose are insufficient. provisions of H.R. 2400 for the creation of Projects 100, 338, 593, and 697 will provide Recreational Trails in the Santa Monica Moun­ for street improvements, repairs and resur­ tains, are not surplus or duplicative. Rather, all facing, and/or for the construction or improve­ such moneys will be used by the NPS to cre­ MANDATES INFORMATION ACT OF ment of bicycle paths, in Oak Park, CA, ate as many Recreational Trails in the Santa 1998 Westlake Village, CA, Calabasas, CA and Monica Mountains National Recreation Area Agoura Hills, CA, respectively. The individual as funding from all sources will allow. The SPEECH OF projects will be selected by the applicable lead NPS is quite qualified to determine how the HON. WILLIAM F. GOODLING agency. various other Recreational Trail Projects OF PENNSYLVANIA should be prioritized behind the #1 priority­ For Project 11 0 the lead agency is the City IN THE HOUSE OF REP RESENTATIVE S of Los Angeles. These funds are to be used the Backbone Trail. Finally it should be noted in conjunction with the ongoing efforts to im­ that most or all of the other trails the NPS Tu esday, May 19, 1998 prove the business climates of the Canoga would like to create in the Santa Monica The House in Committee of the Whole Park and Reseda communities of the City of Mountains National Recreation Area branch­ House on the State of the Union had under Los Angeles. off of, or connect with, the Backbone Trail. consideration the bill (H.R. 3534) to improve For project 254 the lead agency is the Los For Project 528 the lead agency is the City congressional deliberation on proposed Fed­ Angeles City Department of Transportation. of Malibu. Of the amount allocated for this eral privat e sector mandates, and for other This project consists of the construction of a project, $50,000 is to be used to construct a purposes: bikepath mostly along the Los Angeles County low frequency traffic alert radio station to Mr. GOODLING. Mr. Chairman, for far too Metropolitan Transit Authority's right-of-way, serve those traveling in the Malibu area, par­ long the interests of America's consumers, commonly known as the Burbank-Chandler ticularly on the Pacific Coast Highway. The re­ workers, and small business owners have right-of-way. The bike path will connect the maining funds are made available to plan, en­ been lost in the shuffle of impassioned pleas Sepulveda Basin Recreation Area with Pierce gineer and implement safety improvements, for more federal laws and regulations. Be­ Community College. especially median barriers, on the Pacific cause of this, Congress has not shied away For Project 366 the lead agency is the Na­ Coast Highway in Malibu. from imposing expensive federal mandates on tional Park Service (NPS). Funds are to be I also want to take this opportunity to urge the private sector while neglecting the eco­ used for the creation of recreational trails (in­ the Conference Committee to fully fund the nomic repercussions. As a result, this practice cluding the acquisition of parcels necessary projects in other parts of Ventura County, par­ only perpetuates the distance between those for the right-of-way of each trail , and the phys­ ticularly Project 1048 to widen SR23. inside the beltway and those on Main Street. ical construction of the trails themselves) in I supported the Unfunded Mandates Act of the Santa Monica Mountains National Recre­ HONORING ARTHUR JOHNSON 1995 because it has helped to build bridges of ation Area according to priorities established understanding between our layers of govern­ by the NPS, with the highest priority being the ments by ending federal mandates on state Backbone Trail. Funds to acquire the right-of­ HON. JOHN ELIAS BALDACCI and local governments. It is now time to apply way for the Backbone Trail are included in a OF MAI NE that same logic to the private sector. list presented by the Administration to the Ap­ IN THE HOUSE OF REP RESENTATIVES I fully support the Mandates Information Act propriations Committees for the anticipated ex­ Thursday, May 21 , 1998 because it aims to extend the same account­ penditure of $699 million appropriated in FY98 Mr. BALDACCI. Mr. Speaker, I am deeply ability, currently afforded to state and local for high priority land acquisitions, etc. by the disappointed that legislative business in Wash­ governments, to the private sector. The Man­ NPS and other federal agencies. In the ex­ ington prevents me from attending today's dates Information Act will force Congress to tremely unlikely and unfortunate event that the Maine Council on Economic Education Spring take a good look at how the legislation we funds ultimately provided from FY98 appro­ Symposium, and from having the opportunity consider will impact those whom it affects priations for purchasing the right-of-way of the to personally offer my appreciation for Arthur most. No longer should Congress to able to Backbone Trail are insufficient, funds provided Johnson. pass on mandates whose financial implica­ by Project 366 would be used for that pur­ As a student at the University of Maine, I tions aren't fully considered. If the citizens in pose. In the expected circumstance that funds was privileged to get to know Professor Arthur the private sector must be held accountable sufficient to purchase the right-of-way of the Johnson, and his wife Emily. They were sim­ for complying with Federal law, Congress Backbone Trail are made available from funds ply wonderful people, and I enjoyed spending should be held accountable to the people af­ appropriated for FY98 in the Interior Appro- time with them whenever possible. fected by those laws. 10694 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 INTRODUCTION OF THE DEATH McClusky, Joyce McCoy, Courtney Mills, ties in eight northeastern Wisconsin and TAX INFLATION ADJUSTMENT ACT Aaron Moberly, Galan Moore, Jon Owens, Upper Michigan cities, more than 200 employ­ Chris Recktenwall, Eric Reissner, Kelly Rich­ ees and sales of nearly $50 million. HON. WALLY HERGER ardson, Lisa Schubert, Tara Sheets, Jennifer Through all these endeavors the couple al­ OF CALIFORNIA Staresnick, and Shane White. ways found time to give to their community. Congratulations to Mr. Horvath, who has Let me list, Mr. Speaker, some of Hugh's IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTAT IVES sent previous Indiana winners to this competi­ areas of service: the Menominee Public Friday, M ay 22, 1998 tion, and to all of these outstanding students. School Board, the Menominee County Board Mr. HERGER. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to of Commissioners and the board of the local announce the introduction of "The Death Tax DAR Boys & Girls Club. He was president of Inflation Adjustment Act," legislation which TRIBUTE TO HUGH AND MARY both the Menominee and Marinette chambers would provide an annual cost-of-living adjust­ HIGLEY of commerce and he was an Elder, Trustee ment for the unified credit-a major estate tax and Deacon of the First Presbyterian Church reduction tool-beginning in 2007. HON. BART S11JPAK of Menominee. Among his other activities, Despite a tax system that discourages sav­ OF MICHIGAN Hugh was active with the Republican party, ings, many American families work hard to set IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE S and was on the local harbor commission, the aside a portion of their earnings because they Friday, May 22, 1998 industrial park commission, the hospital board hope to be able to leave something to their and the board of the First National Bank of children. Not only are these lifelong savings Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, it gives me great Marinette. subject to the death tax, however, but the honor today to call the nation's attention to a Mary, while raising three boys, has served value of the unified credit-a major death tax married couple, Hugh and Mary Higley, who as an Elder, Deacon and president of the reduction tool-had, until recently, been seri­ live in my home town of Menominee, Michi­ Women's Association of the First Presbyterian ously eroded by inflation. gan, and whose commitment to family and to Church. Among other volunteer efforts, she As a result of the historic "Taxpayer Relief community has earned them love, respect, ad­ was president of the local hospital auxiliary, a Act of 1997 ," the unified credit will now be in­ miration, and now, special recognition by their director of the local DAR youth club, and a creased from an effective exemption of city. member of the city's Cemetery Board. $600,000 in 1998 to an effective exemption of Hugh, the eldest of the five children of Har­ A man like Hugh Higley with a wife like $1 ,000,000 in 2006. Regrettably, while both vey and Alice Clifford Higley, was born in De­ Mary could have been a success anywhere in the House-and Senate-passed versions of troit on March 18, 1918. In 1920 the Higley the world. Even after Hugh's retirement from that landmark tax reduction package indexed family moved to Menominee's twin city, Ansul, he could have seized a business op­ this $1 ,000,000 exemption annually for infla­ Marinette, Wisconsin, where Hugh's father portunity wherever he found one, but he chose tion, this provision was dropped from the final joined a local company new to the refrigera­ to remain in the area and make his new ven­ conference report and was not enacted into tion business, the American Sulfur Company, ture, lnterstateNalweld, one of the region's law. known later by the more familiar name Ansul. great success stories. My Speaker, the legislation I am introducing Mary, the second of the three children of Dr. Like their father, his sons Dave, Hugh and today would simply provide for an annual cost­ William and Edith Jackman Jones, was born in Bill could have taken their business acumen of living adjustment to the unified credit begin­ Clifton, Arizona, on January 7, 1920. Two and their technical acumen and established ning in 2007. While many of us in Congress years later the Jones family moved to Menom­ themselves successfully anywhere, but those would like to eliminate the death tax entirely, inee, where Mary's father opened an "ear, special traits they learned from their parents­ I hope we can all at least agree that the value eyes, nose and throat" practice. the importance of family and the value of forg­ of this important benefit should never again be Hugh played basketball and golf at ing lasting ties to their hometown-have eaten away by inflation. The time to act is Marinette High School and in his senior year drawn them back. now. I would urge all of my colleagues to co­ was editor of the school annual. He attended Thus the town is blessed with another gen­ sponsor "The Death Tax Inflation Adjustment the University of Wisconsin, graduating with eration of Higley's, who are creating their own Act." bachelor's degree in chemical engineering. He legacies of service to the community. There joined Ansul as a salesman. Mary graduated are no greater gifts a family give to its home from Menominee High School in 1938 and at­ town than wisdom, foresight, and quality busi­ LAWRENCE CENTRAL HIGH tended the University of Arizona. ness practices in its professional endeavors, SCHOOL IS CENTRAL STATES Hugh and Mary were married on June 21 , and a lifetime of dedication and volunteerism WINNER IN WE THE PEOPLE ... 1941. World War II saw Hugh in service to his to pubic service in its private efforts. THE CITIZEN AND THE CON­ country, first as a civilian working . for the This is the heritage of this remarkable cou­ STITUTION NATIONAL FINALS Army's Ordinance Department in Milwaukee, ple, Hugh and Mary Higley. 1998 and later as a Navy lieutenant in Florida and Mr. Speaker, the local community will seek California, finally working in China Lake, a to recognize these priceless gifts. May 29 , HON. DAN BURTON small desert community associated with avia­ 1998, has been proclaimed Mary and Hugh OF INDIANA tion ordinance testing. Higley Day in the city of Menominee. I invite IN T HE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES After the war Hugh and Mary returned to my colleagues to join me, adding our voices in Menominee, where Hugh resumed his Ansul humble thanks for a lifetime of service. Friday, May 22, 1998 career. Here they would raise three sons, Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, Law­ David, Hugh Jr. and William. Here Hugh would rence Central High School of Indianapolis rise from salesman in Ansul's Chemical Divi­ GOOD L UCK, TIME SHARERS competed in the 1998 National Finals of "We sion to Director of Corporate Customer Rela­ the People . . . The Citizen and the Constitu­ tions, Corporate Secretary, Vice President and HON. DONALD M. PAYNE tion" contest in Washington, DC after winning General Manager of the Fire Equipment Divi­ OF NEW JERSEY the Indiana competition. sion, and then to President of Ansul Inter­ IN THE HOUSE OF REP RESENT ATIVES Lawrence Central students competed with national. He retired from Ansul in January more than 1, 250 students representing 49 1969. Friday, May 22, 1998 states and was the Central States winner. In October 1969 Hugh and Mary purchased Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, earlier this year I Their teacher was Drew Horvath and the list of Interstate Welding Sales Corporation, which at had the distinct honor and pleasure of inform­ students is as follows: Kari Amos, Robert the time had 17 employees, two locations and ing our colleagues of a magnificent task of Baker, Kari Buis, Julie Burton, Sheila Cardinal, sales of less than $1 million. Hugh was even­ some young people in my district. These Haley Carney, Mark Davis, Justin Gray, tually joined by his three sons in this new ven­ young people were honored for performing the Amber Gross, Shawn Haislip, Kristen Halligan, ture and new career, but continued to manage highest number of acts of kindness in the na­ Seth Higgins, Megan lott, Les Jahnke, Kelly the day-to-day activities of the company tion. Today, I would like to inform my fellow Khoury, Ted Kieffer, Justin Lane, Jolene through March 1988. Interstate now has facili- Member of Congress of the acts of twelve May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10695 young people from East Orange, NJ. These searched for her for seven long years, until an Oklahoma, alone, lost roughly $13 million in fourth and fifth graders, the Community Prob­ amazing chain of events and clever investiga­ motor fuel tax receipts for FY '96. Many other lem Solving Team of the Quest Program of tive work, led to her being identified and re­ states are also adversely affected, for exam­ the John Howard, Jr. Unique School of Excel­ covered in San Juan, Puerto Rico. ple: Washington State, Oregon, Idaho, New lence, became aware of the fact that there are Investigating a complaint alleging child Mexico, Kansas, Michigan, and New York. many people in the city who do not have abuse, Inspector Berrios of Interpol Puerto The bill that I am introducing seeks to ad­ enough resources to get adequate food and Rico discovered that Crystal's birth certificate often go hungry. They decided to pool their re­ was fraudulent. He researched her case thor­ dress this problem. It will prohibit the Sec­ sources and use their skills to supplement ex­ oughly and carefully; contacting the National retary of Transportation from allocating funds isting hunger agencies in the area. Center for Missing and Exploited Children's for public lands highways on Indian lands and They spent over 500 hours in volunteering Web-site. He assigned Interpol Agents lsmael reservations unless either (a) the Indian tribe their time to local soup kitchens and to Cintron and Cesar Nieves to search the Cen­ has entered into a written agreement with the SHARE of New Jersey, an agency which pro­ ter's database of photographs of missing and state in which the highway is located that pro­ vides food to needy families at reduced costs. abducted children. The Agents were shocked vides procedures for the payment and collec­ They also raised over $1,000 through candy when they recognized the unique smile of a tion of motor fuel taxes that are sold to a non­ sales, school dances, and bake sales. They 14-month old baby. It was Crystal, who was used the proceeds to purchase almost 50 Native American by a retail establishment that then eight years old. She was reunited with is located on such land, or (b) the Indian tribe cases of non-perishable foods for local food her biological family shortly thereafter. panties as well as perishable foods for weekly refuses to enter into a written agreement and/ By initiating the chain of events that led to soup kitchens. but the allocation of funds is essential to the Crystal's recovery-all three agents deserve to Mr. Speaker, this project received first place construction or maintenance of a highway or be commended for ending a long and painful in New Jersey in the junior division of the road that is a critical component of the Na­ search. Their intuition, optimism, determination Community Problem Solving Component of and meticulous investigative work were critical tional Highway System. the International Future Problem Solving Pro­ towards the success in reuniting this family. The primary aim of this plan is to ensure gram. As such, the John Howard School Com­ munity Problem Solving Team , known as I also want to recognize the outstanding that non-Native Americans pay and are as­ TIME SHARERS (Team Is Making Efforts to service to our society being performed by the sessed the gas tax. This plan is not intended Stop Hunger All Round East Orange Really National Center for Missing and Exploited to infringe on tribal sovereignty, rather, it is Soon), will represent New Jersey at the Inter­ Children and the many organizations, such as meant to encourage the tribes to work coop­ national Competition in Ann Arbor, Michigan, grassroots activists, police departments, and eratively with the states in order to formulate June 12-15, 1998. I would like to take this op­ others throughout the nation whose commit­ a mutually-agreeable compact on the subject portunity to wish them good lunch but more ment makes such a difference in the lives and of motor fuel taxation. In addition, this bill does well-being of all children. Adelante and God­ importantly, I want to thank each of them­ not address the issues of gambling or ciga­ Camia Bell, Brittani Carter, Daveena Colwell, speed in your work on behalf of children and families in the Nation. rette taxes-it focuses only on the collection Lynn Duck, Jawaan Finch, Lemar Gale, and remission of motor fuel taxes. Myrtha Glaude, Barry Ishmael, Aniyah Jones, Savannah Segovia, Sophia Stewart and Jas­ This bill will yield numerous benefits. First, it mine Woodyard, and their coach and Quest A BILL TO RESTORE EQUITY TO would help ensure that states have adequate teacher, Ms. Christine McAdams, for caring THE COLLECTION AND PAYMENT funds for road maintenance and construction. and being part of the solution to a big prob­ OF MOTOR FUEL TAXES ON NA­ Second, it would end an inherent unfairness TIVE AMERICAN LANDS lem. They are all a good example of what ev­ posed by the sale of tax-free fuel on Native eryone should be doing to make life for our American lands. And, third, it would preserve fellow man, woman and child. HON. RAY LaHOOD jobs and keep businesses open. Many pur­ OF ILLINOIS chasers of motor fuel, both gasoline and die­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN RECOGNITION OF CRYSTAL sel, are likely to travel to Indian lands, be­ ANZALDI, INSPECTOR JOSE Friday , May 22, 1998 cause they_know they can avoid paying state BERRI-TORRES AND AGENTS Mr. LaHOOD. Mr. Speaker, today, I am in­ motor fuel taxes. And, the motive to do this CESAR NIEVES AND ISMAEL troducing a bill that will help restore integrity can be great for many drivers. In fact, in some CINTRON and equity to the process of the collection and states, the tax on gasoline can be as high as payment of motor fuel taxes on Native Amer­ 34 cent per gallon and 28 cents per gallon for HON. CARLOS A. ROMERO-BARCELO ican lands. I am pleased to be able to intro­ diesel. duce this bill with the support of 8 bipartisan OF PUERTO RICO The sale of tax-free fuel poses serious con­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cosponsors: Representative SANDLIN (D-TX), Representative ISTOOK (R-OK), Representa­ cerns for retailers who must pay the tax and Friday, May 22, 1998 tive DANNER (D-MO), Representative BLUNT who are located within a reasonable distance Mr. ROMERO-BARCELO. Mr. Speaker, on (R-MO), Representative COBURN (R-OK), of the Indian reservation, because the Native Wednesday morning, May 20, I had the honor Representative BILL BARRED (R-NE), Rep­ American retail establishments, by selling gas of participating in the 1998 Congressional resentative Doc HASTINGS (R-WA), and Rep­ at a lower price (i.e., without the tax) have the Breakfast organized by the National Center for resentative EHLER (R-MI). potential to put countless numbers of estab­ Missing and Exploited Children to celebrate Taxes placed on the sale of motor fuels di­ lishments out of business. For example, avoid­ the winners of the Third Annual National Miss­ rectly supports the efforts of state and federal ing the tax on diesel fuel for a typical truck ing Children's Awards. I had been looking for­ governments in building and repairing our na­ with a 250 gallon tank could mean a savings ward to this day and the opportunity to salute tion's roads and bridges. In order for our of $70-a sufficiently large amount to justify a the three outstanding Interpol investigators states to play their role in our transportation from Puerto Rico whose diligent investigatory system, they need to be sure that they are trucker traveling to Native American lands to work led to the rescue of missing child, Crystal collecting all of their motor fuel taxes. Unfortu­ refuel his or her truck. At the very least, a Anzaldi. nately, that is not currently the case. Currently, trucker could plan or time his, or her, routes Crystal Anzaldi, her parents, Mr. and Mrs. some Native American tribes do not always to ensure that they purchase tax-free fuel on Jeffrey Anzaldi, and her two sisters, traveled collect and remit gas tax receipts to the appro­ Native American lands. to Washington from Oregon, where they now priate government. This practice has cost the I urge Members to consider the impacts live, to commemorate this important event. states a significant amount of revenue that caused by the non-collection and remission of Crystal was just 14 months when she was ab­ could have been used to improve roads and motor fuel taxes on Native American lands ducted from her home in San Diego, Cali­ bridges. Lost revenue estimates for some fornia, in December of 1990. Crystal's parents states are in the millions. It is estimated that and to cosponsor this legislation. 10696 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 IN HONOR OF CHARLES the week of May 31 to June 6 through cere­ ship and dedication, the spirit of entrepreneur­ SCHODOWSKI AND JOHN RINALDI monies in Washington, D.C. ship is alive and flourishing in Minnesota. My Prior to that national event, ceremonies will congratulations to the award recipients and to HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH occur in our districts throughout the country. all small businesses in the state of Minnesota. On Friday, May 29, I will be privileged to join OF OHIO with others gathered to honor Minnesota's IN THE HOUSE OF REP RESENTATIVES leaders in the small business community, sev­ HONORING JIMMY STURR AND HIS Friday, M ay 22, 1998 eral of whom are constituents and friends. ORCHESTRA, NINE TIME Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Sue McCloskey has been named the 1998 GRAMMY AWARD WINNERS honor Charles "Big Chuck" Schodowski and Minnesota Small Business Person of the Year. "Li'l'' John Rinaldi as they celebrate the twen­ This award, determined by the U.S. Small HON. RICHARD E. NEAL tieth anniversary of their television program, Business Administration, is based on sales OF MASSACHUSETTS "The Big Chuck and Li'l John Show." growth, employer expansion, financial strength IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and response to adversity. First launched in 1978, "The Big Chuck and Friday, May 22, 1998 Li'l John Show" has served as the vehicle to Sue, a personal friend of mine, is the presi­ Cleveland's most beloved practitioners of dent and founder of Office Plan, a remanufac­ Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, I broad comedy, providing late night laughs to turer of office furniture. Starting her business take this opportunity today to honor Jimmy generation after generation of Clevelanders. in 1991 with three partners and one employee, Sturr and His Orchestra, a musical group That the show continues to thrive in a com­ Sue currently employs 33 personnel and has whose name in synonymous with polka music petitive late night television landscape domi­ an annual revenue of $4.5 million. in America. nated by syndicated programming attests to Office Plan buys outdated cubicles and work As a Member of Congress with a large Pol­ the popularity of Big Chuck and Little John's stations from businesses located throughout ish American constituency in Western and crazy antics. the country and refurbishes them on a made­ Central Massachusetts, I have learned first­ Charles Schodowski initially entered into to-order basis. Environmental sensitivity is a hand from the people who I represent of this Cleveland television as an engineer at WJW hallmark of Office Plan. Work fabric is recy­ group's popularity and intergenerational ap­ Channel 8 in 1960. By 1963, he was a writer cled or sent out to be made into industrial peal , and I am pleased to share their accom­ and occasional, if nervous, actor on a popular rags , and recycled products and environ­ plishments with the House of Representatives show hosted by the legendary Ernie mentally sensitive materials are used in pro­ today. "Ghoulardi" Anderson. Big Chuck's problems duction whenever possible. The rise in popularity of polka music in with stage fright were apparently short lived, Recently, Office Plan faced a major catas­ America is due in large part to the contribu­ however. When Anderson left for Hollywood in trophe. All of the firms computers were stolen tions of Jimmy Sturr and His Orchestra. Sturr's 1966, the show's producers tabbed Big Chuck and important business information such as style of polka music embraces musicianship. to co-host the show with popular Weatherman clients, billing and orders had to be recon­ This Americanized genre of polka music, Bob Wells, who was known as "Hoolihan the structed. With Sue's determined leadership, which features the trumpet, saxophones and Weatherman." "The Hoolihan and Big Chuck this was accomplished with minimal disruption. clarinets, is their trademark and is enjoyed by Show," which featured a movie interspersed Our states and community take great pride in generations around the globe. with short skits performed before a live studio Sue McCloskey's success and are pleased Having just recorded their 99th album, the audience, enjoyed a successful run until Wells' with this well deserved recognition. excellence of their recordings has earned the retirement in 1977. Northland Organic Foods Corporation, under group 9 Grammy Awards and 13 consecutive Making his debut as "Bridget the Midget," the leadership of Peter Shortridge, has been Grammy Nominations. The Broadcast Music John Rinaldi became a regular contributor on recognized as the Small Business Exporter of Inc. (BMI) has awarded Jimmy Sturr its most "Hoolihan and Big Chuck." Li'l John then the Year. Northland specializes in exporting valued award, the "Commendation of Excel­ joined Big Chuck as a co-host of "The Big organic food including grain, soybeans, buck lence"-the only one ever awarded in the Chuck and Li'l John Show" in 1978. Today, wheat and whole grains. Focusing on re­ polka field. Voted the "Number One Polka "The Big Chuck and Li'l John Show," the re­ search, marketing initiatives, educational pro­ Band in the Country" for the past ten years, cipient of numerous Local Emmy nominations, grams and customer service, Northland has their recordings have earned both "Album of is one of the longest running shows in the opened new markets for U.S. businesses. the Year" and "Song of the Year" status in the country. A positive benchmark for hallmark of the polka music industry. My fellow colleagues, join me in congratu­ Northland Corporation has been its outreach With his many successes, Jimmy Sturr still lating Big Chuck and Li'l John for twenty wild to its customers. All staff members speak the lives in the house where he grew up, and his years of ridiculous blond wigs, coconut creme language of the customers they work with and office is located across the street from the pies, and that distinctive laugh track that is in­ are knowledgeable about the respective cul­ high school he attended in the upstate village stantly recognized throughout the city of tures and business practices of the specific of Florida, New York which has a population Cleveland. Let us all hope that those laughs country to which they export. of 1 ,800. keep on coming for twenty years more. Charles Jones, a Minnesota resident, em­ America is a melting pot that celebrates the ployed with the U.S. Department of Veterans richness of the cultures within its borders. Affairs has been named the National Veterans Jimmy Sturr and His Orchestra bring this rich ­ MINNESOTA SMALL BUSINESS Small Business Advocate. This award is pre­ ness into our modern lives. As we dawn on LEADERS RECOGNIZED sented to individuals who advance small busi­ the 21st Century, I take this unique oppor­ ness opportunities for military veterans. tunity to honor Jimmy Sturr and His Orchestra HON. BRUCE F. VENTO Charles Jones is a vocational rehabilitation for their accomplishments. I look forward to OF MINNESOTA specialist. In that position, he helps disabled learning of their many more accomplishments IN THE HOUSE OF REP RESENTATIVES veterans to get the training and counseling in the future. needed to return to the world of work. Recog­ Friday, May 22, 1998 nizing the potential for self-employment, Mr. VENTO. Mr. Speaker, small business Charles has worked with the Minnesota Small SECOND ANNIVERSARY OF THE reflects the quintessential element of American Business Development Centers to help dis­ 1996 T E LE COMMUNICATIONS ACT creativity, innovation, and free enterprise with­ abled veterans to start a number of enter­ in our nation's economy. America's 23 million prises including: a gunsmith service, trucking, HON. DAVID E. BONIOR small businesses employ over 50 percent of · a restaurant and free-lance art. He obviously OF MICHIGAN the private workforce and are the principal has worked very successfully to match a wide IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES source of new jobs. Small businesses gen­ variety of business ventures to the interest of erate more than half of the nation's gross do­ the vets. Friday, May 22, 1998 mestic product. We will recognize the contribu­ Mr. Speaker, these are the recipients of this Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, February 8, tions of our nation's small businesses during year's SBA awards. Thanks to their steward- 1998 marked the second anniversary of the May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10697 passage of the Telecommunications Act of ber of congregations. These include Mt. Zion People should also remember that he was 1996. Though the Act was signed with great Methodist Church in Clearwater, Florida; John devoted to numerous humanitarian and chari­ fanfare, the promised competition and lower Wesley United Methodist Church in Fayette­ table causes, often without seeking the credit rates for consumers have been slow to mate­ ville, North Carolina; and the Wesley United or publicity that he deserved. He lent his name rialize. Methodist Church in Los Angeles, California. as well as giving millions of dollars for a vari­ Delays through court appeals and what In June 1991, he was appointed by Bishop ety of very worthy causes including Desert have become insurmountable regulatory hur­ Roy I. Sano to pastor Grace United Methodist Hospital, Catholic Charities and a Palm dles for the Regional Bell Operating Compa­ Church. · Springs celebrity golf tournament to help the nies (RBOCs) have cost millions of dollars and Not only in Reverend Gillespie loved by his victims of child abuse. In addition, one of the valuable time in giving customers more op­ congregation at Grace. Island, he is admired leading medical institutions of its kind is the tions through competition. With the passage of and respected by many others. He is often re­ Barbara Sinatra Children's Center which I am the Telecommunications Act, came the assur­ quested as a guest speaker by churches in proud to say is located in and serves the Palm ance of lower rates and greater choices the Western North Carolina Conference of the Springs and Desert Resort communities. through competition. Where is the competi­ United Methodist Church and for the Bishop I was not a Member of Congress last year tion? Where are the lower rates? Why aren't Roy C. Nichols Preaching Series on Spiritual when this distinguished body voted to award they here? Renewal in Oakland, California. Just last year him the Congressional Gold Medal. Neverthe­ By significantly reforming regulations over he received the Distinguished Leadership Cita­ less, I can attest that this was a fitting honor the industry, the new law promised that com­ tion for the development of a unique preach­ for a man of his high caliber. Now, as a Mem­ petition would drive rates down, produce bet­ ing/teaching ministry and church growth pro­ ber, I wish to take this opportunity to send my ter services, higher quality and consumers gram from the Ebony Prophets of the Cali­ deepest condolences to his wife Barbara, all would be given more options. Well after two fornia-Pacific Annual Conference of the United of the children, and the entire Sinatra family at years, it is about time that all the hard work Methodist Church. this most difficult time. Worldwide, the fans of put into passing the Act start to pay off. Con­ More than Reverend Gillespie's accomplish­ one of the greatest entertainers of our time will stituents don't know what the fourteen point ments as a minister, he is a compassionate carry memories of Frank with us always. checklist entails. They don't know what a Sec. man who always finds time to comfort and as­ 271 application is or what forbearance means. sist those in need. He makes monthly visits to Why should they? But, what they do know is NAT BINGHAM, PACIFIC COAST serve communion to shut-ins, lifts the spirits VOYAGER that their rates aren't coming down. Their and prays with the hospital-bound, even choices haven't changed. Now that has to spends time with members of his past con­ change. gregations. HON. NANCY PELOSI Mr. Speaker, it is time for the FCC and DOJ Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me OF CALIFORNIA to remove the stumbling blocks to true com­ in extending our appreciation for Reverend IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES petition. It is time to allow the Act to do what Gillespie's great works. Friday, May 22, 1998 Congress intended for it to do, tear down the Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, recently, I re­ barriers to competition. Allow the industries to ceived the news that Nat Bingham, Habitat Di­ compete in each others' market. Allow con­ TRIBUTE TO FRANK SINATRA rector for the Pacific Coast Federation of Fish­ sumers to have a say in who will provide their ermen's Associations, had died in his Fort services. The time has come to focus on en­ HON. MARY BONO Bragg home. The loss of his life is a great loss couraging new services in new markets, rather OF CALIFORNIA for the many friends who knew and worked than trying to protect the status quo. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with Nat to protect threatened and endangered Friday, May 22, 1998 fisheries along our Pacific Coast. Nat's enthu­ IN HONOR OF THE REVEREND siasm for his life's work was inspiring to all of Mrs. BONO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in SYLVESTER THADDEUS GILLESPIE us. order to commemorate one of the great Ameri­ Nat was a most unusual human being. He HON. JUUAN C. DIXON cans of our century, Mr. Francis "Frank" Al­ was a fisherman who believed in sustainable bert Sinatra. At the same time I rise to ex­ fishing. Protecting fisheries from depletion OF CALIFORNIA press the sadness that has befallen Palm were goals that led Nat to develop a program IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Springs, the Nation and around the world. He to restore winter run chinook salmon at a time Friday, May 22, 1998 was the son of immigrant parents, an enter­ when there was little awareness of what their Mr. DIXON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec­ tainer, a humanitarian, a husband and a fa­ loss in the wild might mean. Many times, I've ognize the life and contributions of the Rev­ ther, as well as a long-time resident of Cali­ heard Nat use the phrase: "This is a biological erend Sylvester Thaddeus Gillespie as the fornia and the city of Palm Springs. We mourn insurance program." Grace United Methodist Church prepares to because we have lost someone who em­ Nat was a bridge across troubled waters. honor his service to the congregation on July bodied so many of the traits that we admire­ He confronted forceful opposition in his work 13, 1998. So often we reserve our strongest talent, triumph over adversity, friendship and and he always responded with grace, goodwill accolades and expressions of love for persons caring . and solid science to support his positions. His after they have passed away. I would like to "Ole' Blue Eyes" was the best at his craft, ability to bring harmony out of discord was break with that tradition in honoring a great and we shall always remember him for this. well known. Anyone who is aware of the Pa­ preacher of the Gospel, the shepherd of the He overcame his Depression-era roots in Ho­ cific Coast salmon decline also realizes that flock that is Grace Unit-ed Methodist Church. boken, New Jersey to set the standard of ex­ there are no simple solutions to the complex Reverend Gillespie, born in Starkville, Mis­ cellence in many fields. His professional ac­ problems facing a number of salmon species sissippi, received his B.A. from Rust College complishments are numerous and of leg­ in our region. Nat always had a way of em­ in Holly Springs, Mississippi and his M.Div. endary proportion. He starred in more than phasizing the positive and seeking solutions from Gammon Theological Seminary in At­ sixty films and recorded countless albums. His that would nurture and sustain the resource he lanta, Georgia. He also attended the Com­ extraordinary talents were acknowledged in devoted his life to protecting. mand and General Staff College of the U.S. many ways. He won the Academy Award for We will always remember Nat-the sight of Army in Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. From his role in the 1953 film classic, "From Here his tall figure entering the office-completely 1975 to 1995 Reverend Gillespie served as a to Eternity." He won nine Grammy awards for relaxed and always with a smile, and his inde­ U.S. Army chaplain, retiring at the rank of his musical accomplishments. Certainly the fatigable nature and lasting commitment to Lieutenant Colonel. He was married to Bar­ most important reward for any performer is the protecting Pacific Coast fisheries. My condo­ bara Bonney Gillespie, who passed away in love and respect he gets back from the audi­ lences to Nat's family-his son, Eli, and his 1994. Together they had two sons, Devokan ence. By the measure, Frank may have been daughter, Jalena-and to Nat's many good and Damian. the most successful entertainer in history. It friends-Zeke Grader, Norman deVall, mem­ In addition to serving as Army Chaplain, was said that he had more than 2,000 fan bers of the Fleet-and scores of others who Reverend Gillespie has ministered to a num- clubs across the country. knew, respected and loved Nat Bingham. 10698 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 In the tradition of his family, Nat was an ex­ applicants. I am introducing this bill at the for­ conducting criminal background checks on plorer; his great grandfather, Hiram Bingham, mal request of the Broward County (Florida) certain port employees, and their system has discovered Machu Picchu. We were fortunate Commission. worked well. Considering the torrent of drugs to have been on the same journey with this I am introducing this bill because of the high and other contraband that moves in and out of special man. Our best memorial to Nat will be incidence of collusion between drug traffickers our ports, I do not consider it unreasonable for realized in following through with his initiatives and port employees. These "internal conspir­ a local government to require clean records to encourage sustainable fishing and to re­ acies" are becoming a major avenue for bring­ for the people who work on the docks. For store Pacific Coast fisheries. It is up to us now ing illegal dr.ugs into the United States. To that reason, I urge my colleagues to support to continue Nat's voyage and to bring success lessen the chance of future internal conspir­ this needed legislation. to his efforts. acies, my bill would allow the local governing body the option to require port employees or applicants have clean records. The subject of A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO KEVIN F. this bill was discussed at length at a House COLUMBIA UNIVERSITY SCHOOL BURNS ON HIS OFFER TO AT­ National Security, International Affairs and OF SOCIAL WORK CENTENNIAL TEND THE U.S. AIR FORCE ACAD­ Criminal Justice subcommittee hearing last EMY IN COLORADO SPRINGS, CO July which I attended as an ex-officio member. "Internal conspirators" are clever in the HON. NITA M. LOWEY HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR ways they help smugglers. They have been OF NEW YORK known to "innocently" swing a container in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF OHIO front of a surveillance camera in order to allow IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Friday, May 22, 1998 another container filled with drugs to pass Friday, May 22, 1998 through undetected. They also have been Mrs. LOWEY. Mr. Speaker, I hereby offer Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to known to tip off smugglers regarding the rou­ congratulations to the Columbia University pay special tribute to a truly outstanding young tines of Customs officials to maximize the School of Social Work, the oldest social work man from Ohio's Fifth Congressional District, chance of success in bringing in contraband. training program in the nation, on the occasion Kevin F. Burns. Kevin was recently offered an According to James Milford, a former head of its Centennial. From its beginnings as a appointment to attend the United States Air of the DEA in Miami, "Longshoremen are a summer program organized by the Charity Or­ Force Academy in Colorado Springs, Colo­ source of frustration for us, particularly in ganization Society of New York, the School of rado. South Florida. One of the things that concerns Social Work has had a long and distinguished Very soon, Kevin, who is from Sandusky, us is the ability of longshoremen to be utilized history of pioneering research, informed advo­ Ohio will be graduating from St. Mary's Cen­ successfully in pulling cocaine shipments out cacy and exceptional professional training. tral Catholic High School, and preparing for of cargo and moving it out of the port with im­ Social workers have played key roles in one of the most challenging, educational, and punity." every major social reform movement that has In response to reports about internal con­ rewarding experiences of his life: his four-year taken place in our nation-from settlement spiracies at Florida ports in the press, I re­ commitment at the Air Force Academy. houses to labor reform, to the New Deal, to quested that the Customs Service do a ran­ During his high school career at St. Mary's civil rights and voter registration. Many of the dom sample of the arrest records of long­ Central Catholic, Kevin excelled very well both laws we take for granted today-Social Secu­ shoremen at the Port of Miami and Port Ever­ academically and athletically. Through Kevin's rity, child labor restrictions, the minimum glades. The results were disturbing. Of a ran­ dedicated efforts in the classroom, he attained wage, the 40-hour work week, Medicare­ dom sample of 50 Port of Miami longshore­ a 3.3 grade point average. Kevin in a National came about because social workers saw injus­ men, 36 had arrest records. Of these 36 per­ Merit Scholar and has been placed in Who's tice and helped to inspire the country to take sons, they had a total of 213 arrests, including Who Among American High School Students. action. 68 drug arrests. Throughout the 20th century, Columbia's Kevin is also a very fine student-athlete. In a random sample of 38 Port Everglades While at St. Mary's Kevin performed well on faculty, students and alumni have worked tire­ longshoremen, 19 persons had arrest records. lessly to address both the causes and symp­ the fields of competition as a member of the Of these 19 persons, they had a total of 73 ar­ Varsity Football Team and the Varsity Wres­ toms of our most pressing social problems. rests, including 14 drug arrests. National movements, such as the White tling Team. Kevin has also made a strong Consider the arrest records from the fol­ House Conference on Children and the Na­ commitment to community service with his lowing three subjects: participation in the St. Mary's Key Club. Subject No. 1 from Port of Miami-arrested tional Urban League, have emerged from Mr. Speaker, each year, I have the oppor­ for robbery, assault and battery, carrying a projects undertaken by the School's faculty tunity to nominate young men and women concealed firearm, possession of a firearm by and administration in cooperation with profes­ from my district to America's military acad­ a convicted felon, aggravated assault, posses­ sional and community organizations. The en­ emies. I am pleased that Kevin was among sion of heroin with intent to distribute, posses­ tire nation has benefited from the work of peo­ those offered appointments to join the United sion of cocaine with intent to sell, possession ple like Eveline Burns (Social Security); Mitch­ States Air Force Academy's Class of 2002. He of heroin with intent to sell, grand theft, petty ell I. Ginsberg (Head Start); Richard Cloward is a gifted student and a fine young man. I theft, uttering a forged instrument, forgery of a (welfare rights and voter registration); Alfred would urge my colleagues to stand and join U.S. Treasury check, possession of cocaine, Kahn and Sheila B. Kamerman (cross-national me in paying special tribute to Kevin Burns, simple battery, aggravated battery, petty theft. studies of social services) and David Fanshel and in wishing him well in the future. Subject No. 2 from Port of Miami-arrested (children in foster care). for immigration violation, cocaine possession, As Columbia University School of Social marijuana possession, aggravated assault, Work, and the social work profession as a INTRODUCTION OF THE DRUG­ battery, loitering and prowling, narcotic equip­ whole move into their second centuries, they FREE PORTS ACT ment possession, aggravated assault, posses­ will be challenged to respond to ongoing so­ sion of a firearm in the commission of a fel­ cial changes and new social problems. Now HON. E. CLAY SHAW, JR. ony, resisting arrest, obstructing justice, aggra­ more than ever, we will need well-trained and OF FLORIDA vated battery, burglary, and cocaine posses­ dedicated social workers to work with troubled IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sion within 1,000 feet of a school. children and families, organize communities Subject No. 3 from Port Everglades-ar­ for change, conduct cutting edge research, ad­ Friday, May 22, 1998 rested for armed robbery, assault with intent to minister social programs, and alleviate soci­ Mr. SHAW. Mr. Speaker, today I am intro­ commit murder, breaking and entering, dis­ ety's most intractable problems. ducing legislation entitled the "Drug-Free Ports orderly conduct, shoplifting, burglary, dealing It is with appreciation and admiration that I Act." This bill allows local and state govern­ in stolen property, possession of cocaine, sale extend my best wishes to the Columbia Uni­ ments the ability to access Department of Jus­ of cocaine, domestic violence. versity School of Social Work on its Centen­ tice information for the purpose of doing crimi­ Mr. Speaker, since 1953, the Waterfront nial and look forward to its future achieve­ nal background checks on port employees or Commission of New York Harbor has been ments. May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10699 TRIBUTE TO SENATOR TERRY Another flawed aspect of this bill is the pro­ to the parent corporation to be entirely tax-free SANFORD vision which terminates all ongoing consent during the period of liquidation of the RIC or decrees in prison condition cases, even those REIT (which can extend over a period of SPEECH OF which do not involve prisoner release orders. years). The legislation is intended to eliminate HON. MARTIN FROST A consent decree is a voluntary contract be­ this abusive application of these rules by re­ OF TEXAS tween two parties to end the active phase of quiring that amounts which are deductible divi­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES litigation. This bill does not close the case-it dends to the RIC or REIT are consistently Wednesday, May 20 , 1998 simply prevents the states from negotiating a treated as dividends by the corporate parent. resolution of the case. In many of these RICs and REITs are important investment Mr. FROST. Mr. Speaker, it was with great cases, however, the state or local government vehicles, particularly for small investors. The regret that I learned of the death of my friend, wants to remain under the consent decree RIC and REIT rules are designed to encour­ Terry Sanford. During his illustrious career, rather than expend resources litigating over age investors to pool their resources and Terry Sanford served as Governor of the State conditions that are clearly unconstitutional. achieve the type of investment opportunities, of North Carolina, a U.S. Senator, and Presi­ This bill forces states to litigate cases they subject to a single level of tax, that would oth­ dent of Duke University. don't want to litigate, and is an incredible erwise be available only to a larger investor. I was lucky to know Terry personally, and to breach of states' rights. This legislation will not affect the intended be able to call him a friend. In 1989, Terry One of the decrees that would be termi­ beneficiaries of the RIC and REIT rules. Sanford and I traveled together to Budapest nated under this bill is one in my home state The legislation applies to distributions on or as part of the lnterparliamentary Union. There, of Michigan. A consent decree was entered in after today. A technical explanation of the leg­ we worked to bring the tools of democracy to Michigan to protect mentally ill prisoners who islation is provided below. the newly formed parliaments in Eastern Eu­ were routinely confined in isolation without The bill provides that any amount which a rope. mental health care. Several inmates com­ liquidating RIC or REIT may take as a deduc­ When Terry Sanford became Governor in mitted suicide and engaged in self-mutilation, tion for dividends paid with respect to an oth­ 1961 , he faced a difficult time of racial unrest including two prisoners who cut off their pe­ erwise tax-free distribution to an SO-percent in this country. Governor Sanford proudly nises. This legislation would end the Michigan corporate owner is includible in the income of stood up to those who called for turning back decree, and force the state to enter into costly the recipient corporation. The includible the clock on race relations, and instead blazed litigation in order to address a problem that amount is treated as a dividend received from a new trail for his state, and this country, in has been solved by the consent decree. the RIC or REIT. The liquidating corporation his commitment to equal rights for all. Congress has no business dictating to may designate the amount treated as a divi­ As Duke President, he created the Univer­ states how they should resolve litigation in­ dend as a capital gain dividend or, in the case sity we know today as a world leader in medi­ volving state institutions. If a state has decided of a RIC , an exempt interest dividend or a div­ cine, the arts, political science and the human­ that a consent decree best meets the state's idend eligible for the 70-percent dividends re­ ities. During his 16 year tenure, he took what needs, Congress should stay out of it. ceived deduction, to the extent provided by was once a small southern University, and Mr. Speaker, this bill overreaches the the RIC or REIT provisions of the Code. transformed it into one of the Nation's top ten bounds of the Constitution and violates the The bill does not otherwise change the tax schools. And still, his public service wasn't basic tenets of states' rights. It also makes it treatment of the distribution under sections done, because in 1986, he served with distinc­ difficult for the court to remedy inhumane pris­ 332 or 337. Thus, for example, the liquidating tion as a U.S. Senator. on conditions, and I urge my colleagues to corporation will not recognize gain (if any) on His tenure as a Senator was a continuation vote to defeat this misguided provision. the liquidating distribution and the recipient of all that he had worked for during his entire corporation will hold the assets at a carryover career, fighting for public education and the basis. improvement of his Nation. A BILL TO ELIMINATE AN The bill is effective for distributions on or It was an honor and a privilege for me to UNWARRANTED T AX BENEFIT know Terry Sanford. Clearly, Terry's hard work after May 22 , 1998, regardless of when the and dedication to public service have im­ plan of liquidation was adopted. proved the lives of all Americans, and he will HON. BILL ARCHER No inference is intended regarding the treat­ be sorely missed. OF TEXAS ment of such transactions under present law. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENT AT IVES Friday, May 22, 1998 LIMITING JURISDICTION OF FED­ TRIBUTE TO MIDWOOD HIGH ERAL COURTS WITH RESPECT TO Mr. ARCHER. Mr. Speaker, today, in coordi­ SCHOOL AT BROOKLYN COLLEGE PRISON RELEASE ORDERS nation with the Treasury Department, I am in­ troducing H.R. 3947, a bill to eliminate an un­ HON. MAJOR R. OWENS SPEECH OF warranted tax benefit which involves the liq­ OF NEW YORK uidation of a Regulated Investment Company HON. BART STUPAK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRES ENTAT IVE S ("RIC") or Real Estate Investment Trust OF MICHIGAN ("REIT"), where at least 80 percent of the liq­ Friday, May 22, 1998 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVE S uidating RIC or REIT is owned by a single cor­ Mr. OWENS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Tuesday, May 19, 1998 poration. Identical legislation is being intro­ pay tribute to the students, parents, and fac­ Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to duced in the Senate by Senator ROTH and ulty of Midwood High School at Brooklyn Col­ oppose H.R. 3718, a bill to limit the authority Senator MOYNIHAN . lege. On May 22, 1998, the United States De­ of federal judges to remedy inhumane prison The RIC and REIT rules allow individual partment of Education selected the school as conditions. shareholders to invest in stock and securities one of 166 winners of the Blue Ribbon Award. Under this bill, no individual convicted of a (in the case of RICs) and real estate assets These outstanding individuals have not been felony could be released from prison-or not (in the case of REITs) with a single level of celebrated as sports heroes and entertainment admitted to a prison-by a federal court solely tax. The single level of tax is achieved by al­ celebrities; but a tradition of academic excel­ on the basis of prison conditions. In many in­ lowing RICs and REITs to deduct the divi­ lence has been established at Midwood High stances, this bill would keep women prisoners dends they pay to their shareholders. School. These students, parents and edu­ who are sexually abused in the inhumane pris­ Some corporations, however, have at­ cators have tirelessly dedicated themselves to on condition or keep mentally ill patients who tempted to use the "dividends paid deduction" achieving academic excellence that is nec­ are physically abused in an inhumane prison in combination with a separate rule that allows essary to prepare our young people for the situation. It also means that the court would a corporate parent to receive property from an challenges of the next century. be prohibited from remedying Constitutional 80 percent subsidiary without tax when the Midwood High School at Brooklyn College, violations in prisons, including prisons so over­ subsidiary is liquidating. Taxpayers argue that a secondary school of 4,000 students in crowded that they violate the Eighth Amend­ the combination of these two rules permits in­ Brooklyn, New York, is located in a middle ment ban on "cruel and unusual punishment." come deducted by the RIC or REIT and paid class, urban environment. It is a model school 10700 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 of academic excellence within an integrated strive for excellence. I salute Midwood High current location, on Laskey Road, in 1961. instructional setting. The student population School for their outstanding academic per­ The Church established a school in 1967 and consists of 43% African American students, formance. Each student, teacher and parent is grew, grade by grade, until a new high school 10% Latino students, 17% Asian students, and part of a process of creating an environment building was built in 1978. This school can 30% students of other nationalities. Students in America where education is exalted, where now be proud of an enrollment over 400. wishing to attend Midwood High School may academics and intellectual activities are raised The Church ministers to community mem­ apply to one of three programs: the Medical to a new level. bers of all ages; from a weekly club, AWANA, Science Institute, the Humanities Program, Midwood High School students are provided for preschool through sixth grade, to a part­ and the Collegiate Program. with a great Opportunity-To-Learn and they time visitation pastor, Rev. Charles Vermilyea, Mr. Speaker, I feel some degree of personal use it well. We salute Principal Lewis Frohlich who calls on those hospitalized or with special pride in this achievement. For the last five and all of the teachers and students of needs. Other ministries include Ladies Alone years I have been a guest of the annual Midwood High School. for widows, Shepherds Ministry for those men­ Midwood Student Congress. At their Congress tally handicapped, and Campus Bible Fellow­ students debate issues and take votes. A bill ship for students at the University of Toledo. to greatly increase taxes on tobacco won a IN HONOR OF WARWICK H. Their charity does not stop there, as 20% of narrow victory this year. This activity is just JENKINS the weekly offerings go to missionary endeav­ one more example of the comprehensive ex­ ors. cellence of the program at Midwood. HON. MARTIN FROST The activities of the Church also extend far During the 1986-87 school year, Midwood OF TEXAS beyond the boundaries of my district. In fact, High School was named a School of Excel­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES this Anniversary celebration began with plans lence by the United States Department of to build a new auditorium for a mission church Friday, May 22, 1998 Education, In 1994, the school was also se­ in Crato, Brazil. Dozens of parishioners trav­ lected by Redbook Magazine as one of Amer­ Mr. FROST. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to eled to Brazil to assist in the building of the ica's fifty outstanding high schools. Of the honor Mr. Warwick H. Jenkins of Waxahachie, auditorium. 1997 graduating class: Texas, in celebration of his 50th anniversary The Emmanuel Baptist Church has been a Ninety-eight percent of the students went to as a licensed and practicing attorney. meaningful part of our community for over 100 college. Mr. Jenkins grew up in Waco, Texas, and years, and we hope for just as many years to Over seventy percent of the students attended college at Baylor University. When come. Let us offer prayer and honor to the earned Regents endorsed diplomas. America entered World War II, he enlisted in members of Emmanuel Baptist Church just as The school's SAT mean scores were signifi­ the United States Army, left Baylor, and they have offered prayer and honor to the cantly above the national mean. served his country in the European theater. members of our community for a century. The school was rated as one of the top fifty Mr. Jenkins participated in the landing at Nor­ high schools in America by the College Board mandy, the Battle of the Bulge, and the cross­ Advanced Placement Program. ing of the Rhine. He returned to Baylor after TRIBUTE TO MELVIN JACOBSON Students were awarded $28 million in col­ the war, and attended law school there on the lege scholarships. G.l. Bill. Mr. Jenkins graduated from law HON. BART STUPAK For the fourth year in a row, Midwood school in 1948, and moved 64 miles north of OF MICHIGAN ranked among the ten top schools in the na­ Waco to Waxahachie in order to begin his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion in the Westinghouse Research Competi­ practice. Mr. Jenkins is the founder and presi­ Friday, May 22, 1998 tion. dent of Jenkins & Jenkins, P .C. Sixty-four students were ranked Advanced Mr. Jenkins has also found time in his busy Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, I'd like to take a Placement scholars by the College Board. work schedule to become an active member moment to reflect on the meaning of vol­ Two Midwood seniors were selected as Na­ of his community. He teaches Sunday school unteerism and community service as personi­ tional Merit finalists. at the First Baptist Church, served as City At­ fied by an individual in my congressional dis­ Ten Midwood students received com­ torney for Waxahachie, and is a past president trict. mended status in the 1997 Achievement Pro­ of the Chamber of Commerce and the Lions We've all met such people in our personal gram. Club. He has also been active on all political and professional lives, people who have made The National Council of Teachers of English levels, having served as Democratic County the act of giving of themselves almost second presented a writing achievement award to a Chair and as a member of the State Demo­ nature. We soon recognize them in our com­ Midwood senior-the tenth year in a row that cratic Executive Committee. munities, even if we may not always know this prestigious award was presented to Mr. Jenkins is the father of four children, them personally, because we see them on Midwood High School. Jim, John, Laura, and Clay, and eight grand­ one day cooking pancakes at a benefit break­ In the New York Academy of Science 1997 children. fast, and perhaps on the next evening we may Science and Technology Expo, eight Midwood My fellow colleagues, please join me and see them serving as an auxiliary traffic police students received awards. his family in recognizing Mr. Warwick H. Jen­ officer at an event like a parade. Ten students received awards in a science kins, an outstanding attorney and active mem­ Gogebic County in the Upper Peninsula of competition sponsored by the Rockefeller ber of his community. Michigan is blessed with such a volunteer and Foundation. community servant. Mr. V. Melvin Jacobson University students at Midwood High School for half a century has dedicated himself to the are enriched in various ways by the academic lOOTH ANNIVERSARY OF EMMAN­ 4-H program and the youth of the county. It and physical resources of Brooklyn College: UEL BAPTIST CHURCH, TOLEDO, was in fact 1948 when Melvin became presi­ They are encouraged to enroll in courses at OR dent of the Gogebic County 4-H Council. the 'college campus, if qualified. From this leadership position, he would help They have the opportunity to use the col­ HON. MARCY KAPTUR the local 4-H launch a variety of valuable pro­ lege library. OF OHIO grams. They participate in appropriate college cul­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES First, he played a major role in the estab­ tural and career programs. lishment of the Gogebic Extension Camp at They conduct research under the tutelage of Friday, May 22, 1998 Little Girl's Point, which opened in 1950. He college professors. Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to served as a leader in the establishment and They take Midwood High School laboratory acknowledge the many contributions that Em­ operation of the 4-H Ski Hill on the George classes on the college campus. manuel Baptist Church has made to my dis­ Mussatti farm in Bessemer. The ski hill They hear distinguished scholars from the trict during the past 100 years of existence. opened in 1951 and was open every weekend college who visit Midwood as guest lecturers. Founded as the Oakwood Baptist Church in through the early 1980's. We must create an atmosphere where our 1898 and merged with Heston Street Baptist Melvin helped promote and organize many students are inspired and given ·incentives to Church in 1911, the congregation moved to its "Annual 4-H Winter Sports Days," and in his May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10701 18 years on the Gogebic County Fair Board serve as a thoughtful reminder to all Ameri­ countless ways a teenager can tell the rest of he actively promoted many county fair activi­ cans that in a Democracy each voice does the world that they notice, observe, and ties, including coordinating the 4-H Parade. matter strive to change their own little corner. And Maybe most importantly in his 4-H work, as my corner grows, so do the changes I can [1997-1998 VFW Voice of Democracy make. And as my voice grows, so do the oth­ Melvin has served as a positive and encour­ Scholarship Competition] ers behind it. aging friend to the children involved with the MY VOICE IN OUR D EMOCRACY My voice will continue to be heard, at dif­ Gogebic County 4-H program. I have it on (By Ashley Allyn) ferent levels, as my school years and commu­ good faith from a member of my own staff, a nity involvement continues. But in a democ­ "The doctor will see you now." That's racy, it is reassuring to know that it will 4-Her from northern Michigan, that "Melly," as something you might expect to hear if he was known, never failed to offer a warm, never be along. Others may be making dif­ you've lost your voice. That is "voice"-de­ ferent points, and even opposing points, but welcoming smile, a constant and an eagerly fined in the dictionary as "sound made they will all be heard. And that, of course, is expected treat for those youth attending 4-H through the mouth, especially by human our fundamental strength-that here in Camp or exhibiting their projects at the Goge­ beings, as in talking, singing, etc." America we will always have a chorus of bic County Fair. But there is another sort of voice we need voices. Mr. Speaker, we know the face of this giving to be concerned about. Consulting the dic­ tionary again, we find quite " the right to ex­ volunteer was bound to show up in other press one's wish, choice, opinion, or to make venues, as is the case with true volunteers, so it prevail; as in, having a 'voice' in our gov­ TRIBUTE TO MATTHEW KENNEDY it should be no surprise to learn Melvin also ernment." We have all seen enough news­ served as a Gogebic County Commissioner paper and television accounts of the tragic HON. JOHN E. PETERSON for 22 years. For the same amount of tim~ he consequences in countries where the people OF PENNSYLVANIA served on the Western U.P. Planning and De­ have lost their voice. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES velopment Regional Commission and with the My voice in our democracy started before I could even actually speak. Ours is a country Friday, May 22, 1998 Gogebic-Ontonagon Community Action Agen­ with civil rights for all-no matter how Mr. PETERSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. cy. young. I was protected by laws from the very Melvin was a member of the Gogebic Coun­ Speaker, I rise today to acknowl~dge the ac­ beginning of my life. As I grew older, I was complishments of Matthew Kennedy who won ty Airport Board for six years, a member of the able to function within our democracy on a a scholarship in the Veterans of Foreign Wars UPCAP Executive Committee for 11 years, smaller scale-within my family, my peer of the United States and its Ladies Auxiliary and he served on the Western U.P. District group, and my schooL Voice of Democracy broadcast script writing Health Board for 18 years. He was a liaison to When I turn 18, my voice will grow louder, contest. Matthew is the son of Glenn and Shir­ the Michigan Townships Association for eight because I will be able to vote. But what about now? Under our Constitution, my ley Kennedy who are serving as missionaries years. Melvin was active in dairy farm profes­ rights as a citizen are protected. One of the in Taichung, Taiwan and was sponsored by sional associations, and in other profes­ most satisfying things about living in a de­ VFW Post 727. As the Pacific Areas winner, sionally-related efforts he was a part of the mocracy is knowing that I do have a voice. he is the recipient of a $1,500 Silver Spring Agricultural Stabilization and Conservation I have the right to free speech, the right to Memorial Post 2562 Scholarship Award. Com­ publish my feelings, the right to write my Service for 30 years. peting with over 93,000 students, sixteen year Repeated terms on the local Lutheran Congressmen, and the right to organize a group. Even children in elementary school old Matthew won one of the 54 national schol­ Church board and service as a Little League arships with his speech "My Voice in Our De­ Counselor round out the valuable contributions have made their voices heard by launching a campaign addressing a concern. Anyone can mocracy." I would like to insert his speech into made to the area families and the community. make their voice heard by the leaders of this the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. It's no wonder that Mr. Jacobson was nomi­ country-they must have to speak up. I can My voice in our democracy is as powerful nated for Governor George Romney Lifetime do it, too. With supporters behind any cause as a sweeping tide, as far-reaching as Achievement Community Service Award. I choose, my voice will be heard in Wash­ thought, and as valuable as the wisdom of Michigan's former governor served as an in­ ington. Solomon. Its power is recognized and pro­ spiration for volunteerism in the state before Ha, you think. Congressmen don't listen. tected by our Constitution, its potent influ­ he became a national inspiration for last year's They're corrupt, they're not even real to me. ence is proven by our nation's history and by gathering in Philadelphia. Think again. Given an unusual chance most current events; its value makes it my duty people could only dream about, I was able to On May 30, 1998, V. Melvin Jacobson will to steward it carefully. meet our nation's senators, to work with Did the Founding Fathers believe the voice be honored by friends and family at a 4-H Ap­ them face to face, and get to know their per­ of a single citizen holds power? Absolutely. preciation Banquet. I ask all my colleagues to sonal quirks and mannerisms. I realized that They established the freedoms of religion, join me in celebrating this lifetime of service to they are just people like you and me. speech, press, assembly, and petition. They all the people of the western Upper Peninsula They're everyday people-but they're people wove into our democracy the great principles of Michigan, and to offer thanks on behalf of who had the drive, the initiative, and the of popular sovereignty, limited government, all those, children and adults, whose lives concern for their country to try to fix its representative government, and majority were enriched by this service. problems. After that opportunity, I saw how rule balanced by minority rights. They en­ important and valuable anyone's voice is and shrined the fundamental worth of each indi­ I realized that I wanted my voice to be vidual's voice and the equality of all voices. MY VOICE IN OUR DEMOCRACY heard. To the minds of the Founding Fathers, even Oh, I won't necessarily change the world at these freedoms and rights were not enough; this stage of the game, but the knowledg·e they established the Ninth Amendment HON. JOHN E. SUNUNU that, in the very near future, that could be a which recognized other unenumerated rights OF NEW HAMPSHIRE real possibility is something that will direct of the people. Is my voice really so powerful my educational goals and my extracurricular IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as to be precious? The Framers of our nation activities. apparently thought so; they protected it as Friday, May 22, 1998 As a high school student, there are many the essential flame of democracy. opportunities for me to voice my opinion. I Try telling Robert E. Joiner one vote can­ Mr. SUNUNU. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to can debate issues in class, I can attend gov­ not make a difference. Less than twenty pay special tribute to Ashley Allyn, 16, of New ernment related activities such as Model years ago he ran for the office of Southern Durham, New Hampshire. As a national win­ Congress and Youth in Government, and I District Highway Commissioner in Mis­ ner of 1997-98 Veterans of Foreign Wars and can campaign for political candidates. By sissippi and won-by less than one ten-thou­ Ladies Auxiliary "Voice of Democracy" broad­ showing my support for a candidate, whether sandth percent of the votes. Had his oppo­ cast script writing contest, Ashley concisely it be at the town or national level, I am tell­ nent garnered just six more votes, Joiner captures the importance of America's most ing my neighbors, my community, and my would have lost the election. basic freedoms in her well -written entry. country that I care about what laws are Just last April, Eugene Shoemaker won passed and which progTams are funded. I can the seat of Orfordville, Illinois, village trust­ I hereby submit Ashley's work for publica­ petition my school board if I feel a change ee by drawing from a hat. He and his oppo­ tion in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD and con­ needs to be made in my schooL I can write nent each earned one hundred popular votes. gratulate her for her thoughtful piece entitled my state senator about a problem that I feel Had just one more villager voted, the elec­ "My Voice in our Democracy." Her words needs to be addressed in my state. There are tion would have been decided by the people. 10702 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 As it was, the outcome was left completely tion has to offer. These students have learned JOHNSON, Congressman NICK LAMPSON, and to the fingers of chance. to cherish the rights found in our constitution­ myself. The vote of each American counts toward the rights our founding fathers died for and for I urge my colleagues to help all parents who the election of local, state, and national this I commend them today. may be seeking to locate a missing daughter leaders. Its effectiveness is directly propor­ tionate to the frequency of its use. My voice, For winning second place this year, for the or son. Jennifer's Law is necessary to bring and the voice of every American, does not, long nights and weekends spent in intense relief to families that face endless nights of not however, die in the ballot box. study and for the honor which they so greatly knowing where a loved one may be and what Boycotts, like those instigated by the leg­ deserve, I ask my Congressional colleagues to has happened to them. This legislation is a endary Rosa Parks bus incident in Mont­ join me today in congratulating the teacher simple way of closing a terrible loophole with gomery, Alabama, and citizens organiza­ Rosalee Heffernan and these high caliber stu­ painful and needless consequences. tions, like those founded by the consumer dents: Nina Bassil, Claudia Capriles, Alejandra Mr. Speaker, Jennifer's Law will bring peace advocate Ralph Nader, wield profound influ­ Chamorro, Ana Del Cerro, Claudia Ferrer, and relief to thousands of American families ence. Demonstrations spotlight the views in the Jennifer Garcia, Mariah Gidel, Miriann whose sons and daughters have disappeared sight of the public. On generating social re­ Guazzini, Annie Heffernan, Lauren Knicker­ and remain missing. Each year, thousands of form, President Woodrow Wilson proclaimed bocker, Genevieve Koch, Monica Leal, unidentified bodies are buried in the United this, "In order to clean house the one thing Sabrina Munnings, Maria Ortega, Kristina States. While law enforcement officials are re­ we need is a good broom. Initiatives and ref­ Perez, Talia Romero, and Melissa Zurini. quired to report unidentified bodies, they are erendums are good brooms." not required to use the already established na­ My voice, and the voice of every American, tional repository for information that may have is carried on the wings of peaceable assembly A HISTORIC VOTE FOR PEACE criminal investigation importance, the National and petition; it influences those around me and even trumpets itself through my every­ Crime Information Center (NCIC) of the Fed­ day actions. HON. KAREN McCARTHY eral Bureau of Investigations. The worth of my voice, because of its OF MISSOURI In New York City alone, Mr. Speaker, over power and effectiveness, is incalculable. To IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 4,000 unidentified persons are buried each not exercise it is a foolish waste. Because year in mass graves in Potter's Field without our democracy provides many practical vehi­ Friday, May 22, 1998 NCIC references. The circumstances of this cles for my voice, and because our country's Ms. McCARTHY of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, oversight are stark and real; thousands of un­ future truly depends on it, it is my duty to today the people throughout Ireland will make identified bodies may be identified and long­ articulate it. Otherwise, I scorn the prag­ a historic vote for peace and progress. I would awaited closure brought to their families matic provisions of our democracy; I become a parasite living off the nation's privileges like to commend all of the leaders who have across the United States through the usage of without positive contribution to the nation; worked assiduously to reach this agreement to the NCIC. I toss aside my right to cry for change in so­ establish a political framework to reunite the Many of these unidentified persons who are ciety. Or as Edmund Burke put it, "The only people of Ireland. found dead or murdered were only children thing necessary for the triumph of evil is for For lasting peace to take hold in Northern when they disappeared from their families. good men to do nothing." But when I vote, Ireland, economic stability and growth must be Those children may be alive or dead any­ petition, write, speak, or act for the benefit achieved. The Republic of Ireland is often re­ where in this country. Federal legislation must of the nation I am, to the utmost, fulfilling ferred to as the "Celtic Tiger" because of the be enacted swiftly in order to address the na­ my patriotic duty. To the cynic, my voice may be merely the strides that its citizens have made in building ture of this terrible situation. frail peeping of one person among two-hun­ their economy and in attracting foreign invest­ Mr. Speaker, in my home state of California, dred-sixty million, but to Robert E. Joiner, ment capital. The same pattern of growth and for instance, law enforcement officials are re­ Eugene Shoemaker, Rosa Parks, Ralph development as occurred in the Republic now quired to report unidentified bodies to the Nader, and to me it is the soaring shout of needs to take hold in the North of Ireland. NCIC, but that is not enough for parents like freedom. My voice is the very essence of our Secretary of Commerce Richard Daley will Carl and JoAnn Rock because their son could democracy. Multiplied several million times, lead a trade mission this June to promote eco­ be alive or dead in another state, even as far my voice is the throbbing heart of America. nomic development and private investment by away as New York City's Potter's Field. Their U.S. firms. I support this initiative because tragic story demonstrates the need for com­ long term stability is directly linked to eco­ prehensive action, not a piece-meal solution. OUR LADY OF LOURDES ACADEMY nomic prosperity. History has shown that the Last fall, JoAnn Rock and other families IN MIAMI, FL key to resolving longstanding tension is who have also lost their children came to ask through economic expansion. the help of their Representatives as part of a HON. ILEANA ROS.LEHTINEN Mr. Speaker, today the people of Ireland are group called Finding Our Children Under OF FLORIDA making a choice on whether they wish to Stress (FOCUS). Mr. Speaker, I do not believe IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES move forward or return to the violence and the that they made their trip in vain. bloodshed of the past. This vote is an impor­ Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to sup­ Friday, May 22, 1998 tant step in the journey toward peace and port Jennifer's Law. It costs nothing but it Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I would trust. I commend the U.S. and foreign leaders gives in return the priceless gift of human like to pay tribute to an outstanding group of who will make peace a reality by their work to compassion. This bill is a clear, obvious way girls from Our Lady of Lourdes Academy who encourage investment and growth in Northern to remedy a confusing and terrifying situation. won second place at this year's national We Ireland. Mr. Speaker, I want to share with my col­ the People competition. leagues the experience of the Rock family in These dedicated, remarkable girls spent their own words. It is my hope that this story countless of hours studying diligently to win JENNIFER'S LAW ACT OF 1997 will inspire each of you to act upon their behalf the local and state tournament. Proudly rep­ and the behalf of thousands of families still resenting the state of Florida this year in our HON. TOM LANTOS searching for their missing loved ones. national competition, these devoted 17 girls OF CALIFORNIA I cannot begin to put into words my feel­ made evident their pride in our country's herit­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ings, profound sadness and sense of loss as a age and demonstrated their vast knowledge of result of the disappearance of our son, Rob­ U.S. history and of current events. Friday, May 22, 1998 ert. Bob was our son, our daughter Kristin's Great statesman Edward Everett mentioned Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to brother, a grandson, nephew, cousin and that "Education is a better safeguard of liberty recognize the brave efforts and profound hope friend. All the people who know and love Rob have had their lives changed forever. Almost of my constituents JoAnn and Carl Rock in the than a standing army." Mr. Speaker, education three years have passed with not a single is indeed, a safeguard of liberty. Through edu­ search of their missing son, Robert, and to piece of information about Rob's where­ cation we are made free. These 17 girls have urge support for the Jennifer's Law Act of abouts. As a Magna Cum Laude graduate of embodied the definition of liberty as they have 1997. H.R. 2850, which was introduced by my NYU he had wonderful plans and a promising edified on what our wondrous democratic na- distinguished colleagues, Congressman JAY future. Stricken with schizophrenia in 1995, May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10703 his life literally fell apart. A bout of hos­ MANDATES INFORMATION ACT OF private sector, but I disagree with the method pitalizations, medications and depression 1998 this bill takes to achieve that goal. That bill left him and his family confused and an­ creates an unnecessary obstacle for consid­ guished. SPEECH OF ering legislation and is implemented in an arbi­ On May 3, 1995 Rob left his home to get HON. BART STUPAK trary way. I hope we can continue to work to lunch downtown. He has never been seen or assure that the cost of legislation on the pri­ heard from since. We live in a suspended OF MICHIGAN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vate sector is considered, but urge my col­ state, fearing the worst, dealing with false leagues to reject this misguided bill. leads and dashed hopes, facing each day ask­ Tuesday, May 19, 1998 ing "where is our son?" The House in Committee of the Whole When we reported to the Millbrae Police House on the State of the Union had under TRIBUTE TO VICE ADMIRAL Department that Rob was missing, they were consideration the bill (H.R. 3534) to improve GEORGE R. STERNER wonderful. Without hesitation they entered congressional deliberation on proposed Fed­ him into the NCIC (National Crime Informa­ eral private sector mandates, and for other HON. NORMAN SISISKY tion Center) system. Chief Parker has seen purposes. Ol:<' VIRGINIA that the investigation goes on with special Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to thanks to Officers Michael Grogin and Robb IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES oppose H.R. 3534, the Mandates Information Lowe. " 3 Children" of San Bruno, CA and Friday, May 22, 1998 Child Quest Int'l of San Jose were two agen­ Act of 1998. This misguided legislation would cies that reached out to help with a missing create a road block for many environmental, Mr. SISISKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to adult. There is no doubt that because of worker health and safety, and consumer-pro­ recognize and honor Vice Admiral George R. Rob's disappearance our level of awareness of tection legislation the House may consider in Sterner, United States Navy, as he retires the horrifying number of children and adults the future. upon completing 36 years of faithful service to who are missing each year has changed dra­ H.R. 3534 allows a point of order against our Nation. matically. A child is reported missing every any bill or amendment if its direct costs to the During his distinguished career, Vice Admi­ 40 seconds in this country. We don't even private sector-either by way of regulatory ral Sterner played a significant role in reshap­ have statistics on missing adults. costs or taxes-exceed $100 million. ing the way America develops, acquires, mod­ Rob was 26 and an at-risk adult because of The current unfunded mandates law-which ernizes and maintains its ships, ordnance and being afflicted with schizophrenia. He is so I support and voted for in 1995-establishes a systems so that our Sailors and Marines at the bright and talented but this disease has point of order against any bill that imposes net tip of the spear have the best in the world at robbed him of his ability to deal rationally costs of more than $50 million to state or local an affordable price. with the world. He feels himself to be respon­ governments. This law is designed to prevent Vice Admiral Sterner's career began in 1962 sible for every "evil" thing that happens on Washington from passing on the cost of new upon his commissioning as an Ensign in the earth. Can you imagine having to face each laws and regulations to the states and local United States Navy. During the years that fol­ day knowing you caused the Oklahoma governments. lowed, he served aboard four submarines, bombing, the earthquake in Osaka, the war The Mandates Information Act, however, is U.S.S. Tullibee (SSN 597), U.S.S. in Bosnia. more broad and would restrict more legisla­ Kamehamena (SSBN 642), U.S.S. Archerfish In his delusional state, Rob thinks his fam­ tion. Under this bill , for example, any legisla­ (SSN 678), and U.S.S. Henry L. Stimson ily is dead. We are very much alive and want tion that increases taxes on gasoline, airports (SSBN 655), and commanded two others, the to find our son. We found support and assist­ or tobacco-which would be used for highway attack submarine U.S.S. Sturgeon (SSN 637) ance immediately from other families of funding, airport construction, or reducing teen and the ballistic missile submarine U.S.S. Flor­ missing loved ones, and endless support from smoking-would be subject to a point of order. ida (SSBN 728). caring friends. Wanting to reach out to oth­ This bill would jeopardize the hard-fought Among his shore assignments was duty on ers I became involved as a founding member of a group called F.O.C.U.S. (Finding Our BESTEA highway program, which includes the staff of the Commander in Chief, United Children Under Stress). One of the first ac­ $356 million more for my home state, and States Atlantic Fleet; as branch head for sub­ tivities of our group came about when a hor­ could stop the tobacco bill, which is being marine tactical weapons on the staff of the rifying bit of information surfaced related to crafted with the intention of curbing teen Chief of Naval Operations; Program Manager one's search for a loved one. In this country smoking, from being considered when it for Mark 48 Advance Capability Torpedo; and we have a central repository of information reaches the floor. Program Executive Officer for Submarine available to law enforcement for listing Another problem with this legislation is that Combat and Weapons Systems. He also missing and unidentified persons, the NCIC. the implementation of the point of order provi­ served at Naval Sea Systems Command, first Law enforcement must immediately list a sion is uneven and arbitrary. For example, if as Assistant Deputy Commander for Combat missing child under the age of 18 into this Congress decides to increase the tax on to­ Systems Engineering and Technology and system. Our population can easily move from bacco products in order to create new pro­ then as Vice Commander. state to state so this is so logical. However, grams and incentives to stop children from On April 25, 1994, Vice Admiral Sterner states are not required to list adults nor are smoking, the bill would be subject to a point took charge of Naval Sea Systems Command, they required to report unidentified persons of order. But, if Congress passes a tobacco (alive or deceased) found in their jurisdic­ the largest of five Navy Systems Commands. tion, into this system. If our son died with­ tax, and decides to use the increased reve­ As Commander of Naval Sea Systems out any identification on him, has he been nues to pay for a tax break for special inter­ Command, his remarkable leadership re­ buried in a Potter's Field somewhere in this ests, there would be no point of order. In both focused and re-energized the organization, country, his identity forever lost? Mourning of these examples a mandate was imposed on which, due to downsizing and restructuring, may never end, investigations may continue the private sector, but in only one case is the was experiencing a transformation of a mag­ to go on, families grieve over cases that point of order imposed. nitude and impact that had not been experi­ could be solved. As a result, under the en­ I also find this bill unnecessary. The Un­ enced since World War II. Carefully executing couragement of Congressman Lanto's office funded Mandates Reform Act already requires a budget of about $14 billion annually and we have proposed federal legislation to rec­ the Congressional Budget Office to report the managing more than 180 acquisition pro­ tify this, Jennifer's Law, HR 2850. In content private sector costs of legislation to Congress. grams, he has been an outstanding steward of simply-require states to report unidentified Additionally, an executive order exists which taxpayer dollars, yet has also ensured we persons found in their jurisdiction into the requires federal agencies to consider private have the technically-superb, world-class ships, NCIC in a prompt manner. Jennifer's Law would not only ease the suffering of families sector costs when drafting and implementing ordnance and systems needed to protect our wanting to hear about missing loved ones, regulations. Congress and the Administration national interests. but could help solve other crimes as well. HR is already addressing the need to consider As testament to his dynamic leadership, the 2850 will ensure that no child or adult is bur­ mandates on the private sector. National Performance Review chose to honor ied as Jane or John Doe. It will assure that Mr. Speaker, I support the objective of this him and his command with 27 Hammer they keep their identities even into their legislation, which is to assure that Congress Awards for contributions to create a govern­ deaths. fully considers the mandates imposed on the ment that works better and costs less. 10704 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 Closer to home, Vice Admiral Sterner has I applaud Pennsylvania Free Enterprise the mother I needed as I made my way as a been a good friend to the men and women of Week which continues to fulfill its mission of young woman through the trials and tribu­ Virginia who make their livelihood at the Nor­ providing the highest quality economic edu­ lations of public service. In her Darwinian folk Naval Shipyard. Thanks in part to his in­ cation to the youth and educators of Pennsyl­ function, she gave birth to me in the political sightful planning, the Shipyard will retain its vania, thereby insuring a brighter future for the arena, set standards she expected me to important military-industrial capabilities and Commonwealth. meet, and shoved me out of the nest to be­ continue to provide jobs for decades to come. come a member of Congress. Vice Admiral George Sterner's innovation Susie is retiring this year after serving 26 and vision positioned Naval Sea Systems TRIBUTE TO THE HON. S . SUE years in the Missouri House. Her children and Command for the 21st century and beyond. SHEAR grandchildren are to be commended for their He is an individual of uncommon character, generosity in sharing her with the broader and his superb leadership and service will be HON. KAREN McCARTHY community, our state and nation. The world is sincerely missed. Mr. Speaker, I am proud to OF MISSOURI a better place tor her life of public service. be able to recognize him today and thank him IN T HE HOUSE OF R E P RESENTATIVES Thank you , Mom, for teaching me the joy of giving back to society. for his honorable service in the United States Friday, May 22, 1998 Navy, and wish him "fair winds and following seas" as he brings to a close his distinguished Ms. McCARTHY of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I career. rise today to pay tribute to the Honorable S. TEEN PREGNANCY PREVENTION Sue Shear, a Representative from the 83rd MONTH Legislative District. She is currently serving IN HONOR OF THE PENNSYLVANIA her 13th term in the Missouri House of Rep­ HON. DONNA M. CHRISTIAN-GREEN FREE ENTERPRISE WEEK resentatives. Her district takes in all or part of OF VIRGIN ISLANDS six communities: Clayton, Ladue, Olivette, IN THE HOUSE OF REP RESENTATIVES HON. JOHN E. PETERSON Creve Coeur, Overland and University City. Friday, May 22, 1998 Representative Shear has spent the last 26 OF PENNSYLVANIA Ms. CHRISTIAN-GREEN. Mr. Speaker, years fighting for the rights of women, IN THE HOUSE OF RE P R ESENTATIVES rise to join my colleagues to take advantage of bettering conditions for Missouri's children, the fact that this is Teen Pregnancy Preven­ Friday, May 22, 1998 older adults, the disabled, health care in gen­ tion Month to speak about this important and Mr. PETERSON of Pennsylvania. Mr. eral and working to improve the conditions in far reaching problem in my community and Speaker, I rise today to join the citizens of Missouri's prisons. She sponsored numerous many others across this nation, and to thank Pennsylvania to pay special tribute to the measures reflecting her commitment to the en­ my colleagues Ms. CLAYTON and Mrs. Foundation for Free Enterprise Education vironment, working people, and consumers. MORELLA for their leadership in calling this which this year is celebrating the 20th Anni­ She was the original author of the award win­ evening's special order. versary of Pennsylvania Free Enterprise ning "Parents as Teachers" program, first es­ According to statistical data provided by the Week. tablished in Missouri and now a national Virgin Islands Department of Health, Bureau of Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week is a model. One of the battles not won was for the Vital Statistics and other sources, the inci­ seven-day economic education program pro­ Equal Rights Amendment of which she was dence of sexual activity among the adolescent viding Pennsylvania high school students and the original sponsor and for which she be­ and young adult populations in the Territory is teachers at all levels, a practical, in-depth came the symbol for women across the state. very high. Within a five year period from course on the American system of private en­ Susie has also become an icon; treated with 1992-1996 there were 11 ,81 0 live births re­ terprise and the operations of a free market. respect and affection by fellow legislators, es­ corded in the Virgin Islands. Of those births, Over 1 , 100 students and teachers will join to­ pecially women colleagues who have dubbed 25.7% were born to white non-Hispanic moth­ gether with more than 200 Pennsylvania busi­ her "the mother of us all. " The Missouri house ers ages 13-24 years of age; 44.3% to black, nessmen and businesswomen in order to ex­ honored her at the close of its current session non-Hispanic mothers and 50.3% to Hispanic perience and explore the challenge of healthy with a renewed commitment to women's mothers in the same age group. competition through a business management equality in her honor. Additionally, information provided by the na­ simulation, to hear top leaders in Pennsylvania Susie was born March 17, 1918. Now the tional campaign to prevent teen pregnancy business and government speak on the issues senior woman in the House of Representa­ showed that birth rates for Virgin Islands teen­ facing American business and industry, and, tives, Susie recently celebrated her 80th birth­ agers ages 15-19 in 1995, though down from to participate in a series of specially formu­ day. She married the late Harry D. Shear and 1991 figures of 77.9%, were still at a very high lated projects designed to acquaint them with they had three children: M. Katherine, a psy­ 63%. But there is another distressing message the inner workings of a modern-day business. chiatrist; Kenneth R. , a lawyer; and Kerry R., underlying these statistics which cannot be Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week is cele­ an art historian. Ken wrote a letter to her on overlooked; that is that our teens are having brating its more than 12,000 graduates rep­ her 75th birthday in which he said: "Going to unprotected sex. resenting more than 900 high schools in every Jeff City with you last month brought home to As these numbers indicate the incidence of county of this Commonwealth who have re­ me just what an accomplishment you have teenage pregnancy is declining, albeit slowly, turned to their schools and communities with made, without a college degree, without a law and my community, as well as all other com­ a vastly improved understanding of the world degree, to have forged yourself a role as one munities need to view this issue not only as a of business. of the leaders of state government. The way problem of young people having children be­ Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week is now I see it, you created a situation in which you fore they are mature enough to accept and recognized as the largest, most successful had the role of being a leading spokeswoman carry out the responsibilities of parenting, but economic education program of its kind in the for feminist and liberal causes, before you as but a symptom of larger, much deeper world. Pennsylvania Free Enterprise Week quite knew how to fill the role. And then you issues of the poor and unhealthy socio-eco­ has now attained both national and inter­ grew into it. A neat trick. " nomic environment which creates and fosters national acclamation by its receipt of the 1987 Perhaps Susie's greatest legacy is her clear this and other problems in minority youth. National Award for Excellence in Economic commitment to stand firm in her beliefs. For The best teen pregnancy prevention pro­ Education from the Freedom's Foundation in this and many of her attributes, Women in gram would be to pass much of the Demo­ Valley Forge, by being instrumental in starting Public Life at the University of Missouri-St. cratic agenda. Let's rebuild and construct new similar programs in twenty-seven other states Louis will aptly bear her name. She has in­ schools, hire and train more teachers, and im­ as well as in the country of New Zealand, by spired , nurtured, and taught many women the prove our public educational system. hosting students from the countries of Puerto skills they need to make their way in the Let's create more opportunities for a college Rico, Mexico and Russia and by serving as world. education, jobs, business and home owner­ hosts in 1994 to a contingent of business peo­ I am very fortunate to have served with her ship. Let's fully fund our health care proposals. ple from Australia, seeking to pattern a pro­ for 18 years in the Missouri General Assem­ I have developed and worked in programs gram after Pennsylvania's. bly. I unabashedly called her "Mom ." She was and clinics which serve pregnant teens. May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10705 Too often we miss the opportunity to pre­ savings for taxpayers. What kind of message Champions. of contracting out say that pri­ vent second pregnancies, but a comprehen­ does Congress relay to a hard working federal vate sector firms generate savings for tax­ sive program, which provides all of the sup­ workforce in our Districts and across the na­ payers by devising more efficient ways of de­ portive services, and which includes coun­ tion after their outstanding participation in the livering services. However, some contracting seling, esteem building, and coordination with Vice President's reinventing government pro­ out is done to devise better ways of delivering the schools the young parents attend is very gram? We should provide adequate resources services and reducing their incentive to pro­ effective. and tools necessary to our valued federal em­ vide substandard wages and benefits. Today, We also have to effectively and firmly deal ployees. the economy is booming and the Congres­ with the older men who prey on our young H.R. 716 has three flaws: sional Budget Office (CBO) projects a budget women and are most often the fathers of the (1) This legislation would replace the OMB surplus between $48 and $68 billion. How­ children they bear. Circular A-76 Cost Comparison study in favor ever, income distribution grows worse and Most of all, parents cannot abandon their of a pro-contractor system. Currently, federal worse. How can the federal government justify children once they have made this first mis­ employees regularly lose the competitions replacing workers and middle class Americans take. That has proven to be the most impor­ conducted under the OMB. Circular A-76. Only with poorly paid, contingent workers? tant factor in how well we prevent the next a few years ago, federal employees lost ap­ Mr. Speaker, H.R. 716 is a pro-contractor pregnancy and whether the young woman re­ proximately 70% of all contracts. Thanks to bill that simply states the Government is for turns to school and continues to pursue an the continuing efforts of federal employees to sale. Therefore, I urge my Colleagues to op­ education and career. reinvent themselves, they now win one-half of pose this radical measure. But it is the best interests of all-mother, the public-private competitions. This dramatic child and community-that we help our chil­ change in fortunes for the contractors has in­ dren to delay pregnancy and the duties of par­ spired this recent legislative effort to do away AIDS AWARENESS DAY IN SANTA enthood, so that they themselves can continue with the OMB Circular A-76. BARBARA COUNTY to grow and develop and deal effectively with (2) This legislation would make public-pri­ the many difficult issues of adolescence. This vate competitions subject to work which is in­ HON. LOIS CAPPS is necessary to provide healthy and productive herently governmental. H.R. 716 would allow OF CALIFORNIA adults. Furthermore, the children of adoles­ contractors to protest agencies' decisions to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cents are generally being raised by persons keep work in-house. In addition, this bill would Friday, May 22, 1998 allow contractors to challenge agency awards who are children themselves, without the ben­ Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog­ .in federal claims court. As might be expected, efit of the extended families of years past. nize June 5th, 1998 as "AIDS Awareness federal employees would be forbidden from They just don't have the parenting skills or the Day" in Santa Barbara County. I particularly both challenging agencies' decisions about tolerance with maturity, and the children they want to honor the over three thousand bicycle what is inherently governmental and would be raise demonstrate these deficiencies. riders participating in the 1998 "AIDS Ride" bullied by the threat of costly and protracted Therefore, what we need to do is to fix our from San Francisco to Los Angeles. neighborhoods, provide a good public edu­ litigation into contracting out as much work as This outstanding effort runs directly through cational system, to make sure that there are possible. Dl3cisions about awards and what is my district. In the city of Santa Barbara, the comprehensive health facilities which are ac­ inherently governmental should continue to be ride attracts thousands of well-wishers, bring­ cessible to the entire family, and to open up made by department officials who are most fa­ ing much-needed awareness to this deadly opportunities for self-fulfillment other than par­ miliar with the services actually provided. disease. It is the result of thousands of hours (3) This legislation would mandate public­ enthood. For many of our youngsters, there is of work, and the desire of thousands of indi­ private competitions under a pro-contractor nothing else, and that is our fault, not theirs. viduals to improve treatment and find a cure successor to the Cost Comparison study re­ for AIDS. gardless of how well federal employees are PROBLEMS WITH THE FREEDOM It is currently estimated that by the year actually performing their jobs. 2000, 26.6 million people in the world could be FROM GOVERNMENT COMPETI­ After 12 years of Reagan-Bush political ap­ living with the AIDS virus. We must do all we TION ACT pointees, who largely disdained the public sec­ possibly can to encourage steps that both tor and racked up the largest service con­ educate people about the disease, and help tracting out bills in the nation's history, it is dif­ HON. BRUCE F. VENTO those who have been affected with it. Recog­ ficult to argue that the reason more work has OF MINNESOTA nizing June 15th, 1998 as "AIDS Awareness not been contracted out is to protect federal IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Day" in Santa Barbara County is a way we employees. Federal employees consistently can help recognize all the brave people in­ Friday, May 22, 1998 and efficiently deliver the needs of service de­ volved in this noble effort. Mr. VENTO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in op­ partment customers at the prices taxpayers position to H.R. 716. Simply put, this legisla­ can afford. If federal employees are per­ tion states the Government's role and service forming satisfactorily, then there is no need to RESOLUTION EXPRESSING THE function is for sale. The current draft, which impose public-private competitions. SENSE OF THE CONGRESS ON was the subject of a joint House-Senate hear­ Finally, the savings generated from this dis­ TIBET ing on May 24, would replace the Office of ruptive system of competitions would be short­ Management and Budget (OMB) Circular A- lived and could very well disappear soon HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN 76 Cost Comparison study. This detailed re­ thereafter. Work contracted out is unlikely to OF CALIFORNIA view process is the current system for com­ ever be brought back in house because of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES peting and comparing commercial services be­ expense of recapitalizing in house capability tween federal employees and contractor em­ and reassembling and retraining the nec­ Friday, May 22, 1998 ployees. The revised H.R. 716 turns out less essary staff. Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to intro­ objective and more ideological. Furthermore, Moreover, this legislation fails to address duce with Mr. PORTER, Ms. MALONEY, Mr. this new policy provides a bias toward con­ several very serious problems: PAYNE, Mr. ABERCROMBIE, Mr. LANTOS, Mr. tracting out and would place the Government's Arbitrary personnel ceilings are already forc­ ROHRABACHER, Mrs. LOWEY, Mr. GILMAN, Mr. role and service function up for bid over a 5 ing work to be contracted out. Federal agen­ WOLF, Mr. Cox, Mr. SMITH, Ms. LOFGREN, Mr. year period. cies do not have enough employees, so they KENNEDY (MA), and Ms. PELOSI, a House Con­ Currently, the federal government contracts simply contract out the work without any pub­ current Resolution expressing the sense of the out $110 billion annually. Under the policy of lic-private cost comparisons. The size of the Congress concerning the December 1997 re­ H.R. 716, the absence of sound Cost Com­ federal workforce has been dramatically re­ port on Tibet of the International Commission parison studies would allow private contractors duced. Ironically, the American people have of Jurists and on United States policy on to receive work without competing against fed­ not been told federal employees are being re­ Tibet. eral workers. This simply results in a loss of placed with contractor employees, often at This resolution reflects our serious concern federal employee jobs and questionable cost greater expense. for the plight of the Tibetan people and our 10706 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 strong support for the Dalai Lama's efforts to Massachusetts in the celebration of its 1OOth gotiations. I strongly believe that this bill is one enter into serious discussions with the Chi­ Anniversary. During its century-long presence which can capture the same bipartisan spirit. nese leadership on the future of Tibet. in the Medford community, The Brooks School The last reauthorization cycle produced The resolution cites a recent and com­ has set innovative standards in excellence and major successful structural changes in these prehensive report by the International Com­ diversity in public education through its pro­ programs, eliminating the current need for an mittee of Jurists entitled "Tibet: Human Rights grams of intellectual, physical , and social de­ expansive rewrite of each statute. Presently and the Rule of Law." It is the fourth report on velopment of children. these programs are working well and do not Tibet by this distinguished body since 1959 On May 30, 1998, The Brooks School will need significant modification. Instead of imple­ and their first since 1964. The December 1997 be holding a public celebration to honor its menting wholesale change, this legislation report was inspired by the situation in Tibet rich history of instruction and service to the builds upon the positive changes made in that by all credible accounts, including the De­ young people of Medford. The undying com­ 1994 allowing the good work presently being partment of State, remains unsettled and in mitment of The Brooks School to excellence in done to continue. many ways has grown more desperate. diverse public education should serve as an Title I of the bill amends the Head Start Pro­ I understand that Tibet, and more specifi­ inspiration to us all. gram . This legislation will refine Head Start's cally the dialogue between the Dalai Lama I congratulate the students, alumni, and fac­ focus in two major areas-improving the tran­ and the Chinese leadership, is to be an impor­ ulty of The Brooks School for perpetuating ef­ sition of children from Head Start programs to tant issue during the upcoming visit of Presi­ fective education in the Medford community, school by strengthening the coordination be­ dent Clinton to Beijing. I hope that progress on and I wish them continued success in the fu­ tween Head Start programs and schools and Tibet will be made at the summit and this res­ ture. increasing the financial resources available olution is an effort to encourage that progress. and access to Early Head Start programs. The Secretary Albright presented a strong case for bill would increase the setaside for Early Head progress on the dialogue in the summit pre­ TRIBUTE TO OUR VETERANS Start to 10 %, with the stipulation that funds paratory meetings she held in Beijing earlier not be taken from current Head Start pro­ this month. HON. ROBERT B. ADERHOLT grams. The legislation would also allow expan­ This resolution is a sign of support by the sion grants to be used by existing Head Start Congress for the Administration's efforts to en­ OF ALABAMA grantees to expand service to the Early Head courage a dialogue between the Dalai Lama IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Start population. Significant research has and Chinese leaders and a signal to Beijing Friday, May 22, 1998 shown the importance of brain development in that a positive response from President Jiang Mr. ADERHOLT. Mr. Speaker, I am proud of young children and an increased focus on in­ to the Administration's proposal would be wel­ tervening in a young child's life during the comed by the Congress. It is appropriate that the many Veterans who live in north Alabama, and of the many men and women who are most sensitive of years is vitally important. the Congress which has been in the forefront In improving the transition of children from of support for the Tibetan people should go on currently serving in the armed forces. I am honored to be a guest Saturday of The Head Start programs to school, the bill would the record in support of the Administration's also require Head Start programs to coordi­ Gadsden-Etowah Patriots Association, who summit agenda in regard to Tibet. Positive ac­ nate services with the educational services of are currently raising funds for a new outdoor tion by the Chinese would go far to dem­ the local education agency projected to serve museum. This museum will be a valuable ad­ onstrate to the Congress that a policy of en­ the children enrolled in their programs. The dition, a way of celebrating the American way gagement with China is productive and impor­ legislation would also require that the Sec­ of life and the blessings of being part of a tant. retary, in considering the expansion of Head community. It is also a means of teaching Finally, I would like ·to draw the House's at­ Start programs, to consider the extent to young people that the freedom we enjoy has tention to the continuing detention of Gendun which Head Start programs will coordinate Choekyi Nyima. Three years ago this month, come at a price. services with local education agencies. Both of I commend the President of the association, the Dalai Lama announced the recognition of these provisions will ensure that the edu­ this young boy, then only six, as the Panchen Andy Chaffin, and the members whose team­ cational experiences and cognitive develop­ Lama of Tibet. Within days, this child dis­ work is making this memorial a reality. ment gained by children in Head Start pro­ appeared from his home. It was not until a Memorial Day brings to mind the opportunity grams are not lost when they progress year later that the Chinese Ambassador to to lay flowers at monuments and at graves. It through school. Geneva admitted to a meeting of the United is also, however, an opportunity to thank vet­ In addition, the bill improves the access of Nations Committee on the Rights of the Child erans who are still with us, such as General children with disabilities to quality programs that Gendun Choekyi Nyima was under the Clarence Rhea, Congressional Medal of Honor and ensures that Head start programs maxi­ "protection" of the Chinese government. Re­ winner Olan Mize, and State of Alabama Vet­ mize their enrollment and resources and in­ peated requests from governments and private erans Association Representative Rick crease flexibility to deal with the transition of humanitarian organizations to meet with the Vaughn . families from welfare to work by allowing the boy have been denied. No one knows where Although the date and location of the first Secretary to permit up to 25% of enrollees in he is nor the conditions under which he lives. Memorial Day is disputed, I am just grateful a Head Start program to be from families with It is unconscionable that in today's world a each year for the opportunity to pause and re­ incomes above the poverty line. young child , now nine years old, has appar­ flect on the gift of freedom bestowed upon us Title II of the bill amends LIHEAP. This leg­ ently become a pawn in Beijing's political ef­ by our veterans. islation will maintain LIHEAP's focus on serv­ forts to control Tibet. ing low-income individuals with the highest I urge my colleagues to join me in intro­ proportion of energy expenses. In addition, ducing this resolution which calls for the re­ INTR ODUCTION OF THE HUMAN this bill reinforces that weatherization and en­ lease of Gendun Choekyi Nyima, the 11th SERVICES AMENDMENTS OF 1998 ergy-related home repair should be directed to Panchen Lama of Tibet, and for a dialogue low-income households, particularly those between the Dalai Lama and Chinese authori­ HON. MATTHEW G. MARTINEZ households with the lowest incomes and the ties. OF CALIFORNIA highest proportion of household income for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTAT IVES home energy. With this increased targeted emphasis on the poorest of our poor, the l OOTH ANNIVER SARY OF THE Friday, May 22, 1998 BROOKS SCHOOL weatherization portion of LIHEAP will truly Mr. MARTINEZ. Mr. Speaker, on May 14, I help those most in need. introduced ·the Human Services Amendments Title Ill of the bill amends CSBG . Similar to HON. EDWARD J. MARKEY of 1998. This legislation will reauthorize and the other two programs, a significant rewrite is OF MASSACHUSETTS strengthen the Head Start, Low-Income Home not necessary, but the legislation does make IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Energy Assistance (LIHEAP) and Community several changes designed to improve the pro­ Friday, May 22, 1998 Service Block Grant (CSBG) programs. When gram. The bill raises the authorization level of Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Congress last reauthorized these programs in the program by over $100 million to $650 mil­ recognize The Brooks School in Medford, 1994 it was the product of true bipartisan ne- lion in FY 1999 and such sums in FYs 2000- May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10707 2002. This will ensure that the significant in­ doctor was subsequently beaten in the town of Mr. Speaker, the Czech Government should creases in appropriations which this program Prostejov. In late March, skinheads in Trutnov not wait until after the June elections to react has received in the last few years can be re­ attacked a Jewish couple. Each and every one to racially motivated violence. With time, more peated. Also, the bill would give preference to of these has been widely described as a ra­ innocent life could be lost. Every member of private, non-profit organizations should an ex­ cially motivated attack. the Cabinet should condemn in decisive terms isting entity running a local program author­ Apparently, skinheads are not convinced the acts of these repugnant skinheads; the ized under the statute terminate. In addition, they will be held accountable for their acts and Ministry of Interior, in particular, should un­ this legislation would provide that CSBG carry­ the Czech Government has failed to persuade equivocally signal its commitment to ensure over funds are reprogrammed at the local Roma that authorities will do all in their power that the perpetrators of these acts are caught, level. For each of the last three years similar to protect them . Roma have increasingly prosecuted and convicted. And the discrimina­ language has been attached to the Labor-HHS shown their unwillingness to simply stand tory Czech citizenship law, which continues to Appropriations bill requiring this provision. aside while their family members are attacked telegraph the message that Roma are not Lastly, the measure would allow local commu­ or murdered, one by one. A number of recent wanted in that country, must be amended. nity action agencies to offer services to im­ attacks against Roma have been followed by prove literacy in the community. This would be revenge attacks by Roma. The rule of law ap­ TEENAGE PREGNANCY a new activity for local community action pears to be degenerating into the rule of the agencies to address the illiteracy~ne of the mob. Official statements like that made March most pressing problems and indicators of pov­ 17, by the current Minister of Interior, Cyril HON. CONSTANCE A. MORELLA erty in our nation today. Svoboda, exacerbate the charged atmos­ OF MARYLAND In closing, Mr. Speaker, I would like to phere. Mr. Svoboda minimized the significance IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stress that I believe this legislation is the be­ of racially motivated violence, claimed it is not Friday, May 22, 1998 ginning of another historic bipartisan effort to destabilizing and then blamed non-govern­ Mrs. MORELLA. Mr. Speaker, what have we reauthorize and strengthen these programs. I mental organizations for distorting the Czech done to childhood? We live in a world where urge all members of Congress to join me is Republic's image through their reporting on every year, 1 million teens become pregnant, supporting this legislation and to support the this problem. 3 million teens contract STDs, and HIV/AIDS bill which will be the eventual product of our The most recent revenge attack by Roma is spreading most rapidly among adolescents. joint bipartisan discussions. occurred in the town of Novy Bor two weeks What will it take to convince teenagers-the ago, when two Roma attacked Miroslav "it-will-never-happen-to-me crowd"-that they Sladek, a member of parliament campaigning can become pregnant and infected with STDs, RACIAL INTOLERANCE IN THE for re-election. Sladek is the notorious head of including HIV infection? CZECH REPUBLIC the Czech "Republican Party" who has called What will it take to convince community for making one's ethnic identity as a Rom a leaders, religious leaders, local and national HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH criminal act. leaders, pop culture stars, and parents that OF NEW JERSEY A fair amount of media attention has been education and prevention strategies are crit­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES given to the fact that the two Roma arrested ical? in that case were immediately pardoned by I am proud to join my colleague, EVA CLAY­ Friday, May 22, 1998 President Havel. Understandably, President TON, with whom I have organized this special Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, Havel's decision has been controversial. What order, and other members of the Women's rise today to express my profound alarm at I think is most interesting is his reasoning: ac­ Caucus to shed light on the problem of teen the further deterioration of the situation for mi­ cording to the President's spokesperson, the pregnancy during National Teen Pregnancy norities in the Czech Republic. Since the Vel­ President did not believe that the local police Prevention Month. Although we have been vet Revolution, that country has witnessed vio­ could conduct an impartial investigation into fighting this problem for a long time and the lent and sometimes deadly attacks against mi­ the matter. She noted, in particular, that the problem seems insurmountable, I am ener­ norities-a pattern of violence which is not police have given an account of events which gized and encouraged by recent trends and being addressed by the Czech Government. match that of Mr. Sladek's, but which is con­ the efforts of so many outstanding organiza­ Let me describe the most recent examples tradicted by other eyewitnesses. She also ob­ tions to combat teen pregnancy. of this unchecked wave of brutality. On May 7, served that human rights groups have re­ I am proud to be a member of the Congres­ an Algerian in a Prague subway station was ported a consistent failure of the police in that sional Advisory Panel to the National Cam­ stabbed by skinheads; the next day, two Indi­ area to investigate and prosecute successfully paign. The leadership of the National Cam­ ans were also attacked by skinheads in a sub­ racially motivated attacks against Roma . paign to Prevent Teen Pregnancy and so way station in Prague. On the night of May On May 14, the Czech Chamber of Depu­ many other groups have moved our Nation's 16-17, a Rom was beaten by skinheads and ties weighed in on this serious matter and ex­ consciousness about teen pregnancy to a left on a road, where he was subsequently hit pressed concern about the attack on Sladek. higher level, and we are seeing results. The and killed by a truck. And last week, local offi­ They even called for the Ministry of Interior to teenage birth rate has declined steadily since cials in two different Czech cities-Pilsen and investigate the attack further to determine if it 1991 when the rate was 6.2 percent, an over­ Usti nad Labem-announced plans to build was a planned attack. Certainly, violence all decline of 12 percent. ghettos. In Usti nad Labem, authorities stated should not have been used against Sladek. As Although it is encouraging that the teen birth outright that they plan to build a 15-foot-high repugnant and disgusting as Sladek's views rate is declining, we must celebrate cautiously. wall around Roma apartment buildings. Pilsen might be , he is entitled to them. What I do not Out-of-wedlock births are increasing, and over officials described their walled-off area as a understand is why the Czech Chamber of 1 million teens become pregnant every year. place for putting "undesirables," using termi­ Deputies-which has remained silent when Seventy-Five percent of teen births are out nology reminiscent of that used by the Nazis. Roma have been attacked and even mur­ of wedlock today. In 1960: 15 percent of teen Former Czech Minister of Interior Jan Ruml dered-has chosen to express its concern in births were out of wedlock. Today, teen moth­ has described these plans as "inadmissible in this manner. The bulk of the Czech cabinet ers make up the largest group of all first births a democratic society." has remained conspicuously silent regarding to unmarried women (48 percent). About 44 Unfortunately, these were not isolated the most recent racially motivated skinhead at­ percent of all girls become pregnant at least events. Last November, Sudanese student tacks; certainly, the Prime Minister appears to once before age 2Q-more than one million Hassan Elamin Aldelradi was killed by a skin­ have said nothing. Instead, Monika Horakova, girls per year-most of whom are unmarried head in Prague. In January, a Romani woman a Romani representative on the recently cre­ and totally unprepared to take on the respon­ was seriously injured in Krnov when her home ated Inter-Ministerial Commission for Romani sibilities of parenthood. One-third of these was fire bombed. In February, another Romani Affairs, has been dispatched to dissuade pregnancies end in abortion, and only 2 per­ woman, Helena Bihariova was attacked, beat­ Roma from taking matters into their own cent of teens who give birth choose to put en, forced into the Elba River and drowned. In hands. In the end, however, Ms. Horakova is their babies up for adoption. early March, two Romani men in Decin were unlikely to be successful unless she has the We know the consequences of teen preg­ assaulted by a man with a pistol; a Congolese full backing of the full cabinet. nancy. Teen parents are much more likely to 10708 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 be trapped in a cycle of poverty. The opportu­ progress in reducing the number of pregnant More than 6,500 merchant mariners who nities lost to teens who become pregnant are teenagers through the Governor's Council on served our country during World War II gave enormous, and costs associated with teenage Adolescent Pregnancy. As part of their ongo­ the ultimate sacrifice of their lives, including 37 pregnancy drain limited federal , state, local ing media campaign , they have developed a who died as prisoners of war, and almost and family resources. new series of ads focusing on parent-child 5,000 World War II Merchant Mariners remain I want to highlight an important point about communication as a means to prevent teen officially missing and are presumed dead. In teen pregnancy: It is not enough to say we pregnancy, and they are holding a contest for addition, 733 U.S. Merchant ships were de­ want to solve the problem of teen pregnancy; teens to create teen pregnancy prevention slo­ stroyed. Even after the surrender of Japan, we must know how to fix it. We cannot solve gans. members of our Merchant Marine fleet were in the problem without sufficient information on · I will continue to encourage my colleagues mortal danger as they continued to support what works in teen pregnancy prevention, and in Congress to make reducing teen pregnancy the war effort by entering mined harbors to what works in different areas of the country. I a priority by going back to their districts and transport our troops safely home. After the war commend my colleagues Nita Lowey and Mike encouraging community leaders, religious ended, they carried food and medicine to mil­ Castle for their legislation, H.R. 1736, the leaders, parents, business, the media, and lions of the world's starving people. Teenage Pregnancy Reduction Act of 1997, local leaders to figure out what works. This is In spite of the illustrious service of the World which will ensure that we have better informa­ only the beginning of a dialogue between the War II merchant mariners, then-Secretary of tion and provide for in-depth evaluation of teen Congress, the media, policy experts, state and the Air Force, Edward Aldridge, inexplicably pregnancy prevention programs. local governments, and educators. It's time made the decision in 1988 to define the dates Today's message is a call to action. Al­ that we figure out what works in order to make for World War II service differently for mer­ though we don't have all the answers to solve a difference. chant mariners than for those who served in the problem; it's clear that we simply cannot the other American forces. The effect of this wait. decision was to deny veteran status to those As Members of Congress, we must do NATIONAL MARITIME DAY 1998 merchant mariners who served between the more. If figuring out what works, we must look dates of August 15, 1945 and December 31 , at why teenage girls become pregnant. HON. LANE EVANS 1946, the official end of World War II. H.R. What is it about our society that makes OF ILLINOIS 1126, the Merchant Mariner Fairness Act, teenage girls think that to be loved, they must IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES which has wide bipartisan support from over have a child of their own? Surely we can do one-half of the Members of the House, will Friday, May 22, 1998 better. Educational opportunities build self-es­ correct this erroneous administrative decision teem, as do girls' sports and community activi­ Mr. EVANS. Mr. Speaker, on this special by making the service eligibility period for ties. Improving our education system, increas­ day, National Maritime Day, it is fitting that we World War II merchant mariners identical to ing access to girls' sports, building our com­ recognize and honor those men and women that established for others. munities, increasing job opportunities and giv­ who have served our country by transporting It is important to remember that during the ing young girls something to look forward to our Nation's carooes in times of peace and time period addressed by this bill, August 15, will all reduce teen pregnancy, and those are prosperity and in times of war and grave dan­ 1945 through December 31 , 1946, 12 U.S. all areas where our decisions make a dif­ ger. The service of merchant mariners to our Flag Merchant Vessels were lost or damaged ference. Nation includes the heroic effort put forth dur­ as a result of striking mines, and some of the We also have jurisdiction over federal pro­ ing World War II by the thousands of young merchant mariners serving on these vessels grams that deal with teenage pregnancy: the men who volunteered for service in the United were killed or injured. Fully understanding the Title X Family Planning Program, grants from States Merchant Marine. Many of these mer­ tremendous risks they faced, merchant mari­ the Centers for Disease Control for community chant mariners were recruited specifically to ners, nonetheless, willingly went into mined projects, and the Adolescent and Family Life staff ships under the control and direction of harbors so that they could bring our American Act which provides a small grant that goes to­ the United States government to assist the troops home to their families and friends. I be­ ward care and parenting for adolescent moth­ World War II effort. These seamen were sub­ lieve these courageous merchant mariners, ers and abstinence only education. These pro­ ject to government control, their vessels were who were subject to the risk and dangers of grams help, but they are clearly not enough. controlled by the government under the au­ war between V -J Day and the official end of Although federal attention and involvement thority of the War Shipping Administration and, the war, have been wrongfully denied veteran is important, we must become local leaders on like branches of military service, they traveled status. They faced the very real hazards of this issue. Teen pregnancy is a national prob­ under sealed orders and were subject to the war-time hostile actions and should not be de­ lem , but its solutions are local. We must go Code of Military Justice. nied the status of veteran for purposes of laws into our. districts to see what works and en­ Some volunteers joined the Merchant Ma­ administered by the Department of Veterans courage community involvement. rines because minor physical problems, such Affairs because their sea-going contributions There is not magic bullet. I have worked as poor eyesight, made them ineligible for began after August 15, 1945. H.R. 1126 will with Congresswoman EvA CLAYTON on this service in the Army, Navy, or Marine Corps. correct this injustice. issue, and I can tell you that what works in her Others were encouraged by military recruiters It has been more than a half century since district in North Carolina is not what works in to volunteer for service in the Merchant Ma­ the end of World War II. How much longer Montgomery County, Maryland. rines because the recruiter recognized that the must these aging merchant mariners, who are I have met with Elayne Bennett, founder of special skills offered by the volunteer could forgotten patriots of World War II , wait for their the Best Friends program, and several of her best be put to use for our country by service service to our Nation to be properly and fully students. I must be honest; I was very skep­ in the Merchant Marines. Most importantly, all honored and acknowledged? H.R. 1126 will fi­ tical of abstinence-only prevention efforts. Her were motivated by their deep love of country nally provide appropriate recognition: veteran results in my district, however, have been and personal sense of patriotism to contribute status for a few thousand World War II Amer­ amazing. The Best Friends program is not a to the war effort. ican merchant mariners. While this status will quick fix. It works because mentors make a In order to staff our growing merchant fleet enable them to be eligible for veterans' bene-. long-term investment in junior high and high during World War II, the U.S. Marine Commis­ fits, it is likely that the only benefit most will re­ school girls, taking them on outings, teaching sion established training camps around the ceive is proper recognition of their contribution them new skills, and going to weekly classes country under the direct supervision of the to the war effort and the right to a veteran's with them. It won't work for everyone, but it is Coast Guard. After completing basic training, funeral. The merchant mariners who would be one of many approaches making a dent in this which included both small arms and cannon granted veteran status by this bill are aging. critical problem. proficiency, $eamen became active members They will not qualify for educational benefits. Maryland's teen pregnancy rate ranks 13th of the U.S. Merchant Marine. These seamen, As Medicare beneficiaries, most already have nationally. There are 118 pregnancies annu­ often at great personal risk, helped deliver longstanding relationship with their medical ally per 1,000 women aged 15-19 in Mary­ troops and war supplies needed for every Al­ providers and are unlikely to seek VA health land; 43% result in live births and 29% result lied invasion site from Guadalcanal to Omaha care. Nonetheless, the merchant mariners of in abortions. The State of Maryland is making Beach. World War II will receive the long-overdue May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10709 thanks from the Nation they served faithfully Dr. Arthur Naparstek earned his doctorate IN HONOR OF ST. IRENE and courageously. from Brandeis University and his Master's De­ CHRYSOVALANTOU I encourage those Members who have not gree from New York University. He received already cosponsored the Merchant Mariners his undergraduate degree from Illinois Wes­ HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY Fairness Act to celebrate National Maritime leyan University. Dr. Naparstek is married to OF NEW YORK Day by joining Members on both sides of the Belleruth, and they are the proud parents of IN THE HOUSE OF REPR ES ENTATIVE S aisle as a cosponsor of this important legisla­ Aaron, Keila, and Abram. tion. Americpns all across this country should tip Friday , May 22, 1998 their hats to Dr. Naparstek, a lifelong prophet Mrs. MALONEY of New York. Mr. Speaker, TRIBUTE TO DR. ARTHUR J. empowering people in our urban corridors to I rise to recognize a historic event that started NAPARSTEK overcome poverty and hopelessness. to heal a schism that began 27 years ago and Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I divided the Greek Orthodox Church in Amer­ rise today to wish Dr. Arthur Naparstek-a ica from the Orthodox Church elsewhere in HON. MARCY KAPTUR rare and gifted talent-a very happy birthday. the world. OF OHIO . Mazel tov. The dispute related to a 13-day discrepancy IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES between the Gregorian calendar and the old Friday, May 22 , 1998 Julian calendar to which Orthodox traditional­ Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HONORING JAMES LINCOLN OF ists adhere. The reconciliation, approved by recognize the outstanding career of a distin­ TECUMSEH the Synod in Constantinople on April 7, was guished scholar and civic activist, Dr. Arthur J. simple. Neither group would have to give up Naparstek. On Saturday, May 30, 1998, Dr. HON. NICK SMITH its calendar but the Old Calendrists of church­ Naparstek will be joined by his family and OF MICHIGAN es such as St. Irene Chrysovalantou would be friends to celebrate his 60th birthday. It gives IN THE HOUSE OF R EPRESENTATIVE S accepted under the Ecumenical Patriarchate me great pleasure to wish my dear friend , Ar­ Friday, May 22, 1998 of Constantinople. thur, a very happy birthday. St. Irene Chrysovalantou was named a pa­ Dr. Arthur J. Naparstek is a nationally rec­ Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I rise triarchal monastery as a result of this agree­ ognized authority and leading theorist on com­ to pay special tribute to one of my constituents ment. Its Old Calendrist clergy were re-or­ munity change and community organization. who was recently honored by the Tecumseh dained last month. The sacraments that they Since 1962 he has been extremely dedicated Area Chamber of Commerce in Tecumseh, had celebrated, as well as the countless wed­ to improving the lives of those less fortunate Michigan. dings and baptisms, were deemed retro­ by teaching others how to develop neighbor­ James Lincoln is a local newspaper owner actively proper. hood strategies and coalitions to build stronger who for 40 years has published the Tecumseh Archbishop Spyridon, who endorsed the communities. Herald, one of our leading area papers. In ad­ plan, led a moving ceremony celebrating the Since 1983, Dr. Naparstek has been the dition to that, Mr. Lincoln has forged an im­ event on May 3, 1998. He was joined by the Coyle Professor of Social Work at the School pressive record of public service and civic in­ founders of St. Irene, His Excellency Metro­ for Applied Social Sciences at Case Western volvement. For his longstanding contributions politan Pasisios of Tyana, Abbot of the Mon­ Reserve University in Cleveland where he to the Tecumseh area, his peers have rightly astery and Bishop Vikentios of Apameia. Amid served as Dean for nearly a decade. As Direc­ honored him as the winner of the annual the airs of a brass band, the ringing of church tor of the Cleveland Foundation Commission Musgrove Evans Award, named after Tecum­ bells, sonorous Byzantine incantations, and on Poverty from 1990 to 1993, Dr. Naparstek seh's founding father. the jubilant salutes of a thousand faithful, the initiated the drafting of the commission's report It is gratifying that the Tecumseh Chamber community turned out in strength to rejoice which served as the basis for HUD's $2.6 bil­ of Commerce has dedicated time and commit­ over this historic reconciliation. lion Urban Revitalization Demonstration Act ment to recognizing those people who make To further commemorate the reconciliation, (HOPE VI}. In July 1994, in recognition of his such valuable contributions to our community. on May 23, 1998, His All Holiness Bar­ service to combat inner city poverty, President And even more inspiring are the many good tholomew I, Archbishop of Constantinople, Clinton appointed Dr. Naparstek to the Board works performed by area leaders such as New Rome and Ecumenical Patriarch, will visit of Trustees of the Corporation for National James Lincoln. the Sacred and Patriarchal Monastery of St. Service. Throughout his career, he has . been As the Chamber knows, a healthy economic Irene Chrysovalantou. an innovator, a reformer, a new idea creator. climate is not the sole characteristic that Since this is the first time that His All Holi­ His pathbreaking research and testimony be­ makes a community worthwhile. While we can ness will visit Astoria, his visit is eagerly antici­ fore Congress helped lead to passage of sig­ do much to create a climate that brings jobs, pated. This historic event will be celebrated by nificant national legislation including: The builds roads, lowers taxes, and eliminates thousands of faithful who will come to wel­ Home Mortgage Disclosure Act, The Commu­ deficits, the most important deficit we as a na­ come him and to attend the Patriarchal Great nity Revitalization Act, and the National Neigh­ tion and a community must continually con­ Vespers. borhood Commission. His writings are prolific front is a deficit of values and character. Mr. Speaker, these events in Astoria mark and span a wide range of subject areas: Re­ For this reason , Mr. Speaker, I enjoy taking the beginning of a healing process that I hope thinking Poverty Through a Community-Build­ the opportunity to tell my colleagues about will reunite a people long divided. This rec­ ing Approach Initiative; Neighborhood Net­ those people who demonstrate the true mean­ onciliation should give hope to others living works for Humane Mental Health Care; and ing of community service in my district in amid conflict. Community Building: New Strategies for Com­ Michigan. So many people talk about the need munity Development. to get involved and pitch in when they see a Arthur's unmatched commitment to commu­ problem, but James Lincoln is one person who INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION nity service is an example of a true American takes action. TO REPEAL THE FAMILY INFLA­ patriot as he remains extremely active in both Mr. Lincoln is not only a fine publisher, but TION T AX the public and private sector. He has directed he has used his paper to reach out and make the Cleveland Foundation Commission on a difference in the community. He has turned HON. BARBARA B. KENNELLY Poverty, worked with the National Center for his paper into a community watchdog, a civic OF CONNECTICUT Urban Ethnic Affairs, the Rockefeller Founda­ leader, and a valuable, respected voice forTe­ IN THE HOUSE OF RE PRESENTATIVES tion, the U.S. Conference of Mayors, the cumseh area residents. He has contributed White House Conference on Neighborhoods greatly to organizations such as the Rotary Friday, May 22, 1998 and many other civic organizations. Dr. Club, the Tecumseh Chamber and his local Mrs. KENNELLY of Connecticut. Mr. Speak­ Naparstek is also the author of numerous re­ church. er, I will introduce legislation today to repeal ports, articles, and books that address the im­ Mr. Speaker, on behalf of my constituents, the family inflation tax. The $500 per child portance of community building and develop­ I extend my congratulations and appreciation credit enacted in last year's Taxpayer Relief ment. to James C. Lincoln. Act will provide vital tax relief to millions of 10710 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 American families. Its execution , however, has at home, there was Mr. Musgrave. When the companies, therefore, must operate principally been flawed from the beginning. role model was no where to be found , there within certain geographic "boxes." This stifles We were able to defeat the initial proposals was Mr. Musgrave. When they needed some­ innovation, hinders competition, and under­ to require families with incomes of less than one simply to talk to, there was Mr. Musgrave. mines development of regional electricity mar­ $50,000 to reduce their $500 per child credits As a coach, a teacher and a principal, he kets. This inhibits the very competition that by 50 percent of their day care credit, to cap has influenced thousands of young men and Congress has sought to foster in the Energy the dependent care credit, and to deny the women. A recognized leader in Edgefield Policy Act of 1992. credit to families who receive the Earned In­ County, he has honed his leadership skills America's natural gas and electric power in­ come Tax Credit. We tried but were unable to over the years and developed a sense of dustries, confronted by lower growth rates , en­ allow the credit against the individual Alter­ strong value~ vital to his many roles. From my vironmental mandates and the need to em­ native Minimum Tax. As a result millions of contact with him as an educator and a mayor, phasize conservation, are trying to become families will be thrown into the individual Alter­ he has impressed me with those characteris­ more than just suppliers of electricity and nat­ native Minimum Tax simply for claiming the tics revered by many; including honor, humility ural gas. To succeed in this new economic en­ child credit. I subsequently introduced H.R. and personal integrity. I have found Mr. vironment, they must become a provider of 2524 to remedy this. However, this flaw beats Musgrave to be a dedicated man of out­ energy information and services. PUHCA, them all. standing character, concerned with the needs however, stands in the way of the efforts by Did you know that some families, after re­ of others and with the willingness and ability to our nation's utility industry to serve consumers ceiving the initial benefit, will actually have lead. in a more efficient manner. their taxes increase in the future because of The counterproductive restrictions that complicated efforts to reduce the benefits of PUHCA places on these companies are based the $500 child credit. Yes, that is correct. Over INTRODUCTION OF THE P UBLIC on historical assumptions that are no longer time, a number of families will see future tax UTILIT Y HOLDING COMPANY ACT valid. The factors that existed when PUHCA increases even if their income does not OF 1998 was enacted in 1935 no longer exist today. change! Federal and state laws at that time were inad­ This happens because of the interaction of HON. W.J. (BILLY) TAUZIN equate to protect consumers and investors 60 years ago. Today, Federal and State regula­ three provisions, the partially refundable family OF LOUISIANA credit, the reduction of the partially refundable tions have become much more comprehensive IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and sensitive to market conditions. PUHCA, family credit by minimum tax liability, and the Friday , May 22, 1998 inflation adjustments to the regular tax. For however remains an economic drag on Amer­ some families paying the minimum tax, the in­ Mr. TAUZIN. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to ica's energy industry. The ability of State commissions to regular flation adjustments cause tax increases by in­ introduce a bill today to help America's energy holding company systems and, together with creasing minimum tax liability and thereby re­ consumers by repealing an outdated law that the development of regulation under the Fed­ ducing partially refundable credits. is keeping the best of the new technologies eral Power Act of 1935 and the Natural Gas So each year, the inflation adjustment of the and innovative services from reaching our Act of 1938, have eliminated the regulatory standard deduction and personal exemp­ marketplace. I am pleased to be joined by "gaps" that existed in 1935 with respect to tions-a provision that results in tax savings Reps. BARTON, et al. in introducing this impor­ wholesale transactions in interstate commerce. for the majority of taxpayers, actually results in tant legislation. Our bill, which is similar to leg­ The expanded ability of State commissions a tax increase for these families. We must not islation already pending in the Senate, would repeal a New Deal Law, the Public Utility and the FERC to regulate inter-affiliate trans­ allow this to happen. That is why today I am actions has rendered the 1935 Act unneces­ introducing legislation to correct this. Holding Act of 1935 (PUHCA). Our legislation is a bipartisan initiative. The sary. On a related note, there is a tremendous Simply put, America no longer can afford current Democratic and previous Republican amount of bipartisan support for fixing the the Public Utility Holding Company Act of Administrations have called for repeal of marriage penalty. One of the most popular 1935. Using conservative estimates, the cost PUHCA. This legislation would implement the proposals would increase the standard deduc­ of this law runs into the billions of dollars. Re­ recommendations of the Securities and Ex­ tion for married couples, a proposal that would strictions on the ability of companies reg­ change Commission (SEC) made in 1995 fol­ actually make this problem worse. I have been istered under PUHCA to diversify range from lowing an extensive study by the SEC of the talking about the need to fix the marriage pen­ $2 billion to $4.5 billion in present value terms. effects of this outdated law on today's energy alty for years. We should fix it but we should PUHCA's utility integration restrictions impose also include this fix so we don't increase taxes markets. social costs between $1 billion and $8 billion. on families in the name of eliminating a pen­ It is a law that has outlived its usefulness. In addition, the administrative costs of com­ alty. It imposes unnecessary costs on consumers plying with the 1935 Acts requirements are Please join me in repealing the Family Infla­ and directly undermines the intent of recently substantial. tion Tax. enacted federal and state policies designed to Our legislation would reform regulation of bring more competition to America's energy utility holding companies by repealing the du­ market. plicative SEC-related provisions of the Public TRIBUTE TO MR. PHILIP C. PUHCA was enacted in 1935 to address Utility Holding Company Act of 1935, while as­ MUSGRAVE, UPON HIS RETIRE­ abuses arising out of pyramided corporate suring that the SEC retains all of its non­ MENT AS PRINCIPAL FROM structures at a time when electric utility regula­ PUHCA jurisdiction of securities and securities STROM THURMOND HIGH SCHOOL tion was just starting at both federal and state markets in order to protect investors. Our bill level. PUHCA's primary purpose was to dis­ would put gas and electric power companies HON. UNDSEY 0. GRAHAM mantle more than 100 complex utility holding on an equal competitive footing, allowing them OF SOUTH CAROLINA company structures that, in many cases, took to take advantage of market opportunities that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES advantage of weak federal and state regula­ benefit investors and utility companies. tions to pursue inappropriate business prac­ Our legislation will remove those limitations Friday, May 22, 1998 tices. The result of this dismantling is that the on registered companies' corporate structures, Mr. GRAHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to number of utility holding companies registered financing and investments to which they alone recognize the remarkable achievements of under PUHCA had been reduced to the cur­ have been subject. At the same time, how­ Philip C. Musgrave. Mr. Musgrave has had a rent 14. These 14 electric and gas utility hold­ ever, under our legislation, registered compa­ splendid career in education and discipline ing companies are required by PUHCA to op­ nies will continue to be subject to all govern­ which has spanned more than three decades. erate under arbitrary investment caps that pre­ ment regulation intended to protect investors Sadly, we say goodbye to this gentleman, but clude them from investing in areas of need. to which other industry participants are sub­ are grateful for the legacy that remains. Other utility companies are exempt from ject. SEC authority under the 1935 Act, the The youth of Edgefield County owe a debt PUHCA's caps, but must operate primarily Trust Indenture Act and State Blue laws will all of gratitude to Mr. Musgrave for his firm, but within one state in order to maintain their ex­ remain in place. Our bill will assure FERC ac­ fair style of discipline. When love was absent emptions. Our Nation's gas and electric utility cess to those books, records, accounts, and May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10711 other documents of holding companies, their important to U.S. national security interests. eluding the Methodists, Lutherans and Pres­ affiliates and subsidiaries, that are relevant to The "Office Director" would be charged whh byterians) with an aggregate membership of costs incurred by a public utility company and identifying countries that engage in or tolerate 53 million Americans, also strongly opposes are necessary for the protection of consumers religious persecution. Countries named as vio­ this legislation because it does not take into with respect to rates. lators would be subject to an arbitrary, "one account the concerns of a broad spectrum of Our bill also gives the right to inspect books size fits all" list of trade sanctions including religious leaders who are "on the ground" and records that "have been identified in rea­ denial of U.S. foreign assistance, denial of fighting religious persecution overseas. sonable detail in a proceeding before the visas, and prohibitions on U.S. exports and Mr. Chairman, unilateral trade sanctions are State commission, are relevant to costs in­ U.S. support for multilateral development bank dangerous because they appeal to an emo­ curred by such public utility company and are assistance. tional need in all of us to condemn reprehen­ necessary for the effective discharge of the The danger is that sanctions are automatic, sible behavior in the strongest possible terms. State commission's responsibility with respect can be waived by the President only in very Yet history has shown that unilateral trade to such proceeding." narrow, extraordinary circumstances, and are sanctions rarely, if ever, succeed in changing In the new environment confronting the util­ limited to one year. Contrary to statements rogue behavior. ity industry, PUHCA has become nothing more made by the bill's proponents, H.R. 2431 con­ In my view, the United States has been the than a bottleneck that constrains the ability of tains no authority for the President to waive most successful in advancing our values of re­ our Nation's natural gas and electric power in­ sanctions if he determines that they would re­ ligious freedom and democracy by remaining dustries to serve consumers. PUHCA is an sult in the loss of American jobs or otherwise active in countries where these principles are anachronism that burdens utility systems with have an adverse impact on U.S. economic in­ not well-established. A policy of engagement costs and restrictions that impair their competi­ terests. Under the bill, sanctions would be im­ fosters expanded opportunities to spread the tiveness and prevent them from adapting to posed on many governments that are impor­ Christian message through direct contacts that the new and more competitive environment. tant to U.S. trade, security and foreign policy would be denied to us if we pursue a policy PUHCA is no longer a solution because the interests. These countries include Egypt, of isolating countries through punative eco­ problems of the 1930's have been replaced by Saudi Arabia, Indonesia and Morocco. nomic sanctions. effective State and Federal legislation and by The supporters of H.R. 2431 say that this Because there is strong evidence that the the realities of today's marketplace. It is time bill will force foreign governments to improve sanctions proposed in this bill would do more for Congress to act on the recommendations their treatment of religious minorities and help harm than good to religious minorities and of the SEC and enact our legislation. alleviate egregious human rights abuses. Yet American missionaries working abroad, I am they fail to offer any evidence that this bill opposed to H.R. 2431. would be effective in achieving its intended re­ FREEDOM FROM REL IGIOUS sult. HONORING BILLIE CARR ON HER PERSECUTION ACT OF 1998 In truth, the call for passing H.R. 2431 is not 70TH BIRTHDAY coming from persecuted religious minorities SPEECH OF throughout the world. Indeed, many prominent HON. PHIUP M. CRANE religious leaders from countries this bill is de­ HON. KEN BENTSEN OF TEXAS OF ILLINOIS signed to target recently traveled to Wash­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REP R ESENTATIVES ington to warn us that the bill would only fur­ ther divide them from the societies in which Friday, May 22, 1998 Thursday, May 14, 1998 they live and struggle to worship freely. These Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor The House in Committee of the Whole leaders, such as the Rev. Canon Clement Billie Carr of Houston for her abiding commit­ House on the Stat e of the Union had under Janda, General Secretary of the All Africa ment to making our democracy work for all consideration the bill (H.R. 2431) to establish Council of Churches and a native Sudanese Americans as she celebrates her 70th birthday an Office of Religious P ersecut ion Moni­ Anglican priest, and The Rev. Dr. Joseph on June 1, 1998. Known fondly as "Boss" and toring, to provide for the imposition of sanc­ Pattiasina, General Secretary of the Com­ "The Godmother" Billie Carr is a political leg­ t ions against countries engaged in a pattern munion of Churches in Indonesia, told me in of r eligious persecution, and fo r other pur­ end. She has been active in local, state, and the strongest possible terms that H.R. 2431 poses: national politics since 1952, influencing our would exacerbate tensions between Christians nation's leaders at all levels and inspiring Mr. CRANE. Mr. Chairman, I rise in reluc­ and Muslims in their respective countries. countless others to become involved in public tant opposition to H.R. 2431 , the Freedom Christians and clergy working in China, service. from Religious Persecution Act. As a Chris­ Saudi Arabia and Egypt say that the bill would A native Houstonian, Billie Carr started her tian, I am always deeply concerned when re­ make their plight worse, not better. For exam­ political involvement in 1952, working for can­ ports surface about individuals and groups ple, the United Church of Christ, which has didates like Ralph Yarborough and Adlai Ste­ anywhere in the world being persecuted for supported missionary work for decades in venson. She has been involved in every polit­ their faith. many Middle Eastern countries, writes: "By ical campaign since, helping to elect can­ However, like so many situations that face using U.S. power to accuse ·all Muslim coun­ didates for every office from precinct chair to us in the international arena where we seek to tries of religious persecution . . . radical Mus­ president. change the behavior of other governments, lims will be strengthened in their efforts to as­ Billie was elected in 1954 to the Harris legislation can often do more harm than good, sociate Christianity with the West." Religious County Democratic Executive Committee from both for the people we seek to help and for minorities and missionaries who have dedi­ her precinct, a position she has held ever U.S. national interests. cated their lives to Christian education abroad since. She served on the State Democratic With respect to H.R. 2431 , there is no evi­ fear that their work will be undermined be­ Executive Committee from 1964 to 1966 and dence that the automatic sanctions triggered cause their host governments will blame them remains an ex-officio member. by the bill would do anything but incite further for the imposition of sanctions under this bill. In 1956, Billie started working with Mrs. A.D. persecution in the divided and troubled coun­ Rev. Billy Graham's son, Nelson Graham, "Frankie" Randolph and has offered a unique tries that it is designed to condemn. Although who heads a large, successful Christian mis­ approach to organizing at the grassroots level the sanctions in the bill have been watered sionary program in China, wrote to urge Con­ ever since. As a thankful student and gracious down during the many months this legislation gress to reconsider this legislation because of mentor, Billie perpetuates that experience by was stalled in the International Relations Com­ the potential harm it could do to both Amer­ presenting Frankie · Awards to noted Demo­ mittee, the premise and structure of H.R. 2431 ican missionaries and to indigenous religious cratic organizers every year. remain fundamentally flawed. organizations in China, as well as in other tar­ In 1972, Billie was elected to serve on the The bill creates a mid-level bureaucracy geted countries. He believes these groups Democratic National Committee, and she was within the State Department, the "Office of Re­ were given no opportunity to participate in the elected to her fifth term in 1992. The Southern ligious Persecution Monitoring," which would development of H.R. 2431 .. Region of the Democratic National Committee have extraordinary powers to publicly con­ The National Council of Churches, which elected Billie to represent them on the Execu­ demn and sanction a wide range of countries represents 34 Protestant denominations (in- tive Committee of the DNC in 1988. She was 10712 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 reelected in 1993, and continues to serve in Scholar. He was a Charter Member and Sec­ or "BESTEA." The intent of this federal alloca­ that capacity today. She served on the Na­ retary of the PAD, a professional legal frater­ tion is based upon an agreement reached be­ tional Resolutions Committee from 1984 to nity and co-authored a study on election laws tween the City of Moorhead Township. 1988, the National Platform Committee from in states comprising the Third Circuit. During To clarify the legislative intent of the current 1983 to 1984, and the National Fairness Com­ this time, he also served a clerkship for the federal allocation to the City of Moorhead, mittee from 1984 to 1986. City Attorney, City of Paterson. Minnesota under H.R. 2400 as understood In all that she has done, Billie Carr has In February 1966, Tony was called to active and agreed to by both the City of Moorhead, been a leader, organizer, and innovator. service during the Vietnam War and was com­ and Moorhead Township, the following de­ Known for her liberal politics, Billie is a charter missioned as a First Lieutenant. He was pro­ scription applies: member and organizer of the Harris County moted to Captain in 1967 and served as As­ First, no railroad relocation can take place Democrats and the Texas Democrats. sistant Inspector General, U.S.A.T.C., Fort under this project regardless of the source of Billie Carr's activism and leadership have Knox, Kentucky where he later served as a funding for that relocation unless the Moor­ won her many well-deserved awards. She re­ member of the U.S.A.T.C. General Staff. Tony head Township agrees with the City of Moor­ ceived the National New Democratic Commit­ was decorated with the U.S. Army Com­ head on all aspects of the railroad relocation. tee's prestigious Eleanor Roosevelt Award in mendation Medal and the National Defense Second, $250,000 of this funding will be 1986. In 1987, she received the Harris County Medal. . used to study the interchange and rail reloca­ Democrats Lifetime Achievement Award. The Tony has a wealth of legal experience, with tion alternatives and will be conducted jointly Texas Democratic Women presented her with a career spanning 32 years. A trial attorney, and with a coequal status between the City of their certificate in 1992, and the National Fed­ he has served many local municipalities as Moorhead and Moorhead Township: eration of Democratic Women gave her their their attorney including the Borough of These funds shall be made available for a Star Award in 1993. Wanaque-where he still serves, the Town­ local commission called The Commission to While many have benefited from the two ship of Wayne, the Boroughs of Totowa and Study Alternatives of Rail Relocation in the books Billie has published, along with numer­ Haledon, and the Cities of Passaic and Gar­ Moorhead Region. This commission shall con­ ous articles and classes, there is no better field (Board of Education). Tony also served sist of three members representing the Town­ way to learn about political campaigns than to as the Municipal Court Judge for the Borough ship of Moorhead and three members rep­ work with her, as many have been so fortu­ of West Paterson, from 1995 to 1998. Addi­ resenting the City of Moorhead. The commis­ nate to do over the years. In addition to her tionally, he has been appointed by the New sion shall also consist of a seventh member many successful campaigns and the subse­ Jersey Superior Court as guardian for agreed to by both the City of Moorhead and quent successes in public office of those she incompetents and minors, and as a fiscal Moorhead Township. No funds for rail reloca­ helped to elect, perhaps Billie Carr's most im­ agent for corporations involved in litigation. tion can be made available until agreement is portant legacy is the many campaign workers An active member of the community, Tony reached by this commission for alternative and volunteers who have been inspired by her has given much of his time to many local civic sites or plans. to continue in public service. and religious organizations. He is a member of Intended funding for this project shall be Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to join Billie the Wayne Elks, President of the Wayne Jay­ used only for those phases of the 34th Street Carr's family and friends and all those she has cees, and a member and coach at the Wayne Corridor Project as outlined in the attached in­ inspired in honoring her on the occasion of her P.A.L. Tony is also Director for many groups formation. 70th birthday and commending her on a life­ including Citizens Against Drug Abuse and the time of achievement. May the coming years Greater Wayne Chamber of Commerce, and is bring good health, happiness, and time to Chairperson of the North Jersey Country Club. PERSONAL EXPLANATION enjoy her three sons, their families, and her He is President of the Holy Cross Home grandchildren, as well as further political suc­ School Association as well as the Paterson Di­ HON. WIWAM F. GOODLING cesses. ocesan Federation of Home School Associa­ OF PENNSYLVANIA tions. Tony has also served as a presenter for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the New Jersey Catholic Conference in dia­ TRIBUTE TO ANTHONY FIORELLO Friday, May 22, 1998 logue with federal and state legislators on HON. BIU PASCREU, JR. issues of importance to New Jersey Bishops. Mr. GOODLING. Mr. Speaker, I unfortu­ Tony was married on February 20, 1965 to nately was unable to be present on May 19, OF NEW JERSEY the former Isabell Gallagher. They have three 20, and 21 for the following recorded votes. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES children-Jackilyn Fiorello Carpinteri, age 31, Had I been present, I would have voted No on Friday, May 22, 1998 Kathleen Fiorello, age 29, and Brian Fiorello Rollcall. Vote 156, No on Rollcall Vote 157, No Mr. PASCRELL. Mr. Speaker, I would like to age 26. on Rollcall Vote 158, No on Rollcall Vote 159, call to your attention Anthony Fiorello of Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join me, our col­ No on Rollcall Vote 160, Yes on Rollcall Vote Wayne, New Jersey who is being honored this leagues, Tony's family and friends, and the 161, Yes on Rollcall Vote 162, Yes on Rollcall evening by the Borough of West Paterson for Borough of West Paterson in recognizing the Vote 163, Yes on Rollcall Vote 164, Yes on his service as Municipal Court Judge. many outstanding and invaluable contributions Rollcall Vote 165, Yes on Rollcall Vote 166, Tony was born on May 11, 1940. A resident Anthony Fiorello has made throughout the and Yes on Rollcall Vote 183. of Passaic County, he graduated from Passaic years to our community. Valley High School in 1958 whereupon he en­ tered Seton Hall University as an under­ VIOLATIONS OF THE UNITED graduate student in Political Science. Tony CLARIFYING FEDERAL FUNDS FOR STATES-JAPAN INSURANCE graduated in 1962 with a B.A. in Political MOORHEAD, MINNESOTA AGREEMENT Science and in the top 10 percent of his class with a 3.3 G.P.A. HON. COlliN C. PETERSON HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. At Seton Hall, Tony was involved in many OF MINNESOTA OF GEORGIA campus activities including President of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES TKE fraternity, varsity-lettered athlete in fenc­ ing (selected to E.C.A.C. Championship tour­ Friday, May 22, 1998 Friday , May 22, 1998 nament, Deputy Brigade Commander-ROTC Mr. PETERSON of Minnesota. Mr. Speaker, Mr. BISHOP. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Brigade, and Distinguished Military Student. the purpose of this statement is to dem­ express my concerns regarding current viola­ He also received the University Cross and onstrate the clear legislative intent for federal tions of the United States-Japan Insurance Crescent Award for Outstanding Achievement funding to "Reconstruct SE Main Avenue and Agreement. Effective enforcement of existing in Academic, Moral, and Extracurricular Ac­ Related Improvements, completing 34th St. trade agreements must be a fundamental ob­ complishments. Corridor Project, Moorhead, Minnesota" con­ jective of U.S. trade policy. I am sad to report, In 1962 Tony entered Seton Hall's School of tained in H.R. 2400, The Building Efficient however, that blatant violations of the United Law where he was selected as a Centennial Surface Transportation and Equity Act of 1998 States-Japan Insurance Agreement are now May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10713 taking place with barely a word of protest from nology and products by terrorist and criminal review of agency compliance with the A.P.A. the United States Government. entities." and no process for reporting to the Congress The United States-Japan Insurance Agree­ And yet, as we all know, H.R. 695 allows for on these important public safeguards for fun­ ment is one of the United States' primary mar­ the immediate export of unrestricted damental due process and the fair hearing ket access agreements with Japan. It is sup­ encryption technology and allows for the ac­ process before administrative agencies. The posed to promote liberalization of the Japa­ quisition of strong encryption technology by ALJ Conference of the United States will pro­ nese insurance market by maintaining existing international terrorists. When questioned about vide for regular reports to the Congress on safeguards in the third sector, where United the effects of H.R. 695 (The SAFE Act) Major agency compliance with the A.P.A. This proc­ States companies have traditionally had suc­ General David lvry, Advisor to Israel's Minister ess will greatly assist the Congress in its over­ cess, until the primary first and second sectors of Defense said that "we would encourage all sight of agency compliance with the A.P.A. have been liberalized by the Japanese Gov­ of our friends in the United States to oppose and will enhance the ability of the Congress to ernment. Currently, however, this arrangement the bill." Any friend of Israel in the United assess the status of individual rights in adju­ is under direct attack by Yasuda Fire and Ma­ States Congress who are cosponsoring H.R. dications before Federal agencies. This reform rine Co., Ltd ., Japan's second largest non-life 695 should ask for a briefing by the NSA and permits the Congress to maintain oversight on insurance company-who has used its affiliate then remove their names from the bill. constitutional safeguards such as the right to and de facto subsidiary INA Himawari Life In­ All Americans who care about Israel's secu­ an impartial and independent decisionmaker, surance Co. , Ltd. to prematurely ramp up its rity should find out where their Member of notice and opportunity to appear at a prompt presence in the third sector. Congress stands on this most important issue. hearing, and the receipt of a timely hearing If we allow Yasuda to continue expanding The proponents of this bill maintain that decision. These protections are to be ac­ its third sector presence before the life and Israel's enemies will eventually possess corded to every citizen prior to the loss of im­ non-life sectors are substantially deregulated, encryption technology. Even if this is true, it portant rights, property or benefits. the Agreement will lose its primary incentive fails to explain why we should rush to place The ALJ Conference of the United States for compliance by Japanese firms (i.e., the this technology in the hands of our enemies. will assume all duties currently performed by promise of access to the third sector). Al­ The Department of Defense, the National the Office of Administrative Law Judges at the though it failed to comply with the Agree­ Security Council, the National Security Agency Office of Personnel Management (OPM) . The ment's critical third sector provisions, Japan and now the Israel Ministry of Defense believe budget currently used to operate this office at appears ready to start the clock running on that America and Israel need time to develop OPM will be transferred to the ALJ Con­ the two and one-half year lead up to opening countermeasures to address the various ference. Agencies will continue to select ALJs the third sector to large Japanese companies threats posed these new technologies and but the selection process and ALJ register will on July 1 of this year. The Government of H.R. 695 does not give us this time. The truth be managed by the ALJ Conference. The Ad­ Japan must not be allowed to take this action is that now that we have the official Israel po­ ministrative Judiciary of the United States is until measures are taken to remedy the viola­ sition on encryption no real friend of Israel the only merit selected judiciary and the ALJ tions. The future of United States companies should remain a cosponsor of H.R. 695. Conference will maintain the high standards in the Japanese market is at stake. The Ad­ we have come to associate with the Federal ministration should take immediate action to ALJ Corps. ensure full and effective enforcement of this E STABLISH THE ADMINISTRATIVE Establishment of the ALJ Conference of the agreement. LAW JUDGE CONFERENCE OF United States would significantly increase pub­ The current violations also pose a substan­ THE UNITED STATES lic trust and confidence in the integrity and tial threat to U.S. foreign and trade policy. If independence of decisionmaking by adminis­ the United States is unable to take forceful ac­ HON. GEORGE W.. GEKAS trative law judges throughout the Federal Gov­ tion in the face of clear violations of the United OF PENNSYLVANIA ernment. The current Administration advanced States-Japan Insurance Agreement, the Ad­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the concept of an ALJ administrative office or ministration will be signaling Japan, as well as Friday, May 22, 1998 conference during negotiations over legislation other countries that would negotiate with us in to place all administrative law judges in a gov­ the future, that the United States is unwilling Mr. GEKAS. Mr. Speaker, today I introduced ernment wide unified corps. Therefore, this ef­ or unable to enforce commitments made to it. an important bill, "The Administrative Law fort should be a bipartisan activity of the Con­ Judge Conference of the United States Act", gress in the interest of good government, and that reforms the administrative judiciary of the to that end I invite my fellow colleagues on IT 'S OFFICIAL, THE SAFE ACT, United States by establishing an administrative both sides of the aisle to join me in sponsoring (H .R. 695) JEOPARDIZES ISRAEL 'S office for the 1400 Federal administrative law this bill and in making the ALJ Conference a SECURITY! judges. The ALJ Conference is modeled upon reality this year. the Judicial Conference of the United States HON. GERALD B.H. SOLOMON which provides similar administrative functions OF NEW YORK for Federal Article Ill judges. RECOGNIZING JULIAN " BUD" IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Currently, there is no uniform administrative BATLAN ON HIS RETIREMENT AS office for Federal administrative law judges POST COMMANDER Friday, May 22, 1998 which promotes the improvement of the ad­ Mr. SOLOMON. Mr. Speaker, the Israeli ministrative law process. The ALJ Conference HON. MICHAEL PAPPAS Ministry of Defense has just issued a state­ of the United States would enhance the inde­ OF NEW JERSEY ment regarding encryption which states that pendence of decisionmaking and the quality of IN THE HOUSE OF REP RESENTATIVES the decontrol of encryption exports, as allowed adjudications in the administrative due process by the SAFE Act, (H .R. 695) would threaten hearing. The American public will benefit by Friday, M ay 22, 1998 Israel's national security. Listen carefully to the establishment of uniform standards for Mr. PAPPAS. Mr. Speaker, this weekend, I their exact statement: "Israel considers the professional conduct of administrative law will be attending the Jewish War Veteran's regulation and control of encryption products judges that will be government wide in appli­ Manalapan-Marlboro Post 972 installation and technology to be vital to its national secu­ cability with a government wide complaint res­ ceremony for their 1998- 1999 post officers. At rity, the combating of terrorism and effective olution process for claimants. Public account­ this brunch, the post will also be honoring the law enforcement. Engagement of any kind in ability of the administrative judiciary will be ad­ retiring Post Commander, Julian "Bud'Batlan. encryption technology in Israel is controlled by ditionally insured by the establishment of a Bud is a direct descendant of the first the Government of Israel. Israeli government complaint resolutions board which has a public known member of the Jewish faith to settle on policy will continue to protect sensitive and es­ member and agency administrative law the eastern shore of North America, whose sential interests by enforcing strict national se­ judges. extended family has served in our nation's curity policy in this regard. It is Israel's view Since the Administrative Procedure Act armed services for the past 344 years. that all countries should do their utmost to pre­ (A.P.A.) was enacted over 50 years ago, there In 1941 , Bud volunteered for the Army and vent the acquisition of strong encryption tech- has never been any system for independent went on to earn the Silver Star, Bronze Star 10714 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 and Purple Heart with Oak Leaf Cluster in vestment in our local communities while re­ owned and operated by 4th and 5th genera­ World War II. After returning from the war, ducing the federal deficit. tion family members. Six members of the Bud was the founder and organizer of the very We need to create a new, accurate percep­ Blethen family are employed full-time, three of Jewish War Veterans Post that will be hon­ tion, that the death tax is, in fact, a very seri­ whom are long-term members of senior man­ oring him. ous broad-based family and middle class agement; another family member is actively in­ It is very fitting that this weekend, in which issue as well as an economic and jobs issue. volved in governance; and four more are em­ our nation celebrates Memorial Day and the We need to educate people that this tax de­ ployed during the summer. The Seattle Times service of those who have served, that we stroys family businesses, minority owned busi­ is the largest evening newspaper left in the recognize the service of Bud Baltan for his nesses, jobs, investment, and doesn't even country. It is one of a handful of locally owned, service to our nation and his Post. I offer my contribute to the federal budget. We need to family-owned metropolitan newspapers left in congratulations and best wishes to Bud and eliminate the perception that the death tax is America. The Times and Blethen family are the new officers of Post 972. a rich person's issue. Everyone has many op­ committed to perpetuating local, family owner­ portunities to combine education with a grass ship in spite of the overwhelming pressures to roots effort. sell to large, public, foreign owned newspaper DEATH TAX REPEAL Death tax repeal will not negatively impact chains and despite personal and corporate re­ Federal budget revenue. The estate tax gen­ sources that are drained away from the busi­ HON. GEORGE R. NETHERCUTT, JR. erates only 1% of the Federal budget (approx. ness and the community to deal with the es­ OF WASHINGTON $16 billion). 65% of that so-called contribution tate tax. Individual family members have fore­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is spent on compliance and enforcement. Con­ gone significant personal wealth to continue Friday, May 22, 1998 sequently, less than % of 1% of the Federal family, local ownership. Fourth generation budget revenue comes from this tax (approx. deeply involved with estate planning since Mr. NETHERCUTT. Mr. Speaker, the death $5 billion). 1975.] tax is one of the most egregious forms of tax­ Repeal would dramatically help the econ­ ation. Frank A. Blethen, publisher of The Se­ omy and would reduce the Federal budget attle Times, gave a compelling speech on May deficit. According to several studies at least SOME PROBLEMS WITH 14, 1998, on this subject at the Family & Inde­ 145,000 new jobs would be created in the first CONFERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 2400 pendent Owners Conference in Washington, year of repeal, personal income would rise $8 D.C. I rise today to bring the attention of all billion annually, family businesses would stay HON. RICHARD A. GEPHARDT Members to Mr. Blethen's remarks, a sum­ in business, job preservation would be en­ OF MISSOURI mary of which follow. After hearing his com­ hanced, and long-term investment would be IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ments, I urge all Members to support repeal of enhanced. Plant and infrastructure investment Friday, May 22, 1998 the death tax. would be enhanced and the trend in most in­ If repeal of a specific tax would actually de­ dustries towards consolidation would be re­ Mr. GEPHARDT. Mr. Speaker, today, the crease the federal budget deficit, wouldn't you versed. Philanthropic giving would go up, mi­ House of Representatives passed landmark think such repeal would be a non-partisan nority-owned business would be preserved, fe­ legislation to improve our Nation's highways Congressional and White House priority? If re­ male-owned business would be preserved, and transit systems. This legislation is an ab­ peal that tax would result in saving our coun­ business innovation, and creativity would be solutely vital investment in our infrastructure. try's family-owned businesses, including most stimulated, and savings would increase. In my District, Highway 21-the deadliest road minority and female owned businesses, Primarily because of the death tax 70% of in Missouri and possibly the deadliest road in wouldn't you think that such repeal would be family business don't survive the first genera­ America-stands to see improvements that the highest priority of every state's Congres­ tion, 87% don't survive the second generation, will save the lives of children and adults who sional delegation, and every local community's less than 5% survive the third generation, and drive on it daily. Chamber of Commerce? If Congress had an this misguided tax is the primary reason for But, there's a problem with this legislation. I easy way to create jobs, stimulate the econ­ the inability of minority owned businesses to am outraged that some of these very needed omy and to be the champion of families, perpetuate themselves. investments in our transportation system are wouldn't you think they would jump at the The burden of this public policy now falls on funded on the backs of veterans-just before chance? And, if in addition to job growth, the the middle class. When workers are laid-off the day we honor the memories of those who repeal of this tax stimulated other actions that and family businesses fail, the negative trend have fallen for our country. It is also regret­ our nation covets like long-term business in­ towards a two-tier society is accelerated-en­ table that additional funding was provided at vestment, philanthropy, and saving money, couraging corporate takeovers and the con­ the expense of our kids, who will lose vital wouldn't you think Congress would jump at the solidation of industries. This leads to work­ child care at a time when we should be in­ opportunity? places characterized by layoffs, job reduction creasing our investment in children. The ma­ Repeal would turn one of our country's most and disinvestment. jority of my Democratic colleagues object to harmful public policies into a powerful positive The death tax started early in the 20th cen­ these cuts. public policy overnight. So why isn't Congress tury targeted at a few super rich families. Most It is wrong that we have been forced to jumping at the opportunity? Simply put, too people still believe this is a "soak the rich" law choose between safe roads and veterans few people understand, or appreciate, the and that repeal would only benefit the rich. health care, child welfare and other vital in­ negative economic impact of the Federal Es­ Most Americans are appalled that the death vestments. The Administration proposed other tate Tax. And too few people understand the tax rate is 55% and that everything it applies ways to fund this bill, but Republican leaders substantial economic and public benefit, which to has already been taxed at least once. refused to consider them. would come from repeal. Most people, includ­ What can you do? Educate yourself. Con­ I voted for the Democratic instruction to the ing many family businesses still misperceive tact and lobby your Congress person and negotiators of this agreement that we not use the tax as a "benefit for wealthy people" rath­ Senator. Identify and work with key Congres­ veterans health care as an offset for highway er than the small and business public policy sional staffers. Lobby the Senate Finance spending. The Republican leaders ignored this issue, which it is. Once one examines the Committee and the House Ways & Means motion. Our veterans deserve better treatment facts, it is easy to see that this tax is very poor Committee. work with your local chamber and than this. public policy because it destroys jobs, minor­ the U.S. Chamber, as well as any other busi­ I will support this legislation because of ity-owned and small businesses. ness association you have a relationship with. Highway 21 and the memory of those who Once politicians understand the devastating Inform other industry groups. Contact and have lost their lives on this road-

Change in actuarial balance 1 Actuarial balance of HI trust fund 25-yr period 50-yr period 75-yr period 25-yr period 50-yr period 75 -yr period (1998- 2022) (1998- 2047) (1998- 2072) ( 1998- 2022) (1998- 2047) (1998 - 20 72)

Current law ...... - 0.73 - 1.61 - 2.10 Proposal : Hold HI growth to increase in enrollment +GOP/capita 0.31 0.77 1.06 - 0.42 - 0.84 - 1.04 Reinstitute and expand Center of Excellence programs eft. 1/1/00 2 0.00 0.00 0.00 -0.73 - 1.61 - 2.10 Hospital PPS freeze 2000- 2002 ...... 0.35 0.48 0.55 - 0.38 - 1.13 - 1.55 Buy-in at 62 ...... 0.00 0.01 0.01 - 0.73 - 1.60 - 2.09 Increase HI tax rate to 3.2% from 2.9% ...... 0.25 0.28 0.28 - 0.48 - 1.33 - 1.82 Donate half tobacco settlement to HI fund J .. . 0.10 0.10 0.10 - 0.63 - 1.51 -2.00 1 Positive figures represent an improvement in the actuarial balance, reflecting either a reduction in expenditures or an increase in revenues. 21ncluded in the President's 1999 Budget. JWe used 10-year estimates provided by the Joint Committee on Taxation and extrapolated them in the long-rang e. Note: Estimates are based on the intermediate set of assumptions from the 1998 Trustees Report. Office of the Actuary, Health Care Financing Administration , 15-May-98.

CONGRATULATIONS TO SENIOR S. Louis Community College's Florissant Val­ ceived an Air Force Commendation Medal for AIRMAN ANDRE L. WALKER ley and Forest Park campuses. He graduated his performance there. with honors from Forest Park Community Col­ Airman Walker returned home in January HON. IKE SKELTON lege with an Associate of Arts degree in Busi­ 1997 and assisted the 131st Fighter Wing in OF MISSOURI ness Administration. He then went on to con­ its' Mobility Warehouse Reorganization Project IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tinue his education at the University of Mis­ in which he and his team completed the task souri, St. Louis campus. in eighty percent of its estimated time. His Friday, May 22, 1998 In July 1995 Airman Walker enlisted in the team received recognition for its Superior Per­ Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor Missouri Air National Guard, and was sent to formance. He subsequently served as an for me to bring to the attention of the House augmentee for the 107th Air Control Squadron Basic Military Training in September of the of Representatives and the American public during their Operational Readiness Exercise, same year. He was selected as flight leader the distinguished honor of a fellow Missourian. and afterward he returned to the Middle East (Dorm Chief) and his flight had the overall Senior Airman Andre L. Walker, of St. Louis, for a second tour. Upon his return home in highest score in intrasquadron competition. was recently chosen as the Air National Guard June 1997 he assisted his squadron in pre­ After completing BMT, Airman Walker at­ Airman of the Year. paring for their upcoming Operational Readi­ tended Satcom!Wideband Specialist Training Senior Airman Andre L. Walker is a Satcom/ ness Exercise until August 1997. After the Au­ at Keesler AFB, Mississippi, where he was a Wideband Communications Specialist as­ gust Operational Readiness Exercise, he was student leader and member of the drill team in signed to the 239th Combat Communications recognized as a Superior Performer by his his squadron. Squadron as a TRC-170 tactical communica­ squadron for his efforts during the Operational tions terminal crew member, Missouri Air Na­ After graduating from technical school, he Readiness Exercise. Airman Walker subse­ tional Guard Base, Lambert Field, St. Louis, volunteered to assist a Civil Engineering quently returned to Phoenix, Arizona, in Sep­ Missouri. He is 31 years old and was born in squadron install fiber optics lines on tember to assist the 107th Air Control Squad­ St. Louis, Missouri. He attended McCluer Sen­ Spangdahlem Air Base, Spangdahlem, Ger­ ron in their Operational Readiness Inspection. ior High School and was a member of the many. Airman Walker was recognized as an While there, he and two others discovered and school football team and the Future Business outstanding performer for his efforts during the extinguished a brush fire on the Fort Leaders of America (FBLA). project. In August 1996 Airman Walker volun­ Huachuca Army Base, preventing potential in­ After graduation from high school, Airman teered to serve in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, in jury to military personnel and equipment. Air­ Walker was locally employed while attending support of Operation Southern Watch. He re- man Walker was again recommended for the May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10719 Air Force Commendation medal for his efforts come together and raise additional revenue to helps start a debate on how we should take there, confirmation of his decoration is pend­ finance priority transportation projects that will control and improve our future transportation ing. provide immediate congestion relief. system and improve our quality of life. Our His military awards include the Air Force It may not be a popular idea, but we have failure to act and meet our transportation Commendation Medal, National Defense Serv­ to do more, and we have to do it ourselves. needs will have a much higher cost. The ice Medal, Joint Forces Expeditionary Medal, Federal and state taxes levied on our citizens Board of Trade places the cumulative regional and Air Force Overseas Short Ribbon. will always take a "haircut" on before spend­ economic losses from the failure to meet our Mr. Speaker, I am certain that the Members ing any of the balance back in this region. It transportation needs in the year 2020 at be­ of the House will join me in congratulating seems to me, that the only way to ensure that tween $70.2 billion to $182 billion. Andre L. Walker as the Air National Guard's we get 100 percent of funds we need is to That economic loss includes: a 350 percent Airman of the Year. raise more ourselves and spend them locally. or $345 million increase in shipping costs; It is also a process that ensures that the $1 .3 billion to $2.6 billion in higher money gets spent where we determine it is warehousing and inventory costs; $1 ,365 per FLOOR STATEMENT ON THE IN­ needed most. I think the key to public support household per year higher consumer costs; TRODUCTION OF THE METRO­ is identifying a list of priority projects that and more than $1 ,000 per household per year POLITAN WASHINGTON RE­ could be completed on a fast track providing in higher personal travel costs. Mr. Speaker, this region has a choice. I am GIONAL TRANSPORTATION ACT the public with the assurances that their addi­ optimistic that when given the facts and the tional tax dollars will buy specific congestion various options our citizens and elected offi­ relief. A large number of urban communities HON. JAMES P. MORAN cials will take control of our emerging trans­ OF VIRGINIA have already established a dedicated funding portation crisis and make the right choice. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES source for their transit systems. I am including with my statement a copy of In the past, leaders from this region have Friday , May 22, 1998 a letter supporting this legislation that was re­ shared a vision and worked successfully to­ ceived from the county chairs and mayors of Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, today gether to address important transportation all eight Northern Virginia jurisdictions. This I am introducing the "Metropolitan Washington needs, through such institutions as the Metro­ letter reflects a commitment local leaders have Regional Transportation Act" with my col­ politan Washington Airports Authority, the made to let this debate go forward and make league, Senator CHUCK Ross, to address the Washington Metropolitan Area Transit Author­ some tough decisions. I applaud their leader­ traffic congestion problems within the metro­ ity, and the National Capital Region Transpor­ ship. politan Washington D.C. region. We now have tation Planning Board at the Metropolitan I would also like to express my appreciation the second longest average commuting time in Washington Council of Governments. We to Fairfax City Mayor John Mason and the the nation. · need a similar vision to carry us forward an­ Metropolitan Washington Council of Govern­ According to the Greater Washington Board other 30 years. ment for generating critical local support and of Trade, this increased commuting time and The Metropolitan Washington Regional throughtful counsel on crafting this proposal. congestion costs each man, woman, and child Transportation Act will help us craft this vision. Hon. CHARLES C. ROBE, in the region more than $800 per year in lost The legislation we are introducing has five key U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. time, wasted fuel, and environmental damage. elements: (1) It provides a new option to help Hon. JAMES P . MORAN, Long commutes and traffic congestion have the metropolitan Washington region more ef­ U.S. House of Representatives, Washington, DC. also become quality of life issues to area resi­ fectively address its transportation needs; (2) it DEAR SENATOR ROBB AND MR. MORAN: We, dents, robbing many families of the one com­ empowers the National Capital Region Trans­ the mayors and chairs of the Northern Vir­ ginia cities and counties, appreciate and sup­ modity Washingtonians never seem to have portation Planning Board to consult with the port legislation you are preparing· to intro­ enough of-time. Some drivers facing a longer metropolitan Washington region jurisdictions duce that is designed to help meet this re­ commute have even become a safety hazard and the public to achieve consensus on a list gion's critical transportation needs through as they race recklessly to cut a precious few of critical transportation projects and a funding improved coordination, cooperation and ad­ minutes form their daily commute. Last year's mechanism that are needed to address the ditional funding. We believe the approach tragedies on 1-95 and the George Washington growing congestion crisis in the region but outlined in the Metropolitan Washington Re­ gional Transportation Act will provide a mech­ Parkway are still fresh on everyone's mind. cannot be funded within the current and fore­ anism to address the serious shortfall in For those who lack cars, the distance between casted federal, state and local funding levels funding for transportation infrastructure employment opportunities and affordable for such projects; (3) it establishes a Corpora­ needs in the metropolitan Washington re­ housing has grown more and more difficult to tion with the power to accept revenue and gion. traverse. Our economic prosperity and quality issue debt to provide short-term funding for The Washington region is unique. We are of life hinge on improving our congestion prob­ projects that have been agreed to by the re­ the only metropolitan area in which mul­ tiple states and a Federal district are en­ lem. gion; (4) it grants consent to the metropolitan gaged in addressing transportation issues. As Unfortunately, as we look to the future the Washington region jurisdictions to enter into noted in your discussion draft for the pro­ traffic situation only grows worse. Even with an interstate compact or agreement that would posed Act, it is in the Nation's interest that increase in federal funds Virginia will receive help meet the region's long-term transportation the region have a transportation system that under legislation reauthorizing federal surface needs; and (5) it provides $60 million in is supportive of the Federal interest in hav­ transportation programs, this region will still matching federal grants as an incentive to en­ ing an efficient and effective regional trans­ fall seriously short of meeting the growing de­ courage the creation of the federal corpora­ portation system, as well as our role in being an international tourist attraction (some mand for transportation improvements. For the tion. 20,000,000 visitors today; anticipated to be period of 1990 through 2020, this region can This legislation provides a framework under 40,000,000 in 20 years). expect both a 43 percent increase in popu­ which a regional transportation needs could be Your proposed legislation touches on the lation and 43 percent increase in employment. addressed. It requires consultation with state two key elements that are needed to stimu­ This growth and increased dependency on the and local officials at every level and in an ef­ late additional funding in the Washington re­ automobile is expected to increase by 79 per­ fort to win state support, the legislation pre­ gion-a " mechanism" that can receive and distribute funds as well as upfront funding cent the number of vehicle miles traveled in ciously guards state control of both the cor­ from the Congress that will " prime the the region by 2020. poration and the authority through veto power. pump." We are clear that the proposed The Board of Trade estimates that transpor­ It does not raise anyone's taxes, but it does " mechanism" does not have independent tation spending is expected to fall short of the provide a mechanism or a "vessel" through taxing authority. region's transportation needs by more than which the local jurisdictions could coordinate We, the elected leaders of Northern Vir­ $500 million annually. Any solution to current and commit future revenues to finance the ginia's cities and counties, appreciate your effo rts on the region's behalf. We encourage and future congestion demands strategic in­ construction of specific transportation projects and strongly support your initiative. vestment in both our road and mass transit that otherwise will not get built or built anytime With warm personal regards, system. It demands better land use and plan­ soon . Yours sincerely, ning decisions and better interjurisdictional co­ The "Metropolitan Washington Regional Mayor, City of Alexandria, Mayor, City operation. And it also demands that this region Transportation Act" gives us a choice and of Fairfax, Mayor, City of Falls 10720 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 Church, Mayor, City of Manassas, face of Augusto Pinochet. Nor did he men­ planted under the seat of their car. FBI Chairman, Arlington County Board, tion the name of the recently retired army agents tracked the murders back to DINA's Chairman, Fairfax County Board of Su­ commander and former president-dictator of Contreras. A 1978 Washington grand jury in­ pervisors, Chairman, Loudoun County Chile. But the unresolved issue of Pinochet's dicted him and eight other named conspira­ Board of Supervisors, Chairman, Prince involvement in the worst act of inter­ tors and several unindicted co-conspirators. William Board of County Supervisors. national terrorism in Washington in the past Two former U.S. prosecutors and two of the 50 years still hangs over U.S.-Chilean rela­ FBI agents who worked the Letelier-Moffitt tions. case have declared they believe Pinochet was U.S. SHOULD INVESTIGATE GEN. Pinochet figures in problems Chile has responsible for the murders. with Spain, Italy and Argentina. In each of The U.S. government also learned some de­ PINOCHET'S ROLE IN U.S. ASSAS­ tails about Chile's overseas terrorism from SINATION these countries, official investigations are underway that could link Pinochet directly Michael Townley, a U.S. citizen working ·for to overseas assassinations and unsuccessful the Chilean secret police, who confessed to HON. GEORGE MILLER plots to silence his critics during his 17-year organizing the Letelier assassination. In OF CALIFORNIA military reign. 1980, Townley told a U.S. court that he had IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES An Argentine judge is investigating received orders from Contreras to assas­ sinate Letelier. Townley flew to the United Friday, May 22, 1998 Pinochet on charges brought by the daughter of Gen. Carlos Prats, a former Chilean chief States under a false name, recruited a gang Mr. MILLER of California. Mr. Speaker, of staff, and his wife. The two were living as of anti-Castro Cubans to help him do the job, commend to my colleagues the attached op­ exiles in Buenos Aires in September 1974, then made the bomb and detonator and ed printed in the Los Angeles Times on May when a car bomb blew them nine stories placed the explosives under Letelier's car 17, 1998, concerning U.S.-Chile relations. high. Argentine authorities arrested a seat. Two Cuban exiles, who later pleaded guilty, detonated the bomb. One of the worst acts of state sponsored former officer of DINA, the Chilean secret police, who has implicated other senior Chil­ After plea-bargaining for a reduced sen­ terrorism took place right here in Washington, tence and testifying against his fellow con­ D.C. on September 21, 1976. A bomb was ean secret-police officials. An Italian court is probing Pinochet's re­ spirators, Townley gradually disclosed to the placed under the car of Orlando Letelier, a sponsibility in the September 1975 shooting FBI other information about DINA. After Chilean exile and former Chilean chancellor in Rome, of an exiled Chilean Christian Dem­ the September 1973 Pinochet-led coup that under the democratically elected government ocrat legislator. Bernardo Leighton, and his overthrew the Allende government, Townley of Slavador Allende. While driving to work that wife. A gunman put bullets in the backs of had ingratiated himself to DINA by dem­ morning, the bomb was detonated as the car their heads, but both survived. One month onstrating his electronic expertise. He also wound around Sheridan Circle, killing Letelier later, Pinochet met an Italian fascist leader showed an aptitude for more exotic tasks and, by 1974, he had received an assignment and his American assistant, Ronnie Karpen in Madrid, who was subsequently charged with the shooting. to kill abroad. Moffitt and seriously wounding her husband, Townley, according to bureau agents, Michael Moffitt. One piece of evidence caught the attention began to think of himself as DINA's jackal, With the help of the FBI, several people of the Italian magistrate: A Sept. 16, 1975, referring to the 1960s French killer who al­ were brought to trial for the crime, but it was memo to Pinochet from CoL Manuel Contreras, chief of DINA, Chile's intelligence most assassinated President Charles always believed that Gen. Augusto Pinochet, and secret-police agency. In it, Contreras re­ DeGaulle. FBI Special Agent Robert who seized power in Chile in a bloody coup in quests for DINA an additional $600,000 for Scherrer slowly developed a father-confessor 1973 and is-incredulously-now a sitting "reasons that I consider indispensable," one relationship with Townley, who told him member of the Chilean Senate, had directed how he and other elite Chilean agents orga­ of which is "the neutralization of the [Chil­ nized the killing of Gen. Prats. The FBI the assassination. There was not enough evi­ ean] government junta's principle adver­ saries abroad, especially in Mexico, Argen­ learned of "Operation Condor," an agree­ dence at the time, however, to directly link him ment among six Latin American secret-po­ to the crime. tina, Costa Rica, the U.S.A. and Italy." These countries were all hosts to DINA as­ lice agencies to spy on their enemies abroad More evidence has come to light since then, and even eliminate them. In the Prats case, and other nations have launched investiga­ sassination attempts or to aborted DINA as­ for example, Townley recruited Argentine tions of state-sponsored killings directed by sassination plots. Spanish judges have studied this docu­ agents to detonate the bomb he had built. the Chilean secret police. Argentina, Spain Scherrer also extracted from Townley de­ ment, too. In July 1996, the Union of Progres­ tails about the Leighton hit in Rome, in and Italy for example are investigating past sive Spanish prosecutors and lawyers, rep­ crimes, and Spain in particular is looking into which an Italian fascist leader pulled the resenting the families of victims of trigger and a Cuban exile group in Miami whether Pinochet was directly involved in the Pinochet's reign of terror, accused Pinochet took the public credit. In 1997, the Italian Letelier assassination and other killings. of international terrorism, genocide and court condemned (in absentia) Contreras and Spain has asked the United States for co­ crimes against humanity. In 1978, Pinochet Townley for attempted murder of the operation in this investigation, and regrettably granted an amnesty for himself and his mili­ Leightons in Rome. that assistance has not always been forth­ tary subordinates who, according to the 1997 Townley's stores have been reinforced by coming. Along with my colleague Mr. CONYERS official Chilean government record, killed other evidence to the point that the Letelier more than 3,190 people and tortured thou­ case may be reopened. All nine conspirators of Michigan, I have written the Administration sands more. Later, Pinochet arranged to re­ urging their complete and total cooperation listed in the 1978 indictment have been tried. tire from the military as a "senator for life," The unindicted co-conspirators could include with the Spanish investigation. a status that, when combined with the am­ As the following article points out, there is Pinochet himself. Yet, prosecutors lacked di­ nesty, amounted to impunity from prosecu­ rect evidence that would warrant an indict­ mounting evidence that Pinochet was directly tion in Chile. Recently, a Chilean judge ac­ ment of the former Chilean president. involved in the killing of Orlando Letelier and cepted the complaint of Gladys Marin, a Then, last December 23, Contreras, now Ronnie Karpan Moffitt. Chilean communist, who has accused serving a seven-year sentence in Chile for his I urge the Administration to strongly con­ Pinochet of kidnapping her husband and role in the Letelier-Moffitt murders, de­ sider reopening its own investigation of those other leaders, torturing them and making clared that he was following Pinochet's or­ murders as well as fully cooperate with the them "disappear." But few hold out hope of ders in every action that he undertook. Spanish investigation. an investigation, a prosecution and convic­ Since his statement was offered as part of an tion in Chile. Neither Congress nor the Administration effort to get his sentence reduced, it's self­ Spanish Judge Garcia Castellon certified should forego the opportunity to send a strong serving. But it appears to corroborate the Spanish jurisdiction in a similar case. More conclusions of the U.S. officials involved in and clear message that we will not tolerate than a dozen Spanish citizens, including the case. terrorism on our soil. And our developing rela­ priests, fell victim to the excesses of Chile's Pinochet has escaped prosecution in Chile tionship with the new government of Chile military dictatorship. The judge also cast his because of the amnesty he granted himself should not shield Pinochet from responsibility investigative net for evidence to Wash­ and his cronies. But there is one exception: if it is proven that he was responsible for the ington, where DINA had struck on Sept. 21, U.S. pressure could compel his prosecution assassination of innocent civilians. 1976. in the Letelier-Moffitt case in Chile. But On that day, Orlando Letelier, former Chil­ there is little likelihood justice will be done IS A TERRORIST HIDING IN CHILE' S SENATE? ean chancellor under President Salvador there unless it is pursued here in the United (By Scott Armstrong and Saul Landau) Allende, and Ronni Karpen Moffitt, a U.S. States. When Bill Clinton addressed the Chilean citizen and colleague of his at the Institute Although he failed to confront Pinochet legislature last month, he did not see the for Policy Studies, were killed by a bomb while visiting Chile, Clinton still can ask May 22, 1998 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 10721 Atty. Gen. Janet Reno to reopen th e creases during the 1990's. All that has quickly and price controls result whether it's in edu­ Letelier-Moffi tt investigation int o ended as the country now struggles for sur­ cation, medical care, unemployment benefits Pinochet 's role as its alleged author. Such a vival. or whatever-all programs that Indonesia can­ request would signal a fo rmal end of official But what we cannot lose sight of is that the not afford even if they tried to appease the ri­ impunity under which Pinochet has hidden Indonesia economic bubble was caused by a oting populous. fo r more than two decades. It would send a message to state terrorists everywhere. flawed monetary policy which led to all the SOLUTIONS ATTEMPTED other problems. Monetary inflation is the moth­ The IMF's $43 billion bailout promise has er of all "crony capitalism." done nothing to quell the panic in the streets THE INDONESIA CRISIS CHARACTERISTICS OF THE CORRECTION of Jakarta. If anything, conditions have wors­ One i~portant characteristic of an economic ened. The Indonesians deeply resent the aus­ correction, after a period of inflation (credit ex­ tere conditions demanded by the IMF. Since HON. RON PAUL pansion), is its unpredictable nature because the United States is the biggest contributor to OF TEXAS subjective reactions of all individuals con­ the IMF and the world financial and military IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cerned influence both political and economic cop, resentment toward the United States is Friday , May 22, 1998 events. Therefore, it's virtually impossible to equal to that of the IMF. The Indonesian peo­ predict when and how the bubble will burst. Its ple know they won't be helped by the bailout. Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, the Soviet system, duration likewise is not scientifically ascertain­ They already see their jobs disappearing and along with the Berlin Wall, came crashing able. prices soaring. The political and economic fu­ down in 1989, the same year the new, never­ A correction can be either deflationary or in­ ture, just a few months ago looking rosy, is to-end, era came to a screeching halt in flationary or have characteristics of both. now bleak beyond all description. Indonesians Japan. The Japanese economic miracle of the Today, in Indonesia, the financial instruments know what the American taxpayers know: the 1970's and the 1980's, with its "guaranteed" and real estate are deflating in price, while IMF bailout helps the rich lenders who for dec­ safeguards, turned out to be a lot more vulner­ consumer prices are escalating at the most ades made millions but now want their losses able than any investor wanted to believe. rapid rate in 30 years due to the depreciation covered by weak victims. Is there any wonder Today the Nikkei (Tokyo) stock average is still of the rupiah. Indonesia is in the early stages resentment and rage prevail in Indonesia? down 57% from 1989, and the Japanese of an inflationary depression-a not unheard The United States. has just sent a military banking system remains vulnerable to its debt of result of sustained Central Bank inflationary delegation to study and obviously advise the burden, a weakening domestic economy and a policy. Many believe price inflation only occurs Indonesian Government regarding the law and growing East Asian crisis spreading like a wild with rapid growth. This is not so. order crisis now in process. Our officials say fire. That which started in 1989 in Japan-and Blame is misplace. Rarely is the Central that we're there to watch that the Indonesian possibly was hinted at even in the 1987 Bank and irredeemable paper money military does not abuse the rights of Indo­ stocke market "crash" here-is now sweeping blamed-unless a currency value goes toward nesian citizens. Even if true, and well moti­ the Asian markets. The possibility of what is zero. In Indonesia the most vulnerable scape­ vated, where did this authority come from for happening in Asia spreading next to Europe, goat has been the Chinese businessmen who us to run to the scene of the crime-on the and then to America, should not be summarily are now in threat of their lives and fleeing the other side of the world-and pretend we have dismissed. country. all the answers? Putting aside the question of ECONOMIC FALLACY A much more justifiable "scapegoat" is the whether there is proper authority or not, the Belief that an artificial boom , brought about International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the Indonesian people perceive even a few U.S. by Central Bank credit creation, can last for­ American influence on the stringent reforms military advisors as a further threat to them. ever is equivalent to finding the philosopher's demanded in order to receive the $43 billion The IMF is seen as an extension of the United stone. Wealth cannot be created out of thin IMF-Ied bailout. IMF policy only aggravates States and is expected to more likely side with air. New money and credit, although it can on and prolongs the agony while helping the spe­ the Indonesian military than with the dem­ the short-term give an illusion of wealth cre­ cial interest rich at the expense of the poor. onstrators. No government, even the question­ ation, is destructive of wealth on the long run . The IMF involvement should not be a distrac­ able ones, likes to see any dissolution of gov­ This is what we are witnessing in Indonesia­ tion from the fundamental cause of the finan­ ernmental power. It might encourage others the long run-and it's a much more destruc­ cial problem, monetary inflation, even if it did unhappy with their own government. And it is tive scenario than the currently collapsing fi­ allow three decades of sustained growth. not as if the U.S. Government is innocent and nancial system in Japan. All monetary infla­ "Crony capitalism" was not the cause of In­ benign, considering our recent history at Kent tion , something nearly all countries of the donesia's trouble. Inflationism and political cor­ State, Waco, and Ruby Ridge and the hun­ world are now participating in, must by their ruption allow crony capitalism to exist. It would dreds of no-knock entries made in error, caus­ very nature lead to an economic slump. be better to call it economic interventionism for ing loss of life, multiple injuries and destruction The crisis in Indonesia is the predictable the benefit of special interests-a mild form of of property. Let us make sure our own govern­ consequence of decades of monetary inflation. fascism-than to abuse the free market term ment acts responsibly in all matters of law and Timing, severity, and duration of a correction, of capitalism. order here at home before we pretend we can is unpredictable. These depend on political Any serious economic crisis eventually gen­ save the world- a responsibility not achiev­ perceptions, realities, subsequent economic erates political turmoil, especially if political able even if motivated with the best of inten­ policies, and the citizen's subjective reaction dissent has been held in check by force for tions. to the ongoing events. The issue of trust in the any significant period of time. There should be Effort to prop up an ailing economy after the future and concerns for personal liberties no surprise to see the discontent, with blood financial bubble has been popped, prolongs greatly influence the outcome. Even a false in the streets of Jakarta, soon spread and the agony and increases the severity of the trust, or an ill-founded sense of security from build. Political events serve to aggravate and correction. Japan's bubble burst in 1989, and an authoritarian leader, can alter the imme­ magnify the logical but subjectively-sensitive there is not yet any sign of the cleansing of diate consequences of the economic correc­ declining currency values and the faltering the system of bad debt and mal-investment tions, but it cannot prevent the inevitable con­ economy. The snowballing effect makes the which is necessary before sound growth will traction of wealth as is occurring slowly in the political crisis much more serious than the resume. And Indonesia is embarking on the more peaceful Japan and rapidly and violently economic crisis since it distracts from the same predictable course. Restoration of free in Indonesia. sound reforms that could restore economic markets, including the establishment of a The illusion of prosperity created by infla­ growth. These circumstances, instead of lead­ sound monetary policy, has not yet been con­ tion, and artificially high currency values, en­ ing to more freedom, invite marshal law for the sidered. The people of Indonesia and the rest courage over-expansion, excessive borrowing purpose of restoring stability and the dangers of the world should prepare for the worst as and delusions that prosperity will last forever. that go with marshal law. this crisis spreads. For Congress, the most im­ This attitude was certainly present in Indo­ Errors in economic thinking prompt de­ portant thing is to forget the notion that further nesia prior to the onset of the economic crisis mands from the masses for more government taxing American workers to finance a bail-out in mid 1997. Even military spending by the In­ programs to take care of the rapidly growing will work. It won't work-it is the worst policy donesian government was enjoying hefty in- number of poor. Demands for more socialism of all for us to pursue. 10722 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS May 22, 1998 The Indonesian Government had one idea the Asian currency problems, yet undoubtedly lar, will one day be challenged. The severity of worth considering under these very difficult cir­ it is. True reform to deal with the growing the repercussion is not predictable but it could cumstances. They wanted to replace their worldwide crisis can only be accomplished by be enormous. Our obligation, as Members of central bank with a currency board. It's not as us first recognizing the underlying economic Congress, is to protect the value of the dollar, good as gold standard, but it would have been errors that caused the current crisis. not to destroy it deliberately, in an attempt to a wise choice under current conditions. But The philosophy of the free market holds a prop up investors, foreign governments or for­ the United States and the IMF insisted that in lot of answers-yet the difference between eign currencies. That policy will only lead to a order to qualify for IMF funding this idea had free market capitalism and interventionist polit­ greater crisis for all Americans. to be rejected outright and the new central ical cronyism has not been considered by any As the Asian crisis spreads, I would expect bank for Indonesia had to be patterned after of the world banking and political leaders cur­ Europe to feel the crunch next. Unemployment the Federal Reserve with, I'm sure, ties to it rently addressing the exploding East Asian cri­ is already at or approaching 12% in Germany for directions from Federal Reserve Board sis. and France. The events can be made worse Governor Alan Greenspan and company. A Concern for personal liberty is not a subject and accelerated by outside events like a Mid­ currency board would allow a close linkage of associated with the crisis and is an ongoing dle Eastern crisis or a war between India and the rupiah to the dollar, with its value con­ casualty of past and current policy. A greater Pakistan both now rattling their nuclear sa­ trolled by market forces, and would have pre­ concern for individual liberty will be required if bers. Eventually though, our system of "crony vented domestic Indonesia monetary infla­ a positive outcome is to be expected from the capitalism" and fiat money system will come tion-the principle cause of the economic bub­ fall-out of the Indonesian crisis. Let's hope we under attack. Our system of favoring industries ble now collapsed. The shortcoming of a cur­ can get our priorities straight. Congress has is different than the family-oriented favoritism rency board tied to the U.S. dollar is that the an obligation not to worsen the crisis by of Suharto, but none-the-less is built on a sys­ Indonesian currency and economy would be capitulating to more bail-outs and to remain tem of corporate welfare that prompts constant dependent on dollar stability which is far from vigilant enough to keep the administration lobbying of Congress and the Administration guaranteed. from accomplishing a similar bail-out through for each corporation's special interests. We REFUSAL Executive orders outside the law. have little room to talk as we preach austerity, In the approximately eight months since the MESSAGE balanced budgets and sound money to the crisis hit Indonesia, there has been no serious What should the message be to the Con­ current victims. Our day will come when we look at the underlying cause: monetary infla­ gress and the American people regarding this will humble ourselves before world opinion as tion brought about by a central bank. Nor has sudden and major change in the economic cli­ our house of cards comes crashing down. any serious thought gone into the internation­ mate in Indonesia? First and foremost is that We will all know we are on the right track alization of credit as United States exports of since we operate with a fiat currency, as do when the people and our leaders are talking of billions of dollars, and thus our own inflation, almost all the countries of the world. We are restoring liberty to all equally, and establishing to most nations of the world which hold these not immune from a sudden and serious eco­ a sound money system that prevents the Fed­ dollars in reserve and use them to further in­ nomic adjustment-at any time. Dollar eral Reserve from manufacturing money and flate their own currencies. Our huge negative strength and our ability to spend dollars over­ credit out of thin air for the benefit of politi­ trade balance and foreign debt is not consid­ seas, without penalty, will not last forever. cians, corporations and bankers who directly ered by conventional wisdom to be relevant to Confidence in the U.S. economy, and the dol- profit.