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IN RECOGNITION OF THE LIFE OF billion on increasing wages instead, 1 million IN RECOGNITION OF THE MAR- ALBERT JUDD low-wage Wal Mart workers would enjoy an RIAGE OF NISHA CHOKSI AND hourly wage increase of $5.66. HETAL PATEL HON. HALEY M. STEVENS Pharmaceutical giants are increasingly di- OF MICHIGAN verting money that could be spent on life-sav- HON. HALEY M. STEVENS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing drugs into stock buybacks. In 2017 and OF MICHIGAN Wednesday, June 19, 2019 2018, shareholder payments by the 10 largest IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pharmaceutical companies increased by 75 Wednesday, June 19, 2019 Ms. STEVENS. Madam Speaker, I rise percent to nearly $115 billion. Shortly before Ms. STEVENS. Madam Speaker, I rise today to recognize Albert ‘‘Randy’’ Randolph the tax bill passed, Pfizer announced a $10 Judd on his remarkable life. today to recognize Nisha Choksi and Hetal billion buyback, then turned around and an- Mr. Judd passed peacefully in his sleep on Patel on their remarkable relationship and to nounced that they were ending research into April 11, 2019 and is survived by his wife Pa- wish them well on a lifetime of marriage. Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s. tricia ‘‘Pat’’ Roan Judd of 46 years and his son Nisha and Hetal were wed in a beautiful Liam Judd. Known as a long-time leader in the Firms like Wal Mart are so committed to ceremony on May 11, 2019 in Atlanta, Geor- great city of Birmingham, Randy served as a paying out their wealthiest shareholders that gia. Surrounded by friends and family from City Commissioner for 10 years and as Mayor they’ll even take on new debt to do it. Firms across the globe, their three days of festivities in 1989. Mr. Judd also joyfully spent his time are increasingly doing share buybacks with symbolize their deep commitment to one an- as a scuba instructor and underwater photog- risky leveraged loans, which have been identi- other and their future life. rapher who certified scuba students in local fied by regulators as a growing threat to finan- Their wedding symbolizes the beginning of lakes. He remained deeply committed to phil- cial stability. a journey that will carry them through the joys anthropic efforts related to the arts and media The Reward Work Act will give workers a and hardships of life. Their ability to work to- gether professionally and grow only closer is while supporting various charitable causes fo- voice in choosing how their company is run. another testament to the powerful bond they cused on those in need. Instead of enriching executives and share- share. Mr. Judd’s remarkable life offers perspective holders, directors elected by workers can ad- on what makes communities and families Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join vocate for better wages. Wages in countries thrive, a compassionate heart, quick wit, and me in congratulating Nisha Choksi and Hetal that require worker representation on cor- an ability to show up when people need it Patel for embarking on a new chapter in their porate boards are 18-25 percent higher than most. lives and wishing them well on their journey wages in the United States. Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join together. me in reflecting on the remarkable life of Al- I am grateful for the support of the AFL– f bert Randolph Judd and his many contribu- CIO, Communication Workers of America, tions to his community in Birmingham, Michi- Americans for Financial Reform, and Take On PERSONAL EXPLANATION gan. Wall Street. f I urge this body to swiftly pass this bill and HON. GREGORIO KILILI CAMACHO INTRODUCTION OF THE REWARD help curb the growth of runaway inequality. SABLAN WORK ACT OF NORTHERN MARIANA ISLANDS f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ´ ´ Wednesday, June 19, 2019 HON. JESUS G. ‘‘CHUY’’ GARCIA PERSONAL EXPLANATION OF ILLINOIS Mr. SABLAN. Madam Speaker, I was un- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES avoidably detained on June 18, 2019, during Wednesday, June 19, 2019 HON. LOIS FRANKEL the vote on Ms. Speier’s amendment to pre- vent the Department of Defense from spend- ´ OF FLORIDA Mr. GARCIA of Illinois. Madam Speaker, I ing funds to implement the ban on open rise today to support a bill I have introduced IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES transgender service in the U.S. military. Had I with Congressman KHANNA, the Reward Work been present, I would have voted ‘‘Aye.’’ Wednesday, June 19, 2019 Act. f Economic inequality has been spiraling for decades, and since the 1970s, corporate firms Ms. FRANKEL. Madam Speaker, on roll call HONORING WILLIAM L. NETTLE have increasingly relied on stock buybacks— vote 355, I was not present because I was un- juicing the price of their own stock in order to avoidably detained. Had I been present, I would have voted YEA. HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON pay out huge sums to their executives and OF MISSISSIPPI wealthy shareholders. These buybacks divert IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES investment away from workers, long-term busi- f ness growth, and research and development. Wednesday, June 19, 2019 Since the tax overhaul in 2017, corporations PERSONAL EXPLANATION Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam have spent more than $1 trillion on buybacks, Speaker, I rise today to honor a tenacious and while failing to deliver promised wage in- self-driven community servant, William L. Net- creases to workers. Wells Fargo was the sin- HON. ADAM KINZINGER tle. gle biggest beneficiary of the tax bill. Even as OF ILLINOIS William Nettle is a lifelong resident of Vicks- they have laid off workers and been exposed burg, Mississippi. After graduating from War- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for numerous consumer protection scandals, ren Central High School in 2004, he earned they have bought back $40 billion of their own Wednesday, June 19, 2019 his bachelor’s degree in Mass Communica- stock. tions from Jackson State University. During his Starbucks spent nearly $6 billion on stock Mr. KINZINGER. Madam Speaker, I was un- college tenure he worked at Factory Brand buybacks in 2018. If Starbucks reallocated able to be present to cast the first vote during Shoes, where he learned the art of customer money from share buybacks to compensation, the first vote series on June 18, 2019. Had I service. every worker could get a $7,000 raise. If Wal been present, I would have voted Yea on Roll William started his real estate career in Mart ended its stock buybacks and spent $10 Call No. 323. 2010, after a short time spent working in the

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William is on the Board of Directors for and bravery above and beyond the line of duty two nonprofit organizations: Warren County exemplified by our public safety and law en- Ms. KUSTER of New Hampshire. Madam Habitat for Humanity and It’s Time Media. He forcement professionals. For the past 33 Speaker, I rise today to honor the American is a member of the Vicksburg Kiwanis Club, years, the Prince William Chamber of Com- Legion on their 100th birthday. The American the Vicksburg Optimist Club, Vicksburg Young merce has paid tribute to police officers, fire- Legion has been a leading voice in advocating Professionals, and the Vicksburg/Warren fighters, and emergency personnel for their for veterans, servicemembers, their families County Chapter of the Jackson State Univer- extraordinary service. and communities. The American Legion was chartered and in- sity National Alumni Association. Mr. Nettle Our public safety and law enforcement corporated by Congress in 1919 as a patriotic also frequently volunteers with United Way of workforces put their lives at risk on a daily veterans’ organization devoted to mutual help- West Central Mississippi by reading to 3rd basis to keep our families and neighborhoods fulness. It is the nation’s largest wartime vet- graders as a part of the L.E.A.R.N. (Leaders safe. In recognition of acts of valor, we award erans service organization, committed to men- Encouraging Advancements in Reading Now) the following honoree for demonstrating ex- toring youth and sponsorship of community- Program. For fun, William likes watching traordinary dedication and outstanding per- based programs, advocating patriotism and sports, fishing, watching comedy and action formance under unusually difficult or dan- honor, promoting strong national security, and movies and listening to good music. He also gerous circumstances. It is my honor to in- continued devotion to fellow servicemembers enjoys playing sports, especially bowling. He clude in the RECORD the following name of the and veterans. loves to sing and make people laugh. Haymarket Police Department law enforce- Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join The American Legion Department of New ment professional: Hampshire was chartered on August 1, 1920. me in recognizing William L. Nettle for his Merit Award for Valor: Officer John Gregory. There are currently 107 American Legion hard work, dedication and tenacity to serving Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Posts located throughout the Granite State, others. me in recognizing the 2019 Prince William boasting nearly 18,000 members. American Chamber of Commerce Valor Award recipient f Legion members contribute significantly to from the Haymarket Police Department. The IN RECOGNITION OF THE BAPTISM their local communities. Members participate selfless acts of heroism by this distinguished OF HENRY WINTERHALTER in blood drives, and contribute generously to individual merit our highest praise. I thank the scholarships, community projects, emergency honoree, as well as all the Haymarket Police aid and youth activities. Many of the Posts HON. HALEY M. STEVENS Department law enforcement professionals, for have halls, where community enjoy social OF MICHIGAN their dedication and commitment to the protec- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES functions for events throughout the year. tion of our communities. The American Legion works closely with the Wednesday, June 19, 2019 f Veterans Administration to ensure that the vet- Ms. STEVENS. Madam Speaker, I rise CONGRATULATING MARGO DEAN erans in New Hampshire and across our coun- today to recognize Henry Graham Winterhalter AND THE BALLET CONCERTO ON try are cared for following their service to the and his baptism on Sunday, May 12, 2019. 50 YEARS OF BRINGING DANCE United States. New Hampshire leaders work I have the honor of being the Godmother to AND INSPIRATION TO THE FORT closely with military organizations and are Henry and the lifelong friend of his parents WORTH COMMUNITY proud to have two military installations within Lindsay and Brian Winterhalter. On May 12th the state serving thousands of military mem- we gathered at St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, a bers and their families. religious institution open to all children to wit- HON. KAY GRANGER On behalf of my constituents in New Hamp- ness Henry’s baptism. Born on June 28, 2018, OF TEXAS shire’s Second Congressional District, con- Henry is now freed from sin and baptized to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gratulations to the American Legion commu- Christ. Wednesday, June 19, 2019 nity for 100 years and all the best in the years Without shedding a tear, and symbolizing Ms. GRANGER. Madam Speaker, I rise to come. his gentle heart and growing mind, Henry was today to congratulate Margo Dean and the f baptized by Pastor John Spangler. Ballet Concerto on 50 years of bringing dance As his sponsor, I promised before friends DEPARTMENTS OF LABOR, and inspiration to the Fort Worth Community. and family to nurture Henry Graham in the HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Ballet Concerto was founded in 1969 by Ar- Christian faith and to serve as a role model AND EDUCATION, AND RELATED tistic Director, Margo Dean, who has served in throughout his life. His life a blessing, we are AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS that role since its inception. The progrm has inspired by all Henry will become, a true gift ACT, 2020 brought the art of ballet and other forms of from God. dance to people of all ages and socio- SPEECH OF Let us all reflect on this as we work to make economic backgrounds in Fort Worth. this country a better country for Henry. HON. BRADLEY SCOTT SCHNEIDER Ballet Concerto was the first ballet program Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join OF ILLINOIS in the State of Texas to go into public schools, me in reflecting on another milestone in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and was the first arts program of any kind, to life of Henry Graham Winterhalter and his Tuesday, June 18, 2019 bright future. be approved by the Fort Worth Independent School District, to present educational lecture The House in Committee of the Whole f demonstrations to its students. House on the state of the Union had under RECOGNIZING THE HAYMARKET Margo Dean and the Ballet Concerto annu- consideration the bill (H.R. 2740) making ap- ally presents the Summer Dance Concert, a propriations for the Departments of Labor, POLICE DEPARTMENT 2019 Health and Human Services, and Education, PRINCE WILLIAM CHAMBER OF free, professional, outdoor performance to the and related agencies for the fiscal year end- COMMERCE VALOR AWARD RE- Fort Worth Community that creates an outlet ing September 30, 2020, and for other pur- CIPIENTS for talented young dancers, employment for poses: local professionals, and opportunities for Mr. SCHNEIDER. Madam Chair, I rise in HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY emerging local choreographers, and nationally support of the amendment offered with my col- OF VIRGINIA and internationally renowned choreographers league from New Hampshire, Congresswoman IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to premiere original, ground-breaking works. ANNIE KUSTER. I offer my thanks and congratulations to Department of Defense leadership is need- Wednesday, June 19, 2019 Margo Dean and the Ballet Concerto for en- ed to develop lead-free electronics to solve a Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker, I rise to lightening and enriching the lives of the citi- pressing defense industrial base supply chain commend the Haymarket Police Department zens of Fort Worth for the past 50 years. issue.

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That’s because Defense electronics in a of the City of Manassas Park Fire and Rescue f fighter jet have different performance require- Department. The selfless acts of heroism by ments than commercial electronics such as in this distinguished group of men and women HONORING THE HONORABLE GER- an iPhone. These defense platforms require a truly merits our highest praise. I thank each ALD ‘‘JERRY’’ A. WORTH FOR HIS much longer lifespan and the ability to perform honoree, as well as all City of Manassas Park 41 YEARS OF DEDICATED SERV- in extreme environments. Fire and Rescue Department public safety ICE TO THE NORTH COUNTRY AS Our amendment seeks to address the dif- professionals for their dedication and commit- JUSTICE FOR THE TOWN OF WIL- ficulty and cost DOD has experienced in trying ment to the protection of our communities. TON to source lead-free electronic technologies, f which will only increase as time goes on. HONORING LINK STRATEGIC HON. ELISE M. STEFANIK Additionally, without research and invest- PARTNERS OF NEW YORK ment, our defense industrial base will continue IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to face challenges incorporating newly devel- Wednesday, June 19, 2019 oped technologies, ultimately adversely affect- HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON ing our military readiness. OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Ms. STEFANIK. Madam Speaker, I rise I urge my colleagues to back our amend- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES today in recognition of the Honorable Gerald ment to bolster U.S. efforts to develop lead- Wednesday, June 19, 2019 A. Worth on his retirement as Justice of the free defense electronics and look forward to Ms. NORTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today Town of Wilton. working with Rep. KUSTER and the defense to ask the House of Representatives to join Justice Worth comes from a strong tradition subcommittee on this issue. me in congratulating LINK Strategic Partners of service to the North Country with both of his f on becoming the 2019 District of Columbia parents serving as Justices of the Town of Small Business of the Year. This distinction is Wilton. His father, the Honorable Wesley RECOGNIZING THE 2019 PRINCE awarded as part of our 22nd annual District of Worth, served from 1945 until 1973, and his WILLIAM CHAMBER OF COM- Columbia Small Business Fair, at the Walter mother, the Honorable Lillian Worth, served MERCE VALOR AWARD RECIPI- E. Washington Convention Center. from 1973 until 1976. Justice Worth took up ENTS OF THE CITY OF MANAS- This year, we are proud to honor LINK Stra- that mantle in 1978 and has dutifully served SAS PARK FIRE AND RESCUE tegic Partners, a national strategic commu- his community since that day. DEPARTMENT nications and stakeholder engagement firm Justice Worth has served his country and headquartered in Washington, D.C. LINK pro- community in a variety of capacities over the HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY vides strategic communications and course of his career. Prior to his tenure as OF VIRGINIA ‘‘hyperlocal’’ community engagement. With a Justice, he served the North Country as Presi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES radically different approach to the communica- dent of Saratoga County’s Magistrates, spent time in the Department of Transportation, and Wednesday, June 19, 2019 tions and public relations industry, LINK puts people, relationships and communities first. served in the National Guard. Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker, I rise to LINK began in 2012 with two full-time em- After so many decades of service to our recognize City of Manassas Park Fire and ployees sharing a small office in the Greater community and our country, Justice Worth de- Rescue Department and its outstanding mem- Washington Urban League building in the serves nothing less than our deepest grati- bers who have demonstrated superior dedica- heart of Washington, D.C. In the seven years tude. It is the honor of a lifetime and truly tion to public safety and are the 2019 recipi- since then, the firm has grown tenfold in staff, humbling to serve such incredible North Coun- ents of the prestigious Prince William Cham- expanded across the nation and opened its try residents here in Congress. After retire- ber of Commerce Merit Award and Valorous first international location. With team members ment, Justice Worth is looking forward to time Unit Award for their service. The annual in St. Louis, New York, Phoenix, Maine and with his family; including his three daughters, Prince William Chamber of Commerce Valor Paris, LINK has grown to 300+ clients, $15 eight grandchildren, and three great-grand- Awards recognize remarkable heroism and million in awarded contract value and pro children. On behalf of New York’s 21st Con- bravery above and beyond the line of duty ex- bono work of over $1 million. gressional District, I want to thank the Honor- emplified by our public safety and law enforce- LINK specializes in helping clients build mu- able Gerald A. Worth for his service to our ment professionals. tually beneficial relationships with local com- community and wish him all the happiness in For the past 33 years, the Prince William munities. Over the past seven years, LINK has the world as he begins this next chapter. Chamber of Commerce has paid tribute to our evolved its social impact lens, focusing on the f firefighters, police officers, and emergency power of human connection and supporting personnel for their extraordinary service. clients in connecting with their constituents in HONORING THE LIFE OF JOHN These brave men and women put their lives at ways that will improve the communities they MARSHALL MELVIN risk on a daily basis to keep our families and serve. LINK has also demonstrated the value neighborhoods safe. For fire and rescue per- of investing in team members, offering com- HON. DOUG COLLINS sonnel, no two days are alike. Always on the petitive salaries, benefits and professional de- OF GEORGIA front lines, the City of Manassas Park Fire and velopment opportunities. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Rescue Department is comprised of three sec- Our fair highlights the importance of small Wednesday, June 19, 2019 tions: community safety, operations, and sup- businesses to the District’s economy. It pro- port systems. vides critical information, counseling and re- Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Madam Speaker, These dedicated service members of a sources to aspiring and current D.C. small I rise today to honor the remarkable life of combination career and volunteer system fight business owners. Small businesses are a cru- John Marshall Melvin. fires, provide emergency medical services, cial lifeline in our local economy, and the Dis- John was a longtime resident of the Ninth perform rescues, and work in our community trict thrives because of the expanding success District, moving to Jefferson, Georgia, as a to promote fire safety and prevention. In rec- of small businesses throughout the District. young child. After graduating from Jefferson ognition of their acts of valor, it is my honor to We thank the Washington Convention Center High School, John attended the University of include in the RECORD the following names of for hosting us again this year, the workshop Georgia where he played trumpet in the Dixie the City of Manassas Park Fire and Rescue experts who are providing valuable information Redcoat Band and further cultivated his pas- Department public safety personnel: and assistance to aspiring and current small sion and talent for theater and music. Valorous Unit: Battalion Chief Adam business owners, and, of course, all the par- After graduating from the University of Geor- Jones—Battalion 589, Captain Josh Bran- ticipants. gia School of Law in 1965, John and his be- don—Medic 509, Fire Medic Randy Leach— Madam Speaker, I ask the House of Rep- loved wife, Mary Louise, moved to South Da- Engine 509, Fire Medic John Pearre—Medic resentatives to join me in congratulating LINK kota where he served our country honorably

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To NATO, as well as areas where NATO and years later, he returned to Georgia to begin recognize this milestone, Ripley Rand, former Russia have common areas of interest that his 40–year career in real estate law at a firm United States Attorney for the Middle District could be developed. that would later become Stewart, Melvin & of North Carolina, spoke to commemorate and Finally, the Civil Dimension of Security Frost. reflect on the work of his godfather and co- Committee heard a report from Ulla Schmidt Often referred to as ‘‘larger than life,’’ John founder of the seminars, Congressman Charlie of Germany, which reaffirmed the Alliance’s led a life full of leadership and service. He Rose of North Carolina. values. The report explored NATO’s historical was an Eagle Scout, a member of Leadership On May 30, 2019, in Bratislava, NATO PA commitment to democratic institutions and out- Georgia, and a deacon and elder at First convened its Spring Session to conduct the lines recent challenges to these values. The Presbyterian Church of Gainesville, where he committee work of the NATO PA. committee also heard a report from Jane taught Sunday School and sang in the choir The Defense and Security Committee heard Cordy of Canada, examining Ukraine five for over 40 years. John also served as presi- three reports. Joseph Day of Canada gave a years after the Revolution of Dignity. Finally, dent of the Gainesville Rotary Club from 1988 report on modernization of arms control and Lord Jopling of the United Kingdom, presented to 1989 and was recognized as Gainesville Allied nuclear forces, which mentioned a report that emphasized that border security Rotary’s Man of the Year in 1999. NATO’s new nuclear deterrence policy and has become a top priority for many NATO Al- John Marshall Melvin leaves behind an hon- how this has paved the way for a potential lies and examined border management strate- orable legacy of integrity, leadership, and new era of rearmament and potentially desta- gies on both sides of the Atlantic. service to his community. He was known bilizing arms race. Another report was given During the Spring Session, the United around town as a well-respected lawyer, but by Mr. Nicholas Soames of the United King- States Delegation also met with the Speaker he will always be remembered first and fore- dom on NATO’s ‘Evolving Security in the of the Slovakian Parliament Andrej Danko and most as a loving husband, father, brother, North Atlantic,’ which discussed five rec- was hosted by the German delegation for a bi- uncle, and grandfather John will be greatly ommendations to help secure Allied interests lateral working lunch. missed by many, but his impact will continue and activities in the North Atlantic. Lara I want to thank the members of the U.S. to reach generations to come. Martinho of Portugal delivered a report on Delegation who work hard to support the On behalf of the people of Northeast Geor- NATO exercises and investments, which NATO Parliamentary Assembly and in doing gia, I hope you will join John’s family in cele- among other things identified opportunities for so demonstrate a steadfast commitment to brating his remarkable life. investment Member States can take to im- transatlantic security and maintaining a Eu- f prove mobility of the military. rope that is whole, free, and at peace. I also The Economics and Security Committee want to recognize the incredible support the REPORTING ON THE 2019 SPRING heard a report from Ausrine Armonait of Lith- NATO PA and our delegation receive from the SESSION OF THE NATO PAR- uania on North Macedonia, NATO’s soon to Speaker of the House. It is noticed and appre- LIAMENTARY ASSEMBLY be 30th member. The head of Norway’s dele- ciated on both sides of the Atlantic. Our dele- gation, Christian Tybring-Gjedde, gave a re- gation will continue its work in London in Octo- HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY port on how economic sanctions can be used ber at the 2019 Annual Session of the NATO OF VIRGINIA as a tool for foreign policy and considers the PA. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES conditions under which these tools can be ef- f fective. The committee also received a report Wednesday, June 19, 2019 from Jean-Marie Bockel of France on the im- HONORING CLYDE ‘‘ERNIE’’ HIERS Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker, from pact of digital technology on the global econ- AND HIS 39 YEAR CAREER May 30 to June 3, 2019, the NATO Parliamen- omy and international trade in North America tary Assembly (NATO PA) held its Spring Ses- and Europe. HON. RICHARD HUDSON sion in Bratislava, Slovakia. I led a bipartisan The Science and Technology Committee OF NORTH CAROLINA delegation to the Session, which included heard from three reports. One from Congress- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Representatives MICHAEL TURNER, JOHN woman SUSAN DAVIS on ‘‘NATO in the Cyber SHIMKUS, SUSAN DAVIS, LINDA SA´NCHEZ, JIM Age: Strengthening Security & Defence, Wednesday, June 19, 2019 COSTA, BRETT GUTHRIE, PAUL COOK, FILEMON Stabilising Deterrence,’’ which described the Mr. HUDSON. Madam Speaker, I rise today VELA, BRENDAN BOYLE, NEAL DUNN, JAMES growing importance of cyber security to to honor Clyde ‘‘Ernie’’ Hiers on his 39 years SENSENBRENNER, and staff. NATO’s defense capabilities. Matej Tonin, the of service to our communities as Fire Chief in The NATO PA was founded in 1955 to head of Slovenia’s delegation, delivered a re- Temple Terrace, Florida and the City of serve as an inter-parliamentary organization port on artificial intelligence, which discussed Kannapolis, located in North Carolina’s Eighth for NATO. The NATO PA brings together the the challenges and opportunities presented by Congressional District. legislators of the NATO Member States to pro- military uses for artificial intelligence and glob- Over the years, Ernie has made countless mote awareness and understanding of chal- al artificial intelligence research and develop- contributions to our community. He started his lenges facing NATO and strengthen the trans- ment. Finally, the report ‘‘NATO Anti-Sub- career in 1980 as a driver for Temple Terrace atlantic relationship. marine Warfare: Rebuilding Capability, Pre- Fire Department at age 21 and retires today In February in Brussels, Belgium, we were paring for the Future,’’ was presented by as Fire Chief and Emergency Management honored to have the Speaker of the House of Leona Alleslev of Canada. Coordinator at Kannapolis Fire Department. Representatives NANCY PELOSI address the The Political Committee heard three reports. Ernie is known throughout the community gathered delegates of the NATO PA and at- I presented my report, ‘‘NATO at 70: Why the for his big smile, endless supply of jokes, and tend a meeting of the North Atlantic Council. Alliance Remains Indispensable,’’ which passion for service. Through his leadership, The Speaker conveyed Congress’ unshakable stressed that NATO’s success over the past Kannapolis Fire Department has experienced commitment to the Alliance and was received 70 years is not only due to its military capabili- a time of unprecedented growth. Ernie saw with great warmth. ties, but also the fact that it is an alliance the number of firefighters rise from 33 to 84 In early April, NATO celebrated its 70th An- underpinned by common values. This empha- on any given shift, transitioned to an all paid niversary with a meeting of foreign ministers in sis on shared values has been pivotal in main- staff, and implemented thermal imaging and Washington, DC—the site of the signing of the taining Alliance cohesion for seven decades, sophisticated 911 systems. Exemplary of his Washington Treaty in April 1949. On April 3, and it will be decisive for continued success. prowess, Kannapolis Fire Department con- 2019, in observance of the 70th Anniversary, The Alliance must continue to insist that Allies structed two new replacement stations and im- Mr. TURNER and I introduced H. Res. 286, ex- uphold the founding democratic principles of proved Insurance Service Office (ISO) ratings pressing the sense of the House of Rep- the Alliance and consider support for demo- for the City. resentatives that the United States remains cratic institutions as a condition for continued Ernie now plans to spend more time with his committed to NATO. On April 4, 2019, at the and future membership in the Alliance. Julio wife, Dora and their family, travel more, and to invitation of Speaker NANCY PELOSI, NATO Calha of Portugal delivered the report ‘‘Secu- partake in his favorite hobby of serving as a Secretary General Jens Stoltenberg ad- rity and Stability in Africa—Challenges and Kansas City Barbeque Society Master Judge. dressed a Joint Meeting of the two houses of Opportunities for NATO.’’ Also, Raynell I know I speak for everyone in the community Congress, the first head of a multilateral orga- Andreychuk of Canada presented a report on when I say we are truly grateful for his unwav- nization to deliver such an address. NATO’s relations with Russia, addressing ering service and cannot thank him enough. I

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Not only did she dedicate four dec- teer Fire & Rescue public safety professionals ades of her life to the Department, but she for their dedication and commitment to the DEPARTMENTS OF LABOR, worked three years in other state offices as protection of our communities. HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, well. f AND EDUCATION, AND RELATED At work, she was frequently requested per- AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS sonally by clients for face-to-face meetings to IN RECOGNITION OF THE LIFE, ACT, 2020 discuss the benefits entitled to them. She did LEGACY, AND SERVICE OF her job with unmatched love and care. Over MAJOR GENERAL JAMES LISON, SPEECH OF forty years, she decided to stay in her position JR. HON. BRADLEY SCOTT SCHNEIDER and reject countless promotions. Had she cho- OF ILLINOIS sen to move to other localities, she could have HON. MIKE GALLAGHER IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES been a Benefit Program Specialist 4 or 5, but OF WISCONSIN Thursday, June 13, 2019 because of the passion she has for what she IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES did, she remained a Specialist 2. Wednesday, June 19, 2019 The House in Committee of the Whole Ms. Swann plans to go into retirement now House on the state of the Union had under after decades of her tremendous work, and I Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, today I consideration the bill (H.R. 2740) making ap- wish her the best of luck in her future endeav- rise in honor of the life, legacy, and service of propriations for the Departments of Labor, Major General James Lison, Jr., who passed Health and Human Services, and Education, ors. and related agencies for the fiscal year end- Madam Speaker, I ask you to join me in away on Friday, June 7, 2019 at the age of ing September 30, 2020, and for other pur- honoring the service of this great woman, Ms. 98. poses: Sue Swann, to the people of Virginia’s 1st Dis- Maj. Gen. Lison was born in Green Bay on Mr. SCHNEIDER. Mr. Chair, I rise in sup- trict, to the Commonwealth of Virginia, and to October 23, 1920. He graduated from Green port of the amendment offered by my col- the entirety of our great nation. May God bless Bay East High School in 1938, where he met the love of his life, Marian Kehl. Upon grad- league Congresswoman SPANBERGER and my Sue and her family for her countless hours of fellow members of the New Democrat Coali- labor in service to her country. uating from the Reserve Officer Training Course at St. Norbert College, he was com- tion National Security Task Force, Congress- f missioned as a second lieutenant in the Army men BOYLE and BROWN. Our foreign policy RECOGNIZING THE 2019 PRINCE rests on three interconnected pillars of de- and ordered to active duty at the U.S. Army WILLIAM CHAMBER OF COM- fense, diplomacy, and development. All three Infantry Replacement Training Center, Fort MERCE VALOR AWARD RECIPI- elements are critical and work in concert to McClellan, Alabama on June 10, 1942. He re- ENTS OF THE STONEWALL JACK- promote American leadership in global affairs. turned to Green Bay to marry his sweetheart SON VOLUNTEER FIRE & RESCUE We cannot shortchange one without harming on September 11, 1942. The couple had four our overall foreign policy. children, Kathy, Peter, Susan and Joan. As former Defense Secretary Jim Mattis put HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY Maj. Gen. Lison served on active duty from it succinctly: ‘‘If you don’t fully fund the State OF VIRGINIA 1942 to 1946, of which 14 months was in the Department, then I need to buy more ammuni- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES European Theater as a rifle company officer, combat liaison officer and assistant operations tion.’’ Wednesday, June 19, 2019 That is but one reason I am so deeply con- officer with the 42nd ‘‘Rainbow’’ Division. cerned by the many critical foreign service po- Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker, I rise to Separated from active duty in March 1946, sitions that remain unfilled in the Trump Ad- recognize Stonewall Jackson Volunteer Fire & Maj. Gen. Lison accepted immediate assign- ministration. These empty posts include the Rescue and its outstanding members who ment to the U.S. Army Reserve. In November assistant secretaries overseeing the Middle have demonstrated superior dedication to pub- 1947, his Army Reserve unit commander, then East, East Asia, South Asia and Political-Mili- lic safety and are the 2019 recipients of the organizing a Wisconsin National Guard regi- tary Affairs, as well as key ambassadorships prestigious Prince William Chamber of Com- ment, recruited him to organize and command around the world. merce Merit Award and Valorous Unit Award Tank Company, 426th Infantry Regiment, Our amendment would encourage the State for their service. The annual Prince William 32nd Infantry Division. In 1951, he was as- Department to implement recommendations Chamber of Commerce Valor Awards recog- signed to the G–3 Section, Headquarters, 32 from a recent GAO study that found foreign nize remarkable heroism and bravery above Infantry Division. service vacancies are undermining our foreign and beyond the line of duty exemplified by our In 1953, Maj. Gen. Lison transferred to policy objectives. In addition, the amendment public safety and law enforcement profes- State Headquarters, Wisconsin Army National encourages GAO to expand its study to in- sionals. Guard, to accept full-time employment in the clude the impact of vacancies in senior leader- For the past 33 years, the Prince William state Adjutant General’s Office, where he ship and politically appointed positions at the Chamber of Commerce has paid tribute to our served in a variety of staff assignments, culmi- Department of State on the United States’ firefighters, police officers, and emergency nating in his appointment by Governor Warren ability to meet its foreign policy, diplomacy, personnel for their extraordinary service. Knowles as the State Adjutant General in Feb- aid, and national security priorities and objec- These brave men and women put their lives at ruary 1969. He was promoted to Brigadier tives. risk on a daily basis to keep our families and General in December 1968, and to Major Gen- I urge my colleagues to support this amend- neighborhoods safe. These dedicated service eral in March 1970. He retired from the active ment to ensure all three pillars of our foreign members of a combination career and volun- National Guard in 1980, and from state em- policy are working together at their best to teer system fight fires, provide emergency ployment with the Wisconsin Department of promote our interests abroad and ensure our medical services, perform rescues, and work Military Affairs in 1983. national security. in our community to promote fire safety and Through his service, Maj. Gen. Lison earned prevention. In recognition of their acts of valor, many awards and decorations which include f it is my honor to include in the RECORD the fol- the Legion of Merit, with Oak Leaf Cluster IN HONOR OF MS. SUE SWANN lowing names of the Stonewall Jackson Volun- (second award), the Bronze Star Medal, the teer Fire & Rescue public safety personnel: American Campaign Medal, the European-Afri- HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN Merit Award for Valor: Firefighter/EMT Car- can-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal (two OF VIRGINIA los Ambrosini. campaigns-Rhineland and Central Europe), IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Silver Medal for Valor: Firefighter Ian Lau- the World War II Victory Medal, the Army of derdale. Occupation Medal, the Armed Forces Reserve Wednesday, June 19, 2019 Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Medal, and the Combat Infantryman’s Badge, Mr. WITTMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise me in recognizing the 2019 Prince William as well as a number of State decorations and today in recognition of Ms. Sue Swann’s forty Chamber of Commerce Valor Award recipients awards.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:55 Jun 20, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A19JN8.012 E19JNPT1 SSpencer on DSK3G9T082PROD with REMARKS E796 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 19, 2019 Madam Speaker, words cannot adequately her nieces and nephews and other relatives of gree from Virginia State University. Clyde has thank Maj. Gen. Lison for his years of service the family, always encouraging them on used his passion for education and put it back to our country. May his service, dedication, achieve greatness. God called her home to into the community, serving as an educator for and sacrifice be remembered by a grateful na- rest in His arms with sweet, sweet peace early 31 years in Prince William County. During his tion. I offer my sincerest condolences to his Monday morning on February 25, 2019. She tenure, he was a coach and mentor for many family. will truly be missed. young men. Clyde was also an active member f Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join of the Prince William County Education Asso- me in recognizing the late Earlean Marshall. ciation, both the Virginia and National Edu- HONORING EARLEAN MARSHALL f cation Association, and he was the Prince Wil- liam County Representative on the Virginia INTRODUCTION OF THE COMMIS- HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON Education Board of Directors. He also served SION OF FINE ARTS DISTRICT OF OF MISSISSIPPI as a Prince William County delegate to numer- COLUMBIA HOME RULE ACT IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ous State and National Conventions. In rec- Wednesday, June 19, 2019 ognition of his dedication and civic engage- HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON ment, he received several honors including a Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA certificate of outstanding achievement from Speaker, I rise today to honor a remarkable IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES former Neabsco District Supervisor, John Jen- person, Ms. Earlean Marshall. kins. While Clyde was teaching, coaching, Earlean Marshall was born on September Wednesday, June 19, 2019 mentoring, and being an active civic leader, he 14, 1948 in Greenwood, Mississippi to U.S. Ms. NORTON. Madam Speaker, today, I in- also held a seat on the Town of Dumfries Army Veteran, Mr. O.Z. Marshall, Sr. and Mrs. troduced the Commission of Fine Arts District Council. In 1980, he ran for the Dumfries Mildred Macy Debro Marshall. She was the of Columbia Home Rule Act. This bill would Town Council and was elected. He went on to eldest of seven children. Her brother John D. prohibit the Commission of Fine Arts (CFA) serve the town of Dumfries as a Councilman Marshall and parents preceded her in death. from exercising authority over non-federal for twenty-eight years; several of those years Growing up, Earlean’s life journeys would property in the District of Columbia. serving as the Vice Mayor. He always strived take her to Chicago where her parents also Under presidential executive orders (EOs) to work cooperatively with each citizen and lived. They would later relocate to Mississippi, and federal law, the CFA has review authority with other town officials. He is and has always settling in the Rosebank Community of for D.C.-owned parks and buildings, as well as been committed to the citizens and promised Holmes County. for certain private land in D.C. Under the rel- them dedicated service, and representation Earlean began her early public-school edu- evant EOs, CFA has review authority for the with integrity; promises that he fulfilled. Clyde cation at Mt. Olive School in the Mt. Olive design of D.C.-owned parks and buildings. is the husband of Gwen Porter Washington, Community. She dearly loved Mt. Olive School Under the Shipstead-Luce Act, CFA has re- who is also being honored tonight. He is also and would later serve on the Mt. Olive All- view authority for the design of private build- a dedicated member and Deacon at the Little Class Reunion Committee. And, then she at- ings in the District ‘‘adjacent to public buildings Union Baptist Church, a member of the tended high school at Tchula Attendance Cen- and grounds of major importance,’’ such as NAACP, and a Lifetime Member of the Virginia ter (TAC) but would later finish high school in Rock Creek Park and the Potomac riverfront. Education and the National Education Asso- Los Angeles, California where she relocated in Under the Old Georgetown Act, the CFA has ciation. 1964 to live with her Aunt ‘‘Lovie’’ and cous- review authority for the design of private build- ins. ings in the part of Georgetown referred to as Gwen Washington: Gwen was educated in Earlean graduated from LA High in 1967 ‘‘Old Georgetown’’ in the act. The members of the segregated Prince William County school and received bachelor’s degrees from Cali- the CFA are appointed by the President. system. She graduated from Jennie Dean fornia State and UCLA. She was very smart The federal government, including the CFA, High School in Manassas, Virginia. Gwen is a where many of her colleagues asked for her has no business in local land-use policies and graduate of Virginia State University, with a assistance. She was well liked by friends, co- decisions unrelated to the federal presence. degree in Education. She also has a Master of workers and neighbors. Not only is the federal government’s authority Education degree from George Mason Univer- Earlean joined Liberty Baptist Church and over D.C. buildings and private property anti- sity. Gwen is a third-generation educator was active on the youth usher Board as well democratic, it also delays and increases the which fueled her passion to teach. She in- as sang in the youth choir. Years later, cost of public and private development in the vested her passion for education back into the Earlean joined Holman United Methodist District. community, serving as an educator for 33 Church in May 20, 1979. She was very active This is an important step to increase home years. Gwen’s 33-year teaching career al- within her church community. She participated rule for the District, and I urge my colleagues lowed her to have many rewarding experi- on the Holman Church Board, Advisory and to support this bill. ences. She had a very successful coaching Trustee Committee, The Women’s Organiza- f career, winning numerous championships in tion, The Holman Mass Choir, and the Usher gymnastics, track & field, and volleyball; she Board. Earlean was always willing to serve HONORING CLYDE AND GWEN served as department chair for seventeen and was very appreciated. WASHINGTON FOR RECEIVING years; she served as a workshop presenter at A business-minded individual, Earlean THE 2019 DUMFRIES MAYOR’S numerous county and state teacher work- began her career in retail at Broadway Depart- LIVING LEGEND AWARD shops, and she also participated in teacher- ment Store in California but would later further mentoring where she was able to share effec- her career for years in the corporate world as HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY tive motivational and behavior modification a contractor with TRW, Inc. and with The Boe- OF VIRGINIA skills with other teachers. While working part ing Company—The Aerospace & Tech Lead- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES time at Dumfries Elementary School, in No- er. Her work took her on numerous business vember 2015, Gwen was appointed to serve travels. Wednesday, June 19, 2019 on the Dumfries Town Council. This allowed Following Earlean’s lengthy career in cor- Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker, I rise to her to serve out the term of a council member porate America, she returned to Mississippi recognize the recipients of the 2019 Dumfries who was moving to the Mayors position. She after her father died and made her home once Mayor’s Living Legend Award. This award is was highly honored to be asked to serve in again in the Rosebank community. She re- presented to those who have had a profound this leadership role. At the end of her des- united with Rosebank M.B. Church where she impact on the Dumfries community through ignated appointment, she went on to be elect- would share her beautiful, melodious voice public service, civic engagement, and ed to two more terms before retiring. Gwen is during devotion, served as acting secretary, mentorship. The Town of Dumfries honors the the wife of Clyde Washington who is also was mistress of ceremony on numerous occa- recipients of this award at the Dumfries May- being honored tonight. She is also a dedicated sions, very active in Sunday School, and was or’s Ball for their extraordinary contributions to member of Little Union Baptist Church in a faithful supporter of the church. She re- our community. It is my honor to include in the Dumfries where she is on numerous chairs mained active until her health began to de- RECORD the following individuals: and ministries. She is past president and cur- cline. Clyde Washington: Clyde is a graduate of rent vice-president of the Deaconess Board, An education advocate and family historian, Norfolk State University, with a degree in Edu- president of the Drama Ministry, and a mem- Earlean often rejoiced in the achievements of cation. He also has a Master of Education de- ber of two choirs. She is also a member of the

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The domestic sources that can reliably serve the Dr. Grant is survived by two sons; Chris- contributions and leadership of these two hon- low volumes of advanced microelectronics that topher Grant and Robert ‘‘Bobby’’ Grant, two orees have greatly benefitted our community the Department of Defense requires. daughters; Sherri Grant and Micheline Lyles, a and truly merit our highest praise. They have That is why there is a need for the Industrial brother; Rickey Perkins, grandchildren; Chris- made the Town of Dumfries and the entire Base Analysis and Sustainment Support Pro- topher, Jr., Jeremiah, James, Ciera, Jamica, county extremely proud and I commend them gram to leverage existing public-private-part- Kerry, Cameron, Eric, and Deshun, and a host each for their service and dedication. nerships to establish a U.S. based manufac- of relatives and friends. turing development platform for advanced f Madam Speaker, I celebrate the life and microelectronic system integration, including legacy of Dr. Donna Maria Grant. DEPARTMENTS OF LABOR, the foundational copper-based silicon inter- f HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, poser technology. This funding increase will AND EDUCATION, AND RELATED help to accomplish this, and I thank the Chair- TRIBUTE TO CHILDREN’S AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS man for the general program increase of $10 HOSPITAL LOS ANGELES ACT, 2020 million for the Industrial Base Analysis and Sustainment Support Program within the Re- HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF SPEECH OF search, Development, Test and Evaluation, OF CALIFORNIA Defense-Wide Account. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. DARREN SOTO I support the rapid modernization of domes- OF FLORIDA tic state-of-the-art foundry operations that Wednesday, June 19, 2019 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES produce trusted microelectronics and thank Mr. SCHIFF. Madam Speaker, I rise today Wednesday, June 12, 2019 the Chairman and the Committee for all their to honor Children’s Hospital Los Angeles for The House in Committee of the Whole work on the issue. being ranked first among children’s hospitals House on the state of the Union had under f in California and across the Western U.S., in consideration the bill (H.R. 2740) making ap- addition to being named one of the top five HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY propriations for the Departments of Labor, children’s hospitals in the nation, according to Health and Human Services, and Education, OF DR. DONNA MARIA GRANT U.S. News and World Report’s Honor Roll of and related agencies for the fiscal year end- Best Children’s Hospitals. The talented doc- ing September 30, 2020, and for other pur- HON. CEDRIC L. RICHMOND tors, nurses, volunteers, and staff at Children’s poses: OF LOUISIANA Hospital Los Angeles provide every child with Mr. SOTO. Mr. Chair, I would like to ac- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the best care possible, and have touched the knowledge that Division C of H.R. 2740, the Wednesday, June 19, 2019 lives of countless families across Los Angeles, Defense Appropriations Act for FY 2020’s Mr. RICHMOND. Madam Speaker, I rise to including mine. Committee Report, H. Rept. 116–84, provided honor the life and legacy of Dr. Donna Maria Children’s Hospital Los Angeles has been an additional $10 million general program in- Grant, a trailblazer in the field of education, providing excellent pediatric care to the Los crease in funding for the Industrial Base Anal- who passed away on June 10, 2019, at the Angeles area since 1901, and today offers ysis and Sustainment Support Program within age of 71. more than 350 specialty programs and serv- the Research, Development, Test and Evalua- Dr. Grant was born on February 4, 1948 in ices to meet the needs of some of the com- tion, Defense-Wide Account. These funds will Tampa, Florida, to Mr. Smile Benton and Mrs. munity’s most vulnerable members. In addition allow the Department of Defense to leverage Daisy Johnson. In 1966, she graduated from to its patient services, Children’s Hospital Los existing public-private-partnerships to establish Booker T. Washington High School in Miami, Angeles supports innovative research efforts a U.S. based manufacturing development plat- Florida, earned a B.S. degree and M.Ed de- which impact children across the nation and form for advanced microelectronic system inte- gree from Florida A&M University in Elemen- around the world. When it comes to children’s gration, including foundational copper-based tary Education, and completed all coursework health and well-being, Children’s Hospital Los silicon interposer technology. towards a doctoral degree in educational lead- Angeles’s quality of care is truly unparalleled. The Industrial Base Analysis and ership from the Union Institute and University I am proud to recognize every individual at Sustainment Program is dedicated to ensuring in Cincinnati, Ohio. In 1974, she married Mr. Children’s Hospital Los Angeles for their that the Department of Defense is positioned Robert ‘‘Bob’’ Grant. unyielding commitment to caring for the chil- to more effectively, and efficiently, address in- Dr. Grant worked her entire professional ca- dren of Los Angeles. I ask all members to join dustrial base issues, and support the National reer in education. She passionately worked me in commending Children’s Hospital Los Security Innovation Base. This includes the with all ages of students from elementary Angeles for its compassionate, exceptional pe- ability to proactively mitigate supply chain through graduate school. After spending over diatric care. vulnerabilities within the global defense indus- 30 years in the Miami-Dade Public School f trial base, and to cultivate next generation, System, Dr. Grant retired as an elementary emerging, defense manufacturing and tech- school principal. However, due to her love for IN RECOGNITION OF THE TRADI- nology sectors. education, her retirement was short lived. TION OF BRUNCH ON THE FARM Continued U.S. global leadership in micro- In 2006, Dr. Grant moved to New Orleans IN SHAWANO COUNTY electronics depends on U.S. owned firms op- and began working as an Associate Professor erating at the leading edge of advanced logic in the College of Education and Human Devel- HON. MIKE GALLAGHER technologies and digital memories. The next opment at Southern University at New Orle- OF WISCONSIN generation of electronic devices will require ans. At the time of her death, Dr. Grant served IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES significantly greater functional density, in other as Vice Chancellor for Student Affairs and En- Wednesday, June 19, 2019 words, packing functional components to- rollment Services at Southern University at gether even more tightly than current tech- New Orleans. Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, I rise nology allows. This requires technical leader- Dr. Grant, always having a heart for the today to recognize the tradition of Brunch on ship in microelectronics system integration, community, was a proud member of Delta the Farm in Shawano County hosted this year specifically in the microelectronics manufac- Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc., the National Asso- by Goers Family Dairy in Gresham. turing areas of integrating heterogeneous de- ciation of Professional Women (NAPW), Just Brunch on the Farm is an iconic Shawano vices, stacking memory, logic processing, sen- Us (Miami chapter), and numerous other com- County tradition that provides the community sors, communications, and packaging with se- munity empowerment organizations. Also, Dr. an opportunity to see first-hand how a dairy curity and advanced interconnect methods. Grant was a faithful member of Franklin Ave- farm operates and learn about the significant One of the foundational technologies re- nue Baptist Church in New Orleans. role the dairy industry plays in Wisconsin’s quired for advanced system integration is cop- Dr. Grant lived an extraordinary life that economy. Community members meet dairy per-based silicon interposer technology. This cannot be overstated. She was committed to farmers, explore the barns and equipment,

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:55 Jun 20, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K19JN8.008 E19JNPT1 SSpencer on DSK3G9T082PROD with REMARKS E798 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks June 19, 2019 and enjoy a delicious meal prepared on the cation to serving others and giving back to the RECOGNIZING HARRY PFISTER farm. community. AND MANNA ON MAIN STREET I am grateful to Goers Family Dairy for hosting the 2019 Shawano County Brunch on f HON. BRIAN K. FITZPATRICK the Farm. One hundred and fifty years ago, OF PENNSYLVANIA PERSONAL EXPLANATION Goers Family Dairy was established in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES town of Herman. Brothers Jeff and Matt Goers, fifth-generation farmers, currently oper- Wednesday, June 19, 2019 ate the dairy and milk over 200 cows. The HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO Mr. FITZPATRICK. Madam Speaker, I rise milk generated by the dairy’s cows is sent to OF CONNECTICUT today to recognize an outstanding citizen from Saputo Cheese in Black Creek and made into IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, who is a variety of cheeses. It is evident the agricul- working tirelessly to make our community a tural community greatly respects the Goers’ Wednesday, June 19, 2019 better place. contributions to the dairy industry as Matt was Ms. DELAURO. Madam Speaker, I had a Master Harry Pfister, a 7th Degree Black recently honored by the Shawano Area Agri- family commitment and so I missed Roll Call Belt who serves as Vice President of Villari’s cultural Society as Shawano County’s Out- vote number 324 regarding the ‘‘Lesko Pennsylvania and Owner and Chief Instructor standing Young Farmer of the Year. Amendment to H.R. 2740.’’ Had I been at Villari’s of Chalfont, has been using his ka- The Shawano County Farm Bureau orga- present, I would have voted ‘‘No.’’ rate expertise as a way to assist a nonprofit nizes the annual Brunch on the Farm by re- I missed Roll Call vote number 325 regard- organization in Lansdale. Since the 1990s, cruiting host farms, sponsors, and volunteers ing the ‘‘Jackson Lee Amendment to H.R. Master Pfister has hosted a ‘‘Kick-A-Thon,’’ to support this terrific event. Comprised of 2740.’’ Had I been present, I would have which to date has raised over $100,000 for farmers and agribusiness professionals, the voted ‘‘Yes.’’ Manna on Main Street. This year, $10,500 Shawano County Farm Bureau promotes agri- was raised. cultural education, leadership and awareness I missed Roll Call vote number 326 regard- I applaud Master Pfister for his work, and within the community. ing the ‘‘Jackson Lee Amendment to H.R. appreciate the commitment of Manna on Main Madam Speaker, I urge all members of this 2740.’’ Had I been present, I would have Street to ending food insecurity in the North body to join me in commending the efforts of voted ‘‘Yes.’’ Penn region. Brunch on the Farm to educate the community I missed Roll Call vote number 327 regard- f through this time-honored tradition. Thank you ing the ‘‘Gosar/Luetkemeyer Amendment to to Goers Family Dairy, the Shawano County H.R. 2740.’’ Had I been present, I would have INTRODUCTION OF THE FEDERAL Farm Bureau, and the countless sponsors and voted ‘‘No.’’ POLICE CAMERA AND ACCOUNT- volunteers for their continued support of Wis- I missed Roll Call vote number 328 regard- ABILITY ACT OF 2019 consin’s dairy industry. ing the ‘‘Grijalva Amendment to H.R. 2740.’’ f Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘Yes.’’ HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA HONORING GAIL F. HOOD I missed Roll Call vote number 329 regard- ing the ‘‘Gosar Amendment to H.R. 2740.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘No.’’ Wednesday, June 19, 2019 HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON I missed Roll Call vote number 330 regard- OF MISSISSIPPI Ms. NORTON. Madam Speaker, today, ing the ‘‘Speier to H.R. 2740.’’ Had I been IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Representative DONALD S. BEYER, Jr. and I in- present, I would have voted ‘‘Yes.’’ troduced the Federal Police Camera and Ac- Wednesday, June 19, 2019 I missed Roll Call vote number 331 ‘‘Mead- countability Act of 2019. This bill would require Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam ows Amendment to H.R. 2740.’’ Had I been uniformed federal law enforcement officers to Speaker, I rise today to honor a remarkable present, I would have voted ‘‘Yes.’’ wear body cameras and marked police vehi- professional, Ms. Gail F. Hood. I missed Roll Call vote number 332 regard- cles to have dashboard cameras. It would also Ms. Hood started her Law Enforcement ca- ing the ‘‘Lowey Amendments to H.R. 2740.’’ require the Government Accountability Office reer in 1990 with the Belzoni Police Depart- Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘Yes.’’ to conduct a study on federal police officers’ ment as a Telecommunicator. Ms. Hood later I missed Roll Call vote number 333 regard- training, vehicle pursuits, use of force and became a TAC Officer (Training Agency Coor- ing the ‘‘Empowering Beneficiaries, Ensuring interaction with citizens. dinator) for the Belzoni Police Department. Access, and Strengthening Accountability Act On November 17, 2017, Bijan Ghaisar was Ms. Hood’s responsibilities included: Imple- of 2019, as amended.’’ Had I been present, I fatally shot in his car by uniformed U.S. Park menting policies and procedures, scheduling would have voted ‘‘Yes.’’ Police officers in Fairfax County, Virginia; after of work assignments, preparing for audits, and a vehicle pursuit on the George Washington I missed Roll Call vote number 334 regard- executing telecommunication training. Memorial Parkway. Video of this shooting only In April 2000, Ms. Hood transferred to the ing the ‘‘Grothman Amendment to H.R. 2740.’’ became available through a camera in a Fair- Humphrey’s County Sheriffs Department, as Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘No.’’ fax County Police Department patrol car that Office Administrator. Ms. Hood is responsible I missed Roll Call vote number 335 regard- was providing backup. Had it not been for that for the direction, coordination and overall man- ing the ‘‘Walker Amendment to H.R. 2740.’’ footage, which was recorded and released by agement of the department. Ms. Hood is re- Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘No.’’ that local police department, the public would sponsible for assisting in implementing per- I missed Roll Call vote number 336 regard- not have had access to the circumstances sur- sonnel policies and procedures, scheduling of ing the ‘‘Palmer Amendment to H.R. 2740.’’ rounding Mr. Ghaisar’s death. Moreover, the work assignments and executing the objec- Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘No.’’ footage revealed concerns about the Park Po- tives set by the Executive Officer. As Adminis- I missed Roll Call vote number 337 regard- lice’s pursuit and engagement policies. trator, Ms. Hood additionally has an oppor- ing the ‘‘Arrington Amendment to H.R. 2740.’’ Body-worn and dashboard cameras for fed- tunity to apply and assist in obtaining grant Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘No.’’ eral law enforcement officers are particularly funds for the Sheriffs Department. She also I missed Roll Call vote number 338 regard- important for the officers stationed in the na- assists in other areas of the grant process in- ing the ‘‘Banks Amendment to H.R. 2740.’’ tion’s capital, where Park Police and the uni- cluding initializing, research, following-up com- Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘No.’’ formed division of the U.S. Secret Service munication and reports. Ms. Hood analyzes, have full local police powers. Many other fed- monitors, and prepares weekly and monthly I missed Roll Call vote number 339 regard- eral police also have local police powers near reports; cash journal reports, request for pur- ing the ‘‘Lowey Amendments to H.R. 2740.’’ their respective agency buildings in the District chase orders, inventory receiving clerk, assist- Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘Yes.’’ of Columbia. Cameras can increase trans- ing in budget formulation and modification, I missed Roll Call vote number 340 regard- parency for individual interactions with police, audit preparation and reimbursements. Ms. ing the ‘‘Allen Amendment to H.R. 2740.’’ Had strengthen public trust and even deter future Hood will follow all the guidelines set forth by I been present, I would have voted ‘‘No.’’ criminal behavior. For example, when crimi- the state for the allocation of said funds. I missed Roll Call vote number 341 regard- nals know that they are being recorded by a Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join ing the ‘‘Visclosky Amendments to H.R. 2740.’’ dashboard camera, they may be less likely to me in recognizing Ms. Gail Hood for her dedi- Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘Yes.’’ flee the scene of a traffic accident because

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Body-worn and dash- cian I Kevin Ganssle, Technician I Michael In 2002, I proposed ‘‘An Act relating to the board cameras can also be used to train cur- Baker, Captain Brian Ferguson, Technician I designation of a Juneteenth National Freedom rent and future officers more effectively in best Victor Vega, Technician I Aldo Bonilla, Techni- Day’’ in the Iowa Senate. That bill was en- and worst practices. cian I Michael Chergosky. acted by the Iowa General Assembly and was An increasing number of local law enforce- Madam Speaker, I ask my colleague to join signed into law by then Governor Thomas J. ment officers, including Metropolitan Police me in recognizing the 2019 Prince William Vilsack. The proclamation encouraged all state Department officers in the District, are wearing Chamber of Commerce Valor Award recipients governmental entities, civil organizations, edu- body cameras and using dashboard cameras. of the Prince William County Department of cational institutions to ‘‘observe the day ... (the It is clear that both law enforcement and the Fire and Rescue. The selfless acts of heroism third Saturday in June) in a manner that em- public would benefit from federal officers fol- by this distinguished group of men and women phasizes the meaning and importance of the lowing suit to increase transparency and main- truly merits our highest praise. I thank each Emancipation Proclamation that ended slavery tain public trust. honoree, as well as all Prince William County and to recognize and celebrate the importance I urge my colleagues to support this legisla- Department of Fire and Rescue public safety of [Juneteenth] to every person who cherishes tion. professionals for their dedication and commit- liberty and equality for all people.’’ This his- f ment to the protection of our communities. toric legislation was passed unanimously by RECOGNIZING THE 2019 PRINCE f the Iowa State House and Senate, and the WILLIAM CHAMBER OF COM- signature by Governor Vilsack designated MERCE VALOR AWARD RECIPI- DEPARTMENTS OF LABOR, Iowa as the seventh state to recognize ENTS OF THE PRINCE WILLIAM HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES, Juneteenth as a state holiday. COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF FIRE AND EDUCATION, AND RELATED Madam Speaker, I thank you for allowing AND RESCUE AGENCIES APPROPRIATIONS me to recognize Juneteenth National Freedom ACT, 2020 Day and I hope we, as a Congress, continue to recognize and to acknowledge this impor- HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY SPEECH OF OF VIRGINIA tant piece of American history and the ad- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. STEVE CHABOT vancements we have made since then. Wednesday, June 19, 2019 OF OHIO SSB 3151 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES An Act relating to the designation of a Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker, I rise to Juneteenth National Freedom Day recognize the Prince William County Depart- Thursday, June 13, 2019 ment of Fire and Rescue and its outstanding Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the The House in Committee of the Whole State of Iowa: members who have demonstrated superior House on the state of the Union had under Section 1. New Section. 1C.12 Juneteenth dedication to public safety and are the 2019 consideration the bill (H.R. 2740) making ap- National Freedom Day. propriations for the Departments of Labor, recipients of the prestigious Prince William The governor of this state is hereby au- Health and Human Services, and Education, Chamber of Commerce Merit Award and Val- thorized and requested to issue annually a and related agencies for the fiscal year end- orous Unit Award for their service. The annual proclamation designating the third Saturday ing September 30, 2020, and for other pur- Prince William Chamber of Commerce Valor in June as Juneteenth National Freedom poses: Awards recognize remarkable heroism and Day and to encourage all governmental enti- bravery above and beyond the line of duty ex- Mr. CHABOT. Mr. Chair, I believe that addi- ties, civic organizations, schools, and insti- emplified by our public safety and law enforce- tional Congressional emphasis on demining tutions of higher education in the state to ment professionals. efforts in Nagorno-Karabakh is unnecessary at observe the day in a manner that emphasizes the meaning and importance of the emanci- For the past 33 years, the Prince William this time since demining will be complete next year, according to the Halo Trust. pation proclamation that ended slavery in Chamber of Commerce has paid tribute to our the United States and to recognize and cele- firefighters, police officers, and emergency Moving forward, we all hope that peace be- brate the importance of this day to every personnel for their extraordinary service. tween Azerbaijan and Armenia is on the hori- person who cherishes liberty and equality for These brave men and women put their lives at zon. And it very well may be. In a few weeks, all people. risk on a daily basis to keep our families and senior U.S. negotiators will meet with the For- EXPLANATION eign Ministers of both Azerbaijan and Armenia neighborhoods. safe. For fire and rescue per- This bill authorizes and requests the gov- sonnel, no two days are alike. Always on the to advance the prospect of peace in Nagorno- ernor to issue annually a proclamation des- front lines, the Prince William County Depart- Karabakh under the Minsk Process. As we ignating the third Saturday in June as ment of Fire and Rescue is comprised of three watch this process which is clearly working, Juneteenth National Freedom Day. The sections: community safety, operations, and Congress should let negotiations play out. proclamation is also intended to encourage support systems. Dedicated service members f all governmental entities, civic organiza- of a combination career and volunteer system tions, schools, and institutions of higher RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE education in the state to observe the day in fight fires, provide emergency medical serv- a manner that emphasizes the meaning and ices, perform rescues, and work in our com- OF JUNETEENTH NATIONAL FREEDOM DAY importance of the emancipation proclama- munity to promote fire safety and prevention. tion that ended slavery in the United States The Department of Fire and Rescue was and to recognize and celebrate the impor- founded in 1966, when just about 50,000 peo- HON. STEVE KING tance of this day to every person who cher- ple lived in Prince William County. Through OF IOWA ishes liberty and equality for all people. the years, the Department has had to continu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SF 2273 ously adapt as the population rapidly ex- Wednesday, June 19, 2019 (Successor to SSB 3151) panded to over 430,000 people. Yet, our Fire Passed Senate, Date 2/28/02; Passed House, and Rescue department continues to provide Mr. KING of Iowa. Madam Speaker, today, Date 3/21/02. high quality and efficient firefighting and emer- I rise to recognize, June 19th, 2019 as Vote: Ayes 47 Nays 0; Vote: Ayes 95 Nays 0. gency medical services to our community. Juneteenth National Freedom Day. Approved April 11, 2002. They provide around the clock services from Juneteenth, or the ‘‘19th of June’’, recognizes An Act relating to the designation of a 22 fire stations in a county spanning 348 the day, in 1865, in Galveston, Texas, when Juneteenth National Freedom Day. Union Army Major General Gordon Granger square miles. Be it enacted by the General Assembly of the In recognition of their acts of valor, it is my announced freedom for all slaves in Texas. State of Iowa: honor to include in the Record the following Major General Granger’s arrival in Gal- Section 1. New Section. 1C.12 Juneteenth names of the Prince William County Depart- veston occurred more than two years after the National Freedom Day. ment of Fire and Rescue public safety per- Emancipation Proclamation was signed and The governor of this state is hereby au- sonnel: enforced by President Lincoln. Upon the thorized and requested to issue annually a

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During changed over time, but the Meyer Family’s ties, civic organizations, schools, and insti- tutions of higher education in the state to Operation Iraqi Freedmon (2004) LTC Jackson pride in their work remains strong. observe the day in a manner that emphasizes served as the C4 Sustainment Battle Captain The Calumet County Dairy Promotion Com- the meaning and importance of the emanci- and Coalition Acquisition Review Board mittee organizes Sundae on the Farm by re- pation proclamation that ended slavery in (CARB and Super CARB) secretary. His next cruiting host farms, sponsors, and volunteers the United States and to recognize and cele- successive assignments included Company to support this terrific event. To continue the brate the importance of this day to every Commander (1/185th Aviation Battalion, E promotion of agriculture throughout the year, person who cherishes liberty and equality for Company, Jackson, MS—2006–2008), S–3 the Committee provides educational opportuni- all people. Operations Officer (8/108th Transportation ties to communities across Calumet County. EXPLANATION Battalion, Jackson, MS—2008–2012), Execu- Madam Speaker, I urge all members of this This bill authorizes and requests the gov- tive Officer (8/108th Transportation Battalion, body to join me in commending the efforts of ernor to issue annually a proclamation des- Jackson, MS—2012–2014 ), and Materiel the Sundae on the Farm to educate the com- ignating the third Saturday in June as Readiness Branch Chief (377th Theater munity through this time-honored tradition. Juneteenth National Freedom Day. The proclamation is also intended to encourage Sustainment Command, Belle Chasse, LA— Thank you to the Meyers, the Calumet County all governmental entities, civic organiza- 2014–2016). Dairy Promotion Committee, and the countless tions, schools, and institutions of higher LTC Jackson currently serves as the Bat- sponsors and volunteers for their continued education in the state to observe the day in talion Commander of the 5th Logistic Civil support of Wisconsin’s dairy industry. a manner that emphasizes the meaning and Augmentation Program (LOGCAP) Support f importance of the emancipation proclama- Battalion, located in Sheffield, AL. tion that ended slavery in the United States LTC Jackson’s awards and commendations RECOGNIZING THE PRINCE WIL- and to recognize and celebrate the impor- include the Meritorious Service Medal, Army LIAM COUNTY POLICE DEPART- tance of this day to every person who cher- MENT 2019 PRINCE WILLIAM ishes liberty and equality for all people. Commendation Medal, NATO Medal, Afghani- stan Campaign Medal, Army Achievenment CHAMBER OF COMMERCE VALOR MARY E. KRAMER, AWARD RECIPIENTS President of the Senate. Medal, Army Reserve Component Achieve- BRENT SIEGRIST, ment Medal, National Defense Service Medal, Speaker of the House. Global War On Terrorism Expeditionary HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY I hereby certify that this bill originated in Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Army OF VIRGINIA the Senate and is know as Senate File 2273, Service Ribbon, Meritorious Unit Commenda- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Seventy-ninth General Assembly. tion, Overseas Service Ribbon, Humanitarian MICHAEL E. MARSHALL, Wednesday, June 19, 2019 Service Medal, Armed Forces Reserve Medal, Secretary of the Senate. Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker, I rise to Approved 4/11, 2002. Mississippi Emergency Service Medal and the commend the Prince William County Police THOMAS J. VILSACK, Mississippi Longevity Medal. Governor. In his civilian capacity, LTC Jackson serves Department and its outstanding members who have demonstrated superior dedication to en- f as a school administrator for the Holmes County School District Central High School, lo- suring the safety of their colleagues and mem- HONORING GEORGE TORRIE cated in Lexington, MS, and holds the rank of bers of the community and their designation JACKSON, JR. Lieutenant with the Hinds County Sheriffs Of- as 2019 Prince William Chamber of Com- fice—Reserve Division in Jackson, MS. LTC merce Valor Award recipients. The annual HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON Jackson, his wife, Dr. Debra Mays-Jackson, Valor Awards ceremony recognizes the re- OF MISSISSIPPI and two sons, Cameron and Kendall, currently markable heroism and bravery above and be- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES live in Terry, MS. yond the line of duty exemplified by our public safety and law enforcement professionals. For Wednesday, June 19, 2019 Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing the late Lieutenant Colonel the past 33 years, the Prince William Chamber Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam George Torrie Jackson, Jr. of Commerce has paid tribute to police offi- Speaker, I rise today to honor a remarkable f cers, firefighters, and emergency personnel for public servant, Lieutenant Colonel George their extraordinary service. Torrie Jackson, Jr. who is a native of Jackson, IN RECOGNITION OF THE TRADI- Our public safety and law enforcement MS. TION OF SUNDAE ON THE FARM workforces put their lives at risk on a daily LTC Jackson holds a bachelor’s degree in IN CALUMENT COUNTY basis to keep our families and neighborhoods Political Science and master’s degree in Edu- safe. In recognition of acts of valor, we award cation Administration, both from Jackson State HON. MIKE GALLAGHER the following honorees for their demonstrated University. LTC Jackson is a 30-year member OF WISCONSIN extraordinary dedication and outstanding per- of the U.S. Army Reserve/Mississippi Army IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES formance under unusually difficult or dan- National Guard and veteran of Operation Iraq gerous circumstances. It is my honor to in- Freedom. He began his military career as a Wednesday, June 19, 2019 clude in the RECORD the following names of Petroleum Laboratory Specialist (E–3) (894th Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, I rise the Prince William County Police Department Quartermaster Company, Jackson, MS— today to recognize the tradition of Sundae on law enforcement professionals: 1988–1992), then as a Finance Specialist (E– the Farm in Calumet County hosted this year Investigative Merit Award: Officer Ronald 4) (210th Finance Battalion, Jackson, MS— by Jenlar Holsteins and Brown Swiss in Carpio, Detective Lourdes Cainas, Crime 1992–1996). LTC Jackson was commissioned Chilton. Scene Analyst Rebekah Kushner, Crime through the Mississippi Military Academy Sundae on the Farm is an iconic Calumet Scene Specialist Shreya Kamath, Rose (Class 38), Camp Shelby, MS in 1996. As a County tradition that provides the community Hellmann, Detective Katherine Zaimis, Detec- commissioned officer, LTC Jackson has held an opportunity to see first-hand how a dairy tive Jonathan Kennedy, Detective Donald many duty assignments to include positions as farm operates and learn about the significant DeShazo. a Subsistence Officer, (114th Area Support role the dairy industry plays in Wisconsin’s Gold Medal for Valor: Officer John Yenchak, Group, Hattiesburg, MS—1996–1997), Platoon economy. Community members meet dairy Officer Franco Martinez, Officer Rachel Leader (3656th Maintenance Company, Camp farmers, explore the barns and equipment, Mynier, Officer Matthew Takats, Officer Evan Shelby, MS—1997–1998), Detachment Com- and enjoy delicious cheese and ice cream. Jurgensen, Officer Taylor Calton, Officer Ben- mander (3656th Maintenance Company, DET I am grateful to Jenlar Holsteins and Brown jamin Infanti, Officer Wade Dickinson, Officer 1, Waynesboro, MS—1998–2000), Mainte- Swiss for hosting the 2019 Calumet County Travis Hardman, First Sergeant Daniel nance Control Officer/Executive Officer Sundae on the Farm. Andy and Joan Meyer Crawford, Officer Kevin Vasquez, Sergeant (3656th Maintenance Company, Camp Shelby, started their farm in 1970 with one calf. Today, David Bliss. MS—2000–2001), Detachment Commander/ three generations of the Meyer Family farms Silver Medal for Valor: Officer Joshua Executive Officer (3656th Maintenance Com- and milks over 120 cows. The Meyers continu- Myers, Officer Christopher Hume, Officer Jon- pany, DET 2, Gloster, MS—2001–2002), S–1 ously strive to improve their farm, utilizing in- athan Seals, Investigator Robert Drumm, Offi- Personnel Officer (298th Maintenance Bat- novative practices like sand bedding and a cer Brian Kimble.

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TLG Subcommittee on Communications, Tech- Investigative Merit Award: Detective Nathan members monitor recruitment, assignments, nology, Innovation, and the Internet To hold hearings to examine the use of Thomas, Detective Robyn Hyatt, Detective employment practices, training and other mat- persuasive technology on internet plat- Victor Cordero, Detective Josh Lane, Crime ters of vital interest to minorities at the State forms, focusing on optimizing for en- Analyst Jacquelin Graham, Crime Analyst Department and USAID. gagement. Dawn Locke-Trillhaase. In addition, TLG works to improve the ca- SH–216 Merit Award for Valor: Officer Sean A. Rich- reer development and networking opportuni- Committee on Energy and Natural Re- ards. ties among their members. The organization is sources Hillary Robinette Award: Officer Darrick Dil- committed to mentoring entry-level and mid- To hold hearings to examine the imple- lon, Detective Joshua Lane, Detective Jeremy level officers in an effort to prepare them to mentation of the Land and Water Con- Booth, Detective Simon Chu, Detective Alicia become the future leaders in international af- servation Fund program. SD–366 Larkins, Detective Kevin Morin, Detective Mat- fairs. 2:15 p.m. thew Newton, Detective Walter O’Neal, Detec- What is most impressive is their commit- Committee on Foreign Relations tive Daniel Sekely, Detective Wayne Smith, ment to giving back. The organization spon- Business meeting to consider S. 727, to Detective Nicholas Waymire, Detective Robert sors two paid summer internships at the De- combat international extremism by ad- White, Sergeant Ryan Pavol, First Sergeant partment of State. TLG also established the dressing global fragility and violence Kenneth Hulsey, Special Victims Bureau—De- Terence A. Todman Book scholarship (named and stabilizing conflict-affected areas, tective Helga Thorsdottir. after the first African American to be named S. 1102, to promote security and energy Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join Career Ambassador, the highest rank among partnerships in the Eastern Mediterra- me in recognizing the 2019 Prince William nean, S. 1309, to identify and combat the diplomatic corps) for students at eight His- corruption in countries, to establish a Chamber of Commerce Valor Award recipients torically Black Colleges and Universities. tiered system of countries with respect of the Prince William County Police Depart- With the Thursday Luncheon Group’s strong to levels of corruption by their govern- ment. The selfless acts of heroism by this dis- commitment to diversity and excellence in ments and their efforts to combat such tinguished group of men and women merits international affairs, TLG has set the standard corruption, and to assess United States our highest praise. I thank each honoree, as for all other affinity to follow. I congratulate the assistance to designated countries in well as all Prince William County Police De- members of the Thursday Luncheon Group for order to advance anti-corruption ef- partment law enforcement professionals, for forty-five years of service to our country. Our forts in those countries and better their dedication and commitment to the protec- serve United States taxpayers, S. Res. country is better because of your service. 34, expressing the sense of the Senate tion of our communities. that the Governments of Burma and f f Bangladesh ensure the safe, dignified, voluntary, and sustainable return of IN RECOGNITION OF THE 45TH AN- SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS the Rohingya refugees who have been NIVERSARY OF THE THURSDAY displaced by the campaign of ethnic LUNCHEON GROUP Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, cleansing conducted by the Burmese agreed to by the Senate of February 4, military and to immediately release HON. GREGORY W. MEEKS 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- unjustly imprisoned journalists, Wa Lone and Kyaw Soe Oo, S. Res. 198, OF NEW YORK tem for a computerized schedule of all meetings and hearings of Senate com- condemning Brunei’s dramatic human IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rights backsliding, S. Res. 206, marking mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- Wednesday, June 19, 2019 the 70th anniversary of the four Geneva tees, and committees of conference. Conventions of 1949, expressing concern Mr. MEEKS. Madam Speaker, I rise today This title requires all such committees about significant violations of inter- to honor the Thursday Luncheon Group, an to notify the Office of the Senate Daily national humanitarian law on contem- organization that serves as an effective plat- Digest—designated by the Rules Com- porary battlefields, and encouraging form to help African-Americans play an equi- mittee—of the time, place and purpose United States leadership in ensuring table role in the formulation, articulation, and of the meetings, when scheduled and greater respect for international hu- implementation of U.S. foreign policy. any cancellations or changes in the manitarian law in current conflicts, When I travel the world, I witness firsthand particularly with its security partners, meetings as they occur. S. Con. Res. 10, recognizing that Chi- the importance of having an inclusive diplo- As an additional procedure along nese telecommunications companies matic corps reflecting the American people’s with the computerization of this infor- such as Huawei and ZTE pose serious rich cultural tapestry. As the U.S. Department mation, the Office of the Senate Daily threats to the national security of the of State’s oldest Employee Affinity Group, TLG Digest will prepare this information for United States and its allies, the Pro- has been instrumental in leading the charge to printing in the Extensions of Remarks tocol Amending the Convention be- promote diversity within the State Department section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD tween the United States of America and the U.S. Agency for International Develop- on Monday and Wednesday of each and the Kingdom of Spain for the ment. Avoidance of Double Taxation and the week. Prevention of Fiscal Evasion with Re- In 1973, two senior USIA Officers, William Meetings scheduled for Thursday, spect to Taxes on Income and its Pro- B. Davis and Roburt A. Dumas, urged their June 20, 2019 may be found in the Daily tocol, signed at Madrid on February 22, friends at USIA, the State Department, and Digest of today’s RECORD. 1990 (Treaty Doc.113–04), protocol USAID to consider what could be done to en- Amending the Convention between the courage a significant role for African-Ameri- MEETINGS SCHEDULED United States of America and the cans in foreign affairs. These foundering mem- Swiss Confederation for the Avoidance JUNE 25 bers began meeting regularly on the first of Double Taxation with Respect to Thursday of every month to discuss issues af- 9:45 a.m. Taxes on Income, signed at Washington Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and on October 2, 1996, signed on September fecting the careers of African American For- Forestry 23, 2009, at Washington, as corrected by eign Service and Civil Service personnel and To hold hearings to examine the state of an exchange of notes effected Novem- to create space for open exchanges with the derivatives market and perspec- ber 16, 2010 and a related agreement ef- guest speakers. This group of trailblazers un- tives for Commodity Futures Trading fected by an exchange of notes on Sep- derstood then, as we fully appreciate now, the Commission reauthorization. tember 23, 2009 (Treaty Doc.112–01), the struggle for representation is often long but SR–328A Protocol Amending the Convention be- begins with a dedicated few. 10 a.m. tween the Government of the United Nearly five decades later, the Thursday Committee on Banking, Housing, and States of America and the Government Urban Affairs of Japan for the Avoidance of Double Luncheon Group has over 500 members, in- To hold hearings to examine whether Taxation and the Prevention of Fiscal cluding retired and current Department of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac should be Evasion with respect to Taxes on In- State and USAID employees, and dedicated designated as systematically impor- come and a related agreement entered members from five other federal agencies. tant financial institutions. into by an exchange of notes (together Their members have taken prominent roles in SD–538 the ‘‘proposed Protocol’’), both signed

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