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A TRIBUTE TO HONOR THE LIFE for all the good he did in a life of purpose and this bill have the potential to impede legitimate OF JOSEPH ANTHONY STEWART accomplishment. patent holders from enforcing their rights and f expose nonprofit organizations and research universities to unnecessary risk. HON. JOHN A. BOEHNER INNOVATION ACT OF OHIO First, the fee-shifting provisions make it sig- nificantly less likely that an individual inventor IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SPEECH OF or a small business would be able to assert a Thursday, December 12, 2013 HON. SUZANNE BONAMICI legitimate patent against an infringer. Patent Mr. BOEHNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today OF OREGON suits are expensive, and in our American sys- with my colleague from California, Ms. ESHOO, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tem parties are responsible for their own to honor the memory of Joseph A. Stewart, Thursday, December 12, 2013 costs. In recognition of this, attorneys often who passed away on December 6, 2013, after take cases on a contingency fee basis and get a full and enriching life looking out for others. The House in Committee of the Whole paid a portion of the recovery only if they win. House on the state of the Union had under Joseph was born on January 20, 1941, in If plaintiffs and their attorneys now have to Newark, New Jersey. He attended Seton Hall consideration the bill (H.R. 3309) to amend title 35, United States Code, and the Leahy- factor in the risk that they may need to pay University, earning a degree in classical lan- Smith America Invents Act to make im- not only their own costs and fees but also the guages. He received his MA and PhD in provements and technical corrections, and costs and fees of the other party, they will be human relations and social policy planning for other purposes: much less likely to assert legitimate enforce- from New York University. Ms. BONAMICI. Mr. Chairman, I rise today ment claims. This provision is purported to His concern for the sick spurred a prolific to express my support for the Innovation Act, stop frivolous lawsuits, but it does more than career in health care that spanned more than H.R. 3309, but also to note my concerns that—it equates a loss with a lack of merit. 40 years, taking him everywhere from large about provisions of the bill that could under- There are many reasons why a party may academic medical centers to community non- mine patent holders or make it more difficult have a genuine dispute regarding law and fact profit hospitals. for them to assert their rights. I hope a con- and still lose the case; that does not mean The first administrator of Cooperative Care ference committee or the Senate will address that the case was frivolous. This bill creates a at New York University Medical Center, Jo- and resolve these issues before the bill presumption of fee shifting, limits judicial dis- seph went on to hold academic appointments reaches the President’s desk. cretion, and sets litigation reform on the wrong at Carnegie Mellon University and the Univer- Patent litigation reform is important and nec- path. sity of Southern California. essary. Over the last few decades we have Second, the joinder provisions in the Inno- Joseph was also actively involved in his seen the rise of entities that are created to vation Act could allow nonprofit organizations local parish, where he mentored new min- make profits by extracting payments from and research universities to be forcibly joined isters. small businesses through the assertion of into a case against a downstream user. The Monsignor Scott Daugherty of St. Anne and vague allegations of patent infringement. purpose of the joinder provision is laudable— Holy Cross Catholic Church in Porterville, Cali- These so-called ‘‘patent trolls,’’ also known as to ensure that a troll that loses a patent case fornia, said Joseph ‘‘was a great man, greatly ‘‘patent assertion entities’’ (PAEs) buy patents cannot hide behind shell companies or other respected by many.’’ Similarly, Deacon Jim Deiterle said, ‘‘He on products they didn’t invent and don’t manu- complicated corporate structures to avoid pay- was a great man and had a great outlook on facture and then threaten and sue innovators ing a judgment. In such a case it would allow life. . . . He was so committed, so enthused who are actually contributing to our economy the prevailing party to join another entity that with what he was talking about.’’ and creating jobs. has an economic interest in the patent. But Porterville Unified School District Super- This scheme preys on the unwillingness or the provision is overbroad. Nonprofit organiza- intendent John Snavely said of Joseph, ‘‘What inability of small businesses to fight expensive tions and research universities often spend a I admired about him is how quickly and how lawsuits in court. PAEs know they can simply great deal of time and effort on research and completely he embraced the community.’’ send a demand letter including a threat to sue, development; as a result, they frequently hold Indeed, Joseph Stewart was a man who and regardless of the validity of the claim, a patents and license them for commercial use. shared and spread every one of his pas- small business more often than not will pay Under this bill, a research university like Or- sions—be it faith, education, or health care. the PAE to make the lawsuit or potential law- egon State or Portland State could be joined He didn’t just do a kindness for someone; he suit go away. Often there is no examination of in a lawsuit and forced to pay the judgment of connected with them. He moved people. the validity of the patent or the claim. In fact, a losing party if that party can’t or won’t pay. Joseph will be remembered as a friend, an in many cases, the business never knows who That isn’t fair and it could potentially nullify educator, a mentor, and a leader. He will also is threatening or the nature of the alleged in- state law. This provision must be narrowed be remembered as a brother to Michael, and fringement. By some estimates this practice is before it goes to the President’s desk. a father to David, Brian, Charles, and Cath- costing American companies $29 billion each Finally, there are a handful of amendments erine. year. Something needs to be done. that would make this bill stronger and I regret David serves as Policy Director in the Office This bill takes important steps to protect the that the House has not adopted them. The of the Speaker, and has been a trusted advi- rights of entrepreneurs and small businesses if automatic stay provisions would be stronger if sor of mine for the last five years. Charles litigation is filed or threatened. The Innovation limited to small businesses only, as the Jack- worked for the Senate Commerce Committee Act introduces a heightened pleading standard son-Lee amendment would do. Likewise, the before assuming his current position as Com- that requires patent holders to identify specifi- Watt amendment would mitigate some of the munications Director for Ms. Eshoo nearly two cally the patent claims they are asserting and concerns with the fee-shifting provisions by al- years ago. the product or process they allege infringes lowing judges to consider whether a prevailing Both of these gentlemen are held in high re- upon it. They also must identify those who party acted in bad faith or unnecessarily de- gard by colleagues and members of this body. have financial interests in the asserted patent. layed the proceedings when making a fee Their outstanding service to this institution Importantly, the bill also limits expensive dis- award. And the Conyers-Watt substitute makes clear that Joseph’s legacy is in the covery before the court determines the scope amendment represents a far better path over- best of hands. of a disputed patent claim. And where the all for reducing patent troll litigation without ad- To David and Charles, and to all their loved claim is against an end user of the technology, vancing reforms hostile to legitimate plaintiffs. ones, we offer our prayers and those of the the bill would stay those proceedings in most Mr. Chairman, patent trolls are a problem entire House of Representatives. instances where there is an ongoing action for small businesses and tech startups in my Let us also offer our deep appreciation for against the customer’s supplier. I am quite district and across the country. Their business the service of Joseph Anthony Stewart, and concerned, however, that other provisions of model is to sue the job creators and

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THOMPSON Thursday, December 12, 2013 HON. ALLYSON Y. SCHWARTZ OF MISSISSIPPI OF PENNSYLVANIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. BACHUS. Mr. Speaker, on the occasion IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of her retirement, I would like to commend the Thursday, December 12, 2013 Thursday, December 12, 2013 recognition of the House to an individual who Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- has had an immeasurable influence on the Ms. SCHWARTZ. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall er, I rise today to honor Collins Funeral Home, lives of young people in the Sixth District and No. 630, I was unable to be present for H.R. Inc. in Jackson, Mississippi. This is the funeral the State of Alabama, Donna Griffin Williams. 3521. Had I been present, I would have voted service business for African-Americans which One of my longest-serving staff members, ‘‘yes’’. began in the 1880’s. The business was Lyman Donna has devoted a large part of her working f and Harvey Undertakers at the corner of Pearl and volunteer life to creating opportunities to PERSONAL EXPLANATION and Farish Streets. Lyman came from Vicks- help young people achieve their dreams and burg, Mississippi where he had also started a to highlighting the many positive things that funeral home. He and Jack Harvey sold their our students are doing in their schools and HON. RICHARD B. NUGENT business to G. F. Frazier who operated from communities. OF FLORIDA 406 North Farish Street beginning in 1903. Donna’s role as the Special Projects Coordi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Records from this year forward are maintained nator in my district office has touched the lives Thursday, December 12, 2013 by Collins Funeral Home. of countless young people. Mr. NUGENT. Mr. Speaker, due to inclem- In the late 1880’s, Malachi Collins and E.W. As a congressman, some of my proudest ent weather on December 10th, my flight was Hall established a funeral service business, moments have come when I have met with cancelled and I was unable to vote on H.R. Hall and Collins Funeral Home was in Hatties- young people who feel called to defend free- 3521 Dept. of VA Major Medical Facility Lease burg, Mississippi. This was the first funeral dom and serve our country in the U.S. military. and H.R. 1402 VA Expiring Authorities Exten- home owned by African-Americans to service That is why a function of my office that I have sion. Had I been able to be present, I would the African-American population. always taken most seriously is the nomination have voted for both pieces of legislation. I ap- In 1924, as G. F. Frazier prepared to move of students to attend a Service Academy. plaud the passage of these resolutions which from Jackson to Cleveland, Ohio, he sold his Donna has expertly coordinated this process will positively benefit our nation’s veterans. business to Malachi Collins and his wife Mary for me, and over the years it has been a privi- A. Collins. For many years, although owned lege and an honor to have been of help to so f exclusively by Mr. and Mrs. Collins, the com- many outstanding young people with high TRIBUTE TO JAMES ‘‘SHACK’’ HAR- pany was known as Frazier and Collins Fu- character and an abiding love for America. RIS, A BARRIER-BREAKING PIO- neral Home. The Collins Burial Insurance Donna has also served as our local orga- NEER IN THE NATIONAL FOOT- Company was established in 1925. nizer for the annual Congressional Art Com- BALL LEAGUE In April, 1939, Mr. and Mrs. Collins moved petition, which provides students with the op- the business from 406 North Farish across the portunity to have their original artwork dis- HON. CEDRIC L. RICHMOND street to 415 North Farish Street, its present played at the U.S. Capitol. This competition at- OF LOUSIANA location. Mr. Collins died later that year, and tracts entries from schools across the Sixth IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mrs. Collins, along with a dedicated staff con- District and is a public showcase for the posi- tinued to operate the business. tive accomplishments of our students. Thursday, December 12, 2013 Clarie Collins Harvey, the only child of Mary Donna has also been a principal organizer Mr. RICHMOND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today and Malachi Collins, joined her mother in man- of a program that brings great joy to my wife along with my fellow colleagues Rep. JIM CLY- agement of the business in 1950. The Frazier Linda and I during each Christmas season, BURN (SC–06), Rep. KAREN BASS (CA–37), name was dropped and the business became the Holiday Card Call for Art. This program, Rep. CORRINE BROWN (FL–05), Rep. JOHN known as Collins Funeral Home, Inc. Mary A. run in cooperation with the University of Ala- CONYERS (MI–13), Rep. ELIJAH CUMMINGS Collins remained president and CEO until her bama at Birmingham, invites students with vis- (MD–07), Rep. CHRIS COLLINS (NY–27), Rep. death in 1970 when her daughter assumed ual impairments to submit artwork for our an- SUSAN DAVIS (CA–53), Rep. BRIAN HIGGINS these responsibilities. nual Christmas card. The breadth of the cre- (NY–26), Rep. JOHN LEWIS (GA–05), Rep. Since Clarie C. Harvey had no children or ativity is inspiring and Donna has always VANCE MCALLISTER (LA–05), Rep. GARY siblings, she developed a close relationship worked to encourage an excellent level of par- PETERS (MI–14), and Rep. JON RUNYAN (NJ– with some of her many cousins. Two of them ticipation by students and their schools. 03) to pay tribute to James ‘‘Shack’’ Harris, in joined her in the business: Ralph E. Collins in Donna’s concern for young people has ex- this year marking the fiftieth anniversary of the 1963, and his sister, Annette Collins Rollins in tended beyond work to her civic and volunteer March on Washington. Like such pioneers as 1973. They have owned and operated the Col- activities. She has provided service as Presi- Paul Robeson, Joe Louis, and Jackie Robin- lins Funeral Home and Insurance Companies dent of the Alabama PTA Board of Directors, son, James Harris applied his brilliant talent since Mrs. Harvey’s death in 1995. a National PTA Board Director, a member of and steadfast determination as an athlete to Collins Insurance Company was formed to the Mayor’s Education Committee, past presi- advance the cause of racial equality in Amer- offer burial insurance to people of color in the dent of the Vestavia Hills City School Founda- ica. community at a time when standard life insur- tion, and member of the A+ Foundation Board. James Harris was born and raised in Mon- ance was not available. Mrs. Harvey took this Donna’s many other community contributions roe, Louisiana, during some of the harshest service a step further by offering to Collins’ include her service on the Board of the Amer- years of segregation when a policy of ‘‘mas- patrons a funeral service for these limited ican Village Citizenship Trust, VIP for United sive resistance’’ against court rulings and fed- amounts. In an effort to meet the needs of our Cerebral Palsy, and her involvement with eral laws denied equal rights for Black citi- changing society, Collins now offers life insur- Leadership Vestavia Hills and Leadership Ala- zens. Racial inequality pervaded football fields ance in face amounts up to $5,000 and has bama. as much as buses, hotels and lunch counters continued the burial insurance allowing pa- Donna would be the first to say that she has in the South. trons the opportunity to upgrade. Prearrange- been blessed with a supportive and loving But the Reverend Nashall Harris, James’ fa- ments are also available for those who want to family which includes her husband of 46 ther, gave his son an appropriate nickname: assure that their needs are met and to lighten years, George, three grown children, and five ‘‘Shack,’’ after the Old Testament’s Meshach, the burden on loved ones. grandchildren with a sixth soon on the way. one of the three ancient Jews who refused the

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BARBARA LEE pride that I recognize Mr. Nishioki today for his been allowed to play for more than a handful OF CALIFORNIA many contributions to not only my Congres- of snaps. In setting this goal, Harris chal- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sional office, but the entirety of the San Joa- lenged bigotry, stereotypes and the status Thursday, December 12, 2013 quin Valley. He is truly a son of the Valley, quo. At the time, it was taken as fact in both and the place we both call home is better for Ms. LEE of California. Mr. Speaker, I was college and pro football that Black athletes did his many years of service. It has truly been an not present for rollcall votes 630–636. Had I not possess the necessary intelligence, lead- honor to work with him over the years and I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on ership, and character to play quarterback. wish him the best of luck in his next adven- rollcall 630, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 631, ‘‘no’’ on roll- Shack shattered the vile myth. ture. call 632, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 633, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall Inspired by the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, 634, ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall 635, and ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall f Jr.’s ‘‘I Have A Dream’’ speech, Harris per- 636. sisted in pursuing his own dream. After a IN HONOR OF THE 15TH ANNUAL record-setting career at Carroll High School in f MONTEREY COWBOY POETRY Monroe, he went to Grambling State Univer- RECOGNIZING SCOTT NISHIOKI AND MUSIC FESTIVAL sity and was coached by the legendary Eddie Robinson. Coach Robinson shared James HON. JIM COSTA HON. SAM FARR OF CALIFORNIA Harris’s goal of breaking the color barrier at OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES quarterback in the NFL. And Robinson had re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cruited him for that very reason. Thursday, December 12, 2013 James Harris had an illustrious career at Thursday, December 12, 2013 Grambling. He led the Tigers to three con- Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- ference titles, set numerous passing records, pay tribute to Scott Nishioki, who has served ognize the 15th Annual Monterey Cowboy Po- was selected MVP of the 1967 Orange Blos- as a valued member of my staff for the past etry and Music Festival. The Monterey Cow- som Classic, and was chosen the nation’s out- nine years. Scott joined my staff during the boy Poetry and Music Festival is a non-profit standing player in 1968 by the Washington beginning of my first term in Congress, and he organization composed of a group of volun- Pigskin Club. Despite these achievements, he has made a real difference. This month, Scott teers who love cowboy poetry, western music, was not invited to any post-season all-star will be leaving my staff to find other ways to cowboy movies and western art and gear. The games and he was not selected in the NFL serve our nation beyond the walls of Con- volunteers work tirelessly to bring us the, draft until the eighth round. gress. Scott’s years of service to the people of ‘‘Cowboy Way of Life’’ and its most talented James Harris did not give up. He would not Central California, spanning from Kern County musicians, poets and artisans to our region. I be forced into changing positions to receiver to Merced County, deserve to be commended. have a short poem by Monterey County resi- or defensive back, as had so many promising A Sanger native, Scott grew up in the heart dent, Wendy Brichnan, to read which captures African Americans before him. He was deter- of the San Joaquin Valley and graduated from the essence of this award-winning event. mined to play quarterback. Every night during Sanger High School before becoming a Bull- A GLANCE AT THE MONTEREY COWBOY POETRY training camp as a rookie, he called Eddie dog at California State University, Fresno. He & MUSIC FESTIVAL Robinson for advice and moral support. earned his Bachelor’s degree in 1976, and From the Land of the proud California He ultimately won the starting job, and shortly thereafter began to pursue a career in Vaqueros opened the 1969 NFL season as the Buffalo set in beautiful Monterey, the first capital of public service that led him from California to California Bills’ starting quarterback. It was the first of Washington, DC. a modest festival has, for the past 15 years, many ‘‘firsts’’ in his career. During three piv- In his 31 years in Washington, Scott has celebrated the legendary Cowboy Way. otal years with the Los Angeles Rams in the done it all. As an aide to Congressman Rick Through cowboy poetry, through cowboy mid-1970s, James Harris led the team twice to Lehman (D-Fresno), Scott wrote the Truth in songs, the NFC title game, led the conference twice Savings Act, legislation that protects con- through cowboy crafts and artifacts of the in passing efficiency, was chosen MVP of the sumers and encourages healthy financial sav- past, Pro Bowl, and was voted captain by his team- ings. Following his service with Congressman the Monterey Cowboy Poetry & Music Fes- mates. Lehman, Scott held a number of important po- tival From 1969 through 1977, Harris was vir- sitions within the telecommunications industry, has shared important values that all should tually the only African American quarterback to the U.S. Department of Commerce, and the recall. be a starter. He endured hate mail and death American Bankers Association. As a result of Honesty, Integrity, Friendship and Loyalty threats. He also bore the hopes of an entire his years of service, Scott understands and Courage, Hard Work, and Dedication. Collaboration, Teamwork, and Honor. people. As Eddie Robinson had once told him: appreciates the inner workings of this city bet- The Cowboy Code of Ethics is one to admire. ‘‘You have to make it. Otherwise, people will ter than anyone else. Founded by former Monterey police chief, say you sent us your best and he wasn’t good Scott’s true value is his ability to focus on Gary Brown enough.’’ what really matters. Spending a lifetime in DC this special Cowboy Festival has shared By being much more than good enough, can sometimes leave you blinded by partisan- highlights James Harris opened the door of opportunity ship, ambition, or money, but Scott has never of the Western Heritage that Monterey for African American quarterbacks to follow, forgotten why he left his home and moved to County from Doug Williams and Warren Moon to Rus- Washington in the first place. He moved here residents remember with pride. sell Wilson and Robert Griffin III. to solve problems and make a difference for Mike Beck, Monterey native musician and But Harris’ legacy did not end when he the people of the San Joaquin Valley and the horse trainer walked off the playing field. He went on to be- nation. And, that is exactly what he has done. and visiting Western singers such as come a prominent NFL executive for the New In addition to his legislative achievements, Juni Fisher, Dave Stamey, Don Edwards York Jets, Baltimore Ravens, Jacksonville Scott made a difference by mentoring every and others charm all ages with their prow- ess. Jaguars, and currently the Detroit Lions. As member of my staff and several others both such, Harris has helped to pave the way for on and off Capitol Hill. For years, Scott has Their clever and moving songs celebrating the other African American coaches and general calmly helped my staff navigate personal and spirit of the cowboy and cowgirls— managers whose success demonstrates the professional pressures. Together our staff has through hundreds of years, and thousands of power and promise of diversity and inclusion. achieved a great deal both as members of miles, So it is an honor to recognize and applaud Team Costa and in their professional lives and spark our imagination and pride. the accomplishments of James Harris. Dr. after their service in my office. They bring the world of the cowboy alive King once called himself a ‘‘drum major for Michael Doyle, reporter in the Washington with imagery that tugs at our hearts and freedom.’’ We might call James Harris, the bureau of McClatchy newspapers, may have minds

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Amazing cowboy poets such as Paul LUTE AMERICA’S HEROES Zarzyski, Mr. Speaker, I congratulate the Monterey Diane Tribitt and Jim and Karen Ross County Poetry and Music Festival on their reach us deep inside with their HON. TULSI GABBARD 15th anniversary. The Monterey County Poetry OF HAWAII talented and humorous views of life. We and Music Festival always bring the finest see through their eyes, their minds, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their souls. western entertainment; cowboy poets, western music entertainers, fine cowboy art and gear Thursday, December 12, 2013 Young poets and buckaroos come to the Fes- Ms. GABBARD. Mr. Speaker, as President tival to Monterey, the first capitol of Old California. and share their respect for cowboy lore, I give a sweeping ‘‘Hats Off’’ on their 15th an- Calvin Coolidge said, ‘‘A nation that that for- and adults step forward and recite niversary and wish them many more years of gets its defenders will soon be forgotten.’’ I their own memorable poems for all. success. rise today to recognize the contributions of It wasn’t that long ago that renowned The Coalition to Salute America’s Heroes, a f artist Jo Mora walked in Monterey group that recently invited me to participate in and lived with the cowboys and Native HONORING IVER DELL ADAMS an event honoring the sacrifice and the serv- Americans ice of our servicemembers. There, I had the throughout the land. privilege of meeting Corporal Donny In his tradition, the Monterey Cowboy Fes- HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON Daughenbaugh, a Coalition spokesman who tival OF MISSISSIPPI was severely injured during routine patrol in looks to other multi-talented Western art- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Iraq, as well as Sergeant Mary Herrera, U.S. ists Marine Corps (Ret.), and Sergeant Jorge like Jack Swanson, Joelle Smith and many, Thursday, December 12, 2013 DeLeon, U.S. Army (Ret.). Herrera and many others Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- DeLeon also were injured in the line of duty who drew and painted and illustrated what er, I rise today to honor a remarkable Unsung while serving our country overseas. Despite came before them Hero, Mrs. Iver Dell Adams. Mrs. Adams is af- in the cowboy way of life. their injuries, these selfless heroes have fectionately known by most in her community weathered an extremely challenging recovery Salinas saddle-maker G. S. Garcia’s grand- as ‘‘Mother Adams’’ and is a resident of Boli- daughter, and are now using their own experience to var County. steers this festival and allows us to admire help fellow veterans make the transition to ci- Mrs. Adams currently serves as Assistant the man whose saddle brought home the vilian life. Like so many other veterans, their Superintendent of the Sunday School Depart- Gold Medal from the St. Louis World’s Fair. resilience and love of country endures after ment, President of Christian Women Council, And, artisans from around America journey they return home and begin to face these tre- Church Mother and Evangelist at Saint Mark west mendous challenges. to Monterey to proudly display special Church of God in Christ in Mound Bayou, Mis- The event focused on the growing, serious Cowboy boots, jewelry, Navajo blankets sissippi. She also volunteers with other church and other symbols of our time-honored West- challenges facing young veterans, particularly, auxiliaries at Saint Mark. homelessness, which is fast becoming a crisis ern tradition. Mrs. Adams is a faithful Christian servant The cowboy today is still seen on the slopes among female combat veterans. These vet- whose ministry has led her to feed and clothe erans, who step up to serve and are willing to of thousands in the State of Connecticut. She Monterey County in rambling ranches make the ultimate sacrifice to protect our na- that stretch over mountain tops. and her husband Lonzie would use their own tion, all too often don’t have the support they The festival honors our hard-working ranch- money to purchase food, school products, and need when they return home. ers often housed new and used clothing which I have seen firsthand the overwhelming like the Violinis, Dorrances, and Pedrazzis, were donated to assist others. They also, challenges our returning warriors face in and others who work with grazing opened their home to a diverse population Hawai‘i and across the nation. Tragically, cattle, day in and day out. who was temporary without shelter. Mrs. more than 1,100 veterans in Hawai‘i alone And, training horses through their ‘‘Feel’’, Adams and her husband shared everything have experienced homelessness. While the a well-loved method developed by they had without any reservations. After her overall number of homeless veterans is de- Monterey County’s Bill Dorrance and carried husband passed she moved to the Great on by creasing, homeless female veterans are the Others, such as Marvin and Marguerite Rob- State of Mississippi where she continues her fastest-growing segment of the homeless pop- erts and service to others by assisting in raising four ulation. Female veterans are also more likely Ray Hackworth revealing their unending re- children whom she calls her own. These chil- to suffer post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) spect for horses, dren never desire to leave her residence. Her and frequently have children who also suffer. also a part of the Monterey Cowboy Festival. love to see others ‘‘be all they can be’’ has led The Coalition, led by David Walker, is a na- The Festival’s Saturday Night Dance lets ev- her to work hard and diligently for all those tional 501(c)(3), non-profit, non-partisan orga- eryone she comes in contact with. In her community nization, established in 2004 to address the kick up their heels in the popular Texas she and her neighbors’, young and old alike, needs of severely wounded veterans of the Swing tradition enjoy their conversations and her words of en- performed by the always spunky Carolyn wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, and their fami- Martin Band, couragement. lies. The organization provides emergency fi- bringing back lots of foot-stomping fun. Mrs. Adams has received numerous acco- nancial assistance and other support services Raising money for the Salvation Army lades and awards for her service to others. to help them recover from their injuries, rebuild through its famous Cowboy Church on Sun- Mrs. Adams has six children: three daugh- their lives, and successfully transition back day morning, ters: Virginia, Mamie, Geri and Betty (de- into civilian life. In addition to its work to ad- with featured performers singing ceased) and two sons: Lonzie Jr. and Vastie. dress homelessness, the Coalition’s emer- songs of respect for all religions, She and her husband instilled in their children gency aid services also aim,to combat the a tradition that graces the Festival stage. to work hard and smart, to be an asset to so- troubling rates of suicide and domestic abuse And during the year, too, always loved ciety, assist the less fortunate by giving a among servicemembers and veterans. by teachers and students, learning history hand to those who are in need, and to know This week in Orlando, Florida, the Coalition the very best way through real live dem- onstrations. that they don’t have anything they cannot is hosting 100 combat-wounded veterans at its The ‘‘Cowboys in the Schools’’ program share with someone else. seventh annual Road to Recovery Conference Held each year and teaching so many local Mrs. Adams is often invited to minister dur- and Tribute, a program that provides sessions youth ing various Christian events held throughout on professional development, financial plan- self esteem, history, cowboy culture and key the county. She believes in prayer, and that all ning, and relationships. values. things are possible as long as you have God Hawai‘i has a proud tradition of military The three day festival draws to a close and as your leader and choice. service to our nation, and is the grateful home

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In the PERSONAL EXPLANATION bettering the lives of others through education. midst of chemotherapy and in the days lead- Dr. Johnson’s meteoric career trajectory is ing up to his untimely passing, Tyson always HON. ALLYSON Y. SCHWARTZ even more impressive as an African-American had a sense of humor and checked in often OF PENNSYLVANIA who made her way during the height of the with our office to share a laugh. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Civil Rights Movement. As a 1963 graduate of Mr. Speaker, we have lost a great man. I Thursday, December 12, 2013 what is now known as University of Arkansas feel truly blessed to have known him, and our at Pine Bluff and a subsequent graduate of a thoughts and prayers are with the Tyson fam- Ms. SCHWARTZ. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall Pennsylvania State University graduate ily during this difficult time. May Leroy Tyson’s No. 631, I was unable to be present for H.R. school, Dr. Johnson began her career in edu- memory serve as a reminder to show our ap- 1402. Had I been present, I would have voted cation teaching junior high school in Indianap- preciation to each other while we still have the ‘‘yes.’’ olis. chance. f In 1979, Dr. Johnson returned to the south f as an adjunct professor at my alma mater, HONORING BOBBY COX’S HALL OF A TRIBUTE TO HONOR THE LIFE FAME INDUCTION NCCU. Her exemplary career at NCCU em- bodies the best qualities of the Civil Rights OF JENNIE MIRZA ESHOO Movement and shows the immeasurably posi- HON. PHIL GINGREY tive influence a single individual can have HON. ANNA G. ESHOO OF GEORGIA when committed to helping others. While OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES teaching at NCCU, Dr. Johnson earned her IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, December 12, 2013 Ph.D. from the University of North Carolina at Thursday, December 12, 2013 Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, Greensboro and served in various capacities Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, I ask my col- today I rise to honor the long and accom- before being named NCCU’s Dean of the Col- leagues to join me in honoring the life of Jen- plished career of one of baseball’s all-time lege of Arts and Sciences. nie Mirza Eshoo who passed away on Novem- greatest managers, for Atlanta Braves Man- The importance of Dr. Johnson’s many ac- ber 27, 2013, in Turlock, California at the age ager Bobby Cox. complishments during her 34-year tenure at On Monday, Cox was unanimously elected NCCU are beyond the pale. A small sample of of 98. Born in Chicago, Illinois on July 17, to the National Baseball Hall of Fame by a 16- Dr. Johnson’s many contributions include help- 1915, to Aghassi and Martha Mirza, Jennie member committee, and will be inducted in ing design a $36 million state-of-the-art was the first-born in her family of five sisters Cooperstown this coming July. science complex, helping six degree programs and two brothers. She graduated from Waller Throughout his 29 years as a Manager in reach accreditation, and co-authoring a re- High School in 1934, and was accepted to the the Major Leages, Cox became one of the nowned textbook that received $6 million in re- University of Illinois. Though she was unable winningest coaches of all time. He accrued search funding from the National Science to attend college due to the Depression, she 2,504 wins; the majority taking place during Foundation, National Aeronautics and Space devoted herself to lifelong learning. She was his 25 years leading the Braves. During that Administration, and the National Institute on an avid reader of biographies, history, the Na- time, he brought an unprecedented 14 con- Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism. tional Geographic, Smithsonian, her local secutive division titles, 5 National League Mr. Speaker, I commend Dr. Bernice Duffy newspapers and many other publications. championships, and the 1995 World Series Johnson for her exceptional leadership and Most of all, she cherished her Bible and its pennant to Atlanta. dedication to educating future generations of words nourished her soul over a lifetime. As a manager, Cox was respected by his leaders. Of the many accomplishments in her Jennie married Paul Eshoo on September players and kept only three rules—show up on career, I know her greatest pride is positively 22, 1934, in Chicago, Illinois. In October, time, wear your uniform correctly, and play impacting the lives of more than three dec- 1936, they bought a farm in Turlock, Cali- hard. After the 2010 season, he retired from ades of NCCU students. fornia, where they farmed wine grapes, wal- his job as the team’s Manager, but still holds Dr. Johnson’s legacy is built on hard work nuts, and chickens. a role as a special assistant that allows him to and determination and she is an example to Jennie was a homemaker for many years, keep being a part of the game he loves. which the next generation of educators should and later in life she took a position at Mr. Speaker, on behalf of Georgia’s 11th aspire. I ask my colleagues to join me in hon- Stanislaus State University when it first Congressional District and Braves fans every- oring and celebrating Dr. Bernice Duffy John- opened, and later worked as a teacher’s aide. where, I extend my thanks to Bobby for the son’s many achievements in her 34 years of She enjoyed traveling and was able to visit the decades of entertainment and the legacy he service to NCCU. Holy Land and Europe twice. She was ex- brought to our great state. It is with great pride f tremely active in and deeply devoted to her that I congratulate him on achieving the high- church, St. John’s Presbyterian, where she est level of recognition possible in America’s IN MEMORY OF LEROY TYSON served as Elder, Clerk of the Session, Dele- pastime. Go Braves. gate to the Stockton Presbytery, and many other leadership roles. f HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS OF FLORIDA Jennie was a charter member of the Assyr- CONGRATULATING DR. BERNICE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ian American Civic Club and was honored in DUFFY JOHNSON, IN RECOGNI- 2011 as the Club’s oldest charter member. TION OF HER DISTINGUISHED Thursday, December 12, 2013 She volunteered until the age of 90 for the SERVICE TO NORTH CAROLINA Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I Emanuel Medical Center Auxiliary, and was a CENTRAL UNIVERSITY rise today to honor the life of Mr. Leroy Tyson. member of the Senior Citizens of Turlock. She Leroy, or ‘‘Tyson’’ as he was better known in volunteered for decades as a poll worker, HON. G.K. BUTTERFIELD our office, served as a custodian in the Day dedicating herself to one of the great mani- OF NORTH CAROLINA Cleaning Division of the House Office Build- festations of a democracy, voting. Her life was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ings. He began his service with the Architect devoted to Christ and her community, and she of the Capitol, AOC, on August 6, 2007, where served as a role model for all who were privi- Thursday, December 12, 2013 he worked around the clock to help maintain leged to know her. Mr. BUTTERFIELD. Mr. Speaker, I rise to the U.S. Capitol buildings. Jennie was preceded in death by her hus- congratulate Dr. Bernice Duffy Johnson on her Over the past several years, I came to know band Paul Eshoo and her sister Esther Aziz. 34 remarkable years of service to the stu- Tyson through his kindness, hard work, and She leaves four children; Peter and Genny dents, faculty, and staff of North Carolina Cen- exceptional service. He became a great friend Eshoo of Buffalo Grove, Illinois; George Eshoo tral University, NCCU, located in Durham, to me and my office, and touched the lives of of Menlo Park, California; Agnes and John North Carolina. all those who had the pleasure of knowing Williams of Livermore, California; Alice and

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IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES are possible.’’ This is a key verse that she un- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Thursday, December 12, 2013 in honoring the life of a patriot. Jennie Eshoo derstands. was a woman who served her community, her Therefore, she honors her Christian values Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise church and her country with great dedication, and strives daily to become a better servant to commemorate the 50th anniversary of the and today the entire House of Representatives leader. She is a faith member of Mt. Lula Bap- Bagdad, Florida Volunteer Fire Department and recognize the selfless service, sacrifice, extends it condolences to all her family. tist Church in Rolling Fork, MS where she and dedication of its members, past and f serves in the choir. present, in protecting the citizens of the North- HONORING KIARA L. WALKER Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me west Florida community. in recognizing Ms. Kiara L. Walker for her Formally established in 1963, the Bagdad HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON dedication to her community and mankind. Volunteer Fire Department was initially found- ed in 1962 as a Fire Rescue team of ten men OF MISSISSIPPI led by Chief Dan Fowler. Despite having little IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f equipment and no firehouse, this team of dedi- Thursday, December 12, 2013 HONORING CHARLES J. O’LEARY cated individuals was inspired by the need for Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- ON THE OCCASION OF HIS 80TH a department to provide for the safety and res- er, I rise today to honor an ambitious and tal- BIRTHDAY cue needs of Bagdad and the surrounding ented young woman, Ms. Kiara L. Walker. She Santa Rosa County community. Bagdad Ele- has shown what can be done through hard mentary School opened its doors as a meeting work, dedication and a desire to achieve HON. BRIAN HIGGINS place for the volunteers to discuss business and other issues, while the Florida Department greatness. OF NEW YORK Ms. Walker, a native of Rolling Fork, Mis- of Forestry provided the team’s first truck that sissippi, made her embark on this journey of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was stationed at the Chief’s home. With the life January 9, 1990. She is the youngest of 6 continued support of the local community and Thursday, December 12, 2013 children by Eldridge and Anne Walker and to meet the growing needs of its citizens, the second oldest child of Delores Myles. Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to department built its first firehouse in 1965 on Ms. Walker graduated from South Delta recognize and honor the life and legacy of Mr. donated land and acquired a second fire truck. High School in 2008 where she was the Val- Charles J. O’Leary, who is celebrating his 80th A third truck was acquired in 1975, and the edictorian. During her 4 year matriculation of birthday this month. 1980’s brought the deployment of a pager sys- high school at South Delta, Kiara devoted her- tem and acquisition of a fourth and more mod- self not only to academic excellence, but also A current resident of Tonawanda, Mr. ern fire truck. Today, the department com- community involvement, mentorship, and other O’Leary was born and raised on the City of prises 25 volunteers, 2 Class-A 1,000 gallon extracurricular activities. She was a section Buffalo’s West Side and has both witnessed pumpers, an E–1 rescue truck, an E–1 brush leader (trumpets) and member of the South and endured some of the city and the nation’s attack truck and a 17.5-foot rescue boat. Delta Marching Band for many years, inductee most tumultuous times. Born on December 12, Throughout the course of Bagdad Volunteer and board member of the SD Chapter Na- 1933, Mr. O’Leary knows the true nature of Fire Department’s fifty-year history and trans- tional Honor Society, as well as, student coun- what it is to be resilient in times of hardship, formation, what has remained constant is the cil, peer counselor, and elected Vice-President and in effect, what it means to be a true clear vision of the required capabilities needed of her senior class. In 2005, Kiara was a cho- American. to successfully meet the safety needs of the growing community, as well as, the passion sen ambassador and is now a reoccurring vol- Mr. O’Leary proudly served my hometown and dedication of its numerous volunteers. unteer facilitator each summer at the Hugh and its residents as a dedicated public servant O’Obrian Youth Leadership Conference Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States throughout his 37 year career with the City of Congress, it gives me great pleasure to com- (HOBY) at Millsaps College. She was also list- Buffalo Fire Department. He completed his ed in Who’s Who Among High School Stu- memorate the 50th anniversary of the Bagdad, courageous tour of duty in 1993 as Captain of dents. Florida Volunteer Fire Department. My wife the renowned and respectfully remembered Ms. Walker is a founding member of the Vicki joins me in thanking all of the volunteers Mayor’s Youth Council of Rolling Fork, an ac- Engine 10 at Ohio and Ganson Streets in our for their faithful service and wishing them and tive member of local 4–H Club, and partner most historic, industrial waterfront community. the department continued success. with local elected officials to host many com- As impressive as his valiant professional f munity events throughout the year, such as, life, Mr. O’Leary is to be commended for his HONORING EVAN JOSEPH the local Easter Egg Hunt, Annual Children’s commitment as a caring and active family HERONEMUS Day Fest and Thanksgiving/Christmas dinners man. In addition to celebrating this birthday for the elderly. At an early age, she was in- milestone, he and his wife Elinor will soon be stilled with the morality of always sharing her HON. SAM GRAVES sharing their 60th wedding anniversary—a OF MISSOURI many gifts and talents; therefore, she tutors el- mark representing Mr. O’Leary’s devotion and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ementary students. dedication as a husband and father to six chil- Thursday, December 12, 2013 In May 2013 Ms. Walker earned her Bach- dren—Charles, Robert, Kevin, Eileen, Patrick elor of Science Degree in Biology with a minor and Paul. Mr. O’Leary now enjoys quite the Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I in Healthcare Administration. Kiara was a re- extended family, with 20 grandchildren and proudly pause to recognize Evan Joseph cipient of the Valedictorian scholarship, a stu- two great grandchildren. Heronemus. Evan is a very special young man dent of the WEB DuBois Honors College, and who has exemplified the finest qualities of citi- inducted into the Alpha Lambda Delta Honor Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I zenship and leadership by taking an active Society. She’s a former member of Tiger rise today to acknowledge the life and accom- part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 218, P.R.I.D.E. Connection, Pre-Health Society, plishments of Charles J. O’Leary. His good and earning the most prestigious award of American Chemical Society, National Organi- works, devoted public service and gifts as a Eagle Scout. zation for the Professional Advancement of family man will be celebrated with those Evan has been very active with his troop, Black Chemists and Chemical Engineers whose lives he has so deeply influenced on participating in many scout activities. Over the (NOBECCHE), Interfaith Gospel Choir, and December 20, 2013 and I am pleased and many years Evan has been involved with the JSU Concert Chorale. Also during her un- proud to offer sincere congratulations and best scouting, he has not only earned numerous dergraduate progression, she has studied re- wishes to this good and faithful servant on this merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- search in the areas of Molecular Biology and most happy occasion. ily, peers, and community. Most notably, Evan

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People in the community calf her ‘‘Mama Community for stepping up to the plate and in- ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. or Grandma.’’ fluencing many lives, Ms. Linda Howard John- Linda’s start in life helped to shape the road f son. she would travel later in life. As a young child, f PERSONAL EXPLANATION she was given away to be raised by a woman not related to her, Ms. Clara Tanzy. As a child TRIBUTE TO MAJOR JOHN TRUAX HON. ALLYSON Y. SCHWARTZ she was constantly changing elementary schools and places to live. Her mother wanted HON. JOHN R. CARTER OF PENNSYLVANIA change and a better life for them, so she OF TEXAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES chose Tutwiler, MS. Tutwiler was the answer IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, December 12, 2013 they needed to end their roller coaster ride. Linda said it was the first time they were able Thursday, December 12, 2013 Ms. SCHWARTZ. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall to call an apartment home, just for the two of Mr. CARTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay trib- No. 632 I was unable to be present for H.R. them. The stability gave her the grounding she ute to Major John Truax of the United States 2019. Had I been present, I would have voted needed to focus on school, being a child, Army for his extraordinary dedication to duty ‘‘no.’’ being a little girl, making friends, and all those and service to our Nation. Major Truax and his f things important to a child. wife Alaina will be moving on from his present Linda went on to attend Coahoma Junior IN MEMORY OF RONDAL K. MOORE assignment as an Army Congressional Liaison College in 1978 and 1979, where she played and will soon be reassigned as a Cyber Oper- basketball. The team won the regional level ations Officer for the Army National Guard. HON. JUAN VARGAS basketball competition among three states, Army Congressional Liaisons officers pro- OF CALIFORNIA Mississippi, Tennessee, and Arkansas and ad- vide an invaluable service to both the military vanced to compete at the national level in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Congress. They assist Members and staff Kansas City in 1979. In fact, she credits bas- in understanding the Army’s policies, actions, Thursday, December 12, 2013 ketball for having taught her the importance of operations, and requirements. Their first hand working together to achieve a common goal. Mr. VARGAS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in knowledge of military needs, culture, and tradi- As a mother, Linda instilled that same value in honor of Rondal K. Moore, of Aurora, Colo- tion is a tremendous benefit to Congressional her children, Claretta, Lazerick, and Ramona rado, who passed away from a stroke on No- offices. and her grandchildren, Tashayla, Raileigh, Sa- vember 12th at age of 71. Rondal was born Following his graduation from Valley Forge vannah, Diamond, and Courtney. All three of on May 25, 1942 in Fort Smith, Arkansas, the Military College in May 2001, Major Truax was her children went to college and are success- son of Clarence Delmer and Golden Viola commissioned in the Army National Guard as ful in their careers. Linda’s children are con- Moore. In 1961, he graduated from Wheeler an Engineer Officer. Major Truax reported to stantly trying to encourage their mother to County High School in Fossil, Oregon. He his first operational assignment with Charlie move away but she reminds them, ‘‘Tutwiler went on to serve in the United States Navy Company, 276th Engineer Battalion in West grounded me and contributed to who I am, so during the Vietnam War on board the aircraft Point, Virginia where he served as a Platoon carrier USS Coral Sea as well as duty in this is my home and extended family, so I’m here to stay and help someone else.’’ I’m Leader and Executive Officer. Following a pe- Rhode Island at the Naval War College. In the riod of reorganization across the Army, Major spring of 1963, he married Nancy E. Heily and pleased that Linda has decided to stay in Tutwiler and help someone in need. Truax transferred branches and became a on March 29th of this year they celebrated Military Intelligence Officer. their 50th wedding anniversary. Rondal began Linda is constantly giving back in many ways. She is a teacher’s assistant in the local He left his civilian career in management working for United Airlines in 1966 and spent and sales to deploy in support of Operation decades in the field of de-icing until retiring in school district and a bus driver for the district as well. In addition, Linda serves as a basket- Iraqi Freedom from May 2007 to June 2008. 2003 after 37 years. He held multiple patents During his time in combat, John was respon- for inventions in both information and system ball coach for both the West Tallahatchie School District and the Tutwiler Community sible for providing security and Area Response operations as well as software products used Forces in Northern Kuwait as a staff officer in in the process of de-icing. His inventions and Education Center. She say’s what she does is not much but it is what she loves, ‘‘helping HHC, 2–183 CAV before assuming command patents are still in use today in order to help of Alpha Troop. After returning from his tour in determine check time for de-icing fluid, which family,’’ because Tutwiler is her family. Linda has helped raise eight children. She Kuwait, Major Truax remained on active duty allows for safe airline travel during inclement comes to their aide because she recognizes and was assigned to the Army National Guard weather. My thoughts and prayers go out to those same issues that occurred in her life ris- Materiel Programs Division in Arlington, Vir- his surviving family member including his wife ing in theirs. So, she steps in to try and curtail ginia. At the completion of an exceptional four of 50 years, Nancy Moore, of Aurora, Colo- those circumstances or prevent them from oc- years there, he was selected to represent the rado; his son, Jason Moore, of Chula Vista, curring in their lives. Linda recalls the story of Army National Guard in the U.S. House of CA; his daughter, Sondra LaValley, of Aurora, child who came from a family that hadn’t had Representatives as a Legislative Liaison. CO; and his sister, Carol Ellis, of Kennewick, a female to graduate from high school in twen- Major Truax’s accomplishments have not WA. ty years, well Linda got involved in the child’s gone unnoticed. His awards and decorations f life from birth and nurtured her through high include the Meritorious Service Medal, Army Commendation Medal (1 Oak Leaf Clusters), HONORING LINDA HOWARD school until she graduated, thus breaking the Army Achievement Medal (1 Oak Leaf Clus- JOHNSON chain. She invited a 17 year old young man struggling to get out of the 8th grade, who had ter), the Parachutist Badge, and the Army no one to guide him, so she invited him to Staff Identification Badge. HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON come live with her only if he promised to finish Mr. Speaker, it has been a pleasure to work OF MISSISSIPPI school. The young man got his GED and that alongside Major Truax over the last year. On IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was better than nothing. In fact, there have behalf of a grateful Nation, I join my col- been situations in which Linda has taken in leagues in recognizing and commending his Thursday, December 12, 2013 entire families consisting of the husband, wife, dedication to service and the sacrifices he and Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- and children. She says her house is not the his family have made. We wish him, his wife er, I rise today to tell the story of an unsung Hilton but it’s a home and she’s willing to Alaina, and their children Xander and Margaux hero. Often times the neighbor next door goes share it with those in need at no charge. all the best as they continue their journey to unnoticed because of their ability to quietly go Linda says ‘‘I don’t know, to me it seems his next assignment in the United States about life helping others without any nudge like I need my community and my community Army.

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OF COLORADO U.S. Senate in 1993.’’ While he lost that Sen- ate race to Carol Moseley Braun, he was an The job fair would not have been the suc- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES accomplished lawyer, author and speaker. cess it was without the help of the Dearborn Thursday, December 12, 2013 I came to know Richard in his capacity as County Commissioners. I want to recognize a senior foreign policy adviser to Sen. John the work of Commissioners Kevin Lynch, Art Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to McCain’s presidential campaign in 2008 and recognize Barr Benyamin, Jacqueline Brittain, Little and Shane McHenry and Dearborn Mitt Romney’s 2012 campaign. He was a County Administrator Terri Randle. Their ef- Diego Sanchez, and Matthew McCabe for staunch advocate for his candidates, and be- their dedication and hard work for the people yond that for the principle that foreign pol- forts show a deep commitment to their com- of Colorado’s Sixth District as interns in my icy is the most critical aspect of any presi- munity and the well-being of the people they Washington, DC office for the fall 2013 ses- dency and therefore must be a topic of de- serve. sion. bate in presidential elections. When other I ask the entire 6th Congressional District to policy advisers pleaded to downplay foreign The work of these young men and women join me in recognizing Dearborn County Com- policy, Richard insisted it deserved a full missioners Kevin Lynch, Art Little and Shane has been exemplary and I know they all have airing. Many of the positions he helped his bright futures. They served as tour guides, McHenry and Dearborn County Administrator candidates articulate—the danger of Russian Terri Randle. I look forward to working with interacted with constituents, and learned a aggression, the Obama administration’s du- great deal about our nation’s legislative proc- plicity in Libya, the rise of the Iran-Syria them often on behalf of the people of Dear- ess. I was glad to be able to offer this edu- axis, the need for adequate national security born County and Southeastern Indiana. spending and the need to speak boldly on be- cational opportunity to these four and look for- f ward to seeing them build their careers in pub- half of human rights—have proved entirely accurate. The country would have been lic service. IN RECOGNITION OF DON AND greatly served had he returned to public of- LOIS MOORE All four of our interns have made plans to fice. continue their work in public service next year In the hurly-burly of a presidential cam- with various organizations around Washington. paign Richard was unflappable, honest and HON. PAUL A. GOSAR I am certain they will succeed in their new gracious treasured qualities in a public serv- OF ARIZONA roles and wish them all the best in their future ant. In the best sense of the phrase, he was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES endeavors. Mr. Speaker, it is an honor to rec- an old-school gentleman. ognize Barr Benyamin, Jacqueline Brittain, Elliott Abrams, a former deputy national Thursday, December 12, 2013 security adviser who knew Richard well, e- Diego Sanchez, and Matthew McCabe for mails: ‘‘Rich Williamson was a happy war- Mr. GOSAR. Mr. Speaker, today I congratu- their service this fall. rior. He was an unflappable soldier of free- late Don and Lois Moore, proprietors of the f dom, serving several Republican presidents Quartzsite General Store. Mr. and Mrs. Moore in the Cold War and then the war against opened the Quartzsite General Store in RICHARD WILLIAMSON: A TRUE terror, and always, always, in the peaceful Quartzsite, Arizona on December 12, 1972. PUBLIC SERVANT but often very rough battle against the Democrats. His ready smile, his sharp polit- This December 12 will mark the 41st anniver- ical instincts, and his dedication to public sary of its opening. The store’s western- HON. FRANK R. WOLF service will be long remembered.’’ He adds, themed storefront has been a mainstay of OF VIRGINIA ‘‘In politics there’s a lot of ego and self pro- Quartzsite’s Main Street for those 41 years, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES motion, but Rich was there to help the party adding to the town’s character and economy. and serve the nation. In the next Republican Known for its fresh meats and produce, clean- Thursday, December 12, 2013 administration he would have had a very liness, and great customer service, the Gen- Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I submit a letter a senior foreign policy position, and when that eral Store has consistently contributed to the day comes we will miss his counsel, his calm, Washington Post obituary commemorating the and his unchanging good humor. He was a community of Quartzsite. life and legacy of Richard Williamson who wonderful man.’’ The store could not have been successful passed away this weekend at the age of 64. His passing reminds us how essential a without Don’s and Lois’s hard work and dedi- I had the distinct privilege of working with strong foreign policy is to the country’s cation. Don retired from the store in 1999 and Rich on a myriad of issues, including Sudan. well-being. He stood up for a strong America, Lois retired from school teaching in 1995, but Rich had a keen understanding of the issues one that leads the Free World. In addition to they both work at the store again today. Their marked by a welcome sense of moral clarity. conservative groups, including the RNC, determination to achieve their American dream which have remarked on his passing, I would His advice and counsel were reliably sound. is a shining example not only to their 6 chil- hope in the near future our current U.N. am- Many will mourn his loss, not the least of bassador and others in the elite foreign pol- dren and 15 grandchildren, but to all current which are the Sudanese people whose basic icy establishment who knew him well will and future entrepreneurs. Small businesses human rights he championed. honor his achievements. He, as they know, like theirs are the backbone of our economy, [From the Washington Post, Dec. 10, 2013] was never one to put partisanship above and it is those businesses that will lead us out country. He will be missed. RICHARD WILLIAMSON, R.I.P of our current economic problems. Congratulations to the Quartzsite General (By Jennifer Rubin) f Store and to its owners, Don and Lois, on 41 Richard S. Williamson was not a household RECOGNIZING THE DEARBORN years of success. May they have continued name, but for decades he was a tireless pub- COUNTY COMMISSIONERS success for many years to come. lic servant and resolute defender of Amer- ica’s national security. He passed away sud- f denly this weekend; he was 64. A release HON. LUKE MESSER from the McCain Institute recounts, ‘‘He was OF INDIANA PERSONAL EXPLANATION involved in a wide variety of civic organiza- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tions, including serving as a nonresident Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, Thursday, December 12, 2013 HON. ALLYSON Y. SCHWARTZ as senior fellow at the Chicago Council on Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF PENNSYLVANIA Global Affairs, and as a trustee of Freedom recognize the contributions of the Dearborn IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES House. Williamson was also Assistant to the County Commissioners to the success of the President for Intergovernmental Affairs in Thursday, December 12, 2013 the Reagan White House, Ambassador to the 6th District Job Fair. United Nations Offices in Vienna (including On October 21, 2013, over 150 job seekers Ms. SCHWARTZ. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall the International Atomic Energy Agency), from across the district met with 36 busi- No. 633, I was unable to be present for H.R. Assistant Secretary of State for Inter- nesses looking to hire new employees. In a 2319. Had I been present, I would have voted national Organization Affairs, member of the time when jobs are still hard to come by, ‘‘yes.’’

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:54 Dec 14, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A12DE8.026 E12DEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 12, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1853 HONORING MAGGIE W. FORREST are willing to go to catch young people’s atten- sault, sexual assault, and motor vehicle tion. The ads depict young men drinking right crashes are commonly associated with sub- out of kegs of beer and objectifying young stance abuse, including alcohol consump- HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON tion. In addition, alcohol consumption, for OF MISSISSIPPI women. They try to encourage people to sign some patients, becomes a lifelong disease of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES up for health care by making light of unhealthy alcohol addiction leading to serious health Thursday, December 12, 2013 behaviors. effects including hepatitis, cirrhosis of the I recently received a letter from Dr. Julie liver, bone marrow dysfunction, esophageal Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- Welch, which I’ll submit for the RECORD, an varicosities, intestinal bleeding, and death. er, I rise today to honor Mrs. Maggie W. For- emergency room physician in Indianapolis, And it typically begins with partying as a rest who is a remarkable Director and extraor- specifically concerned about how the ads pro- young adult, a time when the message is dinary public servant. moted risky sexual behavior. The ‘‘Let’s Get ‘‘it’s cool to drink’’ and ‘‘you have to drink to have fun.’’ The message I want my pa- Mrs. Forrest was born in Winona, Mis- Physical’’ ad depicts a young woman thanking sissippi, which is located in Montgomery tients and medical students to understand is Obamacare for the words ‘‘for providing birth the opposite message I see in these ads. In County, on December 5, 1958 to Johnny and control pills.’’ Dr. Welch writes ‘‘As a taxpayer, Birdie Woods. Mrs. Forrest is one of ten chil- fact, many of these ads could be used to edu- I am puzzled at why advertising campaigns for cate patients (including our teenagers) to dren. health insurance appear to promote high-risk the potential negative health consequences Mrs. Forrest attended J.J. Knox School in behaviors.’’ of high-risk behaviors. For instance, if you 1965 and graduated from Winona High School Promoting health coverage by condoning go to a party and do keg stands, then hook in 1976 and completed some courses at Wood binge drinking and promiscuity is not a step up with a girl because she is on birth control Jr. College. Mrs. Forrest worked at Winona El- pills, what are all of the negative outcomes toward a healthier America. What good is it to ementary School for sixteen years. Her first you can foresee? Having health insurance enroll young people in plans if their actions job was a first grade teacher’s assistant. Later, will be the least of your worries the next make them unhealthy? she became an assistant for a third grade morning. It’s just another way that Obamacare just The ad I am most concerned about is class and afterward an assistant for a kinder- doesn’t work. ‘‘Let’s Get Physical.’’ (I have included a copy garten class. During her last three years in Wi- McCordsville, Indiana, December 1, 2013. with this letter.) It depicts a young woman nona School System, Mrs. Forrest served as DEAR MR. PRESIDENT: I am writing to bring hold a packet of birth control pills standing a library assistant. She enjoyed working with to your attention a recent advertising cam- next to a young man and reads: ‘‘OMG, he’s all students. Reading to classes was her most paign for the new Obamacare government hot! Let’s hope he’s as easy to get as this favorite thing to do. After leaving the school health insurance marketplace through birth control. My health insurance covers system, Mrs. Forrest would see former stu- ProgressNow Colorado. The ad campaign was the pill, which means all I have to worry dents and some would tell her how much she launched by ProgressNow Colorado and the about is getting him between the covers. I got insurance. Now you can too. Thanks inspired them to enjoy and appreciate reading. Colorado Consumer Health Initiative for the online marketplace called ‘‘Connect for Obamacare!’’ There is an *asterisk at the February 5, 2001, Mrs. Forrest became the bottom of the ad that reads in tiny print: first African American Executive Director for Health Colorado’’ in October 2013. The ads are housed on the website of Progress Now ‘‘The pill doesn’t protect you from STDs, Winona Housing Authority. She seized that Colorado (http://doyougotinsurance.com). condoms and common sense do that.’’ The opportunity to reach out compassionately and The campaign is titled ‘‘Got Insurance’’ message from this ad is alarming in several serve people in the community. As Executive and is a play on the ‘‘Got Milk’’ phrase. But ways and sends the wrong message to Director, not only does Mrs. Forrest provide unlike the health benefits of milk, the ‘‘Got women, men, girls, and boys. 1. This ad objectifies women, making her Insurance’’ ads do not universally advertise safe and sanitary housing for eligible low in- the object of sex. This alone is the most healthy choices; rather, many celebrate the come families but she counsels and encour- damaging consequence of advertising such as unhealthy, high-risk behaviors of young ages her residents when needed and finan- this. This ad seriously harms the progress we adults. The ads of concern are referred to as cially donates when someone falls on hard have made in women’s rights and the way in ‘‘Brosurance,’’ ‘‘Brosurance for the Ladies,’’ which women are depicted in the media. It is times. or ‘‘Hosurance,’’ by the media and depict degrading and offensive. Mrs. Forrest serves on the Zoning Board for keg-stands, alcohol consumption, and women 2. Promiscuous sexual behavior has serious the city of Winona. She serves as secretary picking up guys. risks for a woman including increased risk of for the United Methodist Women in her church Many of the ads have gone viral on the cervical cancer, transmission of sexually Internet and social media. Although I have and a substitute Sunday school teacher. She transmitted infections (STI), unintended heard numerous comments from the public, I is the Vice President for Member Services for pregnancy, as well as psychological after- have not seen your administration take a MAHRO, the Mississippi Association of Hous- math. ing and Redevelopment Officials, and serves stand one way or another on the messages 3. Birth control pills do not protect against on the Member Services committee for SERC being presented in this ad campaign. Silence HIV, herpes, gonorrhea, syphilis, chlamydia, can only be interpreted as complacence and or other sexually transmitted diseases. And NAHRO, the Southeastern Regional Council acceptance. I, however, am neither compla- National Association of Housing and Redevel- the small asterisk message at the bottom of cent nor acceptant of the ads that overtly the ad does not outweigh the message put opment Officials. objectify women and promote high-risk be- forth in the ad. In fact, using a condom does Mrs. Forrest is married to Pastor Nelson haviors. And as an emergency medicine phy- not eliminate the risk of STD transmission Forrest. They have two daughters and three sician, medical educator, woman, mother, via other routes. grandchildren. and taxpayer I would like to express my con- 4. Birth control pills are not 100% effective Mrs. Forrest loves God, her family, her cerns. in preventing pregnancy. church, her job and all people. Although the ad campaign has expanded to 5. Birth control pills and reproductive Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me pertain to a broader audience, I am con- health rights do not equal healthy sexual cerned about the message conveyed in sev- choices. This ad does not depict responsible in recognizing a Director Extraordinaire, Mrs. eral specific ads. One of the ads, titled ‘‘Let’s Maggie W. Forrest for her dedication to serv- reproductive rights. In fact, this ad seems to Get Physical,’’ depicts a woman holding say that women with birth control pills are ing others and giving back to the African birth control pills and contemplating how sexually promiscuous and just take them to American community. she will get a guy to have sex with her. Five hook up with a guy. This ad also seems to in- f of the ads depict or blatantly celebrate alco- sinuate that now that she has birth control hol consumption, titled ‘‘Brosurance,’’ ‘‘Club pills, the barriers to a having a sexual rela- OBAMACARE ADS Med,’’ ‘‘Friends with Benefits,’’ ‘‘Keg ER,’’ tionship are nearly gone. Just getting the and ‘‘Get Your Shots.’’ What message are guy into bed is all that’s left. HON. JOSEPH R. PITTS these ads sending to our young people and 6. Finally, what message does this ad send our children? As these ads go viral on social OF PENNSYLVANIA to men? Or teenage boys? That a female just media, young people may think that keg wants to get ‘‘him between the covers’’? I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stands and one-night stands are okay. Espe- fear this ad could promote aggressive behav- Thursday, December 12, 2013 cially since they are being advertised in as- ior towards women, especially if combined Mr. PITTS. Mr. Speaker, we all know that sociation with healthcare, Obamacare spe- with the people in the ads doing keg stands cifically. and drinking alcohol. this administration is desperate to enroll Being an emergency department physician, In 2013, we are in an age when women make young, healthy Americans in new exchange health insurance ads should not glorify alco- up 51% of the workforce and 50% of medical plans. hol consumption, doing keg stands, drinking students. Women cannot be silent as adver- A recent ad campaign from Progress Now shots, or promiscuous sex. In the emergency tising emerges that sends the wrong message Colorado shows just how low some groups department, cases of trauma, physical as- about our healthcare choices and us.

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In an age when many appointed Director of the California Arts Coun- and he is on the Western Agricultural Proc- insurance companies risk stratify your pre- cil by Governor Arnold Schwarzenegger in essors Association’s board of directors. Earl’s miums based on smoking, obesity, blood 2005 and during her six year tenure, she pro- wealth of knowledge coupled with his ability to pressure and cholesterol levels, where does moted awareness of and public participation in get things done make him a great leader for the government stand on the high-risk be- the arts, while strengthening outreach and the cotton farming community. haviors in these ads? Will Americans have to education efforts. A consistent supporter of in- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me share the costs? vesting in local arts, Muriel championed Sac- in recognizing Mr. Earl P. Williams for the con- The new health care plan is an opportunity tributions he has made to the cotton industry. to teach our populations about health re- ramento County’s Art in Public Places which sponsibility, avoidance of risky behaviors, expands the presence of art in public spaces. He serves as a pillar of the agriculture com- and promotion of good choices, because our In 2004 she was named the Sacramento Met- munity, and I thank him for his hard work and country is shouldering it. Health insurance ropolitan Chamber of Commerce’s devotion to maintaining California’s valuable advertising should promote responsible be- ‘‘Sacramentan of the Year’’ honoring her dec- agricultural strength. havior, no matter the source of the adver- ades of dedication to our community. f tising. Please take a stand. Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join Sincerely, me today in recognizing the great life of my PERSONAL EXPLANATION JULIE WELCH, MD, friend and mentor, Muriel Johnson, as she Emergency Medicine Physician HON. TOM MARINO and Educator. celebrates her 80th birthday with her husband Ernest, her children, grandchildren, friends OF PENNSYLVANIA f and family in Sacramento. Her work has made IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PERSONAL EXPLANATION a lasting impact on our community. Thursday, December 12, 2013 f Mr. MARINO. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. HON. VICKY HARTZLER RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF 630, I was unable to make the vote due to in- OF MISSOURI EARL P. WILLIAMS clement weather, had I been present, I would IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES have voted ‘‘yea.’’ Thursday, December 12, 2013 HON. JIM COSTA f Mrs. HARTZLER. Mr. Speaker, on Wednes- OF CALIFORNIA HONORING MAE ELIZABETH day, December 11, 2013, I was unable to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ROBINSON vote. Had I been present, I would have voted Thursday, December 12, 2013 as follows: On rollcall No. 636, ‘‘yea.’’ Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. JEFF DENHAM f OF CALIFORNIA recognize Mr. Earl P. Williams as he is hon- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN HONOR OF MURIEL JOHNSON’S ored with the Lifetime Achievement Award by 80TH BIRTHDAY the California Cotton Ginners and Growers As- Thursday, December 12, 2013 sociations (CCGGA). Earl is the first individual Mr. DENHAM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. DORIS O. MATSUI to ever receive the Lifetime Achievement acknowledge and honor the life of a beloved OF CALIFORNIA Award. His decades of service and dedication mother, grandmother, great-grandmother, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to cotton ginners and growers around Cali- great-great-grandmother Mae Elizabeth Robin- fornia and the entire nation make him very de- son. She was born on October 9, 1917, and Thursday, December 12, 2013 serving of this recognition. I have also worked departed her earthly habitat to join Heaven’s Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in with him personally over the years and know family on December 5, 2013. She was the recognition of Muriel Johnson, an unparalleled him to be one of the leaders of American agri- center of the family universe and will be so leader and a prominent member of our com- culture. missed. munity, as she celebrates her 80th birthday. I Since 1997, Earl has been the President Mae was a licensed psychiatric technician ask my colleagues to join me in honoring this and Chief Executive Officer of CCGGA. The for the State of California. She loved her fam- great civic-minded woman whose vision and associations represent California’s cotton gin- ily first and loved to host family dinners, which commitment to both public service and the ning and cotton growing industry in the legal, were well known, especially for her fried chick- arts has contributed so much to the Sac- legislative, and regulatory arenas. en. In her later years she enjoyed playing ramento region. Earl’s passion for cotton farming began at a cards with her retired friends. A Sacramento resident since 1962, Muriel young age due to his family’s background in Mae Robinson was an active member near- has dedicated her life to public service and the industry. He spent his childhood years in ly 54 years of the Escalon Republican Women civic involvement. She served several terms Arkansas, and in 1958, his family moved to Federated Club, California Federation of Re- on the Sacramento County Board of Super- Buttonwillow, California. After graduating from publican Women and National Federation of visors, was elected President of the California high school in Shafter, California, Earl went on Republican Women. At age 96, Mae served State Association of Counties (CSAC) and to Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo where he re- most recently as Vice President of the Escalon served on the CSAC Board of Directors for ceived his Bachelor of Science Degree in RWF club and participated in meetings, activi- twelve years. She also served as Chair of the Crop Production. His background in cotton ties, Escalon Park Fete, and ‘Get out the Vote’ Sacramento Area Council of Governments and growing and technical understanding of crop efforts in the last election cycle. Mae was was the Governor’s appointee to the Capitol production prepared him well to serve at known as Mrs. Republican Woman in the Area Committee for eleven years. Additionally CCGGA. From day one, Earl has understood Escalon community and served as a mentor to Muriel served on the Sacramento Public Li- the importance of hard work, and he knows many with great enthusiasm and energy. brary Authority, Sacramento Area Flood Con- what it takes to produce quality crops. Mae was preceded in death by her hus- trol Agency, Cable Commission, Sacramento Earl was one of fifteen charter members of band, Claude Robinson and son, Charles Al- Regional Sanitation District, Sacramento Re- the California Cotton Ginners Association fred Robinson. gional Transit, and the Sacramento Air Quality board of directors from 1972 to 1980. He is She leaves behind three children: Colleen Management District. An ardent advocate for the past chairman of the Cal Poly, San Luis Woods (Fresno), Bonnie Tabor (Modesto), women leaders, Muriel served as President for Obispo Crop Science Department’s Advisory Carl Robinson (Stockton), and a daughter-in- the California Elected Women’s Association Council; a past board member of the Agricul- law, Helen Robinson; two siblings: Gladys for Education and Research, now known as tural Energy Consumers Association; and a Eiland (Los Angeles) and Alfred Stapleton California Women Lead, working to increase past board member of the California Agricul- (Modesto); six grandchildren: Rick McCombs appointments of women to state boards and tural Education Foundation which oversees (Modesto), Cindy Brown (Fresno), Michael commissions. the California Ag Leadership Program. Earl is McCombs (Modesto), Diane Goin (Clovis), As a steadfast leader in our community, a founding member and past Chairman of the Cheryl Camacho (San Antonio, TX) and Muriel has championed local causes and orga- Agricultural President’s Council. He is also an Robbie Robinson (San Angelo, TX).

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:27 Dec 14, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A12DE8.032 E12DEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 12, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1855 Mr. Speaker, please join me in honoring students admission to the public university. S1471, had I been present, I would have Mae Elizabeth Robinson for her accomplish- Civil rights activists led by Alexander Pierre voted ‘‘yes.’’ ments and contributions. The life of Mae Rob- Tureaud, an attorney for the New Orleans inson serves as an example of excellence to chapter of the National Association for the Ad- f those in her life, and her legacy will not be vancement of Colored People (NAACP) during soon forgotten. the civil rights movement, and Ernest V. IN HONOR OF DEAN MAXWELL f ‘‘Dutch’’ Morial, who later became a two-term MITCHELL New Orleans mayor, brought suit in federal HONORING MICHAEL LEE PLEZ court to allow black students to attend LSUNO While the local branch of the NAACP sought HON. MIKE McINTYRE to prepare the African-American students for HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON OF NORTH CAROLINA OF MISSISSIPPI their groundbreaking efforts, leaders of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES White Citizens Council of Greater New Orle- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ans worked to provide harassing and degrad- Thursday, December 12, 2013 ing conditions for the students on a daily Thursday, December 12, 2013 Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- basis. Some of the African-American students Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ex- er, I rise today to pay honor to Mr. Michael were not able to endure such conditions for press my strong and heartfelt appreciation of Lee Plez; a community advocate and unsung many weeks, while others remained in place Mr. Dean Maxwell Mitchell, who has served as hero for the children on the west side of for a few semesters. One of them, Mrs. Louise my Chief of Staff and Press Secretary since I Tallahatchie County. Williams Arnolie, still managed to graduate was first sworn in to Congress in 1997. As he Michael is a minister by trade, but a father within four years. prepares to retire from more than seventeen of many, not just his own but all children. His The students encouraged one another years of service to my staff and me to the passion and love to help children comes from throughout the painful process. LSUNO’s his own childhood story. He was raised in a classrooms and campus were integrated, but State of North Carolina, and to our nation, it single parent home, where his mother was its privately managed dining hall barred Afri- is only appropriate that he be honored today. also his father. He joined the West can-Americans. The students petitioned the A native of Quitman, Georgia, Dean grad- Tallahatchie Mentor Male Involvement organi- LSUNO administration to end the cafeteria’s uated from the University of Georgia in 1986. zation to encourage children at an early age contract. Following continued pressure from He moved to Washington, D.C. and worked by reading to them and participating in edu- attorneys Tureaud and Morial, as well as stu- for U.S. Representative Charles Hatcher for cational and fun activities. His colleagues and dent boycotts, Dean Homer Hitt gave the cafe- eight years, during which time he rose from community members saw this passion in him teria’s managers an ultimatum in the fall se- Staff Assistant to Legislative Assistant to Leg- and voted him as President of the Board for mester of 1960: Either serve all students or islative Director, and ultimately served as his the Tallahatchie County Headstart Center. give up the lease. The company chose to give Chief of Staff. Before joining my office, he also There was a lack of male involvement in the up the lease, and every part of the university worked as a Government Affairs Representa- lives of children in the county, so, Michael was by then integrated. tive at King & Spalding Law Firm. reached out to the men and fathers and got Today, the University of New Orleans is ranked by U.S. News and World Report as the Upon my election to Congress in 1996, I their commitment and support on his efforts to knew I wanted to select an ethical, effective, increase male involvement. And, now the word most ethnically diverse public university in the state. Let us never forget that this remarkable intelligent Chief of Staff and Press Secretary on the street is that he has been successful in who would serve the people of Eastern North doing so because he led the charge as the diversity did not come easily. I would like to acknowledge the names of those fifty-six Carolina with honor and kindness. Not only did model. Michael got the men to donate their I find those qualities in Dean, but I also found time, skills and money to this worthy cause. brave and determined individuals who enrolled a friend and brother in Christ whom I have not Male presence began to increase in activities at the University of New Orleans in 1958: only depended upon, but also admired. during school, after school and even on week- Brenda Holman Allen, Vincent A. Angeletta, ends. Louise Williams Arnolie, Charles P. Breaux, For the past seventeen years, Dean has Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Yvonne Buckles, Dorothy M. Caulfield, Janice served as Chief of Staff and Press Secretary in recognizing an unsung hero for the children E. Coleman-Sawyer, Laurence Crawford, Shir- in my Washington office, which serves North ley M. Crawford, Claudine Curtis, Crystal M. on the west side of Tallahatchie County, Mr. Carolina’s Seventh Congressional District. In Davis, Samuel Dugar, Josephine Eli, Wilson Michael Lee Plez. his two critical roles, Dean has acted as my (Willison) Fleming, Harold L. Fontenette, Fer- f chief advisor on policy, communications, polit- dinand J. Fortune III, Phillip L. Fortune, Gene- ical matters, budget, and personnel; he has UNIVERSITY OF NEW ORLEANS va M. Gambrell, Jo Ann Gaskin, Charles S. successfully managed the day-to-day oper- Gibson, Peggy M.C. Jackson, Shirley M. Jen- ations of five congressional offices and twenty- HON. CEDRIC L. RICHMOND nings, Alvin F. Johnson, Ervin C. Kinsey, Dan- one employees; he has instituted a number of iel J. Lewis, Sylvester Lyle Jr., Ernestine M. OF LOUISIANA effective outreach initiatives to assist constitu- Lyons, Rosalee Mckinley, Rosemary J. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ents; he has supported our democracy by McLean, Doris J. Mackey, Lucy Madere, Rose keeping the people of Eastern North Carolina Thursday, December 12, 2013 Mary Mays, Priscilla L. Metoyer, Phillip J. informed about the work we do on their behalf. Mr. RICHMOND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Mitchell, Joseph L. Narcisse, Gwendolyn A. Not only this, but he has personally helped Norman, Audrey M. Page, Walter L. Peck, to honor fifty-six African-American students thousands of residents of the Seventh District Marilyn J. Phillips, Nelson J. Pierce, Samuel whose bravery and determination resulted in with a wide range of requests, from the simple G. Poplus, Geraldine Reimonenq, William the University of New Orleans being the first to the complex. On countless occasions, he Ricks, Patricia R. Robinson, Ronald Shiloh, university in the American South to open as a has gone far beyond the obligations of duty for Charles W. Smith, Mildred T. Smith, Warren fully integrated institution of higher education. our constituents and staff. This year is the 55th anniversary of that his- A. Smith, Jacquelyn M. Stansberry, Gloria toric moment in my district. Stokes, Angela A. Vaughn, Jennie F. Over the course of seventeen years, Dean Established in 1956, The University of New Warmington, Algie V. Williams, Charles K. Wil- has held his position of leadership with integ- Orleans was originally called Louisiana State liams, Joseph L. Williams, and Ellis Wilson. rity, grace, and a spirit of giving. He has dem- University in New Orleans, or LSUNO. Class- f onstrated an enduring and enthusiastic dedi- cation to public service that makes him worthy es began in September 1958 with a total of PERSONAL EXPLANATION 1,460 students, all freshmen and double the of this recognition. Mr. Speaker, as Dean number originally anticipated. Of that total, Mitchell’s service to the Seventh Congres- fifty-six African-American students registered HON. ALLYSON Y. SCHWARTZ sional District comes to a close, I ask you to OF PENNSYLVANIA to attend LSUNO that fall. join me in applauding his hard work and un- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Four years after the Supreme Court struck wavering leadership. down ‘‘separate, but equal’’ in the landmark Thursday, December 12, 2013 May God’s blessings always be upon him Brown vs. Board of Education case, there Ms. SCHWARTZ. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall and his dear wife, Maggie, as well as his were still some who would seek to deny these No. 634, I was unable to be present for sons, Campbell, Henry, and Porter.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:27 Dec 14, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A12DE8.037 E12DEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1856 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2013 HONORING SETH MARTIN Booker Washington Center for recognizing Dymphna, who is a former Staff Sergeant in HERONEMUS their many years of dedicated service to the the Army and currently serves as a Depart- people of Rockford. ment of the Army Civilian. I wish them the HON. SAM GRAVES f best as they continue to serve our great nation OF MISSOURI and proceed to the next chapter in their re- TRIBUTE TO MAJOR DAVID ROMAN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES markable careers. Thursday, December 12, 2013 HON. JOHN R. CARTER f Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I OF TEXAS ALL-AMERICAN HONORS proudly pause to recognize Seth Martin IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Heronemus. Seth is a very special young man Thursday, December 12, 2013 HON. PETE OLSON who has exemplified the finest qualities of citi- OF TEXAS zenship and leadership by taking an active Mr. CARTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay trib- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 218, ute to Major David Roman of the United and earning the most prestigious award of States Army for his extraordinary dedication to Thursday, December 12, 2013 Eagle Scout. duty and service to our Nation. Major Roman Mr. OLSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Seth has been very active with his troop, and his wife Dymphna will be moving on from recognize Katarina Morton of Pearland High participating in many scout activities. Over the his present assignment as an Army Congres- School, who earned All-American honors from many years Seth has been involved with sional Liaison for the Office of the Secretary of the American Volleyball Coaches Association. scouting, he has not only earned numerous Defense to the 10th Mountain Division in Fort She is the first Pearland ISD volleyball player merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- Drum, New York. to be named an AVCA All-American. ily, peers, and community. Most notably, Seth Army Congressional Liaison officers provide Katarina is among 100 of the nation’s top contributed to his community through his an invaluable service to both the military and high school senior volleyball players who rep- Eagle Scout project. Congress. They assist Members and staff in resent 33 states and 90 high schools. In order Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in understanding the Army’s policies, actions, op- to receive this distinction, she was first nomi- commending Seth Martin Heronemus for his erations, and requirements. Their first hand nated by Pearland Lady Oilers head coach accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of knowledge of military needs, culture, and tradi- John Turner. Coach Turner has commented America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- tion is a tremendous benefit to Congressional on Katrina’s passion, incredible work ethic and ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. offices. love of the game. It is clear that these three f In November of 2004, Captain Roman re- attributes have served Katrina well. ported to his first operational duty assignment HONORING THE ACHIEVEMENTS OF On behalf of all residents of the Twenty- as a Platoon Leader with the 1st–501st Attack VICTORY BELL AND CHUCK JEF- Second Congressional District of Texas, it’s an Helicopter Battalion during their rotation to the FERSON honor to recognize Katarina Morton and her Unit Fielding and Training Program at Fort accomplishment of earning All-American hon- Hood, Texas in my Congressional district. ors. We are all very proud of her and wish her HON. CHERI BUSTOS Upon completion the unit was reflagged to the best of luck at Kennesaw State University. OF ILLINOIS 4th–227th Attack Reconnaissance Battalion, f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1st Air Cavalry Brigade, 1st Cavalry Division. Thursday, December 12, 2013 In 2006, Major Roman deployed to Operation THANKING DAN STRODEL FOR HIS Mrs. BUSTOS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Iraqi Freedom and served 14 months in the SERVICE TO THE HOUSE congratulate Victory Bell and Chuck Jefferson, Baghdad area of operation. Upon redeploy- who were recently honored by the Booker ment in 2008, he reported back to Fort HON. CANDICE S. MILLER Washington Center in Rockford, Illinois. Rucker, Alabama for the Aviation Captains OF MICHIGAN Vic Bell and Chuck Jefferson have both Career Course. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In 2008, Captain Roman returned to the been incredible leaders in the Rockford com- Thursday, December 12, 2013 munity for decades. The first African-American 4th–227th and took command of the Head- elected to the Rockford City Council, Alder- quarters and Headquarters Company. In April Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, on man Bell served for 38 years before retiring in 2009, he deployed to Operation Iraqi Freedom the occasion of his retirement at the conclu- 2009. During his years representing Rock- for a second time. He then took command of sion of the first session of the 113th Congress, ford’s most diverse ward, Bell helped increase C Company and served under operational Ranking Member ROBERT BRADY and I join to- diversity throughout city government and control of the 2nd Marine Expeditionary Force gether on behalf of the House of Representa- fought to bring economic development projects before moving to Al Asad Air Base in the tives to express our most sincere gratitude to to all of Rockford. He was an inspiration and Anwar Province. Due in no small part to his Mr. Daniel Strodel for his nearly three decades a mentor to many who have since entered leadership, Captain Roman’s company pro- of outstanding dedicated service to the United public service or joined the City Council and, vided valuable reconnaissance and inflicted States House of Representatives. in 1999, he was named one of the Rockford significant damage on enemy forces. Since 2010, Dan has been tapped by both Register Star’s ‘‘100 people of the Century.’’ In 2011, Dave served as an Army Fellow in Republican and Democratic leadership to Chuck Jefferson has been serving as State the office of Congressman Silvestre Reyes oversee nearly every administrative aspect of Representative for Illinois’ 67th District since representing residents of El Paso and Fort the House—a true testament to the over- 2001 and is currently the Assistant Majority Bliss, Texas. During that year he also earned whelming bipartisan confidence in is capabili- Leader in the State Assembly. After com- a Masters in Legislative Affairs from the ties. During his tenure as CAO, Dan not only pleting six years of service in the Army, Rep- George Washington University. In January of ensured the continuity of daily operations, but resentative Jefferson moved to Rockford with 2012, he arrived in the House Army Liaison he spearheaded major internal reforms and IT his wife and began his career in public serv- Division where he assumed his role as a Leg- modernization projects that significantly im- ice. He has been involved in numerous com- islative Liaison and continued to honorably proved the House’s IT security, operational ef- munity organizations over the years, including serve as a conduit between the Army and ficiency, financial accountability and trans- the New Zion Day Care Center, United Way Congress for two years. parency. and the Rockford Sportsmen Golf Association, His great work has not gone unnoticed. Dur- Prior to his tenure as CAO, Dan worked for which organizes after-school programs for un- ing Major Roman’s distinguished service to the Committee on House Administration, U.S. derprivileged youth. this nation, he has earned awards and decora- Capitol Police and the House and Senate offi- The Booker Washington Community Center tions including: the Bronze Star with Oak Leaf cers, including the Clerk of the House and the in Rockford is Illinois’ oldest African-American Cluster, Meritorious Service Medal, Air Medal, House and Senate Sergeant at Arms, in mul- community center. It hosts an impressive array Army Commendation Medal, Combat Action tiple capacities for the betterment and safety of programs for people of all ages dedicated Badge, Army Aviator Badge, Army Parachutes of the House community. As a senior advisor to art, music, violence prevention, education Badge, and the German Proficiency Badge to the Committee, Dan provided invaluable and much more. (Gold Award). counsel on operational matters related to the Mr. Speaker, I’d like to again congratulate Mr. Speaker it is my honor to recognize the CAO, where he first started right out of col- Vic Bell and Chuck Jefferson and thank the selfless service of Major Roman and his wife lege.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:27 Dec 14, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A12DE8.042 E12DEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 12, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1857 Dan’s dedicated, longstanding service to Mr. Hall is a faithful member of the St. John system for more than three decades, who re- this great institution is understood and greatly Missionary Baptist Church at Palmetto, MS. tired at the beginning of this month. appreciated by the Members and employees He has been married to Selvey Hall for 58 Judge Horne graduated from Muhlenberg who have benefited from his work. years. He has a son, Clarence Hall, III and a College in 1965 and went on to attend William On behalf of the entire House community, daughter, Ruth Ann Evans, 8 grandchildren and Mary Law School, where he earned his we extend congratulations to Dan for his years and 2 great grandchildren. law degree in 1969. He began his career as of outstanding contributions and service to the While Mr. Hall didn’t have multiple degrees a judge advocate for the Marines and in 1979, United States House of Representatives. to attach to his name, he has many, many his love of the courtroom led him to become We wish Dan much happiness in fulfilling deeds to attach. He is well versed with com- the county’s first elected commonwealth’s at- his retirement dreams. mon sense and a sense of humility. His love torney. In 1982, he was appointed to the f for God and Humanity was instrumental in his Loudoun Circuit Court and since then has endeavors to ensure that all men were treated heard some of Loudoun’s most prominent CONGRATULATING THE LOVETT fairly, which is what lead him to becoming a cases, including the 2002 first-degree murder SCHOOL LIONS FOOTBALL TEAM Civil/Human Rights Activist. trial of Claire Schwartz, who was found guilty In 1957, he was the first Black in Issaquena of killing her father, as well as the nation’s first HON. PHIL GINGREY County to pay poll tax. Later, in 1964, he was ‘‘spam’’ case involving email advertisements. OF GEORGIA one of the founding members of the Although he is one Virginia’s most re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Issaquena County Freedom Democratic Party, spected circuit court judges and described by a political action organization that helped to Thursday, December 12, 2013 his colleagues a ‘‘the epitome of fairness’’— organize black voters into a viable political his leadership extends far beyond the court- Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, force. Mr. Hall and others appeared before the room. He helped create a bench book for today I rise to recognize The Lovett School United States Commission on Civil Rights on judges in Virginia, which has become an indis- Lions varsity football team on an exceptional February 16–20, 1965 to testify about Blacks pensable resource for those involved in the 2013 season. in Mississippi being denied the right to register legal profession. Additionally, he spearheaded This Saturday, the Region 6–AA Champion to vote and abolish the literacy test. He was the nation’s first victim-witness program and Lions will make their first championship game also fired from Akin Saw Co., when he went started a week-long law camp mentoring teen- trip to the Georgia Dome, and their first cham- to Washington D.C. seeking funds for the agers interested in law. pionship game since 2007. Child Development Group of MS which is now Outside of the legal realm, Judge Horne Following an impressive 12–1 season, the called Headstart. serves his community in other ways. In the Lions defeated Brooks County 35–12 last Fri- In 1969 Mr. Hall was one of the founding 1980’s he played an important role in the de- day in the Class AA semifinals. They now face members of Delta Foundation, Inc. and is a velopment of youth soccer programs in Lamar County in the title game. What’s more, current board member. Also, he founded the Loudoun and later formed the Loudoun Coun- they now have the opportunity to best the Issaquena County Federal Credit Union in ty Youth Lacrosse League. team that eliminated them from last year’s Mayersville, where he has been the Manager, I have had the privilege of knowing Tom for playoffs in a hard-fought game. CEO/Chairman for the past 36 years. many years. I hope that he enjoys retirement This season, Coach Mike Muschamp, his He filed a redistricting lawsuit in Issaquena with his wife, Patricia, and their children, Rob staff, and these young men have worked tire- County which resulted in the election of the and Jennifer, and grandchildren, knowing that lessly to earn their place in Georgia football first black supervisor. He was also active in he has been a pillar of the Loudoun commu- history. The team’s seniors will enter the next getting the Mississippi Congressional Districts nity for decades. I wish him all the best and chapter of their lives knowing that they have redrawn to make it possible for Blacks to be thank him for his outstanding service, both in- upheld their school’s legacy of excellence and elected into the U.S. House of Representa- side and outside of the courtroom. have set a high bar for future Lions teams. tives. Mr. Clarence Hall, Jr. has served in sev- I submit the following Leesburg Today arti- I encourage the entire team to reflect proud- eral capacities in Sharkey and Issaquena cle on Judge Horne’s remarkable accomplish- ly on their impressive season and remember County to improve life for others. He has ments. the season’s important life lessons of respon- worked at Delta Opportunities Corporation, MS [From the Leesburg Today, Dec. 5, 2013] sibility, persistence, and self-discipline. These Delta Council for Farm Workers, elected to THE EPITOME OF FAIRNESS’: HORNE RETIRES, traits will serve them well throughout their Western Line School Board, member of AFTER THREE DECADES ON LOUDOUN BENCH lives. Issaquena County Executive Committee, (By Erika Jacobson Moore) Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I wish member of the Sharkey/Issaquena Hospital Sitting in his office at the Loudoun County the Lovett Lions football team the best of luck Board of Trustees, member of the Issaquena Courthouse, Judge Thomas D. Horne is remi- in the Class AA State Championship title County Levee Board Commission and found- niscing about his high school football coach game, and congratulate them on their impres- ing member of the Lake Jackson Water Asso- in Baltimore. After being cut during tryouts sive season. This team has brought great ciation among other things. for other sports, Horne saw a flyer about a pride to their school, the city of Atlanta, and Clarence has also received several awards meeting for football. So he went. There, Georgia’s 11th District. Go Lions. throughout his life. In 1968 he received the coach George Young—a future New York Gi- ants general manager and NFL vice presi- f Rural Service Award from the Office of Eco- dent—told the group, ‘‘I won’t cut you. nomic Opportunity in Washington, D.C. and HONORING MR. CLARENCE You’ll cut yourself.’’ Horne joined the foot- awards for services to the Issaquena County HALL, JR. ball team and Young became a mentor to the Federal Credit Union, Western Line School teenager. Then, when it came time for Horne Board and the Delta Area School Board Asso- to consider college, Young stepped up. HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON ciation. ‘‘I didn’t have any money, but every week- OF MISSISSIPPI Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me end he took me to see schools,’’ Horne re- membered. That was when Horne first IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in recognizing Mr. Clarence Hall, Jr. for his learned anything about Muhlenberg College Thursday, December 12, 2013 dedication to serving others and giving back to in Pennsylvania. ‘‘I didn’t know what it was. the community. Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- I thought it must have been in Germany f somewhere. But he said, ‘This is the school er, I rise today to honor a champion, Mr. Clar- for you.’ So I went.’’ ence Hall, Jr. He has shown what can be THE RETIREMENT OF JUDGE It was his time at Muhlenberg that put done through hard work, dedication and a de- THOMAS D. HORNE Horne on the path that eventually led him to sire to make life better for others. Loudoun, where he spent more than three Mr. Clarence Hall, Jr. was born in HON. FRANK R. WOLF decades as a cornerstone in the county’s legal system. Issaquena County and attended school there. OF VIRGINIA ‘‘The point is: you can make a difference in In 1941 he volunteered for the U.S. Army, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES three of his five years of service was spent in someone else’s life. And you should,’’ he said. Thursday, December 12, 2013 It is with that philosophy that Horne has the European Theatre of Operation during approached his life and more than 30 years World War II. After completing his military Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- on the bench in Loudoun’s courtrooms. This service, Mr. Hall attended Agricultural School ognize and honor Judge Thomas D. Horne, an week marks the first time since the late for four years in Delta City, MS. integral member of Loudoun County’s justice 1970s that Horne is not a formal part of

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Clemens says there land in Virginia was challenged. ‘‘That was General Assembly appoints his replacement. are many nights when Horne would be the interesting,’’ Horne said, ‘‘because it in- ‘‘I try to set an attitude in the courtroom last one working in the courthouse, ‘‘some- volved the Compact Clause of the Constitu- that respects everybody,’’ he said. ‘‘You have times as late as 8 p.m. and I would go down tion.’’ The Compact Clause states that with- to make people understand that you are lis- the hall and his light is on and he is in there. out the consent of Congress no state can tening. That is sometimes all people want.’’ ‘‘He just has that commitment to the pro- enter into an agreement or compact with an- Known for often taking cases ‘‘under advise- fession,’’ Clemens said. ‘‘Most importantly it other state. ment’’ before issuing an opinion or ruling, was his commitment to the people involved. ‘‘Whoever thought I would be hearing a Horne said that is intentional—designed to These were people with a very important case like that here in Loudoun County?’’ give him time to really examine the argu- issue in their lives and he realized that. So Horne said with a smile. ments and consider both sides. he was willing to work very late at night or And then, of course, for years, Horne has ‘‘You have to be able to look at things ob- even come in on the weekends.’’ heard land use case after land use case as jectively . . . people can disagree with After graduating from Muhlenberg in 1965, Loudoun’s development ramped up. ‘‘In the whether you came up with the right or Horne went to the College of William and early 2000s there was always some sort of wrong answer, that’s one of the great things Mary, earning his law degree in 1969 and then land use case on the docket,’’ he said. And about this system. But you have to take the serving as a judge advocate in the Marines. many of them brought up complicated legal time,’’ he said, adding with a laugh, ‘‘Of Eventually, Horne and his family moved to questions, and involved multiple plaintiffs. course, I always think I came up with the Leesburg. He handled legal challenges that resulted right answer.’’ ‘‘At the start of my career, it was a com- from a large-scale Board of Supervisors-initi- Horne’s strides to ensure fairness and com- pletely different place,’’ he said, recalling his ated downzoning. ‘‘You’re working on passion were always present in his court- practice was set up in a building with doc- rezonings with 200 plaintiffs and all these room, according to those who have watched tors’ offices and he ‘‘always had pregnant lawyers at the top of their game and it’s just his career. Leesburg attorney Rhonda Paice, women and people with eye problems drop- you,’’ Horne said, acknowledging he appre- who credits Horne with her decision to be- ping in accidentally.’’ Horne served as an as- ciates ‘‘good lawyering’’ in his courtroom. come a lawyer, said Horne is ‘‘the epitome of sistant commonwealth’s attorney in the Domestic relations cases were always a everything I thought was right with that 1970s—it was a part-time position so he kept staple of Horne’s docket, including divorce [legal] profession.’’ In high school, Paice his private practice as well. and child custody cases. In those, he often shadowed Horne when he was an assistant ‘‘You were on a first-name basis with ev- got the ‘‘greatest satisfaction’’ because ‘‘in commonwealth’s attorney and then worked eryone,’’ he said. ‘‘But in 1972, Leesburg was some of these cases the parents are just liti- as his courtroom clerk the summer after she still a fairly closed society. The newspaper gating constantly.’’ graduated from college in 1983. was still really a society column, about who ‘‘It’s when I hear from one of those kids ‘‘He was an extremely skilled trial attor- was vacationing . . . and I’m just a guy who and they say they have bonded again with ney,’’ she recalled. ‘‘He was very polished in moved here from Reston with my family.’’ both parents that I get such a sense of satis- the courtroom. But he never really took ad- In 1979, he campaigned to be the county’s faction,’’ he said, recalling one case in par- vantage. first elected commonwealth’s attorney. ‘‘Everything he did as a prosecutor it was ticular, in which a wife did not want her hus- Horne said he felt drawn to public service. ‘‘I really him thinking, is this furthering the band to have any contact with their chil- love the courtroom. I love the challenge of ends of justice? He was just really advanced dren. The father was going overseas to Iraq the courtroom,’’ he said. at walking the line between doing his job as and ‘‘I was able to create a moment’’ for the Former Clerk of the Court Fred Howard a prosecutor, but doing it in the right cir- father and his children, Horne recalled. ‘‘He first got to know Horne during that 1979 cumstances and giving people a break when ended up going over there and he was killed. campaign, and he recalls Horne’s commit- they needed it.’’ And that was the last moment they had to- Bill Mims, who was elected to serve as a ment coming through as he campaigned. ‘‘He gether.’’ justice on the Supreme Court of Virginia in walked all the way across Loudoun County,’’ Horne’s influence in the courtroom 2010, practiced law in front of Horne when he Howard said. ‘‘He would stop and do cam- stretches beyond Leesburg, as well. He was was an attorney in Loudoun, and echoed paign stops along the way, but he walked the an integral part of the effort to create the those sentiments. In an email, Mims entire county. I even wrote a song for his bench book for judges in the commonwealth. harkened back to the words of U.S. Supreme campaign . . . he walked ‘from the hills of The book serves as a reference for judges, at- Court Justice Potter Stewart, who said, Northern Loudoun to the plains of Sterling torneys and other members of the legal pro- ‘‘Justice is fairness.’’ Park’.’’ fession. ‘‘Judge Horne is the epitome of fairness,’’ After Horne was elected Commonwealth’s He also worked on the judicial boundary Mims wrote. ‘‘He always applies the law Attorney, Howard said he always was struck realignment that benchmarks how many faithfully, but also with equity. A judge can by how dedicated to the legal process he was, judges are needed in Virginia, and in specific receive no higher praise.’’ with one case coming to mind immediately. localities, based on the number of case hours Clerk of the Circuit Court Gary Clemens A man had been charged with breaking and worked, the number of cases and how many first met Horne in the early 1990s, when he entering, but said he was innocent because judges are needed to handle the total. The was a witness in a domestic case. ‘‘Even at he had been at McDonald’s at the time of the document easily makes the case, Horne said, that point I was very impressed with his de- crime—even going so far as to say what he for the need to fill his position quickly, and meanor, his compassion and actual interest ate. Horne went back and checked the man’s to add a fourth judge in the circuit court in in the people who were before him with a alibi, finding out that the day of the crime Loudoun. court proceeding,’’ Clemens said. When was the only day that restaurant had ever Horne recalled how he recently had some- Clemens became an investigator with the been closed. one tell him they had never seen him get Commonwealth’s Attorney’s Office a few ‘‘He was always very thorough,’’ Howard upset until he had to tell someone that he years later, he began spending more time in recalled. ‘‘The look on that boy’s face was could not hear their case. ‘‘We just don’t Horne’s courtroom. priceless.’’ have the manpower,’’ he said of Loudoun’s ‘‘You could tell he had respect for everyone Since being appointed to the Loudoun Cir- Circuit Court. who appeared before him, even the criminal cuit Court in 1982, Horne has presided over The ability to make a difference also drove defendants,’’ he said. ‘‘He ensured those some of Loudoun’s most well known cases— Horne’s work outside the courtroom. rights were upheld. You could tell that with from one of the earliest ‘‘shaken baby’’ man- As a prosecutor he helped start the coun- the way he was talking and how he treated slaughter cases in 1995, which ended in a mis- ty’s victim-witness program, the first of its them he wasn’t really judging them, he was trial and resulted in a guilty plea to a child kind in the nation. ‘‘You are trying to bring just upholding the law and applying the abuse charge, to the 2002 first-degree murder [victims] a sense of closure. That is really law.’’ trial of Clara Schwartz, who was found what this is all about; you’re trying to reach The Loudoun Circuit Court has been guilty of killing her father and luring two that closure for people,’’ he said. stretched this year with Horne and Judge men into the plot. More than a dozen years ago, he started Burke F. McCahill picking up additional He also heard the first SPAM case in the Law Camp for high school students in the cases after the General Assembly failed to country, where he sentenced a North Caro- 20th Judicial Circuit, which brings lawyers appoint a replacement for Judge James lina man to prison for flooding AOL accounts together to train students to conduct moot Chamblin, who retired in April. Judge Ste- with thousands of bulk email advertise- court trials, give speeches and hear from phen E. Sincavage was appointed by Gov. ments. The case was tried in Loudoun be- guest speakers. Paice recalled being called Bob McDonnell this summer, but must be cause AOL is located in the county. The Vir- into Horne’s office with a couple other attor- confirmed by the state legislature in the up- ginia Supreme Court later deemed the anti- neys. coming session. spam statute in the Virginia State Code un- He said, I have this idea and I want to do Even with the additional work in his final constitutional, something Horne had called this camp, a sleepover that will last a week, year, a week before his retirement Horne into question when imposing his sentence. and we’ll have lawyers who will mentor

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He thought the legal Beyond the tangible work Horne does in the needs of our communities in a way the profession gets a bad rap, and it can be hard Loudoun that will be absent with his retire- for kids to see how much good lawyers can ment, it is the intangible that will be impos- government never can. I ask my colleagues to do. He said, ‘I think that is a really good pro- sible to replace. join me in recognizing the Centre’s 25 years of gram to showcase the things that lawyers do ‘‘I have dreaded 2013 for so long,’’ Paice service and thank them for their continued in the community.’ ’’ said. ‘‘I have always had a feeling that as contributions to the Adrian community. Ian Duggan, a Loudoun Valley High School long as he was in that courthouse justice was f graduate, participated in law camp in 2002. going to be done, whether it was in front of Now a JAG serving in Turkey, he credits his him or not. Divorce, criminal, land use, he HONORING THE LIFE OF CAPTAIN interest in law directly to his interactions was going to be there to be sure that justice NAO YENG VANG with Horne. Duggan first met Horne in the was done. And he is not going to be there. It eighth grade, when Horne was coaching him is totally an end of an era for this commu- HON. JIM COSTA in lacrosse and ‘‘knew [Horne] had a passion nity.’’ OF CALIFORNIA for the law.’’ Then when he got into high Duggan, who also worked for him as a law school and participated in law camp, it fur- clerk one summer, said one of the things IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ther spurred his interest in the legal profes- Horne worked to instill in him was the im- Thursday, December 12, 2013 sion. portance of people—something he tries to re- ‘‘Looking at him as a lawyer, he is a good Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to member every day he works as an attorney. pay tribute to the life of Captain Nao Yeng example of what you want to be,’’ Duggan Duggan said he has an ‘‘indelible mark’’ on said in a phone interview from Turkey. ‘‘I him of Horne placing his hands on his shoul- Vang, who passed away on November 16, saw the way people respected him. He did a ders and telling him: 2013 at the age of 67. Captain Vang was an good job of bringing a lot of people from the ‘‘The law programs, the buildings they are extraordinary person, and he will always be Bar out and supporting the effort. Not many all great, but at the end of the day it is the remembered as an iconic hero to the Hmong people could do that.’’ people that really make the system work people. Horne, along with McCahill, also presided . . . it doesn’t matter if you don’t have the Captain Vang never attended school, but over Loudoun’s Drug Court until the Board right people.’’ learned to read, write, and speak Lao fluently of Supervisors cut its funding last year. A on his own. In 1964, at 18 years old, he was common target for budget cuts before it was f recruited by the Central Intelligence Agency eliminated in 2012, Horne often spoke pas- PERSONAL EXPLANATION sionately about the program and the impact (CIA) and served as a Captain under the late it can have, telling supervisors in 2009 that General Vang Pao during the Vietnam War. he would ‘‘rather take home hours of home- HON. ALLYSON Y. SCHWARTZ He bravely fought and directed Hmong sol- work’’ than see the program cut. OF PENNSYLVANIA diers to fight against communists and saved He calls his work for the community ‘‘an IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES many American soldiers from torture. extension of being a judge.’’ In February 1965, Captain Vang married Yia ‘‘I tell the new judges—that is my advice— Thursday, December 12, 2013 Yang in Ban Soun, Laos. They were married don’t go and hide. Don’t sit up on high. Be for 38 years until Mrs. Vang passed away on out in the community; get out with people. Ms. SCHWARTZ. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall Yes, you have your judicial ethics, and you No. 635, I was unable to be present for H.R. October 18, 2003. They had six sons: Moua don’t talk about your cases, but you need to 3212. Had I been present, I would have voted Pao Vang, Chia Neng Vang, Kou Vang, Thai talk with people, and know them and under- ‘‘yes.’’ Vang, Ger Vang, and Nou Vang, and seven daughters: Ka Ying Vang, My Vang, Kia May stand them. You need to understand people,’’ f he said. Vang, Maiyer Vang, Pa Houa Vang, Stacey And Horne’s influence on Loudoun’s com- TRIBUTE TO LENAWEE CHRISTIAN Bao Vang, and Kathleen Kalia Vang. munity stretches far beyond the legal sys- FAMILY CENTRE Captain Vang and his family settled in tem. In the early 1980s, he helped youth soc- Nampong, Thailand on May 13, 1975. They cer form in the county, and at the end of lived in Thailand for three years as refugees that decade he formed the Loudoun County HON. TIM WALBERG before receiving asylum from the United Youth Lacrosse League. The sport was one of OF MICHIGAN States government in 1978. The Vang family his passions growing up, and one he passed IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on to his son, Rob. resided in Hamilton, Montana where Captain ‘‘I distinctly remember our first catch, I Thursday, December 12, 2013 Vang worked as a press operator for three years. In 1980, he co-founded the Lao Family had my baseball mitt and then we would Mr. WALBERG. I rise today to recognize the trade off [with the lacrosse stick],’’ Rob branch in Montana. The organization was de- 25 years of service provided by the Lenawee Horne said. ‘‘I really took to it very quickly. veloped to help and empower refugees to Christian Family Centre to the community of I think he saw how passionate I was about adapt and become successful members of Adrian, Michigan. the sport, and he wanted to provide me with American society. an outlet . . . and in 1989 he founded lacrosse The ‘‘Centre,’’ as it is popularly known, of- The Vang family eventually moved to Fres- in the county.’’ fers a variety of fitness, sports and other pro- no, California in 1982. Captain Vang was an Rob Horne said his father is his hero, in no grams enjoyed by over 4,000 members of the small part because of his passion for his com- independent farmer in Fresno for 16 years. As community. The brainchild of local philan- a farmer, he was able to engage in Hmong munity and his ability to be just as pas- thropists Orville and Ruth Merillat, the Centre sionate about his family. Growing up the son and American politics. He encouraged the of a judge, Rob Horne always faced questions was originally built on a vision of providing a Hmong community to vote during election cy- about a perceived strict household. place for young people in the community to cles. Voting was a very important aspect in his ‘‘[My friends] thought that things were in- gather. While the Centre has grown over the life because in Laos, citizens did not have the credibly strict and heavy handed in our years and their programs have changed, the right to vote and speak freely. Due to his in- house. They were not,’’ he said. ‘‘My father underlying mission has remained the same: to volvement with American politics, he was able had an amazing ability to leave the office, encourage families and serve them in a to meet former Secretary of State Hillary Clin- the courthouse, behind. He never carried any Christ-centered way. of that baggage home.’’ ton as well as many state, county, and city In addition to his dedication to youth I had the distinct honor to have served on elected officials. sports, Horne is a former Boy Scouts cub the founding board of the Centre and continue Captain Vang was a member of Lao Vet- master, Loudoun County High School PTA to be impressed to see how they’ve grown erans of America, Inc. He served as an advi- president and the first chairman of Loudoun over the years to meet a great need in the sor to the Hmong community and participated County High School’s all-night, drug-free Adrian community and all of Lenawee County. in various organizations as a community lead- graduation organizing committee. Today, the Centre offers fitness options that er, educator, and cultural advisor. When he ‘‘He has this selfless approach that he has range from a pool and exercise equipment to spoke at community events he urged the taken throughout his adult life in all facets of our community,’’ the younger Horne, now a climbing wall and handball courts. They Hmong community to be productive citizens, a teacher at Middleburg Academy, said. ‘‘It have a cafe, an auditorium, and host a num- to be united, and to love and support one an- is this inexhaustible energy that he has. ber of classes, wellness programs and family- other. He was a tireless supporter of edu- That is something that I have really tried to oriented events. Through all these offerings, cation and encouraged students to stay in draw from him. When you undertake an en- which are available to everyone in the commu- school and pursue a higher education.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:27 Dec 14, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A12DE8.049 E12DEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1860 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2013 Mr. Speaker, it is with great respect that I CONGRATULATING DANA ELEMEN- company began with just one employee—Mr. ask my colleagues in the House of Represent- TARY SCHOOL FOR BEING Watts himself—and now employs about 100 atives to pay tribute to the life of Captain Nao NAMED A 21ST CENTURY LEARN- people. Recently, the firm celebrated its 25th Yeng Vang. He will always be remembered as ING EXEMPLAR SCHOOL BY THE anniversary. Mr. Watts received many busi- an influential member of our very important PARTNERSHIP FOR 21ST CEN- ness and design awards for his work, perhaps Hmong community. TURY SKILLS the most prominent being the U.S. Small Busi- ness Administration Graduate Firm of the Year f HON. MARK MEADOWS Award in 2010. Dedicated to giving back to communities RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF OF NORTH CAROLINA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that helped him grow, Mr. Watts was a mem- BILL KREITLEIN ber of the Tuskegee University Alumni Asso- Thursday, December 12, 2013 ciation, and frequently returned to the school HON. SPENCER BACHUS Mr. MEADOWS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to to raise funds to upgrade the engineering de- OF ALABAMA congratulate Dana Elementary School in Hen- partment and for scholarships. He helped fund dersonville, North Carolina, for being named a the Watts Family Scholarships at Alabama IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 21st Century Learning Exemplar School by the State University in honor of his mother, who Thursday, December 12, 2013 Partnership for 21st Century Skills (P21). was a graduate of the university. Mr. Watts Mr. BACHUS. Mr. Speaker, a true friend of The 21st Century Learning Exemplar Pro- also generously contributed to schools in his veterans in the State of Alabama, Bill Kreitlein, gram seeks to identify, document, promote native Western New York. His company pro- is retiring after many years of loyal service in and celebrate examples of successful 21st vides scholarships every year at the University my district office in Birmingham. On this occa- century learning across the country. For the at Buffalo for minority students, one for the sion I would like to bring to the attention of the past 10 years, P21 has advocated for 21st School of Engineering and one for the School House of Representatives his dedicated work century readiness for every student. of Architecture. Mr. Watts completed the Uni- on behalf of our men and women in uniform Last spring, the North Carolina Department versity at Buffalo Center for Entrepreneurial as well as the entirety of his service to the dis- of Public Instruction nominated Dana Elemen- Leadership Program, and for more than 10 trict. tary for the 21st Century Learning Exemplar years he returned as a mentor for numerous Bill was one of the first people I asked to Program. After visiting classrooms and inter- business owners. join my district office staff when I was origi- viewing teachers and students at the school, Mr. Watts was a member of the Lincoln Me- nally elected in 1992. He has been a primary P21 stated, ‘‘A coordinated effort between morial United Methodist Church and served on liaison for my constituents to a variety of fed- school leadership and teachers helps students its board of trustees as church treasurer. His eral agencies. Bill has served two ‘‘tours of develop problem-solving skills, a collaborative favorite pastime was playing the Robert Trent duty’’ as a permanent full-time employee and mindset and a goal-oriented approach to Jones Golf Trail in Alabama—a passion he more recently as an invaluable part-time staff learning.’’ pursued at home as well. He organized the member. His personal style has been to work Dana Elementary has also been awarded Watts Open Golf Tournament for his employ- in a respectful and determined way to try to one of six National School Change Awards ees as well as the American Institute of Archi- solve problems for people. from the National Principal Leadership Insti- tects/American Council of Engineering Con- tute. sultants of Western New York Golf Tour- As a member of the Alabama National In May, I had the opportunity to visit Dana nament. Guard from 1966 to 1972, Bill was the natural Elementary and see the school’s innovative Mr. Watts’s dedication to his community was choice to handle military and veterans affairs teaching techniques firsthand. By combining a equaled by his love for his family. issues in my district office. The members of dynamic curriculum and modern technology, Together, he and his wife of forty-four years, our military, their families, and veterans have Dana Elementary engages students and pre- Lydia, raised two sons, Edward and Jonathan. greatly benefited from his concern, diligence, pares them for the future. Mr. Watts was close with his siblings, Dr. Viv- and effectiveness. He has worked tirelessly to Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the entire 11th ian DeShields, Claudette Camp, Dr. Geraldine help veterans obtain rightfully-earned benefits, District of North Carolina, I congratulate Prin- Bell, and Harold Watts. health care, and military honors and to ad- cipal Kelly Schofield and the entire team at Mr. Speaker, thank you for allowing me the dress challenges facing active duty members. Dana Elementary for being named a 21st opportunity to recognize Mr. Watts’s incredible Bill’s unique blend of maturity, experience, and Century Learning Exemplar School and thank contributions to Buffalo’s architecture and en- insight has provided relief and comfort to them for their commitment to our future lead- gineering community, as well as his admirable many military families during times of great ers. philanthropy. I extend my deepest condo- distress. As a result, Bill is held in the highest lences to his family, and am truly appreciative regard by veterans groups in the Birmingham f of all his great works. region and the State of Alabama. HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY f Bill is a native son of Alabama, having been OF EDWARD O. WATTS, SR. born in Mobile on May 11, 1941. After attend- HONORING THE TUTWILER FU- ing high school in Pensacola, Florida, he re- HON. BRIAN HIGGINS NERAL HOMES 220 HANCOCK ceived his bachelor’s degree from Livingston OF NEW YORK STREET AND 218 HANCOCK State College in Livingston, Alabama. Like STREET AND MRS. ANN COUTEE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES many conservatives of his generation, he began his involvement in politics during the Thursday, December 12, 2013 HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON presidential campaign of Barry Goldwater in Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to OF MISSISSIPPI 1964. He has been active on the Republican acknowledge Edward O. Watts, Sr., director of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES State Executive Committee in Alabama, run Watts Architecture & Engineering, who passed for the Jefferson County School Board, and away on October 31, 2013 in Buffalo at the Thursday, December 12, 2013 worked on my first campaign for Congress. age of 70. Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- Because of his unwavering devotion and A native of the State of Alabama, Mr. Watts er, I rise today to honor two historic sites in steadfast pursuit of excellence in his duties, attended school there, graduating from Cam- the Second Congressional District of Mis- Bill has been a great asset to me and the peo- den Academy. He earned a bachelor’s degree sissippi. The Tutwiler Funeral Homes are both ple of the Sixth District. The quality most asso- in mechanical engineering from Tuskegee Uni- located in Tutwiler, MS. ciated with Bill by anyone who has come in versity, and went on to gain his master’s de- Mr. Speaker it is important that I make men- contact with him on either a professional or gree from Baldwin Wallace College. tion of the addresses of the Tutwiler Funeral personal basis is ‘‘kindness.’’ He has dem- Mr. Watts began his career at Lockheed Homes. The original one is located at 220 onstrated how to achieve success by living out Martin in Atlanta as a design engineer, and Hancock St. There is a newer structure lo- one’s faith and principles and by treating all in- moved on to work for DuPont in Cleveland, cated at 218 Hancock St. dividuals with respect and decency, and that is Ohio, before being transferred to Niagara 220 Hancock Street is the original Tutwiler a wonderful and satisfying legacy to have es- Falls. He was able to follow the American Funeral Home. History has documented the tablished during a distinguished career in pub- Dream and start his own business, now known funeral home as having several owners. When lic service. as Watts Architecture & Engineering. The Mr. C.M. ‘‘Chick’’ Nelson owned it, it was for

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He served as Secretary of the eventually purchased by Mr. Edward Thomas In the beginning she did all her own driving Pennsylvania Junior Dairy Show from 1972 to and sold to Mrs. Ann Coutee for $33,000 in to pick up deceased individuals, traveling near 1991 and was honored for his lifetime commit- 1981, who is still the current owner. When she and far, and oftentimes alone. She said em- ment at the 50th annual show in 2005. In purchased it, the building was in need of re- balming was never her choice but rather the 1974, he established the position of Super- pair and equipment. It came with one old cosmetics of preparation. Since the funeral intendent of the All American Dairy Show 4– hearse and outdated embalming equipment. home business was new to her, she joined the H and FFA Youth Dairy Forum, and he con- At a time when Mississippi was experi- National Funeral Directors Association and tinues to fulfill those duties to this day. Addi- encing racial turmoil it played a significant role maintained a membership for years. At her tionally, he has served as treasurer of the PA in the embalming and burying of black folks. first meeting, she said, she could not figure 4–H Horse Program Development Committee On August 31, 1955, the Tutwiler Funeral out why she was the only black and a woman since 1980, is on the Board of Directors of Home prepared the remains of Emmett Till. At attending the meeting. Well, she soon learned Therapeutic Riding Association of Cumberland the time Mr. Woodrow ‘‘Champ’’ Jackson was the invitation to join was meant for the pre- County for handicapped children, and is a liai- the embalmer who prepared his remains. In vious owner, Mr. Edward Thomas, a white son to the Carlisle Rotary Club. October 1985, Michael Anthony Felton, a fif- male from Webb, MS. Not only did she learn Mr. Speaker, for his outstanding service to teen year old boy from Cleveland, MS, was that but while at the meeting, she was asked both 4–H and the Carlisle community, I com- believed to be the first Aids victim in the State how she acquired the building because the all mend Mr. Duane G. Duncan and wish him the after having contracted it from a blood trans- white membership said, ‘‘black women don’t best of luck in his future endeavors. fusion. His family entrusted his remains to the own funeral homes unless they inherit it.’’ f Tutwiler Funeral Home. His death captured Well, just so you will know, she responded, ‘‘I statewide attention in both Mississippi and do and I purchased it.’’ Nevertheless, she PERSONAL EXPLANATION Tennessee, and was even filmed for tele- stayed on because she was determined to vision. Robert Turner, who was the son of learn the business and stay connected. Her HON. YVETTE D. CLARKE Mrs. Coutee and in line to take over the fu- struggles to stay on and learn the funeral OF NEW YORK neral home for his mother after becoming a li- home business is another story to be told IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES censed embalmer died suddenly. Well, as you later. Mr. Woodrow ‘‘Champ’’ Jackson re- Thursday, December 12, 2013 will know, Mrs. Coutee stepped in and han- mained on as her embalmer for many years. I am compelled to mention that under the Ms. CLARKE. Mr. Speaker, as a member of dled the entire arrangement of his burial. The the official Congressional Delegation to Johan- Tutwiler Funeral Home has a presence and ownership of Mrs. Coutee and funeral home director, Aaron Gunn III, the Tutwiler Funeral nesburg, South Africa to attend the memorial reputation that has withstood time. It has trav- services for former President Nelson Mandela, eled beyond the city limits to handle the re- Home is open to people of all races and eth- nic groups in need of burial services—that’s I missed the votes on Tuesday, December 10, mains of loved ones all across Mississippi and 2013 and Wednesday, December 11, 2013. the United States (e.g., Chicago, IL; Provi- right no more ‘‘blacks only.’’ Through that determination and grit, Mrs. Had I been present, I would have voted: dence, RI; Mobile, AL; St. Louis, MO; Spring- ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall No. 630, H.R. 3521—Author- field, MO). Coutee managed to not only raise her children to be successful but as it turned out, none of ize VA Medical Facility Leases; ‘‘yes’’ on roll- Black churches were significant sure call No. 631, H.R. 1402—VA Expiring Authori- enough for funeral, social events, and even them are in the funeral home business. Her success did not stop there because as time ties Extension Act; ‘‘no’’ on rollcall No. 632, civic meetings to say the least. But under the H.R. 2019—Gabriella Miller Kids First Re- ownership of Mrs. Coutee the Tutwiler Funeral passed she managed to acquire other prop- erties in Tutwiler. She is the owner of a large search Act of 2013; ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall No. 633, Home served dual roles. It was also a chapel H.R. 2319—Native American Veterans’ Memo- for services and auditorium for blacks, as the majority of the previously white owned busi- nesses and vacant lots in town, 208 Hancock rial Amendments Act of 2013; ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall town folks called it. The Tutwiler community No. 634, S. 1471—Alicia Dawn Koehl Respect was limited in its ability to provide recreational St., 210 Hancock St., 212 Hancock St., 214 Hancock St., 216 Hancock St., 218 Hancock for National Cemeteries Act; ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall buildings, meeting halls, and public structures No. 635, H.R. 3212—Sean and David Gold- for blacks to meet. In 2002, Hurricane Isidore St., 220 Hancock St., and 222 Hancock St. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me man International Child Abduction Prevention came through and toppled the historic Tutwiler in recognizing the Tutwiler Funeral Homes at and Return Act of 2013; and ‘‘yes’’ on rollcall Funeral Home. The remains of the building 220 and 218 Hancock Street along with the No. 636, H.R. 1992—Israel QME Enhance- from the storm are still in place, where the owner Mrs. Ann Coutee for their contribution ment Act. ceiling buckled in on top of one of the hearse. f 218 Hancock Street is home to the new to the black community and black funeral Tutwiler Funeral Home. In 2002 after the origi- home business. PERSONAL EXPLANATION nal Tutwiler Funeral Home was destroyed, f Mrs. Coutee immediately sprang into action to DUANE G. DUNCAN, NATIONAL 4–H HON. TOM MARINO rebuild. She made sure the new structure HALL OF FAME INDUCTEE OF PENNSYLVANIA maintained its ability to meet the needs of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tutwiler and all that have a need to use it be- HON. LOU BARLETTA Thursday, December 12, 2013 cause she included a chapel-meeting room. OF PENNSYLVANIA In March 2013, Frank Ratliff, the son of Mrs. Mr. MARINO. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Z.L. Ratliff, the owner of the infamous River- 631 I was unable to make the vote due to in- side Hotel in Clarksdale, MS, remains was in Thursday, December 12, 2013 clement weather. Had I been present, I would have voted the care of the Tutwiler Funeral Home. Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Mrs. Ann Coutee is still the owner of the Duane G. Duncan of Carlisle, Pennsylvania ‘‘yea.’’ Tutwiler Funeral Home. She moved back to who was inducted into the National 4–H Hall f Mississippi in 1977 as a 43-year-old widow of of Fame this year. CONGRATULATING JAMES CLEVE- six children. Her education and training span Mr. Duncan became an active participant in LAND HUGHES III ON ACHIEVING across several occupations, real estate, school 4–H at the age of 12 and continued to con- THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT librarian, hospital manager, and a licensed tribute to the organization while attending col- cosmetologist in both Illinois and Mississippi. lege at Penn State University. After graduating HON. JOHN L. MICA from Penn State in 1958, he worked in Adams So, the funeral home business was not her ini- OF FLORIDA County as an Assistant County Agent where tial or preferred choice. But she wanted to be IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a business owner, provide steady support for he continued to collaborate with 4–H. In 1967, her children and build a business she could Mr. Duncan was promoted to Cumberland Thursday, December 12, 2013 pass on to them, and serve the community. County Extension Director. He continued to Mr. MICA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- Mrs. Coutee is the mother of six children, work with 4–H horse and dairy programs until ognize, honor and congratulate an outstanding two boys and four girls. Her children are Mar- retiring in 2003 after 45 years of service. constituent of my district, James

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The ship, self-discipline and perseverance while the Department of Health and Human Serv- Oakland County Community Mental Health serving his family, friends and community. ices to evaluate the economic impact of allow- Authority helps to fill this void by ensuring that Only about five percent of Boy Scouts earn ing reimbursement for certain low vision de- more than 22,000 Oakland County citizens the rank of Eagle Scout. The awarding of the vices under the Social Security Act. Coverage have access to high quality mental health rank of Eagle Scout is a performance-based of such devices could help Medicare bene- services. The Authority provides lifesaving achievement with high standards that have ficiaries with low vision lead healthy, safe, and services to those adults and children who are been well maintained over the past century. independent lives. affected by mental health illness, emotional James Hughes has met every test and chal- f disturbance, or substance abuse. Most notable lenge to pass through the ranks of the Boy is the Authority’s dedication to serving the Scouts. Those aspiring to be Eagle Scouts PERSONAL EXPLANATION under- and uninsured. must fulfill requirements in the areas of leader- Today, the Authority serves as a national ship, service and outdoor skills. To dem- HON. ALLYSON Y. SCHWARTZ leader in the delivery of quality mental health onstrate proficiency as a scout, each Boy OF PENNSYLVANIA services that improve the health and quality of Scout must achieve merit badges in the areas life of those who are in need of mental health IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of First Aid, Citizenship, Environment, Fitness, support. Family Life and much more. Thursday, December 12, 2013 As part of its services, the Authority is open- The work ethic James has shown in his Ms. SCHWARTZ. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall ing a new Resource and Crisis Services Cen- Eagle Scout projects, and every other project No. 636, H.R. 1992, I was unable to be ter for Oakland County citizens. This facility leading up to his Eagle Scout rank, speaks present. Had I been present, I would have will serve as an accessible centralized re- volumes about his commitment to assisting his voted ‘‘yes.’’ source for individuals facing crisis and seeking community and serving a cause greater than f referral to quality support and mental health himself. It is my honor to commend James services. I congratulate Oakland County Com- Hughes for his achievement of the rank of HONORING THE W.H. JEFFERSON munity Mental Health Authority for its new Re- Eagle Scout. James will join the ranks of fel- FUNERAL HOME source and Crisis Services Center, and I look low Eagle Scouts like President Gerald R. forward to the Authority’s expanded impact in Ford, Neil Armstrong and Florida Governor HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON our community. Rick Scott. Mr. Speaker, the Oakland County Commu- OF MISSISSIPPI Mr. Speaker, the example set by this young nity Mental Health Authority will celebrate its IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES man and his supportive family demonstrates many contributions to the Oakland County the rewards of hard work, dedication and per- Thursday, December 12, 2013 community on December 17, 2013. I ask my severance. James’s devotion to the Boy Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- colleagues to join me in congratulating the Scouts over the past decade is laudable, and er, I rise today to honor a historic and family Oakland County Community Mental Health I congratulate him on his achievement. I thank legacy, W. H. Jefferson Funeral Home. Authority, and its dedicated staff, for its five him for his dedication to service and know we W. H. Jefferson Funeral Home was founded decades of service to Michigan residents. can expect great things from him in the future. in 1894 by William Henry and Lucy Jefferson. f I invite my colleagues in the House to join me Mr. Jefferson was the first African-American in congratulating James Cleveland Hughes III HONORING LCDR DANIEL funeral director in the State of Mississippi, PROCHAZKA, USN on obtaining the rank of Eagle Scout, and I while Mrs. Jefferson was a leader in edu- wish him continued success in his future en- cation. Both fought hard to make Vicksburg deavors. and Warren County a wonderful place for all HON. ROBERT J. WITTMAN OF VIRGINIA f its citizens. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MEDICARE DEMONSTRATION OF The Jeffersons’ values for service, integrity, COVERAGE FOR LOW VISION DE- excellence and putting people first are hon- Thursday, December 12, 2013 VICES ACT OF 2013 ored by the facility that carries their name. The Mr. WITTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to new facility, completed in 2002, provides large recognize those men and women who have HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY visitation rooms, a chapel that seats over 300, served this great Nation with honor, men such OF NEW YORK a spacious break room, and unlimited parking. as Lieutenant Commander Daniel ‘‘Prozac’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The business has grown with Vicksburg Prochazka, United States Navy. through the leadership of the family from gen- For the past year, Lieutenant Commander Thursday, December 12, 2013 eration to generation. Currently, W. H. Jeffer- Prochazka, a proud naval aviator and grad- Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New York. son Funeral Home is co-owned by James E. uate of Georgia Tech, served on my staff as Mr. Speaker, it is estimated that more than 60 Jefferson, Jr. and his uncle, Robert, Sr. a Congressional Defense Fellow. During his million Americans are at risk of serious vision Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me assignment, he served as a senior member of loss—a number expected to increase as the in recognizing the W. H. Jefferson Funeral my staff responsible for defense, veterans, for- baby boomer generation ages. Along with my Home for its legacy and strong history in the eign affairs and intelligence matters. Lieuten- colleague Rep. GUS BILIRAKIS, I am proud to Vicksburg and Warren County, Mississippi, ant Commander Prochazka executed his work introduce legislation to support Americans with area. as a liaison to the constituents of the First Dis- limited or impaired vision. For someone with a f trict and the numerous defense installations in visual impairment, reading a book or crossing the First District with distinction. Furthermore, the street could be blurred or distorted even 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE OAK- he provided exceptional support to me as my with the help of glasses or contact lenses. In LAND COUNTY COMMUNITY MEN- staff liaison to the House Armed Services many cases a physician can prescribe mag- TAL HEALTH AUTHORITY Committee in my role as a Subcommittee nifiers or special optical devices to help an in- Chairman and as the Co-Chair of the Con- dividual remain independent. While there are a HON. SANDER M. LEVIN gressional Shipbuilding Caucus. wide variety of options to help people with low OF MICHIGAN Lieutenant Commander Prochazka directly vision, currently, there is an exclusion from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES contributed to my goal of providing excellent Medicare coverage for devices that include a constituent service to the people of the First lens to aid vision or provide magnification of Thursday, December 12, 2013 District. He was responsible for bringing nu- images for impaired vision. Ultimately, not Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- merous constituent inquiries to a successful having these assistance devices could shift ognize the 50th anniversary of the Oakland conclusion and he was able to leverage his more individuals from independent living to County Community Mental Health Authority’s personal and operational experience to re- care facilities or nursing homes. service to the Oakland County community. spond to the most challenging inquiries.

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It was seventy-five years ago when the Prochazka took on projects with regional, state countries we are doing business with are ad- Wagner-O’Day Act originally helped spur the and national implications, demonstrating his hering to basic environmental standards. creation of NIB, whose mission is to enhance ability to view a challenge from many angles Green 301 would allow the U.S. government economic and personal independence for the and develop innovative solutions often requir- to impose penalties, including the increase of blind and visually impaired. Each day NIB up- ing collaboration across many levels of gov- tariffs, on countries that: fail to effectively en- holds its mission by relentlessly creating, sus- ernment. force the environmental laws of a foreign taining, and improving employment opportuni- Lieutenant Commander Prochazka’s work country; waived or otherwise derogated from ties for those who it serves. ethic, duty to mission, and commitment to the environmental laws of a foreign country or To best meet its objectives, the NIB collabo- servant leadership is without equal. I believe weakened the protections afforded by such rates with over ninety-one associated nonprofit that his personal drive to achieve excellence laws; fail to provide for judicial or administra- agencies—based in thirty-five states and in his work has and will set a very high stand- tive proceedings giving access to remedies for home to more than two hundred and fifty loca- ard for his peers. violations of the environmental laws of a for- tions—which includes the Winston-Salem In- I would also like to thank Lieutenant Com- eign country; fail to provide appropriate and dustries for the Blind, IFB, located in North mander Prochazka for the service and sac- effective sanctions or remedies for violations Carolina. rifice he has made, and continues to make, for of the environmental laws of a foreign country; In August of this year, I had the pleasure of our Nation and our great Navy. His keen or fail to effectively enforce environmental being invited to visit the Winston-Salem Indus- sense of honor, impeccable integrity, bound- commitments in agreements to which a foreign tries for the Blind in Asheville, NC. During my less work ethic, and loyal devotion to duty country and the United States are a Party. tour, I was fortunate to learn that the facility’s earned him the respect and admiration of my The promise of an open, mutually beneficial state-of-the-art cutting and ultra-sonic welding staff and the First District of Virginia. After trade relationship with the U.S. is both a carrot capabilities enable workers to compete for spending the last 12 years as an E–2C Hawk- and a stick. Green 301 lets our trade partners new, complex commercial and government op- eye pilot in Japan and Virginia and completing know that, not only does the United States ex- portunities. More impressive was the con- eight deployments, which included flying com- pect our partners to adhere to environmental fidence and independence that Asheville’s bat support missions over Iraq and Afghani- agreements, but now there could be serious first-rate facility brought to its workforce—com- stan, Lieutenant Commander Prochazka and economic penalties for countries that don’t prised of more than fifty individuals who are his family are headed to Norfolk, VA where he hold up their end of the bargain. either blind or visually impaired—that has My support for international trade agree- will become the Executive Officer of VAW– earned competitive contracts with our U.S. ments has always been predicated on the no- 125, the ‘‘Tiger Tails.’’ Lieutenant Commander military and internationally-recognized achieve- tion that agreements establish a fair, rules- Prochazka, who has been selected for the ments in quality control. based trading regime. The economy of my rank of Commander, will return to sea and to In the last few years, IFB has employed state is heavily trade-dependent. Oregon’s leading Sailors as he goes back into harm’s over three hundred blind and visually impaired iconic brands would not exist without strong way to execute his trade as naval aviator in workers at manufacturing facilities located in international trading relationships. Oregon’s Asheville and Winston Salem. Both facilities the service of this great Nation, flying the new largest private employer, Intel, is a product of manufacture a significant number of quality E–2D Hawkeye. I have no doubt that Lieuten- the international market for high-tech products. ant Commander Prochazka will continue to Oregon and other states are greatly dis- products that are utilized to protect everyday serve the United States Navy honorably and advantaged when our trading partners dero- Americans such as you and me. Altogether, with distinction. gate from their environmental laws, which pro- IFB positively impacts our visually impaired I wish him, his wife Jen, and his daughter vide them with an unfair advantage and under- community in seventy-seven counties through- Amelia the best of luck as they continue their cuts U.S. companies, which operate under our out North Carolina, and it will continue to en- journey together as a Navy family. It was an own strong environmental protections. I look hance its economic presence in our region honor and a pleasure having him serve on my forward to working with my colleagues to en- through the introduction of a new mobile eye staff. We all can sleep soundly at night know- sure that trade remains free and open, but, in clinic. ing that men and women like Lieutenant Com- incorporating environmental and labor protec- Through the endeavors of IFB, many mem- mander Dan Prochazka are members of our tions, also meets basic expectations of fair- bers of our community who are visually im- all-volunteer force and they stand ready to de- ness. paired or blind are afforded the opportunity to gain the confidence and financial independ- fend our country and take the fight to our en- f emies; far away from their families and the ence—which many of us take for granted—by comforts of the United States of America. OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL achieving their goal of a commendable career. Lieutenant Commander Prochazka, thank DEBT As an advocate of IFB, I appreciate its you. Best of luck to you and God bless you, proactive efforts to improve the livelihoods of your family, and all the Sailors you are HON. MIKE COFFMAN our blind and visually impaired community, charged with leading. Fair winds and following OF COLORADO and I will continue to support IFB’s efforts as seas. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES it continually extends valuable opportunities f Thursday, December 12, 2013 and services in my home state of North Caro- lina. TRADE AND ENVIRONMENT Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January f ENFORCEMENT ACT 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- fice, the national debt was INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION $10,626,877,048,913.08. HON. EARL BLUMENAUER Today, it is $17,222,454,811,203.79. We’ve OF OREGON HON. GUS M. BILIRAKIS added $6,595,577,762,290.71 to our debt in 4 OF FLORIDA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years. This is $6.5 trillion in debt our nation, Thursday, December 12, 2013 our economy, and our children could have IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, today I in- avoided with a balanced budget amendment. Thursday, December 12, 2013 troduced the Trade and Environment Enforce- f Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, today I intro- ment Act, also known as the Green 301 Act. TO COMMEMORATE THE 75TH AN- duced the Public Infrastructure Modernization Green 301 expands the Section 301 provi- NIVERSARY OF THE NATIONAL Act of 2013. This legislation seeks to mod- sions of the Trade Act of 1974 to encompass INDUSTRIES FOR THE BLIND ernize the Corps permitting process so that environmental effects. It provides tools to help crucial public safety infrastructure projects can prevent practices by other countries that HON. PATRICK T. McHENRY be built in a sensible and timely fashion while cause negative environmental impacts to ensuring there is a thorough environmental re- OF NORTH CAROLINA human, animal, or plant life or health, or to view. The National Environmental Policy Act IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES prevent the conservation of exhaustible natural and Clean Water Act guide the Corps’ actions resources domestically or internationally. Thursday, December 12, 2013 to protect our Nation’s waterways, but they The United States has helped to create the Mr. MCHENRY. Mr. Speaker, I speak today have flaws that lead to unnecessary and cost- largest trade network the world has ever seen. to recognize and celebrate the 75th anniver- ly delays that do not balance public safety

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:27 Dec 14, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A12DE8.065 E12DEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1864 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2013 needs against appropriate environmental pro- due to awaiting the impending birth of my with little regard for their negative effects on tections. Under current law, fringe groups are daughter. Had I been present, I would have Americans. allowed to—for the cost of a postage stamp— voted ‘‘aye.’’ From writing confusing tax forms, to man- file lawsuits against any infrastructure project Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. 636 on H.R. dating what type of water comes out of fire hy- needing a Clean Water Permit that they spot 1992—Israel QME Enhancement Act, I am not drants, the vast bureaucratic machine in in the Federal Register. These lawsuits, and recorded because I was absent due to await- Washington delights in determining how Amer- the fear of them, have stopped numerous ing the impending birth of my daughter. Had I icans should live and work. projects that were necessary for local govern- been present I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ The exponential increase of government ments to protect their constituents and would f rules and regulations poses a clear threat to have caused minimal harm to the environ- our freedom, for instance, the freedom of indi- ment. My legislation would modernize the ap- HONORING BOLTON FUNERAL viduals to start their own businesses and pur- plication process for CWA permits submitted HOME sue the American Dream. by local governments that are for levees, self- But there is a solution. closing flood barriers, seawalls, flood gates, HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON I have introduced H.R. 309, the Regulatory slough and stream construction and dredging OF MISSISSIPPI Sunset and Review Act of 2013, to break this for flood control, retention ponds for residential IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES terrible habit. I believe that reforms are needed to halt this areas, and roads and bridges for hurricane, Thursday, December 12, 2013 wildfire, and other extreme weather event administration’s practice of regulating beyond evacuations. It creates firm time limits for the Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- the intent of the laws we pass, and to reduce Corps to act, and a petition process should er, I rise today to honor a landmark establish- the burden these regulations place on Ameri- the agency be unwilling to complete consider- ment within the Bolton community, the Bolton cans, especially American businesses. ation of the project. The legislation also caps Funeral Home. Before talking more about the solution, allow mitigation costs to being no more than twenty The Bolton Funeral Home came into exist- me to more fully illustrate the problem and its percent of the total project’s cost to ensure ence with a vision and endearing motivation to impact on growing jobs and the economy. projects costs are responsible to the taxpayer. provide burial services for African Americans Now, not all regulation is bad, and busi- This legislation does not waive NEPA and pro- living within rural areas of Hinds County, Mis- nesses are more than willing to follow com- tects practical environmental review. With local sissippi. On August 15, 1946, Mr. Walter Rob- monsense regulations. governments struggling to allocate scarce tax- inson, Sr. and Mr. Wren Walton purchased a The U.S. Grade Standards for fruits and payer dollars for badly needed public safety parcel of land within the city limits of Bolton, vegetables, for instance, makes sense for gro- projects, we must ensure the Federal Govern- Mississippi from Jennie Klingman. The pur- cers by defining the quality standards for fresh ment properly balances public safety and envi- chasing price was $450.00, which was paid in produce. ronmental concerns. I look forward to working cash. The funeral home was constructed and If a dispute between buyer and seller arises, with my colleagues to move this legislation opened for business in November 1946. Dur- the standards can then determine who is at through Congress. ing that time, the average cost for burial serv- fault. f ices through the Bolton funeral home was ap- But many federal rules are duplicative, ob- proximately $300.00. solete, unnecessary, conflicting or otherwise PERSONAL EXPLANATION During the time of legalized segregation, the inconsistent. Bolton Funeral Home became an essential An analysis by the Government Accounting HON. JOAQUIN CASTRO business for many in the African American Office found that in fiscal year 2013, $95 bil- OF TEXAS community seeking to bury their loved ones. lion of the $3.6 trillion the federal government IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES At the time, the nearest African American spent was duplicative. owned funeral homes were located in Jack- For instance, according to the GAO report, Thursday, December 12, 2013 son, Mississippi. With the establishment of the there are 76 federal drug abuse and preven- Mr. CASTRO of Texas. Mr. Speaker, on roll- Bolton Funeral Home, those living within the tion treatment programs, spread among an as- call No. 630 on H.R. 3521—The Department rural communities surrounding the town of tounding 17 different agencies. of Veterans Affairs Major Medical Facility Bolton were granted closer access to a very Combined, they generate 6.1 million hours Lease Authorization Act of 2013, I am not re- important and much needed service. of paperwork, almost $300 million in costs, corded because I was absent due to awaiting Upon the passing of the Mr. Wren Walton and 122 forms to be filled out by individuals, the impending birth of my daughter. Had I and Mr. Walter Robinson, Sr., the Bolton Fu- organizations and businesses. been present, I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ neral Home was inherited by Mr. Lewis Kinney This is an unacceptable waste of tax money Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. 631 on H.R. (nephew of Mr. Wren Walton) and Mrs. Ruth and resources. 1402—VA Expiring Authorities Extension Act J. Robinson (wife of Mr. Walter Robinson, Sr.). The engine of our economy—our small busi- of 2013, I am not recorded because I was ab- Today, the business is operated by Mr. Willie nesses—need room to innovate and expand. sent due to awaiting the impending birth of my Earl Robinson, Walter L. Robinson, Jr., But burdensome and duplicative regulations daughter. Had I been present, I would have Yvonne Robinson, and Minnie P. Robinson. drain resources from businesses—harming voted ‘‘aye.’’ Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me their ability hire new workers and create jobs. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. 632 on H.R. in recognizing the Bolton Funeral Home for In Illinois’ 14th District, business owners tell 2019—Gabriella Miller Kids First Research Act providing burial services for African Americans me this is the chief block to investing and hir- of 2013, I am not recorded because I was ab- during a period of legal segregation and, often ing. sent due to awaiting the impending birth of my times, isolation from such services. When it costs them more than $10,500 per daughter. Had I been present I would have f employee annually to comply with all federal voted ‘‘nay.’’ regulations, their concerns make sense. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. 633 on H.R. BUSINESSES SHOULDN’T HAVE TO But in 2012, the Obama administration piled 2319—Native American Veterans’ Memorial PLAY DEFENSE AGAINST FED- on $236 billion in new regulations. Amendments Act of 2013, I am not recorded ERAL GOVERNMENT It’s a little wonder we suffer from weak eco- because I was absent due to awaiting the im- nomic growth and still-too-high unemployment. pending birth of my daughter. Had I been HON. RANDY HULTGREN President Obama has pledged a com- present, I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ OF ILLINOIS prehensive review of existing regulations. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. 634 on S. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES But unfortunately, his administration has ac- 1471—Alicia Dawn Koehl Respect for National tually done little to get rid of regulations cur- Cemeteries Act, I am not recorded because I Thursday, December 12, 2013 rently on the books. was absent due to awaiting the impending Mr. HULTGREN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to draw In fact, he’s going to be adding many more birth of my daughter. Had I been present I attention to the regulatory war being waged by next year. would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ this administration on American families, indi- According to an American Action Forum re- Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. 635 on H.R. viduals, small businesses, states, cities and port, upcoming regulations from the Obama 3212—Sean and David Goldman International towns. administration in 2014 could cost the private Child Abduction Prevention and Return Act of The administration has developed a bad sector more than $143 billion. 2013, I am not recorded because I was absent habit of making endless rules and regulations, That’s billion with a ‘‘b.’’

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:27 Dec 14, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A12DE8.069 E12DEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 12, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1865 The administration calls this the ‘‘unified I urge the House to take up this legislation 2014. To date, Afghan President Karzai has agenda,’’ which includes 15 new ‘‘major’’ in the New Year. refused to sign that agreement. rules—those that cost at least $100 million an- f I believe that agreement should be with- nually to our economy. drawn and President Obama should bring our It’s these ‘‘major’’ rules that my bill address- CELEBRATING THE U.S. NATIONAL forces home by the end of next year. Our es directly. GUARD’S 377TH BIRTHDAY troops have performed brilliantly. And now it is How does it actually work? time for the Afghan people to step up and se- The bill establishes a responsible process HON. PHIL GINGREY cure their own nation. We have offered free- for federal agencies to identify, review, and, if OF GEORGIA dom and democracy to Afghans and they necessary, put major regulations that are no IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES must either choose to take it or not. And it is longer needed and serve no beneficial pur- Thursday, December 12, 2013 time for our troops to come home. pose on a path to elimination. f And I want to make sure the public—who Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, are directly affected by bad regulations—have today I rise to recognize the United States Na- CELEBRATING THE EPISCOPAL a say. tional Guard as they celebrate 377 years of CHURCH OF SAINT JAMES’ 125TH Under my bill, agencies overseeing these selfless sacrifice to our great nation. ANNIVERSARY major rules will be required to consider the The National Guard pre-dates all other ac- comments of the public, the regulated commu- tive U.S. military branches. On December 13, HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN nity, and Congress with regard to the costs 1636, what we have come to know as the Na- OF NEW JERSEY and burdens of rules under review. tional Guard was formed as a colonial militia, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This will help them determine which rules made up of ordinary citizens who stood to pro- Thursday, December 12, 2013 need to go. tect their communities. From their service in The agencies would then establish a review the Revolutionary War where they stood their Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise process to ‘‘sunset’’ bad rules. ground during the opening shots at Lexington today to honor the Episcopal Church of Saint The head of each agency would designate Green and Concord Bridge, to valiantly fight- James, located in Essex County, New Jersey, an existing employee as the Regulatory Re- ing in Operation Enduring Freedom and Oper- as it celebrates its 125th anniversary. view Officer, charged with implementing the ation Iraqi Freedom, the Guard has partici- The Episcopal Church of St. James began sunset review. pated in every major American conflict. All as a small, sixteen person group in 1887 lead Six months later, the Administrator would Guardsmen are combat-trained, and while by Reverend P.M. Bleecker. As the group publish a first list of major rules, and then an abroad they serve in combat missions, build grew, a Missionary Committee was estab- updated list annually. schools and hospitals, and train local peace- lished and, at the suggestion of the Bishop, The agency would be charged with issuing keepers. the name ‘‘St. James Church, Upper reports to Congress about rules they re- National Guard members have established Montclair’’ was adopted. Within that year, the viewed. a proud history and tradition of service in all congregation would grow to consist of 45 peo- But some rules are still bad for individuals 50 states, organized territories, Puerto Rico, ple. On December 12, 1888, the Bishop gave and businesses even if they fall under the and the District of Columbia. Today’s force is canonical permission to form a Parish in the $100 million cost. comprised of both Army and Air Force divi- Diocese of Newark. On December 27 of that The public and congressional committees sions and has grown to nearly 500,000 sol- same year, the Articles of Association were would be able to petition agencies to review diers strong. signed. The next day the articles were filed these rules as well. The National Guard in my home state of and the church became official. This would ensure less-major, but no-less- Georgia will hold a special celebration at Clay Around the same time, the church pur- harmful, regulations could be considered for National Guard Center, giving special recogni- chased the ‘‘Cliffside Chapel’’ from a nearby elimination. tion to its retirees, Maj. Gen. Jim Butterworth, Presbyterian Church, which now serves as the And if an agency claims it cannot change or Brig. Gen. Joe Jarrard, and displaying many of cornerstone of the current church. get rid of a regulation because it is bound by its units’ specialized training. In 1892, an Alter Guild was formed to attend congressional statute, then they would have to Mr. Speaker, it is with sincere gratitude that to the clerical vestments and appointments of recommend to Congress what we can do to I extend my deepest thanks and appreciation the alter. That same year, the Rood Screen change the law. to our servicemen and women in the National was added to the Chancel, and gas was intro- This ensures a transparent review process Guard for their sacrifice and hard work to pro- duced for lighting. The first Vested Choir that leads to actual regulatory reform. tect our way of life. began in 1898, two members of which contin- We must act now to lend a hand to our f ued to sing for the church for over forty years. struggling economy. In 1902, the church organ was not func- Federal agencies, mostly unaccountable to TIME TO BRING OUR TROOPS tioning properly because the building lacked the people they regulate, should review and HOME FROM AFGHANISTAN electricity. Later that year, a pipe organ was remove regulations that hurt American busi- anonymously donated to replace it. Ten years nesses and individuals. HON. CANDICE S. MILLER later, the church ordered a new organ, which My bill exposes duplicative and obsolete OF MICHIGAN was so large they had to modify the roof to fit regulations to the public, placing them on a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES it. path to elimination. In 1941, the Willet Studios of Philadelphia Thursday, December 12, 2013 My colleagues are hearing from their con- began to commission the stained glass win- stituents about the harm excessive regulations Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, 12 dows for the church. That same year, the are having on them. years ago on September 11, 2001, al Qaeda church installed the Hildreth Meiere painting of And the Regulatory Sunset and Review Act terrorists trained and supported by Osama bin James and John fishing over the alter. By of 2013 now has 61 co-sponsors. Laden from Afghanistan attacked and mur- 1956, the ‘‘Windows of St. James’’ were com- We’re seeing a real desire to put regulations dered nearly 3,000 Americans. pleted. under closer scrutiny than they’ve traditionally Shortly after that horrible day, American Since the church was built, the congregation had. armed forces struck back in Afghanistan. Our has significantly grown. So, the church has Mr. Speaker, our job creators need all the troops have performed brilliantly and have sig- developed many programs and groups to help help they can get. nificantly damaged al Qaeda terrorists’ oper- its members. These programs include Youth Small businesses and startups should ations and brought the ultimate justice to bin Groups, Bible Studies, Adult Education, as spend their time hiring workers and growing Laden. At the same time our troops have shed well as a pre-school. their business, instead of wasting time playing their blood to provide the Afghan people with The church also participates in community defense against an aggressive federal govern- the opportunity to break from the tyranny of service and outreach locally, nationally, and ment. the Taliban and achieve freedom and liberty. internationally. They work with many organiza- Let’s defend and extend the sphere of free- In recent months, our government has of- tions to send their congregation, along with dom, freedom to pursue the American Dream fered the additional opportunity provided by a others who are interested, on missionary trips without government on your back. bi-lateral security agreement which would to various places in need of aid. Previous trips H.R. 309 gets us heading in that direction. keep American forces in that country beyond have been to Appalachia and New Orleans.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:27 Dec 14, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A12DE8.072 E12DEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1866 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2013 The most recent trip was to the Jersey Shore He currently serves as Chairman of the Board competing in the various class semi-finals. to assist in the clean-up from Superstorm of the Visiting Nurse Association of Northern The ‘‘Pride of the Red, White, and Blue’’ then Sandy. New Jersey, and maintains special interest in followed their success in the semi-final round Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues their Alzheimer’s disease support facility. In with another near-flawless performance in the to join me in congratulating the Episcopal addition, Denis is a longstanding supporter of finals, where they scored 92.38 out of 100 to Church of St. James in celebrating its 125th the fundraising activities at St. Clare’s Hospital take home the Class 5A championship. anniversary. in Denville, NJ. Pace High’s success at the 2013 Florida f Denis stays busy in his philanthropic en- Marching Band Championships is a testament deavors, but he cherishes his time with family to the commitment and dedication of all the RECOGNIZING DAVE BORCKY the most. He is a devoted husband to his wife members of the band, and it is a great reflec- of 33 years, Elizabeth; a caring father to his tion on the entire Pace High and Northwest HON. DAVID G. VALADAO children; Roberta, Eric, Kerin, Cathlyn, Chris- Florida community. On behalf of the United OF CALIFORNIA topher, and Patricia; and a loving grandfather States Congress, my wife Vicki and I con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to his nine grandchildren. On a personal note, gratulate the ‘‘Pride of the Red, White, and Thursday, December 12, 2013 Denis has been a great supporter and true Blue’’ on their state championship and wish Mr. VALADAO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to friend to me—his brother-in-law. Denis and them all the best as they continue to proudly recognize Mr. Dave Borcky for his efforts in Elizabeth appreciate every day of their lives represent our area. support of the newly renovated City of whether it is by spending time with family, f traveling around the world, or simply enjoying McFarland’s Veterans Community Center. INNOVATION ACT A native of McFarland, California, Dave each other’s company. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues in the served our country as a member of the United SPEECH OF States Navy during the Vietnam War. Since House of Representatives to join me in recog- his return, he has worked tirelessly in the nizing Denis O’Sullivan’s 80th birthday. We HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN community to ensure veterans receive the rec- acknowledge Denis during this milestone and OF MARYLAND ognition they deserve. Dave is an active mem- for all that he has achieved. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f ber of the Lions Club and coaches 27 stu- Thursday, December 5, 2013 dents from McFarland High School in the aptly RECOGNIZING THE PACE HIGH The House in Committee of the Whole named the LEOS Club. Dave and his fellow SCHOOL ‘‘PRIDE OF THE RED, Lions organize local food drives, back-to- House on the state of the Union had under WHITE, AND BLUE’’ MARCHING consideration the bill (H.R. 3309) to amend school drives and many other activities that BAND AS THE 2013 CLASS 5A title 35, United States Code, and the Leahy- improve the lives of the McFarland residents. FLORIDA MARCHING BAND Smith America Invents Act to make im- In December 2011, Dave was named Grand GRAND CHAMPIONS provements and technical corrections, and Marshall for the McFarland Christmas Parade. for other purposes: Mr. Borcky is also an active member of his Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Chairman, I rise in American Legion Post, Boys and Girls State HON. JEFF MILLER OF FLORIDA support of the Innovation Act (H.R. 3309). activities. While this legislation is not perfect, it rep- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Without a doubt, Dave has been a key play- resents an important step in our efforts to pre- er in McFarland’s community for a number of Thursday, December 12, 2013 vent patent assertion entities (PAE), com- years. It is with great pride that I recognize Mr. Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise monly referred to as patent trolls, from extract- Dave Borcky for his service and leadership today to recognize the Pace High School ing unfair and exorbitant settlements from in- and congratulate him on his efforts to memori- ‘‘Pride of the Red, White, and Blue’’ Marching nocent businesses through the threat of frivo- alize American heroes through the McFarland Band as the 2013 Class 5A Florida Marching lous and expensive patent litigation. Veterans Community Center. Band Grand Champions. This legislation ensures that when alleging f For more than 40 years, the Pace High infringement in a lawsuit, a party must at least RECOGNIZING DENIS O’SULLIVAN School Band has regaled crowds at Pace High identify what patents and claims are being in- AS HE CELEBRATES HIS 80TH sporting events, played at parades and events fringed upon, and provide specificity as to how BIRTHDAY in Northwest Florida and represented the they are being infringed. This will provide school at competitions on the local, state, and more clarity and integrity to patent infringe- HON. JIM COSTA national levels. Today, more than 200 stu- ment claims, shining a light on the disingen- dents make up Pace’s band program, which uous claims from patent trolls. OF CALIFORNIA includes three concert ensembles, a marching Additionally, this legislation will help to pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES band, a jazz ensemble, chamber ensembles, tect the small businesses that have been ac- Thursday, December 12, 2013 an indoor percussion ensemble, and a cused of patent infringement for purchasing Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to winterguard program. This diverse and ubiquitous products and who are clearly not recognize Denis O’Sullivan as he celebrates versatile repertoire highlights the hard work involved in the alleged infringement in a patent his 80th birthday. Denis lives every day with and dedication of the students and faculty of lawsuit. H.R. 3309 will allow for the action enthusiasm and appreciation for all of life’s of- the Pace High Band and is the one of the against the downstream customers to be ferings. His story is reflective of the American keys to their success. stayed as the manufacturer of the product liti- dream, working hard to create fruitful lives for The 2013 Florida Marching Band Champion- gates the lawsuit. This is done so those with himself and his family. ships, held on November 23 at Tropicana the knowledge of the production process, and Denis was born on December 2, 1933, in Field in Saint Petersburg, FL, played host to not the innocent consumer, can argue the New York City at Lennox Hill Hospital. His in- more than 80 talented bands from across the case—and it is only allowed if the customer telligence and entrepreneurial spirit led him to state of Florida. The Pace High School ‘‘Pride agrees to be bound by the final judgment of be the owner and founder of a lucrative busi- of the Red, White, and Blue’’ Marching Band the court. ness, O’Sullivan Menu Publishing. The com- began their preparations for this prestigious I do, however, continue to have reservations pany started out small with less than 10 em- event more than six months ago and worked with several provisions in this bill. Primarily, I ployees and eventually grew to a staff of over tirelessly to perfect their show, entitled ‘‘Once oppose the provision that allows in some 200 individuals who were based out of the Upon Another Time,’’ which featured pieces cases for the shifting of court and legal fees United States and Great Britain. O’Sullivan celebrating different eras in American history from the prevailing parties. I believe this provi- Menu Publishing provided menus to airlines, with sections on the industrial revolution, the sion has the potential to discourage legitimate cruise lines, and various restaurant chains. civil rights era and the space race. patent infringement lawsuits by inventors and Denis’ company had a groundbreaking impact The assiduous work of the ‘‘Pride of the owners of intellectual property that may not be on the airline industry by providing the first Red, White, and Blue’’ paid off during the deep pocketed. I am also worried about the comprehensive service for the creation and Class 5A semi-finals, where the band was precedent that this reform could set with re- production of printed menus. awarded the highest scores in the Visual, spect to protecting access to the courts for all Since Denis’ retirement in 2008, he has vol- General Effect, and Music categories and the Americans. I voted for the substitute amend- unteered much of his time to local charities. highest overall score of any of the 80 bands ment proposed by Ranking Member CONYERS

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and Congressman WATT, which I believe Judge George R. Greene is one of the long- IN SUPPORT OF H.R. 3458, THE strikes a more equitable balance than this leg- est serving judges in the state of Alabama, FALLEN FIREFIGHTERS ASSIST- islation and which did not contain any fee having served 31 years in the Judicial 26th ANCE TAX CLARIFICATION ACT shifting provisions. I look forward to continuing Circuit. He is also dedicated to his community, OF 2013 to work with our colleagues in the Senate to and he is known for his selfless public service. produce an ultimate agreement that stops pat- He is involved in numerous civic and state HON. TOM REED ent trolls and continues to protect the pursuit public service organizations. One of his initia- OF NEW YORK of legitimate patent infringement claims. tives was the establishment of the Cora Reid IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Greene Home for Children, which provides Thursday, December 12, 2013 protection and housing for abused children in ISRAEL QME ENHANCEMENT ACT the Russell County Area. Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, we’re here today because of a heinous act that took place in SPEECH OF Mr. Speaker, please join me in thanking Judge Greene for his tireless pursuit of justice Webster, New York on December 24th, 2012, HON. LOIS FRANKEL in Russell County. Join me also in wishing him when a group of volunteer firefighters re- OF FLORIDA the best in his retirement. sponding to a fire was ambushed by a gun- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f man who had deliberately set the fire. Two Wednesday, December 11, 2013 firefighters were killed and two others were in- PERSONAL EXPLANATION jured. Ms. FRANKEL of Florida. Mr. Speaker, one While donations for the firefighters and their of the cornerstones of America’s security com- HON. AL GREEN families were made to the West Webster Fire mitment to Israel is an assurance that the OF TEXAS Department, a 501(c)(3) organization, the United States will help maintain Israel’s capa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rules governing non-profit groups prevent the bility to defend itself, by itself. We do this by funds from being distributed in a way that Thursday, December 12, 2013 safeguarding Israel’s qualitative military edge does not further the organization’s exempt (QME)—the ability for Israel to counter and Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, purpose. In this case, these rules prevented defeat any threat that might arise from non- today I was participating in a Congressional the donations from being distributed as in- state actors, individual states, or even a re- Delegation trip to South Africa to honor the life tended to the victims and their families. gional coalition of states. and legacy of President Nelson Mandela and I am proud to stand here today in support Four decades after the 1973 Yom Kippur missed the following votes: of the ‘‘Fallen Firefighters Assistance Tax War, when a coalition of Arab states launched 1. H.R. 2019 Gabriella Miller Kids First Re- Clarification Act of 2013,’’ introduced by my a surprise attack against Israel on the holiest search Act of 2013, as amended. Had I been colleague from New York Rep. LOUISE day on the Jewish calendar, Israel continues present, I would have voted ‘‘no’’ on this bill. SLAUGHTER to address the error and help care to face hostilities on every border: rocket fire 2. H.R. 2319—The Native American Vet- for these firefighters and their families. from Hamas and Hezbollah, spillover from the erans’ Memorial Amendments Act of 2013. With the anniversary of this terrible act ap- conflict in Syria, increased terrorism in Egypt’s Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ proaching, I ask that my colleagues join me in Sinai, and the ever-looming threat of a nu- on this bill. honoring the memory and sacrifice of these clear-armed Iran. 3. S. 1471—Alicia Dawn Koehl Respect for volunteer responders and approve this com- That is why it is critical we redouble our ef- National Cemeteries Act. Had I been present, mon sense legislation. forts to ensure Israel has the tools necessary I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on this bill. f to counter any and all threats. H.R. 1992, the 4. H.R. 3212—Sean and David Goldman Israel QME Enhancement Act, is an important International Child Abduction prevention and ON THE INTRODUCTION OF THE piece of bipartisan legislation that does just Return Act of 2013, as amended. Had I been TRANSIT PARITY ACT OF 2013 that, by preserving and strengthening Israel’s present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on this bill. QME. Specifically, this law would expand the 5. H.R. 1992—Israel QME Enhanced Act, HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON definition of QME to include defense against as amended. Had I been present, I would OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA cyber and asymmetric threats while also in- have voted ‘‘yes’’ on this bill. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES creasing the Administration’s reporting require- 6. Journal Vote—Had I been present for the Thursday, December 12, 2013 ments to Congress from every 4 to every 2 journal vote, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’. Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, today, I intro- years. f I urge my colleagues to join me in sup- duce the Transit Parity Act of 2013. The bill TO HONOR DOUGLAS GREENFIELD porting H.R. 1992. will extend federal tax benefits for mass transit ON HIS 85TH BIRTHDAY and parking at current levels for one year. f There is currently a permanent provision pro- IN RECOGNITION OF THE RETIRE- HON. MICHAEL G. FITZPATRICK viding federal tax benefits for parking and MENT OF CIRCUIT COURT JUDGE OF PENNSYLVANIA mass transit; however, the mass transit benefit GEORGE R. GREENE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is funded at half the level of the parking ben- efit. The mass transit benefit was temporarily Thursday, December 12, 2013 HON. MIKE ROGERS raised this year, but with cuts to the mass Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today OF ALABAMA transit benefit set to occur on January 1, 2014, to honor Douglas Greenfield on his 85th birth- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES impacts will be felt throughout this region and day. Douglas lives a competitive and success- the country. Thursday, December 12, 2013 ful life in Levittown, PA. He has been an ac- Millions of people commute in and out of cit- Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Mr. Speaker, tive bowler for the past 50 years and won a ies every day, bolstering their economies and today we ask for the House’s attention to bet in the 1960’s to walk 50 miles through improving the overall wellbeing of the country, honor Circuit Court Judge George R. Greene, Bucks County in one day. with this region as a prime example. Why who is retiring from his position as the Circuit Supporting the community’s youth is another would we want to encourage people to drive Court Judge in Russell County. passion of Mr. Greenfield. In the 60’s and 70’s rather than use mass transit? At the very In 1975, Judge Greene began serving in the he was active with the Boy Scouts of America least, there is no excuse for preferential treat- Russell County District Attorney’s office as the and taught Confraternity of Christian Doctrine ment of driving. Assistant District Attorney. He served in the (C.C.D.) at Bishop Egan High School. He also I support a permanent equalization of com- position for four years until 1979, when he worked to establish the Pennsbury High muter benefits, but given the costs associated was appointed District Judge in Russell Coun- School boys lacrosse team and today, stu- with a permanent extension, the focus of this ty. Judge Greene served as District Judge for dents still recognize ‘‘Gran-Pa’’ for his tireless bill is a temporary one-year extension of bene- over 18 years, and he was elected to this po- effort on and off the field. fits. I will seek to bring this bill to the floor be- sition in three different elections. In 1998, A true American role model, Doug, and his fore Congress adjourns for the year. If the bill Judge Greene was elected to serve Russell wife, Alice, continue to volunteer in their is not passed before then, I will seek retro- County as the Circuit Court Judge. He has church and community in my home town, active equalization of benefits. held the office of Circuit Court Judge since Levittown, PA. I want to wish Doug a very The bill will continue to encourage com- that election. Happy 85th Birthday. muters to use mass transit by equalizing tax

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EARL BLUMENAUER Order of the Purple Heart Exemplary Service less Congress takes action now, however, OF OREGON Award and an Award of Appreciation from the mass transit benefits will decrease by nearly IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES National Association of Veterans’ Research and Education Foundations. 50 percent, to $130, while the benefit for park- Thursday, December 12, 2013 Over a long and multifaceted career of dis- ing will increase to $250. However, this bill Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, victories tinguished service in the halls of Congress, makes federal tax benefits for mass transit on the field are much sweeter when achieved Ms. Dunn has been a tireless advocate for the and parking equal at $250 in 2014. I support by a team, dedicated in unity to achieving its interests of American’s veterans and tax- a permanent equalization of commuter bene- goals. This week the Central Catholic Rams payers, embodying excellence and commit- fits, but given the costs associated with a per- won the OSAA Class 6A Championship, de- ment in service to her fellow citizens. manent extension, the focus of this bill is on feating their archrival Jesuit 38–28. It was a Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States a one-year extension of equal benefits. fitting end to a 14–0 season and showed what House of Representatives and the House Committee on Veterans’ Affairs, it gives me I strongly urge my colleagues to support the can be done with teamwork and effort. In a truly dominant year, both during the great pride to honor the selfless service of Ms. legislation. regular season and playoffs, the young men of Dolores Dunn. Central Catholic, their coaches, and their sup- My wife, Vicki, joins me in honoring her for f porters inspired their fellow students and the her thirty-two consecutive years of exemplary community through their exemplary actions on service to our Nation, thanking her for her HONORING DONNA HOFFER ON unyielding dedication to America’s veterans, HER RETIREMENT FROM THE and off the field. This is a season that can in- spire great pride as the 2013 Rams join the and wishing her and her husband, Richard, all U.S. HOUSE OF REPRESENTA- of the best in their future endeavors. TIVES 1952 and 1953 championship teams in the halls of glory. f Go Rams! CONGRATULATING KAREN HON. JOHN D. DINGELL f HEYREND OF MICHIGAN RECOGNIZING THE HONORABLE AND DEDICATED SERVICE OF HON. JULIA BROWNLEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MS. DOLORES DUNN OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, December 12, 2013 HON. JEFF MILLER Thursday, December 12, 2013 Mr. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF FLORIDA Ms. BROWNLEY of California. Mr. Speaker, congratulate Donna Hoffer as she retires after IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES today, I rise to recognize Karen Heyrend, more than thirty years of faithful, dedicated Thursday, December 12, 2013 President of the Ventura County Coastal As- service to Southeast Michigan. As she retires sociation of Realtors, who has demonstrated a at the end of this year, I honor and recognize Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise personal dedication and commitment in car- her dedication, passion, and hard work in today to recognize and honor the service, rying out the mission of the Association, which dedication, and accomplishments of Ms. Dolo- service to the Southeast Michigan, and the is to be the primary source of real estate prod- res Dunn, Staff Director for the Subcommittee people I have served since 1982. ucts and services for its member brokers and on Health of the House Committee on Vet- agents in West Ventura County. In 1982 Monroe County became part of my erans’ Affairs, upon the occasion of her retire- Under her outstanding leadership during Congressional District. I asked the commu- ment from the U.S. House of Representatives. 2013, Karen has upheld the Association’s pri- nity’s leadership for recommendation of a fine Ms. Dunn graduated with a Bachelor of orities of maintaining the highest standards of and committed civil servant. Donna Hoffer was Science degree from the University of Mary- ethical conduct, all while providing a wide unanimously recommended and she joined the land in 1978. In 1981, she began her congres- array of benefits to the Association’s member- staff, managing the Monroe district office for sional staff career in the office of the late Con- ship of designated brokers, realtors, and affil- 29 years. She competently and astutely gressman Bob Stump, where she worked for iate members. twenty-two years to serve the citizens of the served the community as my representative, in Karen has worked to provide quality service, 3’’ Congressional District of Arizona. not only to realtor members, but also to their addition to handling a complex variety of case- In 2003, she joined the staff of the House work including Social Security matters, of clients and customers. Representing the cities Committee on Veterans’ Affairs. Due to her of Camarillo, Oxnard, Fillmore, Santa Paula, which she is an expert. When redistricting oc- steadfast commitment to her work and her ex- Port Hueneme, and Ventura, she has helped curred and I lost Monroe County, Donna pertise in veterans’ health, Ms. Dunn was to strengthen the integrity, competency, and stayed on, serving well in our Ypsilanti office. named Staff Director of the Subcommittee on professionalism of the Association’s members. Donna’s loyalty to the office and steadfast Health in 2007. Karen’s service to the Association goes far dedication in her service to the District has For Ms. Dunn—the daughter of an Army beyond her term as President. As a member stood out through the years, and it has no nurse who served in World War II and the sis- of the Ventura County Coastal Association of ter and aunt, respectively, of female combat bounds. Just recently, Donna played an instru- Realtors for the past thirteen years, Karen has veterans who served in Operation Desert mental role in having a lung transplant denial diligently served on the Association’s Board of Storm and Operation Iraqi Freedom—the Directors as President-Elect, Secretary/Treas- overturned, giving another chance at life to a Committee’s work is a personal calling. urer and Director. desperate constituent. Donna has been a crit- Throughout her tenure on the Committee As the lead representative of the Associa- ical part of my staff and I am honored that she staff, Ms. Dunn faithfully served three different tion, Karen represented its members at the has spent her career serving the people of my Committee Chairmen—CHRIS SMITH, Steve National Association of Realtors mid-year Congressional District. Buyer, and myself—as well as countless other meetings, where she met with Federal, State I extend my congratulations and best wishes Members. I know I speak for us all when I say and local government officials and elected rep- to Donna in her retirement and hope that she that her wise advice and sage counsel was in- resentatives. strumental in assisting us in honoring the serv- Through her work, Karen has demonstrated enjoys the time with her husband, Mick, their ice and sacrifice of America’s servicemem- a proud and enduring enthusiasm for the real two children and four grandchildren. I sincerely bers, veterans, and their families. estate profession that she has chosen as her thank her for the loyal years she has given in Ms. Dunn was a key contributor in the draft- life-long career. I want to congratulate Karen service to Southeast Michigan. She is a dear ing and passage of landmark pieces of vet- on her successes and for her tireless dedica- friend and is the kind of public servant who erans’ health legislation and personally con- tion to the Association, both past and present. brings credit on our Government with her faith- tributed to the creation of policies that con- I am pleased to recognize Karen Heyrend ful and dedicated effort on the behalf of the tinue to improve the daily lives and ongoing on her personal and professional accomplish- people we are honored to serve. well-being of veterans and their families. ments and exemplary year as President of

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Whenever possible, he shined a spotlight dents and families of Escambia County, Flor- PUBLIC LIBRARY on the talented New Orleans musicians broad- ida at Lincoln Park, Warrington, Brentwood, ening their exposure and helping them ascend and Weis Elementary Schools. For the past HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. in the music business. seven years, he has taught fifth-graders at OF NEW JERSEY For these and countless other achievements Oakcrest Elementary School. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. McKinley was introduced into the Black Mr. Herber creates an enjoyable environ- Thursday, December 12, 2013 Radio Hall of Fame, the Louisiana Music Hall ment for learning. His classroom, adorned with of Fame, and awarded an OffBeat Magazine science experiments, is evidence of his unique Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Best of the Beat Music Business Award. The hands-on approach. His pupils’ enthusiasm congratulate the Sewaren Free Public Library passion and commitment Mr. McKinley dedi- and passion for learning are a testament to on its 100th Anniversary. The library has been cated to the national treasure that is R&B and Mr. Herber’s talent and leadership. Outside of an integral part of the local community since Jazz Music inspires us all. I want to join his the classroom, Mr. Herber dedicates time on 1913 and continues to provide residents an family, the people of New Orleans, and the the football field as a school football coach. opportunity to learn and a place to gather. music industry in celebrating the life of this ex- There is no question that the amount of time Officially opened in December of 1913, the ceptional citizen. and energy Mr. Herber invests in the school idea for the Sewaren Free Public Library was f and his students has contributed to the proposed in August of 1913 by a member of school’s high ratings and improved student the Sewaren Civic Association, Mrs. Blanche HONORING CONCEPCION MORON, A performance. B. Balfour. Fundraisers were held by sup- WORLD WAR II HERO The superb quality and effectiveness of the porters, and within a few months, committees schools in Northwest Florida can no doubt be were formed and requests were sent out for HON. FILEMON VELA credited to educators like Mr. Herber. He un- books and periodicals. Upon its opening, the OF TEXAS derstands the invaluable role teachers serve in library had acquired about 417 volumes. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the lives of their students, and blessed with By 1994, the Sewaren Free Public Library Thursday, December 12, 2013 the support of his wife Sammi, he possesses was one of many small branches within the an unwavering commitment to excellence. Woodbridge Township Public Library system. Mr. VELA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States After being closed due to funding cuts by the honor Private First Class Concepcion G. Congress, I am privileged to recognize John Woodbridge Township Public Library system, Moron and his bravery during World War II. Herber’s achievements in teaching and ele- it was re-opened as an independent library. Private First Class Concepcion G. Moron of mentary education. My wife Vicki and I wish The Sewaren Free Public Library is currently the 304th Infantry Regiment of the United Mr. Herber and his wife continued success. run by a volunteer Board of Trustees. States Army heroically distinguished himself in f Since its founding, the Sewaren Free Public combat in Germany on April 1, 1945. While Library has supported and been supported by advancing upon the town of Steinfischbach, PERSONAL EXPLANATION the local community. It provides services and Private Moron’s company faced enemy fire resources to residents, offering computer ac- from nearby woods. Private Moron led his HON. DAVID G. REICHERT cess, media services, pre-school programs, squad through the woods as they encountered OF WASHINGTON and bingo for senior citizens. heavy machine gun fire. Private Moron, risking IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, once again, please join me in his own life, fired upon the enemy gunners, celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the killing one and forcing two additional e to sur- Thursday, December 12, 2013 Sewaren Free Public Library. Its continued render. This courageous act is in keeping with Mr. REICHERT. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. service to the community is truly deserving of the highest traditions of the Armed Forces. 631, I was unable to cast my vote for rollcall this body’s recognition. For these acts of bravery and heroism, Mr. No. 631 because my flight from Seattle was f Moron was awarded the Bronze Star Medal delayed. for meritorious achievement in ground combat Had I been present, I would have voted HONORING THE LIFE OF LARRY against an armed enemy during World War II ‘‘yes.’’ MCKINLEY in the European Theater of Operations. f On behalf of those whose lives he saved, I HON. CEDRIC L. RICHMOND rise to recognize the exemplary service of CONGRATULATING GREENBRIAR ELEMENTARY SCHOOL ON BEING OF LOUISIANA Concepcion G. Moron. NAMED A BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Thursday, December 12, 2013 RECOGNIZING JOHN HERBER AS HON. BRADLEY S. SCHNEIDER PEOPLE MAGAZINE’S TEACHER Mr. RICHMOND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today OF ILLINOIS OF THE YEAR to honor the life and legacy of Larry McKinley, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a New Orleans radio personality and music promoter who for decades tirelessly promoted HON. JEFF MILLER Thursday, December 12, 2013 our city’s cherished Jazz music. Mr. McKinley OF FLORIDA Mr. SCHNEIDER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today recently passed away and while today I am IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to honor Greenbriar Elementary School in saddened by his passing, I wish to pay tribute Northbrook, Illinois, in the district I represent. to Mr. McKinley and his passion towards a Thursday, December 12, 2013 This outstanding educational institution has beautiful and beloved art form. Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise been recognized as one of only 286 Blue Rib- Born in Chicago, Illinois, Mr. McKinley at- today to congratulate Mr. John Herber of bon schools in the entire country. tended the Columbia College of Broadcasting Northwest Florida for being named ‘‘Teacher This is the first National Blue Ribbon distinc- before moving to New Orleans in 1954. By the of the Year’’ by People Magazine. Mr. Herber tion that Greenbriar has earned, one of 21 end of his first decade in New Orleans, he be- was one of only six teachers throughout the awarded in the state, one of four awarded to came one of the most influential deejays in the United States that was bestowed this honor. schools in Illinois’s Tenth District and one of city. During the formative years of his illus- For fifteen years, Mr. Herber has been an in- three in Northbrook. trious career, he earned national notoriety for spiration to his students, his colleagues, and Good education is the foundation of any his distinguished musical taste. Atlantic his community, and I am pleased to recognize community, and it is essential to our success Records’ executives credit Mr. McKinley for his commitment and dedication to molding the in the 21st Century. At any of Northbrook’s the success of Ray Charles 1959 hit ‘‘What’d minds of our Nation’s future leaders. Blue Ribbon Schools, you will find some of the

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She is a Dia- more than others think is practical, and Expect lent educational institutions like this. mond Life Member of NAACP and joined the more than others think is possible.’’ It is at schools like Greenbriar where stu- Association as a freshman at Virginia Union f dents are engaged and encouraged to explore University where she was elected President of ON THE INTRODUCTION OF THE their interests. Here, the wide array of lit- the Youth and College Division from the Com- REDUCING LONG-TERM UNEM- erature, language and math programs chal- monwealth of Virginia. One year later, she PLOYMENT ACT lenge students and help them expand their was elected as a Youth Board Member from minds. Region 7 representing the District of Colum- With schools like Greenbriar, Tenth District bia, Maryland and the Commonwealth of Vir- HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON students are building foundations for success ginia. In 1988 as Vice Chairman of the OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA in this ever-changing, competitive 21st Cen- NAACP Board Health Committee, her advo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tury. cacy for quality, accessible and affordable Thursday, December 12, 2013 The education Greenbriar Elementary health care for vulnerable communities re- Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to School students receive not only helps posi- sulted in the National Board’s mandate of a introduce the Reducing Long-Term Unemploy- tion them for future success, but also prepares health committee for all units in its Constitu- ment Act, to address one of the lingering them for a lifetime of learning. tion. In 2012, she initiated and led the Board’s workforce tragedies resulting from today’s Mr. Speaker, I am so pleased to honor historic policy decision to support marriage economy—our long-term unemployed—and to Greenbriar Elementary School here today, and equality and to implement The Black Church spur economic growth. While millions of Amer- I am so proud to have such excellent schools and HIV: The Social Justice Imperative. icans are unemployed, my bill targets those in the Tenth District. I congratulate Greenbriar An expert grant writer, Brock has secured particularly hard hit by unemployment. In No- once again on receiving this distinguished millions in philanthropic support for the vember 2013, the number of long-term unem- award. NAACP. From 1999–2010, Brock chaired the ployed (those jobless for 27 weeks or more) f NAACP’s National Convention Planning Com- was 4.1 million, which accounted for 37.3 per- mittee. In this role, she led the Committee to cent of the total unemployed population. PERSONAL EXPLANATION institute fiscal policies that resulted in the An- To make matters even worse, the unem- nual Convention becoming a profit center for ployed now face employment discrimination HON. AL GREEN the Association with average yearly net reve- and employers are reluctant to hire the long- OF TEXAS nues of one million dollars. For nine years term unemployed because of the length of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES (2001–2010) she served as Vice Chairman of their unemployment. Therefore, my bill pro- the NAACP National Board. In 2005, Brock Thursday, December 12, 2013 vides a necessary incentive—a $5,000 tax created the NAACP Leadership 500 Summit. credit for employers against their payroll tax li- Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, The Summit’s goal is to recruit, train and re- ability for each (net) new long-term unem- today I was participating in a Congressional tain a new generation of civil rights leaders to ployed person they hire. The tax credit is large Delegation trip to South Africa to honor the life the NAACP. Since its inception, Leadership enough to give employers an incentive to in- and legacy of President Nelson Mandela and 500 has contributed more than $1.5m to the crease hiring and wages, which would inject missed the following votes: NAACP to support its civil rights programs. demand into the economy. The credit would 1. H.R. 3521—The Department of Veterans Brock is a member of the Board of Trustees be available to the broadest base of employ- Affairs Major Medical Facility Lease Authoriza- of The George Washington University, Kellogg ers because every employer—government, tion Act of 2013, as amended. Had I been Global Advisory Board, American Public non-profit and for-profit—pays payroll taxes, present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on this bill. Health Association, American College of and employers could claim the credit on a 2. H.R. 1402—VA Expiring Authorities Ex- Health Services Executives, Association of quarterly rather than annual basis. According tension Act of 2013, as amended. Had I been Healthcare Philanthropy, Alpha Kappa Alpha to the independent, non-partisan Congres- present, I would have voted ‘‘yes’’ on this bill. Sorority, The LINKS and a former Trustee of sional Budget Office, the proposal would ‘‘in- f the Catholic Health Association of the United crease both output and employment,’’ through States of America. four mechanisms: (1) with lower employment RECOGNIZING ROSLYN M. BROCK Brock’s leadership skills have been recog- costs, employers would reduce the costs of nized by several national publications and or- their products and services, which, in turn, HON. GREGORY W. MEEKS ganizations. In 2012, she was the convocation would first boost sales and then hiring and OF NEW YORK speaker at the Kellogg School of Manage- hours worked; (2) employers would pass on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment, Northwestern University and featured as some of the tax savings to employees in the the February 6, 2012 NBC Universal iVillage form of higher wages or other compensation, Thursday, December 12, 2013 Woman of the Week. Brock was awarded the which, in turn, would increase employees’ pur- Mr. MEEKS. Mr. Speaker, Roslyn M. Brock 2011 Distinguished Alumni Achievement chasing power; (3) higher profits would lead to is Chairman of the National Board of Directors Award by The George Washington University; higher stock prices for public companies, in- for the National Association for the Advance- the September 2010 issue of Essence maga- creasing shareholders’ wealth and therefore ment of Colored People (NAACP). She made zine listed her among the ‘‘40 Fierce and Fab- their willingness to spend; and (4) with lower history in February 2010 when she was unani- ulous Women Who Are Changing the World’’; employment costs, employers would increase mously elected as its 14th Chairman. She is Black Entertainment Television’s (BET) 2010 hiring. The bill has safeguards to prevent em- the youngest person and fourth woman to hold ‘‘Black Girls Rock,’’ honored her in its inau- ployers from gaming the system, including de- this position. gural broadcast and she received the 2010 nying a credit to an employer that fires one Brock is currently employed as Vice Presi- National Urban League’s Women of Power employee and hires a replacement. dent, Advocacy and Government Relations for Award. For some time, it has been clear that poli- Bon Secours Health System, Inc., in Brock participated in the 2008 U.S. Depart- cies to address today’s unusually stubborn un- Marriottsville, Maryland. Prior to working at ment of Defense’s 75th Joint Civilian Orienta- employment need to be targeted in order to be Bon Secours, Brock worked 10 years in health tion Conference (JCOC) reserved for Amer- effective. Without significant targeting, the programs at the W. K. Kellogg Foundation in ican leaders interested in expanding their long-term unemployed are in danger of be- Battle Creek, Michigan. knowledge of the military and national de- coming permanently unemployed. This group She graduated magna cum laude from Vir- fense. She was a guest lecturer on ‘‘Alle- deserves better. The long-term unemployed ginia Union University; earned a master’s de- viating Global Poverty’’ in Rome, Italy at the are also at risk for losing their unemployment gree in health services administration from 2007 Martin Luther King, Jr. Conflict Resolu- benefits without an extension of the Emer- George Washington University, an MBA from tion Conference. From 2003–2005, Brock was gency Unemployment Compensation program the Kellogg School of Management at North- a Young Leaders Fellow with the National before December 28, 2013. I ask the House of western University and a Master of Divinity de- Committee on U.S.-China Relations to build Representatives to support this bill because it gree from the Samuel DeWitt Proctor School cross-cultural understanding and professional targets this too-often neglected group of Amer- of Theology at Virginia Union University. In networks with young Chinese leaders. icans.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:27 Dec 14, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A12DE8.095 E12DEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS December 12, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1871 PERSONAL EXPLANATION the Allenhurst and surrounding communities to smart, targeted, and reasonable immigration enjoy. For 10 years in a row, Cravings Bakery enforcement that protects American society HON. CAROLYN McCARTHY was voted ‘‘Best Desserts’’ in Monmouth and from serious criminals and real threats. OF NEW YORK Ocean Counties by the readers of the Asbury H.R. 15 is not the bill I would have written— Park Press. nor do I believe it is the bill that will ultimately IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, once again, please join me in become law—do not want to appear to be de- Thursday, December 12, 2013 congratulating Cravings Bakery on its 25th An- laying reform. I call upon Speaker BOEHNER Mrs. MCCARTHY of New York. Mr. Speak- niversary. Jan and Stu’s hard work and com- and the Republican leadership to immediately er, I was unavoidably absent during the week mitment to quality are truly deserving of this bring to the floor for our consideration legisla- of December 2nd 2013. If I were present, I body’s recognition. tion to reform our immigration laws. would have voted on the following. f When it comes to something as important Monday December 2, 2013: rollcall No. 612: as fixing our broken immigration system, we On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass REFORMING OUR BROKEN should not settle for less than the American H.R. 3547, ‘‘yea’’; rollcall No. 613: On Motion IMMIGRATION SYSTEM people deserve. to Suspend the Rules and Pass H.R. 3588, f ‘‘yea’’; rollcall No. 614: On Approving the Jour- HON. RUSH HOLT nal, ‘‘aye.’’ OF NEW JERSEY CONGRATULATING KATHY LONG Tuesday December 3, 2013: rollcall No. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 615: On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Thursday, December 12, 2013 HON. JULIA BROWNLEY Pass H.R. 255, ‘‘yea’’; rollcall No. 616: On Mo- OF CALIFORNIA tion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, the time to reform IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Amended H.R. 2719, ‘‘yea;’’ rollcall No. 617: our broken immigration system is long over- Thursday, December 12, 2013 On Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass, as due. Our system does not meet the needs of Amended H.R. 1204, ‘‘yea.’’ families or businesses. I have met with people Ms. BROWNLEY of California. Mr. Speaker, Wednesday December 4, 2013: rollcall No. throughout our district to understand what our today, I rise to recognize Ventura County Su- 618: On Ordering the Previous Question, H. uneven, unfair, and unjust immigration system pervisor Kathy Long, a long-standing commu- Res. 429, ‘‘nay’’; rollcall No. 619: On Agreeing costs our businesses, our families, and our so- nity leader whose commitment to Ventura to the Resolution, H. Res. 429, ‘‘nay’’; rollcall ciety at large—a cost to our national ideals, as County has been immeasurable over the No. 620: On Agreeing to the Amendment, well as a cost in dollars and cents. I have years. H.R. 1105, ‘‘yea’’; rollcall No. 621: On Motion joined the group of dedicated activists who Currently serving her fifth term as Super- to Recommit with Instructions, H.R. 1105, have for nearly a month been fasting on the visor to Ventura County’s 3rd District, Kathy’s ‘‘aye’’ rollcall No. 622: On Passage, H.R. National Mall, in the shadows of the Capitol, to dedication to the residents of Ventura County 1105, ‘‘aye.’’ call attention to the plight of the 11 million indi- is reflected in her extensive work as a public Thursday December 5, 2013: rollcall No. viduals who are Americans but for a piece of servant. Since first being elected to the posi- 623: On Agreeing to the Amendment, H.R. paper. The time is now to bring them out of tion in 1996, Kathy has made it her mission to 3309, ‘‘aye’’; rollcall No. 624: On Agreeing to the shadows. strengthen our economy, ensure a sustainable the Amendment, H.R. 3309, ‘‘aye’’; rollcall No. My colleagues may have noticed, as have environment, and create a safe community for 625: On Agreeing to the Amendment, H.R. various advocacy groups, that I have not all families. Her lengthy career in public serv- 3309, ‘‘No’’; rollcall No. 626: On Agreeing to signed on as cosponsor of H.R. 15, the legis- ice shows her unwavering passion for rep- the Amendment, H.R. 3309, ‘‘aye’’; rollcall No. lation that has recently taken shape as the resenting Ventura County and its residents, as 627: On Agreeing to the Amendment, H.R. leading immigration reform bill. The fact of the well as always advocating for the region’s best 3309, ‘‘aye’’; rollcall No. 628: On Agreeing to matter is that we can, and we should, do bet- interests. the Amendment, H.R. 3309, ‘‘No’’; rollcall No. ter. I do support strongly the legislation au- Kathy’s lifelong work has always embodied 629: On Passage, H.R. 3309, ‘‘aye.’’ thored by my friend and colleague from Ari- the true definition of dedication, public service zona, Representative RAU´ L GRIJALVA. It is a and community. She currently serves as the f strong, progressive approach to reforming our Board of Supervisor’s representative on the IN RECOGNITION OF THE 25TH AN- broken system. Economic Development Collaborative of Ven- NIVERSARY OF CRAVINGS BAK- In fact, the Grijalva bill is superior to H.R. tura County where her efforts focus on the ERY 15. It targets and prioritizes border enforce- economic development of Ventura County ment in an intelligent way to where and how through the attraction, preservation and ex- HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. it is needed most—to protect us from serious pansion of local businesses. Kathy was most OF NEW JERSEY criminals and terrorist threats. It improves con- recently elected as their Board of Directors IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ditions for immigrant detainees and protects Chair for 2013. family unity by prohibiting separation of fami- Over her career of more than 16 years as Thursday, December 12, 2013 lies with children. It protects workers’ rights Supervisor, Kathy has taken on many leader- Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and keeps immigration enforcement in the ship positions and has effectively represented congratulate Cravings Bakery of Allenhurst, hands of the appropriate authorities—the fed- our community’s needs and prosperity. She New Jersey on its 25th Anniversary. Cravings eral government, not local police. served as Chair of the Board of Supervisors in Bakery continues to provide quality products Whatever legislative vehicle immigration re- 2000, 2005, and 2010. and outstanding customer service to the local form takes, it must contain a legal, controlled To honor all that she has done for Ventura community. pathway to citizenship for the undocumented County including her extensive work and ad- Wanting to share her passion for cookies immigrants who keep our economy moving vocacy for a strong and vital economy, the with others, Jan Walker opened Cravings Bak- and to repair a tear in our social fabric. It must Ventura and Santa Barbara Counties Cham- ery in the fall of 1988. She met her husband, promote family reunification by reducing two bers of Commerce Alliance has recognized Stu Kramer, while working at the bakery decade-long family backlogs and reuniting Kathy with the Lawmaker of the Year Award. through his aunt, a customer. Less than a spouses, parents, and children to together This is a fitting and well-deserved accolade year later they were married, and they’ve been pursue the American Dream. It must build on that represents the caliber of work that Kathy working in the bakery together ever since. the success of President Obama’s Deferred performs on a daily basis. Kathy’s pledge to The bakery offers a variety of homemade Action program and incorporate DREAMers— the economic vitality of Ventura County and baked goods, including cookies, muffins, those who were brought to the U.S. at a the strengthening of our workforce makes her scones, danish, brownies, cakes and pies. It young age through no wrongdoing of their a fitting recipient of this honorable recognition. also offers coffee, cappuccino and lattes, own—into the mainstream of American society I have personally known Kathy for many which are enjoyed by a group of regular cus- so they can continue to make beneficial con- years and I am pleased to join the Ventura tomers known as the ‘‘Coffee Clatch.’’ tributions not only to our economy, but to our and Santa Barbara Counties Chambers of Its exceptional desserts and service make diverse society. It must satisfy the needs of Commerce Alliance in honoring my friend and Cravings Bakery a premier establishment for American employers. And it must ensure colleague, Supervisor Kathy Long.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 02:27 Dec 14, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A12DE8.099 E12DEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1872 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 12, 2013 THE PASSING OF ARMY STAFF North Dakota to help provide support and got a great one. But, Heaven also got a warm, SERGEANT LANDON LEO care. humble, and loving man who always put oth- HENSCHEID In addition, Staff Sgt. Henscheid enjoyed ers before himself. the love and support of the men who had lived Clarence will be missed dearly. My thoughts HON. JASON CHAFFETZ with his family upon their return home from and prayers go out to his family, friends, and OF UTAH deployments and became like brothers. In par- community. May God eternally enjoy his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ticular, Benjamin Judd, who served in Iraq with music. Cody; Brian Jones, who also served in Iraq Thursday, December 12, 2013 with Cody and again in Afghanistan with f Mr. CHAFFETZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Landon; and Jacob Henry, who served on PERSONAL EXPLANATION honor a dedicated soldier and young patriot Landon Henscheid’s first tour and eventually who survived his war injuries, but died trag- married his sister. ically after a protracted battle with cancer. We honor the tremendous personal sacrifice HON. DAVID G. REICHERT Army Staff Sergeant Landon Leo Henscheid of of Staff Sgt. Henscheid’s family. He leaves be- OF WASHINGTON Alpine, Utah, was initially paralyzed from inju- hind his parents, Don and Janet Henscheid, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ries he received while serving as a field medic two brothers and a sister. In addition, he Thursday, December 12, 2013 in Afghanistan. Subsequent surgery for those leaves behind many of his military brothers Mr. REICHERT. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall No. injuries relieved his paralysis, but revealed who were like family to him. 630, I was unable to cast my vote for rollcall cancer in his spine. For 18 months, the 24- The contributions of this great American No. 630 because my flight from Seattle was year-old soldier fought valiantly, but ultimately family reflect the tremendous spirit of service delayed. lost his battle with cancer on Pearl Harbor and sacrifice that have for so long preserved Had I been present, I would have voted Day. our freedom. I wish to honor the Henscheid ‘‘yes.’’ Staff Sgt. Henscheid loved serving as a field family’s example of selfless service and com- medic and caring for those with whom he mitment to family. f served. He had a tremendous capacity to love Today, I ask all Members of Congress to other people. He developed strong bonds with join me as we honor the life and legacy of HONORING THE PICAYUNE HIGH the men and women in his unit—bonds which Staff Sgt. Landon Henscheid, as well as the SCHOOL STATE CHAMPIONSHIP lasted long after their deployments ended. sacrifices of his and other families across this FOOTBALL TEAM Upon their return from deployment, friends great nation. We can never repay them the knew they were welcome at the Henscheid debt we owe for their efforts to protect our HON. STEVEN M. PALAZZO home, where at one point a few of them lived freedom. OF MISSISSIPPI in an RV in the driveway that Henscheid’s fa- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ther called, ‘‘The Barracks.’’ Always a fan of a good adrenalin rush, Staff RECOGNIZING CLARENCE TOOD Thursday, December 12, 2013 Sgt. Henscheid did not fear danger. According TAYLOR Mr. PALAZZO. Mr. Speaker, I would like to to his mother, he loved driving fast—whether take this opportunity to recognize a group of he was on his motorcycle, his 4-wheeler or a HON. RODNEY DAVIS young men from Picayune, Mississippi who boat. He loved jumping out of airplanes. Just OF ILLINOIS have fought tirelessly at reaching their goal of before deploying, he even bungee jumped IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES becoming Mississippi’s 5A State Champions. from the Las Vegas Stratosphere. His plans I’m referring to Picayune Panthers High for the future included serving in Special Oper- Thursday, December 12, 2013 School football team. ations. Mr. RODNEY DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speak- The leadership of a dedicated coaching staff Staff Sgt. Henscheid is fortunate to come er, I rise today to recognize the life of Clar- paired with the commitment from tremendous from a remarkable family whose sacrifices on ence Todd Taylor of Urbana, Illinois. Mr. Tay- student athletes, the Panthers overtook their his behalf—and on behalf of the United States lor has been a cornerstone of the Champaign- opponents with a final score of 42–35, earning of America—deserve our heartfelt gratitude. Urbana community for decades. them the state title and ending their winning The Henscheid family cared for three Wound- He was born on September 21st, 1961 and season with a record of 12–2. ed Warrior sons—two of their own sons and a found his life’s passion only a few short years This team calls themselves ‘‘The Maroon son-in-law. They also welcomed into their later. That passion, was music. Tide’’ and for good reason. These student ath- home other young men who served beside Clarence was an avid celloist, pianist, or- letes face hardships, physically and mentally, their own sons, providing both physical and ganist, and accompanist. in balancing their school work, attending emotional support as these brave young men He shared his passion and skill with aspiring countless practices, and spending time with acclimated to post-war life and dealt with their musicians and singers, always desiring to be their families. As a student athlete, I remem- invisible injuries. All of Staff Sgt. Henscheid’s a strong role model and mentor. ber how exhausting it was to come home late immediate family went to great lengths to be Clarence was the Minister of Music at from a long day of practice, but only the best with him during his battle with cancer. His Salem Baptist Church and Music Director at memories come to mind when the hard work mother relocated to Maryland from Utah to as- The Church Of The Living God. He was also paid off, as it has for this team. sist him. His oldest brother, Cody, a recipient involved with the Urbana school district and All tides rise and fall, all leaders face hard- of the Combat Action Badge, Bronze Star countless other musical groups throughout his ships. But no matter how far a tide strays from Medal w/V device and Purple Heart due to his lifetime. shore, it always rises to the occasion, just as 2006 injuries in Afghanistan, visited along with He saw music as a way to share and ex- this team has done. his wife Teera. They lived in North Dakota at press his love for his savior, Jesus Christ. It is a privilege to represent these young the time. His sister Rheanna, whose husband Mr. Taylor loved only two things more than men in the House of Representatives and my Jacob Henry also sustained injuries while music, God and his family. He leaves behind pleasure to congratulate them on their out- serving in Army Civil Affairs in Afghanistan, a wife and ten wonderful children as well as standing accomplishment of bringing home the made the trip from Elko, Nevada. And his countless other family members and friends. state title. The Picayune High School Varsity youngest brother Hayden and wife Lexi took In Clarence’s obituary it said that Heaven Football team is the epitome of a successful multiple trips to Maryland from their home in must have needed an accompanist. Well, they team.

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