E688 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 13, 2015 consideration the bill (H.R. 1732) to preserve senior academic scientists on more than a James’s life and legacy contribute to Warren existing rights and responsibilities with re- dozen research grants, bringing over 20 mil- being a better place to live and call home. He spect to waters of the United States, and for lion research dollars to Marin County and the is survived by his sisters Dorian, Chrisi, and other purposes: greater San Francisco Bay Area. Ms. Barlow Jennifer; his son, Eric; his sister Demetra; and Mr. of . Mr. Chair, I rise has been a particularly strong advocate for in- four wonderful grandchildren. James was a today to express my strong opposition to H.R. creased funding for breast cancer prevention beloved part of the Warren community and he 1732, the Regulatory Integrity Protection Act. research, which currently comprises only a will be deeply missed. This harmful legislation undermines the Envi- small portion of overall breast cancer funding. f ronmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Army Zero Breast Cancer is a national leader in Corps of Engineers’ ability to regulate and pro- supporting research on the role of environ- RECOGNIZING THE 946TH FORWARD tect our wetlands and streams, and it is an as- mental risk factors behind breast cancer and SURGICAL TEAM sault on the Clean Water Act. continues to advocate for research that spe- H.R. 1732 would block the EPA’s current cifically investigates prevalence of breast can- HON. BRADLEY BYRNE Clean Water rulemaking, forcing the EPA and cer in Marin County and the Bay Area. By OF ALABAMA Army Corps of Engineers to go back to the helping to lead a study that investigated the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES drawing board and start over with the process, relationship between pubertal development Wednesday, May 13, 2015 undermining years of work undertaken by and breast cancer, Ms. Barlow paved the way agencies, businesses, and numerous other for breakthrough science focused on youth. Mr. BYRNE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to stakeholders. Every American deserves to Mr. Speaker, it is fitting that we honor and recognize and honor the 946th Forward Sur- have access to clean water, and the proposed thank Janice Barlow for her years of dedicated gical Team as they prepare for their next de- Clean Water rules, under the Clean Water Act, service to the people of Marin County and the ployment. would safeguard the drinking water of more extended Bay Area community, and for her The 946th was constituted on January 23, than 117 million people who currently rely on advocacy on behalf of all whose lives have 1997 and activated at Fort James H. Wright streams lacking clear protection. The EPA has been impacted by breast cancer. On behalf of Reserve Center in Mobile, Alabama. The unit acted to protect America’s waters under the the many individuals and organizations she began with six officers and six enlisted sol- Act before, and it is an outrage that House has served, I am privileged to express our diers. The 946th has been deployed into ac- Republicans are blocking the EPA and Army deep appreciation to Ms. Janice Barlow for her tive theater in Afghanistan on multiple occa- Corps from doing the same now. Americans exemplary leadership, and convey our best sions. The 946th has attended multiple train- and businesses deserve certainty and under- wishes as she pursues new endeavors. ing programs and has received several acco- standing regarding which waterways are cov- f lades, including recognition as an ‘‘outstanding ered by the Clean Water Act, and H.R. 1732 unit’’ during Joint Thunder in 2007. would only lead to more confusion. REMEMBERING THE LIFE OF MR. During their deployments, they withstood The EPA engaged in extensive public out- JAMES ECONOMOS multiple mortar attacks while supporting major reach and received hundreds of thousands of combat missions. While providing medical cov- public comments on the proposed Rule, and HON. TIM RYAN erage during combat operations, the 946th the Rule is built upon peer-reviewed science. OF OHIO performed everything from appendectomies to At the very least, the public deserves to see IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES amputations to open-heart surgery related to the final rule before Congress decides to block trauma. During one deployment, the unit treat- Wednesday, May 13, 2015 it. Congress should let the EPA and the Army ed over 500 patient traumas, 380 surgical pa- Corps do their jobs and protect America’s Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today tients, oversaw the conduction of 750 x-rays small streams and wetlands from pollution. I to honor the life of my dear friend and lifetime and laboratory procedures, and coordinated oppose this legislation. Warren, Ohio resident Mr. James Economos. over 300 MEDEVAC transfers. f Mr. Economos was highly regarded within the In April of 2012, Major Forrest L. Neese as- Warren community for his passion for local sumed command of the 946th. In March of HONORING JANICE BARLOW businesses, community service, and his un- 2014, the 946th received honors for its role in wavering dedication to both the Warren G. WAREX 2014 at Fort McCoy in Wisconsin. HON. JARED HUFFMAN Harding High School Football Team and the Mr. Speaker, as the 946th prepares to de- OF CALIFORNIA Ohio State Buckeyes. ploy in support of Operation Freedom’s Sen- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Economos was born in Warren, Ohio in tinel, I want to applaud them for their commit- 1938 and dedicated his life to his family, his Wednesday, May 13, 2015 ment and service to our nation. They provide church, and his family business. He was a such a unique and critical role in supporting Mr. HUFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to proud graduate of the Warren G. Harding High our men and women who are working to pre- recognize Janice Barlow, who officially retired School and Youngstown State University. Mr. serve democracy in a very dangerous part of on May 7, 2015, from her position as the Ex- Economos joined the United States Army in the world. ecutive Director of Zero Breast Cancer. For 1960 and after nine hard years of commend- So on behalf of Alabama’s First Congres- the past fifteen years, Zero Breast Cancer has able service, he was honorably discharged sional District, I wish them safe travels in their thrived under Ms. Barlow’s leadership, growing with the rank of Captain in 1969. deployment and I ask God to bless the 946th, beyond the local grassroots to become a re- He married Joan Pompos in May of 1961 their families, and all those who serve our gionally and nationally recognized model for and the two were happily married for thirty- great nation. communities interested in prevention and three years until her passing in 1995. From f elimination of breast cancer. 1960 until his passing, Mr. Economos was the Janice Barlow has skillfully guided Zero owner of Saratoga Restaurant and Catering in HONORING POLICE SERGEANT Breast Cancer’s development by actively en- Warren, Ohio. His family purchased the busi- CARL D. PILCHER gaging the local community and continuously ness back in 1935. And next year Saratoga pursuing research partnerships and opportuni- Restaurant and Catering will be celebrating its HON. ties. Over the past 15 years, Janice Barlow 100th anniversary. OF CALIFORNIA has helped Zero Breast Cancer adopt innova- In addition to building a successful busi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tive technologies and outreach strategies to ness, Mr. Economos was very active in his engage new demographics and increased rev- local church and community. He was a mem- Wednesday, May 13, 2015 enue despite the recent economic downturn. ber of Parish Council and served three terms Mr. GARAMENDI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today During this time, Ms. Barlow also personally as president of the church council at St. to honor the service of Sergeant Carl Pilcher, co-authored two groundbreaking reports: The Demetrios Greek Orthodox Church in Warren. a man who has truly devoted himself to public California Breast Cancer Mapping Project: James’s service to our country, his dedica- service. Carl was hired as a Police Officer by Identifying Areas of Concern in California and tion to his business, his love for family and the Fairfield Police Department on April 11, Breast Cancer and the Environment: friends, and his passion for the Warren G. 1988 and over the duration of his career Prioritizing Prevention. Harding High School Football Team and the worked in various capacities which included: Under Janice Barlow’s leadership, Zero Ohio State Buckeyes, all demonstrate the Field Training, Patrol, Special Operations, Breast Cancer has successfully partnered with qualities that made him so special to us. Special Activity Felony Enforcement (SAFE)

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