H6416 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE July 14, 2008 I would like to briefly mention two of the rules were suspended and the bill, as may have 5 legislative days in which to changes to the legislation. First, the amended amended, was passed. revise and extend their remarks. version of H.R. 3227 reduces the number of The title was amended so as to read: The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there lakes that can be studied from 91, which is the ‘‘A bill to authorize the Secretary of objection to the request of the gentle- number of lakes that have historically had fish the Interior to allow stocking fish in woman from Guam? stocking, to 42. I believe this reduction was certain lakes in the North Cascades There was no objection. unnecessary but am supporting it to ensure National Park, Ross Lake National Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I yield the advancement of this legislation. In my Recreation Area, and Lake Chelan Na- myself such time as I may consume. Mr. Speaker, I stand to join my col- view, it should be left up to scientists in the tional Recreation Area.’’. leagues in the consideration of H. Res. Park Service and the State of Washington to A motion to reconsider was laid on 984 which supports the designation of decide which lakes should be stocked. Con- the table. July 26, 2008, as National Day of the gress does not have the proper science to f Cowboy. study which lakes are best and, therefore, we H. Res. 984 was introduced by Rep- should not be arbitrarily limiting the number of NATIONAL DAY OF THE COWBOY resentative GABRIELLE GIFFORDS of Ar- lakes that can be studied. Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I move izona on February 13, 2008, and since The changes made in the Resources Com- to suspend the rules and agree to the then, the bill has garnered the support mittee also limited the type of fish that can be resolution (H. Res. 984) expressing sup- and cosponsorship of 52 Members of used to stock the lakes. After working with the port for the designation of July 26, 2008 Congress, both men and women, from National Park Service and the State of Wash- as ‘‘National Day of the Cowboy’’. both sides of the aisle. The measure ington, my original legislation was drafted to The Clerk read the title of the resolu- was considered and passed by voice allow fish that are either native to the water- tion. vote out of the Oversight Committee shed or functionally sterile to be used. The The text of the resolution is as fol- on June 12, 2008. version before us today states that the fish lows: Mr. Speaker, it is reasonable to as- have to be both native to the Cascade Range H. RES. 984 sert that our great country wouldn’t be and functionally sterile. The one word change Whereas pioneering men and women, what it is today without the signifi- from ‘‘or’’ to ‘‘and’’ puts a needless burden on known as cowboys, helped establish the cant influences of the cowboy. This is those who stock the lakes. Those involved American West; why each year a day is set aside for with fish stocking want to ensure that the Whereas the cowboy embodies honesty, in- Americans to celebrate the contribu- lakes and the surrounding area are kept in tegrity, courage, compassion, respect, a tions of the cowboy and cowgirl to our pristine condition. In addition, the National strong work ethic, and patriotism; Whereas the cowboy spirit exemplifies Nation’s culture and heritage. With the Park Service and the State of Washington are advocacy of the National Day of the the only entities with the authority to stock the strength of character, sound family values, and good common sense; Cowboy Organization for the past sev- lakes. Again, it is my view that these decisions Whereas the cowboy archetype transcends eral years, the National Day of the should be left up to science and the people ethnicity, gender, geographic boundaries, Cowboy has been celebrated by the working in the North Cascades to decide what and political affiliation; public through education, the arts, spe- fish are both safe for the environment and the Whereas the cowboy is an excellent stew- cial events, rodeos, and other commu- best for stocking. This change will only serve ard of the land and its creatures; nity activities. to increase the cost and the effort needed to Whereas the cowboy lives off the land and This year, July 26 has been selected stock the lakes of the North Cascades—but works to protect and enhance the environ- ment; as the day for honoring and preserving such a compromise moves this bill forward. the rich history of the cowboy settle- Despite my disagreement on the wisdom of Whereas cowboy traditions have been part of the American culture for generations; ment in the American West, an act changes made to this legislation, I am pleased Whereas the cowboy continues to be an im- that forever changed the landscape of that the House has the opportunity to pass portant part of the economy, through the our country. H.R. 3227 today. Although the version before work of approximately 727,000 ranchers in all Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentle- us is far from perfect, it does allow fish stock- 50 States, and contributes to the well-being woman from Arizona for introducing ing to rightfully continue in the North Cas- of nearly every county in the Nation; this thoughtful measure, and I urge all cades. Compromise is never easy, and at Whereas annual attendance at professional of my colleagues to join me in cele- and working ranch rodeo events exceeds times it produces a diminished product. That is brating the American cowboys and the case today. However, I can support it as 27,000,000 fans, and the rodeo is the 7th most watched sport in the Nation; cowgirls by agreeing to pass H. Res. a result of bipartisan negotiations and agree- Whereas membership and participation in 984. ment. But, more importantly, I can support it rodeo and other organizations that promote I reserve the balance of my time. because it provides firm protections to con- and encompass the livelihood of the cowboy Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. tinue fish stocking where it was always in- spans race, gender, and generations; Speaker, I yield myself such time as I tended to be allowed. Whereas the cowboy is a central figure in may consume. Finally, I would like to thank many of my literature, film, and music, and occupies a I rise today in support of the resolu- Washington state colleagues who cospon- central place in the public imagination; tion designating July 26, 2008, as the Whereas the cowboy is an American icon; sored H.R. 3227, including RICK LARSEN, National Day of the Cowboy. and NORM DICKS, and CATHY MCMORRIS RODGERS, For the last 3 years on the last Sat- Whereas the ongoing contributions made BRIAN BAIRD and ADAM SMITH. I especially by cowboys and cowgirls to their commu- urday of July, people across America would like to note the assistance provided by nities should be recognized and encouraged: gathered to honor one of the greatest NORM DICKS, whose involvement in this issue Now, therefore, be it icons of our Nation, the American cow- goes back to his time as a staff member in Resolved, That the House of Representa- boy. National Day of the Cowboy first Congress. I urge all my colleagues to support tives— emerged in July of 2005 in large part to this legislation to make sure that my constitu- (1) expresses support for the designation of the efforts of the late United States ents and many other residents of Washington a ‘‘National Day of the Cowboy’’; and Senator Craig Thomas of Wyoming. and our surrounding States can continue to (2) encourages the people of the United Cowboys are the original heroes of States to observe the day with appropriate American culture. From the earliest enjoy the recreation opportunities created by ceremonies and activities. fish stocking in the North Cascades. western settlers to present-day ranch- Ms. BORDALLO. I yield back the bal- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- ers and cattlemen, their tireless cour- ance of my time. ant to the rule, the gentlewoman from age, integrity, and adventurous spirit The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Guam (Ms. BORDALLO) and the gen- has made them a symbol of values that question is on the motion offered by tleman from South Carolina (Mr. WIL- built this great Nation. the gentlewoman from Guam (Ms. SON) each will control 20 minutes. Their trade nourishes our bodies as well as BORDALLO) that the House suspend the The Chair recognizes the gentle- our souls. The values inspire each of us. From rules and pass the bill, H.R. 3227, as woman from Guam. Maine to California, from twisted urban streets amended. GENERAL LEAVE to the vast, open plains, Americans envy and The question was taken; and (two- Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I ask respect those who each day, ride off into the thirds being in the affirmative) the unanimous consent that all Members sunset.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 01:55 Jul 15, 2008 Jkt 069060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A14JY7.030 H14JYPT1 erowe on PROD1PC71 with HOUSE July 14, 2008 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H6417 I urge my colleagues to join me in support cated at 369 Martin Luther King Jr. nity of Jersey City in the early 1950s of this resolution and leave you with the words Drive in Jersey City, New Jersey, as when he took the helm of St. Michael’s of poet laureate Ron Wilson— the ‘‘Bishop Ralph E. Brower Post Of- Methodist Church. Over the years, he We give thanks for all that cowboys and cow- fice Building’’. has overseen the growth of the con- girls do, The Clerk read the title of the bill. gregation from six members to the To keep the Cowboy way alive and true. The text of the bill is as follows: thousands that now worship at St. Mi- So we honor this legacy for the value it will H.R. 5506 chael’s. employ, Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Largely responsible for helping the As we celebrate the National Day of the resentatives of the United States of America in church and its congregation blossom American Cowboy. Congress assembled, into a positive force for change in the SECTION 1. BISHOP RALPH E. BROWER POST OF- I yield back the balance of my time. community, Bishop Ralph E. Brower Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I have FICE BUILDING. (a) DESIGNATION.—The facility of the undoubtedly deserves the honor of hav- no further speakers, and I thank my United States Postal Service located at 369 ing a United States postal facility colleague from South Carolina for sup- Martin Luther King Jr. Drive in Jersey City, named after him. porting this resolution. New Jersey, shall be known and designated Therefore, Mr. Speaker, I ask that Ms. GIFFORDS. Mr. Speaker, I am proud as the ‘‘Bishop Ralph E. Brower Post Office my colleagues join me in support of that today the House is considering H. Res. Building’’. (b) REFERENCES.—Any reference in a law, this measure by voting in favor of H.R. 984, a resolution I sponsored that officially 5506. designates July 26, 2008, as the ‘‘National map, regulation, document, paper, or other record of the United States to the facility re- I reserve the balance of my time. Day of the Cowboy.’’ ferred to in subsection (a) shall be deemed to Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Located in beautiful Willcox, Arizona, the be a reference to the ‘‘Bishop Ralph E. Speaker, I yield myself such time as I National Day of the Cowboy organization Brower Post Office Building’’. may consume. works to increase national support for the pro- The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- I rise in support of H.R. 5506, a reso- claimed ‘‘Cowboy Day,’’ and to publicize news ant to the rule, the gentleman from Il- lution to designate the post office lo- and information about the resolution and cam- linois (Mr. DAVIS) and the gentleman cated at 369 Martin Luther King Jr. paign, so that active participation in celebra- from South Carolina (Mr. WILSON) each Drive in Jersey City, New Jersey, as tion of the National Day of the Cowboy con- will control 20 minutes. the ‘‘Bishop Ralph E. Brower Post Of- tinues to grow each year. The Chair recognizes the gentleman fice Building.’’ Many thanks to Bethany Braley, executive from Illinois. Bishop Ralph E. Brower, a Methodist director and publisher of the National Day of GENERAL LEAVE pastor and native of North Carolina, the Cowboy organization, for her tireless vi- Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I has been a vital presence in the reli- sion to remind future generations of the cow- ask unanimous consent that all Mem- gious and civic communities of north- boys’ contribution to America’s rich western bers may have 5 legislative days in ern New Jersey for over five decades. heritage. which to revise and extend their re- A community leader and accom- While the U.S. Senate has recognized the marks. plished intellectual, Bishop Brower is, National Day of the Cowboy in 2005, 2006, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there above all, a devoted family man. Mar- 2007 and 2008, H. Res. 984 represents the objection to the request of the gen- ried to his loving wife, Alberta, for first time that the U.S. House of Representa- tleman from Illinois? over 60 years, the bishop has been the tives has officially recognized the contribution There was no objection. guiding force in the lives of his three of the cowboy and cowgirl to America’s culture Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I wonderful children and 18 grand- and heritage. I am pleased to be a part of the yield myself such time as I may con- children and great-grandchildren. 4th Annual National Day of the Cowboy des- sume. His dedication to his denomination ignation. On June 20, 2008, the National Day As a Member of the House Committee and community is exemplary, and it is of the Cowboy resolution also passed in the on Oversight and Government Reform, fitting to name the post office in Jer- Arizona State Legislature, making Arizona the I am pleased to join my colleagues in sey City, New Jersey, in his honor. first State to pass the resolution. the consideration of H.R. 5506 which Generous and compassionate, Bishop Our legendary cowboy and cowgirl are em- names the postal facility in Jersey Brower’s passion for religious and civic duties braced and respected by people the world City, New Jersey, after Bishop Ralph is fueled by a personal commitment to intellec- over as symbols of rugged individualism. Each E. Brower. H.R. 5506, which was intro- tual development. After receiving his B.A. from represents a commitment to explore, work duced by Representative ALBIO SIRES of Kettle College, he went on to earn an M.A. hard and seek adventure while demonstrating New Jersey on February 27, 2008, was from Kings College, and finally a Ph.D from the personal determination to survive. He/she reported from the Oversight Com- Grambling State University. is loyal to an honorable code of ethics as well mittee on June 12, 2008, by voice vote. Academic accolades only scratch the sur- as persistent and tenacious in the face of any This measure has the support of the face of a man who has devoted so much of challenge. entire New Jersey delegation and pro- his life to improving the lives of the people In honor of cowboys and cowgirls world- vides this body a chance to recognize surrounding him. He served in numerous posi- wide, I encourage Americans to observe the the contributions and accomplishments tions including as the Commissioner for the National Day of the Cowboy on Saturday, July of a distinguished and highly respected Jersey City Redevelopment Agency and 4 26, 2008, with appropriate ceremonies and ac- gentleman from the Garden State of years as the Deputy Mayor of Jersey City. His tivities. New Jersey, the admirable Bishop service demonstrates that he truly is a man of I yield back the balance of my time. Ralph E. Brower. the people. This devotion has not gone unno- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The b 1430 question is on the motion offered by ticed. Over the years, the Bishop has received the gentlewoman from Guam (Ms. Unfortunately, Representative SIRES a number of accolades for his civic devotion is unable to join us on the floor today, by organizations such as the New Jersey BORDALLO) that the House suspend the rules and agree to the resolution, H. but nonetheless, he asked that his Urban League and NAACP. Mr. SIRES. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of Res. 984. statement of support be submitted for The question was taken; and (two- the RECORD. H.R. 5506 which would designate the U.S. thirds being in the affirmative) the Born into humble beginnings in Postal Service building located at 369 Martin rules were suspended and the resolu- North Carolina as the eldest of six chil- Luther King Jr. Drive in Jersey City, New Jer- tion was agreed to. dren, Bishop Brower’s educational aspi- sey as the ‘‘Bishop Ralph E. Brower Post Of- A motion to reconsider was laid on rations led him to attend Laurinburg fice Building.’’ the table. Institute and Kettle College of North Bishop Ralph E. Brower has dedicated more f Carolina. He received his master’s de- than 50 years of his life in service to the com- gree from Kings College in Briarcliff munity of Jersey City, New Jersey. In 1954, BISHOP RALPH E. BROWER POST Manor, New York, his master’s in di- he was called to build the St. Michael Meth- OFFICE BUILDING vinity from Florida State University, odist Church. He started the church with only Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, I and his Ph.D. from Grambling State six members, and served their parish as pas- move to suspend the rules and pass the University. tor for over 54 years. bill (H.R. 5506) to designate the facility Bishop Brower began to make his In addition to his role as pastor, Bishop of the United States Postal Service lo- mark on New Jersey and the commu- Brower served the Jersey City community in

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