April 25, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E571 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF munity in an effort to enrich the lives of Daisy and Division Chief Terry McGrath THE ASSOCIATION OF OHIO COM- disenfranchised and impoverished people. I trained together for ten straight weeks in Vir- MODORES wish him the best in his future efforts. ginia. This training consisted of various condi- f tioning and learning skills that trained both HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH Daisy and her handler. The two were edu- TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM MOCK OF OHIO cated in the many different scenarios that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES could very well be encountered in the line of Tuesday, April 25, 2006 HON. BILL SHUSTER duty. Daisy is trained to recognize 18,000 dif- OF PENNSYLVANIA ferent scents that may be linked to explosive Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES devices. and congratulate the Association of Ohio The Lewisville Fire Department was con- Commodores. Celebrating their 40th anniver- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 tacted by an ATF agent in the Dallas Regional sary this year, the association has traveled the Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Office to see if they would participate in the globe as Ohio’s preeminent ambassadors to honor William Mock, who has been named program and would welcome Daisy as a valu- international commerce. Historian of the Year by the Bedford County able member of the force. Needless to say, Founded in 1966 by Governor James A. Historical Society. Bill, a Vietnam veteran and they were more than thrilled with the oppor- Rhodes in honor of Commodore Oliver Hazard retired biology teacher from Bedford County, tunity to be able to provide a highly trained Perry, the hero of the Battle of Lake Erie, the will be honored with this distinguished award dog like Daisy for the safety of the entire Ohio Commodores have served various mis- at the Bedford County Historical Society’s an- North Texas region. sions around the world as official representa- nual banquet in April. I am pleased to join in with the rest of the tives of the State. From the Japanese Ambas- Bedford County is an area rich with histor- Lewisville Fire Department in welcoming Daisy sador and the Governor of Ohio’s sister prov- ical value and meaning, dating back to the as their latest member. Her devotion to her ince in Korea, to the Consul Generals of Can- revolutionary era. Bill has worked to promote handler, the department and the safety of the ada, Mexico, Brazil and Argentina, they have it by proposing the establishment of a Bedford public makes her an invaluable asset to the acted as the official hosts to foreign dignitaries County historical center to exhibit historical community. visiting Ohio. records and artifacts from the area. As he f Since its inception, the association has in- often says of himself, Bill lives in the past. His vited over 300 men and women to join the love of history has propelled him to take on HONORING THE OAKTON HIGH ranks of Commodores. Considered Ohio’s many meaningful, honorable activities to com- SCHOOL FOOTBALL TEAM’S ‘‘most distinguished honor,’’ government offi- memorate our Nation’s heroes and ensure STATE CHAMPIONSHIP cials, lawmakers, leaders in higher education, they are never forgotten. and business leaders have all been recog- A member of the Bedford County Historical HON. TOM DAVIS nized for their contributions to the economic Society, the Gettysburg Blues and the Sons of OF VIRGINIA strength of the State. the Union Veterans of the Civil War Gettys- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me burg Camp No. 112, Bill takes immense pride in honor and congratulation of the Association in working with these organizations to pre- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 of Ohio Commodores, which has dedicated serve our Nation’s history. He planned and ex- Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, the past four decades to honor the finest ecuted the rededication of the Pennsylvania today I would like to honor the Oakton High Ohioans and ensure a bright future for the Monument in Andersonville National Cemetery School Cougars football team, who won the Buckeye State. for its 1OOth anniversary. To mark the occa- 2005 Virginia High School League Group f sion, Bill spent months researching and fund- AAA, Division 6 State Championship. PAYING TRIBUTE TO DANIEL raising to reproduce the 138th Pennsylvania On Saturday, December 10, 2005 at Darling SKINKIS Volunteer Infantry Regimental flag, which he Stadium in Hampton, the Cougars all but shut carried in the March of Honor to the monu- down the Landstown Eagle’s infamous pass- HON. JON C. PORTER ment. ing game, accumulating 401 total rushing William Mock’s dedication to the preserva- yards against the Eagles’ defense. OF NEVADA tion of our local and national history is admi- Led by head coach, Joe Thompson, and his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rable, and we can hope that others will follow assistant coaching staff, David Foley, John Tuesday, April 25, 2006 in his footsteps and view our history with the Glufling, Tom Goggin, Bryan Gordon, J.J. Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to same pride and honor as those that came be- Hetman, Brent Newell, Kolapo Olarinde, Pat honor Daniel Skinkis for more than two dec- fore us. Purcell, Jason Rowley, Donny Samson, Rick ades of volunteer work in Southern Nevada. f Wells, Joe Drewer and Packy Purcell, the Daniel Skinkis has founded several outreach Cougars trained intensively throughout a dra- programs over the past 22 years and speaks SWEARING-IN ‘‘DAISY’’ WITH THE matic and triumphant season. The Cougars publicly each week at homeless shelters to LEWISVILLE FIRE DEPARTMENT dedication and teamwork culminated in their help addicted and disenfranchised members of 28–7 state title victory, the first in Oakton High society turn their lives around. From 1988 to HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS School’s history. 1993, Mr. Skinkis ran a private fellowship in OF TEXAS I congratulate all the talented members of Henderson, NV, for young people with addic- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Virginia High School League Group AAA, tions, called Witness Outreach. In addition, Mr. Division 6 State Champion Cougars: Keith Skinkis started Desert Homeless Outreach Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Payne, Thomas Rupp, Michael Lee, Handel over 20 years ago as a place where homeless Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Stephen-Dowd, Ervin Gamer, Adrien Laffitte- people talk about issues they face and work honor Daisy, the most recent member of the Smith, Donald Murphy, Brian Sweeny, Aaron toward resolving them. Most recently, these Lewisville Fire Department in North Texas. Dishner, Stephen Poumaras, Mark Davis, Cur- efforts to assist the homeless community have Daisy is a 11⁄2 year old yellow lab that was tis Eward, Bradley Rhodes, Kumail Baig, earned Mr. Skinkis the prestigious Jefferson previously under the training of the Bureau of Kevin Houghton, Derek Zimmerman, Tyler Award bestowed by the American Institute for Alcohol, Tobacco, and Firearms. She has Morris, Ilyas Karimov, Sean Purcell, Erich Public Service. achieved a reputation within the community as Kottke, Alex Wargo, Connor Madden, David Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor Daniel a very capable instrument in the detection of Kidwell, Trey Watts, Peyton Mahaffey, David Skinkis for his admirable work with the com- explosives. Shumway, Dylan Grimm, Justin White, John

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VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:40 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.001 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E572 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2006 Henry, Chris Rainwater, Ryan Harris, Mike The Democratic alternative offers many ben- our veterans today with the respect they de- Bautista, Chris Coyer, Jack Tyler, Jackson efits to college students and their families. It serve. Kibler, Kevin Swanson, Taylor Naleppa, Jona- cuts the college loan fixed interest rate in half Mr. Speaker, I am honored to have had this than Kedrock, Justin Otley, Josh Nelson, Mark from 6.8% to 3.4%. This will provide protection time to recognize the bravery and dedication Bleiweis, David Crain, Jim Roberts, Zachary to students who use loans to finance their of Jose ‘‘Lefty’’ Martinez. Capozzoli, Patrick Tyler, Jeremy Rudolph, Carl education. The Democratic alternative also f Myrville, Bo Farrar, Flory Niyonkuru, Alex Han- provides funding for programs that support PAYING TRIBUTE TO KATHY A. son, Joshua Lewin, Kevin Miller, Jared low-income black and Hispanic students. BATTERMAN Ruppert, Evan Fiore, Tim Seeger, Asif Kazmi, Today nearly two-thirds of all American col- Gavin Wait, Jared Green, Rob Koster, Mark lege students graduate with debt—up from Larsen, Clark Scheible, Marques Wilson, one-third in 1993—and a typical student bor- HON. JON C. PORTER Kevin Schweiker, Ryan Keely, Mike rower graduates from college with $17,500 in OF NEVADA Shvenderman, Joe Sullivan, Drew Whalen, debt. The Republicans in Congress have IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Joey McCallum, Thomas Vitale, Kevin Culkin, taken $12.5 billion dollars out of student aid Tuesday, April 25, 2006 James Wheatley, Chad Faulkner, Michael accounts to pay for their tax cuts and now, Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Pournaras, Wade Reynolds, Kenny Hanson, with this bill, students will suffer the burden of honor Kathy L. Batterman who became one of and Morad Motamedi (Manager) higher interest rates, new fees, and more debt the first crew members for ‘‘Flight for Life’’ and Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to honor their while in school and after graduation. Congress was the first certified flight nurse in the United championship, and to wish them all the best in should create more opportunity for America’s States. Mrs. Batterman’s life was tragically cut their future endeavors. student, not less. H.R. 609 hurts students and short in the line of duty when, on April 4, f their families who cannot afford the cost of 1999, the ‘‘Flight for Life’’ helicopter crashed in H.R. 609 FAILS AMERICA’S higher education. Indian Springs Nevada during a bizarre snow- STUDENTS f storm after transporting a patient to a Las Vegas hospital. TRIBUTE FOR JOSE ‘‘LEFTY’’ During her career Kathy flew over 3,000 HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. MARTINEZ rescue flights and is credited with saving thou- OF MICHIGAN sands of lives. Kathy epitomized excellence in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. HENRY CUELLAR all aspects of nursing. Not only was she one Tuesday, April 25, 2006 OF TEXAS of America’s premiere flight nurses, she was a Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, I stand today IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES certified flight registered nurse, an advanced in opposition to H.R. 609, the so-called ‘‘Col- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 trauma specialist, and Nevada’s first pre-hos- lege Access and Opportunity Act,’’ because it pital nurse practitioner. Kathy was a respected creates greater problems in providing financial Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to educator and a pioneer of EMS education in assistance for college students, and will lead honor Jose ‘‘Lefty’’ Martinez, a lifelong resi- Nevada. Her contagious energetic spirit, en- to graduates inheriting greater debt. The Re- dent of Laredo, for his bravery and service to couraging smile, and enthusiasm inspired publicans have chosen to neglect young the nation during World War II, Korea, and many others to do their best. Kathy was also Americans who need assistance with the costs Vietnam. Jose Martinez passed away recently instrumental in placing a second ‘‘Flight for of higher education. A number of academic or- on March 23rd, 2006, in San Antonio, Texas. Life’’ base in Pahrump, Nevada recognizing ganizations oppose this legislation including There were many that lost their lives during how crucial the response time is for those The National Education Association, the World War II, however, Lefty Martinez’s valiant needing emergency care in the outlying rural United States Student Association, and The return reminded us of the sacrifices made in communities around Las Vegas. Not only was American Federation of Teachers. The Demo- defending our freedom and liberty. It was the she a magnificent flight nurse, she was also a cratic alternative to this bill helps those stu- call to service that drew Lefty at the age of caring and devoted wife and mother. dents and their families who cannot afford the seventeen. It was March 1946, when Lefty Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor Kathy A. skyrocketing costs of college tuition in America had enlisted in the Marine Corps, which took Batterman for her dedication to providing today. him to the Barbers Point Naval Air Station in emergency medical service to the Las Vegas This legislation is problematic because it Hawaii, working on C–46 and C–54 aircraft and outlying community. Her death is a pro- produces a number of obstacles which could transports. found loss to the community and the medical interfere with students’ ability to pursue higher When his two-year tour was cut to fifteen profession. education. It fails to make college more afford- months, however, he remained with aviation f for years after he left the Marine Corps as a able for Americans falling in the low- and mid- IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF dle-income brackets by prohibiting them from civilian contractor. Veterans’ training benefits gave him the opportunity to receive federal li- JAMES ANTHONY ZACK, A CHAM- consolidating their loans while in school or PION OF LABOR during the six month grace period directly fol- censing as an aircraft mechanic, enabling him lowing graduation. The ‘‘College Access and to serve all over the United States and in Opportunity Act’’ also revokes a student’s abil- places such as the Philippines, Thailand, HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH ity to secure a low fixed-interest rate. In addi- France, and Vietnam. In Vietnam, he lost half OF OHIO tion, it bars married couples from consolidating of his civilian contract crew during the 1968 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their student loans with their spouses. Tet Offensive, and shortly afterwards, he re- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 The Republicans claim they are for strength- turned back to Laredo, Texas. Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in ening Pell grants when the truth is that over In Laredo, Lefty joined veteran organizations recognition of the life of James Anthony Zack, the last four years, their legislation has done and was the commander of the Catholic War who was truly a champion for the rights of the exact opposite. In 2000, the maximum Pell Veterans Post 1908. He also was a former working people in northeast Ohio and a proud grant covered about 41% of tuition expenses. member of the American Legion, VFW, Marine and dedicated Teamster. Now, in 2006, the maximum Pell grant barely Corps League and Vietnam Veterans of Amer- Jim served for 18 years as a Union Trustee, covers a third of tuition expenses. Students ica. He was an active member of the Knights Vice President, and in June of 1997, was are unable to cover this gap. This bill creates of Columbus, Fourth Degree Assembly No. elected President of Teamsters Local #1164. problems in the long run which will prevent 2565, and a former member of the Laredo He was constantly working to further his millions of students from attending college Evening Lions Club and the Webb County knowledge of the issues and areas of concern simply because they cannot afford it and be- Heritage Foundation. to Ohio’s working families. In 2002, he re- cause the Republicans in Congress have re- What I remember about Lefty was his dedi- ceived a certificate in labor relations from fused to make higher education a priority. cation to his country. In the spare time he had, Cleveland State University. Students and their families deserve more he always stopped by the middle and high A 1958 graduate of Elyria High School, Jim than what this resolution offers. That is why I schools to talk about his war experiences, and had over 25 years in sales at Pepsi Cola of will be supporting the more comprehensive he showed the importance in serving one’s Elyria, close to 23 of which were as a driver approach found in the Democratic alternative, country with honor and dignity. It is a great salesman. Additionally, Jim owned and oper- the Miller-Kildee-Scott-Davis-Grijalva amend- loss to this country to have lost such a great ated his own businesses as a distributor for 7- ment. veteran, and I hope we will continue to treat Up and Pepsi.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:40 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.005 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS April 25, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E573 Well liked by those who knew him, Jim truly GENERAL AVIATION SECURITY flight is a credit card to buy your ticket. brightened and enriched the lives of all those There’s absolutely nothing else you need to around him. His devotion to the Teamsters HON. STEVEN R. ROTHMAN do. and the members he worked so hard to rep- OF NEW JERSEY So you might be wondering, if the Federal resent was matched only by his love and de- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Aviation Administration and the Transportation Security Administration are not regulating se- votion to his family and faith. My thoughts and Tuesday, April 25, 2006 prayers are with his wife, Barb, children, Jim curity at general aviation airports, then who is? Jr. and Debbie, and five grandchildren. Mr. ROTHMAN. Mr. Speaker, the American The industry is of course. To help them out, Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me people should be outraged to learn that all it TSA worked with the charter industry to pub- in honor and recognition of the life of James takes to get on an on-demand charter flight at lish ‘‘Security Guidelines for General Aviation Anthony Zack. His dedication on behalf of a general aviation airport is a credit card. You Airports’’ in May of 2004. But none of these working people has served to uplift our entire don’t have to go through an x ray machine. No guidelines are mandatory. They offer sugges- community. one is going to look into your carry-on bags. tions and guidance, but the TSA does not re- You and your friends can literally bring any- quire any local airport operators, owners, or thing you want to on one of these flights and f users to put the guidelines to use. If we’re not no one is going to stop you. According to the mandating security procedures, then what’s IN RECOGNITION OF BASIC HIGH charter aviation industry this is actually a good the point of even having guidelines? Since SCHOOL’S MARINE CORPS JROTC thing and it represents advancement in secu- there are no mandatory requirements, the PROGRAM AND PARTICIPANTS rity from the days where cash could get you threat to our Nation’s security remains. a seat on one of these planes. And Mr. The excuse for the inadequate security has Speaker, I’m not talking here about small prop been that it is impossible to provide a one- HON. JON C. PORTER planes used by recreational pilots. Jets in the size-fits-all security plan for the Nation’s OF NEVADA charter industry are larger, faster, and heavier 19,000 general aviation airports. If that’s true, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES than they used to be, therefore making them then why isn’t the TSA looking at airports in more like their commercial counterparts than high risk locations? That seems like a reason- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 ever before. able place to start, but the TSA has not even Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to One of the ten busiest general aviation air- done that. honor the contributions of a special group of ports in the country is in my district. Teterboro However, there has been one notable ex- high school students in Henderson, NV, the Airport is only 12 miles from New York City ception where the TSA stepped in and man- members of Basic High School’s Marine Corps and handles a volume of over 200,000 flights dated tighter security for general aviation air- JROTC every year, nearly equal to the number of craft. Just a few miles away from the Capitol Basic’s JROTC unit was activated in 1977 flights at JFK International Airport. So far this at Ronald Reagan National Airport, the TSA and is one of over 200 plus units sponsored year there have been three incidents at the requires all general aviation flights leaving and by the United States Marine Corps. Basic’s airport, including one where a car crashed coming into Reagan National to undergo spe- MCJROTC has been designated as a ‘‘Naval through the airport’s chain link fence on Janu- cial security procedures and all passengers Honor School’’ 14 times and has received ary 12th. An 18-year-old driver lost control of must be screened by TSA. Now, I understand State and national recognition and honors. her Jeep and ran through the cyclone fence the threats that exist for flights around our Na- The senior marine instructor and marine in- that separates a major roadway from parked tion’s Capitol. However, the same risks exist structors are retired marines with over 80 planes. After going through the fence, the car for my constituents in Northern New Jersey years of combined military service and 30 actually crashed into a fully fueled plane and for the people of Manhattan and New years at Basic High School. parked on the tarmac causing damage to both York who are at the same risk from flights tak- the car and the plane. For those who have The mission of the MCJROTC is to develop ing off and landing at Teterboro Airport. Yet, never driven by Teterboro, I’m sure it seems young leaders and responsible citizens with the only thing the TSA has done to improve outrageous that a car could crash through the respect for constituted authority, to help indi- security at Teterboro is to require that flights airport’s fence and hit a plane. But it’s true. viduals strengthen character and form habits to Reagan National follow the required safety This incident raises a question that all of us of self-discipline, and to learn the importance precautions. This is just not enough. should be asking ourselves: If an 18-year-old There clearly is nothing preventing a ter- of national security in a democratic society. can accidentally breach the security fence and rorist from taking out a credit card, buying a Students that participate in the MCJROTC drive straight onto the tarmac, into a fully ticket on an air charter flight, showing up for program at Basic learn self-discipline, self-con- fueled aircraft, at one of the busiest general the flight with a gun, a bomb, or even a weap- fidence, personal responsibility and build their aviation airports in the country, what could a on of mass destruction and stepping onto a character. motivated psychopath or terrorist do? Mr. jet. With no air marshal on board and a full Basic’s MCJROTC students participated in Speaker, this incident speaks to the need for tank of fuel, any general aviation jet could be- the Western United States National Drill Meet much greater security at general aviation air- come the next weapon of mass destruction. If on April 1, 2006 and were deemed the overall ports. the TSA wanted to do something about this winner for the West Coast. Other awards We know that our Nation remains an inviting threat they would, but they haven’t. They are earned included: first place in Armed Inspec- target for terrorists and we would be foolish putting all their efforts into preventing the kind tion, second place in Unarmed Inspection, first not to assume they are looking for of attacks we saw on 9–11 and putting their place in 4 Person Unarmed, fifth place for 4 vulnerabilities. If a terrorist had a chemical or trust in the charter industry to protect our Na- Person Unarmed, third place in Unarmed In- biological weapon and needed an airborne de- tion from a new style of air-based attack. In spection, second place for Color Guard Regu- livery mechanism, it would be shamefully easy fact, the charter industry, which has seen dra- lation, first place for 4 Person Armed, first to commander an aircraft at an airport like matic growth since 9–11, markets itself based place in Unarmed Exhibition, second place in Teterboro, fly that plane over New York City, on its lax security procedures. They spend mil- Color Guard Regulation, fourth place for 4 less than 5 minutes flight time away, and de- lions of dollars in advertising to the rich and Person Armed, second place for Armed In- ploy that weapon. powerful that the way to avoid the security spection, third place for Unarmed Exhibition, The threat posed by lax security at general hassles and inconvenience of commercial air- fourth place for Color Guard Inspection, Out- aviation airports does not begin and end with ports is to book a seat on a charter flight. standing Unarmed Commander Cadet. a car crashing through a fence. There are They actually promote their own lack of secu- Basic’s MCJROTC students have won this other very worrisome concerns, starting with rity. prestigious championship twice in the last 4 the security and screening procedures for pas- Protecting our homeland is the responsibility years. Their commitment to this important pro- sengers boarding air taxi flights. Security pro- of government. It’s time for this Congress and gram and devotion to excellence has helped cedures are actually nonexistent. Let me re- the administration to open their eyes and ad- them achieve these high honors, and I am peat, there are no security requirements for dress this urgent homeland security concern. proud to recognize them today for their ac- these passengers. That’s right; no Federal This industry is expected to grow by as much complishments. agency requires any screening. In fact, pas- as 25 percent in the next few years. We must Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride that I sa- sengers are not even required to show a li- do something now. I urge the Homeland Secu- lute the MCJROTC students at Basic High cense or have their baggage checked. All you rity and Transportation and Infrastructure School. need to do to hop on board an air taxi service Committees to address this issue and enact

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:40 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.009 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E574 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2006 legislation that will keep America safe from the in 1973. Lou began her career as a healthcare aviation history. He passed away on April 2 at threat posed by the lack of security at general professional, working as a staff nurse at the Walter Reed Army Medical Center after a long aviation airports. Santa Monica Hospital. She was also attend- battle with cancer. CWO Novosel spent his f ing graduate courses at UCLA, at this time. last days as he spent most days at Walter She earned her Master of Arts degree in Pub- Reed, talking with soldiers that were recov- HONORING THE SELECTION OF lic Health in 1979. ering from injuries sustained in Iraq and Af- CASEY’S PLACE AS THE NA- Lou returned home to work at the Guam ghanistan. TIONAL HOUSING ENDOWMENT’S Memorial Hospital in 1980. She quickly rose Novosel received the Medal of Honor for his CHOICE AS ‘‘PROJECT OF THE through the ranks of Guam Memorial Hospital, ‘‘gallantry and intrepidity in action at the risk of YEAR’’ serving as the hospital’s Assistant Director of his life above and beyond the call of duty.’’ His Nursing 1982 to 1983. Lou then worked for citation reads: HON. JAMES T. WALSH next 10 years at the Family Health Plan He unhesitatingly maneuvered his heli- copter into a heavily fortified and defended OF NEW YORK (FHP), a private health clinic on Guam. Lou became the FHP’s Director of Operations in enemy training area where a group of wound- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ed [South] Vietnamese soldiers were pinned 1990. She served in that capacity until she en- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 down by a large enemy force. Flying without tered politics in 1994. gunship or other cover and exposed to in- Mr. WALSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Lou is a four-term senator in the Guam Leg- tense machine gun fire, CWO Novosel was congratulate and honor The Home Builders islature. She has served in a number of lead- able to locate and rescue a wounded soldier. Association of Central New York on having ership roles during her 8 years in the Legisla- Since all communications with the belea- their project, Casey’s Place, chosen as ture. Lou became the Chairwoman of the guered troops had been lost, he repeatedly ‘‘Project of the Year’’ by the National Housing Committee on Rules and Health in 2003. She circled the battle area, flying at low level Endowment. The Home Builders Association was also a candidate for Lieutenant Governor under continuous heavy fire, to attract the of Central New York is the first association in attention of the scattered friendly troops. during the 1998 election cycle. This display of courage visibly raised their the Northeast to receive this prestigious Lou’s career as a nurse laid the foundation morale, as they recognized this as a signal to award. for her commitment to serving Guam and the assemble for evacuation. Casey’s Place, a pediatric respite house for public. Lou’s caring nature, her humanity, and On 6 occasions he and his crew were forced children with disabilities, is truly a remarkable her commitment to improving not only the out of the battle area by the intense enemy project. It is the only facility of its kind in the quality of the healthcare available on this is- fire, only to circle and return from another U.S. that offers the needed services for the land, but the island as a whole was clear to direction to land and extract additional troops. Near the end of the mission, a wound- medically fragile and the developmentally chal- see to those who worked closely with her over lenged and their families, all free of charge. ed soldier was spotted close to an enemy the years. It is my hope that her legacy of pro- bunker. Fully realizing that he would at- Casey’s Place came about through the hard fessionalism, service to the island, and com- tract a hail of enemy fire, CWO Novosel nev- work and dedication of the 350 member Home munity leadership will serve as a lasting inspi- ertheless attempted the extraction by hov- Builders Association of Central New York. ration for her family, friends, and associates ering the helicopter backward. As the man Members donated materials, labor, and made as she leaves the Legislature for a new chap- was pulled on aboard, enemy automatic financial contributions in order to create this ter in her professional life. weapons opened fire at close range, damaged dream home where families can escape the Lou forges an exciting a new path for her- the aircraft and wounded CWO Novosel. He hardships of dealing with these types of tough self and her family as she transitions to the momentarily lost control of the aircraft, but medical conditions. The 10,000 square foot quickly recovered and departed under the position of President, Chief Executive Officer, withering enemy fire. space is equipped with a media room, recre- and Chairwoman of the Board of Directors of In all, 15 extremely hazardous extractions ation room, accessible kitchen, themed rest- the Bank of Guam. Her brother Tony also were performed in order to remove wounded rooms, fully accessible shower and bathing fa- served in this capacity. Her father Jesus personnel. As a direct result of his selfless cilities with reclining air jet tubs and state-of- founded the bank. Her service at the Bank of conduct, the lives of 29 soldiers were saved. the-art overhead lifting systems. Guam is continuing the family tradition. The extraordinary heroism displayed by To date, Casey’s Place has provided over- I have had the honor and privilege to work CWO Novosel was an inspiration to his com- night, school break and summer day programs rades in arms and reflect great credit on very closely with Lou over the years. She is him, his unit, and the U.S. Army. to over 150 children and their families from both a colleague and a friend. I admire her te- As a dustoff pilot, CWO Novosel flew 2,543 Central New York. Casey’s Place lets these nacity, her love for the island of Guam and its missions and rescued 5,589 wounded or kids experience many of the activities we all people, and her commitment to do what she stranded soldiers, according to Army records. take for granted. Without the altruistic spirit of believes is best for them. Her determination to He was an excellent soldier and an extraor- the Home Builders Association of Central New improve the lives of residents of Guam, her dinary American. May God bless him and his York, none of this would be possible. They de- commitment to forming good public policy, and family. serve special recognition. I wish them the best her persistence in seeing the needed carried of luck with the Casey’s Place and hope they out is commendable. Her presence in the Leg- f are able to touch many more families across islature will be greatly missed. PAYING TRIBUTE TO DR. CAROL C. the region. On behalf of a grateful island, I join her hus- HARTER f band, Attorney Jeff Cook, her children Joaquin and Mariana, and all the people of Guam, in HON. JON C. PORTER RECOGNIZING THE PUBLIC SERV- extending Senator Lou Leon Guerrero my ICE OF SENATOR LOURDES LEON OF NEVADA most heartfelt appreciation for all the good IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES GUERRERO work she has done for Guam. Additionally, I Tuesday, April 25, 2006 wish her success and prosperity in her new HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO leadership roles at the Bank of Guam. Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF GUAM f honor Dr. Carol C. Harter, who is retiring after IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES serving as the president University of Nevada, MEDAL OF HONOR WINNER Las Vegas for the past 11 years. Tuesday, April 25, 2006 REMEMBERED Dr. Harter has dedicated herself to enriching Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today the academic experience of the students at to recognize the contributions of a dedicated HON. G.K. BUTTERFIELD UNLV and expanding programs and enroll- public servant and a true daughter of Guam, OF NORTH CAROLINA ment at the university. Since Dr. Harter’s ap- Senator Lou Leon Guerrero. The daughter of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pointment in 1995, UNLV has created more the late Jesus Sablan and Eugenia Aflague than 100 new degree programs. During her Leon Guerrero, Lou was born and raised on Tuesday, April 25, 2006 tenure at UNLV, more than 17 new buildings Guam along with her brothers Jesse and Tony Mr. BUTTERFIELD. Mr Speaker, I rise have been added, including the Lied Library. Leon Guerrero. She graduated from the Acad- today to remember a great American warrior In addition, under her leadership, UNLV cre- emy of Our Lady of Guam High School and and patriot. Chief Warrant Officer Michael J. ated the William S. Boyd School of Law, the earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Nursing from Novosel was a veteran of three wars, a Medal School of Architecture, and the School of Den- the California State University at Los Angeles of Honor recipient, and a major figure in Army tal Medicine—the first professional schools in

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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Hulbert, Jennifer Kingsbury, Amber McMeans, Student Affairs Professionals, and the College honor Patty Murphy, a volunteer from southern Brista Michael, Kelsey Nixon, Brittany Parker, President’s Award by the All American Foot- Nevada, who because of her time and efforts Tonya Pipkorn, Nicole Poling, Bethany Rehm, ball Foundation. helping others, has earned the distinguished Emily Seidelman, and Nakia Westbrook have Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor Dr. Carol President’s Volunteer Service Award. made their university community shine as well C. Harter and her distinguished career in serv- Patty is a volunteer nurse with the Medical as themselves. ice to higher education. I wish her the best in Reserve Corps of Clark County. In September It is with great honor that I stand here today her retirement. 2005 after the destructive forces of Hurricane to recognize this group of individuals who Katrina tore through the Gulf Coast, she was have made their community so proud. The f deployed to Mobile, Alabama. There she gymnastic program of Texas Women’s Univer- worked on the M.S. Holiday, a cruise ship that sity has demonstrated the essence of the IN HONOR OF CLEVELAND READS temporarily housed evacuees following the American spirit of sportsmanship. VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR JOHN Katrina aftermath. For 2 weeks Patty worked ‘‘JACK’’ DOXSEY with a team of heath care professionals to pro- f vide medical care for the evacuees. The Medical Reserve Corps of Clark County RECOGNIZING THE MASON DIS- HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH is a committed and available reserve of prac- TRICT LITTLE LEAGUE UPON ITS ticing and retired health care professionals 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF OHIO that can be rapidly mobilized to strengthen IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES medical response capabilities during large- scale local emergencies. Although this organi- HON. TOM DAVIS Tuesday, April 25, 2006 zation was created by the local community for the local community, the leadership and expe- OF VIRGINIA Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in rience provided by this group has proved to be IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honor and recognition of Mr. John ‘‘Jack’’ a viable asset for a disaster on the opposite Doxsey and every volunteer who participated side of the country. Tuesday, April 25, 2006 this past year in Cleveland Reads, bringing In 2002, President George W. Bush called hope and possibility through the gift of literacy on all Americans to make a difference in their Mr. TOM DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I to countless children and adults—thereby communities through volunteer service. He would like to take this opportunity to pay trib- changing their lives forever. I also rise in rec- created USA Freedom Corps, an Office of the ute to the Mason District Little League as it ognition of Cleveland Reads Volunteer of the White House, to strengthen and expand volun- celebrates its 50th anniversary. Year Nominees: Jessica Anthony, Andy teer service. The President’s Volunteer Serv- In 1956, the Bailey’s Crossroads community Evridge, Dorothy Fike, Anita Morgan and Ste- ice Award is presented to outstanding individ- saw a growing demand for baseball, which at phen Novak. uals who have displayed an outstanding ex- the time was the only organized sport avail- Established in 1987, Cleveland Reads, a ample of service and who have accumulated able for young children. This spurred organiza- non-profit organization, has consistently over 100 hours of service. tion of the Bailey’s Crossroads Little League. worked to draw individuals, businesses and Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize The league was organized and maintained by agencies into their volunteer literacy projects Patty Murphy on the floor of the House today. volunteers, mainly fathers of the players, as it and campaign. Mr. Doxsey, 84 years young, Her example of service testifies to all of us still is today. that we can all do a little more to help our consistently reflects a caring and positive de- The league built their first fields in the Sky- neighbor. I applaud her for her efforts. meanor that gently inspires his students, rais- line area. After 12 years in the Skyline area, ing their confidence with every turn of the f the league moved to JEB Stuart Park, and in page. IN RECOGNITION OF TEXAS WOM- 1978 the league underwent its largest reorga- Twice weekly for the past 6 years, Mr. EN’S UNIVERSITY’S GYMNASTICS nization when it joined with the Annandale Doxsey, a tutor with ABLE in Cleveland TEAM American Little League, and was finally re- Heights, volunteers his mornings as a tutor, in- named to what it is today, Mason District Little structing teachers and college students in HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS League. English as a Second Language class. Mr. OF TEXAS For 50 years, the Mason District Little Doxsey has worked with students who hail IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES League has been a strong part of the commu- from countries around the world, spanning five Tuesday, April 25, 2006 nity, teaching kids the game of baseball. continents. Following the profound loss of his Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Hopefully in 50 more years the league will still beloved wife, Mr. Doxsey had several options, honor the teamwork and spirit of the Texas be carrying on its great tradition of instilling in including moving closer to his adult children, Women’s University’s gymnastics program. its players the values of sportsmanship, fair who live outside Ohio. Instead, he chose to These individuals have established them- play, physical fitness, teamwork and an appre- move closer to Case Western University, selves as true champions emphasized no less ciation for the American pastime. where he has given the gift of language to nu- by their devotion and passion to the sport. Mr. Speaker, in closing, I would like to thank merous students struggling to assimilate to Texas Women’s University seized the oppor- the thousands of parents, grandparents, chil- their new experience in America. tunity to claim the 2006 USA Gymnastics Col- dren, and volunteers who have participated in Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me legiate National Championship. This victory and contributed to the success of the Mason in honoring every Volunteer of the Year nomi- marks the Pioneers’ eighth national title and District Little League. By teaching their com- nee, and especially Mr. John ‘‘Jack’’ Doxsey, the first since 2003. munity’s children the game of baseball, the upon being named Cleveland Reads Volunteer The Texas Women’s gymnasts have exhib- many Mason District Little League volunteers of the Year. Mr. Doxsey’s patience, kindness ited their commitment to each other and their have contributed to the development of hon- and concern for the young people of the world common goals this past year by diligently est, productive, and decent citizens. I con- who journey to Cleveland seeking education, competing and overcoming any adversity in gratulate the League on its successes over serves to build foundation of understanding their way. Throughout the season these out- the last 50 years and I wish it more successful that transcends language, borders and culture, standing individuals have shown the success years in the future. I ask that my colleagues connecting us all with the gifts of giving, em- that comes from working as a team to achieve join me in applauding this outstanding institu- powering, and humanity. a great goal. tion.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:40 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.017 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E576 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2006 REGARDING THE 25TH ANNIVER- TRIBUTE TO THE MARION STATE Sheriffs Mounted Police and a board member SARY OF JOE LOUIS’ PASSING BANK of the Nevada Museum of Fine Arts. Mr. Speaker, I am grateful to honor Frank HON. HENRY CUELLAR Scott and his extraordinary career and I ap- HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. OF TEXAS preciate his efforts on behalf of the commu- OF MICHIGAN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nity. His death is a profound loss for the com- munity and he will be greatly missed. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, April 25, 2006 f Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor the 100th anniversary of Marion State IN HONOR OF THE 100TH ANNIVER- Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Bank in Marion, TX. SARY OF ST. ANDREW CATHOLIC acknowledge the 25th anniversary of the great The Marion State Bank was granted a State CHURCH Joe Louis’ passing; which will be commemo- charter on October 26, 1906, 30 years after rated on April 12th of this year in a wreath lay- the establishment of Marion as a town. The HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH ing ceremony at Arlington National Cemetery. Marion State Bank has operated for almost a OF OHIO Even though I was very young, I will never century without changing ownership and has IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES not merged with any other banking institutions, forget sitting with my father listening to the Tuesday, April 25, 2006 radio broadcast of Louis’ 1938 fight in which ranking it seventh in the State of Texas in he knocked out Nazi Germany’s Max terms of longevity, and one of the original 130 Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Schmeling in the first round. His victory was chartered banks in the State of Texas. honor and recognition of the parish community important to me for many reasons, but the fact In addition, the Marion State Bank will cele- of St. Andrew Catholic Church, as members that Louis was from Detroit made his victory brate its 100th anniversary with total assets of and leaders celebrate 100 years of faith and extra special. close to $43 million. It has served as a major hope throughout Cleveland’s southwest side. partner in the economic growth of the greater Throughout the past century, St. Andrew The following is a copy of the press release Marion community for a century which in- parish has served as a spiritual refuge, open- issued by Arlington National Cemetery of the cludes the communities of New Berlin, Marion, ing its doors to individuals and families in event. Zuehl, and Santa Clara. The bank has as- search of guidance, spirituality and peace. What: Joe Louis Wreath-Laying Ceremony sisted farmers and ranchers to produce crops, The ministry of St. Andrew began in 1906, When: Wednesday, April 12, 2006, 10:30 a.m. buy cattle and land as the major economy of serving immigrant families who settled in Cleveland. Since that time, a number of pas- Where: Arlington National Cemetery, Ar- the 80-square-mile area that they have served lington, VA, Section 7A, (Below the Tomb of for the past century. tors and parishioners have served as critical the Unknown Soldier). The Marion State Bank stands as an exem- guides in the journey of the faithful at St. An- Joe Louis, former heavyweight champion plary banking institution that has provided the drew Church. Over the years, the parish com- of the world, will be remembered by his son, community with stability and commitment to munity has evolved and grown, and has also Joe Louis Barrow, Jr., along with several the future of the citizens of the greater Marion survived numerous struggles and hardships. dignitaries and family members, during a community. The bank has weathered many Mr. Speaker and colleagues, please join me wreath-laying ceremony on the 25th anniver- outside influences and economic changes, but in honor and recognition of every past and sary of his passing. The ceremony will be it stands today as a symbol of a home-owned current member and spiritual leader of St. An- held at Arlington National Cemetery where bank that brings a sense of community in an drew Catholic Church. Despite hardship and Louis is buried just below the Tomb of the adversity, St. Andrew Catholic Church con- Unknown Soldier. ever-changing and fast-paced world. Mr. Speaker, I am honored to have had this tinues to provide a haven of faith, guidance, Louis, considered by many as the greatest time to honor the 100th anniversary of Marion renewal and support for hundreds of families boxer of all times, died on April 12, 1981 in and individuals, in the heart Cleveland and far Las Vegas, NV. Born in Chambers County, State Bank in the State of Texas. Alabama, Louis grew up in Detroit, Michi- f beyond. gan. He became the World Heavyweight f Championship in 1937 and held the title until PAYING TRIBUTE TO FRANK 1949, a record 11 years 8 months. Louis de- SCOTT IN RECOGNITION OF THE LAS fended his title a record 25 times and de- VEGAS WINGS CHAPTER OF THE feated his opponents 5 times in first round HON. JON C. PORTER DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS knockouts, also a record. SOCIETY OF NEVADA His most memorable bouts were with Ger- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES man Max Schmeling. Louis took a dev- HON. JON. C. PORTER astating defeat early in his career, losing to Tuesday, April 25, 2006 OF NEVADA Schmeling in a 12th round knockout in their Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES first encounter in 1936. After winning the honor the life of Frank Scott, whose story of title by defeating James J. Braddock on Tuesday, April 25, 2006 June 22, 1937, Louis and Schmeling met again personal and professional success should on June 22, 1938 before 78,000 fans in New serve as an inspiration for us all. Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to York Yankee Stadium. Louis, wanting to Mr. Scott built his business empire after re- honor the contributions of a special group of erase the cloud on his championship from his turning to Las Vegas from World War II where American heroes, those that have received the earlier defeat, delivered a stunning knockout he had served as a second lieutenant in the Distinguished Flying Cross. I honor them of Schmeling in two minutes and four sec- Army in Japan. In the 1950s and 60s, Scott today for their service and dedication to our onds of the first round. With that victory, opened a wholesale building material com- great Nation. Louis transcended from Heavyweight Cham- pany, operated a fixed base aircraft operation The Distinguished Flying Cross was author- pion to American Hero. In 1981 President Ronald Reagan granted the request to have and founded Stocks Ready-Mix Concrete. In ized by an act of Congress on July 2, 1926 Louis buried in Arlington National Ceme- the 1970s, as chairman of the First Western and is awarded to any officer or enlisted mem- tery. Louis served in the U.S. Army during Savings Association, Scott was credited with ber of the Armed Forces who has distin- World War II and achieved the rank of staff saving the bank from near financial ruin. And guished themselves during combat in support sergeant. in 1983 Mr. Scott was named co-Convention of operations by ‘‘heroism or extraordinary April 12, 2006 will be a day when America Man of the Year by the Hotel Sales Manage- achievement while participating in an aerial and the world will pause to acknowledge the ment Association’s Las Vegas Chapter. Scott flight.’’ impact of an African American born to was also the founder of the Plaza Hotel and Since its creation the Distinguished Flying sharecroppers in Alabama, growing up in the Casino. Cross has been awarded to some of Amer- inner city of Detroit who rose to the pin- Frank Scott was a bank chairman, director ica’s greatest aviators and serves as a re- nacle of his career. In doing so Louis pro- vided hope to an entire generation of Black of Nevada Power and president of the Greater minder of their heroic actions. This prestigious Americans and simultaneously challenged a Las Vegas Chamber of Commerce and the medal was first awarded to Charles A. Lind- segregated United States to question lim- Nevada Resort Association. Additionally, Scott bergh, of the U.S. Army Corps Reserve, for iting the rights of its citizens based on the was a board member of the local Boy Scouts his solo flight of 3,600 miles across the Atlan- color of their skin. chapter, a UNLV trustee, a captain of the tic in 1927. The first Distinguished Flying

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:40 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.022 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS April 25, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E577 Cross to be awarded to a naval aviator was Bergen Record newspaper who worked on the IN RECOGNITION OF U.S. SMALL awarded to Richard E. Byrd, of the U.S. Navy excellent award-winning ‘Toxic Legacy’ series BUSINESS ADMINISTRATION, Air Corps, for his flight to the North Pole. The of articles, which documented Ford Motor DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER AWARD contributions of these great aviators and those Company’s dumping of toxic waste in northern PRESENTED TO BLACK CON- that followed are honored by this prestigious Bergen and Passaic Counties in New Jersey. STRUCTION CORPORATION award. The latest award from the Society of Profes- In 1994 the Distinguished Flying Cross Soci- sional Journalists is a testament to the dedi- HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO ety was formed as a nonprofit organization cated reporting of Jan Barry, Barbara Wil- OF GUAM whose members have been awarded the Dis- liams, Tom Troncone, Mary Jo Layton, Alex IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tinguished Flying Cross. The society has es- Nussbaum and Lindy Washburn, photographer Tuesday, April 25, 2006 tablished scholarships and benefits for organi- Thomas E. Franklin, Editor Debra Lynn Vial, Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today zations and individuals throughout the Nation and project leader Tim Nostrand. that are seeking to make advances in aviation. to congratulate Black Construction Corporation In February of this year the Distinguished Investigative journalism of the caliber shown of Guam on the occasion of it being awarded Flying Cross Society officially recognized a in this series is critical to an informed elec- the Dwight D. Eisenhower Award for Excel- new chapter, the Las Vegas Wings Chapter in torate and democracy. I am proud that so lence in the construction category by the U.S. Southern Nevada. The great State of Nevada many prestigious journalism awards have Small Business Administration (SBA). Named is home to more than 260,000 veterans many gone to a daily newspaper written, printed, for the president under whom the SBA was of which have been awarded the Distinguished and distributed in my own District. Residents founded, the Dwight D. Eisenhower Award for Flying Cross. As a Member of Congress and of Bergen and Passaic Counties are privileged Excellence honors large federal contractors a Nevadan, I would like to extend a heartfelt to have access to a vibrant and competitive nationwide with the most outstanding small welcome, to the Las Vegas Wings Chapter, of free press in New Jersey. business subcontracting programs. the Distinguished Flying Cross Society. Each year, the SBA awards those busi- Mr. Speaker, it is with great pride and heart- f nesses and federal agencies that have ex- felt gratitude that I salute these great Amer- celled in various aspects of federal procure- HONORING THE 200TH ANNIVER- ican heroes and the Las Vegas Wings Chap- ment. To be eligible for consideration for the SARY OF THE ONONDAGA COUN- ter of the Distinguished Flying Cross Society. Dwight D. Eisenhower Award for Excellence a TY MEDICAL SOCIETY f company must first be the recipient of the SBA Award of Distinction. The SBA has twice hon- HONORING MR. BILL BUEVENS HON. JAMES T. WALSH ored Black Construction Corporation for its OF NEW YORK record of support for small business on Guam HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS and throughout Micronesia, following a nation- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF TEXAS wide review of construction companies that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, April 25, 2006 are awarded federal contracts. It is my hope Tuesday, April 25, 2006 that companies that are prime contractors for Mr. WALSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to federal construction projects heed the example Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 200th Anniversary of The Onon- set by Black Construction Corporation and will recognize Mr. Bill Buevens for his commitment daga County Medical Society. The Onondaga continue to subcontract with local small busi- to safety as an air traffic controller at the Dal- County Medical Society was first founded back las/Fort Worth Terminal Radar Approach Con- nesses. on July 1, 1806. Back then, 11 physicians met The vast majority of American companies trol. on top of Onondaga Hill at the first Onondaga On a warm, cloudy night with poor visibility, are small businesses. They are the largest County Courthouse to establish this great so- creator of private sector jobs. American small Mr. Buevens noticed American Airlines Flight ciety. 599 approaching the Dallas/Fort Worth Airport businesses have also established a strong Since its founding, the society has helped lined up incorrectly on the runway by fault of record of innovation and are routinely imple- Central New York deal with some of the more the instrument landing systems. menting cutting edge technologies. Further- After noticing that a problem might poten- menacing health threats of the time. In the more, the success of local economies is de- tially arise, Buevens remained on constant 1830s, physician members of the society dealt pendant upon the strength of small busi- watch of Flight 599 which seemed weary on with Asiatic cholera. In the 1900s, the society nesses. As local small businesses grow his instinct. Drawing on his 18 years of experi- addressed the local impact of the worldwide stronger, so do the communities in which they ence and hunch, Buevens’ fear proved true flu; which resulted in over 750 deaths within serve. Black Construction Corporation fulfills when the plane lined up to the wrong runway the Syracuse area. During the 1950s the soci- an essential role in that process on Guam and where another flight was taxiing for take off. ety assisted the local community in dealing throughout Micronesia by utilizing small busi- Buevens immediately alerted the tower con- with the polio epidemic. Currently, the society nesses to complete federal construction troller who then contacted the pilot and re- and its more than 1,260 members are working projects. with the New York State Department of Health aligned the flight to the correct runway. This f save is credited as remarkable because of the in preparation for the possibility of a bird flu HONORING THE SERVICE AND SAC- radar display. outbreak. Mr. Buevens was honored with the The Onondaga County Medical Society also RIFICE OF MR. DAVID FOY FOR NATCA’s Archies League Medal of Safety, played a leading role in the establishment of THE PEOPLE OF THE UNITED which is named for the first U.S. air traffic con- the College of Medicine at Syracuse in 1872. STATES troller. He is one of 11 controllers honored this In 1950, this college went on to become the year for saves. Upstate Medical University, which has become HON. G.K. BUTTERFIELD I am honored to today to recognize the ex- a tremendous resource and aide for the entire OF NORTH CAROLINA ceptional service of Mr. Bill Buevens. His Central New York region. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES knowledge and dedication to safety saved not Throughout its history, The Onondaga Tuesday, April 25, 2006 only the air line from a great travesty, but also County Medical Society has played an impor- Mr. BUTTERFIELD. Mr. Speaker, today I kept the estimated 300 passengers out of tant role in the healthcare of the people of rise to honor a constituent, a public servant, harm’s way. Central New York. Members have done their an American patriot who laid down his life in f best to live up to the Society’s motto, ‘‘to pro- support of the ideals of our great nation. mote and preserve quality health care by TRIBUTE TO THE BERGEN RECORD On March 2, 2006, David Foy, a Depart- working for patients, physicians and the com- ment of State Facilities Manager for our Con- HON. STEVEN R. ROTHMAN munity.’’ sulate in Karachi, Pakistan was killed, along On behalf of the people of Central New with three other individuals, by a suicide OF NEW JERSEY York, I applaud the 200 years of hard work bomber. We will never forget David’s service, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES members of The Onondaga County Medical nor its premature end. Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Society have provided. I wish the Society the David Foy served his country by dedicating Mr. ROTHMAN. Mr. Speaker, I would like to best of luck and expect nothing but the best 23 years of his life to the United States Navy extend my congratulations to all those at the service in the many years to come. retiring as a Senior Chief. But David

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In 2003 its owners sponsored ‘‘Cry Out: Poets Bragg, he moved over to the Department of The community of federal employees in Protest the War,’’ a collection of the anti-war State’s Bureau of Overseas Buildings Oper- Cleveland, Ohio, is comprised of nearly poems were read by eleven renowned poets, ations where he became a Facilities Manager. 20,000 individuals who contribute their talent, including Galway Kinnell, Grace Paley and Ja- For the last three years he has served in trade and expertise daily within an array of maica Kincaid, to an overflow crowd of 500 in areas at the heart of our War on Terror, roles, including park rangers, administrators, Manchester’s First Congregational Church. Kyrgyzstan and Pakistan. accountants, clerical employees, attorneys, That event was announced after the White David’s eulogy says everything you need to engineers, military members, mail carriers, sci- House canceled a poetry reading out of a fear know about him as a man and him as a serv- entists, nurses and physicians. that poems critical of the war in Iraq might be ant. He is a hero and a warrior. He was a de- The professional contribution extended daily read. The poems read were subsequently voted family man who deeply loved and by federal employees serves as a foundation published by Braziller. And when the Patriot adored his wife and their four daughters. of support, safety and security throughout our Act eliminated reader privacy—making it easy Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice on community. Every day, the mail is delivered; for investigators to check bookstore purchases May 5th will honor this loyal patriot by pre- veterans receive medical care; the environ- without judicial oversight—Northshire actively senting to his wife, Donna, and his daughters ment is monitored; our national park is pre- opposed the law with American Booksellers the Department of State’s Thomas Jefferson served; immigrants are guided to citizenship; Foundation for Free Expression. As a result, a Star Award for sacrifice in the performance of job services are provided; and astronomers petition with 185,000 signatures was sent to his duties. study the mysteries of the universe. Congress, asking that it restore protections for Mr. Speaker, David Foy is a hero both to his Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me reader privacy which were eliminated by Sec- country and to his wonderful family. We salute in honor and gratitude of the members of the tion 215 of the act. Cleveland Federal Executive Board and the his dedication to this country that he served so Small, local business is the heart of the thousands of federal employers who live and long and so well. David and other civil serv- American economy. Local bookstores are, and work within our Cleveland community. Their ants like him are the reason why we rise every have been ever since the times of Benjamin individual and collective commitment to their morning in the warmth of a blanket of free- Franklin (a bookshop owner), a center of work continues to preserve, protect and dom. May he not be forgotten and may his American learning. Congratulations to strengthen our entire community. mission continue in the work of this body and Northshire bookstore, to owners Ed and Bar- the hearts of all Americans. f bara Morrow, to its manager Chris Morrow, to f BOOKSELLER OF THE YEAR—HON- its staff, and to its dedicated and supportive ORING A VERMONT INSTITUTION patrons. PAYING TRIBUTE TO LOU EMMERT HON. JON C. PORTER HON. BERNARD SANDERS f OF VERMONT IN HONOR OF PACE UNIVERSITY’S OF NEVADA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Mr. SANDERS. Mr. Speaker, I want to com- HON. JERROLD NADLER Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mend Northshire Books, honored as this OF NEW YORK honor Lou Emmert for her professional suc- year’s Bookseller of The Year. The selection cess and outstanding contributions to the com- and award was made by Publisher’s Weekly. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES munity. Northshire Books is located in the small Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Lou Emmert is the vice president and gen- town of Manchester, Vermont. Owned by Ed eral manager for Sprint of Nevada, the primary and Barbara Morrow, it is a wonderful exam- Mr. NADLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to local telephone provider for Clark County. In ple of a locally-owned bookstore. It boasts a honor one of the most respected private insti- this role, she directs the efforts of local and handsome environment for browsing books tutions of higher learning in my district, Pace state governmental relations, regulatory rela- and a huge selection of titles. The selection it University, as it celebrates a major milestone, tions, public relations and community involve- carries is not chosen by corporate giants the 100th anniversary of its founding in 1906. ment activities, and is the main point of con- seeking maximum sales, or by a central office This great school has grown from humble be- tact for key business leaders. following national trends. Quite the contrary, ginnings as a School of Accountancy to be- Lou is also involved in many community or- Northshire’s wonderful inventory of books is come a vibrant and dynamic Liberal Arts Uni- ganizations, including the Girl Scouts of Fron- the result of the informed knowledge of its versity offering more than 100 majors. tier Council, the Las Vegas Chamber Board of staff: people who read and value books. Over the last century, the school has lived Trustees, the YMCA Board, the Nevada De- Northshire Books regularly presents read- up to its motto, Opportunitas, by offering its velopment Authority Board, the Las Vegas ings by authors, allowing it to serve as a rich students the opportunity to discover and fulfill Philharmonic Board of Directors, the Nevada cultural resource for all of southwestern their potential, and affording its distinguished International Women’s Forum, the Clark Coun- Vermont. It introduces young people to read- faculty and outstanding staff the opportunity to ty Public Education Foundation, the Clark ing, through its fine children’s section, and achieve excellence. As part of its 15-month County Department of Social Service Citizens ‘‘Story times’’ for young readers. centennial celebration, Pace University will be Advisory Committee, the Henderson Chamber Vermont authors value this wonderful store. hosting lectures, symposia, service activities, of Commerce Board of Directors and Desert ‘‘Northshire is everything one could want in a and other special events that reflect on its Research Institute Foundation Board. bookstore,’’ said Vermont novelist Chris long history of opportunity and innovation. Mr. Speaker, I am grateful to honor Lou Bohjalian. ‘‘It’s a huge gift to the state.’’ And With its six schools and colleges and two Emmert for her extraordinary record of profes- best-selling novelist John Irving agreed: main campuses, Pace is consistently ranked sional and community service. I wish her the ‘‘What’s remarkable about the quality and among the top quarter of 4-year colleges and best in her future endeavors. range of the Northshire Bookstore is that Man- universities in the country. Pace’s School of f chester isn’t a college town, or even a very big Law is nationally recognized for the excellence town, yet the store is both broad and deep— of its Environmental Law Program and its IN HONOR OF THE CLEVELAND it is literary, friendly to children, and wel- Lienhard School of Nursing has been an ac- FEDERAL EXECUTIVE BOARD coming to tourists. I love the place.’’ Novelist knowledged leader in nursing education, re- Howard Frank Mosher said, ‘‘Every time I walk search, and practice for more than 35 years. HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH through there, the first thing I see is a dozen Ultimately, Pace University’s greatest OF OHIO or so of my favorite contemporary novels and strength has been its people—its faculty, staff, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES non-fiction books. He continued, ‘‘Then, the students, and alumni—and its most profound booksellers that the Morrows have hired over achievement can be seen in the countless Tuesday, April 25, 2006 the years are, I think, the most knowledgeable lives that have been transformed by the Pace Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in booksellers I’ve ever met. They’ve actually experience. I offer my sincere congratulations honor and recognition of the Cleveland Fed- read the books they sell and know an enor- to all those that have helped the school pros- eral Executive Board, for their individual and mous amount about them.’’ per and grow over the past 100 years.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:54 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.031 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS April 25, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E579 PAYING TRIBUTE TO THE ARME- According to the Census of 2000, 6.8 per- lation of this County grows, the services pro- NIAN-AMERICAN CULTURAL SO- cent of California’s children are living in grand- vided by County Connection have never been CIETY OF LAS VEGAS parent-headed households as well as an addi- needed more. Each day agency buses help tional 3.5 percent living in households headed people get to their work, return home, and in HON. JON C. PORTER by other non-parent relatives. I commend the general provide a service that no other pro- OF NEVADA efforts these relatives take in providing a safe gram in the community can. Today, we are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and familiar living environment for these chil- proud to commend County Connection for the Tuesday, April 25, 2006 dren. agency’s service to the community and its However, now more than ever, I also recog- lasting commitment to the people of Contra Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to nize the financial hardships and personal sac- Costa County. honor the Armenian-American Cultural Society rifices faced by these guardians. As a cospon- f of Las Vegas on this, the 91st anniversary of sor of H.R. 3380, The Guardianship Assist- the Armenian Genocide. This organization was ance Promotion and Kinship Support Act, I am MGIB LEGISLATION established in 1978, and since that time has committed to working toward a solution that grown in size and influence. They are now the will help to alleviate these financial burdens HON. SUSAN A. DAVIS largest non-political, non-denominational orga- placed on guardians and give them access to OF CALIFORNIA nization in Nevada. They have worked tire- Federal funds that they deserve. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lessly to educate the general public about the Today, on behalf of the constituents of the Tuesday, April 25, 2006 atrocious acts committed against their people 16th District of California, I extend my deepest Mrs. DAVIS of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise and also to help preserve the Armenian cul- appreciation to these exceptional guardians. It today to address an inequity facing America’s ture here in Las Vegas and America. is an honor to have many of these individuals I am proud to represent a large and vibrant men and women in uniform who seek an edu- in my own district whose care and commit- Armenian community in the Third Congres- cation in return for their military service. ment to vulnerable children help to build a bet- sional District of Nevada and I consider it an For years, the Montgomery GI Bill (MGIB) ter future for them. honor to have been invited to participate in the has allowed thousands of men and women in ceremonies commemorating the 91st anniver- f uniform attend college or to receive vocational sary of the Armenian genocide. These cere- IN RECOGNITION OF COUNTY training to prepare for a new career after the monies offer participants an opportunity to CONNECTION’S 25TH ANNIVERSARY military. honor the survivors and their descendants, It is an excellent program and one we must and to remind the world of the tragedy that be- HON. ELLEN O. TAUSCHER preserve. fell Armenians of the Ottoman Empire. However, Mr. Speaker, I would like to rem- OF CALIFORNIA It is estimated that one and a half million Ar- edy an inequity that exists in this program with menians perished between 1915 and 1923 in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES legislation I am introducing today. a genocide planned and executed by the Turk- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 To receive the benefits of the Montgomery GI Bill, our service members must pay $1,200 ish government against the Armenian popu- Mrs. TAUSCHER. Mr. Speaker, I rise with to $1,800 into the program at the beginning of lation of the Ottoman Empire. The great bulk my colleague, Representative GEORGE MILLER, of the Armenian population was removed from their military service. to pay tribute to County Connection, the public A $100 is deducted each month from their Armenia and Anatolia to Syria, where the vast bus system provider that serves more than a majority was sent into the desert to die of military pay for the first 12 months, for exam- dozen communities and unincorporated areas ple. thirst and hunger. Large numbers of Arme- of central Contra Costa County in our two nians were methodically massacred through- With the legislation I offer today, our service Congressional Districts. members would still make the initial contribu- out the Ottoman Empire. The entire wealth of County Connection was founded on March the Armenian people was expropriated. After tion. However, this contribution would no 27, 1980 under a Joint Exercise of Powers longer count against them later on when they only a little more than a year of calm at the Agreement. After several years of careful plan- end of WWI, the atrocities were renewed be- apply for federal student aid. ning, locally elected officials in Central Contra In many cases, Mr. Speaker, the Mont- tween 1920 and 1923, and the remaining Ar- Costa recognized the need for a truly coordi- menians were subjected to further massacres gomery GI Bill alone does not cover the cost nated and integrated regional transit system. for college or job training. Our service mem- and expulsions. County Connection began providing service While there are still many who deny that the bers must also apply for federal student aid to with 12 buses, carrying 1,950,000 passengers, cover tuition and other expenses. Armenian Genocide ever took place, I am traveling 1,423,357 miles. In just its first ten pleased to see more and more countries and The Department of Education considers years, the agency multiplied its fleet of buses their benefits from the Montgomery GI Bill as states and even the media are now in the ten fold. Today, the transportation agency process of recognizing the genocide. It is crit- ‘‘income’’—thereby reducing the amount they maintains a current fleet of 131 buses and 56 are eligible to receive from federal student aid ical that we reflect on this human tragedy and LINK vans, makes nearly 5,000,000 fixed- on the lessons of history and work to avoid programs. route and paratransit trips throughout central This legislation goes back to the $1,200 out- the horrors faced by the Armenian people in Contra Costa and provides 4.5 million rides 1915. of-pocket contribution that a service member annually. made to become eligible for the Montgomery f The system is now overseen by an 11- GI Bill. H.R. 3380—THE GUARDIANSHIP AS- member Board of Directors, one representa- It is not fair to ask our service members to SISTANCE PROMOTION AND KIN- tive from each jurisdiction and one representa- pay the original amount out of their own pock- SHIP SUPPORT ACT tive for the unincorporated areas of Central et and then penalize them for it later on. County. This bill would simply exempt the original HON. ZOE LOFGREN Since its establishment, County Connection contribution that came from their own pocket has received numerous prestigious awards in- OF CALIFORNIA from the Department of Education’s income cluding; the American Public Transit Associa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES consideration. tion (APTA) Minority & Women Advancement This legislation does not present significant Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Award for its meritorious accomplishments in cost to the federal government but would go a Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. the employment, promotion and training of mi- long way to help America’s individual service Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity norities and women in management positions, members afford college. to acknowledge and honor the 294,969 Cali- and this year, the California Water Environ- I offered the provisions contained in this leg- fornia grandparents as well as 2.4 million ment Association recognized the agency with islation as part of the College Access and Op- grandparents around the Nation who act as its ‘‘Facility of the Year’’ award in recognition portunity Act (H.R. 609) when it was on the primary guardians to grandchildren that are for going above and beyond normal efforts to House floor. unable to live with their parents. As a result of protect susceptible plant and wildlife that sur- Unfortunately, the amendment was not ac- the service and efforts of these individuals, vive in local streams. cepted, but I plan to pursue the issue until we many children around California and the coun- For 25 years, County Connection has pro- correct this inequity. try are able to live with relatives and stay out vided vital transportation services to residents Mr. Speaker, I would also like to take just a of the foster care system. throughout Central Contra Costa. As the popu- moment to thank those who have worked on

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Tuesday, April 25, 2006 billion; household goods, including cell Mr. Speaker, thank you for the opportunity Mr. MEEKS of New York. Mr. Speaker, in a phones, at $5.7 billion; computer chips, $2.8 to offer legislation benefiting America’s military ceremony held February 2, 2006, in the Mans- billion; and computer accessories, televisions, service members and helping them to attend field Room of the U.S. Capitol and attended and VCRs at $3.9 billion. college or receive job training. by many Members of Congress, U.S. Trade According to a study done in 2001 by the Representative Rob Portman and South Ko- U.S. International Trade Commission, a U.S.- f rean Minister of Trade Hyun-Chong Kim an- Korea free-trade agreement could increase nounced the commencement of negotiations U.S. exports to South Korea by $19 billion and TRIBUTE ON THE RETIREMENT OF toward a U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agreement U.S. imports from South Korea by $10 billion. ED PEREZ and signaled their commitment to conclude the Finally, according to the U.S. Department of talks by March 2007. The U.S. and Korea plan Commerce, during the 2004 calendar year, to implement the agreement by September 627,000 South Koreans visited the United HON. LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD 2007. In light of the fact that the FTA negotia- States for tourism and business travel, rep- OF CALIFORNIA tions will officially begin next week, I rise to resenting the fifth largest foreign market of recognize the significance of this undertaking. tourists, excluding Canada and Mexico. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Launching the United States-South Korea Mr. Speaker, for these reasons, I wish to Tuesday, April 25, 2006 FTA talks is a critical step in the relationship recognize the launch of the U.S.-Korea Free with an important U.S. strategic ally and eco- Trade Agreement negotiations and I encour- Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Mr. Speaker, I wish nomic partner. I strongly believe that as we age my colleagues to offer their own expres- to honor the 30 years of service that Ed pursue market access for U.S. exporters, it is sions of support. South Korea is a long- Perez, Esq. has given to the City of Los Ange- to our advantage to strengthen already con- standing and trustworthy ally of the United les. Although his retirement from the City At- structive relationships with our allies. South States and a mutual FTA would only further torney’s Office on February 17th marks the Korea is our seventh largest trading partner solidify and reinforce our alliance partnership. end of his City employment, it does not end a and a friend in a challenging region of the f notable career in the practice of law. Indeed, world. Advancing the economic relationship his contributions to the City’s telecommuni- makes sense and will be an important benefit TRIBUTE TO 2005 NOBEL PRIZE cations policies have been so great that sev- to two great nations. WINNERS eral members of the City Council hope he will Close engagement between the U.S. and return as an advisor. South Korea has paved the way for FTA ne- HON. RUSH D. HOLT gotiations. Even before the official announce- As the City continues to negotiate franchise OF NEW JERSEY ment, the South Korean Government dem- agreements and shape important tele- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES onstrated how important it considers improved communication policies that impact the every- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 trade relations with the United States. South day lives of all Angelinos, we understand the Korea took the concrete step of reducing the Mr. HOLT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to celebrate value and depth of expertise that a faithful em- long-standing quotas that limited the screening and honor Drs. Roy J. Glauber, John L. Hall, ployee brings to the table at this critical time. of films by the American entertainment indus- and Theodor Ha¨nsch for being awarded the Mr. Perez began his initial employment with try. I am encouraged by the progress that has Nobel Prize in Physics for 2005, and Drs. the Office of the City Attorney in the Criminal been made so far on addressing several trade Yves Chauvin, Robert H. Grubbs, and Richard Division and switched to the Civil Division 3 concerns. I am confident that South Korea will R. Schrock for being awarded the Nobel Prize years later. In that position he provided legal continue to work closely with the USTR Rob in Chemistry for 2005. advice regarding public utilities such as tele- Portman toward making this endeavor a suc- The 2005 Nobel Prize in Physics encom- communications and energy, and transactional cess. passes the field of optics and its applications. matters for the City’s Information Technology The FTA negotiations will officially begin on The three gentlemen celebrated today are Agency. May 3, following the expiration of the statutory laser pioneers. Lasers have numerous prac- Mr. Perez was the City’s legal advisor for 90-day consultative period. In the interim, our tical applications, including in products such cable television franchising and regulation two governments have agreed to hold prelimi- as CD players and grocery store scanners, for from 1981–2003, beginning with the initial wir- nary discussions. According to reports, once computer manufacturing, and in surgery. ing of the city in 1981 and culminating in the the FTA takes full effect, over 90 percent of Roy Glauber gave a detailed, quantum me- citywide franchising agreements in 1987. Dur- traded goods between the U.S. and Korea will chanical description of the interaction of light ing this period, Mr. Perez had the distin- be phased out over 10 years. and matter, thus creating the foundation for guished honor of presenting an oral argument Mr. Speaker, in the interest of underscoring the field of quantum optics. Glauber’s work before the United States Supreme Court in the importance of these talks, permit me to list also created the groundwork on the quantum 1986, in the Preferred Communications v. City a few salient facts about the U.S.-Korean eco- theory of lasers. of Los Angeles, 476 U.S. 488. For this, we nomic relationship. In addition, John Hall and Theodor Ha¨nsch offer our sincere appreciation to Ed Perez for South Korea is a stable, democratic country received the prize for their contributions to the both his commitment to and invaluable under- with a free-enterprise economy and a gross development of laser-based precision spec- standing of these issues on behalf of the citi- domestic product of $726.5 billion in 2005, troscopy. This technique allows scientists to zens of Los Angeles. making it the world’s 11th largest economy. probe the atom with ever-increasing accuracy, The per capita income of South Koreans in explore the subtle intricacies of gravity, and When Mr. Perez transferred to the Depart- 2004 is an impressive $14,162. lead to a better understanding of the pressing ment of Water and Power in June 2003, he As noted by the Los Angeles Times, South question of imbalance between the amounts of continued to be one of the principal attorneys Korea is now the seventh largest trading part- matter and antimatter in the universe. monitoring complex utility regulations for the ner of the United States, with over $72 billion The work of the three in concert will lead, City. in trade volume each year. Moreover, South for instance, to the next generation satellite He looks forward to more time with his wife Korea is the fifth largest market for U.S. agri- navigation systems, improving on GPS, which Patricia, and their children, Christine and cultural products. is widely used in both military and civilian David, upon his retirement. I wish him all the U.S. exports into South Korea totaled $25.1 transportation systems. Another major poten- best as he plans for an active retirement and billion through November of 2005, up 4.6 per- tial application of this research, quantum cryp- sincerely thank him for his noteworthy accom- cent from the same period in 2004, with the tography, which could impenetrably secure plishments on behalf of the citizens of Los An- biggest U.S. sales coming in computer chips, data transmission, is of interest to financial in- geles. $4.2 billion; industrial machinery, $1.4 billion, stitutions and governments as the emerging

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From the Greek words recognize the outstanding humanitarian serv- leading provider of full-service Information meaning to change position, metathesis meth- ice and contribution made by Rotarian William Technology support in Northern Colorado, ITX odology, and its variety of enabling catalysts, T. (‘‘Bill’’) Sergeant on the occasion of his re- has earned the confidence of numerous cor- have become invaluable in the development tirement from his position as Chairman of the porate, non-profit, and governmental organiza- and industrial scale production of polymers, International PolioPlus Committee of The Ro- tions. The leadership and expertise dem- onstrated by Mr. Tran and Mr. Hottman have fuel additives, biologically active compounds, tary Foundation of Rotary International—a resulted in the tremendous expansion and and drugs. committee that develops Rotary’s policies and strategies to achieve polio eradication. Since growth of ITX. In only 6 years, ITX has more The formation and reorganization of carbon- the inception of Rotary’s International than tripled the size of its workforce to 95 indi- carbon bonds is the heart of synthetic organic PolioPlus Committee in 1994, Bill Sergeant, a viduals. chemistry. Developing new techniques and retired Colonel, has served tirelessly as the Mr. Speaker, the remarkable economic suc- methods for controlling carbon connectivity is General leading the efforts of Rotary’s army of cess realized by ITX pales in comparison to critical to advancing an enormous range of 1.2 million volunteers in the war against polio. the extraordinary generosity and commitment scientific advancement and technological de- A member of the Rotary club of Oak Ridge, to the community embodied by members of velopment. Tennessee for more than 50 years, Bill Ser- the ITX family. Following the 2004 Asian tsu- Methods like metathesis represent the very geant held many leadership positions in Ro- nami disaster, ITX generously contributed tary, including Rotary International Vice-presi- tools used by chemists around the world to funds to aid Chennai victims and was subse- dent, Director, and Foundation Trustee, before build better drugs, better fuels, and better ma- quently honored by the City of Fort Collins assuming leadership of PolioPlus, Rotary’s terials in ways that are cheaper, faster, and with a key to the city. Additionally, ITX has flagship program. Bill Sergeant has traveled to been lauded for providing much-needed com- cleaner. Chemists around the world have in- countries on 6 continents to participate in polio puter equipment to the Asian Chamber of corporated metathesis reactions into produc- eradication activities, represented Rotary Inter- Commerce and discounted IT services to over tion schemes for novel medicines and even national at strategic meetings, and promoted a dozen Northern Colorado non-profit organi- materials used in bullet-proof vests; and the the cause of global polio eradication and en- zations. increased efficiency realized by metathesis re- sured its prominence among the Rotary world actions leads to less waste generated in the as Rotary’s highest priority. As a member of the Governor’s Minority process. Through his integrity, acumen and keen ob- Business Advisory Council, Mai Tran is a rec- The work of these Noble laureates reverber- servation, Bill Sergeant quickly earned the re- ognized leader in the small business commu- ates through technological developments and spect of peers in the other three spearheading nity and is active in addressing issues that af- innovative engineering, resulting in the organizations: the World Health Organization, fect minority businesses across the State. He strengthening of our economy. The basic re- UNICEF, and the U.S. Centers for Disease personifies his own belief that through skill, search which brought about the Nobel Prizes Control and Prevention; thereby strengthening hard work, and determination, minority busi- in 2005 was funded by agencies like the Na- the efficacy of this unique public/private col- nesses strengthen Colorado’s economy. tional Institutes of Health, the National Science laborative effort for the ultimate benefit of the At the age of 16, Mr. Tran fled to the United Foundation, and the National Institute of children of the world. Under Bill Sergeant’s States after South Vietnam fell to communism. leadership, Rotary established criteria for the Standards and Technology, which are funded Through a great deal of determination and strategic use of PolioPlus grant funds, by the Federal Government. hard work, Mr. Tran overcame his lack of launched the PolioPlus Partners program to English skills and went on to earn a degree in While much of the fundamental research provide supplemental support for critical polio Computer Science and Mathematics from Col- performed or funded through these agencies eradication activities, and established inter- orado State University. Today, as President may not immediately appear to have practical national advocacy to ensure sufficient political and CEO of ITX, Mr. Tran’s dedication and applications, we must recognize that today’s and financial public sector support for global commitment to others serves as an inspiration chemical oddity or strange physical principle polio eradication efforts. to his employees and his community. could be tomorrow’s Nobel Prize. Yet, the total During his tenure as Chairman of Rotary’s Federal research and development portfolio is International PolioPlus Committee, three re- As co-founder and Executive Vice President taking a cut for the first time since 1996 in the gions of the world have been certified polio- of ITX, Mr. Hottman’s wealth of experience and expertise in the field of information tech- President’s fiscal year 2007 budget request. free and only four countries remain with en- demic transmission of polio. Bill Sergeant has nology have ensured the success of ITX and Mr. Speaker, the world is in transition right demonstrated, through his exemplary, single- its continued contributions to the community. now. We, and the other industrialized nations minded dedication to the goal of a polio-free After graduating from Colorado State Univer- of the world, are accelerating into a knowl- world, that one man can make the world a sity with a degree in computer information sys- edge-based global economy. We can make no better place through commitment, determina- tems, Mr. Hottman worked at United Banks assumptions that the United States will remain tion, and a great deal of heart. and the United States Department of Agri- the dominant factor in this economy. Compla- Mr. Speaker, I ask you and our fellow rep- culture before joining the Western Area Power cency will be our downfall. resentatives to join me in recognizing Bill Ser- Administration as Project Leader. While at WAPA, Mr. Hottman and Mr. Tran worked to- As we celebrate Nobel Prize winners and geant for his outstanding leadership and serv- gether as a high performing team of lT profes- honor their work, we are slipping behind in the ice in support of the goal of a polio-free world—a goal which the United States Gov- sionals, and in 1996 they decided to form their scramble for the top of the globalization moun- ernment shares. own IT services provider. Like Mr. Tran, Mr. tain. Other nations are acting as we sit think- f Hottman’s involvement in the Fort Collins ing of actions to take. The cultural shift re- Foothills Rotary Club and other community or- quired for our Nation to move forward and TRIBUTE TO MR. MAI TRAN AND ganizations has inspired and encouraged the maintain a competitive edge over other na- MR. BRUCE HOTTMAN employees of ITX to become active members tions begins with how the Federal Government of their community. spends its money. We must increase the fund- HON. MARILYN N. MUSGRAVE I am proud to represent individuals with ing for research and development to maintain OF COLORADO such a remarkable entrepreneurial and com- our competitiveness. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES passionate spirit. Mr. Speaker, I urge my col- We must come together as one Congress, Tuesday, April 25, 2006 leagues to join me in recognizing the many united across party lines, choosing to act for Mrs. MUSGRAVE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today accomplishments and selfless dedication of our future. to recognize and congratulate Mr. Mai Tran Mr. Mai Tran and Mr. Bruce Hottman.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:40 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.044 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E582 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2006 IN RECOGNITION OF TEXAS WES- school activities, employment history, and an TRIBUTE TO MR. EDDIE WALTER LEYAN UNIVERSITY’S TABLE autobiographical essay. JACKSON, JR. TENNIS TEAM Mr. Speaker, education is the foundation upon which we reach our human potential. HON. CHET EDWARDS OF TEXAS HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS Students in my district are developing their tal- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF TEXAS ents, furthering their education and pursuing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their aspirations in life through programs like Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 the Academic All-Star program. Encourage- Mr. EDWARDS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ment and recognition develop confidence and ognize a great individual and community lead- honor the teamwork and spirit of the Texas achievement among young Americans—the er, Mr. Eddie Walter Jackson, Jr., and to thank him for his contributions to the greater Waco Wesleyan University’s Table Tennis program. future leaders of our country. These individuals have established them- community and this great Nation. The following students have been nomi- selves as true champions, emphasized no less Mr. Jackson is one of three children born to by their devotion and passion to the sport. nated for their academic excellence: the late Ed W. Jackson, Sr., and the late Lula Texas Wesleyan is home to the National David Keith Greene III, David Aaron Grif- Mae Bowman Parker. Mr. Jackson graduated from Corsicana Pub- Championship Team for Collegiate Table Ten- fith, Brian Matthew Harrell, Kenton Mark lic Schools and later Paul Quinn College nis, a title they have held since 2002. Texas Henderson, Matthew Thomas Hightower, Ni- where he received a Bachelor of Science de- Wesleyan University has won 16 out of 25 cole Liane Paul, Michael Wayne Rowe, possible collegiate titles in 4 years. Lindsey Michelle Storm, Allison Rae Hud- gree in mathematics and business. He served The Texas Wesleyan table tennis players son, Steven Kurtis McGhee, Samantha Jean this Nation honorably as a member of the U.S. have exhibited their commitment to each other Moore, Daniel Stephen Richard, Elizabeth Navy, World War II veteran. Following his service in the military, Mr. and their common goals this past season by Alice Riley, Dustin Alan Shaw, Sarah Nicole diligently competing and overcoming any ad- Becker, Amanda Josephine Collett, Jessica Jackson’s exemplary work history includes versity in their way. Throughout the season Elizabeth Joy Gapp, Samantha Rene´ McIn- working as a teacher and coach at the Ander- these outstanding individuals have shown the tyre, Cody James Noffsinger, Hilary Dawn son High School in Mart, TX; 34 years of out- success that comes from working as a team to Pate, Mary Rachel Ray, Paul Allen Reed, standing service at the Veterans Administra- achieve a great goal. Thomas Andrew Burkhead, Amanda Leigh tion Medical Center in Waco, TX, and Nick’s Under the leadership of former coaches and Hall, and Lindsey Nicole Hancock. Restaurant for over 30 years. Mr. Jackson has a deep love for his family. players such as Christian Lillieroos, the team Eric Anthony Money, Kelsey Paige Pen- He shared wonderful years of marriage to the has continued its championship status. It is dleton, John Luke Schirtzinger, Sarah Ann late Lonnie B. Taylor Jackson. They had one with great honor that I stand here today to rec- Stokes, Christie Marie White, Bethany Ann son, Ronald Wayne Jackson, Sr., and three ognize this group of individuals who have Cooper, Caitlyn Taylor Hughes, Kari Jaclyn daughters, Sara L. Pimpton, Doris Laverne made their community so proud: Interim Keech, Patrick Ross Metcalfe, Denver An- Jackson, and Portia Elaine Jackson. He is a Coach Keith Evans; Interim Assistant Coach drew Sizemore, Caitlyn White, Betsy Camille proud and devoted grandfather of nine, great- Jasna Reed; Program Assistant Michael Austin, Barrett Ray Boyd, Garrett James grandfather of eight, and great-great-grand- Meier; Volunteer Assistant Coach James Ebel, Hunter Wood Hayes, John David father of two. Rautis; and Women’s Junior Varsity team Heisterberg, Garrett Richard Sharp, Stacey For over half a century today, Mr. Jackson members Johnese Evans and Kareema Brooke Sholar, James Gregory Williams II, has been a devoted member of the Pleasant Styles; Women’s Varsity team members Jasna Justin Keith Cavanaugh, Courtney Lynn Olive Missionary Baptist Church. He is a life Reed and Sabrina Worrell; Men’s Junior Var- Greenfield, Joshua Dwayne Jenkins, Aleia member of the American Legion, a member of sity team members Andre Scott, Aldis Presley, Lynne Judd, and Palak Manoj Majmudar. the A. Phillip Randolph Institute, the American Michael Meier, David Livings, Peter Lindsay- Brittney Michele Metts, Forrest Samuel Federation of Government Employees, AFGE, van der Puije, Sadiq Khan and Tim Aikey; and Pittman, Amanda Jane Sweet, Brittney Local 1822 for over 40 years, a dedicated Men’s Varsity team members Eric Owens, Michelle Addison, Alana Freeman Baker, member of the Central Texas Labor Council Courtney Roberts, Dinko Kranjac, Abdul Kyle Mark Dettro, Leonard Gordon, Jr., Jen- for 50 years and the Masonic Family-Mason. Rahman Khan, Ludovic Gombos and Carlos nifer Lee Robinson, Derrick Shane Strong, Within the community, Mr. Jackson has Chiu. Jillian Katherine Terhune, Kelsi Micole Aus- shown a deep commitment by serving as a The table tennis program of Texas Wes- tin, Amanda Baker, Hadley Burns, deputized voter registrar, poll watcher for elec- Shantinna Marie Hartrum, Mackenzie leyan University has demonstrated the es- tions, precinct 2, volunteer for the Democratic Isenberg, Emily K. Kelley, Lyndsey McClain, sence of the American spirit of sportsmanship. Party, and a candidate for the Silver Haired Cody Warren Nance, Stephanie M. Radford, f Legislature. Brandon Thomas Stanley, Hannah Elizabeth Mr. Jackson is a man of energy and action. ACADEMIC ALL-STAR TEAM Stokes, Kanisha Paige Frye, Keishla A. Gar- He is the past president of the North Junior cia, and Tanner James. School PTA, past vice-president of AFGE HON. ED WHITFIELD Justin Jatczak, Jordan Lee Johnson, Local 1822 and the immediate past president OF KENTUCKY Aaron Michael Laurent, Leslie Denise Peck, of the Central Texas Labor Council. He has IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Brittany Sweet, Kevin Tyler Wiseman, Pres- dedicated his life to working to make Waco a Tuesday, April 25, 2006 ton Workman, John Wright, Marty Stuart better community. Asbridge, Taylor Davis, Lyndsey McClain, Mr. Speaker, it is a privilege to honor Mr. Mr. WHITFIELD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Anna Miller, Kendra Angela Montejos, Carly to recognize nominees for the Regional Aca- Eddie Walter Jackson, Jr., and offer my heart- Jo P’Pool, Michelle Schulz, Thomas felt appreciation for a life dedicated to service demic All-Star Team from the Pennyroyal re- Shaheen, Chelsea Smith, Sarah Tucker, Josh gion in western Kentucky. to the Central Texas Labor Council, his com- Villafranca, Matthew P. Clark, Will Farmer, munity and the people of Central Texas. The regional academic All-Star program’s Thomas James Gilkey, Casey Haley, Austin f purpose is to recognize top academic scholars Porter Hart, Jessica Nichole Jobe, Emily and performers. Students from Caldwell, Anne Koehler, Tierra L. McShan, James Lile TRIBUTE ON THE RETIREMENT OF Christian, Trigg and Todd Counties of Ken- Rummage, Ashton Spangler, and Kelsey Eliz- AMERICAN HOSPITAL ASSOCIA- tucky were nominated based upon their aca- abeth Thomason. TION PRESIDENT RICHARD J. demic performance in seven disciplines: DAVIDSON English, foreign language, journalism, mathe- Mr. Speaker, these students embody the matics, science, social studies and the cre- spirit, commitment and sacrifice that we all HON. BENJAMIN L. CARDIN ative and performing arts. The students are should strive for in our daily lives. I am proud OF MARYLAND judged on their core academic score, the cur- to represent them in my District. I extend my IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES riculum of the student, their grade point aver- thanks to these students for their efforts, and Tuesday, April 25, 2006 age, academic honors earned, unique accom- I am proud to bring their accomplishments to plishments and achievements, extracurricular the attention of this House. Mr. CARDIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to con- activities, both school related and outside gratulate Dick Davidson, President of the

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Dick believed strongly in the shared obligation Mr. Roark was a proud veteran of our IN HONOR OF THE VOLUNTEERS between state government and hospitals to armed forces. He was stationed in Brazil dur- OF SOUTHWEST HOUSING AND ensure that communities’ health needs are ing World War II while serving in the U.S. THE VILLAS OF REMOND COM- met, and he put that belief into practice. MHA Army and went on to serve in the Philippines MUNITY IN DALLAS, TEXAS was a proactive partner with the Maryland and Hawai’i with the U.S. Air Force. Mr. state government in creating innovative ap- Roark’s service is commemorated in the book, HON. PETE SESSIONS proaches to issues of health care costs and Fighting Men of Oklahoma. OF TEXAS quality, most notably the Health Services Cost Mr. Roark was like a brother to my father, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Review Commission, and the MHA Quality In- Raul Solis, and was my sister, Anna Solis’, Tuesday, April 25, 2006 dicator (QI) Project, the largest national and godfather. His acts of kindness and dedication international effort to measure and compare have inspired me and many who know him. It Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to indicators of hospital performance. More than is a true blessing to have been raised with a honor the generous volunteers of Southwest 1,900 health care organizations in the United role model like Mr. Roark; it is not every day Housing and the Villas of Remond community States and abroad now participate in the QI that we encounter a person filled with such in Dallas, Texas. While many volunteers in the Project. I am pleased to note that the tradition generosity and love. DFW Metroplex are worthy of recognition dur- of collaboration established by Davidson con- Mr. Roark was a devoted husband, father, ing National Volunteer Appreciation Week, the tinues at MHA today. Southwest Housing and the Villas of Remond In 1991, Dick Davidson was named Presi- grandfather, great-grandfather, and friend. He Community have performed inspiring and dent of the American Hospital Association, is survived by his wife, 3 children, 4 grand commendable work through their many acts of which represents 4,800 hospitals and health children and 3 great-grand children. He will be volunteerism. systems throughout the nation. At AHA, he truly missed. During the past year, these volunteers have continued to foster the tenet that hospitals and f served on hospitality, spiritual wellness and the federal government could together create HONORING THE LATE CHARLES entertainment committees that make important ways to better serve the health needs of their WILLIAM ROGER communities. He assembled what is often con- decisions for their community. They have led sidered the finest team of policy professionals Bible studies, exercise classes, hosted book and advocates in Washington. Davidson’s ten- HON. CHARLES W. BOUSTANY, JR. clubs, and planned celebrations. Additionally, ure will also be remembered for promoting di- OF LOUISIANA volunteers and residents not only shared the versity in health care leadership. In 1994, AHA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES food and clothes with the Hurricanes Katrina and Rita evacuees, but also encouraged founded the Institute for Diversity in Health Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Management to expand leadership opportuni- friends, fellow churchgoers and family mem- ties for ethnically, culturally, and racially di- Mr. BOUSTANY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today bers to do the same. Through their generous verse individuals, and increase the number of to recognize and honor a man who will long work they have experienced first-hand the an- these individuals entering and advancing in be remembered for his devotion to his family, cient truth to give is better than to receive. the field. Over the past decade, the Institute church, community and nation. Charlie Roger The Villas of Remond is a senior community has awarded more than $110,000 in scholar- of New Iberia, LA, died last month following for ages 60 and ‘‘better’’ that encourages its ships to undergraduate and graduate students, heart complications he experienced during residents to live life to the fullest and share and placed candidates in residencies and fel- surgery. their love, laughter and wisdom with anyone in lowships at health care organizations across A native of Lafayette and a resident of New need. It is indeed an honor and privilege to the country. Iberia for 15 years, Charlie was a veteran of have these exceptional volunteers supporting Among health care providers, payers, ana- the U.S. Marine Corps. Following his military the Dallas community. I salute their leadership lysts, and policymakers, there is strong con- service, Charlie continued to exemplify the and look forward to hearing of their continued sensus that Dick Davidson’s leadership has Marine code of ‘‘Semper Fidelis’’ by serving as volunteer success stories that are so critical to contributed to the improvement of the quality an officer with the Lafayette Police Depart- the local community. of health care across America. For that, the ment, ultimately retiring as a Captain. I came f health care community and, indeed, our nation to know Charlie through his most recent serv- are grateful. ice as a Court Security Officer at the Federal INITIATIVES UNDERTAKEN BY I also want to congratulate Dick’s wife Court House in Lafayette, where my office is THE CUBAN-AMERICAN COMMU- Janet, who will undoubtedly be able to spend located. I will always remember his smiling NITY TO AID THE CHILDREN OF much more time with him beginning in 2007. face as he walked the halls of the courthouse, UKRAINE ON THE 20TH ANNIVER- Janet was herself a fixture in the Maryland keeping the building safe for my staff and the SARY OF THE CHERNOBYL state house for many years, having worked for many other employees who worked there ev- TRAGEDY current Senate President Mike Miller and eryday. former Senate President STENY HOYER, Outside of his public service, Charlie also HON. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART among other distinguished elected officials. I worked as a limousine driver for Mary Ellen’s OF FLORIDA would ask my colleagues in the House of Rep- Bridal Shop on weekends. He was also an ex- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES resentatives to join me in wishing the entire ceptionally talented musician, and was well Davidson family—including their three sons— known for playing the drums in his own band, Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Mike, Andy, and Rick—all the best as the Da- ‘‘Charlie Roger and the Lafayette Playboys,’’ Mr. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART of Florida. Mr. vidson era at the American Hospital Associa- or playing the scrub board with ‘‘Kenny and Speaker, last December I had the honor to tion draws to a close. the Heart Breakers.’’ Most recently, Charlie lead a Congressional delegation to Ukraine. f was awarded the Cajun French Music Asso- The focus of the visit was to identify humani- RECOGNIZING MR. LONNIE ciation ‘‘First New CD of the Year 2006 tarian initiatives that the Cuban-American EUGENE ROARK Award.’’ community, that I am honored to represent, In his off time, Charlie enjoyed working out could undertake to help the ‘‘Orange Revolu- and weight lifting at Red Lerille’s Health Club. tion’’ as it moved forward to address the most HON. HILDA L. SOLIS He was a member of the Sacred Heart of pressing needs of the Ukrainian people. OF CALIFORNIA Jesus Catholic Community in Broussard, and In the fall of 2005, Undersecretary of State IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES also remained a member of the Marine Corps Paula Dobbriansky was kind enough to ar- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 League and Fraternal Order of Police Officers. range a meeting with the First Lady of Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in re- I ask my colleagues here in the House of Ukraine, Katerina Yushchenko. During that membrance of my uncle, Lonnie Eugene Representatives to join me in paying tribute to meeting the First Lady made clear that one of

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The delegation I led to Kiev in early Decem- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f ber included Dr. Stephen Lipshultz, professor and chairman of the Department of Pediatrics Tuesday, April 25, 2006 HOLOCAUST MEMORIAL DAY at the University of Miami School of Medicine, Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to Dianne M. Kube, Chief Administrative Officer honor the legacy of the Honorable Harry J. HON. ERIC CANTOR of the Community Oncology Alliance, Sylvia Parrish by introducing legislation which would OF VIRGINIA Iriondo, a respected Cuban-American leader name the Manassas Post Office at 8801 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and President of Mothers and Women Against Sudley Road, Manassas, VA 20110 the ‘‘Harry Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Repression, and Dr. Zenon Matkiwsky, Presi- J. Parrish Post Office Building.’’ Mr. Parrish Mr. CANTOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to dent and Chairman of the Children of was a member of the Virginia General Assem- commemorate Yom Hashoa, Holocaust Me- Chernobyl Relief and Development Fund and bly and decorated WorId War II pilot from Ma- morial Day. Nadia Matkiwsky, a member of the Board of nassas, Virginia, who passed away on March Yom Hashoa is a day set aside on the Jew- Directors. These two Ukrainian-Americans 28 at the age of 84. ish calendar to recall with great reverence and have spent the last 13 years tirelessly dedi- Harry Parrish served over 50 years in elect- respect the lives of the millions of victims of cated to helping the people of Ukraine. ed office, including 13 terms in the Virginia the Holocaust. As a result of our visits to various pediatric House of Delegates and chairman of the Fi- More than 60 years ago, a maniacal dictator hospitals in Kiev and meetings with Ukrainian nance Committee since 2000, Manassas rose to power in Europe, and darkness fell government officials, including President Viktor council member and mayor. At the time of his upon the earth. Through a doctrine of hatred Yushchenko, and also Mrs. Yushchenko, we passing, he was the oldest serving member of and destruction, he slew blameless, pure and identified three initiatives that would be the the House of Delegates. During his 12 years innocent, men, women and children. The focus of our work during the course of 2006, as town councilman and 18 years as mayor, Nazis were intent on performing a systematic the 20th Anniversary of the Chernobyl Trag- Harry helped guide the transformation of Ma- annihilation of the Jewish people. Their brutal edy. First, establishing a physician exchange nassas from a small Virginia town to a thriv- endeavor to commit genocide was no more program with the University of Miami’s School ing, lively suburb. As a member of the House evident than in their zeal for murdering chil- of Medicine so that physicians in Ukraine of Delegates, he was known for conducting dren. could come to the United States to meet with himself in a bipartisan manner, putting Virginia It is a heinous crime to destroy a people’s their counterparts and establish links of com- first. I was proud to call Harry my friend. He past and to annihilate their future. One can munication on the latest medical techniques, was a true Virginia gentleman. only imagine the contributions to the world lost procedures and medicines. This past January As a decorated World War II pilot, Harry by this act of genocide, not only for our gen- the first step was taken toward creating this was part of the British Royal Air Force. He eration but for the future generations that will exchange program; six of Ukraine’s leading flew C–47s over the Himalayas delivering sup- now never exist. pediatric physicians attend a national pediatric plies, weapons and other cargo, from India to For the survivors, the Holocaust did not end conference in Miami hosted by the University China. He received the Distinguished Flying with liberation. Like the marks on their arms, of Miami’s School of Medicine. Second, help- Cross and the Air Medal for his valiant efforts. their lives were forever marked by this atrocity. ing the Children of Chernobyl Relief and De- He served as a reservist in the Korean and Those who survived faced the enormous chal- velopment Fund, a highly respected humani- Vietnam wars before retiring as a colonel. lenge of rebuilding their lives. Many suc- tarian organization led by Dr. Zenon Naming the post office on Sudley Road in ceeded, others did not, but all would remem- Matkiwsky and Nadia Matkiwsky, to secure Manassas in his honor is an appropriate re- ber the horror of the crimes that were per- medical equipment and medicines for the 20th minder to the people of Manassas of Harry’s petrated against them. Survivors who suffered Anniversary Airlift that the U.S. State Depart- dedication to public service. this hell are a living testament to the depths of ment is coordinating. Children of Chernobyl f evil to which man can fall. We must never have an impressive reputation in working to again allow such a monstrous crime by man to obtain medical equipment and medicines for COMMEMORATING THE 70TH ANNI- VERSARY OF MR. AND MRS. be committed again. the neediest hospitals in Ukraine. And another We read in Sefer Yeshayahu, the book of CARL W. RAFOTH initiative identified by the group, is to bring Isaiah: children from Ukraine who are ill to vacation at In my house and within my walls, I shall Walt Disney World in Orlando, Florida. The HON. CHARLIE NORWOOD give them a Yad Vashem—a monument and a first Ukrainian child, thanks to the generosity OF GEORGIA name better than sons and daughters; an of Mrs. Sylvia Iriondo, already spent five days IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES eternal, imperishable name will I give them. visiting the ‘‘Magic Kingdom’’. Tuesday, April 25, 2006 On Thursday, in the United States Capitol I commend the Children of Chernobyl Relief Rotunda, we will observe Yom Hashoa. and Development Fund for their dedication Mr. NORWOOD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Through our observance, we create a human over the years on behalf of the people of to congratulate Mr. and Mrs. Carl Rafoth of monument assuring that these innocent vic- Ukraine, especially Dr. and Mrs. Matkiwsky Augusta, GA on the occasion of their 70th tims will not be forgotten. We here in the who are the heart and soul of the organiza- wedding anniversary, which they celebrated United States, the birthplace of Thomas Jeffer- tion. I am also truly optimistic regarding the re- on April 21, 2006. Carl and Hylda Rafoth were son and Martin Luther King, are privileged to lationship that has been forged between physi- married on April 21, 1936, in Youngstown, enjoy the greatest freedom known to man. We cians at the University of Miami’s School of OH. Carl supported his family of four children must never allow ourselves to take these free- Medicine and physicians from Ukraine, and I by working at the Islay Dairy Company in doms for granted. We must never forget the commend Dr. Stephen Lipshultz for spear- Youngstown. Since then, their family has genocide and human rights abuses that have heading this worthy endeavor. I also thank grown significantly in size, as they now have occurred and, sadly, continue to occur around Dianne Kube for her sound guidance and the 11 grandchildren and 14 great-grandchildren. the world. We must not remain silent. We countless hours she has dedicated to work on Their family resides throughout the country in must dedicate ourselves to continuing to edu- these initiatives, and Sylvia Iriondo for her Georgia, Ohio, and Pennsylvania, where their cate people around the globe about the hor- generosity and constant leadership. children, grandchildren, and great-grand- rors of the Holocaust. We must be eternally Mr. Speaker, as we pass this resolution children hold fast to the work ethic and patriot- vigilant that such intolerance never happens commemorating the 20th Anniversary of the ism instilled in them by these two fine Ameri- again. Chernobyl tragedy, I am honored to say that cans. God full of mercy who dwells on high the community I represent is committed to Carl’s and Hylda’s many decades together Grant perfect rest on the wings of Your Di- doing all it can to help the noble people of exemplify our American values concerning the vine Presence Ukraine as they move forward on their new institution of marriage. They are committed In the lofty heights of the holy and pure who democratic course. citizens, and even in their golden years, they shine as the brightness of the heavens

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He earned his Bach- them under the protection of His wings elor’s degree from the University of Denver, Wednesday, April 5, 2006 for all time Colorado and his Master’s degree in Public Ms. MCCOLLUM of Minnesota. Mr. Speak- And bind their souls in the bond of ever- Health from Yale University. er, I rise today to express pleasure with the lasting life. Robert Sillen has acted as a guardian of the God is their inheritance and may they rest passage of H.R. 3127, the Darfur Peace and in peace and let us say Amen. virtues and spirit behind the creation of the Accountability Act. Santa Clara Valley Health & Hospital System. What is happening in the Darfur region of f The initial challenges faced in establishing a Sudan is genocide. I have visited the region HONORING ROBERT SILLEN FOR foundation for a strong network of health pro- several times over the past couple of years, HIS OUTSTANDING WORK IN viders with private, local, regional and national and have had the privilege to meet women HEALTHCARE FOR SANTA CLARA departments were dizzying, but achievable and children who have suffered and who have COUNTY with Mr. Sillen at the helm. We sincerely thank survived. Their courage and determination to him on behalf of the thousands of residents stay alive—to survive—is an inspiration and it HON. ZOE LOFGREN who have benefited from this system and wish humbles me. The atrocities being perpetrated OF CALIFORNIA him the very best upon his retirement. against the innocent civilians of Darfur must IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f be condemned in the strongest possible terms Tuesday, April 25, 2006 by this Congress, the Administration, and the EQUAL PAY DAY STATEMENT international community. Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. H.R. 3127 attempts to address the dire situ- Speaker, I rise along with my Santa Clara HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA ation in the Darfur region by reaffirming the County colleagues Representatives MIKE OF CALIFORNIA sanctions already in place against Sudan, and HONDA and ANNA ESHOO to acknowledge and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES by authorizing the President to block the as- honor Robert Sillen who is retiring after a sets and deny the visas of those deemed to noteworthy and successful career in public Tuesday, April 25, 2006 be responsible for the genocide. It has taken health serving the residents of Santa Clara Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to several months to come to agreement on a County. address the persistent gender pay gap. More In June, 1993, the Santa Clara County version of the bill that could move forward with than four decades ago, President Kennedy at- bipartisan support. This bill is a better bill as Board of Supervisors, on which Congress tempted to address pay disparities between Members LOFGREN and HONDA served, cre- a result of the discussions that took place, and men and women. The Equal Pay Act of 1963 I am happy to support it. ated a full-service, integrated County health made it unlawful for employers to pay women care system consisting of the Santa Clara Val- During committee consideration, I success- lower wages than men for equivalent jobs. Un- fully offered an amendment to H.R. 3127 that ley Medical Center, Department of Public fortunately, this law has not eradicated pay in- Health, Department of Mental Health, Depart- states that the genocide taking place in Darfur equality. On average, women still earn about ment of Custody Health Services and the De- is the result of acts of terrorism, and calls on 77 cents for every dollar earned by men. partment of Alcohol & Drug Services. The the Secretary of State to designate the Gov- Though women earn about 18 cents more Santa Clara Valley Health & Hospital System ernment of Sudan-supported janjaweed as a compared to men than they did in 1963, they is responsible for a full continuum of preven- foreign terrorist organization. It also calls on tive intervention and treatment services still face significant and intolerable wage dis- the Secretary to maintain Sudan’s designation throughout the County, both directly under crimination. as a State Sponsor of Terrorism. I am grateful County auspices and through contracts with Women of color face even greater discrimi- to my colleagues on the Subcommittee, and to the private sector. The system is comprised of nation on the payroll. In 2004, African Amer- Chairman Hyde and Ranking Member Lantos, over 6,200 employees and has an annual op- ican women earned 67 cents for each dollar for their support of my amendment. erating budget of nearly $1.4 billion. earned by white men, and Hispanic women Mr. Speaker, H.R. 3127 is a good bill but Until very recently, Robert Sillen served as earned a little over half of what white men our effort cannot end here. By passing this Executive Director and was responsible for all earned. These pay differences persist even in legislation, we send a clear signal to the Gov- aspects of the system’s operations, long range equivalent positions for employees with the ernment of Sudan, and the janjaweed, that the planning, private and public partnerships, com- same levels of education and expertise. United States remains absolutely committed to munity relations, and capital development and Worse yet, pay equality for some positions seeing an end to the violence and genocide information systems. Mr. Sillen was fully ac- has actually lost ground in the past few years. taking place in Darfur. However, while laws countable for the development of a cost effec- Female managers earned less than their male are important, they are merely words if not tive, fully integrated system that is essential counterparts in 2000 than they did in 1995. coupled with action—I urge the Administration for the successful conversion to a full-service Studies have shown that even when women’s to act further to stop this genocide. The peo- managed care delivery system in a highly career choices match those of men and they ple of Darfur deserve peace, and the Govern- competitive environment. In addition, he was work the same number of hours in equivalent ment of Sudan and the janjaweed militia de- responsible for designing and implementing a positions, they earn less than men. serve to be brought to justice and be held ac- County-wide Medi-Cal Managed Care program Wage inequality is a major indicator of gen- countable for the crime of genocide. der discrimination in our country. As an origi- in June 1996 as well as the Children’s Health f Initiative and Healthy Kids program in January, nal cosponsor of the Paycheck Fairness Act, 2000. H.R. 1687, I feel that it is the duty of Congress PAYING TRIBUTE TO FORMER Prior to his position with the Santa Clara to address this unacceptable gender disparity. CONGRESSMAN DAN SCHAEFER Valley Health & Hospital System, Mr. Sillen The Paycheck Fairness Act would strengthen was Executive Director of the Santa Clara Val- provisions of the original Equal Pay Act and HON. JON C. PORTER ley Medical Center, a 500-bed regional med- would make filing for class action status less OF NEVADA ical center with an operating budget of over onerous. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES $800 million and 4,500 full-time equivalent em- It is well past the time when women should ployees. Services range from community be receiving fair wages for the work that they Tuesday, April 25, 2006 based primary care satellite clinics to regional do. While the overall wage disparity between Mr. PORTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to services for treatment of bums, spinal cord in- men and women has decreased since the honor the life of former Congressman Dan juries, head trauma, neonatal intensive care, 1960s, progress has been frustratingly slow. I Schaefer, who succumbed to cancer on Tues- poison control and trauma, the life flight heli- believe that with appropriate congressional ac- day, April 18, 2006. copter and health services for those in jail cus- tion we can finally reach wage equality for all Former Republican Representative Dan tody. Americans. Schaefer served as the Congressman from

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:40 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.062 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E586 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2006 the 6th District of Colorado for 14 years until to the community but also overcoming per- post at Yale University. At Yale, during the he retired in 1998. Congressman Schaefer sonal obstacles. Vietnam war, he counseled and encouraged served on the House Commerce Committee, Elizabeth continues to challenge herself and students to protest the draft by returning their while he was Chairman of the Energy and her friends and neighbors. On the day she draft cards to the Justice Department. He infu- Power Subcommittee, and was the senior was named Youth of the Year she also riated the Johnson administration but he stood member of the Colorado congressional dele- learned she had been accepted for admission courageous and firm. Students at Yale re- gation when he retired. His long and distin- to the University of San Francisco. This sum- spected him for his genuine and sincere ap- guished political career began when he was mer she will advance to the Regional Youth of proach to ministry and were urged to become elected to the state House of Representatives the Year competition, and then to Washington, sensitive to social struggle around the world in 1977, then the state Senate in 1979 before D.C. to compete for the title of National Youth by championing the cause of justice and running for Congress in 1983. of the Year, an honor that includes a $15,000 peace. He remained at Yale until 1976, when Among the many causes he championed college scholarship presented by President he began to work on world hunger programs. were mass-transit projects and the southwest George W. Bush. Mr. Speaker, as we celebrate the life of light-rail line, and while in the Colorado State Mr. Speaker, I urge all my colleagues to join Rev. William Sloane Coffin, his life reminds Legislature Schaefer sponsored several child me in congratulating Elizabeth on this distin- America that the voice of dissent is patriotism protection laws. In Congress, he also helped guished award and her promising future. at its best. When he engaged in debate about found the House Renewable Energy and En- f American social policies and practices he ergy Efficiency Caucus and for his efforts the CELEBRATING THE LIFE OF REV. would often characterize them as a partner main building at the National Renewable En- WILLIAM SLOANE COFFIN, JR. engaged in a lovers’ quarrel. ergy Laboratory in Golden, was named in his honor. Schaefer was a major proponent of HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL f plans to deregulate the electric power, industry OF NEW YORK COMMEMORATING EARTH DAY 2006 and to open it to competition. He fought for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the cleanup of the decommissioned nuclear weapons plant at Rocky Flats, pushed for Tuesday, April 25, 2006 HON. BENJAMIN L. CARDIN spending cuts, and worked on telecommuni- Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise in celebra- OF MARYLAND cations issues. tion of the life of an American patriot, the Rev- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, I am proud to honor the life erend William Sloane Coffin Jr. As a prophetic Tuesday, April 25, 2006 and legacy of former Congressman Dan mouthpiece for God, Reverend Coffin spoke Schaefer who served in the House of Rep- truth to power. He trumpeted the call to Amer- Mr. CARDIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to resentatives with honor and integrity. His ica to live up to its moral ideals by remem- commemorate Earth Day 2006, which was death is a profound loss to the community and bering the plight of the poor and oppressed at celebrated last Saturday, April 22. to the causes he most admirably championed. home and abroad. Reverend Coffin was a Earth Day was established in 1970 by Sen- ator Gaylord Nelson of Wisconsin, who firmly f peace maker around the world, encouraging America and nations alike to pursue peace believed that education was the key to chang- HONORING ELIZABETH QUINTERO over war; ‘‘Blessed are the peacemakers, for ing public attitudes about the environment. they will be called children of God.’’ Since then, Earth Day celebrations have TOM LANTOS Reverend Coffin fought for civil rights and spread throughout America and to the rest of OF CALIFORNIA was a staunch opponent of the Vietnam war in the world, with more and more people getting involved in efforts to clean and nurture the en- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the 1960’s. In Montgomery he was arrested in protest of segregation in the South; he was a vironment. Tuesday, April 25, 2006 disciple and advocate of civil disobedience. He Despite Earth Day’s popularity and the Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to believed civil disobedience could bring social many programs that were created to improve honor a remarkable young woman and one of and political change in the world pervaded the planet’s health, our world is still wrought my constituents, Elizabeth Quintero of Red- with inequality and injustice. As an ordained with environmental problems. We still face wood City. Presbyterian minister he adhered to a strong many pressing issues, such as protecting Elizabeth was recently selected as the Cali- sense of call to social activism. He was in the coastal waters from offshore drilling, pre- fornia’s Boys and Girls Club Youth of the early 60s the senior minister at the historic serving the Alaskan Tongass Rainforest, the Year. She was chosen from among three- Riverside Church in my congressional district. Redrock lands in Utah, and resources in the dozen competitors for the title because of her His ministry focused on a variety of social Rockies. intelligence, positive attitude and persever- and moral issues facing humanity. He drew at- Closer to home, we must continue to focus ance. Elizabeth is even more extraordinary be- tention to the plight of the poor, political and our efforts on restoring the Chesapeake Bay. cause of the battles she has won in her per- military power, nuclear disarmament and inter- The Bush Administration’s budget proposes sonal life. faith understanding. Reverend Coffin exempli- drastic cuts to vital initiatives, including the Mr. Speaker, in the last five years Elizabeth fied tremendous courage in standing up for Chesapeake Bay Targeted Watershed Grants has experienced more tragedy and stress than what he believed was just and fair. He would Program, the EPA’s Chesapeake Bay Pro- most seventeen year olds. Her father has had often say that ‘‘courage is the first virtue, be- gram Office, and several Farm Bill Conserva- to endure a tragic and debilitating health diag- cause ‘‘it makes all other virtues possible.’’ tion programs that help farmers reduce nutri- nosis, her home was robbed and then com- Reverend Coffin was indeed courageous in his ent runoff entering the Bay. Last year, I was pletely destroyed by an unfortunate fire. In ad- fight against genocide in certain parts of the pleased to participate in the Living Shoreline dition to these challenges, Elizabeth also world, particularly in Bosnia. Grants program, which involved growing struggled with a strong case of social anxiety ‘‘Every minister is given two roles, the seagrasses in my office that I later planted in that prevented her from participating in school priestly and the prophetic.’’ He would often re- Annapolis’ Back Creek. I am also pleased to and in her community. mind his interviewers of this theological claim be an original cosponsor of the Chesapeake Mr. Speaker, we honor Elizabeth today for to help America and the world understand why Bay Restoration Enhancement Act, which will the courage and optimism she showed in the a minister was concerned with social-political reauthorize the Chesapeake Bay Program and face of adversity. After accompanying a friend affairs. In the tumultuous years of the Vietnam implement new water quality standards for the to the local Boys and Girls Club of the Penin- war he was outspoken in opposition to the war Bay’s tributaries. sula she began to fight her social anxiety. This along side another prominent minister, Dr. I have long supported a comprehensive, once shy girl became an active member of the Martin Luther King, Jr. He led major dem- long-term, more environment-friendly energy Keystone Club where she attended workshops onstrations in protest concerning the grave in- policy that places emphasis on increasing the on leadership skills and public speaking. She justice and moral wrongness of the Vietnam availability and use of renewable energy, as volunteered for Community Service and Aca- war which garnered him international recogni- well as promoting greater energy efficiency demic Programs, while excelling at school and tion. His prophetic role mandated Reverend that new technologies can provide. The United emerging as a leader among her friends and Coffin to challenge the status quo on an inter- States needs to utilize new technologies that classmates. national level. focus on renewable energy sources to reduce Elizabeth received the Youth of the Year In addition to serving as a senior minister, the nation’s dependency on foreign oil and award honoring her outstanding contributions Reverend Coffin also assumed the chaplaincy high gasoline prices.

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ABM is the Speaker, I rise to honor him today. leagues to join with me in doing our part to not-for-profit, global association for business f preserve, protect, and restore our planet’s nat- information providers, including producers of RECOGNIZING THE 20TH ANNIVER- ural treasures. magazines, Web sites and digital content, SARY OF THE HARLEM CON- trade shows, newsletters, rich data, custom f GREGATIONS FOR COMMUNITY publishers, as well as conventions, con- IMPROVEMENT, INC.—FAITH AT HONORING WILLA LIVINGSTON ferences, seminars, trade shows. ABM’s 300 WORK CARSON member companies represent about $20 bil- lion in annual revenues and include such re- HON. MICHAEL BILIRAKIS spected brands as Dow Jones, Forbes.com, HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL OF FLORIDA The Economist, Farm Journal, Google, PC OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES World, plus about 5,000 additional print and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Tuesday, April 25, 2006 electronic titles, and 1,000 trade shows. Its Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to mission is to help business information pro- Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today, on honor the life and legacy of a true community viders excel at their tasks and provide the best the eve of the twentieth anniversary of the leader, Willa Carson, who passed away on intelligence available to their readers—the Harlem Congregations for Community Im- April 14, 2006, at age 80. captains of industry. provement (HCCI) to enter into the CONGRES- Willa was born in St. Petersburg, Florida, Established in 1906, ABM has a staff of SIONAL RECORD a perspective that recognizes and moved to New York City after marrying specialists in governmental affairs, marketing, the many achievements and accomplishments Ernest Carson. While in New York, Willa communications, promotion, education and fi- attributed to the HCCI. earned her practical nursing license and nance. More than 20 active ABM member Since 1986, the Harlem Congregations for worked for years in the health care industry. In committees regularly assess developments in Community Improvement (HCCI) has been de- 1972, Willa returned to Florida, retiring in the industry and formulate the Association’s voted to bringing about positive change to the Clearwater with her husband. However, Willa positions on key issues. ABM hosts pres- Harlem community as its coalition of churches always needed to help others and was tigious editorial and creative excellence remain vigilant in their efforts to revitalize the spirit of Harlem by continuing to work to im- unfulfilled with retirement, so she undertook a awards programs, and initiates events that are prove conditions in the community. second career teaching her passion for nurs- focused on enhancing the knowledge of and providing services to members and the indus- The HCCI initiative started with a consor- ing to others. tium of 16 ministers and has grown to a mem- Willa is best known for founding the Green- try. ABM offers a first-rate opportunity for net- working and creative peer interchange at bership of nearly 100 churches. Their organi- wood Community Health Resources Center, zation has constructed over 2,000 units of af- which she established in 1995. In the begin- these meetings, and brings together thou- sands of the best minds in business informa- fordable housing, provided job development ning, Greenwood operated out of two apart- and training and established support groups to ments. Today, this tremendous facility pro- tion each year. I congratulate American Business Media on reinforce and assist with services to the com- vides free treatment for nearly 600 individuals munity. monthly who have no insurance and little this momentous occasion and wish it contin- ued success. I have lived in Harlem my entire life and can money to afford health care costs. This is es- attest to the success of the many initiatives pecially impressive because the Center only is f undertaken by the HCCI. I have witnessed the open three days a week and all the doctors TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM collective conception of ideas that grew into and nurses volunteer their time and expertise. MACLAUGHLIN plans that resulted in major improvements to While I am very familiar with the generosity of the lives of the people of Harlem. our nation’s health care professionals, I know Mr. Speaker, I am extremely proud of the that this Center would not have been so suc- HON. BRIAN HIGGINS achievements of the HCCI and I respectfully OF NEW YORK cessful without Willa’s tireless efforts to help enter into the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD this the poorest in our society. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES perspective which serves to recognize the Last month, the Greenwood Community Tuesday, April 25, 2006 HCCl’s noteworthy accomplishments as we Health Resources Center was appropriately Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to approach the organizations’ twentieth anniver- renamed after Willa Carson. However, this honor William MacLaughlin of Jamestown, NY, sary. was a tribute Willa did not want or welcome. HE ARLEM ONGREGATIONS FOR OMMUNITY for his many years of dedicated public service T H C C Humbly, she wanted the Center to be about IMPROVEMENT, INC.: FAITH AT WORK to the City of Jamestown. For the past two decades, the Harlem Con- helping others, not personal glorification. William MacLaughlin is a graduate of Em- Willa does not need the Health Resources gregations for Community Improvement pire State College with a Bachelors degree in Center to be renamed after her for her impact (HCCI) has quietly, yet methodically, Criminal Justice and a graduate of St. on this community to be realized. Her gen- changed the physical landscape and the spir- Bonaventure University where he received his itual soul of the people of the Harlem com- erosity will be reflected on the faces of the Masters in Education; he was hired in 1972 as munity. HCCI was founded in 1986 as a con- countless people that she has helped. I hope a Jamestown Police Officer. sortium of 16 Harlem churches, whose pas- her family will take solace in knowing that, in During his time as a police officer, he tors and congregants had long endured the heaven, Willa’s loving arms will be able to served on the SWAT team, eventually becom- surrounding urban decay. HCCI’s first Presi- reach much further than Clearwater, Florida. dent was the late Bishop Preston R. Wash- ing commander of the SWAT team in 1985. Mr. Speaker, our community truly is better ington, Sr. The organization grew to an or- He has also served as a member of the bomb off because of Mrs. Carson’s contributions. ganization of more than 90 churches, squad and a member of the color guard. Offi- Her leadership, life and legacy are truly an in- mosques and a synagogue. cer MacLaughlin rose through the ranks and The organization began with a grassroots spiration to everyone. I’m honored to have was appointed Chief of Police for the City of planning and organizing initiative. Harlem known her and to have called her a friend. Jamestown in 1995 by Mayor Richard Kimball, area churches raised $100,000 which was May her memory be eternal! matched by the Trinity Episcopal Church on Jr., and was later appointed as the Director of f Wall Street. A plan for the Bradhurst com- Public Safety by Mayor Sam Teresi in 2000. munity was developed by working with the 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF Officer MacLaughlin has received several Harlem Urban Development Corporation, Co- AMERICAN BUSINESS MEDIA departmental and community awards including lumbia University’s Urban Technical Assist- the American Legion, Department of New ance Project and the City College Architec- York, Police Officer of the Year Award, Sons ture Center. That plan was eventually adopt- HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY ed by the City of New York as the Bradhurst OF NEW YORK of the American Revolution, Medal for Her- oism as well as the Medal of Valor. He is in- Urban Renewal Area Plan. The Bradhurst IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES area had such a high level of deterioration volved in several professional organizations as Tuesday, April 25, 2006 that the blight seemed almost incurable, well as being very active in his community. with rampant crime, drug addiction, abnor- Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Officer MacLaughlin retired as Chief of Po- mally short life expectancy, high infant mor- to acknowledge American Business Media, lice on January 7, 2006. His dedication and tality rates, population exodus, HIV/AIDS,

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Bradhurst area were received from Local Ini- The question is always asked whether the tiative Support Corporation and leveraged church can be an agent for change if it is fac- Mr. Speaker, Dr. Higginbotham is both a re- donations raised through special church col- ing all of the previously mentioned chal- nowned expert in her field and an outstanding lections. The organization used the Indus- lenges. It is an uphill battle to be sure. But public servant. I urge my colleagues in the trial Areas Foundation method of developing HCCI’s 100-church membership has proven U.S. House of Representatives to congratulate an organization. Since then, HCCI’s commu- that with God’s help it can be done. Dr. Eve J. Higginbotham on her new role as nity service has been reversing these condi- f Dean and Senior Vice President for Academic tions concurrently, block by block. Affairs. This week, Maryland’s loss is Atlanta’s From welfare-to-work training and place- THE APPOINTMENT OF EVE J. ment, to adult basic education and GED prep gain, and I wish to stand with the many Mary- HIGGINBOTHAM, M.D. AS DEAN landers who are grateful to Dr. Higginbotham (in collaboration with Literacy Partners), OF THE MOREHOUSE SCHOOL OF HCCI has helped hundreds of Harlem resi- for her tremendous service to our community. MEDICINE dents prepare for the workforce through its f Office of Human Capital Development and trains still others to become licensed family HON. BENJAMIN L. CARDIN HONORING PVT. JODY MISSILDINE childcare providers. Other job readiness serv- OF MARYLAND ices include computer training at HCCI’s Ca- HON. MICHAEL BILIRAKIS reer and Technology Center, and collabora- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF FLORIDA tions with Literacy Partners. The Intel Com- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 puter Clubhouse trained neighborhood kids IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in web design so well that they won a grant Mr. CARDIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Tuesday, April 25, 2006 congratulate Dr. Eve J. Higginbotham on her to create a Web site on the negative effects Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to of tobacco. The city’s building trade indus- appointment as the new Dean and Senior Vice honor the life and legacy of a true American try has welcomed graduates of the Construc- President for Academic Affairs at the More- hero, Pvt. Jody Missildine. Tragically, on April tion Trades Academy where students learn house School of Medicine. Dr. Higginbotham 8, 2006, Jody was killed while serving in Tal valuable skills in construction work, includ- has long been a valued member of my Health ing handling hazardous materials such as as- Afar, Iraq. He was 19 years old. bestos abatement and lead paint control. Advisory Committee, where she has dem- Jody’s dream was to see the world and one HCCI’s customer service training program onstrated remarkable leadership abilities. day go to college. However, he selflessly did proved valuable for residents who were hired Dr. Higginbotham received her S.B. and not want to burden his grandparents, Shirley at the new Pathmark Supermarket at 145th S.M. degrees from the Massachusetts Institute and Melvin, with the financial responsibility Street and Frederick Douglass Boulevard. of Technology and her M.D. from the Harvard Part of a $42 million real estate initiative, that comes with world travel and a four-year Medical School. In 1994, Dr. Higginbotham degree. He saw the Armed Forces as the best HCCI’s Office of Real Estate Development was appointed as Chair of the Ophthalmology broke ground on the market and a 126-unit way to achieve his goals, and most impor- co-operative apartment complex in the heart and Visual Sciences Department at the Uni- tantly, on his own terms. So while still attend- of the Bradhurst neighborhood. Indeed, qual- versity of Maryland School of Medicine, be- ing high school, Jody signed up for the Army ity affordable housing has been the center- coming the first woman in the United States to and immediately following his graduation, he piece of HCCI’s services to the community head a university-based ophthalmology de- left his home in Plant City, Florida, to begin from the very beginning. To date, approxi- partment. Previously, she served on the Uni- his service to our nation. mately 2,000 units of affordable housing have versity of Illinois faculty as Chief of the Glau- been built through innovative cross sector Soon Jody’s division was deployed to Iraq coma Clinic and an Associate Professor and and despite being several thousand miles collaborations with city and State elected Assistant Dean for Faculty Affairs at the Uni- officials, the NYC Housing Development Cor- away from each other, Jody did his best to poration, the Department of Housing Preser- versity of Michigan. stay close to the family he loved so dearly, vation and Development, a host of banking Dr. Higginbotham has also served on nu- calling home nearly every week. Always con- institutions that include JPMorganChase, merous boards, including those of the Amer- cerned for the well-being of others, Jody rarely Citicorp, Roslyn Savings, the Bank of New ican Academy of Ophthalmology and the spoke about the daily events in Iraq, but rath- York, Bank of America, Wachovia and Wash- Helen Keller Foundation. Her strong commit- er, he focused his attention on the safety of ington Mutual. Embarking on the Equitable ment to improving health care is evident from Development initiative, JP Morgan Chase’s his family. On Friday, April 7, Jody expressed her work with the Friends of the Congressional concerns about Iraq to his grandmother, or Community Development competition Glaucoma Caucus Foundation, where as Di- awarded the $25,000 top prize to three New Nanna as he called her, during their telephone School University graduate students to cre- rector of Outreach Services she established a conversation. Sadly, the next day while on pa- ate an architectural design that would trans- program through which medical students trol in the northern Iraqi city of Tal Afar, an ex- form the Erbograph Building on l46th Street screen patients in their communities for glau- plosive device detonated near his convoy and into a new community facility space for coma. The program, Student Sight Savers, killed Jody. some of HCCI’s offices and housing for the el- has been a great success and is currently in Jody embodied everything that this great derly. operation at more than thirty medical schools country stands for: integrity, hard work, deter- One of the more damaging health care cri- nationwide. ses of the twentieth century has been the mination, and compassion. He always put oth- AIDS epidemic. Communities of color have Throughout her career, Dr. Higginbotham ers ahead of himself and I am honored to been the hardest hit. African-American men has received numerous awards and honors, know that this fine young man helped ensure and women are nine times more likely to die including the AAMC Humanism in Medicine America’s continuing independence and secu- from the disease than white AIDS patients. Award in 2004. She has received the Suzanne rity. In 2004, Central Harlem recorded 218 newly Veroneaux-Troutman Award and the Roman Mr. Speaker, as we have seen throughout diagnosed cases of HIV/AIDS. HCCI began to Barnes Achievement Award. She has consist- the history of this nation, freedom is not free; educate Harlem residents about HIV/AIDS ently been listed among the Best Doctors in it comes with a heavy price. The sacrifices of and other diseases, and more recently cre- Baltimore and America for over a decade. ated a pilot program called the Community brave men and women like Jody have guaran- Organizations and Congregations for Health The Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) teed this country’s continuing liberty. And just institute (COACH), offering technical assist- is an historically black institution established to as Jody did all he could to protect his family ance to five faith-based institutions to help recruit and train physicians, scientists, and while he was alive, I know he is watching over them start nonprofits to sustain their HIV public health professionals committed to pri- them from heaven. prevention services. For the past seven mary health care. Founded in 1975, the More- I know words can not help fill the emptiness years, HCCI has hosted the Balm in Gilead/ house School of Medicine admitted its first that the Missildine family feels from the loss of Annual Black Church Week of Prayer for the class in 1978, became an independent, four- Jody. However, I hope they take solace in Healing of AIDS. HCCI increases awareness year medical school in 1981, and was fully ac- knowing that our nation is truly stronger and through street education and outreach, pres- entations and workshops, and their growing credited in 1985. Since its founding, it has greater for having a man of Jody’s character Health Resource Library. HCCI’s scattersite graduated 602 physicians, 68 percent of serve it. housing initiative has proved effective in whom are primary care practitioners and 84 May God bless the Missildine family and housing HIV/AIDS patients, many of whom percent of whom practice in economically de- may He continue to watch over the United were homeless. Food stamp access programs pressed areas. I am confident that Dr. States of America.

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Mr. Speaker, today, I intro- HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL the policy of cutting off much needed fed- duce the ‘‘Afghan Women Empowerment Act eral, state and local government assistance OF NEW YORK of 2006’’ which would authorize $45 million to families that need it the most and the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES each year from FY2007 through FY2009 for poor schools that saturate our communities Tuesday, April 25, 2006 would readily endorse Gordon’s marching or- programs in Afghanistan that benefit ‘‘women ders, if you will. and girls as well as the Afghan Independent Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to The NAACP is in an excellent position to Human Rights Commission and the Afghan enter into the RECORD an editorial from the assess the needs and to address them. And Ministry of Women’s Affairs. The funding April 11, 2006 New York CaribNews entitled they have earned our support. Founded on February 12, 1909 by a multi- would be directed toward important needs in- ‘‘Civil Rights Struggle Far From Over: NAACP cluding medical care, education, vocational racial group of activists, who answered the Remains In Forefront, Almost A Century After ‘‘Call’’ to action, the NAACP has been at the training, protection from violence, legal assist- Its Creation’’; that praises the longevity and helm of the long struggle from that historic ance, and civil participation. This legislation extreme effectiveness of the most influential occasion. We expect it to continue its impor- was introduced earlier this year in the Senate civil rights organization in the United States tant work for at least another century. by Senator BARBARA BOXER (D–CA). known as the National Association for the Ad- Turn back some of the pages of history and Women’s rights in Afghanistan have fluc- vancement of Colored People or the NAACP. the record of America’s largest and oldest civil rights organization would become clear. tuated greatly over the years. Women have Since its inception the National Association bravely fought the forces of extremism at var- A handful of examples, in: for the Advancement of Colored People 1913 when President Woodrow Wilson offi- ious points in the country’s turbulent history. (NAACP) was poised for a long, tumultuous cially sanctioned segregation in the federal At one time, women were scientists and uni- and rewarding history. Although it may be pos- government, a horrified NAACP launched a versity professors. They led corporations and sible to chronicle the challenging and nationwide protest. nonprofit organizations in local communities. harrowing legacy of the NAACP, the real story 1915 the NAACP took to the streets and the While the Afghan constitution guarantees of the Nation’s most significant civil rights or- barricades to condemn D.W. Griffith, the movie producer, for his ‘‘inflammatory and equality for Afghan women, throughout Af- ganization lies in the hearts and minds of the ghanistan, women continue to face intimida- bigoted silent film, ‘‘Birth of a Nation,’’ people who would not stand still while the which today draws rave reviews from white tion, discrimination, and violence. The United rights of America’s people of color were de- critics for what they call his ‘‘creativity’’ States has an obligation to ensure that women nied. while ignoring the bigoted nature of the and girls have the opportunities that they were The history of the NAACP is one of blood, film’s content. denied under the Taliban and that the gains sweat and tears. From bold investigations of 1922 In an unprecedented step, the NAACP that have been made are not lost in the com- mob brutality, protests of mass murders, seg- placed large advertisements in many of the nation’s major newspapers to focus national ing months and years. It is imperative that we regation and discrimination, to testimony be- provide the support needed to ensure that the attention on the despicable and inhuman fore congressional committees on the vicious practice of lynching. rights of women are protected in the new Af- tactics used to bar African Americans from the 1935, NAACP lawyers Charles Houston and ghanistan. ballot box, it was the talent and tenacity of the Thurgood Marshall battled successfully in f NAACP members that saved lives and the courts to have Black students admitted changed many negative aspects of American to the University of Maryland. TRIBUTE TO NANCY GADEN 1939 When the Daughters of the American society. While much of its history is chronicled Revolution prevented world famous soprano, HON. BRIAN HIGGINS in books, articles, pamphlets and magazines, Marian Anderson, from performing at their the true movement lies in the faces—black, OF NEW YORK Constitution Hall, the NAACP sprung into white, yellow, red, and brown—united to awak- action. It moved the concert to the Lincoln IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES en the conscientiousness of a people, and a Memorial and 75,000 persons attended. Tuesday, April 25, 2006 nation. This is the legacy of the NAACP. 1948, the organization led the fight that Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. Speaker, This article that I enter today forced President Harry Truman to ban racial discrimination by the federal government, honor Nancy Gaden, a resident of Chau- reiterates the facts that the civil rights struggle especially in the military. tauqua County and the City of Jamestown for is far from over as it proudly details from his- 1954, the NAACP won the landmark case the honor of the Team Spirit Award. tory a few of the organization’s past suc- before the Supreme Court that forced an end Ms. Gaden is a very active member of the cesses. I am confident that such leaders as to segregation in public schools. Brown vs. Chautauqua County Retired and Senior Volun- Bruce Gordon, President and Chief Executive Board of Education stands today as a bat- teer Program (RSVP). She was selected for Officer of the NAACP and Karen Boykin- tering ram against official segregation. this award because of her outstanding volun- Towns, President of the Brooklyn Chapter of 1965, Congress passed and President Lyn- don Johnson signed into law the Voting teer work and amazing spirit. the NAACP will continue to keep the legacy Rights Act, which gave Blacks the unfet- Nancy is best known for her musical abili- alive and also keep the NAACP in the fore- tered right to participate in the electoral ties. She can always be found brightening the front, as progress and accomplishments con- process as voters and candidates. The lives of people by way of her innovative ap- tinue, for years to come. NAACP was a driving force behind its enact- proach to music. Wherever Nancy goes to [From the New York CaribNews Editorial, ment. perform she brings rhythmic instruments and April 11, 2006] 1985, it led a massive anti-apartheid rally in New York that dramatized the plight of passes them out to everyone in the crowd. CIVIL RIGHTS STRUGGLE FAR FROM OVER: Regardless of a person’s mental or physical millions of Blacks in South Africa. NAACP REMAINS IN FOREFRONT, ALMOST A 1997, the organization launched its ‘‘Eco- state they receive an instrument and can al- CENTURY AFTER ITS CREATION nomic Reciprocity Program to fight against ways find a way to express themselves It was a succinct and forceful reminder. conservative efforts in Congress and the through it. Ms. Gaden is always an upbeat, And it came from a person who knows the courts to end affirmative action. motivated and cheerful person. She is an in- issues and from an organization that has led 2000, at the helm of a march by 50,000 per- spiration to everyone she meets. The outlet the fight for respect for Black people’s civil sons to protest the flying of the confederate that she provides by way of music is so impor- rights and political liberties. ‘‘There is still flag over state buildings. It was the largest tant because it allows everyone to participate a lot of civil rights work to be done,’’ was civil rights demonstration ever held in the the way Bruce Gordon, President and Chief South. On and on we can cite chapter and and be part of the entertainment. She touches Executive Officer of the National Associa- verse about the successes and indeed the rel- people’s lives wherever she goes and her tion for the Advancement of Colored People, evance of this noble institution whose effec- presence and music brighten everyone’s day. NAACP, put it in an interview with this tiveness was demonstrated in almost every For all of her volunteer work and her willing- newspaper. ‘‘Many people believe the passing section of the country and in many nations ness to touch the lives of others I commend of Rosa Parks, Coretta Scott-King and other in different parts of the world.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:40 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.078 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E590 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2006 As the NAACP itself has pointed out, RECOGNIZING MS. KELLY SMITH Bob Crane, who won 11 statewide elections ‘‘from the ballot box to the classroom the AS MILKEN NATIONAL EDUCA- and held elective office for 34 years, is being dedicated workers, organizers, and leaders TOR AWARD RECIPIENT feted by friends and family for a lifetime of who forged this great organization and main- tain its status as a champion of social jus- public service and his unbeatable joy of life tice, fought long and hard to ensure that the HON. C.A. DUTCH RUPPERSBERGER and politics. voices of African-Americans would be OF MARYLAND Bob began his service to his country over heard.’’ We couldn’t have said it any better. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 60 years ago when he enlisted in the Marine Corps at age 18 during World War II. Bob is If the Association’s history was built on Tuesday, April 25, 2006 the blood, sweat and tears of its members a decorated war hero and fought in the blood- and supporters who believe in its vision then Mr. RUPPERSBERGER. Mr. Speaker, it iest battle of World War II in Okinawa. This it has earned its place in our minds and gives me great pleasure to rise today to rec- son of Irish immigrants returned after the war hearts. ognize the outstanding achievements of an to Boston where he attended Boston College, Gordon is coming to New York to hail the educator in Baltimore County. Ms. Kelly Smith, married his lovely Mary, had five great chil- resuscitation of the Brooklyn Branch, a de- chair of the English Department at Dulaney dren and began a memorable career in poli- velopment which comes a few years before High School in Timonium, MD, is the recipient tics. the centennial anniversary of the NAACP of the prestigious 2005–06 Milken Educator First elected to the state legislature, Bob itself and which sends a strong and positive Award. served an unprecedented 26 years as State signal to people around the country that the The Milken National Educator Award was Treasurer. Bob left office in 1991 but, as is organization is vigorous and its future is se- established by Lowell and Michael Milken. cure. often the case with extraordinary people, the They created the award to celebrate and re- We extend our congratulations to Gordon best was yet to come. Bob entered the busi- ward people in the education system showing ness world to become the CEO of the Nation’s and to the officers and members of the exemplary work. Brooklyn branch that’s led by Karen Boykin- largest food brokerage firm, but continued his Towns. This award, acknowledged in Teacher Mag- lifelong habit of being a volunteer entertainer azine as the ‘‘Oscars of Teaching’’ was de- at homes for the elderly, children and the signed to recognize people in the education f needy in the Boston area with his wonderful system who have exceptional talent. Recipi- group, the Treasury Notes. Some of his most TRIBUTE TO AMERICA’S WORKING ents play an instrumental role in developing ardent admirers are people who no longer see MEN AND WOMEN new and inventive programs of study. These the caring hand of friendship and support in educators help to develop not just the cur- their lives. riculum, but also the students’ confidence and Bob Crane has been called an equal oppor- HON. BENJAMIN L. CARDIN self worth. tunity schmoozer and is known as a bipartisan Dulaney’s Kelly Smith has made great OF MARYLAND charmer. He answers his critics with a warm strides in the school’s English Department. grin and a confidence that any negatives di- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Her tremendous contributions have aided in rected at him will bounce off like water on the Tuesday, April 25, 2006 the school’s academic success. She devel- back of the ducks in the Boston Common. He oped ‘‘One Book, One Dulaney,’’ a book club, has won the admiration of both Republicans Mr. CARDIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in which students, teachers and parents par- and Democrats at the State and national lev- pay special tribute to America’s working men ticipate. Throughout the year the club chooses els and his fans include this Ohioan who has and women. These are the mineworkers, fire- a book to read and later discusses it, opening joined him in singing the Findlay Ohio classic, fighters, nurses, janitors, postal employees, the lines of communication on all levels. ‘‘Down by the Old Mill Stream’’ to the delight and hundreds of other workers who often are Ms. Smith also developed and co-chaired of various political crowds. exposed to serious injury or even death while Students Organized for Academic Success. A Boston Globe columnist once wrote, on the job. Friday, April 28, is Workers Memo- SOAR gives assistance to challenged students Crane is a full-plumage specimen of an en- rial Day, a time when we remember the thou- showing potential for scholastic achievement. dangered species: the warm-blooded, pre-Wa- sands of Americans who have been killed or She holds study sessions on Saturdays to pre- tergate politician who attends wakes, sings injured while doing their jobs. pare aspiring college students for the college with a robust Irish tenor at weddings and I also want my colleagues in the U.S. House entrance exam, the SATs. nursing homes, and charms even his enemies of Representatives to join me today in taking Under Ms. Smith’s leadership, test scores with generosity and a smile as big as the Ritz. a moment to remember Jeffrey Wroten, a have greatly increased. She implements crit- Maryland Division of Correction’s officer who ical reading, thinking and vocabulary in her Although Bob Crane is a Democrat and I was killed in January while guarding a hos- classroom. She also incorporates a ‘‘Readers’ am a Republican, and he loves the Red Sox pitalized patient. Theatre Project’’ giving students an oppor- while I am a Tiger fan, we share a mutual tunity to learn about literature through perform- pleasure in golf; I agree with Mike Barnicle, This also has been a deadly year for coal ance, writing and acting. This creates a new the well-known columnist who wrote that Bob miners. In January, 12 miners died during the dimension of learning for students. They be- is one politician ‘‘who can still smile, who still Sago Mine tragedy, and, Nation Wide, 24 coal come a part of the process, which is both fun thinks that politics means people, and one miners have lost their lives this year. For the and educational. who takes his business but not himself that first time since 1994, there has been an in- I believe education is the key to success. seriously.’’ crease in workplace fatalities. In 2005, more Today’s youth are the future of this country. Bob has been called the ‘‘Johnny Carson of than 5,700 workers were killed on the job and People like Ms. Smith are shaping the leaders Massachusetts politics,’’ and having seen how more than 50,000 Americans died from occu- of tomorrow. I applaud all of those who devote he wins over even his toughest critics, I have pational diseases. their lives to the betterment of the education to agree. Happy Birthday, Bob. Here’s to 80 We pledge to them that we will rededicate system. more years of razzle-dazzle. our efforts to fight for safe working conditions; Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join with me f we pledge to them that we will fight for decent today to commend Ms. Kelly Smith for winning wages; and we pledge to them that we will FREEDOM FOR OSCAR MARIO the 2005–06 Milken Educator Award. She is ´ make sure they have good pensions and truly an inspiration. GONZALEZ health care benefits. f I also want to commend the many unions HON. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART EIGHTY YEARS OF RAZZLE- OF FLORIDA throughout the Nation that work everyday to DAZZLE protect American workers. The best way to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES help ensure worker safety is to make sure HON. MICHAEL G. OXLEY Tuesday, April 25, 2006 workers have the freedom to join unions so Mr. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART of Florida. Mr. they can fight for their rights. OF OHIO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Speaker, I rise today to remind my colleagues I urge my colleagues in the House to join about Oscar Mario Gonza´lez, a political pris- me in honoring America’s working men and Tuesday, April 25, 2006 oner in totalitarian Cuba. women by ensuring they have the rights and Mr. OXLEY. Mr. Speaker, a son of Massa- Mr. Gonza´lez is an independent journalist protections they need to stay safe on the job. chusetts celebrated his 80th birthday in March. and pro-democracy activist in totalitarian

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Unfortunately, the dictatorship health? cello, Madison’s Montpellier, Monroe’s Oak Hill forcefully represses those who bravely support My love for my country, for liberty and de- and Ashlawn Highland, Zachary Taylor’s freedom and rise in resistance to the despotic mocracy, are the real causes for my impris- homes, Eisenhower’s Cottage, Teddy Roo- regime. onment. sevelt’s Cabin, John Marshall’s home, General According to Reporters Without Borders, on If some day you hear me say something George Marshall’s home, and Camp David are March 24, 2005, Mr. Gonza´lez was sum- that contradicts what I have said so far here, situated along this route also dotted with nu- moned and questioned by regime agents, who know that it is not your father speaking. It merous Civil War battlefields and sites from threatened that he would not be able to see would be another man, reduced, drugged or in the throes of fear, and obligated to say the underground railroad. his family again if he continued practicing as whatever they wanted him to say under pres- Designation of this historic route as a Na- an independent journalist. Despite these gang- sure of threats and blackmail. tional Heritage Area will create a partnership ster tactics and heinous threats, Mr. Gonza´lez I hope some day we can see each other between the Federal, State, and local govern- continued to demand basic human rights for again in our country, with liberty to walk ments as well as local civic organizations to the people of Cuba. down the street holding hands and looking to commemorate, conserve and promote the his- As part of the tyrant’s heinous July 2005 the future, without fear or hate. tory and resources along the Route 15 cor- crackdown on peaceful pro-democracy oppo- Teach my grandson, next to the love of ridor between Gettysburg and Monticello. It nents, on July 22, Mr. Gonza´lez was arrested God and neighbor, the devotion to human rights and liberty so that he will never put will help link national parks to historical sites, as he tried to participate in a peaceful dem- up with injustice and abuses. package tourism opportunities, and provide fi- onstration outside the French Embassy in Ha- May God bless you, and may He allow me nancial and technical support for sites in the vana, demanding the release of political pris- to kiss you soon. corridor. oners in Cuba. As part of this vicious crack- Mr. Gonza´lez is a brilliant example of the This historic corridor includes a significant down, over 30 brave opponents were arrested heroism of the Cuban people. His letter exem- part of the 10th District of Virginia, which I am at home, on their way to the demonstration or plifies the Cuban desire to live in liberty, free proud to represent. I echo the sentiments of on the sidelines of the gathering. of the tyrannical repression imposed on them author and historian David McCullough when According to CubaNet, Mr. Gonza´lez has by the murderous despot. Read the strength he said that ‘‘[t]his is the ground of our Found- been charged with violating Law 88. This is of this letter, Mr. Gonza´lez knows the vio- ing Fathers. These are the landscapes that the same brutal, sham law that the tyrannical lence, abuse, and repression that will be used speak volumes—small towns, churches, fields, regime used to wrongly convict many of the to try to break him. Yet he stands strong in the mountains, creeks and rivers with names such pro-democracy activists arrested in March strength of his conviction: ‘‘My conscience im- as Bull Run and Rappahannock. They are the 2003. According to Reporters Without Borders, pels me to expose the abuses to which Cu- real thing, and what shame we will bring upon Mr. Gonzalez is still awaiting trial for supposed bans have been subject for more than 47 ourselves if we destroy them.’’ ‘‘crimes.’’ years now.’’ Mr. Gonza´lez is an apostle of This bill is modeled after the legislation Sen- On April 26, 2006, The Miami Herald pub- freedom for Cuba. ator WARNER and I introduced which created lished the following moving letter from Mr. Despite incessant repression, harassment, the Shenandoah Valley Battlefields National Gonza´lez to his daughter: incarceration and abuse, he remains com- Historic District in the Shenandoah Valley in In all the years that I have been by your mitted to the conviction that freedom of the 1996, Through that legislation, the Civil War side, you have never known me to pose a press and individual liberty are the inalienable battlefield sites in the Valley are being pre- threat to anyone or anything, yet today I am served, As with that bill, local, State and Fed- writing to you from prison. right of the Cuban people. It is a crime against humanity that Castro’s totalitarian gulags are eral officials, working along with landowners Neither one of us, in writing to each other and business leaders will be able to better for so many years, ever imagined we be doing full of men and women, like Mr. Gonza´lez, it from a prison cell. who represent the best of the Cuban nation. promote the history of the Journey Through Such is life around these parts! Anything Mr. Speaker, let me be very clear, Mr. Hallowed Ground attracting tourism and an and everything can happen in this green is- Gonza´lez is languishing in the grotesque appreciation for the unique history of this area. land that so few really know about, weaving squalor of the gulag because he desires free- I would like to thank the Journey Through instead fantasies fed by the Cuban govern- dom for all Cubans. My Colleagues, read his Hollowed Ground Partnership which has been ment’s propaganda. working to forge partnerships that span the The reasons for my imprisonment would be letter often. We must demand the immediate and unconditional release of Oscar Mario four States that fall within the proposed incomprehensible to anyone living in the so- boundaries of the heritage area. This group ciety you live in, but they are totally under- Gonza´lez and every political prisoner in totali- standable to a Cuban. tarian Cuba. has laid the groundwork in identifying the sig- nificant historical properties within such a con- I had the temerity to criticize and question f the government of my country and to de- centrated area along U.S. Route 15. Dozens nounce its totalitarian character before the INTRODUCTION OF THE JOURNEY of towns and counties along the corridor have world. I did it in the only way I know, peace- THROUGH HOLLOWED GROUND offered letters of support as have local civic fully, with words. NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA ACT groups. The Virginia General Assembly also For that, the Cuban government classifies has approved a resolution of support. us as criminals and calls us mercenaries and agents of U.S. imperialism. I swear to you HON. FRANK R. WOLF Thomas Jefferson in his Notes of the State that I have never had so much as a private OF VIRGINIA of Virginia said: You stand on a very high point of land. On conversation with any official of the United IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES States or of any other country, for that mat- your right comes up the Shenandoah, having ter. Tuesday, April 25, 2006 ranged along the foot of the mountain a hun- Also, the only monies I have been paid Mr. WOLF. Mr. Speaker, today I am intro- dred miles to seek a vent. On your left ap- from the only press agency for which I have ducing legislation to create the Journey proaches the Potomac, in quest of a passage also. In the moment of their junction, they ever worked, Cubanet, scarcely cover my few Through Hallowed Ground National Heritage material needs. rush together against the mountain, rend it The real reason for my confinement is to Area. Senator ALLEN is introducing companion asunder, and pass off to the sea. The first have denounced my country’s government to legislation in the Senate. glance of this scene hurries our senses into a Cuban press agency in Miami, since the We remember the words of Abraham Lin- the opinion that this earth has been created news media inside Cuba are closed to those, coln in his Gettysburg Address: in time, that the mountains were formed who like myself, exhibit independent cri- We cannot dedicate—we cannot con- first, that the rivers began to flow after- teria. Cuban media are only open to syco- secrate—we cannot hallow this ground. The wards, that in this place, particularly, they phants and apologists for the regime. brave men, living and dead, who struggled have been dammed up by the Blue Ridge of My conscience impels me to expose the here, have hallowed it far above our poor mountains, and have formed an ocean which abuses to which Cubans have been subject for power to add or detract. filed the whole valley; that continuing to more than 47 years now. rise they have at length broken over this I never thought my modest contribution to The Journey Through Hallowed Ground spot, and have torn the mountains down the future of Cuba would go very far. winds its way along U.S. Route 15 from Get- from its summit to its base. The piles of I’m a simple citizen who tried to make tysburg, Pennsylvania, to Jefferson’s home of rocks on each hand, but particularly on the public the brutal nature of the Cuban gov- Monticello, in Charlottesville, Virginia. Starting Shenandoah, the evident marks of their

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:40 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.086 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E592 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2006 disrupture and avulsion from their beds by more incentive to purchase homes given the COMMEMORATING THE 10TH ANNI- the most powerful agents of nature, corrobo- large increase in housing prices in the District. VERSARY OF THE CIVILIAN rate the impression. But the distant fin- DEATHS AT QANA, LEBANON ishing, which nature has given to the pic- The legislation would extend the life of the ture, is of a very different character. It is a D.C. Enterprise Zone (EZ) Benefits to 2009 to true contrast to the foreground. It is as plac- put the District on par with the other cities that HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. id and delightful as that is wild and tremen- have empowerment zones and will allow the OF MICHIGAN dous. For the mountain being cloven asun- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES der, she presents to your eye, through the city to fully realize and assess the effective- cleft, a small catch of smooth, blue horizon, ness of the incentives and eliminate the con- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 at an infinite distance in the plain country, tinuing uncertainty that has plagued the pro- Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, the violent inviting you, as it were, from the riot and gram. There was a disruption of economic ac- death of innocent civilians not involved in mili- tumult roaring around, to pass through the tivity and planning by the business sector tary hostilities is an appalling human tragedy. breach and participate in the calm below. when Congress did not immediately renew For decades, the violence in the Middle East The landscape Jefferson depicts has been those provisions that expired at the end of has claimed a multitude of innocent civilian inspirational to American leaders for hundreds 2003. The District is experiencing this setback victims: Men, women and children, Arab and of years. From Susquehannock Indian trading again as H.R. 4297, the Tax Reconciliation Israeli. It is with great sorrow that we remem- routes and to Revolutionary War battles; from ber one such incident that occurred just over the homes of the founding fathers to the first Act of 2005, has not yet been passed and the District tax provisions are extended in that bill. ten years ago in Qana, Lebanon. A number of brave pioneers to make a home beyond the my constituents lost precious relatives on that Blue Ridge Mountains; from the Civil War bat- The improved EZ incentives will target the day, April 18, 1996. Aboudi and Hati Bitar of tles which threatened to divide the union to areas of greatest need; align the Zone bound- Dearborn, Michigan, ages 7 and 9, were vis- the underground railroad, our Nation was aries with areas designated for concentrated iting their grandmother at Qana when they forged along this route. From Blue Ridge investment by the Mayor’s Great Streets Initia- were killed. On the occasion of the tenth anni- Mountains to the west and the fertile Piedmont tive; and more effectively connect the unem- versary of the Qana incident, we solemnly re- to the east of the corridor the route in many ployed with job opportunities by limiting the member and mourn the loss of these innocent ways exhibits the birth and development of our Employment Credit to those businesses that children and the hundreds of others who were Nation’s economy, social movements and po- employ persons residing in those census killed or wounded on that tragic day. On be- litical landscape. Perhaps even more signifi- half of Michigan’s 14th Congressional District, cant than the battlefields that cluster along the tracts that have unemployment rates twice that of the national average. my family and I offer our support and prayers route are the documents penned in the homes to the Bitar family and to the many others who along the corridor. The Declaration of Inde- The legislation also asks for a triple tax ex- lost loved ones at Qana. pendence, the Monroe Doctrine and the Mar- emption for District bonds which would allow When it comes to civilian deaths, violent shall plan have influenced not only this Nation, the District to issue bonds at lower interest hostilities play no favorites. I call on my col- but the entire world. rates and put D.C. on par with other ‘‘state- leagues to pause to remember the civilian vic- Every American citizen should take a trip less’’ jurisdictions, including Puerto Rico, tims that the violence in the Middle East has along this route so that they know not only Guam and the Virgin Islands, with no loss of claimed on all sides. Let us remind ourselves from where our Nation has come, but also to revenue to the federal treasury. Currently, that this carnage among the innocent will con- where we are going. bonds issued by the District are exempt from tinue until America makes a stronger effort to As we come upon the 400th anniversary of federal and District taxes, but subject to tax- help resolve the issues that have bred the vio- America’s birthplace at Jamestown, I urge my ation by state and local governments for bond- lence there. colleagues to join with me in supporting this f legislation. holders located outside the District. f With the first-time homebuyer tax credit, this HONORING THE 60TH ANNIVER- bill raises the $5,000 credit for a first-time SARY OF THE POLISH AMERICAN THE INTRODUCTION OF THE DIS- homebuyer in the District to $10,000 to help WAR VETERANS TRICT OF COLUMBIA TAX INCEN- TIVES IMPROVEMENT ACT OF meet sharply increased home prices that are 2006 driving many lower middle and middle income HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO taxpayers from the city. Senator TRENT LOTT OF ILLINOIS HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON raised the amount in the Senate bill several IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years ago, but that bill did not pass the Tuesday, April 25, 2006 OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA House. The homebuyer credit and the eco- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nomic development occurring in the District Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing Tuesday, April 25, 2006 have been almost entirely responsible for sig- nificantly stemming taxpayer, residential and the 60th Anniversary of the Polish American Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, today I am business flight, bringing both in significant War Veterans located in Caseyville, Illinois. pleased to introduce the District of Columbia numbers to the District. However, the improve- The year 1946 saw our Nation’s veterans Tax Incentives Improvement Act of 2006. The ments in my bill are essential if the District is return home from serving their country during legislation builds on and adds to federal tax in- to achieve the 100,000 new residents nec- World War II. During that year, a group of Pol- centives I first got through Congress in 1997 essary to sustain its stability that the former ish American veterans in East St. Louis, Illi- in order to help produce residential and busi- D.C. control board said was necessary. nois gathered to form an organization that ness stability and growth. These tax credits would recognize the contributions of Polish have surpassed the city’s highest hopes with The federal tax incentives provided under Americans during the war, celebrate their Pol- a renewed and replenished residential and the Enterprise Zone and homebuyer credit ish heritage and assist veterans, their families business tax base to show for it. However, this programs will be critical to the continuation of and other organizations within their commu- bill is necessary if this growth is to continue to the District’s essential fiscal partnership with nity. make up for the fact that the District is not a the federal government, which seeks to diver- The first discussions took place at Steve state. sify the D.C. economy, reverse the continuing Mizulski’s S.M. Tavern and the first organiza- Studies and investigation by experts widely rise in the unemployment rate in significant tional meeting was held at the Polish Hall in agree that the D.C. credits have been very portions of the city, strengthen and diversify East St. Louis. Soon after this meeting, the successful and have been the single most im- the District’s narrow tax base, and address its Polish American War Veterans organization portant factor both in stemming residential structural fiscal imbalance. was chartered by the State of Illinois. flight and in stimulating commercial develop- With the formation of the PAWV a slate of ment in the applicable neighborhoods. How- The D.C. Enterprise Zone tax incentives and officers was installed. Stanley Gula was the ever the changes are appropriate to: reduce the homebuyer credit alone cannot solve first Commander and other officers were: but target the credits to poor neighborhoods these problems. But by extending and improv- Stanley Boryczko, Vice Commander, Joseph not yet reached; increase the efficiency of the ing these measures, Congress can continue to Skowron, Adjutant, Michael Bartosz, Quarter- incentives; achieve increased leverage from make a low-cost, efficient and effective con- master and Adam Wondolowski, Sergeant-At- city and other federal resources; and provide tribution to the District’s economic well being. Arms. Initial charter members were: Walter

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It affirmed African leaders’ intent ican Legion Hall in Fairmont City, Illinois During the Frozen Four Championship in to remove roadblocks to malaria control and served as the PAWV home until 1979, when Milwaukee, it was Badgers’ junior forward called for more active participation by the the permanent home was built in Caseyville, Robbie Earl who proved the Most Outstanding international community. Illinois. Player. Earl scored three goals combined in UNICEF and the World Health Organization During their years of service, the organiza- the semi-finals and finals, including the game- estimate that malaria kills from 1 million to 2 tion has held a number of events to raise winning goal in the semi-final game and a million people every year, most of them young funds, celebrate their Polish heritage and to tying goal in the final game. children and pregnant women in Africa. Along provide family and recreational opportunities in After the Badger women’s hockey team won with HIV/AIDS and tuberculosis, malaria re- their community. These have included orga- their national championship two weeks before mains one of the three biggest infectious dis- nizing teams for bowling and baseball the men, several players joked that they had ease killers in the world today. leagues, holding dances and golf tournaments stolen for Wisconsin the title of the ‘‘State of Effective weapons in this fight include and participating in many parades. They con- Hockey’’ from Minnesota. After the men’s prompt access to effective treatment, in- tinue to offer ‘‘care packages’’ to veterans who team completed the NCAA hockey sweep for creased use of locally appropriate means of are hospitalized or in nursing homes. UW, Athletic Director Barry Alvarez put it more mosquito control such as insecticide-treated In 1999, the PAWV formed an Honor Guard simply: ‘‘We own college hockey.’’ nets and indoor residual spraying, early detec- tion of and response to epidemics, and im- that performs at area events and provides full f military honors for veterans’ funerals. This unit proved prevention and treatment of malaria in has received many honors and commenda- TO COMMEMORATE AND HONOR pregnant women. To make a sustained impact tions from area civic and veterans groups. THE VICTIMS OF THE HOLOCAUST against malaria we need a vaccine. The Polish American War Veterans have There has never been a licensed malaria been an active and involved part of our com- HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA vaccine, but great progress toward that end is now being made, as evidenced by last year’s munity for 60 years. The service they gave to OF CALIFORNIA results of a malaria vaccine clinical trial in Mo- their country did not stop when they retired IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from active military duty. They continue to live zambique. However, people who need the Tuesday, April 25, 2006 by the motto, ‘‘Still Serving and Proud to be vaccine the most are infants and children in Polish.’’ Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to developing countries. This means that market Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me commemorate the memory of those murdered forces by themselves cannot drive malaria in honoring the 60th Anniversary of the Polish during the Holocaust. vaccine development. Ensuring the successful American War Veterans and to wish the best During that dark period, the nations of the development of a vaccine for a disease that to them for continued service in the future. world stood still as millions were massacred. primarily affects the poorest people in the world requires public funding for research and f Every year we come together and speak of how we shall ‘‘Never Forget.’’ We talk of how development as well as funding for vaccine HONORING UNIVERSITY OF we may honor their memory by never allowing purchase once malaria vaccines are licensed. WISCONSIN MEN’S HOCKEY TEAM such unspeakable crimes of genocide to be As a nation, we must take the challenge of- committed once again. fered by African heads of state in 2000 and HON. TAMMY BALDWIN I fear we may not be doing their memory Bill Gates last fall to greatly increase funding for the development of new tools to defeat OF WISCONSIN justice. Even as the United States has offi- malaria, including a vaccine. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cially declared that genocide is occurring in Sudan, we stand concerned, but need to do Global and national efforts to control malaria Tuesday, April 25, 2006 much more to stop the bloodshed. Have we are making a difference. Lives are being Ms. BALDWIN. Mr. Speaker I rise today to not learned from the horrors committed by saved and the movement to finally control ma- recognize the University of Wisconsin men’s Nazi Germany? How can we observe the laria in Africa is picking up momentum. Evi- hockey team, NCAA champions for the sixth rampant campaign of rape and genocide in dence of this includes the increasing level of time in the program’s history. This is the first Darfur without acting? support for malaria control by the Global Fund national championship for the Badgers since My heart and prayers go out to those who for AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria, by USAID 1990, and also the first under head coach survived the Holocaust as well as those who and the President’s Malaria Initiative. But more Mike Eaves. Coach Eaves previously won a were coldly murdered. We must honor them and broader support is needed to achieve the national title as a player when he was the not just with words, but also by our actions. goal of ending deaths from malaria in the Badgers’ team captain in 1977, and also Over the next few days, hundreds of thou- shortest time possible. For each year we coached the United States teams to their first sands of Americans will converge on Wash- delay, another one to two million lives are lost. gold medals at the 2002 World Under-18 ington to demand that the US act to stop the Today, Africa Malaria Day, the equivalent of Championship and the 2004 World Junior genocide in Darfur. Let us honor the memory seven large planeloads of children died from Championship. Coach Eaves’ latest honor is of those who were murdered during the Holo- malaria. Most of these children were under the being named the head coach of the United caust by doing everything we can to protect age of 5. This is a tragedy of immense propor- States Men’s National Team. the people of Darfur. tions. While it is deeply saddening, we cannot let its sheer magnitude paralyze us into com- This championship caps off a remarkable f season for the Badgers. Senior assistant cap- placency. Knowing about these deaths tain defenseman Tom Gilbert tied for the na- RECOGNITION OF AFRICA impassions me to do everything I can. We tional lead in goals by a defenseman, and MALARIA DAY must ensure adequate support for existing and scored the most points by a UW defenseman new malaria control tools to prevent more in almost ten years. Gilbert was named to the HON. DONALD M. PAYNE deaths, today, tomorrow, and into the future. All-American second team, and was joined OF NEW JERSEY f there by sophomore center Joe Pavelski. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING THE MEMORY OF MR. Pavelski led the team in scoring during the BOB SCHULTZ season, and also became just the ninth player Tuesday, April 25, 2006 in Badgers history to score 100 points in his Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I stand today to HON. JO BONNER first two years. recognize Africa Malaria Day, declared on OF ALABAMA Junior goalie Brian Elliott was named a first- April 25, 2000 by 43 African heads of state. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES team All-American. Elliot led the nation in That declaration marked the end of a 3-day every significant category of goaltending sta- summit called to renew and re-invigorate Afri- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 tistic, including goals-against-average, save ca’s commitment to defeating malaria, a dis- Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, Mobile and in- percentage, and winning percentage, en route ease that takes a terrible toll on the African deed the entire State of Alabama recently lost

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:40 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.094 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E594 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2006 a dear friend, and I rise today to honor him As the Vice-Chairman of the House Armed stateside to instruct the Army’s Golden and pay tribute to his memory. Services Committee and the Homeland Secu- Knights parachute team at Fort Bragg and Bob Schultz, otherwise known as ‘‘Mr. Mardi rity Committee, I have seen first-hand the later he taught the Warrant Officer Career Col- Gras,’’ was a musical legend in Mobile. Arriv- positive effects of the Container Research lege at Fort Rucker. In 1985, Novosel was the ing in Mobile in 1960, Bob quickly distin- Corporation’s incredible work ethic and up- last World War II pilot still flying. Fort Rucker guished himself as the sound of carnival play- standing patriotism. They have been a strong named its main street ‘‘Novosel Avenue’’ for ing swing era music on both the clarinet and and consistent partner in strengthening not him, and after retirement Novosel remained in saxophone. In 1976, he organized the Bob only our national economy, but our national Enterprise, Alabama where he was an active Schultz Big Band. He and his band have defense and security as well. member of the community until his death. played at countless mystic society balls, wed- Mr. Speaker, I am proud to have within my Mr. Speaker, Chief Warrant Officer Four dings, and other events over the last three district one of the founding companies for Mike Novosel will rightfully be buried in Arling- decades. They were also a staple at the Riv- modern aerospace storage and shipping con- ton National Cemetery alongside America’s erview Plaza Sunday brunch. tainers. Our Nation owes Mr. Rines, Mr. Swan other great heroes. We can all be proud of his One wedding, in particular, stands out in my and all of the dedicated employees at the exemplary record, and I extend my condo- memory. Bob and his band played ‘‘Stars Fell Container Research Corporation a huge debt lences to his family. on Alabama’’ for my new bride and me to lead of gratitude. We are certainly a safer country the dance. To say Bob Schultz will be missed because of their efforts. I am proud to rep- f is a considerable understatement. resent these fine men and women and honor TRIBUTE TO RICHARD L. Bob Schultz and his band members also them on their 50th Anniversary on the House KOHNSTAMM found time to perform for many charities in- Floor today. cluding: the Child Advocacy Center, United Way, the Taste of Mobile, the Alabama Desert f HON. DARLENE HOOLEY Storm Heroes Welcome Home Committee, TRIBUTE TO AN AMERICAN HERO— OF OREGON and the Cathedral Towers. MICHAEL J. NOVOSEL IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Tuesday, April 25, 2006 in remembering a fixture of Mobile Mardi Gras. HON. TERRY EVERETT Bob will be deeply missed by his family—his Ms. HOOLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF ALABAMA two brothers, William Schultz and Irving Schiff; recognize the passing of a great Oregonian in- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and his sister, Irene Karasevich—as well as novator, businessman, and friend. Richard L. the countless friends and associates he leaves Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Kohnstamm passed away last Friday, just behind. Our thoughts and prayers are with Mr. EVERETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to days after his 80th birthday. them all at this difficult time. pay tribute to one of America’s greatest mili- Like many Oregonians, Dick arrived in Or- f tary heroes, Michael J. ‘‘Mike’’ Novosel, who egon as a young man eager to forge his own passed away on April 2 at the age of 83 at future, and build his own adventure. What TRIBUTE TO THE FOUNDERS AND Dick couldn’t possibly have known then, was EMPLOYEES OF THE CONTAINER Walter Reed Army Hospital in Washington, DC. that his future would become a true Oregon RESEARCH CORPORATION ON Legacy. THEIR 50TH ANNIVERSARY Mike Novosel was a remarkable man who ranked among the best who ever donned a In 1955, Dick took over the management of military uniform. I’m proud to point out that he Oregon’s Historic Timberline Lodge on Mt. HON. CURT WELDON spent much of his life in southeast Alabama Hood. With his imagination, vision, and dedi- OF PENNSYLVANIA where he had a monumental impact on the cation, Dick transformed the lodge from a ne- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mission of the U.S. Army Aviation Center at glected public works building to an Oregon Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Fort Rucker. landmark. He started the nation’s first summer skiing, Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, Born in Pennsylvania in 1922, Novosel started a racing school, brought in Olympic it is a great honor for me to rise to honor the joined the U.S. Army Air Force when he was Medalists as instructors, and completely re- founders and employees of the Container Re- 19. His training eventually took him to Maxwell vamped the lodge, making it a destination for search Corporation on the celebration of their Air Force Base where he qualified to fly the Oregonians and visitors. With Dick’s leader- 50th anniversary on this Saturday, April 29, B–29 Superfortress. In 1945, he flew four Pa- ship, Timberline Lodge was the first ski area 2006. The Container Research Corporation is cific combat missions with the 58th Bombard- in the nation to receive the National Historic located in the small town of Glen Riddle, ment Wing during the final days of World War Landmark designation. Pennsylvania, in the 7th Congressional District II. But he did not stop there. Novosel com- Dick met his wife Molly, and raised their four that I represent. manded a B–29 as part of a fly-over during The Container Research Corporation, CRC, the Japanese surrender ceremony. His military sons on the Mountain. He was a father figure was founded in 1956. At its helm were the career then led him to command the 99th to hundreds of young employees away from young, innovative minds of Stan Rines, Sr. Bombardment Squadron in the Pacific where home. He was a leader. He was a visionary. and Bill Swan, Sr., talented businessmen and he served until 1947 when he returned to the He was a pioneer in the best Oregon tradition. engineers. Mr. Rines and Mr. Swan designed United States as a B–29 test pilot and then He was an Oregon Icon. and patented modern high tech metal con- joined the Air Force Reserve. Soon after, he I consider myself lucky to have known Dick, tainers that replaced existing commercial and was called back to active duty at the Air Com- and I want to honor him for his extraordinary military wooden crates. I am pleased to report mand and Staff School during the Korean life and his many contributions to Mt. Hood that Mr. Rines and Mr. Swan, now in their War. But this was all just the beginning for and the State of Oregon. eighties, still own and manage the growing Novosel. f company, with 140 employees at three facili- During the Vietnam War, then Lt. Col. ties. Novosel volunteered for duty in the Air Force LETTER TO THE EDITOR AS OF- The Container Research Corporation was Reserve. However, he was turned down be- FERED BY WILLIAM T. WALKER, an early pioneer of military packaging for large cause of his age. So, he traded his blue suit THEODORE, ALABAMA aircraft parts. Over their 50 years of service for the uniform of a U.S. Army warrant officer, they have excelled in the research, design and and instead of piloting B–29’s, took the stick of HON. JO BONNER manufacturing of aerospace maintenance plat- a Bell UH–l Huey. As a ‘‘dust-off’’ helicopter OF ALABAMA forms, storage and shipping containers to pilot, Novosel served two tours in Vietnam, to- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES worldwide aerospace customers. CRC has taling 2,543 missions airlifting 5,600 medical produced containers for the Pershing Missiles, evacuees. Amazingly, one of the men he res- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 the Pickatinny Arsenal artillery shells, nuclear cued was his own son, who, ironically, later Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, recently one of fuel rods, all styles of helicopter blades, jet en- rescued him. In one rescue mission, Novosel my constituents, William T. Walker, submitted gines and most recently the F–35 Joint Strike braved tremendous enemy fire to rescue no a letter to the Mobile Register providing an in- Fighter Jet. They have partnered with such less than 29 men. teresting perspective on the recent peace companies as Westinghouse, Boeing, Bell, Si- His bravery resulted in his receiving the march that started in Mobile, Alabama, and korsky and the U.S. military. Congressional Medal of Honor. He returned traveled throughout the Gulf Coast.

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:40 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.097 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS April 25, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E595 Many people across the Gulf Coast are still Championships to win the national title at CONGRATULATIONS TO MR. AND working hard to rebuild their homes, busi- 133 lbs. MRS. WILLIE THOMAS POUNCY nesses and lives following last year’s hurri- He showed courage and determination in ON THE OCCASION OF THEIR canes. While the freedom to protest is one of reversing and riding Chris Fleeger of Purdue 50TH WEDDING ANNIVERSARY the foundations of American democracy, it is University to win the national final 3–2. important to see the effect that it can have. He accomplished his title by beating the tournament’s second and third-seeded wres- HON. JO BONNER Today, I rise to ask that this letter be entered tlers and a former national runner-up. OF ALABAMA into the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD in its en- He had two pins in five matches at the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tirety: NCAA Championships. MARCHERS HURT SPIRIT, GOOD WILL He showed excellence and outstanding skill Tuesday, April 25, 2006 ‘‘It does not take a majority to prevail . . . by being taken down only once and reversed Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to but rather an irate, tireless minority, keen once in his five matches. congratulate Mr. Willie Thomas Pouncy and on setting brush fires of freedom in the He became only the third national cham- Mrs. Lucile Pouncy on the occasion of their minds of men.’’—Samuel Adams pion in the 102-year history of Penn wres- 50th Wedding Anniversary, which began on I like to think of myself as part of that mi- tling. April 21, 1956, at Rock Elvy Baptist Church in nority to whom Adams was referring. I know He led his team to score the most points in that some grow tired of my constant rant an NCAA Championship in team history. Shady Grove, Alabama. about freedom, about supporting this coun- He is a two-time All-American, in 2004 and Mr. Pouncy is a respected member of his try and our leaders. Yet, I continue. Why? 2006. church and community. He has served faith- Things like the peace march that left Mo- fully as a deacon at Rock Elvy Baptist Church bile recently is one reason. When I heard On the day Matt won the NCAA Champion- since 1954. In 1952, Mr. Pouncy was drafted about that march, I was in Gulfport, Miss., ship, the pressure on him was immense. The in the U.S. Army, where he served during the helping a man put his ceiling back in his way he wrestled his way to the championship house after it was hit by a pine tree during Korean War. Upon completion of his tour of is a testament to his grace under pressure, his duty, he went on to own and run a small farm Hurricane Katrina. good sportsmanship, and most importantly, his A 60-foot pine tree will break any roof on in Goshen, Alabama, and work on the railroad the Gulf Coast. Sixty misguided, self-serving example as a role model for youth that make in Waycross, Georgia. He also worked for marchers were trying to break the good will him special to not only to wrestling fans in Brotherhood of Maintenance of Way Employ- and spirit of a people who have been through Pennsylvania, but to everyone who pursues ees for 19 years. Mr. Pouncy worked diligently tragedy. the American dream. to set an example to his seven sons as to As I held the piece of drywall up for my Finally, I would be remiss, if I did not recog- what a husband and father should be, and he friend to nail in, he asked me this: ‘‘I wonder nize the extraordinary effort and commitment taught his seven daughters what traits are im- what those marchers have done to help peo- of Head Coach Zeke Jones who inspires and ple rebuild here on the Gulf Coast.’’ That portant in a husband. All the while, Mr. struck me. What have they done? motivates the true grit and discipline so nec- Pouncy had several admirers but none as im- As they marched along the road, being essary on the mats. His personal commitment portant as his 14 children and his wife, Lucile. photographed and reveling in their noto- to excellence has served the University of Mrs. Pouncy was born Lucile Tucker in riety, thousands of people were out there, re- Pennsylvania well. We share his pride in Matt Shady Grove, Alabama. She is the embodi- building the Gulf Coast. And those soft-head- Valenti’s tremendous success as NCAA ment of a God-fearing woman. She has al- ed fabricators of veracity marched on. Champion and look to Matt to take us to the ways emphasized the importance of God, fam- As those people marched along the road, 2008 Olympics. having their pictures taken by news photog- ily, and education. Mrs. Pouncy served Rock raphers, all us old dumb guys were in the Elvy Baptist Church as a secretary and is an background. Black and white, Democrat and f usher, board member and deaconess. She Republican, religious and not, we were re- managed a household of 14 children while her pairing things, cleaning up, and making this CONSUMER CANCELLATION FAIRNESS ACT husband was away with work. She always a better place to live. made sure the homework was completed, And those foot soldiers of fabrication chores finished, and Sunday school lessons marched on, planting their perfidious propa- ganda with each step. I pray that their crop HON. ZOE LOFGREN comprehended. Mrs. Pouncy mastered the art will fail.—WILLIAM T. WALKER, Theodore, OF CALIFORNIA of rearing with a stern will but a compas- sionate heart. She was not only a mother to Alabama IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f her own children, but she served as a second Tuesday, April 25, 2006 mother to many of the children in the commu- HONORING MATT VALENTI NCAA Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. nity. WRESTLING CHAMPION Speaker, consumers are currently exposed to I know Alabama and even our nation have difficult cancellation policies for service sub- benefited from the union of Mr. and Mrs. HON. CURT WELDON scriptions that are more costly and burden- Pouncy. Among their 14 children, 32 grand- OF PENNSYLVANIA some than continuing the service and paying children and six great-grandchildren, there are IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the annual or monthly fee. two sons and two grandsons that have served in the recent war on terror. Additionally, they When consumers sign up for a service, they Tuesday, April 25, 2006 have raised: a social worker, several engi- are often told that renewal occurs through Mr. WELDON of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, neers, a bank president, a counselor, a min- automatic charges to their credit cards. When it is a special honor to recognize Matt Valenti, ister, numerous business professionals, and consumers decide to cancel, they run into dif- a student athlete from the University of Penn- most important to me . . . my director of con- ficulties, such as long distance phone calls sylvania, who recently won the NCAA wres- stituent services. with long hold times, all at the expense of the tling championship. Penn’s sports history Their 14 children: Willie Dean, Willie Thom- consumer. records need updating now to include Matt as as, Jr., Claudie Frank, Sharon (deceased), one of only three wrestlers to have achieved To combat such abusive business practices, Linda, Michael, Lisha, Winfred, James, Kathy, this distinction as national champion. All three I have introduced the Consumer Cancellation Salena, Tyrone, Errical and Eric would like me wrestlers are bound together by their high Fairness Act. to pass on their word of appreciation to their level of motivation and their devotion to the My bill would require businesses to permit parents for the example they set, encourage- time-honored virtues of hard work and sac- their customers to cancel subscription services ment given, and yes, even for the discipline rifice. in the same manner and by the same means administered. We are all aware of the competitive nature they use to subscribe to such services. Mr. Speaker, in these times it is refreshing and demanding rigors of this sport. Matt’s If one click on a Web site or a toll-free call to know a family that is committed to the val- achievements have set a new benchmark for is all it takes to sign up for a service, then one ues and outstanding morals that Mr. and Mrs. excellence in this sport. The following statistics click or a toll-free call should be enough to Willie Thomas Pouncy have encouraged in speak for themselves and place Matt in an cancel. their marriage and family. I have no doubt that elite category: I strongly urge this House to swiftly consider this marriage symbolizes the strength of char- He won five consecutive matches against and pass the Consumer Cancellation Fairness acter and love of God that every American the nation’s best wrestlers in the 2006 NCAA Act to protect consumers from further abuse. should emulate. Congratulations to Mr. and

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:40 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.102 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS E596 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 25, 2006 Mrs. Pouncy on their 50th Wedding Anniver- In 2002, for example, the CIA survey RAMSEY, INDIANA WILFRED ED- sary—the world is a better place because of showed a drop in coca production and White WARD ‘‘COUSIN WILLIE’’ SIEG, their contributions. House drug czar John Walters declared: SR. POST OFFICE f ‘‘These figures capture the dramatic im- provement. . . . Our anti-drug efforts in Co- HON. MICHAEL E. SODREL FAILURE OF ‘‘PLAN COLOMBIA’’ lombia are now paying off.’’ OF INDIANA But some U.S. officials and drug policy an- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. RON PAUL alysts claim that Colombia has likely been Tuesday, April 25, 2006 OF TEXAS producing far more coca over the past five IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES years than the CIA surveys have indicated. Mr. SODREL. Mr. Speaker, it is with great honor I introduce this bill to recognize the ac- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 ‘‘The cultivation numbers, wherever they complishments of one man by naming the Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to introduce seem to be headed, need to be taken with a Ramsey, IN postal facility after a beloved the following article detailing the complete fail- grain of salt,’’ said Joy Olson, director of the member of our community, ‘‘Cousin Willie’’. Washington Office on Latin America, a think ure of ‘‘Plan Colombia’’ into the CONGRES- The privilege to introduce this bill with the sup- tank. ‘‘In reality, coca cultivation and co- SIONAL RECORD. As the article points out, de- port of the entire Indiana Delegation makes it caine production exceed the official esti- spite more than 4 billion dollars being sent to all that more special. Colombia to fight the ‘‘war on drugs,’’ the coca mates, perhaps by wide margins.’’ If you asked someone in Ramsey who crop grew by 21 percent last year. After six What’s more, she said, cheap, potent co- Wilfred Edward Sieg, Sr. was or what he was years of massive wealth transfers from U.S. caine remains readily available on U.S. about, some may not be able to tell you. But taxpayers to the Colombian government, not streets, indicating that the drug war in Co- if you asked them about ‘‘Cousin Willie’’, that’s only has no progress been made, but in fact lombia is having little real impact. a different story. ‘‘Cousin Willie’’ and Wilfred things are getting worse. Unfortunately, with Some U.S. officials have forecast a gradual Edward Sieg, Sr. are one in the same. the way things are done in Washington, this reduction in assistance for Colombia, start- Wilfred Edward ‘‘Cousin Willie’’ Sieg, Sr., failure of ‘‘Plan Colombia’’ will likely result in ing in 2008. This year, Washington will send son of the late Edward and Agnes Gettelfinger calls for even more money to be tossed in the about $750 million in aid to Colombia, the Sieg, was born March 16, 1931 in his life-long black hole of the drug war. It would be far bet- source of 90 percent of the cocaine sold on home of Ramsey, IN. After finishing High ter to learn from our mistakes and abandon U.S. streets. School at Corydon High, ‘‘Cousin Willie’’ went the failed ‘‘Plan Colombia.’’ The centerpiece of the U.S. anti-drug strat- on to graduate from Indiana University in 1953 [From the Houston Chronicle, April 16, 2006] egy here is a controversial aerial-eradication with a degree in marketing. Upon graduation, COCA CROP JUMPS DESPITE U.S. AID program in which crop-dusters, escorted by Cousin Willie served our country as First Lieu- (By John Otis) helicopter gunships, bombard coca plants tenant in the United States Air Force. He con- tinued to serve his country through 1968 as a BOGOTA, COLOMBIA.—In a blow to the with chemical defoliants. But the program United States’ anti-drug campaign here, costs about $200 million annually and many member of both the Air Force and the Air which cost more than $4 billion, new White critics say the money would be better spent Force Reserves. House estimates indicate that Colombia’s elsewhere. The idea of eradication is to per- After his active-duty service, Cousin Willie coca crop expanded by nearly 21 percent last suade peasant farmers to give up growing returned home to help run the family business, year. coca and to plant legal crops. But funding by Ramsey Popcorn Company, alongside his par- Figures released late Friday by the Office the U.S. and Colombian governments for ents and brothers. ‘‘Cousin Willie’s’’ parents of National Drug Control Policy indicate Co- crop-substitution programs pale in compari- started Ramsey Popcorn in 1944 going door lombian farmers last year grew 355,680 acres son to the eradication budget and most ef- to door selling raw popcorn kernels out of the of coca, the raw material for cocaine. That forts to develop alternatives have failed. back of their truck. The business soon grew represents a jump of nearly 74,000 acres from 2004 even though U.S. funded cropdusters de- Part of the problem is that coca is often and in the early 1960’s, ‘‘Cousin Willie’’, along stroyed record amounts of coca plants in grown in remote jungles and mountains that with his three brothers, took over day-to-day 2005. are controlled by Marxist guerrillas, contain operations of the business from his parents Washington has provided the Bogota gov- few roads or markets, and have almost no and eventually served as President of Ramsey ernment with more than $4 billion, mostly in government presence. Thus, even as crop- Popcorn Co., Inc. Under his guidance, anti-drug aid since 2000 for a program known dusters have killed off record amounts of Ramsey Popcorn Co. grew to become one of as Plan Colombia—which was supposed to coca, farmers stay a step ahead of the spray the top four producers of popcorn in the world. cut coca cultivation by half within six years. The company sells roughly 50 million pounds Yet according to the new figures, more planes by pushing deeper into the wilderness coca is now being grown here than when Plan to grow more. of popcorn a year and exports to over 20 Colombia started. ‘‘This is going to turn In 2000, Colombian farmers attempted to countries throughout the world. Ramsey also heads’’ on Capitol Hill, said Adam Isacson, a grow about 450,000 acres of coca, about one- sells to house-hold name snack food manufac- Colombia expert at the Center for Inter- third of which was wiped out by the spray turers and supermarkets including Kraft, Frito national Policy in Washington and a long- planes, according to U.S. government fig- Lay, Campbell’s, The Kroger Co. and Target time critic of U.S. counterdrug strategies in ures. Last year, by contrast, they tried to as just a sample. Latin America. Before graduating from IU, ‘‘Cousin Willie’’ ‘‘You’re talking about $4.7 billion spent on grow a whopping 780,000 acres. ‘‘People with no economic alternatives have not been de- married his High School sweetheart, Doris Plan Colombia, and this is all we have to Marie Byrum. ‘‘Cousin Willie’’ and Doris were show for it?’’ terred by fumigation,’’ said Isacson of the The Bush administration downplayed the Center for International Policy. ‘‘Fumigat- the proud parents of 13 children. Cousin Willie significance of the coca crop survey, an an- ing an area is no substitute for governing was a firm believer in hard work and was nual study of parts of Colombia carried out it.’’ known to put his kids to work on the family by the CIA using satellite imagery and on- farm doing tough and unwanted jobs. ‘‘That the-ground inspections. Despite the rise in coca cultivation, Anne way, by the time they get to working at the Rather than an increase in the crop’s size, Patterson, a former U.S. ambassador to Co- popcorn plant, they like it just fine.’’ the higher numbers may reflect a more thor- lombia who heads the State Department bu- Mr. Sieg was truly proud of his small com- ough job of surveying the Colombian coun- reau that runs the eradication program, told munity and felt compelled to become involved tryside, the White House said in a news re- a congressional hearing in Washington last lease. in any way he could. In addition to employing month that the Bush administration was many members of his community, he was also The statement said the area of Colombia considering ‘‘stepping up’’ the crop-dusting sampled for the 2005 coca estimate was 81 a member of the Ramsey Lion’s Club, the campaign. percent larger than in 2004. Ramsey-Spencer Grange and local Farm Bu- ‘‘Because of this uncertainty and the sig- Beyond the drug war, Patterson said, the reau. He was a Rotarian and actively involved nificantly expanded survey area, a direct overall U.S. aid program ‘‘has benefited Co- in local and state politics as well as the area year-to-year comparison (of the size of the lombia in ways we had not anticipated.’’ schools’ athletic programs. He also served as coca crop) is not possible,’’ said the state- She cited better security conditions in the ment. a Member of two Boards; the Ramsey Water However, when year-to-year drug crop cities and the countryside, where the number Company and the North Harrison Community comparisons have reflected positive trends, of kidnappings and murders has dropped, as School Board. U.S. officials have loudly touted the numbers well as recent blows to the nation’s narcotics Mr. Sieg passed away on February 2, 2006 as clear proof of success. traffickers and guerrilla groups. at the age of 74 after losing a battle with lung

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:40 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.107 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS April 25, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E597 cancer. The town of Ramsey, Harrison Coun- not invest in critical student aid programs on to create more than 600 paraprofessional jobs ty, and the state of Indiana lost a proud and a high enough level. The most telling example in various school districts. His efforts not only prominent member of their community. I am is that of Pell Grants, which help many dis- earned him the nickname ‘‘Father of Para- privileged to have had such an outstanding advantaged children to go to college. This bill professionals’’ but the respect and admiration Hoosier as a constituent and I cannot see any would set maximum Pell Grants at the abys- of the young men and women he helped to greater honor for a father, husband, commu- mally low amount of $6,000. I was especially employ, myself included. My experiences as a nity leader, employer, veteran and friend disappointed that Democrats were not allowed paraprofessional in the late 1960’s provided known for his dedication to family, faith, busi- to offer an amendment to authorize higher me with a unique understanding of the public ness and community, Wilfred Edward Sieg, funding levels for Pell Grants and other stu- school system and helped to shape my career Sr., Cousin Willie than by bestowing this honor dent aid and support programs. as a public servant. I will always be grateful to upon him. Nevertheless, this bill does provide a much Reverend Greene for helping to open the door f needed single definition of higher education that enabled me to serve my community. and reauthorizes successful programs such as In 1975, Reverend Greene married his be- COLLEGE ACCESS AND GEAR UP, TRIO, grants for alcohol and drug loved Aurelia and for 29 years they worked OPPORTUNITY ACT OF 2005 abuse prevention, and the Perkins Loan. side by side in an effort to improve the lives These efforts to strengthen existing programs of the residents of the Bronx. It was not long SPEECH OF and provide benefits for Hispanic and other after his marriage that he began teaching HON. LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD minority students who dream of a college edu- prayer ministry in his home, which ultimately OF CALIFORNIA cation led me to vote for H.R. 609 today. became the Bronx Christian Charismatic Pray- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f er Fellowship, Inc. In 1991, the church moved to its current location on Third Avenue in the Thursday, March 30, 2006 PERSONAL EXPLANATION Bronx, providing the good Reverend with more The House in Committee of the Whole space to teach the benefits of living a virtuous House on the State of the Union had under HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN life. consideration the bill (H.R. 609) to amend OF RHODE ISLAND Reverend Greene also served as Treasurer and extend the Higher Education Act of 1965: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Chairperson of Bronx Community Board Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Mr. Chairman, I rise #4 and was elected Male District leader of the Tuesday, April 25, 2006 today to support H.R. 609, the College Access 77th Assembly District, where he served until and Opportunity Act. While this bill to reau- Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, on the his passing in 2004. thorize the Higher Education Act is by no evening of April 6, 2006, I was unable to vote The recipient of many civic and professional means perfect, the bill represents an ex- due to an important prescheduled speaking awards, Reverend Greene was well loved and panded opportunity and a chance to succeed engagement, for which I was granted a leave well respected. His works will continue to im- for the hundreds of thousands of minority stu- of absence. I would like the RECORD to reflect pact the lives of New Yorkers for generations dents who dream of obtaining a college de- that, had I been present, I would have voted to come. Surely, that is the mark of a great gree. That is why I plan to vote for the bill ‘‘yea’’ on Roll Call vote numbers 93, 94, 95, life. today. 96, 97, 98 and 99. May ‘‘Reverend Jerome A. Greene Place’’ College degrees open many doors to the fu- f forever stand as a reminder of his selfless ef- ture. Students that obtain bachelor degrees forts to improve the lives of his fellow man and TRIBUTE TO REVEREND JEROME have on average higher earning potentials, may it compel us all to do the same. A. GREENE more competitive jobs, and higher standards Mr. Speaker, for his indomitable spirit that of living. But many minority students are un- continues to inspire even though he has able to obtain a college degree because they HON. JOSE´ E. SERRANO passed on, I ask that my colleagues join me lack the necessary resources to do so, and as OF NEW YORK in honoring Rev. Jerome A. Greene. a result the doors to opportunity often remain IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f closed. Data from 2000 shows that only 13 Tuesday, April 25, 2006 percent of Hispanics and 15 percent of Blacks TRIBUTE TO GRAND RABBI OF in California earned a bachelor’s degree, com- Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to SATMOR, RABBI MOSES pared to 31 percent for Caucasians. honor Rev. Jerome A. Greene, a dear friend, TEITELBAUM Despite its flaws, H.R. 609 contains key pro- who used his life to uplift and empower others. visions that will help Hispanics and other mi- Although Reverend Greene passed away on HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS norities succeed academically from the day August 23, 2004, his lifetime of service lives OF NEW YORK they enter Kindergarten to the day they re- on in the hearts and minds of the residents of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ceive their college diploma and beyond. the Bronx. On Wednesday, April 19, 2006, his The bill supports minorities in elementary city and his home borough will show its grati- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 and secondary education by recruiting minori- tude to this remarkable man by renaming Tell- Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker. I rise to join the ties to the teaching profession and focusing on er Avenue between E. 168th and E. 169th Satmar and Jewish communities across the the needs of Limited English Proficient stu- ‘‘Reverend Jerome A. Greene Place’’. world in mourning the passing of the Grand dents. Reverend Greene was born March 12, 1941 Rabbi of Satmar, Rabbi Moses Teitelbaum. In addition, the bill creates new ‘‘Centers for in Welch, West Virginia to Emmanuel Greene Thousands amassed in Brooklyn and Monroe, Excellence’’ programs that will prepare teach- and Savannah Elsie Anderson. As a young New York on short notice to show their re- ers, including minority teachers, to become man he led the fight for the integration of his spect and admiration. It is indeed a tribute to ‘‘Highly Qualified’’ in K–12 classrooms. high school in West Virginia and became the Rabbi Teitelbaum’s leadership that the Satmar Beyond high school, the bill reauthorizes the first black male to graduate with honors. Upon community now numbering over 120,000, ex- High School Equivalency Program (HEP) that graduating from high school, he moved to perienced remarkable growth during his ten- assists low-income migrant and seasonal Queens, NY and enrolled in City College. ure. farmworkers to obtain a high school diploma Graduating with a degree in education, Rabbi Teitelbaum’s life was one of perse- or certificate, and it reauthorizes the College Greene began his teaching career in Harlem verance, dedication and commitment to the Assistance Migrant Program (CAMP) that pro- in 1963. Satmar and Jewish communities. A survivor of vides tutoring and counseling to migrant stu- In 1967, Reverend Greene left the public Auschwitz and the Holocaust, Rabbi dents in their first year of college. school system to serve as Director of Pro- Teitelbaum began a new life in the United The bill also supports Hispanic-Serving Insti- gramming, Evaluation, Education and Training States after he lost his immediate family to the tutions (HSIs) by establishing a new HSI grant at the Morrisania Community Progress Center. Nazi genocide. As perhaps a tribute to his life, for graduate degrees and by eliminating the Although he was no longer with the public his first great, great granddaughter was born two-year wait between grant applications. school system, Reverend Greene remained on the day the Rebbe passed away. In closing let me highlight some of my con- committed to improving the educational experi- I was blessed with the opportunity to meet cerns, which I hope will be addressed as the ence of New York students. Realizing the im- with the Grand Rabbi on numerous occasions bill moves through the process to passage. In portance of putting more teachers in the class- in his home in Williamsburg, Brooklyn. A sim- particular, I am concerned that the bill does room, he helped to secure millions of dollars ple and humble man, his poignant advice and

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I am proud that one of INTRODUCTION OF THE ‘‘MILITARY Montgomery County’s many outstanding Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to RANGE LEGACY ACT OF 2006’’ teachers was awarded this honor. commemorate the 91st anniversary of the Ar- menian genocide. HON. EARL BLUMENAUER Education is the foundation of opportunity From 1915 to 1923, more than 1.5 million and America’s children need teachers like Ms. Armenians suffered mass killings and more OF OREGON Oliver to help provide them with the knowl- than half a million others were forced from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES edge and training they need to become the their homeland into exile by the Ottoman Em- Tuesday, April 25, 2006 leaders of tomorrow. I applaud Kimberly Oli- pire. Yet, from the ashes of destruction, the Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, today I ver’s achievement and wish her success in survivors rebuilt their lives. In the years since, am introducing the ‘‘Military Range Legacy Act her future endeavors. descendants of Armenian immigrants have of 2006.’’ This bill strengthens military base clung to their identity and have prospered clean-up programs through the use and devel- f across this nation and throughout the world. opment of new technologies, better pro- Communities in California and across the grammatic organization, and a greater atten- COMMEMORATION OF THE United States are fortunate to be home to an tion to the needs of the communities impacted ARMENIAN GENOCIDE organized and active Armenian community, by base closures. whose members contribute and participate in I am proud that the United States has the every aspect of civic life. best trained military in the world. Yet, as a re- HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO Despite the many thriving communities, the scars of genocide remain deeply embedded in sult of this training, over 3,000 sites on former OF ILLINOIS military ranges are contaminated with history and in our conscience. Today we unexploded ordnance, UXO discarded military IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mourn the victims, pay tribute to the survivors, munitions, and munitions constituents. These stand together with all who are committed to Tuesday, April 25, 2006 sites, littered with still-dangerous explosives promoting awareness about the atrocities of genocide, and renew our commitment to pre- and harmful contaminants, pose health and Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to vent future atrocities. Today we remember to safety risks to our communities while pre- pay tribute to the victims of the Armenian never forget. venting the redevelopment of closed bases Genocide. and limiting opportunities for job creation and f Each year on April 24th, the Armenian com- economic growth. By passing the Military COMMEMORATING THE 91ST ANNI- munity and others throughout the world re- Range Legacy Act or including provisions of it VERSARY OF THE ARMENIAN member and solemnly commemorate the 300 in the 2007 National Defense Authorization GENOCIDE Act and providing the necessary funding, we Armenian religious, political, and intellectual can achieve real progress towards making our leaders that were arrested in Constantinople, HON. JOHN J.H. ‘‘JOE’’ SCHWARZ former defense communities safer, healthier, taken to Turkey and murdered. Today marks OF MICHIGAN and more economically secure. the 91st anniversary of the deliberate cam- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f paign of genocide perpetrated by the Ottoman Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Empire in 1915. From 1915–1923, 1.5 million TRIBUTE TO KIMBERLY OLIVER, Mr. SCHWARZ of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I NATIONAL TEACHER OF THE YEAR Armenians were murdered and more than 500,000 were forced from their homeland into rise today to commemorate the 91st anniver- exile. sary of the Armenian genocide, to remember HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN the victims, to recognize the survivors, and to OF MARYLAND Despite the effort of some to minimize the keep the memory of this atrocity fresh and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES scope and deny its occurrence, the Armenian alive. Genocide is a historical fact. In the years The Armenian genocide began April 24, Tuesday, April 25, 2006 since, descendants of Armenian immigrants 1915 with the Ottoman Empire’s campaign to Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to have clung to their identity and have pros- eradicate the Armenian presence within its congratulate my constituent Kimberly Oliver for pered across this nation and throughout the borders. The alarmed American ambassador being named the 2006 National Teacher of the world. In my district, there is a significant pop- at the time protested Ottoman policy and Year. Ms. Oliver, a kindergarten teacher at ulation of Armenian survivors and their fami- wrote to Washington describing what was hap- Broad Acres Elementary School in Silver lies that showed heroic bravery and a will to pening on the ground as a ‘‘campaign of race Spring, Maryland, exemplifies the best of the survive. With faith and courage, generations of extermination.’’ By the time the genocide teaching profession—an innovative instructor ended eight years later it claimed one and a Armenians have overcome great suffering and who inspires her students to reach their full half million souls and forced another half a potential. Today, Ms. Oliver makes history as proudly preserved their culture, traditions, and million Armenians to flee their homes and the first Montgomery County Public School or religion by sharing their story of the genocide. leave their country in order to survive, many Maryland teacher to win this prestigious honor. It is through their unforgettable tragedy that coming to the United States where the com- Ms. Oliver has worked tirelessly, not only as we are able to share in their history and munity would go on to thrive. a teacher but also as a leader outside of the strong heritage. This despicable mass murder, torture, and classroom. Just a few short years ago, Broad Mr. Speaker, it is impossible to imagine an killing of innocents was indeed a genocide; Acres was on the brink of a takeover by the evil more powerful than the massacre and will- that fact can neither be denied nor ignored. It Maryland State Department of Education due ful destruction of a people. By commemorating is outrageous that 91 years later the govern- to low performance by its students. Thanks to ments of the United States and Turkey still the Armenian Genocide, we renew our com- the hard work and dedication of Ms. Oliver refuse to acknowledge this slaughter for what mitment to prevent future atrocities, and there- and other faculty members, staff, and stu- it was. This is shameful in light of the mag- dents, Broad Acres is now a model of school fore we ensure the lessons of the Armenian nitude of suffering the Armenian community reform. Genocide are properly understood and ac- has endured since their victimization and the Oliver was named Montgomery County knowledged. As U.S. efforts to aid victims of subsequent historical denial of their persecu- Teacher of the Year in April 2005 and was se- genocide continue, it is imperative that we pay tion. lected Maryland Teacher of the Year last Oc- tribute to the memory of others who have suf- It is time to act by appropriately condemning tober. She was named one of four finalists for fered and to never forget the past. this horrific event. I join my colleagues from

VerDate Aug 31 2005 05:40 Apr 26, 2006 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25AP8.116 E25APPT1 ycherry on PROD1PC64 with REMARKS April 25, 2006 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E599 the Congressional Caucus on Armenian Ninety-one years ago, there began a vast tory, as evidenced by a book recently sent to Issues in calling upon this administration and human tragedy with the execution of some Congressional offices. the government of Turkey to formally recog- 300 Armenian leaders, professionals and intel- So this is the time for all of us who have nize the Armenian genocide. lectuals. Over the next eight years, a brutal been joining in the commemoration of the Ar- f campaign of genocide against the Armenian menian Genocide to continue to speak out. It 91ST ANNUAL OBSERVANCE OF people was carried out in the Ottoman Empire, is vital and urgent for us to insist that there be THE ARMENIAN GENOCIDE leading to the deaths of over 1.5 million peo- a universal participation in remembering the ple and the deporting of another 500,000. victims. We must say, to those who hesitate, HON. SANDER M. LEVIN Decade after decade there has been a fail- our humanity can settle for nothing less. OF MICHIGAN ure to acknowledge the Armenian genocide. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Today, while there is increased pressure on Tuesday, April 25, 2006 Turkey to acknowledge the facts of history, Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to join my and some new voices have been raised to colleagues in commemorating the 91st annual urge this acknowledgement, there remain ef- observance of the Armenian Genocide. forts to evade this dark chapter in human his-

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