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TURKEY'S IMPORTANT NEW ROLE atrocities inflicted on the Azeris by the Ar­ Kyrgyzstan has 4.4 million people, a 640- menians. Pictures of this appeared in most mile border with China, an official language major American media, including The Post. and alphabet imposed for 70 years from Mos­ HON. JIM MOODY The author never points this out. Nor does cow, development needs uncounted- and a OF WISCONSIN she bother to explain how the Armenian ag­ long-lost friend in the West with whom to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gression into Nakhichevan and Azerbaijan share new dreams. contravenes every principle of international Wednesday, June 24, 1992 "The Turks are our brothers," law and order. She does not mention the out­ Sherimkulov said. " We share the same blood, Mr. MOODY. Mr. Speaker, as many of you cry in the Conference on Security and Co­ the same religion and the same language. know, I have undertaken over the past many operation in Europe, NATO and the Euro­ This is the motherland. It can help us in all months in a series of speeches and "Dear pean Community against it. Indeed, the things." United States, Germany and other world Sherimkulov had come to the Turkish cap­ Colleague" letters to raise issues that I believe powers have repeatedly called upon the Ar­ should be of interest to all who are following ital at the head of an official delegation menian leadership to stop its naked aggres­ looking for aU-in-the-family economic help the unfolding events in and around the former sion against a country unable, at this time, and to enroll bright Kyrgyz students on Soviet Republics of Central Asia. to defend itself. scholarships at Turkish universities. In inde­ Today I would like to share with the House Yet the article seems to condone Arme­ pendence, Kyrgyzstan and its neighbors want two recent items. The first is a letter to the nia's grabbing land by force from a neighbor an alternative to dominance by Russia. Washington Post on June 23, 1992, from Am­ undergoing a difficult political trans­ A pleased if somewhat bemused beneficiary formation, and portrays sympathetically the bassador Nuzhet Kandemir of the Republic of of the collapse of the Soviet Empire, Turkey Armenian militia volunteers occupying is embarked on a full-court press to extend Turkey regarding Turkey's rising concerns Azerbaijan. over the hostilities between Armenia and Azer­ The article also includes, without noting its influence east and west to Turkic lands baijan. Specifically, the Turkish Ambassador their controversial nature, the allegations and communities so long cut off from West­ ern influences. raises several valid criticisms of a recent Post that the Armenians were the subject of geno­ cide under the Ottoman Empire. I have writ­ For decades the eastern flank of NATO, story that ignored the military aggression by Turkey suddenly offers the West the pros­ Armenian forces against Azerbaijan. ten to The Post several times outlining the position of scholars specializing in Ottoman pect of a relatively sturdy bridge eastward to And second, in order to appreciate the con­ studies. These scholars contend that 2 mil­ little-known, volatile, unstable new nations text and to provide background for Turkey's lion Turks and several hundred thousand Ar­ hungry for change. But its spreading of the broad interest in this matter, and in the newly menians fell victim to the Armenian-initi­ gospel of Western political and economic val­ emerging Turkic-speaking nations of Central ated civil war during World War I through ues to the East also improves Turkey's Asia, I am also attaching an article from the famine, epidemics and intercommunal vio­ standing in the West; there this valued lence. For seven decades, the Armenians American ally is seeking membership in the Los Angeles Times of May 19, 1992, entitled European Community. "Turkey Emerges as West's Influential Bridge have chosen to portray that tragedy as unique to them. Now some are attempting to In five Islamic former Soviet republics ex­ to East." portray the Armenian Republic's lust for tending in a long and lonely arc from the I urge Members to consider these two arti­ Azeri lands as somehow justifiable. It is not. Caspian Sea to the Chinese border, there are cles carefully. The United States has a strong NUZHET KANDEMIR, Turkic majorities: Azerbaijan, political, trade and security interest in strength­ Ambassador, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan and ening, and supporting democratic institutions Republic of Turkey. Kyrgyzstan. There is also a 30-percent and government structures in these emerging WASHINGTON. Turkic minority in Tajikistan, where the majority speaks a Persian-related language countries. Largely Muslim and predominantly [From the Los Angeles Times, May 19, 1992] and the Turkish-Iranian struggle for influ­ Turkic-speaking peoples from Bulgaria to TURKEY EMERGES AS WEST'S INFLUENTIAL ence is particularly marked. Kirghizistan and beyond will look to Turkey BRIDGE TO EAST Turkey, a republic sprung from the re­ and the United States for inspiration, or-if we (By William D. Montalbano) mains of the Ottoman Empire, spent decades fail to respond-to the radical and antidemo­ studiously ignoring neighborhood spats. But ANKARA, TURKEY.-lt is an adventuresome, cratic doctrines of fundamentalist, theocratic it emerged as a major allied player in last historic spring for Turkey. The prime min­ year's Gulf War. Since the collapse of com­ regimes like Iran or politico-terrorist states like ister, the national airline, diplomats, busi­ Libya and Syria. munism, it has bulked large in Bulgaria, nessmen, Big Bird and the Cookie Monster where there is a strong Turkish minority, [From the Washington Post, June 23, 1992] have all been dispatched on voyages of explo­ and farther west, where brother Muslims ARMENIA'S "NAKED AGGRESSION" ration to uncharted lands of Central Asia. Turkey is shaking off decades of Cold War look for Turkish support from Albania and It is interesting that the slant of the June aloofness, emerging as a new regional power Bosnia-Herzegovina. 10 news story on the Azeri-Armenian conflict at a volatile and busy international cross­ More than 1,000 Turkish businessmen have was decidedly pro-Armenian. Previous Post roads. set up shop in Romania. Turkish construc­ articles on the conflict were much more bal­ It is testing new muscles in direct competi­ tion teams are building roads, airports and anced, whereas this one was inaccurate to tion with Iran and China for friends and cus­ hospitals from the Persian Gulf north in to the point of misrepresentation. tomers across a broad swath of awakening Russia. Some 3 million Turkish workers live For instance, the bunker that the Arme­ Central Asia. in Western Europe, half of them in Germany. nian militiamen in the story are occupying There are questions about the dollars-and­ Nationalists claim proudly that, counting was not only dug by Azerbaijanis, it lies cents benefits for Turkey. But for a still­ the Central Asians, there are about 140 mil­ within the borders of Azerbaijan-on Mil Hill poor nation sprung from the ruins of an em­ lion Turks, including 15 million in Iran and to be precise. Thus when the " housewife" pire, the new role swells national pride. 13 million in China. Almost 60 million of militiaman says, " It is our land down From the sidelines, the United States and them are in the republics of Central Asia; there," she is reiterating the expansionist Western Europe applaud the growing Turk­ double-locked in remote hinterlands and in policies that brought Armenian forces into ish shadow, which also newly extends into sterile Soviet communism for seven decades, Azerbaijan and keep them there. the Balkans and the Middle East. they are belatedly entering this century. The place names that the author cites­ Medetkan Sherimkulov, agape at the glit­ They are in a hurry to get with the pro­ Nakhichevan, Nagorno-Karabagh, Shusha ter of a swirling hotel lobby here, is a man gram-computers to stereos, jeans to jets. and Khojaly- as having become battle cries, of these new Turkic times. He looks Chinese Who better to lead the way than long-lost "with hundreds dead on both sides and tens but turns out to be the affable chairman of cousins who settled in what is now Turkey of thousands of refugees," all lie within the Supreme Soviet of the Republic of after migrations that began a millennium Azeri territory. I might add that Khojaly and Kyrgyzstan, a poor, remote and newly inde­ ago in those same Asian steppes that are now Shusha were the scenes of indescribable pendent shard of the former Soviet Union. so anxious for development?

• This "bullet" symbol identifies statements or insertions which are not spoken by a Member of the Senate on the floor. Matter set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor. 16144 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 24, 1992 Seen from Central Asian eyes so long for­ vision signals but also provide direct links to lient of Central Asian politicians can be sure bidden to peer beyond Moscow, brawny Tur­ the West for telecommunications, most of that either democracy or free market eco­ key is everything they are not-but might which is now routed through Moscow. nomics will take root. like to be. The U.S. government may sublease time on In the view of the Western powers, that is It is the world's only democratic, secular the current Turkish-controlled satellite cir­ all the more reason Turkey is to be encour­ Muslim state, a dynamic workshop for rapid cuits for its own television programming to aged in playing East. "Instability in that re­ modernization in the context of a booming Central Asia, according to the U.S. embassy gion requires a new and novel approach. Tur­ freemarket economy. here. key is close to the Central Asian states of "The star of history is shining for the Some of the programs on the new Turkish the fotrner Soviet Union, and if Turkey is Turkish people. We do not have pan-Turkic network, which can also be seen throughout not the critical country in the region, then aspirations. But this region is the land of our Western Europe, carry subtitles in the Latin­ it's going to be Iran," French Foreign Min­ forefathers. What is wrong in saying that?" based alphabet that Turkey uses. That, sim­ ister Roland Dumas observed. observed Prime Minister Suleyman Demirel ple as ABC, is part of the competition with Dumas spoke during a meeting of Euro­ during a blueribbon tour of the former So­ Iran. pean Community foreign ministers in Por­ viet, Central Asian republics with govern­ In Soviet times, the Turkic republics tugal earlier this month. The session's ment officials and Turkish businessmen. learned the Cyrillic alphabet to go with their theme was closer ties with Turkey, France As his tour ended recently, Demirel had imported Russian. Now, each of them must and Britain particularly support the emer­ promised S1 billion in food aid and export decide to remain with Russia's Cyrillic, or, gence of Turkey as a regional power. guarantees. At least 10,000 high school and more likely, agree on a new written alpha­ France's President Francois Mitterrand college students from the republics will go to bet. Roman or Arabic. With a flood of sec­ was a recent visitor to Ankara, followed soon school in Turkey at government expense. ondhand Turkish typewriters and new text­ thereafter by British Foreign Secretary Turkish schools, businesses, state corpora­ books reinforcing the Ayrasya broadcasts. Douglas Hurd, who said Britain will use its tions and the Foreign Ministry will train Azerbaijan and Turkmenistan have already upcoming term as EC president to propose a teachers, bankers, accountants and dip­ decided to spell like the Turks. The rest are special relationship with Turkey "com­ lomats. expected to follow suit, with the possible ex­ parable to that between the EC and the Unit­ It will soon be easier, and cheaper, to get ception of Tajikistan. ed States or Japan." in and out of Central Asia from Istanbul "Seventy years is a long time. They don't That is music to Turkish ears. than Moscow-if it isn't already. State­ know anything about the West. Television is A country of 57 million whose per capita owned Turkish Airlines (THY) is busily es­ an open window to our society and values. In income is still less than $3,000 and whose tablishing scheduled service to a suddenly two years, all Turks will understand one an­ international image still suffers a tarnished alluring East that has been a blank spot on other." said Orsel, architect of the $10-mil­ human rights reputation as an aftermath of Turkish maps for centuries. Twice-weekly lion project to launch the satellite trans­ its military rule in the early 1980s, Turkey flights are scheduled to begin this month to mission. desperately wants to be accepted as a full­ Tashkent and Alma-Ata, the capitals of In the 19th Century, agents of European fledged partner in Europe. Uzbekistan and Kazakhstan; THY service powers and Russia vied for influence in The Turkish government, and its support­ will double to four flights a week to Baku, Central Asia in what was known as The ers in Europe, are betting that a giant step the capital of Azerbaijan. Great Game. Today, the key players are re­ east may also ultimately prove the decisive A regional framework of governmental co­ gional: the Iranians, who, like conservative step west for a key country-in-the-middle. operation is also emerging. Demirel recently Saudis, have mostly money and religious or­ urged other Islamic countries to admit the thodoxy to offer the new Islamic republics; new Turkic republics as members of an eco­ Islamic Pakistan; and the two Asian giants­ REPRESENTATIVE LENT nomic cooperative group. Last week, China, and, of course, Russia. ANNOUNCES RETIREMENT Demirel, Iranian President Hashemi Among the contestants, Turkey's blood Rafsanjani and Pakistani leaders attended a ties, and its unique political and economic summit of Central Asian states in the track record in the past decade, give it a leg HON. NORMAN F. LENf Turkmen capital of Ashgabat (formerly up, at least in the Turkish view. OF NEW YORK Ashkabad) to discuss regional issues and ap­ "These people have come out of totali­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES prove construction of a new rail line along tarianism, and after being cut off for dec­ the route of the ancient Silk Road. ades, they want to open to the modern world. Wednesday, June 24, 1992 In June, Demirel will host the foundation Unless they are disappointed in what they Mr. LENT. Mr. Speaker, for the past 22 of the Black Sea Economic Cooperation Re­ find, I don't think they would buy Iranian­ years, it has been my honor and privilege to gion, which will include many of Turkey's type fundamentalism," said Seyfi Tashan, disparate neighbors, including Greece, Rus­ director of the Foreign Policy Institute at serve the residents of Long Island as the Rep­ sia, Armenia and Azerbaijan. In the fall, Hacettepe University here. resentative of the Fourth Congressional Dis­ Demirel will preside at the first Turkic sum­ Indeed, the Central Asian republics, like trict of New York. During that time, I have had mit. Islamic lands in the Balkans, all say their the opportunity to attain positions of leadership "My head is spinning ... I am full of ex­ goal is intergration with the international that allowed me to play an instrumental role in citement," Demirel said as he returned from community as secular and democratic the crafting of our Nation's laws. republics that seemed genuinely glad to see states-just like mother-brother Turkey. So much has changed since I, as a young him. "This Turkish world has opened un­ "We will become a regional power, but a attorney from New York, first arrived here in imaginable opportunities.... The Soviet soft power," Tashan said. "It is not any Union has been dissolved in one sense, but question of becoming a fireman, but of help­ our Nation's Capital. Now a proud grandfather, not in another. The empire has fallen. Noth­ ing to solve regional problems, and teaching I've watched my children grow and mature into ing has replaced it. But what we saw there is our model to the rest of our neighborhood." fine men and women. I've served under five a Turkish world, at least in people's inten­ In the sudden enthusiasm, there are some Presidents and countless other leaders whose tions." cautions voices. Turkish big business is not service has earned them a place in history. Perhaps the most powerful, certainly the as enamored of economic prospects in the The Berlin wall, that symbol of Communist op­ most audacious, of Turkey's calling cards to East as some of the thousands of smaller pression, has been torn down and the people the East is television. The new Ayrasya firms seeking a piece of perhaps distant prof­ of Eastern Europe and the former Soviet channel, beamed by satellite, is accessible to its. Union are struggling to come out from under 96 percent of viewers in Central Asia with ex­ "Integration of the Turkic world is more isting antennas. Transmissions that began psychological than real. The Turkic repub­ the yoke of oppression into the sunshine of this month will provide more than 50 hours lics are not strong economically. They have freedom. a week of broadcast to each of the Central nothing to sell us; their industry is back­ But despite the differences, many of the Asia republics, according to Sedat Orsel, ward and integrated with Russia," said problems we faced then still plague us today. deputy general director of Turkish National Ertugrul Ozkok, editor of the mass circula­ The riots of the 1960's, which seemed such a Television. tion newspaper Hurriyet. "Maybe Turkey is distant memory, have returned to the streets Programming-from Sesame Street news the model not so much because it is Turkey, of Los Angeles. America continues to be de­ to Brazilian soap operas to sports and fea­ but because it is the way west." pendent on foreign sources of oil. Government ture films-will all be in Turkish, a common For all of its public optimism, the Turkish tongue spoken with many variations in the government must also have private reserva­ spending continues to rage out of control, republics. tions about stability of the region. Demirel while the American people continue to be In another two years, Orsel says, Turkish­ had to cancel a stop in Tajikistan because of overburdened by excessive taxation and regu­ owned satellites will not only transmit tele- unrest there. And not even the most ebul- lation. And in all that time, the Democratic June 24, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 16145 Party has controlled the House of Representa­ suited in a world much safer today than it was is granted on a competitive basis to students tives; not one Republican has served as chair­ just a decade ago. who have demonstrated excellence in German man of a House committee or subcommittee But, I guess, that just wouldn't sell news­ studies. Along with the award, recipients are since I arrived 22 years ago. papers or bring in advertising revenues for the given the opportunity to experience Germany A quick look through today's papers will re­ evening news. firsthand. Ms. Carley, along with the other re­ veal several stories about the disdain, distrust The task before Congress has never been cipients, will fly to Stuttgart, Germany, where and anger felt by the American people toward greater. After decades of winning the war of over a 3-week period, the students will visit their Congress, as well as commentaries that ideas waged against the Soviet Empire, it is various automobile, aerospace, and electronic contend that we have lost our way, betrayed time to turn our attention toward winning the facilities, tour Berlin, and live with a host fam­ by ineffective leadership. Allow me to dis­ peace for America and all her people, and to ily to experience everyday life in Germany. agree. Our Government may not win any con­ recognize the responsibility that comes as a In an increasingly interdependent world of test for producing legislation quickly, and it result of our victory. Though we may at times nations, the opportunity for young people to may be true that the quality of our laws is be distracted by scandal and partisan rhetoric, engage in a program like this creates a great sometimes lacking, but I have seen first hand I remain confident that those men and women investment in our future. Ms. Carley, and the the construction of that delicate mosaic known chosen to serve in this body are capable of other selected students, will be given the op­ as compromise, where leaders of differing tackling our common problems, and will exert portunity to gain a better understanding of views have come together, giving a little and their every effort toward ensuring that the Germany and our world as a whole. Our future getting a little, so that society as a whole may America we leave to the care of our children lies with young people like Erika, and I am be bettered. The National Energy Policy (H.R. is as good or better than the one that was left sure her experiences in Germany will be both 776) we recently crafted is an example of the to us. rewarding and memorable. give-and-take this body is capably of achiev­ In closing I want to acknowledge my special I would like to extend my congratulations to ing. gratitude to the finest personal staff any Mem­ all of the recipients of this prestigious award, It has been my privilege to serve in the ber of Congress could have, and to the won­ especially Ms. Carley and her family. I would Congress of the United States and to have derful people who serve on the Republican also like to send my best wishes to Erika in played a small part in achieving compromise staffs of the Energy and Commerce and Mer­ what I am sure will be a promising future, in between the Democratic House and the Re­ chant Marine Committees. These fine people whatever endeavors she pursues. publican administration. And although serving have given me-and my constituents-their in the minority is often exasperating, I believe dedication and loyal service for many years, that in my 22 years, I have been able to make as have those who so ably staff the House HAPPY lOOTH BIRTHDAY TO MRS. a positive contribution. floor. To my wife, Barbara, I give my love for ARLINE R. BROWE However, in recent weeks the vagaries and her guidance, understanding, and patience. uncertainties of the redistricting process have My thanks for their loving support also goes to HON. RONALD K. MACHTLEY caused me to consider my own future. Al­ my stepmother, Pat Lent, and my three chil­ OF RHODE ISLAND though I believe that I would win reelection in dren: Norman, Barbara and Thomas. To my IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES my newly configured district, under either the colleagues, I offer my gratitude and affection plan approved by the Federal court or that for your professionalism and friendship. And to Wednesday, June 24 , 1992 which was enacted by the State legislature, I the voters of Nassau County, who for 30 years Mr. MACHTLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today have nevertheless concluded, after many offered their trust and support, I thank you for to congratulate Mrs. Arline R. Browe of Bristol, hours of soul-searching and consultation with granting me the opportunity to serve in this on the celebration of her 100th birthday. family and friends, that the time has come to Chamber-this Institution-that I love so Mrs. Browe currently resides in the Rhode move on to new challenges and to pursue much. Island Veterans Home as she is a veteran of new goals. A former Speaker of the House, Henry Clay, World War I. During World War I, she served Therefore, I am announcing that I will not once said: as a first class yeoman in the Navy from seek election to a 12th term in Congress. Regardless of what other endeavors we as March 1917 to July 1919. Since being dis­ A change in Congress is healthy, for it pro­ individuals may go on to pursue, election to charged from the Navy, Arline has lived in vides a fresh perspective derived from the ex­ the people's House is the capstone of our ca­ Rhode Island and for a brief period of time perience and expertise of its newest Members. reers. There is no more important calling taught stenography at Childs Business School than serving in the people's House. As for my personal plans, having spent 30 in Newport. In addition to her service to her years-almost half my lifetime-in public serv­ I couldn't have said it better myself. country, Arline has been a devoted wife and ice, I look forward to a new and fulfilling ca­ May God bless the U.S. Congress and the mother. Her son, Gerald, also resides in reer in the private sector. Hopefully, my next people chosen to serve here. Rhode Island. career will not involve 7-day workweeks or the It is a great pleasure for me to join with stress and frustration which can characterize a EXCELLENCE IN GERMAN Arline's many friends and family in wishing her minority Member's life in the House of Rep­ SCHOLARSHIP a very happy birthday with more healthy and resentatives. happy years to come. Although I have found the vast majority of the men and women who serve in the House HON. GEORGEJ. HOCHBRUECKNER to be dedicated, hard working and honest pub­ OF NEW YORK SALUTE TO STANLEY AND lic servants, the sad fact is that Congress is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES BARBARA BROOKS SMOYER currently held in very low esteem by the Amer­ Wednesday, June 24 , 1992 ican people. This would not be true if every­ Mr. HOCHBRUECKNER. Mr. Speaker, HON. DICK ZIMMER one could see the U.S. Congress that I have today I rise to honor the outstanding achieve­ OF NEW JERSEY known. The furor over the House bank ob­ ments of Erika Carley from Sound Beach in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES scures the legislation that ensures cost of liv­ the First Congressional District on Long Is­ ing adjustment for more than 36 million of our land, NY. I am pleased to recognize Ms. Wednesday, June 24, 1992 senior citizens. Worry by some over reserved Carley for being selected as a recipient of the Mr. ZIMMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to parking spaces at National Airport diverts at­ Daimer-Benz "Award of Excellence" for her salute Stanley and Barbara Brooks Smoyer, tention away from the millions of Americans academic honors. distinguished residents of Princeton, NJ. Stan­ who received guaranteed studant loans so Ms. Carley, one of only 80 North American ley and Barbara will be honored by the Na­ that they could obtain a college education. high school students to be honored with this tional Conference of Christians and Jews at its And stories abound on the cost of the House prestigious award, was selected from an appli­ humanitarian awards dinner in Princeton on gymnasium while none are reminding the cant pool of over 260,000 students from 3,092 June 25. The Smoyers are examples of Amer­ American people that the billions of dollars high schools. icans whose entire lives have been dedicated spent to project American military power and The Award of Excellence designed to ex­ to serving their fellow citizens however they to protect American interests abroad have re- press German solidarity with the United States can. 16146 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 24, 1992 Partners for over 50 years, Stanley and Bar­ University, an institution whose mission is to It's also telling that Christenson has asked bara have given of their time and resources to serve the needs of non traditional students. As that contributions to his retirement dinner a wide ranging array of noteworthy causes vice president, Jerry supervised all units of the next Thursday in Bloomington be used for a and organizations. Barbara has been an active university below the level of the president. new scholarship for community college stu­ dents. Called the Chancellor Christenson member of the NAACP Legal Defense Fund, From 1983 to his retirement this year, Jerry Scholarship for Courage, the award is to be the Princeton Youth Fund, the League of has served as chancellor of the Minnesota based on both academic effort and " courage Women Voters, and many other civic organi­ community college system. As the CEO of the in overcoming obstacles to achieving a col­ zations. She was a founding member of Re­ Minnesota community college system, Dr. lege education." cording for the Blind, Friends of Corner Christenson directed the operation of 21 cam­ House, Friends of Princeton Open Space and puses with a total enrollment of over 56,000 Friends of Princeton Recreation. She has students, 4,000 employees, and annual budg­ THE EARTH SUMMIT served as a member of the Princeton Town­ et of $150 million. ship Committee, vice president of the New Early during his tenure as chancellor, Ger­ HON. LEE H. HAMILTON Jersey Federation of Republican Women, and ald Christenson often took the time to share OF INDIANA delegate to the 1972 Republican National his goals. At that time he laid out his vision for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Convention. the future of the community college system. Stanley has served as a member of the Crucial to his plan was an aggressive effort by Wednesday, June 24, 1992 Princeton Joint Civil Rights Commission, a the colleges to reach out and serve those who Mr. HAMIL TON. Mr. Speaker, I would like to board member and honorary trustee of the have not been served in the past. Those ef­ insert my Washington Report for Wednesday, Princeton Area United Way, a member of the forts have been overwhelmingly successful. June 24, 1992, into the CONGRESSIONAL New Jersey Citizens Committee on Municipal Under Gerald Christenson's leadership, enroll­ RECORD: Government, past president of the Princeton ment in the community colleges has increased THE EARTH SUMMIT Republican Club, and trustee and vice-presi­ by 50 percent, the number of minority students Earlier this month the leaders of 178 coun­ dent of the Princeton Area Foundation. Stan­ tripled and services to nontraditional students tries attended the Earth Summit in Rio de ley and Barbara have been honored in the were vastly expanded. Janeiro, Brazil to address the environmental past as Princeton Citizens of the Year and by Dr. Gerald Christenson has left a lasting challenges facing the world today. The Earth the Mercer County Republican Committee as mark on Minnesota with his leadership. Summit covered a range of issues, including honored Republicans of the Year. We now Through his efforts, access to and the quality global environmental degradation, cost-shar­ of Minnesota education has been increased. ing for environmental protection, and strate­ honor the Smoyers for their dedication to the gies for sustainable economic growth, espe­ crucial mission of the National Conference of This legacy is not his only legacy. Dr. Gerald cially in poor countries. The conference, the Christians and Jews. The humanitarian Christenson's commitment to improving the largest gathering of national leaders in his­ awards which they will receive are a fitting quality of life in Minnesota is now being car­ tory, focused new international attention on tribute to these two people who have exerted ried forward by the Christenson family, includ­ environmental problems, but it also showed so much effort to eliminate prejudice and dis­ ing two who have served in my office as in­ the difficulty of arriving at consensus on so­ crimination. terns and have gone on to serve as profes­ lutions. Mr. Speaker, we can all learn something sionals in state and local government service. THE CHALLENGES from the Smoyers about fighting the prejudice Their accomplishments today and tomorrow Over the last 20 years, the world's popu­ and discrimination in our society. Having will continue to reflect the significant legacy of lation has increased 66 percent, to 5.3 billion, known Stanley and Barbara for many years Dr. Gerald Christenson and his wonderful while economic output has nearly doubled. and having had a chance to witness many of spouse, Pearl, a strong source of support and This has placed enormous strains on the en­ inspiration. vironment. Every country today faces prob­ their contributions firsthand, I would like to ex­ lems with air, water, and ground pollution. tend my personal congratulations to the I would call my colleagues attention to a re­ Ozone depletion and global warming may Smoyers and encourage others to follow their cent editorial in the Minneapolis Star Tribune pose widespread public health risks. Some fine example. in recognition of Gerald Christenson. scientists fear the extinction of perhaps a [From the Minneapolis Star Tribune, May 29, quarter of the world's plant and animal spe­ 1992] cies in the next 50 years, which could affect TRIBUTE TO DR. GERALD IN PRAISE OF GERALD CHRISTENSON the quality of human life. CHRISTENSON Industrialized countries have taken steps Community College Chancellor Gerald to improve environmental quality within Christenson, who will retire next month, and directly across borders. However, they stands out among public servants on several HON. BRUCE F. VENTO have been reluctant to confront global envi­ OF MINNESOTA scores. He's able, so much so that he's held ronmental problems even though they use high posts in state and federal government IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES most of the world's resources and are respon­ for much of his adult life. Yet he never lost Wednesday , June 24, 1992 the common tough of a Litchfield gas station sible for most of its pollution. Developing countries face different challenges. Many Mr. VENTO. Mr. Speaker, I would like to manager's son-and never flagged in his ef­ have emphasized economic development to forts to better the lives of ordinary Minneso­ bring to my colleagues attention the retirement tans. meet the needs of their fast-growing popu­ of a dedicated public official and friend in Min­ Christenson's resume is long enough for lations. They often argue that environ­ nesota. Gerald Christenson has committed his several lifetimes. He's been legislative audi­ mental protection is a luxury they cannot career to bettering the lives of Minnesotans for tor, a state university vice president, a top afford. legislative and congressional aide, state A central issue during the Earth Summit nearly four decades. From his early career as was how to pay for the environmental prob­ a high school teacher through his tenure as planning director, state finance commis­ sioner, a federal youth program director and lems caused by industrialization. Developing the chancellor of the Minnesota community countries want rich countries to provide gen­ college system, Jerry has been a tireless ad­ a high school teacher and administrator. That was all before becoming community erous financial and technical assistance for vocate for improving education and edu­ college chancellor in 1983, at age 53, and lead­ their efforts to protect the environment. Ad­ cational opportunities for all citizens. Among ing that system to a 50-percent enrollment vanced industrial countries say they cannot the positions that Gerry has served are State growth by throwing its doors open to non­ afford what developing countries say is need­ planning director, commissioner of finance, traditional students, notably to older stu­ ed and they want to retain influence over how any assistance is distributed. and administrative assistant to my prede­ dents trying to escape poverty. cessor, Congressman Karth. It's telling that Christenson's imprint CONFERENCE OUTCOME It was in the field of education, after a 5- ranges from the complexity of the 1971 over­ The conference produced several important year stint as State planning director, that Jerry haul of state and local financial relation­ results. First, the Convention on Biological ships to the refreshingly simple " try college Diversity requires nations to inventory made his greatest contribution, putting to prac­ free" program, funded by the Alliss Edu­ plants and wildlife and develop plans to pro­ tice his forward-looking concepts about Min­ cational Foundation, that lets Minnesotans tect endangered species. Countries must also nesota's policy path. From 1975 to 1979, Jerry without a degree and over age 25 take one share research, profits, and technology with served as vice president of Metropolitan State community college course at no cost. nations whose " genetic resources" they use. June 24, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 16147 President Bush decided not to sign this con­ that will over time strengthen their econo­ The truth is, minority and female workers vention despite widespread support. He said mies, create jobs and sustain valuable re­ have entered the construction industry in in­ that the treaty failed to provide adequate sources. The U.S. tends to view the environ­ creasing numbers over the past fifteen years. protection for the discoveries of U.S. bio­ mental protection measures as a threat to Because they are often the newest members technology companies. jobs. of the industry, they are particularly vulner­ Second, a global climate treaty rec­ The Rio conference showed that no other able to wage-cutting practices the Davis­ ommends reducing emissions of "greenhouse country is willing to take aggressive steps Bacon Act is designed to prohibit. Norman gases," such as carbon dioxide and methane, without top-level U.S. participation. It Hill, president of the A. Philip Itandolph In­ that are thought to be responsible for global showed that international action on the en­ stitute, has characterized women and minor­ warming. The U.S. signed the treaty but vironment is likely to succeed when the U.S. ity workers as "particularly vulnerable to only after target dates for reducing carbon strongly backs it but founder when we op­ exploitation such as the Davis-Bacon Act of dioxide emissions were deleted. pose it or sit on the sidelines. Yet, the con­ 1931 is designed to prohibit." Third, the conferees signed several non­ sequence of abdicating leadership on an With all due respect to the Wall Street binding resolutions, including a set of prin­ international issue is that one loses influ­ Journal, there are distinguished African­ ciples for environmentally sustainable eco­ ence over decision-making. If we fail to exer­ American Members of Congress who strongly nomic development; "Agenda 21," a detailed cise vigorous leadership, others will make support the Davis-Bacon Act. Representa­ action plan that covered all of the environ­ decisions for us, on the environment and on tives Bill Clay (D-Mo) has aptly described mental issues considered during the summit; other issues of vital interest to us. the protections all workers-regardless of and a statement on reducing destruction of race-derive from the Davis-Bacon Act when world forests. The conferees also established he stated that, "The average non-union con­ a commission on sustainable development to DAVIS-BACON NEVER MET JIM struction worker subject to the Davis-Bacon monitor implementation of and financing for CROW-IF THEY HAD, THEY Act earns $14,000 a year. The average union the summit's decisions. WOULDN'T HAVE BEEN FRIENDS worker earns $17,000 a year under the Davis­ Fourth, wealthier countries pledged new Bacon Act. It is not just morally reprehen­ aid to assist developing countries with envi­ sible, but logically ludicrous, to believe that ronmental protection, though not on the HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS reducing these meager incomes of construc­ scale sought by some. Japan promised to OF NEW YORK tion workers even further will somehow re­ give S7 billion over five years, a 50-percent IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES duce the budget deficit. [Repeal of the Davis­ increase over current levels. The U.S. al­ Bacon Act] will undoubtedly have the effect ready provides about $500 million a year in Wednesday, June 24, 1992 of increasing the profits of a few employers, environmental aid, and plans to increase Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I want to alert but it does so at the expense of both workers that figure to around $700 million. The Euro­ my colleagues to an editorial which appeared and taxpayers." Former Congressman Parren Mitchell (D­ pean Community pledged S4 billion over sev­ in the May 22 edition of the Wall Street Jour­ eral years. MD) observed that "I have served on the nal. The editorial diminished the import and ANALYSIS House Small Business Committee for 15 need for the Davis-Bacon Act. The act has years, and I have chaired the subcommittee The summit's achievements were few and been a boon to historically disadvantaged mi­ that dealt with minority business for the fell short of the original goals. Major finan­ norities and women discriminat~d against in last five years. In that total of 15 years, I cial pledges were not made, and tough envi­ the construction industry. There are efforts un­ have never received one single complaint ronmental controls were not imposed. Criti­ from any minority business with regard to cal issues like drought, water pollution, and derway to repeal Davis-Bacon. I felt compelled to offer a rebuttal to the editorial based upon Davis-Bacon, not one. I hear about them in population control were largely neglected. terms of capital; I hear about them in terms The principal organizer of the meeting called its misguided premises and erroneous conclu­ of everything else, but I have not received the outcome "an agreement without suffi­ sions. The editorial espoused an opinion that one complaint from a single minority busi­ cient commitment." No one would claim the Davis-Bacon Act serves as a disincentive ness with regard to Davis-Bacon." that this summit put the world on the path to construction companies to hire and train mi­ There are numerous shocking examples of to sustainable development. norities. It was also argued that this program the exploitation of minority workers even in Even so, the meeting marked the emer­ was formulated by Jim Crow proponents to the face of Davis-Bacon violations. Typical gence of the environment as a key inter­ is one situation described by a Department national policy issue. The summit stirred de­ economically oppress minorities and women. I encourage my colleagues to review the act of Labor official involving an "Arkansas con­ bate on problems that have not gotten much tractor ... found owing over $7,000 in back attention before. While the summit may not and uphold the banner of equity by thwarting wages to employees. Payrolls were falsified make a major difference in the short term, it all efforts to overturn this statute. The follow­ to show compliance . . . The employees were may set some strong forces in motion, and ing is my response to the Wall Street Journal: all black and are another example of a group may change the way the world approaches On May 22, 1992, The Wall Street Journal exploited by an unscrupulous employer." economic growth and the environment. It published an editorial entitled "Davis-Bacon Just like the Wall Street Journal, many demonstrated that the world's governments Meets Jim Crow", which called for the repeal opponents of the Davis-Bacon Act attempt to must work together to deal effectively with of the Davis-Bacon Act because it supposedly characterize the issue in the context of environmental concerns. Moreover, I think discriminates against minorities and women union versus non-union workers, and argue the summit give just a glimpse of how global the statute's only supporter is organized diplomacy can work now that the Cold War seeking employment in the construction in­ dustry. The contention is totally wrong. labor. This is clearly not true. Non-union is over. It showed that the U.N. remains the Today, minorities and women are threat­ workers are perhaps in greater need of this key international institution for addressing ened with the loss of many of the economic protection because they cannot turn to a transnational challenges. and social gains realized in previous decades. union for protection. African-Americans, AMERICA'S ROLE Ironically, those who lead this assault in­ Hispanic, Native American and other minor­ The President is correct when he says that variably seek to justify their actions by ity workers, as well as women and young the U.S. has done much to clean up its air claiming to act in the interest of the minori­ workers especially need the Davis-Bacon and water and protect endangered· species. It ties and women who will be most harmed. In Act. For this reason the NAACP, the Na­ has traditionally set the standard for envi­ truth, the attack on minority and female ad­ tional Women's Political Caucus, the Navaho ronmental protection. At the summit the vancement is rooted solely in economic self­ Tribal Council, and the Mexican-American U.S. and other industrialized countries made interest. The assault on the Davis-Bacon Act Unity Council have all endorsed the Davis­ the legitimate argument that environmental is a case in point. Bacon Act. treaties should not give the poor countries The editorial calls for the repeal of a law The Wall Street Journal's perspective on the right to determine how much money in­ which protects the wages of all construction history is equally as flawed as its feeble ef­ dustrialized countries should contribute to workers, including minorities and women. forts to address the concerns of minorities environmental protection and how assist­ The Journal editorial attempts to justify re­ and women. Senator James Davis was Sec­ ance should be distributed. peal of Davis-Bacon by asserting that reduc­ retary of Labor during the presidential ad­ Yet, the Bush Administration's foot-drag­ ing the wages of minority and female work­ m.inistrations of Harding, Coolidge, and Hoo­ ging in Rio allowed other major industrial ers is somehow in their interests. The edi­ ver. In 1930, he was elected to the Senate as countries to take the lead and to upstage it torial proceeds to claim that the "costs" of a Republican from Pennsylvania. Congress­ with stronger environmental commitments. Davis-Bacon hurt inner-cities the most be­ man Robert Bacon was a Republican from The U.S. found itself isolated and forfeited cause they prohibit contractors from em­ upstate New York. And the Davis-Bacon Act its leadership role. Europe and Japan view ploying local workers who need to learn job was signed into law by President Hoover on protecting the environment as a challenge skills. March 3, 1931. The success of Davis-Bacon in 16148 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 24, 1992 protecting workers from discriminatory cilities are inherently unequal, thus effectively In 1986, Contract Freighters, Inc.'s export practices constitutes a strong rationale for denying the legal basis for segregation in 21 revenues were $4.6 million and accounted for its continued existence. States with segregated school rooms and 6.37 percent of total revenues. In 1990, export Given former President Reagan's anti­ starting a revolution in the legal status of Afri­ revenues were $27.6 million and accounted union philosophy, even he, the standard bearer of conservative ideals had no qualms can Americans that continues to this day. Es­ for 23.24 percent of total revenues. In 1991, with Davis-Bacon, and did not support repeal tablishing the Monroe School as a national export revenues were $30 million and ac­ of the law. If he offered no dissent, it is hard historic site will help all Americans to under­ counted for 22.35 percent of total revenues. to fathom how anyone could draw a correla­ stand the integral role of the Brown case in Everyday, Contract Freighters, Inc. has over tion between a law enacted to uphold work­ the civil rights movement. 900 trailers in Mexico, serving United States, ers' rights, and racist Jim Crow policies Monroe School was designated as a na­ Canadian, and Mexico customers with top which abrogated individuals' rights. To sug­ tional historic landmark in November, 1991. quality service transported on all air-ride sus­ gest that the law is a product of "Jim Crow" That designation placed the school on the Na­ pension trailers· to protect a customer's valu­ racists is unfair and completely inaccurate. tional Register of Historic Places and made it The Wall Street Journal's concern for the able freight. employment opportunities of minorities and possible for the N PS to conduct a study to de­ During this time of economic uncertainty, we women is inconsistent and hypocritical. termine the school's eligibility for inclusion in can all be proud of the remarkable achieve­ Where was comparable concern when the the National Park System. National historic ments of Contract Freighters, Inc. Contract publication published more than one-half landmarks are afforded some protection but Freighters, Inc. helps our American manufac­ dozen editorials opposing the civil rights are not directly maintained or administered by turers to be competitive in the global market­ bills of 1990 and 1991; combined with consist­ the NPS. place by transporting made in America prod­ ently negative coverage of the proposed leg­ I commend my colleagues, Representative ucts into the heart of Canada and Mexico. I islation? I believe the Wall Street Journal DAN GLICKMAN and Representative JAN MEY­ should be forthright and declare its real in­ am confident that Contract Freighters, Inc. will ERS, for joining me as original cosponsors of continue to be trail blazers and innovators by tentions regarding proposals involving re­ this bill and wish to acknowledge the Brown peal of the Davis-Bacon Act. Expressing the providing service to where U.S. products need opinion that the law is rooted in racist phi­ Foundation and Cheryl Brown Henderson for to contract freighters. losophy and impairs contractor's abilities to their work on this project. This legislation was hire local workers is a gross misrepresenta­ also introduced today by Senators BOB DOLE tion of fact. and NANCY KASSEBAUM in the Senate. FREEDOM FROM GOVERNMENT The decision to run the editorial exceeded Monroe School stands as a physical re­ COMPETITION the boundaries of reason. The editorial minder of one of the most important court disserved the framers of the Davis-Bacon cases in our Nation's history. It should be pre­ Act, minorities alleged to be aggrieved by served and developed as a monument to HON. JOHN J. DUNCAN, JR. the restrictive designs of the law, and ulti­ progress in the area of civil rights and as a OF TENNESSEE mately the many readers of the publication IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES who give credence to the veracity of edi­ constant reminder of how much remains to be torials opinions that appear in the publica­ done. I urge my colleagues to join me as co­ Wednesday, June 24, 1992 sponsors in this effort. tion. The issue, and the readers of the paper Mr. DUNCAN. Mr. Speaker, on March 11, I deserved better. introduced H.R. 4430, the Freedom from Gov­ Edolphus "Ed" Towns (D-NY) represents ernment Competition Act. This bill is designed the Eleventh Congressional District, and is to encourage the Federal Government to use chairman of the Congressional Black Caucus. CONTRACT FREIGHTERS, INC. RE- private contractors whenever possible and to CEIVES PRESIDENT'S "E" discourage Government agencies from per­ AWARD FOR EXCELLENCE forming activities that are commercial in na­ diVIL RIGHTS IN EDUCATION: ture. It is a bill which attempts to help small BROWN VERSUS BOARD OF EDU­ businesses which are being greatly harmed by CATION NATIONAL HISTORIC HON. MEL HANCOCK competition from our own Federal Govern­ SITE ACT OF 1992 OF MISSOURI ment. This bill has since been cosponsored by IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES more than 30 of our colleagues from both Wednesday, June 24, 1992 sides of the aisle. HON. JIM SLATTERY Recently, syndicated columnist George Will OF KANSAS Mr. HANCOCK. Mr. Speaker, today I rise wrote a particularly insightful commentary on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and bring to the attention of my colleagues the the subject of privatization. He noted that the remarkable achievement of Contract Freight­ Wednesday, June 24, 1992 process of relying on the private sector for ers, Inc., of Joplin, MO, who today received goods and services that have previously been Mr. SLATTERY. Mr. Speaker, I am honored the President's "E" Award for Excellence. provided by Government has become a rou­ to introduce a bill which would authorize the Contract Freighters is the first and only truck­ tine policy option. National Park Service [NPS] to establish ana­ ing company to receive the "E" award that is While that may be true at the State and tional historic site commemorating civil rights given to companies that provide outstanding local level, Congress has been slow to grasp in education, and in particular, highlighting the creative marketing and promotional services the privatization option for Federal activities. significance of the 1954 landmark U.S. Su­ made available to, and used by, exporters in There are thousands of Federal employees preme Court case, Brown versus Board of the development and expansion of export mar­ engaged in hundreds of Federal activities that Education. kets. Only 42 companies qualified for an "E" are commercial in nature. Regrettably, there is The legislation would authorize the NPS to award in 1991. no active governmentwide system in place purchase the Monroe Elementary School, lo­ Glenn Brown, president of Contract Freight­ today to review these activities for potential cated in Topeka, KS, and operate it as a na­ ers, Inc., received the award today from our transfer to the private sector. tional historic site. Monroe School, which is no distinguished colleague, the senior Senator I commend Mr. Will's column from the June longer being used by the Topeka school dis­ from the State of Missouri, Senator JOHN DAN­ 14 edition of the Washington Post to the atten­ trict, gained historic significance during the FORTH, the ranking Republican on the Sen­ tion of my colleagues and invite additional co­ landmark Brown versus Board of Education ate's Commerce, Science, and Transportation sponsors to H.R. 4430. school desegregation case. Linda Brown, the Committee, who presented the award on be­ [From the Washington Post, June 14, 1992] plaintiff in the case, was forced to attend Mon­ half of President George Bush. TuRN TOWARD THE PRIVATE SECTOR roe, which at the time was an all-black school, To qualify for an "E" award, a company (By George F. Will) instead of Sumner School, which was located must demonstrate a substantial increase in the closer to her home but had all-white enroll­ volume of exports over a 4 year period. Those Selling the Brooklyn Bridge no longer seems like such a joke, not with serious pub­ ment. exports should constitute a significant portion lic officials interested in selling, and sophis­ The purpose of the site will be to interpret of total sales and/or be materially in excess of ticated investors interested in buying or the nationally significant events associated the industry's average. A company should also leasing such things as Los Angeles Inter­ with the Brown case, in which the Supreme demonstrate breakthroughs in especially com­ national Airport and the Massachusetts Court concluded that separate educational fa- petitive markets or open new markets. Turnpike. Privatization-of bridges, tunnels,

• • • • I • • •--' • - • • • -- • I • June 24, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 16149 water systems, prisons, sanitation services, ing democracy." Her reasoning, which other; today, it is possible to speak of a world bus systems, the towing of abandoned vehi­ echoed America's Founders, was that social community free of the ideological tensions that cles, janitorial services in public buildings stability and prudence are enhanced when have divided East from West. and much more-is now a routine policy op­ more and more people have a tangible stake tion rather than.a libertarian's fantasy. in the system. For the amateur athletes of this country and Los Angeles, which operates four airports, Her use of privatization to nurture demo­ of the world, the World University Games will may not do what Britain did in 1987 with its cratic virtue included selling many state­ present an opportunity not only to compete major airports; sell them. New Jersey and owned industries-British Petroleum, British against the best athletes in the region, or in Maryland may not privatize Newark and Bal­ Aerospace, British Gas, British Airways, the country, but to compete against the best timore-Washington airports, and Massachu­ Jaguar, Rolls-Royce, the national telephone athletes in the world. There is no greater chal­ setts may not encourage the American network, electricity and water authorities, lenge. Trucking Association's interest in buying among others. State-owned British Steel was The purpose of this legislation is not only to costing taxpayers a billion pounds a year. By the Massachusetts Turnpike. But all these commemorate the 1993 World University plausible ideas have been discussed and are 1989-90, it was private and made 733 million not novel in a world in which $49 billion pounds. Games and all that it represents, but also to worth of state-owned assets were privatized The sale of shares in previously state­ raise money to support this kind of inter­ in 1991 alone. owned enterprises is one reason for this em­ national amateur athletic competition. Pro­ The 14-mile toll road now being privately blematic fact: During Thatcher's years, the ceeds from the sale of the coin would help un­ built between Dulles Airport and Leesburg in number of British people owning shares in derwrite the cost of sponsoring the games. I Northern Virginia is in the American tradi­ industries surpassed the number of trade would therefore urge my colleagues to support tion. Prior to 1800, nearly two-thirds of all union members. Another emblem of her suc­ the games by cosponsoring this legislation. cess was an eruption of colors: the front corporations founded in America were for The text of the bill follows: building private toll roads. Between 1800 and doors of now-privately owned homes were 1830, private investors powered the construc­ painted by owners interested in maintenance and individuality. tion of 10,000 miles of turnpikes. Relative to TRIBUTE TO EVELYN DUBROW the economy of those years, that was a con­ In America, privatization is part of our struction effort larger than the Interstate tradition of institutional diversity. Concern Highway System. about government's cost and competence has HON. MERVYN M. DYMALLY Today there are four entwined reasons for vastly expanded the range of policies that are discussable. That is the good news amid OF CALIFORNIA privatizing what have been government ac­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tivities: to raise cash, to improve the per­ the welter of bad news about government. formance of government generally, to im­ Wednesday, June 24, 1992 prove the performance of the particular in­ Mr. DYMALLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay stitutions and to improve the citizenry. THE WORLD UNIVERSITY GAMES What government could not use an infu­ COMMEMORATIVE COIN ACT tribute to one of the great torch bearers of the sion of cash from the sale of assets? What liberal tradition in America-Evelyn Dubrow. government might not work better if it con­ HON. JOHN J. LaFALCE The June 27 National Convention Banquet of centrated on fewer tasks? Allowing private Americans for Democratic Action [ADA] will investors to own and charge tolls on roads, OF NEW YORK highlight the contributions of Evy Dubrow bridges and tunnels cuts public maintenance IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES whom ADA has called America's most inde­ costs and infrastructure investment needs Wednesday, June 24, 1992 fatigable lobbyist for the labor and liberal and puts those assets on the tax rolls. agenda. Indefatigable she has indeed been for Yale, which lost its previous president to Mr. LAFALCE. Mr. Speaker, today I, and major league baseball, is losing its current other members of the western New York dele­ more than half a century going back to her president to entrepreneur Chris Whittle's gation, are introducing legislation authorizing World War II era activities, first as a journalist Edison Project. It envisions creating private, the Treasury to strike a coin to commemorate and then as an official of the New Jersey Tex­ for profit primary and secondary schools for the World University Games, which will be tile Workers Union of America. She has a life­ 100,000 pupils by 1996, and for millions even­ held in Buffalo in July 1993. long commitment to the people who toil in the tually. The public education lobby is as ap­ Buffalo and the United States are honored workshops to produce the clothing most Amer­ palled about this as any sclerotic semi-mo­ to be hosting this very important and pres­ icans wear. She has been on the frontlines nopoly would be about the appearance of fighting for their rights as a lobbyist for the competition, but Whittle is just one facet of tigious athletic event. The World University the turn toward the private sector. Games are second in importance only to the International Lady Garment Workers Union Baltimore is contracting with a Minneapo­ Olympics in international amateur athletic [ILGWU]. But her arc of concern stretches lis firm to run nine of Baltimore's 159 public competition, and are expected to draw the much further to embrace all who need a schools. The venture will cost the city no participation of 121 nations and over 7,000 champion in the corridors of power. more than what was being spent on those athletes. The games date back to 1923, but It is fitting that the ADA honor Evy who was schools anyway ($26.1 million), but the pri­ this will be the first time that the games will be one of the organization's founders, its director vate firm expects to make a profit and im­ held in the United States. I am delighted that of organizations and State director of its pow­ prove pupil performance. erful New York chapter. Evy Dubrow has been Michael Barone, author of The Almanac of Buffalo was chosen to be the first American American Politics, notes that New York city to host these games. a mentor to several generations of liberal ac­ City's Catholic schools, with their central For the United States, the World University tivists, a legendary figure who helped to shape bureaucracy of 35 people, are out-performing Games will be an opportunity to host thou­ and push forward progressive legislation, and the public schools with their 20,000 central sands of visitors from around the globe, to to rally opposition to those who would turn bureaucrats, and he predicts that much of share with them the culture, cuisine, and good back the clock of social progress in this coun­ the politics of the 1990s will be struggles "to will of the citizens of New York and the United try. A recital of some of the awards and cita­ reform those parts of the public sector that States, and to show the world the beauty of tions she has received attests to the breadth patently aren't functioning." western New York. of her concerns and of the people whose lives A pioneer of such politics was Margaret For the world, these games are an expres­ Thatcher. More than two-thirds of the indus­ she has affected. trial assets owned by the British state when sion of good will among all people. The games The Opportunities Industrialization Centers she became prime minister in 1979 have been continue a long heritage associated with ama­ of America [OIC] awarded her its Legislative sold or are scheduled for sale. The govern­ teur sports competition-the heritage of Government Award. Evy's contribution to con­ ment has netted 33 billion pounds, and 900,000 peaceful competition and cooperation that had sumers rights have been recognized by the public jobs have become private. its beginnings in ancient Greece. The World National Consumers League which gave her When Thatcher sold a million publicly University Games, which originated as sepa­ its Trumpeter Award complementing her re­ owned houses, thereby raising the house­ rate Western and Eastern European contests, ceipt of the first annual New York Consumer owning percentage of the population from 52 to 66, her primary purpose was not the slim­ today is a unified international event. The Assembly Award. The Consumer Federation ming of the stats (although that was a suffi­ games therefore symbolize the end of the cold of America conferred upon her its Distin­ cient reason for doing it). She wanted to im­ war and the advent of a more peaceful world. guished Service Award for "outstanding work prove the policy by broadening and deepen­ In the early 1980's, the Olympics was boy­ on behalf of elderly citizens." The Hispanic ing Britain's character as a "property-own- cotted first by one superpower and then the Labor Committee cited her "for promoting full 16150 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 24, 1992 potentiality to working people." The list goes sciences. Now the House Science, Space, Witnesses at Boipatong claim that Zulu su~ on and on. It includes awards from the Wom­ and Technology Committee is considering this porters of the lnkatha Freedom Party, who en's Equity Action League, the Women in bill. I urge my colleagues on this committee to were working with the South African police, Government Relations, the Women's Legal act quickly so that the full House will be able were responsible for the massacre. Rivalry be­ Defense Fund, the Girl's Clubs of America, the to vote on this important measure soon. tween the lnkatha Party and the African Na­ National Urban Coalition, the National Farm­ We in Congress also recognize the sac­ tional Congress [ANC] is not new; it is long­ er's Union, the National Council of Jewish rifices that the millions of professional and vol­ standing, and increasingly, deadly. The Gov­ Women, the United National Association of the unteer firefighters make each year. Seven ernment of South Africa has admitted secretly United States of America, the ILGWU Florida years ago, I introduced legislation declaring financing lnkatha in the past, though it denies Retirees Clubs. This year she received the October 8 National Firefighters' Day. Fortu­ allegations that it uses lnkatha to foment vio­ Ellis Island Medal of Honor. nately, we have had the support in Congress lence in the townships. Evy's clout has been recognized by the La­ to establish National Firefighters' Day every As a result of the Boipatong massacre, the dies' Home Journal which in 1971 listed her year since. Dedicating this day is a first step negotiations between the ANC and the Gov­ as one of America's 75 most important toward making the public aware of the sac­ ernment toward a compromise that will trans­ women. The Washington Business Review in rifices of firefighters, and toward promoting fire form South Africa have been halted by the its June 21, 1982, issue named her one of safety in Wisconsin and throughout the Nation. ANC until the Government meets a set of con­ Washington's top 10 lobbyists. The Washing­ This special day also helps folks realize that ditions that will help to restore trust. The ANC ton Dossier Magazine in January 1985 named fire men and women do much more than fight called on the Government to disband the spe­ Evy one of Washington's "Mighty 50Q-1984's flames. As our Nation's defense against natu­ cial police units, prosecute the state security Potentates of Power and Influence." ral disaster and chaos, firefighters rescue personnel involved in violence, phase out I am proud to add my homage to this re­ workers trapped in collapsed mines, fire­ workers' hostels, many of which are seen as markable woman by entering these remarks fighters save people from floods, and their am­ military bases for lnkatha, and ban the carry­ into the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. I am sure bulance teams provide medical attention to ing of cultural weapons favored by Zulus. The that all of my colleagues regardless of their people injured on our highways. Most recently, Government must do all it can to restore trust. political philosophy will join me in saluting one the riots in Los Angeles emphasized the im­ The ANC's demands are not unreasonable; it of the most dedicated Americans of our time­ portance of firefighters in our society. Los An­ asks that the conditions set over a year ago Evelyn Dubrow. geles' firefighters battled over 600 fires and for beginning the talks be implemented. Res­ risked their lives for days to help save homes toration of trust is essential if the talks are to and businesses from the ravages of arsonists. resume; the alternative is further, vastly esca­ A SALUTE TO FIREFIGHTERS I was shocked and disgusted to learn that the lated violence. lives of these brave men and women were not No one wants to see South Africa degen­ HON. LFS ASPIN only threatened by fires, but also by looters erate into civil war. Nelson Mandela and Presi­ OF WISCONSIN and gang members who attacked them. These dent de Klerk do not want to see South Africa IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES criminals must be brought to justice. degenerate into civil war. But as the New York Wednesday, June 24, 1992 Firefighters are dedicated public servants Times noted in a June 22 article, neither who are committed to helping their neighbors Mandela nor de Klerk fully control their fol­ Mr. ASPIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay and their friends in times of need. They are lowers; nor do they accept full responsibility tribute to Wisconsin's firefighters and all the also the leaders in our communities, civic or­ for the things done in their names, As a result, firefighters in our Nation. ganizations, and places of worship. They are the violence continues. All of us have either witnessed or personally great role models for our kids. Our firefighters This latest turn of events in South Africa is experienced the devastation of fire. But no make our towns and cities a true community. tragic. President de Klerk has hinted that he one knows better than our firefighters how For all of their courage, their strength, their might reimpose a state of emergency, which dangerous, unpredictable, and devastating fire selflessness, and their dedication, I thank was a key concession that allowed the talks can be. Every year, we lose $10 billion in each and every one of them. with the ANC to begin. Reimposition of a state property to fires-homes that people have of emergency could doom those talks. worked hard to build, pets, and family pictures It is not clear that the gulf between the ANC and heirlooms that can never be replaced. VIOLENCE IN SOUTH AFRICA and the Government of South Africa can be Most tragically, we lose 6,000 men, women, breached. Until mid-May, the talks glossed and children to fires each year. If it weren't for HON. BARBARA B. KENNELLY over the fundamental differences separating our firefighters we would lose tens of thou­ OF CONNECTICUT the parties-a desire for power-sharing that sands more lives. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES would allow veto power for the white minority Firefighters have one of the most dangerous versus majority rule whereby the party winning jobs in our Nation. Every time they go into a Wednesday, June 24, 1992 the elections governs the country. Perhaps fire to save someone they risk their lives. But Mrs. KENNELLY. Mr. Speaker, I want to ex­ what President de Klerk wants is to co-opt the we citizens, who live and work in our commu­ press my deep dismay about the deteriorating ANC into a transition government where they nities, can reduce that risk by following fire situation in South Africa. The June 18 mas­ would share the responsibility for government, safety regulations in our schools, our work­ sacre of at least 40 people in the Boipatong but not fully share the power-an "interim ar­ places, and our homes. If we can get all township outside Johannesburg, was the worst rangement that could become interminable," Americans to fully understand the tragic con­ single incident of township violence since Jan­ as the New York Times calls it. sequences of fires they would take fire safety uary 1991 when 38 mourners were killed dur­ But regardless of these fundamental dif­ rules more seriously. After all, it's a lot easier ing a funeral vigil in Sebokeng. The death toll ferences, nothing can be accomplished toward to prevent a fire than to control a fire once it in township violence over the last 9 days has a solution to South Africa's trauma if the par­ starts. soared to over 120. ties are not talking. The violence must end. Congress is beginning to understand the im­ What makes last week's incident particularly Blacks must stop killing blacks, White security portance of fire prevention. Just last week, the appalling is its indiscriminate quality. Those police must stop killing blacks. Any Govern­ House Banking Committee approved the Ben­ killed were not political rivals, as in the ment complicity or incitement to violence must jamin Franklin Memorial Fire Service Bill of Sebokeng massacre-they were in the wrong end. Rights of which I am a cosponsor. This meas­ place at the wrong time. Sad to say, even Secretary of State Baker has called for a re­ ure would use the profits from the sale of sil­ when assailants in township violence are sumption of negotiations. I add my voice to ver and gold coins honoring Ben Franklin to charged, they end up not paying the cost. this call, and I urge the President to add his promote burn injury research and fund fire Overlooked as a result of the Boipatong mas­ voice, too. The progress that has been made safety education projects. Moreover, profits sacre was the decision of a court of Friday, so far is due, at least in part, to concerted from the sale of the coins will fund scholar­ June 19, to dismiss charges against the seven world pressure. This is not the time to turn our ships for the children of fallen firefighters and accused of the Sebokeng massacre because backs on South Africa and ignore what has college courses for students studying fire of sloppy police work and prosecution. happened. We must speak out against the vio- June 24, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 16151 lence. We must urge the Government of South take these allegations seriously, investigate facility at 11 00 Wythe Street in Alexandria, VA Africa to do all it can to restore trust and we them thoroughly and be prepared to be ruth­ as the Helen L. Day Post Office Facility. must urge resumption of the negotiations. less with police who inspire such violence. Mrs. Helen Day was a community activist in He faces the alternative that South Africa Mr. Speaker, I would like to submit for the could descend into anarchy. Alexandria for over 50 years. She taught in Al­ RECORD, a copy of a June 23, 1992, editorial exandria's public schools for 46 years and in the Hartford Courant, which accurately de­ was a dedicated member of her church. She scribes the serious situation in South Africa. demonstrated a rare sense of commitment SOUTH AFRICA: THE TRUCE UNRAVELS TRIBUTE TO DON G. FONTANA and responsibility to the community by working "White man is Satan," said the home-made UPON HIS RETIREMENT in more than 20 community organizations. placard waving above the crowd as South Af­ Among her many other accomplishments, rican President F.W. de Klerk visited Helen Day was a longtime leader of the Girl Boipatong on Saturday. Only last March, HON. C. CHRISTOPHER COX Scouts, founder of the Hopkins House, and OF CALIFORNIA white South Africans had voted overwhelm­ secretary for the Council of Social Agencies. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ingly for the president's plans to dismantle Mrs. Day was also involved with the Alexan­ apartheid. Wednesday, June 24, 1992 South Africa, it seemed then, was on dria Community YWCA and served on several track. African National Congress leader Nel­ Mr. COX of California. Mr. Speaker, it is an panels for the United Way. son Mandela had met with his longtime honor to rise and pay tribute to one of Orange I am honored to have had the opportunity to rival, Zulu leader Mangosuthu Buthelesi, and County's truly outstanding citizens, Mr. Don G. work closely with Helen during my tenure as a reconciliation of the country's two most Fontana. Mr. Fontana, minister of music of the mayor of Alexandria and member of the Alex­ powerful black leaders seemed possible. Most St. Andrew's Presbyterian Church in Newport andria City Council. Through this association, important, Mr. Mandela was participating in Beach, CA, has announced his retirement I have witnessed the impact of her charity on talks with the government on a constitution after more than 40 years of service. As Mr. the city of Alexandria and the community. that would enfranchise the black majority. Then came the Boipatong massacre last Fontana begins a new phase of his life with Recently, Mrs. Day passed away. While we Wednesday, in which 39 people, including this announcement, his contributions to God are all saddened by the loss of this great lady, women and children, were killed by Zulus. and his community serve as an inspiration to we should not allow the memory of her enthu­ People in the township have said the all of us. siasm and joy of life to fade. attackers were delivered to the scene by Mr. Fontana is an accomplished choral con­ To preserve the memory of Helen Day for white police officers, who shot at those who ductor and musician, and he has shared his those of us who knew her and worked with tried to flee. After Mr. de Klerk was chased gift with the people of Orange County since he her, and for those who may not have been from the township on Saturday, police fired began his career as an organist for the First touched by her vibrancy, I have introduced a into a crowd. Three people reportedly were Baptist Church in 1948. Since that time, Mr. bill to rename her home post office. I hope this killed. Fontana has enlightened numerous congrega­ Accusing the de Klerk regime of " murder­ post office will serve as a beacon for what we ing our people," Mr. Mandela has broken off tions with his musical talent. can accomplish if we work together as a com­ the talks. The fragile consensus-building be­ Mr. Fontana served with distinction as min­ munity. tween black and white leaders is on the ister of music at the world renowned Crystal verge of collapse. Cathedral in Garden Grove, CA. He has also The new relationship between Mr. participated in numerous other noteworthy en­ LEGAL OPINION SHOWS ADMINIS­ Mandela's ANC and the de Klerk government deavors. He is president of Lyndon Music, a TRATION WRONG ON PALAU was almost miraculous. Like a whirlwind group that shares music through seminars, COMPACT MODIFICATIONS love affair, it masked deep-seated incompati­ publishing, and radio and television produc­ bilities. Both men were negotiating while trying to control extremist elements in their tions. He is a member of the American Society HON. RON de LUGO own movements. Both were trying to give of Composers, Authors and Publishers OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS [ASCAP], and the American Choral Director's enough hope, quickly enough, to constitu­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES encies hobbled by ignorance and years of vio­ Association [ACDA]. Mr. Fontana also served lent enmity between the races. as California state president of the distin­ Wednesday, June 24 , 1992 Mr. Mandela must convince a brutalized, guished Choral Conductors Guild. Mr. DE LUGO. Mr. Speaker, a legal opinion inadequately educated generation of young Mr. Fontana has sought to share his gift by our research service indicates that the ad­ black South Africans to sit still and trust di­ with aspiring young musicians as an Adjunct ministration was wrong when it told the lead­ plomacy. Worsening living conditions have Professor of Music at Biola University in La not helped. ers of the trust territory of Palau that modifying For Mr. de Klerk, it's one thing to bring Mirada, CA. He is also welcomed as a great a future status arrangement as they had sug­ his political allies to the negotiating table lecturer at universities and seminaries nation­ gested could invalidate the existing funding for with Mr. Mandela it's quite another to re­ wide. it. educate an entire legion of footsoldiers ac­ Mr. Speaker, it is clear that Mr. Fontana's The Library of Congress opinion, which I will customed to keeping order with terror with contributions over the years characterize the include in the RECORD with this statement, divisiveness. American spirit of hard work and dedication. I says that the proposed compact of free asso­ In the townships, it's still the black con­ know that Mr. Fontana will continue to give of ciation with these western Pacific islands can stituents of the ANC vs. the Zulu followers himself throughout his retirement both to God of Inkatha and the white-dominated police. be modified without jeopardizing the funds al­ Weapons are everywhere; fear is everywhere; and to his community. It is with great pleasure ready appropriated. violence is endemic. In Boipatong township, that I bring Don Fontana's accomplishments to The administration had assumed that the a Los Angeles riot's worth of deaths happens the attention of the Congress of the United compact could not be modified without risking every week. States and the American people, and offer my a substantial sacrifice of the funds as a basis It's now testing time for both leaders, par­ thanks to him on the eve of his retirement for for declining to work out modifications that ticularly for Mr. de Klerk. He still has much his years of service. Palau's leaders said are needed to obtain to prove if black South Africans are to have any confidence in negotiations with his gov­ Palau's approval of the status proposal. ernment. He must propose constitutional INTRODUCING LEGISLATION TO It thought that the legislation that would be changes that will give the black majority a DESIGNATE THE HELEN L. DAY required to approve the modifications would real say- not just a symbolic vote with the POST OFFICE F AGILITY cause the Congress to take back much money white minority retaining veto power. now available for the compact because of He must also change his attitude toward Budget Act constraints. the realities of the townships. His reaction, HON. JAMES P. MORAN, JR. I said at the time that the administration's when told of fears that police had abetted OF VIRGINIA "contentions in this regard will cause unrealis­ the massacre: " I reject that allegation with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tic fears" and noted that its statements did not utter contempt." Wednesday, June 24, 1992 Police complicity in violence by Inkatha speak for the Congress. The legal opinion I members against ANC followers has been Mr. MORAN. Mr. Speaker, today, I rise to am sharing now explains why they were in credibly documented. Mr. de Klerk must introduce legislation designating the post office error and not an official U.S. position. 16152 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 24, 1992 Mr. Speaker, as you know, the Federal Gov­ for the texts of P.L. 99-Q58, which incor­ derstood, must be effected by legislation, ernment has authorized the free association porated the Compact in title II, and P.L. 101- would encounter a problem under the Budget arrangement to be put into effect through a 219. Enforcement Act. To state that any modi­ law that I sponsored. The money involved has The Compact has not taken effect because fication would encounter a problem does not Palau has not approved it under its constitu­ appear accurate because it overstates the been appropriated. tional processes. See section 411 of the Com­ legal effect of the BEA. A modification not As you also know, Palau has not approved pact and section 101 o: P.L. 101-219. affecting direct spending, for example, would the compact in seven referenda to date. Its Section 10l(c)(1) of P.L. 99-Q58 requires that not appear to encounter a problem with the leaders told the Insular and International Af­ an amendment or change to any part of the pay-as-you-go discipline of the BEA. Like­ fairs Subcommittee and the administration Compact must be effected by new legislation wise, a modification that would not increase over a year ago· that they did not think that it in Congress. the deficit, even though it would affect di­ could be approved "as is." In article I, title II of the Compact, enti­ rect spending, would not appear to encounter In doing so, they asked that Federal rep­ tled "Grant Assistance," the United States a problem. resentatives work with them to overcome agreed to advance to Palau various amounts The second question is whether any modi­ for grant programs. Significantly, the United fication legislation would invalidate funding problems that have prevented Palau's ap­ States in section 2ll(f) of the Compact, for already appropriated for the Compact. The proval, stressing they were not seeking more example, agreed to give $66 million to Palau permanent, indefinite appropriation in P.L. money, their proposals were negotiable, and on the effective date of the Compact and an 99--349 made funds available as authorized they would seek their people's approval of a additional $4 million during the third year primarily by P.L. 99-685, as amended by P.L. modified compact before formal United States after the effective date to create a fund to be 101-219 (section 103 of P.L. 99--658 repealed approval of the modifications. invested by the government of Palau. This title V of P.L. 99--239, in which the Congress The bipartisan reaction in the Interior and subsection directed the governments of approved in principle the Compact of Free Insular Affairs Committee, which has jurisdic­ Palau and the United States to enter into a Association with Palau because the approval tion over trust territory matters, was that modi­ separate agreement, to come into effect si­ in P.L. 99--658 superseded it). multaneously with the Compact, setting out Those statutes and the Compact appeared fications should be negotiated based on provisions for investing, managing, and re­ to condition availability of funds from P.L. Palau's proposals. viewing the fund to allow for an agreed mini­ 99--349 on the Compact taking effect, an event The administration finally responded a cou­ mum annual distribution from its accrued that cannot occur until Palau gives its ap­ ple of months ago. It declined to work out principal and interest commencing on the ef­ proval under its constitutional processes. compact modifications, citing alleged budget fective date of the Compact for fifty years. Until the Compact takes effect, it appears problems that the Congressional Research See H. Doc. 193, 99th Cong., 2d Sess. 225-243 that any of its terms, including the pledges Service says do not exist. It tried to force (1986), for the Agreement Relating to Eco­ of economic assistance, can be modified. As Palau to approve the current compact pro­ nomic Assistance under Section 21l(f). The a practical matter, whether any particular objective was to produce an average annual bill to modify the Compact would in fact in­ posal. distribution of $15 million commencing on validate or jeopardize funding would appear It has backed up its position with not-so­ the fifteenth anniversary of the Compact for to depend upon whether introducing such subtle intimidation and subverted a consensus thirty-five years. legislation would cause the parties to re­ for approving the compact with modifications. In the Urgent Supplemental Appropria­ negotiate those pledges. It has failed to live up to our obligation to de­ tions Act, Fiscal Year 1986, P.L. 99--349 (1986), Appropriations for Palau that are not con­ velop the territory into a self-governing status Congress enacted a permanent, indefinite ap­ ditioned on the Compact taking effect would based on the wishes of the people. propriation. It stated that "for grants and not appear to be invalidated or jeopardized This has misled most Palauans to believe necessary expenses" as provided in sections by proposals to modify the Compact. The that they have no real alternative other than to 211-217 and 231 of the Compact of Free Asso­ $17,651,000 appropriation for operations of the government of Palau made available in the approve free association as worked out so far. ciation "all sums that are or may be re­ quired in this and subsequent years are ap­ Department of Interior and Related Agencies Many have begun a process to do so; others propriated, and shall be drawn from the Appropriations Act, Fiscal Year 1992, P.L. have reservations. Treasury, as authorized by title I of the 102-154 (1991), for example, would not appear If this effort does not succeed, the adminis­ Compact of Free Association of 1985 (Public to be affected by such proposals. tration will have needlessly set back the pros­ Law 99--239), and as may be authorized upon THOMAS J. NICOLA, pects for resolving Palau's future status as the enactment of S.J. Res. 325 [the Senate Legislative Attorney. well as dishonored our commitment to self-de­ version of the bill that was enacted as P.L. termination. 99-Q58] or similar legislation: * * *" The Library of Congress opinion shows that Section 236 of the Compact pledged the full CIVIL RIGHTS IN EDUCATION: this risk and approach need not be taken and faith and credit of the United States for the BROWN VERSUS BOARD OF EDU­ full payment of amounts specified in article that compact modifications can be considered. CATION NATIONAL HISTORIC I of title II of the Compact and made this ob­ SITE Approval of the compact with modifications ligation enforceable in the United States should be made possible. Claims Court. The opinion reads as follows: Because of this permanent, indefinite ap­ HON. DAN GUCKMAN CONGRESSIONAL RESEARCH SERVICE, propriation and pledge of full faith and cred­ OF KANSAS THE LIBRARY OF CONGRESS, it, Compact funding is treated as direct or IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Washington, DC. mandatory in the Budget Enforcement Act To: House Committee on Interior and Insular (BEA). The BEA subjects such spending to a Wednesday, June 24, 1992 Affairs, Subcommittee on Insular and "pay-as-you-go" discipline designed to as­ Mr. GLICKMAN. Mr. Speaker, the 14th International Affairs. sure that any legislation enacted after the amendment to the Constitution: From: American Law Division. date of enactment of the BEA which affects spending or receipts and increases the deficit No State shall make or enforce any law Subject: Whether Any Modification of the which shall abridge the privileges or immu­ Compact of Free Association Between will trigger an offsetting sequestration in nonexempt accounts. Section 252(a) of the nities of citizens of the United States; nor the United States and Palau Would En­ shall any State deprive any person of life, counter a Problem Under the Budget En­ Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Act of 1985, P.L. 99--177 (1985), as liberty, or property, without due process of forcement Act or Invalidate Funding law; nor deny to any person within its juris­ That Has Been Appropriated for the amended by section 13101(a) of the BEA, 2 diction the equal protection of the law. Compact. U.S.C. §902(a). Funding under the Compact This memorandum responds to an inquiry, itself is exempt from sequestration. Section From those words, written in 1787 by 55 far­ transmitted by Jeffrey Farrow and Virginia 205(g) of P.L. 99--177, as amended by section sighted constitutional delegates, springs the Sablan, regarding whether any modification 13101(c) of the BEA, 2 U.S.C. §905(c), and American notion of equality. of the Compact of Free Association Between 104(f) of the Compact. One hundred sixty-seven years later, in a the United States and Palau would encoun­ The pay-as-you-go discipline applies to court decision arising from a case brought by ter a problem under the Budget Enforcement three elements: legislation (1) must affect di­ a 32-year-old welder from Topeka, KS, would Act, title XIII of P.L. 101-508 (1990), or invali­ rect spending, (2) must have been enacted date funding that has been appropriated for after the date of enactment of the BEA, and take those 52 words and ignite a new revolu­ the Compact. The United States approved (3) must increase the deficit. tion in America. A revolution in the legal status the Compact in P .L. 99--658 (1986), as amended The first question is whether any legisla­ of African-Americans in this country. A revolu­ by P.L. 101-219 (1989). See 48 U.S.C. § 1691 nt., tion to modify the Compact, which, it is un- tion that is not nearly over. June 24, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 16153 In 1954, the Supreme Court ruled that "sep­ larity and effectiveness have warranted him BICENTENNIAL OF WARWICK, NY, arate educational facilities are inherently un­ the vast respect of the Members of Congress. POST OFFICE equal." The Brown versus Board of Education Mr. Brody was often sought after because of case established that segregation was a viola­ his extensive knowledge of various issues. He HON. BENJAMIN A. GILMAN tion of the 14th amendment and was unconsti­ never limited himself to the issues which he OF NEW YORK tutional. considered favorable. He is as knowledgeable IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In 1992, the revolution continues-and we on issues to which he is opposed as to those Wednesday, June 24, 1992 still have a long battle before us. The races which he is in favor. This unobstructed ap­ are polarized. Too many people resist trying to proach has earned him the reputation of for­ Mr. GILMAN. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to understand one another. But, we can under­ midable enemy and charitable friend. take this opportunity to inform our colleagues stand each other. And, we will understand Mr. Speaker, it is with pleasure that I re­ that the U.S. Post Office in Warwick, NY, is each other. member Mr. Brody's warmth and generosity about to celebrate its 20oth anniversary of History will play an important role in bringing on the celebration of his birthday. It is the per­ continuous service. us all together. That is why today, Represent­ fect opportunity to reflect upon the enormous The town of Warwick, at that time a heavily atives SLATTERY, MEYERS, and I have intro­ amount of good judgment and information he rural area, was formed in 1790. Although most duced legislation designating the Monroe Ele­ has provided us over the years. His intel­ of the residents of Warwick were farmers, the mentary School in Topeka, KS, as a national ligence and personality will never be forgotten need for a post office soon became apparent. historic site. I am proud to present this legisla­ around the Hill. Although less than a year had transpired since tion as a powerful reminder of the struggle for our Federal Constitution went into effect, the equality in America. people of Warwick were impressed with the Linda Brown was forced to attend the Mon­ admonition in article I, section 8, authorizing roe Elementary School in 1949 despite its 2 A CONGRESSIONAL SALUTE TO Congress "to establish Post Offices and Post mile distance from her home because the MS. DELORES BACUS Roads," as well as the first amendment in the school nearer her home, Sumner Elementary yet to be adopted Bill of Rights affording citi­ School, admitted only white children. Only HON. GLENN M. ANDERSON zens the right to "redress grievances." Ac­ after her father, Oliver Brown, courageously OF CALIFORNIA cordingly, 103 good townspeople of Warwick challenged this gross inequity, did he win one IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES petitioned Congress to establish a post office of the most significant and historic Supreme Wednesday, June 24, 1992 to service their fledgling community. Court cases in the country. The social, ideo­ Mr. ANDERSON. Mr. Speaker, on Friday, On June 30, 1792, this request was grant­ logical, and historical impact of the ruling in June 26, 1992 the Downey Chamber of Com­ ed. On that day, the Warwick Post Office Brown versus Board of Education of Topeka merce will hold its annual Installation Dinner began operations, under the guidance of Post­ cannot be overestimated. Dance. That evening will mark the end of Ms. master John Smith. I urge my colleagues to support this legisla­ Delores Bacus' distinguished term as presi­ At the time, the Warwick Post Office was tion and to think of Oliver Brown, Linda Brown, dent of the chamber. It is my pleasure to bring only the third to be established in Orange and everyone else who had a hand in the this remarkable woman to your attention. County, the earlier post offices being those in Brown case, and think about the sacrifices Delores' term as president was a full and Goshen and Montgomery, NY. they made based on their idea of what the ambitious one. While in office, Delores guided As the town of Warwick grew throughout the 14th amendment stands for. We should re­ the chamber toward many innovative pro­ subsequent two centuries, so too did the post member their courage. We should seek to find grams that will continue to benefit the city of office serving the area grow. Rural delivery the courage within ourselves to reach out our Downey long after her term as president has service, which too many of us today forget hands to one another. If the struggle for equal­ expired. During her tenure, Delores was re­ was a radical innovation when it was first pro­ ity is ever going to end, we are all going to sponsible for offering credit union service to posed in the early years of this century, was have to try a little harder. chamber member businesses, establishing a established by the Warwick Post Office in pharmacy discount program for chamber 1920. It proved to be so popular that it was member businesses, and automating the expanded to a second route in 1925. These DAVID BRODY: A FORCE TO BE chamber office. Working closely with a local two rural delivery routes sufficed until the early REMEMBERED ALWAYS school, Warren High, Delores created Busi­ 1960's, when the growth of the central village ness Encounter Day, where teachers spend a in Warwick had become so great that the es­ HON. STENY H. HOYER day participating in business activities. Under tablishment of city delivery was warranted. OF MARYLAND Ms. Bacus' expert leadership, the Downey This city delivery has thrived in Warwick since IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Chamber of Commerce expanded their Career 1963. Day Program, inviting 90 business profes­ Today, the Warwick Post Office, located on Wednesday, June 24, 1992 sionals to share their career experiences with Main Street in Warwick, manages six city de­ Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, it is with great the students from Warren High School. In ad­ livery routes and six rural routes. Although the pleasure that I rise today to recognize the 76th dition, Ms. Bacus implemented a "Shop Dow­ town of Warwick still contains some of the birthday of a friend to many in Congress, Mr. ney" campaign and a monthly luncheon pro­ richest and most productive farmland to be David Brody. Mr. Brody has provided an abun­ gram with the chamber to discuss relevant found anywhere within these United States, dance of wisdom and instruction over the business issues facing the community. the community has diversified greatly over the years in his position as Washington represent­ Delores also served a~ a host to a golf tour­ past 200 years. The town of Warwick is now ative of the Anti-Defamation League and, al­ nament that raised funds for the Association home to residents in all walks of life including though Mr. Brody retired in February 1989, his for Retarded Citizens. those who commute from this beautiful coun­ presence is still felt on the Hill. Mr. Speaker, the Downey Chamber of Com­ tryside to places of employment all throughout David Brody began his career as an attor­ merce will miss this vital personality and lead­ the Metropolitan New York area. Over 6,000 ney for the Department of Agriculture, upon er. Ms. Bacus has devoted countless hours patrons enjoy the fine service provided by the graduation from Columbia University Law and much of her energy to making Downey a outstanding employees who work under the in­ School in 1940. After 9 years of service at the better place to live and work. As the chamber spired leadership of Postmaster John Department, he moved onto B'nai B'rith's Anti­ looks to the future with the installation of Car­ Mattinson. Our Warwick postmen and Defamation League, where he dedicated 40 men Vinyard as its new president, it is with the postwomen travel over 250 miles a day to years to the cause of Israeli freedom and lib­ knowledge that new programs will be built on bring cheerful and efficient service to these erty for all people. the solid foundation provided by Ms. Delores postal patrons. Mr. Brody was known as the 101st Senator Bacus. Mr. Speaker, we will be commemorating the during his time as the ADL Washington rep­ My wife, Lee, joins me in extending this 200th anniversary of the Warwick Post Office resentative. His success as a lobbyist was due congressional salute to Ms. Delores Bacus. on June 30. As ranking minority member on to his ability to communicate with people re­ We wish Delores all the best in the years to the House Post Office and Civil Service Com­ gardless of their opinion or affiliation. Popu- come. mittee, I am proud to have such a post office 16154 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 24, 1992 in my own congressional district which has gas prices. However, to do that, Texas will "Ironically, Olson said, today's problems served as an inspiration to other post offices have to have support from other major sup­ can be blamed on the industry itself, which, throughout our Nation for 200 years, with the pliers. Oklahoma is prepared to introduce after asking for the past four years to oper­ promise of continued fine service in the years legislation changing the gas production rules ate under free market rules, now wants relief if Texas does, Martin said." from the low prices that market forces have ahead. Source: Tom Stewart-Gordon, "Texas Pro­ created. ducers Pushing New Gas Proration Rules,'' Source: Robert Barton, "Analysts Say The Oil Daily, Sep. 10, 1991, at p. 1. Prorationing Plan Shows Frustration In In­ THE FINAL TRUTH ABOUT " 'The industry is getting sick and tired of dustry,'' Natural Gas Week, Jan. 13, 1992, at PRORATIONING, FOR NOW the nose dive in pricing that's been occurring p. 13. since last year.' Says Julian Martin, Execu­ "Last week, the TRC Proposed to sub­ HON. JAMFS H. SCHEUER tive Director of the Texas Independent Pro­ stitute its own judgment for the market­ OF NEW YORK ducers and Royalty Owners Association." place, to tweak the gas production proration Source: Lynn Garner, "Gas Prorationing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES systems so that the price will rise." Plans Boosted By Independence," The Oil Source: John Jennrich, "Chow Time At Wednesday, June 24, 1992 Daily, Sep. 11, 1991, at p. 1. Jim Bob Lena's Proration Pitstop," Natural Mr. SCHEUER. Mr. Speaker, last month, "While the questions in the call for com­ Gas Week, Jan. 13, 1992, at p. 2. ments deal largely with transportation is­ "While officials in other gas producing Congressman Eo MARKEY and I sponsored an sues, the object is to help raise the well head amendment to the comprehensive energy leg­ states weren't as sure last week just how a price of natural gas in Oklahoma." decision by the Texas Railroad Commission islation, H.R. 776, on the floor regarding the Source: Tom Stewart-Gordon, "Oklahoma (TRC) to move ahead on prorationing might standards for the regulation of natural gas pro­ Sets Complete Review of State's Natural Gas affect allowables systems in their states, duction by the States. A number of our col­ Industry,'' The Oil Daily, Sep. 27, 1991, at p. they all agreed on one thing-the TRC action leagues from natural gas producing States 1. was designed to drive up prices." complained that we did not understand the le­ "Asked whether restricting supply 'You can say what you want to, that's wouldn't have the inevitable result of raising gitimate prevention of waste and protection of what it's for,' said Oklahoma Energy Sec­ prices, Nesbitt responded that it was in­ retary Charles Nesbitt, who thinks raising property rights bases for recent changes in the tended to level them and to stop some pro­ producing States' natural gas production regu­ prices is such a good idea that he'd like to ducers from selling their gas at prices that see his state follow Texas's lead. lation laws. undercut the market. 'This is exactly what we were hoping the Mr. MARKEY and I argued that those recent 'You can call it price fixing if you want to,' State of Texas would do, because it dem­ changes by the producing States in their so­ he said. 'Down here, we call it fairness.'" onstrates that Texas is as concerned about called natural gas prorationing regulations Source: Robert Barton, "Oklahoma Eyes the low prices of natural gas, which stems were intended to restrict supply and raise Gas 'Fairness' Others 'Can Call It Price Fix­ from simple over supply,' he said. ing,'" Natural Gas Week, Nov. 11, 1991, at p. price. This we were told by our colleagues 'The idea behind all of this is to reduce 1. allowables and drive up prices' said John R. from the producing States and also now by "As for that disciplined approach, Pickens the Bush Department of Energy is just not Aldridge, Director of Engineering for the Of­ predicted Texas regulators will soon imple­ fice of Conservation at the Louisiana Depart­ true. ment a prorationing system to curtail pro­ ment of Natural Resources." Well, I would like to add some background duction and push up prices." Source: Jeff Adams, "Texas Squeeze Will Source: Robert Barton, "Other States See facts on the motivation of the natural gas pro­ Texas Move As Motivated Purely by Price,'' ducing States. The following statements clear­ Boost Gas Prices,'' Calgary Herald, Nov. 27, 1991, at B6. National Gas Week, Jan. 13, 1992, at p. 1. ly and plainly indicate that a principal reason "It would also help boost gas prices at the "Faced with the prospect that Oklahoma for recent changes and proposed changes in wellhead, which are wallowing in 10 to 15 spot gas prices which have slipped below the natural gas production regulations of pro­ years lows, much to the producing segment's $1.00 per 1,000 cubic feet, could fall to 65 ducing States are to increase prices: chagrin.'' cents this summer, a growing number of "Sixty years ago, a sharp drop in the price Source: Lynn Garner, "Oklahoma Produc­ independents are asking the state legislature of oil led Oklahoma Governor William H. 'Al­ ers Lobby For Prorationing (And Higher for help in the form of greater gas produc­ falfa Bill' Murray to call out the National Prices),'' The Oil Daily, Dec. 17, 1991, at p. 3. tion prorationing." Guard to turn off the flow from about 3,100 "Debate by natural gas industry officials Source: Tom Stewart-Gordon, "Oklahoma wells to help push prices back up. Tuesday at the Governor's Energy Con­ Seeks To Join Texas In Cutting Natural Gas 'That's what we need today-someone with ference over whether Oklahoma should tight­ Output,'' The Oil Daily, Jan. 30, 1992, at p. 1. enough backbone and guts to say we're not en limits on gas production may have pro­ "The current quota system, which is de­ going to take it any more,' Oklahoma Cor­ vided a preview of what will occur in the 1992 signed to keep individual producers from poration Commission Chairman Bob Hopkins Legislature. flooding the market and hammering prices, said Thursday." That issue, stemming from problems cre­ hasn't worked because loopholes allow for Source: Bob Vandewater, "Natural Gas In­ ated by nagging low prices, is expected to be too much over production, independent pro­ dustry Looks for Price Boost," The Sunday dumped squarely in the lap of lawmakers ducers say. They hope the new rules will Oklahoman, June 30, 1991, at Business Sec­ when their new legislative session begins in tighten production and help bolster pricing.'' tion, p. 1. February.'' Source: Michael Douglas, "Gas Producing "During the Summer of 1991, gas fuel Source: Bob Vandewater, "Gas Limits Slashing Supplies, Fight Low Price," Hous­ prices sank to the lowest level in many Fight Hints At Future," The Daily Oklaho­ ton Business Journal, Feb. 24, 1992, Section 1 years, below the cost of replacement, simply man, Dec. 18, 1991, Business Section, at p. 21. at p. 1. because of over supply in the field. "Proposals in Oklahoma to tighten produc­ "'When the smoke is fanned away, it Those who profit from the over supply and tion limits for natural gas wells might boost comes down to the fact gas prices are low result in distress price are the gas traders, wellhead prices as much as SOc per thousand and they hope this new rule will provide a the interstate pipelines, and the Eastern cubic feet (Mcf), some cash hungry independ­ quick fix,' says John Nabors of Trans­ consumers ... ent producers say.'' America Natural Gas." No one state can unilaterally overcome the Source: Bob Vandewater, "Producers De­ Source: "Texas Railroad Commission To distressed prices resulting from seasonal bate Risk, Rewards of Cutting Back Gas Pro­ Open Hearings On Proposed Gas over supply. No state would want to impose duction," The Oil Daily, Dec. 26, 1991, at p. 5. Proi'ationing,'' The Oil Daily, Feb. 25, 1992, production restrictions, and then see the "The collapse of natural gas prices has at p. 2. market move to another state with no im­ Oklahoma's independent producers seeking "The Senate passed a bill Tuesday support­ provement in field prices. For this reason, help from an institution they traditionally ers hope will drive up the price of natural the gas producing states of the Southwest despise: the government. gas by limiting production." are in close cooperation in these efforts to Sooner lawmakers will be asked next Source: "Senate Bill Limits Natural Gas address the problem of over supply and low month to consider a measure that could lead Production,'' Tulsa World, Feb. 26, 1992, Sec­ field prices." to new limits on natural gas production, bol­ tion B at p. 1. Source: Letter from Charles Nesbitt, Sec­ stering its price and perhaps keeping some "The proposed rule changes are designed to retary of Energy of the State of Oklahoma, smaller producers afloat." eliminate waste and protect correlative to Oklahoma State Representative Grover Source: Arnold Hamilton, "Unnatural Liai­ rights, the Railroad Commission's brief con­ Campbell, Oct. 22, 1991. son, Oklahoma Gas Woes Forcing Producers tends, although most in attendance translate "Tipro's (Texas Independent Producers to Seek Legislation," The Dallas Morning that goal to achieving higher prices for Royalty Owners) intent is to raise natural News, Jan. 22, 1992, Business Section, at p. 1. Texas gas." June 24, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 16155 Source: Tom Stewart-Gordon, "A bill to restrict Oklahoma Natural Gas counted for 47% of the country's production "Prorationing Debate Divides Texas Natural Production, for conservation and possible in 1990." Gas Producers," The Oil Daily, February 27, profit, was signed into law Tuesday by Gov­ Source: "Prorationing Talk Has Producer 1992, at p. 1. ernor David Walters." Stock Looking Up," Gas Daily, Apr. 8, 1992. "Plans currently under consideration by Source: Lou Anne Wolfe, "Governor Signs "'There is no doubt about it,' said one the Texas Railroad Commission and the Natural Gas Prorationing Bill," The Journal source. 'There is less supply in Oklahoma.' Oklahoma legislature which supporters hope Record, Mar. 25, 1992. Based on what's happened to Oklahoma will raise gas prices will probably not do "At the same time, a new Oklahoma law prices, he predicts gas prices will jump to much to increase production or reserves, if that could raise the price of natural gas by $2.00 if Texas adopts prorationing." history is to be believed." tightening seasonal production limits is im­ Source: "Price Bite Catches Okla. Intra­ Source: Tom Stewart-Gordon, proving morale at many of the state's inde­ state By Surprise,'' Gas Daily, Apr. 23, 1992. "Prorationing Efforts Unlikely To Boost pendent energy companies." "Secretary Watkins also criticized as in­ Natural Gas Reserves Or Production Levels Source: Christopher Ryan, "Gas Price Rise terference with free markets a move by the In Texas Oklahoma," The Oil Daily, Feb. 28, Brings Some Firms Back, Prorationing Law State of Oklahoma to curtail production of 1992, at p. 1. Boosts Morale," The Tulsa Tribune, Mar. 27, natural gas. Last month, Oklahoma passed a "Those in favor of setting production lim­ 1992, at p. 6C. law that would curb current natural gas pro­ its, or prorationing, note that tinkering with "Edwards is the only state official to ac­ duction by as much as 50%, a move which the free market could be risky. But given the knowledge that the purpose of prorationing producers hope will result in higher wellhead unseasonably low gas prices, last month is to raise natural gas prices." prices. Texas and Louisiana· regulators and Louisiana Natural Gas averaged Sl.Ol per Source: Tom Stewart-Gordon, "Gas legislators have been considering similar ac­ thousand cubic feet-producers say they're Prorationing Facing Strong Opposition In tions. desperate enough to try anything ... Louisiana," The Oil Daily, Apr. 2, 1992 at p. 'We're hoping that market interference can "Those who favor setting limits on a pro­ 1. be avoided, despite the grave situation fac­ ducer's output believe it could help even out "Edwards said that prices in Oklahoma ing the industry,' said Secretary Watkins." the supply and demand imbalance and there­ have risen 10c/Mcf since the state began lim­ Source: Suzanne McGee, "Watkins Says by drive up natural gas prices." iting production. A higher price for gas House Energy Measure Could Spark Rec­ Source: "State Examines Pros and Cons of would raise state revenues, which would off­ ommendation For Veto," The Wall Street Production Caps On Natural Gas," New Orle­ set the higher price industry would pay for Journal, Apr. 15, 1992, at p. AS. ans City Business, Mar. 9, 1992, Section 1 at gas, Edwards said. He said the effect on resi­ "'Something fundamentally different is p. 6. dential customers would not be noticeable." occurring in the gas markets, in part be­ "Now some producers want state govern­ Source: Mary Judice, "Edwards Expect Big cause of prorationing,' said an experienced ments to limit production to raise prices. It Battle In Louisiana Over Prorationing," trader whose firm only went into the gas pit sounds like something on the order of an Natural Gas Week, Apr. 6, 1992, at p. 3. a year ago." OPEC for natural gas." "At the heart of today's challenge is the Source: "Futures Continue To Surge As Source: Editorial Comment, "Natural Gas price of natural gas * * * the spiraling de­ June Nears Close," Gas Daily, May 20, 1992, Cartel? Not Exactly," New Orleans Times cline of natural gas prices is forcing many at p. 1. Picayune, Mar. 22, 1992. independent producers to scale back "In addition, they say, as long as one well "Thus comes the proposal to reduce pro­ operations * * * is producing, it forces others in the same for­ duction 'allowables' set by the Texas Rail­ So what to do? That question poses a puz­ mation to produce, rather than shut in, or road Commission. Proposals known as Rule zling problem for the Texas Railroad Com­ risk having the gas drained from beneath 29 and the Interim Measures, aimed at de­ mission. The state's three Railroad Commis­ them. This further drives down price by forc­ creasing the state's natural gas output, are sioner&-Lena Guerrero, Jim Nugent and Bob ing more gas onto the flood market ... before the Commission. The clear hope is Krueger-are deliberating whether or not to Consequently, they say, that purchasers that by tightening supplies and forcing up set new production limits for Texas natural are doing the allocating and they are buying prices the industry will be rescued . . . gas. the absolutely cheapest gas." "The idea of reducing production in hopes Those who favor restricting 'allowables,' as Source: "State Legislature, Senate Com­ of driving up prices has an undeniable popu­ the industry refers to monthly production mittee Endorses Seasonal Natural Gas Pro­ list appeal." levels, argue that when supplies are reduced, ration, Present Law Leads To Market Over Source: Editorial Comment, "Natural Gas supply and demand will be placed in equi­ Supply, Low Prices Supporters Say,'' The Dilemma, No Solution for State To Lower librium. At that point, one may expect to see Oklahoma Energy/Environment Report. Production Allowables," Houston, Texas a rise in the price of natural gas, or at least "Under current market conditions, Stripe Chronicle, Mar. 24, 1992. greater stability in price levels." said, Oklahoma Natural Gas is leaving the "The U.S. Natural Gas Industry took its Source: Editorial Comment, "Natural Gas, state at nearly all-time low prices." fist step toward what critics say could be­ Railroad Commission Should Trim Produc­ Source: "State Legislature, Seasonal Natu­ come a domestic cartel when Oklahoma Gov­ tion Level," The Dallas Morning News, Apr. ral Gas Proration Bill Passes Senate, Bill ernor David Walters yesterday signed into 6, 1992. Preserves Resources For Future Genera­ law a bill curbing current production by as "Now comes Oklahoma's prorationing law. tions, Supporters Say," The Oklahoma En­ much as 50%." Soon may come similar laws in Texas and ergy/Environment Report. Source: Robert Johnson, "Oklahoma Law Louisiana. The states say they're promoting I urge my colleagues to bear in mind the Curbs Output of Natural Gas," The Wall conservation, a legitimate aim of time honored adage that a rose by any other Street Journal, Mar. 25, 1992, at p. C22. prorationing. But everyone has heard the "Legislation to curtail production from pitch: Markets aren't working so states must name is still a rose. Similarly, they can call it hundreds of the state's biggest natural gas act to restore prices to healthy levels." prorationing, streamlining production regula­ wells took effect Tuesday when Governor Source: Editorial, "Bogeyman Don't Set tion, preventing waste or protecting property David Walters signed a bill that he said 'at­ Oil And Gas Prices," Oil & Gas Journal, Apr. rights, but let's not be fooled, the recent ac­ tacks the supply side problems' that have led 6, 1992, at p. 19. tions of Texas and Oklahoma have a very to low prices for Oklahoma Gas. "Spot market prices for April rose 16 cents transparent purpose-restrict natural gas sup­ "Oklahoma becomes the first of the top to $1.33/MMBTU according to the Natural ply to raise price. gas producing states to implement meas­ Gas Clearinghouse, which reflects an in­ The amendment adopted by this House last urers to tighten gas production in response crease in March mid-month prices, market to a supply and demand balance that last reaction to widely reported shut-ins by pro­ month to H.R. 776 is intended to put a stop to month drove gas prices to their lowest levels ducers, and concerns about the impact of this kind of gimmickry. Traditional state regula­ since the 1970s." prorationing proposals in various producing tion of natural gas production to prevent waste Source: Bob Vandewater, "State Limits states." and protect property rights is explicitly allowed Gas Output, Walters Signs Proration Meas­ Source: "Clearinghouse Prices Rise 16 by the language now included in H.R. 776. Im­ ure," The Daily Oklahoman, Mar. 25, 1992, at Cents In April," Natural Gas Intelligence, permissible State regulation is only that which p.l. Apr. 6, 1992. has the substantial purpose or effect of gen­ "The Texas Railroad Commission is con­ "Changes in prorationing formulas adopted erally restricting gas production and raising the sidering a proposal to limit production of in Oklahoma and contemplated in Texas and natural gas in Texas to help bolster prices." Louisiana will better match production to general price level of natural gas. Source: Editorial Comment, "Change Care­ demand, according to analyst Daniel Tulis If the recent actions of the producing States fully, Raising Natural Gas Prices Has Two and Yves Siegel. They also said gas prices are, in fact, only intended to prevent waste Sides," Fort Worth Texas Morning Star­ could be propped up in the summer with and protect property rights, then H.R. 776 has Telegram, Mar. 25, 1992. prorationing in the three states, which ac- no effect whatever on those State regulations. 16156 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 24, 1992 If, on the other hand, they are price ra1smg TRIBUTE TO CLUB DE Vision." It is unusual because it brought to­ schemes in a fancy bureaucratic disguise, BODEGUEROS Y AMIGOS gether seven institutions who until then had they should be and are prohibited. It's that operated independently, and who now are simple. HON.JOSEE.SERRANO working toward common goals. Those institutions are the city of Rock Hill, When the House passed the Markey­ OF NEW YORK York County, Rock Hill Economic Develop­ Scheuer amendment, it did the right thing. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, June 24, 1992 ment Corp., Rock Hill School District, Winthrop University, York Technical College and Rock Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Hill Area Chamber of Commerce. recognize Club de Bodegueros y Amigos-the The plan focuses on projects to be com­ TRIBUTE TO TERRY ANDERSON Club of Grocery Store Owners and Frierds­ pleted by each of those entities from 1990 to in New York City. This unique ·organization 2000 in six theme areas: education, business, was formed to support our local Hispanic gro­ arts and culture, utilities and transportation, HON. LOUISE M. SLAUGHTER cery store owners and provide them with a gardens and greenways, and historic preser­ forum in which to discuss and solve common OF NEW YORK vation. concerns. The independent panel of judges for the Liv­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Club de Bodegueros y Amigos provides a ability Awards program noted that Empowering wide range of services to its members. Nu­ the Vision's detail puts it years ahead of most Wednesday, June 24, 1992 merous workshops and seminars are offered cities. The judges also called the plan "a to educate store owners concerning aspects of Ms. SLAUGHTER of New York. Mr. Speak­ strong model of an exceptionally effective city their business about which some might not be er, the tattered yellow ribbons, which have planning process, characterized by ambitious familiar ~nd to inform them about develop­ lined the streets of Batavia, NY, for more than cooperation and partnership." 6 years will finally be replaced by streamers of ments which might have an effect on their I'd like to commend the citizens and leader­ market. Legal and financial assistance is avail­ red, white, and blue; for this weekend, the ship of Rock Hill for finding an innovative way able to members of Club de Bodegueros y people of Batavia will celebrate a hero's to aggregate resources in this time of scarce Amigos. Members are entitled to a free legal homecoming. funding. Their willingness to work together to consultation and should they need further plan for orderly growth means that Rock Hill Terry Anderson grew up in Batavia. He legal help, legal fees are reasonable or dis­ came there with his family as a small boy. He will remain a unique, livable and progressive counted. Members can receive help with their place now and for generations to come. left as an aspiring journalist. And, he returns accounting and taxes. Advice with regard to an American hero. insurance, refrigerator maintenance, and pest Terry Anderson suffered 61/2 long years in control, among many other areas, is yet an­ A TESTIMONY OF DEVOTION AND captivity in Lebanon. Through each of those other service provided to members of Club de DEDICATION-GRAND OPENING 2,454 days he spent locked in a dark ceil, he Bodegueros y Amigos. OF WEST DEAL, NJ SYNAGOGUE This exceptional club is an outstanding ex­ was remembered by the people he grew up ample of what can be achieved when a com­ with, the people who called him their neighbor munity pools its resources in order to provide HON. FRANK PAllONE, JR. and their friend. In Batavia, the hope for Ter­ assistance to those who need it. By working OF NEW JERSEY ry's freedom was kept very much alive. On together, we can help and encourage one an­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES birthdays and anniversaries, the townspeople other, thereby ensuring the continued harmony Wednesday, June 24, 1992 would gather for prayer services, and candlelit and success of our communities. Mr. Speaker, Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, Sunday, June ceremonies. Church bells pealed as the pass­ please join me in applauding the efforts of ing days turned to months and then to years. 28, 1992, will mark a very special occasion in Club de Bodegueros y Amigos and wishing the life of the good people of Congregation Swarms of yellow ribbons tied to trees, lamp this organization continued success as it as­ posts, mailboxes, and street signs weathered Magen David in West Deal, NJ. This Sunday sists the Hispanic grocery store owners of will witness the grand opening of a new syna­ 6 harsh winters. Schoolchildren who never New York City. knew Terry penciled loving remembrances in gogue for this tight-knit congregation. The the hope that their messages would reach story of the congregation's formation and growth is a testimony to the dedication and Terry and give him strength. devotion of its leaders and all of its members. The town which faithfully kept vigil while TRIBUTE TO ROCK HILL, SC, FOR The story began in 1976 when Mr. Joe their native son was held captive overseas FUTURE PLANNING Betesh bought a home in the oceanfront com­ gathers together this weekend to embrace the munity of Deal. Mr. Betesh convinced the man they held in their prayers these many HON. JOHN M. SPRATI, JR. builders, who were having trouble selling all of years. He is a man who other hostages credit OF SOUTH CAROLINA the new homes, that, if they built a syna­ with giving them the strength to endure and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES gogue, more residents would be attracted to the will to survive. He is a man who was Wednesday, June 24, 1992 the area. Under the leadership of Mr. Charles robbed of 61!2 years of his life and can find Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, the largest city E. Cohen, the congregation's first president, room in his heart to forgive his captors. As his in my district, Rock Hill, SC, has been named and Mr. Morris E. Cohen, one of its founders, devoted sister Peggy Say has told us, "He is by the U.S. Conference of Mayors as one of with the assistance of Mr. Michael Gohar and a legend in the world of hostages and the the top five small cities in America which are Mr. Larry Ansell, the congregation eventually yardstick by which all Americans should meas­ doing the most to become a better place to found a home in West Deal. From those be­ ure themselves." live. ginnings, the congregation has grown to in­ clude some 175 families. Mr. Speaker, I pay tribute today to Terry An­ The reason Rock Hill is a great place to live The new synagogue was completed in the derson and his great courage, dignity and is because its citizens and leaders are plan­ space of 9 months. It was designed by an in­ charity. His strength of spirit is inspiration to all ning for their future. In the 1980's, when textile house architect, Mr. Ken Hinsel, and interior the world. And, I salute the people of Batavia mill after textile mill slammed its doors, Rock designer Ms. Stacy Greenberg. Many other whom I am proud to represent in Congress. Hill's economy was bleak. But city leaders and citizens shouldered the members of the congregation have been in­ The loving, stubborn vigilance of the Batavia responsibility for getting their city's economy volved in the planning, funding and construc­ community kept hope alive and was rewarded back on track. In 1988, more than 200 citizens tion of the new synagogue. Mr. Charles Saka, on December 4, 1991, when Terry finally gave hundreds of hours of their time to serve the current president, has been a particularly walked free and was reunited with his family. on task forces charged with deciding how to effective supporter and fundraiser for the con­ I will be in Batavia for the celebrations this make their city a better place to live. gregation. weekend, and I will bring one simple mes­ From that, a very unique plan emerged-a Mr. Speaker, it is a pleasure to pay tribute sage. "Welcome home, Terry. We love you." 10-year strategic plan called "Empowering the to Congregation Magen David on this auspi- June 24, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 16157 cious occasion. Under the leadership of Rabbi Graham Williams, Cory Thigpen, Cedric Pen­ Colin Powell, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Ezra Labaton, a graduate of the Yeshiva Uni­ dleton, Charles Jackson, Andre Denman, and Staff, for his efforts in coordinating a cere­ versity of New York, I am confident that Con­ Joseph Webster. They were led by their head mony honoring the men and women who were gregation Magen David will continue to grow coach Dr. Ivory Phillips and assistant coaches killed in Operation Desert Storm. In addition, and prosper for many years to come. Frank Mickens, Jacob Byas, Neal Robinson, Mr. Cunningham was commended by Federal, and Curtis Pendleton. State, county, and city law enforcement agen­ Probably the greatest achievement of this cies for sponsoring a memorial ceremony hon­ HONORING MELVIN HARRISON, special team was not their record, but how oring police officers killed in the line of duty, PATHFINDERS A WARD NOMINEE they presented themselves on the field as as well as his sponsorship of the annual Law­ good sportsmen. That is what really separates Armed Forces Day. HON. JON KYL this team from the rest. So I would like to con­ Mr. Cunningham has also been instrumental OF ARIZONA gratulate the Cosmos for their outstanding per­ in charitable work, raising funds for institutions IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES formances on and off the field. They are a like the Deborah Hospital and Shriners Burn unique group of individuals who deserve every Center for Crippled Children. He was also a Wednesday, June 24, 1992 honor that they have gained. I want to wish major supporter of the Most Holy Trinity Chap­ Mr. KYL. Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleas­ the players and their coaches continued suc­ el Restoration Program Fund at the U.S. Mili­ ure that I rise today to commend Mr. Melvin cess not only in soccer but also in their every­ tary Academy, West Point, NY. Harrison from Chinle, AZ on his nomination for day lives. Mr. Cunningham received the Knights of a Pathfinders Award. Mr. Harrison is one of Columbus' State Recognition Award and was only 131 outstanding individuals from across commended by his Excellency, Rev. Thomas America who have been nominated for Path­ TRIBUTE TO CARLTON C. V. Daily, bishop of Brooklyn, NY, and supreme finders Awards in recognition of their unique BROWNELL ON HIS 75TH BIRTHDAY chaplin, Knights of Columbus, for the many and vital contributions to the national fight patriotic, charitable, and humanitarian pro­ against HIV infection and AIDS. HON. RONALD K. MACHTLEY grams he instituted. Mr. Harrison was nominated for this award OF RHODE ISLAND Charles H. Cunningham has proven himself by National Partners, a consortium of 18 na­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to be an outstanding leader both in the tionally recognized organizations, because of Knights of Columbus and in the community. It Wednesday, June 24, 1992 his personal commitment to HIV/AIDS edu­ is with great pleasure that I congratulate him cation and prevention. Mr. Harrison is the Mr. MACHTLEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today for the positive impact he has had on the founder of the Central Navajo AIDS Coalition to congratulate Mr. Carlton C. Brownell of Lit­ members of Council 590 and the entire Dela­ in Chinle, AZ. As a result of his direct involve­ tle Compton, on the celebration of his 75th ware County community. ment in the delivery of AI OS prevention serv­ birthday. ices on the Navajo Indian Reservation, there Mr. Brownell has dedicated himself as cura­ now exists among the Navajos a more com­ tor and executive director of the Little Comp­ TRIBUTE TO DAWN SULLIVAN prehensive awareness of HIV/AIDS. ton Historical Society for the past 37 years. In I would like to join National Partners in sa­ this capacity, he fully organized and directed HON. JACK REED luting Melvin Harrison and his invaluable con­ the restoration of the Wilber House whose OF RHODE ISLAND tribution to the fight against HIV/AIDS. beautifully finished interior is home to the Little IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Compton Historical Society. Carlton has also contributed to the preservation of several fas­ Wednesday, June 24, 1992 RECOGNITION OF THE 1991- 92 COS­ cinating and timeless landmarks in the Little Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay MOS UNDER-14 SOCCER TEAM OF Compton community. In addition, Carlton's tribute to the memory of Dawn Sullivan, direc­ JACKSON, MS commitment and efforts as researcher, author, tor of the Department of Human Services who and editor of a variety of publications, have died last week at the age of 47 after a tragic HON. MIKE PARKER spread the word about the many architectural illness. OF MISSISSIPPI treasures in Little Compton, nationwide. Dawn Sullivan dedicated her life as a cham­ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES It is a great pleasure for me to join with pion in the field of human and social services Carlton's many friends and family in wishing in Rhode Island. As a young man, I grew up Wednesday, June 24, 1992 him a very happy birthday with more healthy in the same neighborhood of Cranston with Mr. PARKER. Mr. Speaker, today I stand in and happy years to come. Dawn Sullivan. A few years my senior, I the Halls of Congress, in the "people's Cham­ watched with respect, admiration and pride as ber" to speak in honor of the fantastic accom­ Dawn Sullivan made a career as a dedicated plishments of the 1991-1992 Cosmos Under- professional committed to improving the qual­ 14 Soccer Team of Jackson, MS. TRIBUTE TO CHARLES H. ity of life for those in our community. The Cosmos are the first black youth soccer CUNNINGHAM From her work with Dorcas Place Parent Lit­ team in the State of Mississippi to win a eracy Center, the Rhode Island Rape Crisis league championship, a division champion­ HON. CURT WElDON Center, the Salvation Army, the Rhode Island ship, and an invitational tournament. They are OF PENNSYLVANIA Advisory Commission on Women, Dawn Sulli­ also the first black youth soccer team in the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES van has touched the lives of many. Sadly, her Nation to win an interstate invitational tour­ career culminated just prior to her illness when nament and a State championship. In a span Wednesday, June 24, 1992 she was appointed director of the Rl Depart­ of 7 years from 1986 to 1992 the Cosmos had Mr. WELDON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ment of Human Services. an overall record of 157 wins, 13 defeats, and recognize the outstanding community service Her compassion, commitment, dedication 9 ties for an overall winning percentage of 92 of Charles H. Cunningham. Mr. Cunningham and boundless energy graced us during her percent. During the regular season their 101 has served as grand knight of the Knights of brief life and will inspire and sustain us as we wins and 3 losses earned them a winning per­ Columbus, Council 590, in the township of move forward and rededicate ourselves to fol­ centage of 97 percent. They have won six Springfield for the past 2 years. low her example of providing for those in league championships, four division champion­ Mr. Cunningham has faithfully served the need. ships, two State invitational tournaments, and Knights since September 21, 1976. Mr. Rhode Island will greatly miss here compas­ two State championships. Cunningham receive his forth degree in April sionate nature, her professionalism and lead­ The names of these talented and hard­ 1984 and became grand knight in 1990. ership. We are all diminished by her passing. working young men are Jason Robinson, While serving as grand knight, Mr. I join with her family, friends, colleagues and Monte Cornelius, Kwesi Skinner, Jamian Jack­ Cunningham has received letters of com­ the entire community in pausing to pay tribute son, Frank Mickens, Elbert McGowan, Brian mendation from each branch of the Armed to a remarkable woman and an outstanding Reynolds, Jonothan Phillips, Reginald Burns, Forces, including a commendation from Gen. public servant. 16158 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 24, 1992 CONGRATULATIONS TO GILL C. death had finally come as a blessing. They president of Inter American University in San JOB had watched their father, once a strong and Juan, where earlier he had been vice presi­ independent man, become a confused, frail, dent for academic affairs from 1985 to 1990, HON. ROBERT G. TORRICELU dependent invalid. They wrote to me that even and before that, associate vice president for OF NEW JERSEY though he survived for many years, the person academic affairs from 1980, to 1985. From 1979 to 1980 Dr. Gonzalez served as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES they had once known left them years ago. These women implored me to do all that I can consultant in academic planning to the presi­ Wednesday, June 24, 1992 to ensure that their children do not have to dent of the University of Puerto Rico and di­ Mr. TORRICELLI. Mr. Speaker, it is with watch the same thing happen to them. rector of the university's division of educational great respect and admiration that I address We have before us today an opportunity to development on the medical sciences campus. my colleagues in the House today, for I rise to do just that, to ensure that promising fetal tis­ Since 1960, he has also held a number of extend my heartiest congratulations and sue research continues, research which may other positions at the University of Puerto warmest best wishes to Gill C. Job as he is hold the cure for such debilitating diseases as Rico, from which he was graduated in 1955. honored at a testimonial dinner by the Bergen Alzheimers, Parkinson, AIDS, and diabetes. Dr. Gonzalez went on to get his graduate de­ County Democratic and Republican Parties. For decades, researchers have used fetal tis­ gree from the School of Public Health at the Born in Bergen County, Gill has been a resi­ sue in biomedical research. Many major vac­ University of Puerto Rico in 1957 and his dent of Allendale for over 40 years. He was cines now in use, including those for polio and Ph.D. in public health and education in 1967 first elected to the Allendale Board of Edu­ rubella, were developed using fetal tissue re­ from the University of North Carolina at Chap­ cation in 1941 at the age of 24. Reelected in search. Fetal tissue research continues to el Hill. 1942, he resigned to enter the U.S. Army. show great promise for the treatment of a Dr. Gonzalez entered the United States Gill was elected to the Republican County number of devastating illnesses. Army in 1951 and served for 18 months in Committee in 1946 and served as chairman of By vetoing the National Institutes of Health Germany. the 1st District Republican County Committee reauthorization bill, President Bush has vir­ Mr. Speaker, I know that you and the rest in 1949. In 1950 he was elected to the New tually put a standstill to this invaluable re­ of my colleagues in the House join me in sa­ luting Dr. Gonzalez for adding yet another il­ Jersey State Legislature. search. He stated that such research is "in­ lustrious accomplishment to what is already a Gill served as under sheriff for 1 year in consistent with our Nation's deeply held be­ lengthy and distinguished career record. Presi­ 1951. He served as deputy surrogate for 6 liefs," and that such research is "morally re­ dent Bush wisely chose a man of proven com­ years and was then elected surrogate in No­ pugnant." I disagree. On the contrary, I would petence and integrity for this new position, and vember 1957, and reelected in 1962 and counter that it is morally wrong to deny the the President's Commission on Educational 1967. He was denied renomination by the Re­ millions of Americans who are suffering from Excellence for Hispanic Americans will be a publican Party for a fourth term in 1972, and Parkinson, Alzheimers, diabetes, AIDS, or better organization because of Dr. Jose R. was elected on the Democratic ticket by a plu­ many other serious illnesses the potential cure Gonzalez' presence and contributions. rality of 60,000 votes. He was then reelected that this research promises. What I find to be in 1977 and 1982 and again in 1987 for his even more disturbing, is that because of his seventh 5-year term. opposition to the fetal tissue research provi­ IN RECOGNITION OF JACK Gill has served 3 terms as president of the sion, the President's veto also denies count­ ZAIFMAN Bergen County Men's Republican Club as well less Americans vital health services and re­ as past president of the Bergen County Fed­ search that is provided by the National Insti­ HON. DICK ZIMMER eration of Holy Name Societies, trustee of tutes of Health. OF NEW JERSEY Guardian Angel RC Church, member of I implore my colleagues in the House to join IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Allendale American Legion Post 204 and together and overturn President Bush's veto. Wednesday, June 24, 1992 Mahwah Lodge 1941 B.P.O.E. He also served as president of the County Officers Associa­ Mr. ZIMMER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in tion as well as section chief of the surrogate DR. JOSE R. GONZALEZ OF PUER­ recognition of Jack Zaifman, who is being hon­ section. . TO RICO SELECTED FOR PRESI­ ored as Man of the Year by the Trenton Lodge Gill is a graduate of Kutztown State in DENTIAL COMMISSION of the B'nai B'rith. Jack has been active in the Pennsylvania where he graduated with highest American Jewish community for more than 40 honors being on the deans list for the entire 4 HON. ANTONIO J. COLORADO years and is a well-respected businessman, years with an average of 93.5. He was also an OF PUERTO RICO devoted husband, and father of four children. Jack Zaifman's life has been nothing short outstanding athlete playing both football and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES baseball. of inspirational. A youth in war-ravaged Eu­ Wednesday, June 24, 1992 After over 50 years in public service-Gill is rope, Jack witnessed first-hand the horrors of being tendered a testimonial dinner to recog­ Mr. COLORADO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today the Holocaust. As he was dying of typhus, nize him for all his efforts. Mr. Speaker, I am to pay tribute to a distinguished educator from Jack was saved by two members of the Ger­ proud to join in paying tribute to Gill Job. I am the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico who has man Luftwaffe. Not surprisingly, this left a last­ sure he will continue to provide invaluable just been appointed by President Bush as a ing impression; all mankind had not lost its de­ service to this community and truly make a dif­ member of the President's Advisory Commis­ cency and humanity. ference in society. I extend my best wishes to sion on Educational Excellence for Hispanic Mr. Speaker, Jack Zaifman has spoken to him on this most special occasion. Americans. tens of thousands of students and conveyed As the White House pointed out in a June his message that there is-and must be­ 15 statement announcing the Presidential ap­ hope when all appears hopeless. I salute Jack OVERTURN PRESIDENT BUSH'S pointment of Dr. Jose R. Gonzalez, this is a for all his efforts and wish him and his family VETO new position. As such, it is a single honor not well as he is honored on June 28. only for Dr. Gonzalez but also for the 3.6 mil­ HON. THOMAS J. DOWNEY lion U.S. citizens in Puerto Rico, whom I rep­ IN RECOGNITION OF THE EAST OF NEW YORK resent in the Congress. It is also an honor for END SEAPORT AND MARINE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Inter American University of Puerto Rico, of FOUNDATION which Dr. Gonzalez is its distinguished presi­ Wednesday, June 24, 1992 dent. Mr. DOWNEY. Mr. Speaker, several weeks The accomplishments of Dr. Gonzalez are HON. GEORGEJ. HOCHBRUECKNER ago I heard from two of my constituents on far too numerous and varied to mention in OF NEW YORK Long Island-two sisters who had recently great detail, Mr. Speaker, but let me just point IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ended a long and painful chapter in their lives. out that his experience has covered the whole Wednesday, June 24, 1992 Their father had finally died of Alzheimer's dis­ spectrum of higher education in Puerto Rico. Mr. HOCHBRUECKNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise ease, and emotionally they wrote, that his Since 1990, Dr. Gonzalez has served as today to pay honor to the East End Seaport June 24, 1992 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS 16159 and Marine Historical Foundation, located in district to improve and expand the facility to 10:30 a .m. Greenport, NY. This organization has as its meet the needs of Lake Wenatchee residents. Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs honorable mission the preservation, restora­ The only sewage system in the area is lo­ To hold hearings to review the report tion, and recognition of the marine and sea­ cated at the Lake Wenatchee Ranger District from the Council on Competitiveness office, and it does not yet serve all area resi­ entitled " Capital Choices: Changing port history of eastern Long Island. the Way America Invests in Industry." dents. Currently, the sewage of the shoreline The East End Seaport and Marine Founda­ SD-538 tion recognizes the value and importance of residents of Lake Wenatchee is dumped, via the past, in particular, the rich maritime history septic systems, into the Lake Wenatchee JUNE 30 water table, and the damage to the lake is be­ that is such an integral part of Long Island's 10:00a.m. heritage. The beauty of the project is that it is coming ever more apparent. Commerce, Science, and Transportation a true community effort, with East Enders will­ Both the Forest Service and the utility dis­ To hold hearings in conjunction with the ing to contribute not only memorabilia, but trict agree that the utility district must acquire National Ocean Policy Study on S. also their time and money. the land on which the facilities are located in 2538, to establish a comprehensive pro­ The initial project to which the historical order to expand and operate the system prop­ gram to ensure the safety of fish prod­ foundation dedicated itself, was the restoration erly. In exchange, the Forest Service will re­ ucts intended for human consumption ceive land of equal value from the utility dis­ and sold in interstate commerce. of the Long Beach Bar "Bug" Lighthouse, at trict. Once these properties are exchanged, SRr-253 the entrance to Peconic Bay. Lighthouses the utility district will undertake the needed ex­ Foreign Relations were an integral part of the growth and pansion with the goal of attaching all willing To resume open and to hold closed (S--407, strength of Long Island's early economic his­ residents at Lake Wenatchee to the system, Capitol) hearings on the Treaty Be­ tory. However, the shift from a water-based thereby improving the quality of life on the tween the U.S. and the USSR on the Reduction and Limitation of Strategic economy and commerce to one comprised of lake for everyone. road, rail, and air meant a reduction in the use Offensive Arms (The Start Treaty), of lighthouses. In most cases, historical light­ SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS signed in Moscow on July 31, 1991, and houses throughout the nation were sold, aban­ Protocol thereto dated May 23, 1992 Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, (Treaty Doc. 102- 20), focusing on intel­ doned or even demolished. Through the ef­ agreed to by the Senate on February 4, ligence community views. forts of the East End Seaport and Marine His­ 1977, calls for establishment of a sys­ 8-116, Capitol torical Foundation, the citizens of Long Island tem for a computerized schedule of all Veterans' Affairs organized to save a part of their precious mar­ meetings and hearings of Senate com­ To hold hearings to examine the needs of itime and cultural history. mittees, subcommittees, joint commit­ women veterans who were sexually The restoration and preservation of the East tees, and committees of conference. abused during service. End's rich fishing and navigation history is ex­ This title requires all such committees SD-G50 pected to continue with the opening of the to notify the Office of the Senate Daily 10:30 a.m. foundation's East End Seaport Maritime Mu­ Digest-designated by the Rules Com­ Commerce, Science, and Transportation To hold hearings on the nomination of seum on June 27, 1992. The Museum and its mittee-of the time, place, and purpose of the meetings, when scheduled, and Ritajean Hartung Butterworth, of exhibits, ranging from a turn-of-the-century Washington, to be a Member of the fishing exhibit to a sea life aquarium, will be any cancellations or changes in the Board of Directors of the Corporation housed in the newly renovated Greenport rail­ meetings as they occur. for Public Broadcasting. road station. Day-long festivities will take As an additional procedure along SRr-236 place, including visits from tall ships Lady with the computerization of this infor­ 2:00p.m. Maryland, the Sylvania Bell, and the mation, the Office of the Senate Daily Judiciary Quinnipiack. In addition, a Coast Guard vessel Digest will prepare this information for To hold oversight hearings on the activi­ will be available for tours. It should prove to printing in the Extensions of Remarks ties and programs of the Department of section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD Justice. be a memorable day in the life of the East SD-226 End's marine and seaport history. on Monday and Wednesday of each week. 2:30p.m. As the Congressman for this district and a Meetings scheduled for Thursday, Finance native Long Islander, I am honored to recog­ June 25, 1992, may be found in the Daily Health for Families and the Uninsured nize this foundation, which makes such a valu­ Digest of today's RECORD. Subcommittee able contribution to its community with the res­ To hold hearings to examine ways to im­ toration and preservation of local maritime his­ MEETINGS SCHEDULED prove health care services for persons tory. The fruits of its efforts are priceless. I ap­ who live far from doctors and treat­ JUNE 26 ment centers, focusing on S. 773, to in­ plaud the selflessness and commitment of this crease access to primary health care community to preserve the rich history of East­ 9:30a.m. service programs for medically under­ ern Long Island for generations to come. Commerce, Science, and Transportation served populations, and S. 1227, to pro­ Science, Technology, and Space Sub­ vide affordable health care to all Amer- committee To hold hearings to examine how new icans. LAND TRANSFER BETWEEN U.S. SD-215 FOREST SERVICE AND CHELAN technologies can reduce greenhouse warming, deforestation, resource deple­ COUNTY PUBLIC UTILITY DIS­ tion, water and air pollution, and other JULY1 TRICT environmental problems. 9:00a.m. SRr-253 Labor and Human Resources HON. SID MORRISON Governmental Affairs Business meeting, to consider pending Government Information and Regulation calendar business. OF WASHINGTON Subcommittee SD-430 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES To hold hearings to examine preparation 9:30a.m. Wednesday, June 24 , 1992 for the next census. Commerce, Science, and Transportation SD-342 Communications Subcommittee Mr. MORRISON. Mr. Speaker, I am intro­ !O:OOa.m . To hold hearings on mobile communica­ ducing a bill to authorize the Secretary of Agri­ Foreign Relations tions. culture to transfer a sewage system owned by To continue hearings on the Treaty Be­ SRr-253 the Lake Wenatchee Ranger District of the tween the U.S. and the USSR on the 10:00a.m. Wenatchee National Forest in Washington Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Foreign Relations State to the Chelan County Public Utility Dis­ Offensive Arms (The Start Treaty), To continue hearings on .the Treaty Be­ signed in Moscow on July 31, 1991, and tween the U.S. and USSR on the Re­ trict. This transfer would complete the take­ Protocol thereto dated May 23, 1992 duction and Limitation of Strategic Of­ over of the system by the utility district, which (Treaty Doc. 102-20), focusing on de­ fensive Arms (The Start Treaty), currently operates the facilities under a permit fense implications and military views. signed in Moscow on July 31 , 1991, and from the Forest Service, and allow the utility SD-419 Protocol thereto dated May 23, 1992 16160 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS June 24, 1992 (Treaty Doc. 102-20), focusing on imple­ tocol thereto dated May 23, 1992 (Trea­ ment Act, and the Ft. Mojave Water mentation of the treaty. ty Doc. 102-20), Convention for the Con­ Use Act. SD-419 servation of Anadromous Stocks in the SR-485 1:00 p.m. North Pacific Ocean, with annex Select on Intelligence (North Pacific Salmon Treaty) (Treaty JULY23 Closed business meeting, to mark up pro­ Doc. 102-30), and pending nominations. posed legislation authorizing funds for SD-419 9:30a.m. fiscal year 1993 for intelligence activi­ Veterans' Affairs Rules and Administration ties. To hold hearings on S. 2028, to revise To hold joint hearings with the Commit­ SH-219 title 38, United States Code, to improve tee on House Administration on S. 2813 2:00p.m. and expand health care and health-care and H.R. 2772, bills to establish in the Energy and Natural Resources related services furnished to women Government Printing Office a single Public Lands, National Parks and Forests veterans by the Department of Veter­ point of online public access to a wide Subcommittee ans Affairs. range of Federal databases containing To hold hearings on H.R. 1096, to author­ SH-216 public information stored electroni­ ize funds for fiscal years 1992 through 2:30p.m. cally. 1995 for programs, functions, and ac­ Select on Indian Affairs SR-301 tivities of the Bureau of Land Manage­ To hold hearings on the proposed Buy In­ Select on Indian Affairs ment, Department of the Interior. dian Act Amendments. To hold hearings on S. 2833, to resolve SD-366 SR-485 the 107th Meridian boundary dispute between the Crow Indian Tribe, the JULY2 JULY21 Northern Cheyenne Indian Tribe and 9:30a.m. 9:30a.m. the United States and various other is­ Select on Indian Affairs Select on Indian Affairs sues pertaining to the Crow Indian Res­ Business meeting, to mark up S. 2044, to To hold hearings on proposed legislation ervation. assist Native Americans in assuring to establish. a National Indian Policy the survival and continuing vitality of Research Institute. SR-485 their languages, S. 1687, to increase the SR-485 capacity of Indian tribal governments 2:30p.m. AUGUST4 for waste management on Indian lands, Select on Indian Affairs 9:30a.m. and S. 2836, to promote economic devel­ To hold hearings on S. 2746, to extend the Select on Indian Affairs opment on Indian reservations by mak­ purposes of the Overseas Private In­ To hold hearings on S. 2617, to provide ing loans to States and to assist States vestment Corporation to include Amer­ for the maintenance of dams located on in constructing roads on Indian res­ ican Indian Tribes and Alaska Natives. Indian lands in New Mexico by the Bu­ ervations; to be followed by an over­ SR-485 reau of Indian Affairs or through con­ sight hearing on fractionated heirships, tracts with Indian tribes. Indian probate, oil and gas royalty JULY 22 SR-485 management, land consolidation dem­ 9:30a.m. onstration programs, and management Rules and Administration AUGUST5 of Indian trust funds. To hold hearings on S. 2748, to authorize 10:00 a.m. SR-485 the Library of Congress to provide cer­ Joint Economic tain information products and services. Veterans' Affairs To hold hearings to examine the employ- SR-301 Business meeting, to consider pending ment-unemployment situation for 10:00 a.m. calendar business. June. Veterans' Affairs SR-418 SD-628 To hold hearings on proposed legislation 10:00 a.m. relating to veterans housing and the AUGUST 12 Foreign Relations Court of Veterans Appeals. 9:30a.m . Business meeting, to consider the Treaty SR-418 Select on Indian Affairs between the U.S. and the USSR on the 2:30p.m. To hold oversight hearings on Indian Reduction and Limitation of Strategic Select on Indian Affairs trust fund management. Offensive Arms, signed in Moscow on To hold hearings on the proposed SR-485 July 31, 1991 (START Treaty), and Pro- Yavapai-Prescott Water Rights Settle-