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STRUTHERS PRESBYTERIAN Shortly after, he married Anita Pierce in 1952, band in action fills Buckeye fans with immense CHURCH CENTENNIAL his surviving wife of over 50 years. pride and captivates an audience in a way un- That summer, Mayor Folmar deployed to like any other live event. Most Ohio State sup- HON. TIM RYAN Korea, where he later received the Silver Star, porters credit much of the band’s success and OF OHIO the Bronze Star, and the Purple Heart for his acclaim today to the efforts of Dr. Woods. heroic service. Additionally, at the rank of Since his arrival, Jon has upheld the band’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Lieutenant, he received the French Croix de traditions, while also employing new and inno- Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Guerre, an award bestowed to individuals who vative techniques that have helped the band Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today distinguish themselves by acts of heroism in- sustain so many years of unrivaled superiority. to congratulate Struthers Presbyterian Church volving combat with enemy forces. After several decades, the Ohio State for celebrating its 100th anniversary this past After Korea, Mayor Folmar was assigned to Marching Band and the entire university has Sunday, November 13, 2011. Ft. Campbell, KY, as an Airborne Jump Mas- benefitted from the supreme expertise and vi- In 1804, the Struthers Presbyterian Church ter until 1954. He then returned to Mont- sionary leadership of Dr. Woods. He has be- was formed in the log cabin home of Richard gomery, joining his brother in construction and come a cornerstone of Ohio State, and, McConnell. In 1910, construction of the cur- sales for a government-issue loan funded through his legendary work, has etched his rent Struthers Presbyterian Church began in housing in the Cloverland neighborhood. The name into the school’s storied history. I along order to accommodate a growing congrega- Folmar brothers’ business eventually grew to with Congressman STIVERS and the entirety of tion. include large commercial shopping center con- the Ohio State community will greatly miss his Harold Milligan Sr. became a member of the struction throughout the Southeast. presence. His passion for our beloved school church in 1922 and has watched the church In 1975, Mayor Folmar entered the political and his years of commitment to the band have grow over his lifetime. One of his fondest arena by running for city council in 1975, left him with an enduring legacy. memories of the church was during World War where he was elected President of the Mont- f II when the church held ‘‘Bonds for Building’’ gomery City Council and eventually became dinners to support the war effort. The church Mayor from 1977 until 1999. Among his many PERSONAL EXPLANATION continues to help the community grow and other political accomplishments, he ran for prosper. It has acted as a meeting place for governor in 1982; served as campaign chair- HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART many local organizations including Alcoholics man for Ronald Reagan’s finance committee OF FLORIDA Anonymous, Boy and Girl Scout Troops, and in 1980; state chairman for Reagan in 1984; IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Rotary Club. The congregation puts to- and chairman for Bush-Quayle in 1988 and Wednesday, November 16, 2011 gether welcome baskets for new city resi- 1992. After retiring from politics, he worked as dents, they give hand-made fleece blankets to a business consultant and was appointed Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall the Akron Children’s Hospital, they coordinate Commissioner to the Alabama Beverage Con- No. 842, I was unable to make the vote. Had food banks for those in need, and they orga- trol Board by Governor Bob Riley in 2003. I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ nize clothing drives during the holidays. Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues rise f I wish the church 100 more bountiful years today to join me in remembrance of Mayor of service to our community and thank the Emory Folmar. I personally am blessed and HONORING MAYOR ROBERT HISON congregation for their generosity and commit- honored to call Mayor Folmar a role model ment to the residents of Struthers. and dear friend. The citizens of Montgomery HON. SANDER M. LEVIN f will forever remember the Mayor for many OF MICHIGAN years to come and the influential legacy he left IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN RECOGNITION OF THE LIFE OF behind. FORMER MAYOR EMORY FOLMAR Wednesday, November 16, 2011 f Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- HON. MARTHA ROBY IN HONOR OF THE OHIO STATE ognize my friend and colleague in public serv- UNIVERSITY MARCHING BAND OF ALABAMA ice, Mayor Robert Hison of Saint Clair Shores, DIRECTOR DR. JON WOODS UPON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Michigan, as he retires after 27 years of de- HIS RETIREMENT voted and talented service on the City Council. Wednesday, November 16, 2011 I have deeply enjoyed working with Mr. Hison Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in re- HON. PATRICK J. TIBERI on a number of significant issues to help serve membrance of a former Montgomery, Alabama OF OHIO our mutual constituents. Mayor, Emory Folmar, for his selfless dedica- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Hison had a lengthy and successful ca- tion and commitment to our Alabama commu- reer at Detroit Diesel Corp, retiring in 2004 nity. An elected official, decorated war vet- Wednesday, November 16, 2011 after 38 years of service. He was appointed to eran, successful business owner, and loving Mr. TIBERI. Mr. Speaker, I along with Con- Saint Clair Shores City Council in 1984, was husband and father, Mayor Folmar lived a gressman STEVE STIVERS rise today to honor reelected several times and ran for mayor in long and fruitful life filled with many accom- and recognize the Ohio State University 2004, and has served the last 7 years in that plishments. Not only did I have the privilege to Marching Band director Dr. Jon Woods upon capacity. know him as the Mayor of my hometown, but his retirement. Although the position of mayor is part-time also personally as an elder within Trinity Pres- As a former member of the marching band, in St. Clair Shores, Mr. Hison believed it was byterian Church, and as a close friend of my I had the extraordinary opportunity of learning a full-time responsibility. He devoted himself to family. from and getting to know Dr. Woods. To this the work and was visible everywhere through- Mayor Folmar was born in Troy, AL, and day, I am honored and blessed to call Jon a out the city. He made it his goal to improve moved to Montgomery when he was fourteen good friend. Issuing remarks about a man that the city’s financial future and under Mr. years old. While earning a degree in business has meant so much to me and every Buckeye Hison’s leadership, the City of Saint Clair at the University of Alabama, Mayor Folmar around the world gives me great pleasure. Shores has continued on a path of sound fi- also served as Cadet Colonel of the Army Re- The Ohio State Marching Band remains one nancial footing despite immense economic serve Officers’ Training Corps (ROTC). of the most well-recognized college bands in challenges. Through ROTC, he received a Regular Army the country. Its artistry, accuracy and sound The City of St. Clair Shores is fortunate to commission and went to Ft. Benning, GA, for has earned the band the informal title of ‘‘The be located next to Lake St. Clair, one of the parachute training and instructors’ schools. Best Damn Band in the Land.’’ Observing the most biologically diverse ecosystems in North

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VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:30 Nov 17, 2011 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K16NO8.001 E16NOPT1 pwalker on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E2060 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 16, 2011 America and a vital resource for fishing, boat- nian Task Force on Latino Issues formally rector just 4 years ago, beginning with the ing, swimming, and other recreational activi- called for the creation of a national museum 2008–09 season. ties. Lake St. Clair is not the largest body of dedicated to sharing the story of Latinos’ his- Announced at the annual Musical America water in the Great Lakes system, but no body toric, cultural and artistic contributions to the Awards, conductor of the year looks to recog- of water is more important. During his tenure U.S. I was proud to introduce the legislation in nize artistic excellence and achievement in the on the City Council and especially as Mayor, 2003 that created the National Museum of the arts. Mr. Van Zweden has demonstrated mas- Mr. Hison has worked to restore Lake St. Clair American Latino Commission. Five years later, tery in both of these aspects, as evident in his and address longstanding environmental prob- in 2008, Congress passed the bill and it was most impressive and diverse career over the lems that threatened the health of this vital signed by President George W. Bush. Once years. natural resource. In particular, he has worked appointed by Congress and President Barack Before joining the Dallas Symphony closely with my office and the Environmental Obama, the Commission began its work in Orchesta, Mr. Van Zweden had worked with Protection Agency to begin to address the 2009 with the support of the Department of In- the Chicago Symphony, the Philadelphia and PCB contamination that was discovered in the terior and Secretary Ken Salazar. The Com- Cleveland Orchestras, and the Los Angeles Ten Mile Drain adjacent to the Lake in 2002. mission’s final 2011 report and recommenda- Philharmonic, among many others all across In addition, while serving as Mayor, Mr. tions can be viewed at http:// the world. Mr. Van Zweden currently also Hison went beyond serving his community and www.americanlatinomuseum.gov. serves as chief conductor and artistic director lent his talents to the entire Southeast Michi- The bill we are introducing responds to the of the Netherlands Radio Philharmonic and gan area by taking on several leadership roles Commission’s call for the creation of a na- Chamber Orchestras as well as chief con- with the Southeast Michigan Council of Gov- tional museum in Washington, DC that illumi- ductor of the Royal Flemish Philharmonic Or- ernments (SEMCOG). He served as chair of nates the American story for the benefit of all’’ chestra of Belgium. both the Data Center and Finance & Budget by preserving, presenting and interpreting The DSO is truly privileged to have such a Committees before being elected as vice chair American Latino history, art, cultural expres- talented and accomplished artist to lead their of SEMCOG in 2007 and later chair in 2010. sions, and experiences. Specifically, the bill: musical program. As a member of the Con- In 2010 he was nominated by SEMCOG for (1) Establishes within the Smithsonian Insti- gressional Arts Caucus, I am always looking the open Region IX seat on the National Orga- tution a museum to be known as the ‘‘Smith- for ways to enrich our creative capacity in Dal- nization of Regional Councils (NARC) Board sonian American Latino Museum.’’ las and throughout the Nation. Drawing talent which serves Michigan and Ohio. (2) Designates the museum’s site as the from outside the district is just one method for Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me Arts and Industries Building on the National achieving this noble objective. in recognizing the dedicated public service of Mall, at 900 Jefferson Drive Southwest in Mr. Speaker, it is important that we continue Robert Hison and his numerous achieve- Washington, DC. to honor the individuals who contribute so ments. I am so pleased to join with the entire (3) Authorizes the Smithsonian Board of Re- much cultural value here at home. Artistic and community in paying tribute to his achieve- gents to prepare a plan of action for the mu- musical inspirations such as Jaap van Zweden ments, thanking him for years of talented serv- seum, as referred to in the May 2011 Report have a positive impact on our communities ice. I am confident he will continue to play an to Congress submitted by the Commission to and I commemorate anyone who chooses to important role in the community where he is Study the Potential Creation of a National Mu- enrich the lives of others by using their talents so highly thought of, in addition to enjoying a seum of the American Latino, in consultation toward the betterment of society. bit of retirement with his wife Nancy. with the Secretary of Interior, the Commission f f of Fine Arts, the National Capital Planning ´ Commission and federal and local agencies. IN RECOGNITION OF RENEE AND INTRODUCTION OF THE SMITHSO- (4) Authorizes the Regents to identify and ROBERT BELFER NIAN AMERICAN LATINO MU- evaluate viable funding models for both the SEUM ACT construction and operation of the museum, HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY within 18 months after the bill is enacted. OF NEW YORK HON. XAVIER BECERRA (5) Authorizes the Regents and Secretary of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF CALIFORNIA the Interior to enter into an agreement that al- Wednesday, November 16, 2011 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lows for the planning, design and construction Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to Wednesday, November 16, 2011 of an underground annex facility, in a manner harmonious with and to protect the open honor Rene´e and Robert Belfer for their fore- Mr. BECERRA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to space and visual sightlines of the Mall. sight and generosity in advancing medical re- introduce with Congresswoman ILEANA ROS- Today marks a key moment in our effort to search and countless other worthwhile chari- LEHTINEN (FL–18) the Smithsonian American ensure that the contributions of Americans of table and non-profit causes. Partners in mar- Latino Museum Act—a companion bill that is Latino descent receive the respect and rec- riage and philanthropy for more than half a also being introduced today in the U.S. Senate ognition earned by a patriotic community of century, Rene´e and Robert Belfer are being by our colleagues Senator ROBERT MENENDEZ Americans who have served this nation since honored this month by the internationally re- (NJ), Senate Majority Leader HARRY REID (NV) its inception and now number over 50 million. nowned Weill Cornell Medical College for and Senator MARCO RUBIO (FL). I look forward to working with my colleagues more than two decades of leadership at the The Smithsonian American Latino Museum to pass this bill and to supporting the Smithso- Medical College and at an affiliated institution, Act we introduce today advances the work of nian Institution in an important new chapter of New York-Presbyterian Hospital. the National Museum of the American Latino its work to increase understanding of the This month, a groundbreaking ceremony is Commission—a 23-member bipartisan, con- American experience. being held for the new Belfer Research Build- gressionally authorized commission of experts f ing of the internationally renowned Weill Cor- that investigated the potential creation of a nell College of Medicine. Its construction was museum. Through an exhaustive process that HONORING DALLAS SYMPHONY made possible by an extraordinarily generous involved consultations with national experts, ORCHESTRA MUSIC DIRECTOR $100 million donation by Rene´e and Robert forums in 8 cities (Chicago, Albuquerque, Aus- JAAP VAN ZWEDEN Belfer. The Belfer Research Building will be a tin, Miami, St. Paul, Los Angeles, New York state-of-the-art 18-story facility on Manhattan’s City, and San Juan, Puerto Rico), and com- HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON East Side that will more than double the Weill munication via several online platforms that OF TEXAS Cornell College of Medicine’s existing re- engaged tens of thousands of supporters, the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES search space and enhance its position at the commission generated valuable input regard- cutting edge of new medical research and dis- ing the feasibility of an American Latino mu- Wednesday, November 16, 2011 coveries. seum in Washington, DC. Ms. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON of Texas. The remarkable record of support provided Over the past 18 years the call has grown Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor Mr. Jaap by Rene´e and Robert Belfer and their family stronger and stronger to establish such a mu- van Zweden, Dutch conductor and music di- has helped medical researchers and doctors seum on our National Mall that shares the rich rector for the Dallas Symphony Orchestra. Mr. develop enduring solutions to some of today’s and full story of what it means to be an Amer- Van Zweden has been named 2012 conductor most pressing and prevalent health problems. ican. The effort to create the American Latino of the year by Musical America after joining In 1980, Arthur Belfer, the father of Robert Museum dates back to 1993, when a Smithso- the Dallas Symphony Orchestra as music di- Belfer, established the R.A. Rees Pritchett

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:30 Nov 17, 2011 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16NO8.002 E16NOPT1 pwalker on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS November 16, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2061 Professorship of Microbiology at Weill Cornell PERSONAL EXPLANATION RECOGNIZING MINNIE’S FOOD PAN- Medical College with a gift of $1 million. In TRY 4TH ANNUAL THANKS- 1991, Robert and Rene´e Belfer and his two GIVING DINNER GIVEAWAY sisters and their husbands, Selma and Law- HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART rence Ruben and Anita and Jack Saltz, do- OF FLORIDA HON. SAM JOHNSON nated $1.5 million to endow the Rochelle OF TEXAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Belfer Professorship in Medicine at the Col- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lege, and seven years later, the families con- Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Wednesday, November 16, 2011 tributed $4 million to endow the College’s Ar- Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, thur B. Belfer Professorship in Genetic Medi- No. 841 I was unable to make the vote. Had I rise to recognize Minnie’s Food Pantry, a cine and provide funding for its Arthur and Ro- I been present, I would have voted ‘‘nay.’’ 501(c)(3) agency in the Third Congressional chelle Belfer Gene Therapy Core Facility. With District of Texas that provides nutritious food, free of charge, to families in underserved com- an $8 million gift to the College of Medicine in f 2005, Robert and Rene´e Belfer established munities. With the community’s outpouring of The Arthur and Rochelle Belfer Institute of He- IN HONOR OF THE OHIO STATE financial donations and food collections, matology and Medical Oncology, named in UNIVERSITY’S MARCHING BAND Minnie’s Food Pantry is one of the largest pantries in Collin County. honor of his parents. The Institute is advanc- AND THE 75TH YEAR ANNIVER- SARY OF ‘‘SCRIPT OHIO’’ Founded in 2008 by Cheryl ‘‘Action’’ Jack- ing critical research in fields such as solid son to honor her mother Minnie Hawthorne- tumor biology, cancer genomics and Ewing, the organization has partnered with in- proteomics. Rene´e and Robert Belfer have HON. PATRICK J. TIBERI dividuals, businesses and farmers to alleviate also devoted financial support to programs in hunger and build community relationships. women’s health, and in 2003 donated $1 mil- OF OHIO This year, Minnie’s Food Pantry is hosting the lion to create the Anti-Bioterrorism Project. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 4th Annual Thanksgiving Dinner Giveaway Rene´e and Robert Belfer have truly distin- ‘‘From Our Table to Yours.’’ Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Just this year alone, Minnie’s Food Pantry guished themselves on a multitude of fronts. A has fed over 23,000 people. This Thanks- graduate of Vassar College, Mrs. Belfer is de- Mr. TIBERI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to giving, Minnie’s Food Pantry will provide a voted to education and the arts, serving on the honor and recognize ‘‘The Best Damn Band in complete meal for more than 1,200 local fami- Board of Trustees of the Metropolitan Museum the Land!’’ lies. of Art; as a Director of the Lincoln Center for In my opinion, there are not many more I am pleased to recognize Minnie’s Food the Performing Arts; as an Overseer of the Al- electrifying and time-honored traditions in col- Pantry, along with its Board of Directors, for its bert Einstein College of Medicine; an Execu- lege sports than The Ohio State University invaluable contribution to combat hunger in tive Board Member of the American Friends of Marching Band’s presentation of ‘‘Script Ohio.’’ Collin County. It is an honor and a privilege to the Israel Museum; and a Member of the Throughout the country, it would be hard to represent this fine organization. It is organiza- Chairman’s Circle of the Central Park Conser- find a college football fan that has not person- tions like Minnie’s that make North Texas a vancy, among the numerous illustrious non- ally witnessed or been told the tale of this truly great place to call home. To Minnie Ewing and the great folks of profit institutions she and her husband have remarkable exhibition of music in motion. This Minnie’s Food Pantry, God bless you, best year marks the 75th anniversary since former supported vigorously over the years. A grad- wishes for wonderful things to come, and uate of Columbia College and Harvard Law band director Eugene Weigel developed this Happy Thanksgiving! storied ritual, and today ‘‘Script Ohio’’ con- School, Robert Belfer is a titan in the world of f business, enjoying a long career at the Belco tinues to bring immense pride to the university Petroleum Corporation, where he rose to be- and Buckeyes all over the world. HONORING THE LIFE AND come Chairman, and currently serving as To me, attending an Ohio State football ACHIEVEMENTS OF ROBERT LEE MATHIS Chairman of Belfer Management LLC, a pri- game and observing the band’s elegance and vate firm specializing in the energy, real estate precision remains a breathtaking experience. and financial services sectors. He has been Along with other lifelong supporters of the HON. LARRY KISSELL an extraordinary supporter of a wide variety of school, I consider watching ‘‘Script Ohio’’ a OF NORTH CAROLINA renowned educational and non-profit institu- considerably moving event, one that warms IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tions, serving as a Member of the Board of the heart of any Buckeye. The flowing spelling Wednesday, November 16, 2011 of those four letters stands as a monument to Overseers and the Executive Committee of Mr. KISSELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to our state and an appreciation that all Ohioans the Weill Cornell Medical College; on the Vis- honor the life of Robert Lee Mathis, who re- cherish. As the band takes the field, fans iting Committee of Harvard University’s Ken- cently passed away at the age of 77. Robert throughout The Horseshoe, whatever colors nedy School; a Trustee of the Dana Farber was the first African American to be elected to they wear, quickly realize the significance of public office in Concord, North Carolina, and Cancer Institute; a Member of the Board of the spectacle they are witnessing. Governors of the American Jewish Committee led a life of service dedicated to his commu- nity and his country. and the Weizmann Institute of Science; and As a former member of the band I have had the honor of forming ‘‘Script Ohio’’ countless A native of Cabarrus County, Robert Mathis former Chair and current Member of the Board times. My time with the band remains one of joined the U.S. Navy after school where he of Trustees and Executive Committee of the the most memorable and thrilling experiences served our nation honorably. Robert volun- Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Together, in my life. One of my fondest memories is per- teered to put his life on the line in order to he and his wife established the Robert and sonally watching the legendary Ohio State protect the American people and American Rene´e Belfer Family Foundation, which has Football Coach Woody Hayes dotting the ‘‘i’’ values. He continued to live his life with this unstintingly bestowed generous support on before a game. Only a handful of non-band same kind of selflessness even after his mili- worthwhile institutions like the Weill Cornell members have ever been given the oppor- tary service came to an end. College of Medicine. They raised children, tunity to take part in such a prestigious event. Upon returning to Cabarrus County, Robert Mathis was elected to the Concord Board of Rachelle (Malkin), Laurence, and Elizabeth, Seeing Woody honored that way was a testa- Alderman, where he served for more than 15 and have five grandchildren. ment to his legacy and Ohio State’s respect years. Robert was the first African American to for tradition and honor. Mr. Speaker, I request that my esteemed be elected to public office in Concord, making colleagues join me in paying tribute to Rene´e It deeply pleases me to speak on behalf of his election a landmark achievement for Afri- and Robert Belfer for their significant and en- something that continuously fills me with pride: can Americans in my district. Even as Robert during contributions to the civic life of our na- The Ohio State University Marching Band. was holding local office and making history, tion. Congratulations on the 75th anniversary of this was still not enough. Robert was addition- Script Ohio. Go Bucks! ally a board chairman for the nonprofit Logan

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Robert is survived by his wife, four Wednesday, November 16, 2011 television in awe that July evening as Neil children, nineteen grandchildren, and thirteen Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, today I rise Armstrong took ‘‘one small step for man, one great-grandchildren. My thoughts and prayers giant leap for mankind’’ onto the moon. go out to them in this time of deep loss; I to recognize two outstanding Pennsylvanians, hope the memories and principles that Robert Jim and Megan White, who are being pre- While the accomplishments of the Apollo Mathis lived his life by bring them comfort. sented the Barry Award by the American program would not have been possible had it Robert will be missed by his community and Catholic Historical Society. The Barry Award is not been for those that came before it—includ- his country. I am honored to be able to recog- named after Commodore John Barry, the ‘‘Fa- ing the Mercury and Gemini programs—we nize the life of such a selfless, upstanding in- ther of the American Navy.’’ John Barry was a must recognize those pioneers, like Neil, who dividual as Robert Lee Mathis today before Philadelphia Irish mariner who served as a selflessly volunteered their lives for the pursuit Congress and our great nation. Captain in the Navy during the Revolutionary of knowledge to go where no one had gone War and subsequently received ‘Commission before. f Number One’ in the Navy from President Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues in joining PAYING TRIBUTE TO THE NORA George Washington on June 4th, 1794. His me in congratulating my constituent, Neil Arm- CRONIN PRESENTATION ACADEMY military service to a young nation was instru- strong, as well as Buzz Aldrin, Michael Collins, mental in establishing the legacy of a strong and John Glenn upon receiving the Congres- HON. MAURICE D. HINCHEY Navy that we still enjoy today. The Barry sional Gold Medal. OF NEW YORK Award is awarded to an American who, by IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their character and their contributions to f church, community and professional accom- Wednesday, November 16, 2011 plishments, has distinguished themselves. By HONORING TECHNICAL SERGEANT Mr. HINCHEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to all accounts, Jim and Megan White have ex- LUIGGE ROMANILLO UPON RE- honor and salute the Nora Cronin Presentation ceeded these expectations, serving church CEIPT OF THE DISTINGUISHED Academy in the City of Newburgh, New York and community with distinction. As a Member FLYING CROSS WITH VALOR as this Catholic school for low-income girls of Congress representing Pennsylvania, I am prepares to dedicate its permanent home on proud to join you in honoring them. November 21, 2011. Jim and Megan White are an example of HON. ZOE LOFGREN servant leaders who are committed to serving I am delighted to add my voice to those rec- OF CALIFORNIA ognizing the Nora Cronin Presentation Acad- their local community. A devoted couple, they emy on this important and wonderful mile- are loving parents to five children; whom they IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stone. The Academy was organized in 2003 have taught to never back down in the face of Wednesday, November 16, 2011 and officially founded in 2004 by the Presen- popular opinion; and to always do what their tation Sisters of the Blessed Virgin Mary to heart and soul directs them. Megan has de- Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. offer a high quality educational alternative to voted countless hours at parish food and Speaker, I rise to acknowledge and honor young girls in the struggling City of Newburgh, clothing drives and is also a member of the Technical Sergeant Luigge Romanillo upon his which remains one of the most economically Woman’s Auxiliary of St. Edmond’s Home for award of the Distinguished Flying Cross with distressed communities in the State of New Children. She provides constant support for Valor. York. With strong support from the local com- her children and husband in all their endeav- The Distinguished Flying Cross is America’s munity, the Academy was established through ors. oldest military aviation award. In 1926, the the vision and dedicated efforts of Sisters Jim is a member of Legatus, the Knights of 69th Congress established the Distinguished Nora Cronin, Joan Mary Gleason, Yliana the Holy Sepulchre, Knights of Malta, Penn- Flying Cross to honor any person serving in Herna´ndez, Ann Marie McMahon, Carol sylvanians for Human Life, and the Catholic the Armed Forces who distinguishes him or Melsopp, and Helen Marie Raynor, and Asso- Philopatrian Literary Institute. He is the Presi- herself ‘‘by heroism or extraordinary achieve- ciate Jackie Martinez. The Academy was re- dent of J. J. White Inc., a family business ment while participating in an aerial flight.’’ founded by his great-grandfather in 1920. His named in honor of Sister Nora following her On May 4, 2010, Sergeant Romanillo flew a passing in 2004. business is the largest contracting employer in the Mid-Atlantic Region. high-risk Medical Evacuation mission to ex- Under the diligent leadership of its Principal, tract wounded coalition forces engaged by Sister Yliana, the Academy accepted its first I am privileged to recognize Jim and Megan’s commitment and selfless dedication over one-hundred insurgents near Baghram class of fifth grade students in 2006–2007 and Airfield in Afghanistan. The confined landing has grown steadily as the first class advanced to others. The White’s exemplify the values that make Pennsylvania a great place to live area left the cargo door nearly five feet off the and new classes entered the school. Originally ground as hostile insurgents fired from less housed in temporary locations in New Windsor and raise a family. I congratulate them on this honor and commend the American Catholic than 200 meters away. The aircraft received and at another location in the City of New- small arms damage to several control surfaces burgh, the Academy purchased and redevel- Historical Society for selecting Jim and Megan White for the Barry Award. as Sergeant Romanillo and his teammate oped a long-neglected historic property at 69 stepped off the aircraft toward the patients f Bay View Terrace in the City of Newburgh. amid the firefight. The Dedication of the Academy’s new perma- IN RECOGNITION OF NEIL ARM- nent home is a testament to the commitment Under a storm of enemy bullets, Sergeant STRONG UPON RECEIVING THE Romanillo led his team in recovering the pa- and leadership of the Presentation Sisters as CONGRESSIONAL GOLD MEDAL well as the generosity and hard work of the tients. Once in the aircraft, he administered life Academy’s Board of Directors and many local HON. JEAN SCHMIDT saving treatment to his patient who had suf- supporters. fered a gunshot wound. The actions of Ser- OF OHIO As a result of this inspiring effort, dozens of geant Romanillo and his team led to the suc- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES underprivileged young girls in the City of New- cessful evacuation of two wounded coalition burgh will have the opportunity to receive an Wednesday, November 16, 2011 soldiers and repatriation of two killed in action. incredible education in a supportive and safe Mrs. SCHMIDT. Mr. Speaker, in 1900, It was my honor and privilege to recognize environment. I congratulate and offer my grati- Orville and Wilbur Wright left Dayton, Ohio for Sergeant Romanillo at a ceremony while I was tude to all those who make the Academy and Kitty Hawk, North Carolina to begin testing the home in my district. The outstanding heroism the Dedication possible, and I wish the stu- first manned aircraft. Little did they know in displayed deserves great recognition by the dents and faculty of the Nora Cronin Presen- less than 70 years, another individual from entire United States, the nation he has so self- tation Academy the very best in the coming Ohio would be making aviation history yet lessly served. Sergeant Romanillo has the re- years. again. spect and gratitude of all Americans.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:30 Nov 17, 2011 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K16NO8.006 E16NOPT1 pwalker on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS November 16, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2063 HONORING JOHN FREDERICK IN CELEBRATION OF THE Point Marines picked up their rifles that day, KENSETT AND THE HUDSON MONTFORD POINT MARINES RE- fought back the Japanese, and even de- RIVER SCHOOL OF PAINTING CEIVING THE NATION’S HIGHEST stroyed one of the Japanese machine guns CIVILIAN HONOR—THE CONGRES- from the beachhead perimeter side-by-side SIONAL GOLD MEDAL with the white combat units. In February 1945, HON. JAMES A. HIMES a group from the 51st landed on Iwo Jima with the 5th Division, 28th Regiment. The combat OF CONNECTICUT HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL OF NEW YORK regiment came ashore and it seemed that tak- ing Iwo Jima would be a cakewalk. The Japa- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nese, however, had planned an ambush. They Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Wednesday, November 16, 2011 (the Japanese) had placed guns on either side Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, as a veteran of Mount Suribachi and were firing at will onto Mr. HIMES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to call myself in a so-called ‘‘Forgotten War’’ in the Marines on the island. The Black Marines attention to a recent event in the Capitol Visi- American history, I know what it is like to of the 8th Ammunition Company landed during tors Center. Two paintings, ‘‘Discovery of the come home and feel unrecognized. The the second or third wave and somehow they Hudson River’’ and ‘‘Entrance into Monterey’’ Montford Point Marines for too long have been kept ammunition in the hands of the combat by Albert Bierstadt, have been placed in the unsung heroes. These men fought abroad to units throughout this deadly firefight. Repeat- Capitol complex after years in the Members’ preserve our freedom and democracy, then edly the Black Marines delivered the much- staircase in the House. These works are part came home and had to fight for their civil lib- needed ammunition. Though the Japanese ac- of the Hudson River School of painting, a erties. tually shot two trucks from under one of the movement that influenced not only American On the eve of 11–11–11, the United States drivers, he kept coming back. Combat Marines art, but our culture and environment as well. Senate passed legislation, which the United who thought they had seen everything States House of Representatives voted unani- cheered this young, Black Marine from their The Hudson River School was dedicated to mously 422–0 to honor the Montford Point Ma- foxholes. The Montford Point Marines knew an accurate depiction of landscapes, particu- rines with the nation’s highest civilian honor, their job was to keep the combatants supplied larly emphasizing the untouched beauty of the the Congressional Gold Medal. These truly and they did so with great valor and at great land. Ultimately, these beautifully represented great American men fought in some of the expense to their company. The Japanese panoramas helped influence the environmental bloodiest battles of World War II—the first soon saw this and began to make their assault conservation movement and were used in Black Marines in the Navy. After 70 years, on the Ammo Company as well as the combat 1916 to support the creation of the National they have finally received the honor they de- Marines. The Montford Point Marines rose to Park Service. serve for a legacy we must not forget to pass the occasion by fighting off these attacks as they continued their supply missions. This is on to our future generations. John Frederick Kensett, a member of this the courage and stamina that lead Admiral first indigenous American school of painting, At the time of their military service, discrimi- nation and violence toward Blacks in America Nimitz, Commander of the Fleet in the Pacific has ties to my district. Born in Connecticut, were rampant. Black Marines were sent to to say, ‘‘On Iwo Jima, in the ranks of all the John Frederick Kensett worked as an en- untraditional boot camps; they were seg- Marines who set foot on that Island uncom- mon valor was a common virtue.’’ graver before traveling to Europe and the regated and instead received training at Those early Montford Point Marines were American West to study and paint. However, Montford Point, a facility at Camp Lejeune, he is best known for the works he did upon the catalyst for the great presence of African North Carolina. Americans in the Marine Corps. By the time his return to my state. The light-filled land- One of these heroic men is my beloved that camp was closed for recruit training in scapes of the coast of Contentment Island be- brother, the Honorable David N. Dinkins, who 1949, over 21,000 recruits were trained and came Kensett’s signature. is also the first African American and 106th molded there. In July of 1948, President Harry Mayor for the City of New York. He recounted Kensett’s contributions to both art and cul- S Truman issued Executive Order No. 9981, ture are lasting. He was chosen by President some obstacles he and his comrades faced in ending segregation in the military altogether. Buchanan to serve on the only United States an interview: ‘‘Italian and German prisoners of In September of the following year, Montford Capitol Art Commission to supervise the deco- war, some of them were guarded by Black sol- Point was deactivated, ending the legacy of in- diers. They were treated better than those rations of this very building during renovations equality. people who were protecting our country; sol- in 1859. He also assisted with the foundation Twenty years following World War II, during diers and Marines.’’ My brother David further of the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New August 1965, a group of enterprising Marine stated. ‘‘During training, Black Marines were veterans and active duty Marines from Phila- York City, which continues to be one of the often kicked, slapped, could not eat until the most prominent cultural institutions in the delphia organized a reunion. The purpose was whites had finished, and were routinely to renew old friendships and share experi- United States. Inspired by the Hudson River passed over for promotions.’’ ences of former comrades who received re- School’s founder, Thomas Cole, Kensett was He even heard stories of some Black Ma- cruit training at Montford Point Camp, Camp commonly seen as Cole’s successor as the rines following orders to march into a river Lejeune, and New River, North Carolina. This leader to this important movement. where they soon drowned. Despite their hard- group, chaired by then Master Gunnery Ser- I encourage everyone to make time to ap- ships, the Montford Point Marines proved to geant, Brooks E. Gray, USMC, held a meeting preciate these paintings and the legacy of the be a solid force within our military, just as ca- in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, and formulated Hudson River School. pable as any group of white Marines. Origi- and developed plans for a National Reunion. nally organized to serve as a temporary surge The response was overwhelming and 400 Ma- in manpower, the Blacks trained at Montford f rines from all over the country convened at the Point comprised roughly 10 percent of the Ma- Adelphia Hotel in Philadelphia. In 1966, the PERSONAL EXPLANATION rine Corps strength during the war and were Montford Point Marine Association, Inc. re- to be disbanded after hostilities ended. ceived its Charter and founder Brooks E. Gray Montford Point Marines won praise from became the Association’s first National Presi- HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN several white officers for their heroism during dent. the seizure of Okinawa and at Iwo Jima. They Next year, the Marine Corps will officially OF MARYLAND were even sent to Nagasaki to clean up after begin teaching all their servicemen and serv- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the atomic bomb was dropped. Documented icewomen about the Montford Point Marines. by the Montford Point Marine Association, There is a museum dedicated to their service Wednesday, November 16, 2011 much of that heroism occurred with the 51st located at Camp Gilbert H. Johnson in Jack- Defense Battalion, which arrived at Saipan in sonville, North Carolina. The Montford Point Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, due to my the Mariana Islands to support the 2nd and Marines Association continues to work tire- responsibilities related to the Joint Select 4th Marine Divisions of V Amphibious Corps. lessly to preserve their stories, which serve as Committee on Deficit Reduction, I missed the While they were assisting the combat units, a reminder of the struggles behind us and the vote on final passage of H.R. 2838, the Coast one of their own, Private First Class Leroy challenges ahead. In order to truly appreciate Guard and Maritime Transportation Act. Had I Seals of Brooklyn, New York, was shot and their legacy, we must continue sharing this been able to vote, I would have voted ‘‘no.’’ died the next day of his wounds. The Montford story.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:30 Nov 17, 2011 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16NO8.007 E16NOPT1 pwalker on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E2064 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 16, 2011 Sunday, November 6, the New York Metro- San Francisco Bay Area. He was, quite sim- States Marine Corps. Cpl. Southern is a real politan Chapter of the Montford Point Marine ply, the best at his craft. He died on October American hero who nearly died on the battle- Association honored the 69th Anniversary of 3 at the age of 81 after suffering from Alz- field, losing both of his legs, one of his arms the original Montford Point Marines and the heimer’s disease. as well as part of the other arm, and a hand. 44th Anniversary of the New York Chapter at We also rise today to mourn the death of Rollin’s wife, Diane Opley Post. After 57 years On November 20, 2011, Corporal Southern is the elegant Antun’s Caterers in Queens, New tandem jumping with Team X.T.R.E.M.E. and York. The New York Chapter also acknowl- of a remarkable marriage, Diane survived her Jeremy Soles into FedEx Stadium to kickoff edged the 236th Birthday of the United States husband’s death by only a month. She died Marine Corps and honored their National Con- peacefully at their residence in Corte Madera, the game between the Washington Redskins vention Award recipients. California on November 6 at the age of 82. and the Dallas Cowboys. I ask that this poem Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join my col- Diane, and her engagement in many important by Albert Caswell be placed in the CONGRES- leagues and a very grateful nation as we con- civic activities, will be fondly remembered. SIONAL RECORD in Cpl. Southern’s honor. gratulate my dear friend James Maillard, We will miss Diane and Rollin for their friendship. And we offer our sympathy to their LOOK ABOVE President of the New York Metropolitan Chap- three children and five grandchildren and we ter and the Montford Point Marine Association Look! thank them for having shared their parents Look above! as we finally pay tribute to our courageous with us for so many wonderful years. As it’s there you will find America’s Great- first Black Marines. Rollin was born in New York City in 1930 est of all loves! f and received his undergraduate degree in po- Look above! HONORING CAPTAIN HUNG D. litical science from the University of California, At our sons and daughters, who so go off to NGUYEN UPON RECEIPT OF THE Berkeley in 1952. He started as a radio re- war . . . AIR MEDAL WITH VALOR porter for the CBS affiliate in Los Angeles in Armed but with only their most magnificent 1954, switched to television in 1957, and hearts and souls, to all of our Freedoms HON. ZOE LOFGREN moved to the Bay Area in 1961 where he to so insure! spent more than 40 years working for three So very fine and so very pure . . . with such OF CALIFORNIA courage, and such might . . . And such IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES television stations—KPIX, the CBS affiliate, KQED, a public television station, and KRON, faith so evermore! Wednesday, November 16, 2011 the NBC affiliate. Look above, at such Strength In Honor . . . Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. Rollin represented the best of political jour- All at the ones who America so loves! Speaker, I rise to acknowledge and honor nalism. His deep understanding and knowl- As it’s there you will find, the true sum of Captain Hung D. Nguyen upon his award of edge of the issues and the California elec- the meaning of the word love! the Air Medal with Valor. torate were unparalleled. His analysis of state Such selfless sacrifice . . . such brilliant of all lights, coming down to you now The Air Medal was established by Executive and national events truly informed his viewers. Order in 1942 to honor any person serving in from above! When ‘‘gotcha’’ journalism became the norm The ones who bring such tears to the angels the Armed Forces who distinguishes him or in his industry, Rollin stayed true to his beliefs eyes, so high above! herself by ‘‘meritorious achievement while par- about what it took to be a really good jour- The ones who go off to war, and come back ticipating in aerial flight.’’ nalist. home without arms and legs no more! On August 9, 2009, Captain Hung D. Rollin informed himself before his inter- And who now so lie, all in such soft cold Nguyen was copilot on one of the ships sent views, asked his questions, and then asked quiet graves . . . to recover five Afghan soldiers seriously them again if he didn’t feel they had been Who with their Mothers and Fathers tears, wounded in Kandahar, Afghanistan. Through properly answered. He was very tough but he our freedom’s are so paved! intense small arms and rocket propelled gre- was fair. He respected his viewers by holding Teaching us all so how to behave! nade fire, Captain Nguyen was able to load politicians to high standards. Rollin was a man So look above, and it’s there you will find four of the five wounded soldiers on his air- of high integrity, and his love of journalism and and so see the meaning of the word pa- craft. politics showed in every broadcast. triotism this day! Captain Nguyen’s calm demeanor and lead- Our country is poorer today in the absence Coming down to us all in this way . . . ership while providing time critical navigation of his excellent reporting. And take comfort, all in that we have such and communications, identifying the landing We ask our colleagues to join us in remem- men as Tyler Southern on this very zone, and directing the pilot to perform eva- bering Rollin Post and in honoring him for his day! sive maneuvers saved sixteen lives and two efforts as a journalist to keep our country in- Marines, whose fine hearts shall never wave! aircraft. formed, its politicians honest, and the journal- Who so gave up his strong arm and fine legs! It was my honor and privilege to recognize istic profession serious. Ooo Rah . . . JAR HEAD! ‘Oh what your Captain Hung D. Nguyen at a ceremony while f most magnificent life has so said! I was home in my district. The outstanding PERSONAL EXPLANATION And take comfort, all in his most magnifi- heroism displayed deserves great recognition cent shades of green! by the entire United States, the nation he has All because of The Army, Navy, Air Force, HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART Coast Guard, OF FLORIDA so selflessly served. Captain Hung D. Nguyen And The United States Marines! We All Now has the respect and gratitude of all Americans. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES So Live In Peace! f Wednesday, November 16, 2011 And as you lay your head’s down to sleep, all IN MEMORY OF ROLLIN POST Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall in your hearts and souls so ever No. 840, I was unable to make the vote. Had keep . . . I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ A warm spot for all of these . . . Heroes so HON. GEORGE MILLER very deep! OF CALIFORNIA f And for all of those families who now so IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES COMMENDING THE SERVICE OF weep! Wednesday, November 16, 2011 CORPORAL TYLER SOUTHERN TO And look above and thank them all, all in Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Mr. THE UNITED STATES OF AMER- your hearts of love to keep! Speaker, Ms. PELOSI, Ms. ESHOO and I rise in ICA Men Tyler who are First To Fight, whose the memory of Rollin Post, a distinguished fine heart ignite! journalist, beloved husband, and proud father HON. HEATH SHULER And take comfort in knowing of, America’s and grandfather, great American, and dear OF NORTH CAROLINA Greatest of All Loves! IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Now Look, Look Above! friend. Rollin was a radio reporter and then tele- Wednesday, November 16, 2011 vision journalist in California for more than four Mr. SHULER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to decades, spending most of his career in the honor Corporal Tyler J. Southern of the United

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:30 Nov 17, 2011 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A16NO8.009 E16NOPT1 pwalker on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS November 16, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2065 HONORING LIEUTENANT COLONEL until November 15, as I was attending to fam- OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL GEORGE G. DONA, MAJOR MARY ily matters surrounding the birth of my son. DEBT O. JENNINGS HEGAR, SENIOR f MASTER SERGEANT STEVE R. BURT, AND TECHNICAL SER- A TRIBUTE TO JOLENE KOESTER, HON. MIKE COFFMAN PRESIDENT OF CALIFORNIA GEANT TIEJIE A. JONES UPON OF COLORADO STATE UNIVERSITY, NORTH- RECEIPT OF THE DISTINGUISHED IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FLYING CROSS WITH VALOR RIDGE Wednesday, November 16, 2011 HON. ZOE LOFGREN HON. BRAD SHERMAN OF CALIFORIA Mr. COFFMAN of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES today for the first time our national debt has IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES surpassed $15 trillion dollars. Currently, our Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Wednesday, November 16, 2011 national debt is $15,033,607,255,920.32. Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to On January 6, 2009, the start of the 111th Speaker, I rise to acknowledge and honor honor the extraordinary leadership and service Congress, the national debt was Lieutenant Colonel George G. Dona, Major of Dr. Jolene Koester. Dr. Koester began her $10,638,425,746,293.80. appointment as the fourth president of Cali- Mary O. Jennings Hegar, Senior Master Ser- This means the national debt has increased fornia State University, Northridge on July 1, geant Steve R. Burt, and Technical Sergeant by $4,395,181,509,626.52 since then. This 2000, one of the largest campuses in the 23- Tiejie A. Jones upon their award of the Distin- campus California State University system. In debt and its interest payments we are passing guished Flying Cross with Valor. to our children and all future Americans. The Distinguished Flying Cross is America’s May 2011, she announced her plans to step down as president at the end of December oldest military aviation award. In 1926, the f 69th Congress established the Distinguished 2011 and subsequently retire from The Cali- Flying Cross to honor any person serving in fornia State University. HONORING SENIOR MASTER SER- California State University, Northridge is a the Armed Forces who distinguishes him or GEANT LARRY I. HIYAKUMOTO vibrant, diverse university community of more herself ‘‘by heroism or extraordinary achieve- AND STAFF SERGEANT JOSHUA than 36,000 students served by 4,000 faculty ment while participating in an aerial flight.’’ M. WEBSTER UPON RECEIPT OF and staff. The University plays an indispen- On July 29, 2009, Lieutenant Colonel THE DISTINGUISHED FLYING sable role in the San Fernando Valley as an George G. Dona, Major Mary O. Jennings CROSS WITH VALOR intellectual, cultural and economic driver. Hegar, Senior Master Sergeant Steve R. Burt, Under her leadership, the University has im- and Technical Sergeant Tiejie A. Jones evacu- proved graduation rates, received record lev- HON. ZOE LOFGREN ated three United States soldiers injured when els of fundraising, and become known for its their convoy was attacked near Kandahar Air- culture of collaboration. Dr. Koester’s vision OF CALIFORNIA field, Afghanistan. Colonel Dona and Major and determination led to the development of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hegar were injured when a bullet pierced their the Valley Performing Arts Center at California Wednesday, November 16, 2011 aircraft’s window, injuring Major Hegar’s arm State University, Northridge—the first world- and Colonel Dona’s leg. Despite the heavy class concert hall for nearly 2 million residents Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. fire, the pararescue team departed the aircraft of the San Fernando Valley. During her ten- Speaker, I rise to acknowledge and honor to assist with the medical evacuation. How- ure, she has increased the overall stature of Senior Master Sergeant Larry I. Hiyakumoto ever, the aircraft was forced out of the landing Cal State Northridge, resulting in improved vis- and Staff Sergeant Joshua M. Webster upon zone. After several minutes airborne, Major ibility and relationships in the San Fernando their award of the Distinguished Flying Cross Hegar and Colonel Dona voluntarily risked Valley and Los Angeles. with Valor. their lives to return and rescue their patients Known nationally for her leadership in the The Distinguished Flying Cross is America’s and pararescuemen from the ambush. area of higher education, Dr. Koester is a While still under attack, Sergeant Jones as- oldest military aviation award. In 1926, the member and past chair of the Board of Direc- 69th Congress established the Distinguished sisted with loading the casualties and Ser- tors for the American Association of State Col- geant Burt aided the pilots during takeoff to Flying Cross to honor any person serving in leges and Universities. Dr. Koester serves the the Armed Forces who distinguishes him or keep the aircraft functional. Due to fuel loss greater Los Angeles community on the boards from the number one engine, the crew had to herself ‘‘by heroism or extraordinary achieve- of directors for the Los Angeles Area Chamber ment while participating in an aerial flight.’’ land less than two miles away. Sergeant Burt of Commerce, the Valley Economic Alliance, administered first aid and assisted in the On June 27, 2010, Senior Master Sergeant and the Valley Industry and Commerce Asso- Larry I. Hiyakumoto and Staff Sergeant Josh- transfer of patients to another aircraft. Their ciation. She also is a board member of the bravery saved three patients and ensured the ua M. Webster participated in eight non-stop Los Angeles World Affairs Council and the Los Casualty Evacuation missions near Bagram survival of the crew. Angeles Jobs and Economy Committee. She It was my honor and privilege to recognize Airfield, Afghanistan. They rescued and treat- has received numerous awards and recogni- Lieutenant Colonel George G. Dona, Major ed wounded personnel for nearly seven tions for her leadership in the Los Angeles re- Mary O. Jennings Hegar, Senior Master Ser- straight hours. gion. geant Steve R. Burt, and Technical Sergeant Prior to her appointment at Cal State On one mission, Sergeant Webster was Tiejie A. Jones at a ceremony while I was Northridge, Dr. Koester served as provost and hoisted down from the helicopter while Ser- home in my district. The outstanding heroism vice president for Academic Affairs at Cali- geant Hiyakumoto manned the aircraft’s ma- displayed deserves great recognition by the fornia State University, Sacramento. Before chine gun. While braving enemy fire, Sergeant entire United States, the nation they have so her service as provost, she held other execu- Webster pulled a wounded soldier to safety. selflessly served. Lieutenant Colonel George tive positions in the academic affairs division Sergeant Hiyakumoto then began to treat the G. Dona, Major Mary O. Jennings Hegar, Sen- at Sacramento State, and was a faculty mem- soldier for multiple broken bones and trau- ior Master Sergeant Steve R. Burt, and Tech- ber there, as a professor of communication matic head injuries. Sergeant Hiyakumoto and nical Sergeant Tiejie A. Jones have the re- studies, since 1980. She earned a Bachelor’s Sergeant Webster ultimately saved thirteen spect and gratitude of all Americans. of Arts from the University of Minnesota in United States soldiers and coalition forces. f 1970, a Master’s of Arts in communication arts It was my honor and privilege to recognize PERSONAL EXPLANATION from the University of Wisconsin-Madison in Senior Master Sergeant Larry I. Hiyakumoto 1971, and a Ph.D. in speech communication and Staff Sergeant Joshua M. Webster at a HON. CHRISTOPHER S. MURPHY from Minnesota in 1980. ceremony while I was home in my district. The Mr. Speaker, I wish to extend my heartfelt outstanding heroism displayed deserves great OF CONNECTICUT gratitude to Dr. Koester for her commitment to recognition by the entire United States, the na- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES furthering the excellence of California State tion they have so selflessly served. Senior Wednesday, November 16, 2011 University, Northridge. She is an extraordinary Master Sergeant Larry I. Hiyakumoto and Staff Mr. MURPHY of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, leader whose legacy will succeed her for dec- Sergeant Joshua M. Webster have the respect I was unavoidably detained from November 1 ades to come. and gratitude of all Americans.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:30 Nov 17, 2011 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K16NO8.012 E16NOPT1 pwalker on DSK5TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E2066 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 16, 2011 PERSONAL EXPLANATION banned. This ban would include thousands of Keegan’s actions directly contributed to the healthy products that could no longer be mar- widespread acclaim of the Pedro operation, HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART keted to children, including most soups, cere- giving much needed peace of mind to troops als, yogurt, bread, and cheese—all foods de- conducting ground combat operations. OF FLORIDA termined beneficial for participants in the Sup- It was my honor and privilege to recognize IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES plemental Nutrition Program for Women, In- Major Keegan at a ceremony while I was Wednesday, November 16, 2011 fants and Children (WIC). It is shocking that home in my district. The outstanding heroism the Federal Government would be working to displayed deserves great recognition by the Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall limit the advertising of foods like low fat and entire United States, the nation he has so self- No. 839, I was unable to make the vote. Had fat free dairy products which play a vital role lessly served. Major Keegan has the respect I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ in the diets of children and adolescents. and gratitude of all Americans. f While I have strong concerns about nutri- f tional products that would be affected by the ENCOURAGE AMERICANS TO LIS- IWG’s marketing guidelines, it is important to RECOGNIZING DPU AND AUSIB TEN TO OUR COMBAT VETERANS note how far reaching these guidelines are. FOR HOSTING HISTORIC INDO- The IWG defined marketing to include pack- U.S. EDUCATION CONCLAVE 2011 HON. BOB FILNER aging, point of sale displays, text messages, OF CALIFORNIA sponsorships, philanthropic activity, and even HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the shape of food. These guidelines would OF AMERICAN SAMOA limit the ability of companies to sponsor a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wednesday, November 16, 2011 sporting event or to partner in a charitable ac- Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker, I have recently tivity because it could be seen as marketing to introduced a resolution that encourages every children. Does the Federal Government really Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, I rise American to spend Veterans Day as a national want to be telling a company that they can’t today to recognize Dr. P.D. Patil and the DPU day of listening to the experiences and stories be involved in their communities in these University of which he is Chancellor for his vi- of our nation’s combat veterans, H. Res. 456. ways? This will be harmful to the communities sionary leadership in partnering with Mr. With more than 1.7 million veterans who while doing little to benefit children’s nutritional Sanjay Puri of the Alliance for U.S.-India Busi- have served tours of duty in the most recent health. ness (AUSIB), and with the State Legislative conflicts in Iraq and Afghanistan, a whole new The IWG guidelines are just another exam- Leaders Foundation (SLLF), to host the Indo- generation of heroes has returned home from ple of excessive government red tape. I urge U.S. Education Conclave 2011, a first-of-its- war and started the transition from military life the IWG to withdraw this proposal. kind global educational event to be held in to civilian life. These veterans have joined the Pune, India from December 5–7, 2011. f ranks of the nearly 22 million military veterans This event brings together prominent think- in the United States. HONORING MAJOR THOMAS W. ers from the fields of education, politics and These honorable men and women who KEEGAN UPON RECEIPT OF THE business for purposes of promoting the high- have served in our armed forces have experi- DISTINGUISHED FLYING CROSS est standards of education, value systems and enced unique and sometimes incomprehen- WITH VALOR governance. The Summit aims to build part- sible things while serving our country and as nerships between Indian and American univer- they have returned home. We owe them an HON. ZOE LOFGREN sities in line with the Obama-Singh 21st Cen- immense debt of gratitude—and we can ex- tury Knowledge Initiative (OSI) launched last OF CALIFORNIA press our appreciation by asking about and year. listening to their experiences. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Given the importance of this first Indo-U.S. My resolution, H. Res. 456, calls upon all Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Education Conclave, I want to publicly com- Americans to observe Veterans Day by offer- mend Dr. Patil who I had the privilege of Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. hosting in Washington, D.C. I am well aware ing to listen with respect and without judgment Speaker, I rise to acknowledge and honor to the stories of combat veterans from all con- of what Dr. Patil has done for the rising gen- Major Thomas W. Keegan upon his award of eration and, in tribute of his work and mission, flicts. Veterans often feel less isolated and suf- the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor. fer less when they are offered the chance to I have honored him in the CONGRESSIONAL The Distinguished Flying Cross is America’s have ordinary, civilian citizens simply listen to RECORD because I share his vision of edu- oldest military aviation award. In 1926, the them recount their experiences serving their cation. 69th Congress established the Distinguished country. Education isn’t just about collecting and dis- Flying Cross to honor any person serving in tributing knowledge. Education is about the I invite my colleagues to join with me and the Armed Forces who distinguishes him or development of character and the acquisition encourage all citizens to honor the service of herself ‘‘by heroism or extraordinary achieve- of truth. Education is about offering one’s best our nation’s veterans this Veterans Day by lis- ment while participating in an aerial flight.’’ to the world and I thank Dr. Patil for offering tening to them share the stories of their mili- On June 29, 2009, Major Keegan led a two- his best to us. tary service. ship formation near Bastion Forward Oper- I also commend Mr. Puri for his work. As f ating Base in Afghanistan on an urgent med- President Obama has stated, the U.S.-India ical evacuation into the hostile Helmand Prov- partnership is ‘‘one of the defining relation- INTERAGENCY WORKING GROUP ince. The ship formation, call sign Pedro35 (IWG) GUIDELINES ships of the 21st century,’’ and having worked flight, had four missions that day, the first and with Mr. Puri for more than a decade, I can second of which were to a point of injury assure my colleagues that the U.S.-India rela- HON. BOB GOODLATTE where a British vehicle had overturned into a tionship is stronger because of his advocacy OF VIRGINIA canal. While on approach to the site, Major for and on behalf of India and Indian Ameri- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Keegan noted friendly armored personnel car- cans. His passion for education and his rela- riers firing outbound from his three o’clock po- tionships with key Members in the House and Wednesday, November 16, 2011 sition. In response, Major Keegan broke his Senate will ensure the success of the Obama- Mr. GOODLATTE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today aircraft through multiple gun patterns directly Singh Knowledge Initiative. to express my deep concern over the draft between the enemy compound and origin of Once more, I thank DPU, AUSIB, and the guidelines by the Interagency Working Group fire and the defenseless aircraft on the ground SLLF for expanding cultural, economic, edu- (IWG) on Food Marketed to Children. These conducting evacuation operations. cational and political ties between the two guidelines would state that food must meet Major Keegan’s heroism and willingness to largest democracies in the world. These orga- certain nutritional standards to be marketed to highlight himself, aircraft, and crew to draw nizations deserve our support for expanding children. Quite frankly, these guidelines are so enemy fire away from the patients and vulner- the presence of American universities across draconian that the advertising of nearly all able aircraft allowed the flight to successful India, a country that sends more students to foods to children and adolescents would be extract a wounded British soldier. Major the USA than any other country in the world.

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OF NEW YORK At the end of the war, the 369th returned to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES New York City, and in February 1919, paraded HON. ZOE LOFGREN Wednesday, November 16, 2011 through the city. Thousands lined the streets OF CALIFORNIA to see them: the parade began on Fifth Ave- Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, as a veteran of nue at 61st Street, proceeded uptown past IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Korean War, known today as the ‘‘Forgot- ranks of white bystanders, turned west on Wednesday, November 16, 2011 ten War’’, I am honored with great American 110th Street, and then swung on to Lenox Av- pride and democracy to salute all my fellow enue, and marched into Harlem, where black comrades, buddies and all of the officers and Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. New Yorkers packed the sidewalks to see Speaker, I rise to acknowledge and honor members of The 369th Veterans’ Association them. The parade became a marker of African on this very special day as we celebrate Vet- Lieutenant Colonel Rhys W. Hunt, 2nd Lieu- American service to the nation, a frequent tenant Andrew S. Hedin, and Chief Master erans Day 11–11–11. point of reference for those campaigning for First organized in 1916 as the 15th New Sergeant Jason R. Red upon their award of civil rights. In the 1920s and 1930s, the 369th the Distinguished Flying Cross with Valor. York National Guard Infantry Regiment and was a regular presence on Harlem’s streets, manned by black enlisted soldiers with both each year marching through the neighborhood The Distinguished Flying Cross is America’s black and white officers, the U.S. Army’s from their Armory to catch a train to their an- oldest military aviation award. In 1926, the 369th Infantry Regiment, popularly known as nual summer camp, and then back through 69th Congress established the Distinguished the ‘‘Harlem Hellfighters,’’ was the best-known the neighborhood on their return two weeks Flying Cross to honor any person serving in African American unit of World War I. Federal- later the Armed Forces who distinguishes him or ized in 1917, it prepared for service in Europe In World War II, the formation was orga- herself ‘‘by heroism or extraordinary achieve- and arrived in Brest in December. The next ment while participating in an aerial flight.’’ month, the regiment became part of the 93rd nized as the 369th Antiaircraft Artillery Regi- Division (Provisional) and continued its train- ment, and served in Hawaii and along the On August 9, 2009, Lieutenant Colonel ing, now under French instructors. In March, West Coast. The Harlem Hellfighters have Rhys W. Hunt, 2nd Lieutenant Andrew S. the regiment finally received its Federal des- served in every major conflict since its incep- Hedin, and Chief Master Sergeant Jason R. ignation and was reorganized and reequipped tion, including Desert Storm, Iraqi Freedom, Red participated in a heroic mission near according to the French model. That summer, and the War on Terrorism in Afghanistan. The Kandahar Airfield in Afghanistan. Colonel Hunt the 369th was integrated into the French 161st unit survives today under the command of flew the lead aircraft, PEDRO 15, in an effort Division and began combat operations. Colonel Reginald Sanders as the 369th to save five critically wounded American sol- Dubbing themselves ‘‘Men of Bronze,’’ the Sustainment Brigade Battalion of the New diers from an ongoing firefight. A Navy SEAL soldiers of the 369th were lucky in many ways York Army National Guard. Team, call sign JAGUAR 09, was taking compared to other African Americans in 1918 As a veteran myself in a so-called ‘‘Forgot- heavy fire by a larger force of Taliban fighters. France. They enjoyed a continuity of leader- ten War’’ in American history, I know what it The team, including their five wounded, was ship, commanded throughout the war by one is like to come home and feel unrecognized. holed-up in a walled compound and needed of their original organizers and proponents, On the eve of 11–11–11, the United States immediate evacuation. Colonel William Hayward. Unlike many white Senate passed legislation, which the United Despite the potential of enemy fire, Lieuten- officers serving in the black regiments, Colonel States House of Representatives voted unani- ant Hedin supervised the loading of four of the Hayward respected his troops, dedicated him- mously 422–0 to honor the Montford Point Ma- wounded before the aircraft cabin ran out of self to their well-being, and leveraged his polit- rines with the nation’s highest civilian honor, space. Colonel Hunt directed his wingman to ical connections to secure support from New the Congressional Gold Medal. These truly begin an approach to load the final patient, but Yorkers. great American men fought in some of the as PEDRO 15 began its climb out of the zone, Spending over six months in combat, per- bloodiest battles of World War II—the first it came under fire so intense that both Lieu- haps the longest of any American unit in the Black Marines in the Navy. After 70 years, tenant Hedin and Colonel Hunt felt the con- war, the 369th suffered approximately fifteen they have finally received the honor they de- cussion from the blast. Lieutenant Hedin en- hundred casualties but received only nine hun- serve for a legacy we must not forget to pass gaged an enemy squad, temporarily sup- dred replacements. Unit histories claimed they on to our future generations. pressing the threat. Chief Red took tactical were the first unit to cross the Rhine; they per- Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join my col- lead of the aircraft, calling a break in the op- formed well at Chateau-Thierry and Belleau leagues and a very grateful nation in very spe- posite direction. Putting himself in grave dan- Wood, earning the epithet ‘‘Hell Fighters’’ from cial congressional salute to my dear friend ger, Chief Red then directed the gunnery pat- their enemies. Whereas African American General Nathaniel James, Retired, National tern by positioning himself almost completely valor usually went unrecognized, well over one President and all of the officers and members out of the aircraft in order to maintain visual hundred members of the regiment received of The 369th Veterans’ Association, Inc. as we contact with the enemy. This allowed Colonel American and/or French medals, including the celebrate our Veterans Day 11–11–11. Hunt and Lieutenant Hedin to protect their vul- first two Americans—Corporal Henry Johnson nerable wingman by attacking the enemy and Private Needham Roberts—to be award- f squad from multiple directions. The crew’s im- ed the coveted French Croix de Guerre. mense bravery and superb airmanship saved The most celebrated man in the 369th was PERSONAL EXPLANATION the lives of 16 people and two aircraft. Pvt. Henry Lincoln Johnson, a former Albany, New York, rail station porter, who earned the It was my honor and privilege to recognize nickname ‘‘Black Death’’ for his actions in HON. MARIO DIAZ-BALART Lieutenant Colonel Rhys W. Hunt, 2nd Lieu- combat in France. In May 1918, Johnson and tenant Andrew S. Hedin, and Chief Master OF FLORIDA Pvt. Needham. Roberts fought off a 24-man Sergeant Jason R. Red at a ceremony while German patrol, though both were severely IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I was home in my district. The outstanding wounded. After, they expended their ammuni- Wednesday, November 16, 2011 heroism displayed by these men deserves tion, Roberts used his rifle as a club and great recognition by the entire United States, Johnson battled with a bolo knife. Johnson Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall the nation they have so selflessly served. was the first American to receive the Croix de No. 838, I was unable to make the vote. Had They have the respect and gratitude of all Guerre awarded by the French government. I been present, I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ Americans.

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As a result, just about anyone IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Committee on Deficit Reduction, I missed the can easily manipulate the system to fund vote on the rule of H. Res. 463, the National criminal activity. Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Right-to-Carry Reciprocity Act. Had I been Ms. ZOE LOFGREN of California. Mr. able to vote, I would have voted ‘‘no.’’ Here is an example from an investigation in New York by the Manhattan District Attorney. Speaker, I rise to acknowledge and honor f The office announced investigations involving Major Mathew C. Wenthe and Technical Ser- CONGRATULATING THE RUN: MOV- the movement of funds through banks in New geant Joseph R. Kenney upon their award of ING NATURAL MEDICINE FOR- York by entities controlled by the Iranian Mili- the Air Medal with Valor. WARD tary. In at least two cases, domestic shell The Air Medal was established by Executive Order in 1942 to honor any person serving in companies were opened in two different states the Armed Forces who distinguishes him or to further secret Iranian interests. Through a HON. JAMES A. HIMES herself by ‘‘meritorious achievement while par- New York shell company, individuals working OF CONNECTICUT ticipating in aerial flight.’’ on behalf of the government of Iran were able IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES On June 29, 2009, Major Mathew C. to move funds to secret accounts held in off- Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Wenthe and Technical Sergeant Joseph R. shore jurisdictions. Shockingly, the offshore Mr. HIMES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Kenney conducted multiple urgent medical government was able to give the Manhattan evacuation missions into the Babaki area of congratulate the participants of a 3,250 mile DA more information about the ownership of race across the United States organized to the Helmand Province in Afghanistan. During the New York entity than the state of New their flights to the site where a British vehicle promote natural health care options. Called York could. The Run, this is the first-ever endurance event was overturned into a canal, their aircraft ma- organized to raise awareness about naturo- Although the DA does not contend that re- neuvered through small arms fire and rocket pathic medicine. The race will conclude tomor- quiring a declaration of beneficial ownership propelled grenades. row, Thursday, November 17, at the University would have stopped this activity, it would have Without regard for their own personal safety, of Bridgeport. at least been a piece of evidence to go on. Major Wenthe and Technical Sergeant Kenney Through a four month, ninety city journey, And if the declaration of beneficial ownership reengaged the enemy compound from where The Run: Moving Natural Medicine Forward had been required but falsified, it would have they had just been attacked. They exhibited has endeavored to promote the causes of nat- been an extra tool for law enforcement to shut bravery by putting themselves in danger to ural medicine, including the benefits of sus- down the entity and prosecute the perpetra- draw enemy fire to protect another aircraft on tainable, quality holistic health care and the tors. the ground. It was my honor and privilege to recognize importance of healthy lifestyle management The bill I am introducing today will provide and health maintenance. By running an aver- Major Mathew C. Wenthe and Technical Ser- the kind of transparency that law enforcement geant Joseph R. Kenney at a ceremony while age of 30 miles per day, Dr. Dennis Godby needs to investigate financial crimes. How- and his family have helped bring attention to I was home in my district. The outstanding ever, it is narrowly drafted so that it is not heroism displayed deserves great recognition the urgent need to transform our nation’s overly burdensome on either states or incor- health. by the entire United States, the nation they porating entities. In fact, most corporations have so selflessly served. Major Mathew C. I wish the best of luck to Dr. Godby, his would be exempt from the bill’s requirements family and team, and the students and faculty Wenthe and Technical Sergeant Joseph R. including companies that are already regulated at the University of Bridgeport’s School of Na- Kenney have the respect and gratitude of all by federal banking regulators and companies turopathic Medicine as they work to improve Americans. that are over 20 employees and $10 million in the health of our country. revenue. f f This bill is meant to capture beneficial own- CONGRATULATING PROFESSOR INTRODUCTION OF THE INCORPO- ership information from companies that are RATION TRANSPARENCY AND JAMES MAY, RECIPIENT OF THE able to escape regulation and oversight 2011 PROFESSOR OF THE YEAR LAW ENFORCEMENT ASSISTANT through other federal entities. ACT AWARD Senator LEVIN has already introduced a similar bill in the Senate, and President HON. DANIEL WEBSTER HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY Obama was the lead sponsor when he was a OF FLORIDA OF NEW YORK U.S. Senator. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In a recent CNN editorial, Global Witness Wednesday, November 16, 2011 stated, ‘‘Setting a standard for collecting infor- Wednesday, November 16, 2011 Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today mation about the true owner of a company Mr. WEBSTER. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to introduce the Incorporation Transparency would level the playing field between the to congratulate Professor James May for and Law Enforcement Assistance Act. The bill states while preventing terrorists, drug traf- being named the 2011 Professor of the Year would require the states to obtain information fickers and kleptocrats from hiding behind cor- by the Council for Advancement and Support about the true ownership of the corporation, porate secrecy.’’ of Education and the Carnegie Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. This distin- when incorporation papers are filed with the The bill is supported by numerous law en- state. guished recognition is the only national award forcement associations, including the Federal As some have put it, this bill is a ‘‘no- for excellence in undergraduate teaching and Law Enforcement Officers Association, the brainer.’’ And it is fairly straightforward: it mentoring. Fraternal Order of Police, the National Asso- would require that the person creating the cor- May is a professor of English as a Second ciation of Assistant United States Attorneys, poration state the ‘‘beneficial owner’’ of the Language at Valencia Community College’s the National Narcotic Officers’ Associations corporation and provide some form of identi- East Campus, and is highly regarded for his fication. Coalition, the United States Marshals Service innovative and zealous approach to education. Although this is as straightforward as it Association, and the Association of Former He is dedicated to providing his students with sounds, the implications for law enforcement ATF Agents. the tools they need to succeed in his courses, are broad reaching. Criminal organizations are I urge my colleagues to support this impor- creatively incorporating mobile devices and infamous for using shell corporations, both for- tant legislation. online tools such as Google docs and

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