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Extensions of Remarks E536 HON. CHRIS VAN E536 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 16, 2012 JUMPSTART OUR BUSINESS There was nothing else like the Dome—the Now, let’s play ball. STARTUPS ACT Eighth Wonder of the World. The players And that’s just the way it is. would stand in centerfield and hit balls straight SPEECH OF up to see if they could hit the roof. And, who f HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN could forget the gun slinging cowboy on the TRIBUTE TO COL. JOHN K. OF MARYLAND scoreboard? As a parent, I brought my kids to CARNEY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the games. They wore Nolan Ryan’s number Tuesday, March 27, 2012 34 and cheered for players like Terry Puhl, Joe Niekro, Craig Reynolds, Alan Ashby, Billy HON. SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Madam Speaker, the Doran and Jose Cru-u-u-u-u-u-u-z. Last sea- OF WEST VIRGINIA Senate amendment to the Jumpstart Our Busi- son, I watched alongside my grandkids as the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ness Startups, JOBS, Act represents an im- train moves along the track, high above the Monday, April 16, 2012 provement over the original House-passed new stadium—Minute Maid Park—whenever version of this legislation, and I will support it Mrs. CAPITO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Biggio, Bagwell and Berkman (the Killer B’s) recognize the lifetime accomplishments of today. hit homeruns. Two of my favorite players hap- Specifically, today’s legislation strengthens Colonel John K. Carney. Col. Carney, origi- pen to be none other than Kingwood’s own, nally from Braxton County, West Virginia, the crowdfunding provisions of the JOBS Act Phil ‘‘Scrap-Iron’’ Garner (later coach of the by adding important investor protections. passed away less than one month ago on Astros) and Craig Reynolds. March 17, 2012. He was a World War II vet- Under the revised bill, crowdfunding issuances With all of the legends of the past, you may eran and worked more than 38 years in gov- will have to be offered through either an SEC- not know that we live amongst another base- ernment service. registered broker or an SEC-registered fund- ball legend: Coach David Sitton. Coach Sitton Col. Carney began his military career in ing portal, which will further protect investors started his baseball career as a pitcher for 1941 serving for the United States Air Force. by improving accountability and enhancing Humble High School. Lucky for us, he re- Throughout his tenure, he supervised an array regulatory oversight. Additionally, the max- turned to his alma mater and never hung up of management and logistics programs for the imum amount permitted to be raised in any his cleats. For 28 seasons, Coach Sitton has Air Force both in the United States and one crowdfunding issuance has been reduced led his team and truth be told, the folks in abroad. His overseas assignments included from $2 million to $1 million, and the max- Humble would be lost without Coach Sitton. tours in South America, Trinidad, and Saudi imum amount a non-accredited investor can Some say he bleeds purple, and I don’t ques- Arabia, in addition to two tours in the Phil- invest has been limited to $2000 or 5 percent tion it. ippines. His final six years in the military were of income for those earning less than It is said that the measure of a man is the spent in the Pentagon at Air Force Head- $100,000, and the lesser of $10,000 or 10 influence that he has on the lives of others. quarters. Here, he worked in the Office of the percent of income for those earning more than Coach Sitton has undoubtedly made a lasting Secretary of Defense where he headed joint $100,000. impact on the many students and teachers he service planning and negotiating groups lead- Madam Speaker, innovation and entrepre- has worked with over his career. He has guid- ing to the consolidation of major logistics func- neurship in markets governed by clear and fair ed the Wildcats to 8 District Championships, 2 tions within the Department of Defense. rules of the road has always been the key to Regional Semi Finals, 2 Regional Finals, 17 After 24 years of military service with the Air our economic success. While I believe that playoff appearances and been named Coach Force, Col. Carney retired in 1966. It was at there are stronger job creation measures we of the Year 9 times. Throughout Coach this time when he began a second career with can and should be considering today, and that Sitton’s tenure, more than 80 players have the General Services Administration. While this legislation will itself merit continued over- gone on to play college baseball, and some working with the GSA, he pursued the devel- sight to ensure it is in fact striking an appro- went on to play professionally. And, on Feb- opment of a government-wide national supply priate regulatory balance, I will support it today ruary 23rd, he led his team to another signifi- system, which entailed a series of negotiations for the benefit it may provide. cant milestone: 500 career wins. f Our hometown hero Coach Sitton also has between the Department of Defense and other federal agencies. He retired a second time in COACH DAVID SITTON—500 WINS done great things off the field. He has volun- teered many hours to numerous community 1980 from his position as Director of Supply activities and non-profit organizations. He cre- Policy. HON. TED POE ated the Houston Area Baseball Coaches As- Along with his dedication to his work, Col. OF TEXAS sociation. This association raises money for Carney was committed to his community and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES scholarships and helps unsigned players find family life as well. While living in Springfield, Monday, April 16, 2012 colleges to further their playing skills. But, his Virginia, he played an integral role in the Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, it’s that remarkable contributions to our town were al- founding of St. Bernadette Catholic Church. It time of year again; backyards and ballparks most taken away too soon. On January 12, was in Springfield where he and his wife are back in full swing. There’s nothing like a 2009, Coach Sitton was involved in a near- raised their six children, sixteen grandchildren, day, or night, at the ballpark. I remember fatal motorcycle accident, suffering multiple and nineteen great-grandchildren. going to the Houston Buffs games over on the fractures, head trauma, a broken nose, bleed- Mr. Speaker, the level of devotion to both Gulf Freeway, where Finger’s is now, and to ing in his brain, 2 cracked ribs and a broken family and country by Col. Carney is one de- Colt Stadium to watch the Colt 45s. When the pelvis. The community immediately acted to serving of great honor and respect. wind blew, the wooden bleachers at Colt Sta- help Coach Sitton and his family. They set up I wish to thank Col. Carney for his years of dium would sway. It was a big deal back then an account so that friends and family could service and Braxton County is fortunate to re- to go to a game. Most of the time, we listened donate money to help pay for medical ex- member him as one of their own. to the broadcast on a transistor radio. (Are penses and they cooked and delivered meals f there any of those left?) If you can’t be there to the family during his recovery. The out- in-person, there’s nothing really quite like lis- pouring of support from the Humble/Kingwood HONORING FIRE CHIEF MACK tening to a game on the radio. community was in true fashion of Wildcat BORCHARDT Then came the Astrodome. The first game Pride. was played there on April 9, 1965 against the We are grateful and blessed that he sur- HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS New York Yankees. Governor John Connally vived and, remarkably, is once again dedi- OF TEXAS threw out the first pitch, and President Lyndon cating all of his time to our local community. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES B. Johnson and First Lady Lady Bird joined The community is proud of Coach David Sitton Astros President Roy Hofheinz in his suite. for all of his accomplishments as a coach and Monday, April 16, 2012 There were so many flashes going off that it a leader. His most recent victory was winning Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to was blinding. The Astrodome was a marvel to his 500th game as the head coach of the honor Fire Chief Mack Borchardt, the Texas the world, the ushering in of indoor baseball. Humble Wildcats. We are lucky that he will Fire Chiefs Association’s 2011 Fire Chief of Even with the great home run kings Mickey continue to provide positive mentorship as a the Year. It is my privilege to publicly recog- Mantle and Roger Maris playing for Bronx coach, husband, father, role model and educa- nize citizens, notably among them Chief Bombers, the Astros beat the Yankees 2–1 in tor. The Wildcats, and the entire city of Hum- Borchardt, for dedicating themselves to the 12 innings (those were the days). ble, are fortunate to call him one of our own. safety and well-being of their communities. VerDate Mar 15 2010 06:07 Apr 17, 2012 Jkt 019060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16AP8.050 E16APPT1 pwalker on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS April 16, 2012 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E537 Chief Borchardt exemplifies the role of Fire their perfect season with an NCAA champion- IN RECOGNITION OF ARGYLE HIGH Chief for the city of Frisco, Texas.
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