Congressional Record United States Th of America PROCEEDINGS and DEBATES of the 107 CONGRESS, SECOND SESSION

E PL UR UM IB N U U S Congressional Record United States th of America PROCEEDINGS AND DEBATES OF THE 107 CONGRESS, SECOND SESSION

Vol. 148 WASHINGTON, FRIDAY, MAY 17, 2002 No. 64 House of Representatives The House was not in session today. Its next meeting will be held on Monday, May 20, 2002, at 12:30 p.m. Senate FRIDAY, MAY 17, 2002

The Senate met at 9:30 a.m. and was PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE SCHEDULE called to order by the Honorable The Honorable DEBBIE STABENOW led Mr. REID. Madam President, I ask Debbie Stabenow, a Senator from the the Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: unanimous consent that morning busi- State of Michigan. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the ness be extended until 5 after the hour United States of America, and to the Repub- PRAYER and that Senator COLLINS be recognized lic for which it stands, one nation under God, for 15 minutes and Senator SANTORUM The guest Chaplain, Father Paul indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. be recognized for 10 minutes. Senator Lavin, of St. Joseph’s on Capitol Hill, f STABENOW asked to speak for 15 min- offered the following prayer: utes. That will take us until 10 after. In the book of Tobit we read: APPOINTMENT OF ACTING Thank God! Give him the praise and the PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE I hope Senators will complete their glory. Before all living, acknowledge the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The debate on H.R. 3167 in 20 minutes be- many good things he has done for you, by clerk will please read a communication cause the vote is still going to occur at blessing and extolling his name in song. to the Senate from the President pro 10:30. I ask unanimous consent that be the Before all men, honor and proclaim God’s tempore (Mr. BYRD). deeds, and do not be slack in praising The legislative clerk read the fol- case as far as those speaking in morn- him. A king’s secret it is prudent to keep, lowing letter: ing business. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- but the works of God are to be declared U.S. SENATE, pore. Without objection, it is so or- and made known. Praise them with due PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE, honor. Do good, and evil will not find its Washington, DC, May 17, 2002. dered. way to you. Prayer and fasting are good, To the Senate: The Senator from Maine is recog- but better than either is almsgiving ac- Under the provisions of rule I, paragraph 3, nized. of the Standing Rules of the Senate, I hereby companied by righteousness. A little with Ms. COLLINS. I thank the Chair. appoint the Honorable DEBBIE STABENOW, a righteousness is better than abundance (The remarks of Ms. COLLINS per- Senator from the State of Michigan, to per- taining to the introduction of S. 2531 with wickedness. form the duties of the Chair. are located in today’s RECORD under Let us pray: ROBERT C. BYRD, Almighty God, we give You thanks President pro tempore. ‘‘Statements on Introduced Bills and for the many and varied ways You have Ms. STABENOW thereupon assumed Joint Resolutions.’’) blessed the men and women who serve the chair as Acting President pro tem- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Ms. in the Senate. We ask now, Lord, that pore. CANTWELL). The Senator from Pennsyl- they may do Your will in all things and vania. f so remain close to You. Lord, Your Mr. SANTORUM. Madam President, I presence is found where unity and love RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME thank the Senator from Maine for her prevail; grant that they may strive to The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- excellent comments and for her intro- work together in harmony and peace. pore. Under the previous order, the duction of that legislation. We acknowledge that God is the leadership time is reserved. f strength and protector of His people; f grant Lord to the Members of the Sen- OUR STEELWORKERS ate the strength and courage they need RECOGNITION OF THE ACTING Mr. SANTORUM. Madam President, I to serve the people of the United MAJORITY LEADER stand in this Chamber as a strong sup- States. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- porter of the steel industry. In fact, I Grant this through Christ our Lord. pore. The Senator from Nevada is rec- would match my record of support for Amen. ognized. the steel industry, for steelworkers,

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VerDate May 14 2002 01:38 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17MY6.000 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4512 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 and for steel retirees, with any person out again. In most causes, they were have a more stable industry to take in this Chamber or in the other Cham- going to liquidate. That means, when care of retirees for the long term and ber. they liquidate, retirees lose their provide better quality jobs for the long We have had a long history in west- health care benefits, they lose their term. ern Pennsylvania—from my days in the pension benefits. We lose jobs, too, be- We offered a piece of legislation that House and prior to that—in the steel cause they liquidate. They sell off as- did that. Let me be very clear. The industry. We have dealt with crises, sets. Some are reused; some are not. steelworkers unions walked away. one after another, in this industry. The The ones that are reused, they have They walked away. Why? Because it most recent crisis has perhaps been the new contracts. was on a bill they were not in favor of. most crippling, costing lots of compa- The jobs were not as ‘‘lucrative’’ as It was on a bill, ANWR, that they were nies going into bankruptcies, costing they are today. This is why it was the not in favor of and that the majority lots of steel jobs, and, tragically, lots No. 1 priority, because it helped retir- leader was not in favor of, and many of steel retirees losing their health ees; it helped workers, and it helped others from the other side. They care benefits. companies stay alive and pay benefits walked away. Why? Politics. They In the last session of Congress, I and have good-paying jobs. I worked walked away from a comprehensive re- worked with Senator ROCKEFELLER to and worked and worked, and we got 201 structuring of legacy costs. Why? Poli- follow through with the U.S. steel- relief that everyone in the steel indus- tics. workers’ No. 1 priority, which is to try try feels very good about. It helped re- Of the people who are offering this to get a quota bill passed in the Sen- tirees. There are retirees receiving ben- amendment on which cloture will be ate. I worked very hard on my side of efits today who would not be receiving voted on Tuesday, of the seven spon- the aisle, and we got a majority of our them if the President had not enacted sors of that amendment, six voted Members to vote for a quota on steel the remedies he did under section 201. against a comprehensive legacy cost imports. That is a fact. There are companies in restructuring; six of the seven voted no The other side of the aisle was not so business today that would not be in on a much more comprehensive benefit generous. In fact, my recollection is, if business today if that had not hap- that would have incentivized restruc- we had gotten just half the Democrats, pened. There are companies that did turing of the steel industry. we would have been able to pass that, not file bankruptcy. What are we offering today? We are but we did not. So we failed in the No. Every steel company in America, offering a very narrow 1-year benefit 1 request from the United Steelworkers maybe with the exception of a major that will not only do nothing to en- Union. steel company, maybe with the excep- courage restructuring but, from the in- Last year, at the beginning of this tion of Nucor, had said they were going dustry representatives I have talked session, management and labor got to- to file bankruptcy if 201 remedies were to, will in fact do the opposite. It will gether, retirees got together, and they not sufficient. To my knowledge, there discourage restructuring because of the came up with their No. 1 priority for have been no bankruptcies since 201. way it is so limited in its application. this Congress. It was to file a section The fact is, we have done more for the It picks winners and losers. 201 action, to try to find comprehensive steel industry, I have worked to do Yes, we will provide retirement bene- relief for the steel industry. more for the steel industry, than any- fits to retirees of companies that have So like I did the session before, I body else. took on that challenge. I think I am There was a second component about gone bankrupt and stopped paying re- very safe in saying I was the first Mem- which the steelworkers and retirees tiree benefits for health care. We will ber of Congress—certainly the first and companies were concerned. That do that for 1 year. But the consequence Member of the Senate—to personally was legacy costs. What was the issue of it is, we will not get the restruc- ask the President of the United States with legacy? Legacy was important be- turing we need. to file that action. I did so. cause we wanted to help retirees have I am opposed to this amendment, not I think in his first month in office he security. But the most important part because I am opposed to the Senate was in Beaver County, PA. I talked of the legacy cost, picking up the cost, doing something to pick up restruc- with him at length about the impor- was to encourage the steel industry to turing costs for the industry, not be- tance of this industry to Pennsylvania, consolidate, to become more efficient, cause I am opposed to having some- to the country, the importance to our to restructure. Why? So they would be thing done in the Senate to help pick steelworkers’ and to retirees. stronger entities that would be able to up retiree health care costs. This is the I continually worked with the Presi- carry those retiree costs in the future wrong step. It is politics. It is raw, bla- dent, the Secretary of Commerce, our and carry those companies in the fu- tant politics. What is this amendment Trade Representative, other Secre- ture. attached to? It is attached to the bill taries who were involved—Secretary of What we were going to do was to help to which virtually every one of the Treasury—and pushed for the President the consolidation by picking up some sponsors of the legislation is opposed. to file the section 201 case. retiree costs of some companies to en- You have heard from many on my side After several months of exhorting courage these companies to consolidate of the aisle and a few on the other who them to do so, publicly and privately, with stronger entities. have said if this amendment is in- the President followed through. He fol- A few months ago during the energy cluded, they will vote against the trade lowed through and he filed the case. I debate, I worked with Senator STEVENS bill. They will sink this bill. testified, not once but twice, before the and others to try to craft a bill that So what are we doing? We are playing ITC in support of the section 201 case. would do just that. It would be a sub- a cruel hoax. It is a hoax. We are play- When the decision came down, I stantial benefit to enough retirees to ing a hoax on retirees. We are playing again went back and worked with the encourage the steel industry to con- a hoax on steelworkers. We are playing administration on making sure there solidate and become more efficient, be- a hoax on the steel industry. The hoax were adequate remedies. We met on a come stronger in competition with for- is that this is somehow going to help continual basis, daily basis toward the eign competitors. retirees. In the long term it will not. It end, to make sure that there were ade- We had an amendment to the ANWR will not lead to the restructuring of quate remedies. Why? Because the drilling bill. Why was it an amendment the steel industry. What this will do is steelworkers, the retirees, and the to the ANWR bill? Because ANWR pro- help sink the trade bill, which I know companies understood the most impor- duced billions upon billions of dollars many who are supporting this amend- tant thing we could do is stop the hem- in revenue to the Federal Government ment would love to see. But that is a orrhaging, stop the bankruptcies of that we could use to help pay for re- hoax. To stand up and say you are for steel companies, because these compa- tiree benefits. We could fully fund a retirees when you are introducing a nies that were going into bankruptcy program that would incentivize re- piece of legislation that is going to be now, under the current climate of structuring. The whole purpose of counter to restructuring, which is the steel, were not going to go into bank- doing the retiree benefit was to best thing we can do for retirees, is a ruptcy to reorganize and come back incentivize restructuring so we could hoax.

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.004 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4513 Yes, I am opposed to this legislation. would go down. Prices would go down them to extend the Medicaid dis- It doesn’t solve the problem. It is poli- immediately. Even as we know any count—the price that is paid for Med- tics in its rawest, in its most crass kind of comprehensive Medicare pre- icaid—to those who are not Medicaid form. You are preying on retirees who scription drug benefit will take time to recipients but need help, who don’t desperately need health care. You are phase in, there are things we can do have prescription drug coverage. So we playing politics with their health. It is now. have introduced the Rx Flexibility for wrong. It is not the right course. The American people, who subsidize States Act. We are calling it the Rx We had a chance to do the right thing the research, who underwrite the cost Flex Program. It will simply say that for the industry, for workers, and for for tax credits and deductions for the what is being done in States, what is retirees, and because of politics, under development of these drugs, deserve to innovative, in our attempts to reach ANWR, the answer was no. Now we see something happen now. out and use the purchasing power of play politics again, and we play with First is to make sure the generic the States under Medicaid to provide people’s lives. The answer should be no. laws work. I commend my colleagues, additional price reductions to those I thank the Chair. Senators SCHUMER and MCCAIN, for who don’t have insurance, who are not The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- their continuing efforts. We have a bill on Medicaid—that those are legal. ator from Michigan. that will close loopholes, that will stop We have heard colleagues on both Ms. STABENOW. Madam President, the ability of the drug companies to be sides of the aisle, both sides of this as one of the Senators representing the able to manipulate the law so that great Capitol Building, talk about the steelworkers in the upper peninsula lower priced generics are precluded States as being the place for flexi- and throughout Michigan, I wish to in- from the market. We know if that were bility, creativity, and new ideas. Well, dicate, contrary to my colleague who to pass, we could see a tremendous this legislation says we are going to re- just spoke, that I can’t think of a more drop in prices. We know if we opened move the legal hurdles that are pre- appropriate place to talk about helping the border to Canada so that we could venting States from providing lower steel retirees who have lost their in fact see not only individuals but priced prescription drugs to all of their health insurance, those who have lost businesses and hospitals and phar- citizens. and will lose their jobs because of un- macies developing business relation- Right now, we have States that are fair competition, unfair steel dumping, ships across the border to bring back spending millions of dollars fighting unfair trade practices, than to debate American-made, safe, FDA-approved suits from the drug companies because it and attempt to fix it on a trade bill. drugs, we could drop prices almost in the companies fight everything that is I hope my colleagues will support half. attempted that would lower prices for standing up for our steel retirees on I find it ironic, as we are in the mid- our citizens. the trade bill. dle of a discussion on a trade bill, that This legislation specifically would in- f the only things you cannot take back dicate that those States that are using and forth across the border from the the clout of Medicaid purchasing power PRESCRIPTION DRUG PRICES great State of Michigan into Canada to expand to allow that same price to Ms. STABENOW. Madam President, I are American-made prescription drugs. be given to those without prescription rise to speak about one of the most im- So we need to open the border. I wel- drug coverage, who are in need of pre- portant issues affecting our families, come colleagues joining us to do that. scription drug help in their States, seniors, the business community, every We could drop prices tomorrow 40 to 50 would be able to do that. Right now, part of our economy. That is the explo- percent if we did that. the lawsuits have been filed. We know sion in the cost of prescription drugs. Thirdly, we know that since the FDA that while Maine’s program has been Prices are skyrocketing, and too many changed their rules on advertising, di- upheld in court, Vermont’s program of our seniors who use the majority of rect consumer advertising, starting was not, and both States are embroiled prescriptions—our seniors on average back in the mid-1990s, there has been in very lengthy appeals processes. are using 18 different prescriptions in a an explosion of excessive advertising. I am very hopeful that as we are year—find themselves in a situation While companies say they spend more working to put together a very strong, that is absolutely untenable. We have on research than advertising, there is effective Medicare prescription drug heard these stories over and over great evidence to the contrary. So we program, we can also pass this legisla- again. have introduced legislation to say sim- tion to reinforce that States, on their On this side of the aisle, we have two ply that you can write off as much ad- own, can proceed to do what is nec- ideas we are putting forward. First, we vertising and marketing expenses on essary to make sure their citizens have have to have an updated Medicare to your taxes, that taxpayers will sub- access to lower priced prescription cover prescription drugs. We have to do sidize advertising and marketing to the drugs and that we will pass those other it in a way that is comprehensive and same level we subsidize research—the measures we have been talking about helps our seniors. I call upon my col- same level. If you want to do more ad- that will allow us to lower prices, cre- leagues from the other side and in the vertising, do more research, because ate more competition across the bor- House of Representatives to join us in taxpayers want to see the research der, get a better balance between ad- real prescription drug coverage. done. vertising and marketing expenses and Secondly, we know we have to lower Then, finally, I joined with my col- research, and that we will be able to the price. Prices need to go down for leagues, Senators DURBIN, LEAHY, create a system where we in America everyone. When I talk to our small LEVIN, BOXER, DORGAN, and others to not only create the best drugs, the new business community, I talk to farmers introduce legislation to give States the lifesaving medications, where we don’t in the State of Michigan, I talk to the flexibility to set up programs to pass a only subsidize and underwrite and fund big three automakers, wherever I am in law on Medicaid discounts to their citi- the research through the National In- Michigan talking about the cost of zens who don’t have prescription drug stitutes of Health, and other mecha- doing business, everyone wants to talk coverage and are not eligible for Med- nisms, but our people can actually get about health care. They understand icaid. those drugs. that the explosion in their health care There are 30 States that have enacted Right now, it is not a good deal when premium is because of the uncontrol- some kind of a law to help citizens we are the ones who are creating, sup- lable cost of prescription drugs. with prescription drug coverage. Unfor- porting, and subsidizing the creation of I have been putting forward, and tunately, we have seen the drugmakers these medications. Seniors will sit have met with a number of my col- trade association, PhRMA, mounting down this morning, this noon, and to- leagues, four different ideas. I will legal challenges to a number of States night and decide: Do I eat, pay the speak specifically about a bill we are that have attempted to lower prices for electric bill, pay my rent, or can I get now introducing that we talked about their citizens. They have fought these my medicine this week? yesterday with colleagues. There are efforts. I am specifically referring to We can do better. I am committed to four different ideas we have been pro- lawsuits against Maine and Vermont doing better. Colleagues of mine are moting. If we did those things, prices because the drug lobby doesn’t want committed to doing better. We want a

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.006 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4514 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 prescription drug benefit. We want to State and the Secretary of Defense to be involved is apparent. As Presi- lower prices. There are ways to do it. pointing out how imperative it is that dent Bush pointed out, that means fill- We can do it now. I ask my colleagues we take this action to affirm that the ing in the geography of Europe—Roma- to join with us in this effort. United States stands solidly in terms nia and Bulgaria and the southeast I yield the floor. of expansion of NATO and the careful part—which is so important as a link f consideration of its membership. not only to Greece and Turkey, our al- The act we discuss today also has lies, but to the Middle East. The Baltic CONCLUSION OF MORNING money for seven candidates, on the pre- States were altogether mis- BUSINESS sumption that these are serious can- characterized by the former Soviet The PRESIDING OFFICER. Morning didates, that this money will make a Union. They were always independent. business is closed. difference in terms of training, inter- We reaffirm that is the case. We see f operability of equipment, the general this as a cardinal principle of this leg- proposition as partners for peace. islation. GERALD B.H. SOLOMON FREEDOM These nations have demonstrated great Finally, I point out that NATO is the CONSOLIDATION ACT OF 2001 interest in the alliance and therefore alliance that places us in Europe. We The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under deserve our help. are not a part of the European Union. the previous order, the Senate will now We pointed out last evening, in fact, We are a part of the transatlantic mili- resume consideration of H.R. 3167. The the money was appropriated last De- tary alliance with headquarters in clerk will state the bill by title. cember—the money is out there. This Brussels, with an American who has The legislative clerk read as follows: is the authorization of the money. been in charge for many years. It is A bill (H.R. 3167) to endorse the vision of Some have asked, is the authorization tremendously important. We appre- further enlargement of the NATO Alliance following too far behind? Our response ciate Europe, and NATO is the major articulated by President George W. Bush on is, no, if we take action. way in which we indicate that appre- June 15, 2001, and by former President Wil- This is why the President wants this ciation and participation. liam J. Clinton on October 22, 1996, and for action prior to his taking a very impor- The question now is, Should we ex- other purposes. tant trip to the summit with President pand that to countries that have taken The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Putin in Russia next week. on democracy, have taken on defense ator from Indiana is recognized. Madam President, I hope that today responsibilities, have shown through Mr. LUGAR. Madam President, I ask we will join in support of the Freedom the Partnership for Peace their eager- unanimous consent that the Senator Consolidation Act of 2001 because this ness and their willingness to be with from Wisconsin, Mr. FEINGOLD, be bill provides assistance to the nations, us? added as a cosponsor of S. 1572. as I mentioned. It gives us an oppor- My answer is in the affirmative, and The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without tunity for Congress to affirm our soli- I hope the Senate will vote overwhelm- objection, it is so ordered. darity with our allies and our con- ingly in favor of this action today that Mr. LUGAR. As I understand the par- fidence in the future of the alliance. our President be fortified as he pro- liamentary situation, time is con- I point out that our own President, ceeds into important diplomacy. trolled by Senator BIDEN and myself George Bush, gave an important speech Madam President, I yield the floor. for half of the time remaining until last year in Warsaw in which he said: Mr. WARNER. Madam President, I 10:30, and Senator WARNER of Virginia All of Europe’s new democracies from the yield to our distinguished colleague controls the other half; is that correct? Baltic to the Black Sea and all that lie be- from Texas 5 minutes. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- tween should have the same chance for secu- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- ator is correct. rity and freedom. ator from Texas. Mr. LUGAR. Would that be approxi- He went on to say he believed ‘‘in Mrs. HUTCHISON. I thank the Chair, mately 12 minutes each at this point? NATO membership for all of Europe’s and I thank the Senator from Virginia. The PRESIDING OFFICER. It is 11 democracies that seek it and are ready It is very important for the United minutes each. to share the responsibility that NATO States and Europe to have the kind of Mr. LUGAR. Madam President, last brings.’’ alliance that NATO has been. It has evening in the debate, we had a good The cold war may be over, but the se- been the greatest defensive alliance in discussion of the need for the Senate to curity and welfare of America and Eu- the history of the world, but I feel as if affirm through this action today that rope are very closely linked, and our I am experiencing deja vu all over NATO should be expanded as a general common goal must continue to be the again. principle. We also established that building of a Europe which is whole The Senate is once again considering there ought to be very careful criteria and free. a measure to endorse the expansion of for that expansion and examination of I mentioned in the debate last NATO without having satisfactorily each of the candidates, as opposed to a evening my own visits last September addressed any of the same questions done deal at the end of the trail, in to the three Baltic States—Latvia, Es- that loomed over the alliance 4 years which the Senate then receives a trea- tonia, Lithuania—and Romania, and ago when we made the first recent ex- ty without that careful examination Bulgaria to visit with leadership about pansion. country by country. the specific criteria. That visit has In April of 1998, this body voted to I have appreciated the colloquy with been replicated by other Senators, expand NATO without articulating a the Senator from Virginia, Senator most recently by our Ambassador to rationale for NATO in the post-cold- BIDEN, and myself in which I think we NATO, Mr. Burns, who has laid out a war era, without calculating a reliable established both of those facts—the de- very concrete plan for each of those na- estimate of the cost of the expansion, sirability for a more robust NATO, and tions to affirm their interest and to without establishing an interalliance that would include more members, give us a basis to judge that interest. dispute resolution process, without likewise—members that in fact carry I finally point out that NATO is a evaluating the militaries of the respec- their weight. As the Senator from Vir- truly remarkable institution because tive candidates to see what they of- ginia pointed out, Americans may be its members have joined together to as- fered and where their problems were, involved in an article 5 declaration to sure that the ideals we share—we have and without determining how the alli- defend those countries that would a collective, moral, and military ance can effectively coordinate mili- come in. In addition, we would antici- strength—are enhanced in the world at tary action amongst an even larger and pate that they would defend us. a time of the war on terrorism, at a more unwieldy membership. Madam President, I point out that we time in which literally the dispute as Here we are in 2002 with the same are having this debate at this point to whether out of area or out of busi- questions unanswered, and yet we are very largely because the President of ness has gone by the boards. on the cusp of enlarging again. I have the United States has asked us to have The war is out of area, by definition. never thought that any of my concerns it. Likewise, we have received cor- The threats are all over the world. The about the structure and purpose of respondence from the Secretary of need for flexibility and for more of us NATO should be directed at any one

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.008 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4515 country. I do intend to vote for this Mr. LEVIN. Madam President, I rise tinue to downsize their militaries, the resolution because I think we should to express my support for the Freedom burden on the United States becomes expand the Partnership for Peace, we Consolidation Act of 2001. greater and greater. Increasing its should get countries ready, we should I support this bill because I support membership without significant re- try to bring their militaries up to the enlargement of the NATO alliance forms and a better understanding of its speed, and the President wants this to admit qualified nations and that is, mission, does not make sense. ability before he goes to Europe. I un- at its essence, what this bill does. I NATO is becoming a mini-U.N., an derstand that, and I support the con- would not support this bill if it sup- unwieldy and overgrown organization cept of an alliance with Europe. ported enlargement without condi- which will demand much of us, our What is the alliance’s purpose? This tioning enlargement on nations being commitment, our military, our na- is a defensive alliance to protect the willing and able to assume the respon- tional wealth, but which will return democracies of Western Europe from sibilities and obligations of member- little to us for our investment. Al- the Communist threat of the East. ship. I also would not support this bill though I understand a country’s desire That threat has evaporated. Our Presi- if it sought to identify one or more na- to join NATO, we must first address dent is going to make an agreement tions as being qualified for NATO mem- the many problems in NATO before we with Russia in the next week that will bership. Since this bill does neither of even consider expanding its member- have a mutual disarmament pact that those things, I support the bill. ship. Therefore, I will vote against this will bring down our stash of nuclear Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. legislation, not because I do not sup- weapons and their stash of nuclear Madam President, I am please to join port the security needs of the countries weapons. We are friends with the Rus- my distinguished colleague and rank- of the Baltic and Eastern Europe, but sians. ing member of the Senate Armed Serv- because the mission of NATO and the Today the threat for which NATO ices Committee to discuss the merits of organization itself need serious work. was first put in place is gone. We the Freedom Consolidation Act. Mr. ALLEN. Madam President, I rise should have a strategic military alli- Like Senator WARNER, I have been today to voice support for Freedom ance, but we need to talk about what deeply troubled by aspects of NATO ex- Consolidation Act of 2002 of which I am functions it will have. If we are going pansion and by what NATO expansion an original cosponsor. to go offensive, as we did in Kosovo, means in the post-cold-war era. Over 5 years ago, as Governor of Vir- how are we going to do it? Everyone NATO’s original mission was clearly ginia I visited Poland, the Czech Re- knows the problems we had in trying understood—we were standing up to public, and Hungary. I supported the to get unanimity when we were bomb- the Soviet threat. Today, NATO’s mis- admission of these Central European ing Serbia. Everybody knows that was sion is very unclear, and the organiza- countries into NATO. And, wisely an almost impossible task. Yet here we tion itself has become a bloated bu- about 4 years ago the U.S. Congress en- are talking about adding new members reaucracy where politics often dictate acted legislation that would ensure without talking about what kinds of military decisions. that Poland, Hungary, and the Czech offensive alliances we are going to NATO’s involvement in the Balkans Republic were not the last emerging or have. and the manner in which military oper- reborn democracies to join the NATO. ations were conducted during the In fact, as we are looking now at the That was the right decision then and it Kosovo air campaign are prime exam- hotspots around the world, some of the is the right decision now. We should ples of a NATO without a clear mission NATO allies agree with what we are bring such aspiring democracies into and with a broken decisionmaking doing in certain places; some have been our fold. And include them in the im- structure. portant decisions and responsibilities less helpful. We need to have a purpose Let me make one thing clear—I be- for NATO, or are we going to set our al- that affect the world as a whole. The lieve every nation deserves the right to nations seeking admittance have liances according to the operations and self-determination. I am proud to state interests of different parties involved worked hard to meet the strict require- that I was an early advocate of Baltic ments. Many of these nations have un- so that we should stretch our dollars in independence from the Soviet Union a way that allows us the flexibility to dergone monumental changes from the even when some in the U.S. Govern- days of communist occupation that determine which alliances we will have ment were opposed to the breakup of for any particular operation? have positively transformed them into the Soviet Union. I have great admira- freely elected, legitimate governments. The cost of NATO is a big one for the tion for the Baltic people—the Expanding the alliance to include na- United States. One-half of our perma- Latvians, the Lithuanians, and the Es- tions that have made great changes in nent foreign forces are in Europe. We tonians—they all suffered greatly and establishing human freedoms in their have a commitment to provide 25 per- they deserve to be free nations as do all laws and practices is consistent with cent of the NATO budget. We spend nations. I can understand their desire the 1949 NATO Treaty preamble which $170 million to $180 million in military to join NATO and to integrate more reads: construction for NATO, and we have a fully into Western institutions. How- $500 million commitment for U.S. mili- [The Parties] are determined to safeguard ever, I believe that before we even con- the freedom, common heritage and civiliza- tary construction in NATO countries. sider expanding NATO, we must have a tion of their peoples, founded on the prin- So we are talking about almost $1 bil- clear understanding of the mission of ciples of democracy, individual liberty and lion, about three-quarters of a billion NATO. the rule of law . . . dollars in construction costs in Euro- For example, just the other day, It is in the best interest of the United pean countries and/or NATO. That is a NATO accepted Russia as a junior part- States to nurture young democracies big part of our budget when we also ner of sorts. Russia will now partici- around the world. Coach them on the have major commitments in the Middle pate as an equal partner in many of the great values and principles stated in East, major commitments in Korea in discussions and decisions of NATO. the NATO preamble. Working toward the DMZ, and major commitments, of How do we reconcile the expansion of fulfilling the requirements of NATO’s course, ongoing in Afghanistan, the NATO to countries that Russia is op- Membership Action Plan, shows the Philippines, and places regarding the posed to admitting to NATO? We also commitment aspirant nations have war on terrorism. have to consider Russia’s own prob- made to NATO’s basic principles: col- We need to assess the costs before we lems, such as the conflict in lective defense; common values; and go forward with this kind of process. Chechnya—could NATO and the United the promotion of democracy. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- States be pulled into the Chechnya NATO membership is a catalyst for ator has used 5 minutes. conflict? We must also consider, frank- Western values, principles and actions. Mrs. HUTCHISON. I thank the Sen- ly, whether NATO is relevant in to- It is to the benefit of the United States ator for yielding me the time. I think day’s world. and NATO to ensure the security of na- we are not ready to do this, but I cer- Hopefully, we are finding that coalitions that desire a place among the tainly am not against expansion of tions for the sake of coalitions are not community of democracies. The Free- NATO. necessary. As European countries con- dom Consolidation Act of 2002 does not

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.012 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4516 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 predict which nations will be chosen, hope to bring into the strongest alli- dog or, as some of my colleagues said, nor should it. Instead it sends a clear ance on Earth. a ‘‘barnyard dog.’’ I am going to make message to nations aspiring to free- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Who certain this Senate carefully reviews dom. That message is: Your efforts yields time? those credentials, and we will not have, have been recognized and future The Senator from Virginia. I say with respect to my chairman and progress will be rewarded with admit- Mr. WARNER. Madam President, last ranking member, suddenly a beau- tance to the most effective treaty orga- December I watched carefully as the tifully embossed document from the nization in history. Senate received from the House this President of the United States as a It is very difficult to consider any legislation which we are about to consequence of meetings abroad, and issue related to international relations adopt. I urge Senators to vote for it. here they are. without viewing it in the context of There will be one ‘‘no’’ vote, in my Do you think this Senate is going to the September 11th terrorist attacks. judgment. That is the Senator from go into it with that document for rati- We must remember the nations that Virginia. I do so for the following rea- fication and single out countries? We arose to stand with the United States sons: I believe this subject deserved de- cannot do it that way. We have to do mere hours after the horrifying at- bate, and that is why I interposed an our work beforehand. I repeat, we have tacks. When the United States needed objection on the UC to have this passed to do careful work. I will move in my support, it did not have to make calls, last December, 40-some millions of dol- committee, the Armed Services Com- NATO was there—ready and poised to lars of taxpayers’ money to give to mittee. I hope my colleagues will do act along side of our nation. Passing these nations. likewise. To those of us who can travel If we were able to separate this legis- the Freedom Consolidation Act is but to these nations, I urge that we do so. lation between authorization for these one step we can take to ensure contin- My motives and goals for opposing funds, I would vote for it because I ued support through NATO. During this legislation are very simple. I am think it is important we expend these this war on terrorism the United not against an orderly, well thought funds for these nations which are try- States has recognized that we cannot out process leading to some measure of ing very hard, some nine nations—al- live alone in this world, especially in expansion; my fight is for preservation. though the money applied to only intercepting terrorist finances, gath- NATO is the most extraordinary seven of the nine—seven nations which ering information, as well assisting military treaty in the history of man- are trying to put together, within their with personal, equipment, and military kind. Let’s not sow the seeds of its de- respective countries, the fabric and the operation support. Countries all over mise. infrastructure necessary to hopefully the globe have been instrumental in This legislation being voted on today our success and their assistance con- qualify for NATO. I am in favor of some expansion. I am can be divided into two parts: one, au- tinues to expose the people that not against any country. I am not for thorize appropriations—which I sup- planned and carried out those vile acts. any country. The purpose of my object- port—for seven of the nine aspirant na- The varied contributions of NATO al- tions; and two, a compilation of rhet- lies and aspirants include: reconnais- ing was I believed the Senate should have a debate before we passed it. I oric, primarily quotes extracted from sance, refueling, Special Forces mis- speeches and documents, which form a sions and many other significant duties thought I was successful, but in the darkness of the Senate, as so often hap- matrix that can easily mislead people that have aided our troops. This coop- pens, the appropriators appropriated into believing that the United States erative effort is a great example of the the money. So it was a hollow act on Congress, by enactment of this legisla- useful necessity of NATO. As we ex- my part. tion, is sending an invitation to one pand this just war into new regions, we At long last we had a very good de- and all aspirants to join NATO. They need to develop new relationships and bate last night and I succeeded in my need only RSVP in the affirmative. allies to ensure the safety of the objectives: Clarifying with the two dis- I think we all agree that we are world’s democracies. I know there are tinguished colleagues on the floor, the months away from deciding on which many of my colleagues questioning the chairman and the ranking member, of the aspirant nations meet the cri- value of bringing new members into that this language, which I deem as an teria to be invited to join NATO. the alliance. There is sentiment that invitation to join—if one looks at the Therefore we should not be on the these nations are receiving a great ben- overall rhetoric, one sees it is very verge of adopting legislation that im- efit while adding little. I would dispute skillfully put together. It commits the plies that aspirants ‘‘from the Baltic to that argument; NATO is not a free Senate and the Congress to nothing the Black Sea and all that lie between’’ ticket. All who aspire to join NATO other than the authorization of funds, should be invited to join the Alliance. work hard to make the kind of mili- but I think it could be misinterpreted I speak and vote against this legisla- tary, economic, and democratic re- and misleading to the aspirant nations, tion not as a sign that I oppose NATO forms necessary to gain membership. and the people, the journalists, and all expansion, but rather as a warning that This makes them a stable ally, and who will cover the actions by the Sen- we simply do not have the facts before during these chaotic times we need ate and, indeed, the Congress now to us to render an informed judgement on committed partners. Many of those approve that. the message this legislation sends being considered for membership have I say so for these reasons. The act is across the Atlantic. proven their mettle. They have seen entitled the ‘‘Gerald B.H. Solomon In closing, I would urge my col- the cost of war, the value of freedom, Freedom Consolidation Act of 2001.’’ leagues to review the statement my and have stood strong with America. Turning to the dictionary, I read the good friend Mr. LANTOS made on No- As we consider new members we meaning of ‘‘consolidation’’: To bring vember 7, 2001 in the House of Rep- must also revisit the responsibilities of together into a single whole, unite and resentatives. On page H7867 on that the existing nations. We must continue combine. day’s CONGRESSIONAL RECORD, Mr. LAN- to urge our partners to prepare and im- This is a bad choice of words, in my TOS stated: prove their military capabilities. My judgment. This sends a message that And I strongly endorse the statements of colleague and good friend Senator JOHN all nine, or all seven, should join. I the 10 applicant countries that eventual WARNER said it best, ‘‘NATO is first think we lose sight of the purpose of NATO membership for all of them will be a and foremost a military alliance.’’ NATO—it is a military organization— success for the United States, for Europe and NATO must address the growing imbal- which is only if there is a compelling for NATO. ance between the United States and military rationale for additional mem- While I deeply respect my friend’s our European partners. It is not in the bers, and each member must be fully good intentioned views, that statement best interest of the alliance or Euro- ready and prepared to take up their re- makes it clear to me that the pro- pean nations to have the United States sponsibilities under article 5, which ponents of this legislation have already shoulder such a large part of the mili- says an attack on one is an attack on reached the conclusion that all appli- tary burden. Senator WARNER’S insight all. cants should be invited to join NATO. I is important and should be a top pri- So I will vote no, probably the only believe it is to early in the process to ority for the young democracies we one, but I will continue to be a watch- reach that conclusion.

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17MY6.002 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4517 The Senator from Delaware. The United States must have partners who are not ready for membership. The alli- Mr. BIDEN. How much time is avail- can contribute their fair share to operations ance, to which the United States al- able to the Senator from Delaware? which benefit the entire Euro-Atlantic com- ready contributes about 25 percent of The PRESIDING OFFICER. Four munity. . . . But the reality is . . . hardly the costs, will have to provide financial minutes. any European country can deploy usable and effective forces in significant numbers out- assistance to help these countries mod- Mr. BIDEN. How much is in the con- ernize their Armed Forces and infra- trol of the Senator from Virginia? side their borders, and sustain them for months or even years, as we all need to do structure. The PRESIDING OFFICER. One today. For all Europe’s rhetoric, an annual We do not know the overall cost to minute, fourteen seconds. investment of over $140 billion by NATO’s do this, but it is my hope that we Mr. BIDEN. Madam President, I will European members, we still need U.S. help to should carefully proceed with NATO let the Senator from Virginia close. move, command and provision a major oper- expansion and weigh each nation’s I can assure my distinguished col- ation. American critics of Europe’s military readiness to become a full partner in league from Virginia that Senator incapability are right. So if we are to ensure NATO. LUGAR, I, and others in the Foreign Re- that the United States moves towards nei- I urge the member nations of NATO lations Committee will have thorough ther unilateralism nor isolationism, all Eu- to proceed cautiously and address the hearings on this, as we did before. ropean countries must show a new willing- This bill merely reaffirms the openness to develop effective crisis management issue of expansion with great care. door policy for NATO enlargement capabilities. Mr. DASCHLE. Madam President, I which was first enunciated by the Clin- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- come to the floor to express my sup- ton administration and now has been ator’s time has expired. port for H.R. 3167, the Freedom Con- continued by the Bush administration. Mr. WARNER. This quote clearly in- solidation Act. Last week I received a It does not authorize new funds that dicates we have to be a watchdog of letter from Secretaries Powell and would throw the budget out of whack. NATO as we begin to invite in more Rumsfeld expressing their support for It merely authorizes monies that have and more countries. this bill. President Bush has also re- already been appropriated by the Arms Mr. BIDEN. Madam President, I ask quested that the Senate consider this Export Control Act. for the yeas and nays. bill before he leaves on his trip to Rus- Voting for this legislation does not The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there a sia next Wednesday. I am pleased that indicate any Member’s intention to sufficient second? we could accommodate his request, and vote for or against any potential aspi- There appears to be a sufficient sec- I wish the President every success on rant to NATO. Exactly which countries ond. the visit. will be invited by the alliance is a deci- The yeas and nays were ordered. This is a straightforward bill. It cites sion that will be made more than 6 The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- earlier legislation leading up to the months from now at a NATO summit ator from Indiana. last round of NATO enlargement, in Prague, and thorough Senate debate Mr. LUGAR. I yield 1 minute to Mr. quotes President Bush’s pro-enlarge- on ratification of NATO enlargement STEVENS. ment June 15, 2001, Warsaw speech, will occur sometime at the end of this The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- adds Slovakia to the countries eligible year and the beginning of the next. Ev- ator from Alaska. to receive assistance under the NATO eryone is going to have an opportunity Mr. STEVENS. Madam President, I Participation Act of 1994, and author- to decide whether they are for or merely want to say I endorse the state- izes a total of $55.5 million in foreign against this. ments made by the Senator from Vir- military financing, FMF, under the I remind my colleagues that 4 years ginia. Arms Export Control Act for Estonia, ago, the Senate spent 7 lengthy days in I want to explain my rationale for Latvia, Lithuania, Slovakia, Slovenia, floor debate on the ratification of ad- not supporting H.R. 3167, the NATO Ex- Bulgaria, and Romania. mission to NATO of Poland, Hungary, pansion Act. Most importantly, this bill reaffirms and the Czech Republic. I managed In 1998, I voted to support the last the position of the United States on that resolution, and I am certain the round of NATO enlargement which cul- NATO enlargement: that the door to Senate will scrutinize the aspirants in- minated in the assession of Poland, NATO membership remains open, and vited to Prague, just as we did in 1998. Hungary, and the Czech Republic. that those countries that are prepared What the bill does mean is that the Over the past 2 years, at least two of to meet the obligations of member- Senate authorizes the foreign military these countries have not made much ship—as it relates to defense capabili- financing assistance to help those can- progress in restructuring and modern- ties and democratic and political readi- didate countries meet the alliance’s izing their military forces and infra- ness—are welcome to join. stringent membership requirements. structure. NATO enlargement has enjoyed and This bill will help NATO extend the I am concerned that this bill provides continues to enjoy bipartisan support zone of stability eastward and south- an open invitation to the 10 candidate in the United States Senate. It is an ward on the continent so that some- countries, irrespective of their readi- issue that unites Democrats and Re- time within the next decade we will be ness or qualifications. publicans. At a time when we and our able to say for the first time, I think, We should strongly support countries allies are engaged in a global war on in all of modern history that we have a into the alliance that are ready for terrorism, we recognize more than ever Europe whole and free. NATO membership and that can sig- the need for allies—and for new allies. I urge my colleagues to vote for the nificantly contribute to the European As we face a shared and multidimen- Freedom Consolidation Act. I yield the security mission. sional threat, we must recognize that floor to my friend from Virginia. We first need to determine what is each new ally brings substantial polit- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- the long-term mission of NATO, then ical, economic and military contribu- ator from Virginia. assess how countries can contribute to tions to the effort in Afghanistan and Mr. WARNER. I thank my two col- that mission, and evaluate each can- around the world. leagues, the chairman and the ranking didate based on that overall criteria. The terrorist attacks of September 11 member, for an excellent debate. Other We need candidate states that can underscore the need to consolidate the Members have participated, but let us help support the alliance in maintain- peace on the European continent so not forget that this is a military alli- ing peace and stability throughout the that North America and Europe, from, ance, and in the event troops are called region. as the President has said, the Baltic out, our men and women in the Armed For example, the United States flew Sea to the Black Sea, can focus their Forces will occupy the foxholes, the over 60 percent of the combat missions energies on the new threats of the 21st tanks, the revetments, and take the in the Kosovo conflict. We need to look century. risks alongside the others. for capabilities that enhance the alli- This is an important message for the What concerns me about NATO is ance and its members, not detract from President to take on his trip. But an- this—I quote not the Senator from Vir- it nor add substantial costs. other part of the President’s trip is ginia but Secretary General Lord Rob- There is also a significant price tag also about closing a chapter from the ertson of NATO: for bringing nations into NATO that 20th century.

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.015 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4518 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 The President announced Monday We therefore look forward to the Prague ENZI), the Senator from New Hamp- morning that he and President Putin summit and the opportunity to take the next shire (Mr. GREGG) the Senator from will sign a new treaty to deal with the step in building a Europe whole and free in North Carolina (Mr. HELMS), the Sen- alliance with the United States. We urge you nuclear weapons left from the cold war. ator from Arkansas (Mr. HUTCHISON) The treaty limits the United States and your colleagues to continue to work hard and devote the necessary resources to the Senator from Arizona (Mr. and Russia to no more than 1,700–2,200 making your countries the strongest possible MCCAIN), and the Senator from Alaska deployed weapons by 2012. candidates. As President Bush put it in War- (Mr. MURKOWSKI) are necessarily ab- Any time we can get an agreement to saw last June, our vision is to extend the sent. reduce the number of nuclear weapons zone of democracy and security to as many The PRESIDING OFFICER. Are there deployed in the world, that is a posi- qualified countries as possible from the Bal- any other Senators in the Chamber de- tive step, and I commend the President tic to the Black Sea, including, as our allies siring to vote? for taking it. in Greece and Turkey have argued, the im- The result was announced—yeas 85, portant Southern dimension. The terrorist But there are a still a series of ques- nays 6, as follows: tions about that treaty that need to be attacks of September 11th have only under- scored the need to consolidate the peace on [Rollcall Vote No. 116 Leg.] answered. Does it require destruction the continent so that North America and Eu- YEAS—85 of any existing nuclear weapons? Does rope can focus their energies on the new it include provisions to secure Russian Akaka Dodd Lott threats of the 21st century. Allard Dorgan Lugar stockpiles? Does it spell out a trans- Mr. Prime Minister, once again, we com- Allen Durbin McConnell parent timetable for when each side mend you and your colleagues for your con- Baucus Edwards Mikulski must reduce the number of deployed tributions to a strong, dynamic and more se- Bayh Ensign Murray cure North Atlantic community. Working to- Bennett Feingold Nelson (FL) weapons to the agreed upon level? Does Biden Feinstein it include any new verification provi- gether we are confident that we can attain Nelson (NE) our collective vision of a Europe whole and Bingaman Fitzgerald Nickles Bond Frist sions? And lastly, does it address the Reed free. Boxer Graham issue of tactical nuclear weapons? Reid TOM DASCHLE. Breaux Gramm I hope the President will use this his- TRENT LOTT. Brownback Grassley Rockefeller toric trip to address these questions, Bunning Hagel Santorum Sarbanes which go to the heart of one of the THE WHITE HOUSE, Burns Harkin Washington, April 11, 2002. Byrd Hatch Schumer principal security threats the United Campbell Hollings Sessions Hon. THOMAS A. DASCHLE, States faces today—the proliferation of Cantwell Hutchison Shelby Majority Leader, U.S. Senate, weapons of mass destruction, and the Carnahan Inouye Smith (OR) Washington, DC. potential for those weapons to fall into Carper Jeffords Snowe DEAR MR. LEADER: I have seen the letter Chafee Johnson Specter the hands of terrorists. you and Senator Lott sent to Romanian Cleland Kennedy Stabenow So let’s send the President off on this Prime Minister Nastase for the Bucharest Clinton Kerry Thomas important trip with the important Summit of the Vilnius-10 countries. Thank Cochran Kohl Thompson message contained in H.R. 3167—that you for your leadership on this issue. Collins Kyl Thurmond Corzine Landrieu we want to continue to remake and im- I strongly agree that NATO enlargement Torricelli has been, and should remain, a bipartisan Crapo Leahy Voinovich Daschle prove our relations with the whole of Levin Wellstone issue. We must work together on this. I Dayton Lieberman Europe, including Russia. Wyden noted the importance you place on the DeWine Lincoln I urge my colleagues to support H.R. southern European candidate countries. 3167, and ask unanimous consent to We have an historic opportunity to inten- NAYS—6 print in the RECORD a copy of a letter, sify reforms and consolidate freedom in na- Craig Roberts Stevens dated March 20, that Senator LOTT and tions that were once behind the Iron Cur- Inhofe Smith (NH) Warner I sent to the Romanian Prime Min- tain. We can do this while building a new NOT VOTING—9 ister, and a letter to me from President NATO-Russia relationship. This is an opportunity that we cannot afford to miss. Conrad Gregg McCain Bush, dated April 11, on the same. Domenici Helms Miller Sincerely, There being no objection, the letters Enzi Hutchinson Murkowski GEORGE W. BUSH. were ordered to be printed in the The bill (H.R. 3167) was passed. RECORD, as follows: The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- ator from Indiana. Mr. LUGAR. I move to reconsider the UNITED STATES SENATE, Mr. LUGAR. Madam President, of vote, and I move to lay that motion on Washington, DC, March 20, 2002. course, we agree with the Senator from the table. His Excellency ADRIAN NASTASE, The motion to lay on the table was Prime Minister, 1, Victoriei Square, Virginia. That is the purpose of this de- District 1, Bucharest, ROMANIA. bate, to draw the attention of this Sen- agreed to. DEAR MR. PRIME MINISTER: We write to ate to a momentous decision that is to The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ma- congratulate you on convening this impor- come. We must examine both armed jority leader. tant meeting with the other Prime Ministers services and foreign relations, and we f of Europe’s new democracies. It is an impor- pledge to do so, and the criteria of each tant stepping stone to the NATO summit in ORDER OF BUSINESS Prague next November. of the countries. NATO is important. It must succeed. Therefore, we ask sup- Mr. DASCHLE. Madam President, all At a time when the United States and its week long the average length of time it allies are engaged in a global war on ter- port for this resolution our President rorism, we are grateful for the support that has asked us to give him. has taken to have a vote has exceeded you and your colleagues have provided. I thank the Chair. 30 minutes. That is just too long. There Americans remember who their true friends The PRESIDING OFFICER. The bill is no way we are going to continue to and allies are at times of war. The threat we having been read the third time, the accomplish as much as we need to ac- face is a shared one, and we appreciate and question is, Shall the bill pass? The complish before the end of next week if value the substantial political, economic and we have to be spending 30 and 40 min- military contributions that the countries yeas and nays have been ordered. The clerk will call the roll. utes on a vote. We are going to have to represented in Bucharest are making to the start cutting off this time more aggres- coalition effort in Afghanistan and around The assistant legislative clerk called the world. You are demonstrating in practice the roll. sively. I want to put all colleagues on that you want to be allies of the United Mr. REID. I announce that the Sen- notice that we are not going to tol- States. It is indeed a ‘‘Spring of New Allies.’’ ator from North Dakota (Mr. CONRAD) erate the extent to which our good will At the NATO Summit in Prague in Novem- and the Senator from Georgia (Mr. is violated as these amendments are ber, Alliance heads-of-state will be making MILLER) are necessarily absent. voted upon. an important decision about continuing the I further announce that, if present Please come over and vote within the process of NATO enlargement. We want to 15 or 20 minutes allotted for the vote. take this opportunity to reiterate that and voting, the Senator from North NATO enlargement has enjoyed and con- Dakota (Mr. CONRAD) would vote ‘‘no.’’ Extending it twice as long is just unac- tinues to enjoy bipartisan support in the Mr. NICKLES. I announce that the ceptable and a real disservice to all our United States Senate. It is an issue that Senator from New Mexico (Mr. DOMEN- colleagues who are waiting to do their unites Democrats and Republicans. ICI), the Senator from Wyoming (Mr. work.

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.017 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4519 Madam President, as I said, we have my attention. We have not had a The senior assistant bill clerk read as all day today and all day on Monday chance to review it and to do a hotline follows: for Senators to offer amendments. I on it to see if there are any problems A bill (H.R. 3009) to extend the Andean know Senator DORGAN is waiting to with it. It looks like something we will Trade Preference Expansion Act, to grant offer an amendment. There will be be able to clear, but at this time we additional trade benefits under that Act, and other Senators who will come to the have not had a chance to do that so I for other purposes. floor. object. Pending: The authors of the steel amendment The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- Baucus/Grassley amendment No. 3401, in have kindly accepted our suggestion to tion is heard. the nature of a substitute. set aside their amendment in order to Mrs. CARNAHAN. I find it unbeliev- Rockefeller amendment No. 3433 (to accommodate other Senators who wish able that my colleagues on the other amendment No. 3401), to provide a 1-year eli- to have their amendments offered. I side of the aisle would object to a bill, gibility period for steelworker retirees and think it is very important that we use unanimously passed by the Judiciary eligible beneficiaries affected by a qualified closing of a qualified steel company for as- these days for full consideration of Committee, to honor the law enforce- sistance with health insurance coverage and other amendments. ment and public safety officers who interim assistance. It is my intention at this point to file risk their lives daily to keep us safe. Daschle amendment No. 3434 (to amend- cloture on the bill on Monday in order The bill I introduced provides a small ment No. 3433), to clarify that steelworker to have a cloture vote on Wednesday. amount of money to honor those who retirees and eligible beneficiaries are not eli- So amendments will have to be dis- have been injured or killed in the line gible for other trade adjustment assistance posed of prior to Wednesday. of duty. As we celebrate Police Officers unless they would otherwise be eligible for It is my expectation that we will be Memorial Week, it is troubling to me that assistance. taking up a supplemental appropria- that anyone would want to deny them The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- tions bill, in consultation of course the recognition that they are due. ator from Nevada. with Senator BYRD, before the end of I hope whoever is blocking this bill CLOTURE MOTION next week. There is no way we can do from passing will reconsider their op- Mr. REID. Mr. President, I send a that unless we bring our debate on this position and let us honor these brave cloture motion to the desk. bill to a successful close. men and women. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The clo- So we have a lot of work to do next The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Re- ture motion having been presented week. We want to finish the bill. We publican leader. under rule XXII, the Chair directs the want to finish the supplemental bill. Mr. LOTT. Madam President, there is clerk to read the motion. We may take up other issues as well, a process of doing legislation in the The assistant legislative clerk read including some reference to the budget. Senate. This was just reported, as I un- as follows: So it is necessary that we use the days derstand it, yesterday. I made the CLOTURE MOTION between now and then to the maximum point I had not had a chance to review We, the undersigned Senators, in accord- degree possible. it at all. ance with the provisions of rule XXII of the I urge Senators to come over and I note we should honor, in whatever Standing Rules of the Senate, hereby move have their amendments considered. way possible, men and women who to bring to a close the debate on the Rocke- Senator REID will be here, and other have fallen in the line of duty as law feller amendment No. 3433: members of the leadership, but pri- enforcement and public safety officers. Jay Rockefeller, Paul Wellstone, Barbara Mikulski, Charles Shumer, Edward marily Senator REID, who has offered But just looking at this preliminarily, to offer the amendments on behalf of Kennedy, Joseph Lieberman, Richard it provides Federal grants to States, J. Durbin, John F. Kerry, Barbara Senators who may have travel sched- local governments, and Indian tribes to Boxer, Harry Reid, Tom Daschle, Chris- ules that will not accommodate their establish permanent tributes to honor topher J. Dodd, Thomas R. Carper, offering of amendments. So there is no men and women who are killed or dis- Paul Sarbanes, Jon Corzine, Patrick reason these amendments cannot be of- abled while serving as law enforcement Leahy, Debbie Stabenow. fered. Senator REID will be here to or public safety officers. We have had The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- offer them or Senators can come and that happen in my home community. ator from Nevada. offer them themselves. But all day Policemen and highway patrolmen ORDERS FOR TUESDAY, MAY 21, 2002 today and all day Monday we are open have lost their lives. We should honor Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- for business and we are determined to them. We should do that locally and imous consent that when the Senate use these days to the maximum degree privately. completes its business on Monday, May possible. For the Federal Government to en- 20, the Senate stand adjourned until 9 I thank my colleagues for what I courage and maybe to participate is a.m., Tuesday, May 21; that on Tues- think has been a very productive week worth considering, but there is a prin- day, the Journal of proceedings be ap- on this bill. Their cooperation has been ciple here. I am not sure it is one that proved to date, the morning hour be very catalytic in bringing about the we want to just approve without hav- deemed expired, and the time for the final days of debate on the bill—with ing a chance to take a closer look at it. two leaders be reserved for their use the one exception that we are spending The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- later in the day; that there then be a too much time on the votes them- ator from Nevada. period of morning business until 9:30 selves. Mr. REID. I suggest the absence of a a.m., with the time equally divided and I yield the floor. quorum. controlled between the two leaders or The PRESIDING OFFICER. The f their designees, with Senators per- clerk will call the roll. UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST— The assistant legislative clerk pro- mitted to speak therein for up to 10 S. 2179 ceeded to call the roll. minutes each; that at 9:30 a.m., the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- Senate resume consideration of H.R. ator from Missouri. imous consent the order for the 3009, and there be 90 minutes of debate Mrs. CARNAHAN. Madam President, quorum call be rescinded. with respect to the cloture motion on I ask unanimous consent the Senate The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. the steel amendment, with the time proceed to the immediate consider- CORZINE). Without objection, it is so or- equally divided and controlled between ation of Calendar No. 375, S. 2179, that dered. the two leaders or their designees; that the Senate vote on the motion to in- the bill be read a third time, passed, f and the motion to reconsider be laid voke cloture at 11 a.m., with the man- upon the table with no intervening ac- ANDEAN TRADE PREFERENCE datory quorum required under rule tion or debate. EXPANSION ACT XXII being waived, without inter- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under vening action or debate; provided fur- objection? the previous order, the Senate will now ther, that the Senate recess on Tues- Mr. LOTT. Reserving the right to ob- resume consideration of H.R. 3009, day from 12:30 to 2:15 p.m., for the reject, this legislation was just called to which the clerk will report. spective party conference meetings.

VerDate May 14 2002 01:38 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.024 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4520 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there Mr. REID. If there is no one here to ‘‘(b) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in objection? offer an amendment, the agreement is subsection (a)’’; and Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, reserv- that we would set whatever amend- (3) by striking ‘‘(3) WAIVER.—The President ing the right to object. ment is next in order aside and go to may waive the application of paragraph (1)’’ and inserting the following: The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- the next amendment. ator from North Dakota. ‘‘(c) WAIVER.—The President may waive Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I have the application of subsection (a)’’. Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, reserv- no objection. ing the right to object, might I inquire The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, Cuba of my colleague from Nevada, the dis- objection? suffered a hurricane that had a fairly position of the amendment that you Without objection, it is so ordered. significant impact on the island. The just referenced would conclude at what Mr. REID. Mr. President, now we are Cubans wanted to purchase American point on Tuesday? In other words, what on the bill; is that right, Mr. Presi- food, and they did. They purchased well time would the vote be on the steel dent? over $100 million in food from our coun- amendment? The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- try: Corn, wheat, dried beans, eggs, and Mr. REID. At 11 a.m., which would be ator is correct. much more. voting on cloture on the amendment. Mr. REID. The bill is open for amend- However, the legislation that allows Mr. DORGAN. Voting on cloture on ment. us to sell food to Cuba prohibits any fi- the steel amendment? As I have indicated, it is my under- nancing of these sales—even private fi- Mr. REID. Yes. standing that Senator ALLEN wishes to nancing. Cubans have to pay cash, and Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, could offer an amendment. He does not ap- it is illegal for U.S. companies or banks the Senator tell me, is there an estab- pear to be in the Chamber. to be involved in the transactions. lished order on recognition following The other understanding we cer- Now, this should strike most people as that vote for the purpose of offering tainly need to have is that if the Demo- rather strange. We will allow our farm- amendments? crats offer five amendments in a row, ers to sell wheat or eggs or dried beans Mr. REID. Yes. I appreciate the Sen- the Republicans, when they are ready to Cuba, but they can’t even use pri- ator’s question. I was going to make a to offer their amendments, can also vate financing to do the sale. statement on that. We have a list that offer five amendments to catch up with So the ban on extending credit by is already in the RECORD of the order in us. And that is the understanding we U.S. private banks and companies to which amendments will be offered. have had. And certainly that should be Cuba means transactions are carried The next amendment will be a Re- the order of things so we treat people out in cash. And the payments cannot publican amendment. We understand fairly. even be made directly. When Alimport, Senator ALLEN is the person who is The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- the agency in Cuba that purchases this going to offer that. Following that ator from North Dakota. food on behalf of the Cuban people, would be the Kerry amendment, then a AMENDMENT NO. 3439 TO AMENDMENT NO. 3401 makes a purchase, the money has to go Republican amendment, then Dorgan Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I send through a French bank, in a trans- amendment, and on down the line. an amendment to the desk on behalf of action that takes 40-plus hours. I would say, however, that I am going myself, Senator ENZI, Senator CANT- Well, when we were putting together to offer some amendments on behalf of WELL, Senator HAGEL, Senator JOHN- the Senate version of the Farm Bill, we other Senators during the day. But SON, Senator ROBERTS, and Senator decided to do something about this anyone who wants to come to the MURRAY. problem. We inserted a provision into floor—including the Senator from The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without the Senate version of the Farm bill North Dakota, if he is here and wants objection, the pending amendment will that allowed private financing of agri- to debate the Cuba amendment he is be set aside and the clerk will report cultural sales to Cuba. No U.S. govern- going to offer—today would be a good the amendment. ment financing—just private financing. time to do that. The senior assistant bill clerk read as The vast majority of Senators voted As the majority leader has indicated, follows: for this amendment. Then the House of today we will stay in session as long as The Senator from North Dakota [Mr. DOR- Representatives, by a vast majority, people have something to say. On Mon- GAN], for himself, Mr. ENZI, Ms. CANTWELL, passed a resolution calling on the day we are going to come in around 1 Mr. HAGEL, Mr. JOHNSON, Mr. ROBERTS, and House conferees to accept this provi- o’clock in the afternoon. The same Mrs. MURRAY, proposes an amendment num- sion in conference. But the measure would apply on Monday. People can bered 3439. was taken out of the conference report offer amendments on Monday. There Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I ask anyway. will be no votes, but some of these unanimous consent reading of the amendments will be debated. Some of amendment be dispensed with. The amendment we are offering them will be accepted. For other The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without today to the trade bill is identical to amendments we will schedule votes. objection, it is so ordered. the provisions that were in the Senate And we could schedule those votes, of The amendment is as follows: version of the Farm Bill. Not one word course, on Tuesday. (Purpose: To permit private financing of has been changed. So I think a lot of progress could be agricultural sales to Cuba) What we are trying to overcome here made today and on Monday. We will At the appropriate place, insert the fol- is a small group of lawmakers that are work our way on down the list. lowing: trumping the will of Congress. Did that answer the Senator’s ques- SEC. ll. AGRICULTURAL SALES TO CUBA. You know, when we passed the legis- tion? (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 908 of the Agri- lation that allowed our farmers to sell Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I be- culture, Rural Development, Food and Drug food from Cuba, a Congressman from lieve so. I am only concerned that we Administration and Related Agencies Appro- Florida was quoted in the Miami Her- have time, prior to the filing of the clo- priations Act, 2001 (22 U.S.C. 7207) is amended ald as saying that he was satisfied that by striking subsection (b). the language in the legislation was re- ture motion and a vote on cloture on (b) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.—Section this bill, to offer amendments. I have 908(a) of the Agriculture, Rural Develop- strictive, making it difficult for United offered one amendment. I have two ad- ment, Food and Drug Administration and States companies to do business in ditional amendments. I certainly want Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2001 Cuba because they will have to go to be able to offer them. (22 U.S.C. 7207(a)) (as amended by subsection through third countries for financing. As I understand it, the Senator from (a)), is amended— My colleague in the House of Rep- Nevada has indicated that, despite the (1) by striking ‘‘(a)’’ and all that follows resentatives did not care about the in- fact there is a list of amendment, if we through ‘‘Notwithstanding’’ and inserting tent of the legislation—he wanted to the following: are able to be here today and/or Mon- ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding’’; make sure that it was as difficult as day to offer additional amendments, (2) by striking ‘‘(2) RULE OF CONSTRUC- possible for our farmers to sell food to nothing will preclude us from offering TION.—Nothing in paragraph (1)’’ and insert- Cuba. He said he was pleased with the those amendments. Is that correct? ing the following: outcome.

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17MY6.008 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4521 Well, I am not pleased with that. I Our amendment today deals only venting famine and hunger, but it also think it makes no sense. And it just de- with the private financing of sales of provides important markets for U.S. fies belief that when the Senate re- food. This amendment does what the agricultural producers, particularly in cently tried to fix the problem, the will Senate has already done on the pre- Cuba. of the Congress was ignored again. The vious occasion. There is not a word Cuba, a market that has been closed Senate version of the Farm Bill had a changed. I hope for its favorable con- to U.S. exports since 1961, currently provision to allow private financing of sideration. And we will have more to imports approximately $750 million in agricultural sales to Cuba, which say on the subject of Cuba policy in the agricultural products from countries passed by a 2 to 1 margin. The House weeks and months ahead. around the world, including European voted 273 to 143 to endorse the Senate One final point: My colleague from allies. And one recent study by Texas provision for more trade with Cuba, the State of Washington has worked A&M University suggested a long-term and to have the House conferees accept with me to construct this legislation export market potential of up to $1.2 it. But guess what? It was dumped out and put it in this bill. I regret a num- billion for U.S. agricultural products. of conference anyway. ber of the other cosponsors are not However, Mr. President, there was a So we are back, to offer the same here. I wish we had had an opportunity catch with the legislation as it passed amendment, word for word. The Senate to offer the amendment when they in that it put a restriction on the use has already voted on this. The bipar- were all here. They have expressed of any private financing or letters of tisan support is substantial. I men- similar sentiments in the past—Sen- credit from U.S. banks for those pur- tioned cosponsors of this amendment, ators HAGEL, ENZI, and ROBERTS, and chases. The restriction only applied to who are many, Republicans and Demo- others who believe as I do and as Sen- Cuba—not Sudan, Libya, Iran, or any crats. My expectation is we will con- ator CANTWELL does. other country—just Cuba. So as my tinue to offer this amendment until the I yield the floor. colleague has suggested, food is being will of the Congress prevails. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- used as a political weapon against This measure is long overdue. Do you ator from Washington. Cuba. think Castro has ever missed a meal Ms. CANTWELL. Mr. President, I This legislation undermines the spir- because we won’t sell food to Cuba? rise in support of the Dorgan-Cantwell it of the TSRA in that it effectively The restrictions on food sales do noth- amendment that removes existing re- continues to use food and medicine as a ing but hurt poor, sick, and hungry strictions on United States banks from foreign policy tool. As any farmer can people. It is not a moral thing to do, to financing the legal export of American tell you, financing is a critical element use food as a weapon, as a part of our food and medical products to Cuba. of selling your products both domesti- My colleague from North Dakota has foreign policy. And it is not a smart cally and throughout the world. We are very eloquently pointed out that our trade policy, not when we are depriving blocking American food from going to country cannot use food as a weapon. I U.S. farmers of a market for their Cuba because of that inability to get crops. applaud him for his leadership in the committee in having hearings about private financing. In coming months, we are going to The potential for the Cuban market the travel penalties being placed on have to deal with a separate aspect of to our farmers has been demonstrated Americans and also the prohibition of Cuba policy: the restrictions on Ameri- over the last months by the announce- some American farmers from traveling cans who want to travel to Cuba. I just ments of cash purchases of over $90 to Cuba to discuss either cash pur- held a hearing on that. million in agricultural products that Let me describe this policy through chases or, if this language is changed, has been made—the first United the eyes of a retired schoolteacher in the United States financing of legal ag- States-Cuba commercial transaction Illinois. She was reading a cycling ricultural purchases by Cuba. since 1961. So we know the Cubans are magazine published in Canada. She is a This amendment is particularly ap- interested and are willing to pay cash. retired schoolteacher in her sixties, propriate. If you think about it, just and she likes to bicycle. She saw an ad last week we passed a farm package ba- But we cannot finance agricultural about a bicycling trip to Cuba, and she sically dedicating our efforts to try to sales of this magnitude by cash pur- signed up. She went to Cuba with near- improve the farm economy in America. chases. This opening is particularly impor- ly a dozen other people, and they bicy- We did this with the underlying goal of tant in my home State. Washington cled for 7 or 8 days. She loved it. She trying to improve the economic com- had a strong trading relationship with came back to this country, back to Illi- petitiveness of American farmers by nois, and a year later she got a letter helping them open up markets. Today Cuba prior to the embargo, and I think from the U.S. Department of the Treas- we were in the Chamber talking about we would be in a good position to ben- ury saying: guess what, we are fining how to make it easier to have trade ne- efit from opening up these agricultural you $7,500 for bicycling in Cuba. gotiations. With this amendment, we markets. Is that an unusual story? No, it is have an opportunity to fix what is real- Industry experts predict that Cuba’s happening all across the country. We ly an arbitrary, unjust, and illogical markets could bring substantial rev- are slapping around the American peo- sanction on food exports. In doing so, if enue to farmers in my State on prod- ple, restricting their travel rights be- we change this procedure, we open up ucts like peas, lentils, apples, sweet cause we are upset with Fidel Castro. potentially billions of dollars of mar- cherry and pear production, and many I want to bring democracy to Cuba. kets for American farmers. other products. I think given the The wrong way to do that is to use food Our colleagues may remember that events of the last week, with President as a weapon and to penalize Americans in the 106th Congress, Congress passed Carter opening a new chapter in our who would travel in Cuba. The effective the Trade Sanction Reform and Export history with Cuba, and the positive way to do it is to flood Cuba with Enhancement Act of 2000 in an effort to steps that have been taken by the American products and visitors. preclude unilateral sanctions on the Cuban Government in allowing him to We are told in the Senate that the export of American food and medical come there and address that nation, it way to deal with China and move the products. In passing this language, is critically important that we rethink Communist government in China in the Congress sent an important message this limitation we have had on private right direction is to have greater en- through TSRA that food and medicine financing. My colleagues have said we gagement, more trade, more travel. were not to be used as a political tool believe that food and medical products The same is true with Vietnam. That is of foreign policy. Practically speaking, should be sold to Cuba. We have agreed the way to deal with Communists, be- the legislation made it possible for to that. Now all that stands in the way cause they can’t resist the relentless American farmers to export their prod- is this arbitrary limitation of saying march of capitalism and freedom. But ucts around the world, though the law we are not going to allow you to fi- a small pocket of people in our country did require licenses from the executive nance it with private banking in the refuse to apply that same approach to branch for exports to Cuba, Libya, United States. That is a mistake. Cuba. That makes no sense. The major- Sudan, and Iran. We cannot continue this policy and ity of the Members of the House and The TSRA not only addresses the im- hold not just the Cuban people hostage Senate know that. portance of humanitarian goals of pre- to food and medical products, but U.S.

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.030 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4522 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 farmers who have products they can wheat, and eggs to Cuba. We ought to embargo on all exports to Cuba last sell there. If we have said we believe worry a whole lot more about bombs year. The TSRA provision effectively they should be able to sell those prod- from terrorists than about our farmers eliminated one of our nearest and most ucts into that country, we should be selling dried beans to Cuba. easily accessible agricultural markets. willing to say that there can be financ- We just held a hearing in which we Our amendment today seeks to remedy ing for those products as well. found that the Office of Foreign Asset this unworkable situation. As my colleague from North Dakota Control and the Treasury, which is re- Given the crisis in American agri- mentioned, we voted on this amend- sponsible for tracking down terrorist culture, the prospect of selling to a ment. It was part of the farm package funding—has at least some of their new market is welcome news to U.S. that passed out of the Senate. We will staff tracking Americans who have farmers and exporters. In my home keep pushing this until we are success- traveled in Cuba. A fellow who testified State of Wyoming, agriculture is a ful. at my hearing on travel to Cuba came driving force behind economic sustain- I yield the floor. from Senator CANTWELL’s State of ability, and I firmly believe this The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Washington. His parents were mission- amendment will strengthen the posi- ator from North Dakota is recognized. aries to Cuba, and built a little church tion of local farmers as they work to Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I thank there. After Castro came to power, his compete at the international level. Al- the Senator from Washington for her family returned to America. A few lowing food exports to Cuba will not work on this amendment. As I indi- years ago, this poor fellow’s parents only transfer critically needed supplies cated before, this amendment has tragically died in a house fire. He de- to the suffering Cuban people, but it broad bipartisan support. The Senate cided to honor their memory by taking will also create a potential new market has already expressed itself previously. their ashes back to Cuba, to bury them for American farmers and exporters. By a wide margin, the Senate says we in the little church that they had built Opponents of this amendment will ought not to use food as a weapon. decades earlier. He went to Cuba for argue that we should not soften our po- I understand that Fidel Castro has just one day, and did just that. Upon sition on the Cuban embargo, that been sticking his finger in our eye for his return, he told the Customs Service Cuba has not earned the right to trade, a long while. I don’t stand here want- that he had been to Cuba, and ex- and that we should continue to shut off ing to make life better for Fidel Cas- plained the circumstances. Months this socially and economically re- tro. I want to bring democracy to later, he got a letter saying, guess pressed nation from the world. They Cuba. After 40 years of failure with an what, you have to pay a fine of $7,500. will reiterate that isolating Fidel Cas- embargo that doesn’t work, it seems I am just saying that when govern- tro’s regime is our only hope in forcing that we ought to try something else. ment officials responsible for tracking him to recognize the error of his ways. I have been to Cuba. What I learned down terrorists are spending their time I disagree. Our embargo is not working, there is that Fidel Castro says the rea- chasing down folks like this poor fel- because we are not the only country in son the Cuban economy is in deep trou- low, they just don’t have their eye on the world that can provide food and ble is because the United States has its the ball. medicine to Cuba. As such, Castro does hands around the Cuban economy’s The amendment we are offering not have to trade with us. The real los- neck. This embargo is what they blame today having to do with private financ- ers in this battle are the Cuban people for Cuba’s economic troubles. I am not ing of agricultural sales to Cuba is also and the American farmers. The United saying that Fidel Castro is right. I am a call to reason. States must develop a policy that goes just saying this embargo has been This amendment is an amendment beyond the embargo. Food and medi- Fidel Castro’s biggest and best excuse that deserves the support of the entire cine are not tools of war, and should for all of the shortcomings of his re- Senate. I hope we will be able to ap- not be used as such. gime. He uses it, has continued to use prove this amendment just as we did in I truly believe this amendment will it, and he says to the Cuban people the Senate version of the Farm Bill, strengthen our country’s role as a pro- that is the reason they have this trou- and I hope this time the provision will moter of democracy and freedom. Food ble. survive conference. and medical attention are the most In any event, it seems to me at some It is time for us to say it is not moral basic of human needs, and until those point you would learn a lesson. Fidel to use food as a weapon. This country are satisfied, the Cuban people will not Castro has been in power in Cuba is bigger and better than that. I have put political reform at the top of their through 10 U.S. Presidents. Clearly, traveled to refugee camps around the agenda. The U.S. must first help to sat- what we have been doing has not been world and I know their misery and isfy the basic needs of the Cuban peo- working. How about trying something share their pain. We all understand ple, and then push toward full political different? My sense is that the more that using food as a weapon is not reform. This amendment takes us one people travel in Cuba and the more in- something that represents the best of step closer to that goal. As history has vestments you have in Cuba, the more this country. That is why in this in- proven, political reform comes when Cuba’s economy is open, the more like- stance, and every instance, I want this individuals are exposed to worlds un- ly it is that Castro will lose his grip on country to stop it. This amendment like their own. Take China for exam- power in Cuba. My goal is to bring de- simply opens the door a bit wider so ple, opening trade and encouraging dia- mocracy to Cuba. But we don’t, in my that the flow of food to Cuba—food pur- logue with the Chinese has promoted judgment, serve our interests, or any- chased by Cuba—can be done through capitalism and democracy in their body else’s, by saying we want to use normal private financing. country. This amendment would in- food as a weapon. I yield the floor. crease that exposure and would im- Because I and others have fought to Mr. ENZI. Mr. President, I rise in prove the social and economic well- open the window just a bit, food is now support of the amendment offered by being of the Cuban population. going to Cuba, however slowly. Cuba is the Senator from North Dakota. I As one of the principal sponsors of able to buy it from our companies and thank the Senator for introducing this the 2001 Export Administration Act, our family farmers. We now have amendment, which will directly benefit which was passed by the Senate last chicken legs, turkey breasts, and dried our American farmers and the citizens September but has yet to see action in beans being offloaded in Cuba because of Cuba who have suffered from inad- the House, I understand the impor- they bought them from the United equate access to food. tance of export controls and I recognize States. Good for them and good for us. This amendment would amend a pro- the delicacy of this situation. However, At a time when we are beset by ter- vision that has undeniably hurt the I do not believe food and medicine rorist threats, worrying about future economic viability of our agriculture should be controlled under unilateral acts of terrorism, those responsible for sector since the passage of the Trade sanctions. We need to tightly control our nation’s safety and welfare have Sanctions and Reform Act, TSRA, in some exports, but food should be al- much better things to do than to worry 2001. The TSRA, which prohibited the lowed to pass as freely as possible about shutting off the flow of chicken use of private financing for food and across our borders. I encourage my col- legs, turkey breasts, dried beans, medicine sales to Cuba, instituted an leagues to vote for this amendment,

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.032 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4523 not only for the sake of the Cuban peo- (E) be subject to such other terms and con- During the past several months, all ple but for the sake of our own local ditions as the Secretary determines appro- Americans have been deluged with farmers and their families. Now is the priate. news of recessions, plummeting con- (2) ACCOUNT.—A loan awarded to an indi- time to chart a new course for United vidual under this section shall be deposited sumer confidence, and rising unem- States-Cuba relations. into an account from which a monthly mort- ployment. While these are uneasy The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- gage payment will be made in accordance times for everyone, in States such as ator from Virginia is recognized. with the terms and conditions of such loan. North Carolina, South Carolina, Ala- (d) REPAYMENT.— AMENDMENT NO. 3406 TO AMENDMENT NO. 3401 bama, Georgia, Southside and South- (1) IN GENERAL.—An individual to which a west Virginia, and every State with Mr. ALLEN. Mr. President, I wish to loan has been awarded under this section call up amendment No. 3406, which is shall be required to begin making repay- heavy concentrations of manufac- at the desk. ments on the loan on the earlier of— turing, especially in the textile and ap- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without (A) the date on which the individual has parel industries, they have been espe- objection, the pending amendment is been employed on a full-time basis for 6 con- cially hard hit. secutive months; or set aside. (B) the date that is 1 year after the date on Nationwide, employment in apparel The clerk will report the amendment. which the loan has been approved under this manufacturing has been just dev- The senior assistant bill clerk read as section. astating. Factory employment has follows: (2) REPAYMENT PERIOD AND AMOUNT.— plummeted just in the last year and a (A) REPAYMENT PERIOD.—A loan awarded The Senator from Virginia [Mr. ALLEN], for half. One out of every three layoffs in under this section shall be repaid on a himself, Mr. EDWARDS, Mr. WARNER, and Mr. monthly basis over the 5-year period begin- Virginia is from the manufacturing in- THURMOND, proposes an amendment num- dustry, although only one in six jobs in bered 3406 to amendment No. 3401. ning on the date determined under paragraph (1). Virginia is in this sector. Virginia’s Mr. ALLEN. Mr. President, I ask (B) AMOUNT.—The amount of the monthly Southside region and Southwest Vir- unanimous consent that further read- payment described in subparagraph (a) shall ginia region are already suffering from ing of the amendment be dispensed be determined by dividing the total amount the effects of international competi- with. provided under the loan (plus interest) by 60. tion. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without (C) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in this paragraph shall be construed to prohibit Nationwide, an average of 37,500 objection, it is so ordered. an individual from— Americans lose their jobs because of The amendment is as follows: (i) paying off a loan awarded under this NAFTA-related competition each year. section in less than 5 years; or (Purpose: To provide mortgage payment as- During the 1990s, Virginians saw the sistance for employees who are separated (ii) from paying a monthly amount under from employment) such loan in excess of the monthly amount loss of 15,400 apparel jobs, a decline of 54 percent, and 15,300 textile jobs, a de- At the appropriate location, insert the fol- determined under subparagraph (B) with re- lowing: spect to the loan. cline of 36 percent. (e) REGULATIONS.—Not later than 6 weeks SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. after the date of enactment of this Act, the That is bad news. However, please This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Homestead Secretary shall promulgate regulations nec- understand, Mr. President, I strongly Preservation Act’’. essary to carry out this section, including believe that fair and free trade is nec- SEC. 2. MORTGAGE PAYMENT ASSISTANCE PILOT regulations that permit an individual to cer- essary and desirable if American busi- PROGRAM. tify that the individual is an eligible indi- nesses are to have the opportunity to (a) ESTABLISHMENT OF PILOT PROGRAM.— vidual under subsection (b). promote their goods, services, and con- The Secretary of Labor (referred to in this (f) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.— tinue to expand their growth abroad. section as the ‘‘Secretary’’) shall establish a There is authorized to be appropriated to pilot program under which the Secretary carry out this section, $10,000,000 for each of NAFTA, despite those negative sto- shall award low-interest loans to eligible in- fiscal years 2003 through 2007. ries I just went through in Virginia— dividuals to enable such individuals to con- (g) TERMINATION.—The program established and it is similar in other States, I sus- tinue to make mortgage payments with re- under this section shall terminate on the pect—has actually created a net in- date that is 5 years after the date of enact- spect to the primary residences of such indi- crease in employment. So while on bal- viduals. ment of this Act. ance it is a net increase, we still do (b) ELIGIBILITY.—To be eligible to receive a Mr. ALLEN. With the permission of need to recognize there are good, hard- loan under the program established under the Chair, I would like to address the working people who end up losing their subsection (a), an individual shall— amendment. (1) be an individual who— jobs. (A) is determined by the Secretary to be a The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- member of a group of workers described in ator is free to speak. When NAFTA came into effect, I was section 250(a)(1) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 Mr. ALLEN. Mr. President, this Governor of Virginia, and we led trade U.S.C. 2331); amendment, which is entitled the missions to Quebec, Ontario, and to (B) is an adversely affected worker with re- Homestead Preservation Act, is an various places in Mexico, from spect to whom a certification of eligibility amendment to the trade promotion au- Veracruz to Mexico City. We were able has been issued by the Secretary of Labor thority/trade adjustment assistance to bring back an agreement from Mex- under chapter 2 of title II of such Act (19 substitute which is currently being ico and Canada that initially meant a U.S.C. 2271 et seq.); and considered. First and foremost, I thank half a billion dollars in new invest- (C) is receiving adjustment assistance under such chapter; my good colleagues, Senator JOHN ED- ments and sales for Virginia. These in- (2) be a borrower under a loan which re- WARDS of North Carolina, Senator JOHN vestments were made possible only by quires the individual to make monthly mort- WARNER of Virginia, and Senator fair and free trade. gage payments with respect to the primary STROM THURMOND of South Carolina, While trade is helping our economy place of residence of the individual; and for their important cosponsorship of as a whole, there still are good, hard- (3) be enrolled in a job training or job as- this amendment. Their leadership and sistance program. working families who have been ad- understanding of the desirability for versely affected by international com- (c) LOAN REQUIREMENTS.— this amendment is very important. (1) IN GENERAL.—A loan provided to an eli- petition, especially in the textile and gible individual under this section shall— I say to my colleagues in the Senate apparel industries. that this is an amendment which is de- (A) be for a period of not to exceed 12 Anytime a factory closes, it is a dev- months; signed to help displaced workers get (B) be for an amount that does not exceed access to short-term, low-interest astating blow to all the families in the the sum of— loans to help cover monthly home community and region. Usually to (i) the amount of the monthly mortgage mortgage payments while they are these textile facilities which are not in payment owed by the individual; and looking for a new job. This is a com- big urban or suburban areas. They are (ii) the number of months for which the monsense, compassionate legislative usually in smaller, more rural commu- loan is provided; nities. (C) have an applicable rate of interest that idea designed to help working families equals 4 percent; who, through no fault of their own, are I was especially proud of how the (D) require repayment as provided for in adversely affected by international close-knit Southside communities in subsection (d); and competition. Virginia came together when people

VerDate May 14 2002 01:38 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.034 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4524 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 lost their jobs, when companies such as ment of Labor to administer a low-in- vital that the Federal Government do Pluma or Tultex closed their doors. terest loan program, say 4 percent, for what is right by our workers in the tex- These individuals should not have to go workers displaced due to international tile and apparel industries and indeed through these hard times alone. competition. An individual, who quali- in all industries suffering high rates of After the Tultex plant closed in fies for the program will be eligible for job losses due to international com- Martinsville, right before Christmas in up to 12 monthly home mortgage pay- petition. December 1999, people donated toys to ments. Because of international competi- the Salvation Army to make sure The program is authorized at a max- tion, textile and apparel workers are Christmas came to the homes of thou- imum of only $10 million a year for 5 even more vulnerable to the current sands of laid-off workers. years. The loans will be distributed economic situation, making them ill- I am proposing that the Federal Gov- through an account providing monthly equipped to weather an economic ernment do its part to help these peo- allocations to cover the amount of the downturn. ple through these tough times. There worker’s home mortgage payment. The The reason I say this is because in are already thoughtful programs in loans could be paid off once the person the year 2000, the average wage rates in place, such as the NAFTA Transitional finds another job or repaid over a pe- Virginia for a textile or apparel worker Adjustment Assistance Program that riod of up to 5 years. No payments were 77 percent and 57 percent, respec- helps workers obtain additional job would be required until 6 months after tively, compared to the overall wage skills, training, and employment as- the borrower has returned to work full rate for Virginians. What that means is sistance. That program provides ex- time. that their wages are providing them tended unemployment benefits during Again, if someone is laid off and they less money for their family’s rainy day job training. These programs are the want to apply for these loans, they can savings account, and right now it is result of a commonsense, logical un- only get a loan for 12 months for storming for many of these families. derstanding and the conclusion that monthly mortgage payments, and then When these workers are displaced, in people can lose their jobs because of 6 months after they get back on their many cases meager savings and tem- trade agreements. They are not losing feet, they will have to pay it off over a porary unemployment benefits are fre- their jobs because of anything they did 5-year period. This program will only quently not enough to cover expenses wrong or because they do not want to be available for workers displaced due that have previously fit in within the work. For the most part, these are to international competition and who family’s budget. folks who have worked in these compa- also qualify for benefits under the Without immediate help, many of nies for a great number of years. In NAFTA Trade Adjustment Assistance these families, at a minimum, risk los- some cases there are entire families Program. Furthermore, they actually ing their credit ratings. And in the working at these companies. Their par- have to be participating in such pro- worst case scenario, they could lose ents and their children may all work grams. their home or their car, or both. The Like the NAFTA–TAAP and the TAA together in some of these mills. biggest financial investment many peo- benefits program, the Homestead Pres- We ought to find a way to ease the ple make in life is in their home, and ervation Act recognizes that some tem- stress and turmoil for people whose when they lose their home, they have porary assistance is needed as workers lives are unexpectedly thrown into lost a great deal. Their credit ratings take time to become retrained, reedu- transition after years of steady em- are obviously damaged. Many have a cated, expand upon their skills, and ployment with a company that just great deal of equity built up in that search for new employment. suddenly disappears. As Governor, I enjoyed nothing more home, and much is lost, including their While these hard-working families than being able to recruit and bring dignity. It is important that we enable and are trying to find appropriate new em- new investment, new jobs, and enter- try to assist people in keeping their ployment, they should not have to fear prises into Virginia. By recruiting new losing their homes as well. For most businesses, we brought in more jobs homes and protect their credit ratings. people and their families, the biggest and better jobs for the hard-working, We should do so as these people work financial investment they make in caring people of Virginia. For example, toward strengthening and updating their lives is their home. Many have in the Martinsville, Henry County their skills as they continue a search considerable equity built up in their area, we were able to get Drake Extru- for a new job. homes. sion in Great Britain to open a new fa- The Homestead Preservation Act pro- Many Government agencies already cility in Virginia. They chose vides the temporary financial tools have low-interest loan programs that Martinsville Industrial Park for its necessary for displaced workers to get are in place to help families who have new carpet and bedding fiber manufac- back on their feet. And when they get met unexpected economic disasters, turing plant. This was announced as a back on their feet, they not only still such as natural disasters—which in- $12 million investment which doubled have a home, but they also have the clude floods, tornadoes, and hurricanes. since its opening in 1995. It brought in ability to succeed. When I look at the factory closings additional small businesses, and they In my view, it is a caring, logical, and literally thousands of jobs being now employ about 225 people. and responsible response. I hope my lost, it is an economic disaster to these Unfortunately, it can take time to colleagues will vote on this matter, families and communities, and its ef- bring new companies and new indus- possibly as early as next Tuesday. I fects are just as far-reaching and cer- tries into a region, just as it takes hope they support this commonsense, tainly as economically devastating as time to learn a new skill or earn a de- compassionate idea that will help those floods, tornadoes, and hurricanes. gree. The displaced families, unfortu- individuals who have lost jobs due to Like in a natural disaster, families nately, in many cases, do not have the international competition, while we displaced by international competition time because they have monthly bills still go forward with trade promotion are not responsible for events leading that must be paid in full with no ex- authority, the Andean measure, and to the factory closings. The Federal cuses. trade adjustment assistance. Government, in my view, ought to The Homestead Preservation Act pro- All of these measures are very impor- make similar disaster loan assistance vides financial assistance necessary to tant, but let’s make sure we are help- programs available to our temporarily bridge the time it takes to find em- ing everyone that is negatively im- displaced workers. This is the rationale ployment. Without this bridge, many pacted. We need to also understand the for introducing the Homestead Preser- working families would not be able to balance that is necessary as this coun- vation Act. take advantage of the opportunities try opens up new markets, tears down This legislation will provide tem- that are out there for them. They barriers, which allows our goods, our porary mortgage assistance to dis- would be denied the necessary tools to products and services, and our tech- placed workers, helping them make help them succeed in the changing nology to enter into other areas. ends meet during their search for a new economy. We need to recognize there are some job. Specifically, the Homestead Pres- The current economic situation for who will need help in transition to get ervation Act authorizes the Depart- our country has made it even more back on their feet. Let’s make sure

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.037 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4525 they do not lose their homes because on passage of the bill, without any in- organized blood drives, organized as- they have been displaced by inter- tervening action or debate. sistance to the families, without ask- national competition. They are good The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there ing about their race or religion or eth- families, they are hard-working fami- objection? nicity or sexual orientation. lies, they are diligent, and this is the The Senator from Virginia. Is the Senator perplexed, as we cele- least I think we can do as we enter into Mr. ALLEN. On behalf of our leader, brate both the lives that were lost and these trade agreements. I object. celebrate the extraordinary heroism I yield the floor. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ob- and gallantry of the men and women, The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ma- jection is heard. does the Senator find it somewhat jority leader. The Senator from Massachusetts. ironic we cannot in this body make f Mr. KENNEDY. I see the majority sure we are going to protect those indi- leader on his feet, so I will wait until viduals from the vicious acts of bigotry UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST— he finishes, although I would like to and hatred and prejudice taking place S. 1140 perhaps ask him whether he under- in the United States, acts that have ac- Mr. DASCHLE. Mr. President, I have stands any reason that—as I under- tually escalated in recent years? a couple of unanimous consent requests stand, this is a motion to proceed; is Does the Senator feel a sense of frus- having to do with the consideration of that correct? Was this a motion to pro- tration about why this body cannot future legislative items, and I make ceed to the bill included in the major- come to grips with a reasonable debate these requests now. ity leader’s request? and discussion, as we have in the past, I ask unanimous consent that the Mr. DASCHLE. Mr. President, this is and have action, either for or against Majority leader, after consultation not only a motion to proceed but it this? with the Republican leader, may turn would be the circumstances under Does he not share the concern of to the consideration of Calendar No. which we would consider the bill itself. many families, and the 500 religious 210, S. 1140, a bill to provide for greater Mr. KENNEDY. This is the legisla- leaders from all of the great faiths that fairness in the arbitration process re- tion which we have addressed in this urged this body to pass this legislation lating to motor vehicle franchise con- body that was passed by a vote of 56 to expeditiously, and share the frustra- tracts; that it be considered under the 42, I believe as an amendment on the tion they are feeling as religious and following limitation: Defense authorization bill last year; moral leaders? Two hours for debate on the bill am I correct? Does the Senator feel we have an im- equally divided between the chairman Mr. DASCHLE. The Senator is cor- portant responsibility to get to this and the ranking member of the Judici- rect. We have addressed this legislation legislation and consider it and take ac- ary Committee; one relevant amend- in the past. As I will make known for tion and do it in an expedited manner? Mr. DASCHLE. Mr. President, the ment for each leader or their designee; the record, this is identical legislation Senator from Massachusetts has asked that there be 1 hour of debate on each to what was passed before. It is legisla- some very good questions. tion we will take up either under a amendment equally divided in the I share his frustration and his utter usual form; that no other amendments unanimous consent agreement or dismay that a bill of this importance be in order; and that upon the disposi- through a motion to proceed at some would have difficulty passing the Sen- tion of the amendments and the use or point in the not too distant future. ate right now. How can anyone be op- yielding back of time, the bill be read My hope was we could work out ar- posed to a bill that is already sup- a third time and the Senate vote on rangements whereby we could expedite ported by 500 organizations? How can final passage, without any intervening the consideration of the legislation. As anyone be opposed to a bill that has al- action or debate. the Senator has accurately noted, we ready passed on an overwhelming The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there have addressed this successfully in the basis—in one case, unanimously? objection? past and it is critical that we have an How can anyone be opposed to a bill The Senator from Virginia. opportunity once again to ensure that that addresses the fact that almost Mr. ALLEN. On behalf of our leader, this time the legislation does not die in every day at least three hate crimes on I object. conference. That is what happened. The the average are committed? How can The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ob- amendment was dropped in the con- anyone be opposed to a bill with the jection is heard. ference committee, even though the title Local Law Enforcement Enhance- f Senate had passed on a bipartisan basis ment Act? For the life of me, I don’t this bill as an amendment to the De- understand. UNANIMOUS CONSENT REQUEST— fense authorization legislation. S. 625 At the end of the day, whatever day Mr. KENNEDY. I stand corrected. it is, this legislation will pass. It will Mr. DASCHLE. Mr. President, I ask The vote was 57 to 42 in the Senate. As pass the easy way or the hard way, but unanimous consent that the Majority the Senator knows, we passed this on a it will pass. We will not adjourn with- leader, after consultation with the Re- UC in 1999 by 57 to 42. It has been re- out having passed this legislation. It is publican leader, may turn to the con- ported out of the Judiciary Committee that critical. The time has come and sideration of S. 625, the Local Law En- 12 to 7. In a vote on this issue in the gone for delay, for explanation, for ex- forcement Enhancement Act, and that House of Representatives, there were cuse, for anything else. There is no rea- it be considered under the following 232 Republicans and Democrats alike son why this legislation should not limitations: who effectively supported it. pass by an overwhelming bipartisan There be 4 hours of debate on the bill I ask the Senator a final question. margin. equally divided between the chairman This past week we had one of the most I appreciate the comments of the and the ranking member of the Judici- extraordinary events that we experi- Senator from Massachusetts and his ary Committee; that each leader or ence annually, when the police officers extraordinary leadership in this issue. I their designee be permitted to offer gather on the westside of the Capitol. join in acknowledging the importance two relevant first-degree amendments; The names were read of 233 officers who of this legislation and asking our col- that there be a time limitation of 1 died in the line of the duty, a good part leagues to join in ensuring its passage. hour for debate on each first-degree of those who died in the terrorist acts. Mr. KENNEDY. Those assurances, amendment; that no second-degree No one asked those law enforcement of- Mr. President, are enormously impor- amendments be in order prior to a ficials what their race was, what their tant and a tribute to all Americans, failed motion to table; that if a second- ethnicity was, what their religion or one of the great challenges to free our- degree amendment is offered, it be rel- sexual orientation was. They died. selves from all forms of discrimination. evant to the first-degree and be limited We all take a great sense of pride in I acknowledge the strong support and to 30 minutes for debate; that upon the their service to this country. We have leadership of Senator GORDON SMITH, a disposition of the amendments and the all taken a great sense of pride in the prime mover on this among our Repub- use or yielding back of time, the bill be work of selfless individuals who tried lican colleagues. Also, Senator SPEC- read a third time and the Senate vote to help the victims during this period: TER has been a very strong supporter.

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.041 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4526 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 This is a matter of conscience and a de- more and more Senators become aware cause I believe it is much more than a fining value for us as a society. that hate crimes impact every commu- Democratic priority. It ought to be a Since the tragedies of September 11, nity, every neighborhood and every national priority. a new spirit has grown across Amer- family across the nation. The Local Law Enforcement En- ica—one where individuals and commu- We can and should pass this legisla- hancement Act would assist State and nities come together to help those in tion swiftly. Not another day should local authorities when a hate crime need. We have praised the brave ac- pass before we take action to fight and such as the Shenandoah murders oc- tions of the firefighters and police offi- prevent these senseless acts of vio- curs within their jurisdiction. The bill cers who gave their lives to save oth- lence. would expand current Federal protec- ers, and we have done so without in- I thank the leadership for giving the tions against hate crimes based on quiring about their sexual orientation, American people the assurances we will race, religion, and national origin. It gender, race, or religion. We appro- take action on this legislation. would amend the criminal code to priately call heroes the men and Mr. DASCHLE. I thank the Senator cover hate crimes based on gender, sex- women who, without regard for their again for his presence on the floor and ual orientation, and disability. It own lives, saved the lives of strangers— his strong statement. would authorize grants for State and and we have never asked if they were I add a couple of additional thoughts. local programs designed to combat and gay or lesbian; African American, In 1996, two women were found mur- prevent hate crimes, and help the Fed- Asian American, White, or Latino. It is dered, their hands bound, their throats eral Government to assist State and important to take this spirit to the cut, just off the Appalachian trail in local law enforcement officials inves- next level, to come together as a na- Shenandoah National Park. Their tigating and prosecuting hate crimes. tion to stop the perpetration of sense- deaths were profound tragedies for I might say, Mr. President, this is di- less act of violence against individuals those families and their loved ones. rected just as much at those who are because of the religion they practice, They also sparked a wave of fear the perpetrators of hate for reasons of the color of their skin or their sexual among women and the gay community, religion. There is a rising and dis- orientation. that what happened to those two concerting trend in anti-Semitism in Hate crimes are a national disgrace— hikers could just as easily happen to this country that also ought to be ad- an attack on everything this country them. dressed. Hate crimes are committed in stands for. Attorney General Ashcroft That response, that fear, is exactly the name of anti-Semitism just as they recently compared the fight against what makes hate crimes different from are committed with other motivations. hate crimes to the fight against ter- all other crimes. They target individ- Those who profess to be concerned rorism, describing hate crimes as uals, but they intimidate and dehu- about anti-Semitism in this country ‘‘criminal acts that run counter to manize entire groups of people. Last ought to be concerned about the pas- what is best in America—our belief in month, Attorney General Ashcroft an- sage of this legislation. That also is equality and freedom.’’ nounced that the defendant in this case why I am troubled by those who now Although America experienced a sig- will be tried using the Hate Crimes choose, for whatever reason, to oppose nificant drop in violent crime during Sentencing Enhancement Act. This is this unanimous consent request and the 1990s, the number of hate crimes the first time a Federal murder pros- oppose moving this legislation forward. has continued to grow. In fact, accord- ecution will use this provision of the In the fall of 2000 this same legisla- ing to FBI statistics, in 2000 there were law. tion passed the Senate as an amend- nearly 8,000 reported hate crimes com- At his press conference announcing ment to the Department of Defense au- mitted in the United States. That’s the indictments, Attorney General thorization bill, as we noted just a over 20 hate crimes per day, every day. Ashcroft said: minute ago. There is no more need to Hate crimes send a poisonous mes- Criminal acts of hate run counter to what delay. If we could pass it before, we can sage that some Americans are second is best in America—our belief in equality and pass it again. We know the need is class citizens who deserve to be victim- freedom. clear, the support is there. It is time to ized solely because of their race, their Attorney General Ashcroft is abso- finish the job we started 2 years ago. ethnic background, their religion, their lutely right. Americans know that hate We need to pass the Local Law En- sexual orientation, their gender or crimes injure the victim, the commu- forcement Enhancement Act and pass their disability. These senseless crimes nity, and the entire Nation. No one it quickly. should be attacked simply because of have a destructive and devastating im- f pact not only on individual victims, his or her race, religion, gender, phys- but entire communities. If America is ical disabilities, or sexual orientation. MOTOR VEHICLE FRANCHISE CON- to live up to its founding ideals of lib- However, it is ironic to hear the Attor- TRACT ARBITRATION FAIRNESS erty and justice for all, combating hate ney General say that the Department ACT crimes must be a national priority. of Justice will aggressively inves- Mr. DASCHLE. Mr. President, I am Yet for too long, the federal govern- tigate, prosecute, and punish criminal concerned that there has been a Repub- ment has been forced to stand on the acts of violence motivated by hate and lican objecting to considering the sidelines in the fight against these intolerance. It is ironic because the Motor Vehicle Franchise Contract Ar- senseless acts of hate and violence. The only reason the Attorney General is bitration Fairness Act, S. 1140. Senator hate crimes bill will change that by able to pursue this case in this manner LOTT and I are cosponsors of this bill to giving the Justice Department greater is because the two women were on Fed- provide basic fairness to many small ability to investigate and prosecute eral property when the crime was com- businesses in Mississippi and South Da- these crimes, and to help the states do mitted. Had this tragedy occurred out- kota, and thousands more across the so as well. Now is the time for Congress side the National Park, it would have country. to speak with one voice, insisting that been up to the State and local authori- This legislation enjoys exceptional all Americans will be guaranteed the ties, and the sentencing enhancement bipartisan support. In fact, more than equal protection of the laws. We must that the Justice Department is seeking 60 Senators have cosponsored the pay more than lip service to this core would not have even been a possibility. Motor Vehicle Franchise Contract Ar- principle of our democracy. We must As Senator KENNEDY has said, until bitration Fairness Act, including, I give those words practical meaning in we pass the hate crimes legislation might add, the chairman and ranking our modern society. No Americans pending before Congress, the promise members of the Judiciary Committee. should feel that they are second-class to aggressively prosecute hate crimes It enjoys such exceptional bipartisan citizens because Congress refuses to is an empty promise. For several years support because it restores funda- protect them against hate crimes. now we have attempted to pass the mental fairness to the automobile fran- S. 625 is the same bipartisan bill hate crimes legislation that he and chising process. passed two years ago with 57 votes. others have introduced. I included it as Today, large automobile manufactur- Over the last 2 years, support for pas- part of our leadership bills introduced ers are forcing small business auto- sage of this bill has only grown, as at the beginning of this Congress be- mobile dealers to sign away their legal

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.043 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4527 rights as a condition of entering into a (Purpose: To prohibit a country that has not not help any country that works franchise agreement. These franchise taken steps to support the United States against our interests in other ways. contracts are presented by the auto- efforts to combat terrorism from receiving For this reason, we have established, mobile manufacturers as a ‘‘take it or certain trade benefits, and for other pur- in the underlying bill, conditions that poses) leave it’’ proposition, without any a country must meet in order to qual- room for good faith negotiations. It is Section 204(b)(5)(B) of the Andean Trade ify as a beneficiary. Conditions we have Preference Act, as amended by section 3102, wrong for one party to take advantage required in the past include that a ben- is amended by adding the following new eficiary not be a Communist-controlled of its raw negotiating power to limit clause: the legal rights of another party. ‘‘(viii) The extent to which the country has country. We have insisted that a coun- This bipartisan bill amends the Fed- taken steps to support the efforts of the try not be one that has or will expro- eral Arbitration Act to right this United States to combat terrorism. priate the property of U.S. citizens. wrong by simply reserving voluntary ‘‘Section 4102 is amended by striking the There must be a rule of law so that if arbitration to resolve disputes between matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting an investment is made in that country, the following: the dealers and manufacturers. they will be safe from having it expro- ‘‘(a) ELIGIBILITY FOR GENERALIZED SYSTEM priated. Senator JOHNSON and I have heard OF PREFERENCES.—Section 502(b)(2)(F) of the In the Andean trade bill before us, we from many automobile dealers in Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2462(b)(2)(F)) is add several new conditions. For exam- amended by striking the period at the end South Dakota who agree with us that ple, we require that the President con- this is an important piece of legisla- and inserting ‘‘or such country has not taken steps to support the efforts of the United sider the extent to which countries are tion. They have had enough of being committed to the World Trade Organi- forced into accepting mandatory bind- States to combat terrorism.’’. ‘‘(b) DEFINITION OF INTERNATIONALLY REC- zation and are participating in negotia- ing arbitration clauses as part of their OGNIZED WORKER RIGHTS.—Section 507(4) of tions for a Free Trade Area of the franchise contracts. They are just the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2467(4)) is Americas. This will ensure their com- small business owners trying to keep amended—’’. mitment to free trade. their legal rights and make a living. Mrs. HUTCHISON. Mr. President, I The President also must consider the South Dakota automobile dealers tell am introducing an amendment to the extent to which they have helped us in me they just want to be treated fairly, trade package that is currently before our counter-narcotics efforts and anti- and they should be treated fairly. us. I strongly support the intent of corruption efforts before providing I hope the minority will soon allow both the Andean Trade Preference Act these trade benefits. These and other the Senate to consider the bipartisan and the Generalized System of Pref- conditions play an important role in act. This matter is a matter of basic erences. These programs seek to help ensuring we do not help countries that fairness for thousands of small business the Andean countries of Bolivia, Co- may turn around and work against us owners across the country. The time lombia, Ecuador, Peru, and other de- or our citizens in the future. has come for the majority of the Sen- veloping nations, by applying pref- As I reviewed the list of criteria we ate to be heard on this important issue. erential treatment to their exports. We have established, I noticed a glaring Mr. President, I see no one who is agree to reduce or eliminate tariffs on omission. We are in the middle of a war seeking recognition, so I yield the floor imports from these countries in order on terrorism, yet there is no require- and suggest the absence of a quorum. to help them develop a stronger econ- ment that a country support our ef- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The omy. forts in this battle for freedom. It is clerk will call the roll. These programs benefit both sides. clear we cannot win this war alone. We The legislative clerk proceeded to They improve the lives of the exporting need the help of our friends around the call the roll. countries’ citizens through improved world to track down terrorists and cut Mrs. HUTCHISON. Mr. President, I economic opportunities that result off funds. More than $100 million in assets of terrorists and their supporters ask unanimous consent the order for from open access to the U.S. market— have been frozen around the world. The the quorum call be rescinded. the best market in the world. For example, since the Andean Trade United States has frozen about $30 mil- The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. lion of this money. The rest has been WYDEN). Without objection, it is so or- Preference Act went into effect in 1991, the Andean nations have experienced cut off by various allies. dered. We need cooperation like this to de- $3.2 billion in new output and $1.7 bil- feat this enemy. Therefore, I am offer- lion in new exports. This has led to the f ing an amendment to the trade pack- creation of more than 140,000 legiti- age that establishes a requirement that mate jobs in the region. ANDEAN TRADE PREFERENCE a country support our efforts in the But this act expires, and we must EXPANSION ACT—Continued war on terrorism in order to receive renew it. These programs help the beneficiary status under the Andean Mrs. HUTCHISON. Mr. President, I United States by developing better Trade Preference Agreement or Gener- ask the pending amendment be set markets for our exports. If we can help alized System of Preferences. aside for the purpose of introducing an developing countries increase economic The kind of help each country can amendment. growth and prosperity, they, inevi- give to us will vary, and it may depend The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without tably, will demand more imports, on the circumstances a particular objection, it is so ordered. which provide U.S. manufacturers with country faces and the opportunities AMENDMENT NO. 3441 TO AMENDMENT NO. 3401 more consumers for our products. This, presented to that country. Some will Mrs. HUTCHISON. Mr. President, I of course, is good for the U.S. economy. help us militarily. Some will help cut send an amendment to the desk and Another important benefit from the off funds. Others will share intel- ask for its consideration. Andean Trade Preference Act is that ligence. Some may do so publicly, oth- by providing people of these regions The PRESIDING OFFICER. The ers privately. It is even possible that a with employment opportunities in le- clerk will report. country might not have the oppor- gitimate businesses, they will, hope- tunity to provide us with anything but The assistant legislative clerk read fully, not participate in the narcotic as follows: moral support. So I do not think it is business that is rampant in parts of appropriate to specify the kind of help The Senator from Texas [Mrs. HUTCHISON] those areas. This will contribute to the a country must give. But I do believe proposes an amendment numbered 3441 to stability of their region and the sta- amendment No. 3401. we must make it clear that we expect bility of our hemisphere. any country receiving these pref- Mrs. HUTCHISON. I ask unanimous It is clear that the Andean Trade erences to do what they can, and what consent the reading of the amendment Preference Act and the Generalized they are requested to do, and that the be dispensed with. System of Preferences help both sides. President take that into consideration The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Since we are giving a benefit to these when determining these preferences. objection, it is so ordered. countries, we are also asking some- I hope my colleagues will support The amendment is as follows: thing in return, to ensure that we do this effort to ensure that we are able to

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They said, instead, cooperating so that they will help us amendment be dispensed with. that they would pursue other ap- keep any contraband product out of The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without proaches. America, as we would also expect not objection, it is so ordered. First, they say they will take the Ca- to take contraband into their country. The amendment is as follows: nadians to the WTO. Of course, that So I think these are good additions (Purpose: To require the United States Trade to this bill. We have certain conditions Representative to identify effective trade means years and years and years of already. We are in the fight for our life remedies to address the unfair trade prac- talk, and likely no action. for the freedom of our country, and we tices of the Canadian Wheat Board) Second, they said they would exam- want every country with whom we At the appropriate place, insert the fol- ine the possibility of initiating U.S. have commerce, and where there is an lowing: countervailing duty and antidumping SEC. ll. TRADE REMEDIES WITH RESPECT TO petitions. They can self-initiate those ingress and an egress, to work with us CANADIAN WHEAT. to make sure we do not have any kind (a) FINDINGS.—Congress makes the fol- cases. I don’t think they will. They sel- of terrorist activity in our country or lowing findings: dom ever self-initiate countervailing in our hemisphere. (1) On February 15, 2002, the United States duty or antidumping cases. I hope they We have already suffered enough. Trade Representative issued an affirmative do. I would encourage them to do it. September 11 has changed our way of finding under section 301 of the Trade Act of But I am not holding my breath. I ex- life. It has changed our attitude. It has 1974 that the acts, policies, and practices of pect they will—as most trade officials changed so much about what is nec- the Government of Canada and the Canadian have over decades and decades—fail to Wheat Board are unreasonable and burden or essary to protect our country. So we restrict United States commerce. self-initiate such a remedy. must ask every country—especially (2) In its section 301 finding, the United Third is to identify specific impedi- countries in this hemisphere, but every States Trade Representative expressed a de- ments preventing United States wheat country—that we will have trade with, sire for long-term reform of the Canadian from entering Canada and present and commerce with, countries where Wheat Board. However, since concluding on these to the Canadians. Well, these im- we will go in and out, and work with February 15, 2002, that the Canadian Govern- pediments have been around for a long them on a basis of trust, to help us in ment and the Canadian Wheat Board are engaged in unfair trade practices, the United while. I have seen them firsthand in a whatever way we request. trip I took to the Canadian border, I think it is little to ask, and cer- States Trade Representative has not under- riding in a little orange truck with a tainly it will be in their best interest, taken any initiative to seek reform of the Canadian Wheat Board. Moreover, the United friend of mine. We were stopped at the as well as ours, for terrorists not to States Trade Representative has not imposed border and couldn’t take the durum come in and be active in their coun- any trade remedy that would provide United wheat into Canada. We did it just as a tries. That will hurt them in their ef- States wheat farmers with prompt relief demonstration. All the way to the bor- forts to represent their people and have from the unfair trade practices. der, we found Canadian 18-wheel trucks free markets in their countries. (b) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—It is the sense of So I hope that my colleagues will Congress that the United States Trade Rep- bringing wheat south, but you couldn’t support this amendment at the appro- resentative should identify specific trade get any wheat into Canada. I think the priate time. I will certainly speak later remedies that will provide United States Canadians know all about the impedi- wheat farmers with prompt relief from the ments they have erected they don’t as we move on with this bill. unfair trade practices of the Canadian Wheat I certainly hope we are going to pass need to have the U.S. trade ambassador Board in addition to efforts to seek long- coming to them with a list. this bill. The Andean Trade Pref- term reform of the Canadian Wheat Board. erences and the General System of (c) REPORTING REQUIREMENT.—No later Fourth, the trade ambassador hopes Preferences are so important to our than October 1, 2002, the United States Trade to seek a solution to the problem of the country. There are 130 free trade agree- Representative shall report to Congress a WTO agricultural negotiations, which ments in the world. The United States specific plan for implementation of specific are scheduled to be completed by 2005. trade remedies to provide United States is party to only 3. That hurts our ex- wheat farmers with prompt, real relief from A fair number of farmers will be out of porters. It hurts our jobs market. And the unfair trade practices of the Canadian business by then. My amendment today it hurts countries that we could do Wheat Board, and a specific timetable to says what we would like is that a rem- more trade with if we did not have the seek long-term reform of the Canadian edy be provided sooner than that. tariffs that would keep prices from Wheat Board, ensuring that there is no undue delay. You know, when the U.S. Trade Am- being as low as possible for all of our bassador announced that he was not Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I will consumers. willing to impose tariff rate quotas at describe this amendment very briefly. So we need this bill. We need to give this time, here is what the president of It deals with the wheat trade dispute the President the ability to promote the Canadian Wheat Board president trade and to make trade agreements. I we have had with Canada. Wheat growers in my State, on behalf said: ‘‘Since the United States did not hope we will move on toward finishing impose tariffs, we have successfully this bill next week and giving the of wheat growers all around our country, brought a Section 301 case alleging come through our ninth trade chal- President another tool to open markets lenge.’’ In other words, he said that the and strengthen our economy and help unfair wheat trade by Canada. Following an investigation by the fact that the United States found them other countries strengthen theirs. guilty of violating trade rules meant Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- International Trade Commission, the nothing, because no tariffs have been sent that my amendment be laid aside U.S. Trade Ambassador’s office came to imposed. so that we can have other amendments the following conclusion, and I quote: offered through the day. The [Canadian Wheat Board] has taken Well, that does not sit right with me. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without sales from U.S. farmers and is able to do so My amendment expresses the sense of objection, it is so ordered. because it is insulated from commercial Congress that prompt action is in The Senator from North Dakota. risks, benefits from subsidies, has a pro- order. And it sets forth a reporting re- tected domestic market and special privi- AMENDMENT NO. 3442 TO AMENDMENT NO. 3401 leges, and has competitive advantages due to quirement: No later than October 1, Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I send its monopoly control over a guaranteed sup- 2002, the United States Trade Rep- an amendment to the desk and ask for ply of wheat. The wheat trade problem is resentative shall report to the Con- its immediate consideration. long-standing and affects the entire U.S. gress, first, a plan for implementation The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without wheat industry. of specific trade remedies to provide objection, it is so ordered. The clerk That is from the U.S. Trade Ambas- United States wheat farmers with will report. sador’s office. prompt relief from the unfair trade

VerDate May 14 2002 01:58 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.049 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4529 practices of the Canadian Wheat Board pensation is not required for regulatory effectively enforce its environmental or and, second, a specific timetable to measures that cause a mere diminution in labor laws; seek long-term reform of the Canadian the value of private property; (B) to ensure that parties to a trade agree- Wheat Board, ensuring there is no (F) ensure that standards for minimum ment reaffirm their obligations as members treatment, including the principle of fair and of the ILO and their commitments under the undue delay. equitable treatment, shall grant no greater ILO Declaration of Fundamental Principles It is just not acceptable for the U.S. legal rights than United States citizens pos- and Rights at Work and its Follow-up; Trade Representative to tell U.S. farm- sess under the due process clause of the (C) to ensure that the parties to a trade ers who put together their own money United States Constitution; agreement ensure that their laws provide for to file expensive 301 petitions: Yes, you (G) provide that any Federal, State, or labor standards consistent with the ILO Dec- are right that Canada is playing un- local measure that protects public health, laration of Fundamental Principles and fairly, but we are not going to do any- safety and welfare, the environment, or pub- Rights at Work and the internationally rec- thing about it anytime soon. lic morals is consistent with the agreement ognized labor rights set forth in section 13(2) unless a foreign investor demonstrates that and constantly improve those standards in This amendment says we demand ac- the measure was enacted or applied pri- that light; tion. We will expect a report on Octo- marily for the purpose of discriminating (D) to ensure that parties to a trade agree- ber 1 from the trade ambassador about against foreign investors or investments, or ment do not weaken, reduce, waive, or other- what specific remedies he will propose demonstrates that the measure violates a wise derogate from, or offer to waive or dero- on behalf of American farmers who are standard established in accordance with sub- gate from, their labor laws as an encourage- now victims of this unfair trade. paragraph (E) or (F); ment for trade; I yield the floor and suggest the ab- (H) ensure that— (E) to create a general exception from the sence of a quorum. (i) a claim by an investor under the agree- obligations of a trade agreement for— ment may not be brought directly unless the (i) Government measures taken pursuant The PRESIDING OFFICER. The investor first submits the claim to an appro- to a recommendation of the ILO under Arti- clerk will call the roll. priate competent authority in the investor’s cle 33 of the ILO Constitution; and The assistant legislative clerk pro- country; (ii) Government measures relating to goods ceeded to call the roll. (ii) such entity has the authority to dis- or services produced in violation of any of Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- approve the pursuit of any claim solely on the ILO core labor standards, including free- imous consent that the order for the the basis that it lacks legal merit; and dom of association and the effective recogni- quorum call be rescinded. (iii) if such entity has not acted to dis- tion of the right to collective bargaining (as The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without approve the claim within a defined period of defined by ILO Conventions 87 and 98); the time, the investor may proceed with the elimination of all forms of forced or compul- objection, it is so ordered claim; sory labor (as defined by ILO Conventions 29 Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- (I) improve mechanisms used to resolve and 105); the effective abolition of child labor imous consent that the pending amend- disputes between an investor and a govern- (as defined by ILO Conventions 138 and 182); ment be set aside so I might offer ment through— and the elimination of discrimination in re- amendments on behalf of other Sen- (i) procedures to ensure the efficient selec- spect of employment and occupation (as de- ators, and that in each instance the tion of arbitrators and the expeditious dis- fined by ILO Conventions 100 and 111); and amendments to be set aside and, once position of claims; (F) to ensure that— the amendment has been reported by (ii) procedures to enhance opportunities for (i) all labor provisions of a trade agree- public input into the formulation of government are fully enforceable, including re- number, the reading be dispensed with. ment positions; and course to trade sanctions; The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without (iii) establishment of a single appellate (ii) the same enforcement mechanisms and objection, it is so ordered. body to review decisions in investor-to-gov- penalties are available for the commercial AMENDMENT NO. 3430 TO AMENDMENT NO. 3401 ernment disputes and thereby provide coher- provisions of an agreement and for the labor Mr. REID. Mr. President, on behalf of ence to the interpretations of investment provisions of the agreement; and provisions in trade agreements; and (iii) trade unions from all countries that Senator KERRY, I call up amendment (J) ensure the fullest measure of trans- are party to a dispute over the labor provi- No. 3430. parency in the dispute settlement mecha- sions of the agreement can participate in the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The nism, to the extent consistent with the need dispute process; clerk will report. to protect information that is classified or (G) to strengthen the capacity of United The assistant legislative clerk read business confidential, by— States trading partners to promote respect as follows: (i) ensuring that all requests for dispute for core labor standards (as defined in sec- settlement are promptly made public; tion 13(2)); The Senator from Nevada [Mr. REID], for (ii) ensuring that— (H) to strengthen the capacity of United Mr. KERRY, proposes an amendment numbered 3430 to amendment No. 3401. (I) all proceedings, submissions, findings, States trading partners to protect the envi- and decisions are promptly made public; ronment through the promotion of sustain- The amendment is as follows: (II) all hearings are open to the public; and able development; (Purpose: To ensure that any artificial trade (III) establishing a mechanism for accept- (I) to reduce or eliminate government distorting barrier relating to foreign in- ance of amicus curiae submissions from busi- practices or policies that unduly threaten vestment is eliminated in any trade agree- nesses, unions, nongovernmental organiza- sustainable development; ment entered into under the Bipartisan tions, and other interested parties. (J) to seek market access, through the Trade Promotion Authority Act of 2002) The PRESIDING OFFICER. The elimination of tariffs and nontariff barriers, Section 2102(b) is amended by striking amendment is set aside. for United States environmental tech- paragraph (3) and inserting the following nologies, goods, and services; and AMENDMENT NO. 3415 TO AMENDMENT NO. 3401 (K) to ensure that labor, environmental, new paragraph: Mr. REID. On behalf of Senator (3) FOREIGN INVESTMENT.—The principal ne- health, or safety policies and practices of the gotiating objective of the United States re- TORRICELLI, I call up amendment No. parties to trade agreements with the United garding foreign investment is to reduce or 3415. States do not arbitrarily or unjustifiably dis- eliminate artificial or trade distorting bar- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The criminate against United States exports or riers to trade-related foreign investment. A clerk will report. serve as disguised barriers to trade. trade agreement that includes investment The assistant legislative clerk read The PRESIDING OFFICER. The provisions shall— as follows: amendment is set aside. (A) reduce or eliminate exceptions to the The Senator from Nevada [Mr. REID], for AMENDMENT NO. 3443 TO AMENDMENT NO. 3401 principle of national treatment; Mr. TORRICELLI, proposes an amendment Mr. REID. Mr. President, on behalf of (B) provide for the free transfer of funds re- numbered 3415 to Amendment No. 3401. lating to investment; Senator REED of Rhode Island, I call up (C) reduce or eliminate performance re- The amendment is as follows: amendment No. 3443. quirements, forced technology transfers, and (Purpose: To amend the labor provisions to The PRESIDING OFFICER. The other unreasonable barriers to the establish- ensure that all trade agreements include clerk will report. ment and operation of investments; meaningful, enforceable provisions on The assistant legislative clerk read workers’ rights) (D) ensure that foreign investors are not as follows: granted greater legal rights than citizens of On page 244, beginning on line 19, strike all the United States possess under the United through page 246, line 15, and insert the fol- The Senator from Nevada [Mr. REID], for States Constitution; lowing: Mr. REED, proposes an amendment numbered (E) limit the provisions on expropriation, (A) to ensure that a party to a trade agree- 3443 to amendment No. 3401. including by ensuring that payment of com- ment with the United States does not fail to The amendment is as follows:

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(Purpose: To restore the provisions relating (Purpose: To require the ITC to give notice (1) FARMERS.—Section 294 of the Trade Act to secondary workers) of section 202 investigations to the Sec- of 1974, as added by section 401, is amended On page 9, beginning on line 24, strike all retary of Labor, and for other purposes) to read as follows: through page 10, line 9, and insert the fol- At the end of title VII, insert the fol- ‘‘SEC. 294. NOTIFICATION BY INTERNATIONAL lowing: lowing: TRADE COMMISSION. ‘‘(11) DOWNSTREAM PRODUCER.—The term SEC. 702. NOTIFICATION BY ITC. ‘‘(a) NOTIFICATION OF INVESTIGATION.— ‘downstream producer’ means a firm that (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 225 of the Trade Whenever the International Trade Commis- performs additional, value-added production Act of 1974, as added by section 111, is amend- sion (in this chapter referred to as the ‘Com- processes, including a firm that performs ed to read as follows: mission’) begins an investigation under sec- final assembly, finishing, or packaging of ar- ‘‘SEC. 225. NOTIFICATION BY INTERNATIONAL tion 202 with respect to an agricultural com- ticles produced by another firm.’’ TRADE COMMISSION. modity, the Commission shall immediately On page 12, beginning on line 19, strike all ‘‘(a) NOTIFICATION OF INVESTIGATION.— notify the Secretary of the investigation. through line 24, and insert the following: Whenever the International Trade Commis- ‘‘(b) NOTIFICATION OF AFFIRMATIVE DETER- ‘‘(24) SUPPLIER.—The term ‘supplier’ means sion begins an investigation under section MINATION.—Whenever the Commission makes a firm that produces component parts for, or 202 with respect to an industry, the Commis- a report under section 202(f) containing an articles considered to be a part of, the pro- sion shall immediately notify the Secretary affirmative finding regarding serious injury, duction process for articles produced by a of that investigation. or the threat thereof, to a domestic industry firm or subdivision covered by a certification ‘‘(b) NOTIFICATION OF AFFIRMATIVE FIND- producing an agricultural commodity, the of eligibility under section 231. The term ING.—Whenever the International Trade Commission shall immediately notify the ‘supplier’ also includes a firm that provides Commission makes a report under section Secretary of that finding.’’. 202(f) containing an affirmative finding re- services under contract to a firm or subdivi- (2) FISHERMEN.—Section 299C of the Trade sion covered by such certification.’’ garding serious injury, or the threat thereof, Act of 1974, as added by section 501, is amend- to a domestic industry, the Commission ed to read as follows: The PRESIDING OFFICER. The shall immediately notify the Secretary of amendment is set aside. that finding.’’. ‘‘SEC. 299C. NOTIFICATION BY INTERNATIONAL TRADE COMMISSION. AMENDMENT NO. 3440 TO AMENDMENT NO. 3401 (b) INDUSTRY-WIDE CERTIFICATION.—Section 231(c) of the Trade Act of 1974, as added by ‘‘(a) NOTIFICATION OF INVESTIGATION.— Mr. REID. Mr. President, on behalf of section 111, is amended by adding at the end Whenever the International Trade Commis- Senator NELSON of Florida, I call up the following new paragraph: sion (in this chapter referred to as the ‘Com- amendment No. 3440. ‘‘(5) INDUSTRY-WIDE CERTIFICATION.—If the mission’) begins an investigation under sec- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Secretary receives a petition under sub- tion 202 with respect to fish or a class of fish, clerk will report. section (b)(2)(E) on behalf of all workers in a the Commission shall immediately notify The assistant legislative clerk read domestic industry producing an article or re- the Secretary of the investigation. as follows: ceives 3 or more petitions under subsection ‘‘(b) NOTIFICATION OF AFFIRMATIVE DETER- (b)(2) within a 180-day period on behalf of MINATION.—Whenever the Commission makes The Senator from Nevada [Mr. REID], for groups of workers producing the same arti- a report under section 202(f) containing an Mr. NELSON of Florida, proposes an amend- cle, the Secretary shall make a determina- affirmative finding regarding serious injury, ment numbered 3440 to amendment No. 3401. tion under subsections (a)(1) and (c)(1) of this or the threat thereof, to a domestic industry The amendment is as follows: section with respect to the domestic indus- producing fish or a class of fish, the Commis- (Purpose: To limit tariff reduction authority try as a whole in which the workers are or sion shall immediately notify the Secretary on certain products) were employed.’’. of that finding.’’. At the end of section 2103(a), insert the fol- (c) COORDINATION WITH OTHER TRADE PROVI- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The SIONS.— lowing new paragraph: amendment is set aside. (1) RECOMMENDATIONS BY ITC.— (8) PRODUCTS SUBJECT TO ANTIDUMPING AND (A) Section 202(e)(2)(D) of the Trade Act of f COUNTERVAILING DUTY ORDERS.—Paragraph (1)(A) shall not apply to a product that is the 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2252(e)(2)(D)) is amended by striking ‘‘, including the provision of trade ORDER FOR RECORD TO REMAIN subject of an antidumping or countervailing OPEN UNTIL 2 P.M. duty order at the time of the agreement re- adjustment assistance under chapter 2’’. ferred to in paragraph (1), unless the agree- (B) Section 203(a)(3)(D) of the Trade Act of Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- ment provides that as a term, condition, or 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2252(a)(3)(D)) is amended by imous consent that the record remain qualification of the tariff concession, the striking ‘‘, including the provision of trade open today until 2:00 p.m. for the intro- adjustment assistance under chapter 2’’. tariff reduction will not be implemented be- duction of legislation and the submis- SSISTANCE FOR WORKERS.—Section fore the date that is 1 year after the date of (2) A 203(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. sion of statements. the termination or revocation of such anti- 2252(a)(1)(A)) is amended to read as follows: The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without dumping or countervailing duty order with ‘‘(A) After receiving a report under section objection, it is so ordered. respect to all exporters of such product. 202(f) containing an affirmative finding re- f At the end of section 2103(b), insert the fol- garding serious injury, or the threat thereof, lowing new paragraph: to a domestic industry— MORNING BUSINESS (4) PRODUCTS SUBJECT TO ANTIDUMPING AND ‘‘(i) the President shall take all appro- COUNTERVAILING DUTY ORDERS.—Paragraph priate and feasible action within his power; Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- (1) shall not apply to a product that is the and imous consent that the Senate proceed subject of an antidumping or countervailing ‘‘(ii) the Secretary of Labor, the Secretary to a period of morning business with duty order at the time of the agreement re- of Agriculture, or the Secretary of Com- Senators allowed to speak therein for a ferred to in paragraph (1), unless the agree- merce, as appropriate, shall certify as eligi- period not to exceed 5 minutes each. ment provides that as a term, condition, or ble for trade adjustment assistance under qualification of the tariff concession, the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without section 231(a), 292, or 299B, workers, farmers, objection, it is so ordered. tariff reduction will not be implemented be- or fishermen who are or were employed in fore the date that is 1 year after the date of the domestic industry defined by the Com- f termination or revocation of such anti- mission if such workers, farmers, or fisher- dumping or countervailing duty order with men become totally or partially separated, AFGHAN SECURITY FORCE respect to all exporters of such product. or are threatened to become totally or par- Mr. BIDEN. Mr. President, I rise to The PRESIDING OFFICER. The tially separated not more than 1 year before speak on a matter at the very heart of amendment is set aside. or not more than 1 year after the date on our war on terror: the deteriorating se- which the Commission made its report to the AMENDMENT NO. 3445 TO AMENDMENT NO. 3401 curity conditions in Afghanistan. If President under section 202(f).’’. Mr. REID. Mr. President, I call up (3) SPECIAL LOOK-BACK RULE.—Section current trends continue, we may soon amendment No. 3445, offered by Sen- 203(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 1974 shall find that our hard-won success on the ator BAYH. apply to a worker, farmer, or fisherman if battlefield has melted away with the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The not more than 1 year before the date of en- winter snow. clerk will report. actment of the Trade Adjustment Assistance In the eastern part of the country, The assistant legislative clerk read Reform Act of 2002 the Commission notified brutal warlords are openly defying the as follows: the President of an affirmative determina- authority of the central government tion under section 202(f) of such Act with re- The Senator from Nevada [Mr. REID], for and slaughtering innocent civilians. spect the domestic industry in which such Mr. BAYH, proposes amendment No. 3445 to worker, farmer, or fisherman was employed. ‘‘Kill them all: men, women, chil- amendment No. 3401. (d) NOTIFICATION FOR FARMERS AND FISHER- dren, even the chickens.’’ Those were The amendment is as follows: MEN.— the orders of warlord Bacha Khan when

VerDate May 14 2002 01:58 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17MY6.017 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4531 a rival drove him out of the city of our money since December, when his ‘‘But particular factional fighting? I Gardez in January. Three weeks ago he troops stood by and let al-Qaeda ter- don’t think it’s for us to get into.’’ returned, and rained 200 rockets on the rorist escape from Tora Bora; many In the coming months, U.S. forces sorry city. About 30 civilians were U.S. military sources believe that will be even less able to serve as de killed and 70 others wounded, most of Osama bin Laden himself escaped, due facto peacekeepers. As large scale of- them women and children. Today, this to the double-dealing of Bacha Khan fensive operations shift to smaller thug’s tanks still occupy the streets of and his comrades. Granted, the war ef- scale Special Forces deployments, the Gardez, his bandits terrorize the inhab- fort in Afghanistan forces us to rely on number of U.S. troops available will itants of nearby Khost, and the central some unsavory characters. I am under drop accordingly. There are currently government can do nothing but watch. no illusions here. Sometimes, in war- about 7,000 American soldiers in Af- Chairman Karzai, the legitimate fare, you have got to make a deal with ghanistan—far too few to serve as leader of Afghanistan, sees his author- the Devil. But sometimes the Devil peacekeepers as well as warfighters— ity openly flouted, while his Defense just takes your money and laughs. and the assets are already being rede- Minister weighs the pros and cons of Bacha Khan is a perfect example. After ployed. In April the Pentagon cut its obeying his superior’s lawful orders. letting al-Qaeda troops escape from naval force commitment to Operation Meanwhile, the helpless governor of Tora Bora, he conned the U.S. military Enduring Freedom in half, to one car- the province warns that the chaos is into bombing his personal rivals—by rier and 2,000 marines afloat. This rapidly turning the local population labeling them al-Qaeda. month, eight B–1 bombers based in against both the Karzai administration He, and other warlords like him, are Oman began returning home to Dyess and America. He’s hardly alone: jour- supposedly helping us hunt down Air Force Base in Texas. The redeploy- nalists quote many local residents Taliban remnants, but with allies like ment says good things about our suc- blaming the United States for the dete- than, who needs enemies? I regret to cess against al-Qaeda—but does not rioration of security, and even longing say that this is exactly the question signal a strong commitment to stay for the order of the Taliban period. many Afghans are asking about us. The the course. ‘‘America has replaced the Taliban United States, and the world commu- Soon the crunch time could come in with the warlords,’’ one villager told nity, have pledged billions of dollars to a matter of months and our policy will the New York Times, ‘‘and what we the recovery of Afghanistan. But all be put to the test. As local warlords have is the death of innocents.’’ the money in the world won’t do much keep probing our resolve, we will either Nor is Gardez an isolated example. In good without one overriding thing: se- have to re-task more and more U.S. Mazar-e Sharif, at the other side of the curity. troops to de facto peacekeeping oper- country, clashes between two rival Anyone knows that without security, very ations, or we will have to retreat. warlords killed half a dozen people ear- little else is possible; humanitarian workers Wouldn’t it be better to let allies share lier this month. Both of these warlords can’t move around, internally displaced peo- the burden? An international security were, and still are, on the U.S. payroll, ple won’t go back to their homes, refugees force is clearly in our national inter- but that hasn’t brought a cessation of won’t return to the country, the Afghan di- est: if we want our military presence in violation. Just last week, the airport aspora won’t be willing to send money in and Afghanistan to be focused on fighting at Jalalabad came under missile at- send in themselves to try to help put struc- al-Qaeda and Taliban holdouts, we tack, for the first time since the ture back into that terribly war-torn nation. should be eager for other countries to Taliban vacated the city in November. This is not just my opinion; it is a di- What is going on? What happened to rect quote from Secretary of State take the lead in peacekeeping. We the images of Afghans dancing in the Rumsfeld, on April 22. So why does the should be lending our full support to street that we all remember from the administration steadfastly resist any ISAF expansion, to view it as a force- liberation of Kabul last fall? What hap- expansion of the U.N.-mandated Inter- multiplier. Instead, the administration pened to the widespread joy and opti- national Security Assistance force, or treats it as an impediment to ongoing mism that I encountered during my ISAF? operations. One administration source own visit to Afghanistan in January? Afghan leader Hamid Karzai, U.N. even described ISAF expansion as a Why are people actually looking back Secretary-General Kofi Annan, and ‘‘cancer that could metastasize’’ on the Taliban era with nostalgia rath- just about every expert on the map has throughout the country. Is it any sur- er than horror? It is simple: the very called for an expansion of ISAF, in prise, given this attitude, that other same conditions that enabled the both scope—it is currently confined to nations are reluctant to help fill the Taliban to come to power in the mid- Kabul—and tenure. Its mandate expires security void? Without strong, decisive 1990s are rapidly emerging again. Let’s long before the transition to demo- U.S. leadership, including, but not lim- remember why the Taliban were able cratic government is scheduled to take ited to, an ironclad commitment to to make their regime stick. It wasn’t place. back up our allies militarily if their their military prowess—we found that The long-term solution is to rebuild troops come under enemy attack, no out in November. It wasn’t the popu- Afghanistan’s army and police force, international force can possibly suc- larity of their oppressive ideology—we and we have taken our first steps in ceed. found that out last fall as well. What this process. But it can’t happen over- So what about option three—placing enabled the Taliban to hold power was night: it will take at least 18 months, our trust in the hands of the warlords? simply that, for a critical mass of the more likely several years, just to train Maybe we can bribe and cajole them Afghan people, they represented the and equip a barebones force capable of into turning themselves into good citi- least-bad option. For many Afghans, bringing basic order to the country. In zens. Maybe they will behave better in the cruel order of the Taliban was pref- the meantime, there are only three al- the future than they have in the past, erably to cruel of warlords. ternatives: having American troops to better than they are behaving today. And now this same disorder is over- serve as peacekeepers, building up a ro- Maybe—but I wouldn’t bet on it. Yet taking Afghanistan once again. Not bust international force, or permitting this bet—the wager that the warlords only is the United States failing to rein Afghanistan to revert to bloody chaos. will halt their deprivations during the in the warlords, we are actually mak- The first option can be described as 2 years before an Afghan army can be ing them the centerpiece of our strat- status quo-minus. U.S. forces are cur- trained—seems to be the totality of the egy. Unless we take a serious look at rently imposing a rough order in the administration’s strategy. our policy, I greatly fear we may be country, but, as the current chaos in Three weeks ago, on April 22, Sec- setting the stage for a tragic replay of Gardez shows, not on any consistent retary Rumsfeld essentially admitted recent Afghan history. basis. They are spread thin, and they as much: ‘‘How ought security to Why do the people of Gardez blame are not officially tasked to perform evolve in that country depends on real- America for the vicious actions of war- this function. ‘‘Our mission here is to ly two things,’’ he said. ‘‘One is what lords like Bacha Khan? Well, maybe it capture or kill al-Qaeda and senior the interim government decides they is due to the fact that this killer is on Taliban,’’ said a U.S. military spokes- think ought to happen, what the war- the U.S. payroll. He has been taking man, as the rockets fell on Gardez, lord forces in the country decide they

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17MY6.019 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4532 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 think ought to happen, and the inter- it fulfils its mission. Other nations are Destinee Thomas, one of the young- action between those two.’’ I must dis- willing to take on the dangerous work est victims, only 3 years old, was killed agree with the Secretary on this: we of patrolling the front lines—but not while watching television in her own should let out policy be dictated by unless they know that the cavalry bedroom when someone fired an AK47 ‘‘what the warlord forces think ought stands ready to ride to the rescue. It into her home. The Detroit Police De- to happen.’’ must have the assurance that the partment and the people of Detroit Did we put American troops in world community—and particularly were so outraged by her death that the harm’s way merely to do the bidding of the U.S.—will stay the course. We can’t police department launched Project ‘‘the warlord forces’’? Did we spend $17 cut and run if resistance increases. The Destinee, a special effort by law en- billion in military expenditures in the greater the uncertainty about Amer- forcement to aggressively investigate Afghan campaign merely to serve the ican commitment to security, the and pursue gang members involved in interests of ‘‘the warlord forces’’? Did greater incentive our enemies will have the shooting. we decimate al-Qaeda and remove the to challenge our resolve. Eight year old Brianna Caddell was Taliban from power merely to hand Secretary of Defense Rumsfeld has also killed by an AK–47 when an un- power over to ‘‘the warlord forces’’? suggested that $130 million of funds known gunman opened fire on her Brutal, bloodthirsty, barbaric warlords previously appropriated to the Defense house. This little girl was in bed sleep- are not the solution to Afghanistan’s Department be devoted to a fund for ing. problems. These ‘‘warlord forces’’ are quasi-diplomatic endeavors related to Another victim, 16 year old Alesia the source of Afghanistan’s problems. the war against terrorism. I suggest Robinson, was killed by a single gun- Does this matter to America? What that the best use of this money would shot to the face. According to police, about the option of letting Afghanistan be to support peacekeeping efforts in her 19 year old boyfriend was playing degenerate into the state of lawless- Afghanistan, whether conducted by the with a gun on the front porch, firing it ness that made way for the Taliban? Defense Department directly or by our into the air. When Alesia asked him to That is obviously not in the interest of coalition partners operating under an stop, police said, he pointed the gun at Afghanistan, but is preventing it a na- expanded ISAF. Funding an effective her and fired. The 19 year old has been tional priority for the United States? I international security force in Afghan- charged with first-degree murder. submit that it most certainly is. istan would not only free up American These horrific events underline the After the Soviet withdrawal from Af- military assets for warmaking mis- need for the vigorous enforcement of ghanistan in 1989, America turned its sions, it would also deter terrorist our gun laws and the overwhelming back as the country disintegrated into forces from reclaiming the ground they need for common sense gun safety leg- chaos. The President was right when, have so decisively lost. With the Loya islation. In light of these tragic events, in his speech at the Virginia Military Jirga process scheduled to start in mid- I once again urge my colleagues to sup- Institute last month, he promised not June and Afghanistan’s nascent gov- port gun safety legislation. to repeat this mistake. The brutal dis- ernment under daily attack by enemies I know my colleagues join me in ex- order of the early 1990s created the both internal and external, I can think tending our thoughts and prayers to all Taliban—and if we permit this condi- of no better or more urgent use for of those who have lost their friends and tion to return, the cycle will almost these funds. family members to gun violence. certainly repeat itself. Let’s not forget We must, I submit, lead the way in I ask unanimous consent that the ar- why we went to war in the first place: guaranteeing the security of Afghani- ticle from the Detroit Free Press be en- Afghanistan had become a haven for stan for the relatively brief period be- tered into the RECORD. the mass-murderers who attacked our fore it can stand on its own. We must There being no objection, the article homeland on September 11. Without in- do this to honor the promise that was ordered to be printed in the ternal security, the country will again President Bush made, on behalf of all RECORD, as follows: become a den of terrorists, narcotics Americans. We must do this to dem- [FROM THE DETROIT FREE PRESS, MAY 14, traffickers, and exporters of violent in- onstrate our values to the wrest of the 2002] surgency. The President was right to world. We must do this to safeguard 10 LIVES CUT SHORT say, ‘‘We will stay until the mission is our own national security interests, to This year, 10 children ages 16 and younger done’’—but I hope he understands what make sure that our military gains have died as a result of homicides in the our mission really is. In concrete since September 11 are not all wiped metro area—all of them in Detroit. terms, our mission, in addition to fer- away. We must do this because it is JANUARY 13—JAMEISE SCAIFE, 3 DAYS OLD reting out remnants of al-Qaeda and smart, because it is necessary, and be- Doctors performed an emergency cesarean the Taliban, is ensuring basic security cause it is right. section to deliver Jameise after his pregnant for the fledgling Afghan Government— I believe that the best way to achieve mother jumped from a burning apartment providing it protection from the vast this goal is through an expansion of building set ablaze by an arsonist. Jameise array of internal and external threats died three days later from bleeding in the ISAF. The immediate devotion of $130 brain. to its very existence. million, money which the Defense De- FEBRUARY 11—JOSEPH WALKER, 16 For the immediate future, probably 2 partment stipulates that it does not re- years, that means an international quire or want for the costs of war- Died of multiple gunshot wounds in the armed presence, whether U.S. troops or parking lot of the Budget Inn on Plymouth fighting operations, would be an excel- Road. Police say Walker and a 19-year-old an expanded ISAF. I believe ISAF lent place to start. friend allegedly planned to rob two men as makes much more sense, but however f they left the motel. But when they an- the force is constituted it must have nounced the holdup, one of the men pulled the following components: It must be TRAGIC TOLL out a gun and shot Walker, police said. deployed throughout the country, con- Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, in just the FEBRUARY 21—BRENNON CUNNINGHAM, 3 trolling the five to seven major cities last 16 weeks, tragically ten children Died of strangulation. Brennon was found and the main highways connecting have been murdered in metro Detroit. dead in a bedroom, wet from a bath. Police them. It must have robust rules of en- Eight of these kids have died after allege that his mother, Aimee Cunningham, gagement, and the weapons to impose being shot. The oldest was 16 years old 34, tried to make authorities believe Brennon order on unruly warlords. These must and the youngest was a mere 3 years drowned. She is charged with first-degree be peacemakers as much as peace- old. Three years old, Mr. President. Ac- murder. keepers. It must have the full diplo- cording to the Detroit Free Press, in FEBRUARY 25—AJANEE POLLARD, 7 matic, financial, and military support the last four months in metro Detroit Fatally shot in the head when a gunman of the United States. nearly as many children have been opened fire on her family’s car as they were Whether or not American troops are murdered by guns as in all of last year. about to go shopping. Her brother, Jason Pollard Jr., 6, lost his pancreas and suffered part of this force—they currently are These are truly horrific events made other internal organ damage from gunshots. not, but we shouldn’t rule this option even more so by their randomness. Her two sisters, Aerica, 6, and Alyah, 4, also out—we must provide an unquestion- Many of these kids were simply in the were wounded, as was their mother, able commitment to back up ISAF as wrong place at the wrong time. Aelizabeth Niebrzydowski. Two men, Joel

VerDate May 14 2002 01:58 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17MY6.022 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4533 Allen, 24, and Willie Robinson, 25, are that can become substance. I believe Sciences, USUHS. Tomorrow, on May charged with Ajanee’s killing and with as- that by passing this legislation and 18, 2002, following the graduation cere- sault with intent to commit murder. Police changing current law, we can change monies at the School of Medicine, Dr. say the shooting was prompted by a dispute hearts and minds as well. Hemming will mark the end of his 37 over a $40 radio. f year career in Federal service. MARCH 23—DESTINEE THOMAS, 3 Dean Hemming’s Federal career Shot and killed while watching television ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS began in the United States Air Force in her bedroom when someone opened fire on where he served for 25 years as a career her home with an AK47. Two men, Julian Key, 19, and Cedric Pipes, 21, are charged IN RECOGNITION OF MRS. SYLVIA officer and physician from 1965 through with first-degree murder. Outraged by her FACTOR ON HER 80TH BIRTHDAY 1990. In 1987, Dr. Hemming was selected to serve as the Chair of the USUHS death, police and prosecutors launched ∑ Project Destinee, an effort to round up all Mr. CRAIG. The world was a bustling School of Medicine Department of Pe- members of the rival gangs they allege were time in 1922: the tomb of King diatrics, a position in which he contin- involved in the dispute that led to the shoot- Tutankhamen was unearthed, Benito ued to serve as a civilian upon his re- ing. Mussolini was granted temporary dic- tirement from the Air Force, at the MARCH 28—ALESIA ROBINSON, 16 tatorial powers in Italy, James Joyce’s rank of Colonel. In 1995, he was ap- Killed by a single gunshot wound to the Ulysses was published, insulin was iso- pointed interim Dean of the School of face. Alesia’s boyfriend, Darron Kilgore, 19, lated leading to the first successful Medicine, and following an extensive is charged with first-degree murder. Accord- treatment for diabetes, and the Lincoln search process, he was selected as Dean ing to police, Kilgore was playing with a gun Memorial here in Washington, DC, was in May of 1996. on the front porch, firing it into the air. opened to the public. It also marked As dean, Dr. Hemming has worked to When Alesia asked him to stop, police said, the year that a very special lady was Kilgore pointed the gun at her and fired. further the established mission and born. Her name is Sylvia Factor. goals of the USUHS School of Medi- APRIL 3—CHRISTOPHER JAMES, 11 I want to take this opportunity to cine. Under his leadership, the Univer- Killed by a single gunshot wound to the recognize Sylvia on the occasion of her sity has continued to provide the Na- head. Christopher’s 12-year-old half-brother 80th birthday on May 17. I have met tion with highly qualified health pro- was charged in juvenile court with man- Sylvia and can say without hesitation slaughter and possession of a firearm. The fessionals dedicated to career service suspect’s family said the pair were playing she is a truly exceptional woman. She in the Department of Defense and the with a gun they found in a playground and has witnessed a lot in her lifetime and U.S. Public Health Service. These grad- that the shooting was an accident. is living proof the American dream can uates leave USUHS trained to provide APRIL 10—BRIANNA CADDELL, 8 come true. A first-generation Amer- continuity in ensuring medical readi- Shot and killed while sleeping in her bed. ican, her parents immigrated to this ness and the preservation of lessons A man on foot opened fire on her home with country from Eastern Europe in the learned during combat and casualty an AK47. No one is in custody. hopes of making a better life for their care. This critical role is, in fact, the APRIL 18—IRISHA KEENER, 3 family. significant factor that led the Congress Killed by a gunshot wound to the head in Sylvia grew up in Wilkes Barre, PA, to establish USUHS in 1972. a murder-suicide. Police say Irisha’s mother, and the Bronx, NY, and was swept up During his career, Dr. Hemming has Ira Keener, 39, shot the little girl as they lay into the war effort as a young woman. served as an advisor to Congress, most in bed at their home. Ira Keener then turned During World War II she answered the recently testifying before the House the gun on herself. Police said Ira Keener, call to support her country like so Veteran’s Affairs Committee’s Sub- who suffered from severe asthma, had experi- many other ‘‘Rosies,’’ by helping man- committee on Oversight and Investiga- enced delusions and had a mental breakdown ufacture the Corsair airplane for the tions during hearings that resulted about a month before the shooting. She left United States Marines at Chance a note saying that she had to die, but did not from the events of September 11, 2001. want to leave Irisha behind. Vought. She later supported her family Dr. Hemming’s knowledge and unique by working at Columbia Records in APRIL 30—CHERREL THOMAS, 15 expertise provided valuable insight as Bridgeport, CT, and then 28 years at the Committee discussed the urgent re- Shot and killed in the backseat of a car, Raybestos-Manhattan in Stratford, CT. possibly in a dispute over clothing. A 17- quirement for civilian physicians to be year-old suspect, Terrill Johnson, has been Today, she is still an active member trained in the medical response to charged with first-degree murder and a 21- of her community, using her retire- weapons of mass destruction, WMD. year-old suspect, Jesse Freeman, has been ment years to contribute to the well- Significantly, those hearings resulted charged with second-degree murder. being of others in many forms. Sylvia in proposed legislation recommending f volunteers at the Jewish Home for the that the USUHS School of Medicine Elderly in Fairfield, CT, and the Jew- share its WMD-focused curricula with LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT ACT ish Family Services of Bridgeport. She OF 2001 the Department of Veterans Affairs. sets the kind of example President It is exceptional leadership such as Mr. SMITH of Oregon. Mr. President, Bush was seeking in his call for all citi- that of Dean Hemming and the dedi- I rise today to speak about hate crimes zens to volunteer in their communities, cated careers of his uniquely trained legislation I introduced with Senator and it is an example worth following. School of Medicine graduates, com- KENNEDY in March of last year. The She also enjoys visiting with her bined with the extraordinary USUHS Local Law Enforcement Act of 2001 friends and family, including her son faculty and staff, which led to the would add new categories to current Mallory, daughter-in-law Elizabeth and awarding of the Joint Meritorious Unit hate crimes legislation sending a sig- grandchildren: India, Mallory III, and Award to USUHS by the Secretary of nal that violence of any kind is unac- Cailley Factor. Today I congratulate Defense on December 11, 2000. Dr. ceptable in our society. Sylvia for all she has done, and con- Hemming’s commitment and leader- I would like to describe a terrible tinues to do, for her country and com- ship was also recognized in the tribute crime that occurred January 1, 1995 in munity. I only hope that I can be as ac- paid by the Secretary of Defense Don- Bedford, MA. A gay man and his com- tive and vibrant as she is when I reach ald Rumsfeld who recently wrote: panion were assaulted by men who used 80. I wish her a heartfelt happy birth- The Department takes great pride in the anti-gay slurs. The assailants, Brian day, with many more to follow.∑ fact that the USUHS graduates have become Zawatski, 21, and Tim Donovan, were f the backbone for our Military Health Sys- charged with assault and battery and tem. The training they receive in combat civil rights violations in connection TRIBUTE TO VAL G. HEMMING, and peacetime medicine is essential to pro- with the incident. M.D. viding superior force health protection, and I believe that government’s first duty ∑ Mr. SARBANES. Mr. President, today improving the quality of life for our service members, retirees, and families. All of us in is to defend its citizens, to defend them I pay tribute to Dr. Val G. Hemming, the Office of the Secretary of Defense place against the harms that come out of M.D., Dean of the F. Edward Hebert great emphasis on the retention of quality hate. The Local Law Enforcement En- School of Medicine at the Uniformed physicians in the military. The USUHS enhancement Act of 2001 is now a symbol Services University of the Health sures those goals are met.

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17MY6.018 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4534 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 As Dean Hemming retires from his vincing Americans everywhere to trav- icism. As long as Judge Woods believed distinguished career, it is incumbent to el again. The week-long trip, which in- what he did was right, he was prepared point out that amid all of his successes cluded marching in the Columbus Day to take the heat. This was true when as an academic leader, Dr. Hemming Parade, attracted worldwide publicity he spoke loudly and openly against also achieved significant success as a and earned recognition from New York Gov. Orval Faubus’ use of the National scientist. His research interests have and national officials. At a crucial Guard at Central High and later when included pathogenesis of Lancefield time, Dozono persevered to share his he issued several controversial court group B streptococcal infections in the belief in the American dream with rulings in his role as presiding Judge in neonate and pathogenesis of lower res- those whose light had been tragically the Pulaski County school desegrega- piratory tract bacterial and viral infec- dimmed. tion case. tions in infants and young children. In- I rise to salute Sho Dozono, not only As I have reflected on Judge Woods’ deed, his research in the Respiratory for his inspirational efforts after 9/11, prolific life, I am comforted by the fact Syncytial Virus, RSV, infection re- but because his desire to improve his that his towering legacy and impas- sulted in the first biological product community is a life-long commitment. sioned spirit will live on through the for the prevention and reduction of In 1997, Dozono traveled to Philadel- countless individuals he inspired. RSV infection in children; his product, phia to represent the City of Portland Death has ended Henry Woods’ life, but which was approved by the Food and at the Presidential Summit on Vol- it hasn’t extinguished his invaluable Drug Administration in January of unteerism in America, chaired by then- contribution to public service in Ar- 1996, has contributed to the fight retired General Colin Powell. He is a kansas. I and others who were raised to against an infection that had claimed former chair of the Portland Public believe that serving in public office is a the lives of 4,500 children and hospital- Schools Foundation and co-chaired a high and noble calling owe a deep debt ized more than 90,000 children in our march that raised over $11 million to of gratitude to Judge Woods and others Nation each year. save teaching positions that would from his generation. I, for one, have Our Nation can be proud of Dr. have otherwise been cut because of re- been deeply moved by his life and will Hemming’s long and distinguished ca- duced funding. always be mindful of the example and reer of service and I am pleased to join This month as we honor and cele- high standard he set.∑ with his family, friends and colleagues brate Asian Pacific American Heritage f in expressing appreciation for the sig- Month, I find it very appropriate to nificant contributions he has made to rise and recognize the efforts of Sho SALEM NEW HAMPSHIRE the health of the uniformed services Dozono. I believe Mr. Dozono is to be MARCHING BAND and that of all citizens, particularly commended for his ongoing efforts to ∑ Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. our children. I certainly wish him con- serve his community and country, and ∑ President, I rise here today to honor tinued success and happiness in the I salute him as a true hero for Oregon. the achievements of the Salem High ∑ years to come. f School Band and Color Guard on their f TRIBUTE TO HENRY WOODS exemplary show in the competition OREGON HERO OF THE WEEK ∑ Mrs. LINCOLN. Mr. President, today leading to their selection to play in the ∑ Mr. SMITH of Oregon. Mr. President, I pay tribute to the life of Henry nationally televised Macy’s Thanks- I am proud to rise today to pay tribute Woods, a great scholar and beloved giving Day Parade. to a true American Patriot from my Federal judge in Arkansas. Judge Congratulations are in order for home state of Oregon. This week, I Woods passed away unexpectedly in Salem High, as they have also played want to recognize the service and com- March, and I wish to take a moment in the 2001 Tournament of Roses pa- passion of Sho Dozono, of Portland, today to honor his many achievements rade, which is attributed with some of OR. and express sorrow for his loss. There the success this time around in the Mr. Dozono, President and CEO of is no question but that his legal exper- granting of the New York parade. Azumano Carlson Wagonlit Travel and tise, unique perspective and com- There were only 12 bands chosen na- the Azumano Group, is a respected manding presence will be sorely missed tionwide between nearly 300 high member of the Portland business com- by so many in my home State. schools or colleges competing for the munity. He continually tries to im- Henry Woods was born on March 17, honor. The country was dazzled by the prove his community and has served on 1918, in Abbeville, MS. He attended the Salem High band at the Macy’s Day pa- a number of boards and commissions University of Arkansas, Fayetteville, rade in 1977 and once again has the op- including the Portland Metro YMCA, where he received a bachelor’s degree portunity to please onlookers this Portland Multnomah Progress Board, in 1938 and a law degree in 1940. Fol- year. and was recently elected to serve as lowing his formal education, Judge Salem is the only high school in the the chair of the Portland Metropolitan Woods served in a variety of positions, state of New Hampshire that has Chamber of Commerce board of direc- including as a special agent in the Fed- marched in this, one of the largest pa- tors. eral Bureau of Investigation, a trial at- rades in America. The band will have But like so many employers, after torney in Texarkana and Little Rock to march for 21⁄2 miles with an esti- September 11, 2001, Mr. Dozono was and as coordinator for the successful mated live gathering of almost 2 mil- forced to lay off employees and watch gubernatorial campaigns of both Sid lion. Best wishes to them in a success- as the effects of the terrorist attacks McMath and Dale Bumpers. Henry was ful march and once again congratula- ∑ spread across the country to his west also past president of the Arkansas Bar tions. coast home. Mr. Dozono and his wife Association and Arkansas Trial Asso- f Loen decided that they would not allow ciation. At 62, he was nominated U.S. their own financial difficulties to keep District Judge, Eastern District of Ar- NEW HAMPSHIRE EXCELLENCE IN them from showing their love and sup- kansas, by President Carter and began EDUCATION AWARDS port to the victims in New York City. a new chapter in his professional life ∑ Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. What started as an idea of a bus convoy while most of his peers were planning President, today I pay tribute to the across the United States grew into an for retirement. outstanding successes of the recipients inspirational display of patriotism and Like so many Arkansans who had the of the New Hampshire Excellence in compassion, aptly named the ‘‘Flight good fortune to know Judge Woods, I Education Awards. This annual event, for Freedom’’. Mr. Dozono brought to- will always remember him for his in- which began in 1994, recognizes the gether over 1,000 Oregonians to answer tellect and commitment to social jus- hard work of teachers from throughout the call of Mayor Rudy Giuliani for tice. Whether Judge Woods was in the the state. tourists. Not only did the group lend a courtroom or the classroom, he never This serves as one of the largest cere- healing hand to the broken economy of wavered in his passion for fairness and monies acknowledging the positive dif- New York City, but the ‘‘Flight for equality, even when he endorsed posi- ference these professionals are making Freedom’’ was instrumental in con- tions he knew would ignite strong crit- in the lives of students. Praiseworthy

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.023 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4535 public schools, programs, and edu- her dollmaking hobby into a business. ject to the nominee’s commitment to cators are used as incentives for oth- Flourishing, the business reached a respond to requests to appear and tes- ers. These individuals demonstrate total of 250 to 300 employees in the tify before any duly constituted com- their worthiness in six areas: cur- Lakes Region. Displaying her dolls in mittee of the Senate. riculum, teaching/learning process, the White House at times, Thorndike f student achievement, community/pa- was awarded the ‘‘Collectibles and Gift rental involvement, leadership/ deci- Industry Pioneer Award’’ in 1997. Epit- ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS sionmaking, and climate. omizing the American spirit and fol- S. 145 Teachers with these qualities are ex- lowing through with her dreams, At the request of Mr. THURMOND, the actly what is needed to guide our Annalee’s dolls will always be a proud name of the Senator from New Mexico youth today. With the attitude and part of the communities as the great- (Mr. DOMENICI) was added as a cospon- hard work brought to the table by est collectible dolls to ever come from sor of S. 145, a bill to amend title 10, these individuals I am confident that New Hampshire. United States Code, to increase to par- they will provide the best education Five years ago Thorndike stepped ity with other surviving spouses the possible lending to a spectacular future down from head of operations and basic annuity that is provided under for our children. It is an honor and turned the business over to her sons. the uniformed services Survivor Ben- privilege to serve these individuals in New Hampshire is excited to see the efit Plan for surviving spouses who are the U.S. Senate.∑ Annalee Mobilitee Dolls continue to be at least 62 years of age, and for other f manufactured in the same location purposes. TRIBUTE TO MANCHESTER they have been since 1955 when Annalee S. 913 founded the company. Today a museum AIRPORT At the request of Ms. SNOWE, the of dolls can be visited at the manufac- ∑ Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. name of the Senator from Colorado turing site. A true spirit and friend of President, I rise today to pay tribute (Mr. CAMPBELL) was added as a cospon- New Hampshire, Annalee David Thorn- to the outstanding growth of the Man- sor of S. 913, a bill to amend title XVIII dike will be sorely missed by all citi- chester Airport. Recently it has com- of the Social Security Act to provide pleted the changes and additions that zens of the great state. It is an honor for coverage under the medicare pro- have been underway for the last 8 years and privilege to have represented Mrs. gram of all oral anticancer drugs. helping pave its path as one of the pre- Annalee Davis Thorndike in the U.S. Senate.∑ S. 999 mier airports in the state. These At the request of Mr. BINGAMAN, the changes include a 158,000-square-foot f name of the Senator from Louisiana passenger terminal with a 70,000- MEASURES PLACED ON THE (Mr. BREAUX) was added as a cosponsor square-foot terminal addition, and a CALENDAR of S. 999, a bill to amend title 10, six level parking garage and con- United States Code, to provide for a necting pedestrian walkway. These The following bills were read the second time, and placed on the calendar: Korea Defense Service Medal to be drastic improvements have taken this issued to members of the Armed Forces once small, and seldom used airport H.R. 3694. An act to provide for highway infrastructure investment at the guaranteed who participated in operations in and turned it into a legitimate point of Korea after the end of the Korean War. travel. With all this advancement it funding level contained in the Transpor- S. 1339 has been a point of destination for tation Equity Act for the 21st Century. H.R. 4560. An act to eliminate the dead- more than 3.2 million passengers in At the request of Mr. CAMPBELL, the lines for spectrum auctions of spectrum pre- name of the Senator from Illinois (Mr. 2001. viously allocated to television broadcasting. In addition, cargo shipping has be- DURBIN) was added as a cosponsor of S. come a growing factor at the Man- f 1339, a bill to amend the Bring Them chester airport as it is now ranked the EXECUTIVE REPORTS OF Home Alive Act of 2000 to provide an third largest cargo airport in New Eng- COMMITTEES asylum program with regard to Amer- land. A recent impact report has shown ican Persian Gulf War POW/MIAs, and The following executive reports of for other purposes. that the business related to the airport committees were submitted: added 500 million in 1998 and is esti- S. 1408 By Mr. HOLLINGS for the Committee on mated at more than 1 billion annually At the request of Mr. ROCKEFELLER, Commerce, Science, and Transportation. by 2010. *Harold D. Stratton, of New Mexico, to be the name of the Senator from Georgia Factors such as convenience, ample Chairman of the Consumer Product Safety (Mr. CLELAND) was added as a cospon- parking, and greater customer service Commission. sor of S. 1408, a bill to amend title 38, has created an airport that the citizens *Harold D. Stratton, of New Mexico, to be United States Code, to standardize the of Manchester can be proud of. I com- a Commissioner of the Consumer Product income threshold for copayment for mend Kevin Dillion, airport director of Safety Commission for the remainder of the outpatient medications with the in- Manchester for being named the Travel term expiring October 26, 2006. come threshold for inability to defray Person of the Year in 2001. The out- *Coast Guard nominations beginning Rear necessary expense of care, and for Adm. (lh) Vivien S. Crea and ending Rear standing services available at Man- other purposes. chester will surely be a factor in the Adm. (ih) Charles D. Wurster, which nominations were received by the Senate and ap- S. 1572 growth of the airport. This project has peared in the Congressional Record on April At the request of Mr. LUGAR, the truly added to the appeal Manchester 22, 2002. name of the Senator from Wisconsin holds for all travelers. It is an honor Mr. HOLLINGS. Mr. President, for (Mr. FEINGOLD) was added as a cospon- and privilege representing the good the Committee on Commerce, Science, sor of S. 1572, a bill to endorse the vi- people of Manchester.∑ ∑ Mr. SMITH of New Hampshire. Mr. and Transportation I report favorably sion of further enlargement of the President, I rise today to pay tribute the following nomination list which NATO Alliance articulated by Presi- to a pillar in the entrepreneurial com- was printed in the RECORD on the date dent George W. Bush on June 15, 2001, munity of New Hampshire. Mrs. indicated, and ask unanimous consent, and by former President William J. Annalee Davis Thorndike, the creator to save the expense of reprinting on the Clinton on October 22, 1996, and for and manufacturer of the collectible Executive Calendar that this nomina- other purposes. Annalee Dolls, passed away Sunday tion lie at the Secretary’s desk for the S. 1839 April 7, 2002, at the age of 87. The information of Senators. At the request of Mr. ALLARD, the Annalee Mobilitee Dolls are considered The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without name of the Senator from Alaska (Mr. some of the most famous manufactured objection, it is so ordered. STEVENS) was added as a cosponsor of items to come from New Hampshire in *Coast Guard nomination of Mikeal S. S. 1839, a bill to amend the Bank Hold- the 20th century. Staier. ing Company Act of 1956, and the Re- Beginning in 1930, Annalee and her *Nomination was reported with rec- vised Statures of the United States to husband took the first step in turning ommendation that it be confirmed sub- prohibit financial holding companies

VerDate May 14 2002 01:58 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.020 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4536 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 and national banks from engaging, di- DURBIN) was added as a cosponsor of S. stance, can be used to heal burn vic- rectly or indirectly, in real estate bro- Res. 270, a resolution designating the tims or aid in reconstructive surgical kerage or real estate management ac- week of October 13, 2002, through Octo- procedures. Ligaments and tendons can tivities, and for other purposes. ber 19, 2002, as ‘‘National Cystic Fibro- be used to repair worn-out knees. Bone S. 1850 sis Awareness Week.’’ donations can be used in hip replace- At the request of Mr. CHAFEE, the f ments or spinal surgery enabling re- name of the Senator from Vermont cipients to regain mobility. Donated STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED (Mr. LEAHY) was added as a cosponsor arteries and veins can restore circula- of S. 1850, a bill to amend the Solid BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS tion, and heart valves can be trans- Waste Disposal Act to bring under- By Ms. COLLINS: planted to save lives. ground storage tanks into compliance S. 2531. A bill to amend the Public The phenomenal growth and increas- with subtitle I of that Act, to promote Health Service Act to authorize the ing competitiveness of the industry in cleanup of leaking underground storage Commissioner of Food and Drugs to its search for new sources of donated tanks, to provide sufficient resources conduct oversight of any entity en- tissue, however, have resulted in some for such compliance and cleanup, and gaged in the recovery, screening, test- problems. Tissue obtained from unsuit- for other purposes. ing, processing, storage, or distribution able donors has been allowed to enter S. 1924 of human tissue or human tissue-based the American tissue supply, raising se- At the request of Mr. SANTORUM, the products; to the Committee on Health, rious doubts about the adequacy of fed- name of the Senator from Missouri Education, Labor, and Pensions. eral regulations. Other concerns in- (Mr. BOND) was added as a cosponsor of Ms. COLLINS. Mr. President, I rise volve whether or not the practices of S. 1924, a bill to promote charitable today to introduce the Human Tissue some tissue banks are sufficient to re- giving, and for other purposes. Transplant Safety Act of 2002, which duce the danger of spreading such ill- S. 1945 would provide a much needed regu- nesses as the human variant of mad At the request of Mr. JOHNSON, the latory framework to help ensure the cow disease. Because communicable name of the Senator from New Jersey safety of transplanted human tissue. In diseases such as HIV and hepatitis, (Mr. TORRICELLI) was added as a co- 1997, the U.S. Food and Drug Adminis- among others, can also be transmitted sponsor of S. 1945, a bill to provide for tration, FDA examined the public through tissues, it is vital that poten- the merger of the bank and savings as- health issues posed by human tissue tial donors be screened for suitability sociation deposit insurance funds, to transplantation and concluded that the and tissue be tested effectively, to modernize and improve the safety and existing regulatory framework was in- make sure it is safe. fairness of the Federal deposit insur- sufficient and needed to be strength- FDA recognized these issues in 1997, ance system, and for other purposes. ened. Yet more than 5 years later, the and the agency published its ‘‘Proposed S. 2194 agency has failed to implement critical Approach to the Regulation of Cellular At the request of Mr. MCCONNELL, regulatory changes and strengthen and Tissue-Based Products.’’ The FDA the name of the Senator from Arizona oversight of tissue processors, known proposed to: (1) require infectious dis- (Mr. KYL) was added as a cosponsor of as tissue banks. The legislation I am ease screening and testing for cells and S. 2194, a bill to hold accountable the introducing today is designed to help tissue transplanted from one person to Palestine Liberation Organization and remedy the gaps in the regulatory safe- another; (2) require that cells and tis- the Palestinian Authority, and for ty net. sues be handled according to proce- other purposes. While people are familiar with the dures designed to prevent contamination and preserve tissue function and S. 2452 concept of organ donation, tissue dona- integrity; and (3) require all tissue At the request of Mr. LIEBERMAN, the tion is not well understood by most name of the Senator from Georgia (Mr. Americans. Yet the tissue industry is processing facilities to register with the agency. Thereafter, FDA promul- CLELAND) was added as a cosponsor of very diverse and is growing rapidly. In S. 2452, a bill to establish the Depart- fact, tissue donations now make pos- gated three separate regulations that ment of National Homeland Security sible about 750,000 transplants per year. address these requirements. But of and the National Office for Combating The recovery and medical use of tissue, those, only a registration requirement Terrorism. including skin, bone, cartilage, ten- has been implemented. Five years later, the majority of the S. 2462 dons, ligaments, and heart valves, are proposed regulatory changes still have At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the unlike organ transplants because the not been adopted, and, remarkably, name of the Senator from Florida (Mr. tissue is usually not transplanted ‘‘as- FDA officials recently advised me that NELSON) was added as a cosponsor of S. is’’ from the donor’s body into that of the agency cannot even tell me when 2462, a bill to amend section 16131 of the recipient. Rather, donated tissue the remaining regulations will be made title 10, United States Code, to increase frequently undergoes considerable final. rates of educational assistance under processing before it can be used. Bone The FDA’s failure to act in this area the program of educational assistance from a donor’s femur, for example, can that affects public health and safety is for members of the Selected Reserve to be reshaped into a component designed simply inexcusable. It is a case, appar- make such rates commensurate with to give support to a recipient’s spine. ently, of bureaucratic inertia at its scheduled increases in rates for basic Technology that greatly reduces the worst. educational assistance under section risk of rejection now allows surgeons I have long been concerned about the 3015 of title 38, United States Code, the to use actual bone in their patients vulnerabilities that exist in the tissue Montgomery GI Bill. rather than metal or other synthetic industry and the adequacy of the Gov- S. RES. 244 substances. In addition, donated tissue, ernment’s oversight. At the request of Mr. WYDEN, the once it is processed, can frequently be Last year—exactly a year ago—as the name of the Senator from Louisiana stored for a period of time. In contrast, chairman of the Senate Permanent (Ms. LANDRIEU) was added as a cospon- organs must be transplanted into the Subcommittee on Investigations, I held sor of S. Res. 244, a resolution elimi- recipient’s body within hours of their a hearing to look at tissue banks and nating secret Senate holds. recovery. the efficacy of the current regulatory S. RES. 248 The organizations that make up the framework. The testimony was deeply At the request of Mr. CORZINE, the tissue industry are collectively re- troubling. name of the Senator from Massachu- ferred to as tissue banks. Some are en- For example, one witness testified setts (Mr. KERRY) was added as a co- gaged in tissue recovery, while others that some unscrupulous tissue banks sponsor of S. Res. 248, A resolution con- process, store, and distribute human have engaged in a practice in which tis- cerning the rise of anti-Semitism in tissue. Tissue donation is a generous, sues that were initially tested positive Europe. selfless act that improves the lives of for contamination were simply tested S. RES. 270 many Americans. Just one donor, in over and over again until the techni- At the request of Mr. CAMPBELL, the fact, can help a large number of people cians achieved the negative result they name of the Senator from Illinois (Mr. in various ways. Skin donations, for in- wanted.

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17MY6.030 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4537 Let me explain that again. This is or distribution of human tissue, or Clearly we would like to do more for human tissue that has tested positive human tissue-based products. In other these beneficiaries. Yet there is a limit for contamination, and the reaction to words, all tissue banks would be rein the number and scope of improve- that was to keep testing it until a neg- quired to adhere to the standards that ments we are able to make as we face ative result came up. You cannot keep the FDA has identified as necessary for broader Social Security reform issues. testing into compliance. Obviously, ensuring public safety. This provision This small benefit package passed the there is a problem if, even once, the would remove any doubt about the House on May 14, 2002, by a stunning tissue tests positive for contamination; FDA’s authority to regulate tissue vote of 418 to 0. We feel that a similar and it should not be used. banks. vote can send these changes to the The FDA official in my hearing Second, the legislation will make it President and we can show that bipar- called this ‘‘testing tissue into compli- mandatory for all tissue banks to reg- tisanship is a route that will work ance’’ a practice that is obviously un- ister with the FDA. If any tissue bank when it comes to future Social Secu- safe and must be stopped. is out of compliance with FDA require- rity reform. The hearing also revealed that scores ments, the agency will be authorized to I ask unanimous consent to have the of tissue banks have never once been suspend and, if necessary, revoke the bill printed in the RECORD. inspected by the FDA. And of those tissue bank’s registration, to prevent There being no objection, the bill was ordered to be printed in the RECORD, as that have been inspected, some were the bank from operating. follows: found to have had deficiencies, but Third, the legislation will require tis- they were never reinspected to see that sue banks to report adverse incidents, S. 2533 the problems had been corrected. including the detection of an infection Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- resentatives of the United States of America in Moreover, the FDA had no concept, within 15 days. Currently, tissue banks Congress assembled, prior to the registration requirement, are not required to report adverse inci- SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. of how many tissue banks were actu- dents to the Federal Government. And This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Social Secu- ally operating. The FDA thought there if they do not voluntarily report inci- rity Benefit Enhancements for Women Act of were possibly 150. More than 350 reg- dents, it is very difficult for the Fed- 2002’’. istered as a result of the one require- eral Government to take effective ac- SEC. 2. REPEAL OF 7-YEAR RESTRICTION ON ELI- ment that the FDA did put into effect. tion. GIBILITY FOR WIDOW’S AND WID- OWER’S INSURANCE BENEFITS As a result of the subcommittee’s in- Finally, the bill also requires the BASED ON DISABILITY. depth investigation, I concluded that Secretary of Health and Human Serv- (a) WIDOW’S INSURANCE BENEFITS.— serious gaps existed in the FDA’s regu- ices to develop a database to store the (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 202(e) of the So- lation. But I also thought, and hoped, adverse incident reports. That central cial Security Act (42 U.S.C. 402(e)) is amend- and have received promises from the repository of information would be ed— agency, that it would act. After all, it very useful to the CDC. (A) in paragraph (1)(B)(ii), by striking ‘‘which began before the end of the period had developed a good, sound strategy I want to emphasize that the vast specified in paragraph (4)’’; back in 1997. majority of tissue banks operate in a (B) in paragraph (1)(F)(ii), by striking ‘‘(I) So last year, in the hearings that I safe, professional manner. We are now in the period specified in paragraph (4) and held a year ago this month, the FDA very fortunate that advances in tech- (II)’’; promised me that the regulations nology allow tissue to be used in ways (C) by striking paragraph (4) and by redes- would be made final. that truly enhance lives for thousands ignating paragraphs (5) through (9) as para- Unfortunately, I have been proven of Americans. graphs (4) through (8), respectively; and wrong about the FDA’s commitment to (D) in paragraph (4)(A)(ii) (as redesig- This legislation will help ensure that nated), by striking ‘‘whichever’’ and all that reform. And the lack of action has had the transplantation of human tissue follows through ‘‘begins’’ and inserting ‘‘the serious, indeed, tragic consequences. saves lives, not ends them. first day of the seventeenth month before In November of last year, a 23-year- the month in which her application is filed’’. old man died in Minnesota after under- By Mr. SMITH of Oregon (for (2) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.— going routine knee surgery in which himself and Mrs. FEINSTEIN): (A) Section 202(e)(1)(F)(i) of such Act (42 tissue was transplanted into his body. S. 2533. A bill to amend title II of the U.S.C. 402(e)(1)(F)(i)) is amended by striking It contained a deadly bacteria which Social Security Act to provide for mis- ‘‘paragraph (5)’’ and inserting ‘‘paragraph ultimately killed this young man. Oth- cellaneous enhancements in Social Se- (4)’’. curity benefits, and for other purposes; (B) Section 202(e)(1)(C)(ii)(III) of such Act ers have fallen seriously ill because of (42 U.S.C. 402(e)(2)(C)(ii)(III)) is amended by the tainted tissue transplants. to the Committee on Finance. striking ‘‘paragraph (8)’’ and inserting In March of this year, the Centers for Mr. SMITH of Oregon. Mr. President, ‘‘paragraph (7)’’. Disease Control and Prevention re- I rise today to introduce The Social Se- (C) Section 202(e)(2)(A) of such Act (42 leased findings that linked bacterial curity Benefit Enhancements for U.S.C. 402(e)(2)(A)) is amended by striking infections in donated human tissue to Women Act of 2002. I am proud to be ‘‘paragraph (7)’’ and inserting ‘‘paragraph allografts that had been used for trans- joined by my colleague from Cali- (6)’’. plants in 26 cases. And the number, un- fornia, Senator FEINSTEIN. This legisla- (D) Section 226(e)(1)(A)(i) of such Act (42 doubtedly, is going to increase since tion makes fiscal improvements in ben- U.S.C. 426(e)(1)(A)(i)) is amended by striking ‘‘202(e)(4),’’. the CDC’s investigation is still ongo- efits for women under the current So- (b) WIDOWER’S INSURANCE BENEFITS.— ing. cial Security system. These improve- (1) IN GENERAL.—Section 202(f) of such Act I have tried to work with the FDA to ments will increase the benefits for dis- (42 U.S.C. 402(f)) is amended— expedite the implementation of the abled widows, divorced retirees, and (A) in paragraph (1)(B)(ii), by striking proposed regulations. I have asked, re- widows whose husbands died quickly ‘‘which began before the end of the period peatedly: What does the FDA need? Are after an early retirement. specified in paragraph (5)’’; more resources needed? Just tell us While these benefit changes are small (B) in paragraph (1)(F)(ii), by striking ‘‘(I) in scope, they represent a bipartisan ef- in the period specified in paragraph (5) and what you need. But, unfortunately, the (II)’’; threat to public health that the FDA fort to provide more economic security (C) by striking paragraph (5) and by redes- identified so long ago continues to for women who work hard, sacrifice ignating paragraphs (6) through (9) as para- exist today. much and yet still live near poverty. graphs (5) through (8), respectively; and In an effort to prevent any further Women comprise the majority of So- (D) in paragraph (5)(A)(ii) (as redesig- tragedies, I am today introducing legis- cial Security beneficiaries, rep- nated), by striking ‘‘whichever’’ and all that lation to require the FDA to go for- resenting almost 60 percent of all So- follows through ‘‘begins’’ and inserting ‘‘the ward and issue these much needed reg- cial Security recipients at age 65 and 71 first day of the seventeenth month before ulations. percent of all recipients by age 85. the month in which his application is filed’’. (2) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.— First, my legislation will explicitly Those impacted by this legislation, the (A) Section 202(f)(1)(F)(i) of such Act (42 authorize the FDA to regulate any en- disabled, divorced and elderly widows U.S.C. 402(f)(1)(F)(i)) is amended by striking tity that engages in the recovery, are more likely to live near the pov- ‘‘paragraph (6)’’ and inserting ‘‘paragraph screening, testing, processing, storage, erty line. (5)’’.

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.060 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4538 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 (B) Section 202(f)(1)(C)(ii)(III) of such Act SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS United States to observe such week with ap- (42 U.S.C. 402(f)(2)(C)(ii)(III)) is amended by propriate programs and activities. striking ‘‘paragraph (8)’’ and inserting f ‘‘paragraph (7)’’. SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLU- (C) Section 226(e)(1)(A)(i) of such Act (as TION 112—EXPRESSING THE SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLU- amended by subsection (a)(2)) is further SENSE OF CONGRESS REGARD- TION 113—RECOGNIZING AND amended by striking ‘‘202(f)(1)(B)(ii), and ING THE DESIGNATION OF THE SUPPORTING THE EFFORTS OF 202(f)(5)’’ and inserting ‘‘and 202(f)(1)(B)(ii)’’. WEEK BEGINNING MAY 19, 2002, THE STATE OF NEW YORK TO (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments AS ‘‘NATIONAL MEDICAL SERV- DEVELOP THE NATIONAL PUR- made by this section shall apply with respect ICES WEEK’’ PLE HEART HALL OF HONOR IN to benefits for months after November 2002. NEW WINDSOR, NEW YORK, AND Mr. HATCH (for himself, Mr. DORGAN, FOR OTHER PURPOSES SEC. 3. EXEMPTION FROM TWO-YEAR WAITING Mr. INOUYE, Mr. CORZINE, Mr. JOHNSON, PERIOD FOR DIVORCED SPOUSE’S Mrs. CLINTON submitted the fol- Ms. CANTWELL, Mr. BREAUX, Mr. BENEFITS UPON OTHER SPOUSE’S lowing concurrent resolution; which INHOFE, Mr. FRIST, Mr. EDWARDS, Ms. REMARRIAGE. was referred to the Committee on COLLINS, Mr. TORRICELLI, Ms. SNOWE, (a) WIFE’S INSURANCE BENEFITS.—Section Armed Services: Mr. CAMPBELL, Mr. BUNNING, Mr. 202(b)(5)(A) of the Social Security Act (42 S. CON. RES. 113 U.S.C. 402(b)(5)(A)) is amended by adding at VOINOVICH, Mr. MURKOWSKI, Mr. BAU- CUS, Mr. AKAKA, Ms. MIKULSKI, Mr. Whereas George Washington, at his head- the end the following new sentence: ‘‘The quarters in Newburgh, New York, on August KERRY, Mr. BAYH, Mr. JEFFORDS, Mr. criterion for entitlement under clause (ii) 7, 1782, devised the Badge of Military Merit shall be deemed met upon the remarriage of DURBIN, Mrs. MURRAY, Mr. BINGAMAN, to be given to enlisted men and noncommis- the insured individual to someone other than Mr. SARBANES, Ms. STABENOW, Ms. sioned officers for meritorious action; the applicant during the 2-year period re- LANDRIEU, Mrs. CARNAHAN, Mr. DAY- Whereas the Badge of Military Merit be- ferred to in such clause.’’. TON, Mrs. HUTCHISON, Mrs. CLINTON, Mr. came popularly known as the ‘‘Purple LEAHY, Mr. GRAHAM, Mr. MILLER, Mr. Heart’’ because it consisted of the figure of a (b) HUSBAND’S INSURANCE BENEFITS.—Sec- heart in purple cloth or silk edged with nar- tion 202(c)(5)(A) of such Act (42 U.S.C. CLELAND, Mr. WELLSTONE, Mr. WYDEN, Mr. THOMAS, Mr. SCHUMER, Mrs. FEIN- row lace or binding and was affixed to the 402(c)(5)(A)) is amended by adding at the end uniform coat over the left breast; STEIN, Mr. BENNETT, Mr. GRASSLEY, Mr. the following new sentence: ‘‘The criterion Whereas Badges of Military Merit were for entitlement under clause (ii) shall be DEWINE, Mr. FEINGOLD, Mr. THURMOND, awarded during the Revolutionary War by deemed met upon the remarriage of the in- Mr. BROWNBACK, Mr. BOND, Mr. CHAFEE, General George Washington at his head- sured individual to someone other than the Mr. ROCKEFELLER, Mr. LIEBERMAN, Mr. quarters, in Newburgh, New York, on May 3 applicant during the 2-year period referred to SMITH of Oregon, Mr. LEVIN, and Mr. and June 8, 1783; in such clause.’’. DASCHLE) submitted the following con- Whereas the Badge of Military Merit, an current resolution; which was consid- award for valor in the Revolutionary War, is (c) CONFORMING AMENDMENT TO EXEMPTION ered and agreed to: the inspiration for today’s Purple Heart OF INSURED INDIVIDUAL’S DIVORCED SPOUSE medal; FROM EARNINGS TEST AS APPLIED TO THE IN- S. CON. RES. 112 Whereas on the bicentennial of General SURED INDIVIDUAL.—Section 203(b)(2)(B) of Whereas emergency medical services are a Washington’s birthday in February 1932, the such Act (42 U.S.C. 403(b)(2)(B)) is amended vital public service; Badge of Military Merit was redesignated by by adding at the end the following new sen- Whereas the members of emergency med- General Douglas MacArthur, then Chief of tence: ‘‘The requirement under such clause ical services teams are ready to provide life- Staff of the Army, as the Purple Heart, to be (ii) shall be deemed met upon the remarriage saving care to those in need 24 hours a day, awarded to persons killed or wounded in ac- 7 days a week; of the insured individual to someone other tion against an enemy of the United States; Whereas emergency medical services teams Whereas more than 800,000 members of the than the individual referred to in paragraph consist of emergency physicians, emergency Armed Forces have been awarded the Purple (1) during the 2-year period referred to in nurses, emergency medical technicians, Heart; such clause.’’. paramedics, firefighters, educators, adminis- Whereas the Nation, as it fights the forces (d) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments trators, and others; of evil that would undermine those demo- made by this section shall apply with respect Whereas these emergency medical services cratic principles upon which the Nation was to benefits for months after November 2002. teams served our country with bravery and founded, continues to add brave members of heroism on September 11, 2001; the Armed Forces to the ranks of those who SEC. 4. MONTHS ENDING AFTER DECEASED INDI- Whereas emergency medical personnel have received the Purple Heart; VIDUAL’S DEATH DISREGARDED IN (emergency physicians, nurses, and emer- Whereas the State of New York has dedi- APPLYING EARLY RETIREMENT gency medical technicians) courageously de- cated substantial resources to the creation RULES WITH RESPECT TO DE- CEASED INDIVIDUAL FOR PURPOSES fended the Nation when called upon to iden- of the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor OF LIMITATION ON WIDOW’S AND tify and treat anthrax, the bioterrorist weap- to be constructed at the New Windsor Can- WIDOWER’S BENEFITS. on released in October 2001; tonment, a New York State Historic Site, in Whereas access to quality emergency care New Windsor, New York, to honor those indi- (a) WIDOW’S INSURANCE BENEFITS.—Section dramatically improves the survival and re- viduals who have been awarded the Purple 202(e)(2)(D)(i) of the Social Security Act (42 covery rate of those who experience sudden Heart and to inform and educate the people U.S.C. 402(e)(2)(D)(i)) is amended by inserting illness or injury; of the United States about the history and after ‘‘applicable,’’ the following: ‘‘except Whereas providers of emergency medical importance of this distinguished combat that, in applying paragraph (7) of subsection services have traditionally served as the award; (q) for purposes of this clause, any month safety net of America’s health care system; Whereas the National Purple Heart Hall of ending with or after the date of the death of Whereas approximately 2⁄3 of all emergency Honor will be a permanent place of remem- such deceased individual shall be deemed to medical services providers are volunteers; brance of the service and sacrifices made by be excluded under such paragraph (in addi- Whereas the members of emergency med- the members of the Armed Forces wounded tion to months otherwise excluded under ical services teams, whether career or volun- or killed in service to America from World such paragraph),’’. teer, undergo thousands of hours of special- War I through the current war against ter- ized training and continuing education to en- rorism, both at home and abroad; and (b) WIDOWER’S INSURANCE BENEFITS.—Sec- hance their lifesaving skills; Whereas as the Nation continues to defend tion 202(f)(3)(D)(i) of such Act (42 U.S.C. Whereas Americans benefit daily from the the American way, there will be a need for a 402(f)(3)(D)(i)) is amended by inserting after knowledge and skills of these highly trained distinguished place to honor those who in ‘‘applicable,’’ the following: ‘‘except that, in individuals; and the future are awarded the Purple Heart for applying paragraph (7) of subsection (q) for Whereas injury prevention and the appro- their service and sacrifice: Now, therefore, purposes of this clause, any month ending priate use of the emergency medical services be it with or after the date of the death of such system will help reduce health care costs and Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- deceased individual shall be deemed to be ex- save lives: Now, therefore, be it resentatives concurring), That Congress— cluded under such paragraph (in addition to Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- (1) recognizes and supports the efforts of months otherwise excluded under such para- resentatives concurring), That Congress— the State of New York to develop the Na- (1) designates the week beginning May 19, tional Purple Heart Hall of Honor in New graph),’’. 2002, as ‘‘National Emergency Medical Serv- Windsor, New York; (c) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendments ices Week’’; and (2) encourages the people of the United made by this section shall apply with respect (2) requests that the President issue a States to participate in the development of to benefits for months after November 2002. proclamation calling upon the people of the the National Purple Heart Hall of Honor; and

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Mr. DORGAN (for himself, Mr. 3009) to extend the Andean Trade Pref- ENZI, Ms. CANTWELL, Mr. HAGEL, Mr. JOHN- SA 3439. Mr. DORGAN (for himself, erence Act, to grant additional trade SON, Mr. ROBERTS, and Mrs. MURRAY) pro- Mr. ENZI, Ms. CANTWELL, Mr. HAGEL, benefits under that Act, and for other posed an amendment to amendment SA 3401 Mr. JOHNSON, Mr. ROBERTS, and Mrs. purposes; as follows: proposed by Mr. BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. MURRAY) proposed an amendment to Section 204(b)(5)(B) of the Andean Trade GRASSLEY) to the bill (H.R. 3009) to extend amendment SA 3401 proposed by Mr. the Andean Trade Preference Act, to grant Preference Act, as amended by section 3102, additional trade benefits under that Act, and BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) is amended by adding the following new for other purposes. to the bill (H.R. 3009) to extend the An- clause: SA 3440. Mr. REID (for Mr. NELSON, of Flor- dean Trade Preference Act, to grant ‘‘(viii) The extent to which the country has ida (for himself and Mr. GRAHAM)) proposed additional trade benefits under that taken steps to support the efforts of the an amendment to amendment SA 3401 pro- Act, and for other purposes; as follows: United States to combat terrorism. posed by Mr. BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. ‘‘Section 4102 is amended by striking the At the appropriate place, insert the fol- matter preceding paragraph (1) and inserting GRASSLEY) to the bill (H.R. 3009) supra. lowing: SA 3441. Mrs. HUTCHISON proposed an the following: amendment to amendment SA 3401 proposed SEC. ll. AGRICULTURAL SALES TO CUBA. ‘‘(a) ELIGIBILITY FOR GENERALIZED SYSTEM by Mr. BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. GRASS- (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 908 of the Agri- OF PREFERENCES.—Section 502(b)(2)(F) of the LEY) to the bill (H.R. 3009) supra. culture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2462(b)(2)(F)) is SA 3442. Mr. DORGAN proposed an amend- Administration and Related Agencies Appro- amended by striking the period at the end ment to amendment SA 3401 proposed by Mr. priations Act, 2001 (22 U.S.C. 7207) is amended and inserting ‘‘or such country has not taken BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) to by striking subsection (b). steps to support the efforts of the United the bill (H.R. 3009) supra. (b) CONFORMING AMENDMENTS.—Section States to combat terrorism.’’. SA 3443. Mr. REID (for Mr. REED (for him- 908(a) of the Agriculture, Rural Develop- ‘‘(b) DEFINITION OF INTERNATIONALLY REC- self, Mr. BINGAMAN, and Mr. CORZINE)) pro- ment, Food and Drug Administration and OGNIZED WORKER RIGHTS.—Section 507(4) of posed an amendment to amendment SA 3401 Related Agencies Appropriations Act, 2001 the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2467(4)) is proposed by Mr. BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. (22 U.S.C. 7207(a)) (as amended by subsection amended—’’. GRASSLEY) to the bill (H.R. 3009) supra. (a)), is amended— SA 3444. Mr. NELSON, of Nebraska sub- (1) by striking ‘‘(a)’’ and all that follows SA 3442. Mr. DORGAN proposed an mitted an amendment intended to be pro- through ‘‘Notwithstanding’’ and inserting amendment to amendment SA 3401 pro- the following: posed to amendment SA 3401 proposed by Mr. posed by Mr. BAUCUS (for himself and BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) to ‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Notwithstanding’’; Mr. GRASSLEY) to the bill (H.R. 3009) to the bill (H.R. 3009) supra; which was ordered (2) by striking ‘‘(2) RULE OF CONSTRUC- to lie on the table. TION.—Nothing in paragraph (1)’’ and insert- extend the Andean Trade Preference SA 3445. Mr. REID (for Mr. BAYH (for him- ing the following: Act, to grant additional trade benefits self, Mr. DURBIN, Mr. DAYTON, Ms. MIKULSKI, ‘‘(b) RULE OF CONSTRUCTION.—Nothing in under that Act, and for other purposes; and Mr. ROCKEFELLER)) proposed an amend- subsection (a)’’; and as follows: ment to amendment SA 3401 proposed by Mr. (3) by striking ‘‘(3) WAIVER.—The President At the appropriate place, insert the fol- BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) to may waive the application of paragraph (1)’’ lowing: the bill (H.R. 3009) supra. and inserting the following: SEC. ll. TRADE REMEDIES WITH RESPECT TO ‘‘(c) WAIVER.—The President may waive SA 3446. Mr. BROWNBACK submitted an CANADIAN WHEAT. amendment intended to be proposed to the application of subsection (a)’’. (a) FINDINGS.—Congress makes the fol- amendment SA 3401 proposed by Mr. BAUCUS lowing findings: Mr. REID (for Mr. NELSON of (for himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) to the bill SA 3440. (1) On February 15, 2002, the United States (H.R. 3009) supra; which was ordered to lie on Florida (for himself and Mr. GRAHAM)) Trade Representative issued an affirmative the table. proposed an amendment to amendment finding under section 301 of the Trade Act of SA 3447. Mr. REID (for Mr. BYRD) proposed SA 3401 proposed by Mr. BAUCUS (for 1974 that the acts, policies, and practices of an amendment to amendment SA 3401 pro- himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) to the bill the Government of Canada and the Canadian posed by Mr. BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. Wheat Board are unreasonable and burden or GRASSLEY) to the bill (H.R. 3009) supra. (H.R. 3009) to extend the Andean Trade restrict United States commerce. SA 3448. Mr. REID (for Mr. BYRD) proposed Preference Act, to grant additional an amendment to amendment SA 3401 pro- trade benefits under that Act, and for (2) In its section 301 finding, the United States Trade Representative expressed a de- posed by Mr. BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. other purposes; as follows: sire for long-term reform of the Canadian GRASSLEY) to the bill (H.R. 3009) supra. At the end of section 2103(a), insert the fol- Wheat Board. However, since concluding on SA 3449. Mr. REID (for Mr. BYRD) proposed lowing new paragraph: an amendment to amendment SA 3401 pro- February 15, 2002, that the Canadian Govern- (8) PRODUCTS SUBJECT TO ANTIDUMPING AND posed by Mr. BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. ment and the Canadian Wheat Board are en- COUNTERVAILING DUTY ORDERS.—Paragraph gaged in unfair trade practices, the United GRASSLEY) to the bill (H.R. 3009) supra. (1)(A) shall not apply to a product that is the SA 3450. Mr. REID (for Mr. BYRD) sub- States Trade Representative has not under- subject of an antidumping or countervailing mitted an amendment intended to be pro- taken any initiative to seek reform of the duty order at the time of the agreement re- posed to amendment SA 3401 proposed by Mr. Canadian Wheat Board. Moreover, the United ferred to in paragraph (1), unless the agree- BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) to States Trade Representative has not imposed ment provides that as a term, condition, or the bill (H.R. 3009) supra. any trade remedy that would provide United qualification of the tariff concession, the SA 3451. Mr. REID (for Mr. BYRD) proposed States wheat farmers with prompt relief tariff reduction will not be implemented be- an amendment to amendment SA 3401 pro- from the unfair trade practices. fore the date that is 1 year after the date of posed by Mr. BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. (b) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—It is the sense of the termination or revocation of such anti- GRASSLEY) to the bill (H.R. 3009) supra. Congress that the United States Trade Rep- dumping or countervailing duty order with SA 3452. Mr. REID (for Mr. BYRD) proposed resentative should identify specific trade an amendment to amendment SA 3401 pro- respect to all exporters of such product. remedies that will provide United States posed by Mr. BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. At the end of section 2103(b), insert the fol- wheat farmers with prompt relief from the GRASSLEY) to the bill (H.R. 3009) supra. lowing new paragraph: unfair trade practices of the Canadian Wheat SA 3453. Mr. REID (for Mr. BYRD) proposed (4) PRODUCTS SUBJECT TO ANTIDUMPING AND Board in addition to efforts to seek long- an amendment to amendment SA 3401 pro- COUNTERVAILING DUTY ORDERS.—Paragraph term reform of the Canadian Wheat Board. posed by Mr. BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. (1) shall not apply to a product that is the (c) REPORTING REQUIREMENT.—No later GRASSLEY) to the bill (H.R. 3009) supra. subject of an antidumping or countervailing than October 1, 2002, the United States Trade SA 3454. Mr. NELSON, of Florida (for him- duty order at the time of the agreement re- Representative shall report to Congress a self and Mr. GRAHAM) submitted an amend- ferred to in paragraph (1), unless the agree- specific plan for implementation of specific ment intended to be proposed to amendment ment provides that as a term, condition, or trade remedies to provide United States SA 3401 proposed by Mr. BAUCUS (for himself qualification of the tariff concession, the wheat farmers with prompt, real relief from and Mr. GRASSLEY) to the bill (H.R. 3009) tariff reduction will not be implemented be- the unfair trade practices of the Canadian supra; which was ordered to lie on the table. fore the date that is 1 year after the date of Wheat Board, and a specific timetable to

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seek long-term reform of the Canadian ‘‘(5) INDUSTRY-WIDE CERTIFICATION.—If the mission’) begins an investigation under sec- Wheat Board, ensuring that there is no Secretary receives a petition under sub- tion 202 with respect to fish or a class of fish, undue delay. section (b)(2)(E) on behalf of all workers in a the Commission shall immediately notify domestic industry producing an article or re- the Secretary of the investigation. SA 3443. Mr. REID (for Mr. REED (for ceives 3 or more petitions under subsection ‘‘(b) NOTIFICATION OF AFFIRMATIVE DETER- himself, Mr. BINGAMAN, AND MR. (b)(2) within a 180-day period on behalf of MINATION.—Whenever the Commission makes CORZINE)) proposed an amendment to groups of workers producing the same arti- a report under section 202(f) containing an amendment SA 3401 proposed by Mr. cle, the Secretary shall make a determina- affirmative finding regarding serious injury, tion under subsections (a)(1) and (c)(1) of this or the threat thereof, to a domestic industry BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) section with respect to the domestic indus- producing fish or a class of fish, the Commis- to the bill (H.R. 3009) to extend the An- try as a whole in which the workers are or sion shall immediately notify the Secretary dean Trade Preference Act, to grant were employed.’’. of that finding.’’. additional trade benefits under that (c) COORDINATION WITH OTHER TRADE PROVI- Act, and for other purposes. SIONS.— SA 3446. Mr. BROWNBACK submitted On page 9, beginning on line 24, strike all (1) RECOMMENDATIONS BY ITC.— an amendment intended to be proposed through page 10, line 9, and insert the fol- (A) Section 202(e)(2)(D) of the Trade Act of to amendment SA 3401 proposed by Mr. lowing: 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2252(e)(2)(D)) is amended by BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) ‘‘(11) DOWNSTREAM PRODUCER.—The term striking ‘‘, including the provision of trade to the bill (H.R. 3009) to extend the An- ‘downstream producer’ means a firm that adjustment assistance under chapter 2’’. (B) Section 203(a)(3)(D) of the Trade Act of dean Trade Preference Act, and for performs additional, value-added production other purposes; which was ordered to processes, including a firm that performs 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2252(a)(3)(D)) is amended by final assembly, finishing, or packaging of ar- striking ‘‘, including the provision of trade lie on the table; as follows: ticles produced by another firm. adjustment assistance under chapter 2’’. At the appropriate place, insert the fol- On page 12, beginning on line 19, strike all (2) ASSISTANCE FOR WORKERS.—Section lowing: through line 24, and insert the following: 203(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. SEC. ll. DEMOCRACY AND FREEDOM THROUGH ‘‘(24) SUPPLIER.—The term ‘supplier’ means 2252(a)(1)(A)) is amended to read as follows: TRADE ACT. a firm that produces component parts for, or ‘‘(A) After receiving a report under section (a) FINDINGS.—Congress makes the fol- articles considered to be a part of, the pro- 202(f) containing an affirmative finding re- lowing findings: duction process for articles produced by a garding serious injury, or the threat thereof, (1) The United States is now engaged in a firm or subdivision covered by a certification to a domestic industry— war against terrorism, and it is vital that of eligibility under section 231. The term ‘‘(i) the President shall take all appro- the United States respond to this threat ‘supplier’ also includes a firm that provides priate and feasible action within his power; through the use of all available resources. services under contract to a firm or subdivi- and (2) Open markets between the United sion covered by such certification. ‘‘(ii) the Secretary of Labor, the Secretary States and friendly nations remains a vital of Agriculture, or the Secretary of Com- component of our Nation’s national security SA 3444. Mr. NELSON of Nebraska merce, as appropriate, shall certify as eligi- for the purposes of forming long, lasting submitted an amendment intended to ble for trade adjustment assistance under friendships, strategic partnerships, and cre- be proposed to amendment SA 3401 pro- section 231(a), 292, or 299B, workers, farmers, ating new long-term allies through the ex- or fishermen who are or were employed in posed by Mr. BAUCUS (for himself and portation of America’s democratic ideals, the domestic industry defined by the Com- civil liberties, freedoms, ethics, principles, Mr. GRASSLEY) to the bill (H.R. 3009) to mission if such workers, farmers, or fisher- tolerance, openness, ingenuity, and produc- extend the Andean Trade Preference men become totally or partially separated, tiveness. Act, to grant additional trade benefits or are threatened to become totally or par- (3) Utilizing trade with other nations is in- under that Act, and for other purposes; tially separated not more than 1 year before dispensable to United States foreign policy which was ordered to lie on the table; or not more than 1 year after the date on in that trade assists developing nations in as follows: which the Commission made its report to the achieving these very objectives. President under section 202(f).’’. On page 246, line 21, insert ‘‘expeditious’’ (4) It is in the United States national secu- (3) SPECIAL LOOK-BACK RULE.—Section after ‘‘providing for’’. rity interests to increase and improve our 203(a)(1)(A) of the Trade Act of 1974 shall ties, economically and otherwise, with Rus- apply to a worker, farmer, or fisherman if SA 3445. Mr. REID (for Mr. BAYH (for sia, Central Asia, and the South Caucasus. not more than 1 year before the date of en- (5) The development of strong political, himself, Mr. DURBIN, Mr. DAYTON, Ms. actment of the Trade Adjustment Assistance economic, and security ties between Russia, MIKULSKI, and Mr. ROCKEFELLER)) pro- Reform Act of 2002 the Commission notified Central Asia, the South Caucasus, and the posed an amendment to amendment SA the President of an affirmative determina- United States will foster stability in this re- 3401 proposed by Mr. BAUCUS (for him- tion under section 202(f) of such Act with region. self and Mr. GRASSLEY) to the bill (H.R. spect the domestic industry in which such (6) The development of open market econo- 3009) to extend the Andean Trade Pref- worker, farmer, or fisherman was employed. mies and open democratic systems in Russia, erence Act, to grant additional trade (d) NOTIFICATION FOR FARMERS AND FISHER- Central Asia and the South Caucasus will MEN.— benefits under that Act, and for other provide positive incentives for American pri- (1) FARMERS.—Section 294 of the Trade Act purposes; as follows: vate investment, increased trade, and other of 1974, as added by section 401, is amended forms of commercial interaction with the At the end of title VII, insert the fol- to read as follows: United States. lowing: ‘‘SEC. 294. NOTIFICATION BY INTERNATIONAL (7) Many of the nations in this region have SEC. 702. NOTIFICATION BY ITC. TRADE COMMISSION. secular Muslim governments that are seek- (a) IN GENERAL.—Section 225 of the Trade ‘‘(a) NOTIFICATION OF INVESTIGATION.— ing closer alliance with the United States Act of 1974, as added by section 111, is amend- Whenever the International Trade Commis- and that have diplomatic and commercial reed to read as follows: sion (in this chapter referred to as the ‘Com- lations with Israel. ‘‘SEC. 225. NOTIFICATION BY INTERNATIONAL mission’) begins an investigation under sec- (8) The nations of Russia, Central Asia and TRADE COMMISSION. tion 202 with respect to an agricultural com- the South Caucasus could produce oil and ‘‘(a) NOTIFICATION OF INVESTIGATION.— modity, the Commission shall immediately gas in sufficient quantities to reduce the de- Whenever the International Trade Commis- notify the Secretary of the investigation. pendence of the United States on energy sion begins an investigation under section ‘‘(b) NOTIFICATION OF AFFIRMATIVE DETER- from the volatile Persian Gulf region. 202 with respect to an industry, the Commis- MINATION.—Whenever the Commission makes (9) Normal trade relations between Russia, sion shall immediately notify the Secretary a report under section 202(f) containing an Central Asia, the South Caucasus, and the of that investigation. affirmative finding regarding serious injury, United States will help achieve these objec- ‘‘(b) NOTIFICATION OF AFFIRMATIVE FIND- or the threat thereof, to a domestic industry tives. ING.—Whenever the International Trade producing an agricultural commodity, the (b) SENSE OF CONGRESS.—(1) Prior to ex- Commission makes a report under section Commission shall immediately notify the tending normal trade relations with Russia 202(f) containing an affirmative finding re- Secretary of that finding.’’. and the nations of Central Asia and the garding serious injury, or the threat thereof, (2) FISHERMEN.—Section 299C of the Trade South Caucasus, the President should— to a domestic industry, the Commission Act of 1974, as added by section 501, is amend- (A) obtain the commitment of those coun- shall immediately notify the Secretary of ed to read as follows: tries to developing a system of governance in that finding.’’. ‘‘SEC. 299C. NOTIFICATION BY INTERNATIONAL accordance with the provisions of the Final (b) INDUSTRY-WIDE CERTIFICATION.—Section TRADE COMMISSION. Act of the Conference on Security and Co- 231(c) of the Trade Act of 1974, as added by ‘‘(a) NOTIFICATION OF INVESTIGATION.— operation in Europe (also known as the ‘‘Hel- section 111, is amended by adding at the end Whenever the International Trade Commis- sinki Final Act’’) regarding human rights the following new paragraph: sion (in this chapter referred to as the ‘Com- and humanitarian affairs;

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(B) ensure that those countries have en- treatment (normal trade relations treat- (2) TERMINATION OF APPLICATION OF TITLE deavored to address issues related to their ment) to the products of that country. IV.—On or after the effective date of the ex- national and religious minorities and, as a (2) TERMINATION OF APPLICATION OF TITLE tensions under paragraph (1)(B) of non- member state of the Organization for Secu- IV.—On or after the effective date of the ex- discriminatory treatment to the products of rity and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), com- tension under paragraph (1)(B) of non- Turkmenistan included under paragraph mitted to adopting special measures for en- discriminatory treatment to the products of (1)(B), title IV of the Trade Act of 1974 shall suring that persons belonging to national Tajikistan included under paragraph (1)(B), cease to apply to that country. minorities have full equality individually as title IV of the Trade Act of 1974 shall cease well as in community with other members of to apply to that country. SA 3447. Mr. REID (for Mr. BYRD) their group; (f) PERMANENT NORMAL TRADE RELATIONS proposed an amendment to amendment (C) ensure that those countries have also FOR UZBEKISTAN.— SA 3401 proposed by Mr. BAUCUS (for committed to enacting legislation to provide (1) PRESIDENTIAL DETERMINATION AND EX- protection against incitement to violence himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) to the bill TENSION OF NONDISCRIMINATORY TREATMENT.— (H.R. 3009) to extend the Andean Trade against persons or groups based on national, Notwithstanding any provision of title IV of racial, ethnic, or religious discrimination, the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2431 et seq.), Preference Act, to grant additional hostility, or hatred, including anti-Semi- the President may— trade benefits under that Act, to grant tism; and (A) determine that such title should no additional trade benefits under that (D) ensure that those countries have con- longer apply to Uzbekistan; and Act, and for other purposes; as follows: tinued to return communal properties con- (B) after making a determination under Strike section 2107 (a) and (b)(1) and insert fiscated from national and religious minori- subparagraph (A) with respect to Uzbekistan, the following: ties during the Soviet period, facilitating the proclaim the extension of nondiscriminatory (a) MEMBERS AND FUNCTIONS.— reemergence of these communities in the na- treatment (normal trade relations treat- (1) IN GENERAL.—By not later than 60 days tional life of each of those countries and es- ment) to the products of that country. after the date of the enactment of this Act, tablishing the legal framework for comple- (2) TERMINATION OF APPLICATION OF TITLE and not later than 30 days after the con- tion of this process in the future. IV.—On or after the effective date of the ex- vening of each Congress, the Speaker of the (2) Earlier this year the Governments of tension under paragraph (1)(B) of non- House of Representatives and the President the United States and Kazakhstan exchanged discriminatory treatment to the products of Pro Tempore of the Senate shall jointly es- letters underscoring the importance of reli- Uzbekistan included under paragraph (1)(B), gious freedom and human rights, and the tablish and convene the Congressional Over- title IV of the Trade Act of 1974 shall cease sight Group. President should seek similar exchanges to apply to that country. with all nations from the region. (2) MEMBERSHIP FROM THE HOUSE.—In each (g) PERMANENT NORMAL TRADE RELATIONS (c) PERMANENT NORMAL TRADE RELATIONS Congress, the Congressional Oversight Group FOR ARMENIA.— FOR RUSSIA.— shall be comprised of the following Members (1) PRESIDENTIAL DETERMINATION AND EX- (1) PRESIDENTIAL DETERMINATION AND EX- of the House of Representatives: TENSION OF NONDISCRIMINATORY TREATMENT.— TENSION OF NONDISCRIMINATORY TREATMENT.— (A) The Speaker of the House of Represent- Notwithstanding any provision of title IV of Notwithstanding any provision of title IV of atives. the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2431 et seq.), the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2431 et seq.), (B) The Majority Leader of the House of the President, after certifying to Congress the President may— Representatives. that all outstanding trade disputes have (A) determine that such title should no (C) The Minority Leader of the House of been resolved with Russia, may— longer apply to Armenia; and Representatives. (A) determine that such title should no (B) after making a determination under (D) Eight additional members appointed by longer apply to Russia; and subparagraph (A) with respect to Armenia, the Speaker of the House of Representatives. (B) after making a determination under proclaim the extension of nondiscriminatory Four members shall be selected from the ma- subparagraph (A) with respect to Russia, treatment (normal trade relations treat- jority party. Four members shall be selected proclaim the extension of nondiscriminatory ment) to the products of that country. from the minority party, after consultation treatment (normal trade relations treat- (2) TERMINATION OF APPLICATION OF TITLE with the Minority Leader of the House of ment) to the products of that country. IV.—On or after the effective date of the ex- Representatives. None of the eight members tensions under paragraph (1)(B) of non- (2) TERMINATION OF APPLICATION OF TITLE appointed under this paragraph may be discriminatory treatment to the products of IV.—On or after the effective date of the ex- members of the Committee on Ways and tensions under paragraph (1)(B) of non- Armenia included under paragraph (1)(B), Means. discriminatory treatment to the products of title IV of the Trade Act of 1974 shall cease (3) MEMBERSHIP FROM THE SENATE.—In each Russia included under paragraph (1)(B), title to apply to that country. Congress, the Congressional Oversight Group IV of the Trade Act of 1974 shall cease to (h) PERMANENT NORMAL TRADE RELATIONS shall also be comprised of the following apply to that country. FOR AZERBAIJAN.— members of the Senate: (d) PERMANENT NORMAL TRADE RELATIONS (1) PRESIDENTIAL DETERMINATION AND EX- (A) The President Pro Tempore of the Sen- FOR KAZAKHSTAN.— TENSION OF NONDISCRIMINATORY TREATMENT.— ate. (1) PRESIDENTIAL DETERMINATION AND EX- Notwithstanding any provision of title IV of (B) The Majority Leader of the Senate. TENSION OF NONDISCRIMINATORY TREATMENT.— the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2431 et seq.), (C) The Minority Leader of the Senate. Notwithstanding any provision of title IV of the President may— (D) Eight additional members appointed by the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2431 et seq.), (A) determine that such title should no the President pro tempore of the Senate. the President may— longer apply to Azerbaijan; and Four members shall be selected from the ma- (A) determine that such title should no (B) after making a determination under jority party, after consultation with the Ma- longer apply to Kazakhstan; and paragraph (1) with respect to Azerbaijan, jority Leader of the Senate. Four members (B) after making a determination under proclaim the extension of nondiscriminatory shall be selected from the minority party, subparagraph (A) with respect to treatment (normal trade relations treat- after consultation with the Minority Leader Kazakhstan, proclaim the extension of non- ment) to the products of that country. of the Senate. None of the eight members ap- discriminatory treatment (normal trade re- (2) TERMINATION OF APPLICATION OF TITLE pointed under this paragraph may be mem- lations treatment) to the products of that IV.—On or after the effective date of the ex- bers of the Committee on Finance. country. tensions under paragraph (1)(B) of non- (4) APPOINTMENT OF CO-CHAIRMEN AND (2) TERMINATION OF APPLICATION OF TITLE discriminatory treatment to the products of STAFF.—The Speaker of the House of Rep- IV.—On or after the effective date of the ex- Azerbaijan included under paragraph (1)(B), resentatives, the Minority Leader of the tension under paragraph (1)(B) of non- title IV of the Trade Act of 1974 shall cease House of Representatives, the Majority discriminatory treatment to the products of to apply to that country. Leader of the Senate, and the Minority Lead- Kazakhstan included under paragraph (1)(B), (i) PERMANENT NORMAL TRADE RELATIONS er of the Senate shall each designate a mem- title IV of the Trade Act of 1974 shall cease FOR TURKMENISTAN.— ber to serve as a co-chairman of the Congres- to apply to that country. (1) PRESIDENTIAL DETERMINATION AND EX- sional Oversight Group. (e) PERMANENT NORMAL TRADE RELATIONS TENSION OF NONDISCRIMINATORY TREATMENT.— (5) COORDINATION WITH CONGRESSIONAL AD- FOR TAJIKISTAN.— Notwithstanding any provision of title IV of VISERS FOR TRADE POLICY.—All briefings, con- (1) PRESIDENTIAL DETERMINATION AND EX- the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2431 et seq.), sultations, conferences, negotiations, and TENSION OF NONDISCRIMINATORY TREATMENT.— the President may— meetings attended by the Congressional Notwithstanding any provision of title IV of (A) determine that such title should no Oversight Group shall be open to the con- the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2431 et seq.), longer apply to Turkmenistan; and gressional advisers for trade policy ap- the President may— (B) after making a determination under pointed pursuant to section 161 of the Trade (A) determine that such title should no subparagraph (A) with respect Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2211). All documents, longer apply to Tajikistan; and Turkmenistan, proclaim the extension of materials, and other information provided to (B) after making a determination under nondiscriminatory treatment (normal trade the Congressional Oversight Group shall be subparagraph (A) with respect to Tajikistan, relations treatment) to the products of that made available to the congressional advisers proclaim the extension of nondiscriminatory country. for trade policy appointed pursuant to such

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17MY6.042 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4542 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 section 161. The co-chairmen of the Congres- (cc) may not be amended. Means and, in addition, by the Committee on sional Oversight Group shall regularly meet (ii) The provisions of section 152 (d) and (e) Rules; or with the congressional advisers for trade pol- of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2192 (d) and (ii) either House of the Congress to con- icy to ensure that each group is afforded (e)) (relating to the floor consideration of sider an extension disapproval resolution equal access to the meetings, information, certain resolutions in the House and Senate) after June 30, 2005. and consultative processes provided to the apply to a procedural disapproval resolution other. introduced with respect to a trade agree- SA 3450. Mr. REID (for Mr. BYRD) (6) SENATE STAFF AND EXPENSES.— ment, except that subsection (e)(2) of such submitted an amendment intended to (A) IN GENERAL.—The Senate co-chairmen section 152 shall be applied by substituting be proposed an to amendment SA 3401 are authorized to employ such staff and ‘‘6 hours’’ for ‘‘20 hours’’. proposed by Mr. BAUCUS (for himself incur such expenses as may be necessary or (iii) It is not in order for the House of Rep- and Mr. GRASSLEY) to the bill (H.R. appropriate to carry out the duties and func- resentatives to consider any procedural dis- 3009) to extend the Andean Trade Pref- tions of the Congressional Oversight Group. approval resolution not reported by the Com- erence Act, to grant additional trade Payment for meals and food-related expenses mittee on Ways and Means and, in addition, benefits under that Act, and for other may be reimbursed only to the extent such by the Committee on Rules. expenses are incurred in the conduct of offi- (iv) In the Senate, the Committee on Fi- purposes; as follows: cial duties. nance and the Committee on Rules and Ad- At the end of section 2103(b), insert the fol- (B) APPOINTMENT OF STAFF.—The two Sen- ministration shall report the procedural dis- lowing: ate co-chairmen shall designate professional approval resolution not later than 10 days (4) LIMITATIONS.—Notwithstanding any staff to work on the Congressional Oversight after the date the resolution is introduced. If other provision of law, trade authorities pro- Group. The professional staff shall serve all any Committee, to which a resolution is re- cedures shall apply, if at all, only to an im- members of the Congressional Oversight ferred, fails to report the resolution within plementing bill that implements a single Group. the 10-day period, the Committee shall be agreement obtained as a result of the global (C) SPECIAL RULE FOR SENATE STAFF.—In automatically discharged from further con- trade negotiations launched at the Fourth the case of any staff member who is an em- sideration of the resolution and the resolu- Ministerial Conference of the World Trade ployee of a Member of the Senate (or a com- tion shall be placed on the Calendar. Organization in Doha, Qatar, in November, mittee of the Senate), designated to perform (v) Once the procedural disapproval resolu- 2001. duties for Congressional Oversight Group, tion is placed on the Calendar, any Senator SA 3451. Mr. REID (for Mr. BYRD) the staff member shall continue to be paid may make a motion to proceed to consider by the member or the committee. The mem- the resolution. The motion to proceed to proposed an amendment to amendment ber and the committee shall be reimbursed consider the resolution shall not be debat- SA 3401 proposed by Mr. BAUCUS (for by funds authorized under subparagraph (D). able. himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) to the bill (D) EXPENSES.—Expenses shall be paid (H.R. 3009) to extend the Andean Trade from the contingent fund of the Senate, out SA 3449. Mr. REID (for Mr. BYRD) Preference Act, to grant additional of the account of Miscellaneous Items. For proposed an amendment to amendment trade benefits under that Act, and for any fiscal year, not more than $200,000 shall SA 3401 proposed by Mr. BAUCUS (for other purposes; as follows: be expended for staff and expenses (excepting At the appropriate place, insert the fol- himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) to the bill expenses for foreign travel). lowing: (H.R. 3009) to extend the Andean Trade (7) HOUSE STAFF AND EXPENSES.—The House SEC. ll. DISCLOSURE OF INVESTMENTS AND of Representatives may establish its own Preference Act, to grant additional TRANSACTIONS IN CERTAIN FOR- rules for the staffing, compensation, and ex- trade benefits under that Act, and for EIGN COUNTRIES. penses of the House co-chairmen and staff of other purposes; as follows: (a) SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934.— Section 13 of the Securities Exchange Act of the Congressional Oversight Group. On page 266, beginning on line 17, strike all 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78m) is amended by adding at (8) ACCREDITATION.—Each member of the through page 267, line 19, and insert the fol- the end the following new subsection: Congressional Oversight Group described in lowing: ‘‘(i) DISCLOSURE OF INVESTMENTS IN CER- paragraphs (2) and (3) shall be accredited by NTRODUCTION (B) I .—Extension disapproval TAIN FOREIGN ENTITIES.— the United States Trade Representative on resolutions— behalf of the President as official advisers to ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Each designated issuer (i) may be introduced in either House of shall, in accordance with such rules and reg- the United States delegation in negotiations the Congress by any member of such House; for any trade agreement to which this Act ulations as the Commission may prescribe as (ii) shall be referred, in the House of Rep- necessary or appropriate in the public inter- applies. The Congressional Oversight Group resentatives, to the Committee on Ways and shall consult with and provide advice to the est or for the protection of investors— Means and, in addition, to the Committee on ‘‘(A) disclose in each report or other docu- Trade Representative regarding the formula- Rules; and tion of specific objectives, negotiating strat- ment required to be filed under this section, (iii) shall be referred, in the Senate, to the including all annual filings, and in each reg- egies and positions, the development of the Committee on Finance and the Committee istration statement required under section applicable trade agreement, and compliance on Rules and Administration. 14, and the Commission shall consider mate- and enforcement of the negotiated commit- (C) APPLICATION OF SECTION 152 OF THE rial, each investment or transaction in ex- ments under the trade agreement. TRADE ACT OF 1974.— cess of $10,000 by that designated issuer in or (b) GUIDELINES.— (i) REPORT AND DISCHARGE OF COMMIT- with any designated entity; and (1) PURPOSE AND REVISION.—The United TEES.—Each Committee to which an exten- ‘‘(B) display all disclosures required by States Trade Representative, in consultation sion disapproval resolution is referred, shall with the co-chairmen of the Congressional subparagraph (A) prominently for investors. report the resolution not later than 10 days EFINITIONS.—For purposes of this sub- Oversight Group— ‘‘(2) D after the date of introduction of the resolu- section— (A) shall, within 120 days after the date of tion. If any Committee fails to report the ‘‘(A) the term ‘designated entity’ means the enactment of this Act, develop written resolution within the 10-day period, the Com- any company or other entity that is orga- guidelines to facilitate the useful and timely mittee shall be automatically discharged nized under the laws of a foreign country, a exchange of information between the Trade from further consideration of the resolution government-owned corporation of a foreign Representative and the Congressional Over- and the resolution shall be placed on the Cal- country, or the government of any foreign sight Group established under this section; endar. Once the extension disapproval reso- country— and lution is placed on the Calendar, any Senator ‘‘(i) that is subject to sanctions by the Of- (B) may make such revisions to the guide- may make a motion to proceed to consider fice of Foreign Assets Control; or lines as may be necessary from time to time. the resolution. The motion to proceed to ‘‘(ii) the government of which has been de- consider the resolution shall not be debat- termined by the Secretary of State under SA 3448. Mr. REID (for Mr. BYRD) able. proposed an amendment to amendment section 6(j)(1)(A) of the Export Administra- (ii) APPLICATION OF TRADE ACT.—The provi- tion Act of 1979, section 40(d) of the Arms Ex- SA 3401 proposed by Mr. BAUCUS (for sions of section 152 (d) and (e) of the Trade port Control Act, or section 620A of the For- himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) to the bill Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2192 (d) and (e)) (relat- eign Assistance Act of 1961, to have know- (H.R. 3009) to extend the Andean Trade ing to the floor consideration of certain reso- ingly provided support for acts of inter- Preference Act, to grant additional lutions in the House and Senate) apply to ex- national terrorism.’’. trade benefits under that Act, and for tension disapproval resolutions except that ‘‘(B) the term ‘designated issuer’— other purposes; as follows: subsection (e)(2) of such section 152 shall be ‘‘(i) means any issuer of a security reg- On page 287, beginning on line 16, strike all applied by substituting ‘‘6 hours’’ for ‘‘20 istered pursuant to section 12, or the securi- through page 288, line 12, and insert the fol- hours’’. ties of which (including American Deposi- lowing: (D) LIMITATIONS.—It is not in order for— tory Receipts) are directly or indirectly list- (bb) shall be referred to the Committee on (i) the House of Representatives to con- ed for trading or sold on any national securi- Finance and to the Committee on Rules and sider any extension disapproval resolution ties exchange or in any United States over- Administration; and not reported by the Committee on Ways and the-counter market; and

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17MY6.045 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4543 ‘‘(ii) includes any subsidiary or other affil- activities of United States persons in the en- facilities in China and the outcome of those iate of such an issuer.’’. vironment or energy sector of a trade part- requests. The report shall also make specific (b) SECURITIES ACT OF 1933.—Section 10 of ner country shall, as part of the program, recommendations on how the Memorandum the Securities Act of 1933 (15 U.S.C. 77j) is support, to the maximum extent practicable, and Statement can be improved, and discuss amended by adding at the end the following the transfer of United States clean energy the status of efforts to improve those agree- new subsection: technology. ments. ‘‘(g) DISCLOSURE OF INVESTMENTS OR (c) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.— (d) ENFORCEMENT.— TRANSACTIONS IN CERTAIN FOREIGN ENTI- There are authorized to be appropriated to (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 90 days TIES.— the Federal agencies and Government cor- after the date of enactment of this Act, the ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Each designated issuer porations described in (b) such sums as are Commissioner of Customs shall initiate an shall, in accordance with such rules and reg- necessary to carry out this section. inspection program. Pursuant to the inspec- ulations as the Commission may prescribe as tion program, whenever the Commissioner necessary or appropriate in the public inter- SA 3453. Mr. REID (for Mr. BYRD) receives credible evidence that a facility in est or for the protection of investors— proposed an amendment to amendment the People’s Republic of China is using ‘‘(A) disclose in each prospectus required SA 3401 proposed by Mr. BAUCUS (for forced labor to make goods destined for the or permitted by this section, and the Com- himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) to the bill United States, the Commissioner shall re- mission shall consider material, each invest- (H.R. 3009) to extend the Andean Trade quest United States officials be allowed to ment or transaction in excess of $10,000 by inspect the facility. If an inspection is not that designated issuer in or with any des- Preference Act, to grant additional permitted within 60 days of the request, ignated entity; and trade benefits under that Act, and for goods made at that facility shall not be per- ‘‘(B) display all disclosures required by other purposes; as follows: mitted entry at any of the ports of the subparagraph (A) prominently for investors. At the appropriate place, insert the fol- United States, and importation of such goods ‘‘(2) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this sub- lowing: shall be prohibited until the inspection is section— carried out. The Secretary of the Treasury SEC. ll. CERTIFICATION REGARDING FORCED ‘‘(A) the term ‘designated entity’ means LABOR. shall prescribe such regulations as may be necessary to carry out the enforcement of any company or other entity that is orga- (a) SHORT TITLE.—This section may be nized under the laws of a foreign country, a cited as the ‘‘Labor Certification Act of this provision. government-owned corporation of a foreign 2002’’. (2) FORCED LABOR.—For purposes of this country, or the government of any foreign (b) CERTIFICATION REQUIRED.— subsection, the term ‘‘forced labor’’ means country— (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 6 months convict or prison labor, forced labor, inden- ‘‘(i) that is subject to sanctions by the Of- after the date of enactment of this Act, the tured labor, or labor performed in any type fice of Foreign Assets Control; or Secretary of the Treasury shall require that of involuntary situation. (e) AUTHORIZATION OF CUSTOMS PER- ‘‘(ii) the government of which has been de- any person importing goods into the United SONNEL.—Section 3701 of the Strom Thur- termined by the Secretary of State under States from a country identified as using mond National Defense Authorization Act section 6(j)(1)(A) of the Export Administra- forced labor provide a certificate to the for Fiscal Year 1999 is amended by striking tion Act of 1979, section 40(d) of the Arms Ex- United States Customs Service that the ‘‘for fiscal year 1999’’ and inserting ‘‘for each port Control Act, or section 620A of the For- goods being imported comply with the provi- of fiscal years 2002 and 2003’’. eign Assistance Act of 1961, to have know- sions of section 307 of the Tariff Act of 1930 ingly provided support for acts of inter- (19 U.S.C. 1307) and that no part of the goods SA 3454. Mr. NELSON of Florida (for national terrorism.’’. were made with prison, forced, or indentured ‘‘(B) the term ‘designated issuer’— labor, or with labor performed in any type of himself and Mr. GRAHAM) submitted ‘‘(i) means any issuer of a security reg- involuntary situation. an amendment intended to be proposed istered pursuant to section 12 of the Securi- (2) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: to amendment SA 3401 proposed by Mr. ties Exchange Act of 1934, or the securities of (A) COUNTRY IDENTIFIED AS USING FORCED BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. GRASS- which (including American Depository Re- LABOR.—The term ‘‘country identified as LEY) to the bill (H.R. 3009) to extend ceipts) are directly or indirectly listed for using forced labor’’ means a country identi- the Andean Trade Preference Act, to trading or sold on any national securities ex- fied as using forced labor by the Department change or in any United States over-the- grant additional trade benefits under of State in the most recent Country Reports that Act, and for other purposes; which counter market; and on Human Rights Practices. was ordered to lie on the table; as fol- ‘‘(ii) includes any subsidiary or other affil- (B) GOODS.—For purposes of this section, iate of such an issuer.’’. the term ‘‘goods’’ includes goods, wares, arti- lows: cles, and merchandise mined, produced, or At the end of section 2103(b), insert the fol- SA 3452. Mr. REID (for Mr. BYRD) manufactured wholly or in part in any for- lowing new paragraph: proposed an amendment to amendment eign country. (4) PRODUCTS SUBJECT TO ANTIDUMPING AND SA 3401 proposed by Mr. BAUCUS (for (C) INVOLUNTARY SITUATION.—The term COUNTERVAILING DUTY ORDERS.—Paragraph himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) to the bill ‘‘involuntary situation’’ includes any situa- (1) shall not apply to a product that is the (H.R. 3009) to extend the Andean Trade tion where work is performed on an involun- subject of an antidumping or countervailing Preference Act, to grant additional tary basis, whether or not it is performed in duty order at the time of the agreement referred to in paragraph (1), unless the agree- trade benefits under that Act, and for a penal institution, a re-education through labor program, a pre-trial detention facility, ment provides that as a term, condition, or other purposes; as follows: or any similar situation. qualification of the tariff concession, the On page ll, between lines ll and ll, (D) PRISON, FORCED, OR INDENTURED tariff reduction will not be implemented be- insert the following: LABOR.— fore the date that is 1 year after the date of SEC. ll. CLEAN ENERGY TECHNOLOGY EX- (i) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘‘prison, forced, termination or revocation of such anti- PORTS PROGRAM. or indentured labor’’ includes forced child dumping or countervailing duty order with (a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: labor or any labor performed for which the respect to all exporters of such product. (1) CLEAN ENERGY TECHNOLOGY.—The term worker does not offer himself voluntarily. ‘‘clean energy technology’’ means an energy (ii) FORCED CHILD LABOR.—The term SA 3455. Mr. NELSON of Florida (for supply or end-use technology that, over the ‘‘forced child labor’’ means forced or inden- himself and Mr. GRAHAM) submitted an lifecycle of the technology, compared with a tured child labor that includes the use of amendment intended to be proposed to comparable technology in commercial use in children under the age of 18 in any form of amendment SA 3401 proposed by Mr. a trade partner country— slavery or practices similar to slavery, such BAUCUS (for himself and Mr. GRASSLEY) (A) results in the emission of substantially as the sale and trafficking of children, debt to the bill (H.R. 3009) to extend the An- lower levels of pollutants or greenhouse bondage and serfdom, and forced or compul- dean Trade Preference Act, to grant gases; and sory labor. (B) may generate substantially smaller or (c) STUDY AND REPORT.—Not later than 6 additional trade benefits under that less toxic volumes of solid or liquid waste. months after the date of enactment of this Act, and for other purposes; which was (2) TRADE PARTNER COUNTRY.—The term Act, the Secretary of State, in consultation ordered to lie on the table; as follows: ‘‘trade partner country’’ means a developing with the Commissioner of Customs, shall re- At the end of section 2103(a), insert the fol- country, country in transition, or other port to Congress on the implementation of lowing new paragraph: country with which United States exporters the existing 1992 Memorandum of Under- (8) PRODUCTS SUBJECT TO ANTIDUMPING AND engage in trade. standing and 1994 Statement of Cooperation COUNTERVAILING DUTY ORDERS.—Paragraph (b) FEDERAL SUPPORT FOR CLEAN ENERGY with the People’s Republic of China regard- (1)(A) shall not apply to a product that is the TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER.—Notwithstanding ing the use of forced labor to make goods subject of an antidumping or countervailing any other provision of law, each Federal destined for the United States. The report duty order at the time of the agreement re- agency or Government corporation carrying shall include information on requests by the ferred to in paragraph (1), unless the agree- out an assistance program in support of the United States to visit suspected forced labor ment provides that as a term, condition, or

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17MY6.041 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4544 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 qualification of the tariff concession, the the designation of the week beginning May The senior assistant bill clerk read as tariff reduction will not be implemented be- 19, 2002, as ‘‘National Emergency Medical follows: fore the date that is 1 year after the date of Services Week.’’ A resolution (S. Res. 268) designating May the termination or revocation of such anti- There being no objection, the Senate 20, 2002, as a day for Americans to recognize dumping or countervailing duty order with proceeded to consider the concurrent the importance of teaching children about respect to all exporters of such product. resolution. current events in an accessible way to their development as both students and citizens. f Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unanimous consent that the resolution and There being no objection, the Senate AUTHORITY FOR COMMITTEES TO preamble be agreed to; that the motion proceeded to consider the resolution. MEET to reconsider be laid upon the table; Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- SELECT COMMITTEE ON INTELLIGENCE and that any statements relating to imous consent that the resolution and Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- the resolution be printed in the preamble be agreed to en bloc; that the imous consent that the Select Com- RECORD. motion to reconsider be laid upon the mittee on Intelligence be authorized to The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without table, with no intervening action or de- meet during the session of the Senate objection, it is so ordered. bate; and that any statements relating on Friday, May 17, 2002, at 10:30 a.m. to The concurrent resolution (S. Con. to the resolution be printed in the hold a business meeting. Res. 112) was agreed to. RECORD. The Presiding Officer. Without objec- The preamble was agreed to. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without tion, it is so ordered. The concurrent resolution, with its objection, it is so ordered. preamble, reads as follows: The resolution (S. Res. 268) was f agreed to. S. CON. RES. 112 MEASURES PLACED ON The preamble was agreed to. CALENDAR—H.R. 4560 AND H.R. 3694 Whereas emergency medical services are a The resolution, with its preamble, vital public service; Mr. REID. Mr. President, I under- Whereas the members of emergency med- reads as follows: stand there are two bills at the desk, ical services teams are ready to provide life- S. RES. 268 H.R. 4560 and H.R. 3694, that have been saving care to those in need 24 hours a day, Whereas, since its founding in 1902, the read the first time. 7 days a week; Weekly Reader has reported current events The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- Whereas emergency medical services teams in a manner that is accessible to children, consist of emergency physicians, emergency ator is correct. thereby helping millions of children learn to nurses, emergency medical technicians, read, which is an indispensable foundation Mr. REID. I ask unanimous consent paramedics, firefighters, educators, adminis- for success in school and in life; that it be in order, en bloc, for these trators, and others; Whereas the Weekly Reader’s accessible bills to receive a second reading, and Whereas these emergency medical services style has helped children understand many then I will object to any further con- teams served our country with bravery and of the important events that have shaped the sideration of the legislation. heroism on September 11, 2001; world during the past 100 years, including The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Whereas emergency medical personnel World War I, the Great Depression, World objection, it is so ordered. The bills (emergency physicians, nurses, and emer- War II, the Civil Rights movement, Vietnam, gency medical technicians) courageously de- will be placed on the calendar. the first Moon landing, the collapse of the fended the Nation when called upon to iden- Soviet Union, and the tragic events of Sep- f tify and treat anthrax, the bioterrorist weap- tember 11, 2001; APPOINTMENTS on released in October 2001; Whereas a citizenry well informed about Whereas access to quality emergency care national and international current events is The PRESIDING OFFICER. The dramatically improves the survival and re- critical to a strong democracy; Chair, pursuant to the authority of the covery rate of those who experience sudden Whereas the Weekly Reader is read by majority leader under Public Law 107– illness or injury; nearly 11,000,000 children each week in every 106, announces the appointment of the Whereas providers of emergency medical State, and in more than 90 percent of the following individuals as members of services have traditionally served as the school districts in the United States; and the National Museum of African Amer- safety net of America’s health care system; Whereas on May 20, 2002, children around Whereas approximately 2⁄3 of all emergency the country will join the Weekly Reader in ican History and Culture Plan for Ac- medical services providers are volunteers; celebrating its 100th birthday: Now, there- tion Presidential Commission: Henry Whereas the members of emergency med- fore, be it L. Aaron, of Georgia, Howard Dodson, ical services teams, whether career or volun- Resolved, That the Senate— of New York, Cicely Tyson, of New teer, undergo thousands of hours of special- (1) designates May 20, 2002, as a day for York, and Robert L. Wilkins, of Wash- ized training and continuing education to en- Americans to recognize the importance of ington, D.C. hance their lifesaving skills; teaching children about current events in an The Senator from Georgia (Mr. Whereas Americans benefit daily from the accessible way to their development as both knowledge and skills of these highly trained students and citizens; and CLELAND) (non-voting member) and an- individuals; and (2) requests that the President issue a nounces, pursuant to the authority of Whereas injury prevention and the appro- proclamation calling upon the people of the the majority leader and upon the rec- priate use of the emergency medical services United States to observe that day with ap- ommendation of the Republican Lead- system will help reduce health care costs and propriate activities. er, the appointment of the following save lives: Now, therefore, be it Mr. REID. Mr. President, I suggest additional individuals as members of Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- the absence of a quorum. the above commission: Robert Bogle, of resentatives concurring), That Congress— The PRESIDING OFFICER. The (1) designates the week beginning May 19, Pennsylvania, Beverly Thompson, of clerk will call the roll. Kansas, and the Senator from Kansas 2002, as ‘‘National Emergency Medical Serv- ices Week’’; and The senior assistant bill clerk pro- (Mr. BROWNBACK) (non-voting member). (2) requests that the President issue a ceeded to call the roll. f proclamation calling upon the people of the Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- NATIONAL EMERGENCY MEDICAL United States to observe such week with ap- imous consent that the order for the propriate programs and activities. SERVICES WEEK quorum call be rescinded. f The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- objection, it is so ordered. imous consent that the Senate proceed DESIGNATING A DAY FOR AMERI- f to S. Con. Res. 112, which is at the CANS TO RECOGNIZE IMPOR- desk. TANCE OF TEACHING CURRENT CONCLUSION OF MORNING The PRESIDING OFFICER. The EVENTS BUSINESS clerk will report the concurrent resolu- Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- tion by title. imous consent that the Senate now imous consent that morning business The senior assistant bill clerk read as proceed to Calendar No. 376, S. Res. 268. now be closed. follows: The PRESIDING OFFICER. The The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without A concurrent resolution (S. Con. Res. 112) clerk will report the resolution by objection, it is so ordered. Morning expressing the sense of Congress regarding title. business is now closed.

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17MY6.043 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4545 ANDEAN TRADE PREFERENCE (C) The Minority Leader of the Senate. and enforcement of the negotiated commit- EXPANSION ACT—Continued (D) Eight additional members appointed by ments under the trade agreement. the President pro tempore of the Senate. (b) GUIDELINES.— Mr. REID. Mr. President, what is the Four members shall be selected from the ma- (1) PURPOSE AND REVISION.—The United business before the Senate? jority party, after consultation with the Ma- States Trade Representative, in consultation The PRESIDING OFFICER. The jority Leader of the Senate. Four members with the co-chairmen of the Congressional trade promotion authority bill is pend- shall be selected from the minority party, Oversight Group— ing before the Senate. after consultation with the Minority Leader (A) shall, within 120 days after the date of Mr. REID. It need not be reported, it of the Senate. None of the eight members ap- the enactment of this Act, develop written pointed under this paragraph may be mem- guidelines to facilitate the useful and timely is pending; is that right? exchange of information between the Trade The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- bers of the Committee on Finance. (4) APPOINTMENT OF CO-CHAIRMEN AND Representative and the Congressional Over- ator is correct. STAFF.—The Speaker of the House of Rep- sight Group established under this section; Mr. REID. I suggest the absence of a resentatives, the Minority Leader of the and quorum. House of Representatives, the Majority (B) may make such revisions to the guide- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Leader of the Senate, and the Minority Lead- lines as may be necessary from time to time. clerk will call the roll. er of the Senate shall each designate a mem- AMENDMENT NO. 3448 The assistant legislative clerk pro- ber to serve as a co-chairman of the Congres- ceeded to call the roll. sional Oversight Group. (Purpose: To clarify the procedures for procedural disapproval resolutions) Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- (5) COORDINATION WITH CONGRESSIONAL AD- VISERS FOR TRADE POLICY.—All briefings, con- On page 287, beginning on line 16, strike all imous consent the order for the through page 288, line 12, and insert the fol- quorum call be rescinded. sultations, conferences, negotiations, and meetings attended by the Congressional lowing: The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Oversight Group shall be open to the con- (bb) shall be referred to the Committee on objection, it is so ordered. gressional advisers for trade policy ap- Finance and to the Committee on Rules and AMENDMENTS NOS. 3447 THROUGH 3453 TO pointed pursuant to section 161 of the Trade Administration; and AMENDMENT NO. 3401 Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2211). All documents, (cc) may not be amended. Mr. REID. Mr. President, I ask unan- materials, and other information provided to (ii) The provisions of section 152 (d) and (e) the Congressional Oversight Group shall be of the Trade Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2192 (d) and imous consent that the pending amend- (e)) (relating to the floor consideration of ment be set aside so I may call up made available to the congressional advisers for trade policy appointed pursuant to such certain resolutions in the House and Senate) amendments at the desk on behalf of section 161. The co-chairmen of the Congres- apply to a procedural disapproval resolution Senator BYRD; that the amendment be sional Oversight Group shall regularly meet introduced with respect to a trade agree- reported by number and then set aside. with the congressional advisers for trade pol- ment, except that subsection (e)(2) of such I call up those amendments at this icy to ensure that each group is afforded section 152 shall be applied by substituting time. equal access to the meetings, information, ‘‘6 hours’’ for ‘‘20 hours’’. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without and consultative processes provided to the (iii) It is not in order for the House of Rep- other. resentatives to consider any procedural dis- objection, it is so ordered. The clerk approval resolution not reported by the Com- will report the amendments. (6) SENATE STAFF AND EXPENSES.— (A) IN GENERAL.—The Senate co-chairmen mittee on Ways and Means and, in addition, The legislative clerk read as follows: are authorized to employ such staff and by the Committee on Rules. The Senator from Nevada [Mr. REID], for incur such expenses as may be necessary or (iv) In the Senate, the Committee on Fi- Mr. BYRD, proposes amendments numbered appropriate to carry out the duties and func- nance and the Committee on Rules and Ad- 3447 through 3453 to amendment No. 3401. tions of the Congressional Oversight Group. ministration shall report the procedural dis- The amendments are as follows: Payment for meals and food-related expenses approval resolution not later than 10 days may be reimbursed only to the extent such after the date the resolution is introduced. If AMENDMENT NO. 3447 expenses are incurred in the conduct of offi- any Committee, to which a resolution is re- (Purpose: To amend the provisions relating cial duties. ferred, fails to report the resolution within to the Congressional Oversight Group) (B) APPOINTMENT OF STAFF.—The two Sen- the 10-day period, the Committee shall be Strike section 2107 (a) and (b)(1) and insert ate co-chairmen shall designate professional automatically discharged from further con- the following: staff to work on the Congressional Oversight sideration of the resolution and the resolu- (a) MEMBERS AND FUNCTIONS.— Group. The professional staff shall serve all tion shall be placed on the Calendar. (1) IN GENERAL.—By not later than 60 days members of the Congressional Oversight (v) Once the procedural disapproval resolu- after the date of the enactment of this Act, Group. tion is placed on the Calendar, any Senator and not later than 30 days after the con- (C) SPECIAL RULE FOR SENATE STAFF.—In may make a motion to proceed to consider vening of each Congress, the Speaker of the the case of any staff member who is an em- the resolution. The motion to proceed to House of Representatives and the President ployee of a Member of the Senate (or a com- consider the resolution shall not be debat- Pro Tempore of the Senate shall jointly es- mittee of the Senate), designated to perform able. tablish and convene the Congressional Over- duties for Congressional Oversight Group, sight Group. the staff member shall continue to be paid AMENDMENT NO. 3449 (2) MEMBERSHIP FROM THE HOUSE.—In each by the member or the committee. The mem- (Purpose: To clarify the procedures for Congress, the Congressional Oversight Group ber and the committee shall be reimbursed extension disapproval resolutions) shall be comprised of the following Members by funds authorized under subparagraph (D). On page 266, beginning on line 17, strike all of the House of Representatives: (D) EXPENSES.—Expenses shall be paid through page 267, line 19, and insert the fol- (A) The Speaker of the House of Represent- from the contingent fund of the Senate, out lowing: atives. of the account of Miscellaneous Items. For (B) INTRODUCTION.—Extension disapproval (B) The Majority Leader of the House of any fiscal year, not more than $200,000 shall resolutions— Representatives. be expended for staff and expenses (excepting (i) may be introduced in either House of (C) The Minority Leader of the House of expenses for foreign travel). the Congress by any member of such House; Representatives. (7) HOUSE STAFF AND EXPENSES.—The House (ii) shall be referred, in the House of Rep- (D) Eight additional members appointed by of Representatives may establish its own resentatives, to the Committee on Ways and the Speaker of the House of Representatives. rules for the staffing, compensation, and ex- Means and, in addition, to the Committee on Four members shall be selected from the ma- penses of the House co-chairmen and staff of Rules; and jority party. Four members shall be selected the Congressional Oversight Group. (iii) shall be referred, in the Senate, to the from the minority party, after consultation (8) ACCREDITATION.—Each member of the Committee on Finance and the Committee with the Minority Leader of the House of Congressional Oversight Group described in on Rules and Administration. Representatives. None of the eight members paragraphs (2) and (3) shall be accredited by (C) APPLICATION OF SECTION 152 OF THE appointed under this paragraph may be the United States Trade Representative on TRADE ACT OF 1974.— members of the Committee on Ways and behalf of the President as official advisers to (i) REPORT AND DISCHARGE OF COMMIT- Means. the United States delegation in negotiations TEES.—Each Committee to which an exten- (3) MEMBERSHIP FROM THE SENATE.—In each for any trade agreement to which this Act sion disapproval resolution is referred, shall Congress, the Congressional Oversight Group applies. The Congressional Oversight Group report the resolution not later than 10 days shall also be comprised of the following shall consult with and provide advice to the after the date of introduction of the resolu- members of the Senate: Trade Representative regarding the formulation. If any Committee fails to report the (A) The President Pro Tempore of the Sen- tion of specific objectives, negotiating strat- resolution within the 10-day period, the Com- ate. egies and positions, the development of the mittee shall be automatically discharged (B) The Majority Leader of the Senate. applicable trade agreement, and compliance from further consideration of the resolution

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G17MY6.064 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 S4546 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE May 17, 2002 and the resolution shall be placed on the Cal- port Control Act, or section 620A of the For- country with which United States exporters endar. Once the extension disapproval reso- eign Assistance Act of 1961, to have know- engage in trade. lution is placed on the Calendar, any Senator ingly provided support for acts of inter- (b) FEDERAL SUPPORT FOR CLEAN ENERGY may make a motion to proceed to consider national terrorism.’’. TECHNOLOGY TRANSFER.—Notwithstanding the resolution. The motion to proceed to ‘‘(B) the term ‘designated issuer’— any other provision of law, each Federal consider the resolution shall not be debat- ‘‘(i) means any issuer of a security reg- agency or Government corporation carrying able. istered pursuant to section 12, or the securi- out an assistance program in support of the (ii) APPLICATION OF TRADE ACT.—The provi- ties of which (including American Deposi- activities of United States persons in the en- sions of section 152 (d) and (e) of the Trade tory Receipts) are directly or indirectly list- vironment or energy sector of a trade part- Act of 1974 (19 U.S.C. 2192 (d) and (e)) (related for trading or sold on any national securi- ner country shall, as part of the program, ing to the floor consideration of certain reso- ties exchange or in any United States over- support, to the maximum extent practicable, lutions in the House and Senate) apply to ex- the-counter market; and the transfer of United States clean energy tension disapproval resolutions except that ‘‘(ii) includes any subsidiary or other affil- technology. (c) AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIATIONS.— subsection (e)(2) of such section 152 shall be iate of such an issuer.’’. There are authorized to be appropriated to applied by substituting ‘‘6 hours’’ for ‘‘20 (b) SECURITIES ACT OF 1933.—Section 10 of the Federal agencies and Government cor- hours’’. the Securities Act of 1933 (15 U.S.C. 77j) is porations described in (b) such sums as are (D) LIMITATIONS.—It is not in order for— amended by adding at the end the following necessary to carry out this section. (i) the House of Representatives to con- new subsection: ‘‘(g) DISCLOSURE OF INVESTMENTS OR sider any extension disapproval resolution AMENDMENT NO. 3453 not reported by the Committee on Ways and TRANSACTIONS IN CERTAIN FOREIGN ENTI- (Purpose: To require that certification of Means and, in addition, by the Committee on TIES.— compliance with section 307 of the Tariff Rules; or ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Each designated issuer Act of 1930 be provided with respect to cer- (ii) either House of the Congress to con- shall, in accordance with such rules and reg- tain goods imported into the United sider an extension disapproval resolution ulations as the Commission may prescribe as States) after June 30, 2005. necessary or appropriate in the public interest or for the protection of investors— At the appropriate place, insert the fol- AMENDMENT NO. 3450 ‘‘(A) disclose in each prospectus required lowing: (Purpose: To limit the application of trade or permitted by this section, and the Com- SEC. ll. CERTIFICATION REGARDING FORCED authorities procedures to a single agree- mission shall consider material, each invest- LABOR. (a) SHORT TITLE.—This section may be ment resulting from DOHA) ment or transaction in excess of $10,000 by cited as the ‘‘Labor Certification Act of At the end of section 2103(b), insert the fol- that designated issuer in or with any designated entity; and 2002’’. lowing: (b) CERTIFICATION REQUIRED.— (4) LIMITATIONS.—Notwithstanding any ‘‘(B) display all disclosures required by subparagraph (A) prominently for investors. (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 6 months other provision of law, trade authorities pro- after the date of enactment of this Act, the cedures shall apply, if at all, only to an im- ‘‘(2) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this subsection— Secretary of the Treasury shall require that plementing bill that implements a single any person importing goods into the United agreement obtained as a result of the global ‘‘(A) the term ‘designated entity’ means any company or other entity that is orga- States from a country identified as using trade negotiations launched at the Fourth forced labor provide a certificate to the Ministerial Conference of the World Trade nized under the laws of a foreign country, a government-owned corporation of a foreign United States Customs Service that the Organization in Doha, Qatar, in November, goods being imported comply with the provi- 2001. country, or the government of any foreign country— sions of section 307 of the Tariff Act of 1930 (19 U.S.C. 1307) and that no part of the goods AMENDMENT NO. 3451 ‘‘(i) that is subject to sanctions by the Of- fice of Foreign Assets Control; or were made with prison, forced, or indentured (Purpose: To address disclosures by publicly labor, or with labor performed in any type of traded companies of relationships with cer- ‘‘(ii) the government of which has been determined by the Secretary of State under involuntary situation. tain countries or foreign-owned corpora- (2) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: tions) section 6(j)(1)(A) of the Export Administra- tion Act of 1979, section 40(d) of the Arms Ex- (A) COUNTRY IDENTIFIED AS USING FORCED At the appropriate place, insert the fol- port Control Act, or section 620A of the For- LABOR.—The term ‘‘country identified as lowing: eign Assistance Act of 1961, to have know- using forced labor’’ means a country identi- SEC. ll. DISCLOSURE OF INVESTMENTS AND ingly provided support for acts of inter- fied as using forced labor by the Department TRANSACTIONS IN CERTAIN FOR- national terrorism.’’. of State in the most recent Country Reports EIGN COUNTRIES. ‘‘(B) the term ‘designated issuer’— on Human Rights Practices. (a) SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934.— ‘‘(i) means any issuer of a security reg- (B) GOODS.—For purposes of this section, Section 13 of the Securities Exchange Act of istered pursuant to section 12 of the Securi- the term ‘‘goods’’ includes goods, wares, arti- 1934 (15 U.S.C. 78m) is amended by adding at ties Exchange Act of 1934, or the securities of cles, and merchandise mined, produced, or the end the following new subsection: which (including American Depository Re- manufactured wholly or in part in any for- ‘‘(i) DISCLOSURE OF INVESTMENTS IN CER- ceipts) are directly or indirectly listed for eign country. TAIN FOREIGN ENTITIES.— trading or sold on any national securities ex- (C) INVOLUNTARY SITUATION.—The term ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—Each designated issuer ‘‘involuntary situation’’ includes any situa- shall, in accordance with such rules and reg- change or in any United States over-the- counter market; and tion where work is performed on an involun- ulations as the Commission may prescribe as tary basis, whether or not it is performed in necessary or appropriate in the public inter- ‘‘(ii) includes any subsidiary or other affil- iate of such an issuer.’’. a penal institution, a re-education through est or for the protection of investors— labor program, a pre-trial detention facility, ‘‘(A) disclose in each report or other docu- or any similar situation. AMENDMENT NO. 3452 ment required to be filed under this section, (D) PRISON, FORCED, OR INDENTURED (Purpose: To facilitate the opening of energy including all annual filings, and in each reg- LABOR.— markets and promote the exportation of istration statement required under section (i) IN GENERAL.—The term ‘‘prison, forced, 14, and the Commission shall consider mate- clean energy technologies) or indentured labor’’ includes forced child rial, each investment or transaction in ex- On page ll, between lines ll and ll, labor or any labor performed for which the cess of $10,000 by that designated issuer in or insert the following: worker does not offer himself voluntarily. with any designated entity; and SEC. ll. CLEAN ENERGY TECHNOLOGY EX- (ii) FORCED CHILD LABOR.—The term ‘‘(B) display all disclosures required by PORTS PROGRAM. ‘‘forced child labor’’ means forced or inden- subparagraph (A) prominently for investors. (a) DEFINITIONS.—In this section: tured child labor that includes the use of ‘‘(2) DEFINITIONS.—For purposes of this sub- (1) CLEAN ENERGY TECHNOLOGY.—The term children under the age of 18 in any form of section— ‘‘clean energy technology’’ means an energy slavery or practices similar to slavery, such ‘‘(A) the term ‘designated entity’ means supply or end-use technology that, over the as the sale and trafficking of children, debt any company or other entity that is orga- lifecycle of the technology, compared with a bondage and serfdom, and forced or compul- nized under the laws of a foreign country, a comparable technology in commercial use in sory labor. government-owned corporation of a foreign a trade partner country— (c) STUDY AND REPORT.—Not later than 6 country, or the government of any foreign (A) results in the emission of substantially months after the date of enactment of this country— lower levels of pollutants or greenhouse Act, the Secretary of State, in consultation ‘‘(i) that is subject to sanctions by the Of- gases; and with the Commissioner of Customs, shall re- fice of Foreign Assets Control; or (B) may generate substantially smaller or port to Congress on the implementation of ‘‘(ii) the government of which has been de- less toxic volumes of solid or liquid waste. the existing 1992 Memorandum of Under- termined by the Secretary of State under (2) TRADE PARTNER COUNTRY.—The term standing and 1994 Statement of Cooperation section 6(j)(1)(A) of the Export Administra- ‘‘trade partner country’’ means a developing with the People’s Republic of China regard- tion Act of 1979, section 40(d) of the Arms Ex- country, country in transition, or other ing the use of forced labor to make goods

VerDate May 14 2002 00:50 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 4637 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17MY6.050 pfrm15 PsN: S17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S4547 destined for the United States. The report day and we have things to do, but we nounced we are going to do a much bet- shall include information on requests by the appreciate your doing overtime duty as ter job of condensing the votes. Votes United States to visit suspected forced labor the Presiding Officer. will be 15 minutes, and we have, over facilities in China and the outcome of those requests. The report shall also make specific f months, said that we would extend recommendations on how the Memorandum those 5 minutes. But that extension ORDERS FOR MONDAY, MAY 20, has now gone 15 minutes, so our votes and Statement can be improved, and discuss 2002 the status of efforts to improve those agree- have now become 30-minute votes. ments. Mr. REID. I ask unanimous consent People are going to start missing (d) ENFORCEMENT.— when the Senate completes its business votes. I know they are going to be (1) IN GENERAL.—Not later than 90 days today, it adjourn until 1 p.m. Monday, after the date of enactment of this Act, the upset, but people are going to miss Commissioner of Customs shall initiate an May 20; that following the prayer and votes. We are not going to continually inspection program. Pursuant to the inspec- pledge, the Journal of proceedings be waste everyone else’s time. We have tion program, whenever the Commissioner approved to date, the morning hour be numerous votes to conduct next week, receives credible evidence that a facility in deemed expired, the time for the two as indicated by all these amendments the People’s Republic of China is using leaders be reserved for their use later that have been offered. Even if we did forced labor to make goods destined for the in the day, and the Senate be in a pe- not have a lot of votes, there is no need United States, the Commissioner shall re- riod of morning business until 2 p.m., quest United States officials be allowed to to have people, when there is a vote, inspect the facility. If an inspection is not with Senators permitted to speak for stand around waiting for other people permitted within 60 days of the request, up to 10 minutes each, with the first to complete their business. People goods made at that facility shall not be per- half hour of time under the control of waste lots of time. mitted entry at any of the ports of the Senator DORGAN or his designee and One reason people are not here when United States, and importation of such goods the second half hour under the control they are supposed to be is they know shall be prohibited until the inspection is of the Republican leader or his des- the votes do not take the amount of carried out. The Secretary of the Treasury ignee; and that at 2 p.m. the Senate re- time they are supposed to take. So I shall prescribe such regulations as may be sume consideration of the trade act. necessary to carry out the enforcement of hope people cooperate. If not, they are this provision. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without going to have a voting record not as (2) FORCED LABOR.—For purposes of this objection, it is so ordered. good as they would like. subsection, the term ‘‘forced labor’’ means f convict or prison labor, forced labor, inden- f tured labor, or labor performed in any type PROGRAM of involuntary situation. Mr. REID. Mr. President, there will (e) AUTHORIZATION OF CUSTOMS PER- be no rollcall votes on Monday. The ADJOURNMENT UNTIL MONDAY, SONNEL.—Section 3701 of the Strom Thur- MAY 20, 2002, AT 1 P.M. mond National Defense Authorization Act next rollcall vote will occur at approxi- for Fiscal Year 1999 is amended by striking mately 11 a.m. on Tuesday on cloture Mr. REID. If there is no further busi- ‘‘for fiscal year 1999’’ and inserting ‘‘for each on the steel amendment to the trade ness to come before the Senate, I ask of fiscal years 2002 and 2003’’. act. unanimous consent the Senate stand in The PRESIDING OFFICER. The I would say all staff members and all adjournment under the previous order. amendments are now set aside. Senators should understand that the There being no objection, the Senate, Mr. REID. Mr. President, I appreciate majority leader, in consultation with at 1:13 p.m., adjourned until Monday, your patience. We know it is late in the the Republican leader, today an- May 20, 2002, at 1 p.m.

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IN HONOR OF FORMER MEMBER Mr. Speaker, I ask that the House of Rep- THE MANY VALUES OF MUSIC GEORGE E. BROWN, JR. AND THE resentatives join me today in honoring the EDUCATION 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE 50th anniversary of the Monterey Park Demo- FOUNDING OF THE MONTEREY cratic Club and in paying tribute to their first HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER PARK DEMOCRATIC CLUB president, the Honorable George E. Brown, OF NEW YORK Jr., and all the members of the Club. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. ADAM B. SCHIFF f Thursday, May 16, 2002 OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RECOGNIZING BRIAN C. KARHOFF Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, as a mem- ON HIS APPOINTMENT TO THE Thursday, May 16, 2002 ber of the House, and as Chairwoman of the U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY Congressional Arts Caucus, I constantly work Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, I rise to today in to support and expand the enjoyment of artis- great honor to ask the House of Representa- HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR tic and musical expression for all Americans. tives to pause to remember a former Member I especially recognize the positive educational of Congress, George E. Brown, Jr, and to pay OF OHIO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and economic aspects of the arts and, be- tribute to him and to the Monterey Park Demo- cause of these benefits, have worked on a bi- cratic Club, which he helped found 50 years Thursday, May 16, 2002 partisan basis to secure additional funding for ago. Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great the National Endowment for the Arts and the As a new Representative to Congress, I pride that I rise today to recognize my con- National Endowment for the Humanities. know that I stand on the shoulders of many gi- stituent, Brian C. Karhoff of Pandora, Ohio, It is because of my interest in the arts that ants who have come before me, including the who recently accepted his appointment to the I was pleased to read Tim Wendel’s article longest serving Member of Congress in the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. ‘‘Healing Harmonies’’ (USA Weekend 10/28/ history of my state—George Brown. Fifty years ago, in his early thirties, George Brian will soon graduate from Pandora-Gil- 01). It now appears that the arts—and music Brown had settled in the Los Angeles suburb boa High School. During his high school ca- specifically—offer additional benefits that are of Monterey Park. With several other civicly- reer, he has maintained a 4.0 grade point av- closely related to my professional training as a active residents, he helped found the Demo- erage, and is a member of the National Honor microbiologist. While microbiology strives to cratic Club of that community. George was its Society. He is an accomplished athlete, earn- benefit public health both through research first President. Today, the Club is headed by ing a varsity letter in football. And, he has and treatment, Wendel now shows that music President Irving Willner, a Club member for 48 clearly demonstrated his leadership ability, similarly benefits public health. In his article, years and its longest serving President at earning the rank of Eagle Scout, class treas- Wendel shows that top neuroscientists have ‘‘only’’ 18 years of service. urer and treasurer of the National Honor Soci- found music aids in pain relief, in battling can- From being Club President, George ran for ety. cer, and by accelerating the healing process public office. Like many here in this body, he Brian Karhoff can be very proud of his many for stroke victims and victims of Parkinson’s lost his first race. But he had persistence and accomplishments. He is a credit to his family, disease. Music has even been tied to the re- conviction, ran again, and was elected to the his school, and his community. By accepting trieval of lost memory for Alzheimer’s patients, Monterey Park City Council, became Mayor, his appointment, Brian is accepting a unique and to improved concentration in children with then was elected to the California State As- challenge. Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder. sembly in 1958. He ran and was elected to The Academy is the pinnacle of leadership One may conclude from Wendel’s ‘‘Healing the U.S. House of Representatives in 1962. In development for the United States Army. As a Harmonies’’ that the benefits of music are in- 1970, he left his House seat to run for the member of the U.S. Corps of Cadets, he will deed extraordinary. I would like to note, how- U.S. Senate. He lost in a close Democratic face a most demanding academic curriculum ever, that it is in great part because of the tal- primary. He then ran again for the House in and physical regimen. He will live, study and ent and dedication of music educators that we 1972, and won. And he continued to win. prepare in an environment where strong lead- are able to reap the diverse rewards of music. Even though he had some of the most con- ership thrives, individual achievement is ex- Not only do these educators bring to us an sistently close races in the nation, George pected, and personal integrity is demanded. aesthetic appreciation of music, they also cre- won 14 more times, winning his last race in Mr. Speaker, General John W. Vessey, Jr. ate, through music, benefits that spill over to 1998, before passing away in 1999. A tremen- once wrote, ‘‘The Nation’s ability to remain other educational disciplines as well. dous electoral record. free and at peace depends in no small meas- MENC—The National Association for Music George Brown had an impressive public pol- ure on whether we will continue to inspire our Education provides data illustrating some of icy record. He was known in Congress for his youth to serve.’’ these advantages. In its official publications, support for anti-poverty programs, for peace, I am confident that Brian Karhoff has the MENC reports that students involved in music for space and scientific advancement, and for character and ability to excel at the U.S. Mili- earn better grades than their peers and score civil rights and tolerance of diversity—a cause tary Academy at West Point. I ask my col- higher on their SATs. Music study also cor- that he shared deeply with the Monterey Park leagues to join me in wishing him well as he relates directly with a proficiency in language Democratic Club. begins his very important service to our Na- acquisition and mathematical reasoning. George remains deeply remembered and tion. The Congress has recognized the powerful appreciated in Monterey Park and by the past f impact of music education. In the recently- and current members of the Monterey Park passed ‘‘No Child Left Behind Act,’’ music Democratic Club. As social commentators PERSONAL EXPLANATION educators such as the members of MENC are have long noted about America, it is our free- entrusted not only with the important role of dom to form voluntary clubs and associations HON. FRANK MASCARA nurturing music and the arts in our schools, that keeps America vibrant and gives Ameri- OF PENNSYLVANIA but have also been given by Congress a stat- cans a good part of our ability to exercise our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES utory voice in the educational policy process. political rights and participate in our political Working with school administrators, music system. Through their 50 years of organiza- Thursday, May 16, 2002 educators will help ensure that our students tional life, the Monterey Park Democratic Club Mr. MASCARA. Mr. Speaker, on May 15, receive the many positive benefits of music, and its members have helped the people of 2002, I was absent for personal reasons and which eventually benefit us all. Monterey Park become civicly active in the missed roll call votes numbered 165 and 166. I invite my colleagues to take this oppor- cause of a continually better city, a better na- For the record, had I been present I would tunity to review selected excerpts from both tion, and a better world. have voted no on both of these votes. Wendel’s article and the Music In Our Schools

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VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17MY8.000 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 E832 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 17, 2002 Month (MIOSM) Advocacy Update, and I ask patients who worked to music took bigger, REFORM OF THE MINING LAW OF that these selections be inserted at this point more balanced strides than those whose ther- 1872 apy had no accompaniment. in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. Other researchers have found the sound of [From Music In Our Schools Month (MIOSM) drums may influence how bodies work . . . HON. NICK J. RAHALL II Advocacy Update, Issue 1, 2002] Suzanne Hasner, chairwoman of the music OF WEST VIRGINIA MAKING DECISIONS ON MUSIC EDUCATION therapy department at Berklee College of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RESEARCH SHOWS POSITIVE IMPACT OF MUSIC Music in Boston, says even those with de- Thursday, May 16, 2002 EDUCATION mentia or head injuries retain musical abil- Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, Today I am in- As a major distributor of educational re- ity. ‘‘Deep in our long-term memory is this search, MENC has published a peer-reviewed rehearsed music,’’ Hasner says. ‘‘It is proc- troducing legislation which I have sponsored in music education publication, the Journal of essed in the emotional part of the brain, the one form or another since 1991 to reform the Research in Music Education, for 50 years. In amygdala. Here’s where you remember the Mining Law of 1872. 1998, NAMM-International Music Product As- music played at your wedding, the music of Last Friday was the 130th anniversary of sociation founded the International Founda- your first love, that first dance. Such things the May 10, 1872, date President Grant tion for Music Research, which actively sup- can still be remembered even in people with signed into law the legislation that became ports research work that explores music’s progressive diseases. It can be a window, a way to reach them . . .’’ known as the Mining Law of 1872. I first intro- role in various stages of life. This research duced reform legislation in 1991, during the identifies how music contributes to chil- Earlier this year, researchers from the 102nd Congress. And today, along with our dren’s cognitive development and learning. Mind-Body Wellness Center in Meadville, It is important to call on government to Pa., reported the results of an experiment in colleagues Chris Shays, George Miller, Ed seriously seek out the information that can which 111 cancer patients played drums for Markey, Ron Kind, Jay Inslee, Tom Udall, shape the curriculum in American schools to 30 minutes a day. They found strengthened Mark Udall, Frank Pallone and Eni the benefit of American children. More than immune systems and increased levels of can- Faleomavaega, will reintroduce a comprehen- ever before, there is an urgent need for re- cer-fighting cells in many of the patients sive reform measure once again. search to underpin the inherent value and ... Having been at it for over a decade, without importance of music in education. Studies And just this month, the American Acad- gaining enactment of a bill, a logical reaction have shown music education is correlated emy of Pediatrics published a study showing would be a sense of frustration. However, I do with success in other areas of school. Stu- music may help children with attention def- take heart in the fact that the effort to reform dents involved in music are less likely to be icit hyperactivity disorder. Kids tried to involved in disciplinary infractions than the Mining Law of 1872 started just seven match various musical tones by tapping years after its enactment, in an 1879 rec- their peers and they are more likely than their hands and feet. The exercises improved non-music students to get good grades, as their concentration and control of aggres- ommendation of the first major Public Land shown by SAT scores. Research has also indi- sion . . . Commission established by the Congress. In cated that music study correlates with relative terms, I have been at it a short period spatio-temporal intelligence, which is impor- It seems now more than ever the healing power of music, over body and spirit, is being of time. tant in proportional mathematical rea- Certainly, the mining law has withstood soning, and new research suggests that put to the test . . . Science is just now be- music study and language acquisition, in- ginning to understand how. countless reform efforts over its 130–year his- cluding reading readiness and early literacy tory. Its privileges—and it is a privilege to be skills, seem to go together. f deemed the highest and best use of public do- [From USA Today, Oct. 28, 2001] main lands—have been protected by some HEALING POWERS IN RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL powerful forces. These are the folks who benefit from the production of valuable hardrock RESEARCHING THE LINKS BETWEEN MELODY AND POLICE WEEK THE MIND minerals such as gold, silver and copper from federal public domain lands without paying a (By Tim Wendel) HON. E. CLAY SHAW, JR. royalty to the American public. They are those New studies indicate that listening to and who benefit from the hodgepodge of State playing music actually can alter how our OF FLORIDA brains, and thus our bodies, function. Sci- regulation governing the reclamation of these IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES entists use the sound of music to do every- federal lands and the lack of suitable environ- thing from battling cancer and mining the Thursday, May 16, 2002 mental safeguards to protect the American memories of Alzheimer’s patients to reliev- public and the lands which we all own. ing severe pain and boosting kid’s test Mr. SHAW. Mr. Speaker, I rise in recogni- Yet there are others, others who will view scores. Doctors believe music therapy in hos- tion of National Police Week. This year, we the introduction of our reform legislation as a pitals and nursing homes not only makes honor our law enforcement officers during the ray of hope. They are those who are con- people feel better, but also makes them heal week of May 13th. Police officers from all over cerned that in the dawn of the 21st Century faster . . . Across the nation, a growing number of nursing homes has hired music thera- the nation have assembled in Washington to the United States still actually allows multi- pists to help geriatric patients maintain honor their fallen brethren with this year’s Na- national conglomerates to mine valuable min- motor coordination and socialization skills. tional Peace Officers’ Memorial Service. erals from our federal lands for free. They are Among the beneficiaries: Some stroke and This year, Mr. Speaker, National Police those, countless citizens, who live in the vicin- Parkinson’s patients have recovered more Week comes with a greater sense of pride ity of these operations who must contend with rapidly with musical accompaniment during a legacy of maimed landscapes and polluted physical therapy. and reflection. Following the tragic events on September 11th, our nation’s law enforcement streams. ‘‘We’re only beginning to understand the The bill we are introducing today is similar value of music,’’ says Deforia Lane, a music officers were thrust onto the front lines as therapist at Cleveland’s University Hospital. America quickly focused on our national secu- to the measure which passed the House of ‘‘We are tapping into the fundamental ways rity. Our nation was quickly reminded of these Representatives by a three-to-one margin dur- our brain interprets [it] and drinks it in dedicated men and women committed to pre- ing the 103rd Congress. . . .’’ serving and protecting public safety during Unfortunately, a House-Senate Conference MUSIC THERAPY HELPS MEDICAL PATIENTS, those perilous times. Committee in 1994 failed to arrive at a final BRAIN TRAUMA, ALZHEIMER’S DISEASE product before adjournment. It is also a privilege to recognize a group of Today, even under a Republican majority I Doctors are just starting to apply the new police officers from my hometown of Fort Lau- revelations about music’s impact on the remain convinced that if allowed to proceed to brain to treating patients. [Michael] Thaut derdale. I’m delighted to welcome the Fra- the House floor, this bill or something similar composes and plays original compositions ternal Order of Police, Fort Lauderdale Lodge to it would pass the full House of Representa- with a specific beat to help victims of #31 to Washington. Led by Detective Tom tives. stroke, cerebral palsy and Parkinson’s dis- Mangifesta, these first-class men and women In fact, reform proponents have prevailed on ease recover body functions. He and his col- serve the residents of Fort Lauderdale and every single occasion that an amendment leagues observe patients in physical therapy, Broward County with diligence and honor. then compose music tailored to their move- dealing with the Mining Law of 1872 has been ments. Speed, symmetry and music activity May we never take for granted the responsi- offered on the House Floor in recent years, improve faster than when the sounds are bility local law enforcement has accepted, usually within the context of the annual Interior synchorized to individuals’ gait patterns. In guarding our safety and security as we go Appropriations measure. For instance, the a recent study, Thaut’s team detailed how about our daily lives. House has approved amendments to limit the

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.012 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E833 issuance of patents, to limit the number of Authorizes user fees to reimburse the House to read and carefully consider his valu- acreage available for waste disposal under United States for expenses incurred in ad- able words.> millsite claims, as well as to uphold Clinton- ministering this Act. Prescribes procedural guidelines for public ‘‘LETTER FROM THE BALCONY’’ era environmental requirements referred to as participation requirements. by Gabriel Erem the ‘3809 regulations.’ Sets forth Inspection and Enforcement re- Indeed, perhaps the times are changing. In- I can’t sleep tonight. It is a rainy, gloomy quirements. night in Basel, Switzerland. I have just seen terior Secretary Norton, while rescinding most Authorizes citizen suits to enforce compli- heart-breaking news photos of the funeral of of the reforms contained in those ‘3809 regu- ance. the 18-year-old niece of Israel’s soft-spoken lations’ has endorsed certain reform principles f United Nations Ambassador Yehuda Lancry, such as the concept of a production royalty victim of the recent suicide bombing in and revisions to the patent system. And even GABRIEL EREM’S ‘‘LETTER FROM Haifa. She was a pretty girl. She was in the the youthful president of the National Mining THE BALCONY’’ ON THE CRISIS wrong place at the wrong time. Now she is Association, Jack Gerard, has been discussing FACING JEWS IN EUROPE AND one of 466 victims of Arab terror murdered in reform options as well. THE MIDDLE EAST cold blood since former Prime Minister Barak offered Arafat a deal for a Palestinian The fact of the matter is that the issue of in- State. The response from Arafat and his ilk suring a fair return to the public in exchange HON. TOM LANTOS has also been 3,827 innocent Israelis maimed for the disposition of public resources, and the OF CALIFORNIA for life while they were in cafes, super- issue of properly managing our public domain IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES markets, pizzerias and buses. I step out to take a deep breath. I am lands, is neither Republican or Democrat. It is Thursday, May 16, 2002 simply one that makes sense if we are to be standing on the balcony of the 976-year old good stewards of the public domain and meet Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I recently re- Drei Konige Hotel, on the exact same spot our responsibilities to the American people. ceived an insightful essay entitled ‘‘Letter where Theodor Herzl once stood back in 1896. At the time, as a journalist, he was covering This means that the Mining Law of 1872 From the Balcony’’ from my dear friend Ga- briel Erem, the editor and publisher of Life- the infamous Dreyfus trial and was so re- must be reformed. volted by the rabid anti-Semitism of 19th styles magazine and a prominent journalist. In MINERAL EXPLORATION AND century Europe that he wrote Der DEVELOPMENT ACT OF 2002 this document, Mr. Erem discusses the current Judenstaat (The Jewish State), the book situation facing Jews in Israel and in Europe SUMMARY OF PROVISIONS that became the blueprint for the creation of and their treatment by their Arab neighbors in the modern State of Israel. Who would have MAINTAINS existing claim location system. the Middle East and their treatment by their thought that in 2002 Jews living in the GIVES holders of hardrock mining claims former Soviet Union and Poland and Ger- exclusive right of possession and use of the fellow citizens in western Europe. many are safer than those living in Jeru- claimed land for mineral activities if claim The American people have watched in hor- salem, Tel Aviv and Haifa? held in compliance with the Act. ror and dismay as the people of Israel have I am looking at the murky waters of the MAKES PERMANENT the $25.00 location and suffered terrorist attack after terrorist attack. Rhine, thinking of how little the world has $100 annual claim maintenance fees with an We have voiced our outrage at the increasing changed. Behind me in my hotel room a inflation adjustor. All monies received from number and violence of the racist atrocities strange Arabic language music video is such fees would be dedicated to clean up of that have been perpetrated against Jews by blaring on my TV set. I return to the room old, abandoned hardrock mines in the West. to watch how Egypt’s Nile TV (one of at PROHIBITS the issuance of patents for min- our allies in western Europe. As Americans, ing and mill site mining claims except for we have a responsibility to support those who least eight Arabic language channels offered those with grandfather rights. uphold the institutions and the principles of de- via satellite in Switzerland) is repeatedly Reserves an 8 percent of the net smelter re- mocracy—and, as we have repeatedly empha- running a strange video clip backed by a turn royalty on the production of hardrock sized, Israel is the only democracy in the Mid- hundred-piece orchestra, with a singer in a minerals from any mining claim under this wailing voice extolling the struggle of Pales- dle East. There is a commonality of values tinian ‘‘freedom fighters.’’ In a masterfully Act; all moneys dedicated to the clean-up of that binds us inextricably with the people of abandoned hardrock mines in the West. edited video montage, Israeli soldiers are fir- Requires mineral activities on Federal Israel. As Americans, we have a firm commit- ing at innocent Palestinian children as if lands to be conducted in a manner that mini- ment to tolerance and understanding, and for they were target practicing. A Palestinian mizes adverse impacts to the environment. us the brutal intolerance we have seen from child is hit by a hail of bullets and in grainy, Prescribes surface management guidelines our European allies toward their own citizens documentary-like slow motion falls to the for the granting of permits. Requires appli- is truly sickening. ground to the wailing sounds of the orches- cations for such permits to contain both an Mr. Speaker, the tone of Mr. Erem’s essay tra in the background. operations plan and a reclamation plan, and The lead singer weeps and a new ‘‘martyr’’ is sorrow, not anger. He brings to this discus- is born. evidence of financial assurances. sion a personal feeling that I understand at the Mandates reclamation of lands subject to I flip the channel. There is an Arabic lan- mineral activities to a condition capable of most fundamental level. Gabriel Erem lost 186 guage documentary, showing a Palestinian supporting their prior uses, or to other bene- relatives in the notorious Nazi extermination suicide-kindergarten, where the curriculum ficial uses. camp at Auschwitz. He has suffered first-hand focuses mainly on marching to patriotic war Establishes national reclamation stand- the horrendous consequences of intolerance songs and preparing children for ‘‘mar- ards for hardrock mining. and hate. tyrdom operations’’ against the Jewish Allows State standards for reclamation, Sadly, our world has not seen the end of enemy. The classroom walls are wallpapered bonding, inspection, and water or air quality with posters of young Palestinian youngsters such intolerance and violence. As we continue who blew themselves up as human bombs. In which either meet or exceed Federal stand- the struggle against the forces of chaos, preju- ards to be used in place of national stand- one shot there is a placard next to the black- ards. dice and terrorism thrust upon us by the tragic board, depicting a swastika and the Star of Allows cooperative agreements for surface events of September 11th, we have seen the David dripping in blood side by side. management responsibilities between the blind and vicious hatred against Israel in- On the next channel, the master media ma- States and the Interior Department but pro- crease. We have seen anti-Semitism in Eu- nipulator Saeb Erakat is shouting at the hibits outright delegation. rope erupt. We have watched in amazement camera, with a wall-size poster of Jerusalem Requires land use plans to identify areas as the governments of our European allies behind him, declaring Yasser Arafat the ‘‘democratically elected leader of his peo- unsuitable for hardrock mining. have supported the perpetrators, not the vic- Authorizes government to deny or condi- ple.’’ And the world believes him! tion permit approvals as needed to protect tims, as blood and horror are unleashed The kaffiyeh-clad commentator on the Ku- special resources. against our democratic ally, Israel. We have waiti channel is shedding crocodile tears for Requires withdrawal of areas unsuitable watched as these same European govern- their suffering Palestinian brothers, conven- for hardrock mining from future mineral ex- ments have stood silent while their own Jew- iently forgetting the fact that his country ploration and development. ish citizens have been targeted and abused promptly cleansed itself of nearly all of its Declares persons in violation of the Act in- and as Jewish institutions and businesses are Palestinians in the wake of the Gulf War in eligible for future permits. attacked by mobs. which Yasser Arafat characteristically took Establishes the Abandoned Locatable Min- the side of Saddam Hussein. erals Mine Reclamation Fund to be adminis- Mr. Speaker, Gabriel Erem’s essay, ‘‘Letter The next news item is more cheerful how- tered by the Secretary of the Interior for the From the Balcony’’ is of great significance, ever; it speaks of the upcoming opening of reclamation and restoration of land and and I would like to share it with my colleagues Villa Moda, a super-luxury shopping mall, water resources adversely affected by past in the House. I ask that it be placed in THE one of the most opulent in the Middle East, hardrock mineral activities on public lands. RECORD. I urge all of my colleagues in the owned by the Majed al Sabah, the nephew of

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Kuwaitis and their Saudi brothers should not Arafat in Ramallah. Along with many, f allow the American ‘‘infidels’’ to use Arab Arafat regards Zionism as a way of making soil to attack their Iraqi brethren. It would Palestinians pay for the Holocaust. Just a COMMENDING THE PUERTO RICAN upset the peace of their own fiefdoms. CNN’s decade after he established al Fatah, the CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF commentator laments Iraqi children dying of predecessor of the PLO, the ‘‘leader of the SOUTH FLORIDA hunger due to food shortages. On the next Palestinian people’’ consistently stated the Arabic channel Saddam Hussein’s recently purpose of his life: ‘‘The end of Israel is the increased premium payments to suicide goal of our struggle, and it allows for neither HON. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART bombers’ families and his announcement to compromise nor mediation.’’ As he explained OF FLORIDA give $25,000 to each homeless Palestinian are to Italian journalist Oriana Fallaci in 1972: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES praised with admiration. ‘‘We don’t want peace. We want war, victory. Thursday, May 16, 2002 I can’t fall asleep, so I keep changing the Peace for us means the destruction of Israel channels. The European television stations and nothing else.’’ Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, I rise today are showing news footage of French syna- It is dawn in Basel. A young couple are to commend the Puerto Rican Chamber of gogues being burned at the hands of unseen walking their dog by the Rhine. The pretty Commerce of South Florida, which celebrates perpetrators and the unbelievable news that blond lady holding the leash is in about her the French convict Jean Marie Le Pen, who its 10th Anniversary on June 8, 2002 with a eighth month of pregnancy. I look at her salute to Federal Service Employees of Puerto called the gas chambers of Auschwitz a ‘‘de- from my hotel window and suddenly I am tail of history,’’ came in second in the first filled with envy. That child who is about to Rican heritage at a Gala Dinner Dance in round of the French presidential election. be born into the world of this tiny nation Miami, Florida. ‘‘Austrians remember the times when the will never see war. After all, there has been The keynote speaker for the event is highly mass media of Paris fell all over themselves no war in this part of the world for centuries. decorated naval aviator, Vice-Admiral Diego E. calling Austria a hopeless Nazi-land,’’ re- There is no September 11th lurking in the fu- Hernandez, (Retired) U. S. Navy. marks the Austrian journalist Ernst Trost in ture and their baby carriage will not likely An Honor Roll listing will recognize the high- a rapid-fire commentary aimed at the be blown up by anyone. French. est-ranking Puerto Ricans in each of the Fed- I think of the hundreds of Jews who were eral agencies in South Florida, and addition- There is an item on German TV about a murdered and the thousands maimed by young Hasidic man beaten savagely by ‘‘per- Arab terror since the peace deal that they ally will pay tribute to the four Puerto Rican sons unknown.’’ British commentators on demanded was offered to them. I think of the Medal of Honor recipients. the BBC are giving lessons in morality to Six Million who died in the Holocaust. The Three valuable and distinguished South Israeli Jews who ‘‘militarily conquered other world never learns. Florida U.S. Government officials, Gilbert peoples’ land.’’ I wonder, ‘‘What a blatant Colon, Deputy Director, SBA, Federico double standard! What was Great Britain f doing two decades ago sending its fleet half Costales, District Director, Florida, EEOC and a world away to fight a war in defense of its RECOGNIZING CLAYTON M. Hector M. Pesquera, Special Agent in Charge, claims of conquest on the Falklands?’’ MEALER ON HIS APPOINTMENT FBI, will serve as Honorary Co-chairs of the I turn off the TV set and try to make sense TO THE U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY event. of it all. How little has changed in more than Event Sponsor Vista Magazine and other a century, since the days of Herzl and Drey- HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR corporations sponsor this Celebration, includ- fus. Firebombs hurled at Jewish schools and ing: American Airlines and Unibank among synagogues in France. A school bus carrying OF OHIO Jewish students in Paris bombarded with IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES others, the net proceeds of the event will benefit the Raul Julia Scholarship Fund for exem- stones. Protestors at a Rome demonstration Thursday, May 16, 2002 dressed as suicide bombers. Orthodox Jews plary Puerto Rican Youth in need of financial assaulted on the streets of north London. In Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great assistance to realize their dreams of a college France police reported nearly 360 crimes pride that I rise today to recognize my con- education. against Jews and Jewish institutions in the stituent, Clayton M. Mealer of Defiance, Ohio, The Puerto Rican Chamber of Commerce of first two weeks of April alone. A kosher who recently accepted his appointment to the South Florida has been an important factor in butcher’s shop was shot at. Teenagers on an U.S. Military Academy at West Point. the development of Puerto Rican entre- amateur Jewish soccer team were assaulted preneurs in South Florida as well as a catalyst with sticks and metal bars. Attackers broke Clayton will soon graduate from Defiance into the Finsbury Park District Synagogue Senior High School. During his high school ca- for increased trade between Florida and the in north London, smashing windows, paint- reer, he has maintained a high grade point av- Commonwealth of Puerto Rico. ing a swastika on a lectern and throwing erage, and is a member of the National Honor The Chamber has a partnership agreement holy books, skullcaps and prayer shawls on Society. He is an accomplished athlete, earn- with the U.S. Small Business Administration the floor. A British flag was left on the altar, ing a varsity letter in football. And, he has (SBA) for the dissemination of valuable busi- prompting speculation that right-wing na- clearly demonstrated his civic awareness, gen- ness information to new and existing busi- tionalists were responsible. erously volunteering his time as a tutor, and in nesses, including education on how to access German Jews appeal to authorities to stop a spiral of violence against Jewish targets. support of Habitat for Humanity and Clean the capital markets for small business loans guar- An assailant threw a Molotov cocktail at a City Parks. anteed by the SBA programs. synagogue, a homemade bomb exploded at a Clayton Mealer can be very proud of his Concurrently, the Chamber has achieved Jewish cemetery and two Jewish women many accomplishments. He is a credit to his working relations with the Miami-Dade County were assaulted at a Berlin subway station. A family, his school, and his community. By ac- departments of Procurement, Economic and Berlin police official suggests that Jews cepting his appointment, Clayton is accepting Business Development, and is a promoter of should stop wearing religious symbols to a unique challenge. Mayor Alex Pinelas’s ‘‘Business Express Ac- avoid attacks. Vandals throw red paint at a Holocaust The Academy is the pinnacle of leadership tion Team.’’ By their deeds, the Puerto Rican memorial in the northern Greek city of development for the United States Army. As a Chamber of South Florida has demonstrated Thessaloniki, in the second attack on Jewish member of the U.S. Corps of Cadets, he will their commitment to deliver outstanding serv- monuments in Greece. In Canada, the land of face a most demanding academic curriculum ices in developing minority businesses in co- tolerance, synagogues are burning, Jews are and physical regimen. He will live, study and operation with corporate America and the units being beaten. The German and British gov- prepare in an environment where strong lead- of government dedicated to improving and fa- ernments are imposing a quiet boycott of ership thrives, individual achievement is ex- cilitating business prosperity. Israel. The Swiss are talking of putting puni- pected, and personal integrity is demanded. The Founding Board of Directors under the tive tariffs on Israeli goods in public. Arafat and Kofi Annan are speaking of moral Mr. Speaker, General John W. Vessey, Jr. leadership and vision of Melvin ‘‘Skip’’ equivalency. And while 21 Arab states sit on once wrote, ‘‘The Nation’s ability to remain Chaves, the First Chairman, and all subse- their hands and their petrol billions instead free and at peace depends in no small meas- quent Board members, along with their first of trying to better the conditions of their ure on whether we will continue to inspire our and current President Luis De Rosa, are to be Palestinian brethren, the newly freed Yasser youth to serve.’’ commended for their dedication to make this

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K16MY8.001 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E835 Chamber responsive to the needs of their RECOGNIZING CORY J. MCCOLLOW train NAACP members to identify and respond members and community. ON HIS APPOINTMENT TO THE to racism. She plans to revitalize the NAACP I urge all our colleagues to join me in paying U.S. COAST GUARD ACADEMY state conference, to return it to the large, vi- tribute to the Puerto Rican Chamber of Com- brant annual gathering it once was, and to merce of South Florida and its leadership. HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR hold forums for law enforcement officials and f OF OHIO young African-Americans. Also, she will address the racially biased downsizing that some IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES PERSONAL EXPLANATION companies have engaged in by firing people Thursday, May 16, 2002 of color and then offering their jobs to non-col- HON. FRANK MASCARA Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great ored employees. OF PENNSYLVANIA pride that I rise today to recognize my con- Freddye Davis’s devotion to fighting for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stituent, Cory J. McCollow of Venedocia, Ohio, equal rights started when she was a young girl Thursday, May 16, 2002 who recently accepted his appointment to the in Birmingham, Alabama. She took part in civil U.S. Coast Guard Academy in New London, rights marches led by Dr. Martin Luther King, Mr. MASCARA. Mr. Speaker, on May 14, Jr., gaining experience in organizing non- 2002, I was absent for personal reasons and Connecticut. Cory will soon graduate from Spencerville violent demonstrations that has proven valu- missed rollcall votes numbered 159, 160 and able during her career. Several years ago, 161. For the record, had I been present I High School. During his high school career, he has maintained a high grade point average, when the Ku Klux Klan was planning to meet would have voted aye on all three of these at the Hayward Main Library, Freddye helped votes. and is a member of the National Honor Soci- ety. He is an accomplished athlete, earning stop the meeting, and she dispersed an angry f varsity letters in football, basketball and track. group of African Americans preparing to pro- TRIBUTE TO CARLOS NAVA And, he has clearly demonstrated his leader- test. ship ability, serving as captain of the basket- I join the colleagues of Freddye Davis in HON. HOWARD L. BERMAN ball team. congratulating her on her new position. Her Cory McCollow can be very proud of his persistence and determination have enabled OF CALIFORNIA countless Hayward residents to enjoy a better IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES many accomplishments. He is a credit to his family, his school, and his community. By ac- quality of life. Now, the entire state of Cali- Thursday, May 16, 2002 cepting his appointment, Cory is accepting a fornia will benefit from Freddye Davis’s dedi- Mr. BERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to unique challenge. cation to fighting for civil rights. recognize an outstanding educator, Carlos The Academy is the pinnacle of leadership f Nava. On Friday, May 17, 2002, Los Angeles development for the United States Coast IN SUPPORT OF CHET ‘‘THE JET’’ Mission College will honor Carlos for his 33 Guard. As a USCG Academy Cadet, he will WALKER’S NOMINATION TO THE years of service with the Los Angeles Commu- face a most demanding academic curriculum NBA HALL OF FAME nity College District; 27 of those with Los An- and physical regimen. He will live, study and geles Mission College in Sylmar, California. prepare in an environment where strong lead- HON. DAVID E. BONIOR Carlos was one of the founding administra- ership thrives, individual achievement is ex- tors who helped open Los Angeles Mission OF MICHIGAN pected, and personal integrity is demanded. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES College in storefronts in the City of San Fer- Mr. Speaker, General John W. Vessey, Jr. nando in 1975. He has been with the college once wrote, ‘‘The Nation’s ability to remain Thursday, May 16, 2002 ever since. Initially, Carlos held the position of free and at peace depends in no small meas- Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Associate Dean of Academic Affairs. He was ure on whether we will continue to inspire our lend my voice to the many who are supporting later appointed as the Acting Chief Instruc- youth to serve.’’ Chet Walker’s nomination to the National Bas- tional Officer in 1985. He then gained a quick I am confident that Cory McCollow has the ketball Association (NBA) Hall of Fame. promotion a year and a half later and became character and ability to excel at the U.S. Coast Chet ‘‘The Jet’’ Walker is from Benton Har- the Chief Student Services Officer—a position Guard Academy. I ask my colleagues to join bor, Michigan. Now for those of you who don’t which he still holds today. As a member of the me in wishing him well as he begins his very know about Chet Walker, you need to know a senior staff, Carlos is responsible for all stu- important service to our nation. little bit about Benton Harbor first. It is one of dent support programs including those of Ad- f the untapped gems of our state, resting along missions and Records, Financial Aid, EOP&S, the shores of Lake Michigan. It is a community the Child Development Center and Student HONORING FREDDYE DAVIS ON filled with spirit, grit and determination and Government. Carlos is also in charge of re- HER APPOINTMENT AS CHAIR- that’s exactly how Chet Walker played the cruitment and marketing, an area where he PERSON OF RACIAL/HATE INJUS- game. has proven very effective as enrollment has TICE DISCRIMINATION FOR THE Chet Walker left Bradley University as the grown steadily over the last five years. CALIFORNIA NAACP school’s all-time leading scorer and re-bound- A charismatic leader, Carlos has success- er. He led Bradley to the NIT title in 1960. fully organized and implemented many HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK After his college days were done, he began a projects, always working inclusively with fac- OF CALIFORNIA 13-year professional career with the Syracuse ulty, students, community, and various organi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Nationals, Philadelphia 76ers and Chicago zations to achieve success. He pioneered cur- Bulls. During his NBA career, Walker aver- riculum for Chicano Studies and has imple- Thursday, May 16, 2002 aged 18.2 points per game and 7.1 rebounds mented several community service programs. Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to per game. He was a member of the NBA’s All- His familiarity with the diverse populations that recognize Freddye Davis on her appointment Rookie team in 1963 and was a seven-time the college serves has been extremely valu- as chairperson of the racial/hate injustice dis- NBA All-Star. He was a key member of the able to its growth and success. crimination division of the California chapter of 1967 Philadelphia 76ers who only lost 13 Carlos’s integrity, enthusiasm and strong the National Association for the Advancement games—considered by many to be the great- consensus building abilities have made him a of Colored People. est NBA team ever. role model to many and an inspiration to many Freddye Davis also serves as president of When he retired in 1975, Chet Walker was more. Over the years I have attended and en- the Hayward chapter of the NAACP. She only the eighth player in NBA history to play joyed many programs at Mission College and counts the creation of a Dr. Martin Luther in more than 1,000 games. One of the most have witnessed firsthand Carlos’s genuine King, Jr. Street in Hayward as one of her remarkable highlights of his career was that concern for students, the campus and the sur- greatest accomplishments in this position. Her he only missed 21 games in 13 NBA seasons. rounding community. He has earned the re- reputation as a tenacious leader, and her sen- He was there, night after night, for his team- spect of his students, his colleagues, and the sitivity in responding to police brutality and mates, his coaches and the fans. I think many community and its leaders. hate crimes in Hayward make her the ideal of us who have competed in athletics, politics Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct pleasure to ask person for her new position. or in business, understand that having some- my colleagues to join me in saluting Carlos As chairperson, Freddye Davis will handle one you can count on day after day as part of Nava for his extraordinary service with the Los complaints of racial discrimination from all your team is one of the most valuable con- Angeles Community College District. over California. One of her primary goals is to tributions a person can make to a group effort.

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.019 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 E836 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 17, 2002 Chet Walker is that kind of person. He is a RECOGNIZING DEAN J. ROSIAR, II Mr. Sinco joined the Scouts in 1931. Today contributor, a leader and a team-player. ON HIS APPOINTMENT TO THE he is registered with Troop 418, which meets Chet Walker is also a man of character and U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY at the American Legion in Nanticoke. integrity. In his current career as an inde- In 1932, he organized and supervised Boy pendent film producer, he is working on a doc- HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR Scouts in Nanticoke for the Russian relief drive and participated as a member of the umentary for Katherine Drexel. She was a nun OF OHIO steering committee in the development of an who taught freed slaves as they worked to- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ward independence. He won an Emmy for a athletic meet for Nanticoke Boy Scouts, which Thursday, May 16, 2002 movie he produced about Isiah Thomas’ moth- was held at Kirby Park that May. He has also er called ‘‘A Mother’s Courage.’’ These are Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great supervised athletic meets at the park. films that capture real world feelings about pride that I rise today to recognize my con- He organized and participated in rescue ac- challenging issues. They are, indeed, films stituent, Dean J. Rosiar, II of Marblehead, tivities carried out by Boy Scouts in floods that that make you think. It wouldn’t surprise me if Ohio, who recently accepted his appointment took place in the Nanticoke and West Nan- one day ‘‘Hall of Famer’’ Chet Walker wins an to the U.S. Military Academy at West Point. ticoke areas, taught Red Cross first aid class- Oscar. He has set that as his next personal Dean will soon graduate from Danbury High es to Scouts in his area and supervised an ec- goal, and knowing the way he takes on a chal- School. During his high school career, he has ological project in the Nanticoke, Glen Lyon lenge, I believe he will meet that goal. maintained a high grade point average, and is and Sheatown areas in which trees were But we should never forget just how skilled a member of the National Honor Society. He planted in high runoff areas. In addition, he initiated a program of after- Chet Walker was at the game he loved. He is an accomplished athlete, earning varsity let- school activities for Boy Scouts, implemented was a great basketball player. On one hand, ters in football, basketball, and track and field. the first marble tournament for Scouts in the he could lead a team, like Bradley, to a title. And, he has clearly demonstrated his leader- Nanticoke area and organized a drum and On the other hand, he could play a key role ship ability, serving as Sophomore Class bugle corps which was instructed in drill and in scoring nearly 15 points a game on a team, President, delegate to Buckeye Boys State formations at Falcon’s Hall, Nanticoke. He or- the Philadelphia 76ers, with Wilt Chamberlain, and as a captain of the football team. ganized a Boy Scouting program for news- Hal Greer, Lucious Jackson and Billy Dean Rosiar can be very proud of his many paper scribes in 1936 and organized three Cunningham which not only won the title, but accomplishments. He is a credit to his family, his school, and his community. By accepting troops in the council in 1976. was one of the best NBA teams of all time. Mr. Sinco also served as chairman of a Chet Walker could rise to the occasion when his appointment, Dean is accepting a unique challenge. Scouting effort to provide gifts to children who he had to, but he always knew that to be a were in hospitals on Christmas Day and took winner the team had to come first. A lesson The Academy is the pinnacle of leadership development for the United States Army. As a the gifts to the children. He also worked with for all of us to remember. the local American Legion on a program of For his skills and for his character, Chet member of the U.S. Corps of Cadets, he will face a most demanding academic curriculum placing flags on servicemen’s graves and also Walker has earned his place in the NBA Hall organized the placing of flags on the graves of of Fame, and I sincerely hope the Honors and physical regimen. He will live, study and prepare in an environment where strong lead- Scouts. Committee selects him as part of the 2002 Last but certainly not least, he has worked Hall of Fame class. ership thrives, individual achievement is ex- pected, and personal integrity is demanded. with his son, Michael E. Sinco Jr., a psychologist, to develop a Scouting program for chil- f Mr. Speaker, General John W. Vessey, Jr. once wrote, ‘‘The Nation’s ability to remain dren with mental retardation or physical dis- TRIBUTE TO ELSBETH WILLIAMS free and at peace depends in no small meas- abilities. Mr. Speaker, as you can see, Michael E. ure on whether we will continue to inspire our Sinco Sr. is a tremendous example of how youth to serve.’’ HON. BOB SCHAFFER one person truly can make a difference in the I am confident that Dean Rosiar has the OF COLORADO lives of numerous other people. I congratulate character and ability to excel at the U.S. Mili- him on receiving this well-deserved honor from IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tary Academy at West Point. I ask my col- the Northeastern Pennsylvania Council of the Thursday, May 16, 2002 leagues to join me in wishing him well as he Boy Scouts of America, and I send him and begins his very important service to our Na- Mr. SCHAFFER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- his family my best wishes. tion. ognize Miss Elsbeth Williams of Fort Collins, f Colorado. Elsbeth has been selected to be a f IN RECOGNITION OF REVEREND member of the prestigious performance orga- MICHAEL SINCO HONORED nization, The Sound of America Honor Band HOMER DEWITT WILLIAMS and Chorus. For this, Mr. Speaker, the United HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI States Congress commends Elsbeth and wish- HON. KEN BENTSEN OF PENNSYLVANIA es her the best of luck. OF TEXAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Throughout Elsbeth’s high school career IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES she has been a member of the wind ensem- Thursday, May 16, 2002 Thursday, May 16, 2002 ble, symphony orchestra, marching band, and Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Mr. BENTSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor choir programs. In addition, Elsbeth is also a to call the attention of the House of Rep- Reverend Homer D. Williams, on the occasion member of the Colorado State Honor Band, resentatives to the lifetime of community serv- of his retirement from his pastoral duties at Larimer County Youth Festival Orchestra, and ice provided by my good friend and neighbor, Blueridge United Methodist Church located in the Colorado All-State Band. Elsbeth has Michael E. Sinco Sr. of Nanticoke, Pennsyl- Houston, Texas. In recognition of his hard demonstrated a commitment to musical vania. This Tuesday, I will cast my vote in the work and dedication to Blueridge United Meth- achievement, leadership and service to her Pennsylvania primary at the Pope John Paul II odist Church, the congregation is hosting a school. As a result of her hard work and dedi- Elementary School gymnasium in Nanticoke, Roast n’ Toast at the Jesse H. Jones Con- cation, Elsbeth was chosen to become part of and I know I will see Mr. Sinco steadfastly ference Center on May 24, 2002. The Sound of America Honor Band and Cho- performing his duty at the poll, as he has for A native Houstonian, Reverend Williams rus. so many years. At the age of 90, Mr. Sinco graduated from Jack Yates Senior High This summer, Elsbeth will join the esteemed continues to be one of the most active mem- School before receiving his B.A. in Sociology performance organization for its 2002 Euro- bers of the community in Nanticoke, and I from Texas Southern University, where he pean Concert Tour of six European Countries. know I can always count on him for unvar- graduated Cum-Laude. While attending Texas As a citizen of Colorado’s Fourth Congres- nished and insightful information about the Southern University, Reverend Williams re- sional District, Elsbeth Williams is truly a posi- community. ceived several accolades and honors includ- tive role model for the youth of America. She Last fall at its annual recognition dinner, the ing, Who’s Who of American Colleges and not only makes her community proud, but also Northeastern Pennsylvania Council of the Boy Universities and remained a permanent fixture her state and country. I ask the House to join Scouts of America presented Mr. Sinco with a on the Dean’s List. Reverend Williams also re- me in extending our warmest congratulations certificate of appreciation for his lengthy serv- ceived a Masters of Divinity degree from Per- to Miss Elsbeth Williams. ice to Scouting. kins School of Theology at Southern Methodist

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.024 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E837 University, an advanced five-year Conference These immigrants are fleeing the violence in Act of 2002. This legislation will grant air traffic Course of Study. He served the nation for four Colombia in ever-increasing numbers and the controllers, and more specifically air traffic years of in the United States Navy and was migration will not stop until the terrorists are controller supervisors, the same treatment that honorably discharged in 1963. defeated in Colombia. These immigrants are federal firefighters and law enforcement offi- Reverend Williams has established a legacy firsthand witnesses to terrorism, cers (LEOs) receive under the Civil Service by designing and implementing programs to narcotrafficking, kidnapping and random vio- Retirement System (CSRS) and the Federal enhance the education and spiritual needs of lence by the Colombian terrorists, which seek Employment Retirement System (FERS). the youth in the Houston community. He be- to overthrow, with assistance from the Cuban Both the CSRS and the FERS provide early lieves that simple instruction and guidance dictatorship, the elected government of Colom- retirement benefits and require mandatory from the church can make a huge difference bia. separation for safety-related occupations, in- in the lives of young people, leading him to Mr. Speaker, we should listen to what the cluding federal firefighters, LEOs and air traffic serve on the Board of Directors of One Colombian American community, and their controllers. Under both CSRS and FERS, fire- Church-One Child; Advisory Committee of leaders, can tell us. I welcome Mr. Duarte to fighters/LEOs and controllers are eligible for Sunnyside Multi-Purpose Center and Health Washington, DC and look forward to working retirement after 25 years of service or after Center; and the Prison Ministry-Innnerchange with him on issues of mutual concern. becoming 50 years old and completing 20 Freedom Initiative program, Jester II Unit, f years of service. Additionally, the annuities for Sugarland Texas. Additionally, he has served firefighters, LEOs and controllers are higher TRIBUTE TO MIRIAM (PAT) than ordinary federal employees under CSRS on numerous boards and conferences, includ- ESTELLE LAPPLE ing the Board of Directors of the Wesley Foun- and FERS. dation of Texas Southern University and the However, the current definition of an air traf- University of Houston; Conference Board of HON. ROB PORTMAN fic controller in both CSRS and FERS is lim- Stewardship; and the Finance Committee of OF OHIO ited to people who are actively engaged in di- Black Methodist for Church Renewal. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES recting air traffic or their immediate super- In all that he has done, Reverend Williams Thursday, May 16, 2002 visors. As a result, air traffic controllers who has remained very active in the United Meth- Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to are promoted to staff specialists or second odist Church (UMC) at the state level, having pay tribute to Miriam (Pat) Estelle Lapple, a level managers before they are eligible to reserved in State Conferences for the past 27 dear friend, constituent, community leader and tire lose all benefits currently guaranteed con- years under six appointments. His prior ap- public servant who will be celebrating her 70th trollers under CSRS and FERS. Yet, fire- pointments include, Adkins Memorial UMC; birthday on June 9. fighters and LEOs that are promoted to man- East Hempstead Circuit, Harper UMC; St. Pat was born in St. Bernard, Ohio on June agement positions do not need to make a Thomas UMC; Shaw Tabernacle; St. Andrews 9, 1932. She grew up during the Great De- similar sacrifice. UMC; and Blueridge UMC where he has pression in the town of Woodlawn, attended The Air Traffic Retirement Reform Act of served 12 years. In honor of his dedication to Woodlawn Elementary, and then went on to 2002 amends the CSRS and FERS to provide successfully cultivating and building spiritual Reading High School. Without a doubt, Pat a more expansive two-tier definition of air traf- foundations throughout the State of Texas, has lived an active and full life over the past fic controllers. The new definition will include Reverend Williams was ordained Deacon in 70 years. both employees covered under the current 1989 at the UMC Annual Conference and then Following high school, Pat married and definition of air traffic controllers and second Elder in 1997. started a family. She stayed home with her level supervisors. Second level supervisors Mr. Speaker, Reverend Williams has been a children for 12 years before going back to would be eligible for the same retirement ben- leader in our community and I congratulate work for the next 40 plus years. efits available to line-controllers. him on providing 28 years of service within the Pat has always been very dedicated to our The Air Traffic Retirement Reform Act of United Methodist Church and for his success- community. Among her work and activities, 2002 provides fairness and parity, between air ful spiritual guidance to many. Pat was a member of the Order of the Eastern traffic controllers and other federal safety pro- Star for over 30 years, serving as Worthy Ma- fessionals. f tron (President) in 1970 and again in 1972. f COMMENDING MR. CAMILO Pat also wrote the Reading Social News, a THE FEDERAL LAW ENFORCE- DUARTE column which appeared in the Valley Courier MENT PAY EQUITY AND REFORM for 19 years. For the past 9 years, she has ACT OF 2002 HON. LINCOLN DIAZ-BALART served as Clerk of Council for the Reading OF FLORIDA City Council. Pat also has been a member of the Reading HON. MIKE ROGERS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Republican Club since 1989. She was Presi- OF MICHIGAN Thursday, May 16, 2002 dent of the Club in 1992. In 1995, she was the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. DIAZ-BALART. Mr. Speaker, I would Reading Republican of the Year. Thursday, May 16, 2002 like to recognize and commend a constituent Other activities include her past volunteer Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I of mine, Mr. Camilo Duarte, for the work he is work at Hilltop School, where she taught dis- rise today, during National Law Enforcement doing to help Colombian Americans and Co- advantaged kindergarteners in the Early I.D. Memorial Week, to introduce the Federal Law lombian immigrants in the United States. Mr. program, and her service as a liturgist at St. Enforcement Pay Equity and Reform Act of Duarte is in Washington, DC this week, meet- John United Church of Christ. 2002. ing with Members and congressional staff, to Pat has a great sense of humor, and 5 chil- Mr. Speaker, this week in our nation’s cap- discuss the worsening crisis in Colombia, and dren, 11 grandchildren, 2 great grandchildren ital and around America, a variety of events specifically, activities by the FARC terrorist and, in her words, ‘‘two really spoiled dogs.’’ are being held to honor law enforcement offi- group in Colombia. She is a wonderful person, and her beloved cers who lost their lives in the line of duty and Mr. Speaker, my community perhaps more Reading, Ohio is fortunate to have her. All of those who continue to serve. The very real than any other in the United States, is witness us in the Cincinnati area recognize Pat’s out- dangers faced by the dedicated men and to the crisis in Colombia. There is a growing standing service and contributions to our com- women who protect us every day was brought Colombian immigrant community in the United munity. home as never before last September 11. States, numbering more than 280,000 in just f While we cannot turn back the clock and Dade, Broward, and Palm Beach Counties of AIR TRAFFIC RETIREMENT undo what was done, we can and must do ev- South Florida. Many of them have already be- REFORM ACT OF 2002 erything within our power to ensure that it come U.S. citizens. They are mothers and fa- never happens again. And it is our law en- thers, children, students, businessmen, middle forcement officers, and, in particular, our fed- class professionals, and workers all seeking a HON. JAMES L. OBERSTAR eral law enforcement agencies, that are OF MINNESOTA better life. They are hard-working immigrants charged with that paramount mission. The bill IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES which I welcome to my community just as I I am introducing today will help accomplish have welcomed others fleeing communist Thursday, May 16, 2002 this goal by enhancing and modernizing the insurgencies in Latin America, or coming to Mr. OBERSTAR. Mr. Speaker, today I rise compensation system for our nation’s federal America seeking a better life for their children. to introduce the Air Traffic Retirement Reform law enforcement officers.

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.028 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 E838 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 17, 2002 The bill will do three things, each of which Nor does it adequately compensate mid-and their particular job. This legislation goes a long is absolutely necessary to continue to attract upper-level management within the agencies. way toward accomplishing these goals, and I and retain the very best and brightest to our The so-called ‘‘pay compression’’ at these urge my colleagues to support it. federal law enforcement agencies. First, the agencies, the report found, sees many agents f bill will eliminate certain existing limits on the hit a pay ceiling mid-way through their ca- amount of overtime pay federal law enforce- reers. Thus, just at the time when these IN CELEBRATION OF ACHIEVE- ment agents can receive. Second, the bill will agents become the most experienced, sea- MENTS OF TAIWANESE AMERI- bring up-to-date outmoded increases in the soned, and valuable to the U.S., they are left CANS DURING TAIWANESE pay received by agents who work in certain with very little financial incentive to continue AMERICAN HERITAGE WEEK high-cost metropolitan areas. Third, the bill di- advancing in their careers. rects the Office of Personnel Management, Mr. Speaker, in no way am I suggesting that HON. JOHN SHIMKUS which oversees pay and benefit issues for fed- these agents do what they do solely, or even OF ILLINOIS eral employees, to study and, if warranted, im- largely, for the money. If money were all that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES plement a separate pay structure for federal motivated them, they would have chosen a dif- Thursday, May 16, 2002 law enforcement officers who are now evalu- ferent career from the outset. Far from it, most ated, promoted, and paid under the same sys- Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the federal agents I know do what they do and recognize and celebrate the achievements of tem as all other federal employees. put their lives on the line because they have The first two provisions are essentially tech- Taiwanese Americans during Taiwanese a burning desire to serve their country and to American Heritage Week, which will be held nical adjustments aimed at fairly compensating protect Americans from crime. But they must federal agents for the overtime they put in from May 11th to May 18th of this year. This also make ends meet and provide for their Heritage Week serves as a vehicle to promote (and they have put in A LOT of it since 9/11) families, and for many agents, that is becom- as well as the higher cost of living in the na- the image and welfare of Taiwanese Ameri- ing harder and harder to do. cans to society, as well as to enhance a mu- tion’s larger metropolitan areas, like New York, Mr. Speaker, at no time before have these tual understanding and consolidation among San Francisco, and here in Washington, D.C. inadequacies of the GS system for law en- different generations of Taiwanese Americans. where the price of real estate has risen so forcement officers been more pronounced During this special week, we are able to em- sharply in recent years that many federal than today. We are facing a ‘‘perfect storm’’ of agents cannot afford to purchase even a mod- brace America’s diversity and celebrate the personnel demands at these agencies: as the est home. spirit of community that binds us together as demands on these agents skyrockets, the pri- The third provision will address the long- one nation. vate sector is aggressively seeking to recruit standing need for an examination and ultimate Two weekends ago, I had the pleasure of those agents. implementation of a separate pay and pro- attending a Taiwanese American Heritage day Mr. Speaker, since 9/11, agents are working motion system for federal law enforcement. at the St. Louis Zoo. During this event, I tremendous amounts of overtime. I have met The individuals who devote their lives to front- teamed more about the outstanding contribu- and spoken with many federal law enforce- line enforcement of the laws of the United tions that Taiwanese Americans have made to ment agents and agencies, and in particular States and the protection of our national secu- our nation and to the world. I was truly im- with the FBI and its members’ association, the rity should be functioning under a personnel pressed to meet so many Taiwanese Ameri- FBI Agents Association. They have told me system tailored to the demands of their work, cans that were passionate about preserving that it is not uncommon for an average FBI which is fundamentally different than that done the value of democracy, freedom, and the rule agent, for example, to today be working 60 to by civil servants in other agencies. of law for their mother country while building 80-hour work weeks, or even more. Now long Mr. Speaker, now is the right time for Con- stronger ties with their new homeland. hours at the FBI is nothing new. As a former gress to take action in this area. Just last With all that Taiwanese Americans have ac- FBI agent myself, I can tell you that marathon week, OPM Director Kay Coles James out- complished, there can be no complete satis- sessions of investigation, surveillance, re- lined the Bush Administration’s initiatives for faction until Taiwan’s status and global con- search, and apprehension go with the territory. improving the antiquated system of pay and tributions are respected and appreciated by Agents know this, and they accept it. More im- promotion for all federal employees. OPM re- the international community. I hope that the portantly, their spouses and children must ac- ported that the antiquated General Schedule various Heritage Week celebrations around (‘‘GS’’) that sets forth pay and promotion lev- cept it as part of the job. But today, a significant number of the na- the nation will help further the positive con- els does not adequately compete with pay lev- tributions of Taiwanese Americans as they els in the private sector, nor does it encourage tion’s FBI agents have been assigned to antiterrorism-related jobs. Not only are these continue to make great strides in bringing to- individual accomplishment and innovation or gether the best of the East and West. Mr. grant individual agencies with the flexibility agents working day and night to identify and apprehend terrorists, but the other agents at Speaker, together we can make the Tai- they need to address their particular human wanese American Heritage Week a valuable capital needs. I support this effort to reform the FBI are pulling double-duty as they maintain crime-fighting efforts in the many other ju- and enduring means for celebration. and modernize our federal civil service pay f system for all federal employees, in whatever risdictional areas. At the same time, private agency they serve. sector companies are aggressively recruiting RECOGNIZING STEPHEN T. FER- However, nowhere are these criticisms of security experts as they, too, seek to address GUSON ON HIS APPOINTMENT TO the GS system more pronounced than among terrorist and other threats. Corporations across THE U.S. MILITARY ACADEMY our federal law enforcement agencies. As America are offering big salaries and big sign- Congress continues to hold hearings and re- ing bonuses to anyone who has demonstrable HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR view a wide array of reforms to the GS sys- experience in terrorism and security. Invari- OF OHIO ably, they recruit from the ranks of our na- tem, I believe we should take the interim steps IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES called for in the Federal Law Enforcement Pay tional law enforcement agents to fill that need. Thursday, May 16, 2002 Equity and Reform Act to ensure that we do If America is to win, and I mean WIN the not lose an unacceptable number of quality war against terrorism and crime, then we sim- Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is with great law enforcement officers. ply must be able to recruit and retain intel- pride that I rise today to recognize my con- A law enforcement pay system is not a new ligent, talented, and highly motivated men and stituent, Stephen T. Ferguson of Elyria, Ohio, idea. The last three administrations have sup- women. The FBI or any other agency you look who recently accepted his appointment to the ported the concept. In fact, in 1993, the OPM at is no better and no worse than the people U.S. Military Academy at West Point. released a study and report to Congress who work there. I believe that we have the Steve will soon graduate from Keystone which found that the GS system created large- very best people and the very best national High School. During his high school career, he ly for white collar civil servants simply does law enforcement agencies to be found any- has maintained a high grade point average, not fit the role, mission, or demands of modem where in the world. But if we want to maintain and is a member of the National Honor Soci- federal law enforcement agencies. It found that exceptional level of quality in the face of ety. He is an accomplished athlete, earning a that the GS system does not adequately allow new threats and new challenges to our na- varsity letter in football. And, he has clearly for promotion and advancement based on the tional security, we must pay these people demonstrated his leadership ability, serving as individual training, scope of work, danger what they’re worth and we must provide the class president and vice president, as presi- level, or personal ambition and innovation of flexibility to promote them on criteria more dent of the National Honor Society and as federal agents. than simply how long they have worked in captain of the football team.

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.032 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E839 Steve Ferguson can be very proud of his D.C. SPEAKS: TO CREDIT UNION ADVOCATE, public, but they are barred from serving the many accomplishments. He is a credit to his SERVICE RECORD SAYS IT ALL general public by law. That logic is ‘‘ludi- family, his school, and his community. By ac- (By Nicole Duran) crous,’’ he said. Mr. Becker also called for the removal of WASHINGTON.—Credit unions do a better cepting his appointment, Steve is accepting a other restrictions, such as the rule that cred- job of serving their communities than other unique challenge. it unions cannot cash checks for nonmem- types of financial institutions and could do The Academy is the pinnacle of leadership bers. If that rule were changed, consumers even more if they were not hamstrung by development for the United States Army. As a without checking accounts could have a regulatory impediments, said Fred Becker, cheaper alternative check-cashing outlets, member of the U.S. Corps of Cadets, he will the president and chief executive officer of he said. face a most demanding academic curriculum the National Association of Federal Credit A House Financial Services subcommittee and physical regimen. He will live, study and Unions. is scheduled to vote Wednesday on a regu- prepare in an environment where strong lead- ‘‘Credit Unions are better at serving every- latory relief bill that would eliminate the one than banks,’’ Mr. Becker said, referring ership thrives, individual achievement is ex- prohibition and grant other items on Mr. to an American Banker survey last July that pected, and personal integrity is demanded. Becker’s wish list. Mr. Speaker, General John W. Vessey, Jr. revealed credit unions are on a 10-year run once wrote, ‘‘The Nation’s ability to remain for drawing the loudest applause from cus- f tomers. free and at peace depends in no small meas- Critics accused credit unions and their reg- PERSONAL EXPLANATION ure on whether we will continue to inspire our ulator, the National Credit Union Adminis- youth to serve.’’ tration, of not caring enough about low- and HON. JOHN E. SWEENEY I am confident that Steve Ferguson has the moderate-income people when the agency— character and ability to excel at the U.S. Mili- with support from Mr. Becker’s organization OF NEW YORK tary Academy at West Point. I ask my col- and others—pulled the plug on a community IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES leagues to join me in wishing him well as he reinvestment rule in December before it Thursday, May 16, 2002 begins his very important service to our na- took effect. The rule, known as the Community Action Mr. SWEENEY. Mr. Speaker, on May 14, tion. Plan, would have required credit unions with 2002, I missed the rollcall vote No. 159. If I community charters, to file plans on how had been present I would have voted ‘‘yea.’’ f they intended to serve all segments of their f FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS membership. Mr. Becker said that the statistics show REGULATIONS IN APPRECIATION OF MARTY RUS- that credit unions already reach out to mi- SO’S CONTRIBUTIONS TO OUR norities and underserved individuals. COUNTRY HON. STEVE C. LaTOURETTE Credit unions approved mortgages for 84% of applicants with household incomes of OF OHIO $40,000 or less, while banks approved 62% and HON. GEORGE MILLER IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thrifts 72%, said Mr. Becker, citing 2000 OF CALIFORNIA Thursday, May 16, 2002 Home Mortgage Disclosure Act data. Also, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES credit unions lent to 70% of the minorities in Mr. LATOURETTE. Mr. Speaker, I was glad that income bracket who applied for mort- Thursday, May 16, 2002 to see that a subcommittee of the House Fi- gages, while banks granted 56% of similar Mr. GEORGE MILLER of California. Mr. nancial Services Committee marked up legis- applications and thrifts 63%, he said. Speaker, earlier this spring, the newspaper lation this week to help ease regulatory bur- There is a fundamental misunderstanding ‘‘Roll Call’’ ran a story on our former colleague dens placed on our nation’s financial institu- among critics—namely the National Commu- Marty Russo. Marty was our colleague for 18 tions—including credit unions. As a member of nity Reinvestment Coalition and the Wood- years. During that time, he was an outstanding the Financial Services Committee and one of stock Institute, Mr. Becker said. ‘‘Credit unions don’t serve the general pub- Member of Congress, with his service on the the authors of the Credit Union Membership lic,’’ he said. ‘‘You can’t just walk in and Commerce and the Ways & Means Commit- Access Act, which was signed into law on Au- join a credit union. Only recently have they tees. He played a crucial role for the Demo- gust 7, 1998, I would like to bring an article re- been able to expand their membership crats in Congress as a Deputy Whip where he cently published in the American Banker to the fields.’’ was our most effective vote counter. Marty attention of my colleagues and submit it for The critics ‘‘may want to take a different was a complete Member of Congress in meet- the record. approach in dealing with us and work with ing his responsibilities to his constituents, to It is important to remember that credit us.’’ he said. ‘‘Anyone can always do better.’’ The sole purpose of the tax-exempt, non- his fellow members of the House and to his unions were created to exist solely for the pur- profit institutions is to serve members, and party. The House of Representatives is richer pose of offering financial services to folks with- most offer higher-quality loans at a lower for his service to our country. in their defined field of membership. Unlike cost than consumers can get at any other The newspaper ‘‘Roll Call’’ also makes it other financial institutions that can provide type of institution, he said. clear that the personal and professional skills services to the general public, credit unions But Mr. Becker said he envisions credit that Marty demonstrated as a Member of the cannot. Also, as nonprofit entities that are unions doing even more to reach those who House are serving him well in the private sec- member-owned, credit unions have consist- are not well served by mainstream and fringe tor as he helps lead Cassidy & Associates in ently delivered to their members quality per- financial institutions, if Congress will allow it. For example, credit unions could aid a top position among governmental represen- sonal services at the lowest possible cost. small-business owners who find it difficult to tation firms in Washington, DC. The article On April 25, 2002, the Financial Services have their lending needs met, he said. also makes it clear that Marty is finding the Committee Subcommittee on Financial Institu- Credit unions’ business-loan portfolios can- time out of Congress to enjoy his beautiful tions and Consumer Credit held its second not exceed roughly 13% of an institution’s family. hearing on regulatory relief. At that time I total assets. If that limit were raised or lift- Mr. Speaker, I want to share the ‘‘Roll Call’’ heard testimony from witnesses representing ed, credit unions could fill the void in small- article with our colleagues and express my ap- the credit union community and the issues business lending, he said. preciation for my former colleague’s important they face, such as the trend of credit union Mr. Becker also wants lawmakers to allow more credit union participation in the Small contributions to our country. conversions from federal to state charters. Business Administration’s 7(a) loan program. SECOND-GREATEST JOB IN THE WORLD Just as the Credit Union Membership Access Right now only community-chartered credit Act was much needed at the time of its enact- unions may participate, and each must get (By Courtney Thompson) ment, I believe that true regulatory relief for in- individual permission. Credit unions, as an Upon entering former Illinois Rep. Marty sured depository institutions and for our na- entire class, should be allowed to make SBA- Russo’s (D) D.C. office, one immediately no- tion’s credit unions is now both necessary and backed loans, he says. tices the myriad of photos covering the appropriate. Rep. Stephanie Tubbs-Jones, D–Ohio, has walls. With that in mind, Mr. Speaker I would like written a proposal to broaden SBA participa- There are shots of Russo in a golf foursome with former Presidents Bill Clinton, George to submit for the record the text of an article tion for credit unions, but her attempts to attach it as an amendment to other legisla- Bush and Gerald Ford; Russo smiling with from the American Banker website which tion have so far failed. Michael Jordan; Russo with his arm around comes from an interview with Fred Becker, Credit unions are in a Catch-22, Mr. Becker Speaker Tip O’Neill; Russo and Arnold Palm- President of the National Association of Fed- said—they cannot participant in the pro- er posing on the golf course; Russo stealing eral Credit Unions. gram because they do not serve the general home plate at the Congressional baseball

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.036 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 E840 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 17, 2002 game; and Russo giving the elder George wards—went to dinner, played gold, baseball, GERMAN FOREIGN MINISTER Bush putting tips on Air Force 2. basketball. Because we were all personal JOSCHKA FISCHER’S REMARK- And one of Russo’s newborn grand- friends, we were able to get a lot more ac- ABLE DISCUSSION OF ANTI-SEMI- daughter. complished.’’ No, Marty Russo doesn’t take his famous TISM AND GERMANY’S UNIQUE Stretching the idea of fraternizing with friends or his family for granted. RELATIONSHIP WITH ISRAEL ‘‘When I sit back and think about where I one’s colleagues to the limits, Russo and grew up, the neighborhood I cam from and three other Democrats lived together five days a week for 10 years. He was the first to HON. TOM LANTOS what a tough struggle my parents had, I am OF CALIFORNIA overwhelmed,’’ the 58-year-old said. ‘‘I am a move into his friend Rep. George Miller’s (D- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES first-generation Italian American, and for Calif.) two-bedroom house at 127 D St. S.E. me to have friends like the president of the in 1982, claiming the last bedroom. Shortly Thursday, May 16, 2002 United States is a pretty big deal.’’ after, then Rep. Charles Schumer (D-N.Y.) abandoned his basement quarters to inhabit Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to Russo was elected to Congress in 1974 as share with my colleagues a particularly insight- part of the post-Watergate, reform-oriented Miller’s living room. Believing that three class. In a win that Russo himself describes Congressmen in one house just wasn’t ful article by Joschka Fischer, Federal Foreign as ‘‘extremely lucky,’’ the 6-foot-3 native of enough, Miller moved his piano out of the Minister of Germany. He discusses the unique Chicago’s Little Italy section embarked on bay window to make room for then Rep. relationship between the Federal Republic of what would become an 18-year stint in the Leon Panetta (D-Calif.). Germany and the State of Israel. The article House. ‘‘It was the best 10 years ever spent; it was was published on May 13 of this week in the But what Russo deemed the ‘‘best years of like a little fraternity house with the four of Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung, one of Ger- my life’’ came to a bitter end in the 1992 Illi- us. Now Chuck is a Senator, George is still in many’s most distinguished newspapers. nois primary. Redistricting forced him to the House, and Leon became Clinton’s chief The Federal Republic of Germany is not the run against fellow Democratic incumbent of staff. So I guess the house did all right.’’ Nazi Germany that perpetrated the Holocaust, and commuting friend Rep. William Lipin- ski. After losing the tightest race of his ca- Russo and his wife, Karen, moved to and the democratic and pluralistic government reer, Russo finished out his term while con- McLean, Va., in September 1997, capping off that has emerged in Germany since 1945 is templating the inevitable: What next? 24 years of weekly commutes. rightfully one of our closest and most impor- Following in the path paved by many be- Russo never believed that he would perma- tant allies and friends. Nevertheless, because fore him, Russo entered the realm of lob- nently make the move from his beloved of Germany’s history, the German government bying by accepting a position with Cassidy & hometown of Chicago. When his eldest son, has a special responsibility and a special rela- Associates, a government relations lobbying Tony, moved to Washington to begin work- tionship with the state of Israel. It also has a firm based in Washington. ing with Sen. Joseph Biden (D-Del.) and his special responsibility to fight against intoler- ‘‘Two wonderful things happened to me in youngest son, Danny, was attending George- my life,’’ Russo said recently. ‘‘One was win- ance and racism. town University, both Russo and his wife re- Mr. Speaker, I urge all of my colleagues to ning an election, one was losing an election. alized it was an easy decision to make. I had the greatest job in the world when I read Foreign Minister Fischer’s perceptive was a Member in Congress, and now I have Now, less than a month after the birth of comments thoughtfully and carefully. His sen- the second-greatest job in the world.’’ his first grandchild, the former lawmaker sitivity to the relationship between Germany Prohibited by law from lobbying Members happily lives just six minutes from his son’s and Israel and his criticism of the atmosphere family. An adoring grandfather, Russo finds for a year, Russo advised clients on political of anti-Semitism welling up in western Europe strategy, while learning the ins and outs of himself stopping by every night on his way business development and lobbying White home from work. reflects the finest of German culture and tradi- tion. I commend Foreign Minister Fischer for House officials. ‘‘I am really enjoying my granddaughter,’’ About making the transition to lobbying, Russo said. ‘‘I saw this bumper sticker a cou- his courageous and outspoken article. I wish Russo said, ‘‘The one thing you have to get ple of years ago that said, ‘If I’d known with all my heart that there were other such good at is learning how to ask.’’ grandkids would be this great, I would have prominent individuals who would be as bold Although Cassidy boasts clients such as had them first!’ And now I feel the same and outspoken and honest as Joschka Fisch- VoiceStream Wireless, Ocean Spray Cran- way!’’ er. I wish there were others who would speak berries Inc. and the Taiwan Studies Insti- out with such clarity and force against the anti- tute, it is the Chicago hospital where he was FIVE QUESTIONS treated as a boy that he holds closes to his Israel hysteria that is fast becoming anti-Se- heart. What are you most proud of from your ten- mitic frenzy in France and elsewhere in west- Rush-Presbyterian-St. Luke’s Medical Cen- ure in Congress? ern Europe. ter, located on Chicago’s West Side, has been One of my proudest moments was when I Mr. Speaker, I ask that Foreign Minister the beneficiary of many government dollars introduced the national health care bill in Fischer’s article be placed in the RECORD, and thanks to Russo’s dedicated lobbying efforts. 1991, which then became a major issue in the again I urge my colleagues to read it thought- In a joint effort with Cook County Health 1992 presidential election. fully. Services of Chicago, the two hospitals created the Core Center, a four-story facility I think it . . . helped Democrats take back The Question Facing Germany: Can We that provides outpatient care to individuals the White House. Criticize Israel? and families with HIV/AIDS. The center fea- What do you miss the most? (By German Foreign Minister Joschka Fischer) tures a screening clinic, pharmacy, coun- I miss the friendship on the Hill. Whether seling services and children’s playroom. you were a Democrat or a Republican, we BERLIN.—Germany remained silent, con- ‘‘I’ve seen [Cassidy & Associates] do a lot really got a lot of stuff done, and we did it spicuously silent considering the unspeak- of good for a lot of people,’’ Russo said. ‘‘And together. And I miss doing the policy. It’s an able statements made recently by Jurgen it’s been great working with Jerry Cassidy, enormous responsibility, but what a deal. Mollemann, the chairman of Free Democrats he’s like the Tip O’Neill of the lobbying busi- in the state of North Rhine-Westphalia and ness.’’ What do you miss the least? the head of the German-Arab Society, and In 2000, Russo was promoted to vice chair- I don’t miss the travel, being away from those of like mind. man, president and chief operating officer at home. In his statements, Mr. Mollemann showed Cassidy. The key to Russo’s success? Draw- that he was a verbal resistance fighter ing from the many lessons he learned during Was there a particular Member whom you against corporation and bravely announced his days in the House. admired the most? that he, of course, would also attack the ag- ‘‘One of the critical things you learn when The Member I admired most in the House gressor in his own country. The heroic talk in Congress is that your word is very impor- was [then] Speaker Tip O’Neill [D-Mass.]. was directed at Israel, and Mr. Mollemann tant,’’ Russo said. ‘‘It’s all you have around And a close second was Rep. Danny Rosten- was referring to the Palestinian struggle here. So when I talk to Members I tell them kowski [D-Ill.] against the occupation. We, therefore, can the truth, because if you don’t, the next time safely assume that he was not calling on Do you have any advice for current Mem- you come back, they aren’t going to listen to Hamas to distribute leaflets to Israel, but bers? you.’’ justifying their terrorist bomb attacks. Russo advocates bipartisanship, saying a The best advice I can give is to understand There was no national outcry, no resigna- Congressman’s sole purpose is to make the that compromise is very important. As tion, nothing of the kind. Instead, Mr. government function better. Danny Rostenkowski always said, ‘‘You Westerwelle said it should be possible to ‘‘One of the key things was that I had was don’t have to throw a touchdown pass every criticize Israel without being accused of friends on both sides of the aisle. We could time you move legislation. You’ve just got anti-Semitism. argue and battle on the floor as much as we to move it down the field and eventually get Something seems to have changed in Ger- wanted, but then we got together after- it in the end zone.’’ many, and nobody notices this with greater

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.041 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E841 authority and distress than German Jews. identity debate, but for coordinated action Jewish communities in Germany have They feel alone, again, and that ought not be by the international community, led by the grown perceptibly since German unification so. Not in Germany. United States and supported by Europe, to in 1990, largely as a result of immigration ‘‘Given anti-Semitism in Germany and Eu- break the spiral of violence and lead the par- from the former Soviet Union. New Jewish rope that is becoming more manifest in the ties of the conflict back to the negotiating schools are being built, German-speaking context of the Middle East conflict, the old table step by step. rabbis are once more being trained at the Damocles sword question once again hangs So why is there such fierce criticism of Jewish University in Heidelberg and the over the heads of Jews living in Germany: Israel here in Germany and in Europe? Why Abraham-Geiger College in Potsdam. And Was it right to stay in Germany?’’ When this is there such widespread bias? This is exactly still Mr. Korn calls the Jews in Germany a kind of warning comes from the pen of such what Mr. Korn’s warning addresses, and an attentive and sensitive observer of Ger- quite rightly. Given Germany’s history, crit- ‘‘source of continuing unease that is hard to man-Jewish relations as Solomon Korn icism of Israel always also reflects the men- define.’’ An unease, that some possibly try to (Frankfurter Allgemeine Zeitung on May 6), tal state of our country. overcome by unconsciously—on the issue of it raises a question for each and every one of Fifty years ago, West German Chancellor the Middle East crisis—turning the descend- us and, indeed, the question of whether Ger- Konrad Adenauer and Israel’s first prime ents of the victims into perpetrators, believ- man democracy is credible. minister, David Ben Gurion, laid the founda- ing this could salve one’s conscience. But Mr. Korn, the leader of the Jewish commu- tions for relations between Israel and a this is a dangerous misconception, that, nity in Frankfurt, notes that many German democratic Germany that still apply today. under the slogan of presumed ‘‘normaliza- Jews have felt abandoned in recent months. Since then, German democracy has—occa- tion,’’ can end only in the abyss of anti-Sem- He describes how it feels to be viewed as sionally in the face of some resistance—ac- itism. ‘‘collectively liable’’ for any action taken by cepted Germany’s continuing historical re- The unconscious mechanism of transfer- Israel against the Palestinians. And he also sponsibility for the genocide of German and refers to the very understandable ‘‘old trau- European Jewry, and this responsibility is ring guilt to Israel’s policy in the Middle mas’’ and ‘‘barely healed emotional wounds’’ the firm and central founding stone of Ger- East will not release Germany from responsi- that German criticism of Israel never ceases man democracy after 1945. bility for its history. One should not even at- to evoke there. ‘‘Were the same criticisms of This was the only way for trust to grow be- tempt that, for it will end in disaster. The Israel expressed by Americans, for instance, tween the former perpetrators and victims. only response to our history must be a posi- it would hurt far less than when expressed by Only on this basis could a chance for new co- tive one: a growing Jewish community in the Germans . . .’’ Why do such obvious existence emerge from what historian Dan Germany with Jewish people who can live things need to be explicitly stated again Diner called the ‘‘negative symbiosis.’’ No here in freedom and safety as citizens—and today? line can be drawn under Germany’s histor- not as ‘‘fellow citizens!’’—of our republic. ical and moral responsibility for the destruc- Strictly speaking, what is at issue is the The extent to which we succeed in sup- tion of European Jewry. It forms the basis of conflict between Israel and its Arab neigh- porting and promoting the life and well- bors. But on a different level, whenever Germany’s social obligation to uphold the right of existence and security for Israel and being of Jewish communities in Germany is Israel is discussed in Germany, the funda- also a yardstick of our ability to create an mental debate about German identity is its citizens. This responsibility is not a matter of current political constellations, but a open and tolerant society. For that reason, never far behind. ‘‘Can we criticize Israel?’’ each and every instance of anti-Semitism is The mere question raises suspicion because, permanent principle of German policy. Israel can rely on democratic Germany as not only a threat to Jews in Germany, but of course, we can and indeed sometimes must a partner and friend, now and in the future. also to our society and our democracy as a criticize the politics of the Israeli govern- Our obligations, our ties and the fact the ice whole. ‘‘Is it right to stay in Germany?’’ The ment. Nowhere is this done more forcefully remains thin even after 50 years must be re- than in Israel itself. Every democratically ease or difficulty with which our Jewish spected by all criticism in Germany that elected government makes mistakes and is, compatriots are able to answer yes to this does not aim to destroy what has been built by definition, subject to criticism. question depends crucially on whether they since Konrad Adenauer and David Ben In the Middle East, a tragic conflict is es- can live perfectly ‘‘normally’’ as Jews in Gurion began. calating. Two peoples are fighting for the Germany and as Germans. Otherwise, criticism not only would cause same land, and only a historical compromise harm, but also increasingly compromise Ger- Nevertheless, the German-Jewish relation- based on the formula ‘‘two states, one many’s capacity to help the search for a just ship will always remain a very special thing. peace’’, will be able to solve this conflict. peace in the Middle East. Or, to put it dif- This is why there is a need for sensitivity The current situation inspires little hope. ferently: Criticism is possibly only on the and unrelenting self-scrutiny. Only once Israel feels threatened by continuing Pales- firm foundation of indelible solidarity—and there is natural togetherness can there be tinian terror. At Camp David in the summer there have been things in recent months that criticism that does not attack the precarious of 2000, so the Israeli view, Israel offered the do compel Israel’s friends to express criti- Palestinians a state of their own and was German-Jewish relationship at its roots. And cism in the interest of Israel itself. hence, silence about current events in the given the second Intifada in return. Since But there is a second issue that weighs just Middle East, Germany and Europe, which then, Israel has been fighting for its survival as heavily as Germany’s special relationship rightly distresses many Jews in Germany, is once again, for a life in safety and in recog- with Israel. It concerns ourselves, Germany nized borders. The Palestinians finally want and us Germans. Do we actually comprehend impossible. an end to the Israeli occupation, to the con- what Nazi barbarism and its genocidal anti- Are the Jews in our own country strangers tinued building of Israeli settlements and to Semitism did to us, to Germany, its people to us? Even today? What can we do against the loss of territory. They are fighting for and its culture? What Hitler and the Nazis this mixture of unsparing frankness and their own state, for a life in dignity. How- did to Germany’s Jews they did first and speechlessness that Mr. Korn complains of ever, after the Camp David talks broke foremost to Germans, to Germans of the between Jews and non-Jews in Germany? down, the agonizing question in Israel re- Jewish faith! Albert Einstein was as much a This challenge cannot be turned into a his- mains whether the Palestinian leadership in German as was Max Planck. The Nazis ex- torical issue; it will not fade with time. On the end does not want more and indeed some- cluded an entire group of our own people, de- the contrary, criticism of Israel that is thing entirely different. prived them of their rights, dispossessed founded on the obligation imposed on us by The right of pre-1967 refugees to return to them, humiliated and then finally expelled Israel, the terror deployed to force Israel to or murdered them. our history, on trust and friendship is not accept false compromises, the demographic This is why the question whether German anti-Semitism—and it does not force German factor that works against Israel, the fear for Jews feel secure in our democracy and, Jews to unconditionally support everything the Jewish character of Israel and the fear of though even today this can only be a hope, that is democratically decided in Israel. a bi-national Palestine and the dissolution of might one day be able to feel ‘‘at home’’ in Under no circumstances can we permit the Israel as a Jewish state as the long term goal it again, is not a minor one, but a question tragic conflict in the Middle East that pits of Yasser Arafat’s Palestine Liberation Orga- par excellence about the credibility of Ger- the legitimate aspirations and rights of two nization—these are Israeli fears right across man democracy. peoples apparently irreconcilably against When Germany sent its Jewish citizens to the political spectrum. each other to be used as an instrument for The Palestinians fear that Israel wants to Auschwitz and other extermination camps force them to make further territorial con- from platform 17 of the Berlin-Grunewald domestic political ends. Those who practice cessions, though in their view, by accepting station and countless other ramps and en- such methods to capture a mood and votes, the borders of June 4, 1967, they are riched itself with their worldly good, it those who wish to dispose of German history, contenting themselves with 22 percent of the robbed itself, its culture and society. Ger- as it were, by a detour to the Middle East, land. Land for peace is the only possible many has been unable to close this wound in- and those who hit the wrong note by mis- compromise formula. Radical Israelis want flicted by the Nazis to the present day. The conceived reaction must be opposed by all peace and land, while radical Palestinians Holocaust monument will be a symbol of this those who perceive German unity as freedom want land without peace. Neither will work. loss that Germany inflicted on itself through to accept responsibility and not act as an es- This tragic and extremely dangerous situa- its barbarity to its own citizens, the effects cape into a supposedly harmless ‘‘nor- tion is not really appropriate for a German of which are still being felt today. mality.’’

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K16MY8.002 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 E842 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 17, 2002 PAYING TRIBUTE TO CHRIS Suit Riot’’. The riot is a significant event in Los exemplary services they provide, but also for NICHOLS Angeles history, as it represents the first time their dedication to the community. the political involvement of the Mexican Amer- f ican community made a difference, as it HON. SCOTT McINNIS TANF REAUTHORIZATION OF COLORADO brought the mistreatment of Chicanos by po- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lice officers, sailors and other servicemen to light. And of course, Alice McGrath was right HON. DANNY K. DAVIS Thursday, May 16, 2002 there with the community, fighting for the jus- OF ILLINOIS Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to tice that all Mexican Americans deserve. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES take this opportunity to recognize the contribu- Ms. McGrath’s activism continued to expand Thursday, May 16, 2002 tions a man has made to his community, his over the years. In 1986 she developed a pro Mr. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, We state, and his nation. Chris Nichols, a resident bono program for the Ventura County Bar As- began the preamble to our constitution by stat- of Craig, Colorado, has selflessly donated his sociation, and currently she is active with the ing, ‘‘We hold these truths to be self-evident, time, establishment, and energy to educating Mexican American Bar Association and the that all men are created equal,’’ and then pro- Craig, Colorado’s youth on the terrible effects Black Attorneys Association. She additionally ceeded unnecessarily to leave out women, of drug abuse. For his efforts, the Substance serves on a California Judicial Council sub- and they still have not reached parity. Abuse Prevention Program, an organization committee for Access and Fairness in the We declared the right to vote as almost dedicated to promote anti-drug messages Courts. She has been honored by El Concilio being sacred, and then placed restrictions that throughout the community, recently honored del Condado de Ventura, the Mexican Amer- left out non-landholders, women, Black Slaves him. As he accepts his award, I would like to ican Bar Association of Los Angeles, and is a and other categories of human beings. commend his efforts to improving the commu- recipient of the Joyce Yoshioka award, which We started counting people, but reduced nity before this body of Congress, and this na- is presented by the Ventura County Criminal Black Slaves to being counted as only 3⁄5 of a tion. Defense Bar. person. In an effort to ensure our nation’s children It is only fitting that we pay tribute to Alice Mr. Speaker, I am afraid that with this pro- are educated on the dangers of drug abuse, Greenfield McGrath today. She has contrib- gram, we are following the same philosophy Chris has provided consistent support to uted so much to so many people over the and same trends. SAPP. As the owner of a local McDonald’s years and is such an inspiration to us all. Our We have a program, Temporary Assistance restaurant, he has hosted the organization’s community is blessed to have a woman as to Needy Families. It does say temporary as- annual pancake breakfast that provides SAPP wonderful as Ms. McGrath in its midst. I urge sistance to needy families and then we move with its financial means and funding. He you to join me in wishing Ms. McGrath a won- promptly, piously and insensitively to give began this effort after the local police chief derful birthday. states the option to cut out or deny participa- began advertising his concern over the effects f tion to individuals who are sick and have been that drugs play in our schools and children. convicted of felonious drug possessions. Answering the call to service, Chris began vol- HONORING CHEROKEE COUNTY EMS Mr. Speaker, we are talking about hundreds, unteering his establishment as a place to hold thousands and perhaps even millions of peo- the fundraisers to create the financial support ple who are in great need, have limited edu- for the program. HON. BOB BARR cation, no marketable skill, an arrest record Mr. Speaker, our nation’s communities and OF GEORGIA and cannot find a job; Who will hire them? schools are fighting a long and difficult battle IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES And quite frankly many of them will return to to rid their populations of drugs and the ter- Thursday, May 16, 2002 the penitentiary, destitute, hopeless and sen- rible impacts drugs have on people’s lives. To tenced to a lifetime of poverty, broken prom- combat this epidemic, we will rely upon men Mr. BARR of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, Most of us rarely give a thought to who would provide ises, unfulfilled dreams and a cost item or li- and women such as Chris Nichols to answer ability to the rest of society. the call to community service, take initiative, us with medical assistance in an emergency situation. Those of us in northwest Georgia, I could cite any number of other concerns and help win this war on drugs. Chris serves that I have about this legislation such as not as a model citizen in this fight and I am hon- are proud to know one such emergency care organization is the Cherokee County Emer- enough opportunity for real training such as ored to bring his efforts before this body of degree granting college programs, not enough Congress, and this nation. Congratulations gency Medical Services. This group of individuals was recently awarded the Service of the emphasis on childcare and not enough em- Chris, keep up the good work, and good luck phasis on transportation so that people in in your future endeavors. Year award by the Region I Emergency Med- ical Services Council. This prestigious award inner city and rural communities can get to f is based on many characteristics, such as and from where the bulk of new jobs are, sub- HONORING ALICE GREENFIELD community service programs, training opportu- urbia America. And so . . . MCGRATH nities, and commendations from patients. The Mr. Speaker, I hope that when the dust set- Cherokee County EMS shines in each of tles and we have a new TANF bill, I hope that these categories, which accounts for their HON. LOIS CAPPS ex-offenders, including those who have been being recognized and honored for their work. OF CALIFORNIA convicted of drug offenses and otherwise qual- The Cherokee County EMS was formed in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ify, I would hope that they too will be eligible 1995, and has since been the sole provider of to participate. Thursday, May 16, 2002 9–1–1 Emergency Medical Services in the I hope that we would allow for programs to Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, today I would county. During its first year of operation, the help people clear their records so that their like to pay tribute to Alice Greenfield McGrath, division received the Director of the Year chances of finding a job will be increased. an extraordinary woman who has continuously award from not only the state of Georgia, but When we do this, we are indeed providing fought for social justice, on this very special also the Region EMS. It was also recognized assistance to needy people and at the same occasion, her 85th birthday. for the best Safe Kids Campaign, and re- time we will be helping the rest of society just Ms. McGrath holds a special place in the ceived the Service of the Year award in 1996. as much. hearts of countless individuals and her actions This is the third time this outstanding EMS as a social justice activist and advocate will provider has been recognized as Service of f not be forgotten. She has dedicated a tremen- the Year, allowing it to permanently keep the H.R. 4652, THE CONSUMER PROTEC- dous amount of her time to both the struggles trophy. TION FOR ON-LINE GAMES ACT for economic and legal rights for poor people The group not only provides a transportation and against the prejudices and discriminations service to those with medical needs, but also HON. CAROLYN C. KILPATRICK suffered by people of color. spends numerous hours volunteering within OF MICHIGAN Since her first semester at Los Angeles the community. These activities include fund- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Community College, Ms. McGrath has im- raisers for the March of Dimes, interaction with mersed herself in social activism. In 1942, she the Boy and Girl Scouts, and taking blood Thursday, May 16, 2002 became involved in the Sleepy Lagoon Case, pressure at senior centers. This group of indi- Ms. KILPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, on May the event that soon after triggered the ‘‘Zoot viduals deserve recognition for not only the 2nd, I introduced H.R. 4652, the Consumer

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K16MY8.002 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E843 Protection for On-line Games Act. I am one PAYING TRIBUTE TO DOUGLAS American teacher to be hired in the district. who has never been an advocate of the gam- CRAIG FRAZIER Since then, she has taught at two other local ing industry. The City of Detroit has legalized schools, Franklin School, where she was in gaming, and now it is a fixture in our econ- HON. SCOTT McINNIS the classroom for 25 years, and Washington omy. OF COLORADO School, where she teaches today. Throughout her career, countless students and faculty The gaming industry has broadened its ex- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES posure over on-line and wireless communica- alike have benefited from Mrs. Wright’s exem- Thursday, May 16, 2002 tions networks. People do not have to go to plary teaching styles. casinos in Las Vegas, Reno, Detroit, Atlantic Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to A native of Santa Barbara, it was Shirley City or other gaming sites to gamble. They take this opportunity to pay tribute to the life Wright’s dream to teach in the Santa Barbara schools. Yet in the 1950s, it was difficult for can play games of chance over the Internet and memory of Douglas Craig Frazier who re- African Americans to get hired in many occu- from the privacy of their own homes. cently passed away in Cortez, Colorado on March 27, 2002. Douglas, known to most as pations. The Santa Barbara Police Department According to one financial analysis, Internet did not have any black officers and the school gambling is a $1 billion industry and is fore- Doug, will always be remembered as a true inspiration and contributor to his community. For district did not have any black teachers. How- casted to grow to $5 billion by 2005. There ever, Mrs. Wright’s determination broke down are nearly 1 million paying users of the largest some time, Doug battled a long and difficult disease that threatened to tax his body to the the barrier, as, after interviewing with three network games and free sweepstakes sites principals, she was offered a position at the which are among the most popular Internet limit, but never was allowed to affect his spirit. After a long and demanding struggle, he even- Lincoln School. destinations. Today, over 40 years later, Mrs. Wright has tually succumbed to the effects of bone can- Many of the network gaming sites originate often found herself teaching the children of her cer. His passing is a great loss for a town that from offshore websites, and are beyond the former students. Parents who have either ex- relied on Doug for his kind heart, strong spirit, reach of States and local authorities, even perienced Mrs. Wright’s compassionate yet and unwavering friendship. those authorities that prohibit Internet gaming challenging teaching styles themselves, or Mr. Speaker, not long ago I stood before in their jurisdictions. Local and state govern- have heard about her from friends or neigh- this body of Congress to honor the Monte- ments devote few resources to regulate or en- bors, often line up in the principal’s office zuma-Cortez Boys Basketball team and their force laws, against network gaming. No pro- months in advance as they attempt to secure well-deserved state championship. Today, I tections exist to ensure the integrity of the a spot for their child in Mrs. Wright’s first pay tribute to a source of inspiration for that game, protection from minors seeking to pa- grade class. title, a source of motivation to a young man, tronize games, or protection from excessive fi- We are blessed to have such a wonderful and a source of pride to a school’s hometown nancial loss. Therefore, network gaming con- educator in our midst, and I am certain that community. As the Panthers moved forward in tinues with very little regulation and with very she will be sorely missed upon her retirement. their quest for a state title, Doug Frazier was few guarantees that the games of chance or Yet the legacy of Shirley Wright will continue present every step of the way by providing sweepstakes one finds on internet sites are on, as she will be fondly remembered by the support to the young players and of course, above board. thousands of children who have passed his son Layne. As the Panthers progressed through her classrooms. I urge you to join me My bill will allow U.S. consumers to know if through the season, Doug tried to attend every today in thanking Mrs. Wright for her invalu- the games they are playing are fraudulent. It game, despite his pain, to see the team capable contributions to the Santa Barbara School will permit U.S. consumers to participate in on- ture its ultimate prize. The young men suc- District, and wishing her the best in all of her line games with the security of knowing they ceeded in their goal and brought home the future endeavors. are playing from a straight deck of cards. Spe- first state title for the school in nearly forty f cifically, H.R. 4652 proposes the following: years, and Doug Frazier, confined to a wheel- 1. Establishes the Federal Trade Commis- chair and medication as a result of the pain, SALUTING LAW ENFORCEMENT sion as the agency responsible for monitoring was present with his support until the end. He games of chances offered on the Internet or passed away soon thereafter, but he achieved HON. SAXBY CHAMBLISS wireless network. one of his final goals, to see his son and OF GEORGIA 2. Prohibits network game operators subject teammates claim the championship. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to U.S. law from making false or misleading Mr. Speaker, Doug will be missed by the Thursday, May 16, 2002 claims regarding the fairness of such games. many lives he touched in the Cortez commu- Mr. CHAMBLISS. Mr. Speaker, in com- 3. Requires self-regulatory organizations to nity. It has always been known that his great- memoration of National Law Enforcement comply with specific minimum requirements. est passion was his love and dedication to his Week, I would like to take this opportunity to 4. Specifies that States must notify the FTC family. He is survived by wife Paula, daughter recognize our nation’s law enforcement per- when it brings action against a network game Amanda, son Layne, and a grateful commu- sonnel. provider and allows the FTC to intervene in nity. It is with a solemn heart that we say In the course of our lives, certain events any action brought on by the state and file pe- goodbye and pay our respects to an inspira- serve as reminders of the daily comforts we titions for appeal. tion of a Colorado community. Doug Craig grow accustomed to and will mark for all time Frazier dedicated the final days of his life to a change in our daily attitudes towards those I know feelings run strong on both sides of his family and the Cortez community, and his comforts we enjoy as Americans. For Geor- the gaming question. It is a policy area with spirit continues to provide inspiration to those gians—as for all Americans—September 11 which I have some issues. The fact exists, he affected with his drive and determination. changed us. We became more aware of our however, that gaming websites are available Doug was a kind and generous soul, and he neighbors both down the street and around for everyone’s entertainment. It is my hope will be greatly missed. the globe. The world stopped briefly and we that this legislation will prevent present and fu- all stopped with it to look at each other and ture abuses and reduce the incidence of fraud. f grieve with each other, then finally to help America has a chance to become a leader in HONORING SHIRLEY WRIGHT each other. Leading the charge to help were this emerging global industry, but we presently America’s police officers, firefighters, and lag behind other countries which are dealing HON. LOIS CAPPS emergency medical personnel. honestly and openly with the issue of online OF CALIFORNIA We are all reminded of the sacrifice and de- gaming. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES votion of our law enforcement. Each day, they This bill is not perfect, but it offers a pro- leave their families and put their very lives in Thursday, May 16, 2002 posal for a regulatory structure that does not danger to make our neighborhoods, our impose its will over the States, especially Mrs. CAPPS. Mr. Speaker, today I would schools and our communities a safer place for those States who want to effectively regulate like to pay special tribute to a woman who has our children. Each day, they risk potential network gaming operations within their bor- been an inspiration to so many schoolchildren harm in order to protect and preserve the insti- ders. I hope that Congress will seriously study throughout the last 40 years. Today, on her tutions and freedoms we all enjoy. this proposal and raise the level of debate on retirement from the Santa Barbara School Dis- Whether it is a city policeman, sheriff’s dep- this issue. I look forward to working with my trict, I would like to honor Mrs. Shirley Wright. uty, or state patrolman, law enforcement offi- colleagues to improve this measure as it trav- Mrs. Wright began her career in 1958, at cers are owed a tremendous debt of gratitude els through the legislative process. Lincoln School, when she was the first African by our nation.

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.046 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 E844 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 17, 2002 We in Congress must continue to make County Intermediate School District in South- and devoted endless love and attention to sure that law enforcement personnel have the west Michigan. His commitment to kids and their six grandchildren. training and equipment they need to ensure their education will not be forgotten. Jerry has Dick fulfilled many important roles in his life, their safety but we must also make sure that been an invaluable colleague in helping craft and in each of those roles made his commu- they have the tools necessary to be effective education policy and ensuring that our kids re- nity, state and nation a better place. I join his in fighting and preventing crime. To do this I ceive a quality education. many friends and admirers in extending my have introduced legislation that will improve in- Jerry began his career in 1966 as a school deepest sympathies to Carolyn and her family formation sharing between local, state and psychologist for the Berrien County Inter- during their time of loss. federal officials—this will ensure that they will mediate School District. Dedicated, principled, f have the facts they need to fulfill the duty they and hard-working, Jerry’s love for education PAYING TRIBUTE TO WILLIAM T. have selflessly accepted. led him to embrace a career within Michigan’s WARD, III Mr. Speaker, I hope you will join me in hon- public school system. Jerry has held a number oring these brave men and women. of posts within the Berrien County ISD, includ- f ing Director of Special Education and his cur- HON. SCOTT McINNIS OF COLORADO NATIONAL POLICE WEEK rent position as Superintendent. Under his administration, students of Berrien County have IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES thrived. We owe him a tremendous debt of Thursday, May 16, 2002 HON. RONNIE SHOWS gratitude. OF MISSISSIPPI Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great I would like to personally extend my regards honor I take this opportunity to recognize Wil- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to Jerry for his counsel on the reauthorization Thursday, May 16, 2002 liam T. Ward, III as an exceptional individual of the Elementary and Secondary Education whose contributions to the University of South- Mr. SHOWS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Act as well as his commitment to special edu- ern Colorado have helped shape a positive fu- ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing cation funding for Michigan’s children. Jerry ture for the University and its students. On National Police Week. was able to bring to the table a local perspec- June 28th, William, known as Bill, will retire, On September 11th, and the days that fol- tive during this debate over federal education leaving behind a legacy of accomplishments. It lowed, the images of our police officers and initiatives. I will truly miss working with this is with great pleasure that I applaud an indi- firefighters rushing towards the toppling World great individual. vidual who has selflessly committed his time Trade Center towers, as others fled for their Good luck and God Bless. and energy to the betterment of his commu- lives, remained a constant image on our tele- f nity. vision screens. As hundreds of these valiant Bill and his family have lived in Pueblo since men and women perished on that terrible day, TRIBUTE TO MR. RICHARD ‘‘DICK’’ 1946 and their hard work helped build and up- I was reminded of the thousands of police offi- W. DILLON OF HUTCHINSON, hold the principles and values of the Pueblo cers in Mississippi and across our nation, who KANSAS community. Because of Bill’s devotion and each day put their lives in danger in the inter- dedication, it is fitting that he was elected as est of our nation’s welfare. HON. JERRY MORAN It is important that we take opportunities to the President of the CSU Alumni in 1973. In OF KANSAS 1986 he pursued a real estate career, and he commend our officers and their equally brave IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES families for their commitment to public safety. ends his duties with dignity and integrity by re- I was proud that President Bush visited the Thursday, May 16, 2002 tiring from his current position as the Director United States Capitol yesterday to attend the Mr. MORAN of Kansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise of Development and Alumni Relations at the 21st annual National Peace Officers’ Memorial today to pay tribute to a man who affected the University of Southern Colorado. Service to honor and remember the 230 law lives of many people in Kansas and across Mr. Speaker, today we honor an individual enforcement officers who lost their lives in the the country. This month we honor the life of who closes a chapter on a very fruitful and line of duty last year. Mr. Richard ‘‘Dick’’ Dillon of Hutchinson, Kan- successful career. I commend the hard work This week I have thought a lot about Officer sas. Dick fulfilled many important roles in his and dedication Bill has provided to the asso- Ron Jones, of the Prentiss Police Department life—each of them with integrity, passion and ciation, and I am confident his experience and in Jeff Davis County, which is also my home enthusiasm. wisdom will benefit all of his future endeavors. county. Officer Jones lost his life the day after Dick proudly served his country in the Bill has been a model community member, Christmas last year, while participating in a United States Air Force for two stints, culmi- and that is why I bring forth his accomplish- drug raid to halt the flow of narcotics into a nating in active duty service during the Korean ments before this body of Congress and the city of only 1500 people. Ron Jones was a War. nation. Bill’s hard work is greatly appreciated four year veteran KÐ9 officer who loved his Dick’s dedication to his hometown was un- and we salute his diligence to his community. job. He had a great role model. His father is surpassed. Throughout his life, he took a lead f the Police Chief of the same Police Depart- role in making certain his community of Hutch- CONGRATULATIONS TO ST. JOHN’S ment. And this family, who has devoted their inson was progressive in pursuits of edu- UNIVERSITY MEN’S GOLF TEAM life to fighting crime, and improving the very cation, culture and other quality of life issues. community they’ve grown up in, has now lost His leadership and service on the board of di- one of their own. This is a tragedy in itself. But rectors for the community foundation, school HON. MARK R. KENNEDY OF MINNESOTA the heartbreaking truth is that this happens in district, hospital and church were always communities across our great nation every marked with trademark humor and a keen em- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES week of the year. phasis on questioning and listening. Thursday, May 16, 2002 Mr. Speaker, I respectfully request that my Dick was, by every account, a successful Mr. KENNEDY of Minnesota. Mr. Speaker, I colleagues join me in paying tribute to the le- businessman. Along with his brother, Ray rise today to honor the St. John’s University gions of heroes-our police officers—who serve ‘‘Ace’’ Dillon, Jr., and his cousin, Paul, Dick mens’ golf team. As I speak, they are com- our country with faith, diligence and honor. We worked to develop Dillons Stores—his father’s peting in the NCAA Division Three National should mourn the thousands of lives unjustly grocery business—into a nationwide retailer. It Championship for the 3rd consecutive year. lost, and honor those officers who continue to later became part of the Kroger Company As a St. John’s alum, I take special pride in serve. family. Those whom he interacted with for paying tribute to Coach Bob Alpers and the f over 40 years wholeheartedly agree on the im- players on this year’s team: Sammy Schmitz, TRIBUTE TO JERRY REIMANN pact of his vision and dedication to the busi- Farmington; Nathan Proshek, New Prague; ness. His colleagues summed up their good- Paul Ponath, St. Cloud; Josh Sherlin, Glen- HON. FRED UPTON bye this way: ‘‘Dick was short on ceremony wood; Ben Goodman, Stillwater. and long on giving credit to others. He helped This year’s team is currently ranked 13th OF MICHIGAN us all walk a little taller.’’ I can think of no finer nationally and won their third-consecutive IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES compliment. MIAC title. Thursday, May 16, 2002 Most important to Dick was his family. Over The best part about the team is that none Mr. UPTON. Mr. Speaker, Jerry Relmann is the course of 50 years, he and his wife, Caro- of the guys are seniors and will, I hope be retiring after 36 years of service to the Berrien lyn, raised three sons, Brad, Reed and Steve, back again next year.

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.049 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E845 Again, my congratulations to the Johnnies’ talization of energy, creating a higher inter- foods and organisms have leaped out, and out mens’ golf team. May their drives be long and est in the boring books and a higher stamina there to do bad, in most cases. And it is very straight and their putts roll true. to take the seemingly useless notes. These hard to put it back into the box. And if we measures will reduce the headaches and in- would have waited many years and done f crease the effectiveness of education. studies to learn more about what the effects STUDENT CONGRESSIONAL TOWN Students are often told the high school is could be, it would be better, and we could preparing us for today’s society. The Presi- MEETING bring the genetically modified foods out into dent of UVM informed us this morning that the community with more knowledge, and it choices are an important part of today’s so- would help the community more than bring- HON. BERNARD SANDERS ciety. But how with can he prepare for re- ing them out so early, at this point. OF VERMONT ality if we’re not given the chance to make choices for ourselves. How can the leaders of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f the group define themselves? How can we Thursday, May 16, 2002 solve the rising problem of lower test scores TRIBUTE TO GEORGE ANDROS Mr. SANDERS. Mr. Speaker, I recognize the and higher dropout rates? We can do it with UAW REGION 1–D a small reform reaping large benefits. We outstanding work done by participants in my can do it with a 15-minute recess. Student Congressional Town Meeting held this REGARDING GENETICALLY MODIFIED FOODS HON. DAVID E. BONIOR spring at the University of Vermont. These OF MICHIGAN (By Travis Buck) participants were part of a group of high TRAVIS BUCK: I am going to talk about IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES school students from around Vermont who genetically modified foods, and also their or- Thursday, May 16, 2002 testified about the concerns they have as ganisms. teenagers, and about what they would like to Let’s start out with a definition of what Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to see government do regarding these concerns. genetically modified organisms are, to make recognize a man who has dedicated over 32 sure everyone knows what I’m talking about. years to the United Automobile Workers, REGARDING SCHOOL CHOICE They’re plants that have been modified by George Andros. As the director of UAW Re- (By Kristy Lamb, Peter Hicks, Halie inserting genes of another organism that’s Paradee, and Nick Smith) gion 1ÐD, his dedication and leadership have been engineered to change that original brought many families and communities to- Kristy Lamb: School choice is an issue plant in some way. gether in an effort to educate and promote po- that our Vermont legislature is currently GMOs are quite dangerous to the environ- voting on. What we are here to discuss is how ment and peoples’ health, and also to the litical action and community service. As mem- choice within school is as important as rural economy of Vermont and other states. bers of UAW Region 1ÐD gathered together choice between schools, and its importance GMO studies have shown that they damage on May 18, 2002, they honored and shared on all levels. good insects that help plants grow, and cre- memories of their friend and leader, George A school is made up of both faculty and ate produce, and they also pollute the Andros. students. As a part of that school, students ground and transport genetic pollution to George received one of the highest honors should be allowed to help in the process of other plants around the area. And they cre- on June 14, 1995 when his peers elected him making decisions that affect us. Choices are ate superweeds, and superweeds can’t be as the director of UAW Region 1ÐD at the made every day about scheduling, open cam- killed by conventional chemicals, so you pus, and many other things, but hardly ever have this breed of plants that are taking Union’s 31st Constitutional Convention. This are the students asked what they want and over the crops. was truly a sign of respect, as his friends ac- how they feel. It seems as if no one thinks And in human health, there are many knowledged his hard work on behalf of the our opinions are valid. But it is our edu- risks, such as allergic reactions that are in- labor movement in the past and chose him to cation, it is our learning environment, so we creased, and resistance to antibiotics. And lead them in change in the future. He has should have a choice. antibiotics are—it’s been a lot of genetically served as director of UAW Region 1ÐD for Peter Hicks: With this, we would like to engineered plants and chemicals used in over six years, and for that, he has my per- have the statewide student body count as antibiotics, and people aren’t as resistant to sonal thanks and that of friends of labor one vote in Vermont in the House of Rep- them. And there has also been some studies resentative. that proved that growth and internal organs throughout our state. Halie Paradee: And we would also like the of humans have been damaged due to the in- Back in 1969, George Andros began his life student body to count as one vote in the take of genetically engineered products. of dedication to bettering labor practices when local decision-making. And students should With GMO seeds, which are the main con- he joined Local UAW 467 at the Delphi Chas- receive credits for hours on incentives for cern, it increases the cost of farming the sis System as a journeyman toolmaker. His any involvement in the specific process, like seeds will be more expensive. And the seeds appointment as an International Representa- being here today, we should be recognized for are going to make more food, but in the end, tive in 1986 was a testament to the many it by our school. that will decrease the price of the produce, hours he had put in as the chair of the shop Nick Smith: I’m discussing another section so the farmer can’t make as much money, of education reform. High school students putting him or her in a hardship. committee, as the local’s representative for across the state and nation have a serious Other countries, many other countries, master mechanic skilled trades and as the lack of interest in interest and stamina in like Europe and Asia, look to the United vice-chair of the Region 1ÐD Saginaw Area high school that has encouraged a serious States for the effects of genetically modified Skilled Trades Council. During this time he look at education reform. foods, and we have been sort of an experi- also served as a committee member for the The average day of a high school student mental subject, without our consent, which Zone Committee, the Fair Employment Prac- about is about seven hours long. This can be is illegal and hasn’t really been looked as an tices Committee and the Region 1ÐD Resolu- broken down into three parts: Six hours and issue. 45 minutes of sitting, sometimes sleeping; 13 Many markets for the U.S. farmers have tions Committee. minutes of moving; and 2 minutes of actual decreased significantly from the use of GMO George’s leadership did not stop with the decision-making. We are all familiar with products. The markets in Europe and Asia UAW. He has sat on the Board of Directors of the reading of boring books, reading the reject these products, seeing what has hap- U.S. Graphite Corp and the Board of Directors seemingly useless notes, hand cramps, head- pened in the United States, and from their of Michigan United Way, and is currently a aches, and overall lack of stamina con- studies, they found they have harmful ef- member of the Board of Directors of Blue tribute to the long school day. fects. Care Network of Michigan. He has been a role No matter how many hours of sleep the And another issue is, many people have model for his community, and will continue to night before, a day like this is still tiring. said, or many companies say we need to, or What is the use of education if the student is the GMOs will help stop world hunger all be one after his retirement, as a lifetime mem- not awake? One may go to school with a de- over, and that is actually incorrect. Right at ber of the NAACP, the Democratic party, and termined attitude to learn, but soon the con- this point, we are producing more food per The National Council of Senior Citizens. stant work causes them to give in and see person than ever before, and all we need to George’s achievements in political activism school as a tedious chore. do is make the food more accessible to the and community service will be remembered by Opponents to the idea of recess will argue people that need the food, rather than trying the citizens of Michigan for years to come. that free time will encourage tardiness, ille- to create more food, and wrongly use—create I applaud George Andros for his leadership gal behaviors, or longer days. But this isn’t more food with genetically engineered prod- and commitment, and thank him for dedicating necessarily so. The proposed recess would ucts. It is not going to help anyone; it is just consist of a small break, maybe 15 minutes going to hurt the environment. his life to serving UAW Local 467 and UAW in length, in which students could be some- And a metaphor similar to this is that the Region 1ÐD. I urge my colleagues to join me what free and active for one time in their Pandora’s box has been opened, and now all in saluting him for his exemplary years of day. This activity would result in the revi- these genetically engineered products and service.

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.053 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 E846 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 17, 2002 YEAR 2002 TAIWANESE-AMERICAN Yesterday, while I was attending the Florida Birds of America. Citizens of Lancaster have HERITAGE WEEK Congressional Delegation meeting, the entire served America honorably in all wars and con- meeting focused on hurricanes and the plans flicts since the 17th century. HON. JAMES H. MALONEY that are currently in place in Florida, which are Mr. Speaker, these are just a few of the OF CONNECTICUT the framework of how we respond to hurri- many great things about the Town of Lan- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES canes. The bill we are introducing today pro- caster, which I am honored to represent in vides a new focus on an otherwise often ig- Congress. I ask that the whole House join me Thursday, May 16, 2002 nored natural disaster. in congratulating the people of Lancaster as Mr. MALONEY of Connecticut. Mr. Speaker, The creation of a coordinated and com- they celebrate the town’s 350th anniversary. I would like to take the opportunity during Tai- prehensive National Drought Council will pro- Thank you, Mr. Speaker. wanese-American Heritage Week to congratu- vide efficient and time sensitive coordination f late the Taiwanese American community in between federal agencies in preparing for and Connecticut. Taiwanese Americans have responding to droughts, as well as assisting ALL PARTIES MUST ACT NOW TO made enormous contributions to the diversity Congress in identifying our immediate and STOP ESCALATING VIOLENCE IN and prosperity of American society. They have long term needs in providing drought relief. MIDDLE EAST succeeded in American society because they Mr. Speaker, we must move the country are instilled with the values that make this away from the costly, ad-hoc, response-ori- HON. LUCILLE ROYBAL–ALLARD country great. Both here and in Taiwan they ented approach to drought, and toward a pro- OF CALIFORNIA have demonstrated a commitment to democ- active, preparedness approach. Coordination IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES racy. They also realize the rewards of edu- between federal, state, and local governments Thursday, May 16, 2002 cation, with more than 40 percent of Tai- is the only way we will accomplish this difficult wanese Americans attaining college degrees. task. Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Mr. Speaker, I rise They work to develop communities, with home I am looking forward to working with my col- today to express my support for the State of ownership amongst Taiwanese Americans leagues and moving this bill forward. Ameri- Israel and for the security of both the Israeli above 70 percent. Their personal achieve- cans are hurting throughout this country today and Palestinian people and condemn the vio- ments are another expression of the secure because of water shortages and prolonged lence suffered by both communities. and fruitful friendship between the United droughts. Congress must act immediately, If there is to be a safe and stable environ- States and Taiwan. time is of the essence. ment in the Middle East, the rights and safety f f of all people in the region must be protected. Continued military attacks and terrorist ac- THE NATIONAL DROUGHT 350TH ANNIVERSARY OF tivities will only lead to escalating violence and PREPAREDNESS ACT OF 2002 LANCASTER, MASSACHUSETTS potential destabilization of the Middle East and neighboring regions. For that reason, I believe HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS HON. JAMES P. McGOVERN the United Nations Security Council Resolution OF FLORIDA OF MASSACHUSETTS 1397 calling for the immediate cessation of all IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES acts of violence between Israel and the Pal- estinians must be honored. Thursday, May 16, 2002 Thursday, May 16, 2002 The United States must do its part and work Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, it gives me vigorously and fairly with the Israeli govern- rise today to introduce the National Drought great pleasure to rise today to recognize the ment and the Palestinian Authority to help es- Preparedness Act of 2002. I am fortunate to town of Lancaster, Massachusetts on its up- tablish a just, lasting, and comprehensive have the support of the many bipartisan origi- coming 350th anniversary. Lancaster was in- peace in the Middle East, as outlined in House nal cosponsors. In addition, this bill is the corporated in 1653, and is the oldest town in Resolution 394, sponsored by my colleague companion bill to the Domenici-Baucus bill Worcester County. Lancaster is the town from PETER DEFAZIO. also being introduced in the Senate today. I which the surrounding towns of Harvard, All parties must act now to put a stop to the do hope that both bodies will work together Bolton, Leominster, Sterling, Berlin, and Clin- escalating violence because all people in the and pass this bill immediately. ton were formed. Lancaster was the home to region deserve to live in lasting peace. I became interested in drought relief last Mary Rowlandson, whose 1682 narrative of f summer when Florida found itself in the most her captivity during King Philip’s War was one prolonged drought it had seen in nearly 20 of the most popular books of the 17th century. MINNESOTA REP. DARLENE years. The water level in Lake Okeehobee, Mr. Speaker, the fifth meetinghouse of the LUTHER’S LASTING LEGACY our country’s 2nd largest fresh water lake and First Church of Christ in Lancaster was de- located in my District, had decreased by near- signed by Boston architect Charles Bullfinch HON. JIM RAMSTAD ly 25 percent. and is a nationally recognized gem of Amer- OF MINNESOTA Not only did the water shortage in the lake ican architecture. The well-known publishing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cause problems for agriculture and water man- firm of Carter and Andrews issued illustrated Thursday, May 16, 2002 agement, but it also destroyed the economic children’s books and textbooks in Lancaster well being of small businesses around the between 1828 and 1834. Lancaster was the Mr. RAMSTAD. Mr. Speaker, we have all Lake who depend on it for income. Realize birthplace in 1849 of horticulturist Luther Bur- learned in the last eight months how fragile life this too, the clear majority of these businesses bank, the progressive Industrial School for can be, and how nobility and grace can rise are owned by minorities or families who strug- Girls, the first reform school set up on the cot- from tragedy and sadness. gle to get by every day. tage system, was established in Lancaster in We have all mourned recently with our col- As I began to try and help the towns and 1854. The South Lancaster Village Church of league Bill Luther the loss of his beloved wife, businesses surrounding the Lake in locating the Seventh-Day Adventists was dedicated in Darlene, who was a distinguished member of temporary assistance, even if it was only low 1878 and the South Lancaster Academy the Minnesota House of Representatives, as interest loans, I found that unless you were in- (predecessor of Atlantic Union College) was well as a loving wife and mother of Alex and volved in agriculture, assistance is virtually im- opened in 1882. Henry Stedman Nourse, Alicia Luther. possible. When it is possible, the loops folks noted historian and public servant at the state Mr. Speaker, I was profoundly moved by a need to jump through just to get it are so dis- and local levels, spent the greater part of his recent story from the Fergus Falls Journal couraging that they don’t even try. life in Lancaster. The Rev. Edmund Hamilton which reflects the great love Darlene and Bill Realize, drought is not just an agriculture Sears, who wrote the Christmas hymn ‘‘It shared for each other, as well as others. issue, nor is it only a water management Came Upon a Midnight Clear,’’ was the sev- The story, by Mary Mahoney, also speaks issue. When droughts occur, forest fires erupt, enth minister of Lancaster’s First Church of volumes about the enduring power of human small businesses close, and in many in- Christ. The Lancaster Town Library, estab- kindness. stances, people die. lished in 1862, offers a rich and unusual col- Because I would like to share this beautiful Congress and FEMA define drought as a lection of valuable research materials, includ- story of love, sacrifice and the enduring bond natural disaster, and it’s about time that we ing a copy of the Nuremberg Chronicle of of friendship, I respectfully submit for the start treating them as such. 1493 and a folio edition of Audubon’s The record the enclosed article from the Fergus

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.056 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E847 Falls Journal of February 7, 2002, entitled The mobile unit is similar to a book- great deal about the disorder. We now know ‘‘Family’s gift of life leaves enduring bond,’’ by mobile, with displays and kiosks about organ what defects in the gene cause the disease, Mary Mahoney. donation. In late December, LifeSource pre- what protein the gene is supposed to produce, sented a plaque that will hang in the mobile [From Fergus Falls Journal Feb. 7, 2002] unit, thanking Darlene for all the work she’s what that protein is supposed to accomplish, FAMILY’S GIFT OF LIFE LEAVES ENDURING done for organ procurement. and why a shortage of the protein results in BOND Last week, a bill passed through the House the cell death that leads to the disease symp- (By Mary Mahoney) of Representatives—named in honor of Dar- toms. Investigators are increasingly optimistic lene—making a person’s organ donation More than 25 years before his unexpected that they are drawing closer to understanding wishes a binding contract, meaning a family death, Gary Bradow told his wife Norma that more fully the causes of Friedreich’s ataxia member cannot override the decision. The he wanted his organs donated. ‘‘I told him and to developing effective treatments. Senate will begin its process on the bill that if he went first, I didn’t know if I could today, Mau Larson said. At the National Institutes of Health and do it,’’ Norma said from her Fergus Falls But despite the positive work Darlene pro- home. ‘‘Gary told me I could, that I would around the world, clinical trials for Friedreich’s vided, tragedy struck the Luthers and the just know it was right.’’ ataxia are being conducted on drugs that hold Bradows—once again. But nothing could have prepared Norma real promise. Intensifying cooperation among ‘‘Darlene called me in late October to let for the awful day that Gary died. A mal- me know she had stomach cancer,’’ Norma organizations supporting the research and the formed artery in his brain caused a fatal said. ‘‘The anti-rejection drugs masked the multidisciplinary efforts of thousands of sci- stroke in March 1998 at the age of 57. Norma cancer and by the time they found out, it entists and health care professionals provide was faced with the one decision she didn’t was inoperable.’’ want to make. ‘‘ powerful evidence of the growing hope and It was then that the friendship shifted and ‘‘People think of ‘harvesting’ organs as an determination to conquer Friedreich’s ataxia. Norma began helping Darlene the way she awful thing,’’ she said. ‘‘But I realized we There is a growing conviction that treatments had been helped after her husband’s death. were farmers; harvesting is a wonderful ‘‘I wrote her weekly notes, little inspira- can and will be developed for this disease and thing for farmers. And in the case of donat- tional things to encourage her,’’ she said. that the resulting insights will be broadly appli- ing Gary’s organs, ‘harvesting’ was wonder- ‘‘Her inner peace was phenomenal; she was cable across a wide range of neurological dis- ful too.’’ such an inspiration to me and I was trying to A man in Wisconsin received a kidney. A orders. help her.’’ 63-year-old widow got another kidney. Two On the third Saturday of May, events will be When Bill called Norma the morning after others received his eyes. held across our country to increase public And State Rep. Darlene Luther was the re- Darlene died, she said the news was heart- wrenching enough. But what came next prac- awareness of Friedreich’s ataxia and to raise cipient of Gary’s liver, literally occurring funds to support the research that promises hours before she would have died. tically took her breath away. A simple thank-you letter written to ‘‘Darlene had requested she be buried in treatments for this disease. I applaud the Norma six months after the transplant es- Fergus Falls, where she could be near us,’’ Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance for its tablished a bond that couldn’t be broken— Norma said. ‘‘I burst into tears when Bill contributions to these efforts and ask my col- even after Darlene’s death on Jan. 30. said that.’’ leagues to Join me in recognizing May 18, ‘‘I don’t think of myself as one but as two For Bill and his children Alex and Alicia, it was a natural decision. 2002, as Friedreich’s Ataxia Awareness Day persons,’’ she wrote, signing only her first to show our concern for all those families af- name. ‘‘We were so appreciative of those four With those words, Norma knew she had to years Darlene received because of the trans- fected by this disorder and to express our sup- connect with this woman who had reached plant,’’ Bill said. ‘‘The Bradows are part of port and encouragement for their efforts to out to her. our family.’’ achieve treatments and a cure. ‘‘Her letter touched my heart in a way I He insisted that Norma ride in the lead car during the burial procession and that Gary’s just can’t describe and I immediately called f LifeSource and said I had to meet her,’’ family, including his mother, Emma and Norma said. ‘‘It took awhile, but two weeks daughters Tara and Debra, take part in the service held Wednesday afternoon at Oak CHILDREN’S HEALTH COVERAGE before Christmas 1998, both of them (Darlene IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2002 and her husband U.S. Representative Bill Lu- Grove Cemetery. ther) were here.’’ ‘‘That’s what they mean to us,’’ Bill said. ‘‘And it’s what Darlene would have wanted.’’ In the four years since Darlene’s trans- HON. BOBBY L. RUSH plant, the Bradow family became dear and f special friends with the Luthers, visiting OF ILLINOIS often and corresponding frequently. Darlene FINDING A CURE FOR even flew out to Seattle one day to have FRIEDREICH’S ATAXIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lunch with Norma and her daughter Pam, who lives in Seattle, and flew back the same Thursday, May 16, 2002 afternoon. HON. CHRISTOPHER COX ‘‘The bond we had was completely beyond OF CALIFORNIA Mr. RUSH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ad- words,’’ Norma said. ‘‘She was such a kind IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dress the plight of low-income uninsured chil- and generous lady.’’ dren with the introduction of the Children’s Thursday, May 16, 2002 Another twist of fate connected the fami- Health Coverage, Improvement Act of 2002. lies as well. Bill, who grew up in a dairy farm Mr. COX. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to make Throughout the United States there are over near Fergus Falls and has relatives in the my colleagues aware of Friedreich’s Ataxia area, had briefly known Gary before his 11 million uninsured children under the age of Awareness Day, which is recognized each death. nineteen. Over two-thirds of these children live year on the third Saturday in May. ‘‘I knew of them and had spoken with Gary in families with household incomes below Friedreich’s ataxia Is a life-shortening neuro- before all of this happened,’’ Bill said. ‘‘And 200% of poverty. In my home state of Illinois the odds that my wife would receive a liver logical disorder that is usually diagnosed in alone 435,000 children have no insurance, transplant from a man from my hometown— childhood. It causes muscle weakness and ranking Illinois 24th in the nation in the per- it’s just amazing the way life can bond peo- loss of coordination in the arms and legs; im- centage of uninsured. Over 102,000 of these ple together.’’ pairment of vision, hearing and speech; scoli- To Darlene, it was a sign that more needed uninsured children reside in Cook County. osis, diabetes; and a life-threatening heart to be done to increase awareness of organ do- In hope of enrolling those low-income chil- nation. She felt she was the perfect person to condition. Most patients need a wheelchair educate people about the benefits of organ full-time by their twenties. Life expectancy is dren who are eligible for SCHIP, I am intro- donation as a state representative, and reduced to early adulthood. There is currently ducing the Children’s Health Coverage Im- helped enact legislation providing funding no effective treatment or cure for Friedreich’s provement Act of 2002 which: Provides $100 for a mobile education unit for LifeSource, ataxia. million in grants annually from unspent SCHIP the organ donation procurement organiza- Although there is no treatment or cure avail- allocations to community-based public or non- tion that helped secure her liver. able, Friedreich’s ataxia patients and families profit organizations for the purposes of con- ‘‘She (Darlene) did such a great amount of ducting innovative outreach and enrollment ef- work, getting families to talk about organ have more and more reason for real hope. An donation,’’ said LifeSource Public Relations extraordinary explosion of research findings forts; and It is my hope that through this legis- manager Susan Mau Larson. ‘‘She was a liv- has followed the identification of the lation we can ensure that every low-income ing statement of the wondrous good provided Friedreich’s ataxia gene in 1996. Since that child has the health insurance they qualify for by organ donation.’’ discovery, research scientists have learned a and deserve.

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.061 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 E848 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 17, 2002 RETIREMENT OF GUY SIMS Although he was only 16 years of age when families of those who have made the ultimate MUSCOGEE COUNTY SCHOOLS America entered World War II in 1941, Paul sacrifice in the line of duty. Ecke served courageously aboard a Navy De- As we observe National Police Week, we HON. MAC COLLINS stroyer in the Pacific theater. Following the pledge that we will never forget the selfless OF GEORGIA war’s conclusion in 1945, Mr. Ecke attended dedication of these men and women on behalf IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Ohio State University where he graduated of our communities. Their bravery, dedication with a degree in horticulture. After graduation, and commitment to public service are qualities Thursday, May 16, 2002 when America found itself embroiled in a war of which every American can be proud. Today, Mr. COLLINS. Mr. Speaker, today I would against communist aggression in Korea, Mr. I join the residents of the 7th District of Vir- like to recognize and commend Guy Sims of Ecke again answered America’s call by serv- ginia in honoring and remembering these Muscogee County. ing as a damage control officer in the China brave men and women and say thank you to Mr. Sims has spent the last 36 years work- Sea for the Navy’s 7th Fleet. America’s police officers. ing to strengthen and build the minds of young Despite his heroic service in the Navy, Paul I am proud to stand today to honor these people in the Greater Columbus, Georgia re- Ecke did not choose to pursue a career in the real American heroes. gion. military. There is, perhaps, a slight taste of In 1966, Mr. Sims began a teaching career irony that this military hero pioneered and f at Wood Elementary School. In the twenty championed a symbol, the poinsettia, which is years between 1971 and 1991, he served as synonymous with Christmas and the Holiday NATIONAL HOSPITAL WEEK principal of Rose Hill, Fox, and Carver Ele- season; a time when people of many faiths mentary schools. For the past five years he pray for peace among nations and good will has served with distinction as Superintendent towards men. HON. MICHAEL E. CAPUANO of the Muscogee County School District. Mr. Ecke found new techniques of culti- OF MASSACHUSETTS During his time working with young people, vating, genetically engineering, and marketing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES he has demonstrated his dedication to edu- poinsettias. Today, thanks to Mr. Ecke’s leg- Thursday, May 16, 2002 cation by serving as President of the Georgia acy, approximately 60 percent of the world Association of Elementary School Principals, poinsettia market consists of licensed varieties Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great served on the Georgia Department of Edu- developed at the Ecke Ranch. This figure in- pleasure that I rise today to recognize May cation committees for State Standards Evalua- cludes over 65 million poinsettias sold nation- 12Ð18, 2002 as National Hospital Week. This tion, Performance Based Education, Personnel wide last year. year’s theme, ‘‘Where Miracles Happen Every Development, and Teacher of the Year Selec- Mr. Ecke shared the success of his busi- Day’’ is a fitting tribute to our nation’s hospitals tion. ness with many charitable causes. His philan- and their dedicated staffs of health care pro- In his spare time, Mr. Sims has been a thropy in the San Diego area was particularly fessionals. This week, we should all recognize faithful community servant working with the generous: he shared his wealth with local the service of these health care workers, vol- Muscogee Educational Excellence Foundation, schools and universities, deeded land to the unteers and other professionals who are com- the Leadership Morality Institute, the United state of California for preservation, and took mitted to providing quality care to communities Way, Columbus Communities in Schools, the the North Coast Family YMCA, which was throughout the country. Columbus Literate Community, the Georgia later renamed after his mother Magdalena, National Hospital Week was first celebrated Early Leaming Initiative, the Rotary Club, Advi- under his wing. eighty years ago in an effort to encourage sory Partnership Groups, and the Chamber of Mr. Speaker, Paul Ecke was my friend. Al- more Americans to rely on the care provided Commerce. though I am grieved by his passing I, along at health care facilities. It has now become a Mr. Sims has been instrumental in estab- with the many other lives he touched, take sol- powerful way to honor a remarkable industry. lishing the Reading Recovery Program, a Spe- ace in knowing that Mr. Ecke’s legacy lives This year, we celebrate the impact of quality cial Purpose Local Option Sales Tax, con- on: in the County of San Diego and in every health care on our nation’s families. struction of new libraries, Georgia’s Choice, home that takes in a poinsettia for the Holiday Hospitals are at the cutting edge of our raising teacher salaries, magnate and alter- season. health care system. From supporting native schools, and an improved District Tech- f groundbreaking research in new therapies to nology Plan. advancing new technologies in patient care, Mr. Sims has exemplified the behavior of a HONORING NATIONAL POLICE WEEK hospitals are at the forefront of diagnosing, dedicated teacher and administrator during a understanding, treating, curing and preventing time when not enough recognition is given to disease. These continuing improvements in those who educate children. He has stayed HON. ERIC CANTOR medical care have helped patients recover the course when so many are leaving our OF VIRGINIA faster from injuries and sickness while allow- schools for better paying jobs in the private IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing many people to live happier and healthier sector. Thursday, May 16, 2002 lives. So, on the occasion of his retirement, I I believe that it is important to recognize our would like to thank Mr. Sims for his service to Mr. CANTOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to health care system and the instrumental role it countless young people. In fact, if you were to honor National Police Week. Police officers plays in ensuring quality, comprehensive care gather together all of the young people whose provide for the public safety, and their con- in all of our communities. From life saving sur- lives have been touched by this man, you tributions to our communities truly epitomize geries to routine physicals, hospitals continu- could not fit them all in the Capitol. public service. This week we are proud to rec- ously provide quality health care to patients Mr. Sims, I wish you a happy retirement and ognize those who put themselves in danger and their families. thank you for your service to your nation and day in and day out for our protection. to the children and community of Muscogee The terrorist attacks of September 11th The people of my Congressional District are County. highlighted the importance of law enforcement fortunate to have some of the best research, teaching and community hospitals right in their f officers in every day life. These tragic events demonstrated how vulnerable we are and how backyard. Patients from New England, across HONORING MR. PAUL ECKE indispensable police are in maintaining order the nation, and throughout the world come to in emergency situations. The law enforcement these care centers seeking hope for better HON. DARRELL E. ISSA officers who lost their lives in the line of duty lives. Those of us from the Boston region must never take these hospitals and their OF CALIFORNIA that day impress us with their sense of duty staffs for granted. National Hospital Week is IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and dedication to public safety. As we honor fallen officers, we need to re- the perfect opportunity to recognizing the mir- Thursday, May 16, 2002 member that all law enforcement officials put acles that are performed in these hospitals Mr. ISSA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to honor their lives on the line everyday. Too often we each day. the memory of Mr. Paul Ecke, a friend whom take for granted our community police and the Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join I have known for many years. Mr. Ecke, who sacrifices they make for our safety. This week me as we celebrate National Hospital Week passed away on May 13th, led a truly remark- we should show our appreciation to these offi- and recognize the success and dedication of able life. cers and their families and especially to the our nation’s hospitals.

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.064 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E849 HONORING KATHERINE CLOSE, RE- the men and women whose livelihood deed to make this lasting tribute to these brave GIONAL SPELLING BEE CHAM- pends on transportation-related projects. individuals a reality. PION Mr. Speaker, without the passage of this im- This monument honors eight members of portant legislation, my state of Texas will lose the Tulare County Sheriff’s Department, three HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. $297 million dollars in Federal transportation members of the California Highway Patrol, and OF NEW JERSEY funds. Texas simply cannot afford cuts of this eight members of various other law enforce- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES magnitude. H.R. 3694 is a good piece of legis- ment agencies located in Tulare County, in- lation and is supported by 317 cosponsors. I cluding one federal officer from the National Thursday, May 16, 2002 urge the adoption of this important bill and ask Parks Service. The Tulare County peace offi- Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to my colleagues to vote in favor of it. cers who have been killed in the line of duty recognize an exceptional young woman from f are: Deputy John N. Wren, Deputy Oscar A. my district that has distinguished herself by Beaver, Constable Robert A. Carter, Officer winning the March Spelldown 2002, allowing RECOGNIZING THE 50TH ANNIVER- George Owen Barlow, Officer Norman A. her to advance to the 75th Annual Scripps SARY OF THE MONTEREY PARK Kessler, Officer Richard L. Simpson, Sergeant Howard National Spelling Bee. DEMOCRATIC CLUB Charles Garrison, Officer Richard W. Smith, Katherine ‘‘Kerry’’ Close, a fourth grader Deputy Ross C. Cochran, Officer John R. from Spring Lake, New Jersey, beat 100 other HON. HILDA L. SOLIS Ellis, Deputy Vernon L. Cox, Deputy Carlos students in Monmouth, Middlesex and Ocean OF CALIFORNIA Magana, Officer Thomas J. Schroth, Detective Counties to make it to the final round of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Monty L. Conley, Detective Joe R. Landin, regional spelling bee held in Asbury Park, Thursday, May 16, 2002 Deputy Michael R. Egan, Reserve Officer New Jersey. Winning the bee qualified her Ronald Hills, Ranger James Randall and a guardian for a paid trip here to Wash- Ms. SOLIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- Morgenson, and Officer James J. Rapozo. ington to compete with 249 other nationwide ognize the 50th anniversary of the Monterey In closing, I thank these and every other law winners who will compete in the four-day na- Park Democratic Club. Founded on May 19, enforcement officer for their sacrifices made to tional bee beginning May 26. 1952, the Monterey Park Democratic Club has protect and serve their fellow citizens. made many achievements over the years. Her study strategies include listening to a f couple hundred words each day, then having One of their most important efforts has been her parents quiz her on those words. In reality, to increase voter turn out. This has given a RECOGNITION OF AARON SIMMONS the possible words she may face can be any voice to numerous residents of Monterey Park word in the English language, a daunting task who otherwise would not have had one. Since HON. SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO for a nine-year old. Kerry will also be one of the 1950s, the Monterey Park Democratic OF WEST VIRGINIA Club has also sponsored and promoted sev- the few contestants her age, but insists that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES she is not nervous about the event. eral important community events, including I and all the residents of the Sixth Congres- roundtable discussions on local issues. Club Thursday, May 16, 2002 sional District of New Jersey would like to members are not afraid to tackle sensitive Mrs. CAPITO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in once again congratulate Kerry on her achieve- issues like the Nuclear Freeze campaign of recognition of Aaron Simmons, founder and ment. I urge my colleagues to join me in wish- the 1980s, lobbying to close the nearby landfill president of TreePots, Incorporated, in the ing the best of luck to Kerry and all her fellow or opposing billboard signs and gambling. Second Congressional District of West Vir- spelling bee champions from around the na- Their passion and leadership is commendable. ginia. Mr. Simmons has achieved the title of tion as they compete at the national spelling I applaud President Irv Wilner and other club Young Entrepreneur of the Year. The West bee championships. leaders for their leadership. Virginia Division of the United States Small f It is clear that the Monterey Park Demo- Business Administration, a leader in the pro- cratic Club has done much to enhance peo- motion and growth of our state, gives this HIGHWAY FUNDING RESTORATION ple’s confidence in government and faith in award annually. ACT democracy. I ask you to join me in honoring Mr. Simmons began TreePots, Incorporated, their celebration. SPEECH OF with the idea of creating a planter to place f around trees. Mr. Simmons’ enterprising con- HON. SILVESTRE REYES cept has provided a three-year corporate suc- REMEMBRANCE OF FALLEN OF TEXAS cess for him. Mr. Simmons truly embodies the TULARE COUNTY PEACE OFFICERS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES values that created the American success Tuesday, May 14, 2002 story: self-reliance, hard work, perseverance HON. WILLIAM M. THOMAS and optimism. I commend him for his contribu- Mr. REYES. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in OF CALIFORNIA tions to the West Virginia economy. strong support of H.R. 3694 a bill to restore IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Successful small businesses not only serve critically needed federal highway funds. I am a Thursday, May 16, 2002 as the backbone of the economy, they anchor cosponsor of this important piece of legisla- communities and promote civic pride. I urge tion. Mr. THOMAS of California. Mr. Speaker, my colleagues to join me in celebrating Mr. As you know, the President’s budget in- today I rise to join the people of Tulare County Simmons’ tremendous achievement as the cludes a cut of nearly 27 percent or $8.5 bil- and the United States of America in thanking West Virginia Small Business Administration’s lion to the Federal highway program in Fiscal those peace officers who have made the su- Young Entrepreneur of the Year. Year 2003. The impact of such a cut would be preme sacrifice while working to enforce our devastating to state and local transportation laws, protect our homes, and guard our lives. f programs and to the economy in general. Events of the past year have served as a A TRIBUTE TO DR. CALVIN W. Every $1 billion invested in the Federal high- poignant reminder of the selfless dedication to BURNETT way program supports an estimated 42,000 duty that peace officers demonstrate every jobs. A cut of the magnitude in the President’s day, and those of us who served in the 105th HON. ROBERT L. EHRLICH, JR. budget would result in the loss of hundreds of Congress were the direct beneficiaries of this thousands of jobs at a time when the econ- devotion, when two Capitol Hill Police Officers OF MARYLAND omy is slowly pulling out of a recession. fell in the line of duty. HON. ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS The Highway Funding Restoration Act in- The Tulare County Sheriff’s Department’s OF MARYLAND creases funding for roads bridges and safety Peace Officer Memorial Service and dedica- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES programs by $4.5 billions in Fiscal Year 2003, tion of the Peace Officer Memorial was held the level authorized by the Transportation Eq- yesterday, May 15, 2002, in Visalia, California. Thursday, May 16, 2002 uity Act for the 21st Century (TEAÐ21). Since This monument pays tribute to the nineteen Mr. EHRLICH. Mr. Speaker, we rise today the enactment of TEAÐ21, the nation’s trans- Tulare County peace officers who have lost to pay special tribute to Dr. Calvin W. Burnett, portation infrastructure has benefitted im- their lives in the line of duty. To honor their President of Coppin State College in Balti- mensely. To halt this progress by cutting fund- noble sacrifices, the people of Tulare County more, Maryland. On May 17th, we will join ing by 27 percent would hurt communities and have come together to donate the funds need- many of Dr. Burnett’s admirers in a tribute to

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K16MY8.006 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 E850 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks May 17, 2002 his 32 years of outstanding leadership at House of Representatives Child Care Center. a few of the positions in a fast-paced, dynamic Coppin. Since 1985, the Center has provided out- environment. These jobs require personnel Dr. Burnett earned his bachelor’s degree standing preschool and educationally enriching with the skills and talent to build, operate, and and Ph.D. from St. Louis University. He was a care for children of Members and staff of the maintain a vast network of systems. Guaran- faculty member and administrator at the House, enabling parents to work free of worry teeing an efficient and smoothly operating Catholic University of America and Southern about their children’s welfare. We are grateful transportation system requires the best and Illinois University prior to his tenure at Coppin. to Dr. Ehrenberg, and her dedicated staff, for brightest in our workforce. Since becoming Coppin’s president in 1970, making this possible, and for the many im- Despite a recent US. News and World Re- Dr. Burnett has guided the college from a provements which she has initiated and imple- port cover story that highlighted transportation teacher education institution to a comprehen- mented for the Center during her tenure. engineering as one of the eight most secure sive college in a challenging urban setting. Christine is only the second director of jobs and the immersion of new technologies The school places an emphasis on the prob- HRCCC. When she arrived in 1997, she that are expanding career opportunities in the lems, needs, and aspirations of Baltimore City brought a wealth of experience in the edu- transportation industry, much of the seasoned and offers instructional programs for its stu- cational field. Her direction of the Center, and transportation workforce is slowly dis- dents to meet these needs. her guidance to those who oversee it, have appearing. According to the Federal Highway Dr. Burnett is also active in many charitable been invaluable. But we are supremely con- Administration, 40 percent of the State and and civic organizations and through his work fident that the greatest beneficiaries of local transportation workforce is between the has become a respected leader in Baltimore Christine’s talents and efforts, by far, have ages of 45Ð64. In the next 5 to 15 years, 40 and the entire state of Maryland. A few of the been the children enrolled in the Center. to 50 percent of all transportation workers will organizations he has been associated with in- Christine’s has not always been an easy job— begin to retire. An article in the July/August clude the Black/Jewish Forum for Maryland; the events of the dreadful morning of Sep- 2001 issue of Public Roads, entitled, Help the Baltimore Area Council—Boy Scouts of tember 11 come immediately to mind, together Wanted: Meeting the Need for Tomorrow’s America; the Metropolitan YMCA; the Walters with the logistics of relocating the Center, Transportation Workforce, by Clark Martin, Art Gallery; the State NAACP Jubilee Day once permanently to its current location, and amply illustrates these concerns. I would like Committee; and the State of Maryland Civil once temporarily. But despite difficult cir- to submit the article for the record. Rights Commission. cumstances, Christine always kept the Center Last year, Coppin State held its first public on an even keel and moving in the right direc- These statistics, compounded by an in- hearing on a comprehensive strategic revital- tion. creased demand on our transportation system, ization plan. We were encouraged when we Through her work here, Christine has amplify the need for the development of a first heard that the State of Maryland had en- earned the respect and gratitude of dozens of skilled transportation workforce to manage and tered into a partnership agreement with the House families whose children started their operate the system. We must look at in- U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil educational careers at the Center. We join creased funding for programs that ensure an Rights. This particular partnership was formed them in thanking Christine for her tireless ef- expanded pool of transportation personnel as- to ensure equal access to higher education for forts in their behalf. We wish Christine and her well-as gender and ethnic diversity within the all citizens. The partnership agreement, in husband Dale all the best as they set out for current and future transportation workforce. part, calls for Coppin to implement a vision for New York State. May they always look back Some programs that promote transportation its future that reflects an enhanced mission, fondly upon their days with the House, as we jobs include: Dwight David Eisenhower Trans- campus expansion, teacher recruitment and surely will. portation Fellowship Program; Technology student retention. f Transfer Centers; National Summer Transpor- We are pleased that Coppin’s comprehen- tation Institute for Secondary School Students; sive strategic revitalizing plan was started NATIONAL TRANSPORTATION Garrett A. Morgan Technology and Transpor- when Dr. Burnett was at the helm. WEEK tation Futures Program; Summer Transpor- Mr. Speaker, we wish Dr. Burnett very best tation Internship Program for Diverse Groups; wishes as he retires from Coppin State Col- HON. ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS and The University Transportation Centers lege. His achievements will be longstanding; OF MARYLAND Program. his career has touched the lives of thousands IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In my district of Baltimore, Maryland, the of students who have benefitted from his lead- Thursday, May 16, 2002 Morgan State University Transportation Center ership. Mr. CUMMINGS. Mr. Speaker, as you may (UTC) is making strides to meet society’s Retirement will mean spending more time needs for transportation professionals. The with his wife, Dr. Gretta L. Burnett, and his be aware, this week May 12Ð18, we celebrate National Transportation Week. The 2002 theme of Morgan’s UTC is ‘‘Transportation: A children and grandchildren. We are confident, Key to Human and Economic Development.’’ however, that his commitment to Coppin and theme is ‘‘Transportation . . . It Keeps Amer- ica Moving.’’ National Transportation Week is The Center promotes transportation-related to the City of Baltimore will keep him active in careers, and provides training and research many civic and educational activities. Today, an opportunity to celebrate the successes of our transportation system and to promote opportunities to equip future transportation we celebrate Dr. Burnett’s contributions, and professionals with the knowledge and skills re- thank him for a job well done. transportation-related careers. As a member of the Transportation and In- quired to plan, develop and manage transpor- f frastructure Committee and the Chair of the tation systems. These skills include, but are THANKS AND FAREWELL TO DR. Congressional Black Caucus Transportation not limited to, designing and implementing CHRISTINE EHRENBERG, DIREC- Braintrust, I would like to share with you the intermodal transportation facilities, advanced TOR HOUSE OF REPRESENTA- concerns I have about our dwindling transpor- highway construction, magnetic levitation tech- TIVES CHILD CARE CENTER tation workforce. I would like to point out the nology and smart growth community planning. opportunities we have to increase the trans- The Department of Transportation is taking HON. STENY H. HOYER portation workforce through initiatives under- a strong stand on this issue. Just this week, way by local universities and the U.S. Depart- the DOT Modal Administrators and influential OF MARYLAND ment of Transportation. leaders in the transportation professional com- HON. ROBERT W. NEY When we discuss transportation, we focus munity attended the inaugural National Trans- OF OHIO on the more tangible aspects of the system portation Workforce Summit in Washington, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that we see everyday, like the physical road, D.C. The attendees participated in workshops railroad tracks, and transit systems. We often focusing on the Workforce Pipeline, Training Thursday, May 16, 2002 overlook the very people who make the sys- and Development, and Institutionalizing Work- Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, on the occasion tem work—the professionals and laymen who force Development. The signing of ‘‘A Partner- of her departure at the end of this month for have established the U.S. transportation sys- ship for Educating, Training and Developing a teaching position in the Empire State, we tem as one of the safest and most efficient in the Nation’s Transportation Workforce’’ by rise to thank Dr. Christine Greer Ehrenberg for the world. Transportation and traffic engineers, Summit participants on May 13, 2002, was an her exemplary service to this House. transportation planners, construction and work important outcome of the meeting. The signers For the past four and one-half years, Dr. zone crews, intelligent transportation systems of the document agreed to work in partnership Ehrenberg has served as the Director of the specialists, and transit operators to name just to:

VerDate 112000 04:26 May 18, 2002 Jkt 099060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A16MY8.077 pfrm01 PsN: E17PT1 May 17, 2002 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E851 1. Provide, within their own agencies and meeting these goals to address the transpor- moting action on land use issues and histor- organizations, a focus on implementing pro- tation development needs of our nation. ical preservation. Clearly, Joanne knows the grams and policies that will assure the devel- f value of preserving our traditions and herit- opment, support and management of an effi- PAYING TRIBUTE TO JOANNE age—a past—from which future generations cient and effective workforce; KLEPINGER DITMER can learn. Joanne’s approach to the subjects 2. Support partnership efforts in the trans- for which she is so passionate has inspired portation and education communities that will HON. SCOTT McINNIS the everyday man, the civil servant, and the environmental advocate alike. Due to this, and help build young people’s interest in transpor- OF COLORADO the respect that she has gained from her col- tation careers, and will support continuing edu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cation, training and professional development leagues, Joanne is being recognized for her opportunities for today’s and tomorrow’s work- Thursday, May 16, 2000 efforts by Colorado Preservation, Inc. with the ers; and Mr. McINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor Dana Crawford Award for Excellence in Pres- today to pay tribute to Joanne Klepinger 3. Promote a greater understanding that an ervation. Ditmer. Joanne has been an advocate for efficient, well-trained workforce is critical to de- preservation for over 40 years. She has been I am proud of the history of my state and I veloping, operating, and managing the Na- instrumental in preserving not only the building known the value of the work that Joanne does tion’s transportation system, and it is vital to and landmarks that make my state of Colo- to preserve that history. Mr. Speaker, I am National security, U.S. economic growth, and rado so great but also the spirit of the Western honored to bring the hard work and dedication the quality of life for all Americans. frontier. of Joanne Klepinger Ditmer to the attention of As we continue to review issues related to In 1962, Joanne began her column ‘‘Raising this body of Congress and of this nation. On TEAÐ21 and prepare for its reauthorization, I the Roof’’ in the Denver Post. Not only was behalf of the people of Colorado and indeed hope that we will begin to look at how we can the column the longest running column in the this nation, thank you Joanne for all that you assist the Department of Transportation and history of the paper, only ending this year, but have done and will continue to do in the fu- the transportation professional community in it also it was enormously effective in pro- ture.

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HIGHLIGHTS Senate passed H.R. 3167, Gerald B.H. Solomon Freedom Consolidation Act/NATO Expansion. Senate company for assistance with health insurance cov- Chamber Action erage and interim assistance. Page S4519 Routine Proceedings, pages S4511–S4547 Daschle Amendment No. 3434 (to Amendment Measures Introduced: Three bills and two resolu- No. 3433), to clarify that steelworker retirees and el- tions were introduced, as follows: S. 2531–2533, and igible beneficiaries are not eligible for other trade S. Con. Res. 112–113. adjustment assistance unless they would otherwise be eligible for that assistance. Page S4519 Measures Passed: Dorgan Amendment No. 3439 (to Amendment Gerald B.H. Solomon Freedom Consolidation No. 3401), to permit private financing of agricul- Act/NATO Expansion: By 85 yeas to 6 nays (Vote tural sales to Cuba. Pages S4520–23 No. 116), Senate passed H.R. 3167, to endorse the Allen Amendment No. 3406 (to Amendment No. vision of further enlargement of the NATO Alliance 3401), to provide mortgage payment assistance for articulated by President George W. Bush on June employees who are separated from employment. 15, 2001, and by former President William J. Clin- Pages S4523–25 ton on October 22, 1996, clearing the measure for Hutchison Amendment No. 3441 (to Amendment the President. Pages S4514–18 No. 3401), to prohibit a country that has not taken National Emergency Medical Services Week: steps to support the United States efforts to combat Senate agreed to S. Con. Res. 112, expressing the terrorism from receiving certain trade benefits. sense of Congress regarding the designation of the Pages S4527–28 week beginning May 19, 2002, as ‘‘National Emer- Dorgan Amendment No. 3442 (to Amendment gency Medical Services Week’’. Page S4544 No. 3401), to require the United States Trade Rep- resentative to identify effective trade remedies to ad- Child Development Strategy: Senate agreed to S. dress the unfair trade practices of the Canadian Res. 268, designating May 20, 2002, as a day for Wheat Board. Pages S4528–29 Americans to recognize the importance of teaching Reid (for Kerry) Amendment No. 3430 (to children about current events in an accessible way to Amendment No. 3401), to ensure that any artificial their development as both students and citizens. trade distorting barrier relating to foreign invest- Page S4544 ment is eliminated in any trade agreement entered Andean Trade Preference Expansion Act: Senate into under the Bipartisan Trade Promotion Author- continued consideration of H.R. 3009, to extend the ity Act of 2002. Page S4529 Andean Trade Preference Act, and to grant addi- Reid (for Torricelli/Mikulski) Amendment No. tional trade benefits under that Act, taking action on 3415 (to Amendment No. 3401), to amend the the following amendments proposed thereto: labor provisions to ensure that all trade agreements Pages S4519–25, S4527–30, S4545–47 include meaningful, enforceable provisions on work- Pending: ers’ rights. Page S4529 Baucus/Grassley Amendment No. 3401, in the na- Reid (for Reed) Amendment No. 3443 (to ture of a substitute. Pages S4519–25, S4527–30, S4545–47 Amendment No. 3401), to restore the provisions re- Rockefeller Amendment No. 3433 (to Amend- lating to secondary workers. Pages S4529–30 ment No. 3401), to provide a 1-year eligibility pe- Reid (for Nelson (FL)/Graham) Amendment No. riod for steelworker retirees and eligible beneficiaries 3440 (to Amendment No. 3401), to limit tariff re- affected by a qualified closing of a qualified steel duction authority on certain products. Page S4530 D505

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Louise L. Roseman, Director, Division of Reserve disaster response technology within the National In- Bank Operations and Payment Systems, Board of stitute of Standards and Technology, with an amend- Governors of the Federal Reserve System; James C. ment in the nature of a substitute; Benfield, Bracy Tucker Brown, Washington, D.C., S. 2182, to authorize funding for computer and on behalf of the Coin Coalition; and Amy Mossett, network security research and development and re- New Town, North Dakota. search fellowship programs, with an amendment in BUSINESS MEETING the nature of a substitute; S. 2329, to improve seaport security, with an Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: amendment; Committee ordered favorably reported the following S. 2428, to amend the National Sea Grant College business items: Program Act; and S. 2201, to protect the online privacy of individ- The nomination of Harold D. Stratton, of New uals who use the Internet, with an amendment in Mexico, to be Chairman and a Commissioner of the the nature of a substitute; Consumer Product Safety Commission; and routine S. 630, to prohibit senders of unsolicited commer- nominations for promotions in the United States cial electronic mail from disguising the source of Coast Guard. their messages, to give consumers the choice to cease receiving a sender’s unsolicited commercial electronic BUSINESS MEETING mail messages, with an amendment in the nature of a substitute; Committee on Environment and Public Works: Com- S. 414, to amend the National Telecommuni- mittee ordered favorably reported S. 1961, to im- cations and Information Administration Organization prove financial and environmental sustainability of Act to establish a digital network technology pro- the water programs of the United States, with an gram; amendment in the nature of a substitute. S. 2037, to mobilize technology and science experts to respond quickly to the threats posed by ter- INTELLIGENCE rorist attacks and other emergencies, by providing Select Committee on Intelligence: Committee met in for the establishment of a national emergency tech- closed session to consider pending intelligence mat- nology guard, a technology reliability advisory ters, made no announcements, and recessed subject board, and a center for evaluating antiterrorism and to call. h House of Representatives Rockefeller Amendment No. 3433 (to Amendment Chamber Action No. 3401), to occur at 11 a.m. The House was not in session today. It will meet During the balance of the week, Senate may con- at 12:30 p.m. on Monday, May 20 for morning hour sider the Supplemental Appropriations bill, and any debate. other cleared legislative and executive business. Committee Meetings Senate Committees No Committee meetings were held. (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) f Special Committee on Aging: May 20, to hold hearings to examine financial crimes targeting the elderly, focusing CONGRESSIONAL PROGRAM AHEAD on the nature, scope, and effect these crimes have on sen- Week of May 20 through May 25, 2002 iors, and to raise awareness of financial exploitation of the elderly, 2 p.m., SD–215. Senate Chamber May 23, Full Committee, to hold hearings to examine challenges women face concerning retirement and secu- On Monday, Senate will resume consideration of rity, 9:30 a.m., SD–628. H.R. 3009, Andean Trade Preference Expansion Act. Committee on Appropriations: May 21, Subcommittee on On Tuesday, Senate will continue consideration of Defense, to hold hearings on proposed budget estimates H.R. 3009, Andean Trade Preference Expansion Act, for fiscal year 2003 for the Department of Defense, 10 with a vote on the motion to close further debate on a.m., SD–192.

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May 22, Subcommittee on Labor, Health and Human May 23, Full Committee, to hold hearings to examine Services, and Education, to hold hearings to examine voting representation in Congress for the citizens of the issues surrounding Parkinson’s disease, 9:30 a.m., District of Columbia, 2:30 p.m., SD–342. SH–216. Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions: May Committee on Armed Services: May 21, Subcommittee on 21, to hold hearings to examine strategies for improving Emerging Threats and Capabilities, to hold hearings to nutrition and physical activity in America, 2:30 p.m., examine management improvement of Department of De- SD–430. fense Test and Evaluation Facilities, 9:30 a.m., SR–232A. May 23, Full Committee, to hold hearings to examine Committee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs: May equal opportunity in American schools, 9:30 a.m., 21, business meeting to mark up the Public Company SD–430. Accounting Reform and Investor Protection Act of 2002, Committee on Indian Affairs: May 22, to hold hearings 10 a.m., SD–538. on S.1340, to amend the Indian Land Consolidation Act Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: May to provide for probate reform with respect to trust or re- 21, to hold hearings to examine progress concerning avia- stricted lands, 10 a.m., SR–485. tion security issues, 9:30 a.m., SR–253. Select Committee on Intelligence: May 22, to hold closed May 21, Subcommittee on Consumer Affairs, Foreign hearings on pending intelligence matters, 2:30 p.m., Commerce, and Tourism, to hold hearings to examine SH–219. U.S./Cuban trade policy, 2:30 p.m., SR–253. Committee on the Judiciary: May 21, to hold oversight May 22, Full Committee, to hold hearings to examine hearings to examine the Civil Rights Division, Depart- ment of Justice, 2 p.m., SD–226. the promotion of local telecommunication competition, May 22, Subcommittee on Crime and Drugs, to hold focusing on greater broadband deployment, 9:30 a.m., hearings to examine Federal cocaine sentencing policies, SR–253. 10:30 a.m., SD–226. May 22, Subcommittee on Consumer Affairs, Foreign May 23, Full Committee, to hold hearings to examine Commerce, and Tourism, to hold hearings to examine the pending judicial nominations, 2 p.m., SD–226. federal regulation of the sport of boxing, 1 p.m., SH–216. House Chamber May 22, Subcommittee on Science, Technology, and Space, to hold hearings to examine the National Science To be announced. Foundation budget, focusing on Federal research and development activities, 2:30 p.m., SR–253. House Committees Committee on Energy and Natural Resources: May 22, to Committee on Armed Services, May 21, Special Oversight hold hearings on S.J.Res.34, approving the site at Yucca Panel on Terrorism, hearing on assessing support for ter- Mountain, Nevada, for the development of a repository rorism in the Middle East, 8:30 a.m., 2212 Rayburn. for the disposal of high-level radioactive waste and spent Committee on Energy and Commerce, May 21, Sub- nuclear fuel, pursuant to the Nuclear Waste Policy Act committee on Environment and Hazardous Materials, of 1982, 9:30 a.m., SD–106. hearing titled ‘‘MTBE Contamination in Groundwater: May 23, Full Committee, to continue hearings on Identifying and Addressing the Problem,’’ 3:30 p.m., S.J.Res.34, approving the site at Yucca Mountain, Ne- 2123 Rayburn. vada, for the development of a repository for the disposal May 23, Subcommittee on Commerce, Trade and Con- of high-level radioactive waste and spent nuclear fuel, sumer Protection, hearing on H.R. 3321, American Trav- pursuant to the Nuclear Waste Policy Act of 1982, 9:30 el Promotion Act of 2001, 9:30 a.m., 2123 Rayburn. a.m., SH–216. May 23, Subcommittee on Oversight and Investiga- Committee on Foreign Relations: May 21, to hold hearings tions, hearing entitled ‘‘Assessing America’s Health Risks: on the nominations of Paula A. DeSutter, of Virginia, to How Well Are Medicare’s Clinical Preventive Benefits Serving America’s Seniors? How Will the Next Genera- be Assistant Secretary for Verification and Compliance, tion of Preventive Medical Treatments be Incorporated Michael Alan Guhin, of Maryland, for the rank of Am- and Promoted in the Health Care System?’’ 10 a.m., bassador during tenure of service as U.S. Fissile Material 2322 Rayburn. Negotiator, and Stephen Geoffrey Rademaker, of Dela- Committee on Financial Services, May 22, hearing on Eu- ware, to be Assistant Secretary for Arms Control, all of ropean Union’s Financial Services Action Plan and its im- the Department of State, 10:30 a.m., SD–419. plications for the American financial services industry, 10 May 22, Subcommittee on Western Hemisphere, Peace a.m., 2128 Rayburn. Corps and Narcotics Affairs, to hold hearings to examine May 23, Subcommittee on Oversight and Investiga- the development of biological weapons in Cuba, 10 a.m., tions, hearing entitled ‘‘One Broker Gone Bad: Punishing SD–419. the Criminal, Making Victims Whole,’’ 9:30 a.m., 2128 Committee on Governmental Affairs: May 22, business Rayburn. meeting to consider S.2452, to establish the Department Committee on Government Reform, May 21, Subcommittee of National Homeland Security and the National Office on Civil Service, Census and Agency Organization, hear- for Combating Terrorism; and pending calendar business, ing on ‘‘More Value for Federal Employees: Cafeteria 9:30 a.m., SD–342. Benefit Plans,’’ 1 p.m., 2247 Rayburn.

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May 21, Subcommittee on Criminal Justice, Drug Pol- industrial water delivery facilities, and to eliminate a icy and Human Resources, hearing entitled ‘‘Racial Dis- deadline for such prepayment; and H.R. 4609, to direct parities in Healthcare: Confronting Unequal Treatment,’’ the Secretary of the Interior to conduct a comprehensive 12 p.m., 2154 Rayburn. study of the Rathdrum Prairie/Spokane Valley Aquifer, Committee on International Relations, May 22, hearing on located in Idaho and Washington, 10 a.m., 1334 Long- International Adoptions: Problems and Solution, 10:15 worth. a.m., 2172 Rayburn. May 22, Subcommittee on Water and Power, hearing May 22, Subcommittee on the Middle East and South on the following bills: H.R. 3561, Twenty-First Century Asia, hearing on the Future of U.S.-Saudi Relations, 2 Water Policy Commission Establishment Act; and H.R. p.m., 2172 Rayburn. 4638, to reauthorize the Mni Wiconi Rural Water Sup- Committee on the Judiciary, May 22, Subcommittee on ply Project, 2 p.m., 1334 Longworth. Courts, the Internet, and Intellectual Property, oversight May 23, Subcommittee on Fisheries Conservation, hearing on ‘‘The Accuracy and Integrity of the WHOIS Wildlife and Oceans, oversight hearing on the use of Ma- DATABASE,’’ 10 a.m., 2141 Rayburn. rine Protected Areas (MPAs) as a fisheries management Committee on Resources, May 22, full committee, to mark tool, 10 a.m., 1334 Longworth. up the following: H. Con. Res. 352, expressing the sense Committee on Rules, May 21, to consider a measure mak- of Congress that Federal land management agencies ing supplemental appropriations for the fiscal year ending should fully implement the Western Governors Associa- September 30, 2002, 4:30 p.m., H–313 Capitol. tion ‘‘Collaborative 10-year Strategy for Reducing Committee on Small Business, May 21, Subcommittee on Wildland Fire Risks to Communities and the Environ- Workforce, Empowerment and Government Programs, ment’’ to reduce the overabundance of forest fuels that hearing on Suggestions for improvements in SBA pro- place national resources at high risk of catastrophic wild- grams: veterans and disaster loans sales, focusing on the fire, and prepare a National Prescribed Fire Strategy that progress made by the National Veterans Business Devel- minimizes risks of escape; H. Con. Res. 395, celebrating opment Corporation and on H.R. 3263, Veterans’ Small the 50th anniversary of the constitution of the Common- Business Relief Act of 2001, 2 p.m., 2360 Rayburn. wealth of Puerto Rice; H.R. 521, to amend the Organic Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure, May 21, Act of Guam for the purposes of clarifying the local judi- Subcommittee on Economic Development, Public Build- cial structure of Guam; H.R. 1606, to amend section 507 ings and Emergency Management, to consider pending of the Omnibus Parks and Public Lands Management Act business, 10 a.m., 2253 Rayburn. of 1996 to authorize additional appropriations for histori- May 21, Subcommittee on Highways and Transit, cally black colleges and universities, to decrease the hearing on Relieving Highway Congestion through Ca- matching requirement related to such appropriations; pacity Enhancements and Increased Efficiency, 10 a.m., H.R. 2388, National Heritage Areas Policy Act of 2001; 2167 Rayburn. H.R. 2982, to authorize the establishment of a memorial May 22, full Committee, to mark up the following: within the area in the District of Columbia referred to H.R. 2950, Rail Infrastructure Development and Expan- in the Commemorative Works Act as ‘‘Area I’’ or ‘‘Area sion Act of the 21st Century; H.R. 3429, Over-the-Road II’’ to the victims of terrorist attacks on the United Bus Security and Safety Act of 2001; H.R. 3609, Pipeline States, to provide for the design and construction of such Infrastructure Protection To Enhance Security and Safety a memorial; H.R. 3307, Vicksburg National Military Act; H.R. 4545, Amtrak Reauthorization Act of 2002; Park Boundary Modification Act; H.R. 3380, to authorize the Ronald C. Sheffield Federal Property Protection Act the Secretary of the Interior to issue right-of-way permits of 2002; several public building 11 (b) resolutions; and for natural gas pipelines within the boundary of Great other pending business, 11 a.m., 2167 Rayburn. Smoky Mountains National Park; H.R. 3558, Species May 23, Subcommittee on Aviation, to mark up H.R. Protection and Conservation of the Environment Act; 4635, Arming Pilots Against Terrorism Act, 1 p.m., H.R. 3786, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area 2167 Rayburn. Boundary Revision Act of 2002; H.R. 3858, New River Committee on Ways and Means, May 21, Subcommittee Gorge Boundary Act of 2002; H.R. 3936, to designate on Oversight, hearing on Tax Relief Incentives for Re- and provide for the management of the Shoshone Na- newal Communities, 2 p.m., 1100 Longworth. tional Recreation Trail; H.R. 3942, John Muir National Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence, May 23, Sub- Historic Site Boundary Adjustment Act; H.R. 4103, committee on Human Intelligence, Analysis and Counter- Martin’s Cove Land Transfer Act; H.R. 4129, to amend intelligence and Technical and Tactical Intelligence, exec- the Central Utah Project Completion Act to clarify the utive, on J–2 Issues, 10 a.m., H–405 Capitol. responsibilities of the Secretary of the Interior with respect to the Central Utah Project, to redirect unexpended Joint Meetings budget authority for the Central Utah Project for waste- Conference: May 22, meeting of conferees on H.R. 333, water treatment and reuse and other purposes, to provide to amend title 11, United States Code, 2 p.m., S–211, for prepayment of repayment contracts for municipal and Capitol.

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1 p.m., Monday, May 20 12:30 p.m., Monday, May 20

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Monday: After the transaction of any Program for Monday: Consideration of Suspension. morning business (not to extend beyond 2 p.m.), Senate will resume consideration of H.R. 3009, Andean Trade Preference Expansion Act.

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

HOUSE Hastings, Alcee L., Fla., E846 Rahall, Nick J., II, W.Va., E832 Hoyer, Steny H., Md., E850 Ramstad, Jim, Minn., E846 Barr, Bob, Ga., E842 Issa, Darrell E., Calif., E848 Reyes, Silvestre, Tex., E849 Bentsen, Ken, Tex., E836 Kanjorski, Paul E., Pa., E836 Rogers, Mike, Mich., E837 Berman, Howard L., Calif., E835 Kennedy, Mark R., Minn., E844 Roybal-Allard, Lucille, Calif., E846 Bonior, David E., Mich., E835, E845 Kilpatrick, Carolyn C., Mich., E842 Rush, Bobby L., Ill., E847 Cantor, Eric, Va., E848 Lantos, Tom, Calif., E833, E840 Sanders, Bernard, Vt., E845 Capito, Shelley Moore, W.Va., E849 LaTourette, Steve C., Ohio, E839 Schaffer, Bob, Colo., E836 Capps, Lois, Calif., E842, E843 McGovern, James P., Mass., E846 Schiff, Adam B., Calif., E831 Capuano, Michael E., Mass., E848 McInnis, Scott, Colo., E842, E843, E844, E851 Shaw, E. Clay, Jr., Fla., E832 Chambliss, Saxby, Ga., E843 Maloney, James H., Conn., E846 Shimkus, John, Ill., E838 Collins, Mac, Ga., E848 Mascara, Frank, Pa., E831, E835 Shows, Ronnie, Miss., E844 Cox, Christopher, Calif., E847 Miller, George, Calif., E839 Slaughter, Louise McIntosh, N.Y., E831 Cummings, Elijah E., Md., E849, E850 Moran, Jerry, Kansas, E844 Solis, Hilda L., Calif., E849 Davis, Danny K., Ill., E842 Ney, Robert W., Ohio, E850 Stark, Fortney Pete, Calif., E835 Diaz-Balart, Lincoln, Fla., E834, E837 Oberstar, James L., Minn., E837 Sweeney, John E., N.Y., E839 Ehrlich, Robert L., Jr., Md., E849 Pallone, Frank, Jr., N.J., E849 Thomas, William M., Calif., E849 Gillmor, Paul E., Ohio, E831, E834, E835, E836, E838 Portman, Rob, Ohio, E837 Upton, Fred, Mich., E844

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