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Vol. 150 WASHINGTON, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2004 No. 133 House of Representatives The House met at 10 a.m. and was PRAYER THE JOURNAL called to order by the Speaker pro tem- The Chaplain, the Reverend Daniel P. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The pore (Mr. SIMPSON). Coughlin, offered the following prayer: Chair has examined the Journal of the Blessed be the God and Father of us f all, for he has chosen you to be rep- last day’s proceedings and announces resentatives of his people. to the House his approval thereof. Lord God, what a blessing it is to re- DESIGNATION OF THE SPEAKER Pursuant to clause 1, rule I, the Jour- alize one has a calling at a particular PRO TEMPORE nal stands approved. time for a specific service to accomplish Your holy will. It is then we truly The SPEAKER pro tempore laid be- f fore the House the following commu- have purpose. nication from the Speaker: Both in great and small things, we WASHINGTON, DC, become neither overwhelmed nor dis- PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE November 18, 2004. dainful. Every task can be embraced. Every duty fulfilled. Every burden can The SPEAKER pro tempore. Will the I hereby appoint the Honorable MICHAEL K. be lightened by the knowledge that gentleman from Wisconsin (Mr. GREEN) SIMPSON to act as Speaker pro tempore on come forward and lead the House in the this day. You, O Lord, are accomplishing great J. DENNIS HASTERT, things in and through us, both now and Pledge of Allegiance. Speaker of the House of Representatives. always. Amen.

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VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:23 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO7.000 H18PT1 H9966 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin led the REWARDING AMERICANS FOR PAYING TRIBUTE TO MARINE Pledge of Allegiance as follows: THEIR TRUST CORPORAL SHANE KIELION I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the (Ms. HARRIS asked and was given (Mr. TERRY asked and was given United States of America, and to the Repub- permission to address the House for 1 permission to address the House for 1 lic for which it stands, one nation under God, minute.) minute and to revise and extend his re- indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Ms. HARRIS. Mr. Speaker, the Amer- marks.) f ican people voted for much more than Mr. TERRY. Mr. Speaker, it is with a MEDIA THREATENS DEMOCRACY candidates or parties this election deep sense of gratitude and profound (Mr. SMITH of Texas asked and was year. They embraced our bold vision, sense of sadness that I rise to pay trib- given permission to address the House and they expect us to deliver results. ute to the life of a brave young man for 1 minute and to revise and extend They elected us with a mandate to who grew up in my hometown of his remarks.) keep our Nation on its path of eco- Omaha, Nebraska, Marine Corporal Mr. SMITH of Texas. Mr. Speaker, nomic growth and job creation, to con- Shane Kielion who died Monday in most Americans now realize that Big tinue tax relief for working families, combat in Iraq, in Fallujah. On the Media, network TV news programs and and to pare back an inefficient, bloated same day, he became a father. the largest newspapers and news maga- bureaucracy that kills dreams. With his entire life in front of him, zines, tried to determine the outcome One of our first priorities must be to Shane chose to risk everything to fight of the Presidential election. reform our wasteful and oppressive Tax for the values Americans hold close to A study by the Project for Excellence Code. Year after year, working Ameri- our hearts in a land halfway around the in Journalism confirms what Ameri- cans pay accountants and tax lawyers world. This was his second tour of cans already suspected: George Bush to help them understand this confusing duty. received more than twice as much neg- labyrinth of laws and regulations. Just My heart goes out to his wife April ative coverage as JOHN KERRY. Think think about what this energy and cap- and his brand-new son Shane and his what President Bush’s margin of vic- ital could accomplish if directed to- parents, Roger and Patricia. As a fa- tory would have been without the wards truly creative purposes. Just ther myself, I cannot imagine being un- media bias. imagine what a fair and simpler Tax able to see my sons grow up, and it But the danger is the media bias will Code could do to help us build a 21st breaks my heart that Shane will not continue. That is a real threat to de- century economy. have the same experience. But I know mocracy. So let us engage in a vigorous debate. that Shane will be watching over his When the American people do not Let us begin rewarding the trust that young son, and I hope the boy will grow have the facts, the unvarnished truth, the American people have placed in us, up knowing that his father loved him they cannot make the best decisions beginning today. and his mother very much. and we do not have good government. f Shane was known as a dedicated per- Big Media needs to reassure the son to his wife and he would be to his American people that they will strive PAYING TRIBUTE TO AND HON- son and to his country, and all Nebras- for objectivity and seek to restore ORING PHIL CRANE AND BILL LI- kans will remember him as a true their reputation as the protector of de- PINSKI American. We can take pride in the ex- mocracy, rather than remaining a (Mr. DUNCAN asked and was given ample he set, bravely fighting to make threat to it. permission to address the House for 1 the world a better place. My thoughts and prayers go out to Shane’s family f minute and to revise and extend his remarks.) and friends during this difficult time. AMERICA NEEDS THE BOY SCOUTS Mr. DUNCAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to May God grant them strength, peace, (Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin asked and pay tribute and honor to two of our re- and comfort. was given permission to address the tiring colleagues, Congressman PHIL f House for 1 minute.) CRANE and Congressman BILL LIPINSKI, Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speak- two of the finest men I have ever PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION er, a few minutes ago, this body known. OF S. 2986, INCREASING THE PUB- pledged its allegiance to our flag and to I first met PHIL CRANE in 1966 when LIC DEBT LIMIT our Republic, under God. Just so, at he spoke to a conservative student Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, by di- every meeting, the Boy Scouts of group at the University of Tennessee rection of the Committee on Rules, I America give their oath to our Repub- and a few years later invited him to call up House Resolution 856 and ask lic and to God. There it is, that name speak to my law school class at George for its immediate consideration. again: God. It is good enough for our Washington University. PHIL CRANE The Clerk read the resolution, as fol- pledge, it is good enough for our cur- was one of the early national leaders of lows: rency, it is even good enough to be in the modern-day conservative move- H. RES. 856 the phrase above the Speaker’s podium ment, a highly-respected professor, au- Resolved, That upon the adoption of this behind me. thor and legislator. His life has been a resolution it shall be in order without inter- But the ACLU has sued the Depart- true inspiration to countless numbers vention of any point of order to consider in ment of Defense because the Boy of young people all across this Nation. the House the bill (S. 2986) to amend title 31 Scouts of America use that phrase and BILL LIPINSKI served as my Ranking of the United States Code to increase the DOD sponsors Boy Scout troops. This is Member for the entire 6 years I chaired public debt limit. The bill shall be consid- not just the usual left-wing, anti- the Subcommittee on Aviation. I said ered as read for amendment. The previous question shall be considered as ordered on American foolishness. then that I do not believe any Chair- the bill to final passage without intervening Boy Scouts of America is a voluntary man and Ranking Member got along or motion except: (1) one hour of debate on the organization. It teaches American val- worked together better than BILL LI- bill equally divided and controlled by the ues like self-reliance and civic duty, PINSKI and I did. BILL LIPINSKI never chairman and ranking minority member of values that are at the heart of our forgot where he came from. I have al- the Committee on Ways and Means; and (2) military, values that have created so ways considered him to be a master one motion to commit. many great leaders, even former presi- politician in the very best sense of the The SPEAKER pro tempore. The gen- dents. Like never before, America word and the epitome of what a Con- tleman from New York (Mr. REYNOLDS) needs leaders, America needs role mod- gressman who truly serves his con- is recognized for 1 hour. els and positive, values-based pro- stituents should be. Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, for the grams. America needs our Boy and Girl I will miss seeing these two men on purpose of debate only, I yield the cus- Scouts. such a regular basis, but this Nation is tomary 30 minutes to the gentlewoman The Department of Defense should a better place today because of the from New York (Ms. SLAUGHTER), pend- not back down and, surely, the ACLU service of two gentlemen from Illinois, ing which I yield myself such time as I has better things to do. PHIL CRANE and BILL LIPINSKI. may consume. During consideration of

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:23 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.002 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9967 this resolution, all time yielded is for the continued delivery of vital services Last night in the Committee on the purpose of debate only. for our citizens, and provide the equip- Rules, my colleague, the gentleman (Mr. REYNOLDS asked and was ment, supplies, and munitions our from California (Mr. THOMPSON), of- given permission to revise and extend troops need to continue our fight in the fered an amendment to S. 2986 to help his remarks.) war on terror. us get on the path of fiscal discipline. Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, House Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to The Thompson amendment, co-au- Resolution 856 is a closed rule that pro- support this rule and the underlying thored with the gentleman from Texas vides for consideration of S. 2986, a bill bill. (Mr. STENHOLM), one of this body’s to increase the public debt limit. The Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of most thoughtful Members on budget rule provides one hour of debate, equal- my time. issues, would have allowed this body to ly divided and controlled by the chair- b 1015 restore the PAYGO rules and spending man and ranking minority member of caps that were allowed to lapse in 2002. the Committee on Ways and Means. Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I Regrettably, the Thompson amend- The rule waives all points of order yield myself such time as I may con- ment was rejected and my colleagues against consideration of the bill. Fi- sume. are being denied the opportunity to re- nally, the rule provides 1 motion to (Ms. SLAUGHTER asked and was store some budget discipline. commit. given permission to revise and extend Mr. Speaker, our national deficit Mr. Speaker, the debt limit increase her remarks.) keeps hitting historic highs, $413 bil- bill that will come before this body is Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, as of lion by the end of September, and no a necessary step in order to avoid a yesterday, the national debt hit end in sight, particularly as we are shutdown of our government. The Fed- $7,444,423,020,967.95. It translates to spending $5 billion a month on the war. eral Government has never before de- over $25,000 owed by each and every one At this rate, deficits will continue for faulted on our obligations, but without of us. The national debt is growing so years to come, adding several trillion our immediate action today we will fast, $1.6 billion every single day, that at a minimum to the colossal debt we simply be unable to pay our bills. the last seven digits on the national have already incurred. In fact, the Con- Mr. Speaker, the underlying bill in- debt clock in New York City are flip- gressional Budget Office analysis indi- creases the statutory debt limit in ping faster than can be seen by the cates that at the current rate of deficit order to protect the full faith and cred- human eye. spending, by the year 2014 the debt ceil- it of the United States. It is necessary No one is spared this heavy economic ing will have to be raised to $14.5 tril- and not an unusual step to ensure that burden, not even America’s children. In lion. the Federal Government is able to pay fact, today every child born in America Chronic budget deficits also under- its bills. comes into this world owing a birth tax mine the economic security of Ameri- It is important to note that the level of $25,255 which is their share of pay- cans. As the government’s appetite for of debt subject to limit is a function of ment on a national debt that they had money increases and it consumes more past decisions made by decades of ad- no part in creating. and more of the capital available in ministrations and Congresses. It is To my friends on the other side of credit markets, more Americans will equally important to note that increas- the aisle that fought with such fervor face higher interest rates and find it ing the debt limit does not increase the and passion against the so-called death harder to finance their homes, their deficit. tax, I ask, where is the moral indigna- education, and their businesses. As Robert Rubin, President Clinton’s tion when it comes to the birth tax Moreover, there is cause for alarm Treasury Secretary noted, ‘‘Passage of which is levied on this Nation’s most when we look at how this debt is being the debt ceiling is totally unrelated to innocent Americans, its children? financed. I have serious concerns about deficit reduction.’’ And in testimony This is a moral issue. The Federal how this Nation will maintain its sov- before the House Committee on Bank- Government cannot continue to borrow ereignty as foreign governments and ing and Financial Services, he further 20 cents of every dollar it spends, run nationals continue to bankroll us. noted that ‘‘The debt limit is about up historic deficits, and add to the Fed- Today, the Japanese hold over $600 meeting obligations already incurred, eral debt without seriously harming billion in U.S. debt paper and the Chi- while future deficits can only be re- the economy for generations yet un- nese hold between $225 and $275 billion. duced so actions taken in the budget born. When 90 percent of new debt is pur- process itself.’’ Today, Mr. Speaker, the House will chased by the likes of the Bank of While the publicly-held debt has in- consider a measure to raise the debt China and Japanese interests, how can creased more rapidly in recent years, it ceiling for the third time in 3 years. we be sure that we have the resources is a result of the ongoing war against The debt ceiling is a statutory limit, to provide for the national defense? terrorism, an effort that began after imposed by law on the total amount of How do we ensure our independence the horrific attacks on our Nation on debt that the United States of America when foreign governments who do not September 11, 2001. can incur. It currently stands at $7.384 share our Nation’s values or views on Without passage of the underlying trillion. At the beginning of President foreign policy issues buy up our bonds? bill today, vital programs such as So- Bush’s first term, Congress was told I strongly believe that the level of cial Security, medicare, unemployment that the debt ceiling would not need to foreign holdings is a grave and gath- insurance benefits, veterans’ care, and be raised until the year 2008 at the ear- ering threat to our Nation’s sov- military retirement are all put in jeop- liest. However, if we count the $800 bil- ereignty. ardy. lion increase provided for under S. 2986, Mr. Speaker the closed rule before us We risk not providing food, clothing, the bill to be considered later today, today only allows an hour to debate ammunition, and other necessary re- the debt limit will have been raised by the national debt. That is simply not sources to our brave men and women more than $2 trillion since President enough time to debate an issue that af- engaged in the war on terror. Highway Bush took office. fects every man, woman and child, liv- funding, disaster assistance, the Low- On this day, with Americans coming ing and unborn, in this country. More- Income Home Energy Assistance Pro- together in Little Rock, Arkansas, to over, the majority’s refusal to let the gram, all will be at risk. open the Bill Clinton Presidential Li- Simpson-Stenholm PAYGO amend- In addition, if we do not act today, brary, I find myself waxing nostalgic ment come to the floor for a vote is taxpayers will be further burdened for the budget policies of the 1990s: the foolhardy. Without a major change in with higher interest rates, and we risk PAYGO rules, the spending caps and course, we are on the path to debt for the disruption of financial markets at other critical budget policies that set generations to come. a time when our national economy con- our Nation’s budget on a path to his- [From the Washington Post, Nov. 17, 2004] tinues to grow at a strong pace. toric surpluses and allowed us to pay SOARING CEILINGS Mr. Speaker, this rule and this un- down the national debt for 7 straight This week the lame-duck Congress will derlying legislation is necessary to years. It was not easy but it was the have to raise the federal debt ceiling. For keep the government operating, ensure right thing to do. several weeks the Treasury Department has

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:18 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.004 H18PT1 H9968 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 been doing the governmental equivalent of just look at the 21st century, but I I probably in my quarter century here scrounging for spare change in the couch think we kind of have to look at the have been guilty of having done it in cushions to pay its obligations. Now, with last half of the 20th century. the past. I will say that clearly in- the election safely past and Treasury at the The level of outstanding debt is sub- creasing the debt ceiling is something limits of its ingenuity, lawmakers will do the inevitable and increase the government’s ject to a limit and a function that is that it is easy to cast a ‘‘no’’ vote on borrowing authority by as much as $800 bil- past decisions made by previous admin- it, but it is not the responsible thing to lion—raising the debt ceiling to more than $8 istrations and Congresses over decades, do. trillion. as I mentioned in my opening remarks, Now, we listen to people decrying a This will be the third time in three years as well as current and past levels of number of things. Obviously, there is that the debt limit has been increased, for a economic activity and should not be talk about how this President inher- grand total of more than $2 trillion during subject to political gamesmanship. ited a wonderful surplus and today President Bush’s first term. The last hike As we look at the debt limit increase many of our colleagues are in Little was nearly $1 trillion, but it took less than measures, there have been 83 since 1940, 18 months for the government to hit the Rock, and we congratulate President newly raised ceiling. By way of comparison, Mr. Speaker, seven during the 1940s, six Clinton on the opening of his library; the entire federal debt in 1980 was less than during the 1950s, 13 during the 1960s, 18 but let us remember that as we looked $1 trillion; during the 1970s, 24 during the 1980s, 13 at the surplus that was created during There will be some noisy debate about this, during the 1990s and two far this dec- the decade of the 1990s, Mr. Speaker, it only partly on point. The debt limit, as now ade. So it is not an unusual function or was done so because of the fact that we defined, both overstates and understates the an unprecedented function or a Repub- Republicans came to majority in 1994. problem of the national debt. It overstates lican function or a Democratic func- And we came to majority focusing on a the problem by including not only what an ordinary person would think of as ‘‘real tion. It is a function of keeping the couple of things. Yes, trying to re- debt’’—the $4.3 trillion the government has government running. strain the growth of Federal spending, borrowed—but also money the government Mr. Speaker, I yield such time as he but at the same time we had our atten- essentially owes itself. These are the ‘‘trust may consume to the gentleman from tion on the issue of economic growth. funds’’ to finance future obligations, such as California (Mr. DREIER), the distin- And we know that we brought about Social Security and Medicare, that the gov- guished chairman of the Committee on that economic growth because of the ernment ‘‘borrows’’ from to pay its current Rules. fact that we were able to reduce taxes bills. To the extent this reflects a debt, it’s Mr. DREIER. Mr. Speaker, I thank to stimulate the economy. of a different sort from a Treasury bond. But the gentleman for yielding me time. Now, one of the things people say if this is a debt, the ceiling understates the I want to begin by saying that I sus- problem because the trust fund IOUs the gov- when we talk about the problems of in- ernment issues to itself don’t come close to pect that this may be the last rule that creased spending that has taken place reflecting the full cost of its future commit- will be managed by our good friend over the past 4 years, one of the things ments to those programs. from Buffalo, New York (Mr. REY- we need to recognize is that even if we This much is beyond question: The govern- NOLDS), as he is going to be taking the did not have the horrendous attacks of ment is living far beyond its means. The position that the gentleman from New September 11, 2001, against the United deficits it racks up year after year impede York (Mr. HOUGHTON) is giving up as a States of America, even if we did not economic growth, burden future generations member of the Committee on Ways and have the war and the costs of that war and force the United States to rely on for- Means representing the State of New eign governments and investors. Since Mr. in Iraq, we still would be dealing with Bush took office, foreign holdings of U.S. York on the Committee on Ways and deficit spending. We still would be debt have grown from 30 percent to 43 per- Means. So I want to say that rarely faced with the challenge of increasing cent of the total, and 90 percent of the new have we seen the kind of passionate the debt ceiling. Why? Because it was debt has been purchased by foreigners. Mean- eloquence when it has come to manage- the fact that we saw an economic slow- while, as the government has to pay more in- ment of rules on the House floor that down that really began as every econo- terest on its debt, it has less for health care, we have from my friend, the gentleman mist, virtually every economist has education and other programs. According to from New York (Mr. REYNOLDS). And I recognized, every nonpartisan econo- the Congressional Budget Office, the govern- want to congratulate him and thank ment’s interest payments are expected to mist has recognized, began in the wan- more than double between 2003 ($153 billion) him for his stellar service to the Com- ing, waning months of the year 2000, and 2010 ($319 billion); interest costs will ac- mittee on Rules and to this institution before George Bush was even elected count for almost 10 percent of federal spend- overall. President of the United States. We saw ing in the next decade. Mr. Speaker, I rise in strong support this economic slow-down. And that ‘‘We owe it to our children and grand- of this rule. It is the fiscally respon- economic slow-down obviously dimin- children to act now,’’ Mr. Bush said in his sible policy for us to increase by $800 ished flow of revenues to the Federal first State of the Union address. He was billion the national debt limit. One Treasury. speaking about his plan to pay off over the might say, how can that be fiscally re- next decade the entire $2 trillion in govern- Now, what is it that we have done? ment debt held by the public. Now, instead of sponsible for us to all of the sudden in- Fortunately, with the policies we have being eliminated, debt held by the public— crease that burden which has the po- put in place, Mr. Speaker, we have ac- real debt—is on track to reach $6.5 trillion tential to increase interest rates and tually seen an increase to the flow of by 2011. How do Mr. Bush and all the law- do all of these other things that obvi- revenues to the Federal Treasury and makers who have enabled his irresponsibility ously we bemoan increases in spending. the last projection showed actually an plan to explain that to the grandchildren? Well, the reason it is the fiscally re- unanticipated $108 billion in revenues Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of sponsible thing for us to do is that if have come into the Federal Treasury. my time. we do not, there are tremendous obli- Why? Because of the fact that the Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, I yield gations that the Federal Government economy is growing. myself such time as I may consume. has that could potentially be jeopard- So we are on a path toward greater Mr. Speaker, I think it is important ized. Not that they will be jeopardized economic growth. And now that this to just clarify the record that while or not, but potentially be jeopardized. election is behind us, Mr. Speaker, one public debt is held by foreign interests, One of the things that is important for of the things that we also need to real- foreigners invest in the United States us to realize, Mr. Speaker, is that if we ize is that we have the potential to because we have a sound economy and look at the question of the auction of make permanent the tax cuts, to bring we provide a safe place for them due to our Treasury bills that is on the hori- about reform of Social Security, which our low risk of default. zon, we know one thing full well. If we is a very high priority, and a wide The market for U.S. Treasury securi- do not take this action now as expedi- range of other things, like market- ties is the largest, most liquid and tiously as possible, get this done, we opening opportunities which will help transparent financial market in the will increase the already-high interest us. world. costs that the American taxpayer will The other thing that was just raised It is also important for our col- be shouldering. by my friend from Buffalo that I think leagues to know that our debt limit in- Now, this issue is a wonderful issue is important for us to talk about is this crease is not an unusual function if we to demagogue, and I will tell you that wringing our hands over the fact that

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:39 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO7.003 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9969 there are nations like the People’s Re- insist on massive tax breaks for the have had the adverse effects on reve- public of China that might consider in- wealthy that are not paid for, the debt nues and the budget deficit, and vesting its dollars in the United States limit will have to be raised for the healthy revenue growth continues even of America. What better signal of the third time in 3 years. with tax relief. The recent decline in strength and confidence that the world On January 29, 2002, George Bush the deficit is largely a result of revenue has for our economy than to see them stood in this Chamber and told the Na- increasing faster than anticipated be- invest in our economy? I see that, Mr. tion our budget will run a deficit that cause of strong economic growth. Speaker, as a positive for us as a Na- will be small and short term. I guess he After 3 years of declining revenue in tion. misspoke. the wake of September 11, revenue is So it is very clear, some people who But this debate is about more than now growing more robustly than ex- want to politicize and say, oh, well, let numbers, Mr. Speaker. It is about pri- pected. Just since July, we have seen us not increase the debt limit. Well, it orities. It is about the kind of country the deficit projections for this year is very important that we do this. In- we are leaving for future generations. drop by $32 billion. While I cannot pre- creasing this debt ceiling will save U.S. How will our children be able to afford dict what the next election will be, I do taxpayer dollars because if we do not, things like education and health care, know the President ran on those tax we will see an even greater interest homeland security and national de- cuts, as did the majority in this Con- burden shouldered on the U.S. tax- fense? How will they be able to pay for gress, and both the President will serve payer. So let us vote for this rule. Let us when we retire? another term and in the 109th Congress us vote for the rule as it is reported out These massive deficits, this huge the Republican majority will continue because of the fact that any kind of debt will mean higher interest rates, in being the majority in this body delay would delay action over in the and that means that the American peo- Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, will other body, and we need to move as ple will have to pay more for a college the gentleman yield? quickly as we can on this and then let education or a new car or a new home. Mr. REYNOLDS. I yield to the gen- us vote for the package itself. Reckless fiscal policy is not a value. It tleman from Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman is a vice, and it has to stop. Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, I just for yielding me time. Mr. Speaker, the fiscal irrespon- refer him to CBO’s report in which it Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I sibility of the majority and the admin- concludes that the tax cuts are the yield 4 minutes to the gentleman from istration is magnified by the Repub- largest legislative contributor to the Massachusetts (Mr. MCGOVERN), a lican leadership’s refusal to institute negative debt that we have right now. member of the Committee on Rules. budget reforms requiring Congress to I mean, so it runs contrary to what the (Mr. MCGOVERN asked and was pay for any new spending. PAYGO sim- gentleman is saying. given permission to revise and extend ply is a responsible plan that says if All we are suggesting here is that his remarks.) you want to increase spending or if you when my colleagues pass these tax cuts want to give tax cuts to your rich for their corporate friends and for b 1030 friends, you have got to pay for it. wealthy people that they pay for them, Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, that In the Committee on Rules, several pay as you go. That is the responsible did not take long. On just the third leg- members offered, and I supported, an thing, so we do not pass this debt on to islative day after the election we are amendment to increase the debt limit our kids and our grandkids. yet again confronting a need to raise and reinstate the pay-as-you-go spend- Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, re- the Nation’s debt limit. It is inter- ing policies, and it was rejected. claiming my time, in the time of the esting that even though this problem Now I know what my friends on the last 2 years of this Congress we have has been apparent for months the Re- other side of the aisle are thinking, the had a great debate. A guy from the left publican leadership chose to wait until next election is not for another 2 years. that believes that there should not be after the election to bring this issue to They think the American people will tax cuts, or to have some kind of mes- the floor, interesting but not at all sur- forget about this fiscal irresponsibility sage for middle America to feel that prising. that they are pursuing. Well, maybe they might get a piece of it. Once again, the historic fiscal mis- they might and maybe they will not, I am a guy that believes if you pay management of this Republican Con- but, in the meantime, they are under- taxes, you ought to get a tax cut. We gress and the Bush administration is mining our economy and they are pass- took that referendum, I guess, to the on display, and, once again, we are re- ing on to our kids a big fat credit card public, and they have ratified an oppor- minded that we are passing on a mas- bill and it is shameful. tunity for this majority to remain. sive, unpaid credit card bill to our chil- Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to Now, I also understand majority/mi- dren and our grandchildren, and the reject this rule and vote no on the un- nority politics, and I guess if I look numbers are staggering. derlying bill so we can have a real de- through the years of 1940, 1950, 1960s, In 2002, the Bush administration bate on the gross fiscal mismanage- 1970s, 1980s, 1990s and 2000 when we came to Congress asking for a debt ment of this Congress and this admin- would find that Republicans controlled limit increase of $450 billion. In 2003, istration and institute real budget re- the place or Democrats controlled the they asked for another increase of $984 forms that will provide pay-as-you-go place, I am sure that there were a few billion, an unprecedented increase, and for increased spending and these tax that made the debt reduction or the as- this year’s request will increase the cuts. pect of all of that debate at the same debt ceiling by another $800 billion. Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, I yield time they looked at the debt limit. Amazingly, this increase is only ex- myself such time as I may consume. But also in my opening remarks we pected to last the Treasury 1 year, I think it is important, after listen- heard from Secretary Rubin who said which means that unless this Congress ing to my colleague and fellow member that the aspect of raising the debt gets its act together we will be back of the Committee on Rules, that we limit was not the aspect of addressing here next year debating yet another point out that tax relief did not cause the deficit. It was the budget itself. multibillion dollar increase in the na- the deficit. We would have triple-digit And I will quote him. tional debt limit. budget deficits today if taxes remained As Robert Rubin, then Treasury Sec- In the last 18 months, this Nation’s at the historically high levels of 2000. retary under the President said in No- debt has gone up by nearly $1 trillion, The tax policies that were put in place vember of 1995 in that quote, Passage $1 trillion. Today’s debate proves once helped our economy out of a recession of the debt ceiling is totally unrelated again that the promises made by the that began in the Clinton administra- to deficit reduction. The deficit can Bush administration when they came tion and was in the early Bush years. only be reduced in the budget process. into office were nothing more than Without our tax policies, the econ- He reiterated this truth 1 month empty rhetoric. omy would not have recovered as quick later in testimony before the House They promised under their plan the and as well as it has. More Americans Committee on Banking and Financial debt ceiling would not be reached until would have lost their jobs. A less ro- Services when he said, The debt limit 2008. Instead, because they continue to bust recovery from recession would is about meeting obligations already

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:18 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.007 H18PT1 H9970 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 incurred, while future deficits can only (Mr. STENHOLM asked and was ury notes. It is not of some insignifi- be reduced through actions taken in given permission to revise and extend cance that the European community is the budget process itself. his remarks.) concerned about the fall of the dollar. Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, will Mr. STENHOLM. Mr. Speaker, I want Much of what the gentleman from the gentleman yield? to begin by congratulating my Repub- New York (Mr. REYNOLDS) has said I Mr. REYNOLDS. I yield to the gen- lican colleagues for bringing this bill agree with him on. I agree with Mr. tleman from Massachusetts. to the floor today, clean, up and down. Rubin, Secretary Rubin. I agree with Mr. MCGOVERN. Mr. Speaker, this is There is a certain amount of justice to him 100 percent. I am glad the gen- the third time under this administra- this because those who have built up tleman repeated it twice for the tion that we have raised the debt limit, these deficits should have the courage RECORD because more Members of this and what we were asking for last night to vote to increase the debt ceiling for body need to read that and understand in the Committee on Rules and what the policies of which they have been that what he is talking about is ex- we are asking for today is that, before very successful, and that is commend- actly as he has restated it. we do this again, that we institute the able. This is not a budget vote. What we necessary budget reforms that require I sincerely say that, even though my were talking about last night in asking pay-as-you-go so that we are not going opposition to those policies help con- my colleagues to make pay-as-you-go a down this path of fiscal irrespon- tributed to my defeat. Because I have part of this rule is changing the policy sibility, so we are not passing down to stood on this floor many times, Mr. just a little bit in reinstating pay-as- our kids and our grandkids this mas- Speaker, asking that PAYGO be rein- you-go which worked in a bipartisan sive credit card bill. stated, but it was never the right time, way in 1993 and 1997. But this bunch, My colleagues denied us that ability those of my colleagues who control to be able to vote up or down on a pay- and, according to the Committee on Rules, it is not the right time today to this House today, have said, nope, that as-you-go bill today, and that is what is not any good anymore. We have got we are urging here today. That is why bring up pay-as-you-go. But we can talk about these deficits a new and better policy. Some of us we are opposing this rule, and that is disagree with that, and we just ask re- why I am going to vote against increas- and debt and my friends on the majority side can continue to explain them spectfully that we be allowed to vote ing the debt limit. Because there is no on that today, but my colleagues said reason to believe that my colleagues’ as they really do not matter anymore. It does not matter that we have bor- no, and this is their prerogative. That bad habits are not going to continue is their prerogative. into the next Congress. rowed $570 billion in the last 12 months, that we borrowed $1.5 trillion To those of my colleagues who be- Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, re- lieve that the amount of deficits this claiming my time, a couple things. in the last 3 years, that we are going to country is running today and will run One, in the finger pointing of this borrow who knows how much more, under the policies they advocate, if 21st century of deficit and debt limit continuing to fund the same policies. increases, again, I will put on the Because I assume if one was elected on they are going to make the tax cuts permanent, if they are going to con- record, we had seven during the 1940s, these policies they will continue them. tinue to have the reductions in the six during the 1950s, 13 during the 1960s, That means, based on most economists, amount of revenue, if we are going to 18 during the 1970s, 24 during the 1980s, the deficit is going to explode into the continue to fight to a successful cul- 13 during the 1990s and two so far this next year, 2, 3, 5, 10 years. decade. So we are not into a new ven- I hope I am wrong. I want to say here mination, which I hope we do, of the wars, if we are going to do that, I think ture, and we are not into a Republican today to my friends on this side of the there may be a little justice in this for venture. We are into a congressional aisle, I sincerely hope they are right the gentleman from New York (Mr. decision of whether we keep the gov- because our country will be so much REYNOLDS), and I hope you will be up to ernment moving or whether we do not, better off if they are right than if they it. and there were 83 debt limit measures are wrong, because I detect in today’s that have been enacted into law. Going to the Committee on Ways and motion a reluctance to change any- Means means the gentleman is going to I believe the gentleman from Texas thing. will come up and talk about the be part of the ways and means of solv- I have come to the conclusion now ing this problem, sooner or later, but PAYGO amendment that was offered that politics are not going to change before the Committee on Rules last not today, obviously. Sooner or later, my colleagues’ policies. They have got the gentleman is going to have to be night, and I think that it will be im- the majority in the House. They have portant for us to listen to him, and I part of that, I believe. got the majority in the Senate. They So, again, I conclude by congratu- believe that the issue of PAYGO will have got the White House. Therefore, have bipartisan support if and when it lating my colleagues for bringing this they are going to do what they believe bill up for a clean up and down vote. If comes to this floor. is in the best interest of our country. But I also want to caution my col- they would have allowed pay-as-you- I just do not share the belief that leagues that this is a Senate bill that go, I would have been one of those deficits do not matter. I just do not we are taking up, and further delay votes, but I am not going to ratify a share the belief, and I never dreamed I once again results in this body jeopard- policy that I believe is going to drive would be a member of the party of fis- izing our trust funds such as Social Se- this country to the brink of ruin, and curity, Medicare, highways, and we fur- cal responsibility, which my party has the market will ultimately be the ther jeopardize veterans’ care and mili- become. judge of this, not any vote in this body tary retirement. Based on historical records, they talk according to the majority today. about a trillion and a half is not much So when we put our military at risk, b 1045 at not having the necessary resources money, $800 billion, not much money. of food and clothing and ammunition, Well, it took our country 204 years to Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, I yield we also endanger unemployment bene- borrow the first $1 trillion. Today, we myself such time as I may consume. fits and disaster assistance, low-income are going to make it possible to borrow It is true that in 2004, as we consider home energy assistance programs. another $800 billion, and it probably whether we increase the debt limit, the The debate on PAYGO I believe will occur in the next 12 to 18 months. government is controlled by Repub- should happen and will happen. It is It is not politics that is going to ulti- licans, a Republican President, a Re- not necessarily that it has to happen mately decide this question. It is the publican Congress in both the other when we are looking at debt limit for a market that is going to decide this body and in this one. But I am re- number of reasons, including the question, and I would encourage my minded of President Bill Clinton’s quotes of Robert Rubin of 1995. friends on this side of the aisle to start State of the Union address in 1996, and Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of paying attention to the market. I quote him: ‘‘And on behalf of all my time. It was not insignificant that 2 Americans, especially those who need Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I months ago the Japanese, for the first their Social Security payments at the yield 5 minutes to the gentleman from time since 2002, chose not to increase beginning of March, I challenge Con- Texas (Mr. STENHOLM). their holdings of United States Treas- gress to preserve the full faith and

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:18 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.009 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9971 credit of the United States, to honor $5.950 trillion. This first increase took which have worked so well and put the the obligations of this great Nation as it to $6.4 trillion. The next, where we budget in surplus for the first time in we have for 220 years, to rise above the are today, $7.384 trillion. That was a 30 years in the 1990s. That is what we partisanship and pass a straight- $984 billion increase just 18 months ask today, an opportunity to put up an forward extension of the debt limit. ago. Today, they would like to take amendment that would at least take Show them that America keeps its that up another $800 billion because one solid step towards stopping this word.’’ they have rung up $984 billion in debt head-long descent deeper and deeper That rang true when a Democratic in the last 18 months. into debt. President spoke to a Republican Con- Just consider that. Every 18 months Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, I re- gress; it rings true today as we con- the government of the United States serve the balance of my time. sider the debt limit. under the Bush administration is in- Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, may Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of curring $1 trillion in additional debt. I inquire how much time remains on my time. Every 18 months. That is the rate at each side. Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I which we are running right now. This The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. yield myself 1 second just to say that next increase will take the debt ceiling SIMPSON). The gentlewoman from New President Bush, in his first State of the 1 to $8.2 trillion, up from $5.950 trillion. York (Ms. SLAUGHTER) has 9 ⁄2 minutes Union said, ‘‘We owe it to our children That is quite a statement about the fis- remaining, and the gentleman from and grandchildren to act now,’’ speak- cal policies of this administration. New York (Mr. REYNOLDS) has 12 mining about his plan to pay off in the Now, the administration assured us utes remaining. next decade the entire $2 trillion in that they would not need to come back Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I government-debt held by the public. until 2008; that we could cut taxes by yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from Mr. Speaker, I yield 51⁄2 minutes to immense amounts not only in 2001, but Oregon (Mr. BLUMENAUER). the gentleman from South Carolina 2002 and 2003, because there have been Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, I (Mr. SPRATT). three tax cuts, and even more, and still appreciate the gentlewoman’s courtesy (Mr. SPRATT asked and was given enjoy an increase in revenues. This was in yielding me this time. permission to revise and extend his re- the path they plotted when they sold I heard the distinguished chairman of marks.) the Committee on Rules talk about Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, we are their tax cuts to the Congress of the how this is an easy issue to be a dema- here because the Secretary of the United States showing that tax reve- gogue. Well, I would suggest what we Treasury has warned us that he has run nues would rise from a little over $1 heard from the gentleman from Texas out of tricks. Five times he has written trillion to $1.118 trillion, individual and (Mr. STENHOLM) and the gentleman the leadership of the Congress and told corporate income taxes. us that he was approaching the legal Instead, the revenues of this country from South Carolina (Mr. SPRATT) was limit which Congress has imposed by have followed this descending path the antithesis of demagoguery. It does law on how much debt the United here, and we can see the gaping hole, not require an emotional or irrational States can incur. We call it the debt the difference of $300 billion today be- appeal to prejudice. They have been di- ceiling. Now he has told us that he is tween what they predicted and where rect and straightforward in telling the out of tricks and he is having to do we actually are. This is an underlying consequences of the Republican ap- things he does not regard as prudent cause. proach to debt management and spend- unless we increase the debt ceiling. So In addition to that, there have been ing. it is right that we are here to do just things that have taken their toll on I should amend that. It is not the Re- that. the budget: defense. Much larger than publican approach, because the gentle- But it is also right that we take an anybody anticipated in 2001. Homeland men I just referred to from South Caro- hour or two to ponder what brings us Security. We did not even have a head- lina and from Texas represent many to this juncture, to raise the debt ceiling called Homeland Security 3 years Republicans, like I do back in Oregon, ing again by $800 billion, when we have ago. And the 9/11 response. But the in- that do not subscribe to this; and it in- already raised it twice in the last 3 creases in spending that have affected sults them to suggest this is the Re- years. the bottom line of the budget have all publican approach to budgeting. Let us go back to January 1, 2001. been sought by the Bush administra- The distinguished Committee on The Bush administration takes office, tion. Ninety percent of the increases in Rules member from New York talked and the fruits of our labor in the last spending over and above current serv- about the mandate. Well, I would think two administrations of the Clinton ices have been things they have sought the Republicans and the President years are laid before him. They look and we have appropriated because they would have a mandate if they had ever out and see surpluses of $5.6 trillion were urgently needed. talked about this. I did not hear a sin- and decide that this warrants huge tax So where are we? A $450 billion in- gle Republican talk about increasing cuts. We warned them against buying crease in the debt ceiling in 2002. In the debt. I did not hear them talk into a blue-sky projection which might 2003, we had a $984 billion increase in about reckless spending on programs not be obtained, and surely enough, the debt ceiling. And today, an $800 bil- for special interests, divorcing it from that happened. lion increase in the debt ceiling. That reality. In fact, they employed tactics They told us, nevertheless, that even means this administration has had to to disguise the fact that we had exceed- if we adopted their tax cuts, they come to Congress and ask for the debt ed the debt limit. They have been bor- would not have to be back to request ceiling to be raised by $2.234 trillion. rowing from retirement and disability an increase in the debt ceiling due to Let me say that again. It is so fan- funds, for instance, we expired in Octo- the fantastic surpluses they foresaw, tastic: $2.234 trillion to accommodate ber. until the year 2008. In truth, they were its budgets over the last 4 years. That No, if they had talked about this di- back in 2002 asking for $450 billion. And is the bottom line. It is inescapable. rectly and honestly to the American then on May 26, 2003, just 18 months And how much is $984 billion, the last public, I would accept the notion there ago, the second request from the Bush increase we had 18 months ago? Well, is a mandate. And in fact I would sug- administration was passed raising the $984 billion is more than the entire gest if they had done that with their debt ceiling by $984 billion. And now we debt of the United States in the year plans, they would not have had a man- have the third debt ceiling increase in 1980–81 when Ronald Reagan came to date, because they would not have won 3 years, equal to $800 billion, before us. Congress. The last increase 18 months the election. Let me just take a minute to go ago exceeded it. The fact is we are incurring more through some charts which will explain Let me just wrap up by saying that debt than is necessary for weapons that more graphically why it is we are here this calls for action. Sure, the ceiling do not add to security, for handouts to and what it is we need to do at this has to be increased, but we should not special interests that do not need point in time. just increase the ceiling and leave the them, and tax cuts for people who need This was the debt ceiling when Mr. problem unattended. The very least we them least, making them permanent Bush came to office in January 2001, can do is reinstate the PAYGO rules regardless of the fiscal consequences.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:18 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.012 H18PT1 H9972 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 We are given a program from the ma- offset all legislation that had the effect ship is a two-way street of working to- jority party and the President that, if of increasing spending or reducing rev- gether. we approved it, would almost double enue. Put plainly, we had to pay for I suspect, as I said before my col- this problem over the next 10 years. I, our bills as we passed our bills. league from California entered the for one, cannot go back home to cam- Since the expiration of the Budget Chamber, I expect to see Republican puses and look these young men and Enforcement Act provisions, PAYGO support again for PAYGO. Republicans women in the eye and suggest that I included, this Congress has not been are looking at it closely. There is cer- was a part of approving it. operating with anywhere near the same tainly support for consideration of I long for the day when we have a bi- level of fiscal responsibility. that. My colleague from California out- partisan effort to reduce the deficit and b 1100 lined some of the votes in a bipartisan to deal meaningfully with our spending vote that came for PAYGO, and I ad- priorities. But unless and until that Deficits are growing. They are grow- dressed that I think, with the gen- happens, I will vote ‘‘no’’ as the one ing in size, they are growing as a per- tleman from Texas, that there is sup- way I have of protesting this bizarre di- centage of our gross domestic product port. vorce from reality, of the fiscal reality and, most important, they are growing The question is, under the terms of that all of us are going to have to live unchecked because we have allowed the debate, we want it altogether, right with. provisions such as PAYGO to expire. now, right here, and that is the posi- Mr. Speaker, would that their rosy The Stenholm proposed amendment tion we are carrying. Some of that has scenarios come to pass. In some re- would have returned us to the rules by been now a Blue Dog position that has spects, I hope that they will. I do not which Congress operated during the been laid out by a number of members wish ill on our country. But the fact is, 1990s, bipartisan rules. This is not a of that caucus. But the reality is if we the policies and the practices are lead- partisan concept. In its original form keep screwing around with this thing, ing us down a path that we will regret in 1990, PAYGO was part of a bipartisan we are going to shut the government for years to come. budget agreement between the first down. We cannot have it both ways. Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, I yield President Bush and a Democratic Con- Each of us has voted for something myself such time as I may consume. gress. In 1993, it was extended with a that makes the government run and First of all, I want to correct my col- Democratic President and Congress, takes credit for it when it is the fall of league from Oregon. I do not think I and again in 1997 it was extended with the election year, making sure that said I had a mandate on anything. I a Democratic President and a Repub- voters knew they were working hard to think I outlined the fact we had a great lican Congress. One hundred ninety- bring some of that Federal money back debate before an election and Repub- three Republicans voted for PAYGO home. licans continue here. when it was last extended. One hundred Any further delay will result in this I also wonder if my colleague ever twenty-one of them are still serving in body’s jeopardizing our trust funds, voted for a debt limit increase in his this House today. like Social Security, Medicare and many terms of service, as we dema- Mr. Speaker, the Federal budget highways. We further jeopardize mili- gogue the issue today. As we come to a should emphasize fiscal responsibility, tary care and retirement. We put our vote, it is going to get down to what- saving the money necessary to keep military at risk. We endanger unem- ever excuse you find if you do not vote both Social Security and Medicare sol- ployment benefits and disaster assist- for it. But if you do not vote for it, you vent, and paying down the national ance and low-income home energy as- are actually putting the government in debt, not increasing it. sistance programs, programs many of harm’s way, which means the people I do not like voting to increase the us had in our messages back in our re- are in harm’s way. We have said that in debt ceiling any more than anybody spective States and districts. repeated messages on the record today, else in this body, but I am not opposed We also talk about listening to pres- and that still remains a fact as we look to it if it is accompanied by a plan that entations from 2000. At least twice I at consideration of the debate on the would put us back on solid fiscal put on the record in this hour 83 dif- rule and then the underlying legisla- ground. A good way to start is to rein- ferent times over the last 64 years has tion following it. state the PAYGO rules. It would be ir- the Congress taken upon itself to in- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of responsible for this body to raise the crease the debt limit. my time. debt limit without a plan for control- I also put on the record President Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I ling this runaway spending. Clinton’s 1996 State of the Union ad- yield 3 minutes to the gentleman from I urge my colleagues on both sides of dress where he asked for bipartisan co- California (Mr. THOMPSON). the aisle to stand up for fiscal responsi- operation to ask the Congress to do the Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. bility, to stand up for fiscal integrity right thing and increase the debt limit. Speaker, I thank the gentlewoman for and vote no on this rule and insist that So it is not a new thing, it is not a yielding me this time. we restore PAYGO. Republican thing, it is not at Democrat Mr. Speaker, last night I had the op- Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, I yield thing, it is a government thing. There portunity to testify before the Com- myself such time as I may consume. will be a consequence if we do not keep mittee on Rules on behalf of my Blue Mr. Speaker, I have listened to a the government running because, for Dog colleague, the gentleman from number of my colleagues, and I have the history of our Nation, we have Texas (Mr. STENHOLM), who had pro- been on the record repeated times. never not made sure that we honored posed an amendment to reintroduce First of all, what came before the Com- what needed to be done with respect to PAYGO into the rule. That proposed mittee on Rules last night was a Sen- debt limit. amendment would have reestablished ate bill. The Committee on Rules made Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of one of the most basic, most respon- a vote and decision without having any my time. sible, and most successful principles of further delay to bring forward the Sen- Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I budget enforcement, the PAYGO rule. ate bill for consideration on the rule yield 2 minutes to the gentleman from I am sad to stand on this floor today that we are now in debate on, and later Oregon (Mr. DEFAZIO). and say that this amendment was we will have debate on the underlying Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Speaker, the gen- stopped. It was stopped by the majority legislation. tleman from New York talks about the on that Committee on Rules from We can demagogue it and put on the great mandate the Republicans got in being able to be part of this final re- record all sorts of messages to feel the election. Why did they not have the solve to this issue today. good or draw political lines or switch guts to bring up an increase in the debt PAYGO was a provision in the origi- from when might have been responsi- limit before the election? nal Budget Enforcement Act which this bility for voting for debt limit and now This is no surprise. In fact, we tech- House allowed to expire in 2002. Prior not, and now PAYGO. We have had de- nically reached default over a month to that time, not only were we forced bate on that. But I want to make sure ago. They have been borrowing Federal to operate within the caps imposed on that we listen to two things when we employees’ retirement to keep the gov- our discretionary spending; we had to talk about bipartisanship. Bipartisan- ernment floating, but now they say we

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Already, the previous question so we can change the card limit in 3 years under the Repub- leaders of our European allies are rule and add the Stenholm amendment lican leadership, $2,000 per U.S. citizen. warning of an international financial to reinstate pay-as-you-can-go pro- That is what they are authorizing crisis should the United States default grams in our budget process. today to borrow. Now everybody here on its debt payments. Bond rating This amendment was offered in the is going to have to pay that back with agencies are raising alarm that our Na- Committee on Rules last night and de- interest. With interest. And they have tion’s triple A bond rating is in jeop- feated on a straight party-line vote. I no plan to stop borrowing into the in- ardy. want to emphasize that this no vote definite future. No plan at all. ‘‘An actual default would cause inter- will not in any way prevent or block They will not allow us to adopt a est rates on Treasury bonds to rise, the consideration of the underlying bill simple principle: If they want to in- making a balanced budget almost im- to increase the debt ceiling, but a yes crease spending, cut something else. If possible to achieve. Home mortgage vote will block us in voting to restore you want to cut income, decrease and business borrowing rates would in- the pay-as-you-go provisions in the taxes, either get tax increases else- crease, slowing economic growth. budget process. I urge a no vote on the where or cut spending. That is all we ‘‘In the past, many clean debt limit previous question are saying. It is a simple principle. It is extensions have been passed in a bipar- Mr. Speaker, I ask unanimous con- something every American would have tisan manner by this House. It was the sent that the text of the amendment be to do before their credit card company right thing to do then, and it is the printed in the RECORD immediately would give them an increase for the right thing to do now.’’ prior to the vote on the previous ques- third time in 3 years. That is what they I do not always agree with my col- tion. are doing here. leagues on some of their viewpoints of The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. They say, there is no time to do that. getting government solutions, and I am SIMPSON). Is there objection to the re- We are powerless in face of the Senate. sure that many do not agree with me quest of the gentlewoman from New Come on. Give me a break. Members on government solutions, but we have York? want to talk about demagogues. You certainly had a history of administra- There was no objection. are a champion demagogue. You really tions, Democrat and Republican, and 83 Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, I yield are. We are borrowing $1 million a times this Congress since 1940 has said myself the balance of my time. minute to run this government. They let us do it. Mr. Speaker, this Congress must want to say let us cut spending. Now I understand showmanship. I un- honor our commitments and America’s We can eliminate the entire govern- derstand consumption back home. I un- priorities. We must stand up today in ment, the entire government, far be- derstand we are still in November, so support of our seniors and veterans and yond libertarians’ dreams, and we we have a little election spirit in us. military and all citizens who will be would still have a deficit this year. But the reality is if we do not increase harmed by our inaction. I urge my col- Now we would keep half of the Depart- this debt limit, we are putting Amer- leagues to do the right thing and sup- ment of Defense, but we would elimi- ica’s people in jeopardy. port the rule and the underlying bill. nate everything else the government Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of I also look at the 109th Congress as does, and we would still have a deficit my time. an opportunity for those who want to this year. That is how serious this Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I look at PAYGO, Republican and Demo- problem is. yield 1 minute to the gentlewoman crat, from those from the left to those And they are borrowing money in the from the District of Columbia (Ms. on the right to come together in a bi- name of the American people who are NORTON). partisan fashion and continue working going to have to pay it back with inter- Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I might through the will of the House to see est. Our kids are going to pay it back ask the gentleman how he himself those types of considerations debated with interest. Our grandkids are going voted. in committee and debated on the floor to pay it back with interest. In their Mr. Speaker, the full faith and credit of this great House. scenario, our great great grandkids are of the United States is not seriously at Before I yield back, I would like to going to pay it back with interest to issue here. What is at issue is what we quickly thank the gentleman from the Chinese and others who are now fi- do not hear a lot about anymore. We do California (Chairman DREIER) and all nancing our government and our spend- not hear the other side saying we can of the members of the Committee on thrift ways. grow our way out of this debt. We do Rules and staff as this is most likely All we are asking for here is a little see the danger signs, the decline of the the last time I will manage a rule for bit of fiscal responsibility, a plan, a dollar, the rise in debt purchased by this industrious panel. I have been hon- plan to deal with this mounting debt, a foreigners. ored to serve on the Rules Committee plan that any American would have to How can we plunge ourselves back for the past 6 years. have if they asked their credit card into debt so quickly? As President The material previously referred to Clinton dedicates his library, I cannot company for the third increase in 3 by Ms. SLAUGHTER is as follows: years in their credit card limit, and help remember the halcyon days of sur- PREVIOUS QUESTIONS FOR H. RES. 856: RULE plus where the President imposed pay- they were also cutting their income. ON S. 2986 Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, I yield as-you-go discipline. We can do this Strike all after the resolved clause and in- myself such time as I may consume. ourselves. sert: Mr. Speaker, in 1996, we heard, as I Postponing a vote on the debt limit That upon the adoption of this resolution put on the record, President Clinton’s to get through an election is patheti- it shall be in order to consider in the House appeal to the Congress. I thought I cally transparent. The moral bank- the bill (S. 2986) to amend title 31 of the might share a little bit of the appeal of ruptcy of that postponement is deep- United States Code to increase the public our colleagues. The two I have come ened by the failure to even make a debt limit. The bill shall be considered as from the Democratic side of the aisle promise on PAYGO during this debate. read for amendment. The previous question at that time who made the appeal for Unless we move, this generation will shall be considered as ordered on the bill and be remembered as the generation that on any amendment thereto to final passage the debt limit to be rising. without intervening motion except: (1) one Barbara Kennelly of Connecticut had a party at the expense of their hour of debate on the bill equally divided and stated, ‘‘Lifting the debt limit should grandchildren, so selfish that they gave controlled by the chairman and ranking mi- not be a matter of politics, but of gov- themselves a tax cut, robbed their chil- nority member of the Committee on Ways ernance. Ensuring that it is done dren’s Social Security, and then and Means; (2) the amendment specified in

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:18 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.016 H18PT1 H9974 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 section 2 of this resolution, if offered by Rep- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Clay Johnson, E. B. Pomeroy resentative Stenholm of Texas or his des- question is on ordering the previous Clyburn Jones (OH) Price (NC) ignee, which shall be in order without inter- Conyers Kanjorski Rahall question on which the yeas and nays Cooper Kaptur Reyes vention of any point of order or demand for are ordered. division of the question, shall be considered Costello Kennedy (RI) Rodriguez Cramer Kildee Ross as read, and shall be separately debatable for Pursuant to clause 9 of rule XX, the Chair will reduce to 5 minutes the min- Crowley Kilpatrick Rothman one hour equally divided and controlled by Cummings Kind Roybal-Allard the proponent and an opponent; and (3) one imum time for electronic voting, if or- Davis (AL) Kucinich Ruppersberger motion to commit with or without instruc- dered, on the question of adoption of Davis (CA) Lampson Rush tions. the resolution. Davis (FL) Langevin Ryan (OH) SEC. 2. The amendment referred to in the The vote was taken by electronic de- Davis (IL) Lantos Sabo first section of this resolution is as follows: Davis (TN) Larsen (WA) Sa´ nchez, Linda Redesignate section 1 as section 101 and be- vice, and there were—yeas 205, nays DeFazio Larson (CT) T. fore such section add the following: 191, not voting 36, as follows: DeGette Lee Sanchez, Loretta [Roll No. 534] Delahunt Levin Sanders TITLE I—INCREASE IN PUBLIC DEBT DeLauro Lewis (GA) Sandlin LIMIT YEAS—205 Deutsch Lofgren Schakowsky At the end, add the following new title: Aderholt Gibbons Nussle Dicks Lowey Schiff TITLE II—REINSTATING BUDGET Akin Gilchrest Osborne Dingell Lucas (KY) Scott (GA) ENFORCEMENT AND ACCOUNTABILITY Alexander Gillmor Ose Doggett Lynch Scott (VA) Bachus Gingrey Otter Doyle Majette Serrano SEC. 201. EXTENSION OF PAY-AS-YOU-GO RE- Baker Goode Paul Edwards Maloney Sherman QUIREMENT. Ballenger Goodlatte Pearce Emanuel Markey Skelton (a) PURPOSE.—Section 252(a) of the Bal- Barrett (SC) Granger Pence Engel Marshall Slaughter anced Budget and Emergency Deficit Control Bartlett (MD) Graves Peterson (PA) Eshoo Matheson Smith (WA) Act of 1985 is amended by striking ‘‘2002’’ and Barton (TX) Green (WI) Petri Etheridge McCarthy (MO) Snyder inserting ‘‘2009’’. Bass Gutknecht Pickering Evans McCollum Solis Beauprez Hall (b) SEQUESTRATION.—Section 252(b)(1) of Pitts Farr McGovern Spratt Biggert Harris Platts Fattah McIntyre Stenholm the Balanced Budget and Emergency Deficit Bilirakis Hart Control Act of 1985 is amended by striking Pombo Filner McNulty Strickland Bishop (UT) Hastings (WA) Porter Ford Meehan ‘‘2002’’ and inserting ‘‘2009’’. Stupak Blackburn Hayes Portman Frank (MA) Meek (FL) Tanner (c) CONFORMING AMENDMENT.—Section 274 Blunt Hayworth Pryce (OH) Frost Meeks (NY) Tauscher Boehlert Hefley of the Balanced Budget and Emergency Def- Putnam Gonzalez Menendez Taylor (MS) Bonilla Hensarling icit Control Act of 1985 is amended by strik- Ramstad Gordon Michaud Bonner Herger Thompson (CA) ing ‘‘2006’’ and inserting ‘‘2013’’. Regula Green (TX) Miller (NC) Bono Hobson Thompson (MS) Rehberg Grijalva Miller, George Tierney Mr. REYNOLDS. Mr. Speaker, I yield Boozman Hoekstra Renzi Gutierrez Mollohan Towns back the balance of my time, and I Bradley (NH) Hostettler Reynolds Harman Moore Turner (TX) Brady (TX) Hulshof Rogers (AL) move the previous question on the res- Hastings (FL) Moran (VA) Udall (CO) Brown (SC) Hunter Rogers (KY) olution. Brown-Waite, Hyde Herseth Murtha Udall (NM) Rogers (MI) Hill Nadler The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Ginny Isakson Rohrabacher Van Hollen Hinchey Napolitano ´ question is on ordering the previous Burgess Issa Ros-Lehtinen Velazquez Burns Istook Hinojosa Neal (MA) Royce Visclosky question. Burton (IN) Jenkins Holden Oberstar Ryan (WI) Waters Buyer Johnson (CT) Holt Obey The question was taken; and the Ryun (KS) Watson Calvert Johnson (IL) Honda Olver Speaker pro tempore announced that Saxton Watt Camp Johnson, Sam Hooley (OR) Ortiz Sensenbrenner Waxman the ayes appeared to have it. Cantor Jones (NC) Owens Sessions Hoyer Weiner Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, on Capito Keller Shadegg Inslee Pallone Wexler Carter Kelly that I demand the yeas and nays. Shaw Israel Pascrell Woolsey Castle Kennedy (MN) The yeas and nays were ordered. Shays Jackson (IL) Pastor Wu Chabot King (IA) Sherwood Jackson-Lee Payne The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Chocola King (NY) Wynn Shimkus (TX) Pelosi ant to clause 8 of rule XX, further pro- Coble Kingston Jefferson Peterson (MN) Cole Kirk Shuster ceedings on this question are post- Simpson Collins Kline NOT VOTING—36 poned. Cox Knollenberg Smith (MI) f Crenshaw Kolbe Smith (NJ) Ackerman Hoeffel Oxley Cubin LaHood Smith (TX) Baca Houghton Quinn RECESS Culberson Latham Souder Boehner John Radanovich Sullivan Cunningham LaTourette Burr Kleczka Rangel The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- Sweeney Davis, Jo Ann Leach Cannon Lipinski Schrock Tauzin ant to clause 12(a) of rule I, the Chair Davis, Tom Lewis (CA) Carson (OK) Matsui Simmons declares the House in recess subject to Deal (GA) Lewis (KY) Taylor (NC) Crane McCarthy (NY) Terry Stark the call of the Chair. DeLay Linder Dooley (CA) McDermott Stearns Thomas Dunn Millender- DeMint LoBiondo Tancredo Accordingly (at 11 o’clock and 15 Diaz-Balart, L. Lucas (OK) Thornberry English McDonald Toomey minutes a.m.), the House stood in re- Diaz-Balart, M. Manzullo Tiahrt Feeney Musgrave Weller cess subject to the call of the Chair. Doolittle McCotter Tiberi Gephardt Nethercutt Dreier McCrery Turner (OH) Greenwood Norwood f Duncan McHugh Upton Ehlers McInnis Vitter b 2035 Emerson McKeon Walden (OR) b 2102 AFTER RECESS Everett Mica Walsh Ferguson Miller (FL) Wamp Mr. WEXLER and Mr. The recess having expired, the House Flake Miller (MI) Weldon (FL) BLUMENAUER changed their vote was called to order by the Speaker pro Foley Miller, Gary Weldon (PA) Forbes Moran (KS) Whitfield from ‘‘yea’’ to ‘‘nay.’’ tempore (Mr. SIMPSON) at 8 o’clock and Fossella Murphy Wicker 35 minutes p.m. Franks (AZ) Myrick Wilson (NM) Mr. MCINNIS changed his vote from Frelinghuysen Neugebauer Wilson (SC) ‘‘nay’’ to ‘‘yea.’’ f Gallegly Ney Wolf So the previous question was ordered. PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION Garrett (NJ) Northup Young (AK) OF S. 2986, INCREASING THE PUB- Gerlach Nunes Young (FL) The result of the vote was announced LIC DEBT LIMIT NAYS—191 as above recorded. The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Abercrombie Berry Brown, Corrine The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. Allen Bishop (GA) Butterfield pending business is the question on or- Andrews Bishop (NY) Capps SIMPSON). The question is on the reso- dering the previous question on H. Res. Baird Blumenauer Capuano lution. 856 on which further proceedings were Baldwin Boswell Cardin postponed earlier today. Becerra Boucher Cardoza The resolution was agreed to. Bell Boyd Carson (IN) The Clerk read the title of the resolu- Berkley Brady (PA) Case A motion to reconsider was laid on tion. Berman Brown (OH) Chandler the table.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:18 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO7.004 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9975 b 2100 member that. Earlier this year, the quicker my colleagues try to explain AUTHORIZING THE CLERK TO House approved a lean, responsible how they can take a surplus projected MAKE CORRECTION IN ENGROSS- budget that would cut the deficit in at $5.6 trillion and then come up and MENT OF H.R. 3204, BENJAMIN half within 5 years, hold the line on waste it and come up with a deficit of FRANKLIN COMMEMORATIVE spending and guard against Democrats’ $3 trillion, the quicker they can see COIN ACT calls for job-killing tax hikes. that the interest on this debt is going Republicans are committed to reduc- to be larger than the things that they Mr. CASTLE. Mr. Speaker, I ask ing America’s debt through responsible talk about in the Koran, in the Bible or unanimous consent that in the engross- and restrained spending. Congress must in the Torah and all of those things. ment of H.R. 3204, the Clerk be author- meet America’s priorities such as So- That is, talking about education and ized to make the following correction: cial Security and Medicare. That is health care and help your fellow man In section 4(a)(4)(B), strike ‘‘2010’’ and why raising the debt limit is so crit- and let us not help the high rollers insert ‘‘2006’’. ical. But, in doing so, we can remain that my colleagues try to do. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. steadfast in our quest to eliminate the So we are prepared to work in a bi- SIMPSON). Is there objection to the re- waste, the fraud and abuse on behalf of partisan way. If a creditor wants to try quest of the gentleman from Delaware? all taxpayers and future generations. to help someone that just could not There was no objection. Mr. Speaker, I do have a bipartisan control the spending, the first thing f request. Tonight’s measure is an appro- they do is get a plan. We will give my priate time to discuss spending and INCREASING THE PUBLIC DEBT colleagues plenty of opportunity to be deficits and solutions, but as we debate LIMIT bipartisan by saying pay-as-you-go. Do this and as we make our final vote, let not stop everything. Do not hurt the Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, us not punish our seniors, let us not aged. Do not hurt Social Security. Do pursuant to House Resolution 856, I call punish our elderly, let us not punish not hurt Medicare. We know how com- up the Senate bill (S. 2986) to amend our military just to score political passionate they feel about those issues, title 31 of the United States Code to in- points. If the debt ceiling is not in- but do not get us involved in anymore crease the public debt limit, and ask creased, America cannot pay its bills. debt unless you have some kind of a for its immediate consideration. We cannot meet existing obligations. cockamamie plan to get us out of the The Clerk read the title of the Senate We will not ultimately have the cash mess that you put us in. bill. on hand to pay Social Security bene- Mr. Speaker, I yield the remainder of The text of S. 2986 is as follows: fits, military retirement, Medicare my time to the gentleman from Ten- S. 2986 benefits, unemployment benefits and nessee (Mr. TANNER) for the purposes of Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- other trust fund obligations. control, who has a true understanding resentatives of the United States of America in As raw as this recent election was, as of patriotism and compassion and Congress assembled, bitterly contested as it was, with hurt moral values, and take notes because SECTION 1. INCREASE IN PUBLIC DEBT LIMIT. feelings all around, we need to work to- my colleagues are going to be hearing Subsection (b) of section 3101 of title 31, gether as Americans to take responsi- a lot about this. United States Code, is amended by striking bility for our bills. Let us not default The SPEAKER pro tempore. Without ‘‘$7,384,000,000,000’’ and inserting on our obligations. Let us not stop the objection, the gentleman from Ten- ‘‘$8,184,000,000,000’’. checks to our needy who are counting nessee (Mr. TANNER) will control the The SPEAKER pro tempore. Pursu- on us. Let us not use our elderly as po- time. ant to House Resolution 856, the gen- litical pawns in trade for a seven sec- There was no objection. tleman from Texas (Mr. BRADY) and ond sound byte back home. They de- Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I the gentleman from New York (Mr. serve better. We have a responsibility reserve the balance of my time. RANGEL) each will control 30 minutes. to pay our bills. Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield The Chair recognizes the gentleman Mr. Speaker, I reserve the remaining myself as much time as I may con- from Texas (Mr. BRADY). time. sume. Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I yield Mr. Speaker, why are we here for the yield myself such time as I may con- myself such time as I may consume. third time in 3 years? It is because our sume. I would like to join in the bipartisan country has borrowed over $1.5 trillion The issue before us is really Amer- request that we try to work this out. in that time from 2001 until now. ica’s responsibility to pay its bills, to The request sounds like a drunk going Mr. Speaker, this is not an accident. meet obligations that America and to an Alcoholic Anonymous meeting, This is the first administration and the Congress, as our Members, have al- saying just give me one more drink and first Congress in the history of this ready incurred. I will not do it again. But there has to country that has knowingly, willfully, Before September 11 and the war on be a program involved in joining with deliberately, and consciously pursued terror, the Republican-led Congress my colleagues in this bipartisan ap- an economic plan that will leave our paid down nearly half a trillion dollars proach, and we have a program and country weaker in the long run than in public debt, marking the first time that is pay-as-you-go. when they found it. No other people since 1969 that Congress had reduced My colleagues cannot help them- who have occupied these seats have the national debt. Today, America is selves with spending. They think they consciously, willfully and deliberately fighting an elusive and determined have a credit card with no limit on it. bankrupted our country like what is enemy abroad, while working to stimu- They go to the richest of their friends going on today. late the economy and help industry and they tell them, they do not ask for Just in the last 4 years, at a 5 percent still recovering from the 9/11 attacks. it, that they are going to give them a interest rate, these people have raised At this extraordinary time, with our $1 trillion tax cut. Then when they ask, taxes on the American people $67 bil- Nation’s many obligations, the govern- well, where are we going to get the lion a year each and every year from ment is nearing the debt limit. If the money, do not worry about it, we will now on to the rest of our lives because Treasury cannot issue the debt, the increase the debt ceiling, we will just of this prolific borrowing that is going government may be unable to meet borrow some money. on. many of its obligations, such as the Who are we borrowing the money President Jimmy Carter once said regular investment into the Civil Serv- from? The Japanese and the Chinese. that the highest office in our land is ice Retirement and Disability Fund. What kind of patriotism is that? What that of citizen, and he is right. Citizens Republicans want to do the responsible kind of bipartisanship do my col- hire us to come here every couple of thing. As a result, Congress is increas- leagues want for that? years in this body to do the public ing the debt limit to $8.1 trillion. The truth is every day for the next 2 work, to try to run their business like Holding the line on spending and years we are going to be dealing with we would run our own. raising the debt limit are not mutually the moral issues that encompass this All we have asked of the majority is exclusive, and it is important to re- Congress and this country, and the before we borrow another $800 billion in

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:39 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.023 H18PT1 H9976 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 the name of every citizen in this coun- Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of are creating jobs, we are increasing try, they would at least give us the op- my time. revenue to the Federal Government, portunity to stop and say why do we Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield and the deficit is dropping. not pay for what we are spending? Why myself such time as I may consume to But today, the question is, for all do we not do the moral value of paying say one thing. We are not paying for those Members who have been so eager our bills? We are not paying our bills anything. We are borrowing every dime to trumpet that press release, so eager by borrowing another $800 billion. We he is talking about. to take credit for that spending that are passing our bills on to our children, Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the they brought home, the question is: our grandchildren and anybody else gentleman from Michigan (Mr. LEVIN). Are you going to step up and pay the who follows us. That is no moral value. (Mr. LEVIN asked and was given per- bills that America and Congress has in- I tell my colleagues one other thing. mission to revise and extend his re- curred, or are you going to vote to stop We are creating a financial vulner- marks.) our Social Security checks, stop the re- ability in this country that is second Mr. LEVIN. The gentleman from tirement checks to our military, stop only to the threat of terrorism. Since Texas (Mr. BRADY) asked us to be bi- the Medicare payments so important 2001, there has been an $844 billion in- partisan. Why were the Republicans for the elderly? crease in foreign-held debt, and do my not bipartisan when you put your budg- It is bipartisan, whether you agree or colleagues know who holds it? Almost et together? You want us to be bipar- disagree with how we got here. And every country in the world. tisan now. What about the past? You that is a fair argument. Republicans I hold this up from the Treasury De- want us to be fiscally responsible for and Democrats have a different view of partment: Japan, over $700 billion; your fiscal irresponsibility. We will not this, and that is a healthy one. But re- mainland China and Hong Kong, over do that. gardless of that, if you supported the $230 billion; the Caribbean banking cen- You mentioned the Medicare bill. We farm bill, if you supported the road ters, over $100 billion. paid for ours. You hid the facts about bills, if you supported the water what you were proposing. You hid projects, if you supported the road 2115 b them from us, and you continue to do projects, then step up and pay the bill We are literally, you are literally so. tonight. mortgaging our future economy to It has been said here let everybody Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of anybody in the world that will give us understand the impact on the families my time. money on the cheap today so we do not of America. The gross interest on the Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 have to face up and pay our own bills national debt this year: three-quarters minutes to the gentleman from Massa- from my generation: pass it on to of all nondefense discretionary spend- chusetts (Mr. NEAL). Mr. NEAL of Massachusetts. Mr. somebody else. It is nothing less than a ing. And when projected over 10 years, Speaker, I thank the gentleman for national security issue, and we will it is going to be even larger than non- have more to say about that later. yielding me this time. defense discretionary spending. Mr. Speaker, the gentleman from Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of This action of yours today is the bit- Texas described a situation here 3 my time. ter fruit of your fiscal irresponsibility. years ago before we went on this bor- Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I You give every reason for this problem rowing binge. What he conveniently ne- yield myself such time as I may con- except your own actions, your own de- glected to point out was that President sume. fault. It is time that you stood up to Bush and the Republican Party inher- Some people have a short memory the bitter fruits of your policies. Do ited the strongest economy in the his- around here. I do believe that reducing not stonewall. Do not give us the hol- tory of America that was expected to the debt, restraining spending is a bi- low excuses. This country’s families post a $5.6 trillion, 10-year surplus. And partisan effort. We have to work to- are now being asked by you for a tax he conveniently neglects to point out gether. But I recall my friends on the increase on every family of America. that it is the $2 trillion that they have Democratic side, when Republicans You can vote for that; I am not going taken from the budget through tax proposed a Medicare drug plan of to do so. cuts that have helped to put us in the around $400 billion, our friends on the Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I situation that we are in. Talk about Democrat side proposed a plan of $968 yield myself such time as I may con- amnesia. billion. We did not spend too little; sume. In just 4 years of Republican manage- they wanted to spend more. When we Like a mortgage payment, like a ment, the country’s fiscal situation has talked about unemployment exten- credit card payment, we are paying for collapsed to the tune of nearly $9 tril- sions, they increased it $30 billion over past decisions by this Congress, some lion, draining the entire Clinton sur- the Republican plan. It was not that we of them decades old. In fact, if we are plus and digging a deficit of $3 trillion, were spending too little; they wanted talking about the past 40 years of con- the largest deficit in the history of the to spend more. And when we talked trol by our Democratic friends, we are world. And today, for the third time in about welfare reform and the need to talking about raiding the Social Secu- 4 years, the country’s fiscal situation move people to work, they added $52 rity trust fund, increasing the debt, has become so dire that we bumped up billion, my Democratic colleagues, so and in more recent years voting against the legal limit on how much we concerned about the debt. It was not against every bill because we did not can borrow. So we are going to raise that we were spending too little; they spend more. Because we did not spend the limit or the government will de- wanted to spend more. more. fault. All of this from the party that in And when we are talking about moral Republicans are standing up for this American history has preached fiscal obligations, I guess I would ask this: Is responsibility. We understand that responsibility. So we have to come up it a moral obligation when you trum- America took three big hits to our with enough money now for their tax pet that press release for that new fire- economy on 9/11: the recession Presi- cuts, the war, and, by the way, just fighting equipment, for that new road dent Bush inherited, the attacks of 9/11 think of this, two wars with four tax you got, for that new university re- that cost us almost 2 million American cuts. That defies human history. search, for that farm bill you cham- jobs, and then the technology bubble And the President has very big plans pioned, when you stand for the ribbon- burst and the scandals from the false for the next 4 years. He says he is going cutting back home, and when you economy of the 1990s. to spend a lot of capital that he has court public approval for spending tax America fought back. Republicans earned. So we are going to create pri- dollars? Do you also have the moral ob- fought back with the simple principle: vate accounts for Social Security, ligation to pay for it? if we want to create jobs in America, which would cost more than $1 trillion, Today, the issue is are we going to leave the tax dollars in America, in our more than the current system might pay the bills of America, pay for the hometowns, on Main Street in our offer; and we do not even have enough spending that has been incurred and small businesses. By fighting back money in the current system so that take responsibility for our own ac- from a hit that would have sent most we are going to borrow this money to- tions? countries stumbling to their knees, we night.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:18 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.025 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9977 The gentleman from Texas (Mr. forget the night on this floor, not so farewell address, ‘‘Man is not free un- BRADY), who is a nice enough fellow, he long ago, in 1996, when in this very less government is limited. There is a mentioned a couple of moments ago Chamber President Clinton said right clear cause and effect here that is as the situation that we are in. I want to on the heels of his attempt to have the neat and predictable as a law of phys- remind this body that 8 years ago the Federal Government take over respon- ics: As government expands, liberty Republican Party was going to im- sibility for one-sixth of the Nation’s contracts.’’ peach Bob Rubin for doing precisely economy, ‘‘the era of big government is President Reagan knew this funda- the things their Secretary of the Treas- over.’’ mental truth: Big government is in- ury is doing this evening. That line recalled similar sentiments compatible with freedom. Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I by such earlier conservative Presidents There is a reason that fiscal restraint reserve the balance of my time. as Ronald Reagan, Calvin Coolidge and is a traditionally conservative value. Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 Abraham Lincoln, with the difference Big government requires big spending minutes to the gentleman from South being that the latter three actually and, therefore, a comfort level in tak- Carolina (Mr. SPRATT). meant it. ing and using the fruits of other peo- (Mr. SPRATT asked and was given How many of you remember not just ple’s labor. It is a comfort level found permission to revise and extend his re- Clinton’s favorite line but the entire in socialism, not conservatism. marks.) passage in proper context? It went as So it is with great sadness that I Mr. SPRATT. Mr. Speaker, I have 2 follows: ‘‘We know big government come to the floor tonight to rec- minutes and three or four charts that I does not have all the answers. We know ommend a vote on increasing the debt think I can tell the whole story with. there is not a program for every prob- ceiling. But the reason it is necessary The year 2001. The President saw, is that the money has already been looking out 10 years, surpluses of $4.6 lem. We have worked to give the Amer- spent. The bills have come due for what trillion, and he said we can have it all, ican people a smaller, less bureaucratic government in Washington, and we this Congress has already voted for. tax cuts and surpluses too. So he sent Three years ago, we endured a vi- us a budget with enormous tax cuts. have to give the American people one that lives within its means. The era of cious attack on our Nation. As horri- We warned against buying into those fying as it was, it was a visible attack, projections, but it was not heeded. big government is over.’’ an attack from without. We knew then They told us at the time that we could I remember that moment vividly. I how to mount a defense against a for- pass these tax cuts and we would not was, of course, sitting in this House eign enemy. We would not give in to even have to consider an increase in Chamber, about 20 feet from the Presi- terror. At the time, Osama bin Laden the debt ceiling until the year 2008. dent, in this seat right here when he boasted, ‘‘I tell you, freedom and That promise lasted 1 year. spoke those words. He was reading The next year, in 2002, there was a from the teleprompter, and his line of human rights in America are doomed.’’ $450 billion request for another hike in sight over the Plexiglas extended di- He was wrong then, and he is wrong the debt ceiling. The following year, rectly to my reserved place here at the now. We will not cede this Nation to 2003, there was a request for an in- leadership table. tyranny, but neither should we cede it crease in the debt ceiling of $984 bil- Because Bill Clinton was very com- to the burdens of big government. lion, the single largest increase in his- fortable using the teleprompter, he We have got to acknowledge that, un- tory, a bigger amount than the entire routinely made eye contact with the like the hideous face of terrorism, big national debt in 1981 when Ronald Members sitting in the Chamber, and government is an attractive seductress. Reagan came to office. he looked me directly in the eye, and It is sometimes enticing to our citi- Add those three together and they at that moment I could see that he was zenry and certainly to many of us in tell you a lot: $450 billion, plus $984 bil- enormously satisfied with that line in this Chamber. But as chairman of the lion, plus tonight’s request, $800 bil- his speech. Yet in retrospect, when Bill Committee on Homeland Security, I lion, comes to $2.234 trillion. $2.234 tril- Clinton declared ‘‘the era of big gov- know that every tax dollar spent on lion. That is the amount by which we ernment is over,’’ he was right, for now nonessential functions of government have had to increase the debt ceiling of we are living in ‘‘the era of really big is, in these times, doubly squandered. the United States in order to accom- government.’’ Monies given to National Public Radio modate the budgets and fiscal policies Assuming we keep to our schedule or the National Endowment for the of the Bush administration: $2.234 tril- this evening, Mr. Speaker, the Federal Arts cannot go toward our national de- lion. Government will spend more than $100 fense. Now, that is bad enough, but we million just in the time we are debat- The truth is, rapid, unsustainable in- asked CBO last September to take its ing this debt ceiling legislation. The creases in nondefense spending threat- latest economic forecast and to project growth of government in modern his- en our ability to protect American citi- the Bush budget 10 years, through the tory has been astounding. In 1952, the zens and to respond to future threats. year 2014, and tell us how much debt year I was born, which we all agree was Period. That is precisely what is hap- would be accumulated in that period of not very long ago, Federal spending pening now so long as the liberal big time if we stayed on this course. This was a quaint $68 billion compared to spenders in this Congress will not say is what is to come. Tonight is only the over $2.5 trillion today. And it was just no. beginning. This is what is to come if we that high because America was at war This vote on the debt ceiling tonight follow those policies for the next 10 in Korea at the time. is nothing but a reminder that it is years. We will accumulate a national When my oldest child was born in high time we get back to pruning back debt of $14.545 trillion. 1993, Federal spending was $1.4 trillion. the waste of government. It can be And here, the final chart tells it all. In just one generation, the size of the done. We did it in 1995, the first year of Our debt is increasing twice as fast as Federal Government had increased the Republican House majority, and we our GDP, or income. This cannot be more than 20-fold. We blew by the $2 can do it now. sustained, and that is why we do not trillion mark in 2002, and we have not The truth is, the biggest spenders in believe this bill in its present form even taken our foot off the accelerator. this Congress will be the ones who vote should be adopted. against this resolution. Because, for b 2130 Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I big spenders, reining in the govern- yield 5 minutes to the gentleman from We are past the point where we can ment is not a serious priority. The ma- California (Mr. COX), a long-serving make excuses for the big government jority of us, however, have got to be re- Member with strong leadership on the elephant in the living room. He has sponsible. We have got to go forward Select Committee on Homeland Secu- taken over our living space, contrib- with renewed resolve to be fiscally re- rity. uting nothing to the family and, as sponsible. We have to keep uppermost Mr. COX. Mr. Speaker, I thank the Ronald Reagan knew, posing a threat in mind that big government does not gentleman for yielding me this time. to our freedoms. have all of the answers. It really does Many of our colleagues are just back President Reagan, my first boss in not have many answers at all. Not good from the Clinton library. I will never Washington, said it best in his 1989 ones, anyway.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:18 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.028 H18PT1 H9978 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 We know there is not a program for on its debt. We must pay our debt, but paying anything. They are borrowing every problem. We have discovered, fiscal responsibility ought to be adopt- another $800 billion. We are not paying after all these years, that is really a ed by the majority that have control to any bills. We are borrowing money good thing. So as we do the right thing do so. right now based on last year of $1.1 bil- tonight, Mr. Speaker, let us vow to Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I lion a day, $48 million an hour, $796,000 stick with what the Founding Fathers yield myself such time as I may con- a minute. We have already borrowed wanted us to do. Not surprisingly, sume. $10 million while we have been talking. those are the very things we have been ‘‘We did not spend a dime around It is $13,000 a second, and you will not good at all along. here for the past 10 years. All the let us have pay-as-you-go. Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield spending is yours’’? Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the myself such time as I may consume. That is not what you told your con- gentleman from Mississippi (Mr. TAY- Mr. Speaker, what the gentleman stituents. I have seen your press re- LOR). just told Members is up is down, and leases. You said you secured the road Mr. TAYLOR of Mississippi. Mr. down is up. The liberal big spenders project. You said you championed uni- Speaker, there is a lot of talk about have not spent a dime in this place in versity research. You said you got that morality on this House floor and about 10 years. They do not have the votes. road project. Here is my question: Who patriotism. Mr. Speaker, I yield 21⁄2 minutes to are you not leveling with, the voters I want someone to explain to me how the gentleman from Maryland (Mr. back home or the people listening to- it can be moral for a father to stick his HOYER). night? kids with his bills. How can it be moral Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I thank Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, will the for me to stick my three kids and the gentleman for yielding me this gentleman yield? CHARLIE STENHOLM’S beautiful grand- time. Mr. BRADY of Texas. I yield to the son here with $800 billion of new debt? Mr. Speaker, I would suggest to the gentleman from Maryland. I want to hear how it is patriotic to gentleman from Tennessee that Lewis Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I thank burden the next generation of Ameri- Carroll is writing the speeches that are the gentleman for yielding. cans with so much debt that they can- being given on this legislation: Up is I am prepared to pay for the public not pay for their wars which they will down, black is white, good is bad, and works projects that I secure. The pub- unfortunately have, that they cannot bad is good. lic works project that this side secured pay for their natural disasters that are Dick Armey said Republicans control pales into insignificance beside the going to happen. Please tell me how this town, and you have for 4 years. Re- public works projects that you get for that is moral or patriotic. publicans control it. This House, the your Members on your side of the aisle, And for God’s sake, Mr. BRADY, Senate, and the White House. Not a 17 times as much as we did, and you please do not tell me you are paying nickel is spent because Democrats vote came here saying we are against pork. the bills tonight when you are bor- on it. It is all your spending that you Seventeen times, my friend. Seventeen rowing $800 billion that you are going are talking about. All your spending. times is the pork in your bills. to stick your kids with. You are not The immoral, intellectually bank- Mr. BRADY of Texas. ‘‘Mr. Speaker, paying the bill. Your kids are going to rupt fiscal policies that we have been we did not spend a dime around here pay the bill. And until they pay the pursuing for the last 4 years resulted in for the past 10 years. It is all your bill, we are going to continue to squan- this request for this gargantuan in- spending.’’ That was 2 minutes ago. der $1 billion a day on interest on the crease on the debt on the head of every Today, it is, yeah, we spent a lot, but national debt. American, young and old. you spent more. Well, there is a dif- It gets better, Mr. BRADY, because I Bill Clinton was President of the ference. What we spent our deficit on bet when you got back to Texas you United States and, in 1998, no increase was tax relief for the American people. tell them how much you hate foreign in the debt; 1999, no increase in the I readily admit that. When we look at aid, and so I am sure you would love to debt; 2000, no increase in the debt; 2001, the deficit today, and we do share this, tell the people of Texas that one-third no increase in the debt. Not until the the fact of the matter is 50 percent of of that billion dollars a day that we Republican fiscal policies were adopted our deficit is caused because of this re- spend on interest on the national debt did this country start to sink deeper cession and we have to strengthen this goes to the Communist Chinese, goes and deeper and deeper into debt. From economy. We have to get into a strong- to the Japanese, goes to the other less than $6 trillion, in 42 months you er economy. Twenty-five percent of it countries that now own one-third of have taken this country another $2 was new spending, spending that you our debt. I am sure you are proud of trillion in debt. have claimed credit for, not tonight, that. Let us talk of moral values in Amer- but you have claimed credit for years But let me just remind you, Mr. ica. Let us talk of squandering the pub- and years throughout the districts, in BRADY, 3 years ago on this floor, on my lic resources of a $5.6 trillion surplus your speeches and in your campaigns. son’s birthday, you all came down and that President George Bush said was And the rest of that, that small said you can cut taxes, increase spend- available when he spoke to this Con- amount left, is for tax relief to get peo- ing, and you were going to pay off the gress in February, 2001. We have some ple back to work, to help small busi- debt. Since that time, you have bor- fiscal conservatives, they say, on this nesses create jobs and get this econ- rowed $1,786,314,460,700.45. It gets bet- floor and they say spending is the prob- omy strong again. ter. Because in that time you have sto- lem. Why have they not stopped it for Mr. Speaker, Republicans are step- len over $600 billion from the Social Se- 4 years? ping up tonight to accept that respon- curity trust fund. Tell me how it is They say there has been terrorism. I sibility to get the economy going. We moral for you to steal from the Social agree. There has been a war. We had a are going to pay our bills. We are not Security trust fund, how it is moral to war under President Clinton, Members going to claim credit for spending, lay steal from the Medicaid trust fund, recall, one the other side of the aisle the blame on another party, and then how it is moral to steal from the mili- was not enthusiastic about, but we lost try to stop the checks for our Social tary retirees. very few people, and the despot who Security recipients and our Medicare ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE committed genocide against the Bos- recipients and our military retirees. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. nian people is now locked in The Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of SIMPSON). The Chair reminds Members Hague. my time. to address the Chair and not other I tell my friends, this is the right Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield Members in the second person. thing to do if we adopt the motion to myself 30 seconds. Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I instruct that will be offered by the gen- Mr. Speaker, I do not think people yield myself 45 seconds. tleman from Texas (Mr. STENHOLM), realize the situation we are in. We will Mr. Speaker, tell me the moral clar- the most fiscally responsible Member step up to the plate if the other side ity of going home each week and trum- of this body. Increase it for a short will allow us to pay-as-you-go, but peting that press release for the fire- time. The United States cannot welch they will not do that. They are not fighter fund or the road project or for

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:18 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.030 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9979 that water project, and then stand up ican workers, and leaving the next generation hearts, in both parties, every day, be- here tonight and tell us we are not free of crushing deficits. The majority has cause this man has lived it for 26 years going to pay the bill for it. So the sen- abandoned these principles, but we will not let and in a friendly and bipartisan fashion iors who need their Social Security them be forgotten. The futures of our children tried to carry each one of us on his checks, the heck with them. The mili- and our grandchildren are at sake. ample shoulders. tary retirees who are counting on their We are here to vote on the administration’s It is a tough job, even in the greatest retirement, the heck with them. I got demand for an increase in the debt limit of country in the history of the world, to my press acclaim, I got my public sup- $800 billion dollars. This is the third increase do the right thing when it comes to fu- port, but you, you on the other side of in the debt that this administration has de- ture generations like his grandson sit- the aisle, you take responsibility for manded in its first term—for a total of $2.1 tril- ting right there. It is a tough job to making sure those checks get there. lion, the largest debt increase in our history. live within the budget that you set. Tell me the moral obligation of that. This administration has spent recklessly and But CHARLIE has done the best job of immorally, driving the deficit each year to a any of us. So I hope that in this debate b 2145 new record. tonight, as we are literally borrowing Mr. Speaker, I yield 11⁄2 minutes to Democrats know how to reduce the deficit— nearly $1 million a minute against our the gentlewoman from Pennsylvania and so did Republicans, in earlier years. children and grandchildren, that we (Ms. HART). When I came to Congress in 1992 we had a will learn to reform, because this de- Ms. HART. Mr. Speaker, I thank the deficit of $290 billion. Yet, after 8 years of bi- bate is really about whether we reform gentleman for yielding me this time, partisan policies of fiscal responsibility we our ways starting tonight. Not next and I rise in support of this proposal. ended President Clinton’s second term with a Congress, not next year. Starting now. Some will talk and just say no and just projected 10-year surplus of $5.6 trillion. Will we adopt pay-as-you-go? Because point fingers. Others will stand and After only 4 years of this administration’s ir- that is the only thing that has worked take the responsibility for governing. responsible spending, we have a 10-year pro- around here. CHARLIE STENHOLM has We have absolutely had a very difficult jected deficit of $2.3 trillion—a free fall of al- championed that. It has worked. It last several years. We came into this, most $8 trillion dollars in only 4 years. How worked for 12 years magnificently. We this administration, with a recession, much worse will it get before we can restore all need to get behind CHARLIE STEN- we were attacked, we are dealing with the government to its true principles? HOLM and adopt pay-as-you-go as the a war on terror, increased costs of Having been chastised by all the financial policy of this House. homeland security to fight terror, to ministers of Europe this week for allowing the Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I prevent further attacks on the United U.S. budget deficit to get to this point, Sec- yield 1 minute to the gentleman from States. That costs a lot of money. retary Snow said today that the budget deficit Indiana (Mr. BURTON), chairman of the There is no doubt that dealing with is the administration’s highest economic pri- Committee on Government Reform. Mr. BURTON of Indiana. I thank the those costs during a recession put us in ority. I challenge the administration to put its a difficult situation. gentleman for yielding me this time. money where its mouth is. Mr. Speaker, I am no longer the So what are we to do? Simply say, oh If the administration meant what it said, it chairman of the Committee on Govern- my, let’s raise taxes on the American would urge Republicans to join Democrats in ment Reform, but I am the chairman of people who are in a recession? That is reinstituting the pay-go rules that enabled us a subcommittee and I do appreciate it. a huge mistake. We are getting out of to reduce the deficit under President Clinton. The gentleman from Virginia (Mr. TOM the recession. We see growth. We see We had bipartisan support for these rules for DAVIS) might take issue with that. job improvement, all as a result of the 8 years—because they work, and because Let me just say, I looked around this President’s and our decision to keep they represent the necessary and responsible Chamber and I was listening to the de- taxes low. course. bate. I have a lot of friends on the The whole point of this tonight is to If the administration meant what it said, we Democrat side, including my good take responsibility, not cry and whine would have a strategy to pay down the debt buddy CHARLIE STENHOLM and CHARLIE and say it is not our fault, it is your held by China and other Asian countries be- RANGEL. We have all been here for a fault. We are taking responsibility. We fore they acquire a stranglehold on our econ- long time. All I can say is that it really are going to raise the debt ceiling. We omy and can dictate our fiscal choices. kind of tickles me because I hear many are continuing with a conservative If the administration meant what it said, we of my colleagues on the Democrat side budget that will cut our deficit in half would not be here debating a further increase of the aisle talking about spending con- in 5 years. That is responsible. I urge in the debt limit while the Secretary has al- straint. For 40 years you guys had con- my colleagues to grow up, take respon- ready raided the Civil Service Retirement trol of this place and year after year sibility and support this tonight. Fund. after year after year the budget deficit Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield For the sake of our children and grand- went up and up and up and up, and now for the purpose of making a unanimous children, we must bring government back to that we are in the majority and we consent request to the gentlewoman fiscal responsibility. Any vote on increasing the have got all these problems and grant- from New York (Mrs. MALONEY). debt limit must be coupled with a vote to rein- ed we do have a lot of problems we (Mrs. MALONEY asked and was given state the pay-go rules. have got to get control of spending and permission to revise and extend her re- Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield I am for all of that. marks.) myself 10 seconds. We want to take re- To hear colleagues of mine like Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker: sponsibility. We want to pay as you go CHARLIE and others come up here and A little patience, and we shall see the reign instead of borrowing and borrowing talk about spending constraints tickles of witches pass over, their spells dissolve, and borrowing. That is responsible. me to death, because for 40 years you and the people, recovering their true sight, Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the did not do that. I love you guys. I love restore their government to its true prin- gentleman from Tennessee (Mr. COO- working with you. But there is nothing ciples. It is true that in the meantime we are PER). like a reformed lady of the evening, suffering deeply in spirit, and incurring the Mr. COOPER. We are all sinners. and I love you guys because you are horrors of a war and long oppressions of None of us has clean hands, particu- changing. enormous public debt. If the game runs larly on spending issues. But there is sometimes against us at home we must have But where were you for those 40 patience till luck turns, and then we shall one among us who over the last 26 years? I do believe we have to work to- have an opportunity of winning back the years has the cleanest record and the gether. I do believe we have to work to- principles we have lost, for this is a game best record of doing the right thing on gether, but please remember your past where principles are at stake.—Thomas Jef- Federal budget deficits. That man’s when you are admonishing us to ferson, 1798, after the passage of the Sedition name is CHARLIE STENHOLM, and he is change things. Act. proudly from Texas. Sadly, tragically, Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield These words of Jefferson ring particularly due to the last election and very unfair myself 10 seconds. The gentleman from true at this moment. Principles are indeed at partisan gerrymandering, he will no Indiana’s side of the aisle has borrowed stake—basic principles of standing up for fis- longer be with us. But we need to carry more money in 31⁄2 years than the cal integrity, keeping our promises to Amer- CHARLIE STENHOLM’s message in our Democrats borrowed in 40.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:18 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.034 H18PT1 H9980 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 minutes to the portunity to do that tonight by adopt- should vote against this debt ceiling gentleman from Georgia (Mr. SCOTT). ing a PAYGO rule. You can start right limit. The first is that there is no plan Mr. SCOTT of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, now. to pay it off and the second is that I am so proud to stand in this well as Mr. Speaker, I yield 11⁄4 minutes to what we are really doing is mortgaging a Democrat, and I hope that the people the gentleman from Tennessee (Mr. our children’s future. The reality is of this country are taking good notes DAVIS). that when you talk about social spend- tonight, because it is the Democrats in Mr. DAVIS of Tennessee. Mr. Speak- ing, we could eliminate all social this Congress who are standing up for er, there has been a lot of talk and dis- spending and we would still have an an- sound fiscal responsibility. I think it is cussion in the media recently about nual deficit. Tax cuts have equaled 17 very important for us to realize and our country’s morals which played an times all domestic discretionary spend- never forget that it was President Clin- important role, I think, to many in our ing, and every child born in this coun- ton who left a huge surplus that has recent elections. I personally welcome try is now going to inherit $85,000 in in- been squandered in these last 4 years. these discussions, but I am saddened by terest costs on this debt, and that is Here are the facts. This is the third the fact that there has been little talk what you are passing on to the next time in 3 years that the debt limit has about the moral values of the govern- generation. That is immoral. been increased for a grand total of ment’s borrow-and-spend economic Also, bear in mind that 90 percent of more than $2 trillion. The last hike was policies. this new debt is being bought by for- nearly $1 trillion. But it took less than Tonight we will have a vote to raise eign countries. Forty-three percent of 18 months for the government to hit the debt ceiling for the third time in it is now owned by foreign countries. the new rate ceiling. By way of com- the last 3 years. Why? Because Con- Imagine the situation that you are parison, the entire Federal debt in 1980 gress has been content to manage the leaving to the next generation. This is American taxpayers’ money in a way was just less than $1 trillion. We are on the result of a $10 trillion fiscal rever- that immorally disregards the well- a runaway train without any brakes. sal. We are going to offer a PAYGO being of our Nation’s economic future. And all we are asking for is pay-as-you- proposal where we would look at rev- I believe it is immoral for this country go so that we can be responsible. enue as well as spending. That is what I will tell you really just how irre- to keep racking up debt as far as the you have to do. That is the only thing sponsible you are being on the other eye can see and to pass it on to our that has worked, and that is the only side of the aisle. Do you realize that 90 children and our grandchildren. I think responsible thing to do tonight. percent of this new debt that you are it is immoral to borrow and spend and Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I creating is being purchased by foreign ask our soldiers to make the ultimate yield myself 30 seconds as a reminder countries and foreign interests? And sacrifice while we refuse to make even that it is the economy that has caused just the amount of the interest that we marginal sacrifices in our fiscal poli- this deficit; it is additional spending are paying on it, just the cost of bor- cies. rowing this money from these coun- Mr. Speaker, last week on Thursday, both for homeland security, supporting tries accounts for more than 10 percent November 11, the 278th Regimental our troops, and for those press releases of all of Federal spending, which is Combat Unit left for Iraq. Many of Members in this Chamber have so more than what we are spending on our these brave men and women of this Na- proudly touted back home. Today, and own homeland security. You talk about tional Guard unit come from Tennessee in fact we could have taken away all irresponsibility. It is truly irrespon- and from my congressional district. I the tax cuts and we would still be run- sible for us to turn over our debt, our was able to visit the 278th in Fort Shel- ning a deficit in America. It is time to fiscal security, to foreign interests, let by, Mississippi, the day they went off pay our bills. Let us not cut off checks alone the irresponsibility we are show- to defend our country. I wish them to our Social Security people simply ing for passing on this debt to our chil- luck and offer my prayers for their safe for partisan purposes. dren. return home. Now I wish our soldiers’ Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I government would take the steps nec- my time. yield myself 1 minute. essary to curb this deficit spending, to Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield 2 Let us do a quick fact check here. reinstate true budget enforcement minutes to the gentleman from Wis- Eighty-eight percent of the debt that measures like PAYGO, and to pay consin (Mr. OBEY). we are raising today comes from gov- down this Nation’s debt, instead of con- b 2200 ernment transfers, or from past debts tinuing to raise the ceiling, so that our Mr. OBEY. Mr. Speaker, we have before President Bush’s administration troops when they return home, they heard some quite interesting state- took office. Eighty-eight percent of are not left with footing the bill for a ments tonight. One of the previous that. So we are paying for past deci- war they so bravely fought. As we con- speakers derided this side of the aisle sions, including past Democratic ad- tinue to discuss morality in America, I for the way we handled the national ministrations and Democratic holds of hope we will not continue to ignore the economy for the 40 years we were in this Congress. immoralities of our current fiscal poli- control. Second point. Our deficit and our cies. debt is way too high. I think we all Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I Here are the facts: from 1946 until agree on that. I do not know anyone yield myself 30 seconds. 1979, our national debt as a percentage here who thinks otherwise. That truly I think it is important to keep focus of total national income declined by al- is bipartisan. Let us keep in perspec- that 88 percent of this debt occurred most three-quarters, from 126 percent tive that publicly held debt today is 37 through intergovernmental transfers of our total national income to about percent of the economy. It was as high or before the Bush administration. It is 25 percent of our total national income. as 49 percent in 1995 during President a shared debt and a shared responsi- Then along came Ronald Reagan and Clinton’s tenure. The fact of the mat- bility. The way we do not tackle it is his free lunch budgets; and in the years ter is the debt and the deficit is too to cut off the retirement checks for the he was President, our national debt, as high at all levels in America’s history, military mothers and fathers of those a percentage of our national income, and at some point at the end of this deserving today. That is exactly the doubled. Our national debt went from bate after this is all done and we get wrong way to do it, the wrong way to less than $1 trillion to more than $3 out and get through with all of our duck responsibility. Together we can trillion under Ronald Reagan’s stew- purging of our frustrations on how we agree to pay our bills and then work ardship. got here, we are going to have to work together to reduce the debt. Bill Clinton came into the White together to balance this budget, to Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of House, and with the support of the start paying down this debt and find my time. Democratic Party with not a single some solutions. Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield 1 vote from the Republican side of the Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of minute to the gentleman from Virginia aisle, he took the actions that led to a my time. (Mr. MORAN). balanced budget and produced the sur- Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield Mr. MORAN of Virginia. Mr. Speak- pluses that were referred to earlier by myself 5 seconds. You have got an oper, there are two reasons why we the gentleman from Maryland (Mr.

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All adopt pay-as-you-go, which simply says pact of a huge budget deficit, a huge of the talk about the past is beside the we are going to pay the bills, not bor- national debt has on the lives of work- point. This debate tonight is about row the money from our children and ing families in America, and I com- what we are going to do tomorrow, and grandchildren, from anybody on Earth mend the gentleman from New York that is what the Stenholm motion is that will buy our paper at a relatively (Mr. RANGEL) as well. all about. It says that regardless of low rate of interest while we are here I want to reserve my highest praise what anybody has done in the past, to- in this place, I tell my colleagues, I for the gentleman from Texas (Mr. morrow we are going to return to the said at the outset, this is not an acci- STENHOLM). This Congress has been kind of fiscal responsibility we have dent, Mr. Speaker. This is a willful, blessed for many years by his distin- not seen under the Bush administra- knowingly, deliberately conscious act guished service in the House of Rep- tion by returning to PAYGO. If they of following an economic plan that resentatives. He has been a champion believe in being more responsible to- puts us further and further into debt, for the American people, for the Amer- morrow than they have been up until and they will not accept a simple pro- ican farmer, and a leader for fiscal today, they will vote against this reso- vision that says simply we ought to soundness in our country. He is about lution and they will vote for the Sten- pay for what we are consuming. They accountability, accountability in our holm motion. will not accept that. We are going to service here. No one has been a strong- Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I have a motion to recommit that will er or more eloquent voice for that mes- reserve the balance of my time ask for it to. sage and what it means. He has been a Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield 1 He said we are going to get around it. teacher to the Congress. He has minute to the gentleman from Hawaii We can do it tonight. We can start act- changed the thinking of a political (Mr. ABERCROMBIE). ing responsibly tonight by simply party by making Democrats the party (Mr. ABERCROMBIE asked and was adopting pay-as-you-go. That is what of fiscal responsibility for having a given permission to revise and extend most American families do. That is pay-as-you-go policy where we say no his remarks.) considered a virtue where I come from. more budget deficit, no more deficit Mr. ABERCROMBIE. Mr. Speaker, I One pays their bills, they try to be- spending. want to wish everybody aloha here. have, they go to work, they get up, It has too high a cost in the personal Can we get a smile on everybody’s they go to church. That is responsi- lives of the American people. It has too face? Aloha. I invite everybody all out bility. It is not responsible to say I am high a cost to fiscal soundness of our to Honolulu. As long as we are spend- going to buy a new house and give the country, and as others have indicated, ing money, why not come out to Hono- mortgage to my son. That is not re- there are countries that own our debt lulu and enjoy it while they have the sponsible. that we are at the mercy of should opportunity? I tell my colleagues this is very frus- they decide not to play in those mar- Let us face it. The only reason that trating because it is so abundantly kets at any given time. we are not out there right now is that clear we are mortgaging the future of So this place will simply not be the the Democrats did not take over. If I this country. And what makes it worse same without the gentleman from were chairing one of the committees, is that now 43 percent of our paper is Texas (Mr. STENHOLM), but I hope that we would have an excuse to bring ev- being held by foreign governments that as a source of comfort, if that is the erybody along. We could have a discus- do not see the world as we see it. And word, to him as he goes on to other sion out there on the beach. some day, I sound like a canary in a great things, and I know he will, that Somebody asked me today, What are coal mine, some day, these chickens he has made a tremendous difference we doing down there during this lame are going to come home to roost. When for our country. He has made tremen- duck session? I said, We are organizing they quit buying, we are going to have dous progress for our country. I know I our delusions. That is what we are lost control of this economy and we speak for every person here when I say doing, organizing our delusions. will have to pay whoever however it has been an honor to call him col- I just spoke to the gentleman from much in order to refinance this debt. league. I thank the gentleman from Indiana (Mr. BURTON), and I said, You And that market is going to respond to Texas (Mr. STENHOLM). are engaged in a non sequitur here, the what you people are doing. And it is fact that you can point to somebody not going to be too much longer, I am Mr. Speaker, many of us just came and say you did something real bad for afraid. And when it does, it is going to back from the dedication of the Clin- a long time and so now we have an ex- be something that the American people ton Library, where obviously we were cuse to keep on doing it. are going to suffer from for a long time drenched in the rain for several hours. That is not an answer. If we are going to come. But it was well worth it because we to do right by the American people, Mr. Speaker, I reserve the balance of could pay tribute to a President who starting tonight, as the gentleman my time. too was committed to fiscal soundness. from Tennessee (Mr. TANNER) said, it is Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I Under the economic policy and the always time to start doing the right reserve the balance of my time. plan that was passed in this body by thing. And tonight we ought to start Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield only Democratic votes, our country by doing it by passing the Stenholm the balance of my time to the gentle- went on a path of fiscal soundness that motion and acting responsible towards woman from California (Ms. PELOSI). had zero deficit in 1999. Zero deficit. the people who sent us here. Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, I thank Think of it. Compared to this year Aloha, Mr. Speaker. Have a wonder- the gentleman from Tennessee for when the deficit is over $425 billion just ful holiday. yielding me this time, and I commend for this year. And President Clinton, Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I yield him for his very excellent work on fis- when he left office, he put us on a path myself such time as I may consume. cal soundness for our country and in of fiscal soundness and surplus of $5.6 I do not really believe that people of this Congress. He has so eloquently trillion, $5.6 trillion in surplus. our country realize the shape the fi- driven the message home that no coun- And now we are going on a path of nancial balance sheet of our country is try has ever been strong, prosperous, over $3 trillion in deficit, a huge swing in. The budget deficit last year, if we and bankrupt. I thank him for his elo- approaching $10 trillion. It is historic, stack $1 bills on top of one another, quence and his leadership. the swing that has taken place. So no would be 41,000 miles high. Listen to The gentleman from New York (Mr. wonder we would endure the driving this: we are paying $5,100 a second in RANGEL), our distinguished ranking rain and all that it did to us there to interest, $310,000 a minute. The Amer- member on the Committee on Ways thank President Clinton.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.040 H18PT1 H9982 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 And I might say that in attendance from New York (Mr. RANGEL), the gen- was one of the six core values in our New were also present Jimmy Carter, Presi- tleman from Tennessee (Mr. TANNER), Partnership for America’s Future. dent George Herbert Walker Bush, and and the gentleman from Texas (Mr. Democrats believe we must return to ac- President George W. Bush. And both STENHOLM) for their exceptional leader- countability by restoring fiscal discipline and Presidents Bush spoke with great elo- ship on this subject, which is a very, eliminating deficit spending with pay-as-you-go quence. They spoke with great unity very important one to our children, budget rules in which both tax cuts and for our country. It was an honor for all that we are accountable to them, that spending increases must be paid for. of us to hear their words and to be what we hand to them is our responsi- These rules created the surpluses under there with them at the dedication of bility and that we will never forget President Clinton, and can work again. the Clinton Library. So it was a very that. Democrats tried earlier today to restore the wonderful occasion. And I, as Demo- With that, Mr. Speaker, I urge my successful pay-as-you-go rules, but Repub- cratic leader, want to thank President colleagues to vote for fiscal soundness, licans wrongly rejected that effort. Now, be- George W. Bush for giving us the vote for pay-as-you-go, vote for a plan cause this issue is so critical, we offer the Re- planes to enable us to go there and to to reduce the deficit, vote for a limita- publicans yet another chance to work together thank our distinguished Speaker for tion on the time that the Republicans in good faith to reduce the deficit. rolling the votes so that the Democrats can continue to pile on and pile on the CHARLIE STENHOLM has long been one of and I think some of the Republicans debt. the most passionate and eloquent advocates could go there. Senator FRIST was At the same time, President Clinton’s re- for fiscal responsibility in this Congress. And there, but some from the House were sponsible economic policies eliminated the tonight he is giving us another opportunity to there as well. deficit, and we had three years in a row of meet our moral responsibility to the next gen- But just to get back to our subject budget surpluses. eration. here, here we come back. Is it not iron- How ironic—and how sad—that our first By supporting his motion to instruct, we will ic that the Republicans in the cam- item of legislative business upon returning to agree to increase the debt ceiling until April 15 paign went out there and talked about Washington after election is to raise the debt next year, at which point the President must their economic policy and the first ceiling to make room for the enormous piles of present a balanced budget. This would keep order of legislative business when we debt that President Bush, and this Republican the government running and give the Presi- get back here is to increase the debt Congress have run up. dent and Congress time to put forward the ceiling? In the course of the President’s When President Bush took office, we were balanced budget the American people need administration now, this 4 years, it on a path to a $5.6 trillion surplus. We are and deserve. will have been raised $2 trillion. This is now facing a $3 trillion deficit—a fiscal col- Thank you, CHARLIE, for all of your leader- absolutely astounding in terms of these lapse of nearly $9 trillion. Record surpluses ship, and for this motion. I urge my colleagues figures. Whatever happened to the def- have become record deficits. The deficit for to support the Stenholm motion to instruct. icit hawks? I know they are over there. this year alone is $413 billion. Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I We heard from them in earlier mani- Now, Republicans want to raise the debt yield myself such time as I may con- festations of their legislative lives that limit for the third time in three years. Including sume to close. they really were concerned about the this year’s increase, Republicans will have Mr. Speaker, let me first, on behalf of fiscal soundness of our country. Have raised the debt limit by more than $2.2 trillion this side of the aisle, join with the Mi- the deficit hawks become an endan- since President Bush took office. nority Leader in praising the service of gered species? What happened to the Republican deficit the gentleman from Texas (Mr. STEN- Be true to yourselves. Face the facts. hawks? They have become an endangered HOLM). His grandson ought to be proud We have to have pay-as-you-go again. species in Washington. The truth is that there of his granddad, his service here, both Pay-as-you-go is what brought us into really is no limit to the amount of debt Repub- for our country here in Congress and in surplus. Pay-as-you-go is the way we licans are willing to run up. Texas where, as a fellow Texan, I can have to go now. And we will have that Republicans will tell you that these deficits tell my colleagues I am very proud of opportunity to do that later. are not their fault; that they were caused by his service and proud to have served I am going to submit my fuller state- circumstances beyond their control. But it’s with him. ment for the RECORD because the hour just not true. There is something else we share as is late and because my colleagues have These deficits are the direct result of irre- well. We share a debt in this Nation spoken so eloquently to this point. But sponsible Republican choices—tax cuts for the and we share a responsibility to pay I just want to close with a point about wealthy and reckless corporate handouts in- those bills. The debt we face tonight is accountability. This budget that we cluding tax breaks that encourage shipping shared. Eighty-eight percent of this have is supposed to be a statement of jobs overseas. debt occurs from intergovernmental The Republican policy of borrow-and-spend our national values. We have talked transfers of before the Bush adminis- about that over and over again. And a must end. We are running up a bill and hand- tration. This is debt generated over value that we have to have is accounting it to our children. decades and decades that every Mem- ability, how we answer to the next gen- We should be giving our children oppor- ber in this House today had a hand in eration for the debt that we are piling tunity, not obligations, but America’s growing creating. on them. We want to give our children debt will ensure that our children and our The solution in the end, after all of opportunity. Instead, we are giving grandchildren are paying for Republican irre- the rhetoric is said and done, is going them obligations. sponsibility for the rest of their lives. Their taxes will pay for the interest on our to be to join together for spending re- 2215 b debt instead of keeping our military the strong- straint, for abolishing obsolete agen- It is simply not right. est in the world, strengthening Social Security, cies, to eliminating the billions of dol- So I urge all of my colleagues to sup- or improving education. lars of duplication, to getting a back- port our motion to commit which will Higher deficits also have real consequences bone to say no to projects. And, in fact, accommodate, will give the govern- for American families today. The federal gov- we have the opportunity starting in ment a chance to go forward, but also ernment is by far the largest player in the January, maybe tonight, to have a to put a limit on this profligate in- credit markets, and when federal borrowing in- fresh start about working together, Re- crease in the debt. I hope at the end of creases there is less credit available to every- publicans and Democrats, to again bal- the evening, though, that everyone one else, causing interest rates to rise. ance this budget and to start paying who stands up for fiscal soundness will Higher interest rates mean consumers must down that debt. vote against this irresponsible lifting spend more on their mortgage, credit cards, But, in truth, the question tonight is of the debt ceiling unless there is a re- and student loan payments. much simpler than that. The question sponsible discipline thrust upon it of And when it becomes more expensive to is, are we going to pay our bills? Are pay-as-you-go or a plan from the Presi- borrow money, businesses are less likely to we going to take responsibility for that dent to say how he intends to reduce make the investments that generate jobs and press release, that project, that water the deficit. opportunities. funding, that university research, all of With that, once again, I want to com- Democrats have a better way. We believe in those things that we have championed mend my colleagues, the gentleman accountability in government. Accountability and ran on back home, are we going to

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.042 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9983 take responsibility to pay those bills instituting the pay-as-you-go (PAYGO) system is how many Members who won their seats in tonight? Or are we going to vote to go that applies to tax cuts as well as mandatory part by pledging never to raise taxes will vote into default, to not meet our obliga- spending. These PAYGO enforcement rules for this tax increase on future generations tions, to stop our Social Security were so effective in the 1990s at reducing our without so much as a second thought. checks to the elderly or retirement deficit and making our way towards a surplus. The term ‘‘national debt’’ really is a mis- checks and medicare payments? Democrats in Congress have time after time nomer. It is not the Nation’s debt. Instead, it It is time to gather Republicans and supported the reestablishment of these effec- is the Federal Government’s debt. The Amer- Democrats to pay our bills, to look out tive rules, but it seems no one on the other ican people did not spend the money, but they for our seniors and to vote yes on this side of the chamber is listening. will have to pay it back. debt ceiling. These Republican policies will double the Most Americans do not spend much time Mr. Speaker, I yield back the balance current debt in 10 years. The CBO projects worrying about the national debt, which now of my time. that the debt subject to limit will continue to totals more than $8 trillion. The number is so Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, rise, reaching $13.272 trillion by 2014 if there staggering that it hardly seems real, even I rise today thoroughly discouraged with the is no change in current Republican budget when economists issue bleak warnings about current proposal to increase the public debt policy. Accounting for the implementation of how much every American owes—currently limit by a staggering $800 billion. If this pro- administration policies, such as making per- about $25,000. Of course, Congress never posal is allowed to pass the American people manent the expiring tax cuts, the government hands each taxpayer a bill for that amount. In- will inherit a budget system that allows the will incur about $6.2 trillion in additional debt stead, the Federal Government uses the peo- federal deficit to grow to $8.18 trillion. This between now and 2014, raising the statutory ple’s hard-earned money to pay interest on kind of economic maneuvering is not only dan- debt to a projected $14.5 trillion, nearly double this debt, which is like making minimum pay- gerously foolish, it is in fact unethical. There is the current $7.384 trillion limit. These figures ments on a credit card. Notice that the prin- a reason why we have a federal debt limit, be- are astounding in their size, but truly they are cipal never goes down. In fact, it is rising cause incurring too much debt ruins our ability saddening in their effect. Our children will bear steadily. The problem is very simple: Congress al- for long-term growth, by adding an additional the burden of this fiscal insanity. We can raise most always spends more each year than the $800 billion to the debt limit we are only the debt limit today with little effect, but we are IRS collects in revenues. Federal spending al- laughing at the idea of fiscal constraint. This only postponing the inevitable. At some point ways goes up, but revenues are not so de- proposal being considered by this body only all accounts have to be paid, unfortunately by pendable, especially since raising income continues the fiscal irresponsibility of the Bush then it will be our children who will be left with taxes to sufficiently fund the government administration and this Republican Congress. this oversized bill. This administration has tried to say that defi- Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, as we pre- would be highly unpopular. So long as Con- gress spends more than the government takes cits don’t matter; we know that that is simply pare to convene the 109th Congress, one of via taxes, the Federal Government must raise not true. History has proven that chronic defi- our top priorities should be getting our fiscal cits threaten our economic strength by crowd- taxes, print more dollars, or borrow money. house in order. Unfortunately the Republican Over the past 3 years, we have witnessed ing out private investment, driving up interest leadership is sending us in the wrong direc- rates, and slowing economic growth. Indeed an unprecedented explosion in federal spend- tion. The House voted recently to raise the ing. The national debt has actually increased foreign investment in the United States has debt limit by a total of $800 billion. The vote dried up because foreign investors have no an average of $160 billion a day since Sep- to raise the debt limit for a third time in 3 tember 30, 2003. confidence in the Bush economic agenda. years is a direct consequence of the reckless Federal law limits the total amount of debt This administration’s irresponsible budget poli- fiscal policy pursued by the Republican leader- the Treasury can carry. Despite a historic in- cies have turned a surplus into a large deficit ship over the last few years. crease in the debt limit in 2002 and another that is choking off growth in the American A key step to putting America back on the increase in 2003, the current limit of $7.38 tril- economy. path to financial security would be re-imple- lion was reached last month. So Congress President Bush likes to say his budget is menting pay-as-you-go policies. The House must once again vote to raise the limit. Hard geared towards tax cuts for all Americans. Republican leadership blocked efforts to re- as it may be for the American people to be- When in fact the average American won’t restore these rules. Using pay-as-you-go rules, lieve, many experts expect government spend- ceive a substantial tax cut, but will instead be the Clinton administration helped turn a $290 ing will exceed this new limit next year. hit with a tax hike in the form of an ever-grow- billion budget deficit in 1992 into budget sur- Increasing the national debt sends a signal ing deficit. A large deficit means taxpayers pluses in 1998, 1999, and 2000. As a result, to investors that the government is not serious have to shoulder the costs of paying the inter- the Clinton administration was successful in about reining in spending. This increases the est on this new national debt. The end result paying down $362 billion in publicly held debt. risks that investors will be reluctant to buy will be a debt tax on the great majority of However, in 2002, the Republican leadership government debt instruments. The effects on Americans. This will be a tax on lower and let the pay-as-you-go rules expire and once the American economy could be devastating. middle class Americans; it will be a tax on the again we are facing endless budget deficits The only reason why we have been able to elderly and most unfortunately it will be a tax and soaring national debt. endure such large deficits without skyrocketing on our children. The truly sad part of the Debt increases have serious consequences interest rates is the willingness of foreign na- President’s economic policies is that while for American families. At a time when the tions to buy the Federal Government’s debt in- they are bad for America today they are even House leadership is promoting more and more struments. However, the recent fall in the worse for future generations of American tax- tax cuts that disproportionately benefit the value of the dollar and rise in the price of gold payers. wealthiest Americans, increased budget defi- indicate that investors may be unwilling to Today, we celebrated the opening of the Bill cits create an enormous debt that will mort- continue to prop up our debt-ridden economy. Clinton Presidential Library in Little Rock, Ar- gage our future. While a few are benefiting Furthermore, increasing the national debt will kansas. One of President Clinton’s greatest disproportionately from certain Bush tax cuts, provide more incentive for foreign investors to achievements was the fact that he led his all Americans will pay the consequences stop buying federal debt instruments at the country through one of our most economically through the rising ‘‘debt tax.’’ current interest rates. Mr. Speaker, what will prosperous periods and furthermore he took Throughout our history, every generation of happen to our already fragile economy if the our large public debt built up through 12 years Americans has worked to leave our children a Federal Reserve must raise interest rates to of Republican administrations and actually world that is stronger and more secure than levels unseen since the seventies to persuade turned it into a surplus. It saddens me that the one that was left to us. That is our legacy foreigners to buy government debt interests? while that was one of President Clinton’s and it should also be our commitment. It is The whole point of the debt ceiling law was greatest achievements, it will not be one of his simply wrong to run up a debt on our national to limit borrowing by forcing Congress into an most lasting due to the irresponsible and mis- credit card and leave our children to pay the open and presumably somewhat shameful guided fiscal policies of the Bush administra- bill. We must take personal responsibility to vote when it wants to borrow more than a pre- tion. Republican mismanagement has turned return our Nation to fiscal responsibility. set amount of money. Yet, since there have large projected surpluses of over $5.6 trillion Mr. PAUL. Mr. Speaker, Congress is once been no political consequences for Members into huge projected deficits of more than $3.5 again engaging in fiscal irresponsibility and who vote to raise the debt limit and support trillion. The difference in only a few years is endangering the American economy by raising the outrageous spending bills in the first place, staggering and ultimately reckless. The large the debt ceiling, this time by $800 billion. One the debt limit has become merely another public debt could be significantly reduced by particularly troubling aspect of today’s debate technicality on the road to bankruptcy.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.044 H18PT1 H9984 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 The only way to control federal spending is It’s a fact that the biggest cause of the red The future fiscal health of the United States to take away the government’s credit card, ink is tax cuts—tax cuts that went overwhelm- is in our hands. I urge my colleagues to be which will force Congress to control federal ingly to the highest income brackets and failed more responsible with the money of the tax- spending. Therefore, I call upon my col- to create jobs. The second biggest cause is payers of this country. There are no more ex- leagues to reject S. 2986 and, instead, to re- the Republican Congress’s addiction to unre- cuses. duce government spending. It is time Con- strained spending. Mrs. JONES of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, for the gress forces the Federal Government to live Ten years ago, the Republican Party took third time since President Bush took office, within its constitutional means. Congress power in Congress promising to restore fiscal Republicans will increase the federal debt should end the immoral practice of excessive responsibility and balance the budget. I was limit. This year, Republicans will increase the spending and passing the bill to the next gen- proud to work with President Clinton and my debt limit by $800 billion. This would allow eration. Republican colleagues to achieve a historic borrowing to reach $8.2 trillion—$8.2 trillion. Mr. ETHERIDGE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in op- balanced budget agreement in 1997. Where has the fiscal responsibility gone? position to this legislation, and I urge my col- In the 1990s, working under PAYGO budget This year the deficit will hit a record $412 leagues to join me in voting ‘‘no.’’ Congress constraints, we balanced the budget, lowered billion. Over the last 4 years the federal debt and this administration simply must end the interest rates, grew the economy, and charted has ballooned by $1.4 trillion. Because there reckless and irresponsible budget path we are a course to a debt-free America. In January appears to be no end in sight to the annual currently on. 2001, the Congressional Budget Office esti- budget deficits, the new debt ceiling will prob- Early next year, my wife Faye and I expect mated that we’d be able to pay off the entire ably have to be raised again next year. to become grandparents for the first time. debt of the United States by 2011. One would think that faced with this huge While this is an exciting time for our family, I But over the last 4 years, Congress has debt problem our friends on the other side of shudder to think that our Nation’s legacy to veered onto a different course; $5.6 trillion in the aisle would want to reinstate ‘‘pay-as-you- that child is going to be the largest national projected surpluses have turned into $5 trillion go’’ rules as we, Democrats, have been advo- debt ever bequeathed to a generation in this in projected deficits. The dream of a debt-free cating. But, unbeknownst to me and the Amer- country’s history. That is wrong. It is immoral. America has vanished—today, about 40 per- ican public—who are paying attention because It violates to the core our most basic values of cent of our mounting debt is in foreign hands. they are the ones carrying this heavy debt responsibility to one another. That is the legacy of this Republican Con- burden—Republicans refuse to adopt ‘‘pay-go’’ The current administration and the Repub- gress—giveaways to special interests, tax cuts rules. lican leadership has run up a massive national for the very wealthy, historic levels of bor- These are the same ‘‘pay-go’’ rules that debt of $7.4 trillion and growing with no end rowing, all leading to a diminished future for played a key role in balancing the budget in in sight. Each newborn child now inherits our children. the 1990s under the Clinton administration. I urge my colleagues to support the Sten- $85,000 in debt. This so-called ‘‘baby tax’’ is The Republicans’ refusal to adopt ‘‘pay-go’’ holm amendment to restore fiscal and moral wrong and is building inflation into our econ- does not make any sense. responsibility to Congress and oppose another omy that poses catastrophic danger to our Na- f we have to increase the debt limit, then we yet increase the debt limit. should do so along with fiscally responsible tion’s economic prosperity. Ms. LORETTA SANCHEZ of California. Mr. America must return to the values of bal- Speaker, I rise today in opposition to S. 2986, ‘‘pay-go’’ rules that would stop Republicans anced budgets and put our fiscal house in a bill that will increase the debt limit of the from putting Americans deeper and deeper order. As someone who hails from a conserv- U.S. Federal Budget from $7.4 trillion to $8.2 into debt. It is hard-working American people ative state, I fail to see what at all is conserv- trillion. that are the victims of this growing, out of con- ative about refusing to pay one’s bills. Why am I voting against this bill? I am fol- trol debt. An average American family of four Mr. Speaker, Congress must reject this leg- lowing a basic rule that families in my district, bears a debt burden of about $100,000— islation and return to policies of budget sanity and throughout the country follow—don’t $100,000. and economic growth so that every individual spend money you don’t have. Something has to be done. At some point willing to work hard can make the most of his When my constituents sit down and look at we will have to stop these massive increases or her God-given abilities and live the Amer- their credit card bills, they don’t say, ‘‘Oh look, in the federal debt. At some point we will have ican dream. I’m in debt. I guess I better spend more.’’ No, to make room to adequately fund our chil- Mr. SHERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I recognize they think about where they can save money, dren’s education, our brave troops, Social Se- that we need to raise the debt limit this week. in big and small ways. And they prioritize. And curity. I vote against S. 2986 not for the purpose of maybe, if there is something that they really Republicans do not seem to understand that causing the United States to default, but rather need, they decide to work a little overtime next the larger our federal debt becomes, the less for the purpose of forcing a serious debate on to add some more money to the balance. room there is to fund these important pro- fiscal policy. That is exactly how government needs to grams. This body should bear that in mind as I am confident that if this motion were to be function. Government needs to exercise fiscal we vote tonight. defeated, Congress would in effect go into responsibility. Government needs to spend The American people are watching. emergency session to deal with the fiscal within its means, or raise more money to fi- Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in op- issues that are before us. nance unmet needs. position to S. 2986, a bill that increases the Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to The Republican majority, unfortunately, federal debt limit by $814 billion while doing oppose increasing the debt limit without put- does not seem to understand this basic prin- nothing to ensure a return to fiscally respon- ting in place any plans or mechanisms to bring ciple. It increases federal spending—more sible economic policy. If we continue to spend our budget into balance. than any other government in recent history— at the current rate while giving tax cuts to the ‘‘Increasing the debt ceiling’’ is a technical and it simultaneously cuts taxes. They want to wealthiest Americans, our national debt will term for what Congress is actually doing have their cake and eat it too. top $8 trillion in the very near future. today—we’ve spent another $800 billion we It is the time for the majority to start prac- Just weeks ago, President Bush and many didn’t have, and now we’re forced to borrow ticing what they preach about fiscal discipline. Republican candidates across the country that amount of money from our children. The It needs to keep an eye on both the spending were campaigning on a platform of fiscal re- national debt, already $7.4 trillion, will soon and revenue columns in the ledger. It needs to sponsibility and cutting the deficit in half during rise to more than $8.1 trillion because of the prioritize and economize, particularly in the the next 4 years. Now that they’ve won the irresponsible borrowing and spending of the areas where we are spending the most. campaign, that rhetoric is gone and their ac- Republican Congress. Let’s be realistic. Families can’t balance tions today—increasing the debt limit for the Today marks the third time in the last 3 their budgets by spending dollars and saving third time in 4 years—certainly don’t meet their years that the Republican Congress has been pennies, they need to make real economies. election promises. forced to raise the debt ceiling. It’s the moral Similarly, we can’t balance the budget on We could have had a real debate today equivalent of applying for a credit card in your the back of domestic spending. Comparatively about re-implementing the pay-as-you-go rules child’s name, running it up all the way, raising speaking, domestic spending makes up an in- that led to historic surpluses at the end of the the credit limit, charging more money on it, significant part of our budget. If Congress real- Clinton administration. That would be a real raising the limit again, charging even more ly wants to balance the budget, it is going to move toward fiscal responsibility. Instead, Re- money, and raising the limit one more time. have to look at entitlements, interest on debt, publicans are giving themselves the freedom Only Congress is doing it on a much larger defense spending, and we’re going to have to to further reduce tax revenue while funding an scale. think twice about projected tax reductions. ill-conceived war in Iraq, and claiming they just

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO7.027 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9985 can’t afford to pay for the government prospect tonight I recognize the right to my three grandchildren on the floor. grams vital to this country’s health and well- have disagreements on this floor. It is And a lot of people have asked why I being. so important that we do and that we do have been so involved in Social Secu- Republicans will, however, continue to run it without being disagreeable. But for rity. I wish we had spent a part of the up huge deficits while lowering taxes, espe- the life of me I cannot understand how last 4 years dealing with the future of cially for corporations and individuals making the majority can march in lockstep on Social Security, because everyone in over $200,000 a year. Unfortunately, they this side and build up the largest fiscal this room knows that we are 4 years don’t want to pay for the loss of revenue deficits in the history of our country closer to D-Day on Social Security, but caused by these tax-cutting measures. That and explain it away in saying deficits we have done nothing on that. We means less money to spend on everything really do not matter anymore. tried. That got me opposition from my from education to Medicare. Now, I know so many of my col- opponent in this race. But we are going Increasing the debt limit is a statutory ne- leagues so well, and I appreciate every- to have to face up to it. You are. cessity to keep the government running, but it one in this body. But when you come Well, our grandchildren do not have a is also a sad commentary on the fiscal stew- up to me privately and say, Charlie, vote tonight. And to those of you who ardship shown to the American people by this you are right, but I cannot vote with believe we can fight two wars, win the administration and the Republican leadership you, I ask the simple question, why? war on homeland security and do it in Congress. Now, I understand there has been an with continued borrowed money and The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. election and I understand you won, and believe that our country is going to SIMPSON). All time for debate has ex- I commend you for winning. But that profit, then vote against the motion to pired. also means you now have the responsi- commit. It is pretty simple. All we are Pursuant to House Resolution 856, bility of your actions. saying tonight is, increase the debt the bill is considered read for amend- It was amazing to me that some to- ceiling until next April 15 and give the ment, and the previous question is or- night tried to continue to blame it on new Congress a chance to go in and re- dered. Democrat spending. They know better examine the economic policy that we The question is on the third reading than that. The minority cannot spend. are following and, as many of you have of the bill. Yes, I say to the gentleman from Texas said, you like pay-as-you-go. All we are The Senate bill was ordered to be (Mr. BRADY), we can take credit for saying with this motion to commit is, read a third time, and was read the some things within the budget because let us do it in the new Congress. That third time. we are not for zero spending. is all we are saying. You have already said you did not MOTION TO COMMIT OFFERED BY MR. STENHOLM I tried to offer an amendment to this bill to say pay-as-you-go, which want pay-as-you-go, but you said you Mr. STENHOLM. Mr. Speaker, I offer might want it next year. All we are a motion to commit. worked, bipartisanly. It worked. Why did my colleagues choose to knock it saying is, reduce the amount we can The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is the borrow and force bipartisan coopera- gentleman opposed to the bill? out in 2002 and say we are not going to have pay-as-you-go anymore? Why do tion. Allow the Democratic Party and Mr. STENHOLM. I most certainly those on this side who believe, as many am, in its current form. you insist on that when you know in your heart that it works? We tried to of you say you do, allow us the chance The SPEAKER pro tempore. The in the next Congress to do it. Clerk will report the motion to com- do this in the rule today, but we lost, because you said, no, we are going to That is what this motion to commit mit. is all about tonight. It is increasing the increase the debt ceiling by $800 bil- The Clerk read as follows: debt ceiling just enough to get to April lion. So I assume that means you are Mr. Stenholm moves to commit the bill S. 15 so the 109th Congress can do every- going to continue with the same poli- 2986 to the Committee on Ways and Means thing that both sides are saying need cies that you have been carrying for with instructions that the Committee report to be done. the same back to the House forthwith with the last 4 years. Please vote for the motion to com- Here I will say I hope and I pray you the following amendment: mit. Add at the end of section 1 of the bill the are right. Our country will do better if Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I following new sentence: ‘‘The amendment you are right. But you should be get- rise in opposition to the motion. made by this section shall not apply after ting a little bit nervous tonight be- April 15, 2005.’’. Mr. Speaker, like many of my col- cause, ultimately, politics and argu- leagues, I agree with much of what our Mr. STENHOLM. Mr. Speaker, I want ments across this side of the aisle in distinguished friend from Texas has to begin by thanking our leader, the which you are going to in fact have 100 said; and, again, he has been a long gentlewoman from California (Ms. percent party loyalty is not going to champion of balancing the budget and PELOSI), and I thank the gentleman cut it. The market is going to ulti- reducing this deficit. And he is so from Texas (Mr. BRADY) and the gen- mately determine whether our fiscal right, and we all agree: Deficits do tleman from Tennessee (Mr. COOPER) policies for our Nation are correct or matter. They mattered before we got for their kind remarks about me. incorrect. You know that and I know here. They will always matter. I want to say it is with a little bit of that, and you should be getting nerv- But jobs matter, too. Jobs matter, mixed emotion tonight that I address ous, as I am getting nervous. too. We did not ask for the attacks of this body for the last time. I guess it The Japanese, for the first time since 9/11 that not only struck the heart of kind of came to me in a real way just 2002, did not buy the amount of debt our Nation, they struck two million a moment ago when my grandson, who that they had previously been buying. American workers from the payroll. We is sitting beside me, asked me a mo- You should be a little bit worried about did not ask for the recession. It was in- ment ago, ‘‘What are you going to be the Chinese beginning to become our herited. And we did not ask for the doing?’’ I said, ‘‘I am going to offer a bankers at the rate that they are be- Enrons and the WorldComs and the motion.’’ ‘‘Are you going to win this coming our bankers. That should both- technology bubble that not only cost one?’’ I said ‘‘No, we are not.’’ And he er you a little, but it does not seem to. so many workers their jobs but really said, ‘‘Why?’’ Now, I hope you are right. Because damaged, I think, everyone’s hopes for Well, that is a question that a 9-year- for the good of the country, continuing retirement in the future. old would ask. It is also a question a down the economic path you are insist- How we respond to that challenge, lot of 50- and 60-year-olds ought to be ing on going down, in my judgment, is there was a difference, a respected dif- asking. Why is it those of us on this going to create a major problem. But ference. My colleagues on the Demo- side who used to vote with my col- that helped me lose an election, be- cratic side felt that if we kept the leagues on that side on fiscal restraint cause the people in my district agree money here, if we spend and target dif- have been losing every single vote for with you and, therefore, I respect the ferent ways, that would move us out of the last 4 years? What is it that has people of my district, and I hope and the economy, and that is a fair posi- changed? pray you are right. tion. I listened to some of the rhetoric to- But, tonight, let me conclude by say- As Republicans, we felt otherwise. night, and I want to say with great re- ing this: Yes, I have one of Cindy’s and We thought if you want to create jobs

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:26 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO7.032 H18PT1 H9986 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 in small business, leave the money in [Roll No. 535] Hall McCotter Ros-Lehtinen Harris McCrery Royce small business. If you want to create YEAS—194 Hart McHugh Ryan (WI) jobs on Main Street, leave the money Abercrombie Gutierrez Olver Hastert McInnis Ryun (KS) on Main Street. If we want families to Allen Harman Ortiz Hastings (WA) McKeon Saxton be able to recover and to make ends Andrews Hastings (FL) Owens Hayes Mica Schrock Baca Herseth Pallone Hayworth Miller (FL) Sensenbrenner meet, let them keep more of the hard- Hefley Miller (MI) Sessions Baird Hill Pascrell earned money that they in the past Hensarling Miller, Gary Shadegg Baldwin Hinchey Pastor Herger Moran (KS) Shaw have sent to Washington where, unfor- Becerra Hinojosa Payne Hobson Murphy Shays tunately, we have squandered with so Bell Holden Pelosi Berkley Holt Hoekstra Myrick Sherwood many I think obsolete agencies and du- Peterson (MN) Hostettler Nethercutt Shimkus Berman Honda Pomeroy plicative programs we would all agree Berry Hooley (OR) Houghton Neugebauer Shuster Price (NC) Bishop (GA) Hoyer Hulshof Ney Simmons with. Rahall Bishop (NY) Inslee Hunter Northup Simpson Rangel But the fact of the matter is leaving Blumenauer Israel Hyde Nunes Smith (MI) Reyes the money at home worked. We are cre- Boswell Jackson (IL) Isakson Nussle Smith (NJ) Rodriguez ating more jobs, and we need to do Boucher Jackson-Lee Issa Osborne Smith (TX) Boyd (TX) Ross Istook Ose Souder more. I think, ultimately, after tonight Brady (PA) Jefferson Rothman Jenkins Otter Stearns is over, that is the solution we can Brown (OH) John Roybal-Allard Johnson (CT) Oxley Sullivan agree on: continuing to grow this econ- Brown, Corrine Johnson, E. B. Ruppersberger Johnson (IL) Paul Sweeney Rush Johnson, Sam Pearce Tauzin omy so more people work and they pay Butterfield Jones (OH) Capps Kanjorski Ryan (OH) Jones (NC) Pence Taylor (NC) taxes and Social Security and Medi- Capuano Kaptur Sabo Keller Peterson (PA) Terry care, and then together, working to- Cardin Kennedy (RI) Sa´ nchez, Linda Kelly Petri Thomas gether, identifying all of the wasteful Cardoza Kildee T. Kennedy (MN) Pickering Thornberry Carson (IN) Kilpatrick Sanchez, Loretta King (IA) Pitts Tiahrt spending, getting the backbone on Case Kind Sanders King (NY) Platts Tiberi spending, saying no when it would be Chandler Kucinich Sandlin Kingston Pombo Turner (OH) easier to say yes, maybe doing without, Clay Lampson Schakowsky Kirk Porter Upton Kline Portman Vitter with one less press release on that Clyburn Langevin Schiff Conyers Lantos Scott (GA) Knollenberg Pryce (OH) Walden (OR) project back home, all of which, by the Cooper Larsen (WA) Scott (VA) Kolbe Putnam Walsh way, we have a responsibility today to Costello Larson (CT) Serrano LaHood Radanovich Wamp Cramer Lee Sherman Latham Ramstad Weldon (FL) pay for those bills and these spending LaTourette Crowley Levin Skelton Regula Weldon (PA) projects. Leach Rehberg Whitfield Cummings Lewis (GA) Slaughter Lewis (CA) Renzi Wicker Davis (AL) Lofgren Smith (WA) Lewis (KY) Reynolds Wilson (NM) Davis (CA) Lowey Snyder b 2230 Linder Rogers (AL) Wilson (SC) Davis (FL) Lucas (KY) Solis LoBiondo Rogers (KY) Wolf Davis (IL) Lynch Spratt This motion has nothing to do with Davis (TN) Majette Lucas (OK) Rogers (MI) Young (AK) PAYGO. And I would respectfully say Stenholm Manzullo Rohrabacher Young (FL) DeFazio Maloney Strickland PAYGO as I have seen it really means DeGette Markey Stupak NOT VOTING—21 higher taxes, unfortunately higher Delahunt Marshall Tanner DeLauro Matheson Tauscher Ackerman Kleczka Norwood spending, and unfortunately fewer jobs. Deutsch McCarthy (MO) Taylor (MS) Cannon Lipinski Quinn I just respectfully disagree on that. Dicks McCollum Thompson (CA) Carson (OK) Matsui Stark Dingell McGovern But the fact of the matter is if we keep Thompson (MS) Dooley (CA) McCarthy (NY) Tancredo Doggett McIntyre Dunn McDermott the economy going, if we will work to- Tierney Toomey Doyle McNulty Feeney Millender- Towns Weller gether on spending restraint, I know Edwards Meehan Gephardt McDonald Turner (TX) that we can balance the budget. I know Emanuel Meek (FL) Hoeffel Musgrave Udall (CO) we can pay down the deficit. But to- Engel Meeks (NY) Eshoo Menendez Udall (NM) ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE night we have a responsibility to pay Etheridge Michaud Van Hollen our bills, to meet our obligations, to Evans Miller (NC) Vela´ zquez The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. keep the checks going to our Social Se- Farr Miller, George Visclosky SIMPSON) (during the vote). Members Fattah Mollohan Waters are advised 2 minutes remain in this curity recipients, for our military re- Filner Moore Watson tirees. Ford Moran (VA) Watt vote. I would respectfully urge this Cham- Frank (MA) Murtha Waxman Frost Nadler Weiner 2254 ber to vote ‘‘no’’ on commit. Gonzalez Napolitano Wexler b Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I Gordon Neal (MA) Woolsey Mr. OTTER, Mr. NUNES, Ms. PRYCE Green (TX) Oberstar Wu yield back the balance of my time. Grijalva Obey Wynn of Ohio, Mr. THOMAS and Mr. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. CHABOT changed their vote from NAYS—218 SIMPSON). Without objection, the pre- ‘‘yea’’ to ‘‘nay.’’ vious question is ordered on the motion Aderholt Burns Doolittle Mr. OWENS, Mr. STRICKLAND and Akin Burr Dreier to commit. Alexander Burton (IN) Duncan Mrs. LOWEY changed their vote from There was no objection. Bachus Buyer Ehlers ‘‘nay’’ to ‘‘yea.’’ Baker Calvert Emerson So the motion to commit was re- The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Ballenger Camp English question is on the motion to commit. Barrett (SC) Cantor Everett jected. Bartlett (MD) Capito Ferguson The result of the vote was announced The question was taken; and the Barton (TX) Carter Flake Speaker pro tempore announced that Bass Castle Foley as above recorded. the noes appeared to have it. Beauprez Chabot Forbes The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Biggert Chocola Fossella question is on passage of the Senate Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I object Bilirakis Coble Franks (AZ) to the vote on the ground that a Bishop (UT) Cole Frelinghuysen bill. quorum is not present and make the Blackburn Collins Gallegly The question was taken; and the Blunt Cox Garrett (NJ) Speaker pro tempore announced that point of order that a quorum is not Boehlert Crane Gerlach present. Boehner Crenshaw Gibbons the ayes appeared to have it. Bonilla Cubin Gilchrest RECORDED VOTE The SPEAKER pro tempore. Evi- Bonner Culberson Gillmor dently a quorum is not present. Bono Cunningham Gingrey Mr. TANNER. Mr. Speaker, I demand Boozman Davis, Jo Ann Goode a recorded vote. The Sergeant at Arms will notify ab- Bradley (NH) Davis, Tom Goodlatte sent Members. Brady (TX) Deal (GA) Granger A recorded vote was ordered. The vote was taken by electronic de- Brown (SC) DeLay Graves The vote was taken by electronic de- Brown-Waite, DeMint Green (WI) vice, and there were—yeas 194, nays Ginny Diaz-Balart, L. Greenwood vice, and there were—ayes 208, noes 204, 213, not voting 21, as follows: Burgess Diaz-Balart, M. Gutknecht not voting 21, as follows:

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:26 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.047 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9987 [Roll No. 536] Harman Matheson Sabo submitted a privileged report (Rept. Hastings (FL) McCarthy (MO) Sa´ nchez, Linda AYES—208 Hefley McCollum T. No. 108–781) on the resolution (H. Res. Aderholt Gilchrest Osborne Herseth McGovern Sanchez, Loretta 858) waiving points of order against the Akin Gillmor Otter Hill McIntyre Sanders conference report to accompany the Alexander Gingrey Oxley Hinchey McNulty Sandlin bill (H.R. 1350) to reauthorize the Indi- Hinojosa Meehan Bachus Goodlatte Pearce Schakowsky viduals with Disabilities Education Baker Granger Pence Holden Meek (FL) Schiff Ballenger Graves Peterson (PA) Holt Meeks (NY) Scott (GA) Act, and for other purposes, which was Barrett (SC) Green (WI) Petri Honda Menendez Scott (VA) referred to the House Calendar and or- Barton (TX) Greenwood Pickering Hooley (OR) Michaud Serrano Hoyer Miller (NC) dered to be printed. Bass Gutknecht Pitts Sherman Inslee Miller, George Beauprez Hall Platts Skelton f Israel Mollohan Biggert Harris Pombo Slaughter Jackson (IL) Moore Bilirakis Hart Porter Smith (MI) REPORT ON RESOLUTION PRO- Jackson-Lee Moran (VA) Bishop (UT) Hastert Portman Smith (WA) VIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF (TX) Murtha Blackburn Hastings (WA) Pryce (OH) Snyder Jefferson Nadler MOTIONS TO SUSPEND THE Blunt Hayes Putnam Solis John Napolitano RULES Boehlert Hayworth Radanovich Spratt Johnson, E. B. Neal (MA) Boehner Hensarling Ramstad Stenholm Jones (NC) Oberstar Mr. SESSIONS (during debate on S. Bonilla Herger Regula Strickland Jones (OH) Obey 2986), from the Committee on Rules, Bonner Hobson Rehberg Stupak Bono Hoekstra Kanjorski Olver submitted a privileged report (Rept. Renzi Kaptur Ortiz Tanner Boozman Hostettler Reynolds Tauscher No. 108–782) on the resolution (H. Res. Bradley (NH) Houghton Kennedy (RI) Ose Rogers (AL) Kildee Owens Taylor (MS) 859) providing for consideration of mo- Brady (TX) Hulshof Rogers (KY) Thompson (CA) Brown (SC) Hunter Kilpatrick Pallone tions to suspend the rules, which was Rogers (MI) Thompson (MS) Brown-Waite, Hyde Kind Pascrell Rohrabacher Tierney referred to the House Calendar and or- Ginny Isakson Kucinich Pastor Ros-Lehtinen Towns dered to be printed. Burgess Issa Lampson Paul Royce Turner (TX) Burns Istook Langevin Payne f Ryan (WI) Udall (CO) Burr Jenkins Lantos Pelosi Ryun (KS) Udall (NM) Burton (IN) Johnson (CT) Larsen (WA) Peterson (MN) REPORT ON RESOLUTION WAIVING Saxton Van Hollen Buyer Johnson (IL) Larson (CT) Pomeroy Schrock ´ REQUIREMENT OF CLAUSE 6(a) Calvert Johnson, Sam Lee Price (NC) Velazquez Sensenbrenner OF RULE XIII WITH RESPECT TO Camp Keller Levin Rahall Visclosky Sessions Cantor Kelly Lewis (GA) Rangel Waters CONSIDERATION OF CERTAIN Shadegg Capito Kennedy (MN) Lofgren Reyes Watson RESOLUTIONS Shaw Carter King (IA) Lowey Rodriguez Watt Shays Castle King (NY) Lucas (KY) Ross Waxman Mr. SESSIONS (during debate on S. Sherwood Chabot Kingston Lynch Rothman Weiner 2986), from the Committee on Rules, Shimkus Chocola Kirk Majette Roybal-Allard Wexler submitted a privileged report (Rept. Shuster Maloney Ruppersberger Woolsey Coble Kline No. 108–783) on the resolution (H. Res. Cole Knollenberg Simmons Markey Rush Wu Collins Kolbe Simpson Marshall Ryan (OH) Wynn 860) waiving a requirement of clause Cox LaHood Smith (NJ) 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consid- Smith (TX) NOT VOTING—21 Crane Latham eration of certain resolutions reported Crenshaw LaTourette Souder Ackerman Kleczka Norwood Cubin Leach Stearns Cannon Lipinski Quinn from the Committee on Rules, which Culberson Lewis (CA) Sullivan Carson (OK) Matsui Stark was referred to the House Calendar and Cunningham Lewis (KY) Sweeney Dooley (CA) McCarthy (NY) Tancredo ordered to be printed. Davis, Tom Linder Tauzin Dunn McDermott Toomey Deal (GA) LoBiondo Taylor (NC) Feeney Millender- Weller f DeLay Lucas (OK) Terry Gephardt McDonald DeMint Manzullo Thomas Hoeffel Musgrave b 2310 Diaz-Balart, L. McCotter Thornberry Diaz-Balart, M. McCrery Tiahrt ANNOUNCEMENT BY THE SPEAKER PRO TEMPORE CONGRATULATING BOSTON RED Doolittle McHugh Tiberi The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. SOX ON WINNING THE 2004 Dreier McInnis Turner (OH) SIMPSON) (during the vote). There are 2 WORLD SERIES Ehlers McKeon Upton Emerson Mica Vitter minutes remaining in this vote. Mr. OSE. Mr. Speaker, I ask unani- Walden (OR) English Miller (FL) b 2311 mous consent that the Committee on Everett Miller (MI) Walsh Government Reform be discharged Ferguson Miller, Gary Wamp So the Senate bill was passed. from further consideration of the reso- Flake Moran (KS) Weldon (FL) The result of the vote was announced Foley Murphy Weldon (PA) lution (H. Res. 854) congratulating the Forbes Myrick Whitfield as above recorded. Boston Red Sox on winning the 2004 Fossella Nethercutt Wicker A motion to reconsider was laid on World Series, and ask for its imme- Franks (AZ) Neugebauer Wilson (NM) the table. Frelinghuysen Ney Wilson (SC) diate consideration in the House. Gallegly Northup Wolf f The Clerk read the title of the resolu- Garrett (NJ) Nunes Young (AK) tion. Gerlach Nussle Young (FL) GENERAL LEAVE The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. NOES—204 Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I SIMPSON). Is there objection to the re- Abercrombie Cardin Dicks ask unanimous consent that all Mem- quest of the gentleman from Cali- Allen Cardoza Dingell bers may have 5 legislative days within fornia? Andrews Carson (IN) Doggett which to revise and extend their re- Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, reserv- Baca Case Doyle marks and include extraneous material Baird Chandler Duncan ing the right to object, and I will not Baldwin Clay Edwards on S. 2986, the Senate bill just passed. object because this is a resolution con- Bartlett (MD) Clyburn Emanuel The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there gratulating the greatest team in the Becerra Conyers Engel objection to the request of the gen- Bell Cooper Eshoo history of baseball, the Boston Red Berkley Costello Etheridge tleman from Texas? Sox, who after 86 years finally relieved Berman Cramer Evans There was no objection. all New Englanders, and all wonderful Berry Crowley Farr people in America, of the greatest bur- Bishop (GA) Cummings Fattah f Bishop (NY) Davis (AL) Filner den in the history of sports, 86 years of Blumenauer Davis (CA) Ford REPORT ON RESOLUTION WAIVING drought. No more. No more. The Cubs Boswell Davis (FL) Frank (MA) POINTS OF ORDER AGAINST CON- come next. Boucher Davis (IL) Frost FERENCE REPORT ON H.R. 1350, Mr. Speaker, down three to nothing Boyd Davis (TN) Gibbons INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES Brady (PA) Davis, Jo Ann Gonzalez against one of the greatest teams in Brown (OH) DeFazio Goode EDUCATION IMPROVEMENT ACT baseball, they staged the greatest Brown, Corrine DeGette Gordon OF 2004 comeback in the history of sports, Butterfield Delahunt Green (TX) Capps DeLauro Grijalva Mr. SESSIONS (during debate on S. sweeping four games in a row against a Capuano Deutsch Gutierrez 2986), from the Committee on Rules, fantastic Yankees team and one of the

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:26 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO7.016 H18PT1 H9988 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 greatest rivalries in professional sports I, too, like the Members from Massa- the Boston boys? The town was dressed today, and then sweeping a four-game chusetts here tonight, wondered if I in red. The fans could not be nicer, the series against the Cardinals, another would ever live long enough to see the team was so well led. fantastic team, that many of us Red Sox win the World Series ever. But the Red Sox took the first three thought would win the World Series When Dave Roberts stole that base and games, competing nobly one and all. this year. changed the tide against Mariano Ri- They overcame their errors, they an- Not only did they do that, when they vera, the greatest closer ever, and then swered every call. And as game four came home, we were fortunate enough David Ortiz hit a home run, and then proceeded, and a series win now a few years ago to have the Patriots David Ortiz hit a bloop single the next loomed, all New England shivered with win their championship in football. We night, Curt Schilling the next day the thought we might still be doomed. had a million people in downtown Bos- pitched that great game, and then b 2320 ton celebrating that. The Red Sox won, Derrek Lowe on 2 days’ rest came back, and we had well over 3 million people. and we won four games and then did it What deus ex machina would fall That is half the population of the State again against the Cardinals, there was down from the sky? of Massachusetts. We had people flying a dream that most of us in New Eng- What Bucky Dent/Bill Buckner ghost in from all over the country to witness land thought would never happen. might steer things all awry? a once-in-a-lifetime experience. People wondered where we would be Keith Foulke climbed up upon the I heard that many people went to on the night that the Red Sox won. I do mound, ball burning in his hand. cemeteries and gave hats and gave not know where the gentleman from The Curse stepped up to face him, to baseball cards to their loved ones who Massachusetts was, but I was with my make a final stand. were not here to see this. I heard that sons who are younger, and they had There was ease in the Curse’s manner some people brought the ashes of their never been through Bill Buckner and as he stepped into his place. loved ones to the parade because there through Carlton Fisk or Jim Lamborg, There was pride in Bambino’s bear- were those of us who just had no under- or even Johnny Peske, and all of the ing, a smile on the Curse’s face. standing of how to win with our be- memories that those of us who have And when, responding to his fans, he loved Red Sox. grown up in New England have known lightly doffed his hat, Mr. OSE. Mr. Speaker, will the gen- for years and years and years. But, fi- No stranger in the crowd could doubt tleman yield? ’twas the Curse at the bat. Mr. CAPUANO. Further reserving the nally, we have done it. Mr. Speaker, I thank the gentleman A nation’s eyes were on him as he right to object, Mr. Speaker, I yield to for yielding me this time, and may our rubbed his hands with dirt. the gentleman from California. 60,000 tongues applauded when he Mr. OSE. Mr. Speaker, what did they States always be friends and always rooting for the Red Sox. wiped them on his shirt. bring to the parade? Then, while Foulke rubbed the ball Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, we will Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, will the gentleman yield? into his shifty hip, have to get a translator. Defiance flashed in the Curse’s eye, a Mr. Speaker, this resolution con- Mr. CAPUANO. Further reserving the sneer curled on his lip. gratulates the men of the Red Sox and right to object, I yield to the gen- And now the leather-covered sphere the owners of the Red Sox for their tleman from Massachusetts. came hurtling through the air, dedication and their commitment to Mr. MARKEY. Mr. Speaker, I thank And the Curse stood a-watching it in the sport and to their fans. They have the gentleman for yielding me this haughty grandeur there. opened up the park, I will translate time. Close by the portly batsman the ball that word, too, later on. They have I have an offering for the House this unheeded sped— opened up the park to the public. They evening with apologies to Ernest L. ‘‘I just can’t hit that,’’ said the have had the players out there talking Thayer entitled ‘‘The Curse Has Struck Curse. ‘‘Strike one!’’ the umpire said. to the people who come to the games. Out.’’ From the canyons of Manhattan, They have closed off a piece of public The outlook wasn’t guaranteed for there rose a muffled roar. turf so we can expand the experience of the Red Sox nine this year. Since 1918 New York fans were screaming, Fenway. the boys had left us crying in our beer. For those fortunate enough to come And when they lost twice in New York ‘‘Would the Curse really be no more?’’ to the convention this summer in Bos- and lost again at home, a pall-like si- ‘‘Kill him, kill the umpire,’’ they ton, I am hoping most Members got to lence fell upon the loyal Red Sox fans. shouted in Yankee land. go to Fenway Park, still the smallest A straggling few got up to go in deep The Curse looked smug. In 86 years ballpark in the major league, yet al- despair. ‘‘Wait ’til next year,’’ they the Curse had never fanned. ways sold out because the people of said. Resignation filled the air. The With a smile of overconfidence, the New England support their team. rest clung to that hope that springs Curse’s visage shone. Mr. Speaker, this resolution is a eternal in the human breast. ‘‘It ain’t He stilled the rising tumult, he bade thank you to the best of our ability to over ’til its over’’ they muttered half the game go on. thank the men of the Red Sox and the in jest. They thought, ‘‘If only our boys He signaled the Red Sox closer, and owners and to the entire Red Sox na- could put some bat on that ball, we’d once more the dun sphere flew, tion for 86 years of unflagging support put Bambino’s curse to rest once and But the Curse couldn’t hit it, and the and dedication to a team that has so for all.’’ umpire said, ‘‘Strike two.’’ often let us down but every year came And then Ortiz let fly a homer, to the ‘‘It’s over,’’ thought the Cardinals back and gave us more to cheer for. wonderment of all. And Johnny fans, who are brought up so well. Mr. BRADLEY of New Hampshire. Damon, bases loaded, tore the cover off But the Curse gave a scornful look Mr. Chairman, will the gentleman the ball. And when the dust had lifted and an eerie silence fell. yield? on that memorable night, we had come They saw his face frown stern and Mr. CAPUANO. Further reserving the back from three games down, the Curse cold, they saw his muscles strain. right to object, I yield to the gen- was in our sights. And they really thought the Curse tleman from New Hampshire. Then from all of Red Sox nation’s wouldn’t let that ball go by again. Mr. BRADLEY of New Hampshire. throats there rose a wild call, it echoed The sneer has fled from the Curse’s Mr. Speaker, the gentleman from Mas- on the Common, it shook Fanueil Hall. lip, the teeth are clenched in hate. sachusetts knows that I am from New It pounded on the River Charles, and He pounds, with cruel violence, his Hampshire. There is a friendly rivalry splashed upon the Bay, the Yankees bat upon the plate. between our States, as Members know. were all through, kaput, a World Series And now the pitcher holds the ball, We have gone back and forth for years we would play. and now he lets it go, and years on a number of things, but And they rolled out to St. Louis, And now the air is shattered by the the one thing that we have always jewel of the Midwest. The Cards had force of the Curse’s blow. shared in common with other New Eng- won their league with ease, but now Oh, all across this favored land the land States is our love of the Red Sox. they faced a test. Were they ready for sun is shining bright.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.055 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9989 The band is playing happily and our ‘‘Come on, Johnny! Come on, Johnny!’’ she Mr. LYNCH. Mr. Speaker, I thank hearts are oh so light. cried out at the television screen, her voice the gentleman for yielding. I have the And Red Sox Nation smiles and frail but unbowed. wonderful honor of representing the laughs, and little children shout. ‘‘We couldn’t understand how she knew the city of Boston with my colleague from And there is pure joy in Beantown— inning, let alone the batter,’’ Jeannie Boutin recalled. ‘‘When we asked her, Peg just said, Massachusetts (Mr. CAPUANO). This is a the Curse has struck out. ‘Because I pay attention, what do you think, special moment for us. I want to rise Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, further Besides,’ she’d say, ‘they run the numbers here tonight just to remember a couple reserving the right to object, I yield to along the top of the screen.’ And, of course, of great Red Sox fans from this body, a the gentleman from Tennessee (Mr. she always wanted to see her Johnny.’’ couple of people who just embodied the DUNCAN). ‘‘Oooh, my sister loved Johnny Damon all spirit of loyalty to the Red Sox and Mr. DUNCAN. Mr. Speaker, I thank right,’’ Nora Coyne said. ‘‘She loved how he who I wish were here to share in this. the gentleman for yielding. I would managed to get on base. Peg loved Johnny’s Those two gentlemen are Silvio Conte like to also congratulate all of the Red heart. But then, of course, she was always who served in this body for such a long Sox, but I especially would like to con- saying, ‘I wish Johnny would cut his hair and shave that beard.’’’ time representing western Mass, and gratulate my longtime friend Johnny Nora betrayed the kind of self-conscious also my predecessor, Congressman Joe Pesky. Johnny Pesky, at the age of 85, blush one might expect from a fan of, say, 19 Moakley. Two finer Red Sox fans there still dresses out every day with the Red . . . or maybe 29. She happens to be 89. never were. I think Silvio Conte would Sox. Nobody loves the Red Sox more Ah, but when you venture this deep into have the full Red Sox uniform on to- than Johnny Pesky, a longtime player, the heart of Red Sox Nation—to the cozy night making his remarks if he were coach, manager, broadcaster, one of sanctuary of a South Boston parlor where here. the most popular figures in all of New two easy chairs sit side-by-side—age is little The hour is late. I do want to before England. more than a state of mind. And baseball is what keeps you forever young. this resolution passes congratulate the I had the privilege as an 11 and 12- The Coyne sisters didn’t particularly care Boston Red Sox and their superb man- year-old boy of serving as his batboy for Babe Ruth. Why? agement team, Larry Lucchino, John for the Knoxville Smokies minor ‘‘Because Peg and I were there at Braves Henry, Tom Werner and also Theo Ep- league baseball team and got to know Field, when the Babe came to play for the stein and Terry Francona for putting him starting in 1959. He has had me Braves at the end of his career,’’ Nora ex- together a wonderful team of just ex- right in the dugout at Fenway Park. I plains. ‘‘We used to sit in this box right traordinary gentlemen who not only know that no one is more excited or there beside the Braves’ dugout. We knew all the Braves. Really, they were our favorites carried out their athletic roles with ex- happy over these great events of the for a long time. We always like the National cellence but also did it in a way that last few weeks than my friend Johnny League guys, because they were a lot more young people from Massachusetts and Pesky. I would like to offer a special friendly. all through New England and through congratulations to a really fine man ‘‘Oh . . . I’m sorry, back to Babe. Well, you the country can really look up to. They and great American, Johnny Pesky. see, all these little kids came down from the really handled themselves with ex- Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, further grandstands to get his autograph, and the treme class. The players of the 2004 reserving the right to object, I am Babe . . . well, he just ignored all the little World Series champion Red Sox, I do kids. My sister and I thought that was really going to submit this for the RECORD not have to name them tonight because but I would just like to read the first awful. We never forgot it. And, of course, don’t get me started on the Southie girl their names as we all know will be for- two paragraphs of an article that ap- Babe married. Her name was Nora, too. She ever written in the hearts of the citi- peared in the Boston Herald: lived on Fourth Street, just above F (Street), zens of Boston and of New England and ‘‘When Margaret ‘Peg’ Coyne lost her I think. And what did the Babe do but leave of Red Sox Nation. I join with my col- desire to eat, when she could no longer her for a New York showgirl.’’ leagues in the House in congratulating rise from her parlor chair, walk to the In between caring for several generations them for their wonderful, wonderful ac- kitchen and fix herself a cup of tea, of family—my wife and our son among complishment. there was still the Red Sox. them—and stitching curtains in factories Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, I yield throughout Southie, Roxbury and Dor- ‘‘When the grand nieces who kept a to the gentleman from Massachusetts vigil by Aunt Peg’s hospice bed were chester, Peg and Nora didn’t just watch baseball . . . they lived it. (Mr. OLVER). sure the pain, the morphine and the There are tales of how the ancient Sox Mr. OLVER. I thank the gentleman Ativan had eased her into a tranquil pitcher Boo Ferris charmed Peg and Nora for yielding. I was not intending to delirium, Johnny Damon would step with a ‘‘Hello Girls,’’ on his way into the speak but I am now, because I am not into the batter’s box and Peg’s 93-year- Harvard Club, or how Ted Williams fired off a poet and cannot really compete with old eyes suddenly opened.’’ a string of ‘‘bad words’’ when the sisters my colleague from Alden, but I am now It is a longer article than that that I stepped in front of his Caddie. goaded into speaking out of respect for ‘‘Dizzy Trout, the Detroit pitcher, was sit- will submit for the RECORD. But I think my predecessor Silvio O. Conte who has those two paragraphs catch the tenor ting next to him in the front seat,’’ Nora remembered, ‘‘and he just laughed.’’ just been referenced by my esteemed of how the Red Sox Nation feels. This On the final day of this past August, dur- colleague from Boston (Mr. LYNCH). is something we have waited for a long ing a Red Sox winning streak, Peg Coyne’s And so, Mr. Speaker, I am adding my time and many people have come and vantage point on this season shifted from a congratulations to the Boston Red Sox gone. There have been fantastic players blue parlor to a celestial box seat. My son’s for overcoming what many thought that have been with the team over the theory was that in return for letting go and was impossible, namely, the toppling of years that have given us joy. Johnny coming to heaven, God had surely promised the New York Yankees and ultimately Pesky. The right field foul pole is Peg that the Sox would catch the Yankees overcoming the Curse of the Bambino. down the stretch. named after Johnny Pesky because he When Johnny Damon finally emerged from While our Nation is often described as gave us so many thrills while he was his playoff slump in truly miraculous fash- polarized and divided, this Red Sox playing. ion, Nora’s phone rang off the hook. team managed to bridge these gaps and [From the Boston Herald, Nov. 1, 2004] ‘‘It’s Peg,’’ all the nieces screamed, ‘‘Peg’s bring fans from all corners of the coun- ANGEL IN THE OUTFIELD SENDS HEAVENLY there in the outfield with him.’’ try into the Red Sox Nation. All the ‘‘When Keith Foulke made the last out,’’ MIRACLE FROM ABOVE 2004 Boston Red Sox team will be re- Nora said, ‘‘I leaned over to say something (By Peter Gelzinis) membered for their stars, Curt Schil- to Peg. But there was only an empty chair. When Margaret ‘‘Peg’’ Coyne lost her de- I wanted her to know what just happened. ling, Manny Ramirez, Pedro Martinez sire to eat, when she could no longer rise The Sox finally won it all. They took the Se- and David Ortiz, the real underlying from her parlor chair, walk to the kitchen ries. But then, of course, my sister already message of this team is that the impos- and fix herself a coup of tea . . . there was knew. She was watching everything from a sible can occur when people come to- still the Red Sox. much better seat . . . way up there. gether with the right attitude. When the grand nieces who kept a vigil by And she was smiling.’’ ‘‘Aunt Peg’s’’ hospice bed were sure the pain, In their march to the world cham- the morphine and the Ativan had eased her Mr. Speaker, further reserving the pionship, the Red Sox overcame obsta- into a tranquil delirium, Johnny Damon right to object, I yield to the gen- cles not through individual triumphs would step into the batter’s box and Peg’s 93- tleman from Massachusetts (Mr. but rather through team effort. Play- year-old eyes suddenly opened. LYNCH). ers who had been stars with other

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:26 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.057 H18PT1 H9990 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 teams selflessly accepted lesser roles in and time again when victory seemed to ries—a deficit that no team had ever sur- the interest of the team. Such players be within our grasp, fate intervened mounted. The night before, they were drubbed could have easily sulked and pined for and the season would end once again 19–8 before the hometown fans. personal glory. Instead, they encour- with us muttering the line ‘‘there is al- The Boston bats were silent. Their arms aged those who were participating and ways next year.’’ Next year was finally were spent. Their gloves were shaky. Their did their job when they were called this year. ace pitcher’s foot was stapled to the rest of his upon. The triumph of the 2004 Boston Self-confidence is the hallmark of leg. Red Sox was twofold, physical and this team embodied by Curt Schilling Now trailing 4–3 in Game Four, they came mental. While the Red Sox players, and is now classic mantra of ‘‘why not to bat in the bottom of the ninth just three outs coaches and management would tell us?’’ History is in the past, and we away from another close call, another heart- you they did not believe in curses, the must live and play for today, and that break for another generation of Sox fans. fans and the media were convinced that is what the 2004 Red Sox have taught In the other dugout was a Yankees team there were forces at work far greater all of us. that dashed our hopes last year and won 101 than those who give the curveball its We also learned that over the course games this year—a team packed with talent break or cause a knuckleball to dance. of this season that redemption cannot and carrying a monster payroll of $184 million. Still, despite 86 years of expectations, come easy. The Red Sox were three On the mound was Mariano Rivera, the best capped by disappointments, this self- outs away from packing their bags for and most reliable closer in the history of the labored ‘‘bunch of idiots’’ managed to the winter, as they have so many times game. overcome preordained demise and ulti- in the past. But perhaps the first time, Hovering over all of New England was the mate collapse and they did it all with these men knew they could not allow ghost of Babe Ruth. Only a ‘‘band of idiots’’ could have believed a goofy smile on their face, goofy their arch rivals to celebrate at that they could come back. And only the 2004 styles in their hair and a love for the Fenway Park. More than that, Terry Boston Red Sox could have actually pulled it game that is a breath of fresh air in Francona knew that the Sox were not off. professional sports. done and masterfully managed his But the slugger Kevin Millar patiently worked The 2004 World Series run will always team with four straight victories with out a walk. The speedy pinch-runner Dave hold a special place in the heart of Red the help of David Ortiz’s amazing per- Roberts stole second, leaving third baseman Sox fans in the New England region as formances. Red Sox fans know that the game is Bill Mueller with the chance to tie it. He a whole. never over until the last out, but we promptly did, smacking a single through b 2330 have got to believe. We have all finally Rivera’s legs, and he—and all of the Red Sox Gone is the label of lovable loser and seen a dream come true. And it said Nation—watched Roberts speed home. all the ‘‘what if’’ speculation in the pa- that Red Sox, the Red Sox play 162 The game was tied. The Sox were alive. pers and on the airwaves. For the first home games, the support of their amaz- The Bambino rolled over in his grave. The time in 86 years, the Red Sox Nation ing fans follows them everywhere and Yankees’ historic choke had begun. can breathe a deep sigh of relief this is a key factor that propelled the team David Ortiz ended the game with a twelfth- off-season and enjoy the fruits of the to victory. inning homer, and less than 24 hours later, hometown team’s labor. Gone are the Finally, I am happy to be able to say the heroic ‘‘Big Papi’’ won Game Five with a columns speculating on the cause of this in my lifetime, that we did it and fourteenth-inning single. their most recent demise, and in their I look forward to the 2005 season when Game Six was won by the clutch Mark place are columns about long-suffering the Red Sox defend their World Series Bellhorn, the mythical Curt Schilling and the fans able to rest knowing that they title. medical miracle workers who put his ankle Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, further have seen in their lifetime what others back together. reserving the right to object, just yes- In Game Seven, the Yankees succumbed to in the past were not so lucky to see. terday the gentleman who runs the the biblical slugging of Johnny Damon and the Mr. Speaker, 2004 will be a year re- Democratic cloak room was brought to untouchable sinkerballs of Derek Lowe. membered for many reasons; and while the hospital for a little problem, and I The Series wasn’t even close. The Car- some of those reasons may fade with understand that as he was heading to- dinals had a great season, but they picked the the passing of time, I am sure that the wards the hospital clutching his chest, wrong year to win the National League. 2004 citizens of the Red Sox Nation will he was heard to say, ‘‘It’s okay, I’ve belonged to Red Sox Nation. After the bitter keep a not-so-silent vigil to ensure seen the Red Sox win. It’s okay.’’ He endings of 1948, 1978, 1986 and 2003, we that 2004 is remembered as the year an will be back soon. deserved it. impossible dream became a reality, the But I will tell my colleagues that All of New England breathed a collective hopes of the faithful and long suffering though many of the Sunday morning sigh of relief as the always dependable closer were met in full, and the season that pundits are now thinking that some of Keith Foulke grabbed the final ground ball of was always going to be next year was us in Boston are scratching our heads Game Four and tossed it to Gold Glove first finally this year. wondering what happened on some baseman Doug Mientkiewicz for the final out. Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, further issues this year, the truth is we are all For the first time in 86 years, the Red Sox reserving the right to object, I yield to looking at each other wondering how are the World Champions of baseball—truly the gentleman from Rhode Island (Mr. do we enter next year’s baseball season World champions, with a roster assembled LANGEVIN). now that we have won. We know what from the Dominican Republic, South Korea, Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I to do when we lose: do not worry, next Colombia, Red-State and Blue-State America. thank the gentleman for yielding to year is it, we are going to make this Congratulations to the brilliant general man- me. trade. We have not got a clue how to ager Theo Epstein. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to privately deal with a win. So all of us at home Congratulations to our field general, Terry say we finally did it. The Boston Red are really kind of standing wondering Francona, and his lieutenants on the coaching Sox have won the World Series for the now what do we do. We will figure it staff. first time in 86 years. Not only did they out, and we will stumble through. And Congratulations to the top brass—John win, but they made history in the proc- the only thing I will say for the rest of Henry, Tom Werner, and Larry Lucchino. ess. Congratulations to the gentlemen. the night is in 86 years, I will be back Congratulations to World Series MVP They have done what so many thought again to do this one more time. Manny Ramirez. Congratulations to the dean was impossible. Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support of the Red Sox, Tim Wakefield. Congratula- As a lifelong Red Sox fan, I can hon- of H. Res. 854, congratulating the Boston Red tions to the bullpen saviors Mike Timlin and estly say that this is a dream come Sox on winning the World Series. Alan Embree. Congratulations to the steady true. Like millions of other fans, I had The 2004 Boston Red Sox were no ordinary veterans Jason Varitek, Trot Nixon, and Doug such high hopes year after year only to champion. I would urge my colleagues to re- Mirabelli. Congratulations to recent arrivals see the World Series slip through our member the scene at Fenway Park as mid- Bronson Arroyo, Orlando Cabrera, Gabe fingers. We have had so many opportu- night neared on October 17, 2004. Kapler, and Pokey Reese. nities during our long drought, but The Sox had dropped the first three games Congratulations to the unparalleled Pedro something was always missing. Time of the American League Championship Se- Martinez—Pedro, please don’t go!

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.059 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9991 Congratulations to the entire Red Sox team, Whereas Derrek Lowe, Pedro Martinez, and Amendment to the preamble offered by Mr. who will be remembered forever as the con- Curt Schilling delivered gutsy pitching per- OSE: quering heroes who Reversed the Curse and formances in the postseason worthy of their On page 1 line 10 strike the word ‘‘payoff’’ status as some of the best pitchers in Red and insert the ward ‘‘playoff’’. brought a baseball championship to New Eng- Sox history; land for the first time since the Wilson Admin- Mr. OSE. Mr. Speaker, I do want to Whereas the Red Sox starting pitching in speak to the amendment, if I might, istration. (Woodrow Wilson, not Mookie.) Games 2, 3, and 4 of the World Series had a Congratulations also to all the great Red combined earned run average of 0.00; because I know the gentleman from Sox players of the past, including Johnny Whereas Manny Ramirez won the 2004 Massachusetts (Mr. CAPUANO) comes Pesky, Dom Dimaggio, Carl Yastrzemski, Jim World Series Most Valuable Player award in from district eight in Massachusetts, Rice, and Luis Tiant—this victory was as the World Series after batting 0.350 in the and clearly there has been an error in much for them as anyone., The same can be postseason with two home runs and 11 runs the third paragraph of the resolution. said of Ted Williams and all the other Sox batted in; We are going to call this E–8 in the Whereas the Red Sox staged the greatest gentleman from Massachusetts’ (Mr. greats who have passed on, but who no doubt comeback in baseball history in the Amer- CAPUANO) memory because I do not be- watched from the heavens above, smiling. ican League Championship Series against And most importantly, congratulations to their rivals, the New York Yankees, by win- lieve he meant to put the word ‘‘pay- baseball’s most loyal and passionate fans: ning four consecutive games after losing the off’’ in there, and we are attempting to Red Sox Nation. first three games of the series; correct this. And I just want to assure Mr. Speaker, on April 11, 2005, the Red Whereas the Red Sox prevailed in four con- folks of the district that the gentleman Sox will raise the 2004 World Championship secutive American League Championship Se- from Massachusetts (Mr. CAPUANO) rep- banner at Fenway Park alongside its counter- ries games, while producing some of the resents that it was an error made in part from 1918. In the visiting dugout, watch- most memorable moments in sports history, good faith and that it was an error including Dave Roberts stealing second base much like many errors in the past like ing the Sox try on their rings, will be a team in the bottom of the ninth inning of Game 4, that has suffered without a championship David Ortiz securing a walk-off home run in Mr. Buckner has made, and I hope to since the year 2000—the New York Yankees. the 12th inning of Game 4, David Ortiz sin- never see such an error again in the Don’t worry, Yankees fans, there’s always gling in the winning run in the bottom of the next 86 years. next year. 14th inning in Game 5, and Johnny Damon The SPEAKER pro tempore. The Mr. CAPUANO. Mr. Speaker, I with- making a grand slam in Game 7; question is on the amendment to the draw my reservation of objection. Whereas the entire Red Sox organization preamble. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. has a strong commitment to charitable The amendment to the preamble was FRANKS of Arizona). Is there objection causes in New England, demonstrated by the agreed to. to the request of the gentleman from team’s 51-year support of the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute’s Jimmy Fund in the fight A motion to reconsider was laid on Massachusetts? against childhood cancers; the table. There was no objection. Whereas fans of the Red Sox do not live f The Clerk read the resolution, as fol- only in Boston or New England, but all REPORT ON RESOLUTION WAIVING lows: across the country and the world, and a H. RES. 854 grateful ‘‘Red Sox Nation’’ thanks the team REQUIREMENT OF CLAUSE 6(a) OF RULE XIII WITH RESPECT TO Whereas on October 27, 2004, the Boston for bringing a World Championship home to Red Sox won their first World Series title in Boston; CONSIDERATION OF CERTAIN 86 years in a four-game sweep of the St. Whereas the 2004 Boston Red Sox and their RESOLUTIONS Louis Cardinals; loyal fans believed; and Mr. DREIER, (during debate on H. Whereas the Red Sox won their sixth world Whereas this IS next year: Now, therefore, be it Res. 854) from the Committee on Rules, title in the 104-year history of the storied submitted a privileged report (Rept. franchise; Resolved, That the House of Representa- Whereas the 2004 Red Sox World Champion tives— No. 108–784) on the resolution (H. Res. team epitomized sportmanship, selfless play, (1) congratulates— 861) waiving a requirement of clause team spirit, determination, and heart in the (A) the Boston Red Sox for winning the 6(a) of rule XIII with respect to consid- course of winning 98 games in the regular 2004 Major League Baseball World Series and eration of certain resolutions reported season and clinching the American League for their incredible performance during the from the Committee on Rules, which Wild Card payoff berth; 2004 Major League Baseball season; and was referred to the House Calendar and (B) the eight Major League Baseball teams Whereas the 2004 Red Sox World Champion ordered to be printed. team honored the careers of all former Red that played in the postseason; Sox legends, including Joe Cronin, Bobby (2) recognizes the achievements of the Bos- f Doerr, Carlton Fisk, Jimmie Foxx, Carl ton Red Sox players, manager, coaches, and SPECIAL ORDERS Yastrzemski, Cy Young, Johnny Pesky, Dom support staff whose hard work, dedication, DiMaggio, Jim Rice, and Ted Williams; and spirit made this all possible; The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under Whereas the 2004 postseason produced new (3) commends— the Speaker’s announced policy of Jan- Red Sox legends, including Derek Lowe, (A) the St. Louis Cardinals for a valiant uary 7, 2003, and under a previous order Pedro Martinez, Curt Schilling, Tim Wake- performance during the 2004 season and the of the House, the following Members field, Jason Varitek, Keith Foulke, Manny World Series; will be recognized for 5 minutes each. Ramirez, David Ortiz, Johnny Damon, Trot (B) the fans and management of the St. Nixon, Orlando Cabrera, Kevin Millar, Mike Louis Cardinals for allowing the Red Sox f Timlin, Alan Embree, Mark Bellhorn, Bill fans from Boston and around the Nation to The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a Mueller, and Dave Roberts; celebrate their first title in 86 years at their previous order of the House, the gen- Whereas Red Sox Manager Terry Francona home field; and tleman from Indiana (Mr. BURTON) is brought fresh leadership to the clubhouse (4) directs the Clerk of the House of Rep- recognized for 5 minutes. this year, and brought together a self-pro- resentatives to transmit an enrolled copy of (Mr. BURTON of Indiana addressed claimed ‘‘band of idiots’’ and made them into this resolution to— (A) the 2004 Boston Red Sox team; the House. His remarks will appear one of the greatest Red Sox teams of all hereafter in the Extensions of Re- time; (B) Red Sox Manager Terry Francona; Whereas Red Sox owners John Henry and (C) Red Sox General Manager Theo Ep- marks.) Tom Werner and Red Sox President and stein; f (D) Red Sox President and Chief Executive Chief Executive Officer Larry Lucchino A FISCAL U-TURN: BACK IN THE never wavered from their goal of bringing a Officer Larry Lucchino; World Series Championship to Boston; (E) Red Sox Principal Owner John Henry; HOLE AND STILL DIGGING Whereas Red Sox General Manager Theo and The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a Epstein assembled a team with strong pitch- (F) Red Sox Chairman Tom Werner. previous order of the House, the gen- ing, a crushing offense, and most important, The resolution was agreed to. tleman from California (Mr. SCHIFF) is the heart and soul of a champion; AMENDMENT TO THE PREAMBLE OFFERED BY recognized for 5 minutes. Whereas the Red Sox never trailed in any MR. OSE of the 36 innings of the World Series; Mr. SCHIFF. Mr. Speaker, earlier Whereas the Red Sox set a new major Mr. OSE. Mr. Speaker, I offer an today I joined many of my colleagues league record by winning eight consecutive amendment to the preamble. in Little Rock, Arkansas, for the offi- games in the postseason; The Clerk read as follows: cial dedication of the William Jefferson

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO7.022 H18PT1 H9992 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 Clinton Presidential Center, a place lutely no plan in sight to put our fiscal EXCHANGE OF SPECIAL ORDER where scholars and all Americans can House in order. TIME study the many remarkable achieve- For years, members of the Blue Dog The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a ments of 8 years of the Clinton admin- Coalition have warned that we were previous order of the House, the gentle- istration. spending money we did not have, that woman from California (Ms. WOOLSEY) As I sat through the dedication cere- the administration had no economic is recognized for 5 minutes. monies today, I reflected on the unpar- plan, and that tax cuts alone were not (Ms. WOOLSEY addressed the House. alleled economic prosperity that Amer- a substitute for an economic plan for Her remarks will appear hereafter in ica experienced during President Clin- our country’s future. This Congress the Extensions of Remarks.) ton’s tenure. I also could not help continues to reject efforts to budget in thinking about the important matter the same way that your family and f we would be confronted with on the mine does, by paying as you go. ORDER OF BUSINESS House floor later in the day, a vote to Even as we sought to stave off the Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, I ask raise the debt limit for the third time day of reckoning, middle-class Ameri- unanimous consent to take my special since President Clinton’s successor cans are paying for our profligacy in order at this time. took office. With today’s vote, the ma- the form of rising interest rates. As a The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there jority of this House has agreed to a result, American consumers are paying objection to the request of the gen- whopping $800 billion increase in the more for their mortgages and on their tleman from Michigan? debt ceiling from its present level of credit cards. There was no objection. $7.38 trillion to $8.18 trillion. With the retirement of the baby- The impending breach of the statu- boom generation beginning in just 4 f tory debt ceiling is the latest warning years, we must rededicate ourselves to PUTTING PEOPLE FIRST about the Nation’s fiscal health. Our ensuring that our children and future The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a debt has been growing faster than our generations are not saddled with the previous order of the House, the gen- economy’s ability to repay it due in enormous responsibility of paying for tleman from Michigan (Mr. STUPAK) is large part to a reckless economic pol- our economic health and our safety. We recognized for 5 minutes. icy over the last 4 years. These policies owe it to the American people to stop Mr. STUPAK. Mr. Speaker, it was an have undone the hard work it took to imperiling the Nation’s economic fu- honor and a privilege to join with over balance the budget during the 1990s and ture by borrowing money to pay for ir- 100 of my colleagues, Democrats and have left us awash in a sea of red ink. responsible policies. Republicans, and four U.S. presidents At the beginning of the Clinton ad- We all acknowledge that the Sep- to dedicate the William J. Clinton Li- ministration in 1992, the Federal budg- tember 11 attacks and the resulting brary in Little Rock, Arkansas. All of et deficit was at a historic high of $290 war on terrorism as well as the war on the four presidents spoke eloquently. I billion, 10 million Americans were out Iraq have put an additional stress on was especially moved by the words of of work, and the Nation’s economic our economy. But instead of spending former President George W. Bush when growth rate was the lowest in more political capital to ask all Americans he said it not a Democrat or Repub- than half a century. In response, Presi- to share in the Nation’s sacrifice, the lican day, but it was a great day for all dent Clinton and the congressional President and the majority today took Americans. Democrats worked together to enact the easy way out. I joined President Clinton in the 1992 the 1993 Deficit Reduction Plan which Mr. Speaker, the day of reckoning is election here in Washington to rep- passed the House and Senate without a at hand, and with today’s vote we must resent northern Michigan to do, as single Republican vote. The balanced all acknowledge we have hit rock bot- President Clinton challenged us then, budget plan demonstrated that guided tom. to put people first. I have learned and by common sense and realism, we could In his farewell address to the Nation tried to do that each day as a Congress- slash the deficit in half while also from the Oval Office in February, 2003, man. I learned this not just from Presi- making important investments in our President Clinton left the American dent Clinton but from my own father future including education, health people with three thoughts about our who was a local elected official in care, science, and technology. future. His first admonition was that Delta County, Michigan. The plan included more than $500 bil- America must maintain its fiscal re- I come tonight to put people first, to lion in deficit reduction and cut taxes sponsibility. Pointing to record deficits put our children first as I continue to for 15 million of the hardest pressed turned into record surpluses and the speak out against the acne drug Americans as well as small businesses. paying down of our national debt, he Accutane. As a legislator, I have called urged us to stay on track. ‘‘If we b 2340 for more restrictions on the distribu- choose wisely,’’ he said, ‘‘we can pay tion and use of this drug, which is What followed is unarguable: the cre- down the debt, deal with the retire- known to cause severe birth defects ation of more than 22 million new jobs ment of the baby-boomers, invest more and a form of impulsive behavior and and the Nation’s lowest unemployment in our future, and provide tax relief.’’ depression in young people taking this rate in 30 years. The Nation went from Unfortunately, this Congress and this drug. the largest budget deficits in history to administration have not chosen wisely. This drug has devastated my family the largest budget surpluses in history. The juxtaposition of today’s dedication with the loss of our son BJ and more Four consecutive years of debt reduc- of the Clinton Library and this eve- than 250 other families who have lost tion also followed, a total of $453 bil- ning’s vote to increase the national their young son or daughter across this lion paid down, bringing the public debt is a clarion call to return to the Nation who have lost them while they debt down to $2.9 trillion lower in 2001 sound fiscal policies that were central were taking Accutane. than projected in 1993. to the economic boom of the 1990s. We As we were flying back from Little When President Clinton left office, have a duty to the American people to Rock, Arkansas, CBS news ran a story we were on track to eliminate the Na- restore sanity and discipline to our Na- tonight, and I quote an FDA safety re- tion’s public debt by 2012, making tion’s finances. America debt-free for the first time viewer, Dr. David Graham, when he since Andrew Jackson was President. f spoke to the Senate Finance Com- Today, we continue the fiscal U-turn The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. mittee. Dr. Graham said, ‘‘I would that this Congress and administration FRANKS of Arizona). Under a previous argue that the FDA as currently con- have steered us into over the last 4 order of the House, the gentleman from figured is incapable of protecting years. Today’s vote to increase the Texas (Mr. PAUL) is recognized for 5 America against another Vioxx.’’ He debt limit marks yet another unfortu- minutes. told the Senate Finance Committee nate milestone in our Nation’s history (Mr. PAUL addressed the House. His that ‘‘there are at least five other where we have the largest deficits we remarks will appear hereafter in the drugs on the market today that should have ever had, $413 billion, and abso- Extensions of Remarks.) be looked at seriously to see whether

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.068 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9993 they should remain on the market.’’ He until all of our questions are seriously Sen. Jeff Bingman, D-New Mexico, said the cited the acne drug Accutane. answered. Put our children first. problem was within the FDA’s own culture. Why Accutane? Because of the hor- Mr. Speaker, I will submit for the ‘‘The culture within the FDA, being one where the pharmaceutical industry, which rendous birth defects, but also because RECORD the CBS news report and also a of a recent study by Dr. J. Douglas the FDA is supposed to regulate, is seen by photocopy of the CAT scan from Dr. the FDA as its client instead,’’ he said. Bremner. He has demonstrated how Bremner. He called on President Bush to appoint a Accutane mediates depression, causes INSIDER: FDA CAN’T PROTECT PUBLIC new head for the agency. Lester Crawford impulsive behavior due to changes in The American public is ‘‘virtually defense- has been acting commissioner of the agency. the orbito frontal cortex in the front less’’ if another medication such as Vioxx Lester Crawford’s statement, sent by e- part of the brain. That mediates de- proves to be unsafe after it is approved for mail to reporters about 16 hours before the pression. Depression is found in this sale, a government drug safety reviewer told Senate Finance Committee’s scheduled hear- part of the brain. a congressional committee Thursday. ing on Vioxx, said the FDA initiated and Over the course of our investigation ‘‘I would argue that the FDA as currently paid for reviews of Vioxx and antidepressants of the Committee on Energy and Com- configured is incapable of protecting Amer- after those drugs had hit the market. ‘‘That merce research, it has indicated that ica against another Vioxx,’’ said David is evidence the system is working,’’ Crawford Graham, who warned that the arthritis drug said. the current formula of Accutane may ‘‘It’s not working good for them to have a be about 240 times greater than what is had been linked to an increased risk of heart attack and stroke. drug to be out on the market this long * * * necessary to be effective. Too much He told the Senate Finance Committee and never really announcing that it was Accutane, a synthetic vitamin A, that there were at least five other drugs on causing strokes and heart attacks,’’ John causes cerebri tumor or a pseudo tumor the market today that should be looked at Byrd of Coats, N.C., told CBS Radio News in some patients. This pseudo tumor is seriously to see whether they should remain Thursday morning. He’s a 47-year-old who a warning that is found on the pack- there. He cited the acne drug Accutane, the had a heart attack last spring and is now aging, but what does it really mean? It weight loss drug Meridia, the anti-choles- suing the maker of Vioxx. means severe headaches. And while it terol drug Crestor, the pain reliever Bextra, Critics contend the agency ignored risks in and the asthma drug Serevent. both instances, then intimidated its own re- acts like a tumor in the brain, it can- viewers when they pointed to safety con- not be discovered. CAT scans will not Vioxx’s maker, Merck & Co. pulled the drug from the market on Sept. 30 after a cerns. show it. There is no evidence of a study indicated the popular painkiller dou- In October, the FDA ordered that all tumor. So what happens? bled the risk of heart attacks and stroke antidepressants carry warnings that they As Dr. Bremner showed us here in a when taken for longer than 18 months. ‘‘increase the risk of suicidal thinking and study of the orbito frontal cortex, Raymond V. Gilimartin, the company behavior’’ in children who take them. there is a decrease in the metabolism president, said in prepared testimony that Vioxx’s maker, Merck & Co. pulled the drug of the brain. This is the baseline of a Merck acted within four days of learning from the market on Sept. 30 after a study in- person before they started Accutane. about the risk. dicated the popular painkiller doubled the ‘‘Given the availability of alternative risk of heart attacks and stroke when taken This is post Accutane, or 4 months on for longer than 18 months. Accutane. Notice the red brain activity therapies and the questions raised by the data withdrawing Vioxx was consistent with ‘‘I’ve never had any knowledge that it in the front part of the brain. Notice an ethic that has driven Merck actions and could cause a heart attack or blood clots or very little red after 4 months on decisions for more than 100 years,’’ he said. stroke. That’s where I find a little shadiness Accutane. It neutralizes or decreases Gilimartin also said the company was sur- in this recall,’’ said Byrd, a Goodyear em- the metabolism in this part of the prised by the cardiovascular risk because it ployee, who added the Vioxx paperwork only brain. differed from past clinical trials. ‘‘My wife warned that it could upset his stomach. In this one slide that Dr. Bremner was a user of Vioxx until the day we with- The FDA’s statement disturbed lawyer has shared with us, there is a 21 per- drew it from the marketplace,’’ he said. Andy Birchfield, who is evaluating thou- cent decrease in brain metabolism with The Food and Drug Administration has de- sands of potential cases against Merck on be- fended its actions regarding Vioxx. In a half of injured patients. this patient. This only occurred in ‘‘How can they see that type of problem Accutane patients. Dr. Bremner did the statement issued late Wednesday, the agency cited its ‘‘well-documented and long-stand- and look back and say ‘We did everything same thing with other patients on oral ing commitment to openness and trans- right’?’’ Birchfield said. ‘‘When they’re not antibiotics. And it was not all parency in its review of marketed drugs.’’ willing to recognize mistakes, we have no Accutane patients, just those who com- ‘‘What’s come to light about Vioxx since hope for them voluntarily taking measures plained of severe headaches. Is this ex- Sept. 30 makes people wonder if the FDA has to correct the situation.’’ cessive dosage found in the current for- lost its way when it comes to making sure Crawford’s statement did not mention mula of Accutane that is being given to that drugs are safe,’’ said Senate Finance Graham by name, but suggested that the re- patients, is this the cause in the Committee Chairman Charles Grassley, R– viewer was a maverick who did not follow agency protocol. change that we see? Iowa, as the hearing opened. Grassley suggested that an independent Graham was lead author on a research The medical evidence is clear that project that studied the records of almost 1.4 Accutane causes changes in the brain, board of drug safety might be needed to ensure the safety of medications after they’re million Kaiser Permanente patients, includ- which leads some young people to take approved for the market. ing 40,405 treated with Pfizer’s Celebrex and their own life through impulsive behav- ‘‘Consumers should not have to second- 26,748 treated with Vioxx. The study found ior. guess the safety of what’s in their medicine that high doses of Vioxx tripled risks of Putting people first. Let us put chil- cabinet,’’ he said. heart attacks and sudden cardiac death. dren first. Let us join with the FDA Graham told the committee that research Vioxx was responsible for an additional drug safety reviewer and pull this drug indicated that Vioxx caused up to 160,000 27,785 deaths from heart ailments from 1999 from the market or, at a minimum, se- heart attacks and strokes. to 2003, Graham concluded. ‘‘If we were talking about Florida or Penn- He has told congressional investigators verely restrict the use and distribution that, superiors pressured him to soften his of Accutane until we have all the an- sylvania, 1 percent of the entire state population would have been affected,’’ he said. conclusions. swers about this powerful, dangerous ‘‘I’m sorry to say Sen. Grassley, but 67 per- Crawford said in his statement that the re- drug. cent of the citizens of Des Moines would be viewer voluntarily chose to revise his con- Is a decreased metabolism that we affected and, what’s worse—the entire popu- clusions, and he did so, in his own words, see here, is this reversible? Will the lation of every other city in the state of ‘‘without compromising my deeply held con- brain repair itself? How much Iowa.’’ victions.’’ Accutane is safe? What should the real Graham said his research helped to coax dose be so we do not hurt the devel- the FDA to withdraw a number of drugs in- f oping young brains of our children? cluding Fen-phen, a weight loss drug, The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a Has the FDA done enough to protect Lotronex, Baycol and Rezulin. ‘‘During my previous order of the House, the gen- our children? Has the FDA seriously career I have recommended the market with- tleman from North Carolina (Mr. drawal of 12 drugs,’’ he said. ‘‘Only two of JONES) is recognized for 5 minutes. looked at this study and similar stud- these remain on the market today.’’ ies in animal testing, which also dem- At the same time, though, he questioned (Mr. JONES of North Carolina ad- onstrate Accutane harms the brain? the agency’s commitment to removing un- dressed the House. His remarks will ap- It is time to put our children first. It safe drugs from the market, since it would pear hereafter in the Extensions of Re- is time to pull this drug off the market call into question their earlier approval. marks.)

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.072 H18PT1 H9994 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 EXCHANGE OF SPECIAL ORDER in the world have to get by on $2 or less ARMS SALES TO PAKISTAN TIME a day and do not have a second pair of The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a Mr. DUNCAN. Mr. Speaker, I ask shoes. We simply cannot take 3 billion previous order of the House, the gen- unanimous consent to take the time of more people in to this Nation, espe- tleman from New Jersey (Mr. PALLONE) the gentleman from North Carolina cially over a short period of time. Al- is recognized for 5 minutes. (Mr. JONES). ready our schools and hospitals are Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there overrun with illegal immigrants in this evening to express my deep con- objection to the request of the gen- areas near our borders. cern about the proposed Pentagon arms tleman from Tennessee? God has blessed every nation in this sale to Pakistan. There was no objection. world with either natural beauty and Reports indicate that the Pentagon f natural resources and usually both has proposed sales of the following that could make those countries rich if IMMIGRATION CONCERNS weapons to Pakistan: eight P–3C Orion they had a free market, free enterprise surveillance aircraft valued at up to The SPEAKER pro tempore. Under a system. However, all over this world $970 million and 2,000 TOW–2A missiles previous order of the House, the gen- people have fallen for the myth that and 14 TOW–2A Fly-to-Buy missiles tleman from Tennessee (Mr. DUNCAN) is government can solve all problems, and valued at $82 million. It is undoubted recognized for 5 minutes. they have either voted in or had gov- that Pakistan has been an ally in the Mr. DUNCAN. Mr. Speaker, in yester- ernments forced on them that were lib- war on terror; however, it is necessary day’s Congress Daily published by the eral, left-wing or socialist. And all over to urge President Bush to block these National Journal, there was an article this world all big government has done proposed arms sales for several rea- stating that some of the Nation’s larg- is to ruin economies and wipe out the sons. est high-tech companies are pushing middle class. A number of my colleagues and I for a big increase in the H–1B visa pro- Big government means a few elite were extremely disappointed to learn gram. This is the program that grants rulers at the top, a huge underclass, of the Major Non-NATO Alliance status visas to so-called skilled foreigners usually near starvation, and almost no that was bestowed upon Pakistan ear- such as computer specialists, engi- middle class. Today with many of our lier this year because it allowed Paki- neers, and technical medical research- trade and immigration policies, our stan to purchase military equipment ers. This program already allows 65,000 own big government is slowly wiping that is not normally sanctioned to a foreigners each year to come in and out our own middle class to try to ben- country that is not under democratic take some of the best jobs this country efit a small number of huge multi-na- rule. Pakistan unfortunately continues has to offer. tional companies. The big giants are to remain under military rule and is Now, these giant corporations are growing bigger in large part because of not taking meaningful steps to return waging what Congress Daily described government favoritism, government to a democracy; and therefore I support as an ‘‘intense lobbying’’ campaign to contracts, tax breaks, free land. Big democracy sanctions that will prohibit get 30,000 to 40,000 more of these for- government, though, really only helps military assistance to Pakistan en- eign workers, and this goes on every extremely big business and the bureau- tirely. Moreover, I feel that it is un- year and has undoubtedly let in hun- crats who work for the government. precedented for the Pentagon to be en- dreds of thousands or even more over Everyone else gets the crumbs or the gaging in weapon sales with Pakistan the last several years. shaft. due to its political instability. b 2350 There really cannot be such a thing Mr. Speaker, the Bush administra- as big government conservatism. That This, of course, is on top of the many tion’s policies with respect to military is an oxymoron. Only in a very small assistance and now military sales to millions of illegal aliens we already government, truly free market system have here, probably at least double or Pakistan are contributing to increased does the little man or a person without security concerns throughout South triple the ten million illegals the gov- great capital have a real chance. ernment estimates are here based on Asia and particularly to India. Al- Big government liberalism, while although Pakistan has been an ally in what I have read and heard and seen. ways claiming to help the little guy, I realize the H1–B program is a way the global war on terror, Pakistan has has actually been the best friend ex- not taken steps to end terrorism in its to get here legally, and I do commend tremely big business has. And this pro- those involved for at least going own backyard, and foreign military as- posed expansion of the H1–B program is sistance to Pakistan has oftentimes through the proper legal channels. But just another example of this big gov- over the last 16 years since I have been been used against India. ernment, big business duopoly that is I sent a letter today, Mr. Speaker, to in Congress, I have had many parents in the long run bringing down Amer- and grandparents bring me their col- President Bush urging him to reexam- ican small business and our great mid- ine the interests and priorities of the lege graduate children or grand- dle class. children who cannot find good jobs. United States and to take a strong po- And these are good-looking young peo- f sition against selling arms to Pakistan ple with very good grades. The SPEAKER pro tempore (Mr. both now and in the future. The Pen- tagon is still in the proposed phase of All over this country there are many FRANKS of Arizona). Under a previous thousands of college graduates who order of the House, the gentleman from selling these weapons to Pakistan. I urge my colleagues to block this inap- cannot find good jobs so they work as Ohio (Mr. BROWN) is recognized for 5 waiters and waitresses and go to grad- minutes. propriate and unnecessary arms sales uate school or more often law school. (Mr. BROWN of Ohio addressed the to Pakistan. Sometimes people with masters de- House. His remarks will appear here- Mr. Speaker, the Bush administra- grees or even PhDs are having trouble after in the Extensions of Remarks.) tion and this Congress should be pro- finding good jobs. Our unemployment moting peace in South Asia, not a war is low, but our underemployment is f between Pakistan and India. terrible. Yet we bring in many thou- f sands more foreign workers each year EXCHANGE OF SPECIAL ORDER while we continue to send huge num- TIME LEAVE OF ABSENCE bers of good jobs to other countries Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I ask By unanimous consent, leave of ab- with our astounding $1 million-a- unanimous consent to claim the time sence was granted to: minute trade deficit. of the gentleman from Ohio (Mr. Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD (at the re- Many years ago I read that our gov- BROWN). quest of Ms. PELOSI) for today on ac- ernment estimated that half the people The SPEAKER pro tempore. Is there count of business in the district. of the world wanted to come here to objection to the request of the gen- Mr. WELLER (at the request of Mr. live. Consistent with that I read in the tleman from New Jersey? DELAY) for today and the balance of last few months that half of the people There was no objection. the week on account of his wedding.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.074 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9995 SPECIAL ORDERS GRANTED S. 2484. An act to amend title 38, United gistics, Department of Defense, transmitting States Code, to simplify and improve pay the Department’s Strategic Plan for Corro- By unanimous consent, permission to provisions for physicians and dentists and to sion Prevention and Mitigation, pursuant to address the House, following the legis- authorize alternate work schedules and exec- Public Law 107–314, section 1067; to the Com- lative program and any special orders utive pay for nurses, and for other purposes. mittee on Armed Services. heretofore entered, was granted to: S. 2640. An act to designate the facility of 10911. A letter from the Comptroller, De- (The following Members (at the re- the United States Postal Service located at partment of Defense, transmitting the De- quest of Mr. PALLONE) to revise and ex- 1050 North Hills Boulevard in Reno, Nevada, partment’s quarterly report as of September tend their remarks and include extra- as the ‘‘Guardians of Freedom Memorial 30, 2004, entitled, ‘‘Acceptance of contributions for defense programs, projects and ac- neous material:) Post Office Building’’ and to authorize the installation of a plaque at such site, and for tivities; Defense Cooperation Account,’’ pur- Mr. SCHIFF, for 5 minutes, today. other purposes. suant to 10 U.S.C. 2608; to the Committee on Ms. WOOLSEY, for 5 minutes, today. S. 2693. An act to designate the facility of Armed Services. Mr. BROWN of Ohio, for 5 minutes, the United States Postal Service located at 10912. A letter from the Administrator, today. 1475 Western Avenue, Suite 45, Albany, New Rural Housing Service, Department of Agri- Ms. NORTON, for 5 minutes, today. York, as the ‘‘Lieutenant John F. Finn Post culture, transmitting the Department’s Mr. STUPAK, for 5 minutes, today. Office.’’ ‘‘Major’’ final rule—Reinventionof the Sec- tions 514, 515, 516, and 521 Multi-Family Mr. PALLONE, for 5 minutes, today. S. 2965. An act to amend the Livestock Mandatory Price Reporting Act of 1999 to Housing Programs (RIN: 0575–AC13) received Mr. DAVIS of Illinois, for 5 minutes, modify the termination date for mandatory November 15, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. today. price reporting. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Financial Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts, for 5 Services. minutes, today. f 10913. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- Ms. DELAURO, for 5 minutes, today. ADJOURNMENT ment of Education, transmitting the annual report of the National Advisory Committee f Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I move on Institutional Quality and Integrity for that the House do now adjourn. ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED Fiscal Year 2004, pursuant to 20 U.S.C. The motion was agreed to; accord- 1145(e); to the Committee on Education and Mr. Trandahl, Clerk of the House, re- ingly (at 11 o’clock and 55 minutes the Workforce. ported and found truly enrolled bills of p.m.), the House adjourned until to- 10914. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- the House of the following titles, which morrow, Friday, November 19, 2004, at 9 ment of Health and Human Services, trans- were thereupon signed by the Speaker: a.m. mitting the Department’s report on the Community Services Block Grant Discre- H.R. 1284. An act to amend the Reclama- f tionary Activities: Community Economic tion Projects Authorization and Adjustment Development Program (CEDP) Projects Act of 1992 to increase the Federal share of EXECUTIVE COMMUNICATIONS, Funded During Fiscal Year 2000; to the Com- the costs of the San Gabriel Basin dem- ETC. mittee on Education and the Workforce. onstration project. 10915. A letter from the Acting Assistant H.R. 4794. An act to amend the Tijuana Under clause 8 of rule XII, executive Secretary for Legislative Affairs, Depart- River Valley Estuary and Beach Sewage communications were taken from the ment of State, transmitting a preliminary Cleanup Act of 2000 to extend the authoriza- Speaker’s table and referred as follows: report on the Department’s Alternative Fuel tion of appropriations, and for other pur- 10904. A letter from the Deputy Associate Vehicle (AFV) program for FY 2004, pursuant poses. Administrator, Environmental Protection to Public Law 105–388 42 U.S.C. 13211–13219; to H.R. 5245. An act to extend the liability in- Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final the Committee on Energy and Commerce. demnification regime for the commercial rule—Glyphosate; Pesticide Tolerance [OPP– 10916. A letter from the Deputy Associate space transportation industry. 2004–0323; FRL–7683–9] received November 15, Administrator, Environmental Protection H.R. 5213. An act to expand research infor- 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final mation regarding multidisciplinary research Committee on Agriculture. rule—Revisions to the California State Im- projects and epidemiological studies. 10905. A letter from the Deputy Associate plementation Plan, Imperial County Air Pol- H.R. 5163. An act to amend title 49, United Administrator, Environmental Protection lution Control District [CA 309–0468a; FRL– States Code, to provide the Department of Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final 7834–3] received November 15, 2004, pursuant Transportation a more focused research or- rule—Mepanipyrim; Pesticide Tolerances to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on ganization with an emphasis on innovative [OPP–2004–0299; FRL–7681–8] received October Energy and Commerce. technology, and for other purposes. 18, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to 10917. A letter from the Deputy Associate f the Committee on Agriculture. Administrator, Environmental Protection 10906. A letter from the Deputy Associate Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final SENATE ENROLLED BILLS SIGNED Administrator, Environmental Protection rule—Interim Final Determination to Stay The SPEAKER announced his signa- Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final Sanctions, Imperial County Air Pollution rule—Cyprodinil; Pesticide Tolerances [OPP– Control District [CA 309–0468c; FRL–7834–5] ture to enrolled bills of the Senate of 2004–0327; FRL–7682–1] received October 18, the following titles: received November 15, 2004, pursuant to 5 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on En- S. 434. An act to authorize the Secretary of Committee on Agriculture. ergy and Commerce. Agriculture to sell or exchange all or part of 10907. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- 10918. A letter from the Deputy Associate certain parcels of National Forest System ment of Defense, transmitting a letter on the Administrator, Environmental Protection land in the State of Idaho and use the pro- approved retirement of Lieutenant General Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final ceeds derived from the sale or exchange for Edward Soriano, United States Army, and rule—Corrections to the California State Im- National Forest System purposes. his advancement to the grade of lieutenant plementation Plan [CA120–REC; FRL–7837–9] S. 1446. An act to implement the rec- general on the retired list; to the Committee received November 15, 2004, pursuant to 5 ommendations of the Garrison Unit Joint on Armed Services. U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on En- Tribal Advisory Committee by providing au- 10908. A letter from the Deputy Chief of ergy and Commerce. thorization for the construction of a rural Naval Operations (Manpower and Personnel), 10919. A letter from the Deputy Associate health care facility on the Fort Berthold In- Department of Defense, transmitting notifi- Administrator, Environmental Protection dian Reservation, North Dakota. cation of a decision to implement perform- Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final S. 1241. An act to establish the Kate ance by the Most Efficient Organization rule—Approval and Promulgation of Plan Mullany National Historic Site in the State (MEO) for the Physical Distribution in Revisions; Indiana [R05–OAR–2004–IN–0002; of New York, and for other purposes. Bremerton, WA (initiative number FRL–7826–8] received October 28, 2004, pursu- S. 1727. An act to authorize additional ap- NC20000784); to the Committee on Armed ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee propriations for the Reclamation Safety of Services. on Energy and Commerce. Dams Act of 1978. 10909. A letter from the Acting Under Sec- 10920. A letter from the Deputy Associate S. 2042. An act for the relief of Rocco A. retary for Acquisition, Technology, and Lo- Administrator, Environmental Protection Trescota of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. gistics, Department of Defense, transmitting Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final S. 2214. An act to designate the facility of the Department’s report on the amount of rule—Approval and Promulgation of the United States Postal Service located at purchases from foreign entities for Fiscal Implmentation Plans; Texas; Memorandum 3150 Great Northern Avenue in Missoula, Year 2003, pursuant to Public Law 107–248, of Agreement between Texas Council on En- Montana, as the ‘‘Mike Mansfield Post Of- section 8033(b); to the Committee on Armed vironmental Quality and the North Central fice’’. Services. Texas Council of Governments Providing S. 2302. An act to improve access to physi- 10910. A letter from the Acting Under Sec- Emissions Offsets to Dallas Fort Worth cians in medically underserved areas. retary for Acquisition, Technology, and Lo- International Airport [R06–OAR–2004–TX–

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K18NO7.079 H18PT1 H9996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 0002; FRL–7830–8] received October 28, 2004, Redesignation of Kent and Queen Anne’s 10939. A letter from the Assistant Sec- pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- Counties Ozone Nonattainment Area to At- retary for Legislative Affairs, Department of mittee on Energy and Commerce. tainment and Approval of the Area’s Mainte- State, transmitting the annual report of the 10921. A letter from the Deputy Associate nance Plan [MD160–3113; FRL–7821–1] re- activities of the United Nations and of the Administrator, Environmental Protection ceived October 21, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. participation of the United States therein Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Energy and during the calendar year 2003, pursuant to 22 rule—Approval and Promulgation of Imple- Commerce. U.S.C. 287b; to the Committee on Inter- mentation Plans; State Of Missouri; Des- 10930. A letter from the Deputy Associate national Relations. ignation of Areas for Air Quality Planning Administrator, Environmental Protection 10940. A letter from the Assistant Legal Purposes, Iron County; Arcadia and Liberty Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final Adviser for Treaty Affairs, Department of Townships [R07–OAR–2004–MO–003; FRL–7831– rule—Approval and Promulgation of Air State, transmitting Copies of international 1] received October 28, 2004, pursuant to 5 Quality Implementation Plans; Maryland; agreements, other than treaties, entered into U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on En- Control of VOC Emissions from Yeast Manu- by the United States, pursuant to 1 U.S.C. ergy and Commerce. facturing [MD170–3113a; FRL–7819–7] received 112b(a); to the Committee on International 10922. A letter from the Deputy Associate October 21, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. Relations. Administrator, Environmental Protection 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Energy and 10941. A letter from the Deputy Secretary, Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final Commerce. Department of the Treasury, transmitting as rule—Approval and Promulgation of Air 10931. A letter from the Deputy Associate required by section 401(c) of the National Quality Implementation Plans; Idado; Cor- Administrator, Environmental Protection Emergency Act, 50 U.S.C. 1641(c), and section 204(c) of the International Emergency Eco- recting Amendments [ID–02–003; FRL–7825–3] Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final nomic Powers Act, 50 U.S.C. 1703(c), and pur- received October 28, 2004, pursuant to 5 rule—Approval and Promulgation of Air suant to Executive Order 13338 of May 11, U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on En- Quality Implementation Plans; Colorado; 2004, a six-month periodic report on the na- ergy and Commerce. Designation of Areas for Air Quality Plan- tional emergency with respect to Syria that 10923. A letter from the Deputy Associate ning Purposes, Steamboat Springs [CO–001– was declared in Executive Order 13338 of May Administrator, Environmental Protection 0077a; FRL–7815–5] received October 21, 2004, 11, 2004; to the Committee on International Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- Relations. rule—Revisions to the California State Im- mittee on Energy and Commerce. 10932. A letter from the Deputy Director, 10942. A letter from the Deputy Secretary, plementation Plan, San Joaquin Valley Uni- Department of the Treasury, transmitting as fied Air Pollution Control District [CA 307– Defense Security Cooperation Agency, transmitting notification concerning the Depart- required by section 204(c) of the Inter- 0464a; FRL–7818–6] received October 18, 2004, national Emergency Economic Powers Act, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- ment of the Navy’s Proposed Letter(s) of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) to Pakistan for 50 U.S.C. 1703(c), and pursuant to Executive mittee on Energy and Commerce. Order 13313 of July 31, 2003, a six-month peri- 10924. A letter from the Deputy Associate defense articles and services (Transmittal No. 05–05), pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 2776(b); to odic report on the national emergency with Administrator, Environmental Protection respect to Iran that was declared in Execu- Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final the Committee on International Relations. 10933. A letter from the Deputy Director, tive Order 12170 of November 14, 1979; to the rule—Revisions to the California State Im- Defense Security Cooperation Agency, trans- Committee on International Relations. plementation Plan, Bay Area Air Quality mitting notification concerning the Depart- 10943. A letter from the Acting Assistant Management District [CA284–0462; FRL–7811– ment of the Army’s Proposed Letter(s) of Secretary for Legislative Affairs, Depart- 2] received October 21, 2004, pursuant to 5 Offer and Acceptance (LOA) to the United ment of State, transmitting the Depart- U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on En- ment’s final rule— Amendment to the Inter- Arab Emirates for defense articles and serv- ergy and Commerce. national Traffic in Arms Regulations: Reg- ices (Transmittal No. 05–09), pursuant to 22 10925. A letter from the Deputy Associate istration Fee Change (RIN: 1400–AB97) re- U.S.C. 2776(b); to the Committee on Inter- Administrator, Environmental Protection ceived November 15, 2004, pursuant to 5 national Relations. Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final 10934. A letter from the Deputy Director, U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on rule—National Environmental Performance Defense Security Cooperation Agency, trans- International Relations. 10944. A letter from the Chairman, Board of Track Program; Corrections [OA–2004–0004; mitting notification concerning the Depart- Governors of the Federal Reserve System, FRL–7830–1] (RIN: 2090–AA13) received Octo- ment of the Army’s Proposed Letter(s) of transmitting the semiannual report on the ber 21, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Offer and Acceptance (LOA) to Pakistan for activities of the Office of Inspector General to the Committee on Energy and Commerce. defense articles and services (Transmittal 10926. A letter from the Deputy Associate for the six-month period ending September No. 05–06), pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 2776(b); to Administrator, Environmental Protection 30, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. app. (Insp. Gen. the Committee on International Relations. Act) section 5(b); to the Committee on Gov- Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final 10935. A letter from the Deputy Director, ernment Reform. rule—Clean Air Act Approval and Promulga- Defense Security Cooperation Agency, trans- tion of Air Quality Implementation Plan Re- 10945. A letter from the Chairman, Broad- mitting notification concerning the Depart- casting Board of Governors, transmitting in vision for North Dakota; Revisions to the ment of the Navy’s Proposed Letter(s) of Air Pollution Control Rules; Delegation of accordance with the requirements of the Ac- Offer and Acceptance (LOA) to Pakistan for countability of Tax Dollars Act of 2002 (Pub. Authority for New Source Performance defense articles and services (Transmittal Standards [ND–0001–0011; FRL–7823–2] re- L. 107–289), the Board’s FY 2004 Performance No. 05–07), pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 2776(b); to and Accountability Report; to the Com- ceived October 21, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. the Committee on International Relations. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Energy and mittee on Government Reform. 10936. A letter from the Director, Inter- 10946. A letter from the Chairman, Con- Commerce. national Cooperation, Department of De- sumer Product Safety Commission, trans- 10927. A letter from the Deputy Associate fense, transmitting Pursuant to Section 27(f) mitting the Commission’s FY 2004 Perform- Administrator, Environmental Protection of the Arms Export Control Act and Section ance and Accountability Report; to the Com- Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final 1(f) of Executive Order 11958, Transmittal No. mittee on Government Reform. rule—Approval and Promulgation of Air 13–04 informing of an intent to sign a Memo- 10947. A letter from the Chief Financial Of- Quality Implementation Plans; West Vir- randum of Understanding Concerning Land ficer and Assistant Secretary for Adminis- ginia; Determination of Attainment and Re- Battlespace Systems with the United King- tration, Department of Commerce, transmit- designation of the City of Weirton PM10 dom, pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 2767(f); to the ting in accordance with Section 647(b) of Di- Nonattainment Area to Attainment and Ap- Committee on International Relations. vision F of the Consolidated Appropriations proval of the Maintenance Plan [R03–AOR– 10937. A letter from the Director, Inter- Act, FY 2004, Pub. L. 108–199, and the Office 2004–WV–0001; FRL–7821–4] received October national Cooperation, Department of De- of Management and Budget Memorandum 04– 21, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to fense, transmitting Pursuant to Section 27(f) 07, the Department’s report on competitive the Committee on Energy and Commerce. of the Arms Export Control Act and Section sourcing efforts for FY 2003; to the Com- 10928. A letter from the Deputy Associate 1(f) of Executive Order 11958, Transmittal No. mittee on Government Reform. Administrator, Environmental Protection 14–04 informing of an intent to sign a Memo- 10948. A letter from the Chief Financial Of- Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final randum of Understanding Concerning De- ficer and Assistant Secretary for Adminis- rule—Approval and Promulgation of Air fense Space Cooperation with Turkey, pursu- tration, Department of Commerce, transmit- Quality Implementation Plans; Pennsyl- ant to 22 U.S.C. 2767(f); to the Committee on ting an inventory of functions performed by vania VOC and NOX RACT Determinations International Relations. the Department that are not inherently gov- for National Fuel Gas Supply Corporation 10938. A letter from the Assistant Sec- ernmental after the inventory has been re- [PA208–4231; FRL–7822–5] received October 21, retary for Legislative Affairs, Department of viewed by the Office of Management and 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the State, transmitting certification of a pro- Budget; to the Committee on Government Committee on Energy and Commerce. posed manufacturing license agreement for Reform. 10929. A letter from the Deputy Associate the manufacture of significant military 10949. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- Administrator, Environmental Protection equipment abroad with Poland (Transmittal ment of Energy, transmitting the Depart- Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final No. DDTC 082–04), pursuant to 22 U.S.C. ment’s Performance and Accountability Re- rule—Approval and Promulgation of Air 2776(d); to the Committee on International port for FY 2004; to the Committee on Gov- Quality Implementation Plans; Maryland; Relations. ernment Reform.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\L18NO7.000 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9997 10950. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- Alaska, consistent with section 5(a) of the tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- ment of Housing and Urban Development, Wild and Scenic Rivers Act, Public Law 90– tion, transmitting the Administration’s final transmitting the Department’s FY 2004 Re- 542, as amended; (H. Doc. No. 108–235); to the rule—Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic port on Performance and Accountability; to Committee on Resources and ordered to be Zone Off Alaska; Reallocation of Pacific Cod the Committee on Government Reform. printed. in the Bering Sea and Aleutian Islands Man- 10951. A letter from the Attorney General, 10964. A letter from the Federal Registrar agement Area [Docket No. 031124287–4060–02; Department of Justice, transmitting the De- Liason Officer, Office of Surface Mining, De- I.D. 101504B] received October 28, 2004, pursu- partment’s FY 2004 Performance and Ac- partment of the Interior, transmitting the ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee countability Report; to the Committee on Department’s final rule—Coal Production on Resources. Government Reform. Fees (RIN: 1029–AC46) received October 27, 10973. A letter from the Acting Director, 10952. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Office of Sustianable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- ment of Transportation, transmitting the Committee on Resources. tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- Secretary’s Management Report on Manage- 10965. A letter from the Acting Director, tion, transmitting the Administration’s final ment Decisions and Final Actionson Office of Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- rule—Fisheries of the Exclusive Zone Off Inspector General Audit Recommendations tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- Alaska; ‘‘Other Species’’ in the Bering Sea for the period ending March 31, 2004, pursu- tion, transmitting the Administration’s final and Aleutian Islands [Docket No. 031124287– ant to 31 U.S.C. 9106; to the Committee on rule—Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic 4060–02; I.D. 10504A] received October 28, 2004, Government Reform. Zone Off Alaska; Pollock in Statistical Area pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- 10953. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- 610 of the Gulf of Alaska [Docket No. mittee on Resources. ment of Transportation, transmitting the 031126297–3297–01; I.D. 100704A] received Octo- 10974. A letter from the Deputy Assistant Department’s FY 2004 Performance and Ac- ber 20, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); Administrator for Regulatory Programs; countability Report; to the Committee on to the Committee on Resources. NMFS, National Oceanic and Atmospheric Government Reform. 10966. A letter from the Acting Director, Administration, transmitting the Adminis- 10954. A letter from the Chairman, Federal Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- tration’s final rule—Fisheries of the North- Communications Commission, transmitting tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- eastern United States; Summer Flounder, the Commission’s Fiscal Year 2004 Perform- tion, transmitting the Administration’s final Scup, and Black Sea Bass Fisheries; Frame- ance and Accountability Report required rule—Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic work Adjustment 5 [Docket No. 040804226– under the Accountability for Tax Dollars Act Zone Off Alaska; Pacific Cod by Vessels 4278–02; I.D. 071904C] (RIN: 0648–AR50) re- of 2002; to the Committee on Government Re- Catching Pacific Cod for Processing by the ceived November 5, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. form. Inshore Component in the Central Regu- 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Resources. 10955. A letter from the Chairman, Na- latory Area of the Gulf of Alaska [Docket 10975. A letter from the Acting Director, tional Endowment for the Arts, transmitting No. 031125292–4061–02; I.D. 092404A] received Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- pursuant to the ‘‘Accountability of Tax Dol- October 12, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- lars Act of 2002’’ and related guidance from 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Resources. tion, transmitting the Administration’s final the Office of Management and Budget, the 10967. A letter from the Deputy Assistant rule—Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf of Endowment’s Performance and Account- Administrator for Regulatory Programs, Mexico, and South Atlantic; Reef Fish Fish- ability Report for FY 2004; to the Committee NMFS, National Oceanic and Atmospheric ery of the Gulf of Mexico; Closure of the Rec- on Government Reform. Administration, transmitting the Adminis- reational Red Snapper Component [I.D. 10956. A letter from the Chairman, Na- tration’s final rule—Fisheries Off West Coast 101904A] received November 15, 2004, pursuant tional Endowment for the Humanities, trans- States and in the Western Pacific; Pacific to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on mitting the Endowment’s inventory of ac- Coast Groundfish Fishery; Amendment 16–3; Resources. tivities as required by OMB Circular A–76 Corrections [Docket No. 040618188–4265–02; 10976. A letter from the Deputy Assistant and the Federal Activities Inventory Reform I.D. 061404A] (RIN: 0648–AS26) received Octo- Administrator for Regulatory Programs, Act; to the Committee on Government Re- ber 12, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); NMFS, National Oceanic and Atmospheric form. to the Committee on Resources. Administration, transmitting the Adminis- 10957. A letter from the Chairman, Nuclear 10968. A letter from the Acting Director, tration’s final rule—Fisheries off West Coast Regulatory Commission, transmitting the Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- States and in the Western Pacific; Coastal FY 2004 Performance and Accountability Re- tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- Pelagic Species Fisheries; Annual Specifica- port, prepared in accordance with the Re- tion, transmitting the Administration’s final tions [Docket No. 040706201–4279–02; I.D. ports Consolidation Act of 2000 and the Gov- rule—Fisheries of the Caribbean, Gulf of 060204F] (RIN: 0648–AR97) received November ernment Performance and Results Act of Mexico, and South Atlantic; Coastal Migra- 15, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to 1993; to the Committee on Government Re- tory Pelagic Resources of the Gulf of Mexico the Committee on Resources. form. and South Atlantic; Closure [Docket No. 10977. A letter from the Deputy Assistant 10958. A letter from the Director, Office of 001005281–0369–02; I.D. 101804C] received No- Administrator for Regulatory Programs, Management and Budget, transmitting a re- vember 1, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. NMFS, National Oceanic and Atmospheric port entitled ‘‘Statistical Programs of the 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Resources. Administration, transmitting the Adminis- United States Government: Fiscal Year 10969. A letter from the Acting Director, tration’s final rule—Fisheries of the Exclu- 2005,’’ pursuant to 44 U.S.C. 3504(e)(2); to the Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- sive Economic Zone Off Alaska; Revisions to Committee on Government Reform. tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- the Annual Harvest Specifications Process 10959. A letter from the Board Members, tion, transmitting the Administration’s final for the Groundfish Fisheries of the Gulf of Railroad Retirement Board, transmitting a rule—Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Alaska and the Bering Sea and Aleutian Is- copy of the Board’s Performance and Ac- Zone Off Alaska; Pollock in Statistical Area lands Management Area [Docket No. countability Report for Fiscal Year 2004, in- 630 of the Gulf of Alaska [Docket No. 040713206–4292–02; I.D. 070704F] (RIN: 0648– cluding the Office of Inspector General’s 031126297–3297–01; I.D. 100604A] received Octo- AR77) received November 15, 2004, pursuant Auditor’s Report, Report on Internal Con- ber 20, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on trol, and Report on Compliance with Laws to the Committee on Resources. Resources. and Regulations; to the Committee on Gov- 10970. A letter from the Director, Office of 10978. A letter from the Acting Director, ernment Reform. Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, National Oce- Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- 10960. A letter from the Commissioner, So- anic and Atmospheric Administration, trans- tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- cial Security Administration, transmitting mitting the Administration’s final rule—Pa- tion, transmitting the Administration’s final the Administration’s Fiscal Year 2004 Per- cific Halibut Fisheries; Oregon Sport Fish- rule—Fisheries of the Northeastern United formance and Accountability Report; to the eries [Docket No. 040209049–4117–02; I.D. States; Atlantic Mackeral, Squid, and Committee on Government Reform. 091404G] received October 12, 2004, pursuant Butterfish Fisheries; Inseason Adjustment of 10961. A letter from the Director, Trade and to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on the Quater III Fishery of Loligo Squid Development Agency, transmitting the Resources. [Docket No. 031104274–4011–02; I.D. 071604E] Agency’s annual financial audit for FY 2004, 10971. A letter from the Acting Director, received November 15, 2004, pursuant to 5 pursuant to 22 U.S.C. 2421(e)(2); to the Com- Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Re- mittee on Government Reform. tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- sources. 10962. A letter from the Executive Director, tion, transmitting the Administration’s final 10979. A letter from the Acting Director, United States Access Board, transmitting rule—Fisheries of the Northeastern United Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- the Board’s consolidated report for the In- States; Atlantic Surfclam and Ocean Quahog tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- spector General Act and the Federal Finan- Fishery; Suspension of Minimum Surfclam tion, transmitting the Administration’s final cial Manager’s Integrity Act, pursuant to Size for 2005 [Docket No. 031015257–3308–02; rule—Fisheries of the Northeastern United (102 Stat. 2525); to the Committee on Govern- I.D. 092804B] received October 12, 2004, pursu- States; Tilefish Fishery; Quota Harvested for ment Reform. ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee Part-time Category [Docket No. 040122024– 10963. A communication from the President on Resources. 4105–02; I.D. 092104C] received November 15, of the United States, transmitting the study, 10972. A letter from the Acting Director, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the findings, and report for the Squirrel River in Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- Committee on Resources.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\L18NO7.000 H18PT1 H9998 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 10980. A letter from the Acting Director, ting a letter asking that the judiciary be (RIN: 2137–AD40) received October 18, 2004, Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- specifically exempted from any across-the- pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- board reductions that may be considered mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- tion, transmitting the Administration’s final during the FY 2005 Appropriations Process; ture. rule—Magnuson-Stevens Fishery Conserva- to the Committee on the Judiciary. 10998. A letter from the Program Analyst, tion and Management Act Provisions; Fish- 10989. A letter from the Program Analyst, FAA, Department of Transportation, trans- eries of the Northeastern United States; FAA, Department of Transportation, transmitting the Department’s final rule—Air- Northeastern (NE) Multispecies Fishery; Clo- mitting the Department’s final rule—Air- worthiness Directives; Bombardier Model sure of the Eastern U.S./Canada Area and worthiness Directives; Hoffman Propeller DHC–8–102, –103, –106, –201, –202, –301, –311, and Prohibition of Harvesting, Processing, or GmbH & Co KG Models HO–V343 and HO– –315 Airplanes [Docket No. 2002–NM–338–AD; Landing of Yellowtail Flounder from the V343K Propellers [Docket No. FAA–2004– Amendment 39–13788; AD 2004–18–10] (RIN: U.S./Canada Management Area [Docket No. 18958; Directorate Identifier 2004–NE–32–AD; 2120–AA64) received October 18, 2004, pursu- 040112010–414–02; I.D. 093004C] received Octo- Amendment 39–13778; AD 2004–18–01] (RIN: ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee ber 18, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); 2120–AA64) received October 18, 2004, pursu- on Transportation and Infrastructure. to the Committee on Resources. ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee 10999. A letter from the Program Analyst, 10981. A letter from the Acting Director, on Transportation and Infrastructure. FAA, Department of Transportation, trans- Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- 10990. A letter from the Program Analyst, mitting the Department’s final rule—Air- tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- FAA, Department of Transportation, trans- worthiness Directives; Bombardier Model tion, transmitting the Administration’s final mitting the Department’s final rule—Air- DHC–8–311 Airplanes [Docket No. FAA–2004– rule—Fisheries of the Exclusive Zone Off worthiness Directives; Boeing Model 777 Se- 18563; Directorate Identifier 2002–NM–98–AD; Alaska; Groundfish Fisheries by Vessels ries Airplanes [Docket No. 2002–NM–350–AD; Amendment 39–13783; AD 2004–18–05] (RIN: Using Hook-and-Line Gear in the Gulf of Amendment 39–13777; AD 2004–17–05] (RIN: 2120–AA64) received October 18, 2004, pursu- Alaska [Docket No. 031125292–4061–02; I.D. 2120–AA64) received October 18, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee 093004D] received October 18, 2004, pursuant ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure. 11000. A letter from the Administrator, to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on on Transportation and Infrastructure. Federal Aviation Administration, Depart- Resources. 10991. A letter from the Program Analyst, 10982. A letter from the Acting Director, FAA, Department of Transportation, trans- ment of Transportation, transmitting the Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- mitting the Department’s final rule—Air- Department’s report entitled, ‘‘Report to tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- worthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas Congress-Part 135 Air Taxi Operators tion, transmitting the Administration’s final Model DC–9–14, DC–9–15, and DC–9–15F Air- Study,’’ as required by the Aviation Invest- rule—Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic planes; and Model DC–9–20, DC–9–30, DC–9–40, ment and Reform Act of the 21st Century under Section 735; to the Committee on Zone Off Alaska; Pollock in Statistical Area and DC–9–50 Series Airplanes [Docket No. Transportation and Infrastructure. 630 of the Gulf of Alaska [Docket No. 2002–NM–345–AD; Amendment 39–13789; AD 11001. A letter from the Program Analyst, 2004–18–11] (RIN: 2120–AA64) received October 031125292–4061–02; I.D. 093004E] received Octo- FAA, Department of Transportation, trans- 18, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to ber 18, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); mitting the Department’s final rule—Air- the Committee on Transportation and Infra- to the Committee on Resources. worthiness Directives; McDonnell Douglas 10983. A letter from the Acting Director, structure. Model MD–10–10F, MD–10–30F, MD–11, MD– Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- 10992. A letter from the Program Analyst, 11F, and 717–200 Airplanes [Docket No. FAA– tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- FAA, Department of Transportation, trans- 2004–19017; Directorate Identifier 2004–NM– tion, transmitting the Administration’s final mitting the Department’s final rule—Airport 144–AD; Amendment 39–13782; AD 2004–18–04] rule—Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic Noise Compatibility Planning [Docket No. (RIN: 2120–AA64) received October 18, 2004, FAA–2004–19158; Amendment 150–14] (RIN: Zone Off Alaska; Atka Mackeral in the West- pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- 2120–AI37) received October 18, 2004, pursuant ern Aleutian District of the Bering Sea and mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Aleutian Islands [Docket No. 031124287–4060– ture. 02; I.D. 093004F] received October 18, 2004, Transportation and Infrastructure. 11002. A letter from the Deputy Assiociate pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- 10993. A letter from the Program Analyst, Administrator, Environmental Protection mittee on Resources. FAA, Department of Transportation, trans- Agency, transmitting the Agency’s final 10984. A letter from the Acting Director, mitting the Department’s final rule—Picture rule—Water Quality Standards for Coastal Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- Identification Requirements [Docket No. and Great Lakes Recreation Waters [OW– tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- FAA–2002–11666; Amendment No. 61–107] 2004–0010; FRL–7837–5] (RIN: 2040–AE63] re- tion, transmitting the Administration’s final (RIN: 2120–AH76) received October 18, 2004, ceived November 15, 2004, pursuant to 5 rule—Fisheries of the Exclusive Economic pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Com- U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Zone Off Alaska; Pollock in Statistical Area mittee on Transportation and Infrastruc- Transportation and Infrastructure. 610 of the Gulf of Alaska [Docket No. ture. 11003. A communication from the President 031125292–4061–02; I.D. 100504B] received Octo- 10994. A letter from the Program Analyst, of the United States, transmitting an Agree- ber 18, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); FAA, Department of Transportation, trans- ment between the United States of America to the Committee on Resources. mitting the Department’s final rule—Flight and Japan on Social Security, with a prin- 10985. A letter from the Acting Director, Limitation in the Proximity of Space Flight cipal agreement and an administrative ar- Office of Sustainable Fisheries, NMFS, Na- Operations [Docket No. FAA–2004–19246; rangement, both signed at Washington on tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- Amendment Nos. 91–284] (RIN: 2120–AI40) re- February 19, 2004, pursuant to 42 U.S.C. tion, transmitting the Administration’s final ceived October 18, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 433(e)(1); (H. Doc. No. 108–234); to the Com- rule—Fisheries Off West Coast States and in 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- mittee on Ways and Means and ordered to be the Western Pacific; Pacific Coast Ground- tation and Infrastructure. printed. fish; Annual Specifications and Managemetn 10995. A letter from the Program Analyst, 11004. A letter from the United States Measures; Inseason Adjustments [Docket No. FAA, Department of Transportation, trans- Trade Representative, Executive Office of 031216314–3314–01; I.D. 092904C] received Octo- mitting the Department’s final rule—Prohi- the President, transmitting a report on the ber 20, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); bition Against Certain Flights Between the intent to initiate negotiations for a free to the Committee on Resources. United States and Libya [Docket No. FAA– trade agreement between the United States 10986. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- 2004–19316; Special Aviation Regulation and the United Arab Emirates, pursuant to ment of Health and Human Services, trans- (SFAR) No. 65–1] (RIN: 2120–AI46) received Section 2104(a)(1) of the Trade Act of 2002; to mitting the thirty-sixth in a series of reports October 18, 2004, pursuant to 5 U.S.C. the Committee on Ways and Means. on refugee resettlement in the United States 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on Transpor- 11005. A letter from the United States covering the period October 1, 2001 through tation and Infrastructure. Trade Representative, Executive Office of September 30, 2002, pursuant to 8 U.S.C. 10996. A letter from the Program Analyst, the President, transmitting a report on the 1523(a); to the Committee on the Judiciary. FAA, Department of Transportation, trans- intent to initiate negotiations for a free 10987. A letter from the Acting Assistant mitting the Department’s final rule—Civil trade agreement between the United States Secretary for Legislative Affairs, Depart- Penalty Assessment Procedures [Docket No. and the Sultanate of Oman, pursuant to Sec- ment of State, transmitting the Depart- 27854; Amendment No. 13–32] (RIN: 2120–AE84) tion 2104(a)(1) of the Trade Act of 2002; to the ment’s final rule—Documentation of Non- received October 18, 2004, pursuant to 5 Committee on Ways and Means. immigrants Under the Immigration and Na- U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee on 11006. A letter from the Acting Secretary tionality Act, as Amended-Student and Ex- Transportation and Infrastructure. of the Army and Secretary of Agriculture, change Visitor Information System 10997. A letter from the Senior Attorney, Departments of the Army and Agricutlure, (SEVIS)—received November 15, 2004, pursu- RSPA, Department of Transportation, trans- transmitting notice of intention of the De- ant to 5 U.S.C. 801(a)(1)(A); to the Committee mitting the Department’s final rule—Haz- partments of the Army and Agriculture to on the Judiciary. ardous Materials Regulations; Compatibility interchange jurisdiction of Army and Na- 10988. A letter from the Chair of the Com- with the Regulations of the International tional Forest lands at the Joint Readiness mittee on the Budget and Secretary, Judicial Atomic Energy Agency; Correction; Final Training Center (JRTC) and Fort Polk, Lou- Conference of the United States, transmit- Rule [Docket No. RSPA–99–6283 (HM–230)] isiana and the Kisatchie National Forest,

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\L18NO7.000 H18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE H9999 Louisiana, pursuant to 16 U.S.C. 505a (70 H.R. 5382. A bill to promote the develop- and partners through enhanced programs of Stat. 656); jointly to the Committees on ment of the emerging commercial human prevention and deterrence, enhanced pro- Armed Services and Agriculture. space flight industry, and for other purposes; grams of victims services, and strengthened 11007. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- to the Committee on Science. provisions for prosecution of assailants, and ment of Health and Human Services, trans- By Mr. RAHALL (for himself, Mr. for other purposes; to the Committee on mitting the report to Congress on Standards COSTELLO, Mr. BOUCHER, and Mr. Armed Services, and in addition to the Com- for Supervision of Physical Therapist Assist- STRICKLAND): mittees on the Judiciary, and Veterans’ Af- ants (PTAs) and the Implications of Elimi- H.R. 5383. A bill to clarify that certain coal fairs, for a period to be subsequently deter- nating the ‘‘Personal’’ PTA Supervision Re- industry health benefits may not be modified mined by the Speaker, in each case for con- quirements on the Finanical Caps for Medi- or terminated; to the Committee on Ways sideration of such provisions as fall within care Therapy Services, requested by Con- and Means. the jurisdiction of the committee concerned. gress in Appendix F, Section 421 of Pub. L. By Mr. BRADY of Texas (for himself, By Mr. STUPAK: 106–554; jointly to the Committees on Energy Mr. BAIRD, Mr. BARTON of Texas, Mr. H.R. 5392. A bill to authorize the use of a and Commerce and Ways and Means. BELL, Ms. BERKLEY, Mr. BILIRAKIS, covered grant to provide a reasonable sti- 11008. A letter from the Secretary, Depart- Mrs. BLACKBURN, Mr. BONILLA, Mr. pend to paid-on-call or volunteer first re- ment of Health and Human Services, trans- BOYD, Ms. GINNY BROWN-WAITE of sponders for travel to or participation in mitting three documents in response to re- Florida, Mr. BURGESS, Mr. CARTER, training to prevent, prepare for, respond to, quests for reports to Congress on outpatient Mr. COOPER, Mrs. CUBIN, Mr. or mitigate terrorist attacks, and for other therapy services mandated or modified in CULBERSON, Mr. DAVIS of Tennessee, purposes; to the Committee on Transpor- Section 4541(d)(2) of Pub. L. 105–22, Balanced Mr. DELAY, Mr. DICKS, Mr. DUNCAN, tation and Infrastructure, and in addition to Budget Act of 1997 (BBA), Sections 221(c) and Ms. DUNN, Mr. EDWARDS, Mr. FORD, the Committees on Energy and Commerce, (d) of Pub. L. 106–113, Balanced Budget Re- Mr. FOLEY, Mr. GIBBONS, Mr. GON- and the Judiciary, for a period to be subse- finement Act of 1999 (BBRA), Section 421(b) ZALEZ, Mr. GORDON, Ms. GRANGER, quently determined by the Speaker, in each of Pub. L. 105–551, Medicare, Medicaid, and Mr. HALL, Ms. HARRIS, Mr. HASTINGS case for consideration of such provisions as SCHIP Benefits Improvement and Protection of Washington, Mr. HINOJOSA, Mr. fall within the jurisdiction of the committee Act (BIPA) of 2000, and Section 624(b) of Pub. INSLEE, Mr. JENKINS, Mr. SAM JOHN- concerned. L. 108–173, Medicare Prescription Drug, Im- SON of Texas, Mr. MILLER of Florida, By Ms. LOFGREN: provement, and Modernization Act of 2003 Mr. NEUGEBAUER, Mr. PAUL, Mr. POR- H.J. Res. 112. A joint resolution proposing (MMA); jointly to the Committees on Energy TER, Mr. PUTNAM, Mr. REYES, Mr. an amendment to the Constitution of the and Commerce and Ways and Means. SANDLIN, Mr. SESSIONS, Mr. SHAW, United States to abolish the Electoral Col- 11009. A letter from the Assistant Sec- Mr. SMITH of Texas, Mr. STEARNS, Mr. lege and to provide for the direct election of retary of the Army for Civil Works, Depart- THORNBERRY, Mr. WAMP, and Mr. the President and Vice President of the ment of Defense, transmitting a determina- WELDON of Florida): United States; to the Committee on the Ju- tion that there exists an emergency need for H.R. 5384. A bill to amend the Internal Rev- diciary. an outlet for Devils Lake, North Dakota, as enue Code of 1986 to make the allowance of By Mr. SHERMAN: defined by Section 102 of the Robert T. Staf- the deduction of State and local general H.J. Res. 113. A joint resolution proposing ford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assist- sales taxes in lieu of State and local income an amendment to the Constitution of the ance Act, Pub. L. 93–288; jointly to the Com- taxes permanent; to the Committee on Ways United States relating to the process by mittees on Transportation and Infrastruc- and Means. which the House of Representatives chooses ture and Appropriations. By Mr. BOEHLERT: the President of the United States in the f H.R. 5385. A bill to authorize the establish- event no candidate receives a majority of the ment of a Centennial Challenge Prize Pro- electoral votes; to the Committee on the Ju- REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ON gram at the National Aeronautics and Space diciary. PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS Administration; to the Committee on By Mr. HEFLEY (for himself, Mrs. JO Under clause 2 of rule XIII, reports of Science. ANN DAVIS of Virginia, Mr. SMITH of By Mr. CONYERS: New Jersey, Mr. AKIN, Mr. BARTLETT committees were delivered to the Clerk H.R. 5386. A bill to amend title 18, United for printing and reference to the proper of Maryland, Mr. TANCREDO, Mr. States Code, to reform Federal Prison Indus- PAUL, Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin, Mr. calendar, as follows: tries, and for other purposes; to the Com- BUYER, Mr. CALVERT, Mr. ADERHOLT, Mr. OXLEY: Committee on Financial Serv- mittee on the Judiciary. Mr. DUNCAN, Mr. WILSON of South ices. H.R. 4634. A bill to extend the terrorism By Mr. CRANE: Carolina, Mr. FEENEY, Mr. WICKER, H.R. 5387. A bill to direct the Adminis- insurance program of the Department of the Mr. HERGER, Mr. GREEN of Texas, Mr. trator of the Environmental Protection Treasury; with an amendment (Rept. 108– JONES of North Carolina, Mr. KEN- Agency to provide remedial actions and 780). Referred to the Committee of the Whole NEDY of Minnesota, Mr. TIAHRT, Mr. other assistance to affected residents near House on the State on the Union. BISHOP of Utah, Mr. SKELTON, Mr. the Wauconda Sand and Gravel Superfund Mr. SESSIONS: Committee on Rules. SHERWOOD, and Mr. ROHRABACHER): House Resolution 858. Resolution waiving Site; to the Committee on Energy and Com- H. Con. Res. 522. Concurrent resolution ex- points of order against the conference report merce, and in addition to the Committee on pressing the sense of the Congress that the to accompany the bill (H.R. 1350) to reau- Transportation and Infrastructure, for a pe- Department of Defense should continue to thorize the Individuals with Disabilities Edu- riod to be subsequently determined by the exercise its statutory authority to support cation Act, and for other purposes (Rept. 108– Speaker, in each case for consideration of the activities of the Boy Scouts of America, 781). Referred to the House Calendar. such provisions as fall within the jurisdic- in particular the periodic national and world Mr. SESSIONS: Committee on Rules. tion of the committee concerned. Boy Scout Jamborees; to the Committee on House Resolution 859. Resolution providing By Mr. EHLERS: Armed Services. H.R. 5388. A bill to establish an inter- for consideration of motions to suspend the By Mr. ROHRABACHER: agency aerospace revitalization task force to rules (Rept. 108–782). Referred to the House H. Con. Res. 523. Concurrent resolution develop a national strategy for aerospace Calendar. strongly denouncing the danger of inter- Mr. LINDER: Committee on Rules. House workforce cultivation, training, and recruit- national terrorism inspired by an apostate Resolution 860. Resolution waiving a requirement; to the Committee on Education and vision of Islam, one of the historic religions ment of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect the Workforce. of the world; to the Committee on Inter- to consideration of certain resolutions re- By Mr. GRAVES: national Relations. ported from the Committee on Rules (Rept. H.R. 5389. A bill to amend title 23, United By Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia 108–783). Referred to the House Calendar. States Code, to establish requirements for (for herself, Mr. SMITH of New Jersey, Mrs. MYRICK: Committee on Rules. House the operation of high occupancy vehicle fa- Mr. MCCOTTER, Mr. BLUMENAUER, and Resolution 861. Resolution waiving a require- cilities on highways; to the Committee on Mr. BURTON of Indiana): ment of clause 6(a) of rule XIII with respect Transportation and Infrastructure. H. Res. 862. A resolution urging the Euro- to consideration of certain resolutions re- By Mr. SHERMAN: pean Council to continue to maintain its em- ported from the Committee on Rules (Rept. H.R. 5390. A bill to amend title 3, United bargo on the sales of arms to the People’s 108–784). Referred to the House Calendar. States Code, to revise the procedures for Presidential succession in the case of the Republic of China; to the Committee on f death, resignation, removal from office, in- International Relations. PUBLIC BILLS AND RESOLUTIONS ability, or failure to qualify of the President, Under clause 2 of rule XII, public and for other purposes; to the Committee on f the Judiciary. bills and resolutions were introduced By Ms. SLAUGHTER: MEMORIALS and severally referred, as follows: H.R. 5391. A bill to reduce sexual assault By Mr. ROHRABACHER (for himself, and domestic violence involving members of Under clause 3 of rule XII, memorials Mr. BOEHLERT, and Mr. GORDON): the Armed Forces and their family members were presented and referred as follows:

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:42 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 4634 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\L18NO7.000 H18PT1 H10000 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — HOUSE November 18, 2004 459. The SPEAKER presented a memorial H.R. 2560: Mr. BOUCHER. PETITIONS, ETC. of the Senate of the State of Michigan, rel- H.R. 2705: Mr. FARR. ative to Senate Resolution No. 279 memori- H.R. 2735: Mr. GIBBONS. Under clause 3 of rule XII, petitions alizing the Congress of the United States to H.R. 2823: Mr. BOSWELL and Mr. CLAY. and papers were laid on the clerk’s enact the Specialty Crop Competitiveness H.R. 2824: Mr. MARSHALL. desk and referred as follows: Act; to the Committee on Agriculture. H.R. 3388: Mr. ENGLISH. 460. Also, a memorial of the Legislature of H.R. 3476: Mrs. MILLER of Michigan. 120. The SPEAKER presented a petition of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, relative H.R. 3484: Mr. NADLER. the Legislature of Orange County, New York, to Senate Concurrent Resolution No. 107 me- H.R. 3602: Mr. HONDA. relative to Resolution No. 245 of 2004 peti- morializing the Congress of the United H.R. 3634: Mr. BURTON of Indiana, Mr. JEF- tioning the U.S. Department of Homeland States to consign the public policy of the FERSON, and Ms. CARSON of Indiana. Security, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Com- H.R. 3859: Mr. CLYBURN and Mr. EVANS. Legislature of Puerto Rico in facing and at- mission, the Federal Aviation Administra- H.R. 3880: Mr. WEINER. tending to the urgent need to review the po- tion, and the New York State Office of H.R. 4002: Mr. DAVIS of Alabama. litical relations between Puerto Rico and the Homeland Security to investigate and ad- H.R. 4116: Mr. LIPINSKI. dress safety issues at the Indian Point Power United States through a Constitutional Con- H.R. 4343: Mr. FLAKE. vention on Status elected by the people in H.R. 4391: Mr. CHANDLER, Mr. FRANK of Plant; to the Committee on Energy and the exercise of the natural rights to self-de- Massachusetts, and Mr. BLUMENAUER. Commerce. termination and sovereignty, and to initiate H.R. 4491: Mr. HINCHEY and Mr. SANDERS. 121. Also, a petition of the Association of its organizational process; to the Committee H.R. 4732: Ms. GRANGER. Pacific Island Legislatures, relative to APIL on Resources. H.R. 4888: Mrs. DAVIS of California. Resolution No. 23-GA-18, CD1, supporting the f H.R. 4900: Mr. SAXTON. cause of securing just compensation for vic- H.R. 4940: Mr. GERLACH. ADDITIONAL SPONSORS tims of radiation exposure as a consequence H.R. 4957: Mr. DAVIS of Alabama. of activities related to the U.S. Govern- Under clause 7 of rule XII, sponsors H.R. 5063: Mr. PAYNE. ment’s nuclear tests in Micronesia; to the H.R. 5206: Mr. MEEK of Florida. Committee on International Relations. were added to public bills and resolu- H.R. 5236: Mr. MILLER of Florida. tions as follows: H.R. 5244: Mr. DEFAZIO, Ms. DELAURO, and 122. Also, a petition of the Association of H.R. 962: Ms. PELOSI. Mr. WAXMAN. Pacific Island Legislatures, relative to APIL H.R. 1205: Mr. JEFFERSON. H.R. 5252: Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts, Mr. Resolution No. 23-GA-09, supporting the Gov- H.R. 1306: Mr. FILNER. ALLEN, and Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. ernment and the people of the Republic of H.R. 1316: Mr. LANTOS, Mr. DICKS, Ms. H.R. 5261: Mr. KIND. Kiribati for their efforts to address war rep- JACKSON-LEE of Texas, and Mr. JACKSON of H.R. 5292: Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts, Mr. arations; to the Committee on International Illinois. LANTOS, and Mr. SABO. Relations. H.R. 1431: Mr. NADLER. H.R. 5335: Mr. STARK and Mr. MENENDEZ. 123. Also, a petition of the Enough is H.R. 1563: Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas, Mr. H.R. 5274: Mrs. DAVIS of California, Ms. Enough Campaign, Chicago, IL, relative to a INSLEE, Ms. KAPTUR, Mrs. JOHNSON of Con- SOLIS, Ms. LINDA T. SA´ NCHEZ of California, petition for investigation, indictment, and necticut, and Mr. GREEN of Wisconsin. Mr. THOMPSON of California, Mr. GEORGE prosecution; to the Committee on the Judici- H.R. 1684: Mr. WATT and Ms. WATERS. MILLER of California, Mr. STARK, Mr. HONDA, ary. H.R. 1783: Mr. BURNS. Mr. SHERMAN, Ms. WATSON, Ms. WATERS, and H.R. 2237: Mr. SWEENEY. Ms. MILLENDER-MCDONALD. 124. Also, a petition of Mr. James N. H.R. 2379: Mr. ALEXANDER and Mr. H. Con. Res. 521: Mr. HERGER. Thivierge, a Citizen of Amesbury, MA, rel- BUTTERFIELD. H. Res. 853: Mr. DAVIS of Florida, Mr. ative to a petition to amend the Constitu- H.R. 2414: Mr. BROWN of South Carolina. HEFLEY, Mr. BARTON of Texas, and Mr. tion of the United States; to the Committee H.R. 2509: Mr. DUNCAN. BRADY of Texas. on the Judiciary.

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Vol. 150 WASHINGTON, THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 18, 2004 No. 133 Senate The Senate met at 10 a.m. and was refuses to leave any task half done. APPOINTMENT OF ACTING called to order by the Honorable LISA Empower them with a diligence that PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE MURKOWSKI, a Senator from the State will never offer You less than their of Alaska. best. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Lord, strengthen our military for the clerk will please read a communication PRAYER battles of today and tomorrow. Stand to the Senate from the President pro The Chaplain, Dr. Barry C. Black, of- at the right hand of freedom’s warriors tempore (Mr. STEVENS). fered the following prayer: and lift up their heads. We pray this in The assistant legislative clerk read Let us pray. Your mighty Name. Amen. the following letter: Sovereign Lord, You are our God and strong deliverer, a refuge for all who U.S. SENATE, f PRESIDENT PRO TEMPORE, call on Your name. Send to us the Washington, DC, November 18, 2004 power and grace we need today to glo- To the Senate: rify Your name. Give us the purity of PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Under the provisions of rule I, paragraph 3, heart that will shut the door to all The Honorable LISA MURKOWSKI led of the Standing Rules of the Senate, I hereby evil. the Pledge of Allegiance, as follows: appoint the Honorable LISA MURKOWSKI, a Today, bless the Members of this I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the Senator from the State of Alaska, to perform body. Keep their feet in the path of in- United States of America, and to the Repub- the duties of the Chair. tegrity that they may walk securely. lic for which it stands, one nation under God, TED STEVENS, Develop in them a perseverance which indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. President pro tempore.

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VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:08 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 8633 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.000 S18PT1 S11442 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 Ms. MURKOWSKI thereupon assumed will need to cooperate with our col- I yield the floor. what the Chair as Acting President pro tem- leagues across the aisle to produce re- f pore. sults, which is what we were sent here, RESERVATION OF LEADER TIME f of course, to do. Soon Republicans will fill 55 seats in The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- RECOGNITION OF THE ACTING this Chamber. That is a nice number pore. Under the previous order, the MAJORITY LEADER but it is not 60. And it often takes 60, leadership time is reserved. as we all know. Frequently—actually The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- f pore. The Senator from Kentucky is most of the time—it takes 60 to get re- recognized. sults in the Senate. MORNING BUSINESS So to our Democratic friends on the The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- f other side, let me say we want to work pore. Under the previous order, there with you. The voters expect us to work SCHEDULE will be a period for the transaction of in a bipartisan manner to make our Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, morning business with Senators per- country more secure, our economic op- today we will begin a period of morning mitted to speak for up to 10 minutes portunities more plentiful, and our business which will extend well into each. common values more respected. To do the afternoon. A number of Senators The Senator from New Jersey. that, we need your support, and we will have indicated they will come to the work to earn it. f floor and pay tribute to our colleagues Last week, Senator LIEBERMAN, a who will not be running for the 109th BIPARTISANSHIP good friend of mine and a good friend of Congress. We certainly want to accom- many of us in the Senate, came to my Mr. CORZINE. Madam President, modate those requests and have set hometown of Louisville, KY, where he first, let me say that it is this Sen- aside time accordingly. spoke at the University of Louisville, ator’s personal desire, following the At the close of our business this my alma mater, where he gave an out- comments the Senator from Kentucky week, we will print those tributes to standing speech. In it he said: has so ably given, that we came here to honor our departed colleagues. If Sen- try to make things better for the world ators are not available to come to the It is critically important that we put first things first, and national interests ahead of in the years beyond and for our chil- floor to deliver their remarks, they are our party interests. dren. So much of what he talk about— invited to submit those statements for I commend the Senator from Con- whether it is Social Security or the the RECORD. Again, they will be printed necticut for his exemplary spirit of Tax Code or our needs and in foreign as part of this larger document to goodwill. I think that is a good guide- policy—does require that we work to- which I just referred. post for all of us as we begin the 109th gether. As a reminder, the majority leader Congress in January. I commend the Senator for his com- has filed a cloture motion on the mis- I say to my Democratic friends that ments. We do have to work together as cellaneous tariffs bill. That cloture we are all willing to work with them in we go forward. vote will occur tomorrow morning. We that same spirit which JOE LIEBERMAN In fact, one of the things I want to expect cloture to be invoked; therefore, outlined. Together, we are going to ac- talk about, and why I came to the Sen- we hope to finish that conference re- complish great things of which this ate, one of the areas is where biparti- port at an early time on Friday. body can truly be proud. sanship and joint effort has been funda- In addition, as everyone is aware, we We will have hard tasks ahead of us. mental to raising an issue, framing it, continue to await completion of the The Social Security system is a speed- and getting it in front of the American Omnibus appropriations bill. It is still ing train heading for a brick wall and people. I come to the Senate today to our hope and desire to finish our work really must be set right for future gen- talk about the genocide in Darfur, on Friday, if at all possible. erations. The tax system is burden- Sudan, and what we, the United States f some and unfair and must be re- of America, are going to be doing about invented to fit our 21st century econ- it. BIPARTISANSHIP omy. We have to finish the job in Iraq Today, the U.N. Security Council is Mr. MCCONNELL. Madam President, so we can bring our troops home safely meeting in Nairobi, Kenya, to discuss after this month’s historic election, a and with honor. Sudan and to seek the end of the civil lot of political pundits are ardently We have tackled tough challenges be- war between the north and the south. trying to figure out what the results fore. Working together—Republicans This is a good thing and I congratulate may have meant. I have been in poli- and Democrats—successfully reformed Ambassador Danforth, in particular, tics for a period of time, so I would like the welfare system and put millions of for his personal efforts in making this to share my point of view on the mat- Americans on the path to self-reliance possibility real and tangible. ter. and financial stability. Working to- Multilateral diplomacy is critical. Obviously, people on our side of the gether—Republicans and Democrats— Peace between north and south is an aisle are pleased that the electorate projected American power into the important component of an overall po- has returned President Bush for a sec- former Yugoslavia to halt the killing litical solution for the Sudan. At the ond term, and obviously we are equally of innocents and provide humanitarian end of the day, if we do not stop the pleased that the larger Republican ma- aid. Working together—Republicans killing in Darfur—which is independent jority in both Houses of Congress will and Democrats—we moved the brutal in many ways from the north-south be available to work with the President Taliban regime from Afghanistan and issue—if we do not stop the genocide, next year. The last time a reelected struck a fatal blow against al-Qaida. then we fail. President returned to office with larger Now we have a chance to make his- Members will hear me say repeatedly majorities of his party in both the tory again. Republicans are not likely words are important; deeds are a re- House and the Senate was back in 1936 to accomplish much alone. The same is ality. Lives are at stake. What greater when President Roosevelt was running true for our Democrat colleagues. This moral imperative can we have than to for reelection the first time. If the Senate should heed America’s call for stop genocide? What greater moral fail- American people suddenly speak louder action. The voters of our States didn’t ure can there be than allowing geno- than they have in 70 years, I think it is send us here to simply mark time. cide to occur? The death toll is mount- clear that they would like to see some They sent us here to build a better ing in Darfur with all kinds of esti- action. America for our sons and daughters, mates—70,000, over 100,000, 125,000. The voters didn’t send any of us Re- and future generations yet to come. The issue is stark: life or death. publicans or Democrats up here just to As we move forward, this new Con- Deeds, not words, are what matters. sit in these chairs. They sent us here to gress must be prepared to get to work, History will judge us based on whether get things accomplished. Republicans and to get to work on a bipartisan we actually stop this genocide—not can’t and shouldn’t do that alone. We basis. whether we gave great speeches or

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:08 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.002 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11443 passed great resolutions or made state- instability and an indefinite humani- Darfur, but we do not give them the ments, but what have we done to stop tarian crisis. tools they need to be able to do what it. As Jan Pronk, the U.N. Special Rep- they are there for and we are setting The words have all been said. In July, resentative for Sudan, warned on No- them up for failure. We risk under- this body unanimously passed a bipar- vember 4: mining the very credibility of a bur- tisan resolution introduced by Senator Darfur may easily enter a state of anarchy; geoning ability to deal with some of BROWNBACK and myself, declaring that a total collapse of law and order. these crises that happen all across Af- the atrocities in Darfur were genocide. Permitting such a thing to happen is rica, and not just in Darfur. It is pre- On the same day, the House passed a not only immoral, it is antithetical to cisely now when we need to give them similar resolution. In September, Sec- our national security interests. Re- the resources to be able to succeed. retary Powell made the same declara- member, Sudan is the country that We should not kid ourselves about tion for the administration. We all wel- once harbored Osama bin Laden. The the effectiveness of the AU force. They comed the announcement. prospects of becoming a terrorist are responsible for monitoring the Since then, the situation has only de- breeding ground are real. This is some- April cease-fire. There was an agree- teriorated. The death toll may have al- thing that needs to be addressed now. ment reached November 9 that includes ready gone over, as I suggested, 100,000 This has not happened since the ad- a no-fly zone that the AU force must human beings. Armed militias continue ministration declared genocide was enforce. To quote the current AU chair, to rape women and girls with impu- taking place. Whatever the message Nigerian President Obsanjo, these nity. Civilians are being driven from that declaration sent, it was clearly agreements ‘‘won’t be worth the paper their homes by the hundreds of thou- not enough and may even have sent the they’re written on if they are not scru- sands. Now the refugees are being driv- wrong message that the United States pulously implemented on the ground.’’ en from one camp to another camp, or may declare that genocide is existing His words are right. Words without even out of the camps altogether. The and then not act to stop it. deeds, without resources, is meaning- displaced population in Darfur is over Words without deeds violates the less. 1.5 million. That is what is confirmed. moral and legal obligation we have The potential for the situation to In the last few weeks, Janjaweeds under the genocide convention but, overwhelm the AU force is real. The re- have attacked these IDP camps, the more importantly, violates our sense of gion is enormous and every day as the refugee camps, destroying shelters, right and wrong and the standards we violence gets worse, the challenge beating civilians, and forcibly moving have as human beings about looking to grows. The answer is not to dismiss the AU force but to do whatever it takes to people from one location to another. care for one another. Words without The escalating violence preventing deeds is an affront to the principle that make it effective. If 3,000 troops is not enough, we should consider others and humanitarian organizations from guides our Nation and makes a mock- more. If $220 million is not enough, we reaching needy people is also occur- ery of the values we as public servants should, along with our allies, push to ring. Already, nearly one-quarter of claim to love. The American people have additional resources. Hundreds of the children under the age of five in know this, which is why people of thousands of lives are at stake. If the Darfur are certifiably malnourished faith, of all religions and denomina- AU cannot set up command-and-con- and close to half of the families do not tions and civic groups throughout the trol communications or intelligence have enough food. country, call for concerted, resolute, right away, we should help them do it. Recently, food convoys have been at- effective action. In the end, the only test is whether tacked and large areas of Darfur are Details matter. What will it actually we stop the killing. The same test ap- now effectively closed to the humani- take to stop this genocide? In Sep- plies to sanctions. This week’s efforts tarian organizations that are distrib- tember, this body passed by voice vote to reach a north-south agreement are uting food, medicine, and other ele- an amendment offered by myself and important, but we must not weaken in ments. Hundreds of thousands of needy Senator DEWINE to provide $75 million any way the pressure on Khartoum refugees cannot be reached. for an expanded African Union force in with regard to Darfur. Only consistent, Before this wave of violence—even Darfur. The funding is now being nego- strong, credible international pressure before it—World Food Program re- tiated with the House of Representa- has ever changed Khartoum’s behavior. ported that it served 175,000 fewer peo- tives in the so-called Omnibus bill but I heard one senior administration offi- ple in October than September. Get has had little if any support from the cial say that when their lips are mov- that: Statistics for our program serv- administration and some in the Senate. ing, they are lying. This means we need ing the needy are going down, 175,000 Senator DEWINE and myself offered to apply pressure. This means an em- fewer people in October than in Sep- the amendment after the U.N. Security bargo, seizing assets, restricting travel tember. Council passed a resolution calling for of government officials and, yes, going When I visited Darfur in August, the assistance to the AU and after Sec- after Sudanese oil and gas companies conditions were grim. The one ray of retary Powell testified the current that deal in the finances that allow hope was the pressure from the inter- United States contribution of $20 mil- this tragedy to continue to unfold. We national community, including a lion would not be enough. Get that, $20 should be working with our allies to threat of sanctions that forced the million—not billions, trillions, which put in place effective sanctions. If Government in Khartoum to allow ac- we normally are talking about. members of the U.N. Security Council cess by humanitarian organizations. An expanded African Union force of are not amenable, we should work with Humanitarian workers were over- 3,000 will cost roughly $220 million. The the EU. We also have leverage through whelmed by the number of refugees, European Union recently pledged half our own capital markets. The test is but they were working hard and saving that amount would be forthcoming. We whether we are prepared to stop geno- lives. As a result, estimates of the can afford to pay for the rest. We can- cide, something we have all declared death toll, which could have gone as not afford to walk away from our exists, something the administration high as a million, were scaled back moral obligation. Madam President, $75 has declared. after that. With the violence inten- million is less than half of what the ad- How can we be discussing these op- sifying and humanitarian organiza- ministration sought for waste disposal tions? We should be acting. There is no tions again restricted in their move- in Iraq. It is insignificant compared to more critical moment than now. The ments, we sadly revisit our gravest the costs of the wars that are waging pieces are in place. fears. around the globe. What we cannot af- Today, the U.N. Security Council is The other recent development is the ford is to provide anything less. Short- meeting in Nairobi preparing to issue disintegration of order in the region. changing AU troops or delivering only another resolution on Sudan, although Anger and resentment are on the rise incremental assistance may be worse I hear the discussion is very limited among the displaced, and civil war be- than doing nothing. They do need heli- with regard to actions they will take tween Khartoum and the rebels is esca- copters, vehicles, communication with regard to Khartoum. The United lating. All the conditions are in place equipment, and housing to patrol States has rightfully called this geno- for a complete collapse, for long-term Darfur. We are moving forces into cide. The U.N. Security Council has

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:08 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.005 S18PT1 S11444 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 agreed on paper that sanctions should States of America. We are in what we reer for him in public service. Like all be imposed if Sudan does not stop the think are our last couple of days of the of us, he suffered defeat as well as vic- violence. That violence has not 108th session. That being the case, this tory. He ran unsuccessfully for the U.S. stopped. will be the last few days that Senator House of Representatives twice. Having The Security Council has called on ZELL MILLER will be in Washington in run for Congress myself, and lost the member states to support an expanded his capacity as the senior Senator from first time, I know it is not much fun, AU force, and the African Union, 2 our great State of Georgia. I want to but you also find out it is the greatest years old, has stepped up. Its leader- take a minute just to talk about this experience of your life. You meet the ship is committed to preventing an- man who has been such an inspiration nicest people in the world, and you get other genocide if we will help. We are to any number of politicians and others a real sense of the fact that there are the world’s only superpower. Genocide in my State relative to his public serv- just literally thousands and thousands is happening and we must act. Presi- ice to our State and to our country. of people in that congressional district dent Bush campaigned on a platform of ZELL MILLER was born in a little who have the same beliefs and philos- acting wherever necessary to protect town called Young Harris, GA, which is ophy that you do, so you want to con- our interests overseas regardless of in the mountains of north Georgia, one tinue to make a difference. world opinion. of the most beautiful parts of our Even though ZELL lost those races With all that has happened in the State. His father, unfortunately, died when he ran twice, that did not deter last few years, how can we claim to be when he was 17 days old, so he was him from continuing in public service. constrained in this situation with this raised by his mother, whom he has re- He served as our Lieutenant Governor action taking place against the human peatedly talked about in the books he for four terms, 16 years. He just did a race? We are the world’s superpower. If has written as well as in his speeches. masterful job. The Lieutenant Gov- we do everything that we should do, His mother Birdie was the most influ- ernor in Georgia has a little more history will judge that we acted. But ential person in his life. She did a heck power than some of the Lieutenant they will judge us harshly if we do not of a job with ZELL MILLER as a young Governors in other States around the step up to save these lives that will be man and remained an inspiration to country. He presided over the State lost in the years and the months and him throughout his adult life, and par- senate, and in that capacity had the the days ahead. If we hesitate now, if ticularly in his life as a public servant obligation and the power to appoint we make excuses, most of us think we to our State. committee chairmen and to be in- will have a hard time forgiving our- ZELL did one of the best things any volved in legislation from a direct selves for what we did not do. Rwanda man can do; and that is, he married standpoint. He did an outstanding job is burned in our memory. We should way over his head early in his life. He as Lieutenant Governor. not allow hundreds of thousands of peo- married his sweetheart, Shirley. Before Following those four terms, he ran ple to die. We will have doomed the AU he went into the Marine Corps, he tells for Governor and, in 1990, was elected to ineffectual operations on the the story about leaving for boot camp Governor of our State for the first of ground, and we will have damaged its and he was afraid when he got back she his two terms. In 1990, he campaigned credibility and its underlying ability to might not marry him, so while they on the fact that if we were going to respond to crises in the future. were in the mood they ran over to have a State lottery—that was one of I hope we will act. I hope we will not South Carolina, which is not far away the hot issues on the ballot that year— turn the pages of this omnibus financ- from his hometown of Young Harris, that if we were going to have a State ing without giving the resources to act. and got married; and they have had lottery, he wanted to make sure the Words are not good enough; deeds are decades of glorious years together. funds that were generated by that lot- required. I hope we will not have failed They have two wonderful sons and four tery were used for one purpose, and one our people and our values we hold dear. grandchildren and now four great- purpose only, and that was to improve I thank you, Madam President. I grandchildren whom the two of them the quality of education in our State. yield the floor. have enjoyed. Now he will have even I have to say if there is any one man Madam President, I suggest the ab- more of an opportunity to spend time who is responsible for the improvement sence of a quorum. with them and enjoy them even more. of the quality of education in my State The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- ZELL entered the Marine Corps at an of Georgia, it is ZELL MILLER because pore. The clerk will call the roll. early age. Again, as he has repeatedly he not only campaigned on doing that, The assistant legislative clerk pro- said in his books, as well as in his he made absolutely certain all the ceeded to call the roll. speeches, it is the best thing he ever funds generated from that State lot- Mr. CHAMBLISS. Madam President, did in his life from the standpoint of tery went to improve the quality of I ask unanimous consent that the order straightening him out. All of us go education. for the quorum call be rescinded. through difficult times in our early He is the father of the HOPE Scholar- The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- years, and there are specific instances ship. It is kind of interesting, in every pore. Without objection, it is so or- that make us what we are and sort of campaign now, every statehouse cam- dered. chart the course for where we are going paign and gubernatorial and lieutenant to be in future years. ZELL has been gubernatorial race now, those folks f very open about the fact that the Ma- who have been involved in State poli- REQUESTING RETURN OF rine Corps is the institution that really tics for a while who are running for PAPERWORK—S. 2283 put his mind in the right frame that it those races all claim responsibility for needed to be for his adult years. the HOPE Scholarship. But everybody Mr. CHAMBLISS. Madam President, ZELL began his educational career at knows that the father of the HOPE I ask unanimous consent that the Sen- Young Harris College following his ten- Scholarship, the person who was re- ate request the House to return the pa- ure in the Marine Corps, and then ulti- sponsible for its passage and implemen- pers with respect to S. 2283. mately graduated from the University tation, is ZELL MILLER. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- of Georgia, which happens to be the The HOPE Scholarship is a provision pore. Without objection, it is so or- same institution of which I graduated. in our law which says, if you graduate dered. Again, having a colleague such as ZELL from a high school in Georgia and you f to look to as a fellow alumnus is a have a B average, you can go to any great privilege. State institution that you are success- TRIBUTES TO RETIRING ZELL then began a teaching career, ful in applying to and getting into, and SENATORS and also very shortly entered a public your tuition will be paid for. As long as ZELL MILLER service career. He served two terms as you maintain a B average, that tuition Mr. CHAMBLISS. Madam President, a State senator from his home county will be paid for throughout your col- I rise this morning to pay tribute to a area of Young Harris. I think that was lege career. It has been one of the best very special friend of mine and a friend the foundation for what was going to things we have ever had happen in our of Georgia’s and a friend of the United ultimately become an outstanding ca- State.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:08 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.008 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11445 We have been successful keeping our for 4 more years, then I am not going admire because he has always operated top students at home and attending to be just your average Governor and in a bipartisan way and made sure he our State universities. One of the main put it on cruise control and go out as a reached across the aisle and brought reasons is the HOPE Scholarship. We popular guy—and he had every oppor- Republicans into his Democratic ad- have kids who might otherwise go to a tunity to do that. ministration when he served as gov- school in the Northeast or the West I will never forget riding back up ernor. Probably one of the highlights of Coast that has a much greater national here on an airplane after one weekend, that is the man who is replacing him in reputation, but they do not give the and I happened to sit beside ZELL. This the Senate, my good friend JOHNNY scholarships like the HOPE Scholar- was several years after he had left the ISAKSON, who has been a longtime Re- ship to all their students who maintain Governor’s office, but I was a Member publican in our State. those averages. of the House. I said: ZELL, I guess if In ZELL’s second term as governor, he So ZELL MILLER has been primarily there is anything about you, and I were knew that with education being a pri- responsible for keeping an awful lot of to remember one thing over everything ority he needed a top-flight person to the top kids graduating from our pub- else, it is the fact that in your last 4 head up our State board of education. lic institutions as well as our private years you did what you thought was He reached out to JOHNNY ISAKSON, who institutions in Georgia at our State in- right, irrespective of the fact that you was then out of politics, and brought stitutions. As a result of that, we have could allow the legislature to pass him into his administration to chair seen the average SAT scores at the whatever they wanted to and you could the State board of education. JOHNNY University of Georgia, for example, rise sign it into law. A lot of the legislation did a terrific job. As a result of that, he every single year since the HOPE were very popular bills with the people came on to the House to replace Newt Scholarship went into effect. I do not back home, but they simply were not Gingrich, and now he will be replacing know what the exact number is for the the right thing to do. He would veto ZELL MILLER in the Senate. That is entering class this year, but I have them. He would veto them, not because simply the kind of guy ZELL MILLER is. confidence in saying the average SAT he had anything against the issue or So it wasn’t politics; it was what was score for the entering freshmen class at the people promoting the bill, but it in the best interest of our State, what the University of Georgia this year is was the right thing to do. It was not in could he do to continue to improve the well in excess of 1250, probably closer the best interest of all Georgians. quality of the education of our kids. He to something in excess of 1300. At Geor- A lot of people ask me today, Why just did the right thing. It is the same gia Tech it is higher than that. And in has ZELL MILLER changed? ZELL MIL- as he did in supporting our Republican other institutions we have seen the LER has never changed. In his heart, he President. He knew it was the right same impact. We are simply getting believes we live in the greatest country thing to do. That is why he was so the brightest and the best because of in the world. He believes in his heart vocal about it. Irrespective of the consequences politically, he did what in ZELL MILLER and his commitment to that he and I live in the greatest State the people of Georgia and his commit- in this great country. He is totally his heart he thought was the right ment to increasing the quality of edu- committed to doing what he thinks is thing to do. So now as ZELL goes back to Young cation in our State. right. He did it then when he vetoed a As Governor, he put into effect a vol- lot of popular bills, and he didn’t have Harris, I fully expect him to stay en- untary pre-K program for 4-year-old to do that; it would have been easy not gaged in the process. He is not the kind kids. All of us know that the earlier we to do that. That is why today when he of guy who is going to wilt away, but he will not be as active as he has been involve our children in the education speaks it is from his heart because he for the last three decades. He will be process, the more likely they are to is doing what he thinks is right. sitting on his front porch with his two come out, at the end of the day, with a As he closes out his career, he and I dogs, Gus and Woodrow, playing with better education. It is one of the best are both mindful every day of the fact his grandchildren, and enjoying his things we ever did from the standpoint that ZELL MILLER didn’t want to be family. I am sure his mind will, at of putting our kids in touch with the here. It was not his wish that he serve times, wander back to his times in At- school system at an early age. And it in the Senate when he was asked to lanta at the State capital, and to the has worked. serve. He ran for the Senate in 1980 and days he spent in this institution, and I could go on and on talking about was not successful. But he had no in- he will have some great memories. But the things that Senator MILLER did as tention of coming back to the Senate. those of us who have had the privilege Governor, but I want to sum it up with Unfortunately, Paul Coverdell, who and the opportunity to serve with him two anecdotes. was his very close friend and one of my First, again, education-wise, he was political mentors, passed away in 2000, are going to have even better memo- committed to ensuring that the edu- and our Democratic Governor, Roy ries. ZELL MILLER is a great American, a cation of the children of our State im- Barnes, went to ZELL MILLER and said: great Georgian, and he is somebody all proved every year he was in public Your State needs you, your country of us are going to miss in the day-to- service. I will never forget his last 4 needs you, and I need you to fill the day world of politics. But he is some- years—and I know this; I remember unexpired term of Paul Coverdell. So body who, when we look back and say, specifically because my wife was a ZELL, after much thought about it, de- you know, if I charted my course the teacher in the public school system at cided to leave the mountains of north way he did, I can leave this institution that point in time. We were ranked Georgia and his hometown of Young with a great feeling knowing that I 49th out of 50 with respect to the aver- Harris and go back into public service, have done what was in the best interest age teacher salaries. ZELL MILLER put to come to Washington. He and Shirley of my State and in the best interest of into place—and he made a commitment have been here since July of 2000, when my country. So to ZELL MILLER and to to the teaching community and made a he was appointed to fill that unexpired Shirley, I say thank you. Julianne and commitment to the legislature that term. He ran in 2000 and was elected to I have a great appreciation for you and they were going to have to abide by the remainder of the unexpired term. a great friendship with you. We look this. He was going to provide a 6-per- So it wasn’t his desire to come back, forward to continuing that friendship. cent increase in teacher salaries every but, as always, when he has been called We will miss you here in the U.S. Sen- year for his last 4 years, about a 25-per- upon to fill a void and to be a public ate. God bless you. cent increase for teacher salaries servant for his State and his country, I yield the floor and suggest the ab- across the board. He not only made the he has answered that call—not unlike sence of a quorum. commitment, but he did it. We went when he joined the Marine Corps. The ACTING PRESIDENT pro tem- from 49th in average teacher salaries to As he leaves this great institution at pore. The clerk will call the roll. somewhere in the high twenties over the end of this term in another 6 or 8 The assistant legislative clerk pro- the 4 years of ZELL MILLER’s last ten- weeks, this man is going to be missed ceeded to call the roll. ure as Governor of our State. by those who have looked up to him Mr. NELSON of Florida. Mr. Presi- He also made a commitment to the from a political perspective. He has dent, I ask unanimous consent that the people of Georgia that if you elect me been a person that all of us in politics order for the quorum call be rescinded.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:08 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.011 S18PT1 S11446 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. EN- But isn’t it interesting that the U.S. periodic national and world Boy Scout jam- SIGN). Without objection, it is so or- military has taken a position in a set- boree. dered. tlement which, if taken to its logical Mr. President, I yield the floor. Mr. NELSON of Florida. Mr. Presi- conclusion, would keep the Boy Scouts The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. dent, what is the parliamentary proce- of America off a military facility when, BURNS). The Senator from Kentucky. dure that we find ourselves in? in fact, every military officer in the f The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- U.S. military, including this former of- TRIBUTES TO RETIRING ate is in morning business. ficer of the U.S. Army, took an oath SENATORS Mr. NELSON of Florida. Mr. Presi- that said the following: dent, I will address the Senate in morn- That I will support and defend the Con- ZELL MILLER ing business. stitution of the United States against all en- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- emies, foreign and domestic; that I will bear late Senator Paul Coverdell was a ator from Florida is recognized. true faith and allegiance to the same; that I great Senator and dear friend of many take this obligation freely without any men- f of us in this body. His untimely passing tal reservation or purpose of evasion; and left a great hole in our hearts. But it CULTURAL ISSUES IN AMERICA that I will well and faithfully discharge the also took from Georgia and from Amer- Mr. NELSON of Florida. Mr. Presi- duties of this office upon which I am about to enter, so help me God. ica a great leader. dent, it seems that several things have At the time, none of us had any idea That is the part of the oath every happened with regard to questions of how we would ever manage without U.S. military officer takes, and it is matters of faith and what some would him. I remember when we were doing the one I took decades ago when I en- call cultural issues that seem to be up- tributes to him after his death. There tered as an officer of the U.S. Army. side down in America. was great emotion on the floor of the It seems to me there is a great deal Just in the last few days, we have Senate. I remember Senator Phil of inconsistency then that the U.S. De- seen several ABC stations across the Gramm tearfully giving Senator Cover- partment of Defense would take a posi- country that have had a fear of being dell a farewell. We all felt great affection where every one of its officers has fined by the Federal Communications tion for him. sworn to uphold their oath, and at the Commission for showing the award- So when the Governor of Georgia, end of that oath state, ‘‘so help me winning movie, ‘‘Saving Private Governor Barnes, needed someone to God,’’ and yet they are moving to a po- Ryan,’’ because of some of the lan- step into Paul Coverdell’s place to be sition to knock the Boy Scouts out of guage that is used in this extraor- the voice for Georgia, he called upon a being able to use public facilities—in dinarily heroic film that is one of the fellow whom I had not previously met this case, military facilities—because most accurate portrayals of the fog and but had heard of for some time, former they have a similar oath. heat of war that has ever been made. ELL MILLER. I come back to my opening com- Gov. Z At the same time, we find that ABC, Happily retired and without personal ments. We have something that is up- in its leading up to Monday Night ambition for further public office, ZELL side down. There is not a Senator here Football, has fostered an advertise- MILLER responded to the call of duty. who does not passionately believe in ment to promote one of its nightly net- And what a difference he has made in freedom of expression, freedom of work prime time shows in which a ris- this body. In a time of turmoil, a time speech, and freedom of belief in what que kind of setting is displayed for an of terrorist attacks, of economic chal- any person chooses to believe, but are audience that would inappropriately lenge, of foreign war, when America we getting so mixed up that we lose include children, particularly, who are needed somebody to lead, Providence sight of what are the accepted ways in watching at around 6 o’clock in the Pa- blessed America with a great Senator, which we conduct ourselves and the re- cific time zone of this country. On the ZELL MILLER. spect we have for one another in our one hand, ABC stations are taking off During his short tenure here, this old respective beliefs? the air a movie that really has a great marine has been critical to our efforts Really, is there anyone who wants to deal of portrayal of the strength of this to obtain economic opportunity, home- kick the Boy Scouts out of their an- country and all of its patriotic values land security, and national security for nual jamboree on a Virginia military and, at the same time, the network, this Nation. I can say with total cer- facility? Of course there isn’t. ABC, is then promoting what some In this week that has just passed tainty that Paul Coverdell would be would find questionable. where we see the ABC network saying proud—proud—of the accomplishments It seems to me we have lost our sense to some of these stations that we are of ZELL MILLER. They have been good of balance, our sense of direction, that not going to allow ‘‘Private Ryan’’ be- for Georgia, and they have been good it is entirely upside down as to what cause it has bad words in it, and at the for America. we should be doing. same time promoting a commercial A review of every major battle this So, too, I have noted in a Washington that certainly has questionable view- administration had in the last 4 years newspaper today the fact that Sec- ing characteristics for young children shows that ZELL MILLER was in the retary of Defense Rumsfeld is urged to at the 6 o’clock timeframe on the west middle of each one and the linchpin to defend the Boy Scout movement, the coast of this country, and where to- each success. ZELL MILLER was instru- title of the headline, and of which crit- day’s news is bringing us to the point mental to the economic recovery our ics are pointing out that a settlement at which our own Department of De- Nation now enjoys. ZELL MILLER was by the Department of Defense of an fense is taking a position that ulti- the key to the homeland security our ACLU suit back a few years ago is mately would lead to kicking off the Nation has attained. ZELL MILLER was going to continue to drive, to force the Boy Scouts because the Boy Scouts be- one of the strongest voices to harden military to cut off all taxpayer support lieve in God, then I think this country our Nation’s resolve to fully wage the to the Boy Scouts of America which, in has gone too far. It is time to stand up war against terrorism. On these, the this case, uses military bases for meet- and speak out about common sense and most critical issues upon which history ings and events, such as their annual principles that were set in place for will judge this Nation, this President, Boy Scout jamboree that is held on a this country by its Founding Fathers and this Congress, it was ZELL MILLER Virginia military base. of a belief in Divine Providence and a whose vote and voice made the dif- It seems that we have it, again, up- respect for that belief. ference. side down, for if the objection is that So what I will be doing is offering a ZELL made the difference when the the Boy Scouts of America have, as resolution to the Senate today, and numbers didn’t add up to victory. Like part of their oath, an allegiance to that resolution will conclude that: our mutual friend, Phil Gramm, appar- God, and if that is the reason for the ently being outnumbered was never a It is the sense of the United States Senate suit, might I remind the Members of that the Department of Defense should con- cause for concern to ZELL. ZELL served the Senate that when we took the oath tinue to exercise its longstanding statutory in the proud line of Truman Demo- of office, it said at the end of the oath, authority to support the activities of the crats. Like Harry Truman, he called ‘‘so help me God.’’ Boy Scouts of America, in particular the for unity during a time of war and, like

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:08 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.014 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11447 Harry Truman, gave hell to anybody fate of the agenda of the last several judge and also Attorney General of the who played games with our national se- years swung. For the goals of President United States under President Jimmy curity. Bush, from homeland security to eco- Carter. He follows that philosophy. As Like John Kennedy, he knew that tax nomic growth to the war on terrorism, a matter of fact, he analyzed each cuts were not just good for the econ- ZELL MILLER has been the difference nominee who came forward and I be- omy but they were good for the take- between victory and defeat, the gap believe saw fit to support the nominees, home-pay of workers and their fami- tween almost and barely. consistently, that President Bush sent lies. But from ZELL we didn’t just hear I think part of the willingness of Sen- forward—not because of politics but be- the thoughts of old-school Democrats, ator MILLER to step forward, break cause he believed those judges would we also rediscovered the truths of our ranks, and support President Bush follow the law, not make law. They Nation. He showed us that integrity came because he is a man of experience would be constructionists, not activ- still matters, that nation comes before and judgment and integrity. He got to ists. party, and that thinking first of our know President Bush. He looked into Oftentimes, on each one of these children and grandchildren is the right his heart, he examined his policies, and issues it came down to this one man and proper way to judge national pol- he believed him. He had a particular making the difference, either taking icy. Any time ZELL looked for his bear- belief in this man at this point in his- the lead or casting the key vote on ings, he gazed to those fixed stars of tory, based on his study of history, his those issues. He taught us once again his favorite constellation: His wife writing, and his experience, and he was that nation, family, faith, heritage, Shirley, his children, his seven grand- willing to step forward in an unusual and principle are more important than children, and two great-grandchildren. degree and take a lot of grief for it, to politics and party. In this he re- This internal compass served him well stand up for what he believed was affirmed the belief that government because no one could ever accuse ZELL right. for, of, and by the people can work. When President Bush proposed a tax of being confused about what he be- When he spoke, people listened. I will cut to get the economy moving in 2001, lieved in and why. tell you why people listened. I asked So ZELL MILLER heads back to the and things were not going well, ZELL him how he found time, how he did his Appalachian Mountains of north Geor- MILLER was the first Democrat to sup- speeches. He personally writes his gia, whence he came. He returns with port that plan. He cosponsored the bill speeches. It is not written by staff. It is his wife Shirley back to the base of with Phil Gramm of Texas, a great not generated by some computer. It is Double Knob Mountains, where the ra- Senator. When they teamed up I not regurgitated from some document vines flow to the Brasstown Creek and thought of that slogan in the Alabama or some memorandum or some sum- then the Hiawassee River and on to the football network. Bear Bryant would mary somewhere. It comes from his Gulf of Mexico. He returns to the dirt have a TV show every week to talk heart, his experience, his head, and his roads he walked as a lad, where he about the game. He promoted Coca- understanding of this great Republic of worked with his mother, to haul stones Cola from Georgia, I guess, and Golden which we are blessed to be a part. That from a nearby field to build a rock- Flake potato chips, and the slogan was: is why people listen to his speeches. walled house with no rafter, no ‘‘Great Pair Says the Bear.’’ So when Most of us recall his speech in New subfloor, and a ladder for a staircase in ZELL MILLER and Phil Gramm joined which he was raised. forces, it was indeed a great pair. When York at the convention, where he, in From such modest beginnings, and it came time to protect the homeland Trumanesque fashion, blasted those who play games with our national de- such a modest man, the world is better against terrorist attacks, it was ZELL fense. They squalled and thought it because of his leadership. He stands as MILLER who stood with the President a lesson for all and for all time. Be- in 2002 to make sure we had a Depart- was hell. He was just telling the truth, I suggest. cause of ZELL MILLER, I can say, be you ment that functioned more like the a Senator, a college graduate, a single Pentagon than the post office in pro- It was clear, passionate, and powerful mother, or an elementary school stu- tecting the lives of American citizens. and helped change the course of the na- dent, never, never, never doubt the im- After 4 months and 11 votes and a national debate. It changed the course of pact a single person with clear vision tional election, finally it took. We the national debate because it was and a strong heart can make for your passed the Homeland Security bill that true. What he said was important. It family, your community, your nation, has succeeded in keeping us safe, since had to do with whether this Nation and, yes, your world—not just for now 9/11, at least—a feat not many would would have leadership committed to a but for generations to come. have predicted possible at the time. strong America. He also had some very So, Senator MILLER, we will miss you I would just say this: Senator MILLER fine words right here on the floor of the around here. understood the importance of that Senate. Mr. President, we have had the privi- issue. I believe he called three press On the Energy bill, he rose in ‘‘de- lege over the last 4 years to serve with conferences. He urged those who were fense of that great American work- a truly great American who has made a blocking the Homeland Security bill horse,’’ in his words, the pickup truck. difference in a body in which it is very for some sort of internal governmental He told a story of meeting a guy who difficult for an individual Senator to union-type politics, not on the real was a PHD—that is a post hole digger— frequently make a difference. Farewell, merits—he warned them that this was who said: Senator MILLER. We look forward to bad. It was bad for America, and it was If you really want to know when times are seeing you in the coming years. bad politically for those who blocked bad, take notice of the number of people hav- I yield the floor. it. ing to sell their pickups. Look at the ads in The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. They didn’t listen. I think they the paper and the ‘‘for sale’’ signs in the GRAHAM of South Carolina). The Sen- wished they had. Certainly, after the yards. The more you see, the worse it is be- ator from Alabama. election they were quite willing to pass cause pickups are the very symbol of the ZELL MILLER the bill they had been blocking before working man. As the pickup goes, so does Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. President, I the working man and the very heart of this the election. country. thank the assistant majority leader for When the economy slowed down due his fine words. I certainly agree with to the attacks and the corporate scan- He added: those about ZELL MILLER. Democracies dal, and it came time to accelerate the Pickups are as essential to the carpenter in general, America in particular, seem tax cuts in 2003, once again it was ZELL as his hammer; as essential to the painter as blessed that in times of turmoil, lead- MILLER who made the economic incen- his paintbrush. So we must leave this Amer- ers do step forward and give us the tive plan the law of the land. ican workhorse, the pickup truck, alone. guidance we need. During a time of war On the question of judges for Amer- Don’t pick on the pickup. and economic challenge, America got ica, ZELL MILLER had the classical view Then he shared with us a tune called such a leader in ZELL MILLER. It is not of the role of a judge consistent with ‘‘Talking Pickup Truck Blues.’’ He too much to say that he was the key, his good friend, the wonderful Judge spared us the agony of singing it, but the very hinge upon which much of the Griffin Bell, who was a court of appeals he did share one verse.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:08 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.017 S18PT1 S11448 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 Sure, an SUV is classy travel, but it ain’t told some of my colleagues last night, I thank all of you. I thank my fam- much good for hauling gravel, or hay or bo- not a day has gone by since I have been ily. I thank my very special staff who vine feces. So please do not make my pickup here that I have not thought of this has stayed with me through thick and truck an endangered species. good man who left us so suddenly and thin. I thank my friends and especially That is not often heard on the floor so tragically. my God. It has been one heck of a ride. of this Senate—words of eloquence that My most fervent hope during these The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- bring a smile to us all but more than 41⁄2 years has been that Paul would be ator from Montana. that drives home a truth about real pleased with the way I have served and Mr. BURNS. Mr. President, I wish to people who serve America day after finished out his term. I know Paul is say a few words about my friend from day in pickup trucks. pleased, as I am, that our mutual Georgia, Senator MILLER, who preceded So this man knows America. Given friend JOHNNY ISAKSON, one of the fin- my remarks. all the good he has done in so little est public servants I have ever known, I was raised in the Midwest. We both time—he has given so much to it—he will soon be our successor in this great come out of an era of rural America. It leaves much too soon. He has done a body. was a different life. I remember when great job for this Nation and for Geor- I also wish to say what an honor it we did not have electricity. We did not gia in replacing the departed Paul has been to serve the last 2 years with live on a gravel road. We did not have Coverdell who we all loved and ad- my colleague from Georgia, Senator running water in the house. In fact, the mired. He has been a great leader and SAXBY CHAMBLISS. water bucket froze on cold winter a great Senator, and the Senate will Now as this page turns on the final nights. We didn’t have the best clothes miss the presence of this old Marine chapter of my career as a public serv- in the world. But they were clean. And sergeant. ant, I cannot help but remember how it I have never gone to bed hungry. I can say without contradiction I be- was in that first chapter of my life. I have an idea my mother was kind of lieve that few Senators in the history Growing up in a remote Appalachian like Mrs. Miller. A home full of love on of this Republic have in one short term valley, we lived in a house made of a badlands farm made up of two rocks contributed so much to the health and rocks my mother gathered from a near- and one dirt, trying to hang on to it, welfare of our Nation and made such a by creek with only an open fireplace coming out of tough times called the tremendous impact on it. for heat, no indoor plumbing, no car, Depression of the dirty 1930s. It shaped It is because he put his Nation first; no phone, and no father. a lot of character. It put a lot of fiber On summer nights before the TVA he stood for what we believe in. He was in a lot of people who went on to love dammed up the Hiawassee River and true to his raising. this country and would serve her and brought electricity to that Appa- I thank the Chair. I yield the floor. our States at any cost. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- lachian valley, after the Moon had The highest compliment one could ator from Georgia. come up over the mountain, the light- pay to any person we meet in this Mr. MILLER. Mr. President, I have ning bugs were blinking, while the body, comes from the West in an ex- listened with a grateful heart to the frogs croaked down at the creek and pression that says: We’ll not say good- generous words of my colleagues, the the katydids sang, every once in a bye; we’ll just say so long because you Senator from Kentucky and earlier while a whippoorwill’s lonesome cry are welcome to sit at my fire anytime. this morning the Senator from Ala- could be heard. That is my feeling toward this old bama. I will remember and cherish I remember after my mother had fi- marine. I only have one disappoint- those words as long as I am on this nally quit working and was getting us ment, that we never did get a trip to Earth. I thank each of them for their quiet and ready to go to bed, we would the Pacific to visit Iwo Jima. I have friendship. play a game. The game would start I see my good friend from Montana when the headlights of that rare car been there but he never got to go. We on the floor. I thank him, a fellow ma- would penetrate the darkness, maybe tried every way in the world. We had a rine, for his friendship. once every half hour or so on that nar- couple trips scrubbed because of busi- This means more to me than I have row strip of asphalt across a big ditch ness in the Senate. We never did make words to express. I did not come to this in front of our house. We would stare it, but we are not going to give up. Senate expecting events to unfold as at the headlights of the car as it made So we say so long to ZELL MILLER, a they have. I guess I am living proof its way around the steep curves and fi- good friend, a good Senator, a great that politics is not an exact science. nally over Brasstown Mountain. We representative of Georgia, and a great In Shakespeare’s ‘‘Hamlet,’’ his would count and see how long it took representative of this country. friend Laertes is going off to college from the time it went by our house I came down here today to talk about and his father Polonius is giving him until its taillights would disappear other men who will be leaving this Sen- the usual advise that you give when through that distant gap and was no ate, including Senator HOLLINGS from your sons go off to college. After all longer a part of that one and only South Carolina. He was chairman of the words of caution that I hope fa- world I knew. the Commerce Committee when I first thers still give their sons, Polonius It was often at this time my mother came here in 1988 and 1989. I was up to ended with these words: would laugh and say, ‘‘You know my eyes in confusion, trying to drink This above all: to thine ownself be true, what’s so great about this place? You out of a fire hydrant to take it all in. And it must follow, as the night the day, can get anywhere in the world from My former chairman of the Commerce Thou canst not then be false to any man. here.’’ Committee was part of my education, a I have always believed that and I That world has turned many times very important part of it, in under- have tried to live that. since I first traveled that narrow road standing the work done in the commit- I have had a most blessed personal through that gap and out of that val- tees and this business of setting policy life—personal and political. Since 1959, ley. It has been a long road with many that conforms to the wants and desires voters in Georgia have been putting me twists and turns, ups and downs, of our States and what is good for the in one office or another, and I am deep- bumps, and, yes, a few wrecks, a road country. ly grateful to them. that twice carried me to the highest of- One time I offered a little amend- God has richly blessed my personal fice of the ninth largest State in this ment that had a far-reaching effect in life. My wife Shirley has been the per- Nation, to all the continents and fa- the debate of regulating the cable in- fect partner for over 50 years. She has mous cities of the world and, finally, to dustry. I didn’t want to do that but I been my companion, my critic, my the Senate. wanted to give him a little competition crutch. We have two wonderful sons, So I leave this Senate, knowing that to make them better. I offered an Murphy and Matthew, and our daugh- once again my mother has been proved amendment without telling anybody on ters-in-law and our grandchildren and right. One could get anywhere in the the committee, without telling a soul. our great-grandchildren. We are very world from that little mountain valley I will tell the Presiding Officer I blessed. and back again. Everywhere I have know what it is like to sit way down at If he had lived, Paul Coverdell would ever been really was on my way back the end of the committee because when be ending his second 6-year term. As I home. I came here my seniority was S100.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:08 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.020 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11449 I remember the chairman, Mr. HOL- ing back to his Colorado, back to the resentatives, they came up with those LINGS, saying, I’ve never heard of any- High Country. He is looking forward to first national education goals. There thing like that. It was pretty obvious that. had been a long prelude to all of this we were going to have to go to a vote. PETER FITZGERALD comes from Illi- activity in 1989. I was a part of that He didn’t know if he had enough votes nois. As to all of these men, I want to prelude, and I saw a lot of it happen. to defeat it and I didn’t know if I had say you do form relationships here, and In 1978, when I was elected Governor enough votes to pass it. An instance there is a certain bond that attracts us and Bill Clinton was elected Governor such as that calls for a little backroom all, as we learn that even though you of Arkansas, and Dick Riley of South sit-down, talk about this, and see what may be on the same side of the aisle or Carolina, and our colleague, BOB it does to the issue. the opposite side of the aisle, one could GRAHAM, who was Governor of Florida, I was right there with him. Senator always agree or disagree without being we were all faced with the same issues. INOUYE from Hawaii was also in the disagreeable. That is what makes the Our States were behind; the world was meeting. One can start to learn the Senate a special place. changing, and we needed a better edu- ways of the Senate especially in the We will miss all of these men, but I cation system, particularly at the ele- areas of committee work. am looking forward to those who take mentary and secondary level. So that I will miss ERNEST HOLLINGS because their place as, there again, new rela- by 1983, when the report of the U.S. De- he has been an institution here serving tionships will be developed, a new bond partment of Education, called ‘‘A Na- from the 89th through the 108th Con- dealing with the old challenges of a tion at Risk,’’ came out saying we were gress. That is a great tradition. free society, with those who love the greatly at risk because of the medioc- The Presiding Officer knows and un- Constitution and love this country who rity of the education system, it was derstands ERNEST HOLLINGS. We may were prepared to die for it and would if into that environment that it came. disagree on philosophy but we did not asked to do so today. No one doubts the The Governors in 1985 and 1986 all disagree on America. depth of their patriotism nor their worked for a year on education. I was DON NICKLES will leave this Senate in service to their country. We welcome chairman of the NGA that year, and this year, having arrived in 1980 with them as we say goodbye to old friends, Bill Clinton was the vice chairman. It President Ronald Reagan. The real old relationships that will never be for- was the first time in the history of the voice of conservatism, a fiscal conserv- gotten. governors organization that we all fo- ative, who stood in this Senate and Mr. President, I yield the floor, and I cused for a year on one subject. Then, fought wasteful spending and did it suggest the absence of a quorum. by 1989, we had a President of the with grace, did it with knowledge, a The PRESIDING OFFICER. The United States, George H.W. Bush, who leader among all. clerk will call the roll. became the first of three consecutive There again, he being 8 years ahead The assistant legislative clerk pro- Presidents to say he wanted to be an of me, he was a mentor and someone I ceeded to call the roll. education President. The goals that could look to, study and learn from. Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, I the governors adopted with the Presi- In 1987 or 1986, TOM DASCHLE came to ask unanimous consent that the order dent in 1989 were very straightforward. No. 1, all children in America will the Senate. A neighbor from South Da- for the quorum call be rescinded. kota from Aberdeen, SD, we both The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without start school ready to learn. No. 2, high school graduates will in- learned a little bit here. He was much objection, it is so ordered. crease to 90 percent. more successful than I, reaching into Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, I No. 3, American students will leave leadership of his party. We had a lot of ask unanimous consent that I be al- the fourth, eighth, and twelfth grades common friends in South Dakota. I lowed to speak for up to ten minutes in having demonstrated competency in will be sorry to see TOM DASCHLE leave morning business. math, science, English, history, and ge- the Senate. But he has left big tracks The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- ography. here. There are fond memories on ate is in morning business. The Sen- No. 4, America would be first in the issues that we agreed on and issues ator from Tennessee is recognized. world in math and science. that we did not agree, but we did not f No. 5, adult Americans would be lit- do it being disagreeable. 1989 EDUCATION SUMMIT erate. BOB GRAHAM from Florida I learned No. 6, every school would be free of was in the Angus business and he Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, drugs and violence. leaves this year. right after the election, on November 3, Those were the goals. You might say JOHN BREAUX from Louisiana. I 2004, I went to the Miller Center at the after a decade of unprecedented school worked with him on the Commerce University of Virginia. The purpose of reform and concern, America backed Committee regarding energy issues. the occasion was a discussion of the into its goals for reform. That was 15 His wisdom will be missed. 1989 Education Summit. It had been 15 years ago. A lot has happened since I am afraid I took much more from years since the President of the United then. these men than I could ever return to States and the Nation’s Governors—all When I became Education Secretary them. of our chief executives—gathered in in 1991, we created something called I served only one term with JOHN ED- Charlottesville, VA, to establish the America 2000, which was to try to move WARDS and PETER FITZGERALD. They, first ever national education goals for America community by community to- too, will be missed in the Senate. Their our country. ward those national education goals. contribution was huge. It is astonishing to me that 15 years Governor Clinton became President BEN NIGHTHORSE CAMPBELL served have gone by since then, and it was to Clinton, and he changed the name to from the 103rd to the 108th Congress. most other governors who were there. Goals 2000 and tried his brand of mov- But my, the knowledge he has had and It was important to look back on what ing us in that direction. the experiences he has had. had happened in 1989, to see how it hap- Now we have another President, the It seems as if he has always ridden pened, and to think about what hap- son of the man for whom I worked, who dangerous things, including old broncs pened since then. has, through No Child Left Behind, and horses, which are unpredictable, The summit at the University of Vir- working in a bipartisan way, tried to and, you might say, not the safest ginia had gone remarkably well. Presi- set from Washington accountability things. What a great thrill being the dent George H.W. Bush had convened standards that will help make sure cover Senator for Harley Davidson. He, it. Terry Bransted, the Governor of that all children are learning. I rise to too, has lived a great life. He, too, un- Iowa, was chairman of the National talk about this today only for this rea- derstands the West. He is also a mem- Governors Association that year. He son: That the national summit of gov- ber of the Northern Cheyenne Tribe. had appointed the Governor from Ar- ernors and the President, on its 15th The reservation is in my State of Mon- kansas, Bill Clinton, whose library is anniversary, should not go by without tana. opening today, and Carroll Campbell of mentioning it on this floor. We campaigned together, learned South Carolina as the lead Governors. There has never been anything like it from each other. Now he will be return- Working with the President’s rep- before. One of the most important

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:33 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.022 S18PT1 S11450 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 parts of it was that members of Con- arts, civics, and foreign languages. It joined President Bush in Washington as his gress were not involved. A lot of mem- included a national voluntary examina- Chief of Staff. One of the best things about bers of Congress—it was a Democratic tion system geared to those new stand- that 1989 summit was the opportunity to see legislature at that time—were not very ards. They included new generation, and work with John again, and I am delighted he is here today for this retrospec- happy about that. But I think that was thousands of start-from-scratch, tive event. the correct decision because, in my ‘‘break-the-mold schools.’’ We call It is also a pleasure to be here with my view, elementary and secondary edu- them today charter schools, but then former colleagues Dick Riley and Lamar Al- cation is a national concern, central to there were only perhaps ten such char- exander. I remember well my first National almost everything important that we ter schools. It included giving teachers Governors’ Association Meeting, in August, do, but it is not necessarily a Federal more autonomy and flexibility in their 1986, hosted by Governor Dick Riley at Hil- Government concern. classrooms by waiving federal rules ton Head, South Carolina and chaired by a The fact that the governors and the Tennessee Governor named Lamar Alex- and regulations, something Congress ander. The major theme of the meeting was President, the chief executives of our eventually did more of later. It also in- education; the NGA had done a great deal of country, met together to establish cluded a GI bill for children, to give work on education reform during Governor these goals and begin to move us to- middle and low-income families $1,000 Alexander’s chairmanship and the results ward those goals was, I think, the cor- scholarships to spend at any lawfully were being released. rect way to do that. operated school of their choice, thereby Lamar Alexander and Dick Riley, through I would like to salute the University giving those parents more of the same their work as Governors and later as U.S. of Virginia’s Miller Center for holding choices that wealthy parents already Secretaries of Education, have done more this celebration. It included former than any two people I can think of to ad- had. vance the cause of quality education in the Education Secretary Dick Riley, Rod That was an excellent agenda in the United States over the past quarter century. Paige, the current Education Sec- early 1990s. It is still a good agenda We all owe them a tremendous debt. retary, and I was there as well. It also today. The summit on education, the Now to the task at hand. included JOHN SUNUNU, a former Gov- national education goals created in You might recall that the 1989 Summit was ernor of New Hampshire, who was at 1989, need to be remembered, and so greeted with equal measures of anticipation the education summit and who was does the leadership of President George and cynicism, hope and skepticism. Many noted at the time that Americans periodi- Chief of Staff at the White House at W. Bush on education. cally make brave and impressive noises the time it was organized, and Jerry I yield the floor. about education, but that we frequently fail Baliles, the former Governor of Vir- EXHIBIT 1 to achieve the necessary breakthroughs to ginia, who was Governor of Virginia at THE REMARKS OF THE HONORABLE GERALD L. give education the priority it merits. the time the education summit was BALILES, FORMER GOVERNOR OF VIRGINIA No question, some expected the Charlottes- held. AND PARTNER, HUNTON & WILLIAMS, BEFORE ville Summit to be little more than a vari- I thought Governor Baliles’ remarks THE MILLER CENTER OF PUBLIC AFFAIRS AND ation on disappointing earlier efforts. But were especially interesting and useful. THE CURRY SCHOOL OF EDUCATION, THE UNI- others—and I counted myself among them— believed that something different and impor- He talked about the political context VERSITY OF VIRGINIA, CHARLOTTESVILLE, VIRGINIA, NOVEMBER 4, 2004 tant could happen here, something which of the times and how the governors might foretell a favorable turning point in THE 1989 EDUCATION SUMMIT: A REEVALUATION were able to do this without inter- our national commitment to education. ference from Congressmen and Sen- At the beginning of the 1992 Vice Presi- The day before leaving Richmond to come ators in Washington, DC. He talked dential debate, Ross Perot’s running mate, to Charlottesville for the Summit, I made about the competitiveness of our coun- Admiral Stockdale, opened the debate by the following observation at a press con- looking into the camera and saying, ‘‘Who ference: ‘‘While it seems unlikely to me that try and the world, and how we are driv- am I and why am I here?’’ en to realize that better schools meant fundamental solutions to the problems of Today, I am here because 15 years ago I, education will emerge out of a meeting that better jobs and that most of our stand- along with the rest of the nation’s governors, will last little more than 24 hours, the Sum- ard of living depends upon the re- met with the first President Bush and his mit could well be the start of a significant search, the inventions, and technology cabinet for an unprecedented Education national effort.’’ that we have at our great system of Summit here at the University of Virginia. Fifteen years later, I believe the Summit colleges and universities in the world. I am a strong believer in the importance of was not only the start of a significant na- And, he talked about where we had context; in the notion that to truly under- tional effort, but in many ways was a sem- stand an event or a series of events, one inal event; nationalizing the importance of come in the last 15 years. must understand the times in which those I ask unanimous consent to print in educational policy, sharpening the focus on events occurred. And that is my role here results, and making executive political lead- the RECORD, following my remarks, the today. ership more important. full remarks of the Honorable Gerald The agenda is filled with Education Secre- To understand why, and to understand the L. Baliles, the former Governor of Vir- taries, educators and others who have played context in which the Summit was held, I ginia, which he made at the Miller Cen- a critical role in how the results of the Sum- want to focus on three factors in particular: ter of Public Affairs and the Curry mit were implemented. They have been on First, I want to focus on the political con- School of Education in Charlottesville the front lines of education in the fifteen text of the time. Much of the media and pub- years since the Summit, while I retired from lic reaction to the Summit centered around on November 4, 2004. public office just three and-a-half months political questions—especially in the days The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without after the Summit’s conclusion. I look for- leading up to the Summit. How much of the objection, it is so ordered. ward to their assessments of the progress Summit was designed to cater to the Presi- (See exhibit 1.) made and the challenges that confront us. dent’s political needs? How did Congress Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, I 1 believe that former New Hampshire Gov- view the Summit? What did the Governors think it is worthwhile, in addition to ernor and White House Chief of Staff John expect? What tensions existed between the this, to give a little credit to former Sununu and I are the only ones here who ac- different levels of government? Those ques- President George H.W. Bush. I still be- tually attended the Summit, and all of its tions were being posed at the time, and it is lieve that when the dust settles and meetings, as principal participants. So it is important to examine them. Second, I want to look at the substantive history books are written, President that the Miller Center has asked me to provide some context, to discuss what was going context of the time. There was consensus Bush’s leadership in education will be on at the time, why the meeting was held, across the political spectrum in 1989 that the among his most significant and lasting what battles were going on behind the United States faced a challenge, almost a contributions. scenes, and what our expectations were for crisis, of international competitiveness. His tour of duty was interrupted by the Summit. While people of various political stripes dis- the voters in 1992, so he was not able to I am delighted to be here today to share agreed sharply on specific remedies, it had finish the job. But his America 2000 the program with Governor Warner, Sec- become conventional wisdom that, by a vari- community effort had a variety of ini- retary Paige and so many others who have ety of international measures, including edu- tiatives which set the agenda for Amer- advanced the cause of education in our coun- cational achievement, the United States was try. not as competitive as most of its trading ican education in the 1990s. They in- I just mentioned John Sununu. 1 served as partners and competitors in the global econ- cluded a new set of national standards Vice Chair of the National Governors Asso- omy, and was falling further behind. This in core curriculum subjects, including ciation under John and then succeeded him may be difficult to comprehend today, but science, history, English, geography, as Chairman. Not long after that, John the fact is that the competitiveness issue

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:33 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.026 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11451 permeated most political debates of that ‘‘Summit’’ sometime that fall to discuss edu- ing of a variety of programs, and the cre- time, and much of the educational reform ef- cation. It would be only the third time a ation of several new Federal programs as fort in the Nation was fueled by competitive- President would meet in a specially-called, well. ness concerns. Summit-type, meeting with Governors, and Many of the Democratic Governors be- Finally, I want to look at the debate over the first time that the subject would be edu- lieved this approach to be misguided, that if the Federal role in education. In 1989, the cation. The exact time and place had not the Governors’ conversation with the Presi- very idea of a Federal role in education was then been determined, nor had the Univer- dent on education simply mirrored Washing- still an open question. Today, we largely sity of Virginia been selected as the site of ton’s fights over formulas and funding, then argue over what form the Federal role should the Summit. the public would view the meeting skep- take and how much it will cost. Very few Naturally, there were pundits who believed tically, and we would lose an important op- will question the Federal role. We do not that the meeting would be nothing more portunity to articulate a national commit- challenge the need for national standards or than a photo opportunity; a chance for the ment to education. a national approach to educational policy. President to quiet criticism of himself for Arkansas Governor Bill Clinton was the Back then, things were quite different, and not spending as much time on education as Lead Democratic Governor for Education, the Summit played a major role—perhaps some people wanted. It was summertime, and he and I worked together to convince THE major role—in settling the basic ques- Congress was out of session, and after the our Democratic gubernatorial colleagues of tion of whether there should be a Federal National Governors’ Association meeting this point of view. It was a difficult chal- role in education. there was little hard news for the press to lenge and the outcome was uncertain. At- I want to focus on those three factors of focus on, at least in the domestic arena. So, tempts were made by some to convince indi- politics, competitiveness and the Federal people were free to speculate about the vidual Democratic Governors, and their educational role because they really laid the President’s motives for holding the Summit, staffs, that the Summit was a clever trap de- foundation for much of what has followed, and about the agenda for the meeting. vised by the administration to ensure that both at the State and Federal levels. And, About two weeks after the President had no new resources would go into education. yes, that includes Virginia’s ‘‘Standards of proposed the meeting, the White House an- In the end, we convinced most of the Learning’’ and the Federal ‘‘No Child Left nounced that the Summit would be held here Democratic Governors that the best way for- Behind’’ legislation. at the University of Virginia, and that it ward was an approach that focused on a set would be held at the end of September, about of challenging goals and standards; stringent POLITICS a month later. The fact that we now had a enough that the goals could not be reached Let’s begin with the political dimension. specific set of dates, and a location, only without a major financial commitment at all It is well known that during the 1988 cam- raised the intensity of the debate, as well as levels of government. paign, the then-Vice President Bush had pro- the political temperature. We believed that if we just asked for more claimed that he’d like to be known as the To begin with, Congress was unhappy money, we would lose the public debate; that ‘‘Education President.’’ There was a belief, I about being excluded from the discussion. Up people would not support money divorced think, that this would not only allow him to until 1989, Federal education policy was pri- from results; that both needed to go hand-in- compete for voters the Democratic nominee marily a congressional concern. Presidents hand. was taking for granted, but that it would might express opinions but otherwise were We believed, in short, that the best way to also allow the Vice President to set himself reduced mostly to signing bills passed by obtain additional resources for education apart from President Reagan whose rhetoric Congress. Here was a President who had pro- was to set goals that could not be achieved and budgets, especially in the early years, posed to alter that balance, who made it without those new resources. demonstrated opposition to Federal involve- clear that the Summit was limited to him- So, if one is looking for a reason why the ment in education. self and the 50 State Governors and the Gov- major result of the Summit was a commit- If that was President Bush’s strategy, it ernors of the territories. ment to develop national goals, this is a worked. His opponent in 1988, Massachusetts Congressional leaders, particularly the good place to start. Governor Michael Dukakis, took the edu- chairmen of the education committees, were In the meantime, the Republicans were cation issue somewhat for granted and the outraged—and not just at the President. Re- having their own discussions. Most of them Vice President was able to use it to his ad- lations between Congress and the Governors also revolved around funding, with the advantage. For those who feared a replay of were a little frayed at the time, particularly ministration being wary of calls simply to Reagan-era proposals to eliminate the De- between Democratic Governors and Demo- provide more Federal money. Congressional partment of Education, the new President’s cratic members of Congress. Republicans largely agreed with the new ad- words assuaged their worries. At that Chicago NGA meeting that I ministration in opposing more money, with When President Bush talked of a ‘‘kinder, chaired, 49 of the 50 Governors signed a let- some even wanting to make cuts in edu- gentler’’ administration, many believed that ter to congressional leaders asking for a cation spending. Republican Governors want- he was talking about education. Yet, when moratorium on new Medicaid mandates. ed to be supportive of their President in President Bush went on to observe, in his in- Continued expansion of Medicaid was exact- holding the line against demands for major augural address, that the U.S. Government ing a major toll on State budgets around the new cash infusions, but they also realized had ‘‘more will than wallet’’ in the face of country, and the Governors were asking for a that more resources were required. Some of mounting needs AND mounting deficits, brief moratorium on new mandates in order the most conservative Republicans were con- many worried that he would walk away from to find ways to fully fund what was already cerned that the Summit would all but en- his commitment to education. in the pipeline. shrine a Federal role in education that they Indeed, the first several months of the Congressional leaders were incensed. Con- opposed. Bush administration saw little or no action gressman Henry Waxman, who chaired the In the end, Republican Governors came to in the education area. This was understand- subcommittee in charge of Medicaid, wrote a very similar conclusion as their Demo- able. A new administration was getting orga- to all Democratic Governors accusing them cratic counterparts—that national goals nized, momentous things were beginning to of a variety of sins for their position in sup- would be the best way forward. My impres- happen in Eastern Europe and the Soviet port of a moratorium on new Medicaid man- sion was that they were under much less Union, and pro democracy demonstrators dates. Things were especially tense between pressure from their congressional counter- spent the spring of that year camped out in the gubernatorial wing of the Democratic parts than the Democratic Governors were Tianamen Square in Beijing. party and the congressional wing (in those from congressional Democrats; the pressure In addition, hostages were being taken in days, Democrats controlled both houses of Republican Governors faced came more from the Middle East. The budget deficit was in- Congress). an administration not wanting to be pres- creasing rapidly. There were many serious So, there was the fear that congressional sured into major new infusions of Federal international priorities. That nothing was prerogatives were being stripped away and money. But Governors of both parties ulti- happening on education should not have been anger at Governors, particularly Democratic mately came to similar conclusions prior to a surprise, though the fact did give rise to Governors, for being complicit in upsetting the Summit. some grumbling and increased pressure on this balance. In today’s partisan political climate, this the Bush Administration to do something. Congressional leaders found an ally in the bipartisan consensus seems almost impos- When President Bush came to Chicago in then-Governor of New York, Mario Cuomo. sible to believe. There were many reasons for August, 1989 to address the annual meeting Governor Cuomo, who was also the only Gov- this bipartisan convergence in thinking. of the National Governors Association, there ernor not to sign the Medicaid mandate let- Perhaps it is because Governors have al- was much to talk about—in fact, the major ter, began working with Senator Kennedy, ways been—or at least were then—better story in the news the day he visited con- Chairman of the Senate Human Resources able to work across Party lines than mem- cerned the death of a U.S. hostage taken in Committee, and Congressman Hawkins, his bers of Congress. the Middle East. House counterpart. They wanted Congres- Perhaps it is because Governor Clinton and Indeed, the President broke the news of the sional leaders to participate in the Summit South Carolina Governor Carroll Campbell, hostage’s death to the public at the begin- since Congress would have to fund any Fed- who was the Lead Republican Governor for ning of his speech to the Governors. But dur- eral initiatives, and they were also urging Education, got along so well or because Iowa ing the course of his remarks, he announced Democratic Governors to go to the Summit Governor Terry Brandstad and Washington that he would meet with the Governors in a with an agenda demanding full Federal fund- Governor Booth Gardner, the new Chairman

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:33 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.001 S18PT1 S11452 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 and Vice Chairman respectively, of the Na- that inspired the Education Summit—were At the 1989 Education Summit’s opening tional Governors Association got along so as much external as they were internal. And press conference, I noted that: ‘‘We increas- well, or because we all got along with John they were viewed as quite real, even threat- ingly cannot compete with overseas na- Sununu, who as White House Chief of Staff ening. tions.... The problem is that successful played a major role in Summit preparations. The case for viewing education in this state and local programs are not enough; we Who knows? light was first made with the 1983 publica- need national educational excellence, and a The fact is, however, that the political tion of ‘‘A Nation at Risk.’’ That report com- national commitment to obtain it.’’ needs and desires of both Democratic and Re- pletely transformed the education reform So, the competitiveness issue permeated publican Governors happened to coincide in issue; it began to nationalize the issue, and the political landscape, it impacted every- an important way at that time, and the Gov- it placed education firmly in the middle of thing else. There was consensus across the ernors went in to the Summit pretty much the competitiveness debate. land that we had a ‘‘competitiveness prob- united over the need for fairly aggressive na- Listen to the language in the opening para- lem’’ And education was a part of that prob- tional goals. It was, to resurrect a phrase, a graphs of that report: ‘‘[America’s] once un- lem—and solution. time of harmonic convergence. challenged preeminence in commerce, indus- What did this mean? And what about the White House? As I try, science, and technological innovation is It meant that education could no longer be mentioned earlier, the main political worry being overtaken by competitors throughout strictly a local or state issue. For if we had from the White House was that the Summit the world. . . . [T]he educational foundations a national problem of competitiveness, then would lead to intense pressure for a major of our society are presently being eroded by we needed national solutions. We could not infusion of new Federal dollars. I remember, a rising tide of mediocrity that threatens leave it to chance that every State and local- very specifically, that this was the one non- our very future as a Nation and as a people. ity would properly educate their young peo- negotiable demand from the White House— . . . We have, in effect, been committing an ple; after all, our competitors had not. We the Summit would not be allowed to focus act of unthinking, unilateral educational needed a national conversation about edu- solely on discussions of new Federal money. disarmament.’’ cation, we needed national results. We need- Some on the White House staff wanted lit- Tough stuff. Of course, the intent of the ed—voila—national goals, just like our com- tle more than a statement saying that the words was to jolt the public, the press and petitors had. That’s why the Joint State- President and Governors shared a common our political institutions out of their comment issued by the President and Governors commitment to education. Others believed placency and remove the inertia of the sta- at the conclusion of the Summit began with that such a result would be seen as inad- tus quo. The fact that the report came from these words: ‘‘The President and the nation’s equate and would merely confirm the sus- a panel created by President Reagan’s Sec- Governors agree that a better educated citi- picion many had that the entire Summit was retary of Education, Terrell Bell, made the zenry is the key to the continued growth and pure politics. words all the more powerful. prosperity of the United States.... Edu- Well, if the intent was to jolt, it worked. I want to state, by the way, that my belief cation has always been important, but never Within just one year of the report’s release, has always been that President Bush was sin- this important because the stakes have 41 States had toughened high school gradua- cere in his desire to chart a new way forward changed: Our competitors for opportunity tion requirements in line with the report’s in education. This view was confirmed by are also working to educate their people. As recommendations. Thirty-five States had what I observed at the Summit and by con- they continue to improve, they make the fu- raised teacher certification standards, twen- versations I had with the President in the ture a moving target.’’ ty States had increased instructional time months and years after the Summit—includ- And in the introduction to the National and nineteen had improved school discipline ing a visit to Camp David a couple of years Education Goals agreed to five months later policies. later. In this, he had the effective assistance by the President and the Governors, you will In 1986, the National Governors’ Associa- of John Sununu and, later, Lamar Alex- find these words: ‘‘America’s educational tion released ‘‘A Time for Results.’’ This re- ander. But there were some in the adminis- performance must be second to none in the port proposed a series of actions to be com- tration in September, 1989, who advocated a 21st century. Education is central to our pleted by 1991—to strengthen teaching, in- minimalist approach, to say the least. quality of life. It is at the heart of our eco- crease the use of technology and raise the But others at the White House, echoing the nomic strength and security, our creativity level of local educational standards. This re- President, believed that we had the oppor- in the arts and letters, our invention in the port was to be updated each year in a series tunity to achieve more than a ‘‘Mom and sciences, and the perpetuation of our cul- called ‘‘Results in Education.’’ Apple Pie’’ joint statement on the value of Also in 1986, the Southern Governors Asso- tural values. Education is the key to Amer- education. They were no more interested in ciation Advisory Council on International ica’s international competitiveness.’’ committing the administration to major new Education released a report calling for im- The need to fit education into a national Federal spending than the minimalists, but provements in the teaching of languages, ge- competitiveness strategy, combined with the they did believe that we had a golden oppor- ography and other international subjects. political conclusions arrived at by Governors tunity to focus the country’s attention on The report stated: ‘‘By every measure, Amer- of both parties and the White House, forced the need for a shared national goal of edu- icans are not prepared to compete and to a focus on national goals as the way forward. cation excellence. participate in the international market- FEDERAL ROLE Thus was the consensus born that the place.’’ The report continued: ‘‘We, as a na- Finally, let me focus on my third point: Summit would attempt to articulate a set of tion, as constantly surprised by world polit- the concern in 1989 over Federal involvement national educational goals, or at least begin ical and economic events. They occur in in education. a process in which such goals could be devel- places we never heard of, for reasons we do If the political mood and economic impera- oped. not understand.’’ The title of the report? tive seemed to be converging on the idea of So, yes, politics was critically important national education goals, there was still an to how the Summit unfolded and concluded. CORNERSTONE OF COMPETITION unease many people felt about Federal in- But as my UVA friend Larry Sabato likes to In 1987, the National Governors Associa- volvement in education. This had been the say, ‘‘politics is a good thing.’’ And in this tion launched a year-long initiative called subject of considerable debate a decade ear- case, politics led to a shared approach and a ‘‘Jobs, Growth and Competition’’ which fo- lier when the U.S. Department of Education constructive outcome for educational re- cused on a variety of issues, including edu- was created during the Carter Administra- form. cation, that were deemed important to improving our international competitiveness. tion. It was the topic of campaign rhetoric COMPETIVENESS In 1989, the National Governors’ Association on the campaign trail in 1980, and it was cer- Let me turn now to my second point, the launched an initiative during my chairman- tainly argued in the halls of Congress on an substantive international policy concerns of ship called ‘‘America in Transition, the annual basis in the early to mid–1980’s when late 1989. International Frontier.’’ The final report President Reagan proposed eliminating the It is hard to remember now, with most of was entitled ‘‘A Competitive Nation.’’ A se- department in his proposed budgets. Europe and Japan stuck in a decade-long ries of earlier reports had focused on a vari- Among those most uncomfortable with the economic funk, but in the late 1980’s the ety of issues, including education. idea of an Education Summit were those who major issue hanging over the education de- But, this competitiveness concern wasn’t were ideologically opposed to the very idea bate—permeating debates over everything in just for Governors. Congress and the Presi- of Federal involvement in education. Many fact—was competitiveness. At the time, the dent got in on the act as well. writers, including William Safire, warned ex- best way to get attention for one’s issue was Congress created the Competitiveness Pol- plicitly that the Bush Administration was to link it to the effort to make the American icy Council and charged it with reporting setting the stage for a large expansion of the economy more competitive on a global basis. yearly on a series of actions that the nation Federal role in education and for national- The book shelves were filled with tomes could take to enhance its competitiveness in izing the issue. written by academics, journalists, politi- transportation, technology, trade, fiscal pol- They were right. cians, sports coaches and others about com- icy and education. In fact, I would argue that the major petitiveness. The White House created a Competitive- achievement of the 1989 Education Summit Education was a major issue affected by ness Council, chaired by the Vice President. was to settle, once and for all, the argument the competitiveness debate. The changes So, this topic was a concern at every level of over a Federal role in education; whether that so challenged the Nation—the changes government. education would be a national issue. The

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:33 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.002 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11453 President and the Governors, by agreeing to tional history, educational reform has been a ever to grace this body, TOM DASCHLE the need for national education goals and vital and characteristic part of the American of South Dakota. agreeing on a strategy for developing those impulse. We have always believed that we Unsurprisingly, I am sure I have goals, had agreed upon a framework. There can, by the force of our own imagination and known TOM longer than anyone here. I WOULD be a Federal role; education WOULD determination, improve tomorrow by im- vividly remember his first campaign be a national issue, addressed with national proving ourselves and our children. solutions. But, never has it been more important that for Congress in 1978, the same year I It meant that educational decisions would our traditional convictions give rise to delib- ran for the South Dakota House of no longer be settled solely at the local level. erate action. Representatives for the first time. We It meant that legislative deliberations at the If ignorance is the enemy of democracy, in were two young candidates, almost the State and Federal levels would become rel- an international economy, ignorance could same age, recent graduates, the same atively less important, and executive deci- well be an invitation to national decline. In year, of South Dakota colleges. While sion and vision relatively more important. 1989, it was clear and apparent that the time we were running for very different of- That’s what happens when results are re- had arrived for us to put ourselves on the fices, I felt an immediate bond with quired; when speeches, money and programs spot, That was the message I heard in Char- him at that time. are just not enough. lottesville, TOM’s first race for Congress was in This all seems like conventional wisdom Accountability and the measurement of today, but we can easily forget it was not al- student performance, we declared, must be many ways predictive of the career ways so. The 1989 Summit had a real impact, an integral part of our educational process. that would follow. He was then, and far beyond the imagining of those of us privi- Indeed, Charlottesville portended a signifi- still is, the hardest working, most fo- leged enough to have participated. It fun- cant shift in our approach to education: cused person I have ever met in any damentally changed the balance of political From here on, we said that we are going to sphere of my life. That year he power on education issues, and it national- be increasingly measured by more than the knocked on more than 40,000 doors, per- ized education policy in a way few would resources we invest. Instead, we declared sonally asking South Dakotans for have conceived just a few years earlier. that we are going to be questioned and exam- their vote. I can tell you, knocking on CONCLUSION ined on the progress our students achieve— 40,000 doors in the middle of a South or fail to achieve. When the President called for a Summit Dakota winter is a real challenge. with the Nation’s Governors to discuss edu- Frankly, I think that is how it should be— TOM looked so young he was once cation, many observers may not have known for there is too much at stake for it to be what to expect. I don’t recall any of the Gov- otherwise. mistaken as the paperboy at one of ernors believing beforehand that, while we In 1989, the President and the governors those doors—a woman asked how much agreed on the need for national goals, we joined efforts to ensure that America be- money she owed him. I have a photo I would settle the argument over Federal incomes a Nation resolved to using education cherish to this day of TOM and me to- volvement in education, or that we would as the best means for shaping the future. The gether during that first campaign, both shift the Federal focus on education from reason we are here today is to assess our na- of us looking like we were 14 years old. one end of Pennsylvania Avenue to the tional performance since 1989. Where are the It makes you wonder how anyone voted other. benchmarks of progress? Where are the for either of us at that time. guideposts for confronting the challenges? I do recall a great deal of skepticism and I remember watching the election re- criticism from outside observers, especially Our speakers and panelists today are here Congress and the press. But I do not recall to help us make those assessments. I share turns coming in for TOM’s campaign anything but the most constructive attitude your interest in their opinions of how far we that evening and it didn’t look very being expressed by any of the principal par- have come, and I am confident that they will good, frankly. In fact, when I went to ticipants. And, by the way, this was a meet- focus our attention on the significant chal- bed that night I was almost certain he ing of principals, very few staff aides were lenges at hand. had lost. It was only when I woke up permitted much of a role at all. Today, as in 1989, we recognize that we that I found TOM was only behind by 50 It is worth noting, by the way, that the have a lot of work to do, and we should al- votes with a recount certain, and as it participants—despite all of the good will and ways keep in perspective that all of our edu- turned out, he was certified the winner convergence of thinking on the value of set- cational goals, commitments and resources ting national goals—did not settle on spe- come down to two fundamental points: officially by 14 votes out of 130,000 cific goals at the Summit. We agreed on the First, education’s role as a transmitter of votes cast. Who would have dreamed need for goals, and, in general, what those civilization’s knowledge and values must not that such a close victory in South Da- goals should address. The actual goals them- be diminished. It is part of the glue that kota would have been the beginning of selves, however, were not developed until binds together the fabric of our society. such a distinguished career? several months later. Second, education is, also, increasingly, In the intervening years, I watched But, for the first time, the President and the engine that drives the American econ- with admiration while TOM’s career ad- Governors were discussing on a national omy—our economic future depends upon our vanced in the House of Representa- level a series of important questions. Many ability to compete, but our ability to com- tives. He was a natural leader, and I do of these had long been discussed and debated pete depends upon our ability to educate. It in the States, and particularly in the South- is just that simple. not believe that many who knew him ern Regional Education Board states. These Thank you. I look forward to the rest of were surprised, in 1986, when he decided questions included, among others: the Conference. to run for the Senate, taking on the Intervention: Could we do a better job of Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. President, I same man who, 6 years previously, de- preparing children for first grade? suggest the absence of a quorum. feated Senator George McGovern, an Dropout rates: Could we slow the tide? institution in our State. Adult literacy: Could we put a dent in it, The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. It was far from an easy race, but TOM even eliminate it? CHAMBLISS). The clerk will call the prevailed in the end, and his leaving Teacher quality: Could we motivate and in- roll. his House seat opened it for my elec- spire it? The assistant legislative clerk pro- Decentralized management: Could it tion that year as well. It was the cul- ceeded to call the roll. produce better results? mination of those two elections which And, parental choice: Could this be a work- Mr. JOHNSON. Mr. President, I ask led to an extremely close working rela- able technique or just the latest fad? unanimous consent that the order for tionship but also to a very close friend- In the end, it was a focus on such questions the quorum call be rescinded and I be that formed the basis of the goals and the ship. recognized to speak in morning busi- I have spent the last 18 years work- national education policy that we know ness. today. ing side by side with TOM DASCHLE. I I believe the Education Summit was, to The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without cannot imagine a better partner with paraphrase Winston Churchill, the ‘‘begin- objection, it is so ordered. whom to work. He is, as I mentioned ning of a new beginning’’ in education pol- f earlier, the hardest working person I icy. I believe the way we think, as a Nation, have ever known. He is also the most about the goals and objectives of education TRIBUTES TO RETIRING SENATORS patient person I have ever known, as began to change in September, 1989. well as unfailingly generous—qualities Unsurprisingly, we did not find all the an- TOM DASCHLE swers at the Summit. But we were asking that served him very well as Senate the right questions—and for the first time, Mr. JOHNSON. Mr. President, it is Democratic leader, an extremely de- we were asking them as a Nation. with great sadness that I rise to bid of- manding job. In one sense, this should not have been all ficial farewell to one of my best friends There have been fewer than 2,000 Sen- that surprising, because throughout our na- and to one of the greatest Senators ators who have served our Nation in

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:24 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.003 S18PT1 S11454 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 this body, but there never has been one they would like to get rid of something of beef approved for processing was in- who cared as much or worked as hard called country-of-origin labeling for fected with bacterial blood infection. for his home State as TOM DASCHLE. I meats and vegetables. This is a law The problem is not limited to the can list his many and varied accom- that has been previously enacted by Mexican plants. This is one plant in plishments but I would be here for the Congress saying that consumers Mexico. Incidentally, this plant was hours and that would not serve the pur- have a right to know where their meat shut down, then reopened under an- pose of this farewell. It was the Greek and vegetables come from. So a Mem- other name, and to my knowledge has philosopher Plato who said, ‘‘The ber of the House and the Speaker of the never again been inspected. measure of a man is what he does with House and the majority leader of the Mr. President, by unanimous consent power.’’ And it is that test that so House have indicated they would like let me ask to show this piece of beef clearly shows the character and the hu- to find a way, in these waning days, from a supermarket. manity and the values of TOM DASCHLE. perhaps in the Omnibus appropriations The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without objection, it is so ordered. TOM never used the power that he had bill, to repeal the requirement to es- Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, no one attained for self-aggrandizement. He tablish country-of-origin labeling for knows where this comes from. No used it to build a better South Dakota, meat and vegetables. Member of the Senate will know where and a stronger America. Country-of-origin labeling is now the this originated. Did this come from the He has always realized that our coun- law of the land. The Secretary of Agri- Mexican plant I just described? Does it try works best when people have an op- culture has been dragging her feet for come from a French plant that was portunity to live up to their own po- some long while in implementing it. also inspected and contaminated? Does tential, when our children are not While she was dragging her feet, the this come from one of those plants, or shackled by poverty and lack of edu- Congress decided to extend the time for does it come from a domestic source in cation, when our people who need a implementation, so that time was ex- this country in which inspection, we helping hand are given one, and when tended over the objection of many of know, is rigorous? Does it come from a our older Americans are able to live us. My colleagues, Senator DASCHLE, domestic source where we have farmers out the balance of their lives with dig- Senator JOHNSON, and many others and ranchers who produce the best sup- nity. The truth is, if it weren’t for TOM here in the Chamber objected to that. ply of meat available in the world? DASCHLE and his untiring work, there But, nonetheless, it was done last year Where does this piece of beef originate? are children who would not be educated in one of these omnibus bills. No one knows. Consumers deserve to and families who would not be housed If those who are making decisions know. They have a right to know. and vulnerable people who would be about what to put in omnibus bills The country-of-origin labeling re- uncared for. these days decide they want to repeal quirement passed by the Congress will TOM DASCHLE’s priorities and values the country-of-origin labeling law in an give them the opportunity to know, have been the priorities and values of omnibus bill this year, they will do a but some of our colleagues around his strong family and his devout faith. great disservice to American con- here, hailing the call of the big packing It was Jesus Christ who said: sumers. They will pull the rug out from plants and others, decide now they under farmers and ranchers in our Inasmuch as ye have done unto one of the want to try to repeal that. Maybe, just least of these, my brethren, ye have done it country. Why? Because the fact is, we once, this place can stand up on the unto Me. produce the highest quality food in the side of farmers and ranchers and con- world. And no matter what level of accom- sumers, just once, and ignore the call Consumers want to know where their plishment and power TOM DASCHLE at- of the bigger economic interests who food comes from. Almost any consumer tained, he never forgot the ‘‘least of say: Let’s not do this. We clearly in this country can take a look at his the people’’ who Christ referenced. should do this. While we will no longer have TOM or her T-shirt or their shoes, and on Labeling is important. Labeling em- DASCHLE to lead us in this body, we are the label it will say: Made in the U.S.A. powers consumers. Labeling protects both instructed and warmed by the ex- Made in China. You will find out ex- American producers who are producing ample he gave us during his 26 years in actly where it was made. We know the best quality food at the lowest dis- his congressional career. He and his where shirts come from, and we know posable income of any country in the wife Linda have made an extraordinary where shoes come from because it is all world. So my message to those who are team and will always be among the labeled. But meat is not labeled. The now sauntering around the Chambers closest of friends to my wife Barbara law requires it to be, but it is not at watching this Omnibus appropriations and me. I will never serve with a man this point. So the question is, Will this bill be put together is this: It would be I admire more than TOM DASCHLE, and law remain, and will it, in fact, be im- a very foolish mistake to believe that it is with very great sadness that I say plemented, or will it not? the Omnibus appropriations bill goodbye to his presence in this body. We had a U.S. Department of Agri- should, without any debate, carry a But more than anyone I have ever culture report about the condition of provision that would repeal something served with, or ever will serve with, he meat that has been imported into this Congress has already done that will has given glory and meaning to the country. And I would like to just show give people the right to understand term ‘‘United States Senator.’’ a couple of comments from that report. where their meat and vegetables come I yield the floor. I suggest the ab- The report was talking about condi- from, where the origination point is for sence of a quorum. tions inside a meatpacking plant in the vegetables and the meat that is The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Hermosillo, Mexico. That plant in Mex- being consumed by the American peo- clerk will call the roll. ico supplied raw beef to the American ple. The legislative clerk proceeded to consumers. It had never been inspected If, in fact, the majority party decides call the roll. and was finally inspected once. Here is to do this—as I indicated, one Member Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I ask what they found. They found: of the U.S. House especially is pro- unanimous consent that the order for ‘‘Shanks and briskets were contaminated posing it. It has been, it is reported, the quorum call be rescinded. with feces.’’ supported by the Speaker of the House The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. AL- A U.S. Department of Agriculture of- and the majority leader of the House. If EXANDER). Without objection, it is so ficial wrote of his tour of the plant: they move in this direction, it will be ordered. ‘‘In the refrigerator a disease-condemned a very serious mistake, in my judg- f carcass was observed ready for boning and ment. distribution in commerce . . . Paint and con- f COUNTRY-OF-ORIGIN LABELING densation from dirty surfaces were dripping FOR MEATS AND VEGETABLES on the meat.’’ INTERNATIONAL TRADE DEFICITS Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, in re- The official found that workers were Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I would cent days there have been news reports literally walking on the beef that was like to, on another subject, speak for about our colleagues on the other side going to be approved for export to the just a moment about the area of inter- of the Capitol Building deciding that United States. They found that a side national trade.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:33 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.028 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11455 Yesterday, the Senate approved an get it in. So, therefore, the workers are of paying taxes in the United States. increase in the debt ceiling by $800 bil- concerned that the company is now Therefore, they do business through a lion. That is the fiscal policy debt, that going to begin processing operations in mailbox in a tax haven country. They is the amount of money that is spent China. Why? Because China insists on can set up a business in the Grand Cay- over that which is collected in reve- it. man Islands or the Bahamas. In some nues. That means our kids and Well, look, that violates the World extreme cases, they have even decided grandkids assume this responsibility. Trade Organization. they want to renounce their American It is Federal debt. That does not come as a shock, of citizenship to avoid paying their tax The budget deficit is the highest in course. There is a systematic violation obligation to the United States, in history. This is a completely, thor- all the time, by these countries that what is known as an inversion. oughly irresponsible fiscal policy. decide they want to ship all of their In addition to that, we now have There is no question about it. Oh, I products to the United States, but they company after company—and all you know people say we have had economic want to keep their markets closed to have to do is open up the Wall Street slowdowns or recessions or wars or ter- us. That means our good jobs are leav- Journal every day to see it—doing rorism and this and that and the other ing, not coming. something called outsourcing. That thing. There are a lot of reasons for it, one means taking American jobs and mov- Look, we have had that for a century. of which is we have had incompetent ing them somewhere else in the world, But we have never had the size of the trade negotiators under Republican where it is cheaper. Instead of doing deficits we have now had in times like and Democratic administrations, com- business in America, paying American this. As far as I know, we have never pletely incompetent. They think their workers $10, $15 an hour, they can per- before decided to fight a war with bor- job is to negotiate agreements, the haps do it in Sri Lanka, Bangladesh, rowed money and ask generations that more the better, and they don’t care Indonesia, or China. I have described at come after us to pay for it. what’s in them. If they don’t get an length on the floor of the Senate the But I want to talk about another agreement, they think they fail. So fact that Huffy Bicycles decided to do debt that is growing, and it is larger they negotiate an agreement, and give that, and the little red wagons, Radio than the fiscal policy indebtedness that away the store. Flyer wagons—that firm was in Amer- we have. And that is the foreign debt, We just negotiated a bilateral trade ica for 100 years. They decided to move production elsewhere. Why? Because which arises from trade deficits. This agreement with China. Do you know they can pay sub-minimum wages. chart goes back to 1998. I could go fur- what our negotiators agreed to? On Huffy Bicycles used to pay $11 an hour ther. It shows that we have the largest automobile trade, they agreed to this: to American workers. They got fired trade deficits in history, by far. Last After a phase-in, China can impose a because they were too expensive. You month, it was $54.1 billion, the third 25-percent tariff on U.S. automobiles can make them for 30 cents an hour in highest in history. You can see where sold in China, and we will impose a 2.5- China, and you can work those people 7 it is going. It is growing and growing percent tariff on any Chinese vehicles days a week and 12 hours a day. and growing. sold in the United States. Let me say So we have what is called Last month alone, the trade deficit that again. Our negotiators agreed outsourcing. American companies are with China—just one country—was $15 with China that we would allow them outsourcing jobs. That is a fancy term billion. Now, nobody talks about this. to impose a tariff 10 times higher than that describes the firing of American Nobody seems to give a rip. Some peo- the tariff we would impose on them in workers, in most cases, and employing ple apparently think this will have no reciprocal automobile trade. overseas workers to do the same job at Now, what on earth would possess ne- consequence for this country or its a fraction of the price. long-term prognosis. But they are gotiations to result in that, with a What’s even more nuts is that our wrong. This trade deficit is dangerous country with whom we have a very tax code provides incentives for and will be debilitating to the coun- large trade deficit? outsourcing. That’s right, when a com- try’s economy unless we do something We know China is ramping up an pany wants to outsource, when a com- about it. automobile industry and an export pany wants to shut down their plant in Month after month after month we automobile industry, and we now have South Carolina or in Ohio, and do that see these reports. And on this chart, a trade agreement with them where production in China, we say to that this red ink has everything to do with our negotiators said it is all right to company: We have a treat for you. Get jobs, which define the quality of life in have an imbalance that is tenfold in re- rid of your American workers, shut this country. There is no social pro- ciprocal automobile trade. down the plant, move the whole thing gram in this country that is as impor- What does that mean? To strip all to China and you can get a special tax tant as a good job that pays well, that the varnish from it, it means it is all break. gives someone an opportunity to go to right with our negotiators for Amer- I happen to think that is absolutely work, have some security, have bene- ican jobs to be obliterated and Chinese nuts. What kind of a country provides fits, and take care of their family and jobs created on automobile trade. That a tax incentive for its companies to get have a good life. The expansion of jobs might be all right with some unnamed rid of American workers and employ and opportunity in this country will trade negotiator, but it is not all right foreign workers? What kind of a coun- determine what kind of a country we with me. Whoever negotiated that was try’s tax system does that? This coun- have, what kind of opportunity exists fundamentally incompetent. try’s tax system does it. Yes, we voted for our kids and our grandkids. And We have some companies these days on that. I offered an amendment to jobs are leaving the country. that are not American companies. Oh, close that insidious loophole, that per- Yesterday, I had a call from some they are American in terms of charter. version in the Tax Code. Guess what. I American workers. I will not describe They get a charter, a corporate char- lost in the Senate. the company. They are workers for a ter, that allows them to become an ar- Here’s something else. In a recent company that produces a great prod- tificial person, be able to sue and be bill, the Senate Finance Committee, in uct. They want to sell that product in sued, and to contract and be contracted conference, decided that U.S. compa- China. with. They have all the rights of peo- nies who have foreign controlled sub- Now China has a $15 billion monthly ple, except they don’t die. They can go sidiaries and have not repatriated their surplus with us this past month. They broke, but they will never die. These overseas earnings to the United States ship us their shirts, their shoes, their artificial people are responsible only to will be able to repatriate that income trousers, their trinkets. They ship it their shareholders. at a tax rate of only 5.25 percent. Well, all to us, and we buy it. But can we get These companies have decided they I have a lot of constituents who would our products into China? would like to have all the benefits of love to have that tax rate. Wouldn’t These workers say they’ve been told doing business in the United States as that be a wonderful thing? If it is good that to have their product be sold in American companies, and all the pro- enough for the biggest companies, China, it has to have a 40- to 50-percent tection that exists from that, except which outsourced jobs, it ought to be Chinese content, otherwise you cannot they don’t want to have the obligation good enough for all Americans.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:33 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.031 S18PT1 S11456 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 Ma Ferguson was Governor of Texas there some basic set of standards, or is American jobs going overseas. Let’s once and was involved in a debate this a race to the bottom to have us not reward companies that move our about the English-only language back compete with that sort of situation? jobs overseas. Stop it; stop it now. It is in the 1930s. She had a press conference I held a hearing not too long ago a baby step to decide to shut down that and held up a Bible and she said, ‘‘If with some young women from Hon- tax incentive. English was good enough for Jesus, it duras working in a sweatshop making We did not get it done this time. I is good enough for Texas.’’ It is the designer shirts, for a very prominent lost that vote. But I am relentless, and good-enough theory, I guess. The 5.25- American label. They were working I will again be on this floor the minute percent tax rate is good enough for cor- under incredibly abusive conditions. we return in January demanding once porations that moved American jobs The story is the same all over. again an opportunity to debate and to overseas. Why is a 5.25-percent tax rate People talk about this being free vote on this issue. This is about Amer- not good enough for people named trade. Look, this is simply a sea of red ican jobs. It is about hope and oppor- Johnson and Olsen? Why is 5.25 percent ink, a trade deficit that is weakening tunity in this country. It is about ex- not good enough for everybody? this country, and we have not paid any panding this great American experi- Why is it that this Congress, when it attention to the rules of trade that ment, and this issue, I assure you, will looks at these issues, won’t even take a would begin to stop this. We had better not go away. baby step in the right direction? We wake up and decide that our interest is Mr. President, I yield the floor. are hemorrhaging good jobs in this to be protective—and, yes, I use that The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- country. This is a race to the bottom. word even though it is a pejorative ator from Oklahoma. We fought for a century about impor- word these days—protective of the eco- f tant things. We fought for a century nomic interests of this country. We TRIBUTES TO RETIRING about the right of workers to organize. must do that. SENATORS It is a very important right in Amer- I spoke of Lech Walesa. Let me de- ZELL MILLER ica. It was a similar fight that lit the scribe his speech to a joint meeting of Mr. NICKLES. Mr. President, I wish the Congress, one of the most remark- fuse that caused freedom all over East- to make a couple of comments regard- able moments I recall in my service ern Europe. Lech Walesa led that fight, ing the departure of one of our col- the right to organize. People died in here. leagues, Senator ZELL MILLER. I have He told us about a Saturday morning the streets on that issue—the right to had the pleasure of working with Sen- say that we are not going to have 12- in a shipyard in Gdansk, Poland, when, ator MILLER for the last several years having been fired as an electrician in year-old kids working down in a mine, and I think the world of him. He comes that shipyard, this unemployed elec- or in a factory. Child labor laws, safe from a great line of fantastic Senators trician was leading a strike against the workplace laws—a whole range of from the great State of Georgia. issues. We fought for a century to cre- Communist government demanding When I was first elected, I served ate safe workplaces, child labor laws, rights for the labor movement in Po- with Senator Sam Nunn and Senator minimum wages, the right to organize, land. Mack Mattingly. Both were very good all of these issues, which have, in my He said they grabbed him that Satur- friends. Both were outstanding Sen- judgment, made this a better place. day morning and began to beat him. ators. Senator Paul Coverdell, a very The fact is, there are American com- The Communist secret police grabbed good, close friend of mine, served in the panies now that simply pole-vault over him and beat him severely and threw Senate for a little over a term and, un- the issues and say we don’t have to him over the barbed wire fence at the fortunately, had a very sudden illness edge of the shipyard. He laid there, worry about that, about hiring kids. and passed away. ZELL MILLER was ap- We can hire kids, we can hire 12-year- having been beaten severely, face pointed to take his place. olds, work them 12 hours a day, pay 12 down, bleeding in the dirt. He said he I remember thinking at the time that cents an hour, and we don’t have to wondered while laying there, this un- Paul Coverdell was a great loss to the worry. How do we do that? We hire employed electrician having been beat- Senate. I believe that today. He had a them overseas, hire them elsewhere. en severely, what to do next. Well, he great future in the Senate. He was ac- That means those who have to compete picked himself up, and climbed right tually elected to the Senate leadership, in this new world order have to com- back over the barbed wire fence, right which was very unusual for his first pete with countries that have decided back into the same shipyard, to con- term in the Senate. Paul Coverdell was they are going to make it illegal for tinue the fight. Ten years later this un- one of my closest friends. I really did workers to organize. You have to com- employed electrician was announced at mourn his loss. pete with 12-year-old kids who are paid the door of the U.S. House of Rep- I did not know his replacement ap- 12 cents an hour. resentatives as the President of his pointed at that time, ZELL MILLER, but If you wonder whether that is hap- country, the President of Poland. I got to know him very quickly. I grew pening, I can show you stories. There is This was not an intellectual, not a to know him, respect him, and admire one about a woman named Sadisha, scholar, not a diplomat, not a soldier, him as a patriot and as a Senator. He who is making tennis shoes for 16 cents but an unemployed electrician with un- did a fantastic job in service not only an hour. This is an hour and a half of common courage. He said this to us: to his state of Georgia but, frankly, to labor in a pair of tennis shoes that We didn’t have any guns. The Com- this country. He made a valued, posi- comes to our store shelves for $80 a munists had all the guns. We didn’t tive, and considerable impact on the pair, and Sadisha’s pay is 24 cents for have any bullets. The Communists had Senate and, frankly, on our country. I making the tennis shoes. all the bullets. We were armed only will talk about that for a second. You think that doesn’t happen? It with an idea, a powerful idea: People I remember he was a real leader in does. I can tell you stories about the ought to be free to choose their own passing the Homeland Security legisla- kids in India who were making carpets, destiny. And then he said: Ideas are tion. That was very tough legislation. who came to this country and testified more powerful than guns. It passed by a very narrow margin. We before the Congress about the condi- There was a lot of applause that day, did that in his first year in the Senate. tions in which they worked. The people and appropriately so—applause of cour- He supported efforts to enact tax re- they worked for took gunpowder and age, the progress towards freedom and form. I was chairman of the Committee lit the gunpower on the children’s fin- labor rights in Poland. But around on the Budget in 2003, and we passed a gertips to create scarring, so these lit- here, we seem to have short memories. budget, frankly, by one vote. ZELL MIL- tle kids could be employed to sew these We are trading away our hard-won LER’s vote helped make it happen. We carpets. And the carpets were sent to rights. had about 80 something amendments to our store shelves so we could buy them, The first baby step we should have the budget during consideration of the and congratulate ourselves on the low taken in this Congress we decided not budget process. ZELL MILLER was with prices. to take. I offered an amendment, and it me on every one. He cosponsored the Is there an admission price to the was defeated, to stop the perverse and budget. He was my principal cosponsor American marketplace? Is there? Are insidious tax breaks that incentivize of that budget.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:33 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.034 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11457 That budget enabled us to pass the have new jobs being created. There are people are not aware of that. Many of tax relief we did later that year, the positive signs. A lot of that happened his bills have become law. In many economic tax reform bill of 2003. That because of the courage and conviction cases, he is a quiet legislator. He is ef- bill made a lot of changes, I might add, of the Senator from Georgia. fective and he gets things done. a lot of positive changes, that would I said Paul Coverdell was my friend. He is on the Appropriations Com- not have passed had it not been for He has certainly been missed in this mittee. He has had his fingerprints on ZELL MILLER. He cosponsored that bill Senate, and that is a fact. I will also a lot of legislation. He is chairman of with me. I was honored the President say that ZELL MILLER is my very dear the Indian Affairs Committee. That asked me to sponsor it, and I was hon- friend and he will be missed in the Sen- committee considers a multitude of ored to ask ZELL MILLER if he would ate. He only served for a few years in issues. Some of us kind of moved cosponsor it with me, and he did. the Senate, but he had a great impact, around and made way for him to be- We defeated a lot of amendments de- a very positive impact, not only on come chairman of that committee. We signed to gut the legislation, and we taxpayers, and the country but to our thought it was very special to have a passed the budget. Again, we passed it body politic, the body of the country. Native American become chairman of with the Vice President breaking the As a patriot, a former marine, former the Indian Affairs Committee for the tie. It would not have passed without mayor, former State senator, former first time. ZELL MILLER’s leadership, without his Lieutenant Governor, and as a former He is unique from the standpoint sponsoring the legislation. Governor, he had enormous impact. that he rides a Harley. He has a great What did that legislation do? It made He was a speaker at the Republican love for the West. a difference on every American tax- National Convention. I told him his I think he has made a valuable, im- payer in this country. That legislation speech wasn’t so much that of a Demo- portant contribution to this body, the allowed us to have a $1,000 tax credit crat or Republican; his speech was that Senate. per child. That legislation allowed us of a patriot who was speaking out He has represented his State of Colo- to expand and provide marriage pen- strong because he believed strongly in rado very well. Colorado has had some alty relief. For a couple making $58,000, this country. You could see it. You great Senators. Bill Armstrong was one marriage penalty relief boiled down to could sense it. You could believe it. of my favorite Senators and one of my about $905. That passed because ZELL I am very proud to have ZELL MILLER mentors. WAYNE ALLARD is another MILLER stood with us on that legisla- as my friend. He and his wife Shirley outstanding Senator from Colorado. tion. have been a blessing to this body and a BEN NIGHTHORSE CAMPBELL certainly It also allowed us to reduce the cap- blessing to this country. I thank God falls in that role of being an out- ital gains tax rate from 20 percent to 15 for the fact I had the opportunity to standing Senator. I think he and Linda percent. It allowed us to say that we serve with him and the fact that he both will be missed in this body, the would not double tax corporate divi- served in this body. I think our country Senate. dends, at least not as punitively as we is much better for it, and I wish him I congratulate him and Linda for did before. We reduced the corporate every good wish in the years ahead. their many years of service going all tax on dividends. Actually, the bill we I yield the floor, and I suggest the ab- the way back to the military, to the passed in the Senate had zero double sence of a quorum. State legislature, to serving in the taxation. The bill that came out of The PRESIDING OFFICER. The House of Representatives, and now 12 conference was 15 percent, instead of clerk will call the roll. years in the Senate. He has given a lot the ordinary rates. That is a big and The assistant legislative clerk proof public service to this country, and positive change because this country, ceeded to call the roll. given it well. He has served well. As unfortunately, taxed distributions Mr. NICKLES. Mr. President, I ask the Bible says, ‘‘Well done thou good from corporations higher than any unanimous consent that the order for and faithful servant’’. He has certainly other country. We are tied with Japan the quorum call be dispensed with. done that. He has made the State of at a net effective tax rate of 70 percent. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Colorado very proud and, frankly, the Why would corporations distribute objection, it is so ordered. country very proud. The Senate is bet- earnings to their owners if the Govern- BEN NIGHTHORSE CAMPBELL ter off for his service. I congratulate ment would get 70 percent? Many did Mr. NICKLES. Mr. President, I wish him for his service. not. They would accumulate earnings, to make a couple of comments regard- The Senate will miss the services and the laughter of BEN NIGHTHORSE CAMP- hide the money, or do something dif- ing my very good friend, BEN BELL. I compliment him for his service. ferent with them. We passed that legis- NIGHTHORSE CAMPBELL, who is retiring I yield the floor and suggest the ab- lation, and now people are paying divi- with me at the end of this session. Sen- sence of a quorum. dends. ator CAMPBELL is a unique Senator. All The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Microsoft announced a multibillion- Senators are unique, but he is espe- clerk will call the roll. dollar distribution because of that leg- cially unique. He is a very special Sen- The assistant legislative clerk pro- islation. We tax it now at the indi- ator, the only Native American pres- ceeded to call the roll. vidual rate, 15 percent. When we start- ently serving in the Senate and he is Mr. BAUCUS. Mr. President, I ask ed marking up that legislation, the chairman of the Indian Affairs Com- unanimous consent that the order for Dow Jones was at 7,700. Today it is mittee. the quorum call be rescinded. over 10,500. That legislation made a dif- He has a very distinguished career. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ference. That legislation passed be- He was in the Air Force. He served in objection, it is so ordered. cause ZELL MILLER stood with us on Korea. He served in the State legisla- f the floor to pass that legislation. ture. He served in the House of Rep- It is not too often you can actually resentatives. I believe he was elected in DR. HARRY FRITZ say you passed legislation that made a 1986. He was elected to the Senate as a Mr. BAUCUS. Mr. President, I rise real and positive impact. There are Democrat in 1992, 12 years ago. He was today to honor a distinguished man over two million jobs that have been reelected in 1998. In March of 1995, he and educator, Montana’s 2004 Professor created in the last 14 months as a re- had the courage and the conviction to of the Year award winner, Dr. Harry sult of that legislation. I believe the change parties. That is not easily done. Fritz. President signed it in June of 2003. It He did it and I greatly respect him and Harry was born in the State of Mary- has been almost a year and a half now, admire him for that, but also for his land, but he graduated from Missoula and a couple of million jobs have been service to our country. County High School in Montana in created since we passed that legisla- He is a jewelry designer. 1956. He attended Dartmouth College to tion. The economy is moving. Revenues I have had the pleasure of knowing earn his bachelor of arts degree. Har- are coming into the Government. The BEN NIGHTHORSE CAMPBELL and his ry’s relationship with the University of deficit is $100 billion less than esti- wife, Linda, fairly well for the last 12 Montana, located in Missoula, began mated previously, 9 months ago, be- years. I have great respect for him. He when he attended the university to get cause, there is economic revival. We do has passed a lot of legislation. A lot of his master of arts degree.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:33 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.036 S18PT1 S11458 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 After earning his Ph.D. from Wash- ities that he has served his State and State. From what I understand, he was ington University in St. Louis, Harry this Nation. an outstanding Governor. Senator HOL- returned to the University of Montana, Harry Fritz is another who believes LINGS would be outstanding in any of- and that is where he has hung his hat in service. I think it is important to fice in which he would ever serve. He ever since. honor and recognize people such as earned a reputation as the education Harry is the chairman of the Depart- Harry, because the more Harry Fritzes Governor because he raised teachers’ ment of History and a full-time pro- there are in this country, in this world, salaries, launched new and innovative fessor at the University of Montana. He by far, the more quickly we are going educational programs, including a su- exemplifies the type of professor Mon- to solve some mutual problems. perb technical training program, and tana has come to expect from its high- I again pay my highest compliments set up a commission that improved the er education community. He is a first- to a wonderful friend, a terrific man, State’s higher education system. rate guy. He is just aces. He is an edu- and one of the best professors any stu- In 1966 he was elected to the Senate. cator who meets the highest standards dent could ever have, Professor Harry Here he has stayed for 38 years. I am of professional excellence. And he is a Fritz. glad he stayed. He has been a very student’s teacher. He connects with Mr. President, I yield the floor and colorful Senator, an outstanding and students and draws them into our Na- suggest the absence of a quorum. outspoken Senator with a booming tion’s history. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The voice. I might say, I first met and knew clerk will call the roll. The stentorian voice could be heard, Harry Fritz back about 1972, some- The assistant legislative clerk pro- I am sure, throughout this Chamber, where in there, when I was practicing ceeded to call the roll. without a public address system. When law in Missoula, MT, and was running Mr. BYRD. Mr. President, I ask unan- he first came here we had no public ad- for the State legislature. Professor imous consent that the order for the dress system in the Senate. When I Fritz and a couple friends of ours would quorum call be rescinded. first came here, we had no public ad- get together about every couple, three The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without dress system in the Senate, but we had weeks and have pizza and beer. We objection, it is so ordered. Senators who could be heard. It was a called ourselves the ‘‘Beer Com- f practice in those days for other Sen- mittee,’’ and Harry was head of the ators to gather closer to the Senator TRIBUTES TO RETIRING Beer Committee. It was a super bunch who was speaking. It was also a prac- SENATORS of friends. We would talk about the tice for other Senators to be informed world’s problems and service and what FRITZ HOLLINGS when a new Senator was going to needed to be done for Montana and the Mr. BYRD. Mr. President, the end of speak. New Senators did not speak the Nation. It was, in many respects, the the 108th Congress marks the end of an first week or the first month, but only enthusiasm and knowledge of Harry era. It marks the end of a remarkable after several months did they speak. Fritz that got me interested in public career of a remarkable man. Before they spoke, the word went service. He is that kind of a guy. I will not say goodbye to Senator around that so and so was going to de- I might also say, he has a wonderful HOLLINGS. His personality, his sense of liver his maiden speech or her maiden sense of humor. He is a tall man. He humor, his achievements, his legacy speech. In those days there was one looks a lot like Abe Lincoln. When he will forever be a part of this Chamber. lady in the Senate, Margaret Chase puts on his beard, he portrays Abraham But I do take a few minutes of the Sen- Smith of Maine. But we didn’t have Lincoln and performs little skits. As a ate’s time to thank Senator ERNEST any public address system. history professor, he is able to bring HOLLINGS. I recall when we started to discuss President Lincoln and lots of other as- I thank him for being an outstanding having a public address system in the pects surrounding President Lincoln Senator. I thank him for his service to Senate, I was opposed to it. I wanted into his classes at the University of our country. I thank him for being a the Senate to remain the Senate of the Montana. friend. I have been honored to call him decades that had preceded our own I might say, too, his classes are al- my colleague for almost 40 years. times. ways the first to be fully subscribed. The man who is destined to become a But he was colorful and he was a Sen- People want to go to Professor Fritz’s legend in the political history of South ator who had that booming voice that history classes because he connects so Carolina politics was a New Year’s Day could be projected and heard in the gal- much, he brings history to life so baby. He was born on January 1, 1922. leries, and today Senator HOLLINGS much, with a sense of humor, with After graduating from the Citadel, he does not need a microphone. compassion, and with insight and per- served in the U.S. Army during World He was from the old school of Sen- ception. It is no wonder he has been War II. This combat veteran, who ators who placed public interest over named Professor of the Year for 2004. served in North Africa and in Europe, partisan politics. Oh, that we had more Many of us who know Harry also are was awarded seven campaign stars and Senators like that, more Senators like reminded of all the ways he has served. was discharged with the rank of cap- Senator HOLLINGS who put first the He not only is a history professor, a tain. public’s interest, the interest of those terrific professor at that, but he also After the war, he earned his law de- people who are watching through that served in the State legislature in Mon- gree from the University of South electronic eye just behind the Pre- tana in the Montana Senate and the Carolina in 1947 and then began his ex- siding Officer’s desk; the eyes of the Montana House. He wants to do what traordinary career in public service in people come through that electronic he can to serve the people of our State. 1947. That was the year in which he eye, which extends the galleries beyond His wife Nancy is equally active, equal- earned his law degree. the capacity that we see here. It ex- ly dedicated to service. Nancy, too, was In 1947, at the age of 26, he was elect- tends those galleries out to the outer- a representative in the Montana State ed to the South Carolina State Legisla- most parts of the country, north and legislature at one time. So they are ture where he served until 1954, while south, out to the Pacific, out to the people who exemplify the best of 1947 was the year in which I was sworn great Rocky Mountains, out to the human nature; that is, serving people. in at the West Virginia House of Dele- broad prairies, out to the farms, out to I have a view that the most noble gates in Charleston, WV. the hills of West Virginia, that great human endeavor is service. It is service During his last 3 years in the South medium. to community, it is service to church, Carolina State Legislature, he served This Senator from South Carolina, it is service to friends, service in what- as its speaker pro tempore. unlike so many Senators of today, ever way makes the most sense for In 1954, at the age of 32, he was elect- placed the public interest over partisan each one of us. Many of us here believe ed Lieutenant Governor of South Caro- politics. And he still does. He never that. That is why we are here. I cer- lina. hesitated to criticize a President of his tainly know that is why the Presiding Four years later, in 1958, at the age of own political party as well as the oppo- Officer is here, who has so much be- 36, he became one of the youngest men sition party when he knew in his heart lieved in service in the various capac- ever elected Governor of his beloved and in his conscience that President

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:33 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.039 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11459 was wrong. If it were a President of his never questioned Senator HOLLINGS’s Or left unthought-of in obscurity,— own party, let it be. dedication to trying to restore fiscal Who, with a toward or untoward lot, While in the Senate, Senator HOL- sanity to America’s deficit addictions. Prosperous or adverse, to his wish or not— Plays, in the many games of life, that one LINGS has served on the Senate’s Budg- Although he has long been a Senator Where what he most doth value must be won: et and Appropriations Committees, of power and influence, during the Whom neither shape or danger can dismay, served as chairman of the Senate Com- great majority of his time in this Nor thought of tender happiness betray; merce Committee, served as chairman Chamber, he remained the junior Sen- Who, not content that former worth stand of a number of Senate subcommittees. ator from his State. Even after serving fast, Just as he had been a loyal and proud 36 years in the Senate, he was still out- Looks forward, persevering to the last, servant of his own State of South Caro- ranked by his colleague from South From well to better, daily self-surpast: lina, he has been a loyal and proud Carolina, Senator Strom Thurmond, Who, whether praise of him must walk the earth servant of our country. In the Senate, making Senator HOLLINGS the longest For ever, and to noble deeds give birth, he has been a forceful advocate of a reserving junior Senator in history, Or he must fall, to sleep without his fame, sponsible energy policy. In fact, as whatever that means. I have often won- And leave a dead unprofitable name— early as 1967, Senator HOLLINGS was dered, having been a junior Senator Finds comfort in himself and in his cause; warning that our country faced a fu- and being a senior Senator now, what And, while the mortal mist is gathering, ture of energy crises, and he was call- we mean by ‘‘junior Senator’’? Well, we draws ing for a national energy policy. know what it means, but that is all. His breath in confidence of Heaven’s ap- He authored legislation to create the It was at the age of 80 that Senator plause: This is the happy Warrior; this is he Department of Energy and the Auto- HOLLINGS finally became the senior That every man in arms should wish to be. mobile Fuel Economy Act that re- Senator from South Carolina. He had quires the miles-per-gallon sticker on earned it. He had earned it just as he Mr. President, I yield the floor. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- new cars. has earned the respect and the grati- ator from Pennsylvania is recognized. He has been a determined advocate of tude of the people of South Carolina a cleaner and healthier environment. Mr. SANTORUM. Mr. President, I am and the men and the women in this happy to yield to the Senator from In this effort, he formulated legislation Chamber. to protect our marine environment, Oklahoma. Now, unfortunately, my friend and Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I ask sponsored legislation to prevent the colleague is leaving us. Again, I will unanimous consent that at the conclu- dumping of polluting materials in the not say farewell to him. I will only sion of the remarks of the junior Sen- ocean, and authored the Coastal Zone thank him for his service and wish him ator from Pennsylvania, I be recog- Management Act to protect our coastal well in his private life. nized to speak as in morning business waters and tidelands. He is the recog- I will always remember and cherish for up to 25 minutes. nized legislative ‘‘father’’ of the Na- our years of working together on the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Ad- Appropriations Committee and for the objection, it is so ordered. ministration, NOAA. best interests of our great country. The Senator from Pennsylvania is In the Senate, Senator HOLLINGS con- It isn’t enough that we say in our hearts recognized. tinued promoting technical training as That we like a man for his ways; f he fought to establish trade schools And it isn’t enough that we fill our minds that specialize in retraining workers With psalms of silent praise; POLISH VISA WAIVERS and offer alternatives for people who Nor is it enough that we honor a man Mr. SANTORUM. Mr. President, I choose not to pursue a university de- As our confidence upward mounts; rise very briefly to offer another unani- gree. It’s going right up to the man himself mous consent request. This is a unani- And telling him so that counts. In the Senate, Senator HOLLINGS has mous consent request on a piece of leg- Then when a man does a deed that you really tenaciously opposed trade deals that islation that Senator MIKULSKI and I threaten American jobs. Oh, if there admire, Don’t leave a kind word unsaid, introduced earlier this year regarding were more like him. His fights in this For fear to do so might make him vain Polish visa waivers. area have involved opposing Presi- Or cause him to lose his head; A visa waiver is a provision given in dents, opposing Presidents whom he But reach out your hand and tell him, ‘‘Well law to allow people from a country charged were ‘‘giving away the store’’ done’’, with which the United States has good in our trade treaties. He has fought to And see how his gratitude swells; relationships to come into this country protect and increase Social Security It isn’t the flowers we strew on the grave, for a temporary period of time as visi- benefits for our elderly Americans. It’s the word to the living that tells. tors, tourists, without having to obtain Concerned about the widespread pov- Now, unfortunately, my friend and a visa. In other words, this waives the erty across the South, in 1968, he un- colleague—a strong colleague on the visa requirement that is generally im- dertook a series of ‘‘hunger tours’’ that Appropriations Committee, where we posed on people coming from other highlighted the issue. He later au- two have served all these many years— countries to America. I believe we have thored a powerful study, ‘‘The Case is leaving us. Again, I will not say fare- done this with 27 other countries be- Against Hunger: A Demand for a Na- well to Senator HOLLINGS. I will only cause of the unique relationship we tional Policy’’ that advocated pro- thank him for his service and wish him have with them and the bond that the grams to address the persistence of ab- well in his private life. I will always re- countries have with the U.S. ject poverty in the United States. Put- member and cherish our years of work- Poland, unfortunately, has not been ting his words into action, he helped ing together. granted that status. If you look at the lead the congressional effort to estab- I shall always remember, too, that continent of Europe and at the great lish the Women, Infants, and Chil- loyal, dedicated, devoted helpmate, allies that we have on the continent of dren—WIC—nutritional assistance pro- Peatsy, who stood always at his side, Europe, obviously, the two that come gram, and he helped to advance the Na- always there to be his best confidant. to mind—in my mind at least—are the tion’s community health centers, Yes, Erma and I will miss Peatsy. Brits and the Italians. But Poland has which provide primary and preventive In closing, then, let me speak just a shown, since its release from the So- health services in underserved commu- few words from the ‘‘Character of the viet Union’s sphere of influence, a re- nities. Happy Warrior’’ by William Words- markable affinity for the United States Long before the Bush administra- worth, because I think they represent and has shown tremendous strides and tion’s record-breaking budget deficits, my feelings toward ERNEST FRITZ HOL- advances both in terms of democracy, long before today’s incredible $7 tril- LINGS: economy, and in their culture. It is lion national debt, Senator HOLLINGS Who is the happy Warrior? Who is he very much a country that is leaning was an eloquent and powerful advocate That every man in arms should wish to be? and facing west. It is, to me, a real in- of budget discipline. I did not always * * * * * justice to the people of that country, agree with his efforts, such as the ’Tis, finally, the Man, who, lifted high, who have been our steadfast sup- Gramm-Rudman-Hollings law, but I Conspicuous object in a Nation’s eye, porters, particularly in the most recent

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:24 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.041 S18PT1 S11460 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 conflict in Iraq, that we would not Mr. SANTORUM. Thank you, Mr. mitted 2,300 soldiers to help with ongoing present them the opportunity we do President. I know the Senator from peace efforts in Iraq. virtually every other country in Eu- Oklahoma intends to speak. Though a staunch ally, Poland has legiti- rope. At this point, I ask unanimous con- mate concerns about our appreciation of sent that an explanation of this issue their efforts. President Aleksander Senator MIKULSKI agrees, I think, Kwasniewski reiterated these concerns when with the statements I have made, and be printed in the RECORD. Poland was not included as an ally in Iraq she has said so on the floor of the Sen- There being no objection, the mate- during the Presidential Debate. ate. We have been working in the past rial was ordered to be printed in the As Lech Walesa said, this would be a very couple of months to clear this legisla- RECORD, as follows: symbolic gesture for both the government tion so it can pass the Senate and be S. 2844—DESIGNATING POLAND AS A VISA and the people of Poland. We owe the Poles sent to the House, with the hope, at WAIVER COUNTRY—CALENDAR NO 715 our appreciation for their camaraderie and sacrifice in a pivotal point in our history. this late date, of becoming law but, if WHAT DOES THIS BILL DO? Designates Poland as a visa waiver coun- This legislation would go a long way in not, accelerating the opportunity for it showing our appreciation for their alliance to become law next year. Even at this try. Citizens visiting the U.S. within a 90-day period would not need to apply for a visa. with us. late date, the hope is that once the bill WHY SUPPORT THIS LEGISLATION? CURRENT PARTICIPANT COUNTRIES IN THE VISA would get to the House, there would be WAIVER PROGRAM Since the founding of the United States, the kind of support we have seen in the Poland has proven its steadfast dedication to Andorra, Australia, Austria, Belgium, Senate to pass it. The support is nearly the causes of freedom and friendship with Brunei, Denmark, Finland, France, Ger- unanimous. the United States. In addition, Polish His- many, Iceland, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Liech- As we all know, at this point in time tory provides pioneering examples of reli- tenstein, Luxembourg, Monaco, the Nether- in the Senate, nearly unanimous isn’t gious tolerance. lands, New Zealand, Norway, Portugal, San good enough. We need unanimous con- The United States is home to 9 million Marino, Singapore, Slovenia, Spain, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom. sent, or all Members of the Senate to people of Polish ancestry, including 429,000 in Florida, 854,000 in Michigan, 240,000 in Min- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without agree. I can speak on behalf of the Re- nesota, 576,000 in New Jersey, 433,000 in Ohio, publican side of the aisle. I have spo- objection, it is so ordered. 824,146 in Pennsylvania, and 497,000 in Wis- Mr. SANTORUM. Mr. President, as I ken to all Senators, or their offices, consin. Polish Immigrants have contributed said before, I hope we can get agree- and every Republican Senator has greatly to the success of industry and agri- agreed to allow this bill to clear the culture in the United States. ment. I know there are one, or maybe Senate and to pass today. We were will- Since the demise of communism, Poland more, Senators on the other side of the ing to pass this bill before we broke in has become a stable, democratic nation. Po- aisle who have found a concern with land has adopted economic policies that pro- this. I ask that while this is somewhat October. We were willing to give this mote free markets and economic growth. bill a chance to become law and be unusual in the way we put forth this Poland demonstrated its commitment to legislation, it is vitally important for signed by this President. I am hopeful global security by becoming a member of that he would sign this legislation. NATO. Poland also just recently became a us to send a very strong and positive signal to one of our strongest allies in But I have been informed that in member of the EU. Poland was a staunch ally to the U.S. in the world that we stand with them and spite of the good efforts of Senator MI- Operation Iraqi Freedom. Poland has com- accept them as one of our closest and KULSKI, we may not be able to clear mitted 2,300 soldiers to help with ongoing dearest allies, and we will treat them this legislation on the other side of the peace efforts in Iraq. accordingly, with respect to the visita- aisle. That is a great disappointment In 1991, Poland unilaterally repealed the tion of Polish people who visit rel- to me and I know to Senator MIKULSKI. visa requirement for U.S. citizens traveling atives and friends in the United States. I know it is a great disappointment to to Poland for less than 90 days. And today, I yield the floor. many Polish Americans—9.3 million more than 100,000 Polish citizens travel to The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under Polish persons. Over 100,000 Poles per the United States annually. the previous order, the Senator from year come to this country to visit rel- POLISH VISA REFUSAL RATE Oklahoma is to be recognized for 25 atives and friends. Yet we cannot ex- Refusal rate can be an inaccurate measure because it is based on decisions made by con- minutes. tend this, I argue, minimal courtesy to sular officers rather than the actual behav- The Senator from West Virginia is those who have allied with us and have ior of non-immigrants. It does not reflect the recognized. shown their good hand of friendship to- propensity of nationals from that country to Mr. BYRD. Mr. President, if the Sen- ward us. overstay their visas. ator from Oklahoma comes, I will yield Nonetheless, Poland’s visa refusal rate is Mr. President, I will ask unanimous the floor quickly to him. At this mo- consent, in the hopes that maybe even declining dramatically, from around 43% in FY 03 to approximately 30% in FY 04. ment, under the current cir- later after this consent request, which Polish citizens who apply for a visa have cumstances, I had sought to be recog- I am told will be objected to, others on average, a one and a half minute inter- nized and I do so for the purpose of will reconsider, and perhaps we can view. This obviously is not enough time for speaking for not more than 12 minutes. later tonight, or tomorrow, or Satur- a consular officer to make a decision on I ask unanimous consent that I may be day, or however long we will be here, whether or not they will overstay their recognized for no more than 12 min- visas. In other western European countries, be able to work through this problem utes. and get unanimous consent on this vi- the average interview is five minutes. Consular Officers still have a 1980s view of The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without tally important piece of legislation for Poland, a country in serious economic trou- objection, the Senator is recognized. not just the 9.3 million Poles in this ble and under tyranny. This is an unfair view f country, but for all of us in America as Poland in now a stable, democratic nation who would like to extend a further that promotes free markets and economic TRIBUTES TO RETIRING hand of friendship and accord to the growth. SENATORS Warsaw airport is in the pilot program for people of Poland who have been such TOM DASCHLE steadfast allies of our great country. airport screening, so most Poles who would travel to the U.S. under Visa Waiver would Mr. BYRD. Mr. President, there is an I ask unanimous consent that the face an INS determination of whether they old Chinese curse that says, ‘‘May you Senate now proceed to the immediate will be admitted before they get on a plane. live in interesting times.’’ A Senate consideration of calendar 715, S. 2844. Poland’s refusal rate does not reflect a equivalent of that saying could very Mr. BYRD. Mr. President, reserving high propensity for terrorism. The State De- well be: May you lead the Senate in in- the right to object. I must say for the partment has given no indication that the teresting times. If so, the Senate lead- record that there are Members who potential for terrorism in Poland significantly exceeds that of the 27 countries cur- ership of Senator TOM DASCHLE would strongly support this bill—Senator MI- rently participating in the Visa Waiver Pro- certainly qualify. He led the Senate KULSKI and others. However, on behalf gram. with a very quiet integrity during of others, I must object. Therefore, I do IMPORTANT TO SUPPORT OUR STRONG ALLY AT some of the most difficult times in object. THIS CRUCIAL TIME American history. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Objec- Poland was a staunch ally to the U.S. in In 1994, Senator DASCHLE became tion is heard. Operation Iraqi Freedom. Poland has com- Senate Democratic leader by a single

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:33 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.044 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11461 vote. No sooner had he become Demo- DASCHLE was always working for the Senator DASCHLE still sees the glass as cratic leader than he was forced to deal common good. Because of his prin- half full rather than half empty. with the Republican revolution of 1994, cipled—let me say that again—because And so my wife Erma and I extend including House Speaker Newt Ging- of his principled opposition to the Bush our best wishes to Senator DASCHLE rich and his short-lived ‘‘Contract With administration, critics denounced and and his wife Linda in all of their future America.’’ I never read it, never signed demonized him as an obstructionist. If endeavors. it, and was not a disciple of it. placing the national good over blind Mr. President, I yield the floor, and I While he served as the Democratic obedience to any President makes a suggest the absence of a quorum. leader for nearly a decade, there was a Senator an obstructionist, then let me The PRESIDING OFFICER. The period of 17 months in which he went say that our democracy—indeed, all de- clerk will call the roll. from minority leader to majority lead- mocracies—need more TOM DASCHLE’s. The legislative clerk proceeded to er and back to minority leader. Senator DASCHLE stayed above it all, call the roll. He was the Senate Democratic leader as he refused to engage in the gutter Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I ask during the first impeachment of an politics of his opponents. He always re- unanimous consent the order for the American President in 131 years. He tained and maintained the dignity that quorum call be rescinded. was the Senate Democratic leader on has characterized him as a man and as The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. September 11, 2001, when America expe- a Senator. But then this mild-man- SMITH). Without objection, it is so or- rienced the worst terrorist attack in nered South Dakota Democrat, the dered. the history of this great land. One only South Dakotan ever to be elected Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, I also month later, a bioterrorist attack on to the Senate leadership, has always ask unanimous consent that I be al- his Senate office in the Hart Building served the people of his State and the lowed to speak in morning business for exposed 20 of TOM DASCHLE’s staffers to people of our Nation proudly and hon- as much time as I may consume. deadly anthrax spores. orably, with diligence, sincerity, and The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without As the Senate Democratic leader, Mr. distinction. objection, it is so ordered. DASCHLE has had to deal with three dif- His entire career in public service has f ferent Republican leaders. During these been based on standing up for the com- JUDICIAL SELECTION PROCESS turbulent circumstances, he remained mon good. He has been a true friend of reassuring and inspiring. TOM rural America, especially America’s Mr. CORNYN. Mr. President, re- DASCHLE’s soothing personality and his farmers. Among the many measures he cently there has been a lot of discus- mild-mannered demeanor were com- promoted to benefit American farmers, sion about, not just the role of the ju- forting under very trying cir- Senator DASCHLE pushed the develop- diciary in our democracy, but the proc- cumstances. ment and the commercialization of al- ess by which judges are selected. To Looking back, it seems strange that me, this all boils down to something many people once considered this lik- ternative agricultural products. He was an aggressive advocate of that Daniel Webster once said when he able, soft-spoken young man to be too health issues, having authored legisla- opined that ‘‘justice is the greatest de- likable and too soft spoken to be an ef- tion that expanded health services in sire of man on Earth.’’ It is, in fact, the fective Senate leader. I am pleased and judges, the ones who wear the black proud to say that we were wrong. I say rural areas. As a veteran himself, having served robe, the men or women who serve on ‘‘we’’ because many people will recall as an intelligence officer in the Stra- local or State or Federal benches who that I initially opposed his candidacy tegic Air Command of the U.S. Air are the ones with whom we identify for Senate Democratic leadership. But Force, TOM DASCHLE was a powerful ad- that common yearning for justice. after TOM DASCHLE was elected leader, vocate for American veterans. In 1991, Unfortunately, here in the Senate I was impressed as I found him to be an over the last couple of years, we have engaging man with whom to work, a he won his 11-year struggle for legislation to assist Vietnam veterans suf- gone through an experience that not most interesting man, a leader who has only reeks of injustice but also of un- a way of putting other people at ease, fering from exposure to Agent Orange. I am sorry that I must now say good- fairness and, indeed, rises to the level even in troubled as well as in pleasant bye to this decent man and this out- of unconstitutionality when it comes times. to the filibuster used against President He was always working to seek a con- standing Senator, especially in such Bush’s judicial nominees. sensus. He was always listening. He circumstances. And he is a decent man. Never, before these last 2 years, has a was one of the best listeners I have He was always good to me. He was al- nominee for a Federal court, whether it ever met during my 46 years in this ways listening. He always listened to is the Federal district court or circuit body. whatever I had to suggest to him—al- Even in the Senate’s darkest mo- ways listening and always tried to be court or the United States Supreme ments, he retained his sense of opti- helpful. So many times he spoke good Court, been blocked by the use of a fili- mism, always preferring to see the words concerning me. He was always buster when there was a bipartisan ma- glass as half full rather than half asking about my wife Erma: How is jority of the Senate who stood ready to empty. And that optimism was infec- your wife? How is your wife Erma? confirm that judge—never before the tious. Therefore, 2 years later, it was But as anyone involved in politics current Congress, dating back now 2 my pleasure to nominate TOM DASCHLE knows, political life has its defeats as years. for reelection as Senate Democratic well as its victories, its sorrows as well We all know the judiciary plays a leader. In nominating him, I an- as its joys, and we must accept them as critical role in our form of government. nounced: they come, always looking forward, not As high school students, or perhaps I was totally wrong about this young man. backward, and knowing that the future even earlier, we learn that our three He has steel in his spine, despite his reason- will present other opportunities to branches of government play impor- able and modest demeanor. serve our Nation. tant but distinct roles in our constitu- As a former Senate leader myself, I I hope that Senator DASCHLE will tional democracy. It is the judiciary, can say that a Senate leader who can continue a life of public service be- which at one time in our Nation’s his- bring together and develop a consensus cause our Nation will always need men tory has been called the least dan- on tough controversial measures must of his background and experiences but, gerous branch, that has produced some have the patience of Job and the wis- most importantly, his wisdom, his in- of the most dangerous decisions, at dom of Solomon. tegrity, and his optimism. least so far as it concerns our right to As a former Senate Democratic lead- Let me say on behalf of Erma and self-government. What I mean by that er, I want to express my gratitude to myself that we are so grateful to Sen- is when we see courts strike down the Mr. DASCHLE for the service that he ator DASCHLE and his lovely wife for Pledge of Allegiance because school- rendered to this Chamber, to our Na- their many courtesies extended to us, children cannot say the words ‘‘under tion, and to our political party. their many kindnesses which we will God’’ when they pledge allegiance to During the interesting times in never forget. I am confident that de- the flag; when we see county clerks, in- which he led the Senate, Senator spite the happenings of November 2, deed, when we see judges themselves

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Bush, but I believe to cut off debate trumped the Constitu- cilities to the Boy Scouts of America, in part cast their votes for the kind of tion. we know these are not a product of a judicial nominees this President has You might ask, How is that possible? vote of the people. nominated in the past and which he The Constitution is the fundamental In each of those instances it is the can be expected to nominate in the fu- law of the United States of America, act or the dictate of a judge, a judge ture. and all other laws passed, including that I submit has lost any tether, any Men and women are drawn to service those of Congress, are inferior to that sort of anchor with the fundamental in the judiciary because they believe in law. If the act of Congress is inferior to premises upon which the power of a that quest for justice, and they want to that law and when it conflicts, it must judge is granted. play an important role in making sure fall, surely a Senate rule that purports We want to make sure in this coun- that desire for justice, that quest for to require a supermajority vote of the try, I believe, whether we are Demo- justice, is satisfied, at least as much as Senate to confirm judges must fall crats, Republicans or independents, is humanly possible, in courtrooms all when there is conflict with the U.S. that our judges are not politicized. In across this country. Constitution. other words, we want to make sure But we know—at least in the past, The Constitution provides that in when we walk into a courtroom when based on sad experience—there are specific but limited instances a super- our case is decided that the judges have those who will not be satisfied with an majority vote is required for passage, not already made up their minds before election; that people will not put their notably the ratification of treaties and hearing what the facts are. We want to grievances and their anger behind them notably the amendment of the Con- make sure that that judge does not but will continue to pursue these poli- stitution itself. But nowhere in the have some sort of political or personal cies of destruction and character assas- Constitution is it provided that to con- agenda which makes it impossible for sination when it comes to the Presi- firm a judge, more than a 51-vote ma- them to be fair. dent’s judicial nominees. Unfortu- jority is required. But what we have seen over the last nately, these angry individuals have That is why over these last 2 years couple of years is a political situation not come to accept what the vast ma- we have heard Members on this side of of the judicial selection process where jority of Americans have agreed is the the aisle time and time again come to good men and women who are highly way we should work; that is, we do our the Senate and say not only is this fili- qualified to serve as Federal judges at best, we fight our best fight, we get our buster unfair, but, indeed, blocking an the Federal district court level and at voters out, and then we have an elec- up-or-down vote by a bipartisan major- the circuit court level have been not tion and we resolve those differences at ity of this body is, in fact, in violation only obstructed by this unconstitu- the election. of the fundamental law of our land. tional filibuster process, which has We have seen time and time again In order to be suited by virtue of never before been used in America his- how these tactics have been used temperament to serve in elected office, tory—what we have seen is also char- shamelessly to smear some of the you have to be an optimist by nature, acter assassination. We have seen indi- President’s judicial nominees. It is and I am. It is my sincere hope, it is viduals who spent a lifetime creating a only logical to expect some of these my sincere request and entreaty to our reputation and developing a career as a same tactics, notwithstanding what I colleagues on the other side of the judge totally smeared by various inter- have said, will be used again. aisle, that these tactics stop. They est groups whose desire it is to politi- What we have seen in this Senate— must stop not only for the good of the cize not only the judicial selection and I believe the American people cast Senate but out of respect to the Presi- process but the decisionmaking process a vote, at least in part, on November dent who received almost 60 million by judges. And that is wrong. 2—is, as I have said, unconstitutional votes on November 2 and out of respect We know, in addition to the other filibusters. And what I believe the for the Constitution itself. What has important judicial vacancies that exist American people cast a vote on on No- happened these last 2 years is wrong, it around this country which we have vember 2, particularly when it came to is unfair, and, indeed, it is unconstitu- been unable to fill because of the fili- the Senate minority leader race, the tional. buster, that in all likelihood during race in South Dakota, was a repudi- Should President Bush have the op- President Bush’s second term of office ation of obstructionism and the uncon- portunity to nominate one or more he will have the opportunity to nomi- stitutional use of the filibuster to judges to vacancies on the U.S. Su- nate one or more nominees to the U.S. block the President’s nominees who, if preme Court, it is my sincere hope we Supreme Court. I am sorry to say these allowed the simple dignity of an up-or- will have learned something from the nominees will undoubtedly be savaged down vote, would have been confirmed mistakes of the past. We will have also by some of these same interest groups as I speak. learned there is a political penalty to who are bound and determined to po- The Constitution makes clear what be paid for obstructing judges, for liticize not only the act of judging— the role of the Senate is. That role is treating them unfairly and in an un- that quest for justice—but in fact the to provide advice and consent. Yes. The constitutional fashion. selection process itself. Unfortunately, Judiciary Committee, on which I am As an astute observer not only of the these kinds of venomous politics are honored to serve, has a responsibility human condition but also of politics in something we have come too often to to review the credentials and back- general, I am confident that all of my expect when it comes to selecting these ground and experience, the tempera- colleagues in the Senate, all 100, paid important members of the judiciary. ment of these nominees to make sure close attention to the verdict of the I firmly believe we are a big and di- they understand they are not just an- American people on November 2 when verse country. We have people who other branch of the legislature which is it came to a referendum on whether come from different places across the at liberty to enact through judicial these unconstitutional, unfair obstruc- planet, who pronounce their name in edict their personal or political or any tionist tactics should continue or end. different ways, who have different tra- other agenda. Our job is to make sure It is my hope we all got the same mes- ditions, creeds, beliefs. And the great they respect the separation of powers sage and that, indeed, we will treat the thing about this country is we can all which makes the judiciary a distinct President’s nominees fairly, that we live here in this one place and we can and unique branch which is supposed to will do what the Constitution requires, argue for what we strongly believe in. interpret the law, not make the law. that we ask the questions, make sure We can defend those views when they Unfortunately, we have seen an ob- they are qualified by virtue of experi- are attacked. But in the end, we settle stinate minority in this body that has ence, education, and temperament, those disputes—maybe not change denied this Congress the ability to pro- that they understand what the role of

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Frankly, I worry have come to expect from Senators and about obstructionism and judgeships. that the good men and women who that we will conduct ourselves It was about $20 million coming out of have been nominated by the President uprightly, with fairness and dignity, the basement of the White House to serve in these important positions, and treat all we come in contact ex- through various orifices and devices, after those behind them see how they actly the same way. directed at the minority leader in the have been treated, or I should say mis- I yield the floor. State of South Dakota in a campaign treated, how long can we expect other The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- that in many respects, in my judg- good men and women, when called by ator from North Dakota. ment, was shameful. But it was not the President, will answer the call only Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I intend about obstructionism. It was not about to know they will be smeared, strung to speak on another matter at some judges because the fact is we approved out before the world and, indeed, then, point. I see several of my colleagues 201 Federal nominees sent to us by this obstructed by an unconstitutional are in the Senate. Senator LEVIN, I be- President. We have been extraor- process? lieve, wishes to speak for a short time. dinarily cooperative. It is my hope we will have learned I see Senator BOND is in the Senate, as Let me say again, I was here during something over these last 2 years and well. 8 years of the Clinton administration to repudiate these tactics. I will take 5 minutes to say I have when 60 nominees were sent down here I will say something to my constitu- deep respect for my colleague from that never got a vote. Some of them ents and the people who may be listen- Texas. I like him and I am pleased he never got one day of hearings. Let me ing who have contacted my office in is a Member of this body. I have deep say that on my behalf I want to cooper- very sincere concern for what they disagreement with what he has said, ate with this President. But my col- have seen played out on the Senate and I will take this moment to respond leagues and I have constitutional re- floor and in the judicial confirmation to it. sponsibilities with respect to putting process. There is a newfound passion, appar- someone on a Federal bench for a life- I say to all of them, I appreciate your ently, for providing votes for nominees time that involves two steps: One, the passion. I appreciate your concern. I for judgeships. When I say a newfound President proposes a nominee; and, sec- appreciate your interest in the instru- passion, let me explain that I was here ond, under advice and consent, the Sen- ments of the Government that ulti- in the 1990s. There were 60 nominees for ate then makes its judgement. We have mately the people of this country con- the Federal court that never got a vote a responsibility here. It is a constitu- trol. We are going to need the involve- in the Senate by a Republican-con- tional responsibility. ment, the attention, the passion of all trolled Senate. Many of them never I have read and reread that Constitu- of the people and, indeed, we are going even got 1 day of hearings. It was unbe- tion. I am proud of what we have done. to need to appeal to our better angels lievable what went on with the major- We have been extraordinarily coopera- in the Senate and in the Senate Judici- ity party in this Chamber when the tive with this President and will con- ary Committee when it comes to the Clinton administration was sending tinue to be so. But that does not mean next nominees for the U.S. Supreme down nominees. all of us walk to this Chamber with ink Court. Contrary to what my colleague just on our shoes and become a giant rubber We all remember, whether it is the indicated, this notion of obstruc- stamp to say: Me too. Yes, sign me up. confirmation process by which Judge tionism, this is a newfound technique. OK, I am fine, I am with you. It is not Bork was blocked, by which Clarence You create your own reality and debate our role and it is not our responsi- Thomas was ultimately confirmed— from that reality. There was no ob- bility. after going through a process that no structionism. This Senate approved 201 When we approved 201 Federal nomi- one should have to go through—my Federal judges; 201 of the nominations nees to the Federal court from this hope is we will have learned that is not for Federal judgeships that were sent President, which was 93 percent of the the way the Senate should conduct down here by this President. We held nominees of this President, I think it itself and that we will resolve among up about 10 of them. strains credibility to somehow call this ourselves and resolve among the Amer- Now, the Constitution says some- obstructionism. And it certainly ican people and to the people we rep- thing about our obligations. This is not strains our sense of irony to hear those resent that we will treat the Presi- about obstruction. It is not about un- calling us obstructionists when not dent’s judicial nominees fairly, that we constitutional behavior. It is not any- very long ago there were 60 nominees, will treat them with dignity, and that thing of the sort. It is about those in some of which never got a day of hear- we will provide the up-or-down vote the the Senate who understand that the ings, and none of which got a vote on U.S. Constitution demands when it Constitution says we have a responsi- the floor of the Senate. comes to the confirmation of the Presi- bility when it comes to putting some- Going forward, I think we ought to dent’s judicial nominees. one on the Federal bench for a lifetime. understand this: The so-called lesson I am not suggesting for a minute When someone sends a name to this we were described moments ago about that anyone violate their conscience. Senate as this President did that says, the election in South Dakota, that is Indeed, any Senator with a sincere be- I want this man to serve for a lifetime all nonsense. It is not what that was lief that an individual judge should not on the Federal bench—by the way, this about. We believe we have a responsi- be confirmed should come to the Sen- person has a record of writing articles bility to cooperate. We will. We also ate, as no doubt they will, and explain saying that his belief is that women believe we have a constitutional re- to their colleagues why they feel so are subservient to men—I say, wait a sponsibility to use our heads, our strongly, why they conscientiously ob- second. It is not somebody I want to sit hearts and our minds to make good de- ject to this nominee and invoke their on the Federal bench for a lifetime. I cisions about the future of this coun- conscience. Every Senator should do don’t happen to think that sort of try. We will continue to do that as that, and I trust they will. thinking represents what I want to put well. But no one, no Senator has the right, on the Federal bench. Incidentally, I have in my hand a no group of Senators has the right, no We held up, I believe, 10 nominees record of two votes during the Clinton minority has the right to tyrannize the and approved 201. We approved 93 per- administration where there were clo- majority of the Senate when we stand cent of the President’s requests. We are ture motions that were required for ready in a bipartisan fashion to cast a told this is obstructionism? And now nominees. So this notion that somehow vote, up or down, for a judicial nomi- we are told, today, there is a lesson in it is the first time ever there was a fili- nee. the South Dakota Senate race as a re- buster, nonsense, that’s just not true.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:33 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.061 S18PT1 S11464 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 I have records of both votes. It has judges. Yet we hear now that suddenly principle required it. In reality, been done before. It has been done by the requirement that there be a cloture though, it was TOM DASCHLE’s style to the majority party. It is just when they vote is something that is new to this reach across the aisle, time and time do not get 100 percent of their nomi- Senate. It is not. It has been histori- again, in an effort to legislate in the nees, they do not get a rubber stamp cally used. It is appropriate, and it is Nation’s best interest. Often he worked coming out of this Chamber, that rare. closely with the Republican leader in somehow they have a problem with As Senator DORGAN pointed out, 93 some of the Senate’s finest and most that. The American people should not percent of the judges who were nomi- difficult hours. have a problem with it. The Constitu- nated by President Bush were con- In the face of a very difficult im- tion certainly does not have a problem firmed when there were votes that peachment trial that tested this Sen- with it, and I do not. came to the floor of the Senate. Nine- ate, in response to the September 11 I want to be cooperative, but I do not ty-three percent of these judges were terrorist attacks, and when he himself want to sit and listen to a re-creation confirmed. And the comparison to that was targeted in the anthrax attack, as of reality that does not square with of the Clinton years, where so many in countless other instances, TOM what we have done in the Senate. judges could not even get a hearing, DASCHLE demonstrated his talent for Mr. President, I yield the floor. where there was a filibuster in the Ju- calm, inclusive, and wise leadership. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- diciary Committee because of the re- As this session of Congress ends in ator from Michigan. fusal to grant judges a hearing, is quite the next few days, the people of South Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, I wonder a contrast. We do not hear much about Dakota will be losing a vigorous, effec- if I could ask unanimous consent to that. Instead, hearing that the refusal tive, and committed Senator. Demo- line up speakers. Does the Senator to have an up-or-down vote and a re- crats in this body, indeed, all Senators, from North Dakota want to do that? quirement for cloture is somehow la- will be losing a great leader. And all And is that agreeable to the Senator beled obstructionism is altogether out Americans will be losing a voice of rea- from Missouri and the Senator from of line, as far as I am concerned, and son, judgment, and wisdom. I will be Oklahoma that speakers be lined up by inaccurate historically, inappropriate, losing a friend and a confidante. TOM unanimous consent? When I asked Sen- and needs to be contested. DASCHLE is a beautiful human being ator DORGAN to yield to me for 5 min- f and a nonpareil leader. His good nature utes, he was wondering if he could then will enable him to overcome this mo- TRIBUTES TO RETIRING be next in order. But I know Senator mentary defeat so that the contribu- SENATORS BOND is here, too. tions he makes to public life will soon Mr. BOND. Mr. President, I ask for 5 TOM DASCHLE flower in a different place. minutes. Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, that is Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, let me Mr. President, I yield the floor. not why I came to the floor, although The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- follow Senator BOND. it relates to why I came to the floor Mr. INHOFE. Yes. If I could ask the ator from Missouri is recognized. this afternoon because I came here to Senator from North Dakota about how Mr. BOND. Mr. President, I ask unan- pay tribute to a dear friend, our Demo- much time will he be using? imous consent that Senator SHELBY be cratic leader, TOM DASCHLE of South Mr. DORGAN. I intended to use 20 recognized for 10 minutes following me, Dakota. This sadness is only tempered minutes. I would be happy to follow the and that Senator BREAUX be recognized by the belief that TOM DASCHLE will Senator. for 15 minutes thereafter. Mr. INHOFE. I would be close to that continue to play a vital role in our Na- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without amount of time, too, so I will go ahead tion’s public life in the future. objection, it is so ordered. TOM DASCHLE has had a distinguished and wait. If I could lock in after the JOHN BREAUX career as a legislator on behalf of the Senator from North Dakota, that is Mr. BOND. Mr. President, it has been interests of the people of South Dakota fine. a pleasure to work with the Senator and all of the people of our Nation. He Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, let me from Louisiana. We have appreciated has fought for a fair share for the farm- suggest the Senator from Michigan his leadership on many issues not only ers of his State and for farmers around begin, and then be followed by the Sen- important to Louisiana but to our en- the country. He has been in the fore- ator from Missouri, and then myself, ergy future and important to naviga- front of rural health, veterans’ health, followed by the Senator from Okla- tion in the heartland, which is some- a fair tax system, and a very broad homa. I ask unanimous consent that be thing that is vitally important for all range of other issues. the order. of us. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Is there He has been as a leader of the Demo- objection? crats in the Senate, both as majority f Without objection, it is so ordered. leader and minority leader, through one of the most difficult periods of the LEADERSHIP AT THE CIA f Senate’s history where TOM DASCHLE Mr. BOND. Mr. President, I am here CLOTURE VOTES FOR JUDICIAL has made his mark. He has been a re- today to talk about an old-fashioned NOMINATIONS markable leader. As a principled and virtue: doing what you said you were Mr. LEVIN. Mr. President, while Sen- tireless advocate for the issues he be- going to do. That is a test a lot of peo- ator DORGAN is in the Chamber, he lieves in, he has led by example. On ple apply in politics. They say if you made reference to the fact there have countless difficult and contentious tell us what you are going to do when been cloture votes required on judges issues, he has led by carefully listening you get elected, are you going to do it? throughout the years. I want to expand to all sides. Time and time again, on It seems to me in the intelligence on the RECORD some of the names of complex and challenging legislation, he field we have an example of that. The judges where cloture votes were re- has led by tireless negotiation and by reaction is somewhat surprising. We quired, in fact, where cloture votes building consensus. And, where appro- have had, I think, 128 or 130 hearings in were not agreed to and led to their de- priate, he has been able to organize the Intelligence Committee since I feat in a number of instances: Justice Democrats to insist on our rights as a joined it in January 2003. One of the Fortas in 1968; now Justice Bryer but minority in the Senate. lessons we learned is that, while there then circuit court nominee Steven It is, indeed, a bitter irony of the are many outstanding dedicated men Bryer in 1980, with two cloture mo- most recent election that TOM and women in the CIA and throughout tions; Rosemary Barkett, to the Elev- DASCHLE, who is a legislator to the the intelligence community, the sys- enth Circuit in 1994; Lee Sarokin in core, and a man of compromise and tem is broken; it didn’t give us the ade- 1994, with a cloture motion required; soft-spoken wisdom, a seeker of dia- quate or accurate prediction of the Marsha Berzon in the year 2000; Rich- logue, solutions, and consensus, was scope of the terrorist danger to the ard Paez in the year 2000. caricatured as an obstructionist. In the U.S. before 9/11. We went into Iraq with Cloture is not a new phenomenon time-honored tradition of Senate lead- the Director of Central Intelligence so when it comes to the debate over ers of both parties, he stood tall when confident of the intelligence analysis

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:33 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.064 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11465 that we would find weapons of mass de- cies.’’ Wait a minute. That is not what mate concerns over how Director Goss struction that he advised the President he said. I have the copy of the state- is running the intelligence community. it was a ‘‘slam dunk.’’ ment Director Goss made. He said that We appointed and confirmed him to We now find out that while there was we will support the administration, but make difficult changes, and I don’t great danger in Iraq, it was very dif- he says we will provide intelligence to think it is appropriate to jump to con- ferent from the danger that the CIA support it. We don’t come out and clusions or second-guess his manage- had assessed. The estimates were really argue for it. He said that as agency em- ment style. faulty. We have seen this. The CIA and ployees, we do not identify with, sup- I thank the Chair and my colleagues. the intelligence community, as I said, port, or champion opposition to the ad- I yield the floor. have outstanding, dedicated people; but ministration or its policies. We provide The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- they are not focused properly on doing the intelligence as we see it and let the ator from North Dakota is recognized. the job that the new worldwide threat facts alone speak to the policymaker. Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, I be- of an unrelenting, vicious, terrorist In other words, their support is by pro- lieve I was to be recognized for 20 min- war directed at us and all free-minded viding the best intelligence estimates utes following the Senator from Okla- people presents. So everybody came to available. homa. the conclusion there needed to be a Now, Michael Scheuer, who wrote The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. new direction. that anonymous book and made head- CORNYN). That is correct. The President nominated one of the lines with the ‘‘Imperial Hubris’’ book, Mr. DORGAN. And two additional Members of Congress who had done a criticized timid leadership at CIA. Why Senators as well. great deal of oversight of the CIA and are we criticizing the DCI for shaking f actually had served in the clandestine up the management? If the Director of TAX CODE OVERHAUL service himself, Porter Goss of Florida. CIA is making mistakes, or if he is Everybody said they wanted change. going down the wrong path, we on the Mr. DORGAN. Mr. President, this Porter Goss told the President and the Intelligence Committees here and in morning in the newspaper we read a re- Congress in his confirmation hearings the House are going to be monitoring port of that which we know, that the that we are going to make some the situation. If we see there is a prob- administration is going to propose a changes. He went over to the CIA. He is lem, we are in a position to call him on Tax Code overhaul. I think almost making some changes. What a surprise. it or to point out remedies that are every American would believe that it is The critics are now saying he is mak- needed. But, so far, I see a man willing worth overhauling the Tax Code. The ing changes at the CIA. I am a little bit to take on an entrenched and some Tax Code is so complicated, and it des- confused about what they thought he might stay constipated bureaucracy. perately needs an overhaul. was going to do. If he didn’t make Many of the senior intelligence offi- The headline reads: ‘‘Bush Plans Tax changes at the CIA, that is when I cials to quit have been with the agency Code Overhaul. Changes Would Favor think we should be challenging him. for decades. It is a shame we are going Investment, Growth.’’ Something has to change. I have spo- to lose that experience, but some would It says: ken with Director Goss, and I know our say—and I agree—new blood is needed The Bush administration is eyeing an over- chairman, Senator ROBERTS, has. We at the CIA. haul of the tax code that would drastically both have confidence in his ability, be- I am encouraged that Director Goss cut, if not eliminate, taxes on savings and investment .... cause it appears to us that Director is willing to shake things up at the Goss is doing exactly what he told Con- CIA. I hope he employs the same vigor I want to read just for a moment an gress he would do, and that is to make in getting the rest of the intelligence op-ed piece that appeared in the Wash- changes in order to improve the CIA. community to work together and share ington Post. It is an op-ed piece writ- Why are we surprised or critical that information with each other. ten by I believe the second richest man there is a change with new leadership? Some of the people who are leaving in the world, Warren Buffett. Warren is Obviously, changing means there are and whining, I question their mettle. a charming, delightful man. I had the going to be some people who are going There are thousands of soldiers and opportunity to get to know him some. to be displaced. We thank them for marines in Afghanistan and Iraq, in- He has been incredibly successful as an their service and wish them well. But cluding special forces, who are yelled American businessman. He wrote an why are we arguing over the fact that at every day by their sergeants, not to op-ed piece about taxes and the tax some people are going to be removed or mention being shot at and living in the burden that I want to read into the replaced? mud. I am glad they all have the for- RECORD. Director Goss testified at his con- titude to say: I am not going to quit I ask unanimous consent to print his firmation hearing that he would make because I am yelled at or somebody entire op-ed piece in the RECORD. It is changes that emphasize the CIA’s mis- doesn’t like what I am doing. entitled ‘‘Dividend Voodoo.’’ sions and capability and focus on deliv- Perhaps these CIA officers should re- There being no objection, the mate- ering a better product to the President member their mission and work with rial was ordered to be printed in the and Congress. That is because, as I the DCI as the quiet service, keep their RECORD, as follows: said, we have had report after report, mouths shut, and work within the sys- [From the Washington Post, May 20, 2003] including the Senate’s inquiry that we tem to provide the best intelligence for DIVIDEND VOODOO spent a lot of time putting together, the administration, for the Congress, (By Warren Buffett) that shows failures at many levels and for the warfighters who need to The annual Forbes 400 lists prove that— within the CIA, resulting in an inad- rely on it and whose lives depend upon with occasional blips—the rich do indeed get equate product presented to us and the it. richer. Nonetheless, the Senate voted last administration. The status quo is not Parochialism is one of the CIA’s big- week to supply major aid to the rich in their acceptable. gest problems. These career CIA offi- pursuit of even greater wealth. Director Goss has a very big chal- The Senate decided that the dividends an cers, while having valuable experience, individual receives should be 50 percent free lenge ahead of him. We need to give also carry the baggage of being resist- of tax in 2003, 100 percent tax-free in 2004 him room to address it. Change is ant to change. The status quo may be through 2006 and then again fully taxable in tough, people don’t like it, but it is comfortable to them, but it is dan- 2007. The mental flexibility the Senate dem- necessary. Take two aspirins and call gerous to the country. onstrated in crafting these zigzags is breath- me in the morning. Sit back and take We on the Intelligence Committee taking. What it has put in motion, though, is a deep breath and don’t get upset be- have heard CIA officers say that every- clear: If enacted, these changes would fur- cause he is making changes. thing is just fine, no changes are need- ther tilt the tax scales toward the rich. There are some critics who are going Let me, as a member of that non-endan- ed. Those people are clearly in a state gered species, give you an example of how after him tooth and toenail. I believe of denial. the scales are currently balanced. The taxes the New York Times had a headline We on the Intelligence Committee I pay to the federal government, including today that said ‘‘New CIA Chief Tells take our oversight responsibilities seri- the payroll tax that is paid for me by my em- Workers to Back Administration Poli- ously and will, of course, address legiti- ployer, Berkshire Hathaway, are roughly the

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:33 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.101 S18PT1 S11466 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 same proportion of my income—about 30 per- a Social Security tax ‘‘holiday’’ or give a require them to shower at night. Some cent—as that paid by the receptionist in our flat-sum rebate to people with low incomes. people work outside. Some people work office. My case is not atypical—my earnings, Putting $1,000 in the pockets of 310,000 fami- indoors. Some people have income from like those of many rich people, are a mix of lies with urgent needs is going to provide far wages. Some people have income from capital gains and ordinary income—nor is it more stimulus to the economy than putting affected by tax shelters (I’ve never used any). the same $310 million in my pockets. dividends or earnings or royalties of As it works out, I pay a somewhat higher When you listen to tax-cut rhetoric, re- some type. rate for my combination of salary, invest- member that giving one class of taxpayer a So the question is how should the ment and capital gain income than our re- ‘‘break’’ requires—now or down the line— Tax Code treat all of this? I ask this ceptionist does. But she pays a far higher that an equivalent burden be imposed on question: Which is more worthy, work portion of her income in payroll taxes than other parties. In other words, if I get a or investment? Or are they equally I do. break, someone else pays. Government can’t worthy? And if so, if work is as worthy She’s not complaining: Both of us know we deliver a free lunch to the country as a as investment, then why would one de- were lucky to be born in America. But I was whole. It can, however, determine who pays luckier in that I came wired at birth with a for lunch. And last week the Senate handed cide to treat investment income with talent for capital allocation—a valuable abil- the bill to the wrong party. such preferences in the Tax Code? And ity to have had in this country during the Supporters of making dividends tax-free why would one decide to tax work and past half-century. Credit America for most like to paint critics as promoters of class exempt investment? Why would one de- of this value, not me. If the receptionist and warfare. The fact is, however, that their pro- cide to say we are going to take out I had both been born in, say, Bangladesh, the posal promotes class welfare. For my class. this activity called work and sock it story would have been far different. There, Mr. DORGAN. It reads: with a tax, and we are going to take the market value of our respective talents Let me, as a member of that non-endan- out this activity called investment and would not have varied greatly. gered species, give you an example of how Now the Senate says that dividends should make it tax exempt? What is the value the scales are currently balanced. be tax-free to recipients. Suppose this meas- system that says let’s tax work but ex- ure goes through and the directors of Berk- He means with the Tax Code. Again, empt investment? shire Hathaway (which does not now pay a this is the second richest man in the I think the value system, although I dividend) therefore decide to pay $1 billion in world. do not subscribe to this, is one that dividends next year. Owning 31 percent of The taxes I pay to the federal government, says the most important element in Berkshire, I would receive $310 million in ad- including the payroll tax that is paid for me this business cycle of ours, in this free ditional income, owe not another dime in by my employer, Berkshire Hathaway, are enterprise system, is investment. federal tax, and see my tax rate plunge to 3 roughly the same proportion of my income— percent. Investment is very important, there about 30 percent—as that paid by the recep- is no question about that. But so, too, And our receptionist? She’d still be paying tionist in our office. My case is not atypi- about 30 percent, which means she would be cal—my earnings, like those of many rich is work. Let me read something I put contributing about 10 times the proportion people, are a mix of capital gains and ordi- in the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD in 1996 in of her income that I would to such govern- nary income—nor is it affected by tax shel- the Senate. It was about a fellow who I ment pursuits as fighting terrorism, waging ters (I’ve never used any). As it works out, I think is a hero. I have only met him wars and supporting the elderly. Let me repay a somewhat higher rate for my combina- once. I did not know him at all at that peat the point: Her overall federal tax rate tion of salary, investment and capital gains point. I read about him in the Min- would be 10 times what my rate would be. income than our receptionist does. But she When I was young, President Kennedy neapolis Tribune as I came through the pays a far higher portion of her income in Minneapolis Airport one morning. His asked Americans to ‘‘pay any price, bear any payroll taxes than I do. burden’’ for our country. Against that chal- name is Robert Naegele, and this re- lenge, the 3 percent overall federal tax rate His point is that he and the recep- lates to the point of value of work rel- I would pay—if a Berkshire dividend were to tionist pay about the same percentage ative to value of investment. be tax-free—seems a bit light. of their income. Understand, this is the Robert Naegele and his wife Ellis did Administration officials say that the $310 second richest man in the world and million suddenly added to my wallet would something very extraordinary, some- his receptionist in his office. thing that surprised me when I read it stimulate the economy because I would in- Then he says: vest it and thereby create jobs. But they in the Minneapolis Star Tribune that Now the Senate says that dividends should conveniently forget that If Berkshire kept morning at the Minneapolis Airport. be tax-free to recipients. Suppose this meas- the money, it would invest that same ure goes through and the directors of Berk- He owned a company called amount, creating jobs as well. Rollerblade, a very successful com- The Senate’s plan invites corporations—in- shire Hathaway (which does not now pay a dividend) therefore decide to pay $1 billion in pany, the largest company producing deed, virtually commands them—to contort inline skates in America, rollerblades. their behavior in a major way. Were the plan dividends next year. Owning 31 percent of to be enacted, shareholders would logically Berkshire, I would receive $310 million in ad- Most people know about rollerblades. respond by asking the corporations they own ditional income, owe not another dime in I happen to like to rollerblade. I enjoy to pay no more dividends in 2003, when they federal tax, and see my tax rate plunge to 3 rollerblading. So he owned and was would be partially taxed, but instead to pay percent. And our receptionist? She’d still be chairman of this company called the skipped amounts in 2004, when they’d be paying the 30 percent, which means she Rollerblade. tax-free. Similarly, in 2006, the last year of would be contributing about 10 times the He sold the company after it was the plan, companies should pay double their proportion of her income that I would to such government pursuits as fighting ter- very successful, and he made an enor- normal dividend and then avoid dividends al- mous amount of money. Just before together in 2007. rorism, waging wars and supporting the el- Overall, it’s hard to conceive of anything derly. Let me repeat the point: Her overall Christmas in the year 1996, just after sillier than the schedule the Senate has laid federal tax rate would be 10 times what my he sold this company and made a sub- out. Indeed, the first President Bush had a rate would be. stantial amount of money, he decided name for such activities: ‘‘voodoo econom- I read that into the CONGRESSIONAL he was going to return some of the ics.’’ The manipulation of enactment and RECORD because I thought it was a fas- profits from the sale of that company sunset dates of tax changes is Enron-style cinating description by Warren Buffett, to the employees who worked in that accounting, and a Congress that has recently one of the richest men in the world, company. He did not tell any of the demanded honest corporate numbers should about the issue of deciding that divi- workers about it. They began opening now look hard at its own practices. Proponents of cutting tax rates on dividends should get extraordinarily pref- what they thought were Christmas dends argue that the move will stimulate the erential tax treatment. In fact, some cards from the previous owner of this economy. A large amount of stimulus, of say we should eliminate the tax on sav- company, Mr. Naegele and his wife. course, should already be on the way from ings and investment, therefore, ex- It turns out it was, in fact, a Christ- the huge and growing deficit the government empting interest, dividends, and cap- mas card with a check. The check was is now running. I have no strong views on ital gains from tax. computed on the basis of the number of whether more action on this front is war- We have a lot of people who do dif- months these people had worked for ranted. But if it is, don’t cut the taxes of ferent things. Some people work hard. the company. It was an amount of people with huge portfolios of stocks held directly. (Small investors owning stock held Some people invest and clip coupons. money that he wanted to return to the through 401(k)s are already tax-favored.) In- Some people get up and shower in the employees as a result of the profit he stead, give reductions to those who both morning. Some people work hard in dif- had made from selling this company need and will spend the money gained. Enact ficult jobs, labor jobs and others that that made rollerblades.

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He said: I did this because while I to create a new reality here, suggesting as we have to pay for everything else. was very fortunate to run a very suc- that somehow there is one element of The question isn’t whether there cessful company, I understand that this system of capitalism that is so should be a tax system. There is a sys- this company was successful because of much more important than the others. tem by which we collect taxes. The the wonderful men and women who I do not believe that is the case. I be- question is how should that system be worked there. They worked in the lieve all of this fits together like the constructed so that it is fair to all plant. They worked in shipping. They picture of a puzzle. A significant part Americans. worked in manufacturing. They worked of America’s progress has been the I look forward to a debate this com- in the finance area. They made this worker and the ethic of work and the ing year in which we talk about tax re- company. They were this company. value of work. form and changing our tax system be- They helped make me successful, and I We will work together to overhaul cause I think this is a system that is made a lot of money. But I want to this country’s tax system. But I will ripe for change. But it is critically im- share it with those workers. not be a part of a system that says let’s portant that we have a discussion I thought, what a wonderful story. decide to impose a burden on the recep- about the tax burden and what is fair. What a heroic thing to do, to finally tionist in the office that is 10 times the The President announced today he is recognize something that has been so burden we will impose on the world’s going to have a commission, which is a lost in this country in recent years: the second richest man. That is not a value good thing. I hope that all viewpoints value and the worth of the workers who system that makes sense to me. will be involved in that commission. perform the work, who make these Oh, some will come here and say: But You can get a commission to propose companies. we have to do that to incentivize almost anything here in this town. I These days, employees are too often growth. That doesn’t incentivize saw a few of the names on that com- treated like a wrench: Use it, use it up, growth. That retards fairness, but it mission, and I certainly think it needs throw it away; it is just another tool. doesn’t incentivize growth. some more energy and some more Mr. Naegele understood an employee is We have a lot to do to fix this tax thought from other points on the com- not just another tool. An employee is a system of ours. I proposed in the past pass. part of the personality and produc- and will again a way with respect to But I would say to the President, I tivity of that company. The work is as the current income tax system to re- think the Congress will welcome a de- important as the investment. It is move the burden of some 70 to 80 mil- bate about overhauling the Tax Code. workers and management. It is work- lion Americans from even having to But if it is proposed that we decide, for ers and investors. All of it together file a tax return. We don’t need to have example, that dividends, interest and makes a company and makes a com- the streets clogged on April 15 for peo- capital gains income shall be elimi- pany successful. Very seldom do you ple to get to the post office to get their nated from the tax rolls, we will wel- see that ethic exist these days in how tax returns postmarked. We can and come that debate with a very aggres- people look at these companies. But I should dramatically simplify this tax sive discussion about what is the value put something in the Senate RECORD on system. But we should not take a giant of work and why should we diminish January 10, 1996, paying tribute to this step in the direction of deciding there the value of work. fellow. are some who will pay a substantial I indicated earlier today about the I tell that story today because it de- amount more than others, in reverse ‘‘good enough’’ description, by Ma Fer- scribes the value of work and the un- order here, with the highest amounts guson, the former Governor of Texas. I derstanding of what work contributes being paid by those who are least able will not recall that story again, but if to this country, to the innovation of its to afford it, and the lowest amounts a 5.25-percent tax rate is good enough business community, and to the capa- being paid by those who are most able for companies who move their jobs bility of what America can offer its to afford it. overseas, why is it not good enough for employees in the free enterprise sys- We are blessed to be a part of this all Americans? If a zero-percent tax tem. great country. We could have been born rate is good enough for those earning The question of how we tax is very anywhere. We could live anywhere. We dividends, why is it not good enough important. We must build roads, we share this planet with 6 billion people for the wages of workers. must provide for our country’s com- and, through God’s grace, somehow we Let me just show you, if you exempt mon defense, we must build schools and ended up here. There is not another investment income from taxation, the educate children, we must provide place like it. It is our job to take what top 10 percent get most of the benefit— health care to those who cannot pro- we have inherited and make it better. $463 billion in realized dividend, capital vide for themselves—there are things They say we inherit this from our gain and interest income. The bottom we must do. So we must pay a tax. folks and borrow it from our children. 90 percent have far less. The question of how we impose that This great democracy of ours, includ- So you see, if you eliminate divi- tax burden on the American people is ing the progress over two centuries dends, for example, from taxation, a very important. And this ethic, some- now that I am very proud of, requires massive amount of the tax breaks goes how this notion, this value system that nurturing and constant attention. Yes, to the same old corner that it always says, oh, by the way, let’s tax work and one of the controversial and difficult goes, those who have the most. exempt investment, is one that I think areas has always been, How do you Bob Wills and his Texas Playboys relates directly to values. raise the revenue to do that which is used to have a line in their 1930s song: What is the value system that tells necessary in our Government? The little bee sucks the blossom us work is less worthy than other en- We can debate about how large gov- And the big bee gets the honey. terprises? Work is not less worthy than ernment should or should not be. My The little guy picks the cotton other enterprises. It is an important colleague from Oklahoma will follow And the big guy makes the money. part of what has helped build this me today. He is working, probably Every time we focus on tax reform country. today—I suspect almost every day for we find the same thing, especially in I do not diminish at all entrepreneurs months and months, on this question recent years. and investors. They are an important of, How do we construct a new highway Let me again say I am all for chang- part of this. But so, too, is the impor- program? What amount of money is ing our Tax Code in ways that are tant labor force in this country. necessary? With what formula shall it thoughtful. We ought to simplify it. I taught economics for a brief period be distributed? That is really impor- But we ought to resist efforts that will in college. Samuelson, Econ. 101, you tant work. That is an investment in make it more unfair and strive to move

VerDate Aug 04 2004 00:33 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.106 S18PT1 S11468 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 towards efforts that will make the bur- Also, we learned a lesson following Then 9/11 came along. Here we are in den fair to all Americans. That has cer- World War I when they raised taxes. It a war. tainly not been the case in recent brought a lot of revenue into the sys- I can tell you that the three factors years. My hope is when we next see a tem to fight World War I. When it was which caused the deficit are factors proposal dealing with America’s Tax over, they decided they would go ahead that we are overcoming as we are Code that we will see something that and reduce the taxes because they did speaking. But you might as well hold represents some semblance of fairness. not need the revenue anymore. They your breath for a while because the war Otherwise there is likely to be a debate were shocked to find out when they re- is going to last a while. breaking out in the Senate, which duced the taxes that the revenue in- f would be a very healthy thing, in my creased. TRIBUTES TO RETIRING judgment. Then again, a very smart President, SENATORS I yield the floor. one I admired very much, was the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- President of the United States by the DON NICKLES ator from Oklahoma. name of Kennedy. When President Ken- Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I am so Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I have a nedy was in office we were expanding a pleased that I have a chance a say a number of things to address. I have lot of the things in the social programs few good words about my colleague, been listening with great interest to in this country. He said we have to DON NICKLES. It is hard to talk about my very good friend from North Da- have more money, and we have to raise DON NICKLES. I remember him when he kota. I bow to his superior knowledge more revenue to take care of these pro- was in the State senate. I believe DON in economics. I was not aware that he grams. John Kennedy was a Democrat, NICKLES at that time was the president was a professor of economics, or taught not a Republican. He said the best way of the College Republicans in Okla- economics. They say confession is good to raise revenue was to reduce mar- homa. I remember going to Ponca City for the soul. I will say to my friend ginal rates. So he reduced marginal and giving a speech at his invitation. from North Dakota, I went to nine dif- rates, and sure enough, that opened it Afterwards, he showed just an incred- ferent colleges and universities, all of up and revenue increased. ible interest in politics. This was back them night school where I was sta- Another person came in the White in the 1970s. He ran for State senate. I tioned when I was in the military. I re- House, Ronald Reagan, in 1980. He said believe it was in 1978. And he won. member once I got out I backed a truck the same thing. He actually reduced Midway through that term, in 1980, a up to the University of Tulsa and the top bracket rate from some 95 per- seat opened and he decided he was shoved off all my transcripts, and they cent down to about 25 percent; and all going to run for the U.S. Senate. Ev- looked at it and said: You are an econ- other brackets, too. Everybody got in erybody laughed. Who is this kid, any- omist. So that is where I got my back- on that good deal. The largest tax re- way? He was about 30 years old. He still ground in economics. duction in the history of America suc- looks like he is about 35 years old. At Mr. DORGAN. If the Senator will cessfully reduced taxes and increased that time he looked like he was about yield for a moment, I would say I was revenue. 18 years old. actually not a professor. I did teach ec- The evidence of that, if you look at He ran and defeated some of the real onomics at the college briefly, but I the total revenue that came from mar- heavyweights in the State. Then he was able to overcome that experience. ginal rates in the 1980s, was $244 bil- came and served in the Senate. Mr. INHOFE. Well, good. lion. In 1990, it was $466 billion. It al- I understand that in those early I would like to make a couple of com- most doubled in that decade, that 10- years they wouldn’t let him ride the ments. That is not what I am here to year period. It was the largest reduc- Members’ elevators because they didn’t talk about today. But this President tion of taxes in this Nation’s history. believe he was a Member. They thought has a commitment to do something I hope those who will be engaging in he was a page. about our tax system. I know there is class warfare and are going to be talk- Nonetheless, DON NICKLES started a lot of class warfare that goes on and ing about how this is unfair and how proving himself. I watched him mature people are always talking about taxes the rich need to be paying more taxes in this job. As the years went by, every and that the poor people are paying all keep in mind that the people who are time a 6-year period ended, he would the taxes. It is kind of interesting that paying the taxes are middle-income talk about dropping out. But we talked this President wants to make a dra- Americans. These are the people who him into running. matic change in the tax structure. need the relief. They need to have more Finally, he decided he needed to do When I go back to my State of Okla- opportunities to do more with the something else with his life and do homa, no matter where I go the people money. That is how you increase reve- what is in the best interests of his fam- are all united in saying they really nues. ily. want to have something different. I hear a lot of people complaining But he grew with the ability to offer The interesting thing is, I was riding about this President and the fact we expertise that I haven’t seen in the yesterday with a CPA from Oklahoma have the deficit. Obviously, we have Senate since I have been here, and I and said: If we are successful in dra- the deficit for three reasons. have been here for 10 years. I have matically simplifying the Tax Code, No. 1, we had a recession. This Presi- watched DON NICKLES as he matured, as why would you support that because dent inherited a recession. That start- he gained knowledge in areas and ex- you might be out of work? ed in March of 2000. With the economic pertise in not just one isolated area but He said: I would gladly do it. I can al- activity low, you have to use the for- in all areas. When he stands up to talk, ways find something else. It is unfair mula that for each 1-percent increase everybody is quiet. They want to listen and it is a system that needs to be in economic activity it produces $46 to him because they know he knows cleaned up. billion in new revenue. So it was way what he is talking about. I would only caution people who are down. I can recall when ELIZABETH DOLE watching what is going on in this No. 2, he had succeeded President was first elected. We were making a Chamber, when we get into a discus- Clinton where he had cut the defense tribute to DON NICKLES about 3 months sion of changing the Tax Code, every spending down to the bone with the after she was here. She said: I have time there is someone who suggests myth floating around that somehow watched him talk about the budget. I that you lower the marginal rates of the cold war was over; we didn’t need a have watched him talk about how you taxation, they assume that this is an military anymore. We were down to finance Government. I have watched unjust burden on the lower income peo- about half the Army divisions, down in him go through all these very difficult ple. tactical airwings, and half in ships, things, and I have been here 3 months In fact, when this President did it he down 300 from 600. Then we realized we and I have to confess I don’t even know was lowering the tax rate on people were in a more hostile world. By the what he is talking about. I said: ELIZA- who paid taxes. Obviously, if you don’t time President George W. Bush had to BETH, don’t feel bad. I have been here 10 pay taxes, you can’t lower the rate. start rebuilding the military, our mod- years and I still don’t know what he is That is what he was faced with. ernization programs had stopped. talking about.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:47 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.108 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11469 DON NICKLES developed that level of Oklahoma City, OK, who died in the thoughts and prayers are with his fam- expertise that other people do not. It is name of freedom in Iraq on 8 July 2004. ily for the loss of such a special man. because he studies. He works. He moved to Oklahoma City from On behalf of the U.S. Senate, I ask He is going to be sorely missed by a Altus, OK and began attending John that we pay tribute to Sergeant Galvan lot of people around here because of Marshall High School. and the men and women like him, who what he had to offer and because of the Specialist Sampler saw the Army as know the true meaning of service and contributions he has made. an opportunity for focus and direction sacrifice. These men and women have I am 15 years older than DON NICK- and joined in 2001. He was deployed to tasted freedom, and wish to ensure LES. I have been his junior Senator. I Iraq with 1st Battalion, 26th Infantry that freedom for those who have never guess it is now time I become senior Regiment, 1st Infantry Division based experienced it. I honor the memory of Senator. in Schweinfurt, Germany. In serving our sons and daughters who have died I will miss his expertise, his charm, his country, Sonny Sampler did not for this noble cause, and especially the his humor, and most of all I will miss shy away from his other duties. In the memory of Oklahoma’s son, Daniel Lee him because he is my brother. I will words of Maj. Gen. Douglas Dollar, Galvan. miss him dearly. Don, it is going to be ‘‘This young man was willing to go to CPL NATHANIEL T. HAMMOND goodbye to you but hang around. We a strange land and fight for people he Mr. President, I rise to honor the look forward to working with you and didn’t know.’’ It is the same young memory of a brave young American accepting your advice because I know man who sold some belongings to pay who gave his life defending the Nation. it will be there when we need it. for a flight from Germany back to the He felt a call to serve his country, to The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- United States at Christmas to surprise be part of something bigger than him- ator from Oklahoma is recognized. his mother. Such a family man is to be self, and for that call he paid the high- Mr. INHOFE. I thank the Chair. much valued. est price. (The remarks of Mr. INHOFE per- Specialist Sampler was tragically Cpl Nathaniel T. Hammond was as- taining to the introduction of S. 2997 killed when he was searching the Iraqi signed to the Marine Reserves’ 2nd Bat- are located in today’s RECORD under National Guard Headquarters for sur- talion, 24th Marine Regiment, 4th Ma- ‘‘Statements on Introduced Bills and vivors, following an allied attack. rine Division in Chicago. Nathan Joint Resolutions.’’) When the ruins underwent an attack by wasn’t a native Oklahoman—he was insurgents, Sonny Sampler and five born and raised in Brighton, MO, where f other U.S. soldiers died. He was 23 he graduated from high school in 1998 HONORING OUR ARMED FORCES years old. and then joined the Marines, but he Our thoughts and prayers are with lived in Tulsa and had trained with the CPL. JOSEPH L. NICE this American hero’s family and Anti-Tank Training Company, a Ma- Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I rise friends at this very difficult time. We rine Reserve unit, in Broken Arrow. today to honor Marine LCpl. Joseph L. should never cease to be proud of this On November 8 in Babil province, Nice from Nicoma Park, OK, who made man. Iraq, he was killed in an insurgent at- the ultimate sacrifice for his country SGT DANIEL LEE GALVAN tack. He gave his life for the freedom on August 4, 2004. This fourth-genera- Mr. President, we also pay homage to of millions of Americans, and also for tion soldier died defending the freedom Sgt Daniel Lee Galvan, who joined the the peace and prosperity of the Iraqi he enjoyed and fighting to ensure it for Army to realize his childhood dream of people only now beginning to recover others. working with helicopters. Earlier this from decades under a totalitarian re- Lance Corporal Nice moved to year, Sergeant Galvan made the ulti- gime. Nicoma Park, OK from Newark, NJ, in mate sacrifice for his country—his life. Corporal Hammond had a long-held 1998. He was a gifted young man—a mu- Sergeant Galvan was a dedicated de- desire to serve the military as a mem- sician, artist and sportsman, who used fender of America who followed his fa- ber of the Special Forces, but even as a these gifts in the marching band and ther into the military. For this service member of the Marine Reserve, he was on the soccer team at Choctaw High and his sacrifice, I am proud to honor ‘‘doing what he wanted to do and what School. From the age of 5, he had him in the Senate today. the loved to do,’’ according to a child- longed to follow in the footsteps of his Daniel Galvan was born in Fort Ord, hood friend and fellow soldier. His par- father, his grandfathers, and his uncle CA, but later moved to Moore, OK, ents have described how Nathan in serving in the military. After weigh- where he joined the Army reserve after evinced the selfless attitude toward ing this tradition and putting on hold high school but enlisted in 1996 to ful- service to country that is so evident in his plans to study law, Joseph Nice de- fill what he saw as his calling to be a all our military men and women. cided to join the Marine Corps in June soldier. Though he knew a career in the We are all glad Nathan Hammond 2003. military would enable him to provide was willing to serve. His loss is griev- Lance Corporal Nice was assigned to for his family, the paycheck was never ous to all of us. Our thoughts are with 3rd Battalion, 7th Marines, 1st Marine his primary motivation. In the words his parents and the rest of his family Division, I Marine Expeditionary Force of his wife, Sonya, ‘‘He joined because back in Missouri. At the same time, we stationed at Marine Corps Air Ground he believed in the cause. He believed in recognize his valor and commitment. It Combat Center at Twentynine Palms, the military. And he was proud to wear is for men like Nathan Hammond that CA. His unit was deployed to Iraq in the uniform and honored to be an I am proud to be a part of this great February 2004, where Lance Corporal American.’’ Sergeant Galvan was a hel- country. He was a special soldier, a Nice and his fellow Marines faced daily icopter crew chief with the 2nd Bat- true Oklahoman, and a true American. attacks in the Anbar province. During talion (Assault), 25th Aviation Regi- PFC NACHEZ WASHALANTA II one of these attacks on August 4, 2004, ment, 25th Infantry Division (Light), Mr. President, I honor the memory of Joseph Nice was killed. based out of Schofield Barracks in Ha- a courageous young Oklahoman who I represent the State of Oklahoma in waii. died while defending his Nation. Ma- paying my condolences to the family of On August 12, 2004, the Black Hawk rine PFC Nachez Washalanta II grew this American hero. A friend of his said helicopter that was transporting Ser- up in the great State of Oklahoma, about him: ‘‘If you had a problem, he geant Galvan and fourteen other sol- went to school in Ardmore and Silo, was always there for you.’’ Through his diers in Afghanistan developed me- and joined the Marines in April 2002. service in Iraq, LCpl Joseph Nice dem- chanical problems and crashed near the The road wasn’t always smooth for onstrated his worthiness to receive this Pakistani border. The fourteen others Wash, as his fellow Marines called him. highest compliment. Our thoughts and were wounded, but Daniel Lee Galvan, He grew up in a foster home with four prayers are with his family and friends an honorable Oklahoman and example other boys, and got his GED instead of today. for us all, paid the ultimate price. Ser- graduating from high school. Eventu- ARMY SPC. SONNY G. SAMPLER geant Galvan left behind his wife as ally, Private Washalanta found a home Mr. President, we also pay homage to well as two children, his daughter Au- with the United States Marine Corps. Army SPC Sonny G. Sampler from drey, 13, and his son Joseph, 11. Our He was the driver of a light-armored

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He latched onto that and unfortunate pain that comes with the chance in Iraq. loved it.’’ It was clear that from a loss of our heroes, I hope that families Private Washlanta was a member of young age, Morgan felt compelled to like Morgan’s can find comfort in the the 1st Light-Armored Reconnaissance serve his country in the Armed Forces, words of the prophet Isaiah who said, Battalion, 1st Marine Division, I Ma- just as his grandfather had done. ‘‘He will swallow up death in victory; rine Expeditionary Force from Camp Morgan was the thirty-seventh Hoo- and the Lord God will wipe away tears Pendleton, CA. He paid the ultimate sier soldier to be killed while serving from off all faces.’’ price. When you think about these five his country in Operation Iraqi Free- May God grant strength and peace to great Oklahomans, as well as others dom. He was assigned to the Kilo Com- those who mourn, and may God be with around the country, and some 1,100 who pany, 3rd Battalion, 1st Marines, Regi- all of you, as I know He is with Mor- have lost their lives, it is a shame that mental Combat Team-1, 1st Marine Di- gan. so many people in America do not un- vision, Camp Pendleton, CA. This brave f derstand what these soldiers under- young soldier leaves behind his father FAREWELL stand. and stepmother, Gary and Janet; his Mr. President, I have the honor of mother and stepfather, Linda and Tim- Mr. BREAUX. Mr. President and col- being, I guess, the second or third othy; his grandparents, Onza and Es- leagues, the last time anyone does any- ranking member of the Senate Armed telle Morgan; his grandfather, William thing in their career or in their life, I Services Committee. Consequently, I Strader; his sisters, Amber, Jessica and think it is a time for a certain degree may have made more trips over to Iraq Rachel; and his brothers, Brian, Chris of sadness and a certain degree of nos- and Afghanistan than anyone else. I and Matthew. talgic remembrance of the times past. am always approached by these young Today, I join Morgan’s family, his This evening will probably be my last people. They say: Why is it, Senator, friends and the entire Hoosier commu- opportunity to address this body as a that the people back home don’t appre- nity in mourning his death. While we Member, as a Member of the Senate, ciate what we are doing? These people struggle to bear our sorrow over this representing my great and wonderful are dedicated, and they know exactly loss, we can also take pride in the ex- State of Louisiana. While some would say, well, it has to what they are doing. Unfortunately, we ample he set, bravely fighting to make be a very difficult time to speak for the have a media that tries to demean ev- the world a safer place. It is his cour- last time on the floor of the Senate, erything they are doing. And I give the age and strength of character that peo- looking back at all the great memo- assurance to these young people that ple will remember when they think of ries, I look back with nothing but even though it might be that the net- Morgan, a memory that will burn great pleasure over the many years I works, CNN, and the New York Times brightly during these continuing days have spent in the Senate as well as in and the Washington Post do not know of conflict and grief. the House of Representatives. and appreciate what they are doing, we Morgan was known for his dedication I have been very honored to serve and do, the real people of America. And to family and his love of country. When be elected seven times to the other they are heroes. looking back on Morgan’s life, his fa- body, serving 14 years as a Member of I think most of our young people re- ther, Gary, recalled to the Indianapolis alize our country is facing the greatest the House, representing southwest Star a conversation that he had with Louisiana—it was a great and wonder- risk it has ever faced. This is not con- his son shortly before his departure for ful time—and then moving on to the ventional warfare. This is not some- a second tour in Iraq. Gary was trying Senate 18 years ago, representing the thing that is predictable. Sometimes I to convince his son that he had done entire State of Louisiana. say I look back wistfully at the days of his part and his service was complete. So when you look back over those the Cold War where we had two super- Morgan told his father upon deciding years, I think a lot of people would say: powers, and they were predictable. We to reenlist, ‘‘ Dad, the guys in my unit Well, it is your last speech, and it must were predictable, they were predict- aren’t experienced in this . . . I need to be a very nostalgic time, and you real- able. This is totally unpredictable, but help them.’’ Morgan died in the same ly are sad. I am not. I am pleased. I am it is a war that has to be won. I pay fashion in which he had lived by put- happy. I am overwhelmed with the op- homage not just to those Oklahomans I ting the well-being of others before his portunity that was presented to me for mentioned today, but all who are there own. Today and always, Morgan will be those 32 years in the Congress to serve and many who have paid the ultimate remembered by family members, the people of Louisiana in one capacity price for our freedom right here in this friends and fellow Hoosiers as a true or another, both in the House, as well country. American hero and we honor the sac- as in this Chamber. SGT MORGAN W. STRADER rifice he made while dutifully serving Thirty-five years ago, I, with my Mr. BAYH. Mr. President, I rise his country. wife, came to Washington for the very today with a heavy heart and deep As I search for words to do justice in first time as a young staff person, leg- sense of gratitude to honor the life of a honoring Morgan’s sacrifice, I am re- islative assistant, having just gotten brave young man from Brownsburg, IN. minded of President Lincoln’s remarks out of law school. I worked in the Sev- Sgt Morgan W. Strader, 23 years old, as he addressed the families of the fall- enth Congressional District office for died on November 12. After completing en soldiers in Gettysburg: ‘‘We cannot then-Congressman Edwin Edwards. It his enlistment, Morgan voluntarily ex- dedicate, we cannot consecrate, we was a great learning period for me. tended his service, choosing to accom- cannot hallow this ground. The brave Shortly after serving as a staff per- pany his unit back to Iraq—a selfless men, living and dead, who struggled son, there was a vacancy that was cre- choice that would cost him his life. here, have consecrated it, far above our ated, and I ran for that vacancy as a Morgan was shot while conducting poor power to add or detract. The young 28-year-old member of the Bar combat operations in the Al Anbar world will little note nor long remem- Association in my State. I ran for Con- Province of Iraq. With his entire life ber what we say here, but it can never gress and had a slogan I remember before him, Morgan risked everything forget what they did here.’’ This state- back then, when I was 28, when I was to fight for the values Americans hold ment is just as true today as it was running for Congress for the first time. close to our hearts, in a land halfway nearly 150 years ago, as I am certain My slogan was: ‘‘Experience makes the around the world. that the impact of Morgan’s actions difference.’’ Before moving to Crossville, TN, will live on far longer than any record Most of the people I was running Morgan attended school in of these words. against were old enough to be my Brownsburg. Morgan graduated from It is my sad duty to enter the name grandfather or grandparent, certainly high school and followed in his grand- of Morgan W. Strader in the official old enough to be my parent. Yet I had father’s footsteps by joining the mili- record of the U.S. Senate for his serv- the audacity to print the slogan on a tary. Morgan’s father, Gary, told the ice to this country and for his profound bumper sticker that ‘‘Experience Indianapolis Star that ‘‘He was a Ma- commitment to freedom, democracy makes the difference.’’

VerDate Aug 04 2004 02:47 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.069 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11471 Of course, it aggravated the heck out House, and Bob Michel was the Repub- Russell Long.’’ He said, ‘‘You’re not a of all the people I was running against lican leader. And Tip O’Neill and Bob Congressman.’’ I said, ‘‘Yes, sir, I am.’’ because they said: How dare someone Michel probably differed as much as He looked at me and walked off the ele- 28 years old talk about experience any two people you could possibly vator. Those Members are so wonderful making the difference; He has none. know in terms of philosophy in how to look back on, and it is interesting to Well, I was the only person running Government should work. Tip O’Neill see how things have developed. who ever worked in a congressional of- was an FDR liberal Democrat from I learned a great deal from Russell fice in Washington. I was the only per- Massachusetts, and Bob Michel was Long. He taught me how to work with son who had ever run a congressional from Peoria, IL, a middle America Re- people. He could get more done in the office in the district. And I was the publican. They did not agree on how evening over a bottle of bourbon than only lawyer who was running. I told Government should work necessarily we can get done by having months and the people in that first race that we from a philosophical standpoint, but months of hearings and hours of debate were electing someone to go to Wash- they knew how to make Government because he knew how to bring people ington and make laws, and I was the work. together. He had an incredibly great only lawyer running. Therefore, they They spoke more in one day back personality and sense of history of should vote for me. then than some of the leaders later on where he came from. And he learned That went over fairly well for a pe- spoke in a year because the House from his father who also served in this riod of time until all of my opponents changed to a position where now many body. realized 98 percent of the people were times leaders do not speak to each I also served with Bennett Johnston, not lawyers, and about 100 percent of other. I would suggest that government a great person who could work both them hated lawyers. So as soon as they was not any worse off when you had a sides of the aisle. He became chairman started articulating that different Tip O’Neill and a Bob Michel traveling of the Energy Committee and senior viewpoint on the function of lawyers, I together, playing golf together, drink- member of the Appropriations Com- started going down in the polls, and ing in the evening and having a cock- mittee. Bennett was outstanding. It thank goodness the election was only a tail together, playing golf together, was interesting because we never had a couple weeks later. betting on sporting events together, cross word politically. A lot of Mem- To make a long story short, we were which I know they did because they bers, I think, have natural competition elected back in 1972 and came to Wash- had a relationship that allowed them between Members of the same State, ington. I came with my wife Lois and to find out, What do we have to do to particularly if they are in different two very small children, John, Jr., and accomplish what we both realize is best parties. I have had the fortune to serve Bill Breaux. I remember we had to rent for this country? They were able to do only with members of the Democratic a U-Haul truck to come to Washington. that in a way that I thought was in- Party in the Senate. Bennett and I had I had never had an opportunity to be up credibly effective. a wonderful working relationship. He here. We came up, and I will always re- Hale Boggs swore me in to the House would take the lead on some things, member this: When we left Louisiana, of Representatives, a truly great ma- and I would try to take the lead on oth- my two sons did not want to go. My jority leader. I learned a great deal ers. It was a wonderful relationship. youngest son, the night before we left, from him and had a great deal of re- In the last several years, it has been when he was saying his prayers, said: spect for everything he taught me and MARY LANDRIEU, who I have seen de- Goodbye, God. We are moving to Wash- taught so many. velop into one of the greatest politi- ington. That was back then. My two sons, cians and greatest leaders of our State. My oldest son, who was about 4 or 5 who were crawling and saying their She comes from a great tradition, a at the time, ran away to a neighbor’s prayers before bed, are both 38 years of long tradition of outstanding public house and crawled under the house. In age. My oldest daughter, Beth, is 34 servants in the State of Louisiana, par- Louisiana, the houses are built off the and is married to a wonderful person ticularly in the city of New Orleans. ground. He ran under the house and named Jeff Shepardson; and now we She learned from the masters, and the would not come out. And we had my have three beautiful grandchildren, masters were her parents, brothers and mom Katie, my dad Ezra, my father-in- Anna Kate, Campbell, and C.J. sisters. They were all involved and law Lloyd, and my mother-in-law Doris Shepardson, age 2. Also, my youngest they do a wonderful job in representing who were all there watching us get into daughter, Julie, is now 28. our State in so many different capac- the U-Haul to go to Washington, and I So after you have been here a while, ities. had to crawl under the house and lit- you wake up one day and say where has So I have had a wonderful oppor- erally drag John, Jr., out from under all the time gone and how fast it went. tunity to serve with people from my the house and make him get into the I think about that often, but I also State who have been friends and out- U-Haul truck so we could move to think about all of the wonderful things standing colleagues, along with all of Washington. I finally got him here. I have been privileged to witness, the other folks that we have had the We came to Washington. I will al- watch, and participate in, in those 32 opportunity to serve with. I have ways remember we came here on a Sat- years in Congress. It has been a real looked at meeting people in Congress urday. I wanted to go to see the Capitol privilege and pleasure. I have had the not just as colleagues who were elected because I knew it was going to be such honor of serving with three great Sen- to public office, but I looked at each an impressive place. I remember that ators, including Russell Long, when he one of them as a potential friend. I night the Marine Corps Band was play- was the senior Senator from Louisiana learned a long time ago that you have ing, how they do in the springtime. and I was a House Member. I remember to understand where people come from They have concerts. They used to do coming over to see Russell when I first to appreciate what they are all about. that on the front steps. And they were got into the House of Representatives. I think many times we take a position having a concert. I thought they were I wanted to come and pay my respects. automatically that we don’t like some- playing the concert for me. I had been in Congress about a week. one because of where they are from or We were so delighted as a family to So I came over to the Senate and what party they are in, without delving be able to see our first impressions of walked up in the Senate office building into their backgrounds, why they say the U.S. Capitol, with the playing of to see Russell Long. I remember get- what they say, and who helps develop the band on a wonderful evening. It ting on the elevator and it went up to those ideas. was a great memory then, and it is still the second floor. The door opened and I remember when I was in the House, a great memory 35 years later. Senator Jim Eastland from Mississippi I served on the Public Works Com- In those days when I was in the got on. He looked at me—and I was on mittee with Bella Abzug, who many House, we had an arrangement, if you the Members elevator, which shows thought was the most liberal person in will. In those days when I arrived here, you the audacity I had even then. He the Congress. I remember Bella Abzug Carl Albert was Speaker of the House. looked at me and said, ‘‘Hey, boy, what telling me, you know, where I come And then Tip O’Neill became the are you doing here?’’ I said, ‘‘I am a from, in my congressional district, Democratic leader and Speaker of the Congressman and I am going to see they think I am too conservative. She

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I said to him: How do the people back stand their background and who they And that is fine, because we can argue in Louisiana take to that kind of represent, I think it helps you under- about success and not debate over fail- dress? stand how people of different positions ure and whose fault it was. The Amer- He said: You know, they would throw can be friends, because they are truly ican people would be better served if me out of office if I didn’t do these trying to represent their States the the debate here could be a debate about things. They expect that of me. best they can. It is not just because of how we accomplish something as op- I also went down to New Orleans with their politics but because of where they posed to why we didn’t get anything him and saw him in a musical perform- are from. done. ance with a zydeco band. He has musi- Let me say one other thing that I I leave with a great deal of apprecia- cal talent most people don’t know think we need to pay attention to in tion for everybody who helped me, in- about. this body, the Senate. That is, we cluding my staff, many of whom are in I tell you these things because people should not let outside forces dictate to the gallery. They helped me every day who follow the Senate, hear the speech- us how we treat each other and how we over and above the call of duty. I also es, look at positions on issues and look work together. Many times, when thank the people on the floor with me, at the party labels, forget that behind Democrats have a caucus lunch on including Diana Bostic and so many of each and every one of us is a real life Tuesday right outside this Chamber, the friends we have worked with, like story. Republicans are having theirs separate Lula, who was with Senator Long be- I love the story of your family com- from us at the same time. Many times, fore, and all of the other people. This ing to Washington, JOHN. It is a beau- we hear people call in from the outside has been a joint venture, to say the tiful story of packing up the kids and who are in public relations, PR men least. I leave with a great deal of opti- your first impression. Every one of us and women and pollsters, who spend an mism. has that story to tell. There are new inordinate amount of time telling us I am not leaving because I am un- Senators coming and saving up those how we can take actions that will show happy or because I am mad. I have en- stories in their own minds for the day how the other side is wrong and we are joyed every single minute of it. I have they stand behind that desk to say right. Right across the hall, the Repub- to admit that some minutes I have en- what it means to be one of the few licans are hearing some of the same joyed more than others, but by and Americans given a chance to serve in type of public relation firms arguing to large it has been a great and wonderful this great Chamber. them how they can posture themselves experience. I give nothing but the very We are going to miss JOHN BREAUX to be able to blame the Democrats for best to my colleagues and wish them and all that he brought to the Senate failure. nothing but the very best in the future. and all he brought to this Nation. He Back in the old days, we used to do Thank you, Mr. President. has been a problem solver. He has tried all this together. People would stand The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- to reach across the aisle over and over up and give their position, and the ator from Illinois. to create bipartisan coalitions. Some- other side would give theirs and find f times I was with him; sometimes I was out we are trying to accomplish the not. It did not make any difference be- same thing, coming at it from slightly TRIBUTES TO RETIRING cause it was a good-faith effort on JOHN different venues and in a slightly dif- SENATORS BREAUX’s part to serve his State and ferent direction. I always feel that if JOHN BREAUX this Nation. you only listen to yourself, you are Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, I am for- He has had a great career in the only going to hear an echo and you are tunate enough to have been here to House and the Senate. His departure never going to disagree. That is why it hear my colleague from Louisiana give will leave a gap in terms of quality is so important to hear the other side, his farewell speech. It was my good for- that many of us will work hard to fill. listen to what the other side has to tune to have served with him both in JOHN, I am honored I could serve with say, understand what they say. You the House and in the Senate. He is one you and that I could hear your parting don’t have to agree with them, but I of the favorites of both sides of the remarks this evening. I wish you and think you are a better person if you aisle. It is an amazing tribute to JOHN your family the very best. understand and your position becomes and his political career that he does Mr. President, I yield the floor. stronger if you know what the other have so many friends in the Senate. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Sen- side is going to argue. It makes your From the liberal wing to the conserv- ator from Alabama. position better and stronger. ative wing, Republicans, Democrats, FRITZ HOLLINGS But you also must realize that nei- North, South, East and West, you like Mr. SHELBY. Mr. President, I would ther party has a monopoly on the JOHN BREAUX. You like him because he like to take a few minutes to talk truth. Both sides have good ideas. The is a genuine person and also because he about our departing colleagues. I am real answer to this body and the House, comes from a State that is a lot of fun going to start with the senior Senator and for democracies everywhere, is try- and he is a lot of fun. Some of my best from South Carolina, the senior Sen- ing to take the best of what both sides memories of JOHN are his hard work ator after many years of waiting in the can offer and blend them in a package here and then his hard play at home. wings, and that is Senator FRITZ HOL- that simply makes Government work When he would invite us to New Orle- LINGS. for all of us. People back home are not ans for a Democratic leadership con- I first got to know FRITZ HOLLINGS so much concerned about who wins and ference and other meetings and show after I came to the Senate in 1986. My loses as they are about whether we are us his major city in his home State, it wife Annette and I have worked with getting the job done. Congress does not was always a treat. FRITZ and his wife Peatsy. We have have to be like a Super Bowl. In the Then occasionally he would export a traveled around the United States with Super Bowl, you have to have one team little bit of Louisiana to Washington them. We have been with them in their that is going to win and one that will and to the site of the Democratic Con- home. We visited them in Charleston. lose. If there is a tie, they have a play- vention, and it was always a sellout We traveled around the world with off and go into overtime until one team event. People wanted to be there. JOHN them. wins and one team loses. There is noth- never let them down. I saw him at the He is a unique individual, to say the ing wrong with the Congress trying to Los Angeles Convention where he gave least, but he has had, as the Presiding find ways to reach agreement and a little party—and I use that term ad- Officer knows, a distinguished career blending the best from both sides and visedly. It was not little at all, it was as a State Senator in his native South coming up with something so that ev- a big party. He was dressed in a cos- Carolina and then lieutenant governor

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Some- PETER FITZGERALD chairman for many years, and ranking times we would be on other sides of the Senator PETER FITZGERALD from Illi- member now, of the Appropriations issues, but nevertheless, I always nois is a very young man, one of the subcommittee dealing with State-Jus- thought in his dealings with me and youngest men to come to the Senate. tice. others he was a very honorable, decent He chose to serve only one term. I FRITZ, we are going to miss you. We person. think he has been involved in some of are going to miss your humor. We are He is a relatively young man. He the big issues of the day. He is a man going to miss your frankness. We are served us well, I thought, as majority of integrity. He is a man who wants to going to miss your wisdom. And we are leader. He was always fair and up front do the right thing. He is always going going to miss your wife Peatsy about with us. He will go on to good things, to be involved in the issues of the day, whom we all care and love. You have I am sure. I wish TOM and his wife as he has been. invited a lot of us to visit you in Linda the best. PETER, we wish you and your family Charleston. I hope you add some more the best as you go back into the pri- BOB GRAHAM rooms to that house there because a lot vate sector where you have excelled Senator BOB GRAHAM is a friend of of us will be coming to see you. You and done things so well and for so long. have been a great American. mine, a Democrat, a former Governor We are going to miss all these Sen- In addition to public service to his of Florida for two terms. He came to ators, on both sides of the aisle, be- State and to the Nation, FRITZ HOL- the Senate in 1986 when I did. We cause collectively they bring a lot of LINGS was a young graduate of the worked together on many committees, experience and a lot of wisdom to the Citadel in his hometown of Charleston but we worked closely together on the Senate. They have served, as I said, before the Second World War, and he committee you serve on today, Mr. with distinction and honor here. served with distinction as an officer in President, and that is the Intelligence TOM DASCHLE Europe for a long time through many Committee. Mr. CONRAD. Mr. President, I want battles. I was the chairman of the committee to take some time today to pay tribute I respect you, FRITZ. I commend you and then he became the chairman when to one of my closest and best friends in for your service, and I look forward to the Democrats got control of the Sen- the U.S. Senate, our Democratic lead- visiting you both here and in Charles- ate, and I was the vice chairman. I er, TOM DASCHLE. ton in the years to come. found BOB GRAHAM to be working day It is hard to put into words how DON NICKLES in and day out, to be a very upfront much I will miss Senator DASCHLE One of my other colleagues we all man, a very honorable man, a man of when he leaves the Senate at the end of care about and work with is DON NICK- his word. I certainly wish him well in this session. Senator DASCHLE and I LES of Oklahoma. He came here as a whatever he does in the future. were both first elected to the Senate in very young man in 1980. He has been BEN NIGHTHORSE CAMPBELL 1986. He immediately became a friend, here 24 years. He was the whip, assist- My friend Senator CAMPBELL, BEN and that friendship has only grown ant majority leader. He was right here NIGHTHORSE CAMPBELL, you talk about stronger over the years. Senator on this floor. He spent many days, somebody unique. He is a unique Amer- DASCHLE had already served South Da- many hours trying to herd us together ican. He is a Native American. He is kota in the House of Representatives as one of our leaders. He is now at the proud of who he is. He has represented for many years when he came to the moment the chairman of the Budget the State of Colorado, both in the Senate, so he was able to help show me Committee, and that is a feat in itself. House of Representatives and in the the ropes when I first arrived in Wash- He is a senior member of the Finance Senate, very well. I wish him the very ington in 1987. His advice and counsel Committee. best. He will certainly not go away in were given freely. But what really drew We wish you had stayed around, but the future. me to TOM were his genuine delight in you chose to leave the Senate on your ZELL MILLER seeing and greeting friends, staff and own volition. DON, we will see you, we Senator ZELL MILLER, the colleague colleagues; his selfless passion for serv- will miss you, and I commend you for ing the people of South Dakota; and, your service to the Nation and to your of the Presiding Officer, is a distinguished Senator from Georgia. He above all his wonderful, self-effacing great State of Oklahoma. sense of humor. Put simply, Senator JOHN BREAUX served as Lieutenant Governor of Geor- gia, I believe, State senator, and then DASCHLE was able to take on issues JOHN BREAUX was just on the floor a very seriously without taking himself few minutes ago. I first met JOHN Governor of Georgia for at least two terms. He came to the Senate and dis- too seriously. BREAUX when I came to the House of Over the years, we have served to- tinguished himself. He is someone for Representatives in 1978. He had pre- gether on the Agriculture, Finance and whom I have a lot of respect, for his in- ceded me, although he is a little young- Indian Affairs Committees. We have tegrity, for his forthrightness, for his er. He was a young man in the House of fought side-by-side in numerous battles grit, for his perseverance, and also his Representatives. He was very involved to serve the interests of the people of foresight. and was one of the first people I met the Dakotas. there. ZELL, we will miss you in the Senate. On the Agriculture Committee, Sen- But we will see a lot of you. I hope to He tried to work with both sides, the ator DASCHLE was a tireless advocate Democrats and Republicans. He has visit you in north Georgia. You tell me for the interests of the northern plains been involved in the forging of a lot of what a beautiful place it is, and it is producers we both represent. We fought compromises—meaningful ones—over not too far from my State of Alabama, together for targeted farm assistance the years. He has represented his State so I hope you have a room for us there. to ensure that scarce Federal dollars of Louisiana both as a Congressman We will come see you, especially when for commodity programs would most and as a Senator well, I believe, for the apples are ready to pick and you benefit average size family farms. We many years. JOHN, we wish you and are ready to show us around. fought together against concentration your wife Lois the best. We know you JOHN EDWARDS in the agriculture industry. We fought are not going to go very far, but you We have also Senator EDWARDS from together against unfairly traded im- have a lot of friends in the Senate on North Carolina. I first met JOHN ED- ports of Canadian grain. We fought for both sides of the aisle, and you know WARDS 6 years ago when he came to the disaster aid time and time again. And that. Senate. He is a very accomplished law- we joined to make sure a new farm bill TOM DASCHLE yer, a very engaging person. He was the was enacted in 2002. TOM DASCHLE will be leaving us. He Democratic nominee, as we all know, It is safe to say that without the ac- served this Nation well. He served in for Vice President of the United States. tive leadership and support of Senator

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Long before the enactment of have made it virtually impossible to not get the public credit he deserved the No Child Left Behind Act, Senator write good legislation in 2003 or 2004. for the painstaking hours he spent GRAHAM worked to improve Florida So family farmers all across this coun- building consensus and moving issues public schools by making certain that try, many of whom might not ever forward to benefit the American peo- children have the highest quality pub- have heard of TOM DASCHLE, have lost a ple. Instead, he quietly stepped back lic education system. He advocated on champion. and let others take credit. behalf of rigid student testing for com- On the Finance Committee, Senator You cannot be successful as a Sen- petency in academic courses, worked to DASCHLE fought passionately for better ator, and especially as a leader, if other reduce class size, to improve the learn- health care for all Americans. We Senators cannot trust you. Senator ing environment through new school fought together to strengthen the DASCHLE may at times have left our construction and to provide more op- Medicare program and improve pay- colleagues on the other side of the aisle portunities for higher education assist- ment rates for rural health care pro- frustrated by his mastery of Senate ance for college students. viders. We fought to preserve the Med- rules and political tactics. But they al- Through our years together in the icaid program, which provides a health ways knew he was someone they could Senate, I was privileged to work with care safety net for the most vulnerable deal with in good faith. They always Senator GRAHAM closely on health care among us. We fought to create the knew they could trust his word. And and Social Security issues. As a col- State Children’s Health Insurance Pro- they always knew he would work hard league for 10 years on the Senate Fi- gram, which expanded health coverage to achieve the result he had committed nance Committee, I noted, with admi- for children who otherwise would have to. ration, his concern for the health care At the end of the day, that is the ul- no insurance. And Senator DASCHLE needs for the elderly, especially the timate measure of Senator DASCHLE’s again and again took the lead on try- need to strengthen Medicare and pro- values—the values he and I learned ing to reform our health care system to vide a prescription drug benefit for the growing up in the Dakotas. He was make health care affordable and acces- elderly. Senator GRAHAM authored honest, fair and hard working. He gave sible. So average workers all across the Medicare reform legislation to provide credit to others. And he genuinely re- country who worry about losing their spected his colleagues and enjoyed a prescription drug benefit and other health coverage or skyrocketing health their company. South Dakota, the Sen- preventative health care benefits. His costs have lost a champion. ate, and the Nation are losing a true Medicare Prescription Drug, Improve- And Senator DASCHLE took a special champion, in every sense of the word. ment and Modernization Act of 2003 interest in working on behalf of Native As Senator DASCHLE goes on to other was cosponsored by one third of the Americans. He has fought to bring at- things, my wife Lucy and I wish all the Senate. tention to the terrible epidemic of When it came to Social Security and best to TOM and his wife, Linda. Fetal Alcohol Syndrome among Native Medicare, Senator GRAHAM took a long BOB GRAHAM Americans. And he has led the fight to Mr. President, as the 108th Congress view. He missed no opportunity to urge secure increased resources for the In- draws to a close, the Senate will lose all of us to make a priority of ensuring dian Health Service to help end the one of its most distinguished and ac- the long-term solvency of these two health care rationing that occurs on crucial programs. His concern was not complished members, Senator BOB too many reservations. He also has just the current needs of his Florida GRAHAM. Few Senators have had such been a strong proponent of the tribal an outstanding career in public service. constituents, but the importance of colleges. His efforts have helped put a BOB GRAHAM served as a Florida State these programs for the income and college education within reach of many legislator between 1967 and 1978; as health security of generations to come. Native Americans who might not oth- Governor between 1978 and 1982; and as Last, Senator GRAHAM assumed a erwise get the opportunity. Finally, U.S. Senator from 1987 to 2004. I am leadership role on behalf of our Na- tion’s veterans and active duty mili- Senator DASCHLE stood up and gave a honored that Senator GRAHAM and I voice to the thousands and thousands were in the same class following our tary personnel in his capacity as Rank- of individual Indians seeking a full ac- elections to the Senate in 1986. ing Member of the Senate Committee counting of their trust assets and Throughout his years in public serv- on Veterans’ Affairs. While he focused fought to make sure that the Federal ice, Senator GRAHAM has taken a lead- considerable attention to the needs of Government fulfilled its trust obliga- ership role in protecting our environ- our aging veterans population, working tion. So Native Americans all across ment, advocating on behalf of seniors tirelessly to increase funding for VA the country have lost a champion. and children for adequate health care, medical care, he has also been sensitive As Democratic leader, he continued working to make certain that our chil- to the needs of veterans living in rural to work on all these issues. And be- dren achieve their highest potential in America. Senator GRAHAM supported cause he was leader, he delivered real schools, and making certain that our my efforts to improve access to VA results for real people, time and again. country lives up to its obligations to medical care for rural veterans and to That was especially the case when it veterans and active duty military per- improve the quality of care for vet- came to causes important to South Da- sonnel. erans at the Fargo VA Medical Center kota. Senator DASCHLE tirelessly used Early in his career as Governor of and through the expansion of out- his clout to ensure that South Dako- Florida, Senator GRAHAM launched one patient clinics in rural communities. ta’s interests were protected. of our Nation’s most significant efforts For this understanding and support for But Senator DASCHLE’s role as a Sen- to protect the environment through rural veterans, North Dakotans will be ator and as a leader cannot be summed the Save Our Everglades Program. In forever grateful. up in a simple listing of the causes and 2000, Senator GRAHAM achieved his goal There are many achievements by issues he championed, often without of restoring the Florida Everglades Senator GRAHAM that I could cite fanfare or great recognition. The job of through an unprecedented partnership throughout his career in public service. leader has often been compared to among Federal, State, and local offi- The few accomplishments that I have herding cats. It is not easy, but Sen- cials along with private industries. noted demonstrate remarkable dedica- ator DASCHLE did an outstanding job. This initiative was a significant step to tion to our country—dedication to im- Senator DASCHLE was a strong leader— ensure protection of a critical wetland proving the lives of our children, the and a great Senator—because he didn’t environment, the Florida water supply elderly and our veterans. Senator just listen to people, he heard their and endangered species. Senator GRAHAM represents the finest example concerns. He didn’t just propose com- GRAHAM’s efforts were key to preserva- of a dedicated and compassionate pub- promises, he built consensus. It took tion of one of America’s most impor- lic servant. I hope that Senator enormous patience, great flexibility, tant and environmentally sensitive GRAHAM’s career will inspire young strong persuasive skills—and a liberal natural treasures. Floridians and other young people

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He is one of the most from which I have stood across this JOHN turned tragedy into triumph. senior members of our body and, to all aisle the past 2 years—TOM DASCHLE. He set out to change America for the of us, he is a friend, a mentor and a TOM, as we all know, is a good and better. A political unknown, he faced guide. He has devoted his life to public decent man. He has a big heart for the long odds, but he overcame them. service. people of South Dakota, for every In the halls of the Senate, JOHN has FRITZ HOLLINGS has always shown Member of this body, and for all of the won new laws to protect patients, in- courage, conviction, and an ability to American people. creased funding for public schools, and get things done. His work has touched He has devoted his life to public serv- improvements to our banking system. every corner of our country and every ice—from serving as an intelligence of- He and Elizabeth, Catherine, Emma American’s life. ficer in the Air Force to serving four Claire, and Jack have been delightful FRITZ helped our Nation confront its terms in the House to serving three additions to our Senate family. spiraling budget deficits, maintain a And our prayers are with them as terms in the United States Senate. strong posture against the Soviet they strive to overcome the difficulty That is seven times TOM DASCHLE has Union, integrate our schools, and cre- of Elizabeth’s recent diagnosis of been reelected statewide in South Da- ate the WIC program. His work has breast cancer. kota. helped protect our coastal ecology, pre- JOHN EDWARDS has already played a TOM has been such a successful lead- serve our oceans, and defend our trans- vital role in American public life. And er, because he has always put others portation networks from terrorists at- whatever he chooses to do next, we first. This selflessness, this sacrifice is tack. And, when a family eats dinner wish him and Elizabeth and their en- the quality that I admire most about without interruption, free from never- tire family all the best for a bright fu- TOM. ending telemarketing calls, well, we ture. Every year TOM returned to South can all thank FRITZ for that too. Dakota for an ‘‘unscheduled driving’’ DON NICKLES On trade, on spending, on taxes, on tour. He would travel without staff or a Mr. President, Senators follow many military issues, and on Senate pay, he schedule—going wherever the road and different paths on their way to this has never been afraid to speak his the people of South Dakota would take Chamber. Some come from the profes- mind, even when his own party, or him. sions, others from a life in public serv- sometimes even most of the Senate, This driving tour helped him travel ice. disagrees with him. In the end, he has Few have lived the American dream to each of South Dakota’s 66 counties— always been a winner thanks to his the way DON NICKLES has. which he did every year. grace and honor. A summary of FRITZ’ At age 20, DON NICKLES was paying But, most importantly, it was his legislative achievements reads an as- his way at Oklahoma State University, way of staying in touch with the people tounding eight single-spaced pages. living in a trailer home, working as a who sent him time and time again to He’s always campaigned on the creed janitor, and raising his growing family. Washington to represent them. A few years later, he returned to his that: ‘‘Performance is better than TOM has served as the Democratic hometown. There he pulled his family promise.’’ And he has lived up to it. Leader for 10 years now. And those We’ll all miss FRITZ: His friendship, business from the verge of bankruptcy. have been no easy 10 years for the Sen- his principles, and his willingness to Pretty soon his neighbors elected him ate or for America. tell it like it is. We wish FRITZ and to the Oklahoma Senate. The Senate itself has switched hands Then, in 1980, at the age of 31, when Peatsy all the best and want them to and back again. And we have helped few expected it, he became a U.S. Sen- know that they will always have a lead the Nation through wars and re- ator. home, a family and a place in the his- cession and the horrific September 11th DON did not let his early success go tory of the United States Senate. attacks. to his head. He worked hard to keep BEN NIGHTHORSE CAMPBELL But throughout this Congress and our country a place where men and Mr. President, BEN NIGHTHORSE throughout his career, TOM DASCHLE women can dream big and live those CAMPBELL is a man of many talents. He has handled his job with grace and dig- dreams. is an Indian chief, a Korean war vet- nity. And I have always seen in him a In the Senate, he has been a friend to eran, a champion quarter horse trainer, gentle, yet stirring passion. taxpayers, an opponent of overbearing an Olympic judo competitor, a rancher, I wish TOM and Linda and their fam- regulation, a voice for traditional val- and a jewelry designer. ily all the best in the many years to ues, and an ardent advocate for Okla- After his service in the military and come. homa. a series of athletic victories, BEN set- JOHN EDWARDS DON NICKLES has worked to keep tled down to run his ranch and design Mr. President, JOHN EDWARDS came America a land of opportunity—a place jewelry. But, by pure accident, politics to the Senate just 6 years ago. Yet he where everyone has a valued place and entered his life. Colorado, the Senate, has won us all over as friends for his nobody lacks the opportunities to suc- and America would never be the same. sunny disposition, his positive atti- ceed. In 1982, BEN attended a meeting to tude, his intelligence, and his hard Through all of his hard work, support a friend’s bid for Sheriff. He work. through all of his toil, he has always made a stunning impression and JOHN can make anyone smile. He put family first. He and Linda have walked away drafted as a candidate for forms a personal bond with nearly ev- been married for 36 years. And they the Colorado State legislature. BEN eryone he meets. No doubt this quality have raised four wonderful children. served the people of Colorado there and comes from the fact that he always re- In DON’s favorite Bible chapter, Gala- in the House of Representatives. And 12 members his roots. tians 5, the Apostle Paul lists a godly years ago, they elected him to the Sen- The first member of his family to go man’s attributes. A godly man, says ate. to college, JOHN grew up the son of two Paul, work hard and live a life of ‘‘love, More than 20 years after that fateful textile workers, moving from town to joy and peace . . . kindness, goodness, evening, BEN has left an indelible mark town. faithfulness.’’ on the Senate. He has taken the lead This upbringing shaped JOHN ED- I could not think of a better descrip- on critical agricultural issues, fought WARDS. It instilled in him a burning de- tion of DON NICKLES. He has had an excessive spending, argued for a bal- sire to improve the world and a strong amazing career—and I take comfort in anced budget, and sponsored Federal commitment to populist values. that he is just hitting his stride. drought relief for farmers. From drug

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:24 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.089 S18PT1 S11476 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 policy to natural resources conserva- astating corporate fraud and account- than anyone in our own party. He said tion, he has advocated for Colorado in- ing scandals. And he helped us pass the President is: ‘‘a God-fearing man terests, and he has brought home what tough new regulations to prevent them with a good heart and a spine of tem- the people of his State elected him to from reoccurring. pered steel.’’ do. He has also sponsored or co-spon- He has been an ardent advocate for Those same words also describe Sen- sored 54 Indian-related bills that be- Illinois farmers and businesses, always ator MILLER. came law. And he is the first American working to make sure that markets are As a former Marine, ZELL has never Indian ever to chair the Senate Indian open and barriers are low. wavered in his support of the men and Affairs committee. Without him, the Whether working to appoint honest women in uniform who defend our lib- spectacular Museum of the American federal prosecutors or taking a hard erty—or the values he shares with Indian that graces our National Mall look at major federally-supported them. And he has worked hard and would not have become a reality. projects, he has always stood for doing steadfast to end the unprecedented fili- BEN is as leader who stands firm by the right thing. buster of judicial nominees. his beliefs and works hard for the peo- PETER has made sure that we have More than anything, ZELL loves his ple of Colorado and Americans every- tax relief that helps families and cre- wonderful wife, Shirley, and their fam- where. We wish him and his wife, ates new jobs. And he has helped pro- ily. Of course, by family, I also include Linda, all the best for the future. tect our children with tough new child Gus and Woodrow, his two Labrador JOHN BREAUX safety seat laws. Retrievers. Mr. President, the people of Lou- Our Senate family will miss PETER, ZELL will always be a touchstone of isiana first sent JOHN BREAUX to serve Nina, and Jake. They have each en- good ole’ common sense for this body. in this Capitol in 1972. He was only 28 riched our lives, their State, this Sen- He will forever remind us that all we years old. For the next 32 years, he ate, and our country. And we wish need to do is what is right—nothing would serve as one of the most re- them all the best in the future. more, nothing less. spected and admired public servants— BOB GRAHAM ZELL MILLER is one of the most from both sides of the aisle—anywhere Mr. President, during his first cam- colorful Senators ever to grace the in American government. paign for the United States Senate in halls of this Capitol. And he and Shir- JOHN BREAUX has been a superb 1986, People Magazine compared BOB ley have been two of the most valued United States Senator. He is not inex- GRAHAM’s mind to a Florida thunder- members of the Senate family. tricably wedded to one ideology or one storm; resolute and impossible to de- We will miss them both, sorely, as a party’s line. He is thoughtful. He is flect. special part of our daily lives. independent. He is deliberative. He is But as a member of this body for 18 I yield the floor. experienced. He always wants to do the years, BOB GRAHAM has shown that I suggest the absence of a quorum. right thing for Louisiana and for Amer- while he may have the energy of a Mr. FEINGOLD. Mr. President, I ask ica. lightning storm, his works are guided unanimous consent that the order for What I admire most about John is his with far greater purpose and direction. the quorum call be rescinded. consensus-building skills. He never In 40 years, BOB has never lost a The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without gives up on bringing people together. statewide election. He is one of Flor- objection, it is so ordered. In fact, he has helped bring this body ida’s most beloved politicians. And Mr. FEINGOLD. Mr. President, are together on landmark pieces of legisla- that is for good reason. we in morning business? The PRESIDING OFFICER. Yes, we tion over the past two decades—from Always looking for ways to connect are. welfare reform to health insurance re- with his constituents, Senator GRAHAM Mr. FEINGOLD. Mr. President, on form to balancing the budget. uses his ‘‘workdays’’ to toil alongside Tuesday the President announced the I have enjoyed working with JOHN to everyday Floridians to understand the reform Medicare. We proposed the first problems they face. nomination of National Security Ad- Breaux-Frist reforms in 1999. And we A true American patriot, he has con- viser Condoleezza Rice to be the next followed up with Breaux-Frist II in sistently put country before party. U.S. Secretary of State. I admire Dr. Rice’s obvious intellec- 2001. And we toiled together on the Bi- On the Senate Intelligence Com- tual gifts and her communication partisan Commission on the Future of mittee he has helped us tackle the skills. I also believe that the President Medicare, which JOHN so ably chaired. monumental task of overhauling Amer- has the right to appoint Cabinet offi- Breaux-Frist laid the foundation for bi- ica’s intelligence agencies. We will all cers who reflect his ideology and his partisan work to come and, ultimately, miss his knowledge, his expertise, and the most comprehensive and meaning- his ability to clarify difficult issues. perspective. Barring serious concerns ful improvements to Medicare since BOB and his wife, Adele, have been about a nominee’s qualifications or the program’s creation. treasured members of the Senate fam- ethical record, and in keeping with JOHN’s departure is bittersweet for ily—as much for who they are as for Senate practices and precedents, my me—as I am sure it is for every mem- what they have done. For a couple who inclination is to give the President ber of this body. We will miss him as a has accomplished so much in their substantial deference in his Cabinet leader we all love and all can work lives together, that’s saying some- choices. with. But he still has many of his best thing. But I am deeply troubled by the sig- years ahead—which he will no doubt I want to thank Senator GRAHAM for nal that this nomination appears to enjoy spending with Lois and their his valued contributions to our body send—a signal suggesting that the wonderful and growing family. and to our country. And we wish him modest moderating influence of the State Department over the last 4 years PETER FITZGERALD and Adele the best in all their future will disappear, and that the next 4 Mr. President, PETER FITZGERALD has endeavors. devoted his life to public service. ZELL MILLER years will be guided even more closely He first ran for office before the ink Mr. President, ZELL MILLER com- by the voices that shouted loudest in on his law degree had dried. And, in the mands a certain respect. He has guts. the first term, and that led our country last 6 years, we have come to know He has integrity. He speaks simple into seriously flawed foreign policies. Peter as a man of integrity, as a man truths. He is as good and honest a man Our country cannot afford to continue of honor, and as a friend. as I know. down the foreign policy path that was In the Illinois Senate, he was a ZELL is the type of leader that takes forged during the first term of the staunch opponent of corruption. He a stand and doesn’t yield an inch of Bush administration. often had to go it alone. But he still ground—no matter how hard the polit- Over the past 4 years, we have wit- got results. ical winds blow. nessed the greatest loss of a very valu- He continued his mission in the America saw this first-hand with his able type of American power in our his- United States Senate—where he ar- unwavering support of President Bush tory: our power to lead, to persuade rived in 1998 as our youngest member. in the most recent election. and to inspire. As Joseph Nye has In only 6 years, he has made his At the Republican Convention, ZELL pointed out, this power will not con- mark. He helped uncover the dev- described the President perhaps better vert the extremists who oppose us no

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:13 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.046 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11477 matter what. Those people must be states to develop nuclear weapons as tions or the painfully ineffective initia- eliminated, pure, and simple. But it quickly as possible. tives. can thwart their plans, by denying We have developed essentially no Congress cannot simply accept more them new recruits, undermining their measures of success or failure when it of the same, keep our heads down and appeal and their message, and unifying, comes to one of our most urgent prior- hope that somehow we will muddle rather than dividing, Americans and ities, as the 9/11 Commission under- through. The stakes are far too high. the rest of the international commu- scored—preventing the continued Our national security, the stability of nity. Rather than bolstering this asset, growth of Islamist terrorism. In fact, the world that our children will in- which has helped to make us the most we do not even know where we stand herit, our troops—even our country’s powerful country on earth, we have today in this vital struggle. honor—are on the line. Congress has an squandered it. We have not given any serious obligation, not to oppose every admin- In March, the Pew Research Center thought to how to avoid the mistakes istration effort, but to reassert our role found that one year after the start of of the cold war, when we gave a free in steering the ship of state wisely the war in Iraq, ‘‘discontent with pass to forces of repression and bru- rather than recklessly. I look at our America and its policies has intensified tality, as long as they did not come foreign policy over the past 4 years, rather than diminished’’ across the with a Communist bent. Those mis- and I know that America is so much world. Majorities in Pakistan, Jordan, takes, as we all know, helped to make better than this. Morocco and Turkey believe that the Afghanistan the brutally repressive I look forward to the opportunity to U.S. is exaggerating the terrorist terrorist haven that it was on 9/11. raise these concerns with Dr. Rice threat, doubt the sincerity of the U.S. We have not made an adequate in- when she testifies before the Foreign war on terrorism and say that it is an vestment in bolstering our diplomatic Relations Committee, and to receiving effort to control Mideast oil and domi- resources and engagement around the some assurance that she will work with nate the world. The Center found that: world. From Northern Nigeria to East- Congress to put our country’s foreign At least half the people in countries other ern Kenya, we have virtually no pres- policy on a better, more effective foot- than the U.S. say as a result of the war in ence. In Somalia, despite knowing that ing. Iraq they have less confidence that the al-Qaida-linked terrorists have oper- Mr. President, I yield the floor, and I United States is trustworthy. Similarly, ma- ated in the country, we simply failed to suggest the absence of a quorum. jorities in all of these countries say they develop any policy at all. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The have less confidence that the U.S. wants to While the administration’s policy clerk will call the roll. promote democracy globally. was failing on all of these fronts, the The legislative clerk proceeded to Our motives are questioned, our pub- President’s team was devoting its time call the roll. lic justifications and explanations and attention to selling the world and Mr. TALENT. Mr. President, I ask viewed with skepticism, and our post-9/ the American people a war in Iraq with unanimous consent that the order for 11 public diplomacy efforts have missed fundamentally flawed intelligence, ma- the quorum call be rescinded. the mark, substituting pop music nipulative and misleading character- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without broadcasts, brochures and videos for izations, and rosy predictions that pro- objection, it is so ordered. the kind of respectful dialogue and en- vided horribly, dangerously off-the- f gagement that could convince genera- mark. The administration’s Iraq poli- tions of angry young people that their cies in the first term painted a picture IN MEMORY OF KOMNINOS ‘‘GUS’’ humiliation is not our goal. of an American government that isn’t KARELLAS We have had over 3 years since Sep- so sure it rejects torture; that isn’t Mr. TALENT. Mr. President, I rise tember 11, 2001, to think strategically competent and careful enough to prop- today with a heavy heart, to mourn the about how to win the fight against ter- erly vet intelligence presented in loss of Komninos ‘‘Gus’’ Karellas, who rorism. But we have little to show for major speeches and briefings; that will- was known and loved by so many in the this time. fully rejects the lessons of history and community of Mexico, MO. Though cut We have relied upon a doctrine that advice of its own experts; that is sur- tragically short, his was a life sur- fails to recognize that our enemies do prised when disorder results in massive rounded by a strong family and a not rely on explicit state sponsorship looting; that misleads taxpayers re- strong community, and he was a great of terrorism. By focusing almost en- garding the costs and commitments en- example of an immigrant who came to tirely on possible state sponsors of ter- tailed in its policies; that spends bil- America and took advantage of every ror, the administration failed to realize lions upon billions without any effort opportunity this country gave him. that our terrorist enemies operate ef- to budget for these predictable costs; Gus was a native of Greece, and he fectively in weak and failing states and and that is willing to politicize issues ran away from home as a teenager with without the backing of national gov- fundamental to our national security only a few cents to his name. He emi- ernments. This is a new enemy waging in the ugliest possible way. grated to American in 1965 via Oak- a new war against us, but the adminis- We deserve better. Certainly the land, CA, and even though he did not tration appears still to be stuck in an brave men and women of the U.S. mili- speak English very well then, he man- old cold war mindset. tary who are fighting every day to aged to succeed against all odds. He We have muddled our language and make this effort in Iraq work deserve ended up in Iowa working at a pizza our focus by conflating other priorities better. We do not honor them by ac- restaurant, where he met Jimmy and with the fight against terrorism, cost- cepting lousy, irresponsible policy in Angelo Aslanidis, who became his good ing us credibility around the world and the halls and hearing rooms of the Cap- friends. They ended up moving to- shattering the unified and resolved itol and then leaving them holding the gether to Columbia, MO, where Gus global coalition that emerged to sup- bag on the ground, when policy collides worked at the University of Missouri port us in the aftermath of 9/11. By with the hard truth. for a short time before the three of choosing to fight the war in Iraq in The administration’s record of the them helped start the G&D such a divisive and astronomically ex- past 4 years suggests a foreign policy Steakhouse. pensive fashion, we have diverted re- careening out of control, driven by In 1971, Gus Karellas and his wife sources away from the fight against ideologies who want to test their theo- Mary moved away to help manage a the terrorist networks that seek to de- ries in the laboratory of the Middle new G&D Steakhouse in Mexico, MO. stroy us and undermined our ability to East one minute, by domestic political Gus bought the restaurant one year win the hearts and minds of many considerations the next, and by spiteful later and spent nearly every single day whose support we will need to succeed attempts to punish those who disagree there, becoming a familiar fixture to in the long run. with their methods the next. Where is the residents of Mexico for the next We have recognized the dangers of this going? Who is in charge? No one three decades. His popularity with peo- nuclear proliferation in an age of ter- ever seems to be held accountable for ple led some of his family to give him rorism, but have then pursued policies the blunders, the failures, the wildly the affectionate nickname of ‘‘Gov- that may well create incentives for inaccurate presentations and projec- ernor Gus.’’

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:13 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.048 S18PT1 S11478 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 Guy instilled his strong work ethic in it is on energy or social issues, DON To DON and to Linda, we say thanks his family, and friends say nothing NICKLES possesses all the assets that for the service to our country. My chil- made him prouder than his children America holds dear. dren and my grandchildren are going to Michael, Nick, Joanna, and Andy, who He is a strong family man. He is a benefit from the service of the Senate is an aide in my office. I have come to hard-working individual. He is a man of DON NICKLES. That is something for know Andy very well in the two years of faith. He is a man who when he which I will forever be grateful. he has worked for me, and he is an ac- looks you in the eye and tells you Just as importantly, I have been a complished young man with an im- something, you can go to the bank better Senator than I would have been mense sense of pride and gratitude for with it. otherwise because of DON NICKLES. In his family. I am going to miss DON NICKLES. I future years, because of what I have Gus was robbed and murdered as he will miss his quick wit. I am going to learned from DON NICKLES, I will be a was leaving his restaurant several days miss his being able to stand up in the much better Senator. ago. Since then, hundreds of people— Senate and quickly take on anybody on DON, we appreciate your service to friends and family, regulars of the res- either side of the aisle with respect to our country. Thank you. God bless you taurant, or even those who just cas- whatever the issue may be or whatever and Linda. ually knew Gus Karellas—have visited the rule may be that applies to the I suggest the absence of a quorum. the restaurant, creating a makeshift issue that comes up. The PRESIDING OFFICER. The memorial of flowers, candles, and cards I marveled at his ability to, off the clerk will call the roll. to the man they came to know and top of his head, take on folks on the The assistant legislative clerk pro- love. other side of the aisle relative to a par- ceeded to call the roll. Gus Karellas was a loving husband ticular issue and to point out issue by Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I and dedicated father, a good neighbor issue and point by point what must be ask unanimous consent that the order and good friend to many. He will be done. That is a unique capability and for the quorum call be rescinded. missed by all who loved him. May he something that must be studied and The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without rest in peace and may God comfort his learned. objection, it is so ordered. family and friends in their grief at his My predecessor, one of the folks who f loss. held my seat many years before I got I yield the floor and suggest the ab- here, was the master of that. That is MORNING BUSINESS sence of a quorum. Richard Russell. DON NICKLES knows The PRESIDING OFFICER (Mr. TAL- the rules just as well as Richard Rus- VICKI COX ENT). The clerk will call the roll. sell did. The assistant legislative clerk pro- I will miss DON in a number of re- Mr. SHELBY. Mr. President, I want ceeded to call the roll. spects off of this Senate floor. He is a to mention a staffer of mine. She is not Mr. CHAMBLISS. I ask unanimous close personal friend. He and his wife a Senator but she is very important in consent that the order for the quorum Linda are dear friends of Julianne and my office, Vicki Lee Cox; Vicki Lee, as call be rescinded. me. I will have to find somebody else to she was when she came to work with The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without get money off of on the golf course be- me in 1978 when I was elected to the objection, it is so ordered. cause I have known DON so long now House of Representatives. Her father f that I have come to spend the money was a naval officer in the Naval Acad- before I play golf. emy. She lived around the world. She TRIBUTES TO RETIRING He is a terrific guy both in the Sen- was born in Pensacola, FL, grew up SENATORS ate as well as outside the Senate. He is part of her life in the San Diego area, DON NICKLES a man of great integrity. He is the kind the San Francisco area, and in New- Mr. CHAMBLISS. Mr. President, I of Senator who every citizen of Okla- port, RI. I have worked with her for 26 rise tonight to make a quick comment homa should and has been proud of for years, day in and day out. I tried to get about a dear friend. The greatest thing his 24 years of service to the Senate. her not to retire because these are very about serving in the House of Rep- I went back to his hometown a cou- important employees. They make your resentatives and the Senate is meeting ple of months ago, his hometown of office go. They make us look better the colleagues we have the opportunity Ponca City, OK, a very small town in than we should, day to day. They make to serve with on both sides of the aisle. America. DON was a football hero. As things work in the office. As a Member of the House of Rep- in my home State of Georgia and my Vicki, we will miss you in the office. resentatives, I had the opportunity to hometown, football is huge in Ponca We hope you will not be far off because get to know a number of the Members City. They still remember DON as a we might need to bring you back to of the Senate, one of whom is retiring high school fullback and linebacker. help us out from time to time as we get at the end of this session. His old coach was there that night to in a bind. DON NICKLES was elected to the Sen- talk about DON and some of the things We wish you and your husband Dale ate when he was too young to serve in he did during his high school career. It the very best, but we have a job open- the Senate. He actually had a few is those foundations that people all ing for you if you want to change your months after his election before he was across America build upon to come to mind. God bless you, and we enjoyed old enough, but he was old enough be- the Senate. the 26 years. fore he was sworn in. That was back in The things that were said about DON f 1980. He has now served with great dis- back then could still be said about him tinction in this body for 24 years. He today; that is, what a dedicated person PROTOCOL AMENDING THE EXIST- leaves with a record that not many he was, what a hard-working person he ING TAX CONVENTION WITH THE Senators are able to claim after serv- was, and what a student of the game he NETHERLANDS ing in this Senate for whatever period was, just like he has been a student of Mr. LUGAR. Mr. President, I thank of time they may be here. the Senate. my Senate colleagues for passing the DON NICKLES has been a leader in the No one there was surprised at what a resolution providing advice and con- Republican Party, but most signifi- great job DON had done as a Member of sent to the Protocol amending the ex- cantly he has been a leader in the Sen- the Senate and what a success he was, isting U.S. Tax Treaty with the Neth- ate. He is a man who has provided what a success he will be once he erlands through the unanimous con- strong leadership on any number of leaves. DON had the right kind of foun- sent procedure. issues, whether they are fiscal issues as dation and the right kind of instincts In spite of legislative hurdles that chairman of the Budget Committee and and the right kind of family stability, arose during the process, this Protocol a longtime member of the Budget Com- support, and love to make sure he did will be enacted, and will bolster the mittee, which is where I first got to the right kind of job in the Senate, and economic relationship between the know him in our conferences between he will continue to be successful when United States and a country that is al- the House and the Senate, or whether he leaves here. ready both a good friend and a critical

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:30 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.044 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11479 trade and investment partner. As the support of these agreements and of the Neth- makes significant changes to the existing in- United States considers how to create erlands Protocol. come tax treaty between the United States jobs and maintain economic growth, it Senator Richard Lugar, Chairman of the and the Netherlands. These changes include is important that we try to eliminate Committee on Foreign Relations, recently the elimination of source-country with- sent a Dear Colleague letter encouraging all holding on certain intercompany dividends, impediments that prevent our compa- Senators to support passage of the Dutch modernization of anti-treaty shopping provi- nies from fully accessing international Protocol in the post-election session. I hope sions, coordination of the countries’ pension markets. In the case of taxes, we that the full Senate can act favorably on rules and the provision of clear rules for in- should work to ensure that companies this agreement in the time that remains in vestments using partnerships. pay their fair share while not being un- this session and reaffirm the historic opposi- The changes negotiated in the protocol are fairly taxed twice on the same revenue. tion of the U.S. to double taxation. important to the successful business oper- Tax treaties are intended to prevent Sincerely, ations of many companies, including Sunoco, and a failure to promptly ratify the protocol this double taxation so that companies WILLIAM A. REINSCH, President. will have a detrimental impact on the con- are not inhibited from doing business duct of business by many multinational cor- overseas. AIR PRODUCTS AND CHEMICALS, INC., porations. Moreover, in a report dated Sep- As the United States moves to keep Allentown, PA, October 26, 2004. tember 30, 2004, the Joint Committee on Tax- the economy growing and to increase Re Ratification of the Protocol to the Income ation estimated that ratification of the pro- U.S. employment, international tax Tax Treaty with the Netherlands. tocol would cause a negligible change in Fed- eral budget receipts during the fiscal period policies that promote foreign direct in- Hon. RICHARD G. LUGAR, vestment in the United States such as Chairman, Committee on Foreign Relations, 2005–2014. Accordingly, for the reasons stated above, Washington, DC. this Protocol, are critically important. Sunoco believes that the protocol to the DEAR CHAIRMAN LUGAR: On behalf of Air I have received communications from Netherlands Income Tax Treaty should be Products and Chemicals, Inc., I would like to several corporate employers. The for- promptly ratified, and urges you to support thank you and the Committee for the its ratification. eign entities indicate that this Pro- prompt consideration and attention that you tocol will provide them with incentives If you or your staff would like to discuss have given to the proposed protocol to the this issue in more detail or if we can provide to ‘‘insource’’ to the United States. income tax treaty with the Kingdom of the The domestic companies indicate that additional information, please contact the Netherlands. This protocol is very important undersigned at (215) 977–6795. Thank you for this Protocol will provide overall ad- to Air Products and the United States econ- your attention to this critical issue. vantages and benefits. For the benefit omy. It is very important to us that the Sen- Sincerely, ate ratify the protocol as soon as possible. of my colleagues, I am attaching to my MICHAEL J. MCGOLDRICK, Air Products is a United States company statement several of these communica- Director, Tax Administration. with global headquarters in Allentown, tions. Pennsylvania. It serves customers in tech- MARY KAY, I thank my colleagues again for nology, energy, healthcare and industrial agreeing to pass this important meas- Dallas, TX, October 29, 2004. markets worldwide with a unique portfolio of Re Dutch tax treaty. ure. products, services and solutions, providing Mr. President, I ask unanimous con- atmospheric gases, process and specialty Hon. RICHARD LUGAR, sent the material I made reference to gases, performance materials and chemical U.S. Senate, Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, DC. be printed in the RECORD. intermediates. The company has annual rev- DEAR SENATOR LUGAR: With the year fast enues of $7 billion, operations in over 30 There being no objection, the mate- running out, Mary Kay Inc urges you to rat- rial was ordered to be printed in the countries, and over 18,000 employees. Air Products has operated in the Nether- ify the US-Netherlands Tax Treaty. The new RECORD, as follows: lands for over thirty years, and it has sub- protocol has a zero percent withholding rate NATIONAL FOREIGN TRADE stantial operations in the Netherlands. Air on dividends, which allows our company to COUNCIL, INC., Products also owns some of its other Euro- repatriate more money for domestic invest- Washington, DC, October 22, 2004. pean operations through the Netherlands. ment. This increase in funds provides Mary DEAR SENATOR: I am writing to express our Kay Inc with the funds to expand its US strong support for the passage of the Tax Air Products generates substantial cash flow from these operations. The current 5 percent plant, increase research and development, Protocol with the Netherlands and to urge which is accomplished in the United States you to enact the agreement this year. Fur- withholding tax rate discourages Air Prod- ucts from repatriating this cash back to the and hire more US based employees. ther delay in the passage of this agreement Please ask Senator Frist to schedule the U.S. This is especially true because Air Prod- will subject U.S. companies to double tax- treaty as soon as possible, before time runs ucts is currently in an excess foreign tax ation and adversely affect their global com- out. credit position. The proposed protocol would petitiveness. Foreign trade is fundamental to Sincerely, remove this barrier to repatriating cash. the economic growth of U.S. companies. Tax MICHAEL LUNCEFORD, This would benefit not only Air Products but treaties are a crucial component of the Senior Vice President. framework that is necessary to allow that the U.S. economy as a whole. The protocol would remove this repatriation barrier for growth. SUN MICROSYSTEMS, INC., all U.S. companies with Dutch holdings, and The National Foreign Trade Council, orga- Washington, DC, November 2, 2004. foreign companies would have a greater in- nized in 1914, is an association of some 300 Senator RICHARD LUGAR, centive to invest in the U.S. The sooner the U.S. business enterprises engaged in all as- Chairman, Senate Foreign Relations Committee, Senate ratifies the protocol, the sooner these pects of international trade and investment. Hart Senate Office Building, Washington, benefits will begin. Our membership covers the full spectrum of DC. Accordingly, we respectfully request that industrial, commercial, financial, and serv- DEAR CHAIRMAN LUGAR: On behalf of Sun ice activities, and the NFTC therefore seeks the Senate consider ratification of the pro- Microsystems, Inc., I am writing to express to foster an environment in which U.S. composed protocol as soon as possible. our appreciation of your efforts to seek panies can be dynamic and effective competi- If you have any questions regarding Air prompt ratification of the recent Protocol to tors in the international business arena. To Products’ views on the proposed protocol, the U.S.-Netherlands income tax treaty. We achieve this goal, American businesses must please contact me or Charles Stinner, our urge that these efforts continue so that this be able to participate fully in business ac- International Tax Director (610–481–2978). important new chapter in America’s rela- tivities throughout the world. As global Sincerely, tionship with the Netherlands can commence competition grows ever more intense, it is KENNETH R. PETRINI, before this year terminates. vital to the health of U.S. enterprises and to Vice President—Tax. As reflected in your Dear Colleague letter their continuing ability to contribute to the of October 20, 2004, your recognition of the U.S. economy that they are free from exces- SUNOCO, INC., importance of prompt ratification of the sive foreign taxes or double taxation and im- Philadelphia, PA, October 26, 2004. Protocol is most welcome. Compared to pediments to the flow of capital that can Re Ratification of Protocol to United States- other U.S. tax treaties with major trading serve as barriers to full participation in the Netherlands Income Tax Treaty. partners, the current treaty between the international marketplace. Hon. RICHARD G. LUGAR, United States and the Netherlands is anti- This is why the NFTC has long supported Chairman, Senate Foreign Relations Committee, quated and contains obstacles to the free the expansion and strengthening of the U.S. Washington, DC. flow of trade between the two countries that tax treaty network. The Senate has an excel- DEAR CHAIRMAN LUGAR: On behalf of Sun- will be eliminated by the new Protocol. lent record in this area; ratifying tax agree- oco, Inc., I am writing to urge the prompt There will be direct benefits to our company ments with Japan, Australia, the United ratification of the protocol to the Nether- and to our employees. Kingdom, Mexico, Sri Lanka, and Barbados lands Income Tax Treaty signed on March 8, Timely and quick action in bringing need- during this Congress. The NFTC testified in 2004. As you are aware, the proposed protocol ed reform this year to the U.S.-Netherlands

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treaty will help keep the American economy TIMEWARNER, history is a guide, the treaty would create growing. Washington, DC, November 1, 2004. U.S. jobs within the chemical industry and Sincerely, Hon. RICHARD LUGAR, among our suppliers and customers, and it CHRISTOPHER G. HANKIN, Chairman, Committee on Foreign Relations, would encourage foreign companies to estab- Senior Director of Federal Affairs. U.S. Senate, Dirksen Senate Office Build- lish or expand manufacturing facilities in ing, Washington, DC. the U.S. Moreover, the information-sharing ABN AMRO ASSET MANAGEMENT, DEAR MR. CHAIRMAN: Thank you for your provisions of the treaty would aid the IRS The Netherlands, October 29, 2004. continuing leadership in securing quick rati- and Treasury Department in identifying Chairman LUGAR, fication of several important bilateral tax international tax-avoidance schemes that re- U.S. Senate, treaties this year. Bilateral tax treaties are duce federal tax receipts and impugn the mo- Washington, DC. an important means for reducing double tax- tives of U.S. companies whose global oper- DEAR CHAIRMAN LUGAR: On behalf of ABN ation and eliminating foreign withholding ations represent a major element of an ex- AMRO Bank N.V., business unit Asset Man- taxes on our royalties, interest, and divi- panding U.S. economy. agement, I am writing to join the many dends. Accordingly, we urge ratification of the other members of the U.S. business commu- In this regard, I want to underscore the im- Dutch Treaty during the time remaining in nity that have expressed their appreciation portance of ratifying the U.S.-Netherlands the 108th Congress. Timely ratification of your efforts to seek prompt ratification of bilateral tax treaty before Congress adjourns would result in early realization of treaty the recent Protocol to the income tax treaty for the year. This treaty, like the previous benefits, and aid companies in capital plan- between the United States and the Nether- ones the Senate has ratified, provides impor- ning and business expansion. lands. tant tax savings to Time Warner that we will Please call if we can answer questions or We urge that these efforts continue so that be able to reinvest and use to expand our provide additional information. this important new chapter in America’s re- business in the United States. Sincerely, lationship with the Netherlands can com- The Netherlands has already ratified this CHARLES W. VAN VLACK, mence this year. agreement. I offer our company’s full sup- Executive Vice President. As reflected in your letter of October 20, port in helping to urge your Senate col- 2004, your recognition of the importance of leagues to agree to quick ratification of this DUPONT FINANCE, prompt ratification of the Protocol is most treaty this year. Wilmington, DE, October 29, 2004. welcome. Compared to other U.S. tax trea- Sincerely, Hon. RICHARD G. LUGAR, ties with major trading partners, the current ROBERT M. KIMMITT. Chairman, Committee on Foreign Relations, treaty between the United States and the U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. Netherlands is antiquated and contains ob- ALLIANT ENERGY CORPORATION, Hon. JOSEPH R. BIDEN, Jr., stacles to the free flow of trade between the Madison, WI, November 12, 2004. Ranking Member, Committee on Foreign Rela- two countries that will be eliminated by the Senator RICHARD LUGAR, tions, U.S. Senate, Washington, DC. new Protocol. Chairman, Senate Foreign Relations Committee, DEAR SENATORS: On March 8, 2004, the Treaty advancements reflected in the new Dirksen Senate Office Building, Wash- United States and the Netherlands signed Protocol not only eliminate barriers to trade ington, DC. the Protocol Amending the Convention Be- and investment between the two countries, DEAR CHAIRMAN LUGAR: Thank you for tween the United States of America and the but also resolve uncertainties that target your continuing leadership in securing quick Kingdom of the Netherlands for the Avoid- abusive use of the treaty, and promote im- ratification of several important bilateral ance of Double Taxation and the Prevention proved cooperation in international enforce- tax treaties this year, Bilateral tax treaties of Fiscal Evasion with Respect to Taxes on ment. Prompt ratification of the new Pro- are an important means for reducing double Income. We at DuPont would urge the Sen- tocol will promote closer ties with one of our taxation and eliminating foreign with- ate to ratify this Protocol before Congress longstanding major trading partners, encour- holding taxes on our royalties, interest, and adjourns. age growth of the US economy and jobs, and dividends. As you learned during testimony on Sep- support better international tax enforcement In this regard, I write to underscore the tember 24th, the Protocol brings the existing efforts. importance of ratifying the U.S.-Netherlands Convention, concluded in 1992, into closer Quick action in bringing this needed re- bilateral tax treaty before Congress adjourns conformity with current U.S. tax treaty pol- form to the U.S./Dutch trade relationship for the year. This treaty, like the previous icy. Of particular interest to DuPont, consid- will help keep the American economy grow- ones the Senate has ratified, provides impor- ering the Company’s manufacturing sites in ing. tant tax savings to Alliant Energy that we the Netherlands, is the elimination of with- Sincerely, will be able to reinvest and use to expand our holding taxes on certain types of cross-bor- MAURICE BUIJNSTERS, business in the United States. der direct dividends. This element of the VP Global Head of The Netherlands has already ratified this Protocol creates a powerful tool for repa- Tax. agreement. I offer Alliant Energy’s full sup- triating earnings the Company would then RICHARD DE HAAS, port in helping to urge your Senate col- be able to devote to our priorities in the Senior Tax Officer. leagues to agree to quick ratification of this United States. In addition, the Protocol’s re- treaty this year. ciprocal treatment of pension funds for CHEVRONTEXACO, Sincerely, international employment assignees allows Washington, DC, November 2, 2004. ERROLL B. DAVIS, Jr., DuPont employees to gain valuable experi- Re Netherlands Protocol. Chairman & CEO. ence through U.S.-Netherlands exchanges without jeopardizing the status of their re- Hon. RICHARD G. LUGAR, tirement benefits. Chairman, Committee on Foreign Relations, AMERICAN CHEMISTRY COUNCIL, DuPont also appreciates the benefits the Dirksen Senate Office Building, Wash- Arlington, VA, November 15, 2004. new Protocol would offer the U.S. govern- ington, DC. Re Ratification of Dutch Tax Treaty. ment. Among them, the improved commu- DEAR SENATOR LUGAR: I am writing to ex- Hon. RICHARD G. LUGAR, nications measures between U.S. and Dutch press ChevronTexaco Corporation’s strong Senate Office Building, tax authorities coupled with the assistance support for early ratification of the Protocol Washington, DC. in the collection of taxes; and the modern- amending the existing tax treaty with the DEAR SENATOR LUGAR: The American ized Limitation on Benefits article, designed Netherlands. A strong tax treaty network is Chemistry Council urges ratification of the to deny treaty-shoppers the benefits of the critical for U.S. businesses, such as bilateral tax protocol between the United Convention. ChevronTexaco, to compete in the global States and the Netherlands. The enhancement of economic ties between marketplace. We appreciate your efforts on The ACC represents the leading companies the United States and the Kingdom of the tax treaties generally, and on this Protocol engaged in the business of chemistry. Coun- Netherlands in the form of the pending Pro- in particular. cil members apply the science of chemistry tocol will promote the growth of trade and We urge the Senate to ratify the Protocol to make innovative products and services investment between the two countries to the before year end so that it may enter into that make people’s lives better, healthier benefit of both economies. As such, it is force on January 1, 2005. Delaying ratifica- and safer. The business of chemistry is a $460 DuPont’s hope that deliberations on the Pro- tion until 2005 would delay entry into force billion enterprise and a key element of the tocol will be completed this year. until January 1, 2006 and would delay the im- nation’s economy. It is the nation’s largest Sincerely, portant reductions to withholding tax rates. exporter, accounting for ten cents out of MARSHALL G. MCCLURE. I sincerely hope that the Senate will ratify every dollar in U.S. exports. the Protocol in 2005 and we appreciate your We commend your efforts as Chairman of f efforts to ensure this. the Foreign Relations Committee that re- DEBT LIMIT INCREASE Sincerely, sulted in negotiation of the tax protocol LISA B. BARRY, with the Netherlands. The treaty would en- Mr. DODD. Mr. President, I speak V.P. and General Manager, hance the ability of U.S. companies to com- about the vote that took place yester- Government Affairs. pete in the important Dutch market, and if day to raise the statutory limit of our

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:13 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00040 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.097 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11481 Nation’s indebtedness. It is terribly un- majority could at the minimum ensure Federal debt. This bill highlights the fortunate that for the third time in that we are adequately investing in our gross irresponsibility of our Nation’s three years this administration has run children’s education, the country’s in- current fiscal policies. And I hope that, up against the Federal debt limit, frastructure, health care, the solvency in casting a negative vote along with thereby forcing once again an increase of Social Security, and other vital na- many of my colleagues, we have helped in the National debt from $7.384 trillion tional priorities. But that does not ap- send a message to the White House to $8.184 trillion. pear to be the case considering that we that it is long past time to change I think it is a mistake for this body are seeing across the board cuts in the course. to give the administration what is es- upcoming omnibus bill, and this Ad- When President Bush came to office, sentially an $800 billion check to con- ministration continues to push for we were expecting to run a surplus over tinue its irresponsible fiscal policies. policies that push us further in the red the next ten years of $5.6 trillion. In- For quite some time now, the Treas- without any real results. stead, we now project a deficit of $3.5 ury Department has been forced to halt The administration’s reckless poli- trillion. That is a reversal of more than payments owed to federal retirement cies will pass the burden of paying for $9 trillion. accounts and take other extraordinary them onto future generations, and un- President Bush promised that he measures in order to keep the govern- fortunately, the administration has would not raid the Social Security ment from defaulting. And now we are shown absolutely no regard for the trust fund. But, instead, under the in a position where the Treasury De- hardship this will cause. We often dis- Bush budget, we will spend every last partment has said that Congress must cuss the so-called ‘‘death tax’’, this ad- penny of Social Security surpluses over increase the debt ceiling by the end of ministration’s reckless fiscal policies the next 10 years, all $2.4 trillion. this week or the government will de- are forcing a ‘‘birth tax’’ on every child These surpluses won’t be saved. They fault on its obligations. What this says born today. won’t be used to help us keep our is that the government is living far be- What do I mean by the term ‘‘birth promise to working Americans. They yond its means. tax’’? Simply this: a child born today is will be diverted for tax breaks and Just several years ago, when Presi- born owing his or her country $25,000. other spending programs. This is not dent Clinton was President, the Na- That is that child’s share of the na- what the President promised. It is the tional debt was shrinking, not growing. tional debt. This is unconscionable. We opposite. In 1997, the debt held by the public was have a responsibility as lawmakers to In effect, the administration’s poli- $3.745 trillion. By FY2001, it decreased leave our country better off tomorrow cies are using payroll taxes paid by by more than $400 billion to $3.296 tril- than it is today. With policies like this, working Americans, and using them to lion. Former President Clinton made it I am afraid that this administration finance tax breaks for the most fortu- a goal to pay off the debt by 2013, so and its supporters are failing to meet nate among us. I think that is wrong. that America would be debt free for the this fundamental moral responsibility The past few years have been marked first time since 1835. He recognized to our country and to future genera- by unprecedented fiscal recklessness. that eliminating the debt would tions. The 2004 deficit, even including the So- strengthen our economy, allow invest- Also deeply troubling is that in order cial Security surplus, is $413 billion. ments in education and other critical to cover increased borrowing, the U.S. That is a record. Last year, the deficit priorities, and ensure that Social Secu- is going deeper into debt to foreign was $377 billion. That was another rity could meet the challenges to come countries. Japan, China, the United record. The budget is spinning out of when the baby boomers retire. Kingdom, and Caribbean Banking Cen- control, and few in the administration By contrast, under the Bush administers are now the largest foreign holders seem to care. tration, the debt limit was raised by of U.S. Treasury Debt. Unfortunately, as bad as things have $450 billion in 2002 and $984 billion in We have borrowed over $720 billion been in recent years, the outlook for 2003. And now, this year, in 2004 it will from Japan, over $174 billion from the long term is even worse. The baby increase by $800 billion. I find it as- China, and even tens of billions of dol- boomers are about to retire. And by tounding that just four years ago we lars from South Korea. During the 2050, 81 million Americans will be on were having compelling conversations term of the President’s first four years, Social Security—about double the cur- in the Senate Banking Committee with we have seen our foreign debt holdings rent level. We need to prepare for that. Federal Reserve Chairman Alan Green- increase 83 percent from just over $1 We need to save for it. Instead, we are span about what would happen if we trillion to over $1.8 trillion. This is es- doing the reverse. We are putting our- paid off the debt too quickly. And now, pecially dangerous because these coun- selves deeper and deeper in debt. here we are about to pass another in- tries can collect their debt when it In 2001, gross Federal debt stood at crease of $800 billion to the National suits them, which could potentially $5.8 trillion. By 2014, that debt will debt. puts our nation in a very difficult eco- have skyrocketed to almost $15 tril- This new increase will bring the nomic situation. lion. grand total to more than $2 trillion I find it astounding that the adminis- With more debt, of course, comes under President Bush—the largest tration and the majority of this Con- higher interest costs. The 10-year cost total debt limit increase recorded gress have not put forward any plan to of Federal interest payments has gone under any President. Now instead of reduce the alarming increase in our na- up from $622 billion in 2001, to $2.4 tril- being eliminated, we are expecting the tion’s debt—an increase largely caused lion. debt held by the public to reach $6.5 by their reckless tax and budget poli- All this debt, and all these interest trillion by 2011. cies. Indeed, their only known plans to payments, have consequences. They re- When President Bush first came to permanently extend tax breaks for the duce the capital available for produc- office he assured the nation that if we affluent and drain at least $1 trillion tive investment. They increase interest adopted his tax cuts, we would not only from Social Security—would only rates. They slow economic growth. And see job growth, but we would still be make our current problems worse. they lower the standard of living for able to eliminate the publicly held debt I strongly believe that increasing the American families. by 2008. Instead, we have seen 1.5 mil- debt limit once again without a plan is Another consequence of all this debt lion private-sector jobs lost, making a big mistake. We owe it to future gen- is that our Nation is slowly losing its this the first Administration since Her- erations to do more to ensure that economic independence. Foreign hold- bert Hoover to actually lose jobs. In their future is economically sound. I ings of U.S. Treasury debt has in- just 4 years, we have gone from a pro- hope that this Administration, and the creased 83 percent under this adminis- jected 10-year surplus of $5.6 trillion to majority of the Congress begin to enact tration. Today, the U.S. owes China a 10-year deficit of over $3 trillion. And more responsible fiscal policies before more than $170 billion. We owe Japan now we are about to once again, for the it truly is too late. more than $700 billion. Increasingly, third year in a row, increase the debt. Mr. CORZINE. Mr. President, yester- our Nation is dependent on these coun- If additional debt is going to be accu- day I voted against legislation that tries to bolster our economy and to mulated, the administration and the will authorize a massive increase in the maintain the value of the dollar. But if

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:13 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.085 S18PT1 S11482 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 those countries and other foreign in- tion have been drafted to harmonize REMARKS OF LYNN SMITH DERBYSHIRE, vestors pull out in the face of rising fis- existing statutory law with the recent BEIRUT MEMORIAL SERVICES, OCT. 23, 2004 cal imbalances, as has happened else- direction of the District of Columbia We are here today to honor the men who where, the consequences for our econ- circuit in Cicippio-Puleo v. Islamic Re- died in Beirut, Lebanon on this day 21 years omy could be very serious. public of Iran, 353 F.3d 1024 (D.C. Cir. ago. As families, we believe that our first In my view, the current course of fis- 2004), which held that ‘‘neither 28 duty is to remember. Thank you for coming to help us commemorate the lost. cal policy is not only unwise and dan- U.S.C. § 1605(a)(7) nor the Flatow As you know, in 1996 Congress passed legis- gerous, it is ultimately unsustainable. Amendment to the Foreign Sovereign lation that gave victims of state sponsored We can’t go on like this. Either our Immunities Act . . ., nor the two con- terrorism, and their families, the right to leaders here in Washington will face re- sidered in tandem, creates a private sue those nations in a United States Court. ality and reverse course, or the mar- right of action against a foreign gov- This legislation did two things: It gave us a kets will punish us until we do. Either ernment.’’ 353 F.3d 1024, 1032–33 (D.C. path to pursue justice and compensation, the dollar will collapse, or interest Cir. 2004). and it provided a way to hold rogue nations rates will rise substantially, or infla- accountable for their crimes, and thereby In 1996, I supported the legislation deter more terrorism. The problem with the tion will rise, or all these problems will that ultimately was enacted into the existing legislation, however, is that it has hit at once. statutes that I have just cited. These loopholes. And the U.S. Government is using When that might happen is anybody’s statutes have been interpreted by the these loopholes to continually torpedo the guess. But you can’t reverse the basic D.C. Circuit in Cicippio-Puleo to provide efforts of the families to collect damages, laws of economics. Sooner or later, the the following: and penalize terrorist states. piper gets paid. No. 1, 28 U.S.C. § 1605(a)(7) provides an On October 23, 1983—21 years ago today— So, I think we have made a mistake Hezbollah, at the behest of the government exception to sovereign immunity for of Iran, sent a suicide bomber into the Ma- by increasing the debt limit so sub- state sponsors of terrorism and permits stantially. Needless to say, we must rine Corps Barracks in Beirut Lebanon, kill- Federal courts to hear claims seeking ing 241 U.S. servicemen. protect the full faith and credit of the money damages for personal injury or One of the young Marines who was killed United States. But we do not need a death against such nations and arising that day was a blond, blue-eyed, bowlegged debt limit extension of this magnitude. from terrorist acts they commit, or di- helicopter pilot, named Captain Vincent And we should not have approved it rect to be committed, against Amer- Smith. He had just turned 30. He had a wife yesterday. Instead, we should have ican citizens or nationals outside of the named Ana, a 3-year-old son named Ian, and passed a much smaller increase, in dog named Whiskey. Vince had a penchant foreign state’s territory; and No. 2, 28 for practical jokes, an infectious laugh and a order to put real pressure on the Con- U.S.C. § 1605(a)(7)(note), also known as gress next year to finally get serious contagious grin. He sang in the church choir the ‘‘Flatow Amendment,’’ named for with his velvety tenor voice, he loved to about the need for fiscal discipline. New Jersey student Alisa Flatow, who water-ski, and throw the football with his Next year we will begin perhaps the was killed when Palestinian Islamic brothers on crisp fall afternoons—like this most important domestic policy debate Jihad bombed a Gaza bus on which she one, and have cookouts on the deck with his in a generation when we take up Presi- was riding, imposes liability upon an friends. dent Bush’s call to privatize Social Se- official, employee, or agent of a foreign Vince was my brother. He was my pro- curity. At that point, Congress will tector, my confidant, and my friend. And I state that is designated as a state loved him deeply. Twenty-one years after his have to make a decision. Either we will sponsor of terrorism, only if that offi- keep our promise to American workers, death there is still a hole in my heart and in cial, employee or agent is acting in my life, and in my family. I miss him more or we will break that promise and cut their ‘‘official capacity.’’ every day. earned benefits. I think we should keep On October 23, 2004, in Philadelphia, I I have learned over the past 21 years that our promise and protect benefits. But was privileged to take part in a memo- one does not ‘‘get over’’ the murder of a we can only afford to do that if we rial service held in honor of the serv- brother. Whoever said that time heals quickly reestablish some measure of wounds was an idiot—and whoever said that icemen killed in the 1983 Beirut attack. fiscal discipline. Increasing our debt by never had a wound like this. My wound can- Some of the family members of those $800 billion is not the way to do that not completely heal, because every time killed attended the event. Their mov- and, in my view, is a serious mistake. there is another terrorist attack, the hole in ing comments about how they have my heart is ripped open again: So for all these reasons, I cast my been denied the ability to seek legal re- The U.S. Embassy in Beirut, the Achille vote no yesterday. For the sake of our dress, despite clear findings impli- Lauro, the murder of Robert Stetham of economy, for the sake of our future, cating Hezbollah and Iran in the at- TWA flight 847, Khobar Towers in Saudi Ara- and for the sake of our values as a Na- tacks, were both poignant and persua- bia, the U.S.S. Cole, Madrid, and even this tion, we must restore fiscal discipline. morning, a car bomb outside of Baghdad sive. It is vitally important to victims’ And we must do it soon. killed 10 and wounded 42. families that they have a private right And who here can ever forget that fateful f of action against the state sponsor day: September 11, 2001. JUSTICE FOR MARINE CORPS itself, not just its officials, employees One after the next, after the next, these FAMILIES VICTIMS OF TERRORISM or agents acting in their official capac- events have sliced open my scar-tissued ity. These victims and their families heart, and I must grieve the brother I loved Mr. SPECTER. Mr. President, I seek so dearly over and over again. All of these recognition to describe legislation that deserve not simply a day in court, but also the ability to recover damages events bring me to my knees. And when I am I plan to introduce in the 109th Con- on my knees I pray for justice—not re- gress. I have been asked to pursue this against terrorist states that commit, venge—justice. legislation on behalf of the 158 families direct, or materially support terrorist I do not want vengeance. I do not want the of the brave servicemen who died when acts against American citizens or na- sisters and mothers of young vibrant Iranian the terrorist faction Hezbollah—with tionals. The former, in isolation, is a soldiers to have to weep at the closed casket the support of the Government of hollow right—in legal terms, a right of their brothers and sons as I did, knowing without a remedy. The D.C. Circuit in that his body is not even whole inside the Iran—sent a suicide bomber into the box. I do not want anyone to discover as I Marine Corps Barracks in Beirut, Leb- Cicippio-Puleo tells us that only Con- gress can provide such a remedy. That have that this kind of grief is an incessant anon, on October 23, 1983, killing 241 pain-and it hurts all over. I would not wish U.S. servicemen—18 sailors, 3 soldiers, is my intent. the last 21 years of agonizing sorrow on a and 220 Marines. I ask unanimous consent that the Oc- rabid dog. No. I do not want vengeance. This legislation will provide an ex- tober 23, 2004, remarks by Lynn Smith But I do want justice. And I do want the plicit private right of action for United Derbyshire, the sister of deceased Ma- terrorism to stop. States citizens against state sponsors rine CPT Vincent Smith and a leader of In March 2003, the Beirut families brought of terrorism in our Federal courts, and the families advocating for this legisla- suit against the country of Iran for the murder of our beloved brothers and sons and fa- tion, be printed in the RECORD. will ultimately allow victims of such thers and husbands. We proved in a court of acts to collect court-ordered damages There being no objection, the mate- law, that Hezbollah was carrying out the di- against state-sponsors of terrorism. rial was ordered to be printed in the rect will of the Iranian government. Iran is The specific provisions of the legisla- RECORD, as follows: guilty of the murder of my brother, and of

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:34 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00042 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.054 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11483 Freas Kreischer’s son, and Shirla Maitland’s Hill, SEACOOS aggregates ocean infor- Act, a bill that would add new cat- brother. mation from federal and non-Federal egories to current hate crimes law, That day in court was a moral victory for sources for display and redistribution. sending a signal that violence of any us. There was a tremendous sense of relief to This information system supports kind is unacceptable in our society. finally be able to name the guilty party. But it’s a hollow victory if Iran is not somehow many uses, from search and rescue and On September 19, 1998, in Chicago, IL, held accountable. Terrorists continue to ter- hazardous spill response to providing three men were allegedly attacked by rorize because they can. We have not held information for recreational boaters two men who made anti-gay remarks. them accountable for their crimes, and so and fishermen. This collaborative ef- I believe that the Government’s first they laugh and build more bombs. There has fort among dozens of institutions is a duty is to defend its citizens, to defend been no justice, so there can be no healing. model of teamwork that will enable them against the harms that come out And it is galling that my own government rapid development of a relevant, user- of hate. The Local Law Enforcement continues to allow Iran to get away with driven multi-purpose system. Enhancement Act is a symbol that can murder—literally. As part of the larger IOOS system, become substance. I believe that by It’s a simple rule: one that the parent of any small child can grasp. If your child hits SEACOOS will improve the decision- passing this legislation and changing another child with a stick, you have to take making process for coastal managers, current law, we can change hearts and the stick away, and give your child con- severe weather response teams, and so minds as well. sequences. If there are no consequences, the many others in whose decisions coastal f child will keep hitting kids with sticks, be- conditions are a factor. Through its HAYWOOD COUNTY EMERGENCY cause he has figured out that it gives him scientific contributions to data collec- OPERATIONS DAY power. tion and analysis, SEACOOS will ad- I want the cruelty and senselessness of ter- vance the Nation’s needs in such broad Mrs. DOLE. Mr. President, this past rorism to stop. And there is only one way to areas as: marine operations, e.g. ship- September marked a devastating hurri- do that. We have to take away the stick. cane season for many States. My home There must be consequences. ping and offshore operations like drill- Senator Specter, thank you for intro- ing and mining; natural hazard mitiga- State of North Carolina was ravaged by ducing a bill that will finally allow families tion, e.g. storm forecasting, surge pre- not one, but four hurricanes this fall. like mine and Freas Kreishcher’s and Shirla diction, tsunami warning; climate Western North Carolina was particu- Maitland’s, to pursue rogue nations in the change and its effects, e.g. interannual larly hit hard by Hurricanes Frances courts and to threaten them by threatening variability in water temperature, salin- and Ivan, which destroyed homes, their assets. Their Achilles heel is financial. ity, nutrients, storminess, plankton washed away roadways, and even took If we take away enough of their money, they species and abundance, fish species and lives. Out of this ruin came the chal- will not be able to afford to build more lenge of rebuilding and piecing to- bombs. And then perhaps you will be spared abundance; national security, e.g. the agony of losing your brother or your son. toxin trajectories, detection of covert gether homes, lives, and communities. If that happens, perhaps this gaping, bleed- operations; public health, e.g. unsafe As I visited the devastation in Western ing wound in my heart will finally be able to biological activity, rip currents, harm- North Carolina, I found encouragement heal. ful algal blooms; ecosystem health, e.g. in the selfless hearts of North Caro- Senator Specter, I want to thank you, on changes in food web structure; and sus- linians who went to great lengths to behalf of the families of the Marine Corps tainable use of marine resources, e.g. help those struggling through the Barracks, Beirut bombing victims, for com- fish stock assessments. wreckage left behind. There are many ing to our aid. Thank you for being willing who came together during this crisis. I to champion our cause in the Congress by Among so many throughout the sponsoring this bill. And Senator, I urge you southeast who have made SEACOOS would especially like to thank the first to do everything in your power to enact this possible, I especially want to note and responders who answered the call of bill into law with the utmost haste. thank Harvey Seim, Associate Pro- duty. Our first responders are there for Thank you very much, sir. fessor of Marine Science at UNC Chapel us in times of need, and they literally f Hill. Professor Seim has been the vi- are on the front lines defending our sionary and leader in building this col- homeland. COUNCIL ON OCEANS POLICY On November 21, 2004, the Town of AWARENESS laborative initiative. His dedication to advancing scientific knowledge that Clyde and the Town of Canton are hon- Mrs. DOLE. Mr. President, recently, serves the public interest embodies the oring all those who were involved in the U.S. Commission on Ocean Policy best spirit of higher education and the the rescue and emergency operations made a series of far-reaching rec- academic research enterprise that following the devastation which oc- ommendations to help keep our oceans makes our nation great. curred as a result of the hurricane sea- viable for future generations. While the In keeping with the recommenda- son. November 21, 2004, has officially Senate as a whole will not address tions of the commission, SEACOOS is a been declared by those towns as ‘‘Hay- these recommendations this Congress, model worthy of replicating around the wood County Emergency Operations I hope we may be able to work on these country. It is consistent with the Inte- Appreciation Day.’’ critical issues next year. grated Ocean Observing System that is I would like to commend the efforts In the meanwhile, my home State of called for in the commission report. of these men and women who are mem- North Carolina has already begun to IOOS is a national, interagency pro- bers of the following departments who make real the recommendations of the gram that the commission recommends brought the community together after Commission. For instance, North Caro- be fully funded and implemented to such devastation: Haywood County lina public schools have begun fos- provide a multipurpose ocean informa- Sheriffs Department, North Carolina tering formal ocean education in K–12 tion system for the Nation. Legislation Highway Patrol, North Carolina Proba- schools, after the State mandated in- to authorize IOOS has already been tion and Parole, North Carolina Alco- clusion of ocean curricula in middle unanimously passed by the Senate, S. hol Law Enforcement, North Carolina school. 1400 and companion bills are pending in Division of Motor Vehicles, North Carolina is also leading the the House. I look forward to continued Waynesville Police Department, Can- Nation in heeding the call for improved congressional support and continued ton Police Department, Maggie Valley scientific understanding of the oceans. success as we increase our knowledge Police Department, Haywood County Of particular pride is the success of the and understanding of our oceans. Emergency Management, Waynesville Southeast Coastal Ocean Observing f Fire Department, Cruso Volunteer De- System, or SEACOOS, an umbrella or- partment, Clyde Fire Department, ganizations of institutions that is LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT ACT North Carolina National Guard, Canton building a regional ocean monitoring OF 2003 Fire Department, North Canton Fire and prediction system for the south- Mr. SMITH. Mr. President, I rise Department, Maggie Valley Fire De- east States of North Carolina, South today to speak about the need for hate partment, Lake Junaluska Fire De- Carolina, Georgia and Florida. crimes legislation. On May 1, 2003, Sen- partment, Crabtree Fire Department, Through the leadership of the Uni- ator KENNEDY and I introduced the Fines Creek Fire Department, Jona- versity of North Carolina at Chapel Local Law Enforcement Enhancement than Creek Fire Department, Saunooke

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:13 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00043 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.096 S18PT1 S11484 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 Fire Department, Center Pigeon Volun- The work of Senator DASCHLE and his Danter, Bart Chilton, Brad Wolters, teer Fire Department, Lake Logan Fire staff will be remembered by South Da- Brendan Hilley, Brian Hanafin, Chris Department, Enka/Candler Fire De- kotans for many years to come. I want Bois, Chris VandeVenter, Chris Wag- partment, Haywood County Rescue to thank them for their work and serv- ner, Christiana Gallagher, Chuck Marr, Squad, Haywod County EMS, Blue ice and wish them all the very best. Cindy Harris, Clint Highfill, Danny Ridge Paper Emergency Response f Franklin, Darcell Savage, Denis Team and Clyde Police Department. McDonough, Grant Leslie, Jane HONORING THE WASHINGTON Loewenson, Jeff Nussbaum, Jennifer f STAFF OF SENATOR TOM Duck, Jeri Thomson, Jessica Leonard, TRIBUTE TO THE SOUTH DAKOTA DASCHLE Jessica Scheufele, Jim Oleske, Joan STAFF OF SENATOR TOM Mr. JOHNSON. Mr. President, I rise Huffer, Jody Bennett, Jonathon Leh- DASCHLE today to pay special tribute to a group man, Kate Knudson, Kate Leone, Kelly Mr. JOHNSON. Mr. President, I rise of men and women who have served Fado, Lara Birkes, Larkin Barker, today to pay special tribute to a group over the past 26 years as staff for Sen- Laura Petrou, Lisa Thimjon, Liz of men and women who have served ator TOM DASCHLE here in Washington, Dahan, Mark Childress, Matthew over the past 26 years as staff for Sen- both in his personal office and those Varilek, Michelle Singer, Molly ator TOM DASCHLE in the State of who served him as Democratic leader Rowley, Nancy Erickson, Nancy South Dakota. I join my colleagues in in the Senate for the past 10 years. Hogan, Nick Bauer, Nick Papas, Pat providing the most heartfelt apprecia- Every member of the Senate under- Griffin, Pat Sarcone, Pete Rouse, Phil tion for the public service career of stands that our success rests, in part, Schiliro, Phillip Assmus, Randy Senator DASCHLE and that appreciation with the men and women we choose to DeValk, Reid Cherlin, Sam Mitchell, extends to the work of his South Da- work with us on a daily basis in our of- Sarah Feinberg, Ted Miller, Tim kota staff. fices. I join my colleagues in providing Mitrovich, Todd Webster, Tom McIn- The people of South Dakota have the most heartfelt appreciation for the tyre, and Wizipan Garriott. benefitted greatly over the years from public service career of Senator The work of Senator DASCHLE and his the work of Senator DASCHLE’s staff. DASCHLE and that appreciation extends staff will be remembered by South Da- These men and women worked tire- to the extraordinary work of his staff kotans, and all the Senators and staff lessly behind the scenes on behalf of here in Washington. who have served with them, for many South Dakota constituents. They The people of South Dakota, mem- years to come. I want to thank them served as the eyes and ears for Senator bers of the Senate Democratic Caucus, for their work and service and wish DASCHLE, maintaining contacts in and the institution of the Senate have them all the very best. South Dakota communities, attending benefitted greatly over the years from f meetings on projects and sitting down the hard work and dedication of Sen- with individual constituents to discuss ator DASCHLE’s staff. These men and SOUTH DAKOTA FARMERS UNION matters of importance. women worked tirelessly behind the RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING Some of Senator DASCHLE’s staff pro- scenes. Whether it be his personal staff SENATOR TOM DASCHLE vided over two decades of dedicated or his leadership staff, every single per- Mr. JOHNSON. Mr. President, I ask service to the people of South Dakota. son has been dedicated to making our unanimous consent to submit the text Their long hours of service, many of State a better place to live, and to of the attached resolution by the South them spent driving on country roads, making our Nation safe and secure. Dakota Farmers Union commemo- sitting in coffee shops or walking Some of Senator DASCHLE’s staff pro- rating 26 years of service by United through drought-stricken corn and vided over two decades of dedicated States Senator THOMAS A. DASCHLE. wheat fields, underscored Senator service to the people of South Dakota There being no objection, the mate- DASCHLE’s commitment to serve the and came with him to join his leader- rial was ordered to be printed in the people of South Dakota. ship staff. Their long hours of service RECORD, as follows: Senator DASCHLE’s South Dakota staff truly reflect the tireless work underscored Senator DASCHLE’s com- A RESOLUTION COMMEMORATING 26 YEARS OF SERVICE BY UNITED STATES SENATOR THOM- ethic, dedication, and professionalism mitment to lead our caucus and to AS A. DASCHLE that he has exemplified to all the citi- serve the people of South Dakota and this Nation unselfishly. Senator Whereas, Senator TOM DASCHLE has distin- zens of our state. Whether attending guished himself as more than a reliable economic development outreach meet- DASCHLE’s staff truly reflect the tireless work ethic, dedication, and profes- friend to South Dakota Farmers Union and ings, sacrificing holidays and weekends the cause of family-based agriculture, but to travel with Senator DASCHLE across sionalism that he has exemplified to more so as a true hero to our cause; and, South Dakota, or tending to the many all the citizens of our State. Whereas, Senator DASCHLE performed his casework issues facing our constitu- While each and every member of Sen- duties faithfully to better the lives and op- ents, Senator DASCHLE’s South Dakota ator DASCHLE’s staff is dedicated, com- portunities of all South Dakotans, and con- staff has done a superb job. mitted, and hard working, I think ducted exemplary public service to South It is my hope that these valued mem- three long-serving members of his Dakotans with the assistance of his highly resourceful, talented and dedicated staff in bers of Senator DASCHLE’s South Da- Washington staff should be recognized separately. Those senior staff members his offices in Washington, D.C., Sioux Falls, kota staff recognize the importance of Rapid City and Aberdeen; and, their work and the great appreciation are Pete Rouse, who served in Senator Whereas, Senator DASCHLE championed the that many in South Dakota hold for DASCHLE’s leadership office as chief of cause of ethanol since his first campaign for them for their great service. staff, Nancy Erickson, his deputy chief the U.S. Congress, and is chiefly responsible Senator DASCHLE’s current South Da- of staff in the Capitol, and Laura for its emergence as America’s answer to en- kota staff includes: Petrou, the chief of staff in his per- ergy independence because of his relentless Beth Smith, Betty Daschle, Jody sonal office. All three of these dedi- pursuit of government support for its pro- Jordan, Maeve King, and Virginia cated individuals served the State of duction and marketing; and Whereas, Senator DASCHLE earned his rep- Newquist in the Aberdeen office; Ace South Dakota and the Senate Demo- utation as America’s most important Mem- Crawford, Armon Gaddy, Dorothy cratic Caucus unselfishly and with dis- ber of Congress for the advancement of legis- Christensen, Jackie Heier, Georgeann tinction. lation important to South Dakota Farmers Johnson, Rose Larson, and Sheila Lane It is my hope that all of these valued Union, the National Farmers Union and fam- in the Rapid City office; Bill Idema, members of Senator DASCHLE’s staff ily-based agriculture because of his sincere Gene Dwyer, Jeff Wilka, Jenn Dolan, recognize the importance of their work interest in promoting America’s rural econ- Mark Gerhardt, Mary Peters, Michele and the great appreciation that many omy and because of his generous nature and Seaton, Nicole Deak, Stephanie Devitt, in South Dakota hold for them for approachability to all citizens seeking his assistance in Washington, D.C.; and Stephanie Koster Hoyme, Steve Dick, their great service. Whereas, Senator DASCHLE wisely used his and Steve Erpenbach, Senator Senator DASCHLE’s current personal influence and leadership powers to the ben- DASCHLE’s State director, in the Sioux and leadership staff in Washington in- efit of South Dakota, resulting in unprece- Falls office. cludes: Aaron Fischbach, Amber dented cooperation from urban states to help

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:13 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00044 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.053 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11485 advance the causes and unique, critical needs that has worked to guarantee the bating ethnic and regional divisions a of rural states and agriculture in the form of peace. Much as the United Kingdom major focus of U.S. efforts in Coˆ te federal funds and programs for agriculture, played a pivotal role in stabilizing Si- d’Ivoire. Even as we work with the disaster aid, health care, education, energy erra Leone, France made an admirable international community to hold lead- needs, air transportation, highway mainte- ˆ nance, railways and water development; and commitment to the people of Cote ers accountable for their actions, we Whereas, Senator DASCHLE’s powerful re- d’Ivoire. And despite the friction be- must also assist in laying the ground- sources and status as Senate Majority Lead- tween France and the U.S. on other im- work for peace among the people them- er and Senate Minority Leader gave South portant global issues, we have contin- selves. Dakota unprecedented influence to pass leg- ued to work closely and cooperatively The downward spiral in Coˆ te d’Ivoire islation which was of the greatest benefit to to resolve this crisis. is especially troubling because the all South Dakotans, especially to rural com- But over the many months that have country had, not long ago, been a bea- munities, farms and ranches; and, passed since the Linas-Marcoussis con of stability and important eco- Whereas, Senator DASCHLE was responsible Agreement was signed, progress toward for the allocation of unprecedented federal nomic engine in a deeply troubled re- funds to South Dakota throughout his ten- implementing the accords has stalled, gion. After all of the suffering in Sierra ure in the United States Congress, and that as both parties failed to take construc- Leone and Liberia, and all of the costly Senator DASCHLE’s last term ended with vic- tive steps to move the country toward efforts launched to bring stability back tories for South Dakota, including his quest lasting stability. Then, on November 4, to West Africa, the international com- to produce $2.9 billion in disaster assistance President Gbagbo broke the ceasefire munity cannot afford to lose Coˆ te for farmers and ranchers, against the long- agreement, and in an apparent bid to d’Ivoire to perpetual crisis. standing resistance and indifference of the find a military solution, launched air f majority party in Congress and the White raids on rebel positions in the north. House; and, On November 6, the Ivorian forces PROBLEMS IN THE CENTRAL Whereas, Senator DASCHLE’s great influ- INTELLIGENCE AGENCY ence and power on behalf of South Dakota bombed a French position, killing nine and rural America will be missed in the un- French soldiers and an American aid Mr. AKAKA. Mr. President, I rise finished battles for a Renewable Fuels worker, and wounding dozens more. today to express my concern over re- Standard, a mandatory Country of Origin France retaliated by destroying the cent news reports detailing turmoil in- Labeling law, fair trade policies which are Ivorian air force. What followed was an side the Central Intelligence Agency not predatory to South Dakota agriculture, orchestrated campaign, conducted since the arrival of the new Director, sufficient drought relief, rural water devel- largely via broadcasts on state-con- Porter Goss, and former members of opment and a progressive agricultural agenda which supports a strong rural economy, as trolled media outlets, to encourage his staff in the House of Representa- well as the fights to preserve social security citizens to participate in a rampage of tives. and Medicare, lower prescription drug costs, anti-French violence and looting. As a senior member of the Senate and make health care coverage affordable I am heartened by the unity and re- Committee on Governmental Affairs and available to all Americans; solve of the international community with oversight responsibility for home- Now, therefore, we resolve that the Dele- in confronting this crisis, and by the land security and the committee re- gates of the 89th Convention of South Da- rejection of Ivorian efforts to justify sponsible for drafting the legislative kota Farmers Union commends and highly the bombings and to vilify France. U.N. reform on intelligence now in con- appreciates the lifetime dedication and serv- peacekeepers performed bravely in try- ference, I am deeply concerned about ice of Senator THOMAS A. DASCHLE to improve the economy and the quality of life in ing to protect the zone of confidence the impact the new leadership at the South Dakota and throughout the United during the recent hostilities. South Af- CIA may have on our national security. States. rican President Thabo Mbeki moved Since the terrorist attacks against f quickly to reach out to all parties and the United States on September 11, ˆ open the door to dialogue that could 2001, the Congress has been engaged as TROUBLING SITUATION IN COTE diffuse the situation, though sadly, his never before in efforts to reform our in- D’IVOIRE efforts were not embraced by all par- telligence collection capability in Mr. FEINGOLD. Mr. President, I ex- ties. On November 15, the United Na- terms of our ability to improve the press my concerns about the troubling tions Security Council unanimously technical means to collect and share situation in Coˆ te d’Ivoire. adopted a resolution establishing an critical information in a timely fash- As my colleagues know, in Sep- arms embargo on Coˆ te d’Ivoire, and in- ion. The key component to that reform tember 2002, rebellion broke out in dicating that a travel ban and asset is human capital. Time and time again Coˆ te d’Ivoire, eventually dividing the freeze will be applied to anyone from in outside commissions, reports to the country between the north, where among the government or rebel ranks Congress, and in hearings, we have rebels known as the Force Nouvelle es- found to be an impediment to progress been told that our intelligence and law tablished themselves, and the south, on implementing the peace accords. I enforcement communities lack suffi- where President Laurent Gbagbo’s gov- welcome this resolution and its insist- cient qualified personnel to collect and ernment continued to exercise its au- ence on accountability from all parties analyze information. I introduced leg- thority. The Economic Community of to Coˆ te d’Ivoire’s conflict. islation, S. 589, the Homeland Security West African states, or ECOWAS, In addition to accountable, construc- Federal Workforce Act, which passed helped to negotiate a ceasefire, and in tive leadership, there is a desperate the Senate with bipartisan support last January 2003 international efforts to need for grassroots reconciliation ef- year and is now in the House, to help mediate the crisis culminated in the forts. The tensions that came to a boil rectify that problem. Other Members of signing of the Linas-Marcoussis Agree- in 2002 have, sadly, been simmering for Congress on both sides of the aisle have ment of early 2003, which provided for some time. In the 1990s, some pursued a also introduced legislation to improve an interim Government of National deliberate effort to promote a divisive, our intelligence and law enforcement Reconciliation to move the country to- destructive, xenophobic brand of na- workforce. ward new elections. The United Na- tionalism in the country, and if a last- This is why I am so disturbed by the tions established a peacekeeping mis- ing peace is to take hold and the people news reports that senior members of sion and over 6,000 troops from around of Coˆ te d’Ivoire are to be free from fear the CIA are being forced to resign, are the world deployed to monitor the of a return to violence and chaos, a being pressured to fire subordinates, ceasefire and help the parties imple- great deal of work must be done to and there are fears that they may even ment the peace accord—further evi- lessen ethnic tensions and build con- be asked to tailor their analysis to sup- dence of international will to help the fidence and trust in Ivorian commu- port the administration’s policies, ac- people of Coˆ te d’Ivoire regain a stable nities. In recent days, French nationals cording to the November 17, 2004, New footing and reestablish a just and have been the targets of ugly invective, York Times. I ask unanimous consent peaceful unified government. but in the recent past it has been that the article be printed in the Throughout these diplomatic efforts, northern Ivorians, immigrants, and RECORD following my remarks. 4,000 French soldiers have served as the Muslims who have been demonized. I The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without backbone of the international presence urge the administration to make com- objection, it is so ordered.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:13 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.094 S18PT1 S11486 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 (See exhibit 1.) that he was seeking ‘‘to clarify beyond doubt lead in all contacts with the media and with Mr. AKAKA. Among those who have the rules of the road.’’ Congress. ‘‘We remain a secret organiza- been forced out or retired recently are While his words could be construed as urg- tion,’’ he said. the Deputy Director of the CIA, the ing analysts to conform with administration Among the moves that Mr. Goss said he policies, Mr. Goss also wrote, ‘‘We provide was weighing was the selection of a can- Deputy Director of Operations, the sec- the intelligence as we see it—and let the didate to become the agency’s No. 2 official, ond ranking member of the clandestine facts alone speak to the policymaker.’’ the deputy director of central intelligence. service, and the former head of the CIA The memorandum suggested an effort by The name being mentioned most often with- bin Laden unit. Other resignations, re- Mr. Goss to spell out his thinking as he em- in the C.I.A. as a candidate, intelligence offi- tirements, or reassignments may fol- barked on what he made clear would be a cials said, is Lt. Gen. Michael V. Hayden of low. major overhaul at the agency, with further the Air Force, the director of the National Apparently, Director Goss brought changes to come. The changes to date, in- Security Agency, which is responsible for with him at least 4 former staffers cluding the ouster of the agency’s clandes- intercepting electronic communications tine service chief, have left current and from the House of Representatives and worldwide. The naming of a deputy director former intelligence officials angry and un- would be made by the White House, in a inserted them into senior positions at nerved. Some have been outspoken, includ- nomination subject to Senate confirmation. the agency where they have begun to ing those who said Tuesday that they re- In interviews this week, members of Con- force these resignations. garded Mr. Goss’s warning as part of an ef- gress as well as current and former intel- This is troubling for two reasons: fort to suppress dissent within the organiza- ligence officials said one reason the overhaul First, we cannot afford to lose any in- tion. under way had left them unnerved was that telligence personnel, especially sea- In recent weeks, White House officials Mr. Goss had not made clear what kind of soned officers, in the midst of the war have complained that some C.I.A. officials agency he intended to put in place. But Mr. have sought to undermine President Bush Goss’s memorandum did little to spell out on terrorism. We have so few people we and his policies. cannot fully staff the Terrorist Threat that vision, and it did not make clear why At a minimum, Mr. Goss’s memorandum the focus of overhaul efforts to date appeared Integration Center, TTIC, that the appeared to be a swipe against an agency de- to be on the operations directorate, which President created to provide a coordi- cision under George J. Tenet, his predecessor carries out spying and other covert missions nated counterterrorism response to the as director of central intelligence, to permit around the world. 9/11 attacks. Secondly, our intelligence a senior analyst at the agency, Michael ‘‘It’s just very hard to divine what’s going staff have been working 24/7 since the Scheuer, to write a book and grant inter- on over there,’’ said Senator Ron Wyden, war on terrorism and the war in Iraq views that were critical of the Bush adminis- Democrat of Oregon, who said he and other tration’s policies on terrorism. members of the Senate intelligence com- began. They need morale boosters, not One former intelligence official said he saw the morale downers that come from the mittee would be seeking answers at closed nothing inappropriate in Mr. Goss’s warning, sessions this week. ‘‘But on issue after issue, forced resignations of well-respected noting that the C.I.A. had long tried to dis- there’s a real question about whether the leaders. tance itself and its employees from policy country and the Congress are going to get an So desperate is the personnel situa- matters. unvarnished picture of our intelligence situ- tion that the intelligence reform bill, ‘‘Mike exploited a seam in the rules and in- ation at a critical time.’’ S. 2845, now in conference, authorizes appropriately used it to express his own pol- Mr. Goss said in the memorandum that he icy views,’’ the official said of Mr. Scheuer. the establishment of a National Intel- recognized that intelligence officers were op- ‘‘That did serious damage to the agency, be- erating in an atmosphere of extraordinary ligence Reserve Corps for the tem- cause many people, including some in the porary reemployment of former intel- pressures, after a series of reports critical of White House, thought that he was being intelligence agencies’ performance in the ligence community employees during urged by the agency to take on the presi- months leading up to the Sept. 11 attacks periods of emergency. dent. I know that was not the case.’’ and the war in Iraq. But a second former intelligence official Some would argue that the CIA is a ‘‘The I.C. and its people have been relent- said he was concerned that the memorandum ‘‘damaged agency’’ that needs to be re- lessly scrutinized and criticized,’’ he said, and the changes represented an effort by Mr. formed through ‘‘hard love.’’ Perhaps using an abbreviation for intelligence com- Goss to stifle independence. munity. ‘‘Intelligence-related issues have be- that is the case. Perhaps the oper- ‘‘If Goss is asking people to color their come the fodder of partisan food fights and ations directorate needs to be given views and be a team player, that’s not what turf-power skirmishes. All the while, the de- new direction. I understand that both people at C.I.A. signed up for,’’ said the mand for our services and products against a President Clinton and President Bush, former intelligence official. The official and ruthless and unconventional enemy has ex- others interviewed in recent days spoke on in his first term, were focused on re- panded geometrically and we are expected to condition that they not be named, saying forming the clandestine operations deliver—instantly. We have reason to be they did not want to inflame tensions at the through the efforts of Director Tenet proud of our achievements and we need to be agency. and that those reforms were yielding Some of the contents of Mr. Goss’s memo- smarter about how we do our work in this results. But if those results are insuffi- randum were first reported by The Wash- operational climate.’’ cient, more needs to be done. ington Post. A complete copy of the docu- f If a ship needs to change course and ment was obtained on Tuesday by The New requires a new crew, the new crew York Times. needs to knows both how to pilot a ship Tensions between the agency’s new leader- LIFTING HOLD ON NOMINATION OF and how to plot a course. So far, the ship team, which took over in late Sep- DEBORAH MAJORAS current upheaval at the Central Intel- tember, and senior career officials are more Mr. WYDEN. Mr. President, last intense than at any time since the late May, I announced my intention to ob- ligence Agency makes me worry that 1970’s. The most significant changes so far the current new crew may not measure have been the resignations on Monday of ject to any unanimous consent request up to that challenge. I would like to be Stephen R. Kappes, the deputy director of for the Senate to take up the nomina- proved wrong because our national se- operations, and his deputy, Michael Sulick, tion of Deborah Majoras to be the curity depends on it. but Mr. Goss told agency employees in the Chair of the Federal Trade Commis- EXHIBIT 1 memorandum that he planned further sion, FTC. I did so because despite sev- [From the New York Times, Nov. 17, 2004] changes ‘‘in the days and weeks ahead of us’’ eral requests, I had received no assur- that would involve ‘‘procedures, organiza- NEW C.I.A. CHIEF TELLS WORKERS TO BACK ance from Ms. Majoras that under her tion, senior personnel and areas of focus for leadership, the FTC would take any ADMINISTRATION POLICIES our action.’’ (By Douglas Jehl) ‘‘I am committed to sharing these changes steps to address anticompetitive prac- WASHINGTON, Nov. 16.—Porter J. Goss, the with you as they occur,’’ Mr. Goss said in the tices that drive up gasoline prices na- new intelligence chief, has told Central In- memorandum. ‘‘I do understand it is easy to tionwide and particularly in the Pa- telligence Agency employees that their job be distracted by both the nature and the cific Northwest. Oregon consumers is to ‘‘support the administration and its pace of change. I am confident, however, typically pay some of the highest gaso- policies in our work,’’ a copy of an internal that you will remain deeply committed to line prices in the Nation. memorandum shows. our mission.’’ Today, I received a letter from Ms. ‘‘As agency employees we do not identify Mr. Goss’s memorandum included a re- with, support or champion opposition to the minder that C.I.A. employees should ‘‘scru- Majoras describing how she is moving administration or its policies,’’ Mr. Goss said pulously honor our secrecy oath’’ by allow- forward on certain commitments she in the memorandum, which was circulated ing the agency’s public affairs office and its made to me concerning the FTC’s poli- late on Monday. He said in the document Congressional relations branch to take the cies for the oil and gasoline industry.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:24 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.055 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11487 In particular, she committed to consult gin Islands. Yet, our current Secretary the foreign policy of the United States with outside experts to get to the bot- of State has shown remarkable knowl- and all its citizens, which includes the tom of the differences between the edge of the sometimes complex issues U.S. citizens of Puerto Rico under its Government Accountability Office, arising from official international ac- current status. GAO, and the FTC on the impacts of tivities of local territorial govern- The actions taken by the Department the FTC oil merger policies on gasoline ments. of State in this matter do not affect prices. Ms. Majoras’ letter states that In responding to international issues the process of self-determination as to she is working to do this by conducting arising from Federal-territorial rela- the ultimate political status of Puerto a public review of the GAO report on tions in the case of Puerto Rico, Sec- Rico. Rather, this is a matter of con- the Effects of Mergers and Market Con- retary Powell has articulated sound firming and in a proper manner imple- centration in the U.S. Petroleum In- principles that are relevant to Federal menting Federal powers and respon- dustry. Following that review, Ms. policy with respect to the other terri- sibilities beyond the realm of local pol- Majoras also promises to share her tories as well. Specifically, the record itics regarding the status of the terri- views with me on the GAO report. should reflect the success of measures tory, until informed self-determination Ms. Majoras’ letter indicates she is adopted by the Department of State to recognized under Federal law and pol- making a good-faith effort to take a ensure that local government officials icy leads to status resolution. Of fresh look at the issues raised by the in the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico course, neither local government pow- GAO report. In light of this and the do not take official actions incon- ers nor the terms for political status other actions Ms. Majoras has initiated sistent with the reservation of foreign resolution can be determined unilater- to get to the bottom of the reasons why relations powers to the federal govern- ally by local law or political processes, consumers in my part of the country ment under the U.S. Constitution. because in each case Federal law is su- are paying such high gasoline prices, I The Department of State has tried to preme and only changes in Federal law will no longer object to any unanimous show flexibility and include territories can change the status or define the ex- consent request for the Senate to take in international programs and activi- tent that local governments can exer- up Ms. Majoras’ nomination. I will, ties when appropriate, as it does in the cise sovereignty as to local matters. however, continue to closely monitor case of other domestic political sub- For making these realities clear, and the FTC actions under Ms. Majoras’ divisions. However, Department of doing so in an impartial and entirely leadership to ensure gasoline con- State oversight and regulation of all fair way, it is appropriate to commend sumers are not overpaying at the official international activities by our Secretary of State and the men and pump. local territorial governments is nec- women of the U.S. State Department. I ask unanimous consent that a copy essary to preserve the constitutional f of this statement along with Ms. allocation of powers within the U.S. TRIBUTE TO INTERNS Majoras’ letter be printed in the CON- Federal system, especially as it relates GRESSIONAL RECORD. to administration of territories with a Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, today I There being no objection, the mate- political status defined by Federal extend my appreciation to my fall 2004 rial was ordered to be printed in the statute rather than the U.S. Constitu- class of interns: Sonja Loges, Colleen RECORD, as follows: tion itself. In the case of Puerto Rico, Coffey, Lauryn Douglas, Cheri Rolfes, FEDERAL TRADE COMMISSION, Federal authority in all official inter- Sarah Helgen, Katie Callahan, Milan Washington, DC, November 18, 2004. national matters is consistent with the Dalal and Deborah Sundquist. Each of Hon. RON WYDEN, Puerto Rico Federal Relations Act (64 them has been of tremendous assist- U.S. Senate, State. 319), and required by the status ance to me and to the people of Iowa Washington, DC. of the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico over the past several months. DEAR SENATOR WYDEN, In response to your as a territory subject to the authority Since I was first elected to the Sen- recent inquiries, I want to assure you that I am working to implement the actions that I of Congress under Article IV, Section 3, ate in 1984, my office has offered in- laid out in my letter of June 10, 2004. For ex- Clause 2 of the U.S. Constitution. All ternships to young Iowans and other ample, we are working on the public review powers of the local government remain interested students. Through their by outside economic experts of the findings subject to the supremacy of Federal work in the Senate, our interns have in the GAO Report, Energy Markets: Effects of law. not only seen the legislative process, Mergers and Market Concentration in the U.S. The Department of State acted in the but also personally contributed to our Petroleum Industry and the criticisms of that national interest and in the best long- Nation’s democracy. report. As you know, it is common for econo- term interest of our fellow citizens in It is with much appreciation that I mists to submit their work for peer review Puerto Rico by not acquiescing in ac- and discussion, and I believe that such an as- recognize Sonja, Colleen, Lauryn, sessment would be useful. Given your inter- tions by U.S. citizen officials of the Cheri, Sarah, Katie, Milan and Deborah est in the report, I plan to share my views local government seeking inter- for their hard work this fall. It has with you about the findings and conclusions national recognition and treatment for been a delight to watch them take on of this public discussion once we have com- Puerto Rico that are reserved for sov- their assignments with enthusiasm and pleted that process. ereign nations. The Department must hard work. I am very proud to have Here at the FTC, we are working at full continue to adhere to the simple rule worked with each of them. I hope they throttle to protect American consumers; I that the Commonwealth should not be take from their fall a sense of pride in look forward to working cooperatively with permitted to act officially in the inter- the Congress in the coming session on these what they have been able to accom- efforts. national sphere in a manner that would plish, as well as an increased interest Sincerely, not be permitted for other political in public service and our democratic DEBORAH PLATT MAJORAS. subdivisions, whether State, county, system and process. f city or territorial, unless otherwise f specifically provided by Congress. COMMENDING SECRETARY POW- By confirming the correct applica- TRIBUTE TO HOWARD TINBERG ELL AND STATE DEPARTMENT tion of Federal law and policy in his AND ROBERT BELL ON MANAGING INTERNATIONAL cable to our embassies, Secretary Pow- Mr. KENNEDY. Mr. President, it is a GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS ell has given diplomatic expression to privilege to take this opportunity to FOR U.S. TERRITORIES the principles of federalism that apply commend two college professors in Mr. CRAIG. Mr. President, as our col- to Puerto Rico and other U.S. terri- Massachusetts for the national rec- leagues on the Senate Energy and Nat- tories. This ‘‘Powell Doctrine’’, if you ognition they have won today. Pro- ural Resources Committee will attest, will, ends the ambivalence and ambi- fessor of English Howard Tinberg at it takes years of experience to under- guity that have existed about these Bristol Community College in Fall stand some of the nuances of Federal issues for too long. The Secretary of River was named an Outstanding Com- law and policy applicable in American State applied the correct legal doctrine munity College Professor of the Year, Samoa, Guam, Puerto Rico, the North- in these matters, based on the principle and Robert Bell, professor of English at ern Mariana Islands and the U.S. Vir- that the Federal Government conducts Williams College in Williamstown, was

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.058 S18PT1 S11488 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 named an Outstanding Baccalaureate his remarkable efforts and compassion, ously, we were failing to turn young lives College Professor of the Year. the urban areas of Iowa would not be around.’’ The awards were presented by the the same. His progressive vision of to- Abdul-Samad began to research the problem. He resigned his prison contract and Council for Advancement and Support day’s youth places a positive outlook went to work for a Des Moines organization of Education and the Carnegie Founda- not only for the youth of today, but called Urban Dreams, where he worked with tion for the Advancement of Teaching. also the youth of the future. kids already at El Dora. ‘‘But I wanted to Four professors were recognized at Mr. President, I ask that the fol- catch the kids before they got to that insti- each level of higher education—com- lowing magazine article be printed in tution,’’ explains Abdul-Samad. ‘‘And I was munity college, baccalaureate, mas- the RECORD. tired of hearing people say we can fix kids. ters, and doctoral/research—for their The article follows: You can’t ‘fix’ a child or an adult. You can outstanding teaching, their commit- provide resources for them to fix themselves [From the Caring Magazine, Dec., 2004] because if the motivation to change doesn’t ment to undergraduate students and In 1996, a young woman from an outlying come from their own heart, it doesn’t work.’’ their contribution to teaching as a pro- suburb of Des Moines, Iowa, was killed when It was at that time that the young woman fession. caught in gang crossfire—a tragedy fre- in Des Moines was killed in the crossfire, Howard Tinberg teaches literature quently played out in all too many American providing a catalyst to test Abdul-Samad’s and composition, and is renowned for cities and towns. The community was out- concept. ‘‘With Creative Visions we showed involving his students in researching raged, and many people approached local ac- the kids we were willing to give them an op- tivist Ako Abdul-Samad and asked what the use of literacy in families and com- portunity,’’ Abdul-Samad affirms. ‘‘We gave could be done. He replied, ‘‘Let’s talk with them a new family to belong to. We gave munities. He was instrumental in the the kids you’re talking about. Let’s hear them an opportunity to have a building— establishment of the Writing Center at what they need.’’ that gave them ownership because they put Bristol Community College and the And so Chuck Johnson, president and CEO the graffiti on the walls. Every young person Center for Teaching and Learning on of Pioneer Hi-Bred and president of the Des who was here in 1996 was involved in all as- the campus. He also serves as editor of Moines Chamber of Commerce, and Tom pects of Creative Visions. We didn’t do one the national journal. Teaching English Glenn of the Des Moines Labor Institute met program without their input. We would do in the Two-Year Colleges. with Abdul-Samad for hours along with 14 of focus groups until we got it right. And they Des Moines’ top gang leaders. Then Abdul- saw me walking the talk.’’ Robert Bell’s approach to teaching is Samad met with the gang members alone, And then came 1997 and a personal tragedy grounded in his personal connections discussing an idea he had to build an organi- that tested Abdul-Samad’s faith and ability to his students and the exploration of zation to help at-risk youth. to continue to ‘‘walk the talk.’’ In December literature through the details of the Of the 14 gang leaders who showed up that his only son, ‘‘Little Ako,’’ was shot to death author’s language. In 1994, he founded a day, six bought into Abdul-Samad’s idea. by a young man named Rodney. ‘‘When I mentoring program for new faculty And thus Creative Visions was born. The went to the hospital, it was full of young members, the Project for Effective only thing the newly birthed organization people waiting to see what I would do,’’ asked of the six gang members who stayed Teaching, which brings teachers to- Abdul-Samad recalls. ‘‘The police declared it on was to stop all of their illegal activity. an accidental shooting. My family wanted gether for weekly discussions, ‘‘We didn’t ask them to denounce their gang me to press charges and send the killer to symposia and conferences. or to shed their gang colors,’’ says Abdul- jail. And the gang members wanted to kill The Professors of the Year Program Samad. ‘‘And for two months we all worked Rodney. I will tell you now that the walk be- was created in 1981 and is the only na- out of my house—with members of the Crips, came very difficult for me. I worked hard at tional program specifically designed to Bloods, Gangsta Disciples, and Vice Lords just trying to think straight. Sometimes I recognize excellence in undergraduate coming and going, much to my neighbors’ wouldn’t know what I was doing. wary curiosity. ‘‘I prayed for guidance. Within a week, I teaching and mentoring. This year’s ‘‘After the two months, we met again with winners were selected from a pool of called a press conference and had Rodney the president of Pioneer Hi-Bred, among oth- and his mother there. And I forgave Rodney nearly 300 teachers nominated by their ers. The gang members walked in wearing in public. I said that I’ve already lost my son provosts and academic vice presidents their colors, and then shortly into the meet- and that it would do no good to lose another and supported by colleagues, former ing they all got up and walked out. I kept on young man. I said if I could forgive him, who students, and current students. talking, and it seemed like they weren’t had the right not to? And then I took Rod- Massachusetts is proud of the na- coming back, so I began to apologize to the ney home with me for the next four or five tional recognition earned by these two president and attendees. Just then, all of days. distinguished educators who have dedi- them walked in again dressed in business ‘‘I think this is what the fate of Creative suits ready to give their individual presen- Visions, because the kids and young adults cated their careers to improving the tations. Tears streamed down my face.’’ now saw me walk the talk despite my per- learning and lives of their students and In the eight years that have since passed, sonal pain. They saw I was willing to keep on colleagues, and I congratulate them for only one of the six original gang members giving, no matter what it cost. And not only their impressive leadership. who agreed to work with Abdul-Samad re- me. There was another staff person whose turned to his former ways, and now even he f son was shot and killed in a street not far is starting to put his life back together from our office. The kids could see that there ADDITIONAL STATEMENTS again. are people who work here that are in pain, From that small but powerful beginning, but they keep on going.’’ Lest one label Abdul-Samad estimates that Creative Vi- Abdul-Samad and his co-workers ‘‘role mod- HONORING AKO ABDUL-SAMAD sions has probably taken more guns and els,’’ he is quick to correct the term: ‘‘We drugs off the street than any other organiza- ∑ Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, today I don’t use the term ‘role model;’ we use ‘goal tion in the Midwest. Their secret? Very sim- model.’ Too many times we put our role would like to call my colleagues’ at- ple, really. Give the so-called ‘‘lost-to-the- models upon pedestals; we don’t allow them tention to the extraordinary work of streets’’ youth and young adults a cus- to be human, which hinders their giving. We one of my Iowa constituents. This tomized, holistic program of self-develop- think a ‘goal model’ allows someone to make year, Ako Abdul-Samad, a Des Moines- ment, and you will see them transform into mistakes, to learn from those mistakes, and based activist, received the prestigious self-sufficient, productive citizens. The seeds to grow. As goal models we ‘model’ setting 2004 National Caring Award for his for Creative Visions were planted 15 years goals, striving to reach those goals, and work with at-risk youth in urban areas before its formal founding. ‘‘I had a contract making those goals a reality.’’ to visit and work in the prisons statewide,’’ throughout Iowa. His organization, Certainly part of what makes Creative Vi- says Abdul-Samad. ‘‘One day I was in the in- sions work is its peer counselors—some of Creative Visions, was founded in 1996 take center where all the prisoners come whom are former gang members, drug ad- after gang violence killed a young once they are sentenced. I met a 16-year-old dicts, and dealers themselves. They are espe- woman in suburban Des Moines. By who was about to serve an adult sentence, cially able to form trusting relationship with working with both community leaders and before I left he asked me to tell his dad young people who know they have ‘‘been as well as gang leaders, Ako has helped and uncles when I saw them that he was OK. there, done that.’’ many youth overcome their troubled I thought he meant when I got back to Des Like many dedicated to a life of service, past. Moines to look them up. But no, he said his Abdul-Samad’s reward is not accolades. ‘‘A dad was in one state prison and his uncles reward is when a young street person, whom I am proud to call Ako Abdul-Samad were in another. Then I learned that all of everyone else had given up on, goes through not only a fellow Iowan, but also a them had been to El Dora, a well-known our program and then walks in the door one friend. Since 1996, his organization has boys’ training school that supposedly helped day and shows you their diploma, or tells aided countless Iowa youth. Without troubled youth avoid a life of crime. Obvi- you they’ve gone back to school, or shares

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:24 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00048 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.057 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11489 the career path they’ve chose to pursue. work. In the 1960s, Reverend Williams ers!’’ Having lost a leg in a train acci- Nothing is more rewarding than to watch launched a free meal program at Glide dent when he was a boy, Salty was a someone who is struggling and wearing a that expanded in the 1980s to providing firm support and wonderful example for look of despair suddenly transform. You can begin to see hope in their eyes and the begin- three meals a day to the hungry and youngsters who were coping with a ning of a smile.’’ homeless. The program currently similar disability. Salty would dem- There are many aspects of inner-city life serves over 1 million meals a year to onstrate how the loss of a limb really that are not pretty. Abdul-Samad and his co- members of the larger San Francisco would not set them back one bit. workers come face to face with often grim community. Many charitable endeavors benefited and gritty circumstances that most people In the 1990s, feeling the need to reach from Salty’s talent, energy, and good would not want to even hear about, much out to those involved in drug abuse, name. He was especially involved in less confront. Teen pregnancies, venereal diseases, drug overdoses, stabbings, are all Reverend Williams took his message the Big Brothers of Rhode Island, the part of the realities Creative Visions’ coun- against drugs into the community, Muscular Dystrophy Association, and selors face each day. Abdul-Samad credits using a bullhorn in front of housing was a board member, appropriately his relationship with God with helping him projects to call addicts and dealers out enough, of Save the Bay. Cardi’s Fur- get through his pain. He also copes through to recovery. niture for whom he had recorded a the pen—often writing poetry at 3 a.m., As Reverend Williams begins his 40th trademark commercial—honored Salty which relaxes him and had led to the release year at Glide Memorial Church, he is for his service to our community just of his first book, A Deeper Truth/Relevations now serving as Glide’s CEO and Min- last year. From the Soul. Abdul-Samad has spent most of his 53 ister of National and International Born in 1918, Salty’s life was framed years giving to others. Even as a child he Ministries. He continues to bring forth by Red Sox World Series victories. This tended to wounded animals or fixed broken new ideas on how to battle the prob- is entirely appropriate, as Salty was an bicycles and then gave them away to neigh- lems inflicting the San Francisco com- ardent and devoted fan and even had borhood kids. By the time he was 18, he was munity, including poverty, drug abuse, aspired to be a ball player. Just last aligned with an organization that fed 300 violence and despair. He is a respected August, on Rhode Island Day at children each morning—long before the school system began offering free breakfasts. and revered leader who brings together Fenway Park, Salty Brine was given ‘‘This was all during the 1960s, a good time in people searching for acceptance, social the well-deserved honor of throwing which to have grown up because of all the justice and spiritual growth. out the first pitch. consciousness-raising going on—women’s I hope you will all join me in cele- Like the Big Blue Bug and Mr. Po- rights, civil rights, human rights,’’ says brating the remarkable service of Rev- tato Head, Salty Brine, with his skip- Abdul-Samad. ‘‘Anyone young who got erend Cecil Williams for the past 40 per’s hat, was a Rhode Island icon, a caught up in the counter-culture movement years at Glide Memorial Church. I wish one-of-a-kind and endearing institution at that time couldn’t help but identify with him many more years of rewarding ex- that bound all Rhode Islanders to- people who were struggling.’’ After eight years, the vision Ako Abdul- periences to the San Francisco commu- gether in a single fond experience. He Samad conceived and built is flourishing. Al- nity and beyond.∑ was so much a part of our landscape most two dozen programs are now operating f that the legislature renamed a Narra- through his center, from computer classes to gansett State beach after him. The IN TRIBUTE TO RHODE ISLAND 12-step meetings. Since its inception, Cre- Salty Brine Beach endures as a perma- BROADCASTING LEGEND SALTY ative Visions has attracted and helped more nent affirmation of our affection for than 6,500 men, women, and at-risk children BRINE our Salty. and youth. Now calls are coming in from cit- ∑ Mr. CHAFEE. Mr. President, I want ies around the United States—and other Salty Brine was married to his first countries including Mexico, the Netherlands, to pay tribute to a great Rhode Is- wife, Marion, known to all as Mickie, and Nigeria—also interested in starting simi- lander who passed away on Election for 56 years. She died in 2000. He is sur- lar organizations. Day: Walter L ‘‘Salty’’ Brine. vived by his wife, Roseanna, and his Abdul-Samad knows that many of the bat- Salty Brine was a local broadcasting son Wally, who co-hosts the ‘‘Loren & tles he undertakes won’t be won in his life- legend one might even say he was the Wally Morning Show’’ on WROR-FM in time. But his philosophy is to plant a seed, voice of Rhode Island. For half a cen- and he has planted many.∑ Boston. tury, he hosted the morning program Rhode Island will miss him.∑ f on WPRO-AM. It was Salty’s voice that f REVEREND CECIL WILLIAMS thrilled three generations of school- RETIREMENT OF VEE BURKE ∑ Mrs. BOXER. Mr. President, I wish to children on snowy mornings with the ∑ recognize and share with my colleagues announcement, ‘‘No school, Foster- Mr. ROCKEFELLER. Mr. President, I the compassion and dedication of Rev- Glocester!’’ commend Ms. Vee Burke for her years erend Cecil Williams in honor of his 40 Salty’s show was the soundtrack of a of public service as a member of the years of community service to the San Rhode Island morning. The sound of his Congressional Research Service, CRS. Francisco community. voice conjures up the following scene: She has demonstrated an enormous ca- Reverend Williams has been Pastor of It is dark outside, a bowl of steaming pacity for public service and tremen- San Francisco’s Glide Memorial oatmeal is on the kitchen table, there dous insight on social policy. In over 30 Church since the early 1960s. He has is a mad scramble to locate a missing years working for the CRS, Vee has built a community congregation of mitten before the school bus arrives. proven herself to be a true expert in over 10,000 members and is recognized Salty would preside over the recount- the field of public welfare. as a national leader on the leading edge ing of the news and the weather. His Through her hard work and dedica- of social change. wife Mickie would call in and give a re- tion, Vee has provided background re- Reverend Williams has led Glide Me- port on what birds were at the ports and thoughtful analysis of low- morial Church to be a political voice birdfeeder. We would be on the edges of income programs, especially welfare for equal rights and a safe haven for our seats waiting for him to say our reform. Members need timely and clear the oppressed. His congregation has school was closed. I suppose it is fair to information in order to make informed lent its support to those who speak out say that Rhode Islanders associate policy decisions. Vee has provided such on national issues of importance, such Salty Brine with that singular elation information for many years. Her abil- as the Vietnam war, nuclear weapon aroused by a snow day. Salty was the ity to immerse herself in the specific development, affirmative action and ultimate bearer of good news. details of each program assured the HIV/AIDS prevention. Of course, Salty’s career encom- completeness of her reports, and her When Reverend Williams joined Glide passed much more than reading the consistent presence from one year to Memorial Church in the 1960s, he trans- rollcall of school closures. From 1958 to the next was essential in maintaining formed it into a sacred space that hon- 1968, he hosted a children’s television an overview of the larger welfare sys- ors diversity, expression, and the cele- program called ‘‘Salty Brine’s Shack,’’ tem that the individual programs col- bration of life. which costarred his collie Jack and lectively represent. I would like to share a couple exam- ended reliably with the admonition, At the end of this month, Vee will be ples of Reverend Williams’ tremendous ‘‘Brush your teeth and say your pray- retiring from CRS. While she will be

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.065 S18PT1 S11490 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 missed, she has certainly earned the staff at the Lewis and Clark National Since 1997, Wawa and the CJ Founda- right to move on to the next phase of Historic Park for their dedication to tion for SIDS have held Walk-a-Thons her life. The legacy she leaves behind the public good. With the peak of Lewis on the second Sunday in September. will be difficult to match. Having been and Clark Bicentennial celebrations Walks are held at 12 locations in their honored for her outstanding perform- coming in the summer of 2005, there is five trading areas: New Jersey, Penn- ance numerous times, it is clear that still much work to do. But I am con- sylvania, Delaware, Maryland, and Vir- Ms. Burke has earned the respect of her fident that they will succeed and leave ginia. With the strong support of Wawa colleagues within CRS, congressional a legacy lasting well beyond this sea- area managers, supervisors and store Members and staff, and the larger re- son of celebration. While the public personnel, Wawa has raised more than search and policy community as a servants of our many Federal agencies $1.5 million over the last 8 years. Not whole. Though many of them will are often faceless and nameless to us in only have Wawa customers, vendors never know her name, her knowledge Congress, they are considered friends and associates given generously of and commitment to public service has and partners in the communities they their time to make the SIDS walks an affected the lives of millions of Ameri- serve.∑ enormous success, but countless Wawa cans. It is with the deepest respect and associates volunteer to work the phone f admiration that I thank Ms. Burke banks in New York City each year for here today and wish her the best in all IN RECOGNITION OF RICHARD the benefit of the CJ Foundation for of her future ventures.∑ WOOD SIDS Radiothon. Howard Stoeckel, f ∑ Mr. CARPER. Mr. President, I rise President, and Harry McHugh, Senior today in recognition of Richard Wood, Vice President, have both spoken on LEWIS AND CLARK NATIONAL CEO of Wawa Inc., and to commend the Radiothon on behalf of Wawa and HISTORIC PARK him and his company’s commitment their involvement in the fight against ∑ Mr. SMITH. Mr. President, today, on and dedication to Delaware and sur- SIDS. behalf of the residents of Clatsop Coun- rounding States. As CEO of Wawa, Money raised at the Wawa Walk-a- ty, OR, I pay tribute to public servants Richard Wood has instilled in his asso- Thons is used to fund research to find who are usually referred to here in the ciates the wisdom to do the right the cause of SIDS and to educate par- U.S. Senate as nameless and faceless thing, and this core value enables the ents on how to reduce the risk of SIDS. Proceeds from the walks have helped bureaucrats. I express my gratitude to company to place a high priority on volunteer grassroots SIDS organiza- the dedicated staff of the National local community involvement. I thank tions expand to regional professional Park Service staff at the newly des- him for all that he and his associates non-profits. Thousands of families have ignated Lewis and Clark National His- have done to make Delaware a better toric Park—in particular, the super- greatly benefited from the national place. ‘‘Cribs For Kids’’ program, which re- intendent, Chip Jenkins. The company began in 1803 and was ceives funding from the Wawa Walk-a- Fort Clatsop and the Lewis and Clark incorporated in 1865 as the Millville Thons. This program distributes cribs National Historic Park, which sits in Manufacturing Company. Millville’s the northwest corner of Oregon, serves to low-income families to help them owner, George Wood, lived in Philadel- as the exclamation mark to the Lewis provide a safe sleep environment for phia and brought his family to Wawa, a and Clark expedition across this vast their babies. rural town in Delaware County, PA. continent. Established in 1958, this unit Throughout all this, one steady influ- The original house where his family of the national park system has grown ence has been the leadership of Richard lived had a red tile roof, and is now the to be one of the most popular tourist Wood, Wawa’s CEO, who leads by his site of Wawa’s present headquarters, attractions along the northern Oregon example in defining Wawa’s culture hence the name ‘‘Red Roof’’ for Wawa’s Coast. For 46 years, this park has en- and values. Born and raised in Pennsyl- corporate offices. In 1902, George Wood deavored to tell the story of the Lewis vania, Richard graduated in 1956 from took an interest in dairy farming and and Clark Expedition and its impact on St. Paul’s School, Concord, NH. He the settlement of the Pacific North- started a small milk processing plant went on to receive his B.S. in Com- west. in Wawa, specializing in the home de- merce from the University of Virginia In preparation for the upcoming livery of milk. By the 1960s, the grand- in 1961, and an LLB from the Univer- Lewis and Clark Bicentennial festivi- son of George Wood, Grahame Wood, sity of Pennsylvania Law School in ties, Chip Jenkins and his staff at the recognized the changing economic 1964. After graduating from law school, Fort have served as a driving force in trends and had the vision to expand by Mr. Wood served as a law clerk for one planning, facilitating and coordinating selling milk in convenience stores. In year in the Federal Court of the East- region-wide efforts to help tell the tale April 1964, the first Wawa Food Market ern District of Pennsylvania for the of Lewis and Clark in the great Pacific was opened in Folsom, PA. Honorable Francis L. Van Dusen. He Northwest. Along with many key mem- One of the founding principles of then joined the law firm of Mont- bers of the community, Chip’s vision Wawa is a commitment to the local gomery, McCracken, Walker and and leadership abilities have cul- communities that they serve. Today Rhoads in Philadelphia, PA. In June of minated in the recent passage of the Wawa’s core value of ‘‘people helping 1970, Mr. Wood joined Wawa, Inc. as Lewis and Clark National Historical people’’ guides Wawa and its employees General Counsel. He served in various Park Designation Act, which brings to give back to those in need. Just capacities until becoming President in several State parks from both Oregon some of Wawa’s charitable causes in- June 1977 and Chief Executive Officer and Washington in partnership with clude support for children’s health, in January 1981. Richard and his wife the National Park Service to tell a cancer research, AIDS research, domes- Jean reside in Wawa, PA. comprehensive story of the Lewis and tic violence, heart disease and hunger. Richard serves on several boards, in- Clark experience at the mouth of the A few of the organizations benefiting cluding the Children’s Hospital of magnificent Columbia River. This Act from the Good Neighbor program in- Philadelphia, Greater Philadelphia was recently signed into law by Presi- clude: Food Bank of Delaware, Contact Chamber of Commerce CEO Council for dent Bush on October 30, 2004. Delaware, AIDS Delaware, The United Growth, Pardee Resources Company, Chip has made such an impact on the Way and The Salvation Army. and QuikTrip Corporation. He has State of Oregon that the Oregon Busi- Wawa has made a tremendous dif- served as director for many organiza- ness magazine recently named him one ference in its efforts to raise funds to tions, including: Greater Philadelphia of Oregon’s top 50 Great Leaders. Well help eliminate Sudden Infant Death First, CoreStates Bank, N.A., Sheetz, known in his community for his role at Syndrome. SIDS, the unexplained Inc., Convenience Store, Foundation Fort Clatsop, Chip still finds time for death of an apparently healthy infant, for Education and Research, Globe involvement in other local organiza- is the leading cause of death in infants Ticket Company, Millville Savings & tions and efforts such as the Astoria between one month and one year of Loan Association, Overbrook School Children’s Museum. age. This deadly syndrome has im- for the Blind, The Home of the Merciful Mr. President, I offer my words of ap- pacted the lives of countless Delaware Savior, The Philadelphia City Insti- preciation for Chip Jenkins and his families. tute, Philadelphia Charity Ball, Inc.,

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00050 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.112 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11491 Crime Prevention Association, Upland and expertise Terry brought not only her elementary school. The next day, Country Day School, Board of Man- to the National Parks and Monuments she discovered she has been elected in agers of the Assemblies and Ludwig In- in this region, but equally important, absentia to serve as a local representa- stitute. Richard was also past Board to building and encouraging one of the tive of the Des Moines Education Asso- Chairman of the National Association finest, most professional teams of Fed- ciation. Some people are born leaders; of Convenience Stores, PQ Corporation, eral employees in the Nation. some people pursue leadership; and Riddle Memorial Hospital, and Gulph The legacy of Terry Carlstrom’s 41- some people have leadership thrust Mills Golf Club (past President). year career can be seen in our national upon them. That’s what happened to Richard Wood will be retiring as parks across the country and especially Angie King. But she embraced her new Wawa’s CEO at the end of 2004, and will here in the National Capital region but role and responsibilities with energy assume the position of Chairman of the it can also be seen in the people who and excellence. Board of Wawa Inc. I rise today to rec- have been fortunate enough to come to As an association representative, she ognize Richard Wood and thank him know him. He has earned the admira- became more interested in the world of for his compassion and leadership, and tion and respect of his colleagues in education beyond the four walls of her for the tremendous contributions he the National Park Service as well as own classroom. She became a tireless and the associates at Wawa have made the visitors to the parks he has worked activist, going on to serve as vice presi- to Delaware. I thank them for their to improve. It is my firm conviction dent of the Des Moines Education Asso- commitment to strengthening all the that public service is one of the most ciation, a charter member of the ISEA communities that they serve.∑ honorable callings, one that demands Women’s Caucus, an elected member of f unwavering dedication to the citizens ISEA’s executive committee, and, in and country they serve. Throughout 1985, chair of the ISEA Political Action TERRY R. CARLSTROM his career, Terry has exemplified this Committee. ∑ Mr. SARBANES. Mr. President, I pay commitment to his country and to his In 1990, Angie King was elected to tribute today to Terry R. Carlstrom, a fellow citizens. I want to extend my serve the first of two terms as presi- distinguished and respected steward of personal congratulations to Terry on dent of the Iowa State Education Asso- our Nation’s natural and cultural re- his very distinguished career and join ciation. She was one of a handful of sources. Terry is retiring after more with his friends and coworkers in wish- women in history to be elected ISEA than four decades of dedicated public ing him well in the years ahead.∑ president, and the first elementary service in the U.S. Department of the f school teacher to hold that office. Interior, including 8 years as Director In her farewell address at the conclu- of the National Park Service’s Na- TRIBUTE TO A DISTINGUISHED sion of her second term in 1994, Angie tional Capital Region. I want to extend IOWA EDUCATOR, ANGIE KING King shared one of her favorite quotes my personal congratulations and ∑ Mr. HARKIN. Mr. President, one of from Albert Camus: ‘‘In the midst of thanks for his many years of service the great joys of my job as Senator is winter I find there is in me an invin- and contributions to protecting and en- working closely with talented, dedi- cible summer.’’ ‘‘That simple state- hancing our national treasures. cated Iowans from all walks of life. I ment,’’ she told the ISEA Delegate As- Throughout his career, Terry has dis- take a moment to salute one of those sembly, ‘‘captures the very essence of tinguished himself for his leadership exceptional people, one of Iowa’s most who we are and what we do. In every and commitment to public service and distinguished public educators, Angie child there is an invincible summer. It to managing some of our Nation’s most King. is our responsibility to nurture it and precious natural and cultural re- Angie King has dedicated her life to to foster it. And in each one of us there sources. Beginning as a young forester children and public education, first as is, too, an invincible summer. It’s what at Bridger National Forest in Wyoming a classroom teacher, later as two-term keeps us going back day after day, year in the early 1960s, Terry also served in president of the 32,000-member Iowa after year, in the midst of sometimes the Bureau of Indian Affairs and the State Education Association, and, very cold and dreary conditions.’’ U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service before until her retirement this week, as a Since 1994, Angie King has served as joining the National Park Service in senior staff member of that Associa- the political action specialist for the 1972. He quickly advanced to positions tion. Iowa State Education Association. in senior management in the National The fact is that, as an educator-lead- With her retirement this week, she Park Service including Chief of Plan- er, Angie King speaks with a special concludes a distinguished career in ning for the Denver Service Center authority that can only come from dec- public education spanning three and a Western Team and the Alaska Regional ades of experience on the front line as half decades. Office, Associate Regional Director for a classroom teacher. For 21 years, she Angie King has made a real dif- Professional Services in the National taught elementary students in the Des ference as a dedicated teacher, leader, Capital Region and, most recently, as Moines public schools. Of all the titles and champion of public education. I Regional Director. Angie King has held in the course of know that she is looking forward to During his 22-year tenure in the Na- her career, she prizes none more highly spending time nurturing the garden she tional Capital Region, I had the oppor- than the simple title of ‘‘teacher.’’ has neglected while nurturing the chil- tunity to work closely with Terry and Angie King, as a teacher, leader and dren of Iowa. I am deeply grateful for members of his staff on a number of advocate is one reason why Iowa public her service, and I wish her all the best National Park initiatives in the State schools are among the most respected in the years ahead.∑ of Maryland and the broader Wash- and highest achieving in the United f ington metropolitan region including States. The marketplace claims that land acquisitions at Monocacy Battle- you get what you pay for. But in Iowa, THE PROJECT MANAGEMENT field, the renovation of the Baltimore- when it comes to teachers, we get far, INSTITUTE Washington Parkway, the restoration far better than we pay for. Despite ∑ Mr. TALENT. Mr. President, I rise of historic structures in the C&O Canal modest salaries, my state is blessed today to salute the members of the National Historical Park, at Fort with an extraordinary cadre of talented Metro St. Louis Chapter of the Project Washington, and the restoration and teachers. And most folks in Iowa know Management Institute, in celebration joint management of Glen Echo Park this and appreciate it. We hold our of the chapter’s 10th anniversary. in Montgomery County. Terry was also teachers in special esteem. And we’re The Metro St. Louis chapter of PMI responsible for the difficult task of grateful for the long hours—and the is dedicated to providing its members overseeing the construction and dedi- generous hearts that they bring to with services and forums to further the cation of the Franklin D. Roosevelt their jobs. field of project management within the Memorial, the Korean Veteran War Me- For many people, there is a defining St. Louis region. morial, and the World War II Memo- moment in their careers. For Angie Internationally, PMI supports over rial, among other monuments. I know King, that moment came one day in 125,000 members in 140 countries. PMI firsthand the extraordinary leadership 1972 when she missed a staff meeting at members practice and study project

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00051 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\G18NO6.050 S18PT1 S11492 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 management in many different indus- Paul Rohde, Daniel Lapke, and Pat- the Pentagon Reservation, and for try areas, including aerospace, auto- rick O’Connor are to be commended for other purposes. motive, business management, con- their vision, leadership, and introduc- The message also announced that the struction, engineering, financial serv- tion of the ancient Irish sport as well House agreed to the amendment of the ices, information technology, pharma- as the continued growth of Irish cul- Senate to the bill (H.R. 4516) to require ceuticals and telecommunications. ture to St. Louis. MO. Again, I wish to the Secretary of Energy to carry out a Over time, PMI has become, and con- congratulate the St. Louis Hurling program of research and development tinues to be, one of the leading profes- Club on their National Championship to advance high-end computing. sional associations in project manage- and wish them future success as they The message further announced that ment. PMI’s professional certification continue to evolve.∑ the House agreed to the amendment of of Project Management Professional, f the Senate to the bill (H.R. 4593) to es- or PMP, is highly respected across nu- tablish wilderness areas, promote con- merous industries. Professionals who MESSAGES FROM THE HOUSE servation, improve public land, and have earned this credential are recog- At 10:03 a.m., a message from the provide for the high quality develop- nized daily for their value-added con- House of Representatives, delivered by ment in Lincoln County, Nevada, and tributions to the organizations they Mr. Hays, one of its reading clerks, an- for other purposes. serve. nounced that the House passed the bill The message also announced that the The St. Louis chapter was founded on (S. 1301) to amend title 18, United House passed the following bills, with- October 14, 1994, as the 71st chapter of States Code, to prohibit video out amendment: PMI. At that time, the chapter had 24 voyeurism in the special maritime and S. 434. An act to authorize the Secretary of charter members. Today, the St. Louis territorial jurisdiction of the United Agriculture to sell or exchange all or part of chapter is recognized as one of the fast- States, and for other purposes, with an certain parcels of National Forest System est growing national chapters with amendment. land in the State of Idaho and use the pro- over 600 members, more than 100 of The message also announced that the ceeds derived from the sale or exchange for whom have become certified PMPs. House agreed to the amendment of the National Forest System purposes. Senate to the bill (H.R. 1113) to author- S. 437. An act to provide for adjustments to The chapter’s board members and vol- the Central Arizona Project in Arizona, to unteers host monthly dinner and edu- ize an exchange of land at Fort Fred- authorize the Gila River Indian Community cational meetings, and they provide erica National Monument, and for water rights settlement, to reauthorize and ongoing support for special events in- other purposes. amend the Southern Arizona Water Rights cluding national speaker presentations The message further announced that Settlement Act of 1982, and for other pur- and PMP certification workshops. the House agreed to the amendment of poses. The members of the St. Louis chap- the Senate to the bill (H.R. 1284) to S. 1146. An act to implement the rec- ter are working professionals from re- amend the Reclamation Projects Au- ommendations of the Garrison Unit Tribal thorization and Adjustment Act of 1992 Advisory Committee by providing authoriza- gional businesses that include Fortune tion for the construction of a rural health 500 companies, Federal, State and local to increase the Federal share of the care facility on the Fort Berthold Indian government agencies, as well as mid- costs of the San Gabriel Basin dem- Reservation, North Dakota. to-small size companies, start-ups and onstration project. S. 1241. An act to establish the Kate not-for-profits. Their efforts are impor- The message also announced that the Mullany National Historic Site in the State tant to the overall success of the re- House agreed to the amendment of the of New York, and for other purposes. gion. I am honored to share their ac- Senate to the bill (H.R. 1417) to amend S. 1466. An act to facilitate the transfer of complishments with my colleagues, title 17, United States Code, to replace land in the State of Alaska, and for other copyright arbitration royalty panels purposes. and I wish them all the best for the S. 1727. An act to authorize additional ap- future.∑ with Copyright Royalty Judges, and propriations for the Reclamation Safety of f for other purposes. Dams Act of 1978. The message further announced that S. 2042. An act for the relief of Rocco A. ST. LOUIS HURLING CLUB the House agreed to the amendment of Trescota of Fort Lauderdale, Florida. NATIONAL CHAMPIONS the Senate to the bill (H.R. 1446) to S. 2302. An act to improve access to physi- ∑ Mr. BOND. Mr. President, I wish to support the efforts of the California cians in medically underserved areas. pay special tribute to the St. Louis Missions Foundation to restore and re- S. 2484. An act to amend title 38, United Hurling Club on their National Cham- pair the Spanish colonial and mission- States Code, to simplify and improve pay provisions for physicians and dentists and to pionship of the North American Gaelic era missions in the State of California authorize alternate work schedules and exec- Athletic Association, Junior-C Division and to preserve the artworks and arti- utive pay for nurses, and for other purposes. on September 3, 2004. facts of these missions, and for other S. 2486. An act to amend title 38, United The St. Louis Hurling Club was purposes. States Code, to improve and enhance hous- founded in the Summer of 2002 by Paul The message further announced that ing, education, and other benefits under the C. Rohde, Daniel D. Lapke, and Patrick the House agreed to the amendment of laws administered by the Secretary of Vet- O’Connor. Their vision included intro- the Senate to the bill (H.R. 1964) to as- erans Affairs, and for other purposes. ducing the sport of hurling to the sist the States of Connecticut, New S. 2965. An act to amend the Livestock greater metropolitan area of St. Louis, Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania in Mandatory Price Reporting Act of 1999 to modify the termination date for mandatory MO., creating opportunities to play the conserving priority lands and natural price reporting. sport, and developing strong St. Louis resources in the Highlands region, and The message further announced that representation in nationwide competi- for other purposes. the House agreed to the concurrent res- tion. The message further announced that olution (S. Con. Res. 145) to correct the In just 2 short years the St. Louis the House agreed to the amendment of enrollment of H.R. 1417, without Hurling Club has expanded to a four- the Senate to the bill (H.R. 3936) to amendment. team league, and has become the sec- amend title 38, United States Code, to ond-largest club of primarily Amer- authorize the principal office of the At 4:57 p.m., a message from the ican-born hurlers in North America. In United States Court of Appeals for Vet- House of Representatives, delivered by just the first year of existence, the erans Claims to be at any location in Mr. Hays, one of its reading clerks, an- Gaelic Athletic Association extended the Washington, D.C., metropolitan nounced that the House has passed the the rare invitation to the St. Louis area, rather than only in the District following bills and joint resolutions, in Hurling Club to join twenty-one other of Columbia, and expressing the sense which it requests the concurrence of cities to the North American County of Congress that a dedicated Veterans the Senate: Board. In September 2004, the St. Louis Courthouse and Justice Center should H.R. 5363. An act to authorize salary ad- Hurling Club traveled to Colorado and be provided for that Court and those it justments for Justices and judges of the returned with the National Champion- serves and should be located, if fea- United States for fiscal year 2005. ship by defeating clubs from Mil- sible, at a site owned by the United H.R. 5364. An act to designate the facility waukee and Seattle. States that is part of or proximate to of the United States Postal Service located

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.061 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11493 at 5505 Stevens Way in San Diego, California, EC–9815. A communication from the Dep- Policy, Department of Defense, transmit- as the ‘‘Earl B. Gilliam/Imperial Avenue uty Associate Administrator, Environmental ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Post Office Building’’. Protection Agency, transmitting, pursuant titled ‘‘Consolidation of Contract Require- H.J. Res. 111. Joint resolution appointing to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Bacillus ments’’ (DFARS Case 2003–D109) received on the day for the convening of the first session Pumilus Strain QST 2808; Exemption from October 14, 2004; to the Committee on Armed of the One Hundred Ninth Congress. the Requirement of a Tolerance’’ (FRL#7684– Services. The message also announced that the 4) received on November 4, 2004; to the Com- EC–9827. A communication from the Chief mittee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and For- of Naval Personnel, Department of the Navy, House has agreed to the following con- estry. transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of current resolution, in which it requests EC–9816. A communication from the Dep- the notification of a decision to convert to the concurrence of the Senate: uty Associate Administrator, Environmental contractor performance a function of the De- H. Con. Res. 430. Concurrent resolution rec- Protection Agency, transmitting, pursuant partment of Defense performed by 290 DoD ognizing the importance of early diagnosis, to law, the report of a rule entitled civilian employees; to the Committee on proper treatment, and enhanced public ‘‘Deltamethrin; Pesticide Tolerance’’ Armed Services. awareness of Tourette Syndrome and sup- (FRL#7683–5) received on November 4, 2004; EC–9828. A communication from the Direc- porting the goals and ideals of National to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, tor for Administration and Management, Of- Tourette Syndrome Awareness Month. and Forestry. fice of the Secretary of Defense, transmit- EC–9817. A communication from the Dep- ting, pursuant to law, a report relative to f uty Associate Administrator, Environmental the cost for planning, design, construction, EXECUTIVE AND OTHER Protection Agency, transmitting, pursuant and installation for the renovation of Wedges to law, the report of a rule entitled COMMUNICATIONS 2 through 5 of the Pentagon; to the Com- ‘‘Pyraclostrobin; Pesticide Tolerances’’ mittee on Armed Services. The following communications were (FRL#7681–9) received on November 4, 2004; EC–9829. A communication from the Acting laid before the Senate, together with to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, Under Secretary of Defense, transmitting, accompanying papers, reports, and doc- and Forestry. pursuant to law, a report relative to pur- EC–9818. A communication from the Dep- chases from foreign entities in Fiscal Year uments, and were referred as indicated: uty Associate Administrator, Environmental EC–9807. A communication from the Under 2003; to the Committee on Armed Services. Protection Agency, transmitting, pursuant EC–9830. A communication from the Sec- Secretary of Defense, Comptroller, Depart- to law, the report of a rule entitled retary of Defense, transmitting, pursuant to ment of Defense, transmitting, pursuant to ‘‘Thifensulfuron-methyl; Tolerance Actions’’ law, the report of a retirement; to the Com- law, the report of a violation of the (FRL#7683–2) received on November 4, 2004; mittee on Armed Services. Antideficiency Act, case number 03–05, rel- to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, EC–9831. A communication from the Prin- ative to the U.S. Army Depot Support Activ- and Forestry. cipal Deputy for Personnel and Readiness, ity-Far East, Seoul, Korea; to the Com- EC–9819. A communication from the Sec- Office of the Under Secretary of Defense, mittee on Appropriations. retary of Agriculture, transmitting, pursu- transmitting, pursuant to law, a report of EC–9808. A communication from the Under ant to law, a report relative to resource the authorization to wear the insignia of Secretary of Defense, Comptroller, Depart- management of a contract a private con- brigadier general; to the Committee on ment of Defense, transmitting, pursuant to tractor to manage activities on Federal Armed Services. lands within the Stanislaus National Forest; law, the report of a violation of the EC–9832. A communication from the Under to the Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, Antideficiency Act, case number 98–05, rel- Secretary of Defense for Personnel and Read- ative to the United States Property and Fis- and Forestry. EC–9820. A communication from the Direc- iness, Department of Defense, transmitting, cal Office for Colorado; to the Committee on the report of a retirement; to the Committee Appropriations. tor, Defense Procurement and Acquisition Policy, Department of Defense, transmit- on Armed Services. EC–9809. A communication from the Under EC–9833. A communication from the Prin- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Secretary of Defense, Comptroller, Depart- cipal Deputy for Personnel and Readiness, ment of Defense, transmitting, pursuant to titled ‘‘Quality Control of Aviation Critical Safety Items and Related Services’’ (DFARS Office of the Under Secretary of Defense, De- law, the report of a violation of the partment of Defense, transmitting, pursuant Antideficiency Act, case number 03–02, rel- Case 2003–D101) received on October 14, 2004; to the Committee on Armed Services. to law, the approval to wear the insignia of ative to 2000 Operation and Maintenance, lieutenant general; to the Committee on Navy appropriation; to the Committee on EC–9821. A communication from the Direc- tor, Defense Procurement and Acquisition Armed Services. Appropriations. EC–9834. A communication from the Assist- EC–9810. A communication from the Direc- Policy, Department of Defense, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- ant Secretary of Defense for Health Affairs, tor, Office of Management and Budget, Exec- Department of Defense, transmitting, pursu- utive Office of the President, transmitting, titled ‘‘Indian Incentive Program’’ (DFARS Case 2002–D033) received on October 14, 2004; ant to law, a report of the Findings and Rec- pursuant to law, a supplemental update of to the Committee on Armed Services. ommendations from the Department of De- the Budget; referred jointly to the Commit- EC–9822. A communication from the Direc- fense and the Department of Veterans’ Af- tees on Appropriations and the Budget. tor, Defense Procurement and Acquisition fairs; to the Committee on Armed Services. EC–9811. A communication from the Sec- Policy, Department of Defense, transmit- EC–9835. A communication from the Prin- retary of Agriculture, transmitting, a draft ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- cipal Deputy for Personnel and Readiness, of proposed legislation entitled ‘‘Forest titled ‘‘Berry Amendment Changes’’ (DFARS Office of the Under Secretary of Defense, De- Service and Community Partnership En- Case 2003–D099) received on October 14, 2004; partment of Defense, transmitting, pursuant hancement Act’’; to the Committee on Agri- to the Committee on Armed Services. to law, a report of the authorization to wear culture, Nutrition, and Forestry. EC–9823. A communication from the Direc- the insignia of the grade of rear admiral EC–9812. A communication from the Sec- tor, Defense Procurement and Acquisition (lower half); to the Committee on Armed retary of Agriculture, transmitting, a draft Policy, Department of Defense, transmit- Services. of proposed legislation ‘‘to establish a sys- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- EC–9836. A communication from the Prin- tem for withholding or disclosing informa- titled ‘‘Definition of Terrorist Country’’ cipal Deputy for Personnel and Readiness, tion obtained through the animal identifica- (DFARS Case 2003–D098) received on October Office of the Under Secretary of Defense, De- tion system established by the Secretary, 14, 2004; to the Committee on Armed Serv- partment of Defense, transmitting, pursuant and for other purposes’’; to the Committee ices. to law, a report of the authorization to wear on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. EC–9824. A communication from the Direc- the insignia of the grade of vice admiral; to EC–9813. A communication from the Con- tor, Defense Procurement and Acquisition the Committee on Armed Services. gressional Review Coordinator, Animal and Policy, Department of Defense, transmit- EC–9837. A communication from the Direc- Plant Health Inspection Service, Department ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- tor, Defense Procurement and Acquisition of Agriculture, transmitting, pursuant to titled ‘‘Acquisition Plans—Corrosion Pre- Policy, Department of Defense, transmit- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Pine Shoot vision and Mitigation’’ (DFARS Case 2004– ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Beetle Hose Material from Canada’’ (Doc. No. D004) received on October 14, 2004; to the titled ‘‘Extension of Partnership Agree- 00–073–2) received on October 25, 2004; to the Committee on Armed Services. ment—8(a) Program’’ (DFARS Case 2004– Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and EC–9825. A communication from the Direc- D015) received on October 26, 2004; to the Forestry. tor, Defense Procurement and Acquisition Committee on Armed Services. EC–9814. A communication from the Con- Policy, Department of Defense, transmit- EC–9838. A communication from the Acting gressional Review Coordinator, Animal and ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, Plant Health Inspection Service, Department titled ‘‘Personal Services Contracts’’ Technology, and Logistics, transmitting, of Agriculture, transmitting, pursuant to (DFARS Case 2003–D103) received on October pursuant to law, the government-wide law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Bees and 14, 2004; to the Committee on Armed Serv- progress report and the DoD supplement re- Related Articles’’ (Doc. No. 98–109–2) received ices. quired by the Federal Financial Assistance on October 25, 2004; to the Committee on Ag- EC–9826. A communication from the Direc- Management Improvement Act; to the Com- riculture, Nutrition, and Forestry. tor, Defense Procurement and Acquisition mittee on Armed Services.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.007 S18PT1 S11494 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 EC–9839. A communication from the Assist- Treasury , transmitting, pursuant to law, agement Agency, transmitting, pursuant to ant Director for Executive and Political Per- the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Endorsement law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Suspen- sonnel, Department of Defense, transmit- and Payment of Checks Drawn on the United sion of Community Eligibility; 69 FR 53835’’ ting, pursuant to law, the report of the dis- States Treasury’’ (RIN1510-AA99) received on (44 CFR 64) received on October 14, 2004; to continuation of service in acting role for the October 13, 2004; to the Committee on Bank- the Committee on Banking, Housing, and position of Deputy Under Secretary of De- ing, Housing, and Urban Affairs. Urban Affairs. fense for Logistics and Materiel Readiness, EC–9850. A communication from the Dep- EC–9861. A communication from the Chair- Department of Defense, received on October uty General Counsel for Equal Opportunity man, Federal Housing Finance Board, trans- 26, 2004; to the Committee on Armed Serv- and Administrative Law, Department of mitting, pursuant to law, transmitting, pur- ices. Housing and Urban Development, transmit- suant to law, the Board’s strategic plan for EC–9840. A communication from the Assist- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a nomi- fiscal years 2003 through 2008, the Board’s an- ant Director for Executive and Political Per- nation for the position of Assistant Sec- nual performance plan for fiscal year 2004, sonnel, Department of Defense, transmit- retary for Community Development, Depart- and the Board’s annual performance budget ting, pursuant to law, the report of a nomi- ment of Housing and Urban Development, re- for fiscal year 2005; to the Committee on nation for the position of Deputy Under Sec- ceived on October 14, 2004; to the Committee Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. retary of Defense for Logistics and Materiel on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. EC–9862. A communication from the Chief Readiness, Department of Defense, received EC–9851. A communication from the Dep- Financial Officer and Assistant Secretary for on October 26 , 2004; to the Committee on uty General Counsel for Equal Opportunity Administration, Department of Commerce, Armed Services. and Administrative Law, Department of transmitting, pursuant to law, the Depart- EC–9841. A communication from the Assist- Housing and Urban Development, transmit- ment’s Annual Progress Report to Congress; ant Director for Executive and Political Per- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a nomi- to the Committee on Commerce, Science, sonnel, Department of Defense, transmit- nation confirmed for the position of Asso- and Transportation. ting, pursuant to law, the report of a nomi- ciate General Counsel for Human Resources EC–9863. A communication from the Attor- nation rejected, withdrawn, or returned for Law, Department of Housing and Urban De- ney Advisor, Maritime Administration, De- the position of Under Secretary of Defense velopment, received on October 14, 2004; to partment of Transportation, transmitting, for Logistics and Material Readiness, De- the Committee on Banking, Housing, and pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled partment of Defense, received on October 26, Urban Affairs. ‘‘Amended Service Obligation Reporting Re- EC–9852. A communication from the Dep- 2004; to the Committee on Armed Services. quirements for State Maritime Academy EC–9842. A communication from the Assist- uty Secretary of the Treasury, transmitting, Graduates’’ (RIN2133-AB61) received on Octo- ant Director for Executive and Political Per- pursuant to law, a report on the national ber 18, 2004; to the Committee on Commerce, sonnel, Department of Defense, transmit- emergency declared in Executive Order 12978 Science, and Transportation. ting, pursuant to law, the report of a nomi- with respect to significant narcotics traf- EC–9864. A communication from the Attor- nation for the position of Assistant Sec- fickers centered in Colombia; to the Com- ney Advisor, Maritime Administration, De- mittee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Af- retary of the Navy for Financial Manage- partment of Transportation, transmitting, fairs. ment and Comptroller, Department of De- pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled EC–9853. A communication from the Dep- ‘‘Electronic Options for Transmitting Cer- fense, received on October 26, 2004; to the uty Secretary of the Treasury, transmitting, tain Information Collection Responses to Committee on Armed Services. pursuant to law, a report on the national EC–9843. A communication from the Assist- MARAD’’ (RIN2133-AB64) received on Octo- emergency declared in Executive Order 13067 ant Director for Executive and Political Per- ber 18, 2004; to the Committee on Commerce, with respect to Sudan ; to the Committee on sonnel, Department of Defense, transmit- Science, and Transportation. Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs. ting, pursuant to law, the report of a nomi- EC–9854. A communication from the Chair- EC–9865. A communication from the Attor- nation for the position of Secretary of the man and President, Export-Import Bank of ney Advisor, Maritime Administration, De- Army, Department of Defense, received on the United States, transmitting, pursuant to partment of Transportation, transmitting, October 26, 2004; to the Committee on Armed law, the report of a transaction involving pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled Services. U.S. exports to Malaysia; to the Committee ‘‘Amended Service Obligation Reporting Re- EC–9844. A communication from the Assist- on Banking, Housing, and Urban Affairs . quirements for U.S. Merchant Marine Acad- ant Director for Executive and Political Per- EC–9855. A communication from the Acting emy Graduates’’ (RIN2133-AB66) received on sonnel, Department of Defense, transmit- General Counsel, Federal Emergency Man- October 18, 2004; to the Committee on Com- ting, pursuant to law, the report of a nomi- agement Agency, transmitting, pursuant to merce, Science, and Transportation. nation for the position of Assistant Sec- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Changes in EC–9866. A communication from the Senior retary of the Navy for Installations and En- Flood Elevation Determinations; 69 FR Attorney, Research and Special Programs vironment, Department of Defense, received 51380’’ (44 CFR 65) received on October 14, Administration, Department of Transpor- on October 26, 2004; to the Committee on 2004; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, tation, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- Armed Services. and Urban Affairs. port of a rule entitled ‘‘Hazardous Materials; EC–9845. A communication from the Assist- EC–9856. A communication from the Acting Compatibility with the Regulations of the ant Director for Executive and Political Per- General Counsel, Federal Emergency Man- International Atomic Energy Agency; Cor- sonnel, Department of Defense, transmit- agement Agency, transmitting, pursuant to rection; Final Rule’’ (RIN2137-AD40) received ting, pursuant to law, the report of a va- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Changes in on October 18, 2004; to the Committee on cancy for the position of General Counsel, Flood Elevation Determinations; 69 FR Commerce, Science, and Transportation. Department of the Army, Department of De- 51375’’ (44 CFR 65) received on October 14, EC–9867. A communication from the Sec- fense, received on October 26, 2004; to the 2004; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, retary of the Commission, East Central Re- Committee on Armed Services. and Urban Affairs. gion, Federal Trade Commission, transmit- EC–9846. A communication from the Assist- EC–9857. A communication from the Acting ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- ant Director for Executive and Political Per- General Counsel, Federal Emergency Man- titled ‘‘Tire Advertising and Labeling sonnel, Department of Defense, transmit- agement Agency, transmitting, pursuant to Guides’’ received on October 14, 2004; to the ting, pursuant to law, the report of a nomi- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Changes in Committee on Commerce, Science, and nation confirmed for the position of Under Flood Elevation Determinations; 69 FR Transportation. Secretary of the Navy, Department of De- 51373’’ (44 CFR 65) received on October 14, EC–9868. A communication from the Sec- fense, received on October 26, 2004; to the 2004; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, retary of Energy, transmitting, pursuant to Committee on Armed Services. and Urban Affairs. law, a report relative to the status of Exxon EC–9847. A communication from the Acting EC–9858. A communication from the Acting and Stripper Well oil overcharge funds; to Under Secretary of Defense for Acquisition, General Counsel, Federal Emergency Man- the Committee on Energy and Natural Re- Technology, and Logistics, Department of agement Agency, transmitting, pursuant to sources. Defense, transmitting, pursuant to law, a re- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Final EC–9869. A communication from the Fed- port entitled ‘‘Department of Defense Fiscal Flood Elevation Determinations; 69 FR eral Register Liaison Officer, Office of Sur- Year 2003 Environmental Quality Program 51388’’ (44 CFR 67) received on October 14, face Mining, Department of the Interior, Annual Report″; to the Committee on Armed 2004; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of Services. and Urban Affairs. a rule entitled ‘‘Coal Production Fees’’ EC–9848. A communication from the Prin- EC–9859. A communication from the Acting (RIN1029–AC46) received on October 13, 2004; cipal Deputy for Personnel and Readiness, General Counsel, Federal Emergency Man- to the Committee on Energy and Natural Re- Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for agement Agency, transmitting, pursuant to sources. Personnel and Readiness, transmitting, pur- law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Final EC–9870. A communication from the Assist- suant to law, a report of the approval to Flood Elevation Determinations; 69 FR ant Secretary for Fish, Wildlife, and Parks, wear the insignia of brigadier general; to the 51382’’ (44 CFR 67) received on October 14, Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Committee on Armed Services. 2004; to the Committee on Banking, Housing, Interior, transmitting, pursuant to law, the EC–9849. A communication from the Fed- and Urban Affairs. report of a rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and eral Register Certifying Officer, Financial EC–9860. A communication from the Acting Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Designation Management Service, Department of the General Counsel, Federal Emergency Man- of Critical Habitat for the Mariana Fruit Bat

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00054 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.010 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11495 and Guam Micronesian Kingfisher on Guam EC–9881. A communication from the Acting ment Under Titles II , VIII, and XVI of the and the Mariana Crow on Guam and in the Chief, Publications and Regulations Branch, Social Security Act’’ (RIN0960–AF83) re- Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Is- Internal Revenue Service, transmitting, pur- ceived on October 26, 2004; to the Committee lands’’ (RIN1018–AI25) received on October 13, suant to law, the report of a rule entitled on Finance. 2004; to the Committee on Environment and ‘‘Applicable Federal Rates—November 2004’’ EC–9893. A communication from the Assist- Public Works. (Rev. Rul. 2004–102) received on October 22, ant Secretary for Legislative Affairs, De- EC–9871. A communication from the Assist- 2004; to the Committee on Finance. partment of State, transmitting, pursuant to ant Secretary for Fish, Wildlife, and Parks, EC–9882. A communication from the Acting law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Schedule Fish and Wildlife Service, Department of the Chief, Publications and Regulations Branch, of Fees for Consular Services, Department of Interior, transmitting, pursuant to law, the Internal Revenue Service, transmitting, pur- State and Overseas Embassies and Con- report of a rule entitled ‘‘Endangered and suant to law, the report of a rule entitled sulates’’ (RIN1400–AB94) received on October Threatened Wildlife and Plants; Interim ‘‘Appeals Settlement Guidelines: Inter- 13, 2004; to the Committee on Foreign Rela- Rule for the Beluga Sturgeon (Huso buso)’’ mediary Transactions Tax Shelters’’ tions. (RIN1018–AU02) received on October 13, 2004; (UIL:9300.16–00) received on October 22, 2004; EC–9894. A communication from the Assist- to the Committee on Environment and Pub- to the Committee on Finance. ant Legal Adviser for Treaty Affairs, Depart- lic Works. EC–9883. A communication from the Acting ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to EC–9872. A communication from the Direc- Chief, Publications and Regulations Branch, law, the report of the texts and background tor of Congressional Affairs, Office of Gen- Internal Revenue Service, transmitting, pur- statements of international agreements, eral Counsel, Nuclear Regulatory Commis- suant to law, the report of a rule entitled other than treaties; to the Committee on sion, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- ‘‘Coordinated Issue: Notice 2002–21 Tax Shel- Foreign Relations. port of a rule entitled ‘‘Adjustment of Civil ter’’ (UIL9300.19.00) received on October 22, EC–9895. A communication from the Assist- Penalties for Inflation and Accompany Revi- 2004; to the Committee on Finance. ant Legal Adviser for Treaty Affairs, Depart- sions to NRC Enforcement Policy’’ (RIN3150– EC–9884. A communication from the Acting ment of State, transmitting, pursuant to AH55) received on October 26, 2004; to the Chief, Publications and Regulations Branch, law, the report of the texts and background Committee on Environment and Public Internal Revenue Service, transmitting, pur- statements of international agreements, Works. suant to law, the report of a rule entitled other than treaties; to the Committee on EC–9873. A communication from the Chair- ‘‘Bureau of Labor Statistics Price Indexes Foreign Relations. man, Nuclear Regulatory Commission, trans- for Department Stores—August 2004’’ (Rev. EC–9896. A communication from the Direc- mitting, pursuant to law, a report on the sta- Rul. 2004–101) received on October 22, 2004; to tor, Strategic Human Resources Policy, Of- tus of the Commission’s licensing and regu- the Committee on Finance. fice of, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- latory duties; to the Committee on Environ- EC–9885. A communication from the Acting port of a rule entitled ‘‘Cost-of-Living Allow- ment and Public Works. Chief, Publications and Regulations Branch, ances (Nonforeign Areas); Methodology EC–9874. A communication from the Acting Internal Revenue Service, transmitting, pur- Changes’’ (RIN3206–AK29) received on Octo- General Counsel, Federal Emergency Man- suant to law, the report of a rule entitled ber 25, 2004; to the Committee on Govern- agement Agency, transmitting, pursuant to ‘‘Information Reporting and Other Guidance mental Affairs. law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Hazard Distributions with Respect to Securities EC–9897. A communication from the Direc- Mitigation Planning and Hazard Mitigation Issued by Foreign Corporations’’ (Notice tor, Trade and Development Agency, trans- Grant Program’’ (RIN1660–AA17) received on 2004–71) received on October 22, 2004; to the mitting, pursuant to law, the Agency’s re- October 14, 2004; to the Committee on Envi- Committee on Finance. port of the Office of Inspector General for ronment and Public Works. Fiscal Year 2004; to the Committee on Gov- EC–9875. A communication from the Acting EC–9886. A communication from the Acting Chief, Publications and Regulations Branch, ernmental Affairs. Director, Customs and Border Protection, EC–9898. A communication from the Chair- Department of Homeland Security, transmit- Internal Revenue Service, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled man, Office of General Counsel, Federal ting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule en- Election Commission, transmitting, pursu- titled ‘‘Prototypes Used Solely for Product ‘‘Information Reporting Under Section 6050P for Discharges of Indebtedness’’ (RIN1545– ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Co- Development, Testing, Evaluation, or Qual- ordinated and Independent Expenditures by ity Control Purposes’’ (RIN1505–AB32) re- AY35) received on October 22, 2004; to the Committee on Finance. Party Committees’’ received on November 4, ceived on November 4, 2004; to the Com- 2004; to the Committee on Rules and Admin- mittee on Finance. EC–9887. A communication from the Acting Chief, Publications and Regulations Branch, istration. EC–9876. A communication from the Sec- EC–9899. A communication from the Chair- retary of the Treasury, Department of the Internal Revenue Service, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled man, Office of General Counsel, Federal Treasury, transmitting, pursuant to law, a Election Commission, transmitting, pursu- report relative to trade and investment op- ‘‘Update of Revenue Ruling 96063 901(j) List’’ (Rev. Rul. 2004–103) received on October 22, ant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Co- portunities in Libya; to the Committee on ordinated and Independent Expenditures by Finance. 2004; to the Committee on Finance. EC–9888. A communication from the Acting Party Committees’’ received on November 4, EC–9877. A communication from the Regu- 2004; to the Committee on Rules and Admin- lations Coordinator, Centers for Medicare Chief, Publications and Regulations Branch, Internal Revenue Service, transmitting, pur- istration. and Medicaid Services, Department of EC–9900. A communication from the Acting suant to law, the report of a rule entitled Health and Human Services, transmitting, Under Secretary for Health, Veterans’ ‘‘October–December 2004 Bond Factor pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled Health Administration, Department of Vet- Amounts’’ (Rev. Rule 2004–100) received on ‘‘Medicare Program; Home Health Prospec- erans’ Affairs, transmitting, pursuant to October 22, 2004; to the Committee on Fi- tive Payment System Rate Update for Cal- law, a report entitled ‘‘VA Research: Serving nance. endar Year 2005’’ (RIN0938–AM93) received on Our Nations’ Veterans’’; to the Committee October 26, 2004; to the Committee on Fi- EC–9889. A communication from the Acting Chief, Publications and Regulations Branch, on Veterans’ Affairs. nance. EC–9901. A communication from the Office EC–9878. A communication from the Acting Internal Revenue Service, transmitting, pur- of Registration Policy and Management, Chief, Publications and Regulations Branch, suant to law, the report of a rule entitled Veterans’ Benefits Administration, Depart- Internal Revenue Service, transmitting, pur- ‘‘Section 1397E—Allocation of National Lim- ment of Veterans’ Affairs, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled itation for Qualified Zone Academy Bonds suant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Treatment as Qualified Dividend Income for Year 2004’’ (Rev. Proc. 2004–61) received ‘‘Presumptions of Service Connection for for Purposes of Section 1(h)(11)’’ (Notice on October 22, 2004; to the Committee on Fi- Diseases Associated with Service Involving 2004–70) received on October 22, 2004; to the nance. Detention or Internment as a Prisoner of Committee on Finance. EC–9890. A communication from the Acting War’’ (RIN2900–AM09) received on October 26, EC–9879. A communication from the Acting Chief, Publications and Regulations Branch, 2004; to the Committee on Veterans’ Affairs. Chief, Publications and Regulations Branch, Internal Revenue Service, transmitting, pur- Internal Revenue Service, transmitting, pursuant to law, the report of a rule entitled f suant to law, the report of a rule entitled ‘‘Classification of Certain Foreign Entities’’ REPORTS OF COMMITTEES ‘‘2004 Base Period T-Bill Rate’’ (Rev. Rul. (Notice 2004–68) received on October 22, 2004; 2004–99) received on October 22, 2004; to the to the Committee on Finance. The following reports of committees Committee on Finance. EC–9891. A communication from the United were submitted: EC–9880. A communication from the Acting States Trade Representative, Executive Of- By Ms. COLLINS, from the Committee on Chief, Publications and Regulations Branch, fice of the President, transmitting, pursuant Governmental Affairs, with an amendment: Internal Revenue Service, transmitting, pur- to law, a report relative to the United S. 346. A bill to amend the Office of Federal suant to law, the report of a rule entitled States-Bahrain Free Trade Agreement; to Procurement Policy Act to establish a gov- ‘‘Coordinated Issues: Transfer of Sale of the Committee on Finance. ernmentwide policy requiring competition in Compensatory Options or Restricted Stock EC–9892. A communication from the Regu- certain executive agency procurements to Related Persons’’ (UIL:9300.28–00) received lations Officer, Social Security Administra- (Rept. No. 108–415). on October 22, 2004; to the Committee on Fi- tion, transmitting, pursuant to law, the re- By Mr. BENNETT, from the Joint Eco- nance. port of a rule entitled ‘‘Representative Pay- nomic Committee:

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00055 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.012 S18PT1 S11496 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 Special Report entitled ‘‘The 2004 Joint S. 3007. A bill to require the Secretary of viduals who are not Federal employees, Economic Report’’ (Rept. No. 108–416). the Treasury to mint coins in commemora- and for other purposes. tion of the founding of America’s National f S. 2395 Parks, and for other purposes; to the Com- At the request of Mr. CONRAD, the INTRODUCTION OF BILLS AND mittee on Banking, Housing, and Urban Af- JOINT RESOLUTIONS fairs. names of the Senator from Mississippi (Mr. COCHRAN), the Senator from Okla- The following bills and joint resolu- f homa (Mr. INHOFE), the Senator from tions were introduced, read the first SUBMISSION OF CONCURRENT AND Louisiana (Ms. LANDRIEU) and the Sen- and second times by unanimous con- SENATE RESOLUTIONS ator from Colorado (Mr. CAMPBELL) sent, and referred as indicated: were added as cosponsors of S. 2395, a By Mr. SCHUMER (for himself, Mr. The following concurrent resolutions and Senate resolutions were read, and bill to require the Secretary of the BIDEN, and Mr. DURBIN): Treasury to mint coins in commemora- S. 2995. A bill to permanently extend the referred (or acted upon), as indicated: income tax deduction for college tuition ex- tion of the centenary of the bestowal of By Mr. INHOFE: the Nobel Peace Prize on President penses; to the Committee on Finance. S. Res. 470. A resolution honoring the life By Mr. SCHUMER: of astronaut Leroy Gordon Cooper, Jr; con- Theodore Roosevelt, and for other pur- S. 2996. A bill to provide for an additional sidered and agreed to. poses. place of holding court in the northern dis- By Mr. DURBIN: S. 2433 trict of New York, and for other purposes; to S. Res. 471. A resolution authorizing the At the request of Mr. BINGAMAN, the the Committee on the Judiciary. printing of tributes and other related mate- name of the Senator from Utah (Mr. By Mr. INHOFE: rials in honor of the late Senator Paul HATCH) was added as a cosponsor of S. S. 2997. A bill to amend section 1928 of the Simon; considered and agreed to. Social Security Act to encourage the produc- 2433, a bill to amend the Internal Rev- By Mr. MCCAIN (for himself, Mr. enue Code of 1986 to allow self-em- tion of influenza vaccines by eliminating the LUGAR, Mr. LIEBERMAN, Mr. BIDEN, price cap applicable to the purchase of such and Mr. HAGEL): ployed individuals to deduct health in- vaccines under contracts entered into by the S. Res. 472. A resolution to honor the peo- surance costs in computing self-em- Secretary of Health and Human Services, to ple of Georgia on the first anniversary of the ployment taxes. amend the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to Rose Revolution; considered and agreed to. S. 2553 establish a tax credit to encourage vaccine By Mr. MCCAIN (for himself, Mr. At the request of Mr. DODD, the name production capacity, and for other purposes; LUGAR, Mr. SMITH, Mr. LIEBERMAN, of the Senator from Mississippi (Mr. to the Committee on Finance. Mr. GRAHAM of South Carolina, Mr. By Mr. INHOFE: COCHRAN) was added as a cosponsor of HAGEL, and Mr. BIDEN): S. 2553, a bill to amend title XVIII of S. 2998. A bill to promote the development S. Res. 473. A resolution urging the Gov- of the emerging commercial human space ernment of Ukraine to ensure a democratic, the Social Security Act to provide for flight industry, and for other purposes; to transparent, and fair election process for the coverage of screening ultrasound for the Committee on Commerce, Science, and Presidential run-off election on November 21, abdominal aortic aneurysms under part Transportation. 2004; considered and agreed to. B of the medicare program. By Mr. HATCH: By Mr. NELSON of Florida: S. 2568 S. 2999. A bill for the relief of Heilit Mar- S. Con. Res. 147. A concurrent resolution tinez; to the Committee on the Judiciary. At the request of Mr. BIDEN, the expressing the sense of Congress that the De- names of the Senator from Hawaii (Mr. By Mr. COLEMAN (for himself and Mr. partment of Defense should continue to exer- EINGOLD): AKAKA), the Senator from Tennessee F cise its statutory authority to support the S. 3000. A bill to postpone the extension of activities of the Boy Scouts of America, in (Mr. ALEXANDER), the Senator from normal trade relations to the products of particular the periodic national and world Colorado (Mr. ALLARD), the Senator Laos; to the Committee on Finance. Boy Scout Jamborees; to the Committee on from Minnesota (Mr. COLEMAN), the By Mr. TALENT: Senator from Texas (Mr. CORNYN), the S. 3001. A bill entitled the ‘‘Hybrid HOV Armed Services. Access Act’’; to the Committee on Environ- By Mr. BINGAMAN: Senator from Minnesota (Mr. DAYTON), ment and Public Works. S. Con. Res. 148. A concurrent resolution the Senator from Nebraska (Mr. honoring the life and contribution of Yogi By Mr. BOND (for himself and Mr. KEN- HAGEL), the Senator from Washington Bhajan, a leader of the Sikhs, and expressing NEDY): (Mrs. MURRAY), the Senator from Ne- condolences to the Sikh community on his S. 3002. A bill to amend title 10, United braska (Mr. NELSON), the Senator from States Code, to direct the Secretary of De- passing; to the Committee on the Judiciary. By Mr. HOLLINGS (for himself, Mr. Florida (Mr. NELSON), the Senator from fense to carry out a program to provide a Oregon (Mr. SMITH) and the Senator support system for members of the Armed NELSON of Florida, Mr. LOTT, and Mr. from New Hampshire (Mr. SUNUNU) Forces who incur severe disabilities; to the BREAUX): Committee on Armed Services. S. Con. Res. 149. A concurrent resolution were added as cosponsors of S. 2568, a commending the National Oceanic and At- By Mr. REID (for himself and Mr. EN- bill to require the Secretary of the mospheric Administration and its employees SIGN): Treasury to mint coins in commemora- S. 3003. A bill to direct the Secretary of the for its dedication and hard work during Hur- tion of the tercentenary of the birth of Interior to convey to the City of Henderson, ricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; Benjamin Franklin, and for other pur- Nevada, certain Federal land located in the considered and agreed to. poses. City, and for other purposes; to the Com- f S. 2613 mittee on Energy and Natural Resources. At the request of Mr. DURBIN, the By Mr. ROCKEFELLER: ADDITIONAL COSPONSORS name of the Senator from Arkansas S. 3004. A bill to amend chapter 99 of the S. 282 Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to clarify that (Mrs. LINCOLN) was added as a cospon- At the request of Ms. SNOWE, the certain coal industry health benefits may sor of S. 2613, a bill to amend the Pub- not be modified or terminated; to the Com- names of the Senator from Washington lic Health Service Act to establish a mittee on Finance. (Mrs. MURRAY) and the Senator from scholarship and loan repayment pro- By Ms. STABENOW (for herself, Mr. Oregon (Mr. WYDEN) were added as co- gram for public health preparedness CRAIG, Mr. LEVIN, Mr. CRAPO, Mr. sponsors of S. 282, a bill to amend the workforce development to eliminate JEFFORDS, and Mr. ROCKEFELLER): Education Sciences Reform Act of 2002 critical public health preparedness S. 3005. A bill to allow State Homeland Se- to require the Statistics Commissioner workforce shortages in Federal, State, curity Program grant funds to be used to pay to collect information from coeduca- costs associated with the attendance of part- and local public health agencies. time and volunteer first responders at ter- tional secondary schools on such S. 2657 rorism response courses approved by the Of- schools’ athletic programs. At the request of Ms. COLLINS, the fice for State and Local Government Coordi- S. 2163 name of the Senator from Virginia (Mr. nation and Preparedness; to the Committee At the request of Mr. DURBIN, the ALLEN) was added as a cosponsor of S. on Governmental Affairs. name of the Senator from New Jersey 2657, a bill to amend part III of title 5, By Mr. GRAHAM of Florida: (Mr. LAUTENBERG) was added as a co- United States Code, to provide for the S. 3006. A bill to amend the Haitian Ref- ugee Immigration Fairness Act of 1998; to sponsor of S. 2163, a bill to establish a establishment of programs under which the Committee on the Judiciary. national health program administered supplemental dental and vision bene- By Mr. STEVENS (for himself and Mr. by the Office of Personnel Management fits are made available to Federal em- BAUCUS): to offer health benefits plans to indi- ployees, retirees, and their dependents,

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00056 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.014 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11497 to expand the contracting authority of (c) PROVISION MADE PERMANENT.—Title IX tients by excessive medical mal- the Office of Personnel Management, of the Economic Growth and Tax Relief Rec- practice lawsuits, and I am committed and for other purposes. onciliation Act of 2001 (relating to sunset of to this vital reform. provisions of such Act) shall not apply to I have also worked with officials S. 2889 section 431 of such Act. At the request of Mr. ALEXANDER, the from the Center for Medicare and Med- names of the Senator from Utah (Mr. By Mr. INHOFE: icaid Services to expand access to life- BENNETT), the Senator from Montana S. 2997. A bill to amend section 1928 saving Implantable Cardiac (Mr. BAUCUS), the Senator from Michi- of the Social Security Act to encourage Defibrillators. I supported legislation gan (Ms. STABENOW), the Senator from the production of influenza vaccines by to increase the supply of pancreative Connecticut (Mr. LIEBERMAN), the Sen- eliminating the price cap applicable to islet cells for research and cosponsored ator from Maryland (Ms. MIKULSKI), the purchase of such vaccines under a bill to take the abortion pill RU–486 the Senator from North Carolina (Mrs. contracts entered into by the Sec- off the market in the United States. The federal government invests in DOLE), the Senator from Nebraska (Mr. retary of Health and Human Services, improving hospitals and healthcare ini- NELSON), the Senator from South Caro- to amend the Internal Revenue Code of tiatives, and I have fought hard to en- lina (Mr. HOLLINGS), the Senator from 1986 to establish a tax credit to encour- sure that Oklahoma gets its fair share. Kentucky (Mr. MCCONNELL), the Sen- age vaccine production capacity, and Specifically, over the past three years, ator from Louisiana (Mr. BREAUX), the for other purposes; to the Committee I have helped to secure $5.2 million in Senator from Kansas (Mr. ROBERTS), on Finance. funding for the Oklahoma Medical Re- the Senator from Kentucky (Mr. Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, there was a lot of hysteria a short time ago search Foundation, the Oklahoma BUNNING), the Senator from Illinois State Department of Health planning (Mr. FITZGERALD), the Senator from Or- about the flu vaccine and the fact it was not available to a lot of people. initiative for a rural telemedicine sys- egon (Mr. WYDEN), the Senator from tem, the INTEGRIS Healthcare Sys- North Dakota (Mr. CONRAD), the Sen- There are several problems. One, the flu vaccine production currently takes tem, the University of Oklahoma ator from Illinois (Mr. DURBIN) and the Health Sciences Center, the Oklahoma approximately 6 months. I am intro- Senator from Alaska (Ms. MURKOWSKI) Center for the Advancement of Science ducing a bill that will expedite that were added as cosponsors of S. 2889, a and Technology, St. Anthony’s Heart and will have the sense of the Senate bill to require the Secretary of the Hospital, the Hillcrest Healthcare Sys- to steer the NIH research dollars to- Treasury to mint coins celebrating the tem, and the Morton Health Center. recovery and restoration of the Amer- ward the development of faster tech- The unexpected influenza, flu, vac- ican bald eagle, the national symbol of nology. They are using egg cultures to cine shortage beginning last month the United States, to America’s lands, grow this vaccine when it can be done highlights the need to encourage the waterways, and skies and the great im- through the cells of silk moths. It will production of flu vaccine in America. portance of the designation of the take more research to get there and we As you know, on October 5th, Chiron, a American bald eagle as an endangered will encourage them to do that. California-based biotechnology com- species under the Endangered Species Second, the bill removes price con- pany, notified U.S. health officials that Act of 1973, and for other purposes. trols for the purchasing of the flu vac- its plant in Liverpool, England had cine. This happened during the Clinton S. 2978 been shut down due to vaccine con- At the request of Mr. REID, the name administration. We should have tamination. Almost 50,000 doses of flu of the Senator from Arizona (Mr. learned during the Nixon administra- vaccine were thrown away, which cre- MCCAIN) was added as a cosponsor of S. tion that price controls in reality do ated a severe shortage for Americans 2978, a bill relating to State regulation not work. The result of this has been just as the flu season began. of access to hunting and fishing. that we do not have many companies In light of the current shortage, I S. RES. 269 now that are willing to get in there and have examined why America found take the risk and develop and manufac- At the request of Mr. LEVIN, the itself unable to accommodate the pub- name of the Senator from Pennsyl- ture these vaccines. As soon as they do, lic demand for the flu vaccine. As we they find out there is no profit at the vania (Mr. SPECTER) was added as a co- have seen, once a vaccine shortage sponsor of S. Res. 269, a resolution urg- other end because of price controls. strikes, a rapid response is difficult and Lastly, we allow investment tax ing the Government of Canada to end often impossible. Thirty years ago, credits. the commercial seal hunt that opened more than a dozen American compa- I have long been dedicated to quality nies were in the flu vaccine business. on November 15, 2003. healthcare for my constituents in f Today only two companies make the Oklahoma and across America. I sup- vaccine for America, and only one in STATEMENTS ON INTRODUCED ported the Medicare bill of 2003 to give an America-based company. This is no BILLS AND JOINT RESOLUTIONS a voluntary prescription drug benefit coincidence. High liability costs, tedi- By Mr. SCHUMER (for himself, to seniors. I have championed the rural ous production, price caps, and the health care providers, who received Mr. BIDEN, and Mr. DURBIN): complicated United States tax code S. 2995. A bill to permanently extend some of the greatest benefits of the have kept the market bare. the income tax deduction for college Medicare bill. In 1997, I was one of few In October, President Bush signed tuition expenses; to the Committee on Republicans to vote against the Bal- the JOBS bill, which curbed the bil- Finance. anced Budget Act because of its lack of lion-dollar lawsuits that have crippled Mr. SCHUMER. Mr. President, I ask support for rural hospitals. Back then, the flu vaccine industry. By adding flu unanimous consent that the text of the I made a commitment to not allow our vaccine to the list of vaccines pro- bill be printed in the RECORD. rural hospitals to be closed, and I am tected by the National Vaccine Injury There being no objection, the bill was pleased we finally addressed that im- Compensation Program, VICP, a no- ordered to be printed in the Record, as portant issue in the Medicare legisla- fault alternative must be used for re- follows: tion. I also cosponsored S. 816, the solving vaccine injury claims. I am en- S. 2995 Health Care Access and Rural Equity couraged with this progress, but more Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Act, to protect and preserve access of can be done to prevent a shortage in resentatives of the United States of America in Medicare beneficiaries to health care the future. Congress assembled, in rural regions. My bill supports allocating a greater SECTION 1. PERMANENT EXTENSION OF TUITION I am a strong advocate of medical li- percentage of the National Institutes DEDUCTION. ability reform and am an original co- of Health budget to develop faster and (a) REPEAL OF TERMINATION CLAUSE.—Sec- sponsor of S. 11, the Patients First Act, safer vaccine production technology. tion 222 of the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to protect patients’ access to quality The ever-changing nature of the flu is amended by striking subsection (e). (b) EFFECTIVE DATE.—The amendment and affordable health care by reducing virus results in a complicated produc- made by this section shall apply to payments the effects of excessive liability costs. tion process. The dominant strain of made in taxable years beginning after De- There are solutions to alleviate the the flu virus mutates each year, requir- cember 31, 2005. burden placed on physicians and pa- ing a different vaccine for every flu

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00057 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.016 S18PT1 S11498 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 season. Because harvesting the flu vac- the current United States inter- with people being able to do this with cine currently takes at least six national tax rules. To further offset the company putting these programs months and requires tens of thousands the heavy penalties within the United together incurring responsibilities and of fertilized eggs susceptible to con- States tax code, my bill gives a tax liabilities. tamination, this process must begin credit to companies, new and old, that It is very similar to the program we nearly a year before the flu season be- construct facilities to manufacture flu have been concerned with in the oil in- gins. vaccine. dustry to try to expand it and keep Research should be focused on devel- Currently, ten American companies people from being able to have frivo- oping new technologies to allow us to produce the 47 FDA-approved vaccines. lous lawsuits. That is what we are up produce more vaccine—in the same An investment tax credit will encour- against here. season—when we encounter a shortage. age these existing companies to expand We have introduced a bill that is de- A company in Connecticut is devel- their production to cover the flu vac- signed to allow participation in this oping a flu vaccine relying on cell lines cine and will invite start-up companies emerging space launching activity for from silk moths. This type of innova- to join the industry. This will better a greater number of people. The FAA will now have sole regula- tive research promises to shave at least equip the United States market to pre- tion authority for the suborbital hy- one month off of production time and vent and deal with a shortage in the fu- brid vehicles. It will be appropriately significantly reduce cost. ture. My bill includes a sense of the Senate considered. We are not taking any risk Scientific experts consider vaccina- here. This is just to allow the private on the importance of allocating a tion to be the most effective medical sector to enjoy this type of thing. greater percentage of the National In- intervention, and we live in an age of I will be introducing today S. 2998 stitutes of Health, NIH, research dol- unprecedented vaccine development with the idea of making this a reality lars to developing new technology in and implementation. We cannot con- and giving this privilege to a lot of peo- flu vaccine production. The encourage- tinue to overregulate the flu vaccine ple and allowing us to develop tech- ment of safer and faster flu vaccine industry and hope companies will hang nology. production technology is a prudent use on and produce vaccines regardless of It is interesting. A lot of people go to of existing Federal research dollars profit. The current national flu vaccine an event every year in Oshkosh, WI. I through the National Institutes of shortage reveals the need to act. have gone for 27 consecutive years. We Health. My bill would steer NIH research dol- go up there to see all of the new tech- Furthermore, my bill removes the lars towards cutting-edge technology, nology, what people are putting to- suffocating price controls that have remove suffocating price controls, and gether in their experimental aircraft, discouraged companies from producing free American companies to enter the airplanes they are making in their ga- the flu vaccine. The Vaccines For Chil- flu vaccine industry with an invest- rages and basements. A lot of tech- dren program, VFC, enacted under the ment tax credit. I urge my colleagues nology we are now using in the space Clinton administration, imposed a to stand with me in supporting this program was actually started right price cap on all vaccines purchased vital legislation. there in someone’s garage. That is es- through Federal contracts. From a sentially what we want to get at with shortsighted perspective, these regu- By Mr. INHOFE: the Commercial Space Launch Act we lated prices may expand access to vac- S. 2998. A bill to promote the develop- introduce today. cines. However, in the long run this ment of the emerging commercial policy devastates the vaccine produc- human space flight industry, and for By Mr. TALENT: tion industry and decreases the avail- other purposes; to the Committee on S. 3001. A bill entitled the ‘‘Hybrid ability of vaccines. This occurred in Commerce, Science, and Transpor- HOV Access Act’’; to the Committee on 1998 when manufacturers of tetanus tation. Environment and Public Works. diphtheria vaccine refused to bid on Mr. TALENT. Mr. President, I am f pleased to be introducing this bill, Government contracts. Consequently, COMMERCIAL SPACE LAUNCH ACT which will allow more owners of hybrid this vaccine is no longer available to electric vehicles, or HEVs, to have ac- children through the VFC program. Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, I want cess to HOV lanes on Federal high- Similarly, the CDC purchased nearly to introduce two bills today. One of ways. For all of us who have a desire to 12 percent of the flu vaccine this sea- them is about a program nobody seems lessen our dependence on foreign oil son, and significant quantities were to know about. That is the space and encourage the use of renewable en- purchased through the Department of launch program. I don’t know whether ergy, this bill represents a step forward it is in the State of Texas or where Defense, the Veteran’s Administration towards achieving those goals. and Medicare. The price controls im- they are doing this. But in Oklahoma, The language that is currently in the posed from Federal government pur- in Burns Flat, we have been very active highway bills passed by the House and chasing create a high-risk, low-reward in trying to get the Commercial Space the Senate allows hybrid vehicles that business market. Price controls de- Launch Program going. This is an op- achieve a 45 mile-per-gallon fuel econ- stroy any profit incentive. Manufactur- portunity for people to go into sub- omy highway rating to use HOV lanes. ers avoid this artificial environment orbital launch vehicles using a hybrid Any hybrid that achieves that kind of and will continue to as long as the gov- technology of a combination rocket in- fuel economy certainly deserves to get ernment over steps its bounds. jection engine. We are doing this. that status, because it is a very im- The harmful effect of government There have been several of them so far. pressive fuel economy rating and rep- price controls is especially pronounced I have been a commercial pilot now resents a substantial improvement in the flu vaccine market because the for almost 50 years—47 years, I guess. I over non-hybrid vehicles. What the 45 vaccine has a single-season shelf life. have a natural interest in this. I have mile-per-gallon standard fails to take The difficulty of predicting the demand had occasion to fly an airplane around into account, however, is that many for vaccines each year exposes compa- the world. I have watched it from all larger hybrid vehicles achieve a much nies great risk. A slight drop in de- levels. larger fuel economy improvement over mand can force them out of the mar- I see the excitement in people’s faces their internal combustion engine coun- ket. Financial losses—from 7 million saying, I can fly in space. terparts, and thus save more energy, extra doses in 2002 and 4.5 million extra We have this program which nobody than smaller vehicles which manage to in 2003—compelled Wyeth Pharma- knows about. It is a program that will meet the standard but are a less dras- ceutical Company to end its flu vaccine allow people to get into things such as tic improvement over their non-hybrid manufacturing. a Learjet that has a rocket on that will counterparts. In addition to lifting price controls, actually launch them, take them up To illustrate this, take the 2005 the government can loosen its grip on and give them the experience of travel model Honda Civic HEV, which gets the flu vaccine market by reforming its in space. just over 45 miles-per-gallon. This rep- complicated tax code. Fortunately, the There have been some problems with resents less than a 40 percent improve- JOBS bill made headway in simplifying this, however. There are some problems ment over the comparable internal

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00058 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.020 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11499 combustion model. The 2005 Ford Es- Airport that make it unsuitable for (1) IN GENERAL.—After the conveyance to cape HEV, on the other hand, is a residential use. the City under subsection (a), the City may truck, so it gets fewer miles per gallon But rather than cringing from these sell any portion or portions of the Transition than a Civic, between 35 and 40. How- impediments, the city of Henderson Area for purposes of nonresidential development. ever, this is a 75 percent improvement sees opportunity. The city’s land-use (2) METHOD OF SALE.—The sale of land over its internal combustion engine planning department envisions a busi- under paragraph (1) shall be— counterpart, and in addition, the Es- ness center that provides diverse em- (A) through a competitive bidding process; cape HEV emits 3–4 tons fewer green- ployment opportunities for the region, and house gases every year than the non- while helping to pay for public infra- (B) for not less than fair market value. hybrid. structure in nearby residential areas. (3) COMPLIANCE WITH CHARTER.—Except as There is no reason to discriminate This bill establishes the conditions to provided in paragraphs (2) and (4), the City against these larger, American-made make that vision come true. may sell parcels within the Transition Area only in accordance with the procedures for hybrids like the Ford Escape. They are The bill would convey the land to the conveyances established in the City Charter. truly engineering marvels and are so city by patent. The city would then (4) DISPOSITION OF PROCEEDS.—Of the gross clearly beneficial for the environment. subdivide and sell lots at fair market proceeds from the sale of land under para- The bill that I have sponsored will give value. As in previous conveyances of graph (1), the City shall— states the discretion to open up their Federal land designated in the South- (A) deposit 85 percent in the Special Ac- HOV lanes to hybrid vehicles that ern Nevada Public Lands Management count; achieve a substantial increase in fuel Act for disposal, 85 percent of the pro- (B) retain 10 percent as compensation for economy relative to comparable gaso- ceeds from sales would return to the the costs incurred by the City— (i) in carrying out land sales under para- line vehicles, or achieve a substantial BLM’s Special Account for acquiring graph (1); and increase in lifetime fuel savings rel- environmentally sensitive land. Five (ii) for the provision of public infrastruc- ative to comparable gasoline vehicles. percent of the proceeds would fund the ture to serve the Transition Area, including It creates a minimum standard of im- State of Nevada’s general education planning, engineering, surveying, and subdi- provement necessary for hybrids, but program. And the city of Henderson viding the Transition Area for nonresidential gives states the option of increasing could use the remaining 10 percent to development; and the requirements. This bill also allows cover expenses associated with subdi- (C) pay 5 percent to the State for use in the states to open HOV lanes to single oc- viding the property and providing in- general education program of the State. (c) USE OF LAND FOR RECREATION OR OTHER cupancy advanced lean burn vehicles frastructure. PUBLIC PURPOSES.—The City may elect to re- that achieve at least a 25 percent in- Henderson, NV, is a new and rapidly tain parcels in the Transition Area for public crease in fuel economy relative to com- growing city. Its leaders are dedicated recreation or other public purposes con- parable gasoline vehicles and that are to making the city a national model of sistent with the Act of June 14, 1926 (com- certified to Clean Air Act Tier 2 stand- logical development, diversified em- monly known as the ‘‘Recreation and Public ards. ployment, and fiscal sustainability. Purposes Act’’) (43 U.S.C. 869 et seq.) by pro- I am hopeful that my colleagues on This bill establishes the conditions viding to the Secretary written notice of the both sides of the aisle can agree that needed to realize that vision. election. (d) NOISE COMPATIBILITY REQUIREMENTS.— we should do all we can to encourage I ask unanimous consent that the The City shall— the use of renewable energy in our text of the bill be printed in the (1) plan and manage the Transition Area in country, and hybrid vehicles are an im- RECORD. accordance with section 47504 of title 49, portant part of that. The people who There being no objection, the bill was United States Code (relating to airport noise drive these vehicles are doing their ordered to be printed in the RECORD, as compatibility planning), and regulations part to help clean up the air and in- follows: promulgated in accordance with that sec- crease energy conservation, and we S. 3003 tion; and should give more people an incentive (2) agree that if any land in the Transition Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- Area is sold, leased, or otherwise conveyed to buy these vehicles by giving them resentatives of the United States of America in by the City, the sale, lease, or conveyance access to HOV lanes. Thank you, Mr. Congress assembled, shall contain a limitation to require uses President. SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. compatible with that airport noise compat- This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Southern ibility planning. By Mr. REID (for himself and Mr. Nevada Limited Transition Area Act’’. (e) REVERSION.— ENSIGN): SEC. 2. DEFINITIONS. (1) IN GENERAL.—If any parcel of land in S. 3003. A bill to direct the Secretary In this Act: the Transition Area is not conveyed for non- of the Interior to convey to the City of (1) CITY.—The term ‘‘City’’ means the City residential development under this Act or re- Henderson, Nevada, certain Federal of Henderson, Nevada. served for recreation or other public pur- land located in the City, and for other (2) SECRETARY.—The term ‘‘Secretary’’ poses under subsection (c) within 20 years means the Secretary of the Interior. after the date of the enactment of this Act, purposes; to the Committee on Energy the parcel of land shall, if determined to be and Natural Resources. (3) SPECIAL ACCOUNT.—The term ‘‘Special Account’’ means the special account estab- appropriate by the Secretary, revert to the Mr. REID. Mr. President, I rise today lished under section 4(e)(1)(C) of the South- United States. for myself and Senator ENSIGN to in- ern Nevada Public Land Management Act of (2) INCONSISTENT USE.—If the City uses any troduce the Southern Nevada Limited 1998 (112 Stat. 2345). parcel of land within the Transition Area in Transition Area Act, which enhances (4) STATE.—The term ‘‘State’’ means the a manner that is inconsistent with the uses the ability of a rapidly growing com- State of Nevada. specified in this section— munity to diversify its economy, gain- (5) TRANSITION AREA.—The term ‘‘Transi- (A) at the election of the Secretary, the fully employ its residents, and achieve tion Area’’ means the approximately 547 parcel shall revert to the United States; or (B) if the Secretary does not make an elec- fiscal sustainability. acres of Federal land located in Henderson, Nevada, and identified as ‘‘Limited Transi- tion under paragraph (1), the City shall sell The bill I am introducing today tion Area’’ on the map entitled ‘‘Southern the parcel of land in accordance with sub- would convey 547 acres of land from the Nevada Limited Transition Area Act’’ and section (b)(2). Bureau of Land Management to the dated November 16, 2004. city of Henderson, NV, for development SEC. 3. SOUTHERN NEVADA LIMITED TRANSITION By Mr. ROCKEFELLER: as an employment and business center. AREA. S. 3004. A bill to amend chapter 99 of BLM has designated this parcel for (a) CONVEYANCE.—Notwithstanding the the Internal Revenue Code of 1986 to disposal because of its urban sur- Federal Land Policy and Management Act of clarify that certain coal industry roundings and its isolation from other 1976 (43 U.S.C. 1701 et seq.), on request of the health benefits may not be modified or public land, which renders it difficult City, the Secretary shall, without consider- terminated; to the Committee on Fi- for the agency to manage. ation and subject to all valid existing rights, nance. convey to the City all right, title, and inter- The parcel is located in a rapidly est of the United States in and to the Transi- Mr. ROCKEFELLER. Mr. President, growing area of the city, but is im- tion Area. today I am introducing legislation to pacted by aircraft noise and overflights (b) USE OF LAND FOR NONRESIDENTIAL DE- make very clear that Congress fully from the nearby Henderson Executive VELOPMENT.— protected the health insurance benefits

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00059 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.027 S18PT1 S11500 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 of miners and their families when we class citizens. I want to thank Senator until our volunteer and part-time fire- passed the Coal Act in 1992. Unfortu- CRAIG for his hard work on this very fighters are treated fairly and receive nately, we have recently seen bank- important issue, and Senators LEVIN, the terrorism response training they ruptcy courts disregard the Coal Act CRAPO, ROCKEFELLER, and JEFFORDS for need. and absolve companies of their obliga- their support of this bill. Mr. President, I’m pleased to note tions to provide health benefits for Mr. President, many part-time and that the change in Federal guidelines workers and retirees. This is unaccept- volunteer firefighters in rural and this bill requires will not cost the Gov- able. And the bill I am introducing small communities across the country ernment any funding. It will not affect today reiterates that the bankruptcy are not attending Office of Domestic the distribution of State Homeland Se- code does not supercede the Coal Act. Preparedness-approved terrorism re- curity grants. It will just enable com- This year another company has aban- sponse training courses because Fed- munities that have been awarded these don promises it made to workers and eral guidelines do not allow them to be grants to use them to pay their fire- retirees in West Virginia. Horizon Nat- reimbursed for the time they are away fighters a reasonable stipend when ural Resources sought and received a from their full-time jobs. Our bill they leave their full-time jobs and at- court ruling that releases it from its would simply direct the ODP to allow tend these terrorism response course. contracts with union miners and allows part-time and volunteer first respond- This is a matter of fairness to ensure it to avoid honoring health care benefit ers, to receive a reasonable stipend that those that we rely on to respond obligations for over 2,300 retired min- when they participate in ODP-approved to emergencies have the training they ers. This is a morally bankrupt cor- terrorism response courses. need. porate strategy, and is inconsistent The Federal Government should not I ask unanimous consent that the with the Coal Act passed by Congress penalize rural and small communities text of the bill be printed in the in 1992. and their firefighters from receiving RECORD. The Coal Act was needed in 1992 to training necessary to respond to a ter- There being no objection, the bill was prevent some companies from walking rorist attack. In several counties in ordered to be printed in the RECORD, as away from their clear contractual obli- northern lower Michigan, State Home- follows: gations and agreements with their land Security Grant funds sit unused S. 3005 workers. One of the provisions of that because their fire departments are Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- bill was written especially with the in- composed entirely of volunteer or part- resentatives of the United States of America in tent of not allowing companies to sim- time firefighters. Last year, the State Congress assembled, ply reorganize as a way to get out of of Michigan set aside $9 million in SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. their obligations to their workers. Un- Homeland Security grants to prepare This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Rural and fortunately, too many companies are firefighters, including ODP training Part-time Firefighter Training Fairness increasingly using bankruptcy courts courses, to respond to terrorist inci- Act’’. to achieve the same results. dents. However, this grant money is SEC. 2. STATE AND LOCAL PROGRAMS. It should not be necessary for me to being underutilized since 72 percent of Notwithstanding any other provision of introduce this bill today. Congress has the firefighters in Michigan are volun- law, funds appropriated to the Office of State and Local Government Coordination and already spoken on this subject. The law teer or part-time and are not attending Preparedness for grants to States and local is clear: Coal Act retirees are entitled terrorism response training sessions. governments may be used by such States and to full benefits provided under the stat- All firefighters need the capability to local governments to provide a reasonable ute. No judge should rewrite the law to respond to all types of emergencies. stipend to part-time and volunteer first re- take those benefits away. However, be- When Americans call 9–1–1, the fire de- sponders who are not otherwise compensated cause judges are legislating from the partment doesn’t send only their full- for travel to or participation in terrorism re- bench, it will be helpful for Congress to time firefighters, they send everyone sponse courses approved by the Office for Do- reiterate our intention to protect the regardless of their status. Most part- mestic Preparedness, which stipend shall not time firefighters in rural areas hold be considered compensation for purposes of health benefits of coal miners and their rendering such first responder an employee families. full-time jobs in addition to serving under the Fair Labor Standards Act of 1938 I recognize that the 108th Congress is and protecting their communities. It is (29 U.S.C. 201 et seq.). unreasonable to expect them to take coming to a close. But I am intro- f ducing this legislation today because leave from their regular jobs, and forgo this issue is extremely important to all their pay from their full-time jobs, to SUBMITTED RESOLUTIONS of those who are being victimized by attend terrorism response training courses that include incident com- the bankruptcy courts. I hope that SENATE RESOLUTION 470—HON- mand, civil action management, and early next year my colleagues will join ORING THE LIFE OF ASTRONAUT radiological response. me in this effort to protect the miners, LEROY GORDON COOPER, JR. retired miners, and families who are Mr. President, many of our small, simply seeking the benefits they were rural communities face the same Mr. INHOFE submitted the following promised in exchange for years of hard homeland security challenges as larger resolution; which was considered and work. cities with more resources. For exam- agreed to: ple, Michigan has a long international S. RES. 470 By Ms. STABENOW (for herself, border with Canada, and many of these Whereas Leroy Gordon Cooper, Jr., was Mr. CRAIG, Mr. LEVIN, Mr. small and rural border communities born on March 6, 1927, in Shawnee, Okla- CRAPO, Mr. JEFFORDS, and Mr. rely on part-time and volunteer fire- homa; ROCKEFELLER): fighters. These responders must be ca- Whereas Gordon Cooper served as a colonel S. 3005. A bill to allow State Home- pable of protecting these borders in the United States Air Force and was se- land Security Program grant funds to against the same terrorist threats that lected as one of the original Project Mercury be used to pay costs associated with astronauts in April of 1959; urban areas face. When there is an ac- Whereas the 7 original Project Mercury as- the attendance of part-time and volun- cident in the future and, God forbid, if tronauts helped to inspire generations of sci- teer first responders at terrorism re- there is a terrorist attack, we’re not entists and engineers; sponse courses approved by the Office going to send only full-time fire- Whereas, when Gordon Cooper piloted the for State and Local Government Co- fighters to save people’s lives. Faith 7 spacecraft on the final operational ordination and Preparedness; to the This bill was included as a bipartisan mission of Project Mercury from May 15 to Committee on Governmental Affairs. amendment to the Senate version of May 16, 1963, he traveled a total of 546,167 Ms. STABENOW. Mr. President, I the fiscal year 2005 Department of statute miles and became the first astronaut rise to introduce the Stabenow-Craig Homeland Security Appropriations from the United States to spend more than a day in space; Rural and Part-time Firefighter Train- bill, but was removed by the House Re- Whereas, when Gordon Cooper served as ing Fairness Act. This bill would en- publican leadership in conference. This command pilot on the 8-day 120-orbit Gemini sure that our part-time and rural fire- issue is too important for Congress to 5 mission that began on August 21, 1965, he fighters are not being treated as second ignore, and I am going to keep fighting and pilot Charles Conrad established a new

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00060 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.023 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11501 space endurance record by traveling a dis- Leroy Gordon Cooper, Jr., frequently was the last American astronaut to tance of 3,312,993 miles in an elapsed time of called ‘‘Gordo’’, who passed away at his orbit the Earth for an entire orbit by 190 hours and 56 minutes; home on October 4, was often known as himself. Whereas Gordon Cooper was the first man the first astronaut from the United After receiving an honorary Doc- to go into space for a second time; torate of Science degree from Okla- Whereas Gordon Cooper served as backup States to spend more than a day in command pilot for the Gemini 12 mission and space. He was born in Shawnee, OK on homa City University in 1967, Cooper as backup commander for the Apollo 10 March 6, 1927 and joined the Marines retired from the Air Force and NASA flight; during World War II. He then trans- as a colonel in 1970. However, his in- Whereas Gordon Cooper logged 222 hours in ferred to the Air Force in 1949 and volvement with space did not end after space and retired from the Air Force and the graduated from the Air Force Institute his retirement. He served as a consult- National Aeronautics and Space Administra- of Technology with a degree in aero- ant to several companies related to tion in 1970; nautical engineering in 1956. aerospace, electronics, and energy Whereas the special honors Gordon Cooper fields, and was vice president for re- received during his lifetime included the Air After graduating, Cooper became at- Force Distinguished Flying Cross, the Na- tracted to the space program as an search and development for Walt Dis- tional Aeronautics and Space Administra- elite test pilot for the Air Force at Ed- ney Enterprises, Inc. Cooper also de- tion Distinguished Service Medal, and the wards Air Force Base in California. voted part of his life to studying UFOs, John F. Kennedy Trophy; and During his career, he logged more than and wrote Leap of Faith based on his Whereas Gordon Cooper passed away at his 7,000 hours of flying, including 4,000 experiences as a pilot and astronaut. home in Ventura, California, on October 4, hours flying jets. He also flew commer- Even though we have lost this great 2004, at the age of 77: Now, therefore, be it cial and general aviation planes and American hero, his legacy and passion Resolved, That the Senate honors the life of for exploring space live on through astronaut Leroy Gordon Cooper, Jr. helicopters. Cooper seemed to be born in the right continued space ventures such as the Mr. INHOFE. Mr. President, many place at the right time—with the right Ansari X Prize. The famed $10 million people may not be aware of Oklahoma’s abilities. In 1958, the National Aero- X Prize was recently awarded to the significant history in aviation, or that nautical and Space Administration, team of SpaceShipOne, whose pilot, I am the only commercially licensed NASA, announced its new endeavor, Brian Binnie, broke an August 22, 1963 pilot in the Senate and have a passion Project Mercury, with three goals in altitude record by going 69.6 miles for flying. above Earth’s surface, ironically, on Since 1910, beginning with Charles F. mind: to place a spacecraft carrying a October 4, the same day of Cooper’s Willard who only flew a few hundred person into orbital flight around the passing. yards in a south Oklahoma City field, Earth, to investigate a person’s per- I am pleased that my good friend and Oklahomans have been flying. formance capabilities and his/her abil- The following year, Clyde Cessna, an ity to function in space, and to recover colleague Congressman CASS automobile dealer from Enid who later the person and spacecraft safely. NASA BALLENGER has led the way in honoring formed the Cessna Aircraft Company, began searching for people, especially the life and service of this great space flew his mono-wing airplane near Jet, military test pilots, who were willing pioneer. I know that Mr. BALLENGER OK. and capable of enduring such a dan- shares my passion of aviation and Such early flights in Oklahoma con- gerous mission. They focused on find- space exploration and hope that we will tinued and in 1929 perhaps one of the ing military test pilots because they continue to build on the progress and most notable aviation events occurred seemed to experience similar condi- sacrifice made by men like Gordon in Waynoka, Oklahoma, where Charles tions to those of space. Cooper. Lindbergh stopped on the first trans- On April 1, 1959, it was announced continental passenger air and rail serv- that Cooper was chosen, along with SENATE RESOLUTION 471—AU- ice. Alan Shepard, Gus Grissom, John THORIZING THE PRINTING OF By 1931, Wiley Post, from Maysville, Glenn, Scott Carpenter, Walter TRIBUTES AND OTHER RELATED OK, gained international recognition Schirra, Jr., and Deke Slayton not MATERIALS IN HONOR OF THE when he flew around the world in a lit- only as one of the seven Project Mer- LATE SENATOR PAUL SIMON tle over eight days. In July 1991, I had cury astronauts, but as one of Amer- Mr. DURBIN submitted the following the honor of recreating Post’s trip on ica’s first astronauts. These seven men resolution; which was considered and its 60th Anniversary. made history with this project as they agreed to: However, Oklahoma’s aviation his- laid the groundwork for future space S. RES. 471 tory does not stop there. On November flights. Resolved, That there be printed as a Senate 2, 1929, 26 licensed women pilots found- On May 15 and 16, 1963, Cooper piloted document a compilation of tributes and ed what was known as the Ninety-Nine Faith 7, the flight that ended the oper- other related materials concerning the Hon- Club, or the Ninety-Nines. It was called ational phase of Project Mercury. Dur- orable Paul Simon, late a Senator from the so at the suggestion of its first presi- ing this mission, he orbited the Earth State of Illinois. dent, Amelia Earheart, because of the 22 times and logged more time in space 117 licensed women pilots in America than all previous five Mercury astro- SENATE RESOLUTION 472—TO who were contacted about joining the nauts combined. He also became known HONOR THE PEOPLE OF GEOR- club, only 99 actually joined. The as the first American astronaut to GIA ON THE FIRST ANNIVER- South Central Section of the Ninety- sleep in orbit, as well as on the launch SARY OF THE ROSE REVOLUTION Nine Club comprising several states in- pad. Mr. MCCAIN (for himself, Mr. LUGAR, cluding Oklahoma, has through the Shortly thereafter, Cooper received Mr. LIEBERMAN, Mr. BIDEN, and Mr. years, issued several publications and the NASA Distinguished Service Medal HAGEL) submitted the following resolu- in 1962, Mary Lester of the Oklahoma from President John F. Kennedy at a tion; which was considered and agreed Chapter created a new version of the White House ceremony. to: Club’s publication, the Ninety-Nine In August 1965, Cooper commanded S. RES. 472 News. Currently, the Ninety-Nine Club the 8 day Gemini 5 mission with Charles Whereas, on November 23, 2004, the people is an international organization of li- Conrad. On this mission, Cooper set a of Georgia will celebrate the first anniver- censed women pilots from 35 countries, new space endurance record, covering sary of the Rose Revolution, the peaceful with its international headquarters at 120 revolutions and 3,312,993 miles in 190 and bloodless protests that followed par- Will Rogers World Airport in Okla- hours, 56 minutes and 3 seconds and be- liamentary elections deemed to be fraudu- homa City. came the first man to make a second lent; Today I rise to introduce a resolution orbital flight. Whereas following the resignation of Presi- to honor the life and work of another Overall, during his two space flights, dent Eduard Shevardnadze, Interim Presi- dent Nino Burdzhanadze worked diligently to Oklahoman in this long line of aviation Cooper logged 225 hours, 15 minutes restore order and to prepare Georgia for a who served our country by fearlessly and 3 seconds. He also served as backup new Presidential election; dedicating his life to space travel and command pilot for Gemini 12 and Whereas after a free, fair, and democratic exploration. backup commander for Apollo X. He election was held, Mikheil Saakashvili was

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:24 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00061 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.075 S18PT1 S11502 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 sworn into office on January 25, 2004, as Whereas the Government of Ukraine has parliamentary by-elections in the Donetsk President of Georgia; accepted numerous specific commitments region and in mayoral elections in Whereas President Saakashvili visited the governing the conduct of elections as a par- Mukacheve, Romny, and Krasniy Luch; United States Congress earlier this year and ticipating state of the Organization for Secu- Whereas intimidation, violence, and fraud delivered a strong message of peace, sta- rity and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), in- during the April 18, 2004, mayoral election in bility, democracy, political reform, and eco- cluding provisions of the Copenhagen Docu- Mukacheve, Ukraine, represent a deliberate nomic opportunity; ment; attack on the democratic process; Whereas Georgia is a small but strategi- Whereas the election of Ukraine’s next Whereas in the period leading to the first cally situated country located in the President will provide an unambiguous test round of the Presidential election, the gov- Caucasus, and is of additional interest to the of the extent of the Ukrainian authorities ernment power structures used state re- United States because of the oil and gas commitment to implement these standards sources such as schools, state factories, hos- pipelines now being constructed from Baku, and build a democratic society based on free pitals, and public transport systems to force Azerbaijan to the port of Ceyhan, Turkey; elections and the rule of law; students, state workers, and citizens who Whereas Georgia has also become a key Whereas the second round of the Presi- rely on state services for their livelihood to player in the global war on terrorism by dential election takes place against the campaign against their will for the govern- combating members of al Qaeda and other backdrop of past elections and improprieties ment-backed candidate; Muslim terrorist organizations, denying in the first round of the election, which did Whereas there was notable partisan en- them sanctuary in remote areas such as the not fully meet international standards; gagement of security services, military, and Pankisi Gorge, and working with the United Whereas it is the duty of government and local police in support of the government- States to help train border guards; public authorities of Ukraine at all levels to backed candidate; Whereas Georgia has recently increased its act in a manner consistent with all laws and Whereas there was a failure of national and commitment of troops in Iraq and its con- regulations governing election procedures, local state-owned and private electronic tributions to help build peace and democracy and to ensure free and fair elections through- media to provide impartial and fair coverage in Afghanistan and Kosovo; out the entire country, including preventing of, or access to, opposition candidates; Whereas the United States supports Geor- activities aimed at undermining the free ex- Whereas some election commission mem- gia’s efforts to peacefully reestablish govern- ercise of political rights; bers affiliated with opposition candidates ment control, security, and political sta- Whereas a genuinely free and fair election were dismissed from their duties just prior bility in regions such as Abkhazia and South requires a period of political campaigning to election day; Ossetia; conducted in an environment in which ad- Whereas there was collaboration with a Whereas the United States congratulates ministrative action, violence, intimidation, foreign government to allow a foreign Presi- the Government of Georgia on the peaceful or detention do not hinder the parties, polit- dent to appear in Ukraine and express his resolution of the conflict in Adjara and wel- ical associations, and the candidates from opinions on one of the candidates just days comes the restoration of democracy and po- presenting their views and qualifications to before election day, in an effort to influence litical stability in that region; and the citizenry, including organizing sup- the vote, and a military parade, which was Whereas the United States supports rep- porters, conducting public meetings and held in Kyiv 3 days prior to the election, was events throughout the country, and enjoying resentative democracy, political stability, clearly an effort to intimidate voters; and unimpeded access to television, radio, print, economic growth, and peace in Georgia and Whereas in the first round of the Presi- and Internet media on a non-discriminatory throughout the Caucasus region: Now, there- dential election in Ukraine that occurred on basis; fore, be it October 31, 2004, international observers Whereas a genuinely free and fair election Resolved, that the Senate— noted fraud and other significant problems, requires that citizens be guaranteed the (1) congratulates the people of Georgia on including poorly maintained voter lists, right and effective opportunity to exercise the first anniversary of the Rose Revolution, which resulted in people being denied their their civil and political rights, including the the peaceful and bloodless protests that fol- right to vote, as well as many additional right to vote and the right to seek and ac- lowed parliamentary elections deemed to be names on voter rolls for which no accounting quire information upon which to make an in- fraudulent, and for their commitment to de- formed vote, free from intimidation, undue could be made, prevalent interference by un- mocracy, peace, stability, and economic op- influence, attempts at vote buying, threats authorized persons into the electoral proc- portunity; of political retribution, or other forms of co- ess, and credible reports of busing of voters (2) commends President Mikheil ercion by national or local authorities or among oblasts and polling stations for the Saakashvili for his vision of, and commit- others; purpose of multiple voting: Now, therefore, ment to, a peaceful and democratic Georgia, Whereas a genuinely free and fair election be it the rule of law, an open market economy, re- requires government and public authorities Resolved, That the Senate— gional cooperation, and closer integration to ensure that candidates and political par- (1) acknowledges and welcomes the strong into western institutions; ties enjoy equal treatment before the law relationship formed between the United (3) supports the sovereignty, independence, and that government resources are not em- States and Ukraine since the restoration of territorial integrity, and democratic govern- ployed to the advantage of individual can- Ukraine’s independence in 1991; ment of Georgia; and didates or political parties; (2) recognizes that a precondition for the (4) supports continued assistance to the Whereas a genuinely free and fair election full integration of Ukraine into the Western people and Government of Georgia to help requires the full transparency of laws and community of nations, including as an equal them consolidate the democratic process in regulations governing elections, multiparty member in institutions such as the North their country. representation on election commissions, and Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), is its unobstructed access by candidates, political establishment of a genuinely democratic po- parties, and domestic and international ob- litical system; SENATE RESOLUTION 473—URGING servers to all election procedures, including (3) expresses its strong and continuing sup- THE GOVERNMENT OF UKRAINE voting and vote counting in all areas of the port for the efforts of the Ukrainian people TO ENSURE A DEMOCRATIC, country; to establish a full democracy, the rule of TRANSPARENT, AND FAIR ELEC- Whereas increasing control and manipula- law, and respect for human rights in TION PROCESS FOR THE PRESI- tion of the media by national and local offi- Ukraine; DENTIAL RUN-OFF ELECTION ON cials and others acting at their behest raise (4) urges the Government of Ukraine to NOVEMBER 21, 2004 grave concerns regarding the commitment of guarantee freedom of association and assem- the Ukrainian authorities to free and fair bly, including the right of candidates, mem- Mr. MCCAIN (for himself, Mr. LUGAR, elections; bers of political parties, and others to freely Mr. SMITH, Mr. LIEBERMAN, Mr. Whereas efforts by the national authorities assemble, to organize and conduct public GRAHAM of South Carolina, Mr. HAGEL, in Ukraine to limit access to international events, and to exercise these and other and Mr. BIDEN) submitted the following broadcasting, including Radio Liberty and rights free from intimidation or harassment resolution; which was considered and the Voice of America, represent an unaccept- by local or national officials or others acting agreed to: able infringement on the right of the Ukrain- at their behest; ian people to independent information; (5) urges the Government of Ukraine to S. RES. 473 Whereas efforts by national and local offi- meet its Organization for Security and Co- Whereas the establishment of a demo- cials of Ukraine and others acting at their operation in Europe (OSCE) commitments on cratic, transparent, and fair election process behest to impose obstacles to free assembly, democratic elections and to address issues for the 2004 Presidential election in Ukraine free speech, and a free and fair political cam- previously identified by the Office of Demo- and of a genuinely democratic political sys- paign have taken place in Donetsk, Sumy, cratic Institutions and Human Rights tem are prerequisites for that country’s full and elsewhere in Ukraine without condemna- (ODIHR) of the OSCE in its final reports on integration into the Western community of tion or remedial action by the Government the 2002 parliamentary elections and the 1999 nations as an equal member, including into of Ukraine; Presidential elections, such as illegal inter- organizations such as the North Atlantic Whereas numerous substantial irregular- ference by public authorities in the cam- Treaty Organization (NATO); ities have taken place in recent Ukrainian paign and a high degree of bias in the media;

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00062 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.069 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11503 (6) urges the Ukrainian authorities to en- ful place as a full and equal member of the SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLU- sure— Western community of democracies. TION 148—HONORING THE LIFE (A) the full transparency of election proce- AND CONTRIBUTION OF YOGI dures before, during, and after the second round of the 2004 Presidential election; BHAJAN, A LEADER OF THE (B) free access for Ukrainian and inter- SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLU- SIKHS, AND EXPRESSING CONDO- national election observers; TION 147—EXPRESSING THE LENCES TO THE SIKH COMMU- (C) multiparty representation on all elec- SENSE OF CONGRESS THAT THE NITY ON HIS PASSING tion commissions; DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE (D) unimpeded access by all parties and Mr. BINGAMAN submitted the fol- candidates to print, radio, television, and SHOULD CONTINUE TO EXERCISE lowing concurrent resolution; which Internet media on a non-discriminatory ITS STATUTORY AUTHORITY TO was referred to the Committee on the basis; SUPPORT THE ACTIVITIES OF Judiciary: (E) freedom of candidates, members of op- THE BOY SCOUTS OF AMERICA, position parties, and independent media or- IN PARTICULAR THE PERIODIC S. CON. RES. 148 ganizations from intimidation or harassment Whereas the Sikh faith was founded in the by government officials at all levels, includ- NATIONAL AND WORLD BOY northern section of the Republic of India in ing selective tax audits and other regulatory SCOUT JAMBOREES the 15th century by Guru Nanak, who procedures, and in the case of media, license preached tolerance and equality for all hu- revocations, and libel suits; Mr. NELSON of Florida submitted mans; (F) a transparent process for complaint the following concurrent resolution; Whereas the Sikh faith began with a sim- and appeals through electoral commissions which was referred to the Committee ple message of truthful living and the funda- and within the court system that provides on Armed Services: mental unity of humanity, all created by one timely and effective remedies; creator who manifests existence through (G) vigorous prosecution of any individual S. CON. RES. 147 every religion; or organization responsible for violations of Whereas the Boy Scouts of America was in- election laws or regulations, including the Whereas the Sikh faith reaches out to peo- corporated on February 8, 1910, and received application of appropriate administrative or ple of all faiths and cultural backgrounds, a Federal charter on June 15, 1916, which is criminal penalties; encourages individuals to see beyond their (H) remedies to all improprieties reported codified as chapter 309 of title 36, United differences, and to work together for world in the first round of the Presidential election States Code; peace and harmony; in Ukraine, including— Whereas section 30902 of title 36, United Whereas Siri Singh Sahib Bhai Sahib (i) the replacement at a polling station of States Code, states that it is the purpose of Harbhajan Singh Khalsa Yogiji, known as any Territorial Election Commission mem- the Boy Scouts of America to promote, Yogi Bhajan to hundreds of thousands of peo- ber found to have engaged in fraud; through organization, and cooperation with ple worldwide, was born Harbhajan Singh (ii) a complete review of voter lists in each other agencies, the ability of boys to do Puri on August 26, 1929, in India; polling station in order to correct inaccura- things for themselves and others, to train Whereas at age 8, Yogi Bhajan began yogic cies; them in scoutcraft, and to teach them patri- training, and 8 years later was proclaimed by (iii) equal time on state media and equal otism, courage, self-reliance, and kindred his teacher to be a master of Kundalini Yoga, which stimulates individual growth access to private media for the two runoff virtues; through breath, yoga postures, sound, chant- candidates; and Whereas, since the inception of the Boy (iv) immediate prosecution of individuals ing, and meditation; Scouts of America, millions of Americans of Whereas during the turmoil over the parti- who have violated the election law; every race, creed, and religion have partici- (7) further calls upon the Government of tion between Pakistan and India in 1947, at pated in the Boy Scouts, and the Boy Scouts Ukraine to guarantee election monitors from the age of 18, Yogi Bhajan led his village of currently uses more than 1,200,000 adult vol- the ODIHR, other participating states of the 7,000 people 325 miles on foot to safety in OSCE, Ukrainian political parties, represent- unteers to serve more than 4,700,000 young New Delhi, India, from what is now Lahore, atives of candidates, nongovernmental orga- people; Pakistan; nizations, and other private institutions and Whereas the Department of Defense and Whereas Yogi Bhajan, before emigrating to organizations, both foreign and domestic, members of the Armed Forces have a long North America in 1968, served the Govern- unobstructed access to all aspects of the history of supporting the activities of the ment of India faithfully through both civil election process, including unimpeded access Boy Scouts of America and individual Boy and military service; to public campaign events, candidates, news Scout troops in the United States, and sec- Whereas when Yogi Bhajan visited the media, voting, and post-election tabulation tion 2606 of title 10, United States Code, au- United States in 1968, he recognized imme- of results and processing of election chal- thorizes the Department of Defense to co- diately that the experience of higher con- lenges and complaints; operate with and assist the Boy Scouts of sciousness that many young people were at- (8) urges the President to fully employ the America in establishing and providing facili- tempting to find through drugs could be al- diplomatic and other resources of the Gov- ties and services for members of the Armed ternatively achieved through Kundalini ernment of the United States to encourage Forces and their dependents, and civilian Yoga, and in response, he began teaching the Government of Ukraine to ensure that employees of the Department of Defense and Kundalini Yoga publicly, thereby breaking the election laws and procedures of Ukraine the centuries-old tradition of secrecy sur- their dependents, at locations outside the are faithfully adhered to by all local and na- rounding it; United States; tional officials, by others acting at their be- Whereas in 1969, Yogi Bhajan founded hest, and by all candidates and parties, dur- Whereas sections 4682, 7541, and 9682 of title ‘‘Healthy, Happy, Holy Organization (3HO)’’, ing and subsequent to the Presidential cam- 10, United States Code, authorize the Depart- a nonprofit private educational and sci- paign and election-day voting; ment of Defense to sell, and in certain cases entific foundation dedicated to serving hu- (9) strongly encourages the President to donate, obsolete or excess material to the manity, improving physical well-being, deep- clearly communicate to the Government of Boy Scouts of America to support its activi- ening spiritual awareness, and offering guid- Ukraine, to all parties and candidates in ties; and ance on nutrition and health, interpersonal Ukraine, and to the people of Ukraine the Whereas, under section 2554 of title 10, relations, child rearing, and human behavior; high importance attached by the Govern- United States Code, the Department of De- Whereas under the direction and guidance ment of the United States to this Presi- fense is authorized to make military instal- of Yogi Bhajan, 3HO expanded to 300 centers dential campaign as a central factor in de- lations available to, and to provide equip- in 35 countries; termining the future relationship between ment, transportation, and other services to, Whereas in 1971, the president of the gov- the two countries; the Boy Scouts of America to support na- erning body of Sikh Temples in India gave (10) strongly encourages the President to tional and world gatherings of Boy Scouts at Yogi Bhajan the title of Siri Singh Sahib, consider visa bans and other targeted sanc- events known as Boy Scout Jamborees: Now, which made him the chief religious and ad- tions on those responsible for encouraging or therefore, be it ministrative authority for Sikhism in the participating in any efforts to improperly in- Western Hemisphere, and subsequently the fluence the outcome of the election, whether Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- Sikh seat of religious authority gave him re- through direct or indirect involvement; and resentatives concurring), That it is the sense sponsibility to create a Sikh ministry in the (11) pledges its enduring support and as- of Congress that the Department of Defense West; sistance to the people of Ukraine for the es- should continue to exercise its long-standing Whereas in 1971, Sikh Dharma was legally tablishment of a fully free and open demo- statutory authority to support the activities incorporated in the State of California and cratic system, the creation of a prosperous of the Boy Scouts of America, in particular recognized as a tax-exempt religious organi- free market economy, the establishment of a the periodic national and world Boy Scout zation by the United States, and in 1972, Yogi secure independence and freedom from coer- Jamborees. Bhajan founded the ashram Sikh Dharma in cion, and Ukraine’s assumption of its right- Espan˜ ola, New Mexico;

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00063 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.069 S18PT1 S11504 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 Whereas in 1973, Yogi Bhajan founded ‘‘3HO world peace. When he came to North the issue of Sikh identity is understood SuperHealth’’, a successful drug rehabilita- America in 1968, he recognized that the and respected. When Balbir Singh tion program that blends ancient yogic wis- experience sought by many young peo- Sodhi was murdered in Phoenix 5 days dom of the East with modern technology of ple through drugs could be alter- after 9/11 because of his beard and tur- the West; Whereas in June 1985, Yogi Bhajan estab- natively achieved through Kundalini ban, Yogi Bhajan worked with commu- lished the first ‘‘International Peace Prayer Yoga, which stimulates individual nity and government leaders in Ari- Day Celebrations’’ in New Mexico, which growth through breath, chanting, and zona to help raise awareness about the still draws thousands of participants annu- meditation among other components. Sikh community there. ally; Breaking the centuries old tradition of Yogi Bhajan is survived by his wife, Whereas Yogi Bhajan traveled the world secrecy surrounding Kundalini Yoga, Inderjit Kaur; two sons, Ranbir Singh calling for world peace and religious unity at he began teaching it publicly. Soon and Kulbir Singh; a daughter, Kamaljit meetings with leaders such as Pope Paul VI; after, he founded the Healthy, Happy, Kaur; and five grandchildren. He will Pope John Paul II; His Holiness the Dalai Holy Organization (3HO), a nonprofit be missed by his family, followers and Lama; the President of the former Union of his friends, and his contribution to the Soviet Socialist Republics, Mikhail Gorba- private educational and scientific foun- chev; and two Archbishops of Canterbury; dation with 300 centers in 35 countries, cause of world peace will be remem- Whereas Yogi Bhajan wrote 30 books and dedicated to improving physical well- bered and celebrated for generations to inspired the publication of 200 other books being, deepening spiritual awareness, come. through his teachings, founded a drug reha- and offering guidance on matters of bilitation program, and inspired the found- health and heart. He later founded 3HO SENATE CONCURRENT RESOLU- ing of several businesses; SuperHealth, a successful drug reha- TION 149—COMMENDING THE NA- Whereas Sikhs and students across the bilitation program, blending ancient TIONAL OCEANIC AND ATMOS- world testify that Yogi Bhajan exhibited dig- yogic wisdom of the East with the PHERIC ADMINISTRATION AND nity, divinity, grace, commitment, courage, kindness, compassion, tolerance, wisdom, modern technology of the West. Super- ITS EMPLOYEES FOR ITS DEDI- and understanding; Health was accredited by the Joint CATION AND HARD WORK DUR- Whereas Yogi Bhajan taught that in times Commission on Accreditation of ING HURRICANES CHARLEY, of joy and sorrow members of the commu- Healthcare Organization and received FRANCES, IVAN, AND JEANNE nity should come together and be at one its highest commendation. In 1973 it Mr. HOLLINGS (for himself, Mr. NEL- with each other; and distinguished itself as being in the top SON of Florida, Mr. LOTT, and Mr. Whereas before his passing on October 6, 10 percent of all treatment programs BREAUX) submitted the following con- 2004, Yogi Bhajan requested that his passing throughout the United States. In 1989 be a time of celebration of his going home: current resolution; which was consid- Now, therefore, be it Yogi Bhajan met with then President ered and agreed to: Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- Mikhail Gorbachev and established ad- S. CON. RES. 149 resentatives concurring), That Congress— diction treatment programs in Russia Whereas the National Oceanic and Atmos- (1) recognizes that the teachings of Yogi based on the 3HO SuperHealth model. pheric Administration’s National Weather Bhajan about Sikhism and yoga, and the Currently a pilot project of Super- Service consistently provides critical fore- businesses formed under his inspiration, im- Health is being formed by the Punjab casts and warnings about severe weather to proved the personal, political, spiritual, and State Government in India. He taught the Nation’s citizens; professional relations between citizens of the Yoga in Toronto and Los Angeles and Whereas 4 hurricanes, Charley, Frances, United States and the citizens of India; Ivan, and Jeanne, recently hit the State of (2) recognizes the legendary compassion, finally founded a Sikh Dharma community in Espan¯ ola, NM. In 1971, the Florida, an event which has not occurred wisdom, kindness, and courage of Yogi since 4 hurricanes struck Texas in 1886; Bhajan, and his wealth of accomplishments president of the governing body of Sikh Whereas Hurricane Jeanne was the fourth on behalf of the Sikh community; and Temples in India gave Yogi Bhajan the hurricane in 6 weeks to hit the United States (3) extends its condolences to Inderjit title of chief religious and administra- mainland; Kaur, the wife of Yogi Bhajan, his 3 children tive authority for Sikhism in the West- Whereas the employees of the National and 5 grandchildren, and to Sikh and ern Hemisphere. About 250,000 Sikhs Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration ‘‘Healthy, Happy, Holy Organization (3HO)’’ Tropical Prediction Center/National Hurri- communities around the Nation and the now reside across the United States, including a community of about 500 cane Center and the employees of key South- world upon the death on October 6, 2004, of ern Region Weather Forecast Offices worked Yogi Bhajan, an individual who was a wise families in Northern New Mexico. Yogi Bhajan wrote 30 books and in- tirelessly and under great pressure to pro- teacher and mentor, an outstanding pioneer, vide the most up to date information to the a champion of peace, and a compassionate spired 200 more through his teaching, public, the media, and emergency manage- human being. and inspired the founding of several ment officials during Hurricanes Charley, Mr. BINGAMAN. Mr. President, I rise businesses, including Akal Security Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; today with my colleagues, Senators Inc. He had an inclusive view of the Whereas the employees of the National DOMENICI and CORNYN, to introduce a world’s major religions and considered Hurricane Center conducted approximately resolution honoring the life of Yogi all of them valid. Throughout his life- 1,128 live television and radio interviews as Bhajan. Yogi Bhajan, the chief reli- time, he traveled the world and met well as 1,480 telephone briefings to the media gious and administrative authority for with world leaders such as Pope John and others during Hurricane Frances; ¯ Whereas the forecasts and information Sikhism in the West, died in Espanola, Paul II and the Dalai Lama to discuss from the National Hurricane Center provided NM, on October 6, 2004, at the age of 75. world peace and religious unity. In notice for the evacuation of millions of resi- Born Harbhajan Singh Puri on August June 1985, Yogi Bhajan established the dents in the line of Hurricanes Charley, 26, 1929, in Northern India, now Paki- first International Peace Prayer Day Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne and warnings to stan, he began yogic training at age 8 Celebration in New Mexico that stills the residents of Florida, Mississippi, Ala- and was proclaimed a master of draws thousands of participants annu- bama, and Louisiana; Kundalini Yoga by age 16. After the ally. Whereas the Office of Oceanic and Atmos- partition of India and Pakistan in 1947, After the events of 9/11/01, Yogi pheric Research’s Hurricane Research Divi- Bhajan reached out to Sikhs across sion at the Atlantic Oceanographic and Me- his family migrated to New Delhi, teorological Laboratory in Miami, Florida India, where he continued his edu- America, encouraging and helping conducts the research needed to improve cation. after graduating from Punjab them to educate their fellow citizens hurricane forecasts and went on flights in University in economics, he worked for about Sikhs, and to work with law en- and around hurricanes to gather and improve India’s Internal Revenue Service and forcement and community leaders to data that goes into the National Hurricane later became head of customs at the help them protect Sikh populations. Center’s forecasts, watches, and warnings to New Delhi Airport. His efforts have helped contribute to protect lives and property; Yogi Bhajan introduced thousands the opening of some major law enforce- Whereas the Office of Oceanic and Atmos- around the world to Sikhism, a religion ment agencies to Sikh employees, in- pheric Research’s Geophysical Fluid Dynam- ics Laboratory in Princeton, New Jersey de- that carries the message of truthful cluding the Los Angeles County Sher- veloped, carefully monitors, and continues to living and the fundamental unity of iff’s Department. Yogi Bhajan estab- improve the National Weather Service’s humanity, and reaches out to people of lished links to human rights advocates operational hurricane model used to deter- all backgrounds to work together for nationwide, working to make sure that mine where the storms are likely to go;

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00064 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.076 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11505 Whereas the National Oceanic and Atmos- at MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, Florida; of financial management reform within pheric Administration’s Marine and Aviation the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron the Department of Defense and the in- Operation’s Hurricane Hunters logged over of the 403rd Wing of the Air Force Reserve dividual services. 300 hours of operational hours of flight time Command at Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without through and above the storms to assist the Mississippi; the Hurricane Liaison Team; the National Hurricane Center in tracking Hur- National Ocean Service; and the National objection, it is so ordered. ricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; Environmental Satellite Data and Informa- SUBCOMMITTEE ON SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND Whereas the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance tion Service, for their extraordinary dedica- SPACE Squadron of the 403rd Wing of the Air Force tion and hard work during Hurricanes Char- Mr. SANTORUM. Mr. President, I Reserve Command at Keesler Air Force Base, ley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; ask unanimous consent that the Sub- Biloxi, Mississippi, logged 739 hours of flight (2) commends the Southern, Eastern, and committee on Science, Technology and time through and around the storms to as- Central Region Weather Forecast Offices of Space be authorized to meet on Thurs- sist the National Hurricane Center in track- San Juan, Miami, Tampa Bay, Key West, ing Hurricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan, and Melbourne, Jacksonville, Tallahassee, At- day, November 18, 2004, at 2 p.m. on the Jeanne; lanta, Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile, Mor- Science Behind Pornography Addic- Whereas the Hurricane Liaison Team, a ristown, Charleston, Morehead City, Wil- tion. joint National Oceanic and Atmospheric Ad- mington, Wakefield, Taunton, Lake Charles, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ministration and Federal Emergency Man- New Orleans, Jackson, Nashville, and Hous- objection, it is so ordered. agement Agency partnership, provided sup- ton for their extraordinary dedication and f port to the 25 different media outlets oper- hard work during Hurricanes Charley, ating out of the National Hurricane Center; Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; COMMENDING THE NATIONAL OCE- Whereas the National Oceanic and Atmos- (3) commends the employees of the Office ANIC AND ATMOSPHERIC ADMIN- pheric Administration’s Hydrometeoro- log- of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research, espe- ISTRATION AND ITS EMPLOYEES ical Prediction Center provided rainfall fore- cially the Hurricane Research Division; casts and hurricane track guidance to the (4) thanks the commercial and media me- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I National Hurricane Center; teorologists for their contributions in dis- ask unanimous consent that the Sen- Whereas the National Weather Service’s seminating the National Oceanic and Atmos- ate proceed to the immediate consider- National Data Buoy Center, in partnership pheric Administration forecasts and warn- ation of S. Con. Res. 149, introduced with the United States Coast Guard, worked ings to the public; and expediently after Hurricane Charley to fix earlier today by Senator HOLLINGS. (5) expresses its support for the ongoing The PRESIDING OFFICER. The data buoys that proved critical for forecasts hard work and dedication of all who provide of Hurricane Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; accurate and timely hurricane forecasts. clerk will report the concurrent resolu- Whereas the National Oceanic and Atmos- tion by title. f pheric Administration’s National Ocean The legislative clerk read as follows: Service provided storm surge predictions and AUTHORITY FOR COMMITTEES TO A concurrent resolution (S. Con. Res. 149) hydrographic information support to Federal MEET partners before, during, and after Hurricanes commending the National Oceanic and At- Charley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; COMMITTEE ON COMMERCE, SCIENCE, AND mospheric Administration and its employees Whereas the National Oceanic and Atmos- TRANSPORTATION for its dedication and hard work during Hur- pheric Administration’s National Environ- Mr. SANTORUM. Mr. President, I ricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne. mental Satellite Data and Information Serv- ask unanimous consent that the Com- There being no objection, the Senate ice provided images of Hurricane Frances mittee on Commerce, Science, and proceeded to consider the concurrent every 5 minutes over a 4-day period, an un- resolution. precedented number of images for hurricane Transportation be authorized to meet Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I tracking; on Thursday, November 18, 2004, at 9:30 Whereas the Southern, Eastern, and Cen- a.m. on various nominations (names to ask unanimous consent that the con- tral Region Weather Forecast Offices of San be released later in week) at 9:30 a.m. current resolution be agreed to, the Juan, Miami, Tampa Bay, Key West, Mel- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without preamble be agreed to, the motion to bourne, Jacksonville, Tallahassee, Atlanta, objection, it is so ordered. reconsider be laid upon the table, with Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile, Morris- COMMITTEE ON FINANCE no intervening action or debate, and town, Charleston, Morehead City, Wil- Mr. SANTORUM. Mr. President, I that any statements related to the con- mington, Wakefield, and Taunton provided current resolution be printed in the up-to-the-minute local details for residents ask unanimous consent that the Com- RECORD. throughout Hurricanes Charley, Frances, mittee on Finance be authorized to Ivan, and Jeanne; meet on Thursday, November 18, 2004, The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Whereas employees from other offices at 10 a.m., to hear testimony on ‘‘FDA, objection, it is so ordered. within the Southern Region provided addi- Merck and Vioxx: Putting Patient The concurrent resolution (S. Con. tional support to key Weather Forecast Of- Safety First?’’ Res. 149) was agreed to. fices directly impacted by Hurricanes Char- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without The preamble was agreed to. ley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; objection, it is so ordered. The concurrent resolution, with its Whereas more than 7,000 watches, warn- preamble, reads as follows: ings, advisories, and other statements were COMMITTEE ON INDIAN AFFAIRS issued by key local Weather Forecast Offices Mr. SANTORUM. Mr. President, I S. CON. RES. 149 during Hurricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan, ask unanimous consent that the Com- Whereas the National Oceanic and Atmos- and Jeanne; mittee on Indian Affairs be authorized pheric Administration’s National Weather Service consistently provides critical fore- Whereas the Southeast River Forecast to meet on Thursday, November 18, Center provided critical river flooding forecasts and warnings about severe weather to cast information to Federal, State, and pri- 2004, at 10 a.m. in room 485 of the Rus- the Nation’s citizens; vate partners during Hurricanes Charley, sell Senate Office Building to conduct Whereas 4 hurricanes, Charley, Frances, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne and accurately a business meeting on pending Com- Ivan, and Jeanne, recently hit the State of predicted the amount of excessive rainfall mittee matters, to be followed imme- Florida, an event which has not occurred over the Southeastern United States several diately by an oversight hearing on the since 4 hurricanes struck Texas in 1886; days in advance; and Water Problems on the Standing Rock Whereas Hurricane Jeanne was the fourth Whereas the hurricane season continues Sioux Reservation. hurricane in 6 weeks to hit the United States mainland; through November, and all these employees The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without continue tracking new tropical depressions Whereas the employees of the National approaching the United States coast: Now, objection, it is so ordered. Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration therefore, be it SUBCOMMITTEE ON READINESS AND Tropical Prediction Center/National Hurri- Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- MANAGEMENT cane Center and the employees of key South- resentatives concurring), That the Congress— Mr. SANTORUM. Mr. President, I ern Region Weather Forecast Offices worked (1) commends the employees of the Na- ask unanimous consent that the Sub- tirelessly and under great pressure to pro- tional Weather Service, especially the Na- committee on Readiness and Manage- vide the most up to date information to the tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- ment support of the committee on public, the media, and emergency manage- tion Tropical Prediction Center/National ment officials during Hurricanes Charley, Hurricane Center, Hydrometeorological Pre- Armed Services be authorized to meet Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; diction Center, and National Data Buoy Cen- during the session of the Senate on No- Whereas the employees of the National ter; the National Oceanic and Atmospheric vember 18, 2004, at 3:30 p.m. in open ses- Hurricane Center conducted approximately Administration Aircraft Operations Center sion to receive testimony on the status 1,128 live television and radio interviews as

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00065 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.068 S18PT1 S11506 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 well as 1,480 telephone briefings to the media issued by key local Weather Forecast Offices The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without and others during Hurricane Frances; during Hurricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan, objection, it is so ordered. Whereas the forecasts and information and Jeanne; The resolution (S. Res. 470) was from the National Hurricane Center provided Whereas the Southeast River Forecast agreed to. notice for the evacuation of millions of resi- Center provided critical river flooding fore- The preamble was agreed to. dents in the line of Hurricanes Charley, cast information to Federal, State, and pri- Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne and warnings to vate partners during Hurricanes Charley, The resolution, with its preamble, the residents of Florida, Mississippi, Ala- Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne and accurately reads as follows: bama, and Louisiana; predicted the amount of excessive rainfall S. RES. 470 Whereas the Office of Oceanic and Atmos- over the Southeastern United States several Whereas Leroy Gordon Cooper, Jr., was pheric Research’s Hurricane Research Divi- days in advance; and born on March 6, 1927, in Shawnee, Okla- sion at the Atlantic Oceanographic and Me- Whereas the hurricane season continues homa; teorological Laboratory in Miami, Florida through November, and all these employees Whereas Gordon Cooper served as a colonel conducts the research needed to improve continue tracking new tropical depressions in the United States Air Force and was se- hurricane forecasts and went on flights in approaching the United States coast: Now, lected as one of the original Project Mercury and around hurricanes to gather and improve therefore, be it astronauts in April of 1959; data that goes into the National Hurricane Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- Whereas the 7 original Project Mercury as- Center’s forecasts, watches, and warnings to resentatives concurring), That the Congress— tronauts helped to inspire generations of sci- protect lives and property; (1) commends the employees of the Na- entists and engineers; Whereas the Office of Oceanic and Atmos- tional Weather Service, especially the Na- Whereas, when Gordon Cooper piloted the pheric Research’s Geophysical Fluid Dynam- tional Oceanic and Atmospheric Administra- Faith 7 spacecraft on the final operational ics Laboratory in Princeton, New Jersey de- tion Tropical Prediction Center/National mission of Project Mercury from May 15 to veloped, carefully monitors, and continues to Hurricane Center, Hydrometeorological Pre- May 16, 1963, he traveled a total of 546,167 improve the National Weather Service’s diction Center, and National Data Buoy Cen- statute miles and became the first astronaut operational hurricane model used to deter- ter; the National Oceanic and Atmospheric from the United States to spend more than a mine where the storms are likely to go; Administration Aircraft Operations Center day in space; Whereas the National Oceanic and Atmos- at MacDill Air Force Base, Tampa, Florida; Whereas, when Gordon Cooper served as pheric Administration’s Marine and Aviation the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance Squadron command pilot on the 8-day 120-orbit Gemini Operation’s Hurricane Hunters logged over of the 403rd Wing of the Air Force Reserve 5 mission that began on August 21, 1965, he 300 hours of operational hours of flight time Command at Keesler Air Force Base, Biloxi, and pilot Charles Conrad established a new through and above the storms to assist the Mississippi; the Hurricane Liaison Team; the space endurance record by traveling a dis- National Hurricane Center in tracking Hur- National Ocean Service; and the National tance of 3,312,993 miles in an elapsed time of ricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; Environmental Satellite Data and Informa- 190 hours and 56 minutes; Whereas the 53rd Weather Reconnaissance tion Service, for their extraordinary dedica- Whereas Gordon Cooper was the first man Squadron of the 403rd Wing of the Air Force tion and hard work during Hurricanes Char- to go into space for a second time; Reserve Command at Keesler Air Force Base, ley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; Whereas Gordon Cooper served as backup Biloxi, Mississippi, logged 739 hours of flight (2) commends the Southern, Eastern, and time through and around the storms to as- command pilot for the Gemini 12 mission and Central Region Weather Forecast Offices of sist the National Hurricane Center in track- as backup commander for the Apollo 10 San Juan, Miami, Tampa Bay, Key West, ing Hurricanes Charley, Frances, Ivan, and flight; Melbourne, Jacksonville, Tallahassee, At- Jeanne; Whereas Gordon Cooper logged 222 hours in lanta, Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile, Mor- Whereas the Hurricane Liaison Team, a space and retired from the Air Force and the ristown, Charleston, Morehead City, Wil- joint National Oceanic and Atmospheric Ad- National Aeronautics and Space Administra- mington, Wakefield, Taunton, Lake Charles, ministration and Federal Emergency Man- tion in 1970; New Orleans, Jackson, Nashville, and Hous- agement Agency partnership, provided sup- Whereas the special honors Gordon Cooper ton for their extraordinary dedication and port to the 25 different media outlets oper- received during his lifetime included the Air hard work during Hurricanes Charley, ating out of the National Hurricane Center; Force Distinguished Flying Cross, the Na- Whereas the National Oceanic and Atmos- Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; tional Aeronautics and Space Administra- pheric Administration’s Hydrometeorologi- (3) commends the employees of the Office tion Distinguished Service Medal, and the cal Prediction Center provided rainfall fore- of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research, espe- John F. Kennedy Trophy; and casts and hurricane track guidance to the cially the Hurricane Research Division; Whereas Gordon Cooper passed away at his National Hurricane Center; (4) thanks the commercial and media me- home in Ventura, California, on October 4, Whereas the National Weather Service’s teorologists for their contributions in dis- 2004, at the age of 77: Now, therefore, be it National Data Buoy Center, in partnership seminating the National Oceanic and Atmos- Resolved, That the Senate honors the life of with the United States Coast Guard, worked pheric Administration forecasts and warn- astronaut Leroy Gordon Cooper, Jr. expediently after Hurricane Charley to fix ings to the public; and f data buoys that proved critical for forecasts (5) expresses its support for the ongoing of Hurricane Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; hard work and dedication of all who provide AUTHORIZING THE PRINTING OF Whereas the National Oceanic and Atmos- accurate and timely hurricane forecasts. TRIBUTES AND OTHER RELATED pheric Administration’s National Ocean f MATERIALS IN HONOR OF THE Service provided storm surge predictions and LATE SENATOR PAUL SIMON hydrographic information support to Federal HONORING THE LIFE OF ASTRO- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I partners before, during, and after Hurricanes NAUT LEROY GORDON COOPER, Charley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; JR. ask unanimous consent that the Sen- ate proceed to the immediate consider- Whereas the National Oceanic and Atmos- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I ation of S. Res. 471, submitted earlier pheric Administration’s National Environ- ask unanimous consent that the Sen- mental Satellite Data and Information Serv- today by Senator DURBIN. ate proceed to the immediate consider- ice provided images of Hurricane Frances The PRESIDING OFFICER. The every 5 minutes over a 4-day period, an un- ation of S. Res. 470, which was sub- clerk will report the resolution by precedented number of images for hurricane mitted earlier today by Senator title. tracking; INHOFE. The legislative clerk read as follows: Whereas the Southern, Eastern, and Cen- The PRESIDING OFFICER. The A resolution (S. Res. 471) authorizing the tral Region Weather Forecast Offices of San clerk will report the resolution by printing of tributes and other related mate- Juan, Miami, Tampa Bay, Key West, Mel- title. rials in honor of the late Senator Paul bourne, Jacksonville, Tallahassee, Atlanta, The legislative clerk read as follows: Simon. Birmingham, Huntsville, Mobile, Morris- town, Charleston, Morehead City, Wil- A resolution (S. Res. 470) honoring the life There being no objection, the Senate mington, Wakefield, and Taunton provided of astronaut Leroy Gordon Cooper, Jr. proceeded to consider the resolution. up-to-the-minute local details for residents There being no objection, the Senate Mr. DURBIN. Mr. President, as we throughout Hurricanes Charley, Frances, proceeded to consider the resolution. approach the first anniversary of the Ivan, and Jeanne; Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I death of Senator Paul Simon, I would Whereas employees from other offices ask unanimous consent that the reso- like to take this opportunity to pay within the Southern Region provided addi- lution be agreed to, the preamble be tional support to key Weather Forecast Of- tribute to my late friend and colleague. fices directly impacted by Hurricanes Char- agreed to, the motion to reconsider be At the age of 19, Paul Simon became ley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne; laid upon the table, and that any state- the Nation’s youngest editor-publisher Whereas more than 7,000 watches, warn- ments relating to this matter be print- when he accepted a Lion’s Club chal- ings, advisories, and other statements were ed in the RECORD. lenge to save the Troy Tribune in Troy,

VerDate Aug 04 2004 04:24 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00066 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.073 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11507 IL. From that start, he build a chain of and caring were the real standards for The resolutions (S. Res. 441 and S. 13 newspapers in southern and central public service. He was genuine in his Res. 423) were agreed to, en bloc. Illinois. politics, in his life, and in his values. The preambles were agreed to, en Paul Simon served the State of Illi- I wouldn’t be a Senator today if it bloc. nois and the United States for decades. weren’t for Paul Simon. He believed in The resolutions, with their pre- He is the only individual to have served me, he inspired me, and he was a true ambles, read as follows: in both the Illinois House of Represent- friend. S. RES. 441 atives and the Illinois Senate, and the Today I am introducing a resolution Whereas the Coos, Lower Umpqua, and U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. to authorize the printing of tributes Siuslaw Restoration Act (25 U.S.C. 714 et Senate. and other related materials in honor of seq.), which was signed by the President on Paul highly valued education and the Senator Simon. This resolution will October 17, 1984, restored Federal recognition youth of our Nation. In addition to his authorize the collection and printing of to the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower work in Congress to strengthen public Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians; these materials in an official Senate Whereas the Confederated Tribes of Coos, education in America, he started the document. The compilation of the trib- Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians histori- public affairs reporting program at ute statements made by my Senate col- cally inhabited land now in the State of Or- Sangamon State University, now the leagues will serve as a lasting testa- egon, from Fivemile Point in the south to University of Illinois at Springfield. He ment to our former colleague. Tenmile Creek in the north, west to the Pa- later became the founder and director Through these small measures, Con- cific Ocean, then east to the crest of the of the Public Policy Institute at South- gress has paid tribute to the lasting Coast Range, encompassing the watersheds of the Coos River, the Umpqua River to ern Illinois University in Carbondale, legacy of our friend, Paul Simon. His IL, and taught there for more than 6 Weatherly Creek, the Siuslaw River, the dedication to public service serves as coastal tributaries between Tenmile Creek years. an example for all Americans. and Fivemile Point, and portions of the Weeks before his death, Paul made Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I Coquille watershed; the rounds to Washington and the edi- ask unanimous consent that the reso- Whereas in addition to restoring Federal torial boards in Chicago. He was pro- lution be agreed to, the motion to re- recognition, that Act and other Federal In- moting an idea to create a new scholar- consider be laid upon the table, and dian statutes have provided the means for ship program which would send Amer- that any statements relating thereto the Confederated Tribes to achieve the goals ican students overseas to study and in- of cultural restoration, economic self-suffi- be printed in the RECORD, without in- ciency, and the attainment of a standard of vite their foreign counterparts to come tervening action or debate. living equivalent to that enjoyed by other to America to learn. As Paul explained The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without citizens of the United States; it, this opportunity to learn would help objection, it is so ordered. Whereas by enacting the Coos, Lower Ump- an often hostile world to understand us The resolution (S. Res. 471) was qua, and Siuslaw Restoration Act (25 U.S.C. and help the next generation of Amer- agreed to, as follows: 714 et seq.), the Federal Government— (1) declared that the Confederated Tribes ican leaders to understand the world S. RES. 471 we live in. It was Paul Simon’s long- of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians Resolved, That there be printed as a Senate were eligible for all Federal services and ben- term solution to the threat of ter- document a compilation of tributes and efits provided to federally recognized tribes; rorism: dialogue, education and toler- other related materials concerning the Hon- (2) provided the means to establish a tribal ance—the hallmarks of his public life. orable Paul Simon, late a Senator from the reservation; and In a modest way, we came through for State of Illinois. (3) granted the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians him. f Earlier this year, this Congress es- self-government for the betterment of tribal members, including the ability to set tribal tablished a commission to recommend FEDERAL RECOGNITION OF CON- rolls; the framework for an international FEDERATED TRIBES COM- Whereas the Confederated Tribes of Coos, study abroad program for college stu- MENDING INEZ SITTER FOR HER Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians have dents. The program Senator Simon en- SERVICE TO THE UNITED embraced Federal recognition and self-suffi- visioned and worked so hard to create STATES ciency statutes and are actively working to better the lives of tribal members; and was what he called the Lincoln Fellow- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I ships. The program under development Whereas economic self-sufficiency, which ask unanimous consent that the Indian was the goal of restoring Federal recognition is designed to encourage and support Affairs Committee be discharged from for the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower the experience of studying abroad in further consideration and the Senate Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians, is being real- developing countries—in countries proceed to the immediate consider- ized through many projects: Now, therefore, whose people, culture, language, gov- ation of S. Res. 423 and S. Res. 441, en be it ernment, and religion might be very Resolved, That it is the sense of the Senate bloc. that October 17, 1984, should be memorialized different from ours. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Shortly after Paul’s death, I intro- as the date on which the Federal Govern- objection, it is so ordered. The clerk ment restored Federal recognition to the duced legislation to name the Federal will state the resolutions by title. Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, building located at 250 West Cherry The legislative clerk read as follows: and Siuslaw Indians. Street in Carbondale, IL, the ‘‘Senator A resolution (S. Res. 441) expressing the S. RES. 423 Paul Simon Federal Building.’’ In May sense of the Senate that October 17, 1984, the Whereas the United States, and subse- 2004, this bill was signed into law. date of the restoration by the Federal Gov- quently the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Naming this building in Carbondale ernment of Federal recognition to the Con- have operated a school at Hartshorne, Okla- after Paul Simon will help present and federated Tribes of Coos, Lower Umpqua, and homa, called the Jones Academy for more future generations remember and Siuslaw Indians, should be memorialized. than 100 years, a facility that, since 1952, has honor a great man who lived in and A resolution (S. Res. 423) commending Inez provided residential services to predomi- worked for the people of Southern Illi- Sitter for her service to the United States. nately at-risk children from more than 20 In- There being no objection, the Senate dian tribes throughout the United States nois and served in our Federal Govern- who attend local, public school academic ment with the greatest integrity. proceeded to consider the resolutions, classes; From journalism to Government to en bloc. Whereas for approximately half that time, education, Paul Simon set the standard Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I Mrs. Inez Sitter has been a vital part of that for honesty and caring in public life. ask unanimous consent that the reso- school and its efforts to educate American Paul set a standard for integrity in lutions be agreed to, en bloc, the pre- Indian children; public life the rest of us can only aspire ambles be agreed to, en bloc, the mo- Whereas Mrs. Sitter came to the school in to. Whether you agreed with his poli- tions to reconsider be laid upon the an administrative post in March of 1944 and tics or not, you always knew you could table, and that any statements relating progressed through various administrative capacities to be the Administrative Assist- trust Paul. He didn’t apologize for dedi- to the measures be printed in the ant at the school; cating his public life to the less fortu- RECORD. Whereas Mrs. Sitter formally retired from nate. He believed and taught those of The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without the Bureau of Indian Affairs in 1983, after 39 us who worked with him that honesty objection, it is so ordered. years of service;

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00067 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.079 S18PT1 S11508 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 Whereas Mrs. Sitter immediately there- ø(5) Twenty-five percent of elderly persons health, senior citizen and other organiza- after assumed the position as the Study Hall/ who sustain a hip fracture die within 1 year. tions to design and carry out local education Tutorial Coordinator for Jones Academy, the ø(6) Hospital admissions for hip fractures campaigns, focusing on ways of reducing the Library Services Coordinator, and the Direc- among the elderly have increased from risk of elder falls and preventing repeat falls. tor of the critically important Foster Grand- 231,000 admissions in 1988 to 332,000 in 1999. ø‘‘SEC. 399AA–2. RESEARCH. parents program at the school, positions she The number of hip fractures is expected to ø‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—Subject to the avail- has held to this day; exceed 500,000 by 2040. ability of appropriations, the Secretary Whereas Mrs. Sitter, who is a member of ø(7) Annually, more than 64,000 individuals shall— many civic organizations, including the who are over 65 years of age sustain a trau- ø‘‘(1) conduct and support research to— Hartshorne Edgewood United Methodist matic brain injury as a result of a fall. ø‘‘(A) improve the identification of elders Church, the Daughters of the American Rev- ø(8) Annually, 40,000 individuals who are who have a high risk of falling; olution, and the American Legion Auxiliary, over 65 years of age visit emergency depart- ø‘‘(B) improve data collection and analysis is known throughout the community for her ments with traumatic brain injuries suffered to identify fall risk and protective factors; extra work with students, including men- as a result of a fall, of which 16,000 of these ø‘‘(C) design, implement, and evaluate fall toring, tutoring, and preparation of home- individual are hospitalized and 4,000 of these prevention interventions to identify the work and term assignments; individuals die. most effective of the numerous potential Whereas for such work she gained a posi- ø(9) The rate of fall-induced traumatic strategies available; tion of advocate for the children of Jones brain injuries for individual who are 80 years ø‘‘(D) improve strategies that are proven Academy and the de facto position of liaison of age or older increased by 60 percent from to be effective in reducing falls by tailoring with the local public school in Hartshorne; 1989 to 1998. these strategies to specific elderly popu- Whereas Mrs. Sitter, who resided with her ø(10) The estimated total cost for non-fatal lations; family on campus, became a surrogate par- traumatic brain injury-related hospitaliza- ø‘‘(E) conduct research in order to maxi- ent for hundreds of Jones Academy children; tions for falls in individuals who are 65 years mize the dissemination of proven, effective Whereas Mrs. Sitter has been described by of age or older is more than $3,250,000,000. fall prevention interventions; a colleague as ‘‘87 years young, and only 95 Two-thirds of these costs occurred among in- ø‘‘(F) expand proven interventions to pre- pounds, but with 60 years of service to the dividual who were 75 years of age or older. vent elder falls; children of Jones Academy and the people of ø(11) The costs to the Medicare and Med- ø‘‘(G) improve the diagnosis, treatment, Hartshorne, the State of Oklahoma, and icaid programs and society as a whole from and rehabilitation of elderly fall victims; these United States’’; and falls by elderly persons continue to climb and Whereas the Bureau of Indian Affairs, rec- much faster than inflation and population ø‘‘(H) assess the risk of falls occurring in ognizing her selfless and outstanding con- growth. Direct costs alone will exceed various settings; tributions, awarded Mrs. Sitter its Lifetime $32,000,000,000 in 2020. ø‘‘(2) conduct research concerning barriers Achievement Award, presented by Assistant ø(12) The Federal Government should de- to the adoption of proven interventions with Secretary Dave Anderson on August 3, 2004: vote additional resources to research regard- respect to the prevention of elder falls (such Now, therefore, be it ing the prevention and treatment of falls in as medication review and vision enhance- Resolved, That the Senate commends Mrs. residential as well as institutional settings. ment); Inez Sitter for her outstanding service to the ø(13) A national approach to reducing elder ø‘‘(3) conduct research to develop, imple- Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, the State of falls, which focuses on the daily life of senior ment, and evaluate the most effective ap- Oklahoma, and the United States. citizens in residential, institutional, and proaches to reducing falls among very high f community settings is needed. The approach risk elders living in nursing homes, assisted should include a wide range of organizations ELDER FALLS PREVENTION ACT living, and other types of long-term care fa- and individuals including family members, cilities; and OF 2003 health care providers, social workers, archi- ø‘‘(4) evaluate the effectiveness of commu- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I tects, employers and others. nity programs to prevent assisted living and ask unanimous consent that the Sen- ø(14) Reducing preventable adverse events, nursing home falls by elders. ate proceed to the immediate consider- such as elder falls, is an important aspect to ø‘‘(b) ADMINISTRATION.—In carrying out ation of Calendar No. 785, S. 1217. the agenda to improve patient safety. subsection (a), the Secretary shall— ø ø The PRESIDING OFFICER. The SEC. 3. AMENDMENT TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH ‘‘(1) conduct research and surveillance ac- SERVICE ACT. tivities among community-dwelling and in- clerk will state the bill by title. øTitle III of the Public Health Service Act stitutionalized elders through the Director The legislative clerk read as follows: (42 U.S.C. 241 et seq.) is amended by adding of the Centers for Disease Control and Pre- A bill (S. 1217) to direct the Secretary of at the end the following: vention; Health and Human Services to expand and ø‘‘PART R—PREVENTION OF ELDER FALLS ø‘‘(2) conduct research related to elder fall intensify programs with respect to research ø‘‘SEC. 399AA. PURPOSES prevention in health care delivery settings and related activities concerning elder falls. ø‘‘The purposes of this title are— and clinical treatment and rehabilitation of There being no objection, the Senate ø‘‘(1) to develop effective public education elderly fall victims through the Director of proceeded to consider the bill, which strategies in a national initiative to reduce the Agency for Healthcare Research and was reported from the Committee on elder falls in order to educate the elders Quality; and Health, Education, Labor, and Pen- themselves, family members, employers, ø‘‘(3) ensure the coordination of the activi- sions, with an amendment and an caregivers, and others who touch the lives of ties described in paragraphs (1) and (2). senior citizens; ø‘‘(c) GRANTS.—The Secretary shall award amendment to the title, as follows: ø grants to qualified organizations and institu- (Strike the part printed in black ‘‘(2) to expand needed services and conduct research to determine the most effec- tions to enable such organizations and insti- brackets and insert the part printed in tive approaches to preventing and treating tutions to provide professional education for italic.) elder falls; and physicians and allied health professionals in S. 1217 ø‘‘(3) to require the Secretary to evaluate elder fall prevention. Be it enacted by the Senate and House of Rep- the effect of falls on the costs of medicare ø‘‘SEC. 399AA–3. DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS. resentatives of the United States of America in and medicaid and the potential for reducing ø‘‘Subject to the availability of appropria- Congress assembled, costs by expanding education, prevention, tions, the Secretary, acting through the Di- øSECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. and elderly intervention services covered rector of the Centers for Disease Control and øThis Act may be cited as the ‘‘Elder Fall under these two programs. Prevention and in consultation with the Di- Prevention Act of 2003’’. ø‘‘SEC. 399AA–1. PUBLIC EDUCATION. rector of the Agency for Healthcare Research øSEC. 2. FINDINGS. ø‘‘Subject to the availability of appropria- and Quality, shall carry out the following: øThe Congress finds as follows: tions, the Administration on Aging within ø‘‘(1) Oversee and support demonstration ø(1) Falls are the leading cause of injury the Department of Health and Human Serv- and research projects to be carried out by deaths among individuals who are over 65 ices shall— the National Safety Council and other quali- years of age. ø‘‘(1) oversee and support a three-year na- fied organizations in the following areas: ø(2) By 2030, the population of individuals tional education campaign to be carried out ø‘‘(A) A multi-State demonstration project who are 65 years of age or older will double. by the National Safety Council to be di- assessing the utility of targeted fall risk By 2050, the population of individuals who rected principally to elders, their families, screening and referral programs. are 85 years of age or older will quadruple. and health care providers and focusing on ø‘‘(B) Programs designed for community- ø(3) In 2000, falls among elderly individuals ways of reducing the risk of elder falls and dwelling elderly individuals that shall utilize accounted for 10,200 deaths and 1,600,000 preventing repeat falls; and multi-component fall intervention ap- emergency department visits. ø‘‘(2) provide grants to qualified organiza- proaches, including physical activity, medi- ø(4) Sixty percent of fall-related deaths tions and institutions for the purpose of or- cation assessment and reduction when pos- occur among individuals who are 75 years of ganizing State-level coalitions of appro- sible, vision enhancement, and home modi- age or older. priate State and local agencies, safety, fication strategies.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00068 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.077 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11509 ø‘‘(C) Programs targeting newly-discharged (2) In 2000, falls among older adults accounted spect to the prevention of falls among older fall victims who are at a high risk for second for 10,200 deaths and 1,600,000 emergency de- adults; falls, which shall include modification partment visits. ‘‘(C) conduct research to develop, implement, projects available to various living settings (3) Hospital admissions for hip fractures and evaluate the most effective approaches to (in accordance with accepted building codes among the elderly have increased from 231,000 reducing falls among high-risk older adults liv- and standards) and which are designed to admissions in 1988 to 332,000 in 1999. ing in long-term care facilities; and maximize independence and quality of life (4) Annually, more than 64,000 individuals ‘‘(D) evaluate the effectiveness of community for elders, particularly those elders with who are over 65 years of age sustain a traumatic programs to prevent assisted living and nursing functional limitations. brain injury as a result of a fall. home falls among older adults. ø‘‘(D) Private sector and public-private (5) The total cost of all fall injuries for people ‘‘(2) EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT.—The Secretary, partnerships to develop technology to pre- age 65 and older was calculated in 1994 to be either directly or through awarding grants, con- vent falls and prevent or reduce injuries if $27,300,000,000 (in 2004 dollars). tracts, or cooperative agreements to qualified or- falls occur. (6) A national approach to reducing falls ganizations, institutions, or consortia of quali- ø‘‘(2)(A) Provide grants to qualified organi- among older adults, which focuses on the daily fied organizations and institutions, shall pro- zations and institutions to design, imple- life of senior citizens in residential, institu- vide professional education for physicians and ment, and evaluate fall prevention programs tional, and community settings, is needed. allied health professionals in fall prevention. using proven intervention strategies in resi- SEC. 3. AMENDMENTS TO THE PUBLIC HEALTH ‘‘(d) DEMONSTRATION PROJECTS.—The Sec- dential and institutional settings. SERVICE ACT. retary shall carry out the following: ø‘‘(B) Provide one or more grants to one or Part J of title III of the Public Health Service ‘‘(1) Oversee and support demonstration and more qualified applicants in order to carry Act (42 U.S.C. 280b et seq.) is amended— research projects to be carried out by qualified out a multi-State demonstration project to (1) by redesignating section 393B (as added by organizations, institutions, or consortia of implement and evaluate fall prevention pro- section 1401 of Public Law 106–386) as section qualified organizations and institutions, in the grams using proven intervention strategies 393C and transferring such section so that it ap- following areas: designed for multi-family residential set- pears after section 393B (as added by section ‘‘(A) A multistate demonstration project as- tings with high concentrations of elders, in- 1301 of Public Law 106–310); and sessing the utility of targeted fall risk screening cluding identifying high risk populations, (2) by inserting after section 393C (as redesig- and referral programs. evaluating residential facilities, conducting nated by paragraph (1)) the following: ‘‘(B) Programs designed for community-dwell- screening to identify high risk individuals, ‘‘SEC. 393D. PREVENTION OF FALLS AMONG ing older adults that utilize multicomponent fall providing pre-fall counseling, coordinating OLDER ADULTS. intervention approaches, including physical ac- services with health care and social service ‘‘(a) PURPOSES.—The purposes of this section tivity, medication assessment and reduction providers and coordinating post-fall treat- are— when possible, vision enhancement, and home ment and rehabilitation. ‘‘(1) to develop effective public education modification strategies. ø‘‘(C) Provide one or more grants to quali- strategies in a national initiative to reduce falls ‘‘(C) Programs that are targeted to newly dis- fied applicants to conduct evaluations of the among older adults in order to educate older charged fall victims who are at a high risk for effectiveness of the demonstration projects adults, family members, employers, caregivers, second falls and which are designed to maximize in this section. and others; independence and quality of life for older adults, particularly those older adults with ø‘‘SEC. 399AA–4. REVIEW OF REIMBURSEMENT ‘‘(2) to intensify services and conduct research POLICIES. to determine the most effective approaches to functional limitations. ø‘‘(a) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall un- preventing and treating falls among older ‘‘(D) Private sector and public-private part- dertake a review of the effects of falls on the adults; and nerships to develop technology to prevent falls costs of the medicare and medicaid programs ‘‘(3) to require the Secretary to evaluate the among older adults and prevent or reduce inju- and the potential for reducing costs by ex- effect of falls on health care costs, the potential ries if falls occur. panding services covered by these two pro- for reducing falls, and the most effective strate- ‘‘(2)(A) Award grants, contracts, or coopera- grams. This review shall include a review of gies for reducing health care costs associated tive agreements to qualified organizations, insti- the reimbursement policies of the medicare with falls. tutions, or consortia of qualified organizations and medicaid programs in order to determine ‘‘(b) PUBLIC EDUCATION.—The Secretary and institutions, to design, implement, and if additional fall-related education, preven- shall— evaluate fall prevention programs using proven tion, and early prevention services should be ‘‘(1) oversee and support a national education intervention strategies in residential and insti- covered or reimbursement guidelines should campaign to be carried out by a nonprofit orga- tutional settings. be modified. nization with experience in designing and imple- ‘‘(B) Award 1 or more grants, contracts, or cooperative agreements to 1 or more qualified or- ø‘‘(b) REPORT.—Not later than 18 months menting national injury prevention programs, after the date of the enactment of this title, that is directed principally to older adults, their ganizations, institutions, or consortia of quali- the Secretary shall submit to the Congress a families, and health care providers, and that fo- fied organizations and institutions, in order to report describing the findings of the Sec- cuses on reducing falls among older adults and carry out a multistate demonstration project to retary in conducting the review under sub- preventing repeat falls; and implement and evaluate fall prevention pro- section (a). ‘‘(2) award grants, contracts, or cooperative grams using proven intervention strategies de- agreements to qualified organizations, institu- signed for multifamily residential settings with ø‘‘SEC. 399AA–5. AUTHORIZATION OF APPROPRIA- TION. tions, or consortia of qualified organizations high concentrations of older adults, including— ‘‘(i) identifying high-risk populations; ø‘‘In order to carry out this title, there are and institutions, for the purpose of organizing ‘‘(ii) evaluating residential facilities; authorized to be appropriated— State-level coalitions of appropriate State and ‘‘(iii) conducting screening to identify high- ø‘‘(1) to carry out the national public edu- local agencies, safety, health, senior citizen, and risk individuals; cation provisions described in section 399AA– other organizations to design and carry out ‘‘(iv) providing pre-fall counseling; 1(1), $5,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2004 local education campaigns, focusing on reducing falls among older adults and preventing re- ‘‘(v) coordinating services with health care through 2006; and social service providers; and ø‘‘(2) to carry out the State public edu- peat falls. ‘‘(c) RESEARCH.— ‘‘(vi) coordinating post-fall treatment and re- cation campaign provisions of section 399AA– habilitation. 1(2), $8,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2004 ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall— ‘‘(A) conduct and support research to— ‘‘(3) Award 1 or more grants, contracts, or co- through 2006; ‘‘(i) improve the identification of older adults operative agreements to qualified organizations, ø‘‘(3) to carry out research projects de- who have a high risk of falling; institutions, or consortia of qualified organiza- scribed in section 399AA–2, $10,000,000 for ‘‘(ii) improve data collection and analysis to tions and institutions, to conduct evaluations of each of fiscal years 2004 through 2006; the effectiveness of the demonstration projects ø identify fall risk and protective factors; ‘‘(4) to carry out the demonstration ‘‘(iii) design, implement, and evaluate the described in this subsection. projects described in section 399AA–3(1), most effective fall prevention interventions; ‘‘(e) STUDY OF EFFECTS OF FALLS ON HEALTH $7,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2004 through ‘‘(iv) improve strategies that are proven to be CARE COSTS.— 2006; and effective in reducing falls by tailoring these ‘‘(1) IN GENERAL.—The Secretary shall con- ø ‘‘(5) to carry out the demonstration and strategies to specific populations of older adults; duct a review of the effects of falls on health research projects described in section 399AA– ‘‘(v) conduct research in order to maximize the care costs, the potential for reducing falls, and 3(2), $8,000,000 for each of fiscal years 2004 dissemination of proven, effective fall preven- the most effective strategies for reducing health ¿ through 2006.’’. tion interventions; care costs associated with falls. SECTION 1. SHORT TITLE. ‘‘(vi) intensify proven interventions to prevent ‘‘(2) REPORT.—Not later than 36 months after This Act may be cited as the ‘‘Keeping Seniors falls among older adults; the date of enactment of the Keeping Seniors Safe From Falls Act of 2004’’. ‘‘(vii) improve the diagnosis, treatment, and Safe From Falls Act of 2004, the Secretary shall SEC. 2. FINDINGS. rehabilitation of elderly fall victims; and submit to Congress a report describing the find- Congress finds the following: ‘‘(viii) assess the risk of falls occurring in var- ings of the Secretary in conducting the review (1) Falls are the leading cause of injury ious settings; under paragraph (1).’’. deaths among individuals who are over 65 years ‘‘(B) conduct research concerning barriers to Amend the title so as to read: ‘‘A bill to of age. the adoption of proven interventions with re- direct the Secretary of Health and Human

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00069 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.084 S18PT1 S11510 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE November 18, 2004 Services to intensify programs with respect seniors and giving help to those who The preamble was agreed to. to research and related activities concerning practice self-help. This bill creates f falls among older adults.’’. public education campaigns for older NATIONAL DAY OF THE HORSE Ms. MIKULSKI. Mr. President, I am adults, their families, and health care pleased that today the Senate will pass providers about how to prevent falls. It Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I the Keeping Seniors Safe from Falls expands research on falls by older ask unanimous consent that the Judi- Act of 2004 (S. 1217) that Senator ENZI adults to develop better ways to pre- ciary Committee be discharged from and I introduced. Falls are a serious vent falls and to improve the treat- further consideration of S. Res. 452 and public health problem that affects mil- ment and rehabilitation of elder vic- the Senate proceed to its immediate lions of seniors each year. This bill fo- tims. This legislation also requires an consideration. cuses on public education, research, evaluation of the effect of falls on The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without and demonstration projects to help re- health care costs, the potential for re- objection, it is so ordered. The clerk duce falls by older adults. ducing falls, and the potential for re- will report the resolution by title. The facts are staggering. One out of ducing health care costs associated The legislative clerk read as follows: every three Americans over age 65 falls with falls. A resolution (S. Res. 452) designating De- every year. In 2000, over 10,200 seniors Reducing the number of falls will cember 13, 2004, as ‘‘National Day of the died and approximately 1.6 million sen- help seniors live longer, healthier, Horse’’ and encouraging the people of the United States to be mindful of the contribu- iors visited an emergency department more independent lives. I want to ac- as a result of a fall. Falls are the lead- tion of horses to the economy, history, and knowledge the leadership of the Na- character of the United States. ing cause of injury deaths among sen- tional Safety Council on this issue. I iors, accounting for 64,000 traumatic There being no objection, the Senate also thank Senator ENZI for working brain injuries and 340,000 hip fractures proceeded to consider the resolution. with me in such a bipartisan manner to Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I each year. Falls can be financially dis- move this bill forward. The support of astrous for families, and falls place a ask unanimous consent that the reso- Senator GREGG and Senator KENNEDY serious financial strain on our health lution be agreed to, the preamble be was also vital in getting this bill care system. By 2020, falls by older agreed to, the motions to reconsider be through the Senate. I hope that our adults are estimated to cost the health laid upon the table, and that any state- colleagues in the House will take swift care system more than $32 billion. ments relating to this resolution be These facts do not begin to tell the action to pass this important bill this printed in the RECORD. story of what falls can mean for older year. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I adults and their loved ones. Falls don’t objection, it is so ordered. ask unanimous consent the committee discriminate. Kay Graham was the vic- The resolution (S. Res. 452) was amendment be agreed to, the bill, as tim of a fall. Many of us have friends or agreed to. amended, be read a third time and relatives who have fallen. A fall can The preamble was agreed to. passed, the amendment to the title be have a devastating impact on a per- The resolution, with its preamble, agreed to, the motion to reconsider be son’s physical, emotional, and mental reads as follows: health. If an older woman loses her laid upon the table, and that any state- S. RES. 452 footing on her front porch steps, falls, ments relating to the bill be printed in Whereas the horse is a living link to the and suffers a hip fracture, she would the RECORD. history of the United States; The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without likely spend about two weeks in the Whereas without horses, the economy, his- objection, it is so ordered. tory, and character of the United States hospital, and there is a 50 percent The committee amendment in the would be profoundly different; chance that she would not return home nature of a substitute was agreed to. Whereas horses continue to permeate the or live independently as a result of her The bill (S. 1217), as amended, was society of the United States, as witnessed on injuries. read the third time and passed. movie screens, on open land, and in our own Two years ago, I chaired a hearing of The title was amended so as to read: backyards; the Subcommittee on Aging on the Whereas horses are a vital part of the col- A bill to direct the Secretary of Health and lective experience of the United States and problem of falls among older adults. Human Services to intensify programs with The subcommittee heard testimony deserve protection and compassion; respect to research and related activities Whereas because of increasing pressure from Lillie Marie Struchen, a 91-year- concerning falls among older adults. old woman who had recently fallen in from modern society, wild and domestic f horses rely on humans for adequate food, her bathroom when she slipped on the HONORING THE 10 COMMUNITIES water, and shelter; and tile. Lillie Marie could not reach the Whereas the Congressional Horse Caucus panic button in her apartment, and it RECEIVING THE 2004 ALL-AMER- estimates that the horse industry contrib- took her some time before she could ICAN CITY AWARD utes much more than $100,000,000,000 each get to her feet and call for help. Lillie Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I year to the economy of the United States: Marie was lucky. She recovered from ask unanimous consent that the Sen- Now, therefore, be it her fall and returned to her normal ate proceed to the immediate consider- Resolved, That the Senate— routines. She shared with the sub- ation of H. Con. Res 464. (1) designates December 13, 2004, as ‘‘Na- tional Day of the Horse’’, in recognition of committee some steps that she and her The PRESIDING OFFICER. The the importance of horses to the security, family have taken to prevent future clerk will state the concurrent resolu- economy, recreation, and heritage of the falls, knowing that she may not be so tion by title. United States; lucky next time. The legislative clerk read as follows: (2) encourages all people of the United These falls, like the ones that Lillie A concurrent resolution (H. Con. Res. 464) States to be mindful of the contribution of Marie and thousands of others suffer honoring the 10 communities selected to re- horses to the economy, history, and char- from each year, can be prevented. With ceive the 2004 All-American City Award. acter of the United States; and some help, there are simple ways that There being no objection, the Senate (3) requests that the President issue a seniors can improve the safety of their proceeded to consider the concurrent proclamation calling on the people of the homes and make a fall far less likely. United States and interested organizations resolution. to observe the day with appropriate pro- Home modifications like hand rails in Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I grams and activities. the bathroom, rubber mats on slippery ask unanimous consent that the reso- tile floors, and cordless telephones that lution be agreed to, the preamble be f seniors can keep nearby can make a big agreed to, the motion to reconsider be HONORING THE LIFE AND LEGACY difference. Well-trained pharmacists laid upon the table, and that any state- OF ALEXANDER HAMILTON can review medications to make sure ments relating to the resolution be that two drugs do not interact to cause printed in the RECORD. dizziness and throw a senior off bal- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without NATIONAL CHILDREN’S MEMORIAL ance. objection, it is so ordered. DAY That’s what this legislation is The concurrent resolution (H. Con. Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I about—getting behind our Nation’s Res. 464) was agreed to. ask unanimous consent that it be in

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00070 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.084 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11511 order for the Judiciary Committee to single most influential interpretation of to be one of the greatest tragedies that a be discharged from further consider- American constitutional law ever written; prevent or family will ever endure during a ation en bloc of the following and the Whereas Alexander Hamilton was the most lifetime; Senate proceed en bloc to their imme- important individual force in achieving the Whereas a supportive environment, empa- ratification of the Constitution in New York diate consideration: S. Con. Res. 123 thy, and understanding are considered crit- against the strong opposition of many of the ical factors in the healing process of a family and S. Res. 436. delegates to the ratifying convention; that is coping with and recovering from the The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without Whereas Alexander Hamilton was the lead- loss of a loved one; and objection, it is so ordered. ing voice of the founding generation in sup- Whereas April is National Child Abuse Pre- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I port of the controversial doctrine of judicial vention month: Now, therefore, be it ask unanimous consent that the con- review, which is the backbone for the role of Resolved, current resolution and resolution be the Supreme Court in the constitutional sys- SECTION 1. DESIGNATION OF NATIONAL CHIL- agreed to, en bloc, the preambles be tem of the United States; DREN’S MEMORIAL DAY. agreed to, en bloc, and that any state- Whereas on September 11, 1789, Alexander The Senate— ments relating to the measures be Hamilton was appointed by President George (1) designates the second Sunday in the Washington to be the first Secretary of the month of December 2004 as ‘‘National Chil- printed in the RECORD, and the consid- Treasury; eration of these items appear sepa- dren’s Memorial Day’’; and Whereas as Secretary of the Treasury Al- (2) requests that the President issue a rately, with no intervening action or exander Hamilton salvaged the public credit, proclamation calling upon the people of the debate. created the first Bank of the United States, United States to observe ‘‘National Chil- The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without and outlined the basic economic vision of a dren’s Memorial Day’’ with appropriate cere- objection, it is so ordered. mixed agricultural and manufacturing soci- monies and activities in remembrance of the The concurrent resolution (S. Con. ety supported by a strong financial system many infants, children, teenagers, and young Res. 123) was agreed to. that would underlie the great economic ex- adults of families in the United States who The preamble was agreed to. pansion of the United States for the next 2 have died. centuries; The resolution (S. Res. 436) was f agreed to. Whereas Alexander Hamilton was the lead- The preamble was agreed to. ing proponent among the Founding Fathers FIRST ANNIVERSARY OF THE The resolutions, with their pre- of encouraging a strong manufacturing base ROSE REVOLUTION for the United States in order to create good ambles, read as follows: paying middle-class jobs and encourage a so- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I S. CON. RES. 123 ciety built on merit rather than class or skin ask unanimous consent that the Sen- Whereas Alexander Hamilton dedicated his color; ate proceed to the immediate consider- life to serving his adopted country as a Revo- Whereas in pursuit of this vision Alexander ation of S. Res. 472, which was sub- lutionary soldier, aide-de-camp to General Hamilton founded The Society for Estab- mitted earlier today by Senator George Washington, Representative to the lishing Useful Manufactures which in turn MCCAIN. Continental Congress, member of the New founded the town of Paterson, New Jersey, York State Assembly, first Secretary of the one of the first industrial centers of the The PRESIDING OFFICER. The Treasury of the United States, and Inspector United States; clerk will report the resolution by General of the Army; Whereas Alexander Hamilton proposed and title. Whereas Alexander Hamilton was a poor oversaw the creation of the Coast Guard for The legislative clerk read as follows: teenage immigrant to New York from the law enforcement in territorial waters of the A resolution (S. Res. 472) to honor the peo- West Indian Islands of Nevis and St. Croix; United States; ple of Georgia on the first anniversary of the Whereas in the early days of the Revolu- Whereas in 1798, President John Adams Rose Revolution. tionary War Alexander Hamilton was com- called upon Alexander Hamilton to raise an missioned as a captain and raised and army in preparation for a possible war with There being no objection, the Senate trained his own New York artillery regiment France and, as Inspector General of the proceeded to consider the resolution. and served valiantly in the battles of Long Army, he trained a powerful force of well- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I Island and Manhattan; equipped soldiers who were able to help deter ask unanimous consent that the reso- Whereas Alexander Hamilton quickly cap- war at this vulnerable stage in the founding lution be agreed to, the preamble be tured the attention of General George Wash- of the United States; agreed to, the motion to reconsider be ington who made him his aide-de-camp and Whereas throughout the founding era Alex- laid upon the table, and that any state- confidant throughout the most difficult days ander Hamilton was the leading advocate of ments relating to the resolution be of the Revolutionary War; a strong national union led by an efficient Whereas in 1781, Lieutenant Colonel Alex- Federal Government with significant protec- printed in the RECORD. ander Hamilton of the Continental Army led tions for individual liberties; The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without a bold attack of New York troops during the Whereas on July 11, 1804, Alexander Ham- objection, it is so ordered. siege of Yorktown, the decisive and final bat- ilton was fatally wounded in a duel in The resolution (S. Res. 472) was tle of the Revolutionary War; Weehawken, New Jersey at the hands of Vice agreed to. Whereas in 1782, Alexander Hamilton was President Aaron Burr; and The preamble was agreed to. elected as a member of the Continental Con- Whereas Alexander Hamilton died in Man- The resolution, with its preamble, gress from New York; hattan on July 12, 1804, and was eulogized reads as follows: Whereas as a private citizen Alexander across the country as one of the leading vi- Hamilton served many philanthropic causes sionaries of the founding era: Now, therefore, S. RES. 472 and was a co-founder of the New York Manu- be it Whereas, on November 23, 2004, the people mission Society, the first abolitionist orga- Resolved by the Senate (the House of Rep- of Georgia will celebrate the first anniver- nization in New York and a major influence resentatives concurring), That Congress— sary of the Rose Revolution, the peaceful on the abolition of slavery from the State; (1) honors the great importance of the life and bloodless protests that followed par- Whereas Alexander Hamilton was a strong and legacy of Alexander Hamilton to the liamentary elections deemed to be fraudu- and consistent advocate against slavery and United States of America on the bicenten- lent; believed that Blacks and Whites were equal nial of his death; Whereas following the resignation of Presi- citizens and equal in their mental and phys- (2) recognizes the tremendous significance dent Eduard Shevardnadze, Interim Presi- ical faculties; of the contributions of Alexander Hamilton dent Nino Burdzhanadze worked diligently to Whereas Alexander Hamilton was one of to the United States as a soldier, citizen, and restore order and to prepare Georgia for a the first members of the founding generation statesman; and new Presidential election; to call for a convention to drastically revise (3) urges the people of the United States to Whereas after a free, fair, and democratic the Articles of Confederation; share in this commemoration so as to gain a election was held, Mikheil Saakashvili was Whereas Alexander Hamilton joined James greater appreciation of the critical role that sworn into office on January 25, 2004, as Madison in Annapolis, Maryland in 1786 to Alexander Hamilton had in defense of Amer- President of Georgia; officially request that the States call a con- ica’s freedom and the founding of the United Whereas President Saakashvili visited the stitutional convention; States. United States Congress earlier this year and Whereas Alexander Hamilton was elected S. RES. 436 delivered a strong message of peace, sta- as a delegate to the Constitutional Conven- Whereas approximately 80,000 infants, chil- bility, democracy, political reform, and eco- tion of 1787 from New York, where he played dren, teenagers, and young adults of families nomic opportunity; an influential role and was the only delegate living throughout the United States die each Whereas Georgia is a small but strategi- from New York to sign the Constitution; year from myriad causes; cally situated country located in the Whereas Alexander Hamilton was the pri- Whereas the death of an infant, child, teen- Caucasus, and is of additional interest to the mary author of the Federalist Papers, the ager, or young adult of a family is considered United States because of the oil and gas

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pipelines now being constructed from Baku, S. RES. 473 Whereas efforts by national and local offi- Azerbaijan to the port of Ceyhan, Turkey; Whereas the establishment of a demo- cials of Ukraine and others acting at their Whereas Georgia has also become a key cratic, transparent, and fair election process behest to impose obstacles to free assembly, player in the global war on terrorism by for the 2004 Presidential election in Ukraine free speech, and a free and fair political cam- combating members of al Qaeda and other and of a genuinely democratic political sys- paign have taken place in Donetsk, Sumy, Muslim terrorist organizations, denying tem are prerequisites for that country’s full and elsewhere in Ukraine without condemna- them sanctuary in remote areas such as the integration into the Western community of tion or remedial action by the Government Pankisi Gorge, and working with the United nations as an equal member, including into of Ukraine; States to help train border guards; organizations such as the North Atlantic Whereas numerous substantial irregular- Whereas Georgia has recently increased its Treaty Organization (NATO); ities have taken place in recent Ukrainian commitment of troops in Iraq and its con- Whereas the Government of Ukraine has parliamentary by-elections in the Donetsk tributions to help build peace and democracy accepted numerous specific commitments region and in mayoral elections in in Afghanistan and Kosovo; governing the conduct of elections as a par- Mukacheve, Romny, and Krasniy Luch; Whereas the United States supports Geor- ticipating state of the Organization for Secu- Whereas intimidation, violence, and fraud gia’s efforts to peacefully reestablish govern- rity and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE), in- during the April 18, 2004, mayoral election in ment control, security, and political sta- cluding provisions of the Copenhagen Docu- Mukacheve, Ukraine, represent a deliberate bility in regions such as Abkhazia and South ment; attack on the democratic process; Ossetia; Whereas the election of Ukraine’s next Whereas in the period leading to the first Whereas the United States congratulates President will provide an unambiguous test round of the Presidential election, the gov- the Government of Georgia on the peaceful of the extent of the Ukrainian authorities ernment power structures used state re- resolution of the conflict in Adjara and wel- commitment to implement these standards sources such as schools, state factories, hos- comes the restoration of democracy and po- and build a democratic society based on free pitals, and public transport systems to force litical stability in that region; and elections and the rule of law; students, state workers, and citizens who Whereas the United States supports rep- Whereas the second round of the Presi- rely on state services for their livelihood to resentative democracy, political stability, dential election takes place against the campaign against their will for the govern- economic growth, and peace in Georgia and backdrop of past elections and improprieties ment-backed candidate; throughout the Caucasus region: Now, therein the first round of the election, which did Whereas there was notable partisan en- fore, be it not fully meet international standards; gagement of security services, military, and that the Senate— Whereas it is the duty of government and Resolved, local police in support of the government- (1) congratulates the people of Georgia on public authorities of Ukraine at all levels to backed candidate; the first anniversary of the Rose Revolution, act in a manner consistent with all laws and Whereas there was a failure of national and the peaceful and bloodless protests that fol- regulations governing election procedures, local state-owned and private electronic lowed parliamentary elections deemed to be and to ensure free and fair elections through- media to provide impartial and fair coverage fraudulent, and for their commitment to de- out the entire country, including preventing of, or access to, opposition candidates; mocracy, peace, stability, and economic op- activities aimed at undermining the free ex- Whereas some election commission mem- portunity; ercise of political rights; bers affiliated with opposition candidates (2) commends President Mikheil Whereas a genuinely free and fair election were dismissed from their duties just prior Saakashvili for his vision of, and commit- requires a period of political campaigning to election day; ment to, a peaceful and democratic Georgia, conducted in an environment in which ad- the rule of law, an open market economy, re- ministrative action, violence, intimidation, Whereas there was collaboration with a gional cooperation, and closer integration or detention do not hinder the parties, polit- foreign government to allow a foreign Presi- into western institutions; ical associations, and the candidates from dent to appear in Ukraine and express his (3) supports the sovereignty, independence, presenting their views and qualifications to opinions on one of the candidates just days territorial integrity, and democratic govern- the citizenry, including organizing sup- before election day, in an effort to influence ment of Georgia; and porters, conducting public meetings and the vote, and a military parade, which was (4) supports continued assistance to the events throughout the country, and enjoying held in Kyiv 3 days prior to the election, was people and Government of Georgia to help unimpeded access to television, radio, print, clearly an effort to intimidate voters; and them consolidate the democratic process in and Internet media on a non-discriminatory Whereas in the first round of the Presi- their country. basis; dential election in Ukraine that occurred on Whereas a genuinely free and fair election October 31, 2004, international observers f requires that citizens be guaranteed the noted fraud and other significant problems, URGING THE GOVERNMENT OF right and effective opportunity to exercise including poorly maintained voter lists, UKRAINE TO ENSURE A DEMO- their civil and political rights, including the which resulted in people being denied their CRATIC, TRANSPARENT, AND right to vote and the right to seek and ac- right to vote, as well as many additional quire information upon which to make an in- FAIR ELECTION PROCESS names on voter rolls for which no accounting formed vote, free from intimidation, undue could be made, prevalent interference by un- Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I influence, attempts at vote buying, threats authorized persons into the electoral proc- ask unanimous consent the Senate proof political retribution, or other forms of co- ess, and credible reports of busing of voters ceed to the immediate consideration of ercion by national or local authorities or among oblasts and polling stations for the S. Res. 473, which was submitted ear- others; purpose of multiple voting: Now, therefore, Whereas a genuinely free and fair election be it lier today by Senator MCCAIN. requires government and public authorities The PRESIDING OFFICER. The to ensure that candidates and political par- Resolved, That the Senate— clerk will report the resolution by ties enjoy equal treatment before the law (1) acknowledges and welcomes the strong title. and that government resources are not em- relationship formed between the United The legislative clerk read as follows: ployed to the advantage of individual can- States and Ukraine since the restoration of A resolution (S. Res. 473) urging the Gov- didates or political parties; Ukraine’s independence in 1991; ernment of Ukraine to ensure a democratic, Whereas a genuinely free and fair election (2) recognizes that a precondition for the transparent, and fair election process for the requires the full transparency of laws and full integration of Ukraine into the Western Presidential run-off election on November 21, regulations governing elections, multiparty community of nations, including as an equal 2004. representation on election commissions, and member in institutions such as the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO), is its There being no objection, the Senate unobstructed access by candidates, political parties, and domestic and international ob- establishment of a genuinely democratic po- proceeded to consider the resolution. servers to all election procedures, including litical system; Mr. MCCONNELL. I ask unanimous voting and vote counting in all areas of the (3) expresses its strong and continuing sup- consent the resolution be agreed to, country; port for the efforts of the Ukrainian people the preamble be agreed to, the motion Whereas increasing control and manipula- to establish a full democracy, the rule of to reconsider be laid on the table, and tion of the media by national and local offi- law, and respect for human rights in any statements relating to this matter cials and others acting at their behest raise Ukraine; grave concerns regarding the commitment of (4) urges the Government of Ukraine to be printed in the RECORD. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without the Ukrainian authorities to free and fair guarantee freedom of association and assem- elections; bly, including the right of candidates, mem- objection, it is so ordered. Whereas efforts by the national authorities bers of political parties, and others to freely The resolution (S. Res. 473) was in Ukraine to limit access to international assemble, to organize and conduct public agreed to. broadcasting, including Radio Liberty and events, and to exercise these and other The preamble was agreed to. the Voice of America, represent an unaccept- rights free from intimidation or harassment The resolution, with its preamble, able infringement on the right of the Ukrain- by local or national officials or others acting reads as follows: ian people to independent information; at their behest;

VerDate Aug 04 2004 03:25 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00072 Fmt 4624 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO6.085 S18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — SENATE S11513 (5) urges the Government of Ukraine to tions on those responsible for encouraging or ZENTZ, which nominations were received by meet its Organization for Security and Co- participating in any efforts to improperly in- the Senate and appeared in the Congres- operation in Europe (OSCE) commitments on fluence the outcome of the election, whether sional Record of October 7, 2004. democratic elections and to address issues through direct or indirect involvement; and previously identified by the Office of Demo- (11) pledges its enduring support and as- f cratic Institutions and Human Rights sistance to the people of Ukraine for the es- (ODIHR) of the OSCE in its final reports on tablishment of a fully free and open demo- NOMINATIONS PLACED ON THE the 2002 parliamentary elections and the 1999 cratic system, the creation of a prosperous CALENDAR Presidential elections, such as illegal inter- free market economy, the establishment of a ference by public authorities in the cam- secure independence and freedom from coer- Mr. MCCONNELL. I further ask paign and a high degree of bias in the media; cion, and Ukraine’s assumption of its right- unanimous consent that the following (6) urges the Ukrainian authorities to en- ful place as a full and equal member of the nominations be discharged from their sure— Western community of democracies. respective committees and that they be (A) the full transparency of election proce- f dures before, during, and after the second placed on the calendar. From the For- round of the 2004 Presidential election; ORDER FOR PRINTING MAIDEN eign Relations Committee, three nomi- (B) free access for Ukrainian and inter- SPEECHES nations to the United Nations that are national election observers; at the desk: PN 1847, PN 1846, PN 1975; Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I (C) multiparty representation on all elec- from the HELP Committee, seven tion commissions; ask unanimous consent that all maiden speeches by new Senators from the nominations: PN 1722, PN 1651, PN 1623, (D) unimpeded access by all parties and PN 1624, PN 2046, PN 1654, and PN 1509. candidates to print, radio, television, and 108th Congress be printed as a Senate Internet media on a non-discriminatory document, provided further that Sen- I finally ask unanimous consent the basis; ators have until the close of business Senate resume legislative session. (E) freedom of candidates, members of op- tomorrow, Friday, November 19, to The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without position parties, and independent media or- objection, it is so ordered. ganizations from intimidation or harassment submit such statements. The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without by government officials at all levels, includ- f ing selective tax audits and other regulatory objection, it is so ordered. procedures, and in the case of media, license f LEGISLATIVE SESSION revocations, and libel suits; (F) a transparent process for complaint ORDER FOR PRINTING TRIBUTES The PRESIDING OFFICER. Under and appeals through electoral commissions TO RETIRING SENATORS the previous order, the Senate will re- and within the court system that provides Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I turn to legislative session. timely and effective remedies; ask unanimous consent that there be (G) vigorous prosecution of any individual printed as individual Senate docu- f or organization responsible for violations of election laws or regulations, including the ments, a compilation of materials from application of appropriate administrative or the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD in tribute ORDERS FOR FRIDAY, NOVEMBER criminal penalties; to retiring Senators of the 108th Con- 19, 2004 (H) remedies to all improprieties reported gress. Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, I in the first round of the Presidential election The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ask unanimous consent that when the in Ukraine, including— objection, it is so ordered. (i) the replacement at a polling station of Senate completes its business today, it f any Territorial Election Commission mem- adjourn until 9:30 a.m. tomorrow, Fri- ber found to have engaged in fraud; EXECUTIVE SESSION day, November 19. I further ask unani- (ii) a complete review of voter lists in each mous consent that following the prayer polling station in order to correct inaccura- and pledge, the morning hour be cies; EXECUTIVE CALENDAR deemed expired, and the Journal of pro- (iii) equal time on state media and equal ceedings be approved to date, the time access to private media for the two runoff Mr. MCCONNELL. I ask unanimous candidates; and consent the Senate proceed to execu- for the two leaders be reserved, and the (iv) immediate prosecution of individuals tive session to consider the following Senate then resume consideration of who have violated the election law; nominations: No. 940, No. 941, and all the conference report to accompany (7) further calls upon the Government of nominations on the Secretary’s desk in H.R. 1047, the miscellaneous tariffs bill, Ukraine to guarantee election monitors from the Navy. provided that there be 30 minutes di- the ODIHR, other participating states of the I ask unanimous consent the nomina- vided with Chairman GRASSLEY in con- OSCE, Ukrainian political parties, represent- tions be confirmed en bloc, the motions trol of 10 minutes, Senator BAUCUS in atives of candidates, nongovernmental organizations, and other private institutions and to reconsider be laid on the table, and control of 10 minutes, Senator FEIN- organizations, both foreign and domestic, the President be immediately notified GOLD for up to 8 minutes, and Senator unobstructed access to all aspects of the of the Senate’s action. KOHL for up to 2 minutes; provided fur- election process, including unimpeded access The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without ther that at the conclusion of that to public campaign events, candidates, news objection, it is so ordered. time the Senate proceed to the cloture media, voting, and post-election tabulation The nominations considered and con- vote on the conference report. of results and processing of election chal- firmed en bloc are as follows: The PRESIDING OFFICER. Without lenges and complaints; EN BLOC objection, it is so ordered. (8) urges the President to fully employ the IN THE AIR FORCE diplomatic and other resources of the Gov- ernment of the United States to encourage The following named officers for appoint- f the Government of Ukraine to ensure that ment in the United States Air Force to the the election laws and procedures of Ukraine grade indicated under title 10, U.S.C., section PROGRAM are faithfully adhered to by all local and na- 624: To be major general Mr. MCCONNELL. Mr. President, to- tional officials, by others acting at their be- morrow the Senate will vote on cloture hest, and by all candidates and parties, dur- Brigadier General John H. Folkerts on the miscellaneous tariffs conference ing and subsequent to the Presidential cam- The following named officer for appoint- paign and election-day voting; ment in the United States Air Force to the report. It is our expectation that clo- (9) strongly encourages the President to grade indicated while assigned to a position ture will be invoked by a large margin, clearly communicate to the Government of of importance and responsibility under title and I hope we will complete our work Ukraine, to all parties and candidates in 10, U.S.C., section 601: on this measure in short order. Also, Ukraine, and to the people of Ukraine the To be lieutenant general during tomorrow’s session we are con- high importance attached by the Govern- Lt. Gen. Bruce A. Wright tinuing to await the Omnibus appro- ment of the United States to this Presi- priations conference report from the dential campaign as a central factor in de- NOMINATIONS PLACED ON THE SECRETARY’S termining the future relationship between DESK House of Representatives. Finally, we the two countries; IN THE NAVY will also consider the intelligence re- (10) strongly encourages the President to PN2021 NAVY nominations (457) beginning form legislation if it becomes avail- consider visa bans and other targeted sanc- ARMAND P ABAD, and ending MATTHEW P able.

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ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION—FRIEND half years after his inauguration, growth hurts the United States. The conclusion OR FOE? averaged less than 1 percent (Faux 2). From made, from extensive research in specific there, NAFTA concentrated economic areas, is Mexican illegal immigration is a growth along Mexico’s northern border by detriment to the United States. But, the rea- HON. THOMAS G. TANCREDO opening factories called maquiladoras, which sons why illegal immigration hurts the OF COLORADO processed and assembled goods for the boom- United States still need to be addressed. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ing U.S. consumer market, thereby doubling First, many discussions of immigration Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Mexican employment (Faux 3). But after the fails to take into account the attitude to- U.S. economy slowed down in 2000, employ- wards immigration in the sending countries. Mr. TANCREDO. Mr. Speaker, a friend of ment in maquiladoras decreased (Faux 3). For example, the Mexican media and polit- mine recently sent me an essay that his Since then, hope that NAFTA would enable ical elite portray the United States nega- granddaughter drafted for her college English Mexican prosperity had vanished. Therefore, tively, and therefore dissention between the composition course on the issue of illegal im- Mexican workers who could not support two countries in regards to immigration is migration. I was thoroughly impressed upon themselves in Mexico turned to the United amplified. Second, manipulation of Amer- reading the article, written by a Ms. Karen States for greater opportunities. Currently, ican politics might occur through Mexican Fox is trying to convince U.S. President, immigrants that become influential in Berg—so much so that I have decided to in- George W. Bush, to ‘‘liberalize migration, American government. Third, if the United sert it into the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD so that create guest-worker programs, and provide States continues to allow illegal immigrants other members might be able to review it. I migrants with civil rights and social bene- to take advantage of government provided would encourage them all to do so, Mr. fits’’ in order to encourage Mexican immi- benefits in states like California, there is a Speaker, as it appears to me that this 19-year- gration to the U.S. (Faux 4). possibility the entire country will have simi- old woman has a better grasp of this issue Debate over Mexican illegal immigration lar economic misfortunes in the future. Fi- than many people—including opinion leaders to the United States consists of two opposing nally, since Mexican illegal immigrants have sides. Supporters of illegal immigration be- on the subject—that I have met. monopolized specific areas of employment, lieve it is not fair to prohibit immigrants Americans have difficulty pursuing and ac- ILLEGAL IMMIGRATION—FRIEND OR FOE? from entering the United States, since the quiring those jobs—especially with the pros- America, since its inception, has been U.S. was founded by immigrants. Second, il- pect of guest-worker programs which would viewed as a land of opportunity for those legal immigrants take the low-paying jobs intensify their monopoly. driven to find freedom from tyrannical rule, other Americans are not willing to take. In Mexico, the media and political elite as well as those seeking to expand their They help the American economy because pay close attention to illegal immigration to wealth and influence. Today, little has the amount of skilled and unskilled workers the United States, and have created a one- changed with these motivations but much created by high levels of immigration con- sided, unfavorable portrayal of the United has changed in regard to the population, in- tributes to the nation’s prosperity (Masci 1). States. The United States’ attempts to con- frastructure, and perception regarding the Alan Greenspan, Federal Reserve Chairman, trol their borders are presented as ‘‘racist, management of U.S. borders. This is a new states, ‘‘As we are creating an ever more xenophobic, and anti Mexican’’ (Wall 1). era, where immigration control needs to be complex, sophisticated, accelerating econ- Mexican citizens even blame the U.S. for the orchestrated more effectively than at any omy, the necessity to have the ability to deaths of illegal aliens who die crossing the other time in America’s history due to di- bring in . . . people from abroad to keep it border, and Mexican politicians have called minishing resources, threats of terrorism, functioning in the most effective manner in- the U.S. border a ‘‘slaughterhouse, or mod- and the socio-economic imbalance that can creasingly strikes me as [sound] policy’’ ern Nazi zone’’ (Wall 1). In Mexico, all polit- result from unregulated influx. In regard to (Masci 1). Greenspan reasons that immi- ical parties support immigration to the the later, it is believed that the immense and grant’s work ethic and motivation make United States, amnesty, and government continuing immigration from Mexico is the them the cornerstones of America’s eco- benefits for Mexicans in the United States, single most immediate and most serious nomic prosperity. Finally, illegal immi- regardless of migratory status (Wall 2). Com- challenge to America’s national identity. grants provide cheap labor to employers, mon slogans Mexicans use to justify illegal Therefore, the question arises; what are the thereby lowering the cost of goods and serv- immigration are: ‘‘Mexican illegal aliens are true economic, social, and resultant political ices. not criminals, they only do the work the impacts of immigration, and in particular Opponents of Mexican illegal immigration gringos won’t do,’’ and ‘‘they are obliged to the unique issues and problems posed by con- believe that even though the United States cross the border’’ (Wall 2). Because the Mexi- temporary Hispanic immigration. was founded by immigrants, immigration of can media and political elite portray illegal When Vicente Fox was elected Mexican the past is not the same as it is today. First, immigration to the United States in this President, he ended the Institutional Revolu- Mexican immigrants are not here legally. manner, dissension between the two coun- tionary Party’s, or PRI’s, seventy-one year Second, most Mexicans do not take the dan- tries is amplified. monopoly on executive power, thereby ele- gerous journey across the border to become Throughout history, Mexican-Americans vating hope for economic development (Wall American citizens, but rather to help provide had always been viewed as an embarrass- 3). Fox promised Mexicans an employment for their families in Mexico. Also unlike ment. They were a sign of Mexico’s economic boost, as well as the eventual opening of the former immigrants, Mexican illegal immi- failure, or ‘‘exiles who had thrown in the U.S.-Mexican border. However, if employ- grants are able to remain in contact with towel’’ (Castaneda 2). The last president of ment opportunities increased, then the need their home localities because of the close the PRI, Ernesto Zedillo, declared that, ‘‘we for migration would decrease (Wall 3). In proximity of the two countries (Huntington will not tolerate foreign forces dictating 1994, the United States, Canada, and Mexico 2). Opponents of illegal immigration also be- laws to Mexicans,’’ referring to Mexican im- implemented NAFTA, the North American lieve the United States doesn’t need a mil- migrants in the United States (Wall 3). How- Free Trade Agreement. NAFTA promised lion illegal immigrants each year to ensure a ever, towards the end of the PRI’s reign, hundreds of thousands of new high-wage strong economy. The majority of illegal im- Mexican-Americans became a sign of oppor- jobs, an increase in living standards, immigrants are not well educated entre- tunity—an opportunity for the Mexican gov- proved environmental conditions in the U.S., preneurs, but rather, ‘‘poorly educated peo- ernment to gain influence in the United Canada, and Mexico, and transformation of ple who take low-skilled jobs for little States over migration policy, and therefore Mexico from a poor developing country into money,’’ says Dan Stein, executive director keep the gates open for continued immigra- a booming new market for U.S. exports (The for the Federation for American Immigrant tion (Wall 3). Mexican Economy, Agriculture and Environ- Reform (Masci 1). Illegal immigration oppo- After Vicente Fox was elected, he stressed ment 1). Mexicans were promised that nents also reject the argument that illegal a greater importance associated with Mexi- NAFTA would increase trade and investment immigrants are willing to do the jobs that can immigration to the United States. His inflows which would in return create better most Americans wouldn’t do. In parts of the intentions are not only to govern Mexicans jobs, raise wages, and lift millions out of country where there are small amounts of resident in the United States, but also Amer- poverty (The Mexican Economy, Agriculture immigrants, low wage jobs are filled by na- ican citizens of Mexican ancestry (Wall 3). In and Environment 2). Although NAFTA did tive born residents (Masci 1). essence, Fox intends to manipulate Amer- stimulate trade, economic growth did not After analyzing the history, causes, and ican politics through Mexican immigrants materialize. Fox had promised a 7 percent contrasting sides of illegal immigration, one that become influential in the American per year economic growth, but two and a might wonder if Mexican illegal immigration government. Thereby, naturalized American

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VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.025 E18PT1 E2018 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 citizens’ political power could possibly be di- nomic, social, and political results of illegal resentative for his constituents in the western luted, resulting in more favorable immigra- immigration—in particular, the unique portion of upstate New York. tion and trade regulations for Mexico. issues and problems posed by contemporary As the fifth-ranking Republican on the pow- The state of California is already on its Hispanic immigration—are detrimental to erful House Ways and Means Committee, way to bankruptcy, and the inability to con- the United States. trol illegal immigration is doing more than AMO has been an invaluable member for the WORKS CITED ‘‘some damage’’ to the state’s weakening entire State of New York. After the tragedy Briggs, Vernon and Lawrence Harrison. budget (Coleman 1). More than half of the and destruction of September 11, 2001, AMO ‘‘Immigration Policies Affect Unemploy- Mexican undocumented workers do not have was instrumental in enacting the Liberty Zone taxes withheld from their wages, and are ment.’’ Pittsburgh Tribune—Review. 28 Mar 2004. 3 May 2004. http:// Act, which provided $5 billion in tax breaks able to take advantage of expensive tax- and incentives to help New Yorkers rebuild payer-supported government benefits (Izumi www.pittsburghlive.com/x/tribune-review/ 1). The result of this has escalated economic opinion/columnists/guests/sl186510.html. lower Manhattan. troubles in California creating a ‘‘welfare Castaneda, Jorge. ‘‘Both Nations Need to He has also been a leader in furthering U.S. and healthcare state’’ benefiting non-Califor- Vault Immigration Hurdles.’’ Los Angeles diplomacy around the world. He is a member nians (Coleman 1). According to the Auditor Times. 7 Apr 2004. 1 May 2004. http:// of the International Relations Committee General, Mexican illegal immigration costs www.newsday.com/news/opinion/ where he is Vice Chairman of its Sub- nyvpcas073743956apr07,0,5700657,print.stor California taxpayers $3 billion annually committee on Africa. He was appointed Co- (Izumi 2). This cost estimate includes bene- ?coll=nyviewpoints-headlines. Coleman, Noelle C. ‘‘Illegal Abomination.’’ Chairman of the Canada—U.S. Inter- fits like education, health-care, social serv- parliamentary Group, serves as Chairman of ices, and criminal justice. American Daily. 16 Aug 2003. 28 Apr 2004. If the United States allows this situation http://www.americandaily.com/item/1997. the U.S. delegation to the Asia Pacific Par- to propagate to other states, the entire coun- Eccleston, Roy. ‘‘Bush visa ‘ploy’ to win liamentary Forum, and was appointed by try will likely have similar economic misfor- Latino voters.’’ The Australian. 9 Jan 2004. 1 President George W. Bush to serve as the tunes as California. Evidence of this is al- Mar 2004. http://0–web.lexis- Congressional Delegate to the 58th General ready beginning to show. Harvard Professor nexis.com.library.lib.asu.edu/universe/ Assembly of the United Nations. Additionally, printdoc. George Borjas claims illegal immigration he sponsored the Clean Diamond Trade Act, costs American taxpayers $133 billion annu- Faux, Jeff. ‘‘How NAFTA failed Mexico.’’ ally just in wage depression and job loss The American Prospect. 1 July 2003. 27 Apr which was signed into law last year. The bill (Wooldridge 1). 2004. http://www.prospect.org/print/V14/7/faux- requires that the President ban the import of Mexican illegal immigrants have monopo- j.html. rough diamonds coming from any country that lized jobs that don’t require skilled labor— Huntington, Samuel P. ‘‘The Hispanic has not made an effort to control their trade in through acceptance of low wages and ethnic Challenge.’’ Foreign Policy. Mar/Apr 2004. 3 diamonds in accordance with the internation- camaraderie—preventing unemployed Ameri- May 2004. http://foreignpolicy.com/story/ ally negotiated ‘‘Kimberley Process.’’ cms.php?storylid=2495. cans from pursuing and acquiring those jobs. I would also like to recognize that AMO’s ‘‘Illegal Immigration.’’ Center for Immi- Even though U.S. employers hire illegal im- service to our country goes all the way back migrants for reduced wages, the average gration Studies. 2 May 2004. http:// American wage still exceeds the average www.cis.org/topics/illegalimmigration.html. to his youth. At just 18 years old, he volun- Mexican wage by a factor of ten—thereby Izumi, Lance, and Alan Nelson. ‘‘How Cali- teered for service in the U.S. Marine Corps. creating an incentive for Mexicans to find fornia Can Lead the Way Against Immigra- He was trained and deployed as part of a Ma- jobs in the U.S. (‘‘Wages and Poverty’’ 1). tion.’’ 20 Oct 1992. 27 Apr 2004. http:// rine Security Detachment on the cruiser USS Also, communities of legal immigrants cre- adnetsolfp2.adnetsol.com/ssllclaremont/gsp/ Macon in the Atlantic theater. HOUGHTON was ate immigration networks for illegal immi- gsp18.html. honorably discharged from the Marine Corps grants so they can conveniently enter the Krikorian, Mark. ‘‘More Guest Workers? as a Private First Class in 1945. Not What We Should Pick.’’ The Washington United States, and find jobs and housing eas- Mr. Speaker, I think the record is clear that ily (‘‘Illegal Immigration’’ 1). These com- Post. 25 Feb 2001. 3 May 2004. http:// bined factors result in a situation where job www.cis.org/articles/2001msk02–25–01.html. AMO HOUGHTON has been a devoted patriot competition prevents Americans from ob- Masci, David. ‘‘Debate Over Immigration.’’ whose service will be missed by his constitu- taining jobs that don’t require skilled labor. The CQ Researcher Online. 14 July 2000. 1 ents as well as all of us who had the pleasure However, this monopoly could be intensi- Mar 2004. http://0–li- of working with him. We wish you all of the fied if the Bush administration follows brary.cgpress.com.library.asu.edu:80/ best in the future. through with the implementation of guest- cqresearcher. f worker programs. Under these programs, il- ‘‘The Mexican Economy, Agriculture and legal immigrants would be granted a three- Environment.’’ The Ten Year Track Record IN HONOR OF MR. PETE year renewable permit allowing them legal of the North American Free Trade Agree- MANETTO’S SERVICE TO OUR rights to work in the United States ment. 8 Apr 2004. http://www.citizen.org/docu- NATION DURING D-DAY 1945 (Eccleston 2). Guest-worker programs were ments/NAFTA–10–mexico.pdf. proposed in response to Vicente Fox’s re- Wall, Allan. ‘‘Undue Influence—the Gov- quest for legalizing Mexican immigrants in ernment of Mexico and U.S. Immigration HON. JACK KINGSTON the United States, and the assumed shortage Policies.’’ The Social Contract. Winter 2002. OF GEORGIA of unskilled workers—especially in agri- 23 Apr 2004. http:// IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES culture (Briggs 2). However, Mark Krikorian www.thesocialcontract.com/cgi-bin/ of The Washington Post, believes guest- showarticle.pl?articlelD=1122&terms=. Wednesday, November 17, 2004 worker programs cause severe social and Wooldridge, Frosty. ‘‘Illegal Immigration Mr. KINGSTON. Mr. Speaker, Pete Manetto economic problems for the U.S., as well as Costs to American Citizens.’’ MichNews.com. served in 1st Signal Company, 1st Infantry Di- 5 Dec 2003. 3 May 2004. http:// pose a threat to America’s agricultural com- vision, the Big Red One during the D-Day in- petitiveness. ‘‘By artificially inflating the www.michnews.com/artman/publish/article– supply of labor, the government’s inter- 1879.shtml. vasion (Red One). He shares his D-Day ONGRESSIONAL ECORD ference in the labor market keeps wages low, f memories for the C R : resulting in slowed mechanization, and stag- I remember the stormy sea at 0600, as I nating productivity in fruit and vegetable TRIBUTE TO CONGRESSMAN AMO climbed down the rope ladder of the U.S.S. production’’ (1). Two reasons why guest- HOUGHTON Chase. I struggled with my balance nearly worker programs intensify the monopoly il- falling into the water, but managed to land legal immigrants have on low paying-em- in the landing craft. The sight of the armada ployment opportunities are: they increase HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS on that morning was one of the most impres- the amount of illegal immigrants to the OF NEW YORK sive, that I could recall. I turned and caught United States because many of the partici- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the sight of a nervous expression on the face of the coxswain as he pushed away from the pants elect to stay in the U.S., and more ille- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 gal immigrants are encouraged to come in beach. Shortly after this the craft was hit the hope that amnesty programs will be en- Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of with enemy fire. acted again in the future (Briggs 2). the gentleman from New York, my colleague There we were on the beach with no one in Throughout time, legal and illegal immi- control of us. We were met with the sight of in the New York delegation, AMO HOUGHTON. grants have crossed America’s border in rows of dead GIs; among them was a member search of opportunity. Recently, however, After eighteen years of distinguished service, of the MP, who I remember being very jovial Mexican illegal immigrants are migrating to AMO is leaving the Congress. AMO was widely the night before. There were many who were the United States in increasingly larger known as one of the most thoughtful and high- wounded, and the scene of the beach caused numbers in order to take advantage of the ly regarded members in the House from both fear to appear on the faces of many of my ac- opportunities America has to offer. The eco- sides of the aisle. He was also a tireless rep- quaintances. I cannot remember being fired

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Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause spotted us and approached our position. We Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, we rise today to recognize Dr. Dan Colgan, Saint Joseph were lying in front of our fox trench hole, in honor and remembrance of Cardinal James School District Superintendent of Schools. while SGT Tate was providing us with news, A. Hickey, a humble leader, friend and guide Last Friday, October 8, 2004, Dr. Colgan re- encouragement, and instructions. Sergeant to many, whose spiritual journey focused on ceived the Russell C. Hill Award at the 2004 Tate was not able to finish, because a tre- civil rights and the struggle of the oppressed Learning for Life Conference in Florida. The mendous, noisy, whirlwind came upon us. Russell C. Hill Award is the highest recogni- and poor. His significant contribution served to When I was able to recover, I noticed SGT tion for individuals and organizations making uplift the lives of countless individuals and Tate on the ground in agony, after receiving outstanding contributions to character edu- families, here in Cleveland, and far beyond. a wound just below the shoulder. We called cation at the local, State, or national level. The for medics and in minutes SGT Tate was Throughout his entire vocation, Cardinal award itself is named after Russell Clinton Hill, taken away. This was the last time I saw Hickey was a tireless advocate on behalf of a Texas businessman who dedicated himself SGT Tate during the war. those held back by racism and poverty. In to the cause of character education. Shortly after this I was ordered to run my 1974, he was named Bishop of the Cleveland Learning for Life supports schools and other assault wire to the Juno or English beach to Catholic Dioceses. During his six-year tenure youth-oriented organizations that strive to pre- link up with the infantry. Along my way I here, Cardinal Hickey worked with community pare young people to take on the complex encountered more realities of the battle, I leaders and organizations on vital issues such issues that face our society and nation today. saw a wounded pathfinder officer who was as the peaceful integration of the public Learning for Life is such a successful pro- comatose, and being cared for by two GIs. I schools, and he also worked to stop banks gram, because it encourages self-confidence, continued to move down the beach. About a from red-lining urban neighborhoods. He motivation, self-worth, and other positive per- mile from the pathfinder officer, I came sonal values. A big part of the program’s suc- across two medics who were drained men- strongly encouraged leaders of neighborhood cess in the Saint Joseph area is due to the tally. They requested any information that I parishes to become involved with the issues could offer them to help. The next time I saw affecting their congregations. Cardinal Hickey participation of Dr. Colgan and his colleagues these men was on my return trip after com- led by example, and led with a consistently on the Pony Express Council of the Boy pleting my assignment. They were victims of kind and humble nature. When he was named Scouts of America, a dedicated group of citi- an apparent mortar attack, which I surely Archbishop of Washington, DC in 1980, he zens committed to the principles of character would have been part of if I had stayed much again worked to establish strong bonds with development. longer than I had. When I returned, I learned local community leaders to address the needs Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in that headquarters was up a hill. As I climbed of the growing population of citizens struggling commending Dr. Dan Colgan, recipient of the the hill, the first line of walking wounded with poverty and AIDS. He led the charge to Russell C. Hill Award. Dr. Colgan truly exem- was descending the hill. I saw wounds of all plifies the qualities of dedication and service to create and implement social programs to ad- sorts, from wounded arms and legs, to those northwest Missouri, and I am honored to call dress the needs of the poor, with a special who suffered serious eye injuries. As I ap- him one of my constituents. proached the command post two more sights focus on children, the elderly and refugee indi- f served as educating reminders: two GIs were viduals and families. While in Washington, laid on the ground facing skyward. One of Cardinal Hickey worked closely with Ameri- A PROCLAMATION IN MEMORY OF them was missing the middle of his torso, cans of Hispanic heritage, and advocated on NICHOLAS L. SKORICH the other was beheaded. behalf of their collective and individual strug- Once I completed the setup of the commu- gles here in America, and in El Salvador as HON. ROBERT W. NEY nication line, I was given the first accumula- well. His twenty-year tenure in Washington, OF OHIO tion of information that was obtained from DC, where he was named Cardinal in 1988, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES captured prisoners. After giving this infor- reflected a man who became a powerful rep- mation to the general officer, I was chastised resentative of the poor and homeless. Wednesday, November 17, 2004 for my lack of protocol for saluting a supe- Throughout the metropolitan area of Wash- Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, Whereas, I hereby rior, which was a great hazard, because of ington, Cardinal Hickey directed the efforts offer my heartfelt condolences to the family possible snipers, and observing enemy intel- that established sixteen parish missions, hous- and friends of Nicholas L. Skorich; and ligence. All that day and night I felt as ing for dependent elderly, housing for inde- Whereas, Nicholas L. Skorich was a hero to though I was in a dwarfed position, as we pendent elderly, and countless educational, his wife of 56 years, Teresa, and their three continued to troubleshoot problems with the legal and medical services for the homeless, children and three grandchildren; and telecommunication lines. COL Picket’s com- individuals suffering from AIDS, refugees, and Whereas, Nicholas L. Skorich was a signifi- mand post was to my left. Colonel Picket the poor. cant part of the National Football League for was sitting on the ground gathering and re- fifty years, served in World War II for three laying information on the failed landing of Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me years, and was head football coach of Central amphibious vehicles to the high seas. As we in honor and remembrance of Cardinal James Catholic High School in Pittsburgh, Pennsyl- sat on the ground working on the gathered A. Hickey, whose compassion, guidance and vania, and was inducted into six Halls of information, we heard the sound of oncoming good works uplifted the lives of countless indi- Fame; and planes. The famous duo of German planes viduals—in Michigan where he was first or- Whereas, Nicholas L. Skorich will certainly came over the horizon, and began to strafe dained, here in Cleveland, in Washington, DC, be remembered by all those who knew him our position. I hugged the ground as bullets and in Latin America. His leadership and ad- because of his loving nature towards his fam- hit the ground near me, but thankfully far vice were consistently sought by national and ily, friends, and community; and enough away. Besides the ammunition from world leaders, yet he felt most at home when Whereas, the kindness and compassion he the German aircraft, we were in danger of working with the people of the neighborhood showed towards others will stand as a re- being hit from our own anti-aircraft ammu- parishes and missions. Graceful, humble, minder to a truly remarkable person. His life nition, because we were aiming at the low committed and articulate, the words and and love gave joy to all who knew him. flying planes. deeds of Cardinal James A. Hickey will live on Therefore, while I understand how words This was my true baptism of fire. I was a forever in the hearts of the countless families cannot express our grief at this most trying of real GI by June 7th 1944. In retrospect, these and individuals whom he so greatly served— times, I offer this token of profound sympathy 24 hours were to make me a mature GI! June reflecting his light of hope and justice, today, to the family and friends of Nicholas L. 6th 1944, what a memory. and for generations to come. Skorich.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.036 E18PT1 E2020 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 RECOGNITION OF SECOND his family have reached out to families in Master of Arts in Hebrew Letters as well as LIEUTENANT RYAN LEDUC need, helping them cope with the pain of loss. rabbinical ordination in 1974. After reaching With a combination of compassion and profes- this milestone, Rabbi Bennett moved to Roch- HON. JOHN SHIMKUS sionalism, Bill has long been known for mak- ester, Minnesota, where he began a residency OF ILLINOIS ing a most difficult period, a bit easier. program in Clinical Pastoral Education, a cer- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Beyond his professional career, Bill is also tification that would allow him to become a an active and involved member of our commu- hospital chaplain. As a result, he served in the Wednesday, November 17, 2004 nity. Well known for his work with a number of Rochester area for over three years, first as a Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to local service organizations, Bill has always resident, and then as the Jewish chaplain for recognize the life of 2LT Ryan Leduc who was demonstrated a unique combination of civic the two hospitals affiliated with the Mayo Clinic recently killed in Rutbah, Iraq. commitment and enthusiastic volunteerism. as well as Rabbi of Congregation B’nai Israel, 2LT Leduc was a 28 year old native of For anyone who has seen his comic routine the multi-denominational synagogue in Roch- Pana, Illinois. He was killed on September pantomiming the late bandleader Louis Prima, ester. 22nd in a non-combat related vehicle accident. which has been lent to numerous fund-raising Following his time of service and education Leduc was assigned to 2nd Battalion, 10th efforts, his enthusiasm and heart-felt good will in Minnesota, Rabbi Bennett entered into a Marine Regiment, 2nd Marine Division, II Ma- is undeniable. The Sacred Heart Academy, St. doctoral program at the Graduate Theological rine Expeditionary Force, Camp Lejeune, NC. Michael’s Church, the Society of St. Maria Union at the University of California, Berkeley 2LT Leduc was a 1994 graduate of Pana Maddalena, the Saint Andrew Apostle Society, in 1977. There, while pursuing a Ph.D. in the- High School, in Pana Illinois. Not enough can Connecticut Hospice, and the Campania Club ology, psychology, sociology, and anthro- be said about the great sacrifice this man are just a few of the organizations which have pology, he taught various Jewish studies made for his country, he made the ultimate benefitted from Bill’s good work. It has been courses at Emeritus College at the College of sacrifice. He is survived by his fiance, Megan through these efforts that he has made such Marin, as well as other Bay Area universities. McCabe; his mother, Nola Hector of Pana: a difference in the lives of others. In the years that followed, Rabbi Bennett and his father, David Leduc of Pana. My There is one family that I know has been continued and expanded his involvement in thoughts and prayers go out to his families touched by Bill’s generosity and spirit: my fam- the Bay Area Jewish community. In addition to and loved ones. ily. The Iovannes and DeLauros have a long being elected rabbi at San Francisco’s Con- 2LT Leduc gave his life in an effort to im- history. For my mother, father, and me, the gregation Sha’ar Zahav in 1979, he was later prove the lives of others. This sacrifice should Iovannes have been trusted friends, steadfast appointed Assistant Director of the Northern never be forgotten. Leduc, along with so many supporters, and always a part of our extended Pacific Regional Office of the American Jewish other brave men and women, put their lives on family—the type of people who are always Congress, a capacity in which he served until the line day in and day out. My sincere thanks there with a kind word or a helping hand. I 1989, at which point he became the Congress’ goes out to them all. God bless them, and cannot thank Bill enough for the special friend- Regional Executive Director. He later served may God continue to bless America. ship we have shared over the years. also as the Executive Director of the Jewish f Throughout his life, Bill has embodied the Community Relations Council of the Jewish very spirit in which this prestigious award is Federation of the Greater East Bay in Oak- HONORING E. WILLIAM IOVANNE, bestowed. For his innumerable contributions to JR., 2004 RECIPIENT OF THE land, until becoming the Rabbi at Temple our community and in recognition of his out- Israel in 1996. CHARLES CARROLL OF CAR- standing generosity to others, I am proud to Since that time, Rabbi Bennett’s work has ROLTON AWARD stand today to join his children: William and been outstanding not only within the Temple his wife Angeline; Richard and his wife Susan; at which he currently serves, but has also HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO and Beth Ann and her husband Joseph, been a remarkable force for peace and social OF CONNECTICUT grandchildren: Christina and Alec, family, justice within the community as a whole. In IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES friends, and the New Haven community in ex- addition to serving the Jewish community, he tending my sincere congratulations to my dear Wednesday, November 17, 2004 has been involved in an astounding number of friend, E. William Iovanne, Jr. as he is hon- civic and interfaith initiatives and activities on Ms. DeLAURO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great ored with the Charles Carroll of Carrolton the local, regional, and national levels. Among pleasure that I rise today to join family and Award. His is a legacy that will continue to these activities are his service on the San friends in paying tribute to one of our commu- touch the lives of others for generations to Francisco Human Rights Commission, the nity’s most outstanding citizens and my dear come. friend, E. William Iovanne, Jr. In recognition of Mayor’s Committee for a Living Holocaust Me- f his invaluable contributions to our community, morial, the Conference of Black and Jewish Bill is to be honored with the coveted Charles HONORING RABBI ALLEN B. Clergy, the San Francisco Interfaith Coalition Carroll of Carrolton Award—the highest honor BENNETT on AIDS, and the Coalition for Civil Rights. given to a Catholic layman by the Fourth De- Furthermore, was the Jewish representative gree, Knights of Columbus. Through his gen- HON. BARBARA LEE taking testimony at the U.N. sponsored Oak- land Hearings on Racism as a Violation of erosity and compassion, Bill has touched the OF CALIFORNIA Human Rights, and has also served on the lives of thousands and I cannot think of a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES more deserving individual for such a pres- Board of Most Holy Redeemer AIDS Support tigious honor. Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Group in San Francisco. Rabbi Bennett also Each year, this medal is presented by the Ms. LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise on behalf of currently serves on the Leadership Team and John Barry Assembly, Knights of Columbus, to myself and Congressman STARK to honor the the Race and Community Relations Planning an individual who has made an outstanding extraordinary contributions of Rabbi Allen B. Team of the FAITHS Initiative of the San contribution to the welfare of the church, his or Bennett of Alameda, California for thirty years Francisco Foundation, the Alameda Hospital her parish, and the community at large. of dedicated service to the community. Rabbi Ethics Committee and its Institutional Review Throughout his life, Bill has dedicated both his Bennett, through his tireless efforts as a reli- Board, as Chair of the Alta Bates Summit professional and personal time to enriching gious and community leader in the Bay Area Medical Center Chaplaincy Advisory Board, as the lives of others. As a member of the New for over three decades, worked not only to im- Vice President of the Board of Rabbis of Haven business community he has earned our prove and enrich the lives of those within his Northern California, as Treasurer of the East respect and as a member of the Wooster congregation, but has also served in that ca- Bay Council of Rabbis, and the Union for Re- Square community he has gained our affec- pacity to become a champion for peace, jus- form Judaism’s Regional Committee on AIDS. tion. tice, and the well-being of all. On November 13, 2004, Rabbi Bennett will Born in New Haven, Connecticut’s Fair Born in Akron, Ohio, Rabbi Bennett began be honored in Oakland, California for thirty Haven neighborhood, Bill graduated from his post secondary studies at Western Re- years of truly outstanding service to Temple Notre Dame High School and pursued a ca- serve University, where he earned a degree in Israel and the greater Bay Area. This occasion reer in the funeral business established by his psychology in 1968. He then attended the He- is an opportunity for us to recognize him not father. The Iovanne Funeral Home has been a brew Union College-Jewish Institute of Reli- only for his service within the faith community, fixture in Wooster Square since 1928. For gion in Cincinnati, Ohio, where he earned a but also for his outstanding leadership on the more than seventy-five years, Bill Iovanne and Bachelor of Hebrew Letters in 1972 and a issues of civil rights, social equality, human

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Districts salute and congratulate him for his Viktor Orban, who has journeyed to Cleveland f many years of invaluable service. to commemorate the sacrifice, determination A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING f and heart of the Hungarian ‘‘Freedom Fight- ers’’ of 1956. JOSEPH BAUMGARNER RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBU- The 1956 Hungarian Revolution marked the TIONS AND SERVICE OF ADAMS beginning of the end of Soviet oppression in HON. ROBERT W. NEY COUNTY, COLORADO, COMMIS- Central and Eastern Europe. As the Soviet OF OHIO SIONER TED STRICKLAND army blazed a trail of aggression and control, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES millions of Hungarians fled Europe and sought HON. BOB BEAUPREZ refuge in America. More than two hundred Wednesday, November 17, 2004 OF COLORADO thousand Hungarians settled in Cleveland, Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker: IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bringing with them the culture and memories Whereas, Joseph Baumgarner is a resident of their beloved homeland, and the promise of of Midvale in Tuscarawas County; and Wednesday, November 17, 2004 freedom and democracy. Whereas, Joseph Baumgarner has devoted Mr. BEAUPREZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today A leader on the front lines of liberty in Hun- his love to his companion, Tammy, and his to voice my appreciation for the many years of gary, Former Prime Minister Viktor Orban car- three children; and dedicated service that Commissioner Ted ried the blazing torch of freedom, passed to Whereas, Joseph Baumgarner dem- Strickland has provided to the residents of him from the generation before. He was one onstrated a commitment to his country while Adams County, CO. After many years in pub- of the founders of the Federation of Young serving in the Persian Gulf; and lic office, Ted Strickland has time and again Democrats—one of Hungary’s first parties to Whereas, Joseph Baumgarner is active with proven his commitment to making Colorado a oppose communist rule. In a speech delivered his community and is appreciated by all who better place to live, and his presence on the on June 16, 1989, the words of Former Prime know him. Adams County Board of County Commis- Minister Viktor Orban rang loud and clear Therefore, I join with the residents of the en- sioners will truly be missed. along the streets and countryside of Hungary tire 18th Congressional District of Ohio in rec- Commissioner Strickland, born and raised in and far beyond, demanding free elections and ognizing Joseph Baumgarner for his dedica- Austin, Texas, settled in Colorado in 1954 the immediate withdrawal of Soviet troops tion to the United States, his community, fam- after being honorably discharged from the from Hungary. ily, and friends. Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me United States Army. His lengthy and distin- f guished career in public service began with in honor and recognition of the Hungarian two years in the Colorado House of Rep- Freedom Fighters of 1956. Thousands of Hun- RECOGNITION OF THE SOUTH CEN- resentatives and continued with 24 years of garian men and women made the ultimate TRAL MIDDLE SCHOOL FALCON service in the Colorado State Senate, includ- sacrifice so that all could be free. The Hun- BASEBALL TEAM ing 12 years as President of the Senate. He garian Freedom Fighters of 1956 pierced the served as Lieutenant Governor from 1973– darkness of tyranny and sparked the first light HON. JOHN SHIMKUS of liberty throughout Central and Eastern Eu- 1974. OF ILLINOIS rope. The rising light of their quest for freedom Commissioner Strickland was elected to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Adams County Board of County Commis- and their bravery, heart and sacrifice con- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 sioners in 1996 and re-elected in 2000. The tinues to inspire us all, lending us hope for the leadership that he has provided has been in- dawning of a peaceful new day. Mr. SHIMKUS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to strumental in improving relationships and co- f congratulate the South Central Middle School operation with the municipalities within the RECOGNIZING MATTHEW SCOTT A. Falcon Baseball Team of Farina, Illinois. County. Additionally, his work with Adams GALLAMORE FOR ACHIEVING The Falcons had an outstanding season this County Economic Development has contrib- THE RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT year, with a 16–6 record. They placed 1st in uted greatly to the growth and progress of the Conference and Regional tournaments and County. His service as a commissioner is dis- HON. SAM GRAVES took 2nd place at the State Tournament. The members of the Falcons are: Justin tinguished by his business acumen, commit- OF MISSOURI Armstrong, Seth Arnold, Kyle Bischoff, Tanner ment to improve county facilities and seeing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the county recognized as the ‘‘can do county.’’ Bushue, Shane Donoho, Jacob Erwin, Ian Commissioner Strickland has proven himself Wednesday, November 17, 2004 King, Ryan Gesell, Tyler Gillet, Isaac to be a true Colorado statesman. Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause Grapperhaus, Brock Johnson, Luke Kulesza, Again, Mr. Speaker, I want to thank Ted for to recognize Matthew Scott A. Gallamore of Kyle Monical, Travis Potter, Nathan Powless, his distinguished service on behalf of the citi- Pleasant Valley, Missouri, a very special Aaron Robb, Treavor Robbins, and Dylan Sill. zens of Adams County, and wish him all the young man who has exemplified the finest The team is coached under the leadership of best as I’m sure he will remain an active qualities of citizenship and leadership by tak- Stephen Phillips and Derick Vincent. member of the Adams County community. ing an active part in the Boy Scouts of Amer- This exceptional group of seventh and f ica, and by earning the most prestigious eighth graders has shown great sportsman- award of Eagle Scout. Matthew became an ship, teamwork, and stamina throughout their IN HONOR OF THE 1956 HUNGARIAN Eagle Scout on August 5, 2004 and he will be season. They have made their coaches, fans, REVOLUTION AND VIKTOR recognized at an Eagle Scout Court of Honor and parents very proud. ORBAN, FORMER PRIME MIN- in November 2004. Congratulations, Falcons, on a terrific year. ISTER OF THE REPUBLIC OF Matthew has been very active with his troop f HUNGARY by participating in many Scout activities, earning over 40 merit badges, and serving in a va- HONORING PROFESSOR VINCENT HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH riety of leadership positions. At age 9, Mat- SCULLY, 2004 RECIPIENT OF THE NATIONAL MEDAL OF ARTS OF OHIO thew joined the Cub Scouts. He advanced IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from Cubs to Webelos and then crossed over into the Boy Scouts at age 11, achieving the Wednesday, November 17, 2004 HON. ROSA L. DeLAURO rank of Arrow of Light. Now 17, Matthew is de- OF CONNECTICUT Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in scribed by his parents, peers, and community IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES honor and recognition of the Hungarian Free- as exemplifying the qualities of citizenship: he dom Fighters of 1956. These men and women is loyal, helpful, trustworthy, thrifty, friendly, Wednesday, November 17, 2004 of Hungary, armed with the promise of liberty courteous, kind, obedient, cheerful, brave, Ms. DELAURO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great and hope for a better tomorrow, were the first clean, and reverent. pleasure that I rise today to join the National

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.043 E18PT1 E2022 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 Endowment of the Arts in congratulating Pro- they needed a place to live. Maggie continued cational and community outreach activities. fessor Vincent Scully as he receives a 2004 this tradition when she took over the farm, of- The Society’s Board of Directors has made di- National Medal of Arts. One of our Nation’s fering a home to all of her relatives that need- versity a priority and they have extended their foremost architectural historians, Professor ed one. She even helped raise her grand- reach into new communities and organizations Scully has not only developed a renowned niece. The people who lived close to her farm throughout Dutchess County. Exhibits, lec- reputation as a historian, but as an educator knew her as a good neighbor. Her parents tures, conferences, and tours complete the and mentor as well. joined Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Stephens outstanding array of programming that the So- Over the last two decades, the National where Rosalyn worshipped and studied when ciety offers its members and the community at Medal of Arts has been awarded in recognition she was a child. She still maintains a member- large. of the extraordinary accomplishments of those ship at the church today. Organizations like the Dutchess County His- engaged in the creation and production of the On November 30, 1940, Maggie married torical Society play a vital role in preserving arts in the United States. Both as an educator Willie Kidd. They had two children, Rosalyn and protecting our nations history, one com- and author, Professor Scully has deeply influ- and John and continued to work on her par- munity at a time. Mr. Speaker, it gives me enced the world of architecture by highlighting ent’s farm. Maggie and Willie worked the farm great pleasure to recognize the 90th Anniver- its social value. Defining architecture as a until 1961, when she and Willie decreased the sary of the Dutchess County Historical Society ‘‘continuing dialogue between generations that size of their farm and began gardening. Willie and commend its dedicated, professional and creates an environment across time,’’ Pro- passed away in 1962 from complications due caring members for their outstanding efforts. fessor Scully has taught thousands of archi- to diabetes. She lived on the same land until f 1989. Now she lives with Rosalyn in River- tects, planners, art historians, and politicians IN HONOR OF THE RESILIENCE, that architecture is not simply the design of a dale, GA where she continues to make beautiful quilts when her health permits. She is HOPE AND FAITH OF ST. building, but how that design adds to the char- STANISLAUS PARISH acter of a community or environment. blessed to have four grandchildren and three Professor Scully’s illustrious career began great-grandchildren. when he enrolled at Yale University at the age Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH OF OHIO of sixteen. After completing his undergraduate and Maggie’s family in wishing her a happy IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES studies, he accepted a position with the Uni- 100th birthday. versity and, through his unique teaching style, f Wednesday, November 17, 2004 became one of its most popular professors. PAYING TRIBUTE TO THE Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker we rise today His standing room only lectures could boast DUTCHESS COUNTY HISTORICAL in honor of Pastor Michael Surufka, Father five hundred students—filling the largest lec- SOCIETY George Kusy, Father Joachim Studwell, and ture hall on campus. In speaking of his former every member of St. Stanislaus parish com- professor, the New Yorker’s Paul Goldberger HON. MAURICE D. HINCHEY munity, upon the dedication of the restoration said, ‘‘His thinking has always been based on OF NEW YORK of the parish rectory. We also rise in honor of the notion that architecture is not purely aes- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the legacy and memories of Pastor William thetics, and that the real meaning is how it Gulas, whose life, though tragically taken from can be used to make better places.’’ It has Wednesday, November 17, 2004 us two years ago, continues to rise in our been through this vision that Professor Scully Mr. HINCHEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to hearts, memories, and in the Slavic Village has had the greatest influence on the arts— honor the Dutchess County Historical Society neighborhood that he so loved. passing it on to generations of scholars and located in Poughkeepsie New York, which is The restoration of the St. Stanislaus Parish students. part of the 22nd Congressional District that I symbolizes the rebirth of faith and hope that For his invaluable contributions to the arts proudly serve. This year marks the 90th anni- was shattered when Father Gulas’ life was and in recognition of his lifetime of achieve- versary of the Historical Society. I am pleased felled by senseless violence. As the rectory is ment, I am proud to stand today and extend to recognize the Dutchess County Historical resurrected, so is the life of Father Gulas. His my sincere congratulations to Professor Vin- Society, which has dedicated itself to discov- gentle guidance and support that he freely and cent Scully as he is awarded the National ering, preserving, and interpreting the extraor- openly offered to every parishioner continues Medal of Arts. His is a legacy which will con- dinary history of Dutchess County. to renew faith and inspiration along East 65th tinue to inspire others for generations to come. Originally formed in 1914, the Historical So- Street and far beyond. His willingness to learn f ciety received its State Charter in 1918. Al- the Polish language to better serve this parish though it had been the principal repository for community is testament to the unwavering A TRIBUTE TO MAGGIE KATIE all aspects of Dutchess County history for dedication and love he shared with the people BROWN KIDD many years, it was not until 1979 that the or- of Slavic Village. ganization found a permanent home. It was at Father Gulas led this parish with kindness, HON. DAVID SCOTT that time that Society entered into a coopera- compassion and an undying faith in the good- OF GEORGIA tive agreement with the State of New York to ness of all people. His life-long ministry was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES operate the Governor Clinton House in Pough- framed by his service to others and by his keepsie as its headquarters, an agreement unshakeable faith and strong sense of spiritu- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 that has recently been renewed for a third ality. His graceful liturgy, outlined with poign- Mr. SCOTT of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise time. The success of this partnership led to ancy and wit, captured the minds and hearts today to pay tribute to Mrs. Maggie Katie the Society being trusted with the responsi- of his parishioners. His legacy of renewing the Brown Kidd, a loyal and loving wife and moth- bility of managing a second historic site, the hearts and souls of all those who knew him, er who has devoted her long and wonderfully City of Poughkeepsie owned Glebe House. extended to the bricks and mortar of St. blessed life to her family. Mrs. Kidd will be During its nine decades the Society has Stanislaus Church. Today, as we celebrate the celebrating her 100th birthday with her family grown and expanded, adding professional renewal of the parish rectory, we pause in re- on November 26th in my congressional dis- staff, new technologies and innovative pro- membrance and honor of the man, Father trict. grams designed to reach a variety of audi- Gulas, who led the colossal effort to renovate Maggie was born on December 8, 1904 to ences. Known for its publications, the Society the historic and inspirational St. Stanislaus Lucy and William ‘‘Doc’’ Brown of Stephens, has contributed to as many as 14 books on Church. Georgia; the eleventh of twelve children. Wil- local history, developed a local history cur- Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join us liam received the nickname ‘‘Doc’’ from his riculum for use in the 4th and 7th grades and, in honor and recognition of the dedication of neighbors because of his reputation for help- since 1914, published the oldest continuously the newly restored parish rectory of St. ing anyone in need. His neighbors used to tell printed annual in New York State, a ‘‘Year Stanislaus Parish. This restoration reflects the everyone to ‘‘go see Doc’’ if they were ever in Book’’ of articles on local history. In addition to unity, strength and faith of this community to trouble. Maggie began to develop a similar its publications, the Dutchess County Histor- rise above the traumatic loss of their beloved reputation as she grew up as she never hesi- ical Society maintains a collection of archival Pastor, Father William Gulas. This celebration tated from sharing whatever she had, even material, photographs and dimensional objects also reflects the commitment of Pastor Mi- when she had little. inclusive of the entire county. chael Surufka, Father George Kusy, Father Lucy and Doc owned a farm in Stephens Key components in the ongoing success of Joachim Studwell, and every parishioner com- where the whole family was welcomed when this exceptional organization are its edu- mitted to carrying on the vital work of Father

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00006 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.049 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2023 William Gulas. The Peace Garden, planned HONORING THE LIFE OF 1ST LT. they are having fun. In most of those games, and cultivated by parishioners, serves as a liv- MATTHEW LYNCH, USMC I was the villain, the opponent, the one to be ing reminder that hope will rise from the conquered, but I always did it with humor, and they came to love ‘‘the games.’’ ashes, and that Father Gulas’ light continues HON. STEVE ISRAEL When they were only 5 or 6 years old, we to offer guidance, inspiration and hope OF NEW YORK used to play a game I had devised to build throughout the St. Stanislaus community, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their swimming speed, I called it ‘‘Shark and today, and for all time. Minnows.’’ In our community pool, I would Wednesday, November 17, 2004 emplace Matt and Tim near a ladder at one f Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, there are times in end of the pool. Their mission was to swim our lives when we fully realize the presence of to a ladder directly opposite them, and get RECOGNIZING ROBERT HILL FOR out of the pool before the shark could catch heros among us. And there are times when ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE them. I stood waist deep in the water, at the we fully realize that we have lost one of those SCOUT far end . . . the feared and fearsome Shark. heros; that is the case with Marine 1st Lt. Mat- At first I was a very successful shark, but thew Lynch, a young man who gave his life for very shortly, the minnows got much quicker, HON. SAM GRAVES his country in Iraq. It is difficult to memorialize and the shark caught nothing but air. Soon the Minnows ‘‘can’t catch me’’ glee, told me OF MISSOURI a man who stood as tall in life as Matthew did and harder yet to memorialize a man who that my days as a big fish were over, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that Matt’s were just beginning. A few years stands even taller in death. I believe the words Wednesday, November 17, 2004 later, as Matt swam by me, I raised my head, of his father, Bill Lynch, spoken at Matt’s fu- to see if someone was pulling him on a rope. Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause neral speak best to this fallen hero and not At that time, Tim, had his eyes on two to recognize Robert Hill, a very special young only capture the magnitude of the great life Jericho High School swim records, and he de- man who has exemplified the finest qualities Matt lived but the magnitude of the loss to our cided to join the Long Island Aquatic Club, of citizenship and leadership by taking an ac- nation: to begin his assault on those records, which he did in fact, later claim. But in the begin- tive part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop ‘‘To all Matt’s friends, and you are many; ning Matt just tagged along. After their first I thank you for coming. Saying farewell to 249, and in earning the most prestigious three hour LIAC workout, I asked Matt our beloved Matthew is the hardest thing I award of Eagle Scout. Robert achieved the ‘‘How did it go?’’ ‘‘I . . . NEVER . . . want have ever done. At this time, my thoughts rank of Eagle Scout on April 7, 2004 and will . . . to . . . do that . . . again,’’ said Matt. alternately fly through my mind like sharp be recognized at an Eagle Scout Court of But like everything Matt did, he went back, arrows; or slip through my mental fingers and excelled . . . a theme you will come to Honor this November. like quicksilver; and I cannot hold them fast. recognize. Robert has been very active with his troop, Because of this; and because I have only this participating in many scout activities. Over the Soon, he became one of the elite LIAC one time to pay tribute to Matt, and to tell swimmers. He also swam right across his many years Robert has been involved with you about his life, I must affix my thoughts high school’s record board, eclipsing every scouting, he has not only earned numerous to paper, and read them; and for this, I beg individual record, even Tim’s, leaving his merit badges, but the respect of his family, your indulgence. own name in his wake. He set the country peers, and community. But for now, I borrow from Shakespeare, record in the 200-yard individual medley, fin- and tell you that... We gather today to For his Eagle Scout Project, Robert orga- ished third in New York State in that event praise Matt, not to bury him. And that is be- and the 100-yard freestyle. He was All County nized a the clean up and repair of a facility cause all the things Matt was; Love of family used by law enforcement officers for training swimmer three years in a row; a County and friends; gentleness, strength, humor, champion in two events each of his last two exercises at Weston Bend State Park. grace, dedication, honor, loyalty, patriotism, years. Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in humility, and yes, of course, courage . . . Baseball was the same. All-County catcher commending Robert Hill for his accomplish- can never be buried, because they are eter- his last two years in high school, nominated ments with the Boy Scouts of America and for nal, as is now, our beloved Matt. for the ‘‘Diamond Award,’’ as one of the best his efforts put forth in achieving the highest While we mourn Matt’s loss it brings with players in Nassau County; and as a senior, he it an opportunity for us all, in private mo- distinction of Eagle Scout. tied for the home run record, all of this eas- ments, to reflect on what he was, and per- ily fulfilling the prophecy that stranger had haps to develop in ourselves, those attributes made so many years ago. f he had, which we lack; so that the warm He continued this at Duke University. He light of remembrance which fills this church A PROCLAMATION IN MEMORY OF was the swim team’s ‘‘Rookie of the Year,’’ today, may one day shine on us. and became a mainstay of that team. He was LINDSAY CUTSHALL AND JASON I will speak to you today of Matt’s life, and also a catcher on the Duke baseball team for ALLEN of ironies gentle, and tragic, which at two years, but in his Senior year, carrying present you know nothing of, and I will tell out the theme which defines his life, he told you of a curious sign I’ve lately seen which his swim coach he wanted to return to his HON. ROBERT W. NEY reassures me. swim team ‘‘family,’’ his buddies, and he did. OF OHIO But for now, to understand Matt’s life, you As a Senior, and in his very last race, when IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES are in the right place; because this is where his team needed him to step up, we saw him all that he was, began, on a Summer day in Wednesday, November 17, 2004 swim one of his best 100-yard freestyle times, 1979, when my wife Angela and I brought our then sadly walk off, his career over. Between Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker: little Matthew Devin Lynch to that very high school and college, he loved his job as a Whereas, I hereby offer my heartfelt condo- baptismal font, to be baptized. The Gospel Jones Beach lifeguard; competed on their that day, I remember vividly, was the Gospel lences to the families and friends of Lindsay competition team, and there too, he ex- according to Saint Matthew, and I thought celled, and developed many friends. Cutshall of Fresno, Ohio and Jason Allen of that a very propitious beginning. The name ‘‘What next?’’ I asked him shortly after he Zeeland, Michigan; and Matthew, we knew, came from Hebrew, and graduated from Duke. ‘‘Dad, the Marine Whereas, Lindsay Cutshall and Jason Allen meant ‘‘Gift of God.’’ Corps, or course.’’ ‘‘Are you doing this be- were both caring and loving individuals who And what a gift he was! Cherubic, loving, cause Tim and I did it, or because YOU want were both active in the Rock-N-River Christian obedient, and oh yes, very active. As he de- to do it?’’ I asked. ‘‘Dad, I want to do it,’’ he Camp, and veloped, it was evident that he had extraor- replied. dinary athletic skills. One day when he was The next few years were difficult for An- Whereas, Lindsay Cutshall and Jason Allen about 3 years old, and bounding about with gela and I. Our Marine sons began to go in will certainly be remembered by all those who his brother Tim and their friends, a visitor harm’s way. First, Tim in Afghanistan; then knew them; and to our neighbor’s patio said to me ‘‘Is that Tim and Matt in Iraq. But they always re- Whereas, through those lives that they your son?’’ ‘‘Yes,’’ I replied. ‘‘Do you realize turned. Last Easter, Matt phoned us to say touched, the memories of Lindsay Cutshall that he is a natural athlete?’’ the man said. he was ordered to Iraq a 2nd time, as a re- and Jason Allen will stand as monuments to ‘‘How do you know,’’ I asked? ‘‘I am a pedia- placement for some Lieutenants in another two truly fine people. trician,’’ he said, ‘‘I see thousands of kids, unit who had been wounded. But after 3 and believe me, he is a natural athlete.’’ It months, he again returned, and we were Therefore, while I understand how words was a prophecy, which would be fulfilled. overjoyed. But shortly, he said, ‘‘Mom, Dad, cannot express our grief at this most trying of I raised both our sons as athletes, and you will think I’m crazy, but my old unit, times, I offer this token of profound sympathy spent countless hours drilling various skills my buddies are going back to Iraq, and I to the families and friends of Lindsay Cutshall into them. I always did it with some zany really want to join them.’’ Again, that and Jason Allen. game I had devised . . . Kids learn best when theme of loyalty, family.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.050 E18PT1 E2024 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 All during our son’s deployments, I had light has left our home, never to return, and In the last few years, the Caribbean, led by been haunted by a specter of Marines in all the sand in Iraq cannot fill the hole in Trinidad and Tobago, has positioned itself as Dress Blue uniforms, walking to our door, our hearts. But recently, I’ve noted a sign, significant player in energy trade with the U.S. bearing terrible news . . . and that specter although in the strangest place, which sug- Already an important regional exporter of was rooted in my past. gests reassurance. Now, you may think this You see, in 1966, I too was a lst Lieutenant, forced, contrived, or fabricated for this mo- crude oil, Trinidad is now the leading exporter then serving a short tour at The Marine ment; perhaps the ranting of one whose of Liquid Natural Gas (LNG) in the Western Corps District Headquarters in Garden City. heart, buffeted too hard by this tragedy, is Hemisphere. After 9–11, the U.S. sought to One of my duties was casualty calls. That trying too hard to see, but you are wrong, find energy sources beyond the Middle East meant when a Marine was wounded or killed, because I saw this sign long before Matt’s and Persian Gulf. Additionally, rising gas I had to personally notify his next of kin. death. prices, and increasing domestic shortages in- ‘‘I’ll only be here 3 months,’’ I thought, ‘‘I Some months ago, I looked down upon a creased U.S. demand for LNG. Trinidad has should be O.K.’’ floor tile in our home, and saw clearly what impressively stepped in to fill that demand. The next week, my Colonel grimly dropped could easily be an artist’s rendition of the a Teletype on my desk. ‘‘KIA,’’ it started. face of Christ. It stared directly at me. Curi- Since 2001, it has been the leading exporter ‘‘Lt., will you handle this?’’ he said. My ous. For weeks, I looked at that visage every of Liquid Natural Gas to the United States, ac- stomach rolled. My duty that day was to day. What to make of it? Eventually, my counting for 75 percent of all LNG exports. break a mother’s heart. I gathered two NCOs, eyes began to scan around the visage, and re- These exports are projected to further in- got a priest, and drove to the Marine’s home. cently, I also clearly saw, sheltered in the crease over the next decade. Additionally, a His mother was getting out of her car . . . corner, and under the right shoulder of that planned LNG pipeline from Trinidad to sur- she had just returned from the beach . . . she visage . . . the perceptible head and face of a rounding Caribbean islands will increase the looked at us . . . and dropped like a stone. very small child. Each had slowly been re- refining capacity of the surrounding region, as We took her inside, neighbors came, someone vealed to me, and until lately I have not well as spur the region’s ability to engage in called her husband, ‘‘Come home right now, known what to make of this; but clearly, the was all he was told.’’ events of this last week suggest to me that related manufacturing. When he arrived he told me that he had Matt, and formerly our little Gift of God, Besides Trinidad, other countries in the re- immediately punched the wall at work, and has, as was his custom, made one final region have plans to increase their energy mar- would have punched me, had he been at turn to family and is now, the visage assures ket presence. At an October 11th address, Ja- home. ‘‘I just would not have wanted to hear me, sheltered, and safely home, and this maican Commerce, Science and Technology what I knew you were going to say,’’ he said. gives me great comfort. Minister, Phillip Paulwell, stated that three oil I told my Colonel we had a dangerous situ- It is time to close, and I must do this in and gas systems have been identified in Ja- ation, and that someone would eventually two ways: maica for the first time. One of the systems get hurt. We had no standing operating pro- To the heavens I say: cedure for these casualty calls . . . no S.O.P. ‘‘Lord this is our son Matthew, in whom we has possible reserves of 2.8 billion barrels of ‘‘Write one, Lieutenant,’’ he said, and I did. are well pleased. He was your precious gift to oil (BBO) and 10.6 trillion cubic feet (TCF) of I specified NCOs for wounds . . . but always us, and we return him to you now. Please natural gas. With its close proximity to the an NCO and an officer for a death. I put my grant Matt a place of favor, where he may United States, development of Jamaican en- heart and soul into it, trying to devise some- rest comfortably until those of us who have ergy resources would be a very beneficial en- thing, which would give aid and comfort to loved him so can join him.’’ deavor for both nations. the bereaved, and protection to our Marines. And finally, to our son Matt, I say those As can be seen, the importance of the Car- Years later, I encountered marines from that words every Marine longs to hear; ibbean to the United States has radically same office. and we discussed casualty calls ‘‘Well done Marine . . . and Semper Fi!’’ evolved over the last several years. This evo- by then quite numerous. ‘‘It’s no fun,’’ they f said, ‘‘but at least we have a really good lution will only be strengthened as we move S.O.P.’’ ‘‘I know,’’ I said, ‘‘I wrote it.’’ CHANGING NATURE OF U.S.- towards greater regional integration through On August 31, Matt returned with his bud- CARIBBEAN RELATIONSHIP agreements like the Free Trade Area of the dies for a third tour, and, on October 31, he Americas (FTAA). Future U.S.-Caribbean pol- was killed by a roadside bomb. That same HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL icy must take into account this new and mutu- day, my wife Angela and I, still unaware, ally beneficial dynamic. drove to the beach, to walk the boardwalk. It OF NEW YORK A SMALL ISLAND, A BIG EXPORTER OF ENERGY was a gorgeous day, and we spoke of how for- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tunate we were to have such fine sons, and TRINIDAD IS SUPPLYING MOST U.S. IMPORTS OF how proud we were of our two Marines. We Wednesday, November 17, 2004 LIQUEFIED NATURAL GAS passed the beach where Matt worked, and Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, the United (By Simon Romero) again spoke of him, and then we returned States-Caribbean relationship has long been PORT OF SPAIN, TRINIDAD, Oct. 7—Cranes home. I parked the car, we entered our house characterized as one of dependency. More are active here again, working around the . . . just as that mother had done almost 40 specifically, the Caribbean has historically clock to erect some of the Caribbean’s tall- years ago . . . the day I broke her heart. The est skyscrapers against a backdrop of colo- door was ajar, and as I heard Angela exclaim, been portrayed as overly reliant on the United nial-era buildings. Traffic snarls throughout ‘‘Oh No!’’ . . . I turned to see two Marines in States, while having minimal significance to this small island country, with imported lux- dress blue uniforms, grimly walking towards our country beyond general geopolitical con- ury cars rubbing up against 70’s-era gas guz- us. One an NCO, the other an officer. Each cerns. Indeed, the widespread damage zles left from the last time energy prices wore the same stony mask I had worn years wrought by the recent Caribbean hurricanes soared. ago, and in an instant I knew our Matt was has necessitated assistance from the U.S. But it is not only the rising price of crude gone . . . you see, I’d written that S.O.P. However, a broader look at the current reality oil that has produced such excitement and How ironic that the pain I’d delivered so points to a highly reciprocal relationship, with activity in Trinidad, the Caribbean’s largest long ago to someone else; was now visited on petroleum producer and one of the few is- my doorstep; and stranger still, that the pro- the Caribbean proving to be an increasingly lands that is thriving these days. Instead, cedure I’d then written to console others, important component of the economic and what is transforming the situation here is was now applied to us. The next day, Angela commercial interests of the United States. another fossil fuel: natural gas. and I took our shattered hearts to this A telling indicator of the evolving U.S.-Carib- Amid a scramble to meet growing inter- church. It was All Souls Day, and the Gospel bean relationship is in the area of trade. The national energy demands and to satisfy an that day . . . was according to St. Matthew. Caribbean is now the 13th largest importer to American market where the price of gas has ‘‘Wire to wire,’’ I thought, ‘‘Saint Matthew.’’ the United States and the 8th largest destina- risen to about $7 for each thousand cubic feet Matt, our beloved gift of God died trying to from just $2 in 1999, Trinidad has emerged as free a people from a vicious enemy, whose tion for American exports. U.S. exports to the the Western Hemisphere’s leading supplier of unspeakable acts of barbarism, even against Caribbean have helped to sustain nearly liquefied natural gas. It has stealthily out- their own people, while done in the name of 500,000 U.S. jobs. While the magnitude of paced rivals, this year accounting for nearly God, reveal them to be Godless; and such evil Caribbean trade with the U.S. is changing, so 80 percent of shipments to the United States, must be opposed. We revere Matt’s service, too is the nature of that trade. The Caribbean up from virtually nothing five years ago. and while we are saddened, we are not angry. is not simply a supplier of agricultural prod- Trinidad’s leap to the forefront in liquid Not at our government, not at our President, ucts, or an American tourist destination. It is natural gas—a fast-growing area of the energy industry where companies invest bil- and certainly not at the United States Ma- now becoming a significant source of U.S. en- rine Corps, that fine fighting force our Matt lions to chill the fuel to temperatures was so proud to serve. ergy imports. An October 7th story in the New around 150 degrees below zero and ship it The days ahead will be difficult for us. York Times examined this recent ascendancy, across the seas in supertankers—has ignited When the last of you have gone, and our door with a focus on the island nation of Trinidad rapid growth here. Economic activity in- has closed, our ordeal will begin. A bright and Tobago. creased 13 percent in 2003 and could grow as

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.055 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2025 much again this year. The economy has ex- President Bush surprised Prime Minister tial energy revenue to social programs and panded for 10 consecutive years on Trinidad Patrick Manning last December when he public security. Included are an increase in and Tobago, a twin-island nation of 1.3 mil- came to Washington to meet Condoleezza old age pensions of more than 10 percent, lion with an area nearly the size of Dela- Rice, Mr. Bush’s national security adviser. lower taxes on brown sugar and funds to hire ware. Instead of limiting the visit to her, the 744 police officers.] Trinidad’s gas resources has fueled a web White House granted Mr. Manning an im- Despite a gross domestic product of about of chemical factories, including nine ammo- promptu meeting with Mr. Bush to discuss $8,000 a person, about a fifth of the popu- nia plants, and iron and steel complex, and ways of increasing Trinidad’s role in resolv- lation still lives in poverty. On average, two of the largest methanol plants in the ing problems in other Caribbean countries Trinidadians are richer than most Caribbean world. The conglomeration of factories, like Haiti. islanders though still poorer than people in largely in Point Lisas, an industrial site and Seeking to further strengthen ties, Spen- nearby Barbados and the Bahamas, where port south of the capital, Port of Spain, ex- cer Abraham, the energy secretary, declared tourism revenue has improved living stand- ports most of its production to the United in a visit here in April that Trinidad was ‘‘a ards. States. very effective example of how a country with Translating its gas reserves into lasting ‘‘We’ve become a highly industrialized na- natural gas resources can enter the inter- wealth, of course, depends largely on the tion, something that was a pipe dream a few national marketplace.’’ growth of the liquid natural gas industry in years ago,’’ said Anthony Bryan, former di- Much noticed here as well was a meeting the United States, where more than 30 rector of the Institute of International Rela- over the summer between Mr. Manning and projects are in planning phases to import the tions at the University of the West Indies on Henry A. Kissinger, the former secretary of fuel from countries around the world. Trinidad. state. Mr. Kissinger’s visit to Trinidad ‘‘The boom,’’ Mr. Dookeran, the former, But some experts here worry that the nat- aroused speculation that he might have lob- central banker, said, ‘‘is aligning our inter- ural gas boom is taking on the same char- bied the government on behalf of Freeport ests with those of the U.S. like never be- acter as the oil-fueled growth burst of the McMoRan Energy, a New Orleans company fore.’’ 1970’s, which was followed by a ruinous dec- that allied itself this year with Trinidad to f ade-long bust culminating in a violent coup build a terminal for receiving L.N.G. off Lou- attempt in 1990 by Muslim militants. isiana’s coast. Mr. Kissinger is a director THE EXCELLENT WORK OF THE ‘‘There’s the ‘here-we-go-again’ phe- emeritus of a mining concern controlled by NATIONAL GAY AND LESBIAN nomenon,’’ said Ronald Ramkissoon, chief Freeport McMoRan Energy’s parent com- economist at Republic Bank of Trinidad and CHAMBER OF COMMERCE pany. Tobago, the country’s largest financial insti- In responding to questions from local re- tution. ‘‘If we’re not wise enough to hive porters, Mr. Kissinger and Mr. Manning de- HON. BARNEY FRANK away some of the excess money we’re getting nied that the purpose of their meeting was OF MASSACHUSETTS from this boom, then we stand the risk of related to negotiations with the Louisiana IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES getting hit again.’’ Weighing over everything are fears about company. Trinidad’s aim to cement its position as Wednesday, November 17, 2004 what will happen when the energy bounty the leading supplier to the United States fits runs out. Although Trinidad is envied by Mr. FRANK of Massachusetts. Mr. Speaker, other energy producers, it has just 0.5 per- into its ambition to help guide the policies of this month marks the second anniversary of a cent of the world’s proven gas reserves, far large gas-exporting nations. It has held talks very important organization dedicated to fight- less than big producers like Qatar and Rus- with Algeria and Indonesia to interest them ing prejudice in the United States in a very sia. Unless big new discoveries are made, the in joining the Louisiana terminal venture. constructive manner. The National Gay and Inter-American Development Bank says, And next year, Trinidad is seeking a more active role in the Gas Exporting Countries Lesbian Chamber of Commerce, founded in Trinidad’s existing reserves guarantee only November 2002 by Justin Nelson and Chance 20 years of gas and oil production at current Forum, a group of more than a dozen nations extraction rates. that also includes Qatar, Iran and Nigeria. Mitchell is, to quote from the statement which For now, though, economic opportunities Trinidad, a former British colony that the NGLCC submitted to our Financial Serv- in Trinidad are luring people and money gained independence in 1962, views trade as ices Committee hearing on diversity, ‘‘the only from elsewhere in the hemisphere. A growing another priority, with Port of Spain com- national not-for profit advocacy organization number of Spanish-speaking immigrants peting against several American cities, in- specifically dedicated to the economic ad- from Venezuela and Colombia have moved cluding Miami and Atlanta, to be selected as administrative headquarters for the planned vancements and opportunities of the American here recently to fill service jobs in res- LGBT business community.’’ taurants and other work shunned by Free Trade Area of the Americas. Trinidadians. Continental Airlines began fly- The government, meanwhile, intends to in- The NGLCC carries on this work by its for- ing this summer to Port of Spain directly vest about $700 million to build a pipeline mation of a ‘‘ broad-based coalition, represent- from Houston, ferrying, energy executives that would transport gas to seven islands in ative of the various interests of American eager to cash in on the bonanza. the eastern Caribbean, including Barbados LGBT owned and friendly businesses, profes- Trinidad owes much of its current good and Martinique. Trinidadian officials hope to sionals, and students of business to increase fortune to a plan conceived a decade ago by persuade Venezuela to prepare its own gas economic opportunities among membership, for export to the United States from Trini- BP and BG, two of Britain’s largest energy corporate interests and federal, state and local companies, together with Repsol of Spain dad plants. and the National Gas Company of Trinidad Despite all the activity concern persists governments.’’ and Tobago, to build the first of four large over the energy industry’s influence as We hear a great deal in our public debate liquid natural gas plants. That strategy memories linger of the painful adjustment these days about the importance of people transformed BG, formerly British Gas, into Trinidad faced in the 1980’s after oil prices working together, being constructive, avoiding the largest corporate supplier of L.N.G. to plummeted. But that has not prevented nat- divisiveness etc. This can be overdone—de- the United States. By 1999, the venture was, ural gas from ascending to the heights of the mocracy requires the honest airing of dif- ready to start exporting gas. economy after oil production reached a peak ferences. But it is also important that these dif- Trinidad quickly leapt ahead of Venezuela, in 1978. where domestic political quarreling stalled As in many developing countries that are ferences take place within a context of rec- ambitions to exploit ample natural gas re- rich in resources, there is a perception that ognition of shared values, and the NGLCC serves. the wealth generated from Trinidad’s oil and plays an extremely important role in this. This ‘‘I’m reluctant to talk about Venezuela be- gas is not widely shared, creating big prob- organization demonstrates that combating cause they’re the sleeping giant next door,’’ lems for a nation whose population is largely prejudice based on sexual orientation and said Frank Look Kin, president of the state- divided between people of African and Indian gender identity is not only not inconsistent with controlled National Gas Company. ‘‘You descent. an effort to work for greater unity in our coun- Unemployment remains stubbornly high, could say we’re doing O.K. with what we’ve try, but is in fact an essential part of that ef- got.’’ at around 10 percent. Crime is also a promi- The importance of natural gas in nent concern, underlined by a spate of fort, properly understood. Trinidad’s economy eclipsed that of oil in re- kidnappings of wealthy Trinidadians in the Justin Nelson and Chance Mitchell through cent years, with gas output now worth about last two years. A pressing issue Trinidad their own commitment to advancing our capi- $4.8 billion a year compared with $1.4 billion faces is how to wriggle more royalties out of talist system, while simultaneously fighting the for oil, according to the Inter-American De- the multinational energy producers active in prejudice which deprives some people of the velopment Bank. its territory. full chance to participate in that system, play The Bush administration has responded by ‘‘The issue of who gets what and how from a very important role. To quote further from showering attention on Trinidad, amid con- our gas and oil needs to be revisited,’’ said cern over a prospective shortage of the fuel, Winston Dookeran, a member of Parliament the statement which they submitted to our Fi- which is used to generate electricity, run in- and former central bank president. nancial Services Committee, ‘‘It is the unfortu- dustrial processes and heat homes and of- [In the budget released on Oct. 8, the gov- nate experience of millions of LGBT Ameri- fices. ernment laid out a plan to channel substan- cans that homophobia and ignorance has

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.059 E18PT1 E2026 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 been the silent killer of developing and grow- freedom and democracy for us all—our United community. The staff runs caregiver programs ing LGBT enterprises and a better quality of States Veterans. for frail elderly and homebound seniors, after life for all LGBT Americans. Too often it is the Every veteran that stands before us today at school programs and camps for elementary experience that LGBT Americans feel com- Holly Lane Elementary School represents the and middle-school children, and a variety of pelled to remain in the closet to safeguard heart and soul of America and reminds us of educational, social, and recreational activities their personal and professional financial condi- our quest for justice and peace here at home, for active adults. tion . . . That millions of LGBT Americans live and the struggle of those who seek justice and Over the past 30 years, Sunnyside Commu- half lives in the financial marketplace, and the peace around the world. The staff and stu- nity Services Center has expanded its serv- workplace is simply not in the best interest of dents of Holly Lane Elementary School reflect ices even further to help meet the challenges a strong, vibrant and competitive American the gratitude and respect for our men and faced by emerging immigrant and youth popu- economy. women in the armed forces, sentiments that lations that reside in the area today. Their ‘‘It is a universal truth that as human beings, are shared by all Americans. The students of work has reached a significant number of resi- we are at our best when we can represent Holly Lane Elementary School also reflect a dents of all backgrounds and ages and has al- ourselves as whole and complete individuals, vision of hope and faith for our future. lowed them to enjoy an enhanced and com- encouraged to contribute with vibrant creative Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me fortable lifestyle. energy the many talents unique to each of us in honor, tribute and gratitude to the men and Therefore, Mr. Speaker, I rise today to as individuals. That LGBT Americans are women of our armed forces, past and present. honor the 30th anniversary of the Sunnyside shackled by institutionalized discrimination is They reflect the quest and struggle for human Community Services Center, and join with my not only shameful, it is not good business.’’ rights and freedom from oppression, a basic colleagues in the House of Representatives to It is not easy to start an organization, and human element that unifies us all. Let us for- recognize the organization’s outstanding serv- it is particularly difficult when the organization ever remember and honor their ultimate service and dedication in addressing the needs of being started is one that seeks to bridge sig- ice, great sacrifice and unwavering sense of the Western Queens community. nificant gaps that divide people in our society. commitment to the preservation of our Amer- f There are a number of organizations that ef- ican democracy and our freedoms. TRIBUTE TO LEXINGTON VET- fectively advocate for the rights of LGBT f Americans. There are others that are forceful ERANS ADMINISTRATION MED- supporters of the legitimate interests of the PERSONAL EXPLANATION ICAL CENTER business community. I know no other at the national level that exists precisely not simply HON. JIM McDERMOTT HON. BEN CHANDLER to show that these two goals are not incon- OF WASHINGTON OF KENTUCKY sistent, but that, properly understood, they re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES inforce each other. Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 I have had the opportunity to work with Mr. Mitchell and Mr. Nelson on several occasions, Mr. MCDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, I was un- Mr. CHANDLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise here and I am impressed by the quality of their able to be in Washington, DC yesterday. Two today in honor of Veteran’s Day; the day our work. I make this statement today on the floor weeks ago, I injured my leg and my physician nation sets aside to honor the sacrifice and to call attention to this excellent example of prefers that I not put it through the stress of service of the millions of Americans who how people can work truly to better our coun- an airplane flight from my home in Seattle, risked their lives to protect our country and try in every way. WA to Washington, DC. Were I able to attend promote peace. These brave servicemen and Mr. Speaker, Members seeking more infor- today’s session in the House of Representa- women answered the call to defend freedom mation on this useful organization can consult tives, I would have voted in support of H.J. and serve our country during its time of great- the hearing of the Subcommittee on Oversight Res. 110, H. Res. 750, S. 2693, S. 2214, S. est need. Now, during the month of Novem- of the House Financial Services Committee on 2640, and H. Res. 641. ber, we should repay our gratitude by hon- diversity and financial services, which was f oring our commitment to veterans and their conducted on July 15, 2004. families. IN RECOGNITION OF SUNNYSIDE f As we stand here today and pledge to work COMMUNITY SERVICES for veterans throughout the nation, I am proud IN HONOR OF OUR UNITED STATES to celebrate a recent victory for the veterans VETERANS AND HOLLY LANE HON. NYDIA M. VELA´ ZQUEZ of Central Kentucky. Over the last two years, ELEMENTARY SCHOOL OF OF NEW YORK our local veterans fought to keep the WESTLAKE, OHIO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Leestown Drive facilities of our Lexington Vet- erans Affairs Medical Center open in the face HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH Wednesday, November 17, 2004 of potential consolidation. Thanks to their com- ´ OF OHIO Ms. VELAZQUEZ. Mr. Speaker, I rise today mitment, the veterans of Central Kentucky will IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on the floor of the U.S. House of Representa- continue to benefit from the excellent medical tives to offer my congratulations to the Sunny- services and the unique beauty of this facility. Wednesday, November 17, 2004 side Community Services Center on its 30th The Lexington Veterans Affairs Medical Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in anniversary. Center is a nationally recognized health care honor and recognition of all veterans of the The residents of New York’s 12th Congres- center with a number of distinguished awards. 10th Congressional District of Ohio—for their sional District have been enriched by this insti- Most recently, the facility received a $500,000 service, bravery, and dedication on behalf of tution’s outstanding example of community co- award for ‘‘Best Overall Performance’’ among our country. Most significantly, we stand in operation, which provides valuable social, rec- VA hospitals in the MidSouth Healthcare Net- tribute and remembrance of those veterans reational, and educational services to the sen- work, and received the first-ever John M. who have made the ultimate sacrifice when iors and families of Western Queens. Thanks Eisenberg award for patient safety co-spon- they answered the call to duty. to the exemplary board, staff, and volunteer sored by the National Quality Foundation and I also stand in honor and recognition of the base of the Sunnyside Community Services the Joint Commission on Accreditation of children and educators of Holly Lane Elemen- Center, this once small organization that start- Healthcare Organizations. I am proud that this tary School. By allowing our students the op- ed in a church basement has blossomed, and hospital will continue to serve the community portunity to meet and know our veterans, we has grown to provide an array of integrated and provide our veterans with the quality serv- are presenting them living examples of real activities and programs to over 12,000 resi- ice they deserve. heroes. We are giving them a true under- dents, annually. Veterans Day is a time to honor our nation’s standing of the meaning of the words convic- The center offers these services to ensure true patriots for their courage and commitment tion, courage and selflessness. We are offer- that members have the opportunity to fully to this country. These men and women have ing them the understanding of a vital, living participate in all aspects of community life, protected our families over the years, and now lesson that speaks to our American history while maintaining their independence and it is our turn to take care of them. Let us and to the preservation of our liberty—the healthy lifestyle. This institution has also be- renew our promise to our veterans and military brave men and women who have endured come a local economic engine, employing 90 retirees and honor the sacrifices they have great pain and sacrifice in order to secure percent of its staff from within the Queens made so that we may live free. As our troops

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.063 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2027 return home let’s treat them with the respect Mr. Speaker, Mr. Hunt touched the lives of ber for such organizations as The Salvation they have earned and continue fighting for a so many Western New Yorkers and while he Army, the Waterville Housing Authority, the guaranteed stream of benefits for all veterans. vacates his seat on the Board of Directors of Somerset County Jail Committee, the Som- f Buffalo Place Inc., he will always remain a role erset County Rural Housing Replacement model and mentor to the staff of Buffalo Place Committee, the Somerset County Economic HONORING C. STUART HUNT Inc. C. Stuart Hunt leaves a unique and indel- Development Corporation, the Waterville Zon- ible mark on Downtown Buffalo, as he will ing Board and the Kennebec Valley Commu- HON. JACK QUINN never be forgotten. nity Action Program. OF NEW YORK Thank you, Stuart, for your strong leader- Though Perley’s retirement is well deserved IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ship, diligent effort and personal commitment and begins a new and exciting chapter in his Wednesday, November 17, 2004 to our community. Thanks also for your friend- life, it also signifies that Maine is losing one of ship. its most valued service providers. His dedica- Mr. QUINN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to f tion to the people of Maine has been a bless- honor Mr. C. Stuart Hunt for his outstanding ing for our State, and has improved the lives service, tireless dedication and fruitful endeav- RECOGNIZING GARRETT KENT, of countless Mainers. I am both honored and ors for Western New York. BRANNAN SMITH, NICHOLAS Mr. Hunt served on the Board of Directors MANLEY, AND WILL WATTS privileged to pay tribute to Perley for his hard of Buffalo Place Inc. from 1991 through 2004. work and commitment to the people of Maine. Buffalo Place enjoyed phenomenal growth I offer my sincere appreciation on behalf of the HON. MAC COLLINS entire State. during his tenure as Chairman from 1994 to OF GEORGIA 1998. During that time, Buffalo Place Inc. went IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from a $1.8 million organization to a $3.2 mil- f Wednesday, November 17, 2004 lion organization. RECOGNIZING THE APPOINTMENT Beginning in 1997, under Mr. Hunt’s leader- Mr. COLLINS. Mr. Speaker, it is with great OF CADET STEVEN J. SARKEES ship and direction, a strong emphasis was pleasure that I recognize the achievements of TO CHIEF PETTY OFFICER, placed on increasing funding for special event four outstanding young men from Griffin, USNSCC production in Downtown Buffalo. The success Georgia: Garrett Kent, Brannan Smith, Nich- of the Thursday at the Square concert series olas Manley, and Will Watts of Griffin Christian positively impacted the Downtown economy, Academy. These young men recently visited HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER representing $4.4 million annually. our Nation’s Capital while working on their OF NEW YORK Under Mr. Hunt’s leadership, an annual Citizenship in the Nation Merit Badge for the weekend music festival on Buffalo’s waterfront Boy Scouts. During their trip they studied the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was conceived, Buffalo Place Rocks the Har- Declaration of Independence, the Constitution, Wednesday, November 17, 2004 bor. In addition, the Cars Sharing Main Street and the Federal Government. They learned initiative became one of the top three priorities about our system of checks and balances and Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on the federal legislative agenda for Western how our government is financed. In addition, to honor one of my constituents, Steven J. New York. each of these Scouts wrote to me to share Sarkees, on his appointment to Chief Petty Of- In 1997, under Mr. Hunt’s guidance, the their views on important national issues. ficer in the United States Naval Sea Cadet Americorps Ranger Escort Program was I am proud that these young men are learn- Corps. While a high school senior in Grand Is- launched and received federal funding until ing about our government and the freedoms land, New York, Cadet Sarkees is a member 2003 when it was eliminated. This important and principles on which our Nation was found- of the Sullivans Division, Naval Sea Cadet initiative continues today as the Buffalo Place ed. I think we can all learn from the example Corps located in Buffalo, New York. Cadet Ranger Program. He also was involved in the of Garrett, Brannan, Nicholas and Will, and re- Sarkees’ appointment to Chief Petty Office is Park N’ Go Shuttle Program, converting major member to learn about the great history of our bestowed on less than one half of one percent streets from one-way to two-way traffic and Nation. I encourage everyone to read the Con- of the ten thousand Naval Sea Cadets in the providing both on-street and off-street parking. stitution and the Declaration of Independence, program, and is a reflection of his exceptional In his professional life, Mr. Hunt serves as or to come to the United States Capitol and leadership skills and mastery of seamanship Chairman of Hunt Commercial Real Estate, a walk through its storied halls. All Americans training. wholly owned subsidiary of Hunt Real Estate, should be active citizens and be conscious of The U.S. Naval Sea Cadet Corps was es- the largest commercial/residential real estate this magnificent creation, and our duty to tablished in 1958 in order to provide youth organization in Upstate New York. serve it well. May God bless this great Nation. with a drug-free and gang-free environment With the purchase of the Brisbane Building f where individuals between the ages of 11 and in 1984, Stuart began a tireless restoration of 17 could develop an appreciation for the this beautiful property. The building holds a RECOGNIZING WORK OF MR. United States’ naval history, customs, tradi- special place in his heart, as his father, PERLEY BEANE tions and its significant role in national de- Charles Stanley Hunt, was a tenant in the fense. The goal of the Sea Cadet Corps is to Brisbane Building for almost 50 years. I’m HON. MICHAEL H. MICHAUD encourage young people to develop an inter- proud that my district office is located at this OF MAINE est in basic seamanship and teach Cadets pa- historic site also. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES triotism, courage, self-confidence and self-reli- Mr. Hunt’s career spanned more than half a ance. Chief Petty Officer is the highest level a century. He is a consummate professional and Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Cadet can attain and reflects years of hard gentleman. His work ethic and professionalism Mr. MICHAUD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to work and dedication. place him at the top of the list of the most well recognize the work of Mr. Perley Beane, respected professional civic leaders of our Maine’s Director of Economic and Community Cadet Sarkees has developed into a mature time. His commitment to Downtown Buffalo Development, for more than 40 years in public leader, and is a fine example of what the Sea has never wavered and future generations will service at the federal, state and local level. Cadet Corps strives to develop in young peo- benefit from and enjoy the fruits of his labor. A graduate of Waterville High School and ple. He has earned his appointment to Chief Mr. Hunt’s college career was interrupted Thomas College, Perley’s first job was as a Petty Officer by completing a challenging when he answered the call to serve his coun- teacher in Jackman. After working as a busi- course load, passing a leadership exam, com- try. Mr. Hunt is a veteran of World War II and ness manager, Perley was appointed as the pleting 6 months time in rank, and attending 2 a 1947 graduate of Colgate University. first director of the Waterville Public Housing weeks of advanced training. Again, Cadet In addition to a successful civic and profes- Authority. He also served as director of the Sarkees is a positive role model to his fellow sional career, Stuart has enjoyed a wonder- Maine Affordable Housing Alliance at the De- cadets, and exemplifies the best qualities of a fully fulfilling personal life. On December 27, partment of Economic and Community Devel- patriotic American. 1946, C. Stuart Hunt married the beautiful opment before being appointed to his present I urge all of my colleagues to join me in Jane Helfrich. They have enjoyed a full and position in Madison, Maine. congratulating Cadet Sarkees for his signifi- rich life and were blessed with three sons and Perley has dedicated his life to bettering his cant achievement as a member of the U.S. one daughter. community. He has served as a board mem- Naval Sea Cadet Corps.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.068 E18PT1 E2028 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 TRIBUTE TO THE JOYCE H. WIL- tivist organizations, as well as with the Mayor Today, an employer can take a tax deduc- LIAMS CENTER OF KANSAS CITY, and City Council members, in order to improve tion that would cover about 30 percent of the KANSAS the safety of all valley neighborhoods. He is cost of health insurance. But that deduction is also a past vice president of the Valley His- effectively worthless when a company is strug- HON. DENNIS MOORE panic Bomberos and was an active member of gling and losing money in this economy. OF KANSAS the United Phoenix Fire Fighters Union. There are also far too many employers who Mr. Torres currently lives in North Phoenix IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fail to provide health insurance because the with his wife of 25 years, Susan. On behalf of tax deduction doesn’t come close to covering Wednesday, November 17, 2004 the Phoenix community, I thank him for his the cost of the insurance premiums. As a re- Mr. MOORE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to many years of service and wish him a happy sult, millions of families are left without health tell you about a wonderful organization in the and healthy retirement. insurance. Third Congressional District of Kansas that is f My plan would change that. Employers who celebrating its 25th anniversary of serving do- IN SUPPORT OF H.R. 5218, MATT’S don’t currently offer health insurance would be mestic violence victims in Kansas City, Kan- HEALTH INSURANCE PLAN ACT required to offer a quality health plan, and sas. OF 2004 they’d receive a refundable tax credit equaling In 1979, I was the District Attorney in John- 60 percent of the full cost of the premium. A son County, Kansas, and involved in helping tax credit they’d pass through completely to that county provide domestic violence services HON. RICHARD A. GEPHARDT their employees in the form of health insur- OF MISSOURI to its citizens. At the same time, just to the ance. Employers would only be responsible for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES north, community leaders in Kansas City, Kan- 60 percent of the full cost of the premium and sas, in Wyandotte County, were coming to- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 would not be required to contribute to the cost gether for the same purpose. In 1979, the Mr. GEPHARDT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today of health coverage beyond the nominal admin- Joyce H. Williams Center was incorporated, to discuss H.R. 5218, Matt’s Health Insurance istrative cost of providing health insurance and began its services to the KCK community. Plan Act of 2004, which I introduced last coverage. Employees would not be required to I first learned of their efforts through working month. This bill has a very personal meaning pay more than 40 percent of the premium with their leaders in the Kansas City Metropoli- to me, and I believe it is integral to solving cost. tan Coalition on Domestic Violence. The Joyce America’s health care crisis. And for those employers who currently do H. Williams Center was begun by the Yates Today in this country, over 40 million Ameri- offer health insurance, my plan replaces the Branch of the YWCA. A few years later, when cans live without health coverage. These existing tax deduction with a 60 percent re- the Yates Branch YWCA branch closed, the Americans are people just like you and me. fundable tax credit—a tax credit on the em- Joyce Williams Center and most of the YWCA Citizens who work full-time jobs where no ployer’s share of the premium, which puts services continued under the sponsorship of health care is offered. Parents who work two more money directly into the business that has Friends of Yates, Inc. and three part-time jobs just to feed their chil- been doing the right thing. ‘Refundable’ means Twenty five years later, the Joyce Williams dren and provide a safe place to live. Entire the employer will receive the credit, regardless Center continues to provide hope and help to families where values like hard work and re- of whether they’re making a profit. women and children in abusive situations. The sponsibility mean something, but where no This health care plan leaves no American center has helped hundreds of families over member of that family can find full-time work on their own. The 60 percent tax credit would the last 25 years. Today, their services include with full benefits in a struggling economy. apply to part-time employees. It would apply to a hotline for victims to call, counseling, case Americans who don’t have health coverage retiree health benefits paid by former employ- management, substance abuse assistance, too often don’t have access to health care. In ers. It would apply to the self-employed. And and a transitional living shelter. a day and age when morals dominate the po- state and local governments would receive I know my colleagues in the House of Rep- litical landscape of this country, how can we federal assistance equal to 60 percent of their resentatives will join me in congratulating the remain indifferent to the millions of Americans health care costs. staff, board of directors, and community volun- who can’t receive the care they need? This is My plan would allow individuals between the teers of the Joyce H. Williams Center on this the biggest moral problem our country has. It’s ages of 55 and 64 to buy into Medicare cov- anniversary of their founding. I know they will time we fixed it. erage at no cost to the federal government. It Let me tell you why this is so important to continue to serve their community for many would subsidize 65 percent of the cost of me. Three decades ago, when I was an attor- years to come. COBRA health insurance for the unemployed. ney in St. Louis, my two year old son Matt f It would subsidize low-wage workers who are was diagnosed with what they said was ter- below or near the poverty line who can’t afford HONORING THE SERVICE OF minal cancer. My wife Jane and I were told he their share of the premium. And it would mod- CAPTAIN TONY TORRES probably wouldn’t last six weeks. In the end, we were among the most fortu- ify the SCRIP Program for uninsured low in- nate in more ways than one. My law firm had come children, expanding it to include their HON. ED PASTOR parents, and expanding efforts to find those OF ARIZONA a health plan, and it was the only way we families who qualify. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES could afford the new and experimental therapies. That insurance plan, the talented doctors Under my plan, employers who already offer Wednesday, November 17, 2004 and nurses, and the grace of God saved health insurance would see an immediate re- Mr. PASTOR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Matt’s life. duction in their overhead. The economic stim- honor Mr. Tony Torres for his thirty years of But I remember the nights we spent in the ulus would result in billions of dollars in in- service in the City of Phoenix Fire Depart- hospital waiting room talking to the parents of creased wages and benefits, more money in ment. another patient—a child with severe cancer the pockets of the average family, and more Mr. Torres was born in Phoenix and at- from a family who couldn’t afford health insur- jobs. And the result of adding millions of tended Phoenix College, where his is currently ance. Those parents didn’t know what to do. Americans to the ranks of the insured means a member of the adjunct faculty. He served All they could do was pray. As long as I live, more preventive care, far fewer trips to the our nation in Vietnam, and is a member of I will never forget the terror in their eyes. In emergency room, and lower health care costs American Legion Post 41. this country, it should never be this way. for everyone. Mr. Torres joined the City of Phoenix Fire Matt’s Plan, named after my son, is my vi- Mr. Speaker, I have introduced this bill so Department in 1975 and retired this year as a sion for how we can cover everyone in Amer- that Matt’s Plan will become part of the public Captain in the Fire Operations Division. From ica with health insurance—with no new bu- record on the health care debate. I hope that 1999 until his retirement, he held the position reaucracy and no nationalized plan. This is as Congress continues to deal with the health of Public Information Officer and earned var- more than just a health care plan. It’s also an care problem in America, someone will reintro- ious departmental awards. He is also a recipi- economic stimulus plan designed to create duce this bill and develop this plan further. ent of the Department of Public Safety Citi- jobs and get this economy moving again. To me, this plan is a bold, innovative idea zens Life Saving Award. The plan is essentially this: we pass a law that can work—an idea that can bridge a can- Mr. Torres’ service to the community ex- requiring every employer to provide access to yon of fear and illness and cover everyone in tends beyond his career as a fire fighter. He quality coverage, with employer tax credits America with health insurance, and jump start has worked with numerous neighborhood ac- covering most of the cost. the economy at the same time. It’s morally

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.074 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2029 right and economically sensible. Healthy work- Voskres,’’ being spoken, while Millie’s tradition Up’’ campaign, which encouraged safety belt ers are productive workers. And healthy fami- of homemade Paska bread is shared by all. use. Without the Task Force, ‘‘Buckle Up’’ and lies make for a stronger America. As much as Glenn and Lydia love their fam- countless other lasting and effective child f ily, they also love their friends. Glenn’s fellow safety oriented community initiatives would firemen and their families, and the families of have been impossible. IN HONOR AND RECOGNITION OF the Orchard Avenue neighborhood, became The success of the Liberty Safe School MR. GLENN AND MRS. LYDIA like second families to the Hundertmark’s. Task Force has been so dramatic, that the HUNDERTMARK IN CELEBRATION There was always a neighborhood picnic or program is now being used as a model for OF THEIR 50TH WEDDING ANNI- party planned, ending with everyone being other schools. I am confident that thanks to VERSARY: NOVEMBER 6, 2004 thrown in their neighbor’s pool. They had Hal- the Safe School Task Force, Liberty’s children loween parties, Christmas parties, and 35 will be better prepared to address difficult and HON. DENNIS J. KUCINICH Dance Club parties. They vacationed together complex issues as the future leaders of our OF OHIO in large groups, taking the party on the road. communities, state, and nation. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Lifelong friendships were formed. Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Throughout their lives, Glenn and Lydia congratulating the Liberty Safe School Task have volunteered their time and talents within Force. This group of fine citizens has dem- Mr. KUCINICH. Mr. Speaker I rise today in their community. Their dedication to helping onstrated a truly outstanding commitment to honor and recognition of Glenn and Lydia others is evidenced at Gloria Dei Lutheran the safety of Liberty’s children, and I am proud Hundertmark, as they celebrate 50 years of Church, homeless shelters and in causes in- to call them constituents of Missouri’s Sixth devotion to each other, to their family and to cluding Cerebral Palsy and Habitat for Human- District. their extended family and many close friends. ity. In their spare time, they could always be f This unbreakable union represents a deep and found at their grandchildren’s sporting events, abiding love, not only for each other, but also choir concerts and award nights. A PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING for their children, grandchildren and for their Their great joy for life radiates throughout JEWELL DUVALL community. every aspect of their lives. Glenn and Lee are Glenn Hundertmark and Lydia Nikishin met fabulous dancers, they are animal lovers, they HON. ROBERT W. NEY in the early 1950s while working at the Pick- have traveled all over the world—they are OF OHIO n-Pay grocery store at Fulton and Memphis. can-do people who have always been there IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Glenn left to serve our country during the Ko- for everyone. Lydia has nursed her adult chil- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 rean War in the United States Navy as an dren back to health, proving you will always Aviation Mechanic. When Glenn returned need your mother. She is famous for her ex- Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker: home, he and Lydia dated, fell in love and be- ceptional potato salad—and a picnic wouldn’t Whereas, Jewell Duvall has provided out- came engaged in 1954. On November 6, 1954 be a picnic without it! Glenn has an unbeliev- standing service and contributions to the they were married at Gloria Dei Lutheran able memory and tells wonderful, colorful sto- House community during her tenure in the of- Church by Reverend Herbert Blickensderfer. ries. They have an extensive collection of fice of the Chief Administrative Officer; and Glenn worked for Cleveland Twist Drill Co. slides capturing their life’s story. Whereas, Jewell Duvall provided support to and American Steel and Wire until he became Glenn and Lydia were faithful children to not only the CAO, but also to Leadership, the a fireman for the city of Cleveland in 1961. He their parents—George, Mildred, Gordon and Committee on House Administration, other worked in various fire stations over the years Ruth—who are no longer with us, but are here House officers, Member and Committee of- as a Lieutenant, then as Captain, until retiring today in spirit. They are parents, grand- fices, and the general public; and in 1984. Lydia worked at Associates Finance parents, a brother, a sister, a mother and fa- Whereas, Jewell Duvall has worked dili- Co. before they started their family in 1955. ther-in-law, a brother and sister in-law, an aunt gently during her time in Washington, D.C., to Being a full-time mom to Lynn, Ruth, Paul and and uncle, cousins, a friend—and together, serve the individuals with respect and a sense Kathryn quickly became the main focus and they are surely one. Their legacy will be one of priority; and joy of Lydia’s life. of dedication to their family, to their church, to Whereas, Jewell Duvall provided extensive Together, Glenn and Lydia created memo- their community, and their devoted faithful administrative support to the Incident Com- rable holiday celebrations. Every Christmas service to the Lord. mander during the September 11th and an- morning, their children would wake up to a Mr. Speaker and Colleagues, please join me thrax crises of 2001; and beautiful tree and gifts that they built. Lydia in honor and recognition of Glenn and Lydia Whereas, Jewell Duvall was a valuable would sew Halloween costumes, and Glenn Hundertmark, as we join them in celebration of asset to the House of Representatives com- made carving a pumpkin an art form. Birth- this momentous occasion—their 50th wedding munity and the general public. days were special days with favorite meals anniversary. Glenn and Lydia Hundertmark Therefore, I join with members of Congress being served and grandparents, aunts and un- continue to inspire us to understand our past, and their staff in recognizing Jewell Duvall for cles joining the party. Their young family to follow our dreams, to give back to our com- her exceptional work and immense contribu- played board games, went on picnics and munity, and to hold family closest to our tions, and wish her the very best during her hikes and went for boat rides on the ‘‘Busy hearts. retirement. Liz.’’ Glenn and Lee took their family on a va- f f riety of vacations each year from camping and fishing trips, to the trip of a lifetime traveling RECOGNIZING THE LIBERTY SAFE RECOGNIZING JOHN R. out west for a month in 1973. The beloved SCHOOL TASK FORCE BLACKBURN, JR. Rustic Rest in Vermilion holds cherished memories that began with Glenn’s childhood HON. SAM GRAVES HON. BILL SHUSTER and has continued throughout his grand- OF MISSOURI OF PENNSYLVANIA children’s lives. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Glenn and Lydia taught their children the value of tradition by sharing stories and keep- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 sakes of their ancestors—giving them a clear Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to understanding and appreciation of their Ger- to recognize the Liberty Safe School Task recognize John R. Blackburn, Jr. upon his re- man, Russian and Ukrainian heritage. The Force. The Liberty Safe School Task Force is tirement from the Board of Directors of UPMC family baptismal gown was sewn in 1911 by a group of about 35 dedicated citizens, who Bedford Memorial. His presence on the board, Glenn’s grandmother Ida Christianer, and has work closely with the United States Attorney’s which has become a symbol of security and been worn by every newborn baby since. The Office, the Kansas City office of the Federal stability, will be sorely missed. Santa Claus suit that was made by Gordon Bureau of Investigation, the Liberty Police De- As a life-long resident of Bedford County, and Ruth Hundertmark in 1960 thrilled their partment, the Missouri State Patrol, and Lib- Mr. Blackburn has connected with citizens in children and grandchildren when Santa Claus erty Hospital to increase public awareness of the area in a way that few are able. Since visited them every Christmas. On Easter, you the important issues facing our children today. 1955, Mr. Blackburn has worked diligently to will still hear Mildred and George Nikishin’s One example of a successful past initiative or- make positive changes throughout the hospital blessing: ‘‘Christos Voskres; Voyistino ganized by the Task Force was the ‘‘Buckle so that the area’s health care would improve.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.077 E18PT1 E2030 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 In the nearly fifty years that Mr. Blackburn has In addition to his professional achievements, IN HONOR OF JULIE PACKARD had a significant hand in the hospital’s oper- Dr. Mesches has participated in numerous ations, Bedford Memorial has become a driv- community activities including, serving as the HON. SAM FARR ing force of health care in Bedford County. Chairman of the Ulster County and New Paltz OF CALIFORNIA Mr. Blackburn has served this nation honor- Planning Boards and Ulster County Planned IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ably, touching the lives of every American cit- Parenthood, and serving on the Board of Di- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 izen through his service in the United States rectors of Patterns for Progress, Mid-Hudson Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Army Air Corps during World War II. Having Savings Bank, First Union Bank, and Atlantic taken the reigns as a strong leader since his honor my dear friend Julie E. Packard, the Ex- States Mortgage Corporation. youth, he has been a pillar of strength within ecutive Director and Vice Chairman of the his community, and his ceaseless dedication Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to recognize Monterey Bay Aquarium Foundation’s Board to the health care system is unparalleled. His the outstanding accomplishments of Dr. David of Trustees and the recipient of the Ted Danson Ocean Hero Award. The award is uncompromising sense of duty to the commu- Mesches. His commitment to improving the given annually, in recognition of the recipient’s nity in which he lives has been a source of in- lives of people around him has yielded a dis- strong commitment toward protection and res- spiration, and the impact he has had is im- tinguished record of service and has made Ul- toration of the marine environment. Ms. Pack- measurable. ster County and much of the Hudson Valley a ard is a woman of principle and conviction. For his incomparable generosity, service to better, healthier place to live. She has worked tirelessly to protect and pre- the Bedford Memorial Hospital, and unabated serve our delicate ocean ecology. commitment to excellence, John Blackburn, Jr. f On October 20, 1984, Ms. Packard was in- deserves the highest recognition. He has dem- strumental in opening the Monterey Bay onstrated enthusiasm and care for the county TRIBUTE TO TAIWAN PRESIDENT Aquarium. Today, the Monterey Bay Aquarium which he has served, and his spirit and dedi- CHEN SHUI-BIAN Foundation is a $124 million institution and cation have infiltrated his every action. The has consistently drawn 2 million people to its legacy he has created is one that every Amer- exhibits each year. It and its sister institution, ican should emulate, and his contributions will HON. CIRO D. RODRIGUEZ the Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Insti- not go unnoticed by the business for which he tute, are some of the finest marine life and OF TEXAS worked nor the community in which he lives. ocean science research institutions in the I would like to congratulate Mr. Blackburn on IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES United States. She has been its Executive Di- his many accomplishments, and I wish him the rector since it opened. best of luck in his retirement. Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Ms. Packard was born in Los Altos, Cali- f Mr. RODRIGUEZ. Mr. Speaker, last week I fornia. She is one of four children, along with a brother, David, and sisters, Susan and had the opportunity of visiting Taiwan, the Re- PAYING TRIBUTE TO DR. DAVID N. Nancy. She went on to earn a masters degree MESCHES public of China and I was very impressed with in biology from the University of California at what I saw. Taiwan has clearly grown to be a Santa Cruz. Julie is married to Robert Ste- HON. MAURICE D. HINCHEY modern democracy and its people are well phens. Together they are raising wonderful OF NEW YORK educated and prosperous. The people whom I twin daughters. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES talked to were all friendly toward us and sup- Through her involvements, Julie has in- portive of our global war against terrorism. spired and educated many about the wonders Wednesday, November 17, 2004 In fact, I was most impressed with Taiwan of our oceans and the environment of Mon- Mr. HINCHEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to President Chen Shui-bian. This young states- terey Bay and the central coast. She has been recognize the distinguished career of Dr. instrumental in making the schools of Mon- man was reelected president of the Republic David N. Mesches. Since 1961, Dr. Mesches terey Bay some of the finest on the central of China last March and was inaugurated on has provided outstanding medical care to the coast, making it possible for future generations residents of Ulster County and he has worked May 20. In my conversation with him, he said of students to nourish a passion for the ocean tirelessly to improve the delivery of health care again and again that he is seeking a genuine as strong as hers. services not only in Ulster County, but also dialogue with the leaders of the People’s Re- Ms. Packard has been a board member of throughout the Hudson Valley. I am pleased to public of China. He said Taiwan does not seek numerous organizations and committees, in- join the health care community, his family and confrontation but a friendly dialogue with main- cluding the California Nature Conservancy, the his friends in honoring Dr. Mesches for his land China leading to talks on all issues. Monterey Bay Aquarium Research Institute, outstanding career. President Chen would like to see more co- and the David and Lucile Packard Foundation. During his four decades of practice in Ulster operation and less confrontation in dealing She was also a member of the Pew Oceans County, Dr. Mesches has served as Captain in with mainland China leaders. In addition to its Commission in 2003, which issued rec- the United States Air Force at Stewart Air ‘‘relationship’’ with mainland China, President ommendations for a comprehensive overhaul Force Base, providing care to servicemen and Chen considers Taiwan’s relations with the of national ocean policy. Ms. Packard has also their families; operated a private practice while U.S. a matter of utmost importance and he received numerous awards. Perhaps one of the milestones of Julie’s life and work with the serving as Director of the Student Health Cen- would like to see further strengthening of this ter at SUNY New Paltz; served as Director of oceans is when she received the Audubon relationship. I personally believe that Tai- the Mid-Hudson Rural Family Practice Resi- Medal for Conservation in 1998, one of the wanese people are truly lucky to have Presi- dency Training Program; and currently, is the premier recognitions given to those in this Chief Executive Officer of the Mid-Hudson dent Chen as their leader for the next four field. Family Health Institute. years. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States Dr. Mesches’ membership in a number of I am delighted that Taiwan is now ably rep- Congress, I would like to honor the many ac- medical and scientific societies and commit- resented in Washington by its young and en- complishments of my friend Julie E. Packard tees is a testament to his dedication and de- ergetic ambassador, Dr. David Lee. Ambas- and express sincere gratitude for her accom- sire to provide citizens with the best possible sador Lee knows Washington well and he will plishments and contributions to our community. healthcare available. In fact, in his current role most certainly strengthen the ever-growing as the President and CEO of the Mid-Hudson bonds between Taipei and Washington. Tai- f Family Health Institute, Dr. Mesches has in- wan and the United States,. I wish to assure PAYING TRIBUTE TO RICK creased access to healthcare for the under-in- both President Chen and Ambassador Lee, HANSON sured and uninsured residents of the Hudson have always stood together shoulder to shoul- Valley by forging strong alliances. Through his der and will always remain strong partners in efforts, regional health care agencies have HON. SCOTT McINNIS maintaining peace and stability. OF COLORADO begun to work collaboratively to build a seam- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES less, integrated healthcare delivery system I had a good visit to Taiwan and I hope my that will effectively be able to identify and ad- colleagues and my fellow countrymen will fol- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 dress the needs of the most at risk member of low my steps in visiting this beautiful island of Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay trib- our community. freedom and prosperity soon and often. ute to Rick Hanson, a strong-willed individual

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Mr. Speaker, the ongoing cri- ued to worsen, and doctors and family mem- memory of Iris Chang, a courageous historian, sis in Darfur, Sudan continues to be an issue bers feared he would not pull through. Eventu- author and champion of Asian and Asian of high concern to the American people. Ac- ally, Rick was diagnosed with a rare condition American history, human rights and historical cording to United Nations and U.S. officials, redress. During her brief yet remarkable proof adrenal insufficiency, and his hormone and the situation in Darfur is the worst current hu- fessional career, Iris touched the lives of hydrocortisone treatments have helped him fi- manitarian and human rights crisis in the countless people, shedding light on past injus- world. nally turn the corner. After twenty-five years of tices and atrocities that had been forgotten or illness, at age forty-three, Rick on the road to Out of a population of 7 million people, 1.2 ignored. In her personal life, she was a loving million are internally displaced, 200,000 have recovery, is taking therapeutic horseback wife and mother, a close friend and an inspira- been forced into exile, and an estimated riding lessons, a pastime that he enjoyed as a tion to many. Iris is survived by her husband, 70,000 civilians have been killed. The crisis child growing up in Arkansas. Dr. Brett Douglas, her son, Christopher Doug- necessitates not only financial assistance, but Mr. Speaker, Rick Hanson’s unrelenting will las, her parents, Shau-Jin and Ying-Ying also that of a military and logistical nature. A and sheer determination has helped him to Chang, and her brother, Michael Chang. November 17, 2004 editorial in the Wash- stave off illness in the face of the gravest of Iris Shun-Ru Chang was born on March 28, ington Post spoke to the current state of the circumstances. His story of improvement is an 1968 in Princeton, New Jersey. She studied Darfurian peacekeeping effort. inspiration to us all, and I am honored by the journalism at the University of Illinois, and re- Despite widespread condemnation by the opportunity to recognize his accomplishments ceived her Master’s in Science Writing from international community regarding the Darfur before this body of Congress and this Nation. Johns Hopkins University. While at Johns genocide, few in the West have been willing to Hopkins, Iris was commissioned to research offer troops or logistics to the peacekeeping the life of Tsien Hsue-Shen, a Chinese Amer- f effort. The African Union has attempted to fill ican scientist who was deported to China dur- the void through its seven hundred man ob- TRIBUTE TO JOHN M. (MIKE) ing the Communist scare of the 1960s and server force. However, the AU force is se- HENRY subsequently founded China’s ballistics pro- verely undermanned and underfunded. gram. Her research led to her critically ac- The AU asserts it will need $80 million just claimed debut, The Thread of the Silkworm, to sustain a force of 3,000 for one year. Many HON. FRED UPTON which addressed the paranoia and racism of experts believe that an additional 30,000 to the McCarthy era. 60,000 troops will be needed to adequately OF MICHIGAN As a historian and an activist, Iris fought secure the Darfur region. This is in addition to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES passionately for historical justice and reconcili- the need for logistical support and increased ation. Her book, The Rape of Nanking, chron- provision of military vehicles and aircraft. Wednesday, November 17, 2004 icled the horrific capture of Nanking during Ja- The AU will no doubt need assistance in pan’s invasion of China in 1937, and was in- such an endeavor. America, as the greatest Mr. UPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to strumental in educating the international com- military power in the world, should not allow pay tribute to John M. (Mike) Henry who is re- munity about Japanese military atrocities dur- this deficiency to continue. Indeed, the U.S. tiring after a long and distinguished career of ing World War II—human rights violations that currently has a contingent of 2,500 troops in public service. A dedicated and selfless indi- had gone unwritten and unacknowledged for nearby Djibouti, from which it can initially vidual, Mike has served as County Coordi- decades. Her efforts to seek redress for the draw. The U.S. military airlifted several hun- nator for Berrien County for the past sixteen crimes at Nanking brought her in conflict with dred African soldiers from Nigeria and Rwan- years. During his tenure, Mike assisted the the Japanese government and communities da into Darfur last month, but this represents citizens of Southwest Michigan in a number of worldwide, but Iris was unwavering in her the only major U.S. logistical operation to capacities, all with great distinction. commitment to justice and truth. date. Since 1988, Mike’s contributions to our com- In addition to her books, which decried so- More can and must be done by the U.S. in munity have been tremendous. He has con- cial and historical injustices against the Asian providing military and logistic resources for the Darfur peacekeeping effort. The Administration sistently received accolades and recognition and Asian American communities in the has long cited the liberty and freedom of the for his inspired work. During his time as Coun- United States and internationally, Iris was also a member of the Committee of 100, a national Iraqi people as a rationale for its military com- ty Coordinator, Mike crafted, managed and ex- nonpartisan organization of Chinese-American mitment in that country. I know we all agree ecuted budgets exceeding $2 billion, had the leaders who work to address issues important that the people of Darfur deserve the same, unique ability to manage large sums of public to the Chinese-American community. For her so I am hopeful that progress can be made on funds—always meeting the highest level of au- work, she earned the Peace and International this important issue. diting standards, and exhibited great com- Cooperation Award from John D. and Cath- [From the Washington Post, Nov. 17, 2004] petence and success in working with the legis- erine T. MacArthur Foundation, and was DIPLOMACY AND DARFUR lative, executive, and judicial branches of gov- named ‘‘Woman of the Year’’ by the Organiza- A full arsenal of diplomatic tricks has been ernment. tion of Chinese-American Women. tried on behalf of Darfur, the western prov- In addition to his remarkable service to Iris will be remembered for her work and ince of Sudan where the government is or- service to the community. Certainly, the mil- chestrating genocide. A number of A-list Berrien County, Mike also served his country statesmen—Britain’s Prime Minister Tony with great distinction. He served in the U.S. lions of people whom she touched through her Blair, Secretary of State Colin L. Powell, Army for 20 years, including two tours in Viet- writings and her activism will not forget the U.N. Secretary, General Kofi Annan—have nam, flying attack helicopters. During his ex- moral vision she brought on past injustices to journeyed to Sudan to demand an end to the traordinary years of service, Mike was award- the international community and the public im- killing; still the genocide continues. Cease- ed with, among others, the Purple Heart, the pact of her work in promoting peace between fires, undertakings and protocols have been negotiated and signed; still the genocide con- Bronze Star, and the Meritorious Service peoples of differing races and backgrounds. Her fierce pride of her Chinese-American her- tinues. Two U.N. Security Council resolu- Medal. itage empowered others with the certainty that tions have condemned the government’s behavior; still the genocide continues. Tomor- Our community is in debt to Mike for his they were truly Americans despite their ances- continued public service since 1988. I wish row and Friday, in a triumph of hope over try. Our community has lost a role model and experience, the Security Council will con- him and his family all the best in retirement. close friend; the world has lost one of its finest vene an extraordinary session in Kenya, hop- His service will be truly missed by the folks in and most passionate advocates of social and ing to shine the spotlight on Sudan’s suf- Southwest Michigan. historical justice. fering. But unless the council members

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00015 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.084 E18PT1 E2032 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 stiffen their rhetoric with sanctions, they TRIBUTE TO REVEREND DR. TRIBUTE TO REVEREND DR. LEAH will spotlight their own impotence. SOLOMON EADDY GASKIN FITCHUE Sudan’s pragmatic dictatorship has bowed in the past to determined external pressure. It expelled Osama bin Laden and negotiated HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN HON. DONALD M. PAYNE an end to its long-running war with rebels in OF NEW JERSEY OF SOUTH CAROLINA the south, both thanks to the threat of sanc- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tions. But Sudan’s rulers do not make con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cessions if they don’t have to do so, and they Wednesday, November 17, 2004 believe they can exterminate tens of thou- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I ask my col- sands of people in Darfur and get away with leagues here in the House of Representatives it. When outsiders wax especially indignant, Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to pay tribute to the Rev. Dr. Solomon Eaddy, to join me as I rise to acknowledge the ac- the junta signs another protocol and makes complishments of the Reverend Dr. Leah Gas- a tactical concession. But its strategy re- Pastor of the Mount Carmel Baptist Church of mains unchanged: to cement control over Timmonsville, South Carolina; and Elizabeth kin Fitchue. Durfur by decimating the tribes that back Baptist Church of Florence, South Carolina. Dr. Fitchue is the first woman to serve as various local rebels. And join with his congregations and commu- President of Payne Theological Seminary, a The first phony concession came in April. nity in wishing him well as he celebrates his 160 year old institution sponsored by the Afri- Sudan’s government signed on to a cease-fire 40th anniversary as pastor of Mount Carmel can Methodist Episcopal Church. She is the promising to ‘‘refrain from any act of vio- on December 4th. first African American woman president of the lence or any other abuse on civilian popu- 244 Association of Theological Schools (ATS) lations.’’ Since then the government has par- Rev. Dr. Eaddy has made service to the and the first woman to serve as president of ticipated in unprovoked assaults on villages, church and his community a cornerstone of any historically black theological seminary. murdering men, raping women and tossing his life. He began his formal higher education children into flames that consume their As Dr. Fitchue is inaugurated, I am pleased at Morris College in Sumter, South Carolina that all her efforts have led to this most de- huts. In July Sudan’s rulers signed a commu- from which he received a Bachelor of The- nique with Mr. Annan, promising to ‘‘ensure serving position. It was my pleasure to know that no militias are present in all areas sur- ology. Later, he would receive an Honorary this promising young woman when she was rounding Internally Displaced Persons Doctorate from this same school. He also an outstanding student at South Side High camps.’’ Since then militias have continued earned a Bachelor of Divinity at Morris Col- School (currently Malcolm X. Shabazz) in to encircle the camps, raping women and lege. He attended the Moody Bible Institute, Newark, New Jersey where I served as faculty girls who venture out in search of firewood. and completed additional studies at Florence member. Dr. Fitchue was active in community In August Sudan’s government promised Jan Darlington Technical College and McLeod Re- and civic organizations and among her Pronk, Mr. Annan’s envoy, to provide a list gional Medical Center. of militia leaders. No list has been forth- achievements was placing 15st in the NAACP coming. Last week, in a concession that per- As a young man, Rev. Dr. Eaddy was one Youth Council’s Annual Oratorical Contest. haps reflected nervousness about the ap- of the first black policemen in the City of Flor- Over the years, Dr. Fitchue has returned to proaching Security Council meeting in ence, South Carolina. He served in that ca- Newark to visit her mother and to participate Kenya, the government signed two new pro- pacity for 15 years. It was during his tenure as in various community events. We still count tocols, committing itself among other things a policeman that he founded the Boys Club of her as a Newarker. to protect the rights of Internally Displaced Florence that still thrives today. He also A published author and a poet, Dr. Fitchue Persons.’’ A few hours later, government served for five years in the United States Navy holds degrees from Rutgers University, the forces stormed a camp for displaced people. as a Petty Officer, First Class. Rev. Dr. In sum, the considered judgment of Su- University of Michigan, Princeton Theological dan’s rulers is that they can flout inter- Eaddy’s first church calling was as pastor of Seminary and Harvard University. Her motto national commitments with impunity. Un- the Mount Tabor Baptist Church in Evergreen, for Payne Theological Seminary, ‘‘So High A less that judgment can be changed, the Secu- South Carolina. He served at Mount Tabor for Mission, So Holy A Calling’’ taken from found- rity Council session in Kenya will not four years before being called to Elizabeth er Daniel Alexander Payne, depicts an ethos achieve anything. Sudan’s dictatorship must Baptist Church and Mount Carmel Baptist that centers on educating leaders in African be credibly threatened with sanctions that Church, both of which he still serves today. As American Studies, Biblical Studies, Historical target officials responsible for war crimes, Pastor of Elizabeth Baptist he has worked to Studies, Theological Studies, Practical Ministry and these officials must also be made to face rebuild the sanctuary and remodel the edu- the possibility of prosecution. Beyond that, and Supervised Ministry. outsiders need to recognize that there is lit- cation building and fellowship hall. During this Dr. Fitchue’s civic, community, professional tle prospect of security for Darfur’s people— period, he worked with the young members of and social affiliations include Delta Sigma and therefore little prospect of a return to the congregation to organize a Junior Mis- Theta Sorority; Founding Board member of destroyed villages, a resumption of agricul- sionary Society. New Jersey Coalition of 100 Black Women; tural production and an escape from starva- Mount Carmel also saw remodeling and in- Links, Inc.; Minority Arts Resource Council tion—without a serious peacekeeping force. novation under the pastoral guidance of the (MARC); Christian Community Development Gen. Romeo Dallaire, the U.N. commander in Association (CCDA); Sojourners; Call to Re- Rwanda during the genocide a decade ago, Rev. Dr. Eaddy. Here, too, he remodeled the has suggested that a force of 44,000 is needed. church sanctuary. He also led in establishing newal; Association of Urban Theological Edu- Charles R. Snyder, the senior State Depart- a Sunday School Choir and a Junior Choir. cation and Ministry (AUTEM); Board of Re- ment official on Sudan, has estimated that Rev. Dr. Eaddy also established a Baptist gents for Northwest Graduate School of Min- securing Darfur would take 60 to 70 battal- Teaching Union not only at Mount Carmel, but istry and International Urban Associates; ions. also at Elizabeth and Mount Tabor Baptist American Academy of Religion and the Soci- More than a year and a half into Darfur’s Churches. ety for the Study of Black Religion. genocide, the United States and its allies Mr. Speaker, I am sure my colleagues will have proved unwilling to consider that kind Rev. Dr. Eaddy has been honored with the South Carolina House of Representatives agree that Dr. Fitchue’s historical election was of commitment. They have moved at a well deserved and that she will serve Payne snail’s pace to support a 3,500-strong African Service Award for 35 years of pastoral care in Union force, which in any case would be in- the Pee Dee area. He is a member of the Ma- Theological Seminary well as its President. adequate; the record of deploying underpow- sonic Lodge #381 and an Eastern Star Broth- f ered peacekeepers in war zones is that the er. He also maintains membership in the Mu- peacekeepers get humiliated. The allies are TRIBUTE TO VALERIE WILLIAMS, tual Aide Lodge #5, where he once served as THE BUCKHANNON BUSINESS starting to discuss another U.N. resolution, President and is now a Noble Father. He is but this seems likely yet again to lack a real AND PROFESSIONAL WOMAN OF threat of sanctions. Up to a point, this is un- also the moderator of the New Hope Union. THE YEAR derstandable: Security Council members Rev. Dr. Eaddy is married to and shares his such as China are opposed to strong action, church service with Mrs. Susanna Law Eaddy. HON. SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO and the United States is conserving limited They have four children, and seven grand- OF WEST VIRGINIA military and diplomatic resources for Iraq children. and the war on terrorism. But Darfur’s crisis IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues is so awful that the usual balancing of na- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 tional priorities is immoral. Some 300,000 to join me and my fellow South Carolinians in people may have died in Darfur so far, and honoring Rev. Dr. Solomon Eaddy for a life- Mrs. CAPITO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in the dying is not yet finished. time of dedicated service to God and country. honor of Valerie Williams, the Buckhannon

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00016 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.089 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2033 Business and Professional Woman of the PAYING TRIBUTE TO KEN REYHER American Defense Service Medal, European- Year, and to proclaim October 18–22, 2004 African-Middle Eastern Campaign Medal with National Businesswomen’s Week. HON. SCOTT McINNIS 1 Bronze Service Star, World War II Victory Working women now number 62.7 million OF COLORADO Medal, and the Honorable Service Lapel But- strong in America’s workforce and strive to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ton, WWII. serve their communities, their states, and their The sacrifices that these two individuals nation in professional, civic and cultural capac- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 gave to our country are immeasurable—they ities. In particular, I acknowledge the signifi- Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay trib- both answered their country’s call to serve cant contributions of the Business and Profes- ute to Ken Reyher, colorful storyteller, author, with great honor. I wish I could have been sional Women of Buckhannon, West Virginia, and performer from Olathe, Colorado who present to celebrate these awards with both to their city, state, and nation. educates his fellow citizens about the history Mr. Bielski and Mr. Bills. However, on behalf Women-owned businesses account for over of the America’s beginnings in the West. Ken of the Sixth District of Michigan, I would like to one-third of all firms in the country and employ is an excellent teacher who stimulates his lis- extend my greatest wishes and tribute to one in four American workers. Major goals of teners interest in our Nation’s history, and it is these valiant heroes. business and professional women are to pro- my privilege in recognizing his service and f mote equality for all women and to help create passion for history before this body of Con- COMMEMORATING JUDGE WILLIAM better conditions for businesswomen through gress and this Nation. M. MARUTANI the study of social, educational, economic, Ken is an avid historian, and former school- and political problems. teacher who reenacts the Western lifestyle by All of us are proud of women’s leadership in hiking the old trapper trails in authentic cloth- HON. MICHAEL M. HONDA these many endeavors. ing from the 1830’s. He shares his experi- OF CALIFORNIA Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join ences and understanding of Western Colorado IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES me in honoring Valerie Williams as in a couple of performances every month, in- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Buckhannon Business and Professional cluding using his own cowboy poetry and cos- Mr. HONDA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Woman of the Year and in proclaiming Octo- tumes. Additionally, Ken has published several mourn the loss of the Honorable William M. ber 18–22 National Businesswomen’s Week. books and magazine articles on the subject. Marutani, who recently passed away at the f Growing up on a cattle ranch in Southeast age of 81. He will be fondly remembered for IN HONOR OF THE PRESIDIO OF Colorado as a kid, Ken has always had a pas- his contributions to civil rights and social jus- MONTEREY sion for the West and believes that it is impor- tice issues, and for his tenure as a distin- tant that history is passed on from generation guished Judge. I am honored to stand before HON. SAM FARR to generation. Congress to recognize his significant accom- Mr. Speaker, Ken Reyher is a man who has OF CALIFORNIA plishments. developed his passion into a wonderful learn- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES During World War II, Judge Marutani and ing tool for children and adults of all ages that his family were among the numerous U.S. ci- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 yearn to discover the mysteries of the Amer- vilians of Japanese descent who were wrong- Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ican West. I am honored to recognize such a fully forced into internment camps in 1942. honor the Presidio of Monterey and its historic dedicated teacher and storyteller before this Following his incarceration, he and his two status for our nation, and for the State of Cali- body of Congress and this Nation. Thanks for younger brothers served on the U.S. Military fornia. This month the Sons of the American your passion and your service to Colorado, Intelligence Service. Revolution will be honoring the Presidios of Ken, and I wish you all the best in your future In the landmark case Loving vs. Virginia San Diego, Monterey, Santa Barbara and San endeavors. (1967), Judge Marutani became the first Japa- Francisco as historical sites for their role in the f nese American to argue before the U.S. Su- American Revolution. preme Court. Representing the Japanese Indeed, many of our fellow citizens are un- VALIANT HEROES American Citizens League as an amicus cu- aware of the role of Spain in our founding as riae petitioner, Judge Marutani urged the re- a new nation, but it was an important part of HON. FRED UPTON versal of the anti-miscegenation laws in 17 the global politics of the time. On June 21, OF MICHIGAN states. As a result of Loving vs. Virginia, the 1779, King Carlos III declared war on England IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 17 states were forced to reverse their laws, in support of the American colonies, a declara- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 and interracial marriages became legal. tion that affected not only the Iberian Penin- Judge Marutani was a practicing attorney in sula, but also the Spanish colonies in the New Mr. UPTON. Mr. Speaker, as we come to- Philadelphia until his appointment as a Judge World. Monterey was one such colony. gether as a nation to celebrate Veteran’s Day, on the Common Court of Pleas. He was ap- In order to assist the militias and people of I would like to honor two American patriots pointed by Governor Milton Jerrold Shapp of the united colonies, King Carlos requested who are receiving long-overdue medals com- Pennsylvania in 1975, and was elected for a that all citizens and residents of Alta California memorating their service to our country. The full ten year term in 1977. He served as the donate money to the struggle. These dona- sacrifices that these heroes made to protect first Pennsylvania Judge of Asian American tions, when gathered together by Father our country and defend freedom will never be descent. Junipero Serra, totaled 2,683 Spanish silver forgotten. In 1981, Judge Marutani served as a Presi- dollars, a sizable amount that no doubt greatly Mr. David Matthew Bielski, a Vietnam War dential appointee and sole Japanese Amer- assisted the funding and financing of this new veteran from Kalamazoo, Michigan, has been ican commissioner on the Commission on nation. Besides the local assistance provided awarded with the Silver Star and the Army Wartime Relocation and Internment of Civil- by the residents of the Presidio and sur- Commendation Medal. From April 25th to April ians. The Commission’s recommendation rounding missions, Spain’s contributions to the 26th, 1968, in the A Shau Valley of Vietnam, prompted Congress to pass the Civil Liberties fight for independence were of vital impor- David gallantly fought enemy soldiers, and lo- Act of 1988, which issued a formal apology as tance in bringing about the eventual defeat of cated trapped and wounded American troops. well as symbolic payments to surviving individ- the British army and the Treaty of Paris. During his service, David was wounded three uals incarcerated during the war. In this victory Mr. Speaker, most of my constituents al- times, which he received the Purple Heart. In and throughout his career, Judge Marutani ready know the Presidio of Monterey well, be- addition to these two high honors, David has was instrumental in fighting for the civil rights cause it is still an operating military base also been awarded with the Vietnam Service of Japanese Americans. today. While the fact that it is still a major Medal with 4 Bronze Service Stars and the Earlier this year, the Asian American Bar training center for today’s military may mask Good Conduct Medal. Association of the Delaware Valley commis- its historical importance overall, it is recogni- Mr. Miland W. Bills, a World War II veteran sioned a portrait of Judge Marutani, which is tion such as this month’s presentation by the from Kalamazoo, Michigan, has been awarded displayed in Philadelphia’s City Hall. This Sons of the American Revolution that keep with the POW Medal. During his service to our honor was conferred for his dedication to the that history alive. I commend them for their country, Miland was a POW in Germany from Asian American legal community, ensuring work in highlighting this important institution, December 31, 1943 to May 3, 1945. In addi- that its voice was heard and well-represented. and thank them for continuing to remind us of tion to the POW Medal, Miland has also re- Judge Marutani’s passion for human rights how important our national history is to us all. ceived the Air Medal, Good Conduct Medal, and the advancement of social equality in our

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00017 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.092 E18PT1 E2034 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 nation will not be forgotten. As a proud advo- South Carolina. But his impact has been felt model, a resilient leader, and a renowned cate of civil rights, he serves as a role model far beyond that campus. motivator. In short, Coach Willie Jeffries is a to the local and national communities on Coach Jeffries is a man of humble begin- national treasure. whose behalf he selflessly served. I am hon- nings. He was born in Union, South Carolina. f ored to pay tribute to his distinguished life of His widowed mother raised him in a two-room dedication, kindness, generosity, and wisdom. house in this segregated Southern town. Earn- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD HON- Mr. Speaker, I would like to extend my ing money by working various jobs at the local ORING THE MEMORY OF DOLO- deepest condolences to Judge Marutani’s fam- white-only country club, he got to see how the RES ‘‘DELL’’ A. RAUDELUNAS ily and friends. Please join me in honoring other side lived. Judge William Marutani, a truly exceptional in- He graduated from South Carolina State HON. DONALD M. PAYNE dividual who dedicated his life to the service of University with a Bachelor’s degree in civil en- OF NEW JERSEY others. gineering and a Master’s degree in guidance IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f and counseling. Having played football and baseball for the historically black college, Wednesday, November 17, 2004 FULL CIRCLE: TURNING LIVES Coach Jeffries secured coaching jobs at seg- Mr. PAYNE. Mr. Speaker, I ask my col- AROUND regated high schools in Lancaster and leagues here in the House of Representatives Gaffney, South Carolina. After compiling a six- to join me as I rise to honor the memory and HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL year 65–7–2 record with three consecutive legacy of Dell Raudelunas, former Chief Exec- OF NEW YORK state AAA championships, North Carolina A&T utive Officer for the United Way of Union IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES came calling with an assistant coach’s job, County. which started Coach Jeffries in college coach- When Dell passed away on October 12, Wednesday, November 17, 2004 ing. He was next lured to Pittsburgh as an as- 2004, she left behind a lifetime of achieve- Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise to com- sistant coach. There he tasted coaching ments to her family, community and the United mend the work of the Full Circle Life Enrich- against big-time college football schools such Way. As a pioneer in leadership for social ment Center (FCLEC) located in the Bronx, as Florida State, UCLA and West Virginia. services, Dell exhibited great courage and New York. But when his alma mater sought him out, served as a role model for many women and Founded in 1999 by Derek Suite, MD, the the 36-year-old Coach Jeffries jumped at the United Way professionals. She was a true FCLEC serves as a non-profit faith-based chance to come home and lead his beloved leader who has been described as being dy- community mental health education and train- Bulldogs. In six seasons as his alma mater’s namic, professional, insightful and determined. ing center. The center is dedicated to head coach, he compiled a 50–13–4 record In addition to her role as CEO for the United destigmatizing attitudes towards mental health and became a hot prospect for other head Way of Union County, she helped to launch problems, increasing access to mental coaching positions. It was an offer from Wich- United Way organizations in Hunterdon and healthcare and helping to empower families ita State in Kansas that enticed Coach Jeffries Sussex Counties. She served on the United that deal with life’s challenges. Problems such to leave S.C. State. It was historic. Coach Way’s National Task Force for Development of as depression, anxiety, unemployment, do- Jeffries became the first African American to Women and the National Professional Advi- mestic violence, trauma, marital conflict, drug serve as the head football coach of a predomi- sory Council. In their first Annual Tribute to use, HIV/AIDS, asthma, diabetes, racial dis- nantly white university. At Wichita State, he Women, the Boy Scouts honored her for being parities, homelessness, and unemployment led a team that had lost 14 of its last 15 sea- an exemplary role model. As an advocate for have become steadily more pressing over the sons to an 8–3 season after four years of re- education, she served as a member of the past decade. This organization has contributed building. After five years, he left the program, Union County College Board of Governors valuable resources to the Bronx community which later folded, and became the head where she chaired the nominating and audit- and has set an exceptional example of serv- coach for Howard University, where he spent ing committees. ice. another five years. As Dell is remembered during a Memorial Full Circle has again and again dem- In 1989, another tug from S.C. State Service on October 23, 2004, many will recall onstrated its commitment to compassion by of- brought Coach Jeffries back to the place her caring of others and the impact she made fering over 50 workshops in 2003 that ad- where his love of football began. He coached in the community. Her vision for the social and dressed some of the most troubling trends in another 13 years, before retiring following the economic development of Union County led to urban communities such as the rise in depres- 2001 season to become the Director of Ath- her being a founding member and chairperson sion, domestic violence, marital conflict, drug letic Fund Raising for the Bulldogs. During his of the Union County Alliance. Dell also served use, HIV/AIDS, asthma, heart diseases, diabe- 29-year coaching career, Coach Jeffries on other Councils and Boards where her tes, racial disparities, homelessness, and un- amassed a 179–132–6 record. This tremen- membership was valued. employment. These seminars bring together dous record included six Mid-Eastern Athletic Mr. Speaker, I know my colleagues join me leading urban health care experts and edu- Conference (MEAC) championships, two na- in letting Dolores ‘‘Dell’’ A. Raudelunas’ family, cators who share a strong belief in a spir- tional titles, several post-season appearances, friends and associates know that her memory itually-sensitive approach to tackling the most and numerous coaching awards. He holds the will always be honored and cherished. pervasive of inner-city concerns. title for the most wins of any S.C. State coach f Full Circle has positively affected over and the most MEAC victories. 10,000 lives, and its impact has spread hope Coach Jeffries has been inducted into the TRIBUTE TO MARANATHA in people’s lives. Once again, let us as a body South Carolina State University Athletic Hall of FELLOWSHIP CHURCH commend the efforts of Full Circle and ac- Fame, the South Carolina Athletic Hall of knowledge publicly the contribution of this or- Fame and the MEAC Hall of Fame. He has HON. SHELLEY MOORE CAPITO ganization. been honored with South Carolina’s Order of OF WEST VIRGINIA f the Silver Crescent, the state’s highest award IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for community service. He has received the Wednesday, November 17, 2004 TRIBUTE TO COACH WILLIE Black Coaches’ Association with a lifetime JEFFRIES achievement award and is enshrined in the Mrs. CAPITO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in Palmetto State’s Black Hall of Fame. Since honor of Maranatha Fellowship Church in HON. JAMES E. CLYBURN 2002, he has served on the NCAA Football Saint Albans, West Virginia, and their celebra- OF SOUTH CAROLINA Rules Committee. tion of twenty-eight (28) years of service to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues Kanawha Valley and surrounding area. to join me in commending Coach Willie On October 13, 1976, Pastor James R. Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Jeffries for his extraordinary contributions and Wright, Jr. held a service in the living room of Mr. CLYBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to courage. His is a legendary football coach that a home in Dunbar, West Virginia. Twenty-eight pay tribute to a trailblazer, an athletic legend has touched many lives on and off the playing (28) years later, Maranatha and Rev. Wright and a dear friend—Coach Willie Jeffries. field. He is an inspiration to young people who minister to a loving, caring congregation of Coach Jeffries has dedicated much of his ex- aspire to rise above their current cir- over 3,000 people from every walk of life. traordinary career to my alma mater, South cumstances and even break barriers. This In particular, I acknowledge Dr. James R. Carolina State University in Orangeburg, humble man from humble beginnings is a role Wright, Jr., Pastor of Maranatha Fellowship

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00018 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.096 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2035 Church. Through Dr. Wright’s vision and lead- since That Championship Season opened the I ask that the Celebration of Life obituary be ership, this church has made a significant con- Hartnell College Performing Arts Center, di- printed in the RECORD. tribution to the lives of thousands of West Vir- rected by founder of The Western Stage, Ron A CELEBRATION OF LIFE ginians. Danko. Dr. Bobby Joe Tolbert was the fourteenth Maranatha is also widely known for the Clearly, The Western Stage has a commit- child born to the union of Woodie and Jatie Semi-annual Passion Play that was created by ment to the artistic health of the community Tolbert in Montevello, Alabama. He was pre- Virginia Wright, wife of Pastor James Wright. providing support and assistance to and nur- ceded in death by both parents and nine sib- This play reaches 15,000–18,000 people in turing young artists and arts organizations. Mr. lings; Woodie, Jr., Madelyn McComb, Andrew eight performances, which is another example Speaker, I would like to take this opportunity Tolbert, William Tolbert, Lonnie Tolbert, of this church’s ever-growing ministry. to thank The Western Stage for the out- Rosie Bell Tolbert, Georgia Harris, Lois Mr. Speaker, I urge my colleagues to join standing work it has done and honor the many Mays, and Earlene Williams. Dr. Tolbert received his early education and confessed his me in honoring Maranatha Fellowship Church accomplishments of its staff and volunteers. faith and hope in God in Montevello. as they celebrate their twenty-eight years of f As a young man, Dr. Tolbert moved to Chi- ministry to the Kanawha Valley and West Vir- PAYING TRIBUTE TO JACK QUINN cago, Illinois where he played professional ginia. baseball in the Negro American League. f From there he entered the White Sox Organi- HON. SCOTT McINNIS zation, playing in the Minor Leagues for the IN HONOR OF THE WESTERN OF COLORADO Kansas City Monarchs. STAGE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES He attended Cortez Peters Business College where he met his loving and devoted wife. Wednesday, November 17, 2004 HON. SAM FARR This union was blessed with two sons Darryl Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay trib- Wayne and Reginald Fitzgerald. Under the OF CALIFORNIA ute to Jack Quinn, the Director of the Housing mentoring of his father-in-law, Reverend IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Authority for the City of Pueblo, Colorado who F.L. Porter, Sr., he received his call to the Wednesday, November 17, 2004 has dedicated his life to improving the lives of ministry—thereby moving from the ball team to ‘‘God’s Team.’’ Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to con- others in need. It is a privilege to stand before Desiring to prepare for the ministry, he gratulate the Western Stage on the 30th Anni- this body of Congress and this Nation and rec- matriculated to Chicago Baptist Institute, versary of its first performance in our commu- ognize his outstanding record of service to the De Paul University and he received an Hon- nity. Pueblo community today. orary Doctor of Divinity Degree from Ten- The Western Stage, founded in 1974 on the Jack grew up in Connecticut and graduated nessee School of Religion, Memphis, Ten- campus of Hartnell College, is the Salinas Val- from Fairfield University with a degree in nessee. Chemistry, but his life took a different path Dr. Tolbert was called to the pastorship of ley’s public theatre and is a leading arts insti- Bethel Baptist Church in Three Rivers, tution of Monterey County with a national when he took a volunteer job with the Catholic Diocese of Pueblo. After teaching grade Michigan over thirty-six years ago, where he presence and impact. For over three decades served as a steadfast and devout leader of The Western Stage has served the diverse school Jack found his passion working with God’s people until he went home to be with population of the central coast region of Cali- the Pueblo Housing Authority where he has the Lord. Under his charge, they built a new fornia, presenting an annual season of plays served with distinction for thirty-six years. church edifice; he developed and built a and musicals and educational programming of Today, he and his sixty-five person staff Recreation and Learning Center; and he set the highest professional standard. Over 400 manage 2,500 housing units in the city. They up a College Scholarship Program for under- privileged students. In addition to all of Dr. students, community members and profes- are responsible for renovating several Pueblo properties and turning them into affordable Tolbert’s spiritual endeavors, he made a last- sionals participate each year, and the annual ing impact on the whole city of Three Riv- audience numbers exceed 25,000 patrons. housing for low-income families, preserving historical landmarks in the process. In addition ers. The Western Stage also engages the com- His civic activities over the years of dedi- to his work with the Housing Authority, Jack munity via its involvement with Hartnell Com- cated service include: Three Rivers Commu- munity College. The Western Stage Auxiliary spends his spare time serving on local boards nity Chest Board, St. Joseph County Mental Corporation is governed by a board of direc- such as the United Way, the Packard Founda- Health Board, President of Three Rivers tors composed of community leaders and tion and the Boys Club. Ministerial Association, Sixteen years as Mr. Speaker, Jack Quinn is a dedicated elected trustees of the College. The Western President of the Three Rivers Branch member of his community who has made a NAACP, Sixteen years on the Three Rivers Stage manages the Hartnell College Per- difference in the lives of his fellow citizens. I Hospital Authority Board, Kalamazoo/St. Jo- forming Arts Center and administers the aca- am honored to stand before this body of Con- seph County Private Industry Council (five demic theatre program for the Hartnell College gress and this Nation and recognize his exem- years), Three Rivers Community School District under the direction of John Light, Me- Board of Education (five years), two of those plary record of service. Thanks for all your lissa Chin Parker and Jon Patrick Selover, years as President. hard work Jack, and I wish you all the best in three company veterans with an average of 15 Dr. Tolbert participated in the organiza- your future endeavors. years each of experience with the Western tion and implementation of the Biddy Bas- Stage. f ketball program (now called Junior Pro), and Fraternal Order of Police Baseball Program Furthermore, The Western Stage is a found- CELEBRATION OF LIFE OBITUARY which he coached for five years. As a mem- ing partner of the John Steinbeck Chair at OF DR. BOBBY JOE TOLBERT ber of the Civitan Service Club, he helped or- Hartnell College and The National Steinbeck ganize the first youth chapter of Civitan. Center, the Salinas Public Library and Part- HON. FRED UPTON Dr. Tolbert served on the Three Rivers ners for Peace, and has numerous artistic ac- School Board Committee for the building of OF MICHIGAN complishments of note with adaptations of Three Rivers Middle School, and many other IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES major works of American literature and that of advisory committees. Pastor Tolbert has John Steinbeck: East of Eden (1992, 1994, Wednesday, November 17, 2004 supported the total community, all while 2000), Tortilla Flat (2001), Viva! Zapata serving his people in the Pastoral Ministry Mr. UPTON. Mr. Speaker, I regret to inform position. (2000), Cannery Row (1995 & 2005) and the House that during the October break, a Dr. Tolbert’s life work centered on his deep Travels With Charley (1998); as well as adap- great American, the Reverend Doctor Bobby commitment to do God’s will as a spiritual tations in collaboration with authors Studs Joe Tolbert passed away. His memorial serv- leader, his family and his community. He Terkel (The Good War 1988), Ray Bradbury ice was held October 12th at the Bethel Bap- was a man of faith, integrity, and deep con- (Something Wicked This Way Comes, 1991) tist Church in Three Rivers, Michigan. viction. The legacy he has left will be a guid- and Victor Villasenˆor (Rain of Gold 2003 & Rev. Tolbert was a strong man of faith and ing force for countless numbers. His mem- 2005); and world premieres of Summer Stock he was a pillar of strength in St. Joe County. ory, the lessons he taught and the love he (for Harold Arlen, 2000) and Song of Survival He was respected by all and made a dif- shared is motivation for us to continue to carry the torch and make this world a better (for WWII Dutch POW Helen Colijn, by Califor- ference for thousands—whether it was thru his place. nia’s Ray and Eleanor Harder, 1997). service on the school board, pulpit, business He leaves to cherish his memory and cele- Today’s performance of Sweeney Todd, the board member, Dad, and husband. All that brate his life: his beloved wife of forty-five Demon Barber of Fleet Street, directed by Jon knew him miss him but know he is now pray- years—Henri’Etta; two sons—Darryl Wayne Patrick Selover, commemorates 30 years ing for us. (Connie) of Flint, Michigan and Reginald

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00019 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.101 E18PT1 E2036 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 Fitzgerald (Victoria) of Jacksonville, Flor- CAFTA HONORING OWENSBORO SOUTHERN ida; six grandchildren—Wayne Tolbert, Dan- LITTLE LEAGUE BASEBALL iel Tolbert, and Dylan Tolbert of Three Riv- ers, Michigan and Jessica Tolbert, Brittany HON. CASS BALLENGER Marie Tolbert, and Joshua Tolbert of Jack- HON. RON LEWIS OF KENTUCKY sonville, Florida; four sisters—Mary Ella OF NORTH CAROLINA Bender of Montgomery, Alabama, Ethel IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Crenshaw (John) of Chicago, Illinois, Helen Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Tinker of Chereville, Indiana, and Wilma Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Mr. LEWIS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I rise Abrams (Walter) of North Chicago, Illinois; a today to recognize the Owensboro Southern host of nieces and nephews; a very special Mr. BALLENGER. Mr. Speaker, during my Little League Baseball Team for their remark- friend, Dr. Leroy Shelton; adopted parents, nearly two decades in Congress, our country Dr. W.G. and Mary Terry; his wonderful and able season and recent participation in the Lit- has made major efforts throughout the world loving Bethel Church Family; and a count- tle League World Series in Williamsport, Penn- less number of friends. to develop the growth and success of demo- sylvania. They demonstrated great sportsman- cratic governments. Because of our efforts in ship before a national audience, representing f Central America over the years, the specter of competitive values that make Kentucky proud. Communism has receded and the democ- The hours of extra practice under the leadership of Manager Vic Evans, Jr, brought this CONGRATULATING JUDGE COLIE racies and economies of El Salvador, Guate- NICHOLS ON HIS RETIREMENT impressive distinction to the State of Kentucky mala, Nicaragua and Honduras are beginning and City of Owensboro. I want my colleagues to flourish. These countries have now had at in the House of Representatives to know of least three peaceful changes of government the pride that I have in representing these ath- HON. JEFF MILLER through elections. I think we in this body letes and their families. OF FLORIDA should be proud of the part we have played in I would like to commend Owensboro South- ern for their magnificent season—an effort that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their success. epitomized team work, sportsmanship, and Mr. Speaker, much of this success is due to Wednesday, November 17, 2004 persistence. I ask my colleagues in the U.S. opening up trade between the U.S. and Cen- House of Representatives to join me in con- Mr. MILLER of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise tral America. With the Caribbean Basin Initia- gratulating these young athletes for their today to congratulate Judge Colie Nichols, Jr., tive, we have helped build growing economies achievement and wish them continued suc- on his retirement from the Santa Rosa County based on trade with the United States. More cess in seasons to come Courthouse. prosperity in CBI countries leads to more suc- f Colie Nichols was born in Graceville, Florida cessful democratic governments in this hemi- IN HONOR OF DAVID W. HOLMES on February 5, 1935 to the proud parents sphere and more prosperity and security here Colie, Sr. and Gladys Nichols. In 1955, he at home. HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE married Freida King and had three children, At the present time we are undertaking a OF DELAWARE Rod, Stan, and Garth. After earning his Bach- similar mission in the Middle East. Increasing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES elor’s of Science degree at Florida State Uni- democracy and freedom in that region is vital Wednesday, November 17, 2004 versity in 1959, Colie went on to become a to the war on terrorism and America’s security. Mr. CASTLE. Mr. Speaker, it is with great probation and parole supervisor for the next However, we must not let our focus on Iraq pleasure that I rise today to honor and pay eight years. and Afghanistan cause us to forget the work tribute to David W. Holmes for his twenty In 1973 Governor Reuben Askew appointed that remains to be done to strengthen our years of service as a SCORE Counselor in Colie Nichols for County Judge, and for the neighbors in Central America. We have come Delaware. Dr. Holmes, born and raised in Fre- last thirty years Judge Nichols has been a fix- too far to abandon them now. mont, Ohio, earned a Bachelor’s degree from ture on the bench. Since 1982 he has been Amherst College and a Ph.D. in Chemistry Five Central American nations and the Do- re-elected without opposition and now a state from the University of Michigan. After com- minican Republic have negotiated a free trade age limitation for judges is forcing the 69-year- pleting his education, Dr. Holmes began what agreement with the United States that, despite old to retire this year. would become a thirty-seven year career with concerns voiced by some in this country, is the Dupont Company. His retirement is the ending of an era, an beneficial to all concerned. The presidents of During the course of his career with the Du- era in which any profession could be a means the Central American nations have approved pont Company, Dr. Holmes took on assign- into the judicial sector. Judge Nichols was not this agreement and these nations are now ments in research, sales, and manufacturing. an attorney, yet excelled at providing justice waiting for us to join them in making the Cen- In addition, he spent his final twenty years for all in his courtroom. tral American Free Trade Agreement a reality. with the company handling senior manage- Even though Judge Nichols was busy as an ment responsibilities in manufacturing and Mr. Speaker, as we continue to divert our overseer of justice, he also remained active in worldwide sales. Upon his retirement from Du- attention elsewhere, time is running out for our his community. He was a member of the Gov- pont, Dr. Holmes spent three years working in ernor’s Advisory Committee on Criminal Jus- legislature to approve DR–CAFTA. Without the small business world. It was during these tice, a member of Alcoholism Rehabilitation this agreement, the democracies we have three years that he was able to gain valuable experience in various different business envi- Advisory Subcouncil, First Vice-President of helped build in Central America will be less ronments, from the small to the very large. the Florida Conference of County Judges, prosperous in the increasingly competitive global marketplace. Unless we allow these In 1983, Dr. Holmes joined SCORE (Service President of the Milton Lions Club, President Corp of Retired Executives). SCORE, an orga- fledgling democracies the access they need to of the United Way of Santa Rosa County, and nization that counsels the small business com- many other educational and community cen- compete with the rising tide of Chinese immunity, is staffed entirely by volunteers. These tered organizations. ports, they will be more likely to revert to cor- volunteers give their time and energy to assist Today, I salute a man who has dedicated rupt regimes that base their existence on trade others in both starting up and effectively oper- his life to protecting freedom, ensuring liberty, in illegal drugs instead of trade in goods and ating small businesses. Specifically, Dr. and defending the principles of this country. services. Holmes’ service to SCORE and the small His exemplary service has guaranteed that the It would be a tragedy to abandon our Cen- business community has centered around United States will continue to prosper as the tral American neighbors now. We in this body counseling, training and information sessions for small businesses throughout the State of world’s greatest nation. have done so much to foster democracy and Delaware. He has assisted with entrepre- Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States economic stability in Central America—we neurial educational projects and presented a Congress, I would like to congratulate Judge cannot allow them to fail at this crucial mo- plethora of business training workshops. Colie Nichols, Jr. on his retirement and wish ment. I urge my colleagues to support DR– Mr. Speaker, I commend and congratulate him many more years of success and happi- CAFTA and I urge the House leadership to Dr. Holmes on reaching the tremendous mile- ness. bring it to the floor for a vote this year. stone of twenty years of volunteer service with

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00020 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.106 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2037 SCORE in Delaware. Also, I would like to IN RECOGNITION OF CAROL G. clude the United Way of Stanislaus County, point out that as he celebrates twenty years of WHITESIDE the American Red Cross, High Speed Rail Au- volunteer service, Dr. Holmes is also cele- thority, California Center for Regional Leader- brating his ninetieth birthday. The time and ef- HON. DENNIS A. CARDOZA ship, and the Public Policy Institute of Cali- fort that Dr. Holmes has given to his fellow OF CALIFORNIA fornia. Delawareans is both commendable and much IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES It appears that there is no existing realm of appreciated. He is certainly an inspiration to public service that Carol Whiteside has not Wednesday, November 17, 2004 those around him. I am truly proud that he is touched. Her career is not limited to the San a Delawarean. Mr. CARDOZA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Joaquin Valley, California, or the United f honor Carol G. Whiteside, an individual who States. Since Carol resided in Landstuhl, Ger- has dedicated her life to public service at the many in 1972, she has remained actively in- IN RECOGNITION OF RENE F. local, state, national, and international levels. volved abroad. Her international endeavors RODRIGUEZ, M.D. Her impressive career deserves recognition, have taken her to Poland, Ukraine, the Baltic and her years of dedicated service to her local States, Morocco, and Korea. HON. ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN community of Stanislaus County, the State of It is without question that Carol Whiteside is OF FLORIDA California, and our nation, warrants tremen- a remarkable individual, professional business- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES dous respect. Throughout her successful life, woman, and motivated entrepreneur, charac- Carol has remained equally committed to her teristics that were most recently demonstrated Wednesday, November 17, 2004 family. She is married to Superior Court Judge by her latest accomplishment. Today, Carol is Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I would John G. Whiteside. Carol and John are the the President of the Great Valley Center, an like to take this opportunity to extend my proud parents of two adult sons, Brian and organization she founded in August 1997. This warmest congratulations to a very dedicated Derek. organization’s primary focus is to promote the physician, Dr. Rene F. Rodriguez, who has Carol began her career by earning a B.A. in economic, social and environmental well-being been devoted not only to his patients and the Psychology from the University of California, of California’s Central Valley. Under Carol’s underserved, but also to the improvement of Davis in 1964. Dedicated to her education, leadership and guidance, the Great Valley America’s healthcare system by breaking bar- she pursued postgraduate studies at Golden Center has elevated the region’s identity riers, improving access to medical services, Gate College in San Francisco and continued throughout our state and nation. treating all patients equally, and integrating her studies abroad through the University of Carol’s work ethic, professionalism, and Hispanic doctors and other Hispanic Southern California in Ramstein, Germany. dedication have earned her many honors healthcare professionals to these efforts. She entered the business world as a Per- throughout the years, which include the 1990 Dr. Rodriguez has been recognized as an sonnel Manager for Emporium Capwell Com- Soroptimist Woman of Distinction in Inter- excellent advocate for the underserved in pany in Santa Rosa, California in 1964, but it national Relations, the California State Assem- America and has been the recipient of a very was not long before returning to Germany, this bly Woman of the Year 1991 for the 27th As- distinguished award, ‘‘The 2004 Freddie-Public time to serve as an Education Counselor at sembly District, the Civic Entrepreneur of the Service Award’’. the Army Education Center in Landstuhl. Year in 2002, and the 2004 Excellence in He has been an enthusiastic and compas- By the mid-1970’s Carol returned to Mo- Public Service Award. Most recently, the sionate physician who has done admirable desto, California and began to build what American Legion Post 74 honored Carol by work throughout years of advocacy. His distin- would become one of the most reputable ca- naming her the 2004 Woman of the Year. guished medical career spans years of com- reers in public service known to our commu- This recognition that I am offering today be- mitment to public service and he has been a nity. For the past three decades, Carol fore the House of Representatives for Carol leader with numerous achievements. Whiteside has held various positions with the Whiteside is clearly deserved, and well over- He studied medicine at the University of City of Modesto and the State of California. In due. She is an invaluable member of the com- Salamanca in Spain, and is licensed to prac- all arenas of service, and with tremendous munity, an exemplary civil servant, and an out- tice medicine in several states in America. He commitment, Carol rose through the ranks of standing human being who will leave behind a was a Colonel in the U.S. Army Medical public office. She began her service in the City legacy to be admired for generations to come. Corps, and retired after more than 35 years of of Modesto in 1979 as a Modesto City School Mr. Speaker, I ask that my fellow colleagues service in the Military. While on active duty, he Board Trustee, and by 1987 she was elected join me in honoring Carol G. Whiteside for her directed the Orthopedic Clinic at Walter Reed the City’s Mayor, having served as Modesto many years of dedication to public service, for Army Medical Center. He was appointed to City School Board President, and as a mem- her countless contributions to the economic vi- the Council on Graduate Medical Education of ber of the Modesto City Council before her tality of the San Joaquin Valley, and for her the Department of Health and Human Serv- Mayoral victory. continued commitment to a brighter and more ices, the President’s Commission of the Na- Continuing to pursue greater and grander prosperous tomorrow. I am most certainly hon- tional Medal of Science, the Surgeon Gen- opportunities, Carol moved on to California ored to call her my friend, and it is my pleas- eral’s National Workshop on Hispanic-Latino State Government in 1991, being appointed to ure to recognize all of her accomplishments. Health Executive Planning Committee, the NIH the position of Assistant Secretary of the Inter- f Office of Minority Program Fact-Finding Team, governmental Relations, Resources Agency IN HONOR OF LAURA MUN˜ OZ- the Hispanic Advisor Task Force to the U.S. where she specialized in resource conserva- VELAZQUEZ Senate, and the Board of Scientific Coun- tion, land use and growth management issues. selors of the National Center for Health Statis- Within two years, she became the Director of tics of the Centers for Disease Control and Intergovernmental Affairs for California Gov- HON. SAM FARR OF CALIFORNIA Prevention. ernor Pete Wilson on issues of land use, fi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES He is a member of the American College of nance, restructuring and economic develop- Surgeons and the American Medical Associa- ment. Wednesday, November 17, 2004 tion, and is the Founder and President of the Throughout the years, Carol has also been Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Interamerican College of Physicians and Sur- extremely involved and held numerous posi- honor Mrs. Laura Munõz-Velazquez, who was geons, which is the largest and oldest organi- tions with countless associations, boards, or- named (LULAC) League of United and Latin zation of Hispanic doctors. He founded the ganizations, political committees and inter- American Citizens Woman of the Year. Mrs. National Hispanic Youth Initiative to encourage national entities. She has served as Chair- Munõz-Velazquez is one of several out- High School students to study careers in person for committees within the League of standing women who were nominated for this sciences and research, and has been the California Cities, U.S. Conference of Mayors, prestigious award. founder of medical journals for Spanish speak- and the National League of Cities. Over the Mrs. Munõz-Velazquez was born in Colusa, ing doctors and patients, such as ‘‘Medico last twenty years, Carol has been involved in California to a family of farm workers. Her par- Interamericano’’, ‘‘Medico de Familoa’’, and the National Women’s Political Caucus, as ents, Juanita Castanõn Munõz and Lucas the book ‘‘Usted y su Medico’’. He is currently well as several other political committees at Placenica Munõz, always stressed the impor- the Chief of the Orthopedic Section at the Vet- the state and national level. tance of education and encouraged her to go erans Medical Center in Miami, Florida. In addition to her tremendous achievements, to college. Laura heeded her parents, and in Please join me in recognizing Dr. Rodriguez Carol has found time to serve as a Board 1973, graduated from California State Univer- for his outstanding accomplishments. Member for more than 15 groups which in- sity Chico with a Bachelor of Arts degree in

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00021 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.111 E18PT1 E2038 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 Psychology. Mrs. Munõz-Velazquez also ob- Mr. Speaker, Al and Joanna Lacy have con- CONGRATULATING SHARON HAM- tained an Elementary Teaching Credential and tributed much toward the education and learn- MERSLA UPON HER RETIREMENT began teaching kindergarten for the Marysville ing of numerous children all across the coun- FROM THE HOUSE OF REP- School District. Soon after her time there, she try, giving parents a reliable source of enter- RESENTATIVES AFTER 32 YEARS moved to San Benito County with her hus- tainment for their kids. I am honored to recog- OF DEDICATED SERVICE band, Felipe Velasquez, and has been teach- nize the accomplishments of Al and Joanna ing for the Hollister School District since 1975. before this body of Congress and this Nation. HON. HENRY J. HYDE They have four sons: Richard, Adrian, Alejo, Thank you, Al and Joanna for all your hard OF ILLINOIS and Junior. work, and I wish you both all the best in your IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES While she was growing up, Mrs. Munõz- future endeavors. Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Velazquez attended a school system that did f not support maintaining Spanish language Mr. HYDE. Mr. Speaker, at the end of the while learning to write and speak in English. NATIONAL HUNGER AND 108th Congress, Sharon Hammersla will be Because she recognized the value of having a HOMELESS AWARENESS WEEK retiring from government service after thirty- good grasp of two languages, she purposely two years as a dedicated and distinguished chose to become a bilingual teacher, allowing HON. FRED UPTON public servant. Sharon has served as the Information Re- her to reclaim her primary language and cul- OF MICHIGAN source Manager for both the House Com- ture. Mrs. Munõz-Velazquez truly believes in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mittee on International Relations and the providing and promoting bilingualism and Wednesday, November 17, 2004 House Committee on the Judiciary under my biliteracy, which she feels is instrumental in chairmanship. In fact, Sharon worked for the the success of children learning a second lan- Mr. UPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to House Judiciary Committee during the im- guage. commemorate the National Hunger and peachment of President Clinton. Her efforts at Of course, with her giving nature, Mrs. Homelessness Awareness Week and to pay that time toward making the Committee’s work Munõz-Velazquez knows how significant it is tribute to the countless shelters and staffs on related events accessible to the public will to give back to the community and has been throughout the country who tirelessly work to be instrumental to historians when studying involved with multiple organizations such as address this ever-growing problem. that period of our Nation’s history. Prior to the United Way, American Cancer Society Throughout our nation help is increasingly working on the Judiciary and International Re- (ACS), Children with Attention Deficit Dis- needed to create safe places for people to call lations Committees, she served seventeen orders (CHADD), Mexican American Commu- home. The face of homelessness does not years with the House Science Committee. nity on Education (MACE), and League of have an age, race, or creed. Over one million Just because Sharon is leaving The Hill United and Latin American Citizens Council of our nation’s homeless are children and fam- doesn’t mean that she won’t be busy. She will (LULAC) #2890. She has also taught religion ilies comprise of nearly 40 percent of the en- maintain her position in history-making and classes at Sacred Heart Church, preparing tire homeless population. There is no question continue to serve as a member of the Board many young ones for Holy Communion. that homelessness is a serious problem, and of Directors of the Dr. Samuel A. Mudd Mu- Mr. Speaker, I would like to take this oppor- we must ensure that our shelters are provided seum in Bryantown, Maryland, where she has tunity to thank Mrs. Laura Munõz-Velazquez with the necessary assistance. been a docent, and she will be publishing her for the outstanding work she’s done in my dis- One particular shelter that is truly making a first book on her family’s genealogy early next trict. I would like to honor and congratulate her difference is the Emergency Shelter Service year. Most importantly, however, she will be on her accomplishments and express my sin- Inc., of Benton Harbor, Michigan. The service, joining her husband, Don, in catching up with cere gratitude for her commitment to the com- care, and opportunity that this shelter provides family and friends and enjoying life with their munity. for the homeless folks of Southwest Michigan grandchildren. f is tremendous. I recently had the chance to visit with the Mr. Speaker, Sharon Hammersla has PAYING TRIBUTE TO AL AND staff and residents of the shelter. It was heart- served her country with honor and distinction. JOANNA LACY warming to see firsthand, individuals getting Please join me in congratulating her on an il- back on their feet, ready to start anew. The lustrious career in federal service and wishing HON. SCOTT McINNIS shelter provides the helping hand that many her well as she embarks on new adventures. f OF COLORADO folks need. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The nine-bedroom shelter, a 100-year old A TRIBUTE TO MRS. TANNER house along Pipestone Street, currently JOHNSON LIVISAY Wednesday, November 17, 2004 houses 35 people, many of which are children. Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay trib- Residents stay for a maximum of 30 days, and HON. NICK J. RAHALL II ute to Al and Joanna Lacy, a retired Baptist the shelter staff work with them to find afford- OF WEST VIRGINIA minister and his wife who have authored nu- able, appropriate housing. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES merous educational books for children. The re- I am pleased to report that the top floor of search and historical background that Al and the house was recently insulated for the winter Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Joanna present in these books have helped which will allow a few more people to have Mr. RAYHALL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to educate kids about American history and si- shelter during the coldest months of the year. pay tribute to a woman who had a very distin- multaneously encourages them to read. Today But the unfortunate reality is that more people guished career as a State extension specialist I have the privilege of recognizing their service seek assistance than the shelter can provide in the State of West Virginia Mrs. Tanner before this body of Congress and this Nation. for, and folks seeking a warm bed and a roof Johnson Livisay. Mrs. Livisay was a retired After retiring from thirty-two years of trav- over their heads must find shelter elsewhere. State extension specialist and associate pro- eling as a pastor, Al decided he wanted to On behalf of the Sixth District of Michigan, fessor at West Virginia University and was a write novels. Al first started with Western I pay tribute to the great service of this admi- resident of Princeton, West Virginia. Mrs. themes and expanded into narratives that cov- rable shelter. I commend the selfless efforts of Livisay graduated in 1923 from the former ered religious experiences, the Civil War, the Alysia Babcock and her staff who dedicate Douglas High School in Huntington, West Vir- gold rush era, immigration through Ellis Island, themselves to provide a safe haven for those ginia and later went on to earn her Bachelor and the lives of orphan street children. Joanna in need. Southwest Michigan is better off for of Science degree in home economics from also contributed to her husband’s work with their efforts. West Virginia State College in 1927. She then her extensive background in nursing. They As we approach the holiday season, it is vi- taught in Jefferson and Wyoming counties for have spent countless hours traveling, re- tally important that our communities and cities the next 14 years. Mrs. Livisay earned her searching, and talking with people to learn get involved to raise awareness and work to Masters degree from West Virginia University more about the local cultures and customs for combat the problems of hunger and homeless- and completed further studies at Merrill Palm- the settings in their books, which makes them ness. Any contribution to the Benton Harbor er Institute in Detroit, Michigan, University of a source of education and excitement for shelter will be greatly appreciated, whether it Michigan, University of Cincinnati, Cornell Uni- young readers. Together they have made the be a blanket, some food or even a couple of versity and Colorado State University. In 1941, best seller list numerous times in publishing dollars. Even the smallest donation makes an Mrs. Livisay began her work as a home dem- over 102 works. impact. onstration agent in West Virginia. Her territory

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00022 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.115 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2039 included Mercer, McDowell and Cabell coun- Act for the 21st Century, under which Illinois PAYING TRIBUTE TO COL. JOHN E. ties in my district. She organized home and continues to receive an average of $885 mil- STAVAST (USAF RET.) garden clubs, 4–H clubs, and established the lion per year for highway funding and $150 West Virginia State Farm Homemakers Coun- million per year for mass transit programs. HON. SCOTT McINNIS cil, under the auspices of West Virginia State During the 107th Congress, Representative LI- OF COLORADO College, West Virginia University and the U.S. PINSKI was the author of legislation to allow IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Department of Agriculture. She was the district Chicago’s Mayor Daley to expand O’Hare Wednesday, November 17, 2004 home demonstration agent and became pro- International Airport without consulting the Illi- gram development leader. After 27 years in nois Governor, an important step of autonomy Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a sad the Extension Service, Mrs. Livisay retired as for the city. heart that I rise to pay tribute to the passing a specialist in child development and human I cannot say enough about how much I of a great man from my district. John Stavast, relations. A personal account of the work of have enjoyed working with BILL. Again, Mr. a native of Denver, Colorado, recently passed the West Virginia Extension Service for Afri- Speaker, I would like to convey my sincerest away at the age of 78. Colonel Stavast dedi- can-Americans is recorded in the book, thanks to Representative BILL Lipinski for his cated 33 years of his life the armed services, ‘‘Reaching Out with Heart and Hands—The friendship and counsel, and congratulations to in both the Army and Air Force. I am honored Memories of An Extension Worker,’’ written by both him and his family on this well-deserved today to bring his contributions to the attention Mrs. Livisay in 1994. retirement. He has built an outstanding career of this body of Congress and this Nation. A diamond soror and life member, Mrs. during these past 22 years and will be sorely John joined the Army in 1944 and served in Livisay was initiated into Nu Chapter of Alpha missed in the halls of Congress. I will look for- Europe during World War II as a gunner on Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. in 1925. She was a ward to working with his son, incoming Rep- B–17s. He was discharged in 1946 and en- charter member of Epsilon Delta Omega resentative DANIEL LIPINSKI, during the coming listed again in 1949 earning his pilots wings. Chapter in Beckley, West Virginia and at the years. John trained Japanese Self Defense Force pi- time of her death, she was a member of Eta f lots in the USAF Air Training Command. While Iota Omega Chapter, in Inkster, Michigan. flying over North Vietnam in 1967, Colonel IN HONOR OF DR. STEVEN K. Stavast and his crewmate were shot down Mrs. Livisay, was the proud mother of four WEBSTER children, Carolyn L. McGhee, Marilyn L. Stew- near Hanoi. Both men safely ejected and were taken prisoner. He endured torture for seven art, Jackson P. Livisay, Jr. and Osborne HON. SAM FARR Livisay. full days after his capture and remained a OF CALIFORNIA Mr. Speaker, I am honored today to pay POW until 1972. During his time in the POW IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tribute to the late Mrs. Tanner Johnson camp, the colonel, as the senior ranking offi- Livisay, for her many accomplishments and Wednesday, November 17, 2004 cer, was responsible for over 200 American achievements and the legacy she leaves for Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to POW’s at the prison near the Chinese border. Colonel Stavast suffered numerous injuries her family and the great State of West Vir- honor Dr. Steven K. Webster, a dedicated ed- during his imprisonment including broken ginia, and in particular, my third congressional ucator and community volunteer, upon his re- bones in his back, arms and legs, and a skull district. tirement as Senior Marine Biologist at the fracture. He had over 6,000 flying hours when f Monterey, Bay Aquarium. Dr. Webster has diligently worked to develop and shape the retired from the Air Force in 1980, and was CONGRATULATIONS TO aquarium’s education, teacher training, and awarded many medals for his service. These REPRESENTATIVE BILL LIPINSKI outreach programs. His dedication to the peo- include three Silver Stars, two Legions of ple of the Monterey Bay region has been a Merit, three Distinguished Flying Crosses, two HON. LANE EVANS great benefit to the community for over twenty- Purple Hearts, the Bronze Star for Valor, and six Air Medals. After his retirement he was a OF ILLINOIS five years. member of the Military Officers Association, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES As an educator at the Monterey Bay Aquar- ium, Dr. Webster developed the Discovery Lab the Military Order of the Purple Heart, VFW, Wednesday, November 17, 2004 programs that have served over 1.5 million American Legion, and others. He was also a Mr. EVANS. Mr. Speaker, today I would like children to date. There is scarcely a child in dedicated volunteer at the Veterans Adminis- to congratulate my good friend Representative Monterey County who has not participated in tration Hospital. BILL LIPINSKI his retirement after 22 years of one of the aquarium’s free education pro- Mr. Speaker, John Stavast was a dedicated dedicated service in the House of Representa- grams, thanks in great part to Dr. Webster’s patriot that selflessly served his community tives. BILL has been a close friend of mine vision and advocacy. In addition, Dr. Webster and country, and I am honored to pay tribute since we were freshman together in the 98th has initiated teacher education workshops in to his memory. He will be greatly missed. My Congress, and I know that reporting to work which over 10,000 teachers have participated thoughts and prayers go out to his family. each day will not be the same without BILL free of charge. He has encouraged thousands f around. of aquarium guides and volunteers in the A TRIBUTE TO DR. JOHN LA Representative LIPINSKI is a native of Chi- aquarium’s nationally recognized volunteer MONTAGNE—A TRUE PUBLIC cago and works incredibly hard for the resi- guide training program which he developed. SERVANT dents of the 3rd Congressional district. Even Dr. Webster has served as an inspiration and after 11 terms in Congress he still flies home has offered great encouragement to those nearly every weekend to address the concerns HON. FRED UPTON consulting him on a career in marine biology. OF MICHIGAN of his constituents. BILL has spent his entire Beyond his extensive career in marine biol- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES career working for the people of Chicago, first ogy, Dr. Webster has served in numerous vol- in Chicago’s Park District for 17 years, then as unteer community and board positions, includ- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 the 23rd Ward Alderman in the Chicago City ing the Monterey Bay Chapter of the American Mr. UPTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Council, and then as a U.S. Congressman. Cetacean Society, the Cannery Row Founda- pay tribute to John La Montagne, Ph.D., Dep- Some of BILL’s greatest achievements lie in tion, the Lyceum of the Monterey Peninsula, uty Director of the National Institute of Allergy his work on the House Committee on Trans- the State Underwater Parks Advisory Board, and Infectious Diseases, who died suddenly portation and Infrastructure. He has done an the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, on November 2, 2004. He was a true public incredible amount both for Chicago and for the and the Friends of Moss Landing Marine Lab- servant who worked tirelessly to improve pub- entire state of Illinois and has secured millions oratories. An avid diving instructor and under- lic health in the United States and across the of dollars in federal funding for improvements water photographer, Dr. Webster is a popular world. He is sorely missed in the public health at both Midway and O’Hare airports. For ex- speaker on natural history topics ranging from community, by Elaine, his beloved wife of 37 ample, in 1990 Representative LIPINSKI spon- the Monterey Bay to the Galapagos Islands. years, his family, and the many persons in his sored and helped pass the Passenger Facility Mr. Speaker, I wish to thank Dr. Webster for community who were blessed to be able to Charge BILL to enable both Midway and his outstanding and invaluable contributions to call him friend and know his warmth, compas- O’Hare to finance important airport infrastruc- our community, and commend him for his sion for others, humor, and quiet modesty and ture projects. many accomplishments. I congratulate him on dignity. In the 105th Congress, BILL was instru- his much deserved retirement and wish him Dr. La Montagne’s contributions to the na- mental in passing the Transportation Equity the best of luck in all of his future endeavors. tional and international effort against infectious

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00023 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.119 E18PT1 E2040 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 diseases are remarkable. Trained as a micro- nities. As Walter Reuther championed human today, expounding on escalating costs and biologist, Dr. La Montagne was a leader in the dignity and social justice for all, the men and medical mistakes attributed to an archaic infor- effort to develop a safer pertussis vaccine and women who have received the award in his mation system. They urge for bipartisan sup- new vaccines against childhood diarrhea and name have committed themselves to these port of ‘‘moving American medicine into the pneumonia. He guided the National Institute same ideals. 21st century’’ by standardizing information on Allergy and Infectious Disease’s response Betty Mosely-Maberry began her career at systems with technology readily available to the emerging AIDS crisis and led the effort Buick Medical in December 1967. She was today. to respond to severe respiratory syndrome one of the driving forces behind Local 1811’s Mr. Speaker, I am happy to report that the within months of the first outbreak. organization in 1972 and 1973, and as a re- innovation discussed as ‘‘a matter of life and Globally, he played a central role in the or- sult, was elected Chairperson of their bar- death’’ has already arrived in the State of Cali- ganization of the Multilateral Initiative on Ma- gaining unit. Over the years, Betty has fulfilled fornia. Project IntelliCare was first imple- laria. He served as a member of the Scientific the duties of interim President and Vice-Presi- mented by the Adventist Health System in Advisory Groups of Experts on Vaccines and dent of Local 1811, and officially represented 1999, over four years ago. The program is Biologicals as well as for Vaccines and Immu- them as Recording Secretary for over 16 hailed by the Department of Health and nization for the World Health Organization. He years. Betty also served on their Civil Rights, Human Services as ahead of its time in chaired the WHO Task Force on Strategic Community Service, and Education Commit- Healthcare IT and is positioned to serve as a Planning for the Children’s Vaccine Initiative, tees as either a member or Chair. Betty retired model for other systems throughout the coun- advised the Pan American Health Organiza- on July 1, 1999, although the influence she try. tion on its programs in vaccine research im- had on her peers was so great that she was Project IntelliCare employs cutting edge plementation, and served as a member of the asked to continue as Recording Secretary. technology to provide seamless integration of board of the Global Alliance for Tuberculosis She selflessly and respectfully declined the a patient’s whole medical history. Through this Drug Development. offer, citing that active members should hold initiative, medical records are maintained elec- As an influential contributor to the field of in- the position. However, Betty decided to run for tronically and securely, available only to the fectious diseases, Dr. La Montagne delivered a trustee seat, which she won and holds to patient’s health care provider. Project many major lectures all over the world. He re- this day. IntelliCare ensures that when a patient goes to ceived many prestigious awards for his sci- Mr. Speaker, all 22 members of UAW Local visit a physician, regardless of when, where, entific accomplishments, including the Public 1811’s Executive Board feel that Betty Mosely- or why, the patient will receive treatment that Health Service Special Recognition Award for Maberry truly exemplifies the spirit in which is current and relevant. No longer will those in leadership in childhood vaccine research pro- the Walter Reuther Distinguished Service need of medical help suffer from incomplete or grams, the Surgeon General’s Certificate of Award is given. Her willingness, hard work, inaccurate care. Project IntelliCare not only protects Ameri- Appreciation, the Presidential Meritorious Ex- and dedication to her brothers and sisters in cans from substandard health care, it prom- ecutive Rank Award, the Distinguished Execu- labor as well as the community, are deserving ises more efficient and cost-effective delivery. tive Award for his work in the areas of infec- of the highest respect. I ask my colleagues in Inflating health care costs and skyrocketing in- tious diseases research of global health rel- the 108th Congress to join me in commending surance premiums are highly salient issues evance, the Secretary’s Award for Distin- her. today. Duplication or incorrect prescription of guished Service for leadership of acellular per- f services places a large burden on insurance tussis vaccine trials, and most recently the companies. Greater costs to insurance compa- Secretary’s Award for Distinguished Service PROJECT INTELLICARE nies translate to higher premiums for employ- for design and implementation of critically im- ers that provide insurance, the selfemployed, portant biodefense strategies. HON. JOHN T. DOOLITTLE and individuals who pay out of pocket for their As Dr. Zerhouni, the Director the National OF CALIFORNIA health care. In addition, redundant or unnec- Institutes of Health said, ‘‘Personally, he was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES essary care strains the capacity of health care a dear friend and one of the finest people I Wednesday, November 17, 2004 have ever known. Professionally, in an NIH providers. However, Project IntelliCare poses career spanning nearly thirty years, his leader- Mr. DOOLITTLE. Mr. Speaker, it is with a mechanism to mitigate some of the factors ship and commitment to improving global great pleasure that I rise today to speak about that contribute to these higher costs. Project IntelliCare promises to modernize health were remarkable. His generosity, wit, Project IntelliCare, a groundbreaking innova- the way American health care is administered even-handedness and kindness made him a tion in health care delivery that will revolu- with tremendous benefits in quality of care, ef- friend to all who knew him. He will be sorely tionize the way health care providers manage patient care, in addition to imparting tremen- ficient, and cost-savings anticipated to accrue. missed.’’ Mr. Speaker, I thank you for the opportunity On November 2nd, our country and the dous improvements in the quality of care available to Americans. to speak on this important and exciting topic world lost a great and good man. and urge my colleagues to support further f As we all have undoubtedly read or witnessed in our districts, forecasts for the future funding for Project IntelliCare. By supporting HONORING BETTY MOSELY- of health care delivery are dire. Developments this program, we work to collectively improve MABERRY in medical technology have long been con- American health care standards and delivery. fined to procedural or pharmaceutical ad- f HON. DALE E. KILDEE vances, while neglecting a most basic and es- TRIBUTE TO EDDIE N. WILLIAMS OF MICHIGAN sential component of medicine: patient infor- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mation management. HON. HAROLD E. FORD, JR. The information systems that maintain pa- OF TENNESSEE Wednesday, November 17, 2004 tient files and transmit care history are anti- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise before you quated in many of our hospitals and clinics. In today on behalf of United Auto Workers fact, many systems are still paper based. The Wednesday, November 17, 2004 (UAW) Local 1811, located in my hometown of result: a patient’s complete medical history is Mr. FORD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Flint, Michigan. On December 9, 2004, civic difficult to transmit when necessary and may honor Eddie N. Williams, admired journalist, and community leaders will join family, friends, not be available to new health caretakers, researcher, and civil servant who is retiring as and members of Local 1811 to honor Ms. leaving the physician with a limited under- President of the Joint Center for Political and Betty Mosely-Maberry, who was unanimously standing of prior illnesses, treatment, and Economic Studies. Mr. Williams has led the selected by the Local’s Executive Board to be complications. This, in turn, leads to unneces- Center for 32 years in its mission to improve the first recipient of their Walter Reuther Dis- sary and redundant testing and treatment and the socioeconomic status of African Americans tinguished Service Award. greater health risks due to preventable errors. and other minorities, through research, policy The Walter Reuther Distinguished Service I would like to draw your attention to a May analysis, and political engagement. In every Award is bestowed on UAW members who 3, 2004, New York Times op-ed by former sense, Mr. Williams’ life and career are em- have authenticated 20 years of notable serv- Speaker Newt Gingrich and Congressman blematic of how one courageous and hard ice. It honors the extraordinary contributions PATRICK KENNEDY. The writers correctly assert working American can overcome challenges, they have made to advance the cause of that information sharing may be one of the take advantage of opportunities and make working people, their families, and commu- greatest issues facing health care provision people’s lives better.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00024 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.123 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2041 Mr. Williams was born in Memphis, Ten- Mayor Joseph N. Langan was a devoted er, John C. Langan, and his many nephews nessee where he was reared mostly by his family man and dedicated public servant and other family members—as well as the mother, after the death of his jazz and blues throughout his entire life. In 1939, at the age countless friends he leaves behind. Our musician father. Growing up, Mr. Williams was of 27, he entered the field of politics, serving thoughts and prayers are with them all at this a stellar student and writer at Manassas High for 6 years in the Alabama House of Rep- difficult time. School in Memphis. From there, he went on to resentatives. He later served from 1947 to f earn a degree in journalism from the Univer- 1951 in the Alabama State Senate. From 1953 sity of Illinois at Urbana in 1956. He later pur- to 1969, he served as a Mobile city commis- IN MEMORY OF PETER CUTINO sued graduate studies at Howard and Atlanta sioner, including several terms as mayor at a Universities. Pursuing a career in segregated time when the city was governed by a three- HON. SAM FARR America, Mr. Williams encountered barriers member commission. Mayor Langan enjoyed OF CALIFORNIA because of his race that prevented him from a very successful career as mayor and was IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pursuing a journalism career in Illinois known particularly for his efforts to expand the Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Illinois’ loss was our gain because Mr. Wil- size of the city. As a result of his efforts, the liams returned to Memphis, where he began city expanded its westward boundaries and Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to his career as managing director of the Mem- grew in size from an area of approximately 33 honor Peter J. Cutino, a coaching legend in phis Star-Times, a local African-American square miles to an area of over 160 square the sport of water polo, who passed away newspaper. After working as a congressional miles. Sunday, September 19th in his Monterey fellow for U.S. Senator Hubert Humphrey and During his time in both local and State gov- home. During his lifetime Mr. Cutino was a as a Foreign Service Reserve officer in the ernment, Mayor Langan developed a strong strong pillar of the water polo community. He Kennedy administration, Mr. Williams returned reputation as a leader who felt duty-bound to will be dearly missed by his wife of 51 years, to Illinois as vice president of public affairs do his part in the strengthening of relations Louise; two sons, Paul and Peter; daughter, and executive director of the University Center between the black and white communities in Anna; brother Bert; two sisters, Rose Marie for Policy Study at the University of Chicago. Mobile and throughout the State of Alabama. and Josephine; five grandchildren; and many Unwilling to rest on his laurels, Mr. Williams In spite of progressive policies that led to nieces and nephews. resigned from his prestigious positions to take strong public outrage and the end of his ca- Mr. Cutino was born April 3, 1933 in Mon- on the helm of a new, little-known think tank. reers in both the State legislature and city hall, terey. He graduated from high school a star The Joint Center’s original purpose was to Mayor Langan dedicated himself to assisting athlete in 1951 and earned Junior College All support and train African-American elected of- the members of the African-American commu- American honors at Monterey Peninsula Col- ficials nationwide and measure their growth nity in their efforts to advance their causes. lege. He then transferred to Cal Poly-San Luis subsequent to the Voting Rights Act. Under During his tenure in the State legislature, he Obispo, earning water polo all-conference Mr. Williams’ direction, the Center expanded argued for equal pay for both black and white honors, and graduated with a master’s degree its focus to examine and document public pol- public school teachers. Additionally, during his in education. icy issues affecting African Americans. Mr. service as mayor, Mayor Langan was an im- He began his coaching career at Oxnard Williams’ determination to maintain a non- portant part of keeping the community calm at High School and then moved on to coach the partisan approach to the Center’s problem- a time when racial riots and crimes were tear- Cal Golden Bears for 26 victorious years. He solving activities serves as an example to us ing apart Alabama and much of the South. His was the most successful water polo coach in all. strong and enduring relationship with Alabama collegiate history and was awarded NCAA Mr. Williams leaves a legacy of innovation civil rights activist John LeFlore was crucial to Coach of the Year four times. His successes and courage in his efforts to address issues maintaining this calm. in collegiate sports earned him the coveted such as education, voting rights reform and Mayor Langan, a graduate of both Murphy role as coach to the U.S. national team in the the spread of HIV/AIDS in the United States. High School and Spring Hill College in Mobile, 1976 Olympics. While at Cal, he coached 68 Mr. Williams has received numerous acco- Alabama, was also a proud veteran of the all-Americans, 6 Pac–10 conference and lades and awards for his civic contributions, United States Army, serving during both World NCAA players of the year and 5 Olympians. including the prestigious MacArthur Founda- War II and the Korean conflict. Later in his In 1989 he stepped down as UC Berkeley’s tion ‘‘Genius’’ Award. Most recently, the Joint military career, he held the rank of general head water polo coach in order to open and Center, under Mr. Williams leadership has and served as commander of the Army Na- run the Monterey Sports Club in my district. At studied and explained the rise of a new gen- tional Guard’s 31st Infantry Division. the same time, Peter continued his service to eration of the African-American elected offi- In addition to both his public and military ca- the international sports world by serving as cials into the mainstream of public life. He reers, Mayor Langan found time to become chairman of the Men’s International Olympic continuously reminds us not to be shy in our actively involved in many community and char- Committee. Additionally, in recognition of his goal of reaching new heights on behalf of all itable organizations. He served as a member life of leadership and mentorship, he received Americans while staying connected to, in his of the Spring Hill College Board of Trustees UC Berkeley’s Alumni Centennial Award and words, ‘‘the useful values of the past.’’ His life and of the University of South Alabama Foun- Chancellors commendation, and an athletic and career demonstrate to all Americans that dation. He was recognized for his community scholarship at Berkeley was established in his we stand on the shoulders of a generation that service and charitable work with the 1957 name in 1989. Mr. Cutino was also an active fought and stood and often sat down to create Mobilian of the Year award. leader in the Italian-American Community in a more perfect union. This sad time for so many in the Mobile Monterey and was a member of the Campari, For his unselfish contributions and commit- community has also given many of Mayor Paisano and Amici clubs. In addition to numer- ment to our Nation, Mr. Speaker, I urge you Langan’s colleagues and friends the oppor- ous professional water polo publications, he and my colleagues in the U.S. House of Rep- tunity to remember him and recognize the authored a book on the Italian-American com- resentatives to join me in commending Mr. many accomplishments of his career. Alabama munity in Monterey. Eddie Williams for his many years of dedi- State Senator Vivian Figures say, ‘‘He was al- Mr. Speaker, today I wish to join the local cated service to the American people. ways for government being sensitive and in- community and Mr. Peter Cutino’s family and f clusive to all citizens . . . He was a real friends in honoring the life of such an inspira- HONORING THE MEMORY OF THE gentleman of distinction.’’ Former Mobile city tional coach, husband and father. HON. JOSEPH N. LANGAN clerk Richard Smith said, ‘‘He wanted to f serve, and he served well. He had vision, he HON. JO BONNER had brains, he had leadership.’’ And without PAYING TRIBUTE TO BERNARD E. fail, many in the Mobile community will re- KERST OF ALABAMA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES member Mayor Langan as one of the finest mayors and public servants to have ever HON. SCOTT McINNIS Wednesday, November 17, 2004 worked on behalf of their city. OF COLORADO Mr. BONNER. Mr. Speaker, the city of Mo- Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bile, Alabama, and indeed the entire First in remembering a dedicated public servant Congressional District recently lost a dear and friend to many in Mobile, Alabama. Mayor Wednesday, November 17, 2004 friend, and I rise today to honor him and pay Langan will be deeply missed by his family— Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, it is with a sad tribute to his memory. his wife, Maude Adelle Langan, and his broth- heart that I rise to recognize the passing of

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00025 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.127 E18PT1 E2042 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 Bernard Kerst, a great man from my district. Possibly the most well known of Battelle’s Mr. Stuart, who was known to one and all Bernard spent most of his 87 years living in innovations is the development of xerography, as Harry, was born in 1918 in County Silgo, Yuma, Colorado, and during that time he which eventually led to today’s copying ma- Ireland. He and his family later moved to Dub- made a significant impact on the life of count- chines and the company Xerox. Other innova- lin, where he attended engineering school, less individuals and his county. I am honored tions include: armor plating for U.S. Army and graduated with his degree from Trinity today to bring his contributions to the attention tanks during WWII, fuel for the first nuclear College. He later joined the British Navy, and of this body of Congress and this Nation. powered submarine Nautilus, the metal com- spent the whole of the Second World War as Bernard Kerst was born on July 9, 1917. position of most of the 52.5 million coins pro- a naval engineer, including two tours as chief When the Great Depression swept the coun- duced each day by the U.S. Mint, cruise con- engineer. After the end of World War II, he re- try, he left high school and got a job to sup- trol for the automotive industry, the technology turned home to Ireland where he met and port himself and his family. He started a truck- that led to the compact disc, and ‘‘no-melt’’ married Sheila, his wife and lifelong love of 58 ing business in his twenties and then built Vic- chocolate. years. tory Ships in Oregon during World War II. In addition to their commercial customers, In 1948, Harry joined the Calcutta Electric Afterward, he moved back to eastern Colo- Battelle provides services to over 800 federal, Supply in India. He worked with their three rado, married DeVonna Gregory, and began state, and local government agencies concen- power plants to make sure that Calcutta had farming and ranching. Being an avid conserva- trating on important issues from national secu- plenty of power. Then, after almost 6 years in tionist, Bernard served on the board of the rity to transportation and space. India and many months of applications and East Yuma County Soil Conservation District As Chairman of the Energy and Water De- waiting, the Stuarts were granted visas and and was awarded the Bullshippers award from velopment Appropriations Subcommittee, I entry into the United States. They went to San the Farm and Ranch Association for his out- have the distinct pleasure of working very Francisco in 1954 via Hong Kong, and ended standing service and leadership. closely with Battelle on a number of issues. up settling in Santa Cruz a year later in 1955. Bernard was a dedicated family man, raised Through the annual Energy and Water Devel- As an engineer, Harry did power work with two children, Carolyn and Dan, had many opment Appropriations bill, I provide funds for local companies and offices such as Pacific grandchildren and was able to know his first the U.S. Department of Energy’s National Gas & Electric and Lockheed Martin. He was great grandchild, Isabel Carolyn. Due to health Labs. One of Battelle’s primary services in- able to help build geothermal plants in Iceland, problems, Bernard and DeVonna moved to Ar- cludes the management or co-management of Hawaii, and southern California. Through this izona. After DeVonna passed away in 1999, the Pacific Northwest National Laboratory, work, he helped the world community to use Bernard moved back to Colorado to be close Brookhaven National Laboratory, Oak Ridge better and cleaner power. to his family living in Glenwood Springs. National Laboratory, and the National Renew- Harry had many faces. He was an avid trav- Mr. Speaker, Bernard Kerst was a dedicated able National Laboratory. In fact, just last eler, as anyone would know just by reading man who worked hard, supported his commu- week, Battelle won a 10-year contract to oper- these exploits, and he loved to fish and smoke nity and loved his family, and I am honored to ate the newly created Idaho National Labora- salmon. In fact, I spent many a long night with pay tribute to him before this body of Con- tory, and congratulations are certainly in order Harry, discussing his travels throughout the gress today. I had the pleasure of knowing regarding this new addition to the Battelle fam- British Isles, his passion for the outdoors, and Bernard and worked with members of his family. most of all his thoughts on the best whiskey. ily during my time in office, and I will miss his As we look forward with great anticipation to In short, Harry was one of ‘‘the best,’’ a friend kind heart and wisdom. My thoughts and pray- the next 75 years of Battelle innovations, one and companion to one and all and a beautiful ers go out to his family and friends during this can only dream of what may come. Battelle human being. time of bereavement. projects that they will concentrate on a broad Mr. Speaker, I hope that we can all stand f range of issues in the upcoming years includ- today and honor this man. He bettered the ing: advanced healthcare, sustainable and re- global environment, exemplified America’s true HONORING BATTELLE ON THE OC- newable energy, clean water, and nuclear diversity and opportunity to those who want to CASION OF THEIR 75TH ANNIVER- power. make a life here, and gave of his time to bet- SARY Mr. Speaker, I look forward to continuing to ter the lives of his fellow travelers. I will miss work with Battelle on these issues, and many him deeply and extend my deepest condo- HON. DAVID L. HOBSON more, and I congratulate them on their contin- lences to Sheila, Orin, Oria, Kathleen and the OF OHIO ued success. rest of his wonderful family. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f f Wednesday, November 17, 2004 PERSONAL EXPLANATION PAYING TRIBUTE TO NORMA Mr. HOBSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with ANDERSON Mrs. PRYCE and Mr. TIBERI to congratulate HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN Battelle, a global science and technology en- OF RHODE ISLAND HON. SCOTT McINNIS terprise, on its 75th anniversary. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF COLORADO Although founder Gordon Battelle never IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lived to see his dreams come to fruition, it was Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Wednesday, November 17, 2004 his and his mothers’ estates that led to Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, on November Battelle’s existence. The estates were gener- 16, I was unavoidably detained during rollcall Mr. MCINNIS. Mr. Speaker, I would like to ously left for the establishment of the ‘‘Battelle vote No. 531. Had I been present, I would take this opportunity to pay tribute to Senate Memorial Institute . . . for the purpose of edu- have voted ‘‘yea.’’ Majority Leader Norma Anderson and thank cation in connection with and the encourage- f her for her tireless efforts serving the people ment of creative and research work and the of Colorado as a three-term member of the making of discoveries and inventions . . .’’. It IN MEMORY OF JOHN H.G. STUART Colorado State Senate. Norma will always be was Mr. Battelle’s desire to recover zinc from remembered as a dedicated public servant Ozark mines that led him to his first patent. HON. SAM FARR and leader of her community. As she con- This initial success produced the grand vision OF CALIFORNIA tinues to serve the citizens of District 22, let it which Mr. Battelle’s business partner, Joseph IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES be known that she has made a great commit- Frantz, is credited with carrying out. ment to the Colorado General Assembly and In 1929, Battelle opened for business with Wednesday, November 17, 2004 the State of Colorado. only 30 staff members. Today, including the Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I stand in mourning Norma began her public service career national labs that they manage, Battelle over- to honor my good friend John H.G. Stuart, when she was elected to the Colorado State sees 16,000 staff members and conducts $3 who passed peacefully on October 23, 2004, House of Representatives in 1986, and has billion in annual research and development. at the age of 86. He is survived by his wife, been a champion of education, transportation, It is hard to believe what this Columbus, Sheila, his son Orin, his daughter Oria, his sis- crime and tax reform issues in the General Ohio-headquartered institution has accom- ter Kathleen of Toronto, Canada, four grand- Assembly. She served as the Chair of the plished since those humble beginnings. In children, and one great grandchild. Mr. Stuart Education, Transportation and Energy, and fact, their innovative technologies touch most was a great contributor to the global commu- Audit Committees and previously as the Vice- Americans on a daily basis. nity, and an example of the American dream. Chair of Long-Term Health Care Task Force,

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00026 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.130 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2043 and Higher Education Planning Committees. Civic Education, representing over 40 commu- the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, Wilmington After serving ten years in the State House, nity leaders and organizations, has been District. Norma continued her service to Colorado formed; a tool kit of best practices in civic edu- Currently serving as Chief of the Programs when she was elected to the Colorado State cation has been developed; and Maryland’s Management Branch, Steve has had a distin- Senate in 1998. As a State Senator, Norma teachers will soon have access to further pro- guished career with the Corps of Engineers. A currently leads her party as the Senate Major- fessional development in the area of civic edu- recipient of the Sustained Superior Perform- ity Leader. She serves on the Finance and cation. ance Award and the Exceptional Performance Legislative Audit Committees and is the former Moreover, I’m proud to note that these excit- Award several times, Steve has also received chair of the Business Affairs and Labor Com- ing developments come on top of Maryland’s the District Humanitarian Award, the South At- mittee. Norma’s major accomplishments in- substantial existing commitments in the area lantic Division Program Management Chief of clude such important laws as the School Fi- of civic education—including our Student Serv- the Year award, and the Commander’s Award nance Act of 1994, the Third Grade Literacy ice Learning requirement, our mandatory Gov- for Civilian Service. Clearly, his record has Act and the creation of the Colorado Depart- ernment Civics course and our nearly finished been one of stellar performance and superb ment of Transportation. state curriculum, which will include the teach- leadership. In addition, both my staff in Wash- Norma is a dedicated legislator whose leading of civics and government from pre-K ington and in the Wilmington area have im- ership has been awarded with the honor of through high school. mensely enjoyed working with Steve and ben- being the first woman to hold the position of Mr. Speaker, I want to congratulate Dr. Tay- efiting from his professional advice on some Majority Leader in both the state House and lor-Thoma and the rest of her colleagues many key projects in our area. Each of them state Senate. Over the course of her tenure again for all of their hard work, and I look for- joins me in thanking you for being so acces- she has been the recipient of more than sixty- ward to the success of the Maryland Coalition sible and informed. As the father of an Eagle five recognitions and awards including the for Civic Education as they participate in the Scout, I am also very grateful for his dedica- Denver Women’s Commission, the Colorado second annual Congressional Conference on tion and service to the Boy Scouts of America. Women’s Chamber Senator of the Year, and Civic Education on December 4–6 of this year. When I think of Steve’s commitment to the the Colorado School of Mines Medal. In addi- f public good, the words ‘‘spirit, sacrifice, and tion to her service to the General Assembly, service’’ come to mind. Steve’s positive spirit Norma is also a member of the Great Out- TRIBUTE TO ARMY PV2 JUSTIN has always been to do the task at hand—a doors Colorado Board, the Governor’s Blue RAY YOEMANS, A MODEL OF spirit that inspires others to achieve. Steve’s Ribbon Panel on Higher Education, the Amer- VALOR IN SERVICE TO HIS sacrifice in time and commitment has been to ican Cancer Society and several other com- COUNTRY make southeastern North Carolina a better munity organizations. place to live and work—a sacrifice that meant Mr. Speaker, it is clear that Norma Ander- HON. TERRY EVERETT doing the right thing and not being concerned son has ceaselessly dedicated her time and OF ALABAMA with who gets the credit. efforts to serving her country and the people IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Pearl S. Buck once said, ‘‘To serve is beau- of Colorado as a Colorado State Senator. I am tiful, but only if it is done with joy and a whole Wednesday, November 17, 2004 honored to bring her hard work and commit- heart and free mind.’’ There is no question ment to the attention of this body of Congress Mr. EVERETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay that his years of service have been the epit- and this nation today. Thank you for all your tribute to Army PV2 Justin Ray Yoemans of ome of this statement. Service to others has service Norma and I wish you all the best in Eufaula, Alabama, who lost his life November been the embodiment of his life—service that your future endeavors. 6 while defending our nation. sets a path for others to follow and that we all f Private Yoemans was manning his gun po- should emulate. sition when his Humvee encountered a road- As he enters this next stage of life, I am ON THE IMPORTANCE OF CIVIC side bomb during a street patrol of Baghdad, confident that his talents and energy will con- EDUCATION AND IN RECOGNI- Iraq. According to military accounts, Private tinue to be of benefit to many. Through his TION OF THE MARYLAND COALI- Yoemans gave his life to protect his fellow sol- commitment to family and community, a shin- TION FOR CIVIC EDUCATION diers. His was posthumously awarded a total ing gem he will continue to be. of five military medals, including the Bronze Bart Giamatti, the former president of Yale HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN Star and Purple Heart. University, said it well in 1987, ‘‘Be mindful of OF MARYLAND Private Yoemans, who was assigned to the what we share and must share; not the least IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Fourth Battalion, Fifth Air Defense Artillery at of which is that each of our hopes for a full Fort Hood, Texas, gave the ultimate sacrifice Wednesday, November 17, 2004 and decent life depends upon others hoping to his country at the age of 20. His family and the same and all of us sustaining each other’s Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, one of the friends describe him as a loving son and a pa- hopes . . . If there is no striving for the good major goals of our education system is to triot who was proud to serve in the military. life for any of us, there cannot be a good life produce knowledgeable and informed citizens. I cannot express the proper words to con- for any of us.’’ We accomplish this, in part, through effective sole his family at the loss of their beloved son. On behalf of the citizens of the Seventh civic education programs in our schools—like However, I do wish to convey that America Congressional District of North Carolina, the innovative We The People program spon- shares in your grief as we struggle together to thanks to Steve so much for the good life he sored by the Center for Civic Education. protect our homeland from terrorism. has given to so many. Now, may he enjoy the The first annual Congressional Conference Private Yoemans loved life and was de- same, and may God’s strength, peace and joy on Civic Education was held in September scribed by his younger sister as ‘‘a little boy be with him always. 2003. The event was sponsored by the Alli- inside a great man.’’ America is fortunate to f ance for Representative Democracy and co- have such ‘‘great men’’ standing up for the hosted by our four distinguished congressional cause of freedom. His valor and his sacrifice IN RECOGNITION OF GREECE’S leaders: Senator FRIST, Senator DASCHLE, will never be forgotten. OUTSTANDING PERFORMANCE IN Speaker HASTERT and Leader PELOSI. One of f HOSTING THE 2004 SUMMER the very positive outcomes of the congres- OLYMPICS sional conference was the establishment of A TRIBUTE TO MR. STEVE F. state delegations that returned home with the AIKEN HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY mission to enact specific policies designed to OF NEW YORK restore the civic mission of our schools and HON. MIKE McINTYRE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES make available programs like We the People OF NORTH CAROLINA Wednesday, November 17, 2004 in each of our fifty states. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In that regard, I’d like to take this oppor- Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay tunity to recognize Dr. Marcie Taylor-Thoma, Wednesday, November 17, 2004 tribute to Greece for its outstanding perform- the facilitator of the Maryland delegation, for Mr. McINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, today I want ance as host of the 2004 Olympic Games. As her leadership in designing an action plan to to extend my warmest thanks and my most Co-Chair of the Congressional Caucus on Hel- improve civic education in our state. As a re- sincere best wishes to Mr. Steve F. Aiken who lenic Issues and as the House Member privi- sult of her efforts, the Maryland Coalition for is retiring after 35 years of faithful service to leged to represent Astoria, Queens, one of the

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00027 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.135 E18PT1 E2044 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 largest and most vibrant communities of Hel- Kreton ‘‘Minos’’ Pancyprian Association, Inc., Forest Hill Hotel, and is still known today for lenic Americans anywhere in this country, I Greek Cultural Center Inc., Northern Chios the fine service it offers its guests. join with all of my Caucus colleagues and fel- Society of ‘‘Pelineon’’, United Pireotes of In 1954 the hotel was acquired by the Cali- low residents of New York’s 14th Congres- America, Aetoloakarnanian Mutual Society, fornia-Nevada Methodist Homes for the pur- sional District in saluting the people of Greece. Mutual Aid Society, Aigioton Vostitsa pose of providing a retirement residence in On October 29, 2004, the Hellenic community, Epidavrou Limiras Association, Inc., Pan- picturesque Pacific Grove. Throughout the together with many friends, convened in eliakos Society of New York, Kalamata Soci- years the Manor has continued to undergo im- Astoria’s Athens Square Park to recognize this ety, Ltd., Aristotelis Society of provements, designed to maintain the high outstanding accomplishment. Halkidikipansamian Brotherhood ‘‘Pythagoras’’ quality of life residents have come to expect While it has been nearly three months since of New York, ‘‘Labrys’’ Cretan Youth Organi- from this institution. the Olympic flame was extinguished in Athens, zation of New York, Pontian Society Currently the Manor is beginning work on the memory of how wonderful the 2004 Sum- ‘‘Komninoi’’, NY Greek American Folklore So- the latest expansion project, responding to the mer Games really were remains with us. The ciety, Inc., Greek American Folklore Society, growing needs of the community. There will be Athens Games attracted the largest American Inc., El Greco Society of Visual Arts, Inc., ‘‘St. an additional thirty-two independent living audience ever for an Olympic competition held Demetrios’’ Naupaktias Brotherhood of Amer- apartments, and six more assisted living apart- outside the United States. The impact will be ica, Greek American Homeowners Ass., Soci- ments. The Manor is also adding a skilled felt worldwide for generations to come. To me ety Agiogalousion Amerikis, Greek-American nursing facility on the property, with twenty-six it was always clear that Greece would be an Labor Council, Greek Society Elatousion of beds, so residents will not have to receive excellent host for the 2004 Olympic Games. ‘‘St. Stefanos’’, Syllogos Noumou Magnisias care offsite. These new developments will ex- Greek hospitality and warmth is renowned ‘‘Argonaytes’’, Benevolent Association of pand the Manor’s ability to work for the elderly throughout the world. Thus, it is no surprise to Calamatahellenic Veterans Society of Greater community in the Monterey Bay. Mr. Speaker, I wish to congratulate the For- report that the Greek people proved the New York, Inc., Panhellenic Organization est Hill Manor on the outstanding service it naysayers wrong by hosting an impeccably or- ‘‘Martyrs of Kavo Melanios’’ Othoni Society of has provided our community for the last fifty ganized and safe Olympic Games, an extraor- USA, Inc., Association of Logastra, Inc., Hel- years. The Manor is a model retirement home, dinary world event in which the athletes took lenic Organization of University Graduates of offering a pleasant living experience for 693 center stage. America, Philoptohos Adelfotis Arahoviton residents since 1954. I extend my congratula- For three weeks in August, the people of Nafpaktias Olympiakos Fan Club of NY, USA tions to Forest Hill Manor and wish it many Greece welcomed the world to participate in a Greek and American Retirement Club, more successful years. competition that allowed countries to set aside Pankritiki Enosis Athlitismou, Inc., Pan- their political differences for a brief time and to Grecorian A.E.K. Fan Soccer Club of USA, f come together in the spirit of peace and Inc., Greek-American Mothers Association of IN HONOR OF SHERIFF MARK sportsmanship. Wanting to help make the USA, Omilos Metanaston Karitsis Messinian TRACY 2004 Olympics a great event for visitors many Benevolent Association, Hellenic American volunteers, including those from New York Educators Association, Gnomogoras Nisyrian HON. SAM FARR City such as Andreas C George, Katherine Society, Inc., Benevolent Society of George, Vlasis Anastasiou, Julia Anastasiou, OF CALIFORNIA Athanasios Diakos ‘‘Apostole’’, Association IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Helen Skarla, Katerina Papaioannou, Joanna Magoulioton of Spartasyllogos Patrinon Kostis Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Savaides, Irene Aindili Kalliroe Argenas, Palamas and other prominent organizations, Yeannis Kaltsas, Spilios Gianakopoulos, Eliza- including PSEKA, Athens Square Park Inc., Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to beth Bogiatzi, Marika Gianakopoulos, Argyris American Hellenic Educational Progressive honor Mark Tracy who is retiring after ten Ignatiades, Stephanos Pavlides, Ieanni Association, St. Paul Soc., Pan Dodecanese years as the Santa Cruz County Sheriff. Mr. Michaelides, Theodora Ziongas, George Society of America, Krikos; Eastern Orthodox Tracy’s lifelong dedication to the Santa Cruz Costacos and Zacharoula Karyammi, gave Lawyers, Pan Macedonian Cultural Center; the community consists of over 32 years as a po- generously of their time and energy. While Modern Greek Studies Center; the Hellenic lice officer, as well as numerous volunteer and they were there, the volunteers were able to American Medical Society; Euro-American leadership positions within local organizations. see Greece’s beautiful historic and natural Women’s Council and the Pan Erikoussa Soci- Beginning his career as a Deputy Sheriff with treasures, ensuring that they would remember ety of America, as well as our friends in the Santa Cruz County, Mark rose through the forever their experience in Greece. Greek press: National Herald, Hellenic Har- ranks to become a Sergeant and a Lieutenant. On October 29th, the members of Hellenic monies, Hellas News, National Greek TV, Hel- He was elected Sheriff-Coroner of Santa Cruz cultural and civic organizations, Greek Ortho- lenic Times, Estiator & Greek American Re- County in 1994. dox churches, constituents and friends joined view, Antena, Aktina, Eseis Magazine, Maria During his years with the Sheriff’s Office, together to pay tribute to Greece for its ex- Papadatos Show; Orthodox Observer, Hellas Mark has worked in and represented nearly traordinary showing in the Olympics. The or- FM, and Mike Zapitis Hour. every bureau and capacity in the department ganizations represented included the Federa- The millions of Americans who watched the and has received numerous awards and com- tion of Hellenic Societies and its members: Games achieved a better understanding of the mendations. Notably, he has acted as Coordi- Grinion Benevolent Society; Daughters of Greek people, their warmth, generosity and nator of the Search and Rescue Team, was a Roumeli Society of New York, Inc., Society of graciousness. These Olympics helped solidify founding member of the Hostage Negotiating Diplatanos, Saint Marina, Inc., Nafpactian the reputation of Greece and the Hellenic peo- Team, and has served as Chairman for both Brotherhood of New York, Galaxidi Brother- ple for abundant hospitality, or ‘‘filoxenia’’. the Santa Cruz County Criminal Justice Coun- hood Eanthe, Thermopyles Phiotidos, the Greece has earned our gratitude and sincerest cil and the Santa Cruz County Commission on Laconian Brotherhood ‘‘Mani’’ Inc., Calavrytan congratulations. ‘‘Axie!’’ Domestic Violence. By establishing the Do- Fraternity, Geros Tou Morea, Inc, Society Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to rise to mestic Violence Unit and working with advo- Vryseon Anavretis, Pankerkyraikos Associa- pay tribute to Greece for giving the world a cacy groups throughout the county, he has tion, Kephalos, Society of America, Ithacan spectacular 2004 Summer Olympics. promoted better services to victims of domes- Society, ‘‘Odesseus’’ Ithacan Society, tic abuse. Additionally, Sheriff Tracy estab- f ‘‘Odesseus’’ Aesculapian Thessalian Brother- lished the High Tech Crime Unit to address hood, Inc., Society of Epirotes, Pyrrhus Be- IN HONOR OF FOREST HILL the growing problem of identity theft and com- nevolent Society, Inc., Society of Epirotes La- MANOR puter crimes. dies Auxiliary, Souliotissaithessalonikian Soci- In his career as Sheriff, Mark has also es- ety Society of Kastorians, Pontion Society of HON. SAM FARR tablished unprecedented levels of trust and Kastoria, Inc., Panthracian Union of America, OF CALIFORNIA cooperation with the community, including ‘‘Orpheus’’ St. John Theologos Society, Pan- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES women’s groups, lesbian, gay, bisexual and icarian Brotherhood, Mytilenian Society of transgender communities, as well as medical America, Pan-lemnian Philanthropic Associa- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 marijuana organizations. He has overseen the tion ‘‘Hephaestos’’ Inc., Gnomagoras Nisyrian Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to con- opening of new service centers throughout Society Inc., Zoodohos Pighe of Andros Soci- gratulate Forest Hill Manor on its fiftieth anni- Santa Cruz County and has placed school re- ety, Cretans Association, ‘‘Omonoia’’ Cretan versary of serving our community’s seniors. source officers at high schools and junior high Women’s Association, ‘‘Pasiphae’’ Syllogos This historic building was once the illustrious schools throughout the region.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00028 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.139 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2045 The Santa Cruz Sheriff’s Office has a proud The TSP is a voluntary, tax-deferred defined provision which ensures that specialists spon- history of aggressively attacking crime in a contribution plan for Federal employees and sored by Federal and State agencies are proactive and timely manner. Mark has been members of the uniformed services, through placed in areas that have a shortage in that at the forefront of working towards unbiased which Federal agencies provide matching specialty. The additional provision requires the policing and problem-solving techniques. In his funds to an individual’s own retirement con- sponsoring agency to determine criteria for partnerships with local organizations, he has tributions. However, under current law, an eli- demonstrating a specialist shortage and to established himself as an integral part of the gible employee has only two opportunities a meet that criteria in order to sponsor the spe- Santa Cruz community. I have personally en- year to join the TSP fund and receive match- cialist. joyed working with Mark, and I wish to thank ing contributions, or to adjust their individual Aliens who attend medical school in the him for his dedicated service to our commu- contribution amount. The changes imple- United States on J exchange program visas nity. Mr. Speaker, I would like to congratulate mented by H.R. 4324 will allow for greater are required to leave the country afterwards Mr. Tracy on his upcoming retirement as Sher- participant access to the TSP, and will simplify and reside abroad for two years before they iff, and wish him the best of luck in all of his administration. Given the hard work that our can receive a visa to work here as physicians. future endeavors. Federal employees and uniformed servicemen In 1994, Congress created a new temporary f and women perform day in and day out, it is waiver of this 2-year foreign residence require- commonsense that they should have this in- ment which allowed states as well as federal STATEMENT FOR THE RECORD creased control over their retirement contribu- agencies to sponsor the doctors. It applied to tions. foreign doctors who would commit to prac- SPEECH OF f ticing medicine for no less than 3 years in a HON. RAY LaHOOD geographic area designated by the Secretary RECOGNIZING DEREK E. WILLIAMS OF ILLINOIS of Health and Human Services as 2 having a FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES shortage of health care professionals. This EAGLE SCOUT program has been successful for 10 years in Tuesday, November 16, 2004 bringing highly qualified physicians to medi- Mr. LAHOOD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in HON. SAM GRAVES cally underserved areas. It sunsetted on June support of H.J. Res. 110, legislation that com- OF MISSOURI 1 of this year. memorates the upcoming 60th anniversary of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The first physician recommended for a waiv- the Battle of the Bulge. Thursday, November 18, 2004 er in Texas was Dr. Maria Camacho, a Pedi- As we all know, our Allied forces fought atric Intensivist. Her services to the residents against great odds, outnumbered and Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause of Harlingen in Cameron County provide a outgunned, to hold back German forces from to recognize Derek E. Williams of Kearney, level of health care to children that was pre- December, 1944 to January, 1945. Victory MO, a very special young man who has exem- viously unavailable in that county. over Germany was secured 4 months later. plified the finest qualities of citizenship and Dr. K. M. Moorthi is a Nephrologist who was This year has given us many opportunities leadership by taking an active part in the Boy recommended for a waiver to serve at a facil- to thank the members of the World War II Scouts of America, Troop 397, and in earning ity in Pecos, TX, in Reeves County. He works generation for all that they have achieved. The the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout. at a dialysis center. Patients requiring dialysis 60th anniversary of D-Day, the opening of the Derek has been very active with his troop, 3 times per week in that part of Texas used long-awaited National World War II Memorial participating in many scout activities. Over the to have to travel more than 70 miles each way on the Mall here in Washington, and the 60th 3 years Derek has been involved with scout- for the treatments. Now it is available in anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge are re- ing, he has held numerous leadership posi- Pecos. minders that these men and women fought to tions, serving as Assistant Patrol Leader, Pa- The bill will provide a 2-year extension for save the world from tyranny. The passage of trol Leader, Chaplain Aide, Assistant Senior this waiver program. When it was marked up time should not diminish their sacrifices. Patrol Leader, and Senior Patrol Leader. by the Subcommittee on Immigration, Border I would like to thank the Speaker of the Derek is a member of the Tribe of Mic-O-Say, Security, and Claims, the extension was only House, my friend and colleague from Illinois, Order of the Arrow, and Brotherhood. for one year. Although I had sought a 5-year for sponsoring this resolution. It honors the For his Eagle Scout project, Derek built a extension at that 3 markup, I subsequently ac- 600,000 U.S. troops who fought in this battle bridge at the Lions Club Park. With the addi- cepted a compromise of 2 years. I also nego- 60 years ago. One of those troops is another tion of Derek’s bridge, the park is now handi- tiated a flexibility provision which will allow a friend and former colleague, Bob Michel. The cap accessible. The project took approxi- State agency to place a doctor at a location former Minority Leader of the House, Bob mately 120 hours to complete. that has not been designated as underserved Michel was wounded by machine gun fire at Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in if the doctor will nevertheless serve patients the Battle of the Bulge, for which he earned commending Derek E. Williams for his accom- from an underserved area. The exception is two Bronze Stars and a Purple Heart. I know plishments with the Boy Scouts of America limited to five doctors in each state. It targets he has never forgotten that more than 81,000 and for his efforts put forth in achieving the rural underserved areas that typically get spe- of his fellow American soldiers were also in- highest distinction of Eagle Scout. cialty medical care from a major medical facil- jured in Belgium 60 years ago, and, through f ity that is not itself located within an under- this resolution, we show these veterans that served area. The bill also provides that the IMPROVING ACCESS TO PHYSI- we do not forget, either. doctors who receive a waiver to come here CIANS IN MEDICALLY UNDER- I am proud to join my colleagues as a co- with H–1B visas will not count towards the an- SERVED AREAS sponsor of H.J. Res. 110, and urge its swift nual H–1B cap. passage. SPEECH OF I urge you to vote for S. 2302. f HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE f THRIFT SAVINGS PLAN OPEN OF TEXAS BE PROUD TO BE AN AMERICAN ELECTIONS ACT OF 2004 AN ESSAY BY HELEN LU IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. JO ANN DAVIS Wednesday, November 17, 2004 HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK OF VIRGINIA Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, OF CALIFORNIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the purpose of this bill is to make it possible IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for foreign doctors to provide medical services Wednesday, November 17, 2004 in geographic areas which have been des- Thursday, November 18, 2004 Mrs. JO ANN DAVIS of Virginia. Mr. Speak- ignated by the Secretary of Health and Human Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize er, I rise in strong support of H.R. 4324, the Services as having a shortage of health care an essay composed by Helen Lu, a 16-year- Thrift Savings Plan Open Elections Act of professionals. S. 2302 is almost identical to old junior at Washington High School in Fre- 2004. This simple, but important legislation will H.R. 4453, which I cosponsored with my col- mont, CA. Miss Lu delivered her essay at the allow eligible individuals the opportunity to league, Mr. HOSTETTLER. H.R. 4453 passed Alameda County Veterans Affairs Commis- elect or modify contributions to the Thrift Sav- the House on October 6 on the suspension sion’s Veterans Day commemoration on No- ings Plan (TSP) at any time, without penalty. calendar. The Senate bill has an additional vember 11, 2004.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00029 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A17NO8.141 E18PT1 E2046 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 BE PROUD TO BEANAMERICAN completing his Rotating Internship at Perth nine years Jeff has been involved with scout- Be proud to be an American. Be proud that Amboy, Dr. Haque went to Kingsbrook Med- ing, he has held numerous leadership posi- you are part of this great democratic soci- ical Center as a first year resident in Internal tions, serving as Scribe, Assistant Patrol Lead- ety, founded on the ideals of liberty and free- Medicine. er, Patrol Leader, and Assistant Senior Patrol dom that our forefathers have fought for in Dr. Haque says he finally found the right the American Revolution. Leader. Jeff attended H. Roe Bartle each year Be proud to be an American. Remember place when he came to Brooklyn Jewish for since becoming a member of Troop 397, and our role in the destruction of that Fascist his second and third year residencies in Inter- is a member of the Tribe of Mic-O-Say, Order dictatorship in the Second World War. nal Medicine from 1966 to 1968 and Chief of the Arrow, and Brotherhood. Be proud to be an American, that you live Medical Resident from 1968 to 1969. He in the most democratic nation in the world joined the Medical Staff in 1971, worked as a For his Eagle Scout project, Jeff disassem- and take part in the most dynamic and depart-time attending physician in the medical bled and removed the old playground equip- veloped economy. clinic in 1976 and was named to his current ment in Lion’s Park in Kearney; and then as- Be proud to be an American, though you position as the Medical Director of the Depart- sembled and installed new playground equip- may look at what is going on these days, and ment. sigh in disappointment at our divided condi- ment of Psychiatry in 1985. Dr. Haque is tion regarding a war. But we have known Board-certified in both Internal Medicine and Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in greater division, the American Civil War. Geriatrics and is a member of the Kings Coun- commending Jeffrey William Haynes for his Yet we still come together as a nation. We ty Medical Society and Medical Society of the accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of still have come together to build this great State of New York. He graduated in 1960 from America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- nation into what it is today. the Khyber Medical College of the University ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. Be proud to be an American, even though of Peshawar, Pakistan. He did his internship we are uncertain if every war has been justi- at Lady Reading Hospital and served as Med- fied. There are those who call Vietnam a f mistake. There are those who call the war in ical Director at the Cantonment General Hos- Iraq an error. You can dwell on those issues pital, both in Peshawar. CONGRATULATING LARRY the other 364 days of the year, but today just For his long-time commitment to the Inter- HERBSTER ON HIS RETIREMENT remember the millions of men and women faith Medical Center and its patients, Dr. who have so selflessly devoted their lives to Haque has received the 2004 Spirit Award for their country. Excellence in Patient Care from the Center. HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI Be proud to be an American, for there is Mr. Speaker, Dr. Nisarul Haque has dedi- one thing certain, and remember it when you cated his professional career to serving pa- OF PENNSYLVANIA feel lost amidst all the political argument: tients in the Brooklyn community at Interfaith there have always been brave men and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Medical Center. As such, he is more than wor- women who would lay down their lives to Thursday, November 18, 2004 protect those of yours and mine. There have thy of receiving our recognition today, and I urge my colleagues to join me in honoring this always been courageous men and women who Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today would sacrifice themselves for their country. truly remarkable person. to ask you and my respected colleagues in the We may look back at any war and condemn f it as a grave mistake. We may look back on House of Representatives to pay tribute to this war in Iraq, where thousands of young IN MEMORY OF LANCE CPL. SEAN Larry Herbster as he retires from his position men and women have died, as a grave mis- M. LANGLEY as General Manager of WBRE–TV, the NBC take. History may show that we had mis- affiliate in Wilkes-Barre, Pennsylvania. takes, but we will always be certain of the absolute heroism of those who sacrificed for HON. BEN CHANDLER Larry has worked for Nexstar Broadcasting their country. OF KENTUCKY for five years and was named Vice President Be proud to be an American. Your country IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and General Manager of WBRE in 2000. is a nation in which people may disagree Thursday, November 18, 2004 over values and beliefs, yet always come to- Larry was born in Scranton and is a 1961 gether in the end to fight any battle that Mr. CHANDLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today graduate of Scranton Preparatory School. He needs to be fought. to honor the life of Lance Cpl. Sean M. Lang- received his bachelor of science degree from To all our veterans, those who are here ley. On November 7, 2004, Lance Cpl. Lang- the University of Scranton and his master’s with us and to those who gave their lives in ley made the ultimate sacrifice for his country degree in business administration from New the service of their country, you have our ut- while serving in Iraq. The work of our young York University’s Stern Graduate School of most respect. men and women in the armed services is vital Business. f for the safety and security of our Nation. The Larry has worked in the media since 1967, A TRIBUTE TO NISARUL HAQUE, death of Lance Cpl. Langley is a true loss to beginning with LIFE Magazine, TIME-LIFE M.D. the United States. I salute his dedication while Broadcast and Cable and TIME-LIFE Books. serving in the 2nd Battalion, 5th Marine Regi- He also worked in various capacities with The ment, 1st Marine Division, 1st Marine Expedi- Washington Post and The Gannett Co., Inc. HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS tionary Force. My thoughts and prayers are OF NEW YORK Larry was President of two Gannett television with his parents, Bill and Patricia Langley, and stations in Oklahoma City and in Buffalo, New IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES all those who loved him. York before retiring in 1999. He then became Thursday, November 18, 2004 f Vice President and General Manager of Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of RECOGNIZING JEFFREY WILLIAM Nexstar Broadcasting’s Rochester, New York Dr. Nisarul Haque for his dedication to Inter- HAYNES FOR ACHIEVING THE CBS affiliate before coming back home to faith Medical Center and excellence in patient RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT Northeastern Pennsylvania. He and his wife care. Anna reside in Wilkes-Barre. Legendary for his gentle and caring manner, HON. SAM GRAVES Larry has been active in community affairs Dr. Haque has been affiliated with Interfaith OF MISSOURI throughout his entire life, serving on the Medical Center for nearly his entire medical IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES boards of the United Way of Wyoming Valley, career, joining as a medical resident in 1966 the Diamond City Partnership, the Boy Scouts at one of Interfaith Medical Center’s prede- Thursday, November 18, 2004 of America and Scranton Tomorrow. In his cessor hospitals, Jewish Hospital and Medical Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause spare time, Larry is an avid sailor. Larry will Center of Brooklyn, or ‘‘Brooklyn Jewish.’’ He to recognize Jeffrey William Haynes of teach on the graduate school level now that has been married to Lois Haque for 38 years Kearney, Missouri, a very special young man he is retiring. and they have two sons, Kamaal and Jameel. who has exemplified the finest qualities of citi- Dr. Haque came to the United States from zenship and leadership by taking an active Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratu- Pakistan on July 4, 1964, arriving to see Inde- part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 397, lating Larry Herbster upon his retirement. It is pendence Day fireworks from a helicopter, and in earning the most prestigious award of truly a privilege to represent a man who has which was shuttling him from JFK Airport to Eagle Scout. worked diligently to dispense the news to the New Jersey to start his American medical ca- Jeff has been very active with his troop, par- public and who has served his community with reer at Perth Amboy General Hospital. After ticipating in many scout activities. Over the a variety of civic activities.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00030 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.003 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2047 COMMEMORATING THE 75TH ANNI- services to area residents who cannot afford plied for a grant to print an emergency pre- VERSARY OF SHAKER SQUARE insurance. Also, Project READY teams with paredness pamphlet in four languages to be the University of North Texas to encourage distributed to every home. Not only would fam- HON. STEPHANIE TUBBS JONES social and academic success and reinforce ilies with children in public school receive this OF OHIO positive behavior of youth living in the Phoenix pamphlet, but so would families with students IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES housing development. Finally, Resident Out- in private and charter schools. reach Clean Up Project in cooperation with the Mr. Speaker, I commend the Palm Beach Thursday, November 18, 2004 University of North Texas and Keep Denton County School District for its efforts to prepare Mrs. JONES of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise Beautiful improved the community sur- students, faculty, parents, and community today to celebrate the 75th Anniversary of one roundings and eliminated trash and graffiti. I members for emergency situations. of Cleveland’s most cherished landmarks, believe these programs will better enhance f Shaker Square. our community by investing in our citizens and RECOGNIZING ALEXANDER COBLE The Square was built in 1927–29 by Otis forming a safer environment for our neighbor- KREEGER FOR ACHIEVING THE and Mantis Van Sweringen, the brothers who hoods. RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT developed Shaker Heights, Ohio. The oldest Once again, I would like to express my sin- shopping district in Ohio and the second old- cere congratulations to the Denton Housing est in the Nation, Shaker Square was listed in Authority for their innovation and hard work in HON. SAM GRAVES the National Register of Historic Places in providing community outreach services to the OF MISSOURI 1976. What you see at Shaker Square today city of Denton and surrounding communities. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is a happy combination of nearly 75 years of f Thursday, November 18, 2004 preservation, enhanced by a multi-million dol- Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause lar renovation in 2000–2001. COMMENDING THE PALM BEACH COUNTY SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR to recognize Alexander Coble Kreeger of The Square has been viewed as the gate- Kearney, Missouri, a very special young man way to the Eastern suburbs. In addition to the ITS DESIGNATION AS ONE OF THE TOP THREE SCHOOL DIS- who has exemplified the finest qualities of citi- development of Shaker Square was the cre- zenship and leadership by taking an active ation of a rapid transit (light rail) connection to TRICTS IN EMERGENCY PRE- PAREDNESS part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 397, downtown Cleveland via the Terminal Tower, and in earning the most prestigious award of which is now a part of The Tower City Center. Eagle Scout. Shaker Square is home to many unique HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS Alex has been very active with his troop, shops and restaurants and is home to the His- OF FLORIDA participating in many scout activities. Over the toric Colonial Theater, which was built in 1937. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 10 years Alex has been involved with scout- But Shaker Square is more than a shopping Thursday, November 18, 2004 ing, he has held numerous leadership posi- area. It is the heart of a lively, diverse neigh- Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I tions, serving as Den Chief, Patrol Leader, Bu- borhood. There are more than 4,000 units of gler, and Junior Assistant Scoutmaster. Alex high-quality rental and condominium apart- rise today to commend the Palm Beach Coun- ty School District for achieving a rating of attended H. Roe Bartle Camp for 6 years, be- ments near the square—the largest concentra- coming a member of the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. tion of multi family housing in Cleveland—plus ‘‘Best’’ in the report released by the America Prepared Campaign on Preparedness in He was elected to the Order of the Arrow in townhouses and many private homes. 2000, Ordeal in 2000, and Brotherhood in Therefore, it is with great pride and pleasure America’s Schools. In the twenty school districts rated on their emergency preparedness 2001. that I congratulate Shaker Square and the For his Eagle Scout project, Alex cleaned regarding terrorism, Palm Beach County community-at-large as we celebrate the 75th and repaired the Lion’s Club garage in Anniversary of this historic landmark in the city scored in third place. The America Prepared Campaign is a non- Kearney. of Cleveland and the 11th Congressional Dis- Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in profit, non-partisan initiative that uses the ex- trict of Ohio. commending Alexander Coble Kreeger for his pertise of national leaders on a range of mat- f accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of ters to give citizens the tools and information America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- CONGRATULATIONS TO THE they need to prepare themselves and their ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. DENTON HOUSING AUTHORITY families for a large-scale disaster, particularly a terrorism event. f HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS In their report entitled ‘‘Preparedness in CORRECTING ENROLLMENT OF OF TEXAS America’s Schools: A Comprehensive Look at H.R. 1417 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Terrorism Preparedness in America’s Twenty Largest School Districts,’’ the foundation ex- SPEECH OF Thursday, November 18, 2004 amined how well these school districts are HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to prepared to protect their students in the event OF TEXAS recognize the Denton Housing Authority to of a terrorist attack or other major emergency. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES commend them for receiving four National As- With 193 schools and more than 160,000 sociation of Housing and Redevelopment Offi- students, the School District of Palm Beach Wednesday, November 17, 2004 cials (NAHRO) Merit Awards this year. County was lauded for its ‘‘long history of ro- Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, The Denton Housing Authority has been ac- bust school security and safety efforts.’’ I rise in support of S. Con. Res. 145, a bill for tive in the North Texas community for years, School District Police Department Chief James correcting the enrollment of H.R. 1417, the working hard to provide quality public and af- Kelly was singled out for his focus on imple- ‘‘Copyright Royalty and Distribution Reform fordable housing. This year at the 2004 menting effective and efficient security meth- Act.’’ I commend Messrs. Smith, Mr. Berman, NAHRO awards ceremony, the Denton Hous- ods, such as identification badges for school and Ranking Member Conyers, for their re- ing Authority was recognized for their achieve- personnel, including students, a GPS tracking spective hard work in crafting this legislation. ments. The Denton Housing Authority raised system for county school buses, and the intro- The underlying bill would replace the exist- the bar once again by winning more merit duction of violence-intervention programs. ing administrative procedures within the U.S. awards than in 2003. This report also cited the School District’s Copyright Office that determine copyright roy- The Denton Housing Authority was recog- outstanding use of communication, employing alty rates and the distribution of related royal- nized for four of their programs. The Class Ap- the use of the existing local notification system ties under various compulsory licenses. prenticeship Program, created by the Bureau rather than a brand-new, expensive phone Under the Copyright Royalty Tribunal Re- of Apprenticeship and Training, provides ca- tree. This method ensures that parents and form Act of 1993, the Librarian of Congress reer training programs, on-the-job training, and local officials have up-to-date emergency infor- has the authority to convene Copyright Arbitra- associated technical instruction to program mation. tion Royalty Panels, or ‘‘CARPS,’’ to resolve participants and members of the community. While the School District has every right to failed private negotiations between parties that The Denton County Health Department Dental feel proud of their accomplishment, officials fail to establish rates or to distribute royalties Clinic teams with the County Health Depart- know that there is still plenty of work to be regarding the commercial use of movies, ment to make available low-cost and free done. The school district has, for example, ap- music and other specified copyrighted works.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00031 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.008 E18PT1 E2048 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 For years, the CARP system has been criti- STEVE LOHR’S NEW YORK TIMES health care system, and Kaiser certainly has cized for rendering unpredictable and incon- ARTICLE: ‘‘IS KAISER THE FU- its share of problems. But according to sistent decisions, employing arbitrators lacking TURE OF AMERICAN HEALTH economists and medical experts, Kaiser is a leader in the drive both to increase the qual- the expertise to render sound decisions, and CARE?’’ ity of care and to spend health dollars more for being unnecessarily expensive. wisely, using technology and incentives tai- H.R. 1417 is a reasonable bill to cure these HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK lored to those goals. ‘‘Quality health care in concerns and is based on the input and rec- OF CALIFORNIA America will never be cheap, but Kaiser ommendations of government and industry ex- probably does it better than anywhere else,’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES perts. said Uwe E. Reinhardt, an economist at H.R. 1417 addresses the problem of lack of Thursday, November 18, 2004 Princeton who specializes in health issues. arbitrator expertise by appointing a ‘‘Copyright HEALTH care systems in most industri- Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to alized countries are in crises of one form or Judge’’ to preside over the new process. The recognize an excellent article recently pub- another. But the American system is charac- Copyright Judge will be appointed by the Li- lished in the New York Times. For years I terized by both feast and famine: it leads the brarian of Congress, have full adjudicatory re- have talked about the benefits of real man- world in delivering high-tech medical mir- sponsibility, and have the authority to make aged care, not the managed cost model Re- acles but leaves 45 million people uninsured. rulings on both the law and rates. The Copy- publicans in Congress and the Bush Adminis- The United States spends more on health right Judge will select two professional staff tration blindly push at the expense of patients. care than any other country—$6,167 a person members with knowledge of economics, busi- a year—yet it is a laggard among wealthy In his article, Steve Lohr presents the facts nations under basic health measures like life ness, and finance. These staff qualifications about Kaiser Permanente and its non-profit expectancy. In a nutshell, America’s health will also improve the quality of the decisions staff model health maintenance organization. care system, according to many experts, is a rendered. For thousands of people in my district and mil- nonsystem. ‘‘It’s like the worst market sys- H.R. 1417 redefines the role of the Copy- lions across the country Kaiser provides qual- tem you could devise, just a mess,’’ said right Office. Presently, acts as an intake agen- ity, cost effective care, while still finding the re- Neelam Sekhri, a health policy specialist at cy answering initial case intake questions, as sources necessary to be a leader in the devel- the World Health Organization in Geneva. well as an appellate court for CARP decisions In this political season, the health care de- opment of health information technology. At bate has been mostly about who will pay the by advising the Librarian on cases. This dual the same time, Kaiser keeps costs down by bill. President Bush talks about tax credits role forces the Copyright Office to often de- effectively managing chronic conditions and and health savings accounts that are in- cline to answer threshold intake questions for educating healthy members to avoid chronic tended to give people more control over their fear of having to review its own decisions at conditions down the road. care but would also mean that they would the appellate stage. Under H.R. 1417, the Tax credits and personal responsibility will pay more out of their own pockets. Senator Copyright Office’s appellate responsibilities will do little or nothing to ameliorate the crisis of John Kerry wants the government to pay be removed and the Office will only act in an more, and he has proposed a major, and cost- 45 million uninsured Americans. The Kaiser ly, program to cover the uninsured. administrative and advisory capacity by coun- model is the most reasonable approach to cre- The favored solution of many liberals—and seling the Copyright Judge on substantive ating a single-payer universal health care sys- of no small number of health care experts— issues as requested. tem. Obstacles to reaching the goal of uni- is a single-payer system of health insurance, For small claimants who participate in the versal coverage are many, but this article pre- covering the entire population and under- CARP process, the substantial expenses are sents the hard fact that Kaiser is the future of written by the government. For the foresee- practically preclusive. H.R. 1417 contains pro- American health care. able future, that is considered politically off- visions to make the process more accessible. limits, which was the message Washington It is with pleasure that I submit the attached absorbed from the abandoned effort to fash- First, claimants must declare an ‘‘amount in article, ‘‘Is Kaiser the Future of American ion a national health program in the Clinton controversy’’ during a distribution determina- Health Care?’’ for inclusion in the CONGRES- administration. tion phase of the proceedings. If the dollar fig- SIONAL RECORD. The article originally ap- How to finance health care is only one side ure is $500 or less, the claimant will be as- peared in the October 31, 2004 edition of The of the problem. The other is how to deliver signed to the small claims process which is an New York Times. the care more intelligently, and that is where the Kaiser experience holds lessons. less expensive, ‘‘all-paper’’ claim resolution [From the New York Times, Oct. 31, 2004] method. Given the demands of an aging population IS KAISER THE FUTURE OF AMERICAN HEALTH and steady advances in medical technology, Another provision of H.R. 1417, that benefits CARE? national health spending will continue to both large and small claimants requires the fil- (By Steve Lohr) climb. Yet by all accounts, there is plenty of ing of a ‘‘notice of intent to participate’’ in ei- OAKLAND, CA—After 18 years in private waste—estimates range up to 30 percent or ther a rate-making or distribution proceeding. practice, Dr. Victor Silvestre was exhausted more of total spending—from unnecessary This not requirement will discourage entities from his lonely battle, day after day, with a clinical tests, hospital stays and prescrip- from disrupting the process by participating at health care system that seemed to be work- tions, and the bedeviling sea of paper used to the last minute. If a party failure to file in a ing against him. A general practitioner, Dr. handle bills, claims and patient records. ‘‘We’re not going to spend less, but fig- Silvestre found it increasingly difficult to timely manner or fails to pay the required fee, uring out how to get the most value out of get his patients appointments with special- they will be an exclusion of either written or our health spending is going to be the big ists, who tended to focus on lucrative proce- oral participation in that determination. Those issue of the future,’’ said David Cutler, a dures instead of routine care. Paperwork and exempted as small claimants would not be af- health care economist at Harvard. haggling with insurance companies, he said, fected by this requirement. But Kaiser as a model? Wasn’t Kaiser, an took more and more time. ‘‘There just had to H.M.O., part of the ‘‘managed care’’ move- H.R. 1417 contains several procedural be a better way,’’ he recalled. changes to make the claim resolution process ment that faltered in the 1990’s amid pro- For Dr. Silvestre, the better way was not tests from doctors and patients? In fact, Kai- more convenient for the parties. H.R. 1417 ex- across the border in Canada, or in some af- ser, with its origins in the 1930’s and 1940’s, pands the duration of the discovery phase fluent nearby suburb, but in his own back- when the industrialist Henry J. Kaiser pro- from 45 to 60 days to give parties more time yard, in Oakland. Two years ago, he joined vided health care for his construction and to file their claims. Additionally, the 180–day Kaiser Permanente, the huge health mainte- shipyard workers, has always been a hybrid. time-frame for completing the CARP hearing nance organization based here. ‘‘So many of The managed care concept of the 1990’s was the solutions, the ingredients of a more ra- about having an outside bean counter, usu- process is amended to require parties com- tional system for delivering health care, plete the hearing phase of a rate-making or ally an insurance company, looking over the were there,’’ he said. shoulder of the doctor—managing costs in- distribution determination in 6 months. The It may seem unlikely, given Kaiser’s past stead of managing care. Copyright Judge, at their discretion, could ex- image as a ham-handed H.M.O., but plenty of Kaiser has a different setup with different tend this period up to a maximum of 6 addi- others are reaching the same conclusion. incentives. It emphasizes preventive care tional months. High-level visitors from across the political and managing chronic diseases like heart Mr. Speaker, after the corrections made by spectrum—the Bush administration and Na- disease and diabetes to keep people S. Con. Res. 145, H.R. 1417 will make tional Health Service of Britain, for exam- healthier. And that saves money because changes to the CARP system that will benefit ple—are coming to California these days to healthier people require less costly care like look at Kaiser as an institution that is actu- hospitalization. the parties as well as the agents of the copy- ally doing some of the things needed to im- The country’s largest private-sector pro- right adjudication system. I support H. Con. prove health care. vider of health care, Kaiser employs more Res. 145 and H.R. 1417, and I urge my col- Obviously, there is no single model for re- than 11,000 physicians and 135,000 other work- leagues to join me. vamping the nation’s costly, disjointed ers, owns 30 hospitals and hundreds of clinics

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00032 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.012 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2049 and serves more than eight million members In practice, the fee-for-service system is son, Wis. Despite the switch, HealthConnect in nine states and the District of Columbia. often an invitation to do more of every- is scheduled to be rolled out during the next Seventy percent are in California. Kaiser is thing—more visits, more tests, more sur- couple of years across Kaiser’s operations. both insurer and provider; employers typi- gery. What gets done is what gets paid for, The conversion of inefficient paperwork to cally pay fixed yearly fees for each member, and insurers usually do not pay for preven- a digital network also opens the door to fos- no matter how much care is provided. tive care or chronic care management pro- tering more efficient markets in health care. Clearly, Kaiser has its limits as a model vided by nurses or in group classes, like the Markets rely on information, yet the health for others. It is unlike many mainstream ones at Kaiser. care economy is one in which information on health plans in that it is a not-for-profit In the fee-for-service medical economy, patients, treatments and outcomes is company—though one with annual revenue doctors and hospitals routinely strike dif- trapped on paper and isolated in clinics, hos- of more than $25 billion and operating mar- ferent deals at different fees with many dif- pitals and insurance offices—instead of being gins of 5 percent. Its facilities tend to be ferent insurers. The results are complexity, shared, analyzed and compared, while still large, and it has a lingering reputation for inefficiency and a constant bureaucratic tug- insuring privacy. practicing an impersonal, regimented style of-war between health care providers and in- The fee-for-service model exists because of medicine that limits patient choice, de- surers over claims. patient visits, clinical tests and surgical pro- spite recent efforts like the creation of phy- The Kaiser economy seems a world apart. cedures can be measured. They are inputs, in economic terms. Whether those inputs are sicians’ personal Web pages and e-mail com- ‘‘What works at Kaiser is the integration of effective is another matter. munication with patients. the financing and delivery of care, and the In recent years, there have been efforts to Still, most health care experts who have aligned incentives that allow you to make focus on the quality of health care. The Na- studied Kaiser are impressed. ‘‘Kaiser has a more rational decisions about health care for tional Committee for Quality Assurance con- model that consciously manages both qual- members,’’ said Ms. Sekhri, the policy expert ducts annual reports based on a health plan’s ity and costs in a way that has been very ef- at the World Health Organization, who has use of practices shown to improve patients’ fective,’’ said Margaret O’Kane, president of studied Kaiser. health, from timely prenatal care to choles- the National Committee for Quality Assur- Ms. Sekhri was a co-author of a 2002 report terol management. Kaiser plans consistently ance, an independent group that monitors that compared Kaiser in California with the earn excellent ratings in the group’s reports, National Health Service of Britain. The re- health plans. and, this year, it had four of the five top- Kaiser’s approach is best illustrated in two port found that for comparable spending, the rated plans in the Pacific region, its strong- ways: its management of chronic illnesses Kaiser system in California did a better job hold. like heart disease and diabetes, and its $3 bil- of keeping people with chronic conditions Dr. Francis J. Crosson, the executive direc- lion initiative to use information technology out of hospitals. And when Kaiser patients tor of the physicians’ side of Kaiser, said, to improve clinical care and streamline oper- were admitted to hospitals, their stays were ‘‘Our future has to be to compete on quality, ations. generally shorter. Recently, Britain sent offering people demonstrably better care and Across the country, health costs are groups of primary care physicians and hos- better value.’’ skewed. In any given year, 90 percent of pital administrators to California to learn And the Kaiser system delivers quality spending provides care for 30 percent of the from Kaiser. while controlling total costs. A recent sur- population, and more than half of total The Labor government in Britain may look vey of health care costs in 15 metropolitan spending goes to 5 percent of the population. to Kaiser as an efficient model for its health areas by Hewitt Associates, the human re- Much of it is spent on people with chronic service, which is run by the government. But sources consulting firm, found that the cost illnesses like heart disease and diabetes. So the Bush administration is more interested for care per employee last year was lowest in helping people with those ailments stay as in Kaiser as a model for the efficiencies and the San Francisco area, where Kaiser mem- healthy as possible offers much opportunity integration that can be achieved through in- bers were about 35 percent of the insured for cutting costs—and for improving lives. formation technology. population, at $5,515, and was highest in re- In Northern California, Kaiser has sharply In May, the Bush administration appointed gions where Kaiser did not operate—led by reduced the death rate for its three million Dr. David J. Brailer to the new post of na- New York, at $6,818 a worker. members there in recent years by moni- tional coordinator of health information Quality yardsticks are helpful, but they toring and controlling blood pressure and technology. His mandate is to prod the na- still measure inputs—ones associated with cholesterol levels and by promoting the use tion’s health care system into the computer better health—instead of tracking how pa- of aspirin and beta blockers (to reduce the age. Bringing patient records and prescrip- tients fare. The longer-term goal is for risk of heart attacks) and statins (to lower tions out of the pen-and-ink era promises to health plans to use technology more, as lead- cholesterol). The death rate from heart dis- save both dollars and lives. The automation ing companies in the rest of the economy do. ease among the Kaiser members is 30 percent of an electronic system could sharply reduce For the health plans, that may mean con- lower than it is in the rest of the Northern medical errors, which are estimated to be re- stantly tracking patients, treatments and California population, adjusted for age and sponsible for 45,000 to 98,000 deaths a year, results. ‘‘To have a real market for quality gender. according to the Institute of Medicine of the in health care, you need a product,’’ Mr. Four months ago, Jose Flores, 44, a postal National Academy of Sciences. Halvorson said. ‘‘And that means reliable, worker in San Francisco, had double-bypass Kaiser has been investing heavily in infor- timely information about outcomes, clinical- heart surgery. While still in the hospital, he mation technology for years. Its clinical in- trial sorts of databases that show things was enrolled in a program of education and formation system includes electronic records like, for example, 50-year-olds in our system treatment, which is run by nurses and lasts with a patient’s history, prescriptions and have fewer heart attacks. a year. Patients receive instruction on diet, preventive health recommendations. A doc- ‘‘With the right information and the right exercise and cholesterol management; smok- tor can call up a patient’s X-ray or magnetic incentives,’’ he added, ‘‘capitalism creates ers are placed in a course to help them quit. resonance image on a desktop personal com- very good solutions.’’ Mr. Flores says he is on a drug regimen puter. Electronic prescribing—a goal in the f that includes beta blockers and Lovastatin, government plan—is routine at Kaiser. a generic cholesterol-lowering statin. He Yet Kaiser is in the midst of a several- A TRIBUTE TO DAVID J. MANNING takes large doses of niacin, a vitamin that year, $3 billion program, called KP raises the level of high-density lipoprotein, HealthConnect, to drastically improve and HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS the ‘‘good’’ cholesterol that protects against integrate its clinical and administrative sys- OF NEW YORK heart attacks. He walks for an hour, five tems and Web-based services for members. days a week. His eating habits have been Once it is in place, Kaiser clinicians will be IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES transformed, too: fried foods were once a sta- able to tap into a vast but flexible store- Thursday, November 18, 2004 ple of his diet, but no more. Blacklisted, too, house of data that uses intelligent software Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of are sour cream, cheese and corn chips. ‘‘Now, to automatically flag potentially harmful I try to avoid all that,’’ Mr. Flores said. drug combinations for a patient or to sug- David J. Manning for his dedication to Inter- In Northern California alone, Kaiser spends gest what treatments have been most effec- faith Medical Center and continued community $55 million a year on chronic-care manage- tive for other people who are of the same sex, efforts. ment programs. ‘‘But what’s really expensive age group and—eventually—genetic profile. David was elected Senior Vice President of is if we don’t take care of these people and Dr. Brailer, for one, checks in regularly on Corporate Affairs of KeySpan Energy in April manage their chronic conditions,’’ said Dr. the progress of HealthConnect. George 1999. He is the Senior Officer reporting to the Robert Mithun, chief of internal medicine at Halvorson, Kaiser’s chief executive, said, Chairman, with responsibility for public affairs, Kaiser’s medical center in San Francisco. ‘‘Policy makers are looking to us as the cut- government relations, internal and external Dr. Mithun’s comment may seem like no ting edge of how health care can be sup- communications, community development and more than common sense, but it does not reported electronically.’’ flect the typical logic of the dominant fee- Kaiser has had setbacks in the program. altruism, corporate brand strategy, and envi- for-service model of health care. Most doc- Last year, it abandoned I.B.M. as its main ronmental policy and operations. tors and hospitals get a fee from insurers for partner on the project and chose to go with Before joining KeySpan Energy, Mr. Man- each patient visit, clinical test, surgical pro- specialized health care software provided by ning had been President of the Canadian As- cedure or day a patient spends in a hospital. Epic Systems, a private company in Madi- sociation of Petroleum Producers (CAPP)

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00033 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.015 E18PT1 E2050 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 since 1995. From 1993 to 1995, he was Dep- many years Paul has been involved with lustrious careers. May the legacy of their work uty Minister of Energy for the Province of Al- Scouting, he has not only earned numerous continue to inspire the hearts and minds of berta, Canada, the source of approximately 14 merit badges, but the respect of his family, others. percent of the natural gas used in the U.S. peers, and community. I am honored to join with the Cleveland From 1988 to 1993, he was Senior Inter- Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in Council of Black Nurses and the people of the national Trade Counsel for the Government of commending Paul Westfall for his accomplish- 11th Congressional District in celebrating the Alberta, based in New York City. Previously, ments with the Boy Scouts of America and for ‘‘Living Legacy’’ of these visionaries. he was in the private practice of law in Al- his efforts put forth in achieving the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. berta, Canada. Mr. Manning is eligible for ad- f mission to the New York Bar. KeySpan En- f ergy is the 4th largest natural gas distributor in CONGRATULATING ST. MICHAEL’S CONGRATULATING J. ROGER WIL- the United States, serving much of New York UKRAINIAN ORTHODOX CHURCH LIAMS AS TEXAS’ 105TH SEC- City, Long Island, Boston and New Hamp- ON ITS 75TH ANNIVERSARY RETARY OF STATE shire. It is also the largest investor owned electric power generator in New York State, and operates the LIPA electric system on HON. PAUL E. KANJORSKI HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS Long Island under contract. David is past OF PENNSYLVANIA Chairman of the Brooklyn Chamber of Com- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF TEXAS merce, Vice Chairman of the Long Island Thursday, November 18, 2004 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Housing Partnership Board, and Coordinating Mr. KANJORSKI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Thursday, November 18, 2004 Committee Co-chair of the current National to ask you and my respected colleagues in the Petroleum Council Natural Gas Study. House of Representatives to pay tribute to St. Most recently, for his community service Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, on Wednes- Michael’s Ukrainian Orthodox Church on the and contributions to the Interfaith Medical day, November 17, 2004, Texas Governor joyous occasion of its 75th anniversary this Center, David is receiving the Spirit Award for Rick Perry named J. Roger Williams, a Sunday in Scranton, Pennsylvania. Excellence in Community Service from the Weatherford businessman, Texas’ 105th Sec- This church has a rich and proud history in retary of State. Center. the Eleventh District of Pennsylvania. Mr. Speaker, David J. Manning has used his A nationally respected businessman, Roger Groundbreaking for St. Michael’s began on position as a national leader in the energy in- Williams will be a powerful statesman. Mr. Wil- September 2, 1929. The dedicated men and dustry to strengthen and improve our commu- liams will represent Texas entities both home women were the founding members who pro- nity. As such, he is more than worthy of re- and abroad by promoting all our great state vided the community with a place to worship. ceiving our recognition today and I urge my has to offer. The Secretary of State serves as Their children, grandchildren and great-grand- colleagues to join me in honoring this truly re- liaison for the governor on border and Mexi- children continue to worship at St. Michael’s. markable person. can Affairs. As a dedicated civic leader and Members of the congregation are involved in generous philanthropist, Mr. Williams comes f a variety of civic activities that show their dedi- well prepared for his new tenure as Texas’ cation to helping those who are less fortunate. IN MEMORY OF CORPORAL 105th Secretary of State. NICHOLAS DIERFUF The church community shares its heritage through food each June. Visitors can partake In addition to his duties representing Texas, HON. BEN CHANDLER in delicious foods such as homemade pyrohy, Roger Williams will serve as the state’s chief elections officer. The Office of Secretary of OF KENTUCKY holubtsi and halushki, just to name a few. State also is the official repository for official IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Through the Annual Food Festival, church members celebrate culture. But more than and business records; publishes government Thursday, November 18, 2004 that, the festival unites people as it exposes a rules and regulations; and attests to the gov- Mr. CHANDLER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today different ethnicity, fostering understanding and ernor’s signature on official documents. fo honor the life of Corporal Nicholas J. appreciation. Most recently, Mr. Williams served as Chair- Dierfuf. On April 8, 2004, Corporal Dierfuf I would like to recognize Rev. Nestor S. man of the Board of Roger Williams Automall made the ultimate sacrifice for his country Kowal, pastor of St. Michael’s, as well as in Weatherford and Vestry Financial Corpora- while serving in Iraq. The work of our young Karen Nebesky and Charles Warholak, Jr., co- tion of Fort Worth. From 1974 to 1995 Wil- men and women in the armed services is vital chairpersons of the anniversary celebration. liams was President and Chief Executive Offi- for the safety and security of our nation. The Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join me today in cer of Jack Williams Automall, the multiple-line death of Corporal Dierfuf is a true loss to the acknowledging the significant contributions dealership founded by his father, Jack Wil- United States. I salute his dedication while made by St. Michael’s Ukrainian Church and liams, in 1958. serving in the 1st Light Armored Reconnais- to congratulate its members on the occasion sance Battalion, a unit in the 1st Marine Divi- of its 75th anniversary. A former professional baseball player, Roger Williams played for the Atlanta Braves sion. My thoughts and prayers are with his f wife, Emily Duncan Dierfuf, his parents, and farm team from 1971 to 1974, and he owned all those who loved him. IN RECOGNITION OF THE 2004 and operated the San Antonio Brewers profes- CLEVELAND COUNCIL OF BLACK sional baseball club from 1972 to 1975. He f NURSES HALL OF FAME INDUCT- also served as assistant head coach and later RECOGNIZING PAUL WESTFALL EES head coach for the baseball team at Texas FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF Christian University, his alma mater. EAGLE SCOUT HON. STEPHANIE TUBBS JONES Roger Williams has been recognized nation- OF OHIO ally for his business acumen, as a 1981 in- HON. SAM GRAVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ductee into the Automobile Hall of Fame and OF MISSOURI Thursday, November 18, 2004 as the Fort Worth Chamber of Commerce IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mrs. JONES of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise Businessman of the Year in 1984. He was Thursday, November 18, 2004 today to recognize the many outstanding named by Time magazine as Automobile Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause achievements of four distinguished healthcare Dealer of the Year in 1985 and by Sports Illus- to recognize Paul Westfall of Blue Springs, professionals—Drs. Dorothy Bradford, Valerie trated as Import Automobile Dealer of the Missouri, a very special young man who has George, Daisy Alford-Smith, and May Wykle. Year in 1986. Lockheed Martin Management exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship Their endless acts of community service, Association named Williams Manager of the and leadership by taking an active part in the excellence in the field of nursing education Year in 1977. Boy Scouts of America, Troop 138, and in and many nursing affiliations are testimonies I welcome J. Roger Williams to his new role earning the most prestigious award of Eagle to their accomplishments, which have been as Texas Secretary of State and extend my Scout. recognized both locally and nationally. congratulations to Mr. Williams and his family, Paul has been very active with his troop, Their sensitivity and willingness to help oth- his wife Patty and their two daughters, Jaclyn participating in many Scout activities. Over the ers were critical ingredients throughout their il- and Sabrina.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00034 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.018 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2051 COMMEMORATING THE OPENING Scott has been very active with his troop, A TRIBUTE TO NEW LIFE BAPTIST OF THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF participating in many Scout activities. Over the CHURCH THE AMERICAN INDIAN many years Scott has been involved with Scouting, he has not only earned numerous HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS merit badges, but the respect of his family, HON. EDOLPHUS TOWNS OF FLORIDA peers, and community. OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, November 18, 2004 commending Scott Tucker for his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of America and for Thursday, November 18, 2004 Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I his efforts put forth in achieving the highest Mr. TOWNS. Mr. Speaker, I rise in honor of rise to commemorate the opening of the Na- distinction of Eagle Scout. tional Museum of the American Indian. Detail- New Life Baptist Church in Brooklyn, New ing the lives, beliefs, histories, and stories of York in commemoration of its 50th anniversary f thousands of years of Native American life in and spiritual and community leadership. North America, this museum catalogs the im- DEPARTMENT OF ENERGY HIGH- God placed a vision for New Life Baptist portant and unique contribution of Native END COMPUTING REVITALIZA- Church on the heart of E.F. Jacobs and Moth- Americans to the cultural legacy of the United TION ACT OF 2004 er Martha Jacobs, and on February 7, 1954, States. the church began its mission at 214 Howard It is fitting that the National Museum of the SPEECH OF Avenue. The first members were sister Gladys American Indian is located on the National Blackman, Sister Delores Hite, Sister Mae G. Mall at the footsteps of the Capitol Building. HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE Mills Mazyck and Sister Geneva Wonsley. We are all reminded that, except for the peo- OF TEXAS They received letters from Pilgrim Baptist ple this museum celebrates, we are immi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Church to become members. Temporary offi- grants to this land. We have all come to this Wednesday, November 17, 2004 cers were Rev. E.F. Jacobs, moderator and country from different corners of the world: Sister Gladys Blackman as church clerk. some from Europe, some from Asia, others Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, These members were extended the right hand from Africa, Central America, South America, I rise to support H.R. 4516 calling on the Sec- of fellowship by the Council on September 17, the Caribbean, and the Pacific Islands. In a retary of Energy to carry out a program of re- 1954 making them the New Life Baptist way, all of us are guests to this continent, and search and development to advance high-end Church. the American Indian Museum reminds us that computing systems, and to develop and de- Pastor Jacobs adopted the motto: Lift up we have a responsibility to care not only for ploy high-end computing systems for ad- Jesus and give the devil battle. Under his con- our country but for the land we live on, the vanced scientific and engineering applications. tinued leadership, the church continued to oceans we are surrounded by, and, most es- Federally-supported High End Computing thrive. In 1962, God blessed its members with pecially, the native peoples who were here and Computation (HECC) programs involve a new home for the church at 931 Dumont first. leading-edge research and development Ave in Brooklyn. We forgot sometimes what life was like be- (R&D) in large, high performance computa- In 1967, Rev. Holness came to work with fore we immigrants came here. Our land was tional systems, including hardware, software, us. On December 30, 1968, the church elect- not always called the United States, and the architecture, and applications. HECC R&D ex- ed Rev. Clifford L. Johnson as its assistant people here were not always called Ameri- tends the state of the art in computing sys- pastor. On May 8, 1973, Brother Marshall cans. The nations that made up the Native tems, applications, and high end infrastructure Rowe received the call to the ministry and was American spectrum had different cultures and to achieve the scientific, technical, and infor- the first minister to receive a license to preach different histories, but often shared similar be- mation management breakthroughs necessary by New Life. He was followed by Rev. Melvin liefs, such as the power of the relationship be- to keep the U.S. in the forefront of the 21st Ward, who was elected to serve as the sec- tween humans and nature, the wisdom of an- century information technology (IT) revolution. ond pastor of New Life on May 1, 1978. In the cestors, and the particular order of the uni- Federal HECC research continues to pave summer of 1983, New Life mothered its first verse. the way for revolutionary advances in science, church, Victory Baptist Church. Mr. Speaker, the National Museum of the technology, and national security and has be- American Indian reminds us of the important come an important tool in the design and de- On October 24, 1983, Rev. John H. Mar- legacy of the Native American community as velopment of military and commercial products shall was elected as the third pastor of New representatives of our nation’s history, the de- ranging from submarines and aircraft to auto- Life. Under his leadership, the church has re- structive and the creative ideas that built our mobiles. HECC researchers develop computa- ceived many blessings. Sister Carolyn Plaines country. We are privileged to have access to tion-intensive algorithms and software to preached her trial sermon and on August 18, this invaluable collection of artifacts from a model and simulate complex physical, chem- 1991 was licensed to preach the gospel. In history that once was and memories from a ical, and biological systems; information-inten- April 2, 1995, Brother Akin Royall also present that is still very much alive. Once sive science and engineering applications; preached his trial sermon and received his li- again, I celebrate the opening of the National management and use of huge, complex infor- cense to preach the gospel. With Rev. Mar- Museum of the American Indian, and I encour- mation bases; and advanced concepts in shall’s guidance, the church also improved the age all Americans to visit this museum to bet- quantum, biological, and optical computing. church’s physical surroundings. It built a new ter understand the history of our nation and This bill will help to further the Department sanctuary, holding its first baptism there on those who came before it. of Energy’s Leadership-Class Computing October 5, 1996. Three years later, the church f (LCC) initiative to develop the world’s fastest renovated its fellowship hall, kitchen and bath- science research supercomputer and make it room and officially dedicated its new sanc- RECOGNIZING SCOTT TUCKER FOR tuary. ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE available to all users. This legislation, en- New Life also conducts several community SCOUT dorses the goals of the High End Computing and Computation Coordinating Group to en- outreach programs including the Annual Vaca- sure an efficient deployment of resources for tion Bible School event, clothing and food HON. SAM GRAVES advanced computing research at the Depart- give-outs and in 2001 it assisted with the OF MISSOURI ment of Energy and the other federal agencies ‘‘Feed the Children’’ campaign, which provided IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES such as the National Science Foundation, the food for more than 2500 families in the com- Thursday, November 18, 2004 Department of Defense, the Department of munity. New Life also undertakes a ‘‘Back to Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause Commerce. Christ Crusade’’ each year that draws commu- to recognize Scott Tucker of Blue Springs, Federal funding of high-risk research in high nity participation. Missouri, a very special young man who has end computing systems over the past decades Mr. Speaker, New Life Baptist Church has exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship has helped to bring us the personal com- been a source of community and spiritual and leadership by taking an active part in the puters, networks, and cell-phone infrastruc- leadership in Brooklyn for 50 years. As such, Boy Scouts of America, Troop 138, and in tures that have helped to fuel U.S. economic it is more than worthy of receiving our recogni- earning the most prestigious award of Eagle growth. This newest initiative will help continue tion today and I urge my colleagues to join me Scout. that trend. in honoring this truly remarkable congregation.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00035 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.024 E18PT1 E2052 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 TRIBUTE TO RETIRING SCHOOL gion and his strong support for MetroLink in Il- a Circuit Judge in the 20th Judicial Circuit in BOARD MEMBER BARBARA J. linois has its proof in the miles of track which Illinois. He will now apply his knowledge and SIDARI are laid, this year more of which are in Illinois abilities, in helping people, to the courtroom than in Missouri where the system started. where I am confident he will do an excellent HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK His strong leadership in working to keep job. Scott Air Force Base open has continued to OF CALIFORNIA Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me keep a major engine in our regional economy IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in recognizing the contributions of John strong and healthy. Through his direct lob- Baricevic and wish him and his family the very Thursday, November 18, 2004 bying efforts, on behalf of the Leadership best in the future. Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay trib- Council, Scott Air Force base has been kept open through four rounds of nationwide mili- ute to Barbara J. Sidari, who is retiring from f the San Lorenzo Unified School District Board. tary base closures. Only one more round of Mrs. Sidari has served the students, parents, closures is predicted. Scott is the largest em- TRIBUTE TO JIM DAVISON teachers, and administrators in the school dis- ployer south of Springfield, Illinois and is the trict of San Lorenzo, California since she was 4th largest employer in the St. Louis area. first elected in April 1979. She served until Scott brings about $2 billion annually to our HON. DALE E. KILDEE 1983 and was reelected in November 1988 economy and the men and women at the base and has served continuously since that time. are an integral part of our churches, schools, OF MICHIGAN Mrs. Sidari was elected by her fellow Board civic activities and communities. John con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES members to serve as president and vice presi- tinues to campaign and work with me to pro- dent/clerk of the Board several times. tect Scott from closure in this final round. Thursday, November 18, 2004 Working with the St. Louis Regional Cham- During her twenty years as a Board mem- Mr. KILDEE. Mr. Speaker, I stand before ber, Mrs. Sidari represented the Board of Edu- ber of Commerce, John continues to spear- head the planning and development of a new you today to recognize a gentleman who has cation on numerous committees and councils long been at the forefront of working to protect throughout the county. She is especially proud Mississippi River Bridge, a project he sees as important to erasing the divide between Illinois and defend the rights of America’s labor work- of her accomplishments as a member of the ers. On December 1, in Bay City, Michigan, Eden Area Regional Occupational Center and Missouri by creating a new Mississippi river crossing. Without a new Mississippi River friends and family will join members of Utility Council, a position she has held for nineteen Workers Union of America Local 144 to honor years. She has also served as chair of the Bridge our regional transportation system would come to nearly a standstill and the flow Mr. Jim Davison, as he celebrates his retire- Council for several terms. ment after 34 years. Mrs. Sidari has always been active in school of commerce and goods would be drastically affairs having held several positions from His- reduced. John works closely with my office to After honorably serving his country in Viet- torian to President of the local PTA. She is a seek the funds and the support to make the nam as a member of the United States Marine former Cub Scout Den Mother and Brownie bridge a reality. Corps, Jim Davison began his relationship John’s interest in helping people started Leader and continues her active service in a with the UWUA September 1, 1970, when he early in his life. After graduating from Assump- number of educational and civic organizations. began work at Consumers Power. After four tion High School in East St. Louis, he headed Barbara J. Sidari exemplifies commitment years, he was appointed as a union steward, to Atchison, Kansas for his B.S. in Business and service. Her contributions to her commu- as well as a delegate to the Bay County AFL– Administration and then to Kansas State nity are noteworthy. As she ends her twenty- CIO Central Labor Council. In 1975, Jim was Teachers College in Emporia, Kansas, before elected his Local’s Sergeant-At-Arms, and be- year tenure on the San Lorenzo School Board, heading back to Illinois to attend law school at I congratulate her and applaud all that she has came Second Vice-President in 1981. In 1987, Southern Illinois University Carbondale. Jim was elected President. done to make a difference in the lives of oth- He has held numerous temporary jobs dur- ers. Mrs. Sidari will be honored at a reception ing his lifetime, serving for a time with the In 1981, Jim was chosen as Vice-President on January 25, 2005. I join her colleagues, Teamsters, the Machinists and Carpenters. He of the Bay County AFL–CIO Labor Council. friends, and admirers in expressing good wish- is a certified teacher and has been a head Seven years later, he became the Council’s es and appreciation for a job well done. football coach, a substitute teacher and a col- President. Also in 1988, he was elected to f lege admissions director. serve as Vice-President of the Michigan State In the late 70’s John’s interest in law lead Utility Workers Council in Lansing. Jim served RECOGNIZING THE CAREER AND him to serve an internship with the St. Clair admirably in that position until 1995, when he PUBLIC SERVICE OF JOHN County State’s Attorney’s office, this lead to a then became Secretary/Treasurer of the State BARICEVIC—CHAIRMAN OF THE full time position within the office and eventu- Council, a position he held until this year. Jim ST. CLAIR COUNTY BOARD ally he was elected as the St. Clair County’s retired from Consumers Energy in September States Attorney in 1980. When John became 2004. HON. JERRY F. COSTELLO elected as the County’s Board Chairman in In addition to his tremendous work on behalf OF ILLINOIS 1990, he became the Chief Executive Officer of the UWUA and the AFL–CIO, Jim has been IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of the County, managing over 800 employees a tireless advocate of the community. He has Thursday, November 18, 2004 and a budget in excess of 50 million dollars. spent many years on boards for the United He became involved in several projects of re- Mr. COSTELLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Way on the local and state levels, and has gional significance and worked closely with my also provided key leadership for groups such ask my colleagues to join me in recognizing office to see these projects completed and the career and public service of John as the Saginaw Valley Blood Bank, Bay Coun- through all of this time; he continued to pri- ty Economic Development Council, Michigan Baricevic. vately practice law and to help people in need. For 25 years, John Baricevic has been an State Labor Education Program, and the Throughout his busy life, John has been Kawkawlin Fire Department, where he served effective leader for St. Clair County, Illinois married to Marti Lee Chatham, and the father and the entire St. Louis metropolitan region. as Assistant Fire Chief from 1996–2004. Jim of four children: Charles J., 18; Chris, 17; has also been active in politics, which includes His regional approach to public policy issues Brianne, 16; and Brice, 11. his recent election as a Trustee in Kawkawlin has steered both St. Clair County and the re- For more than 25 years, John Baricevic has Township. gion in a positive direction since the beginning served St. Clair County with integrity, vision of his term as St. Clair County Board Chair- and foresight, paving the way for people, on Mr. Speaker, I am exceptionally grateful for man fourteen years ago. John’s vision is cred- both sides of the river, to enjoy a better life. Jim Davison’s dedication to his brothers and ited as the driving force behind numerous Recently, for his lifetime of service, FOCUS sisters in labor, and to the community. He is projects that continue to enhance not only St. St. Louis honored John as their 2004 Leader- a shining example of the best our society has Clair County, but our entire area. ship Award recipient. John continues to serve to offer, and a true role model for his peers as John’s persistent dedication and interest in on regional boards and commissions and well as all those he comes into contact with. regional projects has truly made a difference brings southern Illinois views and perceptions I ask my colleagues in the 108th Congress to in how the St. Louis region has evolved. With to regional business leaders. join me in congratulating Jim on his retire- the addition of MidAmerica Airport, John’s vi- John now leaves the service of St. Clair ment, and wishing him the best in his future sion provided a new reliever airport for the re- County and in early December is sworn in as endeavors.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00036 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.028 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2053 THE COMMERCIAL SPACE LAUNCH none of the funds appropriated by this joint undiminished salary. It is no surprise that over AMENDMENTS ACT OF 2004 resolution or by any other Act shall be obli- the years, the Federal judiciary, more than any gated or expended to increase, after the date of enactment of this joint resolution [Dec. other branch, has served as the protector of HON. DANA ROHRABACHER 15, 1981], any salary of any Federal judge or our precious civil rights and civil liberties. I OF CALIFORNIA Justice of the Supreme Court, except as may agree with Alexander Hamilton that the ‘‘inde- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES be specifically authorized by Act of Congress pendent spirit of judges’’ enables them to Thursday, November 18, 2004 hereafter enacted: Provided, That nothing in this limitation shall be construed to reduce stand against the ‘‘ill humors of passing polit- Mr. ROHRABACHER. Mr. Speaker, today I any salary which may be in effect at the ical majorities.’’ am introducing H.R. 5382 Commercial Space time of enactment of this joint resolution We cannot have a qualified and inde- nor shall this limitation be construed in any Launch Amendments Act of 2004 which con- pendent judiciary if we don’t pay them a just tains the bulk of H.R. 3752, Commercial manner to reduce the salary of any Federal judge or of any Justice of the Supreme wage. Chief Justice Rehnquist has declared Space Launch Amendments Act of 2004, as Court. This section shall apply to fiscal year that ‘‘providing adequate compensation for passed by the House of Representatives on 1981 and each fiscal year thereafter. (empha- judges is basic to attracting and retaining ex- March 4, 2004. sis added). Portions of H.R. 3752 were incorporated perienced, well-qualified and diverse men and This provision placed a severe limitation on women.’’ Justice Breyer was even blunter into H.R. 5245, a bill to extend the liability in- the cost-of-living adjustments—and therefore when he stated, ‘‘the gulf that separates judi- demnification regime for the commercial space the financial well-being of judges by requiring cial pay from compensation in the non-profit transportation industry which passed the specific implementing legislation before a sal- House of Representatives on October 8, 2004. ary increase could be made under the current sector, in academia, and in the private sector f Section 461 of Title 28 in the United States grows larger and larger . . . and threatens ir- reparable harm both to the institution and the RECOGNIZING ALEX STAMOS FOR Code. ACHIEVING THE RANK OF EAGLE Article III, Section 1 of the United States public it serves.’’ SCOUT Constitution provides that ‘‘The Judges . . . The bill before us responds to that problem shall . . . receive for their Services, a Com- granting the judiciary a COLA retroactive to pensation, which shall not be diminished dur- the start of the last fiscal year. I consider this HON. SAM GRAVES ing their Continuance in Office.’’ Over the past OF MISSOURI to be a modest down payment in developing 10 years though, this body has failed to pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES vide Federal judges with annual cost-of-living a more rationale and fair system of compen- Thursday, November 18, 2004 adjustments (COLA), and as a result, these of- sating our Federal judges. Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause fices have faced the economic equivalent of a I urge my colleagues to join this Committee to recognize Alex Stamos of Blue Springs, $77,000 reduction in salary. In the last 30 in supporting this important legislation. Mr. Missouri, a very special young man who has years, while average pay has increased by 12 Speaker, I ask that my colleagues vote ‘‘yes’’ exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship percent for most workers, it has decreased by on H.R. 5363. and leadership by taking an active part in the 25 percent for Federal judges. Federal judges Boy Scouts of America, Troop 138, and in make a lifetime commitment to serve the pub- f earning the most prestigious award of Eagle lic. This legislation will help them to plan their Scout. financial futures with assurance that their pay HONORING KATHLEEN GARRISON Alex has been very active with his troop, is commensurate with the cost-of-living in- AND RUTH ANN BUSALD AT THE participating in many scout activities. Over the creases for this year. MADISONVILLE LUMINARIA many years Alex has been involved with Under the current pay schedule, Federal scouting, he has not only earned numerous district court judges earn $150,000 per year. merit badges, but the respect of his family, This is far, far less than they could earn in pri- HON. ROB PORTMAN peers, and community. vate practice and is even less than an asso- Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in ciate right out of law school earns in New York OF OHIO commending Alex Stamos for his accomplish- City. Our Federal judiciary will not attract the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ments with the Boy Scouts of America and for kind of high caliber legal minds that are need- his efforts put forth in achieving the highest ed if the compensation is not maintained in a Thursday, November 18, 2004 reasonable fashion. distinction of Eagle Scout. Mr. PORTMAN. Mr. Speaker, on Saturday, f It has gotten so bad that employees of the Administrative Office of Courts—who work for November 13, 2004, I participated in the Sec- AUTHORIZATION OF SALARY AD- the Federal judges—now enjoy greater sala- ond Annual Madisonville Neighborhood JUSTMENTS FOR FEDERAL JUS- ries than the judges themselves. This is the Luminaria in Cincinnati, Ohio. As part of the TICES AND JUDGES equivalent of congressional staff earning more program, I had the privilege of honoring two than Congressmen. It is no wonder that Fed- tireless community advocates and volunteers, SPEECH OF eral judges are leaving in droves, with nearly Kathleen Garrison and Ruth Ann Busald. 6 dozen judges leaving over the last several HON. SHEILA JACKSON-LEE Kathy’s dedication to the Madisonville Com- years. OF TEXAS munity Council, the Department of Justice/ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES There can be no doubt of the value and importance of ensuring that our Federal judges Madisonville Weed & Seed Strategy, and the Wednesday, November 17, 2004 are fairly compensated. The Federal judiciary Students Concerned About Today and Tomor- Ms. JACKSON-LEE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, is the crux of our democracy. Without the wis- row is unequaled and makes Madisonville a I rise in support of H.R. 5363, a bill authorizing dom of some of the great judicial scholars of better place to live and work. cost-of-living salary adjustments for justices the past, many of us—women, African-Ameri- Ruth’s dedication to researching, archiving, and judges of the Federal courts for fiscal year cans and all minorities, immigrants, disabled, and sharing the history of Madisonville, for 2005 that has been introduced by Chairman and others, would not enjoy the fundamental more than a decade, is unparalleled. Her life- JIM SENSENBRENNER and co-sponsored by civil liberties that we do today. We are a long Ranking Member JOHN CONYERS of the Judici- way from a completely fair and equal society, long commitment to Madisonville has kept the ary Committee. The bill would provide for a but without the best and brightest legal minds, community history alive, enriching all who live 2.5 percent adjustment of Federal judiciary we will never make it to that goal. and work in the community. salaries. I thank the Chairman for his leader- If there is any single idea in the Constitution Kathy Garrison and Ruth Ann Busald’s gen- ship in bringing this very important matter to that has separated our experiment in democ- erosity is an example of that admirable Amer- the floor. In 1981, Congress passed a Joint racy from all other nations, it is the concept of ican spirit of volunteerism that motivates and Resolution Making Further Continuing Appro- an independent judiciary. enriches not only the local community, but priations for FY 1982, and Section 140 of that The Founding Fathers, in their great wis- also the country as a whole. legislation read as follows: dom, created a system of checks and bal- Notwithstanding any other provision of ances, granting independent judges not only All of us in the Second District of Ohio ap- law or of this joint resolution [Pub. L. 97–92], lifetime tenure, but the right to an preciate their service to our area.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00037 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.032 E18PT1 E2054 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 TRIBUTE TO ARMY PV2 JUSTIN During his twenty years at the helm of Pima adjunct professor at Pima Community College RAY YOEMANS, A MODEL OF County Community Services, the department in Tucson, Arizona. He also taught one se- VALOR IN SERVICE TO HIS doubled in size. He accomplished this by ag- mester as adjunct professor at the University COUNTRY gressively pursuing state and local funding, of Arizona, School of Public Administration. He federal grants and private support. These ef- is a Founding Member and Chairman of the HON. TERRY EVERETT forts resulted in a $36 million annual budget local American Society for Public Administra- with 30 separate funding streams for his de- OF ALABAMA tion Chapter. partment. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, Hank Atha improved the qual- He pursued the department’s mission by ity of life for many citizens in Tucson, Arizona Thursday, November 18, 2004 supporting the work of local non-profit organi- by investing in people and community-based Mr. EVERETT. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay zations with as many as 250 grants and serv- organizations to strengthen the entire commu- tribute to Army PV2 Justin Ray Yoemans of ices contracts awarded each year. His leader- nity’s capacity to serve those in need, and I Eufaula, Alabama, who lost his life November ship style welcomed input and encouraged in- ask that the House commend him on his com- 6 while defending our Nation. dividual initiative. Over the years, many grad- mitment to his community and his country. uate students, adult trainees and motivated Private Yoemans was manning his gun po- f sition when his Humvee encountered a road- young people began their careers in public side bomb during a street patrol of Baghdad, policy or human-service fields through intern- PERSONAL EXPLANATION Iraq. According to military accounts, Private ships with Community Services. Yoemans gave his life to protect his fellow sol- Mr. Speaker, under Mr. Atha’s leadership, HON. SAM GRAVES Pima County Community Services established diers. He was posthumously awarded a total OF MISSOURI one of the nation’s first One-Stop Career Cen- of five military medals, including the Bronze IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Star and Purple Heart. ters in order to provide consolidated employ- Thursday, November 18, 2004 Private Yoemans, who was assigned to the ment and training services for the City and Fourth Battalion, Fifth Air Defense Artillery at County. This model, which brought multiple Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, on Wednesday, Fort Hood, Texas, gave the ultimate sacrifice agencies together to provide coordinated serv- November 17, 2004 I was unavoidably de- to his country at the age of 20. His family and ices, also proved effective in addressing the tained and thus missed rollcall votes No. 532 friends describe him as a loving son and a pa- basic needs of families in crisis. Mr. Atha and No. 533. Had I been present, I would oversaw the establishment of the Emergency triot who was proud to serve in the military. have voted ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 532, H.R. I cannot express the proper words to con- Services Network in 1986. Subsequent efforts 1417, the Copyright Royalty and Distribution sole his family at the loss of their beloved son. fostered collaboration and innovation in the Reform Act; and ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall No. 533, a However, I do wish to convey that America areas of homeless services, youth programs, bill to improve access to physicians in medi- shares in your grief as we struggle together to and high-tech training. His commitment to cally underserved areas. closing the wage gap through better job op- protect our homeland from terrorism. f Private Yoemans loved life and was de- portunities led to a joint effort with Pima Com- scribed by his younger sister as ‘‘a little boy munity College and the City of Tucson to PERSONAL EXPLANATION inside a great man.’’ America is fortunate to found the Southern Arizona Institute for Ad- have such ‘‘great men’’ standing up for the vanced Technology. HON. JIM McDERMOTT In the early nineties, Mr. Atha led an all-out cause of freedom. His valor and his sacrifice OF WASHINGTON response to restore cuts in federal summer will never be forgotten. youth funds, creating one of the largest sum- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f mer youth programs, for a city of our size, in Thursday, November 18, 2004 TRIBUTE TO HENRY G. ATHA the nation. As part of that effort, he promoted Mr. MCDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, I am un- legislation that created Arizona’s first state- able to be in Washington, DC today. Two HON. RAU´ L M. GRIJALVA funded summer youth program. He also weeks ago, I injured my leg and my physician founded Pledge-A-Job, an annual business prefers that I not put it through the stress of OF ARIZONA outreach campaign to encourage businesses IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES an airplane flight from my home in Seattle, to hire young people seeking career experi- WA to Washington, DC. Were I able to attend Thursday, November 18, 2004 ence during summer breaks. In 2000, he won today’s session in the House of Representa- Mr. GRIJALVA. Mr. Speaker, Members of a Youth Opportunity grant from the U.S. De- tives, I would have voted in support of: the House, I stand before you today to recog- partment of Labor, bringing nearly $28 million S. 1301, H.R. 5364, H. Con. Res. 430, S. nize Hank Atha, a man who is credited by his to Pima County as well as creating an inte- 2965, H.R. 4516, H.R. 3204, H.R. 1350, H.R. grated system for providing services to young colleagues as doing more for workforce devel- 1417, S. 2302, S. 2042, H.R. 5363, S. 2302, people. opment than any other person in southern Ari- H.R. 1417, S. Con. Res. 145, S. 1146, S. Mr. Speaker, Hank Atha supported many zona. Mr. Atha is retiring from public service programs that brought untrained homemakers 1466, S. 434, H.R. 1284, S. 1727, S. 1241, after a distinguished career spanning over 30 and home health aides to Pima County’s H.R. 1446, H.R. 1964, H.R. 1113, H.R. 4593, years. Home Health Division, as well as many partici- S. 437, S. 2484, H.R. 3936, and S. 2486. Mr. Atha has lived and worked in Tucson pants in other community programs, into the f since 1948. He is a creative local executive Certified Nursing Assistant career track. IN RECOGNITION OF STEVEN and one of the most experienced workforce One of the activities Mr. Atha worked on redevelopment professionals in the country. He CHAPPELL FOR HIS ACTIONS TO cently was to bring together various institu- REDUCE THE IMPACTS OF A DIE- served on numerous state and local economic tions such as Pima College, University of Ari- and workforce development organizations and SEL FUEL SPILL ON THE SUISUN zona, and local hospitals to identify, sponsor MARSH WETLANDS on both the National Association of Counties and support individuals wishing to enter nurs- and the U.S. Conference of Mayors profes- ing education programs. sional boards. Mr. Atha promoted legislation at Mr. Speaker, prior to Hank’s twenty years HON. ELLEN O. TAUSCHER federal, state and local levels. He has inter- with Pima County Government, he volunteered OF CALIFORNIA national experience and has successfully in the Peace Corps from 1966–1968. Fol- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES worked with multi-cultural staff and diverse lowing those years of service, he again volun- Thursday, November 18, 2004 cultural and economic communities. teered his services, this time as a Peace Mr. Speaker, in 1984, Mr. Atha organized Corps trainer from 1968–69. Mrs. TAUSCHER. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay the Pima County Community Services Depart- Hank Atha received his undergraduate de- tribute to Steven Chappell, of the Suisun Re- ment in Tucson, Arizona by combining autono- gree from Pomona College, with a Bachelor of source Conservation District, for his timely ac- mous federal programs into one department. Arts in Zoology; graduate studies in Physi- tions in protecting the Suisun Marsh wetlands. Over the years he guided the expansion of ology at Washington State University, and re- Steven Chappell began working for the programming into new areas such as afford- ceived his master’s degree in public adminis- Suisun Resource Conservation District in Au- able housing, youth education, emergency as- tration from the University of Arizona. gust 1994 as a district biologist, and was sistance, homeless services, welfare reform Mr. Atha taught classes in data analysis, de- quickly promoted to executive director, a posi- and incumbent worker training. cision-making and program evaluation, as an tion he has held for almost 10 years.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00038 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.037 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2055 On April 28, 2004, at 5:30 p.m. Steven cies and businesses that have enriched their RECOGNIZING RYAN SOENDKER Chappell received notification from the Cali- lives and broadened their view of the commu- FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF fornia Department of Fish and Game’s Office nity and world. Dr. Walia has successfully es- EAGLE SCOUT of Spill Prevention and Response (OSPR) that tablished bonds between her staff, parents a petroleum pipeline had released diesel oil and the community that support all of the HON. SAM GRAVES into the Suisun Marsh. goals of the school. Mr. Chappell immediately drove to the site OF MISSOURI to offer his assistance and expertise to the In- The Clement J. Zablocki Elementary School IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES is only the 5th elementary school in the Mil- cident Command Team, comprised of State Thursday, November 18, 2004 and Federal agency representatives. He ex- waukee Public Schools system to be des- plained how managed wetlands work and took ignated as a Blue Ribbon school since 1982. Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause immediate action to close all water control This is an extraordinary and remarkable to recognize Ryan Soendker of Blue Springs, structures on the affected property. achievement. MO, a very special young man who has exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship and As a direct result of Steven Chappell’s quick I ask my colleagues in the House of Rep- actions in closing the gates, the diesel oil re- leadership by taking an active part in the Boy resentatives to join me in paying tribute to the mained contained within the area and did not Scouts of America, Troop 138, and in earning enter the Roos Cut, an unimpeded waterway children, teachers, and principal at the Clem- the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout. extension which feeds into the tidal sloughs ent J. Zablocki Elementary School and com- Ryan has been very active with his troop, and adjacent wetlands of the Suisun Marsh. mend their efforts in providing a standard of participating in many Scout activities. Over the In addition, Mr. Chappell prepared detailed excellence in the field of education. many years Ryan has been involved with aerial maps of the Suisun Marsh and returned Scouting, he has not only earned numerous to the spill site that same day. These aerials f merit badges, but the respect of his family, have been invaluable in OSPR’s cleanup ef- peers, and community. forts. HONORING PFC SHELDON HAWK Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in For weeks after the spill, Steven Chappell EAGLE commending Ryan Soendker for his accom- devoted an inordinate amount of time coordi- plishments with the Boy Scouts of America nating with OSPR, the United States Coast and for his efforts put forth in achieving the Guard, the U.S. Environmental Protection HON. STEPHANIE HERSETH highest distinction of Eagle Scout. Agency, and Kinder Morgan, the owner of the OF SOUTH DAKOTA pipeline, in cleanup efforts and in the develop- f ment of a restoration plan. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES RECOGNIZING THE A&F WOOD Steven Chappell’s timely actions helped to Thursday, November 18, 2004 avert a major disaster at the Suisun Marsh PRODUCTS FOR EARNING THE wetlands. I am proud to commend him today Ms. HERSETH. Mr. Speaker, I want to take 2004 SECRETARY OF LABOR’S for his leadership, dedication, and commitment this opportunity to honor the life of PFC Shel- NEW FREEDOM INITIATIVE AWARD to the Suisun Resource Conservation District don Hawk Eagle of Eagle Butte, SD. Private and to the people of Solano County. First Class Hawk Eagle was killed November f 15, 2003 while serving in Operation Iraqi Free- HON. MIKE ROGERS CLEMENT J. ZABLOCKI ELEMEN- dom. On November 20, 2004, friends and OF MICHIGAN TARY SCHOOL IS DESIGNATED family in Eagle Butte will pay tribute to Shel- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES don and recognize the one year anniversary of AS A 2004 BLUE RIBBON SCHOOL Thursday, November 18, 2004 his death with a memorial dinner and walk in HON. GERALD D. KLECZKA his honor. Mr. ROGERS of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to recognize A&F Wood Products, a OF WISCONSIN Private First Class Hawk Eagle graduated family-owned and operated business in How- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES from the Cheyenne Eagle Butte High School, ell, MI, for earning the 2004 Secretary of La- Thursday, November 18, 2004 in Eagle Butte, SD, in May of 2001. He en- bor’s New Freedom Initiative Award. Founded listed in the U.S. Army in 2002, and graduated Mr. KLECZKA. Mr. Speaker, it is with great upon the spirit of the Americans with Disabil- pride that I acknowledge the outstanding basic training from Ft. Sill, OK, later that same ities Act, the New Freedom Initiative works to achievements of the children, parents, teach- year. In 2003 Sheldon became Air Assault ensure that Americans with disabilities have ers, and principal at the Clement J. Zablocki qualified and was assigned to the 101st Air- the same opportunities to learn and develop Elementary School. The designation of a 2004 borne Air Assault Division. He was deployed skills, engage in productive work and make No Child Left Behind—Blue Ribbon Award to Iraq in March, 2003. choices about their daily lives to participate honors only those schools that have success- Sheldon, whose Lakota name is Wanbli fully in their communities. A&F Wood Products is just one of five companies nationwide to be fully achieved excellence in academics and Ohitika, or Brave Eagle, is a descendant of recognized for their commitment to these have closed the achievement gap in academic the Lakota leader Crazy Horse, who helped ideals. proficiency for all of their students. defeat LTC George Custer at the Battle of Lit- A&F Wood Products has embraced the phi- The designation of the Clement J. Zablocki tle Big Horn. Sheldon joined the Army while Elementary School is particularly meaningful losophy on which the New Freedom Initiative visiting his sister in North Dakota and to me because it is named for the former Con- was founded. Working with Michigan Rehabili- dreamed of becoming an elite Army Ranger. gressman Clement J. Zablocki who was my tation Services, A&F Wood Products is able to predecessor in the U.S. Congress, and an ef- While both humble and quiet, Sheldon’s sac- provide employment opportunities to individ- fective and beloved representative who served rifice speaks loudly about his character. uals with disabilities through accessibility sup- the citizens of Milwaukee’s south side for The lives of countless people were enor- port, training, and a user-friendly workplace many years. mously enhanced by Sheldon’s compassion environment. Today, 35 percent of A&F Wood It is evident that the principles of account- and service. Sheldon, who represented the Products’ workforce are persons with disabil- ability, focusing on what works, increased best of the United States, South Dakota, and ities. flexibility, reduction of bureaucracy and the the Lakota people, continues to inspire all Mr. Speaker, when President Bush an- empowerment of parents, has been success- those who knew him. Our Nation and South nounced the New Freedom Initiative in 2001, fully integrated into the daily philosophy of the Dakota are far better places because of his unemployment for the disabled was as high as Zablocki Elementary School. life, and the best way to honor him is to emu- 70 percent by some estimates. Today, busi- Under the outstanding leadership of Dr. Pa- nesses like A&F Wood Products are working late his commitment to our country. tricia Walia this school has not only achieved feverishly to slash that number. I ask my col- academic excellence for the students, but has I join with all South Dakotans in expressing leagues to join me in recognizing A&F Wood initiated innovative and creative ways of hav- my sympathies to the family of Private First Products for earning the 2004 Secretary of La- ing the children of Zablocki Elementary School Class Hawk Eagle. His commitment and sac- bor’s New Freedom Initiative Award and for involved with community organizations, agen- rifice to our Nation will never be forgotten. their commitment to the disabled.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00039 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.042 E18PT1 E2056 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 TRIBUTE TO TERRY CARLSTROM ing the preservation of the Washington Monu- HONORING THE MEN AND WOMEN ON THE OCCASION OF HIS RE- ment; refurbishment and joint management OF TRIWEST FOR THEIR OUT- TIREMENT ON JANUARY 3, 2005, with Montgomery County of Glen Echo Park; STANDING EFFORTS IN COM- AFTER 41 YEARS OF SERVICE IN the Accokeek Foundation and National Colo- BATING IDENTITY THEFT THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT nial Farm; and the Alice Fergusen Founda- tion’s Hard Bargain Farm. Recognizing the im- HON. STENY H. HOYER portance of these important relationships with HON. JOHN B. SHADEGG OF MARYLAND agencies and individuals beyond the National OF ARIZONA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Park Service, he established an Assistant Re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, November 18, 2004 gional Director for Partnerships. Thursday, November 18, 2004 Mr. HOYER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. Carlstrom leaves a lasting legacy to recognize Terry R. Carlstrom who for four dec- Americans from coast to coast. As a young Mr. SHADEGG. Mr. Speaker, as the 108th ades has managed the stewardship of some forester in the 1960s, he established sensitive of our Nation’s most precious natural and cul- Congress comes to a close I hope all Mem- timber management programs for the Bridger tural resources. Mr. Carlstrom is retiring after bers will take stock of our accomplishments. 41 years in Federal service during which he National Forest in Wyoming and for the Chip- In particular, I want to commend Congress served with the U.S. Forest Service, the Bu- pewa people on the White Earth Reservation and President Bush for enacting the Identity reau of Indian Affairs, and the National Park in Minnesota, which today provide for timber Theft Penalty Enhancement Act. Identity theft Service. demands, enhanced recreational opportunities is one of the fastest growing crimes in the Mr. Carlstrom’s stewardship extended over and excellent wildlife habitat. Through his ef- United States, costing victims over $5 billion the past 22 years to the protection and en- forts wetlands in North Dakota have been pro- annually. Congress took a valuable step this hancement of 14 units of the National Park tected for waterfowl propagation, a portion of year in stiffening penalties and giving the Jus- System and the numerous memorials in our the St. Croix National Scenic River in Min- tice Department more tools to combat this per- National Capital Region. First, as Associate nesota and Wisconsin has been preserved for vasive crime. However, there is still work to be Regional Director for Professional Services, future generations, and resource protections done. Identity thieves continue to find new and then for the past 8 years as Regional Di- were enriched as a result of his master plan- ways to exploit innocent Americans. In re- rector of the National Capital Region, he has ning for five Arizona national parks— extended his watchful eye and guiding hand to sponse, we must continue to improve our the protection of our most symbolic National Tumacacori National Historical Park, Fort identity theft prevention and protection efforts. Icons: the Washington Monument, the Lincoln Bowie National Historic Site, Coronado Na- I rise today to commend to the nation one Memorial, the Jefferson Memorial; Presidential tional Memorial, Saguaro National Park and Arizona company, in particular, for aiding us in Memorials to FDR and Lyndon Baines John- Organ Pipe National Monument. these efforts. Phoenix-based TriWest son, the White House; and memorials com- As Chief of Planning of the National Park Healthcare Alliance performed a service to our memorating the American heroes at home and Service’s Denver Service Center Western country by coming forward with recommenda- abroad in the Korean War, the Vietnam War, Team, he led several planning initiatives to tions after it was the victim of an information and in World War II. His leadership in the protect Redwood National Park, to expand theft. complete reconstruction of the 5 major scenic protection of the watershed and to preserve parkways, which provide the gateways to our In December 2002, TriWest computer hard Nation’s Capital, ensured their scenic protec- the remaining ancient Redwood groves. Rem- drives containing the personal information of tion while providing for user safety. He also nants of the ancient Anazazi culture, which beneficiaries were stolen from the company’s was instrumental in the creation of the can still be found in Grand Canyon National office. Rather than obscure this fact for the Streetscape Standards for the Monumental Park and Lake Meade National Recreation sake of public relations, TriWest embarked on Core by an interagency task force. Area, remain protected today because of wil- an effort to notify all 562,000 affected cus- I join the men and women of the National derness plans initiated under his leadership. tomers of the theft. At substantial cost, the Park Service and the National Capital Region Those wilderness plans, which were prepared company helped its customers place safe- in recognizing Mr. Carlstrom’s sincere interest at the direction of Congress, recognized that guards on their personal credit files and cre- in the welfare and safety of every employee, the areas should be under the protection of ated a system of communication second to a dedication which is evidenced by his support the National Park Service and not exposed to none. TriWest CEO and President David and leadership in a safety program that re- multi-use land management. McIntyre testified before House and Senate duced the lost time accident rate by 100 per- committees to share his company’s experi- In 1980 the Alaska National Interest Lands cent during the last 5 years. He established ence so that Congress could improve its ef- the National Capital Region’s Communications and Conservation Act brought 55 million acres forts to protect all consumers from this threat. Command Center in Hagerstown, Maryland, under the auspices of the National Park Serv- which has assured continuous and complete ice. The Act was carefully crafted to provide TriWest’s actions exemplified what a good communications for our park rangers in re- for the continued subsistence use and protec- corporate citizen should do. In fact, in June mote locations throughout our far ranging tion of the living culture of the Native peoples 2004, TriWest was awarded three Arizona Corporate Excellence (ACE) awards by the parks. and enable the appreciation of these unique Phoenix Business Journal and the Arizona Mr. Carlstrom has provided oversight of 14 lands by future generations of their fellow parks in the National Capital Region: the Na- Chamber of Commerce for displaying unwav- Americans. Mr. Carlstrom headed the multi- tional Mall and Memorial Parks; Anacostia ering dedication and commitment to quality agency task force which prepared the environ- River Parks; Rock Creek Park; the White and integrity in serving Arizona’s military com- House and President’s Park; C&O Canal Na- mental documents and analyzed thousands of munity. During the award ceremony, it was tional Historical Park; George Washington Me- public comments that permitted President noted that Mr. McIntyre ‘‘responded in a way morial Parkway; Civil War Battlefield Parks at Jimmy Carter to create National Monuments that is recognized nationally as the standard Antietam, Monocacy, Harper’s Ferry, and Ma- via Presidential Proclamation as an interim for companies faced with a serious crisis’’ and nassas; the Wolf Trap Farm National Park for measure pending the ultimate placement by that ‘‘the approach of the TriWest team cre- the Performing Arts; Prince William Forest Congress of these millions of acres into Na- ated a textbook example of how to treat cus- Park and Catoctin Mountain Park; and the Po- tional Parks and Preserves. tomers with openness and integrity.’’ tomac Heritage National Scenic Trail. During Mr. Carlstrom’s four decades of devotion his tenure he guided the establishment of For all these reasons, Mr. Speaker, I ask stand as examples to all of us who preserve Mary McLeod Bethune Council House and that you and my colleagues in the People’s Carter G. Woodson National Historic Sites, the the treasures of which our Nation is proud, our House join me in commending the men and President Lincoln and Soldier’s Home National vast resources, our varied cultures, our storied women of TriWest Healthcare Alliance for Monument, and the boundary expansions of history. I am proud to recognize him today for going the extra mile for their beneficiaries and Monocacy Battlefield and Harper’s Ferry Na- his years of service and thank him for his hard setting a benchmark for businesses to follow tional Historical Park. Further, he was a leader work, care for his fellow human beings, and when confronted with a potential identity theft in establishing numerous partnerships, includ- his many, many accomplishments. situation.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00040 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.047 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2057 RECOGNIZING NICHOLAS W. tribute to Jim Wolfe upon his becoming Presi- Pastor Rogers has been called three times KREEGER FOR ACHIEVING THE dent and CEO of the Delaware State Chamber to lead the Southern Baptist Convention, RANK OF EAGLE SCOUT of Commerce. This past February, Jim left his which is the world’s largest Protestant denomi- position of eleven years as the plant manager nation with over 14 million members. He is the HON. SAM GRAVES at DaimlerChrysler’s Newark Assembly Plant only man to have served three terms in that OF MISSOURI to take the helm of the 2,800-member Dela- capacity under the present bylaws. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ware State Chamber of Commerce. Dr. Rogers is an accomplished author and Jim, a native of Michigan, joined the Chrys- is considered one of America’s most re- Thursday, November 18, 2004 ler Corporation in 1964 as a Quality Control spected Bible teachers. Throughout his career Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause Inspector at the Warren Truck Assembly Plant he has been praised for his work. The Rev- to recognize Nicholas W. Kreeger of Kearney, in Michigan. Prior to taking a position at the erend Bill Graham has this to say about Dr. Missouri, a very special young man who has Newark Assembly Plant in Delaware, Jim had Rogers: exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship held a variety of positions within the manufac- ‘‘We need for ministers of the Gospel to de- and leadership by taking an active part in the turing operations of DaimlerChrysler, including fend the Bible as the infallible Word of Boy Scouts of America, Troop 397, and in production manager at the Warren Truck As- God... I believe in my heart that Adrian earning the most prestigious award of Eagle sembly Plant. Rogers is such a man. I know God’s hand is Scout. As the plant manager of the Newark Assem- upon Adrian Rogers as he proclaims the Nick has been very active with his troop, bly Plant, Jim orchestrated several changes to Bread of Life from his church and through participating in many scout activities. Over the the facility to make it compatible for the new radio and television.’’ thirteen years Nick has been involved with car models. Jim also oversaw the re-training Though, perhaps of all the titles that have scouting, he has held numerous leadership process of the plant’s thousands of workers to accompanied Dr. Rogers: doctor, pastor, positions, serving as Den Chief, Patrol Leader, give them the skills necessary to do their jobs teacher, pioneer, and author, the most cherish and Senior Patrol Leader. Nick attended H. as effectively and efficiently as possible. Jim is husband, father, and grandfather. Roe Bartle Camp for five years, becoming a capped off his career as plant manager for the It is with great appreciation that I rise to member of the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. He was Delaware facility by overseeing the October honor Dr. Adrian Rogers for his ministry and elected to the Order of the Arrow in 1997, Or- 2003 launch of the new Dodge Durango. service to our community, to Tennessee, and deal in 1997, and Brotherhood in 1998. Jim Wolfe is certainly no stranger to the to the nation. For his Eagle Scout project, Nick rebuilt a Delaware Chamber of Commerce. In 2002 f sidewalk at the daycare of the First Christian and 2003, he served as the chairman of the Church in Kearney. State Chamber’s Board of Directors, and has RECOGNIZING BENJAMIN KREEGER Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in been a long-time member of this board. In ad- FOR ACHIEVING THE RANK OF commending Nicholas W. Kreeger for his ac- dition, Jim has served as the Chairman of the EAGLE SCOUT complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- Delaware Manufacturing Association. ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the Jim has also been very active in the com- HON. SAM GRAVES highest distinction of Eagle Scout. munity through the years. He is a board mem- OF MISSOURI ber and past chairman of the United Way of f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Delaware, as well as a board member and CELEBRATING 35-YEAR CONGRES- member of the Education Committee of the Thursday, November 18, 2004 SIONAL CAREER OF THE HONOR- Delaware Business Roundtable. In 2003, he Mr. GRAVES. Mr. Speaker, I proudly pause ABLE PHILIP M. CRANE OF ILLI- had the honor of being awarded the Lifetime to recognize Benjamin Kreeger of Kearney, NOIS Achievement Quality Award by the State of Missouri, a very special young man who has Delaware. exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship SPEECH OF Jim Wolfe is truly a well-respected individual and leadership by taking an active part in the HON. DAN BURTON within the business community. His experience Boy Scouts of America, Troop 397, and in in, and knowledge of, the business world will OF INDIANA earning the most prestigious award of Eagle certainly be an asset to the people of Dela- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Scout. ware as he continues his work as the Presi- Ben has been very active with his troop, Wednesday, November 17, 2004 dent and CEO of the Delaware Chamber of participating in many scout activities. Over the Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise Commerce. ten years Ben has been involved with scout- today in honor of my good friend and col- Mr. Speaker, I would like to thank Jim for ing, he has held numerous leadership posi- league Representative PHIL CRANE of Illinois his hard work and dedication to the Delaware tions, serving as Den Chief, Patrol Leader, on the occasion of his retirement from the community. I wish him all the best as he Senior Patrol Leader, and Junior Assistant United States Congress. works to benefit the citizens of Delaware Scoutmaster. Ben attended H. Roe Bartle PHIL is one of the most capable, honorable, through his position as President and CEO of Camp for four years, becoming a member of and well-educated Members to ever grace the the Delaware Chamber of Commerce. the Tribe of Mic-O-Say. He was elected to the hallowed halls of the House of Representa- f Order of the Arrow in 2000, Ordeal in 2000, tives. He is a man of great integrity and con- HONORING ADRIAN ROGERS and Brotherhood in 2001. servative values, serving the great state of Illi- For his Eagle Scout project, Ben painted all nois for 35 years. His contributions and ac- HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN of Kearney’s fire hydrants north of Highway complishments are legend and will carry on for 92; he painted the 69 hydrants fire safety yel- OF TENNESSEE generations to come. low. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES He and his lovely wife, Arlene, are two of Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in the most patriotic Americans I have ever had Thursday, November 18, 2004 commending Benjamin Kreeger for his accom- the opportunity to meet. I wish them the best Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, I rise plishments with the Boy Scouts of America in their future endeavors and a long, healthy, today to honor the service and commitment of and for his efforts put forth in achieving the and happy retirement. PHIL will sorely be a beloved Tennessean. highest distinction of Eagle Scout. missed. May God bless him and his family. Dr. Adrian Rogers, pastor of Bellevue Bap- f f tist Church of Memphis, Tennessee, will be retiring in the spring of 2005. Under his leader- THANKING BERNICE BROSIOUS IN HONOR OF JIM WOLFE ship since 1972, Bellevue has grown from FOR HER SERVICE TO THE HOUSE 8,000 members to almost 30,000 members. HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE Through his Love Worth Finding ministry, HON. ROBERT W. NEY OF DELAWARE Dr. Rogers is able to reach listeners around OF OHIO IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the world everyday. Through television and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES radio, Dr. Rogers’ message is seen on over Thursday, November 18, 2004 14,000 screens and heard on 1,100 radios in Thursday, November 18, 2004 Mr. CASTLE. Mr. Speaker, it is with great the United States and in 150 countries across Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, on the occasion of pleasure that I rise today to honor and pay the globe. her retirement in December 2004, we rise to

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00041 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.050 E18PT1 E2058 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 thank Ms. Bernice Brosious for 25 years of HONORING THE 150TH ANNIVER- VETERANS HEALTH PROGRAMS outstanding service to the United States gov- SARY OF THE TIMES-STANDARD IMPROVEMENT ACT OF 2004 ernment, most recently here in the U.S. House of Representatives. SPEECH OF Bernice began her career in government in HON. MIKE THOMPSON 1979 at the General Services Administration. HON. RAHM EMANUEL She followed that with service at the Defense OF CALIFORNIA OF ILLINOIS Investigative Service, the Department of Agri- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES culture, and the Federal Aviation Administra- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 tion, honing her financial skills throughout this Thursday, November 18, 2004 time. Bernice brought her expertise to the Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, House in 1998 as Director of Accounting for strong support of three important initiatives to I rise today in recognition of the 150th anniver- the Chief Administrative Officer, and in 2001 improve the quality of services for our Nation’s became the Associate Administrator for Fi- sary of the Times-Standard, a newspaper that veterans—S. 2484; S. 2486 and H.R. 3936. nance. Her passionate customer service, orga- has dependably served the Humboldt County, Each of these measures improves crucial nizational knowledge and resourcefulness and California area since 1854. The only regional service provided by the Department of Vet- her leadership on numerous initiatives have daily newspaper, the Times-Standard is a reli- erans Affairs for our brave men and women benefited countless Members and staff over able source of national, State and local news who served. the years. for thousands of citizens of the North Coast of The VA is charged with carrying out Presi- Among her many other achievements, Ber- California. dent Abraham Lincoln’s vision of America’s veterans: ‘‘To care for him who shall have nice was instrumental in obtaining the House’s First published in September, 1854, the first clean audit opinion for calendar year 1998 borne the battle and for his widow and his or- Humboldt Times was the sole source of news phan.’’ It is important that Congress follow in and for maintaining this clean opinion every and information for early residents of the com- year since. Over the past seven years Bernice this tradition by providing the necessary sup- munity. In April, 1875, the Humboldt Standard has also been instrumental in moving the port to the VA as the needs of our Nation’s began publication, joining the Humboldt Times House from an ancient paper ledger account- veterans continues to change. I urge my col- ing system to the imminent introduction of a in promoting the interests of the area. From leagues to provide that support by supporting 21st century state-of-the-art financial manage- the beginning, important stories appeared. In these three bills. ment system. 1854, the first railroad in the area was incor- The Department of Veterans Affairs Health On behalf of the entire House community, porated; a steamer from San Francisco sank Care Personnel Enhancement Act, S. 2484, we extend congratulations to Bernice for her with substantial loss of lives in 1860; a month will help retain and develop the quality profes- many years of dedication and outstanding later a tragic massacre of members of the sional staff needed to provide first-rate care to contributions to the U.S. House of Represent- Wiyot Tribe; and in 1917 the heavy cruiser our veterans. It provides merit pay and other atives. We wish Bernice many wonderful years USS Milwaukee, trying to rescue a stranded incentives to properly compensate the dedi- in fulfilling her retirement dreams. submarine in thick fog, was beached near Eu- cated health care workers who care for our f reka—a story that made international head- heroes. lines. The Veterans’ Benefits Improvements Act, IN HONOR OF THE COMMUNITY S. 2486, enhances the educational and hous- Headquartered in Eureka, California, on ASSESSMENT PROJECT ing opportunities available to our veterans. It June 1, 1967 the two newspapers combined expands the maximum contributions veterans HON. SAM FARR to become the Times-Standard and provided can make for educational assistance under the OF CALIFORNIA improved access to information, community Montgomery GI Bill and increases the max- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES leadership, advertising and entertainment to imum allowable home loan guarantees for Thursday, November 18, 2004 local residents. which veterans are eligible. This bill recog- Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to The Times-Standard is an invaluable re- nizes the vital role these programs have honor the Community Assessment Project for source for historians and educators. In the played in both repaying the sacrifices made by working with United Way over the last 10 early days of European settlement, people our veterans and in fueling the economic de- years and improving the quality of life for came to northern California from Sweden, velopment through improved education and Santa Cruz County residents. Italy, Portugal, Germany, Switzerland and the housing for veterans in our workforce. The Community Assessment Project brings British Isles to farm, harvest timber and fish The Veterans Health Programs Improve- together a wide range of public and private the Pacific Ocean. Workers came from Asia to ment Act, H.R. 3936, authorizes the VA to health, education, human service and civic or- take part in building and mining, giving a di- construct an improved headquarters outside ganizations to design and implement a com- verse population a role in the growth of the the Pentagon in order to better serve veterans prehensive 10-year plan for communities im- Nation. The newspapers chronicled the impact and their families, and it provides assistance provement. Some of the members of the of this settlement on the native peoples of the for homeless veterans. Steering Committee who have worked excep- area, including the Hupa, Yurok, Tolowa, As we enact these important measures, I tionally hard over this past decade are Carol Karuk, and Wiyot among others. am hopeful that the House leadership will Adams, from Dominican Hospital, and Susan soon consider the Discharged Combat Vet- Brutschy of Applied Survey Research. Addi- Under a single owner from 1941 to 1967, erans Medical Care Extension Act, H.R. 4438. tionally, much of this project’s success has the newspaper was acquired by the Brush- I introduced this bill to extend eligibility to vet- been due to the generous support of the finan- Moore Group and was purchased later that erans who served in recent hostilities for hos- cial sponsors, especially the County of Santa year by Thomson Newspapers. In 1996, the pital care, medical services, and nursing home Cruz, the single largest patron. Times-Standard became a member of care for any illness. This bill would be particu- In the last 10 years, the Community Assess- MediaNews Corporation. larly helpful to veterans with symptoms similar ment Project has made significant progress to- The newspaper has been a community to those resulting from exposure to Agent Or- ward reaching their goal of improving the over- champion for major issues facing the region ange and Gulf War Syndrome who are com- all quality of life in Santa Cruz County. It has and a leading forum for discussion and de- pelled to prove within two years of discharge conducted an annual survey to get residents’ bate. It plays a significant role in the progress that their injuries are directly combat-related or perceptions of the issues, and has begun ad- of the region. The Times-Standard remains would otherwise lose these benefits. dressing concerns related to health care, pri- committed to the improvement of the commu- Mr. Speaker, the United States has a long and proud history of caring for our veterans. mary education, and drug and alcohol use nity it serves and is an indispensable source These bills follow that tradition in helping en- among youth. By quantifying the needs of the of accurate and comprehensive news to the community, it is now easier to bring in millions sure that the Department of Veterans Affairs citizens of our State. of new dollars in grant funding. continues to meet our responsibilities to Amer- Mr. Speaker, it is my pleasure to congratu- Mr. Speaker, it is appropriate at this time ica’s heroes. I urge my colleagues to support late the Community Assessment Project on that we recognize one of California’s finest each of them and thank our veterans for their the tremendous work it has done over this newspapers, the Times-Standard of Eureka, service and continued dedication to our Na- past decade. on the occasion of its 150th anniversary. tion.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00042 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.055 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2059 HONORING WHITEMARSH organizations and serves as Chair of the earned Bachelor of Arts and Master of Arts TOWNSHIP American Legion’s National Convention Com- degrees in History from California State Uni- mission, Vice Chair of the National Legislature versity, Sacramento. Gene’s Master’s thesis is HON. JOSEPH M. HOEFFEL Council and is actively involved in the commu- considered by many to be the definitive work OF PENNSYLVANIA nity. on the history of the natural ice industry in I personally worked with Jeff Olson on many IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES California. A proud veteran, Gene enlisted with issues. When he was deputy commissioner, Thursday, November 18, 2004 the United States military in 1968 and was he helped me pass an important amendment Mr. HOEFFEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to to the Minnesota constitution that provided our honorably discharged in 1970. congratulate the residents of Whitemarsh Gulf War veterans with a bonus for their serv- During his tenure at Office of Historic Pres- Township, in southeastern Pennsylvania, on ice. ervation, Gene has successfully performed the occasion of their tricentennial celebration. I thank Jeff for his years of service on be- nearly every professional task conducted by The people of Whitemarsh Township, found- half of our veterans and wish him a happy and the office. He has assisted cities and counties ed in 1704, are celebrating its 300th birthday healthy retirement. in identifying historic resources through survey with a series of events that illustrate the theme f ‘‘Our living past . . . Our growing future.’’ programs and evaluated survey results for in- These events, including Revolutionary War re- TRIBUTE TO MR. ROBERT M. clusion in the department’s database. In addi- enactments, talks about the township’s history, ROBUCK tion, Gene has managed state and federal and a black tie gala, are bringing the commu- grant programs and directed OHP’s historic re- nity together and educating citizens about its HON. IKE SKELTON sources database. rich heritage of steady growth and historical OF MISSOURI Gene has coordinated several special significance. As a part of this celebration, the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES projects including production of the book, Township is also taking the opportunity to Thursday, November 18, 2004 ‘‘Five Views: An Ethnic Historic Site Survey for honor distinguished citizens who have worked California.’’ Gene coordinated the preparation toward the betterment of the community. Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, it is my honor From its inception, Whitemarsh Township to inform you that Robert M. Robuck of Jeffer- of OHP’s state preservation plan, ‘‘Forging the has been a strong and tight-knit community. son City, MO, has been awarded ‘‘The Mis- Future With the Past: Comprehensive State- The Township has been involved not only in sourian Award’’ by the American Heart Asso- wide Historic Preservation Plan for California,’’ local history; events of national importance ciation. Mr. Robuck received the award for his and publication of the book, ‘‘By the People, have occurred within Whitemarsh Township as civic and business contributions to the com- Fore the People: The Work the Civilian Con- well, including Revolutionary War encamp- munity. servation Corps in California State Parks, ments and skirmishes. This rich history has Mr. Robuck grew up in Cairo, MO. He at- 1933–1941.’’ tended the University of Missouri-Columbia endowed the people of Whitemarsh Township Gene has served as OHP’s liaison on sev- with great pride; Mr. and Mrs. Eugene Fitz and graduated in 1964 with a degree in busi- eral projects to preserve Japanese American Dixon deserve commendations for their stew- ness administration. Soon after graduation, history in California. Gene was an advocate to ardship of Erdenheim Farm and community Mr. Robuck moved to Jefferson City to work philanthropy, along with countless other citi- for Central Trust Bank. preserve Manzanar Internment Camp as a Na- zens who remain devoted to carrying on the Mr. Robuck is very committed to his com- tional Historical monument. Gene serves on longstanding history and community of munity. Currently, he is the president, chief the Tule Lake Preservation Committee that Whitemarsh Township. operating officer and director of Central Trust seeks to preserve the site and history of the It is my pleasure to join the residents of Bank. Also, he is the vice chairman and direc- internment camp where he was born in 1942. Whitemarsh Township in honoring their tri- tor of Central Bancompany, Inc. Additionally, In addition, Gene has worked tirelessly to pre- centennial. Mr. Robuck is council president and a director serve the remaining three historic Japantowns of the Great Rivers Council, Boy Scouts of f in California located in Los Angeles, San Jose, America. He was the chairman of Capital Re- and San Francisco. HONORING MINNESOTA’S COMMIS- gion Medical Center, and he is a director of SIONER OF VETERANS AFFAIRS, Pathways Community Behavioral Healthcare, In 1992, Gene contributed to the develop- JEFFREY OLSON Inc. Mr. Robuck sits on the University of Mis- ment of a major historical exhibit recognizing souri Medical Alliance Board. the 50th Anniversary of Executive Order 9066 HON. BETTY McCOLLUM Mr. Speaker, Mr. Robert Robuck has distin- for display at the Sacramento History Mu- OF MINNESOTA guished himself as a fine community leader seum. In 2002, Gene was selected to partici- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and citizen. I am sure that my colleagues will pate in an exchange program sponsored by Thursday, November 18, 2004 join me in wishing Mr. Robuck and his family the California Japanese American Community all the best. Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Leadership Council and the Japan Ministry of f to honor a public servant, patriot and tireless Foreign Affairs to promote goodwill and advocate for veterans—Jeffrey Olson, Min- TRIBUTE TO EUGENE ‘‘GENE’’ strengthen the ties between the citizens of nesota Commissioner of Veterans Affairs. ITOGAWA Japan and Japanese Americans in California. Commissioner Olson announced this week A man of many talents and considerable en- that he will be retiring at the end of the year HON. ROBERT T. MATSUI ergy, Gene plans to continue his many volun- from his post as commissioner which he OF CALIFORNIA teer activities with various statewide and Asian served since 2001. Prior to this appointment, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES American causes. Gene is a board member of he served as deputy commissioner since Thursday, November 18, 2004 1983. At both posts, Commissioner Olson has the Japanese American Citizens League, the worked to ensure that the needs of our vet- Mr. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to Buddhist Church of Sacramento, and the Jap- erans and soldiers are a priority. pay tribute to a man with a truly great career anese American Historical Society. Gene will Commissioner Olson brought much experi- in public service. For more than thirty years, continue to work on his latest project, a history ence through his work as a Washington Coun- Eugene ‘‘Gene’’ Itogawa has worked tirelessly of the first one hundred years of the Sac- ty Veterans Service Officer and the Assistant to preserve the historic fabric of California, es- ramento Buddhist Church. Director of the Veterans Employment and pecially the history of Japanese Americans. As Mr. Speaker, as Gene Itogawa embarks on Gene prepares to retire from his position as a Training Service at the University of Min- an exciting new chapter of his life, I am hon- nesota. historian with the California Office of Historic ored to pay tribute to a great friend of Cali- During the Vietnam War, Jeff Olson served Preservation (OHP) and California State in the U.S. Army, attached to the United Parks, I would like to ask all my colleagues to fornia history. The people of California have States Armed Forces Courier Service where join me in saluting Gene Itogawa’s outstanding benefited greatly from Gene’s labor and we all he was responsible for preparing and trans- commitment to preserve and promote Cali- owe him a debt of gratitude. I ask all my col- porting top-secret materials. fornia history. leagues to join me in wishing Gene continued Long a champion of Minnesota veterans, A resident of Sacramento since 1948, Gene success in all of his future endeavors, wher- Jeff Olson is a member of numerous veterans’ is a graduate of McClatchy High School. Gene ever retirement may lead him.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00043 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.059 E18PT1 E2060 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 THANKING MRS. ETHEL JONES During Linda’s tenure, the SCCRTC distrib- its 20 million pounds of milk powders. Ice FOR HER SERVICE TO THE HOUSE uted over $300 million for local transportation cream, the fastest growing part of the cream- programs that have made the Santa Cruz area ery business, brings in $30 million each year HON. ROBERT W. NEY a much more desirable place to live. Linda from domestic and foreign sales. OF OHIO Wilshusen provided prescient leadership for Mr. Speaker, it is appropriate at this time IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 19 years at the helm of the Santa Cruz Coun- that we recognize Humboldt Creamery on the Thursday, November 18, 2004 ty Regional Transportation Commission and occasion of its 75th anniversary. has had an enormous impact not only on the f Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, on the occasion of everyday lives of Santa Cruz County residents her retirement in December 2004, we rise to but also on anyone who has visited Santa RECOGNIZING THE 60TH ANNIVER- thank Mrs. Ethel Jones for 26 years of out- Cruz County during the last two decades. SARY OF THE BATTLE OF THE standing service to the U.S. House of Rep- Transportation planning is not the only area BULGE DURING WORLD WAR II resentatives. in which Linda has a tremendous impact on SPEECH OF Ethel began her career at the House in her beloved Santa Cruz community. In the last March 1978 working with the House Res- year, her family suffered the tragedy of losing HON. RAHM EMANUEL taurants System through the Architect of the their youngest daughter, Kelsey. However, OF ILLINOIS Capitol. In 1987, Ethel joined the House of Linda, her husband Rock Pfotenhauer, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Representatives Child Care Center as one of her daughter Zephyr showed incredible cour- Thursday, November 18, 2004 the original staff members. Ethel has served age and used their daughter’s death to reach as a caregiver at the child care center since out to the community to bring public aware- Mr. EMANUEL. Mr. Speaker, as the 60th that time. Some say Ethel, herself, is an insti- ness to the need for better mental health pro- anniversary of the Battle of the Bulge ap- tution within the HRCCC organization. Ethel grams so that other families would not suffer proaches, I rise to pay tribute to the brave has touched the lives of so many children and the same fate. I know other parents join me in American and Allied troops who participated in their families. She takes great joy in keeping wishing Linda and her family heartfelt sym- this grueling 39 day battle which effectively in contact with her former children, often re- pathy for their unimaginable loss and gratitude ended the last German offensive of World War ceiving photos and letters from grateful fami- for speaking out on the need for better mental II. lies years after their departure from HRCCC. health awareness. In the winter of 1944, German forces Ethel has served as an invaluable resource for I am privileged to call Linda Wilshusen a launched a surprise offensive in the Ardennes many young parents encountering the chal- valued friend and esteemed public servant. On forest region of Belgium and Luxembourg. It lenges of parenthood for the first time, and behalf of all my constituents, I wish her and was intended to split the Allied forces in Eu- she has consistently displayed warmth and her family well. Thank you, Linda, for your un- rope by breaking through the Allied lines and concern as she has shared her expertise. selfish public service. crippling its fuel supply lines. Their progress Ethel has displayed great passion for her f was halted by the brave efforts of 600,000 work and dedicated herself to ensuring that American troops and 55,000 troops from Great the needs of the children and families are met HONORING THE 75TH ANNIVER- Britain, Belgium and Canada, who fought gal- to the greatest possible satisfaction. SARY OF HUMBOLDT CREAMERY lantly while outnumbered and battling through On behalf of the entire House community, treacherous terrain and bitter weather condi- we extend congratulations to Ethel for her tions until reinforcements could arrive. many years of dedication and outstanding HON. MIKE THOMPSON OF CALIFORNIA The most famous engagement of this battle contributions to the U.S. House of Represent- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES was at the key Belgian crossroads town of atives. We wish Ethel many wonderful years in Bastogne, where 101st Airborne Division was fulfilling her retirement dreams. Thursday, November 18, 2004 completely surrounded but persevered through f Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, a lengthy siege of its position. The Allied re- HONORING LINDA WILSHUSEN I rise today in recognition of the 75th anniver- sistance prevented the German forces from sary of the Humboldt Creamery, which was gaining access to Antwerp and the Meuse founded along the banks of the Eel River in River Line. HON. SAM FARR Humboldt County, CA. The Humboldt Cream- The Battle of the Bulge resulted in 81,000 OF CALIFORNIA ery serves not only the people of northern American and 1,400 British casualties, of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES California, but provides high quality products whom over 19,000 American and 200 British Thursday, November 18, 2004 to our Nation and to Asia and Europe. soldiers gave their lives. Because of their sac- Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Formed as a cooperative, Humboldt Cream- rifice, the momentum of the German war ma- honor the distinguished career of Linda ery’s founding principles included high quality chine was halted and the long road toward the Wilshusen, a respected public servant who is products as well as good service and reli- defeat of Nazi Germany was opened for a retiring from her post after 19 years as execu- ability, which are as important today as they final Allied offensive, helping to bring an end tive director of the Santa Cruz County Re- were in 1929. Made up of 65 local dairies, to the war in Europe four months later. gional Transportation Commission. Humboldt Creamery and its member dairies Following last week’s Veterans Day observ- Good transportation planning is essential to employ over 500 people. It brings $70 million ances, I ask that my colleagues join me in maintain both the quality of life Santa Cruz in annual sales to the local economy and has honoring the memory of the brave Americans residents desire and the economic vitality nec- a positive economic impact of $210 million on who fought and died at the Battle of the Bulge essary to sustain a robust workforce. Linda the local region. and in extending our deepest gratitude to their and her staff at the commission have worked Powdered milk, which traces its origins back families. tirelessly to develop a variety of transportation to Humboldt County, comprises 50 percent of I would also like to thank the many World options and engage the public to make long- the Humboldt Creamery’s business. Its whole War II veterans who have participated in the term transportation decisions that have been milk powder is used nation wide in confec- Chicago World War H Veterans Oral History difficult, at times controversial, but necessary tionery products, supplying companies such as Anthology, a project that will preserve their ac- for the county to adopt a blueprint to meet fu- Hershey’s, Nestle’s and See’s Candy. counts of valor and victory so that we may ture transportation needs. Humboldt Creamery is the source for nat- pass those stories and their values on to fu- Linda has always recognized the amazing ural, pasture-based milk products which are ture generations of Americans. These vet- diversity of the community she served and bal- free of synthetic growth hormones. Its erans are again demonstrating their heroism anced the desire of progrowth advocates by instantized non-fat powdered milk is used in and commitment to this country by recounting supporting Highway 1 improvements while sports drinks, pudding, dietary supplements their often painful memories so that future promoting passenger rail and bus service, and and some pharmaceuticals. The creamery pro- generations may benefit from their individual developing transportation alternatives like a vides this product to Bristol Meyers, Farmer experiences, and that this nation may benefit bike and pedestrian trail around the Monterey Brothers Coffee and many other companies. from their collective wisdom. Bay National Marine Sanctuary, and increas- Organic powder is a growing element in the As we solemnly commemorate the 60th an- ing public awareness of the transportation creamery’s catalogue. niversary of the Battle of the Bulge, it is my needs of elderly and disabled residents, and Humboldt Creamery processes 10 million honor and privilege to pay tribute to the Chi- upgrading motorist safety and assistance. gallons of ice cream each year in addition to cago-area veterans—and their families—who

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00044 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.063 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2061 proudly wore the uniform of their country, en- continued throughout his life, becoming in- Jimmie attended the University of California, dured the rigors of the war, and fought for our volved in the community through business and Berkeley, where he graduated with a Bach- liberty and the freedom of future generations newspaper publishing. elor’s Degree in Civil Engineering. Jimmie of Americans. Elmer Anderson was a man who loved Min- holds registrations as both a California Struc- f nesota and its people. He truly embodied the tural Engineer and Civil Engineer. In 1957, he Minnesota spirit. joined the US Army Corps of Engineers and HONORING DR. IRWIN ROSE Minnesota will miss Elmer Anderson’s lead- was honorably discharged after he achieved ership and he will be remembered fondly in the rank of Captain in 1965. HON. JOSEPH M. HOEFFEL the hearts of many. Jimmie began his professional career in civil OF PENNSYLVANIA f service with CALTRANS and the State Depart- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ment of Water Resources between 1956 and SUPPORT FOR BOY SCOUTS 1959. In 1966, Jimmie entered the private sec- Thursday, November 18, 2004 tor when he started his own engineering prac- Mr. HOEFFEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to HON. IKE SKELTON tice. During a quarter century of involvement, honor Dr. Irwin Rose, who shares the 2004 OF MISSOURI Cole, Yee, Schubert and Associates became Nobel Prize in Chemistry with his colleagues IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES one of the largest consulting engineering firms Dr. Avram Hershko and Dr. Aaron Thursday, November 18, 2004 in the Sacramento Region. The firm provided Ciechanover of Israel. Dr. Rose is a former design services for many trademark buildings resident of Abington, PA and had a distin- Mr. SKELTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in in Sacramento, including the original Conven- guished career conducting research at the Fox support of the resolution introduced by my tion Center, Suffer General and Suffer Memo- Chase Cancer Center and elsewhere. good friend from Colorado, Mr. HEFLEY. I rial Hospitals, and ARCO Arena. Dr. Rose was raised in Spokane, WA. He wholeheartedly endorse this resolution, which In 1992, Jimmie was elected to a four-year studied at Washington State College, served expresses the sense of Congress that the De- term on the Sacramento City Council. Jimmie as a radio technician near the end of World partment of Defense should continue to pro- was subsequently reelected to the seat in War II, and then earned his Ph.D. in bio- vide assistance and support to one of Amer- 1996 and 2000. Jimmie truly showed his mark chemistry at the University of Chicago. He ica’s most treasured institutions, the Boy as a great leader when Late Mayor Joe Serna served for 9 years on the faculty of Yale Med- Scouts of America. passed away in the fall of 1999. Jimmie admi- ical School. He then worked at the Fox Chase The Boy Scouts of America is one of the fin- rably answered the call to service by serving Cancer Center from 1963 to 1995. His wife of est organizations in our country. Countless as Mayor for the reminder of Mayor Serna’s 49 years, Zelda Budenstein Rose, is also a young men have learned the values of God, term. Jimmie’s leadership and ability to unite biochemist. They have a daughter and three home, and country as young scouts, and the had a great steadying influence during this tu- sons. Boy Scout motto, ‘‘Be Prepared’’, has inspired multuous period. The people of Sacramento The research for which Dr. Rose is being generations of youths to prepare for and lead owe you a debt of gratitude for your service. awarded the Nobel Prize deals with a certain full and productive lives. Long before he joined City Council in 1992, regulatory protein that is present everywhere One of the most significant lessons taught Jimmie was already an important leader in our in plant and animal cells. The significance of by the Boy Scouts is the importance of being community. Jimmie has long been one of the this protein lies in its functions as a destroyer a patriotic American. To call into question the most ardent supporters of the Sacramento of proteins that are no longer needed and a status of the Boy Scout organization, and po- Chinese Drum and Bugle Corps. Until today, regulator of certain proteins used in cell repro- tentially deprive young men who are military Jimmie remains an active member of the Sac- duction. Because several diseases that are yet dependents of the opportunity to participate in ramento Optimist Club and the Chinese Amer- uncured, such as cancer and cystic fibrosis, Boy Scout troops on their military bases, is an ican Council of Sacramento. In 1989, Jimmie result from errors in the cell reproductive proc- absolute shame. organized the first Asian bone marrow drive in ess, Dr. Rose’s research provides us with new I was fortunate to join the Boy Scouts when the United States when he registered more hope in the search for cures. I was growing up, and I still remember how than 2,500 people. It’s a testament to Jimmie’s It is my pleasure to recognize Dr. Irwin proud my mother and father were when I at- influence as a community leader that many of Rose for his contributions to the field of bio- tained the rank of Eagle Scout. I later led a his wonderful contributions before he held chemistry. I congratulate him on being award- scout troop in my hometown and was enor- elected office are still being felt today. ed the Nobel Prize in Chemistry. mously proud when my sons also became A devoted family, Jimmie has been married f scouts. I am honored to have a continued as- to his wife, Mary, for fifty years. Together, they sociation with the Boy Scouts today. raised four daughters and two sons, all of REMEMBERING THE FORMER GOV- So I call on my colleagues to join us in voic- whom are college graduates with professional ERNOR OF MINNESOTA, ELMER ing our support of the Boy Scouts, and en- credentials. Today, Jimmie and Mary are the ANDERSON courage the Department of Defense to con- proud grandparents of fifteen grandchildren. tinue their excellent efforts to promote this im- Mr. Speaker, as Jimmie Yee embarks on an HON. BETTY McCOLLUM portant institution. exciting new chapter of his life, I am honored OF MINNESOTA f to pay tribute to a great champion of the City IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of Sacramento. The people of Sacramento TRIBUTE TO JIMMIE DEE Thursday, November 18, 2004 have benefited greatly from Jimmie’s leadership and we all owe him a debt of gratitude. Ms. MCCOLLUIM. Mr. Speaker, I rise today HON. ROBERT T. MATSUI I ask all my colleagues to join me in wishing to remember a statesman, public servant and OF CALIFORNIA Jimmie continued success in all of his future friend—the former Governor of Minnesota, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES endeavors, wherever retirement may lead him. Elmer Anderson. f Surrounded by his friends and family, Elmer Thursday, November 18, 2004 Anderson passed away on November 15 at Mr. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker today I rise in RECOGNIZING THE 60TH ANNIVER- the age of 95. tribute to a man with a distinguished public SARY OF THE BATTLE OF THE Governor Anderson was a man of great service career. Throughout the course of his BULGE DURING WORLD WAR II character and strength. He participated in pub- career, Jimmie Yee has served the people of lic service with a tremendous sense of pur- Sacramento with great success and distinc- SPEECH OF pose. tion. Jimmie will soon retire from his post as HON. NANCY PELOSI Never afraid to speak his mind, Governor the Councilman from the 4th District of the OF CALIFORNIA Anderson fought for human rights, civil rights Sacramento City Council. It is my honor to ask IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and worked to protect and ensure new park all my colleagues to join me in saluting Jimmie land which will be one of his many legacies. Yee, a man who has worked hard to make Tuesday, November 16, 2004 He was indeed ahead of his time in so many Sacramento a better place for everyone. Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, I rise in support ways. A native of Sacramento, Jimmie was born in of H.J. Res. 110, recognizing the 60th anniver- Even after time as Governor, he never lost 1934. He attended Lincoln Elementary, Lincoln sary of the Battle of the Bulge during World his passion for politics and policy. His activism Junior High, and Sacramento High School. War II.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00045 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.066 E18PT1 E2062 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 I thank Speaker Hastert for scheduling this since 1986. In his tenure at URI, Professor During the 24 years in which he worked his bill and giving us this opportunity to pay tribute Molloy has relished the opportunity to bring his way up the ranks from officer to police chief, to the brave Americans who fought and died expertise and unique experience to a range of Mike Tracy worked in or was in command of in that crucial battle. I know that this is per- departments and courses. He has taught every aspect of the department, including pa- sonal to the Speaker. His mentor, the former courses in the History Department, the Busi- trol, detectives, administration, training and Republican Leader from Illinois, Bob Michel, ness School, the Honors program, Economics, crime prevention. That experience gave him received the Purple Heart and other citations and in his academic home at the Labor Cen- an insight into his department that few chiefs for his bravery in that battle. I share the ter. achieve. Speaker’s respect for Leader Michel. Further, His contributions to Rhode Island are too At the same time, Mike Tracy earned a rep- the Speaker’s family hails from Luxembourg, numerous to list, but they begin with his desire utation far beyond city boundaries as some- and the special ties between our countries that to highlight and explore the rich and often one in the forefront of law enforcement who resulted from the Battle of the Bulge have complex history of our great state. Offering reached out to other departments to share re- great meaning to him. such courses as ‘‘Rhode Island History’’ and sources and knowledge. This is personal to me as well. My uncle, ‘‘Labor and Immigrant History in Rhode Is- Under his leadership, the department initi- Johnny D’Alesandro, was one of the heroes land,’’ he reminds our students of how impor- ated the Crisis Intervention Team program, who gave their lives for their country in the tant it is to understand where they and their which trains personnel to better deal with the Battle of the Bulge. Like so many other fami- ancestors have come from and the many chal- mentally ill and individuals in crisis—a pro- lies, his sacrifice was for us a source of both lenges that our state has faced throughout his- gram that subsequently was adopted county- sorrow and pride—deep sadness over the loss tory. wide. He was the chief architect of Ventura’s of a wonderful man; tremendous pride that A true educator, Professor Molloy’s contribu- Community Problem Oriented Policing Pro- one of our own helped to preserve the free- tions are not confined to the classroom. He gram and instrumental in establishing four po- dom and values that we cherish as a nation. delivers as many as forty presentations a year lice storefronts and acquiring several state But beyond the personal significance that to various organizations in his community. He grants for gang violence suppression and the battle holds for us is the towering impor- has also shown an eagerness to share his school safety. tance it holds for human history. The Allied unique style and methods of teaching and in- Equally important, Mike Tracy continued to victory in World War II literally saved the struction—methods that have proven powerful contribute to his community outside the walls world, and that victory became inevitable and effective. His passion for the subjects he of the Ventura Police Department. In addition when the Allied forces successfully repelled teaches led him to begin collecting immigrant to his involvement with the Police Activities the surprise German attack in what we call the and labor memorabilia. In 1990, the Smithso- League, Mike has also worked with the Boys Battle of the Bulge. nian acquired 9,500 artifacts from him to es- & Girls Club and Salvation Army. He has run With bitter cold and blinding snow, it was tablish the Scott Molloy Labor Archives. in several marathons, the Special Olympics the bloodiest single battle ever fought by Professor Molloy is perhaps above all an in- Torch Run and the Baker to Vegas run. American soldiers. There were 81,000 Amer- credible leader and role model for Rhode Is- His wife, Linda, recently retired as an ele- ican casualties, including 19,000 killed in ac- land’s youth—a testament to the value of hard mentary school teacher. Their son Matthew is tion. The heroes of that battle rightfully take work, determination, and hope. The grandson a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy and their place among the bravest and most noble of an Irish immigrant, he began his career as lives in Arizona with his wife, Christine, and in American history. both a bus driver for the Rhode Island Public their 3-year-old son, Nathan. We dedicated the World War II Memorial on Transit Authority and a labor activist in Provi- Mike and Linda plan to stay in Ventura and the Mall this year to pay tribute to all of the dence. Not one to let an opportunity pass him remain active in the community. His continued veterans of that war, and we will honor the he- by, Dr. Molloy chose to pursue a Ph.D. part support will be appreciated. roes of the Battle of the Bulge with cere- time while continuing his work as President of Mr. Speaker, I know my colleagues will join monies by citizens of the United States, Bel- the Amalgamated Transit Union, driving a me in congratulating Ventura Police Chief gium, Luxembourg, and many other nations in coach, and teaching a course on labor history. Mike Tracy on his retirement; will thank him the coming months. But we can never truly His dissertation on the history of public trans- for a lifetime of dedication to his profession repay the debt we owe them. We can offer portation in Rhode Island and the role that and community; and wish him many years of only our words of heartfelt gratitude and our transit employees and unions played in its de- health and prosperity, both for him and his promise to never forget the sacrifice they velopment was published by the Smithsonian family. made for our country. Institution. In Professor Molloy’s own words, f May God bless the heroes of the Battle of ‘‘going from the front of the bus to the head the Bulge. May God bless all of the men and of the class,’’ he is the embodiment of the RECOGNIZING JEWELL DUVALL women serving in uniform today. And may American Dream. I cannot think of a better ex- UPON HER RETIREMENT God bless America. ample for Rhode Island’s bright and aspiring f students. HON. ROBERT W. NEY Thank you, Mr. Speaker, and I hope our col- OF OHIO CONGRATULATING DAVID SCOTT leagues will join me in congratulating Pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES MOLLOY, JR., 2004 RHODE ISLAND fessor Molloy. PROFESSOR OF THE YEAR Thursday, November 18, 2004 f Mr. NEY. Mr. Speaker, we rise to thank and HON. JAMES R. LANGEVIN IN TRIBUTE TO VENTURA, CALI- recognize Jewell Duvall for her outstanding OF RHODE ISLAND FORNIA, POLICE CHIEF MIKE service and contributions to the House com- TRACY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES munity during her tenure in the Office of the Chief Administrative Officer. Thursday, November 18, 2004 HON. ELTON GALLEGLY Jewell was born in the small, coal-mining Mr. LANGEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to OF CALIFORNIA town of Bellwood, WV, one of a population of congratulate David Scott Molloy, Jr., for being IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 300. As a coal miner’s daughter, she worked named the 2004 Rhode Island Professor of in the company store during high school until the Year. The Professors of the Year Awards Thursday, November 18, 2004 the lure of public service led her to Wash- are the only national awards that recognize Mr. GALLEGLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay ington, DC and a job with FBI’s Identification college and university professors for excel- tribute to Mike Tracy, a Ventura, California, Division, then located in the present day Ford lence in undergraduate teaching and men- native who joined the Ventura Police Depart- House Office Building. toring. I’m thrilled to recognize and honor Dr. ment as a patrol officer in 1975 and who has Jewell worked for FBI for four years, started Molloy today, a professor who reminds us all been chief of police since February 1999. a family and raised two sons. During the of the invaluable contributions made by our After a distinguished career protecting and course of her career Jewell worked for a vari- nation’s educators. nurturing his hometown, he will retire on De- ety of employers, from a trade association, to David Scott Molloy, Jr., of West Kingston, cember 4. private corporations, but her career always RI, currently serves as a Professor of Labor Mike Tracy is a seasoned law enforcement took her back to the service of her country. and Industrial Relations at the University of officer with a reputation for innovation and Jewell’s House employment as Jay Eagen’s Rhode Island, where he has been teaching community outreach. Executive Secretariat now ends in the same

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00046 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.071 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2063 location where it began, the Ford House Office plishments of the Citizenship Project and ex- Friends describe her as an extremely dedi- Building. During her time with the CAO, Jewell press my sincere gratitude for their commit- cated principal whose main concern is the has provided support to not only the CAO but ment to the community. well-being of the children entrusted to her also to Leadership, the Committee on House f care. She also makes it a point to know all her Administration, other House Officers, Member students by their first names. She has an and Committee offices, and the general public. IN RECOGNITION OF MIKE KAZAR, open-door policy for all students and teachers. Jewell has always treated each individual with NAPA COUNTY, CALIFORNIA She encourages them to talk to her about their respect and a sense of priority, and her ac- concerns and feelings so that they may have tions have always been driven by a desire to HON. MIKE THOMPSON a more rewarding educational experience. provide courteous and unsurpassed customer OF CALIFORNIA Elizabeth Furmanick’s receipt of the Prin- cipal of the Year Award exemplifies her dedi- service. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jewell provided extensive administrative cation to educating South Florida’s children. Thursday, November 18, 2004 support to the Incident Commander during the For almost three decades, she has worked September 11th and anthrax crises of 2001. Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, tirelessly to ensure, inspire and encourage her She was a valuable asset to this team, going I rise today to recognize Mike Kazar, who is students to reach higher goals. above and beyond the call to duty to ensure retiring as a volunteer firefighter for the City of Thank you, Elizabeth, for your dedication. that the work of the House continued during St. Helena, in California’s 1st District. Mr. f those trying times. She has been tremendous Kazar’s outstanding contributions and dedica- EXPRESSING THE URGENCY OF in her support of the CAO and my staff at the tion to our community are truly appreciated. PASSING POSTAL REFORM LEG- Committee on House Administration. This in- Mike Kazar will be leaving the Saint Helena ISLATION stitution will truly miss her important contribu- Fire Department after twenty years of service. tions, and I wish her nothing but continued He currently serves as the Captain of the department. In addition to his duties in Saint Hel- HON. DAN BURTON success and happiness in her retirement. OF INDIANA ena, Mike Kazar also volunteers for the Sand f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Point-Sagle Idaho area Volunteer Fire Depart- IN HONOR OF THE CITIZENSHIP ment. He served as Captain of the Moraga/ Thursday, November 18, 2004 PROJECT Orinda Fire Department for 37 years. He is Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, I rise also a member and safety officer on the State today to comment on the urgency of passing HON. SAM FARR OES Overhead Team. meaningful postal reform legislation. OF CALIFORNIA A native of California, Mr. Kazar was born in A vibrant and healthy Postal Service is crit- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Carmel. He graduated from Miramonti High ical to the entire U.S. economy. The nation’s School in Orinda in 1960. While growing up in mailing industry is an important primary and Thursday, November 18, 2004 Moraga, Mike Kazar and his family lived in an secondary employer, and contributes approxi- Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to apartment over the family owned grocery mately $900 billion dollars, or about 8 percent honor the Citizenship Project as this year’s restore. Next-door was a firehouse which of the nation’s Gross Domestic Product. How- cipient of the Ralph B. Atkinson Award for peaked his interest in the profession. ever, over the past few years, due to declining Civil Liberties. Each year the Atkinson Award, He served four years in the Navy as a fire- mail volume, and increased delivery costs, the named for the distinguished civil rights advo- fighter stationed in Guam. Mike Kazar has one Postal Service has accrued a tremendous cate Ralph B. Atkinson, is presented to a local daughter, Michelle Hill and two grand- debt. This debt leaves the Postal Service with advocate for civil liberties. This year the Mon- daughters. Mike loves to spend time outdoors no alternative but to raise postage rates, terey County Chapter of the American Civil and is especially fond of hunting. which they have done four times in the past Liberties Union selected the Citizenship Mr. Speaker and colleagues, Mike Kazar set five years. I have been a leader on postal reform for Project, which was founded in 1994 by Team- the standard of dependability, bravery and several years, and we have come a long way. sters Local 890 in response to the passage of hard work that should be followed in all com- During my tenure as Chairman of the Govern- Proposition 187. The project is dedicated to an munities. His commitment to our community ment Reform Committee, I pushed for signifi- expanded citizenship and consistently rep- has been shown time and time again. For cant postal reform legislation. In 2003, we resents such values as education and self-or- these reasons and countless others, it is most passed the Postal Civil Service Retirement ganization through mutual support. In 2004 appropriate that we honor him at the time of System Funding Reform Act. This was a posi- they became a close partner to the Central his retirement and extend our best wishes to tive step in the right direction, however, it was Labor Council, and are currently helping the him. a temporary fix for a complex issue, and only Labor Council form a new coalition for immi- f staved off postage increases until 2006. grant rights here on the Central Coast. Again, earlier this year, understanding the ne- Maria Echavarria, the Project’s Acting Direc- CONGRATULATING ELIZABETH FURMANICK FOR RECEIVING THE cessity of comprehensive postal reform legis- tor, and Tony Acosta were extremely instru- lation, the Government Reform Committee de- mental in the success of this project. With the TEACHER OF THE YEAR AWARD FOR MIAMI-DADE, BROWARD bated postal reform, and unanimously passed help of over 1,000 immigrant community vol- the Postal Accountability and Enhancement unteers, the Citizenship Project has provided AND MONROE COUNTIES FROM THE NATIONAL CATHOLIC EDU- Act, H.R. 4341, through a comprehensive and low-cost immigration services, registered thou- broad bi-partisan process. CATION ASSOCIATION sands of new voters, and conducted voter If this body fails to act within the next few workshops for new citizens. With their assist- months, double-digit postage rate increases ance, over 15,000 residents of the Central HON. ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN are likely to be proposed in 2006. An increase Coast have applied for U.S. Citizenship. OF FLORIDA of this size will undoubtedly lead to a reduc- Since 1998 they have sponsored Jovenes IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion in First Class mail usage, which again en Accion Youth in Action. This immigrant Thursday, November 18, 2004 would further threaten the financial stability of youth leadership development program reg- the Postal Service. A rate increase of this size isters voters, teaches in the school, produces Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I would will ultimately have many negative impacts, plays about their experience, and has led the like to take this opportunity to congratulate a not only for the Postal Service, its employees, struggle in our region for educational & em- fellow South Floridian educator, Elizabeth and the whole mailing industry, but also on the ployment rights for undocumented youth. Furmanick, for having been awarded the Na- American public, and our nation’s economy. Furthermore, they build citizenship by help- tional Catholic Education Association’s pres- Mr. Speaker, I believe that it is vital that we ing people form groups to act together. They tigious Principal of the Year Award for Dade, pass meaningful postal reform legislation im- have launched La Hermandad de Ex-Braceros Broward and Monroe Counties. mediately, which will ensure the short-term Brotherhood of Ex-Braceros, Mujeres del Sur The Archdiocese of Miami gave Elizabeth health and long-term vitality of the Postal Triqui women in Greenfield, and La Alianza this prestigious award for her work in leading Service. If we fail to address this issue in a para una Man˜ana Mejor south Salinas Valley St. John the Apostle School in Hialeah, Florida timely manner, we will be guilty of compla- Latino political club with this objective in mind. for the past 12 years. She has been with the cency by permitting an unfair, and heavily bur- Mr. Speaker, on behalf of the United States school for a total of 28 years, serving as a densome $3.5 billion tax hike on the American Congress, I would like to honor the accom- teacher and vice-principal. economy through increased postal rates.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00047 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.074 E18PT1 E2064 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 TRIBUTE TO KANSAS PROFESSOR and blurted out her story. Her boyfriend had relevance, and transformative power of a OF THE YEAR TAMARA AGHA- woken her up at dawn that morning, placed good education. I listen to their voices; offer JAFFAR a loaded gun in her mouth, and threatened to support, encouragement, and compassion; pull the trigger. He had terrorized her in this provide course material that is empowering manner for several hours before allowing her and relevant to their lives; and continuously HON. DENNIS MOORE to leave. Then, to my utter amazement, this seek new ways to extend means, access, and OF KANSAS young, intelligent woman proceeded to find opportunity to those who have been histori- ways of blaming herself for this horrifying IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cally marginalized. experience. My jaw dropped. A lot has happened since that day in 1994 Thursday, November 18, 2004 I teach at Kansas City Kansas Community when I first heard that young woman’s story. College, an urban college located in an eco- Mr. MOORE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to pay trib- I have changed. The college has changed. nomically distressed community. Over 60% And my students have changed. Over the ute to Dr. Tamara Agha-Jaffar of Kansas City of our students are female. Many of our stu- years, I have seen an increase in the number Community College, who today is receiving dents have to contend with previous or cur- of students in crisis. Or maybe it is because the Professor of the Year Award for Kansas rent drug abuse, single parenthood, sexual they seem to flock to my classes and office from the Council for Advancement and Sup- abuse, gangs, violence, and economic hard- in increasing numbers. As always, I listen to port of Education, CASE, and the Carnegie ship. I have yet to experience a semester in their stories. But now I do more than just Foundation for the Advancement of Teaching. which I haven’t had at least one student in offer compassion and a Kleenex. I am better some sort of social, psychological, emo- trained and better equipped to provide the Since 1981, the U.S. Professors of the Year tional, or economic crisis. But that morning program has rewarded outstanding professors guidance, direction, resources, encourage- in 1994 was different. I experienced an epiph- ment, and support they need to move for- for their dedication to teaching, commitment to any of sorts. I realized that as an educator, ward with their lives. students and innovative instructional methods. I have a moral, social, and ethical obligation As for that young woman who served as It is the only national program to recognize to do more than just offer compassion and a the catalyst for my personal and professional college and university professors for their Kleenex to my students as I hear their heart- odyssey—I convinced her to phone her par- teaching skills. The program is sponsored by wrenching stories. I didn’t know what I ents before she left my office that day and to could do, but I was determined to find out. CASE and The Carnegie Foundation for the tell them what had transpired. She was smil- Several months and a labyrinth of proce- ing the next time she came to class. Her fa- Advancement of Teaching, which hosts the dures and committees later, Women’s Stud- final round of judging and sponsors the cash ther and older brother had helped her to ies at KCKCC was born. I have been teaching move back home, and, with their support, award given to U.S. national winners. CASE the course since 1995. Students who success- she was pressing charges against her former works with Carnegie and 26 other higher edu- fully complete it tell me it is a trans- boyfriend. formative experience. They leave the class cation associations to direct and promote the f program. armed with knowledge, voice, a greater sense The primary characteristic the judges con- of empowerment, and increased self-esteem. HONORING G. WILLIAM CADDELL My immersion in the subject matter of Wom- sider is an extraordinary dedication to under- en’s Studies and subsequent volunteer activi- graduate teaching, which should be dem- ties inform my life and influence the peda- HON. THADDEUS G. McCOTTER onstrated by excellence in the following areas: gogy and content of all the classes I teach. OF MICHIGAN Impact on and involvement with under- I include service-learning as an optional IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES assignment in my Women’s Studies class. graduate students; Thursday, November 18, 2004 Scholarly approach to teaching and learn- Because I wanted to increase my effective- ing; ness as a teacher, in 1998, I embarked on my Mr. MCCOTTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Contributions to under-graduate education in own extensive volunteer training program. I to acknowledge and honor Doctor G. William learned to respond to crisis situations at the Caddell upon his retirement after 23 years of the institution, community, and profession; and Metropolitan Organization to Counter Sex- Support from colleagues and current and service to the citizens of Oakland County, ual Assault, at two local shelters for bat- Michigan. former undergraduate students. tered women, and at the Kaw Valley Chil- Tamara Agha-Jaffar, Ph.D., has been a full dren’s Center for abused and/or neglected A chiropractor by profession, Doc heeded time faculty member in the English Depart- children. My volunteer work at the battered the call to public service and was elected to ment of the Kansas City Kansas Community women’s shelter prompted me to seek and es- the Oakland County Board of Commissioners College since 1987. A graduate of the Beirut tablish a two-year scholarship for tuition in 1979. As a county commissioner Doc College for Women and the American Univer- and books for eligible shelter residents. I served on the Board’s Finance Committee and taught survival skills classes at the shelter sity of Beirut, with a Ph.D. in English literature served as its chairman. and to homeless women at a local church. In January of 1993, Doc was appointed from Washington State University, she pre- Students in all my classes are demonstrably viously was an instructor at the University of Deputy Clerk/Register for Oakland County by impacted when I share stories that I have Clerk/Register Lynn D. Allen. During his ten- North Carolina at Greensboro and Johnson heard through my volunteer activities. County, Kansas, Community College. During Student testimonials and evaluations of ure as Deputy Clerk/Register, Doc supervised the most recent academic year she has taught Women’s Studies reinforced what I already day-to-day operations and made a commit- courses in composition, world mythology, in- knew to be true: the empowering impact of ment to bring the latest technology to the of- its subject matter. My desire to make this fice in order to better serve the citizens of troduction to women’s studies, world literature, material available to others served as the and women in literature. She also has been Oakland County. catalyst for initiating a new form of collabo- In 1998, Doc became the Clerk/Register of active in organizations serving our community, ration with an area high school. In 2002, as a Deeds. The primary responsibility of this elect- including: the LULAC/USD 500 Latino Task result of my efforts, KCKCC started offering ed office is to record, store and retrieve docu- Force; the Joyce Williams Shelter and two women’s studies classes for college cred- ments for future use and to preserve them for Safehome, both serving battered women; the it at the high school location. Although tui- historical purposes. Doc continued to intro- Kaw Valley Children’s Center; and the Metro- tion is comparatively modest at the college, duce technology to enhance the efficiency and politan Organization to Counter Sexual As- I knew it would be an issue for these students, most of whom would be the first gen- service of the Clerk/Register Office. Significant sault. eration in their families to take a college improvements include the scanning of legal I am proud to represent Dr. Tamara Agha- class. So I successfully authored a grant to documents so they are available to the public Jaffar in Congress and I commend to my col- cover the cost of their tuition and books. My at the counter and to county prosecutors in leagues the personal statement which she goal in this venture was fourfold: to expose their offices, thus saving significant staff time; submitted to CASE as a part of her nomina- high school students to material that is em- the scanning of approximately two million tion process for this award. I include it in the powering and immediately relevant to their birth, death and marriage records which may RECORD and I hope that all who read it will be lives; to encourage them to continue with now be ordered by the public on the internet; as inspired by it as I was. their education after high school; to demonstrate that their community college fac- the ability to apply for a passport at the county PERSONAL STATEMENT OF TAMARA AGHA- ulty care and are eager to work with them office, including photographs; the establish- JAFFAR should they decide to pursue their education; ment of eRecording of land records; and the It was some time in 1994. I was in my office and to impress upon them that they can suc- utilization of a geographic information system with one of my Composition 2 students. She ceed in an institution of higher learning. had been very distraught during class, so I As a faculty member at a community col- to accurately draw property lines. Because of did what I am prone to do: I invited her to lege, I am called upon to perform many Doc’s innovation, the Oakland County Clerk/ my office to talk. I listened as this young, roles. Through them all, I try to impress Register of Deeds Office is recognized intelligent, articulate female sobbed quietly upon my students the benefits, importance, throughout the state as the ‘‘model’’ office.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00048 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.079 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2065 Professionally, Doc was very active with Regrettably, the EEOC, determined to use Fair. The bag, weighing 1,082.5 pounds, state organizations. He was appointed in 2003 its own power to deny its wrongdoing, over- measured 8 feet tall, 5 feet wide and 5 feet by Michigan Secretary of State Terri Lynn turned Judge Fine’s well-reasoned and clearly deep. The ingredient’s used were 700 pounds Land to a 30 member State Plan Advisory delineated decision in Mrs. Gilbert’s favor. In of soybean oil, 80 pounds of salt, and of Committee formed to address election reform so doing, the EEOC not only undermined but course, 4,250 pounds of Ohio potatoes. The pursuant to the federal Help America Vote Act. disregarded the very legal process instituted to event was recorded for the Food Network and He is president of the Michigan Association of protect the integrity of its employment deci- aired on the ‘‘Unwrapped’’ show. County Clerks. He is a past president of the sions. Ironically, the very agency designed to Mr. Speaker, Ballreich’s was recognized by Michigan Chiropractic Council and has served ensure justice and fairness in hiring for our na- the Guinness Book of World Records for the on the Board of Directors for the International tion’s workforce denied justice and fairness to creation of the world’s largest bag of potato Chiropractors’ Association. one of its very own employees—not once, but chips. However, Ballreich’s does more than Mr. Speaker, I extend our entire commu- twice. It is difficult to imagine a fair process in make great chips and earn world records. nity’s sincere appreciation and gratitude to G. which the loser in a legal proceeding is given Ballreich’s is a loyal employer of Tiffin citizens, William Caddell for his fine service to our com- the opportunity to unilaterally overturn the re- a family owned business, and a mainstay in munity and our country; and wish him, his wife sult. However, this is the very thing the EEOC the Fifth District. Beverly, son Jonathan, son Geoff and daugh- did in the case of Mrs. Gilbert. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me ter-in-law Heather, and grandchildren Clinton After the Judge’s decision was overturned in paying tribute to Ballreich’s Potato Chips for Derek, Luke Jordan, and Sydney Adelaid, the by the EEOC on appeal, the last option avail- their recognition by the Guinness Book of brightest future of continued blessings the God able to Mrs. Gilbert was to appeal this adverse World Records and their 84 years of service to Lord allows. agency decision to U.S. District Court. Sadly, the people of Tiffin, Ohio. On behalf of the f before she could seek justice in her case in people of the Fifth District of Ohio, I am proud our federal courts, Mrs. Gilbert became ill and to recognize the great achievements of LEGISLATION TO PROVIDE RELIEF passed away earlier this year. To her credit, Ballreich’s Potato Chips. We wish the employ- FOR NANCY P. GILBERT and in spite of the EEOC’s actions against ees and management of Ballreich’s continued her, Mrs. Gilbert continued her faithful service success into the future. HON. MAC COLLINS as an investigator, carrying out her duties on f OF GEORGIA behalf of others. It was only when her illness IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES made her unable to work that she ultimately CELEBRATING 35-YEAR CONGRES- Thursday, November 18, 2004 retired from her position. SIONAL CAREER OF THE HONOR- In honor of Mrs. Gilbert’s faithful service to ABLE PHILIP M. CRANE OF ILLI- Mr. COLLINS. Mr. Speaker, yesterday, I in- our country and with respect for the rule of NOIS troduced private legislation to posthumously law, I introduced this legislation. Mrs. Gilbert promote Nancy Gilbert, formerly of Marietta, should be posthumously promoted to a GS– SPEECH OF Georgia, to the position of Supervisory Investi- 13, the position she deserved before her pass- gator at the Atlanta District Office of the ing. While this bill would not confer any bene- HON. DONALD M. MANZULLO United States Equal Employment Opportunity fits, financial or otherwise, upon her family, OF ILLINOIS Commission. While this legislation would not this bill would fulfill Mrs. Gilbert’s pursuit of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES confer any additional pay or benefits to Mrs. justice that was tragically cut short by her un- Wednesday, November 17, 2004 Gilbert’s family, it would rightly recognize her timely passing. The agency responsible for en- Mr. MANZULLO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today service at the EEOC and rightly recognize that suring equal opportunity to all Americans in to pay tribute to Representative PHILIP M. she was worthy of a promotion for which she the job market must be held to account when CRANE. Let me share with you remarks by was passed over in July 2001. it fails to live up to that mission with its own Nancy Gilbert began her career with the Edwin J. Feulner, President of The Heritage employees. This legislation would do just that Foundation that express his gratitude to a man EEOC in 1979 in Memphis, Tennessee. Her by recognizing Mrs. Gilbert with the govern- career with the EEOC saw her ably perform in who has given so much to Eighth District of Il- ment service level she deserved and bringing linois and the House of Representatives. assignments in Washington, D.C., Miami, Flor- justice for Mrs. Gilbert’s family and loved ones ida and Atlanta, Georgia. During her career, Phil Crane’s Congressional colleagues will who stood with her through her fight against expand on his extraordinary 35-year record of she was awarded a Masters Degree in Race discrimination. Relations and a Bachelors Degree in Soci- legislative achievements. Others will speak f of his unswerving commitment to sensible ology. Her last assignment was in the Atlanta conservative economic policy based on the District Office of the Equal Employment Op- A SPECIAL TRIBUTE TO principles of limited government and fed- portunity Commission (‘‘ATDO’’). While in this BALLREICH’S POTATO CHIPS ON eralism. Still others will discuss his con- office, Mrs. Gilbert served in several units in- THE OCCASION OF THEIR INCLU- tributions to developing sound American for- volving Enforcement, Intake and Mediation. SION IN THE GUINNESS BOOK OF eign and defense policy. Her last Government service level was as a WORLD RECORDS For me, however, Phil Crane will be the GS 12, Step 10. By all accounts and by her Member of Congress who has—more than any record of consistent promotions, Mrs. Gilbert’s other Member I’ve known in my forty years HON. PAUL E. GILLMOR in Washington—fundamentally understood service to the government was competent and OF OHIO the power of ideas and the relationship of admirable. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ideas to changes in the laws that govern the In April 2001, the position of Supervisory In- American people. vestigator, GS–13, in the ATDO became avail- Thursday, November 18, 2004 Philip M. Crane is a man of ideas. His first able. Mrs. Gilbert made the decision to apply Mr. GILLMOR. Mr. Speaker, it is my great book, published in March 1964, is entitled for this position and her name was placed on pleasure to pay special tribute to Ballreich’s The Democrat’s Dilemma. The book jacket the Merit Promotion Referral List. After an ex- Potato Chips in Tiffin, Ohio on their inclusion notes the influence of extremist views and tremely brief and truncated interview process, in the Guinness Book of World Records. On organizations on the Democratic Party. If this sounds familiar to every American who Mrs. Gilbert was passed over for this position, August 8, 2003, a team of Ballreich’s Potato has been awake for the last several months, which was awarded to another EEOC em- Chip makers created the world’s largest bag of it’s because Phil Crane’s message is as time- ployee. Mrs. Gilbert, believing she had been potato chips, weighing in at 1,082.5 pounds. ly today, for the 2004 election, as it was then, discriminated against on the basis of her race, Ballreich’s Potato Chips has been synony- for the 1964 election. gender and age, requested a hearing, which mous with Tiffin, Ohio since its founding in In the foreword to The Democrat’s Di- she was granted (Agency Case No. 0– 1920. Ballreich’s Chips was formed by the thir- lemma, Jameson G. Campaigne, the then- 0100067–AT) before Administrative Judge teen Ballreich children and quickly grew. editor of the Indianapolis Star, wrote, ‘‘Rev- Richard H. Fine on August 29 and 30, 2002. Ballreich’s processes more than eight million olutions are normally organized and engi- neered by small groups of men and women.’’ Judge Fine, after a thorough examination of pounds of potatoes into two million pounds of Phil’s book is an insightful account of how a the evidence, determined that Mrs. Gilbert had chips each year. small band of dedicated souls changed the been unlawfully discriminated against when To celebrate the 150th birthday of the po- world. While Phil recounts in fascinating de- she was denied the promotion to the position tato chip, Ballreich’s created the world’s larg- tail the growing influence of the Fabian So- of Supervisory Investigator. est potato chip bag at the 150th Ohio State cialists on the Democratic Party, even

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:49 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00049 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.082 E18PT1 E2066 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 then—in 1964—Mr. Campaigne noted in his Because of you, those conservative ideas tinue building on his research while teaching foreword that the Fabians were seeing ‘‘their are now the mainstream of the American po- various undergraduate courses, ranging from power threatened by a smaller, but equally litical debate. large introduction classes to smaller, studio aggressive and growing, group of conserv- And because of you, and your trail-blazing atives.’’ leadership, the future is bright for conserv- format, groups of students. I first met Phil Crane in the summer of ative ideas in America. Professor Coppola is highly esteemed not 1964 at an Intercollegiate Studies Institute As you retire, and as a self-appointed only at the University of Michigan, but in the summer school at Lake Forest College in Il- spokesman for all of those who have had the larger academic community. His work in the linois. Phil was a graduate of Hillsdale Col- honor of serving on your staff over the last field of teaching and learning should be ap- lege, an Army Veteran, and a bright young 35 years, we salute you, we always will ad- plauded. Mr. Speaker, I ask that all of my col- professor of history at Bradley University in mire you, and we look forward to continuing leagues join me in congratulating Professor Peoria, having recently received his Ph.D. to work together with you to advance our Coppola for his accomplishments and his from Indiana University where ‘‘his aca- ideas in the years ahead. demic record had never been excelled.’’ dedication to the future of this great Nation. Ever the teacher, for more than forty f f years, on America’s college and university CONGRATULATING PROFESSOR campuses, and in his committees, on the PREVENTION OF AND RESPONSE Floor of the House of Representatives, and BRIAN COPPOLA TO SEXUAL ASSAULT AND DO- before countless audiences around the Na- MESTIC VIOLENCE IN THE MILI- tion, a singular leader of that ‘‘aggressive HON. JOHN D. DINGELL TARY ACT and growing group of conservatives’’ has OF MICHIGAN been Phil Crane. Looking back on the period since the Gold- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. LOUISE McINTOSH SLAUGHTER water/Johnson election in 1964, the conclu- Thursday, November 18, 2004 OF NEW YORK sion is inescapable that Phil Crane’s intel- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lectual and political leadership has been cru- Mr. DINGELL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to cial to the rise of conservative ideas in this congratulate and pay tribute to University of Thursday, November 18, 2004 country, and that his dedication to our Michigan Professor Brian Coppola on his se- Ms. SLAUGHTER. Mr. Speaker, I have in- shared ideas of freedom and free enterprise, lection as the 2004 Michigan Professor of the troduced the Prevention of and Response to limited government, traditional values and a Year. Professor Coppola was chosen for his strong national defense has truly changed Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence in the the world. dedication to teaching and commitment to his Military Act. This bill will address the ongoing From the day in December 1969, shortly students. problem of violence against women in our after he won the special election to succeed The Professors of the Year Award Program U.S. Armed Forces. There have been at least Don Rumsfeld, in the old 12th District, when was created in 1981 to increase awareness of 261 reported cases of sexual assault in cur- he asked me to be one of the first employees the importance of undergraduate instruction at rent operations in Iraq, Kuwait, Afghanistan on his Congressional staff, I have witnessed all types of higher education institutions. The and Bahrain between August 2002 and No- Phil lead his colleagues in legislative battles. Some of them have been successful, program rewards outstanding professors for vember 2004, as well as at least 27 cases of even if forgotten, like eliminating the New their devotion to higher education. They seek sexual assault prior to deployment. My legisla- Deal prohibition on the individual citizen’s excellence in their recipients not only in their tion will help address this issue by improving right to own gold. involvement and interest in students, but also prevention programs, enhancing victim treat- Others were successful in their own right, in their contribution to the academic commu- ment services and changing the Uniform Code and led to much bigger things later on, like nity. Professor Coppola demonstrates an in- of Military Justice to more effectively deal with stopping President Nixon’s so-called ‘‘family credible involvement with his students, as well perpetrators of these crimes. assistance plan’’, which led to the eventual as using his innovative teaching techniques to overhaul of our whole federal welfare sys- For too long, the problem of sexual assault tem. contribute to the university and the teaching in the military has been brushed under the Still others were, shall we say, ‘‘ahead of profession as a whole. rug. Women and men who report sexual as- their time,’’ like his efforts to prohibit fed- Professor Coppola contributes immeas- sault are often ignored or demoted, while per- eral operating subsidies for mass transit, and urably to both the University of Michigan and petrators go unpunished—or are even pro- to repeal the private express statutes. to and to the field of teaching and learning moted. We cannot continue to tolerate this cul- But there was always one thing that his through his commitment to students and legislative initiatives, like his speeches, and ture of abuse, which has destroyed lives, ca- his participation in floor debates had in com- teaching. In his classes he strives for a more reers and families. A soldier’s job is perilous mon: they were always based on solid con- involved role for students—instead of a tradi- enough—how can they serve with a criminal in servative principles. tional lecture format he encourages student-to- their own ranks? Phil Crane has always known that with a student learning—forcing students to under- My bill seeks to transform the process used principled position and a determination to stand and apply what they have heard and by the military to handle abuse of its own sol- focus his efforts, he could make a difference. read. He has researched his innovative meth- diers. It will make important changes to the Building unlikely coalitions ranging across the political spectrum in a bipartisan way, od of teaching, and has found that 80 percent Uniform Code of Military Justice to make cer- Phil broke down barriers and created new al- of the students in his classes who have been tain that those who commit crimes are dealt liances to expand the free society. critiquing their peers and thinking on their own with swiftly and harshly. The legislation will en- His early leadership role in the founding of develop analytical abilities comparable to sec- sure that victims are protected and have ac- the Republican Study Committee as a voice ond and third-year graduate students. This cess to both physical and mental treatment for the majority viewpoint within the then number is in contrast to 10 percent of students and care. We must change entirely the culture minority and, for the last ten years, major- in a traditional lecture course. Through his that permits this kind of abuse to occur. It is ity party, is recounted today in political unique and involved focus on individual stu- science textbooks. my hope that this bill is a first step in that di- Undergirding Phil’s legislative achieve- dents, he challenges undergraduates to ex- rection. ments and his House procedural and struc- press ideas clearly and apply them to case This legislation updates and revises the Uni- tural reforms was his fundamental under- studies, thus helping them to develop skills form Code of Military Justice to incorporate standing that ideas have consequences. that will help them throughout their future ca- Federal statues addressing sexual assault, do- His understanding of the Founding Fathers reers. mestic violence, family violence and stalking. and the system they so carefully designed re- Professor Coppola has extended his ideas The definition of sexual assault is expanded to sulted in the publication of his second book, which still should be a primer for conserv- to the academic community as a whole. He include a wider range of sexual misconduct. atives interested in the basic principles of has published 83 articles on teaching and The bill also closes loopholes in Federal law our system, The Sum of Good Government. learning, making his findings available to col- relative to interstate domestic violence and en- Ahead of his time as a conservative idea leagues across the country. He supplements forcement of protection orders. leader, Phil wrote in that book, ‘‘Once people his written findings with numerous lectures, Moreover, the bill establishes two senior ex- are willing to admit the possibility of alter- both as an invited speaker and by organizing ecutive level offices, Director of Special Inves- natives, the battle is more than half won and his own education symposia. In addition to his tigations and Office of the Victims’ Advocate. the time for refinements of a ‘conservative reform platform’ will be at hand.’’ impressive publication record, he has been in- The Director of Special Investigations would Phil, your work has been critical in find- volved with 38 successfully funded external support timely and appropriate investigations ing, endorsing, and fighting for the possi- grants related to teaching that total over $8.5 of sexual assault, domestic violence, family vi- bility of those conservative alternatives. million. These grants have allowed him to con- olence and stalking and would implement and

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:49 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00050 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.086 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2067 support Sexual Assault Response Teams American registered nurse in our State. In years with well deserved pride it will also con- (SARTs) and Domestic Violence Response 1969, Jane also became the first African- sider what the future has in store. Teams (DVRTs). The Office of the Victim Ad- American to be named Delaware’s nursing di- Mayor J.F. Collier, the first Mayor of Con- vocate would improve access to services for rector. She served as president of the state roe, saw electricity come to Conroe. Today’s victims and survivors. Board of Nursing and as vice president of the Mayor Tommy Metcalf is witnessing the Under this legislation, services and treat- Delaware Nurses Association. Jane’s dedica- spread of another type of current running ment for victims of sexual assault, domestic vi- tion to providing her patients with compas- through this city. New technology, thriving new olence and stalking will be enhanced and sionate service and her refusal to be stifled by businesses, residential developments that are made more widely available. Such services the day’s racial prejudices, enabled her to the envy of the nation, academically out- would be expanded within the Department of forge a new path for minority women. Jane standing schools, and a deep respect for the Defense and Department of Veterans’ Affairs opened the door for thousands of young Afri- diversity and needs of the entire community to include health care response teams, com- can American women, many of whom provide are all a part of this new current. They all play munity health centers, additional sexual trau- an immeasurable benefit to our State through a key part in keeping Conroe healthy and ma counseling centers to furnish both inpatient their service in the health care industry today. strong for the future. and outpatient services, and services for re- Jane’s service to her fellow citizens knew no Many more bright years are ahead for Con- servists victimized by sexual assault or do- limitations. She was a dedicated partner to her roe. The history of this city reminds us that mestic violence. The proposal would also enti- husband of 61 years, Littleton ‘‘Lit’’ Mitchell, in great things—great cities—start with every day tle a servicemember to extended emergency the fight to provide equality for every indi- people who live their lives one day at a time, leave in order to seek medical treatment, ob- vidual. She was the recipient of numerous determined to leave things better than how tain psychological counseling or victim serv- honors and awards, but if you were to ask her, they found them. ices, and participate in safety planning as a I am sure she would say that the true meas- Mr. Speaker, our nation’s hometowns like result of sexual or domestic violence. ure of her success can not be found on Conroe, Texas, are what make America My bill will also enhance the rights of victims plaques, certificates, or even building facades, strong. It is an honor to represent this commu- to safety and justice. It will better protect a vic- but on the face of the people whose lives she nity in the U.S. House of Representatives and tims’ privacy, including communication be- has touched in some way. I urge you to join me in congratulating the City tween a victim and her advocate. It will also Mr. Speaker, it is not often that I have the of Conroe, Texas, on their 100th anniversary. provide restitution to victims. opportunity to honor the life of a true humani- f As co-chair of the Congressional Caucus for tarian and force for social change. Jane Eve- Women’s Issues, I have been helping to lead lyn Mitchell’s devotion to her fellow citizens IN RECOGNITION OF HARRIS LEVY the charge to end sexual assault in the mili- was truly amazing, and she deserves our ut- FINE LINENS ON THE OCCASION tary. For example, last March, I chaired a most respect, and appreciation. OF ITS 110TH ANNIVERSARY hearing at which Jennifer Machmer, an Army f captain from Buffalo who was assaulted in Ku- HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY wait, testified before Women’s Caucus mem- CONROE, TEXAS CENTENNIAL OF NEW YORK CELEBRATION bers. I also offered a successful amendment IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to the FY 05 National Defense Authorization Thursday, November 18, 2004 bill that codifies many of the recommendations HON. KEVIN BRADY made the Department of Defense Task Force OF TEXAS Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to ac- on Care for Victims of Sexual Assault. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES knowledge the achievements of Harris Levy Fine Linens, a business in the Lower East This bill encompasses a comprehensive Thursday, November 18, 2004 framework to deal with all aspects of violence Side neighborhood of Manhattan. Harris Levy against women in the military. It represents Mr. BRADY of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise has flourished since its modest beginnings the continuation of an ongoing dialogue be- today to honor and congratulate the city and 110 years ago. At a time when many small tween legislators, the Pentagon, victims and people of Conroe, Texas, as they celebrate businesses struggle to compete with fran- the advocacy community to address these their centennial anniversary. Home to more chises and larger companies, Harris Levy has issues. than 43,000 Texans, Conroe is a vibrant city thrived by inspiring the trust of its customers. On Veteran’s Day last week, we honored that embodies the rich heritage familiar to so Harris Levy Fine Linens began in 1894 and commemorated all of the brave women many pioneer Texas towns. when Harris and Ester Levy started selling and men who have so valiantly served our Na- From Isaac Conroe’s first view of the acres tapestries and yard goods from a rented push- tion within our U.S. Armed Forces—both in the of lush forests that berthed a thriving sawmill cart. Five years later, they were able to move past, as well as those who continue to serve and train stop to the discovery of oil by their business to a nearby basement and in our country today. We must do everything that George Strake that increased the population 1930, they finally purchased a lot at 278 we can to ensure the safety and well-being of of the city five times over in just five weeks, Grand Street, where their store is presently lo- all of our U.S. servicemembers. I urge my col- every generation has faced its joys and chal- cated. leagues to support this important initiative. lenges. The fortitude of Conroe’s citizens and Early in its history, Harris Levy established f their leaders has always proven up to the itself as a pioneer—at a time when most task. stores relied on importers or wholesale sup- IN MEMORY OF JANE EVELYN This fortitude is perfectly illustrated in the pliers, it chose to import its own goods. In MITCHELL city’s response after fires ravaged the fledgling those days, Harris Levy would sell its imported downtown. A fire in 1901 badly burned the bed, bath and table linens at cost and derive HON. MICHAEL N. CASTLE business district of the city. The community its profits from the sale of the wooden crate in OF DELAWARE immediately rebuilt. Another fire in 1911 lev- which the fabrics were shipped. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES eled the same district. This time—as if to dare Today, Harris Levy’s fourth-generation own- the fire to try one more time—the people of ers continue to adhere to the core values with Thursday, November 18, 2004 Conroe rebuilt with brick. which Harris Levy started his business more Mr. CASTLE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to The citizens of this community have also than a century ago. The company insists on honor and pay tribute to the life of Mrs. Jane proven their willingness to help a neighbor or setting reasonable prices for its goods, striving Evelyn Mitchell, who passed away on Satur- stranger. During the oil strike of the early not only to make a profit, but to maintain its day, November 13, 2004, at her home in Wil- 1930’s, thousands of able bodied men de- customer base and supplier networks, as well. mington, Delaware. scended on Conroe looking for work and a Harris Levy’s owners also take great pride in Jane Mitchell led an exemplary life, which way to escape the Great Depression. Lifetime the dedication of their employees, all of whom she devoted to her husband, her family, and Conroe resident Edith Clanton remembers her have been with the company for more than fif- our community. Jane was a trailblazer in the mother renting out every room in their home to teen years. health care industry in Delaware, breaking strangers desperate for a place to live. Mr. Speaker, I respectfully request that my through the racial barriers that permeated Today, another generation of business own- distinguished colleagues join me in paying trib- many industries throughout her lifetime. Earn- ers, school teachers, community leaders and ute to this outstanding family-run business, ing her nursing degree from the University of families are making their home in Conroe. which has established itself as an integral part Delaware, Jane became the first African- Today, as this city surveys the last hundred of the Lower East Side neighborhood. I wish

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00051 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.090 E18PT1 E2068 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 Harris Levy’s owners and longtime employees that you join me in honoring my friend and a Coal Act, including the level of benefits that many more years of success. friend to higher education, Mr. Timothy are required to be provided. In handing down f Huebner. such a poorly considered decision, one federal f judge set off a domino effect that will also cost RECOGNIZING TIMOTHY HUEBNER numerous companies that are playing by the OF RHODES COLLEGE 2004 TEN- ON THE HORIZON: WORKERS’ rules. NESSEE PROFESSOR OF THE BENEFITS BEING ROBBED This is exactly the type of egregious cor- YEAR porate behavior the Coal Act sought to ad- HON. NICK J. RAHALL, II dress. It is wrong. It goes against the Amer- HON. HAROLD E. FORD, JR. OF WEST VIRGINIA ican grain. It turns on its head the ideals of OF TENNESSEE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES hard work and loyalty and fairness. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, November 18, 2004 This series of court decisions cannot be al- Thursday, November 18, 2004 lowed to stand. In response, today I, along Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, l have always with West Virginia Senator JAY ROCKEFELLER, Mr. FORD. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize believed that, in America, hard work leads to are introducing legislation to seek a remedy to Timothy Huebner of Memphis as he is named reward. I grew up in a family that inspired me this situation. Our bill will make clear that the 2004 Tennessee Professor of the Year by the by example to work hard, to be fair, and to be benefits and obligations mandated by the Coal Council for Advancement and Support of Edu- loyal. They are values worth instilling in future Act cannot be modified by the bankruptcy cation (CASE) and the Carnegie Foundation generations. They are concepts that, I believe, courts. It will prevent other companies from at- for the Advancement of Teaching. set our Nation apart and above the rest of the tempting to skirt the Coal Act through bank- A hands-on historian with varied experi- world. ruptcy, and help to provide more stability to al- ences and an abiding devotion to his profes- Increasingly, however, these American ready over-burdened benefit plans and those sion, Professor Huebner has rendered distin- ideals are being swept aside in the corporate families who depend on them. guished service as a book review editor for chase for the almighty dollar, and it does not Moreover, our bill will send a message that the American Journal of Legal History, an ad- bode well for the future of our country. financial bankruptcy is not an excuse for moral visory board member for Tennessee’s history In recent months, the media in my State bankruptcy, and that loyalty and hard work are online discussion list, and as a Co-editor for have been running stories about a series of worthy ideals still valued in America today. Studies in the Legal History of the South Se- court cases concerning Horizon Natural Re- f ries; however, Huebner’s tenure as a Pro- sources—the Nation’s fourth largest coal com- fessor of History at Rhodes College (a position pany. The once robust company was ailing fi- RECOGNIZING CITIZENS OF OTIS, he has held since 1995) is his defining posi- nancially and it was seeking protection KANSAS tion. through the bankruptcy codes. It is the kind of With an intellectual curiosity fed by research story that might normally engender sympathy. HON. JERRY MORAN and a passion for helping students make com- But how this company went about trying to OF KANSAS plex issues clear, Professor Huebner has protect itself wipes away any semblance of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES worked to find a balance between teaching pity. and research. During his tenure at Rhodes Horizon went after its employees, current Thursday, November 18, 2004 College, Mr. Huebner has found that balance and past. It went after their benefits, including Mr. MORAN of Kansas. Mr. Speaker, I rise by devoting time to helping students write sub- their health care. In a cold and callous act, today to recognize the selfless efforts of the stantive research papers, supervising honors Horizon Natural Resources went to court and citizens of Otis, Kansas in their work to keep research papers, and more recently, serving asked a judge to allow it to abandon its obliga- ambulance service available to their commu- as Founder and Director of the Rhodes Insti- tions to those men and women who had la- nity. tute for Regional Studies. The Rhodes Insti- bored long and hard in the mines and coal- A little more than two months ago, this com- tute is an innovative, interdisciplinary summer processing facilities to earn an honest living munity’s emergency medical service was in program that engages top undergraduates in for themselves and the boys in suits. danger of closing due to a lack of emergency research in the Memphis and Mississippi Delta In a final, appalling decision in September, medical technicians. After more than 30 years, region. a federal judge gave the ‘‘all clear’’ to Horizon Otis and the surrounding area was looking at The Rhodes Institute brings a select group to use bankruptcy loopholes to turn its back the unfortunate reality of having no local am- of students and faculty together for eight on its workers. Armed with that decision, Hori- bulance service. This loss could have been weeks: two weeks in a faculty-designed sem- zon took years of the hard work and the loy- devastating to this community of 325 people. inar on regional studies; five weeks engaged alty of thousands of employees and their fami- The response time for an ambulance run in in independent research, interspersed with lies and heartlessly tossed it all out the court- Otis is five to eight minutes. Ambulance re- weekly individual and group meetings; one room window. sponse time from the next closest community, final week presenting their work. Under the su- As a result, Horizon’s mines and coal-proc- which is 15 miles away, would have been a pervision of a faculty mentor, each student essing facilities are enabled to continue to op- minimum of 20 minutes. In rural America, hav- produces an 8,000–10,000 word research erate under new names, but its employees ing access to local ambulance service can paper that is published and distributed to the and retirees have suffered egregious losses, mean the difference between life and death. local community. This Institute and Professor including, for some, the loss of their promised Fortunately, six individuals saw the effect Huebner’s efforts have put Rhodes College on health care. this would have on their community and the map as a research institution and con- Such court decisions, to my mind, do not stepped forward to help. These individuals are nected students to the Memphis community. even vaguely resemble justice. They make a taking EMT training and will volunteer their Huebner’s selection as Tennessee Pro- mockery of the word. Moreover, they thwart time to keep the Otis EMS alive. After seeing fessor of the Year further highlights a career the intent of Congress when enacting the Coal the outpouring of support, two other former of service to his students, Rhodes College, Act which was supposed to guarantee those volunteers also agreed to return to the service. and the Memphis community. Professor health care benefits. In addition, two new volunteers—a registered Huebner’s more noteworthy accomplishments As a result of its courtroom victories, Hori- nurse and an EMT—have made themselves include his initiation into Omicron Delta Kappa zon is not only permitted to chuck its obliga- available to go on ambulance runs when in 2004, the recognition of the Rhodes Insti- tions to ensure certain benefits for its own em- needed. tute’s website by the Council of Independent ployees, it is able to dump its liabilities on al- Because of the following individuals, the Colleges in 2003, his initiation into Phi Beta ready financially strained benefit plans that Otis EMS will remain open: Bruce Adamson; Kappa in 1988, his publication of eight articles provide for thousands of other retirees and Mary Adamson; Jerry Dirks; Marsha Hinds; and book chapters in scholarly publications, their beneficiaries. Benefit plans, I might add, Mike Sharkey; Tara Stieben; Mike Bahr; Teri his fifty-five essays in encyclopedias and ref- that are largely being financed by other coal Bahr; Mark Brack; Candace Demory; Margaret erence volumes, his twenty-five book reviews, companies. Gary; Shane Konzem; Shayla Koochel; Vir- and ten scholarly paper presentations at in- As such, the Horizon ‘‘bankruptcy’’ decision ginia Landers; Karen Maier; Roger Mohr; Rob- vited academic lectures. resulted in several bad decisions that may ert Newton; Eric Royer; Everett Royer; Ellen For the good work he has had in the lives have long-term, far-reaching implications for Schriner; Kent Schriner; James Sheldon; of countless youth, Mr. Speaker, I would ask benefits and employer obligations under the Bruce Swob; Mandy Urban; Don Weide.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00052 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.093 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2069 Thanks to their team effort, this close-knit and women of the Sea Services. In the 1930s, repeal the military’s REDUX retirement pro- community will continue to have that lifeline to the Association authored two legislative program, to provide a targeted pay increase for the health care services they need. Everett posals that were signed into law by then- mid-career enlisted personnel, and an amend- Royer, a current EMS volunteer, noted, ‘‘it President Herbert Hoover. One law banished ment to the Coast Guard authorization bill to gives us a little bit of hope.’’ a requirement that Fleet Reservists and other authorize the Commandant of the Coast All across the state of Kansas are stories enlisted retirees pay 75 cents for rations while Guard to speak his mind before members of just like this one. Of neighbors helping neigh- hospitalized in government treatment facilities. Congress in the same manner as that of the bors, not because they have to, but because The other authorized the payment of death other service chiefs; all of which have been they want to. Because it’s. the right thing to gratuities to the estate of Fleet Reservists who enacted in law. There are others issues re- do. Their efforts deserve our support and rec- perished while recalled to active duty. In 1937, lated to both military personnel and veterans ognition. an FRA proposal to authorize commissary that FRA and I will continue to work, most of Citizens throughout the First Congressional privileges to military widows was enacted into which I plan to sponsor again in the 109th District of Kansas are working together to en- law by President Franklin D. Roosevelt. Two Congress. hance the quality of life in their communities. years later, FRA’s efforts to restore reenlist- Mr. Speaker, I commend the Fleet Reserve Preservation of the Otis EMS is a success ment allowances (bonuses) succeed when the Association for its eight decades of rep- story that gives all of us in rural America ‘‘a lit- President signed the legislation into law. resenting our men and women of the Navy, tle bit of hope.’’ For the next five decades FRA racked up Marine Corps and Coast Guard. May its suc- f success after legislative success on behalf of cess in effectively serving active duty, reserve, FLEET RESERVE ASSOCIATION its members and others, including all uni- and retired enlisted personnel, as well as CELEBRATES ITS 80TH ANNIVER- formed personnel of the armed services. Its those in the commissioned ranks, sustain the SARY ‘‘Hospital Rights’’ study led to the creation of FRA through many more years of loyalty, pro- the Civilian Health Program of the Uniformed tection, and service—not only to its members HON. WALTER B. JONES Services (CHAMPUS) in 1966. Almost imme- but to the U.S. Navy, the Marine Corps, the diately thereafter, the Association financed a Coast Guard and the United States of Amer- OF NORTH CAROLINA study of the military’s survivor benefit program. ica. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The result of the study, entitled ‘‘Widow’s Eq- f Thursday, November 18, 2004 uity,’’ led Congress to the 1972 adoption of Mr. JONES of North Carolina. Mr. Speaker, the Uniformed Services Survivor Benefit Pro- ON THE SUCCESS OF THE X–43A November 11, 2004 marked the 80th anniver- gram (USSBP). sary of the Fleet Reserve Association whose In the late 1970s and early 1990s FRA con- HON. WILLIAM M. THOMAS original charter was issued on that date in centrated on protecting the rights of its mem- OF CALIFORNIA 1924 at Philadelphia, PA. Known by the acro- bership. Much of its work was devoted to pre- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nym, FRA, the association is the oldest and serving the status quo for many of the benefits Thursday, November 18, 2004 largest professional military organization rep- available to military personnel. FRA shared a resenting men and women serving in or retired major role in defeating an overhaul of the uni- Mr. THOMAS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to from the U.S. Navy, Marine Corps and Coast formed services retirement system and the congratulate the men and women of the Na- Guard. proposed unionization of the armed forces. It tional Aeronautics and Space Administration’s FRA grew out of a need for an organization targeted the defeat of a proposed plan to Dryden Flight Research Center and Langley to safeguard sailor’s rights and benefits. The phase out funding for military commissaries, Research Center for the record-breaking flight idea for organizing such an association petitioned Congress not to adopt the former of the X–43A research vehicle on November stemmed from the earlier action of a small spouses’ protection act, and joined as a 16, 2004. During the flight, the scramjet-pow- group of enlisted men, who pooled their mon- founding member of The Military Coalition ered X–43A flew successfully at record speed ies in 1919, to send two senior enlisted Navy leading to the repeal of the reductions in cost approaching Mach 10, almost ten times the chiefs from their ranks to Washington, DC to of living adjustments (COLA) for military retires speed of sound, as it raced across the sky represent their viewpoint on pay legislation and their survivors. above the Pacific Ocean. The Dryden Flight then under consideration in the U.S. Con- FRA published a pay study in 1999 that led Research Center at Edwards Air Force Base, gress. The result of their testimony was a sub- to a major victory in obtaining targeted pay where the mission originated, is in my district. stantial enlisted pay increase the following hikes for mid-grade enlisted personnel in Earlier this year I visited Dryden and met with year. These two pioneers were the first en- 2001. It also authored the first legislation intro- the men and women involved in the program listed persons ever to testify before a congres- duced that eventually led to the repeal of the and I share their excitement about this suc- sional committee. 1986 military retirement system (REDUX), and cessful flight. The Fleet Reserve Association derived its urged the Navy to authorize sea pay for junior Supersonic combustion ramjets, or name from a program, the Fleet Naval Re- enlisted personnel. scramjets, offer safer and more affordable op- serve, established by the Navy to separate In addition to its award-winning legislative tions for high-speed flights, as well as more sailors who had at least 16 or more years of advocacy work, the Association encourages airplane-like operations, than traditional rocket active enlisted service but less than 30 for re- participation in community activities wherever powered vehicles. Much of the information sci- tirement purposes. Sailors could return to civil- its 300-plus branches are located throughout entists have about scramjets has come from ian life, receive retainer pay (in lieu of retire- the United States and overseas. FRA also computer-generated models. The goal of this ment pay), and be subject to immediate recall conducts an annual scholarship program and program was to provide actual flight data for a to active duty by the Secretary of the Navy awarded nearly $90,000 to deserving students scramjet engine. until their combined service equaled 30 years. in 2004. Its Americanism Essay Contest is This was the third and final flight of NASA’s FRA originally was formed in 1922. Its first highly successful awarding more than $75,000 Hyper-X Program to explore alternative power successful endeavor occurred in 1923 when to students each year. The Association also sources for space access vehicles. It was also Congress overruled an unfavorable and in- generously supports a number of recognition the fastest flight, breaking the record of the equitable judgment by the Comptroller General awards for outstanding uniformed personnel of second flight, which reached speeds near of the United States. The CG’s decision had the Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard. Mach 7. The Guinness Book of World Records rejected the eligibility of certain enlisted per- The Association is recognized by the Depart- named the X–43A the fastest air-breathing air- sonnel who had already transferred to the ment of Veterans Affairs as a veterans’ serv- craft when it reached speeds of over 5,000 Fleet Naval Reserve and settled in the civilian ice organization, and employs a full time Vet- MPH during the March 27, 2004 flight. Only community. The CG ruled that those holding erans Service Officer who has the authority to eight months later, the Guinness World commissions in WWI could not count their assist any veteran in filing a claim or rep- Record book needs revising already; the X– wartime commissioned or warrant service to resenting them before the Board of Veterans 43A is still the fastest, but now it has flown al- qualify for transfer to the Fleet Naval Reserve. Appeals. most 7,000 MPH. The FRA effort saved any number of enlisted Mr. Speaker, I am pleased to have been a The X–43A took off from Edwards attached sailors from returning to active duty to make part of the Association’s efforts to serve the to a B–52 bomber. This was the last research up time served in the commissioned ranks. men and women of the Navy, Marine Corps flight for the B–52, which has been used suc- Since its inception, FRA has produced an and Coast Guard. At the Association’s request cessfully for many historic research efforts at enviable record of representing enlisted men I introduced the first proposal in the House to Dryden. At around 2:30 PM local time, the X–

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00053 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.097 E18PT1 E2070 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 43A detached from its booster at 110,000 feet contribute to the betterment of our beautiful EULOGY TO KENNETH H. POLLARD to fly on its own. The 12-foot long vehicle and diverse community in Santa Clara County. OF METHUEN, MASSACHUSETTS streaked through the sky, reaching speeds of Scott was a true hero, in every word and ac- Mach 9.8. After its short flight, the X–43A tion. He was also my friend and neighbor. HON. MARTIN T. MEEHAN splashed into the Pacific Ocean, triumphantly OF MASSACHUSETTS completing the eight-year program. f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The $230 million Hyper-X program pushed Thursday, November 18, 2004 the envelope, as no air-breathing scramjet en- HONORING LINDA SHOEMAKER gine had been previously flown at hypersonic Mr. MEEHAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to speeds, but the rewards are evident. The im- pay my respects to an outstanding citizen of portant discoveries made by these flights will HON. MARK UDALL Methuen, Massachusetts Kenneth Pollard. Kenneth passed away on Tuesday, November lead to advances in both space exploration OF COLORADO and commercial aviation. We all honor the 9, 2004 at 82 years of age. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Kenneth is survived by his wife, Betty; success of the program and encourage more daughters Sharon and Patricia; sons Michael research into this valuable technology. It is Thursday, November 18, 2004 and K. Jeffrey; sisters Claire and Jacqueline; vital that the first ‘A’ in NASA—Aeronautics— Mr. UDALL of Colorado. Mr. Speaker, I rise granddaughters Catherine, Haley, and Mor- remain a strong and vibrant part of the gan; and grandsons Christopher and Kenneth. agency. today to honor Linda Shoemaker, an exceptional community leader in my district. Kenneth lived a full life and touched the f lives of countless individuals. He was an ac- Throughout her life, Linda has worked to im- TRIBUTE TO SCOTT EWBANK complished athlete in his youth and a dedi- prove the community in which she resides and cated Red Sox Fan. He joined the Army Air to help those less fortunate than herself. In Corps during World War II and was a member HON. ZOE LOFGREN 2000, Linda and her husband, Steve, founded of American Legion Post 122 of Methuen. OF CALIFORNIA the Brett Family Foundation in Boulder, Colo- Kenneth was a successful businessman, de- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rado. The purpose of this foundation is to pro- voted family man, and community leader. Thursday, November 18, 2004 mote local nonprofits and policy initiatives that Throughout his life he volunteered much of his help disadvantaged youth around the state of time to community boards and committees, as Ms. LOFGREN. Mr. Speaker, today I rise in Colorado. In 2001, Linda started the Bell Pol- well as serving as a Methuen city councilor. memory of Scott Ewbank to recognize his life- icy Center, a nonprofit organization which Sharon M. Pollard, who is the Mayor of long achievements and indisputable legacy as uses research to construct and promote public Methuen, Massachusetts, delivered a beautiful a respected San Jose lawyer and longtime policy that focuses on the needs of working eulogy to her father, Kenneth, at Saint member of Santa Clara County’s Juvenile Jus- adults and families in Colorado. Monica’s Church on Saturday, November 13, tice Commission. Linda’s accomplishments are vast. In addi- 2004. I ask for unanimous consent to submit Scott Ewbank was born on August 15, 1947 tion to taking on numerous leadership posi- to the RECORD Mayor Pollard’s eulogy to her in Sunnyvale, California. Scott attended Stan- tions over the years, including becoming a father: ford University, where he received his bach- Board Member and Sponsor of the I Have A My Mom, brothers, sister and aunts wish elor’s degree in political science in 1969. After Dream Foundation, where she worked to pro- to thank you so much for the support you college, he volunteered for two years with have all given us in the last few days, weeks vide scholarships to students who would oth- International Volunteer Services (IVS), a non- and months. Our family sends you a collec- erwise be unable to attend a college or univer- profit group that at the time helped central tive thank you. sity, Linda also volunteers time to help abused Dad was born into a loving home with his Vietnam’s highland tribes develop new agricul- and neglected children in her community by parents, grandparents, and great grand- tural practices. While there, he learned Viet- volunteering as a Court Appointed Special Ad- parents. His sisters affectionately say that namese and in the mid–1990s served on the vocate. in this home he was known as ‘‘my son-my IVS board of directors. son’’. After his return from Vietnam, Scott at- Linda has been recognized time and again A product of Methuen’s public schools, he tended the University of Michigan law school, for her tremendous work in the Boulder com- excelled in school as a student and an ath- and received his law degree in 1975. He also munity, as well as around the state of Colo- lete. He received letters in baseball, football and basketball. Although mostly English, he received a master’s degree in Southeast Asian rado. Most recently, Linda won the 2004 Na- tional Philanthropy Day in Colorado award for liked to think of himself as Irish. He used to studies in 1990 from the same university. tell the story of how his great uncle Tom Scott began his solo criminal law practice in Outstanding Philanthropist. It is individuals like who had been born in Ireland, wanted him to San Jose in 1976. He was a tough fighter who Linda, who take action at the community level go to Notre Dame, but he decided to stay believed in his young clients, many of them and take the time to help those less fortunate closer to home and attend Boston College. charged with felonies. than themselves that will make this country, He loved watching the Eagles and the Fight- Outside of the courtroom, Scott was a vol- and the world, a better place for generations ing Irish play football. to come. He loved his country and served as a ser- unteer mentor to youths. He joined Volunteers geant in the Army/Air Force in WWII. He in Parole, a non-profit group that helps juve- Mr. Speaker, I commend her accomplish- served in various places, but it was at his nile delinquents by pairing them with adult ments and ask my colleagues to join me in last stop, Sedalia, Missouri where he met mentors. He also volunteered as an adult thanking Linda Shoemaker for her outstanding Mom. In May, they celebrated their 58th an- chaperon with the Boy Scouts. Scott helped contributions to Colorado. niversary and they loved each other very out those in his own neighborhood. He spoke much. Dad had four children and each one of up against the proliferation of all kinds of f them received a piece of him. Michael, his group homes and questioned the city’s land profession, Patty, his passion for baseball, use ordinances as they pertained to potential PERSONAL EXPLANATION Jeff, his name and athletic ability and me— development nearby. well we did politics together. We were kin- It was on Saturday, November 6, 2004 that dred political souls. And now you know what Scott Ewbank died of apparent heart attack HON. SOLOMON P. ORTIZ the conversation was at our dinner table. while hiking with a Boy Scout troop in Mon- He was blessed with five beautiful grand- OF TEXAS children: Catherine, Haley, Morgan, Kenny terey County. He was 57 years old. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Christopher from whom he received Scott Ewbank is survived by his wife Susan much love and pleasure. Dad was happiest Hart, and his children, Jack and Anne, all of Thursday, November 18, 2004 when the children were around, but as we San Jose; his mother Lois Ewbank of Sunny- grew older we realized that it was the little vale; and his brothers, Gary of Sacramento Mr. ORTIZ. Mr. Speaker, due to attendance ones that he really wanted to spend time and Brian of Fresno. at a funeral in my district, I was unable to vote with. In the last 10 years, Sundays at the Mr. Speaker, today we mourn the loss of a during the following rollcall votes. Had I been beach were the best times—he knew that the role model and a constant inspiration. Scott present, I would have voted as indicated children and grandchildren would be coming below. for dinner. Ewbank’s heroic service to our community and Dad was a very unique person. He was guidance to individuals inspired many to go Rollcall No. 532, ‘‘yes.’’ Rollcall No. 533, highly motivated and created a highly suc- beyond their expectations and, as a result, ‘‘yes.’’ cessful business from the ground up. He

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00054 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.100 E18PT1 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E2071 treated people with respect and dignity and professionals who treated him with dignity OPENING OF CLINTON spoke kindly about everyone. He was, I be- and kindness and he loved them in return. PRESIDENTIAL LIBRARY lieve, the nicest man I ever met. A great Our family is humbled by their devotion and businessman, he was a gentle soul and so we will always remember their spirit and af- many people loved him dearly. fection. Growing up we all had a great time. Mom We chose the following verse to put on HON. NANCY PELOSI was from Missouri and when she went to the back of Dad’s prayer card because our OF CALIFORNIA visit her family every summer, we would do family thought it was written with our Dad special things, like heading to Claire and in mind . . . IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jacquie’s at the beach. Dad’s favorite esca- When through one man a little more love, pade with us was to the ballpark. We would A little more goodness, Thursday, November 18, 2004 head to Fenway Park and we always went A little more hope, Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, having just re- early so we could watch the players arrive A little more beauty, and then watch batting practice. The gen- A little more joy, turned from the opening ceremony in Little tleman in the parking lot thought Dad was a And a little more faith Rock, Arkansas today, I rise to congratulate doctor, so we always got a great parking Has come into the world President Bill Clinton on the opening of the space to allow for a quick escape. I wonder Then that man’s life has had meaning. why he thought that! He loved the Red Sox William J. Clinton Presidential Center. The li- To his children he was our hero—our men- and as a result, the whole family loved the brary, an architectural triumph that evokes tor—our conscience—our rock. He was every- Red Sox. Like all of us, he lived to see the President Clinton’s ‘‘Bridge to the 21st Cen- thing we could ever hope to be. He was the Sox win a world series. It was a happy inter- nicest man and the best Dad on earth. We tury,’’ is a superb accomplishment worthy of lude at a sad time in his life. GO SOX. the outstanding presidency it documents. Dad inherited from his Dad and Grand- are crushed to lose him but blessed with so father a love of animals and the sport of many wonderful memories—so many wonder- Containing 80 million pages of records, Kings. So when we weren’t at the ballpark, ful memories. In August, when Mom and Dad sold their nearly 2 million photographs, nearly 80,000 ar- we would make the trip up Route 28 to Rock- tifacts and 21 million emails, it is the largest ingham. Dad would bring us early in the day home at the beach and were not yet able to so we could see the racehorses going through move into their new home, they went to live presidential library ever. It covers every aspect their pre-race routines. If our grandfather in the interim with Patty, Ed and Catherine. of his eight years in office, including domestic were with us, we would always stop at Gran- Dad spent his last months in a happy house, and international issues, legislative achieve- where he wakened each day to the smiles of ite State Potato chips for a sour pickle. He ments, and personal triumphs and challenges. was the best Dad! his precious Catherine and where Patty and Dad always taught us that we needed to Ed attended to his every need, including the The thoroughness of the library, however, is give back to our community and he very brownies and ice cream before bed. Many of no surprise. President Clinton has always much lived his advice. He served on the Dad’s friends came to visit him at Patty’s been known for his love of learning. The con- Housing Authority, Chaired a Charter Com- and they were always welcomed. Mike, Jeff and I are profoundly grateful to our sister struction of this library and the opportunity to mission, Chaired the High School Building make resources available to scholars and the Committee and was elected to Methuen’s and her family for the care they have given City Council. He involved himself in many Mom and Dad and for the wonderful environ- public is a personal joy to him. charitable organizations and always worked ment in which Dad died. The Pollard Funeral Home was Dad’s In the library, visitors will learn the story of to try to make his community a great place a great presidency that lifted the lives of so to live and raise families. His last civic act dream and joy. He started his business over was to cast his vote for the man who should 50 years ago and over the years he and his many Americans. During President Clinton’s be President. He was saddened by the out- staff have comforted and served thousands of two terms in office, he created 22 million new come of November 2nd. families in the Greater Lawrence commu- jobs, and median household income was the His last year was a difficult one for him, nities. He was enormously proud of Mike and highest in history. With an expansion of the the staff at the funeral home and they in but he took in all in stride. He would tell Earned Income Tax Credit and an increase in people that he had no regrets—that he had turn, have cared for Dad with dignity and lived a great life and had the opportunity to reverence. All of the Pollard family thanks the minimum wage, America had the lowest watch his children grow to be successful and you for the respect you have shown to us and poverty rate in 20 years. At the same time, to spend time with the little ones in our fam- to Dad. President Clinton’s responsible economic poli- ily. He loved his grandchildren very much Jeff was Dad’s sports buddy. If they cies eliminated the deficit, and we had three weren’t discussing the Patriots then it was and they will dearly miss their ‘‘Buppa’’. years in a row of budget surpluses. More As he got older, he developed an insatiable golf—a sport they played together often. At desire for political and current events tele- those Sunday afternoon dinners, the rest of Americans were able to access health care vision shows—Chris Matthews and Hardball us were resigned to the fact that we were in and to own their own homes. We modernized were no strangers to his home but he also clicker hell—bouncing back between what- our defenses, while strengthening our role in loved to watch the unfortunate likes of Bill ever the sports of the day were. Jeff honored the world. O’Reilly and Hannity and Colmes. He lis- Dad by naming his only son Kenneth. In our tened intently to what they had to say and household we refer to them not as the 3 ami- Bill Clinton’s presidency is a powerful exam- oftentimes made comment. When I asked gos but as the 3 Kenny’s. ple of what we can accomplish when we ‘‘put him why he watched those shows, he told me Our family is so thankful for the clergy people first.’’ Future Presidents and leaders who honor Dad by their presence on the altar that you always need to know what the op- should study his example. position is thinking. He was wise. today. I know Dad would be particularly He was treated by the skilled doctors of pleased that his friend of over 50 years, Also characteristic of President Clinton, the the Massachusetts General Hospital’s ALS Bishop Joseph McGuire, could be with him as library exists not for its own sake but as part research team. We were all so hopeful that well. A beautiful service would not be so of a larger effort to continue the good work of without beautiful music and voices. To those Dad would be able to benefit from the re- his presidency. Through the library and the search strides made by this team of dedi- who lend their voices, spirit and their gift to cated doctors, but time was not on his side. us today, we are grateful. Clinton Foundation, he is continuing to fight But, our family is hopeful that Dad was able Dad was blessed with many friends against HIV/AIDS, to promote racial and reli- to provide some knowledge to his Doctors throughout his life, some here today and gious reconciliation, to encourage economic which will help them beat this insidious dis- others who met him on the first tee or in the empowerment, and to support citizen service clubhouse at a heavenly race track on Tues- ease. and leadership development. The library itself Dad’s end was peaceful and he was sur- day morning. I have faith that he is in a far rounded by his very loving family. So many better place and that the warmth we feel has helped revitalize Little Rock and has friends showered us with kindness. Their now is his smile, the peace we sense is his spurred more than $1 billion in economic de- comforting words and the meals and snacks comforting hand and the light which sur- velopment. they provided us, were welcome gifts. We rounds us is his love. loved the food and Dad would have as well. In his high school yearbook, the quote Bill Clinton’s love of learning is infectious. When things weren’t going well, someone under his picture read, ‘‘Yet leaving here a He reminds us all of what a dedicated indi- always miraculously appeared, like Carla name, I trust, That will not perish in the vidual with drive and conviction can accom- Moriarty and Dr. Nelson Matos to help us dust’’ Sixty-four years later we affirm that plish. I am confident that the Clinton Presi- through the newest bump. We love you all Dad left his mark on his community and he dential Center library will be a valuable asset and you will always have a special place in will always have a special place in our our hearts. hearts. to scholars for generations to come and a He was cared for by wonderful VNA and So many people love you Dad, but none destination for his many admirers from around Hospice nurses, as well as other health care more than me. the world.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:31 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00055 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A18NO8.105 E18PT1 E2072 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks November 18, 2004 A TRIBUTE TO LANCE CORPORAL state-chartered banks that are not members of best in public service. His name is Joel BENJAMIN SAXON BRYAN, the Federal Reserve System. Ms. Gouthro has Kagann and his service to the people of the UNITED STATES MARINE CORPS contributed to the FDIC’s mission through her Village of Woodridge and the County of extraordinary accomplishments in the agency’s DuPage is unmatched. His contributions are HON. MIKE McINTYRE Office of Legislative Affairs. many, and his dedication to the highest ideals While they may not realize it, many of my OF NORTH CAROLINA of service has been unwavering. colleagues who have sent inquiries to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Like so many other outstanding and unsung FDIC over the years have benefited from the public servants, Joel Kagann began his career Thursday, November 18, 2004 talents and energy of Lee Gouthro. When Lee as a police officer. That was almost fifty years joined the FDIC in 1987, there was no system Mr. MCINTYRE. Mr. Speaker, it is with great ago, back in 1957 when the Village of in place for tracking congressional correspond- pleasure that I rise today and honor Lance Woodridge was just beginning to attract re- ence, other than a rudimentary hard copy filing Corporal Benjamin Saxon Bryan of my home- turning servicemen looking for a great place to system. She recognized the opportunity cre- town of Lumberton, North Carolina. Earlier this raise their young families. Working his way up ated by computers and set up a system that week, Lance Corporal Bryan was killed in the through the ranks, Joel was named Chief of would impose controls and accountability for line of duty while serving the people of this Police for the Village of Woodridge, a post he great nation in Iraq. correspondence tracking, seeking special permission from then-Chairman William Seidman held for nearly a decade, until his retirement in Ben Bryan joined the Marines in 2000 after 1978. graduating from Lumberton High School and for the acquisition of a personal computer— was serving in the infantry Company L, 3rd the first one obtained for any of the FDIC’s ex- For most mere mortals, that would be Battalion, 1st Marine Regiment stationed out ecutive offices. As many of my colleagues enough. But not for Joel Kagann. of Camp Pendleton, California. Lance Corporal may remember from the late 1980s through A natural born leader, Joel became Mayor Bryan was serving his second tour of duty in the mid-1990s, the banking and savings and of Woodridge—not because he was ambitious Iraq. loan industry was, to say the least, in great or yearning for more, but because his fellow Lance Corporal Bryan’s love for his fellow turmoil. The impact on our constituents was citizens entered his name as a ‘‘write-in’’ can- man and for the values this nation holds extremely difficult. didate on the ballot in 1973. That same year, dear—and his life’s commitment to defending Lee not only handled the FDIC’s cor- his leadership talents again were recognized those values—can best be described by three respondence system, but implemented the when he was appointed Administrative Assist- simple, but profound words: spirit, service, system for the Resolution Trust Corporation ant to the DuPage County Circuit Clerk. and was instrumental in hiring and training sacrifice. Again working his way up through the ranks, It was Lance Corporal Bryan’s spirit that personnel for handling the RTC’s system. With over 2,100 bank and savings institutions failing Joel became Senior Executive Assistant and made him the man that he was—a spirit that then Chief Deputy Circuit Court Clerk. In 1991, recognized and honored values beyond the during this time period—with almost three- quarters of a trillion dollars in assets—many of when his predecessor retired, the DuPage material, temporal, and physical things of this County Circuit Court appointed him to the of- world. Lance Corporal Bryan’s unselfish and our constituents faced uncertainty on loan payments, checking accounts, safe-deposit fice of Clerk of the Eighteenth Judicial Circuit unabated service was reflected in his strong Court of DuPage County. He was elected to work ethic, his strong sense of patriotism, and boxes—many of the things they take for granted. Over this time period, the constituent com- the post the following year, and again in 1996 his strong love for his family and his country. and in 2000. With a strong spirit and unwavering service, plaints and correspondence became increas- Lance Corporal Bryan made the ultimate sac- ingly complicated, sensitive and controversial. Despite the demands of his professional ob- rifice. He risked his life to ensure the safety of Lee was always the consummate team player ligations, Joel always found time to volunteer and never deviated from her focus on quality, others. His valiant actions demonstrated that on local and statewide committees and accuracy and responsiveness to the Con- he knew that freedom is not free. His sacrifice groups, including the Illinois Association of gress. She developed and managed a process was rich in integrity and reminds us of the Court Clerks, where he served as President in that provided answers to congressional inquir- gratitude we, as citizens of this great nation, 1999. He holds multiple life memberships in ies in an average of 2 weeks, an exceptional should have toward him and toward all of our organizations such as the International, Illinois, standard of excellence that allows Senators servicemen and women. and DuPage County Chiefs of Police Associa- and Members of Congress to address issues We owe Lance Corporal Benjamin Saxon tions, the Illinois and DuPage County Police promptly. The result of Lee’s overall efforts is Bryan our sincere appreciation for his years of Associations, Lions Club, Loyal Order of a correspondence system that is a model for committed service to our nation. His devotion Moose, Knights of Columbus, Boy Scouts, and other regulatory agencies and government of- to the people of the United States should Woodridge Special Events Committee. Joel is fices. Officials from the White House, Federal serve as an example to us all. also a founding and active member of Saint Reserve Board, Comptroller of the Currency, May God bless his family, and may God Scholastica Roman Catholic Church in Office of Thrift Supervision and the Public bless this great nation. Woodridge and was named ‘‘Citizen of the Company Accounting Oversight Board have Year’’ by the Village of Woodridge in 1987. f either visited the FDIC’s offices to see her Mr. Speaker, it is hard to imagine where the first-class system or have invited Lee to their RETIREMENT OF LEANNA M. Village of Woodridge or DuPage County would offices to consult in setting up their own cor- GOUTHRO AFTER 31 YEARS WITH be today without a man named Joel Kagann. THE FEDERAL GOVERNMENT respondence systems. As Lee Gouthro retires, I know that my col- For 47 years, he has given, and given again, leagues join me in wishing her well in her fu- and given still more. He has inspired countless HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN ture endeavors and expressing our apprecia- other young public servants to give their very OF MARYLAND tion for her service to the American people best efforts to the people they serve. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and their elected representatives. Those who have worked with and for him Thursday, November 18, 2004 f are loyal and devoted fans who will follow him anywhere. His commitment and tireless efforts Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today RECOGNITION OF JOEL A. KAGANN to pay tribute to Ms. Leanna M. Gouthro, a as a public servant serve as inspirations to us OF WOODRIDGE, IL, ON THE OC- all. He is a decent man, a giving man, and a constituent of mine from Silver Spring, MD, CASION OF HIS RETIREMENT who will be retiring at the end of this month man who I am so proud to call my friend. after 31 years of service with the Federal Gov- I am happy to join so many others in con- ernment. Ms. Gouthro’s most recent, and long- HON. JUDY BIGGERT gratulating him on his retirement and wishing OF ILLINOIS est, Federal service has been with the Federal him all the best in the years to come. He will IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Deposit Insurance Corporation. The mission of never be repaid for the goodness he has so the FDIC is to provide stability to the Nation’s Thursday, November 18, 2004 generously shared with others, but I guess if financial system by insuring depositors’ funds Mrs. BIGGERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in you’re a man named Joel Kagann, you would up to $100,000 and by supervising over 5,000 recognition of a man who exemplifies the very never expect it.

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HIGHLIGHTS The House passed S. 2986, to amend title 31 of the United States Code to increase the public debt limit. Senate Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indians, should be memorial- Chamber Action ized, and the resolution was then agreed to. Routine Proceedings, pages S11441–S11514 Page S11507 Measures Introduced: Thirteen bills and seven res- Elder Fall Prevention Act: Senate passed S. 1217, olutions were introduced, as follows: S. 2995–3007, to direct the Secretary of Health and Human Serv- S. Res. 470–473, and S. Con. Res. 147–149. ices to intensify programs with respect to research Page S11496 and related activities concerning falls among older Measures Reported: S. 346, to amend the Office of adults, after agreeing to the committee amendment Federal Procurement Policy Act to establish a gov- in the nature of a substitute. Pages S11508–10 ernmentwide policy requiring competition in certain All-America City Awards: Senate agreed to H. executive agency procurements, with an amendment. Con. Res. 464, honoring the 10 communities se- (S. Rept. No. 108–415) Pages S11495–96 lected to receive the 2004 All-America City Award. Measures Passed: Page S11510 Commending the National Oceanic and Atmos- National Day of the Horse: Committee on the pheric Administration: Senate agreed to S. Con. Judiciary was discharged from further consideration Res. 149, commending the National Oceanic and of S. Res. 452, designating December 13, 2004, as Atmospheric Administration and its employees for ‘‘National Day of the Horse’’ and encouraging the its dedication and hard work during Hurricanes people of the United States to be mindful of the Charley, Frances, Ivan, and Jeanne. Pages S11505–06 contribution of horses to the economy, history, and Honoring the Life of Astronaut Leroy Gordon character of the United States, and the resolution Cooper, Jr.: Senate agreed to S. Res. 470, honoring was then agreed to. Page S11510 the life of astronaut Leroy Gordon Cooper, Jr. Alexander Hamilton: Committee on the Judici- Page S11506 ary was discharged from further consideration of S. Honoring the Late Senator Paul Simon: Senate Con. Res. 123, recognizing and honoring the life agreed to S. Res. 471, authorizing the printing of and legacy of Alexander Hamilton on the bicenten- tributes and other related materials in honor of the nial of his death because of his standing as one of late Senator Paul Simon. Pages S11506–07 the most influential Founding Fathers of the United Inez Sitter: Committee on Indian Affairs was dis- States, and the resolution was then agreed to. charged from further consideration of S. Res. 423, Page S11510 commending Inez Sitter for her service to the United National Children’s Memorial Day: Committee States, and the resolution was then agreed to. on the Judiciary was discharged from further consid- Pages S11507–08 eration of S. Res. 436, designating the second Sun- Confederated Tribes of Coos: Committee on In- day in the month of December 2004 as ‘‘National dian Affairs was discharged from further consider- Children’s Memorial Day’’, and the resolution was ation of S. Res. 441, expressing the sense of the Sen- then agreed to. Pages S11510–11 ate that October 17, 1984, the date of the restora- Rose Revolution: Senate agreed to S. Res. 472, to tion by the Federal Government of Federal recogni- honor the people of Georgia on the first anniversary tion to the Confederated Tribes of Coos, Lower of the Rose Revolution. Pages S11511–12 D1087

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:20 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D18NO4.REC D18NO4 D1088 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST November 18, 2004 Urging the Government of Ukraine: Senate Robert Davila, of New York, to be a Member of agreed to S. Res. 473, urging the Government of the National Council On Disability for a term expir- Ukraine to ensure a democratic, transparent, and fair ing September 17, 2006. (Reappointment), which election process for the Presidential run-off election was sent to the Senate on May 20, 2004. on November 21, 2004. Page S11512–13 Linda Wetters, of Ohio, to be a Member of the State High Risk Pool Funding Extension Act: A National Council On Disability for a term expiring unanimous-consent agreement was reached providing September 17, 2006. (Reappointment), which was that the Senate request the House of Representatives sent to the Senate on May 20, 2004. return the papers with respect to S. 2283, to extend Carol D’Amico, of Indiana, to be a Member of the Federal funding for operation of State high risk Board of Directors of the National Board for Edu- health insurance pools. Page S11444 cation Sciences for a term of two years. (New Posi- Maiden Speeches—Agreement: A unanimous-con- tion), which was sent to the Senate on June 14, sent agreement was reached providing that all maid- 2004. en speeches by new Senators from the 108th Con- Laurie Stenberg Nichols, of South Dakota, to be gress be printed as a Senate document; and that Sen- a Member of the Board of Trustees of the Barry ators have until the close of business on Friday, No- Goldwater Scholarship and Excellence in Education vember 19, 2004 to submit such statements. Foundation for a term expiring March 3, 2010, Page S11513 which was sent to the Senate on November 16, Printing Tributes—Agreement: A unanimous-con- 2004. sent agreement was reached providing that there be The following nominations were discharged from printed as individual Senate documents a compila- further consideration by the Committee on Foreign tion of materials from the Congressional Record in Relations, and placed on the Executive Calendar: tribute to retiring Members of the 108th Congress. Yousif B. Ghafari, of Michigan, to be an Alternate Page S11513 Representative of the United States of America to Miscellaneous Trade and Technical Corrections the Fifty-ninth Session of the General Assembly of Act Conference Report—Agreement: A unani- the United Nations, which was sent to the Senate on mous-consent agreement was reached providing for July 22, 2004. further consideration of the conference report to ac- Jane Dee Hull, of Arizona, to be a Representative company H.R. 1047, to amend the Harmonized Tar- of the United States of America to the Fifty-ninth iff Schedule of the United States to modify tempo- Session of the General Assembly of the United Na- rarily certain rates of duty, to make other technical tions, which was sent to the Senate on July 22, amendments to the trade laws, on Friday, November 2004. 19, 2004; that there be one hour of debate, fol- Susan L. Moore, of Texas, to be an Alternate Rep- lowing which, Senate vote on the motion to invoke resentative of the United States of America to the cloture on the conference report. Page S11513 Fifty-ninth Session of the General Assembly of the Nominations Confirmed: Senate confirmed the fol- United Nations, which was sent to the Senate on lowing nominations: September 20, 2004. Page S11514 2 Air Force nominations in the rank of general. Messages From the House: Pages S11492–93 A routine list in the Navy. Page S11514 Executive Communications: Pages S11493–95 Nominations Discharged: The following nominations were discharged from further consideration by Additional Cosponsors: Pages S11496–97 the Committee on Health, Education, Labor and Statements on Introduced Bills/Resolutions: Pension, and placed on the Executive Calendar: Pages S11497–S11505 Julia L. Wu, of California, to be a Member of the Additional Statements: Pages S11488–92 Board of Trustees of the Barry Goldwater Scholar- ship and Excellence in Education Foundation for a Authority for Committees to Meet: Page S11505 term expiring February 4, 2008, which was sent to Adjournment: Senate convened at 10 a.m. and ad- the Senate on April 8, 2004. journed at 6:49 p.m., until 9:30 a.m., on Friday, Eugene Hickok, of Pennsylvania, to be Deputy November 19, 2004 (For Senate’s program, see the Secretary of Education, which was sent to the Senate remarks of the Acting Majority Leader in today’s on May 13, 2004. Record on pages S11513–14.) Edward R. McPherson, of Texas, to be Under Sec- retary of Education, which was sent to the Senate on May 13, 2004.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:20 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D18NO4.REC D18NO4 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST D1089 pornography addiction, focusing on the effects of ad- Committee Meetings diction on families and communities, after receiving (Committees not listed did not meet) testimony from Judith Reisman, California Protec- tive Parents Association, Sacramento; Mary Anne FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT REFORM Layden, University of Pennsylvania Center for Cog- Committee on Armed Services: Subcommittee on Readi- nitive Therapy, Philadelphia; James B. Weaver, III ness and Management Support concluded a hearing Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University to examine the status of financial management re- Department of Communication, Blacksburg; and Jef- form within the Department of Defense and the in- frey Satinover, Weston, Connecticut. dividual services, after receiving testimony from Tina PATIENT SAFETY W. Jonas, Under Secretary of Defense (Comptroller); David M. Walker, Comptroller General of the Committee on Finance: Committee concluded a hearing United States; Valerie Lynn Baldwin, Assistant Sec- to examine putting patient safety first regarding retary of the Army (Financial Management and drugs such as Vioxx, focusing on the Food and Drug Comptroller); Richard Greco, Jr., Assistant Secretary Administration, and heart attacks, after receiving of the Navy (Financial Management and Comp- testimony from David J. Graham, Associate Director troller); and Michael Montelongo, Assistant Secretary for Science and Medicine, Office of Drug Safety, of the Air Force (Financial Management and Comp- Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, and San- troller). dra L. Kweder, Acting Director, Office of New Drugs, Center for Drug Evaluation and Research, NOMINATIONS both of the Food and Drug Administration, Depart- Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: ment of Health and Human Services; Gurkirpal Committee concluded a hearing to examine the Singh, Stanford University School of Medicine, Stan- nominations of Jonathan Steven Adelstein, of South ford, California; Bruce M. Psaty, University of Dakota, to be a Member of the Federal Communica- Washington, Seattle; and Raymond V. Gilmartin, tions Commission, who was introduced by Senator Merck & Co., Inc., Whitehouse Station, New Jersey. Johnson, Ernest J. Wilson III of Maryland, to be a STANDING ROCK SIOUX RESERVATION Member of the Board of Directors of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Claudia Puig, of Florida, to Committee on Indian Affairs: Committee on Indian Af- be a Member of the Board of Directors of the Cor- fairs held an oversight hearing on the water prob- poration for Public Broadcasting, Gay Hart Gaines, lems on the Standing Rock Sioux Reserve, receiving of Florida, to be a Member of the Board of Directors testimony from William T. Grisoli, Brigadier Gen- of the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, Harold eral, Commander and Division Engineer, North- Jennings Creel, Jr., of South Carolina, to be a Fed- western Division, Army Corps of Engineers; Dennis eral Maritime Commissioner, and James S. Simpson, Breitzman, Area Manager, Dakotas Area Office, Bu- of New York, to be a Member of the Advisory Board reau of Reclamation, Department of the Interior; of the Saint Lawrence Seaway Development Corpora- Richard Olson, Director, Division of Clinical and tion, after the nominees testified and answered ques- Community Services, and Ronald Ferguson, Director, tions in their own behalf. Division of Sanitation Facilities Construction, both of the Indian Health Service, Department of Health PORNOGRAPHY ADDICTION and Human Services; and Charles W. Murphy, and Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation: Sub- Mike Claymore, both of Standing Rock Sioux Tribal committee on Science, Technology and Space con- Council, Fort Yates, North Dakota. cluded a hearing to examine the brain science behind Hearing recessed subject to the call of the Chair. h House of Representatives H. Con. Res. 522–523, and H. Res. 862, were intro- Chamber Action duced. Page H9999 Measures Introduced: 11 public bills, H.R. Additional Cosponsors: Page H10000 5382–5392; and; 5 resolutions, H.J. Res. 112–113; Reports Filed: Reports were filed today as follows:

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:20 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D18NO4.REC D18NO4 D1090 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST November 18, 2004 H.R. 4634, to extend the terrorism insurance pro- Adjournment: The House met at 10 a.m. and ad- gram of the Department of the Treasury, amended journed at 11:55 p.m. (H. Rept. 108–780); H. Res. 858, waiving points of order against the conference report to accompany H.R. 1350, to reau- Committee Meetings thorize the Individuals with Disabilities Education FLU VACCINE SHORTAGE Act (H. Rept. 108–781); Committee on Energy and Commerce: Subcommittee on H. Res. 859, providing for consideration of mo- Health and the Subcommittee on Oversight and In- tions to suspend the rules (H. Rept. 108–782); vestigations held a joint hearing entitled ‘‘Flu Vac- H. Res. 860, waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) cine: Protecting High-Risk Individuals and of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain Strengthening the Market.’’ Testimony was heard resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules from the following officials of the Department of (H. Rept. 108–783); Health and Human Services: Lester M. Crawford, H. Res. 861, waiving a requirement of clause 6(a) D.V.M., Acting Commissioner, FDA; Anthony S. of rule XIII with respect to consideration of certain Fauci, M.D., Director, National Institute of Allergy resolutions reported from the Committee on Rules and Infectious Diseases, NIH; and Julie L. (H. Rept. 108–784). Page H9999 Gerberding, M.D., Director, Centers for Disease Speaker: Read a letter from the Speaker wherein he Control and Prevention; Janet Heinrich, Director, appointed Representative Simpson to act as Speaker Healthcare/Public Health Issues, GAO; Janet Pro Tempore for today. Page H9965 Olszewski, Director, Department of Community Public Debt Limit Increase: The House passed S. Health, State of Michigan; and public witnesses. 2986, to amend title 31 of the United States Code LAW ENFORCEMENT AND THE FIGHT to increase the public debt limit, by a recorded vote AGAINST METHAMPHETAMINE of 208 ayes to 204 noes, Roll No. 536. Committee on Government Reform: Subcommittee on Pages H9966–87 Rejected the Stenholm motion to commit the bill Criminal Justice, Drug Policy and Human Resources to the Committee on Ways and Means with instruc- held a hearing entitled ‘‘Law Enforcement and the tions to report the bill back to the House forthwith Fight Against Methamphetamine.’’ Testimony was with an amendment by a yea-and-nay vote of 194 heard from Scott Burns, Deputy Director, State and Local Affairs, Office of National Drug Control Pol- yeas to 218 nays, Roll No. 535. Page H9986 H. Res. 856, the rule providing for consideration icy; the following officials of the Department of Jus- of the bill was agreed to by voice vote, after agreeing tice: Domingo S. Herraiz, Director, Bureau of Justice to order the previous question by a yea-and-nay vote Assistance, Office of Justice Programs; and Joseph Rannazzisi, Deputy Chief, Office of Enforcement, of 205 yeas to 191 nays, Roll No. 534. Page H9974 DEA; Lonnie Wright, Director, Bureau of Narcotics Recess: The House recessed at 11:15 a.m. and re- and Dangerous Drugs, State of Oklahoma; and pub- convened at 8:35 p.m. Page H9974 lic witnesses. Benjamin Franklin Commemorative Coin Act: COLOMBIA NARCO-TERRORISM Agreed that the Clerk be authorized to make a technical correction in the engrossment of H.R. 3204, to Committee on International Relations: Subcommittee on require the Secretary of the Treasury to mint coins the Western Hemisphere held a hearing on Aid to in commemoration of the tercentenary of the birth Colombia—The European Role in the Fight Against of Benjamin Franklin. Page H9975 Narco-terrorism. Testimony was heard from the following officials of the Department of State: Robert Congratulating the Boston Red Sox on winning R. Charles, Assistant Secretary, Bureau of Inter- the 2004 World Series: The House agreed to dis- national Narcotics and Law Enforcement; and Adolfo charge the Committee on Government Reform from A. Franco, Assistant Administrator, Bureau for Latin consideration of and pass H. Res. 854, congratu- America and the Caribbean, AID; and public wit- lating the Boston Red Sox on winning the 2004 nesses. World Series. Pages H9987–91 Agreed to the Ose amendment making a technical OVERSIGHT—USDA RACIAL correction to the resolution. Page H9991 DISCRIMINATION CASE Quorum Calls—Votes: Two yea-and-nay votes and Committee on the Judiciary: Subcommittee on the Con- one recorded vote developed during the proceedings stitution held an oversight hearing entitled ‘‘Notice of today and appears on pages H9974, H9986 and Provision in the Pigford v. Glickman Consent De- H9987. There were no quorum calls. cree.’’ Testimony was heard from public witnesses.

VerDate Aug 04 2004 05:20 Nov 19, 2004 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0627 Sfmt 0627 E:\CR\FM\D18NO4.REC D18NO4 November 18, 2004 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — DAILY DIGEST D1091 CONFERENCE REPORT—INDIVIDUALS SAME DAY CONSIDERATION OF CERTAIN WITH DISABILITIES EDUCATION RESOLUTIONS REPORTED BY THE RULES IMPROVEMENT ACT COMMITTEE Committee on Rules: Granted by voice vote, a rule Committee on Rules: Granted by voice vote, a rule waiving all points of order against the conference re- waiving clause 6(a) of rule XIII (requiring a two- port to accompany H.R. 1350, an Act to reauthorize thirds vote to consider a rule on the same day it is the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, and reported from the Rules Committee) against certain for other purposes, and against its consideration. The resolutions reported from the Rules Committee. The rule provides that the conference report shall be con- rule applies the waiver to any resolution reported on sidered as read. Testimony was heard from Rep- or before the legislative day of November 20, 2004, resentatives Castle and George Miller of California. providing for consideration or disposition of a conference report to accompany the bill (S. 4548) to au- PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF thorize appropriations for fiscal year 2005 for intelligence and intelligence-related activities of the MOTIONS TO SUSPEND THE RULES United States Government, the Community Manage- Committee on Rules: Granted by voice vote, a rule pro- ment Account, and the Central Intelligence Agency viding that suspensions will be in order at any time Retirement and Disability System, and for other pur- on the legislative day of Friday, November 19, 2004. poses. The rule provides that the Speaker or his designee will consult with the Minority Leader or her des- BRIEFING—GLOBAL TERRORIST THREATS ignee on any suspensions considered under the rule. UPDATE Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence: Met in execu- SAME DAY CONSIDERATION OF CERTAIN tive session to receive a briefing on Global Terrorist RESOLUTIONS REPORTED BY THE RULES Threats Update. The Committee was briefed by de- COMMITTEE partmental witnesses. Committee on Rules: Granted by voice vote, a rule f waiving clause 6(a) of rule XIII (requiring a two- COMMITTEE MEETINGS FOR FRIDAY, thirds vote to consider a rule on the same day it is NOVEMBER 19, 2004 reported from the Rules Committee) against certain (Committee meetings are open unless otherwise indicated) resolutions reported from the Rules Committee. The rule applies the waiver to any resolution reported on Senate or before the legislative day of November 20, 2004, Committee on Armed Services: to receive a closed briefing providing for consideration or disposition of a con- regarding Improvised Explosive Devices, focusing on the ference report to accompany the bill (S. 2845) to re- Department of Defense’s approach to addressing this form the intelligence community and the intel- threat, 9:30 a.m., SR–222. ligence and intelligence-related activities of the House United States Government, and for other purposes. No committee meetings are scheduled.

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Next Meeting of the SENATE Next Meeting of the HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 9:30 a.m., Friday, November 19 9 a.m., Friday, November 19

Senate Chamber House Chamber Program for Friday: Senate will resume consideration of Program for Friday: To be announced. the conference report to accompany H.R. 1047, Miscella- neous Trade and Technical Corrections Act, with one hour of debate, to be followed by a vote on the motion to invoke cloture.

Extensions of Remarks, as inserted in this issue

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