February 14, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E143 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

RECOGNIZING NATIONAL COURT HONORING BENJAMIN JACKSON natory and may even suggest hostility to reli- REPORTING AND CAPTIONING MATT gion. WEEK FEMA has a policy in place to aid nonprofit HON. SAM GRAVES facilities damaged in the storm, but the agency has excluded houses of worship from this sup- HON. RON KIND OF MISSOURI IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES port. That is wrong. And it’s time Congress en- OF WISCONSIN sures fundamental fairness for these essential Thursday, February 14, 2013 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES private nonprofits. Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I The bipartisan Federal Disaster Assistance Thursday, February 14, 2013 proudly pause to recognize Benjamin Jackson Nonprofit Fairness Act of 2013—H.R. 592— will ensure that churches, synagogues, Mr. KIND. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to ac- Matt. Benjamin is a very special young man mosques, temples and other houses of wor- knowledge the hard work of court reporters who has exemplified the finest qualities of citi- ship are eligible for federal funds to effectuate and broadcast captioners nationwide, as well zenship and leadership by taking an active repairs, restoration and replacement of dam- as the recognition of the National Court Re- part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 314, aged facilities. porting and Captioning Week from February and earning the most prestigious award of Madam Speaker, it’s worth noting here that 17–23, 2013. Eagle Scout. Benjamin has been very active with his FEMA’s discriminatory policy of exclusion isn’t Court reporters and broadcast captioners troop, participating in many scout activities. prescribed by any law. Nothing in the Stafford have the unique skill of translating the spoken Over the many years Benjamin has been in- Act or any other law including the Hurricane word into text to record history, preserve judi- volved with scouting, he has not only earned Sandy Disaster Relief Appropriations Act pre- cial proceedings, assist individuals who are 32 merit badges, but also the respect of his cludes funds to repair, restore or replace deaf and hard-of-hearing with access to audio family, peers, and community. Most notably, houses of worship. Indeed, congressional communications, and even capture the work of Benjamin has led his troop in various positions precedent favors enacting H.R. 592 as there Congress in committees and on the floor of including Troop Guide, has earned the rank of are several pertinent examples of public funds the House and Senate. They are truly the Warrior in the Tribe of Mic–O–Say and is a bein allocated to houses of worship. guardians of the record. Brotherhood Member in the Order of the For example: The profession of court reporting is thou- Arrow. Benjamin has also contributed to his FEMA grants were explicitly authorized by sands of years old; its roots can be traced community through his Eagle Scout Project. Congress and provided to churches damaged back to 63 B.C., when Marcus Tullius Tiro cre- Benjamin led a team of more than 30 people in the Oklahoma City terrorist attack; ated shorthand reporting to service the Roman in designing and constructing a trail at Park- Homeland Security Department and UASI philosopher, lawyer, and orator Cicero. Since ville Nature Sanctuary in Parkville, Missouri. provides funding to houses of worship for se- the dawn of civilization, the desire to capture Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in curity upgrades; the spoken word and record our history has commending Benjamin Jackson Matt for his Interior Department provides funding for been the responsibility of the scribe, known accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of grants for historically significant properties in- today as the court reporter. America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- cluding churches and synagogues; The scribe has been an essential part of ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. It is important to note that a controlling Jus- history from times in Ancient Egypt, to the f tice Department Office of Legal Counsel drafting of the Declaration of Independence, Memorandum explains in detail the legal prin- Bill of Rights, the Emancipation Proclamation FEDERAL DISASTER ASSISTANCE ciples which make H.R. 592 constitutional. In and the recording of our entire American his- NONPROFIT FAIRNESS ACT OF 2013 a September 25, 2002, written opinion, the Of- tory. fice of Legal Counsel concluded it was con- SPEECH OF Since the advent of shorthand machines, stitutional for Congress to provide disaster re- these scribes are now known as court report- HON. CHRISTOPHER H. SMITH lief and reconstruction funds to a religious ers and have played a prominent and invalu- OF NEW JERSEY Jewish school, along with all sorts of other or- able role in courtrooms, state legislatures, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ganizations, following a devastating earth- quake. in Congress preserving Members’ words and Wednesday, February 13, 2013 actions. The same principles apply to protect reli- Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Madam Speaker, gious organizations following a devastating Court reporters and captioners are also re- Superstorm Sandy inflicted unprecedented hurricane. As the Office of Legal Counsel sponsible for the closed captioning seen damage on communities in the Northeast in- memo concluded ‘‘provision of disaster assist- scrolling across television screens, at sporting cluding my district in New Jersey. Congress ance to [religious organizations] cannot be stadiums and in other community and edu- and the President have responded by pro- materially distinguished from aid programs that cational settings, bringing information to al- viding $60 billion in emergency and recovery are constitutional under longstanding Supreme most 40 million deaf and hard-of-hearing aid. Court precedent establishing that religious in- Americans every day. Today’s debate and vote however isn’t at all stitutions are fully entitled to receive generally Congress has continuously worked with the about whether or how much funding Congress available government benefits and services, National Court Reporters Association to make appropriates to mitigate the impact of Sandy. such as fire and police protection.’’ increasing this access a reality and to ensure We’ve had that vote. The Supreme Court handed down its first that every American has access to the spoken Rather, it is about those who are being un- modern Establishment Clause decision in word. fairly left out and left behind. It’s about those Everson v. Board of Education, which involved Whether called the scribes of yesterday or who helped feed, comfort, clothe and shelter a program in my own state of New Jersey. In the court reporters and captioners of today, tens of thousands of victims now being told that case the Court held that religious institu- the individuals who preserve our Nation’s his- they are ineligible for a FEMA grant. tions are entitled to receive ‘‘general govern- tory are truly the guardians of our national It is unconscionable that foundational pillars ment services’’ made available on the basis of record. They have a tough profession but con- of our communities damaged by Sandy—syn- neutral criteria. tinue to excel through their dedication and ex- agogues, churches, mosques, temples and The Court held that the Establishment pertise. With that, it is my honor to acknowl- other houses of worship—have been categori- Clause does not bar students attending reli- edge February 17–23 as National Court Re- cally denied access to these otherwise gen- gious schools from receiving generally avail- porting and Captioning Week across the coun- erally-available relief funds. Current FEMA pol- able school busing services provided by the try. icy is patently unfair, unjustified and discrimi- government. In reaching its decision, the Court

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VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:55 Feb 15, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K14FE8.020 E14FEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E144 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 14, 2013 explained that even if the evenhanded provi- the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit antly noted that when Sandy hit, the leaders of sion of busing services increased the likeli- unanimously held that the direct assistance to the churches, synagogues and other houses hood that some parents would send their chil- the churches did not violate the Establishment of worship did not first ask if their facilities dren to religious schools, the same could be Clause. would be eligible for federal assistance before said of other ‘‘general state law benefits’’ that Judge Sutton said: ‘‘Detroit sought to fix up providing food and shelter and relief to thou- were even more clearly constitutional because its downtown, not to establish a religion. And sands of displaced persons. they were equally available to all citizens. as will generally be the case when a govern- Nor did these providers of assistance ask As examples, the Court cited ‘‘such general mental program allocates generally available the religious affiliation of the victims. No, they government services as ordinary police and benefits on a neutral basis and without a hid- went to work providing tangible, life-saving aid fire protection, connections for sewage dis- den agenda, this program does not have the to all comers. posal, public highways and sidewalks,’’ con- impermissible effect of advancing religion in In his letter of support for H.R. 592, Harvard cluding that ‘‘cutting off church schools from general or any one faith in particular. By en- professor Alan Dershowitz concludes that ‘‘re- these services . . . would make it far more dorsing all qualifying applicants, the program ligious institutions may receive government aid difficult for the schools to operate. But such is has endorsed none of them, and accordingly if it is in the context of a broadly available pro- obviously not the purpose of the First Amend- it has not run afoul of the federal or state reli- gram with criteria that are neutral toward reli- ment. That Amendment requires the state to gion clauses . . . In the Establishment Clause gion and pose no risks of religious favoritism.’’ be a neutral in its relations with groups of reli- context, that means evenhanded, neutral laws Professor Dershowitz notes further: gious believers and non-believers; it does not generally (though not invariably) will be Once FEMA has the policy in place to aid various nonprofit organizations with their require the state to be their adversary. State upheld. So long as the government benefit is building repairs, houses of worship should power is no more to be used so as to handi- neutral and generally applicable on its face, it not be excluded from receiving this aid on cap religions, than it is to favor them.’’ presumptively will satisfy the Establishment the same terms. This is all the more appro- As Nathan J. Diament, Executive Director of Clause.’’ priate given the neutral role we have wit- Public Policy for the Union of Orthodox Jewish In sum, H.R. 592 exhibits no government nessed houses of worship play, without re- Congregations of America notes in his excel- preference for or against religion, or any par- gard to religion of those affected, in the lent legal analysis which I will include in the ticular religion, since it merely permits houses wake of Sandy and countless previous disas- Record ‘‘federal disaster relief is analogous to of worship to receive the same type of gen- ters. Federal disaster relief aid is a form of social insurance and means of helping bat- aid that qualifies as ’general government serv- erally-available assistance in picking up the tered communities get back on their feet. ices’ approved by the Court in Everson. pieces after stunning devastation that many Churches, synagogues, mosques and other That same Supreme Court also held that other similarly situated nonprofits receive. houses of worship are an essential part of the ‘‘[Government] cannot exclude individual Thus, the bill not only passes the test of con- recovery process. Catholics, Lutherans, Mohammedans, Bap- stitutionality, it passes the test of basic human Religious liberty scholar Professor Douglas tists, Jews, Methodists, Non-believers, Pres- decency. Laycock of the University of Virginia School of byterians, or the members of any other faith, Indeed, to do otherwise would be to single Law wrote a letter endorsing H.R. 592 and because of their faith, or lack of it, from receiv- out churches for adverse treatment, which is said in part: ‘‘Charitable contributions to places ing the benefits of public welfare legislation itself constitutionally suspect. The Supreme of worship are tax deductible, without signifi- . . . [W]e must be careful, in protecting the Court held in Church of Lukumi Babalu Aye v. cant controversy, even though the tax benefits citizens of New Jersey against state-estab- City of Hialeah, that ‘‘[a]t a minimum, the pro- to the donor are like a matching grant from the lished churches, to be sure that we do not in- tections of the Free Exercise Clause pertain if government. These deductions have been advertently prohibit New Jersey from extend- the law at issue discriminates against some or uncontroversial because they are included ing its general state law benefits to all its citi- all religious beliefs.’’ And in Employment Divi- without discrimination in the much broader cat- zens without regard to their religious belief.’’ sion v. Smith, the Court held that under the egory of all not-for-profit organizations devoted In Walz v. Tax Commission, the Court re- Free Exercise Clause, the state may not ‘‘im- to charitable, educational, religious, or sci- jected an Establishment Clause challenge to a pose special disabilities on the basis of reli- entific purposes. The neutral category here is property tax exemption made available not gious views or religious status.’’ Similarly, in equally broad. To include places of worship in only to churches, but to several other classes Rosenberger v. Rector and Visitors of the Uni- disaster relief is neutral; to exclude them of nonprofit institutions, such as ‘‘hospitals, li- versity of Virginia, the Court held that ‘‘the would be affirmatively hostile. There is no con- braries, playgrounds, scientific, professional, government offends the First Amendment stitutional obstacle to including them.’’ historical, and patriotic groups.’’ As the Court when it imposes financial burdens on certain America’s houses of worship are an integral, stated in reference to Everson, if ‘‘buses can speakers based on the content of their expres- irreplaceable part of the contour and fabric of be provided to carry and policemen to protect sion,’’ including religious expression. To con- our communities. Like any other private non- church school pupils, we fail to see how a tinue to single houses of worship out for dis- profit organization, their recovery is essential broader range of police and fire protection crimination does not express government neu- to the recovery of neighborhoods, towns and given equally to all churches, along with non- trality, it expresses government hostility. And states. They should not be excluded from fed- profit hospitals, art galleries, and libraries re- there is no place for government hostility to- eral programs that ensure community recov- ceiving the same tax exemption, is different for ward religion under our constitution. ery, especially since they selflessly provide as- purposes of the Religion Clauses.’’ The constitution clearly allows, and arguably sistance to all in need. The bill before us today simply makes clear requires, that religious organizations be treat- H.R. 592 has been endorsed by several or- and clarifies that federal disaster relief in- ed equally when it comes to Congress’ pro- ganizations including the Union of Orthodox cludes religious entities along with every other viding for the well-being of Americans fol- Jewish Congregations, the United States Con- sort of entity. As the Court later stated in lowing the onslaught of Superstorm Sandy ference of Catholic Bishops, the Council of Widmar v. Vincent, ‘‘[t]he provision of benefits and other natural disasters. Churches of the City of New York and the to so broad a spectrum of groups is an impor- The damage unleashed by Sandy has taken American Jewish Committee. tant index of secular [that is, constitutional] ef- a huge toll on houses of worship. According to I would like to take this moment to submit fect.’’ And as it stated more recently in Texas the N.J. Catholic Conference more than 145 one more additional letter of support for H.R. Monthly, Inc. v. Bullock, ‘‘[i]nsofar as [a] sub- churches suffered significant damage in my 592 from Carl H. Esbeck, Professor of Law, sidy is conferred upon a wide array of non- state alone. Another 125 churches in New University of Missouri, and my full statement sectarian groups as well as religious organiza- York have been damaged and are seeking for the RECORD. tions in pursuit of some legitimate secular end, FEMA help with more to be counted as repairs UNIVERSITY OF MISSOURI the fact that religious groups benefit inciden- and ongoing work are addressed and con- SCHOOL OF LAW, tally does not deprive the subsidy of the sec- tracted out for completion. February 11, 2013. ular purpose and primary effect mandated by Similarly, dozens of synagogues and tem- Re Federal Disaster Assistance Nonprofit the Establishment Clause.’’ ples in both states are now looking to see how Fairness Act of 2013. Significantly, Madam Speaker, when three they repair after spending months of providing HON. CHRIS SMITH, churches in Detroit received taxpayer funded goods and services—with no regard to reli- Rayburn HOB, Washington, DC. HON. GRACE MENG, grants to repair and spruce up their buildings gion—to those who needed it. 1317 Longworth HOB, Washington, DC. prior to the 2006 Superbowl, American Athe- In testimony just last week before the New DEAR REPRESENTATIVES SMITH AND MENG: I ists sued the City of Detroit and lost. In a York City Council, Joseph Rosenberg of the have been asked to give an opinion con- sweeping decision authored by Judge Sutton, Catholic Community Relations Council poign- cerning the constitutionality of the Federal

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:55 Feb 15, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A14FE8.001 E14FEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS February 14, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E145 Disaster Assistance Nonprofit Fairness Act involved the implementation of federal fund- Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in of 2013. The bill was introduced in the House ing for K–12 special educational services in commending Nathan Conrad Stahl for his ac- of Representatives on Friday, February 8, schools in the State of New York. The spe- complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- 2013. It would amend Sections 102(10)(B) and cial educational services were rendered by 406(a)(3) of the Robert T. Stafford Disaster special education teachers employed by the ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the Relief and Emergency Assistance Act (42 local public school district. For those special highest distinction of Eagle Scout. U.S.C. 5122(10)(B) and 5172(a)(3)), to clarify education students in religious schools, it f that houses of worship are eligible for dis- was more effective and less costly to have aster relief and emergency assistance on the the teachers travel to the religious school RECOGNIZING TIME WARNER same terms as other nonprofit facilities pro- campus to deliver the services. But this had CABLE viding certain defined essential services to been barred by prior case law. In Agostini, the public. Stated differently, houses of wor- the Court overruled its prior precedent and ship that are otherwise eligible for relief and approved the delivery of services to all spe- HON. TOM REED assistance are not to be discriminated cial needs students on a basis neutral as to OF NEW YORK against because of their religious character. religion. The services were secular, and there IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FEMA’s current policy is set forth in its was no reason because of the Establishment Thursday, February 14, 2013 memorandum captioned ‘‘Houses of Wor- Clause to discriminate against children en- ship—FEMA Public Assistance Eligibility.’’ rolled in the religious schools. Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- Concerning multiple-use facilities, FEMA de- The Agostini secular-purpose/religion-neu- ognize Time Warner Cable for its Connect a nies relief and assistance to otherwise eligi- tral analysis was carried forward by the Su- Million Minds (CAMM) initiative. This program ble houses of worship unless the primary use preme Court in Mitchell v. Helms, 530 U.S. 793 is designed to inspire the next generation of of the space in a facility is for essential serv- (2000). The case involved a challenge to a ices of a governmental nature. FEMA con- part of the Primary and Secondary Edu- problem solvers by connecting young people verts ‘‘primary use’’ into a simple fifty-per- cation Act of 1965, which provide educational to the wonders of science, technology, engi- cent (50%) rule, but it does not state the materials and services to all K–12 schools neering, and math (STEM) outside of the legal authority for the rule. without regard to religion. The challengers classroom. The matter of interest is compliance with wanted the aid denied to religious schools. This campaign includes original public serv- the Establishment Clause in the First The nature of the educational materials was ice announcements and programming, grants Amendment to the U.S. Constitution. The secular. Accordingly, the Court upheld the to support nonprofit organizations that intro- United States Supreme Court has formulated practice of treating all schools neutrally. a neutrality principle to assess general pro- These religious schools were intensely reli- duce students to STEM, and the creation of grams of aid to the nongovernmental sector. gious, but that was no reason to discrimi- ‘‘The Connectory,’’ a one-of-a-kind resource The principle requires: (i) that the program nate against them. Care should be exercised that allows parents to find kid-centric STEM have a secular purpose, and (ii) that the re- so that no governmental aid is diverted from learning opportunities in their own backyards. cipients of the aid be eligible without regard its intended secular purpose, in particular The CAMM initiative also encourages Time to religion. Under the above-referenced bill, that the aid not be diverted to an explicitly Warner Cable employees to volunteer at Section 102(10)(B) defines an eligible private religious purpose. It is my opinion that the above-referenced science fairs, robotics competitions, and local nonprofit (PNP) as a facility that provides: Connect a Million Minds events. (a) essential services; (b) while not by gov- proposed amendment to the Robert T. Staf- ernment, of that ‘‘nature;’’ and (c) available ford Disaster Relief and Emergency Assist- The STEM fields have become increasingly to the public. The three-part definition is ance Act is consistent with the Establish- important for the development of our country secular in purpose. True, the bill expressly ment Clause of the First Amendment to the as the world continues to modernize at a rapid mentions houses of worship as eligible. But U.S. Constitution. pace. The performance of U.S. students in that makes sense and is secular in purpose, Thank you for your kind consideration of STEM subjects has fallen behind their inter- this letter opinion. because in the past they were sometimes ex- national peers. Today, more and more em- cluded by FEMA. So Congress, in passing Sincerely, CARL H. ESBECK, ployers report having a difficult time finding this amendment, is just bringing matters qualified applicants for STEM jobs. This prob- back from a discriminatory situation to one R.B. Price Professor of of religious neutrality. Law and Isabelle lem will continue to grow as it is estimated A parenthetical in 102(10)(B) gives several Wade & Paul C. that the number of jobs in STEM fields will in- examples of such eligible PNP facilities pro- Lyda Professor of crease 17% by 2018. Given this figure, it is viding essential services. If a private ‘‘mu- Law, University of difficult to understate the importance of STEM seum’’ is an essential service in the ‘‘nature’’ Missouri. education for both our nation’s collective eco- of ‘‘governmental,’’ the eligible recipients f nomic future and the future of our nation’s stu- are not as narrowly limited as might at first dents. appear. ‘‘Community centers’’ are expressly HONORING NATHAN CONRAD named as eligible, and this bill has ‘‘houses STAHL The CAMM program has focused resources of worship’’ as a type of community center. across several Congressional Districts, includ- The findings in Section 2(5) of the bill fur- HON. SAM GRAVES ing the 23rd District of New York. With in- ther help to define how houses of worship OF MISSOURI creased attention and support from community serve as a type of community center. The IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and industry leaders that will someday hire findings also help to explain how a commu- students in STEM fields, programs like CAMM nity center provides ‘‘essential services,’’ Thursday, February 14, 2013 are critical to building a pool of future qualified namely activities central to community re- Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I employees. I commend Time Warner Cable building and reconstruction after a natural proudly pause to recognize Nathan Conrad disaster. for its CAMM initiative; and I want my col- Several U.S. Supreme Court cases prepared Stahl. Nathan is a very special young man leagues to understand the importance of such the way for the neutrality principle as we who has exemplified the finest qualities of citi- initiatives and their positive impact on all of presently recognize it. In Bowen v. Kendrick, zenship and leadership by taking an active our communities. 487 U.S. 589 (1988), the Court upheld a con- part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 314, f gressional program funding counseling cen- and earning the most prestigious award of ters targeting adolescent sexuality that was Eagle Scout. REINTRODUCTION OF THE LENA available to religious as well as secular pro- Nathan has been very active with his troop, HORNE RECOGNITION ACT viders. In Zobrest v. Catalina Foothills Sch. participating in many scout activities. Over the Dist., 509 U.S. 1 (1993), the Court held that a public school district had to provide the many years Nathan has been involved with HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS same special education services to a student scouting, he has not only earned 31 merit OF FLORIDA when he switched enrollment from a public badges, but also the respect of his family, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to a religious high school. In Witters v. Wash- peers, and community. Most notably, Nathan ington Dep’t of Servs. for the Blind, 474 U.S. has led his troop in various positions including Thursday, February 14, 2013 481 (1986), the Court upheld a state voca- Troop Guide and has earned the rank of War- Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I tional rehabilitation program, available rior in the Tribe of Mic–O–Say. Nathan has rise today to reintroduce the Lena Horne Rec- without regard to religion, even when it re- also contributed to his community through his ognition Act. This bill would award Lena Horne sulted in aid to a student to attend a semi- nary. Eagle Scout Project. Nathan built a handrail with a Congressional Gold Medal in recogni- The neutrality principle became fully along concrete steps in the parking lot at Hill- tion of her achievements and contributions to grounded with the Court’s decision in crest Transitional Housing in Kansas City, Mis- American culture and the Civil Rights Move- Agostini v. Felton, 521 U.S. 203 (1997). Agostini souri. ment. A symbol of elegance and grace, Lena

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Her participating in many scout activities. Over the path to international stardom began in Har- HON. PETER A. DeFAZIO many years Alan has been involved with lem’s Cotton Club, where she was first hired OF OREGON scouting, he has not only earned numerous as a chorus dancer at the age of 16. From IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- there, her career continued in Charlie Barney’s Thursday, February 14, 2013 ily, peers, and community. Most notably, Alan jazz band, where she became one of the first has contributed to his community through his African-American women to tour with an all Mr. DEFAZIO. Mr. Speaker, unfortunately I Eagle Scout project. white band, to Hollywood and Broadway. was unable to record my vote on H.R. 267, Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in In the 1940s, Ms. Horne was discovered by the Hydropower Regulatory Efficiency Act. I commending Alan P. Lessenden for his ac- a Metro Gold Mayer talent scout and moved to was detained by a very important meeting with complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- Hollywood to be an actress. She was the first Oregon Governor John Kitzhaber about issues ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the black artist to sign a long-term contract with a critical to my rural communities and State. highest distinction of Eagle Scout. major studio. Despite her beauty and talent, I am a strong supporter of renewable en- f ergy and agree there’s enormous untapped however, she was limited to minor acting roles HONORING JANICE ATKINSON, because of her race. She was passed over for potential for hydropower. Reducing red tape, process, and cost to approve small, non-con- COUNTY CLERK-RECORDER AS- the role of Julie in the movie Show Boat be- SESSOR REGISTRAR OF VOTERS cause the studio did not want the film to star troversial hydropower projects is a no-brainer. a black actress, and the Motion Picture Code I am pleased the bill passed 422–0 and would did not allow the depiction of interracial rela- have voted ‘‘yea’’ had I been available. I look HON. MIKE THOMPSON OF CALIFORNIA tionships. Nonetheless, she dazzled audiences forward to supporting H.R. 267 in the future if IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and critics in a number of films, including the bill is amended and comes back to the Cabin in the Sky and Stormy Weather. House from the Senate. Thursday, February 14, 2013 The struggle for equal and fair treatment f Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, was an inseparable and increasingly political NORTHERN ILLINOIS UNIVER- I rise today, along with my colleague JARED part of Ms. Horne’s life. During WWII, she SITY—REMEMBERING THOSE HUFFMAN, to recognize Janice Atkinson, who toured extensively with the United Service Or- LOST ON FEBRUARY 14, 2008 is retiring as county clerk-recorder assessor ganizations on the West Coast and in the and registrar of voters. South in support of the troops. Ms. Horne was Jancie Atkinson is a third generation outspoken in her criticism of the way black HON. BILL FOSTER Sonoma County native and comes from a long soldiers were treated. She refused to sing for OF ILLINOIS line of public servants. She began her public segregated audiences or to groups where IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES service career in election administration in German prisoners of war were seated in front Thursday, February 14, 2013 1972 with the Registrar of Voters Division of of the African-American servicemen. Mr. FOSTER. Mr. Speaker, it is with a the County Clerk’s Office. She worked her During the period of McCarthyism in the heavy heart that I rise today to ask the House way up through the division, was appointed di- 1950s, Ms. Horne was blacklisted as a com- to observe a moment of silence for the trag- vision chief in 1979 and assumed the position munist for seven years due to her civil rights edy that occurred at Northern Illinois Univer- of assistant department head in 1995. She activism and her friendships with Paul Robe- sity five years ago. On February 14, 2008, we was elected to the position of County Clerk- son and W.E.B. DuBois. Despite facing contin- lost five very bright and energetic young stu- Recorder Assessor of the County of Sonoma ued discrimination, Ms. Horne’s career flour- dents—students who had hoped to one day on June 6, 2006, and assumed office on Janu- ished in television and onstage throughout the become the future of our nation. ary 8, 2007. country. It was during this time that she also Each year since that tragic day, members of Ms. Atkinson’s primary area of expertise is established herself as a major recording artist. the community gather to remember those stu- in the field of election administration. As As- In 1957, she recorded Lena Horne at the Wal- dents and to present the memorial wreathes. sistant Registrar of Voters, she headed the di- dorf Astoria, which reached the Top 10 and Gayle Dubowski, Catalina Garcia, Julianna vision responsible for the conduct of all elec- became the best selling album by a female Gehant, Ryanne Mace, and Daniel Parmenter tions in Sonoma County including city, school singer in RCA Victor’s history. will never be forgotten, for they will always be and special district elections. The division Ms. Horne used her talent and fame to be- in our hearts. Their memories will live on maintains the files of approximately 600 elect- come a powerful voice for civil rights and through their family and friends, as well as ed officials, 249,554 registered voters and the equality. In 1963, she participated in the his- Northern Illinois University. boundaries of all political subdivisions in the toric March on Washington for Jobs and Free- ‘‘Forward, Together Forward,’’ three simple County. dom. She also performed at rallies throughout words that stem from the University’s Fight Under Ms. Atkinson’s leadership, Sonoma the country for the National Council for Negro Song, teach us a lesson that we can all learn County removed barriers to participation in the Women and worked with the National Associa- from. It reminds us that even in the darkest of democratic process by administering a highly tion for the Advancement of Colored People situations, when all seems lost, if we come to- successful vote-by-mail program. In November (NAACP). gether as a community there is nothing that 2006, Sonoma County’s voter turnout of 75.49 Ms. Horne finally received the break she we cannot get through. It gives us the strength percent exceeded the statewide average turn- had been waiting for her in 1981, which was and motivation to move forward. out by almost 20 percent. Sonoma County’s a one woman Broadway show. Lena Horne: Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me high voter turnout can be attributed to the high The Lady and Her Music, was the culmination in remembering those lost and to support all number of permanent absentee voters in the of her triumphs and struggles. The show en- who were affected by this tragedy. County (roughly 52 percent of the registered voters) and the efforts of the department to joyed a 14-month run and earned her a Tony f Award and two Grammy Awards. keep the voter files up-to-date. Ms. Atkinson Furthermore, she received two stars on the HONORING ALAN P. LESSENDEN implemented an accessible voting system for Hollywood Walk of Fame for her work in both voters with disabilities, all while maintaining motion pictures and recordings, as well as a HON. SAM GRAVES paper-based voting systems, assuring voter footprint on the International Civil Rights Walk OF MISSOURI confidence in elections. of Fame at the Martin Luther King, Jr. National IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ms. Aktinson was an active member in the Historic Site. California Association of Clerks and Election Mr. Speaker, Lena Horne was an extraor- Thursday, February 14, 2013 Official from 1976–2012. She served on the dinary woman who refused to give up her Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I board of directors from 2002–2012, as Cor- dreams and used her beauty, talent, and intel- proudly pause to recognize Alan P. respondence Secretary from 1988–2011 and

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:55 Feb 15, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A14FE8.005 E14FEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS February 14, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E147 as a member of the County Recorder’s Asso- This weekend, tens of thousands of peo- performed by contract guards—which has cost ciation of California from 2001–2012. She also ple—including 100 buses from over 30 of over $41 million—with an effective tool to was a member of the California Assessors’ states—will be traveling to Washington, DC to implement risk assessment. As an interim Association from 2007–2012 and the Bay Area participate in Sunday’s Forward on Climate step, FPS has since developed the Modified Assessor’s Association 2007–2012, serving as Rally to demonstrate their support for action Infrastructure Survey Too, MIST. its president in 2010. She has been a member on climate change. Since May 2007, the Committee on Home- of the Sonoma County Historical Records My home state of Maryland knows all too land Security has held five oversight hearings Commission since 2000 and is recognized well the devastating effects of extreme weath- of FPS. Additionally, since 2008, GAO has throughout the state for her knowledge of the er events, and the threat that coastal flooding issued seven oversight reports, at my request, California Elections Code and voting proce- and sea level rise present to our coastal com- on the agency that identified a wide range of dures. munities. In that regard, I’m proud that Mary- challenges FPS faces in protecting Federal fa- Ms. Atkinson is a longtime supporter of the land is tackling this issue head on by commit- cilities. Among the areas for reform identified Cloverdale Boys and Girls Club and served as ting to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by in these reports are the need for increased the lead public information officer for Sonoma 25 percent below 2006 levels by 2020. In ad- oversight of the contract guard program; the County during disasters, providing vital infor- dition to restoring a healthy climate, this initia- need for FPS to implement a risk manage- mation to those impacted by floods, mudslides tive will boost economic growth, create jobs ment strategy to improve facility security; en- and fires. and save consumers money. hanced schedule and cost estimating practices Mr. Speaker, Janice Atkinson has a long Mr. Speaker, I welcome the Forward on Cli- to facilitate the transition of management func- and distinguished career in service to Sonoma mate Rally to the nation’s capital, and I stand tions; and a comprehensive approach to County and it is therefore appropriate that we with concerned citizens from across the coun- human capital management. acknowledge her today and wish her well in try who say the time is now to address climate The legislation I am reintroducing today: (1) her retirement. change. seeks to increase security at Federal facilities f f by adding 500 more Federal Law Enforcement Officers; (2) directs FPS to intensify its moni- CONGRATULATING THE INTER- INTRODUCTION OF LEGISLATION toring of contract guards; (3) requires national MOUNTAIN JEWISH NEWS ON ITS TO REFORM THE FEDERAL PRO- minimum standards for the training and certifi- 100TH YEAR TECTIVE SERVICE cation of contract guard staff; (4) requires that security standards for Federal facilities estab- HON. CORY GARDNER HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON lished by the Interagency Security Committee OF COLORADO OF MISSISSIPPI be implemented; (5) directs FPS to conduct a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1-year pilot program to assess whether a Fed- eral Security Guard that is a Federal em- Thursday, February 14, 2013 Thursday, February 14, 2013 ployee would do a better job protecting the Mr. GARDNER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Mr. Speak- highest risk Federal facilities than a contract congratulate the Intermountain Jewish News er, today I am introducing legislation to im- guard; (6) requires a law enforcement pres- on its 100th year of continuous publication. prove the level of security provided by the ence at the highest risk Federal facilities; and The Intermountain Jewish News has served Federal Protective Service, FPS. (7) directs the Government Accountability Of- as an important conduit of information for peo- Formed in 1971 as the uniformed protection fice to investigate the adequacy of the fee- ple of the Jewish faith across the Rocky service for the General Service Administration, based funding system utilized by FPS and de- Mountain West. With insightful reporting and a GSA, the Federal Protective Service’s mission termine whether it prevents the agency from keen eye to the stories that matter most to its is to safeguard the Federal buildings that fully executing its security mission. readers, it has provided the Jewish community Americans access every day across the coun- Under my legislation, the FPS’ inspector with relevant news and a constant connection try. FPS is charged with protecting over 9,000 corps would be increased to 1,350, thereby to the community. Federal facilities, including many of our own elevating the Federal law enforcement pres- Freedom of the press and freedom of reli- Congressional district offices. ence inside Federal buildings by offering gion are two of the pillars that have made the Since FPS was transferred to the Depart- ‘‘boots on the ground’’ security expertise. United States the beacon of light across the ment of Homeland Security in 2003, a series I strongly believe that a more robust inspec- world. The Intermountain Jewish News is of government audits have uncovered major tor workforce would, for the first time, provide more than just the product of these freedoms; breaches in the security services FPS pro- FPS with a core of specialized security per- it is the medium through which these free- vides and attributed these lapses, in large sonnel with the training and authority required doms live on today. part, to slipshod oversight by the agency of its to create long-overdue change within the en- I applaud the hard work and dedication of contractor workforce. tire organization. all who have contributed to this publication’s One glaring example of FPS’s lapses in pro- My legislation also calls for dedicated con- success over the past 100 years and I wish viding security occurred in February 2011 tract oversight staff to oversee the perform- them continued success in the future. when contract guards failed to detect explo- ance of contract guards; this would allow FPS f sive material that was left undetected inside inspectors focus on their security and law en- the Patrick V. McNamara Federal building in forcement duties and not be bogged down in IN SUPPORT OF THE FORWARD ON Detroit for 21 days. contract-management concerns. CLIMATE RALLY FEBRUARY 14, Testifying on July 13, 2011 about this inci- Similarly, my legislation would require a law 2013 dent before the Committee on Homeland Se- enforcement presence at the highest risk Fed- curity, the Government Accountability Office, eral facilities, which directly addresses a gap HON. CHRIS VAN HOLLEN GAO, stated that FPS needs to undertake a in the current system, where contract guards, OF MARYLAND stronger role in overseeing contractor perform- who lack arrest authority are charged with pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ance, to reevaluate its hiring and training prac- tecting high-profile Federal facilities. tices for contract guards, and to implement a I introduced similar legislation in the 111th Thursday, February 14, 2013 comprehensive risk assessment strategy. and 112th Congresses to ensure that the Fed- Mr. VAN HOLLEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise to On July 24, 2012, at a subsequent Com- eral Protective Service fulfills its responsibility join President Obama and concerned citizens mittee on Homeland Security hearing, FPS’s to coordinate infrastructure protection across around the world to say it is high time we lack of a comprehensive risk management the Federal government, and to make certain move forward on addressing climate change. strategy was identified as a major obstacle to that effective management procedures are im- As President Obama said in his State of the FPS’ ability to safeguard Federal facilities and plemented to hold contractors accountable for Union address: ‘‘We can choose to believe effectively serve as the lead agency charged the hiring, training and certification of security that Superstorm Sandy, and the most severe with coordinating infrastructure protection gov- guards who are charged with protecting Fed- drought in decades, and the worst wildfires ernment-wide. eral facilities. some states have ever seen were all just a Both hearings addressed the Federal Pro- It has been 18 years since the Alfred P. freak coincidence. Or we can choose to be- tective Service’s pressing need to replace the Murrah building was attacked in Oklahoma lieve in the overwhelming judgment of failed Risk Assessment and Management Pro- City. We have been fortunate that an attack of science—and act before it’s too late. ‘‘ gram, RAMP, to monitor the hours and duties this magnitude has not occurred against a

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:55 Feb 15, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A14FE8.008 E14FEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E148 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 14, 2013 Federal building in the intervening years. That women can receive contraceptive coverage on concerts . . . Jazz was our weapon for so- said, we must do more to ensure that Federal and other preventative services without a cial action.’’ buildings are secure and that the Federal Pro- copay. While this is great news to the millions Despite the complaints from certain ‘‘out- tective Service can effectively fulfill its mission. of women using some form of birth control, raged southern senators’’ to the Turkish Am- Enactment of my legislation will bring about barriers to contraceptive access still persist. bassador, the jam sessions at the Embassy long-overdue and necessary reforms and help According to the National Women’s Law Cen- continued for several years, playing to a ra- FPS become the agency that Congress envi- ter, at least 24 states across the country have cially diverse audience and featuring such per- sioned and the American people deserve. reported incidents where pharmacists have re- formers as Johnny Hodges, Harry Carney, and f fused to fill prescriptions for birth control or Barney Bigard from the Duke Ellington Band, provide emergency contraception to individ- Lester Young, Benny Carter, Meade Lux HONORING CONNOR JAMES DERRY uals who do not require a prescription. Fur- Lewis, Leadbelly, members of the Count Basie thermore, six states permit refusals without band, and many others. HON. SAM GRAVES patient protections such as requirements to To commemorate this tradition, the Turkish OF MISSOURI refer or transfer prescriptions and seven states Embassy initiated the Ertegun Jazz Series in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES allow refusals but prohibit pharmacists from March, 2011, and has hosted ten perform- ances since that time that have featured both Thursday, February 14, 2013 obstructing patient access to medication. Denying contraception to women represents up-and-coming artists and well-established Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I an erosion of a woman’s constitutional right of performers such as Roy Hargrove and Jona- proudly pause to recognize Connor James access to contraception and a threat to wom- than Batiste. This series will continue in 2013 Derry. Connor is a very special young man en’s basic health care. Access is especially with a concert on February 26th at the Em- who has exemplified the finest qualities of citi- important for women living in rural areas who bassy. As we celebrate Black History Month, zenship and leadership by taking an active may not have multiple pharmacies near them I wish to congratulate Ambassador Tan and part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 314, and low-income women who lack the re- the Turkish Embassy for recognizing the im- and earning the most prestigious award of sources to find an alternative pharmacy in the portant role that Ahmet and Nesuhi Ertegun Eagle Scout. appropriate time frame. played in advancing racial integration and Connor has been very active with his troop, The use of birth control is widespread, with bringing jazz music to the world. participating in many scout activities. Over the 99 percent of women having used contracep- f many years Connor has been involved with tives at some point in their life. Now that insur- scouting, he has not only earned 33 merit ance plans are required to cover birth control, HONORING MR. VYRLE DAVIS badges, but also the respect of his family, Congress must act to make sure that women peers, and community. Most notably, Connor receive timely access to both prescription and HON. KATHY CASTOR has led his troop in various positions including over the counter contraception at the phar- OF FLORIDA Patrol Leader, has earned the rank of Warrior macy counter. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say and is a Brother- f Thursday, February 14, 2013 hood Member in the Order of the Arrow. Con- nor has also contributed to his community TRIBUTE TO TURKISH AMBAS- Ms. CASTOR of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise through his Eagle Scout project. Connor led a SADOR NAMIK TAN AND TURK- today to honor the life and accomplishments team of 15 scouts in removing and recon- ISH EMBASSY of Mr. Vyrle Davis. His contributions to edu- structing a swing set at Hillcrest Transitional cation and social reform in the Tampa Bay Housing in Kansas City, Missouri. HON. JOHN CONYERS, JR. community and throughout the state of Florida Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in OF MICHIGAN are worthy of recognition by all. commending Connor James Derry for his ac- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Davis, a native of the Tampa Bay com- complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- munity, attended Florida Agricultural and Me- Thursday, February 14, 2013 ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the chanical University, before beginning his highest distinction of Eagle Scout. Mr. CONYERS. Mr. Speaker, in the early teaching career at 16th Street Elementary and f 30’s the Turkish Embassy began a journey to Junior High School in 1960. Inspired by both heal racial integration through jazz in our Na- his grandfather, a teacher who established the INTRODUCTION OF THE ACCESS TO tion’s Capital. Today, I wish to pay tribute to first school for African-American children in BIRTH CONTROL (ABC) ACT the continuing efforts of Turkish Ambassador Jackson County, and his mother, who taught Namik Tan and the Turkish Embassy for African-American students in a one-room HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY proudly telling this great story of racial integra- schoolhouse within the Citrus Park community, OF NEW YORK tion in Washington, DC’s history. This story in- Mr. Davis broke both racial and social barriers IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES volves an intriguing combination of jazz music, within his profession. a foreign embassy, and race relations in the In 1971, Mr. Davis was named assistant Thursday, February 14, 2013 Nation’s Capital in the 1930s and 1940s. principal at Gibbs High School and two years Mrs. CAROLYN B. MALONEY of New York. In 1934, Mehmet Munir Ertegun was named later he became principal at St. Petersburg Mr. Speaker, today I am proud to introduce Turkish Ambassador to the United States. He High School. In 1986, he overcame countless the Access to Birth Control (ABC) Act with my moved to Washington with his family, including obstacles to become Pinellas County’s first Af- colleagues DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ, JOHN his sons Ahmet and Nesuhi, who were then rican-American superintendent, a position he CONYERS, JR, GWEN MOORE, DAVID CICILLINE, 17 and 11 years old, respectively. Ahmet held for nine years. BARBARA LEE, CHELLIE PINGREE, JANICE HAHN, would eventually become the founder of Atlan- Mr. Davis was also an advocate for social SAM FARR, CHARLES RANGEL, JERROLD NAD- tic Records, while Nesuhi would run the Atlan- reform. In 1984, he established the Ebony LER, KEITH ELLISON, DIANA DEGETTE, JAMES tic Records jazz department, producing al- Scholars program, providing institutional and MORAN, RUSH HOLT, and SCOTT PETERS. Spe- bums for such legendary figures as John financial support to high-achieving African- cial thanks go to Senator FRANK LAUTENBERG Coltrane, Ray Charles, Bobby Darin, and Ro- American students. Not only did Mr. Davis for introducing the Senate version of the bill. berta Flack. participate in raising money for his organiza- This legislation ensures women’s timely ac- In those early years after moving to the Dis- tion, he also contributed a significant amount cess to basic, preventative health care and trict of Columbia, the Ertegun brothers be- of his own time and money. To date, the pro- ensures that women of age will not be denied came active in the local jazz scene and even- gram has allocated over $500,000 to students. birth control or emergency contraception by tually invited local performers to the Embassy By 1990, Mr. Davis had left an indelible their pharmacist. The ABC Act also requires for what would later be described by a 1943 mark by reforming the role of African-Ameri- pharmacies to help a woman obtain medica- Newspaper article as ‘‘Washington’s most fa- cans in political office. He founded multiple or- tion by her preferred method if the requested mous private jam sessions.’’ In a 1979 inter- ganizations, such as the African-American product is not in stock and protects women view with the Washington Post, Nesuhi de- Voters Registration and Education Committee, from being intimidated when requesting con- scribed the mindset behind these sessions, that advanced both the political and edu- traception. ‘‘You can’t imagine how segregated Wash- cational causes of African Americans. He Family planning is central to women’s basic ington was at that time. Blacks and whites formed a coalition of other activists, whose health care. Thanks to the Affordable Care Act couldn’t sit together in most places. So we put mission was to help minorities attain elected

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He was Kings County to educate young people about son’s disease in 2004, he never let his illness an active, vital member of his community and the dangers of drunk driving. deter him from doing that which he truly loved. it is therefore appropriate that we celebrate Jerry enthusiastically spread this safety He was admired by the Tampa Bay commu- and honor his life and committed service and message at Lemoore Navy Air Station for over nity, and those who knew him, revered him. extend our deepest condolences to his friends, 18 years. He led more than 550 safety pres- As I join with Mr. Davis’s family and friends family and community. entations for approximately 200,000 Navy per- in mourning the passing of an outstanding in- f sonnel. dividual, I know they are incredibly proud of In addition to his CHP service, Jerry has the contributions he has made to the Tampa HONORING SPENCER HARRISON been heavily involved in numerous community Bay area. The entire Pinellas County commu- GRANGER service commitments including Relay 4 Life, nity honors and remembers the 76 year life of the March of Dimes, and the Central California Vyrle Davis. Mr. Vyrle Davis molded the lives HON. SAM GRAVES ‘‘Battle of the Badges’’ Blood Drive. He has of generations of students through his dedica- OF MISSOURI coached several youth sports teams and tion to education and to the community as a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES taught at Kings Christian High School, College whole. His example will continue to live of the Sequoias, and West Hills College. Thursday, February 14, 2013 through those that worked with him and those Most recently Jerry assisted the co-founders who learned from him. I ask that you and all Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I in organizing the ‘‘Buckle Up for Itzy’’ Fest, an Americans recognize such a remarkable cit- proudly pause to recognize Spencer Harrison event to raise seat belt safety awareness. izen for his service to our community and our Granger. Spencer is a very special young man Jerry has mentored many local youths and State. who has exemplified the finest qualities of citi- has dedicated his life to improving the safety f zenship and leadership by taking an active of the people of Central California. He has part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 314, HONORING ROBERT ‘‘BOB’’ given his time and effort to numerous non- and earning the most prestigious award of ABRAMSON OS SONOMA COUNTY, profits and charities over the decades. Please Eagle Scout. CALIFORNIA join me in congratulating Mr. Price on his in- Spencer has been very active with his troop, valuable service to the Central Valley, as he HON. MIKE THOMPSON participating in many scout activities. Over the retires from the California Highway Patrol. many years Spencer has been involved with f OF CALIFORNIA scouting, he has not only earned 33 merit IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES badges, but also the respect of his family, HAPPY 108TH BIRTHDAY, MISS Thursday, February 14, 2013 peers, and community. Most notably, Spencer ROSE RUSH Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, has led his troop in various positions including I rise today along with my colleague Con- Patrol Leader, has earned the rank of Warrior HON. H. MORGAN GRIFFITH gressman JARED HUFFMAN to recognize and in the Tribe of Mic-O-Say and is a Brother- OF VIRGINIA honor the life and tremendous social contribu- hood Member in the Order of the Arrow. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Spencer has also contributed to his commu- tions of my late friend, Mr. Robert ‘‘Bob’’ Thursday, February 14, 2013 Abramson of Sonoma County, California. nity through his Eagle Scout project. Spencer Mr. Abramson was an exemplary and up- constructed nine disc golf tee boxes for a pub- Mr. GRIFFITH of Virginia. Mr. Speaker, I standing member of his community and a lic disc golf course at Fox Hill Elementary submit these remarks in honor of Miss Rose longtime resident of the Northern California re- School in Kansas City, Missouri. Rush of Clintwood, Virginia, who celebrated gion. After his extraordinary, storied career as Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in her 108th birthday on Thursday, February 7. a B–29 bomber pilot during WWII, flying as commending Spencer Harrison Granger for his Miss Rush was born in 1905 in the house many as 30 missions over the Pacific, he accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of her father built in Dickenson County, the very would be decommissioned from the military in America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- home she lives in today. She was valedic- 1945. ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. torian of her graduating class at Honaker High He would go on to graduate from University f School, and attended the University of Vir- of California, Berkeley with a Masters in Phi- ginia, Emory and Henry College, my alma losophy and Social Welfare. He then worked HONORING JERRY PRICE mater, and she also attended Vanderbilt Uni- as a parole officer in Oakland before taking a versity so she could receive her teaching li- job at the University of Southern California HON. DAVID G. VALADAO cense. through which he was stationed in Pakistan for OF CALIFORNIA Miss Rush taught various subjects in dif- a program funded by the U.S. Agency for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ferent school systems in Virginia until her re- tirement. She didn’t rest for long, though—the International Development. This led to larger Thursday, February 14, 2013 diplomatic posts with the United Nations and year after she ‘‘retired,’’ Miss Rush returned to the World Bank. Mr. VALADAO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the classroom as a substitute teacher. Mr. Abramson cared deeply for his commu- honor Officer Jerry Price, an important figure To this day, Miss Rush remains up to speed nity and the people in it. He was an open in Central Valley law enforcement, on the oc- on current events and politics. I have been book and loved talking to new people, always casion of his retirement. told Miss Rush is a huge fan of our political looking to learn new things and always going Jerry graduated from the California Highway system, and that she particularly enjoys voting into every conversation with an open mind. He Patrol Academy in 1983 and was assigned to on the new voting machines. was especially active with the World War II Pi- service in his hometown of Santa Ana. In She has never been seriously ill or hospital- lots Association, the Prostate Cancer Support 1986, he was transferred to Bakersfield where ized, nor has she been married or had chil- Group and the Democratic Clubs of Petaluma he patrolled the eastern part of the city and dren. Some in Clintwood even say that’s the and Santa Rosa. He was liked by all who began aggressively seeking DUI drivers. secret to her longevity! knew him in the community. In 1988 Jerry transferred to Hanford, where Miss Rush has been approached from time Mr. Abramson never lost his love for inter- he served for 24 years. Jerry was appointed to time for interviews or photos since she national public service. Despite retirement and the PAO/Court liaison in 1997 and held this turned 100. The Coalfield Progress notes that an extremely active role in his local commu- position until December of 2012. she has refused them all, ‘‘stating with a nity, he accepted special consulting contracts Jerry was a member of the county’s first sense of humbleness that she has done noth- in Maldives and Sri Lanka. He consistently gang task force established in 1998, where he ing to receive recognition.’’ represented the American people with grace served as an Intelligence Agent. Well, here’s to Miss Rose Rush, and to her and civility. Jerry has a passion for education and was family, friends, and students in Virginia whose His family however, always came first. Mr. instrumental in the establishment of many lives she changed. Happy 108th birthday, Miss Abramson is survived by his wife Barbara, his educational programs for local students. He is Rush.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:55 Feb 15, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A14FE8.014 E14FEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E150 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 14, 2013 CONGRATULATING PRESIDENT- brave men and women of our country ‘‘who Abuse (NIDA). The mission of this Institute is ELECT PARK GEUN-HYE ON HER answered the call to defend a country they to ‘‘lead the Nation in bringing the power of INAUGURATION AS THE FIRST never knew and a people they never met.’’ science to bear on drug abuse and addiction,’’ WOMAN PRESIDENT OF THE RE- The election of Park Geun-hye symbolizes the and many researchers have found it difficult to PUBLIC OF KOREA achievement of those democratic values for obtain marijuana for research into the potential which these veterans fought and died. therapeutic or medicinal effects of marijuana. HON. ENI F.H. FALEOMAVAEGA I am also certain that America’s almost two The States’ Medical Marijuana Patient Pro- OF AMERICAN SAMOA million strong Korean-American community tection Act would provide for the rescheduling IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES who have contributed so much to their adopt- of marijuana under the Controlled Substance Thursday, February 14, 2013 ed country are justifiably proud of the demo- Act to a listing other than Schedule I or II, cratic and economic miracle of their ancestral which would mean the federal government Mr. FALEOMAVAEGA. Mr. Speaker, Presi- homeland. The alliance between their old and recognizes an accepted medical use. It would dent-elect Park Geun-hye will be inaugurated new countries, strengthened by the recent also ensure that neither the Controlled Sub- as the eleventh President of the Republic of adoption of the U.S.-Korea Free Trade Agree- stances Act nor the Federal Food, Drug and Korea on Monday, February 25, 2013. Madam ment, will only be further invigorated under Cosmetic Act would restrict individuals, doc- Park will then become the first freely elected Madam Park’s presidency. tors or businesses from consuming, recom- woman leader among the nations of Northeast For historical purposes, I submit this state- mending, producing, distributing or otherwise Asia and the first woman President of the Re- ment to be made part of the CONGRESSIONAL operating in marijuana in compliance with public of Korea RECORD in tribute to the service, often at great state or local laws. Finally, it would require Madam Park has shattered the glass ceiling personal sacrifice, that President-elect Park that access to marijuana for research into its for Korean women by attaining the highest Geun-hye has rendered for and on behalf of potential medicinal and therapeutic uses be elected office in the land, achieving this re- the people of the Republic of Korea. I join my markable feat before the United States has overseen by an entity in the government not colleagues in looking forward to welcoming elected a woman to lead our Nation. focused on researching the addictive prop- In the traditional Land of the Morning Calm Madam Park when she makes her first official erties of substances. where the slogan ‘‘men first, women behind’’ visit to Washington, DC later this year. Nineteen jurisdictions have passed laws rec- was the watchword only a generation ago, f ognizing the importance of providing access to medical marijuana for the hundreds of thou- Park Geun-hye’s election is historic. President- INTRODUCTION OF THE STATES’ elect Park will serve as a role model for sands of patients who rely on it. It is time for MEDICAL MARIJUANA PATIENT the federal government to respect these deci- women—young and old—not only in Asia but PROTECTION ACT around the world as they seek to achieve their sions, and stop inhibiting safe access. full potential unfettered by the gender limita- HON. EARL BLUMENAUER f tions of the past. HONORING JACE C. PINE Madam Park also raises the possibility of a OF OREGON new beginning in the complex and often hos- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tile relationship that has evolved between the Thursday, February 14, 2013 HON. SAM GRAVES two Koreas since the tragic division of the Ko- OF MISSOURI Mr. BLUMENAUER. Mr. Speaker, today, rean peninsula at the end of the Second IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES along with a bipartisan group of cosponsors, I World War. A daughter of a mother slain by a am introducing the States’ Medical Marijuana Thursday, February 14, 2013 North Korean agent in 1974, Madam Park Patient Protection Act, legislation that will chose to put this painful family tragedy aside Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I and travel to North Korea in 2002 and meet allow medical marijuana patients and busi- proudly pause to recognize Jace C. Pine. Jace the very man, Kim Jong-il, who was likely re- nesses—who are complying with state law— is a very special young man who has exempli- sponsible for the murder of her mother. She the ability to access and distribute marijuana fied the finest qualities of citizenship and lead- did this for the good of her country, for those free from federal interference. ership by taking an active part in the Boy numerous divided Korean families who have Eighteen states and the District of Columbia Scouts of America, Troop 351, and earning not seen nor heard from their loved ones in have passed laws allowing for the use of med- the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout. sixty years, and for a people with a common ical marijuana for people suffering from condi- Jace has been very active with his troop, culture and heritage suddenly torn asunder by tions such as cancer and severe nausea. As participating in many scout activities. Over the Cold War politics. a result there are now hundreds of thousands many years Jace has been involved with The Korean people have an old saying that of medical marijuana patients nationwide. De- scouting, he has not only earned numerous ‘‘when whales fight, shrimp get broken’’ recog- spite these laws, at the federal level marijuana merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- nizing the victimization of a small but proud is currently listed as a Schedule I substance ily, peers, and community. Most notably, Jace nation surrounded by colossal and often hos- under the Controlled Substances Act, meaning has contributed to his community through his tile neighbors. The healing process after sixty that it is considered a substance with a ‘‘high Eagle Scout project. years of this externally imposed division sym- potential for abuse,’’ with ‘‘no currently accept- Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in bolized by the stark frontier of the DMZ will ed medical use in treatment in the United commending Jace C. Pine for his accomplish- not be easy. But, as was once said in ref- States.’’ This means that the 19 jurisdictions ments with the Boy Scouts of America and for erence to the unfreezing of Sino-American re- that permit medical marijuana are operating in his efforts put forth in achieving the highest lations, that ‘‘only Nixon could go to China,’’ a patchwork of inconsistent local and federal distinction of Eagle Scout. so it may one day be said that ‘‘only Park laws. f Geun-hye, the daughter of an anti-communist These inconsistencies create significant general and a martyred mother, could rec- challenges for both patients and the busi- HONORING WILLIAM ASHFORD oncile the two Koreas.’’ nesses working to provide access to medical This coming summer, on July 27th, we will marijuana. Because of federal tax and banking HON. ROBERT B. ADERHOLT commemorate the sixtieth anniversary of the laws, marijuana businesses—despite oper- OF ALABAMA signing of an Armistice which silenced the ating in compliance with state or local law— IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES guns but brought no permanent peace on the are not allowed to deduct their legitimate busi- Thursday, February 14, 2013 Korean peninsula. Our aging Korean War era ness expenses and are often unable to make veterans, who include four Members of the deposits or maintain bank accounts. Simulta- Mr. ADERHOLT. Mr. Speaker, it is my privi- U.S. House of Representatives including the neously, the federal government has contin- lege to honor Mr. William Ashford, who is in- Honorable CHARLES RANGEL, the Honorable ued to enforce federal law, and many medical terning in my office with the Uni-Capitol Wash- JOHN CONYERS JR., the Honorable HOWARD marijuana facilities across the country have ington Program. The Uni-Capitol Washington COBLE, and the Honorable SAM JOHNSON, been raided by the Drug Enforcement Admin- Program (UCWIP) has paired some of the often speak of our steadfast friendship with istration or otherwise targeted by the Depart- brightest Australian students with various con- the people of South Korea as being one which ment of Justice. gressional offices for more than a decade and was forged in the crucible of war. The federal government maintains a monop- I am happy to be a host again this year. The Korean War Memorial, located not far oly on access to marijuana for research, cur- Will comes from the University of from this House, serves to remind us all of the rently run by the National Institute on Drug Wollongong and is studying engineering and

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His Australian is of key importance to stress that he did not ican people, that passivity and a surrender to accent has garnered the attention of many of suffer from an illusion that Mao’s dictatorship events can bring only disaster, that refusing to my constituents on tours and over the phone. was reforming itself or that our mutual hostility recognize that the world is often a dangerous Will’s commitment, hard work, and presence was primarily the fault of the United States. Or and unforgiving place is to live in illusion, that have been an asset to the office and he will that a handshake could somehow transform foolishly acting as though our resources were be sorely missed by all. conflicting goals into a broad partnership. unlimited with no need to prioritize our goals The program has been in force for 13 years Instead, it was based on a clear-eyed un- is a certain road to defeat. thanks to the vision of Eric Federing, its direc- derstanding of how the world actually works So it gives me pride to recognize President tor and founder. The students who are se- and that a rigid adherence to ideology can Richard Nixon during the centennial of his lected come from a variety of academic dis- blind one to inconvenient facts and potential birth. We owe him our respect for what he ac- ciplines, but all have a common interest: pro- options. Only someone deeply confident in his complished on behalf of the security of the moting the U.S.-Australia relationship. These beliefs could have done so. But he did not United States in a turbulent world. take unnecessary risks, he did not leap into student placements are enhanced by the for- f mation of genuine friendships and the ex- the dark, hoping for the best. Instead, he took change of views and ideas between the Aus- deliberate steps on a well-thought-out path to HONORING JOHN BRENKLE tralian interns and their respective offices. We specific goals. are grateful for these friendships and it is our Even then, his eyes were not focused on HON. MIKE THOMPSON China, but on a much larger purpose, namely hope that they strengthen the diplomatic ties OF CALIFORNIA reordering the international system to give the of our great countries. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I would like to thank Eric Federing for the U.S. new options that it otherwise would not opportunity to host Will over the past several have had, including an ability to exploit divi- Thursday, February 14, 2013 weeks. To date, over 130 interns have come sions among opponents that rendered each Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, through his program representing 8 different eager for improved relations with the U.S. I rise today to recognize Monsignor John universities over the program’s lifetime. It en- What a contrast to today’s world, where the Brenkle on the occasion of receiving the Jef- hances opportunities for the individuals who U.S. often goes hat in hand to professed en- ferson Award for his work in the Napa Valley come and enlighten those who they come to. emies in the illusion that they can be bribed to community. After the internship, many receive jobs on abandon their fundamental goals, that unilat- The Jefferson Award is a national award Capitol Hill in Washington, D.C. or go to work eral concessions will generate good will, or given to those serving the community at a na- that they can somehow be convinced to be- with Federal or various State Parliaments in tional and local level, which Monsignor come good international citizens through pleas Australia. Other interns have gone on to work Brenkle has done for the past three decades. or lectures. in the Australian Embassy or The World Bank. Nixon knew that peaceful outreach and ne- He is known throughout the Napa Valley as a Simply put, this program selects incredibly tal- gotiations were possible only when the other mercenary who goes above and beyond to en- ented individuals that are a pleasure to host side had no doubts of your toughness. Some- sure the well-being of those in the community. and work with. It was an honor to have Will in times a smile is helpful, but often a stick is Monsignor Brenkle attended St. Patrick’s our office and I wish him the very best in the more convincing. No one ever doubted that Seminary in Menlo Park, California, and was future. Will, thank you again for your hard Richard Nixon understood the difference. ordained on June 14, 1958 through the Arch- work and dedication. His no-nonsense view of the world can be diocese of San Francisco. He received his f seen in the aftermath of the murder of Israeli Doctorate in Canon Law from The Catholic Olympians in Munich by PLO terrorists on University of America in 1962. He served as HONORING THE CENTENNIAL OF Chancellor of the Diocese in Santa Rosa until PRESIDENT NIXON’S BIRTH September 27th, 1972 when he warned that if we want safety, we must not seek ‘‘accom- 1971, followed by two years of teaching in modations with savagery, but rather act to Zambia. HON. EDWARD R. ROYCE eliminate it.’’ Monsignor Brenkle has worked tirelessly to OF CALIFORNIA That was written twenty-nine years before help low-income families and farm workers. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the devastating 9/11 terror attacks, but it re- He played a pivotal role in creating housing for Thursday, February 14, 2013 mains a crucial guide to action today. migrant farm workers, and assisted in the de- Mr. ROYCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recog- As Chairman of the House Foreign Affairs cision to build low income housing sites in the nize the legacy of President Richard Nixon in Committee, I deal on a daily basis with the valley. He serves on numerous local boards, this centennial year of his birth. many problems the U.S. faces around the including Catholic Charities, the Board of Di- President Nixon took the oath of office at a world. Some would be familiar to President rectors of Justin-Siena High School, Catholic time of domestic upheaval and far-reaching Nixon; many are quite different. But the deep Community Foundation, California Human De- social, economic, and political change. I doubt understanding, the commitment to basic prin- velopment Corporation, and the St. Helena there was ever a day when he did not wake ciples, the pragmatic flexibility that character- Mayor’s Multi-cultural Committee. to an agenda of pressing challenges and dif- ized his approach are as essential today as It is because of all his hard work that he ficult decisions. they were then. was recognized to receive this outstanding But his true legacy lies in foreign policy. I met him once when he spoke before the award. Mr. Speaker and colleagues, it is my Few Presidents have entered the White House Republican Conference in March, distinct pleasure to congratulate Monsignor House with a deeper understanding of inter- 1993, shortly after I first entered Congress. John Brenkle on this joyous occasion. national affairs, and we are very fortunate that The subject was Russia in the aftermath of the f he did. For when he first walked into the Oval collapse of the Soviet empire, but even after Office, he inherited a world in which the U.S. many years out of office, and only a year be- COME AND TAKE IT was faced with enormous difficulties and prob- fore his death, his understanding of the range lems that seemed to have no solution, from of issues and problems facing that country HON. TED POE our grinding engagement in Vietnam to an in- and ours impressed everyone in the room. He OF TEXAS creasingly emboldened Soviet Union. was masterful to the end. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES He understood from the first that the old Afterward, the President mentioned his old Thursday, February 14, 2013 ways of doing things simply would not work in House seat to me, and he asked me to join a new and dangerous world and repeatedly him for a meeting with members of the Sen- Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, it was fall astonished his admirers and opponents alike ate, organized by Senator Patrick Moynihan. of 1835. Mexican President Santa Anna had with a surprisingly flexible and sophisticated, There he spoke of the future challenges and dissolved the Constitution and made himself albeit tough-minded, approach. opportunities with respect to China, Eurasia, dictator. Tensions began to flare between his That was most famously demonstrated by Africa, and Latin America. As usual, he spoke oppressive government and the liberty minded his stunning reaching out to China. without using notes. desires of Texians and Tejanos. To suppress

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America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- colonists by the Mexican government in 1831 But here we go again. Today some in gov- ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. to defend themselves from hostile Apaches ernment once again fear the freedom of its f and Comanches. Mexican Corporal Casimiro citizens and are now calls to round up all the CONGRATULATING MICHAEL De Leo´n and a few soldiers were sent to re- guns. Ironically, each day in the U.S. Capitol HIGGINS ON HIS RETIREMENT claim the cannon. That task was easier said there are guards with guns by the doors—to than done. the north, to the south, to the east, to the The feisty Texians said they were keeping west—on the roof, on all of the entrances, and HON. ADAM SMITH the gun and took the soldiers prisoner. The la- by the steps. Many elitist politicians and life- OF WASHINGTON dies of settlement even made a flag bearing long bureaucrats expect protections for them- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the words ‘‘Come and Take It!’’ to be flown selves while advocating for more restrictions Thursday, February 14, 2013 over the cannon. The cannon had been buried on guns for the people of America—hypocrisy Mr. SMITH of Washington. Mr. Speaker, I in a peach orchard near the Colorado River at its highest. Most citizens don’t have govern- rise to honor Michael Higgins, a professional for safety, but was retrieved shortly after and ment guards protecting them 24/7. Many peo- staff member for the House Armed Services readied for battle and mounted on cart wheels. ple feel defenseless. In fact, one of the pro- Committee, on his retirement after over 40 The Mexican government responded by send- posals for more gun laws mirrors the stringent years of public service. ing Lieutenant Francisco de Castaneda of the DC. gun laws. If the DC gun laws worked, DC Mike’s dedication to the personnel and fami- Mexican Army and 150 troops to put an end would not be such a violent city. If DC gun lies of the U.S. Armed Services began in to the dispute. They were met by a militia of laws worked, why are there so many armed 1970, when he joined the U.S. Air Force as a frontier Texians and Indian fighters who simply guards at the Capitol? career personnel officer. His assignments in said, ‘‘There it is—come and take it.’’ After a The elites want more government power the Air Force included the Military Personnel few shots were fired by both sides the Mexi- and control while taking away liberty from the Center, the Office of the Secretary of the Air can army left the engagement. The Battle of rest of us. They want to punish the guns, not Force, and a variety of unit personnel posi- Gonzales went on to be known as the ‘‘Lex- the people who commit crimes with guns. tions. After retiring as a lieutenant colonel in ington of Texas’’. It was Act I of the Texas They want to keep their special government 1990, Mike joined the staff of the Committee War of Independence. It was similar to Lex- protection while redlining the Second Amend- on Armed Services, Subcommittee on Military ington because sixty years earlier the British ment for the people. They say, ‘‘Protection for Personnel, where he served for most of his 23 had tried to seize the weapons of the colonists me but not for thee’’. Not much has changed years on Capitol Hill. His work has affected at Lexington and Concord. The Texas War, since the days of the Santa Anna. Oppressive the lives of millions of active, reservist, retired, like the American War of Independence, governments will always seek to limit the free- and civilian Department of Defense men and began because oppressive government tried dom of their citizens. Mexico eventually lost women and their families. His expertise on all and failed to disarm the people. The citizens Texas and Great Britain eventually lost Amer- policy and fiscal matters related to the of Texas would not surrender their arms to ap- ica. Both wars started because those in sustainment of the morale, welfare, and recre- pease the overbearing Mexican regime. His- charge wanted to take guns away from the ation programs of the military services, includ- tory has an odd way of repeating itself. citizens. Those who seek to take guns away ing the commissary system and military ex- Flash forward 200 years. One night I was at from Texans should open a history book. changes, helped ensure a high quality of life a town hall meeting in Spring when a local Those early Texans defied Santa Anna, hoist- for all who have served in the military. preacher came up to me to share his con- ed the flag ‘‘Come and Take It’’, and the rest Mike’s tireless efforts to protect and en- cerns about where our country was headed. It they say is Texas history. hance the quality of life for service members is always refreshing for me to hear from nor- And that’s just the way it is. resulted in many notable achievements. His mal people in Southeast Texas after spending f early advocacy and shaping of statutes that all week long in the land of the bureaucrats. required the military services to consider and I will always remember this particular neighbor HONORING JACKSON ANTHONY address individual service members’ deploy- because of his strong opinions and his shirt. It CARRIZZO ment time helped lead the Services to recog- had a photograph of the Bible and two .45 nize that frequent back-to-back deployments, Colt revolvers with the words ‘‘I love my Bible’’ HON. SAM GRAVES combined with extensive training even when and ‘‘I love my guns’’. Naturally, they were in OF MISSOURI not deployed, were a detriment to readiness. the right order. God then guns. Leave it to a IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES His recognition of the special challenges and Texas preacher to keep it all in perspective. needs of service members also led to the Thursday, February 14, 2013 You wouldn’t see that shirt up in Washington, drafting of the critical skills retention bonus— DC. Some elites outside of our Great State Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I a very flexible tool that allowed military leaders fear ‘‘us southerners’’ and our colt 45s, and proudly pause to recognize Jackson Anthony to target bonuses and bonus amounts at re- ridicule those who cling to their guns and reli- Carrizzo. Jax is a very special young man who taining people with crucial military skills, such gion. In Texas we have a rich tradition of has exemplified the finest qualities of citizen- as senior special operations non-commis- proudly celebrating the right to bear arms. The ship and leadership by taking an active part in sioned officers and intelligence analysts. elites seem to forget that not only do we cling the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 314, and Mike also helped transform the environment to guns and religion, we cling to the Constitu- earning the most prestigious award of Eagle supporting our service members. His oversight tion that protects these rights. Many Texans Scout. of the initial implementation of the Military believe the call for gun control is really a call Jax has been very active with his troop, par- Child Care Act of 1989 resulted in the world- for more government control. ticipating in many scout activities. Over the class military child care system that exists Texans aren’t the only ones who have his- many years Jax has been involved with scout- today. He helped make subsistence and hous- torically defended this right. During the birth of ing, he has not only earned 33 merit badges, ing payments more consistent with the real- our nation, the Founding Fathers were very but also the respect of his family, peers, and world conditions faced by service members concerned—almost paranoid—that a strong community. Most notably, Jax has led his and their families, and eased compensation Federal Government would trample on the troop in various positions including Patrol penalties for military widows and disabled re- rights of the people. Their concerns were war- Leader, has earned the rank of Foxman in the tirees. More importantly, Mike established him- ranted because that is exactly what happened Tribe of Mic-O-Say and is a Brotherhood self as an honest broker and listener to all to the colonists, and that’s what governments Member in the Order of the Arrow. Jax has parties, including advocacy groups, particularly historically do—trample on individual liberty. also contributed to his community through his in managing the committee’s response to the So after the ratification of the Constitution, the Eagle Scout project. Jax redesigned, cleared ‘‘Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell’’ policy from its inception Framers purposely included a list of inalien- and constructed a 70 foot stretch of walking until its repeal in 2011. able rights that are endowed by our Creator, trail in the Parkville Nature Sanctuary in Park- Mr. Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I not from government. One of them being the ville, Missouri, connecting a new bridge to the recognize Michael Higgins. Mike personifies

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OF NEW JERSEY those who serve through his annual ‘‘Scholar- Dr. Stulen joined Sandia National Labora- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ship for Heroes’’ tour. This concert raises tories in 1976, and during his tenure at Sandia awareness and funds for Lipscomb Univer- Dr. Stulen has played a critical role in the evo- Thursday, February 14, 2013 sity’s Yellow Ribbon Enhancement Program, lution of the research landscape in the Bay Mr. SMITH of New Jersey. Mr. Speaker, the through which the university offers a tuition- Area. In the early 1990s, Dr. Stulen helped ini- House passage of H.R. 592 by the large mar- free college education to post-9/11 veterans. tiate one of Sandia’s first cooperative-re- gin of 354–72 is a substantial statement of His support has helped the school grow its search-and-development agreements support for the houses of worship that have veteran student attendance from 10 to 182 in (CRADAs) under the Department of Energy’s done so much for those suffering in the wake just over three years. Technology Transfer Initiative. This CRADA of natural disasters like Superstorm Sandy. It Today, I join the citizens of my district in led to the formation of the Extreme Ultraviolet is also a strong affirmation of the constitu- honoring Charlie Daniels for his tireless com- Lithography (EUVL) Program and an industry- tionality of the bill. mitment to honoring those who serve and funded $300 million, three-lab CRADA with f working to ensure that though freedom isn’t Lawrence Livermore and Lawrence Berkeley free, an education for our veterans should be. national laboratories. This consortium agree- RECOGNIZING WEGMANS FOOD ment between the three Bay Area national lab- f MARKETS, INC. oratories helped spur further innovation and HONORING TYLER KURT WHEELER growth in these research fields within our re- HON. TOM REED gion. Before serving in his current role, Dr. Stulen OF NEW YORK HON. SAM GRAVES served as Sandia National Laboratories’ chief IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF MISSOURI technology officer, as well as chief scientist for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Thursday, February 14, 2013 Sandia’s Nuclear Weapons Program. Dr. Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to rec- Thursday, February 14, 2013 Stulen’s extensive contributions to science ognize the accomplishments and long-stand- Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I were honored with Lockheed Martin’s pres- ing success of Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. proudly pause to recognize Tyler Kurt Wheel- tigious NOVA award for Technical Excellence Recently, Wegmans was named 5th in For- er. Tyler is a very special young man who has in 1999. tune Magazine’s ‘‘100 Best Companies to exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship Mr. Speaker, Dr. Stulen has provided out- Work For’’ in 2012. and leadership by taking an active part in the standing leadership in a variety of research Since opening their first store in 1916 in Boy Scouts of America, Troop 314, and earn- fields that are incredibly important to our na- Rochester, New York, Wegmans has experi- ing the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout. tional security. I am honored to recognize his enced sustained growth for nearly a century, Tyler has been very active with his troop, decades of leadership in service to Sandia with a total of 81 store locations and a work- participating in many scout activities. Over the National Laboratories, the research landscape force of over 43,000 Americans. Even during many years Tyler has been involved with of the San Francisco Bay Area, and to the na- trying economic times, Wegmans continued to scouting, he has not only earned 32 merit tion at-large. I wish him the best of luck as he grow and has plans to open additional stores, badges, but also the respect of his family, begins this new chapter of his life. which will add more than 1,500 new jobs to peers, and community. Most notably, Tyler f the economy in the near future. has led his troop in various positions including RECOGNIZING THE BUSINESS AL- Wegmans exemplifies the American dream Senior Patrol Leader and is a Brotherhood LIANCE FOR COMMUNITY of entrepreneurship, and the core reason for Member of the Order of the Arrow. Tyler has HEALTH (BACH) the sustained success of this company is their also contributed to his community through his workforce. By providing employees with a Eagle Scout Project. Tyler designed and led HON. JOE COURTNEY positive work environment with opportunities to the construction of a walking bridge over a OF CONNECTICUT learn and contribute to the organization, creek in the Parkville Nature Sanctuary in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Wegmans is able to share in the success and Parkville, Missouri. growth of their employees. Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in Thursday, February 14, 2013 This recognition from Fortune Magazine is commending Tyler Kurt Wheeler for his ac- Mr. COURTNEY. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- just one of many accolades received by complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- ognize the Business Alliance for Community Wegmans throughout their long history and I ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the Health (BACH), a membership organization of trust there are many more to come. I hope highest distinction of Eagle Scout. the Eastern Connecticut Health Network new business owners and entrepreneurs will f (ECHN) which is located in my district. look to the business practices of Wegmans as Through its initiatives and extensive corporate an example. Additionally, I would like to thank IN RECOGNITION OF DR. RICHARD partnerships, BACH supports health programs Wegmans for not only their services to con- H. STULEN in eastern Connecticut that benefit individuals sumers, but also for their contributions to the and families and businesses as well as lower economy and communities in my district. HON. ERIC SWALWELL the costs of health care delivery. f OF CALIFORNIA Since inception, BACH has helped busi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nesses in my district promote health-related HONORING CHARLIE DANIELS education, including health and wellness and Thursday, February 14, 2013 workplace safety. The Alliance has also HON. JIM COOPER Mr. SWALWELL of California. Mr. Speaker, served as an educational resource to the com- OF TENNESSEE I rise to honor Dr. Richard H. Stulen, vice munity on health care changes in the pipeline IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES president of Sandia National Laboratories’ from the Affordable Care Act. BACH’s efforts California laboratory and the Energy, Climate, have also focused on increased awareness of Thursday, February 14, 2013 and Infrastructure Security Mission based in the services and programs of ECHN and its Mr. COOPER. Mr. Speaker I rise today to Livermore, California. Dr. Stulen, who recently affiliated physicians, which have and continue pay tribute to Charlie Daniels, a Tennessean retired after 36 years of service, spent his ca- to provide high quality, cost-effective care. Of who, through his dedication to supporting our reer helping to make critical advances in areas additional note, BACH has helped promote military, has touched the lives of countless of scientific research crucial to our nation’s in- local business networking, which has sup- servicemembers, veterans and their families. terest and security. Under Dr. Stulen’s leader- ported a ‘‘buy local’’ campaign. As an American entertainer, he needs no in- ship, Sandia National Laboratory in Livermore Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize troduction. As an advocate for our military, he has been tasked with conducting research BACH’s continued contributions to eastern

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Our nation continues to face nook helicopter he was in, lost power and WPNI has three primary objectives: (1) to challenges in lowering health care costs and crashed while conducting operations in sup- facilitate learning of the U.S. political system organizations like BACH are providing leader- port of Operation Enduring Freedom in south- and policy issues and its policy issues; (2) to ship to meet these challenges. eastern Afghanistan. develop and understanding of the interrelation- f Travis, a proud Iowan, was born on Sep- ship of public issues and structures of govern- tember 1, 1980 in Waterloo, and grew up in ment; and (3) to encourage individual initiative PERSONAL EXPLANATION Cedar Falls, graduating from Cedar Falls High and provide for experiences and research. Dr. School in 1999. He joined the Army in 2003 Lefton and Dr. Richard Robyn the program’s HON. GLORIA NEGRETE McLEOD and went on to earn various medals and deco- director have worked extremely hard to ensure OF CALIFORNIA rations, including the Army Commendation that these objectives are met. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Medal, Army Good Conduct Medal and Na- WPNI is a full 15-week academic program tional Defense Service Medal. offered each spring semester by Kent State Thursday, February 14, 2013 Travis’ memory lives on through his family, University since its creation in 1973, WPNI Mrs. NEGRETE MCLEOD. Mr. Speaker, on who every year collects food and household has sent more than 600 selected juniors and rollcall No. 38, had I been present, I would items from residents of Northeastern Iowa seniors from various backgrounds and aca- have voted ‘‘no.’’ which are donated to Iowa veterans. Travis demic disciplines to Washington, DC to live, f has also been honored with a memorial mark- work, and study. Throughout the course of the er at Cedar Falls High School which was do- program, students are required to participate RECOGNIZING THE 45TH ANNIVER- nated by Flags for Freedom Outreach. in the academic curriculum and maintain an SARY OF THE BOB BONDURANT As we come upon the 6th year of Travis’ internship position in government, a company, SCHOOL OF HIGH PERFORMANCE passing, we are reminded of the sacrifice our or an organization of their choice. The aca- DRIVING young American men and women make in demic and professional benefits this program service to their country. His family’s efforts brings to its students are extraordinary. At the HON. MATT SALMON and the generosity of Northeastern Iowans en- same time government agencies, companies, OF ARIZONA sure that Travis is ‘never forgotten.’ and organizations benefit enormously. I know IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f this first-hand because I have had the good Thursday, February 14, 2013 HONORING JACOB B. HODSON fortune of having several students intern in my Washington office over the years. Mr. SALMON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to I commend Dr. Lefton, Dr. Robyn and those congratulate the Bob Bondurant School of HON. SAM GRAVES at Kent State involved in the continuation of High Performance Driving in Phoenix, Arizona OF MISSOURI this meaningful program. I also congratulate on their forty-fifth anniversary. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the students who have in the past 40 years After racing since a teenager, Bob Thursday, February 14, 2013 taken part in this wonderful experience. I am Bondurant was in a tragic accident during a Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Mr. Speaker, I certain that with continued support the Wash- race flipping his car eight times, injuring his proudly pause to recognize Jacob B. Hodson. ington Program in National Issues will cele- ribs, legs, feet, and back. Determined to help Jacob is a very special young man who has brate many more anniversaries to come. drivers of all levels avoid accidents like his exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship f own, Mr. Bondurant took his passion of racing and leadership by taking an active part in the and turned it into an opportunity to advise and HONORING THE LIFE OF THE BE- Boy Scouts of America, Troop 351, and earn- instruct others. On February, 13, 1968, he LOVED VISIONARY AND ADVO- ing the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout. opened the Bondurant Driving School with CATE SUZANNE ROSENTHAL Jacob has been very active with his troop, three cars and three students. From this small participating in many scout activities. Over the start, the Bondurant School grew and in 1990 many years Jacob has been involved with HON. ANDER CRENSHAW opened their purpose-built driver training facil- scouting, he has not only earned numerous OF FLORIDA ity in Phoenix, Arizona—the Firebird Raceway. merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The world-famous Bondurant School estab- ily, peers, and community. Most notably, Thursday, February 14, 2013 lished a name for themselves by sticking to Jacob has contributed to his community their core principle and driving motivation to Mr. CRENSHAW. Mr. Speaker, I rise today through his Eagle Scout project. to celebrate the life of the beloved visionary offer professional and everyday drivers with Mr. Speaker, I proudly ask you to join me in and advocate, Suzanne Rosenthal who the best track-intensive training in the world. commending Jacob B. Hodson for his accom- passed away on Sunday, February 10, 2013. Throughout their forty-five years in operation, plishments with the Boy Scouts of America Suzanne was a fearless, determined and cou- the Bondurant School has trained more than and for his efforts put forth in achieving the rageous woman who turned her diagnosis of four-hundred thousand people to become safe highest distinction of Eagle Scout. and effective drivers both on and off the race- Crohn’s disease in 1955 into a legacy that has track. f gone on to help hundreds of thousands of This milestone is a shining reminder of how KENT STATE UNIVERSITY’S WASH- people over the years. She dedicated her life core principles, hard-work, close friends, and a INGTON PROGRAM IN NATIONAL to spreading awareness about Crohn’s dis- passion for your work produce lasting results. ISSUES CELEBRATES ITS 40TH ease and ulcerative colitis, supporting and Today, I am pleased to call on my colleagues ANNIVERSARY educating patients and funding research to to join me in congratulating the Bondurant rac- find cures. In 1967, along with her husband, ing family on their impressive accomplishment HON. TIM RYAN Irwin M. Rosenthal, William D. and Shelby and core ethos of driver safety. OF OHIO Modell, and Henry D. Janowitz, MD, she f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES founded the National Foundation of Ileitis and Colitis, now known as the Crohn’s & Colitis HONORING U.S. ARMY SPC. TRAVIS Thursday, February 14, 2013 Foundation of America (CCFA). RYAN VAUGHN FOR HIS SERVICE Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today Suzanne held many key volunteer positions AND SACRIFICE in recognition of Kent State University’s Wash- at CCFA. She was a former president of the ington Program in National Issues, known as Greater New York Chapter and served as Na- HON. BRUCE L. BRALEY WPNI. On April 23, 2013 WPNI will celebrate tional Chairperson of the Board from 1987 to OF IOWA its 40th Anniversary. This anniversary marks 1991. She served as Chairperson Emeritus of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES not only WPNI’s 40th year in Washington, DC, CCFA’s Government Affairs Task Force and but also symbolizes the impressive achieve- champion in all advocacy efforts of the Foun- Thursday, February 14, 2013 ments of faculty, staff, alumni, and students dation. Suzanne received CCFA’s distin- Mr. BRALEY of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, today, I who are and have been dedicated to the suc- guished Public Policy Pioneer Award for her am here to honor and celebrate the life of a cess of WPNI. Dr. Lester Lefton President of tireless advocacy efforts on behalf of IBD pa- brave American patriot, United States Army Kent State University has been a very strong tients everywhere. The award was presented Specialist Travis Ryan Vaughn. Travis left us supporter of the program and has contributed at CCFA’s First National IBD Advocacy Con- on February 18, 2007, when the CH–47 Chi- significantly to its continued success. ference, held in Washington, D.C. in June

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Led by Schuler Hain, who the wil- OF TEXAS President of the Digestive Disease National derness of Pinnacles is now named for, they Coalition (DDNC). The DDNC comprises more would hike into the park to explore the Talus IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES than 32 patient groups and professional soci- Caves or picnic in the open meadows. Real- eties, representing the research and izing that this was a special place worthy of Thursday, February 14, 2013 healthcare legislative interests of people who protection for generations to enjoy, Schuler Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to suffer from digestive disorders. In addition, Hain gathered the community and preserva- recognize the dedication of the State of Texas’ she was an active leader in many digestive tion efforts were launched. Then, in 1908 Historical Commission with the placement of disease-related health forums and committees, President Theodore Roosevelt established an Official Texas Historical Marker on behalf holding the following positions: member of the Pinnacles National Monument. A century later, of the African American Community of Advisory Council, National Institute of Diabe- understanding the economic potential of a Na- Quakertown. tes & Digestive & Kidney Diseases, National tional Park designation, surrounding counties Institutes of Health; chair of the Workgroup on again turned to Pinnacles as a means to sup- In the early 1880s, Quakertown emerged as Education of Public and Patients and Sup- port their communities. a thriving African American community in the porting Resources of the National Commission I would like to thank Representative JEFF heart of Denton, TX. Quakertown flourished on Digestive Diseases; and member of the DENHAM, who co-sponsored the bill, Senator through 1920, its growth due in part to its lo- Advisory Committee and Executive Committee BARBARA BOXER for championing the bill in the cation near the city square and the opportuni- of the National Digestive Disease Information Senate and President Obama in making Pin- ties it provided for African Americans. The Clearinghouse. nacles a national park thus achieving the community was bounded by Withers Street on Under Suzanne’s direction, CCFA and dream of Schuler Hain and President Theo- the north, Oakland Avenue on the west, Bell DDNC have been consistent and effective dore Roosevelt. Avenue on the east, and by Cottonwood and voices for digestive disease research within I can’t help but think of the pride my father, Pecan Creeks on the South. Although many the National Institutes of Health, including who as a state Senator protected so many residents worked for businesses on the nearby funding for the National Institute of Diabetes special places here in California, would have city square, at the College of Industrial Arts and Digestive and Kidney Diseases, and other felt if he were alive to see the creation of the (now Texas Woman’s University), and as serv- related institutes and agencies within the Pub- ninth national park here in his home state. I ants for white households, Quakertown pros- lic Health Service. She is recognized by the also think of my friend and my first campaign pered as a self-supporting community. Several research community, CCFA and the DDNC as chair, Ansel Adams, whose iconic photographs churches, a physician’s office, lodges, res- a loyal ally and a valuable resource in creating captured the unbelievable beauty of this coun- taurants, and small businesses joined homes public awareness of digestive diseases, as try, inspiring a whole new generation of Ameri- to line the streets of the community. The well as a strong partner in the effort to de- cans to experience our other great parks. Fi- velop new treatments and improve medical neighborhood school, the Fred Douglass nally, I think of the Ansel Adams of this gen- School, burned in Sep. 1913 and was rebuilt understanding of these conditions. eration, Director Ken Burns, a supporter of along Wye Street in Southeast Denton in Most recently, with Suzanne’s guidance, I elevating Pinnacles to a national park, whose 1916, foreshadowing events to come. worked along with CCFA to establish the Con- documentary series National Parks: America’s gressional Crohn’s and Colitis Caucus. In Best Idea captured the story of our country’s By 1920, the proximity of Quakertown to the memory of Suzanne’s contributions, CCFA efforts to set aside land for protection. growing College of Industrial Arts and the and DDNC will continue to work together to He and his business partner, Dayton Dun- civic-minded interests of Denton’s white resi- improve the lives of patients with digestive dis- can wrote: dents threatened the future of Quakertown. eases. ‘‘National parks are truly ‘America’s best Many believed that it was in the best interest Mr. Speaker, I ask you to join me in this idea,’ an idea that for nearly 150 years has of the College and the Denton community to very special congressional salute to this leader kept evolving and expanding, not just in the transform Quakertown into a city park. In Apr. and advocate, Suzanne Rosenthal. United States but across the entire world. It is 1921, with little input from its residents, the f the Declaration of Independence written upon City voted 367 to 240 in favor of a bond to IN HONOR OF THE OPENING OF the landscape, a statement that a nation’s purchase Quakertown. More than 60 families PINNACLES NATIONAL PARK most majestic and sacred places should be lost their homes. The majority of the displaced preserved for all time and for everyone . . . residents relocated to southeast Denton on 21 ‘‘Pinnacles National Park, like so many in acres of land, platted as Solomon Hill, sold to HON. SAM FARR our history, is the result of the dedication of in- them by rancher Albert L. Miles. Others, in- OF CALIFORNIA dividual citizens who worked tirelessly to save cluding many Quakertown Community leaders, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a special place they loved, so that others chose to leave Denton altogether. By Feb. Thursday, February 14, 2013 could love it and appreciate it as well. It has 1923, Quakertown had disappeared in the Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to a deep history that matches its beauty . . . midst of the new park’s construction. honor the opening of Pinnacles National Park, ‘‘We cannot think of a better way to express The Texas Historical Marker commemo- our feelings than to quote John Muir, who had the 59th National Park in the United States. I rating the site was approved by and paid for this to say about the people responsible for want to thank Secretary of the Interior Ken by the Texas Historical Commission as one of the birth of a new national park: ‘Happy will be Salazar for joining us to celebrate the opening a select group of applications made each year [the ones] who, having the power and the love of Pinnacles National Park on February 11, to recognize undertold stories. The selection and the benevolent forecast [to create a park] 2013. was a result of a successful 2010 application Pinnacles truly is a special place. There are will do it. They will not be forgotten. The trees by the Denton County Historical Commission, few words that can describe the feeling of and their lovers will sing their praises, and supported through the efforts of the Denton watching a California condor spread its mas- generations yet unborn will rise up and call Public Library and the Denton Parks and sive wings as it soars high above the volcanic them blessed.’ ’’ Recreation Department. spires or the beauty of the Park’s wildflowers Mr. Speaker, I’m proud to call Pinnacles a painted upon the landscape by the springtime national park. I encourage all Americans to It is my honor to recognize these organiza- sun. come visit this truly special place and be in- tions and the efforts of the individuals involved Native Americans were the first to discover spired to go home and preserve the special and to represent Denton County and the City the cliffs of Pinnacles. The Chalon and Mutsun places in their own communities. of Denton in the House of Representatives.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 04:55 Feb 15, 2013 Jkt 029060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K14FE8.011 E14FEPT1 tjames on DSK6SPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E156 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks February 14, 2013 HONORING CHIEF PETTY OFFICER As a former veteran myself, I truly under- first conference, ‘‘Frontier of Chemical CHRIS KYLE stand the sacrifices Chris and his family made Sciences: Research and Education in the Mid- for our great country. Chris’ devotion to a dle East—A Bridge to Peace,’’ was held on SPEECH OF higher calling and his commitment to God, the Mediterranean island of Malta. These con- HON. SAM JOHNSON Country, and Family should serve as a con- ferences later came to be known as ‘‘The OF TEXAS stant reminder that freedom isn’t free. We all Malta Conferences.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES owe a debt to men and women like Chief In each of the conferences, scientists meet Wednesday, February 13, 2013 Petty Officer Chris Kyle. for five days with six Nobel Laureates to work Mr. Speaker, I would ask that my colleagues on scientific issues of importance to the re- Mr. SAM JOHNSON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, join me in honoring Officer Chris Kyle, a true gion: Air and Water Quality, Alternative Energy I solemnly stand today to honor and pay re- American hero and a man of great principle. I Sources, Nanotechnology and Material spect to a true American patriot, a devoted fa- extend my deepest condolences to Chris’ fam- Science, Medicinal Chemistry, and Science ther, and a loving husband, Chief Petty Officer ily, and my thoughts and prayers are with Education for All Levels. Since 2003, five con- Chris Kyle. Sadly, on February 2, 2013, Chris them as they move forward in Chris’ honor. ferences were held. By invitation from and close friend Chad Littlefield were tragically f UNESCO, Malta V was held at UNESCO’s killed on a remote ranch in Texas while at- Headquarters in Paris in December 2011. The tempting to help a troubled veteran who was RECOGNIZING SIX GRADUATING conference was opened by the Director Gen- suffering from post-traumatic stress disorder. SENIOR BASKETBALL PLAYERS eral of UNESCO, Irina Bokova, and followed Chris leaves behind his lovely wife Taya, and AT BUFFALO STATE COLLEGE by a speech by HRH Prince Hassan of Jordan their two children. on his vision for the new Middle East. Born on April 8, 1974 in Odessa, Texas, Although acts of war and terrorism have de- Chris began shooting and hunting with his fa- HON. BRIAN HIGGINS OF NEW YORK stabilized the political and economic climate in ther when he was eight years old. After an ac- the Middle East and around the world, it re- cident ended a short-lived career as a profes- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mains possible for scientists from opposing sional bronco rider, Chris was moved from Thursday, February 14, 2013 sides of the political and cultural conflict to within to satisfy his life-long desire to serve his Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to meet in an attempt to forge relationships that country and join the military. Chris enlisted in recognize six outstanding members of the bridge the deep chasms of distrust and intoler- the United States Navy, and ultimately worked senior class at Buffalo State College. Four ance. his way to becoming a member of the United members of the men’s varsity basketball team, In the Middle East, it is especially important States Navy’s Sea, Air, Land Teams, also Anthony Hamer, Jake Simmons, Seth Runge, that stable, mutually respectful, personal rela- known as the U.S. Navy Seals, one of our na- and Ken Owusu, and two members of the tionships be created that will enhance re- tion’s most elite group of special forces units. women’s basketball team, Erica Derby and From 1999 to 2009, Chris served four tours search interactions and collaborations, con- in Iraq as a member of SEAL Team 3 where Alicia Bowman, will graduate this spring. I tribute to a more peaceful atmosphere, en- he was involved in every major battle of Oper- commend each of these students for their con- courage international development, help es- ation Iraqi Freedom. Throughout his time in tributions to Buffalo State, and congratulate tablish a more favorable environment for re- Iraq, Chris’ courage and heroism in battle them at the culmination of their illustrious col- gional peace and security, and foster further earned him the title and honor of the most legiate athletic careers. growth in regional scientific and technological elite sniper in U.S. history. Scholar athletes have the unique challenge cooperation. This is the goal of the Malta Con- Feared for his deadly accuracy, Chris was of balancing the academic demands of under- ferences. nicknamed The Devil of Ramadi by insurgents, graduate work with the physical demands of a In 2012, the Malta Conferences Foundation and recorded a record 150 confirmed kills— collegiate sports program. Full participation in was established as a nonprofit organization one of which was a 2,100-yard strike, 1.2 each requires incredible discipline and com- and my great friend and constituent Zafra miles away. More importantly however, Chris mitment. Each student athlete is accountable Lerman was elected its president. Like other is most remembered for his selfless and un- not only to themselves, but to their team- people who foster social change, she too had wavering ability to protect American troops mates, coaches, and greater campus commu- a dream. The fulfillment of this dream was the while perched on rooftops. In fact, despite nity. Malta Conferences. being shot twice and directly involved in mul- Despite such great expectations, Anthony, Zafra Lerman is a world-renowned scientist tiple IED explosions during his tours, Chris al- Jake, Seth, Ken, Erica and Alicia have ex- and science educator. She received her Ph.D. ways made doing his job and his fellow team- celled. Each will earn their bachelor’s degree. from the Weizmann Institute of Science in mates his top priority. For his bravery, Chris Jake has the distinct honor of scoring the Israel and conducted research on isotope ef- was awarded two Silver Stars, five Bronze most points in the history of Buffalo State fects at Cornell University, Northwestern Uni- Stars with Valor, two Navy and Marine Corp men’s basketball. As an alumnus of Buffalo versity, and at the Swiss Polytechnic in Zurich, Achievement Medals, and one Navy and Ma- State College myself, I will be proud to call Switzerland. Professor Lerman developed an rine Corps Commendation. them fellow alumni. innovative approach of teaching science to In 2009, Chris retired from his military ca- Mr. Speaker, I thank you for allowing my non-science majors by integrating science with reer in order to dedicate more time to his wife colleagues to join me in recognizing these ex- the arts, and with students’ personal interests and family. Shortly after, he released his New ceptional Buffalo State Bengals and wishing and cultural backgrounds. These methods York Times bestselling autobiography, Amer- them the best as they complete their under- have received national and international rec- ican Sniper, which shares his battle experi- graduate careers. I have no doubt their work ognition. She has been invited to lecture on ences and sheds light on the true sacrifices ethic and determination will bring them suc- her methods all over the U.S. and around the that service members and their families en- cess in all their future endeavors. world. dure. Unprepared for the books immediate f For the past 25 years, she has worked tire- success, Chris ultimately donated proceeds lessly on behalf of dissidents all over the from the book to the families of fallen service SCIENCE DIPLOMACY IN THE world. She chaired the Committee on Sci- members. For those that knew Chris person- MIDDLE EAST entific Freedom and Human Rights for the ally, this was nothing out of the ordinary. American Chemical Society (ACS). At great Chris was not just an exemplary soldier; he HON. JANICE D. SCHAKOWSKY risk to her personal safety, she has worked was a successful businessman, a trusted OF ILLINOIS within the Soviet Union, China and other coun- friend and team member, and a devoted hus- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tries and has succeeded in preventing execu- band, father, and son. He lived by the profes- tions, releasing prisoners of conscience from sional motto, ‘‘It is our duty to serve those who Thursday, February 14, 2013 jail and bringing dissidents into freedom. serve us.’’ This principle became the driving Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, 2013 will Professor Lerman has received many na- force behind his decision to found Craft Inter- mark the 10th anniversary of a unique and tional and international awards. In 1999, she national, a military and law enforcement train- historical gathering of scientists from 15 Mid- received the Presidential Award for Excellence ing and security company, as well as help cre- dle East countries: Bahrain, Egypt, Iran, Iraq, in Science, Mathematics and Engineering ate Fitco Cares Foundation, a nonprofit orga- Israel, Jordan, Kuwait, Lebanon, Libya, Pales- Mentoring from President Clinton. In 1998, she nization that helps veterans overcome post- tinian Authority, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Syria, received the Kilby Laureate Award for extraor- traumatic stress disorder and adjust to civilian. Turkey and United Arab Emirates. In 2003, the dinary contribution to society through science,

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It is no exaggera- ed her the 2005 Nyholm Award, and the New tion to say that sequestration of research fund- York Academy of Sciences presented her with HON. STEVE STIVERS ing threatens the heart of Seattle’s economy, the 2005 Heinz Pagels Human Rights for Sci- OF OHIO which is why I am introducing a standalone entists Award. She received the 2007 George IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES measure today to stop cuts to the NIH. To be clear, this bill will turn off the seques- Brown Award for International Scientific Co- Thursday, February 14, 2013 operation from the U.S. Civilian Research & ter for NIH from the period of March 1, 2013 Development Foundation (CRDF). In 2011, Mr. STIVERS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to through September 30, 2013, and reduce the she received an award for Stimulating Col- celebrate the life of Lloyd Andre Rollins of Co- amount of the sequester by that amount to laborations and Ensuring Human Rights by the lumbus, Ohio. A true American hero, Mr. Rol- avoid deeper cuts to other programs. International Conference on Chemistry for lins’ service here on earth came to a close on f Mankind in India. January 30, 2013. An Ohioan and veteran of The capstone of her career is her work on the United States Air Force, he is among the HONORING THE 90TH BIRTHDAY OF the Malta Conferences. The Malta Con- countless number of fearless warriors and vet- PAUL WOODS ferences are the only platform where scientists erans who have devoted their lives to serving from 15 Middle East countries are collabo- our great nation. HON. BRIAN HIGGINS rating and cooperating on scientific issues as In 1957, Mr. Rollins began his service in the OF NEW YORK well as developing professional and personal United States Air Force. He was later trans- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ferred to the Department of State and sworn relationships with each other. The common Thursday, February 14, 2013 language of science is used for science diplo- into the U.S. Foreign Service, where he macy, which serves as a bridge to peace, tol- served for 27 years. Mr. Rollins was awarded Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to erance and understanding in the Middle East a Medal of Valor after he was taken hostage recognize the extraordinary life and service of and improves the relationships between the during the 1979 siege of the United States Paul Woods as he prepares to celebrate his Muslim countries and the U.S., and between Embassy in Tehran, Iran. 90th birthday on February 20th, 2013. the Arabs, Iranians and Israelis. Mr. Rollins is survived by his wife, Judy, and Paul Woods was born in Basemore, Ala- bama, to Nora Fiels Woods and Anderson f his two daughters, Patricia and Terri. As I pray for the family and friends of Mr. Rollins, I ask Sherman Woods. From an early age, the foun- IN HONOR OF BOBBY MOEGLE that all Members of Congress join me in offer- dation of Paul’s life was his family. Paul’s fam- ing our deepest appreciation and gratitude for ily included six brothers and sisters in addition HON. RANDY NEUGEBAUER his life and service to this country. to seven half-brothers and sisters through his OF TEXAS f father. Sadly, Anderson Woods passed away IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES when Paul was seven years old. Surviving rel- THE MEDICAL RESEARCH atives split up the seven children in order to Thursday, February 14, 2013 PROTECTION ACT OF 2013 care for them, leaving Paul to be raised by his Mr. NEUGEBAUER. Mr. Speaker, I rise wealthy Uncle Henry. today to honor Bobby Moegle, a coaching leg- HON. JIM McDERMOTT In 1941, at age 17, Paul enlisted in the end from Lubbock, Texas. Coach Moegle was OF WASHINGTON United States Army. He was immediately de- recently inducted into the 2012 Class of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ployed to the Philippines to fight in World War Texas Sports Hall of Fame for his outstanding II. Despite the Army’s imposed racial segrega- Thursday, February 14, 2013 coaching career and contributions to the com- tion, Paul cared for his fellow soldiers like fam- munity. Mr. MCDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today ily, believing ‘‘a bullet knows no race, rank, or Coach Moegle was the first baseball coach to introduce the Medical Research Protection status. We were all brothers on the battle- Monterey High School hired and he kept that Act of 2013. This bill will protect our national field.’’ title for the next 40 years. His career record investments in biomedical research from im- Paul took great pride in his service, and was an astounding 1,115–267. He won four pending automatic federal budget cuts. If we often told his children of landing on the Phil- state championships in 1972, 1974, 1981 and do nothing, these automatic budget cuts or ippine shoreline in LST990 boats. Paul earned 1996. Additionally, his teams won 33 district ‘‘sequester’’ will cancel $85 billion in federal three Bronze Stars in the Philippines for his championships. In 1972 he was named the spending between March 1 and September actions in combat. After his tour of duty, Paul National Baseball Coach of the Year. 30, including roughly $2 billion from the Na- served in the Military Occupation Specialties, Players respected Coach Moegle both on tional Institutes of Health budget. That delivering ammunition across the continent of and off the field. More than 100 of his players amounts to a failure to fund or renew funding Australia. In 1945 he was granted an honor- made it to the collegiate level and 20 signed for some 2,000 grants at America’s research able discharge. professional contracts. Coach Moegle built a universities, where the world’s top scientists After returning home to Birmingham, Ala- baseball program on the High Plains that was are discovering treatments for diseases like bama, Paul met Mary T. Lucas, the love of his the envy of the region. His teams were usually cancer, diabetes, Alzheimer’s, and HIV/AIDS. life. In 1953, the couple moved to Buffalo, and considered to be among the best mentally and This bill would ensure that NIH’s budget is would reside in Western New York for the rest physically prepared on the baseball field. Their protected for the balance of this fiscal year. of their 59 year marriage. Paul began a 31 intense practices and weight training programs I have opposed the sequester—a senseless year career at Bethlehem Steel in July 1954, paid dividends in the form of consistent win- and irresponsible approach to deficit reduc- often working 16 hour days and nine shifts a ning seasons. tion—since day one. I voted against the bill week to support his family. In 1966, the Beyond his winning record, Coach Moegle that put the sequester in place, and I have Woods family moved to Angola, New York, but was a great mentor for his players and stu- sponsored a bill with my colleagues in the Paul continued to commute to Bethlehem dents. He is still very highly respected in the Progressive Caucus to remove the entire se- Steel until the plant closed. Lubbock community and across Texas. Many quester, to protect critical programs like Medi- Paul and Mary’s family expanded to four- of his former players acknowledge the skills care, Head Start, Community Health Centers, teen children over the course of their 59 year and habits they learned under Coach Moegle and so many other priorities. marriage. A true patriarch, Paul’s greatest joy prepared them for the many challenges of life That said, Seattle’s economy relies uniquely came from building his beautiful, thriving fam- that came after high school. on federal funding for biomedical research. ily. Paul believed in education as a tool to fos- Mr. Speaker please join me in recognizing Science and technological innovation is the ter love and acceptance, and raised his chil- Coach Moegle for his outstanding coaching lifeblood of our local economy and a source of dren to value the same. All fourteen children career. Monterey High School and the City of tremendous civic pride. The University of attended college, and five followed their fa- Lubbock were truly blessed to have someone Washington receives more federal funding ther’s footsteps in the armed forces. As Paul’s of the character and integrity of Coach Moegle than any other public university in the nation, children had children of their own, Paul helped

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His first commercial project was an OF ILLINOIS care providers for Randolph Child and Adoles- A&W restaurant on University Avenue in Riv- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cent Services, Paul and Mary were honored as ‘‘Foster Parents of the Year’’ in 1997. erside. Over the years he built many large Thursday, February 14, 2013 Mr. Speaker, I thank you for allowing me a commercial buildings in Riverside, such as Ms. SCHAKOWSKY. Mr. Speaker, I rise few moments to recognize Paul Woods. I am DeAnza Chevrolet, Caddock Electronics and today to recognize the National Runaway inspired by his boundless capacity for love Johnson Tractor. Russell’s proudest accom- Safeline, which changed its name last month and devotion to his family, and I am proud to plishment was the construction of an extensive from the National Runaway Switchboard. celebrate his life here today. I am proud to complex of buildings for Bourns Incorporated, The NRS was established in 1971 to fill a celebrate his 90th birthday here today, and I which won Building of the Year in 1962. In the need for comprehensive crisis intervention for wish him good fortune for many years to early 1970s he built Los Amigos, the first pri- young people in Chicago. It was conceived as come. vate upscale condominiums on Victoria Ave- a centralized organization with free 24-hour f nue. In the late 1970s he purchased the origi- services, expertise in all youth-related issues and as an information clearinghouse of youth HONORING KEN BERRY nal Security Pacific Bank building on the cor- services. ner of University & Main, now known as the In 1974, NRS received an eight-month fed- Walling Building. HON. LUKE MESSER eral demonstration grant to establish a na- OF INDIANA It is hard to imagine that Russell would have tional hotline for runaway, homeless, and at- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES any free time on his hands yet he always risk youth. The need for the service was clear- Thursday, February 14, 2013 found time for his community. He had served ly demonstrated over the eight-month period, as President of Riverside’s Chamber of Com- during which time 11,000 calls were received. Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to merce and Citizen of the Year; President of Since then, its capabilities and services have honor the memory of one of my constituents, grown considerably, now handling over Ken Berry of Richmond, Indiana. the Riverside Rotary Club; President of the Riverside Community Hospital Board; and 100,000 calls each year. Ken was a loving husband to Debbie Berry, Since its founding, NRS grew into a national President of the Monday Morning Group. A a vital member of my congressional staff who organization and expanded its crisis interven- previously served in the office of former Rep- longtime member of the Victoria Club where tion offerings to include bulletin boards, crisis resentative Mike Pence. Ken brought joy, love, he was first a caddy in his early years, and emails, and live chat. Recognizing that the and laughter to those around him and was a later an avid golfer, Russell and George term ‘‘switchboard’’ does not reflect the var- wonderful partner in life for his entire family. Champion spearheaded a major three year ious ways youth in crisis can connect with its A longtime member of Oak Park Church in renovation of the Victoria Club in the 1990s. services, the organization has changed its Richmond, Ken enjoyed singing and gospel Russell loved the outdoors and spent many name to the National Runaway Safeline. music. He was a small business owner and years with his family at their trailer on the The organization maintains its holistic and known around the region as an impressive beach at El Morro near Laguna. He loved and expert crisis intervention model focused on ad- auctioneer with a matching personality—warm, dressing at-risk issues immediately. Its serv- friendly, and instantly approachable. cherished his time with family, especially his children and grandchildren. Russell and ices remain confidential, anonymous, and Ken and his family’s dedication to the peo- available 24/7, providing a comprehensive LouElla traveled extensively throughout Eu- ple of Indiana will be forever appreciated. I connection to more than 10,000 different orga- ask the entire 6th Congressional District to rope, Asia and South America. They spent nizations and resources for at-risk youth and keep Debbie, son Matt, and the entire Berry many happy years doing annual fishing treks their families. The organization continues its family in your thoughts and prayers. to Whaler’s Cove off the rugged coast of Alas- service as the federally-designated commu- f ka’s Admiralty Island. nication system for runaway and homeless TRIBUTE TO RUSSELL WALLING Russell was preceded in death by his be- youth. loved wife of 69 years, LouElla; his brother As a strong advocate of helping homeless Foster and sister, Mary. He is survived by his individuals and as a long-time supporter of the HON. KEN CALVERT organization, I am pleased that the NRS will daughter Lee Walling Good of Grants Pass, OF CALIFORNIA continue its mission to help keep America’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Oregon; his son Terry Walling and daughter- runaway, homeless and at-risk youth safe and Thursday, February 14, 2013 in-law Cathleen of Riverside; grandchildren, off the streets. We are proud to have this na- Karen Lalonde of Greenwood, South Carolina; tionally-recognized effort housed in Chicago, Mr. CALVERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Tracy Cauble and Susanne McGee of Grants honor and pay tribute to a dear friend of mine, and I congratulate Maureen Blaha and her Pass, Oregon; David Good of Greenville, Russell Walling. Russell passed away on staff for their vision and leadership. Tuesday, February 5, 2013. A long time resi- South Carolina; great grandchildren, Marrissa, I welcome this opportunity to celebrate the dent of Riverside, California, he was a pillar of Kaitlyn and Steven Franquez, Shelby and growth, progress and impact that the National the community and he will be deeply missed. Caden Morrison, Madalyn and Gregory Runaway Safeline has had in the last 42 years Russell was born December 7, 1917 in Cauble, and Jakob and Lukas McGee; and and will continue to have in the decades to Douglas, Arizona, the son of Luther and great great granddaughter Mya Franquez. come. Francis Walling. His family relocated to River- On Wednesday, February 13, 2013, a me- f side in 1927, where he attended Lowell Ele- morial service honoring Russell’s life was held mentary School, Riverside Polytechnic High PERSONAL EXPLANATION at the First Christian Church in Riverside. Rus- School and Riverside Community College. Fol- lowing graduation he worked as a draftsman sell will always be remembered for his incred- HON. TOM REED ible work ethic, generosity, contributions to the for the noted architect G. Stanley Wilson, and OF NEW YORK community and love of family. His dedication later moved to Los Angeles to work for a large IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES architectural firm. Russell met the love of his to his family, work, and community are a tes- life, LouElla Scott, at See’s Candy where she tament to a life lived well and a legacy that will Thursday, February 14, 2013 worked and the two were married in 1941. continue. I extend my condolences to Rus- Mr. REED. Mr. Speaker, I write to inform Russell served his country honorably as a sell’s family and friends; although Russell may you that I was detained on February 6, 2013, Lieutenant in the Navy Seabees during World be gone, the light and goodness he brought to and was unable to be on the House floor for War II. the world remain and will never be forgotten. the vote on H.R. 444. Had I been there, I After the war he returned to Riverside to would have voted a ‘‘yea’’ on rollcall 38: Final work with his father, forming L.A. Walling & passage of H.R. 444.

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Budgets are tight all Florida and countless contributions to the around, but I think these treasures are worth Tampa Bay community, Dr. Wright is retiring. Mr. POE of Texas. Mr. Speaker, no matter saving. It is clear that he has contributed to the growth where I go, I always meet someone who This spring break and summer, as you pack and diversity at USF in countless ways, while wants to share a memory about my former life up the family and head across our great state, also influencing and effecting students on a as a criminal court judge in the Harris County get off the interstates and drive downtown to personal level. While his contributions to USF courtrooms. Most times, people reminisce any Main Street. There you can share a little will be missed, his impact on the Tampa area about some of the creative punishments that I Texas history with your kids and grandkids. will no doubt continue for years to come. handed down or about the time they served On each Main Street is a Texas treasure. And The Tampa Bay community is proud to rec- jury duty in my courtroom. But, sometimes the that’s just the way it is. ognize Dr. Samuel Lamar Wright, Sr. for his conversation turned to the courthouse itself, or f steadfastness and desire to enrich the people as I call it, the Palace of Perjury. of our community. His outstanding career and I presided over more than 25,000 criminal HONORING THE LIFETIME OF significant contributions have made him an in- cases in the Palace of Perjury for 22 years. ACHIEVEMENTS AND CAREER OF spirational leader. I ask that you and all Ameri- My particular courtroom was massive. Paneled DR. SAMUEL LAMAR WRIGHT, cans recognize such a remarkable citizen for in a dark wood, it gave off an ominous, seri- SR. his service to our community and our state. ous mood. As it should—some of the worst and most horrid crimes were tried within its HON. KATHY CASTOR f walls. HONORING PAT GILARDI That courthouse—now the Juvenile Court- OF FLORIDA house in Harris County—was just one of 235 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES courthouses in Texas. Each is a symbol of our Thursday, February 14, 2013 HON. MIKE THOMPSON state’s rich history and a symbol of our prom- OF CALIFORNIA Ms. CASTOR of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ise to follow the law and pursue justice. Court- today to honor the lifetime of achievements house construction began in Texas after it and career of Dr. Samuel Lamar Wright, Sr. Thursday, February 14, 2013 won independence from Mexico in 1836. Dr. Wright’s desire to help others, along with Mr. THOMPSON of California. Mr. Speaker, Counties were formed and courthouse con- his achievements and service to the Tampa I rise today to honor and thank Pat Gilardi for struction began in each. Because the counties Bay community is worthy of recognition by all. her many years of visionary leadership on the were booming and populations were increas- A native Floridian, Dr. Wright grew up in Cotati City Council, as she is stepping down ing, many courthouses served multiple pur- Boynton Beach. In 1974, he graduated, with from her Council duties to accept a position in poses: schools, churches, dancehalls and honors, from the University of Florida with a county government. Ms. Gilardi has been an meeting places, not just a place to settle legal degree in Psychology from the College of Arts outstanding leader for the City of Cotati during issues. Courthouses became the heart of the and Sciences and a degree in Psychological her 15 years of service, and her hard work town—or the ‘‘square’’ of the town. Here Main Foundations from the College of Education. and dedication is reflected in the many Street businesses grew, and communities He later continued his studies at the University projects and improvements she nurtured and were shaped. Trials, elections, marriages, pa- of South Florida where he completed his doc- rades and festivals are forever linked to our brought to fruition during that time. torate in Special Education Administration and The city and people of Cotati have benefited historic courthouses. At times as a judge, I traveled to other Supervision. immensely from Ms. Gilardi’s contributions counties to try cases. Along the way, I began After serving as the first black City Council- since the start of her career in public service to photograph Texas’ historic courthouses. I man in Boynton Beach, Dr. Wright moved to in 1997, when she was appointed to the Cotati was drawn to their impressive and varied ar- Tampa in 1985. He was hired by the Univer- Planning Commission. Among the numerous chitecture. Built with bricks, stone, and stained sity of South Florida to plan, create and co- projects Ms. Gilardi spearheaded was the glass, some have clock towers; others have ordinate student programming for minority stu- Multi Modal Transit Village, now known as the domes. Each is unique. I like the Renaissance dents. At the time, black students accounted Santero Way Specific Plan. Revival style of the Anderson County Court- for less than 5 percent of the student popu- Ms. Gilardi would go on to be selected from house and the Romanesque Revival style of lation. He made it his mission to improve stu- a large group of applicants to fill a vacancy on Fayette County Courthouse in La Grange. dent enrollment for minorities. He later served the Cotati City Council in October 2000. She Some like the Newton County Courthouse for 13 years as the university’s assistant direc- was elected to her first full term in November known for its Second Empire style, while oth- tor for multicultural admissions, allowing him to 2002. She was reelected in 2006 and 2010, ers like the La Salle County Courthouse recruit, enroll, mentor and retain minority stu- and she was selected as Mayor in both 2006 known for its Moderne-style structure. dents, fostering diversity on USF’s campus. and 2008. Ms. Gilardi has worked to guide the Along the way, I learned that other Texas After serving as associate dean of student re- City of Cotati to fiscal sustainability, strong en- officials shared my love and admiration for our lations and director of multicultural affairs at vironmental policy, transportation alternatives, State treasures. In 1993, my friend and then- USF, Dr. Wright is now the USF student om- and quality community services. Governor George W. Bush, together with the budsman, a position where he cherishes the In addition to her service on the city council, Texas Historical Commission, established the opportunities to mentor students through the Ms. Gilardi served on a number of commis- Texas Historic Courthouse Preservation Pro- challenges of college and cheer on their suc- sions and boards in Sonoma County, including gram, a plan that provided $200 million in cesses. her time as the Director of the Sonoma Coun- matching grants to communities working to re- Aside from his accomplishments with the ty Transportation Authority (SCTA) and Re- pair and restore these structures. By the end University of South Florida, Dr. Wright’s com- gional Climate Protection Authority (RCPA). of 2012, 63 Texas counties have received full mitment to the Tampa Bay community has While a member of the Board at SCTA, Ms. funding for their construction project. That in- been unwavering. In 2001, he organized the Gilardi represented the City of Cotati’s inter- cludes the Harris County Courthouse—‘‘the first Tampa Bay Black Heritage Festival, a ests for the Highway 101 widening project and Jewel of the South.’’ Built in 1910, restoration multicultural celebration, now held annually, in other transportation related issues including on the courthouse was available through fund- honor of black history and culture in the securing funds, project oversight and long- ing from the Texas Historic Courthouse Pres- Tampa area. Dr. Wright also serves as the term planning. ervation Program and was completed last vice president of the Hillsborough County In addition to her public service, Ms. Gilardi year. There’s a lot of history in our great NAACP and has served as a Board member is also the co-founder of the 4–H Club of State, and it’s our responsibility to preserve with the Tampa Bay Convention and Visitors Cotati, a former two-term president of her local this rich heritage for future generations. Bureau. In addition, he is actively involved at Parent Teacher Association, and sat on the In 1998 and again in 2012, the National the state level as a member of the African Board of Directors for the Cotati According Trust for Historic Preservation named all his- American Task Force and, in 2010, he was Festival.

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Her exemplary leadership has left mary division for pre-K through second grade reconciliation and that will only happen when a legacy for our community that will extend far and Shelby won the PTA Reflections Award of the Government moves to meet the people’s into the future as she moves on to her new Merit for dance choreography in the inter- legitimate calls for respect for human rights role with the County of Sonoma. mediate division for third grade through fifth and enhanced democracy occurs. It appears f grade. Both students were honored in the U.S. that political dialogue may be starting in Bah- Department of Education’s ceremony along rain. I call on the Government of Bahrain to HONORING THE LIFE OF MR. with other winners from around the country. engage fully in this dialogue—not as a moder- LOUIS C. DEBERGALIS Jarred and Shelby should be commended ator, but as a negotiating partner. for their hard work and remarkable artistic abil- f HON. BRIAN HIGGINS ity. I ask my colleagues to join me in congratu- OF NEW YORK lating their wonderful achievements. HONORING THE MEMORY OF RALPH WILLIAM BRAUN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f Thursday, February 14, 2013 THE TWO-YEAR ANNIVERSARY OF THE POPULAR UPRISING IN BAH- HON. JACKIE WALORSKI Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to RAIN OF INDIANA honor the life of Louis C. DeBergalis, who IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES passed away on Saturday, February 2, 2013 at the age of 69. HON. HENRY C. ‘‘HANK’’ JOHNSON, JR. Thursday, February 14, 2013 A proud member of Ironworkers Local 6 OF GEORGIA Mrs. WALORSKI. Mr. Speaker, today I wish who shared a family-owned small business, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to honor the legacy of Ralph William Braun. Mr. DeBergalis exemplified the American Thursday, February 14, 2013 Born on December 18, 1940 in Winamac, Indi- Dream. Along with his brother, Rocco Jr., he Mr. JOHNSON of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, ana, Ralph is a lifelong Hoosier, proud family co-owned Rod Placing, a steel reinforcing today is the two year anniversary of the day man, and entrepreneur whose contributions company started by his father, Rocco. when the Arab Spring came to Bahrain. On positively impacted thousands of lives in the Mr. DeBergalis was a family man. In addi- February 14, 2011, the people of Bahrain took community. As the Founder and CEO of the tion to his role and pride in the family busi- to the streets in spontaneous, peaceful pro- Braun Corporation, his company’s specialized ness, he loved his daughters, Tonya Balash tests calling for an end to oppression. Bah- mobility products have improved the everyday and Jacquelyn Criola; son, Jeffrey; mother, rainis were emboldened by the Arab Spring, lives of individuals across the globe. Olympia; sister, Mary Rose Gaughan; and which was sweeping across the Middle East Ralph’s passion to help others was fostered three brothers Joseph, Paul, and Rocco Jr. and they were fired up by decades of human at a young age, as he struggled with spinal Mr. DeBergalis lived most of his life in Buf- rights abuses by their government. Unfortu- muscular atrophy, a genetic defect that causes falo’s Lovejoy neighborhood. He took pride in nately, the Government of Bahrain brought in muscle damage. In an effort to improve his his heritage and community, holding member- foreign troops and responded with violence, own mobility, Ralph developed and assembled ship in the Big Timers Italian–American Club. killing protesters and unleashing a systematic a three–wheel scooter. Realizing that others In his down time, he enjoyed a variety of ac- program of torture and unlawful detention that suffered from the same issue, he founded the tivities including gardening, cooking, and stone continues today. Save-A-Step Manufacturing Company in 1963, carving. It is disappointing that Bahrain, a close ally a company that later became known as The Mr. Speaker, I kindly ask you to join me and of the U.S. in the Persian Gulf, is engaging in Braun Corporation. Today Braun Corporation our colleagues as we stand in this moment to torture, intimidation, and repression against has grown into a world-wide company, with its honor the life of Mr. Louis C. DeBergalis and peaceful protesters. Two years later, the judi- headquarters still based in the Second District offer our deepest condolences to his family. cial system is used to punish dissenters, free- of Winamac, Indiana. f dom of expression is punished—Bahrainis are His contributions did not stop there. In 2010, imprisoned for tweeting—and those respon- Ralph started the Ralph Braun Foundation to CONGRATULATING JARRED AND sible for even the most egregious violations continue helping the disabled population ob- SHELBY RAMBO are seldom brought to justice. The people of tain mobility equipment. His contributions were Bahrain deserve better, and I stand with them recognized by a robust group of organizations HON. RODNEY ALEXANDER in their quest for basic human rights. with awards and honors, including The White OF LOUISIANA As an American ally, we must insist upon House’s 2012 ‘‘Champion of Change’’ award. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their compliance with the most basic of human Ralph’s effort and donations to the community rights for all of its citizens. have touched many, and he will be sorely Thursday, February 14, 2013 This should be an especially concerning sit- missed. Mr. ALEXANDER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today uation for everyone in this body. Bahrain is the Ralph leaves behind an incredible legacy to recognize and congratulate two elementary host of the U.S. Fifth Fleet and an important that will surely live on to inspire future Ameri- students from Ouachita Parish who partici- ally in the Gulf Region. The Government’s out- cans and encourage new innovation. His fam- pated in a national art exhibit opening in rageous treatment of its own citizens is cre- ily, including his wife, Melody, children, and Washington, D.C. Eight-year-old Jarred ating deep divisions in Bahrain and sowing in- grandchildren will remain in my thoughts and Rambo and 10-year-old Shelby Rambo, chil- stability. We need a strong naval presence in prayers during this difficult time. dren of Judge and Mrs. Wilson and Christine the Gulf to keep our own country safe and we I am honored to recognize the life of Ralph Rambo of West Monroe, La., cut the ribbon on have put many of our eggs in one basket, William Braun and extend my deepest sym- the U.S. Department of Education’s Student Bahrain. However, the fact that an important pathies to his loved ones. Joining Hoosiers Art Exhibit Program. ally to our great democracy is violating the across the state, we mourn his loss and re- This wonderful program is now in its 10th very principles for which we have placed the member the leadership that will continue moti- year and strives to highlight student accom- Fifth Fleet therein is highly unacceptable. It is vating us all to help others.

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