November 26, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1509 government-to-government relationship with Anniversary of the University of North Caro- Prince William County Department of Fire and nations, tribes and pueblos and highlights lina’s Kenan-Flagler Business School. Over Rescue, the ‘‘Hellfighters.’’ These men and challenges Congress must address. With this the course of the last century, Kenan-Flagler women will soon join the ranks of those who responsibility, I recognize that Congress must has set a high standard for business edu- have served and continue to serve Prince Wil- respect and value the sovereign governments cation, becoming one of the top ranked busi- liam County as first responders who place that have long called home be- ness schools in the country. themselves in harm’s way to protect and pre- fore I was privileged to represent it. Originally founded as the School of Com- serve the lives and property of county resi- Indian Country plays a critical role in our merce, its doors were opened in 1919 with a dents. country’s history, and too often these stories class of only 12 students. The school contin- Each member of the recruit class has suc- are not told. By designating November as Na- ued to grow: the first Ph.D. was awarded in cessfully completed a rigorous application tive American Heritage Month, we can collec- 1928 and the MBA and executive programs process, followed by more than 1,200 hours of tively reflect on our nation’s past and pay trib- were introduced in 1952. Now, 100 years exhaustive academic and physical training ute. We owe it to those who came before us— later, Kenan-Flagler graduates more than over the course of 26 weeks. Upon successful and those to come—to tell the full truth about 3,000 students every year, ranging from un- completion of this program, each recruit is eli- our nation’s history and uplift voices that have dergraduate to Ph.D.s. gible to graduate and become a Fire and Res- been systematically suppressed: Most re- Kenan-Flagler is constantly evolving and im- cue Technician with the Prince William County proving the way it teaches the next generation cently, I joined members of the Acoma Pueblo Department of Fire and Rescue. of business leaders. For example, the school in celebrating a long overdue return of a sa- The training and certification required to has shifted its teaching model to focus on un- cred, ceremonial shield. After nearly four years achieve the status of a Fire and Rescue Tech- derstanding the contours of international busi- of public appeals, a sacred piece that dis- nician cannot be accomplished without signifi- ness. By offering immersive study abroad and cant dedication and hard work. Today’s grad- appeared in the 1970s was rightfully returned international internship opportunities, the to the Acoma Pueblo. Sadly, this is not an iso- school reaffirms its commitment to global edu- uates have completed more than 600 hours of lated event. The illegal acquisition and sale of cation. Additionally, through the UNC-IDB the required coursework for certification in sensitive Native American items is wide- Strategic Studies Fellows Program, Kenan- Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR), Infec- spread, and I am committed to working with Flagler partners with the Institute for Defense tion Control, Critical Incident Stress Manage- tribes to end the export of unlawfully removed and Business to educate Defense Department ment (CISM), Emergency Medical Training items and return them home. and national security professionals about the (EMT-Basic), Firefighter I, Firefighter II, Emer- In addition to fighting to preserve the culture foundations of national security through a stra- gency Vehicle Operator Course I, Emergency and traditions of the pueblos and tribes in tegic thinking and innovative lens. Vehicle Operator Course 2, Emergency Vehi- southern New Mexico, we must recognize our While not every student studies abroad, cle Operator Course 3, Flashover Simulation, responsibility to ensure Native communities Kenan-Flagler finds alternative ways to bring Rapid Intervention Training (RIT), Mayday, are provided with the proper support to build the global experience into the classroom. Last Hazmat Awareness/Operations, Swift Water a better future. It’s why this year I supported year, with the use of virtual reality goggles, Rescue Awareness, Liquid Petroleum Gas advanced appropriations for the Indian Health students were transported to a boardroom in (LPG) with Simulation, Rural Water Supply, Service (IHS) and the Bureau of Indian Affairs the central African country of Cameroon. Basic Life Support (BLS) Protocols, Rope (BIA) to grant stability to Tribal programs and Kenan-Flagler pushes the envelope on tradi- Rescue Awareness, Vehicle Rescue Aware- ensuring that Tribal Governments are not neg- tional teaching methods, serving as an exam- ness, and Child Passenger Safety Seat Instal- atively affected by impasses in the federal ap- ple for professional schools across the world. lation. propriations process. I was also proud to sup- Kenan-Flagler’s commitment to global edu- It is my honor to include in the RECORD the port the passage of the reauthorization of the cation and diversity go hand in hand. With following names of the Prince William County Violence Against Women Act and the addi- over 37,000 living alumni spanning 86 coun- Department of Fire and Rescue recruit class tional protections added this year for Native tries, the impact of the Kenan-Flagler Busi- graduates: women. Lastly, I worked with my Republican ness School is evident all over the globe. In Richard M. Blank, Dominic N. Carlino, colleague Rep. to fight for full 1973, the school became the first southern in- James E. Close, Casey M. Coulter, Renae L. funding for the New Beginnings for Tribal Stu- stitution and sixth nationwide to join the Con- Dillon, Ryan R. Gibson, Benjamin J. Herd, dents Program, which provides competitive sortium for Graduate Study in Management, a Kelly A. Krebs, Grace E. Lehman, Ivanovich grant funding for Land Grant institutions that network of universities committed to providing P. Lesefka, Tyler A. Marnell, Stephen G. are actively seeking to increase recruitment, minority populations the education and tools Mickle, Christopher W. Paul, Alexander R. retention, and graduation rates for Native needed to succeed in business and industry. Pion, Charles R. Pistole, Theodore A. American students. This dual commitment is symbolized by the Scheatzle, Taylor A. Smith, Joseph H. Tate, As a Representative for southern New Mex- multitude of flags greeting you upon entrance Gary W. Woods II ico, I have the privilege of representing many into the McColl Building, which houses the As the newest members of the Department tribes and pueblo communities. I know first- business school on campus. These flags rep- of Fire and Rescue, the graduates join the de- hand that our state’s past, present, and future resent the many different nationalities of partment as integral parts of the emergency is tied to the vibrancy of its Native American Kenan-Flagler students and the affinity groups response and community safety team. communities. Native American Heritage Month represented by the community. Madam Speaker, I ask that my colleagues Madam Speaker, as an alumnus of the Uni- is an important step towards fulfilling the trust join me in congratulating the newest members versity of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, I am and responsibility owed to our Native Amer- of the Prince William County Department of immensely proud of the Kenan-Flagler Busi- ican sovereign governments. I am proud to Fire and Rescue. I am confident that recruit ness School’s commitment to the future gen- join my colleagues, Reps. (NM– class 2019–01 will serve the residents of erations of business leaders. I ask my col- 01), (OK–4), (KS– Prince William County with honor and distinc- leagues to join me in congratulating Dean 3), (AZ–7), RAU´ L M. GRIJALVA tion. In the tradition of their new firefighting Douglas Shackelford, the entire leadership, family, I say: ‘‘Stay safe.’’ (AZ–3), BETTY MCCOLLUM (MN–4), and and the student body of Kenan-Flagler on this (OK–2) in recognizing No- momentous anniversary. f vember as Native American Heritage Month. f RECOGNIZING THE RETIREMENT f RECOGNIZING RECRUIT CLASS OF MARK BLISS THE 100TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE 2019–01 OF THE PRINCE WILLIAM KENAN-FLAGLER BUSINESS COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF FIRE HON. SCHOOL, UNC-CHAPEL HILL AND RESCUE OF MISSOURI IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. DAVID E. PRICE HON. GERALD E. CONNOLLY Tuesday, November 26, 2019 OF NORTH CAROLINA OF VIRGINIA Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Madam Speaker, I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rise today in recognition of journalist Mark Tuesday, November 26, 2019 Tuesday, November 26, 2019 Bliss, who is retiring after a 40-year, distin- Mr. PRICE of North Carolina. Madam Mr. CONNOLLY. Madam Speaker, I rise to guished career in journalism, which included Speaker, I rise today to recognize the 100th congratulate the recent graduates of the over 30 years spent reporting for our local

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Thereafter, Sam’s four have prediabetes, which is a health condition DC. He accompanied me to many farm visits sons held executive roles in the company and where blood sugar levels are higher than nor- and trips to local businesses, and I knew to managed day-to-day operations. After 40 mal, but are not high enough to be diagnosed expect his call when issues affecting our coun- years of success, the Parnagian brothers as Type 2 diabetes. By the end of this year, try arose. At every meeting, his sharp thinking passed along leadership responsibilities to 263,000 residents of our state will be newly di- and dogged determination to find the best Justin and Leland Parnagian in 2017, making agnosed with diabetes. story for his readers was apparent, and he the way for the third-generation. The troubling increase in the number of challenged me to work harder, ask more ques- The family places an emphasis on social re- Americans living with diagnosed diabetes has tions, and match his incredible tenacity and sponsibility and creating a welcoming work en- also increased the overall economic costs of enthusiasm for the people around us. vironment. They have an on-site cafeteria, treating the disease. According to a 2018 Before he ever shook my hand or typed my with free meals provided daily to their employ- American Diabetes Association report, in 2017 name in one of his columns, however, I, and ees. Additionally, they have added a health the cost for treating diabetes was an astound- many in our community, knew him intimately. clinic at their headquarters and offer free ing $327 billion. Americans diagnosed with di- He tempered his no-nonsense reporting of the healthcare and medications for employees and abetes had medical expenses that were 2.3 news with a tender, emotional, humorous their families. They have also established the times higher than Americans without diabetes, weekly column titled ‘‘Mark My Word,’’ which Fowler Packing Scholars Program to help and spent, on average, $9,600 on healthcare touched on topics including politics, business, bring the dream of a college education for expenditures. That same report found that in family, and food—in one word: life. He intro- their employees’ children closer to reality. The the state of California, the overall cost of med- duced himself to readers at the same time as Parnagians stay hue to their commitment to ical expenses and treatment of diabetes was he informed them about the goings-on of their excellence as they put the best interests of $27 billion. town, state, and world. customers, growers and employees first. For minority communities around the coun- Mark’s reporting is a perfect example of why The Parnagian family holds core values of try, the risk of developing diabetes or suffering a healthy, local press is essential to the flour- family, honor and strong work ethic. They from complications of the disease is devastat- ishing of any community. Because of Mark’s have always been generous with the commu- ingly heightened. Diabetes effects 15 percent natural inquisitiveness and wealth of historical nity. In 2015, the Parnagian family made a of American Indians and Alaska natives, 13 knowledge, his columns put events in context $1.5 million-dollar gift to Valley Children’s percent of African Americans, 12 percent of and made them matter to his community. He Healthcare, establishing the Sam and Gladys Hispanics, and 8 percent of Asian Americans. not only reported on current events but under- Parnagian Child Life Endowment. Additionally, Though they are most impacted and at risk of stood them, and he was able to report the Fowler Packing has been a longtime supporter developing diabetes, it’s no secret that minori- news in a way that helped his readers under- of the Community Food Banks. ties often lack access to quality health care, stand them as well. At a time when it felt as Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join are more likely to have prediabetes, are more if a different local paper was closing every me in congratulating the Parnagian family for likely to suffer from complications of diabetes, other month, Mark reminded us of what local their contributions and exemplified leadership and in some cases, are nearly twice as likely news could and should be—and why it is so in the Central Valley. I wish the Parnagian to die from diabetes. important to support these vital organizations. family continued health, happiness and pros- To this end, for many years, I have proudly For this reason and many others, I am sad to perity. authored and fought for support of H.R. 4550, see him retire, but I am thankful for the long f the Minority Diabetes Initiative Act, which is record of service he leaves behind. NATIONAL DIABETES AWARENESS supported by the American Diabetes Associa- f MONTH tion and 60 of my House colleagues and fel- low members of the Congressional Diabetes HONORING THE PARNAGIAN Caucus. My bill will provide grants to physi- FAMILY HON. cians and community-based organizations for OF CALIFORNIA diabetes prevention, care, and treatment pro- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. grams in minority communities. It will also pro- Tuesday, November 26, 2019 OF CALIFORNIA vide grants for a variety of diabetes-related IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ms. WATERS. Madam Speaker, I am proud health services, including public education on to join the American Diabetes Association and diabetes prevention and control, routine health Tuesday, November 26, 2019 millions of doctors, nurses, health profes- care for diabetic patients, eye care, foot care, Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to sionals, and concerned Americans to recog- and treatment for kidney disease and other recognize the Parnagian family as they are nize American Diabetes Month. complications of diabetes. honored at the 2019 Fresno State Ag One Diabetes remains the seventh leading cause I am also a strong supporter of increased Foundation Community Salute for their con- of death in the United States. It effects more federal funding for diabetes programs at the tributions to the Central Valley and California than 30 million Americans—seven million of National Institutes of Health and the Centers agriculture. The Parnagians are champions in whom are undiagnosed. By the end of this for Disease Control and Prevention, and have our Valley and have played an integral role in year, more than 40,000 people will be diag- supported many legislative measures that en- transforming California agriculture for the 21st nosed with Type 1 diabetes—which is identi- sure that Americans living with diabetes have century. fied as the body’s inability to produce insulin. the quality and affordable healthcare they de- The legacy of the Parnagian family began in Type 2 diabetes—which indicates a deficiency serve. 1943, when Gladys Girazian, a lieutenant in in the way the body uses insulin—remains the During American Diabetes Month, and every the United States Navy Nursing Corps, met a most common form of diabetes, and makes up month, we must continue to raise awareness young Marine, Sam Parnagian, at the San more than 90 percent of all diabetes cases. In of this disease and show our strong support Diego Naval Hospital. Sam, a World War II addition, 10 percent of all women develop for research, innovations, and healthcare serv- veteran, had just returned from Pearl Harbor. gestational diabetes during pregnancy, which ices that improve the lives of the millions of Just two weeks later, the couple knew they blocks a mother’s ability to use insulin and can Americans who are living with or at-risk of were meant for each other and were married complicate the health of both the mother and being diagnosed with this disease. Diabetes on December 2, 1943. The couple were the baby. Without proper treatment, diabetes will continue to ravage our communities and blessed with four sons, Dennis, Kenneth, can lead to serious and sometimes deadly lead to the premature death of Americans if Randy, and Philip. complications, including heart disease, nerve we fail to act. While both genetic and environ- In 1950, Sam established Fowler Packing damage, blindness, lower limb amputations, mental factors can contribute to the develop- Company in Fowler, California. With Sam at kidney failure, high blood pressure, and even ment of diabetes, it is imperative that every the helm, the help of his four sons, younger stroke. American regardless of their age, race, or ge- brother Pete and nephew Jim, Fowler Packing In my home state of California, more than 4 ographic location get tested for diabetes, and quickly found success. Today, the family fruit million people—approximately 13 percent of speak with their doctors about actions they

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