August 1, 2011 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1465 as she embarks on this new chapter of her compete for discretionary funding to improve tions. This year’s parade travelled a mile-long life. their infrastructure systems. Each of our terri- route through the city and featured fire fighters f tories has a unique economic situation but we from Camden and Philadelphia on their trucks. all recognize the importance of having a ro- In addition to the parade, the day included tra- PERSONAL EXPLANATION bust infrastructure system to facilitate com- ditional singing, dancing, and foods, all culmi- merce and economic opportunities in each of nating in a concert on the beautiful Camden HON. STEVE KING our jurisdictions. For example, on Guam, as Waterfront. I thank the Puerto Rican commu- OF IOWA the realignment of military forces begins imple- nity for all they do to enrich and support South IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mentation, it may be necessary to develop a Jersey, and I pay special recognition to this Monday, August 1, 2011 ferry system so that civilians and military alike year’s Parada San Juan Bautista. can go between Guam and ports within the f Mr. KING of Iowa. Mr. Speaker, on rollcall Commonwealth of the Northern Mariana Is- No. 325 I was unable to cast my vote on the lands. In any of the 50 states, the develop- IN TRIBUTE TO HENRY ‘‘HANK’’ House floor because I was ill. Had I been ment of a ferry system could be aided, in part, LACAYO ON HIS 80TH BIRTHDAY present, I would have voted ‘‘no.’’ by federal funding through the Ferry Boats f and Ferry Terminal Facilities Program. How- HON. ELTON GALLEGLY OF CALIFORNIA INTRODUCTION ON THE TERRI- ever, this would not be possible on Guam or TORIES ECONOMIC DEVELOP- any of the other smaller territories. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Further, major bridge projects on Guam like MENT ACT OF 2011 Monday, August 1, 2011 the Ylig Bridge Replacement or the Route 4 Bridge repairs are not eligible for competitive Mr. GALLEGLY. Mr. Speaker, I rise in trib- HON. MADELEINE Z. BORDALLO funding under the National Bridge Program. ute to Henry ‘‘Hank’’ Lacayo, who will cele- OF GUAM Instead, such projects must solely be funded brate his 80th birthday next month. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES through the Territorial Highway Program. Despite the fact that Hank and I disagree on just about every political issue, we have be- Monday, August 1, 2011 Given the scope and cost of many of these projects, other road projects are deferred or come friends over the many decades we have Ms. BORDALLO. Mr. Speaker, today I have go unfunded. Thus, it is important to give the known each other. Hank is a man of great in- introduced the ‘‘Territories Economic Develop- small territories the same opportunity to com- tegrity and intelligence. What we do have in ment Opportunity Act,’’ a bill which would pete for this critical funding as any one of the common is a great love of our country and a amend Title 23 of United States Code, to pro- 50 states. desire to do whatever is in our power to make vide for the participation of the territories in Mr. Speaker, this bill allows us to begin a America a better place for all Americans. Federal-aid highway discretionary programs. discussion about the treatment of the terri- As Hank knows, I greatly respect his right to The bill provides a statutory fix to redress an tories in any forthcoming development of a be wrong on how to get there, as I’m sure he inequity in transportation funding options for surface transportation reauthorization bill. In says the same about me. Guam, the U.S. Virgin Islands, American an era of tight budgets, it is only fair and right To say Hank Lacayo is a union man is to Samoa and the Commonwealth of the North- to allow Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Vir- say that Hershey makes chocolate. ern Mariana Islands. gin Islands, and the Commonwealth of the I haven’t time to list all of Hank’s accom- I thank my colleagues, Congresswoman Northern Mariana Islands to compete for crit- plishments, but let me touch on some of the DONNA CHRISTENSEN of the U.S. Virgin Is- ical infrastructure funding that will help to de- highlights: lands; Congressman ENI FALEOMAVAEGA of velop economic opportunities and facilitate Hank began his labor career in 1953, and American Samoa; and Congressman commerce in each of our respective jurisdic- was soon elected to serve as President of GREGORIO KILILI CAMACHO SABLAN of the Com- tions. UAW Local 887, representing over 32,000 monwealth of the Northern Mariana Islands, workers at North American Aviation/Rockwell f for their cosponsorship of this important legis- International in Los Angeles. In 1974, he ac- lation. The ‘‘Territories Economic Development RECOGNIZING THE SUCCESS OF cepted a position with the union’s national Opportunity Act’’ ensures that our jurisdictions THE PARADA SAN JUAN headquarters in Detroit, Michigan, as an Exec- are able to compete for discretionary pro- BAUTISTA IN CAMDEN, NEW JER- utive Assistant to then President Leonard grams administered by the Federal Highway SEY Woodcock. Administration (FHWA). Currently, the jurisdic- He was appointed National Director of tions of Guam, American Samoa, the U.S. Vir- HON. ROBERT E. ANDREWS UAW’s political and legislative department. gin Islands, and the Commonwealth of the OF NEW JERSEY Under Democratic administrations, beginning Northern Mariana Islands are not eligible to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES with John F. Kennedy, he served as advisor to compete for funding under the National Bridge both current and past presidents of the United Program or the Ferry Boats and Ferry Ter- Monday, August 1, 2011 States. He has also been involved with the minal Facilities program. This legislation would Mr. ANDREWS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to electoral process of U.S. Senators, U.S. Rep- make the territories eligible to compete under honor and congratulate the Puerto Rican com- resentatives, State Governors and legislators, these discretionary funding accounts. munity of Camden on the occasion of the and national advocacy organizations through- Economic development and facilitation of Parada San Juan Bautista. The parade cele- out America. commerce in each of these jurisdictions is im- brates St. John the Baptist, the patron saint of Hank is listed in Who’s Who in Labor, First portant. On Guam, a safe and comprehensive Puerto Rico and the namesake of its capital, Edition. He currently serves as a Commis- road network is important to facilitating im- San Juan. This year’s festivities occurred on sioner of the California Commission on Aging, provements in our tourism industry. It is also Sunday, June 26th and marked the 54th anni- is a past member of the CCoA Executive important for the transport of military equip- versary of the annual parade. Committee and chair of the policy/advocacy ment and personnel from Andersen Air Force In 1957, parishioners from Our Lady of committee. He is the State President of the Base to Navy Base Guam. Without a well de- Mount Carmel Church decided to organize a Congress of California Seniors and a member veloped and maintained road network, these parade. Their goal was to promote a positive of the board of directors of: the Ventura Coun- industries on Guam would be difficult to sus- image of Puerto Rican heritage and to share ty Community Foundation; El Concilio Family tain. Therefore, a stronger infrastructure net- their culture with the city of Camden. This first Services; St. Barnabas Senior Services in L.A; work is important to maintaining and expand- parade has since expanded into a month-long Health Access; Jewish Labor Committee; Cali- ing these economic lynchpins of Guam’s econ- celebration. The current organizers’ dual ob- fornia Foundation on Aging; and CSU-CI omy. jectives are to strengthen ties within the Puer- Foundation; and Board Chair for La However, in an era of declining budgets and to Rican community and with the larger Cam- Hermandad. He is also a member of the Cal given the current planned reductions in discre- den community. State University Channel Island President’s tionary spending (according to the current def- The Parada San Juan Bautista holds special Circle. icit that will be voted on today by the House significance to the Puerto Rican community in Mr. Speaker, I know my colleagues join me of Representatives), it is prudent and respon- Camden. It is an opportunity for them to share in wishing Hank a Happy 80th Birthday and sible to ensure that the territories have the their culture with friends and enables them to wishing him many more with his wife, Leah, same opportunity as any other jurisdiction to pass on their traditions to younger genera- his family, and his many friends.

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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to responsible cuts to the National Endowment pact of the arts on our students and families; honor and pay tribute to an individual whose for the Arts (NEA). yet, this bill proposes cuts to the NEA that will dedication and contributions to the community To understand the rich history of federal negatively affect thousands of children, young of Riverside, California, are exceptional. River- funding for the arts, one need look no further adults, and seniors engaged in lifelong learn- side has been fortunate to have dynamic and than my home state of Florida. From our State ing. dedicated community leaders who willingly Library’s extensive archives of folksongs docu- As a legislator of more than 18 years and and unselfishly give their time and talent and menting the history of Florida’s multicultural as a mother of three, I have seen time and make their communities a better place to live fishing communities, the exquisite Depression- again the tremendous impact art has on the and work. Brad Hudson is one of these indi- era murals that tell the history of Florida along developmental growth of children. It helps viduals. On August 9, 2011, Brad will be hon- the walls of our Federal Courthouse in Talla- level the learning playing field without regard ored at a Riverside City Hall reception as he hassee, to Key West’s intricate Hurricane Me- to socioeconomic boundaries. Students en- ends his tenure as the City of Riverside’s City morial down south, evidence of the positive gaged in the arts perform better academically Manager. impact of federally supported art projects across the board and the NEA plays a crucial Brad Hudson came to the City of Riverside abound throughout Florida. role in enhancing arts education across the after serving as the Assistant County Execu- Federal funding for the arts began during a country. tive Officer of the Economic Development time of great economic hardship in our coun- Children exposed to the arts are also more Agency where he was responsible for broad try, under President Roosevelt’s New Deal. likely to do better in math, reading, and foreign activities and operations throughout the coun- During the Great Depression, artists were languages. I will always support funding for ty. among the tens of millions of Americans out of arts in education because I know it is critical Earlier, Brad spent more than 14 years with work. They were able to get back to work to America winning the future. An innovative the County of Riverside, where he began as through vital federal arts programs of the day. country depends on ensuring that everyone Deputy Chief Executive Officer for Eastern A significant portion of the materials docu- has access to the arts and to cultural oppor- Riverside County. Additionally, Hudson proud- menting Florida’s New Deal arts projects are tunity. We must guarantee that all children ly served his country in the United States Air housed in my home district, in the Broward who believe in their talent are able to see a Force. He received his B.S. degree from Cali- County Library’s Bienes Museum of the Mod- way to create a future for themselves in the fornia State University, Fresno, and an MPA ern Book. This collection contains hundreds of arts community, be it as a hobby or as a pro- from the University of San Francisco. vintage Florida tourism posters and postcards fession. Appointed as City Manager by the City created by artists employed by the Federal Ever since our nation’s founding, the in- Council, Brad has acted as the Chief Adminis- Arts Program (FAP), and visual aids produced spired works of our artists and artisans have trative Officer of the City. He enforces the for use in schools across the country. reflected the ingenuity, creativity, independ- laws and carries out the policies of the Council The words of President Roosevelt’s director ence and beauty of our country. Federal sup- through the control and direction of City De- of the FAP, Harry Hopkins, ring just as true port for the arts has helped preserve our cul- partments. In addition, during his time as City today as they did in 1939 when he said of art- tural legacies for generations and we must Manager, Brad made numerous recommenda- ists struggling during the Depression, ‘‘Hell, protect its ability to do so in the years to tions to the Council on legislation, fiscal mat- they have to eat too.’’ The arts are not just a come. The art our culture produces defines ters, capital improvements and other City poli- nice thing to have on display or something to who we are as a people and provides an es- cies, and he oversaw the responsibilities of do if there’s free time, or if one can afford it. sential account of our history for future gen- the Communications Officer and the Intergov- Arts jobs are real jobs, and today, more than erations of Americans. ernmental Relations Office. Riverside City ever, the arts are an economic engine in our I urge my colleagues to stand against these Council members have extensively praised communities. irresponsible cuts to the NEA, which provides Hudson for accomplishing so much during his My Congressional district is home to at least essential support for arts education and the six year tenure, particularly a long list of public 2,800 arts-related businesses that employ arts community. Federal support for the arts works projects known as the Riverside Ren- 10,000 people. In this time of economic hard- keeps people employed and puts more Ameri- aissance. After Brad leaves Riverside, he will ship, we know that the arts community has cans back to work. Now is certainly not the take the helm as the City of Sacramento’s been affected deeply—forced to shed jobs and time to falter on our commitment to our na- Chief Executive. As such, he will provide lead- lose critical donations from the private sector. tion’s dynamic arts sector. ership to ensure the smooth operation and I hear my colleagues across the aisle say f management of all City Departments. that the arts can and should be supported by In light of all Brad Hudson has done for the the private sector and philanthropy alone. INTRODUCTION OF THE ‘‘BUSINESS community of Riverside, we wish him the best However, federal support for the arts plays a TRANSPARENCY ON TRAF- as he moves on to his next professional en- critical role in leveraging private funding. On FICKING AND SLAVERY ACT’’ deavor. Brad’s tireless passion for the commu- average, each NEA grant leverages at least nity has contributed immensely to the better- seven dollars from other state, local, and pri- HON. CAROLYN B. MALONEY ment of Riverside, California. I am proud to vate sources. Private support cannot match OF NEW YORK call Brad a fellow community member, Amer- the leveraging role of government cultural IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES funding. In our current economic climate when ican and friend. I know that many community Monday, August 1, 2011 members are grateful for his service and sa- private donations are far harder to come by, lute him as he ends his time as City Manager this public seed money is more important than Mrs. MALONEY. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased for the City of Riverside. ever. to introduce bipartisan legislation along with The NEA facilitates essential public-private f my colleagues on the Human Trafficking Cau- partnerships through its grants and initiatives. cus, Reps. CHRIS SMITH and JACKIE SPEIER. NATIONAL ENDOWMENT FOR THE Thanks to NEA support, previously under- Most Americans are unaware that many of ARTS served rural and inner city communities across the goods they use each and every day have the country are seeing a resurgence of cultural passed through the hands of a slave at some HON. DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ opportunities, which in turn increases tourism point. In 2010, the U.S. Department of Labor OF FLORIDA and attracts business. The arts have been identified 128 goods from 70 countries that IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES shown to be a successful and sustainable were made by forced and child labor. We write strategy for revitalizing rural areas, inner cities to invite you to join us in becoming an original Monday, August 1, 2011 and populations struggling with poverty. Arts cosponsor of the Business Transparency on Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Mr. Speaker, organizations purchase goods and services Trafficking and Slavery Act, which will in- I rise today on behalf of the millions of Ameri- that help local merchants thrive. Last year crease transparency in supply chains in order

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