July 25, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E985 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

IN HONOR OF WILLIAM J. County, MO on its 150th anniversary. The city Office, and the Midland Police Department be- NOONAN’S RETIREMENT of Oran, founded on July 16, 1869, was origi- fore joining the Midland County Sheriff’s Office nally dubbed ‘‘St. Cloud’’ for the French town in 1982. HON. MARK E. AMODEI outside of Paris. The city was known to locals Throughout his nine terms as Sheriff of Mid- OF NEVADA as ‘‘The Land of the Watermelon.’’ land County, Gary dedicated himself to im- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES After some debate in the community and the proving the office. He utilized the latest tech- Thursday, July 25, 2019 opening of a new post office in 1882, the city nologies, helping law enforcement work faster, officially decided on the name Oran. Captain smarter, and better. He also notably organized Mr. AMODEI. Madam Speaker, on July Ward L. Smith, a retired sailor, selected the the first multi–jurisdictional narcotics task force 31st, an era will end. After a long and suc- name Oran in honor of the second most im- in West Texas, keeping our community safer. cessful career in government and the gaming portant city in Algeria, which he had visited Sheriff Painter has left behind a huge pair of industry—the last 18 years of which he spent during his time in the Navy. Oran is a North boots to fill. His legacy as a courageous, self- at Boyd Gaming—William J. Noonan will re- African word for lion and is historically associ- less, public servant will be remembered and tire. Bill’s long career—truly an American suc- ated with the Berber legend of ‘‘the Mountain honored by all those he inspired over his dec- cess story—has midwestern roots. A graduate of Lions.’’ ades of service. Gary has left behind his wife, of Missouri State before receiving his master’s Traditions are a staple in Oran. Over the Patsy, five children, seven grandchildren, and in public administration from the University years, the city has hosted fall festivals, town four great–grandchildren. God Bless his family Kansas, Bill spent years managing cities all and loved ones during this difficult time of across this country. From Springfield, Mis- celebrations, and picnics. Its most famous tra- dition is the Fourth of July picnic, which dates loss. Suzanne and I will continue to pray as souri, to small towns in Florida, and eventually our community mourns. to Las Vegas in the 1990s, Bill’s positive en- to 1908. Since its inception, the picnic has ergy and inspiring leadership guided cities been celebrated annually except for a three– f large and small through some of the toughest year break during World War II. The picnic RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBU- and most exciting of economic times. features a multitude of activities for families TIONS OF JUDY SCHNEIDER ON When Bill first landed in Las Vegas in 1990, and a firework show. The celebrations attract THE OCCASION OF HER RETIRE- it was a city of just under a million people. people from all walks of life each year. MENT Gaming was not widely legalized throughout Today, the city maintains its familiar farm the country, but was about to be . . . and Bill town character, even with a growing popu- HON. JAMIE RASKIN sensed a boom coming. He worked with city lation of over 1,300 residents. It is a charming community with a noteworthy history in the ag- OF MARYLAND leaders to prepare for what was to come and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES would soon take his skills into the private sec- ricultural development of the Bootheel and of tor for a number of companies who needed to family values. It is my great pleasure to cele- Thursday, July 25, 2019 understand the key relationship that exists be- brate Oran today on the occasion of its ses- Mr. RASKIN. Madam Speaker, I rise today tween the gaming industry and the commu- quicentennial birthday before the U.S. House to recognize a distinguished and enormously nities in which they operate. Bill was exactly of Representatives. popular constituent, Judy Schneider, who is the right person for the job. f well-known and beloved to the Members of Since those humble beginnings of his youth, this body. After nearly 43 years of devoted Bill has actually run a casino, dined with US HONORING THE LIFE OF MIDLAND service to the American people, she is retiring presidents, overseen corporate philanthropies SHERIFF GARY PAINTER her post as a Specialist on the Congress at that have donated millions to communities and the Congressional Research Service (CRS). worthwhile causes, successfully recruited a HON. K. MICHAEL CONAWAY Ms. Schneider began her career as a Con- professional football team to Las Vegas, and OF TEXAS gressional Staffer on the Temporary Select helped a city gather itself together after the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Committee to Study the Senate Committee horrific events of October 1 in his role as System, the House Commission on Adminis- Thursday, July 25, 2019 chairman of the Las Vegas Metro Chamber of trative Review, and the Senate Ethics Com- Commerce. Mr. CONAWAY. Madam Speaker, I rise mittee. Shortly thereafter she joined CRS as a For his leadership to community and coun- today to honor the life of Midland Sheriff Gary Congressional Procedures Analyst and then try, Bill’s been recognized numerous times— Painter, who was taken from us far too soon. became Specialist on the Congress. An ad- by his industry as the Gaming Professional of Sheriff Gary Painter served Midland County mired and respected senior-level expert on the the Year; by his alma mater as an outstanding with unconditional dedication for 34 years, and history, procedures, rules and culture of Con- alumnus; and by his state by serving on a will be remembered by West Texans as a pa- gress, she employed her sharp intellect, pro- number of prestigious boards. But if you know triot of integrity and valor. digious curiosity and seasoned experience to Bill, you know he really only cares about the Sheriff Painter is a native Texan, growing up the benefit of us all. appreciation of those with whom he works and a farming community north of Lubbock where Over the course of her career, Ms. Schnei- the recognition of his lifelong love Sylvia and his family planted cotton and grains. After der dedicated herself to the always urgent their beautiful family . . . with whom he now graduating from Plainview High School, he en- mission of congressional reform. She contrib- gets to spend a lot more time. listed in the United States Marine Corps and uted to the Joint Committee on the Organiza- I wish my friend well. I thank him for his dutifully served his nation through two tours of tion of Congress in 1991, navigated the cre- contributions, and I congratulate him on his re- duty in Vietnam. His unrelenting dedication to ation of the Department of Homeland Security tirement. our country earned him the National Defense after 9/11, and provided logistical support to f Service Medal, the Vietnam Campaign Medal, Members and staff during five separate CELEBRATING THE 150TH ANNI- the Vietnam Service Ribbon with 6 devices, changes of party control in the House. VERSARY OF THE CITY OF ORAN the Presidential Unit Commendation, and the Never content keeping her vast procedural Vietnam Cross of Gallantry. He was honorably knowledge to herself, Ms. Schneider devel- discharged from the United States Marine oped new orientation programs for incoming HON. JASON SMITH Corps with the rank of Sergeant on August 31, Senate Chairs, co-authored the Congressional OF MISSOURI 1970. Deskbook guide to Congress, and advised IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Upon his return to Texas, he began his ca- Members through hearings, markups, and Thursday, July 25, 2019 reer in law enforcement, working for the Texas committee assignment bids. She also co- Mr. SMITH of Missouri. Madam Speaker, I Department of Public Safety, Culberson Coun- founded a program to train thousands of con- rise today to honor the city of Oran in Scott ty’s Sheriff’s Office, Presidio County’s Sheriff’s gressional staffers and conducted professional

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:21 Jul 26, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K25JY8.001 E25JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS E986 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 25, 2019 trainings at the Brookings Institution. Her in 1989. He graduated with honors from the physician, banker, pilot, farmer, entrepreneur mentorship and scholarship have informed a Field Artillery Basic and Advanced Courses, and humanitarian. He was born on March 11, generation of congressional employees and I and in 1994 he returned to serve as a Fire 1930, in Red Bay, Alabama to Dock and Ora feel reassured knowing that her institutional in- Support Instructor. After his subsequent as- S. Segars. He was an honor graduate of Red fluence will continue long past the date of her signment, he was selected to attend the Naval Bay High School and the Auburn University retirement. Postgraduate School where he earned a mas- School of Pharmacy. Upon completion of his Unsurprisingly given the scope and depth of ter’s degree in National Security Affairs. Col. studies at Auburn, he married his high school her achievements, Ms. Schneider has been Lyons was selected for duty as a Marine sweetheart, Martha Ann Thompson. He joined decorated with many recognitions. She re- Attache´ in 2000, studying Arabic at the For- the U.S. Army as a Second Lieutenant and ceived a Meritorious Service Award and a eign Service Institute in Washington, DC. Col. was promoted to the rank of First Lieutenant Congressional Staff Leadership Award from Lyons then served as an Attache´ in Qatar, while serving in Korea from 1953 to 1955. He the Stennis Center, as well as several awards Israel, and Oman, where he led strategic plan- received many recognitions for his service in- from the Congressional Management Founda- ning teams to further national security objec- cluding the American Defense Medal, Korean tion and the Women in Government Relations tives. Service Medal, United Nations Medal and (WGR) society. WGR even created a fellow- After his promotion to Lieutenant Colonel in Army Commendation Medal. ship in her name to honor her service to ‘‘the 2005, Col. Lyons was selected to attend the Following his military service, he pursued thousands of women she has mentored, de- Israeli National Defense College where he his interest in medicine and graduated from veloped, and trained.’’ graduated with honors. In 2008, Col. Lyons the University of Mississippi School of Medi- After spending her career shaping Congress deployed to Iraq as an Engagements Officer cine in 1959. In 1982, he established The into a more effective, procedurally efficient where he was a key figure in coordinating al- Segars Clinic, and it quickly became known as place, Ms. Schneider now heads to Sea Isle lies to secure the transfer of Anbar Province the State’s most innovative and technically ad- City, New Jersey, for an extremely well-de- back to Iraqi control. In 2014 he returned to vanced medical facilities in North Mississippi. served retirement. I thank her for her career the Defense Attache´ Service and served as In 1962, Dr. Segars chartered the First Na- and service, and I have been immensely the Chief of Operations until 2016, where he tional Bank of Iuka. Today, First American Na- proud to call her my friend and constituent and directed operations in crisis regions throughout tional Bank operates nine branches in six will always consider her so. She has our best the world. counties. wishes. Col. Lyons is currently the Senior Marine Left to cherish his memory is his wife of al- Representative at the Naval Postgraduate most 67 years, Martha Thompson Segars; his f school, where he teaches Innovation Leader- sons—Scott Segars and Mark Segars of Iuka, HONORING CHANDLER PARK CON- ship and is widely respected as a professor MS; and his daughter Leigh Ann Segars of SERVANCY’S MARSHLAND and mentor of our next generation of military Pensacola, Florida as well as five grand- PROJECT leaders. In his role as the Associate Dean of children. Research, Col. Lyons employs an interdiscipli- Dr. Segars’ life was one of service, love for HON. RASHIDA TLAIB nary approach by connecting academic re- his family, and community. He will be greatly searchers with military practitioners. missed by all whom he encountered. OF MICHIGAN Col. Lyons’ personal decorations emphasize f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his efforts and unwavering dedication to serv- Thursday, July 25, 2019 ing our country. They include the Defense HONORING AVIATION MACHINIST’S Meritorious Service Medal with Oak Leaf Clus- MATE 1ST CLASS GORDON Ms. TLAIB. Madam Speaker, I rise today to KINNEY ON HIS 105TH BIRTHDAY recognize Chandler Park Conservancy as they ter, the Navy and Marine Corps Meritorious break ground on a marshland conservation Service Medal with gold star, and the Navy project in Detroit, Michigan. and Marine Corps Commendation Medal with HON. DANIEL LIPINSKI OF ILLINOIS Michigan is well known for its beautiful lakes gold stars. Col. Lyons has received two De- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and rivers that are home to diverse wildlife. partment of State Superior Honor Awards for But these areas are at risk of being lost as his esteemed work as an Attache´, one for his Thursday, July 25, 2019 more areas become developed, especially in work in Israel during the Israeli withdrawal Mr. LIPINSKI. Madam Speaker, I rise today cities like Detroit. Chandler Park Conservancy from Gaza in 2005 and another for his work in in recognition of Aviation Machinist’s Mate 1st is taking steps to preserve those areas and Oman between 2011 and 2014. Class Gordon Kinney of Chicago, Illinois, who make spaces habitable for wild plants and ani- Col. Lyon’s distinguished career of military is celebrating his 105th birthday today. Mr. mals to flourish again. service is nothing short of an inspiration, and Kinney is a veteran who bravely served our Beyond restoring natural beauty to the area, his legacy of teaching and leadership will un- nation in the United States Navy during World the project will provide the added benefit of di- doubtedly live on through our future genera- War II. verting storm water from the city’s already tions of service members. He embodies dedi- Mr. Kinney was deployed to Japan during overburdened sewer system; it will create sus- cation and service, and the central coast of his three-year tour of duty in World War II, tainable rain gardens and house an outdoor California has benefitted greatly from his pres- where he served as a Navy Aircraft Crew classroom where students can learn more ence. I whole-heartedly wish Col. Lyons, his Chief aboard a PBM Mariner aircraft nick- about conserving and protecting our natural wife Kristiana and their three daughters, named ABLE. PBM Mariner flight crews resources. Grace, Eleanor and Jordan the best during his played a vital role throughout the war, acting Please join me in tribute to the Chandler retirement. Madam Speaker, I ask that my col- as patrol bombers as well as performing high Park Conservancy in honor of its marshland leagues in the House join me in thanking priority search and rescue missions for conservation project. Colonel Todd W. Lyons for his honorable serv- downed pilots and aircrews. The crew com- ice to our nation and congratulating him on his f plement consisted of three pilots, two naviga- well-deserved retirement. tors, and four crew. Mr. Kinney was drawn to HONORING COLONEL TODD W. f aviation at a young age and knew he wanted LYONS RECOGNIZING THE LIFE OF DR. to fly from the time he was only five years old. KELLY SCOTT SEGARS, SR. Mr. Kinney and each of his three brothers HON. JIMMY PANETTA answered the call of duty and fought to defend OF CALIFORNIA our country during World War II. He and his HON. TRENT KELLY brothers were inspired by their family’s long IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF MISSISSIPPI tradition of service to our country, dating back Thursday, July 25, 2019 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to their father and grandfather. Mr. PANETTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today Thursday, July 25, 2019 For Mr. Kinney’s heroism and extraordinary to recognize Colonel Todd W. Lyons for his Mr. KELLY of Mississippi. Madam Speaker, achievement during his military service, he thirty years of honorable service to our country I rise today to celebrate the life of Dr. Kelly was awarded the Distinguished Flying Cross and congratulate him on his retirement from Scott Segars, Sr., who passed away on Tues- as well as the Air Medal. These decorations the United States Marine Corps. day, July 23rd at the age of 89. exemplify Mr. Kinney’s dedication to the Col. Lyons was commissioned as a Second Dr. Segars, a resident of Iuka, Mississippi, Navy’s core values of honor, courage, and Lieutenant in the United States Marine Corps served his community, state, and nation as a commitment, as well as his country.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:21 Jul 26, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K25JY8.004 E25JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS July 25, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E987 Mr. Kinney’s sacrifice and dedication to our SUPPORT FOR H.R. 748 The only remaining question a reasonable country are an inspiration to us all. He is a observer might ask is why has repeal taken so man who defended our country at a time of HON. JOE COURTNEY long? Given the initial 5-year delay in the tax’s tremendous need. I ask my colleagues to join OF CONNECTICUT effective date in 2010, based on Speaker me in honoring his service, bravery, and dedi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Nancy Pelosi’s opposition and the two subse- cation to his family and community. Thursday, July 25, 2019 quent delays until 2022, it is true that the warning flags were up on this tax early and f Mr. COURTNEY. Madam Speaker, I would Congress should have acted sooner. In the like to thank Chairman NEAL for his leadership Congresses that followed 2010 ACA enact- ASTORIA REGATTA managing this bill on the floor. As Chair of the ment, there was ample opportunity to get this Ways and Means Committee, his advocacy is done. In the 114th Congress an identical sur- a powerful message to the House to pass the gical repeal bill had 188 bipartisan cospon- HON. SUZANNE BONAMICI Middle Class Health Benefits Tax Repeal Act. sors. In the 115th Congress a surgical bill had I also want to thank Ranking Member BRADY 304 bipartisan cosponsors. Despite that broad OF OREGON and Rep. MIKE KELLY for their bipartisan ef- based support, neither Speaker John Boehner forts in support of this bill, defying the polar- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nor Paul Ryan ever called those bills up for a ized politics that far too often dominates the vote. I know because I was the lead Demo- Thursday, July 25, 2019 health care debate. Madam Speaker, this bill today comes with cratic sponsor on every one of those meas- Ms. BONAMICI. Madam Speaker, I rise to the support of a more than 650 health care ures. congratulate the Astoria Regatta, the City of stakeholders who, over the last ten years, Madam Speaker, with 370 House cospon- Astoria, and Clatsop County on the 125th have joined together to repeal the 40 percent sors, I am hopeful an overwhelming tally to- celebration of the Regatta. This is a joyous excise tax on higher premium health plans night will send a laser-like message to the milestone for one of the oldest festivals west scheduled to go into effect in 2022. Senate to adopt this bill as soon as possible, of the Rocky Mountains and an important mo- This tax was a late add on to the Affordable as is. ment to pause and reflect on the significance Care Act and has been rattling around in the of the Regatta to our region. federal tax code ever since, never having ac- f tually collected a penny of revenue, but none- Since the Astoria Regatta’s founding in RECOGNIZING LILA MILLER AND 1894, it has celebrated our connection to the theless casting an statutory shadow over 180 million Americans’ health plans—we know in ELIZABETH SAUNDERS FOR mighty Columbia River and our heritage as a THEIR SUCCESS IN THE 2019 seafaring and fishing community. The first fes- real life from HR administrators and employee representatives it has added pressure to shift USROWING NATIONAL CHAM- tival, which evolved out of the custom of boat PIONSHIPS racing on the river, included a parade of 22 coverage into higher deductible health plans. decorated yachts and the presence of the U.S. As the Commonwealth Fund recently reported, Monitor Monterey. Early Regattas featured a the numbers of Americans who are under- HON. JACK BERGMAN insured as the result of high deductibles has four-and-a-half mile swim across the river, and OF MICHIGAN the popular Salmon Derby. Since then, the grown by over 50 percent since 2005. Kaiser Regatta has grown with the additions of the Family Foundation just reported that 31 per- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES cent of employer health plans will get hit by Regatta Court, the Grand Land Parade, the Thursday, July 25, 2019 Seaman’s Memorial, the rose planting cere- the tax in 2022, and that number will grow mony, and many other special community tra- sharply soon after. Passage of this bill will Mr. BERGMAN. Madam Speaker, it’s my ditions. stop that trend from worsening, lift the shadow honor to recognize Lila Miller and Elizabeth that overhangs employer-sponsored plans, Saunders for their success in the 2019 Today, the Astoria Regatta embodies the and give millions of teachers, factory workers, USRowing National Championships. Through best aspects of our region. Through the Royal small businesses, firefighters and the like, re- their perseverance and determination, Lila and Court, the Regatta helps develop the leader- lief. Elizabeth have distinguished themselves as ship skills of young women. The Regatta is As the bill’s lead sponsor, I want to foot athletes and representatives of their commu- also an opportunity to praise the dedication of stomp the fact that repeal of the tax does not nity and Michigan’s First District. community leaders who serve as Regatta Dig- touch the architecture of the ACA’s patient Although Lila is blind, she has learned to nitaries: the Admiral, Admiral’s Aide, and the protections. Repeal is completely severable row over the past several years as a member Grand Marshals. And through the Seaman’s from the other 440 sections of the law and of the Lake Leelanau Rowing Club. Together, Memorial, the Regatta allows us to remember leaves intact essential health benefits, and the she and Elizabeth have developed a passion and memorialize those we have lost on the elimination of preexisting conditions exclusions for the sport—and rowing together at the US- river and the ocean. and lifetime caps to name a few. Given that Rowing National Championships, they brought those patient protections have been in full op- Although World War I and World War II in- home gold medals for the club. With rowers eration for the last ten years, while this ‘‘zom- terrupted the celebration of the Astoria Re- varying in age from 12 to the mid-80’s, the bie tax’’ has been in a coma during that time, gatta, the community always found a way to Lake Leelanau Rowing Club is a 501(c)(3) restore it. In fact, many of our long-standing it is abundantly clear that the tax is discon- nected from the rest of the law. Lastly, I want charitable organization dedicated to promoting community institutions have ties to the Re- access to rowing for Michiganders of all ages gatta: in 1933, the newly-founded Astoria to underscore the CBO determination that passage will not result in any increase in the and experience levels. They host national Yacht Club helped bring the Regatta back sculling clinics, rowing camps, and year-round after the First World War, and the Clatsop number of uninsured. There is one other concern that observers programs for local youth and adults, including County Fair began in 1905 as an agricultural have raised, namely the impact on the na- for those with visual impairments. These pro- exhibit of the Regatta. Past Regattas marked tional debt. Again, JCT has given a mixed re- grams are held on the grounds and lakefront the Lewis and Clark Sesquicentennial Cele- port. The good news is that repeal this year at Fountain Point Resort, Michigan’s oldest bration in 1955, the opening of the Astoria- 2019 will result in no budget impact in 2020 waterfront resort and a National Historic Site. Megler Bridge in 1966, the U.S. Bicentennial and 2021. In the following two years they esti- Fountain Point and Lake Leelanau offer the in 1976, and the Bicentennial of Astoria in mate a loss of 21 billion in tax revenue. In the ideal location for cultivating a love of rowing, 2011. out years their projections grow exponentially, offering 17 miles of pristine water for rowers We can only imagine what E.J. Smith, editor based on a theory of ‘‘wage effect’’ cause by like Lila and Elizabeth to practice the sport. of The Daily Morning Astorian, and Frank M. the ‘‘thinning’’ of health plans’ value and a cor- Madam Speaker, it’s my honor to congratu- Gunn, secretary of the Astoria Football Club, responding increase in wages. To say that the late Lila Miller and Elizabeth Saunders for would think about the 125th anniversary of the ‘‘wage effect’’ theory is debatable is an under- their success in the 2019 USRowing National tradition they started in 1894. Like us, surely statement, and employee groups such as Championships. Michiganders can take great they would be proud of the community that Wage Works, the AFL–CIO, police and fire- pride in knowing the First District is home to Astoria has become, the growth and vitality of fighter groups ferociously deny the validity of such exceptional individuals. On behalf of my this region, and the continuation of this grand the ‘‘wage effect’’ based on their real life expe- constituents, I wish Elizabeth and Lila all the tradition. rience at the collective bargaining table. best in their future endeavors.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:21 Jul 26, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K25JY8.008 E25JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS E988 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 25, 2019 HONORING CHP OFFICER ROGER they celebrate their bicentennial. First opened consideration the bill (H.R. 3239) to require GORE in 1819 by Abraham Tappan, Tappan Chairs U.S. Customs and Border Protection to per- has become a pillar in the Sandwich commu- form an initial health screening on detain- ees, and for other purposes: nity. HON. JIM COSTA Ms. McCOLLUM. Mr. Chair, I rise in strong OF CALIFORNIA This business stayed in the Tappan family support of H.R. 3239, the Humanitarian Stand- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES for over a hundred years through the work of the founder’s son, Daniel, and grandsons, ards for Individuals in Customs and Border Thursday, July 25, 2019 Walter and Winthrop. Although it has changed Protection Custody Act. Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to owners since those early days, the style and Having visited federal immigration detention honor the life and sacrifice of California High- durability of Tappan Chairs has remained, and facilities along the U.S.-Mexico border, I have way Patrol Officer Roger Davis Gore. On April they are still produced on the same vintage seen firsthand the alarming conditions im- 5, 1970, Officer Gore was one of four CHP of- equipment that they were crafted on so many posed on many immigrant refugees by the ficers tragically gunned down in a police generations ago. Trump administration. There is no question shooting near Interstate 5. In remembrance of The success and longevity of Tappan that we have a humanitarian crisis on our bor- his sacrifice, a section of State Highway 99 in Chairs is a testament to the enduring work der. It is also clear that the immigrant deten- Merced is being dedicated to him and his col- ethic of its owners, who for generation after tion system operated by U.S. Customs and league, Officer Walter Frago. generation, stepped in to take its mantel. On Border Protection (CBP) needs significant re- Born on February 17, 1947 to Max Gore behalf of my constituents in New Hampshire’s form and passing H.R. 3239 is the first step in and Bertha M. Staley, Officer Gore was the First Congressional District, I congratulate ev- the process of improving this distressing situa- second born in his family of three in the eryone at Tappan Chairs on an exciting anni- tion. H.R. 3239 would finally establish a basic Merced County town of Snelling, California. versary. I hope that they are able to celebrate standard of care for immigrants in CBP cus- He graduated from Merced High School and this impressive milestone and wish them the tody, including clearly defining the require- later attended Merced College before becom- best of luck in their next 200 years of busi- ments for sanitation, nutrition, and hygiene in ing a CHP officer in 1967. Together, he and ness! I thank them for all that they do to make his wife Valerie were the parents of one CBP detention facilities. The legislation would the Granite State such a wonderful place to also ensure health screenings by medical pro- daughter, Elyce. work, live, and play. On April 5, 1970, Officers Frago and Gore fessionals for every immigrant in CBP custody. were the first to respond to a suspect who had f I would note that this legislation was written been reported brandishing a weapon. Upon INTRODUCTION OF THE ALLOWING with the input of CBP Officers who both under- pulling over a vehicle with two men, a gun BODY CAMERAS IN JOINT TASK stand the scope of the humanitarian crisis and fight ensued leaving Officers Frago and Gore, FORCES ACT OF 2019 the changes that need to be made in order to as well as Officers George Aleyn and James ensure that immigrants in CBP custody get the Pence dead. This tragedy is one still remem- HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON necessary medical care they may require. With regards to the Republican Motion to bered by the law enforcement community and OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA Recommit on H.R. 3239, I am unable to sup- Merced County residents as Officers Frago IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Gore were both born and raised in port it because Congress still requires an- Merced. Thursday, July 25, 2019 swers from CBP officials on why Members of In honor of Officer Gore’s commitment to Ms. NORTON. Madam Speaker, today, Congress and immigrants were targeted in a duty and sacrifice, the section of Highway 99 Representative DONALD S. BEYER, Jr. and I in- derogatory Facebook group run by current and between Mission Avenue and Campus Park- troduce the Allowing Body Cameras in Joint former CBP employees. However, I would like way is being dedicated as the CHP Officers Task Forces Act of 2019. This bill would pro- to strongly state that I will always stand in Walter Frago and Roger Gore Memorial Free- hibit the federal government from refusing to support of our federal employees who follow way. This location is fitting, as Campus Park- work with local police departments that require their oath of office. Many employees at CBP way will eventually connect Highway 99 to the their officers to wear body cameras. Our bill put their safety at risk on a daily basis, con- University of California, Merced campus. This would apply to all federal agencies. duct themselves with integrity, and they should section of highway being dedicated will con- Under current policy, though it appears to be supported. tinue to ensure our local community and future be unwritten, the Department of Justice has Mr. Chair, I urge my colleagues to support generations remember and honor the sacrifice been refusing to participate in task forces with H.R. 3239. of these two young officers, each of whom lost local police departments that have body cam- f their lives at 23-years-old on that tragic day. era requirements. The CHP Officers Walter Frago and Roger The Justice Department has determined that PAYING TRIBUTE TO MR. J. Gore Memorial Freeway symbolizes the sac- 47 percent of police departments in the coun- FRANK FILGO rifice these two gentlemen gave for all citizens try have body cameras. It is beyond reason to to help continue building a better future for our prevent these numerous police agencies from HON. ROBERT B. ADERHOLT community and country. Furthermore, it will participating in federal task forces if their offi- OF ALABAMA help bridge Merced County’s past to its cers wear body cameras. The federal govern- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES present and remind community members of ment should be encouraging the use of officer Thursday, July 25, 2019 the dedication to duty exhibited by these two body cameras instead of discouraging their Mr. ADERHOLT. Madam Speaker, I would fine officers. use. This bill only applies to uniformed offi- like to pay tribute to Mr. J. Frank Filgo, on the Madam Speaker, I urge my colleagues to cers, which means federal officials could occasion of his retirement as President and join me in honoring the duty and sacrifice of refuse to participate in task forces if body Chief Executive Officer for the Alabama Truck- CHP Officer Roger Gore. It is both fitting and cameras are used during undercover oper- ing Association after more than 24 years of appropriate that we honor him as the CHP Of- ations. service. Mr. Filgo made a tremendous impact ficers Walter Frago and Roger Gore Memorial I urge my colleagues to support this legisla- on the Alabama Trucking Association, leading Freeway is dedicated. I wish his family, the tion. it with honor and character while advocating California Highway Patrol, and the Merced law f for the trucking industry’s needs in Alabama’s enforcement community the best as this sec- political arena. tion of Highway 99 is dedicated in his honor. HUMANITARIAN STANDARDS FOR INDIVIDUALS IN CUSTOMS AND Mr. Filgo graduated from Mississippi State f BORDER PROTECTION CUSTODY University with a Bachelor of Science in Social IN HONOR OF THE BICENTENNIAL ACT Studies Teacher Education and is a graduate OF TAPPAN CHAIRS of the National Institute of Organization Man- SPEECH OF agement at the University of Delaware. He re- HON. CHRIS PAPPAS ceived his Certified Association Executive des- HON. BETTY McCOLLUM ignation in 1988 and served as Chairman of OF NEW HAMPSHIRE OF MINNESOTA the Alabama Society of Association Execu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tives. Throughout his career, he has been ac- Thursday, July 25, 2019 Wednesday, July 24, 2019 tive in several state pro-business coalitions, in- Mr. PAPPAS. Madam Speaker, I rise today The House in Committee of the Whole cluding serving on the Board of Directors of to recognize Tappan Chairs of Sandwich as House on the state of the Union had under the Business Council of Alabama (BCA).

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I am humbled to honor South America. also a former chairman of the Region II Truck- the life of Mr. Roy Bates before the United The talented citizens of Argentina and Chile ing Association Executive Council and cur- States Congress. can be proud of their achievements with Ar- rently serves as its secretary. f gentina having a land mass equal to the U.S., In recognition of his tireless work on behalf east of Mississippi River and narrow Chile at of Alabama’s trucking industry, as well as his DYNAMIC ARGENTINA AND CHILE 8,000 miles—three time the length of Cali- leadership in the state’s business community, fornia. Mr. Filgo received the Alabama Trucking As- HON. JOE WILSON f sociation’s 2015 H. Chester Webb Award for OF SOUTH CAROLINA IN MEMORY OF DR. EDITH IRBY Distinguished Services and the 2017 Jo Bon- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES JONES ner Spirit of Leadership Award as presented Thursday, July 25, 2019 by the BCA. Mr. Filgo is known in both Alabama and Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam HON. EDDIE BERNICE JOHNSON Washington for his impressive ability to build Speaker, this past weekend of the 50th anni- OF TEXAS coalitions to improve the business climate for versary of the U.S. Landing on the Moon, I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES all Alabamians, especially those in the trucking was grateful to join with Chairman ALBIO SIRES Thursday, July 25, 2019 of the Foreign Affairs Subcommittee of the industry. His ability to forge relationships, co- Ms. JOHNSON of Texas. Madam Speaker, ordination of staff, and leadership style have Western Hemisphere to participate in a bipar- tisan delegation to Argentina and Chile. Addi- I rise today to recognize and pay tribute to the brought him immense success and significant distinguished life and legacy of Dr. Edith Irby positive impact on Alabama’s trucking commu- tional members were TED DEUTCH, TOM GRAVES, TED YOHO, and NORMA TORRES. Jones, who passed away on July 15, 2019. nity. With extraordinary and sincere gratitude, Dr. Jones was the epitome of a trailblazer. I thank Mr. Filgo for his dedicated service and The initial purpose of the CODEL was to at- tend the Remembrance Ceremony commemo- In 1948, she became the first African Amer- outstanding contributions to Alabama and the ican student admitted to the University of Ar- Alabama trucking community. I wish Mr. Filgo rating the 25th Anniversary of the terrorist bombing of the Argentine Israelite Mutual As- kansas Medical School—six years before the all the best as he retires from the Alabama Supreme Court’s Brown v. Board of Education Trucking Association, and may God bless him, sociation (AMIA) Jewish Community Center. Secretary of State Mike Pompeo provided a decision. In 1959, Dr. Jones again made his- his wife Jackie, his daughter Marianne, his tory as the first African American woman resi- son Jack, and his entire family in the next heartfelt tribute for the 85 victims viciously murdered by cowardly perpetrators traced to dent at Baylor College of Medicine. Twenty-six chapter of his life. years later, Dr. Jones became the first female f the terrorists of Hezbollah financed by the Ira- nian regime. AMIA President Ariel Eichbaum president of the National Medical Association, IN HONOR OF ROY BATES welcomed diplomats from across South Amer- an organization that has represented black ica. physicians since 1895. HON. ANDY BARR We also visited the memorial park at the For half a century, Dr. Jones committed her- site of the Israeli Embassy which was bombed self to serving marginalized communities in OF KENTUCKY Houston’s Greater Third Ward area. She often IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES in 1992 murdering 29 victims who were largely Argentinian citizens who were tragically simply went beyond the typical duties of a physician Thursday, July 25, 2019 walking in the neighborhood. by making house calls and picking up patients in her van in order to expand services to the Mr. BARR. Madam Speaker, I rise today to Due to the respect of Chairman SIRES, the honor the life of a special man, Roy Bates, of delegation was welcomed to the office of underserved in the community. Along with her Winchester, Kentucky. Mr. Bates, a true pa- President Mauricio Macri. It was impressive to work in Houston, Dr. Jones treated patients, triot, passed away on July 4, 2019. meet with such a public servant who so clearly trained physicians, and founded a clinic in Roy Bates was quite eager to serve his loves and appreciates the people he serves of Haiti. Service and dedication for the less fortu- country and attempted unsuccessfully to enlist Argentina. nate were integral components of Dr. Jones’s in the Navy and in the Army when he was not U.S. Ambassador Eduard Prado and his remarkable career, and we are truly grateful yet of legal age. In 1950, when he was 18 wife Maria hosted our visit to the historic Am- for the impact she has had on generations of years old, he enlisted in the Marine Corps and bassador’s residence where we met the cou- aspiring African American medical profes- went to Parris Island for training. He was as- rageous Ambassador from Venezuela Elisa sionals. signed to Company C, 1st Battalion, 7th Regi- Trotta Gamus. Ambassador Gamus has been Outside of her medical practice, Dr. Jones ment, 1st Division. He was soon sent to Korea appointed by the legitimate government of notably worked alongside Dr. Martin Luther to join his fellow Marines. Venezuela led by Interim-President Juan King, Jr., as part of the ‘‘Freedom Four,’’ a On September 1, 1951, just 3 days before Guaido opposed to the dictatorship of the dis- group that traveled throughout the segregated his 19th birthday, Mr. Bates was on patrol graced Nicolas Madura who has plundered the South to encourage people to join the civil when his group was ambushed. They were formerly wealthy nation of Venezuela stealing rights movement. Dr. Jones is survived by her daughter, Myra; taking heavy fire. Crawling on his belly trying from its impoverished citizens. sons, Gary and Keith; and many wonderful to reach cover, he heard the dreaded click of In Santiago, Chile, a very professional coun- grandchildren and great-grandchildren. a landmine beneath him. His left leg was try team briefing was provided at the Embassy I ask my colleagues to join me in remem- blown away and his right leg sustained numer- confirming Chile as a very dynamic democracy bering Dr. Jones and her extraordinary con- ous wounds. Severely wounded, he was car- with extraordinary economic success as a tributions to medicine, social justice, and the ried off the field by two fellow Marines. One of model of free market benefits of reducing pov- Greater Houston community. We thank her those who carried him off was killed in action erty. The professionalism of the military of and will miss her dearly. a few days later. Many years later Mr. Bates Chile was presented as they are partnered was reunited with Royce Henry, the other Ma- with the Texas National Guard. Charge d’Af- f rine who saved him. faires Baxter Hunt has an enthusiastic staff. HONORING CHP OFFICER WALTER Mr. Bates spent 7 years in and out of hos- The U.S. Chile lnterparliamentary Friendship FRAGO pitals and had 32 surgeries. He received a Group of the Chamber of Deputies led by Purple Heart as well as numerous other med- Chamber President Ivan Flores Garcia hosted HON. JIM COSTA als. He married his wife Betty and they had 4 a meeting with Chilean parliamentarians of dif- OF CALIFORNIA children. Mr. Bates eventually returned home ferent parties who all were clear in their appre- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to Winchester where he always cherished a ciation and respect for America. deep love for his country and for the Marine U.S. educated, Fulbright Scholar, President Thursday, July 25, 2019 Corps. He was a well respected member of Sebastian Pinera welcomed the delegation to Mr. COSTA. Madam Speaker, I rise today to his community who exemplified good char- the Presidential Palace. More traveled than honor the life and sacrifice of California High- acter and a positive attitude all of his life. the delegation, he has visited all 50 U.S. way Patrol Officer Walter Carroll Frago. On

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Since its creation, Bravo Company, NEW Highway 99 in Merced is being dedicated to The system’s success has already led to its Battalion has already helped veterans in him and his colleague, Officer Roger Gore. expansion, giving more communities access to Northeast Wisconsin navigate and return to ci- Born on December 22, 1946 to Augustine L. efficient, carbon-free transportation. vilian life. I am confident the organization will Frago and Rose M. Piovano, Officer Frago The increased commercial investment continue to help many more returning veterans was the third of seven children in the family. around bikeshare stations and networks is as its ranks grow. He graduated from Our Lady of Mercy High driving economic development across the The commitment to excellence, dedication School and later Merced College. In 1965, he country. Systems are opening in communities and service that Elaina Koltz, Scott Katzka, married Nicola B. Dunaway, together they had of all sizes from Los Angeles and Cleveland to Ken Corry, Dick Marbes, and Patrick Fauldes two daughters Amorette and Gabriell. In 1968, Topeka and Birmingham. While some existing have shown is integral to the success of vet- he began his career as a CHP officer. bikeshare programs received federal dollars to erans transitioning to civilian life in Brown On April 5, 1970, Officers Frago and Gore develop their systems, the lack of an estab- County. These founding board members of were the first to respond to a suspect who had lished funding source has proved an impedi- Bravo Company, NEW Battalion insure that been reported brandishing a weapon. Upon ment to many other projects. Since the term veterans receive a warm welcome from active pulling over a vehicle with two men, a gun ‘‘bikeshare’’ is not defined in U.S. code or de- duty or deployment back home to Brown fight ensued leaving Officers Frago and Gore, scribed by law as a form of transit, existing County. They truly demonstrate selfless serv- as well as Officers George Aleyn and James bikeshare systems and departments of trans- ice and are an asset to this community. Pence dead. This tragedy is one still remem- portation are forced to operate in a gray area, Madam Speaker, I urge all members of this bered by the law enforcement community and creating challenges for funding, maintaining, body to join me in applauding Bravo Com- Merced County residents as Officers Frago and administering these programs. pany, NEW Battalion, its board, and its vet- and Gore were both born and raised in Today, I am reintroducing the Bikeshare eran volunteer sponsors for their service to Merced. Transit Act of 2019, legislation that will elimi- discharged veterans in Northeast Wisconsin. I In honor of Officer Frago’s commitment to nate this gray area by defining bikeshare in am proud to have such an organization in my duty and sacrifice, the section of Highway 99 statute and making bikeshare systems eligible district, one which consists of many veterans between Mission Avenue and Campus Park- to receive funding to enhance related public whose service continues even after they re- way is being dedicated as the CHP Officers transportation service or transit facilities. The move their uniform. Walter Frago and Roger Gore Memorial Free- bill allows federal funding to be used for ac- f way. This location is fitting, as Campus Park- quiring or replacing bikeshare-related equip- way will eventually connect Highway 99 to the ment and constructing bikeshare facilities. COAST GUARD AUTHORIZATION University of California, Merced campus. This Bikeshare systems will also be listed as eligi- ACT OF 2019 section of highway being dedicated will con- ble projects under the Congestion Mitigation SPEECH OF tinue to ensure our local community and future and Air Quality (CMAQ) Improvement Pro- generations remember and honor the sacrifice gram. HON. ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS of these two young officers, each of whom lost The Bikeshare Transit Act will remove sig- OF MARYLAND their lives at 23-years-old on that tragic day. nificant barriers facing new and existing IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The CHP Officers Walter Frago and Roger bikeshare projects applying for federal funding Wednesday, July 24, 2019 Gore Memorial Freeway symbolizes the sac- while underscoring that bikeshare programs rifice these two gentlemen gave for all citizens drive economic development and add value to Mr. CUMMINGS. Mr. Speaker, I thank you to help continue building a better future for our America’s transportation system. as well as Chairman MALONEY, Ranking Mem- community and country. Furthermore, it will f ber GRAVES, and Ranking Member GIBBS, for help bridge Merced County’s past to its your leadership. present and remind community members of IN RECOGNITION OF BRAVO COM- I rise in support of H.R. 3409, and applaud the dedication to duty exhibited by these two PANY, NEW BATTALION’S SERV- the inclusion of Title VIII, the Coast Guard fine officers. ICE IN BROWN COUNTY, WIS- Academy Improvement Act. Madam Speaker, I urge my colleagues to CONSIN I have been honored to work closely with join me in honoring the duty and sacrifice of Chairman DEFAZIO and Chairman BENNIE CHP Officer Walter Frago. It is both fitting and HON. MIKE GALLAGHER THOMPSON, the Chairman of the Homeland appropriate that we honor him as the CHP Of- OF WISCONSIN Security Committee, as well as with Congress- ficers Walter Frago and Roger Gore Memorial IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES man JOE COURTNEY, to address the troubling Freeway is dedicated. I wish his family, the issues that have arisen at the Coast Guard California Highway Patrol, and the Merced law Thursday, July 25, 2019 Academy. enforcement community the best as this sec- Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, I rise As Chairman of the Coast Guard Sub- tion of Highway 99 is dedicated in his honor. today to recognize the hard work, dedication, committee from 2007 through 2010, I con- f and outstanding service of Bravo Company, vened a series of hearings to push the Acad- INTRODUCTION OF THE NEW Battalion in helping veterans in Brown emy to ensure that its cadet corps reflects the BIKESHARE TRANSIT ACT OF 2019 County, Wisconsin. diversity of the nation it is being prepared to In 2017, the citizens of Brown County were serve. And progress has been made. asked to create a new program to help vet- However, the recent Equity Scorecard eval- HON. EARL BLUMENAUER erans in Northeast Wisconsin transition from uation has found profoundly troubling trends at OF OREGON active duty to civilian life. As a result, a group the Academy. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES of hardworking veterans and citizens formed Specifically, the review found that, ‘‘Black/ Thursday, July 25, 2019 Bravo Company, NEW Battalion, a non-profit African/American cadets have been consist- Mr. BLUMENAUER. Madam Speaker, veteran-to-veteran sponsorship organization. ently less likely to graduate than the all-cadet America is in the middle of a micromobility The veteran sponsorship program increases average’’ and, ‘‘Of particular urgency is Black/ revolution, with bikeshare and scooters chang- veterans’ awareness of the educational, state, African-American cadets’ disproportionately ing the way that people get around. First intro- and federal benefits, as well as community re- high share of disciplinary sanctions.’’ duced in the United States in 2010, more than sources that are available to them upon re- Then, in December 2018, the Inspector 100 communities now have bikeshare sys- turning home from active duty. General of the Department of Homeland Secu- tems, supporting a network of more than Earlier this year, the first set of veteran-to- rity issued a report finding that a Lieutenant 100,000 bikes. Since bikeshare’s launch in the veteran sponsors completed training, receiving Commander on the faculty of the Academy, United States, riders have taken more than education on the many veteran service organi- ‘‘was retaliated against on the basis of her 100 million trips, with the number of trips and zations and resources available to veterans complaints, in violation of the Military Whistle- systems increasing each year. and their families in Northeast Wisconsin. blower Protection Act.’’ My community recently celebrated the third After training, each sponsor is partnered with Chairman THOMPSON, Congressman COURT- anniversary of its BIKETOWN bikeshare a recently discharged veteran to support the NEY, and I are continuing to conduct oversight

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The sons and grandsons of veterans who Madam Speaker, I ask the House of Rep- However, one thing is already abundantly comprise Squadron 39—Sons of the American resentatives to join me in recognizing Martin clear: Business as usual is simply not an op- Legion have supported among many programs Puryear for his outstanding accomplishments tion. the North St Paul Food Shelf, American Le- as an artist and honored DC native. For that reason, in June, I was honored to gion Baseball, the Silver Lake Splash and the f join Chairman THOMPSON in introducing H.R. Shop, Ship and Share program. COMMEMORATING THE SEVENTY- 3488, the Coast Guard Academy Improvement Just last year, Post 39 was a key supporter FIFTH ANNIVERSARY OF Act. of the American Legion National Convention, LECHASE CONSTRUCTION I appreciate the thoughtful revisions that held in Minneapolis—which marked the start have been made to that bill’s text through of the 100th anniversary of the national orga- close collaboration with the Transportation nization. Through its support of the work and HON. TOM REED OF NEW YORK Committee and I thank Chairman DEFAZIO for advocacy of the American Legion, Department including those revisions in the Coast Guard of Minnesota as well as the National Organi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Authorization Act before us. zation, the North Saint Paul Post 39 epito- Thursday, July 25, 2019 These provisions will require urgently need- mizes the Four Pillars of the American Le- Mr. REED. Madam Speaker, today I rise to ed assessments of and improvements in the gion—Veterans Affairs and Rehabilitation, Na- commemorate the seventy-fifth anniversary of Academy’s outreach processes and institu- tional Security, Americanism, and Children LeChase Construction. tional structures to foster expanded diversity. and Youth. Established in 1944 by Raymond F. I urge all Members to vote in favor of the Madam Speaker, as veterans, families and LeChase, LeChase Construction is a full-serv- Coast Guard Authorization Act. members of the area communities gather on ice construction management and general f August 3, 2019 to celebrate the 100th Anni- construction firm. With humble beginnings, versary of the founding of American Legion LeChase Construction began as a small family COMMEMORATING THE 100TH ANNI- Post 39 of North Saint Paul, Minnesota please operation to fill the local demand for construc- VERSARY OF AMERICAN LEGION join me in honoring this major milestone and tion work during World War II. Today LeChase POST 39 OF NORTH SAINT PAUL, the generations of leaders and members of employs more than seven hundred and fifty MINNESOTA this veterans service organization. employees and ranks among the nation’s top f contractors. HON. BETTY McCOLLUM LeChase prides itself of offering the capa- OF MINNESOTA RECOGNIZING MARTIN PURYEAR bilities of a large firm while maintaining the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES personalized service of a small firm. For the last twenty years, LeChase’s Southern Tier Thursday, July 25, 2019 HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA operations, headquartered in Corning, New C Ms. M COLLUM. Madam Speaker, I rise IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES York, has provided people from the region today to commemorate the 100th Anniversary with the expertise and high quality of service of American Legion Post 39 of North Saint Thursday, July 25, 2019 that LeChase is known for. From Chautauqua Paul, Minnesota. Ms. NORTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today to Elmira and down to central Pennsylvania, Shortly after the end of World War I, 15 vet- to ask the House of Representatives to join LeChase has earned the respect of repeat cli- erans living around the village of North Saint me in recognizing the achievements of Martin ents, who account for nearly ninety percent of Paul came together to discuss a new national Puryear. the region’s work. Vice President Fred Thomp- organization called the American Legion that Martin Puryear, the eldest of seven children, son credits that earned respect to their track was dedicated to serving veterans and their was born in Washington, DC. He was raised record of delivering successful projects and families. These veterans decided to seek a in Southwest Washington and attended the the hardworking, down-to-earth people of the charter for a local post, which was issued on then-segregated William Syphax Elementary Southern Tier. August 1, 1919, beginning a century of service School. His lifelong interest in the natural Seventy-five years of serving the community and support for Minnesota veterans, their fam- world and how things are constructed inspired is certainly a cause for celebration. I congratu- ilies and the greater good of the surrounding a young Puryear to visit local institutions such late LeChase on this impressive milestone and North Saint Paul community. as the National Zoo, the Museum of Science look forward to their continued success in the The newly formed American Legion Post 39 and Technology and the Museum of Natural years to come. quickly found its focus serving the community History. The city’s art museums left a profound Given the above, I ask that this Legislative by leading a Safety First Committee which impact on Puryear, and today some of those Body pause in its deliberations and join me to worked with businesses to improve safety same museums—the National Gallery of Art, commemorate the seventy-fifth anniversary of around crossing guards and signals at rail and the Smithsonian American Art Museum and LeChase Construction. street crossings. To honor and support their the Hirshhorn Museum—hold some of his f fellow veterans, another part of their mission most significant works in their permanent col- HONORING THE CAREER OF was to support the Minneapolis and Hastings lections. CHARLES SCOTT NEELY Veterans Homes, the Veterans Rest Camp After graduating from the Catholic University and the Fort Snelling Rifle Squad. The post of America, Puryear spent two years in Sierra also made investments in America’s future by Leone teaching English, French and biology HON. DEBBIE WASSERMAN SCHULTZ OF FLORIDA sponsoring Boy’s State, Legionville school pa- as a member of the Peace Corps. He contin- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES trol camp and providing college scholarships ued his studies at the Swedish Royal Acad- for local students, as well as their American emy of Art in Stockholm and received his MFA Thursday, July 25, 2019 Legion Baseball team the 39ers. from Yale University. Ms. WASSERMAN SCHULTZ. Madam Spouses, daughters and granddaughters of Puryear’s approach to object-making has Speaker, it is with great pleasure that I recog- Post 39 have always been integral to the suc- been influenced by the indigenous techniques nize the distinguished career of Charles Scott cess of its work. Post 39 Auxiliary was for- and materials of cultures he has encountered Neely, Principal of Cypress Bay High School mally chartered in May 1926 to work alongside on his travels. His sculptures are painstakingly in my hometown of Weston, Florida. the post and expand its community contribu- constructed from materials such as wood, Scott Neely is one of Broward County’s tions, including support of Girls’ State and metal and stone. Their elegant, abstract forms longest-serving high school principals. He was Webster Elementary School. The auxiliary has reflect his deep interest in history. the founding principal and served at the helm also assisted important entities like the Min- Puryear received a MacArthur Foundation of Cypress Bay, Florida’s largest high school, nesota Assistance Council for Veterans and award in 1989 and the National Medal of Arts since it opened in 2002 and shepherded thou- the Veterans Administration Community Re- from President Obama in 2011. This year, he sands of students—including my three chil- source and Referral Center. The auxiliary has is representing the United States at the 58th dren—through some of the most formidable played a vital role in the success of the Post. Venice Biennale. The Museum of Modern Art years of their lives.

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He also had a compassionate side. He and Cypress Bay High have instilled a sense Thursday, July 25, 2019 was a great man with a big heart who saw the of service in their students. In recent years, Mr. GOSAR. Madam Speaker, I rise today brighter side of life. Anthony died on May 10, the student body has raised over $250,000 for in honor of six brave men from Lake Havasu 2007 in Baghdad, Iraq from wounds suffered UNICEF. Scott has also fostered a learning City, Arizona who made the ultimate sacrifice by small firearms. environment that values diversity and inspires in defense of our great country. The men and Pattick Allan Tinnell (Mar. 25, 1981–Apr. 19, all students to succeed. Indeed, Cypress Bay women of the United States Military place 2006) Spc. Tinnell was the first from Lake reflects the beautiful diversity of my home themselves in danger every day to afford us Havasu City to be killed in action during the state, with a student body that is more than 50 the freedoms and the way of life that we are Global War on Terror, and the impact it had percent Hispanic. privileged to have. on the community has been obvious and last- Scott’s devotion to his students is a re- SSG. Carl Hammer, SPC. Dylan Thomas, ing. Tinnell’s passing inspired the town to come together in support of his family to build minder that we must continue to invest in our SPC. Anthony Sausto, SPC. Patrick Tinnell, the Tinnell Memorial Sports Park, a skate park nation’s teachers, children, and schools. And SP4 Scott Broadston and SPC. Carey ‘‘Gary’’ Harmon dedicated their lives to these shared with a feature designed like Tinnell’s helmet. Principal Neely has always understood that in Opened in 2013, the park is now the largest order to invest in our students, we need to in- ideals that make the United States a country unlike any other. While no words or actions multi-use skate park in Arizona and the South- vest in our teachers. He is truly an educator’s west. Patrick was originally born in Los Ange- educator. Educators will tell you that teaching can ever repay the valor and service of these men, we commemorate their sacrifice with my les, California but grew up in Lake Havasu is demanding. Educators work long hours and City, Arizona. In between High School and are not only expected to impart a certain legislation, H.R. 3314, which will rename the U.S. Post Office located at 1750 McCulloch Military he worked for pest control and was a knowledge, but they also instill a love of learn- Boulevard North in Lake Havasu City, Arizona, BMX rider for MBK bikes. Tinnell also volun- ing in their students. teered at Teen Break, trying to set good ex- as the ‘‘Lake Havasu City Combat Veterans amples for students. As a side note, Patrick I know firsthand the excellence Scott has Memorial Post Office Building.’’ I thank the was the first person to jump over an elephant brought to Cypress Bay each day. His pa- House Oversight and Reform Committee for during Teen Break in 1999. He joined the tience, wisdom, and encouragement have passing this bill today through committee and army in September 2005. On April 19, 2006, helped shape tomorrow’s leaders, ensuring I wholeheartedly urge this body to adopt this Patrick Tinnell died in Siniyah, Iraq. America remains competitive, innovative, and legislation. Scott Ray Broadston (Nov. 3, 1950–Jun. 5, prosperous. Madam Speaker, I would also like to include 1970) Scott was born in San Diego, California in the RECORD the biographies of the six men Scott is a champion for our children and an and later moved to Arizona. He spent most of that the Lake Havasu City Combat Veterans inspiration to all those who know him, myself his life in Tucson as well as Lake Havasu City. Memorial Post Office Building honors. May we included. I join my fellow Cypress Bay Lighting He graduated from Tucson High School in never forget the legacy that they leave behind parents, students, and alumni in wishing the 1968. Broadston enlisted in the Army and en- for future generations of Americans. ‘‘Big Kahuna’’ well on his retirement and in tered via ‘‘Regular Military.’’ He began his tour Carl Erik Hammar (Aug. 3, 1986–Jul. 14, on October 7, 1969. In Vietnam, Broadston thanking him for the thoughtful and committed 2012). Carl Hammar lived in Lake Havasu City work he has done to enrich and safeguard our flew a UH–1H helicopter and on the day he shortly before his deployment overseas. Born died, he was tasked with supporting a combat children. in Sweden, he moved to the United States assault along a highway about 10 miles west and Lake Havasu City during his senior year of the town of An Nonh. He died June 5, f of high school, where SSG. Hammar married 1970. There is a memorial park in Lake fellow student Abby Mahan in 2005. Together Havasu City dedicated to him called the ‘‘Lake IN HONOR OF THE KENTUCKY NA- they had one child, and Hammar enlisted in Havasu Memorial Gardens.’’ TIONAL GUARD, 206TH ENGINEER the Army after spending a year at Mohave Carey ‘‘Gary’’ Dean Harmon (Jul. 26, 1948– BATTALION Community College. Hammar actually served Apr. 26, 1968) SPC Carey Dean Harmon be- twice in Iraq and in Afghanistan. On July 14, came the first soldier from Lake Havasu City 2012 he died due to wounds caused by small- to be Killed in Action in Vietnam, as a result HON. BRETT GUTHRIE arms fire in Musa Kheyl district, Khost prov- of multiple fragmentation wounds at the age of OF KENTUCKY ince, Afghanistan. 19, on April 26, 1968. Harmon was attached Dylan Thomas Reid (Sept. 3, 1986–Oct. 16, to the 26th Infantry Regiment, nicknamed The IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 2010) Spc. Dylan Thomas Reid, 24, of Lamar, Blue Spaders. He was in Vietnam for three Thursday, July 25, 2019 Mo., died Oct. 16 in Amarah, Iraq, where he months and his unit was in the Binh Duong was stationed. He was assigned to the 1st province of South Vietnam at the time he was Mr. GUTHRIE. Madam Speaker, I rise today Battalion, 8th Infantry Regiment, 3rd Brigade killed. It is possible that he fought against the to recognize the 206th Engineer Battalion of Combat Team, 4th Infantry Division, Fort Car- TET Offensive. During his first month in Viet- the Kentucky National Guard, which is deploy- son, Colo. Dylan was born Sept. 3, 1986, in nam. Hatmon’s then girlfriend, Mary Fraze- ing to assist the U.S. Central Command Area Ironwood, Mich., to Terry and Kelli Reid. He DeWees who now lives in Prescott, knew him of Operations. graduated in 2005 from Desert Technology as Gary Harmon. She said she wanted to High School, Lake Havasu City. Dylan has marry Harmon, but at 16, her father did not While I am sorry I cannot be with them at proudly served his country since joining the approve. today’s deployment ceremony, I express my United State Army in 2008. Dylan is survived f profound gratitude to them for embarking on by his daughter, Avery Lynn Reid, born Sept. HONORING THE LIFE AND SAC- this mission to serve the United States of 14, 2010, in Minnesota. America. We are blessed to live in the great- RIFICE OF CPL. CHARLES S. Anthony Jonathan Sausto (Dec. 10, 1985– LAWLER est country in the world. America is truly the May 10, 2007) Anthony Sausto lived in Lake land of the free and the home of the brave— Havasu City for a few months before his de- all because of men and women like them who ployment to Iraq, but friends and family say HON. JACK BERGMAN OF MICHIGAN have answered the call to serve. The entire that those few months were the happiest they IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Commonwealth of Kentucky is proud of them had ever seen him. Born in New Jersey, Spc. and behind them during this mission. I join ev- Sausto moved to Lake Havasu City after get- Thursday, July 25, 2019 eryone in Owensboro in praying for their safe- ting his GED and planned to go into legal Mr. BERGMAN. Madam Speaker, it is my ty, and I look forward to welcoming them services with the military after he returned honor today to acknowledge the life and sac- home. from his tour of duty. Anthony originally grew rifice of Army Corporal Charles S. Lawler, who

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White (1911–2006) was returned to his home in Michigan after nearly and strengthen our community. among the most distinguished and honored 70 years. f American geographers of the 20th Century In Korea, Charles served as a member of who stimulated efforts to foster and improve Company M, 3rd Battalion, 8th Cavalry Regi- IN RECOGNITION OF THE 100TH human adjustments to the risks of our en- dangered planet through better-informed ment, 1st Cavalry Division. He was reported YEAR OF BOY SCOUT TROOP 2 OF APPLETON, WISCONSIN’S public and private sector decision-making; Missing in Action on November 2nd, after his Whereas: Gilbert F. White was awarded the unit was attacked by enemy forces near CHARTER National Medal of Science by President Clin- Unsan, North Korea. His remains could not be ton in 2000 for ‘‘major contributions to the recovered following the attack, and he was not HON. MIKE GALLAGHER study of water systems in developing coun- tries, global environmental change, inter- reported as a prisoner of war. On December OF WISCONSIN national cooperation, nuclear winter, geog- 31, 1953, the U.S. Army declared him as de- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES raphy education and the mitigation of nat- ceased. On July 27, 2018, Cpl. Lawler’s re- Thursday, July 25, 2019 ural hazards including earthquakes, hurri- mains were turned over to the United States canes, and drought;’’ along with many of his fellow servicemen fol- Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, I rise Whereas: The planet is now experiencing lowing the summit between President Donald today to honor Boy Scout Troop 2 of Appleton, more frequent, more intense, and more cost- Trump and Kim Jong-un. The remains were Wisconsin as they celebrate the 100th year of ly disasters associated with anthropogenic climate change in the forms of prolonged given to the Defense POW/MIA Accounting the Troop’s charter. Troop 2 was chartered in 1919 and is the drought, wildfires, intensified hurricanes, Agency, which works to identify fallen service oldest continuous Boy Scout Troop in the Fox coastal and river flooding and extreme tem- members and return them to their families. On Valley. While four other troops were also char- peratures. Deglaciation of mountainous re- May 13, 2019, his remains were finally identi- gions threatens water supplies and hydro- tered in 1919, only Troop 2 has continuously fied. power generation for hundreds of millions of Cpl. Lawler’s name is recorded on the held meetings. The longest serving Scout- people in Asia, Europe, western Latin Amer- Courts of the Missing at the National Memorial master, Harold Brown, kept the Troop active ica, and the Pacific Northwest. Accelerated from 1925–1962 through the Great Depres- melting of Arctic and Antarctic land ice will Cemetery of the Pacific in Honolulu, along cause rising sea levels to inundate portions with the others who are missing from the Ko- sion, World War II, and the Korean War. Today the Troop boasts over 50 members. of coastal cities worldwide by mid-century; rean War. A rosette will be placed next to his Whereas: At the global scale, the last four Throughout the years, Troop 2 has re- name to indicate he has been accounted for. years have been the hottest on record. One- mained committed to preparing young people Charles will arrive in Traverse City later today fifth of all corals have died in the past three to become leaders in their community. Over before finally being laid to rest on July 27th. years. World carbon emissions rose 2.7 per- 120 Eagle Scouts hail from Troop 2. In addi- cent in 2018 despite efforts by many nations His remains will be escorted by a full Honor tion, several Troop members have earned the to meet the goals of the 2016 Paris Climate Guard and rifle squad, as well as by Veterans Order of the Arrow, a Scout Achievement Agreement; from across the country. Whereas: As climate change renders vast Madam Speaker, it is my honor to recognize Award based on peer-recognition that places a areas of the globe uninhabitable, mass popu- Corporal Charles S. Lawler for making the ulti- scout in the top percentiles of Scouting. lation migrations and competition for water, Each year, Troop 2 dedicates countless mate sacrifice in defense of his country. On arable land, and living space will heighten hours to serving the community. Scouts volun- the likelihood of armed conflict, either con- behalf of Michigan’s First Congressional Dis- teer at local nature reserves and YMCAs, and ventional or nuclear; trict, I ask you to join with me in honoring an assist in trash and recycling efforts for com- Whereas: Gilbert F. White challenged pro- American hero as he returns home. munity events such as Oktoberfest and Mile of fessional geographers to study and commu- f nicate the risks of our endangered planet and Music. The scouts also go camping once a to help stimulate responsible policies and de- RECOGNIZING ROCK FALLS month and participate in weekly Troop meet- cisions by all sectors of human society; UNITED METHODIST CHURCH ON ings. Therefore be it resolved that: In the spirit THEIR 150TH ANNIVERSARY Madam Speaker, it is my privilege to rise in of Gilbert F. White, the American Associa- recognition of the 100-year celebration of Boy tion of Geographers urges the Government of Scout Troop 2’s charter. I would like to thank the United States to resume its leadership in HON. CHERI BUSTOS combating climate change, including (but current Scoutmaster Ron Litsheim for his dedi- OF ILLINOIS not limited to) strategies that: cation to the success of Troop 2, and to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1. Recognize human activities as the pre- scouts for their service to and leadership eminent cause of accelerating climate Thursday, July 25, 2019 throughout the community. change, as emphatically concluded by the Mrs. BUSTOS. Madam Speaker, I rise today f International Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) and the Fourth U.S. National Climate to recognize the 150th anniversary of Rock AMERICAN ASSOCIATION OF Assessment, among many other authori- Falls United Methodist Church as they honor GEOGRAPHERS RESOLUTION ON tative studies around the world; August 6, 2019 as ‘‘Rock Falls United Meth- CLIMATE CHANGE 2. Reaffirm U.S. commitment to the Paris odist Church Day’’ in the city. On this occa- Climate Agreement, and—in cooperation sion, I extend my immense gratitude to Rev- with the international community—inten- erend Dr. Solomon Sudhaker, the proud lead- HON. JAMES P. MCGOVERN sify efforts to limit emissions of greenhouse er of this congregation. OF MASSACHUSETTS gasses to control further rise in global tem- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES peratures; Rock Falls United Methodist Church has 3. Ratify Kigali Amendment of the Mon- grown tremendously since its origins in 1869 Thursday, July 25, 2019 treal Protocol to limit hydrofluorocarbon as the first church in the City of Rock Falls. Mr. McGOVERN. Madam Speaker, I rise to (HFC) production and consumption; Since then, it has become an integral part of 4. Encourage transition of the U.S. econ- include in the RECORD the following resolution omy to embrace energy conservation and the city of Rock Falls. In the last 150 years, on climate change, adopted by the American the church has undergone many trans- substitution of sustainable energy sources in Association of Geographers on April 3, 2019. place of fossil fuels; formations—from sharing the wisdom of sev- [From the American Association of 5. Reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions eral different Pastors through the years, to ris- Geographers, April 3, 2019] through incentives, taxes, regulations, pub- ing from the ashes of a 1922 fire, to the addi- lic transit, carbon recapture and other AAG RESOLUTION ON CLIMATE CHANGE 1 tion of the Education Wing in 1961. The means; (Adopted by the AAG Council) church has prospered and has always re- 6. Promote continued innovation by states Whereas: The American Association of mained true to its core mission and values. and local governments and the private sector Geographers (AAG) is a nonprofit scientific to conserve energy and reduce dependence on Rock Falls United Methodist Church has gone and educational society founded in 1904 with fossil fuels (e.g. through ‘‘LEED’’ green above and beyond to enrich our community close to 12,000 members in 2019 who are lo- building codes, reforestation and reduced de- through their commitment to education, youth cated in the United States and nearly 100 forestation, watershed management, sustain- and faith. other countries; able transportation, and other means);

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:21 Jul 26, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25JY8.021 E25JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS E994 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 25, 2019 7. Stimulate public and private sector deci- World Ranger Day was first designated in HONORING MENDOCINO COAST sion-makers to prepare for rapid-onset im- 2007 as a day to honor Rangers across the CLINICS pacts of climate change (e.g. wildfire, elec- globe who have died in the line of duty while trical grid failure, fuel and water shortages, and coastal flooding) through enhanced protecting the world’s historic and natural won- HON. JARED HUFFMAN emergency response, relief, and recovery ca- ders. OF CALIFORNIA pabilities; I am honored to represent just a few of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 8. Reaffirm that climate change policy at these landmarks in my district, including Yo- all levels of society from international to semite and Kings Canyon National Parks. The Thursday, July 25, 2019 local must be based on sound, verifiable Rangers who patrol these parks work tirelessly Mr. HUFFMAN. Madam Speaker, I rise science as reflected in the IPCC reports, the to protect visitors, promote recreation, and today in recognition of Mendocino Coast Clin- U.S. National Climate Assessment Reports, ics on the 25th anniversary of their founding. and other authoritative studies by scientists preserve these majestic natural and cultural around the world; resources. They are the eyes, ears, and often Since 1994, Mendocino Coast Clinics has pro- Be it further resolved that: The AAG will the first responders across these lands; com- vided quality, patient-centered affordable publicize this resolution to government lead- batting animal poaching, vandalism, and even health care. ers, to other scientific bodies, and to the wildfires on the frontlines of conservation. Originally part of Mendocino County Public general public through a press release and Rangers counter these threats not just on our Health Services, a group of volunteers came other available means. The MG should fur- own public lands, but across the globe. together to form the nonprofit that established ther encourage its membership to stimulate Mendocino Coast Clinics on July 1, 1994. That public understanding of climate change and From Harry Yount, the father of the ranger its potential impacts (including armed con- service and the first national park ranger, to original group became the first board of direc- flicts) through relevant research, teaching, the Buffalo Soldiers who fought wildfires and tors of the new health center, which served publications, and participation in public fo- poachers in Yosemite and Sequoia National 2,500 patients with a staff of seven. Today, rums, study panels, oped columns, blog Parks, rangers have long recognized the need Mendocino Coast Clinics serves more than posts, and other available means. to safeguard our most vital lands. It is our duty 10,000 patients and is the third-largest em- f to uphold the legacy and example of fallen ployer in the city of Fort Bragg. rangers and do our part to be responsible Mendocino Coast Clinics provided behav- HONORING FORMER POSTMASTER ioral health services to the medical services LOUIS A. JACKSON stewards of our stunning natural wonders. As President Theodore Roosevelt observed, when its doors opened in 1994, and expanded ‘‘We have fallen heirs to the most glorious her- to provide much-needed dental services in HON. STACEY E. PLASKETT itage a people ever received, and each one 1996. Throughout the past 25 years, OF THE VIRGIN ISLANDS must do his part if we wish to show that the Mendocino Coast Clinics has continued to fill IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nation is worthy of its good fortune.’’ Our medical services gaps in the Fort Bragg and Thursday, July 25, 2019 Rangers have gone above and beyond to live surrounding communities, including obstetrics, Ms. PLASKETT. Madam Speaker, I rise up to this call, and we owe them a great debt pediatrics, and a confidential reproductive today to honor former Postmaster Louis A. of gratitude. health care clinic for teens and young adults. Jackson, a native son of the Virgin Islands Today, Mendocino Coast Clinics continues to who dedicated 46 years of his life to the f provide these comprehensive services to the United States Postal Service and serving the community. FRANK RIESINGER American people. During his time with the Madam Speaker, Mendocino Coast Clinics Postal Service, Mr. Louis Jackson was integral has for 25 years been a tireless champion for in the building of new post offices, expanding HON. KEVIN HERN health care in coastal Mendocino County, meeting the needs of the community’s most delivery routes, and has served as a mentor OF OKLAHOMA vulnerable populations. Therefore, please join for many. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES An accomplished and venerable Post- me in recognizing this valuable organization master, he made a significant difference to the Thursday, July 25, 2019 and wishing them success for many more postal system throughout the Virgin Islands Mr. KEVIN HERN of Oklahoma. Madam years to come. and is a three-time winner of the Postal Serv- Speaker, I rise today in honor of Frank f ice’s prestigious National Benjamin Award. Riesinger and the valuable contributions he IN RECOGNITION OF LEONARD Many in the community relied on the steady makes to our community. SAUER’S 100TH BIRTHDAY hand and calm demeanor of Mr. Jackson in Mr. Riesinger served as an airman in World resolving postal and other issues in the com- War II and has been the driving force behind munity. the V-J Day celebrations here in Broken HON. MIKE GALLAGHER OF WISCONSIN Outside of the Postal Service, Postmaster Arrow, commemorating the end of World War Jackson is an active member of the commu- II on August 14th, 1945. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES nity. He has served as a mentor and coun- Mr. Riesinger recalls America’s great Victory Thursday, July 25, 2019 selor for the countless young people in the Over Japan from when he was just an 18- Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, today I Virgin Islands and taught martial arts to over year-old airman home in Tulsa on furlough. He rise to recognize the celebration of Leonard 3000 students. He also served as the Chair- remembers standing in his dad’s office down- Sauer’s 100th birthday. man of the St. Croix chapter of the American town when he heard an uproar coming from Leonard was born on August 15, 1919. He Cancer Society, Vice President of the National the streets and saw Tulsans celebrating with owns and operates Village View Dairy Farm in League of Postmasters, and much more. Post- shouts and car horns, making celebratory Kellnersville, Wisconsin. Leonard considers master Louis Jackson has lived his life enrich- noise with whatever they could. This memory himself a lifelong farmer, recalling the days ing his community and it is my honor on be- has inspired him to continue celebrating that growing up on the farm where he worked from half of the 116th Congress and everyone who triumphant day. 7 in the morning to 6 at night year-round. has been touched by his work and kind spirit, Thanks to Mr. Riesinger, V-J Day has been When he wasn’t working on the farm, Leonard to say thank you. commemorated by Oklahomans for the past and his brother enjoyed watching the local f four years through this wonderful event. I ap- baseball team. COMMEMORATING WORLD RANGER preciate his work to make sure that this monu- On November 12, 1947, Leonard married DAY mental day for the U.S. and Oklahomans, is his wife, Helen and they cherished 64 years of still remembered. marriage together. The couple raised two HON. TOM McCLINTOCK Although V-J Day is not nationally recog- sons, Gary and John. Leonard built the farm- nized, the Broken Arrow City Council issued a house the family lived in from the ground. OF CALIFORNIA proclamation making August 14th V-J Day An active member of the community, Leon- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Celebration Day for Oklahomans. ard still attends mass at St. Joseph’s Catholic Thursday, July 25, 2019 I am grateful for Mr. Riesinger’s service to Church every Sunday and regularly attends Mr. MCCLINTOCK. Madam Speaker, I rise our country and community. Mr. Riesinger’s meetings for the Western Fraternal Life Asso- to observe World Ranger Day, which will be impact on Oklahomans is one that will never ciation, which he has been a member of for commemorated on July 31, 2019. be forgotten. over 70 years.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:21 Jul 26, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00010 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25JY8.024 E25JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS July 25, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E995 Madam Speaker, it is truly an honor to rec- men and one of those who contributed the ones; and friends. I thank Nancy for being an ognize this monumental occasion in Leonard’s most to building it.’’ advocate, an ally, and source of inspiration for life. May he have a happy and healthy 100th Tunisia flowered into the model democracy me and for all who will follow in your foot- birthday. borne out of the Arab Spring in part due the steps. I wish them all the best in a much de- f commitment of Tunisians like President served retirement. Essebsi to realize the dream of Tunisian de- IN RECOGNITION OF THE 100TH mocracy. Despite being an ardent secularist f BIRTHDAY OF WILLIE MAUDE who championed the rights of women, Presi- ATKINSON dent Essebsi was also always ready to en- HONORING THE LIFE OF MICKY gage all elements of Tunisian society, includ- STEELE-BODGER HON. MIKE ROGERS ing the Islamists, precisely because he be- OF ALABAMA lieved that all Tunisians have a right to polit- HON. GEORGE HOLDING IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ical participation. OF NORTH CAROLINA Thursday, July 25, 2019 As the Tunisian people mourn this great loss, the people of the United States stand IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. ROGERS of Alabama. Madam Speaker, with them, ready to lend a helping hand to Thursday, July 25, 2019 I rise to recognize the 100th birthday of Willie overcome this next challenging chapter. We Maude Atkinson. send our heartfelt condolences to President Mr. HOLDING. Madam Speaker, I rise today Willie Maude Atkinson was born on August Essebsi’s family and the Tunisian people. I to honor the life and lasting legacy of Micky 20, 1919 to Maude and Will Bates of Hobson have no doubt that the people of Tunisia will Steele-Bodger, who passed away on May 9th City, Alabama. She attended the Calhoun honor the legacy of President Essebsi’s life at the age of 93. Micky was a larger than life County Training School (formerly C.E. Hanna through their continued awe-inspiring dedica- figure in the Rugby world for over 6 decades. Elementary School and currently Hobson City tion to democracy and the rule of law. He is widely revered and beloved for his im- mense contribution to the game and the Hall), and has been a member of New Hope f Missionary Baptist Church since 1930. mentorship he provided to several generations In 1942, Willie Maude married Clyde R. At- PERSONAL EXPLANATION of young players and administrators. kinson. Clyde passed away in 1988. They Born on September 4, 1925 in Tamworth, were blessed with three children, five grand- HON. JERRY McNERNEY England to Henry William and Kathrine nee children, five great-grandchildren and a host of OF CALIFORNIA Macdonald, Micky Steele-Bodger discovered nieces and nephews. She is the oldest citizen IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES his passion for Rugby at a young age. born in Hobson City, and the oldest member He rose to prominence on the pitch while at- Thursday, July 25, 2019 of the Priscilla and Aquila Order of the Eastern tending Cambridge University. As the captain Star. Mr. MCNERNEY. Madam Speaker, had I of the team, Micky twice played in the famous In the early 1940s, Willie Maude was hired been present, I would have voted YEA on Roll ‘‘Varsity Match’’ between Cambridge and Ox- by Howard and Katherine Bentley to assist Call No. 499. ford—a tradition dating back to 1872. In the with the care of their seven children while Mr. f classroom, he followed in his Father’s foot- Bentley was serving overseas during World steps by pursuing a veterinary degree. War II. The Bentley children and grandchildren CONGRATULATING NANCY LACEWELL ON HER RETIREMENT Shortly after Cambridge, Micky earned him- considered her a ‘‘second mother and grand- self a spot on the English national team—play- mother.’’ She remained employed by them ing in 9 matches from 1946 to 1948. Although until her retirement in the late 1990s. She also HON. JOHN A. YARMUTH he had a relatively small frame and was only assisted the Bailey, Dewberry, Dumas and OF KENTUCKY 5′ 8″, Micky’s ruthless determination, versatility Pyles families with home care. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES on the pitch, and deep knowledge of the game Willie Maude Atkinson has positively influ- Thursday, July 25, 2019 set him apart from many of his competitors. enced many lives in her lifetime. She is a Unfortunately, his promising career came to Mr. YARMUTH. Madam Speaker, I rise mother, grandmother and great-grandmother an abrupt end due to a bad knee injury when today to congratulate Nancy Lacewell on her to her family and her ‘‘adopted’’ families. Her he was only 24 years old. Despite no longer retirement. Since 1999, Nancy has served as love and wisdom have been passed on for being able to compete on the pitch, Micky was the Director of Government and Community several generations. not prepared to walk away from the game he Affairs at the American Printing House for the Madam Speaker, please join me in wishing loved. So he promptly transitioned to the ad- Blind in Louisville, Kentucky. She has been a Willie Maude Atkinson a happy 100th birthday. ministrative and coaching side of the sport, tremendous asset both to the American Print- f where he went on to make his most significant ing House for the Blind and the United States and lasting impact. HONORING TUNISIAN PRESIDENT Congress. Nancy has been a fixture on Cap- BEJI CAID ESSEBSI itol Hill for more than two decades, serving as In 1973, Micky was elected as President of a valuable resource for members and staff on the Rugby Football Union and in 1981 he be- both sides of the aisle. A tireless advocate, came Chair of the International Rugby Board. HON. JOE WILSON Seven years later, in 1988, Micky was se- OF SOUTH CAROLINA Nancy has educated Members of the House lected as the 6th President of Barbarian F.C., IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Senate on the unique needs of people who are blind and visually impaired, informing an illustrious Rugby club based in Britain. Dur- Thursday, July 25, 2019 us on the latest technological advances avail- ing his 31 year tenure; he molded the club into Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Madam able to that population. She was instrumental one of Rugby’s marquee organizations. He Speaker, the United States today stands in in establishing and coordinating the National was regarded as an inspiration and mentor for solidarity with the noble people of Tunisia as Prison Braille Network, a partnership with the countless young players, instilling in them the they mourn the passing of their first democrat- Printing House and more than 35 U.S. prisons importance of class, sportsmanship, and work ically elected president, Beji Caid Essebsi. offering offenders an opportunity to learn ethic. The world will never forget President braille. Through Nancy’s hard work the pro- While Micky will go down in history as one Essebsi’s remarkable stewardship of Tunisia’s gram has been a major success, to the point of Rugby’s most important and impactful fig- democratic transition after the 2011 Arab where many of the textbooks for blind school ures, he will also be remembered as one of Spring uprisings. He was the right man at the students are now transcribed through the pris- England’s greatest clubmen. right time: a seasoned politician for more than on braille program. As the longtime Chairman and President of 60 years, President Essebsi was the only Tu- Nancy received her Masters of Arts in the East India Club, Micky mentored genera- nisian politician to hold political office in the French Language and Literature from the Uni- tions of young men. Micky introduced us to new democracy as well as throughout dictator- versity of Louisville. In her retirement, I hope the pleasures and gentility of club life. ships of Habib Borguiba and Zine el-Abidine that she will be able to capitalize on those I will always miss my friend, Micky. But I will Ben Ali. A statement issued by the Tunisian skills to travel to France and other destina- also always remember him fondly every time government upon President Essebsi’s passing tions, as well as enjoy life with her husband I walk through the doors of the East India rightly called him one of Tunisia’s ‘‘greatest Rick; her children Jeff, Corrine, and JP; loved Club.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:21 Jul 26, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00011 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25JY8.029 E25JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS E996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 25, 2019 RECOGNIZING AND CONGRATU- TRIBUTE TO AUTHOR AND POLIT- mingham, Alabama to Colorado Springs, Colo- LATING TIMOTHY NELSON FOR ICAL THEORIST OF 20TH CEN- rado between July 28 and August 3, 2019. HIS SERVICE AS PRESIDENT OF TURY AMERICAN CONSERV- Ride4Gabe IV, as it is called, will take the cy- NORTHWESTERN MICHIGAN COL- ATISM, DR. RUSSELL KIRK clists through eight states in seven days . The LEGE group plans to pedal 300 miles the first day HON. JOHN R. MOOLENAAR followed by days of 234, 198, 206, 232, 232, and 76 miles. The final leg of Ride4Gabe IV OF MICHIGAN will be from Pueblo, Colorado up to 14,115 HON. JACK BERGMAN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES feet elevation at the summit of Pikes Peak in OF MICHIGAN Thursday, July 25, 2019 Colorado Springs. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. MOOLENAAR. Madam Speaker, I rise Gabe Griffin, a 14-year-old from Bir- today to pay tribute to the late Dr. Russell mingham, Alabama, is the inspiration behind Thursday, July 25, 2019 Kirk, a political theorist, moralist, historian, and Ride4Gabe. After Gabe was diagnosed with literary critic, in honor of the historical marker Duchenne, his parents created the non-profit Mr. BERGMAN. Madam Speaker, it’s my being placed at his beloved home and library Hope for Gabe Foundation to raise awareness honor to recognize Timothy J. Nelson for his in Mecosta, Michigan next month. and support efforts to develop a cure for this service as President of Northwestern Michigan As a resident of Mecosta County and a devastating condition. Michael Staley (38) of College. Through his exceptional leadership Michigan native, Dr. Kirk led numerous semi- Hoover, Alabama, and Wes Bates (24) of and steadfast devotion to educational excel- nars on political theory, culture and virtue Nagoya, Japan, began Ride4Gabe in 2014 lence, Tim has become an indispensable part while teaching fellows and students for over when they rode across Oregon, Idaho, Wyo- of Michigan’s First District. 40 years, a tradition that his gracious wife, An- ming, Nebraska, South Dakota, Iowa, Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, and Alabama. Serving as President of NMC since 2001, nette Kirk, still values and honors today through the Russell Kirk Center. Since his According to Parent Project Muscular Dys- Tim has led the college through a dramatic trophy, Duchenne is the most common fatal passing in 1994, his home has become an genetic disorder diagnosed in childhood, af- transition and growth as it worked to provide educational destination for continued interest fecting approximately 1 in every 3,500 live its learners and communities with the skills, in his work by students and scholars alike. male births (about 20,000 new cases each experiences and values that will help them to As the author of thirty-two books covering year worldwide). Because the Duchenne gene create social and economic wealth during their topics from political theory to cultural criticism, is found on the X-chromosome, it primarily af- lifetimes. Dr. Kirk is considered one of the preeminent fects males; however, it occurs across all thinkers of his time. His first published book in In 2011, President Nelson and his wife races and cultures and there are cases of fe- 1953, The Conservative Mind: From Burke to spearheaded the Global Opportunities Fund, males with Duchenne. Eliot, is one of the most widely reviewed and with the goal of providing opportunities for Duchenne results in progressive loss of discussed studies of political ideals in Amer- NMC faculty, students, and staff to engage in strength and is caused by a mutation in the ica. Along with his subsequent writings on the gene that encodes for dystrophin. Because projects with international partners, exchange topic, Dr. Kirk shaped the modern ideas of knowledge with countries around the world, dystrophin is absent, the muscle cells are eas- American conservatism. As an elite scholar, ily damaged. The progressive muscle weak- enhance the learning of world languages, and Dr. Kirk shared his brilliance through his pro- ness leads to serious medical problems, par- improve communication across different cul- digious literary works and received one of our ticularly issues relating to the heart and lungs. tures. The college has also developed global nation’s highest honors when President Ron- Individuals with Duchenne typically live into partnerships with educational institutions in ald Reagan conferred the Presidential Citizens their late twenties. Brazil, China, Costa Rica, the United King- Medal upon him in 1989. Building on the success of the first dom, India, and others—making NMC one of Dr. Kirk found his true joy in addressing col- Ride4Gabe event, Payne Griffin, 23, of Wash- lege audiences because he believed the key the premier community colleges for providing ington, D.C. joined Michael and Wes for to the lasting success of conservative ideas global experiences. Ride4Gabe II in 2016 and the group pedaled rested on shaping the cultural and moral be- across Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont, New Under Tim’s leadership, NMC has also been liefs of the next generation. In his books, arti- York, Pennsylvania, Ohio, Kentucky, Ten- committed to helping Veterans achieve their cles, speeches, and interviews, Dr. Kirk nessee, Alabama, and Florida. Brian Toone, goals, succeed in college, and move onto the shaped the thinking of generations of conserv- 42, of Hoover, Alabama, dubbed his effort next chapter in their lives. Additionally, Tim atives around the world. His ideas have per- Ride4Gabe Ill as he competed, in the grueling has worked to include faculty, staff, students, sonally helped me in forming my own beliefs Race Across America. Brian finished 3rd place and the local community in conversations re- and it is a privilege to pay special tribute to Dr. overall as he traversed California, Arizona, lated to the future of the college, promoting a Kirk and his legacy today. Utah, Colorado, Kansas, Missouri, Illinois, Indi- On behalf of the Fourth Congressional Dis- culture of inclusivity and success. ana, Ohio, West Virginia, Pennsylvania and trict of Michigan, I am honored to recognize Maryland in just over ten days. Outside of his service as NMC President, Dr. Russell Kirk’s illustrious career and extend The Ride4Gabe IV team will be live stream- Tim has provided valuable support and exper- my appreciation for his hard work and dedica- ing their adventure online as they pass tise as a member and leader in the Michigan tion. The historical marker in front of his cher- through Alabama, Mississippi, Tennessee, Ar- Community College Association, the American ished home in Mecosta will help ensure his kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico, and Association of Community Colleges, the Mun- ideas live on for future generations. Colorado. As the riders tire and their muscles son Medical Center Board of Trustees, the f get sore, they will draw strength and inspira- tion from Gabe and the Duchenne community. Traverse City Rotary Club, the Traverse City RECOGNIZING RIDE4GABE FOR Their hero, Gabe, would love to ride a bicycle Chamber of Commerce, and multiple other BRINGING NEEDED AWARENESS with them but Duchenne makes doing so im- state and community organizations. Tim will TO DUCHENNE MUSCULAR DYS- possible. With our help, Duchenne patients retire on December 31, 2019, as the longest- TROPHY like Gabe can continue to hope for a cure so serving President in the college’s history. His they, too, can go on an epic bike ride or play impact on the people of Northern Michigan HON. ROBERT B. ADERHOLT baseball, football, or basketball with their cannot be overstated. OF ALABAMA friends. On behalf of my colleagues representing Madam Speaker, it’s my honor to congratu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES congressional districts along the Ride4Gabe late Timothy Nelson for his 18 years of service Thursday, July 25, 2019 IV route, I am pleased to recognize as President of Northwestern Michigan Col- Mr. ADERHOLT. Madam Speaker, on behalf Ride4Gabe IV. The awareness that will be lege. Michiganders can take great pride in of Representatives PALMER, SEWELL, KELLY raised through Ride4Gabe will lead to greater knowing the First District is home to such a (TRENT), KUSTOFF, COHEN, CRAWFORD, HILL, public awareness about Duchenne Muscular dedicated leader. On behalf of my constitu- WESTERMAN, WOMACK, MULLIN, HERN, LUCAS, Dystrophy. It is our hope that Gabe Griffin and ents, I wish Tim all the best in his future en- THORNBERRY, LUJA´N, BUCK, TIPTON, and LAM- every other patient who suffers from deavors. BORN, I want to recognize three men who will Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy will soon have attempt to pedal their bicycles from Bir- access to a treatment and ultimately a cure.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:21 Jul 26, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00012 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25JY8.035 E25JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS July 25, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E997 CONGRATULATING PROFESSORS Sheriff’s Office. He was designated as the first Yet this is what Congress has done to U.S. BARBARA MCFARLAND AND MI- Rapid Intense Specific Competencies Instruc- citizens when it comes to only one country for CHAEL WHITEMAN tor, promoted to the position of Detective Ser- the last 60 years—Cuba. geant, and appointed to his current position of Americans can travel to China, Saudi Ara- HON. JOE CUNNINGHAM Chief Deputy in 1996. Through all these posi- bia, Vietnam, Russia, Iran and Syria—each OF SOUTH CAROLINA tions, he exemplified a steadfast commitment with human rights records arguably as bad or IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to providing superior service and protection to worse than Cuba’s and, it should be noted, Thursday, July 25, 2019 the communities of Waupaca County. each of these countries also support Nicholas During his time as Chief Deputy, Chief Dep- Maduro in Venezuela. And until just recently, Mr. CUNNINGHAM. Madam Speaker, I rise uty Kraeger was instrumental in promoting Americans could even travel to North Korea. today to congratulate Professors Barbara teamwork, communication, and strategy to This is an anachronistic policy, left over McFarland and Michael Whiteman as they combat controlled substance violations. He from the Cold War and proven to be ineffec- step down from the faculty at the Chase Col- embraced the Office’s membership and partici- tive at leveraging change by the Cuban gov- lege of Law at Northern Kentucky University. pation in the Central Wisconsin Drug Task ernment. The only people it harms are Amer- Their tenure has brought Chase bigger ideas, Force. He was also instrumental in the assign- ican citizens and those in Cuba striving to cre- brighter days, and better futures for any stu- ment of two full-time Drug Investigator posi- ate innovative economic alternatives to state- dent lucky enough to sit in their classrooms. tions within the Waupaca County Sheriff’s Of- controlled enterprises. One of Professor McFarland’s greatest gifts fice. Chief Deputy Kraeger was also a mem- Ironically, continued efforts to further restrict is to provide every student she encounters ber of several professional organizations in- the right of Americans to travel to Cuba have with the resources and encouragement to cluding the Wisconsin Narcotics Officers Asso- had devastating consequences for Cuba’s achieve their best work—in law school and be- ciation, National Narcotic Officers Association fledgling private sector—the very people the yond. After 15 years at Chase, she is retiring Coalition, and Wisconsin Sheriff’s and Deputy United States aims to help—which had grown to continue her work inspiring young minds, Sheriff’s Association, to name a few. to be approximately 30 percent of Cuban this time with young, at-risk children. Chief Deputy Kraeger served with diligence, economy as a result of more Americans trav- I took a short quiz to celebrate Professor selflessness, and bravery throughout his law eling to the island during the last Administra- Whiteman’s retirement and I scored a 6/10, enforcement career. Waupaca County is fortu- tion. which was pretty similar to some of my scores nate to have officers like Chief Deputy Madam Speaker, I believe that the Amer- in his class! After 17 successful years at Kraeger who exemplify and exceed their oath ican people are our very best ambassadors; Chase, Professor Whiteman is headed off to a to serve and protect. I am proud to represent that they reflect the democratic values, curi- law school down the road. Professor White- men and women with such commitment to osity, and innovation that make our country so man has been described by his colleagues as their communities and our country. great. Congress should not be in the business one of the most genuine and kind-hearted Madam Speaker, I urge all members of this of denying them their own rights. people they have ever met, and I truly could body to join me in thanking Chief Deputy Congress stripped away this basic right, and not agree any more. Kraeger for his service and dedication to pro- only Congress can restore it. It’s past time for I know firsthand that Professors McFarland tecting our community. I congratulate him on us to do so. I urge all my colleagues, on both and Whiteman’s passion for supporting a stu- an exceptional 41-year career with the sides of the aisle, to cosponsor this bipartisan dent’s success can be the definitive factor be- Waupaca County Sheriff’s Office and wish him bill and ensure its passage in the 116th Con- tween giving up and getting a degree, and I well as he marks the conclusion of an accom- gress. am so thankful for the impact they had on my plished career. I include in the RECORD an opinion piece by educational and personal development. Pro- Chris Sabatini entitled, Trump Doubles Down f fessors McFarland and Whiteman are about to on Failed Cuba Policy, which was published in begin new journeys for themselves, but they LET ALL U.S. CITIZENS TRAVEL The New York Times on July 24, 2019. can rest assured that their legacies will live on TO CUBA RESTORE THEIR RIGHT [From the New York Times, July 24, 2019] in the Chase Law School community. I thank TO TRAVEL—H.R. 3960 TRUMP DOUBLES DOWN ON FAILED CUBA them for all they have done and wish them POLICY good luck in all future endeavors. HON. JAMES P. McGOVERN THE CUBAN AUTOCRACY REMAINS A NAGGING RE- f MINDER OF UNITED STATES IMPOTENCE IN OF MASSACHUSETTS ROOTING OUT COMMUNISM IN RECOGNITION OF CHIEF DEP- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES (By Christopher Sabatini) UTY ALLEN KRAEGER’S RETIRE- Thursday, July 25, 2019 The Trump administration’s effort to bring MENT FROM THE WAUPACA about the end of Cuba’s repressive govern- Mr. MCGOVERN. Madam Speaker, I am COUNTY SHERIFF’S OFFICE ment by squeezing the island’s economy proud to introduce today H.R. 3960, the Free- promises only more suffering for Cuban citi- HON. MIKE GALLAGHER dom for Americans to Travel to Cuba Act of zens, who are already struggling under Fidel 2019, along with my colleagues, Representa- Castro’s failed economic project. OF WISCONSIN tives TOM EMMER (R–MN), KATHY CASTOR (D– The White House is hurting the very peo- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES FL), RICK CRAWFORD (R–AR), BARBARA LEE ple—ordinary Cubans—it claims to support. Thursday, July 25, 2019 (D–CA), DARIN LAHOOD (R–IL), JOSE´ SERRANO Not only are their potential sources of inde- Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, I rise (D–NY), GUY RESCHENTHALER (R–PA), DON- pendent income (and, with it, political inde- pendence) drying up, so is their access to ALD BEYER, JR. (D–VA), and DENVER today to recognize Chief Deputy Allen Kraeger food—and their hopes for the future. on celebrating his retirement from the RIGGLEMAN (R–VA). I’m also proud to stand For decades, the Cuban autocracy has been Waupaca County Sheriff’s Office. His leader- with my good friend, Senator PATRICK LEAHY, a nagging reminder of United States impo- ship left a major impact on Wisconsin law en- who will be introducing this bill in the Senate tence in rooting out Communism. Washing- forcement and is an excellent example of on Monday with 45 bipartisan cosponsors. ton’s embargo on Havana was tightened by service to the community. This bipartisan bill addresses an issue I Congress in 1992 and 1996—with the uninten- Chief Deputy Kraeger is an exceptional pub- care very deeply about—the right of American tionally ironic titles of the Cuban Democ- lic servant who dedicated his professional life citizens—my constituents—to travel freely any- racy Act and what’s known as the Cuban Liberty Act. to upholding the law. Starting as Reserve where in the world. Freedom of movement, This pressure has always come with tough Deputy in 1972, Chief Deputy Kraeger held freedom to travel, the basic right of any U.S. talk from Republicans, who like to claim positions as a Corrections Officer and Patrol- citizen to choose freely where they can go in that the Castro government’s time is up. man before beginning full time employment as this world has always been a fundamental part John Bolton, the national security adviser, a Highway Patrolman with the Waupaca of being an American. is the latest hawk to spew this empty rhet- County Highway Patrol in 1978. After the Foreign governments might choose to deny oric. merging of the Waupaca County Highway Pa- our citizens a visa. They might restrict where Yet more than 58 years of isolating Havana has shown that the strategy doesn’t follow trol and Waupaca County Sheriff’s Office in Americans can go when they arrive inside a any logical theory of regime change, even if 1983, Chief Deputy Kraeger was reassigned foreign country. But the U.S. government and it plays well in South Florida. Isolation has as a Patrol Deputy with the Sheriff’s Office. the U.S. Congress should not be in the busi- only reinforced the Cuban government’s ef- Chief Deputy Kraeger served in many roles ness of imposing restrictions on our own citi- fort to make its citizens economically de- during his tenure with the Waupaca County zens. pendent on the Communist state.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:21 Jul 26, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00013 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A25JY8.038 E25JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS E998 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks July 25, 2019 There was a brief break in America’s hard- TRIBUTE TO KEVIN L. SHAFER, IN RECOGNITION OF WAHCONAH line approach when, in December 2014, Presi- P.E., RECIPIENT OF THE MIL- PARK’S 100TH ANNIVERSARY dent Barack Obama announced a loosening WAUKEE WATER COUNCIL’S of the embargo and the normalization of re- THIRD ANNUAL ‘‘WATER WAR- lations. President Trump reversed course HON. RICHARD E. NEAL and rolled out many of the past, failed sanc- RIOR OF THE YEAR’’ AWARD OF MASSACHUSETTS tions against Cuba, plus some new ones. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Those have included restricting Ameri- HON. GWEN MOORE Thursday, July 25, 2019 cans’ travel to officially approved group OF WISCONSIN trips with cultural organizations, ending the Mr. NEAL. Madam Speaker, I would like to allowance for American cruise ships to dock IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES take this opportunity to recognize the 100th in Cuban ports, plans to reduce to $1,000 the Thursday, July 25, 2019 anniversary of Wahconah Park in Pittsfield, amount of money that Cuban-Americans can Ms. MOORE. Madam Speaker, I rise today Massachusetts. Wahconah Park has been a send to Cuba every three months, and allow- loyal, magical home for America’s favorite ing United States citizens to sue foreign to honor Kevin Shafer, the long serving Exec- companies over the use of property expropri- utive Director of the Milwaukee Metropolitan pastime since the 19th century, when the ated by the Castro government (a provision Sewerage District (MMSD) and a recent recipi- game of baseball was first played on its suspended by Republican and Democratic ad- ent of the Milwaukee Water Council’s third an- grounds in 1892. Most of the ballpark’s facili- ministrations since it was passed in 1996). nual ‘‘Water Warrior of the Year Award,’’ ties, however, including its wooden grand- By the White House’s own admission, these which is given to acknowledge those in the stand, were officially built in 1919—and they policies will reduce by half the number of water industry who advance the importance of have filled with lovers of the game ever since. American tourists visiting the island. That Over the course of more than a century, number last year was 600,000. American tour- Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Math (STEAM) education. Wahconah Park has hosted numerous Minor ists had been helping to support the private League Baseball teams, other professional restaurants, shops and the approximately MMSD provides wastewater treatment rec- clubs and affiliates, as well as summer colle- 20,000 Airbnb’s that have sprung up in recent lamation and flood management, among other giate teams—like the Pittsfield Suns, who cur- years. services, for about 1.1 million customers in 28 rently call Wahconah home. As the Pittsfield Support for Havana from the regime in communities in the Greater Milwaukee Area Suns’ team owner Jeff Goldklang has said, Venezuela, another target of the Trump ad- The award acknowledges Kevin’s dedication baseball is about history, and it’s about memo- ministration, has been halted, compounding to growing MMSD’s internship program which Cuba’s economic troubles. ries. Wahconah Park is certainly steeped in provides students with hands-on learning ex- Shortly after he was inaugurated as presi- both. It is a testament to the game Americans perience to inspire and educate students dent of Venezuela in 1999, Hugo Cha´ vez, have loved for decades and continues to be a about future water-related careers in areas threw the struggling Cuban economy a life- destination for generations of families who such as water quality protection, laboratory line, sending 100,000 barrels of oil a day, half come to the Berkshires to watch it come to of which the Cuban government sold on the services, engineering, construction and sus- life. And beyond baseball, Wahconah Park world market for hard currency. As partial tainability. According to the CEO of the Water has also played host to various high school payment for the cheap oil, Cubans provided Council, ‘‘When it comes to supporting and sporting events, and alternated into a concert intelligence and military support to Mr. nurturing our next generation of water profes- ´ ´ venue at times as well. Chavez and to his successor, Nicolas Maduro, sionals we always know that Kevin will say an to help them consolidate their corrupt, auto- Once again, Madam Speaker, I would like to emphatic yes when we ask him to do more.’’ cratic project. congratulate Wahconah Park on the occasion But as Venezuelan oil production plunged For over 25 years, MMSD has grown its in- of its 100th anniversary. The ballpark is city- in recent years, and global prices fell, Cuba’s ternship program which now hires 25 students owned and has been integral to the fabric of life-support system dried up to between every summer. For example, during the sum- Pittsfield’s community. It represents the lon- 20,000 and 50,000 barrels per day, as of April. mer of 2018, MMSD worked with the Water gevity, history, and character of not only the The Trump administration has seen the Council to place two African-American junior Berkshires, but all of western Massachusetts. weakness of these two economies as an op- engineering students from Tuskegee Univer- portunity to push for regime change in both sity to work as interns with a goal of increas- f countries. ing the number of African-Americans pursuing RECOGNIZING JERRY SHEA, SR. The first target was Mr. Maduro, hoping water as a career. This is just one of several his fall would bring democracy to his coun- efforts by MMSD to invest in and develop a di- try and thus bankrupt the Cuban regime, fi- HON. CLAY HIGGINS verse water workforce in the Milwaukee area. nally bringing it to its knees. Now, as ad- OF LOUISIANA Kevin Shafer has served as executive direc- ministration officials face their failed, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES overhyped efforts to topple Mr. Maduro, they tor of MMSD since 2002. Throughout his ca- have changed their focus: they are blaming reer at MMSD, Kevin has helped to make the Thursday, July 25, 2019 Cuba for Mr. Maduro’s survival—rather than utility a leader when it comes to the adoption Mr. HIGGINS of Louisiana. Madam Speak- Mr. Maduro for the Cuban government’s sur- and use of green infrastructure, has been in- er, I rise today to recognize a pillar of Lou- vival. strumental in efforts to transform MMSD ’s isiana, Iberia Parish icon, Jerry Shea, Sr., who Cubans—and the Cuban leaders—have been stormwater management system, and con- through worse. American restrictions on recently passed away at the age of 93. trade and travel to Cuba are minor compared tinues to foster innovative means of protecting Jerry was born in Louisiana and lived some to the difficulties they faced after the col- the District’s water supply. young years in Texas. He has been a resident lapse of the Soviet Union, during which the Prior to this position, Kevin worked in the of New Iberia, LA, since 1942. After serving Cuban economy contracted by more than one private sector at an international engineering three years in the Air Force and graduating third. Even then, with food, electricity and firm and spent six years with the U.S. Army from Louisiana State University with a degree hope all in short supply, the Castro govern- Corps of Engineers. Currently, Kevin is a in petroleum engineering, he went to work for ment survived. Chair on both the United States’ Water Alli- his father’s welding company, Bayou Welding Today, Cuba’s leadership, under Rau´ l Cas- ance Board of Directors and the Water Coun- Works. Eventually Jerry and his late brother ´ tro’s handpicked successor, Miguel Dıaz- cil Board of Directors. Kevin was formerly Canel, is once again rallying the island na- Edward ‘‘Buddy’’ Shea, Jr. went on to start tion’s citizens to tighten their belts, for ex- President of the National Association of Clean several offshoots of Bayou, including Bayou ample by promoting hutia, a local rodent, as Water Agencies. Pipe Coating in 1971. Jerry was inducted into a source of protein. And other authoritarian It is an honor to recognize Kevin Shafer for the National Association of Pipe Coating Appli- powers, like China and Russia, are more than his dedication to the residents served by cators Hall of Fame in 1996 and retired from willing to throw even just a bit of economic MMSD and in being an innovative water in- Bayou in 2000 after providing 55 years of help, and lots of anti-American ideological dustry leader who is constantly trying to find leadership in the family business. In addition support, which didn’t exist during the post- new ways to deal with the challenges facing to his family business, he served as chairman Cold War period. MMSD. I applaud the high level of profes- of the board of New Iberia National Bank dur- The Trump administration’s strategy will fail, as it has in the past, and ordinary Cuban sionalism and service that he has brought to ing the 1980s. citizens will continue to bare the brunt of a MMSD and have no doubt he will continue to Despite his business success, Jerry is even misguided American policy. When will Amer- serve our community in the same distin- more well-known for his commitment and dedi- ican leaders finally learn the lessons of his- guished manner as he has done throughout cation to his community. He and his wife, Har- tory? his career. riet, have received numerous recognitions for

VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:21 Jul 26, 2019 Jkt 089060 PO 00000 Frm 00014 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A25JY8.040 E25JYPT1 SSpencer on DSKBBXCHB2PROD with REMARKS July 25, 2019 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E999 their community involvement, including receiv- stories when he started the Heartland Beat, an I often joked that one of the reasons I ran ing the ‘‘Distinguished Citizen Award’’ from the online blog and newsletter, to reach out to for office was so that George could introduce Boy Scouts Evangeline Area Council in 2001 alumni of Heartland Community School. This me at events. He was a dynamic and articu- and the 2013 Leaders in Philanthropy Award experience inspired Taylor to explore other late speaker with a velvet voice. It was always from Community Foundation of Acadiana for avenues for schools and their alumni to create an honor to be introduced by him. Iberia Parish. They also founded a scholarship and share content. This discovery process led During the debate leading up to a vote on at Catholic High School. Most recently, Jerry to the founding of Striv Inc. in 2012. Today, the Affordable Care Act in 2009, I held a town was the Grand Marshall of the local St. Pat- Striv Inc. has taught hundreds of students the hall meeting with constituents to hear their rick’s Day Parade and a former King of the necessary skills to provide high quality stream- thoughts. I knew interest in the meeting was Krewe of Andalusia. In fact, Jerry was so ac- ing access and coverage of school events and very high and there would be a big crowd. tive in New Iberia, people would often refer to activities for their schools and communities. I thought to myself, who do I know who him as the ‘‘unofficial mayor of New Iberia.’’ The business currently provides educational could control a large, feisty—possibly angry— Jerry’s impact on New Iberia, Louisiana, will and streaming services to over 100 school dis- group of people. Of course the answer was never be forgotten and he deserves great rec- tricts in Nebraska. Ever the innovator, Siebert George. When I asked him if he wanted to ognition. His passing is a true loss to his fam- has never stopped creating. The purpose of take on the challenge, he said he was de- ily, his community and to Louisiana. his latest development, ‘‘Class Intercom,’’ is to lighted. Jerry and his bride, Harriet, have six chil- help school districts more effectively utilize so- More than 1,200 people attended that town dren, 21 grandchildren, and 33 great grand- cial media to maximize connection, promotion, hall and people were fired up. With his com- children. I join his family in mourning his pass- and information sharing in their communities. manding presence, George deftly moderated ing and celebrating his life. Taylor could have created his internet-driven the event—kept folks in line and the pro- f business in any state in the country. He chose ceedings on course. to come back to Nebraska, back to his home- It is virtually impossible to travel around San HONORING RECIPIENTS OF THE IN- town, and invest his talents in training tomor- Diego and not see George’s impact. He was AUGURAL THIRD DISTRICT row’s leaders and creating a better version of on just about every board and every commis- YOUNG ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS the, ‘‘The Good Life.’’ sion. What an incredible amount of boundless The Medina Street Vault Coffeehouse & Bi- ideas and endless energy he had. And he HON. ADRIAN SMITH stro of Cairo is owned by Jenna Schweitzer. kept it up until his final days. OF NEBRASKA Through the experiences of her high school It wasn’t just San Diego that benefited from his talents. George was active in causes and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES job as barista, owner Jenna Schweitzer real- events in many cities around the country. Thursday, July 25, 2019 ized her life’s passion was coffee. She knew she wanted to open her own coffee shop, and George was a writer, a public speaker, and Mr. SMITH of Nebraska. Madam Speaker, to attempt to share her passion with her an athlete. But mostly, he was a trusted and today I honor five individuals and businesses hometown. In 2017, thanks to Jenna’s vision, loyal friend. Above all, I send condolences to his loving from Nebraska for receiving the Inaugural hard work, and the support of her family she family. Third District Young Entrepreneur Awards. opened her coffee shop and bistro in a former Throughout the 75 counties of the Third Dis- It is safe to say that San Diego won’t see bank building in Cairo, and strategically se- the likes of George Mitrovich again. trict, entrepreneurs and innovators are working lected her food and drink menu to ensure she hard to grow opportunity in our state. complemented, and supported other local f In May, I called for nominations as part of businesses. Schweitzer feels The Vault has HONORING THE SERVICE OF HIL- a new initiative to recognize the young individ- become an experience area residents turn to LARY A. DAVIS, WOMEN’S CON- uals, businesses, and organizations in the when they want a place to meet their friends, GRESSIONAL POLICY INSTITUTE Third District who strengthen their commu- relax, and lose two or three hours in conversa- 2019 CONGRESSIONAL FELLOW ON nities through fresh ideas, hard work, and en- tion. Her goal of creating a family-centered en- WOMEN AND PUBLIC POLICY trepreneurship. vironment to share her passion with others Papa Moon Vineyards of Scottsbluff began has become a reality. in 2007 as a grape growing hobby for the HON. BENNIE G. THOMPSON Game On of McCook is owned by Cody OF MISSISSIPPI Massey family, and has since evolved into an Dame. Thanks to a 2007 submission to the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES absolute passion for grape cultivation and Hormel Business Plan Competition perma- Thursday, July 25, 2019 craft-wine production. Over the next several nently changed his professional direction. Win- years, their passion evolved into a family busi- ning the business plan competition allowed Mr. THOMPSON of Mississippi. Madam ness. Named for the moniker the youngest him to transition from owning his own traveling Speaker, I rise to honor Hillary A. Davis, Con- Massey family member gave his grandfather, videography and disc jockey service to pur- gressional Fellow with the Women’s Congres- winery owner Jim, it has truly become a family suing his passion of building a community sional Policy Institute on Women and Public project. The Masseys opened their tasting through creating a fun and experiential envi- Policy. For the past 7 months, Ms. Davis has room in 2018 to share their passion for viticul- ronment for all ages. Quickly growing from a been working as a research and writing asso- ture and love of winemaking. They are a 1,000 square foot retail space to a much larg- ciate. proud family-owned farm winery, with a focus er location in the community of McCook, Cody Ms. Davis is a native of Tampa, Florida, and on the cultivation and production of high qual- has expanded into the communities of North chose to follow in her godmother’s footsteps ity product. Platte, Kearney, and Grand Island as well. and attend the historic Fisk University in Nash- Upstream Farms of Albion, is led by broth- Game On has become a successful regional ville, TN. There she majored in Political ers Matthew and Joseph Brugger. They work retail business, committed to strengthening the Science, and while at Fisk, Ms. Davis estab- every day to bring new meaning to the phrase, communities in which they are present. lished herself as a servant leader by being ‘‘Farm to Table.’’ The Bruggers co-founded I am proud to recognize each of these elected to serve on the Student Government Upstream with the goal of establishing better award winners today, and I thank them for Association and as chapter president of Fisk’s rural communities. They saw few opportunities their many contributions to Nebraska. collegiate chapter of NAACP. Upon graduating for young people to become involved in agri- f from Fisk, she returned to Tampa and began culture, and wanted to create a business that a career as a human resource professional in would inspire young agriculturalists and entre- TRIBUTE TO GEORGE MITROVICH the information technology industry. Ms. Davis preneurs to pursue their passion in a rural also holds a Master of Public Administration community. To demonstrate their desire to HON. SUSAN A. DAVIS from Southern University and A&M College in embrace their vision, Upstream is more than OF CALIFORNIA Baton Rouge, LA. just a traditional farm. Upstream strives to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Throughout her time on the Committee, Ms. demonstrate diversification through action, of- Davis has displayed a high degree of profes- fering services in agronomy, technical innova- Thursday, July 25, 2019 sionalism and personal commitment to pro- tion, resale of market ready produce, and Mrs. DAVIS of California. Madam Speaker, viding staff valuable insight and information. In angus products. it is with great sorrow that I mourn the passing all of this, Ms. Davis has demonstrated benev- Striv Inc. of Henderson, is Jed by Taylor of my friend, my neighbor, and San Diego olence, vitality, and enthusiasm, which has Siebert. He discovered his passion for sharing icon: George Mitrovich. helped all of us enormously.

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SPLITT’S 100TH BIRTHDAY subsequently receiving his Master’s in Public His spirit and accomplishments are irreplace- Administration from the University of Kansas, able, but we will always strive to emulate HON. MIKE GALLAGHER Bill spent years managing cities across this them. OF WISCONSIN country and guiding them through both tough f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and exciting economic periods. Although gam- ing was not widely legalized throughout the RECOGNIZING THE 113TH ANNIVER- Thursday, July 25, 2019 country when Bill first landed in Las Vegas in SARY AND 95TH GENERAL CON- Mr. GALLAGHER. Madam Speaker, I rise the 1990s, he sensed the tides turning and VENTION OF ALPHA PHI ALPHA today to honor World War II veteran and re- worked with city leaders to prepare for its ex- FRATERNITY, INC. tired attorney Cody Splitt as she celebrates pansion. her 100th birthday. It was important to Bill to foster strong rela- HON. STEVEN HORSFORD Esther ‘‘Cody’’ Splitt was born in Wausau, tionships between the gaming industry and the OF NEVADA Wisconsin in 1919. From a young age, Cody communities in which companies operated, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES knew she wanted to serve her country and and he went above and beyond his profes- Thursday, July 25, 2019 make an impact in her community. At the sional duties to accomplish this. With his stra- height of WWII, she joined the U.S. Navy and tegic thinking and amiable personality, Bill Mr. HORSFORD. Madam Speaker, I rise served in the Women Accepted for Volunteer made Boyd Gaming a better community part- today to recognize the 113th Anniversary and Emergency Service. While serving, she ner and Las Vegas a stronger and more pros- 95th General Convention of Alpha Phi Alpha worked on naval intelligence and was the perous community through his service as Vice Fraternity, Inc. Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc. Φ head of personnel for WAVES. Chairman and Executive Board member of the (A A) is the first African-American, intercolle- After leaving the Navy in 1945, Cody pur- Nevada Resort Association. giate Greek-lettered fraternity. It was initially a sued her dream of becoming a lawyer. I had the pleasure of hosting Bill as my literary and social studies club organized in Through the G.I. Bill, she attended the Univer- guest to the State of the Union one year. It is the 1905–1906 school year at Cornell Univer- sity of Wisconsin-Madison where she was one difficult to find someone who enjoys politics as sity but later evolved into a fraternity with a of five women in her class. She graduated in much as Bill. But Bill has been so much more founding date of December 4, 1906. Its aims just three years with a bachelor’s and law de- than just an observer: Bill has run a casino; are ‘‘Manly Deeds, Scholarship, and Love For gree. dined with U.S. presidents; guided economic All Mankind,’’ and its motto is ‘‘First of All, Cody met and married her husband, Harley, development and philanthropy in Las Vegas Servants of All, We Shall Transcend All.’’ while attending UW-Madison. After her grad- as Chair of the Las Vegas Metro Chamber of Chapters were chartered at Howard Univer- uation, the couple moved to Appleton where Commerce and through the Las Vegas Global sity and Virginia Union University in 1907. The Cody opened the second woman-owned law Economic Alliance; served on the Board of the fraternity now has over 290,000 members and firm in Outagamie County. At age 66, she was Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority; has been open to men of all races since 1945. elected president of the Outagamie County and helped unify our community after the hor- Currently, there are more than 730 active Bar Association, the first woman to hold that rific events of 1 October. chapters in the Americas, Africa, Europe, the position. Cody retired from the legal profession He is well respected in the gaming industry Caribbean, and Asia. It is the largest predomi- at age 75 and joined the Outagamie County intentionally and has been recognized numer- nantly African-American fraternity and one of Board of Supervisors. She won subsequent ous times for his leadership, including as the ten largest collegiate fraternities in the na- bids for reelection and served on the Legisla- Gaming Professional of the Year. He has truly tion. tive/Audit Committee until she resigned at the left his mark on Las Vegas, and we are all in- Alpha Phi Alpha is a social organization with age of 82. In addition, Cody served on the debted to him for it. I wish Bill and his wife, a service organization mission and has pro- Outagamie County Health and Human Serv- Sylvia, all the best in their future endeavors. vided leadership and service during the Great ices Board. f Depression, both World Wars, and the Civil Her contributions to the community are vast Rights Movement. The fraternity has ad- and continue to be honored. In 2013, Cody COMMEMORATING MR. HENRY dressed social issues such as apartheid, was honored as a Woman of Distinction by RODRIGUEZ MARTINEZ, SR. AIDS, urban housing, and other economic, the Mid-Day Women’s Alliance. She was pre- cultural, and political issues of interest to peo- sented with the Lifetime Achievement Award HON. MARC A. VEASEY ple of color. by the Wisconsin Law Journal in 2015. In OF TEXAS National programs and initiatives of the fra- 2016, the Fox Cities Chamber of Commerce IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ternity include A Voteless People Is a Hope- inducted Cody into the Business Hall of Fame less People, My Brother’s Keeper, Go To High Thursday, July 25, 2019 for her success and influence as a business School, Go To College, Project Alpha, and the leader. Mr. VEASEY. Madam Speaker, I rise today World Policy Council. It also conducts philan- Madam Speaker, it is my privilege to rise in to commemorate Mr. Henry Rodriguez Mar- thropic programming initiatives with the March recognition of Cody Splitt’s 100th birthday. I tinez, Sr. of Dallas. Mr. Martinez was a father, of Dimes, Head Start, the Boy Scouts of would like to thank Cody for her service in the veteran and a local civil rights leader that was America, and Big Brothers Big Sisters of U.S. Navy and continued commitment to im- committed to bettering our DFW communities America. Currently the fraternity is involved in proving the Fox Valley community. May she throughout his life of public service. a vigorous civic engagement initiative aimed at have a happy and healthy birthday. Mr. Martinez was son of West Dallas, and voter protection and a full census count for f spent his life making sure that communities of people of color. color had a seat at the table. He was an early Members of this fraternity include many his- CONGRATULATING WILLIAM J. pioneer in building Latino political power in our torical civil rights leaders such as Martin Lu- NOONAN ON HIS RETIREMENT community and was one of the loudest advo- ther King Jr., NAACP founder W. E. B. Du cates in the fight to guarantee better represen- Bois. Other world-renowned members include HON. DINA TITUS tation for all people of color on the Dallas City political activist Cornel West, musicians Duke OF NEVADA council. I know he would be proud to see the Ellington and Lionel Richie, NBA legend Walt IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES diversity we have on our city council today. Frazier, Jamaican Prime Minister Norman Mr. Martinez also worked to ensure the Manley, Olympic gold medalist Jesse Owens, Thursday, July 25, 2019 safety of West Dallas and the greater DFW- Justice Thurgood Marshall, Investor and Ms. TITUS. Madam Speaker, I rise to con- area. Martinez was an active member of the founder of Vista Equity Partners Robert F. gratulate my dear friend, William J. Noonan, Eagle Ford/Ledbetter Community of West Dal- Smith, United Nations Ambassador Andrew on his well-deserved retirement. After a long las throughout his life and as the president of Young, Academy Award winning director Barry

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The tragic deaths of these children do predatory practices. sportscasters Stuart Scott, Stan Verrett and not go unrecognized and are an unfortunate Between 2014 and 2018, the closure of for- Jay Harris. and disgraceful symptom of the inhumane profit colleges impacted almost 22,000 stu- Alpha Phi Alpha asserts that through its treatment occurring at our southwest border. dents using the GI Bill. community outreach initiatives, the fraternity H.R. 3239, the Humanitarian Standards for In 2016, when ITT Technical Institute closed supplies voice and vision to the struggle of Af- Individuals in Customs and Border Protection its doors, about 7,000 of its 40,000 students rican Americans, the African diaspora, and the Custody Act, introduced by Congressman were on the GI Bill. countless unique problems that affect Black RAUL RUIZ, raises the bar on humanitarian Last year, Education Corporation of America men. The fraternity provides for charitable en- standards at our southern border. suddenly ceased operations. Nearly 4,000 of deavors through its Education and Building Migrant children require protection from its 18,000 students were using the GI Bill. Foundations, providing academic scholarships harm, but we already know this from our own In addition to harming veterans, these clos- and shelter to underprivileged families. The personal experiences. Our children and grand- ings also leave taxpayers on the hook be- fraternity combines its efforts in conjunction children need pediatric health assessments cause the Department of Veterans Affairs has with other philanthropic organizations such as and appropriate medical attention. So do mi- to double the amount of funding it provides for Head Start, Boy Scouts of America, Big Broth- grant children. GI Bill beneficiaries when a school closes and ers Big Sisters of America, Project Alpha with Your child’s pediatrician needs the equip- their credits do not transfer. the March of Dimes, NAACP, Habitat for Hu- ment and medications for assessment, triage After serving our nation, veterans using their manity, and many Fortune 500 companies. and treatment. So do the health care providers GI Bill benefits should have faith that they will In Las Vegas, since 1964 and 1993 respec- for migrant children. Migrant children escaping be able to complete their degrees without their tively, the Theta Pi Lambda and Sigma Psi dire situations deserve the same care for their schools suddenly closing. Chapters hold high the light of Alpha. We hygiene and health. We must do better for our veterans. boast in our ranks Brothers Chief State Su- You wouldn’t allow your children or grand- Our veterans have served our country, and preme Court Justice Michael Douglas; Chief children’s safety, nutrition, health and hygiene we must honor the sacrifices they made as District Judge Addeliar D Guy, III; Dr. James needs to go unmet because you know that they transition back into civilian life and seek McMillan, the 1st Black Dentist in Nevada; they can lead to illness and death—like the to better themselves through education. Rev. Dr. Marion Bennet; Dr. Bob Bailey, the deaths of the children who died after being de- That is why I am introducing bipartisan leg- 1st Black TV Personality in Nevada; Ricki Y. tained at the border. islation to protect these student veterans. This Barlow, Las Vegas City Councilman; NV As- We must do better. We must dig the bar out week I am introducing the Safeguarding Stu- semblyman Steven Brooks; and Cedric Crear, of the ground for the humane and dignified dent Veterans Act with Congressman Ted Las Vegas City Councilman. Over the past 5 treatment of migrants and raise it up to, at Yoho of Florida. Our bill will increase coordi- years they have reinvested over $140,000 in minimum, international levels, so that no more nation between the Department of Veterans scholarships and boast a 100 percent college deaths occur on our watch. I commend and Affairs and the Department of Education, re- acceptance rate, through the Alpha Men and support my colleague, Congressman RUIZ, for quire the Department of Veterans Affairs to Divas of Tomorrow Mentoring program. introduction and passage of this bill in the better understand and track the risks that cer- House of Representatives. f tain schools pose to veterans, and empower f PERSONAL EXPLANATION veterans when deciding on which schools to THE SAFEGUARDING STUDENT attend. HON. KAREN BASS VETERANS ACT Under the bill, when the Department of Edu- cation determines that any school, including OF CALIFORNIA for-profits, are facing significant financial and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. ELIJAH E. CUMMINGS compliance issues, the Department of Edu- OF MARYLAND Thursday, July 25, 2019 cation would need to notify and coordinate IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Ms. BASS. Madam Speaker, I attempted to with the Department of Veterans Affairs. vote in favor of H.R. 3239. Unfortunately, due Thursday, July 25, 2019 The Department of Veterans Affairs would to a mechanical error during yesterday’s vote Mr. CUMMINGS. Madam Speaker, I rise to then need to undertake a risk analysis for on this bill, my vote was not recorded. discuss the Safeguarding Student Veterans these schools. The analysis would include in- As a legislator, a medical professional, and Act. formation the Department of Veterans Affairs an advocate of humane treatment for all peo- In recent years, we have seen a wave of receives from the Department of Education as ple, I am proud to support this bill because it abrupt closures of colleges in Maryland and well as additional factors such as the volume will raise the minimum standards for medical around the country, particularly those oper- of student complaints, rates of Federal student treatment of migrants and asylum seekers ating for profit. When a college closes, stu- loan defaults by veterans, and veteran com- seeking refuge at our southwestern border. dents are the ones that bear the burden and pletion rates. I went to the border to view the cir- are left asking ‘‘what’s next?’’ The Department of Veterans Affairs would cumstances on the ground and what I saw Students who have spent thousands of dol- then notify veterans of the results of the risk were inhumane conditions. Men, women, and lars can just be left with credits they are often analysis and include the findings in the De- children should never be placed in cages. not able to transfer. This leaves entire families partment of Veterans Affairs’ online GI Bill In 2018 alone, there were nine migrant placed in financial limbo due to circumstances Comparison Tool. deaths that occurred after an encounter with of which the student was unaware. I am proud that our bill has wide-ranging Customs and Border Protection—including In the last five years, close to a half million support, including from the American Legion, seven-year-old Jakelin, who died of dehydra- students were impacted by closures of around Veterans Education Success, Vietnam Vet- tion and shock; and eight-year-old Felipe, who 1,200 campuses. They were robbed of their erans of America, and Maryland Attorney Gen- died from influenza while in the custody of education and a chance to better themselves. eral Brian Frosh. Customs and Border Protection. When these schools close, student veterans I ask my colleagues to join me in supporting In the first half of 2019, there have been ten using the GI Bill benefits they have earned the Safeguarding Student Veterans Act. We deaths, including a two-year-old who died from through their courageous service are dis- must do better to protect our student veterans.

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