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ANNOUNCEMENT OF THE 2014 CON- participation in this year’s program should di- catastrophic oil spill. Tar sands oil produces GRESS-BUNDESTAG/BUNDESRAT rect them to submit a resume and cover letter up to 40 percent more carbon pollution than EXCHANGE in which they state their qualifications, the conventional oil on a life-cycle basis and is contributions they can make to a successful much harder to clean up in the event of a spill. HON. JOHN A. BOEHNER program and some assurances of their ability In Michigan, a 2010 tar sands oil spill in the OF OHIO to participate during the time stated. Kalamazoo River took over four years to clean IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Applications should be sent to the Office of up at a cost of over $1.2 billion. Despite claims from its backers, Keystone Tuesday, January 13, 2015 Interparliamentary Affairs, HC–4, the Capitol, by 5 p.m. on Friday, February 27, 2015. XL will not improve U.S. energy security or re- Mr. BOEHNER. Mr. Speaker, since 1983, f duce our dependence on oil from the Middle the U.S. Congress and the German Bundes- East. A study commissioned by the Depart- tag and Bundesrat have conducted an annual KEYSTONE XL PIPELINE ACT ment of Energy found that U.S. oil imports exchange program for staff members from from Canada will grow at ‘‘almost identical’’ both countries. The program gives profes- SPEECH OF rates with or without Keystone XL. The State sional staff the opportunity to observe and HON. ANNA G. ESHOO Department’s review of the Keystone XL pro- learn about each other’s political institutions OF CALIFORNIA posal estimated that a majority of the oil that and interact on issues of mutual interest. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES travels through the pipeline will be exported A staff delegation from the U.S. Congress overseas. In fact, contrary to the company’s will be selected to visit Germany for ten days Friday, January 9, 2015 claims in promotional materials, TransCanada from Friday, June 26–Sunday, July 5, 2015. Ms. ESHOO. Mr. Speaker, today the House has refused to guarantee that any of the oil During this ten day exchange, the delegation will vote for the tenth time to bypass a process will remain in the U.S. In 2011, I participated will attend meetings with Bundestag/Bundesrat established by law and instead, move to ap- in an Energy and Commerce Committee hear- Members, Bundestag and Bundesrat party prove an oil pipeline that will harm the climate, ing where TransCanada’s President of Energy staff members, and representatives of numer- do nothing to enhance our energy security, and Oil pipelines, Alex Pourbaix, acknowl- ous political, business, academic, and media and create 35 permanent jobs. In the process, edged under questioning that his company agencies. the legislation before us disregards the Endan- was not willing to guarantee in law or in ship- A comparable delegation of German staff gered Species Act, the National Environmental ping contracts that oil from Keystone XL will members will visit the United States for ten Policy Act, and the more than 2.5 million remain in the U.S. market. Several attempts to days Saturday, May 9–Sunday, May 17, 2015. Americans who submitted comments to the insert language ensuring that a portion of the They will attend similar meetings here in State Department on the Keystone XL pipeline oil remains in the U.S. have been rejected by Washington. The U.S. delegation is expected proposal. the House Republican leadership. to organize and facilitate these meetings. Keystone XL is a proposed 2,000-mile pipe- Supporters of Keystone XL have widely The Congress-Bundestag/Bundesrat Ex- touted the job-creation benefits of this pipeline, change is highly regarded in Germany and the line to carry up to 830,000 barrels per day of tar sands oil from Alberta, Canada to the Gulf but in reality this project will provide less than United States, and is one of several exchange three dozen permanent jobs. The projections programs sponsored by public and private in- Coast. Because the pipeline crosses the U.S.- Canadian border, existing law requires that a in the State Department’s environmental im- stitutions in the United States and Germany to pact statement, made in consultation with foster better understanding of the politics and Presidential Permit be obtained to ensure that the project is in the interest of the United TransCanada, reveal that up to 42,100 direct policies of both countries. This exchange is and indirect temporary jobs will be supported funded by the U.S. Department of State’s Bu- States. TransCanada, the Canadian company planning to build the pipeline, was initially de- during construction of the pipeline. I do not di- reau of Educational and Cultural Affairs. minish this factor. However, when construction The U.S. delegation should consist of expe- nied a Presidential Permit in early 2012. The is completed in less than two years, Keystone rienced and accomplished Hill staff who can company then split the project into two sec- XL is expected to support only 35 permanent contribute to the success of the exchange on tions and reapplied for a Presidential Permit for the 1,200-mile section of pipeline from Al- jobs. both sides of the Atlantic. The Bundestag re- Rather than investing in renewable energy ciprocates by sending senior staff profes- berta to Steele City, Nebraska. This section has undergone an environmental review proc- technologies and infrastructure updates that sionals to the United States. would benefit millions of Americans, the Applicants should have a demonstrable in- ess and the State Department is currently re- House has chosen as its first order of busi- terest in events in Europe. Applicants need viewing the public comments to determine if ness in the 114th Congress to provide a spe- not be working in the field of foreign affairs, al- the project is in the national interest. This bill cial deal to a Canadian company, without any though such a background can be helpful. The ends that review and deems the project imme- guarantee that a single drop of the oil will re- composite U.S. delegation should exhibit a diately approved. main in the United States. For this reason and range of expertise in issues of mutual concern As a member of the Energy and Commerce the others I’ve stated, I urge my colleagues to to the United States and Germany such as, Committee, I have participated in the hearings oppose this legislation and any further at- but not limited to, trade, security, the environ- on this issue since 2011, and it is clear to me tempts to short-circuit the Keystone XL review ment, economic development, health care, that Keystone XL is not in the nation’s interest. process. and other social policy issues. This year’s del- It will provide an export route for one of the egation should be familiar with transatlantic re- dirtiest fuels on earth, putting the U.S. at risk f lations within the context of recent world of a spill and unleashing billions of tons of fu- TRIBUTE TO RAY MONCRIEF events. ture greenhouse gas emissions. Beyond the In addition, U.S. participants are expected to environmental impacts, TransCanada has ac- knowledged that this project will create very HON. HAROLD ROGERS plan and implement the program for the Bun- OF KENTUCKY few permanent U.S. jobs and that most of the destag/Bundesrat staff members when they IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES visit the United States. oil will be exported overseas rather than re- Participants are selected by a committee maining in the U.S. market. In my view, this is Tuesday, January 13, 2015 composed of personnel from the Bureau of a bad deal for the American people and Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I Educational and Cultural Affairs of the Depart- should not be given a special legislative ex- rise today to pay tribute to one of the most as- ment of State and past participants of the ex- emption in the form of this bill. tute business leaders and job creators in change. Construction of Keystone XL is also incom- southern and eastern Kentucky, Ray Moncrief, Members of the House and Senate who patible with our long-term climate goals and upon his retirement from the Kentucky High- would like a member of their staff to apply for would put millions of Americans at risk of a lands Investment Corporation.

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VerDate Sep 11 2014 07:27 Jan 14, 2015 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00001 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A13JA8.001 E13JAPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E56 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 13, 2015 For generations, southern and eastern Ken- public has been misled by the pipeline’s advo- our American fabric, and I am honored to rec- tucky has relied upon the coal mining industry cates, who have played down the pipeline’s ognize their vital role in shaping communities for good paying jobs; however, primarily in the potentially devastating effects on our nation’s throughout our great Nation. last decade, we have witnessed a debilitating environment and on the American people. Since the first Koreans arrived on the decline in our Appalachian coalfields. To help For starters, this bill allows a foreign com- shores of Honolulu, Hawaii, on this date in diversify our business portfolio, I have long re- pany to take property from U.S. landowners 1903, they have excelled and shown that the lied upon the expertise of my dear friend Ray through eminent domain. The taking of private American Dream is alive. Whether in military, Moncrief. In fact, he helped form the corner- land for public purposes has always been for education, science, business, sports or the stones of one of the region’s largest job cre- local government or local interests. We cannot arts, Korean Americans proved that with hard ating organizations, the Southeast Kentucky allow a foreign company to take our private work, dedication and zeal for education, they Economic Development Corporation (SKED). property to feed its corporate profits. can thrive and help make America even great- Knowing the challenges of entrepreneurship In addition, the bill exempts TransCanada er. in his own startup companies, Ray has dedi- Corp. and any other company producing, ship- My time fighting in the Korean War gave me cated countless hours to small business own- ping, or refining tar sands oil for this project, an enduring personal connection to Korea and ers and local developers, providing technical from paying into the Oil Spill Liability Trust its people. Since returning home from my and managerial training, guiding them through Fund, which helps to finance the federal gov- service over six decades ago, I have wit- loan opportunities, development costs and ernment’s response to spills. This exemption nessed South Korea’s rise from a war-torn na- contracts, and advocating for community part- essentially reduces the companies’ liability for tion to becoming the world’s 13th-largest nerships and investments. He has taught nu- spills from the pipeline and makes the U.S. economy, a transformation which has been merous innovative individuals how to start, op- taxpayers pay to clean up those spills. That’s largely driven by the resilience and industri- erate and expand successful companies and outrageous, especially when you consider the ousness of the Korean people. Here in Amer- organizations in our region and across the pipeline will go over the underground water ica, Koreans have inspired us with the same country. supply for eight of our states. entrepreneurialism and perseverance toward Ray’s finite business sense has been The legislation also gives this project special building success and wealth for their commu- sought out by countless businesses and non- regulatory treatment by exempting the pipeline nities. profit organizations. His resume includes Ex- from all federal permitting requirements. Our As a native and longtime Congressman of ecutive Vice President and Chief Operating federal permitting process exists to ensure New York City, I am proud of its Korean Officer of Kentucky Highlands Investment Cor- worker safety, and to provide health safe- American community and the greatness they poration, President and Chief Executive Offi- guards and environmental protections for the contribute to our City and State. I applaud the cer (CEO) of Mountain Ventures, Inc., and American people. It is irresponsible to give this services provided by many Korean American Fund Manager for both the Southern Appa- project a blanket exemption from these critical organizations to the Greater New York region, lachian Fund and Meritus Venture. He was safety measures. including free legal and medical help, immigra- previously a member of the NASBIC Board of This is particularly true given that the tar tion workshops, scholarship opportunities, and Governors, and is currently a member of the sands oil to be transported is more destructive various cultural events. Koreans raise strong Boards of Directors of the Community Devel- than any other oil in the world. Converting a families and build successful businesses, ac- opment Financial Institution Coalition, the New barrel of tar sands into synthetic crude oil tive civic associations, churches, and charities Markets Tax Credit Coalition, the National emits three times more greenhouse gas emis- that enhance our local economy and culture. Consumer Cooperative Bank, and NCB Cap- sions than are emitted by producing a barrel I am proud to serve as Honorary Chairman ital Impact. He is also a founding director and of conventional crude oil. If this pipeline leaks, of the Congressional Caucus on Korea, and the founding Chairman of Appalachian Com- the health of thousands of Americans will be join my Colleagues and Korean American munity Capital, Inc. Topping off his long list of at risk—and Americans, not the Canadian friends in celebrating their many milestones credibility, Ray is also a founding member of company, will be held responsible for the cost and triumphs. The Korean people will always the Community Development Venture Capital of the clean-up. have a very special place in my heart. I look Alliance (CDVCA) and is credited for design- Considering this foreign-built pipeline takes forward to the continued friendship I cherish ing the community development venture cap- private property and poses serious economic so much. ital. and safety risks, I stand in firm opposition to f As noted in his biography, Ray is a nation- this bill. ally and internationally recognized speaker f COMMEMORATING MARIO CUOMO and writer on the use of equity as an eco- nomic development strategy, and has provided PERSONAL EXPLANATION HON. NITA M. LOWEY testimony to the U.S. Congress on various OF NEW YORK economic topics. President George W. Bush HON. PETER WELCH IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES appointed Ray to the Community Development OF VERMONT Tuesday, January 13, 2015 Advisory Fund in 2008. He has also received IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Lifetime Achievement Awards from CDVCA Tuesday, January 13, 2015 Mrs. LOWEY. Mr. Speaker, I wish to submit and the National Association of Seed and the text of an op-ed in The Journal News I Venture Funds. Mr. WELCH. Mr. Speaker, because of flight wrote commemorating former New York Gov- I ask my colleagues to join me in applaud- cancellations due to inclement weather, I was ernor Mario Cuomo. ing Ray Moncrief for manifesting the spirit of unable to vote on Roll Call 2, Election of the [From The Journal News, Jan. 2, 2015] Speaker. Had I been present, I would have entrepreneurship that helps run America. His REP. LOWEY: MARIO CUOMO WAS MY MENTOR ANCY ELOSI investment into the practices of small business voted for Representative N P for AND INSPIRATION Speaker of the House of Representatives. owners across southern and eastern Kentucky (By Nita Lowey) will undoubtedly continue to create jobs for f Mario and Matilda Cuomo and their five generations to follow. I wish Ray the very best IN RECOGNITION OF THE 113TH AN- children were our neighbors in Holliswood, in his retirement. NIVERSARY OF KOREAN AMER- Queens. Mario’s parents, Andrea and f ICAN DAY Immaculata, lived around the corner. When Mario, an attorney and law professor KEYSTONE XL PIPELINE ACT who gained prominence by successfully me- HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL diating thorny housing disputes in Corona SPEECH OF OF NEW YORK and Forest Hills, first ran for Lieutenant Governor of New York in 1974, Steve and I IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HON. LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD promptly jumped into his campaign. He lost. OF CALIFORNIA Tuesday, January 13, 2015 But Gov. Hugh Carey, recognizing Mario’s IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES extraordinary talents, appointed him as Sec- Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, it is with great Friday, January 9, 2015 retary of State. (His parents famously asked: pleasure that I join the nation in celebrating ‘‘Mario—you’re a lawyer and a teacher. How Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Mr. Speaker, I op- the 113th Anniversary of Korean American come you took a job as a secretary?’’) pose H.R. 3, which grants approval to build Day this January 13, 2015. The Korean Amer- My first job in public service was in 1975 as the TransCanada Keystone XL pipeline. The ican community has been an integral part of an assistant to Mario Cuomo, working as a

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:34 Jan 14, 2015 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00002 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\K13JA8.002 E13JAPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS January 13, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E57 community relations officer in the New York Kentucky Environmental Quality Commission’s Like Dr. King, these individuals saw chal- metropolitan region. I worked closely with Earth Day Award and PRIDE’s Rogers-Bick- lenges and faced them with unwavering Mario, as he took charge of New York’s anti- ford Environmental Leadership Award. strength and determination. Each one of the poverty programs following their devolution A.L. has inspired an entire generation to by the federal government through block honored guests’ greatness has been found in grants to the states. He pursued housing, take pride in our region by keeping our hill- their willingness to serve with ‘‘a heart full of education, health, community development, sides and waterways clean, by creating inno- grace and a soul generated by love.’’ They set and senior citizen initiatives, among others. vative energy-saving projects in our schools, goals and work selflessly to make them a re- He was indefatigable and inspirational. A and bringing access to clean water and sani- ality. profound thinker and eloquent speaker, no tary sewer to thousands of families over the Mr. Speaker, I urge you and my other distin- wonder that he was elected lieutenant gov- last two decades. guished colleagues to join me in commending ernor in 1978 and then governor three times. ‘‘Great achievement is usually born of great these honorees, as well as the Gary Frontiers Nobody articulated the ideals and values of sacrifice, and is never the result of selfish- public service better than Mario Cuomo. He Service Club officers, President Oliver J. aptly captured the essence of his brilliant ca- ness.’’ Those words, written by Napoleon Hill, Gilliam, Vice President James Piggee, Re- reer: ‘‘You campaign in poetry, but govern in a motivational American author, define A.L.’s cording Secretary Linnal Ford, Financial Sec- prose.’’ heart of service and commitment to work for a retary Sam Frazier, and Treasurer/Seventh During an event in 1984, when I was a New better future in our region. District Director Floyd Donaldson, along with York state assistant secretary of state and I ask my colleagues to join me applauding Clorius L. Lay, who has served as Breakfast Mario Cuomo was governor, Mario told me, the diligent work this great advocate for a Chairman for fifteen years, and all other mem- ‘‘Now listen to me and you’ll be OK.’’ I lis- cleaner, more beautiful place in America. We bers of the service club for their initiative, de- tened, I learned, and I am doing OK. deeply appreciate A.L. Sinclair and he will be I was honored when Gov. Cuomo spoke on termination, and dedication to serving the peo- my behalf at a ceremony celebrating my greatly missed, but his torch will be carried ple of Northwest Indiana. election to Congress in 1988. As we mourn his forward by the thousands of PRIDE volunteers f loss, I am confident that Mario Cuomo’s leg- who have joined the mission across southern acy will continue and endure with the re- and eastern Kentucky. RECOGNIZING CAROLYN CRNICH election of Gov. Andrew Cuomo. f ON THE OCCASION OF HER RE- f TIREMENT GARY FRONTIERS SERVICE CLUB TRIBUTE TO A.L. SINCLAIR DR. MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. HON. JARED HUFFMAN MEMORIAL BREAKFAST OF CALIFORNIA HON. HAROLD ROGERS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF KENTUCKY HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY Tuesday, January 13, 2015 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF INDIANA Mr. HUFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Tuesday, January 13, 2015 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES congratulate Carolyn Crnich, longtime recorder Tuesday, January 13, 2015 Mr. ROGERS of Kentucky. Mr. Speaker, I and registrar of voters for Humboldt County, rise today to pay tribute to a long-time friend Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, as we cele- on her retirement. and leader in southern and eastern Kentucky, brate the birth of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Carolyn’s service to Humboldt County and Mr. A.L. Sinclair, upon his retirement from the and reflect on his life and work, we are re- the regional community has been exemplary. Eastern Kentucky PRIDE Board of Directors. minded of the challenges that democracy A fifth generation Humboldt County native, she In 1997, A.L. participated in a historic meet- poses to us and the delicate nature of liberty. began her work with the county in 1976 as a ing at the Hazard Community and Technical Dr. King’s life, and, unfortunately, his untimely drafting supervisor in the Humboldt County College during which southern and eastern death, reminds us that we must continually Auditor’s Office. Carolyn served as county re- Kentucky’s local elected officials joined forces work to secure and protect our freedoms. In corder beginning in 1990. Carolyn was re- to combat our region’s troubles with pollution his courage to act, his willingness to meet elected and served unopposed in 1994, 1998, and illegal dumps. The late General James challenges, and his ability to achieve, Dr. King 2002, 2006 and 2010, as the recorder, county Bickford, former Secretary of the Kentucky embodied all that is good and true in the battle clerk and registrar of voters offices were Natural Resources and Environmental Protec- for liberty. merged. tion Cabinet, and I presented a battle plan to The spirit of Dr. King lives on in the citizens Carolyn was certified as a California Reg- the group, declaring ‘‘war against pollution’’ in of communities throughout our nation. It lives istered Elections Official by The Election Cen- our beautiful region. Together, we launched on in the people whose actions reflect the ter in Houston, Texas, and by the California the Eastern Kentucky PRIDE organization to spirit of resolve and achievement that will help Association of Clerks and Election Officials. promote ‘‘Personal Responsibility In a Desir- move our country into the future. I am honored Her work was also recognized by the Amer- able Environment’’ and A.L. immediately be- to rise today to recognize several individuals ican Association of University Women, which came a general in the war. from Indiana’s First Congressional District who named her Women’s History Month honoree in Since then, A.L. has volunteered as his will be recognized during the 36th Annual Dr. 2009. Carolyn was a key founding member of hometown, Adair County’s PRIDE Coordinator Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Breakfast on the Humboldt Election Transparency Project, and a member of the regional PRIDE Board of Saturday, January 17, 2015, at the Genesis which has been recognized by the National Directors that now serves 42 counties. Convention Center in Gary, Indiana. The Gary Association of Secretaries of State, the Lori A.L.’s passion for cleaning up our Appa- Frontiers Service Club, which was founded in Grace Foundation for Election Integrity, the lachian hillsides and streams was truly driven 1952, sponsors this annual breakfast. Election Verification Network, and the Amer- by his many years of dedicated work with the The Gary Frontiers Service Club will pay ican Civil Liberties Union. U.S. Forest Service, and his tireless efforts as tribute to local individuals who have for dec- Mr. Speaker, Carolyn Crnich’s commitment Adair County’s Solid Waste Coordinator. He ades selflessly contributed to improving the to county government and the vital role of went above and beyond the call of duty, quality of life for the people of Gary. This year, elections in the community is commendable spearheading a variety of cleanup activities, Reverend Dwight Gardner and Deborah and worthy of recognition. I urge my col- including roadside dump cleanups, tire am- McCullough, M.D., will be honored with the leagues to join me in extending our congratu- nesty programs, white-goods buy-back oppor- prestigious Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Drum lations to her. tunities and free tipping at the transfer station. Major Award for 2015. Additionally, several in- f Almost daily, he foraged the hillsides for illegal dividuals will be recognized as Dr. Martin Lu- dumpsites and acted quickly to get them ther King Jr. Marchers at this year’s breakfast, IN HONOR OF LOU CALCAGNO cleaned up and pushed for accountability and including Judy Ball, Ph.D., James Henley III, justice for those who marred our cherished Eugene Johnson, and Reverend Mary Wat- HON. SAM FARR land. kins. Finally, Sam Frazier was selected as the OF CALIFORNIA Due to A.L.’s deep pride in our region and 2014 Yokefellow of the Year. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES courageous efforts to educate students, com- Though very different in nature, the achieve- munity leaders and families in southern and ments of each of these individuals reflect Tuesday, January 13, 2015 eastern Kentucky, he has been recognized many of the same attributes that Dr. King pos- Mr. FARR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to draw with several prestigious awards, including the sessed, as well as the values he advocated. the attention of the House to the remarkable

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:34 Jan 14, 2015 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00003 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A13JA8.005 E13JAPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E58 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 13, 2015 public service career of Lou Calcagno. I have PERSONAL EXPLANATION HONORING LARRY BLAKENEY FOR had the distinct honor and pleasure of working HIS EXCEPTIONAL CONTRIBU- with Lou for nearly 40 years in many capac- HON. ADAM KINZINGER TION TO ALABAMA ATHLETICS ities ranging from local land use questions to federal farm policy. Today is his last meeting OF ILLINOIS HON. MARTHA ROBY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as a Monterey County Supervisor and I want- OF ALABAMA ed to take a moment to recognize his record Tuesday, January 13, 2015 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and example. Mr. KINZINGER of Illinois. Mr. Speaker, on Tuesday, January 13, 2015 Lou was born in 1937 on his family’s ranch January 12, 2015 I missed recorded votes Mrs. ROBY. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to in Moss Landing, California, the youngest son #17–19. I would like to reflect how I would of Italian immigrant parents Pietro and Clara honor Mr. Larry Blakeney, an exceptional Ala- have voted if I were present. bamian who has made an enormous contribu- Calcagno. He grew up in his family’s dairy op- On Roll Call #17, I would have voted YEA tion to athletics and the development of young eration and attended Monterey County (Passage of H.R. 203). people in my state. schools. Hoping to take the family business to On Roll Call #18, I would have voted YEA Coach Blakeney is best known as the head the next level, Lou left home to study dairy (Passage of H.R. 33). coach of the Troy University Trojan football husbandry and manufacturing at Cal-Poly, San On Roll Call #19, I would have voted YEA team, a position he held for 24 years, retiring Luis Obispo. He then returned to put his ex- (Approval of the Journal). this past December. During that time, Coach pertise to use and built a career as a highly Blakeney built a little-known Southeast Ala- successful dairyman, which included service f bama team into a conference powerhouse and as: Chairman of the California Milk Advisory a nationally-competitive program. His remark- Board, Chairman of the National Dairy Pro- PERSONAL EXPLANATION able career at Troy has included six 10-win motion and Research Board and Chairman of seasons, five Sunbelt Conference champion- the California Co-Operative Creamery, and co- HON. DON YOUNG ships, and 178 wins—a total that places him founder of the California Milk Advisory Board. among the top three Alabama college coach- OF ALASKA As Lou was building his successful dairy ca- es, behind the legendary Paul ‘‘Bear’’ Bryant IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES reer, he married Carol Lanini. Together, Carol and just ahead of his mentor and winningest and Lou raised two children: Louis Franklyn Tuesday, January 13, 2015 Auburn coach Ralph ‘‘Shug’’ Jordan. (Carolyn) Calcagno and Debbie Calcagno Among the defining characteristics of Larry Mr. YOUNG of Alaska. Mr. Speaker, during Blakeney-coached teams was the fearless atti- Soares; and, they have three grandchildren: the week of January 6, 2015 I missed re- tude they took into competition. ‘‘Any team, Adam (Colleen) Soares, Lauren Soares, and corded votes #1–#16. I was unavoidably de- anytime, anywhere’’ was Troy’s motto, never Jennifer Calcagno and one great-grandson, tained due to the death of my brother in Cali- phased or intimidated by traditional college Bradley Franklyn Soares. fornia. football powers. And the Trojans would not Lou’s work in the dairy industry and agri- I would like to reflect how I would have just compete against the best, they would win. culture more broadly pulled him into the world voted if I were here and sworn into office: Simply put, Larry Blakeney has personified of public policy. Lou quickly became involved On Roll Call #1 I would have voted present Troy Football, so much so that the field on in local and state government and many other (Quorum Call). which the Trojans play bears his name. public service efforts, including leadership po- On Roll Call #2 I would have voted for JOHN Larry Blakeney’s impact on the game of sitions with the Monterey County Planning BOEHNER for Speaker. football in Alabama started as a player in high Commission, the Ag Land Trust, the Monterey On Roll Call #3 I would have voted yes (Mo- school, when he led the Gordo Green Wave to County Fair, the Monterey Regional Water tion to Table). a record of 24–2–2 and three-straight Warrior Conference championships. He enrolled at Au- Pollution Control Agency, the Fort Ord Reuse On Roll Call #4 I would have voted yes burn University, where he became the first Authority, the Salinas Valley Solid Waste Au- (Previous Question). thority, the North County Water Issues Advi- sophomore to start at quarterback under On Roll Call #5 I would have voted no (Mo- Coach Ralph ‘‘Shug’’ Jordan, a distinction that sory Committee, LAFCO, the Pajaro River tion to Recommit). Watershed Flood Prevention Authority, the shows the extraordinary trust the legendary On Roll Call #6 I would have voted yes coach placed in him. Monterey Regional Waste Management Dis- (Passage of House Rules Package). Blakeney began his coaching career in the trict, TAMC, and is the only Republican to On Roll Call #7 I would have voted yes high school ranks, first at Southern Academy, chair the California Coastal Commission, just (Passage of H.R. 22, the Hire More Heroes then Walker High School and Vestavia Hills to name a few. Act of 2015). High School. He was then hired at his beloved The culmination of Lou’s public service was On Roll Call #8 I would have voted yes alma mater, Auburn, where he served as an the 16 years he spent as a member of the (Passage of H.R. 26, the Terrorism Risk Insur- assistant coach for 14 seasons. Auburn would Monterey County Board of Supervisors. As ance Program Reauthorization Act). experience one of its most successful runs one of his predecessors on that board myself, On Roll Call #9 I would have voted yes ever with Coach Blakeney calling plays, in- I know first-hand how much difference you can (Passage of H.R. 37, the Promoting Job Cre- cluding three-straight SEC championships in make in the lives of the people of your com- ation and Reducing Small Business Burdens 1987, 1988 and 1989. Coach Blakeney’s suc- munity. Lou’s service was definitive proof of Act). cess and championship drive made him the that truth. He amassed a dynamic record of On Roll Call #10 I would have voted yes perfect choice to lead Troy’s burgeoning foot- pragmatic leadership and problem solving that (Passage of H.R. 23, the National Windstorm ball program beginning in 1991. including turning around the finances of Mon- Impact Reduction Act Reauthorization). His success on the gridiron has led to many terey County’s public hospital, prioritizing the On Roll Call #11 I would have voted yes accolades, including multiple ‘‘Coach of the preservation of prime ag land in local land use (Previous Question). Year’’ honors and placement in the Alabama Sports Hall of Fame. However, Coach planning, and many more accomplishments On Roll Call #12 I would have voted yes Blakeney’s impact goes far beyond the playing than I have time to list now. Lou’s retirement (Rule for H.R. 3 and H.R. 30). field. will diminish a voice leadership in Monterey On Roll Call #13 I would have voted no County has known and relied on for half a From Gordo to Auburn to Troy, he has (Motion to Recommit). maintained close, warm relationships with his century. On Roll Call #14 I would have voted yes teammates, fellow coaches, and players. The Mr. Speaker, in closing, I want to extend the (Passage of H.R. 30, the Save American Auburn Creed, which outlines how Auburn gratitude of the House to Lou and his family Workers Act). men and women are supposed to live, empha- for his leadership and vision and for the count- On Roll Call #15 I would have voted no sizes ‘‘the human touch,’’ which cultivates less hours devoted to the minutia of local de- (Motion to Recommit). love, understanding and sympathy with your mocracy and governance. It is the service of On Roll Call #16 I would have voted yes fellow man. Larry Blakeney personifies and people like Lou Calcagno that make America (Passage of H.R. 3, the Keystone XL Pipeline embodies that ‘‘human touch’’ to a great and the world’s greatest democracy. Act). rare degree.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:34 Jan 14, 2015 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K13JA8.006 E13JAPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS January 13, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E59 Hundreds and perhaps thousands of once- During his 6 year tenure in this position, Mr. CELEBRATING THE 45TH ANNIVER- young men are, today, better husbands, fa- Chiao developed a strategy that pro-actively SARY OF THE MARTIN LUTHER thers, and citizens because of the positive in- expanded partnerships with key U.S. congres- KING OBSERVANCE COMMITTEE fluence of Coach Blakeney; a good man who sional offices to enhance Taiwan’s impact and used the game of football to teach integrity, credibility in Washington. Mr. Chiao worked HON. RODNEY P. FRELINGHUYSEN character, and perseverance throughout his tirelessly to garner support for S. 1683 that OF NEW JERSEY entire career. would allow the transfer of naval vessels to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. Speaker, it is my privilege to acknowl- Taiwan. This legislation passed the Senate Tuesday, January 13, 2015 edge Coach Blakeney’s positive impact on and the House, and was signed into law in young people in Alabama, to celebrate his re- December 2014. Mr. Chiao was also part of Mr. FRELINGHUYSEN. Mr. Speaker, I rise markable career, and to honor his place the TECRO team that worked toward the pas- today to honor the Martin Luther King Observ- among the greatest college football coaches to sage of H.R. 1151, which directs the Secretary ance Committee, located in Morristown, New walk the sidelines in my state. of State to develop a strategy to obtain ob- Jersey as it celebrates its 45th Anniversary. f server status for Taiwan at the triennial Inter- Since 1970, the Committee, under the lead- national Civil Aviation Organization Assembly ership of Dr. Felicia B. Jamison, has engaged IN RECOGNITION OF JIMMY CATES (ICAO). This became public law in July 2013. the involvement of the whole Morris County Additionally, Mr. Chiao organized and oversaw community in programs and services that HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS many Congressional Member and Staff Dele- commemorate the extraordinary life and ac- OF TEXAS gation visits to Taiwan, forging solid ties be- complishments of the Reverend Dr. Martin Lu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tween our two countries. ther King, Jr. Each year, the Committee en- Tuesday, January 13, 2015 Mr. Chiao has served in Taiwan’s Ministry of courages the community to join together in celebrating the birth of Dr. King by promoting Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Foreign Affairs since 2005. Early in his diplo- matic career, he served in Department of and preserving his legacy. recognize Jimmy Cates who is retiring as Pub- January 19, 2015 marks the 30th year that lic Works Manager of the City of North Rich- North American Affairs. Mr. Chiao received a Bachelor of Arts degree from National Taiwan Dr. King’s birthday will be commemorated as land Hills after a 30 year career with the City’s a National Holiday. Dr. King would have Public Works Department. As Manager of University, majored in Foreign Languages and Literatures and minored in Political Science. turned 86 this year, calling all Americans to re- Public Works, Mr. Cates was responsible for member his incredible life, and the impact his the operations of the city’s streets, transpor- Though Mr. Chiao secured many legislative legacy has had on the course of American his- tation, water distribution, and wastewater sys- victories for Taiwan while he served in Wash- tory. Fifty-two years ago, Dr. King stood on tems. These responsibilities include the duties ington, D.C., he made even more long-lasting the steps of the Lincoln Memorial, here in our assigned to the Divisions of Streets and Drain- relationships. My colleagues and our staff are nation’s capital, to deliver his famous ‘‘I Have age, Transportation and Water/Sewer Mainte- proud to call him a friend, and we hope to see a Dream’’ speech to those participating in the nance and Repair. Ultimately, Mr. Cates en- him back in Washington, D.C. one day. March on Washington. In his speech, which sured that the citizens of North Richland Hills proved to be a defining moment in the Civil had an efficient, effective and safe transpor- f Rights Movement, Dr. King charged Ameri- tation system, water supply, sewer and PERSONAL EXPLANATION cans, ‘‘As we walk, we must make the pledge stormwater system which would meet the that we shall always march ahead.’’ In cele- needs of current and future residents. brating the life of Dr. King as a holiday each A graduate of Indiana University, he is a HON. LUCILLE ROYBAL-ALLARD year, we renew our pledge to continue in his member of the Institute of Transportation Engi- legacy and promote the complete equality of neers (ITE), American Public Works Associa- OF CALIFORNIA all people in this nation. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tion (APWA), International Municipal Signal Though it has only been a National Holiday Association (IMSA), Texas Water Utilities As- Tuesday, January 13, 2015 for 30 years, the Martin Luther King Observ- sociation, and the American Water Works As- ance Committee has celebrated the birth of Ms. ROYBAL-ALLARD. Mr. Speaker, I was sociation (AWWA). Dr. King for 45 years under the direction of Dr. I am honored to represent Mr. Cates and unavoidably detained and was not present for Felicia B. Jamison. This year, to celebrate the City of North Richland Hills in the U.S. three roll call votes on Monday, January 12, their anniversary in conjunction with Martin Lu- House of Representatives, and I gladly join 2015. Had I been present, I would have voted ther King, Jr. Day, the Committee will hold two the City and the appreciative citizens of the in this manner: events on January 19th. First, their 30th An- 26th Congressional District, whom he has duti- Roll Call Vote #17—Clay Hunt SAV Act— nual Interfaith Breakfast will begin the day by fully served throughout his career. YES. gathering all members of the community in f Roll Call Vote #18—Protecting Volunteer celebration, as well as reflection on the legacy RECOGNIZE THE SERVICE OF KUO– Firefighters and Emergency Responders Act— left by Dr. King. Following the breakfast, the YU HANS CHIAO YES. committee will hold their 45th Annual Service Roll Call Vote #19—Journal Vote—YES. of Celebration, properly honoring the life ac- HON. DENNIS A. ROSS complishments of Dr. King and his influence in f OF FLORIDA the Civil Rights Movement. The Morris County community of all ages or IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL economic status, of all religious persuasions, Tuesday, January 13, 2015 DEBT and of all political affiliations have recognized Mr. ROSS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to recognize and acknowledged the invaluable contributions the service of Kuo-yu Hans Chiao. Mr. Chiao HON. MIKE COFFMAN Dr. King has made to each and every Amer- is the outgoing Senior Officer in the Congres- ican. That is why the theme of the Commit- sional Liaison Division of the Taipei Economic OF COLORADO tee’s celebration this year is appropriately ti- and Cultural Representative office, TECRO. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tled ‘‘The Dream is Freedom; The Outcome is Mr. Chiao is returning to Taiwan for his next Tuesday, January 13, 2015 A Community of Persons.’’ Regardless of the assignment in the Department of North Amer- various differences that define us, all Ameri- ican Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January cans can recognize and celebrate the influen- Republic of China (Taiwan). During his service 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- tial legacy of a great American, Dr. Martin Lu- as the TECRO contact for my office, as well fice, the national debt was ther King, Jr. as the Senate Committee on Foreign Rela- $10,626,877,048,913.08. Just last year, we celebrated the 50th Anni- tions, Senate Committee on Finance, and Today, it is $18,085,826,074,241.57. We’ve versary of the Civil Rights Act, which you, Mr. House Committee on Ways and Means, Mr. added $7,458,949,025,328.49 to our debt in 5 Speaker, called possibly ‘‘the most con- Chiao has served as an invaluable resource years. This is over $7.4 trillion in debt our na- sequential piece of legislation’’ in history. At for my staff and me. tion, our economy, and our children could the ceremony, Dr. King and Mrs. Coretta Scott In 2009, Mr. Chiao was hand-picked to have avoided with a balanced budget amend- King posthumously received a Congressional serve as a congressional liaison for TECRO. ment. Gold Medal for their accomplishments. The

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:34 Jan 14, 2015 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K13JA8.009 E13JAPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E60 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks January 13, 2015 Martin Luther King Observance Committee New Columbia Admission Act. The Senate Specifically, H.R. 203, which enjoys broad has expressed renewed encouragement in held a hearing on various approaches to rep- and deep bipartisan support: celebrating their 45th Anniversary, due to resentation, but the committee of jurisdiction 1. Establishes a peer support and commu- these awards recently presented to the Kings. did not proceed further. In the 113th Con- nity outreach pilot program to assist I commend the members of the Martin Lu- gress, our statehood bill got unprecedented transitioning service members with accessing ther King Observance Committee, especially momentum with the Senate’s first-ever hearing VA mental health care services. committee chair Dr. Felicia B. Jamison, for on statehood, which was the first congres- 2. Requires the VA to create a one-stop, their dedication to promoting the rich legacy of sional hearing held on statehood in more than interactive website to serve as a centralized the life and works of the Dr. King. Through the 20 years, since the House held its hearing on information source regarding all mental health annual celebration of Dr. King’s birth, the statehood in 1993, and obtained a record services for veterans. Committee has consistently demonstrated a number of cosponsors in the House and Sen- 3. Takes steps to address the shortage of dedication and commitment to advancing his ate, including Senate Majority Leader HARRY mental health care professionals by author- philosophy and teachings. REID, as well as the other top three Demo- izing the VA to conduct a student loan repay- Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues cratic leaders in the Senate. In addition, Presi- ment pilot program aimed at recruiting and re- to join me in congratulating the Martin Luther dent Obama endorsed DC statehood in a pub- taining psychiatrists. King Observance Committee as it celebrates lic forum before the statehood hearing was 4. Requires yearly evaluations—with interim its 45th Anniversary. held. reports due in the first two years and a final f Statehood is the only alternative for the citi- report due the third year and every year zens of the District of Columbia. To be content after—conducted by a third party, of all mental INTRODUCTION OF THE NEW with less than statehood is to concede the health care and suicide prevention practices COLUMBIA ADMISSION ACT equality of citizenship that is the birthright of and programs at the VA to find out what is our residents as citizens of the United States. working and what’s not working and to make HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON That is a concession no American citizen has recommendations to improve care. OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA ever made, and one DC residents will not Passing H.R. 203 is an essential first step in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES make as they approach the 214th year in their ensuring that our veterans are receiving the Tuesday, January 13, 2015 fight for equal treatment in their country. This help and care they need. bill reaffirms our determination to obtain each I strongly support this legislation and urge Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to and every right enjoyed by citizens of the all Members to join me in voting to pass H.R. introduce the New Columbia Admission Act United States, by becoming the 51st State in 203. with 93 original cosponsors, a record number. the Union. f I am introducing the District of Columbia state- f hood bill as my first bill for the 114th Con- HONORING THE LIFE OF SER- gress, an indication of its importance to the CLAY HUNT SUICIDE PREVENTION GEANT WILLIAM J. ROSSMAN JR. residents of the District of Columbia. This bill FOR AMERICAN VETERANS ACT got its first-ever Senate hearing last Congress, SPEECH OF HON. PAUL RYAN ensuring that statehood is on the congres- OF WISCONSIN sional agenda. Residents were so encouraged HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES by the prospect of the first Senate hearing on OF TEXAS Tuesday, January 13, 2015 our bill that more DC residents attended than IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES had come to any DC hearing in memory. Their Monday, January 12, 2015 Mr. RYAN of Wisconsin. Mr. Speaker, I am enthusiasm reflects that residents of our na- submitting this statement to honor the extraor- tion’s capital have always been citizens of the Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in dinary life of a proud Wisconsinite, an Amer- United States but remain the only taxpaying strong support of H.R. 203, the Clay Hunt Sui- ican hero, and a friend: Sergeant William J. Americans who do not have full and equal citi- cide Prevention for American Veterans (SAV) Rossman Jr. Sergeant Rossman recently zenship rights. The denial of local control of Act, which will help stem the epidemic of vet- passed away at the age of 91. He was a hus- local matters and of equal representation in eran suicide. band and father, a decorated military veteran, Tragically, an estimated 22 veterans commit the Congress of the United States can be and an outstanding member of his community. suicide each day—more than 8,000 each year. And despite his storied military career and nu- remedied only by statehood. Of the more than 2 million Americans who merous accolades, those who were fortunate Therefore, I am introducing the New Colum- have served in combat in Afghanistan and enough to meet Sergeant Rossman know he bia Admission Act to create a state from es- Iraq, it is estimated that one-third, roughly preferred to go by the much more modest title sentially the eight home-town wards of the 600,000 men and women, have traumatic of ‘‘Bill.’’ District of Columbia. This 51st state, of brain injury, PTSD or Depression. course, would have no jurisdiction over the Mr. Speaker, combatting the epidemic of Bill was your typical World War II Veteran. federal territory or enclave that now consists veteran suicide must be one of the nation’s He was proud of his service, but never one to of the Washington that Members of Congress highest priorities. boast or brag of his accomplishments. He un- and visitors associate with the capital of our The bill before us is important to our nation derstood the true meaning of service: that you country. The U.S. Capitol premises, the prin- and critically important to my home state of put others ahead yourself. And he practiced cipal federal monuments, federal buildings and Texas, which has one of the highest rates of this throughout his entire life, whether it was grounds, the National Mall, and other federal veteran suicide in the country. with his family, his work, or his community. property here would remain under federal ju- According to an analysis conducted by the But it was nearly 71 years ago, during his time risdiction. Our bill provides that the State of Houston Chronicle, suicides among Texans fighting in the war, that Bill performed an act New Columbia would be equal to the other under the age of 35 who had served in the of service that still leaves me in awe to this fifty states in all respects, as is always re- military ‘‘jumped from 47 in 2006 to 66 in day. quired, and the residents of New Columbia 2009—an increase of 40 percent.’’ On February 14, 1944, after bombing the would have all the rights of citizenship as tax- According to that same analysis, ‘‘last year, marshalling yards at Verona, Italy, Bill’s B–24 paying American citizens, including two sen- suicides made up nearly 25 percent of the Liberator was hit by a fierce concentration of ators and, initially, one House member. The deaths of Texans younger than 35 who served flak that knocked out two of its engines. Un- District of Columbia recognizes that it can in the military. That percentage is more than able to keep up with the bomber formation, six enter the Union only on an equal basis and is twice the rate of suicide in the comparable ci- Messerschmitt ME–109s attacked the bomber, prepared to do so. vilian population.’’ knocking out a third engine and starting a fire. The New Columbia Admission Act was the Mr. Speaker, H.R. 203 expands access to The pilot, Lt. Robert Gernand, rang the alarm first bill I introduced after I was first sworn in mental health services for our nation’s vet- bell and ordered the crew to bail out of the air- as a Member of Congress in the 102nd Con- erans and increases the capacity and effi- craft. The bomber was in flames and falling in gress in 1991. Our first try for statehood re- ciency of VA care to deal with the more than a tight spiral, quickly losing altitude. Under ceived significant support in the House. In one million veterans returning from war. these dire circumstances, it would have made 1993, we got the first and only vote on state- Our veterans deserve to have our support. sense for Bill to follow the orders of Lt. hood for the District, with nearly 60% of These individuals put their lives on the line for Gernand and immediately do what was nec- Democrats and one Republican voting for the our country to stay safe. essary to protect his own life. But that’s not

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Their well-being John Wood, senior pastor, Cedar Springs nally pushing him out of the camera hatch. Fi- deserves our highest priority and we have to Presbyterian Church: ‘‘The best leaders are nally, Bill, who was also severely wounded, ensure that their illness is adequately ad- those who help people accomplish good secured his out parachute and exited the air- dressed. With this legislation, Congress can things, not by ruling over them, but by serv- ing alongside them.’’ craft. prevent further tragedies and ensure our vet- Q: Tell me about your philosophy of leader- Bill’s story does not end there. After touch- erans have the mental health services they ship as a pastor and a minister. ing down, he was discovered by Italian resist- deserve. A: I think ‘‘leader’’—just at its rawest, ance fighters who gave him medical care and f most basic definition—a leader is someone transferred him to a monastery, where he who gets other people to follow them and to posed as a wounded French civilian and re- HONORING REV. JOHN WOOD get something done. But a good leader is someone who encour- mained silent to avoid being discovered by the ages and motivates people to get something Germans. But after ten days, Bill was identi- HON. JOHN J. DUNCAN, JR. good or something necessary done. A great fied as an American and taken away by Ger- OF TENNESSEE leader, the best leaders, are those who ac- man forces. He spent the next 15 months in IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES complish that—who encourage, who moti- various POW camps in different countries. Tuesday, January 13, 2015 vate, who really get people excited about Throughout his imprisonment, he was starved, being a part of something that they’re his life was threatened, and received no med- Mr. DUNCAN of Tennessee. Mr. Speaker, doing—not by ruling but rather, as Jesus ical attention for his wounds. He was marched this past Sunday, Rev. John Wood was hon- said, by serving. ored for his 25 years as Pastor of the Cedar It’s servant leadership. And it’s not just from camp to camp, and faced numerous Jesus’ word, it’s really the whole picture of near-death experiences. Finally, in April 1945, Springs Presbyterian Church in Knoxville. Almost everyone who has heard John Wood leadership, positive picture of leadership in Bill and his fellow prisoners in Bavaria were the Bible. And (it) often contrasts between liberated by the Thirteenth Armored Division, speak believes he is one of the greatest the very good leaders and very bad leaders, led by a name familiar to all Americans: Gen- preachers this Nation has ever produced. those who ruled and those who served. . . . He is not loud or flashy or flamboyant, but To me, the ultimate example of servant eral George Patton. leadership, integrity in the Bible is John 13, Amazingly, Bill continued his career in the he preaches the Gospel in a sincere, intel- ligent, humble way that relates well to all types where just the night before he was crucified, military after returning home to America. He Jesus, having loved his disciples, loved them remained in the Air Force and married his of people. I think he is one of the most brilliant men I to the end and took off his robes, put a towel wife, Alice, in 1947 while attending Officer around his waist and did the one thing that have ever known, and I have felt that way Candidate School. In 1949, he was discharged no Jewish family could force another Jew since I first met him in one of his early days from the service after six years with the Army who served them to do, and that was wash in Knoxville. Air Corps and the U.S. Air Force. He returned feet. . . . Under his leadership, Cedar Springs has And so Jesus lays aside His robes, puts a to Racine, Wisconsin, where he and Alice become one of the largest Presbyterian towel around His waist and crawls from one raised their daughter, Pamela, and Bill worked churches in the Nation. His sermons are both set of dirty feet to the next, washes feet, and in the private sector for 36 years until his re- then when He resumes his place He says: ‘‘Do enjoyable and thought-provoking, and, most tirement in 1986. In 2002, I had the privilege you understand what I’ve told you? You call importantly, Biblically-based. of presenting Bill with the Distinguished Flying me Lord and master, I am. I’m your master, He somehow has the ability to teach the I’m your teacher. And if I, your master and Cross, America’s oldest military aviation Bible in a way that is helpful to Biblical schol- award. In addition to this and many other hon- teacher, have washed your feet, how much ars as well as to beginning Christians. He more ought you?’’ This is servant leadership. ors, Bill was also a recipient of a POW medal preaches in a kind, down-to-earth manner that This is what it looks like.’’ and the Purple Heart. gives his listeners the feeling he is preaching Q: You mentioned the service aspect of Bill was a true American patriot. I am sub- leadership. At the same time . . . you men- to himself as well as to everyone who is listen- mitting this statement for the record to honor tioned this issue of mastery and being a mas- ing. his incredible life and help ensure that his ter. In some sense your role involves chal- John has been a true friend and an inspira- lenging and confronting people at certain story is remembered for years to come. His tion to me and my family. He has been with legacy sets a standard of what it truly means times, I would imagine. How do you balance us through good times and bad, and I am very those competing demands of confronting at to serve. My thoughts and prayers are with his fortunate to have known him and have him as times but also serving and being humble? wife Alice, his daughter Pamela, and his son- a part of my life for these last 25 years. A: When Jack Kennedy was inaugurated as in-law Michael. He will be greatly missed by Much more important than the help he has president, he asked Robert Frost to write a his friends, his family, the state of Wisconsin, been to me, however, is the fact that he has poem and read a poem for him, which Frost and the United States of America. agreed to do. When Frost’s friends heard that touched thousands of lives in a good and he had agreed to participate in Jack Ken- f positive way. nedy’s inauguration, they said how could CLAY HUNT SUICIDE PREVENTION He has brought the Christian message to you do this, you’ve always hated liberals? FOR AMERICAN VETERANS ACT churches and meetings through the U.S. and And he said, Kennedy’s no liberal. And to many countries around the world. they said, what do you mean, what’s your SPEECH OF I want to congratulate John Wood on his 25 definition of a liberal? And he said, a liberal years at Cedar Springs and encourage all my is a man who cannot even pick his own side HON. DANNY K. DAVIS in an argument. Colleagues and other readers of the RECORD Now I always tell our people, Christ was OF ILLINOIS to listen to one of his sermons on the internet never, in calling us to be humble, telling us IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES or hopefully someday in person. that we can’t have principled views—hope- Monday, January 12, 2015 I would also like to call attention to the arti- fully biblically formed and shaped—for cle that appeared in the Knoxville News Sen- which we are willing to stand and passion- Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois. Mr. Speak- tinel on January 13, 2013, entitled ‘‘Pastor ately take a position and debate it, but de- er, I rise to express my support of the bipar- John Wood: Best leaders are servants.’’ bate it charitably without demonizing people tisan H.R. 203, the Clay Hunt Suicide Preven- who hold a different view. tion for American Veterans Act. The bill will re- PASTOR JOHN WOOD: BEST LEADERS ARE Being a leader means that you’re going to SERVANTS iterate our commitment towards our coura- have to go to people, often if you see them geous veterans who have fought to defend (By Josh Flory) working what you think is outside of their this country. Statistics of the Department of Legendary University of Tennessee foot- own gifting, and say: ‘‘Look, you know, you ball coach Robert Neyland was famous for have so many really wonderful gifts, and I Veteran Affairs say an average of 22 veterans his seven maxims of winning football. In want to help you use those gifts. We need for commit suicide every day, meaning that this that spirit, the News Sentinel offers a series you to be using your gifts. We’ve got you in tragic news occurs every 65 minutes. The that highlights maxims for the 21st cen- the wrong place. This is our fault. We asked cases account for 20 percent of suicides in the tury—not about football, but about effective you to do something that is outside of your U.S. These brave men and women suffer with leadership. gifting.

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BETTY McCOLLUM pastor, and a pastor who believes that the I support this bill because it protects fire de- OF MINNESOTA Bible is God’s word written, there’s often the partments from being required to pay for the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES responsibility of confronting—hopefully insurance of their volunteers. gently, lovingly but firmly—someone who’s Tuesday, January 13, 2015 simply wanting to go along and be part of If they were required to pay, it is likely that Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, it is with the family of Christ and yet wanting to live many fire companies would be forced out of great sadness that I say good-bye to a distin- way outside clear teaching of God’s word. business. guished member of the Washington diplomatic And that doesn’t mean on secondary and ter- This bill is identical to H.R. 3979, reported corps—His Excellency Abdallah Baali of the tiary issues, but on things where the Bible is in the 113th Congress by the Ways and People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria. Dur- clear, where Christians have always every- Means Committee by a 37–0 vote, and where believed these things. ing his six years in Washington, Ambassador You have to be able to go in love and say: passed on the House floor by a bipartisan Baali has made a tremendous effort to engage ‘‘Look, I love you too much to watch you on 410–0 vote. with Congress and strengthen the U.S.-Algeria a destructive course. And this isn’t an option The only reason this bill was never deliv- bilateral relationship. A man of calm demeanor for you. How can I help you get out of this ered to the President’s desk was that the Sen- and wise insights, the ambassador not only thing? And I’m willing to walk with you or ate ran out of time in their effort to pass the represented his government with honor and we’ll find somebody who will walk with FY 2015 National Defense Authorization Act, great ability, he worked hard to educate and you.’’ inform Congress about Algeria’s important role And again, I think too often as pastors we preventing the Federal government from shut- want so much for everybody to like us and ting down. in the Maghreb-Sahel region, as well as the for the numbers to keep increasing and for Within the state of Texas, nearly 85% of fire economic, human rights, and democratic the money to keep coming in, and so we departments are operated entirely on a volun- progress being made by his country. don’t want to say the hard things. We say teer or mostly basis. During the 113th Congress it was my honor hard things that we know everybody agrees to serve as the Democratic co-chair of the Failure to pass this bill would mean dire with. . . . We preach to the choir and they Congressional Algeria Caucus, along with my consequences for the future of these volunteer (say) ‘‘Oh yeah, go get ’em.’’ And I don’t Wisconsin colleague Representative SEAN want to preach to the people that are out fire departments. DUFFY. The work of Ambassador Baali and his there; I want to preach to the people that are As this bill was passed unanimously in the here by preaching first to my own heart, staff was critical to re-establishing the caucus previous House, I see no reason why it should and I am deeply grateful for all of his efforts. confronting my own idols, my own demons, not do the same in this one. my own brokenness.’’ During his visits to my office I listened to I ask that my colleagues to join me in pro- Ambassador Baali’s words closely as we dis- f tecting our nation’s fire departments by voting cussed the relationship between our two na- WE MUST FIGHT THE PRESI- for the passage of this bill. tions and the need for a partnership in the DENT’S UNILATERAL AMNESTY Maghreb-Sahel region to combat extremism, f promote security, and guarantee self-deter- mination and freedom for the people of the HON. KENNY MARCHANT IN HONOR OF THE 35TH ANNIVER- OF TEXAS Western Sahara. Algeria’s role in regional se- SARY OF VOICES FOR CHILDREN curity is critical and I greatly appreciated Am- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bassador Baali’s wise counsel and valuable in- Tuesday, January 13, 2015 HON. JUAN VARGAS sights. Mr. MARCHANT. Mr. Speaker, we must I wish to thank President Bouteflika and the OF CALIFORNIA fight to defund and reverse the president’s uni- people of Algeria for sending my nation such lateral amnesty. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES a capable, professional, and trusted diplomat. Last summer, our nation experienced the Tuesday, January 13, 2015 Ambassador Baali shall always be welcome in consequences of the president’s refusal to en- my office and I wish him much success and force the law. His unilateral actions enticed Mr. VARGAS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to happiness as he returns home to Algeria. tens of thousands to unlawfully enter the honor Voices for Children for their outstanding f country. According to the statistics, a vast ma- commitment and dedication to foster youth in San Diego. IN RECOGNITION OF MR. LEE ROY jority of them remain in the U.S. today. ‘‘TEX’’ KEITH The president is now going around the leg- This year, Voices for Children will celebrate islative process again to grant amnesty to mil- its 35th year of operation since its founding in lions more. He wants hard-working American San Diego County. There are 5,100 children HON. MICHAEL C. BURGESS OF TEXAS taxpayers to fund this disastrous plan. My con- and youth living in the San Diego County fos- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES stituents will not stand for it. ter care system. Voices for Children is fighting The president’s unilateral amnesty must be to ensure those children are placed in a safe Tuesday, January 13, 2015 completely defunded. Americans’ tax dollars and permanent home. Voices for Children re- Mr. BURGESS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to should be used to secure the border and keep cruits, trains, and supervises 1,400 Court Ap- posthumously honor Mr. Lee Roy ‘‘Tex’’ Keith, this nation safe—not to reward those who pointed Special Advocate volunteers (CASAs) who passed away December 23, 2014 at the have broken the law. each year. CASAs are exemplary role models age of 96, leaving behind a proud legacy. f and volunteer mentors for the abused, ne- In 2010, it was my privilege to present the glected, and abandoned children and youth in 26th District of Texas Congressional Veteran PROTECTING VOLUNTEER FIRE- San Diego’s foster care system. These volun- Commendation to Lee Roy Keith. He honor- FIGHTERS AND EMERGENCY RE- teers advocate for the best interests of foster ably served our nation as a Marine aviator in SPONDERS ACT children, provide vital information to judges in World War II and the Korean War. Keith Juvenile Court and speak up for San Diego’s began pilot training in January 1943 and was SPEECH OF foster youth in courts, schools, and the com- commissioned as a captain serving at El Toro, HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE munity. CA where he flew military combat supplies to OF TEXAS I commend Voices for Children for their con- the Pacific. His Okinawan deployment involved IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES tributions and ongoing dedication to providing evacuation of casualties from Japanese safe and permanent homes for every child in beaches and reconnaissance missions fol- Monday, January 12, 2015 foster care, as well as, their commitment to lowing the two atomic bombings. After assign- Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise in changing the lives of thousands of abused, ment in Hawaii, he returned stateside and was strong support of H.R. 33, the ‘‘Protecting Vol- neglected, or abandoned children in foster released from active duty on October 30, unteer Firefighters and Emergency Respond- care. 1946.

VerDate Sep 11 2014 06:34 Jan 14, 2015 Jkt 049060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A13JA8.014 E13JAPT1 smartinez on DSK4TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS January 13, 2015 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E63 Keith earned a Bachelor of Science degree, In closing, Mr. Speaker, passing the Afford- dealings with Palestine, and the holdings by established a ranching business and joined able Care Act was the right thing to do in federal judges against President Obama’s ac- the USMC Reserves, achieving the rank of 2010 and standing up to defend it is the right tions on immigration and Obamacare. Major. On October 22, 1951, Keith was sum- thing to do today. In December, a federal judge in Pennsyl- moned again to active duty service to our na- f vania ruled that President Obama’s executive tion in the Korean conflict. Following his distin- actions on immigration are unconstitutional. guished military career, Major Keith served as PERSONAL EXPLANATION This was block-buster news but most Ameri- an FAA Flight Inspector from 1960 to 1975. As cans never heard or read about it. a token of the esteem with which he was held HON. LUKE MESSER The media should give the American people by his peers, he was given the distinct honor OF INDIANA the facts, not cover them up. of piloting the first official commercial aircraft IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f landing at the new Dallas-Fort Worth Airport. Tuesday, January 13, 2015 Upon retiring from a post-military career with TRIBUTE TO KENNETH B. HAUCK the FAA, Mr. Keith served as the Veterans Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, on roll call no. Service Officer for Denton County and was 19, approval of the Journal, I was inadvert- HON. CHRISTOPHER P. GIBSON elected to successive terms as President of ently absent. Had I been present, I would OF NEW YORK the State VSO Association. He continued to have voted aye. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES support his fellow veterans by serving in mul- f tiple American Legion Commander positions, Tuesday, January 13, 2015 MEDAL OF HONOR BOWL and as the Post 71 Boys State Chairman for Mr. GIBSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today on 35 years. behalf of the people in New York’s—9th Dis- With his impressive service record and un- HON. JOE WILSON trict to express our sincere appreciation for the questionable dedication to our country, it was OF SOUTH CAROLINA dedication and sacrifices of Kenneth B. Hauck. an honor to represent Major Lee Roy ‘‘Tex’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Kenneth B. Hauck selflessly and coura- Keith in the U.S. House of Representatives Tuesday, January 13, 2015 geously served in the United States Army be- and I extend my condolences to his family and tween October 1942 and May 1946. During Mr. WILSON of South Carolina. Mr. Speak- friends. his period of service Kenneth B. Hauck partici- er, this past weekend, the citizens of historic f pated in World War II, where he fought in the Charleston, South Carolina, hosted the second Battle of the Bulge with Company B, 112th In- PERSONAL EXPLANATION annual Medal of Honor Bowl to further under- fantry Regiment and was a Prisoner of War. score America’s deep appreciation of Medal of His personal sacrifice and steadfast loyalty Honor recipients who have made our free- HON. STEVE COHEN during this time go unparalleled. For his serv- doms possible. OF TENNESSEE ice he was awarded the American Campaign Under the visionary leadership of Chairman IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Medal, EAME campaign medal, World War II Tommy McQueeney and tireless efforts of 57 Victory Medal, and the Good Conduct Medal. Tuesday, January 13, 2015 volunteers, the weekend began with a tribute It is an honor to know that such impressive Mr. COHEN. Mr. Speaker, on Monday, Jan- gala on Friday night as a prelude to the bowl and dedicated men and women like Kenneth uary 12th, 2015, I was unable to cast my game on Saturday afternoon at The Citadel’s B. Hauck are willing to sacrifice so much in votes on the House Floor due to repeated Johnson Hagood Stadium. This celebration of the name of freedom. It is my honor to recog- flight delays. Had I been able to avoid these our nation’s heroes served to raise awareness nize and thank Kenneth B. Hauck for his ex- travel complications, I would have voted as of the sacrifices made by our military and their emplary service to our nation. follows: families. Proceeds from the events are to sup- YES on H.R. 203 the Clay Hunt SAV Act port the National Medal of Honor Museum f Suspension Bill; Foundation and other charities to help dis- PERSONAL EXPLANATION YES on H.R. 33 the Protecting Firefighters abled veterans and wounded warriors. Emergency Responders Act Suspension Bill; The National Medal of Honor Museum is lo- and cated on board the USS Yorktown aircraft car- HON. JODY B. HICE YES on the Journal Vote. rier, permanently docked at the Patriots Point OF GEORGIA f Naval and Maritime Museum in Mt. Pleasant. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES This museum is home to the Congressional Tuesday, January 13, 2015 SAVE AMERICAN WORKERS ACT Medal of Honor Society, whose members OF 2015 have earned our nation’s highest award for Mr. JODY B. HICE of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, military valor, and this weekend’s bowl game I was unavoidably detained and missed Roll SPEECH OF served as a tribute to them. Call votes numbers 17, 18, and 19. Had I been present, I would have voted aye HON. AL GREEN f on Roll Call number 17 to suspend the rules OF TEXAS TOP TEN MISREPORTED STORIES and pass H.R. 203, the Clay Hunt SAV Act. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF 2014 I would have voted aye on Roll Call number Thursday, January 8, 2015 18 to suspend the rules and pass H.R. 33, the Mr. AL GREEN of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I ve- HON. LAMAR SMITH Protecting Volunteer Firefighters and Emer- gency Responders Act. hemently oppose H.R. 30, wrongfully named OF TEXAS I would have voted no on Roll Call number the Save American Workers Act of 2015. H.R. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 30 does not ‘‘save’’ American workers, rather 19 to agree to the Speaker’s Approval of the it endangers the health insurance of up to a Tuesday, January 13, 2015 Journal. million American workers. H.R. 30 would evis- Mr. SMITH of Texas. Mr. Speaker, the f cerate and emasculate the Affordable Care media watchdog organization Accuracy in Act: It raises the threshold of hours employees Media recently recounted the ‘‘Top ten PERSONAL EXPLANATION must work before they are eligible for em- misreported and underreported stories of ployee-based health insurance from 30 to 40. 2014.’’ HON. LUKE MESSER Why, Mr. Speaker, would we choose to At the top of their list was the media’s fail- OF INDIANA weaken the Affordable Care Act when Gallup ure to adequately report on the Benghazi IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES reported, on January 7, 2015, that in the last scandal. Very few in the media expressed any quarter of 2014 the uninsured rate dropped to interest in covering the attack on our embassy Tuesday, January 13, 2015 a record low of 12.9%? The Affordable Care that led to the death of four Americans includ- Mr. MESSER. Mr. Speaker, on roll call No. Act is working as it was intended to work, and ing a U.S. ambassador. 18, H.R. 33, the Protecting Volunteer Fire- the 114th Congress should be working to Other biased stories on the list include the fighters and Emergency Responders Act, I strengthen and improve it rather than weaken media downplaying the rise of the Islamic was inadvertently absent. Had I been present, and repeal it. State, portraying Israel as the aggressor in its I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’

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Had I been Mr. ISRAEL. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to re- our economy and put people to work. And the present, I would have voted YEA. member a true New York legend, Mario Mat- Governor was decades ahead of his time in On January 8, 2015, on Roll Call #11 on the thew Cuomo, and to thank him for his service aggressively advocating for environmental pro- Motion on Ordering the Previous Question on to the people of New York and this country. tection, understanding that leaving a more the Rule, I am not recorded because I was ab- Mario Cuomo was not only one of the greatest beautiful and healthy New York for the next sent for medical reasons. Had I been present, governors in the history of New York and an generation was of the utmost importance. I would have voted NAY. The passing of Governor Cuomo reminds us orator whose skill rivals legends throughout On January 8, 2015, on Roll Call #12 on H. all that we should be doing our best every sin- history; he was a man of great principal and Res. 19—Providing for consideration of the bill gle day to advocate for our constituents and humility. At a time when New York needed a (H.R. 3) to approve the Keystone XL Pipeline, give a voice to the voiceless. We need to be bold leader, Mario Cuomo stepped up and led and providing for consideration of the bill (H.R. both practical and bold in our thinking, some- the state in a truly unique and inspiring fash- 30) the Save American Workers Act of 2015, thing the Governor mastered. Living up to the ion. I am not recorded because I was absent for example left by Governor Cuomo is an enor- Something that was so telling is when I vis- medical reasons. Had I been present, I would mous challenge, but one that will leave this ited the Cuomo family during Mario’s wake. have voted NAY. For our current Governor Andrew Cuomo and country in a much better place. On January 8, 2015, on Roll Call #13 on the his sisters and brother, the day was about be- May Governor Cuomo rest in peace. Democratic Motion to Recommit H.R. 30, I am ginning the process of saying goodbye to their f not recorded because I was absent for med- father. But for the long lines of people waiting PERSONAL EXPLANATION ical reasons. Had I been present, I would have outside to pay their respects, Mario Cuomo voted YEA. was a man who understood their struggles and worked every single day to make their HON. TAMMY DUCKWORTH On January 8, 2015, on Roll Call #14 on OF ILLINOIS lives better. Passage of H.R. 30—Save American Workers IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Governor Cuomo was a man of deeply held Act of 2015, I am not recorded because I was convictions, who used his time in office to Tuesday, January 13, 2015 absent for medical reasons. Had I been make a difference in peoples’ lives. He con- Ms. DUCKWORTH. Mr. Speaker, on Janu- present, I would have voted NAY. stantly strived to make progress in economic, ary 7, 2015, on Roll Call #8 on the Motion to On January 9, 2015, on Roll Call #15 on the environmental, and social justice, putting a Suspend the Rules and Pass H.R. 26—Ter- Democratic Motion to Recommit H.R. 3, I am face to what true progressivism looks like in rorism Risk Insurance Program Reauthoriza- not recorded because I was absent for med- the modern era. Even when his choices were tion Act, I am not recorded because I was ab- ical reasons. Had I been present, I would have not popular in the short term, Governor sent for medical reasons. Had I been present, voted YEA. Cuomo had the foresight to understand that I would have voted YEA. On January 9, 2015, on Roll Call #16 on history would marvel at his wisdom for dec- On January 7, 2015, on Roll Call #9 on the Passage of H.R. 3—Keystone XL Pipeline Act, ades to come. Motion to Suspend the Rules and Pass H.R. I am not recorded because I was absent for The list of accomplishments to Governor 37—Promoting Job Creation and Reducing medical reasons. Had I been present, I would Cuomo’s name is extensive and will serve as Small Business Burdens Act, I am not re- have voted NAY.

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