E1532 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks December 4, 2019 CELEBRATING GEORGE HYAK’S TERRE HAUTE SAVINGS BANK HONORING ISAAC DANIEL CONNER 100TH BIRTHDAY 150TH ANNIVERSARY HON. SAM GRAVES HON. MICHAEL CLOUD OF MISSOURI OF TEXAS HON. LARRY BUCSHON IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF INDIANA Wednesday, December 4, 2019 Wednesday, December 4, 2019 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Madam Speaker, Mr. CLOUD. Madam Speaker, I rise today I proudly pause to recognize Isaac Daniel to wish Mr. George Hyak, of Victoria, Texas, Wednesday, December 4, 2019 Conner. Isaac is a very special young man a heartfelt happy 100th birthday and thank him who has exemplified the finest qualities of citi- Mr. BUCSHON. Madam Speaker, I rise for his service to our country. zenship and leadership by taking an active today to recognize Terre Haute Savings Bank George is an example of a life well-lived. He part in the Boy Scouts of America, Troop 495, for 150 years of service to the people of the and his precious bride Sarah met at church as and earning the most prestigious award of Wabash Valley. young teens. They kept in touch with hand- Eagle Scout. written notes while he was deployed a few Since first welcoming customers in down- Isaac has been very active with his troop, short years later. Their love has lasted for town Terre Haute on December 1, 1869, the participating in many scout activities. Over the decades—February marked 71 years of mar- bank has expanded to eight locations in Vigo many years Isaac has been involved with riage and brought them two children, six and Clay Counties. TeITe Haute Savings Bank scouting, he has not only earned numerous grandchildren, 12 great-grandchildren, and has put a focus on supporting local commu- merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- ily, peers, and community. Most notably, Isaac one great-great-grandson. George also co- nities and local nonprofit organizations. founded Dicks Food Stores in 1938, which his has contributed to his community through his family still operates to this day in my home- Eagle Scout project. I would like to congratulate Mr. Bart Colwell, town of Victoria. His family recalls that from a Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join CEO of Terre Haute Savings Bank, and all me in commending Isaac Daniel Conner for young age as one of six children, he worked employees on a successful 150 years of busi- his accomplishments with the Boy Scouts of to help provide for his family. Throughout his America and for his efforts put forth in achiev- life, George has worked with diligence and in- ness. As Terre Haute Savings Bank continues ing the highest distinction of Eagle Scout. tegrity and in service to others. to ‘‘Believe in the Valley,’’ I wish them the best George was drafted in 1942 into the Army in the future. f VIII Corps under General Troy Middleton. Two IN RECOGNITION OF MAYOR KYLE f years into his service, June 6, 1944, became STACK’S LIFE AND LEGACY a day that not only shaped George’s life but the course of our entire nation and indeed the PERSONAL EXPLANATION world. George joined more than 160,000 HON. DEBBIE DINGELL troops on D-Day as the Allies launched the OF MICHIGAN largest seaborne invasion in history. In the HON. A. DONALD McEACHIN IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES words of Winston Churchill, the operation was OF VIRGINIA Wednesday, December 4, 2019 ‘‘undoubtedly the most complicated and dif- Mrs. DINGELL. Madam Speaker, I rise ficult that has ever occurred.’’ Starting as an IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES today to recognize Mayor Kyle Stack for her infantryman, George landed on the beaches of lifetime of service. Mayor Stack passed away Normandy with the second wave of troops and Wednesday, December 4, 2019 on November 29, 2019 which greatly sad- took on enemy fire. Mr. Hyak risked his life to dened our community. Her work as Mayor of help turn the tide of the war in Europe, which Mr. MCEACHIN. Madam Speaker, I was un- the City of Trenton is worthy of commenda- ultimately led to its liberation. avoidably detained on November 15, 2019 tion. What’s more, he also bravely fought at the during roll call no. 617, On Agreeing to the Amendment, H.R. 4863, Torres of California Mayor Stack served for 26 years as the city Battle of the Bulge and was one of the first in clerk, before being elected as mayor in 2011. the group to invade Ohrdruf, a German con- Amendment No. 2. Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ I was also unavoid- During this time, she was the only Master Mu- centration camp. As the war in Europe was nicipal Clerk in Wayne County for several coming to a close, George was in Frankfurt, ably detained during roll call no. 618, On Agreeing to the Amendment, H.R. 4863, Flo- years. As mayor, she was instrumental in ad- Germany, awaiting orders to deploy for the in- dressing the very real issue of trains blocking vasion of Japan. I can imagine the emotions res of Texas Amendment No. 3. Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘no.’’ I was also crossings for too long, bringing together the they must have felt when they heard the war Michigan Department of Transportation, Com- unavoidably detained during roll call no. 619, was finally over—and instead they’d be head- munity and State Leaders to resolve this prob- On Agreeing to the Amendment, H.R. 4863, ed home. lem. Mayor Stack also worked diligently on the McAdams of Utah Amendment No. 4. Had I When George returned home, he continued redevelopment of the McLouth Steel plant. to operate Dick’s Food Stores. The longevity been present, I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ I was She served on the Trenton Rotary Scholarship of the establishment earned it the Texas His- also unavoidably detained during roll call no. Committee, Trenton High School Hockey torical Commission’s Texas Treasure Business 620, On Agreeing to the Amendment, H.R. Team’s John McKay Scholarship Selection Award. It’s an honor bestowed on businesses 4863, Davidson of Ohio Amendment No. 5. Committee, and was the first woman president for providing employment opportunities and Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘no.’’ of the Trenton Rotary Club. boosting the state’s economy for at least 50 I was also unavoidably detained during roll call Mayor Stack’s life stands as a role model of years. no. 621, On Agreeing to the Amendment, H.R. selfless service and demonstrates a tremen- George continues to bless the lives of those 4863, Stevens of Michigan Amendment No. dous love for her community. Beloved for her who’ve come to know him, whether a fellow 18. Had I been present, I would have voted generosity and tenacity, Mayor Stack’s reputa- soldier or friend. As we look to celebrate ‘‘aye.’’ I was also unavoidably detained during tion is a testament to the significant impact Thanksgiving, we as a nation have a lot to be roll call no. 622, On Agreeing to the Amend- she had on Trenton and its residents. Her thankful for. George is one of them. May Mr. ment, H.R. 4863, Torres Small of New Mexico dedicated work has been critical in building Hyak’s life serve as a reminder of the price Amendment No. 21. Had I been present, I and expanding the thriving community of Tren- that he and others like him paid for our free- would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ I was also unavoid- ton. Mayor Stack was a champion for the resi- dom. ably detained during roll call no. 623, On Mo- dents of Trenton, a mentor to her colleagues, God has always had a plan for Mr. Hyak, tion to Recommit with Instructions, H.R. 4863, and her visionary leadership continues to in- and for us today George Hyak’s life paints a United States Export Finance Agency Act. spire the community. picture of sacrifice and duty that we can all Had I been present, I would have voted ‘‘no.’’ Madam Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join learn from. I join his friends and family in cele- I was also unavoidably detained during roll call me in honoring Mayor Kyle Stack for a lifetime brating 100 years and thanking him for his no. 624, On Passage, H.R. 4863, United of service to her community. We are grateful service to our nation. Happy 100th Birthday, States Export Finance Agency Act. Had I been for her dedicated work and her compassion George. present, I would have voted ‘‘aye.’’ and leadership will be greatly missed.

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f their people, assist the vulnerable, and im- MASTER SERGEANT JAMES prove well-being. Instead, the Trump Adminis- CHAMBERLAIN TRIBUTE IN SUPPORT OF HISTORICALLY tration has advanced a rule change to cut mil- BLACK COLLEGES AND UNIVER- lions of low-income children, families, vet- SITIES erans, people with disabilities, and seniors off HON. SCOTT R. TIPTON their food stamp benefits, or Supplemental Nu- OF COLORADO SPEECH OF trition Assistance Program (SNAP). The HON. MARCIA L. FUDGE Trump Administration estimates that at least IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 3.1 million families would lose their SNAP OF OHIO Wednesday, December 4, 2019 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES benefits, including stopping free and reduced school meals for nearly one million children. Tuesday, December 3, 2019 Mr. TIPTON. Madam Speaker, I rise today In 2017, almost 40 million people, including to recognize Master Sgt. James Chamberlain Ms. FUDGE. Madam Speaker, more than more than 12.5 million children, experienced of La Veta, Colorado who is retiring from the one quarter of all undergraduate students in food insecurity. In my home state of Illinois, U.S. Air Force after nearly 30 years of service. the United States attend Historically Black Col- more than 63 percent of SNAP participants leges and Universities and other Minority are in families with children and almost 30 Master Sgt. Chamberlain began his active Serving Institutions. These schools play a crit- percent are in families with members who are duty service in 1992 shortly after graduating ical role in unlocking higher education opportu- elderly or disabled. This rule targets the most from Northeast Community College in Norfolk, nities for millions of degree-seekers, including vulnerable people in my state and across the Nebraska with an Associate’s Degree in Crimi- students of color and low-income students, of nation. Even the U.S. Department of Agri- nal Justice with an emphasis in Law Enforce- which many are the first in their family to at- culture admits that this Trump policy would ex- ment. Upon completion of his initial training, tend college. acerbate food insecurity for millions of Ameri- he went on to serve in numerous duty posi- To protect these essential institutions from cans. tions spanning from news broadcasting to mili- the threat of closure and financial despair, we This is unacceptable. Millions of low-income tary police security. The Air Force sent him to must continue to provide them with the re- Americans rely on SNAP as the first line of cities around the world such as Los Angeles, sources they need to prepare students for the defense against hunger and food insecurity. California, Azores, Portugal, and Keflavik, Ice- modern economy. By imposing this harmful rule, the Trump Ad- land. His courage and service were exempli- Title III, Part F of the Higher Education Act ministration actually increases hunger and fied during multiple voluntary deployments to authorizes important, mandatory funding for hardship by erecting additional barriers for the Middle East. During these deployments Historically Black Colleges and Universities, families and individuals who are trying to meet Master Sgt. Chamberlain earned dozens of Tribal Colleges and Universities, and Minority one of the most basic needs for survival. awards and recognitions including the Iraq Serving Institutions to educate and prepare I stand in strong opposition to this unneces- Campaign Medal with a Bronze Star, the Air students for professions in the Science, Tech- sary and spiteful rule. The Trump Administra- Force Commendation Medal, and the Global nology, Engineering, and Math, or STEM, tion is attempting to impose a policy that Con- War on Terrorism Service Medal. fields. gress has rejected twice in the last two Master Sgt. Chamberlain’s military career Unfortunately, this critical source of funding versions of the Farm Bill via bipartisan votes. was simultaneously complemented by his time expired on September 30, 2019. This lapse The policies of this Administration have advan- as a police officer. He left active duty service jeopardizes the viability of these institutions, taged the most secure and left working fami- in September 1996 and returned to his family as well as the STEM readiness of the students lies and our most vulnerable populations be- they serve. hind. As the Trump Administration prioritizes ranch near Walsenburg, Colorado. It was At a time when diverse representation is low giving trillions of dollars to the most privileged there that he put his GI bill to use and grad- in the STEM economy, Congress must imme- corporations and billionaires, it literally takes uated near the top of his class at the Southern diately restore mandatory funding to prevent food from hungry children. I reject this dis- Colorado Law Enforcement Training Academy permanent and irreversible damage to STEM graceful rule and will continue to fight for the in Trinidad, Colorado. He was hired as a po- programs at these historic institutions that give people of Chicago and the nation to ensure lice officer for the city of La Junta, Colorado in students from underserved communities an they receive the food they need. I urge my August 1997. He continued his service in the opportunity to rise above their circumstances. colleagues to join me in opposing this pro- Air Force Reserve as part of the 310th Secu- On September 17, 2019, the House passed posed rule and demanding that the Trump Ad- rity Forces Squadron at the newly renamed the FUTURE Act, an extension of the $255 ministration rescind the rule immediately. Schriever Air Force Base outside of Colorado Springs, Colorado, an opportunity he was million in essential mandatory funding for f HBCUs and MSls. Despite receiving unani- eager to pursue. mous support in the House, the bill has yet to HONORING NATHAN FLETCHER In Walsenburg, the community he has most be considered by the Senate and was not in- recently been serving, Master Sgt. Chamber- cluded in the continuing resolution that passed HON. SAM GRAVES lain was named Distinguished Officer of the in November. OF MISSOURI Year for the Colorado Police Protective Asso- As Congress considers spending bills for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ciation and received the Distinguished Service next year, we must restore this vital source of Wednesday, December 4, 2019 Award by the city. Additionally, he earned the funding that expands opportunities for under- Police Medal of Honor and the Rescuer Award represented students. It is past time to uphold Mr. GRAVES of Missouri. Madam Speaker, for Valor by Southern Colorado Regional EMS our promise to support these historic institu- I proudly pause to recognize Nathan Fletcher. and Trauma Advisory Council. This past year, tions and the students they serve. Nathan is a very special young man who has he was even recognized by La Veta Schools exemplified the finest qualities of citizenship f on Veterans Day for his service as an Air and leadership by taking an active part in the Force veteran, a testament to what his sac- STRONG OPPOSITION TO THE Boy Scouts of America, Troop 412, and earn- rifices mean to his fellow community mem- TRUMP ADMINISTRATION’S PRO- ing the most prestigious award of Eagle Scout. bers. POSAL TO INCREASE HUNGER Nathan has been very active with his troop, AND FOOD INSECURITY participating in many scout activities. Over the Madam Speaker, Master Sgt. Chamberlain’s many years Nathan has been involved with service to his country and enduring work-ethic HON. DANNY K. DAVIS scouting, he has not only earned numerous will continue to have a positive impact on the OF ILLINOIS merit badges, but also the respect of his fam- community for years to come. It is my privilege to recognize him today, and express heartfelt IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ily, peers, and community. Most notably, Na- than has contributed to his community through gratitude for the important work he has done Wednesday, December 4, 2019 his Eagle Scout project. throughout his life. I wish him a happy retire- Mr. DANNY K. DAVIS of Illinois. Madam Madam Speaker, I proudly ask you to join ment from military service and sincerely hope Speaker, I am alarmed and outraged by the me in commending Nathan Fletcher for his ac- that he knows how proud his community, the Trump Administration’s decision to increase complishments with the Boy Scouts of Amer- state of Colorado, and the entire country is of hunger and food insecurity for millions of ica and for his efforts put forth in achieving the his sacrifice and service both as an Airman Americans. Governments should strengthen highest distinction of Eagle Scout. and a police officer.

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