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IN RECOGNITION OF INTER- HONORING THE WORK OF MY LIFE such as the world premiering of ‘‘Fading NATIONAL DAY OF RADIOLOGY SPEAKS Away’’ by Christopher H.K. Lee, a seven-part documentary based on the account of a 13- year-old Korean orphan who fled North Korea HON. PETE SESSIONS HON. MARSHA BLACKBURN OF TENNESSEE to the South. Putting their own personal time and re- OF TEXAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sources into promoting films which help con- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Monday, October 28, 2013 nect us to other communities-at-large, domes- Monday, October 28, 2013 Mrs. BLACKBURN. Mr. Speaker, a great so- tically and globally, the KAFFNY continues to ciety is often given their place in history based play a vital role in the Great City of New York, Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise to rec- on how they serve the least among them. A as it works to spread the story of the Korean ognize the International Day of Radiology, and great people are often judged from how well War, which I and my comrades believe should draw attention to the vital role that diagnostic they serve the least of all. I rise today to honor be referred as the ‘Forgotten Victory.’ imaging and radiation therapy serve in the the work of My Life Speaks as they work to Since returning home from my service in the American health care system. The Inter- bring aid to orphans in Haiti. Korean War over six decades ago, I have wit- national Day of Radiology is observed annu- Cited as one of the poorest countries in the nessed the Korean American community flour- ally on November 8—an important date in world, Haiti has almost 500,000 orphans. With ish in New York City and across the United medical and world history. On that day in high illiteracy and unemployment rates, the States and am very proud of all their contribu- 1895, Professor Wilhelm Conrad Roentgen Haitian society struggles with poverty, and the tions to the American fabric. discovered X-rays, which ultimately led to high orphan rate it accompanies. Often forgot- f modern medical imaging and radiation ther- ten, children with special needs are orphaned apy. This year, the 118th anniversary of IN RECOGNITION OF DR. and overlooked completely. My Life Speaks EVERETTE J. FREEMAN Roentgen’s discovery, will focus on lung imag- works to provide the best quality of life pos- ing, and be commemorated by many groups, sible to orphans, those with and without spe- including the American College of Radiology cial needs, by providing safe housing, quality HON. SANFORD D. BISHOP, JR. OF GEORGIA (ACR), the Radiological Society of North education, and accessible medical care. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES America and the European Society of Radi- I ask my colleagues to join with me in cele- ology. brating the good work of all who follow the call Monday, October 28, 2013 Radiologists (physicians with special training of the Almighty to feed the hungry, clothe the Mr. BISHOP of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I rise in imaging), radiation oncologists (physicians naked, and care for the orphan. May our voca- today to pay tribute to an outstanding leader, trained to treat cancer with radiation) and the tions be a light of the old prayer, ‘‘at the end Dr. Everette J. Freeman, the Eighth President imaging community continue to move medi- of our lives, may we all be found in the service of Albany State University, who will be leaving cine forward. Most recently, lung computed to- of others.’’ the school after eight successful and produc- mography (CT) scans were shown by clinical f tive years as President. He was honored at a trials to significantly reduce lung cancer farewell reception on Thursday, October 24, deaths among smokers. In response to the IN RECOGNITION OF THE KOREAN 2013, at Orene Hall on the ASU campus. positive results generated from these trials, AMERICAN FILM FESTIVAL NEW Dr. Freeman is a Washington, D.C. native the ACR will issue CT lung cancer screening YORK and alumnus of Antioch College with a bach- guidelines and standards. Nationwide, CT elor of arts degree in sociology and econom- screening programs for lung cancer, including HON. CHARLES B. RANGEL ics. He also earned a master’s in labor and in- teams of health care providers from various OF NEW YORK dustrial relations from the University of Illinois, medical specialties, will follow. These multi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and a doctorate in education from Rutgers University. He holds a certificate from the In- disciplinary screening programs will save tens Monday, October 28, 2013 of thousands of lives each year from the na- stitute for Educational Leadership at Harvard tion’s leading cancer killer. Mr. RANGEL. Mr. Speaker, during the Ko- University, as well as a Certificate in Econom- rean War, almost two million American sol- Medical imaging has been shown to help ics from Fircroft College in Birmingham, Eng- diers, including myself, fought to defend free- lower many cancer and hospital mortality land. dom and democracy for a country and people rates. A 2009 National Bureau of Economic Prior to his tenure at Albany State, Dr. Free- they did not know. Despite the tragic losses Research (BEA) report found that individuals man made his mark on several institutes of and extreme hardships endured by the Korean with greater access to imaging live longer than higher learning, serving as senior vice presi- people and those who fought in their defense, those with lesser access. Imaging exams also dent and provost of the University of Indianap- little is known about the war and its aftermath. reduce the number of invasive surgeries, un- olis, dean of continuing education at Jackson I proudly recognize the Korean American Film necessary hospital admissions and lengths of State University, and executive assistant to Festival New York (KAFFNY) and its efforts to hospital stays, which can lower health care the president at Tennessee State University. educate and inform the New York community costs. He also acted as interim vice president for uni- about the so-called ‘‘Forgotten War’’ through versity relations and development at Ten- The U.S. National Academy of Engineering presenting new opportunities for intercommu- nessee State. recognized the tremendous contribution of nity outreach. The Second Congressional District of Geor- medical imaging when it ranked imaging Through their organization, the KAFFNY has gia gained a valuable and respected leader among the 20 greatest engineering achieve- brought attention to the Korean Diaspora and when Dr. Freeman came to Albany. He has ments of the 20th century. Most telling, the Korean-American experience, recognizing and transformed Albany State University, both fis- New England Journal of Medicine named supporting new filmmakers and artists in the cally and academically. Despite State budget medical imaging one of the top 10 medical ad- community. This year, the KAFFNY explores cuts, he initiated new online programs and vances of the last 1,000 years. how the reverberations of the Korean War are joint enrollment policies, led the fiscal affairs With its incredible impact on patients’ still felt to this day and how they are explored division from the worst audit ratings to the health, and significant benefit to the American in the area of film. Their festival taking place best, and facilitated the transition of students health care system, I am pleased to recognize from October 24–26, 2013, commemorates from technical colleges into the University. the importance of diagnostic imaging and radi- the 60th anniversary of the Korean War Armi- Moreover, Dr. Freeman has demonstrated a ation oncology, and call attention to November stice. It premiers some of the richest and most continued dedication to improving the aca- 8 as the International Day of Radiology. diverse selection of films on the Korean War, demic community at ASU. Under his strategic

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The positive impact of the con- Now ranked fourth in the nation, Wiley’s de- Monday, October 28, 2013 struction reverberated throughout the student bate team completed its 2012–2013 season of Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today community, as well as in the surrounding city. competition having amassed 82 national to honor the life of Joseph Vrabel. Joe served The relationship between ASU and the Great- awards, 368 season-long awards, 16 cham- in the United States Army during the Korean er Albany area has been significantly strength- pionship trophies, and the first team title by a War. Upon his return, he served his fellow vet- ened, as the University’s economic impact on historically black college. The debate team is erans by joining the Veterans of Foreign Wars the city reached $156 million during Dr. Free- affiliated with Pi Kappa Delta, the National in 1956, and soon thereafter, becoming Post man’s time as president. Dr. Freeman also Forensics Association, and the American Commander. His service continued as a Life worked to establish partnerships with several Forensics Association. Member of the American Legion Mahoning local businesses, further improving the town We commend both Wiley College and USC Valley Post 15, where he served five years as and gown relationship between Albany and in their efforts on enhancing students’ critical Post Commander, going on to serve as ASU. thinking skills through the medium of debate. Mahoning County Commander of the Dynamic On a personal note, I am proud to call Dr. We wish the best for both teams and look for- Ninth District; and then proceeding on to serve Freeman a friend and I am so grateful for all ward to have such a historical event re-en- as the American Legion Department of Ohio he has done for Albany State University and acted in the California 37th Congressional Dis- Commander. Joe was an enthusiastic sup- the Albany community. His heartfelt dedication trict. porter of the American Legion’s Buckeye Boys to this school will be felt and remembered for State, promoting the program whenever he years to come. could and securing local sponsorships which f Nelson Henderson once said, ‘‘The true would allow the youth of this area to gain first- meaning of life is to plant trees under whose IN RECOGNITION OF MR. BRAD hand experience in state government. Joe was shade you do not expect to sit.’’ Dr. Freeman WILLIAMS a significant supporter of the Gifts for the has not only planted trees of knowledge Yanks program which provided gifts for hos- whose fruit ASU students and alumni can pitalized veterans during the Christmas sea- yield, but he has also planted the seeds of HON. PETE SESSIONS son. Joe was instrumental in obtaining a van success for future generations of Albany State to transport veterans from Youngstown to the University Golden Rams. OF TEXAS Cleveland American Legion, where he served Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as Post 15 Sons of the American Legion Advi- in paying tribute to Dr. Everette J. Freeman for sor for 15 years. In addition, he spent count- his eight outstanding years as President of Al- Monday, October 28, 2013 less hours as a member of Mahoning Valley bany State University. His energizing leader- Post 15’s Honor Guard and Color Guard, pro- ship and his commitment to academic excel- Mr. SESSIONS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to viding final military honors to his fellow vet- lence has helped to make lasting improve- recognize Mr. Brad Williams who will be in- erans. Joe was locally known as the ‘‘Vet- ments to Albany State University so to better stalled as the 2014 Chairman of the Board for eran’s Veteran’’, for his dedicated work with provide current and future students with the the National Apartment Association on No- veterans. As the owner of Hillcrest Tavern, tools they need to lead successful and produc- vember 8, 2013. Joe was able to support local youth sports tive lives. As a native of Dallas, Texas, Mr. Williams is teams, mainly golf, bowling, and softball in his f a graduate of the University of Texas with a hometown of Poland, Ohio. For his significant contributions to the veterans and youth of the WILEY COLLEGE AND UNIVERSITY degree in History, holds a Certificate of Real Estate from Southern Methodist University, Mahoning Valley, Joe is very worthy to be in- OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EX- ducted, posthumously, into the 2013 Ohio Vet- HIBITION DEBATE and has received the Certified Property Man- ager designation from the Institute of Real Es- erans Hall of Fame. tate Management. He has over 40 years of f HON. LOUIE GOHMERT experience in property management with Lin- OF TEXAS HONORING SUNCOAST HIGH coln Property Company and is responsible for IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES SCHOOL IN RIVIERA BEACH, management of over 50,000 rental units FLORIDA ON CELEBRATING 25 Monday, October 28, 2013 throughout Texas and the Midwest. YEARS OF EXCELLENCE IN PRO- Mr. GOHMERT. Mr. Speaker, today, we rec- Mr. Williams is the past President of the VIDING SECONDARY EDUCATION ognize and celebrate the Wiley College and Apartment Association of Greater Dallas and University of Southern California debate teams the Texas Apartment Association. In addition, HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS on their Exhibition Debate. On October 25, he has served as the Chairman of the Na- OF FLORIDA 2013 the Wiley College and USC debate tional Apartment Association’s Political Action IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES teams will reenact their historic debate of Committee for the last three years and cur- Monday, October 28, 2013 1935. rently serves on the Executive Committee for The 1935 debate was depicted in the 2007 the National Apartment Association. As Chair- Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I movie, ‘‘The Great Debaters,’’ which Denzel man of the Board, Mr. Williams will lead the rise today to honor Suncoast High School in Washington starred in and directed. ‘‘The National Apartment Association towards con- Riviera Beach, Florida on the occasion of its Great Debaters’’ tells the story of Wiley’s de- tinued success as America’s leading advocate 25th anniversary as an institution of secondary feat of USC, the then reigning national for quality rental housing, serving the interests education in Palm Beach County. forensics champion, under the direction of of rental housing owners, managers, devel- This remarkable school is perennially ranked as a top high school in America, as it Professor Melvin B. Tolson. Following the re- opers and suppliers, and promoting a high lease of the movie, Denzel Washington do- offers a wealth of coursework in Math, level of professionalism in the rental housing nated $1 million to Wiley College to revive the Science and Engineering, Computer Science, industry to better serve the housing needs of debate team. International Baccalaureate studies, as well as the public. October 25th will not be the first meeting of Interactive Technology magnet programs. Chil- the teams in recent years. In 2012, USC trav- Mr. Speaker, I ask my esteemed colleagues dren from across Palm Beach County seek eled to Wiley College in Texas’ 1st Congres- to join me in expressing our heartiest con- admission to Suncoast for its acknowledged sional District for an exhibition match with the gratulations and best wishes to Mr. Brad Wil- excellence in comprehensively educating stu- great debaters at the Julius S. Scott Sr. Chap- liams as he guides the National Apartment As- dents. The school has also become renowned el. At the conclusion of the evening, both sociation this upcoming year as Chairman of in the community for the diligent attention that teams were declared victors and they com- the Board. the faculty and staff offer to their students.

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In addition to his service on the NJBA, Mr. to have successful careers in an array of The spectrum of Hannah’s philanthropic Sendelsky is also an active member of the fields. Currently led by Principal Dr. Linda work is wide-reaching. She contributed to the Shore Builders Association of Central New Cartledge and a very talented faculty and founding of La Pen˜a Cultural Center in Berke- Jersey. He has served on the Board of Direc- staff, Suncoast has earned the respect of pro- ley, California. She is also an ongoing advo- tors since 1957, has held various leadership fessional educators from across the country. cate of the Martin Luther King Jr. Freedom positions and has served as chairman on sev- I am always delighted and impressed when Center in Oakland, California, which offers eral committees. He received the Builder of I hear about the latest awards and honors ac- nonviolence classes and civic engagement for the Year Award in both 1966 and 1989. Like- crued by Suncoast High School. Twenty-five youth from diverse racial and cultural commu- wise, he was a member of the Board of Direc- years of high-standard education is something nities. She has been a supporter of the Fund- tors of the National Association of Home we should all admire. Suncoast is representa- ing Exchange, the Berkeley Community Fund, Builders from 1963 until 2011 and currently tive of the best America has to offer its young the Women’s Initiative for Self-Employment, serves as the National Area Chairman Rep- people, and its reputation is one to which all the Rosenberg Fund for Children, the Amer- resentative. schools aspire. ican Jewish World Service, Jewish Family & The son of a carpenter and homebuilder, Mr. Speaker, it is my distinct pleasure to Children’s Services of the East Bay, Equal Mr. Sendelsky founded Lenguy Construction recognize Suncoast High School for their in- Rights Advocates, the ACLU, The Center for Company in 1958 and today owns and oper- valuable commitment to preparing the young Constitutional Rights, MALDEF, NAACP Legal ates many additional corporations. He was in- minds of Palm Beach County, and their lead- Defense Fund, the United Negro College ducted into the New Jersey Builders Hall of ership as a positive example for success in Fund, the Freedom Archives, California Rural Fame in 1974 and the National Housing Cen- secondary education. I congratulate them Legal Assistance, and the Southern Poverty ter Hall of Fame in 2004. Mr. Sendelsky is a again and wish them many more years as one Law Center, to name just a few. member of the New Jersey State Uniform of America’s top high schools. Beyond that, Hannah is a coalition builder. Construction Code Advisory Board, a member f She serves on the Regional Board of the New of the New Jersey Department of Community Israel Fund, and as a longtime supporter of Affairs Committee on Uniform Sub-division HONORING HANNAH KRANZBERG the Peace Development Fund, she has sought Site Improvement Standards, Chairman of the to bring together communities as well as op- Middlesex County Uniform Construction Board HON. BARBARA LEE pressed and marginalized groups of people to of Appeals and is also an active member of OF CALIFORNIA enhance opportunities for movement building. his community. He is a long-time resident of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Hannah continues to be a supporter of inno- Colonia along with his wife of nearly 60 years, Monday, October 28, 2013 vative community-based cultural institutions, Judith Kuhn Sendelsky. They have two sons, including groundbreaking social documen- Leonard Drew and Guy Sean. Ms. LEE of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise taries, among them, the Oscar nominated Mr. Speaker, once again, please join me in today to recognize Hannah Kranzberg, who ‘‘Forever Activists: Stories from the Veterans honoring Leonard Sendelsky for his out- today is receiving the Guardian of Democracy of the Abraham Lincoln Brigade,’’ a documen- standing contributions to the building industry. award from the New Israel Fund for her long- tary about seven American veterans of the He is truly deserving of the New Jersey Build- time service to the global community pro- Spanish Civil War, ‘‘The Barber of Bir- ers Association Lifetime Achievement Award moting peace, justice, and social and eco- mingham,’’ a documentary about James Arm- and this body’s recognition. nomic equality. strong, one of the unsung heroes of the U.S. f Before moving to the San Francisco Bay civil rights movement, and ‘‘Discovering Area from her native New York in the 1970’s, Dominga: A Survivor’s Story,’’ about the 1982 HONORING THE 30TH ANNIVER- Hannah taught in an all-day neighborhood Guatemalan massacre of 200 villagers who SARY OF THE FINANCE AUTHOR- school program in Brooklyn as part of a broad- opposed the construction of a dam sponsored ITY OF MAINE AND THE 2013 er effort to provide enrichment programs to by the World Bank. SHOWCASE MAINE AWARD RE- children who lived in disadvantaged commu- Therefore, on behalf of California’s 13th CIPIENTS nities. Congressional District, I salute you, Hannah Then, as an activist in the San Francisco Kranzberg. Your 40 years of committed activ- HON. MICHAEL H. MICHAUD Bay Area, Hannah continued her interest in ism for peace, justice, and equality, has made OF MAINE making and supporting social documentaries an indelible mark in our community, and you IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that brought important issues to the attention are truly worthy of being called a Guardian of Monday, October 28, 2013 of the public. As an artist, she was also one Democracy. of three principal individuals who painted the f Mr. MICHAUD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to People’s Park mural in Berkeley in 1976, recognize the Finance Authority of Maine as it which is now a local landmark with major his- IN RECOGNITION OF LEONARD R. celebrates 30 years of helping Maine citizens toric and cultural significance. SENDELSKY pursue business and higher education oppor- In the last 40 years, Hannah’s significant tunities, as well as the recipients of its 2013 philanthropic work has left a lasting impact on HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. Showcase Maine Awards. our society. She has supported organizations OF NEW JERSEY The Finance Authority of Maine, also known that advocate everything from human rights IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES as FAME, was founded in 1983 as the state’s and civil rights, economic and social justice, business finance agency. By increasing ac- and conflict transformation in a local, national Monday, October 28, 2013 cess to capital, its innovative programs enable and global context. I am proud to call her my Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the start up and growth of the state’s business confidant, my supporter, but most importantly, congratulate Leonard R. Sendelsky as he is community. Since 1990, FAME has also been my friend. honored by the New Jersey Builders Associa- responsible for administering Maine’s higher As part of her long term efforts to advance tion with its first Lifetime Achievement Award. education finance programs, helping Maine women’s equality locally and throughout the Leonard Sendelsky has been a member of students and families meet the costs of higher world, Hannah was a supporter of the San the New Jersey Builders Association (NJBA) education through a variety of loan, grant and Francisco Women’s Building, the first woman- Board of Directors since 1960. He has served scholarship programs. It also administers an owned and operated community center in the as secretary, treasurer, second vice president, outreach and counseling program that helps country, which advocates self-determination, first vice president, and president. He has also inspire and empower young people to pursue gender equality and social justice. She has served on various committees, including the higher education. also supported the Global Fund for Women, a Legislative Committee and Codes Committee Each year, the Finance Authority of Maine non-profit that provides grants to women-led and helped get the NJ State Uniform Con- honors community members that have been organizations worldwide to enable women and struction Code Act signed by Governor exceptional partners in their efforts to aid the

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But Bull Dog’s and Devil Dog’s don’t know Legislative Champion Award; and Camden Who so heroically answered his Nation’s call! how to run! National Bank, recipient of the Financial Insti- That Call to War! And no matter how matter laps he had to tution of the Year Award. But for The Greater Good, take, These award-winners exemplify the hard- as himself he so ignored! he was but in a DOGNATIOUS STATE! To so wear those most heroic shades of And you could still hear his engine roar! working and innovative spirit of Maine. Their As he put that pedal to the metal, dedication and leadership make Maine a bet- green! To become, in first place to come so for sure! ter place to live and do business. one of Nation’s greatest of all things! Crossing that finish line, Mr. Speaker, please join me again in con- A United States Georgia Bull Dog Devil Dog because of all what he had endured! gratulating the Finance Authority of Maine and Marine! To rebuild and to restore! Holding that winners cup high above his the 2013 Showcase Maine Award recipients Oh rahhh! head! on their outstanding service and achievement. A Bull Dog and a Devil Dog, All in what his faith and courage, there’s nothing more Dognatious so as seen! f in The Game of Life his had so said! All for God and Country Big Country, As straight to victory lap his heart so sped! IN HONOR OF LCPL SEAN ADAMS you have so fought and bled! And all of you stock car boys and gals, And you have given up so much lying, you most famous drivers all of this world so lying there so very close to death! now! HON. DOUG COLLINS All in what your Strength In Honor has so OF GEORGIA You gotta give this good old boy some major said! cred! IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Let’s look under the hood! Because from 0 to 60, Monday, October 28, 2013 And see that engine that we call his heart, from the beginning, which so gives Sean all of that power he so Mr. COLLINS of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I all of the way to the very end his heart has needs to start! led! rise today to honor one of Georgia’s most he- Start all over again! And I don’t think you want to go up against roic sons, Combat Engineer LCpl Sean Adams From 0 to 60 like no one could! this Big Country, of 1 CEB, 1/8 United States Marine Corps. Yea you’re not getting close! this Georgia Bull Dog on the race track of LCpl Adams is from my District in Gainesville. As he puts that pedal to the metal, life head to head! In Helmond, Afghanistan, LCpl Adams or Big oh what a turbo boost! Cause it’s going to get pretty bumpy, So sapping all those in his path to recovery! if you catch his draft! Country as he is called by his platoon, Making pain and heartache disappear at all stepped on a 25-pound IED. It nearly killed Because, until you’ve been through, speeds! what he’s been through . . . him. He lay there in the field for sixty minutes To get him to the finish line and victory! nothing stops you in your path! before the air evac arrived. He lost both of his With a force of nature, Because, in The Game of Life . . . legs and sustained numerous other life threat- that which so made the enemy grieve! all at such high speeds Sean gave all that he ening injuries. He has come back from the For he’s a bad boy, would so need! dead after 17 months at Walter Reed Hospital. who on a battlefield of honor so lived his Was asked! His courage and his family’s support have creed! And when all out in front of him in that fast Turbo charged putting it into high gear, helped pull him from the abyss. He has a pas- lane, as into those turns as he’d gain speed! pity and sorrow was strewn all across his sion for football, baseball and his Georgia Bull Marching forth so all without fear, path! Dogs. He possesses a need for speed; he but to so pursue the enemy! He took it up high, loves stock cars and racing. He plans to start And he so loves his Atlanta Braves, and put it into gear . . . a business related to cars when he gets back and would love to throw out the first ball and blew past all of that sorrow and loss he home. I submit this poem penned in his honor one day! so sped! by Albert Caswell. Or hang out with Falcons, Leaving them all in his dust, because both of them are but birds of prey! as he put that pedal to the medal . . . A PEDAL TO THE METAL MARINE And for those Georgia Bull Dogs, and with a tears in his eyes he put it into (By Albert Caswell) as its for them he now so bleeds! turbo thrust! A ... Making this Dog’s heart bark, continually! As to all of that heartache and sorrow, A Pedal! Rouuuuughhh Roughhhhh, said goodbye! A Pedal To The Metal Marine! watch out in The SEC there’s hell to pay! Because, he’s got a life to lead! Built for honor! As it was out on his tour! And because its all in his DNA, Built for speed! As an IED went off and death was almost so all in Big Country’s need for speed! Being a grunt, assured! As now he’s in his victory lap called recov- is but his most heroic of all creeds! With his two strong legs so lost, ery! As a Sapper all out on the hunt! and so many injuries more! While, down in Georgia they all scream and Oh what a combination, For 60 minutes he lay there without help be- shout . . . a Bull Dog and a Devil Dog, fore! Big County’s coming home so soon no doubt! to so confront the enemy all at speed! Before helo picked him up! And On The Road of Life, Clearing the way both night and day! As Big Country had a choice, look for him way up out ahead! When every moment counts, to so listen to that inner voice! For there’s so much we can all so learn from that full amount . . . And put it into gear, him, all for his Band of Brothers in need! and put it to the floor! all in what his short life has said! So serving his home of the brave, And make it to the finish line for a pit stop, In life we all must make those final choices! and land of the free, so he could but live one day more! When up ahead there lies such forces . . . as one fine Georgian United States Marine! Or leave this world for sure! Do we so listen to our most inner voices? All in search of the enemy! As one day somehow, Will we down shift and lose our path? From 0 to 60 Sean, Sean would walk out of that hospital door! Or we take it up high, was built for speed! Just like Chip Foose, and leave heartache and sorrow so far behind As one who so locks and loads! he had some OVERHAULING TO DO FOR as her we so pass? As one who so lives by a code! SURE! And put that pedal to the medal, A code of Strength In Honor, As they took this Hero into the shop, making those Angels up in heaven so smile all in those most magnificent shades of to a place called Walter Reed which above and laugh! green! them all stands high atop, Sean the results are in, For he’s bad to the bone! where the Nurses and Doctors are the cream the checked flag is now waving you home As he puts it to the floor! of the crop! ... While, all at speeds himself he’d so ignore! Where these Heroines and Heroes, waving you in! Big Country was Georgia born, so know how to death to stop! As the next part of your new great life, and Georgia bred! And how to rebuild and remodel and restore, is all so ready to so begin!

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:15 Oct 29, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00004 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 0634 E:\CR\FM\A28OC8.008 E28OCPT1 pwalker on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS October 28, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1579 Go ahead! schoolers in order to ward off the negative for teaching through the University of South START YOUR ENGINES! self-concept and academic problems these Africa. Later, he went on to receive his Bach- And put that pedal to the metal, children often face. ODN’s HighScope cur- elors of Education from the University of South you most Dogmatic of all ones! Africa and his Masters of Science from Cornell I low bout them Dogs! riculum is backed by over forty years of stud- ROOOGHHH ROOOGHH! ies proving its effectiveness in preparing at- University. As if that were not enough, he For you are one of Georgia’s Most Heroic risk children for school and life. Monthly par- even received his PhD from the Stanford Uni- Sons! enting classes and family activities organized versity School of Education. f by ODN help Central Florida parents improve Dr. Jansen’s passion for upholding strong their parenting skills and become better race relations shined in all of his work. His VETERAN HALL OF FAME equipped to fulfill their role as their child’s first books offer a detailed account on the social INDUCTEE ROGER H. GARDNER teacher. and political change in post-apartheid South In order to better care for children outside of Africa and addressed how education served a HON. TIM RYAN the classroom, ODN started an afterschool role in confronting the hardships of the past. OF OHIO program in 2011 and a tutoring program in His effective role goes well beyond the written IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES January of 2012. ODN has also initiated an word: Dr. Jansen also serves as President of Monday, October 28, 2013 Early Head Start classroom and began offer- the South African Institute of Race Relations. He is well known for his work to advance edu- Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today ing a transitional kindergarten program for chil- dren who are five-years-old but not ready for cation in South Africa and his Nelson to honor the distinguished military service of Mandela-like attitude of ‘‘reconciliation over re- Roger Gardner as he is inducted into the 2013 the public school structure. ODN partners with many local organizations venge.’’ Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame. Roger has been UC Merced established the Alice and a member of the American Legion Post 540 to meet the needs of its students and their families. The University of Central Florida Clifford Spendlove Prize in Social Justice, Di- Honor Guard in Cortland since 1957, and plomacy and Tolerance to honor a scholar, served as Commander and Captain since (UCF) sends nursing students to help track obesity rates at ODN. UCF’s Audiology and author, artist, or citizen who dedicates his or 2000. Under his leadership, the Honor Guard her work to the delivery of social justice, diplo- has participated in 2,281 funerals. He is ac- Speech students also screen all of the chil- dren at ODN and provide services to children macy, and tolerance in local and global soci- tively involved in local Memorial Day and Vet- ety. Dr. Jansen is deserving of this recognition erans Day activities each year. As a Post with speech and language delays. The Winter Park Day Nursery partners with ODN for staff as he is someone who truly wants to make Commander, he was instrumental in the con- this world a better place. struction of several veterans’ memorials in the training and curriculum development. ODN works hard to keep fees low so that Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me area, most notably the Korean War Monument no child is left without quality care and early in honoring Dr. Jonathan D. Jansen for his in Trumbull County Veterans Park. Roger has education. ODN provides childcare services contributions to society and to congratulate logged over 8,000 volunteer hours between for the Salvation Army’s homeless shelter, him on receiving this most prestigious award. the Warren Community Base Outpatient Clinic Harbor House, and the Coalition for the f and the Youngstown VA Clinic. He is an active Homeless. speaker in the ‘‘Tell America’’ program in local TRIBUTE TO THOMAS S. FOLEY, The Board of Directors of ODN is a com- schools, where he shares his military experi- 57TH SPEAKER OF THE HOUSE mitted group of outstanding citizens that work ences and encourages patriotism among to achieve ODN’s mission: to develop the young people. He has been the recipient of HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE whole child by providing high-quality, afford- numerous awards and honors, some of which OF TEXAS able care and early childhood education serv- include the Mahoning County United Veterans IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ices in the Orlando area. ODN supports the Council Veteran of the Year; the Tri-County whole family, as they are the foundation from Monday, October 28, 2013 Funeral Directors Association Award for Com- which our children develop. Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to munity Service for his diligent work as Captain I am proud to honor the Orlando Day Nurs- pay tribute to former House Speaker Thomas of American Legion’s Post 540 Honor Guard; ery for all of its outstanding accomplishments ‘‘Tom’’ S. Foley, the 57th Speaker of the and the Warren Tribune-Chronicle Community and its contributions to the Central Florida House of Representatives and a man whose Star Award for his significant contributions to community. love for this chamber and whose commitment the Warren area. Roger is deeply committed f to public service was unsurpassed. Speaker to serving the veterans of Trumbull County Foley died Friday, October 18, at his home in and is very worthy of being inducted into the RECOGNIZING THE SERVICE OF Washington, D.C. He was 84 years old. Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame. DR. JONATHAN D. JANSEN Tom Foley was in every sense of the word f a gentleman. He believed in bipartisanship. He RECOGNIZING THE CONTRIBU- HON. JIM COSTA treated everyone equally and with respect. TIONS OF ORLANDO DAY NURS- OF CALIFORNIA Upon relinquishing the Speakership, he left ERY IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES these parting words of advice to this suc- cessor, incoming Speaker Newt Gingrich: ‘‘Re- Monday, October 28, 2013 HON. ALAN GRAYSON member, you are the Speaker of the whole Mr. COSTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to House and not just one party.’’ OF FLORIDA recognize the distinguished public service of The environment of the House of Rep- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Jonathan D. Jansen as he receives this year’s resentatives under the leadership of Speaker Monday, October 28, 2013 Alice and Clifford Spendlove Prize in Social Foley was marked by mutual respect and co- Mr. GRAYSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Justice, Diplomacy and Tolerance presented operation, which enabled the Congress to recognize the incredible contributions of the by the University of California, Merced (UC work with the President and pass legislation Orlando Day Nursery. Merced). Dr. Jansen is the Vice Chancellor that made our country better. Founded in 1921 as an all-volunteer organi- and Rector of the University of the Free State During Tom Foley’s speakership, the Con- zation, Orlando Day Nursery Association, Inc. and South Africa’s first black dean. gress passed, and the President signed into (ODN) has provided early childhood care and Dr. Jansen was born on September 29, law the Family and Medical Leave Act; the education services to working-poor families liv- 1956 in the town of Montagu in the Western Americans with Disabilities Act of 1991; the ing in Central Florida for 91 years. The Nurs- Cape province of South Africa. It was here in North America Free Trade Agreement ery has been recognized as the oldest the Cape Flats where he had to face chaos (NAFTA); the General Agreement on Trade childcare in the South Eastern U.S. by and was stripped of his family, land, and prop- and Tariffs (GATT); the 1994 Crime Bill which Childcare Exchange. President George H.W. erty. Even in the face of adversity, Dr. Jansen put 100,000 new police offers on the streets Bush recognized ODN as the 909th Daily believed that he could achieve great things. and banned assault weapons and reduced Point of Light Award and America’s Promise Higher education was of utmost importance crime rates by more than a third; and the 1993 Alliance honored ODN with the Keeping the to Dr. Jansen. He attended the University of Clinton Economic Plan that led to the creation Promise Award. the Western Cape where he received his of 22 million jobs, four balanced budgets, and ODN makes a concerted effort at laying a Bachelors of Science degree in Botany and the longest period of sustained economic positive foundation for low income pre- Zoology, and then completed his qualifications prosperity in the post-war period.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:15 Oct 29, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00005 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A28OC8.009 E28OCPT1 pwalker on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1580 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 28, 2013 Thomas Stephen Foley was born March 6, It is my hope that we all remember and for being an exemplary member of the Sac- 1929, in Spokane, Washington. He attended a learn from the example of Speaker Foley that ramento Community. I ask that we all take a Jesuit preparatory school, where he acquired civility is a virtue, that compromise is not moment and give our utmost respect and con- the nickname ‘‘the senator’’ for his intellect weakness, and that it is possible for persons dolences to his children, grandchildren and and the way he solved problems. He is re- of goodwill to disagree without being disagree- great grandchildren. His life and commitment ported to have overcome a lisp to excel in de- able. to Sacramento are an inspiration to us all. bate and to earn his baccalaureate degree Thank you, Speaker Thomas S. Foley, for f from the University of Washington in 1951. Six your service to our nation. You made the Peo- years later, Tom Foley was admitted to the ple’s House a better place by promoting mu- VETERAN HALL OF FAME bar after graduating from the University of tual respect and cooperation. INDUCTEE ALEXANDER P. KISH Washington School of Law. He practiced law f in Spokane prior to becoming a prosecutor HON. TIM RYAN IN HONOR OF HENRY TEICHERT and later an assistant state attorney general. OF OHIO In 1960, he joined the staff of his mentor, IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the legendary Senator Henry ‘‘Scoop’’ Jackson HON. DORIS O. MATSUI Monday, October 28, 2013 (D–WA), and moved to Washington, D.C., OF CALIFORNIA where he met his future partner in life, his be- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. RYAN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise today loved Heather, whom he married in 1968, and to honor the exemplary military service of Alex Monday, October 28, 2013 who remained by his side for the next 45 Kish as he is inducted into the Ohio Veterans years and was with him when he died. Ms. MATSUI. Mr. Speaker, it is with great Hall of Fame. After serving in the U.S. Army Mr. Speaker, in 1964 Tom Foley defeated sadness that I rise in honor of Henry Teichert, during the Korean War, Alex returned to his an 11-term incumbent and was elected by the who recently passed away in Sacramento at home in Newton Falls, Ohio, and served as people of the 5th Congressional District of the age of 96. As his family, friends, and the Commander of the AMVETS Post 112 and the Washington to represent them in the House of entire Sacramento community gather to cele- Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 3332. Since Representatives. He was reelected to the next brate his life and legacy, I ask my colleagues then, he has devoted his life in efforts to honor succeeding 14 Congresses. to join me in honoring Mr. Teichert. both the living and deceased veterans. Alex is Over those 30 years, Tom Foley compiled a Henry Teichert was born on September 6, dedicated to recognizing the contributions of truly impressive record. He sought and ob- 1917 in Sacramento to Augusta and Adolph veterans and caring for those less fortunate. tained a seat on the Agriculture Committee to Teichert Jr. He was married to Wendy Dow- He has organized an Honor Guard serving advocate on behalf of his constituents in the ney for 56 years until her passing in 2003. To- multiple veterans organizations in an effort to wheat-growing region of eastern Washington. gether they had five children, Frederick, Jona- provide full military honors during burials at Tom Foley was an accomplished legislator. than, Isaiah, Rose and Wendy-Marie, 17 the National Cemetery in Rittman, Ohio. Alex One of his major achievements as a member grandchildren and 20 great grandchildren. Mr. was instrumental in raising funds that provided of the Agriculture Committee was the grand Teichert graduated from the University of Cali- more than 400 phone cards for veterans and bargain he crafted which led to the enduring fornia, Berkeley in 1939, where he earned a active duty soldiers. He arranged for transpor- partnership between conservative farmers and degree in English and proudly served our tation, hotel accommodations, and admission progressive supporters of nutrition programs. country as an intelligence officer in the United Mr. Speaker, Tom Foley was an unwavering tickets for World War II veterans to attend the States Army Air Corps during World War II. dedication of the World War II Memorial and advocate for progressive policies and a formi- After the war he earned his law degree from dable opponent of policies he believed were to tour Washington, D.C. Alex organized a Boalt Hall Law School and returned to his harmful to the interests of the poor, workers, fundraiser that provided a summer camp ex- hometown of Sacramento where with several or women. He supported President Johnson’s perience for underprivileged children of Trum- other attorneys, formed one of the first group Great Society Programs and voted for the Civil bull County. He has served as Vice President law practices in the region, which later be- Rights Act of 1964, the Voting Rights Act of of an organization that provides transportation came McDonough Holland & Allen. 1965, and the Fair Housing Act of 1968. He to medical appointments and shopping for Mr. Teichert’s law career ended when he also supported a strong national defense and senior citizens. Alex is deeply committed to took over the family construction business, A. sensible foreign policy, which is why he op- serving the veterans of Trumbull County, Ohio Teichert and Son, when his father passed posed the escalation of the Vietnam War. and is very worthy of being inducted into the After the watershed election of 1974, he away in 1953. A. Teichert and Son, now 2013 Ohio Veterans Hall of Fame. was elected by his colleagues to chair the Ag- Teichert, Inc., has been serving the Sac- f riculture Committee, a position he held until ramento region for over one hundred and RECOGNIZING ERIE CANAL HAR- 1981, when he was appointed Majority Whip twenty-five years and holds the oldest active BOR DEVELOPMENT CORPORA- by then Speaker Thomas P. ‘‘Tip’’ O’Neill. contractor’s license in the state, No. 8. Mr. TION AS 2013 BUSINESS OF THE When Speaker O’Neill was succeeded by Ma- Teichert served as the corporation’s president YEAR jority Leader Jim Wright (D–TX), Tom Foley and chairman of the board for thirty-five years. was elevated to the post of Majority Leader He had the business acumen to turn Teichert and served in that post until June 6, 1989 from a company to a corporation which in- HON. BRIAN HIGGINS when he was elected Speaker of the House cludes Teichert Construction, Teichert Mate- OF NEW YORK upon the resignation of Speaker Wright. rials, StoneBridge Properties, and the Teichert IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Foundation. Together, these companies are Tom Foley was Speaker of the House in Monday, October 28, 2013 1991 when President George H.W. Bush leaders in the fields of construction, aggregate launched Operations Desert Shield and Desert production, and real estate development, while Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Storm, the first Persian Gulf War. Thanks in also being one of the most charitable organi- commend the Erie Canal Harbor Development large part to the spirit of bipartisanship that zations in Sacramento. Corporation (ECHDC) on its many accomplish- Tom Foley embodied, the nation remained Beyond being a stellar businessman and ments including being recognized by the Am- unified throughout the Persian Gulf War. committed father, Mr. Teichert was a civic herst Chamber of Commerce at its 2013 Busi- Following Speaker Foley’s service in the minded individual. He belonged to many social ness of the Year Awards Ceremony. The Erie House of Representatives he served with dis- organizations, including the Sacramento Ro- Canal Harbor Development Corporation is tinction as U.S. ambassador to Japan during tary Club for over fifty years, the Sutter Club being honored with the Stewardship Award at the second Clinton Administration. In recogni- and he was an active member of Sac- the Chamber’s event on October 28, 2013. tion of his exceptional service to our country, ramento’s Trinity Cathedral. He was a found- In 2005, as part of the NYPA settlement in 2001 the federal courthouse in Spokane, ing board member of the Sacramento Region agreement, we called for a dedicated revenue Washington was renamed the Thomas S. Community Foundation. In 1968, Mr. Teichert stream to fund waterfront development in the Foley United States Courthouse. helped establish the Sacramento Chapter of city of Buffalo. But perhaps more importantly, Today, one of the things cited most as the National Urban League with the goal of we called for a locally controlled, waterfront being what is wrong with Congress is the envi- improving job and education opportunities for development corporation, whose express pur- ronment of hyper partisanship which is threat- Sacramento’s African American community. pose was to enhance public access to Buf- ening the ability of the House to fulfill its func- Mr. Speaker, I ask that my colleagues join falo’s Inner and Outer Harbor waterfront tion. me today in paying honor to Henry Teichert areas. The Corporation’s primary objective

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They make both Texas and our nation 2007 the Erie Canal Harbor Development Cor- cally underserved community. The Health strong. Erika and I, who will celebrate a half poration was created. Since that time, ECHDC Center has worked over the last several years century of marriage in a few years, congratu- has taken an aggressive approach to water- to improve health outcomes and lowers costs late Willie and Elda on 75 years together and front development and is credited with remark- by inspiring individuals to change their life- wish them the best in the years to come. able projects along Buffalo’s Inner and Outer styles. The Health Center’s ‘‘Star Program’’ in- Harbors that are reinvigorating our city and corporates healthy lifestyle strategies and affir- f residents and visitors alike. mations into every primary care visit to im- HONORING THE 20TH ANNIVER- ECHDC is responsible for the work on the prove patients’ health and well-being. SARY OF THE BLACK MEN OF Erie Canal Redevelopment Project, which revi- This no-cost program has helped approxi- LABOR talized 12.5 acres of idle waterfront space into mately 900 patients collectively lose more than a highly trafficked downtown destination now 11,000 pounds. By helping patients make life- known as Canalside. This site incorporates style changes, the team at Richmond Area HON. CEDRIC L. RICHMOND historic elements of the original Erie Canal Healthcare Center has been able to reduce OF LOUISIANA and celebrates Buffalo’s role as the western the number of medications it prescribes and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES end of the canal. diagnostic tests it orders. The Health Center’s Monday, October 28, 2013 model of lowering costs and empowering pa- The Corporation has successfully managed Mr. RICHMOND. Mr. Speaker, I rise today tients is now serving as a model for several development of 23 acres at the Inner Harbor to honor the Black Men of Labor as they cele- similar programs throughout the state of for public, commercial and mixed uses. brate 20 years of service in preserving art and Maine. ECHDC oversaw demolition of the Buffalo Me- culture in the city of New Orleans. On October 18, 2013, the Richmond Area morial Auditorium, ongoing construction of his- The Black Men of Labor was established in Health Center celebrated three years of ex- torically aligned canals to be used as unique 1993 by musicians Fred J. Johnson Jr., Benny ceptional healthcare by hosting a reception water features and public ice staking destina- Jones Sr., and Gregory Stafford. For the past with patients and members of the greater tions, and improvements to the public land- twenty years, they have honored the contribu- community. I am delighted to recognize the scape including a vibrant central wharf at tions of African American men in the work accomplishments of this dedicated team of Canalside that accommodates large concerts, place while promoting and preserving tradi- healthcare workers and look forward to their public markets, and hundreds of other popular tional jazz music. events throughout the year. continued success in the years to come. Mr. Speaker, please join me in congratu- Rooted in the historic neighborhood of As a result of the groundwork laid by Treme, America’s oldest African American ECHDC, work is now underway on lating the Richmond Area Health Center on three years of exceptional patient care. community, these men celebrate their West HARBORcenter, an over $170 million private African heritage with yearly parades through- f sector investment on the Webster block that out the streets of New Orleans. builds off of the success of Canalside. HONORING WILLIE HESELMEYER I want to commend the Black Men of Labor Thanks to the hard work of the ECHDC, we AND ELDA ZEPLIN for their commitment to preserving the living, now have increased business and recreational breathing birthright of the city of New Orleans, activity on the Inner and Outer Harbors includ- jazz music. Through our triumphs and trage- ing 1,000 feet of boat dock installments at HON. JOHN R. CARTER OF TEXAS dies, it is our rich legacy in the arts that keeps Canalside, two new restaurants, the develop- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES us grounded as a community. Organizations ment of Wilkeson Pointe, a 20 acre parcel of Monday, October 28, 2013 like the Black Men of Labor are at the core of parkland on the Outer Harbor among many this commitment. other public access improvements and amen- Mr. CARTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to On Sunday, October 20th, the streets once ities. Given ECHDC’s record of accomplish- celebrate the lasting love and commitment of again came alive to the sound of music as the ment in the waterfront development business, two great Texans. Black Men of Labor celebrated their 20th anni- the Corporation was recently entrusted with On November 2, 1938 millions of Americans versary. I want to join the New Orleans com- devising a plan for the future use of approxi- recalled the thrilling race the day before be- munity in celebrating their contributions. mately 130 acres of Outer Harbor lands. tween thoroughbreds Seabiscuit and War Ad- In 1987, the United States Congress des- Mr. Speaker, the Erie Canal Harbor Devel- miral. Others were still recovering from Orson ignated jazz as a rare and valuable national opment Corporation has worked tirelessly in Welles’ legendary War of the Worlds radio treasure to which we should devote our atten- their mission to revitalize the City of Buffalo’s broadcast from the previous weekend. tion, support, and resources to make sure it is Willie Heselmeyer and Elda Zeplin of Taylor, Inner and Outer Harbor areas and restore preserved, understood and promulgated. TX had bigger things on their minds. They economic growth to Western New York. The Today, I echo that sentiment and applaud were joining hands at the Prince of Peace Lu- region has benefited from the leadership and these men for their dedication to empowering theran Church (founded by Elda’s family in innovative vision of the Corporation, its staff their communities through music and the arts. and Board of Directors. I ask that my col- 1894) to become husband and wife. leagues join me in recognizing the Erie Canal 75 years later, they still walk together hand f Harbor Development Corporation for their in hand. Willie, with Elda constantly by his OUR UNCONSCIONABLE NATIONAL dedication to Western New York and con- side, worked the land as a cotton, corn, and DEBT gratulate them in receiving the Stewardship milo farmer. They brought two sons into the Award from the Amherst Chamber of Com- world and were united through feast and fam- merce. ine. Together they witnessed their nation’s HON. MIKE COFFMAN f brave soldiers defend freedom on foreign OF COLORADO shores, watched a humble midwesterner take IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES HONORING THE 3RD ANNIVERSARY mankind’s first steps on another world, and Monday, October 28, 2013 OF RICHMOND AREA HEALTH marveled at technological advances beyond CENTER’S STAR PROGRAM any of their dreams. Mr. COFFMAN. Mr. Speaker, on January What began in 1938 continues strong into a 20, 2009, the day President Obama took of- HON. MICHAEL H. MICHAUD new millennium. Willie and Elda still live inde- fice, the national debt was OF MAINE pendently in their home on their farm east of $10,626,877,048,913.08. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Taylor. They play dominoes with friends nearly Today, it is $17,087,891,889,205.15. We’ve every day. Family and faith remain at the cen- added $6,461,014,840,292.07 to our debt in 4 Monday, October 28, 2013 ter of their happy life together. years. This is $5 trillion in debt our nation, our Mr. MICHAUD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Willie and Elda will gather this November economy, and our children could have avoided recognize the Richmond Area Health Center with friends and family at the Fellowship Hall with a balanced budget amendment.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:15 Oct 29, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00007 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K28OC8.006 E28OCPT1 pwalker on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1582 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 28, 2013 RECOGNIZING PEOPLE INC. AS RE- continued devoting herself to volunteer work replied: ‘‘Mama always said that if it can’t rain CIPIENT OF THE 2013 THE with the Arc of the Glades, American Cancer on you, you’re indoors.’’ HEALTH AND HEALTH SERVICES Society and Visiting Nurse Association. In ad- Oail Andrew Phillips was born on Sep- AWARD dition, she is also the longtime president of the tember 29, 1923, in Orange, Texas, the son of General Federation of Women’s Club of Belle a truck driver, also named Oail, which is pro- HON. BRIAN HIGGINS Glade. nounced ‘‘Awl.’’ He got his nickname when his OF NEW YORK Over the course of her life, she has earned younger sister, Edrina, tried to say ‘‘brother,’’ only to have it come out as ‘‘bumble’’ and later IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the love and respect of her fellow residents of Belle Glade and people throughout the Glades ‘‘bum.’’ In recounting the story, Bum remarked, Monday, October 28, 2013 area. She is a remarkable individual who con- ‘‘I don’t mind being called Bum, just as long as Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to tinues to devote her time and energy to nu- you don’t put a ‘you’ in front of it.’’ recognize People Inc. in being awarded the merous important agencies and projects. Al- Bum Phillips played football at Lamar Col- 2013 Health and Health Services Award from ways an advocate for the Glades, she rep- lege in Beaumont, Texas but left to serve in the Amherst Chamber of Commerce. resents their best interest on numerous county the Marines during World War II. Upon his re- People Inc. began in 1970 to ensure that boards and committees. For all of these rea- turn he played for Stephen F. Austin State people with disabilities or special needs have sons, I am very proud to recognize Sandra as College in Nacogdoches, Texas, graduating in an available support so they can succeed. a Hastings’ Hero, and to be her representative 1949. He then embarked upon a career The organization provides services to peo- in Congress. coaching high school football in Texas. In ple of all ages, from children and adults with Mr. Speaker, I am most grateful to Sandra 1958, he was hired as an assistant coach by disabilities to senior citizens. These services for her continued service to the Glades com- Texas A&M head coach Paul ‘‘Bear’’ Bryant, include residential, employment/vocational, munity. She has selflessly helped so many who would go on to become the legendary community outreach, health care and recre- people, and I am honored to recognize her for coach of the Alabama Crimson Tide. In 1962, ation programs. Their comprehensive services her service. Bum Phillips was the head coach of Texas are well-known throughout Western New York. f Western University (now the University of Over the years, People Inc. has grown to Texas at El Paso). expand their services. They have increased TRIBUTE TO OAIL ANDREW ‘‘BUM’’ Three years later in 1965, Bum Phillips their populations served, spectrum of services, PHILLIPS, TEXAS ICON, HOME- made the jump to professional football when geographic locations and number of sites. SPUN PHILOSOPHER, AND LEG- he was named defensive coordinator for the Since 2010, People Inc. has been recog- ENDARY COACH OF THE HOUS- Houston Oilers of the American Football nized as one of New York State’s certified TON OILERS League. In 1967 he was hired by San Diego Compass Agencies. Compass stands for Con- Chargers head coach Sid Gillman to be his sumerism, Outcome, Management Plan and HON. SHEILA JACKSON LEE defensive assistant and in 1974 followed Agency Self Survey, and conveys People OF TEXAS Gillman back to the Houston Oilers as the Inc.’s effective model of person centered plan- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES team’s defensive coordinator, replacing him as head coach the following year. ning, managed outcomes, and advocacy in- Monday, October 28, 2013 volvement by individuals and their families to Bum Phillips’ Oilers teams were known for accomplish their mission. Ms. JACKSON LEE. Mr. Speaker, I rise to their physical style of play and outstanding de- Those involved with People Inc. strive to- inform the House of the sad news that Amer- fense anchored by Robert Brazile and future ward a future where all persons whose needs ica has lost one of the most beloved, success- Hall of Famers Elvin Bethea and Curley Culp. limit their integration into the community reach ful, and colorful coaches in the history of the Bum was a ‘‘players coach’’; his players loved their highest potential as responsible members National Football League. Oail Andrew ‘‘Bum’’ him because he kept them fresh by shunning of society. These individuals deserve to be- Phillips passed away last Friday, October 18, overly long practices and encouraged camara- come contributing and active members in their 2013, at his ranch home in Goliad, Texas. He derie. communities, enjoy the greatest possible de- was 90 years old. The unquestioned leader and star of the gree of independence, and acceptance in all The Houston Oilers was not a very good team was running back Earl Campbell, the aspects of their lives. team when Bum Phillips was named head 1977 Heisman Trophy winner from the Univer- Mr. Speaker, thank you for allowing me to coach and general manager in 1975. In fact, sity of Texas and the first player selected in honor People Inc. for being awarded the they were one of the worst teams in the the 1978 NFL draft. The ‘‘Tyler Rose,’’ who Health and Health Services award and com- league. But within the space of three short still holds every major Oilers rushing record mend them for their great work on behalf of all years, Bum turned the Oilers into a power- and is one of the greatest running backs in Western New Yorkers. house and transformed the downtrodden fran- NFL history, also would go on to be enshrined f chise into one of the most popular and enter- in the NFL Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio. taining teams in the NFL. About Earl Campbell, who ushered in the HONORING SANDRA GOVE Along the way, Bum Phillips’ mastery of the ‘‘Luv Ya Blue!’ era and dazzled a Monday CHAMBLEE FOR HER SERVICE one-liner endeared himself to his fans and the Night Football national television audience TO IMPROVE THE QUALITY OF media. He once quipped in response to a with a breathtaking display of speed and LIFE IN HER COMMUNITY question about the Dallas Cowboys, ‘‘that power in rushing for 221 yards and leading the other team up North’’: ‘‘The Dallas Cowboys Oilers to a wild 35–30 victory over the Miami HON. ALCEE L. HASTINGS may be America’s team but the Houston Oil- Dolphins, Bum Phillips once said: ‘‘That young OF FLORIDA ers are Texas’s team!’’ On another occasion, man is the difference between losing your job IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES when he was asked to describe the great Earl and winning the national championship.’’ Campbell, his star running back, he said: ‘‘He After 5 years as head coach of the Oilers, Monday, October 28, 2013 may not be in a class all by himself, but it Bum Phillips was offered and accepted the Mr. HASTINGS of Florida. Mr. Speaker, it don’t take long to call the roll.’’ head coaching job of the New Orleans Saints, gives me great pride to rise today to recognize As coach of the Houston Oilers, Bum Phil- whom he almost led to the playoffs for the first Ms. Sandra Gove, a resident of Belle Glade, lips was the winningest coach in franchise his- time in the history of that franchise. In 1985 he Florida. Sandra recently received the Athena tory (59–38 record), leading the team to the resigned as coach of the Saints but remained Award from the Chamber of Commerce of the American Football Conference Championship connected to the game by working as a TV Palm Beaches. This distinguished award hon- game in 1978 and 1979 but losing each time and radio analyst for the Oilers. Asked what ors individuals for professional accomplish- to the eventual Super Bowl champion Pitts- he planned to do in his retirement, Bum said, ment and service to improve the quality of life burgh Steelers. ‘‘Nothing. And I don’t start before noon!’’ for others in the community. It warms my heart Who can ever forget the sight of Bum Phil- In addition to his wife Debbie, Bum Phillips to learn that Sandra was the individual to re- lips patrolling the sidelines with his trademark is survived by his son, Wade, a former head ceive it this year. buzz cut, decked out in work shirt, blue jeans, coach of the Dallas Cowboys, the Denver For the last 14 years, she has served as cowboy boots, and white Stetson, which he Broncos and the Buffalo Bills, and five daugh- Executive Director of the Glades Health Initia- wore except when the Oilers played in the As- ters from a previous marriage, Susan, Cicely, tive, an agency that provides HIV prevention trodome? Asked to explain why he did not Dee Jean, Andrea and KimAnn; many grand- services. Since her retirement, Sandra has wear his cowboy hat in the Astrodome, Bum children and great-grandchildren.

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:15 Oct 29, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00008 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\K28OC8.007 E28OCPT1 pwalker on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS October 28, 2013 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E1583 Mr. Speaker, more than three decades have IN SUPPORT OF UKRAINE’S Holy Rosary Church in Hazleton, Pennsyl- passed since Bum Phillips strolled the side- EUROPEAN ASPIRATIONS vania. lines of the Astrodome as the head coach of Monica Barletta has been a member of the the Oilers and the beloved leader of ‘‘Luv Ya HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING Holy Rosary Church for over 70 years, joining Blue!’’ Nation, but he will always be remem- OF MASSACHUSETTS in 1943 to receive her First Communion. She bered as the man who put the Oilers on the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and her late husband Fred Barletta Sr. have map and embodied the spirit and civic pride of Monday, October 28, 2013 been instrumental in every major project un- Houston, the greatest city in the greatest dertaken by Holy Rosary Parish. Mrs. Barletta country in the only world we know. Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, as Ranking has been a member and officer of the Chris- Mr. Speaker, I ask for a moment of silence Member of the Committee on Foreign Affairs tian Woman’s Society for over 50 years, and in memory of Oail Andrew ‘‘Bum’’ Phillips. Subcommittee on Europe, Eurasia, and has served as a lector for nearly 25 years. Ad- Luv Ya Blue! Emerging Threats, I rise along with the co- ditionally, she was an active member of the chairs of the Congressional Ukrainian Caucus, f committee which initiated the annual Holy Ro- Representatives KAPTUR, LEVIN, and GERLACH, sary Bazaar in 1978 and she held the position RECOGNIZING THE VILLAGE OF to voice my support for Ukraine’s European of Bazaar chairperson. She was one of the WILLIAMSVILLE’S PICTURE aspirations. founders of the church’s annual Mother’s Day MAIN STREET PROJECT As long-time advocates for the democratiza- Carnation Sales that support the Pennsylva- tion and economic liberalization of Ukraine, we nians for Human Life organization, an effort HON. BRIAN HIGGINS welcome the progress that has been made to which has raised tens of thousands of dollars date and encourage Ukraine’s continued ef- OF NEW YORK for the local pro-life movement over the past forts in the coming weeks to realize the final IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 30 years. She is also currently a member of steps necessary to enter into an Association Monday, October 28, 2013 the Holy Rosary Parish Council. Agreement with the European Union (EU) at Mr. Speaker, for her dedicated work at the Mr. HIGGINS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to the Eastern Partnership Summit in Vilnius this Holy Rosary Church in Hazleton, Pennsyl- commend the Village of Williamsville: Picture November. vania, I commend Monica Barletta. Main Street Project as the Amherst Chamber By strengthening Ukraine’s bilateral relation- f of Commerce’s choice for the Revitalization ship with the EU, we are confident that Award for their 2013 Business of the Year through greater economic integration and polit- RECOGNIZING COL. PAULETTE Awards for their efforts to transform the main ical cooperation, Ukraine will be able to SCHANK commercial strip of the Village of Williamsville achieve a stronger relationship with current into a more vibrant and vital urban village EU Member States, as well as transatlantic partners, such as the United States, through a HON. MICHAEL G. FITZPATRICK core. OF PENNSYLVANIA Through the process of placemaking, the vil- shared respect for democratic principles, rule IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lage of Williamsville initiated a citizen-driven of law, good governance, human rights, and effort to create a vision for what Main Street essential freedoms. As such, we believe that Monday, October 28, 2013 should be and to create a plan to make that the signing of an Association Agreement be- Mr. FITZPATRICK. Mr. Speaker, I rise today vision a reality. More than 36,000 vehicles tween Ukraine and the EU will continue to in recognition of a career dedicated to service travel down Main Street each day, and resi- serve as a catalyst for democratic and human to our country. After more than two decades of dents and businesses identified the lack of a rights reforms, enhanced economic develop- service, Colonel Paulette Schank will be retir- pedestrian environment as a detriment to both ment, and improved welfare for all Ukrainians. ing from her command, but her service and commerce and the viability of the future of the Over the last year, we have observed with commitment to others will not soon be forgot- village. interest Ukraine’s efforts to meet the EU’s ten. Colonel Schank, a Bucks County resident, The Community Plan was devised in 2005 conditions for this agreement, and as the is the Commander of the 514th AMDS, Aero- which identified a solution to the traffic prob- Eastern Partnership Summit in Vilnius draws space Medicine Squadron based out of Joint lems on Main Street. Picture Main Street di- near, we wish to encourage all parties to con- Base McGuire-Dix-Lakehurst, New Jersey. Her rectly addressed those issues by seeking to tinue to cooperate and work swiftly to com- detachment provides medical support for over make the state road more equitable for both plete all remaining reforms, in law and in prac- 2,600 Airmen, ensuring their medical readi- drivers and pedestrians. The plan called for tice. ness to meet mission requirements both state- Recognizing that key progress has been numerous improvements to make the shop- side and abroad. made in certain areas, including the enact- ping district more accessible to pedestrians As both a civilian nurse-anesthetist at Saint ment of a new criminal procedure code, we which include $7,000,000 streetscape en- Mary Medical Center in Langhorne and an Air support further tangible action by Ukraine to hancements, aggressive tree planting, bulb- Force reserve officer, Colonel Schank has address critical issues and incorporate the re- outs, a mid-block signal for pedestrians, light- dedicated her life to caring for others—be it in forms necessary to improve its electoral sys- ing, gateways, pocket parks, and even a Bucks County or around the world. During her tem, governing institutions, and its system of smartphone application or valet parking in the tenure with the Air Force she has provided justice. In particular, we believe that a crucial village. Changes could also result in the cre- medical assistance in times of war and in hu- step towards such reform would be the pardon ation a ‘‘village-square’’ or second shopping manitarian efforts—from Iraq to Haiti, Mozam- and release of former Prime Minister Yulia district around the Historic Williamsville Water bique to Peru. Mill. Tymoshenko under mutually acceptable terms. Colonel Schank is a vital part of my Vet- The signing of an Association Agreement Although pending approval by the state, the erans Advisory Board and a trusted consultant with the EU marks a significant opportunity for changes are set to go into effect next spring. when it comes to pursuing legislation that ben- Ukraine to fulfill its commitments to democracy Within the waiting period, thousands of resi- efits my district’s veterans and military mem- and human rights and is in the strategic inter- dents took part in ‘‘taking back Main Street,’’ bers. ests of Ukraine, the EU, and the United an old-fashioned block party that closed the On behalf of a grateful community, a grate- States. We offer our support and encourage- thoroughfare to traffic and invited residents out ful nation, and a grateful world I thank Colonel ment to Ukraine in the coming weeks as it onto the street. Paulette Schank for her service and wish her takes the final steps towards a stronger and Mr. Speaker, thank you for allowing me the the best in her retirement. enhanced relationship with the EU. opportunity to recognize the Village of f Williamsville: Picture Main Street Project’s ef- f fort to revitalize the Village of Williamsville. MONICA BARLETTA PERSONAL EXPLANATION Their innovation and determination are not only admirable and deserving of such praise, HON. LOU BARLETTA HON. STEPHEN LEE FINCHER but an incredible asset to the future success OF PENNSYLVANIA OF TENNESSEE of Western New York. I congratulate the Vil- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES lage of Williamsville: Picture Main Street Project as the recipient of the Revitalization Monday, October 28, 2013 Monday, October 28, 2013 Award for the Amherst Chamber of Com- Mr. BARLETTA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor Mr. FINCHER. Mr. Speaker, on October 23, merce’s 2013 Business of the Year Awards. Monica Barletta, longtime parishioner of the 2013, I was unavoidably absent and missed

VerDate Mar 15 2010 05:15 Oct 29, 2013 Jkt 039060 PO 00000 Frm 00009 Fmt 0626 Sfmt 9920 E:\CR\FM\A28OC8.019 E28OCPT1 pwalker on DSK7TPTVN1PROD with REMARKS E1584 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks October 28, 2013 the following rollcall votes: No. 556, the DeFa- While Col. Tarchick currently serves as the revolution sparked a chain reaction throughout zio Amendment No. 2; No. 557, the Flores Commander of the 94th Airlift Wing at Dobbins Central Europe, culminating in Czecho- Amendment No. 3; No. 558, the Hastings Air Reserve Base, he has worked in many slovakia’s Velvet Revolution and the fall of the Amendment No. 6; No. 559, the Richmond other capacities. After enlisting in the Air Berlin Wall in November 1989. Amendment No. 16; and No. 560 on final pas- Force Reserve in 1978, he became an X–Ray Mr. Speaker, the people of the United sage of the Water Resources Reform and De- Technician, and would later serve as a States and Europe owe Tadeusz Mazowiecki velopment Act. Had I voted, I would have Loadmaster with the 910th Tactical Airlift an immeasurable debt of gratitude. The world voted ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall vote No. 556, ‘‘aye’’ on Group in Ohio. After graduating from Officer today is safer and more free because of him rollcall vote No. 557, ‘‘nay’’ on rollcall vote No. Training School in 1984, he served in many and Polish patriots like him. His memory 558, ‘‘aye’’ on rollcall vote No. 559, and ‘‘aye’’ units as Squadron Training Officer, Wing serves as an inspiration to those who fight— on rollcall vote No. 560. Plans Officer, Tactics Instructor, Flight Exam- often against all odds—for rule of law and f iner, Chief Navigator, 4th Air Force Operations human dignity in their own countries, and as Staff Officer, Director of Operations, and Oper- a reminder to all that the blessings of liberty IN HONOR OF UNITED STATES ations Group Commander. and democracy should not be taken for grant- ARMY COMMAND SERGEANT Throughout his career, Col. Tarchick was al- ed. MAJOR DONALD R. WINGROVE ways ready to meet the call of duty. During f hurricanes Katrina and Rita, he led the first Air HON. RICHARD HUDSON Force rescue efforts that saved more than YVONNE ‘‘BONNIE’’ GONZALEZ OF NORTH CAROLINA 1,000 people. And at his current position, he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES has successfully converted the 94th Airlift HON. HENRY CUELLAR Monday, October 28, 2013 Wing from a training wing to a combat-coded OF TEXAS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. HUDSON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to tactical wing. Under his leadership, the 94th honor the life of United States Army Com- Airlift Wing hasn’t suffered a single casualty. Monday, October 28, 2013 For his exceptional service, Col. Tarchick has mand Sergeant Major (CSM) Donald R. Mr. CUELLAR. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Wingrove and commemorate his valiant serv- earned the Legion of Merit, the Aerial Achieve- ment Medal, the Meritorious Service Medal recognize the retiring CEO of Workforce Solu- ice to our great nation. tion Yvonne ‘‘Bonnie’’ Gonzalez. She has CSM Wingrove was born on November 12, with three oak leaf clusters, and the Air Force Commendation Medal with oak leaf cluster, been CEO of Workforce Solution since 2003 1936, and enlisted in the United States Army and is ending her tenure after ten years. Her two short months after turning eighteen. After and many other awards. Col. Tarchick will surely be missed. He has tireless efforts have improved the community basic training, CSM Wingrove quickly rose up and served to better the development and the ranks, training and serving from Fort played an invaluable role in the U.S. Air Force for decades, and his effective leadership has progress for south Texas. Bragg, North Carolina to Thailand. In Novem- ‘‘Bonnie’’ Gonzalez was born in Rio Grande ber of 1970, CSM Wingrove heroically put left a positive example of leadership that will be passed to all of those who served under City, Texas. Gonzalez earned a Bachelor’s of himself in harm’s way and displayed immense Science in Nursing from The University of dedication to this nation in a clandestine mis- him. Mr. Speaker, on behalf of Georgia’s 11th Texas at Austin in 1981, and was recruited by sion to rescue American prisoners of war in Harvard University to attend the John F. Ken- North Vietnam. Congressional District, I would like to extend my deepest thanks to Col. Tarchick for devot- nedy School of Government where she earned CSM Wingrove was awarded the Silver Star a Master of Public Administration in 1993. Medal, the third highest military decoration for ing his life to the upholding of our Constitution and to the protection of our American way of Prior to becoming the CEO for Workforce So- valor, for his extraordinary heroism and devo- lutions, she served as founding President/CEO tion to duty in the face of enemy forces. life. I wish him a happy—and well-deserved retirement. of the RGV Empowerment Zone Corporation I applaud CSM Wingrove’s bravery and from 1995–2003. Under her direction, the Em- f service, and I thank him for his heroic and powerment Zone took a $40 million dollar fed- selfless actions. We are fortunate to have IN MEMORY OF TADEUSZ eral investment and leveraged an additional brave men and women like CSM Wingrove MAZOWIECKI $416 million in local, state, national, and pri- who stand committed to defending our great vate sector investment into Empowerment nation at home and abroad. His dedication Zone communities. From establishing the and sacrifice represent the best our nation has HON. WILLIAM R. KEATING OF MASSACHUSETTS Teenage Parent Alternative Program, a state to offer. recognized program for McAllen I.S.D. in Mr. Speaker, CSM Wingrove was one of the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES 1988; to being a founding member of South greatest American soldiers and patriots, but he Monday, October 28, 2013 Texas Community College, now South Texas was also a loving father and husband, and a Mr. KEATING. Mr. Speaker, I rise to honor College; to testifying before state and federal faithful friend to many. North Carolina is no Tadeusz Mazowiecki, who passed away today officials on development, community and eco- stranger to heroes like CSM Wingrove. Our at the age of 86. nomic development, and education, Ms. Gon- state boasts some of the finest warfighters the Tadeusz Mazowiecki played a pivotal role in zalez continues to be an advocate for the Val- nation has ever seen. We are forever indebted the Round Table talks that paved the way for ley. to him and other American soldiers who dedi- Poland’s peaceful democratic transition. He As CEO, Gonzalez plays an integral role in cate their lives to defend our freedom, secure was an architect of the agreement that led to leading change and leveraging strategic part- our homeland, and protect our democracy. Poland’s first partially free elections in June nerships within the workforce development in- f 1989 and went on to serve as Poland’s first dustry and in the Rio Grande Valley. Gonzalez HONORING COLONEL TIMOTHY E. post-communist prime minister. is a devoted public servant and community TARCHICK, USAF Throughout his life, Mazowiecki was a cou- leader. Gonzalez challenges the organization rageous advocate for workers’ rights and to be innovative, efficient and effective in the HON. PHIL GINGREY human dignity. He was the leader of a small programmatic and fiscal oversight of workforce group of Polish intellectuals who traveled to development services for Hidalgo, Starr, and OF GEORGIA Gdansk in 1980 to show their solidarity with Willacy counties in South Texas. She, together IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES striking shipyard workers. He was one of the with the Board of Directors, strives to ensure Monday, October 28, 2013 first to be arrested when communist authori- that public dollars go directly to the develop- Mr. GINGREY of Georgia. Mr. Speaker, I ties declared martial law in December 1981 ment of the local workforce, in training, job rise today to honor Colonel Timothy E. and one of the last to be released a year later. seeker, and business services. Workforce So- Tarchick and to recognize his lifetime of serv- Throughout the 1980s, Mazowiecki served as lutions was recently recognized as one of the ice to our country in the United States Air an advisor to Lech Walesa and played a lead- highest performing workforce boards in Texas Force. ing role in Solidarity movement. As prime min- and one of only 26 national grantees for the On October 31, Col. Tarchick will retire from ister, Mazowiecki sped political reforms, en- 2012 Workforce Innovation Fund. the United States Air Force after more than 35 acted civil and political rights, and laid the Mr. Speaker, I am honored to recognize Ms. years of dedication and sacrifice for our great groundwork for Poland’s successful transition Yvonne ‘‘Bonnie’’ Gonzalez, retiring CEO of nation. to a free market economy. Poland’s peaceful Workforce Solution. Her years of dedication

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There is a haps we have become so accustomed to our POLISH GENERAL KAZIMIERZ Pulaski Monument erected in his honor, on way of life that we forget how radical these Monterrey Square in Savannah, Georgia. PULASKI thoughts were at the time. Let us remember In 1791, twelve years after his death, his what a price was paid for their emergence homeland in Poland adopted a new constitu- HON. MARCY KAPTUR globally. tion modeled on that of the U.S. Constitu- Pulaski’s life reminds us of that early tion, which just had been adopted in 1789. OF OHIO struggle of our founders to build a new The Polish Constitution too was a revolu- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES America, casting off the remnants of old em- tionary document as Poland became the first Monday, October 28, 2013 pires. Pulaski volunteered his services in the nation in Europe to outlaw serfdom. Indeed, Revolutionary War of the United States. her constitution was so threatening to Eu- Ms. KAPTUR. Mr. Speaker, during this America’s founders were about building a rope’s empires, Poland was wiped off the map month of October, the American people honor brand new nation girded by Enlightenment of Europe for 126 years emerging as a nation the life of Polish General Casimir (Kazimierz) ideals. That struggle did not happen over- after World War I and the Peace Treaty of Pulaski whose love of liberty, bravery and mili- night. In fact we should recall that almost 4 Versailles due significantly to the friendship tary prowess in founding the American cavalry decades after Pulaski first volunteered, the between U.S. President Woodrow Wilson and new America was still fighting for its future. Polish pianist Ignacy Paderewski. played a pivotal role in winning our American The ballad ‘‘Battle of New Orleans’’ recounts Revolution. Let his timeless story inspire gen- Many national recognitions of Pulaski’s America’s fight to finally drive the British contributions to America’s victory in our erations to come. May the eagles that soar from its territory. You might recall the Revolution have been accomplished. On Oc- over both our lands—as symbols of liberty— words from the last great land Battle in the tober 29, 1779, the U.S. Congress passed a res- strengthen our partnership in freedom’s cause. War of 1812 . . .‘‘in 1814, we took a little trip, olution that a monument be dedicated to Onward. along with Colonel Jackson down the mighty him. The first memorial was built in 1854 and Mississip. We took a little bacon and we took COMMEMORATING THE LIFE OF POLISH a bust of Pulaski was added to busts of other a little beans, and we caught the bloody GENERAL KAZIMIERZ PULASKI heroes in the U.S. Capitol in 1867. In 1910, British in a town called New Orleans.’’ Of Thank you to all who have gathered here President William Taft of Ohio unveiled a course, this year of 2013, our region of the Congress-sponsored General Casimir Pulaski today to remember and to commemorate the United States is commemorating the 200th contributions of General Casimir Pulaski to statue. In 1929, Congress passed a General anniversary of the Battle of Lake Erie, when Pulaski Memorial Day. There is a federal ob- our nation’s victory in the American Revolu- Commodore Oliver Hazard Perry defeated tion and to passing to us the blessings of lib- servance of General Pulaski Memorial Day the British in Lake Erie, the only time the commemorating Pulaski’s death from erty. As a young child, I first learned his British Navy has ever lost a battle on the wounds suffered at the Siege of Savannah on name as the street on which our grand- high seas. The British monarchy finally was October 9, 1779. After a previous attempt parents lived which was named ‘‘PULASKI’’. driven out of the westernmost reaches of the failed, on Nov. 6, 2009, President Barack Kazimierz Pulaski was born in Warsaw, Po- new America. Obama signed a joint resolution of the U.S. land in 1745, 268 years ago, son of Polish So, imagine, Casimir Pulaski fighting Senate and House conferring on Pulaski an Count Jozef Pulaski and Marianna Zielinska. bravely 33 years earlier before the War of honorary American citizenship, 230 years Within a little more than two decades, he 1812, at the dawn of the American Revolu- after his death, making him the 7th person would come to be known as a freedom fighter tion. To my knowledge, there are no ballads so honored. and ‘‘the father of the American cavalry.’’ written yet about his achievements, though Today, we, here in the heart of Cleveland, Through his family in Poland, Pulaski be- they are legendary and worthy of expression. came involved at a very early age—age 15— Pulaski travelled in 1777 to Philadelphia— again bear witness and respectfully remem- in political and military activity. He accom- America’s first capital—a decade before our ber General Casimir Pulaski. We express our panied his father and other members of the Constitution was drafted and signed. He gratitude in America’s third century for his Polish nobility to publicly oppose the Prus- wrote to Washington: ‘‘I came here, where bravery and vision. And we collectively join sian, Russian, and Austrian empires’ designs freedom is being defended, to serve it, and to together, as eagles fly above both our na- on dominating their Polish homeland. Pu- live or die for it.’’ Washington knew that the tions, to say: Long live his memory, long laski pushed for Polish independence, free of colonies had no trained cavalry, so he met live America, long live Poland and long live outside interference. When he was outlawed with Pulaski and introduced him to Marquis liberty. in his homeland by the Russian empire after de Lafayette and John Hancock. Pulaski f initial uprisings failed, he decided to travel showed off some of his riding abilities, and to Paris, France, in a self imposed exile. In tried to convince Washington of the superi- HONORING THE 85TH ANNIVER- so doing, he came to befriend Benjamin ority of the cavalry over the infantry. And in SARY OF THE PLANNED PAR- Franklin, a father of our country, who also Sept. 1777 Washington persuaded the Conti- ENTHOOD OF MINNESOTA, had travelled to France imbued with the nental Congress to give Pulaski temporary NORTH DAKOTA, AND SOUTH DA- spirit of the French Revolution and its val- command of the Cavalry. On that very same KOTA ues of liberty, equality, fraternity. They day, Pulaski pushed back the Birdshot at the both were seeking alternatives to the em- Battle of Brandywine in which he came to pire-driven political systems of the European the aid of Washington’s forces and dem- HON. BETTY McCOLLUM continent. Franklin was captivated with the onstrated his brilliant military tactics. He OF MINNESOTA ideas of the Enlightenment as he tried to saved Washington’s Army from defeat, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES help lead a fledgling nation, casting off the some have recorded he took a bullet aimed Monday, October 28, 2013 oppression of Great Britain’s monarchy. at George Washington himself. Congress ac- Franklin was impressed by Pulaski and knowledged Pulaski’s leadership and com- Ms. MCCOLLUM. Mr. Speaker, today I rise wrote of him to George Washington: ‘‘Count missioned him as a Brigadier General. He to honor Planned Parenthood of Minnesota, Pulaski of Poland, is an officer famous was placed in command of four light cavalry North Dakota, and South Dakota (PPMNS) on throughout Europe for his bravery and con- regiments. But, Pulaski as a foreigner had the 85th anniversary of its founding. duct in defense of the liberties of his country difficulty with the Continental Congress al- In 1928, Minnesota’s first clinic was estab- against the three great invading powers of lowing him to fight. So he asked Washington Russia, Austria and Prussia . . . he may be to allow him to start his own legion. He even lished, providing women with access to repro- highly useful to our service.’’ offered to pay for them. Congress finally ductive care. Since then, additional clinics in A century before their encounter, new agreed. With 68 horses and 200 foot soldiers, Minnesota, South Dakota, and North Dakota ideas of how people should live, and govern the Pulaski Legion would become the colo- have opened ensuring women, men and their themselves, were brewing and emerging on a nists’ first fully trained cavalry. He spent families have access to affordable, com- European continent fraught with empires the winter of 1777 to 1778 at Valley Forge prehensive care. Each year, more than 60,000 and suppression of individual liberty. These with most of the army. He was then ordered patients access a broad range of health serv- ideas were transformational concepts in to defend Little Egg Harbor in New Jersey ices including preventative screenings, repro- human history. They revolved around how and then Minisink on the Delaware; Wash- people should live and govern themselves. ington then ordered him to proceed South to ductive care, and routine exams. The new concepts emphasized democracy not Charleston, South Carolina. During the Bat- Over the past 85 years, the caring staff, ad- monarchy; equality not subservience nor tle of Savannah, on October 9, 1779, Pulaski vocates, and volunteers have been invaluable serfdom; liberty not repression; freedom of was wounded by cannon as he charged into to the success of PPMNS. Their dedication thought and reason, not dogma nor emotion; battle on horseback. He fell to the ground, ensures that women and their families have

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Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Retirement Income Security Act of f 1974 and the Internal Revenue Code of congratulate the people of Georgia on the 1986 to provide for cooperative and IN RECOGNITION OF THE BRAV- conduct of the October 27 presidential elec- small employer charity pension plans, ERY OF UNITED STATES ARMY tion. International observers, including the Or- H.R. 2747, to amend title 40, United CORPORAL WONG SUEY LEE ganization for Security and Cooperation in Eu- States Code, to transfer certain func- rope, characterized the election as ‘‘positive tions from the Government Account- and transparent,’’ noting that freedom of ex- ability Office to the Department of pression, movement and assembly were re- Labor relating to the processing of HON. RON BARBER claims for the payment of workers who spected, and that candidates were able to OF ARIZONA were not paid appropriate wages under campaign without restriction. certain provisions of such title, and the IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES The election’s successful conduct—and the nominations of Michael Keith Yudin, of pending peaceful transfer of power—dem- the District of Columbia, to be Assist- Monday, October 28, 2013 onstrate the growing maturity of Georgia’s de- ant Secretary for Special Education mocracy. This is an important indication that and Rehabilitative Services, and James Mr. BARBER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Georgia is indeed ready to initial an Associa- Cole, Jr., of New York, to be General honor United States Army Corporal Wong Counsel, both of the Department of tion Agreement with the European Union at Education, and Chai Rachel Feldblum, Suey Lee, a veteran who resides in my district the November 28–29 Eastern Partnership of Southern Arizona. Mr. Speaker, it is with of the District of Columbia, to be a Summit in Vilnius, Lithuania. The Association Member of the Equal Employment Op- great respect and esteem that I request this Agreement, which includes deep and com- portunity Commission, and any pend- body recognize Corporal Lee for his coura- prehensive free trade provisions, will give the ing nominations. geous service and tremendous bravery. Georgian people new tools and new incentives SD–430 Corporal Lee is a veteran of the Korean to strengthen their democratic institutions, fight 10 a.m. corruption, and uphold the rule of law. Committee on Banking, Housing, and War and saw firsthand the brutality of battle. Urban Affairs He was one of more than 1 million heroic Mr. Speaker, I also congratulate Giorgi Subcommittee on Securities, Insurance, Americans who committed to support their na- Margvelashvili on his electoral victory. I call on and Investment tion in a time of war halfway around the world all political parties to work together to advance To hold hearings to examine the ‘‘JOBS to face an unknown enemy in a strange land. Georgia’s interests and the interests of the Act’’ at a year and a half, focusing on Six months into his service with the U.S. Georgian people. assessing progress and unmet opportu- nities. Army, and nearly a year after the communist f SD–538 invasion of South Korea, Corporal Lee faced SENATE COMMITTEE MEETINGS Conferees mortar and small arms fire to rally his platoon Meeting of conferees on S. Con. Res. 8, a and continue the advance of his unit toward Title IV of Senate Resolution 4, concurrent resolution setting forth the the Iron Triangle, a key communications and agreed to by the Senate of February 4, congressional budget for the United transportation hub in the Yonchon-Cheorwon 1977, calls for establishment of a sys- States Government for fiscal year 2014, revising the appropriate budgetary lev- area of the Korean peninsula. tem for a computerized schedule of all meetings and hearings of Senate com- els for fiscal year 2013, and setting Through testimonials by his fellow soldiers, mittees, subcommittees, joint commit- forth the appropriate budgetary levels a stirring picture has been painted of what tees, and committees of conference. for fiscal years 2015 through 2023. transpired on June 3rd, 1951 and of Corporal HC–5 This title requires all such committees 11 a.m. Lee’s fierce determination and grit. As point to notify the Office of the Senate Daily Committee on Finance man for the lead platoon of the lead company Digest—designated by the Rules Com- To hold hearings to examine the Trans- of his assault battalion, Corporal Lee encoun- mittee—of the time, place and purpose atlantic Trade and Investment Part- tered a number of enemy positions, drawing of the meetings, when scheduled and nership. heavy fire and killing an enemy soldier. any cancellations or changes in the SD–215 meetings as they occur. 1 p.m. Having cleared enemy forces from two en- Conferees trenched positions, taking fire from small arms As an additional procedure along Meeting of conferees on H.R. 2642, to pro- and mortar rounds, Corporal Lee gallantly ex- with the computerization of this infor- vide for the reform and continuation of posed himself to that fire and rallied his squad mation, the Office of the Senate Daily agricultural and other programs of the leaders to take on a third enemy position upon Digest will prepare this information for Department of Agriculture through fis- printing in the Extensions of Remarks cal year 2018. a nearby steep hill. Corporal Lee tended to the 1100–LHOB wounded around him, as the platoon took aim section of the CONGRESSIONAL RECORD on Monday and Wednesday of each 2 p.m. and neutralized the enemy on the small hill. week. Committee on Veterans’ Affairs He then scaled that hill, dodging grenades and To hold hearings to examine pending Meetings scheduled for Tuesday, Oc- coming face-to-face with enemy soldiers, kill- health care and benefits legislation. tober 29, 2013 may be found in the Daily ing three at point-blank range. SR–418 Digest of today’s record. Commission on Security and Cooperation From the portrait laid out in the testimony of in Europe his many colleagues, it is clear that Corporal MEETINGS SCHEDULED To receive a briefing on the U.S. Civil Lee was instrumental in keeping together his Rights Movement, focusing on how the OCTOBER 30 platoon and showed immense leadership in movement has impacted Europe and the face of incredible hardship. Indeed, two 9:15 a.m. the continuing work of the United Committee on Health, Education, Labor, States in advancing human rights for days later, Corporal Lee was severely wound- and Pensions minorities in Europe. ed in battle and returned to the United States. Business meeting to consider S. 1562, to RHOB–2255 Everyone in this great nation owes Corporal reauthorize the Older Americans Act of 2:30 p.m. Lee and his family a debt of gratitude for his 1965, S. 1557, to amend the Public Committee on Indian Affairs Health Service Act to reauthorize sup- Business meeting to consider S. 235, to selfless sacrifice. I call on my fellow col- port for graduate medical education provide for the conveyance of certain leagues and all Americans to rise today and programs in children’s hospitals, S. property located in Anchorage, Alaska, thank Corporal Lee for helping to secure free- 1561, to amend the Public Health Serv- from the United States to the Alaska dom for millions of people worldwide. ice Act to improve provisions relating Native Tribal Health Consortium, S.

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Sherman, of Massachu- To hold closed hearings to examine cer- ine S. 1074, to extend Federal recogni- setts, to be Ambassador to the Por- tain intelligence matters. tion to the Chickahominy Indian Tribe, tuguese Republic, Anne W. Patterson, SH–219 the Chickahominy Indian Tribe-Easter of Virginia, to be Assistant Secretary 2:15 p.m. Division, the Upper Mattaponi Tribe, for Near Eastern Affairs, Adam M. Committee on Foreign Relations the Rappahannock Tribe, Inc., the Scheinman, of Virginia, to be Special Monacan Indian Nation, and the To hold hearings to examine the nomina- Representative of the President for Nu- Nansemond Indian Tribe, S. 1132, to tion of Daniel W. Yohannes, of Colo- clear Nonproliferation, with the rank provide for the recognition of the rado, to be Representative of the of Ambassador, Rose Eilene Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina, and S. United States of America to the Orga- Gottemoeller, of Virginia, to be Under 161, to extend the Federal recognition nization for Economic Cooperation and to the Little Shell Tribe of Chippewa Secretary for Arms Control and Inter- Development, with the rank of Ambas- Indians of Montana. national Security, Frank A. Rose, of sador, Department of State. SD–628 Massachusetts, to be Assistant Sec- SD–419 Committee on the Judiciary retary for Verification and Compliance, To hold hearings to examine the nomina- Dwight L. Bush, Sr., of the District of NOVEMBER 6 Columbia, to be Ambassador to the tions of John B. Owens, of California, 10 a.m. Kingdom of Morocco, James Walter to be United States Circuit Judge for Committee on the Judiciary the Ninth Circuit, Matthew Frederick Brewster, Jr., of Illinois, to be Ambas- sador to the Dominican Republic, To hold an oversight hearing to examine Leitman, Judith Ellen Levy, Laurie J. the Bureau of Prisons and cost-effec- Michelson, and Linda Vivienne Parker, Brian A. Nichols, of Rhode Island, to be tive strategies for reducing recidivism. all to be a United States District Judge Ambassador to the Republic of Peru, SD–226 for the Eastern District of Michigan, and Carlos Roberto Moreno, of Cali- and Peter Joseph Kadzik, of New York, fornia, to be Ambassador to Belize, all NOVEMBER 7 to be an Assistant Attorney General, of the Department of State. Department of Justice. SD–419 9:30 a.m. SD–226 Committee on Health, Education, Labor, Committee on Armed Services and Pensions To hold hearings to examine the impact OCTOBER 31 To hold hearings to examine attaining a of sequestration on the national de- 10 a.m. quality degree, focusing on innovations fense; with the possibility of a closed Committee on Banking, Housing, and to improve student success. session in SVC–217, following the open Urban Affairs SD–430 session. To hold hearings to examine housing fi- Committee on Homeland Security and SD–G50 nance reform, focusing on a govern- Governmental Affairs ment guarantee for mortgage-backed To hold hearings to examine government NOVEMBER 20 securities. clearances and background checks, fo- 3:30 p.m. SD–538 cusing on the Navy Yard tragedy. Committee on Energy and Natural Re- Committee on Foreign Relations SD–342 sources Business meeting to consider S. Res. 268, Committee on the Judiciary Subcommittee on Public Lands, Forests, condemning the September 2013 ter- Business meeting to consider S. 42, to and Mining rorist attack at the Westgate Mall in provide anti-retaliation protections for To hold hearings to examine S. 182, to Nairobi, Kenya, and reaffirming United antitrust whistleblowers, S. 822, to pro- provide for the unencumbering of title States support for the people and Gov- tect crime victims’ rights, to eliminate to non-Federal land owned by the city ernment of Kenya, and the nomina- the substantial backlog of DNA sam- of Anchorage, Alaska, for purposes of tions of Gregory B. Starr, of Virginia, ples collected from crime scenes and economic development by conveyance to be Assistant Secretary for Diplo- convicted offenders, to improve and ex- matic Security, Mark Bradley pand the DNA testing capacity of Fed- of the Federal reversion interest to the Childress, of Virginia, to be Ambas- eral, State, and local crime labora- City, S. 483, to designate the Berryessa sador to the United Republic of Tan- tories, to increase research and devel- Snow Mountain National Conservation zania, Thomas Frederick Daughton, of opment of new DNA testing tech- Area in the State of California, S. 771, Arizona, to be Ambassador to the Re- nologies, to develop new training pro- to provide to the Secretary of the Inte- public of Namibia, Matthew T. Har- grams regarding the collection and use rior a mechanism to cancel contracts rington, of Virginia, to be Ambassador of DNA evidence, to provide post con- for the sale of materials CA–20139 and to the Kingdom of Lesotho, Eunice S. viction testing of DNA evidence to ex- CA–22901, S. 776, to establish the Col- Reddick, of the District of Columbia, onerate the innocent, to improve the umbine-Hondo Wilderness in the State to be Ambassador to the Republic of performance of counsel in State capital of New Mexico, to provide for the con- Niger, John Hoover, of Massachusetts, cases, and the nominations of Robert veyance of certain parcels of National to be Ambassador to the Republic of Leon Wilkins, to be United States Cir- Forest System land in the State, S. 841, Sierra Leone, Michael Stephen Hoza, of cuit Judge for the District of Columbia to designate certain Federal land in Washington, to be Ambassador to the Circuit, Brian J. Davis, to be United the San Juan National Forest in the Republic of Cameroon, Tomasz P. States District Judge for the Middle State of Colorado as wilderness, S. 1305, Malinowski, of the District of Colum- to provide for the conveyance of the bia, to be Assistant Secretary for De- District of Florida, Timothy L. Brooks, mocracy, Human Rights, and Labor, to be United States District Judge for Forest Service Lake Hill Administra- Crystal Nix-Hines, of California, for the the Western District of Arkansas, tive Site in Summit County, Colorado, rank of Ambassador during her tenure James Donato, Beth Labson Freeman, S. 1341, to modify the Forest Service of service as the United States Perma- and Vince Girdhari Chhabria, all to be Recreation Residence Program as the nent Representative to the United Na- a United States District Judge for the program applies to units of the Na- tions Educational, Scientific, and Cul- Northern District of California, Pedro tional Forest System derived from the tural Organization, Pamela K. A. Delgado Hernandez, to be United public domain by implementing a sim- Hamamoto, of Hawaii, to be Represent- States District Judge for the District ple, equitable, and predictable proce- ative to the Office of the United Na- of Puerto Rico, Carolyn B. McHugh, of dure for determining cabin user fees, S. tions and Other International Organi- Utah, to be United States Circuit 1414, to provide for the conveyance of zations in Geneva, with the rank of Judge for the Tenth Circuit, Pamela L. certain Federal land in the State of Or- Ambassador, Philip S. Goldberg, of the Reeves, to be United States District egon to the Confederated Tribes of District of Columbia, to be Ambassador Judge for the Eastern District of Ten- Coos, Lower Umpqua, and Siuslaw Indi- to the Republic of the Philippines, Rob- nessee, and James Maxwell Moody, Jr., ans, S. 1415, to provide for the convey- ert O. Blake, Jr., of Maryland, to be to be United States District Judge for ance of certain Federal land in the Ambassador to the Republic of Indo- the Eastern District of Arkansas. State of Oregon to the Cow Creek Band nesia, Karen Clark Stanton, of Michi- SD–226

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