April 16, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E527 EXTENSIONS OF REMARKS

THE INTELLIGENCE COMMUNITY CIA would be confirmed as the premier all- HONORING RETIRING NORTH ACT source analytical agency. DIA continues to be MIAMI POLICE DEPUTY CHIEF the focal point for managing Defense all- LAURENCE R. JURIGA HON. LARRY COMBEST source analysis. OF TEXAS The Clandestine Service, comprising current HON. CARRIE P. MEEK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES CIA and Defense clandestine human collec- OF FLORIDA Monday, April 15, 1996 tors, would be combined into a single entity IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Mr. COMBEST. Mr. Speaker, I have intro- and separated from CIA. Monday, April 15, 1996 duced today the Intelligence Community Act. A new Technical Collection Agency [TCA] Mrs. MEEK of Florida. Mr. Speaker, after This bill represents an important stage in our would manage the technical collection activi- more than 31 years of service with the North committee's major project, IC21: The Intel- ties of signals, imagery and measurement, Miami Police Department, Laurence R. Juriga ligence Community in the 21st Century. and signatures intelligence. retired on April 10, 1996. He began his career The Intelligence Community Act makes A new Technology Development Office in 1964 as a patrol officer and is retiring as comprehensive changes in how we manage [TDO] would manage intelligence community deputy chief of police. intelligence. I would like to outline for my col- research and development. Chief Juriga distinguished himself over three leagues the principles that have led to this leg- decades as an officer of the utmost integrity islation. The current National Intelligence Council and professionalism. His rise from patrol offi- First and foremost, the United States contin- would become the National Intelligence Eval- cer to deputy chief attests to his abilities. He ues to need a strong, highly capable and in- uation Council, with the key responsibility of possesses a wealth of practical and adminis- creasingly flexible intelligence community. Our making sure that intelligence means and ends trative knowledge for which his peers turn to national security concerns are more varied are correlated, and that every effort is made to him when seeking input on wide-ranging top- and in many ways more complex than they provide the best intelligence to policy makers. ics. The entire North Miami police force views were during the cold war. IC21 also comprises a number of non- him with esteem and respect. The United States needs an intelligence legislative proposals that will be found in the Beyond his normal job duties, Chief Juriga community that is more corporate, i.e., one unclassified staff studies, which would be established himself as a vibrant member of that works better together as a more coherent available later this week. enterprise aiming toward a single goal the de- the North Miami community through I want to thank the staff members of the livery of time intelligence to policy makers at unparalled participation in community activi- Permanent Select Committee on Intelligence various levels. ties. He has been instrumental in organiza- A key issue is opportunity, not reform. In the who have devoted much of the last year to tions including the Police Officers Assistance aftermath of our cold war victory we are more this effort. The bill I have introduced today is Trust, the North Miami Foundation for Senior secure than we have been since 1940. This is a testament to their hard work and to their vi- Citizens, and the Dade County Association of a good time to update and modernize intel- sion. Chiefs of Police. He has been active in the ligence. I urge my colleagues to look over this bill Special Olympics and the Easter Seal pro- IC21 is not a budget or staffing exercise. It carefully, and the staff studies as well. The gram. is an effort to ascertain the type of intelligence staff of the intelligence committee is always Chief Juriga also initiated the North Miami community we will need as we enter the next available for questions and consultation. Police Department's Angel Network, a system through which more than 2,800 gifts were col- century. Issues of cost and size should be de- This is a daunting agenda and an important lected and distributed to needy children this bated during the regular legislative budget de- one. Informal discussions among the staff of past Christmas. These behind the scenes ef- liberations. interested congressional committees in the forts are exactly what set Chief Juriga apart Finally, the focus must be on where the in- House and Senate and with the executive indi- from the norm. telligence community needs to be in the next cate agreement on many of the principles I As he moves forward with his wife, Nancy, 10 to 15 years, not a snapshot of where we have outlined. I optimistically look forward to into the next phase of his life, I wish him con- are today. working with my colleagues over the next few tinued happiness. With these principlesÐflexibility, months to pass a bill that will give us the intel- f ``corporateness,'' opportunity, future visionÐin ligence community we will need as we enter mind, the Intelligence Community Act pro- the 21st century. NATIONAL MEDICAL LABORATORY poses several changes. Among them are: WEEK A more clearly defined central role for the f Director of Central Intelligence [DCI] as head of the intelligence community, including ex- PERSONAL EXPLANATION HON. DAVID E. BONIOR panded authority over resources and person- OF MICHIGAN nel. The DCI would also continue to be di- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES rectly responsible for the CIA, clandestine HON. HELEN CHENOWETH Monday, April 15, 1996 services and the community management staff. OF IDAHO Mr. BONIOR. Mr. Speaker, there are more Re-establishing the Committee on Foreign IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES than a quarter million certified laboratory per- Intelligence within the National Security Coun- sonnel, including pathologist, medical tech- cil, to provide regular guidance and feed back Monday, April 15, 1996 nologists, clinical laboratory scientists, and to the DCI. specialists, practicing preventive medicine in Creating a second Deputy DCI. One Deputy Mrs. CHENOWETH. Mr. Speaker, on Tues- more than 12,000 medical laboratories in the DCI would run CIA, the other would run the day, March 12 and Wednesday, March 13 last United States. community management staff, thus giving the week, I was unable to be here due to an ill- These highly trained and dedicated profes- DCI greater back-up and support for this two ness in the family and missed rollcall votes sionals make invaluable contributions to the major responsibilitiesÐthe CIA and the intel- 56±61. quality of health care in the United States. ligence community. Had I been here, I would have voted: ``No'' They save countless lives by providing reliable The Director of the Defense Intelligence on rollcall vote 56, ``Yea'' on rollcall vote 57, test results required for prevention, detection, Agency [DIA] would be designated as the Di- ``Yea'' on rollcall vote 58, ``No'' on rollcall vote diagnosis, and the treatment of illness and dis- rector of Military Intelligence, the senior uni- 59, ``No'' on rollcall vote 60, and ``Yea'' on roll- ease. By carefully performing high quality tests formed military intelligence officer. call vote 61. and providing reliable information, these vital

∑ This ‘‘bullet’’ symbol identifies statements or insertions which are not spoken by a Member of the Senate on the floor. Matter set in this typeface indicates words inserted or appended, rather than spoken, by a Member of the House on the floor. E528 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 16, 1996 health care workers help physicians make di- first exposure to congress came when he was ing today, I hope it is this: that OSHA is agnosis, early, when cures are most likely to assigned as the congressional Liaison office changing the way it does business.'' The succeed. Test results may also help rule out for surface ship programs in the Nary's Office marks of the new OSHA, according to the As- certain conditions thereby avoiding unneces- of Legislative Affairs. Upon conclusion of that sistant Secretary, would be the elimination of sary treatment, saving money, and most im- assignment, Captain Shields took command of inspection and penalty quotas; a less con- portantly, ensuring the proper treatment. U.S.S. O'Bannon. With that successful tour frontation approach to enforcement, including We all must take responsibility for our behind him, Captain Shields was hand picked reductions in penalties for employers who health, but ultimately, our well-being depends to be a legislative assistant to the Chairman promptly correct violations; and commonsense on the cooperation and coordination that ex- and Vice-Chairman, Joint Chiefs of Staff. regulations. ists between the many individuals devoted to Captain Shields has been awarded the De- Whatever the genesis for this recognition of maintaining health. Doctors, nurses, dietitians, fense Distinguished Service Medal, the Meri- the need to change OSHA by the Clinton ad- teachers, parents, and the staff at our Nation's torious Service Medal, four Navy Commenda- ministration, I, and I know many of my col- medical laboratories all play important roles. tion Medals, and the Joint Meritorious Unit leagues as well, have applauded it. The direc- The dedicated professionals who work in Commendation. He is married to the former tion of these changes is the same as we have these laboratories save lives every day. They Jennifer Reith of London, England, and has pushed for in H.R. 1834, the Safety and play a crucial role in the delivery of health two wonderful children, Sarah and Robert. Health Improvement and Regulatory Reform care services in America and I am proud to Bob was one of the principal liaison officers Act. Obviously what the Clinton administration join with the Michigan Society for Clinical Lab- to Congress for both General Powell and Gen- has proposed does not go as far as H.R. oratory Science in recognizing this week, April eral Shalikashvili during momentous times in 1834, and in my view does not go far enough. 14±20, 1996, as National Medical Laboratory our Nation's historyÐthe end of the cold war, But they at least move OSHA in the same di- Week. Operations Provide Promise, Provide Hope, rection. f Provide Comfort, Southern Watch, Deny President Clinton announced that he would Flight, and Restore Democracy, among count- veto H.R. 1834 even before that bill was TRIBUTE TO CAPTAIN ROBERT B. less other military operations and exercises. marked up in subcommittee. It was clear from SHIELDS, U.S. NAVY During the restoration of democracy in Haiti, the circumstances of that veto message that it he accompanied Members of this House on a had much to do with Presidential election poli- HON. FLOYD SPENCE fact-finding delegation to that troubled country. tics and little to do with the legislation itself, OF SOUTH CAROLINA He has served as the Chairman of the Joint but the promise of a veto effectively stopped IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Chiefs of Staff's principal liaison with the realistic prospects for enacting comprehensive Monday, April 15, 1996 House National Security Committee and the OSHA reform this year. House Appropriations Committee. I and many Nonetheless, I believe it is important to so- Mr. SPENCE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to others of this body have often depended on lidify the progress that has been made in ask my colleagues to join me in paying tribute him to be on top of the national security is- changing OSHA in the direction that Repub- to a dedicated U.S. Navy officer, gentleman sues of the day, complete with timely, sound, licans and many of my Democratic colleagues and a friend as he prepares to take command and accurate information and advice. have called for for years, and which President of the U.S.S. Vicksburg, CG±69. Mr. Speaker, it is a great honor and per- Clinton called for 1 year ago. For that reason, Most of you will remember Capt. Robert B. sonal privilege for me to pay tribute to Capt. I am introducing the Small Business OSHA Shields for his tour as a deputy legislative as- Robert B. Shields before the Congress in Relief Act of 1996. sistant to the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of honor of his taking command of U.S.S. Vicks- The Small Business OSHA Relief Act of Staff. Captain Shields served in this challeng- burg on May 3, 1996. It is clear, through a 1996 is comprised of five provisions, each of ing position with honor and distinction until last record of accomplishment, Bob is someone which comes directly from policy pronounce- year, when he returned to the fleet to prepare dedicated to the peace and freedom this Na- ments by the Clinton administration. to take command on one of our finest ships± tion enjoys today. We wish him every success The first provision comes from statements and Aegis Class cruiser. as he assumes his new command and for made by Labor Secretary Reich in support of He has been connected with the Congress what I know will be a bright future. May he al- measuring and balancing the costs and bene- in one position or another for over 5 years of ways have fair winds and following seas. fits of OSHA standards, consistent with the his distinguished 23-year Navy career. Captain f administration's goal for OSHA of more ``com- Shields' accomplishments are an integral part monsense regulations.'' of the continuing saga of the U.S. Navy in its INTRODUCTION OF SMALL The second provision adopts President Clin- third century of service to the Nation as it fully BUSINESS OSHA RELIEF ACT ton's directive of April 21, 1995, granting a realizes the talent and potential of men who waiver of penalties for small businesses which ply the sea in the service of our great Nation. HON. CASS BALLENGER correct violations within a reasonable period of I would like to take a moment to highlight OF NORTH CAROLINA time. As President Clinton said in announcing Bob's career milestones. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that directive, ``We will stop playing `gotcha' A native of Providence, RI, Captain Shields with decent, honest business people who want is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Academy, An- Monday, April 15, 1996 to be good citizens. Compliance, not punish- napolis, MD, class of 1972. Captain Shields Mr. BALLENGER. Mr. Speaker, today I and ment, should be our objective.'' also earned a master's degree in engineering several of my colleagues are introducing the The third provision adopts and follows an acoustics from the Naval Post Graduate Small Business OSHA Relief Act of 1996. OSHA compliance directive issued in Novem- School. His military career began in 1972 with Mr. Speaker, nearly 1 year ago, President ber 1995 regarding citations for paperwork vio- his first assignment to U.S.S. Alwin where he Bill Clinton traveled to a small sheet metal lations. In recent years, a majority of the most was first lieutenant and anti-submarine warfare plant in northwest Washington, DC, and de- commonly cited OSHA standards are paper- officer. His second shipboard tour came when clared that it was time to create a ``new work requirements. OSHA's compliance direc- he commissioned U.S.S. Nicholson and OSHA.'' tive recognizes that these paperwork violations served as her weapons officer. He then I certainly agree with the President on the have often been technical and nitpicking, and served his third shipboard tour as weapons of- need to change OSHA. OSHA, said President don't address real health or safety problems. ficer in U.S.S. Richmond K. Turner. Clinton, needs to change so that its emphasis Including this change in the statute will give Capitalizing on his demonstrated leadership is on ``prevention, not punishment,'' and so employers and employees assurance that this skills, the Navy sent Captain Shields to attend that the agency uses ``common sense and common sense change will be more perma- the Royal Navy Staff College in Greenwich, market incentives to save lives.'' nent than is the case with a compliance direc- England. this was followed by service as exec- Throughout the past year, no doubt largely tive. utive office in U.S.S. Sterett, then homeported in response to initiatives here in Congress to The fourth provision codifies OSHA's State in the Republic of the Philippines. Detaching reform OSHA, the Clinton administration strug- consultation grants program. The consultation from his executive officer tour, Captain Shields gled to convince us and the American public grants program was created by OSHA to as- was assigned to the office of the director, re- that OSHA was being reinvented. Assistant sist small businesses in improving safety and search, development and acquisition and then Secretary Joe Dear, for example, said in con- health in their workplaces. Historically, these completed a year as a Federal executive fel- gressional testimony last year: ``If there is one grants, which are given to State agencies or low at the American Enterprise Institute. His single message you take away from this hear- colleges in each State to provide consultation April 16, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E529 services, have been underfunded, requiring dedicated service as director of Twin Oaks Medal, California Medal of Merit, Good Con- employers who seek assistance to wait up to Savings Bank. While we wish him well in his duct Medal, California State Service Medal, 2 years for assistance. The Clinton administra- retirement, his commitment and hard work will the Order of St. Barbara, and others. tion has endorsed the codification of the con- be greatly missed. CSM Alexander is currently the president of sultation grants program. Mr. Spencer's long career started in World the Sergeants Major Association of California, The fifth and last provision of the bill would War II where he served as a tank commander life member of the California Enlished codify another mark of the new OSHAÐelimi- and platoon leader in the 745th Tank Battalion Associaton of the National Guard of the United nation of the use of inspections, citations, and of the First Infantry Division or ``The Big Red States, the National Guard Association of Cali- penalties as performance measures for in- One.'' fornia, National Rifle Association, California spectors and their supervisors. His length of service can be noted in the Rifle and Pistol Associaton, and many other The Small Business OSHA Relief Act codi- number of battles he fought in: Normandy civic oriented associations. fies the positive changes to OSHA on which Beachhead, St. Lo Breakthrough, Falaise Mr. Speaker, I ask that you join me, our col- the Clinton administration and we agree, so Pocket, Battle of Mons, Seigfried Line, Battle leagues, CMS Alexander's family, and many that we can build on those and continue to of Aachen, Hurtgen Forest, Battle of the friends in honoring him for his years of work constructively to create a truly new Bulge, Roer and Rhine, Remagen Bridgehead, dedicted service. After serving our State and OSHA. Ruhr Pocket, and Harz Mountains. country well for nearly 40 years, it is only ap- I welcome my colleagues' support and co- For his bravery and patriotism, Mr. Spencer propriate that the House recognize CSM Alex- sponsorship of the Small Business OSHA Re- received the Silver Star, two Bronze Stars, the ander today as he begins his well deserved lief Act of 1996. Purple Heart, and a battlefield commission. retirement. f Thank you for your service to our Nation. f Mr. Spencer also gave to his community. TAX DAY RECOGNITION OF WILLIAM H. After the war he owned and operated Spen- BOWERS cer's Insurance and subsequently was elected HON. RON PACKARD director of Marseilles Building & Loan in 1969 OF CALIFORNIA where under his guidance the business pros- HON. JOHN P. MURTHA OF PENNSYLVANIA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES pered and flourished. In 1976, he was elected IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Monday, April 15, 1996 president and chairman of the board and Monday, April 15, 1996 Mr. PACKARD. Mr. Speaker, today millions under his leadership a new bank building was of Americans will scramble to file their taxes. constructed and consumer loans, ATM cards, Mr. MURTHA. Mr. Speaker, I would like to My Republican colleagues and I are fighting and checking accounts were added. say a few words of congratulations and thanks hard to ensure that all Americans keep more Mr. Spencer, thank you for your dedication to a distinguished member of the community of their hard earned money. and devotion to not only your country, but your in my district. A lifetime member of American Taxpayers deserve relief now. That is why community, neighbors, friends, and family. Legion Post 57, and the most recent Western my colleagues in both the House and the Sen- You will be missed. Vice Commander, William H. Bowers has ate passed the Contract With America's tax f made numerous outstanding achievements relief plan. Americans need tax reform, but that have greatly benefitted his fellow veterans A TRIBUTE TO ROLLAND E. and citizens in his home county of Indiana, that will not happen overnight. While we con- ALEXANDER II sider tax reform in Congress, there are a num- PA. ber of things we have done to lift the burden He has held numerous offices in addition to from America's families and encourage eco- HON. JERRY LEWIS the American Legion Western Vice Com- nomic growth. We passed a $500 child tax OF CALIFORNIA mander. While serving as post commander, credit for families. We provided capital gains IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Saltsburg, he received the National American- tax relief. We expanded IRA's, just to name a Monday, April 15, 1996 ism Award. He has been honored as Post Commander of the Year in Pennsylvania, as few. Unfortunately, President Clinton vetoed Mr. LEWIS of California. Mr. Speaker, I the Republican plan. With the stroke of a pen well as Indiana County Veteran of the Year; in would like to bring to your attention the fine addition he has served as Commander of the he vetoed pro-family, projob tax relief. work and outstanding public service of CSM In spite of the President's veto, we must Indiana County United Veterans, Indiana Rolland E. Alexander II. Alexander will be rec- continue to do what is right for America. The County Commander, District 27 Commander, ognized at a celebration in his honor on April protaxpayer agenda we begin to consider District 27 Adjutant, and Vice Chairman of the 20 as he retires after nearly 40 years in the today is a tremendous step in the right direc- Citizens Flag Allegiance. He has also been California Army National Guard. recognized by the ROTC for his many accom- tion. The tax limitation amendment, by requir- CSM Alexander is a third generation Califor- ing a two-thirds vote to raise taxes, will reign plishments. nian and was born in San Francisco. A grad- In addition to being a lifetime member of the in escalating taxes. It will finally put an end to uate of Rio Hondo College, he is also a sec- the roller coaster ride of the IRA's tax code American Legion, Commander Bowers is also ond generation national guardsmen following a member of the VFW Post 7901, Amvets and return fiscal responsibility to Washington. his father's service in World War I. CSM Alex- Almost every State that has implemented tax Post 277, and VVA Chapter 286. ander enlisted in 1957 as a member of Battery Among his many civic contributions are es- and spending limitations has witnessed below C, 215th Field Artillery, 40th Armored Division, tablishing bylaws for the Indiana County Unit- average growth is State spending and higher now designated as Battery C, 2d Battalion, ed Veterans Advisory Council and serving as than average economic growth. 144th Field Artillery, 40th Infantry Division As Daniel Webster Said, ``An unlimited chairman of the Indiana County Veterans Me- (Mechanized). In his civilian capacity Alexan- power to tax involves, necessarily, the power morial Committee. He organized and still der works as a technical consultant in market- to destroy.'' Mr. Speaker, my Republican col- serves as the CEO of Boy Scout Troop No. ing services for the Southern California Edison leagues and I are committed to protecting 157 in Saltsburg and manages the Young Co. America's families from tax-and-spend Wash- Township senior legion baseball team. He has While assigned to the battery, CSM Alexan- ington. Americans not only need tax protection also been a guest speaker at the Indiana Uni- der has served in a number of positions in- they need tax relief. versity of Pennsylvania's sociology department cluding cannoneer, gunner, section sergeant, representing VVA Chapter 286. f and chief of firing battery. Over the years, he 1991 was a very painful year for us in and A TRIBUTE TO ALLEN ‘‘BUD’’ has served in a variety of capacities and has near the 12th district of Pennsylvania, when SPENCER served as CSM of Detachment 3, State Area 25 local gulf war soldiers were killed in action. Command, Los Alamitos Armed forces Re- Commander Bowers gave a memorable tribute HON. JERRY WELLER serve Center, Los Alamitos, CA, since Decem- to those young men and women by organizing OF ILLINOIS ber 1993. a veterans honor guard of over 300 veterans CSM Alexander has been recognized for his with colors for their funerals. Commander IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES service and is the recipient of numerous com- Bowers was also instrumental in having a gulf Monday, April 15, 1996 mendations including the Meritorious Service war honor roll erected on the Indiana County Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, today, I'd like to Medal, Army Commendation Medal, Army Courthouse lawn, listing all Indiana County honor Allen ``Bud'' Spencer for his 27 years of Achievement Medal, California Commendation veterans serving in the Gulf. E530 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 16, 1996 William H. Bowers served in the Army with public safety. Risking their lives and health to the arcaicos, and of the later Indians, the the Military Assistance Group overseas. save people at risk, their courage and re- igneris. I salute Commander Bowers for his lifelong sourcefulness are the watchwords of their pro- In 1955, Dr. Alegria became the director of dedication to his fellow soldiers and his com- fession. the Institute of Puerto Rican Culture. Under munity. No one better typifies the finest traditions of his leadership, the institute enhanced the rec- f firefighting than Mel Deardorff. Mel retired re- ognition of, strengthened, and promoted Puer- cently after 35 years of service in the San to Rican culture as a heritage with Indian, Afri- HONORING SHERIFF CHARLES A. Ramon Valley region, for the last 8 years serv- can, and Spaniard influences, as well as its FUSELIER, SHERIFF OF THE YEAR ing as fire chief of the San Ramon Valley Fire own folklore traditions. For his willingness to Protection District. engage in the enormous task of investigating HON. JAMES A. HAYES Mel helped reduce the Insurance Services and compilating historical data on Puerto Rico OF LOUISIANA Office rating in the San Ramon region; was in- and for the resurgence of the popular arts we IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES fluential in establishing expanded firefighting owe him a great debt of gratitude. services; facilitated a new paramedic program; Some of his published works include the Monday, April 15, 1996 added engine company, fire prevention, and History of Our Indians (``Historia de Nuestros Mr. HAYES. Mr. Speaker, when I heard that clerical staff; and made many other contribu- Indios''), Folkloric Tales of Puerto Rico my friend of over 25 years was being honored tions to fire safety in the East Bay region of (``Cuentos FolkloÂricos de Puerto Rico''), An- by the National Sheriff's Association as Sheriff San Francisco. He was a member of many thology: the Theme of Coffee in Puerto Rican of the Year, I was gratified to know that the professional organizations, including the Inter- Literature (``AntologÂõa: El Tema Del Cafe en la national law enforcement community was fi- national Association of Fire Chiefs and Califor- Literatura PuertoriquenÄa'') and the magazine nally acknowledging what the citizens of St. nia Fire Chiefs. published by the Institute of Puerto Rican Cul- Martin Parish and all of Acadiana have known Mel Deardorff was a public servant whose ture, (``Revista del Instituto de Cultura for a long timeÐthat Charles August Fuselier leadership, commitment, and dedication PuertorriquenÄa''). is one of the most effective, top flight sheriffs helped enable residents of the San Ramon One of his most important accomplishments, in the country. and Danville, CA communities to go to sleep for which he received the Picasso Gold Medal In his statement, Sheriff Fuselier said he knowing that they were in good hands. As a of the United Nations Educational, Scientific, was ``shocked'' to learn of his selection by the resident of Danville for 25 years. I am thankful and Cultural Organization, is the restoration National Sheriff's Association. He should not for all Chief Deardorff has done for my home- and preservation of Puerto Rican historical have been. Charles Fuselier's dedication to town and the San Ramon Valley region. He monuments. A very special award, the Pi- public service and the protection of the public deserves sincere thanks from people through- casso Medal has only been awarded to Dr. in his rural South Louisiana Parish is unparal- out Contra Costa County, and I am pleased to Alegria and to the historical village of Paris. leled. Like his father before him, Sheriff have this opportunity to recognize him in the Among the historical monuments that were re- Fuselier demonstrates every day total commit- CONGRESSIONAL RECORD. stored under Dr. Alegria's supervision were ment to making St. Martin Parish a safer place f the Indian Ceremonial Center, the Church of to live, work, and raise a family. Porta Coeli, and the capital of Puerto Rico, Through his leadership and his work on the TRIBUTE TO DR. RICARDO Old San Juan, which is now a jewel among Triad Program, St. Martin Parish became a ALEGRIA the historic sites of the Americas. testing ground and model for all of America in Dr. Alegria is internationally renown as an preventing crimes against our senior citizens. HON. JOSE´ E. SERRANO eminence in the restoration of historic cities, The Triad forms a coalition between local OF NEW YORK as well as for his patronage of the arts. From sheriffs, police chiefs, and senior citizens IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES directing the Center of Advanced Studies in groups to reduce the victimization and unwar- Monday, April 15, 1996 Puerto Rico and the Caribbean, and founding ranted fear of crime which disproportionately the Center of Archaeological and Ethnological plagues senior citizens. By bringing the Triad Mr. SERRANO. Mr. Speaker, it is with great Investigations of the University of Puerto Rico, concept to life, Sheriff Fuselier has opened up honor that I rise today to pay tribute to a very to the reorganization of a great number of mu- the lines of communication with seniors in the distinguished countryman, Dr. Ricardo Alegria, seums in Puerto Rico, Dr. Alegria has left a community and has made the seniors feel for his outstanding contributions to the inves- legacy of devotion and dedication to the in- more comfortable and trusting that their inter- tigation, preservation, and recognition of the struction and preservation of the Puerto Rican ests will be protected. culture and history of Puerto Rico. culture. Sheriff Fuselier once told me that he re- Dr. Alegria, is one of the pioneers who es- Among other honors, Dr. Alegria received ceived more than a 10-fold return on his in- tablished the studies on archaeology, anthro- the Medal of Isabel La CatoÂlica, awarded by vestments using volunteers, who work in his pology, and culture of Puerto Rico and the the Spanish Government and the Medal of the office 2 to 3 days a week, so that crimes have Caribbean. Yesterday, which was also his Fifth Centenary of the Discovery of America been quickly resolved because of greater sen- birthday, the Smithsonian Institution awarded and Puerto Rico, bestowed by the Puerto ior participation. While in the Congress I may him the Smithsonian Bicentennial Medal for Rican Government. have worked to ensure Federal involvement in his great legacy to Puerto Rican culture and The Puerto Rican people and the Puerto Triad, but Triad is growing across the country history. Rican community, here in the United States because of the efforts and devotion of Sheriff Dr. Alegria is well known as a humble man, and all over the world are in debt to Dr. Fuselier. The Triad information network has always accessible to the people, and a pro- Alegria for his outstanding contributions to the the potential to be the cornerstone of future found thinker in all his areas of inquiry. He is study, celebration, and promotion of our cul- crime fighting activities within the seniors com- internationally recognized as the most distin- ture and history. In my congressional district of munity. guished Latin American in the field of preser- the South Bronx, and in all of New York City, I commend the National Sheriff's Associa- vation of historic cities and in the studies of as well as, throughout the Americas, we are tion for bestowing my friend with this honor the anthropology and archaeology of Puerto all beneficiaries of his cultural heritage. and congratulate Sheriff Fuselier for the great Rico and the Caribbean. Mr. Speaker, I ask my colleagues to join me achievement of being named ``Sheriff of the His interest in the study of mankind and in recognizing the great contributions of Dr. Year.'' how humans identify themselves with their Alegria, hero of the Puerto Rican culture. f surroundings started at a very early age; as a f child he opened a small museum at his home HONORING MEL DEARDORFF with pieces and little stones that he had col- TRIBUTE TO RICHARD A. BROWN lected from the ground at his family farm. HON. BILL BAKER He studied at the University of Puerto Rico, HON. THOMAS J. MANTON OF CALIFORNIA and obtained a master in archaeology from OF NEW YORK IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the University of Chicago and a Ph.D. in ar- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES chaeology from Harvard. After his return to the Monday, April 15, 1996 island, young Dr. Alegria went to Loiza and Monday, April 15, 1996 Mr. BAKER of California. Mr. Speaker, Luquillo where he performed excavations that Mr. MANTON. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to America's firefighters serve on the frontlines of uncovered evidence of our earliest inhabitants, pay tribute to Mr. Richard A. Brown honored April 16, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E531 April 18 as the Judiciary of Queens County by Recovery Act [DCERA], a bill to provide a is the only city without a State to recycle reve- the Queens Borough Lodge of Elks. Federal tax reduction to the residents of the nue from wealthier areas; the only city that Mr. Speaker, Mr. Brown is an distinguished District of Columbia. The bill comes at a time pays for State, county, and municipal func- judge who has long served the community of when the city's financial viability is in peril. The tions; and the only city prevented by Congress Queens in many different capacities. He is a Constitution obligates the Congress to main- from taxing commuters who use city services. member of the American Bar Association, the tain the Capital of the United States. The As a result, the District is a financial orphan New York State Bar Association, the Associa- DCERA will allow Congress to do so without without a State to bear State costs, such as tion of the Bar of the City of New York and the direct aid, by encouraging middle income resi- Medicaid and prisons, and without access to Queens County Bar Association. dents to remain and to move to the District. the other aid that States regularly give to their District Attorney Richard A. Brown of Last February, the Washington Post re- troubled big cities. Because none of the usual Queens County was born in Brooklyn, NY on ported that the District has already lost more remedies is available to the District, a tax cut- November 13, 1932. He received his Bachelor residents in the 1990's than in the entire dec- ting approach to stem the hemorrhage of tax- of Arts degree from Hobart College in 1953, ade of the 1980's. The District's tax base is payers holds virtually the only promise. was graduated from New York University declining so rapidly that it is doubtful that it will As this House is well aware, the District is School of Law in June 1956 and was admitted gain the ability to support itself, notwithstand- in a state of fiscal insolvency and cannot bor- to the Bar by the Appellate Division, Second ing even the most dramatic reduction in the row from Wall Street, but only from the U.S. Department in October 1956. Judge Brown is size of its government. In 1993, for example, Treasury. A Control Board was appointed married and resides in Forest Hills, NY with only 9,838 D.C. residents or 3.4 percent of the nearly a year ago and is working to downsize his wife and three lovely children, Karen, tax filers were solidly middle income in the the Government (10,000 jobs by 1999Ð5,600 Todd, and Lynn. $75,000 to $100,000 range, while 65 percent jobs already eliminated), control spending, and Mr. Speaker, Mr. Brown has served the had incomes of $30,000 or less. Ominously, return the District to financial solvency. When State of New York in numerous ways since 11.5 percent of D.C. tax filers had an income New York, Philadelphia, and Cleveland be- becoming a member of the Judiciary in 1973. between $50,000 and $100,000, compared came insolvent, State aid and State takeover He spent 9 years serving in various important with almost 20 percent nationally. of city functions were critical to the recovery of legal positions on behalf of the leadership of The bill seeks to accomplish the goal of re- those cities. That possibility does not exist the New York State Senate and Assembly and plenishing middle income residents and fami- presently for the District, the only city in the at the 1967 New York State Constitutional lies through a Federal tax discount. The tax is United States without a State. As a result, Convention and 4 years as New York City's progressive because it has large initial exemp- there is little prospect that the city can become legislative Representative in Albany where he tions ($15,000 for single filers, $25,000 for sin- self-supporting without extraordinary meas- managed the city's Albany office and super- gle heads of household, and $30,000 for mar- ures. vised its legislative program. ried joint filers); the mortgage interest deduc- In the absence of state aid, this Federal tax After serving as a Judge of the Criminal tion and the charitable giving deductions are reduction is the only remedy that has the po- Court for less than 2 years, Judge Brown was retained; and a uniform tax rate of 15 percent tential in this Congress to allow the District to appointed the Supervising Judge of the Brook- is applied in a progressive fashion up the in- recover from its insolvency. I believe that this lyn Criminal Court. In 1976, he was des- come scale. Only bona fide District residents approach could also serve as a model for ignated as an Acting Justice of the Supreme can qualify for this special rate and only on States which want to encourage taxpayers to Court of the State of New York and was given their D.C. sourced income. The bill defines a remain in large cities, by reducing State in- the added responsibility for supervising the op- bona fide resident as one who has maintained come taxes for city residents; but, of course, erations of the Criminal Court in Richmond his or her place of abode in the District, been only Congress can provide such a remedy for County. physically present in such a place of abode for the District. The value of a tax reduction is in Mr. Speaker, in 1977, Judge Brown was at least 183 days of the taxable year, and has the encouragement it gives to residents to re- elected a Justice of the Supreme Court in paid District of Columbia income taxes. Natu- main in a city with many problems, paying Queens County. He then served as the Gov- rally, District residents who work in the metro- high city taxes, maintaining the schools and ernor's chief legal advisor for 3 years before politan region will also benefit from the tax de- other services, and otherwise halting decline returning to the Supreme Court as an Associ- duction. The metropolitan region is defined by because of increased taxpayer presence. The District is the only jurisdiction that flies ate Justice of the Appellate Division, Second the Federal Government's ``Consolidated Met- the American flag where residents pay Federal Department where he was twice redesignated ropolitan Statistical Area.'' income taxes, but do not have full representa- as a member of the Appellate Division by The bill exempts capital gains, so long as tion in the House and have no representation Governor Mario M. Cuomo. they are District investments by bona fide Dis- in the Senate. The four territories pay no Fed- On June 1, 1991, Judge Brown accepted trict residents. This provision is meant to stim- eral income tax at all, while the District is sec- Governor Cuomo's appointment as the District ulate investment in D.C. businesses and other ond per capita in the payment of Federal in- Attorney of Queens County and was reelected economic development. In come from Social come taxes. This bill will not give the District without opposition to another full term in 1995. Security and from the qualified pension plans full equity in this regardÐD.C. residents would Under Judge Brown's leadership, the Queens of bona fide D.C. residents are considered continue to pay Federal taxes without full con- District Attorney's Office has attained an ex- D.C. sourced and thus eligible for the tax re- gressional representation and full self-govern- traordinary reputation as one of the finest duction. Investment income on activity within ment. The District seeks only sufficient tax re- prosecutor's offices in the State. Throughout the District will also qualify for the special tax lief to help sustain itself through income from his career, Judge Brown has served the judi- rate. In short, income from outside the District its own residentsÐas most jurisdictions doÐin cial community and the people of New York or the region will not get the benefit of the the absence of other viable alternatives. with unwavering dedication. DCERA. The provisions of the bill restricting I believe that the District of Columbia Eco- Mr. Speaker, I am proud to recognize the the tax reduction to D.C. residents on their nomic Recovery Act fits the tax cutting mood achievements of Richard A. Brown, and I D.C. sourced income are designed to prevent of the country and of both parties and the ad- know my colleagues join me in congratulating speculators and wealthy people from taking ministration. I ask the Members of this House him as he is honored by the Queens Borough advantage of the bill or turning the District into to join me in our efforts to save the District of Lodge of Elks. a tax haven. A freeze on property taxes is an Columbia through this bill. f additional safeguard that I am seeking from the city council. f INTRODUCTION OF THE DISTRICT Some Members will question why the Dis- THE COMMUNITY MOBILIZATION OF COLUMBIA ECONOMIC RECOV- trict should receive a Federal tax reduction CONFERENCE AND TRAINING ON ERY ACT that is not available to other jurisdictions. This GANGS, VIOLENCE, AND DRUGS unique bill is being considered only because HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON of the unique responsibility of the Congress for the Capital of the United States and because HON. BOB FILNER OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA OF CALIFORNIA a grave financial crisis threatens the District's IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES viability as a city. The District has no State to Monday, April 15, 1996 help support it, and therefore lacks any addi- Monday, April 15, 1996 Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, today I am in- tional sources for a long-term revenue stream Mr. FILNER. Mr. Speaker and colleagues, I troducing the District of Columbia Economic or other necessary ongoing relief. The District rise today to recognize the Annual Community E532 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 16, 1996 Mobilization Conference and Training on shame, given or received, and a thoroughly construction and revival of Bosnia's dev- Gangs, Violence, and Drugs which was con- generous spirit. He was very realistic about astated economy would have been Mr. vened in my hometown of San Diego, CA on both public policy and public service, and the Tholan's most significant challenge. I have the April 4 and 5. limitations and temptations of both. Adam's re- utmost confidence, as did Secretary Brown, This is the seventh annual conference that alism never became cynical. When you decide that he would have succeeded at this ultimate has been convened by Nu-Way Youth and So- to make a difference where there is risk, you challenge. cial Services, a local community-based organi- can't calculate the cost or be guaranteed de- Mr. Tholan's outstanding work for the Bech- zation. The conference is a national, collabo- livery from pain or loss. Bosnia is a land of tel group of companies, based in San Fran- rative event that brings parents, educators, grief and turmoil and none of us is immune.'' cisco, CA, earned him a reputation as a de- law enforcement officers, probation officers, At the Commerce Department, Adam served manding project director who tackled the most prosecutors, health and social service provid- as staff in the press office for several months daunting tasks with eternal optimism and a ers, together with civic, political, and spiritual before becoming a personal assistant to the can-do attitude. While his focus on the suc- leaders to discuss the latest technologies and Deputy Secretary of Commerce for 2 years. cessful completion of a project could not be strategies for combatting juvenile crime in our Adam was also instrumental in bringing state- swayed, he never lost sight of the importance communities. of-the art science to Central Coast and the of the people on the project. Mr. Tholan would Mr. Speaker, this conference is not the re- country. Just 1 year ago, he helped organize always take the time to help a co-worker when sult of a Federal program or government fund- the first-ever link between classrooms across they had personal or family difficulties or to ing. In fact, this conference receives no gov- America and marine biologists working in the devote his spare time to coaching Little ernment funding at all. Monterey Bay. Ron Brown had recently asked League and girl's softball. This conference is a true collaborative Adam to handle press relations and advance The mission that Stuart Tholan was partici- project. And by its very nature, it reinforces planning for the economic development mis- pating in was perfectly suited to his strengths. the notion that ``it takes a village to raise a sion in Bosnia. According to his family, ``Adam Throughout his career, he had shown an abil- child''Ðand it challenges all of our citizens to saw it as an opportunity to make a significant ity to bring together people and motivate them accept the responsibility and join in our strug- contribution to a peace effort where it is se- to accomplish the most difficult tasks. The gle to keep our youth free from the influence verely needed.'' strengths of his personality and character of gangs and drugs. Rather than working hard to gain personal shone through the overwhelming nature of Mr. Speaker, I am proud that Nu-Way, a attention, Adam worked hard for the sheer jobs he took on. His leadership propelled an valuable resource in the fight against gangs, pleasure of doing a job well and the satisfac- international work force of 16,000 to put out drug abuse, and violence, is based in my con- tion of knowing he had helped make someone the Kuwaiti oil fires in a fraction of the time ex- gressional district, and I applaud the efforts of else's life a little more livable. He was one of perts thought possible. Nu-Way and the Community Mobilization Con- the many invisible government hands working These are the reasons why Secretary ference for their important role in our fight in Bosnia to ensure the survival of a nation. Brown chose Stuart Tholan as the perfect can- against juvenile crime. Amazing acts of heroism, dedication, and hu- didate to help rebuild the devastated economy f manitarianism exemplify the work done by of Bosnia. Mr. Speaker, Stuart Tholan and the those invisible hands. Without people like others who perished on that plane deserve our TRIBUTE TO ADAM DARLING those who served, continue to serve and will gratitude for their commitment and dedication serve their country by helping others, the to bring peace and stability to Bosnia and for HON. SAM FARR world would be hard pressed to survive trage- their service to our Nation. OF CALIFORNIA dies such as the Bosnia conflict. f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Adam too saw life as an opportunity to TRIBUTE TO GEORGE NADER, EDI- Monday, April 15, 1996 serve the world. Telling his family at the age of five that he would be President of the TOR, MIDDLE EAST INSIGHT Mr. FARR of California. Mr. Speaker, for United States some day, a young boy made MAGAZINE any parent, the death of a child is surely life's his commitment to bettering his country at any greatest tragedy. I can personally remember cost. During the few years he was afforded, HON. NICK J. RAHALL II the profound grief and gloom that swept over Adam worked with the dedication and commit- OF WEST VIRGINIA my own father and family when my youngest ment of a President, and accomplished more IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES sister Nancy was tragically killed following a for the good of humankind during his lifetime Monday, April 15, 1996 horseback riding accident in Colombia, where than many even attempt in 100 years. I served in the Peace Corps more than 30 The loss of Adam Darling and the 34 others Mr. RAHALL. Mr. Speaker, over the years years ago. Even now, not a day goes by that in Bosnia will be sorely felt by all and will re- volumes have been written about the Middle my family does not sorely miss Nancy and re- main in our hearts as a memorial to all who East and its turbulent politics, economic poten- gret the fact that she did not live longer, pay the highest cost possible in order to help tial, and strategic importance to the United though we all know she led a magnificent life the world by serving their country. States. One publication stands out because of while she was with us. f its comprehensive, insightful and balanced ap- The same sentiment, I am sure, will be true proach to issues in the region. for the family of Santa Cruz resident Adam TRIBUTE TO P. STUART THOLAN I am referring to Middle East Insight maga- Darling, who left this world last week with zine which has just celebrated its 15th anni- Commerce Secretary Ron Brown and 32 other HON. TOM LANTOS versary as one of the leading journals of Mid- brave Americans in an ill-fated flight over OF CALIFORNIA dle East affairs. Throughout this turbulent pe- Bosnia. Adam died doing precisely what he IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES riod, Middle East Insight has covered the com- wanted: Serving his country, while working to plex issues affecting the region in a thoughtful, make the world a better place. The eternal op- Monday, April 15, 1996 creative way to bring greater knowledge and timist, Adam had once offered to ride his bike Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, Mr. P. Stuart understanding to all parties. By striving to rise cross-country from his home in Santa Cruz to Tholan was one of the 32 Americans accom- above the ideological passions that often di- Washington, DC for then Governor Bill Clinton panying Secretary Ron Brown on his mission vide the region, Middle East Insight has because he felt he could make a difference in to contribute to the rebuilding of Bosnia. He earned the respect of its readers in Washing- the 1992 presidential race. After the election, was aboard the military transport plane which ton, DC and throughout the region. he ended up in Washington working in the crashed, killing all abroad. My most sincere The driving force behind the magazine is its Commerce Department. When I arrived to be condolences go out to his wife, Marilyn, his editor, George Nader. Nader is the founder sworn in as a Member of Congress, Adam children, Scott and Carolyn, and all his family, and president of International Insight, an orga- was there to meet me. He brought his father, as well as to all those whose lives Stuart nization that promotes better understanding the Reverend Darrell Darling from Santa Cruz Tholan touched. between the Middle East and the United with him to all of our Washington activities. Mr. Tholan had been invited on the humani- States. He is a recognized expert on the re- According to Darrell, ``Adam Darling was a tarian mission by Commerce Secretary Ron gion and is often invited by major news orga- leader among his peers, his friends, his family Brown because of his distinguished record of nizations to comment as events unfold. and in his work. His leadership grew from a overcoming seemingly insurmountable obsta- Because of his reputation for fairness and keen and uncluttered mind, a character free of cles and succeeding again and again. The re- his remarkable access to key political and April 16, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E533 business leaders throughout the region, Nader The ASA anniversary will be recognized CONGRATULATING THE REPUBLIC has produced a magazine of distinction and throughout the year at ASA-sponsored events OF SIERRA LEONE ON THEIR high quality. Leaders such as Egyptian Presi- and ASA's official publication AutoInc. will fea- FIRST MULTIPARTY, DEMO- dent Hosni Mubarak, PLO Leader Yassir ture a special anniversary issue. I am pleased CRATIC ELECTIONS IN NEARLY Arafat, the late Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak to honor the association today on this special 30 YEARS Rabin, Morocco's King Hassan II, and Presi- occasion. dents Bush and Clinton have all been featured f HON. AMO HOUGHTON in Middle East Insight. OF NEW YORK TRIBUTE TO I. DONALD TERNER It is a tribute to George Nader and his vision IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to publish a magazine that is respected for its Monday, April 15, 1996 contribution to public policy debate. Both he HON. TOM LANTOS and Middle East Insight deserve special rec- OF CALIFORNIA Mr. HOUGHTON. Mr. Speaker, I've come to ognition on their 15th anniversary. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the floor today with some of my colleagues to f introduce a concurrent resolution congratulat- Monday, April 15, 1996 ing the people of the Republic of Sierra Leone 45TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE AUTO- Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, Mr. I. Donald who just held their first democratic, multiparty MOTIVE SERVICE ASSOCIATION Terner was one of the 32 Americans accom- elections in nearly 30 years. panying Secretary Ron Brown on his mission On February 26, 1996, the West African na- HON. JOE BARTON to contribute to the rebuilding of Bosnia. He tion of Sierra Leone held their first round of OF TEXAS was aboard the military transport plane which elections amid much uncertainty. There had IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES crashed, killing all aboard. My most sincere just been a military coup less than a month Monday, April 15, 1996 condolences go out to his wife, Deirdre Eng- before the election and a civil war that had displaced almost half the population raged in Mr. BARTON of Texas. Mr. Speaker, I rise lish, his children, and to all those whose lives the countryside. to pay tribute to the Automotive Service Asso- Donald Terner improved with his many good Sponsored by the African-American Institute ciation [ASA] on the occasion of its 45th anni- works. [AAI], a delegation visited Sierra Leone as part versary. ASA is the oldest and largest trade Donald Terner was a man of truly extraor- of a U.N. team of international observers. In association of its kind representing all seg- dinary energy and commitment, and we are that delegation were several congressional ments of the independent automotive repair in- extremely fortunate that he chose to devote staffers who deal with African issues in the dustry, including transmission, mechanical, his talents to improving the lives of low-income Congress, including Joyce Brayboy Dalton and collision repair facilities. The association families throughout California. As founder and with Representative MEL WATT, Tim Trenkle, now includes more than 12,000 businesses. president of Bridge Housing Corp., Donald Senator NANCY KASSEBAUM, Michael Pelletier, The association now includes more than Terner created a low-income housing enter- legislative fellow in the office of Senator JIM 12,000 businesses, 28 State groups and 220 prise which constructed nearly 6,000 homes in chapters located throughout the world. the 13 years the organization has been in JEFFORDS, and my legislative assistant Bob Over the past 45 years, ASA has merged business. Both the continuing success of the Van Wicklin. with a variety of automotive repair associa- solid organization Donald Terner built and the Despite some inadequacies, the group tions to enable the industry to speak with a thousands of families who will have a roof deemed the election to be free and fair. AAI singular and unified voice. These groups in- over their heads for years to come will serve issued the following statement after the elec- clude the Independent Garagemen's Associa- as a lasting testament to the life of Donald tion: tion of Texas [IGA], the Independent Garage Terner. STATEMENT OF THE INTERNATIONAL OBSERVER Commerce Secretary Ron Brown was so DELEGATION OF THE AFRICAN-AMERICAN IN- Owners of America [IGO], the Auto Body As- STITUTE sociation of America [ABAA], the Automotive impressed with the remarkable achievements of Donald Terner that he invited Mr. Terner to FREETOWN, February 29, 1996.—The Afri- Service Councils [ASC] and, the Independent can-American Institute (AAI), has spent the Automotive Service Association [IASA]. accompany him on a humanitarian mission to last three weeks preparing for and conduct- In addition to providing a host of member restore the housing resources destroyed by ing an observation of the presidential and benefits, ASA annually sponsors the world's years of all-out war in Bosnia. Donald Terner parliamentary elections of Sierra Leone. The largest collision repair event, the International was not deterred by the overwhelming dif- AAI delegation feels that the elections of Autobody Congress and Exposition [NACE], ficulty of rebuilding this devastated region. February 26–27, 1996 were transparent, open, the Congress of Automotive Repair and Serv- Secretary Brown recognized in Donald Terner and substantially fair. Despite certain irreg- ice [CARS], the Northern Autobody Congress the same qualities that those who have ularities and disruptions due to breaches of worked with him have appreciated for dec- security, the delegation is convinced these and Exposition and the ASA Annual Conven- elections reflect the freely expressed choices tion. In fact, NACE has been selected from a ades. His humanitarian spirit combined with of the people of Sierra Leone. wide range of applicants to participate in the his unrelenting commitment to success in the Working in affiliation with the United Na- U.S. Department of Commerce's International face of adversity has allowed him to succeed tions Joint International Observer Group Buyer Program. This recognition serves as ac- in California and it would have propelled him and funded by the United States Agency for knowledgement of the quality of the event and to success in Bosnia. International Development, the 17-member the export potential of the industry it serves. Donald Terner was known as a relentless AAI delegation was deployed throughout ASA members recognize their obligation to promoter of low-income housing in California Freetown and its environs, Lungi, Bo, and throughout the world. Building affordable Kenema, Makeni and Kono. The AAI team professionalism. Members subscribe to a code observed two crucial phases of the elections of ethics, which governs the methods by which housing entails not only raising the necessary which were held on February 26–27, 1996. they conduct their business practices. Among funds, but also the often more difficult task of During the first phase, the delegation met other things, an ASA member is sworn to per- convincing homeowners to allow the housing throughout the country with government of- form high quality repair service at a fair and to be built in their neighborhoods. It was im- ficials, the staff of the Interim National just price; use only proven merchandise of possible, however, to say ``no'' to Donald Electoral Commission, leaders of political high quality distributed by reputable firms; em- Terner. He was able to convince lenders and parties and major civic organizations, rep- neighbors to support to projects because he resentatives of the media, government offi- ploy the best skilled technicians; recommend cials, and other sections of civil, society in- corrective and maintenance services, explain- believed that what he was doing would help cluding organized labor. The delegation also ing to the customer which of these are re- people, and that made his persuasive powers carefully studied the electoral laws, exam- quired to correct existing problems and which all but irresistible. ined the relevance of several training mate- are for preventive maintenance. Mr. Speaker, I invite my colleagues to join rials, scrutinized the voter registration proc- ASA also endeavors to assist its members me in to Donald Terner for his commitment to ess and samples of voter registers, observed to improve the quality of repairs through man- making the world more livable for low-income training of electoral staff and domestic mon- agement and technician training programs. people. His efforts in behalf of the community itors, and attended civic education programs in many parts of the country. The Automotive Service Association Manage- should serve as a model for all Americans. During the second phase, the delegation ment Institute [ASAMI] provides continuing While we cannot all devote the time and en- observed the electoral campaigning, the vot- management education in the areas of leader- ergy that Donald Terner did, we can invoke ing which began on February 26 and was ex- ship, business, finance, personnel, operations, his memory when our communities ask some- tended through February 27, and the count- and personal enrichment. thing of us. ing process on February 27–28, 1996. In the E534 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 16, 1996 areas of their deployment, AAI observers vis- With that in mind, I hope that all of my col- just good to see how a bill gets passed. Now, ited over 250 polling places nationwide. leagues in the House and Senate will join us I can look at a bill and even though it may AAI found that the elections were held in congratulating the people of the Republic of already exist, I can see why this or that under a cloud of uncertainly and substantial wasn’t included in it . . . because it could logistical difficulty caused by a lack of ade- Sierra Leone by helping to pass this resolu- have come up in our session, too.’’ tion. quate infrastructure, minimal election expe- f rience and training, and the displacement of f sectors of the population due to hostile mili- HAPPY 50TH WEDDING ANNIVER- tary actions on or just prior to the date of RIVER RIDGE (FL) HIGH SCHOOL’S SARY TO MR. AND MRS. WIL- the elections. This situation often led to the MOCK STATE LEGISLATURE LIAM QUESENBERRY late opening and numerical overtaxing of many polling stations and, in some areas, disruption of the vote and count. Still, in the HON. PETER T. KING HON. CHRISTOPHER COX OF NEW YORK majority of the areas observed by AAI dele- OF CALIFORNIA gates, the vote went forward in a proce- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES durally correct manner, with materials pro- vided and correctly utilized. Polling station Monday, April 15, 1996 Monday, April 15, 1996 officials, political party representatives and Mr. KING. Mr. Speaker, I would like to in- Mr. COX of California. Mr. Speaker, today I domestic observers, in most cases, were ade- clude in the RECORD an article from the rise in celebration of the 50th wedding anni- quately prepared and conducted their duties Tampa Tribune which describes River Ridge in an exemplary manner. In the, areas of the versary of Mr. and Mrs. William Quesenberry country observed by AAI delegates, the dif- (FL) High School's mock State legislature and of Coral Gables, FL. ficulties cited above were overcome by the what its student participants learned about the Bill, a graduate of Shenandoah Junior High fierce determination of an overwhelming ma- legislative process. Of special interest are the and Miami Senior High, first met Mary Belle jority of the population to hold the elections reflections of Kevin Miller, ``Speaker of the Gardner when she was a wintertime resident on schedule, even in the face of serious at- House.'' of Miami Beach. Bill courted Mary Belle tempts to obstruct and disrupt the process. STUDENTS FIND LEGISLATOR SEAT NO EASY Despite these administrative inadequacies throughout high school and his days at the CHAIR and certain instances of violence and intimi- University of the South at Sewanee, TN. On dation in Freetown, as well as deadly con- (By Tiffany Anderson) April 13, 1946, Bill and Mary Belle were mar- flicts between citizens and those seeking to NEW PORT RICHEY.—For at least a few ried on a beautiful, sunny day in Nashville, disrupt the election in Bo and Kenema, the hours, seniors became senators. TN. electoral process was largely peaceful and The 12th-grade class at River Ridge High After college, Bill flew in World War II as a free of threats and confrontations. Voting School got a chance to play politics by par- naval aviator. Upon returning from the war, Bill took place in are orderly fashion in most pol- ticipating Friday in the school’s mock state ing stations. There was little evidence of legislative session. followed his father's footsteps into the whole- fraud or irregularity. To earn class credit in American govern- sale grocery business. As a wholesale grocer, The AAI delegation wishes to salute the ment, more than 328 students served as state Bill provided consumers with a wide variety of people of Sierra Leone for their strong com- representatives and senators and sat on com- products and competitive retail prices. mitment to democratic practices and their mittees. Bill and Mary Belle share a joy of traveling determination to hold elections on schedule. The bills they wrote won’t ever make it that has led them across the globe. Their This unflinching commitment to democratic outside the school’s auditorium. But that sense of adventure has taken them to the fro- values and procedures, as well as the courage didn’t keep most seniors from taking the zen land of Antarctica, a far cry from their that the citizens demonstrated in the face of event any less seriously. great danger, augurs well for the future of ‘‘People told me that I would run every- home in sunny Coral Gables, and even be- democracy in this country. thing,’’ said Kevin Miller, 18-year-old speak- neath the surface of the sea itselfÐBill and The AAI delegation also wishes to con- er of the ‘‘House.’’ ‘‘In a way, that’s true. I Mary Belle are accomplished scuba drivers gratulate the Chairman of the Interim Na- just didn’t realize how much power Newt and snorkelers. tional Electoral Commission, Dr. James Gingrich has. If he doesn’t like someone he Mr. Speaker, on behalf of their children and Jonah, and his colleagues for their impar- can make it really hard for people.’’ grandchildren as well as their many friends, I tiality and inspiring and tenacious leader- State Rep. Mike Fasano spoke to the sen- ship under difficult conditions. wish Bill and Mary Belle a happy golden wed- iors on the first day of the two-day event. ding anniversary in the hopes of many more to Finally, the AAI delegation thanks the Later, students spent hours heatedly debat- people of Sierra Leone for their hospitality ing dozens of issues from abortion education come. and warm welcome. to education reform. f On March 29, 1996, Ahmad Tejan Kabbah By Friday, the make-believe legislators CONGRATULATIONS TO RED BANK of the Sierra Leone People's Party was sworn had learned that life in the Capitol isn’t easy in as the President of the Republic of Sierra and that getting a law passed is even harder. CATHOLIC Leone. This peaceful transition of power from More than 275 bills were discussed in com- a military regime to a freely elected civilian mittee. Only 40 were heard on the House and HON. FRANK PALLONE, JR. Senate floor. government is a tremendous step onto the OF NEW JERSEY Students proposed such legislation as: road to democracy, and I think will have a The Dumb Teachers Act, requiring instruc- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES very positive effect on some of Sierra Leone's tors to be recertified every year. Monday, April 15, 1996 authoritarian neighbors. Mandating that school administrators In fact, just last week, when United States keep toilet paper and soap in the bathroom Mr. PALLONE. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to citizens located in the neighboring country of or be subject to fines plus tar and feathering. congratulate the Red Bank Catholic Women's Liberia were threatened by the ongoing vio- Increasing the speed limit on state high- Basketball Team for winning the New Jersey lence in that country, the Government of Si- ways to 85 miles per hour. State High School Basketball Championship. erra Leone allowed the United States to use Ultimately, only five bills became ‘‘law,’’ Back in the Sixth Congressional District, their airport to help with the evacuation of making it more difficult to use lottery these young women have provided their fans money to supplement school funding; allow- Americans and other internationals from the and myself with much excitement and sense ing a vehicle’s tinted windows to be as dark of pride. From reaching the finals of the Shore Liberian capital city of Monrovia. For this, we as the driver wanted; permitting students to are very grateful, and thank the new Govern- work as many hours a week as they wanted Conference Tournament to winning the State ment of Sierra Leone for their cooperation and as long as they maintained a ‘‘C’’ average; Championship at the Meadowlands, Red Bank assistance. requiring boating licenses for those 14 and Catholic has demonstrated its commitment to Also deserving special recognition are all of older; and making it easier to get an ‘‘A’’ at excellence. the United States citizens living in Sierra River Ridge, but abolishing extra points for Throughout the year, Red Bank Catholic Leone, especially the people who work at the attendance. has stressed the importance of team unity as United States Embassy in Freetown led by The mock legislative session has been a major component of victory. This approach Ambassador John Hirsch, a very dynamic indi- staged for the past four years, said teacher to the season, in addition to its dedication and Tom Fleming. vidual who has given so much of himself to ‘‘It’s better if they live the legislative hard work, provided the team with the nec- help the people of Sierra Leone. process,’’ he said. essary drive to become the best high school It seems that we hear so much bad news Students agreed. basketball team in the State of New Jersey. from AfricaÐit's good to be able to emphasize ‘‘Even though they’re not real laws, you In addition to the athletic abilities possessed the good news when it comes along. still learn a lot,’’ said Gena Deluigi, 18. ‘‘It’s by this team, the players of Red Bank Catholic April 16, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E535 must be saluted for their academic excellence. munity. Her accomplishments were acknowl- especially prevalent in geographic areas On and off the court, these student athletes edged by the University of California Alumni where people have little experience with man- have maintained athletic prowess and aca- Club. aged care. The commission system in which demic integrity in light of intense pressure. In the end, though, many remember Helen many HMO agents work is an inappropriate fi- Once again I would like to salute these Mineta as a dear friend who had a zest for nancial incentive which leads to pressure young women for capturing the high school life. She remained active and cheerful sales to vulnerable beneficiaries. For example, basketball championship and wish them the throughout her life despite the obstacles. She when Geraldine Dallek of the Center for best of luck in their future endeavors. will be sorely missed. Ms. Mineta is survived Health Care Rights provided testimony last f by two sisters, Etsu M. Masaoka of Chevy year to the Senate Special Committee on Chase, MD and Aya Endo of Medford, NJ; two Aging, she reported a story of a woman from TRIBUTE TO HELEN MINETA brothers, Albert Mineta of San Jose, and Nor- Los Angeles who was a victim of these prac- man Mineta of Alexandria, VA, and three tices. The woman, Mrs. B, who has a fifth HON. SAM FARR nieces and four nephews. To them we send grade education, received an unsolicited visit OF CALIFORNIA our deepest condolences. from an HMO marketing agent. When Mrs. B IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f refused to sign up for the plan, the representa- Monday, April 15, 1996 tive persuaded her to sign an enrollment form TRIBUTE TO THE LATE MARINE by telling her that it would only be used to ver- Mr. FARR of California. Mr. Speaker, I rise COL. ROBERT OVERMYER ify his visit. today to acknowledge a woman who exempli- To remedy abusive HMO marketing prac- fies the very best of the American spirit. Helen HON. SHERROD BROWN tices, H.R. 1707 would prohibit door-to-door Mineta, a teacher of politics and government OF OHIO marketing and allow beneficiaries to enroll via for more than 30 years, a friend, and an active IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES mail. Also, it would limit the percentage of member of the community, died March 18th in compensation received through commissions Monday, April 15, 1996 San Jose, CA. She was 77. The daughter of and require plans to recover commissions if immigrant Japanese parents, Ms. Mineta per- Mr. BROWN of Ohio. Mr. Speaker, I rise the beneficiary disenrolled within 90 days. severed throughout her life against racism, today to speak of a tragic loss that the people Most HMO enrollees give up their supple- overcoming numerous barriers. She bettered of the 13th District of Ohio, and the entire Na- mental or MediGap coverage when they enroll the lives of those with whom she came in con- tion, recently suffered. in an HMO. Many fear that if they disenroll tact in countless ways, as a teacher and as an Marine Col. Robert Overmyer, born in Lo- from an HMO, no insurance company will sell advocate for Japanese-American rights. rain, OH, died last month while bravely work- them a supplemental policy. This is a very se- Helen Mineta graduated from San Jose ing as a test pilot. The prototype plane he was rious issue for those who leave their HMO be- State College in 1938 with dreams of becom- flying lost control and crashed before he could cause they are ill and believe the HMO is not ing a teacher, but was told by her professors eject. His sacrifice, made while insuring the providing them adequate care. Under my bill, that no one would hire a Japanese person. safety of others, will not be forgotten. beneficiaries will be able to secure a supple- Undaunted, she worked in the speech and Colonel Overmyer was a true American mental plan after moving out of an HMO. H.R. drama department at San Jose State while hero and served his country with great pride 1707 requires Medicare-contracting plans and studying commerce. She remained at San for almost 40 years, both as a Marine and a MediGap plans to participate in an open en- Jose State until the onset of World War II and celebrated astronaut. He worked on the Air rollment process. This provision allows for a the attack on Pearl Harbor caused Americans Force Manned Orbiting Laboratory Program, beneficiary to enroll, disenroll, or change plans to lash out at Japanese-Americans. As a re- served as a NASA astronaut on the Apollo 17 during this period without being subject to sult of both racism and fear, Ms. Mineta and mission, and more recently commanded the medical underwriting or preexisting exclusions. many other Japanese-Americans were placed 1985 Space Shuttle Challenger mission. Also, the difficulty beneficiaries have making in internment camps. Colonel Overmyer grew up Westlake, OH, comparisons among Medicare coverage op- Helen Mineta and her family were interned near Cleveland Hopkins Airport. His love of tions would be dealt with by having the Sec- first at the Santa Anita Racetrack and then the flying was born while watching planes take off retary conduct annual open enrollment peri- Heart Mountain camp in Wyoming. Despite and land at that airport. He never forgot his ods. During this period, Medicare beneficiaries these hardships, Ms. Mineta managed to get roots in Ohio, and always found the time to could enroll in traditional Medicare coverage out of the internment camp by obtaining a po- give back to his childhood community. He re- or any additional HMO-managed care options. sition as an executive secretary in a Chicago turned several times to speak to students and Differences in plan benefits and costs would chemical corporation. Although forced to leave adults about the role of the military and future be presented in easy, comparative formats. A her family behind, she did not forget them. Ms. of the American space program. criticism of managed care plans has been the Mineta helped to educate her brother, Nor- Colonel Overmyer will be remembered not lack of readily available, understandable and man, who was without a school in the intern- only by his family and friends, but by all Amer- comparable information of plans. This legisla- ment camp, by sending him books and ques- icans for his dedicated service to our country. tion works to correct this by requiring Medi- tions to answer concerning them. Her hard I thank you, Colonel Overmyer, for giving the care-contracting plans to provide descriptive work and tutelage reaped great benefits, for most while you were with us. You will be information on plan utilization review require- Norman was later to become our friend, the missed. ments, plan standards for contracting with pro- former congressman from San Jose. f viders, provider credentials, and plan physi- In the years after the war Ms. Mineta cian payment arrangements. This bill would worked for her brother-in-law at the Japanese MEDICARE BENEFICIARY PROTEC- standardize the basic benefit package for American Citizens League in Washington, TION AMENDMENTS—H.R. 1707 Medicare HMO's. Plans could not impose cost D.C., fighting to help others deal with the sharing other than nominal copayments for same racism that had assailed her. She went HON. FORTNEY PETE STARK Medicare-covered services. Also, limits on ad- on to receive another bachelor's degree from OF CALIFORNIA ditional benefits must be fully explained and the University of California at Berkeley, and fi- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES enrollees given reasonable notice that benefits nally realized her goal of teaching at San Jose Tuesday, April 16, 1996 are expiring. High School in 1958. But again tragedy struck Managed care is a system that provides fi- as Ms. Mineta was about to receive a much Mr. STARK. Mr. Speaker, last May, I intro- nancial incentives to provide less care. A 1989 dreamed about position at the United Nations. duced legislation designed to ensure that GAO report concluded that this system that Her mother died in 1956 and she returned Medicare beneficiaries have access to quality puts providers at financial risk for expensive home to help her father. care and fair treatment by their HMO's and medical treatment inherently contains incen- Helen Mineta remained actively involved in managed care plans. Today, I reiterate the tives to deny or delay needed care. The prob- the community throughout her life, giving lec- need for Medicare beneficiary protection and lem of inconsistent and delayed utilization re- tures on the racism she confronted and over- urge passage of the needed safeguards that view practices of managed care plans would came during World War II and throughout her H.R. 1707 provides. be remedied in several ways by H.R. 1707. life. She was also instrumental in the fight to An important issue addressed by this meas- First, financial compensation could not be build the San Jose Center for the Performing ure is the serious abuse of marketing prac- given to individuals performing the UR based Arts, bringing a valuable resource to the com- tices by HMO's. Abuses by sales agents are upon the number of denials. Second, negative E536 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 16, 1996 determinations about medical necessity or ap- 16 percent of enrollees planned to leave their Mr. Speaker, we don't blame workers for propriateness will be required to be made by HMO, but felt they could not. Even worse, 66 falling wages, we simply believe that they are clinically qualified personnel. Also, final deter- percent of disabled/ERSD enrollees wanted to not being given the necessary tools to com- mination of coverage must be made within 24 leave their HMO's. These statistics and others pete in the high-technology economy of the hours. indicate that HMO's are often failing to prop- 1990's. The amendments would also update HMO erly serve many Medicare beneficiaries. The Productivity is stagnant because the rate of plans in the area of access to emergency remedies I propose will move us toward better investment in new equipment in only half of medical services. Specifically, plans could not quality and a fairer managed care system. what it was a decade ago. require preauthorization for true emergency f Investment has been curtailed because our medical care and could not deny a claim for savings rate is low. a beneficiary who uses the ``911'' system to PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION OF HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION American families are not saving as much access services. Also, plans must define because Federal taxes are at an all time high. ``emergency medical care'' in terms easily un- 159, CONSTITUTIONAL AMEND- We must provide working families with tax derstood by the average person. An example MENT RELATING TO TAXES relief, that is what today's amendment is all of why this is needed is given by the Center SPEECH OF about. If Congress wants to raise taxes it is for Health Care Rights which reports a case of going to require a two-thirds vote of this legis- a San Diego woman who went to her HMO's HON. WILLIAM J. MARTINI lative body. urgent care center for treatment of an injury. OF NEW JERSEY One-third of the States currently have their She was told that the center had many people IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES waiting and only one doctor on duty. The ben- own form of the tax limitation amendment and Monday, April 15, 1996 eficiary was instructed to go to the nearest not surprisingly those States had lower taxes, emergency room. The HMO later denied her Mr. MARTINI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today in more economic growth, and more job creation claim because the emergency room treatment support of the American taxpayer and in sup- than States without a tax limitation law. was not authorized. port of this historic amendment being consid- Mr. Speaker, the facts are clear, tax relief These requirements will also benefit physi- ered by the House of Representatives. benefits working families and working Ameri- cians by mandating reimbursement by the House Joint Resolution 159, the tax limita- cans. In fact, 74 percent of the proposed plan to those physicians who provide emer- tion amendment, will require a two-thirds $500-per-child family tax credit will go to fami- gency services in nonplan hospitals in order to supermajority vote of the Congress to raise lies making less than $75,000 a year. fulfill the Federal antidumping law. Federal taxes. Put another way, the $500-per-child tax An important protection standard in this leg- Mr. Speaker, this amendment is necessary credit means families earning less than islation would benefit those who seek out-of- because the average family of four pays about $25,000 will no longer pay Federal taxes, plan treatment: Providers plans would be pro- 38.2 percent of their income in Federal, State, those earning $30,000 will have 48 percent of hibited from charging more than Medicare and local taxes. More than 3 hours of every 8- their Federal tax liability wiped out. would have paid under fee-for-service rules. hour workday are dedicated to the tax man. With regards to capital gains tax relief, an Also, plans would be required to make ar- To put it another way, the average Amer- IRS analysis of 1993 tax returns found that 77 rangements for beneficiaries to have occa- ican works from New Year's Day to May 6 just percent of the tax returns reporting capital sional dialysis service outside the plans area. to pay off his or her tax burden. gains were filed by taxpayers with adjusted Recognizing the special needs of individuals We believe that Americans are taxed too gross incomes of less than $75,000; 60 per- with disabilities and chronic-illness, the much, not too little. We also believe that indi- cent had adjusted gross incomes of less than amendments guarantee enrollees access to viduals and families can better decide how to $50,000. designated centers of excellence. The stand- spend their money than Uncle Sam. Lower taxes benefit all Americans, not just ard for the designation of a center of excel- Unfortunately, most Americans are scared, the wealthy. lence will be established by the Secretary. they are feeling squeezed by falling wages Last year Congress passed a plan to relieve Factors that would be included in the Sec- and mixed signals on status of the economy. some of the burden on the middle class. We retary's designation would include specialized People are anxious about their economic fu- passed a $500-per-child income tax credit for education and training, participation in peer-re- ture and job security. In New Jersey, we see middle-income families, we passed capital viewed research, and treatment of patients corporations like AT&T laying off thousands of gains tax reform, and we passed IRA self-loan from outside the facility's geographic area. employees and the Thomas' English Muffins legislation. To improve due process for providers in net- plant closing their doors in Totowa. This Congress wants you to earn more and Unfortunately, millions of working families works, public notices would be required as to keep more of what you earn. Had our bal- gather around the kitchen table each week when applications by participating providers anced budget been signed into law, instead of and wonder why it is they can't seem to make are to be accepted. Notification of a decision being vetoed by President Clinton, families ends meet. They work longer hours, they take to terminate or not renew a contract would be could look forward to doing more with the second jobs, but they feel like they are run- required not later than 45 days before it is to money they earn. take effect. ning in place. Today, as Americans go to the post office to In order to ensure access to enrollees In his State of the Union speech, President mail their tax returns, we will vote on a con- throughout a plan's service area, the Sec- Clinton stated ``our economy is the healthiest stitutional amendment to require a two-thirds retary may require plans to contract with cer- it has been in three decades.'' The President supermajority to raise taxes. tain clinics and other essential community pro- proudly pointed to statistics from the Depart- viders in the service area. In general, the serv- ment of the Treasury as well a robust year on If the two-thirds rule had been in existence ice area of a Medicare-contracting plan would Wall Street. in 1993, we would have stopped President be an entire metropolitan statistical area. However, someone forgot to tell the Presi- Clinton's tax hike, and American families To comply with this plan, Federal regulators dent to check with middle-class America be- would now be paying less for gasoline, small would be given authority to impose intermedi- cause he has failed to recognize the impor- businesses would be creating more jobs, and ate sanctions. Currently, the Secretary has the tance of what we refer to as the ``Clinton our retired parents and neighbors would be authority to bar participation in Medicare. Crunch.'' paying less in taxes. Under this plan, the Secretary could prohibit Secretary of Labor, Robert Reich, likes to A tougher standard to raise taxes will en- plans from enrolling beneficiaries until it meets point out that real wages for the median work- sure that taxes are raised only when there is all Federal requirements. A new review proc- er have fallen 4.6 percent since 1979. What a broad consensus and when it is absolutely ess would allow HMO's to submit a corrective he doesn't tell the American people is that half necessary. action plan for violations. A civil money pen- the wage decline has occurred under the Clin- This safeguard will help keep spending in alty up to $25,000 for each violation that ad- ton administration. check because Congress won't be able to versely affects an individual enrolled in the In fact, the only period of sustained wage take the easy way out and raise Federal plan would be authorized. growth in the last 17 years came during the taxes. The Medicare beneficiary protection amend- Reagan administration. You may recall former Mr. Speaker, House Joint Resolution 159 is ments are a powerful step toward safeguard- President Reagan advocated a policy of small- another example of how the new majority in ing the health of Medicare beneficiaries. Last er government, lower taxes, and less intrusion Congress is fulfilling its promises and making year, an inspector general's survey found that into the lives of Americans. Sound familiar? a difference to the American taxpayer. April 16, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E537 CELEBRATING TUFTONIA’S WEEK Francisco community is Herb Caen himself. ied the columns of prizewinners and dis- So, Mr. Speaker, I invite my colleagues to cerned a pattern: To win a Pulitzer, it is nec- read the column which appeared the day after essary to be serious, ready to render learned HON. BILL RICHARDSON opinions on matters of importance not only OF NEW MEXICO the award was announced in order to get a to the nation but to a waiting world. A IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES good taste of the wit and elegance which three-dot columnist in a smallish city on the Tuesday, April 16, 1996 earned Herb Caen this well-deserved honor. coast hardly seems worthy of a place in the HEY, LOOK ME OVER! pantheon. Walter Winchell, my original in- Mr. RICHARDSON. Mr. Speaker, in just a (By Herb Caen) spiration, never won anything of note, and few short weeks, many of us will be attending he used even more dots than I, to excellent ‘‘Pulitzer Prizewinning columnist.’’ Well, college graduations watching as countless effect. It’s true that satirical columns picked it does have a certain ring to it. And it will up a prize from time to time, as long as they numbers of our constituents finish their college definitely add a touch of class to the obitu- weren’t too funny. I will not deny that al- education, graduate, and become alumni. ary, which has been moldering away in the though I am not often funny, I am definitely As seasoned alumni know, you always morgue for years. I’m not trying to be mor- maintain a special tie to your college. At my silly and that seemed to me the kiss of bid in the Edgar Allan Poe mode. ‘‘Morgue’’ death. alma mater, Tufts University actively encour- is what old newshounds call their paper’s li- What I received yesterday, said the AP, aged alumni to celebrate their college days by brary, and it’s somebody’s job to keep the was ‘‘a special award for what the Pulitzer participating in annual ``Tuftonia's Week'' cele- obits up to date. ‘‘Pulitzer Prizewinning col- board described as ‘his extraordinary and brations. It is a special time for more than umnist’’ will also juice up the resume if I continuing contribution as a voice and a con- 88,000 alumni of Tufts to turn their thoughts to ever have to start jobhunting again. Don’t science of his city.’ ’’ I can be serious about laugh. Downsizing is the order of the day. I that. I am as seriously touched—nay, over- Tufts and to get together with fellow command a large salary, several dollars a Tuftonians, to reminisce with old friends. whelmed—as I am seriously in love with week over scale. I could well be on the short ‘‘my’’ city. The Pulitzer, coming on the heels Tuftonia Week also allows the university to list for the gold-plated watch and farewell of my 80th birthday last week, with its at- focus attention on its enormously successful handshake, thereby making room on the tendant tributes and demonstrations of alumni program called, ``TuftServe.'' Last year, payroll for the pitcher and running back we friendship, has rendered me limp with grati- Tufts alumni contributed more than 19,000 vol- so desperately need. tude, speechless with swirling thoughts im- unteer hours of community service. This work I got the word that I’d won a Pulitzer late possible to articulate. Mixed up somewhere enhance the quality of life in our local commu- yesterday morning when Karyn Hunt of the in the award, I figure, is a streak of senti- local Associated Press bureau called and nities and enables alumni to maintain a close mental regard for an old party who has been asked for a statment. I thought she was kid- grinding it out, year after year, and, at the relationship with their alma mater. ding because I happen to know she’s a great same time, a salute to longevity, for which I As my colleagues address soon-to-be alum- kidder. How do I know? Because—and here’s thank my German mama and my French ni at college graduation campuses around the your item—Karyn once worked for me, man- papa who had the good taste to come to this country, may I suggest that we take with us a ning the phones and checking stories. She loveliest of cities so long ago. page from Tuftonia's Week and encourage got out as soon as she could and has colorful This is also, of course, a victory for the college graduates to remember and honor stories to tell about what a mizzerable per- mechanical typewriter over the burgeoning their college years by offering and volunteer- son I am to work for, but I digress. Actually, forces of cyberspace. I hereby hub my Royal, ing their knowledge and expertise in their I’m not that hard to work for. Ask Carole a brand name that is currently being dragged Vernier, who works for me now. On second through the mud. The suspected Unabomber communities. Such an endeavor by my col- thought, don’t ask Carole. I do get a little is said to have written his manifesto on a 40- leagues would be a great tribute to the volun- difficult around deadline. I am no longer di- year-old Royal, the same age as mine. As for teer commitment of many Tufts University gressing, I am regressing. Say, can the Pul- the part about being ‘‘the conscience of the alumni as well as an outstanding celebration itzer board!—and thank you thank you city,’’ this city had one—plus great style— of Tuftonia's Week. thank you whoever your are—where was I? long before I came down the river from Sac- f Oh yes, can the board take the prize back ramento. The city’s overriding sense of fair once it has been bestowed? This could well be play always appealed to me and I have been SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE COL- a historic test. delighted to get the chance to help keep it UMNIST HERB CAEN RECEIVES Anyway, when Karyn of the AP called for alive. About being ‘‘the voice,’’ I seem to PULITZER PRIZE a comment, I said ‘‘A little late for April have lost it at the moment, being speechless Fool jokes, isn’t it?’’ She finally convinced with surprise. All I can manage to croak is, me this was for real, whereupon I fell back ‘‘For columns like this, they give a Pul- HON. TOM LANTOS on the old barnyard joke whose punchline is itzer?’’ OF CALIFORNIA ‘‘What a pullet surprise,’’ laying an egg in f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the process. ‘‘Be serious,’’ she said, sternly, Tuesday, April 16, 1996 ‘‘I’m on deadline.’’ ‘‘You’re on deadline?’’ I IN TRIBUTE OF PROF. JAN KARSKI snapped. ‘‘Whaddya think I’m on, a Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, Herb Caen, a Stairmaster? And you know how I get at truly extraordinary talent in the world of jour- deadline time,’’ In truth, my thoughts were HON. NANCY PELOSI OF CALIFORNIA nalism, joined an elite group of journalists last so scattered and my surprise, pullet or other- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES week when he was awarded the Pulitzer wise, so genuine that I had no statement to Prize. He received a special Pulitzer Award make beyond ‘‘Duh, I’ll get back to you.’’ Tuesday, April 16, 1996 that recognizes his unique and enormous con- What I think happened is that I outlasted the Pulitzer board members. They kept wait- Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today with tributions to the city that he loves with all his ing for me to pop off, so they wouldn’t have the Holocaust Center of Northern California to heart. For almost 58 years, Herb Caen has to think about that West Coast noodnik any honor Prof. Jan Karski, a member of the Pol- delighted residents of San Francisco and the longer, and when I passed 80 they caved in. ish underground during World War II who surrounding communities with stories and About 25 years ago, Art Hoppe and I made risked his life in an effort to stop the Holo- thoughts on our unique and wonderful ``City by a solemn pact, sealed in blood: If either or caust. the Bay.'' both of us ever won a Pulitzer, we’d refuse to Professor Karski, a devout Roman Catholic, Herb Caen fills his daily 1,000-word column accept it. That’s because we felt that a lot of was captured and savagely tortured by the with an incredible range of items, from political columnists who didn’t deserve the prize were Gestapo while working as a courier in 1940. winning it. Besides, the years were rolling platforms to society gossip to humorous en- along without a nod from Olympus, which Willing to sacrifice his life to protect the under- counters with the many interesting individuals would make it easy for him or me to say ground, Professor Karski escaped with the within the rich and diverse city of San Fran- coldly, ‘‘Too late, ladies and gentlemen, too help of the Polish workers, and returned to his cisco. While there is almost always a laugh late.’’ Well, when the word came through work as a courier. contained in Herb Caen's column, he did not yesterday, I was in a quandary. A sacred vow In 1942, Professor Karski was smuggled shy away from expressing controversial opin- sealed with a vile oath is not to be broken into the Warsaw ghetto and death camp near ions on issues concerning the city and the lightly. As I was tentatively rehearsing vari- Belzec, and then traveled secretly to Washing- country. I am delighted that the Pulitzer board ations on ‘‘I don’t need no steenkin’ prizes,’’ ton, DC, where he provided President Roo- Hoppe poked his head into my office and said sevelt, other top Government officials, journal- recognized these extraordinary qualities when ‘‘Forget it. I release you.’’ That is one of sev- they conferred this special prize, only the fifth eral reasons I think Art Hoppe deserved a ists, and religious leaders with a terrifying eye- in the history of the awards. Pulitzer a long time ago. witness account of the extermination of thou- The only person who can adequately ex- No, I never expected to win the gonfalon, sands of helpless and innocent Jews. Profes- press the importance of this award to the San the gong, the biggie. Year after year I stud- sor Karski traveled extensively throughout the E538 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 16, 1996 United States lecturing about the atrocities he Corp., and the certificate of merit from the created parent-to-parent workshops in both had witnessed. In 1944, he published a best- Queens Women's Center. English and Spanish where parents can learn selling book, ``The Story of the Secret State'', Fully understanding the workings of Amer- from each other about good parenting skills. which exposed the Nazis' genocidal plans. ican government and responding in the true Parent-to-parent combines teaching, peer Twenty-five years later, Professor Karski American spirit of voluntarism and civic partici- counseling, and sharing to help parents find broke his silence about the terrible secret in pation, Honey has risen to a variety of promi- caring ways to guide their children. Claude Lanzmann's epic Holocaust film docu- nent positions in the area of elected leader- Sister Charlotte is a resource we treasure in mentary, ``Shoah.'' In recognition of his cour- ship. While currently serving as Democratic the Second District of Arizona. We are proud age on behalf of the Jewish people, Professor district leader for the 24th Assembly District, a that her programs for children are being rec- Karski was honored at Yad Vashem as a position which she has held since 1972, ognized, and I congratulate her on her accom- Righteous Among the Nations in 1982 and the Honey has also chaired the women's division plishments. Israeli Government awarded him honorary citi- of the New York State Democratic Committee, f zenship in 1994. was treasurer of the Women's Executive Com- I am pleased to join with the Holocaust Cen- mittee of the Queens County Democratic Or- TRIBUTE TO JEWISH WAR VETER- ter of Northern California and the Jewish reli- ganization, second vice chairperson of the ANS U.S.A., NORTH ESSEX, POST gious community to pay tribute to this great Queens Democratic Committee, and served 146 man on Yom HaShoah, the Day of Holocaust as delegate to the last five Democratic Na- Remembrance, which begins at sundown on tional Conventions. HON. WILLIAM J. MARTINI Monday, April 15, 1996. Mr. Speaker, Honey Miller has come to OF NEW JERSEY Professor Karski is a hero not only to his symoblize the truest example of the American IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES own people but to all of humanity. With his un- participatory spirit. I ask all my colleagues to Tuesday, April 16, 1996 wavering courage and integrity, Professor join with the grateful people of the Fifth Con- Karski is a role model for us all, for he dem- gressional District in extending to Honey Miller Mr. MARTINI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to onstrated how the human spirit can triumph the highest accolades of appreciation and rec- pay tribute to a very special group of Ameri- over extreme evil and adversity. Now in his ognition. cans from the Eighth Congressional District of eighties, Professor Karski continues to speak f New Jersey. out against racism, anti-Semitism and intoler- On March 15, 1896, a group of Jewish vet- ance so others might learn from the horrible HONORING SISTER CHARLOTTE erans gathered for the first time and formed mistakes of the past. an organization by pledging to maintain their f HON. ED PASTOR true allegiance to the United States, to stand OF ARIZONA against the sway of bigotry, and to honor the HONORING HONEY MILLER FOR IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES patriotic service performed by men of Jewish HER MANY YEARS OF COMMU- faith. This organization, the Jewish War Veter- Tuesday, April 16, 1996 NITY SERVICE ans U.S.A., has for a century offered a stead- Mr. PASTOR. Mr. Speaker, today I rise to fast portrait of loyalty, sacrifice, and self-re- HON. GARY L. ACKERMAN congratulate Sister Charlotte of Project YES!, solve. OF NEW YORK who has been chosen as a recipient of the Our loyalties mark the kinds of persons we IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES National Service Award. I am especially have chosen to become. Real loyalty endures pleased that her work is being recognized at inconvenience, withstands hardship, and does Tuesday, April 16, 1996 the national level for two reasons: First, she not flinch under assault. The individuals who Mr. ACKERMAN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today has been a strong and tireless advocate for make up the Jewish War Veterans U.S.A. con- to join with my constituents and with the mem- children, and second, she has brought re- sistently allow this genuine loyalty to pervade bers of the Eastern Queens Democratic Club sources and attention to an economically de- the whole of their lives. as they honor Honey Miller at the club's an- prived area. It is because of her work that the The members of JWV, Post 146 remind us nual dinner at the Douglaston Manor in children living in this multiethnic area have ac- that the loyal, patriotic citizen expects no great Queens County, NY. cess to educational opportunities, and more reward for coming to his country's aid. On the For many years, Honey Miller has been a importantly, hope. contrary, a devoted patriot seeks only that his model of what the term ``community activist'' She has provided opportunities for the chil- country flourishes. should mean. While serving as deputy director dren in her neighborhood to work with tutors, When it comes to honoring their country, of Queens community boards from 1985 to socialize, to have enriching educational ex- their faith, and their comrades, the veterans of through 1990, Honey used her expertise to periences, to be in sports leagues, to develop Post 146 know that good intentions are no help local boards address major, complex is- spiritually, to better understand their culture, guarantee for right actions. Indeed, the mem- sues that impacted on the growth and devel- and to bond with adults. She has created a bers of Post 146 have demonstrated both the opment of the borough's many communities. loving, caring, safe environment for many chil- wisdom to know the right thing to do, and the While immersed in this ongoing role Honey dren who have never known such a place. For will to do it. Certainly, they have lived up to developed a second field of expertise by be- many of these children, Project YES! is not the obligations of loyalty, patriotism, and serv- coming a professional volunteer. As a PTA just a home away from home, it is the only ice. leader, president of the Aviva chapter of B'nai home they know. To be a loyal citizen means to achieve a Brith, a companion to children with emotional Because Project YES! is so special to the high standard of caring seriously about the problems at the Creedmoor Hospital, a chair- children, the only discipline needed is the well-being of one's nation. I am proud to honor woman of the adult-education program at the threat of time out from Project YES! No one and praise the Jewish War Veterans U.S.A. Marathon Jewish Center, a volunteer at the misbehaves because no one wants to be ex- for exceeding this standard. Congratulations Queens County District Attorney's office, and cluded even for a few hours. JWV U.S.A. for 100 years of Jewish pride and a chauffeur for senior citizens at the Samuel Sister Charlotte first became involved in American patriotism, and Post 146 on your Field Y, Honey Miller established a reputation Project YES! in 1983 as a member of its 60th anniversary. as someone who could undertake any task board of directors. Her background in guid- f and get the job done. ance counseling and teaching encouraged her Mr. Speaker, the community has not only interest and her enthusiasm for this alternative WELCOME BACK LOU STOKES benefited from Honey's dedication, but also way of reaching children. Consequently, in has responded to her good works by present- 1987 she left her elementary school adminis- HON. STEVE C. LaTOURETTE ing her with many and varied honors, including trator position with the Santa Cruz Catholic OF OHIO Woman of the Year for the northeast Queens School and became the executive director of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Memorial Day parade, certificates of achieve- Project YES! ment from B'nai Brith and the Marathon Jew- Under her creative and enthusiastic direc- Tuesday, April 16, 1996 ish Center, citation of achievement from the tion, Project YES! has become a vital force in Mr. LATOURETTE. Mr. Speaker, yesterday metropolitan region of the United Synagogue the lives of hundreds of children and of their my friend and colleague, LOU STOKES, re- of America, the Community Service Award parents. In addition to the supportive environ- turned to the House of Representatives. I from the Glen Oaks Volunteer Ambulance ment and programs for the children, she has wanted to take this opportunity to tell him how April 16, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E539 much his presence and guidance were missed The association was started by a visionary trict were honored for their notable contribu- in this institution, and how the Congress is en- named Donald E. Dickason, a former director tions to northwest Indiana. Student Recogni- riched to have him back, and in good health. of nonacademic personnel at the University of tion Awards, a President's Award, a Commu- Anyone who knows LOU STOKES knows it Illinois at Champaign in 1946. At that time, nity Outreach Award, a Cesar Chavez award would take nothing short of major surgery to Dickason invited representatives from more and an Outstanding Family Award were pre- keep him away from the House of Represent- than 50 post-secondary institutions in the Mid- sented by the Hispanic Coordinating Council atives. As it turns out, it was major heart sur- west to a forum to discuss problems unique to during a banquet held at the American Legion gery that kept LOU away, which seems fitting higher education personnel administration. He Post No. 369 in East Chicago, IN. because LOU has one major heart. I am envisioned an Association that would provide Sixty Hispanic students representing thirty pleased he came through his surgery with fly- timely information and support to help foster northwest Indiana and northeast Illinois high ing colors, and know he will resume his work leadership among personnel administrator. He schools were recognized for their academic with the same level of intensity and commit- envisioned an Association that would provide and athletic achievement. The students who ment we've all come to expect from him. I timely information and support to help foster received awards for Outstanding Academic thank the fine doctors of the Cleveland Clinic leadership among personnel administrators Achievement include: Melissa Hogg, Andrean for taking care of our good friend, and sending and growth among institutions. The 44 individ- High School; Angelica Quiroz, Calumet High him back to us as good as new. uals who attended the meeting agreed and School; April Ybarra, Clark Middle/Senior High As a member of the Ohio delegation and a thus CUPA was born. School; Leandro Cortez, Jr., East Chicago Representative from northeast Ohio, I have al- I first became aware of CUPA when I spon- Central High School; Fidel Lopez, Edison Jun- ways valued LOU's experience and wisdom, sored H.R. 127, the Employer Provided Edu- ior/Senior High School; Laura Rivera, Gavit and feel blessed to have a role model like him cation Assistance Act to reinstate the exclu- Middle/High School; Susan Barriga, Griffith in the House. In all my dealings with LOU sion from income for employees who receive Senior High School; Tina Rongel, Hammond STOKES he has been fair, forthright, and de- compensation for education expenses from High School; Iris Sanchez, Hanover Central cent, and it is greatly appreciated. their employer. As many colleges and univer- High School; Raymond Padron, Hebron Jun- So, on the occasion of his return to the sities use this valuable training and re-training ior/Senior High School; Nicole Yadron, High- House, I wish him well. The dean of the Ohio tool to help their personnel keep on the cutting land High School; Nina Ramos, Hobart High delegation was dearly missed, and I for one edge of new technology and information in School; Elvin Roman, Horace Mann High am very glad that he is back. various education fields, CUPA has helped to School; Megan Mendoza, Lowell High School; f lead the charge in trying to reinstate this im- Carmen Bonilla and Robert Martinez, Merrillville High School; Rebekah Perez, Mor- LARS ANDERSON portant provision to the tax code. It is in this tradition that CUPA promotes ef- ton High School; Christopher Garcia and fective management and development of Odette Gutierrez, Munster High School; James HON. BILL RICHARDSON human resources in higher education by pro- Espinoza, Portage High School; Patrica OF NEW MEXICO viding a forum for the exchange of ideas and Cisneros and Javier Fuentes, River Forest IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES providing valuable information and services to High School; Mabel Lamas and Allison Karas, Tuesday, April 16, 1996 its membership on the national, regional, and Thornton Fractional North High School; Leslie Mr. RICHARDSON. Mr. Speaker, it is with chapter level. Cruz, Thornton Fractional South High School; great respect and admiration that I honor Among the functions CUPA provides is the William Marquez and Alison DeSchamp, today a business associate, good friend, and distribution of information critical to expanding Valparaiso High School; and Santiago fellow New Mexican, Lars Anderson. and enhancing the higher education human Rodrigues, Jr., Whiting Middle/High School. The students who received awards for Out- Mr. Anderson was recently honored by the resource management profession through standing Athletic Achievement include: Mat- New Mexico AIDS Services by receiving the publications and other actions. CUPA provides thew Murawski, Andrean High School; Israel Ron McDaniel Award, named for the late AIDS such support and assistance to help its mem- Anthony Roman, Bishop Noll Institute; Daniel and human rights activist. This tribute recog- bership understand and comply with various Mendez, Boone Grove High School; Seleno nizes commitment and compassion for people federal laws and regulations such as the Civil Gomez, Calumet High School; Manuel impacted by HIV in Santa Fe, NM. Today I sa- Rights Act, the Age Discrimination in Employ- Amezcua, Clark Middle/Senior High School; lute Mr. Anderson for this revered honor. ment Act [ADEA], the Americans with Disabil- Mr. Anderson is a highly dedicated and re- ities Act [ADA], and the Family Medical Leave Paul Maldonado and Frank Chabes, East Chi- sponsible individual, whether in financial man- Act [FMLA] to name just a few. By providing cago Central High School; Nick Reyes, Edison agement, where I have benefited from his ex- this valuable information in a timely and pro- Junior/Senior High School; Enrique Luna, pertise, or in his steadfast endeavors to help fessional manner, CUPA helps to ensure their Gavit Middle/Senior High School; Stefanie others in need. He has been volunteering members are living up to both the spirit and Dominquez, Griffith Senior High School; Diana many hours for over 2 years with the Hand-in the intent of these important worker right and Cruz, Hammond High School; Jennifer Conley, Hand Practical Support Program, assisting protection laws. Hanover Central High School; Rachel those who are dying with AIDS. He has given CUPA has grown from the original 44 indi- Guzman, Highland High School; Kristopher his loyal support to help relieve the pain, both viduals who attended the first meeting in 1946 Kingery, Hobart High School; Jose Fogleman, physically and emotionally, to those afflicted to 6,100 human resource administrators rep- Lowell High School; Mike Villanueva, with this fatal disease. resenting more than 1,800 colleges and uni- Merrillville High School; David Mendoza, Mor- I am extremely grateful to be associated versities and other institutions interested in the ton High School; Alaina Altschu and Derek with Mr. Anderson. I respectfully invite all of advancement of the human resource profes- Serna, Munster High School; Nicholas Munoz my colleagues in the House of Representa- sion nationwide. and Leroy Vega, Portage High School; tives to join me in giving tribute to this es- I ask my colleagues to join me in recogniz- Mellissa Piunti, River Forest High School; and teemed New Mexican. ing the many accomplishments of CUPA, in Luis Dominguez, Whiting Middle/Senior High f congratulating them on 50 years of excellence, School. and in wishing them well in their next 50 years Those students who received awards for CUPA 50TH ANNIVERSARY of service. being an Outstanding Student include: William f Maldonado, East Chicago Central High HON. SANDER M. LEVIN School; Zack Escobedo, Lake Ridge Middle HISPANIC COORDINATING COUNCIL OF MICHIGAN School; Thomas Bonez, Portage High School; AWARDS IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and Jason Lee Pedroza, River Forest High School. Tuesday, April 16, 1996 HON. PETER J. VISCLOSKY The Council also presented the Outstanding Mr. LEVIN. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ac- OF INDIANA Family Award to Jose and Josephine Valtierra knowledge an association that has had a sig- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and their 11 children. This distinguished family nificant impact in the advancement of higher was carefully selected from many qualified education human resource managementÐthe Tuesday, April 16, 1996 families on the basis of their unity and dedica- College and University Personnel Association Mr. VISCLOSKY. Mr. Speaker, on Saturday, tion to one another's successes. The Senoras [CUPA], which celebrated its 50th anniversary April 13, 1996, numerous outstanding His- of Yesteryear received the President's Award. on April 11, 1996. panics from Indiana's First Congressional Dis- This Senoras of Yesteryear honors women E540 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 16, 1996 who have recorded and documented achieve- TRIBUTE TO DR. JAMES J. budget antics that have left these primary en- ments of Hispanic families in East Chicago FADULE, JR. vironmental agencies limping through the 1996 and the Indiana Harbor Region. The Commu- fiscal year with only a fraction of the funding nity Organization Award was presented to the HON. WILLIAM J. MARTINI needed to function. The impacts of Republican cuts to the EPA Hammond Hispanic Community Committee. OF NEW JERSEY include: Juan Andrade, Jr. earned the Cesar Chavez IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Weakened enforcement of environmental Award for co-founding the Midwest-Northeast Tuesday, April 16, 1996 lawsÐincluding a 40-percent reduction in Voter Registration Education Project. Juan Mr. MARTINI. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to health and safety inspections of industrial fa- was also recently named one of the ``100 Most pay tribute to a very special individual from the cilities; Influential Hispanics in America'' by the His- Eighth Congressional District of New Jersey. Delayed new standards to protect drinking panic Business Magazine. Dr. James J. Fadule, Jr. has served as su- waterÐincluding tap water standards for pol- Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my other distin- perintendent of the Nutley Public Schools for lutants like cryptosporidium, which killed 100 guished colleagues to join me in applauding the past 18 years and has set the standard for people in Milwaukee in 1993; Delayed new and ongoing cleanups at toxic all of the award recipients chosen by the His- pedagogical excellence. waste sitesÐstart of new construction halted panic Coordinating Council. I feel that all of ``What should I be when I grow up?'' is a question many young people ask when they at 68 sites; pace of cleanup slowed at 400 the participants are most deserving of the hon- are in school. Dr. Fadule has changed the sites; ors that were bestowed upon them. Moreover, premise of the question by encouraging stu- Rolled back community right-to-know infor- I would like to commend the Hispanic Coordi- dents to ask ``What should be my work in the mation about toxic chemicals; nating Council, its President, Ben Luna, and world?'' This is not a question about a pay- Created barriers to developing new controls all of the Council members for committing check, but a question about life. to protect rivers and streams from industrial themselves to preserving their culture. It is my The work of Dr. Fadule's life has been to water pollutants; privilege to commend them on their achieve- push students and teachers to expand their Delayed approving pesticides with lower health risks as a safer alternative for farmers; ments. energies for the sake of achieving something Delayed new standards for toxic industrial special. Work in this intrinsic sense is not what air pollutants; f we do for a living but what we do with our liv- Delayed review of air pollution standards to ing. ensure adequate health protection; and 25TH ANNIVERSARY OF GAY AND Some of life's greatest joys come from the Delayed studies on how toxic chemicals LESBIAN ACTIVIST ALLIANCE OF work of one's life. Indeed, those who have ne- may impair reproductive development and WASHINGTON, DC glected the joy of work, of a job well done, studies on how pollution affects high-risk pop- have lost something very meaningful. Thank ulations. you, Dr. James Fadule for your life's workÐI These are just some of the effects of the HON. ELEANOR HOLMES NORTON am certain that as you begin your retirement cuts to EPA funding. I have not even listed the you will continue to encourage, teach, and ap- OF THE DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA serious impacts of spending cuts on the De- preciate others in all that you do. partment of the Interior. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES f I will conclude with two observations. First, Tuesday, April 16, 1996 THE ENVIRONMENT scientists say you cannot separate personal health from the health of our environment. Pol- Ms. NORTON. Mr. Speaker, Tuesday, April lution prevention equals disease prevention. 16, 1996, marks the 25th anniversary of the HON. NANCY PELOSI These foolish cuts are reducing our Nation's Gay and Lesbian Activist Alliance [GLAA]. OF CALIFORNIA investment in public health. It is false economy GLAA is the oldest consistently active lesbian IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES to cut back on enforcement of clean air and and gay political and civil rights organization in Tuesday, April 16, 1996 clean water. How sad that 26 years after the the United States. I am proud to represent Ms. PELOSI. Mr. Speaker, as we approach first Earth Day and a generation of fighting pollution, the Republicans are choosing to dis- GLAA in Congress and to count its members the 26th anniversary of the first Earth Day next Monday, I would like to make the follow- mantle environmental programs. among my friends. Second, I will call attention to a report on ing observations about the 104th Congress. Since its founding in 1971, GLAA has re- The 104th Congress came to Washington environmental protection by the California mained a nonpartisan organization and a con- with an aggressive, antienvironment agenda State Senate. The press reports, ``Contrary to sistent force advocating the civil and political promoted largely by industry and special inter- popular belief, environmental regulations are rights of the lesbian and gay people in Wash- est groups who were determined to turn back not a major cause of job losses and declining ington, DC, and across the Nation. GLAA has 25 years of progress to protect public health, economic performance.'' The Senate report concludes that environ- played a pivotal role in establishing a ban on safety, and the environment. mental laws are not a major cause for the re- discrimination against lesbian and gay public The budget cuts proposed by the Gingrich location of business to other States or coun- schoolteachers in Washington, DC, the first in Congress for the Department of the Interior tries. According to the report, more jobs are and the Environmental Protection Agency are the Nation. Its efforts helped lead to the pas- lost from leveraged buyouts and mergers than aimed at the heart of our Nation's environ- sage of DC's Human Rights Act, the founding from controlling pollution. mental protection. The two departments with of the Civilian Complaint Review Board, the The American people have the answerÐ the greatest environmental authority have be- reform of the District's sodomy statute, and they want a safe and healthy environment. We come the prime targets in the current attack the enactment of DC's domestic partnership should follow their lead, and we should live up on the environment. law. to their expectations that the Federal Govern- The proposed cut in funding for the EPA is ment will ensure their health and safety at all GLAA's work with elected officials in Wash- 21 percent below last year's level, which levels. We should remember that every day of ington, DC, has resulted in more effective would seriously affect EPA's enforcement of every year. AIDS prevention programs targeted to the clean air, clean water, and safe drinking water f public schools, to the prisons, to the home- laws. The Interior appropriations bill included less, and to underserved populations in the provisions to open Alaska's Tongass National H.R. 3173—THE CONSUMER Nation's Capital. The alliance's tireless advo- Forest to increased logging and continue the PRODUCTS SAFE TESTING ACT cacy on behalf of persons living with AIDS in- moratorium on listing new endangered spe- creased local funding for AIDS services and cies. HON. TOM LANTOS The funding for protection of our Nation's programs. OF CALIFORNIA wetlands, endangered species, forests, and IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES I hope my fellow Members will join me in public lands must not be sacrificed in favor of congratulating the Gay and Lesbian Activist short-term profits for miners, grazers, and de- Tuesday, April 16, 1996 Alliance on its 25th anniversary. I wish them velopers. Programs to protect our Nation's Mr. LANTOS. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to every success in their future endeavors. water and air should not be held hostage to call to the attention of my colleagues the April 16, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E541 Consumer Products Safe Testing Act which I review its regulations concerning toxicity test- a balanced budget law. In Oklahoma any new recently introduced, along with thirty-two of our ing, the bill takes a bite out of federal regula- tax must be submitted to a vote of the people colleagues. This long-overdue legislation aims tion, while ensuring consumers' safety. of the State unless the tax receives a three- at scaling back outdated and burdensome fed- In recognition of the contribution animal fourths supermajority of both the State house eral regulations used by the FDA and other tests make to the medical community, the bill and the State senate. I wonder how many new Federal agencies regarding toxicity testing of specifically exempts all medical research. Only taxes or tax increases would pass if they re- cosmetics, corrosives, and other substances. regulations regarding toxicity testing are af- quired a two-thirds supermajority or were sub- The bill calls on all Federal regulatory agen- fected. mitted to a vote of the American people? cies with jurisdiction over toxicity testing to re- I am delighted to sponsor the Consumer view and evaluate their regulations concerning Products Safe Testing Act. This legislation will f animal acute toxicity testing. The bill estab- move towards ensuring that the Federal Gov- lishes no new mandates regarding animal tox- ernment treats non-animal acute toxicity test- THE ‘‘WE THE PEOPLE’’ PROGRAM icity testing. For many years, the Federal Gov- ing as an acceptable standard and that out- ernment has used animals to test the toxicity dated and cumbersome regulations are re- HON. DAN BURTON viewed and reevaluated. of consumer products. This bill seeks to estab- OF INDIANA lish, wherever possible, non-animal acute tox- f IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES icity testing as an acceptable standard for PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION Government regulations without compromising Tuesday, April 16, 1996 OF HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION human safety. Mr. BURTON of Indiana. Mr. Speaker, on Development of new technology has 159, CONSTITUTIONAL AMEND- MENT RELATING TO TAXES April 27±29, 1996, more than 1,300 students achieved substantial gains in the field of non- from 50 States and the District of Columbia animal alternatives for acute toxicity tests. SPEECH OF will be in Washington, DC, to compete in the Many cosmetic companies, including Avon, HON. J.C. WATTS, JR. national finals of the ``We the People . . . the Revlon, Redken, Paul Mitchell, The Body Citizen and the Constitution'' Program. I am Shop, and Nexxus, already use alternatives to OF OKLAHOMA IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES proud to announce that the class from Law- animal testing for screening and developing rence Central High School in Indianapolis, IN, their products. In addition, many biotechnology Monday, April 15, 1996 will represent Indiana's Sixth Congressional firms are developing non-animal tests to deter- Mr. WATTS of Oklahoma. Mr. Speaker, District. These young scholars have worked mine the safety of various consumer products Americans understand the necessity of paying diligently to reach the national finals by win- they produce. These tests include Skintex by bills, balancing checkbooks, and living within ning local competitions in their home State. InVitro International and Testskin by their means. It is unfortunate that Americans The distinguished members of the team rep- Organogenisis, Inc., which use human skin must struggle to make ends meet, but their resenting Indiana are: Amber Anderson, Carrie equivalent to measure irritancy. InVitro has ac- Government does not understand that con- Anderson, Heather Bailey, Alicia Crichton, Na- tually developed a series of non-animal test cept. than Criswell, Finda Fallah, Jeremy Freismuth, kits which evaluate and rank irritancy and tox- The current Tax Code, with its high marginal Lourie Gilbert, Robert Gordon, Phillip Gray, icity of a wide variety of substances. rates and thousands of pages of rules, regula- Amanda Gross, Tim Halligan, Lindsey Hamil- Despite these advances, the Federal Gov- tions, and redtape, poses a formidable barrier ernment still relies on animals for toxicity test- ton, Brandon Hart, Scott King, Brent Patter- to economic growth. Tax reform must move son, Mike Petro, Megan Pratt, Jason Roberts, ing. The result is that many companies at the toward making the Tax Code more user cutting edge of non-animal technology are Anthony Roque, C. David Smith, Tony Snider, friendly and create incentives for savings and Tomeka Stansberry, Crystal Sullivan, Sarah forced to market their products overseas. If investment. the United States is to remain a world leader Thompson, Gene Wagner, Maurice Williams, America's voters sent Washington a mes- and Mike Zabst. in biotechnology, we must reexamine our Fed- sage in November 1994Ðjust as Americans I would also like to recognize their teacher, eral regulations to reflect the advances in test- balance their budgets, so should the Govern- Drew Horvath, who deserves much of the ing methods already in progress. If we fail to ment. This Congress has made fiscal respon- credit for the success of the team, The district encourage developments in this field and con- sibility the hallmark of our legislative agenda. coordinator, Langdon Healy, and the State co- tinue using outdated federal regulations, we We passed the Balanced Budget Act of 1995, ordinator, Robert Leming, also contributed a run the risk of falling behind the rest of the in- which included a tax reform package, but un- significant amount of time and effort to help dustrialized world and losing our position as a fortunately, the President vetoed it. the team reach the national finals. world leader in science. By calling on the Fed- Today, millions of Americans will pay the eral Government to reevaluate its regulations Federal Government their share of the tax cut The ``We the People . . . the Citizen and on toxicity testing to include non-animal tests that the Republican Congress promised, then the Constitution'' Program is the most exten- wherever possible, the Consumer Products passed, and that the President promised, then sive educational program in the country devel- Safe Testing Act will encourage U.S. compa- vetoed. The Congress passed this tax cut be- oped specifically to educate young people nies to develop and market non-animal testing cause we believe the people who earn the about the Constitution and the Bill of Rights. products in the United States. money should keep more of what they earn, The 3-day national competition simulates a Non-animal alternatives to toxicity tests, in so they can do more for themselves, their chil- congressional hearing in which students' oral addition to being more humane, produce bet- dren, their churches, and their communities. presentations are judged on the basis of their ter data and reduce costs over the long term. For too long, Congress denied its respon- knowledge of constitutional principles and their Scientists agree that, despite the usefulness of sibility by using tax increases to cover up its ability to apply them to historical and contem- animals for testing purposes, human cells and own lack of political will to make tough budg- porary issues. tissue produce more accurate results. As tech- etary decisions. Because Federal benefits Administered by the Center for Civic Edu- nology progresses to develop an acceptable tend to be targeted at specific groups, special cation, the ``We the People . . . '' Program, battery of tests, non-animal toxicity testing can interest groups consistently come together to now in its ninth academic year, has reach provide a more cost effective method of test- effectively lobby for more spending. Taxes, on more than 70,400 teachers, and 22,600,000 ing products. Savings can be realized from re- the other hand, are spread among many mil- students nationwide at the upper elementary, duction in animal care and storage, in addition lions of working Americans who don't hire middle, and high school levels. Members of to time saved. Washington lobbyists. Congress and their staff enhance the program Time involved in product testing remains a Limiting the ability of Congress to raise by discussing current constitutional issues with crucial factor. Many product development taxes will force Congress to set real budget students and teachers. companies spend large amounts of time and priorities. To safeguard our children and The ``We the People . . . '' Program pro- resources in the government regulatory proc- grandchildren from a return to the profligate vides an excellent opportunity for students to ess. Animal testing often takes several years ways of the past, of tax and spend, and spend gain an informed perspective on the signifi- to complete. If acceptable alternatives are de- and tax, we must enact a tax limitation cance of the U.S. Constitution and its place in veloped, this would save the producer, as well amendment that ensures congressional ac- our history and our lives. I wish these students as the regulatory agency, time and money countability for the taxpayers' money. the best of luck in the national finals and look during the lengthy and cumbersome approval My home State of Oklahoma has had a tax forward to their continued success in the years process. In asking the Federal Government to limitation on its books since 1922. It also has ahead. E542 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 16, 1996 TRIBUTE TO DR. LOREN BENSLEY the gloomy circle he stands in. His trance is teaching English in densely populated cities to OF CENTRAL MICHIGAN UNIVER- broken by the sound of crying. He looks over repairing damaged or outdated water struc- SITY at Corporal Far’s young widow, her whole tures in remote villages. The beauty of this body shaking in anguish and sorrow. He moves his attention towards a young marine program is that it is a cultural exchange. Yes, HON. DAVE CAMP in a crisp blue uniform. He watches the sol- the host countries are exposed to some of the OF MICHIGAN dier closely as he removes a shining gold technological and social advancements our IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES bugle from its case. The bugle boy raises the country has to offer through the important instrument to his lips and starts to play. The services of the Peace Corps volunteers; but Tuesday, April 16, 1996 haunting melody of ‘‘Taps’’ fills the little after 2 years of service, the volunteers also Mr. CAMP. Mr. Speaker, it is with great boy’s ears and goose bumps rise on his skin. bring back home with them more than they pleasure that I rise today to recognize an out- Each moving phrase of the melody is echoed could ever anticipate: a new language, a new by another bugler standing on a hill about a standing teacher, writer, and scholar as he re- quarter of a mile away. The music pene- culture, new job skills, and an enlightened tires from Central Michigan University. On May trates the silence across the lonely Arizona world view. This is a win-win program if I've 2, 1996, Dr. Loren Bensley will celebrate his desert. To the small child, the whole desert ever seen one. retirement after 33 years of service to his stu- resonates. So much so, that even the sage- Knowing that the creation of the Peace dents, the community, and the health profes- brush and the tumble weeds seem to stand at Corps was one of President Kennedy's proud- sion. attention. He senses that he is witnessing est accomplishments during his administration, Dr. Bensley is recognized as a State, na- one of the most significant of human events. I am pleased to see that my uncle's vision for tional, and international scholar in the field of There is a line of military men standing the involvement of U.S. citizens in inter- alongside the casket with burnished rifles at national development has endured. My hat's health education, with 60 publications and their sides. In unison they raise their guns more than 100 presentations to his credit. As into the air and fire 3 shots as the final note off to all current and former Peace Corps vol- president of the American School Health As- of ‘‘Taps’’ floats solemnly over the crowd unteers, and I sincerely hope that their ideal- sociation, he received 32 awards from various and lingers for a few moments. The feeling in ism and service to both our country and our professional organizations for his leadership the air is almost tangible. Even the little international neighbors continues to be passed and contributions. Under his leadership, the boy of five recognizes the importance of on from generation to generation. Eta Chapter of Eta Sigma Gamma, the Na- what he is observing. He is not a spectator, f tional Health Science Honorary, won the Na- but a participant in the event taking place. His attention returns to the flag in the cen- SIDE WITH DOCTORS AND SCI- tional Chapter of the Year award 10 times. ter. ‘‘What does one do to deserve such Such outstanding accomplishments are a tes- ENTISTS, NOT THE DOPE PUSH- honor?’’ he thinks. ERS tament to his academic brilliance and excep- If America could speak she would say, ‘‘I tional leadership capability. need men and women who would give their Mr. Speaker, Dr. Loren Bensley's love for very lives to protect me and preserve the HON. GERALD B.H. SOLOMON and dedication to education is clear. He has freedom and justice I stand for. Patriotism OF NEW YORK consistently gone beyond what was expected in this country, so vital for a nation’s sur- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES or required to achieve excellence not only in vival, has been increasingly replaced by cyn- icism and mistrust of government. I need Tuesday, April 16, 1996 teaching, but writing and leadership. His rep- men and women who embody the same spirit utation as a kind, inspiring, and hard-working Mr. SOLOMON. Mr. Speaker, the pro-drug that possessed George Washington, Paul Re- crowd is at it again, Mr. Speaker. They never scholar will serve as an example to all who vere, Abraham Lincoln, Frederick Douglas, know him for many years to come. I know you Susan B. Anthony, Harriet Tubman, Theo- tire of their sneaky attempts at legalizing will join me in recognizing his achievements dore Roosevelt, Sergeant York, General Mac- drugs. Their latest endeavor is in, no surprise and wishing him a satisfying retirement. Arthur, and even Corporal Far.’’ hereÐCaliforniaÐwhere a fringe group called f America’s call is a call to uphold her com- Californians for Compassionate Use is lobby- mitment to peace, freedom, liberty, and jus- ing the California Legislature to pass two bills ‘‘ANSWERING AMERICA’S CALL’’ tice for all. In an age where discontent and which would legalize marijuana use for medici- HAWAII’S WINNING ESSAY IN excessive individuality seek to undermine nal purposes. Because marijuana has no me- VOICE OF DEMOCRACY CONTEST and trivialize patriotic actions, America dicinal value, it is fairly obvious that this is calls out to each man, woman, and child to remember the sacrifice of thousands, even nothing but a backdoor attempt to legitimize HON. PATSY T. MINK millions, like Corporal Far. They believe in the use of marijuana for all purposes. And that OF HAWAII America’s future and they proved it with is not just my opinion. Mr. Speaker, the FDA has repeatedly re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES their very lines. May each one of us of the rising generation know and feel, as did the jected marijuana for medical use because it April 16, 1996 five year-old Arizona boy, the honor of de- adversely impacts concentration and memory, Mrs. MINK of Hawaii. Mr. Speaker, I submit voted service to our country. Though we the lungs, motor coordination and the immune the winning essay in the Hawaii State Veter- may not die for our country, let us live for it system. A recent evaluation of the issue by by seeking for ways to uphold and strength- ans of Foreign Wars Voice of Democracy en its righteous institutions while con- scientists at NIH concluded, ``after carefully Competition. The author, Emily Shumway, re- stantly focusing on improvement. Each one examining the existing preclinical and human sides in my district. She attends Kahuku High of us must thus answer America’s call. data, there is no evidence to suggest that School and serves as the senior class presi- f smoked marijuana might be superior to cur- dent. In her script, Ms. Shumway explores the rently available therapies for glaucoma, weight theme ``Answering America's Call.'' Her entry IN SUPPORT OF 35TH ANNIVER- loss associated with AIDS, and nausea and gained national recognition from the Veterans SARY OF THE PEACE CORPS vomiting associated with cancer chemo- of Foreign Wars, and she was recently award- therapy.'' ed the Mr. and Mrs. James H. Black Scholar- HON. JOSEPH P. KENNEDY II Marijuana weakens the human immune sys- ship. OF MASSACHUSETTS tem. That is why oncologists reject the idea of I join with her parents, Mr. and Mrs. Eric IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES prescribing smoked marijuana for cancer Brandon and Carolyn Merrill Shumway of Laie, chemotherapy. Experts also oppose the use of Tuesday, April 16, 1996 HI, to congratulate Emily Shumway for her marijuana to treat glaucoma. As for AIDS pa- outstanding performance in the 1996 Voice of Mr. KENNEDY of Massachusetts. Mr. tients, it does not facilitate weight gain, further Democracy Program. The VFW Post 3927 of Speaker, I rise today to offer my congratula- weakens the immune system, and puts them Waimanalo, HI, sponsored her in this year's tions to the Peace Corps on the celebration of at significant risk for infections and respiratory contest. Her essay is as follows: its 35th anniversary and to thank all of the problems. ANSWERING AMERICA’S CALL many volunteers who have given so much of For these reasons the American Cancer So- (By Emily Shumway) themselves over the past three and a half dec- ciety, the American Glaucoma Society and the A young boy clings to his mother’s black ades to ensure the success of the Peace American Medical Society all oppose using dress, his eyes fixed on the bright flag draped Corps mission abroad. marijuana for medicinal purposes. over a coffin. The rays from the blazing Ari- The Peace Corps currently has over 6,000 Unfortunately, this seriously misguided effort zona sun sparkle and dance on the shining American volunteers operating in 94 countries, is not limited to some hippies out in California. flag, causing it to glitter. The flag lights up providing skills and services that range from It has reached the Congress of the United April 16, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E543

States. Representative BARNEY FRANK has in- highjacking. Highjackers flew aircraft to Cuba is being promoted all across our Nation and troduced legislationÐH.R. 2618Ðthat would for refuge and in several instances, pas- throughout the world. federalize the right to use marijuana for medi- sengers or crew were killed. Negotiations with These organizations deserve our com- cal purposes. This is dangerous legislationÐ Cuba and other countries denied these crimi- mendation for their concern for children's well- and I can assure you, Mr. Speaker, that I will nals a safe haven. Passengers and luggage being, community service, private initiative, stop H.R. 2618 dead in its tracks should it re- were screened for weapons. With air mar- and international promotion. Their work in pro- ceive significant supportÐsomething I do not shalls assigned by the FAA, the number of viding positive activities for teenagers de- anticipate happening. highjackings decreased dramatically by 1972. serves the recognition and support of this I urge my colleagues to focus on what this However, some of the safety arrangements House. issue is all about: The organizations lobbying still exist. During his tenure air safety reached I urge my colleagues to support this impor- for H.R. 2618 are intentionally exploiting the a new high. In 1970, only two deaths occurred tant bill. pain and suffering of others as part of their on U.S. air carriers. f backdoor attempt to legalize marijuana. The most difficult task for the Administrator f was to instill confidence in the Agencies air PERSONAL EXPLANATION traffic controllers. Following a sick-out by con- TRIBUTE TO JACK SHAFFER trollers on duty, with as many as 50% of a sin- HON. TODD TIAHRT gle shift calling in sick, delays and flight can- OF KANSAS HON. BUD SHUSTER cellations became burdensome to the flying IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES OF PENNSYLVANIA public. Finally, in 1972, it took court action to Tuesday, April 16, 1996 IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES curtail their union activities. The Air Traffic Tuesday, April 16, 1996 Controller Career Act, spearheaded by Jack Mr. TIAHRT. Mr. Speaker, earlier today I Mr. SHUSTER. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to Shaffer, provided early retirement and retrain- was unavoidably detained. Had I been pay tribute to Mr. Jack Shaffer. No words ing for its group, some 20,000 employees. present, I would have voted in the affirmative could better describe the character of Jack As a result of these many advancements in on rollcall vote No. 119 (H.R. 2337) and roll- Shaffer than were expressed in Time maga- the aviation system, Jack Shaffer, in 1972 was call vote No. 120 (H. Res. 316). I would re- zine on the naming of his new cabinet officers awarded the Wright Brothers' Trophy for out- quest that my statement be placed in the ap- by President Nixon in 1968, ``cool competence standing service in advancing aviation. He propriate location in today's CONGRESSIONAL rather than passion or brilliance.'' was the first FAA Administrator to be so hon- RECORD. Many of our Nations' leaders are born in ored. f small rural towns. Everett, PA on Feb. 25, One of Jack Shaffers' friends is the legend- PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION 1919, was Jack's birthplace. He grew up much ary golfer, Arnold Palmer, also raised in a OF HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION the same as any small town boy would. Ap- small Western Pennsylvania town. In many re- 159, CONSTITUTIONAL AMEND- pointed to West Point in 1941, where he gards, the two are a lot alike, sharing the MENT RELATING TO TAXES played football, he was a member of the first same qualities; tenacity, desire, passion for class to receive airmen's wings upon gradua- what they do and love of the game of golf. SPEECH OF tion. From there he went to transition flight Both have reached the pinnacle of their pro- school, thence to England where he flew forty- fession, are pilots, and remember their herit- HON. JERRY WELLER six combat missions over Europe in a B±26. age. OF ILLINOIS Staying in the Air Force, he became a After leaving the FAA, Jack continued his IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES project officer in Ohio directing the engineering career in the private sector acting as a con- Monday, April 15, 1996 development of the B±47 and B±50 programs. sultant to Beech Aircraft Corp. and advancing He then resigned his commission and joined the use of Liquid Natural Gas as a preserver Mr. WELLER. Mr. Speaker, I come back to the Mercury division of the Ford Motor Co., of the environment. He is a role model for po- Washington today after an important district moving to Washington as corporate vice presi- litical appointees who move from the private work period. I say important because with tax dent for customer requirements of TRW Inc. sector to government when duty calls. day approaching, and now finally here, I heard With the return of the Republican Party to Jack has been married to Joan for over fifty time and time again from constituents who are the Presidency in 1968, President Nixon se- years and they have raised three fine children. overtaxed. As a result, they find it very difficult lected him to become Administrator of the He is currently in a nursing home in Frederick, to save for retirement, for a down payment on Federal Aviation Administration and he was MD, and is sorely missed by those who know a home, and for a college education for their easily confirmed by the Senate. him and have benefited by his influence on children Having volunteered his time to the Agency their lives. The American people aren't dumb. They before confirmation, he recognized the need f know all to well that the largest obstacle to for a massive increase in the civil aviation in- their personal prosperity is an out-of-touch frastructure. He saw, as his first priority, the IN SUPPORT OF ROTARIANS Government that spends without restraint and need to modernize and update the Nation's air AGAINST SUBSTANCE ABUSE looks to the taxpayers to bail it out after the traffic control and airport systems. He also FOUNDATION fact. recognized that the surrounding environment Some in this Chamber may have forgotten needed protection. Although he was at odds HON. GEORGE MILLER that President Clinton's 1993 tax hike was with others in the administration, he stuck to OF CALIFORNIA passed out of this body by a single vote. I am his principles and succeed in passing, through IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES here to tell you that the people of the 11th dis- a Democratic Congress, the Airport and Air- trict haven't forgotten that vote that enacted Tuesday, April 16, 1996 way Development Acts of 1970. The Legisla- the greatest tax increase in the history of our tion set aside a trust fund for airport construc- Mr. MILLER of California. Mr. Speaker, I am Nation, no, the history of civilization. My con- tion which is still a vital element in providing pleased to introduce today a House concur- stituents, who have been squeezed by this ad- for the ever-increasing use of air transpor- rent resolution to recognize the work of the ditional tax, know all to well what $1,100 in tation, not only in the United States but Rotarians Against Substance Abuse Founda- additional taxes has meant for them. This was throughout the world. tion, the First Presbyterian Church of Concord, the single largest contributing factor to the In order to protect the flying public, although CA, and the Alcohol and Drug Abuse Council doubling of the American tax burden from faced with strong opposition, he also estab- of Contra Costa County, CA. $2,300 in 1980 to $4,800 in 1995. According lished regulations to limit the number of flights These organizations came together in 1983 to the Census Bureau, household incomes per hour into five of the Nation's air traffic to promote the idea of engaging teenagers in were actually lower in 1994 than they were hubs. JFKennedy, Washington National, positive activities and having fun without using when Bill Clinton took office in 1992 and there LaGuardia, O'Hare, and Chicago Midway. Al- alcohol and drugs. Through programs such as is no evidence to suggest that they have risen though designed as a temporary fix, the re- Friday Night Live, Club Live, and Rotary Life since then because economic growth has strictions still remain in place today. Growth Club #1, teenagers participate in on-campus been so slow. continues to outpace capacity. peer counseling, community services, Kidfest, That is why I am proud to come to the well Another issue with heavy international con- and other fun and worthwhile activities. Today, today as a cosponsor of this historic legislation notations was the increase in aircraft with the success of these programs, this idea to bring some accountability to the Halls of E544 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 16, 1996 Congress. The American people support mak- TWIN CITIES COMMUNITY HONORS [From the St. Paul Pioneer Press, Apr. 9, ing it more difficult for Congress to raise taxes. INFLUENTIAL RESIDENT 1996] They ought to * * * Currently, one third of all PASTOR HONORED FOR COMMUNITY MINISTRY Americans live in a State with a tax limitation HON. BRUCE F. VENTO (By Pat Burson) in the Constitution. These citizens know first The Rev. James W. Battle Sr. has preached OF MINNESOTA hand what a tax limitation amendment can do. peace to gang members, repentance to sin- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ners and colorblind community service to In States with a tax limitation taxes grow at Tuesday, April 16, 1996 the clergy. a slower rate. This slower rate means that citi- Battle, known as much for his social activ- zens in those States have a fighting chance to Mr. VENTO. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to ac- ism as his pastorship of Mount Olivet Bap- get ahead and to save. Economies and em- knowledge the work of Rev. James w. Battle tist Church in St. Paul, has opened the ployment also grow at faster rates in States and to thank him for his outstanding dedica- church’s doors to the community for meet- that have tax limitations. tion to the St. Paul/Minneapolis communities ings. In 1993, he helped organize a summit in Minnesota. meeting of gang leaders from around the na- Mr. Speaker, every year tax freedom day tion to sit down and talk. He helped start an gets later and later. Currently, Americans need Reverend Battle is the pastor of the Mount organization to unite local congregations to to work until May to pay off their yearly tax Olivet Baptist Church in St. Paul. His activities work collectively to solve problems in their burden. Today, we have an opportunity to end in the community, however, go far beyond his communities. this insanity. I urge my colleagues to bring ac- duties as pastor. Recently, the Luther Semi- Luther Seminary will award Battle, pastor nary recognized him for some of those activi- of Mount Olivet, its annual Race, Church and countability to Congress and freedom to the Change Award today. American taxpayer by passing this important ties by giving him the Seminary's Race, Church and Change Award. This award was In giving him the award, Luther Seminary tax limitation amendment to the Constitution. honors one of its own: Battle received a mas- given to Reverend Battle to honor him for his ter’s of divinity degree from the school in f outstanding and tireless efforts to improve 1977. ‘‘It really surprised me,’’ Battle said. cross-cultural relations within the community. ‘‘It let’s me know you can make a difference PROVIDING FOR CONSIDERATION Along with organizations such as the Urban in this world.’’ OF HOUSE JOINT RESOLUTION League, Chamber of Commerce, Council on According to Rod Maeker, Luther Seminary’s director of cross cultural-edu- 159, CONSTITUTIONAL AMEND- Black Minnesotans, Rainbow Coalition and others, Reverend Battle has taken the lead in cation, the award is given to unsung heroes MENT RELATING TO TAXES for faithfulness to a ministry of reconcili- the efforts to address many of our commu- ation. nity's most daunting problems. He helped or- ‘‘The seminary views the Rev. Battle’s ex- SPEECH OF ganize a meeting of gang leaders from cities emplary ministry as a wonderful role model across the Nation, brought together to talk for seminary students, parish pastors and HON. THOMAS W. EWING about problems associated with gang activity community leaders who are committed to serving their community,’’ Maeker said. OF ILLINOIS and how they could help forge peace between gangs in their communities. On the local level, ‘‘He’s a classic.’’ IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES he has helped unite several Twin Cities con- Battle has also worked to improve commu- nication and relations between residents, Monday, April 15, 1996 gregations, forming the St. Paul Ecumenical merchants and organizations in the Alliance of Churches. This amazingly effective Frogtown neighborhood. And he is co-found- Mr. EWING. Mr. Speaker, taxes in America alliance is helping these 16 congregations co- er and co-chairman of the St. Paul Ecumeni- are too high on working men and women and ordinate their efforts to address community cal Alliance of Congregations, an inter- their families. Today the average American problems. denominational, multiracial, grass-roots or- family pays 38 percent of their income in taxes During the years he spent giving his time ganization started in 1990 that brings to- to local, State, and the Federal Government. and efforts to our community, Reverend Battle gether about 16 local congregations to ad- dress housing, education, crime and employ- That means a family with an income of has participated in many efforts to improve the ment issues within neighborhoods. $25,000 a year only takes home $15,500 to lives of our most precious and vulnerable citi- Local ministers applaud Battle’s insistence spend on their families. zens, our children. They are the future of the that churches get more involved in improv- These high taxes not only take money away Twin Cities, and the nation. By opening doors ing social, economic and living conditions from families, they also hurt our Nation's econ- of opportunity for young Minnesotans in the within the communities they serve. Twin Cities, Reverend Battle has helped en- ‘‘He’s been consistent in saying that omy and slow its growth which means fewer churches need to be more responsive to those jobs for Americans. The Joint Economic Com- sure a strong future for our community. The mentoring and guidance he has provided to so who have been left out—the underserved— mittee released a study that shows of the whatever race,’’ said the Rev. James States that have raised income taxes these many youth will not only increase those chil- Erlandson, pastor of Lutheran Church of the States lost nearly 200,000 jobs and unemploy- dren's chances to achieve success, it will also Redeemer who also is involved with the St. ment rose by 2.3 percent. Conversely, in ensure that the next generation of Twin Cities Paul Ecumenical Alliance of Congregations. States that cut income taxes nearly one million adults feels the same commitment to their ‘‘Primarily, churches serve the middle community and respect for their neighbors that class,’’ Erlandson said, ‘‘If we’re going to be new jobs were created and unemployment consistent with Jesus’ message and the rose by only .3 percent. Reverend Battle holds in such high regard. These lessons are some of the most valuable prophets’ message, we need to serve the poor Over the past 30 years there have been 16 ones a child will learn in his or her lifetime, and those who have been left out of the eco- nomic process, so we can be a voice for those major votes to increase Federal taxes on and Reverend Battle has served as an excep- Americans. Had a super-majority requirement folks. He’s been reminding us of that.’’ tional teacher of these lessons. Battle also is known as an advocate for been in place only 8 would have become law. There is still much work left to be done to families, children and education. He recently In the 1980's alone, had the tax limitation address and fill the needs of some Twin Cities was involved with the Twin Cities African amendment been in place taxpayers would residents. However, Reverend Battle's efforts American Parent Involvement Committee, a have saved $666 billion. The past 30 years serve as a strong foundation as he and the local group that organized the African Amer- shows that the Federal Government can not rest of our community continue this struggle. I ican Parent Involvement Day on Feb. 12. The control its addiction to taxation. effort was part of a national push to encour- join the entire Twin Cities community in thank- age more black parents to take an active The 104th Congress is conscious of the ing him for his hard work on behalf of the role in their children’s education. high tax burden on Americans, just as past community and its residents, and I look to Phillip Penn, human resources director for Congresses have not been afraid to raise walk through Samaria and face the problems the St. Paul Public Schools, said Battle was taxes. I therefore support this constitutional and meet the challenges of the community an enthusiastic member of that organizing amendment because raising taxes is too with a strong leader, Rev. James W. Battle. committee, attending all the meetings, and harmful to our economy, employment, and Mr. Speaker, I would like to enter the follow- even opening his church for gatherings some Saturday mornings. Battle also was key in takes money away from American families. ing article into the RECORD. It was printed in alerting other ministers about the project This amendment should be considered as a the St. Paul Pioneer Press on April 9, 1996. and urging them to spread the word to mem- comparison to the balanced budget amend- It is a wonderful summary of the good work bers of their congregations, Penn said. ment and both amendments should be sent to Reverend Battle has accomplished in the Twin ‘‘He was just extremely supportive in every the States for ratification. Cities. way.’’ April 16, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E545 THE PASSING OF RABBI ARTHUR vision for this NationÐ``a vision of brother- apprehend the suspects in his assault and J. LELYVELD hood, justice and peace.'' would continue to harass civil rights work- On April 17, 1996, services for Rabbi ers. Lelyveld will be held at Fairmount Temple in He issued a statement to his supporters in HON. LOUIS STOKES Mississippi. ‘‘There is only one way to stay OF OHIO Beachwood, OH. It is my hope that his loving here and not be corrupted, only one way to IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES and devoted wife, Teela; his children, Robin, stay and be faithful to Israel’s convenants: Joseph, David, and Michael; and other mem- Tuesday, April 16, 1996 That is to stay and stand up for decency and bers of the family, will take comfort in knowing freedom, with all the risks involved. If you Mr. STOKES. Mr. Speaker, I am saddened that others share their sorrow. Rabbi Lelyveld cannot do that—and it is understandable if to announce the passing of Rabbi Arthur J. will be remembered for his service to human- you can’t—then for the sake of your souls, Lelyveld on April 15, 1996. Rabbi Lelyveld ity. In tribute to Rabbi Lelyveld, let us work to- leave Mississippi.’’ held the post of Senior Rabbi Emeritus of gether with renewed vigor to make his vision A month later, the men who beat Lelyveld Anshe Chesed congregation (Fairmount Tem- for our society a reality. received suspended sentences ‘‘on condition of good behavior’’ and were fined $500 each. ple), having served as Senior Rabbi for 28 I want to share with my colleagues an arti- Although he was an anti-Zionist early in years. With his passing, we mourn the loss of cle regarding Rabbi Lelyveld which appeared his rabbinical career, Lelyveld later said a close friend and a nationally recognized civil in the Plain Dealer newspaper. that he had ‘‘become convinced of the right- rights and religious leader. I rise to share with RABBI ARTHUR J. LELYVELD, CIVIL RIGHTS eousness of the cause.’’ my colleagues some important information re- FIGURE, DIES AT 83 He worked for the establishment of Israel garding Rabbi Lelyveld and his contributions (By Zina Vishnevsky) as a Jewish state when many American Re- to the Nation. CLEVELAND—Rabbi Arthur J. Lelyveld, na- form Jews were not always strongly inclined Throughout his life, Rabbi Lelyveld was a tionally known as a fighter for civil rights to support Zionism or a modern state of Is- strong and effective leader in the Jewish com- and the state of Israel, died yesterday of rael. He met with President Harry S. Tru- man at the White House in 1946 to encourage munity. He was the founder and first president complications from a brain tumor at Montefiore Home in Beachwood. He was 83. U.S. support for a Jewish state, at a time of the Jewish Peace Fellowship. In addition, the Cleveland resident was the spiritual when the State Department seemed hostile Rabbi Lelyveld was the past national president leader of Fairmount Temple in Beachwood, to the idea. of the American Jewish Congress and the one of the country’s three largest Reform In 1970, during the election to his third American Jewish League for Israel. He served congregations. term as national president of the American as national director of the B'nai B'rith Hillel He gained notoriety for his involvement in Jewish Congress, he spoke out against an at- Foundations, and executive vice chairman of the formation of Israel, the civil rights tack by Jewish extremists on Arab dip- the American-Israel Cultural Foundation. movement and in the struggle against apart- lomats in New York in retaliation for a During his lifetime, Rabbi Arthur Lelyveld heid in South Africa. school bus attack in Israel. He was rabbi of Fairmount Temple from ‘‘We cannot allow the horrifying acts of was equally committed to the struggle for civil 1958 until retiring in 1986. After becoming Middle East terrorists to push us into com- rights and social justice. At the height of the senior rabbi emeritus at Fairmount, he mitting or condoning irrational attempts to civil rights movement, Rabbi Lelyveld traveled served as a lecturer in Jewish thought at take violent reprisals against Arab rep- with other clergy to Mississippi where they John Carroll University, a Jesuit institu- resentatives in our country,’’ he said. served as counselors to the Commission on tion. Born in Manhattan, Lelyveld attended pub- Race and Religion. Although he was severely Rabbi David J. Gelfand, now the leader at lic schools in New York City and graduated beaten, Rabbi Lelyveld was unwavering in his Fairmount Temple, said Lelyveld used strict from George Washington High School in Judaic teachings to bring his civil rights belief that the battle for equality could be won. Manhattan when he was 15 years old. message to synagogues. He attended Columbia College and was the He was a man of courage who shared a close ‘‘He spoke fearlessly as one of the great ad- first Jewish editor-in-chief of its newspaper, friendship with Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., and vocates of civil rights by making the mes- the Columbia Daily Spectator. He was the others involved in the struggle. sage of the prophets come alive through his student leader of the Glee Club, led a band The Greater Cleveland community also ben- words and deeds,’’ he said. ‘‘He emphasized called the Columbia Ramblers and partici- efited immensely as a result of Rabbi from our own Jewish particularity the eter- pated in soccer and wrestling. He graduated Lelyveld's strong dedication. He was a gifted nal importance of universality, the notion Phi Beta Kappa in 1933. that all human beings are interrelated. He earned his master’s degree in Jewish orator and a well-known author who was able ‘‘He was fond of saying we were all made in to draw upon his life experiences as a lesson theology and was ordained a rabbi at Hebrew the image of God.’’ Union College in Cincinnati. He then taught for others. Rabbi Lelyveld served as the Ber- Lelyveld served on the board of the Cleve- on a fellowship from Hebrew Union College land chapter of the NAACP in the 1960s and nard Rich Hollander lecturer in Jewish thought for two years while his rabbinae was at Con- played a major role in the civil rights at John Carroll University, and senior teaching gregation B’nai Israel in Hamilton, Ohio. progress of Cleveland. fellow at the Cleveland College of Jewish He became a founder and first president of Studies. He also served as adjunct professor ‘‘He was the conscience of the community on many critical issues,’’ said Carole Hoover, the Jewish Peace Fellowship, where he of religion at Case Western Reserve Univer- president of the Greater Cleveland Growth worked from 1941 until 1944. sity. Association. ‘‘His strength was in his ability Lelyveld served as executive director of The passing of Rabbi Arthur J. Lelyveld to pull us all together.’’ the Zionist Organization of America’s Com- brings to a close a life of service which tran- He was one of the nation’s first rabbis to mittee on Unity for Palestine from 1946 to scended religious and racial boundaries. He join the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.’s 1948. He was national director of the B’nai campaign for civil rights. He participated in B’rith Hillel Foundation from 1947 to 1956. was a brilliant man who devoted his enormous From 1956 until he came to Cleveland in 1958, intellect and energies to addressing and work- key marches, including Selma to Mongomery, Ala., and provided financial he was executive vice president of the Amer- ing to solve the inequities and ills in our soci- support to the Southern Christian Leader- ican-Israel Cultural Foundation. ety. He fiercely fought discrimination and rac- ship Conference. He served as national president of the ism wherever he encountered it. I came to In 1964, as part of the Cleveland clergy American Jewish Congress for three consecu- know Rabbi Lelyveld through our serving on team, Lelyveld served as a counselor for the tive terms from 1966 until 1972 and had the board of directors together in the Cleve- Council of Federated Organizations under served at various times as president of the land Chapter, NAACP, and his involvement in the National Council of Churches Commis- Synagogue Council of America and the Central Conference of American Rabbis, an the Civil Rights Movement in Cleveland. He sion on Race and Religion. He was beaten with tire irons by seg- association of Reform rabbis in the United was a man of peace but a warrior for righting regationists while helping to register black States and Canada. the wrongs in our society. voters in Hattiesburg, Miss. Lelyveld and his wife, Teela, made 28 visits In later years, one of my fondest memories ‘‘He was a giant—both as a rabbi and as a to Israel. was that I had the honor of presenting Rabbi civil rights leader. He used his brilliant and As president of the Synagogue Council of Lelyveld when he served as guest chaplain for keen mind to make people think deeper America, Lelyveld served as a representative the House of Representatives. In his opening about social issues,’’ said Rep. Louis Stokes, to the Vatican to improve Catholic-Jewish prayer delivered in this Chamber in 1993, a Cleveland Democrat, who served on the relations. Lelyveld taught two religion courses at Rabbi Lelyveld challenged us to conquer the NAACP board with Lelyveld in the 1960s. Stokes; his brother, former Mayor Carl B. John Carroll University through the Jewish problems facing our Nation, such as home- Stokes; and Lelyveld became lifelong Chautauqua Society as the Bernard Rich lessness, hunger, and crime. He challenged friends. Hollander lecturer, beginning in 1980. In 1989, us to set the standard for other nations to fol- After the beating in Hattiesburg, Lelyveld he filled the Walter and Mary Tuohy Chair of low. In his prayer, Rabbi Lelyveld shared his said that he worried that police would not Interreligious Studies at John Carroll. E546 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 16, 1996 In 1985, he spent a five-month sabbatical in attend the American University here in Wash- Our focus must simply change. We as South Africa as the guest of the United Pro- ington, DC, and pursue a career in inter- Americans must go forth into our own na- gressive Jewish Congregation of Johannes- national service. He also enjoys music and tion and wage war on poverty. Not only with burg. monetary support but also with real commu- His son, Joseph S., was a long-time New plays the guitar and trombone. nity involvement: building houses for the York Times correspondent who covered In the eloquent script Jonathan wrote for poor, working in soup kitchens, teaching South Africa during the 1960s and again in this contest, appropriately titled ``Answering evening classes at homeless shelters. We as the 1980s and is now executive editor of the America's Call,'' he sends a message all of us Americans must fight for those kids who for Times. Lelyveld had once considered a career here in Congress need to hear: We must work whatever reason, be it lack of parental su- in journalism himself when he was in col- together as a community to overcome the pervision, poor public school systems or lege. problems of homelessness, poverty, and illit- overall living environment cannot meet the In the late 1980s, after he retired from an eracy. He urges us all to become involved and basic reading and writing standards to be active role at Fairmount Temple, Lelyveld employed. These are the battles which face spent several months in Oxford, England, as volunteer our time and talents to help those our nation today. a scholar-in-residence at Oxford University. less fortunate than ourselves. When Thomas Jefferson remarked in an ad- He returned again over the years and was in- In an effort to ensure his message is read dress to congress that, ‘‘Free men without vited back last summer. across the country and to honor Jonathan's Education are not free for long,’’ he spoke He was also an author, One of his books, accomplishment, Mr. Speaker I ask that his the truth. The lack of education and the pov- ‘‘The Steadfast Stream: An Introduction to script be included in today's RECORD. Thank erty and degradation that it breeds must be Jewish Social Values,’’ was published in Sep- you. met head-on and destroyed. I envision an tember. America full of volunteers, a virtual nation ANSWERING AMERICA’S CALL As past president of the Central Conference of volunteers, an army of civilians fighting a of American Rabbis, he wrote a book re- (By Jonathan Bayat) battle which we as a country have lost in the sponding to contemporary radical theology ‘‘Now we must all hang together, or most past, an army which would put an end to suf- entitled ‘‘Atheism is Dead,’’ First published assuredly we shall all hang separately.’’ fering for thousands of men, women and chil- in 1968 by World Publishing Co., it was re- When Benjamin Franklin spoke those words dren, and truly make this country the rich- issued in paperback in 1970 and again in pa- to a small group of farmers, smiths, and arti- est, strongest, and proudest the world has perback in 1985. sans assembled some 219 years ago in Phila- ever seen. He was mentioned or written about in at delphia, they were as true then as they are It is time for us, the citizens of the United least four books in 1993, including ‘‘A History today. He told that group of men that if they States, to stand up, and through unity and of Jews in America,’’ by Howard Schar, and were going to do what they had set out to do, cooperation fight and win the battle against ‘‘Truman,’’ a biography by David to tell the King of England that they had had poverty. In the immortal words of Benjamin McCullough. enough of his tyranny, then they must all Franklin, ‘‘United we stand, divided we fall.’’ In 1988, while on leave from John Carroll, stick together. Through thick and thin, f Lelyveld served as a chaplain and lecturer on through good times and bad times, they had a 100-day Grand Circle Pacific Cruise aboard to work together or they would all be killed. THOMAS R. BROME ENDOWMENT the Royal Viking Sea. Their ideals, philosophies and culture would FUND He was awarded the 1992 Martin Luther all be lost. Their unity made it capable for King Jr. Award for Social Justice by the Af- this great nation to rise from the loosely as- HON. MARGE ROUKEMA sociated and disorganized thirteen colonies rican American Archives Auxiliary of the OF NEW JERSEY Western Reserve Historical Society. which preceded her. Lelyveld served as senior rabbi at Temple The ability for Americans to come to- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Emanu El in Honolulu, Hawaii, from Sep- gether regardless of race, color, or creed and Tuesday, April 16, 1996 tember 1994 until June. work in unity for the most basic of American Mrs. ROUKEMA. Mr. Speaker, I rise to con- He was a member of the Advisory Board of ideals has always made this nation great. the Pastoral Psychology Institute of Case From the thousands of Union troops who gratulate Thomas R. Brome on the formation Western Reserve University’s College of fought to preserve the nation during the of the Thomas R. Brome Endowment Fund by Medicine. Civil War to the thousands of men who left his friends and colleagues at the Ridgewood, Survivors include his wife of 31 years, their homes in 1942 to fight for a land and a NJ, Public Education Foundation. The fund, Teela, and daughter, Robin of Bethesda, Md. people most of them had never even seen, all with an initial endowment of $25,000, is being He is also survived by three sons from his of them rose to the occasion and to the call formed to honor Tom for his many contribu- first marriage to Toby Bookholtz: Joseph S. from their homeland, America. But the call tions to the community. The fund will be used and David S., both of New York, and Michael extended beyond military service it went out exclusively to support programs in education S. of Arlington, Mass.; and five grand- to every man and every woman regardless of in Tom's name. children. age. Services will be at 3 p.m. tomorrow at When our American troops landed at Nor- Tom's contributions have been enormous. Fairmount Temple, 23737 Fairmount Blvd., mandy they did not land alone, but rather He is a gentleman, scholar, corporate giant, Beachwood. Arrangements are by Berkowitz- were backed by the support of millions of community leader, philanthropist and an ex- Kumin-Bookatz Memorial Chapel in Cleve- Americans. Millions of Americans who did traordinary friend. Even beyond his myriad ac- land Heights. everything from designing the landing craft complishments, his exemplary character es- Contributions may be sent to the Arthur J. which our troops used in their amphibious tablishes him as a role model for future lead- Lelyveld Memorial Foundation, c/o Fair- assault, to the fastening of bolts on the ers in America. He has three passions: his mount Temple, 23737 Fairmount Blvd., armor plating of tanks which our soldiers familyÐwife Mimi and their three children, Beachwood 44122; or to the Religion Depart- used to break the back of the Nazi war ma- Clint, Bethan, and Heather; his love of the law, ment of John Carroll University, 20700 N. chine. When Alan Sheppard became the first Park Blvd., University Heights 44118; or to American to enter space he did not accom- and his commitment to volunteerism. the Montefiore Nursing Home Hospice, David plish this task alone but rather he rode on a In both the public and private sector, Tom Myers Pkwy., Beachwood 44122. rocket that countless Americans played a embodies the highest ethical and moral stand- f role in developing. Every person had a func- ards, affirms the dignity of every individual and tion and it was the compilation of these ca- creates compromise and consensus in envi- STUDENT WINS FIRST PLACE IN pacities that made this monumental feat ronments often rife with discord. As a concilia- VFW SCHOLARSHIP CONTEST possible. tor, Tom is the embodiment of ``win-win'' nego- But what now is America’s call? Is it to tiations. His intellect allows him to do that, but again go overseas to defend freedom world- HON. FRANK MASCARA wide or has the call, now, in recent years, it is his personal warmth, genuine willingness OF PENNSYLVANIA sounded closer to home? Has the proverbial to listen and his ability to find a resolution IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES battle for the ‘‘American Way’’ moved from greater than the sum of the parts that really foreign shores to our own sacred soil? speak to his special abilities. Tuesday, April 16, 1996 The battle being fought now is on the Tom has led a life filled with distinctions. Mr. MASCARA. Mr. Speaker, I am pleased streets of inner-city America and in the The 1960 graduate of Ridgewood High School to report to my colleagues that Jonathan classrooms of every public school rather graduated magna cum laude from Harvard Bayat, a senior from Upper St. Clair High than at the 38th parallel or the DMZ. The University in 1964. At New York University battle is now fought with books, knowledge, School in my district, has won first place in clothing, and shelter. America now faces the Law School, he was a Root-Tilden Scholar. this year's Pennsylvania VFW Voice of De- enemies of homelessness, poverty, and illit- After graduation, he clerked for Warren Burger mocracy broadcast script writing contest. eracy. But these enemies are neither too at the U.S. Court of Appeals in Washington An outstanding student who has earned great nor too powerful for the transcendent before the jurist was elevated to the U.S. Su- three letters in swimming, Jonathan plans to American war machine. preme Court. Tom joined the firm of Cravath, April 16, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E547 Swaine & Moore in 1968, was elected partner America's call and undertake individual acts to thing. No, You or I alone can’t change a in 1975 and is presently head of the Corporate improve the world around us. I would like to whole country, but when people in our com- Law Department. share Michael's speech with you. munity see what we are doing, it will inspire them to do the same, and will create a chain Despite a challenging career and a rigorous ANSWERING AMERICA’S CALL from one community to the next until all of workload, Tom has always managed to find (By Michael Kenny) America is answering the call. And then, time to give service to the community of Around the first of December 1995, due to who knows, maybe this country, like its na- Ridgewood and other causes. the efforts of people in Helena, Montana tional symbol, the Bald Eagle, will no longer Tom is in his third year as president of the banding together to protect and care for cer- be endangered. Ridgewood Public Education Foundation, with tain ailing and threatened birds, the Amer- f the mission of broadening our children's edu- ican Bald Eagle was taken off the endan- gered species list. cation experience and helping our school sys- TRIBUTE TO GIRL SCOUT GOLD Murder, poverty, homelessness, hunger, AWARD RECIPIENT tem deliver a world-class competitive edu- discrimination * * * when we watch the cation. He has helped establish a successful evening news, or read the paper, we seldom partnership with the Paterson Education Foun- see good news like the story about the Bald HON. DAVID R. OBEY dation and a number of districts have looked Eagle. We are often disgusted and shocked at OF WISCONSIN to Ridgewood as a prototype. what transpires in the world around us. Many are pointing out our problems without IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES In November 1994, Tom became president offering any solutions. They see America’s Tuesday, April 16, 1996 of the New York Legal Aid Society Board of flaws and say we are a society destined to Directors, an agency with which he has served failure. America is endangered, but her crit- Mr. OBEY. Mr. Speaker, today, I would like since law school. As president, Tom had the ics are not listening. They do not hear the to salute an outstanding young woman, Laura task of negotiating contracts and restructuring soft voice of America as she whispers. Amer- Hahn, who has been honored with the Girl Legal Aid's staff following an attorneys' strike ica is calling out to us. She asks for our love Scouts of the U.S.A. Gold Award by the Indian and New York City's termination of Legal Aid and respect for her and for her precious Waters Girl Scout Council in Eau Claire, WI. contracts. needy citizens. She is the voice of the twenty She is being honored for earning the high- He is also co-chair of Weinfeld Associates, million children living in poverty and the 12 est achievement award in Girl Scouting. The million children hoping for a hot meal so Girl Scout Gold Award symbolizes outstanding a fund-raising arm of NYU Law School, a they won’t go to bed hun- former president and trustee of the Ridgewood gry * * * again * * * ‘‘help us,’’ America calls, accomplishments in the areas of leadership, Board of Education, and a former vestryman ‘‘help them’’, ‘‘help each other.’’ community service, career planning and per- and warden at St. Elizabeth's Church in Let’s not waste time criticizing, let’s an- sonal development. Ridgewood. swer. Let’s work together and repair what is Girl Scouts of the U.S.A., an organization Tom and I go way backÐback further than wrong with this country. She asks us to serving over 2.6 million girls, has awarded either of us would care to admit. He was my come together, to stand united in our com- more than 20,000 Girl Scout Gold Awards to munities and help those who need food, Senior Girl Scouts since the inception of the student at George Washington Junior High clothing and shelter. As a letter to the editor School in Ridgewood. From those days a long in my local newspaper recently put it, ‘‘The program in 1980. To receive the award, a Girl time ago, I could see Tom was destined for truth is that no sense of community can sur- Scout must fulfill five requirements: earn four great things. He was sharp, disciplined, han- vive unless we the people demand political interest project patches, earn the Career Ex- dled himself very well, displayed great char- respect and economic support for the values ploration pin, earn the Senior Girl Scout Lead- acter and his classmates turned to him for an- of human dignity.’’ A while back, I was like ership Award project, earn the Senior Girl swers. In short, he was a leader among lead- the many who just complained and put Scout Challenge, and design and implement a ers even then. America down. I was angry at the world Girl Scout Gold Award project. A plan for ful- around me for all of its problems because I filling the requirements of the award is created It is Tom's propensity for hard work, his fac- felt helpless to make right what was wrong. ile mind and his wonderful ability to deal with I am only one person, I thought, what can I by the Senior Girl Scout and is carried out people that have allowed him to balance a do? Recently, desiring to at least do some- through close cooperation between the girl truly Herculean schedule. Everything he does, thing. I went down to a local soup kitchen to and an adult Girl Scout volunteer. he does with full effort and with grace and offer some help. I noticed there a young girl For the Girl Scout Gold Award project, sensitivity. Perhaps it is the dignity with which in what appeared to have once been a pink Laura developed a plan to prepare and distrib- Tom treats every individual that truly inspires dress, but was now only soiled rags. She was ute holiday meals to people who could not people to do their best. Ridgewood is truly cold and clutched tightly an old doll with leave their homes. Laura worked to secure the the stuffing coming out and she was des- funding for the meals and organized volun- blessed to have Tom as a resident and I am perately trying to keep warm. My heart sank truly blessed to be able to call him my friend. as she timidly approached the counter. I teers to help prepare and deliver the meals. f wanted so much to help her. As I handed her Through her project, Laura was able to bring a cup of chicken soup and saw the smile together different groups to address the needs CONGRATULATING MICHAEL cross that dirt-stained little face as she took of individuals in her community. KENNY, FLORIDA VOICE OF DE- her first sip, I knew I had begun to answer The earning of the Girl Scout Gold Award is MOCRACY WINNER her call. She received the nourishment she a major accomplishment for Laura Hahn and needed to get through the day. We helped I believe she should receive the public rec- make her life, and others, a little easier, at ognition due her for this significant service to HON. MICHAEL BILIRAKIS least for the moment. I realized then that I OF FLORIDA could make a difference. Finally, I was be- her community and her country. IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ginning to hear and answer the call of Amer- f Tuesday, April 16, 1996 ica. Our country also calls out for us to be TRIBUTE TO NORA W. BRANDT: Mr. BILIRAKIS. Mr. Speaker, each year the proud. We live in a nation where men and SPEAKING OUT FOR PEACE Veterans of Foreign Wars and its ladies auxil- women have traditionally joined in a fight iary conduct the Voice of Democracy Broad- for freedom. So many lives were lost to gain HON. CARRIE P. MEEK what this country stands for; justice, liberty cast Scriptwriting Contest. This year, more OF FLORIDA than 116,000 secondary school students par- and community. When you hear the national anthem at a ball game, rise *** rise as Amer- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES ticipated in the contest, competing for the 54 ica calls you to your feet, and when you Tuesday, April 16, 1996 national scholarships totaling more than place your right hand over your heart, be $118,000. The contest theme for this year was proud of your country. When we answer Mrs. MEEK of Florida. Mr. Speaker, I rise ``Answering America's Call.'' America’s call, we will have come together today to recognize the accomplishments of I am proud to announce that one of my con- as a community; white, black, native Amer- Nora W. Brandt, the principal of W.J. Bryan stituents, Michael Kenny, won first place in the ica, Asian, Hispanic and have erased preju- Elementary School in north Miami. Mrs. Brandt state and a $1,000 scholarship in the Voice of dice and racism. We will have helped our fel- will be honored here in Washington tonight at Democracy Contest. Michael is a senior at low human beings and hopefully, defeated a ceremony recognizing her efforts to teach hate and violence. And America will finally Tarpon Springs High School and hopes to pur- hear the praise she so desperately deserves. young people peaceful means of resolving sue a career in theater. So let’s listen to our country because all conflict. In his speech, Michael reminds us all of our criticism is drowning out her voice. But Too often in our society, conflicts are re- what can be accomplished when we answer she still calls for us to go out and do some- solved through violent rather than through E548 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 16, 1996 peaceful means. Mrs. Brandt's efforts to teach we hear about how our education system is RECOGNITION OF CIVIC a new generation about ways to settle dis- letting down our students and how overall ACHIEVEMENTS OF ERVIN HIGGS agreements without fighting are very much standards have decreased. Thankfully, Gene needed today. R. Alexander has made sure this is not the HON. PETER DEUTSCH To advance the cause of peace, Mrs. case in Benton and the surrounding area. I OF FLORIDA Brandt, in 1992 initiated a schoolwide peace would again like to thank Mr. A for his tireless IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES campaign at W.J. Bryan Elementary. In subse- efforts on behalf of the children of the 19th quent years the school sponsored the Annual Tuesday, April 16, 1996 District. It is an honor to represent him in the W.J. Bryan Peace Summit which has become Mr. DEUTSCH. Mr. Speaker, for the past 60 U.S. Congress. a model for other area schools. Earlier this years in Monroe County, one man has been at year, more than 2,000 students and parents f the forefront of fighting for the needs of the participated in a multicultural peace march or- Florida Keys. Ervin Higgs has taken a leading ganized by Mrs. Brandt and the students of TRIBUTE TO LEO NELSON role in finding solutions to our communities' W.J. Bryan. problems. In recognition of all of his civic Mrs. Brandt has also coordinated the achievements, I would like to take this time to schoolwide training of all teachers in ``Creative HON. J. DENNIS HASTERT outline all that he has done for south Florida. Conflict Solving for Kids'' and established a The Ervin Higgs story began on April 30, Peer Mediation Program. OF ILLINOIS 1936 in Key West, Florida. On that day, Ervin In 1994 Mrs. Brandt was recognized as IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Higgs was born into a family of ``conchs'' who Peace Administrator of the Year by the Peace trace their heritage to Spanish Wells in the Education Foundation. Under her leadership, Tuesday, April 16, 1996 Bahamas. W.J. Bryan was named the 1995 Exemplary In an attempt to contribute his energy to the Peace School by Dade County Public Schools Mr. HASTERT. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to community, Ervin sought out public service as Multicultural Task Force. honor an outstanding civic leader of Illinois' a profession. He was first appointed by Gov- Mr. Speaker, I join with all of our community 14th Congressional District, Leo Nelson, on ernor Askew in 1976 as the tax assessor for in honoring Nora W. Brandt, educator and his forthcoming receipt of the Elgin Cosmopoli- Monroe County, FL and has served in that po- peacemaker. tan Club's Annual Distinguished Service sition ever since. f Award. When the local government was mandated to adopt a comprehensive plan in compliance DEDICATION OF THE GENE R. AL- Leo Nelson has served the community of with certain state mandates, Ervin was acutely EXANDER LEARNING RESOURCE Elgin with great distinction over the years, CENTER aware of the higher taxes paid under the serving as a member of city government for school funding formula. Even at the early over a decade and participating in a number stages, he foresaw that the funding formula HON. GLENN POSHARD of community activities. The list of accomplish- could, and probably in the near future, reach OF ILLINOIS ments during his long career are many, and a point where local taxpayers would be re- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES there are several States across this Nation quired to pay more into the state school fund Tuesday, April 16, 1996 that are better for his service there. Born and than would be allowed to be expended by the Mr. POSHARD. Mr. Speaker, I rise today to raised in Chicago, Illinois, he graduated from local school board. In order to ensure that all honor Mr. Gene R. Alexander of Benton, IL. the University of Illinois with a Bachelor's de- properties were properly reflected on the tax For over 30 years he was a devoted teacher gree in political science in 1957. He then roll when the country adopted the initial com- and principal, and on April 25 he will be hon- served his country for several years in the prehensive plan, he realized that the mapping ored for his service when the library at Benton U.S. Army, retiring and returning to college at of the environmental features of properties was inadequate. He hired his own consultant Elementary School is renamed the ``Gene R. Boston University where he received his Mas- and eventually produced maps that were Alexander Learning Resource Center.'' I would ter's degree in 1964. He began his profes- like to thank ``Mr. A,'' he is fondly referred to, adopted by the county. sional career as administrative assistant to the Through the years Ervin has been in office, for his relentless promotion of education and city manager of Rock Island, IL in 1964, and his efforts on behalf of the children of Franklin he has defended the equity of the tax roll and followed that position with city management even fought in the courts to ensure that every- County. positions in Wyoming, Michigan and Sidney, As an educator and administrator I under- one paid their fair share. He has cost-effec- OH before settling in Elgin, IL, in late 1972. stand the commitment and hard work it takes tively modernized the Property Appraiser's Of- to make a profound impact on the lives of your Mr. Speaker, Mr. Nelson has been a highly fice, passing cost-savings back to the tax- students. This task is even harder today, for it valued member of the Elgin community for payers. seems all school employees are asked to nearly 25 years, and his list of civic activities As he grew older, Ervin developed into one of those endangered species that is currently make a case for the benefits of education; stu- is quite lengthy. He is a former director and dents crave entertainment and engagement as being threatened in south Florida as a result current chairman of the Elgin Area Chamber of an attempt of almost every level of govern- much as they desire fundamental knowledge. of Commerce Board, the president-elect of the Mr. A. understood that if he gave enough of ment to influence and control the future of the United Way of Elgin Board, member of the Florida Keys. As a ``conch'', he has always himself to the children, they would respond. Elgin Community College Foundation Board Even in retirement, he still can be found read- been acutely aware of the need to preserve and current chairman of the Robotics and ing to students, cleaning and painting area the existing natural beauty of the Florida Keys schools, spreading the word to say no to High Technology Academy of School District while at the same time attempting to keep the drugs, even contributing his own money to U±46 in Elgin. His past activities have in- local economic base viable. For all of his purchase school resources. Mr. A has been cluded time as chairman of the Jayne Shover work, I would like to take this time to honor his the difference for many kids between enjoying Easter Seal Center, as chairman of the Great- achievements. school and appreciating the value of education er Elgin Area YMCA Corporate Board, and as f instead of just getting by. And, as so often is a member of the Neighborhood Housing Serv- the case with community leaders, Mr. A's civic ices Board, the Well Child Conference and the PERSONAL EXPLANATION participation has not been confined to his cho- Elgin affiliate of the Literacy Volunteers of sen profession. He has taught Sunday School America. HON. ILEANA ROS-LEHTINEN at the First Christian Church for 37 years and Mr. Speaker, I ask you and my colleagues OF FLORIDA been an active member and past president of IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the Benton Kiwanis. His life is a testimonial to to join me in honoring this dedicated man, for selflessness, and we the recipients of his kind- his commitment to the Elgin community and to Tuesday, April 16, 1996 ness have been truly blessed. improving this Nation. I wish him well as they Ms. ROS-LEHTINEN. Mr. Speaker, I was Mr. Speaker, all too often we fail to recog- years's recipient of the Elgin Cosmopolitan unavoidably absent for the final vote on Tues- nize the contributions that the teachers of our Club's Annual Distinguished Service Award, day, April 16. I would have voted ``yes'' on roll- children make to their lives. On this very floor, an honor that is richly deserved. call vote 120. April 16, 1996 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks E549 VETERANS AFFAIRS HOSPITAL tors, pulled into the retirement yard licans proposed altering state procurement VOLUNTEER PROGRAM Wednesday after a quarter-century of serv- code in a way Democrats felt jeopardized the ice. Intermountain Power Project, an immense Part statesman, part grump, part warm- coal-fire power plant near Delta, a boon for HON. MIKE WARD hearted grandfather, Black, 76, ended a 24- blue-collar jobs. OF KENTUCKY year Senate career when the gavel fell. As Black stalled Senate debate for an hour IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES the longest-serving senator in the chamber, and 45 minutes, enough time to allow Demo- Tuesday, April 16, 1996 he leaves an indelible mark on state govern- crat Matheson to pressure the bill’s support- ment and the politicians who stay behind. ers into backing down. Mr. WARD. Mr. Speaker, the Department of The Senate had been a dry-eyed place in Finally, they asked me to call it off,’ he Veterans Affairs [VA] Hospital Volunteer Pro- 1996. That is, until Monday, when senators said with a wry smile. gram is one of the oldest and largest nation- began speaking up at a Black farewell cere- Mr. Speaker, I add my congratulations and mony. One by one, leading Republicans and ally coordinated programs and is an outgrowth thanks to Senator Black, on behalf of the peo- of a movement that began during World War Democrats folded in tears as they bade fare- well to the retired railroad engineer-turned- ple of Utah, for his may years of service in the II. During that time, volunteers came, unsolic- senator, his firm manner and, above all, his Utah Senate. He will be missed but not forgot- ited, to VA hospitals to visit and entertain war- integrity. ten. injured patients. After the war, national organi- ‘‘When Rex tells you something, you can f zations and the VA formulated this effort by take it to the bank,’’ said Sen. John creating the VA Voluntary Service National Holmgren, R-Bear River City. ‘‘That’s just MANOJ ILLICKAL WINS FIRST Advisory Committee. the way it is.’’ PLACE IN ANNUAL ESSAY CON- This year is the 50th anniversary of VA Vol- Through six Senate terms, the Rose Park TEST untary Service. That organization has coordi- resident has served as majority whip when Democrats dominated Capitol Hill, and held nated the donation of more than 400 million the post of Senate minority leader for a dec- HON. PETER T. KING community volunteer hours at VA medical cen- ade. From key committee seats, he has influ- OF NEW YORK ters since 1945. enced nearly every major piece of legislation IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES At the VA Medical Center [VAMC] in Louis- since the late 1970s, focusing on public safe- ville, 585 volunteers worked a total of 58,225 ty, transportation, credit unions and the Tuesday, April 16, 1996 hours last year. This is equivalent to 26 full- state’s retirement system. Mr. KING. Mr. Speaker, today I would like to time employees and valued at $706,269. Senate President Lane Beattie, R-West salute a young constituent of mine, Manoj Last year, Louisville VAMC volunteers gave Bountiful, calls Black and his experience one ``Manny'' Illickal, who is working toward his $150,372 in material donations, such as per- of strongest arguments against the idea of college degree with the assistance of the term limits. ‘‘I can’t imagine a worse mis- sonal hygiene items, art supplies, books, take than limiting the expertise, knowledge Gateway Job Corps. Manny recently took first equipment, and vehicles to the medical center. and wisdom of a man like this,’’ said Beattie. place honors in the Joint Action in Community In addition, our volunteers gave $58,321 in Many find it impossible to imagine work- Service, Inc. [JACS] National Essay Contest. monetary donations last year. ing in the Utah Legislature without Black’s I offer for inclusion in the RECORD, Manny's Volunteers are vital to the delivery of health leather-tough, sometime gruff, sometime hu- award-winning essay, ``How Job Corps care to our nation's veterans. They assist at morous presence. Changed My Life.'' It's an inspiring story of the Louisville VAMC by transporting patients ‘‘He is as much of a part of my mental vis- how he learned self-discipline and the value of to different areas of the hospital, transporting ualization of what goes on in here as any- thing or anybody in the chamber,’’ said Gov. hard, honest work. After reading this essay, I records and files, visiting patients, assisting Mike Leavitt, whose father, Dixie Leavitt, am certain that you'll agree with me that with recreation programs, and helping with served alongside Black. Manny's future is limited only by how far he clerical work. But the years catch up with everyone. ‘‘It’s wants to take himself. He seems to have the The most valuable contribution given to vet- my time to go,’’ Black said. right attitude for success. eran patients by Louisville VAMC volunteers While still fit after surviving a bout with HOW JOB CORPS CHANGED MY LIFE cancer six years ago, the gray-haired senator cannot be measured in any way. It is the gift (By Manny Illickal) shows an icy bluntness and lack of self-con- of themselvesÐtheir compassion, caring, un- While my classmates were cleaning other derstanding, and dedication. Their very pres- sciousness befitting someone who has spent his golden years making state laws. parts of the workshop, I was spending my ence in the medical center contributes to put- He is renowned for reading every bill, even Friday afternoon mopping the office of my ting frightened patients at ease and creating a the most mind-dulling, and for being a stick- instructor; that is, I was supposed to be mop- comfortable environment for them. ler for correctness in procedure. ping his office. What I was actually doing I salute the Louisville VA Medical Center's He was born in Salt Lake City in 1920 and was trying to figure out how best to get out volunteers for their tireless service to our Na- named for his father, a Hercules shell-house of Building and Apartment Maintenance, out tion's veterans. foreman. Seven months after marrying Helen of Gateway Civilian Conservation Center and (most importantly) out of the U.S. Job f Shirley Frazer in May 1942, Black entered the army, eventually driving supply and Corps. I was a really smart kid when it came A TRIBUTE TO UTAH STATE prisoner trains across Europe. to quitting things, probably because I had a SENATOR WILFORD ‘‘REX’’ BLACK Upon his return, Black resumed working lot of practice. for the Denver & Rio Grande Western Rail- After the student-foreman had told me to road, reaching the ranks of union leadership mop the office I asked, ‘‘Don’t you have HON. BILL ORTON in the Brotherhood of Locomotive Firemen someone who does that type of work here?’’ OF UTAH and Enginemen and its successor, the United ‘‘Yeah, we have you.’’ I was rather discour- IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES Transportation Union, until retirement. aged, because the floor didn’t seem to be get- He has eight children, 34 grandchildren and ting any cleaner. Every few minutes, I would Tuesday, April 16, 1996 four greatgrandchildren, a clan a fellow sen- spill a few drops of dirty water onto the Mr. ORTON. Mr. Speaker, I would like to ator said ‘was practically the entire popu- floor, and I would halfheartedly move the take a moment today to honor Utah State lation of Rose Park.’ Black also is a devout mop around whenever a classmate walked by Senator Wilford ``Rex'' Black of Salt Lake City, Mormon. the window. Mopping the floor as part of my who is retiring from the Utah Senate after rep- Eddie Mayne labored in the Bingham open- jobs was beneath me. I was a really smart pit mine 25 years ago, when he and a delega- kid. resenting his west Salt Lake district for 24 tion of other workers approached Black Why should I have to do this work? I years. about running for the Senate. Black’s wife wasn’t even building anything. Enough was Senator Black has earned the high respect was decidedly cold to the idea. ‘I won’t tell enough. I was going to get my pay and get and admiration of his colleagues on both sides you her exact remarks,’ he said, ‘but it was out of this place so fast that they would have of the aisle as he has worked in the Utah Sen- a definite ‘no.’ to change their name to Getaway. I had quit ate. An article, published in the Thursday, Mayne, now head of the Utah AFL-CIO and better places than this one, and it got easier February 29, 1996, edition of the Salt Lake a senator himself, said Black has come to every time. I came to Job Corps because I Tribune written by staff writer Tony Semerad, symbolize a Democratic brand of respect and wanted to get a good job. I hadn’t come to compassion for the elderly, disabled, veter- the Job Corps work. After all, I was a really does a good job describing Senator Black. I ans, workers, and the state’s downtrodden. smart kid who had never had to work too would like to include portions of this article in On their behalf, Black has charged into hard when I was in school. today's CONGRESSIONAL RECORD: some of the major political fights of the age. Of course, I didn’t really understand why Wilford ‘‘Rex’’ Black Jr., trusty loco- The only filibuster of his career came being smart didn’t seem to help too much motive driver of Utah Democratic legisla- under the late Gov. Scott Matheson. Repub- with my grades. Back in school, I knew I was E550 CONGRESSIONAL RECORD — Extensions of Remarks April 16, 1996 smarter than most of my classmates. When- had a filthy floor again. What a waste. He my self-portrait resembled the finger-print- ever there was a good opportunity to leave didn’t need to mess up such a good job. He ing of a slow kindergarten student. After I campus, I would be one of the first guys gone could have left it looking great and I would came to Job Corps it began to bear some to enjoy the time. A lot of the other guys have learned . . . very little. There aren’t likeness to a college man with a bright fu- would waste their time reading over the that many moments in your life when you ture. I would give you more of a critique, but chapter assigned for tomorrow. Why do it feel as though everything has changed, at I need to start reading NOW to get ready for now, since I could do it tomorrow or the day least there haven’t been that many in my college. I’m thinking about taking an elec- after tomorrow? I didn’t need to waste a lot life. I had grown accustomed to starting tive in art history. I would like to learn of valuable time reading textbooks. I could some work, doing half of it, growing bored, about the work of Michelangelo, Da Vinci always catchup later. After all, I was really getting in trouble, losing my job and walk- and my personal favorite, Norman Rockwell. a smart kid. ing away from responsibility. Losing and I’m hopeful that if I work hard in school, Those guys who didn’t even know how to walking away from a job can get to be a maybe in a few years I’ll be a smart man. have a good time went off to college, and habit. This time I couldn’t even walk away there I was wasting a perfectly good Friday from the job. Gateway’s in the middle of no- f mopping my instructor’s office. Actually, where, and the Center Standards Officer what I was doing had less to do with mopping stops everyone who even tries to go AWOL. and more to do with leaning on the mop, PROF. JOHN HALL SAVES This time I was stuck in a filthy office while I contemplated the injustice of it all. SMITHSONIAN ARTIFACTS with a mop. It turns out that I was right. If That was when my instructor entered the of- you put a little muscle into it the mopping fice without knocking first and when I began goes rather nicely. After I finished, it didn’t to think that maybe I wasn’t such a smart HON. NICK SMITH look as good as it had when my instructor kid after all. OF MICHIGAN did it, but it did look better than it had be- I would describe what he said, but I doubt IN THE HOUSE OF REPRESENTATIVES that the written word would be able to ex- fore I started. press the volume properly. Also, I’m not too My instructor had said ‘‘all work is a self- Tuesday, April 16, 1996 sure how to spell all of it. Suffice it to say portrait of the person who did it.’’ Looking back over my life. I figured that it was time Mr. SMITH of Michigan. Mr. Speaker, the that he got his meaning across pretty well. I country owes a debt of gratitude to one of my figure that I might as well quit right then to stop eating crayons. I realized that there and there, just as I had at my other jobs. really isn’t any excuse for not doing my best constituents, Prof. John Hall of Albion College Why give him the satisfaction of firing me? work. Losing had become a habit with me. I in Albion, MI. His story has been told on the Before I got the chance, he grabbed the mop wanted to find out whether winning could CBS Evening News as well as on the front out of my hand and began mopping the floor, get to be a habit as well. pages of America's most prominent news- even though he was the boss. In a minute he I would like to discuss how I went on to be- papers. coming the best Building and Apartment had finished the entire office, even though it Professor Hall is an expert in, among other was at least 15 square feet. The floor looked Maintenance student that my instructor has so good that I half expected Mr. Clean to be ever had, but I would be lying. Not every- things, World War I fighter planes. He discov- there looking up at us. I’m pretty sure that thing went great the moment I realized that ered that original pieces from a French World it had something to do with his putting more I wanted to paint a pretty picture. What did War I aircraft were for sale but which he knew muscle into it than I put, especially since he change was that I didn’t quit. Many months to be the property of the Smithsonian. Inquir- told me that I had to put some muscle into later, I successfully completed the Building ies led him to the sellerÐa Smithsonian cura- it. and Apartment Maintenance program of the tor, who even offered to authenticate the Home Builders Institute. For the rest of my The floor reflected so well on him that I pieces he was selling on Smithsonian letter- was really surprised when he purposely life, I’m a completer. threw a lot of dirt on it. ‘‘Do you expect me As I was completing my trade, my boss head. to do your work for you? You came here to told me how proud he was of me. His boss Professor Hall contacted the FBI. At their re- learn something.’’ Then instead of telling me took the time during a business trip from quest, he wore a hidden microphone when that I was fired, he told me in his own inimi- Washington, D.C. to tell me how proud he discussing various aircraft parts that were table style to clean up the place NOW and was of me. Before Job Corps, I was the type available for sale with the curator. As a result, that there was no excuse for not doing my of guy a boss wouldn’t find, let alone com- the FBI was able to arrest him. Thanks to pro- best. He added that ‘‘all work is a self-por- pliment. Now they’re recommending me for a fessor Hall's detective work, the Smithsonian trait of the person who did it.’’ Then he went Job Corps college program. I’m going to to check on the rest of the students in the work hard to be a college ‘‘completer’’ too. is now undergoing an inventory to see what shop to spread more joy. I have been accepted to the university of else might have been stolen and implementing I was standing in an office that had a the State of New York. How has Job Corps a bar code system to ensure that such theft filthy floor, then had a beautiful and then changed my life? Before I came to Job Corps, becomes much less likely in the future.